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Epps Memorial Branch

This North Lake Charles location features reading and study nooks, meeting rooms, and programs. 

exterior Epps Memorial Branch building

1320 North Simmons Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601
337-721-7090
Shone Guillory-Jones, Branch Manager
eppsstaff@calcasieulibrary.org

Explore the history of the Epps Memorial Branch.

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Mon, Apr 27 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Tue, Apr 28 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Wed, Apr 29 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Thu, Apr 30 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Fri, May 01 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, May 02 10:00AM to 2:00PM
Sun, May 03 Closed


Branch Programs

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Tue, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Join us at Epps Library for our Teen Scene, where teens can get together to make crafts, play games, and hang out with friends. We supply the materials and the fun; all you have to bring is the excitement.

Thu, Apr 30, 10:00am - 11:00am
Epps Memorial Children's Area
Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.

Fri, May 01, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Looking for a new way to have fun after school? Come to the Epps Library, where every other week we'll play a variety of video games, make new friends, and cheer each other on!

Thu, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Epps Memorial Community Room
Join the Epps Memorial Library for its monthly book club discussion. A Zoom link will be provided for those unable to attend in person. Please contact the branch for more information. We look forward to seeing you! 

Fri, May 22, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Feed the birds! Join us at the Epps Memorial Branch for a fun, hands-on program where participants will build an easy bird feeder and learn about the birds commonly seen in our area this time of year.

Tue, May 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Join us at the Epps Memorial Branch for our Teen Scene, where teens can get together to make crafts, play games, and hang out with friends. We supply the materials and the fun; all you have to bring is the excitement!

Wed, May 27, 4:30pm - 5:45pm
Epps Activity Room
Step into a world of imagination at Epps Memorial's Dungeons & Dragons game. Create a character, join fellow adventurers, and explore thrilling quests filled with mystery, teamwork, and storytelling. All experience levels welcome! Registration is required.
Registration opens Wednesday, May 13 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, May 28, 10:00am - 11:00am
Epps Memorial Children's Area
Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.

Thu, May 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Epps Activity Room
Are you ready to game? Join the Epps Memorial Branch as we play through the stories of some of our favorite video games together. We'll face great villains, solve puzzles, and make fast friends as we journey through digital lands.

Tue, Jun 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Join us at the Epps Memorial Branch for our Teen Scene, where teens can get together to make crafts, play games, and hang out with friends. We supply the materials and the fun; all you have to bring is the excitement!

Wed, Jun 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Get ready to plant creativity and watch it grow at the Epps Memorial Branch! Celebrate our Summer Reading theme, Plant a Seed, Read, by painting your own floral or garden-inspired designs on a mini jar planter. All supplies provided. Registration is required.
Registration opens Friday, June 19 2026 at 9:00am

Thu, Jun 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Epps Memorial Children's Area
Join us each week for stories, songs, movement, and playful activities designed to support early literacy for children ages 0-5. With a focus on "read, sing, talk, write, play," little learners build vocabulary and social-emotional skills while caregivers pick up tips they can use at home.

Thu, Jun 04, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Epps Activity Room
Looking for a fun way to unwind after school? Join us at the Epps Memorial Branch every other week for video games, friendly competition, and plenty of chances to make new friends and cheer each other on!

Fri, Jun 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Epps Memorial Community Room
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Rooms

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Community and Conference Rooms

Large-capacity community room and small-capacity conference room are available.

Study Rooms

Reservations are on a first-come, first-served basis. Speak with staff or contact the branch for assistance. Reservations can only be made on the day of use, and are not available outside of library hours.