“Libraries give us a green light to something truly special: a place to connect with others, learn new skills, and focus on what matters most. Find your crew at your library’s programs, events and book clubs. Enjoy the scenic route through the stacks to find your new favorite story. Or take a virtual detour and see all the resources your library offers online. No matter where you find yourself on the roadmap through life’s journey—preparing for a new career, launching a business, or raising a family, learning skills, or sharing a cup of coffee —your library provides an inclusive and supportive community where everyone belongs! Get ready to explore, become inspired, and connect with your library this National Library Week. Libraries are there for you, all the way to the finish line.” From: https://ilovelibraries.org/national-library-week/

SEVERE WEATHER PROTOCOL:

WE FOLLOW THE PUBLIC SCHOOL DECISIONS CONCERNING CLOSURES DURING SEVERE WEATHER WARNINGS. WHEN THE SCHOOLS CLOSE, WE CLOSE OUR MAIN LIBRARY AND ALL BRANCHES TO INSURE THE SAFETY OF OUR STAFF AND THE TRAVELING PUBLIC.

We invite you take a moment to visit the main library in Ville Platte to see the inspiring art created by our April “Artist of the Month”, Joni Duos.

Monday, April 8th, the main library will host another “Chair Exercise” program at 10:30 amin the multipurpose room. We will offer it again on Wednesday, April 10^th @ the same time. Also on Monday @ 12:30 pm., KATC will be here to do a story about our new “Nurturing Nook” provided by the Family Tree in partnership with the Healthy Start program. Please drop by to see this wonderful resource available for mothers who may need supplies when stores are closed. Then on Tuesday, we will host our usual “Let’s Talk French” @ 1 pm and “Coffee Talk” @ 2 pm. 

Here’s an early notice about Earth Day on Monday, April 22^nd which is when we will kick off our new “Seed Library” program and the beginning of the week dedicated to bringing awareness to the litter problems in our state, parishes and towns through the Keep Louisiana Beautiful campaign. On Monday, we will have Litter Kits available for checkout and Free seed packs for those with library cards. We will have donuts and prizes for participants. We are offering this program to anyone with a valid library card. Keep an eye out for details coming soon! 

EARLY NOTICE: (1) The Evangeline Parish Library Board of Control will meet Thursday, April 11^th @ 2 pmat the main library for a special meeting to discuss and finalize plans for the new Basile Branch library. The public is invited to attend. (2) Our Spring Library Fest is slated for Saturday, May 4, 2024. Please The deadline for submitting vendor participation forms for all types of participants is April 19, 2024.Contact Keishia Ford or any employee of the library for more information. This is a FREE family fun event and is a way for the Library to say Thank You to its patrons and to show support for local cooks, artists, performers, authors and civic organizations! Look at the new folks who just signed up (names in italics and bold):  AUTHORS: Julia Davis, Darisa L.G. Ricks, Debby Lawson, Patricia Williams, Kristal Ben, Pam Ardoin Funderburk, Jasonnaye Wilson, and Rhonda Brasseaux. VENDORS: Belinda Williams,Victoria Leblanc, Patricia Harris, Kourtney Harris,Health Coach Neil Ortego, Jalaina Freeman & Adrienne Griffith, Earth Angels Honey, Betsy Pitrie, Barbara Batiste, and Lori Butler. COMMUNITY: Krewe de Evangeline Coalition, Louisiana Department of Health, St. Landry / Evangeline United Way and Library “Show Me The Money” – Unclaimed Money Table, Children’s Tent with lots of crafts and The Seed Library table.  COOKS/FOOD:Mamou Community Solutions Resources, Myra Fontenot’s Food Truck, Natasha Edwards, T’Nay – Ha U Want It.  We will also have our usual Book Sale and this year we have lots of Audio Book sets to sell! KVPI will be with us for a live show from 10 am – noon. 

Visit the Facebook page of your favorite library branch to see information about programs unique to them. Also, visit our website www.evangelinelibrary.org for updates. You can always call the main library @ 337-363-1369 or send an email to [email protected] for more information and never forget that libraries do change lives…. even in the cloud! Suzy Lemoine.

NOTICE OF A PUBLIC MEETING 

LIBRARY BOARD OF CONTROL 

SPECIAL COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA

-NEW BASILE BRANCH LIBRARY-

THURSDAY, APRIL 11, 2024

2:00 pm – Main Library, Ville Platte 

(If you have a disability, please notify us ahead of time for accommodations)

1. Call to order.

2. Update on the progress of the architectural plans.

3. Update about the possible use of property near the building site that is owned by the town of Basile.  

4. Review the contract with engineering firm, Ronnie Landreneau & Associates, for Professional Services for this project. 

5. Discuss funding plans.

6. Adjourn