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Sci-Fi Movies

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“Three billion human lives ended on August 29, 1997. The survivors of the nuclear fire called the war Judgment Day. They lived only to face a new nightmare: the war against the Machines.”
(Terminator 2: Judgment Day)

Alien Invasion

“Approximately seven hours ago, uh, some thing attacked the city. I don’t know what it is. Um, if you found this tape, I mean if you’re watching this, then you probably know more about it than I do.”
(Cloverfield)

Comedy

“What is this thing? I mean, it serves no useful purpose for there to be a bunch of chompy, crushy things in the middle of a hallway!”
(Galaxy Quest)

Cyberpunk

“Oh, man. On the other side of the screen, it all looks so easy!”
(Tron)

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Latest News

December and January Newsletter

December 17, 2024

In this issue of Cattails, you'll find out how to entry the Winter Reading Challenge and how to send your Christmas letter straight to Santa. If you would like to receive this publication via the mail or email, please email Hannah at hneeley@oplib...

August & September Newsletter is now available online

July 8, 2024

In this issue of Cattails, you'll find about the perks of having a Library card, bookclubs and the books they will be discussing, and information about the Trail Blazer Library System. If you would like to receive this publication via the mail...

Cattails Summer Issue

May 27, 2024
In this issue of Cattails, you'll find information on how to register for this year's Summer Reading Challenge, dates and times for all the Library's summer activities, and how to earn prizes for reading and completing challenge...

Cattails Summer Issue

May 27, 2024
 
In this issue of Cattails, you'll find information on how to register for this year's Summer Reading Challenge, dates and times for all the Library's summer activities, and how to earn prizes for reading and completing challenge...
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Main Branch

Hours of Operation
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 1800 Stubbs Ave, Monroe, LA, US, 71201
Phone: (318) 327-1490
Fax: (318) 327-1373
Email: help@oplib.org

Ouachita Valley Branch

Hours of Operation
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 601 McMillan Rd, West Monroe, LA, US, 71291
Phone: (318) 327-1470
Fax: (318) 327-1473
Notes:

Just off Thomas Road, near Glenwood Hospital.

Anna Meyer Branch

Hours of Operation
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 1808 US-165, Monroe, LA, US, 71202
Phone: (318) 327-1351
Fax: (318) 329-4059
Notes:

On 165 near Wossman High School, just south of I-20.

Carver-McDonald Branch

Hours of Operation
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 2941 Renwick St, Monroe, LA, US, 71201
Phone: (318) 327-1477
Fax: (318) 329-4061
Notes:

A few blocks west of 165, between I-20 and Desiard Street.

Cpl. J.R. Searcy Memorial Branch

Hours of Operation
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 5775 Jonesboro Rd, West Monroe, LA, US, 71292
Phone: (318) 327-1240
Fax: (318) 323-7565
Notes:

Near Woodlawn Elementary School.

Louise Williams Branch

Hours of Operation
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 140 Bayou Oaks Dr, Monroe, LA, US, 71203
Phone: (318) 327-5422
Fax: (318) 343-3476
Notes:

In Swartz, just off Lincoln Road (LA-139).

Ollie Burns Memorial Branch

Hours of Operation
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 5601 Hwy 165 Bypass, Monroe, LA, US, 71202
Phone: (318) 327-1235
Fax: (318) 329-8255
Notes:

On 165 in Richwood, four miles south of I-20.

Sterlington Memorial Branch

Hours of Operation
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 305 Keystone Rd, Monroe, LA, US, 71203
Phone: (318)-327-1382
Fax: (318)-665-9476
Notes:

Just off 165 next to Sterlington High School, west of Frenchman's Bend.

West Monroe Branch

Hours of Operation
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 315 Cypress St, West Monroe, LA, US, 71291
Phone: (318) 327-1365
Fax: (318) 329-4062
Notes:

Near Antique Alley in downtown West Monroe, two blocks north of the driver’s license office.

West Ouachita Branch

Hours of Operation
Sunday: Closed
Monday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tuesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wednesday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thursday: 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Address: 188 LA-546, West Monroe, LA, US, 71291
Phone: (318) 327-5414
Fax: (318) 397-8657
Notes:

Between Highway 80 and I-20 on Cheniere Drew Road