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February 2012 Events

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Bayou Blue

For Children Storytime and Craft Monday, February 6, 10:30 a.m. Storytime Monday, February 13, 10:30 a.m. Storytime Monday, February 27, 10:30 a.m. For Tweens and Teens Tween and Teen Valentine's Day Craft Thursday, February 2, 3:00 p.m. Tween and Teen Wii Bowling Friday, February 10, 1:00 p.m. Refreshments provided. For Adults St. Catherine's Grief Support Seminar each Wednesday in February, 2:00 p.m. *Computer Classes Wednesday, February 1, 10:30 a.m. "Introduction to Computers" Wednesday, February 8, 10:30 a.m. "Introduction to Computers" Wednesday, February 15, 10:30 a.m. "Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010" Adult Craft Thursday, February 9, 10:30 a.m. "Valentine Pins" Movie Matinee Thursday, February 9, 2:00 p.m. "I Love Lucy"

Choctaw

For Children Storytime Thursday, February 2, 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 14, 11:00 a.m. "Valentine's Day" Tuesday, February 28, 11:00 a.m. "Library Fun" Children's Dental Health Month Thursday, February 2, 11:00 a.m. Dental health information and toothbrushes will be given out Fancy Nancy Tea Party Thursday, February 9, 4:45 p.m. Ages 3 and up. Children are invited to dress "fancy." A simple craft will be made. Refreshments served Library Birthday Club Wednesday, February 15, 5:00 p.m. Children ages who are celebrating their first through 10th birthday are invited. Small gifts and treats will be given to birthday boys and girls. Children's pictures will be taken for the library's digital picture frame. Library Lovers' Appreciation Day Thursday, February 16, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Stop by for a sweet treat Kids Kraft Wednesday, February 22, 1:00 p.m. Ages 4 and up. "Marble Mazes" LEGO Creationary Thursday, February 23, 4:45 p.m. Ages 5 and up For Tweens and Teens *Teen / Tween Art Workshop Wednesday, February 8, 4:30 p.m. Ages 10 and up. "Sweet Treats"Register at the desk. Library Lovers' Appreciation Day Thursday, February 16, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Stop by for a sweet treat Teen Movie Afternoon Friday, February 24, 1:00 p.m. Ages 13 and up. Teens will choose which movie to watch. Refreshments will be served For Adults Adult Valentine Craft Monday, February 6, 10:30 a.m. *Computer Class Monday, February 6, 2:00 p.m. "Introduction to the Internet." Register at the desk. Library Lovers' Appreciation Day Thursday, February 16, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. Stop by for a sweet treat.

Golden Meadow

For Children Storytime Tuesday, February 7, 10:30 a.m. "Let's Be Friends" Thursday, February 9, 4:00 p.m. "Will You Be My Valentine" Thursday, February 23, 4:00 p.m. "Ready, Set, Brush" For Tweens and Teens Teen Wii Games Thursday, February 2, 4:00 p.m. Teen Program Thursday, February 16, 4:00 p.m. For Adults Scrapbooking Friday, February 10, 1:00 p.m. *Computer Class Thursday, February 16, 1:00 p.m.

Larose

For Children Alphabet Soup Story Hours Stories, games, and crafts for infants and children through Pre-K Thursday, February 2, 10:30 a.m. "Be My Valentine" Thursday, February 9, 10:30 a.m. "Let's Be Friends" Thursday, February 16, 10:30 a.m. "Hail, Your Majesty" To celebrate the Mardi Gras season, the Larose Branch Library is hosting a Mardi Gras parade for preschoolers at 10:30 a.m. on Thursday, February 16. Children are invited to dress in costume and bring beads to throw to parade spectators. Children can also ride in decorated wagons, or "floats," during the parade. Community members are invited to attend. For children's safety, no motorized vehicles are allowed in the parade. For more information, call the library at 693-3336. Thursday, February 23, 10:30 a.m. "Wiggle Tooth" Afternoon Story Hours Stories and songs for school-aged children Thursday, February 2, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, February 9, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, February 16, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, February 23, 4:30 p.m. For Tweens and Teens Wiitime Wiimers Tuesday, February 7, 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. Friendly Wii competition for those ages 12 to 15 Tween Wii Program Tuesday, February 28, 4:30 p.m. Friendly Wii competition for those ages 11 and under For Adults *Larose Cuttin Ups Scrapbooking Tuesday, February 14, 1:00 - 6:00 p.m. Complete a layout in remembrance of someone you love All materials provided; just bring a picture. Call 693-3336 to register *Computer Classes Wednesday, February 8, 1:00 p.m. "Introduction to Computers" Wednesday, February 22, 1:00 p.m. "Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010" Wednesday, February 29, 1:00 p.m. "Introduction to the Internet and Email" Call 693-3336 to register. Senior Strikers Monday, February 6, 10:00 a.m. Monday, February 27, 10:00 a.m. Wii bowling for seniors

Lockport

All Ages Second Annual Amateur Photography contest The Lockport Branch Library is hosting its second annual Amateur Photography Contest. The contest is open to people of all ages. Participants may enter two photos that are a minimum of 5" x 7" or a maximum of 8" x 10". The entries must be the entrant's own work, and winning photos from other contests should not be submitted. Photos must be appropriate for a general audience. Photo entries, along with a completed entry form, are due no later than March 31. Entry forms are available at the library. Prizes will be awarded, and winners will be announced during National Library Week in April. Krewe of Once Upon a Time Preschool Children's Parade Thursday, February 16, 10:30 a.m. The parade will be held at Lockport's Bayou Side Park. Children are invited to dress in costume and bring beads to throw to spectators. Children can also ride in decorated wagons, or "floats," during the parade. Community members are invited to attend. For children's safety, no motorized vehicles are allowed. For more information, call the library at 532-3158. Movie Matinee Thursday, February 23, 1:30 p.m. For Children Storytime Thursday, February 2, 10:30 a.m. "Dino Mania" Thursday, February 23, 10:30 a.m. Krewe of Once Upon a Time Preschool Children's Parade Thursday, February 16, 10:30 a.m. The parade will be held at Lockport's Bayou Side Park. Children are invited to dress in costume and bring beads to throw to spectators. Children can also ride in decorated wagons, or "floats," during the parade. Community members are invited to attend. For children's safety, no motorized vehicles are allowed. For more information, call the library at 532-3158 *Craft Program for Children of all Ages Thursday, February 9, 4:00 p.m. Children are invited to make a Mardi Gras craft and Valentine craft. All supplies provided. Registration is required to ensure enough supplies for all children attending. To register, call 532-3158. For Tweens and Teens Wii Games for Tweens and Teens Wednesday, February 29, 1:30 p.m. For Adults Scrapbooking Memories Saturday, February 4, 1:30 p.m. For scrapbookers of all levels. Bring your own supplies, or use the library's Wii Social Wednesday, February 8, 1:30 p.m. Enjoy Wii games with other adults *Computer Classes Tuesday, February 13, 5:00 p.m. Tuesday, February 27, 5:00 p.m. Learn how to use a computer and about the computer programs available at the library. Call 532-3158 to register or for more information. *Scrapbooking Memories Wednesday, February 15, 5:30 p.m. All supplies provided. Call 532-3158 to register

Raceland

For Children Storytime and Craft Thursday, February 2, 10:30 a.m. "Teeth" Mardi Gras Craft Wednesday, February 8, 4:30 p.m. Hershey's Chocolate Bugs Valentine Craft Thursday, February 9, 4:30 p.m. Storytime and Craft Thursday, February 16, 10:30 a.m. For Tweens and Teens Mardi Gras Craft Wednesday, February 8, 4:30 p.m. Hershey's Chocolate Bugs Valentine Craft Thursday, February 9, 4:30 p.m. Valentine Card Craft Monday, February 13, 4:30 p.m. Teen's Choice Wii Wednesday, February 22, 4:00 p.m. Tween's Choice Wii Wednesday, February 29, 4:00 p.m. For Adults *Computer Class Friday, February 10, 11:00 a.m. "Introduction to Computers" Call 537-6875 to register Raceland Readers Book Club Wednesday, February 15, 2:00 p.m. iPhone Class Monday, February 27, 2:00 p.m. Call 537-6875 for more information

South Lafourche

For Children BabyTime Wednesday, February 1, 10:00 a.m. Story hour for children ages 0 to 24 months Storytime Tuesday, February 7, 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, February 14, 10:30 a.m. Krewe des Petites Enfants Preschool Children's Parade Friday, February 17, 10:30 a.m. Children are invited to dress in costume and bring beads to throw to spectators. Children can also ride in decorated wagons, or "floats," during the parade. Community members are invited to attend. For children's safety, no motorized vehicles are allowed. For more information, call the library at 632-7140. Children's Afternoon Craft Tuesday, February 28, 5:30 p.m. For Tweens and Teens Teen and Tween Games Saturday, February 11, 1:30 p.m. Tween and Teen Craft Saturday, February 11, 2:30 p.m. For Adults Adult Craft Wednesday, February 8, 10:30 a.m. *Computer Classes Thursday, February 9, 5:30 p.m. "Introduction to the Internet." Call 632-7140 to register. Thursday, February 16, 5:30 p.m. "Introduction to Email." Call 632-7140 to register. Thursday, February 23, 5:30 p.m. "Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010." Call 632-7140 to register. Genealogy Volunteer Interest Group Thursday, February 9, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Join others with an interest in genealogy Quilting Club Saturday, February 11, 9:00 a.m. Veterans Memorial District Meeting Thursday, February 16, 5:00 p.m. Bingo Friday, February 24, 10:00 a.m.

Thibodaux

For All Krewe of Bookworms Preschool Children's Parade Wednesday, February 15, 10:00 a.m. The parade will be held at the Warren J. Harang Municipal Auditorium in Thibodaux. Children are invited to dress in costume and bring beads to throw to spectators. Children can also ride in decorated wagons, or "floats," during the parade. Community members are invited to attend. For children's safety, no motorized vehicles are allowed. For more information, call the library at 447-4119. New Movie Madness Thursday, February 23, 4:00 p.m. King Fu Panda 2 Black History Month Trivia Contest Wednesday, February 29, 4:30 p.m. For Children Storytime Wednesday, February 1, 10:30 a.m. "Ocean Commotion" Wednesday, February 8, 10:30 a.m. "Show Your Smile" with Dr. Sara Guidry Monday, February 13, 5:30 p.m. "Be My Valentine" Wednesday, February 22, 10:30 a.m. "Duck for President" Wednesday, February 29, 10:30 a.m. "The Color of Us" *Kids Craft Monday, February 6, 4:00 p.m. Ages 5 to 11. Call 447-4119 to register LapTime Thursday, February 9, 10:30 a.m. "Animals" Krewe of Bookworms Preschool Children's Parade Wednesday, February 15, 10:00 a.m. The parade will be held at the Warren J. Harang Municipal Auditorium in Thibodaux. Children are invited to dress in costume and bring beads to throw to spectators. Children can also ride in decorated wagons, or "floats," during the parade. Community members are invited to attend. For children's safety, no motorized vehicles are allowed. For more information, call the library at 447-4119 LapTime Thursday, February 23, 10:30 a.m. "Shapes" New Movie Madness Thursday, February 23, 4:00 p.m. King Fu Panda 2 Black History Month Trivia Contest Wednesday, February 29, 4:30 p.m. For Tweens and Teens *Tween Craft Thursday, February 9, 4:00 p.m. Call 447-4119 to register Teen Anti-Valentine's Day Party Tuesday, February 14, 5:30 p.m. *Teen Craft Thursday, February 16, 4:00 p.m. Manga Drawing Group Saturday, February 18, 2:00 p.m. Ages 12 and up. New Movie Madness Thursday, February 23, 4:00 p.m. King Fu Panda 2. Bookends Tween Book Club Monday, February 27, 5:00 p.m. teenreads. Teen Book Club Online Facebook Chat Tuesday, February 28, 4:00 p.m. Black History Month Trivia Contest Wednesday, February 29, 4:30 p.m. Black History Month Trivia Contest Wednesday, February 29, 4:30 p.m. For Adults *Computer Classes Thursday, February 2, 10:30 a.m. "Introduction to Computers." Call 447-4119 to register Thursday, February 9, 10:30 a.m. "Introduction to Microsoft Word 2010." Call 447-4119 to register Friday, February 10, 10:30 a.m. "OverDrive eBook Downloading." Call 447-4119 to register Thursday, February 16, 10:30 a.m. "Introduction to the Internet." Call 447-4119 to register Friday, February 17, 10:30 a.m. "Resume Writing with Microsoft Word 2010 and Career Cruising." Call 447-4119 to register Thursday, February 23, 10:30 a.m. "Introduction to Email." Call 447-4119 to register LIB LUV Book Club Friday, February 3, 1:00 p.m. Pillars of the Earth Researching Slave Ancestry Saturday, February 4, 1:30 p.m. Join Patty Whitney, the director of the Bayou History Center, for a discussion on how to research slave ancestry *Basic Genealogy Assistance Tuesday, February 7, 12:00 p.m. Get help researching your family tree. Call 447-4119 to register Board Game Night Tuesday, February 7, 5:00 p.m. African American Writers in Louisiana's Literary History Wednesday, February 8, 5:00 p.m. Join Frederick Staidum for a discussion of a look at African American writers throughout Louisiana's history Board Game Night Tuesday, February 14, 5:00 p.m. Science Fiction Book Club Saturday, February 18, 2:00 p.m. New Movie Madness Thursday, February 23, 4:00 p.m. King Fu Panda 2 Banned Books Club Saturday, February 25, 2:00 p.m. Anne Frank: The Diary of a Young Girl *Adult Craft Monday, February 27, 5:00 p.m. Board Game Night Tuesday, February 28, 5:00 p.m. Black History Month Trivia Contest Wednesday, February 29, 4:30 p.m.

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