• Graphic for Love the Boot week with Louisiana state outline and a patriotic letter O, promoting Louisiana's beauty.

    "Love the Boot" with Art and Culture on Lake Forest Blvd. Earth Day Celebration and Block Party

    Saturday April 25, 2026

    Sponsored by New Orleans East Matters

    200 Volunteer Goal

    Volunteer Sign-Up through Email: noematters@gmail.com

    Clean up starts at

    9 am

    Block Party starts at

    11 am

    Pick a Krewe to Clean or Paint.

    Food Trucks, Vendors, & Music at 10001 Lake Forest Blvd. Parking Lot.

  • A cartoon saxophone with colorful paint splashes in the background, along with the text 'Lake Forest Cultural District'.

    Lake Forest Cultural District

    4th Thursdays

    APRIL 23, 2026

    New Orleans East Matters

    7240 Crowder Blvd. Suite 201

    New Orleans, LA 70127

    3PM-4PM

    Chello, Everyone!

    The meeting will be in-person/virtual for 1-hour to discuss the following with a common goal to work collaboratively toward a more vibrant community.


  • Percent of Art Unveiling at the Audubon Louisiana Nature Center

    April 18, 2026

    11 am-3 pm

    Dancing Grounds in partnership with Arts New Orleans will host this event as part of the 11th Annual Dance for Social Change Festival — a youth-led celebration exploring mental health, nature, art, and community. This special Family Day will culminate in the unveiling of two permanent public art installations commissioned through the City of New Orleans Percent for Art Program with featured artwork from Jamar Pierre and Trinity Barriere.

    RSVP HERE

  • Presentation to Lake Bullard Neighborhood Association

    Saturday, April 18, 2026 10 AM

    NO East Hospital

    Presentation to residents about the proposed art and cultural district along Lake Forest Blvd.

  • Aerial view of a suburban neighborhood with a gated community entrance, houses, green lawns, trees, and a clear blue sky.

    Presentation to the Eastover Property Owners Association

    Wednesday, March 25, 2026 6PM

    5690 Eastover Dr., New Orleans LA 70128

    Introduction on, “What is a State of LA Cultural District and what the potential benefits of approving the Lake Forest Cultural District might become?”

  • Illustration of a yellow saxophone with colorful paint splashes and the text 'Lake Forest Cultural District'.

    Lake Forest Cultural District

    4th Thursdays

    MARCH 26, 2026

    SCOTTMOORE ARCHITECTS

    Executive Plaza: 10001 Lake Forest Blvd. Suite 1199 or join the Google Invitation

    3PM-4PM

    Chello, Everyone

    The meeting will be in-person/virtual for 1-hour to discuss the following with a common goal to work collaboratively toward a more vibrant community.

  • A large, modern church building with a rounded, metallic exterior and circular windows, located in an urban area with a tall skyscraper in the background, under a clear blue sky.

    Listening Session

    Tuesday, March 24, 2026 6:30PM

    Franklin Ave. Baptist Church

    Let’s talk about the LA Office of Cultural Districts. Share your feedback.

  • Illustration of a yellow saxophone with colorful paint splashes behind it, alongside text that reads 'Lake Forest Cultural District'.

    Lake Forest Cultural District

    4th Thursdays

    FEBRUARY 26, 2026

    SCOTTMOORE ARCHITECTS

    Executive Plaza: 10001 Lake Forest Blvd. Suite 1199

    or Join the Google Invitation

    3PM-4PM

    Chello, Everyone 

    The meeting will be in-person/virtual for 1-hour to discuss the following with a common goal to work collaboratively toward a more vibrant community.

  • People gathered on a grassy area outside a building with banners, watching a stage performance with a person speaking or acting, and some individuals sitting on the grass.

    All in for New Orleans

    January 11, 2026

    City of New Orleans New Administration Festival

    Lafayette Park

  • Flyer for 'Night Out at NOEH' event at New Orleans East Hospital, October 23, 5:00 to 8:00 pm, featuring community activities, food, and entertainment.

    Lake Forest Cultural District

    NO 4th Thursdays Meeting This Month

    Visit New Orleans East Hospital’s “Night Out at NOEH Event.”

  • Hope Fest 2025: Joe W. Brown Park

    Joe W. Brown Annual Festival

    Hope Fest

    9/20/2025

    Joe W. Brown Park 5601 Read Blvd.

    New Orleans, LA 70127

    9-7 pm

WHERE CULTURE

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