We are closely monitoring TS / Hurricane Gustav. At this time, necessary preparations are being made to secure the facilities.
As of Thursday, August 28th at 3:30 PM, no library closings are planned, with the exception of Monday, September 1st - Labor Day. However, this could change.
Please monitor this page, as we will post any updates here for staff and public.
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Thursday, July 17, 2008
What's new?
Thank you for your use and support of the Lafayette Public Library System.
Here's what's new.
North Regional Library opened on September 29, 2007. The Library serves North Lafayette Parish and is
located at 5101 N. University in Carencro, next to the Carencro Community
Center.
South Regional Library is currently under construction. A late 2008 opening is anticipated.
The Main Library renovation is currently in the planning stages.
Discussions on where to locate the future East Regional Library and the future West Regional Library are underway.
Saturday July 19th election
The Library has a proposition on the ballot this Saturday, July 19th. It is
a renewal of an existing property tax millage at 1.61 mills, and is dedicated solely to the support and operations of the Library.
It is covered by homestead exemption. Residents of the city of Lafayette, the municipalities (Broussard, Carencro, Duson, Scott, and Youngsville), and the unincorporated areas (including Milton and other parts of the parish) all support the library with this property tax. The Library offers 10 physical locations throughout Lafayette Parish, including the city of Lafayette, Broussard, Carencro, Duson, Milton, Scott, and Youngsville as well as our e-services.
July programs: Many children's, teen, and adult programs will occur over
the next few weeks as we wind down our 2008 Summer Reading. Check them out
Reminder notices - we are emailing you library reminder notices several
days before your items are due. The link in the notice lets you quickly get
to our site where you can renew if necessary.
Text message Library notices - A free, third party service, not affiliated with the Lafayette Public Library, is being used successfully by some library patrons who refer receiving text messages on their cell phones. Note, carriers may charge a fee for text messages -- check with your carrier for relevant fees.
This service is called "Library Elf". The web site is http://www.libraryelf.com and the link to signing up as a Lafayette Public Library user is http://tinyurl.com/lpllibraryelf. The service is free, but be sure to read the privacy policy and terms on their web site, as well as their FAQs.
Book Club Kits to Go - Are you in a book club? The Lafayette Public
Library offers book kits for your club's use. Thirteen titles are currently available and we plan to add titles each year. Each kit has 10 copies of the book as well as a discussion guide. To reserve a kit or join inquire about Book Discussion Groups, please contact the Main Library at 261-5787. Thanks to the Friends of the Library for funding our Book Club Kits project.
Audio books - The Library offers online, interactive audiobooks for
children (Tumblebooks).
The Library offers over 200 audio titles in Playaway format. Each title is circulated on an individual mp3 type player that can be checked out for 3 weeks (you use your own headphones and AAA battery for the device).
The Library now offers downloadable titles from Overdrive compatible with Windows pcs and portable audio devices (mp3 players) capable of supporting Windows Media Player 9 and higher. Although the service does not currently support the iPod format, we hope to offer that when Overdrive makes it available to us. The service has been very popular in the 3 months since it began. You may have to place a hold on an e-audio title if it is currently checked out by another patron.
We continue to offer over 2000 book titles on CD. More information about
Tumblebooks, Playaway, and Overdrive can be found here.
Computers and Internet -- Our Internet connection has been 'super-sized'.
We have a 50 mbps connection to the Internet. The public can reserve a
computer to access the Internet or use one of the many library databases or
application software packages we have available. A library card is needed
to use a library computer. All library locations also offer wi-fi if you
wish to use your own laptop or pda while in the Library.
Here's what's new.
North Regional Library opened on September 29, 2007. The Library serves North Lafayette Parish and is
located at 5101 N. University in Carencro, next to the Carencro Community
Center.
South Regional Library is currently under construction. A late 2008 opening is anticipated.
The Main Library renovation is currently in the planning stages.
Discussions on where to locate the future East Regional Library and the future West Regional Library are underway.
Saturday July 19th election
The Library has a proposition on the ballot this Saturday, July 19th. It is
a renewal of an existing property tax millage at 1.61 mills, and is dedicated solely to the support and operations of the Library.
It is covered by homestead exemption. Residents of the city of Lafayette, the municipalities (Broussard, Carencro, Duson, Scott, and Youngsville), and the unincorporated areas (including Milton and other parts of the parish) all support the library with this property tax. The Library offers 10 physical locations throughout Lafayette Parish, including the city of Lafayette, Broussard, Carencro, Duson, Milton, Scott, and Youngsville as well as our e-services.
July programs: Many children's, teen, and adult programs will occur over
the next few weeks as we wind down our 2008 Summer Reading. Check them out
Reminder notices - we are emailing you library reminder notices several
days before your items are due. The link in the notice lets you quickly get
to our site where you can renew if necessary.
Text message Library notices - A free, third party service, not affiliated with the Lafayette Public Library, is being used successfully by some library patrons who refer receiving text messages on their cell phones. Note, carriers may charge a fee for text messages -- check with your carrier for relevant fees.
This service is called "Library Elf". The web site is http://www.libraryelf.com and the link to signing up as a Lafayette Public Library user is http://tinyurl.com/lpllibraryelf. The service is free, but be sure to read the privacy policy and terms on their web site, as well as their FAQs.
Book Club Kits to Go - Are you in a book club? The Lafayette Public
Library offers book kits for your club's use. Thirteen titles are currently available and we plan to add titles each year. Each kit has 10 copies of the book as well as a discussion guide. To reserve a kit or join inquire about Book Discussion Groups, please contact the Main Library at 261-5787. Thanks to the Friends of the Library for funding our Book Club Kits project.
Audio books - The Library offers online, interactive audiobooks for
children (Tumblebooks).
The Library offers over 200 audio titles in Playaway format. Each title is circulated on an individual mp3 type player that can be checked out for 3 weeks (you use your own headphones and AAA battery for the device).
The Library now offers downloadable titles from Overdrive compatible with Windows pcs and portable audio devices (mp3 players) capable of supporting Windows Media Player 9 and higher. Although the service does not currently support the iPod format, we hope to offer that when Overdrive makes it available to us. The service has been very popular in the 3 months since it began. You may have to place a hold on an e-audio title if it is currently checked out by another patron.
We continue to offer over 2000 book titles on CD. More information about
Tumblebooks, Playaway, and Overdrive can be found here.
Computers and Internet -- Our Internet connection has been 'super-sized'.
We have a 50 mbps connection to the Internet. The public can reserve a
computer to access the Internet or use one of the many library databases or
application software packages we have available. A library card is needed
to use a library computer. All library locations also offer wi-fi if you
wish to use your own laptop or pda while in the Library.
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Another successful Friends' Author Dinner
Author Dinners were not held in 2005 and 2006. Last night, the Friends of the Library brought back the Author Dinner in style -- complete with crime scene body outlines and tape, and featuring New Orleans mystery writer Julie Smith. Julie spoke of the start of her writing career and her early love of books and libraries. She also showed us her PI badge & license! She is as personable and enjoyable as her books.
Alverta Hasling, Friends President, recognized two outstanding Friends members for the years between Author Dinners: Lee Dotson (Friend of the Year for 2005) and Sue Roberts (Friend of the Year for 2006). Dee Nolan, Friends Secretary, eloquently announced this year's Friend of the Year -- Bobbie Dunbar. Bobbie serves as Friends Treasurer in addition to her many other volunteer, professional, and family activities and commitments.
Afterwards, Julie signed copies of New Orleans Noir, a compilation of short stories about the city - both Pre-K and Post-Katrina - written by New Orleans authors. Proceeds from the sale of the book benefit literacy and libraries in the New Orleans area. Thanks again to Greg Mouton with Barnes & Noble for participating.
Kudos to Pat Hebert and her committee for the wonderful event!
Alverta Hasling, Friends President, recognized two outstanding Friends members for the years between Author Dinners: Lee Dotson (Friend of the Year for 2005) and Sue Roberts (Friend of the Year for 2006). Dee Nolan, Friends Secretary, eloquently announced this year's Friend of the Year -- Bobbie Dunbar. Bobbie serves as Friends Treasurer in addition to her many other volunteer, professional, and family activities and commitments.
Afterwards, Julie signed copies of New Orleans Noir, a compilation of short stories about the city - both Pre-K and Post-Katrina - written by New Orleans authors. Proceeds from the sale of the book benefit literacy and libraries in the New Orleans area. Thanks again to Greg Mouton with Barnes & Noble for participating.
Kudos to Pat Hebert and her committee for the wonderful event!
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