Submitted by the Lafayette Public Library System
Save the Date!
Santa Claus Is Coming to Town
Don’t miss Santa’s visit to your nearest library! Children will get their picture taken with Santa using their parent’s phone, then work on a craft while having a candy cane! Ages 0 – 18.
Monday, November 25
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Monday, November 25
1:00 – 2:00 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Tuesday, November 26
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5779
Tuesday, November 26
1:00 – 2:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Monday, December 23
9:00 – 10:00 am
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Join the 100 Book Club in 2025
Make it your New Year’s resolution to read more books in 2025! Better yet, strive to read or listen to 100 books between January 1 and December 31 so you can become a member of the 100 Book Club. Registration begins January 2 in our libraries or online.
Sign up by visiting LafayettePublicLibrary.org
‘Tis the Season to Enjoy What Your Library Has to Offer!
Ren-Faire Rundown
Learn the basics of costume creation and expectations for Renaissance fairs and make friends with fellow Ren-Faire fans. Ages 18 & up.
Friday, November 1
4:00 –6:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
L’ Atelier de la Table Française
The French Table provides a forum to improve your verbal skills in both Louisiana and standard French through casual conversation. Some knowledge of French is required; Ages 18 & up.
Saturdays: November 2, 16; December 7, 21
9:30 – 11:30 am
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Fancy Cheese Shindig
Come and sample a variety of cheeses with sparkling, age-appropriate beverages. Ages 12 – 18.
Saturday, November 9
2:00 – 3:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5778
Painting Projects
Join us for a unique artistic painting project. Ages 18 & up; registration is required.
Monday, November 11 – Abstract Painting
2:00 – 4:00 pm
Wednesdays: 2:00 – 4:00 pm
November 13 – Cardinal in the Snow on Canvas
December 11 – Canvas Tote Bags
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Let’s Make
Use various equipment in the Makerspace and learn how to make both digital and physical designs. Registration is required.
Lafayette of Yesteryear Magnets – Ages 13 & up
Come out and paint laser etched wooden logos of bygone Lafayette area attractions!
Monday, November 11
1:00 – 2:30 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5787
Layered Paper Forest – Ages 13 & up
Come out and make a mountainous forest scene using laser etched paper shapes!
Monday, December 9
1:00 – 2:30 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5787
Felt Mushroom Garland
Learn to sew your own colorful fall decoration with this fun craft project. Ages 18 & up; registration is required.
Monday, November 11
1:30 – 3:30 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5787
Sink or Float? The Titanic
Learn some interesting facts about the Titanic. Get a chance to create your own “unsinkable” boat and see whether it will float or sink. Ages 5 – 12; Registration is required.
Tuesday, November 12
4:30 – 5:30 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
craftABILITY
In partnership with Acadiana Area Developmental Disabilities, join us for CraftABILITY, a monthly adult arts and crafts program for disabled people; a companion to Shelf Care. Ages 18 & up; registration is required.
Wednesday, November 13
5:30 – 7:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5787
Shelf Care
In partnership with Acadiana Area Developmental Disabilities, join us for Shelf Care, a book club for caregivers and companions of disabled people; a companion to CraftABILITY. In November, we’ll pick our books for the year 2025. Please join us for fellowship and light snacks. Ages 18 & up.
Wednesday, November 13
5:30 – 7:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5787
Everyday Eats with Second Harvest
Join us for a nutrition class featuring a cooking demonstration with Amy Pham from Second Harvest. Ages 18 & up; registration is required.
Thursdays: November 14, December 12
5:00 – 6:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Wednesdays: November 20; December 18
5:30 – 6:30 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Creative Kids Art Club
Each month, we’ll learn about an artist, then create our own masterpieces inspired by their work. Ages 7 – 12; registration is required.
November’s Artist: Vincent Van Gogh
December’s Artist: Mary Blair
Thursdays: November 14; December 12
5:30 – 6:30 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5779
Snap Circuits
Snap, create, build, and learn by doing. Make dozens of cool electronic gadgets using a Snap Circuits kit that makes learning electronics easy and fun! Ages 8 – 12; registration is required.
Thursday, November 14
4:00 – 5:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Holiday/Themed Peg Doll Craft
Paint an assortment of peg dolls using provided supplies. They can be holiday themed, Harry Potter, or whatever kind of dolls you’d like to create! All ages; registration is required.
Monday, November 18
5:30 – 7:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Wednesday, December 18
6:00 – 7:00 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
T-Rex Tea Time
Join us for a tea-rific time with a story, snacks, and dinosaur fun. Wear your fanciest attire, or dress up like a dinosaur. You can even dress up like a fancy dinosaur! Ages 3–6; registration is required.
Monday, November 18
10:30 – 11:30 am
Main Library, 337-261-5779
Pick the Price
Ages 12–18 Play our version of “The Price is Right,” full of mini-games and maybe some reality checks… Ages 12 – 18; registration is required.
Monday, November 18
3:30 – 5:00 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Wednesday, November 27
2:00 – 3:30 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Block Printing
Flex your artistic ability and learn to block print with us! Ages 12 – 18; registration is required.
Tuesday, November 19
5:00 – 6:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
DINOvember Bash
Love dinosaurs? Us too! Come to the library and celebrate all things dinosaurs with crafts, trivia, a dino dig, and more. Ages 5–12.
Wednesday, November 20
4:00 – 5:00 am
Main Library, 337-261-5779
Plantapalooza!
Do you love plants and want to expand your collection? Join us for a community plant swap! Bring a healthy plant or cutting to trade (no pests/mold/fungus), label with the name and care instructions, and share plant tips at this meet-up. Ages 18 & up
Thursday, November 21
5:30 – 7:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Thursday, December 19
5:30 – 7:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5787
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 14 & up.
Thursdays: November 21; December 19
5:45 – 6:45 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Borderless Color Papier
Mâché Potluck Capture the essence of a seasonal meal without risking food poisoning with this clever use of papier mâché. Create assorted classic dishes by building bases, then decorate them with colorful tissue paper and paint. Ages 13 – 18; registration is required.
Monday, November 25
2:00 – 3:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Fuse Bead Fun
Make a pair of earrings, a bookmark, or a magnet using perler beads. Ages 12 & up; registration is required.
Monday, November 25
1:00 – 3:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Borderless Color Appreciative Art
Inspired by the season’s spirt of gratitude, this process and play art activity is specially designed for you and your little one to experiment and create. Ages 2 – 3; registration is required.
Monday, November 25
Session 1: 9:30 – 10:00 am
Session 2: 10:15 – 10:45 am
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Christmas Gift Bags
Ages 18 & up Decorate two holiday gift bags and two coordinating tags, just in time for the gift-giving season. Ages 18 & up; registration is required.
Tuesday, November 26
10:00 – 11:30 am
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Tuesday, November 26
2:00 – 3:30 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Make An Ornament
Visit us at the library to make a tree ornament. Ages 5–12; registration is required.
Wednesday, December 4
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5779
Tuesday, December 17
10:30 – 11:30 am
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Home Decor Swap
Need to refresh your home decor? Bring a clean, gently used decor item to trade with fellow attendees. Ages 18 & up.
Saturday, December 7
11:00 am– 12:00 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Jingles All the Way
It’s like “Name That Tune!” but instead of popular songs, this game will feature product jingles and logos. Ages 12 – 18; registration is required.
Monday, December 9
3:30 – 5:00 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Friday, December 13
3:00 – 4:30 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
DIY Snow Globes
Turn a recycled jar into a winter wonderland keepsake. Materials will be provided. Ages 7 – 12; registration is required.
Monday, December 9
4:00 – 5:00 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5779
DIY Holiday Body Care Products
Natural Grocers is here to help you make body care products using high-quality, health-supportive ingredients in time for you to de-stress from the holidays or give as a gift. Taught by Valerie Willis, MS RDN LDN. Ages 18 & up; registration is required.
Tuesday, December 10
1:00 – 3:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Tis the … Swiftmas Season
Leave the Christmas lights up ‘till January and celebrate the spirit of Swiftmas with Taylor stories, songs, crafts, and more. Dress for a mess. Registration is required.
Saturday, December 14
Child Version (Ages 6–10): 10:30 – 11:30 am
Teen-ish Version (Ages 11–14): 1:30 – 2:30 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Escape from Santa’s Workshop
Can you solve the puzzles fast enough to escape Santa’s workshop and save Christmas for us all?! Ages 11& up Registration is required.
Saturday, December 14
12:00 – 1:00 pm; 1:30 – 2:30 pm
Monday, December 16
3:30 – 4:30 pm; 5:00 – 6:00 pm
West Regional Library, 337-232-9321
Next Step Knitting: Holiday Balls
Do you know how to knit and purl, but you’re ready to take it to the next level? Learn decreases, increases, and Fair Isle while making your own soft little holiday ball that can be hung on the tree, used as table decoration, or tossed with the kids. Ages 18 & up; registration is required.
Monday, December 16
5:30 – 6:30 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
DIY Mini Candles
Craft a custom mini candle this holiday season! Ages 12 – 18.
Monday, December 16
6:00 – 7:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Photocolorization!
We’re adding color to black and white photos! Come with one and we’ll print it out, or we’ll supply! Ages 12–18; registration is required.
Tuesday, December 17
5:00 – 6:00 pm
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Gingerbread House Workshop
Construct a delicious gingerbread house. All supplies provided. Ages 7 – 12; registration is required.
Wednesday, December 18
4:30 – 5:30 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5779
Christmas Cactus Craft
Decorate a small pot and plant a real Christmas cactus. Keep it for yourself or make it a gift. All supplies provided. Ages 12 – 18; registration is required.
Friday, December 20
4:00 – 5:00 pm
North Regional Library, 337-896-6323
Bing the Elf: Send Off!
Bing (the South Regional Library’s shelf elf) is headed to the North Pole! Let’s give him a proper send-off by sharing holiday stories, making festive cards, and having some hot chocolate. Ages 4–10; registration is required.
Monday, December 23
10:30 – 11:30 am
South Regional Library, 337-981-1028
Family Ornament Creation Studio
Paint an assortment of ornaments to enhance your celebration of the season at home, or give as a gift. Register children (Ages 4 – 12), teens (Ages 13 – 18), and adults for crafting programs taking place at the same time to make this a family event. Registration is required.
Monday, December 23
2:00 – 3:30 pm
East Regional Library, 337-455-3168
Preteen DIY Self-Care Products
Natural Grocers will help you make body care products using high-quality, health-supportive ingredients in time for you to commit to your self-care resolution for 2025. Taught by Valerie Willis, MS RDN LDN. Register your teens for their version taking place at the same time to make this a family event. Ages 8–12; registration is required.
Friday, December 27
2:00 – 4:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Teen DIY Self-Care Products
Natural Grocers will help you make body care products using high-quality, health-supportive ingredients in time for you to commit to your self-care resolution for 2025. Taught by Valerie Willis, MS RDN LDN. Register your preteens for their version taking place at the same time to make this a family event. Ages 13–18; registration is required.
Friday, December 27
2:00 – 4:00 pm
East Regional Library, 337-445-3168
Happy Noon Year
It’s New Year’s Eve! Come celebrate early by counting down to noon with us. Ages 0 – 12.
Tuesday, December 31
11:30 am – 12:30 pm
Main Library, 337-261-5779
You can find many more programs in our BookTalk. The newsletter is printed with funds provided by the Friends of the Lafayette Public Library.
More library programs and events are added each day. Dates and times can change after the printing of this newsletter. For the most up-to-date program information, or to register, please visit our website at LafayettePublicLibrary.org.
