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Livestream telethon-style event will benefit Metairie Humane Shelter BY KAREN TAYLOR GIST
Staff writer
Keeping the Metairie Humane Shelter running is pretty serious business. The all-volunteer, privately supported dog rescue currently is home to 33 canines, all of which need food, medicines, exercise, clean cages and a lot more. There are no paid workers, and the shelter is self-supporting. On March 12, however, all those daily concerns will be swept aside for some very silly — and profitable — fun. From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., Kris Rotonda will bring his Jordan’s Way Live!
National Tour to the no-kill shelter at 6213 Airline Drive in Metairie. The production is a livestreamed telethon that includes reality competitions and zany stunts. Think of it as a ‘60s-style Jerry Lewis telethon mixed with Nickelodeon “Slime Time,” as viewers on Facebook will see shelter employees and local personalities being dunked, hit with pies or put into the animal cages until enough money is raised to bail them out. The goal is to bring in $30,000, all of which will go directly to Metairie Humane.
Shelter vice president Jami Hirstius says Rotonda himself adds that certain something that accounts for his events’ popularity — and success in raising money for shelters all over the country “Don’t get me wrong — I can talk,” she said, “but this guy, the energy he brings is unbelievable.” Rotonda started the livestream fundraising tour in honor of his late, beloved dog, Jordan, and to raise money for underfunded animal shelters
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Licking, paw chewing can mean return of spring allergies
A pile of trash awaiting clean up in the French Quarter on March 5.
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ST. BENILDE CHURCH: 1901 Division St. in Metairie. March 19, with a blessing at 9 a.m. and viewing 9 a.m.-5 p.m. stbenilde.org ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA CHURCH: 105 Bonnabel Blvd. in Metairie. March 19, with a blessing at 9:30 a.m. and viewing 10 a.m.6 p.m. (504) 835-9343, https://scschurch.com ST. CLEMENT OF ROME CHURCH: 4317 Richland Ave. in Metairie. A blessing with viewing will be
The weather is starting to warm up, and with that will come the return of seasonal allergies. Humans are not the only ones affected; our pets, particularly dogs, are also susceptible to allergies. In fact, allergies are among the most prevalent conditions in dogs this time of year. The scratching, paw licking, chewing, skin rashes and chronic ear infections are all signals that the itchy Traci season has reHowerton turned. ANIMAL Treatment RESCUE options will vary based on the cause of a pet’s specific allergies — and figuring out the culprit is half the battle. My dog, Romeo, has severe allergies, and getting to the bottom of his condition took nearly a year and a lot of trial and error. Pets can experience various types of allergies, many of which have multiple triggers. In general, allergies show up in dogs in three ways: SKIN: The dog will itch and scratch. He may constantly chew and lick at his paws or may develop skin sores or lesions. Ear infections and yeast on the toenails are also signs of skin allergies. RESPIRATORY SYSTEM: The dog will cough, sneeze, wheeze and may have nasal or eye discharge. DIGESTIVE SYSTEM: The dog may vomit or have diarrhea. There are several common causes for allergies including: POLLEN: Pollen is what triggers Romeo’s allergies. An allergic reaction to pollen can cause swelling and itching. A dog’s skin may become flaky and dry, and this in turn can cause excessive scratching. The feet are especially sensitive, and a dog may lick or chew on his feet to try to alleviate the itching. Constant licking of the groin area, rubbing of the face, inflamed ears, recurrent ear
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A moment of quiet contemplation after receiving ashes during Ash Wednesday services at St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans.
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The 2024 St. Joseph Altar at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Gretna.
Call it the great New Orleans circle of life: We move from the over-the-top, life-affirming party of Mardi Gras, to Ash Wednesday, when we are abruptly reminded of our mortality and the need for penance. Coming soon is an event that falls between the two on the INSIDE scale of joy and pain: the arrival of ä Irish on St. Joseph altars at parade. churches around Page 4G the metro area. ä Area The Sicilian Lenten fish fries. Page 8G tradition recalls a drought that left people starving. They prayed for the intercession of St. Joseph. After the rains came, to show their gratitude to him, they prepared a table, constructed in the shape of a cross, with a special assortment of foods they had harvested. The food then was distributed to the less fortunate. The traditions remind us that life is comprised of good and bad, but no matter which moment we’re in, we’re a community.
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ARCHBISHOP CHAPELLE HIGH SCHOOL: 8800 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, in the gym. On March 18, the blessing will be held at noon, with the altar open until 8 p.m. On March 19, viewing is 9 a.m.-4 p.m., with Tupa Tupa and meals in cafeteria at noon. www. archbishopchapelle.org OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP CHURCH: Larose Center, 2008 Short St. in Kenner, with viewings on March 15, 3-6 p.m.; March 16, 8 a.m.-7 p.m.; and March 19, 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Meals will be
served March 19, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Mary McAlister, (504) 669-0120, www.olphla.net OUR LADY OF PROMPT SUCCOR SCHOOL: In the cafeteria at 531 Avenue A in Westwego. March 19, After 8 a.m. Mass in the church, viewing with meals will be held 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. or until food runs out. Grace Skinner (504) 583-2715, www.olpspanthers.org ST. ANGELA MERICI CHURCH: Kern Center,901 Beverly Garden Drive in Metairie. March 18, 6-8 p.m., and March 19, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. A candlelight rosary will be held
March 18, 7 p.m. Blessing and the Tupa Tupa will be held March 19 at 10:30 a.m. Meals will be served 11 a.m.-7 p.m. (504) 371-2101, stangela.org/ ST. ANN CHURCH AND NATIONAL SHRINE: 3601 Transcontinental Drive in Metairie, in the Ministry Center on Loveland Street. March 16, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. and 6-7 p.m.; March 18, noon-8 p.m.; and March 19, 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. A spaghetti lunch will be served March 16, 11 a.m.-2 p.m., in the cafeteria. Kay Boutte (504) 455-7071, stannchurchandshrine.org
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