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Central Branch

This South Lake Charles location offers public computers, study and community rooms, and a creative space. 

exterior Central Branch building

301 West Claude Street, Lake Charles, LA 70605
337-721-7116
337-721-7117 (curbside only)
Branch Manager - To Be Hired
cenref@calcasieulibrary.org

Explore the history of the Central Branch.

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Mon, Apr 20 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 24 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 25 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 26 1:00PM to 5:00PM


Branch Programs

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Fri, Apr 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Children's Area (1st floor)
Join us for an hour of creativity! We'll provide LEGO® bricks in all shapes, sizes, and colors to help your child build to their heart's content and let their imagination soar!

Mon, Apr 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Children's Area (1st floor)
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, May 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Central Children's Area (1st floor)
Join us for an hour of creativity! We'll provide LEGO® bricks in all shapes, sizes, and colors to help your child build to their heart's content and let their imagination soar!

Fri, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central Thielen Community Room (2nd floor)
Do you miss hearing Cajun French being spoken in your home or on the front porch while your family members swapped stories about the old days? Then join us at Central Library on the first Friday of each month at 4:00 PM as we practice our Cajun language skills!

Wed, May 20, 10:00am - 11:30am
Central DeBakey Community Room (2nd floor)
Join us for an interactive introduction to our newest CPPL resource, Creative Bug! We'll start with a guided virtual tour of the platform and how to access it through the library. Afterward, we'll head downstairs for a tour of our Create & Make space, where you can turn your ideas into a reality!

Wed, May 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Central Thielen Community Room (2nd floor)
Join us on the third Wednesday of the month for our Adult Book Club. Let's discuss our current read, "Death Wears a Beauty Mask and Other Stories" by Mary Higgins Clark. We can't wait to hear what you think of this month's book! For more information about the book, check our catalog.

Thu, May 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Central Thielen Community Room (2nd floor)
This Library Board meeting will be held at the Central Branch.

Fri, May 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Central Children's Area (1st floor)
Kick off the Summer Reading Program (SRP) with fun for all ages! Join us for our SRP Kickoff, featuring crafts, games, activities, and the chance to sign up for a summer full of reading fun.

Mon, Jun 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Central Children's Area (1st floor)
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.

Rooms and Spaces

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Community and Conference Rooms

Large-capacity community rooms and small-capacity conference rooms are available.

Study Rooms

Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. Speak with staff at the Information Service Desk or contact the branch for assistance. Reservations can only be made on the day of use, and are not available outside of library hours.

Create & Make Space

A bookable space for patrons to learn, craft, or enjoy hobbies.