🌊❄️🐻 THE ARCTIC IS COMING TO RPL NEXT WEEK! 🐻❄️🌊
Ready for one of the COOLEST events of Summer Reading? 🧊🌎
Join marine biologists Wayne and Karen Brown as they take us on an unforgettable Ocean Adventures: Arctic Expedition! Explore the frozen Arctic, ...meet adorable Polar Bear cubs, discover incredible Arctic wildlife, and get an up-close look at a life-sized 10-foot Polar Bear model and real Polar Bear skulls! 🐻🦴❄️
🌊 This hands-on adventure is perfect for explorers of all ages and is one event you won't want to miss!
📍 TOUR SCHEDULE
❄️ Monday, July 6
🕙 Boyce Branch • 10 AM
🌙 Libuse Branch • 6 PM
❄️ Tuesday, July 7
🕙 Hineston Branch • 10 AM
🌙 Westside Regional Library • 6 PM
❄️ Wednesday, July 8
🕙 Robertson Branch • 10 AM
🕑 Martin Library • 2 PM
❄️ Thursday, July 9
🕙 McDonald Branch • 10 AM
🌙 King Branch • 6 PM
❄️ Friday, July 10
🕙 Main Library • 10 AM
🕑 Lecompte Town Hall • 2 PM
📚🌱 Part of our Plant a Seed, Read! Summer Reading Program!
👇 Tell us which location you'll be visiting—we can't wait to see you there!
#RapidesParishLibrary #PlantASeedRead #SummerReading2026 #OceanAdventures #ArcticAdventure #PolarBear #MarineBiologists #FamilyFun #KidsActivities #STEMEducation #ExploreTheArctic #LibraryLife #LibraryEvents #LouisianaLibraries #AdventureAwaits #LearningIsFun #SeeYouAtTheLibrary 🌊❄️🐻📚🧊✨
🫙🍑🌶️ SWEET + SPICY = DELICIOUS! 🌶️🍑🫙
Ready to learn the art of canning? Join Jennifer Duhon of the LSU AgCenter and discover how to make flavorful Apricot Habanero Pepper Jelly while learning safe food preservation techniques! ✨
🌱 Hands-on learning
...🫙 Safe canning methods
🍑 Sweet apricot flavor
🌶️ Spicy habanero kick
Perfect for beginners and experienced canners alike!
📍 Westside Regional Library
📅 Tues, June 30
⏰ 10 AM–12 PM
🔗 Register: https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=303275
⚠️ If registration is full, join the waitlist for a chance at an open spot!
#PlantASeedRead #SummerReading #LSUAgCenter #CanningClass #PepperJelly #FoodPreservation #LibraryPrograms #RapidesParishLibrary #WestsideRegionalLibrary 🫙🍑🌶️✨
🇺🇸📚 Celebrate America 250 Through Reading! 📚🇺🇸
What better way to celebrate America's 250th Anniversary than with a great book? ❤️🤍💙
The State Library of Louisiana has put together reading recommendations that explore the people, stories, and ...moments that helped shape our nation.
📖 Discover American history
⭐ Learn about remarkable individuals
🇺🇸 Explore diverse perspectives
📚 Find your next favorite read
✨ Celebrate 250 years of America's story
Whether you're a history buff, an avid reader, or just looking for something new to check out, there's a book waiting for you!
Stop by your local Rapides Parish Library and start your America 250 reading journey today. 📚🌟
#America250 #CelebrateAmerica #ReadingRecommendations #StateLibraryOfLouisiana #RapidesParishLibrary #AmericanHistory #LibraryReads #ReadersGrowHere #Bookstagram #HistoryLovers #ReadMoreBooks 🇺🇸📚✨❤️🤍💙
📢 Johnson Branch Temporary Closure Notice 📢
Due to storm-related building damage, the Johnson Branch is temporarily closed while repairs are underway.
We encourage patrons to visit our nearby locations for library services:
📚 McDonald Branch
📚 Westside ...Regional Library
📚 King Branch
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to safely restore the branch. Updates will be shared as they become available.
Thank you for your continued support of Rapides Parish Library. 💙
#JohnsonBranch #RapidesParishLibrary #CommunityUpdate #LibraryNews
🌟📚 WEEK 2 TEEN WINNER! 📚🌟
Congratulations to A'Lesia Sampson from King Branch, our Week 2 Teen Summer Reading Winner! 🎉💚🌱
Thank you for making reading part of your summer and helping our Plant a Seed, Read! Summer Reading Program continue to grow! ...📖✨
🌟 Week 2 Teen Winner
📚 Reading all summer long
🌱 Growing imaginations
🎉 Congratulations, A'Lesia!
Keep reading, keep growing, and keep having fun! 💚📚🌻
📱 Join Summer Reading:
https://rpl.beanstack.com/reader365
#PlantASeedRead #SummerReading2026 #RapidesParishLibrary #KingBranch #TeenWinner #ReaderSpotlight #ReadersGrowHere #GrowWithRPL 📚🌱🎉✨
🌟📚 CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WEEK 2 TEEN WINNER! 📚🌟
Let's hear it for A'Lesia Sampson from King Branch, our Week 2 Teen Summer Reading Winner! 🎉🌻📖
We're so proud of A'Lesia for participating in our Plant a Seed, Read! Summer Reading Program ...and helping our community grow one page at a time. Every book read is another step toward a lifetime of learning and adventure! 🌱✨
🌟 Week 2 Teen Winner
📚 Celebrating a love of reading
🌻 Inspiring others to keep reading
🎉 A reader worth celebrating!
Way to go, A'Lesia! Keep turning those pages and enjoying all the adventures reading has to offer! 💚📚
📱 Join Summer Reading:
https://rpl.beanstack.com/reader365
#RapidesParishLibrary #PlantASeedRead #SummerReading2026 #TeenWinner #ReaderSpotlight #ReadersGrowHere #GrowWithRPL 🌱📚✨
🌻📚 JULY IS PACKED WITH FUN AT RPL! 📚🌻
Why visit the library just once when there's something happening ALL MONTH LONG? 🌱✨
Whether you're joining our Plant a Seed, Read! Summer Reading Program, completing a scavenger hunt, trying your luck with bingo and ...raffles, swapping recipes, or relaxing with mindful coloring, there's a new adventure waiting every time you stop by! 🌼📖
🌱 Available throughout July:
📚 Summer Reading for Children, Teens & Adults
🌻 Activity Book
🎲 Summer Reading Bingo
🎟️ Summer Reading Raffle
🔎 Harvest Hunt
🌽 Estimation Station
🥣 Recipe Swap
🌿 Plant a Seed Scavenger Hunt
🖍️ Mindful Coloring for Kids & Adults
🇺🇸 Celebrate America's 250th Birthday with a month full of reading, creativity, and family fun at your library!
📅 Available through July 31
📍 Participating Rapides Parish Library locations
✨ Save this post, visit your local branch, and see how many activities you can complete this month!
#RapidesParishLibrary #PlantASeedRead #SummerReading2026 #Americas250 #JulyAtTheLibrary #ReadersGrowHere #FamilyFun #LibraryLife #CommunityStartsHere #LouisianaLibraries #ReadMore #LibraryPrograms #VisitYourLibrary 🌻📚🌱🇺🇸✨
🌻📚 THE FUN DOESN'T STOP IN JULY! 📚🌻
Looking for something fun to do all month long? We've got you covered! 🎉
Join us at Rapides Parish Library for exciting month-long activities designed for children, teens, and adults! Whether you're participating in... Summer Reading, solving scavenger hunts, coloring your stress away, or stopping by Martin and Hineston Branches for interactive activities, there's something waiting for you every time you visit.
🌱 Happening ALL MONTH long:
📚 Children's, Teen, & Adult Summer Reading Programs
🌻 Plant a Seed, Read! Activity Book
🎲 Plant a Seed, Read! Bingo
🎟️ Summer Reading Raffle
🔎 Harvest Hunt
🌽 Estimation Station
🥣 Recipe Swap
🌿 Plant a Seed Scavenger Hunt
🖍️ Mindful Coloring for Kids
☕ Mindful Coloring for Adults
📍 Activities available at participating branches throughout July—many during regular library hours!
🇺🇸 As we celebrate America's 250th Birthday, there's never been a better time to grow your love of reading, discover something new, and make memories with family and friends at your library! ❤️🤍💙
🌼 Stop by your local branch, complete activities, join Summer Reading, and see how much fun you can pack into one amazing month!
📅 Available through July 31!
#RapidesParishLibrary #PlantASeedRead #SummerReading2026 #Americas250 #JulyAtTheLibrary #FamilyFun #LibraryPrograms #ReadersGrowHere #CommunityStartsHere #LouisianaLibraries #LearnCreateExplore #VisitYourLibrary 🌻📚🌱✨🇺🇸
🇺🇸🎆 Holiday Closure Reminder 🎆🇺🇸
As we prepare to celebrate Independence Day, all Rapides Parish Library locations will be closed next Saturday, July 4, in observance of the holiday. ❤️🤍💙
📅 Closure Date:
🇺🇸 Saturday, July 4
We hope... everyone enjoys a safe and happy holiday filled with family, friends, and celebration as we honor our nation's independence! 🎇✨
📚 Need library services while we're closed?
You can still access many of your favorite library resources anytime through:
🌐 www.rpl.org
📱 The RPL Mobile App
Enjoy access to:
📖 eBooks & eAudiobooks
🎧 Digital resources
📚 Library account information
🔍 Research tools and databases
📅 Library news and events
No matter where your Fourth of July plans take you, the library is always just a click or tap away! 📱📚✨
#RapidesParishLibrary #IndependenceDay #FourthOfJuly #HolidayClosure #LibraryLife #RPLApp #America250 #RedWhiteAndBlue #LibraryAnywhere 🇺🇸📚✨
