Things to Do This Weekend in Metairie

Discover events, activities, and fun things happening this weekend in Metairie. Family-friendly, outdoor, and free options.

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Notary Public Services

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 3:00 PM–3:45 PM UTC · Keller Library

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...

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Sensory Saturday

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Keller Library

This smaller, adaptive storytime is inclusive and accessible to all, including children who are physically and developmentally aged 2 - 5 years old. This program is designed to help children explore their senses and learn in a way that is both fun and engaging, through stories, sensory bins, and...

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Blue House Music

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 3:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Main Library

Blue House Music is a program for caregivers and children ages birth - 5 years old that encourages healthy development through meaningful experiences. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .

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Reflections on the Louisiana Landscape

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 4:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Algiers Regional

Reflect on and write about the Louisiana landscape in all its forms. One Book One New Orleans and Alison Pelegrin, former Louisiana Poet Laureate and creator of the Lifelines Poetry Project, have created programming inspired by the collection You Are Here: Poetry in the Natural World , edited by...

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LPO's Musical Story Hour

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 3:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Latter Library

The spring series includes: March: Cellist Manuel Papale will accompany a reading of Barbara S. Garriel's I Know a Shy Fellow Who Swallowed a Cello . April: Violist Amelia Clingman will accompany a reading of Tomie dePaola's Strega Nona. May: Violist Sixto Franco will accompany a reading of Yuyi...

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Community Artmaking by Whole Village Art Therapy

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 5:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Main Library · Ages 18+

Children must be accompanied by an adult, but adults are welcome to come without children. Whole Village Art Therapy, Inc . is a non-profit organization that provides high quality, community based art therapy services to improve access and reduce systemic barriers to mental health services in New...

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Bywater Book Club

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Main Library

Upcoming selections: February: The Ghosts of Gwendolyn Montgomery by Clarence Haynes March: Klara and the sun by Ishiguro, Kazuo April: Cursed Daughters by Oyinkan Braithwaite May: Horse by Geraldine Brooks This is a recurring program. The Bywater Book Club meets the second Saturday of the month...

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GenFest 2026

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 3:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Main Library

With each year, GenFest gets bigger and better. This year, we get back to basics with programs designed to help you get started with your genealogy research and how to pass your work along to the next generation. We will feature four great speakers, including City Archives & Special Collections...

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Little Stompers: Big Easy Rascals

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 3:15 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Algiers Regional

Little Stompers invites families on a journey through the rich cultural traditions that gave birth to the city’s iconic sound. Over six weeks, children and caregivers will explore rhythms, melodies, and movement rooted in African and European musical heritage — from the beats of Congo...

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Pequeñas creaciones / Small Creations: Esculpir en arcilla

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Main Library · Ages 6–12

Sculpt and practice your Spanish. This program is for Spanish-speaking kids ages 6 - 12 and their families. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library . This is a recurring program. It takes place the first Saturday of the month, unless otherwise noted. / Este es un programa...

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Storytime

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Algiers Regional

Stories, songs, and more! Ideal for ages 6 and under. Sensory Considerations: Potential for close proximity/shared space with other participants Some bright colors and loud noises. Includes singing and clapping. For accessibility accommodations, please call 314-241-2288.

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Playtime

In 5 days · Sun, Apr 12, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Main Library · Ages 18+

Tune in, Talk More, Take Turns! Conéctese, Converse Más, Comparta Turnos! Playtime is an unstructured time to play with toys and make new friends! Come and go as you please for this informal event. Playing teaches children how to think, imagine, express themselves, and problem solve...

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Little Stompers: Mardi Gras Mambos

In 3 days · Sat, Apr 11, 4:15 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Algiers Regional

Little Stompers invites families on a journey through the rich cultural traditions that gave birth to the city’s iconic sound. Over six weeks, children and caregivers will explore rhythms, melodies, and movement rooted in African and European musical heritage — from the beats of Congo...

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Just Write: Virtual Creative Writing Workshop

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Main Library

This monthly virtual creative writing workshop is mixed genre and mixed level. Novice and experienced writers are welcome, and all forms of creative expression are valued. Participants are invited to submit one piece of writing per workshop meeting of up to 1500 words in length. At each meeting,...

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Cuentos y canciones

In 4 days · Sat, Apr 11, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Main Library

This event is open to children 6 - 12 years of age and their families. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .