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Read and Sing

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

The Read and Sing Story Time includes stories, songs, and finger plays for children ages one to three years old.

Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

The Read and Sing Story Time includes stories, songs, and finger plays for children ages one to three years old.

Classic Movie Evening

Thursday, April 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Everybody
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Other

JPHSA- Jefferson Parish Human Services

Friday, April 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Update on individuals in the community receiving services via JPHSA and ensuring all clients' needs are met.

River Ridge Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Update on individuals in the community receiving services via JPHSA and ensuring all clients' needs are met.

Grab and Go Craft

All Day
Whole Branch at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Family

Come to the River Ridge Library and pick up a Grab & Go Craft to take and make! Available until supplies run out. No registration is necessary. These crafts are for children ages 4 to 9 years old.

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

Come to the River Ridge Library and pick up a Grab & Go Craft to take and make! Available until supplies run out. No registration is necessary. These crafts are for children ages 4 to 9 years old.

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.

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.

Upcoming
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.

The Personal Librarian is the book club read for April.

Jefferson Highway Book Club

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Book: The Personal Librarian, by Marie Benedict

Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Book: The Personal Librarian, by Marie Benedict

Pecan Grove Lane HOA

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Purpose of Meeting:

We would like to have our Annual HOA meetings to approve budget and discuss issues in our neighborhood.

River Ridge Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

We would like to have our Annual HOA meetings to approve budget and discuss issues in our neighborhood.

Creative Writing Class

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Writing Group
Age Group:
Adults

This class will cover the basics of short story writing, memoir writing and creative non-fiction writing. It will be taught and mentored by local writer and educator, Maria Baisier. Everyone has a story. What is yours? 

Register Open
Registration Required
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop, Writing Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class will cover the basics of short story writing, memoir writing and creative non-fiction writing. It will be taught and mentored by local writer and educator, Maria Baisier. Everyone has a story. What is yours? 

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Story and Art

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. 

 

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. 

 

Hong Kong Mahjong

Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 6:00am - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Come play Hong Kong Mahjong at River Ridge Library! Free and open to the public. Beginners are welcome. 

We will play in the River Ridge library meeting room. 

Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come play Hong Kong Mahjong at River Ridge Library! Free and open to the public. Beginners are welcome. 

We will play in the River Ridge library meeting room. 

Video Game Hour

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, 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.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, 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.

STEM Saturday

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Family, Everybody

For a select Saturday of the month, River Ridge Library will offer a STEM related scientific experiment or activity! This will help build STEM skills, and make STEM learning fun and interesting for all. Everyone is welcome.

Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Family, Everybody
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

For a select Saturday of the month, River Ridge Library will offer a STEM related scientific experiment or activity! This will help build STEM skills, and make STEM learning fun and interesting for all. Everyone is welcome.

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.

Hooked On Threads

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

We are a small group of crafters dedicated to spreading warmth and creativity through handmade creations. Come join us to work on projects, brainstorm, share tips and tricks, and socialize! Open to the public! No registration required.

Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We are a small group of crafters dedicated to spreading warmth and creativity through handmade creations. Come join us to work on projects, brainstorm, share tips and tricks, and socialize! Open to the public! No registration required.

Video Game Hour

Monday, April 27, 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.

Upcoming
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.

Floral Egg

Adult Watercolor Classes

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

In this class you will learn basic watercolor skills and complete a painting in one hour. Step by step instructions will be given. Art supplies are provided or bring your own supplies. Registration is required.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

In this class you will learn basic watercolor skills and complete a painting in one hour. Step by step instructions will be given. Art supplies are provided or bring your own supplies. Registration is required.

Creative Writing Class

Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Workshop, Writing Group
Age Group:
Adults

This class will cover the basics of short story writing, memoir writing and creative non-fiction writing. It will be taught and mentored by local writer and educator, Maria Baisier. Everyone has a story. What is yours? 

Register Open
Registration Required
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop, Writing Group
Registration Required
Event Details:

This class will cover the basics of short story writing, memoir writing and creative non-fiction writing. It will be taught and mentored by local writer and educator, Maria Baisier. Everyone has a story. What is yours? 

Grab and Go Craft

All Day
Whole Branch at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Family

Come to the River Ridge Library and pick up a Grab & Go Craft to take and make! Available until supplies run out. No registration is necessary. These crafts are for children ages 4 to 9 years old.

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

Come to the River Ridge Library and pick up a Grab & Go Craft to take and make! Available until supplies run out. No registration is necessary. These crafts are for children ages 4 to 9 years old.

NACA Homebuyer's Workshop

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To offer the opportunity for homeownership to low - moderate income families.

River Ridge Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

To offer the opportunity for homeownership to low - moderate income families.

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Lego Club

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)

LEGO free play for children ages six and up. LEGOs and blocks will be provided. This event is for children ages 6 to 13 years old.

Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

LEGO free play for children ages six and up. LEGOs and blocks will be provided. This event is for children ages 6 to 13 years old.

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Lego Club

Saturday, May 2, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)

LEGO free play for children ages six and up. LEGOs and blocks will be provided. This event is for children ages 6 to 13 years old.

Cancelled
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

LEGO free play for children ages six and up. LEGOs and blocks will be provided. This event is for children ages 6 to 13 years old.

Video Game Hour

Monday, May 4, 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.

Upcoming
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.

US Daughters of 1812 Chalmette Chapter

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 11:00am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Historical & Genealogical

River Ridge Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Historical & Genealogical