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...

Join us for Storytime with Cricket of Teaching Responsible Earth Education (T.R.E.E.) reading "Everybody Needs a Rock" by Byrd Baylor. "Everybody Needs a Rock" is a thoughtful story that invites readers to connect with nature, appreciate the world around them, and discover the beauty in simple things. T.R.E.E. (Teaching Responsible Earth Education) is a New Orleans-based nonprofit with a mission to educate children and adults about our planet, inspire them to appreciate the natural world, and...