Teen Volunteer Day
Registration required. Teen Volunteer Day is open to teens ages 14 - 18. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
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Bingo at the Library
Enjoy the afternoon and maybe win a prize. We'll be playing 3 rounds of bingo with a winner for every round. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
Chess Club for Kids
If numbers allow, we can play a tournament bracket. Checker boards will also be available. Practice problem-solving and develop critical thinking at this hands-on STEAM program for ages 6 - 12. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
BINGO: Preschool Edition
This early learning program encourages children to develop and enhance their early literacy skills such as phonological awareness, print awareness, letter knowledge, print motivation, and vocabulary. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
Teen Volunteer Day
Registration required. Teen Volunteer Day is open to teens ages 14 - 18. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
Chess Club for Kids
If numbers allow, we can play a tournament bracket! Checker boards will also be available. Practice problem-solving and develop critical thinking at this hands-on STEAM program for ages 6-12. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival
New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Presented By Shell | April 23-May 3, 2026 - Eagles, Stevie Nicks, Rod Stewart, Kings of Leon & Many More!
Baby Keem: The Ca$ino Tour
Dates: April 15, 2026–Sept. 18, 2026Other artists performing on tour: NoneBuy tickets: Baby Keem website
Act Before April 20: The No. 1 Move to Make Before The SpaceX IPO
Councilman Freddie King, III - District C
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.
Wiz Khalifa, 2 Chainz, Berner and DJ Bonics: Macrodose Tour
Dates: April 15, 2026–April 19, 2026Other artists performing on tour: NoneBuy tickets: Wiz Khalifa website
Robotics Workshop for Tweens
High school students from Jesuit Robotics will lead this afternoon workshop. Open to tweens ages 9 - 12. Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
Danny Brown Stardust U.S. Tour
Dates: April 18, 2026–May 23, 2026 Other artists performing on tour: Holly Buy tickets: Danny Brown Website
Dungeons and Dragons
Let's go an epic adventure of pop culture proportions! Join us for dungeons and dragons inspired by your favorite fantasy lands. Recommended for families.
Baby Storytime
Designed especially for babies, Tiny Tales lasts approximately 15 minutes. Any person requiring special accommodations to participate in any class or event due to a disability may arrange for accommodations by contacting the location at which the event is held at least seven days prior to the event.
The Kid Laroi: A Perfect World Tour
Dates: April 27, 2026–Nov. 17, 2026Other artists performing on tour: Tommy RichmanBuy tickets: The Kid Laroi website | Live Nation
Private Outreach: Travis Hill Anime Club
Contact Name & Info: Stacey Gilbert sgilbert@travishillnola.org
Tech N9ne and E-40: Strange Wid' It Tour
Dates: April 22, 2026–May 24, 2026 Other artists performing on tour: None Buy tickets: Strange Music Website
Virtual Author Talk: Brad Taylor
Join us in conversation with acclaimed author Brad Taylor on his latest work, Shadow Strike, book 20 (yes, you read that right!) of the bestselling Pike Logan series. After its proxies are devastated and its offensive capability pummeled in the latest war in the middle east, a rogue group of...
Lloyd Banks: European Tour
Dates: April 20, 2026–May 6, 2026Other artists performing on tour: NoneBuy tickets: Lloyd Banks website
Listening Lounge
Bring your favorite vinyl records for a show-and-tell–style listening party (turntable provided). Enjoy group discussion on vinyl records and collecting. Hosted by librarian and discophile Jody Watkins, featuring demonstrations of record care and cleaning and items from his personal...
Ghostface Killah: Supreme Clientele 2 Tour
Dates: Jan. 9, 2026–April 25, 2026Other artists performing on tour: NoneBuy tickets: Bandsintown website
Cardi B: Little Miss Drama Tour
Dates: Feb. 11, 2026–April 18, 2026 Other artists performing on tour: None Buy tickets: Cardi B website
Stroke Awareness and Prevention Information
For more information, please visit tulanedoctorsneuro.com/comprehensive-stroke-center/ .
DDG: Blame The Chat Tour
Dates: April 21, 2026–May 11, 2026Other artists performing on tour: NoneBuy tickets: DDG website
Reproductive Health Resources
Schedule free pick up of emergency contraception, pregnancy tests, condoms, and information at Plan B NOLA . In partnership with The New Orleans Health Department and Women with a Vision .
Georges Seurat & Pointillism
Learn from great scientists and artists of the past as we explore the world around us. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
Book Gumbo
Upcoming selections: March: The Names by Florence Knapp April: The Empusium by Olga Tokarczuk May: Happy Land by Dolen Perkins-Valdez Books are typically available in multiple formats—including print, e-books, and e-audiobooks. Visit the Library catalog to request upcoming selections. This is...
JOB1
JOB1 is here to help at any stage in your career, even if you're just starting out. JOB1 YouthWorks Career Center helps youth between the ages of 16 - 24 find jobs, explore careers, pursue education goals, develop leadership skills, and receive comprehensive guidance and counseling. Visit...
Mental Health Resources on First Episode Psychosis
Psychosis is often the beginning of severe mental illness such as the schizophrenia-spectrum disorders and occurring in young people. The base of evidence shows that the longer psychosis goes untreated, the more difficult it becomes to treat, and the more disruptive it can be to a person’s...
Sci-Fi Shorts
Upcoming selections: February: "The Cold Equations" by Tom Goodwin & “Reason” by Isaac Asimov March “We Can Remember It for You Wholesale” by Philip K. Dick & “Mimsy Were the Borogoves” by Lewis Padgett April: “Exhalation” by Ted Chiang & “The...
Metropolitan Human Services District
For more information about Metropolitan Human Services District, please visit www.mhsdla.org .
Private Outreach: KIPP Leadership
Contact: Jayde Larsen, jlarson@kippneworleans.org Grade: PreK
Glass Recycling Drop Off
Please do not drop off glass outside of program hours. Unattended glass on the premises is unsafe for everyone and has to be thrown away. Visit these links for more information about Glass Half Full and Glassroots . In partnership with Glassroots and the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library ...
Create & Play: Superheroes Unite!
Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
Notary Public Services
What to bring to your appointment: All correctly filled out, unsigned documents (all signatures must be witnessed by notary) Photo identification for all parties involved Any witness or witnesses if required Notary services are limited to 3 documents per person, per visit. Services are offered by...
Teatime Reading Nook
For more information or to receive PDFs of the stories visit the Cita Dennis Hubbell Library or call 504-596-3113. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
Discussing the New Yorker
Discuss feature articles in order of appearance in this week's New Yorker Magazine . Don't have a subscription? Come by the Library to read our copy. You can also access the New Yorker and other digital magazines through the Library's digital resource Flipster. With Flipster, you can read complete..
Nixies and Nightgaunts: Dungeons and Dragons
Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
Documentary Screening
Director Robert Stone ("Oswald's Ghost," "Guerrilla: The Taking of Patty Hearst") traces the origins of the modern environmental movement through the eyes of nine Americans who propelled the movement from its beginnings in the 1950s, to its moment of triumph in 1970 with the original Earth Day, and.
Private Outreach: Lambeth House Book Program
Contact Name & Info: Jeanne Bell, jbell@lambethhouse.com Bringing books and requests to check out for seniors at Lambeth House & providing cards to use for e-resources when needed.
Love Comics? Hate Injustice?
Learn how YOU can be an ARTIVIST, while you develop skills, make connections, and build your future. Workshop includes info on Expanded ARTIVIST Series coming this summer. Summer session include meals, transportation, and a community showcase of your work! Open to teens 14-18 years of age. Register.
Writing a Will
In Partnership with Louisiana Appleseed . Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
Books & Breakfast with Kids Author Vaunda Micheaux Nelson
Registration for Books & Breakfast is recommended to help us plan supplies. Vaunda Micheaux Nelson will speak about her children's book that recounts the experience of McDonogh three, Leona Tate, Gail Etienne, and Tessie Prevost, as they desegregated McDonogh 19 Elementary School on November 14,...
SNAP Assistance
The Louisiana Department of Health can also assist with Family Independence Temporary Assistance (FiTap) and Kinship (KCSP). In partnership with the Louisiana Department of Health .
Private Outreach: Good Shepherd School
Contact Name & Info: Aime Fitzpatric, afitzpatric@gssnola.org Grade: PreK
Chlorophyll Prints
Experiment, create, or craft at this hands-on STEAM event for children ages 6 – 12. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .
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