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Best Buy Teen Tech Center Open House

Tomorrow · Tue, Apr 7, 6:00 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Main Library · Ages 10–17

This monthly, open-door event welcomes visitors of all ages to view what Best Buy Teen Tech Center members have been making, and to explore the teens' favorite activities, including watercolor painting, digital art (iPads), synthesizers, drums, Scratch coding cards, and karaoke. Supplies,...

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Reflections on the Louisiana Landscape

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 11, 4:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Algiers Regional Library

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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The Escape Game

233 North Peters Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

Escape room The Heist by The Escape Game New Orleans in New Orleans on worldofescapes.com. Description, photos, reviews, contacts, schedule and online booking. Groups of 2-8 players.

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Teen Volunteer Orientation

Tomorrow · Mon, Apr 6, 9:30 PM–10:30 PM UTC · Virtual Events · Ages 14–18

Meet Library staff and fellow volunteers, review rules, and learn more about upcoming volunteer opportunities. This session is intended for new and current volunteers ages 14 - 18. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out the application form . Sponsored by the Friends of the New...

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Clue Carré

830 Union Street Suite 101 New Orleans, LA 70112

Escape room The Carnival Heist by Clue Carré in New Orleans on worldofescapes.com. Description, photos, reviews, contacts, schedule and online booking. Groups of 2-8 players.

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Plant Swap

Fri, Jun 12, 5:00 AM–4:59 AM UTC · Good Hope Branch

Bring a plant clipping to swap with a neighbor! No clippings, no problem! We will have clippings available for those who don't have a plant to swap. Please avoid bringing plants affected by bugs or disease.

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Love Comics?  Hate Injustice?

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center

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.

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Playtime

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 15, 4:00 PM–4:45 PM UTC · Anderson-Foothill Branch · Ages 18+

Playing teaches children how to think, imagine, express themselves, and problem solve. One on one play with a trusted adult fosters relationships and builds literacy skills. Play is one of the primary ways young children learn about how the world works and learn to put their thoughts into words. So.

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Robotics Workshop for Tweens

In 3 weeks · Sat, Apr 25, 7:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Robert E. Smith Library · Ages 9–12

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 .

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Teen Volunteer Opportunity: Reading Buddies x Wee Write

In 3 days · Wed, Apr 8, 9:45 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center · Ages 10–17

Teens in grades 8 - 12 may sign up to volunteer as a Big Reading Buddy this fall to help early readers (in grades K - 2) become more independent readers. Light dinner will be served. Big Reading Buddies are asked to commit to attending all 6 sessions on the following Wednesday evenings: 3/4...

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Teen Volunteer Day

In 2 days · Tue, Apr 7, 9:00 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Mid-City Library · Ages 14–18

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: Preschool Edition

Thu, May 28, 3:30 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Robert E. Smith Library · Ages Up to 5

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 .

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Virtual Author Talk: Jason Reynolds

In 4 weeks · Thu, Apr 30, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Virtual Events

Before Coach was the man who gave caring yet firm-handed guidance to Ghost, Lu, Patina, and Sunny on the Defenders track team, he was little Otie Brody, who was obsessed with Mr. 9.99 (a.k.a. Carl Lewis) and Marty McFly from Back to the Future. Like Mr. 9.99—and his own dad—Otie is a...

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Community Artmaking by Whole Village Art Therapy

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 11, 5:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Nora Navra 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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Chess Club for Kids

Thu, May 28, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Cita Dennis Hubbell Library · Ages 6–12

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 .

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Art Smarts: Recycled Sculpture

In 2 weeks · Tue, Apr 21, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Robert E. Smith Library

Celebrate Earth Day by learning about the sculptor El Anatsui. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .

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Storytime

Fri, May 29, 3:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Barr Library Branch — Children’s Area

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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Plant Swap

Wed, Jun 10, 5:00 AM–4:59 AM UTC · Good Hope Branch

Bring a plant clipping to swap with a neighbor! No clippings, no problem! We will have clippings available for those who don't have a plant to swap. Please avoid bringing plants affected by bugs or disease.

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Playtime

In 4 weeks · Fri, May 1, 3:00 PM–5:00 PM UTC · Sweet Branch · Ages 18+

Playing teaches children how to think, imagine, express themselves, and problem solve. One on one play with a trusted adult fosters relationships and builds literacy skills. Play is one of the primary ways young children learn about how the world works and learn to put their thoughts into words. So.

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Art Smarts: Bead Design Challenge

In 2 days · Tue, Apr 7, 9:00 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Robert E. Smith Library

Use Perler beads to explore symmetry in nature and art. Sponsored by the Friends of the New Orleans Public Library .

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Baby Storytime

Sat, Jun 13, 3:30 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Orlando Public Library · Ages Up to 5

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.

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Cuentos y canciones

In 4 weeks · Sat, May 2, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Central City 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 .

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Evening Storytime

In 1 week · Tue, Apr 14, 9:30 PM–10:00 PM UTC · Central Library · Ages Up to 36

Move, sing, read, and play in this interactive storytime for babies, toddlers and their caregivers. Recommended for ages 0 to 36 months.

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