Event List

Filters
Age Group
Program Type
Volunteers

Volunteer Registration Due Date

All Day
Teen Center at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program, Other
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Teen volunteer applications at the West Bank Regional Library are due May 15th, 2026. 

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

Teen volunteer applications at the West Bank Regional Library are due May 15th, 2026. 

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Belle Terre Library, East Bank Regional Library, Grand Isle Library, Gretna Library, Harahan Library, Lafitte Library, Lakeshore Library, Live Oak Library, North Kenner Library, Old Metairie Library, River Ridge Library, Rosedale Library, Terrytown Library, Wagner Library, West Bank Regional Library, Westwego Library

All Jefferson Parish Libraries will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, for Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Belle Terre Library, East Bank Regional Library, Grand Isle Library, Gretna Library, Harahan Library, Lafitte Library, Lakeshore Library, Live Oak Library, North Kenner Library, Old Metairie Library, River Ridge Library, Rosedale Library, Terrytown Library, Wagner Library, West Bank Regional Library, Westwego Library
Description:

All Jefferson Parish Libraries will be closed Monday, May 25, 2026, for Memorial Day.

Summer Reading Kick Off Party

Monday, June 1, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Special Event, STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family, Everybody

River Ridge's Annual Summer Reading Kickoff Party.

Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family, Everybody
Program Type: Special Event, STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

River Ridge's Annual Summer Reading Kickoff Party.

An image of a journal with hands writing in it.

Personal Growth Journal

Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for an afternoon of journaling. Using writing prompts we will explore the ideas of personal growth through writing. Journal provided, imagination and honesty needed.  

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of journaling. Using writing prompts we will explore the ideas of personal growth through writing. Journal provided, imagination and honesty needed.  

Summer Reading: Frank & Tammy's Magic Show

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program

Summer Reading: The NOLA Magician!

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 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)
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program

Teen Cafe

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Old Metairie Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Calling all teens! Old Metairie Library is offering a welcoming, low-pressure environment for socializing and creativity in the meeting room every Thursday this summer starting June 11th and continuing through July 23rd.

Library: Old Metairie Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Calling all teens! Old Metairie Library is offering a welcoming, low-pressure environment for socializing and creativity in the meeting room every Thursday this summer starting June 11th and continuing through July 23rd.

Summer Reading: The NOLA Magician!

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program

Summer Reading: Stories with Ms. Vee

Monday, June 15, 2026 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), Family
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
TEEN: PLAY, MAKE, CONNECT

TEEN: PLAY • MAKE • CONNECT

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Games, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Looking for a place to hang out with friends and meet new people? The library is transforming into a multi-zone lounge for teens. Play video and board games, get creative with crafts, and vibe with friends or meet new ones.

Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Games, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Looking for a place to hang out with friends and meet new people? The library is transforming into a multi-zone lounge for teens. Play video and board games, get creative with crafts, and vibe with friends or meet new ones.

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Closed for Juneteenth Holiday

All Day
Belle Terre Library, East Bank Regional Library, Grand Isle Library, Gretna Library, Harahan Library, Lafitte Library, Lakeshore Library, Live Oak Library, North Kenner Library, Old Metairie Library, River Ridge Library, Rosedale Library, Terrytown Library, Wagner Library, West Bank Regional Library, Westwego Library

All Jefferson Parish Libraries will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026, for the Juneteenth Day Holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Belle Terre Library, East Bank Regional Library, Grand Isle Library, Gretna Library, Harahan Library, Lafitte Library, Lakeshore Library, Live Oak Library, North Kenner Library, Old Metairie Library, River Ridge Library, Rosedale Library, Terrytown Library, Wagner Library, West Bank Regional Library, Westwego Library
Description:

All Jefferson Parish Libraries will be closed Friday, June 19, 2026, for the Juneteenth Day Holiday.

Summer Reading: Stories with Ms. Vee

Monday, June 22, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Westwego Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
Library: Westwego Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
Program Type: Summer Reading Program

Summer Reading: Stories with Ms. Vee

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Commons at Lakeshore Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
Program Type: Summer Reading Program

Teen Cafe

Thursday, June 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Old Metairie Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Calling all teens! Old Metairie Library is offering a welcoming, low-pressure environment for socializing and creativity in the meeting room every Thursday this summer starting June 11th and continuing through July 23rd.

Library: Old Metairie Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Calling all teens! Old Metairie Library is offering a welcoming, low-pressure environment for socializing and creativity in the meeting room every Thursday this summer starting June 11th and continuing through July 23rd.

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Will Be Closed for Independence Day

All Day 7/3 - 7/4
Belle Terre Library, East Bank Regional Library, Grand Isle Library, Gretna Library, Harahan Library, Lafitte Library, Lakeshore Library, Live Oak Library, North Kenner Library, Old Metairie Library, River Ridge Library, Rosedale Library, Terrytown Library, Wagner Library, West Bank Regional Library, Westwego Library

All Jefferson Parish Libraries will be closed Friday, July 3, 2026, and Saturday, July 4, 2026, for Independence Day.

Closing
Branches:
Belle Terre Library, East Bank Regional Library, Grand Isle Library, Gretna Library, Harahan Library, Lafitte Library, Lakeshore Library, Live Oak Library, North Kenner Library, Old Metairie Library, River Ridge Library, Rosedale Library, Terrytown Library, Wagner Library, West Bank Regional Library, Westwego Library
Description:

All Jefferson Parish Libraries will be closed Friday, July 3, 2026, and Saturday, July 4, 2026, for Independence Day.

Solar Activities Flyer

Summer STEAM: Solar Prints and Beads with the Louisiana Energy Office!

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Activity Room at East Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 6-11

Get crafty using solar power! Design jewelry with solar beads and create art using sun print paper. Presented by the Louisiana Energy Office. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM/STEAM, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Get crafty using solar power! Design jewelry with solar beads and create art using sun print paper. Presented by the Louisiana Energy Office. 

TEEN: PLAY, MAKE, CONNECT

TEEN: PLAY • MAKE • CONNECT

Tuesday, July 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Looking for a place to hang out with friends and meet new people? The library is transforming into a multi-zone lounge for teens. Play video and board games, get creative with crafts, and vibe with friends or meet new ones.

Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games, Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Looking for a place to hang out with friends and meet new people? The library is transforming into a multi-zone lounge for teens. Play video and board games, get creative with crafts, and vibe with friends or meet new ones.

Teen Cafe

Thursday, July 9, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Old Metairie Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Calling all teens! Old Metairie Library is offering a welcoming, low-pressure environment for socializing and creativity in the meeting room every Thursday this summer starting June 11th and continuing through July 23rd.

Library: Old Metairie Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Calling all teens! Old Metairie Library is offering a welcoming, low-pressure environment for socializing and creativity in the meeting room every Thursday this summer starting June 11th and continuing through July 23rd.

An image of pencil case and colors indicative of the sort of craft that will be created.

Canvas Doodle Pencil Case

Sunday, July 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Adults

Come color the afternoon away with us. We will provide the pencil case and fabric color pens, you provide the artistic ideas. A great way to calm the head and the heart while making a small item to use. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come color the afternoon away with us. We will provide the pencil case and fabric color pens, you provide the artistic ideas. A great way to calm the head and the heart while making a small item to use. 

An illustration of a kitten on a yoga mat with a person reaching out to pet it.

Kitten Yoga

Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room at West Bank Regional Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Adults, Senior Citizens

Spend a lovely hour with kittens as you have a calming yoga practice. There will be videos of yoga to follow along with when you are not cuddling the kittens. Afterwards, you have a chance to adopt a kitten. Kittens are provided by JPAWS.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Senior Citizens
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Summer Reading Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spend a lovely hour with kittens as you have a calming yoga practice. There will be videos of yoga to follow along with when you are not cuddling the kittens. Afterwards, you have a chance to adopt a kitten. Kittens are provided by JPAWS.

Teen Cafe

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room at Old Metairie Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18)

Calling all teens! Old Metairie Library is offering a welcoming, low-pressure environment for socializing and creativity in the meeting room every Thursday this summer starting June 11th and continuing through July 23rd.

Library: Old Metairie Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Summer Reading Program
Event Details:

Calling all teens! Old Metairie Library is offering a welcoming, low-pressure environment for socializing and creativity in the meeting room every Thursday this summer starting June 11th and continuing through July 23rd.

Summer Reading: The Dinosaur Experience

Tuesday, July 28, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room at River Ridge Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family, Everybody
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family, Everybody
Program Type: Summer Reading Program

Summer Reading: The Dinosaur Experience

Thursday, July 30, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Westwego Library
Program Type:
Summer Reading Program
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family, Everybody
Library: Westwego Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family, Everybody
Program Type: Summer Reading Program

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Closed for Labor Day

All Day
Belle Terre Library, East Bank Regional Library, Grand Isle Library, Gretna Library, Harahan Library, Lafitte Library, Lakeshore Library, Live Oak Library, North Kenner Library, Old Metairie Library, River Ridge Library, Rosedale Library, Terrytown Library, Wagner Library, West Bank Regional Library, Westwego Library

All Jefferson Parish Libraries will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, for the Labor Day Holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Belle Terre Library, East Bank Regional Library, Grand Isle Library, Gretna Library, Harahan Library, Lafitte Library, Lakeshore Library, Live Oak Library, North Kenner Library, Old Metairie Library, River Ridge Library, Rosedale Library, Terrytown Library, Wagner Library, West Bank Regional Library, Westwego Library
Description:

All Jefferson Parish Libraries will be closed Monday, September 7, 2026, for the Labor Day Holiday.