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.

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.

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: How I Became a Pirate by Melinda Long 

Craft:  Treasure Chest Craft

JPL iPhone 101 for Seniors is designed for seniors with limited smartphone experience. Participants will learn smartphone terminology and have hands-on experience.

Join us for a gathering of sewists and crafters for charity.  Bring your own supplies and sewing machine. This isn't a class, but a gathering of people who are interested in creating items to donate to various charities. 

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

Our Children's Storytime introduces the love of books and reading to young children ages 0 to 7 years old. Stories, rhymes, and music are used to encourage children to discover and explore the world around them.

Join us for Pre-School StoryTime for books, crafts, songs and learning activities.

Books: Friendshape by Amy Krouse Rosenthal
We All Play by Julie Flett
 

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

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. 

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

This Microsoft Word Class 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.

Adult Basic Education Class
Build your reading, writing, and math skills for workforce success and high school equivalency (HiSET/GED) preparation. Open to adults of all skill levels.

Join us for arts and crafts at the library! First come, first served. 

Join Peter Spera for a guided meditation by the books. 

Introduction and Job Search Basics

Introduction to our workshop series and discussion of tips and techniques for job searching in the digital world.

Love to play Mahjong but don't have a Mahjong set?  Grab a few friends and drop by the library and play awhile. We have Mahjong sets available for use in the library.    No instruction will be offered.  

Come and have fun! Learn to play chess, a game that is played all over the world and that dates back more than a thousand years to Ancient India.  Learn the basic moves and strategies! No knowledge of chess is needed.

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.

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! 

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.

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.

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. 

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.

"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.

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.

Come garden with your neighbors and librarians as we work on our very first Community Garden! Learn what to grow and how to tend a vegetable and flower garden during this informal work hour. Open to all ages and experience levels. 

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. 

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 led by Peter Spera, a registered yoga instructor with over 20 years of experience.

Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothes. If you don't have a yoga mat, come anyway! We have spares. 

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 Lego Club. 

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.

Onsite yoga class for branch staff.

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

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)

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

An introduction to Google Apps.

Please make sure you know your google username and password.

Welcome back to our Community Homeschool Hour! No reservation required. Classes are geared toward ages 6 and up but our younger friends are welcome to join as well. Class is open until materials run out. 

Author Meredith Maltby Jao will be coming by the library to read her book, The Hesitant Hedgehog! The reading will be a followed by questions and a craft. 

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.

American Mahjong for experienced players.

Join us for our monthly Cookbook Club event at the Jefferson Parish Library - Lakeshore Library! Bring your favorite dish inspired by our chosen cookbook of the month and share it with fellow foodies.

Book: James: A Novel by Percival Everett

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.

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.

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

Mah-jong is a tile-based game that was developed in the 19th century in China and has spread throughout the world since the early 20th century. It is played by four players.

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

Join us for Chess Club! We welcome amateurs, novices, and dabblers of chess, who would like to play in a semi-competitive and/or social environment. No registration is required. We have chess sets and clocks available on a first-come basis.

This Microsoft Word Class 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.

NOSHA was formed to provide an opportunity for like-minded people to meet and exchange ideas and to promote awareness of Secular Humanist viewpoints in the community.  The group strives to make the public aware of the importance of separation

Come join us in watching the 2025 live-action release of

Lilo & Stitch (rated PG). We will also have Hawaiian-themed crafts!

Resumes and Cover Letters, and References

Send requests for matinee titles to loalibrary@jplibrary.net or call us at 5047368475!

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!

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!

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. 

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

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

Book: Pirates of the Sea!   by Brandon Dorman

Craft: Treasure Chests

Cool off at the library with Ratchet and Clank for PlayStation 5! Controllers are first-come, first-served. 

Join the Teen Advisory Board, and make an impact on your library and your community. Members of TAB will participate in discussion of teen activities at our library, and will work on projects to keep or donate to charities.

Come try your skill, invent, and experiment in our new Lego Club targeted for ages 5 to 10. LEGOs will be provided for you so you don’t need to bring LEGOs from home. Lego Club is first come, first serve; while supplies last.

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.

Storytime

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

This will be a beginner level computer class for adults. Do you wish you understood basic computer skills, or always wanted to learn the basics of how to use a personal computer? This class is for you!

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?

As an ancient threat endangers both Vikings and dragons alike on the isle of Berk, the friendship between Hiccup, an inventive Viking, and Toothless, a Night Fury dragon, becomes the key to both species forging a new future together.

Always wanted to learn the ukulele? Now’s your chance! Join us for a free, beginner-friendly ukulele class designed for adults. Learn basic chords, strumming patterns, and simple songs in a relaxed, supportive setting.

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!

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 evening storytime, followed by a craft! Targeted for ages 3-7. 

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

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.