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Innovators

The Innovators: Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, March 3, 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!

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss: Dress in Green!

All Day
All Branches
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Everybody

Help us celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday by participating in daily activities such as crazy hair day, pajama day, and crazy sock day throughout the week. Take a picture, post it on Facebook or Instagram, and tag St. John the Baptist Parish Library.

Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Everybody
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Help us celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday by participating in daily activities such as crazy hair day, pajama day, and crazy sock day throughout the week. Take a picture, post it on Facebook or Instagram, and tag St. John the Baptist Parish Library.

Spanish for Beginners

Spanish for Beginners

Wednesday, March 4, 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.

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss: Crazy Hair Day!

All Day
All Branches
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Everybody

Help us celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday by participating in daily activities such as crazy hair day, pajama day, and crazy sock day throughout the week. Take a picture, post it on Facebook or Instagram, and tag St. John the Baptist Parish Library.

Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Everybody
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Help us celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday by participating in daily activities such as crazy hair day, pajama day, and crazy sock day throughout the week. Take a picture, post it on Facebook or Instagram, and tag St. John the Baptist Parish Library.

Intermediate Spanish Classes

Thursday, March 5, 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.

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss: Pajama Day!

All Day
All Branches
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Everybody

Help us celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday by participating in daily activities such as crazy hair day, pajama day, and crazy sock day throughout the week. Take a picture, post it on Facebook or Instagram, and tag St. John the Baptist Parish Library.

Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Everybody
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Help us celebrate Dr. Seuss's Birthday by participating in daily activities such as crazy hair day, pajama day, and crazy sock day throughout the week. Take a picture, post it on Facebook or Instagram, and tag St. John the Baptist Parish Library.

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

Spanish for Beginners

Spanish for Beginners

Wednesday, March 11, 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.

Intermediate Spanish Classes

Thursday, March 12, 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.

Turning 65: A Guide to Medicare & Social Security

Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Flexible Meeting Space at Reserve 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: Reserve Branch
Room: Flexible Meeting Space
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.

Innovators

The Innovators: Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, March 17, 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!

Spanish for Beginners

Spanish for Beginners

Wednesday, March 18, 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.

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.

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 development. Training like this helps us serve our community even better. ...

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 development. Training like this helps us serve our community even better.

No Stress Chess

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. 

Year of Outdoors: Bayous & Swamps

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Multipurpose Room at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Outdoor, Other
Age Group:
Everybody
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Outdoor, Other
Spanish for Beginners

Spanish for Beginners

Wednesday, March 25, 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.

Intermediate Spanish Classes

Thursday, March 26, 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.

All Branches Closed for Good Friday

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, April 3 for Good Friday.

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, April 3 for Good Friday.

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

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. 

Innovators

The Innovators: Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, April 7, 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!

Spanish for Beginners

Spanish for Beginners

Wednesday, April 8, 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.

Turning 65: A Guide to Medicare & Social Security

Saturday, April 11, 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.