NPL Children's Department Temporarily Relocates Services During Facility Improvements
Posted 02-17-2026
Natchitoches, LA, February 11, 2026 - The Natchitoches Parish Library (NPL) is investing in long-term facility improvements with a multi-phase flooring renewal project beginning this week. Starting Friday, February 13, the Main Branch's Children's Department on the first floor will be temporarily closed through Friday, February 27, with normal operations resuming Saturday, February 28. This initial phase addresses existing worn high-traffic flooring with durable, long-lasting carpet and title that will serve patrons for years to come.
During the renovation, NPL is ensuring families maintain full access to children's resources through multiple convenient alternatives. Physical juvenile materials remain available at the Northeast Branch in Campti and through NPL's Mobile Branch services, Families are encourages to check out desired materials from the Main Branch Children's Department before 6 p.m. on Thursday, February 12. The library's extensive digital collection offers immediate access to thousands of age-appropriate titles through the free Hoopa and Libby apps, including movies, TV shows, music, eBooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, PBS Kids, the Highlights Collection, and more - all accessible from home with a library card.
All children's programming, classes, and events will continue as scheduled without interruption. After-school tutoring for grades K-8 will continue on the second floor from 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. in 30-minute time slots. While walk-ins are welcome, families are encouraged to pre-register to ensure service availability. The Main Branch's first-floor entrance will remain open for elevator and stair access to second-floor services; however, it is expected that the first-floor entrance will be inaccessible fort a short period for one day. The building's second-floor entrance on Second Street will remain open throughout the work. All other library programs and events are not expected to be affected. Patrons should follow NPL's social media channels for real-time updates.
"We appreciate our community's patience as we make these important improvements to better serve the people of our parish for years to come," said NPL Deputy Director Alan Niette. "We have worked to ensure this project minimizes disruption while maintaining the free access to learning resources families depend on."
For more information, visit natlib.org or contact Alan Niette at 318-238-9236 or alan@natlib.org.
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During the renovation, NPL is ensuring families maintain full access to children's resources through multiple convenient alternatives. Physical juvenile materials remain available at the Northeast Branch in Campti and through NPL's Mobile Branch services, Families are encourages to check out desired materials from the Main Branch Children's Department before 6 p.m. on Thursday, February 12. The library's extensive digital collection offers immediate access to thousands of age-appropriate titles through the free Hoopa and Libby apps, including movies, TV shows, music, eBooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, PBS Kids, the Highlights Collection, and more - all accessible from home with a library card.
All children's programming, classes, and events will continue as scheduled without interruption. After-school tutoring for grades K-8 will continue on the second floor from 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. in 30-minute time slots. While walk-ins are welcome, families are encouraged to pre-register to ensure service availability. The Main Branch's first-floor entrance will remain open for elevator and stair access to second-floor services; however, it is expected that the first-floor entrance will be inaccessible fort a short period for one day. The building's second-floor entrance on Second Street will remain open throughout the work. All other library programs and events are not expected to be affected. Patrons should follow NPL's social media channels for real-time updates.
"We appreciate our community's patience as we make these important improvements to better serve the people of our parish for years to come," said NPL Deputy Director Alan Niette. "We have worked to ensure this project minimizes disruption while maintaining the free access to learning resources families depend on."
For more information, visit natlib.org or contact Alan Niette at 318-238-9236 or alan@natlib.org.
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