Turkey Creek Branch Library

09/23/2026

Since today is International Day of Sign Languages — September 23, 2026. I thought I'd share a video to help us as employees and maybe help a patron yourself. Here is a video all about Sign Language that applies to the Library.

Unlock the world of ASL with our latest Public Service Series video...

09/23/2026

Come by the Turkey Creek Branch Library to check out all the Spooktacular booooks we have available to choose from. Who says its too early to get into spooky season?

09/09/2026

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! Come in to get your very own library card today.

09/09/2026

08/26/2026

Global icon and humanitarian, Dolly Parton, known to the world as a beloved singer, songwriter, philanthropist, actress, playwright, and author died peacefully today in Nashville, Tennessee. She was 80 years old.

Dolly is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 59 years Carl Thomas Dean (1942 – 2025), her mother Avie Lee Caroline Owens (1923 – 2003), and father, Robert Lee Parton, Sr. (1921 – 2000).

A rhinestone life that shone bright enough for the world to see, Dolly will forever stand as an inspiration not only through her timeless music and prolific songwriting, but also her wit, warmth, and kindness that made us all feel like family. Dolly Parton’s legacy is one of love, compassion, and resilience. With a seven-decade career, she inspired multiple generations of artists and fans with her music and an unwavering commitment to making the world a better place. Her songs will continue to resonate with people of all ages, and her philanthropic work will have a lasting impact.

At Dolly’s request, a small, private service will be held for immediate family. Dolly’s fans and friends from around the world are encouraged to pay tribute to Dolly on social media by tagging or by leaving a message at www.dollyparton.com

In lieu of flowers the family asks for donations to be made to Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library at www.imaginationlibrary.com

08/26/2026

Dolly Parton built the program Dolly Parton's Imagination Library as a tribute to her father, a tenant farmer who couldn't read. She said that before he died in 2000, he told her the Imagination Library was probably the most important thing she'd ever done.
It started in 1995 in her home county in Tennessee, mailing books to about 1,700 kids. The model never changed: one hardcover picture book a month, addressed to the child by name, from birth to age 5, at no cost to the family. A kid enrolled from birth ends up with a personal library of around 60 books.
By the mid-2020s it had spread to five countries, and roughly 1 in 7 American children under 5 were getting a book in the mail every month. More than 3.5 million books go out every month, and the cumulative total passed 325 million this year. Parton often said fostering a love of reading was the achievement she was proudest of, ranking it above her music.
Parton died Tuesday, August 25,2026 in Nashville at 80. She's survived by six of her siblings. She has left. her lasting impact on librarianship, libraries, and the communities they serve. Thank you, Dolly for helping give the world a love of reading, inspiring others to chase their dreams and never quit learning. You have done so much, and I know your legacy will live on forever.

08/26/2026

Dolly Parton built the program as a tribute to her father, a tenant farmer who couldn't read. She said that before he died in 2000, he told her the Imagination Library was probably the most important thing she'd ever done.

It started in 1995 in her home county in Tennessee, mailing books to about 1,700 kids. The model never changed: one hardcover picture book a month, addressed to the child by name, from birth to age 5, at no cost to the family. A kid enrolled from birth ends up with a personal library of around 60 books.

By the mid-2020s it had spread to five countries, and roughly 1 in 7 American children under 5 were getting a book in the mail every month. More than 3.5 million books go out every month, and the cumulative total passed 325 million this year. Parton often said fostering a love of reading was the achievement she was proudest of, ranking it above her music.

Parton died Tuesday in Nashville at 80. She's survived by six of her siblings.

08/11/2026

Tomorrow Wednesday August 12th the Evangeline Parish Library and all Branches will be Closed for an all day staff meeting / training and continuing education. We will reopen on August 13th at our regular hours.