Are Mardi Gras Parades Risky for Pets?

Mardi Gras is one of the most exciting times of the year in New Orleans. For pets, however, it can also be overwhelming. Large crowds, loud music, parade floats, and unfamiliar activity can cause stress even for calm animals.

Boothville-Venice Elementary Welcomes 2026 Asian New Year with Cultural Celebration

Boothville-Venice Elementary School celebrated 2026 Asian New Year with a colorful cultural celebration that brought students, families, and community members together for a morning of learning, performances, and tradition.

Boothville-Venice Elementary Holds TERRIFIC Kids Ceremony

On Thursday, February 5, 2026 Boothville-Venice Elementary School celebrated students who were honored at the Terrific Kids Ceremony, a special event recognizing children who consistently show positive character, kindness, and a commitment to doing their best.

Weekly & Monthly Events

Rotary Club of Belle Chasse MeetingsThe Rotary Club of Belle Chasse meets every Tuesday at noon at Adams Catfish House in Belle Chasse. For more information, about the Rotary Club or on becoming a member, email bellechasserotary@gmail.com.

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Kiwanis of Plaquemines Club Board Member Meeting A Sprinkle in Time (Ice Cream) 8613 Highway 23, Belle Chasse 6:00 PM - Members invitedFEBRUARY 11PPSO S.A.L.T.

SCHOOL NEWS

Growing Pains and Growing Pride: The Community's Take on the New BCHSOn December 16, 2025, the Plaquemines Parish School Board announced on their Facebook that they had completed the purchase of fifty-four acres of land that will one day be the home of Belle Chasse High School.

Boothville-Venice Elementary Announces January Students of the Month

The following students were named January Student of the Month for meeting the School Wide Behavior Expectations~ Be Respectful, Be Responsible, and Be Safe all month long, a presentation was made in their honor on January 28, 2026 in the school's gym.

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Soccer Registration - Plaquemines Parish APRD Soccer registration is going on now until February 8th. To register, call the Recreation Office at (504) 934-6960 (Mon. - Fri. 7:00am - 4:30pm) or visit 333 F. Edward Hebert Blvd., Building 700, Belle Chasse. Online registration: www.ppgrec.leagueapps.

Weekly & Monthly Events

Rotary Club of Belle Chasse MeetingsThe Rotary Club of Belle Chasse meets every Tuesday at noon at Adams Catfish House in Belle Chasse. For more information, about the Rotary Club or on becoming a member, email bellechasserotary@gmail.com.

Plaquemines Parish Holds Community Conversations for Residents

The Plaquemines Parish Government hosted three Community Conversations meetings. They were held in Buras, Belle Chasse, and Braithwaite, and the event offered parish residents a relaxed setting to speak with various parish officials and agencies about local projects and programs.