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UPCOMING EVENTS
Jewel Snowflakes - Creation Station
Sat, Dec 14, All day
Gonzales
Try basic jewelry-making and create a beaded snowflake.
Jewel Snowflakes - Creation Station
Sat, Dec 14, All day
Dutchtown
Try basic jewelry-making and create a beaded snowflake.
Jewel Snowflakes - Creation Station
Sat, Dec 14, All day
Galvez
Try basic jewelry-making and create a beaded snowflake.
Jewel Snowflakes - Creation Station
Sat, Dec 14, All day
Donaldsonville
Try basic jewelry-making and create a beaded snowflake.
Growing Up Boys - A Class for Preteen Boys
Sat, Dec 14, 9:00am - 10:30am
Gonzales
Help your son understand the physical and emotional changes he will experience as he goes through puberty in this workshop by Our Lady of the Lake Ascension. Registration required.
Santa Claus is Coming to Town
Sat, Dec 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Gonzales - Activity Room,Magazine Area
Santa! We know him!
Teen Book Club
Sat, Dec 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Galvez - Meeting Room 2
Teen Book Club meets on the second Saturday of every month—registration is required.
Decorate the Kids’ Tree
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Donaldsonville
It’s the time of year when we need your help decorating our trees!
Decorate the Kids’ Tree
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Dutchtown
It’s the time of year when we need your help decorating our trees!
Decorate the Kids’ Tree
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Galvez
It’s the time of year when we need your help decorating our trees!
Decorate the Kids’ Tree
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Gonzales
It’s the time of year when we need your help decorating our trees!
LYRC
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Donaldsonville
Hey, Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help selecting the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LYRC
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Dutchtown
Hey, Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help selecting the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LYRC
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Galvez
Hey, Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help selecting the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LYRC
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Gonzales
Hey, Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help selecting the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Donaldsonville
High Schoolers! Help pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Dutchtown
High Schoolers! Help pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Galvez
High Schoolers! Help pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Gonzales
High Schoolers! Help pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
Cozy Up With A Good Book - Beanstack Reading Challenge
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Virtual
Relax and enjoy the end of the year when you Cozy Up with a Good Book!
Register
Gingerbread Men Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Donaldsonville
The Gingerbread Men are on the loose at the library! Join us for a fun Gingerbread Men Scavenger Hunt this December.
Gingerbread Men Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Dutchtown
The Gingerbread Men are on the loose at the library! Join us for a fun Gingerbread Men Scavenger Hunt this December.
Gingerbread Men Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Galvez
The Gingerbread Men are on the loose at the library! Join us for a fun Gingerbread Men Scavenger Hunt this December.
Gingerbread Men Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Study Commons
The Gingerbread Men are on the loose at the library! Join us for a fun Gingerbread Men Scavenger Hunt this December.
Gingerbread Men Scavenger Hunt
Sun, Dec 15, All day
Gonzales
The Gingerbread Men are on the loose at the library! Join us for a fun Gingerbread Men Scavenger Hunt this December.
Play Dates
Tue, Dec 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Galvez - Activity Room
A time for babies and toddlers and their caregivers to play and socialize with others.
Makerspace Training - Bambu A1 3D Printer
Tue, Dec 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Donaldsonville - 3D Printer
Kickstart your creativity in the library’s new makerspace when you learn to use all the new tools. Registration required.
Makerspace Training - Bambu A1 3D Printer
Tue, Dec 17, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Donaldsonville - 3D Printer
Kickstart your creativity in the library’s new makerspace when you learn to use all the new tools. Registration required.
Dulcimer and Drums - Lady Chops and Madam Dulcimer
Wed, Dec 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Dutchtown - Children's Area
Lady Chops (Elizabeth Vidos) and Madam Dulcimer (Amanda Roberts) are back to play joyful music of the holidays.
Creative Moments - Oyster Shell Trinket Dish
Wed, Dec 18, 10:30am - 11:30am
Study Commons
Let your creativity flow at this new monthly event, where you’ll chat, craft, and connect with other art lovers!
Play Dates
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Dutchtown - Activity Room
A time for babies and toddlers and their caregivers to play and socialize with others.
Dulcimer and Drums - Lady Chops and Madam Dulcimer
Thu, Dec 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Galvez - Meeting Room 2
Lady Chops (Elizabeth Vidos) and Madam Dulcimer (Amanda Roberts) are back to play joyful music of the holidays.
Candy Sushi Creations
Thu, Dec 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Galvez - Meeting Room 2
Roll over and create some candy sushi!
Amigos Time - Tamales Fiesta
Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Gonzales - Activity Room
¡Celebra con nosotros y descubre los tamales en un evento sensorial para niños! Celebrate with us and explore tamales at a sensory event for kids!
Pajama Storytime
Thu, Dec 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Dutchtown - Activity Room
Slip on your softest and snuggliest pajamas to join us for stories and songs.
Holiday Hangout
Fri, Dec 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Gonzales
Holiday madness have you going to pieces? Reassemble your cheer with puzzles and treats! Registration required.
Ralph’s Responders - with LSART’s Sara Deen
Sat, Dec 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Galvez - Meeting Room 2
Join the Louisiana State Animal Response Team Ralph’s Responders Kids program for a special holiday program and meet Finn, a Border Collie!
Dulcimer and Drums - Lady Chops and Madam Dulcimer
Sat, Dec 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Study Commons - Multipurpose Room
Lady Chops (Elizabeth Vidos) and Madam Dulcimer (Amanda Roberts) are back to play joyful music of the holidays.
Ralph’s Responders - with LSART’s Sara Deen
Sat, Dec 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Gonzales - Meeting Room 3
Join the Louisiana State Animal Response Team Ralph’s Responders Kids program for a special holiday program and meet Finn, a Border Collie!
Jewel Snowflakes - Creation Station
Mon, Dec 23, All day
Gonzales
Try basic jewelry-making and create a beaded snowflake.
Jewel Snowflakes - Creation Station
Mon, Dec 23, All day
Dutchtown
Try basic jewelry-making and create a beaded snowflake.
Jewel Snowflakes - Creation Station
Mon, Dec 23, All day
Galvez
Try basic jewelry-making and create a beaded snowflake.
Jewel Snowflakes - Creation Station
Mon, Dec 23, All day
Donaldsonville
Try basic jewelry-making and create a beaded snowflake.
Decorate the Kids’ Tree
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Donaldsonville
It’s the time of year when we need your help decorating our trees!
Decorate the Kids’ Tree
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Dutchtown
It’s the time of year when we need your help decorating our trees!
Decorate the Kids’ Tree
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Galvez
It’s the time of year when we need your help decorating our trees!
Decorate the Kids’ Tree
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Gonzales
It’s the time of year when we need your help decorating our trees!
LYRC
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Donaldsonville
Hey, Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help selecting the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LYRC
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Dutchtown
Hey, Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help selecting the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LYRC
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Galvez
Hey, Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help selecting the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LYRC
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Gonzales
Hey, Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help selecting the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Donaldsonville
High Schoolers! Help pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Dutchtown
High Schoolers! Help pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Galvez
High Schoolers! Help pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Gonzales
High Schoolers! Help pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
Cozy Up With A Good Book - Beanstack Reading Challenge
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Virtual
Relax and enjoy the end of the year when you Cozy Up with a Good Book!
Register
LYRC
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Donaldsonville
Voting lets your voice be heard! Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help to select the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LYRC
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Dutchtown
Voting lets your voice be heard! Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help to select the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LYRC
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Galvez
Voting lets your voice be heard! Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help to select the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LYRC
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Gonzales
Voting lets your voice be heard! Kindergarteners through 8th graders, we need your help to select the 2024-2025 Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Donaldsonville
Vote to let your opinion be known about your favorite books! High Schoolers, we need you to help to pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Dutchtown
Vote to let your opinion be known about your favorite books! High Schoolers, we need you to help to pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Galvez
Vote to let your opinion be known about your favorite books! High Schoolers, we need you to help to pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
LTRC
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Gonzales
Vote to let your opinion be known about your favorite books! High Schoolers, we need you to help to pick the 2024 -2025 Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award winner.
Your Next Chapter - Beanstack Reading Challenge
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Virtual
This is your year! Explore new hobbies, try reading different genres, and challenge yourself to continue learning.
Fencing Fundamentals - A Live Demonstration with Red Stick School of Fencing
Sat, Jan 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Dutchtown - Meeting Room AB
Discover the art and skill behind this fast-paced sport that has been a part of the Olympics since 1896.
Let's Get Creative - Packet Pickup
Mon, Jan 06, All day
Donaldsonville
Learn to paint using acrylics. Available while supplies last.
Let's Get Creative - Packet Pickup
Mon, Jan 06, All day
Dutchtown
Learn to paint using acrylics. Available while supplies last.
Let's Get Creative - Packet Pickup
Mon, Jan 06, All day
Galvez
Learn to paint using acrylics. Available while supplies last.
Let's Get Creative - Packet Pickup
Mon, Jan 06, All day
Gonzales
Learn to paint using acrylics. Available while supplies last.
Let's Get Creative - Packet Pickup
Mon, Jan 06, All day
Study Commons
Learn to paint using acrylics. Available while supplies last.
Cozy Winter Crafts
Mon, Jan 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Donaldsonville - Meeting Room
Warm up with these winter crafts!
Sidewalk Astronomy - Don Weinell
Mon, Jan 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Gonzales Branch - Parking Lot
Look up and see the night sky!
Play Dates
Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Galvez - Activity Room
A time for babies and toddlers and their caregivers to play and socialize with others.
Makerspace Training - Cricut Maker 3 and Heat Press
Tue, Jan 07, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Donaldsonville - Heat Press
Kickstart your creativity in the library’s new makerspace when you learn to use all the new tools. Registration required.
Makerspace Training - Cricut Maker 3 and Heat Press
Tue, Jan 07, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Donaldsonville
Kickstart your creativity in the library’s new makerspace when you learn to use all the new tools. Registration required.
One-on-One Beginner Computer Help
Wed, Jan 08, 5:00pm - 7:45pm
Gonzales - Computer Classroom
Improve your computer skills with one-on-one help. Registration required.
Louisiana's German Coast - 300 Years of History
Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Gonzales - Meeting Room 3
Learn more about the history of Louisiana’s German Coast. Registration required.
Play Dates
Thu, Jan 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Dutchtown - Activity Room
A time for babies and toddlers and their caregivers to play and socialize with others.
Pajama Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Galvez - Activity Room
Get comfy at the library, where children can settle in for a night of wintery stories and crafts.
Pajama Storytime
Thu, Jan 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Gonzales - Activity Room
Get comfy at the library, where children can settle in for a night of wintery stories and crafts.
Library Resources for Educators and Students
Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Galvez - Meeting Room 2
Learn what the library has that can support your homeschooling and homework needs.
One-on-One Beginner Computer Help
Fri, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 4:45pm
Gonzales
Improve your computer skills with one-on-one help. Registration required.
Fencing Fundamentals - A Live Demonstration with Red Stick School of Fencing
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Gonzales - Meeting Room 3
Discover the art and skill behind this fast-paced sport that has been a part of the Olympics since 1896.
Pretend Play Day
Sat, Jan 11, 10:00am - 11:00am
Dutchtown - Meeting Room AB
Come explore, imagine, and role-play at our Pretend Play Day!
Bluey’s Wackadoo Bash
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Study Commons - Multipurpose Room
Set your Sat Nav, hop on a bus, or call a taxi and head to the Study Commons to meet Bluey!
Teen Book Club
Sat, Jan 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Galvez - Meeting Room 2
Meet other teens who love to read and explore different books together. Registration required.
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