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ACT Practice Test

9:30am–1:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18)
West Bank Regional Library
Register Open
Registration Required
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Computer Lab
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Register for an ACT Practice Test at the West Bank Regional Library using tools provided by Princeton Review via Tutor.com. Students will take an ACT practice test in an environment that mimicks the computerized version of the test. 

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

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Playstation Virtual Reality Experience

10:00am–11:00am
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
River Ridge Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Games
Registration Required
Event Details:

This event will consist of an hour of one on one VR e

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Backgammon & Chess

10:00am–11:30am
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
North Kenner Library
Library: North Kenner Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

Please join us at North Kenner Library to free- play Backgammon and Chess! All ages. 

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

STEM Saturdays

10:00am–12:00pm
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Lakeshore Library
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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group
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Basic Video Editing 🎥

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
East Bank Regional Library
Register Open
Registration Required
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Learning Center
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Technology Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Want to create simple, polished videos but not sure where to start? Join us for Basic Video Editing with Microsoft Clipchamp!

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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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Free Play Lego Day!

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, STEM/STEAM
Event Details:

Missed Lego Club? Don’t worry! Today is all about letting your imagination soar and building whatever you’d like! Please call the Children’s Desk at (504) 364-3664 ahead for the latest information.

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Reading to Rabbits

2:00pm–3:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family
Old Metairie Library
Library: Old Metairie Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family
Program Type: Special Event, Storytime
Event Details:

Practice your reading skills with a rabbit! JSPCA small animal adoption coordinator Hannah will present information about rabbits, followed by the opportunity to read to a rabbit!

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Lakeshore Matinee: Night of the Zoopocalypse (2024, Rated: PG,1h 31mins.)

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:

A wolf and mountain lion team up when a meteor unleashes a virus turning zoo animals into zombies. They join forces with other survivors to rescue the zoo and stop the deranged mutant leader from spreading the virus.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
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Afternoon Craft!: Paper Bee

All Day
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: 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 "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group
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Playstation Virtual Reality Experience

6:30pm–7:30pm
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
River Ridge Library
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:

This event will consist of an hour of one on one VR experience (only one person can register per session). This event is for adults, teens, and children ages 10 years old and up.

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

Tuesday Crochet

10:00am–11:30am
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Belle Terre Library
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 0-5" group
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group

Kitchen Kids: Guest Star Instructor!

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, STEM/STEAM, 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!

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This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
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Kitchen Kids: Guest Star Instructor!

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)
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!

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Open Stitchery Fabric Arts Club

4:00pm–6:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens, 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, Senior Citizens, Family, Everybody
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Workshop
Event Details:

Join us every Tuesday @ 4 PM for instruction in the Fabric Arts. Our club's main focus will include: Crochet, Sewing, Knitting, Quilting, and Cross Stitch.

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

Teen Flicks: Lilo & Stitch

5:00pm–7:30pm
Teens (Ages 12-18)
East Bank Regional Library
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

A lonely Hawaiian girl befriends a runaway alien, helping to mend her fragmented family. Rated: PG Runtime: 1h 48m

Open to teens ages 13-18 and in grades 7th-12th. Bring your friends, kick back, and enjoy free popcorn.

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

Tai Chi & Chai Tea

6:30pm–7:30pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens
Live Oak Library
Library: Live Oak Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

"Tai Chi is a mind-body practice that originated in China as a martial art. This ancient exercise offers a range of physical and mental benefits.

This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group

Teen Video Game Club. Yes, Really.

3:30pm–5:00pm
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
Terrytown Library
Library: Terrytown Library
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
Event Details:

Come to the library after school to play some Nintendo Switch games with your friends. Snacks are available for the price of checking out a book!

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
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Storytime with Craft

3:30pm–5:30pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18)
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)
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us at LOA for STORYTIME! Followed by crafts, competition, and sometimes pizza! Come for a new perspective, take a break from the heat, and fashion fun themed crafts to make it through summer. Materials provided. 


 

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

Creative Craft Club: DIY Funny Face Pot

6:00pm–7:00pm
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
River Ridge Library
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

The Creative Craft Club is an expansion of the Paper Craft Club. Patrons of all ages are welcome to come and enjoy making a different craft each month using a variety of supplied materials.

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

Tai Chi & Chai Tea

11:00am–12:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens
Live Oak Library
Library: Live Oak Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

"Tai Chi is a mind-body practice that originated in China as a martial art. This ancient exercise offers a range of physical and mental benefits.

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

Open Stitch

1:00pm–3:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
East Bank Regional Library
Register Open
Registration Required
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Jefferson Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

A social group and open time for fiber arts enthusiasts. Come visit and sew, knit, crochet, embroider, or work on any other craft in our Jefferson Room. (EBR Makerspace program)

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

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

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

Teen Cafe

5:00pm–8:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18)
East Bank Regional Library
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Movie
Event Details:

Looking for a fun, chill spot to hang out? Join us at the library for our Teen Café! Watch your favorite anime, play video and board games, get creative with crafts, and vibe with friends or meet new ones.