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Schoolhouse Safari

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: St. Rose Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Guest
Event Details:

Guests will be immersed in a fun and educational demonstration including exotic birds, reptiles, insects, and small mammals from all around the globe!

Art Squad Advanced: Hook & Sketch

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Children's Activity Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Art Squad Advanced lets you develop your artistic skills, learn different art techniques, and get real instructions from professional comic artist Becca Hillburn. From discussing color theory to how to put together a portfolio, this program is designed to refine your artistic skills, whether you enjoy art as a hobby or want to turn art into a career.

Teens can either learn crochet or unleash their creativity through free drawing while receiving guidance and support with their art.

Disclaimer(s)

Designed for Teens Ages 13 and Older

Schoolhouse Safari

6:00pm - 7:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Large Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Guest
Event Details:

Guests will be immersed in a fun and educational demonstration including exotic birds, reptiles, insects, and small mammals from all around the globe!

Mythical Mask Making

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Registration
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Children, Tweens (Ages 8-11)
Program Type: Arts, Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Embark on a mythical mask-making adventure! Dive into ancient legends and craft your own masks inspired by gods, goddesses, monsters and heroes from around the world!

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults - Registration Notes

Please only enter the names of the children who will be participating in this program, but plan to be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted for children under age 10.

Planetarium - Evening Showing

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ages 10 and up, Adults, Family
Library Branch: Planetarium
Room: Planetarium
Age Group: Ages 10 and up, Adults, Family
Program Type: Planetarium Show, STEM
Event Details:

We have set our sights on Mars: the Ultimate Voyage. Learn about NASA’s current research and training, paving the way for humanity to survive the two-year journey to the red planet and back.

Disclaimer(s)

Planetarium Show Notes

Planetarium seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. 

Due to the unusual lighting conditions in the planetarium, no one is allowed to enter once the show has started. Please come early to take your seats.

Schoolhouse Safari

10:00am - 11:00am
All Ages
Library Branch: Hahnville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Guest
Event Details:

Guests will be immersed in a fun and educational demonstration including exotic birds, reptiles, insects, and small mammals from all around the globe!

Bean Bag Baseball

10:00am - 12:15pm
Adults
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Games & Activities, Social
Event Details:

Join us for Beanbag Baseball! Players take turns "at bat"  by tossing bean bags into a specialized game board to win points for your team. The rules and scoring are just like in baseball! For those 18 and older.

Disclaimer(s)

Designed for Adults

Storytime

10:30am - 11:30am
Children, Ages 0-5
Library Branch: St. Rose Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 0-5
Program Type: Storytime

Our Children's Storytime introduces the love of books and reading to young children ages 0 to 5 years.

Stories, music, rhymes, and fingerplays are used to encourage children to discover and explore the world around them.

Themes change weekly and play activities follow.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted.

Cookbook Club: Vintage Era

11:00am - 12:30pm
Adults
Library Branch: Paradis Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Food & Cooking
Event Details:

Choose a recipe from the selected theme and prepare it for the meeting. Everyone will share information about their dish.

This month's theme is vintage recipes.

Disclaimer(s)

Designed for Adults

Adventure Slime!

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Registration
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts, Food & Cooking, Movies
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Take part in a whimsical culinary adventure with Adventure Slime!: a unique and delicious program that combines the enchanting world of Adventure Time with the fun of creating edible slime!

Disclaimer(s)

Designed for Middle and High School Students

Food Allergies

This event features food and drink. Please contact library staff with any food allergies or dietary restrictions.

Schoolhouse Safari

2:00pm - 3:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Norco Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Guest
Event Details:

Guests will be immersed in a fun and educational demonstration including exotic birds, reptiles, insects, and small mammals from all around the globe!

German Coast Farmers' Market

8:00am - 12:00pm
All Ages
Library Branch: East Regional Library
Room: Outside
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Food & Cooking, Outdoor

Visit the German Coast Farmers' Market at the East Regional Library parking lot for fresh local produce, food vendors, and shopping from local artisans.

While you're here, stop into the library! We are open from 9 am - 5 pm on Saturdays.

Planetarium - Children's Matinee

10:00am - 10:45am
Children, Family
Library Branch: Planetarium
Room: Planetarium
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Planetarium Show, STEM
Event Details:

One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure introduces your young children to the wonders of stargazing with Big Bird and Elmo as their guide.

Disclaimer(s)

Planetarium Show Notes

Planetarium seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. 

Due to the unusual lighting conditions in the planetarium, no one is allowed to enter once the show has started. Please come early to take your seats.

Planetarium - Children's Matinee

11:30am - 12:15pm
Children, Family
Library Branch: Planetarium
Room: Planetarium
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Planetarium Show, STEM
Event Details:

One World, One Sky: Big Bird's Adventure introduces your young children to the wonders of stargazing with Big Bird and Elmo as their guide.

Disclaimer(s)

Planetarium Show Notes

Planetarium seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. 

Due to the unusual lighting conditions in the planetarium, no one is allowed to enter once the show has started. Please come early to take your seats.

Planetarium - Saturday Matinee

2:00pm - 2:45pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Planetarium
Room: Planetarium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Planetarium Show, STEM
Event Details:

SpacePark360 Infinity takes you on trip from Earth, through the solar system and beyond with nine new amusement park rides. Experience the northern lights on Arctic Coaster.

Disclaimer(s)

Planetarium Show Notes

Planetarium seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. 

Due to the unusual lighting conditions in the planetarium, no one is allowed to enter once the show has started. Please come early to take your seats.

Laser Tag

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ages 10 and up
Library Branch: Paradis Branch
Room: Throughout the Library
Age Group: Ages 10 and up
Program Type: Games & Activities
Event Details:

Come play laser tag in the library! NOLA Games on Wheels will set up a laser tag arena inside the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Designed for Tweens and Teens Ages 10 and Up

Planetarium - Saturday Matinee

3:30pm - 4:30pm
All Ages
Library Branch: Planetarium
Room: Planetarium
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Planetarium Show, STEM
Event Details:

SpacePark360 Infinity takes you on trip from Earth, through the solar system and beyond with nine new amusement park rides. Experience the northern lights on Arctic Coaster.

Disclaimer(s)

Planetarium Show Notes

Planetarium seating is limited and is on a first come, first served basis. 

Due to the unusual lighting conditions in the planetarium, no one is allowed to enter once the show has started. Please come early to take your seats.

Silver Sneakers Classic

10:00am - 10:45am
Adults
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Silver Sneakers Classic focuses on strengthening muscles and increasing range of motion for daily life activities.

Non-members and beginners are welcome.

Silver Sneakers Chair Yoga

11:00am - 11:45am
Adults
Library Branch: West Regional Library
Room: Meeting Room (West)
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Silver Sneakers Chair Yoga will move your whole body through a series of seated and standing yoga poses designed to increase balance, flexibility, and range of movement. 

Non-members and beginners are welcome.

Silicone Beaded Keychain/Lanyards

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Hahnville Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Arts, Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Whether you're looking for a personalized gift or a fun project to express your unique flair, this craft offers endless possibilities for customization.

Disclaimer(s)

Designed for Adults

Riddle of the Sphinx Virtual - Escape Room

5:30pm - 7:00pm
Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Room: Zoom
Age Group: Tweens (Ages 8-11), Teens
Program Type: Games & Activities
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

TO PARTICIPATE IN THIS LIVE ZOOM PROGRAM, BE SURE TO PICK UP YOUR PROGRAM PACK BEFORE THE DATE OF THE EVENT! 

Disclaimer(s)

Register Each Person Individually

Please register each person separately so we can make sure that we have enough space and supplies for everyone who attends.

Galaxy in a Jar!

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Family
Registration
Library Branch: Norco Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Family
Program Type: Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 12
Event Details:

Hold the galaxy in the palm of your hand by creating your own galaxy in a jar!  

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults - Registration Notes

Please only enter the names of the children who will be participating in this program, but plan to be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs are not permitted for children under age 10.

Designed for Tweens and Teens Ages 10 and Up

Millennial Mayhem: Craft Like It's 1999

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults
Library Branch: St. Rose Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Crafts, Social
Event Details:

Join us for a nostalgic social hour made for millennials!

This month we will create two 90's-inspired crafts and eat fun snacks while reminiscing about the good 'ole days of dial-up internet and Tamagotchis.

Disclaimer(s)

Designed for Adults

Bayou Gauche Island Honey Harvesting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Registration
Library Branch: Paradis Branch
Room: Meeting Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Home & Garden
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Join us for a buzzing celebration of nature's golden treasure at our local honey bee harvesting class. Step into the fascinating world of beekeeping as we embark on a journey to harvest honey straight from the hive.  

Disclaimer(s)

Designed for Adults

Food Allergies

This event features food and drink. Please contact library staff with any food allergies or dietary restrictions.