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Yahoo
01-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Welsh celebrates opening of new library building
WELSH, La. (KLFY)-The town of Welsh celebrated the opening of a new building at the McBurney Memorial Library, a library that has stood since being built in the 1970's. Jeff Davis Parish Library board officials said the McBurney Memorial Library has been in need of upgrades for over a decade, but they say their plans to expand have become a reality with their new $1.3 million facility. Michael Staton, The Jeff Davis Parish Library director, said the building is a result of former directors pointing out the lack of space in the library. 'This is really a product of the former directors recognizing that we were outgrowing the space in the Welsh branch here and being able to come up with a solution that was both fiscally responsible with the taxpayers money but still met the needs of the community,' said Staton. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now To celebrate, the library held a community festival with many activities such as live music, face painting, an escape room, and a petting zoo. Welsh Library Branch Manager, Jean Stoute, said the new building includes an 85-person meeting room, study rooms, and storage rooms. 'With the new facility, we'll be able to supply more needs to our community,' said Stoute. 'We'll have more programs, and we'll get different needs, we already have four programs a week, we are hoping to increase that, so we're excited about the progress,' said Stoute. Staton said more resources for children, the updated library will now be better equipped to support families. 'We see a lot of grandparents taking care of their kids, and this gives people something to do, keep kids occupied during the summer and just provide a safe place where we know that they're being looked after and engaged and increase their literacy, just increase their participation in their communities,' said Staton. Staton said the future of the Welsh library looks very promising. 'It gives us our own space to be able to prep programs and have things ready to go and grow and expand for the community, and the Welsh library has always been really supportive by their local community, so we're eternally grateful to the Welsh community,' said Staton. Welsh celebrates opening of new library building Sunday forecast: Clouds build, possibility of pop-up storms Which states are looking to ban soda, snack purchases for SNAP recipients? Hawaii to begin charging new 'Green Fee' tourist tax: How much will it cost visitors? How did white-tailed deer come back from near-extinction? Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
American Press
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- American Press
Art in the Park returns to Lake Arthur
Karmic Souls, a local family band featuring singer/songwriters Damina, Jenna and Amy Broussard, will perform 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday during Art in the Park in downtown Lake Arthur. The free outdoor event also features an open-air market and food booths. (Special to the American Press) Art in the Park is making its return to downtown Lake Arthur this Saturday. The free open-air market will run from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. on April 26, in and around Lake Arthur Park, conveniently located on the lakefront at the end of Arthur Avenue. You can enjoy free admission and parking. 'Art in the Park is a perfect springtime market, offering something for everyone to enjoy from shopping to food to live music in the park,' organizer Joanna Lejeune said. This year's festival will showcase nearly 50 local and regional artists, craftsmen, bakers, retailers and others from throughout the state, with one-of-a-kind homemade crafts, repurposed items and other merchandise. 'People will be able to shop under the trees in the park or bring their lawn chairs to listen to music in the park,' Lejeune said. Vendors will offer wooden furniture, woodcrafts, home decor, wreaths, candles, soaps, jewelry, crocheted items, purses and handbags, clothings items, cups and tumblers and more. Vendors will also be selling canned jellies and jams, candy, and fresh baked goods. Shoppers can meet the artist and crafters, discover their techniques, and learn about the inspiration behind their unique creations. Lejeune also noted that it is a perfect opportunity to shop for Mother's Day, graduation, Father's Day or any other special occasion. Food vendors will be selling tamales, pork steaks, barbecue burgers, pulled pork nachos, hot dogs, seafood pasta, sno-cones and more. Karmic Souls, a local family band featuring singer/songwriters Amy, Jenna and Damian Broussard, will perform from 10 a.m.- 2p.m. The group plays acoustic driven covers and originals. The Jeff Davis Parish Library's bookmobile will also be on site. Lejeune encourages attendees to take their time shopping and enjoy the park, noting that children can play in the enclosed playground while their parents shop. Art in the Park began in 2013 to bring people to downtown Lake Arthur and provide local artists a venue to showcase their talents and sell their items. Local restaurants and shops along Arthur Avenue will also be open during the event. Parking will be available downtown, within walking distance of the park.
