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What Teachers Really Want For Gifts

April 24, 2026 Cara 0

It’s the end of the year, and Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4 through May 8, 2026, which means all the blog posts about what to get teachers for gifts are popping up all over the place. However, most of them are full of knick-knacks and things that I, as […]

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New Orleans Inspired Grill Recipes You Can Make

April 20, 2026 Cara 0

This time of year makes me want to fire up the grill and cook all the things! Seafood, steak, veggies, and even fruit – everything tastes better on the grill. Not only does it taste better, but the last thing I want during the summer is to heat the house […]

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Fun Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: April 17-19, 2026

April 17, 2026 Cara 0

It’s French Quarter Fest weekend! There is also the big book sale at the Pontchartrain Center and at the Latter Library in New Orleans for book lovers. The Food Truck Festival in Gretna and lots of fun storytimes around town. Here are all of the fun things you can do […]

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2026 Jefferson Parish Summer Camp Guide Sponsored by School of Rock

April 8, 2026 Cara 0

Summer is just around the corner. Have you chosen a summer camp experience for your child yet? If you haven’t, that’s ok, we’re here to help with the 2026 Jefferson Parish Summer Camp Guide sponsored by the School of Rock! School of Rock – Metairie Use code JPP2026 for 15% […]

Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: April 4 & 5

April 3, 2026 Cara 0

Happy Easter! There are a TON of egg hunts this weekend, the library has a few fun storytimes, and there is a Food Truck Fest in Westwego if you’re looking for something to do. Here are all the fun things you can do in Jefferson Parish and beyond this weekend: […]

Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: March 28 and 29, 2026

March 27, 2026 Cara 0

Lots of egg hunts and Easter Bunny sightings this weekend! Plus, the spring festival season is heating up, giving us so many fun events to choose from this weekend! Here are all the things you can do in Jefferson Parish and beyond this weekend: March 28 and 29, 2026. This […]

Weekend Fun Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: March 20-22, 2026

March 20, 2026 Cara 0

There is A LOT going on this weekend. There are only a few more weeks of Lenten Fish Frys, the Easter Bunny is starting to hop all over down, there is a crawfish cookoff in Marrero, a Seafood Fest in Bucktown, and the Irish-Italian Parade in Metairie on Sunday! Here […]

Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: March 13-15, 2026

March 12, 2026 Cara 0

This weekend starts with more Lenten Fish Frys and ends with catching cabbage and other veggies! If parades aren’t your thing, NOLA Book Fest is going on all weekend at Tulane University with Family Day on Sunday, Disney’s Frozen the Musical is going on at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center, […]

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Celebrate Strawberry Season in Louisiana: The Best Spring Recipes with Fresh Strawberries

March 11, 2026 Cara 0

It’s officially strawberry season here, and fresh Ponchatoula strawberries are showing up at farmers markets all over Jefferson Parish! To help you enjoy every last bite, I’ve rounded up the best strawberry recipes for every part of your day, from breakfasts to savory surprises you might not expect, and everything […]

15 and Pregnant – Teen Pregnancy Resources for New Orleans Area Teens

March 11, 2026 Guest 0

This is a guest post written by Tammy. Tammy grew up in New Orleans and graduated from the University of New Orleans with her Master’s in Special Education. She taught in elementary schools in the Greater New Orleans area for ten years. Tammy is currently living in Tennessee with her […]

Year: 2026

What Teachers Really Want For Gifts

New Orleans Inspired Grill Recipes You Can Make

Fun Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: April 17-19, 2026

2026 Jefferson Parish Summer Camp Guide Sponsored by School of Rock

Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: April 4 & 5

Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: March 28 and 29, 2026

Weekend Fun Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: March 20-22, 2026

Things to Do In Jefferson Parish This Weekend: March 13-15, 2026

Celebrate Strawberry Season in Louisiana: The Best Spring Recipes with Fresh Strawberries

15 and Pregnant – Teen Pregnancy Resources for New Orleans Area Teens

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