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Virtual Author Talk with Laura Dave: On Pulse-Pounding, Family-Driven Mysteries

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Author Talk Series at Virtual
Program Type:
Virtual Author Talk
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join us for a captivating conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me, Laura Dave, as she chats with us online about her newest book The Nig...

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

Join us for a captivating conversation with #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Last Thing He Told Me, Laura Dave, as she chats with us online about her newest book The Night We Lost Him. 

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to use the HP DesignJet Z6 44-inch printer

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

During the second week of December, stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace to learn how to operate the HP DesignJet Z6 large-format printer. This machine can produce prints up to 44...

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

During the second week of December, stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace to learn how to operate the HP DesignJet Z6 large-format printer. This machine can produce prints up to 44 inches wide, perfect for posters and banners!

Winter Wonderland Village

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Using construction paper and glitter star stickers, patrons will design and decorate their own Winter Wonderland Village. 

Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Using construction paper and glitter star stickers, patrons will design and decorate their own Winter Wonderland Village. 

Spanish for Beginners

Spanish for Beginners

Wednesday, December 11, 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.

ESL

ESL Classes

Wednesday, December 11, 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.

Craft Community: Customized Glitter Display Ornament

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Garyville Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

It's time for adult craft night at St. John the Baptist Parish Library. Create a customized glitter display ornament to add an elegant touch to your holiday décor! Add a personal f...

Required
Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 27
Event Details:

It's time for adult craft night at St. John the Baptist Parish Library. Create a customized glitter display ornament to add an elegant touch to your holiday décor!

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to use the HP DesignJet Z6 44-inch printer

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

During the second week of December, stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace to learn how to operate the HP DesignJet Z6 large-format printer. This machine can produce prints up to 44...

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

During the second week of December, stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace to learn how to operate the HP DesignJet Z6 large-format printer. This machine can produce prints up to 44 inches wide, perfect for posters and banners!

Toddler Time

Toddler Time!

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
Event Details:

Join us for a fun time of stories, songs and dance while developing pre-reading skills. This storytime is designed for active, adventurous, wiggly toddlers from 12 months through 2...

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

Join us for a fun time of stories, songs and dance while developing pre-reading skills. This storytime is designed for active, adventurous, wiggly toddlers from 12 months through 2 years.

Storytime

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Garyville Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
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...

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?

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to use the HP DesignJet Z6 44-inch printer

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

During the second week of December, stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace to learn how to operate the HP DesignJet Z6 large-format printer. This machine can produce prints up to 44...

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

During the second week of December, stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace to learn how to operate the HP DesignJet Z6 large-format printer. This machine can produce prints up to 44 inches wide, perfect for posters and banners!

'Los Libros Book Club and Discussion Group

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Book Discussion
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Were you intrigued by Carlos's 'Los Libros Book Talk on our Facebook page and YouTube Channel? Check out the book at your local branch, our electronic libraries on our website...

Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Discussion
Event Details:

Were you intrigued by Carlos's 'Los Libros Book Talk on our Facebook page and YouTube Channel? Check out the book at your local branch, our electronic libraries on our website's eBooks & More tab, or the Hoopla or Libby app on your phone

"Jingle in Jammies" Christmas Celebration

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Multipurpose Room at LaPlace Branch
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Join St. John the Baptist Parish Library for "Jingle in Jammies," a free, festive Christmas pajama party. Slip into your comfiest pajamas and get ready for a cozy evening filled wi...

Open
Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Social
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Join St. John the Baptist Parish Library for "Jingle in Jammies," a free, festive Christmas pajama party. Slip into your comfiest pajamas and get ready for a cozy evening filled with holiday magic.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Reading Logs

All Day
All Branches
Program Type:
Grab & Geauxs
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
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...

Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Grab & Geauxs
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

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.

Tech Basics: Outsmart your Smartphone

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Computer Class
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Join the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library staff for beginner tech classes and learn to outsmart your smartphone! Topics may include the basics of operating your iPhone or iP...

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

Join the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library staff for beginner tech classes and learn to outsmart your smartphone! Topics may include the basics of operating your iPhone or iPad, connecting to Wi-Fi, exploring apps, and online safety.

Decorate Wooden Holiday Ornaments

All Day 12/16 - 12/21
All Branches
Program Type:
Activity Tables, Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Celebrate the holidays by creating your very own ornament. Hang it on your tree, or any place where everyone can see your amazing masterpiece.

Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Activity Tables, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate the holidays by creating your very own ornament. Hang it on your tree, or any place where everyone can see your amazing masterpiece.

Write Letters to Santa (Dec. 2-23)

All Day 12/16 - 12/21
All Branches
Program Type:
Activity Tables
Age Group:
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Stop by any St. John the Baptist Parish Library Branch from December 2-23 to write a letter to Santa! Rest assured, our friendly staff will mail the letters directly to the North P...

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

Stop by any St. John the Baptist Parish Library Branch from December 2-23 to write a letter to Santa! Rest assured, our friendly staff will mail the letters directly to the North Pole in time for Christmas Eve.

MakerSpace Workshop: Draw in 3D with the 3Doodler Pens

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Everybody
Event Details:

During the third week of December, patrons of all ages can stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace and experiment with three-dimensional drawing using the 3Doodler 3D pens. Topics wi...

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

During the third week of December, patrons of all ages can stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace and experiment with three-dimensional drawing using the 3Doodler 3D pens.

Dining with Diabetes

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room at Garyville Branch
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

A five-part educational series on diabetes will be held on November 25 and December 2, 9, and 16. at 10:00 a.m. at the Garyville library. This program helps adults at risk for type...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

A five-part educational series on diabetes will be held on November 25 and December 2, 9, and 16. at 10:00 a.m. at the Garyville library.

ST with Ms Trina Reserve

Storytime

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Reserve Branch
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Ages 0-5
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. Storytime introduces the love of rea...

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.

MakerSpace Workshop: Draw in 3D with the 3Doodler Pens

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Everybody
Event Details:

During the third week of December, patrons of all ages can stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace and experiment with three-dimensional drawing using the 3Doodler 3D pens. Topics wi...

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

During the third week of December, patrons of all ages can stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace and experiment with three-dimensional drawing using the 3Doodler 3D pens.

Winter Wonderland Village

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room at Edgard Branch
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Ages 6-11
Event Details:

Using construction paper and glitter star stickers, patrons will design and decorate their own Winter Wonderland Village. 

Library Branch: Edgard Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Using construction paper and glitter star stickers, patrons will design and decorate their own Winter Wonderland Village. 

"Jingle in Jammies" Christmas Celebration

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room at Garyville Branch
Program Type:
Social
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:

Join St. John the Baptist Parish Library for "Jingle in Jammies," a free, festive Christmas pajama party. Slip into your comfiest pajamas and get ready for a cozy evening filled wi...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Social
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join St. John the Baptist Parish Library for "Jingle in Jammies," a free, festive Christmas pajama party. Slip into your comfiest pajamas and get ready for a cozy evening filled with holiday magic.

MakerSpace Workshop: Draw in 3D with the 3Doodler Pens

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 9:00am - 11:00am
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Program Type:
STEM
Age Group:
Everybody
Event Details:

During the third week of December, patrons of all ages can stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace and experiment with three-dimensional drawing using the 3Doodler 3D pens. Topics wi...

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

During the third week of December, patrons of all ages can stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace and experiment with three-dimensional drawing using the 3Doodler 3D pens.