Summer Camps 2020 for NOLA & the Northshore

We’re living in a strange and surreal time, aren’t we? As COVID-19 restrictions begin to ease a bit, everyone is having to decide if and how to do summer camp. Some major facilities and organizations — like Audubon Zoo & NOMA — have opted to cancel altogether, some have implemented special safety rules & protocols, […]

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Reopen for Business: Family Fun on Both Shores

Little by little, and with an abundance of safety and special protocols in place to protect staff and the public from the COVID-19 virus, South Louisiana’s parks and attractions are cautiously opening back up for business. This is great news for families who have gotten a bit stir crazy under quarantine conditions — but it […]

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LIVE & LOCAL: Virtual Events & Activities for New Orleans & The Northshore

While our BUSY BRAINS blog post provides an enormous list of global virtual field trips, tours, online activities, and educational resources — we wanted to give you some options closer to home. Ready to get live & local from the comfort of your own home? We’ve put together a list of the best online special […]

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Coronavirus Central: Vital Resources for Both Shores & Beyond

These are very unsettling times, but we want to help in whatever small way we can. We’ve pulled together some very important and helpful links to cover questions and address issues including education and childcare, food assistance, unemployment and financial resources, and general information from school boards and local, state, and national governments. Hang in […]

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BUSY BRAINS: Stimulating Online Resources for Kids of All Ages

School closures and social distancing are going to present us with plenty of challenges in the coming weeks  — but keeping the kids mentally active doesn’t have to be one of them. We’ve pulled together a slew of online resources to keep kids from Pre-K to teen (and beyond!) engaged and even entertained! From virtual […]

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Cure for Cabin Fever: Indoor Family Fun on Both Shores

Winter in South Louisiana can be a mixed bag. One day you might be in flip flops, the next you’re prepping people, pipes, and pets for a frost warning! For those chilly days — or any given rainy day — when your crew is getting stir crazy, it’s nice to have plenty of options. Luckily, […]

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HOLIDAY HULLABALOO: 100 Events on Both Shores & Beyond

The holidays are finally here! And since we’re lucky to live in this incredibly festive region, as always, there is a dizzying array of events and activities to get you into the spirit. From New Orleans to the Northshore to the West Bank to the River Parishes, we’ve pulled together as many family-friendly Christmas, Chanukah, […]

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Giving Thanks & Giving Back: Worthy Charities on Both Shores

The holiday season is almost upon us, and most of us will soon be enjoying fun, fellowship, and feasts with our families and friends. This is the perfect time to reflect on all the blessings we often take for granted, and pass on the spirit of gratitude to our children. If we help them to […]

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