Epps Memorial Branch
This North Lake Charles location features reading and study nooks, meeting rooms, and programs.

1320 North Simmons Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
337-721-7090
Shone Guillory-Jones, Branch Manager
eppsstaff@calcasieulibrary.org
Explore the history of the Epps Memorial Branch.
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We're closed Friday July 03 due to Independence Day observance
We're closed Saturday July 04 due to Independence Day observance
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We're closed Friday July 03 due to Independence Day observance
We're closed Saturday July 04 due to Independence Day observance
| Mon, Jun 29 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Tue, Jun 30 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Wed, Jul 01 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Thu, Jul 02 | 9:00AM to 6:00PM |
| Fri, Jul 03 | Closed |
| (Independence Day observance) | |
| Sat, Jul 04 | Closed |
| (Independence Day observance) | |
| Sun, Jul 05 | Closed |
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Branch Programs
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Wed, Jul 01, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Epps Memorial Community Room
Join us for a hands-on stained glass-style workshop! Trace and color a design on glass (or plastic), then enhance it with textured aluminum foil for a dimensional finish. Assemble your piece into a picture frame and take home a unique, ready-to-display artwork. Registration is required.
Registration is now closed
Thu, Jul 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Epps 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, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? Join us at the Epps Memorial Branch every other week for video games, friendly competition, and plenty of chances to make new friends and cheer each other on!
Mon, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Epps Memorial Community Room
Get ready for big smiles and lots of laughter! Harvey Rabbit and Friends are hopping back to Calcasieu with a show the whole family will love. Tim and Laura Allured bring their signature, joyful entertainment to the library in a program perfect for all ages.
Tue, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Join us at the Epps Memorial Branch for our Teen Scene, where teens can get together to make crafts, play games, and hang out with friends. We supply the materials and the fun; all you have to bring is the excitement!
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Epps Memorial Community Room
Get informed and empowered! Join local attorney Brittany B. Chavis for an informative discussion on child support rights in Louisiana. Discover helpful resources, learn about your rights, and gain information to help you move forward with confidence.
Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Epps Memorial Community Room
Join us and let your creativity bloom! Children will paint and decorate small planter pots with garden-themed designs inspired by the Summer Reading Program theme, "Plant a Seed, Read." Each participant will create a one-of-a-kind pot to take home. Registration is required.
Thu, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Epps 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, Jul 09, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Epps Activity Room
Are you ready to game? Join the Epps Memorial Branch as we play through the stories of some of our favorite video games together. We'll face great villains, solve puzzles, and make fast friends as we journey through digital lands.
Fri, Jul 10, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Epps Activity Room
Prepare for more grand adventures at the Epps Memorial Branch! We will be continuing our ongoing D&D campaign during the summer, so be ready for fun, excitement, and adventure!
Sat, Jul 11, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Epps Memorial Community Room
Join us for a hands-on culinary experience where you'll master the art of crafting fresh pasta from scratch. We'll guide you through every step, from mixing and shaping the dough to cooking the pasta. Afterward, come together to enjoy and share the delicious creations you've made.
This event is full
Tue, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Epps Memorial Community Room
Mitch the Magician is back! Prepare for big laughs, amazing magic, and unforgettable moments. This fast-paced comedy magic show is enjoyable for the entire family from start to finish; you won't want to miss it.
Tue, Jul 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Join us at the Epps Memorial Branch for our Teen Scene, where teens can get together to make crafts, play games, and hang out with friends. We supply the materials and the fun; all you have to bring is the excitement!
Thu, Jul 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Epps 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, Jul 16, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? Join us at the Epps Memorial Branch every other week for video games, friendly competition, and plenty of chances to make new friends and cheer each other on!
Thu, Jul 16, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Epps Memorial Community Room
Join us each month for a relaxed and engaging adult book club where readers come together to share stories, spark thoughtful conversations, and enjoy the company of fellow book lovers. Registration is required.
Fri, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Epps Memorial Community Room
Want to create beautiful botanical art and learn something new? Join us for a hands-on workshop led by local artist Emily Parker with Creative Roots! Teens will explore local plants while learning a unique printmaking technique to design and carve their own linocut stamp.
Registration opens Friday, July 3 2026 at 9:00am
Mon, Jul 20, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Epps Memorial Community Room
Join us for a fun, nature-inspired craft! Kids will create pages that grow and come to life over time. We'll provide all the materials; you bring the creativity. Plant your story this summer and watch it bloom! Registration is required.
Registration opens Monday, July 6 2026 at 3:30pm
Tue, Jul 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Join us at the Epps Memorial Branch for our Teen Scene, where teens can get together to make crafts, play games, and hang out with friends. We supply the materials and the fun; all you have to bring is the excitement!
Wed, Jul 22, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Epps Activity Room
Step into a world of imagination at Epps Memorial's Dungeons & Dragons game. Create a character, join fellow adventurers, and explore thrilling quests filled with mystery, teamwork, and storytelling. All experience levels welcome! Registration is required.
Thu, Jul 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Epps 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, Jul 23, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Epps Activity Room
Are you ready to game? Join the Epps Memorial Branch as we play through the stories of some of our favorite video games together. We'll face great villains, solve puzzles, and make fast friends as we journey through digital lands.
Fri, Jul 24, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Epps Activity Room
Prepare for more grand adventures at the Epps Memorial Branch! We will be continuing our ongoing D&D campaign during the summer, so be ready for fun, excitement, and adventure!
Registration opens Friday, July 10 2026 at 4:30pm
Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Epps 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.
Rooms
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Community and Conference Rooms
Large-capacity community room and small-capacity conference room are available.
Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. Speak with staff or contact the branch for assistance. Reservations can only be made on the day of use, and are not available outside of library hours.
