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This Week at a Glance

Fine Arts FUNdamentals Camp: Session II

Monday, June 15 – Friday, June 19 • 9:00 AM · Ogden Museum of Southern Art

Week-long art camp for grades 2–5 at the Ogden Museum, perfect for kids who need structure and creative outlet before summer really hits.

Litter Cleanup Krewe

Tuesday, June 16, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM · City Park, New Orleans

Tuesday morning volunteer group that actually makes a visible difference in City Park—bring the kids if they're old enough to carry a bag.

Family Splash Nights at Cool Zoo Waterpark

Wednesday, June 17 • 6:00 PM · Cool Zoo Waterpark at Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine Street

Evening water park hours at the zoo mean cooler temperatures, shorter lines, and kids actually get to enjoy the slides without melting.

Lafcadio Fest with Live Music

Saturday, June 20, 10:00 AM · New Orleans

Saturday morning community celebration featuring live music and local scholars—free, walkable, genuinely neighborhood-focused without the tourist crowd.

Urban Forest Support Initiative

Saturday, June 20, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM · City Park, New Orleans

Help plant and care for trees in City Park on Saturday morning—active, meaningful, and done before the heat gets unbearable.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents’ Cheat Sheet

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Tue, Jun 16 • 12:00 PM · Louisiana Children's Museum · New Orleans
Tuesday, June 16 and Thursday, June 18 at Louisiana Children's Museum. Kids plant, grow, and harvest vegetables in the museum's garden space. Great for toddlers and older kids alike.
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Sat, Jun 27 • 3:00 PM · Louisiana Children's Museum · New Orleans
Saturday, June 20 at Louisiana Children's Museum. Kids explore nature and wildlife in a hands-on outdoor setting. Great for curious kids who love bugs, plants, and critters.

⚠️ What Affects Your Week

⚠️Broadway's The Lion King tickets go on sale this weekend for the Saenger Theatre run—if you want premium seats, don't wait until Friday to buy.

🌟 This Weekend · Jun 19 – Jun 21

Museum Closing at 3 p.m. NOLA

Fri, Jun 19

To observe Juneteenth, Ogden Museum of Southern Art will be closing at 3 p.m. · New Orleans

To observe Juneteenth, Ogden Museum of Southern Art will be closing at 3 p.m.

Yoga in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden NOLA

Sat, Jun 20 • 8:00 AM

Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden · New Orleans

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Crescent City Farmers Market NOLA

Sun, Jun 21 • 8:00 AM

New Orleans City Park · New Orleans

City Putt Head out to the City Putt Plaza for fruits, vegetables, meats, dairy, baked goods and a variety of ready-to-eat foods

Father's Day at the Museum NOLA

Sun, Jun 21 • 9:00 AM

National WWII Museum · New Orleans

Treat Dad to a meaningful day of history and connection. BUY TICKETS

Public Tours in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden NOLA

Sun, Jun 21 • 10:30 AM

Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden · New Orleans

Guided tours through NOMA's outdoor sculpture collection offer a breezy, art-focused walk that actually feels easy with kids.

FREE

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Picks (1)

Kids & Family (1)

Summer camp season is here, and registration windows are closing fast.

Storytime at the Museum NOLA

Tue, Jun 16 • 10:00 AM

National WWII Museum · New Orleans

Spark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.

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🌇 Around New Orleans (4)

Community Events (3)

Volunteers and neighborhood builders are fixing parks, planting trees, and organizing cleanups—join them.

Pelican Greenhouse Summer Series NOLA

Tue, Jun 16 • 8:00 AM

New Orleans City Park · New Orleans

Pelican Greenhouse is hosting an eight-week summer series for individual volunteers to assist in operations

City Putt League NOLA

Thu, Jun 18 • 3:30 PM

New Orleans City Park · New Orleans

City Putt The pits putt-putt teams of 2-4 against one another in weekly contests. The eight-week league (June 11-July 30) will feature brackets for youth and adult leagues and…

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Dine & Dance: Swingin’ into Summer NOLA

Sat, Jun 20 • 5:30 PM

National WWII Museum · New Orleans

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Tai Chi in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden NOLA

Wed, Jun 17 • 9:00 AM

New Orleans Museum of Art · New Orleans

Beginner-friendly outdoor tai chi classes combining gentle movement with art appreciation; $5 members, $10 general public.

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📰 News You Should Know

📌 Save the Date

Notable events, festivals, and deadlines coming up in the next 3 months.

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