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It's that time of year again! Hunker down with your fellow Baton Rougeans and dig into the East Baton Rouge Library's literary selection of the year for its 13th annual One Book One Community initiative: Conan Doyle's The Hound of Baskervilles. In this beloved classic, readers will follow Detective Sherlock Holmes as he investigates the mysterious death of Sir Charles Baskerville. In an exciting slate of events throughout the spring, readers young and old can engage in their own investigation of the book—exploring its historical nuances and significance; asking questions about its author, its main character, the historical context of the story and its writing, and its reception over the past century. Oh, and there will be some fun parties too. ebrpl.com or ReadOneBook.org.

February 23: Kick Off Party: A free family event featuring food, games, prizes, face painting, a Cake Walk, and live music from the Waelandanna Band. Main Library, 6 pm. 

March 4: "The Hound of Baskervilles" Mystery Adventure: Teens are invited to the Delmont Gardens Branch to crack the case and find out how Sir Charles died. Use clues and complete challenges to solve the mystery. 4 pm. 

March 7: Forum 35 Holmes Trivia Night: Sherlock Holmes fanatics unite! Adults are invited to The Londoner restaurant for a fun night of Holmes-themed trivia hosted by Forum 35. 5:30 pm. 

March 9: Victorian Steampunk Tea Party: Join Red Stick Spice Co. at the Library for a Tea 101 presentation followed by a delicious tasting, all while mingling with costumed steampunk enthusiasts. 

March 10: "Claire Carter, Bone Detective" with author Mary Manhein: Join Manhein for a discussion of her first children's mystery series at the Main Library. 3 pm. 

March 16: "Lady Sherlock: A Study in Scarlet Women" with author Sherry Thomas: Join Thomas for a book talk exploring the notion that the beloved character Sherlock Holmes can be anyone—even a woman. 7 pm.

March 18: Learn about Fingerprints: Kids 8-11 are invited to the Scotlandville Branch for a reading of Forensic Evidence by John Townsend. Later, they'll learn about fingerprints and explore with a fingerprints kit. 4 pm. 

March 19 & 23: Teen Detectives at Bluebonnet: Exercise your sleuthing skills at the Bluebonnet Regional Branch, digging for clues to uncover the secret message. 3 pm Tuesday; 2 pm Saturday. 

March 20: Sherlocks-in-Training Activity Day: Tiny sleuths ages 8–11 are invited to the Eden Park Branch for fingerprinting, using magnifying glasses, and creating secret messages. 4:30 pm. 

March 20: The Detective Dog Story/Craft: Children ages 3–6 are invited to the River Center Branch for a reading of The Detective Dog by Julia Donaldson. After the story, solve a mystery using your sense of smell, and take home an activity sheet based on the book. 3 pm. 

March 23: Best Hound in Show!: Join the Library and the Companion Animal Alliance of Baton Rouge in finding "furever" homes for local animals in need. 2:30 pm. 

March 23: Pin the Hat on the Hound: Join the Greenwell Springs Road Regional Branch for a reading of excerpts from Hound Town Chronicles: Sherlock, a Police Dog Story by Meish Goldish. After the story, each child will try pinning a paper hat onto a hound dog poster. 11 am. 

March 24: "The Many Faces of Holmes" by Dr. Kris Mecholsky: Louisiana State University member and crime fiction scholar Dr. Mecholsky will discuss the Russell Mann Sherlock Holmes Collection, which explores the history of the character. 3 pm.

March 28: Book Discussion: Join the Delmont Gardens Branch for a Book Discussion on The Hound of Baskervilles for adults. 2 pm. 

March 30: Book Discussion: Join the Zachary Branch for a Book Discussion on The Hound of Baskervilles for adults. 11 am. 

April 14: Things That Go Bump in the Night: Magic & Monsters in the Deep South: Join authors Diana Rowland, Em Shotwell, Eden Butler, and Cherie Claire at the Main Library at Goodwood for a panel for adults on how they've used the south's rich storytelling history to craft books of magic, monsters, and more. From folk lore to local legend to modern creations, we celebrate a history that is ripe for crafting tales. 3 pm. 

April 18: Book Discussion: Join the Carver Branch for a Book Discussion on The Hound of Baskervilles for adults. 5 pm. 

April 22: Whodunnit?! Mystery Hour for Teens: Put your Sherlock Holmes thinking cap on and join other teens at the Scotlandville Branch to put together clues, eliminate red herrings, and solve the mystery. Detectives who solve the case will receive a delicious reward for their hard work. 3:30 pm. 

April 27: Super Sleuth Scavenger Hunt: Teens in grades 6–12 can come to the Carver Branch to search through Library resources and solve the mystery. Prizes from community vendors will be awarded and light refreshments provided. 2 pm. 

April 28: 5th Annual All Paws on Deck Benefit for Pet Cancer Awareness: Who let the dogs out? Enjoy an afternoon of education, demos, and the "Running of the Hounds" fashion show, plus pet adoptions, information from area groups about pet cancer and financial assistance programs for pet parents, and more. All funds raised will benefit the Blue Buffalo Foundation for Cancer Research. Free. For more information and to register your pet, visit the All Paws on Deck Facebook Page. 3 pm–6 pm.