Did you know that Storytime begins at birth? Ascension Parish Library offers a variety of storytimes for children from birth through age five. All of our storytimes are fun, interactive, and engaging, and promote early literacy skills. We’ll make learning fun, and your child’s face will light up with excitement as they sing along with their favorite songs and participate in interactive picture books. Storytime is also great for boosting your child’s social confidence, and you’ll be amazed at how much they come out of their shells in just a few short weeks as they interact with other children and with our staff. Children are not the only ones who benefit from the social aspects of storytime. As a parent, you’ll to get to know other parents who have children of a similar age and stage.
    Babytime is for babies from birth through 18 months old. It’s an excellent chance for babies and caregivers to bond over books. Babytime is fast paced and energetic, and includes interactive board books and a variety of songs and fingerplays for babies and caregivers to enjoy together. Babytime will be held on Thursdays at 10:00 AM from October 3 through November 21 in Gonzales and Dutchtown.
    Registration is required for all storytimes. Parents can register their child in advance by either calling or visiting the library. For more information on these fun-filled, educational programs, please contact Ascension Parish Library in Gonzales at 647-3955, in Donaldsonville at 473-8052, in Galvez at 622-3339, or in Dutchtown at 673-8699.

    Did you know that Storytime begins at birth? Ascension Parish Library offers a variety of storytimes for children from birth through age five. All of our storytimes are fun, interactive, and engaging, and promote early literacy skills. We’ll make learning fun, and your child’s face will light up with excitement as they sing along with their favorite songs and participate in interactive picture books. Storytime is also great for boosting your child’s social confidence, and you’ll be amazed at how much they come out of their shells in just a few short weeks as they interact with other children and with our staff. Children are not the only ones who benefit from the social aspects of storytime. As a parent, you’ll to get to know other parents who have children of a similar age and stage.
    Toddler Storytime is for active, adventurous, wiggly toddlers, from 15 months old through age 2. We’ll entertain your toddler, and make learning fun, as you participate with them and soak up quality time together. Toddler Storytime will be held on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM from October 2 through November 20 at all locations.
    Registration is required for all storytimes. Parents can register their child in advance by either calling or visiting the library. For more information on these fun-filled, educational programs, please contact Ascension Parish Library in Gonzales at 647-3955, in Donaldsonville at 473-8052, in Galvez at 622-3339, or in Dutchtown at 673-8699.

    Did you know that Storytime begins at birth? Ascension Parish Library offers a variety of storytimes for children from birth through age five. All of our storytimes are fun, interactive, and engaging, and promote early literacy skills. We’ll make learning fun, and your child’s face will light up with excitement as they sing along with their favorite songs and participate in interactive picture books. Storytime is also great for boosting your child’s social confidence, and you’ll be amazed at how much they come out of their shells in just a few short weeks as they interact with other children and with our staff. Children are not the only ones who benefit from the social aspects of storytime. As a parent, you’ll to get to know other parents who have children of a similar age and stage.
    Preschool Storytime is for children ages 3 through 5. These storytimes are an exciting half-hour of stories, songs, and active play. Children attend Preschool Storytime on their own, without their parents. This helps them prepare for attending Preschool or Kindergarten on their own, and gives them a great sense of independence. Preschool Storytime will be held on Wednesdays at 11:00 AM from October 2 through November 20 in Gonzales, Galvez, and Dutchtown.
    Registration is required for all storytimes. Parents can register their child in advance by either calling or visiting the library. For more information on these fun-filled, educational programs, please contact Ascension Parish Library in Gonzales at 647-3955, in Donaldsonville at 473-8052, in Galvez at 622-3339, or in Dutchtown at 673-8699.

Have you ever wanted to try your hand at poetry, but that blank piece of paper made it tough to get started?  Blackout poetry combines words and art to make a one-of-a-kind creation using existing text.  Starting with pages of writing, cover up chosen words with simple lines or drawings, leaving a poem behind!  During the month of October, Ascension Parish Library branches in Donaldsonville and Galvez will have recycled book pages and markers available to get you started.  Continue in the spirit of September’s Banned Books Week by turning censorship on its head — use it to create a new work of art!

Want to give it a try?  Stop by our Donaldsonville or Galvez locations to create your poem and earn a small prize.  For more information, please call Donaldsonville at 473-8052 or Galvez at 622-3339.

Singers, songwriters, poets and musicians. . . If you have a skill that you want to show off, we have a microphone and an audience waiting for you! Bring your talent and 10 minutes of material to Ascension Parish Library in Dutchtown on Tuesday, October 29, at 6:30 PM.  Express yourself!  Listen and play in a supportive setting.  Although you must be a teen in grades 6-12 to perform, friends and family are welcome to attend and watch.  Registration is not required.  For more information, contact Ascension Parish Library in Dutchtown at 673-8699.

Calling all children and teens in third through twelfth grade! Voice your opinion on your favorite books at the Ascension Parish Library by casting your vote in the Louisiana Young Readers’ Choice Award (LYRC) and Louisiana Teen Readers’ Choice Award (LTRC) contests.  LYRC and LTRC were established by the State Library of Louisiana to find out which books you like best!

Several titles have been nominated for three different age ranges, third – fifth grade, sixth - eighth grade, and ninth – twelfth grade. The lists include popular books by award-winning authors, and we want to know which are your favorites!  Anyone who wishes to vote must read two - three of the nominated titles for their grade level before voting. Votes must be submitted no later than January 27, 2020. Voting began on November 1, 2019.

For further information about this program, please contact the Ascension Parish Library in Donaldsonville at 473-8052, in Dutchtown at 673-8699, in Galvez at 622-3339, or in Gonzales at 647-3955.

 

Hey tweens, the popular online video game comes to life at Ascension Parish Library! Drop in, scavenge for materials, and try to be the last one standing! Join the Fortnite Battle Royale on Saturday, November 2 at 10:30 AM in Galvez, Tuesday, November 19 at 4:30 PM in Donaldsonville, Saturday, November 23 at 10:30 in Gonzales, or Tuesday November 26 at 4:00 PM in Dutchtown. Dance when victory is yours!