Week Calendar

Android Phones 101 for Seniors is designed for seniors with limited smartphone experience. Participants will learn smartphone terminology and have hands-on experience with a senior guide (seniors guiding seniors).

The purpose of the group is to encourage local writers to create works of fiction  - novels, novellas. short stories, flash fiction, etc. Writers submit manuscripts to be critiqued by other group members.

Join us for Creative Connections, a welcoming and inclusive program designed for adults with developmental disabilities. Each session features engaging activities that encourage creativity, social interaction, and lifelong learning.

Observational Drawing

In these sessions you will learn to accurately draw shapes, forms, light and shadow, and textures. The sessions include a presentation, hands-on drawing and personal instruction.

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

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.

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

Book: The Earth Book by Todd Parr

Craft:    Planet Earth Suncatcher 

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. 

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Join us for books, songs, and dancing!  We start with stories and songs and end with an activity. This event is for toddlers and young children ages 0-7. 

The Read and Sing Story Time 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.

Join us for arts and crafts at the library! First come, first served. Entry into craft closes at 10:15 a.m.

Join us for arts and crafts at the library! First come, first served. Entry into craft closes at 10:15 a.m.

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

Dance with us!  Come and learn a Bollywood Dance routine.  Dance to lively music and learn something new.  Adults only. 

 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 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. 

This even includes stories and crafts for school aged children (ages 6 to 11 years old). 

Book:  Aladdin and Other Tales from the Arabian Nights by Harvey Dawood 

Craft: Magic Carpets 

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.

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.

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! 

Join us for books, songs, and play! Our program starts with stories and songs before our weekly activity and free play. Designed for children 18 months to 5 years old.

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.

Read & Sing is a storytime featuring books and songs aimed at babies and toddler ages 0-3. Come read with us at West Bank Regional Library every Wednesday beginning at 11am. Playtime with library toys to follow. 

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.

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.

Adult Literacy – YMCA Literary Services will hold adult literacy classes from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. on Mondays, Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays at the Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road.

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. 

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Stop by the West Bank Regional Library Teen Center for a game of Spider Man: Miles Morales on our PlayStation 5! 

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.

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 A/V Conference Room. (EBR Makerspace program)

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

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

Learn new forms of communication this month at the library! Our homeschool class will be learning about morse code, braille, sign language, and how to create secret codes and cyphers.

An introduction to Google Apps

 Northstar Digital Learning is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting.

Join us for STEAM activities in this homeschooler-friendly program. This week we'll try out try out a new way to dye eggs!  For ages 5 & up, younger siblings are welcome.

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.

Northstar Excel 3 is an instructor led class with self-guided modules that assesses a person's ability to use Microsoft Excel. It's part of the Northstar Digital Literacy program, which helps people learn basic computer skills. 

This month's book is Leaving Time by Jodi Picoult.

Book: Cutting for Stone, by Abraham Verghese

This event is a casual crocheting group for adults. Come work on your crochet projects and enjoy a cup of our Library Blend coffee while you crochet and socialize with other fiber artists.

Northstar Digital Learning is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting.

Register for this class to receive a 30-minute one-on-one time with a trainer who can help you with your basic computer skills practice or questions.

Register for this class to receive a 30-minute one-on-one time with a trainer who can help you with your basic computer skills practice or questions.

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)?

Journalist and author Robert Mann, professor emeritus of mass communication at LSU, will discuss his new book, You Are My Sunshine, at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, April 19, at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon, Metairie.

To celebrate the spring season, April's crafternoon will be painting suncatchers!  All supplies will be provided.

Children under the age of 12 require adult supervision.

Northstar Excel 3 is an instructor led class with self-guided modules that assesses a person's ability to use Microsoft Excel. It's part of the Northstar Digital Literacy program, which helps people learn basic computer skills. 

Join us for our Saturday Matinee. 2PM until it ends. This month will have an accompanying book the motion picture is based on that can be checked out. 

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.

Come explore your creative side with various art activities.  All supplies will be provided. 

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 for an Easter storytime followed by an indoor Easter egg hunt!

Bunny's Easter Hunt

by  Deanna Medearis

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!

Register for this class to receive a 30-minute one-on-one time with a trainer who can help you with your basic computer skills practice or questions.

This event includes stories and crafts for school aged children (ages 6 to 11 years old.) 

Book: The Berenstain Bears and the Easter Story by Jan and Mike Berenstain 

Craft: Foam Easter Eggs 

Join us Mondays and Wednesdays after school for a half hour of crafts, games, and activities designed to help support reading, math, and other skills for kids of all ages. Programs will rotate weekly.

Join us Mondays and Wednesdays after school for a half hour of crafts, games, and activities designed to help support reading, math, and other skills for kids of all ages. Programs will rotate weekly.

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

Join us for Family Game Night, an evening of fun for everyone. This event will include playing your favorite board games, card games, puzzles, and more!  No registration is required. 

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!

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

Join us for a vibrant celebration of creativity and artistic talent at the Art in the Spring Exhibit! Jefferson Parish’s Talented Visual Art students, under the instruction of Ms.

Join us for a creative evening where you’ll learn how to paint a beautiful cherry blossom tree. We'll be using Q-tips for a fun and unique painting technique that’s perfect for beginners.

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.

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

New after school storytime with craft! Targeted for ages 4-8. 

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.

Join us for Video Game Club! Come hang out and make new friends while playing video games on our Nintendo Switch.

At Lakeshore Library, you are part of the family! In our family, we love spending time with one another and playing games. Join us for the ultimate game time where you can see who holds the bragging rights until next game time.

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

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.

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

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.

Join us in celebrating the life of Selena Quintanilla on her 54th birthday! During this event, we will be screening the 1997 movie Selena starring Jennifer Lopez. This movie is rated PG. 

Come play Dominos at River Ridge Library, third Wednesday of the month. Adults only. 

Kong and his protectors undertake a perilous journey to find his true home. Along for the ride is Jia, an orphaned girl who has a unique and powerful bond with the mighty beast.

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.

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.

Movie: Vertigo

The French Literature Discussion Group is a book club of Francophones who’ve had some basic schooling in the French language, and who’ve been to France. However, meetings are conducted in English. 

Musical performance by the Jefferson Community Band.

It is your time to shine on Music Mondays! Sing and dance to your favorite tunes with us!

Karaoke; Live Performances; Open Mics; Musical Bingo and more!

This month's book will be We Were The Lucky Ones by Georgia Hunter.

Join us for an exciting genealogy seminar series led by our Special Collections Librarian, Ms. Gwen Kelley! Discover valuable tips and resources to help you trace your family history, uncover hidden stories, and unlock genealogical mysteries.

The New Neighbor Project will offer a series of in-person beginner English as a Second Language classes.  Class is from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm on Thursdays.  Classes are for adults and focus on beginner English vocabulary and grammar.