“Self Portrait” by Katie McDowell (18), New Orleans Center for Creative Arts "An Old Man in Military Costume" by Simone Wuttke (18), Dartmouth College (recent Benjamin Franklin High School graduate) "This oil on canvas painting is inspired by Rembrandt's 'An Old...
I have sat with anger ingrained in my ribs night after night. I know the five stages of grief. Why am I so stuck on anger? Denial was the first one. It hit when I stood in front of my fridge all alone in my house with my knees wobbling, staring at the screen on my...
Partner Yoga Poses by Laurie Azzano of Lolo’s Youth StudioYaaaas, finally! Hello, summer! Inhale deadlines. Exhale freedom. If you’re like most, summer represents one big sigh of relief. No more early morning alarm clocks, homework, tests, school drama, or crazy,...
Makes 20-24 brownies (depending on how big you slice them) BAKE TIME: 30 minutesIngredients 6 eggs 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 3 cups brown sugar 1 cup white sugar 2 sticks butter 1/2 cup Crisco shortening 1 1/2 cups baking cocoa powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 3 teaspoons...
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or any form of mental distress, reach out to someone right away who can be there for you. Professional help is always an option when your psychological well-being is at risk. There is zero shame in...
Teen-Friendly NOLA ClinicsClinics that serve adolescents usually focus on the reproductive health needs of adolescents and young adults but may also provide primary care services. The ages served vary depending on the clinic, but they usually include preteens (11 or...
Have you ever wondered how you can apply astrology to your everyday life but don’t know where to start? Astrology can be very complex and sometimes overwhelming to interpret, so I have compiled a quick guide to help you consciously incorporate daily practices to...
Did you know clothing isn’t biodegradable?That means it doesn’t decompose once it’s dumped in the trash—it just sits in a landfill and creates nasty greenhouse gases in our environment. “We have to think longer and harder about the clothing we wear, where it came...
New Orleanians love their glitter, and, more than ever, we all deserve a little extra sparkle in our lives. Addie Ellis of the local biodegradable glitter company Glitter Nymph shared with us how to make shimmery oil that is good for your skin and nature. Since you...
I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me by Jamison Shea What it’s about: Laure will do anything to prove a Black girl can be a star in the cutthroat world of Parisian ballet, even make a deal with a primordial power she finds in a pulsating river of blood in the...
Are you looking for inspiring ways to volunteer in the local community while fulfilling your school’s service hour requirements? We’ve talked to some great organizations in the area that rely on volunteers to help their wonderful programs run. Learn more about each...
Imagine that you just found out you are pregnant. For some young people, this may be exciting news; for others, it is not. Questions swirl: How can I take care of a baby and finish school? How can I afford to be a parent if I don’t finish school? How will my parents...
Lucy Scholz is my “shero” because she ran 300 miles from Los Angeles, California, to Las Vegas, Nevada, as part of The Speed Project. That’s roughly like running to Houston, Texas, or Seaside, Florida, from New Orleans! Not only did she win the 2023 competition and...
Careers in Skilled Trades With the cost of college continuing to rise, skilled trade careers are a great alternative pathway to stable, well-paying work and upward social mobility. Many trade workers provide essential services and help build and maintain important...
What: The market will host nearly 90 vendors including flea market vendors, farmers, art vendors, live music, unique cuisine, and more.
When: 12:00–4:00 pm
Where: Freret St. and Napoleon Ave.
What: This year’s theme is “art as activism.” Participants will learn about renewable resources in a time of climate change and how to make ink and pens from sustainable materials and create drawings from the gardens on handmade paper. You’ll be outside and working with your hands and sharp tools so dress comfortably.
When: 9:30 am–12:00 pm
Where: Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Rd. (The event is free, but please register online)
What: Put on your best costume for a scary good time at NORD’s annual Teen Halloween Dance! Enjoy a live DJ, costume and dance contests, raffles, candy, and more!
When: 7:00–10:00 pm
Where: Lyons Rec Center, 624 Louisiana Ave.
What: The festival celebrates New Orleans’ favorite sandwich with four stages of music, and more than 35 local po-boy vendors.
When: 10:00 am–6:00 pm
Where: Oak Street in the Carrollton neighborhood
What: This multi-day celebration features illuminated installations, digital sculptures, video-mapping projections, and art animated by technology.
When: 6:00–10:00 pm
Where: Lafayette Square and along Lafayette Street to Fulton Street
What: Join tens of thousands of fans as they converge at Wizard World Comic Con New Orleans to celebrate the best in pop culture.
When: 4:00–9:00 pm (Friday), 10:00 am–7:00 pm (Saturday), 10:00 am–4:00 pm (Sunday)
Where: New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd
What: Check out New Orleans’ canine Mardi Gras krewe to see lots and lots of adorable dogs in costumes. Your furry best friend can even be part of the parade (registration information is on their website)!
When: Rolls at 2:00 pm
Where: The parade starts at Armstrong Park (N. Rampart at St. Ann) and proceeds on a 15-block route through the French Quarter.
TIP: Check out the websites of the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission, NORDC.ORG,
New Orleans Public Library, NOLALIBRARY.ORG,
YMCA of Greater New Orleans, YMCANEWORLEANS.ORG,
and New Orleans JCC, NOJCC.ORG,
for special activities, events.
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