The Northshore’s Best Snowball Stands

If there’s one thing people like to argue about in South Louisiana, it’s food. Whether it’s the best fried shrimp po boy or the best king cake, we can discuss, debate, and even yell as we defend our favorites. Since it’s hot outside, the writers of Northshore Parent decided to…


35 Fun Things to do This Spring Break

There’s something about Spring Break–it seems to last forever. I suspect it’s that extra Friday. Whatever the reason, I always find myself looking for things to fill the time. I figured I’d help all the parents out there by compiling this cheat sheet. Here are a ton of ideas of…


3 Great Hotels for Your Next Panhandle Getaway

Vacations at the beach should be a relaxing time that you get to spend with your family, but if your family is anything like mine, planning the actual trip can be pretty stressful. I have learned that when you have three small kids, a quick trip to the beach is…


Local Mom Recreates Good Night NOLA

Well, folks, my cousin’s wife Sarah is at it again! Although she does claim that my cousin was really into this particular project as well. I suspect the pair of them are just crazy for fun, creative ventures. I also tell myself they must be younger than me and that’s…



Parents to Know: Mindy Dennis

Mindy Groce is a Montessori teacher and co-owner of Southern MagnoliaMontessori School in Abita Springs. She’s a true New Orleans girl atheart, and loves to costume and takes part in parades and festivalswhenever she can.  Mindy’s a busy lady, but graciously took the timeto  answer these questions for our feature, Parents…



Parents to Know: Katie Corkern

When you first meet Katie Corkern you will be bowled over by how sweet she is. She exudes kindness in everything she does and I’m convinced that she doesn’t have a mean bone in her body. Beneath the sweet exterior, however, is a woman of strength. She has taken on…


Parents to Know: Sunnie Wicker

If I could use one word to describe my meeting with Sunnie it would be unexpected. Having followed her online for a while I expected to meet this loud, bubbly vivacious person and the person I met with was incredibly sincere, honest and a listener. Chances are you have probably…


Mardi Gras Bead Recycling on the Northshore

Mardi Gras is officially over. The curtain has closed on the courts of Rex and Comus, we’ve hung up our wigs and feather boas, and you’re probably still trying to clean up the last of the glitter that made it into your house (good luck, it’s there forever now). In…