2019 St. Charles Parish Summer Reading Event Guide

2019

SUMMER EVENT GUIDE www.myscpl.org/summer

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What’s Inside Library Hours & Locations East Regional Library

160 West Campus Dr. Destrehan, LA 70047 (985) 764-2366 Monday - Thursday: 9 am - 8 pm Friday - Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm Sunday: Closed

Norco Branch

590 Apple St. Norco, LA 70079 (985) 764-6581 Monday - Friday: 9 am - 5 pm Saturday - Sunday: Closed

St. Rose Branch

90 East Club Dr. St. Rose, LA 70087 (504) 465-0646 Monday: 10 am - 8 pm Tuesday - Thursday: 10 am - 6 pm Friday: 9 am - 5 pm Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm Sunday: Closed

West Regional Library & Planetarium 105 Lakewood Drive Luling, LA 70070 (985) 785-8471 Monday - Thursday: 9 am - 8 pm Friday - Saturday: 9 am - 5 pm Sunday: Closed

Hahnville Branch

14996 River Rd. Hahnville, LA 70057 (985) 783-2341 Monday - Friday: 9 am - 5 pm Saturday - Sunday: Closed

Paradis Branch

307 Audubon St. Paradis, LA 70080 (985) 758-1868 Monday: 10 am - 8 pm Tuesday - Thursday: 10 am - 6 pm Friday: 9 am - 5 pm Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm Sunday: Closed

Library Holidays May 27 – Closed for Memorial Day July 3 – All locations close at 5 pm July 4 – Closed for Independence Day

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Special Guests pg. 6

Kick-off Events pg. 7

Adults pg. 8

Teens pg. 10

Children pg. 13

Did you know?

Library cards are free to those who live, work, go to school, or own property in St. Charles Parish!

Download the MySCPL App. Find events, find books, and log the minutes you spend reading for the Summer Reading Program!

Search for St. Charles Parish Library in any app store.

Thank you, Friends!

We’d like to say thank you to the Friends of the St. Charles Library for their continued support of the St. Charles Parish Library Summer Reading Program.

The Friends of the St. Charles Library is a group of volunteers who help support, advocate, and raise funds for the St. Charles Parish Library.

They use funds raised to support library programming for all ages.

Summer @ the Library Not Just for Kids . . .

Spending summer at the library is a great way to help students’ reading skills stay sharp while school is out. Studies show that students who read during the summer have an easier time transitioning back to school in the fall.

Children and teens have an abundance of opportunities at the library, from attending exciting shows by performers who travel around the country to creating unique crafts limited only by their imagination.

Adults are not left out of the summer fun! For adults, summer at the library is a time to try new types of books and attend presentations and workshops hosted by special guests and talented library staff.

Parents, spending summer at the library is a way to spend quality time with your children. Read to them or let them read to you – sign up each member of your family and reach your reading goals together! Listening to audiobooks, being read to, and attending storytime counts too.

There will be weekly raffles for children and teens and grand prizes at the end of the summer reading program for all age groups.

We have six library locations plus a bookmobile, and your library card works at all of them. If the book you want isn’t at your location, we can send it over from another branch.

Your library card also works online. We have thousands of downloadable books, magazines, and audiobooks – all for free with your library card!

To find out how you can join the Friends of the St. Charles Library, call Communications Librarian Lauren Pitz at 985-764-2366.

@stcharleslib Connect with us online.

All events are free and open to the public.

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R Event Registration Events requiring registration have R beside the title.

Registration opens 14 days prior to the event date.

Register through our event calendar at www.myscpl.org or call/visit any library location.

Wait list and no-shows Add your name to the wait list if an event is full!

If you can’t make it, call us or cancel online so those on the wait list can be called.

Registered spots will be held for 10 minutes.

Wait list registrants will then be admitted, space permitting.

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Sign up. Read. Win! Summer Reading Programs Summer Reading Programs for adults, teens, and children begin Thursday, May 23rd.

SIGN UP online at www.myscpl.org/summer or at any library location. Keep track of what you READ over the summer by logging minutes online or on our paper reading log. Read 360 minutes by July 31st to finish the program, receive your completion prize, and become eligible to WIN one of the grand prizes.

Prizes will be available between June 1st and August 31st.

Attending Events All library programs and events are free and open to the public!

Some programs have age requirements, and others may require registration. Check this event guide or online at www.myscpl.org for more information.

Registering Online Some events have a limited number of seats and require registration. Register online at www.myscpl.org. Registration opens 14 days prior to the event’s date. If you need assistance registering, please call or visit any library location.

Groups We welcome groups! Please call in advance so we can accommodate your group more easily.

Unattended Children Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver at all times. Please see our “Policy on Unattended Children” available at all library locations and online.

Planetarium

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Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Moon landing with us every Tuesday and Thursday evening in July with CAPCOM GO! Doors open 15 minutes before each public show. Come early and try to stump our Planetarium Supervisor with questions about our universe.

The St. Charles Parish Library is one of only a handful of libraries across the globe with a planetarium. Since its opening in 1977 at the West Regional Library, our planetarium has entertained and educated thousands of people about the wonders of our universe.

Evening Showings

Children’s Matinees

Saturday Matinees

Tuesdays & Thursdays at 6:30 PM For adults, teens, & older children.

Saturdays at 10 AM For all ages.

Saturdays at 2 PM For adults, teens, & older children.

June

June

June

Seeing!

Don’t Duck, Look Up!

SpacePark 360

Seeing is believing as you travel with a photon of light across space, from a distant star to your eye.

Meet Dudley Duck on his first day outside on the farm. Explore the sky and more.

Just Don’t Duck, Look Up!

Travel across the solar system to ride in roller coasters, tumble in tumblers, and more in SpacePark360.

July

July

July

CAPCOM GO!

One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure

SpacePark 360: Infinity

We are “go” to launch with the Apollo missions to the Moon. Be immersed in teh Apollo story with CAPCOM GO!

Join Elmo and Big Bird as they explore the night sky in One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure.

Experience thrills and chills on SpacePark360: Infinity. Ride on nine different rides across the solar system and beyond.

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Special Guests

Matt Noel: The MagicYo-Yo Crescent Circus

The Crescent Circus is a husband-wife duo who fuse their expertise in magic and circus arts to deliver a one-of-a-kind experience.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. July 17 at 2:30 PM WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. July 17 at 6:00 PM PARADIS BRANCH Thu. July 18 at 10:30 AM ST. ROSE BRANCH Thu. July 18 at 2:30 PM

Didgeridoo Down Under Drum Roll Please with LadyChops

Elizabeth Vidos, aka LadyChops, incorporates over 15 different instruments including buckets, body percussion, and the Cajun rubboard in her one-woman show. Drum Roll Please is energetic, interactive fun!

NORCO BRANCH Mon. June 3 at 2:30 PM EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. June 3 at 6:00 PM WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Tue. June 4 at 10:30 AM HAHNVILLE BRANCH Tue. June 4 at 2:30 PM

Johnette Downing

Johnette Downing serves up a gumbo of toe-tapping, two-stepping tunes, stirred with a passion for sharing her rich Louisiana culture with children. There will be plenty of opportunities to sing and dance along.

NORCO BRANCH Mon. June 17 at 10:30 AM HAHNVILLE BRANCH Mon. June 17 at 2:30 PM WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Tue. June 18 at 10:30 AM EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Tue. June 18 at 2:30 PM

Hampstead Stage Company Live!

Stories in the Stars

Crescent Circus Didgeridoo Down Under

Didgeridoo Down Under is a high-energy, Australia-themed show that combines music, culture, science, comedy, motivational speaking, and audience participation.

NORCO BRANCH Thu. July 11 at 10:30 AM ST. ROSE BRANCH Thu. July 11 at 2:30 PM HAHNVILLE BRANCH Fri. July 12 at 10:30 AM WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Fri. July 12 at 2:30 PM

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Soar through the stars in this compilation of Greek Myths! Travel the night sky and explore various constellations and legends that tell why they are in the sky.

ST. ROSE BRANCH Thu. June 13 at 2:30 PM WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. July 22 at 2:30 PM

The Jungle Book

Embark on an adventure in the jungle with Mowgli, Baloo the Bear, and Bagheera the black panther as the Jungle Book comes to life through puppets and masks.

PARADIS BRANCH Thu. June 13 at 10:30 AM EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. July 22 at 6:00 PM

LadyChops Joyful Noise

June is African-American Music Appreciation Month. Since 1979, the month of June has been set aside to appreciate the musical contributions of African American musicians, composers, singers, and songwriters. Focusing on the “Spirituals,” the choir of the Rising Star Baptist Church of LaPlace will perform a few selections in celebration. A short video clip will be shown to highlight Juneteenth.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. June 12 at 6:45 PM

These special events are for all ages!

Kick-off Events

Johnette Downing Matt Noel: The Magic Yo-Yo

The Magic Yo-Yo, Matt Noel, artfully brings his stage show to audiences using magic, yo-yos, juggling, and comedy.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Thu. June 27 at 10:30 AM ST. ROSE BRANCH Thu. June 27 at 2:30 PM NORCO BRANCH Fri. June 28 at 10:30 AM WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Fri. June 28 at 2:30 PM

Melon Songs with Philip Melancon

Local entertainer Philip Melancon will play a multitude of musical instruments while singing silly songs to get everyone dancing.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Tue. July 30 at 10:30 AM PARADIS BRANCH Tue. July 30 at 2:30 PM

Secret Agent Magic Show

Super spy magician James Wand’s magical show includes clues, secret codes, and lots of magic as the audience helps him on a topsecret mission.

PARADIS BRANCH Thu. June 20 at 10:30 AM ST. ROSE BRANCH Thu. June 20 at 2:30 PM

East Regional Library Space Jam

West Regional Library Summer Kick-Off

Kick off the Summer Reading Program at our Space Jam! Register for the summer reading program while playing games, enjoying refreshments, and taking fun photos.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. May 23 from 1:30 - 3:30 PM

Have a summer that’s out of this world at the library! Join us for crafts, video games, popcorn, and more. Registration stations will be set up to sign up for the reading program.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. May 23 from 1:00 - 4:00 PM

Norco Branch Let’s Rocket into Summer!

Paradis Branch Universe Kick-Off Party

Explore the newly opened Norco Branch. We’ll sing along with Staci Gray at 10:30 AM and have fun and games all day. It’s a whole new universe!

NORCO BRANCH Fri. May 24 from 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Sign up for the Summer Reading Program while having fun at space stations creating a glow-in-the-dark item and other challenges.

Bring a t-shirt and use our glow-in-the-dark paint to create an out-of-this-world scene.

Complete your galaxy experience by making your own edible asteroid.

PARADIS BRANCH Wed. May 29 from 3:00 - 5:00 PM

St. Rose Branch Infinity and Beyond!

We’re having an afternoon of out-of-thisworld fun! Enjoy games, crafts, and activities of a galactic proportion while signing up for the Summer Reading Program.

ST. ROSE BRANCH Wed. May 29 from 2:00 - 4:00 PM

The Singing Zoologist Build your kids’ scientific confidence and curiosity with Lucas Miller’s STEM-tastic, multimedia presentations, featuring dazzling visuals, smart songwriting, laugh-out-loud comedy, and accurate science!

PARADIS BRANCH Mon. June 24 at 2:30 PM EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. June 24 at 6:00 PM

The Singing Zoologist

Songs with Staci Gray Help us kick-off the first Summer Reading Program at the new Norco Branch with Staci Gray! She will get the whole family dancing, singing, and being silly with original music.

NORCO BRANCH Fri. May 24 at 10:30 AM

Special Guests

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Events for Adults

Marbleized Painting R

After Hours & Special Events

Mirror, Mirror R

(Registration begins Fri. May 17)

Library Comic-Con® Return of the Comic-Con®! Dust off your best character costume and celebrate everything comics, superheroes, and pop-culture. There will be crafts, panels, discussions, local artists, and vendors. For all ages.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. July 6 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Local Authors Showcase Let’s celebrate the authors that we have in our community! We will feature authors who write in a variety of genres. Talk with local authors and discover your next favorite book.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. July 27 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Lunar Landing Anniversary The eagle has landed. July 20 is the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. We are celebrating with special Planetarium presentations, virtual reality, crafts, activities, games, and hands-on science. For all ages.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. July 20 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

(Registration begins Fri. May 24)

Arts & Crafts Anti-Gravity Galaxy in a Bottle Create your own stress-relief by making an anti-gravity galaxy in a bottle.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. June 12 at 2:00 PM

Art Class R Local art teacher Kristie Gough will lead this hands-on art workshop for teens and adults.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Mon. July 15 at 10:30 AM (Registration begins Mon. July 1)

Comics Workshops R Join comic book artist Becca Hillburn for a week of comics workshops about drawing, inking, creating zines, and more. For ages 8 and up.

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We will create unique bookmarks using some exciting techniques.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. June 24 at 6:00 PM (Registration begins Mon. June 10)

Paint Party R Join us for fun and art this summer as we host a paint party with local artist Kelly Bourgeois (of Studio KB) to paint an out-of-this-world scene!

Only register for one Paint Party–the same painting will be featured at both.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. June 22 at 11:00 AM (Registration begins Sat. June 8)

PARADIS BRANCH Sat. July 13 at 11:00 AM (Registration begins Sat. June 29)

Fill these creative hours by choosing from a variety of items to craft your own special oneof- a-kind design. For all ages.

NORCO BRANCH Thu. July 25 at 11:30 AM

Crafters Circle R This lively St. Rose community is your place to discover, create, and connect using arts & crafts every month.

ST. ROSE BRANCH Mon. June 17 at 6:00 PM: Space Bracelets Mon. July 15 at 6:00 PM: Starry Light Bulb (Registration begins Mon. July 1)

Flying Needles This knitting and crocheting group is open to anyone wanting to learn a new craft or share talents. For both the beginner and the more experienced crafters.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Tuesdays at 5:00 PM May 28 & June 4, 11, 18, 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Adult

Out-of-This-World Bookmarks R

Craft-A-Palooza

(Registration begins Mon. June 3)

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(Registration begins Fri. June 28)

Mirror, mirror on the wall, whose decorative touch will be the most beautiful of all? Today we will create a beautiful mirror for your home.

NORCO BRANCH Fri. June 7 at 12:00 PM

Bad Art Night R Come make BAD ART! Forget about your piece of art being perfect–in fact, leave your good taste at home and use your creativity to make the worst piece of art you can. The most dreadful creation will be awarded a prize. Bad art and craft supplies will be provided, but feel free to bring some of your own.

For ages 16 and up.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Fri. May 31 at 7:00 PM

Come, create, and marble paint! There’s no talent needed here–creating a beautiful design is easy.

NORCO BRANCH Fri. July 12 at 12:00 PM

Painting Twists R Painting Twists is a monthly event for adults who have a crafty side. Every month we will get together for a different painting or craft.

PARADIS BRANCH Mon. June 24 at 5:15 PM: Galaxy on Canvas (Registration begins Mon. June 10)

Mon. July 15 at 5:15 PM: Galaxy Umbrella (Registration begins Mon. June 30)

Food & Cooking Cookbook Book Clubs

Enjoy camaraderie and cuisine. Everyone chooses a recipe from a selected cookbook and prepares it for the next meeting. Join anytime!

PARADIS BRANCH Fri. June 14 at 11:00 AM Fri. July 12 at 11:00 AM EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. June 17 at 6:00 PM Mon. July 15 at 6:00 PM

Intro to Keto Have you heard people talking about the keto diet and wanted to know more? A keto or ketogenic diet is a very low-carb diet, which can help you burn fat more effectively. Learn the basics of the diet from Sandra O’Brien, who has over 40 years of experience as an educator.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Mon. June 3 at 10:30 AM ST. ROSE BRANCH Mon. July 22 at 6:00 PM

Game Night @ the Library Looking for some Friday night fun? Spend the evening at the library as we play traditional board & card games and learn some new ones.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Fri. June 21 at 6:00 PM Fri. July 19 at 6:00 PM

Health & Wellness All Levels VinyasaYoga Registered yoga teacher Sara Lyon will guide you through a series of invigorating movements combined with with breath, focus, and mindful meditation. Participants must be able to get up and down off the floor. Please bring a yoga mat.

In partnership with Creative Family Solutions.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mondays at 6:00 PM June 3, 10, 17, 24 July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Registration opens 14 days prior to events.

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Learn how to protect yourself and develop the awareness and self-confidence necessary to avoid danger or respond to any situation. We will cover risk reduction strategies and selfdefense techniques. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. Presented by the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office. For ages 12 and up.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. May 30 at 6:00 PM PARADIS BRANCH Tue. June 18 at 2:30 PM ST. ROSE BRANCH Wed. June 26 at 10:30 AM WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. July 10 at 10:30 AM

Gardening Fun Help us work in our community garden!

Weather permitting. For all ages.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Tue. June 18 at 10:00 AM Tue. July 16 at 10:00 AM

Mythology Creation Myths Join us for an entertaining evening to learn about the creation of the universe through mythology. Chay Lemoine is a writer and adjunct professor at Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. He is originally from St. Rose, Louisiana.

ST. ROSE BRANCH Mon. June 24 at 6:00 PM

WritingYour Life R Join local educator Lynn Thompson to learn how to write your life! Writing your life story can be a very rewarding experience.

This eight-week workshop will help you bring your best memories and family stories to life.

You will use guided exercises from Writing Your Life by Mary Borg to take a journey through your memories to record them for generations to come.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thursdays at 10:00 AM (Registration begins Thu. May 23)

June 6, 13, 20, 27 July 11, 18, 25 & Aug 1

Gardening Workshops

Games

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Self-Defense for Women and Teenage Girls

LSU AgCenter’s André Brock will present two gardening workshops this summer.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Tue. June 11 at 10:30 AM: Edible Landscapes Tue. July 9 at 10:00 AM: Attracting Hummingbirds to Your Garden

Meaningful Meditation R Ready to release stress and relax? To be more focused and centered? Learn the basics of meditation with D’vora Power, a registered nurse and emotional freedom techniques practitioner. Dress comfortably.

NORCO BRANCH Thu. June 27 at 12:00 PM (Registration begins Thu. June 13)

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. June 27 at 6:00 PM (Registration begins Thu. June 13)

Literary Book Discussion Groups ST. ROSE BRANCH Wed. June 12 at 11:00 AM The Catcher in the Rye by J. D. Salinger Wed. July 10 at 11:00 AM Nomadland by Jessica Bruder EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. June 19 at 6:30 PM Mudbound by Hillary Jordan Wed. July 17 at 6:30 PM I Am, I Am, I Am by Maggie O’Farrell

Registration opens 14 days prior to events.

Movies & Music APOLLO 13:The Real Story

No one would believe the story if it hadn’t happened. How close was the truth in the film adaptation? Let’s explore this universe and see.

NORCO BRANCH Thu. June 20 at 12:00 PM

Gravity Join us for a thrilling presentation of Gravity, a movie about two astronauts who have to work together to survive after an accident leaves them stranded in space. Rated PG-13 ST. ROSE BRANCH Mon. July 8 at 6:00 PM WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. July 31 at 2:00 PM

Music with Philip Melancon Local musician Philip Melancon will entertain us with the songs that we know and love while sharing stories and jokes. Philip Melancon is a performer and songwriter who performs throughout the New Orleans area.

NORCO BRANCH Thu. June 13 at 11:00 AM

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Events for Teens After Hours & Special Events Goosebumps: Camp Nightmare Lock-In R REGISTER ONLINE TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT! REGISTRATION BEGINS MAY 1!

Enter the mysterious Camp Nightmare during our 9th Annual Teen Lock-in!

For those entering 7th grade – age 17.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. June 8 at 8pm – Sun. June 9 at 6am

Arts & Crafts

Constellation String Art R Use a wooden board, nails, and string to make a glow-in-the-dark constellation work of art.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Fri. July 5 at 2:00 PM (Registration begins Fri. June 21)

Registration opens 14 days prior to events.

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Teen Art Class R Local art teacher Kristie Gough is back again this summer to lead hands-on fine art workshops! All supplies will be provided.

ST. ROSE BRANCH Tue. June 18 at 4:00 PM (Registration begins Tue. June 4)

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. June 20 at 2:00 PM (Registration begins Thu. June 6)

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Fri. June 21 at 2:30 PM

Laser Tag Party

(Registration begins Fri. June 7)

Come play laser tag in the library after hours!

NOLA Games on Wheels will set up a laser tag arena inside the library after we close.

For ages 8-18.

ST. ROSE BRANCH Sat. June 29 from 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Library Comic-Con® Return of the Comic-Con ! Dust off your best character costume and celebrate everything comics, superheroes, and pop-culture. There will be crafts, panels, discussions, local artists, and vendors. For all ages.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. July 6 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM ®

Lunar Landing Anniversary The eagle has landed. July 20 is the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. We are celebrating with special Planetarium presentations, virtual reality, crafts, activities, games, and hands-on science. For all ages.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. July 20 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Video Game Truck After Hours Drop in for a turn in the gaming truck for this after-hours event! Play your favorite familyfriendly, multi-player video games in a luxury, limo-style, air conditioned theater on wheels!

For ages 8-18.

ST. ROSE BRANCH Sat. July 27 from 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM

PARADIS BRANCH Thu. July 11 at 4:00 PM

Galaxy Umbrella R Let’s create a portable galaxy. We will decorate the inside of umbrellas to show near and far galaxies.

PARADIS BRANCH Thu. June 20 at 4:00 PM (Registration begins Thu. June 6)

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Mon. July 15 at 10:30 AM (Registration begins Mon. July 1)

NORCO BRANCH Wed. July 24 at 2:30 PM (Registration begins Wed. July 10)

Uniquely sticky, creatively tricky! Glue Art–what will you design?

NORCO BRANCH Wed. June 12 at 2:30 PM (Registration begins Wed. May 29)

Out-of-This-World Light Switches Put a little galaxy in your room. We will decorate light switch and outlet plates, turning them into mini glow-in-the-dark galaxies.

PARADIS BRANCH Thu. June 13 at 4:00 PM

Patriotic Wreath R They’re red, white, and blue all over! Create your own mini-wreath.

NORCO BRANCH Wed. June 19 at 2:30 PM (Registration begins Wed. June 5)

Create a galaxy or space rock magnet.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. July 22 at 2:00 PM

Teen

(Registration begins Thu. June 27)

Glue Art R

Space Rock Magnets

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College Prep ACT Practice Test R Warm up for the ACT and find out how you would score. Get realistic practice and try your hand at the types of questions you’ll face on the actual exam. You’ll receive a personalized score report pinpointing your strengths and weaknesses.

Register by calling 504-826-8406 OR Email InfoNO@Review.com.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. June 29 at 9:30 AM (Register anytime for this event.)

Teen events are for ages 12 – 18 unless otherwise noted.

Comics

D.I.Y.

Join Becca Hillburn for a week of comics workshops leading up to our Library ComicCon®! Becca, a Luling native, is a comic book artist and illustrator with a MFA from the Savannah College of Art and Design.

For ages 8 and up.

Let it shine! Create an artful candle holder with glass stones.

NORCO BRANCH Wed. July 3 at 2:30 PM

DIY Zines and MiniComics R Learn the basics of assembling your own minicomic or zine. You don’t have to be an artist to enjoy this class. Zines can include anything from collage to found objects!

PARADIS BRANCH Tue. July 2 at 3:00 PM (Registration begins Fri. June 18)

From Stick to Figure: Drawing People R Can you draw a stick figure? Are you ready to take your figure drawing to the next level? This fun, interactive art class will take the skills you already have and level up into drawing people for comics and illustrations!

NORCO BRANCH Wed. June 26 at 2:30 PM (Registration begins Wed. June 12)

Inking Comics R Learn how to use technical pens, brush pens, brushes, and dip pens in this fun hands-on class!

Ink your own art, or practice with the provided exercises. You may get messy–wear old clothes!

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. June 29 at 11:00 AM (Registration begins Fri. June 15)

Make a MiniComic In this Library Comic-Con® workshop, you’re going to learn a magic trick–how to turn a single sheet of plain paper into an eight-page minicomic that you can copy and trade!

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY DURING LIBRARY COMIC-CON Sat. July 6 at 11:00 AM

DIY Candle Holders R

(Registration begins Wed. June 19)

DIY Galaxy Shirts R Create your own galaxy on a t-shirt.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. June 17 at 2:00 PM

Washi Tape Designs R Come, create, and washi tape a mini-clipboard.

NORCO BRANCH Wed. July 10 at 2:30 PM (Registration begins Wed. June 26)

Food & Cooking Galaxy Bark

(Registration begins Mon. June 3)

Let’s make a galaxy to eat! Join us to make Galaxy Bark with chocolate and stars.

PARADIS BRANCH Thu. June 6 at 4:00 PM

PARADIS BRANCH Thu. June 27 at 4:00 PM

Ice Cream Social

(Registration begins Thu. June 13)

Emoji Case R All Emoticons welcome here. Make and create your own Emoji case.

NORCO BRANCH Wed. July 17 at 2:30 PM (Registration begins Wed. July 3)

Galaxy Stress Balls Feeling stressed? Join us for an afternoon of making your very own stress ball!

ST. ROSE BRANCH Tue. June 4 at 4:00 PM

Galaxy Pendant We will create a mini galaxy pendant.

PARADIS BRANCH Thu. July 25 at 4:00 PM

Magnetic Slime R We will create magnetic slime. Magnets included!

PARADIS BRANCH Thu. July 18 at 4:00 PM (Registration begins Thu. July 4)

I scream! You scream!

We all scream for ice cream!

Enjoy some delicious ice cream with us! For all ages.

ST. ROSE BRANCH Tue. May 28 at 4:00 PM

Games & Activities #Thursdays It’s our weekly teen time! Snacks provided.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thursdays at 6:00 PM June 6, 13, 20 July 11, 25

Escape the Vault R Do you have what it takes to Escape the Vault?

You and your friends will have 30 minutes to solve a series of puzzles that will grant your freedom from our themed escape room. Only 5 people to a team, so reserve your time slot carefully.

NORCO BRANCH

Star Wars

Manga Madness R

Mon. June 10 at 1:30, 2:15, 3:00, 3:45 PM

Develop your own manga-inspired style! We’re going to talk about what makes manga unique and the many art styles that are considered manga. Bring examples of your art! We’ll also discuss your favorite manga artists.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. June 27 at 6:00 PM

Mon. June 24 at 1:30, 2:15, 3:00, 3:45 PM

(Registration begins Thu. June 13)

Writing Comics R Do you have a story to tell? Develop your concept into a comic script, ready to illustrate.

Working on something? Bring it!

ST. ROSE BRANCH Tue. June 25 at 4:00 PM (Registration begins Tue. June 11)

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Nebula Necklaces Join us as we each make an out-of-this-world nebula necklace!

ST. ROSE BRANCH Tue. July 2 at 4:00 PM

Pop-Tart Pillow R What’s poppin’? Pop-Tart Pillows...they’re for creating, not for eating!

NORCO BRANCH Wed. June 5 at 2:30 PM

Stranger Things Fri. July 5 at 1:30, 2:15, 3:00, 3:45 PM (Registration begins Fri. June 21)

Fri. July 19 at 1:30, 2:15, 3:00, 3:45 PM (Registration begins Fri. July 5)

More teen events on the next page.

(Registration begins Wed. May 22)

Registration opens 14 days prior to events.

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Laser Tag

Video Game Truck

Join us for laser tag in the library! Brought to us

by NOLA Games on Wheels. For ages 13-18.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. June 5 at 5:30 PM

Drop in for a turn in the gaming truck! Play your favorite family-friendly, multi-player video games in a luxury, limo-style, air conditioned theater on wheels with NOLA Games on Wheels! For ages 8-18.

PARADIS BRANCH Mon. June 10 at 3:00 PM EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. July 18 at 6:00 PM

Nerd Night Join us for an evening of fun, tabletop adventure games, video games, movies, and more! For ages 13-18.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wednesdays at 5:30 PM May 29 & June 12, 19, 26 July 10, 17, 24, 31

T.A.B.S. - Totally Awesome Brigade Session Help shape your space, your collection, and your events. Share your thoughts and ideas with us at the library to make it a totally awesome place for you and your friends. This is a Teen Advisory Board.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. June 15 at 10:00 AM Sat. July 13 at 10:00 AM

Teen Game Day It’s TWO full hours of video and board games!

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. June 6 at 2:00 PM Wed. July 3 at 2:00 PM

Teen Time Join us for an afternoon of fun and games!

ST. ROSE BRANCH Tuesdays at 4:00 PM June 11 July 9, 16, 23, 30

Health First Line of Self-Defense for Women and Teenage Girls Learn how to protect yourself and develop the awareness and self-confidence necessary to avoid danger or respond to any situation. Wear comfortable clothes and sneakers. Presented by the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office. For ages 12 and up.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. May 30 at 6:00 PM PARADIS BRANCH Tue. June 18 at 2:30 PM ST. ROSE BRANCH Wed. June 26 at 10:30 AM WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. July 10 at 10:30 AM

Movies & Music Rogue One

Kerbal Space Camp R For ages 12 - 18. Four-day camp.

Kerbals are aliens who live on the planet Kerbin.

They love to design, build, launch, and ride rockets and planes. Learn more about Kerbals and then design the perfect craft to help your Kerbals explore space and make it to the Mün!

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Tue. July 16 – Fri. July 19

An interstellar teleportation device found in Egypt leads to a planet with humans resembling ancient Egyptians who worship the god Ra. Popcorn will be served. Rated PG-13.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. June 27 at 2:00 PM

War of the Worlds An ordinary man protects his children from alien invaders amidst an all-out attack on planet Earth. Popcorn will be served. Rated PG-13.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. July 25 at 2:00 PM

Writing Teen Writers Meetup All writing is welcome! Get inspired, get feedback, and improve your skills. We will offer tips, writing prompts, and feedback on your writing. Sharing is always optional. Snacks provided.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Tue. June 4 at 4:00 PM Tue. July 2 at 4:00 PM

NOVAC Film Camp R

For ages 10 - 16. Two three-day camps.

The DHS Wildcat Robotics team will lead two fun mini camps this summer! This camp is for you if you like building with LEGOS, learning to code, and team work. Work with your team to build robots and compete in challenges!

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. June 24 – Wed. June 26

For ages 13 - 18. Five-day camp.

We’re excited to work with NOVAC (novacvideo.org) this summer! Learn the basics of video production, including design, storyboarding, production, post-production, effects, and more. We’ll go through the hands-on process of creating a mini-movie under the guidance of an experienced local filmmaker.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. July 8 – Fri. July 12 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM each day

(Registration begins Sat. May 25)

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. July 1 – Wed. July 3 (Registration begins Sat. June 1)

2:00 PM – 4:00 PM each day

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM each day

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Robotics Mini Camps R

(Registration begins Sat. June 16)

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The brash James T. Kirk tries to live up to his father’s legacy with Mr. Spock keeping him in check as a vengeful Romulan from the future creates black holes to destroy the Federation.

Popcorn will be served. Rated PG-13.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. June 13 at 2:00 PM

In a time of conflict, a group of unlikely heroes band together to steal the plans to the Death Star. Popcorn will be served. Rated PG-13.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. July 11 at 2:00 PM

Mini Camps Registration for all camps begins 30 days prior to the start of camp.

StarTrek

(Registration begins Sat. June 8)

Teen events are for ages 12 – 18 unless otherwise noted.

Events for Children Ages 0 – 2

Ages 2-5

Tiny Tots Storytime

Drive-In Movie R

Tiny Tots Storytime introduces books and reading to young children. Stories, books, music, rhymes, and finger plays are used to encourage children to discover and explore the world around them.

NORCO BRANCH Tuesdays at 10:00 AM HAHNVILLE BRANCH Wednesdays at 10:30 AM PARADIS BRANCH Wednesdays at 10:30 AM WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thursdays at 9:30 AM

Who remembers the drive-in theater? Bring your children to enjoy a pretend drive-in. The kids will decorate a “car” out of boxes, then “park” it for a short movie. Light refreshments will be provided.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. July 25 at 10:30 AM

Ages 0 – 6 WeePlay WeePlay encourages caregivers to interactively “play” with their child at the library. Come ready to use your imagination and explore with different toys and activities!

NORCO BRANCH Select Tuesdays after Tiny Tots Storytime June 4, 18 and July 2, 16 PARADIS BRANCH Every Wednesday after Tiny Tots Storytime ST. ROSE BRANCH Fridays after Storytime

Constellation Viewer Do you want to see the constellations even when it is daytime? Come and be creative with us as we build a constellation viewer.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. June 10 at 2:30 PM

Galaxy Jars Enjoy creating your own galaxy that can be contained in a jar and taken with you!

ST. ROSE BRANCH Thu. June 6 at 4:30 PM NORCO BRANCH Mon. July 29 at 2:00 PM

Glowing Stars Bottle R

Explore Planet EAST

Have you ever tried to count the stars? Join us as we make a galaxy in a bottle full of sparkles and stars that will remind you of the Milky Way. EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Tue. June 11 at 2:30 PM

Shoot for the stars as you explore planet EAST. EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. June 6 at 10:30 AM

Lightsaber Pool Noodle

(Registration begins Thu. July 11)

Storytime Storytime introduces children to wonderful books, great music, and fun crafts. We use finger plays, songs, and stories to encourage children to discover the world around them.

PARADIS BRANCH Tuesdays at 10:30 AM EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wednesdays at 10:00 AM WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thursdays at 10:30 AM ST. ROSE BRANCH Fridays at 10:30 AM

Ages 5-8 Night Sky Escape Room R Madame Meteor has stolen the moon! Work together with your team to open the locks on the boxes and capture Madame Meteor for good!

PARADIS BRANCH Mon. July 8 at 10:30 AM (Registration begins Mon. June 24)

Ages 5-11 Anti-Gravity Galaxy Bottle Have you ever wondered what the galaxy would look like up close? Create a galaxy of your very own in a bottle!

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Fri. June 21 at 2:30 PM

(Registration begins Tue. May 28)

Like science fiction? We’re making our own Lightsaber from a simple pool noodle! Get as wild with your design as you like, or try to get close to the real thing.

NORCO BRANCH Fri. June 14 at 2:00 PM

Minecraft Program R Bring your friends to play Minecraft.

Registration begins 14 days prior to each date.

For ages 6-11.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Tuesdays at 5:30 PM June 4, 11, 18, 25 July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Zumba for Kids This beginning Zumba class for children includes many styles of music and dance. Join us for exercise in disguise!

All sessions are on Mondays at 10:30 AM PARADIS BRANCH Mon. June 3 ST. ROSE BRANCH Mon. June 10 EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. June 17 and July 1 WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. June 24 and July 29 NORCO BRANCH Mon. July 15 HAHNVILLE BRANCH Mon. July 22

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Ages 8-11 Asteroid Avoider Hexbug R

Help your Hexbug spaceship navigate a dense maze of asteroids. You can make your maze as complicated or as simple as you like, putting any obstacle your imagination can think up!

You can keep your Hexbug after!

NORCO BRANCH Mon. July 22 at 2:00 PM (Registration begins Mon. July 8)

Comics Workshops R Join Becca Hillburn for a week of comics workshops about drawing, inking, creating zines, and more...all leading up to our Library Comic-Con®!

Becca, a Luling native, is a comic book artist and illustrator with a MFA from the Savannah College of Art and Design.

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Laser Tag Party

Video Game Truck

Come play laser tag in the library after hours!

NOLA Games on Wheels will set up a laser tag arena inside the library after we close.

For ages 8-18.

ST. ROSE BRANCH Sat. June 29 from 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Drop in for a turn in the gaming truck! Play your favorite family friendly multi-player video games in a luxury, limo-style, air conditioned theater on wheels with NOLA Games on Wheels! For ages 8-18.

PARADIS BRANCH Mon. June 10 at 3:00 PM EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Thu. July 18 at 6:00 PM ST. ROSE BRANCH Sat. July 27 from 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Lego WeDo Robotics R We’re building Lego WeDo Robots and learning how to program them too! BUILD. CODE. LEARN. ST. ROSE BRANCH Mon. July 29 at 4:30 PM (Registration begins Mon. July 15)

Light Up CD Space Ship R Turn old CDs into awesome light up space ships.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. June 5 at 6:00 PM (Registration begins Wed. May 22)

Full Wolf Moon Escape Room R A few days ago you noticed that some people began acting strangely–there is a werewolf epidemic in your neighborhood! There is an antidote to the werewolf saliva, but it’s been locked away for safekeeping and is protected by a series of clues that only moon-cycle scholars will be able to solve. Can you solve the clues before the werewolves appear?

PARADIS BRANCH Mon. July 8 at 1:30 PM (Registration begins Mon. June 24)

Ages 10+ Mini Camps

Robotics Mini Camps R Space Clay Friends Make your own space clay friend using polymer clay! For ages 8-12.

ST. ROSE BRANCH Thu. July 25 at 4:30 PM

Starry, Starry Night R

Galaxy Slime R

Parent and child will join forces to create one Starry, Starry Night painting. This painting program is designed for children and adults to work together.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. July 29 at 6:00 PM

For ages 10 - 16. Two three-day camps.

The DHS Wildcat Robotics team will lead two fun 3-day long mini camps this summer! This camp is for you if you like building with LEGOS, learning to code, and team work. Work with your team to build robots and compete in challenges!

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. June 24 – Wed. June 26 (Registration begins Sat. May 25)

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. July 1 – Wed. July 3 (Registration begins Sat. June 1)

9:00 AM – 12:00 PM each day

(Registration begins Mon. July 15)

Make your own out-of-this-world galaxy slime.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. June 26 at 6:00 PM (Registration begins Wed. June 12)

ST. ROSE BRANCH Mon. July 1 at 4:30 PM (Registration begins Mon. June 17)

Glow-in-the-Dark Slime R It’s slime time! We will be making glowin-the-dark slime using Elmer’s products.

For ages 7-11.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. July 8 at 10:30 AM

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Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

Family

Glo Dance Party

Bingo

Join the Hahnville staff for an old-fashioned game of BINGO. HAHNVILLE BRANCH Fri. July 19 at 10:30 AM

Camping Under the Stars R Join us as we “camp under the stars” at the library! We will paint space rocks, make s’mores, tell ghost stories, and have some fun!

PARADIS BRANCH Mon. July 22 at 5:00 PM (Registration begins Mon. July 8)

Craft-A-Palooza Fill these creative hours by choosing from a variety of items to craft your own special oneof-a-kind design.

NORCO BRANCH Thu. July 25 at 11:30 AM

Cupcake B-I-N-G-O Are you feeling lucky? Play bingo to win prizes, cupcakes, and more. Contact the library if you have any allergies.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. July 27 at 2:00 PM

Fire Truck Visit Drop in to touch-a-fire-truck!

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Fri. May 31 at 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Come out and show us your moves while dancing in the dark. We will have lots of fun with glow in the dark accessories.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Fri. June 14 at 2:30 PM

Ice Cream Social

Intergalactic Dance Party

Space Ice Cream R

Calling aliens, astronauts, and characters from galaxies far, far away! Dress up as your favorite space creature, and come in peace to dance and party the night away.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Fri. July 26 at 7:00 PM

Monday Night at the Movies E. T. The Extra-Terrestrial

A lonely boy befriends a homesick alien stranded on Earth and attempts to help him find a way home. Popcorn and punch will be served. Rated PG. PARADIS BRANCH Mon. June 17 at 5:00 PM

Space Jam

Michael Jordan must help the Looney Tunes win a basketball game against a group of outerspace creatures. Popcorn and punch will be served. Rated PG. PARADIS BRANCH Mon. July 1 at 5:00 PM

Enjoy a cool treat to make it through the summer days—today we will make and eat space ice cream.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Fri. July 26 at 10:00 AM

Space Ship Fly into infinity and beyond by creating your own space ship.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Fri. July 5 at 10:30 AM

Walk the Stars Enjoy an out-of-this-world twist on a classic cake walk.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Fri. June 21 at 10:30 AM

Moon Party Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the moon landing! Make a moon craft, eat Moon Pies, and more.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Fri. July 19 at 2:30 PM

Special Events for All Ages Library Comic-Con® Return of the Comic-Con®! Dust off your best character costume and celebrate everything comics, superheroes, and pop-culture. There will be crafts, panels, discussions, local artists, and vendors.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. July 6 at 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Galaxy Painting Use simple household items to create a one-ofa-kind galaxy art that you can display.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Fri. June 28 at 10:30 AM

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Shine On Enjoy looking at the sun through a telescope with a solar filter, and make a sun print to take with you.

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Mon. July 8 at 2:30 PM

Create one-of-a-kind galaxy jewelry that you can keep or share with a friend.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Fri. June 14 at 10:30 AM

Moon Sand

Help us work in our community garden! We will weed and pick vegetables. Weather permitting.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Tue. June 18 at 10:00 AM Tue. July 16 at 10:00 AM

Celebrate the 4th of July with patriotic games, crafts and more!

EAST REGIONAL LIBRARY Wed. July 3 at 2:30 PM

I scream! You scream! We all scream for ice cream! Enjoy some delicious ice cream with us!

ST. ROSE BRANCH Tue. May 28 at 4:00 PM

Galaxy Bracelets R

Gardening Fun

Patriot Games

Have some out-of-this-world fun! We’re creating moon sand with 3 simple ingredients.

Enjoy sand without all the mess.

HAHNVILLE BRANCH Fri. June 7 at 10:30 AM

Registration opens 14 days prior to events.

Lunar Landing Anniversary The eagle has landed. July 20 is the 50th anniversary of the moon landing. We are celebrating with special Planetarium presentations, virtual reality, crafts, activities, games, and hands-on science.

WEST REGIONAL LIBRARY Sat. July 20 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM

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