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 "Ages 6-11" group.

Storytime with Craft

Saturday, June 14, 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. 

Book: 
Craft: 

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. 

Book: 
Craft: 

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

Lego Club

Saturday, June 14, 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.

Library: Westwego Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

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

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.

A Fancy Party!

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family

Help us wish beloved children's book character Fancy Nancy a very Happy 25th Birthday! West Bank Regional's Children's Department is throwing her a Fancy Party with fancy crafts, games, and activities! 

 

Library: West Bank Regional Library
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Help us wish beloved children's book character Fancy Nancy a very Happy 25th Birthday! West Bank Regional's Children's Department is throwing her a Fancy Party with fancy crafts, games, and activities! 

 

This event is in the "Everybody" group.

BTS' 12th Anniversary Party

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Westwego Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Everybody

 

BTS Group

Attention ARMY! Come join us in bracelet making while listening to BTS' music! 

Library: Westwego Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

 

BTS Group

Attention ARMY! Come join us in bracelet making while listening to BTS' music! 

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.

Afternoon Craft: Yellow!

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.

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.

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

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. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Creative Connections: Stories and Crafts for Adults

Monday, June 16, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Monday Knitters

Monday, June 16, 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.

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

Teen Crafternoon: Marble Paper

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teen Center at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Create your own marble paper for postcards with this fun craft at the West Bank Regional Teen Center! All supplies provided, first-come, first-serve. This program is strictly for ages 12 and up. 

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

Create your own marble paper for postcards with this fun craft at the West Bank Regional Teen Center! All supplies provided, first-come, first-serve. This program is strictly for ages 12 and up. 

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.

Create Space: Crochet a Bookmark!

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family

A new crochet tutorial every month as well as space to work on your own projects. Working on a beading or jewelry project? Crocheting or knitting something cool?

Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

A new crochet tutorial every month as well as space to work on your own projects. Working on a beading or jewelry project? Crocheting or knitting something cool?

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

Tuesday Crochet

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Senior Citizens Program
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults

An informal group for all levels of crocheters. We are primarily a crochet group, but knitters are welcome.

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

An informal group for all levels of crocheters. We are primarily a crochet group, but knitters are welcome.

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

Field Trip

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room at North Kenner Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

Alice Birney camp field trip.

Library: North Kenner Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Alice Birney camp field trip.

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

Teens Make Craft: Recycled Book Page Flowers

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Center at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Give old book pages new life by turning them into beautiful, handcrafted flowers! In this eco-friendly craft, you’ll learn how to fold, shape, and assemble delicate floral designs using recycled book pages.

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

Give old book pages new life by turning them into beautiful, handcrafted flowers! In this eco-friendly craft, you’ll learn how to fold, shape, and assemble delicate floral designs using recycled book pages.

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.

After School Kid Zone: Summer Edition

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family

Join us for an afternoon arts and crafts program. All children must have an adult 18+ in the library with them at all times. Snacks will be provided when available.

Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon arts and crafts program. All children must have an adult 18+ in the library with them at all times. Snacks will be provided when available.

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.

Beginner Crochet Class

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Lafitte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults

Library: Lafitte Library
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Open Stitch Sewing Circle

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Gretna Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults


Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

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


Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cricut Crafters Club

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an informal meeting of Cricut enthusiasts. Have a question, or a technique you'd like to share? Bring your Cricut and enjoy the company of other crafters.

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

Join us for an informal meeting of Cricut enthusiasts. Have a question, or a technique you'd like to share? Bring your Cricut and enjoy the company of other crafters.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Watercolor Basics: Landscape Paintings

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Come join us for a relaxing and creative evening at the Jefferson Parish Library - Lakeshore Library!

Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

Come join us for a relaxing and creative evening at the Jefferson Parish Library - Lakeshore Library!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Arts and Crafts for Adults with Special Needs

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 10:15am - 11:30am
Children's Area at Terrytown Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Join us and the Clear Head Adult Day Care for a craft or art project each week! Caretaker must be present. 

Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us and the Clear Head Adult Day Care for a craft or art project each week! Caretaker must be present. 

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

Story Time

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children's Area at Lafitte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
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, Storytime
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crochet & Coffee

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at North Kenner Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

This event is a casual crocheting group for adults. Come work on your crochet projects and enjoy a cup of our Library Blend coffee while you crochet and socialize with other fiber artists.

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

This event is a casual crocheting group for adults. Come work on your crochet projects and enjoy a cup of our Library Blend coffee while you crochet and socialize with other fiber artists.

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.

Advanced Crochet Class

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Back Sitting Area at Lafitte Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults

Library: Lafitte Library
Room: Back Sitting Area
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Starting Stitches Quilting Club

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Starting Stitches Quilt Club is a club for quilters of all levels We discuss new quilting related resources the library has to offer, such as magazines, Library of Things, and new books.

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

Starting Stitches Quilt Club is a club for quilters of all levels We discuss new quilting related resources the library has to offer, such as magazines, Library of Things, and new books.

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

Teens Make Craft: Cat Ear Headbands

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teen Center at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Unleash your inner feline with a purr-fectly adorable DIY cat ear headband! Customize your own with fun fabrics, and other decorations to match your style. Whether you go cute, spooky, or glam, your creation will be totally unique! 

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

Unleash your inner feline with a purr-fectly adorable DIY cat ear headband! Customize your own with fun fabrics, and other decorations to match your style. Whether you go cute, spooky, or glam, your creation will be totally unique!