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You CAN help Fight Blight!
through Wed, Jan 1, 2014
Every Wed at 11 am
http://business.fsjna.org/2010/09/you-can-help-fight-blight/
Any concerned citizen can legally remove illegal bandit signs on utility poles, neutral grounds, and city property!
There are many avenues one can take to advertise legally. Don’t let bandits advertise illegally on our avenues.
http://business.fsjna.org/2010/09/you-can-help-fight-blight/
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Sankofa Farmers Market
through Wed, Sep 10, 2014
Saturdays 10-2pm
The Sankofa Farmers Market was established to satisfy a need for healthy produce in New Orleans’ underserved and low income communities. It is the only open-air fresh market in the Ninth Ward area within a five-mile radius of the Treme, Seventh Ward, Faubourg Marigny, French Quarter, Gentilly and Mid-City neighborhoods. Founded in 2010, the Farmers Market continues to grow with new vendors and products.
Fruits & Vegetables, Fresh Seafood, Baked Goods, Vegetable and Herb Plants, and MUCH MORE!
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We are open each and every Saturday from 10-2pm.
504-872-9214
Follow us on Twitter @SankofaFMnola
Find us on Facebook!
info@sankofanola.org
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International High School Foreign Exchange Student Program
through Fri, Jun 28, 2013
This is for the 2012/2013 Academic School year
International High School-Host Family for Exchange Students
The International High School of New Orleans is looking for volunteer host families in the Greater New Orleans area who want to make a difference in a child’s life. Share your home and heart with an exchange student during the upcoming academic year beginning August 13th.
Host families provide meals, a place to sleep and study, and a warm, supportive environment. Single parents, couples with or without children and retirees are all welcome to apply as hosts.
More information on the program is available at www.ihsnola.org. Interested host families can call Lynette Lopez at the International High School at 504-554-1325.
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium seeking Bug Ambassador Volunteers
through Tue, Mar 1, 2016
Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium is seeking to fill open volunteer positions within our Bug Ambassador program. This is ongoing.
Bug Ambassadors serve as the link between the animals that we house at Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium and the thousands of guests that visit our facility each year. Bug Ambassadors interpret live animal exhibits, engage visitors in learning, and assist staff with live animal presentations.
Bug Ambassadors must be 16 years of age or older, complete the training course, and commit to one weekly shift for one year. A contribution of $30.00 helps cover costs of training materials and uniforms.
For more information visit our website at www.auduboninstitute.org/volunteers or by calling 504-587-2116.
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NOLA TimeBank FIX MIX
through Mon, Jun 10, 2013
Every Second Monday at 6:00 p.m.
Join us at the FIX MIX. It's a social gathering where together we attempt to repair items that might otherwise go to the landfill. We are fighting throwaway culture and building community self-reliance. We mend clothing, re-wire lamps, repair costume jewelry, and more.
Participation is free of charge. If you need help fixing something, bring it along and you will find help from fellow fixers.
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Now Registering Host Families
through Sat, Jun 15, 2013
9am - 8pm daily 03/19/13-06/15/13
Face the World Foundation (FTW) is
currently registering volunteer host
families now till 06/15/2013 for the
Fall semester of high school. Host
families provide a loving home,
meals and a bed. FTW provides a
Community Representative for the
host family and the student during
their time here in the USA.
Make Dreams Happen!
Contact Shelli at 888-389-1006x104
or email at shelli@facetheworld.org
www.facetheworld.org
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The Fat Pop-up Series
through Wed, Jun 26, 2013
Every last Wednesday starting at 7 pm.
Please join Casa Borrega, The Fat Falafel Food Truck, and My House as we bring you the 1st pop-up in The Fat Pop-up Series.
The first theme will be Fes (Moroccan Cuisine), menu coming soon.
For more information about:
The location:
https://www.facebook.com/pages/Casa-Borrega/136051323140695?fref=ts
The food truck:
https://www.facebook.com/thefatfalafeltruck?fref=ts
The organizer:
https://www.facebook.com/myhouseempoweringculinaryentrepreneurs?fref=ts
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St. Claude Food Truck & Art Bazaar
through Sun, Jun 23, 2013
Every 1st Sunday afternoon 11 am - 3 pm
Every 1st Sunday of the month My House, T-Lot, and St. Claude Main Street, and the St. Claude Business Association will bring you a food truck round-up/art bazaar on St. Claude.
Trucks attending April 7th event:
Beignet Roule
La Cocinita
Grilling Shelling
Empanada Intifada
Brigade Coffee
The Fat Falafel
Frencheeze
Artists attending on April 7th will be announced soon.
When: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Where: 1940 St. Claude Ave.
Please join us and help My House spread the word.
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Spring Session of French Classes
through Sat, Jun 29, 2013
11 weeks: April 8 - June 29
5 weeks: April 8 - May 11 / May 13 - June 22
Accelerated: April 8 - May 14 / May 15 - June 20
Session includes 11-week comprehensive French classes as well as 5-week specialized classes such as conversation, literature, phonetics, news & discussion, and more. This session we are introducing Accelerated Classes -- a fast track to complete a full level in just 5.5 weeks.
Full Schedule of Classes and Registration available at www.af-neworleans.org
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Weekly Wednesdays @ Art Klub!
through Wed, May 29, 2013
Every Wednesday 12-10 p.m. (Art Focus segment is from 7-10 p.m.)
SHOW US WHAT YOU'VE GOT!
We are seeking spoken wordsmiths, poets, musicians (acoustic, string, and/or unplugged),
dancers, and singers for FEATURED ARTISTS & OPEN JAM/JELLY/MASH'ers for Weekly Wednesdays!
CURRENTLY OPEN DATES:
"Real to Reel" (APR 10) FILM
"Anything Goes" (APR 17) Multidisciplinary Mashup
"Literary Speaking" (APR 24) WRITERS
Bodhi3 Hosts Weekly Wednesday (MAY 1) Bodhi3
"Real to Reel" (MAY 8) FILM
"Anything Goes"(MAY 15) Multidisciplinary Mashup
RISE (May 22) Artist Inc.'s Inaugural Fundraiser
Interested in VOLUNTEERING? Contact Stephanie Elder:
(504) 943-6565 or send an email to starxedsteph@gmail.com
Questions? Call us at (504) 943-6565 or send an email to info@artistinc.org
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Flamenco Spring Session with Eliza
through Wed, Jun 5, 2013
Wednesdays, May 1 - June 5 (no class May 15)
Flamenco Basics, 6:30 - 7:45pm
Flamenco Beyond the Basics, 7:45 - 9:00pm
6:30 - 7:45pm: FLAMENCO BASICS (Level 1)
An introduction to Flamenco, perfect for all level of beginners, the workshop will examine flamenco rhythms, zapateado (footwork), braceo (arm movement), and stylization.
7:45 - 9:00pm: FLAMENCO BEYOND THE BASICS (Level 2)
Ideal for the advanced beginner or intermediate level student, this technique and choreography driven class builds on core aspects such as zapateado, palmas (hand clapping), braceo, turns and marcajes (marking steps), as well as how to create the elegant balance of motion & energy characteristic of this art form. Get ready for a workout and the chance to explore your personal style!
Students required to have some prior experience. Questions about your level? Contact elizaflamenkita@gmail.com
*NOTE: Students of both workshops will have the opportunity to perform at the end of the session at DanceQuarter's Guest Night in June!*
Fee & Registration Info: https://clients.mindbodyonline.com/ASP/home.asp?studioid=31135
Art Melt 2013 Call for Entry, Deadline June 1st
through Sat, Jun 1, 2013
Call for entry is currently going on and will end on June 1, 2013 at midnight.
Calling all Louisiana artists: Art Melt is accepting submissions until June 1st for its exhibit, which opens July 20th at the Louisiana State Museum in downtown Baton Rouge. Learn how to submit your work by visiting artmelt.org. This multimedia, juried exhibit is the largest in the state, featuring spectacular works by Louisiana artists. Jordana Pomeroy, executive director of the LSU Museum of Art will serve as the local juror; Susan Edwards, executive director and CEO of the Frist Center for the Visual Arts in Nashville, Tennessee, will serve as the regional juror; and Jo-Anne Birnie Danzker, executive director of the Frye Art Museum in Seattle, Washington, will serve as the national juror. Visit artmelt.org and click How to Enter to submit your work!
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French Classes - Spring Session II
through Sat, Jun 22, 2013
Classes are offered throughout the week in the daytime, evenings, and Saturday mornings.
Next session of French classes starts May 13.
We offer:
Specialized Classes -
Have fun with conversation, work out those difficult sounds with phonetics, or get a dose of culture with classes focusing on France or Louisiana.
Accelerated Classes -
get on the fast track and complete a full level in just 5.5 weeks!
DELF Exam Prep Class -
Have your French skills officially recognized for life and be prepared with this class!
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Rolling Through: A Mobile Series
through Tue, Jun 25, 2013
Every Tuesday from 5 - 9 in May and June
Join us every Tuesday night in May and June for the 1st Bi-Annual Rolling Through: A Mobile Series. This is a full-on community festival with food, drinks, live music and family-friendly activities.
Thanks to wheels and mobility, we'll be making stops in Bayou Treme, Central City, Broadmoor, and Bywater/Marigny with 8+ food trucks at each stop. We'll be showcasing unique neighborhoods in New Orleans and portions of the proceeds will be given to Non-profit partners.
More details can be found at www.myhousenola.com
So keep an eye out for us! (Honestly, we'll be hard to miss.)
Thank you to our partners Bayou Treme Center, NOCCA, Good Work Network, and Broadmoor Improvement Association.
Thank you to our sponsors: Old New Orleans Rum, The Boston Beer Company, and YELP.
Tigers, Bananas, Bears...Oh Yeah!
through Sun, May 26, 2013
May 17-26 (Fri-Sat-Sun @ 8 p.m., plus 2 p.m. Sat)
Tickets are $10 General Admission and $5 for Children Ages 12 & Under, available at the door only!
COME 30 MINS. EARLY AND ENTER OUR MIDWAY OF SILLY GAMES and play with our lively cast who will entertain and thrill you before the main show.
When the performance sparkles to life there are apples converging on clowns and lonely Charlie Chaplins searching the sad seas. Don't forget to look up and holler for your peanuts from our flying peanut vendor. Jump on our whoopie cushion. Frisky frolicking furry friends find their way into your hearts, while their paws pickpocket your picnics.
Matt Bell and His Orchestra create a live soundtrack for the stage.
DO NOT ACT YOUR AGE! DO NOT STAY IN YOUR SEATS! It's a thrill ride of a show filled with sights sounds and smells! A show to tickle your heart and incite your imagination!
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Cripple Creek Players Present Bruce Norris' CLYBOURNE PARK
through Sun, Jun 23, 2013
Every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday @ 8 p.m. Post-Show Reflections will occur following each Saturday performance.
Cripple Creek is bringing the regional premiere of Bruce Norris’ “Clybourne Park,” the hottest ticket on Broadway in 2012 to New Orleans at The Shadowbox Theatre!
A response to Lorraine Hansberry’s masterpiece “A Raisin in the Sun,” “Clybourne Park” has won numerous awards including the 2011 Pulitzer Prize for Drama and the 2012 Tony® Award for Best Play.
“Clybourne Park” takes place in a house in south Chicago over a span of 50 years. In 1956, the house is located in a white neighborhood and sold to an African-American family (the Younger family in "A Raisin in the Sun"). Then in 2009 the neighborhood has changed into an African-American community and the house is sold to a white couple. Uproariously funny, Norris dissects race relations and middle class hypocrisies in America past and present.
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The Future of St. Roch & all down river communities
through Sat, Jul 20, 2013
Saturday, May 18, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM (CDT)
Sat. June 15, 2013
Sat. July 20, 2013
As our communities move forward in the 21st Century,we have a need to understand the conversations of past which may drive our future. Some of these conversations do not serve the future we see for ourselves or our children.
Come out and take part in these community workshops over this summer which will support a future worth having and a quality community in the down river neighborhoods.
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FREE WEEK!!
through Sat, May 25, 2013
Tuesday, May 21, 2013- May 25, 2013 9am-5pm
Psst... don't tell anyone, but we're planning our annual free week to kick off on May 21st! It'll last through the 25th and we'll have TONS of [SELECTED] free materials to give away, some door prizes and a few friends will help out with coffee and nibbles in the store. Who says there's no such thing as a free lunch?
We sure don't!
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New Orleans Wine & Food Experience 2013
through Sat, May 25, 2013
See full schedule
Over the past 20 years the New Orleans Wine & Food Experience has raised more than $1 million for non-profit organizations right here in our community, while showcasing local food and chefs, and national and international wines. You're invited to raise a glass and be a part of the festivities as we make New Orleans a better place to live, work and play.
This year in an effort to fight hunger and support culinary education, the 2013 beneficiaries will share 100% of the proceeds. Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana will receive 40% and the following will share the remaining 60%: the Louisiana Restaurant Association Education Foundation's ProStart Program, Delgado Culinary Arts School, New Orleans Center for the Creative Arts’ Culinary Program, the John Folse Culinary Institute and the Edible Schoolyard New Orleans.
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SECOND BAPTIST 6TH DISTRICT GOSPELFEST
through Sun, May 26, 2013
Saturday & Sunday Noon til Six
TWO DAY CHURCH BENEFIT with,Great New Orleans Food,Louisiana Arts & Crafts,Kids Games & Pony Rides & Live Gospel Music featuring: The New Orleans Spiritualettes ,The Famous Rocks of Harmony,The Zion Harmonizers,The Friendly Travelers,Joe Cool Davis & Cordell Chambliss,Deacon John Moore,Dr. Michael White & The Original Liberty Street Jazz Band,The Storyville Stompers Brass Band,Casa Samba,Amazion B.C.Choir,Ephesians B.C. Choir,Greater Tulane B.C. Mime Ministry,Zion Travelers 2nd B.C. Choir, Mt. Hermon B.C. Choir, Metropolitan B.C. Mime Ministry , Second Baptist 6th District Choir.
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Mid-City Memorial Day Weekend Food Truck Party
through Mon, May 27, 2013
Sunday, and Monday from 2-7pm
Join My House NOLA, 12 Mile Limit, Juan's Flying Burrito, and Mid-City Neighborhood Organization this Memorial Day weekend for a...
2 DAY FOOD TRUCK AND OVERALL PARTY FEATURING TWO AMAZING MID-CITY STAPLE LOCATIONS: 12 MILE LIMIT AND JUAN'S FLYING BURRITO.
How else would you want to celebrate the long weekend? Delicious food options and awesome music all in Mid-city.
Details:
Where:
Sunday, May 26 at 12 Mile Limit (500 S. Telemachus)
Monday, May 27th at Juan's Flying Burrito (4724 S. Carrolton)
When: Both days from 2 pm - 7 pm
Trucks attending:
Sunday: Grilling Shelling, NOLA Ice, NOLA Truck, Food Drunk, Rue Chow
Monday: NOLA Girl, La Cocinita, Empanada Intifada, Fat Falafel, Brigade Coffee,
Thank you to our sponsors: Old New Orleans Rum, The Boston Beer Company, and The Mid-City Neighborhood Organization
For more information and other My House NOLA events go to: www.myhousenola.com
The 4th Annual New Orleans Oyster Festival
through Sun, Jun 2, 2013
Saturday, June 1: 1:00pm – 9:00pm
Sunday, June 2: 12:30pm – 8:30pm
Nearly 20 restaurants will be showing off the versatility of our region’s favorite bivalve at the New Orleans Oyster Festival. Launched in 2010 by representatives of the Louisiana oyster community, the festival celebrates local oysters along with the men and women who harvest, process and cook them. Proceeds from the Festival support the Louisiana oyster community, fisherman and their families, and security for the 8th District Police Department.
Over the past two years, the festival has raised over $30,000 to support coastal restoration and the French Quarter. The Festival will once again feature oyster competitions including the Acme Oyster Eating Contest, the P&J Oyster Shucking Competition and the New Orleans Fish House Largest Oyster Contest.
For more information, visit www.neworleansoysterfestival.org, call the festival hotline at (504) 835-6410 or visit on Facebook (The-New-Orleans-Oyster-Festival) and Twitter (@nola_oyster).
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Nurturing Fathers Parenting Group
through Fri, Aug 16, 2013
This class starts on Friday, June 7th from 5:30pm-7:00pm and runs weekly through Friday, August 16th.
10-week evidence-based program for men that focuses on using male strengths as the base upon which to build effective relationship and parenting skills. Group members who successfully complete will participate in a graduation ceremony and receive a certificate of completion. Course topics include: The Roots of Fathering & Fathering “The Little Boy Within”; The Power to Meet My Own Needs; The World of Feelings and Male Nurturance; The Power to Nurture: Fathering without Violence or Fear; Overcoming Barriers to Nurturing Fathering; Discipline and Fun & Games; Fathering Sons/Fathering Daughters; Teamwork between Father and Spouse/Co-parent; Time and Place for Fathering & Healing the Father Wound; and Commitment to My Family. Facilitator: Dr. Dena L. Moore, Ph.D., LPC - S
Early Registration Discount by May 24th: $240 (After May 24th: $300)
Online Registration: http://www.neworleanstherapycenter.com/appointments/ or 504-684-5368.
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French Market Creole Tomato Festival 2013
through Sun, Jun 9, 2013
Hours on both days are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This year's 27th annual Creole Tomato Festival runs from Saturday, June 8 to Sunday, June 9 at the historic French Market. Hours on both days are from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Festival-goers can also enjoy the Cajun-Zydeco Festival that same weekend at the Old U.S. Mint, directly across Barracks Street from the French Market.
Admission to the festival is free and open to the public.
Food booths typically offer Creole tomato favorites like Fried Green Tomatoes, Creole Tomato Bloody Marys, Creole Tomato with Shrimp Salad, Stuffed Shrimp with Grilled Creole Tomato over Jasmine Rice, Creole Tomato Basil Crepes, Creole Tomato Gelato, Creole Tomato Cream Crawfish Pies, Blooming Onion on a bed of Creole Tomato and more!
Want more? The Louisiana Cajun Zydeco Festival runs concurrently at the Old US Mint.
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French Immersion Summer Camp by Alliance Française
through Fri, Jun 28, 2013
Camp takes place Monday - Friday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm, or 8:00 am
-5:30 pm with before & aftercare. Choose one week, two weeks, or all three weeks.
All French levels welcome!
Give your kids the opportunity to experience a French immersion curriculum integrated with fun activities like visual arts, music, theater, sports, dance, and much more! Campers enrolled in the full 3 weeks will have the chance to display their newfound skills with an exhibition and performance!
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The Funding Seed's Fundraising Intensive Program
through Thu, Mar 13, 2014
Group learning lessons take place from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. on the second Thursday of each month.
Now accepting applications for enrollment in the 2013-2014 class of The Fundraising Intensive Program, a new training opportunity presented by The Funding Seed!
Details & application at thefundingseed.com.
The Fundraising Intensive Program is a 10-month course that gives you tools to raise funds for your nonprofit. Through a combination of group learning and one-on-one coaching, participants will learn best practices & practical skills related to a range of fundraising activities.
Over the course of the program, participants will learn about:
Fundraising Planning
Individual Donor Development
Major Donors
Fundraising Campaigns
Year-End Fundraising
Fundraising by Mail and Email
Grant Research & Writing
Board & Volunteer Engagement
Space is limited. To apply for the inaugural 2013-2014 class, visit thefundingseed.com & complete the application by Friday, May 24 at 5pm.
Questions? Call (504) 307-7220 or email info@thefundingseed.com.
Ghost Hunter University
through Sun, Jun 16, 2013
3 day seminar series beginning Thursday and ending on Sunday.
Hotel Maison de Ville has been receiving reports of paranormal activity almost as long as it has been operation. Thanks to a full-scale investigation by the Ghosts of Louisiana Paranormal Society we now have official evidence to back those claims. While none of the paranormal anomalies seem to be malicious there is certainly a "spooky" factor to the recent findings. Audio recorders, left in unoccupied rooms, picked up at least 6 different voices. Perhaps the most startling audio evidence came from a room on the second floor of the slave quarters that is reported to have survived the Great New Orleans Fire of 1788. A woman's voice in that recording whispered "burning... catch me". Amongst the orbs, shadows and voices in our rooms lies your, personal ghost-hunt expedition.
This is not just another New Orleans ghost tour! It is an interactive exploration of the paranormal at the site of abundantly reported paranormal activity. Space is limited so sign up now.
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CMSA's 23rd Annual Conference & Expo
through Fri, Jun 28, 2013
June 25 - 28, 2013
A flame represents the inception of something new, a sign that the perfect conditions have aligned to create light. But how does the flame maintain its resilience? The light will continue to burn bright only through a chain reaction- a pathway- whereby both internal and external forces unite to nurture its brilliance.
In June 2013, shine your light for case management at CMSA’s 23rd Annual Conference & Expo in New Orleans, LA. This multi-day journey is the sole health care event designed to deliver clinical, professional, regulatory and personal growth for the present and future of cross-continuum case management. Whether your case management light has been glowing for years, your flame is brand new or you would like to generate a spark, a spot is waiting for you in New Orleans.
Register here: http://registration3.experientevent.com/showCMS131/.
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Ghost Hunter University
through Sun, Aug 25, 2013
A unique summer camp experience for adults starting Friday afternoon with seminars and hands-on training lasting until Sunday at noon.
Come with cameras in hand and be prepared to catch spirits on film*! This unique camp will include a complete seminar series on the what, why and how-to’s of ghost hunting followed by live, interactive paranormal investigations.
Also included in camp tuition is a meet and greet cocktail reception and a dinner catered by the famous Court of Two Sisters.
Anyone with an interest in New Orleans history and the paranormal, be they well versed in all things haunted or not, is encouraged to attend. This is not just another New Orleans ghost tour!
*Technical equipment will be provided for use during the camp but personal cameras are also recommended.
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