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Joe Biden Becomes The 46th President
WASHINGTON (AP) — Joe Biden became the 46th president of the United States on Wednesday, declaring that “democracy has prevailed” as he took the helm of a deeply divided nation and inherited a confluence of crises arguably greater than…
YEAH! YOGA announces YEAH! YOGA Gras
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – YEAH! YOGA (Youth Empowerment and Healing), a New Orleans non-profit dedicated to sharing the tools of yoga and mindfulness with youth involved with and impacted by the criminal legal system, is hosting its first ever…
PJ’s Coffee Brings a Taste of Mardi Gras to Locations Around the Country with Themed Beverages
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – All hail Carnival! PJ’s Coffee of New Orleans (PJ’s) is kicking off the Mardi Gras season with several carnival-inspired drinks: King Cake Crème, King Cake Latte, King Cake Protein Velvet Ice and Zulu Coconut Iced…
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, New Orleans Couple Explains Why the Holocaust Must Continue to Be Remembered
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The United States Holocaust Memorial Museum will host its 2021 “What You Do Matters” Southeast Virtual Event on Feb. 11, 2021, at 7 p.m., chaired by Mara and Joshua Force of New Orleans, to gain…
It’s Carnival Time at JAMNOLA with New Installations Celebrating Mardi Gras Culture
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Break out the face paint, throw on some sequins, don a purple wig and make your way to JAMNOLA to celebrate carnival! The can’t-miss experience starts Friday, Jan. 22, and will be on display through…
King Cakes Now Available at Galatoire’s Restaurant
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Galatoire’s is excited to announce the restaurant will now offer King Cakes this Mardi Gras season, available by pre-order. Each cake serves 12-14. “As we continue to once again shift our services in an ever-changing…
The New Orleans Vampire Café Debuts in the French Quarter
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Today, The New Orleans Vampire Café, a one-of-a-kind café experience inspired by eternal life and the quintessential mystique of New Orleans, debuts in the heart of the famed French Quarter. Offering an authentic immersion in…
New Orleans Public Library Celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with Virtual Event
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The New Orleans Public Library is honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with “Remember! Celebrate! Act!”, a virtual celebration, on Thursday, Jan. 14, and Friday, Jan. 15. Organized by the Library’s African…
Krewe of Orpheus Offers Coveted Float Artwork
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The Krewe of Orpheus is offering their signature floral works of art after years of requests by krewe members and the public alike. By engaging local artists, funds raised from the sale of the papier-mâché…
New Orleans Film Society Presents 2021 Sundance Film Festival - Tickets On Sale Now
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The New Orleans Film Society (NOFS) and The Broadside, in partnership with the nonprofit Sundance Institute, are pleased to share 12 films that will be presented in New Orleans as part of the Satellite Screens…
One Man Show About "America's First Black Renaissance Man" Opens at JPAS
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Next week, Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents a one-man show about the life of the great African-American bass-baritone, scholar, actor, and athlete Paul Robeson. The show is offered for two performances only on Saturday, Jan.…
Rivertown Theaters For the Performing Arts Brings Back Local Favorite And The Ball and All
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts will bring back the popular, locally written And The Ball and All on the Main Stage this January. Written and Directed by Ricky Graham STARRING: Becky Allen Tracey Collins…
City Park Names Cara Lambright New CEO
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Following an extensive national search, the New Orleans City Park Board of Directors announced today that Cara Lambright will become the next Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the 167-year-old park starting this February. Lambright comes…
Lt. Gov. Nungesser and Volunteer Louisiana seek 2021 Champions of Service Nominations; Encourage safe participation on MLK Day of Service
BATON ROUGE, La. (press release) – Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and Volunteer Louisiana encourage Louisianans to get involved in their communities this month, either by volunteering or nominating a Champion of Service in their area who has demonstrated compassion and dedication…
Girl Scout Cookie Season Kicks Off in Southeast Louisiana, Bringing Joy During Challenging Times
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Girl Scouts Louisiana East and Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) kicked off the 2021 Girl Scout Cookie season nationally, during a challenging time when many Girl Scouts are selling in creative, socially distant,…
Arnaud's Restaurant Partners with Mardi Gras World for Weekend Long Valentine's Offering, Feb. 12-14
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – It’s sure to be a festive February with the marriage of two beloved holidays, Mardi Gras and Valentine’s Day. And while Carnival Season will look a bit different this year, Arnaud’s is making it easy…
King Cake Specialty Coffee and Treats around NOLA - CC's Coffee House
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The majority of events and fanfare surrounding Mardi Gras are canceled this year, but CC’s Coffee House is keeping the spirit alive with the launch of two brand new Mardi Gras specialty coffee drinks:…
Commander's Palace Keeps Up Mardi Gras Spirit and Supports " Hire a Mardi Gras Artist" Initiative
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Though the Mardi Gras parades are cancelled for 2021, the spirit is still alive in the Big Easy! The Krewe of Red Beans is taking the New Orleans spirit that makes carnival floats and is…
GW Fins Is Now Selling Individual Praline Cream Soft Pretzel King Cakes By The 1/2 Dozen
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – GW Fins couldn’t let the Mardi Gras season roll by without celebrating! Executive Chef Michael Nelson has created a modern take on the traditional King Cake – Individual Soft Pretzel King Cakes filled with Praline…
New Grant From Foundation for Louisiana to Fund Up to 40 Louisiana Artists
BATON ROUGE, La (press release) – For the first time in its organizational history, Foundation for Louisiana (FFL) has announced a round of grantmaking in support of Louisiana arts & culture. The new opportunity pays homage to the ways in…
Create Your Own Mardi Gras Krewe with New Orleans Artists and Carnival Experts
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – New Orleans-based, arts education non-profit, KID smART, is inviting revelers of all ages to explore the music, movement, and visuals that bring Mardi Gras to life with a series of interactive, virtual events beginning Jan.…
New Orleans Public Library Celebrates Martin Luther King, Jr. Day with Virtual Event
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The New Orleans Public Library is honoring the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with “Remember! Celebrate! Act!”, a virtual celebration, on Thursday, Jan. 14, and Friday, Jan. 15. Organized by the Library’s African…
Tuition-Free In-Person and Virtual Dance Classes Available for Local Youth Ages 3-18
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The New Orleans Ballet Association (NOBA)’s Center for Dance (CFD), in partnership with the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission (NORD) and St. Bernard Parish Public Schools, will hold online registrations beginning Jan. 19 for the spring…
Ogden Museum's After School Art Club Starts Tue., Jan 19
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Awaken your child’s imagination and creativity in our Online After School Art Club! This session is dedicated to looking at and making artwork inspired by the theme, "Feeling Healthy and Strong." Artists will learn about…
SOUL to Plant a Tree in Front of Every Home in Historic Pontchartrain Park
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – On Friday, Jan. 15, local nonprofit organization Sustaining Our Urban Landscape (SOUL) will launch its Reforesting Pontchartrain Park campaign, an exciting new initiative to plant 700 native trees in historic Pontchartrain Park—one in front…
Lark In The Park: “Picnic with your Pod” and Help Secure the Future of City Park
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Friends of City Park is pleased to announce their 2021 Lark Picnic in the Park fundraiser will be taking place in a COVID-19 safe variation on Sunday, March 14 in New Orleans City Park. The…
Ozanam Inn Purchases New, Larger Facility to Serve Homeless Population
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Ozanam Inn announced that it has purchased a new facility at 2239 Poydras St., completing the act of sale on Dec. 23, 2020. Since 1955, the nonprofit has offered emergency shelter, aid and comfort to the poor and…
FASTNACHT, CARNEVALE, CARNIVAL: Cochon Butcher Celebrates Carnival Around The World
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Carnival season in New Orleans is celebrated from Jan. 6 – Twelfth Night – through the day before Ash Wednesday – Fat Tuesday. Carnival is also celebrated around the world in similar fashion and chefs…
Teach For America Greater New Orleans Supports Teachers/Students in Return to Virtual Learning
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Given the increasing COVID cases and positive test rates, NOLA Public Schools made the difficult decision to return entirely to virtual learning. Teach For America Greater New Orleans (TFA GNO) has monitored these rates and is…
GW Fins Is Kicking Off 2021 By Giving Guests A $21 Gift
NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Announced this week, for every $100 guests spend in to-go orders placed online, GW Fins will send them a $21 gift card to use in the next three months for either dining at the restaurant or…
