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'Los Libros Book Club and Discussion Group

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference 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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writing College Essays

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Put your thinking caps on because it's Back to School time. 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 "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.

DIY Crazy Socks

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Tweens (Ages 8-11)
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Here's our take on the viral "junk socks" TikTok trend! Add a little bit of excitement to your wardrobe by creating one-of-a-kind socks with fun embellishments. 

This event is in the "Ages 0-5" group.
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Happy Birthday Dubi: A Library Card Sign-Up Month Celebration!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

You're Invited to help us celebrate Library Card Sign-Up Month! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon with crafts, activities and a puppet show to celebrate the birthday of everyone's favorite literacy loving monster, Dubi!

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

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Ages 0-5
LaPlace Branch
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.

Spanish for Beginners

4:45pm - 5:45pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration 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, Pronunciator, to follow lessons on basic vocabulary and phrases.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Classes

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

In partnership with New Orleans-based The New Neighbor Project, the St.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Adventures in STEM with STEM NOLA: The Physics of Sound

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 6-11
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, STEM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 17
Event Details:

Explore the physics of sound with STEM NOLA, a leading innovator in hands-on STEM education for students, families, and communities.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writing College Essays

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Put your thinking caps on because it's Back to School time. 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 "Ages 6-11" group.
This event is in the "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.

Craft Your World: Minecraft Art for National Video Game Day

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Ages 6-11, Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11)
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Celebrate National Video Game Day with a block-tastic adventure in creativity! In this hands-on workshop, you'll bring the world of Minecraft to life by crafting your favorite in-game items and characters as pixel art.

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

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Ages 0-5
LaPlace Branch
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.

Spanish for Beginners

4:45pm - 5:45pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration 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, Pronunciator, to follow lessons on basic vocabulary and phrases.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

ESL Classes

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

In partnership with New Orleans-based The New Neighbor Project, the St.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

'Los Libros Book Club and Discussion Group

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference 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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writing College Essays

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Put your thinking caps on because it's Back to School time. 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 "Teens (Ages 12-18)" group.
This event is in the "Tweens (Ages 8-11)" group.

Decorate Talavera Tiles for Hispanic Heritage Month

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11)
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Activity Tables, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, teens and tweens can visit any of our branches to design and paint a custom Talavera Tile coaster.

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

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Ages 0-5
LaPlace Branch
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.

Spanish for Beginners

4:45pm - 5:45pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration 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, Pronunciator, to follow lessons on basic vocabulary and phrases.

This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group.

Decorate Your Own Guitar!

4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ages 6-11
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Decorate your own guitar using vibrant colors to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month The guitar is perhaps the most iconic instrument in Mexican music, with variations like the classical guitar, requinto, and jarana.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Writing College Essays

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Put your thinking caps on because it's Back to School time. 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 "Family" group.

Spooky Snacks

10:00am - 11:00am
Family
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Looking for fun Halloween snack ideas for your next get-together or just looking to feed the kids something other than candy? Come make Healthy Halloween snacks with us!

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

Snap Smarter: Intro to Photo Editing

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: STEM, Other
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Lean how to make the photos on your camera roll pop with this introduction to photo editing, designed for teens and adults.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Musical Legends from the River Parishes

5:00pm - 6:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The River Parishes played a significant role in the development of musical genres around the world, serving as the birthplace of renowned artists like Edward "Kid" Ory and Dave Bartholomew.

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

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Ages 0-5
LaPlace Branch
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.