Rapides Parish Library to Participate in Free Legal Assistance Program
Louisiana State Bar Association
Rapides Parish Library is participating in the statewide Lawyers in Libraries program beginning Monday, Oct. 26. The initiative, held during National Celebrate Pro Bono Week, connects residents with volunteer attorneys who provide brief consultations about civil legal matters. The Louisiana State Bar Association says the program includes in-person and telephone consultations, generally lasting 15-20 minutes, along with information about additional legal assistance resources. This year’s statewide program runs Oct. 26-31. Residents interested in participating should contact Rapides Parish Library for local scheduling and registration information.
Cenla Authors’ Club to Feature Barry Jean Ancelet Thursday
Rapides Parish Library
The Cenla Authors’ Club will welcome French cultural scholar Barry Jean Ancelet as its featured speaker Thursday, Oct. 22, at 6 p.m. at Westside Regional Library, 5416 Provine Place in Alexandria. Ancelet is recognized for his work documenting and preserving Louisiana’s French language, Cajun traditions and regional folklore. The free gathering is open to writers of all experience levels and genres, including those interested in beginning their first writing project. The meeting provides an opportunity for Central Louisiana residents to explore writing, storytelling and Louisiana’s cultural heritage.
Rapides Parish Library to Offer Beekeeping Program Saturday
Rapides Parish Library
Rapides Parish Library will offer a program titled “The Basics of Beekeeping” Saturday, Oct. 24, at 10:30 a.m. at the Robertson Branch. The program is open to participants ages 10 and older and is included in the library’s schedule of educational activities for children, teens and adults. The session offers an opportunity for residents interested in learning about beekeeping to explore the subject through a local library program. Residents can consult the Rapides Parish Library events calendar for additional program information and registration details.
Rapides Parish Library Schedules Halloween Activities for Children
Rapides Parish Library
Rapides Parish Library has several Halloween-themed activities scheduled this weekend. The Hineston Branch will host “Monster Mayhem!” Friday, Oct. 23, at 3:30 p.m., while the Main Library will hold a costume contest Saturday, Oct. 24, beginning at 10 a.m. The costume contest is listed for children ages 13 and younger. The activities are part of the library system’s October programming, which includes seasonal crafts, educational sessions and children’s events at branches throughout Rapides Parish. Families can review the library’s events calendar for additional information.
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