Dedication of Art by Morris Taft Thomas

On October 19th, 2009, there was a reception celebrating the dedication of the painting "Horseshoe Lesson", by internationally renowned artist Morris Taft Thomas, to the Main Library. You can watch the video of Mr. Thomas' remarks and a Question and Answer session with the audience.

Find us on Facebook

Now you can find the Rapides Parish Library on Facebook to learn about upcoming events and ways we can serve you.

Meeting Rooms

Now you can book our meeting rooms online. Please note that a library card and a minimum of two weeks notice are required.

First Time Homebuyer Seminar - February 23, 2010

This First Time Homebuyer Seminar will explain steps in the process of buying a home. Topics discussed will include how to apply for a mortgage, saving for a down payment, credit resolution, budgeting and homebuyer tax credits.

Annual Eggstravaganza - March 31

Join us at Main Library in downtown Alexandria for our annual Easter Hat Parade and Egg Hunt.

Prime Time Family Reading Time

Families with children ages 6 and older will enjoy discussing children's stories about topics such as responsibility, individuality, & loyalty.

Soirée in the Stacks

Bud Johnson author of The Perfect Season: LSU's Magic Year — 1958 will be our guest speaker. Video of this presentation can be watched online.

New Books

Read reviews of the bestsellers most recently added to our catalog. New issue: 01-22-2010

Popular Items

At the end of each month we publish the titles with the most holds placed. Find out what others want to read! Updated 01-11-2010

Tumble Books

The Rapides Parish Library is partnering with Tumblebooks.com to bring online books, games, and activities to children.

Teen Advisory Board

The Teen Advisory Board is made up of teens ages 13 to 18 who are interested in having input in the programs, services, books and magazines that the Rapides Parish Library offers.

BrainFuse

The Rapides Parish Library is proud to offer HelpNow, live online homework help, through Brainfuse, one of the nation's leading online tutoring providers.

Best Seller List

See the New York Times Best Seller List. (Updated each week)

Database Introduction Video

Watch a short video introducing you to three databases you can use.

BookLetters

Rapides Parish Library offers a number of book related newsletters to our customers. They can be viewed on our website or sent to your e-mail address.