General

You all are cordially invited to join us for our 3rd annual Dining in the Dark on Thursday, October 16, 2025. Experience a night of fun, philanthropy, live entertainment and a decadent meal with a twist - we blindfold our guests so they can take part in a unique simulation of the perils of every day working class ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families: the choice between putting food on the table or paying a utility bill.

Scan the QR code on the invitation or go to https://www.uwcl.org/dining-dark to register.

We are delighted to announce the 7th Annual Gift of Life Banquet, a special evening dedicated to celebrating hope, honoring life, and supporting the life-affirming mission of Cenla Pregnancy Center.

Homeless Outreach program. This event help to provided clothes, toiletries, and resources to the homeless. We also take information to put into a data system.

Join us for a powerful and moving presentation on the Louisiana Orphan Trains, a little-known chapter in American and Louisiana history. Guest speaker Martha Aubert from the Louisiana Orphan Train Museum will share the stories of the children who journeyed from the streets of New York to new lives in Louisiana. Discover the experiences of the orphans, the families who took them in, and the cultural impact that continues to shape communities today.

September = I CAN Month + Library Card Sign-Up Month!
Haven’t signed up for a library card yet? Now’s the perfect time!
NEW & renewing patrons will score an exclusive RPL tote bag
PLUS — you can grab a limited edition library card design to show off your library pride!
New members will be able to receive a limited edition library card design. Current members can switch to the new design; however, their library card numbers will change.
A library card unlocks…
Books
Movies & TV
Audiobooks
eBooks & digital resources

RPL's "Creative Con" is our library's friendly neighborhood Comic Con. This year's theme is Pokémon! We'll be painting baseball caps with fabric paint and stencils to make Pokémon-themed baseball caps. We will have games throughout the library such as a scavenger hunt, cosplay bingo, and Jeopardy to win themed prizes. Our cosplay contest will be at noon for a chance to win BAM gift cards. The categories are: kids (under 13), teens (13 and over), and adult for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place prizes.

Karren Y. Alexander, WGNO’s 2025 Remarkable Women Winner, will be here to highlight her book "Invisible Hand: Overcoming Obstacles and challenges." Karren was born and raised in Alexandria, Louisiana. Her journey is one that will uplift and inspire. Affectionately and proudly called a Canologist, Karren is a phenomenal conference and keynote speaker, as well as, an author, songwriter, and mentor.

Books will be available for purchase.

Mike Wynne will be doing a book signing at Westside Regional Library for his latest book, "Haunted Central Louisiana".

The public will also have the opportunity to be the very first to obtain noted author Michael Wynne's new book, "Haunted Central Louisiana," the complete and true story of the ghosts and spirits who roam forever through Central Louisiana.

Join Molly Lyles from the LSU AgCenter as she shares the basics of Growing Herbs! Learn how to plant, care for, and harvest a variety of herbs—perfect for adding fresh flavor to your meals and beauty to your garden.

What’s your game? Come show us your skills at playing board games (Checkers, Connect4, Dominoes, and Sorry!), meet new people in the community, and win bragging rights against your friends! Stop by on the 2ND Saturday of the month from 10:00am to 11:00am.