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Jason Reynolds

Virtual Author Talk with Jason Reynolds: Writing Beloved Characters and Powerful Portrayals of Resilience

Thursday, April 30, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Author Talk Series at Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Author Talk Series
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Virtual Author Talk
Event Details:

Join us in conversation with bestselling author Jason Reynolds as we discuss his latest work, Coach, the fifth–and last–entry in the highly popular Track series.

1,000 Books

All Month Long: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

All Day 5/2
All Branches
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

Puzzle Swap

All Month Long: Puzzle Swap

All Day 5/3
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. 

Radhi Devlukia-Shetty

Virtual Author Talk with Radhi Devlukia-Shetty, JoyFull: Daily Rituals to Eat Freely and Live Radiantly

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Author Talk Series at Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Author Talk Series
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual Author Talk
Event Details:

How can singing to your food and eating dessert before dinner improve your digestion, skin, and overall well-being?

Innovators

The Innovators: Teen Advisory Board

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Flexible Meeting Space at 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!

French Table

French Table

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
1885 House Board Room at Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: 1885 House Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Family, Everybody
Program Type: Social
Event Details:

French Tables are popping up all over Louisiana, where people meet simply to converse in French. 

Marjan Kamali

Virtual Author Talk with Marjan Kamali, On Courage, Turmoil, and the Transformative Power of Love

Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Author Talk Series at Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Author Talk Series
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual Author Talk
Event Details:

Join us for an exciting conversation with internationally acclaimed author Marjan Kamali as we delve into the timeless wonder of her New York Times bestselling novel, The Lion Women of Tehran. 

Dr. Vivienne Ming

Virtual Author Talk with Dr. Vivienne Ming, How to Robot-Proof Your Kids (and Yourself)

Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Author Talk Series at Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Author Talk Series
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual Author Talk
Event Details:

Join us for a timely conversation on AI, humanity, and the next steps towards building a better future with self-proclaimed “mad scientist” Dr.

Dr. Patrick K. Porter and Ruchika Sikri

Virtual Author Talk with with Dr. Patrick K. Porter and Ruchika Sikri, Restore Cognitive Clarity and Find Emotional Balance with Visionary Researchers

Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Author Talk Series at Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Author Talk Series
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual Author Talk
Event Details:

Join us in conversation with Ruchika Sikri and Dr. Patrick Porter as we chat about their book, Brain Fitness Blueprint, in which they present a 30-day action plan to supercharge your brain and achieve peak performance.

Nir Eyal

Virtual Author Talk with with Nir Eyal, Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Author Talk Series at Virtual
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Author Talk Series
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Virtual Author Talk
Event Details:

What if the only thing standing between you and the seemingly impossible…was belief? This is the question posed by bestselling author Nir Eyal in his new work, Beyond Belief. 

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Craft Community: Painted 3D Mini Plaques

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

It's adult craft night at the library! Celebrate spring by painting your own 3D floral mini plaque. All supplies are provided, and there is no cost to attend. Space is limited; registration with an active library card is required.

Painted 3D Mini Plaques Grab & Geaux

All Day 4/29–4/30
Adults
Edgard Branch
Library Branch: Edgard Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

A limited number of grab & geaux kits with the supplies you need to make this month's Craft Community Painted Mini Plaque project at home will be available at the Roland Born Sr.

All Branches Closed for Memorial Day

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 Monday, May 25 for the Memorial Day holiday. We will reopen at 9 AM on Tuesday, May 26.

3D Seasonal Paper Tree

All Day 6/1–6/6
Ages 0-5
All Branches
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Activity Tables, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Let's celebrate the beginning of summer reading with these unique 3-D trees! Little ones get to learn about each of the seasons while coloring their own trees to represent our ever changing ecosystem.

Virtual Author Talk with with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig: Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Author Talk Series
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Virtual Author Talk
Event Details:

Join us for a fascinating discussion with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig on the history and significance of craft at state fairs—from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more!

3D Paper Vegetables

All Day 6/8–6/13
Ages 0-5
All Branches
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Activity Tables, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Let's make some three dimensional paper vegetables! Little ones can improve their dexterity while learning about all of the vegetables that can be grown during the summer!

Flower Seed Balls

1:30pm–2:30pm
Ages 6-11
Garyville Branch
Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Home & Garden, Outdoor
Event Details:

Kids will enjoy making Seed Balls that are small bundles of seeds, clay, and soil or compost. This will be an outdoor activity!

Flower Seed Balls

1:30pm–2:30pm
Ages 6-11
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Home & Garden, Outdoor
Event Details:

Kids will enjoy making Seed Balls that are small bundles of seeds, clay, and soil or compost. This will be an outdoor activity!

Junk Journal

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Tweens
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

What is a junk journal? Think of it as a bullet journal’s messy and rebellious sister! Join us to repurpose materials and create a one-of-a-kind, eclectic journal.

Flower Seed Balls

1:30pm–2:30pm
Ages 6-11
Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Home & Garden, Outdoor
Event Details:

Kids will enjoy making Seed Balls that are small bundles of seeds, clay, and soil or compost. This will be an outdoor activity!

Junk Journal

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Tweens
Garyville Branch
Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

What is a junk journal? Think of it as a bullet journal’s messy and rebellious sister! Join us to repurpose materials and create a one-of-a-kind, eclectic journal.

Movie Night

5:00pm–7:00pm
Family
Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Other
Event Details:

It's Movie Night at the Reserve Library for the whole family! We'll enjoy a night out with the whole family watching a classic ("Honey, I Shrunk the Kids") in the air conditioning in collaboration with St. John Theatre.

Junk Journal

2:00pm–3:00pm
Teens, Tweens
Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Flexible Meeting Space
Age Group: Teens, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

What is a junk journal? Think of it as a bullet journal’s messy and rebellious sister! Join us to repurpose materials and create a one-of-a-kind, eclectic journal.

Farm Animal Finger Puppets

06/15/2026 @ 9:00am–06/18/2026 @ 5:00pm
Ages 0-5
All Branches
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Activity Tables, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Our young patrons will enjoy making fun Farm Animals Finger Puppets from pre-printed templates. They can use pretend-play by making farm animal sounds and act them out!

Roots & Heritage: My Family Tree

10:30am–11:00am
Ages 0-5
LaPlace Branch
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Kids will enjoy having someone trace their whole body using crayons, Dot Markers, and butcher paper.

K-Pop Drawing Workshop

12:00pm–3:00pm
Ages 6-11, Tweens
Reserve Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Ages 6-11, Tweens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

During this three-hour workshop with Young Rembrandts of Southeast Louisiana, kids ages 6 to 12 will learn how to draw anime characters in a K-Pop style that includes specialty eyes, stylish outfits, and stage-ready poses.

Community Connections: Crochet for Beginners

4:30pm–6:00pm
Teens, Adults
LaPlace Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about crochet? Join us for a beginner-friendly introduction to crochet at the library! This free program includes all materials. This is a four-session series, and each lesson will build upon the last.

Roots & Heritage: My Family Tree

10:30am–11:30am
Ages 0-5
Garyville Branch
Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Kids will enjoy having someone trace their whole body using crayons, Dot Markers, and butcher paper.

Roots & Heritage: My Family Tree

10:30am–11:30am
Ages 0-5
Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Kids will enjoy having someone trace their whole body using crayons, Dot Markers, and butcher paper.

Community Connections: Crochet for Beginners

4:30pm–6:00pm
Teens, Adults
LaPlace Branch
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Multipurpose Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Curious about crochet? Join us for a beginner-friendly introduction to crochet at the library! This free program includes all materials. This is a four-session series, and each lesson will build upon the last.

All Branches Closed for Juneteenth

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 Friday, June 19, for the Juneteenth holiday. We will reopen at normal operating hours on Saturday, June 20. 

Mindfulness Mandala Art Activity

All Day 6/22–6/27
Ages 6-11
All Branches
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Activity Tables, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Children will receive a handout that shows how to practice mindfulness through outdoor activities such as bird watching, walking barefoot, taking a walk, or looking at the clouds.

Wooden Spoon Garden Gnome Craft!

All Day 6/22–6/27
Ages 0-5
All Branches
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Activity Tables, Arts & Crafts, Home & Garden
Event Details:

Let's make some biodegradable garden gnomes! Biodegradable means they break down into the soil for nutrients for our ecosystem, so these wooden garden gnomes are perfect for your, or your little ones', garden!

Mini Paper Flower Garden Fun and More for Kids!

10:00am–11:00am
Ages 0-5
Garyville Branch
Library Branch: Garyville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Event Details:

Our younger patrons will enjoy listening to a story, or two, and perform a scarf song about the summer, seeds and flowers.