πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸŽ† Independence Day Reminder! πŸŽ†πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ

As you make plans for the Fourth of July holiday, don't forget that all Rapides Parish Library locations will be closed next Saturday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day. β€οΈπŸ€πŸ’™

πŸ“… Saturday, July 4

...Need the library while we're closed?

πŸ“± Access library resources through the RPL Mobile App
🌐 Visit www.rpl.org anytime

Enjoy access to:
πŸ“– eBooks
🎧 eAudiobooks
πŸ“š Your library account
πŸ” Online resources and databases
πŸ“… Library news and events

Whether you're traveling, relaxing at home, or watching fireworks, the library is always at your fingertips! βœ¨πŸ“±πŸ“š

#RapidesParishLibrary #FourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #HolidayClosure #RPLApp #LibraryAnywhere #America250 #RedWhiteAndBlue #LibraryLife #CelebrateAmerica πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈπŸ“šβœ¨πŸŽ†

πŸŒŸπŸ“š 1,000 MINUTES OF READING! πŸ“šπŸŒŸ

Congratulations to Paris Ventress from King Branch for reaching an incredible 1,000 minutes read in our Plant a Seed, Read! Summer Reading Program! πŸŽ‰πŸ’šπŸŒ±

Every minute spent reading helps grow imagination, knowledge, and a lifelong... love of books. Way to go, Paris! πŸ“–βœ¨

πŸ“š 1,000+ minutes read
🌻 Amazing reading milestone
🌱 Growing a love of reading
πŸŽ‰ Keep up the fantastic work!

πŸ“± Join Summer Reading:
https://rpl.beanstack.com/reader365

#PlantASeedRead #SummerReading2026 #RapidesParishLibrary #KingBranch #1000MinuteReader #ReaderSpotlight #ReadersGrowHere #GrowWithRPL πŸ“šπŸŒ±πŸŽ‰βœ¨

πŸŒŸπŸ“š 1,000 MINUTES OF READING! πŸ“šπŸŒŸ

Congratulations to Roux Ventress from King Branch for reaching an incredible 1,000 minutes read in our Plant a Seed, Read! Summer Reading Program! πŸŽ‰πŸ’šπŸŒ±

Every minute spent reading helps grow imagination, knowledge, and a lifelong ...love of books. Way to go, Roux! πŸ“–βœ¨

πŸ“š 1,000+ minutes read
🌻 Amazing reading milestone
🌱 Growing a love of reading
πŸŽ‰ Keep up the fantastic work!

πŸ“± Join Summer Reading:
https://rpl.beanstack.com/reader365

#PlantASeedRead #SummerReading2026 #RapidesParishLibrary #KingBranch #1000MinuteReader #ReaderSpotlight #ReadersGrowHere #GrowWithRPL πŸ“šπŸŒ±πŸŽ‰βœ¨

πŸŒŸπŸ“š LET'S CELEBRATE AN AMAZING READER! πŸ“šπŸŒŸ

Congratulations to Roux Ventress from King Branch, who has reached the incredible milestone of 1,000 minutes read in our Plant a Seed, Read! Summer Reading Program! πŸŽ‰πŸŒ»πŸ“–

Every page turned helps our Summer Reading ...garden bloom, and Roux's dedication is a wonderful reminder that reading opens the door to endless adventures and lifelong learning. 🌱✨

πŸ“š 1,000+ minutes read
🌟 Incredible reading milestone
🌻 Growing a love of books
πŸŽ‰ A reader worth celebrating!

Way to go, Roux! We are so proud of your accomplishment and can't wait to see what you'll read next! πŸ’šπŸ“šπŸŒΌ

πŸ“± Join Summer Reading:
https://rpl.beanstack.com/reader365

#RapidesParishLibrary #PlantASeedRead #SummerReading2026 #1000MinuteReader #ReaderSpotlight #ReadersGrowHere #GrowWithRPL πŸŒ±πŸ“šβœ¨

🍳✨ FOODIES, THIS ONE'S FOR YOU! ✨🍳

Come hungry and join us for a delicious evening of cooking, tasting, and inspiration at Main Library!

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Live cooking demo
🍽️ Tasty samples
πŸ“š Cookbook recommendations
✨ FREE to attend

πŸ“ ...Main Library
πŸ“… July 6
⏰ 5:30 PM–7:30 PM

⚠️ Registration required:
https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=330656

πŸ“ž 318-445-2411

#ForTheLoveOfFood #RapidesParishLibrary #FoodieFun #CookingDemo #LibraryPrograms #PlantASeedRead #SummerReading2026 🍳🍽️✨

🍳✨ Calling All Food Lovers! ✨🍳

Join us at Rapides Parish Library for an evening of delicious food, live cooking demonstrations, and culinary inspiration!

Our talented local chef will share mouthwatering recipes, helpful kitchen tips, and cooking techniques while you ...enjoy samples and discover cookbooks from our collection that can help you recreate the magic at home.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Live cooking demonstration
🍽️ Recipe samples
πŸ“š Cookbook inspiration
✨ Free and fun for food lovers

πŸ“ Main Library
πŸ“… Monday, July 6
⏰ 5:30 PM–7:30 PM

⚠️ Registration is required as space is limited:
https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=330656

πŸ“ž For more information, call 318-445-2411.

Bring a friend, come hungry, and get ready for a delicious evening at your library!

#RapidesParishLibrary #ForTheLoveOfFood #CookingDemo #FoodieFun #PlantASeedRead #SummerReading2026 #LibraryPrograms 🍳🍽️✨

🐟✨ Calling all food lovers! ✨🐟

Join local expert Mike Wallace and discover the delicious Scandinavian tradition of homemade gravlax!

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Live cooking demonstration
🌿 Traditional curing techniques
🐟 Expert tips & tricks
🍽️ Kitchen ...inspiration

πŸ“ Westside Regional Library
πŸ“… Tuesday, July 7
⏰ 1:00 PM–3:30 PM

⚠️ Registration required:
https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=354360

πŸ“ž 318-442-2483

Come hungry, learn something new, and get inspired to try a new recipe at home!

#RapidesParishLibrary #WestsideRegionalLibrary #CuredToPerfection #Gravlax #CookingDemo #FoodieFun #LibraryPrograms 🐟🍽️✨

🐟🍽️ Discover the Art of Homemade Gravlax! 🍽️🐟

Looking to expand your culinary skills? Join us at Westside Regional Library for a unique cooking demonstration with local expert Mike Wallace!

Learn the rich Scandinavian tradition of making gravlax as Mike shares ...techniques for selecting salmon, balancing herbs and seasonings, curing methods, and creative serving ideas perfect for brunches, appetizers, and special occasions.

🐟 Learn a traditional culinary technique
🌿 Discover the history of gravlax
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ³ Pick up expert cooking tips
🍽️ Get inspired in the kitchen

πŸ“ Westside Regional Library
πŸ“… Tuesday, July 7
⏰ 1:00 PM–3:30 PM

⚠️ Registration is required as seating is limited:
https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=354360

πŸ“ž For more information, call 318-442-2483.

Whether you're an adventurous home cook or simply love learning about food, this is a program you won't want to miss!

#RapidesParishLibrary #WestsideRegionalLibrary #CuredToPerfection #Gravlax #CookingDemo #FoodieFun #LibraryPrograms 🐟🍽️✨

🐰🎭 Missed Main Library's show this morning? 🎭🐰

Don't worryβ€”there's still ONE MORE chance to see Harvey Rabbit & Friends before the tour wraps up! πŸŽ‰βœ¨

πŸ“ Lecompte Town Hall
1302 Weems Ave.
Lecompte, LA 71346

⏰ Today at 2:00 ...PM

Join us for the final performance of the week and enjoy:

🐰 Favorite characters
🀣 Big laughs
🎢 Music and audience participation
πŸ’š Fun for the whole family

Don't miss your last opportunity to catch one of the highlights of Summer Reading 2026! πŸŒ±πŸ“šβœ¨

We'll see you at the Lecompte Town Hall! πŸ°πŸŽ­πŸ’š

#HarveyRabbitAndFriends #PlantASeedRead #SummerReading2026 #RapidesParishLibrary #FamilyFun #LibraryEntertainment 🐰✨