Lafayette Public Library News for November – December 2023
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Save the Date! Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
Santa is coming to a library near you! Children will get to take a picture with Santa using their parent’s phone, then make a craft and enjoy a candy cane. Ages 0 – 18.
Monday, November 20
10:00 –11:00 am
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Tuesday, November 21
10:00 am –12:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5779
Wednesday, November 22
10:00 –11:00 am
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Wednesday, December 20
10:00 am –12:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Thursday, December 21
1:00 –2:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Visit lafayettepubliclibrary.org for updates; follow us at facebook.com/LafayettePublicLibrary
See What’s Happening at the Library this Holiday Season!
World Kindness Day
Help us make a giant paper chain of kindness to celebrate World Kindness Day, which is November 13! Come in starting November 1 and add your kind words to our paper chain. All ages.
November 1 – November 13
All Day
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Cardboard Fairy Houses
Make a fairy house any magical friend would want to live in. Registration is required at South Regional Library. Ages 7 – 12.
Wednesday, November 1
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Milton Branch, 337-856-5261
Thursday, November 16
4:00 – 5:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Bouncing Buddies
Engage your child’s gross motor skills and coordination with fun ball games and social play. Ages 18 months – 3 years.
Thursday, November 2
10:00 – 10:45 am
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Mah Jongg at the Library
Players of all experience levels can join us for a game of Mah Jongg at the library. Ages 18 & up.
Thursdays: November – December
1:00 – 4:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Teen Dungeons & Dragons
Join us for snacks and a game of Dungeons & Dragons (5th Edition). Bring your own level three character, or use one of our pre-built sheets. Registration is required. Ages 14–18.
Thursdays: November 2; December 7
4:00 – 6:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5778
Teen Art Collective
Hone your talent with various art and craft programs. Registration is required. Ages 12 – 18.
The Drawing Board: Flex your creative muscles with various drawing prompts and exercises.
Fridays: November 3; December 1
3:30 – 4:30 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Xmas Block Printing: Carve holiday designs into your block and press it; leave with prints or cards for family and friends.
Monday, November 13
3:00 – 5:00 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Custom Christmas Bulbs: Create a one-of-a-kind ornament.
Friday, December 15
3:30 – 4:30 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
LEGO WeDo Workshops
Explore the basics of robotics engineering with LEGO WeDo kits. Take building to a new level! Registration is required. Ages 7 – 12.
Saturdays: November 4; December 2
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5779
Wednesday, November 15
4:00 – 5:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Wednesday, November 22
2:00 – 3:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Fix It Café: Main Library Café
No Waste Lafayette will host a Fix-it Café at the Main Library focusing on bike repair, clothing, textiles, furniture, electronics, and small appliances. Ages 18 & up.
Saturday, November 11
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5787
Teen LEGO Lab
LEGO-loving teens can hang out, build original creations for display, and explore various LEGO-themed activities in this monthly meet up. Ages 12–18.
Tuesdays: November 14; December 19
3:00 – 4:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Tuesday, December 12
5:00 – 6:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Wednesday, December 27
3:30 – 4:30 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Autumn Painting
Learn painting techniques as you create an autumnal landscape using custom colors. Registration is required. Ages 18 & up
Wednesday, November 15
2:00 – 3:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Chess Club
Chess players of all levels are welcome to come play.
Registration is required. Ages 7 & up.
Wednesday, November 15
6:00 – 7:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Wednesday, December 13
6:00 – 7:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5787
Meet a Meteorologist
Explore the science of weather with meteorologist Michael Crowley, then try your hand at presenting the weather in front of a green screen. Registration is required. Ages 5 – 12.
Wednesday, November 15
4:30 – 5:30 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Holiday Crafts with Gail Trim
Join local artist Gail Trim to create wonderful crafts for the holiday season. Registration is required. Ages 18 & up.
Ornamental Thank You Script on Plaque
Wednesday, November 15
1:00 – 3:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Leaf Bouquet with Inspirational Script
Wednesday, November 29
1:00 – 3:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Fiber Arts Christmas Tree with Poured Paint Ornaments
Wednesday, December 13
1:00 – 3:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Holiday Cards for the Elderly by Kids
Make a personalized holiday card to be delivered to residents in long-term care facilities. Ages 5 – 12.
Wednesday, November 15
3:30 – 5:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5779
Wednesday, November 15
4:00 – 5:30 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Monday, November 20
2:00 – 4:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Wednesday, November 29
3:30 – 5:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Friday, December 8
4:00 – 5:00 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Dystopian Turkey Day
Enjoy a dehydrated approximation of a Thanksgiving meal complete with age appropriate novelty beverages. Ages 12 – 18.
Thursday, November 16
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5778
K-Pop Kommunity Meet-up
Come hang out as we recommend our favorite groups to each other. We’ll do some dancing, crafting, and research along the way! Ages 12 – 18.
Thursdays: November 16; December 28
5:00 – 6:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Café Bibliothèque
Come join library staff for a cup of coffee and a side of coffee knowledge on a Friday each month! Registration is required. Ages 18 & up.
Fall Flavors
Friday, November 17
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5787
Winter Blend Coffee Project
Friday, December 15
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5787
Mushroom Lamps
Join us to make DIY mushroom lamps for fall! Registration is required. Ages 12 – 18.
Friday, November 17
4:00 – 5:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Tuesday, November 28
5:00 – 6:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Tournament Time
Do you think you’re the best? Come test yourself against other teens! We’ll also be having an elimination bracket. No outside controllers. Registration is required. Ages 12 – 18.
November: Super Smash Bros
December: Mario Kart
Saturdays: November 18 & December 9
1:00 – 3:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Wednesdays: November 22 & December 27
2:00 – 3:30 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Map Tile Coaster
Make your own ceramic coaster with an antique map design. Registration is required. Ages 14 & up.
Monday, November 20
1:30 – 3:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5787
Holiday Cards for the Elderly by Teens
Make a personalized holiday card to be delivered to residents in long-term care facilities. Ages 12–18.
Monday, November 20
2:00 – 4:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Wednesday, November 29
3:30 –5:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Thursday, November 30
5:00 – 6:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Friday, December 8
4:00 – 5:00 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Bluey Bash Encore
Did you miss the Bluey Bash last year, or did you have so much fun, you want to do it all over again? Then join us for the Bluey Bash Encore! Ages 2 – 6.
Monday, November 20
10:00 – 11:00 am
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Let’s Make Music
Join us for a musical story, then create your own musical instrument using household items. All supplies provided. Registration is required. Ages 4 – 6.
Monday, November 20
10:00 – 11:00 am
Main Library, 337-261-5779
Wednesday, November 22
10:30 – 11:30 am
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Owl Craft
Join us for a story, then make a cute paper owl craft. Registration is required. Ages 3–6.
Tuesday, November 28
10:30 – 11:15 am
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Bean Mosaic
Create a piece of art using only dried beans. Ages 18 & up.
Wednesday, November 29
5:00 – 6:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Pets & Friends
Learn about animal safety, pet adoption, and pet care, then cuddle with some puppies and kittens from Acadiana Animal Aid! Registration is required. Ages 7–12.
Wednesday, November 29
4:30 – 5:30 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Stitch Kids
We’ll do simple stitches on fabric and make fun designs. Registration is required. Ages 5 – 12.
Wednesday, November 29
4:00 – 5:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Exploring Our Solar System
Join astronomer Dave Hostetter for a demonstration about the moon, planets, and Geminid meteor shower, along with telescope viewing. Ages 8 & up.
Friday, December 1
7:00 – 9:00 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Festive Fridays
Make a different holiday craft (and enjoy Christmas music while you’re at it!) each Friday in December through Christmas. Registration is required. Ages 18 & up.
Fridays: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
December 1: Cardstock Christmas Trees
December 8: Snowy Mason Jar
December 15: Paper Bauble Ornaments
December 22: Winter Sock Gnome
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Princesses’ Enchanted Christmas
CYT will present a special holiday event with princess characters, which includes a themed craft and photo meet & greet. Ages 3 – 6.
Saturday, December 2
3:00 – 4:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
ERL True Crime Club
Bring your sleuthing skills to the library, where Michelle N. Jeanis, Ph.D., of UL Lafayette’s Criminal Justice Department, will present a case for the group to discuss. Prepare as much or as little as you like beforehand. Ages 18 & up.
Case: The Kidnapping of Jaycee Dugard
Thursday, December 7
5:30 – 7:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Author’s Alley
Meet and support local authors as they gather to sell and sign their books. Authors may reserve a table by calling 337-504-5166. Space is limited. Ages 18 & Up.
Saturday, December 9
1:00 – 3:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
A Cajun Christmas with Vermilionville
Join us and Vermilionville for a Cajun Christmas at the library! Sing songs in French, hear cultural stories, and learn local winter traditions. Ages 5 – 12.
Saturday, December 9
11:00 – 12:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Teen Puppeteer Studio
Aspiring teen actors are invited to produce and perform a puppet show for children! Teens must attend both Sessions 1 & 2. Registration is required. Ages 12 – 18.
Session One: Production
Monday, December 11
3:30 – 5:00 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Session Two: Performance
Thursday, December 21
9:00 – 11:00 am
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Marshmallow Towers
Challenge yourself to create a tower using marshmallows and toothpicks. Registration is required. Ages 5 – 12.
Tuesday, December 12
4:00 – 5:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Gingerbread House Workshop
Kids will get to make a delicious gingerbread house! Registration is required. Ages 7 – 12.
Monday, December 18
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5779
DIY Christmas Ornaments
Come craft Christmas decorations to take home and enjoy year after year. Registration required. Ages 12–18.
Thursday, December 21
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5778
Budget Eras Viewing
You didn’t get tickets either? That’s okay! Come enjoy our supercut of fan videos from the Taylor Swift Eras concert! All ages.
Tuesday, December 26
5:00 – 7:30 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Chocolate Tasting Championship
Help decide East Regional’s Chocolate Champion! Visit the branch to sample a variety of chocolates, then vote for the one you think is best. While supplies last. Ages 5 & up.
Thursday, December 28
3:00 – 4:30 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Happy Noon Year
Say goodbye to 2023 and ring in the new year with crafts, treats, and a countdown to noon! Ages 3 – 12.
Friday, December 29
11:30 am – 12:15 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5779
