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Poetry in Motion

Poetry in Motion

All Day
Children's Area at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)

Celebrate National Poetry Month in the Children's section River Ridge Library! Poetry isn't just on the page—it’s something you can build, break, and recreate.

Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate National Poetry Month in the Children's section River Ridge Library! Poetry isn't just on the page—it’s something you can build, break, and recreate.

Homeschool Hour: Animal Science

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)

Welcome back to our Community Homeschool Hour! No reservation required. Classes are geared toward ages 6 and up but our younger friends are welcome to join as well. Class is open until materials run out. 

Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Event Details:

Welcome back to our Community Homeschool Hour! No reservation required. Classes are geared toward ages 6 and up but our younger friends are welcome to join as well. Class is open until materials run out. 

Chess pieces on a chess board

Game Club

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Live Oak Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Family
Library: Live Oak Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Family
Program Type: Games

Video Game Hour

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults

Visit River Ridge Library and play some of the latest and exciting video games during Video Game Hour.

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Registration Required
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

Visit River Ridge Library and play some of the latest and exciting video games during Video Game Hour.

Karaoke Night

Music Mondays

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody

It is your time to shine on Music Mondays as you sing and dance to your favorite tunes with us!

 

Karaoke; Live Performances; Open Mics; Musical Bingo and more!

Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

It is your time to shine on Music Mondays as you sing and dance to your favorite tunes with us!

 

Karaoke; Live Performances; Open Mics; Musical Bingo and more!

Read and Sing

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Stage Area at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

The Read and Sing Story Time includes stories, songs, and finger plays for infants and toddlers.

Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

The Read and Sing Story Time includes stories, songs, and finger plays for infants and toddlers.

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Old Metairie: Storytime - Earth

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Old Metairie Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Stories and activities for children ages infant to 7 years old. 

Today's story is If you come to Earth by Sophie Blackall. Earth day paper plate handprint painting craft to follow.

Library: Old Metairie Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories and activities for children ages infant to 7 years old. 

Today's story is If you come to Earth by Sophie Blackall. Earth day paper plate handprint painting craft to follow.

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups please call the Library for an appointment.

a photo of three books about growing vegetables and planting seeds, followed by a paper daisy flower craft

West Bank Regional Storytime: Here in the Garden

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Stage Area at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

West Bank Regional Library's Storytime takes place every Tuesday at 11am, with a themed craft to follow. Recommended for children ages 3-5. Each week features a themed selection of books, songs, fingerplays, and more! 

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Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

West Bank Regional Library's Storytime takes place every Tuesday at 11am, with a themed craft to follow. Recommended for children ages 3-5. Each week features a themed selection of books, songs, fingerplays, and more! 

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Family Story Time

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:15pm
Meeting Room at North Kenner Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Join us for books, songs, and play! Our program starts with stories and songs before our weekly activity and free play. Designed for all families.

Library: North Kenner Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for books, songs, and play! Our program starts with stories and songs before our weekly activity and free play. Designed for all families.

Homeschooler Hour: Makerspace

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Activity Room at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

Join JPL's Makerspace team to create a fun game with paper, tape, and scissors! For ages 6 & up. Registration required.


 

Register Open
Registration Required
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join JPL's Makerspace team to create a fun game with paper, tape, and scissors! For ages 6 & up. Registration required.


 

Kitchen Kids: Raspberry Swirl Pie

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)

Let your little ones practice basic mixing, measuring, and motor skills while doing learning to make an easy snack and becoming familiar with preparing food!

Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Event Details:

Let your little ones practice basic mixing, measuring, and motor skills while doing learning to make an easy snack and becoming familiar with preparing food!

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Cookbook Club: How to Cook Everything: Simple Recipes for Great Food

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults

Join us for our monthly Cookbook Club event at the Jefferson Parish Library - Lakeshore Library! Bring your favorite dish inspired by our chosen cookbook of the month and share it with fellow foodies.

Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us for our monthly Cookbook Club event at the Jefferson Parish Library - Lakeshore Library! Bring your favorite dish inspired by our chosen cookbook of the month and share it with fellow foodies.

Kitchen Kids: Raspberry Swirl Pie

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)

Let your little ones practice basic mixing, measuring, and motor skills while doing learning to make an easy snack and becoming familiar with preparing food!

Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
Event Details:

Let your little ones practice basic mixing, measuring, and motor skills while doing learning to make an easy snack and becoming familiar with preparing food!

Ukulele Club

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Gretna Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens

All levels are welcome. The first 15 minutes will review chords and strum patterns. Children are welcome with a participating adult.

Register Open
Registration Required
Library: Gretna Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

All levels are welcome. The first 15 minutes will review chords and strum patterns. Children are welcome with a participating adult.

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Harahan Storytime with Craft for Toddlers - Umbrellas

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Children's Area at Harahan Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

This event includes stories and activities for children newborn to 5 years old. 

Book:  The Wind Blew by Pat Hutchins 

Craft:   Rainy Day Umbrella Craft 

Library: Harahan Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

This event includes stories and activities for children newborn to 5 years old. 

Book:  The Wind Blew by Pat Hutchins 

Craft:   Rainy Day Umbrella Craft 

A bright, colorful illustration shows three happy toddlers sitting on a rug inside a library. One child sings into a microphone while the others hold picture books. Musical notes float around them, and toys, books, and craft supplies are spread across the floor, including a teddy bear, crayons, and a tambourine. Large playful text at the top reads “Read & Sing! A Library Program for Ages 0–3” with “Books • Songs • Crafts • Fun!” underneath. At the bottom, the Jefferson Parish Library logo appears alongside

Storytime

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Read & Sing: Early Literacy Fun (Ages 0–3)

Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Read & Sing: Early Literacy Fun (Ages 0–3)

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Lego Club

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Wagner Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Come try your skill, invent, and experiment in our new Lego Club targeted for ages 5 to 10. LEGOs will be provided for you so you don’t need to bring LEGOs from home. Younger siblings are welcome. Larger Legos provided for younger siblings.

Library: Wagner Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come try your skill, invent, and experiment in our new Lego Club targeted for ages 5 to 10. LEGOs will be provided for you so you don’t need to bring LEGOs from home. Younger siblings are welcome. Larger Legos provided for younger siblings.

Lafitte Library: Storytime - Earth Day

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area at Lafitte Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Flyer promoting Earth Day Story Time and a craft for children 0-6.

Library: Lafitte Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Flyer promoting Earth Day Story Time and a craft for children 0-6.

Storytime with Craft

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Stage Area at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Join us for books, songs, and play! Our program starts with stories and songs before our weekly activity. Followed by playtime! 

Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for books, songs, and play! Our program starts with stories and songs before our weekly activity. Followed by playtime! 

This image depicts a flyer with a sky background and animals reading books. Tales for Tots at the West Bank Regional Library in the Children's department on Wednesdays at 11am. Tales for Tots is a program designed for babies and toddlers ages 0-3 with stories and songs.

West Bank Regional Tales for Tots

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Stage Area at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Tales for Tots is a storytime featuring books and songs aimed at babies and toddler ages 0-3. Come read with us at West Bank Regional Library every Wednesday beginning at 11am. Playtime with library toys to follow. 

Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Tales for Tots is a storytime featuring books and songs aimed at babies and toddler ages 0-3. Come read with us at West Bank Regional Library every Wednesday beginning at 11am. Playtime with library toys to follow. 

Line Dancing with Ms. Jackie

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens, Family

Come learn how to line dance! Whether you're a beginner or you've been dancing for awhile, our line dancing classes are for everyone. Wear anything that is comfortable to dance in!

Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens, Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come learn how to line dance! Whether you're a beginner or you've been dancing for awhile, our line dancing classes are for everyone. Wear anything that is comfortable to dance in!

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Storytime and Art - River Ridge Library - Spring Flower Magnet

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

This event includes stories and art activities for children ages 3 to 9 years old. Supplies are limited. We will read an interesting and educational book on flowers and then make a craft. 

Craft: Spring Flower Pom Pom Magnet

Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

This event includes stories and art activities for children ages 3 to 9 years old. Supplies are limited. We will read an interesting and educational book on flowers and then make a craft. 

Craft: Spring Flower Pom Pom Magnet

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Storytime with Craft

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Live Oak Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Family

Join us at Live Oak Library for STORYTIME! Followed by crafts, competition, and sometimes pizza! Come for a new perspective, take a break from the heat, and create fashion fun themed crafts every week, all year long. Materials provided. 

Library: Live Oak Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Book Club, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us at Live Oak Library for STORYTIME! Followed by crafts, competition, and sometimes pizza! Come for a new perspective, take a break from the heat, and create fashion fun themed crafts every week, all year long. Materials provided. 

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Story Time and Craft

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Join us for Pre-School StoryTime for books, crafts, songs and learning activities.

Book: We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom

Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for Pre-School StoryTime for books, crafts, songs and learning activities.

Book: We Are Water Protectors by Carole Lindstrom