Social Aid & Pleasure Clubs

Video: Valley of Silent Men 2026

Tue, 08/25/26

This is the first few minutes of the 2026-27 second line parading season in New Orleans as Valley of Silent Men step out on August 23, 2026! WWOZ out in the streets with Indi the Doll. The 97-degree heat didn't slow them down at all. The parade went on for four more hours a... Read more

In Memoriam: Jerome "Big Duck" Smith

Mon, 08/24/26

Jerome "Big Duck" Smith, a Freedom Rider, civil rights leader, community organizer, culture bearer, and mentor passed Friday, August 21, 2026 at the age of 87. Smith dedicated his life to justice and to preserving the culture of New Orleans. As a young man, he participated... Read more

Celebrating Jerome "Big Duck" Smith

Mon, 08/24/26

Six Ward Steppers are hosting a second line memorial celebrating the life and legacy of "Big Duck" Smith on Wednesday, August 26 starting at 6pm. START at Tuba Fats Square (1600 St. Philip St) END Hunters Field (1659 N. Claiborne Ave.) Six Ward Steppers ask everyone to c... Read more