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

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. 

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

Crochet for Beginners

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Live Oak Library
Library: Live Oak Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner Crochet Classes

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Lafitte Library
Library: Lafitte Library
Room: Back Sitting Area
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Complete projects and work on skills. Teenagers and Adults, yarn and hooks provided or bring your own

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

Teens Make: Ghost Squeegee Art

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

Learn how to make an easy ghost painting this Halloween using the squeegee art method. We've got all the supplies you need. No registration is required.

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

Advanced Crochet Classes

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Lafitte Library
Library: Lafitte Library
Room: Back Sitting Area
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Project: Finish projects and work on skills. Bring your own project to work on or work on one of ours. Teenagers and Adults, yarn and hooks provided or bring your own.

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

Teen Crochet and Collage Club

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Teens (Ages 12-18)
Terrytown Library
Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Stop by after school and make something cool! Either learn to crochet and make your own blankets or clothes or learn to create collage art. All supplies will be provided. 

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

Starting Stitches: Quilting Club

6:00pm - 7:00pm
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
Event Details:

Starting Stitches: Quilt Club is a club for quilters of all levels. We discuss new quilting related resources the library has to offer, such as magazines, Library of Things, and new books.

This event is in the "Family" group.

Family Halloween Movie & Craft

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Family
Westwego Library
Library: Westwego Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Movie
Event Details:

Join us at Westwego Library for a fun-filled, spooky Halloween movie & craft event for all ages! We will be screening:

 

10/02: Hocus Pocus

10/09: Halloweentown

10/16: The Addams Family (Animated)

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

Create Space

11:00am - 1:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Terrytown Library
Library: Terrytown Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

A new class every week as well as space to work on your own projects. Working on a beading or jewelry project? Crocheting or knitting something cool?

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

Starting Stitches: Open Stitch

6:00pm - 8:00pm
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
Event Details:

Bring a project you're working on, sewing, quilting, embroidery, crochet, or any type of creative needlework, and socialize with others with similar interests.

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

Collage Coterie

10:00am - 12:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Rosedale Library
Library: Rosedale Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

We are cutting up! Join us at Collage Coterie and make your own collage of mixed media.  Take the time to make your own unique piece of art

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.

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.

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

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

Grab & Go Craft: Hanging Spooky Spider

10:00am - 11:00am
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
River Ridge Library
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Children's Area
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
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.

Lego Club

10:00am - 12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Rosedale Library
Library: Rosedale Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Join us for Lego Club at the library! Take the challenge and make a cool creation to be displayed in the library until the next meeting! Lego Club meets most Saturdays. This event is for children ages 4 years old and up.

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

Dewey Doables

1:00pm - 2:00pm
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:

More information will be posted soon.

This event is in the "Everybody" group.

Taylor Swift Listening Party!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Everybody
Westwego Library
Library: Westwego Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Calling all Swifties! Back by popular demand, we will be having another Taylor Swift listening party! Come listen to a playlist of Taylor's hits while making friendship bracelets! Dressing up in your favorite Taylor Swift era is encouraged.

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

Teen Crochet Club

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18)
East Bank Regional Library
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Teen Center
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Teens ages 13-18, come join us for a crochet and knitting club! This is a space to work on your projects, meet new friends, and get feedback from fellow crafters. Bring your own supplies, or use our limited in-library 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.

Afternoon Craft!: Handprint Bats

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 "Adults" group.

Monday Knitters

1:00pm - 2:30pm
Adults
Gretna Library
Library: Gretna Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Monday Knitters meets from 1 to 3 p.m. each Monday. Bev Madere, Craft Yarn Council of America Master Knitter, facilitates this group of adult knitters. All level of skills welcomed; basic knitting skills taught to beginners.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tuesday Crocheters

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Belle Terre Library
Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
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 "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Crochet for Beginners

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Live Oak Library
Library: Live Oak Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Beginner Crochet Classes

5:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Lafitte Library
Library: Lafitte Library
Room: Back Sitting Area
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Complete projects and work on skills. Teenagers and Adults, yarn and hooks provided or bring your own

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Adult Watercolor Classes

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
River Ridge Library
Registration Closed
Registration
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In this class you will learn basic watercolor skills and complete a painting in 50 minutes. Step by step instructions will be given. Limited art supplies are provided (while supplies last) or bring your own supplies. Registration is required.