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Lafourche Parish

GUESS THE PEOPLE IN THE PHOTO CONTEST


Through Nov. 21

Guess the names of the people in a photo from Galliano Elementary’s 1942 Achievement Day for a chance to win a Thanksgiving basket. The winner is named Nov. 21.

South Lafourche Branch


BRAINTIME, DOWNTIME, MEDITATION

Nov. 1

Enjoy some quiet time at this relaxation hour. 


Lockport Branch, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

3M CLOUD LIBRARY EBOOK DEMO

In November


Free demonstration for all ages on how to use the Cloud Library to access eBooks with your library card.

Lockport Branch, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Nov. 3; Golden Meadow Branch, 3-5 p.m., Nov. 3; Lockport Branch, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Nov. 10; Larose Library, 5-6 p.m., Nov. 11; Golden Meadow Branch, 3-5 p.m., Nov. 17; South Lafourche Branch, 2-3 p.m., Nov. 20.

STORYTIME BOOK CLUB: “RUN, RUN TURKEY”


Nov. 5

This story hour for kids of all ages includes a craft and a copy of the book to bring home.

Golden Meadow Branch, 4-4:30 p.m.


FRENCH CULTURAL EXCHANGE

Nov. 5

Share your culture, food and language with area French teachers. 


Lockport Branch, 5:30-6:30 p.m.

SALUTE OUR VETERANS RECEPTION

Nov. 7


All veterans and the public are invited to attend this reception and view a special display in honor of those who have served.

Larose Branch, 9:30-10:30 a.m.

VETERANS APPRECIATION DAY


Nov. 11

As a “thank you” to all veterans, stop in for refreshments and cookies. 

Golden Meadow Library, 11 a.m.-7 p.m.


VETERANS DAY SOCIAL

Nov. 11

All veterans are invited to attend this social with a welcome from the mayor, introduction of the attending veterans and a viewing of a display saluting area veterans.


Lockport Branch, 1-2 p.m.

CHILD SAFETY WITH 

MCGRUFF THE POLICE DOG


Nov. 13

Children learn safety from McGruff the police dog and Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office staffers. Iris scans and fingerprinting are provided.

Lockport Branch, Meeting Room, 5-6 p.m.


CHILD ID PROGRAM

Nov. 15

Children’s fingerprints and a DNA swab of each child are conducted by the Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office. A form is given to each child’s parents for safekeeping.


South Lafourche Library, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

SEAN ADAMS BOOK SIGNING

Nov. 21


Local author Sean Adams signs his book, “I Am Happy to be Me.” 

Larose Branch, 1-3 p.m.

SCRATCH ANIMATORS


Nov. 21

Youngsters ages 8 to 11 use the Scratch computer program to learn animation basics. 

Lockport Branch, 3-4 p.m.


KEATS WORKSHOP

Nov. 24 and 25

This two-day workshop gives elementary and middle school students the opportunity to explore their heritage, relate it to world cultures and modern day and create a book featuring a day in the life of their character. Funded by the Ezra Jack Keats Minigrant Foundation. Register at 985-532-3158.


Lockport Branch, 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Terrebonne Parish

THIBODAUX AMATEUR RADIO CLUB


Nov. 3

The open meeting explores amateur radio and related area topics.

North Library, Small Meeting Room, 7-8:30 p.m.


MOM’S BOOK CLUB

Nov. 5

Discuss Kathryn Stockett’s “The Help” with other moms. Jeanette Walls’ “The Glass Castle” is the next title planned.


Main Branch, 6 p.m.

I CARE PROGRAM

Nov. 11


Preschoolers from Dularge will enjoy the book, “Excuse Me! A Little Book of Manners,” by Karen Katz.

Dularge Branch, 4:30 p.m.

LIBRARY LIFE HACKS


Nov. 13

Learn new tricks and tips to help you get the most out of the library. Staff covers everything from renewing books via smartphone to downloading free music and how to find the best resources for research projects.

Main Branch Computer Lab, 4:30-5:30 p.m.


INTERNATIONAL GAMES DAY

Nov. 15

Join library staff for an afternoon of fun with board, card and video games and a life-sized Pac-Man.


Main Branch, 2 p.m.

WETLANDS WORKSHOP FOR TEACHERS

Nov. 19


Earn continuing education credits with Alma Robichaux from Barataria-Terrebonne National Estuary Program as she leads this workshop about the wetlands. K-12 teachers receive classroom-ready curriculum materials suitable for math, science and art.

Main Branch, 6 p.m.

FINANCIAL AID WORKSHOP


Nov. 19

Parents and students will learn about scholarships and grants offered through the Louisiana Office of Student Financial Assistance. Library staff also provide information on local private scholarships. No registration required.

Main Branch, Large Meeting Room, 6-8:30 p.m.


CAJUN CULTURE PROGRAM

Nov. 20

Share stories, folk tales, oral history, songs, dance and music at this cultural get- together. Also includes presentations on the history of Cajun language as well as resources on free computer classes, BINGO, line dancing and websites of interest.


Main Branch, 6:30 p.m.

FLASHBACK FRIDAY MOVIE

Nov. 21


Teens are invited to watch “Ferris Bueller’s Day Off.” Refreshments provided. 

North Branch, Small Meeting Room, 3-4:30 p.m.

HOW TO DRAW MANGA


Nov. 22

Learn to draw manga and anime characters at this hour-long class led by illustrator Alexis Richard. Open to teens.

Main Library, 3-4 p.m.


TERREBONNE LIBRARIES CLOSED NOV. 26-30; LAFOURCHE CLOSED NOV. 27 FOR THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY.

 

TEEN MOCK THE MOVIE

Nov. 29


Join staff for an evening of jeers and digs as you make fun of “Jurassic Park 3.” Popcorn and snacks provided.

Main Branch, 4:30 p.m.

LIBRARIES ARE CLOSED NOV. 27 FOR THANKSGIVING.


 

Youngsters make crafts at a Lafourche Parish library. Check out this month’s events.

 

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