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Carnegie Memorial Branch

Our downtown Lake Charles branch offers story time and craft activities.

exterior Carnegie Memorial Branch building

411 Pujo Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
337-721-7084
Madison Miller, Branch Manager
carnstaff@calcasieulibrary.org

Parking is available in lots on the south and west sides near City Hall. Pujo Street is one-way eastbound.

Explore the history of the Carnegie Memorial Branch.

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We're closed Friday October 09 due to Staff Development Day


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We're closed Friday October 09 due to Staff Development Day
Mon, Oct 05 Closed
(renovations)
Tue, Oct 06 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Oct 07 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Oct 08 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, Oct 09 Closed
(Staff Development Day)
Sat, Oct 10 Closed
Sun, Oct 11 Closed

Branch Programs
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Tue, Oct 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Swish and flick! Create your very own magical wand! Whether you're a wizard-in-training, a fantasy fan, or just love crafting, this is the perfect opportunity to design a wand that's uniquely yours. Registration is required.

Wed, Oct 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carnegie Memorial Children's Area
Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.

Wed, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carnegie Memorial / Genealogy Community Room
Turn everyday egg cartons into spooky works of art! Teens are invited to combine artistic expression with sustainable crafting by transforming everyday egg cartons into one-of-a-kind ghost portraits.

Thu, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Inspired by "Are You My Monster?" by Amanda Noll, children will use their creativity to design and make their very own monster. Whether silly, spooky, or friendly, each monster is sure to be one of a kind! Registration is required.

Fri, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Carnegie Memorial / Genealogy Community Room
Start your engines and join us for a fun-filled Drive-In Movie experience! Children will create and decorate their very own box car, then "drive" on over to enjoy a movie from the comfort of their handmade ride. We'll even serve movie snacks to complete the experience. Who's ready for popcorn?

Fri, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens will learn how to make their very own zines (little magazines)! What's it about? Up to you! Make a zine featuring your favorite band, about your summer vacation, or whatever you are currently obsessed with! Supplies will be provided; all we're missing is you! Registration is required.

Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for a spook-tacular crafting adventure! Inspired by "The Legend of Spookley the Square Pumpkin" by Joe Troiano, children can create their own Jack-O-Lantern from a cardboard box. Registration is required.
Registration is now closed

Rescheduled
Mon, Oct 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Monday, November 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Calling all teen gamers! Ready to race? Join us for a fun and friendly Mario Kart Tournament! Compete against fellow gamers, show off your skills, and enjoy an exciting afternoon of racing. Registration is required.

Wed, Oct 21, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carnegie Memorial Children's Area
Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.

Fri, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carnegie Memorial / Genealogy Community Room
Join us and let those creative sparks fly by creating your own keychains using shrink plastic! Supplies and refreshments will be provided; all we're missing is you. Registration is required.

Mon, Oct 26, 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Celebrate the beauty of fall by painting your own wooden ornament. Create a personalized fall-themed decoration featuring pumpkins, leaves, acorns, or other seasonal designs. Come for a relaxing, beginner-friendly program that sparks your creativity while making a unique piece of fall decor.

Wed, Oct 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carnegie Memorial Children's Area
Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.

Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carnegie Memorial Children's Area
Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.

Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carnegie Memorial Children's Area
Create a DIY Time Capsule with your old shoeboxes! Preserve special memories by filling a shoebox with keepsakes for the future. Children will complete an "All About Me" sheet, and families are encouraged to add letters, photos, and other meaningful mementos. Registration is required.

Thu, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carnegie Memorial / Genealogy Community Room
Add a personal touch to your holiday gifts! Join us for a fun and festive craft session where you'll create your own handmade gift tags. Get creative with colors, designs, and decor while making tags that are sure to make every present feel extra special for that special someone!

Fri, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Join us for some bean-tastic fun! Children will use a variety of dried beans to create colorful mosaics. This hands-on craft encourages creativity, strengthens fine motor skills, and introduces participants to different types of beans and where they come from. Registration is required.
Registration opens Friday, October 23 2026 at 4:00pm

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carnegie Memorial / Genealogy Community Room
Create your very own scarecrow! Join us for a hands-on craft where you'll use popsicle sticks to build a festive fall friend while practicing fine motor skills.

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Calling all teen gamers! Ready to race? Join us for a fun and friendly Mario Kart Tournament! Compete against fellow gamers, show off your skills, and enjoy an exciting afternoon of racing. Registration is required.

Tue, Nov 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Carnegie Memorial / Genealogy Community Room
Show off your crafty side by creating a colorful accessory just for you! Join us for a fun and creative DIY workshop where you'll design and paint your very own bangle bracelet. Choose your colors, get creative, and make a unique piece you'll love to wear. Registration is required.
Registration opens Tuesday, November 3 2026 at 9:00am

Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am
Carnegie Memorial Children's Area
Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carnegie Memorial / Genealogy Community Room
Celebrate Fall by creating a colorful corn craft using pony beads. Children will design their own corn cobs while learning about the growth cycle and its importance to agriculture. Fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and pattern development will be used.