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Cars & Coffee @ The Library

9:30am–11:30am
Adults
East Bank Regional Library
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Main Hall
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

The Jefferson Parish Library is hosting its third Cars & Coffee event! Bring your cool car or motorcycle and hang out with other enthusiasts while enjoying some of our exclusive Library Blend Coffee!

Audubon Zoo Insectarium

10:00am–12:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens, Family, Everybody
Wagner Library
Library: Wagner 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: Special Event
Event Details:

Interact with and learn about bugs with the Audubon Insectarium! 

Community Forum: We Want To Hear From You! Give us your input for our library renovation

6:30pm–8:30pm
Everybody
West Bank Regional Library
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

A West Bank Regional Library Renovation Community Forum: We want to hear from you!  

Tell us what you would like to see in your upgraded library. 

Axis & Allies: A Gaming & Lecture Event

9:30am–7:00pm
Adults, Senior Citizens
East Bank Regional Library
Register Open
Registration Required
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Napoleon Room
Age Group: Adults, Senior Citizens
Program Type: Games, Lecture, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Gaming — The Delta Deployment: An Axis & Allies Tournament
Lecture — “Clash of Strategies: Axis vs. the Allies in the Pacific Theatre”

Speak on It; A Poetry Experience

2:00pm–4:00pm
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 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Program Type: Performance, Special Event
Event Details:

Speak on it; A Poetry Experience welcomes participants to share their voices through original poetry. Through guided prompts, attendees will create original poems that reflect personal expression.

Theo Talks about: Banking and Personal Finance

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Senior Citizens
Rosedale Library
Library: Rosedale Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults, Senior Citizens
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Rosedale library invites you to come and learn about Banking and personal finance in an informational talk from Theodore.  A quick Question and answer session will conclude the event.

Teen Cafe Night

5:30pm–7:30pm
Teens (Ages 12-18)
West Bank Regional Library
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18)
Program Type: Special Event
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.

Celebrate Neurodiversity at the Jefferson Parish Library

11:00am–3:00pm
East Bank Regional Library
Library: East Bank Regional Library
Room: Jefferson & Napoleon Rooms
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Join us for a family-friendly event in honor of National Autism Awareness Month!

ACT Practice Test

9:30am–12:30pm
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: Special Event
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. 

Disclaimer(s)

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

National Autism Awareness Month Event

1:30pm–3:00pm
Everybody
West Bank Regional Library
Register Open
Registration Required
Library: West Bank Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Come celebrate National Autism Awareness month at the Westbank Regional Library!  Individuals, families, and community members of all ages are welcome to join us for an inclusive and welcoming afternoon celebrating the autism community.

Open Mic Poetry Night

6:00pm–8:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Belle Terre Library
Library: Belle Terre Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Family, Everybody
Program Type: Performance, Special Event
Event Details:

Join us in an open mic poetry night where patrons come to share original poems, express emotions, and connect with others through spoken word. This event encourages creativity and self expression.

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Closed for Memorial Day

All Day
Some Branches
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

2:30pm–4:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Family, Everybody
River Ridge Library
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.

Kpop Demon Hunters Karaoke Glow Stick Party

7:00pm–8:30pm
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Family
River Ridge Library
Library: River Ridge Library
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Family
Program Type: Special Event
Event Details:

Sing and dance away to the great tunes of the KPop Demon Hunters! This evening event will include glow sticks, food, cool lights, a karaoke machine and crafts! 

River Ridge Library

Thursday, June 4th

7 P.M.-8:30 P.M.

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Closed for Juneteenth Holiday

All Day
Some Branches
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.

Master Gardeners Presents "A History of Garden Design"

2:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Senior Citizens
Lakeshore Library
Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Adults, Senior Citizens
Program Type: Gardening, Lecture, Special Event
Event Details:

A History of Garden Design: Where Nature Meets Human Creativity 🌱

Stars, Stripes & 250 Years

2:00pm–4:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults, Senior Citizens, Family, Everybody
Lakeshore Library
Register Open
Registration Required
Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
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, Games, Special Event
Registration Required
Event Details:

Stars, Stripes & 250 Years

Celebrate 250 years of America with a fun-filled event for all ages!

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Will Be Closed for Independence Day

All Day 7/3–7/4
Some Branches
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.

Master Gardeners Presents "Gardening, Wellness, and You"

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Senior Citizens
Lakeshore Library
Library: Lakeshore Library
Room: Library Commons
Age Group: Adults, Senior Citizens
Program Type: Gardening, Lecture, Special Event
Event Details:

🌿 Grow Your Well-Being—Then Celebrate It! 🌿

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Closed for Labor Day

All Day
Some Branches
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.

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Closed for Veterans Day

All Day
Some Branches
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 Wednesday, November 11, 2026, in observance of Veterans Day.

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Closing at 5pm Today

5:00pm–9:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Avondale Library, 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 closing at 5:00 pm today in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

All Day 11/26–11/27
Some Branches
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 Thursday, November 26, 2026, and Friday, November 27, 2026, in observance of the Thanksgiving Holidays.

All Jefferson Parish Libraries Closing at 5pm Today

5:00pm–9:00pm
Some Branches
Closing
Branches:
Avondale Library, 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 closing at 5:00 pm today in observance of the Christmas holiday.