Northshore BriefWeek of Apr 6 – Apr 12, 2026
St. Tammany Parish and the Northshore · Events, News & More
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This Week at a Glance

Kids Read with a Pup

Thursday, April 9 · St. Tammany Parish Library - Lacombe Branch

A confidence-boosting reading moment for nervous readers—practice with a patient dog, no judgment.

Meet the Author: David Armand

Thursday, April 9 · St. Tammany Parish Library - Causeway Branch

Hear directly from the author of The Roads We Travel about memoir writing and his journey through St. Tammany.

Mandeville Live! Don Vappie & Creole Jazz

Friday, April 10 · Mandeville Trailhead, 675 Lafitte Street

Free live jazz on the waterfront—authentic New Orleans music under the trees.

HERPS Exotic Reptile & Pet Show

Saturday, April 11 · The Grand Hall at The Harbor Center, Slidell

Two days of live snakes, exotic pets, and hands-on learning for curious kids and reptile enthusiasts alike.

The Great Moth Watch

Saturday, April 11 · Northlake Nature Center

A guided nighttime nature walk to spot moths and learn why these often-overlooked creatures matter.

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents’ Cheat Sheet

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Thu, Apr 9 • 4:45 PM · STPL - Lacombe Branch · Lacombe
Thursday, April 9 at St. Tammany Parish Library - Lacombe Branch. Kids practice reading aloud to a calm dog, perfect for building confidence without pressure. Space is limited and registration is required.
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Sat, Apr 11 • 10:00 AM · Northshore Harbor Center · Slidell
Saturday, April 11, 10 AM–5 PM (and Sunday 10 AM–4 PM) at The Grand Hall, Harbor Center, Slidell. Kids can see live snakes, reptiles, and exotic pets up close. $10 admission for one day; $15 for both days.
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Saturday, April 11 at St. Tammany Parish Library - Causeway Branch. Shrek turns 25—celebrate with a big-screen showing of the beloved film. Free drop-in, no registration needed.
Sat, Apr 11 • 12:00 PM · Fontainebleau State Park · Mandeville
Saturday, April 11 at Fontainebleau State Park. Kids learn aquatic ecology by netting and observing lake creatures with expert guidance. Register through Pelican Park rec desk.

⚠️ What Affects Your Week

⚠️Slidell fire employee account compromised: A St. Tammany Fire Protection District employee's emergency alert account was unauthorized and used to send a false message—verify fire alerts through official channels only.

🌟 This Weekend · Apr 10 – Apr 12

Virtual Qigong

Fri, Apr 10 • 10:00 AM

Online event

Follow along over Zoom as Suzanne leads you through these gentle moves that generate focus and clarity of the mind.

Mandeville Live! Music By: Don Vappie & Creole Jazz LAF

Fri, Apr 10 • 6:30 PM

Mandeville Trailhead · Mandeville

Free live traditional jazz with Don Vappie under the trees at Mandeville Trailhead—no admission, no catch.

FREEOUTDOORS

The Southerlies COV

Fri, Apr 10 • 9:00 PM

Columbia Street Tap Room · Covington

Live music at Columbia Street Tap Room featuring the local band the Southerlies.

KIDS StoryWalk® Inside MAN

Sat, Apr 11 • 9:00 AM

STPL - Causeway Branch · Mandeville

Join us for a twist on Storytime! A Storywalk® is a reading experience for families that places an illustrated…

KID-FRIENDLY

HERPS Exotic Reptile & Pet Show SLI

Sat, Apr 11 • 10:00 AM

Northshore Harbor Center · Slidell

Two days of live reptiles, exotic pets, and hands-on learning at Harbor Center. Bring curious kids or indulge your own…

👨‍👩‍👧 Family Picks (5)

Library Programs (5)

KIDS Read with a Pup LAC

Thu, Apr 9 • 4:45 PM

STPL - Lacombe Branch · Lacombe

Space is limited and registration is required

Meet the Author: David Armand MAN

Thu, Apr 9 • 6:00 PM

STPL - Causeway Branch · Mandeville

Come and meet David Armand and his memoir The Roads We Travel.

Folsom Book Club FOL

Fri, Apr 10 • 1:00 PM

STPL - Folsom Branch · Folsom

Join us on the second Friday of every month from 1-2 PM for book discussion on various genres such as historical…

English Country Dancing COV

Sat, Apr 11 • 10:00 AM

STPL - Covington Branch · Covington

Join local Jane Austen enthusiast, Kathryn Taube, as she teaches us how to dance just like they did in the time of…

Teen Volunteer Club (TVC) - Madisonville MAD

Sat, Apr 11 • 10:00 AM

STPL - Madisonville Branch · Madisonville

Are you a teen in 8th - 12th grade and need volunteer hours during the school year?

🌇 Around the Northshore (6)

Arts, Culture & Music (1)

Soul Tribe COV

Sat, Apr 11 • 9:00 PM

Columbia Street Tap Room · Covington

Live music performance from Soul Tribe at Columbia Street Tap Room.

Community Events (3)

Volleyball, naturalist walks, and civic gatherings that bind neighbors together.

Team 1 - Muller vs. Team 2 - Sorensen COV

Sat, Apr 11 • 10:00 AM

Field 14 · Covington

Youth sports competition at Field 14 pitting Muller against Sorensen in a team matchup.

Jr Naturalist Series-Netting in the Lake MAN

Sat, Apr 11 • 12:00 PM

Fontainebleau State Park · Mandeville

Kids learn aquatic ecology by netting and observing creatures in the lake at Fontainebleau State Park.

The Great Moth Watch MAN

Sat, Apr 11

Northlake Nature Center · Mandeville

Guided nighttime nature walk at Northlake Nature Center to spot moths and learn their ecological importance.

Sports & Recreation (1)

Sunset Yoga on the Beach MAN

Fri, Apr 10 • 6:00 PM

Fontainebleau State Park · Mandeville

Waterfront yoga session at Fontainebleau State Park timed to catch the sunset and calm evening light.

Workshops & Classes (1)

En Plein Air Workshop with Ellen Ogden MAN

Sun, Apr 12 • 10:30 AM

Northlake Nature Center · Mandeville

Outdoor painting workshop with instructor Ellen Ogden at Northlake Nature Center—bring supplies or learn setup.

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