Terrebonne Parish Library Free Art and School Supply Swap
HOUMA, La. (press release) – The Terrebonne Parish Library will host its Free Art and School Supply Swap on Saturday, July 18, from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. in the Main Library Large Meeting Room.
Organizers share that this community-driven event encourages creativity, sustainability and sharing by helping artists, crafters, students, teachers and families exchange supplies they no longer need for materials they can put to good use.
During designated donation days from July 1 through July 17, community members are invited to bring new or gently used art and school supplies to the Main Library. Those who donate will receive a special Early Bird Ticket, granting access to the swap from 10 – 10:30 a.m., 30 minutes before general admission begins.
“We’re excited to offer a fun and environmentally friendly way for community members to share resources, reduce waste and inspire creativity,” said Director of the Terrebonne Parish Library System Mary Cosper LeBoeuf. “Whether you’re a student preparing for the school year, an artist looking for fresh materials or a crafter eager to try something new, this event has something for everyone.”
Free Art and School Supply Swap Accepted Donations
Accepted donations include a wide variety of reusable arts and crafts materials, such as:
- Sewing materials, fabric, thread and needles
- Yarn, crochet hooks, knitting needles and related supplies
- Paintbrushes, paint tubes and paint bottles
- Canvases, sketchbooks and drawing pads
- Beads, stringing materials and jewelry-making supplies
- Paper, cardstock and scrapbooking materials
- Stickers, stamps and stencils
- Frames, easels and art project kits
- Pom-poms, pipe cleaners, glitter and other craft supplies
To ensure all items are safe and useful for participants, the library cannot accept broken or dried-out materials, electric equipment, lumber or loose boards, in-progress artwork, solvents or large quantities of paint.
All donated items must be clean, reusable and small enough to fit in a personal vehicle.
The Art and School Supply Swap is free and open to the public. Supplies will be available on a first-come, first-served basis while quantities last.
For more information or to verify whether an item is eligible for donation, contact Cierra Hughes at chughes@mytpl.org or call 985-876-5861 ext. 240.
