All Ascension Parish Library locations will be closed Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth. Normal hours will resume Friday, June 20.
Learn about and see live axolotls, the mascot of our Amigos Time. Aprende y observa axolotes en vivo, la mascota de nuestro Tiempo de Amigos
Ever heard of an axolotl? They are called Mexico’s ‘water dragons’ but are not your average amphibians – they are extraordinary, endangered creatures. Learn fun facts about axolotls, their wild counterparts, and the dangers they face. Tanee Janusz, an environmental educator and animal expert with Nature on the Geaux, will introduce you to some axolotl animal ambassadors. Plus, you can find out what it takes to be an axolotl keeper if you want to have one as a pet.
We picked the axolotl as our mascot for Amigos Time to raise awareness about these special amphibians and their importance in Latin America, specifically in Mexico, where they are considered an iconic species and a cultural symbol. Stay after the presentation for fun and games from our bilingual Amigos Time program.
El axolote, el 'dragón de agua' de México, es una criatura extraordinaria y en peligro de extinción. Tanee Janusz, experta en animales, traerá algunos para que los conozcas y compartirá datos interesantes sobre cómo cuidarlos como mascotas. Lo elegimos como mascota para Amigos Time para crear conciencia sobre su importancia. Después de la presentación, habrá juegos y actividades de nuestro programa bilingüe Amigos Time.
AGE GROUP: | Tweens (ages 9-11) | Teens (ages 12-18) | PreK (ages 3-5) | Elementary (ages 6-8) | Baby/Toddler | All Ages | Adult (18+) |
EVENT TYPE: | Storytime | STEM & Nature |
Our Gonzales location was built in 1980 under the direction of Earline Decoteau, Director and serves as our Main Library location. It was expanded & renovated in 1996, 1998, and 2011, under the direction of Angelle Deshautelles, Director.
