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Storytime with Craft: King of the Forest

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages 6-11
Harahan Library
Library: Harahan Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Book: Little Red and The Very Hungry Lion by Alex T. Smith 

Craft: Paper Plate Lion 

Fitness Goals

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Terrytown Library
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: 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!

Coding Club!

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
West Bank Regional Library
Register Open
Registration
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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. Pre-register for your spot. 

Disclaimer(s)

Attendee MUST Give 24 HOUR Cancellation Notice to Allow Others on the Waiting List to Attend.

Homeschool Hour Science Series:

11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
West Bank Regional Library
Register Open
Registration
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, Storytime, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
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.

Kids' Craft

3:30pm - 4:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Lafitte Library
Library: Lafitte Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We'll be making candy corn treat pouches!

STEM Saturdays

10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Lakeshore Library
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Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Want some STEMulating fun? Come join us for fun games and activities that are sure to challenge your child while having fun. Adult supervision is required for children under the age of 12. This event is for children 6 years old and up.

Crafts for Kids

10:30am - 11:30am
Ages 6-11
Harahan Library
Library: Harahan Library
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for Arts & Crafts at the library!

BRING YOUR OWN PUMPKIN TO DECORATE! 

 Make a Unicorn Pumpkin or a  Pirate Pumpkin or a Funny Pumpkin or make your own design with our supplies - 

Storytime with Craft

10:30am - 11:30am
Ages 0-5
Westwego Library
Library: Westwego Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Storytime with Craft: My Life as a Horse

10:30am - 12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Gretna Library
Library: Gretna Library
Room: Whole Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

Book: If I was a Horse  by Sophie Blackall

Storytime with Craft

11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Terrytown Library
Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: 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:

 

Lego Club

11:30am - 12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Westwego Library
Library: Westwego Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

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

Halloween Movie: Haunted Mansion (2023) (Rated: PG-13, 123 mins.)

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Belle Terre Library
Library: Belle Terre 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: Movie
Event Details:

Join us for a showing of a spooky Halloween movie!

Lego Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Lafitte Library
Library: Lafitte Library
Room: Whole Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Build with Legos and use your imagination!

Saturday Matinee Movie: (Rated TBA, TBA mins.)

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Live Oak Library
Library: Live Oak 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: Movie
Event Details:

For more information, please call 504-736-8475.

Lakeshore Matinee: (Rated: , mins.)

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Lakeshore Library
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
Event Details:

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

Reading to Rover

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
West Bank Regional Library
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Presented by the Visiting Pet Program, beginner or reluctant readers read aloud to animal assisted therapy dogs. Please do not bring your personal pet! Parental supervision required.

Homeschool Hour Series:

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Terrytown Library
Register Open
Registration
Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
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.

Read and Sing

10:30am - 11:00am
Ages 0-5
East Bank Regional Library
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

The Read and Sing Story Time includes stories, songs, and finger plays for infants and toddlers.

Storytime with Craft: Monsters

10:30am - 11:30am
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Old Metairie Library
Library: Old Metairie Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories and activities for children ages infant to 7 years old.

Book: My Teacher is a Monster (no, I am not) by Peter Brown

Craft: Stick Monsters

Storytime with Craft: Monster Mash!

11:00am - 12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Family
West Bank Regional Library
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Family
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories and activities for children 3+ and their families! Please call the Children’s Desk at 504-364-3664 for the latest information. 

Storytime with Craft: Love

11:30am - 12:15pm
Ages 0-5
North Kenner Library
Library: North Kenner Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for books, songs, and play! Our program starts with stories and songs before our weekly activity and free play. This event is for toddlers and preschool children. 

Book: MAMA IN THE MOON by Doree Cronin & Brian Cronin

Kitchen Kids

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Terrytown Library
Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Let your little ones practice basic mixing, measuring, and motor skills while doing learning to make an easy snack and becoming familiar with preparing food!

Art Afternoon

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
North Kenner Library
Library: North Kenner Library
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Come explore your creative side with various art activities.  All supplies will be provided. 

Kitchen Kids:

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Terrytown Library
Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Let your little ones practice basic mixing, measuring, and motor skills while doing learning to make an easy snack and becoming familiar with preparing food!