Jean Lafitte Seafood Festival

The Lafitte Library will be closed on Friday, May 30, and Saturday, May 31, for the Jean Lafitte Seafood Festival.

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This event is in the "Everybody" group.

Game Night

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Lafitte Library
Age Group:
Everybody

Library: Lafitte Library
Age Group: Everybody
Event Details:

This event is in the "Everybody" group.

Fitness Goals

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everybody

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: 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!

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

After School Storytime & Craft

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Children's Stage Area at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

New after school storytime with craft! Targeted for ages 4-8. 

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

New after school storytime with craft! Targeted for ages 4-8. 

First Security Financial- 6:00pm Start Time

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Jefferson Room at East Bank Regional Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Educational seminar

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

Educational seminar

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.

Teen Cafe

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Teen Center at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Looking for a fun, chill spot to hang out? Join us at the library for our Teen Café! Watch your favorite anime, play video and board games, get creative with crafts, and vibe with friends or meet new ones.

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

Looking for a fun, chill spot to hang out? Join us at the library for our Teen Café! Watch your favorite anime, play video and board games, get creative with crafts, and vibe with friends or meet new ones.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.

West Bank Regional's Coding Club!

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Computer Lab at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)

Come create your own video games and websites! From beginners to pros, all are welcome. The program is recommended for ages 5-12. Beginners should have an accompanying adult present to assist in the lessons. Pre-register for your spot. 

Register Open
Registration Required
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
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. Beginners should have an accompanying adult present to assist in the lessons. Pre-register for your spot. 

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Starting Stitches: Open Stitch

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults

Bring a project you're working on, sewing, quilting, embroidery, crochet, or any type of creative needlework, and socialize with others with similar interests.

Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring a project you're working on, sewing, quilting, embroidery, crochet, or any type of creative needlework, and socialize with others with similar interests.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.

Video Game Day

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)

Come play video games and compete against others! No registration required. For more information, please call 504-838-4375.

Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come play video games and compete against others! No registration required. For more information, please call 504-838-4375.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Classic Movie Evening: Goldfinger

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Movie: Goldfinger

Classic James Bond film that is considered to be by several film critics the best in the series. 

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

Movie: Goldfinger

Classic James Bond film that is considered to be by several film critics the best in the series. 

Social Security & Taxes in Retirement Class

Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Old Metairie Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Learn more about the rules for Social Security and how to reduce your tax burden in retirement! Must register to attend.

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

Learn more about the rules for Social Security and how to reduce your tax burden in retirement! Must register to attend.

Medicare 101: All You Need to Know About Medicare Health Insurance

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To educate the community on the basics of Medicare and understanding the 4 parts of Medicare.

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

To educate the community on the basics of Medicare and understanding the 4 parts of Medicare.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Northstar Microsoft Word 1

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Computer Lab at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Northstar Digital Learning is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting. Learners will open a new document. Identify the parts of the Word window, including the Ribbon and Quick Access Toolbar.

Register Open
Registration Required
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Northstar Digital Learning is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting. Learners will open a new document. Identify the parts of the Word window, including the Ribbon and Quick Access Toolbar.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Jefferson Parish Sewing Group

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:45pm
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Open sewing time with the Jefferson Parish sewing group. This meeting is not instructional, but questions are always welcome. 

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

Open sewing time with the Jefferson Parish sewing group. This meeting is not instructional, but questions are always welcome. 

JPG - JeffFit

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 1:30pm
Jefferson Room at East Bank Regional Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To allow EBR employees the opportunity to receive a massage.

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

To allow EBR employees the opportunity to receive a massage.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.
This event is in the "Everybody" group.

Community Garden Work Hour

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Gardening
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody

Come garden alongside the Golden Gardeners as we work on our very first Community Garden! Learn what to grow and how to tend a vegetable and flower garden during this informal work hour. Open to all ages and experience levels. 

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: Gardening
Event Details:

Come garden alongside the Golden Gardeners as we work on our very first Community Garden! Learn what to grow and how to tend a vegetable and flower garden during this informal work hour. Open to all ages and experience levels. 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Homeschool Hour Series: Theater Stages

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Stage Area at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Storytime, Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family

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.

Register Open
Registration Required
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM/STEAM, Storytime, Other
Registration Required
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.

JPHSA Social Inclusion

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Rosedale Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Arts & Crafts for Social Inclusion

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

Arts & Crafts for Social Inclusion

Homeschool multicultural fair exhibit

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:30pm
Napoleon Room at East Bank Regional Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Homeschool multicultural fair where students will put their posterboard displays on tables and invite others to come view them.

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

Homeschool multicultural fair where students will put their posterboard displays on tables and invite others to come view them.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginning Drawing Series

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Beginning Drawing Series

The series will consist of four separate classes which include drawing through observation and individual instruction. You must register for each class separately. 

Register Open
Registration Required
Library: River Ridge Library
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Beginning Drawing Series

The series will consist of four separate classes which include drawing through observation and individual instruction. You must register for each class separately. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Maybe Book Club

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at Gretna Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Maybe Book Club – The members of the book club have moved the event to 1:30 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month. The following books will be read and discussed.

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

Maybe Book Club – The members of the book club have moved the event to 1:30 p.m. on the third Saturday of each month. The following books will be read and discussed.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Family" group.

Free Nutrition Class with the LSU Agricultural Center

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family

This four-week course is taught by the LSU Agricultural Center, providing a free food and nutrition education program. 

Week 1: Fruits, Vegetables, And Choosing your Dairy.

Week 2: Whole Grains and Varying Your Protein Sources

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

This four-week course is taught by the LSU Agricultural Center, providing a free food and nutrition education program. 

Week 1: Fruits, Vegetables, And Choosing your Dairy.

Week 2: Whole Grains and Varying Your Protein Sources

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Northstar Microsoft Word 2

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Computer Lab at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults

Northstar Digital Learning is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting. This class takes what you learned in Part 1 and digs a little deeper.

Register Open
Registration Required
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Northstar Digital Learning is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting. This class takes what you learned in Part 1 and digs a little deeper.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Story Time with the School (ages 5-7)

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Grand Isle Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

This is a story time for children who are aged 5-7 years old. 1st and 2nd grade level children will visit us from Grand Isle School and the public who have children in this age group are invited to participate.

Library: Grand Isle Library
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

This is a story time for children who are aged 5-7 years old. 1st and 2nd grade level children will visit us from Grand Isle School and the public who have children in this age group are invited to participate.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Kids' Craft

Friday, May 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
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
Event Details: