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This event is in the "Adults" group
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

The Louisiana Office of Tourism’s theme this year is “The Year of Outdoors.” Explore the outdoor activities within Louisiana's River Parishes! 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spanish for Beginners

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
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

Intermediate Spanish Classes

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

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

All Month Long: Puzzle Swap

All Day
Everybody
Reserve Branch
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 "Adults" group

Spanish for Beginners

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
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

Intermediate Spanish Classes

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

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

The Innovators: Teen Advisory Board

5:00pm–6:00pm
Teens, Tweens
Reserve Branch
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

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
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

Intermediate Spanish Classes

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

Reserve Branch Closed

All Day
Reserve Branch
Closing
Branches:
Reserve Branch
Description:

The Reserve Branch of St. John the Baptist Parish Library will be closed all day on Saturday, February 14, due to the Krewe of Tohwahpahsah Mardi Gras parade route.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Turning 65: A Guide to Medicare & Social Security

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference 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.

All Branches closed for Mardi Gras holiday

02/16/2026 @ 9:00am–02/17/2026 @ 8:00pm
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 on Monday, February 16 and Tuesday, February 17 for the Mardi Gras holiday. We will reopen at 9 AM on Wednesday, February 18. 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spanish for Beginners

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
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 "Everybody" group

Year of Outdoors: Lakes

5:00pm–6:00pm
Everybody
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Outdoor, Other
This event is in the "Adults" group

Intermediate Spanish Classes

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

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

No Stress Chess

10:00am–12:00pm
Family, Everybody
Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Small Meeting Space East
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. 

This event is in the "Everybody" group
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

In honor of Black History Month, learn how African knowledge built Louisiana through the cultivation of indigo at Whitney Plantation.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Spanish for Beginners

5:00pm–6:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
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

Intermediate Spanish Classes

5:30pm–6:30pm
Adults
Reserve Branch
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.

This event is in the "Everybody" group

All Month Long: Puzzle Swap

All Day
Everybody
Reserve Branch
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
This event is in the "Ages 6-11" group
This event is in the "Everybody" group

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss: Wear Crazy Socks!

All Day
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Everybody
All Branches
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.

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

Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss: Wear Your Best Hat!

All Day
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11, Everybody
All Branches
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.