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April is an exciting time for Libraries across the United States!
Kicking off April is School Library Month is the American Association of School Librarians' celebration of school librarians and school libraries. Every April school librarians are encouraged to host activities to help their school and local community celebrate the essential role that strong school libraries play in transforming learning. The AASL efforts for a national School Library Month were spearheaded by Lucille Thomas, chair of the School Library Media Month Committee. Thomas was appointed by President Judy King in 1983. Their work came to fruition on April 1, 1985, when AASL officials, local and national dignitaries got the first School Library Month off to a rousing start with a ceremony on the west steps of the U.S. Capitol.
Learn more about the history of School Library Month.
Check out more exciting Library events happening this April:
- School Librarian Day: April 4
- National Library Week: April 23-29
- National Library Workers Day: April 25
- National Library Outreach Day: April 26
Celebration Days During National Library Week
Monday, April 24: Right to Read Day, the State of America's Libraries Report is released, including Top Ten Frequently Challenged Books of 2022.
Tuesday, April 25:
National Library Workers Day, a day for library staff, users, administrators, and Friends groups to recognize the valuable contributions made by all library workers.
Wednesday, April 26: National Library Outreach Day (formerly National Bookmobile Day), a day to celebrate library outreach and the dedicated library professionals who are meeting their patrons where they are.
Thursday, April 27:
Take Action for Libraries Day, a day to rally advocates to support libraries.
We'd take the opportunity to highlight some of the more unique items the DeSoto Parish Library has available to check out ... other than books!
Things available from the library you might come across:
... AND MORE!
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Did you know...?
The Main Branch Library has a program just for tweens and teens?! It's called Mansfield Youth Connection and they meet every Thursdays from 4 - 5 p.m. The program is designed for ages 10 through 15! It's a great way for kids to meet and hang out! For more information, please call (318) 872-6100! |
The Logansport Branch Library and the Pelican Branch Library does a Youth Afternoon Movie every third Saturday at 11:30 a.m.?! The program is designed for youth grades 6 through 12! Enjoy a great family movie with popcorn and drinks! For more information, please call (318) 755-2353! |
Main Library Highlights:
Children's Area
Children Services and Programming
Teen Area
Teen Services and Programming
Homework Help
Mansfield Friends of the Library
Copy/Fax Services
History Room
Free WiFi
Free eResources (available 24/7)
Homebound Services
Meeting Rooms
Did you know the library also have Book Clubs you can join?
Mansfield Books & Biscuits Nonnie's Place, Grand Cane 8334 Highway 171 Meets on the 1st Tuesday of Month @ 11:30am Call (318) 858-3368 for Reservations |
Sabine River Book Club Logansport Branch 203 Hwy. 5 Meets on the 4th Monday of Month @ 10:30am Call (318) 697-2311 for More Information | Pelican Book Worms Pelican Branch 145 Washington Ave. Meets on the 3rd Tuesday of Month @ 4:30 PM Call (318) 755-2353 for More Information |
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Wait! There's More!
The library, of course, also has plenty more to discover, from books to DVDs to fun events like the Kid's Cooking Class with Shelly Duplantis (Yum!)
All four branches provide FREE Story Hours
EVERY Wednesday!
Story time is for young children and includes singing, dancing, arts and crafts, and stories!
Mansfield Branch Library 109 Crosby St. Mansfield, LA 71052 Wednesday at 10 a.m. (318) 872-6100 Children's Librarian - Darron Spencer | Logansport Branch Library 203 Hwy. 5 Logansport, LA 71049 Wednesday at 10 a.m. (318) 697-2311 Children's Librarian - Diane Pitts | ||
Pelican Branch Library 145 Washington Avenue Pelican, LA 71063 Wednesday at 10 a.m. (318) 755-2353 Children's Librarian - Lartishia Jackson | Stonewall Branch Library 808 Hwy. 171 Stonewall, LA 71078 Wednesday at 10 a.m. (318) 925-9191 Children's Librarian - Rebecca Fatheree |
You can always find all the library events on our Macaroni KID Mansfield, LA calendar!
Community Outreach Program Alert!
Stonewall Branch has an “Outreach Program” to local daycares. If you would like to be added to our local "Outreach Program" please call (319) 925-9191 to learn more!
Interested in getting a library card?
Getting a library card can be an exciting time for children!
It unlocks the world of so much available information!
... Okay, ready?
Let's Sign-Up for a Library Card!
Stop by DeSoto Parish Library during National Library Week and explore!
What interesting thing can you find to take home?
Mansfield Branch Library 109 Crosby Street Mansfield, LA 71052 p: (318) 872-6100 f: (318) 872-6120 | Logansport Branch Library 203 Hwy. 5 Logansport, LA 71049 p: (318) 697-2311 f: (318) 697-4081 | Pelican Branch Library 145 Washington Avenue Pelican, LA 71063 p: (318) 755-2353 f: (318) 755-2031 | Stonewall Branch Library 808 Hwy. 171 Stonewall, LA 71078 p: (318) 925-9191 f: (318) 925-3392 |
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