Explore the world while getting some gentle exercise as we host virtual walks from around the globe.

Join Abigail McCallister, Associate Extension Agent from the LSUAg Center, for a hands-on workshop where you’ll create a delicious and budget-friendly charcuterie board!

Come join us for “java and sidearms” (coffee and the fixings) on the second Tuesday of every month. Learn or discuss something new about the Second World War in a friendly and informal environment.

A Magical Day at the Library with Mitch is a 45-minute fun, fast-paced, interactive magic show that is squeaky-clean and sure to please every age!

All adults are welcome to join us at Benton Branch for BINGO!  Come socialize and play for your chance to win prizes!  Check our website calendar and follow us on our Benton Branch Facebook page for other fun activities we have all year

A Magical Day at the Library with Mitch is a 45-minute fun, fast-paced, interactive magic show that is squeaky-clean and sure to please every age!

Come join us for our adult painting and crafting class!  We love to have a relaxing, fun time where you can express your creativity or just paint the stress away. Supplies are provided, but you're more than welcome to bring your own.

Whether a beginner or an expert, you're welcome to join our Crochet Club. If you're looking to try a new hobby or just hang out with friends while making cool creations, this might just be the club for you!

Bring your little ones along for an interactive session of stories, songs, movement, rhymes, activities, or crafts!

Family Story Time is held on the 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of each month.

This summer we are trying something a little different. Every Wednesday between 10 and Noon you can pick a storybook and choose a member of staff to read it to you. Come and enjoy some old classics, or discover a new favorite adventure.

You will help prepare simple delicious treats and sample the finished product. 

Visit the library every Wednesday from 1:30-3:30 P.M. inside the East 80 Meeting room, for our Discovery Play program!

10 Rounds. Join in on the fun to win prizes.

For adults only. Registration is not required. 

Adults are invited to join our craft classes in the Central Library's Makerspace on the second Thursday of every month at 2pm.. All supplies are provided and all skill levels are welcome.

Stop by and get ready for Summer in style. Bling up your own sunglasses. Sure to put a little extra sparkle in your Summer!

We crochet every Friday at 10am.  Whatever level you find yourself on - we would love for you to join us!  

Join us as Team A and Team B go head to head in the Bean Bag Baseball Match!

Refreshments will be served. 

Adults only. Registration is required. Call 318-949-2665 to reserve your spot today!

Participate in an amazing program to increase your children's reading skills and confidence or decrease stress by signing up for a 20-minute reading session with a shelter cat. 

All ages are welcome.  Registration is required.