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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.

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

Video Game Hour

Saturday, August 15, 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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Senior Citizens" group
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Morning Mah-jong

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Rosedale Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens

If you are interested in learning the game of Mahjong, but are intimidated by the fast pace of traditional Mahjong clubs, then come join us for a relaxed learning experience.

Library: Rosedale Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

If you are interested in learning the game of Mahjong, but are intimidated by the fast pace of traditional Mahjong clubs, then come join us for a relaxed learning experience.

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
A colorful promotional flyer for “The Pit Crew Craft Station: Build-A-Racer Mini Workshop” shows a handmade cardboard race car decorated in red and yellow with the number 95. Craft supplies such as markers, cardboard pieces, and tools are visible on a table in the background. Text explains that before the movie begins, kids can build their own mini cardboard race car to take home. Additional text highlights “Fun & easy for all ages,” “Simple materials,” and “Big fun to take home,” along with phrases like “D

The Pit Crew Craft Station: Build-A-Racer Mini Workshop

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Workshop
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)

The Pit Crew Craft Station: Build-A-Racer Mini Workshop 🏁🔧

Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Event, Workshop
Event Details:

The Pit Crew Craft Station: Build-A-Racer Mini Workshop 🏁🔧

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

Storytime with Craft

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Whole Branch at 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.

Library: Gretna Library
Room: Whole Branch
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.

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
A bright promotional flyer for “Pit Stop Picture Show” features a red cardboard race car styled like a cartoon character with large eyes. The background resembles a movie theater screen and racetrack theme. Large text reads “Pit Stop Picture Show” and “A 3-week movie series!” Additional text says, “3 movies. 3 weekends. Full speed fun!” and explains that kids sit in their own race cars to watch different car-themed movies each weekend. Icons at the bottom highlight “3 weekends in August,” “Family fun at the

Pit Stop Picture Show: Cars 2 (2011, Rated: G,1h 46m)

Saturday, August 15, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody

Rev up for a high-speed movie experience at the library! Kids will cruise into fun as they relax in their very own cardboard race cars and enjoy a different family-friendly car-themed movie each weekend.

Register Open
Registration Required
Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required
Event Details:

Rev up for a high-speed movie experience at the library! Kids will cruise into fun as they relax in their very own cardboard race cars and enjoy a different family-friendly car-themed movie each weekend.

This event is in the "Adults" group

YMCA Adult Literacy

Monday, August 17, 2026 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.

Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Senior Citizens" group
Movement Mondays

Movement Monday

Monday, August 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Rosedale Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Senior Citizens

Come to Rosedale Library and focus on fitness.  Let's move together!  This program includes dance, chair exercises and stretching.

Library: Rosedale Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Senior Citizens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Come to Rosedale Library and focus on fitness.  Let's move together!  This program includes dance, chair exercises and stretching.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Senior Citizens" group
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Adult Crochet Club

Monday, August 17, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Senior Citizens Program
Age Group:
Adults, Senior Citizens

Come join us at the Jefferson Parish Library - Lakeshore Library for our fun and relaxing Crochet Club! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome to come and work on their projects together.

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

Come join us at the Jefferson Parish Library - Lakeshore Library for our fun and relaxing Crochet Club! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome to come and work on their projects together.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Hooked On Threads

Monday, August 17, 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.

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

Video Game Hour

Monday, August 17, 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.

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
A vibrant promotional graphic for “Mic Drop Mondays: Karaoke & Music Games.” The design features bold, colorful text at the top with a large microphone in the foreground. Surrounding elements include musical notes, a vinyl record, a bingo card, and a music trivia card. Bright stage lights and confetti fill the background, with silhouettes of a cheering crowd along the bottom. The phrase “Sing. Play. Win!” appears prominently, emphasizing a lively, interactive music event.

Mic Drop Mondays: Karaoke & Music Games

Monday, August 17, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Performance
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody

Start your week on a high note! Grab the mic and belt out your favorite songs or test your music knowledge with interactive games like music bingo and trivia. No pressure—just good vibes, great music, and a whole lot of fun.

 

Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Program Type: Performance
Event Details:

Start your week on a high note! Grab the mic and belt out your favorite songs or test your music knowledge with interactive games like music bingo and trivia. No pressure—just good vibes, great music, and a whole lot of fun.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

YMCA Adult Literacy

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Adults

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.

Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Middle of the Night by Riley Sager

Old Metairie Mystery Book Club - Middle of the Night by Riley Sager

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at Old Metairie Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

The worst thing to ever happen on Hemlock Circle occurred in Ethan Marsh’s backyard. One July night, ten-year-old Ethan and his best friend and neighbor, Billy, fell asleep in a tent set up on a manicured lawn in a quiet, quaint New Jers

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

The worst thing to ever happen on Hemlock Circle occurred in Ethan Marsh’s backyard. One July night, ten-year-old Ethan and his best friend and neighbor, Billy, fell asleep in a tent set up on a manicured lawn in a quiet, quaint New Jers

This event is in the "Adults" group

Jefferson Highway Book Club

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults

Book Information Coming Soon...

 

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

Book Information Coming Soon...

 

This event is in the "Everybody" group

ESL Class (Clase de Ingles)

Tuesday, August 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Terrytown Library
Age Group:
Everybody

The New Neighbor Project will offer a series of in-person English as a Second Language classes. English as a second or foreign language is a language education program for people learning English.

Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everybody
Event Details:

The New Neighbor Project will offer a series of in-person English as a Second Language classes. English as a second or foreign language is a language education program for people learning English.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
A bright, colorful illustration shows three happy toddlers sitting on a rug inside a library. One child sings into a microphone while the others hold picture books. Musical notes float around them, and toys, books, and craft supplies are spread across the floor, including a teddy bear, crayons, and a tambourine. Large playful text at the top reads “Read & Sing! A Library Program for Ages 0–3” with “Books • Songs • Crafts • Fun!” underneath. At the bottom, the Jefferson Parish Library logo appears alongside

Storytime

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Read & Sing: Early Literacy Fun (Ages 0–3)

Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Read & Sing: Early Literacy Fun (Ages 0–3)

This event is in the "Everybody" group

YMCA Adult Literacy

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Everybody

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.

Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Senior Citizens" group

Wellness Wednesday: Exercise

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Rosedale Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Senior Citizens

Wellness Wednesday

Come and do some gentle exercises at Rosedale Library.  Go at your own pace and get in shape. 1pm to 2pm.

Library: Rosedale Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Senior Citizens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Wellness Wednesday

Come and do some gentle exercises at Rosedale Library.  Go at your own pace and get in shape. 1pm to 2pm.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Dominos Club

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Adults

Come play Dominos at River Ridge Library, third Wednesday of the month. Adults only. 

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

Come play Dominos at River Ridge Library, third Wednesday of the month. Adults only. 

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
The cover of the Lancer core rulebook featuring illustrations of various giant robots of the type that can be played in-game.

Lancer (The Mech) Tabletop RPG

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Games
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults

Join a group of up to six players for a Lancer campaign led by Game Master Patrick Hitchcock.  The campaign will meet one Wednesday evening a month.  There is no cost, and all materials will be provided.

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

Join a group of up to six players for a Lancer campaign led by Game Master Patrick Hitchcock.  The campaign will meet one Wednesday evening a month.  There is no cost, and all materials will be provided.

This event is in the "Adults" group
A stylized movie poster for Freaky Tales features multiple characters arranged in a collage against a neon, retro-inspired background. A large image of a man with a mustache appears on the left, while another man in a suit stands to the right. Below them, a man holds a sword in a defensive stance. Additional scenes include a vintage car, a group of people, and two women walking through colorful smoke. A glowing sunset and city buildings appear in the background. Text at the top lists actors’ names and the t

Lakeshore Movie Night: Freaky Tales (2024, Rated: R ,1h 47m)

Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Movie
Age Group:
Adults

Four interconnected stories set in 1987 Oakland, CA. will tell about the love of music, movies, people, places and memories beyond our knowable universe.

For more information, please call 504-838-4375.

Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Four interconnected stories set in 1987 Oakland, CA. will tell about the love of music, movies, people, places and memories beyond our knowable universe.

For more information, please call 504-838-4375.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
Tales for Tots- River Ridge Library

Tales for Tots - River Ridge Library

Thursday, August 20, 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.

This event is in the "Everybody" group

YMCA Adult Literacy

Thursday, August 20, 2026 at 11:30am - 2:00pm
Meeting Room at Belle Terre Library
Program Type:
Workshop
Age Group:
Everybody

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.

Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.