Earth Day 2026 takes place on Wednesday, April 22, marking the 56th anniversary of this global celebration. This year’s theme, “Our Power, Our Planet,” highlights the importance of accelerating climate action through renewable energy, community care, and protecting biodiversity to build a sustainable future. In honor of Earth Day, we invite families to listen to a meaningful storytime featuring Cricket from Teaching Responsible Earth Education (T.R.E.E.) reading Everybody Needs a Rock by Byrd...

Join us for Louisiana Reads! Storytime featuring young author Naomi DeBerry as she reads her book My Daddy Needs a Gift . Inspired by Naomi's personal experience, this heartfelt story follows a young girl as she helps her family search for a kidney donor for her father. Through caring language, Naomi raises awareness about organ donation while showing the strength of love, hope, and community. Learn more about Naomi and My Daddy Needs a Gift at www.naomicreatesjoy.com .

Join us for a special Storytime as author Madi Hannan reads her book Scrim on the Run , a tale inspired by the real-life adventures of Scrim, a rescue dog from New Orleans who captured hearts with his incredible journey. Scrim on the Run brings to life the spirit of resilience, curiosity, and community that surrounded Scrim’s story, inviting listeners to explore themes of courage, compassion, and connection. Whether you’re sharing this in a classroom, at a community event, or at home, Madi...