Catch the Space Station in the Sky This Week

Where Can You See the Space Station? This week we have a fun opportunity to catch the International Space Station as it orbits earth. While the space station passes frequently, it can only be seen overhead at certain times of the year–when the space station reflects light as it travels…


Summer Strawberry Cooler

The warm sun of summer is on it’s way and what better way to enjoy it than sitting in your backyard or on the porch with a tall glass of something refreshing? Being outside magically makes your kids behave and sleep better. Today we have a fantastic, easy recipe using…


Besh Big Easy

In November, I had the privilege of attending the honey harvest at La Provence restaurant, owned by Slidell native Chef John Besh. In talking with the lovely team out there, I learned that Chef Besh had written a new cookbook called Besh Big Easy, featuring 101 home cooked New Orleans…


Mini Strawberry Tarts

It’s the perfect time of year for strawberries! Despite the nasty weather, I have spotted some produce stands carrying Louisiana strawberries, and of course, the fantastic, FREE Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival is this weekend. Today we have a fantastic recipe for potlucks or family parties. It comes together quickly, but it…


Northshore Calendar of Events {Weekend Fun}

Friday, April 1st, 2016 Storytime for All Ages. 10:30AM. Abita Springs Branch of the St. Tamm Library. Books, stories, rhymes, activities and music for young children of all ages and their grown ups. Please note that food may be used as a craft material. Please call the branch for details. Please inform…



Eight Ideas for Your Next Date Night

Brewery Tour If you’re looking for a daytime date, a brewery tour can be just the thing! Locally you could visit any one of the following: Abita Brewery–Wednesday, Thursday, Friday at 2PM.  Saturdays 11AM, Noon, 1PM and 2PM. Gnarly Barley–Saturdays at 1PM. Covington Brewery–11:30AM, 1PM and 2:30PM. Ten Dollar Challenge…



Nominations for the First-Ever Parents Prefer Awards

HELLO! THE NOMINATIONS ARE IN AND I’M FURIOUSLY COUNTING!!! THEY WILL BE UP AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. WE WERE BLOWN AWAY BY THE PARTICIPATION. THANK YOU! When you run a website dedicated to local parents and families, people tend to ask you for recommendations. Where should I take my child…