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10/31/2026

Happy Friday Everyone! The weekend is here again and that means it's time for your quick and easy look at everything going on next week at your Lafayette Public Libraries! This week, we're highlighting our FUN, varied, and welcoming Book Clubs! As always, please share Share SHARE everywhere so that we can let EVERYONE know about all that LPL has to offer!

10/30/2026

Jessica Tassin, Naturalist from the Acadiana Park Nature Station visited North Regional Library on Thursday, October 22. She had a fun and informative presentation for the children in attendance including many things for them to see and touch! The children learned about all sorts of animals and plants found in Acadiana, and everyone was eager to visit the Nature Station this fall! To check out what's happening at your neighborhood Lafayette Public Library, stop by and pick up a BookTalk newsletter. You can also view BookTalk as well as check our comprehensive event calendar at lafayettepubliclibrary.org.

10/30/2026

Staff from across our libraries dressed up for Halloween! Can you spot your favorite staff member in their costume?

Thanks to all that participated!

10/30/2026

Learn valuable skills to navigate the digital world throughout the month of November at one of LPL’s upcoming computer classes. Classes are open to adults 18 and over. Level up with LPL! Registration is required and spaces are limited. To register, or for a full listing of LPL classes and events, visit lafayettela.libcal.com.

10/30/2026

As Election Day (Tuesday, November 3) draws near, we want to remind you that many Lafayette Public Library locations will serve as polling places.

East Regional and South Regional libraries both serve as polling sites. They will be open on Tuesday with normal library services.

The Duson Branch will be closed on Election Day; Butler Memorial Branch will be closed November 2 - 4 and will reopen on Thursday, November 5 at 4:00 pm. Visit our website for up-to-date information.

10/29/2026

Makerspace Open Access time allows patrons to explore and experiment as they independently work on projects of their choosing. One-to-one assistance and self-guided online tutorials are available for most applications. Visit lafayettepubliclibrary.org/services/makerspace for more information and upcoming makerspace events.

10/29/2026

Join us in the Makerspace to learn the basics of creating, cutting, and applying vinyl sticker designs using Silhouette Studio and a Cameo Vinyl Cutter! Seats are limited and registration is required. Registration is open now. Register at https://lafayettela.libcal.com/event/17434903 ASAP to reserve your seat.

10/29/2026

What says Thanksgiving better than . . . tie-dye turkeys?? Join us at West Regional in Scott to brighten up your Thanksgiving decor (and possibly create a unique new family tradition) with tie-dye turkeys. Space is limited and registration is required. Register HERE: https://lafayettela.libcal.com/event/17587437

10/29/2026

Join us this November for Storytime at Milton Branch Library! Begin your child’s literacy education with a star-studded lineup of storytelling, music, fingerplays, and other activities.

10/28/2026

Join us at the North and East Regional libraries throughout the month of November for Family Storytime — a storytime designed to be inclusive of all ages and families. No registration required. Visit lafayettepubliclibrary.org for a full listing of storytimes and much, much more!

Address

301 W Congress St
Lafayette, LA
70501

Telephone

(337) 261-5787

Website

http://lafayettepubliclibrary.org/

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