May 2025

2025 Summer Camps & Activities

There’s no shortage of activities for kids in SWLA this summer. Beat summer boredom by enrolling your child in one of the many available camps below. There’s a camp for all interests, including general play, reading, arts and crafts, dance, robotics, theatre, music, golf, pickleball and more. GENERAL  The Children’s […]
May 2025

Places for PLAY: Local Businesses Provide High-quality Summer Entertainment

by Kerri Cooke Summer means less schoolwork and more playtime for children. If cooped up at home too long, they need an outlet to burn their energy. Several local businesses offer extensive play opportunities for children. Parents can get a much-needed break and the kids will have a blast. There […]
May 2025

COOL JOBS: Allyson Montgomery – Executive Director of the Children’s Museum of Southwest Louisiana

by Kerri Cooke Allyson Montgomery has been working for the Children’s Museum of Southwest Louisiana for 19 years. She attended McNeese State University, earning a bachelor’s degree in mass communications with a concentration in public relations, and began her career as an assistant director fresh out of college. Prior to […]
May 2025

FIRST PERSON: Tyler Bosworth – Secretary for the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries

The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) is a vital organization, complete with biologists and enforcement agents to help manage, promote and protect the rich deposit of natural resources within the state. In Southwest Louisiana, the presence of the LDWF is felt year-round as the area is home to […]
May 2025

Begin with Basics for Effortless Summer Style: In Conversation with Model Mia Wyble

by Kerri Cooke Mia Wyble was interested in modeling at a very young age. At only 14, she was signed to a modeling agency in New York after her mother submitted her pictures to a variety of agencies. Wyble didn’t make the move to the Big Apple until after she […]
May 2025

Cruisin’ the Beach: What to pack for a Tropical Get Away

by Kerri Cooke Since popular summer destinations include the beaches of Hawaii and Florida or tropical resorts on Islands such as Jamaica or The Bahamas, resort wear is a popular niche in clothing collections. However, you don’t have to purchase your outfits from luxury designers to achieve the resort look. […]
May 2025

A Weekend in New Orleans: Beyond The French Quarter

by Kerry Andersen A tank of gas and a few vacation days can get you far in Louisiana. Venture into the Big Easy to indulge in creole cuisine, live music and vibrant culture. Almost everyone is familiar with the world-renowned French Quarter, but locals love to show off smaller authentic […]
May 2025

Conquer Summer Boredom: A Beaumont Bucketlist

by Sadie Atha The lazy days of summer are fast approaching, but in Beaumont, Texas, “lazy” isn’t part of the vocabulary. Just a quick drive from the Louisiana state line, Beaumont is bursting at the seams with opportunities for adventure, relaxation and making memories that will last long after the […]
May 2025

Pie and Pinot: A Delicious Journey Through Traverse City, Michigan

by Andrea Guthmann Nestled along the shores of Lake Michigan’s Grand Traverse Bay, Traverse City is a Midwestern treasure, offering a unique blend of natural beauty, culinary delights and a thriving wine scene. Known as the Cherry Capital of the World, Traverse City is not only the largest producer of […]
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