Special Topics

We now have a page with links to information about current events, or other special topics. Newest Links: News about Oil Rig Explosion

Accelerated Reader Lists

Welcome back to school! Here are some helpful links to finding Accelerated Reader books.

You can also get to this list by clicking "Groups" then "Schools & Students"

Calendar

A quick view of what's happening at the Rapides Parish Library

Where is North Louisiana?

Join us for a six week book discussion program to discover the art, literature, culture, and politics of North Louisiana.Registration is limited, please contact Kelly Kingrey-Edwards at 318-445-2411 x 241 or kkedwards@rpl.org for more information or to sign up.

Oil Rig Explosion News Story

The Rapides Parish Library will be closed the morning of September 10, 2010

All locations will be closed on September 10, 2010 until 1:00 PM. Normal operating hours will resume at that time.

Social Security Disability Workshop - September 27

Rapides Parish Library will host a Social Security Disability Workshop on Monday, September 27, at 2:00 PM at the Huie-Dellmon House, 430 Saint James Street, in downtown Alexandria.

Author Curt Iles to visit the Johnson Branch

On September 28, 2010, Curt Iles, the local author from Dry Creek, Louisiana is coming to the Johnson Branch. He will be sharing about his latest Creekbank Story, “A Good Place”. There will be a small reception following the discussion. Please come and join us at 2:30 on September 28, 2010.

Open Mic at Westside - September 30

Come See your Friends and neighbors in a whole new light! Last Thursday of Every Month. You can also view pictures from previous nights

CNN News story about Oil Rig explosion

New Books

Read reviews of the bestsellers most recently added to our catalog. New issue:08/18/2010

Friends

We sponsor free and interesting literary programs for the community. Friends provide the Library with volunteers and extra money for books, furniture, and equipment. Friends of the Library believe that good library service is important to everyone. They are ready to help the Library in any way possible. They also receive a quarterly newsletter informing them about what's happening at the Library.

Now you can print the membership form on your computer and just bring it with you when you come in.

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 09-01-2010

Popular Searches

See what other patrons are searching for. Find a new -interest. Updated 08-17-2010

Book Lists

Mysteries, Best Sellers, Requested Items, New Books -- Browse through the lists to determine what to read next.

TAG

What is TAG?
The Tween Advisory Group, or TAG, is made up of children ages 10 to 13 years old who are interested in participating in community activities and having input in the programs, services, books, and magazines that Rapides Parish Library offers.

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.

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.

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.

Tumble Books

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