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It's time for the
Summer Reading Program!
The Summer Reading Program is Here!!
Get ready! Get set! READ!!!
The Summer Reading Program is officially here!  Register your whole family and earn prizes just for reading!  Visit the link below for more info and to register!
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New to the Summer Reading Program?
If you're new to the Summer Reading Program, no problem!  Click on the link below for information on how to participate!
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Pierre's Passport!
Adventure starts at your library! Did you know that we have 
12 library branches located in Calcasieu Parish?  Visit our branches and be rewarded for your visit!  Click below for information on how!
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Jimez Alexander & the Mezzy Mez Show
An actor by trade, Jimez Alexander will bring us the story building show utilizing music and imaginative play to help build social and emotional skills for children.
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Schoolhouse
Safari
This fun filled encounter includes  demonstrations and education about dozens of animals!  (Some of which will be availble for attendees to hold and pet!) 
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Crescent Circus
Nathan and Morgan are bringing their  unforgettable and award winning magic and circus show to Calcasieu!  Be ready to be wowed with their top-quality and family-friendly performances!
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Hat Trick Magic with David Leboeuf
Join us as we say "Welcome Back" to magician, David Leboeuf! David will amaze all ages with his entertaining and family friendly magic show!  Pay attention, he might just call you up to assist in a trick!
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Bright Star Touring Theatre!
Come along in Jack's out-of-this world adventure through the solar system!  Learn about the physical features, fun facts and each planet's special path around the sun in this fun STEM adventure!
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Archaeology: Louisiana Unearthed!
Did you know that we have Indian Mounds in Louisiana?  Let's learn some facts about our area from the LA Archaeology Department and some exciting places to see in our state.
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Comedy Magic Show!
with Mitch the Magician
Featured children's performing artist for Festival International 2023 and the most requested children's entertainer on the Gulf Coast, Mitch offers squeaky-clean comedy magic for kids and adults! Get ready to be amazed!
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Lady Chops -
Drum Roll Please
Lady Chops presents: "Drum Roll Please" - a fun, interactive percussion program for all ages! Her energetic program incorporates over 15 different instruments, including buckets, body percussion, and the Cajun rubboard.
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Be sure to bookmark our online calendar for even more programs! 
Check back often as more and more programs are
being added daily!
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This month, we're focusing on:
TumbleBooks

Britannica Library

Gale General OneFile
This month we’re highlighting a few of our resources that can help your student avoid the dreaded summer brain drain.
The Basics: 
Required: A library card for some resources if outside of a branch
Tutorials: TumbleBooks | Britannica Library | Gale General OneFile
 
Try it out!
Reading Fun: Keep building those literacy skills with our TumbleBooks resource! Not only is there a wide selection of read-along picture books, but it also has Puzzle & Games to the far right of one of the top menus. Children can play Sentence and Memory Games with some of their favorite book characters!

Research Fun: Our Britannica Library resource is more than just an encyclopedia! The Children and Young Adult levels both have the “In the News” feature, which explores relevant topics and new discoveries. The best part? There is always a puzzle at the end: even grown-ups might enjoy these!

Screen-free Fun: Speaking of grown-ups, caregivers may want to look for ideas for hands-on activities. Gale General OneFile lets you search past issues from popular children’s magazines, including Highlights. Get started with this search of children’s magazines for articles that mention an “activity.” If you want something more specific, you can use the Search Within filter to the right: just enter an activity topic or type (example: “game”) and click Submit.
 

Please Mark Your Calendars
Upcoming Closure Dates
Wednesday, June 19 - Juneteenth
 
Thursday, July 4 - Independence Day
 
Monday, September 2 - Labor Day
 
Monday, November 11 - Veteran's Day

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301 W. Claude St. Lake Charles, LA 70605
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