Rapides Parish Library, McDonald Branch

Rapides Parish Library, McDonald Branch Rapides Parish Library is a public library that serves all individuals in the Rapides Parish community.

We aim to promote lifelong learning, enhanced quality of life, and literacy through print, audiovisual and electronic resources.

🍂 THE LEAVES ARE OFF… AND THE BOOKS ARE REVEALED! 🍁📚National Book Award–honored authors Ben Fountain and T. Geronimo Joh...
09/03/2026

🍂 THE LEAVES ARE OFF… AND THE BOOKS ARE REVEALED! 🍁📚
National Book Award–honored authors Ben Fountain and T. Geronimo Johnson are coming to Rapides Parish Library!

📅 Thursday, October 29 • 6:30 PM

Join us as they share their new 2026 books, Rasputin Swims the Potomac and The Occidental Book of the Dead, followed by a conversation moderated by Dr. Elizabeth M. Beard, Chancellor of LSUA.

📚 FREE books for attendees while supplies last!
🎟️ FREE tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/nbf-presents-southern-storytelling-tickets-1997478058644?aff=oddtdtcreator

Presented by the National Book Foundation in partnership with Rapides Parish Library.

🍼 Small donation. BIG difference. ❤️Help RPL support the Junior League of Alexandria’s Diaper Bank! Drop off diapers or ...
09/01/2026

🍼 Small donation. BIG difference. ❤️

Help RPL support the Junior League of Alexandria’s Diaper Bank! Drop off diapers or pull-ups at any RPL location Sept. 2–16 and help local families from the bottom up!

We’ll always love you, Dolly. 💕🎶The McDonald Branch created this special display in tribute to the one and only Dolly Pa...
08/26/2026

We’ll always love you, Dolly. 💕🎶

The McDonald Branch created this special display in tribute to the one and only Dolly Parton. Her music, stories and spirit will live on, along with her incredible legacy of putting books into the hands of millions of children and championing literacy around the world. 🦋📚

🫐 Blueberry Popsicle Day!Cool off with a delicious blueberry popsicle and celebrate one of summer’s sweetest holidays wi...
08/21/2026

🫐 Blueberry Popsicle Day!

Cool off with a delicious blueberry popsicle and celebrate one of summer’s sweetest holidays with friends at the library!

📍 McDonald Branch
📅 Wednesday, September 2
⏰ 3:30–4:30 PM

Popsicles are available while supplies last. Registration is required, and space is limited.

Register: https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=357154

Contact 318-748-4848 for more information.

🎃 Pretty Pumpkins: A Decoupage CraftJoin Tara and transform a simple pumpkin into a beautiful, one-of-a-kind fall center...
08/21/2026

🎃 Pretty Pumpkins: A Decoupage Craft

Join Tara and transform a simple pumpkin into a beautiful, one-of-a-kind fall centerpiece! No experience is needed, and all materials are provided.

📍 McDonald Branch
📅 Tuesday, September 1
⏰ 11:30 AM–2 PM

Registration is required, and seating is limited.

Register: https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=348776

Contact 318-748-4848 for more information.

🎉 As Young As You Feel!Come for the bingo and stay for the friendships! Registration is required, and seating is limited...
08/21/2026

🎉 As Young As You Feel!

Come for the bingo and stay for the friendships! Registration is required, and seating is limited.

📍 McDonald Branch
📅 Tuesday, September 1
⏰ 10–11:30 AM

Register: https://rpl.events.mylibrary.digital/event?id=348789

Contact 318-748-4848 for more information.

📚💻 Homework Help Is Just a Click Away!Need help with homework, studying for a test, or improving your writing? Homework ...
08/21/2026

📚💻 Homework Help Is Just a Click Away!

Need help with homework, studying for a test, or improving your writing? Homework Louisiana offers FREE live online tutoring, study tools, writing support, and career resources for students of all ages—all with your Rapides Parish Library card.

Stop by McDonald Branch to get your library card and connect with the help you need, anytime and anywhere!

🎉🃏 Pokeno at the Library! 🃏🎉Join us for an afternoon of Pokeno, refreshments, friendly competition, and fun prizes! Whet...
08/20/2026

🎉🃏 Pokeno at the Library! 🃏🎉

Join us for an afternoon of Pokeno, refreshments, friendly competition, and fun prizes! Whether you're a seasoned player or trying it for the first time, it's a great way to relax, laugh, and enjoy time with friends.

The afternoon will be led by Glenmora Friends of the Library President, Mrs. Mary Giddens, making it the perfect opportunity to unwind and have a wonderful time together!

📍 J.W. McDonald Branch
📅 Friday, August 21
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

📞 For more information, call 318-748-4848.

📚🎯 Reach Your Goals with Mometrix eLibrary!Preparing for college, a certification, or a career exam? Mometrix eLibrary o...
08/20/2026

📚🎯 Reach Your Goals with Mometrix eLibrary!

Preparing for college, a certification, or a career exam? Mometrix eLibrary offers study guides, practice tests, flashcards, and instructional videos for more than 1,400 standardized exams—all FREE with your Rapides Parish Library card.

Stop by McDonald Branch to get your library card and take the next step toward success!

Address

1075 Highway 497
Glenmora, LA
71433

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 1pm - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 1pm - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

Telephone

+13187484848

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