January 2013 Newsletter

December 31-January 1 Iberia Parish Library

Closed for New Years Holiday

January 21

Iberia Parish Library Closed for Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

January 3

Cyber Café Beginning 11:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

@ Main Library

January 8

Overdrive 101 2:00 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.

@ Main Library

January 12

Lydia Drop-In Craft 10:30 a.m.– 2:30 p.m.

@ Lydia Library

January 14-18

Coteau Drop-In Craft 1:30 p.m.– 5:30 p.m.

@ Coteau Library

January 15

L’Acadian Art Guild: Art All Around Exhibit

6:30 p.m. @ Main Library

January 16

Jeanerette Movie Night 6:00 p.m. @ Jeanerette Library

January 17 Mainstreet Book Club


January 2013 www.iberia.lib.la.us

Kicking the New Year off with a bang, the library will be opening the first ever Cyber Café! Starting on Thursday, January 3 from 11:30 a.m. until

4:00 p.m. patrons are invited to enjoy the large meeting room at the Main Library in a “café” type setting. Patrons will be able to enjoy a cup of coffee,

hot tea, water, or their own (non-alcoholic) beverage while using their electronic device, reading a magazine, or digging into their favorite library

book.

During this time, a library staff member will be available to help with any questions regarding Overdrive, eReader devices, connecting your electronic

device to the library’s FREE wifi, or any questions you may have about Facebook and social media in general.

Following the first Thursday, the Cyber Café will continue every Thursday

from 11:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Please take the opportunity to stop by and enjoy your favorite library activity accompanied by a hot cup of coffee or tea! It’s

free, and it’s happening at YOUR library.

This program is Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Iberia Parish Library. For questions, please call the Main Library at 364.7024.

Starting in February, the library will be buzzing with cheer! Toddler time is

BACK! Children ages 24 months—35 months (2 years old) are welcome to join in on all the fun with their parents. Ms.

Sarah will share stories, finger plays,

songs , and much, much more with you and your child. Registration has begun! Call 364.7134 or stop by the Children’s

Department at the Main library to register!

January 19

Saturday Storytime

10:00 a.m. @ Main Library

January 19

Parkview Drop-In Craft 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. @ Parkview Library

January 22

Adult Tie-Dye Workshop 6:30 p.m. @ Main Library

January 24

Movie Night


January 29

iPhone 101 2:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.

@ Main Library

January 31

Mardi Gras Lecture

6:30 p.m. @ Parkview Library

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Was Santa good to you this Christmas? If you want to

know how to use Overdrive with your new eReader, now is

the time to register! On

Tuesday, January 8 at the

Main Library, choose which

class fits your schedule better

and find out how to utilize the library’s FREE Overdrive

service to check out books to your eReader. To register for

this program, please call the Main Library at 364.7024.

Tuesday, January 8 2:00 p.m. Main Library

Tuesday, January 8 6:00 p.m. Main Library or

Saturday, Jan. 12 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Lydia Library

This month at the Lydia Library, things are getting pretty chilly! That’s why it’s the perfect place to make your very own Winter Penguin craft!

This little guy is sure to waddle it’s way into your child’s creative heart. Children of all ages are welcome, however younger children may

require more parental assistance. Call 364.7808 for more info.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Iberia Parish Library.

Attention Louisiana High School

students: READ or LISTEN to any 2 books on the list and vote for

your favorite!

VOTES ARE DUE BY

JANUARY 30, 2013

*Before I Fall *Clockwork Angel

*Coming Back Stronger: Unleashing the Hidden Power of Adversity

*Matched *Ship Breaker

*Somebody Everybody Listens To *Sorta Like A Rock Star

*Split *White Cat: Curse Workers Book 1

*Yummy: the Last Days of Southside Shorty

Turn your votes in at the

Iberia Parish Main Library in the Children's Department.

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Our Libraries

Main Library 445 E. Main Street, New Iberia

Front Desk: 364-7024

Children’s: 364-7134

Fax Number: 364-7042 Email: [email protected]

Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 8:30 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Fri. & Sat. 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Sun. 1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Coteau Library 6308 Coteau Road, New Iberia

Phone: 364-7430

Email: [email protected]

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Jeanerette Library 411 Kentucky Street, Jeanerette

Phone: 276-4014

Fax: 276-9595

Email: [email protected] Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Loreauville Library 510 N. Main Street, Loreauville

Phone: 229-6348

Email: [email protected] Hours: Mon. - Fri. 1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Wednesdays 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. &

1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Lydia Library 4800 Freyou Road, New Iberia

Phone: 364-7808


Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Parkview Library 500 Grand Pré Blvd., New Iberia

Phone: 364-7480

Fax: 364-7714

Email: [email protected] Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

St. Peter Street Library 1111 W. St. Peter Street, New Iberia

Phone: 364-7670

Fax: 364-7261 Email: [email protected]

Hours: Mon. - Fri. 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Sat. 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Delcambre Library 206 W. Main Street, Delcambre

Phone: 685-2388


Hours: Mon. - Thurs. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

12:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Fri. 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

12:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sat. 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Monday, Jan. 14 - Friday, Jan. 18 1:30-5:30 p.m.

Coteau Library

Make sure not to miss your

chance to make a special snowflake craft at the Coteau Library with Ms. Stephanie!

This shiny flake is sure to sparkle anywhere you decide to

put it! Children of all ages are

welcome, however younger children may require more parental

assistance. For more information please call 364.7430.

This program is sponsored by:

Iberia Parish Library &

the Friends of the Library.

The Iberia Parish Library is proud to be hosting

the Annual L’Acadian Art Guild Art All Around

exhibit opening. Please join us in celebrating this wonderful event on Tuesday, January 15

starting at 6:30 p.m. in the large meeting room of the Main Library. Come and view the works

of many local talented artists and mingle with others while you enjoy the beauty of the arts.

For more information please call the Main Library at 364.7024.

Art submissions for the exhibit will be on

Friday, January 4 and Saturday, January 5.


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At the end of December 17, 2012 from The New York Times.

Print & eBook Fiction 1. The Racketeer by John Grisham.

2. Reflected in You by Sylvia Day.

3. The Sins of the Mother by Danielle Steel.

4. Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn.

5. Fifty Shades of Grey by E.L. James.

Print & eBook Non-Fiction 1. Killing Kennedy by Bill O’Reilly and

Martin Dugard. 2. Proof of Heaven by Eben Alexander.

3. No Easy Day by Mark Owen.

4. Killing Lincoln by Bill O’Reilly and

Martin Dugard. 5. A Gift of Hope by Danielle Steel.

Hardcover Fiction 1. The Racketeer by John Grisham.

2. The Sins of the Mother by Danielle Steel.

3. The Casual Vacancy by J.K. Rowling.

4. The Panther by Nelson DeMille.

5. Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn.

Hardcover Non-Fiction 1. Killing Kennedy by Bill O’Reilly and

Martin Dugard.

2. No Easy Day by Mark Owen with

Kevin Maurer. 3. Killing Lincoln by Bill O’Reilly and

Martin Dugard.

4. Bruce by Peter A. Carlin.

5. ROD by Rod Stewart.

Children’s Series 1. Heroes of Olympus by

Rick Riordan.

2. The Hunger Games by

Suzanne Collins. 3. Dork Diaries by Rachel Renee Russell.

4. Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney.

5. Brotherhood Chronicles by John Flanagan.

Remember you can always obtain a copy of

any of these books at your Iberia Parish

Library. If we do not have a copy in our collection, we can get one for you using the

Interlibrary Loan system.

Wednesday, January 16 6:00 p.m. Jeanerette Library

This month’s book club selection will be

celebrating Jane Austen and her wonderful collection of books! The Main

Street Book Club will be reading Death

Comes to Pemberley by P.D. James. This

story is inspired by Austen’s novel, Pride

and Prejudice. The book club will be

meeting on Thursday, January 17 at 5:30

p.m. at the Main Library. Copies of this book can be found at one of your Iberia

Parish Library branches. New members are always welcome. For more

information please call 364.7024.


Thursday, January 17 5:30 p.m. Main Library

This month at the Jeanerette

Library, make sure to reserve

your spot for the movie night!

This classic tale will capture your attention,

and draw you in before you

know it! Make sure to register

by calling 276.4014.

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Every Thursday 10:00 a.m. Main Library

445 E. Main Street, New Iberia

Call 364.7134 for more information.

No Storytime this Month

10:00 a.m. at the Parkview Library 500 Grand Pré Boulevard, New Iberia Call 364-7480 for more information.

Wednesday, January 2

4:00 p.m. at the Jeanerette Library

411 Kentucky Street, Jeanerette Call 276-4014 for more information.

Tuesday, January 8

4:15 p.m. at the Lydia Library 4800 Freyou Road, New Iberia

Call 364-7808 for more information.

Wednesday, January 9 10:00 a.m. at the Loreauville Library

510 N. Main, Loreauville Call 229-6348 for more information.

Thursday, January 10

4:30 p.m. at the Coteau Library 6308 Coteau Road, New Iberia

Call 364-7430 for more information.

Wednesday, January 16

3:00 p.m. at the St. Peter Library 1111 W. St. Peter Street, New Iberia Call 364-7670 for more information.

Saturday, January 19 10:00 a.m. Main Library

Your Iberia Parish Library will be closed on

Tuesday, January 1st to observe New Year’s Day.

Monday, January 21 to observe Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.

Remember to utilize the library’s online services at www.iberia.lib.la.us.

Make sure not to miss January’s

Saturday Storytime with Ms. Sarah!

The theme is Winter, and her stories are sure to warm your and your little

ones’ hearts! There will also be a short

film and activities! Make sure to register by calling the Main Library at

364.7024.

Saturday, January 19 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Parkview Library

The Parkview Library is proud to announce a special winter drop in craft!

Make sure to stop by on Saturday,

January 19 to make your very own cotton ball snow man craft! It’s fluffy

and fun, easy to make, and sure to

spice up your winter spirits! No registration required. All ages welcome, however younger children may require

more parental assistance. Call the

Parkview Library at 364.7480 for more information.



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Attention Louisiana students grades

third through fifth, READ any 3 books

on the list and vote for your favorite!

Books available at the library!

VOTES ARE DUE BY

JANUARY 30, 2013

*All Star!: Honus Wagner and the Most

Famous Baseball Card Ever

*The Case of the Lost Boy: The Buddy

Files Book 1

*Cloud Tea Monkeys

*Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave

*The Fantastic Secret of Owen Jester

*The Junkyard Wonders

*Mirror, Mirror:

A Book of Reversible Verse

*Of Thee I Sing:

A Letter to My Daughters

*Ol Bloo’s Boogie-Woogie Band and

Blues Ensemble

*The PS Brothers

*The Shadows:

The Book of Elsewhere, Vol. 1

*Touch Blue

*We the Children: Benjamin Pratt and

the Keepers of the School Book 1

*Wildfire Run

*Young Zeus

Attention Louisiana students grades

sixth through eighth, READ any 3

books on the list and vote for your

favorite!

*The Call: Magnificent 12 Series Book 1

*The Dead Boys

*Heist Society

*Hide and Seek

*How to Survive Middle School

*The Limit

*Little Blog on the Prairie

*Max Cassidy:

Escape from Shadows Island

*Ninth ward

*Smile

*The Strange Case of Origami Yoda

*Theodore Boone: Kid Lawyer

Turn your votes in at the

Iberia Parish Main Library in the Children's Department.


It’s time to get in the groove at your

library! The children are not the only ones having fun this new year! Calling

all adults 18 and older who want to participate in the adult tie-dying

workshop! It’s time to let loose and get colorful with instructor Kristie Rose

Trahan, who will share her years of tie-dying experience with you! All you

need to do is register and bring a

washed shirt or other 100% cotton

item. Please do not use fabric softener while

washing. Space is limited, so please call

the Main Library to register at 364.7024. It is sure to be a creative

experience that you won’t want to miss. This event is sponsored by Cox

Communications, Teche Federal Bank, Friends of the Library and your

Iberia Parish Library.

Thursday, January 24 6:30 p.m. Main Library

Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice gets a

Bollywood treatment in this film! This classic

tale of romance takes place in an Indian village where sparks fly between an American

man and an Indian woman. But can the two overcome pride and prejudice to let love work it’s magic?! Make sure to register at 364.7024

and be apart of this Janeuary extravaganza!

Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and Iberia

Parish Library.

This film is rated PG-13. Only 13 and older may attend without a parent or guardian.

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Tuesday, January 29 2:30 p.m. & 6:30 p.m. Main Library

Many people have smartphones but don’t use them to their fullest

potential. Take this opportunity to explore your iPhone at the BASIC

LEVEL as Thomas Gotte helps you navigate through your phone as well

as answer questions you may have about your iPhone. Make sure to register for this interactive and informative workshop! Some basic

knowledge is helpful, however the class is designed to cover basic skills, so no experience needed. Some of the topics covered in class are: making

a phone call, adding contacts, viewing contact list, navigating the home button, turning your phone off, volume controls, picture taking and

messaging, email, connecting to wi-fi, browsing on the internet, and some

apps.

You must be 18 or older to attend. Call 364.7024 to register.

“It’s A Wrap” was a great adult workshop that had many people

wrapping their hearts out! On the right are some class participants

pictured who got an early start on holiday gift wrapping. The FREE

workshop was offered by the library and sponsored by Teche Federal Bank, Cox Communications, and the Friends of the Library.

Thursday, January 31 6:30 p.m. Parkview Library

Dr. Barry Ancelet talks about Mardi Gras, and the Tradition of “Begging” in South Louisiana

Dr. Barry Ancelet will join the Iberia Parish Library and share his wonderful

lecture on the holiday we have all become so fond of, Mardi Gras! Louisiana is a

unique place to live, and soon the cries known to any local will ring through the

streets; “Throw Me Something Mister.” Ever wonder where the tradition of bead throwing came from? Or what made begging for ingredients for a

community gumbo so popular? Where did the tradition of Mardi Gras come

from and how are our celebrations different from Mardi Gras celebrated in the early days? Dr. Ancelet will explain the history of Mardi Gras traditions in

South Louisiana. Call the Main Library at 364.7024 to register for this

informative, and enlightening event! You may even be surprised by a special,

Mardi Gras sweet treat!

Lectures Book Club

StorytimeS

Adult Workshops

Drop-In Crafts

Computer Classes

iPhone 201

Black History Month Program

Calling all adults over the age of 55 who want to further their education!

The University College of the University of Louisiana at Lafayette will be offering 14 week courses in partnership with the Iberia Parish

Library! Registration is open now!

Life Writing-Instructor Kim Graham-Cost for Semester $125

Learn how to capture memories, remember old friends or preserve your unique family history through writing. Iberia Parish Library has been

hosting the Life Writing Classes since 2005 and is excited to continue this wonderful program as well as work with Kim Graham and UL.

Classes will be held Wednesdays and begin on

January 23. Choose the class time that fits your schedule best and

register at the Main Library. Payment is required upon registering.

9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at the Main Library 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. at the

Parkview Library

Wonderful Acrylics-Instructor Kate Ferry-Cost for Semester $80

Experienced artists looking for new material are invited to participate in an advanced art class with artist Kate Ferry. In this class you will be

working with large canvas assignments and work on a variety of projects. This class is not for beginners.

Class begins Tuesday, January 22 and will be held from 2:00-4:00 p.m.

at the St. Peter Library. Register at the Main Library. Payment is

required upon registering.

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January 2013 Newsletter