Wait, You Have That? Library Card Sign Up Month

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You won’t believe what you can check out at the library! From baking pans to board games, museum passes, sewing machines, and tech tools, your library card lets you search our shelves for the unexpected. Love cooking, crafting, gaming, or tinkering? We have something here for you.

Books are just the beginning. Start exploring all the educational experiences and hands-on fun Ascension Parish Library has to offer! September is Library Card Sign-Up Month, making it the perfect time to get started.

EXPLORE NEW EXPERIENCES

Our Library of Things  features  Adventure Passes for free entry to local and regional museums and nature centers, hobby and learning kits for creative projects and new skills, various board games for family fun, and a Seed Library, to learn basic gardening and start a small backyard garden.

These resources are designed to inspire you to explore new hobbies and enjoy quality time with loved ones.

DISCOVER, DESIGN, AND INNOVATE

Bring your ideas to life in APL’s Makerspaces, places to create and learn using new technologies and cutting-edge tools like:

3D Printing & Laser Cutting 
Sewing & Crafting 
Recording Studio & Editing Bay
Gaming with Meta Quest 3, PS5, & Nintendo Switch

Our Makerspaces are open to hobbyists, entrepreneurs, and creators of all kinds!

Before using the equipment, users must take a training class to learn procedures and how to operate
the machines safely. Sign up today and start creating!

STREAM. WATCH. LISTEN.

Wherever you are, entertainment is just a tap away. Stream movies, TV shows, and music on your smart TV, phone, or tablet with our apps for Apple, Android, and Kindle Fire. No limits, no hassle—just great entertainment.

Movies & TV You'll Love

Find critically acclaimed films, indie gems, and must-watch documentaries with Kanopy. 

Estante Infinito  brings the best in Spanish and English content, from hit movies to TV series and performing arts.

Experience world-class performances with Medici.TV and see operas, ballets, and concerts.

Music for Every Mood

With Freegal, stream and download from a massive collection of over 15 million songs and thousands of music videos.

Medici.TV also offers classical music fans stunning performances featuring the world’s most renowned artists and orchestras.

FROM PAGES TO POSSIBILITIES

The library has lots for you to experience. Sit in for a virtual meeting with your favorite author, learn a new skill, or enjoy a captivating performance at our monthly events. There’s always something happening!

Check out our online calendar or sign up for our newsletter to stay updated on all the exciting events.   

If it’s books you’re after, of course we have them! Pick up a physical copy or if you’re on the go, search one of the apps in our digital library like CloudLibrary, Libby, Freading, and Comics Plus. You can also enjoy free access to The New York Times on any device. Your next read is always a tap away!

Stay connected and follow us on social media - @myAPLibrary