Sep
4
Thu
Main Library closed for relocation
Sep 4 @ 12:00 am – Sep 21 @ 11:45 pm

The main library will be closed Thursday Sept. 4th through Sunday Sept. 21st for relocation.  Branch libraries will remain open.

Sep
22
Mon
New Main Library reopens (tentative)
Sep 22 all-day

The new main library will have a “soft” opening on Monday morning Sept. 22nd.

Sep
26
Fri
Grand opening/dedication ceremony
Sep 26 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am

The new main library will have a formal grand opening/dedication ceremony from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. on Friday Sept. 26th.  This will include a special flag-raising ceremony.

Everybody is very welcome.

Sep
27
Sat
Family and Friends morning at new main library
Sep 27 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

The Friends of the Library will sponsor a special “Family and Friends” morning at the new main library, 8 a.m. to noon Saturday Sept. 27th.  Everybody is invited!

Oct
18
Sat
Evangeline Genealogical and Historical Society meeting Sat. Oct. 18th 9:30 a.m. @ Evangeline Parish Main Library
Oct 18 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am

Everybody is welcome to attend the first Evangeline Genealogical and Historical Society meeting in the new main Evangeline Parish Library.

Oct
20
Mon
Computer Basics 2 hour free class @ Evangeline Parish Library
Oct 20 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Course is Free, provided by the Evangeline Parish Library.  Pre -registration required.  Adult students only.  Space limited to 15 students.  Priority to registrants living, working, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  Call 363-1369 to register.

E reader and tablets 2 hour course Oct 20th @ Evangeline Parish Library
Oct 20 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Free to the public, sponsored by the Evangeline Parish Library.  This is a 2 hour course in Ereaders and tablets.  Bring your own device to learn more about using it.  Class is limited to 15 students, adults only please.  Priority is given to registrants living, working, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  To register, call 363-1369.

Oct
21
Tue
Presentation on Solomon Northup and Twelve Years a Slave Tues. Oct. 21st at 6 p.m. @ Evangeline Parish Main Library
Oct 21 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

James A. Fogleman will present research on Solomon Northup and places connected with his captivity in central Louisiana.

Oct
23
Thu
Ask a Lawyer 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., Oct. 23rd @ Evangeline Parish Main Library
Oct 23 @ 8:00 am – 10:00 am

A lawyer will be at the main library in the multipurpose room to answer questions.  This is a part of the “Lawyers in Libraries” outreach throughout the state on Oct. 23rd.

Oct
27
Mon
Internet 1 course, 2 hours Oct. 27th @ Evangeline Parish Library
Oct 27 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Take a 2 hour introduction to the Internet with this course, free to the public and sponsored by Evangeline Parish Library.  Space is limited to 15 students, adult students only, please.  Priority is given to registrants living, working, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  To register call 363-1369.

Email 101 course, 2 hours Oct. 27th @ Evangeline Parish Library
Oct 27 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Learn all about email with this 2 hour course, free to the public and provided by the Evangeline Parish Library.  Space is limited to 15 students, adult students only, please.  Priority is given to registrants living, working, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  To register, call 363-1369.

Oct
28
Tue
Mamou Branch coloring contest @ Mamou Branch Library
Oct 28 @ 8:00 am – Oct 30 @ 5:00 pm

Mamou Branch is having a coloring contest for kids!  Come in the library and color a picture there before 5 p.m. on Thursday Oct. 30th.  Winners will be announced Friday the 31st at 3 p.m.  You do not need to be present to win.

Nancy Duplechin on E Publishing 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 28th @ Evangeline Parish Main Library
Oct 28 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Local author Nancy Duplechin will discuss the process of EPublishing in this workshop, part of the Library’s “Talented Tuesdays” program.  Nancy has a background in radio also and is a wonderful speaker.  Come learn more about how to write and publish in today’s rapidly changing publishing environment.

Nov
3
Mon
Windows 8 two-hour course Nov. 3rd @ Evangeline Parish Library
Nov 3 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Learn about the sometimes-confusing Windows 8 with this two-hour course, free to the public and provided by the Evangeline Parish Library.  Space is limited to 15 students, adult students only, please.  Priority is given to registrants living, working, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  To register, call 363-1369.

Internet 2 special two-hour class Nov. 3rd @ Evangeline Parish Library
Nov 3 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

This two hour course is a follow-up to the Oct 27th Internet 1 course, but they can be taken separately.  Learn about the Internet in more detail with Internet 2, a two-hour class free to the public and provided by the Evangeline Parish Library.  Space is limited to 15 students, adult students only, please.  Priority is given to registrants living, working, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  To register, call 363-1369.

Nov
10
Mon
Computer Security two-hour class Nov. 10th @ Evangeline Parish Library
Nov 10 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Learn more about computer security and keeping your vital information secure online.  This two-hour class is free to the public and provided by Evangeline Parish Library.  Space is limited to 15 students, adult students only, please.  Priority is given to registrants living, working, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  To register, call 363-1369.

Computer Tutor two-hour session Nov. 10th @ Evangeline Parish Library
Nov 10 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

This is a special two-hour class where the students get special help with whatever issues they are encountering (but the instructor will NOT repair hardware, so don’t bring your malfunctioning device for diagnostics).  The session is free to the public, and provided by Evangeline Parish Library.  Space is limited to 15 students, adult students only, please.  Priority is given to registrants living, working, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  To register, call 363-1369.

Nov
11
Tue
Library closed for Veterans’ Day
Nov 11 all-day
Nov
18
Tue
Quilting class with Stacie Ardoin Nov. 18th @ Main Library
Nov 18 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

Tonight’s “Talented Tuesday” presentation from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. is “Quilting Class” with Stacie Ardoin.  Everybody is welcome, and admission is free.  Come learn more about quilting!

Nov
24
Mon
Library Board of Control meeting Nov. 24th @ Main Library
Nov 24 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

The Library Board of Control meeting originally scheduled for Monday Nov. 17th has been rescheduled for Monday Nov. 24th at 4 p.m. at the main library.

Nov
27
Thu
Library closed for Thanksgiving holiday, Nov. 27 through Nov. 29th @ Evangeline Parish Library
Nov 27 @ 12:00 am – Dec 1 @ 8:00 am

The main library and all branches will be closed beginning Thurs. Nov. 27th until Monday Dec. 1st.  We wish everybody a Happy Thanksgiving.

Dec
15
Mon
Library “fine free” Dec. 15 through Jan. 15
Dec 15 2014 @ 8:00 am – Jan 15 2015 @ 6:00 pm

Library “fine free” month is Dec. 15, 2014, through Jan. 15, 2015.  Return any items in good condition, and have all fines and fees on the items waived.

Dec
24
Wed
Library closed for Christmas holidays, Dec. 24 through Dec. 28th
Dec 24 @ 8:00 am – Dec 28 @ 11:45 pm

The main library and all branches will be closed Thurs. Dec. 24th through Sunday Dec. 28th.  We wish everybody a Merry Christmas and look forward to serving you in the New Year.

Dec
31
Wed
Library closed for New Year’s holiday Dec. 31st through Jan. 4th
Dec 31 2014 @ 8:00 am – Jan 4 2015 @ 11:45 pm

The Library will be closed for New Year’s holiday Wednesday Dec. 31st through Sunday Jan. 4th.  We wish everybody a very happy and safe New Year’s and look forward to serving you in 2015.

Jan
13
Tue
The Family Tree hosts Healthy Family event Jan. 13th @ Evangeline Parish Main Library
Jan 13 @ 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm

The Family Tree will conduct a special informational meeting for its Healthy Families program on Jan. 13th at 6 p.m. at the new main library (916 W. Main St., Ville Platte, LA 70586).  Everybody is welcome.  Come and learn more about the organization and about how it can help your family.

Jan
15
Thu
“Fine Free” Last Day
Jan 15 all-day

Jan. 15th is the LAST DAY to have all fines and fees on late items waived.  Return any item or items in good condition by the close of business on Jan. 15th and have all fines and fees on the items waived.

Jan
17
Sat
Evangeline Genealogical and Historical Society meeting @ Evangeline Parish Main Library
Jan 17 @ 9:30 pm – 11:00 pm

The Evangeline Genealogical and Historical Society will meet Saturday, Jan. 17th, at the new main library (916 W. Main St., Ville Platte) at 9:30 a.m.  Dr. Malcolm Vidrine, the author of “Cajun Prairie,” will be the guest speaker.  Everybody is invited.

Jan
19
Mon
Library closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Jan 19 all-day

The main library and all branches will be closed Monday, Jan. 19th, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. day.

Jan
20
Tue
Friends of the Library meeting @ Evangeline Parish main library
Jan 20 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

The Friends of the Evangeline Parish Library will hold their first meeting of 2015 on Tues. Jan. 20th at 5:30 p.m. at the new main library (916 W. Main St., Ville Platte).  Everybody is invited.  Come and bring a friend!

Jan
27
Tue
Library Board of Control meeting Jan. 27 4 p.m. @ Evangeline Parish Main Library
Jan 27 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

The Evangeline Parish Library Board of Control will meet Tues. Jan. 27th at 4 p.m. at the new main library (916 W. Main St., Ville Platte, LA 70586).  The meeting is open to everybody, and public attendance and comments are welcome and encouraged.  An agenda will be posted at the library no later than Monday Jan. 26th.

Feb
7
Sat
Friends of Library “Sweet Deal” Sale Begins
Feb 7 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

Beginning Sat. Feb. 7, the Friends of the Library will host a two-week “Sweet Deal” sale for used books, paperbacks, and more.  Paperbacks are 5 cents each, and hardbacks 25 cents.  There will also be magazines, music CDs and some VHS tapes.  The main sale location is the main library in Ville Platte.  Sale will be open in the multipurpose room and at the Friends corner.  The multipurpose room portion of the sale will be closed for approximately one hour during scheduled children’s programming in the room.

Feb
16
Mon
Mamou Library closed Lundi Gras @ Mamou Branch Library
Feb 16 all-day

The Mamou Branch Library will be closed Monday Feb. 16 for Lundi Gras.

Feb
17
Tue
Libraries closed for Mardi Gras @ Evangeline Parish Library
Feb 17 all-day

The main library (Ville Platte) and all branches will be closed Tuesday Feb. 17 for Mardi Gras.

Feb
21
Sat
Last day for Friends “Sweet Deal” sale
Feb 21 @ 8:00 am – 12:00 pm

The “Sweet Deal” sale at the main library ends at noon today.

Feb
23
Mon
Main Library and all branches closed
Feb 23 @ 8:00 am – Feb 24 @ 8:00 pm

The Main Library and all branches will be closed Monday Feb. 23rd and Tues. Feb. 24th due to weather.

Feb
24
Tue
Main library and all branches closed due to weather
Feb 24 all-day

The main library and all branches will be closed Monday Feb. 23rd and Tues. Feb. 24th due to weather.

Mar
2
Mon
Computer Tutor class at Mamou Branch @ Mamou Branch Library
Mar 2 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Computer Tutor  class from 10 a.m. till noon at the Mamou Branch Library.  Register at the Mamou Branch.  The class is free and limited to 15 participants.  Priority is given to persons living, working, going to school, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  Others will be on a space available list.  Adults only, please (age 18 and up).

 

Computer Tutor class at Basile Branch @ Basile Branch Library
Mar 2 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Computer Tutor class will be offered at the Basile branch on March 2nd from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.  Register at the Basile Branch.  Class is limited to 15 participants.  Priority is given to persons living, working, attending school, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  All others will be on space available status.  Adults only, please (age 18 and up).

Mar
9
Mon
Computer Basics class in Ville Platte @ Main Library, Ville Platte
Mar 9 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Computer Basics class at the Main Library from 10 a.m. till noon on March 9th.  Class is limited to 15 participants.  Register at the library or call 363-1369.  Priority will be given to persons living, working, attending school, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  All others will be on space-available status.  Adults only, please (age 18 and up).

Computer Tutor class in Ville Platte @ Main Library, Ville Platte
Mar 9 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Computer Tutor class will be held on March 9th from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at the main library.  Register at the main library or call 363-1369.  Class is limited to 15 participants.  Priority will be given to persons living, working, attending school, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  All others will be on space-available status.  Adults only, please (ages 18 and up).

Mar
10
Tue
Book Club Event Featuring Author Gary Stewart
Mar 10 @ 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

The “Food for Thought” Book Club and the Library will co-sponsor a special meeting of the club on Tues. March 10th in the multipurpose room of the main library (Ville Platte).  Gary Stewart, author of “The Most Dangerous Animal of All: Searching for My Father and Finding the Zodiac Killer” will discuss his book.  Space is limited to 60 participants.  A sign up sheet is available at the main library.  Also please note this is an adult only event: no children will be allowed in the room during the program.

Hospice Presentation
Mar 10 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Fran Guillory with Hospice will do an informational presentation in the main library’s multipurpose room on Tues. March 10th at 5:30 p.m.  This is an adult only event.  Pre-registration is not required.

Hospice Presentation @ Main Library
Mar 10 @ 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm

Hospice presentation is open to all, in the multipurpose room at 5:30 p.m. on Tues. March 10th.

Mar
21
Sat
Cops for a Cure 5K Run/Walk @ Main Library grounds
Mar 21 all-day

The Ville Platte Police Department presents “Cops for a Cure” 5K Run/ Walk on Sat. March 21st.  The group will form up on the grounds of the main library, with on site registration beginning at 8 a.m.  The Run/ Walk starts at 9 a.m. Early registration and T-shirt sales end March 1st!

Registration fee is $25.00 for participants age 13 and up.  For those 12 and under, registration is $5.00.  T-Shirts are NOT included in the registration.  They can be purchased separately until March 1st.  All proceeds benefit the Evangeline Parish Relay for Life.

Please note that NO registrations or registration fees are being accepted at the library.  To register or for more information, please call Connie at 363-1313 (police department) or 831-9915.  Thank you.

Also please note that NO vehicles or 4 wheelers or horses are allowed on the library grounds.

Mar
23
Mon
Internet Step 1 class at main library, Ville Platte @ Main Library, Ville Platte
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

Internet Step 1 class will be held at the Main Library on March 23rd from 10 a.m. to noon.  Class is limited to 15 participants.  Register at the main library or call 363-1369.  Priority will be given to persons living, working, attending school, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  Others will be accepted on space-available status.  Adults only, please (age 18 and up).

Tablets and EReaders class at main library March 23rd @ Main Library, Ville Platte
Mar 23 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Take the FREE Tablet 101 class at the main library on March 23rd from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. to learn more about how to use tablets and ereaders.  Bring your own tablet and/or ereader and get assistance as you learn how to use it better.  Class is limited to 15 participants.  Register at the main library or call 363-1369.  Priority will be given to persons living, working, attending school, or owning property in Evangeline Parish.  All others will be on space-available status.  Adults only, please (age 18 and up).

Mar
24
Tue
Library Board of Control meets in Mamou @ Mamou Branch Library
Mar 24 @ 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm

The Library Board of Control will conduct its regular meeting at the Mamou Branch Library at 4  p.m. on March 24th.  The meeting is open to the public.

Ebay 101 Program @ Main Library
Mar 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Learn more about Ebay and how to use it effectively.  Library Associate Emily Fontenot will present a program on Ebay at 6 p.m. on Tues. March 24th at the Main Library.  The event is free and is open to all adults.

Ebay for Beginners presentation
Mar 24 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

Library Associate Emily Fontenot will present “Ebay for Beginners” in the multipurpose room of the main library (Ville Platte) at 6 p.m. on Tues. March 24th.  Pre-registration is not required.

Mar
26
Thu
Organizational meeting for new mystery book club @ Evangeline Parish Main Library
Mar 26 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

The first meeting of the new “Mystery Book Club” will be held at noon on Thurs. March 26 in the multipurpose room of the Evangeline Parish Main Library.  Everybody is invited.  We will discuss what we consider a mystery, what types of mysteries we would be interested in reading, and how we will select them.

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