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This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Cricut Maker 3

9:00am - 11:00am
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Cooking for Thanksgiving with Herbs and Spices

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Edgard Branch
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. 

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Cricut Maker 3

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

The Literary Lounge Book Club with Javalyn LeBlanc

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

College Essay Writing

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
LaPlace Branch
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Craft Community: Gingerbread Terra-Cotta Candy Jar

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 1
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

'Los Libros with Carlos Diaz

All Day
Adults
Virtual
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?

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everybody" group.

All Month Long - Seed Library

All Day
Adults, Everybody
All Branches
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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

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

All Day
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Virtual
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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Epilog Laser Engraver

9:00am - 11:00am
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dining with Diabetes

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Garyville Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration 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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Epilog Laser Engraver

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Epilog Laser Engraver

9:00am - 11:00am
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Basics

11:00am - 11:30am
Adults
Garyville Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Epilog Laser Engraver

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Epilog Laser Engraver

9:00am - 11:00am
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Computer Basics

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Edgard Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Edgard Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Use the Epilog Laser Engraver

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11), Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

'Los Libros Book Club and Discussion Group

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
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

Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

All Day
Some Branches
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 Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen at 9 a.m. on Saturday, November 30. 

Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

All Day
Some Branches
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 Thursday, November 28, and Friday, November 29, for the Thanksgiving holiday. We will reopen at 9 a.m. on Saturday, November 30. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Tech Basics: Outsmart your Smartphone

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults
Reserve Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join the  Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library staff for beginner computer classes. Get help learning the basics and get answers to any other computer questions you may want to be answered. Pre-registration is required.

This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Sew with the Janome Sewing Machines

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

During the first week of December, stop by the Reserve Branch MakerSpace to learn how to operate the Janome sewing machines!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Dining with Diabetes

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults
Garyville Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration 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.