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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Story Time With Craft -

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Harahan Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

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

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Library: Harahan Library
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
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This even includes stories and crafts for school aged children (ages 6 to 11 years old). 

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Storytime with Craft

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Westwego Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Join us for books, songs, and play! This event is for toddlers and preschool children.

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Library: Westwego Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
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Join us for books, songs, and play! This event is for toddlers and preschool children.

Storytime with Craft

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Gretna Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

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

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Library: Gretna Library
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

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

Storytime with Craft

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Listen to a story read by one of our librarians and stay to do a fun craft together! This event is for children ages 3 to 10 years old. 

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Craft: 

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

Listen to a story read by one of our librarians and stay to do a fun craft together! This event is for children ages 3 to 10 years old. 

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Craft: 

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Lego Club

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Area at Westwego Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

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

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Library: Westwego Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Join us for Lego Club at the library! Come and build with us! Meets on Saturdays. Ages 4+; Parental supervision required.

Big Brothers Big Sister NOLA Open House

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 11:30am - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at Gretna Library
Purpose of Meeting:

To train parents in child safety

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

To train parents in child safety

Your Light Has Come: Empowerment + Support for Chronic Warriors

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at West Bank Regional Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Empowerment + Support for Chronic Warriors whereas community leaders and professionals will provide resources and tips to live a fulfilling life with a chronic health diagnosis.

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

Empowerment + Support for Chronic Warriors whereas community leaders and professionals will provide resources and tips to live a fulfilling life with a chronic health diagnosis.

Dewey Doables

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Back Sitting Area at Lafitte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
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Library: Lafitte Library
Room: Back Sitting Area
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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Reading to Rover

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children's Stage Area at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11

Presented by the Visiting Pet Program, beginner or reluctant readers read aloud to animal assisted therapy dogs.

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

Presented by the Visiting Pet Program, beginner or reluctant readers read aloud to animal assisted therapy dogs.

New Orleans Secular Humanist Association - Jennifer Herricks, Louisiana Families for Vaccines

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Jefferson Room at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Lecture
Age Group:
Adults

Jennifer Herricks, PhD, founder of the Louisiana Families for Vaccines, will give a talk titled “Are State Leaders Throwing Away Our Shot at a Healthy Louisiana?” at 3 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W.

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Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Jefferson Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Event Details:

Jennifer Herricks, PhD, founder of the Louisiana Families for Vaccines, will give a talk titled “Are State Leaders Throwing Away Our Shot at a Healthy Louisiana?” at 3 p.m., Saturday, May 17, at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W.

504 Fibro Warriors Support Group Meeting

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:45pm
Meeting Room at West Bank Regional Library
Purpose of Meeting:

A supportive community for individuals with fibromyalgia to connect, share experiences, learn about the condition, and explore natural solutions for pain relief and improved well-b...

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

A supportive community for individuals with fibromyalgia to connect, share experiences, learn about the condition, and explore natural solutions for pain relief and improved well-being.

Adult Lego Club

Adult Lego Club

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Napoleon Room at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Unleash your creativity at our Adult LEGO Club! Join us for a relaxing, hands-on session of building, designing, and connecting with fellow LEGO enthusiasts.

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Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Napoleon Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Unleash your creativity at our Adult LEGO Club! Join us for a relaxing, hands-on session of building, designing, and connecting with fellow LEGO enthusiasts.

Lego Time

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Children's Area at Lafitte Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Age Group:
Family

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Library: Lafitte Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Family
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
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Dog Man

Movie Event: Dog Man

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Westwego Library
Program Type:
Movie

Part dog, part man, all hero. Come join us at Westwego to watch the movie Dog Man (rated PG), based on the bestselling graphic novel series! All ages are welcome! 

Children under the age of 12 require adult supervision.

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Library: Westwego Library
Room: Meeting Room
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Part dog, part man, all hero. Come join us at Westwego to watch the movie Dog Man (rated PG), based on the bestselling graphic novel series! All ages are welcome! 

Children under the age of 12 require adult supervision.

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Saturday Matinee: Goonies

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Live Oak Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Everybody

Join us for the booming sound and large screen experience of our Saturday Matinee. All are welcome!

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

Join us for the booming sound and large screen experience of our Saturday Matinee. All are welcome!

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Chess Club

Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room at North Kenner Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Family, Everybody

Join us for Chess Club! In this non-competitive environment, for beginners and up, come learn how to play or just play for fun with other enthusiasts.

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Library: North Kenner Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Family, Everybody
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for Chess Club! In this non-competitive environment, for beginners and up, come learn how to play or just play for fun with other enthusiasts.

Afternoon Craft!:

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)

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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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.

Science Book Club - "Infinite Life: The Revolutionary Story of Eggs, Evolution, and Life on Earth" by Jules Howard

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
A/V Conference Room - 2nd Floor at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

The Science Book Club meets monthly in the A/V Conference room at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon, Metairie.

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

The Science Book Club meets monthly in the A/V Conference room at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon, Metairie.

Reading to Rabbits

Reading with Rabbits!

Sunday, May 18, 2025 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Special Event
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family

Visit West Bank Regional Library on May 18th at 1:30pm for your chance to read to the Jefferson SPCA's adoptable rabbits! Kids can visit with adorable rabbits and practice key reading skills at the same time! 

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

Visit West Bank Regional Library on May 18th at 1:30pm for your chance to read to the Jefferson SPCA's adoptable rabbits! Kids can visit with adorable rabbits and practice key reading skills at the same time! 

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. 

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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. 

JEFFERSON PARISH SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER TRAINING

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 8:30am - 5:00pm
Jefferson & Napoleon Rooms at East Bank Regional Library
Purpose of Meeting:

JEFFERSON PARISH SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER TRAINING booked by Councilwoman Jennifer Van Vrancken

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

JEFFERSON PARISH SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER TRAINING booked by Councilwoman Jennifer Van Vrancken

Jefferson Parish Hurricane Evacuation Exercise

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 9:00am - 1:30pm
Meeting Room at North Kenner Library
Purpose of Meeting:

Community groups and members of the public to help participate as evacuees for training exercise; instructions will be given. 

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

Community groups and members of the public to help participate as evacuees for training exercise; instructions will be given. 

ESL Class

Monday, May 19, 2025 at 9:30am - 12:00pm
A/V Conference Room - 2nd Floor at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

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

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Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: A/V Conference Room - 2nd Floor
Age Group: 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.

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Creative Connections: Stories and Crafts for Adults

Monday, May 19, 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.

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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.