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🌱 Patch AM: Want to grow your tree smarts at Jefferson Performing Arts Center?
Also, don't miss Margarita & Mojito Monday at RUMBA on the Metairie Patch calendar
Coffee in hand, Metairie? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- Want to grow your tree smarts at Jefferson Performing Arts Center?
Also on today's calendar: Beyond The Grave and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: Why are crows so alert and curious? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Sunday: Humid; an afternoon t-storm, with a high of 91 and low of 77 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
- Monday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 92, low: 77.
- Tuesday: A t-storm around in the p.m., with a high of 93 and low of 78 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• New Orleans home and garden events for September 2026 (nola.com) — Metairie residents interested in trees can sign up now for Tree School on Oct. 29 at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center, a low-cost seminar offering expert talks and continuing education hours. The broader roundup also highlights upcoming New Orleans and Northshore garden events, volunteer cleanups, and birding classes for those willing to travel a bit beyond Metairie. 
📸 Around Metairie
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Metairie
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★ Featured events ★
- Margarita & Mojito Monday at RUMBA →
RUMBA – Metairie, 5257 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie
Monday September 14
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Other local events
- Foodies + New Friends: Metairie →
Restaurant of the Week, Metairie Road, Metairie - 7th Annual Vacation Expo →
Alexander Room & Terrace, 3200 Ridgelake Drive, Metairie - RUMBA Taco Tuesday →
RUMBA – Metairie, 5257 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie
11:00 am - Executive Board Meeting →
Executive Board Room, 3200 Ridgelake Dr, Metairie
5:00 pm - JP Utility Council Meeting →
Jefferson Parish, LA Calendar - ABWA - Women's Networking Meeting
Fleming's Steakhouse, 3064 N Causeway Blvd, Metairie
11:00 am - Planning Advisory Board General Meeting →
Jefferson Parish, LA Calendar, 1221 Elmwood Park Boulevard Council Chamber, Jefferson
5:00 pm - 8th Football (A) →
John Ryan Stadium, 100 Blue Jay Way, Metairie
6:00 pm - JeffFit Health Fair →
Jefferson Parish, LA Calendar - Beyond The Grave →
5708 Airline Dr, Metairie
7:00 pm - Beyond The Grave →
5708 Airline Dr, Metairie
7:00 pm
Tuesday September 15
Wednesday September 16
Thursday September 17
Friday September 18
Friday September 25
Friday October 2
📣 Metairie Shout Outs!
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- ISO a company that can determine where a water leak is coming from.
No one can seem to find the source. It only happens when it rains. Everything on the roof has been checked. Windows have been checked. Bathroom above… (Nextdoor Metairie by The Lake) - Looking for other seniors that would be interested in getting together for a weekly lunch and game day.
Maybe scrabble, dominoes, card games, etc. anyone interested? What is your preference? *******Will close comments on Monday then try to get a group… (Nextdoor Willowdale Subdivision)
- Raising Cane's posted a job opening for Customer Service Associate in Metairie. Apply here.
- The Cheesecake Factory posted a job opening for Busser in Metairie. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Metairie here.
🗞 Nearby News
Jefferson
- A Fontainebleau junior paved the way for his coach's first career victory (nola.com)
- Tunnel to Towers Foundation pays off mortgage on home of family of fallen JPSO deputy (wgno.com)
- Metairie man sues Jefferson Parish over utility bill (fox8live.com)
Harahan
- Why the versatile PB&J remains king of the lunchbox after 125 years (nydailynews.com)
Ok Metairie! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They start each day with a cup of caw-fee. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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