It’s been a challenging couple of years, so if you’ve made it through with your sanity, it’s definitely time to celebrate! Many special holiday events that were cancelled last year due to the pandemic have returned. We’ve searched high and low for as many festivities to celebrate Christmas, Chanukah, and New/Noon Year’s Eve as we […]
read moreSeriously, another disrupted school year? First the pandemic re-surged with a vengeance, then Hurricane Ida came along. Stress and uncertainty abound, and while getting back on track academically is going to be a challenge for many kids, there’s no need to go it alone. As schools reopen, if you feel your child is struggling, or […]
read moreIt’s so nice to be able to get out and about this summer after a crazy covid year! If you and the kiddos are getting stir crazy, we’ve got super fun options to suit any mood, energy level, or weather conditions. Whether you want want outdoor water fun, indoor leisurely fun, or indoor high-octane fun […]
read moreIf the pandemic, your work schedule, or financial constraints are preventing you from planning some fabulous spring break or summer getaway with the kids this year, don’t fret! We’re so lucky to live in Southeast Louisiana, a region that’s loaded with super cool staycation opportunities — including some old favorites, and maybe some you’ve never […]
read moreWhat a year, what a winter. Raise your hand if you’re ready for summer! The pandemic has certainly been difficult to navigate, especially for parents, but the good news is that many facilities and organizations have figured out how to be Covid-safe — and that includes summer camps. No doubt, all of our kids are […]
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Yes, it’s a huge bummer that we’re not going to have parades this year, but you can’t cancel Mardi Gras! The spirit and creativity of the people of South Louisiana are strong and vivid, so the party will go on — just in a bit of a different fashion. We’ve pulled together a bunch of […]
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Whether it’s too darn cold out to leave the house, you don’t feel like hassling with in-person interactions, or you’re exercising extra caution during the pandemic, we’ve got plenty of LOCAL virtual classes, activities, events, tours & resources to keep you and the kiddos entertained this winter. (And for an enormous list of global virtual […]
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Like everything else, the pandemic is making the holidays extra challenging this year, but where there’s a will — and holiday spirit — there’s a way! While some old standard events have been cancelled or altered this year, as you’ll see by this list, there are still many, many ways to celebrate the season on […]
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Every year, we put together a list of great local charities just ahead of the holiday season — in the spirit of giving thanks and giving back — but this year, the situation is more dire. Between Covid-19 and the hurricanes, even more people in Louisiana are in need of assistance — and many charitable […]
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There’s no getting around it. Our fall and winter holidays are going to be a bit of a challenge this year, thanks to the relentless pandemic, but fear not — all is not lost. While many old favorites will not be happening or will look very different in 2020, there’s still plenty to do to […]
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