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Storytime with Craft - Christmas

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area at Harahan Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

This event includes stories and crafts for school aged children (ages 6 to 11 years old.) Book:  A Christmas Story by Brian WildsmithCraft: Christmas Cookie Ornaments

Library: Harahan Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

This event includes stories and crafts for school aged children (ages 6 to 11 years old.) 

Book:  A Christmas Story by Brian Wildsmith

Craft: Christmas Cookie Ornaments

Fitness Goals

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Event Details:

Your local librarians are working on their fitness. Come join! We will be working out together using our collection of Zumba, Pilates, and Dance Cardio DVDs. All ages welcome!

Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Your local librarians are working on their fitness. Come join! We will be working out together using our collection of Zumba, Pilates, and Dance Cardio DVDs. All ages welcome!

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Coding Club!

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Event Details:

Come create your own video games and websites! From beginners to pros, all are welcome. The program is recommended for ages 5-12. Pre-register for your spot. To access club re...

Required
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 5
Event Details:

Come create your own video games and websites! From beginners to pros, all are welcome. The program is recommended for ages 5-12. Pre-register for your spot. 

Disclaimer(s)

Attendee MUST Give 24 HOUR Cancellation Notice to Allow Others on the Waiting List to Attend.

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Mediums of Art by 4-H

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
Event Details:

Mediums of Art presented by Jefferson Parish 4-H Join us to explore different mediums of art through fun hands-on activities. In the art world, a medium refers to the material...

Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Workshop
Event Details:

Mediums of Art presented by Jefferson Parish 4-H

 

Kids' Craft

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area at Lafitte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Library: Lafitte Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Lego Club

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Rosedale Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Event Details:

Join us for Lego Club at the library! Take the challenge and make a cool creation to be displayed in the library until the next Lego Club This event is for children ages 4 yea...

Library: Rosedale Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Join us for Lego Club at the library! Take the challenge and make a cool creation to be displayed in the library until the next Lego Club 

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Lego Club

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Old Metairie Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
Event Details:

Join us for Lego Club at the library! Take the challenge and make a cool creation to be displayed in the library until the next meeting! Lego Club meets every other Saturday. This ...

Library: Old Metairie Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for Lego Club at the library! Take the challenge and make a cool creation to be displayed in the library until the next meeting! Lego Club meets every other Saturday. This event is for children ages 4 years old and up.

Story Time With Craft - Jack Frost

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Harahan Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

This event includes stories and crafts for school aged children (ages 6 to 11 years old). Book: Here Comes Jack Frost  by Kazuno KoharaCraft:  Beaded Snowflake ...

Library: Harahan Library
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

This event includes stories and crafts for school aged children (ages 6 to 11 years old). 

Book: Here Comes Jack Frost  by Kazuno Kohara

Craft:  Beaded Snowflake Ornament    

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Storytime with Craft

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Whole Branch at Gretna Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

This event includes stories for children ages 3 to 7 years old. Book:Craft:

Library: Gretna Library
Room: Whole Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

This event includes stories for children ages 3 to 7 years old. 

Book:

Craft:

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Lego Club

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Westwego Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Join us for Lego Club at the library! Come and build with us! Meets on Saturdays. Ages 4+; Parental supervision required.

Library: Westwego Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us for Lego Club at the library! Come and build with us! Meets on Saturdays. Ages 4+; Parental supervision required.

The Very Hungry Caterpillar Puppet Show

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Performance, Special Event, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Come for a special puppet show performed by the students of Patrick F. Taylor Science and Technology Academy! After the show there will be a craft and snack offered.

Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Performance, Special Event, Storytime
Event Details:

Come for a special puppet show performed by the students of Patrick F. Taylor Science and Technology Academy! After the show there will be a craft and snack offered.

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Sensory Saturday

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Stage Area at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Event Details:

Join us for engaging programming that is designed for all ages and abilities. Parental supervision required. Please call the Children’s Desk at (504) 364-3664 ahead for the latest ...

Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join us for engaging programming that is designed for all ages and abilities. Parental supervision required. Please call the Children’s Desk at (504) 364-3664 ahead for the latest information.

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Lego Club

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Whole Branch at Lafitte Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Event Details:

Build with Legos and use your imagination!

Library: Lafitte Library
Room: Whole Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Build with Legos and use your imagination!

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Afternoon Craft!: Winter Village

All Day
Children's Stage Area at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Event Details:

Craft projects for kids 3+ while supplies last.! Visit the Children's Department. Bringing a large group (10 or more children and adults)? Please call (504) 364-3664 to speak with ...

Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Craft projects for kids 3+ while supplies last.! Visit the Children's Department. Bringing a large group (10 or more children and adults)? Please call (504) 364-3664 to speak with a librarian regarding reservation spots and attendance limits.

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Magical Yule Fest

Sunday, December 15, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Jefferson & Napoleon Rooms at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Event Details:

Attention all wizards, witches, and muggles—grab your broomsticks and get ready for Magical Yule Fest, presented by the Jefferson Parish Library! This magical event will featu...

Required
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Jefferson & Napoleon Rooms
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Attention all wizards, witches, and muggles—grab your broomsticks and get ready for Magical Yule Fest, presented by the Jefferson Parish Library! 

Homeschool Hour: Coming back in January!

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Calling all homeschool families! Each session will include a lesson, an advanced experiment for the kids 7 and up, a storytime and craft for kids 6 and younger, and a separate spac...

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

Calling all homeschool families! Each session will include a lesson, an advanced experiment for the kids 7 and up, a storytime and craft for kids 6 and younger, and a separate space for parents to collaborate and share resources.

Disclaimer(s)

Attendee MUST Give 24 HOUR Cancellation Notice to Allow Others on the Waiting List to Attend.

Christmas Portraits Program

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 2:30pm - 6:30pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Event Details:

Want to have a nice family photo for your Christmas card? Choose from several preselected backgrounds and create a Christmas photo that you will love! Sign up for a free photo sess...

Required
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: Arts & Crafts, Special Event
Required
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Want to have a nice family photo for your Christmas card? Choose from several preselected backgrounds and create a Christmas photo that you will love!

After School Kid Zone

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Join us after school for an hour of crafts, games, and activities designed to help support reading, math, and other skills for kids of all ages. Programs will rotate weekly. All ch...

Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Join us after school for an hour of crafts, games, and activities designed to help support reading, math, and other skills for kids of all ages. Programs will rotate weekly.

The Magic Cap by Mireille Messier

Storytime with Craft: The Magic Cap

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Old Metairie Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Stories and activities for children ages infant to 7 years old.Book: The Magic Cap by Mirielle MessierCraft: Gnome Ornaments 

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.

Book: The Magic Cap by Mirielle Messier

Craft: Gnome Ornaments

 

Homeschooler Hour

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Activity Room at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Hands-on activities for homeschoolers! For ages 5 & up, younger siblings are welcome. This month, we'll create holiday cards for senior living facilities, make pinecone gnomes,...

Register Open
Required
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Hands-on activities for homeschoolers! For ages 5 & up, younger siblings are welcome. This month, we'll create holiday cards for senior living facilities, make pinecone gnomes, and try out holiday playdoh! 

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Kitchen Kids: A Gumbo and Cookie Christmas Party

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
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! This event is for chil...

Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Other
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!

Christmas cookies

Kitchen Kids: A Gumbo and Cookie Christmas Party

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
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! This event is for chil...

Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Other
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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Storytime with Craft

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Children's Area at Lafitte Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

This event includes stories and activities for children 3 to 7 years old.Book: Craft: 

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

This event includes stories and activities for children 3 to 7 years old.

Book: 

Craft: 

Disclaimer(s)

Large groups please call the Library for an appointment.

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Story and Art: Gingerbread Birdhouse

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

This event includes stories and art activities for children ages 3 to 9 years old. Supplies are limited. Book:Craft: Gingerbread Birdhouse 

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. 

Book:

Craft: Gingerbread Birdhouse