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

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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| Mon, Aug 03 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Tue, Aug 04 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Wed, Aug 05 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Thu, Aug 06 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Aug 07 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Sat, Aug 08 | Closed |
| Sun, Aug 09 | Closed |
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Wed, Aug 12, 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, Aug 19, 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, Aug 26, 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.
Thu, Aug 27, 10:00am - 11:30am
Carnegie Memorial Children's Area
Join us for a fun and welcoming gathering where families can connect and make new friends. Children can enjoy games, coloring, crafts, and light refreshments while parents share resources, tips, and support with one another. All children are welcome, whether they are homeschooled or not.
Wed, Sep 02, 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, Sep 09, 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, Sep 16, 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, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Carnegie Memorial / Genealogy Community Room
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 Wednesday, September 2 2026 at 4:00pm
