Summer at the Library: Incentives for Reading, Art Classes, Entertaining Performers and So Much More!

Stacie Davis
May 25
2 min read

Summer 2025 is here, and the West Feliciana Parish Library is bursting with activities, programs, and community events for all ages! Whether you’re looking to beat the heat with a good book or dive into a hands-on workshop, there’s something for everyone at WFPL this June and July.

Summer Reading is for EVERYONE! 🌞

From toddlers to teens to grown-ups, everyone can join our Summer Reading Program. Here’s how:

Sign Up: Visit us in person or head to wfplibrary.org/summer.
Get Your Reading Log: Pick one up at the library or download a printable version online.
Track Your Reading: All reading counts — books, audiobooks, cereal boxes, bedtime stories — you name it.
Claim Your Prizes: Exchange reading time for raffle tickets or prizes. Kids, teens, and adults have different prize options, so everyone gets in on the fun!

🗓️Final day to turn in reading logs is Friday, July 31, and winners will be announced Friday, August 7.

Weekly Highlights: Events You Don’t Want to Miss

Family Programs – Wednesdays at 11AM

Safari Station (June 4): Snakes, lizards, and tortoises—oh my!
Mitch the Magician (June 11): Laughs, magic, and squeaky-clean fun.
Taylor Swift Tribute (June 18): Dance party included.
Crescent Circus (July 9): Magic + Circus + Comedy = YES.
The Dinosaur Experience (July 30): Nash the dino is ready to meet you!

Kids' Art Workshops 🎨 – Thursdays at 10AM (Ages 8–12, registration required)

June 26: Decoupage
July 3: Georgia O’Keeffe
July 17: Clementine Hunter
July 24: Watercolors
July 31: Blue Dog Painting

Teen Nights – Tuesdays 5:30–7:30PM

Snacks, crafts, games, anime, movies — just good vibes (and a signed form from Molly Porter).

Adults After Hours – Fridays 6–8PM (Registration Required)

June 13: Mixed Media Coasters
June 27: Collage with Pop Artist Michael Albert
July 11: Painted Vinyl Record Art
July 25: Upcycled Magazine Bowls

Ongoing Groups & Clubs

From Ukulele Jammers to the Rotary Club, we’ve got weekly and monthly gatherings for music lovers, language learners, stitchers, writers, and more. Check the full calendar at wfplibrary.org/events.

Note: All programs are free and open to the public, but seating is limited and intended for families — we’re not able to accommodate camps or daycares.

Let this summer be your season of stories, creativity, and community. Stop by the library — we can’t wait to see you!