Rapides Parish Library, Main

06/25/2026

🐉🎲 Adventure Awaits—Dungeons & Dragons at the Library! 🎲🐉

Gather your party, grab your dice, and prepare for adventure! ⚔️✨

Join us at Main Library for D&D Fridays, where heroes are forged, legends are born, and every roll of the dice could change your fate. Whether you're battling monsters, solving mysteries, exploring ancient ruins, or forging unlikely alliances, there's an adventure waiting for you. 🏰🐲

No experience? No problem! New and experienced players alike are welcome to join the quest.

🎲 Create unforgettable stories
⚔️ Embark on epic adventures
🐉 Battle monsters and overcome challenges
🤝 Team up with fellow adventurers

Whether you're a seasoned dungeon crawler or brand new to the world of Dungeons & Dragons, this is the perfect opportunity to jump into a world of imagination, strategy, and fun.

📍 Main Library
📅 Friday, June 26
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

📞 Contact 318-445-2411 for more information.

Roll for initiative and let the adventure begin! 🎲🐉⚔️

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06/24/2026

🐰🎉 HARVEY RABBIT & FRIENDS ARE COMING TO MAIN LIBRARY! 🎉🐰

Get ready for laughter, music, and family fun as Harvey Rabbit & Friends hop into Main Library this Friday morning! 🎭✨

📍 Main Library
📅 Friday
⏰ 10:00 AM

🐰 Favorite characters
🤣 Big laughs
🎶 Interactive entertainment
💚 Fun for the whole family

Bring the kids and join us for one of the biggest highlights of Summer Reading!

Can't make our show? No problem! Visit www.rpl.org to view the full Harvey Rabbit & Friends tour schedule and find another show near you.

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06/24/2026

🫖🇺🇸 Tea Time at Main Library! 🇺🇸🫖

As we celebrate America's 250th birthday, join us for a fascinating look back at one of the most famous events in American history—the Boston Tea Party!

Learn about the historical context that helped shape a nation and discover how a protest in Boston Harbor became a turning point on the road to independence.

📚 Brief historical presentation
🫖 Learn about the Boston Tea Party
🇺🇸 Celebrate America's 250th anniversary
✨ Explore a pivotal moment in history

📍 Main Library
📅 Friday, July 3
⏰ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

⚠️ Registration is required as space is limited:
https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=337979

📞 For more information, call 318-445-2411.

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06/23/2026

🌟📚 DOUBLE THE READERS, DOUBLE THE CELEBRATION! 📚🌟

Let's hear it for Ember and Elise Williamson, who have BOTH read over 1,000 minutes in our Plant a Seed, Read Summer Reading Program! 🎉🐝🌻

What an incredible accomplishment! Their dedication, enthusiasm, and love of reading are helping our Summer Reading garden bloom. 🌱📖✨

📚 1,000+ minutes read
🌟 Amazing reading milestones
🐝 Helping our reading swarm grow
🎉 Readers worth celebrating

We are so proud of Ember and Elise for reaching this fantastic goal and inspiring other young readers to keep turning pages all summer long!

Keep up the amazing work! 💚📚🌻

📱 Join Summer Reading:
https://rpl.beanstack.com/reader365

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06/22/2026

🌟🎉 We Have a Stellar Reader! 🎉🌟

A huge congratulations to Amelia, one of our amazing Summer Reading participants at Main Library! 📚✨

Amelia recently earned a Stellar Prize, and we couldn't be more excited to celebrate her reading success! 🚀⭐

📖 Reading goals achieved
🌟 Stellar Prize earned
🚀 Reaching for the stars
💚 Inspiring others to keep reading

We're so proud of Amelia and all of our Summer Reading participants who are making this summer shine one page at a time!

Keep up the fantastic work, Amelia! 🌟📚✨

📱 Join Summer Reading:
https://rpl.beanstack.com/reader365

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06/22/2026

🎨🖌️ Art Is Life! 🖌️🎨

Ready to get inspired, get creative, and bring your imagination to life?

Join local artist Alice McBride for an exciting acrylic painting class where you'll learn fun techniques, explore bold colors, and create your own unique masterpiece in a welcoming and encouraging environment! ✨🌈

Whether you're picking up a paintbrush for the first time or you're already an experienced artist, this class is the perfect opportunity to relax, have fun, and unleash your creativity.

🎨 Learn acrylic painting techniques
🌈 Experiment with color and design
🖌️ Create your own masterpiece
💛 Enjoy a fun and supportive atmosphere
✨ Learn from local artist Alice McBride

Art is all about self-expression, creativity, and having fun—and this class is the perfect place to do all three!

📍 Main Library
📅 Thursday, July 2
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

⚠️ Registration is required and space is limited!

🎟️ Register today:
https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=330650

📞 For more information, call 318-445-2411.

Grab your spot and get ready for a colorful, creative experience you won't want to miss! 🎨✨

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06/22/2026

✍️📚 Come Write With Us! 📚✍️

Whether you're working on a novel, crafting poetry, writing short stories, or simply looking for inspiration, Come Write is the perfect place to nurture your creativity! 🌟

Join fellow writers at Main Library for our monthly creative writing session, where you'll have the opportunity to respond to writing prompts, work on a project in progress, and share your work with others in a supportive and encouraging environment. 💚

✍️ Explore creative writing prompts
📖 Make progress on your current project
🤝 Share your work and receive feedback
🌟 Connect with fellow writers

Writers of all experience levels are welcome! Whether you're just getting started or have been writing for years, you'll find inspiration, encouragement, and community.

📍 Main Library
📅 Tuesday, June 23
⏰ 4:30 PM – 5:45 PM

📞 Contact 318-445-2411 for more information.

Bring your notebook, your laptop, or just your imagination—and come write with us! ✍️✨📚

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06/22/2026

06/22/2026

🌱🎨 Garden Stones—Create & Celebrate Summer Reading! 🎨🌱

Celebrate Summer Reading 2026: Plant a Seed, Read! with a fun and creative craft at Main Library! 🌼📚✨

Join us as we transform simple ceramic tiles into beautiful, personalized garden stones that will add a splash of color and creativity to your garden, flower bed, porch, or home décor. 🌿💚

🎨 Design your own unique creation
🌱 Express your creativity
🌼 Add personality to your garden or home
✨ Take home a one-of-a-kind keepsake

Whether you paint flowers, insects, bright patterns, inspirational messages, or something completely original, your garden stone will be uniquely yours!

⚠️ Supplies are limited—registration is required.
🔗 https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=310689

📍 Main Library
📅 Tuesday, June 23
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM

📞 Register online or call 318-445-2411 with questions.

Come get creative, celebrate Summer Reading, and let your imagination grow! 🌱🎨🌻

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06/21/2026

🐦🌿 Pinecone Bird Feeder Craft! 🌿🐦

Do you love watching birds visit your yard? Join us at Main Library for a fun, hands-on craft where you'll create your very own pinecone bird feeder to attract feathered friends right outside your window! ✨

Using simple materials and a little creativity, you'll make a tasty treat that local birds will love while learning more about the wildlife around us. 🐦🌱

🐤 Create your own bird feeder
🌿 Learn about local birds and nature
🎨 Enjoy a fun, creative activity
🏡 Take home a project birds will love

This is the perfect activity for nature lovers, young crafters, and families looking to add a little extra life to their outdoor spaces! 🌞✨

📅 Choose the date that works best for you:

📍 Main Library
🗓️ Monday, June 22
⏰ 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM

📍 Main Library
🗓️ Saturday, June 27
⏰ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

⚠️ Allergy Warning: Peanut butter will be used.
⚠️ Registration is required as space is limited.
🔗 https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=311095

📞 Contact 318-445-2411 for more information.

Come get creative and make something the birds will love! 🐦💚🌿

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