Being Savvy: Activities, things to do with your preschoolers, toddlers and kids in New Orleans, LA

The littlest Picasso

by Kelly Leahy

In a city where Degas once resided and with a streets named for Greek Muses and French painters, it's no surprise that there is plenty of art enrichment to be found. Though it's difficult to get a preschooler to sit still and do anything for an extended period of time, there are a few ways to encourage them to appreciate art without strapping them to a chair.If you are looking for a great ... Read more >

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This weekend's best pick: Streetcar party!

by Kelly Leahy

There is only one thing going on this weekend as far as I'm concerned. It's not the Three Stooges showing at St. Patrick Park nor is it Reggae on the River. The only thing worth doing this weekend is hiking down (or up) to South Carrollton to celebrate the RETURN OF THE STREETCAR!Technically the streetcars completed those final few blocks a couple of days ago but the neighborhood and the city is ... Read more >

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This weekends best picks

by Kelly Leahy

The Bywater Art Market makes its monthly appearance on Saturday. Not only is this a great place to pick some reasonably priced artwork for yourself but also gifts for others -- especially if you like to start your Christmas shopping early. There is usually live music for little ears and many food options including kid-friendly juices and kettle corn. What I like best about city's art markets are ... Read more >

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This weekends best bets: Satchmo and White Linen

by Kelly Leahy

So many fun things to do this weekend! In a city where residents normally hide inside during the months of July and August, there are two excellent events happening Saturday and Sunday. The first is the Satchmo SummerFest which I mentioned yesterday. The second is White Linen Night.Satchmo SummerFest is full of live music on four different stages including a children's stage. Highlights include ... Read more >

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List Day: Where to go to meet friends

by Kelly Leahy

My daughter's preschool start date has been pushed back yet another week so I am still in the dark about this whole preschool thing. Though I tend to over analyze just about everything, I haven't given the changes that are about to take place in our lives much thought. For example, I got annoyed when after two hours with another child, Adelaide picks up unfavorable mannerisms and catch phrases. ... Read more >

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This weekend's best bet: Family Fiesta!

by Kelly Leahy

Sunday marks the last day of The Baroque World of Fernando Botero at the New Orleans Museum of Art. Lucky for us, the museum is celebrating the final day of this Latin American artist's stint with a Family Fiesta.Like all events at NOMA, this is free to Louisiana residents. It starts at 1:00 PM this Sunday.Fernando Botero was born in 1932 and is a successful painter, sculptor, and draftsman. The ... Read more >

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This weekends best bet: Scarecrows and Brats

by Kelly Leahy

Fall has arrived! With it comes festivals galore. This weekend brings with it a couple of offerings for you and your preschooler.Oktoberfest starts tomorrow evening at Deutsches House. Grab a table, a bier and some knackwurst. Hand over a giant Bavarian pretzel to the little one and enjoy the music. Friday 3pm to 1am and Saturday 6pm until 1am.If you are looking for a new addition to your ... Read more >

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This weekend's best bet: Prospect.1

by Kelly Leahy

There is a major citywide art exhibition going on right now and it's free. Prospect.1, a biennial contemporary art show opened last week. Venues are scattered all around the city and you can find a great deal of information on the Prospect.1 website.One exhibit that you will want to check out is Studio at Colton. Colton High School is on loan from the recovery school district for a couple of ... Read more >

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This weekend's best bet: Ramp Art Festival

by Kelly Leahy

The second annual North Ramp Art Festival is taking place this Saturday along the promenade in front of Louis Armstrong park on Rampart Street (I bet you saw that coming). There will be over 20 local artists and food vendors selling their wares.As with any good festival there will also be music including the Treme Brass Band and Walter "Wolfman" Washington. There is also a Children's Area with ... Read more >

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