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January 3, 2012Items marked with an * require registration.
Children Activities
Thibodaux Branch
314 St. Mary St., 447-4119
Wednesday, Jan. 4, 10:30 a.m., Storytime: “Circus”
Thursday, Jan. 5, 4 p.m., New Movie Madness: “Mr. Popper’s Penguins”
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 10:30 a.m., Storytime: “Soup”
Thursday, Jan. 12, 4 p.m.,*Kids Craft: For children ages 5 – 11. Call 447-4119 to register.
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 10:30 a.m., Storytime: “Too Many Dinosaurs”
Thursday, Jan. 19, 10:30 a.m., Laptime Storytime: For babies 0 to 24 months. “Colors”
Monday, Jan. 23, 5:30 p.m., Storytime: “Alligators”
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 10:30 a.m., Storytime: “Colors”
Bayou Blue Branch
198 Mazerac St., 580-0634
Monday, Jan. 9, 10:30 a.m., Storytime with Ms. Allison
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 10:45 a.m., Martin Luther King Jr. Children’s Craft
Thursday, Jan. 12, 11:30 a.m., Movie Marathon: “Dennis the Menace”
Monday, Jan. 23, 10:30 a.m., Storytime and Craft: “Bugs”
Monday, Jan. 30, 10:30 a.m., Storytime and Craft: “Teddy Bears”
Choctaw Branch
1887 Choctaw Rd., 633-6453
Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice / Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice 2012: Children in grades 3 to 8 and teens can check out books on the 2012 list and vote for their favorite. Stop by and check out the library’s book display for more information. Participants that turn in a vote will be entered into a drawing for a $15 Sonic America’s drive-in gift card, donated by the Choctaw Friends of the Library group.
Thursday, Jan. 5, 10:30 a.m., Storytime with Ms. Allison
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 11 a.m., Storytime: “Mittens”
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 4:30 p.m., *Kids Craft: Fleece Scarves. Ages 4-9. Register at the desk.
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 11 a.m., Storytime: “Polar Bear”
Wednesday, Jan.18, 5 p.m., Library Birthday Club: Children celebrating their 1st -10th birthday are invited to participate. The library will celebrate birthdays monthly with refreshments and a gift.
Tuesday, Jan. 24, 11 a.m., Storytime: “Yummy Soup”
Thursday, Jan. 26, 4:45 p.m., Evening Storytime: “Penguins”
Gheens Branch
161 N. Leon Dr., 532-2288
Golden Meadow Branch
1501 N. Bayou Dr., 475-5660
Tuesday, Jan. 3, 10:30 a.m., Storytime: “Grin and Bear It”
Thursday, Jan. 12, 4 p.m., Storytime: “Down on the Farm”
Thursday, Jan. 26, 4 p.m., Storytime: “Dance”
Larose Branch
Larose Civic Center, 693-3336
Thursday, Jan. 5, 10:30 a.m., Alphabet Soup Story Hour: “Security Blanket.” Stories, games, and crafts for infants through Pre-K children.
Thursday, Jan. 5, 4:30 p.m., Afternoon Story Hour: Stories, songs, and fun for school-aged children.
Thursday, Jan. 12, 10:30 a.m., Alphabet Soup Story Hour: “Grin and Bear It.” Stories, games, and crafts for infants through Pre-K children.
Thursday, Jan. 12, 4:30 p.m., Afternoon Story Hour: Stories, songs, and fun for school-aged children.
Thursday, Jan. 19, 10:30 a.m., Alphabet Soup Story Hour: “Happy Birthday, Moon.” Stories, games, and crafts for infants through Pre-K children.
Thursday, Jan. 19, 4:30 p.m., Afternoon Story Hour: Stories, songs, and fun for school-aged children.
Thursday, Jan. 26, 10:30 a.m., Alphabet Soup Story Hour: “Down In Louisiana.” Stories, games, and crafts for infants through Pre-K children.
Thursday, Jan. 26, 4:30 p.m., Afternoon Story Hour: Stories, songs, and fun for school-aged children.
Louisiana Young Readers Choice Awards Reading Challenge: In January, the Larose Branch Library will be hosting a children’s reading challenge. A committee of Louisiana librarians selected outstanding books to promote reading to children. The children read three of the selected books and then vote on their favorite. To motivate children to participate, the Larose library will be offering a chance to win a prize in three categories. Participating children in grades 3 to 5 may win a MP3 player; children in grades 6 to 8, a computer game; and teens, a DVD of his or her choice. To learn more about the challenge, contact the Larose library at 693-3336. The final deadline to participate is January 27, 2012.
Lockport Branch
720 Crescent Ave., 532-3158
Thursday, Jan. 5, 10:30 a.m., Storytime: “Leaping Lily Pads”
Thursday, Jan. 12, 10:30 a.m., Storytime: “Bugs”
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 4 p.m., Movie Matinee: Refreshments provided.
Thursday, Jan. 19, 4 p.m.,*Children’s Craft: For all ages. Registration required to ensure supplies for all children attending. To register, call 532-3158.
Thursday, Jan. 26, 10:30 a.m., Storytime: “Teddy Bears”
Raceland Branch
177 Recreation Dr., 537-6875
Thursday, Jan. 5, 10:30 a.m., Storytime & Craft: “Manners”
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2 – 5 p.m., Community Social: Community members are invited to gather at the Raceland Branch and meet new people or reminisce with old friends. Refreshments served.
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 4 p.m., Children’s Martin Luther King Jr. “I Have a Dream” Craft
Thursday, Jan. 19, 10:30 a.m., Storytime and Craft
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 4 p.m., “Opposite Day” Craft
South Lafourche Branch
16241 East Main St., 632-4963
Tuesday, Jan. 3, 10:30 a.m., Storytime
Wednesday, Jan. 4, 10 a.m., BabyTime: Storytime for babies 0 to 24 months.
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 10:30 a.m., Storytime
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 10:30 a.m., Storytime
Tuesday, Jan. 24, 10:30 a.m., Storytime
Tuesday, Jan. 31, 5:30 p.m., Kids Afternoon Craft
Teen/Tween Activities
Thibodaux Branch
Thursday, Jan. 5, 4 p.m., New Movie Madness: “Mr. Popper’s Penguins”
Monday, Jan. 9, 5 p.m., *Teen Craft: Call 447-4119 to register.
Saturday, Jan. 14, 1 p.m., Wii Day
Thursday, Jan. 19, 4:30 p.m., *Tween Craft: Call 447-4119 to register.
Tuesday, Jan. 24, 4 p.m., Wii Night
Friday, Jan. 27, 4 p.m., Teenreads. Teen Book Club Online Facebook Chat
Monday, Jan. 30, 4 p.m., Bookends Tween Book Club
Bayou Blue Branch
Friday, Jan. 6, 1 p.m., Tween / Teen Wii Bowling: Refreshments provided.
Thursday, Jan. 12, 11:30 a.m., Movie Marathon: “Dennis the Menace”
Friday, Jan. 13, 1 p.m., Tween / Teen Wii Game: Refreshments provided.
Choctaw Branch
Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice / Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice 2012: Children in grades 3 to 8 and teens can check out books on the 2012 list and vote for their favorite. Stop by and check out the library’s book display for more information. Participants that turn in a vote will be entered into a drawing for a $15 Sonic America’s drive-in gift card, donated by the Choctaw Friends of the Library group.
Tuesday, January 3, 2 p.m. Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Book Talk: Children are invited to learn about those books nominated as this year’s Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice nominees. Learn about some great books, and enjoy some refreshments and good company.
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 4:30 p.m., Tween / Teen Board Games: For ages 10 and up. Refreshments served.
Golden Meadow Branch
Thursday, Jan. 5, 4 p.m., Teen Wii Games
Thursday, Jan. 19, 4 p.m., Teen Program
Larose Branch
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 4:30 p.m., Wiitime Wiimers: Friendly Wii competition for those ages 12 to 15.
Tuesday, Jan. 24, 4:30 p.m., Tween Wii Games: Friendly Wii competition for those ages 11 and under.
Louisiana Young Readers Choice Awards Reading Challenge: In January, the Larose Branch Library will be hosting a children’s reading challenge. A committee of Louisiana librarians selected outstanding books to promote reading to children. The children read three of the selected books and then vote on their favorite. To motivate children to participate, the Larose library will be offering a chance to win a prize in three categories. Participating children in grades 3 to 5 may win a MP3 player; children in grades 6 to 8, a computer game; and teens, a DVD of his or her choice. To learn more about the challenge, contact the Larose library at 693-3336. The final deadline to participate is January 27, 2012.
Lockport Branch
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 4 p.m., Tweens / Teen Wii Games
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 4 p.m., Movie Matinee: Refreshments provided.
Raceland Branch
Tuesday, Jan. 3, 4 p.m., Game Night
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2 – 5 p.m., Community Social: Community members are invited to gather at the Raceland Branch and meet new people or reminisce with old friends. Refreshments served.
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 4 p.m., Children’s Martin Luther King Jr. “I Have a Dream” Craft
Thursday, Jan. 12, 4 p.m., Tween Wii “Just Dance 3” Dance-off Challenge
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 4 p.m., “Opposite Day” Craft
Tuesday, Jan. 31, 4 p.m., Teen Wii
South Lafourche Branch
Saturday, Jan. 14, 1:30 p.m., Teen Game Day
Saturday, Jan. 14, 3:30 p.m., Teen / Tween Duct Tape Craft
Saturday, Jan. 28, 10 a.m., Manga / Comic Art Class
Saturday, Jan. 28, 1:30 p.m., Tween Book Club
Saturday, Jan. 28, 2:30 p.m., Teen Book Club
Adult Activities
Thibodaux Branch
Tuesday, Jan. 3, 12 p.m., *Basic Genealogy Assistance: Get help researching your ancestry. Registration required. Call 447-4119 to register.
Tuesday, Jan. 3, 5 p.m., Board Game Night
Wednesday, Jan. 4, 1 p.m., Scrabble
Thursday, Jan. 5, 10:30 a.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to Computers. Call 447-4119 to register.
Thursday, Jan. 5, 4 p.m., New Movie Madness: “Mr. Popper’s Penguins”
Friday, Jan. 6, 1 p.m., LIB LUV Book Club
Monday, Jan. 9, 5:30 p.m., *Computer Class: OverDrive eBook Downloading. Call 447-4119 to register.
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 5 p.m., Board Game Night
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 1 p.m., Scrabble
Thursday, Jan. 12, 10:30 a.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010. Call 447-4119 to register.
Saturday, Jan. 14, 1 p.m., Wii Day
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 5 p.m., Board Game Night
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 1 p.m., Scrabble
Thursday, Jan. 19, 10:30 a.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to the Internet. Call 447-4119 to register.
Saturday, Jan. 21, 2 p.m., Science Fiction Book Club
Tuesday, Jan. 24, 4 p.m., Wii Night
Tuesday, Jan. 24, 5 p.m., Board Game Night
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 1 p.m., Scrabble
Thursday, Jan. 26, 10:30 a.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to Email. Call 447-4119 to register.
Saturday, Jan. 28, 2 p.m., Banned Books Club
Monday, Jan. 30, 5 p.m., *Adult Craft: Call 447-4119 to register.
Tuesday, Jan. 31, 5 p.m., Board Game Night
Bayou Blue Branch
Thursday, Jan.5, 10:30 a.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to computers. Call 580-0634 to register.
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2 p.m., St. Catherine’s Grief Support
Thursday, Jan. 12, 10:30 a.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to computers. Call 580-0634 to register.
Thursday, Jan. 12, 11:30 a.m., Movie Marathon: “Dennis the Menace”
Thursday, Jan. 19, 10:30 a.m., Adult Craft: Fleur De Lis Acrylic Painting.
Thursday, Jan. 19, 11:30 a.m., Movie Marathon: “Bonanza.” Refreshments provided.
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2 p.m., St. Catherine’s Grief Support
Choctaw Branch
Wednesday, Jan. 4, 10:30 a.m., Bingo: Prizes awarded for each game.
Thursday, Jan. 12, 10 a.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010. Register at the desk.
Golden Meadow Branch
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 1 p.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to Computers. Call 475-5660 to register.
Larose Branch
Monday, Jan.9, 10 a.m., Senior Strikers: Wii bowling for seniors.
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 1 p.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to Computers. Call 693-3336 to register.
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 1 – 6 p.m., Larose Cuttin Ups Scrapbooking: Scrapbooking for beginning and experienced scrapbookers. In January, scrapbookers will work on a “Snow Fun” layout. All materials provided. If interested, call Daryle at the library at 693-3336.
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 1 p.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to Microsoft Word. Call 693-3336 to register.
Monday, Jan. 23, 10 a.m., Senior Strikers: Wii bowling for seniors.
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 1 p.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to the Internet and Email. Call 693-3336 to register.
Wednesdays and Fridays throughout tax season, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., beginning January 18 – Tax Preparation: Residents who need to file a simple tax return and meet income requirements can get free tax preparation assistance at the Larose Branch, 305 E. Fifth Street. Appointments are required and can be made by calling the library at 693-3336. Participants should bring all paperwork necessary for filing taxes, license and Social Security card.
Lockport Branch
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2 p.m., Computer Class: OverDrive. Learn how to download ebooks (free for checkout from the Lafourche Parish library) on computers, ebook readers, and more.
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 4 p.m., Movie Matinee: Refreshments provided.
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 5:30 p.m., Scrapbooking Memories: For scrapbookers of any level. Bring your own supplies or use the library’s.
Saturday, Jan. 21, 1:30 p.m., Scrapbooking Memories: For scrapbookers of any level. Bring your own supplies or use the library’s.
Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2 p.m., Computer Class: OverDrive. Learn how to download ebooks (free for checkout from the Lafourche Parish library) on computers, ebook readers, and more.
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 1 p.m., Wii Social: Enjoy Wii games with other adults.
Raceland Branch
Friday, Jan. 6, 11 a.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to Computers. Call 537-6875 to register.
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2 – 5 p.m., Community Social: Community members are invited to gather at the Raceland Branch and meet new people or reminisce with old friends. Refreshments served.
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 2 p.m., Raceland Book Club
Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m., from January 19 – April 17, residents who need to file simple tax returns and meet income requirements can get free tax help at the Raceland Branch, 177 Recreation Drive. Appointments are necessary. To make an appointment, call the Raceland library at 537-6875. Participants should bring all paperwork necessary for filing taxes, license and Social Security card.
January 3 – April 30, the Raceland Branch will conduct an amateur photography contest in celebration of the Louisiana Bicentennial. The contest theme is “Louisiana: Celebrating Our Home.” Those ages 11 – 15 can compete in the contest’s junior division and those 16 and up in the adult division. Photos should be no smaller than 5×7 or larger than 11×14 in size. Matting or frames are welcome but are not necessary. Both black and white and color photos can be entered. The deadline for entries is April 30. For more information, call the library at 537-6875.
South Lafourche Branch
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 10:30 a.m., Adult Craft
Wednesday, Jan. 11, 6:30 p.m., Beachfront Commission Meeting
Thursday, Jan. 12, 5 p.m., Genealogy Volunteer Interest Group
Thursday, Jan. 12, 5:30 p.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to the Internet. Call 632-7140 to register.
Saturday, Jan. 14, 9 a.m., Barefoot Quilters
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 4 p.m., La Table Francaise
Tuesday, Jan. 17, 5 p.m., Coastal Zone Management Meeting
Wednesday, Jan. 18, 10:30 a.m., Wii Bowling
Thursday, Jan. 19, 5 p.m., Veterans District Meeting
Thursday, Jan. 19, 5:30 p.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to Email. Call 632-7140 to register.
Wednesday, Jan. 25, 6 p.m., Talking Books Book Club
Thursday, Jan. 26, 5:30 p.m., *Computer Class: Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010. Call 632-7140 to register.
Friday, Jan. 27, 10 a.m., Bingo
