KIDS StoryWalk® Inside

Join us for a twist on Storytime! A Storywalk® is a reading experience for families that places an illustrated children’s book, taken apart and displayed page by page, outside the library. The pages include activity prompts to encourage movement and discovery. Dates a......More

Join us for a twist on Storytime! A Storywalk® is a reading experience for families that places an illustrated children’s book, taken apart and displayed page by page, outside the library. The pages include activity prompts to encourage movement and discovery. Dates and Books 9/20 - Jedi Training 9/25 - Leaf Thief 10/9 - Pig the Pug Halloween 10/23 - I Spy Spooky Night 10/31- Book Haiku (Inside) 11/6 - I'm a Shark In the case of inclement weather, this event could be canceled, so please check our website or call the branch for updates. Children age 9 and under may not be left unattended at any program or branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library.

KIDS Frankenstein Fun - Family Drop-In Program

Zap into the library children’s section from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM for a monster-ific day! Create fang-tastic Frankenstein crafts, embark on a frightfully fun scavenger hunt, and take a spine-tingling indoor StoryWalk that’ll bring the story to life. It’s a shocking good ......More

Zap into the library children’s section from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM for a monster-ific day! Create fang-tastic Frankenstein crafts, embark on a frightfully fun scavenger hunt, and take a spine-tingling indoor StoryWalk that’ll bring the story to life. It’s a shocking good time for all little scientists and mad inventors! Family Drop-In Dates 11/6 - 5:00-7:00 PM : Shark Night 11/15 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM : Tangled Anniversary Party and Movie 11/20 - 5:00-7:00 PM : Drive-in Movie 12/11- 5:00-7:00 PM : Yule Ball 12/29 - 9:30-10:00 AM : Stuffed Animal Sleepover Children age 9 and under may not be left unattended at any program or branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library.

Checkmate Chess Club - Slidell

Unleash your inner grandmaster and the chance to meet fellow chess enthusiasts. All skill levels are welcome, so stop by and make your move towards a fun, strategic afternoon and enjoy friendly games! This event is free and open to the public.

Microsoft Word Basics

For computer users who already know how to use a mouse, manipulate windows, and type on a keyboard, Microsoft Word Basics teaches how to create and edit a document. You will learn formatting options like how to bold text, change fonts, align text, save your document, a......More

For computer users who already know how to use a mouse, manipulate windows, and type on a keyboard, Microsoft Word Basics teaches how to create and edit a document. You will learn formatting options like how to bold text, change fonts, align text, save your document, and more in this hands-on introductory class. The class is free and open to the public. Seating space is limited to adults. Registration is required. The library welcomes people of all abilities to programs. If you think you may need special accommodations, please contact us early for assistance, and we will do our best to provide the requested services. A Windows 11 computer will be provided for each participant. Can't make it to this class? To set up a one-on-one appointment to learn more about using Microsoft Word, please email Jane at [email protected] or call (985) 646-6470 x. 3.

Medicare 101

Are you turning 65 in 2025? Confused about your Medicare Health Insurance options? Have questions about the open enrollment period? The Fussell Group Insurance Advisor agents will teach the basics of Part A, B, C, and D Coverage. 

KIDS Family Storytime

Storytime Adventures Await! Calling all kids (ages 0–5) and their grownups—get ready for a story-filled fun packed with books, rhymes, and toe-tapping tunes! Bring your giggles and wiggles! Every session is a new adventure where imaginations run wild and stories come t......More

Storytime Adventures Await! Calling all kids (ages 0–5) and their grownups—get ready for a story-filled fun packed with books, rhymes, and toe-tapping tunes! Bring your giggles and wiggles! Every session is a new adventure where imaginations run wild and stories come to life. Dates & Themes 8/26 - Ducks 9/2 - Camping 9/9 - Cats 9/16 - Space 9/23 - Forest 9/30 - Monsters 10/7 - Dogs 10/14 - Bedtime 10/21 - Owls 10/28 - Ghosts 11/4 - Sharks 11/11 - Pumpkins 11/18 - Snow Children age 9 and under may not be left unattended at any program or branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library.

KIDS Play Date for Ages 0-36 Months

Come wiggle, giggle, and grow! Join us for hands-on, interactive play in a cozy early literacy space made just for babies, toddlers (ages 0–36 months), and their favorite grownups. It’s a play-full way to build early learning skills—one giggle at a time! Children age......More

Come wiggle, giggle, and grow! Join us for hands-on, interactive play in a cozy early literacy space made just for babies, toddlers (ages 0–36 months), and their favorite grownups. It’s a play-full way to build early learning skills—one giggle at a time! Children age 9 and under may not be left unattended at any program or branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library.

Teen Design Lab - Slidell

Teen Design Lab is a monthly craft event for Teens (13-18) at the Slidell branch. We will be exploring and creating art inspired by Piet Mondrian. Limit 12 Teens (13-18 years of age only) Online registration required. Prepackaged snacks will be served. Please notify t......More

Teen Design Lab is a monthly craft event for Teens (13-18) at the Slidell branch. We will be exploring and creating art inspired by Piet Mondrian. Limit 12 Teens (13-18 years of age only) Online registration required. Prepackaged snacks will be served. Please notify the Librarian of any allergies at least one week prior to the event.

KIDS StoryTots

Snuggle up for a tale-tastic time with books, bounces, rhymes, and music—all specially picked for little ones ages 0 to 36 months and their favorite grownups! StoryTots is 20 minutes of storytime magic made just for tiny tots—because it’s never too early to love a good......More

Snuggle up for a tale-tastic time with books, bounces, rhymes, and music—all specially picked for little ones ages 0 to 36 months and their favorite grownups! StoryTots is 20 minutes of storytime magic made just for tiny tots—because it’s never too early to love a good book (and a good bounce)! Dates & Themes 8/27 - Ducks 9/3 - Camping 9/10 - Cats 9/17 - Space 9/24 - Forest 9/31 - Monsters 10/8 - Dogs 10/15 - Bedtime 10/22 - Owls 10/29 - Ghosts 11/5 - Sharks 11/12 - Pumpkins 11/19 - Snow Children age 9 and under may not be left unattended at any program or branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library.

KIDS Lego Time

Get ready to stack, snap, and let your imagination click into place! Join us for a brick-tastic building adventure themed around a new idea each week—perfect for little builders ages 3 to 5 and their grownups. Bring your creativity, your curiosity, and don’t forget you......More

Get ready to stack, snap, and let your imagination click into place! Join us for a brick-tastic building adventure themed around a new idea each week—perfect for little builders ages 3 to 5 and their grownups. Bring your creativity, your curiosity, and don’t forget your camera—you’ll want to capture your mini masterpiece before it topples! It’s 45 minutes of hands-on fun where every brick tells a story! Children age 9 and under may not be left unattended at any program or branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library.

LSBA/LEAP Legal Workshop Watch Party: Public Benefits

During this presentation, a volunteer attorney with Southeast Louisiana Legal Services will discuss what you need to know about about public benefits, what you may qualify for, how to apply, and common issues. Presenters will also discuss Social Security Income benefit......More

During this presentation, a volunteer attorney with Southeast Louisiana Legal Services will discuss what you need to know about about public benefits, what you may qualify for, how to apply, and common issues. Presenters will also discuss Social Security Income benefits. After the presentation, you can ask questions, publicly, through Zoom as time allows. No lawyer will be present physically in the room to answer your personal questions. Disclaimer: The LSBA’s inclusion of a program in its programming is not to be deemed a statement or an endorsement of the views expressed therein by the LSBA or any member of the LSBA. Speakers on LSBA programs were carefully selected for their knowledge, but neither the LSBA nor the speaker warrant that the presentations or materials were free of errors, or will continue to be accurate. Statements in the presentations and their materials should be verified before relying on them. Opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect opinions of the LSBA, its sections, or committees. Views expressed are those of the authors and contributors only. PLEASE NOTE: This program will be a live broadcast via the Louisiana Lawyers in Libraries Facebook page. The library will show the presentation in the meeting room and at the end of the presentation a librarian will be there to help you speak with the presenters if you have a question. 

Teen Volunteer Club (TVC) - SLIDELL

Are you a teen in 8th - 12th grade and need volunteer hours during the school year? Attend a Teen Volunteer Club event and earn service hours, meet new friends, help the community and assist in implementing and preparing for library programs. For those in grades 8-12. ......More

Are you a teen in 8th - 12th grade and need volunteer hours during the school year? Attend a Teen Volunteer Club event and earn service hours, meet new friends, help the community and assist in implementing and preparing for library programs. For those in grades 8-12.  First time coming? Be sure to complete a Volunteer Application.  Find out more about the TVC and other ways to volunteer on our teen webpage. Registration is required, limit 8 teens.

KIDS StoryWalk® Outside

Join us for a twist on Storytime! A Storywalk® is a reading experience for families that places an illustrated children’s book, taken apart and displayed page by page, outside the library. The pages include activity prompts to encourage movement and discovery. Dates a......More

Join us for a twist on Storytime! A Storywalk® is a reading experience for families that places an illustrated children’s book, taken apart and displayed page by page, outside the library. The pages include activity prompts to encourage movement and discovery. Dates and Books 9/20 - Jedi Training 9/25 - Leaf Thief 10/9 - Pig the Pug Halloween 10/23 - I Spy Spooky Night 10/31- Book Haiku (Inside) 11/6 - I'm a Shark In the case of inclement weather, this event could be canceled, so please check our website or call the branch for updates. Children age 9 and under may not be left unattended at any program or branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library.

KIDS Shark Night - Family Drop-In Program

It’s going to be a fin-tastic time! Swim by the library between 5:00 and 7:00 PM for jawsome shark crafts, a bite-sized scavenger hunt, and a sea-sational StoryWalk. Don’t miss the chompiest drop-in event of the year - it’s sure to make waves! Famil......More

It’s going to be a fin-tastic time! Swim by the library between 5:00 and 7:00 PM for jawsome shark crafts, a bite-sized scavenger hunt, and a sea-sational StoryWalk. Don’t miss the chompiest drop-in event of the year - it’s sure to make waves! Family Drop-In Dates 11/15 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM : Tangled Anniversary Party and Movie 11/20 - 5:00-7:00 PM : Drive-in Movie 12/11- 5:00-7:00 PM : Yule Ball 12/29 - 9:30-10:00 AM : Stuffed Animal Sleepover Children age 9 and under may not be left unattended at any program or branch of the St. Tammany Parish Library.

Game On!: D&D Edition - SLIDELL

Join Ms. Abby for Game On: D&D Edition for teens (12-17) where we will embark on great adventures to fulfill quests. Every event will have a new one-shot that is meant for both beginner players and experienced players. No previous experience is required. Teens may crea......More

Join Ms. Abby for Game On: D&D Edition for teens (12-17) where we will embark on great adventures to fulfill quests. Every event will have a new one-shot that is meant for both beginner players and experienced players. No previous experience is required. Teens may create there own character. You may use DnD Beyond for your character. You must print your character or have your own device to use at the event. Ms. Abby will also have characters already made for teens to use. LIMIT: 8 teens ages 13 - 17, only please.  Online registration required. Only register for one D&D program per month, the same campaign is used for both. Games may include battle sequences and death of characters.

Getting Started with Newspaper Databases

Join us for a demonstration on how to view and search newspapers using St. Tammany Parish Library's databases. Feel free to bring a laptop, tablet, or smartphone to follow along. This presentation is free and open to the public. Seating space is limited to adults. Reg......More

Join us for a demonstration on how to view and search newspapers using St. Tammany Parish Library's databases. Feel free to bring a laptop, tablet, or smartphone to follow along. This presentation is free and open to the public. Seating space is limited to adults. Registration is required. The library welcomes people of all abilities to programs. If you think you may need special accommodations, please contact us early for assistance, and we will do our best to provide the requested services. Can't make it to this event? To set up a one-on-one appointment to learn more about using St. Tammany Parish Library's newspaper databases, please email Jane at [email protected] or call (985) 646-6470 x. 3.