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Handprint Butterfly

Handprint Butterfly Craft

All Day 3/9 - 3/14
All Branches
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 0-5
Program Type: Activity Tables, Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Create your own butterfly using your own hand! Kids can celebrate the start of spring with this adorable craft using their own hands as the design.

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Snap Circuits Workshop

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the second week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Snap Circuits! We will discuss and go over the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate it.

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Snap Circuits Workshop

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the second week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Snap Circuits! We will discuss and go over the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate it.

Warm Weather gardening

Warm Weather Gardening

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Flexible Meeting Space at Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Flexible Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden
Event Details:

Gardening can be a wholesome, healthful, and enjoyable activity for people of all ages. Besides the exercise and fresh air, you can also get delicious, fresh vegetables!

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Snap Circuits Workshop

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the second week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Snap Circuits! We will discuss and go over the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate it.

Michelle Carr

Virtual Author Talk with Sleep Expert Michelle Carr: Unlock the Hidden Power of Dreams

Wednesday, March 11, 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:

Learn how to harness your dreams to improve your sleep and health with dream engineer Dr. Michelle Carr. In Nightmare Obscura, Dr. Carr unlocks the science behind the sleeping body.

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Snap Circuits Workshop

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the second week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Snap Circuits! We will discuss and go over the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate it.

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Snap Circuits Workshop

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 9:00am - 11:00am
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the second week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Snap Circuits! We will discuss and go over the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate it.

Spring Into Action in the MakerSpace: Snap Circuits Workshop

Thursday, March 12, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
MakerSpace at Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: MakerSpace
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: STEM
Event Details:

During the second week of March, come to the Leroy D. Williams Memorial Library MakerSpace to learn how to use the Snap Circuits! We will discuss and go over the dos and don'ts of the equipment and how to successfully operate it.

Kate Quinn

Virtual Author Talk with Kate Quinn: Book Portals and Journeys of Literary Magic

Thursday, March 12, 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:

You’re invited to join us for a virtual conversation with acclaimed author Kate Quinn about her latest fantastical work, The Astral Library, which poses the question: Have you ever wished you could live inside a book?

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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.

ESL Classes

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

In partnership with New Orleans-based The New Neighbor Project, the St. John the Baptist Parish Library hosts English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adult patrons.  Call coordinator Carolyn Mendoza at (985) 652-6857 ext.

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.

Turning 65: A Guide to Medicare & Social Security

10:00am–11:00am
Adults
Reserve Branch
Cancelled
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Flexible Meeting Space
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.

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!

CASA 101

11:00am–12:00pm
Adults
Reserve Branch
Cancelled
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Learn how to make a difference in the lives of children by becoming a CASA volunteer.

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.

ESL Classes

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

In partnership with New Orleans-based The New Neighbor Project, the St. John the Baptist Parish Library hosts English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adult patrons.  Call coordinator Carolyn Mendoza at (985) 652-6857 ext.

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.

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 Friday, March 20, for a day of staff training.

Training like this helps us serve you even better. Thanks for your understanding! 

No Stress Chess

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

Year of Outdoors: Bayous & Swamps

5:00pm–6:00pm
Everybody
Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Small Meeting Space East
Age Group: Everybody
Program Type: Outdoor, Other

Senior Advisory Group Interest Meeting

11:30am–12:30pm
Adults
Reserve Branch
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Room: Flexible Meeting Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Social, Other
Event Details:

We are starting a Senior Advisory Group for adults ages 60 and older. Help shape the future of library programs and services for our senior community!

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.

ESL Classes

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

In partnership with New Orleans-based The New Neighbor Project, the St. John the Baptist Parish Library hosts English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adult patrons.  Call coordinator Carolyn Mendoza at (985) 652-6857 ext.

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.

Sugar Cookie Baking

5:30pm–7:00pm
Tweens
Reserve Branch
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Reserve Branch
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

Ages 8-11: There's nothing like the smell of sugar cookies during the Easter season. Come join us for a family-friendly evening learning how to bake and decorate homemade cookies.

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.

ESL Classes

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults
LaPlace Branch
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: LaPlace Branch
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:

In partnership with New Orleans-based The New Neighbor Project, the St. John the Baptist Parish Library hosts English as a Second Language (ESL) classes for adult patrons.  Call coordinator Carolyn Mendoza at (985) 652-6857 ext.

Make the Tallest Plastic Easter Egg Structure

4:00pm–4:30pm
Ages 6-11
All Branches
Library Branch: All Branches
Age Group: Ages 6-11
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Can you create the tallest, plastic egg structure? Work alone or with a group to see how tall your free-standing structure can be using plastic eggs and playdough.

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.

All Branches Closed for Good Friday

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, April 3 for Good Friday.

All Month Long: 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

All Day
Ages 0-5
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

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.