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putting people and ideas together to form great connections. The New Orleans 100 provides a concise, easy-to-digest medium through which readers can continue to learn about the Crescent City and the surrounding areas. To subscribe to The New Orleans 100, sign up at www.TheNewOrleans100.com. To suggest a profile or story, please email [email protected]. Don’t forget to connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

09/04/2024

Need some help getting your groove back after the lazy days of summer? Check out Betsie's latest story at theneworleans100.com for some tips.

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09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day from The New Orleans 100! ✨

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08/31/2024

Need to fill your child’s after-school plans? Enroll them in NOBA’s nationally award-winning dance programs. 🩰

Registration is open now for tuition-free after-school dance classes for children ages 4-18. Classes available for all experience levels in ballet, modern, jazz and hip-hop, and will be offered at eight NORD neighborhood locations and Chalmette High School’s Cultural Arts Center! ⭐

Chalmette Refining is proud to sponsor the programs in Chalmette and at the Cut Off Rec Center. Details at theneworleans100.com

Classes will start on Monday, Sept. 9 and fill up quickly – sign up today!

📷: Courtesy of Chalmette Refining

08/30/2024

Gear up for a day of style, empowerment and giving back! Join us for the Mid South Women in Tourism's "Passport to Fashion" Fundraiser, set to dazzle you on Saturday, Sept 7. 🌟

Themed “Dressed for Success,” MSWIT members will model fashions from the Dress for Success New Orleans Boutique! Enjoy a buffet lunch, bottomless mimosa bar (with a souvenir glass to remember the fun), a Parade of Prizes and the Louisiana Travel Partners Marketplace.

Details at theneworleans100.com

📷: Edna Fuentes-Belou, regional sales manager for la Madeleine, walking the runway at the MSWIT 2022 Fashion Fundraiser. (Photo courtesy of Tunney Barrett)

08/28/2024

Did you know that Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana’s Adoption and Maternity Program creates lasting bonds by building forever families and for over 80 years, the program has placed newborns into the arms of caring and loving parents? 💖

Their annual Golfstar Classic Golf Tournament honors and supports the forever families legacy with all proceeds going directly to operations of this incredible program. This year's tournament is coming up on Sept. 17! 🏌️

Visit theneworleans100.com for more details. ⛳

📷: Volunteers of America

08/27/2024

Celebrating a decade of Heart N Hands! 🎉Join us on Sept. 21 for the Love Your Heart Gala – a night of jubilation and commitment to heart health awareness for girls ages 10-18. 💖 Details at theneworleans100.com

📷: Heart N Hands

08/26/2024

The Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana won first place in WWL Louisiana’s latest round of TEGNA grants, receiving $8,000 from the TEGNA Foundation!

The TEGNA Foundation’s Community Grant Program supports nonprofit activities in TEGNA’s business areas to benefit the community. Learn more at theneworleans100.com and watch the video here: https://youtu.be/6GfkoWIceiQ

📷: WWL Louisiana

08/23/2024

Ready to embark on a cultural journey? Did you know August is Museum Month? When you become a member of the Historic New Orleans Collection, you also get a pass to over 1,000 museums nationwide! Your membership supports the HNOC's mission to preserve the rich history and culture of New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. Let's explore together! 🏛️

Details at theneworleans100.com

📷: HNOC

08/09/2024

Gear up for Game Day at Plush Appeal – The Mardi Gras Spot! 🏈 They've got a great selection of Saints, Tulane and LSU gear, perfect for tailgating, decorating and dressing up.

Head over to 2812 Toulouse St. in Mid-City to visit their store in person, or shop online at MardiGrasSpot.com. Who Dat, Roll Wave and Geaux Tigers! 🎉

📷: Plush Appeal – The Mardi Gras Spot

08/08/2024

Step into the enchanting world of "Goodnight Moon on the Lagoon" as the Louisiana Children’s Museum transforms its space for the annual Play Soirée on Sept. 21. 🌙✨ Relish an evening of elegant ambiance, with the courtyard reimagined as an interactive exhibit straight out of a storybook.

Indulge your taste buds with delicious cuisine from Dickie Brennan & Co. alongside specialty cocktails and spirits. 😋 Hear live music and participate in a raffle for dazzling jewelry from Lee Michaels Fine Jewelry and an auction of artwork, experiences and other desirable items. 💠

Illuminate your night while supporting a cause! ✨ More details at theneworleans100.com

📷: Louisiana Children’s Museum

08/07/2024

Marlon Smith Jr. was a marketing intern at the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce recently. Read his wonderful reflection on why internships matter at theneworleans100.com

📷: Marlon Smith Jr. on the last day of his summer internship at the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce. (Image courtesy of the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce)

08/06/2024

Don't miss today's brand-new issue of The New Orleans 100! Head to theneworleans100.com and read the latest!

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08/01/2024

Gear up for Aug. 14 - We're counting down to the 9th Annual New Orleans Hispanic Business Conference & Tradeshow at the Ernest Morial Convention Center! An exceptional platform for all businesses to market, network and grow. More details at theneworleans100.com 📅💼

📷: HCCL

07/31/2024

What are we doing to protect the Louisiana coastline? Learn how local advocacy groups are helping and what we can do to save our coast at the WYES Coastal Expo on Saturday, Aug. 17 from 1-4 p.m. at WYES, located at 916 Navarre Ave.

More details about this free event at theneworleans100.com

📷: WYES

07/30/2024

Aware of this interesting fact? To keep our community thriving, the Blood Center aims to maintain a reserve of 1200-1400 pints of blood for three days. Which means, the need is real - 350 pints per day!🩸

With multiple donor centers spread across the region, there's a simple way to share a life-force - through the Blood Mobile. Follow the lead of Chalmette Refining and enroll your business for regular Blood Mobile visits.🚑 More details at theneworleans100.com

📷: Chalmette Refining

07/29/2024

After more than six years of research and preparation, the Historic New Orleans Collection will debut a limited-time exhibition titled “Captive State: Louisiana and the Making of Mass Incarceration.” The free exhibition runs through Jan. 19. Guided tours begin Aug. 1. Admission is free. Find out more at theneworleans100.com

📷: HNOC

07/05/2024

Congratulations to Chalmette Refining for being named the 4th Most Generous Company by United Way of Southeast Louisiana (UWSELA) for the 2023-24 campaign! 🎉

UWSELA provides funding to programs, collaboratives and initiatives serving the people of Jefferson, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington Parishes. 💛 Read more at theneworleans100.com

📷: Chalmette Refining

06/25/2024

Are you ready for July 4? Plush Appeal - The Mardi Gras Spot is stocked up with the perfect patriotic needs - from beads and plush favorites to clothing, accessories, home decor, toys, confetti and more - everything to make your celebration fantastic!

Don't wait, drop by their Mid-City store at 2812 Toulouse St.

Make this July 4 sparkle and shine! 🎆 🇺🇸

📷: Plush Appeal - The Mardi Gras Spot

06/18/2024

Head to theneworleans100.com and read the latest stories, like the one from the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce with tips for using data effectively, written by Krista Pouncy Dyson, owner of Performance First Digital.

📷: Anthony Lamothe Photography

06/04/2024

Time to read up on all things New Orleans ... there's a new issue of The New Orleans 100 out today! Head to theneworleans100.com and read the latest 📰

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05/21/2024

There's a new issue of The New Orleans 100 out today! Head over to theneworleans100.com and don't forget to subscribe to get the newsletter sent straight to your inbox twice a month!

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05/14/2024

Join us on May 19 for an extravaganza of gastronomy and design at the historic BK House & Gardens!🍽️🌺 Savor a multi-course dinner by Palate, paired with curated wines, all set within spectacular tablescapes created by top designers. 💫 This year's theme? "The Majesty of the French Quarter" 🌟 🤩

Indulge in an evening of enchanting music, sumptuous hors d'oeuvres, delicious food and cocktails.🥂✨ More info at theneworleans100.com.

📷: Barrett DeLong

05/10/2024

Join presenting sponsor, Chalmette Refining, and the Nunez Community College Foundation Board for the Annual Pelican and Pearls Gala on Friday, May 17 from 6-9 p.m. ✨ All proceeds benefit the Nunez Foundation Scholarship Program. 🎓

The gala will include music, tastings from local restaurants, a wine glass raffle, silent auction, parade of prizes and fun! 🎉 🎶

Tickets are $55; more details at theneworleans100.com 🎟️

05/07/2024

Don't miss Betsie's important message about the importance of being "lazy," just like these lions. 🦁 Head to theneworleans100.com and read up on all the fresh content!

04/29/2024

Bubbles and Bubbly, hosted by the New Orleans Women and Children’s Center, is anything but your standard fundraiser. The family-friendly event on May 19 aims to break the cycle of homelessness and promises bubbly cocktails for the adults, Linda the Bubble Lady for the kids and delicious mocktails and bites for everyone. 🌻 🍹

Learn more at theneworleans100.com

📷: nowcs.org

04/28/2024

Need a good laugh? 😄 Head over to Le Petit Theatre to see "Born with Teeth."

“Liz Duffy Adams’ hilarious play is a battle of wits from two of the greatest minds of the Elizabethan era – William Shakespeare and Christopher Marlowe,” states Producing Executive Director Don-Scott Cooper. 🎭

“Born with Teeth” runs through May 12. More info. at theneworleans100.com.

📷: Le Petit Theatre

04/27/2024

Chalmette Refining is a proud sponsor of “The Parish Derby” benefitting The St. Bernard Autism Awareness Krewe.

Join Chalmette Refining and other horse race fans May 4 at the Sigur Civic Center (Chalmette) to watch the Kentucky Derby with food, music, Derby Cocktails, silent auction and more. 🏇 🍹 All proceeds go to the Krewe’s programs!

Visit theneworleans100.com for more information. 🌻

📷: Chalmette Refining

04/27/2024

It's Friday and a great time to read Betsie's latest post! Head over to theneworleans100.com and read her latest column. 📰

04/23/2024

There's a new issue of The New Orleans 100 out today! Head over to theneworleans100.com and discover some great events coming up, like Brews & News with WWL!

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04/22/2024

Celebrate your FEST era at Plush Appeal – The Mardi Gras Spot! 🤩 They've got all the essentials, from colorful earrings and fun fest gear to blankets, feathers and beads for decorating your straw hats and much more!

Visit theneworleans100.com for more info.! 🌟

📷: Plush Appeal – The Mardi Gras Spot

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Great Day Louisiana + The New Orleans 100

Did you catch Gambel Communications' Founder and New Orleans 100 Publisher Betsie Gambel on Great Day Louisiana earlier this week discussing the December issue of The New Orleans 100? ICYMI, tune in here. For story ideas, sponsorship or to partner with us, email [email protected].

The Aftermath of Hurricane Zeta

In our November issue of The New Orleans 100, Gambel Communications Founder, Betsie Gambel, reflects on the "storms" of 2020" that have caused physical, emotional and economic turmoil and includes a reminder to be thankful for all that we do have in these uncertain times. 🌧️

Notre Dame Health System

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of New Orleans now offers expanded services at Notre Dame Health System. Read all about the half-century tradition of quality Catholic health care to the community.

Ben Johnson Celebrates 10 Years with the New Orleans Chamber

#ThrowbackThursday: On August 1, New Orleans Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Ben Johnson celebrated 10 years with the organization. Read more about how the chamber has grown under his leadership!

Remembering the integration of Audubon Park’s pool, 50 years later

Did you know that in 1928, Audubon Park had the largest public pool in the South? However, due to segregation laws, access was limited to whites only. The Historic New Orleans Collection recently covered the story and the interesting facts behind the pool's reopening. ⛱️

Hurricane Season

Hurricane season is upon us. Stay up to date with an inside look from WWLTV's Alexandra Cranford on early forecasts for the upcoming months! ⚡

Le Code Noir

The Historic New Orleans Collection will present an outdoor play commemorating a controversial 300 year anniversary of Lousiana's past tomorrow. Learn more in the newest issue of The New Orleans 100.

Portage Bike Roll 2019

The Historic New Orleans Collection’s #PortageBikeRoll2019 intertwines popular landmarks of New Orleans’ diverse communities into a single, idiosyncratic urban landscape. 🚲

Meteor Showers

Mark your calendar for the Lyrid meteor shower on April 23! WWLTV's Alexandra Cranford Meteorologist has the details. 🌧️

The tradition of traditional jazz funerals

Turn the sound on for this one! This footage from The Historic New Orleans Collection shows the 1966 funeral procession of trumpeter Avery “Kid” Howard. 🎺

Start of Spring

Did you know that today is the official start of spring? 🌸 WWLTV

State of Our City

Mayor LaToya Cantrell claimed certainty of a bright future for the city of New Orleans at the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce's First Quarter Luncheon on Valentine’s Day. 💟 #ThrowbackThursday

Flashback: Mardi Gras costumes through the years

Happy Lundi Gras! The Historic New Orleans Collection is taking us back in time with Mardi Gras costumes through the years. 💜💚💛

January, February weather conditions

WWLTV's Carl Arredondo predicts warmer and wetter weather conditions for February. 🌧️

Turning beads into jobs

Arc of Greater New Orleans is turning a New Orleans tradition into wage-earning jobs for adults with disabilities. Learn more from the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce!

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Gambel Communications created The New Orleans 100 in affiliation with The 100 Companies, a national publishing network created by journalists and PR professionals to meet the needs of businesses and readers in today’s fast-paced digital world. Gambel Communications is proud to have WWL-TV as a presenting sponsor for this initiative. The partnership and eNewsletter emphasize Gambel’s commitment to putting people and ideas together to form great connections. The New Orleans 100 provides a concise, easy-to-digest medium through which readers can continue to learn about the Crescent City and the surrounding areas. To subscribe to The New Orleans 100, sign up at www.TheNewOrleans100.com. To suggest a profile or story, please email [email protected]. Don’t forget to connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.