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Storytime

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Garyville Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Join us for Weekly Storytime in the Little Orange Corner at the Frazee-Harris Memorial Library in Garyville. Little ones and their caregivers can come on Thursdays at 10:30 AM. Can't make it?

Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for Weekly Storytime in the Little Orange Corner at the Frazee-Harris Memorial Library in Garyville. Little ones and their caregivers can come on Thursdays at 10:30 AM. Can't make it?

This event is in the "Everybody" group

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Cubelets Workshop

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Everybody

During the third week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Cubelets robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them individually.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the third week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Cubelets robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them individually.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intermediate Spanish Classes

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Small Meeting Space East at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

This program will focus on learners who have mastered basic Spanish grammar and vocabulary and are ready to expand their language skills for more confident, spontaneous communication.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Small Meeting Space East
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

This program will focus on learners who have mastered basic Spanish grammar and vocabulary and are ready to expand their language skills for more confident, spontaneous communication.

Women's History Month Art Exhibition Reception

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
1885 House Board Room at Reserve Branch

Join us in a celebration of women's voices and visions through art. This exhibition highlights works that honor the past, speak to the present, and imagine the future—showcasing the power of women artists to shape culture and history.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: 1885 House Board Room
Event Details:

Join us in a celebration of women's voices and visions through art. This exhibition highlights works that honor the past, speak to the present, and imagine the future—showcasing the power of women artists to shape culture and history.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Basics

Thursday, March 19, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Computer Class, School & Career
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for beginner's tech classes every Thursday in LaPlace. Students will learn basic computer skills, such as hand placement, hardware familiarity, Internet search, email use, etc.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Class, School & Career
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for beginner's tech classes every Thursday in LaPlace. Students will learn basic computer skills, such as hand placement, hardware familiarity, Internet search, email use, etc.

All Branches Closed for Staff Training

All Day
Garyville Branch, Reserve Branch, LaPlace Branch, Edgard Branch, All Branches

All branches of St. John the Baptist Parish Library will be closed on Friday, March 20, for a day of staff training.Training like this helps us serve you even better. Thanks for yo...

Closing
Branches:
Garyville Branch, Reserve Branch, LaPlace Branch, Edgard Branch, All Branches
Description:

All branches of St. John the Baptist Parish Library will be closed on Friday, March 20, for a day of staff training.

Training like this helps us serve you even better. Thanks for your understanding! 

This event is in the "Family" group
This event is in the "Everybody" group

No Stress Chess

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Flexible Meeting Space at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Other
Age Group:
Family, Everybody

Want to learn chess, or just looking for someone to play with? Chess fans of all ages are welcome to join our group, meeting informally the third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. until about noon. 

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Flexible Meeting Space
Age Group: Family, Everybody
Program Type: STEM, Other
Event Details:

Want to learn chess, or just looking for someone to play with? Chess fans of all ages are welcome to join our group, meeting informally the third Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. until about noon. 

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Tweens" group

STEM Activity: Build a Train

Saturday, March 21, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Teens, Tweens

Put your engineering skills to the test by helping build a functional model train. Join library staff in the MakerSpace to create and design your own train.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Put your engineering skills to the test by helping build a functional model train. Join library staff in the MakerSpace to create and design your own train.

This event is in the "Everybody" group

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Edison Robots Workshop

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Everybody

During the fourth week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Edison Robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the fourth week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Edison Robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Storytime

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

If you want to stimulate your young one’s mind, join Ms. Trina for our weekly program at the new Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library in Reserve.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

If you want to stimulate your young one’s mind, join Ms. Trina for our weekly program at the new Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library in Reserve.

This event is in the "Everybody" group

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Edison Robots Workshop

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Everybody

During the fourth week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Edison Robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the fourth week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Edison Robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them.

This event is in the "Family" group

Dubi's Easter Eggstravaganza

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Family

Have a hopping good time with us at Dubi's Easter Eggstravaganza! Children in attendance will be able to participate in our Easter egg hunt, while supplies last. Make sure to bring your own basket!

Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Social
Event Details:

Have a hopping good time with us at Dubi's Easter Eggstravaganza! Children in attendance will be able to participate in our Easter egg hunt, while supplies last. Make sure to bring your own basket!

This event is in the "Adults" group

Craft Community: Springtime Floral Box

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Edgard Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults

Spring is in the air, and this beautiful DIY floral decoration sets the tone for a season of new beginnings! All supplies are provided during this free program.

Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Edgard Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Spring is in the air, and this beautiful DIY floral decoration sets the tone for a season of new beginnings! All supplies are provided during this free program.

This event is in the "Everybody" group

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Edison Robots Workshop

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Everybody

During the fourth week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Edison Robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the fourth week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Edison Robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Storytime

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Edgard Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Come to the Library for storytime! Join us as we entertain, amuse, and educate children with animated book reading. This program is for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers.

Library Branch: Edgard Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come to the Library for storytime! Join us as we entertain, amuse, and educate children with animated book reading. This program is for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Tech Basics

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Garyville Branch
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Adults

Adults who want to improve their computer skills can visit the Frazee-Harris Memorial Library in Garyville.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Event Details:

Adults who want to improve their computer skills can visit the Frazee-Harris Memorial Library in Garyville.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Virtual Author Talk with Shoshana Walter: America’s Failed Response to the Opioid Crisis

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Author Talk Series at Virtual
Program Type:
Virtual Author Talk
Age Group:
Adults

Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal.

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

Join us for a special conversation between award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and bestselling and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal.

This event is in the "Everybody" group

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Edison Robots Workshop

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Everybody

During the fourth week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Edison Robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the fourth week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Edison Robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Meet me in the Garden

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Home & Garden
Age Group:
Adults

Join LSU AgCenter extension agent Stephanie Gravois outside of the LaPlace Library to identify features of the landscape and learn practical tips that can be applied to your own home gardening endeavors.

Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden
Event Details:

Join LSU AgCenter extension agent Stephanie Gravois outside of the LaPlace Library to identify features of the landscape and learn practical tips that can be applied to your own home gardening endeavors.

This event is in the "Everybody" group

Year of Outdoors: Bayous & Swamps

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Small Meeting Space East at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Outdoor, Other
Age Group:
Everybody

The Louisiana Office of Tourism has designated 2026 as the Year of Outdoors. Join Louisiana's River Parishes Tourist Commission to learn about outdoor recreation surrounding our bayous and swamps!

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Small Meeting Space East
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Outdoor, Other
Event Details:

The Louisiana Office of Tourism has designated 2026 as the Year of Outdoors. Join Louisiana's River Parishes Tourist Commission to learn about outdoor recreation surrounding our bayous and swamps!

This event is in the "Everybody" group

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Edison Robots Workshop

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Everybody

During the fourth week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Edison Robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the fourth week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Edison Robots! We will discuss the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate them.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Whole Body Wellness

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Multipurpose Room at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults

Visit the Reserve Branch every Wednesday at 10 AM to enjoy low-impact fitness activities.

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

Visit the Reserve Branch every Wednesday at 10 AM to enjoy low-impact fitness activities.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group

Storytime

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

If you want to stimulate your young one’s mind, join Ms. Trina for our weekly program at the LaPlace Branch of the Norris J. Millet, Sr. Library.

Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

If you want to stimulate your young one’s mind, join Ms. Trina for our weekly program at the LaPlace Branch of the Norris J. Millet, Sr. Library.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Senior Advisory Group Interest Meeting

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Flexible Meeting Space at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Social, Other
Age Group:
Adults

We are starting a Senior Advisory Group for adults ages 60 and older. Help shape the future of library programs and services for our senior community!

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Flexible Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Other
Event Details:

We are starting a Senior Advisory Group for adults ages 60 and older. Help shape the future of library programs and services for our senior community!