We're back in your inbox with family-fun events, parenting tips, and more this week as we begin to wrap up August. Did I actually just type that?
Yes, ... yes I did.
As time seems to continue to fly by each week, one thing I can recommend to our parents is to make sure you to set time aside to check in with your kids regularly. I'm not referring to the important conversations about grades, health, or school and/or family issues. I'm talking about a laid back, simple conversation to make sure they know you're interested in what's going on in their lives.
It's important to make sure to take time to check in with them about what's going on in their world. From elementary to college, our kids want us to be engaged and interested in what interest them, even when they give us the eye-roll. 🙄
Ask open-ended questions that give them the opportunity to open up and feel not only safe, but comfortable talking to you. That way, when something really important comes up, you'll be able to have a real discussion with them.
Now, here are a few other articles I'd like to recommend for our parents to check out this week:
- 5 Quick and Easy Rotisserie Chicken Recipes You Can Make Tonight
- Check Out Louisiana Gives Library Cardholders Access to Museums
- Master Shoelace Tying in 60 Seconds: A Must-Know Skill for Every Kid
- At-Home STEAM Fun: 10 Paper Engineering Challenges for Kids
- Ditch "How Was School?" — These 10 Questions Will Actually Get Answers
Now on to the top picks for your local, family-fun in the Houma, Thibodaux area!
Try these fun conversation starters to get your kids to engage in conversations with you. Conversations that offer more opportunity for parents to just listen will help kids feel comfortable opening up.  Image Credit: Tracie Ysaguire | Canva |
Please note: Events may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other unexpected issues after the publication of this article.
Please be sure to follow up with the original event or host for details or questions about any events listed.
1. $5 Dollar Fridays - Summer Mini Tours at Southdown - Houma
Friday
August 22, 2025
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Enjoy a mini-tour of Southdown Plantation & Museum every Friday all summer long for a discounted rate. $5 rate applies to all ages. Learn about the history of the home, it's owners, and the impact of Southdown on the city of Houma and Terrebonne Parish.
2. John Foster Concert on Bayou Lafourche - Downtown Thibodaux
Friday
August 22, 2025
6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
The community is invited to enjoy a free concert from the comfort of your boat on Bayou Lafourche! Celebrate the opening night of the Thibodaux Pavilion with family and friends. No tickets needed for boaters. Don't have a boat? You can rent one from Geaux Paddle.
3. Carrot Patch Farmer's Market - Thibodaux
Saturday
August 23, 2025
8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Join the Carrot Patch Health Food Store & Deli, along with local vendors and artisans for the weekly Farmer's Market every Saturday morning. Shop for specialty items, hand-crafted goodies, jams, jelliles, fresh veggies and produce, and baked goods while supporting our local community. Free.
4. Kids Eat Free Every Monday - Cajun Critters Seafood - Houma
Monday
August 25, 2025
11:00 am - 9:00 pm
Monday is the perfect night to take a break in the kitchen! Kids eat free every Monday at Cajun Critters Seafood for both lunch and dinner! Set aside a Monday afternoon or evening and make plans for a family meal on Monday this month.
5. Exhibit for the 90th Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum Festival - Morgan City
Wednesday
August 27, 2025
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The annual Louisiana Shrimp and Petroleum Festival takes place over five days at the end of August and runs until Labor Day each year in Morgan City. To celebrate the 90th anniversary of this family favorite festival and events, Pharr Chapel United Methodist Church will host an exhibit in their Fellowship Hall beginning August 19, 2025 which will run through festival weekend.
The exhibit will showcase the history of the event, the founding of the festival and special memories from previous years, and the members of the shrimp and petroleum industry. This is exhibit is set to honor all those who have worked hard in community to keep the festival running, attracting locals and visitors to Louisiana each year. Free.
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Our event calendar covers family fun events and resources for all families in Houma, Thibodaux, Schriever, Cut Off, Raceland, and Galliano, Golden Meadow, and Raceland. If you head out to any of these establishments or events, please tell them you heard it on Macaroni KID Houma!
