Events
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Upcoming Events
Mayor Landrieu's Office of Economic Development to Host Fourth Series of Business Information Sessions
When
Wednesday, May 2, 2012 - Wednesday, May 30, 2012
All May sessions will take place on Wednesdays from 5:30 to 7:30pm
Details
Mayor Mitch Landrieu’s Office of Economic Development will host another series of Business Information Sessions featuring information, resources and opportunities helpful for business owners and entrepreneurs. A meeting will be held in each City Council district. This is the fourth series of such meetings to be held.
The first session in this series will be held on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. at the Robert E. Smith Branch Library in Lakeview.
Each session will focus on specific topics. Those interested can attend any and/or all sessions. All sessions will be held from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. and are open to the public. The complete list of dates and locations can be found below or online at www.nola.gov.
District A:
Wednesday, May 2, 2012
New Orleans Public Library, Robert E. Smith Branch
6301 Canal Blvd. (Meeting Room)
Topics:
“10,000 Small Businesses Program” presented by Delgado Community College and Alumni
District B:
Wednesday, May 9, 2012
JOB 1 Business and Career Solutions
3400 Tulane Avenue #183
Topics:
“Louisiana Economic Development Resources to assist small business owners with growth and sustainability” presented by Louisiana Economic Development Entrepreneurial Services
“Services Provided” presented by Kiva New Orleans
“Innovation Loan Program- Financing for Equipment & Inventory Purchases rate as low as 4.5%, Kiva Loan and ASII Mircro Loan” presented by ASI Federal Credit Union and A Shared Initiative, Inc.
District C:
Wednesday, May 16, 2012
Delgado Community College West Bank Campus
2600 General Meyer Avenue, Building 1 Room 130
Topics:
“New Orleans Fresh Food Retailer Initiative” presented by Community & Economic Development Hope Enterprise Corporation
“Services Provided” presented by Goodwork Network
District D:
Thursday, May 24, 2012
Franklin Avenue Baptist Church
2515 Franklin Avenue (Family Life Center #107)
Topics:
“Services Provided” presented by Small Business Administration (SBA)
“Services Provided” presented by Idea Village
“Services Provided” presented by ACCION Louisiana
District E:
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Charter School for Science and Technology
1617 Caffin Avenue, (Cafeteria)
Topics:
“Services Provided” presented by Seedco Financial
“Services Provided” presented by Women’s Business Resource & Entrepreneurship Center, Urban League New Orleans Services
Residents or businesses seeking additional information or to RSVP should contact Margrett Frazier in the Office of Economic Development at (504) 658-4237 or mmfrazier@nola.gov.
Filed under: Programs
2012 Eat Local Challenge Kick Off Party
When
Thursday, May 31, 2012
6:00-8:00 pm
Where
Rouses CBD, 701 Baronne St.
Details
Join us for the 2012 Eat Local Challenge Kick Off Party on Rouses Downtown Rooftop!
The party will be on the Garden Rooftop of the 701 Barrone St. Rouses on Thursday May 31st from 6 to 8 pm. Mike Strain, the Louisiana Commissioner of Agriculture and Forestry, will speak about the importance of the locavore food movement and Molly Kimball speak on the health benefits of going 30 days without processed foods. Registration packages, which include a free t-shirt, tote bag, and more perks, will be available for pickup. There will also be the opportunity to sign up for the 2012 Eat Local Challenge on site and receive the full registration package.
Delicious local food and drink will be provided by: Rouses, Jazzman Rice, Old New Orleans Rum, Ponchartrain Vineyards, and Becnel Family Vineyards.
RSVP and Learn more on the Eat Local Challenge Website: http://www.nolalocavore.org/calendar-of-events/
Or of the Eat Local Challenge Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/nola.locavores.7?ref=ts
Dedication of SUNO Inc: The Southern University at New Orleans Small Business Incubator
When
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
From 3:00-6:00pm
Where
7240 Crowder at Morrison NOLA-E Building
Details
Join Us to Celebrate the Entrepreneurial Spirit of New Orleans East!
As one dedicated to the economic recovery and sustainability of New Orleans, we request the pleasure of your company to mingle and experience one of the business hubs developing in the eastern region of our beautiful city.
In addition to taking a tour of SUNO Inc you will have the opportunity to hear from and meet partners such as NOLAEast.com, FastForward Restart, ENONAC, and others who are working together to change how business is being done in the community.
Let us know if you or a representative from your team will attend.
RSVP by email: sbdmi@suno.edu
Or phone: 504/242-0006
For more info on the SUNO Inc Small Business Incubator, visit and like their Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/SUNO-Inc-Southern-University-at-New-Orlean…
ASBC Hosts Business Summit for a Sustainable Economy at the White House
When
Monday, June 11, 2012 - Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Two and 1/2 Days
Where
Washington D.C.
Details
Join us in Washington, D.C. for a dynamic Policy Summit and make the business case for the benefits of a sustainable economy at the White House and on Capitol Hill.
Stay Local! Businesses are eligible for the discounted rate of $125 for being a ASBC Business Supporter. Just write (Stay Local) in the application when you register.
Be a part of the 125 innovative and triple bottom line business leaders from across the country to meet with senior Administration officials and Congressional leaders. We will map out a long-term policy agenda and discuss strategies to create good jobs and rebuild America.
The two and a half-day program includes:
June 11th An evening reception at a beautiful Capitol Hill residence with special guests from the White House and Congress.
June 12th Full-day program at the White House featuring presentations and interactive panel discussions with senior Administration officials. Lunch will be provided as well as an optional tour.
June 13th ASBC hold its annual strategy and planning session (hosted by K&L Gates LLP). After lunch, participants will head to Capitol Hill to make office visits.
Space is limited.
Please register now for this unique opportunity to help create a more sustainable economy.
Stay Local! Businesses are eligible for the discounted rate of $125 for being a ASBC Business Supporter. Just write (Stay Local) in the application when you register.
Participation Fee:
ASBC Partners: $75
ASBC Business Supporters: $125
Non-ASBC Partners or Business: $450 (limited # available)
Accommodations:
ASBC has reserved a block of rooms at Club Quarters in downtown Washington, DC. Please call 202-463-6400 and provide them with our code (ASBC) to secure your room and rate. These rooms are extremely limited so please call today to reserve your spot.
Contact Richard Eidlin or call 303-478-0131 for more details.
Learn more and register here: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/246624
Filed under: Business Summits
Gambit "Celebrate Your Independents"
When
Thursday, May 24, 2012 - Monday, June 18, 2012
Participation deadline June 18th OR when space fills.
Where
Gambit Weekly Magazine
Details
It’s time to Celebrate Your Independents, again!
The depths of New Orleans stifling summer heat are upon us, and it can be hard to get shoppers to local businesses that need their support all year long. Have no fear independent businesses, Stay Local!’s collaborative ad campaign “Celebrate Your Independents” can help you reach through the heat and pull shoppers back into your stores.
The “Celebrate Your Independents” Ad Campaign is a full page, color ad that will run in the Gambit Weekly during the first week of July. Coinciding with the 4th of July, this campaign is all things American. Up to 15 businesses will be included with their logo and contact information. Because of Stay Local!’s ability to bring businesses together collaboratively, we are able to offer this Gambit ad space for a special low price.
Space is limited and filling up quickly, so contact keely@staylocal.org today for ad rates and to reserve your space.
Ongoing Events
Harrison Avenue Marketplace
When
Date: Second Wednesday of Every Month Excluding January, February, June and July. Time: 5 pm - 8 pm
Where
801 Harrison Avenue (Parking lot of former Lakeview Fine Foods)
10,000 Small Businesses
When
Applications for the November 2011 Workshop are due September 8th, 2011
Where
Delgado Community College
LA SPCA Events for the Month of September
When
Events for the LA SPCA through the end of September
Where
Locations vary by event, see details below.
Upper 9th Ward Farmers Market
When
Saturdays from 1PM - 4PM
Where
Holy Angels Parking Lot, 3500 St. Claude
Women & Wine on Wednesdays
When
Date: Third Wednesday of Every Month (usually) Time: 5:30 pm - 7 pm
Where
Location varies
Arts Market of New Orleans
When
Date: Last Saturday of each month Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where
Palmer Park, corner S. Clairborne and S. Carrollton avenues
Covington Farmers Market
When
Date: Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Time: Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Where
609 N. Columbia St., Covington
Crescent City Farmers Market
When
Date: Tuesdays Time: 9 am to 1 pm
Where
Uptown Square, 200 Broadway St.
French Market
When
Date: Daily Time: Hours vary by vendor.
Where
N. Peters Street, between St. Ann and Barracks streets
Freret Market
When
Date: First Saturday of each month Time: Noon to 5 pm
Where
Freret Street parking lot, between Napoleon Avenue and Jena Street
Fridays at the Roch
When
Date: Last Friday of each month Time: 5 pm to 9 pm
Where
Neutral ground behind St. Roch Market, St. Claude at St. Roch Ave.
Gretna Farmers Market
When
Date: Saturdays Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where
Huey P. Long Avenue, between Third and Fourth streets
The Upper 9 Farmers Market
When
Date: Every Saturday Time: 1 pm - 4 pm
Where
3500 St. Claude St. (Holy Angels)
Vietnamese Farmers Market
When
Date: Saturdays Time: 6 a.m. to 9 a.m.
Where
14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd.
Algiers Point Art & Fine Craft Market
When
First Saturday of each month from 10 am - 4 pm
Where
446 Pelican Ave. at the old Gulf Station across from Confetti Park
Art Markets Bywater Art Market
When
Date: Third Saturday of each month Time: 9 am to 4 pm
Where
Markey Park, 3300 Royal St.
Friday Night Live with Troy Sawyer
When
Date: Every Friday Night Time: 10PM to 2AM
Where
The Precinct 1377 Annunciation St. (Across from the Saulet)
Jeremy Davenport
When
Every Thursday from 5:30 to 9PM Every Friday and Saturday from 9PM to 1AM
Where
In the Davenport Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans 921 Canal St.
Sankofa Farmers Market
When
Every Saturday from 10AM to 2PM
Where
At Caffin and St. Claude Avenues in the Lower 9th Ward
All Things Local: Hollygrove Market and Farm on WGSO
When
Saturday Mornings at 9:00 AM
Where
WGSO Radio 990 AM
Tag-- You're It! Mobile Tagging for Stay Local! Businesses FAQ's
When
Ongoing
Where
Orleans, Jefferson, St. Tammany, St. Bernard, and Plaquemines Parishes
Water Challenge 2012
When
Applications due by September 30th 2011 at Midnight!
Where
The Idea Village and The Greater New Orleans Foundation
The Gumbo Green Games - Go Green and Save Green
When
Ongoing from now until March 2012.
Where
New Orleans
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