This weekend in Slidell, LA

At Mandeville Trailhead, the Courageous Kids Cancer Foundation presents a community day that brings neighbors together to support local families affected by pediatric cancer. The focus is on connection, encouragement, and raising awareness. Opportunities are available for community partners and sponsors who wish to support the mission.

This community block party marks 120 years of ministry, community, and love, and is open to all. It honors deep roots while celebrating the present, and welcomes neighbors from across the community. Attendees can explore a pop up vendor market featuring local makers, small businesses, and artisans sharing their work, with food and beverages available for purchase. Games and activities are planned for kids, teens, and adults. It offers a chance to meet new people, reflect on shared history, and enjoy fellowship. Local vendors interested in taking part can secure a space. The experience is designed for those with long ties to Christ Episcopal Church as well as those discovering it now.

Build confidence, strength, and practical self defense skills in a women-centered boxing class at the Diamondhead School of Fine Arts. Sessions are led by Coach Ed Mink, a Certified Health Educator, registered USA Boxing coach, and certified yoga and Pilates instructor who formerly served as Health and Wellness Director at the University of Arkansas. Learn solid boxing fundamentals, real-life defense techniques, and conditioning that improves cardio and power in a welcoming setting. No prior experience is required. The drop-in fee is $10, and online registration is required.

NorthShore Robotics holds an open monthly board meeting at Tandem Coffee in Mandeville. The meeting is open to parents, volunteers, sponsors, and anyone curious about STEM. Attendees can expect updates on teams and upcoming events, information about volunteer opportunities, and discussion of how the organization supports kids through robotics and hands-on STEM education. No registration is required, and participants are encouraged to bring ideas and questions while enjoying a coffee from the venue.

In Slidell, Louisiana, this charity event celebrates and supports the community’s heroes, including veterans, active duty service members, and first responders. The day features local vendors offering handmade items, food trucks with southern favorites, live music and other entertainment, as well as demonstrations and hands-on activities. It is designed to bring people together in gratitude and to give back to those who protect and serve.

Mandeville Market features a vendor with all natural laundry detergent, surface cleaner, and essential oils.

Explore the Elderbrew Cafe Collectibles Market, where local vendors present trading and sports cards, comic books and original art, video games and related gear, toys, action figures, and Funko Pops. Discover antiques and vintage pieces, coins, paper money, and memorabilia, handmade crafts, jewelry and accessories, books, vinyl, and other media. The selection also includes pop culture items, specialty hobby goods, flea market gems and one-of-a-kind pieces, home accents alongside vintage decor, plus fan art and custom-made creations. Shoppers are admitted at no cost. Vendor opportunities include indoor tables, shaded outdoor table space, and 10-by-10 outdoor booths, allocated in the order received.

Meet rescue dogs and puppies at PetSmart in Covington, where about 15 to 20 pups are typically on site to greet potential adopters. Adoptions are available with a pre-approved application, which usually takes about three days to process, so planning ahead is encouraged. If a permanent placement is not the right fit, fostering is another way to help, with all supplies and veterinary care provided by the rescue at no cost. Current fosters are asked to drop off their dogs for the event and return to pick them up afterward if they are not adopted.

Studio X at 30 by Ninety Theatre is holding auditions for Law & Order: Fairy Tale Unit, a play by Jonathan Rand directed by Nicole Barwick. This playful send-up of a legal drama unfolds in the world of fairy tales and nursery rhymes, following storybook investigators and prosecutors as they handle imaginative cases. The production seeks performers ages 7 to 17. Scripts will be provided at the audition to review, and each participant may be asked to read for one or more roles. There is no tuition, and cast members will provide their own costumes with guidance from the production team. Rehearsals generally take place on Mondays and Wednesdays, with call times that vary by role, and all cast members are called during tech week. Performances will follow the rehearsal period. An audition form is required.

New Orleans celebrates its creative spirit with the First Saturday Art Walk on Magazine Street, a long-standing tradition presented by the Magazine Street Merchants Association and The Scout Guide New Orleans. Fifteen galleries along this storied corridor keep their doors open late so guests can explore fresh exhibitions, hear live music, and take advantage of exclusive promotions. The focus is on local art, culture, and community, creating a free evening that suits dedicated collectors as well as casual admirers.

Live music will be performed at Cilantros Mexican Cuisine in downtown Covington.

The 4th annual Mermaid Parade brings ocean themed pageantry to the Mississippi River, traveling from the Esplanade Plaza riverfront promenade to Audubon Aquarium. Costumes inspired by mermaids, mermen, sea creatures, pirates and sailors set the scene, and a featured puppet performance from The New Orleans Giant Puppet Fest titled Mermaid of the Magdalenes adds a theatrical highlight. Spectating is free. Participation in the parade is $35 for adults and $10 for children 12 and under. Proceeds support the Audubon Institute’s Education Department. The celebration includes family friendly activities suitable for all ages.

The event takes place along the riverfront.

Contraflow marks 20 years together with an anniversary show at Rock'n'Bowl NOLA, celebrating two decades as a band. The cover charge is $15.

This farmers market brings together indoor comfort and an outdoor setting at the Terrytown Country Club. The event spans the parking lot and the ballroom, creating one market with both indoor and open-air spaces.

A spirited bingo session at Gretna Bingo Palace supports St Joseph Church and its restoration. Attendees can enjoy classic bingo in a welcoming setting while helping the church through their participation.

Celebrate Labor Day with a relaxed beach gathering for all ages. Bring chairs and enjoy an easygoing end of summer outing with the whole family.