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Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 11:45am - 2:45pm
Meeting Room at Wagner Library
Purpose of Meeting:

The purpose of the meeting to provide education, activities, philanthropic endeavors and information for seniors and retirees in the Metairie area.

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

The purpose of the meeting to provide education, activities, philanthropic endeavors and information for seniors and retirees in the Metairie area.

Barbie

Teen Movie Matinee: Barbie

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults

Did you know the production of Barbie created a worldwide shortage of pink dye in 2023? This summer, the Teen Center will be spotlighting movies for the use of color in film to go with our theme, Color Our World.

Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Did you know the production of Barbie created a worldwide shortage of pink dye in 2023? This summer, the Teen Center will be spotlighting movies for the use of color in film to go with our theme, Color Our World.

Empowered By Empathy Support Group

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Jefferson Room at East Bank Regional Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Host a support group for parents and guardians of medically complex children.

East Bank Regional Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Jefferson Room
Purpose of Meeting

Host a support group for parents and guardians of medically complex children.

A man and woman dancing

Bollywood Dance

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Age Group:
Adults

Join us to learn the basics of Bollywood dance. Adults only, please. 

Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Event Details:

Join us to learn the basics of Bollywood dance. Adults only, please. 

Jennette Ginsburg hula hooping

Hula Hooping for Everyone

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody

Get ready for an action-packed experience with our interactive hula hoop event! The fun kicks off with a dazzling hula hoop performance that will leave you inspired.

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: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Get ready for an action-packed experience with our interactive hula hoop event! The fun kicks off with a dazzling hula hoop performance that will leave you inspired.

Princess Tiana Tea Party

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Napoleon Room at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

You are invited to a tea party with Princess Tiana! Join us for cookies and lemonade, games, and crafts. Fancy costumes encouraged, of course! 

Please register to reserve your spot. 

Full
Registration Required
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Napoleon Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

You are invited to a tea party with Princess Tiana! Join us for cookies and lemonade, games, and crafts. Fancy costumes encouraged, of course! 

Please register to reserve your spot. 

Winston Helling Jr.

The Magic of Winston Helling Jr.

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Whole Branch at Grand Isle Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Family, Everybody

A fun family friendly magic show with magician Winston Helling Jr.!

Library: Grand Isle Library
Room: Whole Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Family, Everybody
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

A fun family friendly magic show with magician Winston Helling Jr.!

BLK INK Writer’s Meetup

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:45pm
A/V Conference Room - 2nd Floor at East Bank Regional Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Local writer’s meetup

East Bank Regional Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: A/V Conference Room - 2nd Floor
Purpose of Meeting

Local writer’s meetup

Legos

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Lafitte Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Everybody

Legos

Library: Lafitte Library
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Legos

NOLA Games on Wheels logo

NOLA Games on Wheels Video Game Truck

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Whole Branch at North Kenner Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)

Gamers, get ready for the ultimate experience with NOLA Games on Wheels!  Step into a mobile gaming theater for high-definition gaming excitement.

Library: North Kenner Library
Room: Whole Branch
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Gamers, get ready for the ultimate experience with NOLA Games on Wheels!  Step into a mobile gaming theater for high-definition gaming excitement.

River Road Poets

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

The River Ridge Poets group meets at River Ridge Library on the second Saturday of each month to discuss poetry. 

Library: River Ridge Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The River Ridge Poets group meets at River Ridge Library on the second Saturday of each month to discuss poetry. 

movie

Saturday Midday Matinee

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Live Oak Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Everybody

Send requests for matinee titles to loalibrary@jplibrary.net or call us at 5047368475!

Library: Live Oak Library
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Send requests for matinee titles to loalibrary@jplibrary.net or call us at 5047368475!

teens playing chess

Teen Chess Club

Saturday, July 12, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Center at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Love chess or just curious about it? Swing by the Teen Chess Club for chill games, good vibes, and some fun strategy battles. No pressure — whether you're a total beginner or a chess pro, everyone's welcome.

Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Love chess or just curious about it? Swing by the Teen Chess Club for chill games, good vibes, and some fun strategy battles. No pressure — whether you're a total beginner or a chess pro, everyone's welcome.

Pink Craft

Afternoon Craft: Pink!

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)

Help us Color Our World by celebrating all the colors of the rainbow this summer as part of the annual Summer Reading Program! This week's color is: PINK!   

 

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:

Help us Color Our World by celebrating all the colors of the rainbow this summer as part of the annual Summer Reading Program! This week's color is: PINK!   

 

reading to rover picture

Reading to Rover

Sunday, July 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family

Presented by the Visiting Pet Program, beginner or reluctant readers read aloud to animal assisted therapy dogs. Please do not bring your personal pet! Parental supervision required.

Library: West Bank Regional Library
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Presented by the Visiting Pet Program, beginner or reluctant readers read aloud to animal assisted therapy dogs. Please do not bring your personal pet! Parental supervision required.

Take Home Craft Activity for Kids

All Day
Harahan Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

 Each week a  different  craft activity is available for kids (ages 6 -11) in the foyer area of Harahan Library  while supplies last. 

Library: Harahan Library
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

 Each week a  different  craft activity is available for kids (ages 6 -11) in the foyer area of Harahan Library  while supplies last. 

Ice Cream Sandwich Kitten

Teen Take and Make Craft: Foam Ice Cream Sandwich Kitten

All Day
Teen Center at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)

Color Your World with this cute and fun foam craft kit! Supplies are first-come, first-served. This craft is recommended for ages 11 and up. 

Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Color Your World with this cute and fun foam craft kit! Supplies are first-come, first-served. This craft is recommended for ages 11 and up. 

Summer Reading Weekly Creative Color Adventures at River Ridge Library

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 9:00am - 9:00pm
River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family

During Summer Reading, River Ridge Library will take you, children between 4-12 years old, on an exciting creative color adventure.  Your adventure starts June 2nd and ends July 26th. Here is how your adventure will take place.

Library: River Ridge Library
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

During Summer Reading, River Ridge Library will take you, children between 4-12 years old, on an exciting creative color adventure.  Your adventure starts June 2nd and ends July 26th. Here is how your adventure will take place.

ESL Class

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
A/V Conference Room - 2nd Floor at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults

The Jefferson Parish Library, in conjunction with YMCA New Orleans, offers an intermediate English as a Second Language class.

Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: A/V Conference Room - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

The Jefferson Parish Library, in conjunction with YMCA New Orleans, offers an intermediate English as a Second Language class.

Three adults interacting with large stacks of books

Creative Connections: Stories and Crafts for Adults

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for Creative Connections, a welcoming and inclusive program designed for adults with developmental disabilities. Each session features engaging activities that encourage creativity, social interaction, and lifelong learning.

Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for Creative Connections, a welcoming and inclusive program designed for adults with developmental disabilities. Each session features engaging activities that encourage creativity, social interaction, and lifelong learning.

Governor's Office Of Elderly Affairs/Elderly Protective Services

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at West Bank Regional Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Meeting/Training.

West Bank Regional Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room
Purpose of Meeting

Meeting/Training.

Frank & Tammy's Magic Show

Frank and Tammy’s Magic Show

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Family

Frank and Tammy have been making children laugh for over 25 years. Join them for a family-friendly magic and puppet show!

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

Frank and Tammy have been making children laugh for over 25 years. Join them for a family-friendly magic and puppet show!

Monday Knitters

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at Gretna Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Monday Knitters meets from 1 to 3 p.m. each Monday. Bev Madere, Craft Yarn Council of America Master Knitter, facilitates this group of adult knitters. All level of skills welcomed; basic knitting skills taught to beginners.

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

Monday Knitters meets from 1 to 3 p.m. each Monday. Bev Madere, Craft Yarn Council of America Master Knitter, facilitates this group of adult knitters. All level of skills welcomed; basic knitting skills taught to beginners.

"Long Story Short - Why and How to Write and Market Short Fiction" with Pam Ebel

Monday, July 14, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:30pm
A/V Conference Room - 2nd Floor at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Pam Ebel, a long-time writer and reader of fiction, will present “Long Story Short – Why and How to Write and Market Short Stories,” from 1 to 3:30 p.m., on three Monday afternoons: June 16, June 30, and July 14, at the East Bank Regional Library,

Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: A/V Conference Room - 2nd Floor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Pam Ebel, a long-time writer and reader of fiction, will present “Long Story Short – Why and How to Write and Market Short Stories,” from 1 to 3:30 p.m., on three Monday afternoons: June 16, June 30, and July 14, at the East Bank Regional Library,