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This event is in the "Tweens" group
Innovators

The Innovators: Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Flexible Meeting Space at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Teens, Tweens

If you're a tween or teen and you have ideas for programs that you'd want to see at your library, we want to hear from you!

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

If you're a tween or teen and you have ideas for programs that you'd want to see at your library, we want to hear from you!

This event is in the "Adults" group
Spanish for Beginners

Spanish for Beginners

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

ESL Classes

Wednesday, June 3, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.  Call coordinator Carolyn Mendoza at (985) 652-6857 ext.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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.  Call coordinator Carolyn Mendoza at (985) 652-6857 ext.

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group
1,000 Books

All Month Long: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

All Day
All Branches
Program Type:
Storytime, Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge helps young children develop pre-reading skills and promotes parent and child bonding through reading. To keep track of the books read, Reading Logs are available in print at our Library branches

Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime, Other
Event Details:

The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge helps young children develop pre-reading skills and promotes parent and child bonding through reading. To keep track of the books read, Reading Logs are available in print at our Library branches

This event is in the "Everybody" group
Puzzle Swap

All Month Long: Puzzle Swap

All Day
Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Grab & Geauxs, Other
Age Group:
Everybody

Are you into jigsaw puzzles and looking for fresh challenges? Visit our Puzzle Swap table in the lobby of the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library in Reserve to trade gently-used puzzles. 

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Grab & Geauxs, Other
Event Details:

Are you into jigsaw puzzles and looking for fresh challenges? Visit our Puzzle Swap table in the lobby of the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library in Reserve to trade gently-used puzzles. 

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

Sensory Play: Garden Adventures

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Sensory play with tactile materials is a fun way to help young children practice fine motor skills, foster creativity, and explore the world through their senses.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: STEM, Other
Event Details:

Sensory play with tactile materials is a fun way to help young children practice fine motor skills, foster creativity, and explore the world through their senses.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intermediate Spanish Classes

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room at Garyville 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: Garyville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
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.

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

Animal Encounter with The Reptile Krewe

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Outdoor, Other
Age Group:
Family, Everybody

Meet the Reptile Krewe and interact with incredible animals during this family friendly edu-tainment event led by Barry Guillot, a four-time Louisiana Wildlife Educator of the Year honoree. 

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

Meet the Reptile Krewe and interact with incredible animals during this family friendly edu-tainment event led by Barry Guillot, a four-time Louisiana Wildlife Educator of the Year honoree. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
Spanish for Beginners

Spanish for Beginners

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

ESL Classes

Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.  Call coordinator Carolyn Mendoza at (985) 652-6857 ext.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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.  Call coordinator Carolyn Mendoza at (985) 652-6857 ext.

This event is in the "Adults" group

All Around the World: Destination Exploration for Seniors

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Multipurpose Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

All Around the World is a adventurous series that brings seniors together through engaging conversation, cultural exploration, and shared moments of collection.

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

All Around the World is a adventurous series that brings seniors together through engaging conversation, cultural exploration, and shared moments of collection.

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

Sensory Play: Garden Adventures

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room at Garyville Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5

Sensory play with tactile materials is a fun way to help young children practice fine motor skills, foster creativity, and explore the world through their senses.

Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: STEM, Other
Event Details:

Sensory play with tactile materials is a fun way to help young children practice fine motor skills, foster creativity, and explore the world through their senses.

This event is in the "Family" group

Movie Night

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Other
Age Group:
Family

It's Movie Night at the Reserve Library for the whole family! We'll enjoy a night out with the whole family watching a classic ("Honey, I Shrunk the Kids") in the air conditioning in collaboration with St. John Theatre.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

It's Movie Night at the Reserve Library for the whole family! We'll enjoy a night out with the whole family watching a classic ("Honey, I Shrunk the Kids") in the air conditioning in collaboration with St. John Theatre.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Manchac Greenway Connection: Your Voice, Our Vision

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Multipurpose Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Outdoor, Other
Age Group:
Adults

The stretch of land between LaPlace and Manchac is getting a major glow-up. St.

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

The stretch of land between LaPlace and Manchac is getting a major glow-up. St.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Turning 65: A Guide to Medicare & Social Security

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Multipurpose Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Other
Age Group:
Adults

This workshop is designed to educate individuals who are approaching age 65 on how to enroll in Medicare and Social Security, understand important timelines, and feel confident navigating the process.

Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Other
Event Details:

This workshop is designed to educate individuals who are approaching age 65 on how to enroll in Medicare and Social Security, understand important timelines, and feel confident navigating the process.

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

The Dinosaur Experience

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM, Other
Age Group:
Family, Everybody

Get ready for a Jurassic experience at the Library! These dinosaurs are especially trained to reduce any fears little ones may have (although adults are fair game), and in no time at all they'll become the very best of friends.

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

Get ready for a Jurassic experience at the Library! These dinosaurs are especially trained to reduce any fears little ones may have (although adults are fair game), and in no time at all they'll become the very best of friends.

This event is in the "Family" group

Live Performance & Theatre Workshop with Goat in the Road Productions

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Family

Ensemble theatre company "Goat in the Road Productions" will visit the Leroy D. Williams Library in Reserve to share the art of theatre with the whole family!

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

Ensemble theatre company "Goat in the Road Productions" will visit the Leroy D. Williams Library in Reserve to share the art of theatre with the whole family!

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

The Ultimate Anime Countdown

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Flexible Meeting Space at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Social, Other
Age Group:
Teens, Tweens, Adults

Come join the library's Teen Advisory Board Innovators as we finally decide which series reign supreme! From the Shonen battles to Slice of Life heart warming moments, help us rank your favorite anime.

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

Come join the library's Teen Advisory Board Innovators as we finally decide which series reign supreme! From the Shonen battles to Slice of Life heart warming moments, help us rank your favorite anime.

This event is in the "Adults" group
CASA 101

CASA 101

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Learn how to make a difference in the lives of children by becoming a CASA volunteer.

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Learn how to make a difference in the lives of children by becoming a CASA volunteer.

This event is in the "Adults" group
Spanish for Beginners

Spanish for Beginners

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group

The Legend of Julia Brown

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Meeting Room at Garyville Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

Step into the mysterious past of St. John Parish and uncover the legends that still echo through Louisiana’s swamps and bayous.

Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Step into the mysterious past of St. John Parish and uncover the legends that still echo through Louisiana’s swamps and bayous.

This event is in the "Adults" group

ESL Classes

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adults

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.  Call coordinator Carolyn Mendoza at (985) 652-6857 ext.

Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
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.  Call coordinator Carolyn Mendoza at (985) 652-6857 ext.

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

All About Okra

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Home & Garden, Other
Age Group:
Family, Everybody

Okra is a popular vegetable in Louisiana, whether fried, pickled, in gumbo... But do you know how its history is intertwined with that of our state? Want to know how best to grow it? Just looking for free snacks?

Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family, Everybody
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Home & Garden, Other
Event Details:

Okra is a popular vegetable in Louisiana, whether fried, pickled, in gumbo... But do you know how its history is intertwined with that of our state? Want to know how best to grow it? Just looking for free snacks?

All Branches Closed for Juneteenth

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, June 19, for the Juneteenth holiday. We will reopen at normal operating hours on Saturday, June 20.&nb...

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, June 19, for the Juneteenth holiday. We will reopen at normal operating hours on Saturday, June 20.