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Deck Out Your Dorm
Couple Vacations & Why They’re Important
Top 5 All-Inclusive Resorts for the Family
How to Avoid Raising an Entitled Child
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Mom About Town
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VACAYS, HERE WE COME
Well, we survived the school year; all kids passed and are moving to the next grade. It’s a little bittersweet because it will be the boys’ last year in the elementary building at school. I have made so many friends in those hallways with other moms, and I haven’t met a teacher I didn’t love. With summer break finally here, I was hoping to slow down because I feel like we run circles all school year. This summer, I’ve preplanned a little better for camps and vacations, including a Dance Nationals trip. I feel like as I get older, all I want to do is travel, but with three kids, my bank account tells me no! However, we still make it work. We have our annual family beach trip after the recital booked. Then we come back for a little bit before heading to Nationals in Pensacola, come back home again for a few weeks, and then we are off to Texas for some fun at a water park. We always end our summers with our annual Foreman/Clarks Orange Beach trip the last week of July. We are busy peeps this summer. I’ve tried to throw a Denver trip in, but I am still trying to convince my husband. I mean, we do have an office there, so it does make sense. And Denver is fun year-round. The one thing I haven’t planned for this summer is any downtime for the family. I feel like we are going to be nonstop. I am also getting to the stage where I am starting to really freak out. My daughter has three years left in high school before she goes to college, and I might be overcompensating so I can get as much time in as possible before my children are gone. Oh, well. My husband always says, “work hard and play hard.” So, I am going to take his motto for this summer and stop feeling guilty. Happy summer and safe travels! Love,
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SUMMER FUN AT THE LIBRARY
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Travel with your family in your own city this summer on the cheap, using the New Orleans Public Library’s Culture Pass program. This service allows Orleans Parish residents and Library cardholders to visit a variety of attractions across the city for free. Culture Pass Partners include: The Audubon Nature Institute (the zoo and aquarium!), the Museum of the Southern Jewish Experience, Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses, National WWII Museum, New Canal Lighthouse Museum, New Orleans Museum of Art, Ogden Museum of Southern Art. Passes for all partner organizations admit two
adults and up to seven children, depending on the location. All Culture Pass partners require advance reservation for admission. Passes can be reserved online at culturepass. nolalibrary.org. Staff at all Library locations can also help you book a ticket. Just call or stop by your local Library for assistance. If you’re craving sights further away from home, check out these books sure to inspire the travel bug in your family: Children: Expose your young ones to the beauty of their own country with Stefanie Payne’s National Parks: Discover all 62 parks of the United States .
For each park, readers will discover special features that make them unique, like hidden caves, rare plants, or endangered species living there. From the geysers of Yellowstone to the ancient rock formations of Arches, your family will love exploring the natural wonder of the United States, no matter where you are. Middle Grade: For kids itching to immerse themselves in other cultures, try out The Travel Book: A journey through every country in the world by Malcolm Croft . With this updated second edition, this best-seller now features the entire globe with full pages dedicated to every independent country. Between its maps, full-color
photographs, original art, and accessible text, this much-loved book is sure to inspire the next generation of world travelers. Young Adult: If your teen is an anime fiend that lives for all things Japanese, they’re sure to love Evangeline Neo’s A Manga Lover’s Tokyo Travel Guide . This charming graphic novel includes humorous drawings and stories that are as useful as they are entertaining. Teens who can’t quite get to Japan just yet can take a peek into modern Japanese culture with this amusing and
We Came, We Saw, We Left: A Family Gap Year by Charlie Wheelan , parents can get a first-person take on what it’s like to actually do what so many dream of: packing up your family and quitting real life for a year. In a pre-COVID world, the Wheelans did just that. This book offers a balance of “how-to” and “how-not- to,” sprinkled in between Wheelan’s observations of the world. The family of five–including three teenagers–spent a total of nine months traveling across six continents. Depending on the person, this book will either inspire envy or a deep sense of appreciation of home. Either way, it’s worth a read.
unique book. Parents:
Traveling with kids can be daunting, but attractive. In
Kacy Helwick is the youth collection development librarian for the New Orleans Public Library’s collections and acquisitions department. Marie Simoneaux is the media and communications coordinator for the New Orleans Public Library.
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spotlight
NOLABEE’S AWARENESS JAMMIES
By Sarah Batrous
Summer McCune was born and raised in St. Charles Parish and has always had an affinity for the arts. She is a double major graduate from LSU’s Fine Arts College where she majored in Ceramics and Sculpture and obtained a minor in Art History. She began a nine-year-long career in teaching as a talented art teacher, married her high school sweetheart with whom she has three children, and, of course, started NolaBee. NolaBee was originally her creative outlet outside of teaching where she could sell her art, but after the birth of her youngest child Adler, this would soon change. For the first 13-14 months of her life, Adler was in constant pain from a cow milk allergy. Later Adler was suffering from a feeding aversion, or pediatric feeding disorder, that soon became bottle aversion, making mealtime a battle. Poor Adler continued to worsen, beginning to cry whenever she would see the bottle or be put into the feeding position. Since McCune was the only person her daughter would begrudgingly trust to feed her, she had to resign from teaching. “It was a constant struggle around the clock to get her to eat,” shares McCune. “I ended up landing on dream feeding which is when you feed them in a drowsy state or when they’re completely sleeping. I did that for three months of her life and it was very, very hard because I would go to medical professionals looking for help and nobody really had much to offer.” While she didn’t find the support she needed in the medical field, McCune harbors no ill will for them, understanding that they were just as puzzled as she was. Soon, McCune was suffering from depression and crying with her daughter during feedings. When it felt like all hope was
lost, Adler’s condition started to improve and she began eating more regularly. As she thought back about how sparse resources were and how unfair it was to have such little support despite knowing that there were others out there with children who suffered from feeding aversions, McCune wanted to figure out how to raise awareness and share Adler’s story. She soon realized that NolaBee was going to be her saving grace. The idea for the awareness jammies itself was simple. Who doesn’t love adorable pajamas for their equally adorable baby? And who would say no to having a symbol of awareness for feeding aversions on the pajamas as well? McCune already knew what the perfect design on the pajamas would look like, which she created herself. “Adler’s pattern is inspired from ‘Five Little Speckled Frogs’ because it was our saving grace during refusals and would be the only card we could pull to get her to calm down,” says McCune. “It has a NOLA spin on it with the ‘yum yum’ and fleur-de-lis on the frogs.” McCune was inspired to make these jammies into something bigger that would hopefully help other parents and their children facing similar issues. Each collection that McCune produces raises awareness for different pediatric conditions, and each pattern holds a special meaning to the child.
With each pajama comes a story list that explains what the condition or disability is, tells the story of the child, and other information and resources. With all the information provided, she hopes this will allow children to become “friends with complete strangers” by sharing these stories and making connections through her art. Now, she has multiple pajama collections and even more in the works, including one that honors her little sister, Riley. Riley was born with spina bifida and scoliosis, resulting in her needing 13 major back surgeries in her life. The sisters ended up spending a lot of time at Children’s Hospital New Orleans, so to honor the doctors, nurses, specialists, and her sister, McCune will donate a portion of her earnings annually to the hospital. As a one-woman show and a mom of three, you can imagine how busy McCune may be, but she is taking each day with stride. She welcomes families to submit their stories for the awareness jammies as she hopes to make a variety of collections for different pediatric afflictions. As she begins to fine-tune her process, she hopes to release more collections soon. To keep up with McCune and NolaBee’s future endeavors, visit nolabeemade.com or NolaBee’s Facebook and Instagram pages.
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mom about town
THINGS I’M LOVING RIGHT NOW 5
New Orleans native and Executive Coach Julie Couret loves impacting organizations by the coaching and training she provides company leadership teams. Julie is one of the most well respected Executive Coaches in our region and is looking forward to leading her CEO Peer Group Retreat in Cancun this Fall. When she’s not coaching, she is living her best life as Mom to Emma Mae, 12, and Helen, 10, and partner to Tom Kleinpeter. JULIE COURET
GLAMPING
MY BUSINESS
Tom and I love GLAMPING! You get the full camping experience while still sleeping on a bed in a spacious tent! Hot or cool weather, our favorite spot to share is around the campfire. GIRLS’ TRIPS
I eliminate workplace conflict and give leaders peace of mind. Whether I’m speaking on stage, coaching behind closed doors, or leading a large scale training, I am honored every time leaders trust me to improve their organization.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES We love spending our summers outside on the water by renting a Cabana for a day at the Cool Zoo, tubing the Boguehitto River or, beaching at Bay St. Louis, MS. My mom, daughters, and I take a trip every summer together. We road trip to our favorite places such as Highlands, NC, Helen GA., or Walt Disney World. There is something nostalgic about piling in the car with snacks all together.
VOLUNTEERING
It is important to me that my children have a passion for philanthropy and live a spirit of selflessness. We demonstrate this with our passion for our neighboring communities. We champion for family rallies to respond to small and large disasters. When Ida hit, we spent 30 days straight responding.
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Wanting to spruce up your dorm room come the fall semester? Arrive in style with these tips. Deck Out Your Dorm By Sarah Batrous
Seating and Comfy Items There are plenty of seating options that can be tucked away beneath your bed or in a corner. Bean bag chairs have come a long way since the early 2000s, and you’ll be pleased to know that the classic egg-shaped blob you’re used to is no longer the norm. Bean bag chairs can come in armchair and couch shapes as well as elongated, massive pillows. Saucer chairs, miniature futons and loveseats, themed cushion sofas, and more offer a variety of colors that can liven up your dorm. If traditional seating isn’t your thing, oversized cushions, poufs, ottomans, and footrests can fulfill your sitting room needs.
Toiletries Since you’re likely sharing a bathroom with other students, being able to carry all your toiletries in and out is going to be huge for you. A mesh bag-style shower caddy will keep you organized and can look cute sitting on your desk or tucked away. For bathroom-related storage within your dorm, a stationary storage drawer (or one on wheels) will help you store your products and give you easy access. If you’re lucky, sharing an over-door hanging storage shelf with your roomie can be a great compromise in a pinch.
Bedding Most dorm beds fit Twin XL bedding, and while this may seem limiting, there are loads of design choices to choose from. Texture and color are key when it comes to your bed in such a small space. Choosing a neutral color for your sheets and bedspread but going wild with the colors, shapes, sizes, and textures of your pillowcases and extra pillows can liven up your space while keeping it cozy. Adding in a funky patterned throw blanket can also enrich the look.
Decor and Storage Decorating your dorm is where the fun begins, and there are plenty of ways to do this. For the memory makers, a photo wall is easy to have shipped to you through websites like Shutterfly that can create a collage for you. If you’re really into polaroids, a corkboard organizer or clip photo holder can easily display your photographs. As for staying tidy, you’re going to need plenty of compact storage as the clutter adds up. This makes stackable storage bins, shoe racks, and cube bins your best friends for the next few years.
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Couple Vacations & Why They’re Important By Sarah Batrous
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Keeping your marriage afloat while you juggle kids, work, family obligations, and more can be quite the feat for you and your S.O. When you’re both stressed out and sacrificing sleep (and sanity) in favor of sneaking your emergency stash of snacks out of their hiding spot well after midnight, it’s time to consider going on a vacation. No, no, a vacation without the little ones.
packed as you would like, including activities that you would otherwise be unable to do with the kids tagging along. It’s Okay to Want a Break Now that you’re dreaming of having some time away, you might be feeling a bit guilty about it. You love your kids, and you’re probably thinking about how cruel it would be to take a vacation without them, but trust me when I say they’ll be alright and you will be, too. It’s perfectly normal to be fed up with your day-to-day life, and that includes being tired of having to corral your children, manage meal times, and get everyone to wherever they need to be each day. Understand that taking a vacation with your partner is a needed part of keeping your cool as a parent. Being high-strung, stressed, and overworked will run you down, and you won’t be able to be the parent you want to be and your children need you to be. Follow the 2-2-2 Rule This relationship-saving rule first appeared in a thread on a Reddit forum in 2015 where a user
Think of the Benefits Let’s be real here. When you bring the entire family on vacation, you pile the car high with the kids’ luggage, their pillows, their blankets, and a mountain of toys they “just can’t bear to leave behind” for the trip. When it’s just the two of you, it’s smooth sailing. You have room for your pillows, blankets, favorite travel snacks, and maybe even an ice chest without having to slim down your luggage to make it all fit. Another benefit to taking a vacation together is being able to have your own privacy and space. Can you remember the last time you had space to sleep comfortably not squished up between kids, pets, or your partner? If you score a hotel room with two queen beds, what’s stopping you two from having your own bed to starfish in? Beyond having your own space and privacy, without having to worry about children means you can sleep in, miss the continental breakfast entirely, and splurge on your favorite breakfast, brunch, or lunch option instead. You will have plenty of time to create an itinerary as lax or
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Need Some Destination Ideas? • St. Francisville, LA • Mandeville, LA
claimed that planning a date night every two weeks, a weekend away from home every two months, and a week away every two years was the perfect way to reconnect with their partner while having time to relax. Recently, this rule has made a comeback on social media as a proposed “key to a happy marriage” with couples mentioning having set nights and plans to date their spouse reignited their marriage and helped them check in with each other before more serious problems could arise. Luckily, date nights and weekends away don’t have to be complicated, and many successful plans can be accomplished fairly close to home without breaking the budget. There’s Research To Back It Up If you’re still not convinced, take it from the U.S. Travel Association, which conducted a 2015 study of both married and unmarried couples and how they feel traveling together helped their relationships and their individual health. Two-thirds or 67 percent of respondents believed that at least one key aspect of their
relationship improved after their getaway, and 68 percent believed that leisure travel is “a necessary component of maintaining a healthy relationship.” The survey found a sizable amount of supporting data that showed taking the time to travel on either a short weekend trip or a long-term vacation helped rekindle long-term relationships because it gave these couples time together to reconnect, be intimate, and re-explore romance. Overall, they found that couples agreed these trips helped them build or rebuild, maintain, and improve their relationships with the survey finding “a positive correlation between high relationship satisfaction and using travel to improve romance: 65 percent of those who are very satisfied with their relationships believe that a vacation or weekend getaway is an important way to spark romance.” All-in-all, setting aside the time to have a vacation might be just what you and your spouse need, and no matter where you go, you’re bound to have a good time in each other’s company. So, plan your stay, pack your bags, and hit the road. You deserve it!
• Hot Springs, AR • Little Rock, AR
• Biloxi, MS • Greenwood, MS
• Dauphin Island, AL • Gulf Shores, AL
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TOP5 All-Inclusive Resorts for the Family
By Emily Drez Where do you want your next family vacation to be, and why should it be at an all-inclusive resort? The term “resort” sounds expensive, but “all-inclusive” means you are paying for more than just your room; your fee will include most food and on-site activities as well! You won’t even have to leave the resort to find something to do. So, here’s a list of some of the best all-inclusive resorts, ranging from cabins deep in the wilderness to rooms with stunning ocean views. Happy traveling!
Head north to The Ranch at Rock Creek in Philipsburg, Montana for an all- inclusive ranch experience. Nestled in the wilderness are 29 luxurious accommodations between glamping cabins, granite lodges, historic barns, and luxury homes. So, whether you have a party of two or are embarking on the family trip of a lifetime, your lodging will be the perfect getaway for everyone included. It will include housekeeping services, beverages, snacks, WiFi, bathroom kits, linens, robes, and slippers. You don’t even have to leave the perimeters to make the most out of your vacation! Twice-daily activities are included in your reservation as well: archery, fly fishing, mountain biking, horseback riding, and more. Even the dining venues beg you not to venture
too far away. From Friday morning Cowboy Breakfast at Piney Pond to s’mores roasting at the Granite Lodge Flagstone, you’ll have every meal and snack covered as you explore the grounds. Veer northeast to South Casco, Maine where you will find Migis Lodge on Sebago Lake . This Full American Plan resort includes all meals and activities in its per-person rates. The rates require at least a two-person minimum, depending on your lodging. You and your family have 8 deluxe rooms and 35 private cottages to choose from, all of which come with views of the lake, warm, wooden interiors, housekeeping services, TV and wireless internet, and even firewood that’s delivered daily. Activities range from waterskiing, canoeing, and kayaking,
•The Ranch at Rock Creek
•Migis Lodge on Sebago Lake
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to tennis, golf, and disc golf. The younger ones in your crew have options as well! There is a Kids Camp for children ages four-six and an Adventure Camp for those seven and older. Camp counselors will be at both camps to guide your children through exciting activities, nature walks, arts and crafts, swimming, and more. And, for the whole family, there is Wednesday night Bingo, Thursday night bonfires, and twice-weekly cruises on Tykona Lake. At the end of the day, don’t forget to take advantage of your dining opportunities. Make your next beach destination Sandpiper Bay Resort at Port St. Lucie, Florida. Your full-service experience includes spacious rooms for your family, multiple food and beverage options, and nonstop fun. Get breakfast at the marketplace before choosing an activity or two for the day’s adventure. Beginners and experts alike can play tennis, basketball, soccer, volleyball, mini golf, and more; you can also do water sports such as jet skiing and tubing and go on one of many tours of the turquoise Floridian waters. Your littles will have a space at the resort, too! The Infant Club hosts children ages 4-23 months; your two-year old can join the Two’s Club; kids ages 4-10 are welcome to the Kid’s Club; and adolescents ages 11-17 can join the Altitude 27 Club. If you want to enjoy a date night during your stay, no worries! The Pajama Club for kids ages 4-10 will watch over your children as late as 10 p.m. So, put your swimsuits on and enjoy your stay. If you’re less about luxury and more about the land,
Camp Denali in Alaska’s Denali National Park awaits you. Your unique experience begins before you even get to the camp, as you will arrive at the Denali Visitor Center and take a scenic, 55-minute flight to the camp. From there, your all-inclusive trip covers lodging, all meals, the National Park entry fee, guided hiking and evening tours, and outdoor gear such as bikes, canoes, and fishing equipment. The guided outings are organized by level of physical activity (strenuous, moderate, and easy), so anyone can enjoy the Alaskan tundra. When you stop to eat, all your food will be Alaskan meat and produce either from Camp Denali’s onsite greenhouse or from a local farm, so your experience at the camp will be completely immersive. Get your passports ready for Hard Rock: Riviera Maya in Mexico! Here your all-inclusive stay will feature bright blue Caribbean waters and white sandy beaches–but, of course, that’s not all. Pick a room or a suite and indulge in its luxurious accommodations such as a hydro spa bathtub, a balcony with a hammock, room service, and more. Right outside your room are a private beach, a natural sea cove, and three pools. Kids can make a splash in the Zero Entry Kids’ Pool and join the Roxity Kids Club for daily activities. The whole family can have a blast at the Rockaway Bay Water Park, home of awesome, world-class waterslides. For an extra fee, you can go on an unforgettable tour at Riviera Maya, like taking a journey through the beautiful Cenote to play with the dolphins or snorkeling in the Caribbean.
•Sandpiper Bay Resort
•Camp Denali
•Hard Rock: Riviera Maya
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How to Avoid Raising an Entitled Child By Austria Cohn Photo by Kleinpeter Photography
We’ve all been there, walking down the aisle at t he local grocery store, when our oh-so-happy, smiling toddler asks for a lollipop, and we tell them no. When our toddler’s face goes red, and they begin yelling at the top of their lungs in the candy aisle, we start feeling frustrated, embarrassed, or annoyed because this is not the first and possibly not the last time. It definitely feels easier to give them the sucker and move on, but the long-term effect might result in an entitled child. When our babies go to school or spend the night at a friend’s house for a sleepover, we want them to be kind, respectful, and listen. Here are ways to prevent entitled behavior and how to handle the lollipop situation in a way that won’t lead to entitlement.
“Much of the trend toward entitlement stems from a parent’s desire to create a perfect environment for their child,” Dr. Braden says. “Unfortunately, this promotes an unrealistic view of life in which children are not required to solve a problem because the parent ‘fixes’ everything.” 1. Saying No and Setting Boundaries Telling your child “no,” especially when they’re having a meltdown, is key to avoiding entitled children. After a child has settled down after a tantrum, talk with them about their behavior and help them understand why screaming in the candy aisle is not allowed. “Parents cannot be a child’s friend but need to parent them by directing them to be more self-
What is Entitlement? “The idea that no one should lose or fail or be given a consequence has set up an unrealistic view of what navigating life is all about,” says Dr. Marcia Braden, a licensed psychologist. “Unfortunately, these children have trouble taking responsibility for their actions and tend to blame others for their mistakes and failures because they have been conditioned to believe they are entitled to a perfect life with positive outcomes.” An example of entitled behavior in older children is after opening all their Christmas presents, they complain about not getting a new iPhone or game console. The reasoning behind the complaints can be anything, but the most common is, “Everyone else in my class has one, so why can’t I?”
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reliant and eventually self-sufficient adults,” Dr. Braden says. Additionally, explaining to a child why they can’t have something is essential. The common phrase “because I said so” is acceptable as a last resort. When you tell your child they can’t have something, explain why you are saying no. Saying “no” to a child goes hand in hand with setting boundaries. Setting clear boundaries with a child makes it easier for them to understand what’s okay and what’s not. For example, a boundary with a child is they cannot have a sucker every time they are at the grocery store. Instead, they can choose a toy or sucker after a doctor’s or dentist’s appointment. “Kids, as we know, are not known for being patient, but it’s a good idea to teach them to wait for things,” says Katherine Dilzell, a parent educator with the Parenting Center at Children’s Hospital New Orleans. “Wait for a holiday or birthday, and then they could get things they really want. But not necessarily giving in immediately to every little thing they want.” Another way to prevent entitled behavior is by having a system where they can earn something they want. Giving a child an allowance or rewarding them for something they did well can
put in perspective that they aren’t always entitled to special items they want. 2. Discuss Needs vs. Wants Another preventative strategy is discussing with your child the difference between what they need and want. “Even young kids will understand that there are certain things you need to survive, and that could include water, food, clothes, and shelter. Then there are things that you would like to have, but you don’t necessarily need them to survive,” says Dilzell. “One thing parents can do if they’re shopping with their children [is] talk about the things they are getting. Is it a need or a want?” The line between needs and wants becomes gray when the technology discussion is brought into the equation. A child might want a cellphone and think they are entitled to one because all their friends have it. Yet, a child who walks home from school might need a cell phone in case of an emergency. “I think it’s up to the parents to decide if that’s something their child is actually ready for,” says Dilzell. 3. Doing it All
“I think much of the entitlement epidemic began when parents decided they could ‘do it all.’ By that, I mean they attempted to work outside the home, do household chores, support their children in school and sports, and pursue vocational endeavors. They gave without expecting anything back or requiring help from their child,” says Dr. Braden. By putting some responsibility on a child, it will help them learn about how the real world works. Moreover, it’s important for children to see that parents make mistakes and aren’t perfect. Seeing adults who they look up to make mistakes and fix them will further their understanding that making mistakes is part of life. 4. Basic Manners The earlier parents begin teaching their children basic manners, the better. For a child to learn and say “please” and “thank you” helps them understand how to respect others and be polite. Entitlement goes hand in hand with being disrespectful. If a parent makes breakfast, cleans the dishes, and packs a lunch for their child, in return, the child should say “thank you.” By a child not saying this basic phrase, it can come off as entitled because they believe they are entitled to be “served.”
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Bogalusa Balloon Festival. June 1-4 at George R Carr Memorial Airfield. louisiananorthshore.com Cajun Heritage Fest. June 2-4 in Larose. Free and open to the public. lacajunbayou.com Crescent City Jokes for Kids. Join local author Michael Strecker for a book signing. 10 a.m. at the Metairie Barnes & Noble. barnesandnoble.com June Food Truck Round Up. Every first Friday of the month at the Abita Brewing Company. A free and family-friendly event. 5:30-8:30 p.m. facebook.com/abitabeer Krotz Springs Sportsmen’s Heritage Fest. June 1-3. kssportsmensheritagefestival.com Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival. Music, crafts, and food at Louis Armstrong Park from 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. jazzandheritage.org NOMA at Night. An evening of music, art, and fun at the New Orleans Museum of Art. 6-10 p.m. $25 general admission. noma.org O First Friday Free Admission for College Students. College students can visit the Ogden Museum for free on the first Friday of each month. ogdenmuseum.org Parents’ Night Out. Every Friday night for parents of children ages 5-12 from 6-9 p.m. at Culinary Kids. culinarykidsns.com The Magic Poodles Show. See the Magic Poodles do exciting tricks, learn about dogs, and even be a part of the show from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the Mid City Library and 203 p.m. at Algiers Regional Library. nolalibrary.org The New Orleans Orchid Society - Show & Sale. Lakeside Shopping Center through June 4. lakesideshopping.com 3 Saturday Activate STEAM Afternoon. A hands-on crafting event for children ages 6-12. 1:30-3 p.m. at the Rosa F. Keller Library. nolalibrary.org Bogalusa Balloon Festival. June 1-4 at George R Carr Memorial Airfield. louisiananorthshore.com Cajun Heritage Fest. June 2-4 in Larose. Free and open to the public. lacajunbayou.com
Cecilia Dartez Author Signing. Local author Cecilia Dartez will be signing her books at noon. at the Metairie Barnes & Noble. barnesandnoble.com Expressions of America. The National WWII Museum’s sound and light show from 6:30-9 p.m. nationalww2museum.org Festa del Vino . Firehouse Event Center from 7:30-9:30 p.m. atasteofcovington.com Gary Alipio Author Signing. Local author Gary Alipio will be signing his book, The Craziest Fishing Tale on the Bayou , at noon. at the Metairie Barnes & Noble. barnesandnoble.com Goodnight Pothole Author Signing. Local author Shannon Kelley Atwater will be signing her books Goodnight Pothole and Alligators Don’t Like Flowers at 2 p.m. at the Metairie Barnes and Noble. barnesandnoble.com Gretna Farmers Market. Huey P. Long Avenue from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. gretnala.com Infinicon: A Family Sci-Fi and Fantasy Event. INFINITY Science Center from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Celebration of sci-fi and fantasy for the whole family. eventbrite.com Johnette Downing Author Signing. Johnette Downing will be signing her children’s books at 2 p.m. at the Metairie Barnes & Noble. barnesandnoble.com Krotz Springs Sportsmen’s Heritage Fest. June 1-3. kssportsmensheritagefestival.com Leanne Hitchcock Author Signing. L eanne Hitchcock will be signing her book The Maid: The Story of Joan of Arc at 10 a.m. at the Metairie Library. barnesandnoble.com Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival. Music, crafts, and food at Louis Armstrong Park from 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. jazzandheritage.org Melissa Thibault & Nichole Dupre Author and Illustrator Signing. These local authors and illustrators will be signing their book, 12 Days of Mardi Gras , at noon at the Metairie Barnes & Noble. barnesandnoble.com Michael the Wildlife Detective Author Signing. Local author Michael Birt will be signing his book at 2 p.m. at the Metairie Barnes & Noble. barnesandnoble.com Nancy Rust & Carol Stubbs Author Signing.
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A Taste of Covington. Covington, Louisiana through June 28. Annual food, wine, music & art extravaganza. atasteofcovington.com Author Night at Latter Library. Join T.R. Johnson for a literary tour of New Orleans. 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Milton H. Latter Memorial Library. nolalibrary.org
Bogalusa Balloon Festival. June 1-4 at George R Carr Memorial Airfield. louisiananorthshore.com
Family Music Series. Johnette Downing performs music and books for children on the first Thursday of every month. 11-11:45 a.m. at New Orleans Jazz National Historic Park. nps.gov/jazz/index.htm Harper Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. June 1-4 at the Saenger Theatre. saengernola.com Krotz Springs Sportsmen’s Heritage Fest. June 1-3. kssportsmensheritagefestival.com Storytime. Read, sing, write, and play from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Cita Dennis Hubbell, Mid City, and Rosa F. Keller Libraries. nolalibrary.org Summer Movie Nights. Westwego Community Center at 6 p.m. Watch Mary Poppins Returns. jpas.org The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time. June 1-5 at Le Petite Theatre. lepetitetheatre.com The Magic Poodles Show. See the Magic Poodles do exciting tricks, learn about dogs, and even be a part of the show from 2-3 p.m. at the Milton H. Latter Memorial Library. nolalibrary.org The New Orleans Orchid Society - Show & Sale. Lakeside Shopping Center through June 4. lakesideshopping.com Thursdays at Twilight. Music lovers are invited to City Park for an evening of music and mint juleps. 6-8 p.m. at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters. neworleanscitypark.org
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Join Nancy Rust & Carol Stubbs as they sign their books A Louisiana Christmas and Andrew Higgins and the Boats that Landed Victory in WWII . 10 a.m. at the Metairie Barnes & Noble. barnesandnoble.com New Parent Meet & Greet at Sprout Pediatrics. A monthly meet and greet at Sprouts Pediatrics for parents that are expecting. (504) 267-9336 Louisiana Peach Festival. Discover the flavors, arts, and sounds of Ruston. Free and open to the public. lapeachfest.com The Gumbo Gators Author Signing. Local author Paul Schexnayder will be signing his book at 2 p.m. at the Metairie Barnes & Noble. barnesandnoble.com The Littlest Streetcar Illustrator Signing. Local illustrator Vernon Smith will be signing his book The Littlest Streetcar at noon. at the Metairie Barnes & Noble. barnesandnoble.com The New Orleans Orchid Society - Show & Sale. Lakeside Shopping Center through June 4. lakesideshopping.com Watercolor Classes with Diego Larguia. BK Historic House and Gardens from 10:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. eventbrite.com Weekly Storytime. Join Jon and Flore Guillaume as they read and sign their book, A Cajun Alphabet Story . 11 a.m. at the Metairie Barnes & Noble. barnesandnoble.com Yoga in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Saturday mornings from 8-9 a.m. $10 regular admission/$5 for members. noma.org 4 Sunday Bogalusa Balloon Festival. June 1-4 at George R Carr Memorial Airfield. louisiananorthshore.com Cajun Heritage Fest. June 2-4 in Larose. Free and open to the public. lacajunbayou.com Crescent City Farmers Market. Every Sunday from 8 a.m.-noon at the Tad Gormley Stadium. neworleanscitypark.org Experience the Victory. The National WWII Museum through June 7. Explore, remember, and reflect on World War II through exclusive access to the Museum’s campus. nationalww2museum.org Music in the Garden. The New Orleans Museum of Art presents a new outdoor concert series that is free and open to the public. Select Sundays at 2 p.m. noma.org The New Orleans Orchid Society - Show & Sale. Lakeside Shopping Center through June 4. lakesideshopping.com 5 Monday
Beginner Cooking Class. Every Monday for children ages 7-10 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Culinary Kids. $165/month or $45 for one night. culinarykidsns.com Block Party. Children are invited to play with blocks at the Alvar Library from 5-6 p.m. nolalibrary.org Crafting With Literature. Make cute crafts and learn about books at the Children’s Resource Center Library from 4:30-5:30. nolalibrary.org New Orleans Toastmasters . Practice public speaking with Toastmasters International at the Milton H. Latter Memorial Library from 5:30-6:30 p.m. nolalibrary.org Summer ‘Scapes Session I: Bug Camp. Students ages 5-10 are welcome to Longue Vue Gardens to spend their summer learning all about nature. Every Monday-Friday of the month, 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Registration and more information online. longuevue.com 6 Tuesday D-Day Teen Sister Circle. Algiers Behavioral Health Center from 4-7 p.m. Support group for girls ages 13-18. eventbrite.com Storytime. Read, sing, write, and play from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Algiers Regional, Milton H. Latter Memorial, Norman Mayer, and Robert E. Smith Libraries. nolalibrary.org Sunset Soiree: Rooftop Fitness Series. The Roosevelt New Orleans. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $25/ person. footprintstofitness.com/schedule 7 Wednesday Billie & Ella. Join these music legends for an evening of banter, jokes, and jazz. 11:45 a.m.- 1:45 p.m. nationalworldwar2museum.org Chair Yoga with FitNOLA. Chair-based meditation for participants of all experience levels. Wednesdays from 11 a.m.-noon at Robert E. Smith Library. nolalibrary.org Lafreniere Park Farmers Market. Wednesdays from 1-6 p.m. lafrenierepark.org Lunchbox Lecture: The Impact of Military Service Past to Present. 12-1 p.m. at the New Orleans Wine and Food Experience. Indulge in the tastes of New Orleans from June 7-11. nowfe.com T(w)een Chess Club. Learn the basics of chess and play with peers at the Children’s Resource Center Library. nolalibrary.org Twilight at Longue Vue. Have a picnic at Longue Vue Gardens while listening to local musicians. 5-7 p.m., $10 general admission. National WWII Museum. nationalww2museum.org
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Louisiana Corn Festival. June 8-10 in Bunkie. Free and open to the public. bunkiechamber.org Metairie Art Guild - Show & Sale. Lakeside Shopping Center through June 11. Artwork from several local artists will be showcased and sold. lakesideshopping.com Ocean Filibuster. Contemporary Arts Center through June 11. A genre-crashing music theater experience set in a future Global Senate. cacno.org Twelfth Night - Tulane Shakespeare Festival. Tickets and showtimes available online. neworleansshakespeare.org 9 Friday Crescent Circus Magic Show. Kids will be amazed by this award-winning magic and circus arts show. 11 a.m.-12 p.m. at the East New Orleans Regional Library and 2-3 p.m. at the Children’s Resource Center Library. nolalibrary.org Here’s Johnny II . Jefferson Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. Celebrates Johnny Carson, Joan Rivers, George Burns, Ray Charles, and Little Richard. jpas.org Holly Beach Crab Festival. A free, family- friendly event from June 9-11 at one of the most popular beaches in southwest Louisiana. louisianatravel.com Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival. Music, crafts, and food at Louis Armstrong Park from 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. jazzandheritage.org Louisiana Corn Festival. June 8-10 in Bunkie. Free and open to the public. bunkiechamber.org St. Landry BBQ Fest. June 9-11 at the Yambilee Arts Market. Every second Saturday of the month from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on the Great Lawn. neworleanscitypark.org Calming Your New Baby. Touro, Foucher Room, from 10-11:30 a.m. Learn what to expect during the first few months. chnola.org Dine & Dance with the Victory Swing Orchestra. Music, wine, and a three-course meal from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the National WWII Museum. $70 members/$73 non-members. nationalww2museum.org French Market Creole Tomato Festival. Family-friendly attractions, live music, and, of course, tomatoes. June 10-11 in the French Market. Free and open to the public. Grounds. stlandrybbqfestival.com 10 Saturday NOLAFAMILY.COM | JUNE 2023 23
frenchmarket.org Gretna Farmers Market. Huey P. Long Avenue from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. gretnala.com Holly Beach Crab Festival. A free, family- friendly event from June 9-11 at one of the most popular beaches in southwest Louisiana. louisianatravel.com Just Write: Virtual Creative Writing Workshop. An online event for writers of all levels. 2-3:30 p.m. nolalibrary.org Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival. Music, crafts, and food at Louis Armstrong Park from 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. jazzandheritage.org Louisiana Corn Festival. June 8-10 in Bunkie. Free and open to the public. bunkiechamber.org NOLA Zydeco Fest. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. at A.L. Davis Park. nolazydecofest.com Plant Swap. Bring your extra plants to swap with others at the Alvar Library from 10:30 a.m.-noon. nolalibrary.org Play and Learn with Puppets. Hang out with the library puppets at Milton H. Latter Memorial Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. nolalibrary.org Safe@Home By Safe Sitter. Worley Hall from 10-11:30 a.m. Designed for fourth-sixth graders to be safe when they are home alone. chnola.org Seedling Starter Class . Learn how to grow and plant seeds at Mid-City Library from 10:30-11:30 a.m. nolalibrary.org 11 Sunday Crescent City Farmers Market. Every Sunday from 8 a.m.-noon at the Tad Gormley Stadium. neworleanscitypark.org Holly Beach Crab Festival. A free, family- friendly event from June 9-11 at one of the most popular beaches in southwest Louisiana. louisianatravel.com 12 Monday Calming Your New Baby. Zoom from 6-7:30 p.m. Learn what to expect during the first few months. chnola.org Growing Up for Girls. Worley Hall from 6:30- 8:30 p.m. chnola.org New Orleans Toastmasters. Practice public speaking with Toastmasters International at the Milton H. Latter Memorial Library from 5:30-6:30 p.m. nolalibrary.org 13 Tuesday Advocacy 101. Join Families Helping Families Northshore to learn how to be a voice for your child. 2-3 p.m. Register for the webinar online. fhfnorthshore.org Author Night at Hubbell Library. Richard 24 JUNE 2023 | NOLAFAMILY.COM
Robbins will be at the Cita Dennis Hubbell Library from 6:30-7:30 p.m. nolalibrary.org Big Easy NOLA Bicycle Fest. New Orleans through June 19. Promotes family, food, fun, and togetherness. A bicycle show will be held with judges and a big bike ride around New Orleans. eventbrite.com Evening Storytime. Read, sing, write, and play from 5-6 p.m. at the East New Orleans Regional Library and 5-5:45 p.m. at the Main Library. nolalibrary.org Madagascar the Musical . 7 p.m. at the Saenger Theatre. saengernola.com Teen Sister Circle. Algiers Behavioral Health Center from 4-7 p.m. Support group for girls ages 13-18. eventbrite.com 14 Wednesday Chair Yoga with FitNOLA. Chair-based meditation for participants of all experience levels. Wednesdays from 11 a.m.-noon at Robert E. Smith Library. nolalibrary.org Focus on Children Co-Parenting Class. The Parenting Center from 6-8 p.m. Parents can limit the impact of separation and divorce on children. Certificate of attendance will be provided. chnola.org Lafreniere Park Farmers Market. Wednesdays from 1-6 p.m. lafrenierepark.org Listening Lounge - Crescent City Sounds. Listen to a local streaming music library at Milton H. Latter Memorial Library. 3:30-5:30 p.m. nolalibrary.org Move, Baby, Move. Improve your posture and strengthen your core with these chair exercises. 12-12:30 p.m. at the Algiers Regional Library. nolalibrary.org Spanish Conversation Group. Improve your Spanish skills at the Rosa F. Keller Library from 6-6:45 p.m. nolalibrary.org 15 Thursday ABLE Dinner Club. Families Helping Families Northshore will be hosting Rachael and ABLE Club members from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Register online. fhfnorthshore.org Book Gumbo. Read and meet fellow bookworms at this monthly book club. 5-6:30 p.m. at the Rosa F. Keller Library. nolalibrary.org Glass Recycling Drop Off. Bring your clean glass to recycle it at the Algiers Regional Library. 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. nolalibrary.org Infant and Child CPR. AHA’s non-certification CPR class at The Parenting Center at Children’s Hospital. 6:30-9 p.m., $35/person. chnola.org The Music Man - Tulane Summer Music Theater. June 15-18. Tickets available at
liberalarts.tulane.edu/summer-lyric-theatre Who Dun It? Mystery Book Club. New members always welcome. Virtual meeting from 4-5:30 p.m. nolalibrary.org 16 Friday Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival. Music, crafts, and food at Louis Armstrong Park from 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. jazzandheritage.org Pelican Greenhouse Plant Sale. 9 a.m.-noon at the Pelican Greenhouse. neworleanscitypark.org Play and Learn with Puppets an Puzzles. Hang out with the library puppets from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Rosa F. Keller Library. nolalibrary.org The Music Man - Tulane Summer Music Theater. June 15-18. Tickets available at liberalarts.tulane.edu/summer-lyric-theatre Wartime Piano Happy Hour. Stop at BB’s Stage Door Canteen after your visit to the National WWII Museum for casual wartime piano music. 4-4:45 p.m. nationalww2museum.org 17 Saturday ESL Classes. A beginner English class at the Algiers Regional Library from 1-2 p.m. nolalibrary.org Gretna Farmers Market. Huey P. Long Avenue from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. gretnala.com Let the Good Times Roll Festival . A Juneteenth festival, free and open to the public in Shreveport. rhoomega.com Louisiana Cajun-Zydeco Festival. Music, crafts, and food at Louis Armstrong Park from 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. jazzandheritage.org The Music Man - Tulane Summer Music Theater. June 15-18. Tickets available at liberalarts.tulane.edu/summer-lyric-theatre 18 Sunday Father’s Day Crescent City Farmers Market. Every Sunday from 8 a.m.-noon at the Tad Gormley Stadium. neworleanscitypark.org The Music Man - Tulane Summer Music Theater. June 15-18. Tickets available at liberalarts.tulane.edu/summer-lyric-theatre Victory Belles Matinee Luncheon (Special Father’s Day Performance) . At the National WW2 Museum from 11:45 a.m.-1:45 p.m. nationalworldwar2museum.org 19 Monday Juneteenth
ABLE Club Scrapbooking. Join Families Helping Families Northshore on the third Monday of each month for scrapbooking at the NFHF center. 9:30-11: a.m. fhfnorthshore.org New Orleans Juneteenth Festival. Armstrong Park/Congo Square from 2-7 p.m. eventbrite.com Restaurant Week New Orleans. From June 19-25 some of the best restaurants in the city will offer discounts and other specials to showcase New Orleans food. neworleans.com/restaurantweek 20 Tuesday Car Seat Fitting Station. Children’s Hospital parking garage, first floor, from 9-11 a.m. Installation by a nationally-certified technician. Free. chnola.org Daily Routines Matter. The Parenting Center from 6-7 p.m. Parents will understand the benefits of consistent routines and tips for creating them. chnola.org Storytime. Read, sing, write, and play from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Algiers Regional, Norman Mayer, and Robert E. Smith Libraries. nolalibrary.org Teen Sister Circle. Algiers Behavioral Health Center from 4-7 p.m. Support group for girls ages 13-18. eventbrite.com Tori Amos. Mahalia Jackson Theater at 8 p.m. mahaliajacksontheater.com 21 Wednesday Chair Yoga with FitNOLA. Chair-based meditation for participants of all experience levels. Wednesdays from 11 a.m.-noon at Robert E. Smith Library. nolalibrary.org Glass Recycling Drop Off. Bring your clean glass to recycle it at the Alvar Library. 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. nolalibrary.org Lafreniere Park Farmers Market. Wednesdays from 1-6 p.m. lafrenierepark.org Move, Baby, Move. Improve your posture and strengthen your core with these chair exercises. 12-12:30 p.m. at the Algiers Regional Library. nolalibrary.org Storytime. Read, sing, write, and play from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Alvar, Central City, Nix, and Nora Navra Libraries. nolalibrary.org Twilight at Longue Vue. Have a picnic at Longue Vue Gardens while listening to local musicians. 5-7 p.m., $10 general admission. longuevue.com 22 Thursday Beauregard Watermelon Festival. June 22- 24. $5 admission, free for ages three and under or with military ID.
beauregardwatermelonfestival.com Blippi: The Wonderful World Tour . Learn, dance, and sing with Blippi and special guest Meekah. 6 p.m. at the Mahalia Jackson Theater. mahaliajacksontheater.com Dealing With Challenging Behavior. The Parenting Center from 6-7 p.m. Learn developmentally appropriate ways to prevent and handle challenging behaviors. chnola.org Jefferson Parish Senior Expo. Alario Center from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Provides vital, informative, health and welfare initiatives for Jefferson Parish senior residents. alariocenter.com. 23 Friday Crescent City Choral Festival. The New Orleans Children’s Chorus presents its annual Crescent City Choral Festival June 23-27 in downtown New Orleans. neworleanschildrenschorus.org Disney’s Finding Nemo Jr . Jefferson Performing Arts Center through June 25. 60-minute musical adaptation of the beloved 2003 Pixar movie. jpas.org Summer Pies with Windowsill Pies. Learn how to craft your own pie at NOCHI. 6-8 p.m. $80 admission. eventbrite.com 24 Saturday Adult Cookie Decorating Workshop. Learn to bake and decorate June 24 and 25 at Culinary Kids. Bring your own wine! $55/class. culinarykidsns.com Comic Con. June 24-25 at the Harbor Center in Slidell. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. showcasecomiccon.com Gallier House After Hours. Gallier House from 7-8 p.m. hgghh.org Gretna Farmers Market. Huey P. Long Avenue from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. gretnala.com Petite Sweet: A Ball for All. Join Contemporary Arts Center New Orleans to celebrate creativity, art, and fashion. General admission at 8:30 p.m. Tickets $120-300. cacno.org Safe@Home By Safe Sitter. Worley Hall from 10-11:30 a.m. Designed for fourth-sixth graders to be safe when they are home alone. chnola.org Sensory Friendly Mornings. The National WWII Museum opens at 8 a.m. on the last Saturday of each month and provides modifications for a sensory-friendly experience.
from 8 a.m.-noon at the Tad Gormley Stadium. neworleanscitypark.org 26 Monday New Orleans Toastmasters. Practice public speaking with Toastmasters International at the Milton H. Latter Memorial Library from 5:30-6:30 p.m. nolalibrary.org 27 Tuesday Growing Up for Boys. A parent-child puberty class; pre-registration is required. 6:30-8:30 p.m. at Children’s Hospital New Orleans. chnola.org Teen Sister Circle. Algiers Behavioral Health Center from 4-7 p.m. Support group for girls ages 13-18. eventbrite.com 28 Wednesday Chair Yoga with FitNOLA. Chair-based meditation for participants of all experience levels. Wednesdays from 11 a.m.-noon at Robert E. Smith Library. nolalibrary.org Lafreniere Park Farmers Market. Wednesdays from 1-6 p.m. lafrenierepark.org. Move, Baby, Move. Improve your posture and strengthen your core with these chair exercises. 12-12:30 p.m. at the Algiers Regional Library. nolalibrary.org Teen Board Game Group. This group is open to anyone ages 11-18. 3-5 p.m. at the Rosa F. Keller Library. nolalibrary.org T(w)een Chess Club. Learn the basics of chess and play with your peers at the Children’s Resource Center Library from 4:30-5:30 p.m. nolalibrary.org 29 Thursday Edgar & Edith’s 102nd Wedding Anniversary and Longue Vue Family Reunion. 3-5 p.m. at Longue Vue House and Gardens. longuevue.com Essence Festival of Culture. June 29-July 3 in the Superdome. essence.com Evening Storytime. Read, sing, write, and play from 5-6 p.m. at the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. nolalibrary.org 30 Friday Columbia Street Block Party. Columbia Street in downtown Covington from 6-9 p.m. Enjoy a free block party and classic car show. gocovington.com Play and Learn with Puppets an Puzzles. Hang out with the library puppets from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Rosa F. Keller Library. nolalibrary.org NOLAFAMILY.COM | JUNE 2023 25
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Book Club Discussion: Margritte: A Life. The NOMA Book Club will be meeting to discuss its monthly read related to the museum. Noon-1 p.m. noma.org Crescent City Farmers Market. Every Sunday
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