NEW ORLEANS (Press Release) – Cocktails for KID Smart will celebrate 25 years of teaching through imagination on March 21 at The Cannery. The 21st annual event, made possible by traditional sponsor Ochsner Health and current sponsor Jones Walker & Primary Eye Care, supports KID smART's expansion of programming at the Creative School and brings the organization to New Orleans. and other regions to become a powerful force in arts education.
“We are so grateful to be able to celebrate our fourth anniversary with this year’s Cocktails for KID smART event,” said Elise Gallinot Goldman, Executive Director of KID smART. “This important milestone is a testament to the unwavering support we have received from our community, who believe in our mission to bring the power of the arts to every child in New Orleans. I feel grateful to all those who supported me.”
Cocktails for Kid Smart, chaired by KID smART board members Gretchen Weller Howard, Michael Mimeles, and Nancia Sterling, begins at 6:30 p.m. and features a special musical entertainment by the Jen Howard Band. Patron hour will be held. Cocktail His party will be held from 7:30pm to 9:30pm and will include a live auction showcasing Ruth Owens' artwork, his week-long stay at a villa in the south of France, and a selection of new items including tickets and memberships. Includes the Orleans Art Enthusiast package. , wine and dine. Catering will be provided by The Cannery and entertainment will be provided by DJ Rusty Lazer and the International School of Louisiana Circus Arts. Additionally, Electra Cosmetics will be offering a Glitter Her Buffet experience on-site to help add some sparkle to guests celebrating KID smART's Silver His Anniversary. Guests will have the opportunity to take home a limited edition champagne bottle designed by a local artist.
“KID Smart was founded on the belief that the power of the arts should be available to all children in New Orleans, and the organization provides a suite of evidence-based arts education programs to children in public schools. ,” said Emily Arata, vice president of systems. Community Affairs for Ochsner Health. “Ochsner Health's mission to build healthier communities aligns with KID smART's impactful work, and we are honored to work together to improve educational opportunities in New Orleans.”
Founded in 1999, KID smART provides public school students with access to an arts-rich education. In its 25-year history, KID smART has served more than 63,000 students and more than 11,000 teachers in schools throughout New Orleans. With the belief that the power of the arts should be available to all children in New Orleans, KID smART works within public schools to maximize the benefit of arts-rich social-emotional education. , which works to reach underserved children.
KID Smart cocktails are a primary way for the entire community to support KID Smart's mission. Tickets start at $125. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit kidsmart.org/cocktails-for-kid-smart.
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