LIBRARY CARD MEMBERSHIP MONTH
Since 1987, Library Card Sign-Up (Membership) Month has been held each September to mark the beginning of the school year. During the month, the American Library Association and libraries unite in a national effort to ensure every child signs-up for their own library card. And it's not just for kids - adults are welcome to sign-up for a library card, as well!
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Throughout the year, public librarians and library staff assist parents and caregivers with saving hundreds of dollars on educational resources and services for students. From free access to STEAM programs/activities, educational apps, in-person and virtual homework help, technology workshops to the expertise of librarians, a library card is one of the most cost effective back to school supplies available.
How much money can you save? Visit our Library Value Calculator to total your savings.
LIBRARIES - MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE!
Autobots, roll out ... to the library!
Whether you’re upgrading your skills, scouting for knowledge and information, or connecting with other heroic readers, a library card is your key to an arsenal of resources.
Spark your creativity as a builder or programmer by tinkering in your library’s makerspace; mine the library’s stacks and databases for new stories and adventures; kickstart your critical thinking skills to defeat the Decepticons of misinformation lurking online. Hitting the road? Use your library card to fuel your mind with books, e-books, audiobooks, adventure kits, and more.
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ALA is teaming up with multiplatform entertainment company Skybound Entertainment and leading toy and game company Hasbro to encourage people to roll out to their libraries with the TRANSFORMERS franchise, featuring Optimus Prime, as part of Library Card Sign-Up Month in September.
HOW TO CELEBRATE THIS SEPTEMBER
During September, we are celebrating all of our library card members, whether you are just joining us or have been a loyal library lover for years!
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When you visit our branches this month and either register for your first LPPLibrary card or upgrade your current card to our new system for free, you will receive the following members-only perks, while supplies last:
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LPPL Official Member Button
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Sonic Coupon
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Name in Prize Drawing
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If you are a library card member who previously upgraded your card to our new system, all you have to do is come in and check out during the month of September to receive these perks!
READY TO GET YOUR LIBRARY CARD?
Want to become a LPPLibrary cardholder? Visit any of our branches or apply for a card online here! Visit our Get a Library Card page for more information about Lafourche Parish Public Library card membership.