East Baton Rouge Parish Library
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Thursday April 25 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
One Book One Community - How Many are in the Jar? Guessing Game
Join us in the Greenwell Springs Branch Library to take a guess on how many are in the jar? Every two weeks, there will be a different item for you to take a guess on. There will be one winner every two weeks. Each winner will receive a hardcover copy of Today Is Monda......More
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Thursday April 25 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Central Book Club
The Central book Club meets monthly on the last Thursday, until October 31. Please call 225-262-2650 to register and request a copy of this month's selection. The book club will be discussing Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt.
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Thursday April 25 4:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Small Business Walk-In Clinic
Come meet our Business Librarians to discuss “all things business” at the Main Library at Goodwood every Thursday from 4-6 p.m. Whether your business is still a dream, just starting out, or well-established, let us help you optimize its potential. No appointment r......More
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Thursday April 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Bingo in the Gardens
Adults of all ages are invited to come play bingo at Delmont Gardens. Play a round or several more at 4 p.m. on Thursday, April 25th. Win and select from a variety of small prizes! For more information, call 225-354-7050.
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Thursday April 25 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Tech Help
Bring your computer questions and learn basic computer skills from library staff. You are welcome to bring your own personal laptop or tablet.
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Thursday April 25 4:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Fairwood Stitch Society
Pass some time with fellow fiber enthusiasts at the Fairwood Stitch Society! All skill levels and fiber arts are welcome. You are welcome to bring your own projects. Yarn and needles will be available during meetings for beginning knitters to learn. Please call (225) 9......More
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Thursday April 25 5:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Madden Game Night
Come hangout, snack, and play Madden 18!
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Thursday April 25 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Science Fiction Book Club
Do you love SciFi? Come join our discussion on science fiction literature and popular culture! Meetings are held the last Thursday of the month at 6pm at the Main library. Our club selects a book to read for each meeting and discusses plots, points and improbabilities.
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Thursday April 25 6:00pm - 6:30pm CDT
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Friday April 26 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
One Book One Community - How Many are in the Jar? Guessing Game
Join us in the Greenwell Springs Branch Library to take a guess on how many are in the jar? Every two weeks, there will be a different item for you to take a guess on. There will be one winner every two weeks. Each winner will receive a hardcover copy of Today Is Monda......More
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Saturday April 27 9:00am - 1:30pm CDT
14th Annual Community History Festival: High School Reunion
Come out and join Pride-Chaneyville Branch Library in celebrating their 14th Annual Community History Festival—High School Reunion. The whole family will enjoy a day of FREE country fun, food, games, crafts, music and entertainment on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m.-1:......More
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Saturday April 27 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
One Book One Community - How Many are in the Jar? Guessing Game
Join us in the Greenwell Springs Branch Library to take a guess on how many are in the jar? Every two weeks, there will be a different item for you to take a guess on. There will be one winner every two weeks. Each winner will receive a hardcover copy of Today Is Monda......More
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Saturday April 27 9:00am - 1:30pm CDT
14th Annual Community History Festival: High School Reunion
Come out and join Pride-Chaneyville Branch Library in celebrating their 14th Annual Community History Festival—High School Reunion. The whole family will enjoy a day of FREE country fun, food, games, crafts, music and entertainment on Saturday, April 27 from 10 a.m.-1:......More
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Saturday April 27 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
One Book One Community - How Many are in the Jar? Guessing Game
Join us in the Greenwell Springs Branch Library to take a guess on how many are in the jar? Every two weeks, there will be a different item for you to take a guess on. There will be one winner every two weeks. Each winner will receive a hardcover copy of Today Is Monda......More
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Saturday April 27 9:00am - 9:00pm CDT
Grab & Geaux: DIY Cloud Lamp
Come to the teen desk and pick up our Grab & Geaux kit to make your own fluffy cloud lamp!
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Saturday April 27 9:00am - 10:00am CDT
Recycled Reads Sale 9:00am-9:55am
**This registration is for the 9am to 10am time slot** You may only register for one time slot. Barcode scanning apps/tools will not be allowed at this time slot. The sale will operate with certain restrictions on occupancy and the length of time available for brow......More
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Saturday April 27 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Tutoring with the Baton Rouge High School BETA Club
The Baton Rouge Magnet High School BETA Club will be offering tutoring services at the Main Library at Goodwood! Beta members will offer help for elementary, middle, and high school students. See subjects offered below. Only 60 spots are available each Saturday. Registr......More
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Saturday April 27 9:30am - 10:30am CDT
Tutoring with the Baton Rouge High School BETA Club
The Baton Rouge Magnet High School BETA Club will be offering tutoring services at the Main Library at Goodwood! Beta members will offer help for elementary, middle, and high school students. See subjects offered below. Only 60 spots are available each Saturday. Registr......More
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Saturday April 27 10:00am - 11:00am CDT
Recycled Reads Sale 10:00am-10:55am
**This registration is for the 10am to 11am time slot** You may only register for one time slot. Barcode scanning apps/tools will not be allowed at this time slot. The sale will operate with certain restrictions on occupancy and the length of time available for bro......More
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Saturday April 27 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Crows Encounters: International Corvid Appreciation Day
April 27th is International Corvid Appreciation Day. In this activity we're going to dress up like Crows, try to attract Crows to the field in front of the building with Crow Calls and peanuts, and attempt to communicate with them in meaningful ways.
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Saturday April 27 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Crows Encounters: International Corvid Appreciation Day
April 27th is International Corvid Appreciation Day. In this activity we're going to dress up like Crows, try to attract Crows to the field in front of the building with Crow Calls and peanuts, and attempt to communicate with them in meaningful ways.
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Saturday April 27 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Kids' Orchestra Presents: Gardens, Growth, and Gratitude
Music, books, gardens, bluebirds, seeds, dirt, and gratitude. With the aid of David Mamet's beautifully illustrated version of "Inch by Inch" (The Garden Song), children will explore the mysteries of nature while singing, dancing, reading, exploring musical instruments,......More
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Saturday April 27 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Kids' Orchestra Presents: Gardens, Growth, and Gratitude
Music, books, gardens, bluebirds, seeds, dirt, and gratitude. With the aid of David Mamet's beautifully illustrated version of "Inch by Inch" (The Garden Song), children will explore the mysteries of nature while singing, dancing, reading, exploring musical instruments,......More
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Saturday April 27 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Shakespeare in the Library: The Tempest ages 5-11
This interactive program will both entertain and teach children all about Shakespeare’s tale The Tempest. Join the Bard himself as he brings this story of magic and betrayal to life.
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Saturday April 27 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Recycled Reads Sale 11:00am-11:55am
**This registration is for the 11am to 12pm time slot** You may only register for one time slot. Barcode scanning apps/tools will not be allowed at this time slot. The sale will operate with certain restrictions on occupancy and the length of time available for bro......More
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Saturday April 27 12:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Recycled Reads Sale 12:00pm - 2:00pm
**No registration is required for this time slot** You may arrive and shop anytime between 12 and 2pm. Barcode scanning apps/tools WILL BE ALLOWED at this time slot. There will be a $40 spending limit. All purchases are Cash only.
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Saturday April 27 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
Saturday Science
Join us for Saturday Science, LSU's free public talk series connecting the community to science and technology. This time we’ll hear from Dr. Brett Eldred on One Model to Bind Them All: Understanding Disease Outbreaks
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Saturday April 27 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
OBOC Southern Univeristy Ag Center Food Demonstration
Come and join us for a food demonstration presented by staff from the Southern University Ag. Center! Food demonstrations will take inspiration from Tasting History. Information on food safety and healthy cooking recipes will be provided.
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Saturday April 27 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
EBRPL Small Business : Intro to WordPress
Do you need a website for your small business? EBRPL Small Business presents a beginner-friendly class on building a basic website with WordPress, an online web content management system. Come join us at the Main Library at Goodwood on Saturday, January 20 at 2 p.m.......More
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Sunday April 28 2:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
One Book One Community - How Many are in the Jar? Guessing Game
Join us in the Greenwell Springs Branch Library to take a guess on how many are in the jar? Every two weeks, there will be a different item for you to take a guess on. There will be one winner every two weeks. Each winner will receive a hardcover copy of Today Is Monda......More
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Sunday April 28 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
'Queer' History Film Series: Gen Silent
'Queer' History Film Series: An exploration into LGBTIQA+ history, influence, politics and gaiety throughout the ages. In partnership with Baton Rouge Pride, this series will feature a different film on the last Sunday of each month, continuing this month with Gen Sile......More
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Monday April 29 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
One Book One Community - How Many are in the Jar? Guessing Game
Join us in the Greenwell Springs Branch Library to take a guess on how many are in the jar? Every two weeks, there will be a different item for you to take a guess on. There will be one winner every two weeks. Each winner will receive a hardcover copy of Today Is Monda......More
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Monday April 29 3:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
Personalized Wooden Spoons on the Laser Cutter
Spring baking season has arrived! Come personalize a wooden cooking spoon on the laser cutter.
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Monday April 29 4:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
Teen Game Night!
It's Teen Game Night! Teens can come by the Pride-Chaneyville Branch Library to play any of the following games: 5-Minute Mystery, 5-Minute Dungeon, Tsuro, or Munchkin.
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Monday April 29 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
RCB Walking Club
Do you work downtown? Do you sit at a desk all day? Stretch your legs and join us on the 4th floor for a low-impact cardio workout! Most weeks we follow along with trainer Leslie Sansone's "boosted walking" program for a gentle, brisk, four-mile walk. No registration ne......More
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Monday April 29 6:00pm - 7:00pm CDT
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Tuesday April 30 9:00am - 6:00pm CDT
One Book One Community - How Many are in the Jar? Guessing Game
Join us in the Greenwell Springs Branch Library to take a guess on how many are in the jar? Every two weeks, there will be a different item for you to take a guess on. There will be one winner every two weeks. Each winner will receive a hardcover copy of Today Is Monda......More
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Tuesday April 30 10:00am - 10:30am CDT
Toddler Storytime
Walking through 2 years. Children require adult supervision. Join us for story fun! Sessions last approximately 20 minutes. Call 225-274-4460 for information.
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Tuesday April 30 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
Preschool Storytime
Ages 3-5. Children require adult supervision. New themes every week! Come enjoy! Sessions last approximately 30 minutes. Call 225-274-4460 for information.
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Tuesday April 30 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
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Tuesday April 30 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Crafting Corner
Attention Crafters! Need a time and a space to work on a project, but want to socialize too? Stuck on a project? Want an idea for a new project? Bring your tools/materials, and head on over to the conference room at Jones Creek! All crafts welcome, but please be mind......More
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Tuesday April 30 3:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Red Stick Farmers Market
Tuesday Afternoon Market Resumes The Red Stick Farmers Market is reviving its seasonal, Tuesday market at the EBR Main Library with its popular afternoon hours and a fresh atmosphere. The Red Stick Farmers Market will host a group of farmers and food artisan......More
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Tuesday April 30 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
Teen Summer Job Search
The school year will be over before you know it, so if you need a job for the summer, now's the time to get started. In this program, guest presenters from the Career Center will discuss where and how to find summer jobs, as well as providing tips for the resume and job......More
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Tuesday April 30 4:30pm - 5:00pm CDT
Rain Sticks
We will read The Weather's Bet by Ed Young and make rain sticks. Ages 6-11, limited to 8 participants.
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Tuesday April 30 5:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
3rd Annual Listen & Learn About the Opioid Epidemic
Voices of Resilience: A Community Event Sharing Stories of Hope and Recovery from Addictions Join us on Tuesday, April 30, from 5:30-8 p.m. at the Main Library at Goodwood to hear from survivors of an overdose, persons in recovery, and healthcare providers at this ......More
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Tuesday April 30 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Let's Knit Together!
Are you an enthusiastic knitter? Or would you like to learn? Join us Tuesdays at the Zachary Library. Just bring knitting needles and yarn!* *Size 6, 7, or 8 needles, and a smooth worsted weight (#4) yarn in a color you like. For more information call 225-658-1......More
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Tuesday April 30 6:00pm - 8:00pm CDT
Shrinky Dink Phone Charms
Want a cute charm for your phone? Come to Bluebonnet Library on Tuesday, April 30th at 6pm to make a phone charm using shrinky dinks and colored pencils!
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Tuesday April 30 6:30pm - 8:30pm CDT
Serger Badging Class
Take this class to learn the basics of safe serger operation on our Janome 8002D. Completion of the class and a hands-on project earns you a badge that will allow you to schedule time to use the machine whenever it is available!
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Tuesday April 30 6:30pm - 8:00pm CDT
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Tuesday April 30 6:30pm - 7:30pm CDT
Beginner's Dulcimer Classes
Let’s play the mountain dulcimer. Beginning lessons to learn to play this simple fretted musical instrument are planned for 6:00 PM on Monday, April 8 and Tuesdays, April 16, 23, and 30 at the Fairwood Regional Library. No musical background or training is necessary......More
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Wednesday May 1 All Day
Nacho's Nacho Toss Game
After reading Nacho's Nachos by Sandra Nickel, we'll make our own "nacho toss game" to take home and play! Happy Cinco de Mayo! For ages 4 - 11. While supplies last. Sorry, no groups.
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Wednesday May 1 10:30am - 11:00am CDT
May Flowers
Join us today as we read Plant the Tiny Seed, by Christie Matheson, then make a muffin cup flower. Ages 2-5
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Wednesday May 1 11:00am - 1:00pm CDT
Sensory Sensitivity Time
For our sensory sensitive patrons, any unnecessary light or sound elements will be turned off in the Children's Room. From the Children’s service desk, patrons can pick up noise-blocking headphones, sunglasses, and various fidget items to use while in the library.
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Wednesday May 1 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
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Wednesday May 1 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
We're Off to the Library! Storycraft
Join us to Celebrate Children's Book Week by reading The Library Fish by Alyssa Capucilli and then decorate your very own Imitation Leather Bookmark to take home with you! While Supplies Last. For ages 5-11. Please call 225-231-3260 for more information.
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Thursday May 2 All Day
Nacho's Nacho Toss Game
After reading Nacho's Nachos by Sandra Nickel, we'll make our own "nacho toss game" to take home and play! Happy Cinco de Mayo! For ages 4 - 11. While supplies last. Sorry, no groups.
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Thursday May 2 1:00pm - 2:00pm CDT
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Thursday May 2 1:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Crafting for a Cause
Join us to learn a new skill and connect with other adults at the Pride-Chaneyville Branch Library at 1 p.m. every Thursday for a chance to create something beautiful and enjoy the company of fellow crafters. All Skill levels are welcome. Donations of yarn, supplies or ......More
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Thursday May 2 2:00pm - 3:00pm CDT
Introduction to Microsoft Word 2016
Join us today in the computer lab to learn the basics of Microsoft Word 2016! Registration is required
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Thursday May 2 4:00pm - 6:00pm CDT
Small Business Walk-In Clinic
Come meet our Business Librarians to discuss “all things business” at the Main Library at Goodwood every Thursday from 4-6 p.m. Whether your business is still a dream, just starting out, or well-established, let us help you optimize its potential. No appointment r......More
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Friday May 3 All Day
Nacho's Nacho Toss Game
After reading Nacho's Nachos by Sandra Nickel, we'll make our own "nacho toss game" to take home and play! Happy Cinco de Mayo! For ages 4 - 11. While supplies last. Sorry, no groups.
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Friday May 3 4:00pm - 5:00pm CDT
STEM Program- Blendies!
Children will listen to Mouse Paint by Ellen Walsh and then explore symmetry and balance with a reconfigurable spinning top! With foam pieces and markers, children will design their very own top. Registration is required and supplies are limited. Ages 4 to 11. ...More
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Saturday May 4 10:30am - 11:30am CDT
Don't Forget Mom's Special Day!
After reading, The Mother’s Day Mice by Eve Bunting, children will create the most perfect long stemmed Mother’s Day Rose. Registration is required and supplies are limited. Ages 7 to 11.
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Saturday May 4 11:00am - 12:00pm CDT
Kids Orchestra: "Happy" by Pharrell Williams
Kids Orchestra focuses on percussion instruments at the library today, as we listen to Pharrell Williams' joyous song "Happy." We'll also enjoy Amanda Pratt's book Happy, based on the song. As always, children will meet professional musicians, dance, sing, and do a mult......More
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Saturday May 4 2:30pm - 4:00pm CDT
Teen Sewing : Japanese Knot Bags
Learn some beginner sewing techniques as we make a Japanese Knot Bag with our MakerSpace sewing machine.
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Saturday May 4 2:30pm - 3:00pm CDT
Mother's Day Flowers
Happy Mother's Day! We will be reading How to Raise a Mom by Jean Reagan. After the story, the children will make a foam flower bouquet that they can gift to someone special. Ages 5-11. Registration is required.
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Sunday May 5 2:00pm - 4:00pm CDT
Louisiana Short Stories
East Baton Rouge Parish Main Library is hosting a book signing Feb. 11 from 2-4 p.m. for Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge’s just released Louisiana Short Stories: An Anthology from America’s Most Storied State. The book was the culmination of ACGBR’s fall Creative A......More
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Sunday May 5 6:00pm - 7:30pm CDT
Group Tai Chi Class
Join us for hour-long Tai Chi sessions and meet friends through group practice. Together with the Tai Chi Club, we will explore the Yin and Yang of Mind-Body and find the way of nature in Tai Chi. At the end of the series you will pick up a full Tai Chi routine to pract......More