Event List

Filters
Age Group

Plants & Pastries with Stephanie: House Plant Care & Maintenance

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Edgard Branch
Program Type:
Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Incorporating indoor plants into your living space enhances your home's aesthetics and can even have therapeutic effects. Enjoy delicious pastries and learn helpful hints to keep y...

Library Branch: Edgard Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden
Event Details:

Incorporating indoor plants into your living space enhances your home's aesthetics and can even have therapeutic effects.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Cricut Maker 3

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Event Details:

During the third week of November, visit the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch to learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3. We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment, what mate...

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the third week of November, visit the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch to learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3.

Delicious Dutch Oven Cooking

Tuesday, November 19, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Outdoor
Age Group:
Family, Everybody
Event Details:

Cooler weather is here, and Dutch oven cooking is a fun way to enjoy the outdoors. It’s great for camping, tailgating, or just getting some fresh air. Our local Scouts of Troop 317...

Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Age Group: Family, Everybody
Program Type: Outdoor
Event Details:

Cooler weather is here, and Dutch oven cooking is a fun way to enjoy the outdoors. It’s great for camping, tailgating, or just getting some fresh air. Our local Scouts of Troop 317 will come to the LaPlace library to show us how.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Cricut Maker 3

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Event Details:

During the third week of November, visit the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch to learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3. We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment, what mate...

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the third week of November, visit the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch to learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3.

Whole Body Wellness

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Multipurpose Room at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Visit the Reserve Branch and enjoy low-impact fitness activities. We will offer a beginner's class each Wednesday at 10 AM where we will follow along various videos for whole body ...

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Visit the Reserve Branch and enjoy low-impact fitness activities.

Computer Basics

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Edgard Branch
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Adults who want to improve their computer skills can visit the Edgard Branch each Wednesday at 1 PM. Get help setting up an email account and answering any other computer questions...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Edgard Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Adults who want to improve their computer skills can visit the Edgard Branch each Wednesday at 1 PM.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Cricut Maker 3

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Event Details:

During the third week of November, visit the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch to learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3. We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment, what mate...

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the third week of November, visit the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch to learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3.

Spanish for Beginners

Spanish for Beginners

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Conference Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This class is for English speakers beginning their journey into the Spanish language spoken in Latin America. In this class, we will use a library resource to follow lessons on bas...

Open
Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

This class is for English speakers beginning their journey into the Spanish language spoken in Latin America. In this class, we will use a library resource to follow lessons on basic vocabulary and phrases.

CASA 101

CASA 101: Be the light in a child's life

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Multipurpose Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This will be an informational session regarding learning more about how to make a difference in the lives of children by becoming a CASA volunteer. CASAs are volunteers from t...

Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

This will be an informational session regarding learning more about how to make a difference in the lives of children by becoming a CASA volunteer.

ESL

ESL Classes

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

In partnership with New Orleans-based The New Neighbor Project, the St. John the Baptist Parish Library hosts English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adult patrons.  Ca...

Open
Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

In partnership with New Orleans-based The New Neighbor Project, the St.

Mona Susan Power

Native Rights and Culture in Fiction–A Conversation with Mona Susan Power

Wednesday, November 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Author Talk Series at Virtual
Program Type:
Virtual Author Talk
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Register here: https://libraryc.org/stjohnlib/60639You’re invited to join us as Mona Susan Power chats about her newest novel A Council of Dolls. This conversation highlights how h...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Author Talk Series
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual Author Talk
Event Details:

Register here: https://libraryc.org/stjohnlib/60639

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Cricut Maker 3

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Event Details:

During the third week of November, visit the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch to learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3. We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment, what mate...

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the third week of November, visit the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch to learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3.

Cooking for Thanksgiving with Herbs and Spices

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Edgard Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Learn how to cook heart-healthy recipes using herbs and spices from your home garden in this educational workshop led by LSU AgCenter Assistant Extension Agent Rinalda Rocquin.&nbs...

Library Branch: Edgard Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Home & Garden
Event Details:

Learn how to cook heart-healthy recipes using herbs and spices from your home garden in this educational workshop led by LSU AgCenter Assistant Extension Agent Rinalda Rocquin. 

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Cricut Maker 3

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Event Details:

During the third week of November, visit the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch to learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3. We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment, what mate...

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the third week of November, visit the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch to learn how to use the Cricut Maker 3.

The Literary Lounge Book Club with Javalyn LeBlanc

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Small Meeting Space West at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Hey there! We'd love to have you join our book club, where we meet monthly to chat about all kinds of books, from romance to mystery to sci-fi and beyond. Our meetings are a welcom...

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Small Meeting Space West
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Hey there! We'd love to have you join our book club, where we meet monthly to chat about all kinds of books, from romance to mystery to sci-fi and beyond.

Bonfire Traditions of the River Parishes

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Family, Everybody
Event Details:

The end of November marks the start of bonfire building in the River Parishes. Learn more about this tradition that has been passed down for generations during presentations by lic...

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family, Everybody
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The end of November marks the start of bonfire building in the River Parishes.

College Essay Writing

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Event Details:

In this class, students will learn the basics of writing essays, such as crafting a solid intro paragraph with a smooth transition and excellent thesis statement. Throughout the wr...

Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: Computer Class
Event Details:

In this class, students will learn the basics of writing essays, such as crafting a solid intro paragraph with a smooth transition and excellent thesis statement.

Craft Community: Gingerbread Terra-Cotta Candy Jar

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Multipurpose Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Come join us for this month's adult craft! Turn an ordinary terra-cotta flower pot into an extraordinary gingerbread man candy jar. Add your own style and flare and fill it with yo...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Come join us for this month's adult craft! Turn an ordinary terra-cotta flower pot into an extraordinary gingerbread man candy jar. Add your own style and flare and fill it with your favorite treats.

'Los Libros with Carlos Diaz

All Day
Social Media at Virtual
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you looking for your next great quick read? Then, visit our Facebook page or YouTube Channel to watch this video series where Carlos Diaz, our Reference Associate, talks about ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Social Media
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Are you looking for your next great quick read?

All Month Long - Seed Library

All Day
All Branches
Program Type:
Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults, Everybody
Event Details:

Are you an avid gardener? Looking to plant for the first time? Have seeds to share? We invite you to participate in our Seed Library. Thanks to donations from area residents and Tr...

Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Adults, Everybody
Program Type: Home & Garden
Event Details:

Are you an avid gardener? Looking to plant for the first time? Have seeds to share? We invite you to participate in our Seed Library.

Video Tutorial: How to Edit a Season's Greetings Card

All Day
Social Media at Virtual
Program Type:
STEM, Other
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Event Details:

This tutorial will teach you different ways to edit a holiday season's greetings card in Adobe Photoshop. In following this tutorial, you will be able to turn a family photo, portr...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Social Media
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: STEM, Other
Event Details:

This tutorial will teach you different ways to edit a holiday season's greetings card in Adobe Photoshop.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Epilog Laser Engraver

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Event Details:

During the fourth week of November, stop by the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch and learn to use the Epilog Laser Engraver. We will discuss the dos and dont's of the equipment and...

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the fourth week of November, stop by the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch and learn to use the Epilog Laser Engraver. We will discuss the dos and dont's of the equipment and how to successfully operate it.

Dining with Diabetes Class One

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Garyville Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

This four-part educational series on diabetes will help adults at risk for type 2 diabetes, who are pre-diabetic or who have diabetes to learn how to manage their condition through...

Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

This four-part educational series on diabetes will help adults at risk for type 2 diabetes, who are pre-diabetic or who have diabetes to learn how to manage their condition through menu planning, portion control, label reading and physical activit

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Epilog Laser Engraver

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Event Details:

During the fourth week of November, stop by the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch and learn to use the Epilog Laser Engraver. We will discuss the dos and dont's of the equipment and...

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the fourth week of November, stop by the MakerSpace at the Reserve Branch and learn to use the Epilog Laser Engraver. We will discuss the dos and dont's of the equipment and how to successfully operate it.