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Uptown Parade Schedule 2024
Here's the Uptown Parade schedule, where you can find out when to catch the festivities on St. Charles Avenue, the heart of Mardi Gras celebrations: FRIDAY Feb 2 Krewe of Oshun 6:00pm Krewe of Cleopatra follows Krewe of Alla follows SATURDAY Feb 3 Krewe of Pontchartrain 9:300am* Legion of Mars follows Krewe of Choctaw follows Krewe of Freret follows Knights of Sparta/Spartan Society 1:00pm SUNDAY Feb 4 Krewe of Pygmalion 10:00am The Mystic Krewe of Femme Fatale 11:00am Krewe of Carrollton 12:30pm Krewe of King Arthur 1:30pm WEDNESDAY Feb 7 Krewe of Druids 6:15pm Krewe of Nyx 6:45pm THURSDAY Feb 8 2024 Knights of Babylon 5:30pm Knights of Chaos follows Krewe of Muses follows FRIDAY Feb 9 2024 Krewe of Hermes 5:30pm Krewe d'Etat 6:30pm Krewe of Morpheus 7:00pm SATURDAY Feb 10 2024 Krewe of Iris 11:00am Krewe of Tucks SUNDAY Feb 11 2024 Krewe of Okeanos 11:00am Krewe of Mid-City follows Krewe of Thoth 12:00pm Krewe of Bacchus 5:15pm MONDAY Feb 12 2024 LUNDI GRAS Krewe of Proteus 5:15pm Krewe of Orpheus 6:00pm TUESDAY Feb 13 2024 MARDI GRAS Krewe of Zulu 8:00am Krewe of Rex 10:30am Krewe of Elks Orleans follows Krewe of Crescent City follows As always, there will be spectacular floats, vibrant costumes, and infectious energy. *Some schedules may change due to weather. Sign up for Nola Ready alerts for updates! 2023 Annual Meeting  The St. Charles Avenue Association will gather together for its Annual Meeting of the Members, Wednesday, November 15th, at the home of Walton and Jeffrey Goldring,
5428 St. Charles Avenue at 5:30 pm. This 12,800 square foot Italian Revival house was Inspired by Palladio’s Basilica in Vicenza. It features a single-story portico with a cut-stone arcade and a balustrade terrace above. The house also has a secondary facade with picturesque Mediterranean Revival features, including iron gates, a second-story pergola, and a tower. Accommodating the clients’ art collection, the interior plan by Ken Tate Architects combines smooth plaster walls and simple casings with adorned ceilings, including groin and barrel vaults, beams, and paneling. The house was awarded the 2019 Pinnacle Stone Award and the 2019 Addison Mizner Award for best single family residence over 10,000 square feet. 5:30 pm Annual Meeting Cocktail Reception immediately following Open to all 2023 Dues Paying Members Annual dues will be accepted at the reception desk. Payments by check at the door; credit cards payments are accepted online. Update on the Oaks Along the Avenue From Bayou Tree Service, Inc.  Photo by Chris Granger As cooling temperatures bring relief to the landscapes and urban forests of the New Orleans area, we can and should reflect upon the tumultuous summer weather that is gradually, and thankfully, dissipating. Our trees have been blistered by unrelenting heat, starved by historical drought, stressed by constant infrastructure improvements, and vexed by myriad conflicts with the public. All of this, along with the uncertainty that accompanies the looming threat of saltwater intrusion, presents a forecast for our historical trees that can begin to feel a touch too holiday-appropriate as we approach spooky season. To put it bluntly, New Orleans’ trees have experienced a summer of unprecedented challenges.
Although these situations have been distressing, I feel confident in the future. New Orleans holds a deeply rooted cultural and historical affection for our trees, an affection that remains at the core of life here for so many of us. Finding common ground in our will to preserve and protect these urban trees, especially our heritage Live Oaks, is the foundation of sound tree care; moreover, I find that with each passing year our cooperation in caring for our urban forests becomes more and more effective. Unprecedented challenges demand unprecedented solutions, and the summer circumstances we have faced this year have forced us to address tree related conflicts in a manner more unified, more committed, and more innovative than ever before. Communication between Bayou Tree Service, Saint Charles Avenue Association, the City of New Orleans, and Private citizens/companies has never been as well coordinated as it is today. While many of the tree-related headlines this year have focused on the loss of historical trees, it is important to highlight the establishment of new trees and the retention of so many of our historical specimens. Every day, Bayou Tree Service arborists meet with homeowners and private businesses to inspect, maintain, and care for live oaks near or on to the Avenue. We work in close collaboration with City of New Orleans personnel and members of the Saint Charles Avenue Association whenever possible. Through the St. Charles Avenue Association’s annual commitment to fertilizing the Avenue’s Live Oaks, for instance, Bayou Tree plays an active role in the regular maintenance that is vital to the health and safety of the trees and of the public. Of course, as trees are inevitably lost, replacement is the key to ensuring a flourishing canopy for centuries to come. This past year witnessed the installation of over fifteen newly planted live oaks, and a strong commitment from the city to replace and replant any trees that are lost. Thanks to the continued efforts of the Saint Charles Avenue Association, we have been able to meet the challenge of this summer and come into the fall with a brighter outlook for the future of our live oaks. - Scott Harlamert, Bayou Tree Service, Inc.  Entry Plaza at Audubon Park
The Saint Charles Avenue Association has made a donation of $20,000 to the Audubon Nature Institute to re-landscape and beautify the St. Charles Avenue Entry Plaza at Audubon Park. Originally, the Garden Study Club of New Orleans and New Orleans Town Gardeners contacted the Audubon Institute to support a community beautification project to honor the 200th birthday of landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted, known as "the father of landscape architecture.” His nephew and adopted son, John Charles Olmsted, did the design for Audubon Park. Audubon Park suggested revamping the St. Charles Avenue entrance. SCAA joined meetings in November to discuss the scope, design intent, and other operational possibilities. The garden space will be utilized as a center for education and environmental stewardship, with an emphasis on native and pollinator friendly plants. The space will also provide educational volunteer opportunities. Planting will be done in the front and around the fountain, and the irrigation system will be replaced. SCAA is excited about this opportunity to partner with the Garden Study Club of New Orleans and New Orleans Town Gardeners, and to participate in the beautification of Audubon Park! Contractor mistakenly fells century-old live oak on St. Charles Avenue - Nola.com article11/14/2022
Contractor mistakenly fells century-old live oak on St. Charles Avenue
Also: St. Charles Avenue Association gets $100,000 endowment to protect live oaks. Read The Advocate article here, and donations can be made under Acorn Society on The St. Charles Avenue Association's website.  Repaving Update, 2022 Annual Meeting, and Dues Reminder Repaving Update Lesli Harris’ office received the following update from Roadwork NOLA on the St. Charles Avenue repaving from Nashville Avenue to Napoleon Avenue: This project is still in the Planning Phase and the scope will include asphalt-concrete overlay, full depth base patching, removal/replacement of sidewalks and ADA ramps, curb modifications including replacing curb and gutter, manhole and catch basin adjustments, and pavement markings along St. Charles Avenue from Nashville Avenue to Napoleon Avenue. This project is set to start in the first quarter of 2023.  2022 Annual Meeting
The St. Charles Avenue Association will gather together for its Annual Meeting of the Members at the home of Betsy and Gary Laborde 4730 St. Charles Avenue Wednesday November 16, 2022. 5:30 pm Annual Meeting Cocktail Reception immediately following Open to all 2022 Dues Paying Members Annual dues will be accepted at the reception desk. Payments by check at the door; credit cards payments are accepted here. Membership Levels & Dues Since its founding in 1972, The St. Charles Avenue Association has encouraged the preservation of its historic and residential character. We need your support so that we can continue our efforts to maintain and improve the Avenue. Join our many members by becoming a member or renewing your membership today! Individual/Family $45 Benefactor $150 Business/Corporate $200 Sponsor $1000 Membership dues can be paid by mail or on our website, Click here to pay dues now Our Mailing Address is: St. Charles Avenue Association, 5500 Prytania Street, #525, New Orleans, LA 70115 SCAA Board of Directors President: Odom Heebe, Vice President: Ned Bergin, Secretary: Jennifer Heebe, Treasurer: Holly Snodgrass Members Suzanne Brown, Court Carrere, Vanessa Claiborne, Martin de Laureal, Jr., Billy Freiberg, Brad Gottsegen, Lesli Harris, Sara Kelso, Price Lanier, Fred Lyon, Everard Marks, John Mills, Taylor Morgan, Randy Opotowsky, , Anne Redd, Chip Saulsbury, Peter Trapolin, and James Van Horn Executive Director: Lesley Hardin Visit our Contact Page to make a Donation Now Mobile COVID-19 Testing in New Orleans
Mobile Covid-19 testing sites are being made available to residents of New Orleans over the coming weeks. The mobile campaign, which is being conducted by LCMC Health, the New Orleans Health Department, and Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center (LSUHSC), will bring walk-up testing to neighborhoods that have been heavily affected by COVID-19. The goal of the campaign is to identify early cases. The sites will be selected to provide testing outreach to communities that may have had limited access to drive-up testing. Results are expected to be online or delivered within two to three days. Criteria:
See the link below to find all upcoming dates and locations where Mobile COVID-19 testing will be made available. https://ready.nola.gov/mobile-testing/ The City of New Orleans is offering a weekly digest of key news items provided by the Mayor's Office of Communications and NOLA Ready as a way to remind residents of the actions, resources and other news they can use for reference, with a focus on the City's response to the COVID-19 outbreak.
News can also be found at ready.nola.gov/incident, or nola.gov/news. You can also sign up to receive news releases here. [WATCH: April 9 news conference] These are the week's top headlines, in reverse chronological order: COVID-19 Unemployment Insurance Assistance is Available for Self-Employed (April 9) The City of New Orleans Office of Workforce Development reminds residents that if they have filed for unemployment insurance (UI) benefits and were denied benefits by the State due to being self-employed or a 1099 employee and checked the box on the application that states "unemployed due to COVID-19," they are automatically placed on the pandemic unemployment assistance list to receive the $600 weekly. Read more here. RTA to Suspend Overnight Transit Service Hours Effective Sunday, April 12 (April 9) On Sunday, April 12, the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority will suspend overnight service on most bus and streetcar routes between the hours of 10 p.m. to 4 a.m. in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The service hour reductions are being implemented as the agency experiences a decrease in ridership overnight and as a continued effort to minimize risks of exposure to riders and operators. Read more here. Mayor's Office, New Orleans Health Department Partner with City Council on 'Sew Dat' for Cloth Face Coverings (April 9) The New Orleans City Council has partnered with the Mayor's Office and the City's Department of Health to launch a centralized website for resources and donations for cloth face coverings called "SewDat." Read more here. City of New Orleans Department of Sanitation Issues Ordinance Reminders During COVID-19 Stay Home Mandate (April 9) The City of New Orleans Department of Sanitation reminds residents and businesses in Orleans Parish to continue to adhere to City sanitation ordinances, particularly as we respond to the COVID-19 outbreak. Read more here. City of New Orleans Offers Guidelines for Coroners, Funeral Homes, Burials (April 7) The City of New Orleans has shared a set of guidelines to aid in the management, preparation and burial of the deceased residents due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Read more here. City Reminds Residents of Upcoming Recycling Drop-Off Event Day Cancellations (April 7) The City Of New Orleans Department of Sanitation reminds residents of upcoming event cancellations at the Recycling Drop-Off Center, 2829 Elysian Fields Ave., due to the COVID-19 outbreak. The following Recycling Drop-Off Events have been cancelled:
Chromebook Distribution & Free LYFT Rides To and From Food Distribution Sites Starting Today; OneApp Round 2 Now Open (April 6) NOLA Public Schools (NOLA-PS) procured 10,000 Chromebooks and nearly 8,000 Wi-Fi hotspots in an effort to improved distanced learning for NOLA-PS students in need. NOLA-PS announced LYFT has donated $5,000 in free rides to and from Food Distribution Sites in Orleans Parish starting April 6. Round 2 of OneApp is now open. K-12 families still seeking a new school for next year who did not receive a match may participate in the second round of OneApp. Read more here. COVID-19 Medical Monitoring Station, Patient Housing Units to Open at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (April 6) In preparation for the surge of COVID-19 cases and in an effort to lessen the strain on hospitals in the New Orleans region, the State of Louisiana has established a medical monitoring station in the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, which will open to patients today. Walk-up admission is not accepted at either the medical monitoring station or the personal housing units. All patients will be transferred directly from Region 1 hospitals. Convention Center Boulevard will be closed to traffic from Calliope to Henderson streets while the facilities are open. Read more here. To stay connected throughout the COVID-19 outbreak and receive key up-to-date information, residents are encouraged to do the following: NOLA Ready Follow @nolaready on all social media platforms. Text COVIDNOLA to 888777. City of New Orleans Follow Official accounts of @mayorcantrell or @CityofNOLA on all social media platforms. City of New Orleans Department of Sanitation Issues Ordinance Reminders During COVID-19 Stay Home Mandate
The City of New Orleans Department of Sanitation reminds residents and businesses in Orleans Parish to continue to adhere to City sanitation ordinances, particularly as we respond to the COVID-19 outbreak. Reminders for residents and businesses are as follows: Trash Collection
Only properties with four units or less are eligible for collection by the City. This does NOT include hotels, restaurants or bars or properties which generate more than 35 gallons of solid waste at each scheduled collection in the French Quarter/Downtown Development District (FQ/DDD) or more than 95 gallons at each twice a week collection, outside of the FQ/DDD. Bulky Waste Collection Only those residential properties that are eligible for garbage collection by the City are also eligible for bulky waste collection. Commercial properties and other residential properties must make private arrangements for the collection and disposal of bulky waste. For more information on proper disposal of and what constitutes bulky waste residents can visit the City’s Department of Sanitation page by clicking here or by calling 311 for more info. Business Sanitation Private arrangements must be made to store and contain debris from construction projects. Construction debris must not block the public rights of way. Permanent dumpsters must also be screened from public view. Items and liquids are not to be blown into or poured down storm drains. More information about proper business sanitation practices can be found on the City’s Department of Sanitation page by clicking here. Neutral Grounds & Public Right of Ways Signs must not be placed on neutral grounds, utility poles, City facilities, bridges or between the sidewalk and the curb on public rights of way, unless specifically allowed under Section 134 of the City Code. And as a reminder residents and businesses should not litter. Property owners are responsible for the removal of garbage, trash, litter, grass cuttings or leaves on their premises, including the area extending 18 inches from the curb into the street. Generally, summons or citations may be issued for sanitation violations. For more information, visit nola.gov/sanitation or call 311. City of New Orleans Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing
In order to train staff members on new testing kits, the drive-thru COVID-19 testing site at UNO Lakefront Arena will open at 10 a.m. Thursday, April 9, instead of the usual 8 a.m. opening time. Testing will be open until 4 p.m. or until the maximum of 250 tests is met. Testing criteria remains the same: individuals 18 year of age or older who arrive in a motor vehicle and who are symptomatic (combination of a fever and cough or shortness of breath). |
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