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The best New Year’s Eve for pets is a quiet night at home Seven ways to make NYE peaceful for pets

Long before we count down to midnight and welcome the New Year, the celebrations are already starting. While fireworks are exciting for people, they can be overwhelming and frightening for pets. The loud booms, sudden cracks and bright flashes can cause panic and tempt even the calmest aniTraci mals to bolt in fear. Howerton New Year’s Eve ANIMAL consistently ranks RESCUE as one of the busiest times of year for lost pets. Frightened animals don’t think rationally — they simply react. Dogs may jump fences, push through doors or dig under gates in a desperate attempt to escape the noise. Cats may also slip out unnoticed, hiding under a house or car near home. Even pets that usually handle thunderstorms or loud environments with ease can react differently to fireworks. The unpredictability and intensity of the sounds can heighten anxiety and stress. Signs your pet may be struggling with fireworks include: n Heavy panting or drooling n Trembling or shaking n Pacing or restlessness n Hiding or clinging to family members n Excessive barking or whining n Attempts to escape n Loss of appetite

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Crews move bundles of Christmas trees in the Madere Marsh in the Bayou Sauvage Urban National Refuge in 2024. The city’s Office of Resilience and Sustainability, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, dropped about 8,000 trees.

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The holidays are ending, and many residents may be ready to take down their Christmas trees. Once the ornaments and lights are packed away for next year and the strands of tinsel have lost their shine, consider recycling your tree. Orleans, Jefferson, St. Charles and St. Bernard parishes all are participating in the annual Christmas Tree recycling program to help stabilize the state’s shorelines and marsh areas. “Christmas tree recycling keeps them out of the landﬁlls,” said Kristi Trail, the executive director of the Pontchartrain Conservancy. “To really save our coast, we need large-scale projects such as river diversions that will be sustainable for the long term.” Here is the list of pickup days and times parishes by parish and some ad-

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French Quarter and Downtown Develditional information. All the parishes require tinsel, or- opment District residents should place naments and lighting to be removed. their trees before 4 a.m. on Jan. 8. And residents who want their trees colFlocked trees will not be accepted. lected before Jan. 5 to Jan. 9 should call New Orleans 311. Anna Nguyen, external affairs administrator for the city’s Ofﬁce of Resilience Jefferson Parish and Sustainability, says the city’s ChristTrash collection will be held Jan. 8 to mas tree recycling program is marking Jan. 10, and residents should place their trees curbside on Jan. 7. Trees will be colits 27th year. “In recent years, the average number lected on the same day by River Birch, of trees collected has been about 8,000, which will run two separate routes on but last year, we collected 9,000 trees,” each pickup day. she said. Michelle Gonzales, the director of enThe trees are brought to Recovery One vironmental affairs, said the parish has Landfill, where they are bundled and participated in the program for 36 years then airlifted to Bayou Sauvage by the and that last year, 5,000 trees were colLouisiana National Guard. lected. The pickup schedule is: “The trees will be bought by boat and JAN. 5-9: Trees should be placed on the will be put in cribs, also called open wood curb by 5 a.m. on your regular garbage fencing, and brought offshore in Laﬁtte pick-up day. A recycling truck will follow ä See TREE, page 2G your regular garbage truck

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Austen’s 250th birthday inspires a series of craft and movie events Author Jane Austen’s 250th birthday, which was on Dec. 16, is still being celebrated with a series of events at numerous libraries this January. The following events will occur at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie. Quilling workshop — 6:30 p.m. Chris Jan. 5. In this introductory Smith workshop, attendees can LIBRARY learn the fundamental techLAGNIAPPE niques of paper quilling, from basic rolls and coils to more complex shapes. All materials will be provided, and no experience is necessary. Registration required online at calendar.jplibrary.net. Book edge painting — 6 p.m. Jan. 13. The tradition of fore-edge painting, or edge painting, describes all the activities related to embellishing the paper edges of a book. Dating back to 10th-century England, the practice reached its peak of popularity in the second half of the 17th century but continued throughout the 18th century. At the time, the art of aging book edges was done by specialists, as the ornamentation was seen as a central part of the book’s appearance. Cyanotype painting — 2 p.m. Jan. 24. Cyanotype painting is a photographic printing

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eyes Every Jan. 1, social media feeds ﬁll with heartbreaking posts of missing pets. This year, let’s change that story by planning ahead and keeping our animals safe and secure as we ring in 2026. Following are seven tips to help protect the pets during the celebrations:

process that produces a cyan-blue print. Objects or negatives are placed on treated paper and exposed to sunlight. The areas exposed to light turn blue, while covered areas remain white. After exposure, the print is rinsed in water to develop the image. This technique is known for its simplicity and distinctive blue color. 3D wax seals — 6 p.m. Jan. 24. 3D wax seals are decorative stamps used to create raised impressions in wax. They are often used for sealing letters, invitations, and gifts to add a personal touch. ”Pride and Prejudice” movie screening — 6 p.m. Jan. 28 Other events, arranged by library location, include: Old Metairie Library, 2350 Metairie Road, Metairie n Calligraphy workshop with Debbie Fleming — 2 p.m. Jan. 17 Lakeshore Library, 1000 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie n Quilling workshop — 2 p.m. Jan. 27. West Bank Regional Library, 2751 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey n Book edge painting — 6 p.m. Jan. 7. n Cyanotype painting — 2 p.m. Jan. 17. n Tea tasting party — 6 p.m., Jan. 21 n “Pride and Prejudice” movie screening — 6 p.m. Jan. 28 Westwego Library, 635 Fourth St., Westwego n Austen-tacious Movie Club — Every Wednesday at 6 p.m.

the day can help pets rest more easily when ﬁreworks begin. A mentally and physically content dog is better equipped to handle stress.

5. Check identification before the countdown Make sure collars ﬁt properly and ID tags are current. If your pet isn’t microchipped, consider the New Year a perfect time to add that extra layer of protection. If it is microchipped, conﬁrm your contact information is up to date.

1. Celebrate without them outdoors

6. Watch for leftovers and hazards

Fireworks displays and outdoor celebrations are no place for pets. Even dogs that seem unfazed can panic without warning or attempt to chase ﬁreworks, risking serious injury.

Party foods, alcohol and ﬁrework debris pose real risks. After celebrations end, inspect your yard for spent ﬁreworks and trash that curious pets might ingest.

2. Create a calm indoor retreat

7. Talk to your veterinarian if anxiety is severe

Keep pets safely inside, ideally in a quiet, familiar space where they feel comfortable. Close windows and curtains, and play calming music, white noise or the television to help soften outside sounds. Long-lasting chews, puzzle toys or a stuffed Kong can help redirect nervous energy.

Some pets need additional support. Your veterinarian can recommend behavior strategies, calming aids or medications when appropriate. No pet should face New Year’s night in fear or end up lost because of it. The New Year is about fresh starts, resolutions and looking ahead. With a little preparation, we can ensure our pets start the year safe, secure and right where they belong — at home with the people who love them most. Wishing everyone a safe and happy start to 2026!

3. Adjust routines for the holiday window Fireworks rarely happen just at midnight. They often begin days before and continue after the holiday. Walk dogs earlier than usual, secure leashes with both a harness and collar, and always accompany pets into the yard — even fenced ones.

4. Tire them out early A long walk, play session or enrichment activity earlier in

n Crafternoon card making — 2 p.m. Jan. 3. n Crochet Club — 6 p.m. Jan. 8. n Perler beads, Austen edition — 2 p.m. Jan. 17 n Jane Austen paint & sip — 6 p.m. Jan. 22 Belle Terre Library, 5550 Belle Terre Road, Marrero n Austen-themed teen craft — 3:30 p.m. Jan. 10 n Austenland movie screening — 2 p.m. Jan. 17. n Calligraphy with Debbie Fleming — 6 p.m. Jan. 21. n Watercolor workshop — 2 p.m. Jan. 24. n “Love and Friendship” movie screening — 6 p.m. Jan. 28. CLASSICAL CONCERT: Two internationally renowned musicians — tenor Kelly W. Burns and pianist Nicholas Shaneyfelt — will perform at 2 p.m. Jan. 4 at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie. Burns performs opera, musical theater, recital and concert works throughout North America in vocal repertoire spanning more than 400 years. He has sung with opera companies and orchestras such as the Chautauqua Opera, Opera Roanoke, Memphis Symphony Chamber Orchestra, Little Orchestra Society of New York, the Roanoke Symphony

Orchestra, Charleston Chamber Opera, Opera Project Columbus and the Oxford Shakespeare Festival. Shaneyfelt is an associate professor of music in collaborative piano at Luther College in Decorah, Iowa, where he coaches singers, provides musical direction for the opera program, and collaborates in recital regularly with faculty and students. He completed doctoral studies in the collaborative piano studio of Martin Katz at the University of Michigan. GENEALOGY: Kenneth Louis Cantrelle will sign and discuss copies of his new book, “Louisiana Cantrelles: 1720-2024, a Genealogy,” at 1 p.m. Jan. 10, at the Westwego Library, 635 Fourth St. Cantrelle presents a family tree chart that is seven and one-half feet long and includes more than 500 Cantrelle names in Louisiana over a period of 304 years, 1720-2024. Cantrelle says he started researching his genealogy in 1975. After retirement in 1997, he began writing, designing and typing Louisiana Cantrelles. There was no genealogy information on the computer then, so he designed his own method of recording. Chris Smith is manager of adult programming at the Jefferson Parish Public Library.

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Rose Parade will be new experience for St. Tammany chef who also rides in Carnival BY DARREN COOPER Contributing writer

Traci D. Howerton is the volunteer manager for Animal Rescue New Orleans (ARNO), a nonproﬁt, volunteer-based, no-kill shelter. For more information on ARNO, visit www.animalrescueneworleans. org.

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Nealy Frentz’s life is coming up roses. The renowned chef and cofounder of Lola in Covington will be on Louisiana’s float in the Tournament of Roses Parade in Pasadena on New Year’s Day. It’s a full circle moment for Frentz, a California native born in Pasadena Hospital who has more recently been a lieutenant and member of the parading, allfemale northshore Krewe of Eve for 10 years. “This one, I don’t have to buy beads for,” she quipped of the upcoming parade in the city of her birth. “I went to the Rose Parade when I was young. I don’t know if people still do this, but you would sleep on the sidewalk to reserve your spot the night before. I distinctly remember doing that,” Frentz said. “I remember the floats being huge and magical back then. I can’t imagine what they look like now.” But she looks forward to finding out soon and is thrilled to be riding. Her family moved from California years ago, and she’s been back a few times to see old friends. Now she’s going home to ride in the Rose Parade of her youth. Lola will mark its 20th anniversary in January and is still a hot spot for locals and out-oftowners. “We are busy,” Frentz said with a laugh. “I tell people all

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the time, Covington, especially downtown Covington, we have seen the ups and downs, and right now it’s on fire; there are so many restaurants and businesses opening. It’s awesome. There’s always something to do.” Frentz spent the first 15 years of her life in the San Fernando Valley before going to college at Johnson and Wales in Rhode Island. There she met her husband, Keith, a Covington native and chef, and together (Keith is the other co-founder) they opened Lola’s after Katrina. The two chefs are taking their kids, Holden and Ella, to California for the parade. Nealy said her kids keep asking what she’s supposed to wear (she doesn’t know yet), how long the parade will be (three hours), and if she’s throwing anything (no). Nothing except Southern charm, smiles and waves, Frentz clarified. Riders must be in position by 5 a.m. on New Year’s Day, so Frentz will sit on the float for the duration, and after the parade concludes, there will be a huge party for riders and the public to see all the floats up close.

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project,” Gonzales said. For more information or to volContinued from page 1G unteer, call (504) 736-6274 or email JPCoastalZone@jeffparish.gov or go to jeffparish.gov/261/Coastalto help protect coastal erosion and Treecycling. Residents of unincorporated Jefprotect habitat,” Gonzales said. Volunteers interested in helping ferson Parish and the Town of Jean place the trees will meet on Jan. Lafitte can recycle their trees in 24 at 8:30 a.m. behind Cochiara’s two ways: n Bring your tree to 400 David Mariana, 4477 Jean Lafitte Blvd. It will take until about 12:30 p.m. to Drive in Metairie or 6440 Lapalco complete the project. Participants Blvd. in Marrero from Jan. 5 to must be 16 years or older; minors Jan. 17, 2026. n Place your tree curbside the must be accompanied by an adult. The parish will supply gloves, evening of Jan. 7, 2026 to be collife jackets, safety vests, sun- lected Jan. 8-10. screen and bug spray. Snacks, water, sports drinks and lunch will be St. Charles Parish provided. This year’s program will offer “This is a great opportunity for both drop-off and curbside pickup volunteers to the see where the services from Dec. 29 to Jan. 14. residents of this coastal commuThese are the drop-off locations: n East Bank Bridge Park nity live and the benefits of this

Louisiana’s float features a giant pelican stirring a seafood gumbo full of Gulf Coast seasonings. The float will be led by a classic shrimp boat carrying fresh Gulf seafood as a tribute to the men and women in the state’s seafood industry. It’s no Mardi Gras parade, but the Tournament of Roses parade turns 137 years old on Jan. 1 and certainly has a distinct charm. It will be shown on various ABC and NBC affiliates throughout the nation. “Growing up as a child, I didn’t do Mardi Gras; we didn’t turn on the TV and see floats. My family is from Biloxi, and I was never involved in that sort of upbringing, as far as Carnival is concerned, but we would always turn on the Rose Parade,” Frentz said. “I am very, very excited.” The Rose Parade will follow a 5.5-mile route, with Earvin “Magic” Johnson as grand marshal. Up to 40 floats, each covered in individually placed flowers or other natural materials (such as leaves, seeds or bark), along with marching bands and equestrian units, will parade to the theme of “The Magic of Teamwork.”

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n Des Allemands Playground The Department of Public Works will collect trees curbside from residential addresses from Jan. 5 to Jan. 7. Trees should be placed curbside on Jan. 4.

St. Bernard Parish The parish does not collect Christmas trees but instead holds its Christmas wreath recycling program for residents to drop off wreaths for coastal restoration. While speciﬁc 2026 dates are not yet available, the program will likely begin Thursday and continue until Jan. 15. For more information, go to the website sbpg.net or call (504) 2784200.

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SCHOOL NOTES ST. MARY’S DOMINICAN HIGH: Four Dominican music students were chosen to participate in Louisiana Music Educators Association District honor groups’ recent performances. Isabelle Tsien, a string bass player, performed at Loyola in the Col. John R. Bourgeois High School Honor Band. Tsien and June Diket, clarinetist, performed with the association’s District VI Senior High Honor Band. Monica Bertuccci and Sophia Perez performed in the District VI Senior High Honor Choir, under the direction of guest clinician Alissa Rowe. Perez was featured with her original poem set to the song, “Ngothando,” by Mbuso Ndivou. ST. MARY’S DOMINICAN HIGH: Angelle C. Caffery, an art teacher at Dominican, has been elected secretary and regional vice president of the Louisiana Art Educators Association Southern Region. She has been at Dominican since 2016. She holds a master’s degree from Stephen F. Caffery Austin State University. HERITAGE SCHOOL OF MUSIC: New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation’s signature music education program is accepting applications for auditions that will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jan. 10 at the George and Joyce Wein Jazz & Heritage Center, 1225 N. Rampart St. in New Orleans. Students ages 8-18, ranging from beginner to advanced, are invited to apply. The school offers a free, jazz-focused curriculum. www.jazzandheritage. org. JEFFERSON PARISH SCHOLARSHIPS: The Republican Women’s Club of Jefferson Parish is accepting applications through Feb. 13 for two scholarships for residents of Jefferson Parish, each worth $1,000. The main requirement is a 500- to 800-word, double-spaced essay on media literacy, civic awareness and real-world relevance on this topic: Analyze how platforms like TikTok, X and YouTube inﬂuence beliefs, misinformation and civic endangerment among young voters. Email doc1mla@gmail.com for details. ROOTED SCHOOL NEW ORLEANS:

Knicks. He started his coaching career at Berwick High William “Butch” StockSchool and also coached ton, the longtime basketat Boothville-Venice, ball coach at Chalmette Jena, St. Bernard High High School and a 2019 and Lafayette High. He inductee into the Louisiwas an assistant for the ana High School Basket- Stockton men’s basketball team at ball Coaches Association Hall of Fame, recently earned his South Alabama before becoming the head coach of the Jaguars. 800th career win. Stockton received a bachelor’s Stockton has taken teams from four different schools to the Fi- degree at Delta State University, nal Four, reaching the state title a master’s from Southeastern game three times, most recently Louisiana University and a plusin 2017, led by Mitchell Robin- 30 at USL (now the University of son, who plays for the New York Louisiana at Lafayette). Staff report

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At the District Honor Choir performance are, from left, Monica Bertucci, Alissa Rowe and Sophia Perez. Prospective families can visit Mondays through Thursdays, 9 a.m. to noon, to meet students and teachers. Half- or full-day shadow days are also available through Spend-ADay Experiences. Sign up for visits at www.rootedschoolneworleans. org. NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC SCHOOLS: NOLA Public Schools is accepting applications for the 2026-27 school year through the NOLA Common Application Process. New kindergarteners, eighth graders entering high school or families needing a school for next year can apply through Jan. 23. Some schools have extra admissions requirements. enrollnolaps.com. DISCOVERY SCHOOLS: Kenner Discovery Health Sciences Academy and Dr. John Ochsner Discovery Health Sciences Academy will hold open houses for prospective

students and families. The open house for Kenner lower grades PK-4 will be 5:30 p.m. Jan. 21 at the Maine campus, 2504 Maine Ave. in Metairie. The open house for Ochsner Discovery grades PK-8 will be 5:30 p.m.Jan. 14 at DJOD, 1108 Shrewsbury Road in Jefferson. All Jefferson Parish residents are eligible to apply. Admission is openenrollment and does not require testing. www.apply.avela.org. NEW ORLEANS MILITARY AND MARITIME ACADEMY: Registration is open for open houses for grades 8-12 in the cafeteria, 425 O’Bannon St. in New Orleans. Dates are Jan. 8 and 22. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., with presentations at 6 p.m. Attendance is required to apply for the 2026-27 school year. Parent(s) or legal guardian(s) must attend. ID is required at check-in. nomma.net/ admissions.

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Arlene Meraux Elementary has launched an Adopt a Drain program in which students conduct routine cleanups, collect and categorize debris, and log their ﬁndings using digital data-collection tools. Third-grade teacher Christina Crego, who recently participated in the Mississippi River Delta Institute, leads the program. The institute equipped her with a storm drain stewardship kit and the training needed to implement hands-on environmental projects with her students. Their focus is on maintaining the storm drain areas surrounding the school’s parking lot, helping prevent litter and debris from entering local waterways. The information students compile is submitted to the institute, helping researchers to monitor environmental trends across the region. This initiative not only supports local environmental health but

also gives students a chance to engage in learning that connects classroom lessons in science and social responsibility to real-world action. Crego recently was named the districtwide elementary teacher of the year for St. Bernard Parish Public Schools. “Adopting our school’s storm drain has given my students the chance to learn by doing,” said Crego. “When children see the impact of their efforts right outside their classroom, it turns science into something real, meaningful and empowering.” The Mississippi River Delta Institute, run by Hamline University’s Center for Global Environmental Education and hosted locally each summer at Docville Farm through the support of the Arlene Meraux Foundation, brings educators together to explore the region’s unique coastal ecosystems and develop classroom-ready environmental projects.

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KWANZAA EVENTS: New Orleans Kwanzaa Coalition will host a youth panel and poets on Dec. 31, 1 p.m., at the Community Book Center, 2523 Bayou Road in New Orleans. (504) 9487323. A “Walking in Faith” walk, run or bike experience will be Jan. 1, 1 p.m., starting in front of the New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Circle in New Orleans. (504) 915-9902 CELEBRATION IN THE OAKS: City Park’s fundraiser features more than a million lights, running to Jan. 1. The 2-mile driving tour starts at 4 Friederichs Ave. in New Orleans, and the walking tour, starting at 7 Victory Ave., includes unlimited amusement park rides and access to the Botanical Garden. Tickets start at $7. celebrationintheoaks.com. KENNER’S MAGICAL CHRISTMAS VILLAGE: The free holiday experience at Heritage Park in Rivertown, 2015 Fourth St., Kenner, will run from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. to Dec. 31. Activities include lights, snow, music, food, arts and crafts, weekend vendors, live entertainment and a special appearance from Santa Claus. kenner.la.us. WINTER LANTERN FESTIVAL: An outdoor celebration of Chinese culture will be open through Jan. 4 at Bayou Segnette State Park, 7777 Westbank Expressway in Westwego. The walk-through exhibit includes larger-thanlife lanterns, live performances from awardwinning Chinese acrobats and more. 5-10 p.m. Thursdays-Sundays. Tickets start at $18, with children 2 and under free. winterlanternfestival.com. FAN EXPO NEW ORLEANS: Tickets are on sale for the fan event Jan. 9-11, 2026, featuring a reunion of the cast of “The Lord of the Rings.” The live reunion panel includes Sean Astin, Billy Boyd, Dominic Monaghan and Elijah Wood on stage Jan. 10, 7:30 p.m. Tickets start at $20, with special packages available. Expo hours are Friday 3-8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.7 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Expo tickets start at $30. The expo takes place at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd. in New Orleans. fanexpohq.com.

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FRIENDS OF THE CABILDO CONCERT SERIES: Tickets are on sale for the 2025-26 season of concerts, held at 7 p.m. on the third-ﬂoor performance space venue at the New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Ave. in New Orleans. Featured Jan. 9 will be Alex McMurray. Concert dates continue into 2026. Tickets start at $30. friendsofthecabildo.org. HOLIDAYS IN GILDED AGE STYLE: A Historic New Orleans Collection program will explore

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the history of the restored Aeolian residential player pipe organ, along with selections including “Sleigh Ride,” “March of the Toys” and “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy,” Wednesdays-Sundays through Jan. 4, 11-11:30 a.m., at the HNOC’s Seignouret-Brulatour Building, 520 Royal St. in New Orleans. Included with museum admission. hnoc.org. HOLOCAUST SURVIVOR STORY: Sammy Borenstein shares his parents’ story and their life in New Orleans on Jan. 5, 6-7 p.m., in the large meeting room of the East Regional Library, 160 West Campus Drive in Destrehan. www. myscpl.org

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BOOK DISCUSSION: A discussion of “Night” by Elie Wiesel will take place Jan. 7, 6-7:30 p.m., in the large meeting room of the East Regional Library, 160 West Campus Drive in Destrehan. The conversation will examine the book’s themes and consider concepts from “Americans and the Holocaust: A Traveling Exhibition for Libraries,” currently on display. Registration by Jan. 6 at 6 p.m. www.myscpl.org

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ST. DOMINIC EMMAUS MEN’S RETREAT: Registration is open for the men’s Emmaus retreat the weekend of Jan. 30-Feb. 1 at W. J. Kelly Retreat Center, 510 N. 2nd St, in Bay St Louis, Mississippi. The retreat begins at 4 p.m. Friday and ends after the 5:30 p.m. Mass on Sunday. Round-trip transportation is provided from St. Dominic Church, 775 Harrison Ave. in New Orleans. For more, call Rick Valadie (504) 6558932, Norm Madere (504) 481-0411 or Steve Schulkens (504) 401-6990. stdominicparish. com/emmaus

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NEW ORLEANS REGIONAL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE GALA: Tickets are on sale for The Power of NORLI 25th Anniversary Gala Jan. 16, 7-10 p.m., at The MISI, 600 Decatur St., Suite 350, in New Orleans. Tickets start at $200. norli.org

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MAHJONG CLASSES: Diane Schleifstein will lead a series of ﬁve classes of mahjong at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave. in Metairie. The sessions will occur from 2 to 4 p.m. in the Jefferson Room on Dec. 23, 30 and Jan. 6 and 13. Free. calendar.jplibrary.net.

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For more than 70 years, Cornerstone Chemical Company, LLC has played an active role in Jefferson Parish, pairing industrial operations with a sustained commitmenttocommunityengagement,educationand responsible corporate citizenship. That commitment remained at the forefront in 2025 as Cornerstone and its site companies at Cornerstone Energy Park (CEP) invested in local schools and neighborhood initiatives designed to support both the local community and the regional economy. Throughout the year, CEP focused on modernization, positioning the site for sustainable operations and continued investment. Alongside co-locating site companies, Cornerstone makes in-demand products thatincreasethelongevityofeverydaygoods,including vehiclesandlumber,andprocesseslikewaterpuriﬁcation and diesel emission abatement. In creating these products, Cornerstone and its site companies aim to reducetheirenvironmentalfootprintwhileprioritizing thehealthandsafetyoftheiremployeesandcommunity. Onemajormilestonein2025wasthegroundbreaking fora$500millionmanufacturingfacilityfortheCEPsite company UBE C1 Chemicals America (UCCA). “UCCA is proud to work alongside cosponsors who share our commitment to community investment and to building relationships with our neighbors. Through this year’s activities, we had meaningful opportunities to strengthen connections within the Waggaman community and continue building relationships that deliverlastingvaluefortheregion,”saidUCCAPresident and CEO Tom Yura. During the groundbreaking ceremony, Yura also announced $50,000 in continued community investments to local organizations. “UCCA represents exactly the kind of thoughtful, long-terminvestmentweworktoattracttoCornerstone Energy Park,” said Jacques Byrd, vice president of site development at Cornerstone. “By announcing direct communityinvestmentsatthegroundbreaking,UCCA underscored that this facility is committed to being a responsible and engaged neighbor in the communities where we live and work.” ThatcommunitycommitmentfromCornerstoneand itsCEPco-locatingcompanieswasseentimeandagain intangibleways.Whentherewasamajorholidayonthe calendar,thecompanieswerethere–distributingEaster goodie bags at the Waggaman Community Foundation EasterEggHunt,participatinginneighborhoodHalloween celebrations and providing more than 800 goodie bags to local organizations, restocking shelves with food donations to the South Kenner Food Bank ahead of Thanksgiving, providing meals for the Little Zion Baptist Church Community Thanksgiving Luncheon, contributingtotheWaggamanCommunityFoundation’s River Road Christmas Party and supporting the Live Oak Fire Department Christmas Parade and Party.

Beyond seasonal events, CEP site companies also supportedbroadercivicandcommunity-buildingefforts in 2025, including: • Sponsorship of the Jefferson Parish Bicentennial Ball hosted by the Jefferson Community Foundation, celebrating the parish’s history and cultural legacy. • In partnership with Jefferson Parish Councilman Byron Lee, CEP site companies, and contractors sponsored new computer labs at the James C. Simmons and DorothyWatsoncommunitycenters,expandingaccess to technology and digital resources. • ProvidingWalmartgiftcardsforCouncilmanLee’s Annual Senior Luncheon. Also in 2025, Cornerstone and its site companies supportedandinvestedinlocalschoolsthroughmultiple education-focused initiatives. Faculty and staff were celebrated during Teacher Appreciation Week events andend-of-yearcrawﬁshboilsatCherbonnier-Rilleuix Elementary, Cuillier Career Center, and Higgins High School, as well as at holiday luncheons at Cherbonnier-Rilleuix Elementary and Cuillier Career Center. To ensure kids had what they needed to succeed, the companiesledback-to-schoolsupplydonationsbeneﬁttingCherbonnier-RilleuixElementary,EmmettGilbert Elementary and Ralph Bunche Elementary. Through its Cornerstone Scholarship Program, the company awarded 10 eligible local students with $1,000 scholarships to pursue STEM-related degrees at accredited institutions. Another three students received sponsorships to attend the Louisiana Youth Seminar, a weeklong summer camp for high schoolers todevelopskillsinleadership,communication,goal-setting, team-building, problem-solving and more. And, female high school students were able to connect with womencurrentlyworkinginindustrialcareersthanks in part to Cornerstone’s participation in the Women in Industry Forum hosted by the New Orleans Region Industry Alliance. AsCornerstoneleaderslookaheadto2026,theyview responsiblecorporatecitizenshipasanongoingcommitmenttolisteningtocommunityneedsandtakingmeaningfulactiontostrengthentheplacewhereitsemployees liveandwork.AllCEPcompaniesremaincommittedto beinggoodneighborsandengagedcommunitypartners and look forward to building on these relationships in the future. “Supporting the Jefferson Parish community has longbeencentraltohowCornerstoneEnergyParkoperates. We value the opportunity to listen, engage, and partner with residents and local organizations as we work together to build a strong, sustainable future for the region,” said Ainslie Blanke, senior marketing and communications advisor at Cornerstone. To learn more about Cornerstone’s commitment to the Jefferson Parish community, visit: www.cornerstonechemco.com/community.

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Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix

SAVE $ 02 2

15.5 OZ CAN

4.75 - 8 OZ BAG

Trappey’s Blackeye Peas

Lay’s Potato Chips

26th, 2025 1st, 2026 1st, 2026 26th, 2025 december - thursday, january - thursday, janurary pricesprices good good friday,friday, december

SAVE $ 12 1

$ 97

VALUE PACK

85% Lean Ground Round 20.8 - 25.2 OZ

Screamin’ Sicilian or Surfer Boy Stranger Things Pizza

SAVE Rotel up $ 98 to 9 Tomatoes When You Buy 2

Pictsweet Vegetables

3/$$ 3/

10 OZ CAN

NEW!

2/$$ 2/

12 - 14 OZ SELECTED

SAVE up $ 97 to 3

When You Buy 3

88 15 OZ

Hormel Chili

SAVE French Market $ 41 or CDM Coffee 1

SAVE up $ 78 to 2

When You Buy 2

2/$$ 2/

$ 99 Louisiana Local

SAVE Kingsford $ 61 or Match Light 1 Charcoal

GALLON

SAVE $ 90 2

12 - 16 LB BAG

Milo’s Tea

$ 88

$ 99 SAVE 24 ¢

WILD-CAUGHT

Local Gulf Fresh Oysters — ONLY —

1 - 1.25 LB

19 99

Boiled Lobster Combo with Potatoes and Corn

99 LB

SAVE up $ 60 to 6

12 - 16 OZ

$ 88

Live Lobster

Red, Orange or Gold Bell Peppers 64 0Z

PURE FLAVOR

SAVE Ocean Spray 91 ¢ Cranberry Juice

Steamed Free!

SAVE $ 00 9

FRESH BOILED IN STORE

— ONLY —

Ground Fresh In Store Several Times Daily!

¢ EA

PER OYSTER

gulf coast Locall 36 COUNT SACK WILD-CAUGHT $ 00 Local Gulf Oysters

Prices good at New Orleans, Metairie, Gretna, Kenner, Marrero, Covington, Mandeville, and Slidell locations December 26th, 2025 thru January 1st, 2026.

KING’S DAY CAKE WALK January 6th • 11am - 4pm

We’re kicking off King Cake season by giving away a free king cake every hour! King Cake and Coffee Samples from 11am - 1pm

PRICES GOOD WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 31 , 2025 - WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7TH, 2026 ST

SAVE $ 52 2

SAVE $ 62 1

SAVE 91 ¢

HIGH PROTEIN

— ONLY —

$ 87

100% PREMIUM USDA ANGUS CHOICE BEEF SOLD IN BAG

Boneless Whole Rump Roast

VALUE PACK

Boneless Center Cut Pork Loin Chops

$ 47

SUPPORTS UPPOR DIGESTIVE HEALTH

Taylor Farms Chopped Salad Kit

Olipop Prebiotic Soda

When You Buy 2

20 OZ

2/$

$ 77 Sara Lee

Chicken Wings

Honey Wheat Bread

2 LITER BOTTLE

$ 97 Baked Lay’s 2/$

Subway Sauce, Chick-ﬁl-A Sauce or Hidden Valley Dressing

6.25 - 7.625 OZ BAG

Potato Chips

10 - 12 COUNT SINGLE SERVE

8 COUNT PACK

Mission Carb Balance Tortillas

SAVE up $ 98 to 5

SAVE up$ 70 to 10

When You Buy 2

16 OZ

2/$

Coke, Sprite, Barqs or Fanta

SAVE up $ 98 to 2

SAVE up $ 80 to 1

Kellogg’s Cereal

SAVE up $ 98 to 2

When You Buy 2

PREVIOUSLY FROZEN

4/$

9.6 - 16.1 OZ SELECTED

A VARIETY OF FOODS CAN BE PART OF A HEALTHY LIFESTYLE. SCAN HERE FOR OUR JANUARY DIETITIAN'S CHOICE HIGHLIGHTS.

SAVE up $ 74 to 2

— ONLY —

3/$

12 OZ CAN

DIETITIAN’S

SAVE $ 72 1

When You Buy 2

$ 99

12 PACK HALF LITERS

Lipton Green Mountain, McCafé or New Orleans Roast Tea

2/$

largest selection & lowest prices on wine, spirits & beer

SAVE $ 00 7

SAVE $ 00 5

LOW L ALCOHO

99 Kendall Jackson $ 750 ML SELECTED

Wine

750 ML

Gambino’s King Cake Rum Cream

IT’S BACK!

$ 99

750 ML

Taaka King Cake Vodka

750 ML

Svedka Vodka

NONLIC ALCOHO

750 ML

SAVE up $ 96 to 11

— ONLY —

$ 88

When You Buy 4

— ONLY —

Meiomi or Meiomi Bright

Large Navel Oranges

When You Buy 3

10 - 13 OZ BAG SELECTED

CALIFORNIA GROWN

SAVE up $ 50 to 2

SAVE $ 11 2

750 ML SELECTED

— ONLY —

Fireball Cinnamon or Blazin’ Apple Whisky

99 Michelob Ultra $ 12 PACK 12 OZ

Zero

$ 99 NEW!

24 PACK 12 OZ CANS

Michelob Ultra

8 PACK 355 ML

High Noon Sun Sips

8 COUNT

Fleur de Leaf THC Gummies

$ 99

Prices good at New Orleans, Metairie, Gretna, Kenner, Marrero, Covington, Mandeville, and Slidell locations December 31st, 2025 thru January 7th, 2026.