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Open Spanish Class

10:30am–11:30am
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens, Family
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, Senior Citizens, Family
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

This Spanish classes is geared toward younger learners but open to all ages. There will be portions of each lesson for different age ranges to accommodate as many levels of learners as we can. 

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

Stay and Play!

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

Playtime at the library! Informal play and social time for children 0-5 years. Toys will be provided.

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

Kiddos' First Ballet Class

11:45am–12:15pm
Ages 0-5
Terrytown Library
Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Event Details:

This Intro to Ballet class is for our youngest learners, ideally 3-5. Must be accompanied by a parent. Ballet slippers will be provided. Just wear comfy clothes and socks and get ready to twirl!

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

Harahan Afterschool Storytime with Craft - Tropical Island

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: Terrific! by Jon Agee 

Craft:  Paper Hand Parrot 

 

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

Comic Book Club!

5:30pm–6:30pm
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
West Bank Regional Library
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop, Writing Group
Event Details:

We strive to share what we know and proudly fail at what we don't. We are not in the pursuit of perfection, but of making true art.

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

Evening Storytime & Craft

5:30pm–6:30pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
East Bank Regional Library
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Stage Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for evening storytime, followed by a craft! Targeted for ages 3-7. 

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

Rosedale Storytime

10:30am–11:00am
Ages 0-5
Rosedale Library
Library: Rosedale Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

This event includes stories for children ages 0 to 5 years old. This event is held in the Children's area of Rosedale Library on Fridays at 10:30am.

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This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group
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Community Garden Work Hour

11:00am–12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens, Family
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, Senior Citizens, Family
Program Type: Gardening
Event Details:

Come garden with your neighbors and librarians as we work on our very first Community Garden! Learn what to grow and how to tend a vegetable and flower garden during this informal work hour. Open to all ages and experience levels. 

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

Grand Isle - Story Time with the School 1st and 2nd grade

2:30pm–3:30pm
Ages 6-11
Grand Isle Library
Library: Grand Isle Library
Room: Whole Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

This is a story time for children who are aged 5-7 years old. 1st and 2nd grade level children will visit us from Grand Isle School and the public who have children in this age group are invited to participate.

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

Grab and Go Craft

All Day
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Family
River Ridge Library
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 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group

Saturday Craft

10:00am–11:00am
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
East Bank Regional Library
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for arts and crafts at the library! First come, first served. 

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

Harahan Library - Basic Beginner Chess for Kids

10:30am–11:30am
Ages 6-11
Harahan Library
Library: Harahan Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Come and have fun! Learn to play chess, a game that is played all over the world and that dates back more than a thousand years to Ancient India.  Learn the basic moves and strategies! No knowledge of chess is needed.

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

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. 

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

Reading to Rover

1:00pm–2:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
East Bank Regional Library
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.

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

Family Board Games

2:00pm–3:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family
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), Family
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Join us for Family Board Games at the library! Ages 5+; Parental supervision required. Please call the Children’s Desk at (504) 364-3664 ahead for the latest information. Bringing a large group (10 or more children and adults)?

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

Tales for Tots

10:30am–11:30am
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 Songs, play, dance and stories for the littlest ones (0-2years). Every Monday 10:30am-11:30am

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group

Homeschool Hour

2:00pm–3:00pm
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Terrytown Library
Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Event Details:

Welcome back to our Community Homeschool Hour! No reservation required. Classes are geared toward ages 6 and up but our younger friends are welcome to join as well. Class is open until materials run out. 

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

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.

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

Old Metairie: Storytime - Butterflies

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 5 years old. 

Today's story is Waiting for Wings by Lois Ehlert. Popsicle stick butterfly craft to follow.

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Large groups please call the Library for an appointment.

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

West Bank Regional Storytime

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

West Bank Regional Library's Storytime takes place every Tuesday at 11am, with a themed craft to follow. Recommended for children ages 3-5. Each week features a themed selection of books, songs, fingerplays, and more! 

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

Family Story Time

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. Designed for all families.

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

Kitchen Kids: Black Bean Burgers

2:00pm–3:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Terrytown Library
Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
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!

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

Kitchen Kids: Black Bean Burgers

3:30pm–4:30pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Terrytown Library
Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Workshop
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!

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

Harahan Storytime with Craft for Toddlers - Flowers

10:00am–10:30am
Ages 0-5
Harahan Library
Library: Harahan Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

This event includes stories and activities for children newborn to 5 years old. 

Book:  Planting a Rainbow by Lois Ehlert 

Craft:    Flower Art Stem Activity