EATEL Community Connection

Teen Open Mic at the Library!

Calling talented teens—it’s time for another great round of entertainment at the public library. Bring your talent and 10 minutes of material, or two songs, to perform in front of a crowd. On Tuesday, May 22, in Dutchtown, from 6:30 to 7:30, come listen and play in a supportive setting and have fun all at once. No registration is required, but time is limited. Refreshments are provided. Call Ascension Parish Library in Dutchtown at 673-8699 for more information.

“Sweet Dreams: a Toddler Storytime”

Parents, if you’ve always wanted to enjoy Toddler Storytime at Ascension Parish Library in Donaldsonville, but were unable because of your hectic schedule, here’s your chance!   “Sweet Dreams,” will be on Tuesday evening, May 29 at 6:30 PM.  Come experience all the stories, songs, and fun along with your little ones, from walking age to 2-years-old.  Don’t miss this special storytime under the stars!  Registration is required, so call 473-8052 to reserve your spot today!

eReader Individual Instruction Sessions

You may have heard that your library now offers eBooks.  You know that these books are available for your iPad, Kindle, or Nook but have no idea how to access them.  Maybe you tried to download one or two but ran into trouble. Whatever your issue, call the Ascension Parish Library in Dutchtown at 673-8699 and schedule your free individual instruction session today.  Bring in your device on Thursday, May 24, for a 30 minute tutorial on our eReader-friendly services and personal instruction on how to use them with your reader. There are a limited number of sessions available, so call and register today.  All instruction sessions are free.

Instruction sessions are by appointment only.

To schedule an appointment call 673-8699.

Instruction sessions last for half an hour.  Sessions start and end promptly.

Step by Step:  Line Dancing Made Easy

The Electric Slide.  The Stroll.  The Tush Push.  From wedding receptions to family reunions, line dancing’s got the party rockin’ from coast to coast!  Ever wish you could join the fun, but just don’t know how?  We’re playing your song!  Dust off those dancing shoes and boot, scoot and boogie on down to Ascension Parish Library in Galvez for “Step by Step:  Line Dancing Made Easy” on Tuesday, May 22, at 6:30 p.m.  Instructor Vicki Viverito, captain of her high school dance team and a veteran of local dance contests, will be on hand to guide you every step of the way to a toe-tappin’, foot-stompin’ good time.  Registration is required, so call 622-3339 and reserve your spot on the dance floor today!  And 5, 6, 7, 8…

**Ongoing events:

Storytime at the Library

A child is never too young to learn to read.  In fact, research shows that reading to young children from birth significantly increases their chances of thriving in school.  It is through the sharing of books and language that young children develop the reading skills needed to be ready to read.  Through its seasonal storytime series, the Ascension Parish Library introduces young children to letters, words, and sounds through a variety of fun-filled programs designed to help foster early literacy skills.  Library storytimes are rich with activities designed to entertain and introduce young children to the English language.

This spring, the Ascension Parish Library starts its next series of storytime programs for young children.  Four types of storytimes are offered based on the needs of the developing child:

Lap-sit Storytime

Toddler Storytime

Preschool Storytime

Bilingual Storytime

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 the Ascension Parish Library in Gonzales at 647-3955, in Donaldsonville at 473-8052, in Galvez at 622-3339, or in Dutchtown at 673-8699.

Here are the scheduled storytimes:

Lap-sit Storytime

Thursdays          February 9- March 29 10:00 a.m. Gonzales & Dutchtown

Toddler Storytime

Tuesdays            February 7- March 27*         10:00 a.m. Galvez

*Storytime will not be held on February 21 in Galvez due to the library being closed for Mardi Gras.

Wednesdays                February 8- March 28 10:00 a.m.           Gonzales, Donaldsonville, & Dutchtown

Preschool Storytime   

Tuesdays            February 7- March 27*         11:00 a.m. Galvez

*Storytime will not be held on February 21 in Galvez due to the library being closed for Mardi Gras.

Wednesdays                February 8- March 28 11:00 a.m.           Gonzales & Dutchtown

Bilingual Storytime

Thursdays          February 9- March 29 11:00 a.m. Gonzales

SCORE Offers Free Counseling at the Library

Ascension Parish Library and SCORE – Baton Rouge offer free, on-site counseling in Ascension Parish for new business start-ups and mentoring for existing businesses.  Counseling sessions are held at two library locations each month by appointment: the first Tuesday morning and third Tuesday afternoon at the library in Gonzales and the second Wednesday morning and third Wednesday afternoon at the library in Dutchtown.

This year, SCORE will begin expanding its education opportunities in the community for small businesses with a new QuickSTART Program and a stronger Community Alliance Program. These New Programs will help SCORE become even more valuable resource in our community.

To learn more visit the SCORE WEB SITE AT www.scorebr.org.  To schedule a counseling appointment, call (225) 381-7130 or toll-free (877) 381-7130 and specify which library location you prefer: Gonzales or Dutchtown.