The St. Joseph’s altar is one of those Catholic traditions, in this case a Sicilian Catholic tradition, that, through some creative adaption, south Louisiana has made its own. Among all the breads and cakes shaped into religious symbols — a monstrance, chalice, cross, heart, dove, Bible — it’s not unusual to find an alligator. A Read More…
The Broadwide is hosting a special screening of “Scrap,” a movie chronicling the journey of stuff we throw out, on Wednesday (March 15). The event is a benefit for the Repair Cafe, a nonprofit that helps New Orleanians fix their stuff instead of throwing it out. “Scrap,” a feature documentary by Stacey Tennenbaum, explores the Read More…
Liberty’s Kitchen, a youth workforce development organization in Mid-City, will get some national attention on Tuesday when it will be featured on the daytime talk show, The Kelly Clarkson Show. This show spotlights everyday people working to improve their communities, alongside its celebrity guests and performances. The Liberty’s Kitchen episode will air on Tuesday (Feb. Read More…
It’s Lent, the season of the Friday fish fry. Below are some fish fry opportunities in the Mid-City area, all benefiting a church or nonprofit. See here for the archdiocese’s full list of church fish fries in the metro area. If you know of a fish fry in the Mid-City area that’s not on Read More…
Dear Son: You still inspire me to strive for excellence. You fill my heart with joy. Your gentle smile keeps me going. You make me want to work to make this world a little bit better. You make me want to be a great father. And every day, I have learned from you. The late Read More…
InspireNOLA high school students from Edna Karr, Eleanor McMain, and McDonogh 35 hosted a peace walk on January 11th, bringing awareness to the ongoing gun violence happening across New Orleans with the strive for peace in the city. NOLALove advocates for our youth by providing services focused on academic excellence, mental health awareness, family wellness, Read More…
The Budweiser Clydesdales will be in town for Mardi Gras, and the public will have the chance to meet them at the 13th annual Horses, Hops & Cops fundraiser in City Park. The Louisiana Hospitality Foundation and Budweiser will be hosting the fundraiser on Wednesday, Feb. 8. The free annual event helps raise money for Read More…
Barcelo Gardens Fresh Market celebrates permanent location Jan. 29 at 3440 Piety St. to bring more fresh produce to food deserts in Louisiana. Barcelo Gardens Fresh Market is excited to announce the opening of the newest location, a permanent venue at 3440 Piety St. This new venture, featuring a brick-and-mortar store and multi-use open space, will bring fresh vegetables Read More…
Dear Son: The scripture teaches parents that we should “train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old, he will not turn from it” Proverbs 22:6. I believe and follow that scripture as an anchor to my fatherhood. Indeed, being a father to you, Christopher A. Etienne, Jr., is my most Read More…
The Trombone Shorty Foundation and the Gia Maione Prima Foundation, in partnership with Warren Easton Charter High School, will present the annual “Tunes for Toys” toy drive and concert on Friday (Dec. 16). It will be held outdoors at Warren Easton High School’s Legacy Field. The concert will feature live performances by The Soul Rebels, Read More…
