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Singing Bowl Meditation

With Shawanda Marie
2023-04-22 12:00:00 2023-04-22 12:30:00 America/Chicago Singing Bowl Meditation Enjoy a 30-minute mid-day meditation session with relaxing singing bowl arrangements by Shawanda Marie. Children's Resource Center Library -

Saturday, April 22
12:00pm - 12:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-04-22 12:00:00 2023-04-22 12:30:00 America/Chicago Singing Bowl Meditation Enjoy a 30-minute mid-day meditation session with relaxing singing bowl arrangements by Shawanda Marie. Children's Resource Center Library -

Enjoy a 30-minute mid-day meditation session with relaxing singing bowl arrangements by Shawanda Marie.

New Orleans Native and Vibrational Sound Practioner Shawanda Marie will lead integrative sound bath sessions that support healing and wellness. Shawanda Marie's sound bath sessions use sound bowls to cultivate a meditative experience where attendees are "bathed" in sound waves. Shawanda Marie is an active member of the Sound Healers Association.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Health/Wellness |

TAGS: | African American Resource Collection / REACH |

Children's Resource Center Library

Phone: (504) 596-2628
Branch manager
Linda Gielec
Hours
Mon, Jun 05 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Jun 06 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Jun 07 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Jun 08 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Jun 09 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jun 10 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jun 11 Closed
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About the branch

The Children's Resource Center Library is home to a collection and programs for all ages, from children to teens to adults. The building is an original Carnegie Library and has served as a public library since 1908.

Upcoming Events

Councilman Freddie King III, District C - Weekly Community Office Hours
Thu, Jun 08, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
If you're a District C resident, stop by during Freddie King III's office hours to discuss city issues with your council representative. No appointment necessary.  
Resilience Force
Thu, Jun 08, 10:30am - 12:15pm
Norman Mayer Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and resources from Resilience Force, which can assist with rental, utilities, medical, mental health, emergency shelters, COVID-19 information, and hurricane preparedness information.
Metropolitan Human Services District - Opioid Response Team
Thu, Jun 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Algiers Regional Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and referrals to Metropolitan Human Services District, which addresses mental health, developmental disability, and addictive disorder needs.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mid-City Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Children's Room
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Thu, Jun 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Jun 08, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library
Reading Buddies pairs teenage volunteers entering grades 7 - 12 with kindergarten to 2nd grade students.
Register
Activate STEAM Afternoon: Nature Journal
Thu, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Experiment, create, and craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
Activate STEAM Afternoon: Art Smarts
Thu, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mid-City Library
Experiment, create, and craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
Registration is now closed
Teen STEAM Afternoon: DIY T-Shirt Alteration
Thu, Jun 08, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Central City Library - Programming Space
Embrace creativity with various craft based programs for teens ages 11 - 18.
Notary Public Services
Thu, Jun 08, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
Evening Storytime
Thu, Jun 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Art of Henna/Mehndi By Mehwish
Thu, Jun 08, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Enterprise Room
Henna artist Mehwish will share the traditional art of henna, share designs, and apply designs to participants. Each teen will get a small henna design and a cone to practice with and take home.  
Create or Polish your Resume and Interview Skills - Feel Confident on the Job Search
Fri, Jun 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Computer Lab
Looking for employment or skills training? Expand your online job searching and resume building skills. Connect with the information and resources you need.
Crescent Circus Magic Show
Fri, Jun 09, 11:00am - 12:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Meeting Room
The Crescent Circus fuses international award-winning magic and circus arts featured on The Tonight Show in a performance that will amaze kids and keep them laughing.
Canceled
Digital Skills for Seniors 50+ - Connecting to the Internet
Fri, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center
Learn how to check your Wi-Fi connection and use a hotspot.
Crescent Circus Magic Show
Fri, Jun 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
The Crescent Circus fuses international award-winning magic and circus arts featured on The Tonight Show in a performance that will amaze kids and keep them laughing.
Main Music Matinee - Zydeco: African American Dance-Hall Music in SW Louisiana
Fri, Jun 09, 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - 1st Floor Stage and Performance Space
Tap your toes to a musical matinee.
e-Resources Basics
Fri, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Algiers Regional Library
Did you know that your library card gives you access to hundreds of FREE e-books and e-audiobooks?
Block Party
Fri, Jun 09, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Join us for a playdate at the New Orleans Public Library. Enjoy the most epic set of blocks you have ever seen while learning how to use open-ended questions and play techniques. Invite a friend!
Canceled
Notary Public Services
Sat, Jun 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Play and Learn with Puppets
Sat, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Dining Room
Drop in and play with the Library's puppet collection alongside other families or at your own pace with your child.
Seedling Starter Class
Sat, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mid-City Library
Get your hands dirty and learn how to grow plants from seed with Barcelo Gardens.  
Plant Swap
Sat, Jun 10, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Alvar Library - Yard
Bring your extra clippings, propagations, and plants to swap with others.
STEAM Saturday at Nix
Sat, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Nix Library - Programming Space
Fill your Saturdays with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math). Each STEAM Saturday at Nix features a different activity.
Poetry Reading by Louisiana Poet Laureate Mona Lisa Saloy - A Homer Plessy Day Program for Families
Sat, Jun 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Nora Navra Library - Meeting Room
In honor of Homer Plessy Day, celebrate 7th Ward New Orleans culture with a reading by Louisiana Poet Laureate Mona Lisa Saloy. Activity for kids and families by The Black School will follow reading.
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Sat, Jun 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norman Mayer Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
People's Housing+ Financial Literacy Workshop
Sat, Jun 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Meeting Room
Get the tools necessary for financial fitness and freedom. Learn the importance of saving, budgeting, credit, and financial independence in this 8 workshop series with People's Housing+.
The Historic & Contemporary Freedom Fighters - Of The 7th Ward Collage Workshop
Sat, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 1:40pm
Nora Navra Library - Meeting Room
Honor historical & contemporary heroes of the Seventh Ward with The Black School, an experimental art school and community service organization based in the Seventh Ward.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class - The New Neighbor Project
Sat, Jun 10, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Learn English vocabulary and grammar alongside other students. This class is for beginner and intermediate learners.
Canceled
Notary Public
Sat, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Canceled
Renter's Rights Intake Table - With Jane Place
Sat, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Talk with a renter's rights expert about rental issues, like dealing with security deposits, illegal activity, or questions about other housing issues.
Just Write: Virtual Creative Writing Workshop
Sat, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Events
Discuss your works-in-progress with local writers in a friendly and supportive environment. Novice to experienced writers in all genres are welcome to participate. Meetings are held over Zoom.
Loopy Loopers - Crochet & Knitting Group
Sat, Jun 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mid-City Library
Meet with other crafters to learn how to knit and crochet, share patterns, and advance your techniques.
Art of Henna/Mehndi By Mehwish
Sat, Jun 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Henna artist Mehwish will share the traditional art of henna, share designs, and apply designs to participants. Each teen will get a small henna design and a cone to practice with and take home.  
NOPL at 2023 New Orleans Pride Parade
Sat, Jun 10, 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Marigny & French Quarter
Happy Pride everyone! Find your Library in this year's Pride Parade through the Marigny & French Quarter. We're handing out books & other special throws along the route. Hope to see you out there.
NOPL at Longue Vue 2023 Family Equality Day
Sun, Jun 11, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Longue Vue House & Gardens
Find the Library at Family Equality Day to bring home a free book giveaway and learn about free Library resources and events.
Register
Intro to YouTube
Mon, Jun 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Computer Lab
Discover tips and tricks for searching and navigating YouTube. Please note, this class will not cover creating a YouTube channel or uploading content.
Wild Visitors from Audubon Zoo
Mon, Jun 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Dining Room
Get wild with an animal visitor from Audubon Zoo.
Odyssey House Louisiana - Prevention Department
Mon, Jun 12, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Lobby
Get assistance from Odyssey House Louisiana (OHL), a non-profit behavioral health care provider with an emphasis on addiction treatment.
SNAP Account Assistance
Mon, Jun 12, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Sunroom
Get one-on-one assistance with SNAP case management or enrollment. E-mail wellness@broadmoorimprovement.com or leave a message at 504-249-5130 ext. 2000 for an appointment. Walk-ups welcome.
LEGO Club
Mon, Jun 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Norman Mayer Library - Meeting Room
Drop in for engineering challenges and other activities featuring LEGO bricks.
Crafting with Literature for Kids
Mon, Jun 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Get creative with crafting sessions centered around time-relevant themes and related literature.
Block Party
Mon, Jun 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Alvar Library - Programming Space
Join us for a playdate at the New Orleans Public Library. Enjoy the most epic set of blocks you have ever seen while learning how to use open-ended questions and play techniques. Invite a friend!
Block Party
Mon, Jun 12, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central City Library - Programming Space
Join us for a playdate at the New Orleans Public Library. Enjoy the most epic set of blocks you have ever seen while learning how to use open-ended questions and play techniques. Invite a friend!
Canceled
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Mon, Jun 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
New Orleans Toastmasters
Mon, Jun 12, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Dining Room
Practice public speaking with Toastmasters International, the premiere organization for mentoring adults in leadership and communication skills.
JOB1
Tue, Jun 13, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Norman Mayer Library - Computer/Study Area
Meet with JOB1 Business and Career Solutions, a NOPL partner. This agency offers employment and training services to provide employers with a skilled workforce and to link job seekers to employment.
Intro to YouTube
Tue, Jun 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Programming Space
Discover tips and tricks for searching and navigating YouTube. Please note, this class will not cover creating a YouTube channel or uploading content.
Yoga with FitNOLA
Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alvar Library - Yard
Center your body, mind, and spirit with yoga. Practice meditation through movement, breath, alignment, and inner strength. Suitable for beginners through advanced. Limited number of mats are provided.
Outdoor Storytime
Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Front Porch,Lawn
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norman Mayer Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:30am
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
YALA's Summer Tour 2023 - Community Arts and Literacy
Tue, Jun 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Algiers Regional Library
Explore stories through the performing arts with Young Audiences of Louisiana. Their artists are touring New Orleans Public Library locations throughout the city this summer.
Resilience Force
Tue, Jun 13, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Algiers Regional Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and resources from Resilience Force, which can assist with rental, utilities, medical, mental health, emergency shelters, COVID-19 information, and hurricane preparedness information.
Resilience Force
Tue, Jun 13, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and resources from Resilience Force, which can assist with rental, utilities, medical, mental health, emergency shelters, COVID-19 information, and hurricane preparedness information.
Canceled
Metropolitan Human Services District - Opioid Response Team
Tue, Jun 13, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center
Get information and referrals to Metropolitan Human Services District, which addresses mental health, developmental disability, and addictive disorder needs.
VR, Dato Synth, and More with the Best Buy Teen Tech Center - Drop In to Try Our Traveling Tech “Petting Zoo”
Tue, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Alvar Library - Programming Space
Explore and try out technology from the Best Buy Teen Tech Center.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Jun 13, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Norman Mayer Library
Reading Buddies pairs teenage volunteers entering grades 7 - 12 with kindergarten to 2nd grade students.
Register
Activate STEAM Afternoon: Planting Seed Starters
Tue, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Experiment, create, and craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
Teen STEAM Afternoon: Mini Books and Zine Creation
Tue, Jun 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Dining Room
Embrace creativity with craft-based programs for teens ages 11 - 18.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jun 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jun 13, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Main Library - Sands Early Learning Center
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Teen Tuesday: Social Media Challenge
Tue, Jun 13, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norman Mayer Library
Teen programs with a different theme each week, including activities, crafts, and special guests.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes - Beginner - The New Neighbor Project
Tue, Jun 13, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Learn English vocabulary and grammar alongside other students. This is a beginner class.
Author Night at Hubbell Library: Richard Robbins - We Do What We Must
Tue, Jun 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
"We Do What We Must: Blood, Wine, and the Birth of the American Mafia in New Orleans," blends true history with fiction in a compelling story of organized crime in New Orleans. Book signing to follow.
Create or Polish your Resume and Interview Skills - Feel Confident on the Job Search
Wed, Jun 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Nora Navra Library
Looking for employment or skills training? Expand your online job searching and resume building skills. Connect with the information and resources you need.
Metropolitan Human Services District - Opioid Response Team
Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Lobby
Get information and referrals to Metropolitan Human Services District, which addresses mental health, developmental disability, and addictive disorder needs.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central City Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:30am
Nix Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
YALA's Summer Tour 2023 - Community Arts and Literacy
Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 11:00am
Alvar Library - Programming Space
Explore stories through the performing arts with Young Audiences of Louisiana. Their artists are touring New Orleans Public Library locations throughout the city this summer.
Chair Yoga with FitNOLA
Wed, Jun 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Center your body, mind, and spirit in this chair-based class designed for all levels of participants. Practice meditation through movement, focusing on breath, alignment, and inner strength.
Move Baby, Move - Chair Exercise with Aaron Palmer
Wed, Jun 14, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Algiers Regional Library - Large Meeting Room
Improve your posture and strengthen your core with Move Baby, Move's founder, Aaron Palmer.
Canceled
Reproductive Health Resources
Wed, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center
Women with a Vision will provide reproductive health resources.
Teen Video Storytelling Workshop: What's Your Library Story?
Wed, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Best Buy Teen Tech Center
Local filmmakers including Dawn Logsdon will share a hands-on workshop on the fundamentals of video storytelling.
e-Resources Basics
Wed, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Algiers Regional Library
Did you know that your Library card gives you access to hundreds of FREE e-books and e-audiobooks?
Listening Lounge - Crescent City Sounds
Wed, Jun 14, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Pink Parlor
Listen to Crescent City Sounds, our local streaming music library, on our headphones while you use the Library. We'll also have some giveaways. You can dance if you want to!
Notary Public Services
Wed, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
Rescheduled
Teen Comic Club
Wed, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Wednesday, June 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library
Love comics, drawing, Manga, and games? Meet up with others who share your interests.
LEGO Club
Wed, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Nix Library - Programming Space
Drop in for engineering challenges and other activities featuring LEGO bricks.
Tween Chess Club
Wed, Jun 14, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Learn the basics of chess. Make new friends and try out your skills against them.
LEGO Club
Wed, Jun 14, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Drop in for engineering challenges and other activities featuring LEGO bricks.
Teen Comic Club
Wed, Jun 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Love comics, drawing, Manga, and games? Meet up with others who share your interests.
Intro to LEGO Robotics
Wed, Jun 14, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Central City Library - Programming Space
Spend three sessions learning assembly, programming, and problem-solving using LEGO Robotics.
Evening Storytime
Wed, Jun 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Nora Navra Library - Kids' Area
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Spanish Conversation Group
Wed, Jun 14, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Sitting Room
Improve your Spanish speaking and listening skills in an informal, relaxed setting. Join the conversation at whatever level you are able, or just sit and listen.
Councilman Freddie King III, District C - Weekly Community Office Hours
Thu, Jun 15, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
If you're a District C resident, stop by during Freddie King III's office hours to discuss city issues with your council representative. No appointment necessary.  
Resilience Force
Thu, Jun 15, 10:30am - 12:15pm
Norman Mayer Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and resources from Resilience Force, which can assist with rental, utilities, medical, mental health, emergency shelters, COVID-19 information, and hurricane preparedness information.
Glass Recycling Drop Off - With Glassroots
Thu, Jun 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Algiers Regional Library
Bring your clean glass to recycle it. Glass is turned into sand and cullet for coastal restoration, disaster relief, eco-construction, and more. Glass is only accepted during program hours.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mid-City Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Children's Room
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
YALA's Summer Tour 2023 - Community Arts and Literacy
Thu, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Explore stories through the performing arts with Young Audiences of Louisiana. Their artists are touring New Orleans Public Library locations throughout the city this summer.
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Thu, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
Wild Visitors from Audubon Zoo
Thu, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Nix Library - Programming Space
Get wild with an animal visitor from Audubon Zoo.
Metropolitan Human Services District - Opioid Response Team
Thu, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Norman Mayer Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and referrals to Metropolitan Human Services District, which addresses mental health, developmental disability, and addictive disorder needs.
Virtual Author Talk: Jamie Beck - An American in Provence
Thu, Jun 15, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual Events
In an online author talk, Jamie Beck shares photography, recipes, and more from her transformative time in Provence, France. Register to receive the link to join, and submit questions you want to ask.
Register
Canceled
Metropolitan Human Services District - Opioid Response Team
Thu, Jun 15, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library
Get information and referrals to Metropolitan Human Services District, which addresses mental health, developmental disability, and addictive disorder needs.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Jun 15, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library
Reading Buddies pairs teenage volunteers entering grades 7 - 12 with kindergarten to 2nd grade students.
Register
Who Dun it? Mystery Book Club
Thu, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Virtual Events
Each month, we'll read a new mystery novel and join together on Zoom to discuss "who dun it." New members are always welcome.
Register
Gun Lock and Gun Safety Information Giveaway - With the Health Department and Children's Hospital
Thu, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Norman Mayer Library - Lobby Table #1
Health officials will distribute free cable and biometric gun locks, as well as information about gun safety and secure storage. Available to Orleans Parish Residents 18+. Supplies limited.
Teen STEAM Afternoon: DIY T-Shirt Alteration
Thu, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library - Teen Zone
Embrace creativity with various craft based programs for teens ages 11 - 18.
LEGO Club
Thu, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Drop in for engineering challenges and other activities featuring LEGO bricks.
LEGO Club
Thu, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mid-City Library
Drop in for engineering challenges and other activities featuring LEGO bricks.
Notary Public Services
Thu, Jun 15, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
Teen Video Storytelling Workshop: What's Your Library Story?
Thu, Jun 15, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Enterprise Room
Local filmmakers including Dawn Logsdon will share a hands-on workshop on the fundamentals of video storytelling.
Book Gumbo
Thu, Jun 15, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Sitting Room
Read, discuss, and meet your neighbors with this monthly book club.
Evening Storytime
Thu, Jun 15, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Create or Polish your Resume and Interview Skills - Feel Confident on the Job Search
Fri, Jun 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Computer Lab
Looking for employment or skills training? Expand your online job searching and resume building skills. Connect with the information and resources you need.
Play and Learn with Puppets and Puzzles
Fri, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Children's Room
Drop in and play with the Library's puppet and puzzle collections alongside other families or at your own pace with your child.
Buffalo Soldiers: Horses & History - With the Ninth and Tenth (Horse) Cavalry Association
Fri, Jun 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central City Library
Meet the soldiers and horses of the Ninth and Tenth (Horse) Cavalry Association.
Digital Skills for Seniors 50+ - Connecting to the Internet
Fri, Jun 16, 11:00am - 12:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Meeting Room
Learn how to check your Wi-Fi connection and use a hotspot.
e-Resources Basics
Fri, Jun 16, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Algiers Regional Library
Did you know that your library card gives you access to hundreds of FREE e-books and e-audiobooks?
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
Fri, Jun 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Drop your stuffed animal off at the Library for a very special sleepover event. Upon pick-up, you’ll receive a booklet showcasing all the activities enjoyed by the plushies.
Super Summer Broadmoor with Young Audiences - Juneteenth Event
Sat, Jun 17, 9:30am - 11:30am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Side Field / Lawn
Celebrate Juneteenth with Young Audiences' third annual event, featuring a singalong, performers, activities, and free book for kids. Open to families with children, especially ages 8 and under.
Canceled
Notary Public Services
Sat, Jun 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Sat, Jun 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norman Mayer Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
People's Housing+ Financial Literacy Workshop
Sat, Jun 17, 11:00am - 1:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Meeting Room
Get the tools necessary for financial fitness and freedom. Learn the importance of saving, budgeting, credit, and financial independence in this 8 workshop series with People's Housing+.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class - The New Neighbor Project
Sat, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Learn English vocabulary and grammar alongside other students. This class is for beginner and intermediate learners.
Renter's Rights Intake Table - With Jane Place
Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mid-City Library
Talk with a renter's rights expert about rental issues, like dealing with security deposits, illegal activity, or questions about other housing issues.
End Plantation Prisons Project Testimonies Screening
Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Norman Mayer Library - Meeting Room
Experience testimonies from the documentary, "End Plantation Prisons Project." Learn about hard labor practices in Louisiana from people directly impacted. 
Notary Public
Sat, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - 1st Floor Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.  
Register
Gun Lock and Gun Safety Information Giveaway - With the Health Department and Children's Hospital
Sat, Jun 17, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Lobby Table #1
Health officials will distribute free cable and biometric gun locks, as well as information about gun safety and secure storage. Available to Orleans Parish Residents 18+. Supplies limited.
LEGO Club
Sat, Jun 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Drop in for engineering challenges and other activities featuring LEGO bricks.
JOB1
Tue, Jun 20, 10:00am - 2:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Lobby Table #2
Meet with JOB1 Business and Career Solutions, a NOPL partner. This agency offers employment and training services to provide employers with a skilled workforce and to link job seekers to employment.
Intro to Microsoft Word
Tue, Jun 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Programming Space
Create, format, and save documents in Microsoft Word.
Glass Recycling Drop Off - With Glassroots
Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Alvar Library - Yard
Bring your clean glass to recycle it. Glass is turned into sand and cullet for coastal restoration, disaster relief, eco-construction, and more. Glass is only accepted during program hours.
Yoga with FitNOLA
Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alvar Library
Center your body, mind, and spirit with yoga. Practice meditation through movement, breath, alignment, and inner strength. Suitable for beginners through advanced. Limited number of mats are provided.
Storytime
Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Algiers Regional Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norman Mayer Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:30am
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
YALA's Summer Tour 2023 - Community Arts and Literacy
Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Front Porch,Lawn
Explore stories through the performing arts with Young Audiences of Louisiana. Their artists are touring New Orleans Public Library locations throughout the city this summer.
Mosquito Control Information and Resources - With Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board
Tue, Jun 20, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Main Library - Lobby
It's National Mosquito Control Awareness Week. Learn about mosquito habitats, the diseases they transmit and how the residents can protect themselves. Mosquito repellent giveaway, while supplies last
Resilience Force
Tue, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Algiers Regional Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and resources from Resilience Force, which can assist with rental, utilities, medical, mental health, emergency shelters, COVID-19 information, and hurricane preparedness information.
Reproductive Health Resources
Tue, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Lobby Table #2
Women with a Vision will provide reproductive health resources.
Resilience Force
Tue, Jun 20, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and resources from Resilience Force, which can assist with rental, utilities, medical, mental health, emergency shelters, COVID-19 information, and hurricane preparedness information.
Children’s Drum and Dance Workshop - By Congo Square Preservation Society
Tue, Jun 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Explore the rhythms and dances that have influenced New Orleans with an interactive drum and dance experience.
VR, Dato Synth, and More with the Best Buy Teen Tech Center - Drop In to Try Our Traveling Tech “Petting Zoo”
Tue, Jun 20, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Nix Library - Programming Space
Explore and try out technology from the Best Buy Teen Tech Center.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Jun 20, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Norman Mayer Library
Reading Buddies pairs teenage volunteers entering grades 7 - 12 with kindergarten to 2nd grade students.
Register
Listening Lounge - Crescent City Sounds
Tue, Jun 20, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Central City Library - Programming Space
Listen to Crescent City Sounds, our local streaming music library, on our headphones while you use the Library. We'll also have some giveaways. You can dance if you want to!
Teen STEAM Afternoon: Mini Books and Zine Creation
Tue, Jun 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Embrace creativity with various craft-based programs for teens ages 11 - 18.
Activate STEAM Afternoon: Art Smarts
Tue, Jun 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Experiment, create, and craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jun 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jun 20, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Main Library - Sands Early Learning Center
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Teen Tuesday: Crafternoon
Tue, Jun 20, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norman Mayer Library
Teen programs with a different theme each week, including activities, crafts, and special guests.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes - Beginner - The New Neighbor Project
Tue, Jun 20, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Learn English vocabulary and grammar alongside other students. This is a beginner class.
Create or Polish your Resume and Interview Skills - Feel Confident on the Job Search
Wed, Jun 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Nora Navra Library
Looking for employment or skills training? Expand your online job searching and resume building skills. Connect with the information and resources you need.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alvar Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central City Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:30am
Nix Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
YALA's Summer Tour 2023 - Community Arts and Literacy
Wed, Jun 21, 10:30am - 11:00am
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Explore stories through the performing arts with Young Audiences of Louisiana. Their artists are touring New Orleans Public Library locations throughout the city this summer.
Mosquito Control Information and Resources - With Mosquito, Termite and Rodent Control Board
Wed, Jun 21, 10:30am - 1:30pm
Algiers Regional Library - Lobby Table #2
It's National Mosquito Control Awareness Week. Learn about mosquito habitats, the diseases they transmit and how the residents can protect themselves. Mosquito repellent giveaway, while supplies last
Chair Yoga with FitNOLA
Wed, Jun 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Center your body, mind, and spirit in this chair-based class designed for all levels of participants. Practice meditation through movement, focusing on breath, alignment, and inner strength.
Wild Visitors from Audubon Zoo
Wed, Jun 21, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Get wild with an animal visitor from Audubon Zoo.
Move Baby, Move - Chair Exercise with Aaron Palmer
Wed, Jun 21, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Nora Navra Library - Meeting Room
Improve your posture and strengthen your core with Move Baby, Move's founder, Aaron Palmer.
Medicaid Information and Resources - With Navigators for a Healthy Louisiana
Wed, Jun 21, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Lobby
Learn about free resources and one-on-one assistance available to help you apply for Medicaid or a Marketplace Health Insurance Plan.
e-Resources Basics
Wed, Jun 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Algiers Regional Library
Did you know that your Library card gives you access to hundreds of FREE e-books and e-audiobooks?
Canceled
Activate STEAM Afternoon: Planting Seed Starters
Wed, Jun 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
New venue Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center
Experiment, create, and craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
Notary Public Services
Wed, Jun 21, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
Activate STEAM Afternoon: Art Smarts
Wed, Jun 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Nix Library - Programming Space
Experiment, create, and craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
Tween Chess Club
Wed, Jun 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Learn the basics of chess. Make new friends and try out your skills against them.
LEGO Club
Wed, Jun 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Drop in for engineering challenges and other activities featuring LEGO bricks.
Macramé for Beginners - Make a Plant Hanger
Wed, Jun 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Programming Space
Learn how to create the most iconic of all macramé projects: the plant hanger.
Teen Comic Club
Wed, Jun 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Love comics, drawing, Manga, and games? Meet up with others who share your interests.
Intro to LEGO Robotics
Wed, Jun 21, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Central City Library - Programming Space
Spend three sessions learning assembly, programming, and problem-solving using LEGO Robotics.
Evening Storytime
Wed, Jun 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Nora Navra Library - Kids' Area
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Spanish Conversation Group
Wed, Jun 21, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Sitting Room
Improve your Spanish speaking and listening skills in an informal, relaxed setting. Join the conversation at whatever level you are able, or just sit and listen.
Councilman Freddie King III, District C - Weekly Community Office Hours
Thu, Jun 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
If you're a District C resident, stop by during Freddie King III's office hours to discuss city issues with your council representative. No appointment necessary.  
Resilience Force
Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 12:15pm
Norman Mayer Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and resources from Resilience Force, which can assist with rental, utilities, medical, mental health, emergency shelters, COVID-19 information, and hurricane preparedness information.
Metropolitan Human Services District - Opioid Response Team
Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Algiers Regional Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and referrals to Metropolitan Human Services District, which addresses mental health, developmental disability, and addictive disorder needs.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mid-City Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
YALA's Summer Tour 2023 - Community Arts and Literacy
Thu, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Children's Room
Explore stories through the performing arts with Young Audiences of Louisiana. Their artists are touring New Orleans Public Library locations throughout the city this summer.
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Thu, Jun 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
Metropolitan Human Services District - Opioid Response Team
Thu, Jun 22, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and referrals to Metropolitan Human Services District, which addresses mental health, developmental disability, and addictive disorder needs.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Jun 22, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library
Reading Buddies pairs teenage volunteers entering grades 7 - 12 with kindergarten to 2nd grade students.
Register
Notary Public Services
Thu, Jun 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
Evening Storytime
Thu, Jun 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Teen Thursday: Crafternoon
Thu, Jun 22, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library
Teen programs with a different theme each week, including activities, crafts, and special guests.
Digital Skills for Seniors 50+ - Connecting to the Internet
Fri, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norman Mayer Library - Meeting Room
Learn how to check your Wi-Fi connection and use a hotspot.
Wild Visitors from Audubon Zoo
Fri, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Meeting Room
Get wild with an animal visitor from Audubon Zoo.
Story Hour with Drag Queen Laveau Contraire
Fri, Jun 23, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Main Library - Sands Early Learning Center
Read and sing along with local drag queen Laveau Contraire at this special family event.
e-Resources Basics
Fri, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Algiers Regional Library
Did you know that your library card gives you access to hundreds of FREE e-books and e-audiobooks?
Block Party
Fri, Jun 23, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Join us for a playdate at the New Orleans Public Library. Enjoy the most epic set of blocks you have ever seen while learning how to use open-ended questions and play techniques. Invite a friend!
Canceled
Notary Public Services
Sat, Jun 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Seedling Starter Class
Sat, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library
Get your hands dirty and learn how to grow plants from seed with Barcelo Gardens.  
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Sat, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norman Mayer Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
People's Housing+ Financial Literacy Workshop
Sat, Jun 24, 11:00am - 1:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Meeting Room
Get the tools necessary for financial fitness and freedom. Learn the importance of saving, budgeting, credit, and financial independence in this 8 workshop series with People's Housing+.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class - The New Neighbor Project
Sat, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Learn English vocabulary and grammar alongside other students. This class is for beginner and intermediate learners.
Canceled
Notary Public
Sat, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Sewing Class - Tote Bag Tour
Sat, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - 1st Floor Meeting Room
Learn to sew a tote bag with instructors from ricRack. Beginners welcome.
This event is full
Block Party
Sat, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Nix Library - Programming Space
Join us for a playdate at the New Orleans Public Library. Enjoy the most epic set of blocks you have ever seen while learning how to use open-ended questions and play techniques. Invite a friend!
Activate STEAM Afternoon: Planting Seed Starters 
Sat, Jun 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Dining Room
Experiment, create, and craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
Art of Henna/Mehndi By Mehwish
Sat, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Henna artist Mehwish will share the traditional art of henna, share designs, and apply designs to participants. Each teen will get a small henna design and a cone to practice with and take home.  
Mousercise - Learn To Use a Computer Mouse
Mon, Jun 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Computer Lab
Learn the parts of a computer mouse and how to point, click, drag, and drop.
Metropolitan Human Services District - Opioid Response Team
Mon, Jun 26, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Mid-City Library
Get information and referrals to Metropolitan Human Services District, which addresses mental health, developmental disability, and addictive disorder needs.
Mini Masters at the Library - Connecting Art and Early Literacy
Mon, Jun 26, 10:30am - 11:30am
Nora Navra Library - Meeting Room
Create your very own works of art and experience new ways to get ready to read. This early learning program is brought to you by the New Orleans Museum of Art. Reservations required.
Wild Visitors from Audubon Zoo
Mon, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norman Mayer Library - Meeting Room
Get wild with an animal visitor from Audubon Zoo.
Bastille Fun Day with Alliance Française
Mon, Jun 26, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Nix Library - Programming Space
Construct your own Eiffel Tower at this bilingual (French-English) celebration of the French national holiday with Alliance Française de La Nouvelle-Orléans.
Odyssey House Louisiana - Prevention Department
Mon, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Main Library - Lobby
Get assistance from Odyssey House Louisiana (OHL), a non-profit behavioral health care provider with an emphasis on addiction treatment.
SNAP Account Assistance
Mon, Jun 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Sunroom
Get one-on-one assistance with SNAP case management or enrollment. E-mail wellness@broadmoorimprovement.com or leave a message at 504-249-5130 ext. 2000 for an appointment. Walk-ups welcome.
Crafting with Literature for Kids
Mon, Jun 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Get creative with crafting sessions centered around time-relevant themes and related literature.
Block Party
Mon, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Alvar Library - Programming Space
Join us for a playdate at the New Orleans Public Library. Enjoy the most epic set of blocks you have ever seen while learning how to use open-ended questions and play techniques. Invite a friend!
Block Party
Mon, Jun 26, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central City Library - Programming Space
Join us for a playdate at the New Orleans Public Library. Enjoy the most epic set of blocks you have ever seen while learning how to use open-ended questions and play techniques. Invite a friend!
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Mon, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Meeting Room,Sunroom
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
New Orleans Toastmasters
Mon, Jun 26, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Dining Room
Practice public speaking with Toastmasters International, the premiere organization for mentoring adults in leadership and communication skills.
JOB1
Tue, Jun 27, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Meet with JOB1 Business and Career Solutions, a NOPL partner. This agency offers employment and training services to provide employers with a skilled workforce and to link job seekers to employment.
Mousercise - Learn To Use a Computer Mouse
Tue, Jun 27, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Programming Space
Learn the parts of a computer mouse and how to point, click, drag, and drop.
Yoga with FitNOLA
Tue, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alvar Library - Yard
Center your body, mind, and spirit with yoga. Practice meditation through movement, breath, alignment, and inner strength. Suitable for beginners through advanced. Limited number of mats are provided.
Storytime
Tue, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Algiers Regional Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Outdoor Storytime
Tue, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Front Porch,Lawn
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Tue, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:30am
Norman Mayer Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
YALA's Summer Tour 2023 - Community Arts and Literacy
Tue, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Explore stories through the performing arts with Young Audiences of Louisiana. Their artists are touring New Orleans Public Library locations throughout the city this summer.
Resilience Force
Tue, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 3:30pm
Algiers Regional Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and resources from Resilience Force, which can assist with rental, utilities, medical, mental health, emergency shelters, COVID-19 information, and hurricane preparedness information.
Resilience Force
Tue, Jun 27, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and resources from Resilience Force, which can assist with rental, utilities, medical, mental health, emergency shelters, COVID-19 information, and hurricane preparedness information.
Canceled
Metropolitan Human Services District - Opioid Response Team
Tue, Jun 27, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center
Get information and referrals to Metropolitan Human Services District, which addresses mental health, developmental disability, and addictive disorder needs.
VR, Dato Synth, and More with the Best Buy Teen Tech Center - Drop In to Try Our Traveling Tech “Petting Zoo”
Tue, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Explore and try out technology from the Best Buy Teen Tech Center.
Reading Buddies
Tue, Jun 27, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Norman Mayer Library
Reading Buddies pairs teenage volunteers entering grades 7 - 12 with kindergarten to 2nd grade students.
Register
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jun 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Evening Storytime
Tue, Jun 27, 5:00pm - 5:45pm
Main Library - Sands Early Learning Center
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Macramé for Beginners - Make a Plant Hanger
Tue, Jun 27, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Nix Library - Programming Space
Learn how to create the most iconic of all macramé projects: the plant hanger.
Teen Tuesday: Paint & Play
Tue, Jun 27, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Norman Mayer Library
Teen programs with a different theme each week, including activities, crafts, and special guests.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Classes - Beginner - The New Neighbor Project
Tue, Jun 27, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Learn English vocabulary and grammar alongside other students. This is a beginner class.
Create or Polish your Resume and Interview Skills - Feel Confident on the Job Search
Wed, Jun 28, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Nora Navra Library
Looking for employment or skills training? Expand your online job searching and resume building skills. Connect with the information and resources you need.
Metropolitan Human Services District - Opioid Response Team
Wed, Jun 28, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Main Library - Lobby
Get information and referrals to Metropolitan Human Services District, which addresses mental health, developmental disability, and addictive disorder needs.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alvar Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central City Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Wed, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
YALA's Summer Tour 2023 - Community Arts and Literacy
Wed, Jun 28, 10:30am - 11:00am
Nix Library - Programming Space
Explore stories through the performing arts with Young Audiences of Louisiana. Their artists are touring New Orleans Public Library locations throughout the city this summer.
Chair Yoga with FitNOLA
Wed, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Center your body, mind, and spirit in this chair-based class designed for all levels of participants. Practice meditation through movement, focusing on breath, alignment, and inner strength.
Bastille Fun Day with Alliance Française
Wed, Jun 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Children's Resource Center Library
Construct your own Eiffel Tower at this bilingual (French-English) celebration of the French national holiday with Alliance Française de La Nouvelle-Orléans.
Move Baby, Move - Chair Exercise with Aaron Palmer
Wed, Jun 28, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Meeting Room
Improve your posture and strengthen your core with Move Baby, Move's founder, Aaron Palmer.
Reproductive Health Resources
Wed, Jun 28, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Cafe / Hallway Sitting Area
Women with a Vision will provide reproductive health resources.
e-Resources Basics
Wed, Jun 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Algiers Regional Library
Did you know that your Library card gives you access to hundreds of FREE e-books and e-audiobooks?
Teen Board Game Group
Wed, Jun 28, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Meeting Room
Play board games and make new friends. This program is open to anyone 11 - 18 years of age.
Notary Public Services
Wed, Jun 28, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
LEGO Club
Wed, Jun 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Nix Library - Programming Space
Drop in for engineering challenges and other activities featuring LEGO bricks.
Tween Chess Club
Wed, Jun 28, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Learn the basics of chess. Make new friends and try out your skills against them.
Activate STEAM Afternoon: Picture This! Self Portraits - For Tweens
Wed, Jun 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Zone
Experiment, create, and craft at this hands-on STEAM event for tweens ages 9 - 12.
LEGO Club
Wed, Jun 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library
Drop in for engineering challenges and other activities featuring LEGO bricks.
Teen Comic Club
Wed, Jun 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Love comics, drawing, Manga, and games? Meet up with others who share your interests.
Intro to LEGO Robotics
Wed, Jun 28, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Central City Library - Programming Space
Spend three sessions learning assembly, programming, and problem-solving using LEGO Robotics.
Evening Storytime
Wed, Jun 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Nora Navra Library - Kids' Area
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Spanish Conversation Group
Wed, Jun 28, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Sitting Room
Improve your Spanish speaking and listening skills in an informal, relaxed setting. Join the conversation at whatever level you are able, or just sit and listen.
Virtual Author Talk: Tananarive Due - The Wishing Pool and Other Stories
Wed, Jun 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual Events
In an online author talk, Tananarive Due discusses her newest work, "The Wishing Pool and Other Stories." Register to receive the link to join, and submit questions you want to ask.
Register
Councilman Freddie King III, District C - Weekly Community Office Hours
Thu, Jun 29, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
If you're a District C resident, stop by during Freddie King III's office hours to discuss city issues with your council representative. No appointment necessary.  
Storytime
Thu, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Thu, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Children's Room
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
YALA's Summer Tour 2023 - Community Arts and Literacy
Thu, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Mid-City Library
Explore stories through the performing arts with Young Audiences of Louisiana. Their artists are touring New Orleans Public Library locations throughout the city this summer.
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Thu, Jun 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
Wild Visitors from Audubon Zoo
Thu, Jun 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alvar Library - Programming Space
Get wild with an animal visitor from Audubon Zoo.
Children’s Drum and Dance Workshop - By Congo Square Preservation Society
Thu, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Programming Space
Explore the rhythms and dances that have influenced New Orleans with an interactive drum and dance experience.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Jun 29, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library
Reading Buddies pairs teenage volunteers entering grades 7 - 12 with kindergarten to 2nd grade students.
Register
Listening Lounge - Crescent City Sounds
Thu, Jun 29, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Robert E. Smith Library
Listen to Crescent City Sounds, our local streaming music library, on our headphones while you use the Library. We'll also have some giveaways. You can dance if you want to!
Teen Art Salon - Character and Creature Workshop
Thu, Jun 29, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Zone
Practice the building blocks of visual storytelling: character and creature design. This Teen Art Salon workshop is open to ages 11 – 18.
LEGO Club
Thu, Jun 29, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mid-City Library
Drop in for engineering challenges and other activities featuring LEGO bricks.
Free for All: Inside the Public Library Excerpts Screening
Thu, Jun 29, 4:00pm - 6:45pm
Norman Mayer Library - Meeting Room
Watch excerpts from upcoming documentary "Free for All: Inside the Public Library." Local award-winning filmmakers Dawn Logsdon and Lucie Faulknor will be in attendance to discuss their work.
Notary Public Services
Thu, Jun 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
Evening Storytime
Thu, Jun 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Teen Thursday: Paint & Play
Thu, Jun 29, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library
Teen programs with a different theme each week, including activities, crafts, and special guests.
Create or Polish your Resume and Interview Skills - Feel Confident on the Job Search
Fri, Jun 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Computer Lab
Looking for employment or skills training? Expand your online job searching and resume building skills. Connect with the information and resources you need.
Play and Learn with Puppets and Puzzles
Fri, Jun 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Children's Room
Drop in and play with the Library's puppet and puzzle collections alongside other families or at your own pace with your child.
Digital Skills for Seniors 50+ - Connecting to the Internet
Fri, Jun 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Nora Navra Library - Meeting Room
Learn how to check your Wi-Fi connection and use a hotspot.
e-Resources Basics
Fri, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Algiers Regional Library
Did you know that your library card gives you access to hundreds of FREE e-books and e-audiobooks?
Block Party
Fri, Jun 30, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Join us for a playdate at the New Orleans Public Library. Enjoy the most epic set of blocks you have ever seen while learning how to use open-ended questions and play techniques. Invite a friend!
Notary Public Services
Sat, Jul 01, 10:00am - 10:45am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Cafe / Hallway Sitting Area
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
Storytime
Sat, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Sat, Jul 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norman Mayer Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
People's Housing+ Financial Literacy Workshop
Sat, Jul 01, 11:00am - 1:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Meeting Room
Get the tools necessary for financial fitness and freedom. Learn the importance of saving, budgeting, credit, and financial independence in this 8 workshop series with People's Housing+.
Activate STEAM Afternoon - STEM Kit Saturdays
Sat, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Meeting Room
Experiment, create, and craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class - The New Neighbor Project
Sat, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Learn English vocabulary and grammar alongside other students. This class is for beginner and intermediate learners.
Notary Public
Sat, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - 1st Floor Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.  
Register
Canceled
The Urban Fiction Book Club
Sat, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Norman Mayer Library
A fun-filled and open-minded discussion of some of the hottest titles around.
LEGO Club
Sat, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Drop in for engineering challenges and other activities featuring LEGO bricks.
Digital Skills for Seniors 50+ - Social Media for Job Searches
Mon, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Meeting Room
Learn how to get your social media ready for the job search and beyond.
Crafting with Literature for Kids
Mon, Jul 03, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Get creative with crafting sessions centered around time-relevant themes and related literature.
Block Party
Mon, Jul 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Alvar Library - Programming Space
Join us for a playdate at the New Orleans Public Library. Enjoy the most epic set of blocks you have ever seen while learning how to use open-ended questions and play techniques. Invite a friend!
Block Party
Mon, Jul 03, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Central City Library - Programming Space
Join us for a playdate at the New Orleans Public Library. Enjoy the most epic set of blocks you have ever seen while learning how to use open-ended questions and play techniques. Invite a friend!
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Mon, Jul 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Meeting Room,Sunroom
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
New Orleans Toastmasters
Mon, Jul 03, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Dining Room
Practice public speaking with Toastmasters International, the premiere organization for mentoring adults in leadership and communication skills.
Storytime
Wed, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Alvar Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Wed, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Central City Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Wed, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Wed, Jul 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Nix Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Chair Yoga with FitNOLA
Wed, Jul 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Robert E. Smith Library - Meeting Room
Center your body, mind, and spirit in this chair-based class designed for all levels of participants. Practice meditation through movement, focusing on breath, alignment, and inner strength.
Move Baby, Move - Chair Exercise with Aaron Palmer
Wed, Jul 05, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Nix Library
Improve your posture and strengthen your core with Move Baby, Move's founder, Aaron Palmer.
Notary Public Services
Wed, Jul 05, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
Rescheduled
West Bank Book Club
Wed, Jul 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New date Wednesday, July 05, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Algiers Regional Library
Read and discuss a variety of literary fiction. New members are always welcome.
Tween Chess Club
Wed, Jul 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Children's Resource Center Library - Programming Space
Learn the basics of chess. Make new friends and try out your skills against them.
West Bank Book Club
Wed, Jul 05, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Algiers Regional Library
Read and discuss a variety of literary fiction. New members are always welcome.
Teen Comic Club
Wed, Jul 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Love comics, drawing, Manga, and games? Meet up with others who share your interests.
Evening Storytime
Wed, Jul 05, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Nora Navra Library - Kids' Area
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Virtual Spanish Conversation Group
Wed, Jul 05, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Virtual Events
Improve your Spanish speaking and listening skills in an informal, relaxed, online setting. Join the conversation at whatever level you are able, or just sit and listen.
Register
Councilman Freddie King III, District C - Weekly Community Office Hours
Thu, Jul 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
If you're a District C resident, stop by during Freddie King III's office hours to discuss city issues with your council representative. No appointment necessary.  
Resilience Force
Thu, Jul 06, 10:30am - 12:15pm
Norman Mayer Library - Lobby Table #1
Get information and resources from Resilience Force, which can assist with rental, utilities, medical, mental health, emergency shelters, COVID-19 information, and hurricane preparedness information.
Storytime
Thu, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Thu, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Mid-City Library
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Storytime
Thu, Jul 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Children's Room
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Thu, Jul 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Large Meeting Room
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
Reading Buddies
Thu, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library
Reading Buddies pairs teenage volunteers entering grades 7 - 12 with kindergarten to 2nd grade students.
Register
Activate STEAM Afternoon: Art Smarts
Thu, Jul 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Mid-City Library
Experiment, create, and craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12.
Teen Art Salon - Character and Creature Workshop
Thu, Jul 06, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Main Library - Teen Zone
Practice the building blocks of visual storytelling: character and creature design. This Teen Art Salon workshop is open to ages 11 – 18.
Notary Public Services
Thu, Jul 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
Evening Storytime
Thu, Jul 06, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library - Programming Space
Read, sing, talk, write, and play together in a format designed for children from birth to 5 years old and their caregivers.
Author Night at Latter Library: Courtney Nalty - Aging in Place Conversations
Thu, Jul 06, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Dining Room
Whether you're starting your retirement journey, the child of a widow, or a seasoned lifelong learner, this book provides answers to top questions encountered when developing an aging-in-place plan.
Story Hour with Drag Queen Laveau Contraire
Fri, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Alvar Library - Programming Space
Read and sing along with local drag queen Laveau Contraire at this special family event.
Block Party
Fri, Jul 07, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Cita Dennis Hubbell Library - Programming Space
Join us for a playdate at the New Orleans Public Library. Enjoy the most epic set of blocks you have ever seen while learning how to use open-ended questions and play techniques. Invite a friend!
Notary Public Services
Sat, Jul 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center - Cafe / Hallway Sitting Area
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
Play and Learn with Puppets
Sat, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Dining Room
Drop in and play with the Library's puppet collection alongside other families or at your own pace with your child.
Seedling Starter Class 
Sat, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library - Front Porch
Get your hands dirty and learn how to start growing plants from seed with Barcelo Gardens.  
Plant Swap
Sat, Jul 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Alvar Library - Yard
Bring your extra clippings, propagations, and plants to swap with others.
STEAM Saturday at Nix
Sat, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Nix Library - Programming Space
Fill your Saturdays with STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math). Each STEAM Saturday at Nix features a different activity.
Hip Hop Cardio with FitNOLA
Sat, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Norman Mayer Library - Meeting Room
Enjoy dancing to some of your favorite music with signature hip hop moves working everything from legs and glutes to arms and core. Beginners welcome to this ultimate cardio workout.
People's Housing+ Financial Literacy Workshop
Sat, Jul 08, 11:00am - 1:00pm
East New Orleans Regional Library - Meeting Room
Get the tools necessary for financial fitness and freedom. Learn the importance of saving, budgeting, credit, and financial independence in this 8 workshop series with People's Housing+.
English as a Second Language (ESL) Class - The New Neighbor Project
Sat, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Algiers Regional Library - Small Meeting Room
Learn English vocabulary and grammar alongside other students. This class is for beginner and intermediate learners.
Krew of Muses Shoe Decorating Workshop
Sat, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Nora Navra Library - Meeting Room
Decorate shoes with glitter and more. Learn from the masters, the Krewe of Muses.
Intro to LEGO Robotics
Sat, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Norman Mayer Library - Meeting Room
Spend three sessions learning assembly, programming, and problem-solving using LEGO Robotics.
Notary Public
Sat, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - 1st Floor Meeting Room
Get your documents notarized, free of charge. A Notary Public is a state official who verifies the identity of the signer or signers. Appointment required.
Register
Renter's Rights Intake Table - With Jane Place
Sat, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Main Library - Lobby
Talk with a renter's rights expert about rental issues, like dealing with security deposits, illegal activity, or questions about other housing issues.
Just Write: Virtual Creative Writing Workshop
Sat, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Virtual Events
Discuss your works-in-progress with local writers in a friendly and supportive environment. Novice to experienced writers in all genres are welcome to participate. Meetings are held over Zoom.
Loopy Loopers - Crochet & Knitting Group
Sat, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Mid-City Library
Meet with other crafters to learn how to knit and crochet, share patterns, and advance your techniques.
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