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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.

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.

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.

'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. 

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.

"Candy Cane Lane" Paper Ornaments

All Day 12/2 - 12/3
Ages 0-5
All Branches
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Activity Tables
Event Details:

Using different patterns of red and white tape, children will create candy cane ornaments from white cardstock. 

Write Letters to Santa (Dec. 2-23)

All Day 12/2 - 12/3
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
All Branches
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: 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!

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.

Storytime

10:30am - 11:00am
Ages 0-5
Reserve Branch
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: Learn to Sew with the Janome Sewing Machines

3:00pm - 5:00pm
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!

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!

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.

MakerSpace Workshop: Learn to Sew with the Janome Sewing Machines

3:00pm - 5:00pm
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!

Storytime

4:00pm - 4:30pm
Ages 0-5
Edgard Branch
Library Branch: Edgard Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come to the Library for storytime! Join us as we entertain, amuse, and educate children with animated book reading. This program is for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their caregivers.

Perfect Christmas Tree Portraits with your Phone

5:30pm - 6:30pm
Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens (Ages 12-18), Adults
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

Learn tips and tricks for your DIY holiday photoshoot! We will be using portrait mode on our phones to mimic the look of a professional camera and capture a dreamy bokeh effect in our Christmas tree portraits.

Reindeer Games

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Rudolph wanted to join in some reindeer games, and so do we! In this fun-filled holiday event, we'll learn to make games out of household items that might otherwise be thrown away.

All Branches Closed for Staff Training

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 on Wednesday, December 4 for staff training. We will reopen at 9 AM on Thursday, December 5. 

Virtual Author Talk with Dr. Jeffrey Post: Exploring the Smithsonian National Gem Collection

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Author Talk Series
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual Author Talk
Event Details:

Join us for an absolutely dazzling presentation with the emeritus curator of the Smithsonian's National Gem Collection, Dr. Jeffrey E.

"Candy Cane Lane" Paper Ornaments

All Day 12/5 - 12/7
Ages 0-5
All Branches
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Activity Tables
Event Details:

Using different patterns of red and white tape, children will create candy cane ornaments from white cardstock. 

Write Letters to Santa (Dec. 2-23)

All Day 12/5 - 12/7
Ages 0-5, Ages 6-11
All Branches
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: 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!