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SUMMER EXPERIENCE 2026
Grab your shovels and explorer gear ... we’re going on a prehistoric adventure this summer at your Lafourche Parish Public Library!
Our 2026 Summer Experience is headed to a library branch near you this summer for an adventure millions of years in the making: "Unearth a Story."
Just like a paleontologist brushes away dust to find a fossil, you’ll dig through our shelves to discover hidden tales and prehistoric facts, all while making new discoveries at our hands-on programs designed for explorers of all ages!
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Get ready to dig deep into history and discover the giants that once walked the earth. The excavation begins May 26 - gear up to unearth something colossal at your library!
Summer Experience 2026
Roars in Tue, May 26!
Registration
SUMMER EXPERIENCE REGISTRATION
Register for the Summer Challenge
at your branch anytime, May 26 - July 31!
Ready to roar? Your prehistoric journey this summer starts here!
Summer Experience roars in on Tue, May 26!
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Register for the Summer Challenge
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Receive your Field Guide & Participation Log
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Pick up a Calendar of Events
Head to your local branch to join our crew, pick up your log, & preview the mammoth line-up of dino-mite events waiting for you at the library this summer!
Registration continues throughout the summer - stomp in anytime to sign-up for our challenge & explore our events schedule!
SUMMER EXPERIENCE PARTICIPATION
Participation
Dig into the challenge! Track your progress & unearth prizes this summer by reading & participating in dino-mite events at the library!
How-To Dig into the Summer Challenge:​
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Mark off one box per day on your Participation Log by completing either of these daily goals:
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Read for 20 minute​s
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Attend any program
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Once you've mastered your daily mission, it's time to claim your rewards & see what treasures you've unearthed!
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Every 5 boxes marked = Milestone Prize!​
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20 boxes marked = Challenge Completion!
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40 boxes marked = Dino-Mite DOUBLE Completion!
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Summer Challenge Participation Log
Mark off one box for every day you either 1) read for 20 minutes OR 2) attend a program! Remember, only mark off one box per day!
How to Have a Dino-mite Summer @ Your Library:
Register for the Summer Challenge In-Person at All Branches Starting May 26, 2026
Visit any LPPL branch to register for our Summer Challenge starting May 26! Register for the challenge, receive your Field Guide & Participation Log, & pick up a calendar of events.
Dig In &
Read Books,
Attend Programs, Track Your Progress, & Earn Prizes
Track your Summer Experience adventures on your Participation Log by marking off one box for every day you either 1) read for 20 minutes OR 2) attend a program. Mark only one box per day!
Master Your Daily Mission, Claim Your Rewards, & Complete the Summer Challenge
Earn a milestone prize for every 5 boxes that you mark on your log. Complete the challenge by marking off 20 boxes. Mark off 40 boxes for a Dino-Mite Double Completion!
HOW TO EXPLORE: PROGRAMS
Program Types
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​​No Registration - Stomp on in! These programs have no limit on the number of participants that may attend.
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Registration Required - Programs with an *asterisk require you to secure entry to the event by registering at lafourche.librarycalendar.com. Registration opens one week before the new month begins.
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Limited Capacity - Programs with (L) have limited capacity with only enough space and supplies for the number of explorers indicated in parentheses. Entry to these programs is first come, first served. Doors to these programs open 10 minutes before the scheduled start time.
Ready to join our summer expedition? Here is your Field Guide to our three program types:
Be on the lookout for these three program types on all Summer Experience materials so you’ll be prepared to unearth the fun this summer!
SUMMER EXPERIENCE WEEKLY THEMES
Weekly Themes
Prepare for a new themed expedition every week of Summer Experience!
Join us for programs, crafts, performances, workshops, and more as we explore different prehistoric worlds, animals, and archaeological wonders.
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Week 1: Welcome to the Dino Age (May 26-30)
Week 2: Mighty Meat Eaters & Plant Eaters (Jun 1-6)
Week 3: Dino Detectives (Jun 8-13)
Week 4: Giants of the Land, Sea, & Sky (Jun 15-20)
Week 5: Baby Dinos & Family Life (Jun 22-27)
Week 6: Dino Adventures Around the USA (Jun 29 - Jul 2)
Week 7: Archaeology & Ancient Civilizations (Jul 6-11)
Week 8: Dinos in Pop Culture (Jul 13-18)
Week 9: The Great Extinction Mystery (Jul 20-25)
Week 10: Dinos Forever! (Jul 27-31)
Kick-Offs
STOMP INTO SUMMER: KICK-OFF CELEBRATIONS
Stomp into a summer of dino-mite fun with our Summer Experience Kick-Off Celebrations!
Join us for a colossal bash celebrating the start of a summer of roar-some fun and get a first look at the prehistoric adventures waiting for you this summer!
Bayou Blue Branch: Dino Dig Fun
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Tue, May 26 at 3 PM - Stomp into summer with our official kick-off bash featuring stomp-endous games, music, and treats ... plus, a surprise visit from a special prehistoric pal you won’t want to miss!
Choctaw Branch: Welcome to the Dino Age
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Wed, May 27 at 1 PM - Stomp and roar into a summer of fun at our kick-off celebration! Young paleontologists will master the Dino Toss, create their own clay dinosaur, and go on a tactile adventure with our sensory bins and dino-print walk!
Gheens Branch: Stomp into Summer
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Tue, May 26 at All Day - Stomp, roar, and explore your way through an epic summer at the library! Get ready to “Unearth a Story” with dino-sized activities, pre-historic crafts, and adventures for the whole family.
Larose Branch: Welcome to the Dino Age
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Tue, May 26 at 1 PM - Get ready for a roaring good time! Dig into prehistoric games, dino-sized activities, and a craft that’s truly fossil-tastic. Stomp by the library and see what epic fun you can unearth!
Lockport Branch: Summer Experience Kick-Off Party
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Tue, May 26 at 1 PM - It’s time to hatch a summer of fun! We’re celebrating the first day of Summer Experience with a colossal party. Stomp by for prehistoric treats like cake and snowballs, then stick around for dino-themed crafts and games!
Raceland Branch: Dino Scavenger Hunt
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Tue, May 26 at 2:30 PM - Unleash your inner explorer as you hunt for bones at our summer kick-off event! Track down the hidden bones scattered throughout the library to piece together a T-Rex-cellent cardboard dinosaur skeleton.
South Lafourche Branch: Dino-Palooza
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Tue, May 26 at All Day - Set off on a prehistoric quest through six epic dino-themed stations as you gear up to Unearth a Story this summer. It’s going to be a colossal celebration - stomp by to conquer the activities and register for a summer of adventure!
Thibodaux Branch: Dino Games
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Tue, May 26 at 2 PM- Get ready for a stomp-endous start to summer with a line-up of prehistoric play! Dash through our stations packed with roar-some games and activities, as well as ancient stories & adventures. Then refuel with some delicious “dino-bites!”
Big Dig
THE BIG DIG: WEEKLY SUMMER SPECIALS
Dig into a summer of fun with the Big Dig!
Each week features a brand new, themed interactive adventure packed with hands-on activities, games, & unique discoveries for paleontologists of all ages.
WEEK OF 6/1: MIGHTY MEAT EATERS & PLANT EATERS
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
Dinolympics: Race against the clock in a series of fun challenges to be crowned the Dinosaur Olympics champs!
South Lafourche Branch
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Larose Branch
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Bayou Blue Branch
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Thibodaux Branch
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Lockport Branch
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Choctaw Branch
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Raceland Branch
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Gheens Branch
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WEEK OF 6/9: DINO DETECTIVES
Fossils Dig: Will your team be the first to unearth an entire dinosaur skeleton? Dig for dino bones & explore fun facts!
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
South Lafourche Branch
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Larose Branch
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Bayou Blue Branch
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Thibodaux Branch
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Lockport Branch
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Choctaw Branch
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Raceland Branch
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Gheens Branch
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WEEK OF 6/15: GIANTS OF THE LAND, SEA, & SKY
How Giant Were They?!: Explore how we measure up against prehistoric giants through a series of interactive, larger-than-life challenges & activities!
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
South Lafourche Branch
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Larose Branch
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Bayou Blue Branch
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Thibodaux Branch
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Lockport Branch
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Choctaw Branch
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Raceland Branch
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Gheens Branch
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WEEK OF 6/22: BABY DINOS & FAMILY LIFE
Dino Egg-stravaganza: Get ready for some egg-streme fun playing games that explore the wild world of baby dinos!
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
South Lafourche Branch
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Larose Branch
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Bayou Blue Branch
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Thibodaux Branch
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Lockport Branch
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Choctaw Branch
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Raceland Branch
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Gheens Branch
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WEEK OF 6/29: DINO ADVENTURES AROUND THE USA
Under the Sea Glow Bash: “Glow” back in time & dive into the world of prehistoric sea monsters that once ruled the deep at this glow party celebrating America’s 250th birthday!
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
South Lafourche Branch
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Larose Branch
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Bayou Blue Branch
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Thibodaux Branch
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Lockport Branch
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Choctaw Branch
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Raceland Branch
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Gheens Branch
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WEEK OF 7/6: ARCHAEOLOGY & ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS
Dinotopia Game: Race against time in an action-packed strategy game to collect every artifact and resource for each dinosaur group before the volcano erupts!
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
South Lafourche Branch
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Larose Branch
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Bayou Blue Branch
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Thibodaux Branch
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Lockport Branch
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Choctaw Branch
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Raceland Branch
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Gheens Branch
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WEEK OF 7/13: DINOS IN POP CULTURE
All-Star Dino Red Carpet Party: Step into the spotlight as we roll out the red carpet to celebrate the most famous prehistoric legends of all time!
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
South Lafourche Branch
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Larose Branch
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Bayou Blue Branch
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Thibodaux Branch
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Lockport Branch
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Choctaw Branch
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Raceland Branch
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Gheens Branch
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WEEK OF 7/20: THE GREAT EXTINCTION MYSTERY
Daring Dino Detectives Escape Room: Put your problem-solving skills to the test as you tackle prehistoric puzzles to rescue your dinosaur before the meteor strikes!
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AGE GROUP: Ages 4+
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PROGRAM TYPE: Limited to the first 6 participants per session
South Lafourche Branch
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Larose Branch
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Bayou Blue Branch
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Thibodaux Branch
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Lockport Branch
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Choctaw Branch
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Raceland Branch
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Gheens Branch
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Peformances
PREHISTORIC PERFORMANCES
Watch history come to life before your eyes with this summer's Prehistoric Performances!
These energetic shows will delight explorers of all ages, so bring the entire family to unearth a new adventure with the library.
LA Snake ID
LA Snake ID
LA Snake ID
LA Snake ID
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LOUISIANA SNAKE ID WORKSHOP
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
Discover the secrets of our local snakes in this hands-on session with Louisiana Snake ID designed to teach snake safety, dispel common myths, and highlight the ecological importance of our scaly neighbors.
Raceland Recreation - 241 Recreation Dr, Raceland, LA
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Tue, Jun 9 at 10 AM
South Lafourche Branch - 16241 E Main St, Cut Off, LA
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Tue, Jun 9 at 2:30 PM
Animal Tales
Animal Tales
Animal Tales
Animal Tales
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ANIMAL TALES: FOSSILS ALIVE
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
Come face-to-face with live animals whose ancestors walked with the dinosaurs in this hands-on adventure with Animal Tales that ends with an opportunity to touch a real-life creature!
Cut Off Youth Center - 205 W 79th St, Cut Off, LA
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Tue, Jun 30 at 10 AM
Raceland Recreation - 241 Recreation Dr, Raceland, LA
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Tue, Jun 30 at 1 PM
WJ Harang Auditorium- 310 N Canal Blvd, Thibodaux, LA
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Tue, Jun 30 at 3:30 PM
Harvey Rabbit
Harvey Rabbit
Harvey Rabbit
Harvey Rabbit
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HARVEY RABBIT AND FRIENDS
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
Join Harvey Rabbit and friends for an energetic, nostalgic, fun-filled show featuring magic, music, and comedy that will have the whole family laughing!
Raceland Recreation - 241 Recreation Dr, Raceland, LA
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Tue, Jul 14 at 10 AM
South Lafourche Branch - 16241 E Main St, Cut Off, LA
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Tue, Jul 14 at 2 PM
WJ Harang Auditorium- 310 N Canal Blvd, Thibodaux, LA
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Wed, Jul 15 at 2 PM
Dinosaur Experience
Dinosaur Experience
Dinosaur Experience
Dinosaur Experience
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DINOSAUR EXPERIENCE
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
Go on a prehistoric adventure with Dinosaur Experience's Ranger Martin as he brings dinosaurs to life in an action-packed show filled with "roaringly" awesome surprises, including the opportunity to touch a dinosaur!
Raceland Recreation - 241 Recreation Dr, Raceland, LA
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Tue, Jul 21 at 10 AM
Larose Civic Center - 307 E 5th St, Larose, LA
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Tue, Jul 21 at 1 PM
South Lafourche Branch - 16241 E Main St, Cut Off, LA
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Tue, Jul 21 at 3:30 PM
Dinosaur George
Dinosaur George
Dinosaur George
Dinosaur George
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DINOSAUR GEORGE
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
Explore ancient history with this immersive traveling museum of dinosaur skulls and fossils. This hands-on journey with Dinosaur George will spark wonder and inspire your inner paleontologist!
WJ Harang Auditorium- 310 N Canal Blvd, Thibodaux, LA
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Wed, Jul 22 at 9 AM - 6 PM
Story Times
ROAR & READ SUMMER STORY TIMES
Stomp, chomp, roar, & read at our Roar & Read Summer Story Times!
At our Roar & Read Story Times, themed tales come to life with hands-on activities & crafts designed to spark imagination & keep every explorer moving!
Summer Story Time
Summer Story Time
Summer Story Time
Summer Story Time
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SUMMER STORY TIME SCHEDULE
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AGE GROUP: All Ages
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
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​Bayou Blue: Mondays at 11 AM
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Choctaw: Thursdays at 10 AM
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Gheens: Mondays at 2 PM
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Larose: Wednesdays at 10:30 AM
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Lockport: Thursdays at 10:30 AM
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Raceland: Tuesdays at 2 PM
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South Lafourche: Tuesdays at 10:30 AM
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Thibodaux: Wednesdays at 11:15 AM
DINO DISCOVERY LAB: PARK RANGER SERIES
Discovery Lab
Unearth the secrets of the past through hands-on explorations with the experts in the Dino Discovery Lab!
Join local National Park Rangers for a series of interactive adventures that transform ancient history into a total blast. Dig deep, discover, and bring the prehistoric world back to life!
ROCKIN' THE ROCK CYCLE
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AGE GROUP: Ages 6-11
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PROGRAM TYPE: *Registration required starting May 24.
Rock and roar with Park Ranger Allyn Rodriguez as she leads you on a journey through the million-year-old rock cycle! Join the adventure for a smashing geode activity and a rocky interactive game that turns geology into a total blast.
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Lockport: Wed, Jun 17 at 10 AM
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South Lafourche: Thu, Jun 18 at 10 AM
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Thibodaux: Tue, Jun 16 at 10 AM
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AMMONITE ADVENTURE
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AGE GROUP: Ages 6-11
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PROGRAM TYPE: *Registration required starting May 24.
Dive into the deep past with Park Ranger Allyn Rodriguez to unearth the secrets of extinct cephalopods and craft your own realistic models of these tentacled ancient wonders!
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Lockport: Wed, Jul 22 at 2 PM
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South Lafourche: Wed, Jul 15 at 2 PM
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Thibodaux: Wed, Jul 8 at 2 PM
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Art Workshops
ANCIENT ART-WORKS: GUEST ARTIST SERIES
Craft creative creations inspired by the wonder & beauty of the past with guest artists at Ancient Art-Works!
Join talented guest creators for a series of immersive workshops that transform history into modern masterpieces. Dig deep, discover unique textures, intricate patterns, and the art of hand-crafted treasures, and bring the ancient world back to life through your own unique art!
FOIL-O-SAURUS ART LAB WITH JESSICA DUET
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AGE GROUP: Ages 6-11
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PROGRAM TYPE: Limited to the first 25 participants per session
Get ready to roar with creativity! Craft eye‑catching dinosaur and prehistoric animal mosaics using foil paper. Learn how simple shapes and textures come together to create dazzling artwork that sparkles like ancient treasure in this workshop with Jessica Duet.
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​Lockport: Mon, Jun 22 at 2 PM​
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South Lafourche: Mon, Jun 15 at 2 PM​
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Thibodaux: Tue, Jun 23 at 2 PM​
WIRE STONE PENDANT WITH KATIE CHERAMIE
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AGE GROUP: Ages 13+
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PROGRAM TYPE: Limited to the first 18 participants per session
Transform stones into a wearable masterpiece! Choose your favorite stones and master the art of wire-wrapping to craft a one-of-a-pendant that’s truly rock-solid. You’ll leave with a custom necklace that’s a reflection of your personal style in this workshop with Katie Cheramie!
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​Lockport: Mon, Jul 13 at 2 PM​
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South Lafourche: Mon, Jul 6 at 2 PM​
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Thibodaux: Tue, Jul 7 at 2 PM​
DINO FOSSIL NECKLACE WITH RUSTY BOUVIER
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AGE GROUP: Ages 6-11
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PROGRAM TYPE: Limited Capacity (Limits noted below)
Unleash your inner paleontologist with local artist Rusty Bouvier as you press fossils into clay and master color-marbling to create stone-like pendants.
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​B.Blue: Wed, Jul 22 at 10 AM
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(L25) 25 participant limit
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Choctaw: Tue, Jul 21 at 2 PM
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(L25) 25 participant limit​
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Gheens: Wed, Jul 22 at 2 PM
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(L15) 15 participant limit​
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Larose: Thu, Jul 23 at 2 PM
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(L25) 25 participant limit​
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Lockport: Mon, Jul 20 at 10 AM
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(L25) 25 participant limit
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Raceland: Mon, Jul 20 at 2 PM
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(L25) 25 participant limit​
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S.Lafourche: Thu, Jul 23 at 10 AM
Fri, Jul 24 at 2 PM-
(L25) 25 participant limit​
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Thibodaux: Tue, Jul 21 at 10 AM
Fri, Jul 24 at 10 AM-
(L25) 25 participant limit
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ZENTANGLE THE PAST WITH RUSTY BOUVIER
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AGE GROUP: Ages 12-17
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PROGRAM TYPE: Limited to the first 25 participants per session
Master the art of the zentangle with Rusty Bouvier! Relax and recharge in this dinosaur-themed zentangle workshop as you explore pattern, shading, and design. You’ll leave with a bold, prehistoric masterpiece of your own.
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​Lockport: Thu, Jul 2 at 1 PM​
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South Lafourche: Thu, Jul 2 at 10 AM​
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Thibodaux: Tue, Jun 30 at 10 AM​
EXPERT EXCAVATIONS: GUEST WORKSHOP SERIES
Guest Workshops
Dig into diverse discoveries & skills with guest specialists with our Expert Excavations workshops!
Unearth a world of new skills with our visiting experts! Join us for a variety of unique sessions led by community specialists, where every program offers a fresh perspective and a new find to unearth. There is a dino-mite discovery waiting for every explorer at these special events!
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STRONG SKILLS FOR STRONG KIDS
WITH NICOLE M. BOURGEOIS
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AGE GROUP: Ages 8-12
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
Dig into the tools you need to handle big feelings and build dino-mite friendships! Through interactive games and hands-on activities, explorers will unearth helpful strategies for home and school. Join us for this 90 minute workshop to build your confidence and leave with new skills you can use every day!
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​B.Blue: Wed, Jun 24 at 10 AM​
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Choctaw: Mon, Jun 22 at 10 AM​
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Gheens: Tue, Jun 16 at 10 AM​
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Larose: Wed, Jun 17 at 2 PM​
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Lockport: Tue, Jun 16 at 2 PM​
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Raceland: Wed, Jun 24 at 2 PM​
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S.Lafourche: Wed, Jun 17 at 10 AM​
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Thibodaux: Wed, Jun 22 at 2 PM​
LIFE SKILLS FOR REAL LIFE
WITH NICOLE M. BOURGEOIS
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AGE GROUP: Ages 13-17
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
Unearth the moves you need to navigate everyday situations and handle life’s challenges with confidence in this 90 minute workshop! Teens will discover smart strategies to handle everyday situations from avoiding social drama to interacting with adults without getting into trouble. Join us to learn savvy habits for the digital world and find out how to build rock-solid relationships that will stand the test of time.
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​B.Blue: Wed, Jul 8 at 10 AM​
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Choctaw: Mon, Jul 6 at 10 AM​
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Gheens: Tue, Jul 14 at 10 AM​
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Larose: Thu, Jul 16 at 2 PM​
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Lockport: Wed, Jul 14 at 2 PM
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Raceland: Wed, Jul 8 at 2 PM​
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S.Lafourche: Thu, Jul 16 at 10 AM​
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Thibodaux: Mon, Jul 6 at 2 PM​
SNACK ATTACK SQUAD: FACT, FICTION, & FLAVOR!
WITH LSU AG CENTER
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AGE GROUP: Ages 8+
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PROGRAM TYPE: No Registration
Level up your food game! This interactive event with LSU Ag breaks down the real nutrition essentials (minus the boring stuff), busts popular food myths you definitely hear online, and hooks you up with easy recipes you can make without stress - or fancy chef skills. We’ll also share chill meal‑planning hacks to help you fuel your day without the “what do I eat?!” drama. Come for the food facts, stay for the fun vibes.
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​B.Blue: Thu, Jul 2 at 11 AM​
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Choctaw: Mon, Jun 29 at 2 PM​
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Gheens: Wed, Jul 1 at 2 PM​
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Larose: Tue, Jun 30 at 11 AM​
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Lockport: Wed, Jul 1 at 11 AM
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Raceland: Thu, Jul 2 at 2 PM​
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S.Lafourche: Tue, Jun 30 at 2 PM​
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Thibodaux: Mon, Jun 29 at 11 AM​
STEM-A-PALOOZA: A SUMMER OF DISCOVERY & INNOVATION WITH BAYOU STEM
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AGE GROUP: Ages 6-8 or Ages 9-11
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PROGRAM TYPE: Registration required here.
Get ready for Bayou STEM’s hands‑on 2-hour camp adventures with engineering challenges, creative problem‑solving, and high‑energy STEM fun. Students will build, experiment, and explore as they discover what it means to think like an innovator.
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B.Blue: July 13-16 at 1-3 PM
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Grades 4-6 (Ages 9-11)
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Choctaw: June 15-18 at 1-3 PM
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Grades 1-3 (Ages 6-8)
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Larose: July 6-9 at 1-3 PM
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Grades 1-3 (Ages 6-8)
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Lockport: June 8-11 at 1-3 PM
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Grades 4-6 (Ages 9-11)
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Raceland: Jun 29-Jul 2 at 10 AM - 12 PM
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Grades 1-3 (Ages 6-8)
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S.Lafourche: June 22-25 at 1-3 PM
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Grades 4-6 (Ages 9-11)
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Thibodaux: Jun 29-Jul 2 at 1-3 PM
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Grades 4-6 (Ages 9-11)
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THE FOSSIL FILES: ESCAPE ROOM ADVENTURES
Escape Rooms
Crack the codes and unearth the past with Fossil Files: Escape Room Adventures!
Your team will work together to solve secret puzzles, decode hidden messages, & find the clues needed to complete your mission. Join us to put your problem-solving skills to the test and see if you have what it takes to make your great escape!
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SECURE THE HISTORY SITE! ESCAPE ROOM
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AGE GROUP: Ages 8+
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PROGRAM TYPE: Limited to the first 6 participants per session
Your favorite hangout is on the brink of extinction! Gather your team to unearth long-buried clues and solve peculiar puzzles needed to prove its importance and save the site before time runs out.
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​Bayou Blue: Date TBA​
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Choctaw: Date TBA
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Larose: Date TBA
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Lockport: Date TBA
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Raceland: Date TBA
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South Lafourche: Date TBA
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Thibodaux: Date TBA
THE GALACTIC DINO MISSION ESCAPE ROOM
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AGE GROUP: Ages 8+
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PROGRAM TYPE: Limited to the first 6 participants per session
Help Alvin, a crash-landed alien paleontologist, prove to his home planet that dinosaurs actually existed! Decode ancient clues and solve puzzles to build an ultimate evidence file to help your new extraterrestrial friend return home before time runs out.
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​Bayou Blue: Date TBA​
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Choctaw: Date TBA
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Larose: Date TBA
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Lockport: Date TBA
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Raceland: Date TBA
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South Lafourche: Date TBA
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Thibodaux: Date TBA
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DARING DINO DETECTIVES ESCAPE ROOM
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AGE GROUP: Ages 4+
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PROGRAM TYPE: Limited to the first 6 participants per session
Race against time to solve prehistoric puzzles and save your favorite little dino before the meteor strikes! Work together with your crew to think fast, crack the codes, and save your prehistoric buddy from extinction.
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​Bayou Blue: Date TBA​
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Choctaw: Date TBA
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Larose: Date TBA
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Lockport: Date TBA
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Raceland: Date TBA
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South Lafourche: Date TBA
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Thibodaux: Date TBA
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Characters
COLOSSAL CREW: CHARACTER ENCOUNTERS
Come face-to-face with famous friends and make mammoth memories at our Colossal Crew Character Encounters!
Get ready for a legendary encounter this summer with our Colossal Crew! From storybook superstars to prehistoric pals, you never know which iconic figure you might unearth at the library. Join us for these special meet-and-greet sessions to snap a photo, share a high-five, and get up close with your favorite friends!
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Closing Celebrations
SUMMER STOMP OUT!: CLOSING CELEBRATIONS
Go out with a roar at our Summer Stomp Out Closing Celebrations!
We’re wrapping up a "stomp-endous" summer season by celebrating all your reading achievements and summer discoveries with one final prehistoric bash. Join your fellow explorers for games, treats, and plenty of "dino-mite" fun as we officially stomp out the summer in style!
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Take & Make Crafts
TAKE AND MAKE: DIG-IN & DESIGN KIT
Bring the excitement of the dig home with our Take & Make: Dig-In & Design Kits!
Each bag is packed with all the supplies you need to create your own prehistoric masterpieces at home. Stop by the library to grab your kit and start your very own creative excavation!
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We provide the ideas and supplies for you to craft at home!
Stop by your local branch to pick up your Take and Make kit to make a craft at home.
New crafts for a variety of ages are put out every Monday at all branches. Crafts are available throughout the week, while supplies last. Come inside the library to get your crafts!
SUMMER EXPERIENCE FAQS
FAQs
Q: How do I register for Summer Experience programming?
A: Most of our programming this summer does NOT require registration! However, for the few programs that do require registration, registration opens ONLINE ONLY at lafourche.librarycalendar.com one week before the start of the month.
Q: Can I count eBooks toward my reading this summer?
A: Absolutely! Any & all reading that you do this summer counts toward your summer reading goals, whether it is physical books, eBooks, graphic novels, magazines, & more.
Q: How much does it cost to attend library events during the summer?
A: No matter what time of year, there is absolutely NO COST to attend our events! In addition, all materials for our arts & crafts workshops are provided unless otherwise specified (this is why we have to require registration for some programs.) We are proud to be one of the top providers of free family fun in our parish, so come out and enjoy this summer!
Q: Are we too late? Can we still register for Summer Experience?
A: You register for Summer Experience at any point throughout the summer, but the sooner you register, the more prizes you can earn by meeting & logging your daily goal. Stop in when it is convenient for you any time starting May 26 through July 31 to register for the Summer Challenge & pick up your participation log!
Sponsors
SUMMER EXPERIENCE SPONSORS
Summer Experience 2025 is supported by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by the RAC.
Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment of the Arts and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation.
Thank you to Sonic, Raising Cane's, Small Sliders, Off the Hook, Smoothie King, Jimmy Johns, Five Guys, and The Cake Shop for providing summer prizes!
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