Week Calendar

The Jefferson Parish Library, in conjunction with YMCA New Orleans, offers an intermediate English as a Second Language class.

The Jefferson Parish Library, in conjunction with YMCA New Orleans, offers an intermediate English as a Second Language class.

Introduction to sitting and walking Zen meditation. Please bring a cushion to sit on.

The Lakeshore Writer’s Critique Group is a small group of writers who gather regularly to share their writing with others. It is an organized, structured way to receive, as well as give, feedback on writing.

Stephen Rea, author of the critically acclaimed Katrina memoir Finn McCool’s Football Club, will lead two sessions at the September edition of the Saturday Writer’s Clinic beginning at 9:30 a.m., Saturday. Sept.

An informal group for all levels of crocheters. We are primarily a crochet group, but knitters are welcome.

Come find out about the library’s amazing digital offerings and resources. You can try courses such as 3D design, business writing, and more through LinkedIn Learning or watch your favorite movies and TV shows on Hoopla and more.

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

Stories and activities for children ages infant to 7 years old.  Large groups please call 838-4353 for an appointment.

Book: A Night on the Town by Caroline Merola

Craft:  Paper Plate Car

This event includes stories and activities for children newborn to 4 years old. 

Book: How I Became a Pirate by Melinda Long

Craft: Treasure Chest Craft

Join us and the Clear Head Adult Day Care for a craft or art project each week! Caretaker must be present. 

The “Read and Sing Storytime” includes stories, songs, and finger plays for infants and toddlers. 

Book: Pirates Don't Take Baths by John Segal

Craft: Fabulous Foam Pirate Hat

Come and join us Thursday mornings at 10:00am for Pre-School Storytime in the Meeting Room. Have fun in an interactive learning environment practicing early literacy skills. Designed for children 18 months to 7 years old.

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Northstar Digital Learning is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting. Learners will open a new document. Identify the parts of the Word window, including the Ribbon and Quick Access Toolbar.

The Read and Sing Storytime includes stories, songs, and finger plays for children ages one to three years old.

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

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

Join us for arts and crafts at the library! First come, first served. Entry into craft closes at 10:10 a.m.

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.

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.

 Northstar Digital Learning is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting. Learners will open and close a workbook. Identify parts of Excel Screen: ribbon, formula bar, active cell, name box.

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 every other Saturday. This event is for children ages 4 years old and up.

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

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

Book:  Hello, Day!  by Anita Lobel

This event includes stories and crafts for school aged children (ages 4 to 11 years old.) 

Book: Jack and the Beanstalk by Steven Kellogg (Illustrator)

Craft: Castle with beanstalk

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

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:  One Fine Day by Nonny Hogrogian

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

Book: Goodbye Summer Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak

Craft: Fall Colored Cereal Tree

Stories, songs, and activities for toddlers ages 0-3! Please call the Children’s Desk at (504) 364-3664 ahead for the latest information. 

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

Low impact walking session.  The session will begin with a tai chi warm-up in the meeting room. Please check with your physician before beginning movement activities. 

Ages: Adults; children with supervision

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.

Read, breathe and move with us! We will read and move along with yoga-inspired stories.  Registration requested.

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: Kaboom by Jessica Kulekjian
Craft: Salt dough Volcanos

Orientation for Teen Volunteers. 

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

This gentle yoga class is given by Registered Yoga Teacher Peter Spera every Wednesday & Thursday at the Gretna Library. Spera has 20 years of experience in yoga. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes.

This gentle yoga class is given by Registered Yoga Teacher Peter Spera every Wednesday & Thursday at the Gretna Library. Spera has 20 years of experience in yoga. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes.

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.

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.

Join us for Bridge Club in the Old Metairie Meeting Room! Beginners welcome!

Self-portrait in clay. Ages 10 and up.

Presented by the Visiting Pet Program, beginner or reluctant readers read aloud to animal assisted therapy dogs.

Whether you’re a competitive player or just happy to play and enjoy a social chat, this club is a great place to get to know others and take part in a good game of Scrabble! The club meets every third Monday.

Art instructor Barbara Siede will lead  four-part series titled “Drawing Faces and Figure,” from 2 to 4 p.m. on four consecutive Mondays in September beginning Sept. 9 at the River Ridge Library, 8825 Jefferson Highway. 

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.

This class covers the fundamentals of Facebook.

Join us for our new program just for homeschoolers!  Parents will have the opportunity to request curriculum support resources while kids mingle and collaborate on a weekly STEM, art, or culinary activity.

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!

Join us at the Grand Isle Library for weekly Bingo games! Every Tuesday @ 2:00pm. Have fun and win prizes. Adults only.

This group is geared for those who want to play (and even learn) the American version of Mah-jong, the traditional tile game established in China about 100 years ago. It meets (almost) every Tuesday in the A/V Conference Room.

Something dark is lurking in the Louisiana bayou: a methodical killer with a penchant for medical experimentation is hard at work completing his most harrowing crime yet, taunting the authorities who desperately try to catch up.

Northstar Digital Learning is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting. This class takes what you learned in Part 1 and digs a little deeper.

Join us for engaging programming that is designed for all ages and abilities. Parental supervision required. Please call the Children’s Desk at (504) 364-3664 ahead for the latest information.

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage month with a Mexican dance performance, Spanish storytime, and craft! 

Build with Legos and use your imagination!

 Northstar Digital Learning is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting. This class takes what you learned in Part 1 and digs a little deeper.

12-year-old Henry grew up dreaming of playing baseball despite his physical shortcomings.

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.

LEGO lovers unit! Club members will work to put together an Adult LEGO kit to donate to the Children’s Dept., or work from our collection of LEGOs to create their own design. The club is free and open to the public, ages 18+.

Join us for Chess Club! In this non-competitive environment, for beginners and up, come learn how to play or just play for fun with other enthusiasts.

This event includes stories and activities for children up to 7 years old. 

Book:  Patterns Patterns Everywhere by Kellie Menendez
Craft:  Pattern Games and Activities

This event includes stories and crafts for school aged children (ages 3 to 11 years old.) 

Book: Pirates, Ho! by Sarah L. Thomson

Craft: Treasure Chests

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!

You'll learn the fundamental skills and techniques needed to make beautiful hand-made creations. Hooks and yarn are provided.

Join us for our new program, which will include a recipe swap and food sharing. Cooking Up Fun is a simple way to explore new foods and to make new friends! If you need help finding that special recipe, JPL has a great cookbook selection.

This event includes stories for children ages 3 to 9 years old. This event is held in the Children's area.

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.

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. 

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 month's book will be Under the Whispering Door by TJ Klune

Looking for a healthy snack idea for studying or on the go? Make your own Nut-Free Trail Mix! We've got all the supplies you need. No registration is required.

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

The New Neighbor Project offers Citizenship Class on Tuesdays at the Rosedale Library, 4036 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson. The classes are free and are geared to prepare eligible permanent residents for the United States naturalization process.

Always felt like you had two left feet? Come join us for free dance line dancing lessons that will teach you moves to impress your friends and family at the next wedding celebration.

Feeling artsy? Create your masterpiece while enjoying hot cocoa, tea, or coffee. This month, we're painting with waterbeads! We've got all the supplies you need. 

Like to read? So does Oliver the Library Bear! Come meet Oliver and others just like you to share your favorite books and read with everyone! Meets one Wednesday a month. Parental supervision required.

This event is for players, experienced and new, to join adventures across different continents, fighting different villains, saving town’s people and slaying some dragons!

Calling all gamers! Join us for an epic evening of fun and excitement at our Teen Game Day.

Join us for Video Game Club! Come hang out and make new friends while playing video games on our Nintendo Switch. Ages 8+; Parental supervision required. Please call the Children’s Desk at (504) 364-3664 ahead for the latest information.

This month's book is American Uprising by Daniel Rasmussen.

Summary: A gripping and deeply revealing history of the infamous slave rebellion that nearly toppled New Orleans and changed the course of American history.

Join the Wetland Walkers on Monday evenings at 5:00p.m.

Ever wanted to know how a movie is made from top to bottom? Learn from a local film expert on how you can make the next Hollywood blockbuster!

The New Neighbor Project will offer a series of in-person English as a Second Language classes. English as a second or foreign language is a language education program for people learning English.

The New Neighbor Project will offer a series of in-person English as a Second Language classes. English as a second or foreign language is a language education program for people learning English.

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.

Ever wanted to start making sourdough?

It’s showtime – Join us for an evening of spooktacular crafting at the Eastbank Regional Library!

Get moving with us as we take an outdoor walk in our backyard. 

The New Neighbor Project will offer a series of in-person English as a Second Language classes. English as a second or foreign language is a language education program for people learning English.

Supplies provided, or bring your own 100% cotton fabric. Various sizes of large scraps or fat quarters are good sizes for this project.

Come and show off your knowledge! Join us for nine rounds of trivia covering a wide range of subjects. Prizes will include large hardcover books of all topics. Let’s have some fun at the West Bank Regional Library!

Join us for Teen Game Night, an evening of fun for young adults ages 13-18. This event will include playing your favorite board games and card games! Games and cards will be provided. No registration is required.

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

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

Come play video games and compete against others! No registration required. For more information, please call 504-838-4375.

The New Neighbor Project will offer a series of in-person beginner English as a Second Language classes. Class is from 6:30 p.m to 8:00 p.m. on Thursdays. Classes are for adults and focus on beginner English vocabulary and grammar.

Christie Cognevich, PhD, a local author and member of the staff of the Jefferson Parish Library, will discuss her latest book "Introverts: Insights and Tips for Teenagers.

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Sheila Cao, a personal finances consultant based in New Orleans, will give a series of presentations on financial management at 7 p.m. all four Tuesdays in September 2024, at the Edith Lawson Westwego Library, 635 Fourth Avenue, Westwego.

The Pontchartrain Astronomy Society is a non-profit astronomy club whose members promote an understanding and appreciation of astronomy in our community, sharing their time and telescopes to engage the public with unique astronomy experiences.

It is your time to shine on Music Mondays! Sing your favorite tunes with us until we close!