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Nurturing Creativity and Literacy: Budding Artists Program Blooms at Library Workshop
Today, the library hosted a delightful workshop as part of the NOLA Artist Incubator’s Budding Artists program, inviting 2-5-year-olds and their caregivers to paint pots and plant seeds. This innovative program not only nurtures a love for the arts but also promotes early literacy skills in young children. After the opening song and story time…
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Tiny Hands Big Creations: The Benefits of Plantable Paper Making for Toddlers and Caregivers
In an increasingly digital world, finding activities that engage toddlers while promoting creativity and environmental awareness can be a challenge. The NOLA Artist Incubator has found a delightful solution for parents and caregivers looking to introduce their little ones to art, literacy, and eco-conscious practices: Budding Artists. One of the program’s standout activities is making…
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Compost NOW & NOLA Artist Incubator Shine at Loyola’s Sustainability Entrepreneurship Panel
Lynne Serpe, Founder and Director of Compost NOW and Lissie Stewart, Executive Director of the NOLA Artist Incubator recently delivered powerful and meaningful presentations at Loyola’s Environment Program Sustainability Entrepreneurship panel, captivating the audience with their innovative approaches and impactful initiatives. Compost NOW, a local organization that promotes, supports and provides resources to several free…
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Budding Artists: Cultivating Creativity at the Library
Our signature education program started today and we had so much fun making and reading with our families! Budding Artists is a unique initiative aimed at nurturing creativity and a love for the arts and nature in children. The program, which is aimed at children aged 2-5 and their caregivers, offers a variety of activities…
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Free Workshops at Galvez Garden this Spring
In efforts to educate and inspire others about the significance of living more sustainably, we are pleased to be offering free workshops to the community at the Galvez Garden! Today we held our first workshop, Composting and Vermiculture in the Garden with LSUAg Master Gardener, Lissie Stewart. We were thrilled that, despite this being the…
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Executive Director Awarded the 4.0 Schools 2024 “Tiny Fellowship”
The NOLA Artist Incubator is pleased to share that our Executive Director has been selected as a 4.0 Schools 2024 Tiny Fellow. 4.0 Schools removes barriers between people and power by investing in community-centered education ideas, encouraging big ideas and creating the space and support systems needed for those ideas to grow. This year’s Tiny…
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New Orleans Culture and Recreation Fund Recipients
The NOLA Artist Incubator is pleased to announce that the organization has received support from the New Orleans Culture and Tourism Fund! With these funds we aim to: We’re so grateful to Councilman Eugene Green for selecting our organization and to the entire City Council for this phenomenal program in support of hardworking nonprofits like…
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Budding Artists Program Returns to the Library this March
Budding Artists: Nature Based Arts and Literacy Program The NOLA Artist Incubator is pleased to announce the return of our nature based arts and literacy program in partnership with New Orleans Public Library! Budding Artists will be held on Mondays throughout March from 10:30 to 11:00 at the Robert E. Smith branch. This hands on…
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En Plein Air Collection on Display
The NOLA Artist Incubator is pleased to announce that the opening of En Plein Air: Observations and Perspectives of Nature in New Orleans was a tremendous success. On Saturday December 16th artists, families, and members of the community gathered to appreciate the work created at Art in Park, a public art project of the Incubator…
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En Plein Air: Observations and Perspectives of Nature in New Orleans
As the month of November is coming to a close, we are delighted to share with you our upcoming exhibition! Audubon Louisiana Nature Center and the NOLA Artist Incubator Presents: “En Plein Air: Observation and Perspectives of Nature in New Orleans”. This public art exhibition uses art to interpret ideas and concepts reflecting changing environments…