Week Calendar

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

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

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

Ready to laugh, connect, and think on your feet? Join us for a fun and welcoming 4-week beginner improv course.

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.

Basic Drawing

Tuesdays 10-11:30 AM 

October 6, 13 , 20 and 27

Each class features a different presentation and individual instruction from a professional artist. 

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.

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

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

This PowerPoint Class is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting. This class explores the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint 2016.

 This Excel Class 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.

This PowerPoint Class is aimed at helping adults acquire the technology skills they desire in a low-pressure setting. This class explores the basics of Microsoft PowerPoint 2016.

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.

This event will consist of an hour of one on one VR e

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

Please join us at North Kenner Library to free- play Backgammon and Chess! All ages. 

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

If you are interested in learning the game of Mahjong, but are intimidated by the fast pace of traditional Mahjong clubs, then come join us for a relaxed learning experience.

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

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.

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

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.

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

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.

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

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. 

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

The Jefferson Parish Library, in conjunction with YMCA New Orleans, offers a general literacy from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of each week, except on holidays.

The Jefferson Parish Library, in conjunction with YMCA New Orleans, offers a general literacy from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of each week, except on holidays.

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. 

The Jefferson Parish Library, in conjunction with YMCA New Orleans, offers a general literacy from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of each week, except on holidays.

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. 

The Jefferson Parish Library, in conjunction with YMCA New Orleans, offers a general literacy from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of each week, except on holidays.

Movie Discussed - TBD

If you love watching movies and talking about them, come to Rosedale’s Movie Club. This Month’s Discussion is to be determined.

Please call 504-838-4350 for more information.

The group meets at 1 p.m. to discuss "The Curious World of Seahorses: The Life and Lore of a Marine Marvel" by Till Hein.

Come join us at the Jefferson Parish Library - Lakeshore Library for our fun and relaxing Crochet Club! Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, everyone is welcome to come and work on their projects together.

Get moving at your library.  This session will focus on learning a line dance.  

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.

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

Pam Ebel returns with a series of four classes that serve as a continuation of her popular course on writing and marketing the short story.

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

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: The Last Thing he Told Me by Laura Dave

Join us for a Fall Planting Introduction with Chris Dunaway of the LSU AgCenter. The LSU AgCenter provides information on home horticulture, including trees, shrubs, lawns, ground covers, bedding plants, indoor plants, fruit trees and vegetables.

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.

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.

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.

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 Excel 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.

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.

Unleash your creativity at our Adult LEGO Club! Join us for a relaxing, hands-on session of building, designing, and connecting with fellow LEGO enthusiasts.

Want to create simple, polished videos but not sure where to start? Join us for Basic Video Editing with Microsoft Clipchamp!

Join us for a family friendly movie this Saturday afternoon!

A high-school teacher tries to thwart a ruthless overachiever who's running for class president by encouraging a dimwitted jock to enter the race.

Join our Chess Club!  Learn to play chess, a game that is played all over the world. Learn the basic moves and strategies. No knowledge of chess is needed.  Beginners and seasoned pros are welcome.  We meet one Saturday each month.

Join a group of six for a new campaign led by an experienced Dungeon Master. This campaign will meet every other Saturday. There is no cost, and all materials will be provided. Adults only for now, but look for future campaigns for teens!

The Jefferson Parish Library is participating in the 2025 annual Lawyers in Libraries program in partnership with the Louisiana State Bar Association, the State Library of Louisiana, and the Louisiana Library Association.

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!

Learn about different community resources. Topics will include: 

 Computer and Technology Literacy; Navigating Healthcare; Food, Shelter, and Legal Resources; and Educational and Employment Opportunities.

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.

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

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!

The story, which is set in British Nigeria, centers on Okonkwo, a traditional influential leader of the fictional Igbo clan Umuofia, who opposes colonialism and early Christianity.

Join us for an informal meeting of Cricut enthusiasts. Have a question, or a technique you'd like to share? Bring your Cricut and enjoy the company of other crafters.

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

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 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.

"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.

Learn fun and creative ways to fix holes and worn spots in yo

Join us at Westwego for a four-week series of 2025 Halloween horror movie screenings . . . IF YOU DARE!

Come play Hong Kong Mahjong at River Ridge Library! Free and open to the public. Beginners are welcome. 

We will play in the River Ridge library meeting room. 

Join a group of up to six players for a Lancer campaign led by Game Master Patrick Hitchcock.  The campaign will meet one Wednesday evening a month.  There is no cost, and all materials will be provided.

In the 1830s, estate agent Thomas Hutter travels to Transylvania for a fateful meeting with Count Orlok, a prospective client. In his absence, Hutter's new bride, Ellen, is left under the care of their friends, Friedrich and Anna Harding.

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 Old Metairie Library’s SciFi and Fantasy Discussion Group has announced its programming for 2025. The group meets at 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, at the Old Metairie Library, 2350 Metairie Road. 

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

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

This month's book will be Interview with the Vampire by Anne Rice.

Bring your projects, your questions, your disasters and your triumphs, and share the love of making clothing with like-minded people in this discussion and support group for people who love to create clothing. 

Cyril Lagvanec, PhD, the curator of the American-Italian Research Library located on the second floor of the East Bank Regional Library, will give a lecture on Louisiana’s commercial oyster business at 7 p.m., Tuesday, Oct.

Curious about the transformative world of 3D printing? Join us for a one-hour seminar that delves into the exciting realm of additive manufacturing: