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Internships give 18 students an intro to the local arts community BY EVA JACOB BARKOFF Contributing writer
On the first day of a summer arts internship sponsored by KID smART, students Greta Alvarado and JaMar Hayes were excited but apprehensive. “Going into this program, not knowing what to expect, I was a little bit nervous,” said Greta, 16, who interned at The New Orleans Film Society and attends The Willow School. “I was go-
ing into something very new to me. … But after the first week, I felt more comfortable.” “I was extremely nervous,” added JaMar, 17, a student at The International High School of New Orleans who interned at Excite All Stars, a nonprofit organization that offers programs in the arts, academics and athletics. “But after a few days, I knew it would be a positive experience.” KID smART, a local arts nonprofit,
was selected as a partner for the 2024 Bloomberg Philanthropies Arts Internship program. KID smART matched 18 rising seniors in metro-area public schools with community arts organizations to learn about the art represented and how the organizations work. “The value of the program,” said Stephanie Heriger, the director of community partnerships for KID smART,
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KID smART interns Greta Alvardo, left, and JaMar Hayes take part in a field trip at JAMNOLA, offers a stroll through New Orleans cultural gems presented through the eyes of more ä See ART, page 2G than 30 local artists.
LITTLE MIRACLES New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Anne
Kirkpatrick and other officers recently made a stop at the Miracles in Progress Summer Camp to discuss the importance of community and safety. The camp aims to strengthen community ties and provide the children with a memorable experience.
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New Orleans Police Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick, right, introduces NOPD horse Patch to the kids.
NOPD Sgt. Damond Harris chats with kids during a visit to the camp.
New Orleans Police Department Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick, right, chats with No’va Lukes, 5.
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Two big events signal return of festival season: White Linen Night and Satchmo Fest BY KAREN TAYLOR GIST Staff writer
It’s the beginning of the end for the summer doldrums. After a slow and hot July, this weekend — although still hot — brings two big events that mix the arts with a delightful dose of good times: White Linen Night and Satchmo Summer Fest. Can fall festivals be far behind? STAFF PHOTO BY SCOTT THRELKELD WHITE LINEN NIGHT will bring Artwork looms over Julia Street at last year’s White Linen Night in New Orleans. This year’s thousands of partyers in their summer best to New art party is coming up Aug. 3.
music, bars, restaurant tents and food trucks, scattered in the 300 to 600 blocks of Julia Street, the 500 block of St. Joseph Street, the 900 block of Camp Street and in other various locations. Expect to see most people in white linen outfits at this see-and-be-seen event, but there’s no dress code. Just wear something cool. As the galleries close for the night, the party continues at the Ogden Museum of
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