Spirit of Louisiana Katrina 20-Year Commemoration
2025-08-30 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Olde Towne Slidell, 2055 Second Street, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
Coming August 30, 2025: the Spirit of Louisiana Hurricane Katrina 20th Year Commemoration, presented by the Krewe of Black & Gold and Northshore Cultural Economy Coalition in partnership with the City of Slidell.
While our hearts go out to the many people would rather forget that Katrina happened–especially those who lost so everything–we also believe that an entire generation of young people plus families who moved to the area should be provided an opportunity to learn more about the event that forever changed our lives. The 20th Anniversary marks a milestone of resilience and rebirth.
The commemorative event will begin with a Community Gathering at 4 pm in the Slidell Municipal Auditorium featuring elected officials and special guests.
This will be followed by the Spirit of Louisiana Second Line led by the Storyville Stompers. The procession will begin at the Slidell Municipal Auditorium/City Hall and parade around Municipal Square block. The event will honor the many selfless individuals who have been part of the recovery and rebuilding. This includes city, parish, state and national government employees, elected officials, law enforcement, firefighters, EMS, utility linemen, waste management teams, faith-based and community service organizations and volunteers, the hospitality industry and the media who worked around the clock to keep us informed. It’s an opportunity for the public to come out and show gratitude for these individuals’ and organizations’ service.
The second line is free and open to the public, and the community is welcome to join in the procession or cheer from the sidelines for the honorees.
Following the procession is a 6 pm concert featuring The Bucktown All-Stars, which was the first band to perform in the city’s Bayou Jam Concert Series after Hurricane Katrina, providing citizens a few hours to step away from the cleanup and reconnect with family and friends for catharsis through music. Special guest appearance by Vince Vance.
The concert will be held in the Slidell Municipal Auditorium, which was the last of the municipal structures to be rebuilt following the original auditorium’s post-Katrina demolition. Due to limited seating capacity in the auditorium, preregistration for free tickets will be required. (More details to come soon.) Ticketed individuals will receive priority admission until 15 minutes prior to showtime, at which time doors will open to the public for remaining seating if available.
This event is supported by a grant from the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation’s Community Partnership Grant program and a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, as administered by St. Tammany Parish Commission on Cultural Affairs. Funding has also been provided by the National Endowment of the Arts.
We are grateful for the Spirit of Louisiana title sponsor, Visit the Northshore/St. Tammany Parish Tourist and Convention Commission, and additional sponsors Sophisticated Woman Magazine, Edge of the Lake Magazine, Where Y’at Magazine and Lowry-Dunham, Case and Vivien Insurance.
We’re looking forward to unveiling the Spirit of Louisiana Katrina 20th Commemorative poster by the fabulous Adam Sambola in the near future.
This event will also be funded in part by Krewe of Black & Gold memberships. Memberships are available for a one-time donation of $25 (Founders) or $50 (VIP Founders.) Please note membership is not a requirement to participate in the commemorative events. For more information, visit https://KrewefBlackAndGold.com.

Slidell Toastmasters Club Meeting
2025-09-04 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-09-18 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-02 18:30 - 21:30, 2025-10-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-06 18:30 - 21:30 | City Hall Meeting Room, Mayors Building, First Floor, 2055 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70459, United States
The Slidell Toastmasters Club will meet in the City Hall Meeting Room, First Floor, 2055 Second Street from 6:30-9:30 pm.

Board of Adjustment Meeting
2025-09-04 19:00 - 20:00 | City Council Chambers, 2045 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
The Board of Adjustment will meet Thursday, September 4th at 7 pm in the City Council Chambers.

Compassionate Friends of the Northshore Bereavement Group
2025-09-08 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-06 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-11-03 18:00 - 19:00 | City Hall Meeting Room, Mayors Building, First Floor, 2055 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70459, United States
Compassionate Friends of the Northshore Bereavement Group will meet in the City Hall Meeting Room, First Floor, 2055 Second Street from 6-7 pm.

Slidell City Council Meeting
2025-09-09 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-09-23 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-14 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-10-28 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-11-04 18:30 - 19:30 | City Council Chambers, 2045 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
Agenda located here:

Slidell City Council Meeting

Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Meeting
2025-09-10 17:00 - 18:00 | City Council Chambers, 2045 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
The Olde Towne Preservation District Commission meeting will be held Wednesday, September 10th at 5 pm in the City Council Chambers.

Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
2025-09-15 19:00 - 20:00 | City Council Chambers, 2045 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
The Planning and Zoning Commission meetings will be held Monday, September 15th at 7 pm in the City Council Chambers.
Planning Commission Agenda (PDF)
Zoning Commission Agenda (PDF)

Ozone Music Education Foundation Songwriter Circle Session
2025-09-23 18:00 - 21:00, 2025-10-21 18:00 - 21:00 | City Hall Meeting Room, Mayors Building, First Floor, 2055 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70459, United States
Join the Slidell Songwriter Circle in the City Hall Meeting Room, First Floor, 2055 Second Street from 6-9 pm.

Keep Slidell Beautiful Board Meeting
2025-09-25 18:00 - 19:00 | City Hall Meeting Room, Mayors Building, First Floor, 2055 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70459, United States
The Keep Slidell Beautiful board meeting will be held on Thursday, September 25th at 6 pm in the City Hall Meeting Room (2055 Second Street). This meeting is open to the public.

St. Tammany Levee, Drainage and Conservation District Meeting
2025-10-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Slidell Municipal Auditotium, 2056 Second Street, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
The St. Tammany Levee, Drainage and Conservation District Board will meet at the Slidell Municipal Auditorium, 2056 Second Street at 6 pm.

Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
2025-10-20 19:00 - 20:00 | City Council Chambers, 2045 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
PC Agenda Packet (PDF)
ZC Agenda Packet (PDF)
The Planning and Zoning Commission meetings will be held Monday, October 20th at 7 pm in the City Council Chambers.

Inaugural Ceremony for Mayor Randy Fandal and Interim Chief of Police Daniel Seuzeneau
2025-10-21 10:00 - 11:00 | Slidell Municipal Auditotium, 2056 Second Street, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
Slidell Police Chief Randy Fandal was elected as Mayor of Slidell in a special election to complete the unexpired term of Mayor Greg Cromer. We are thrilled to welcome Mayor-Elect Fandal and look forward to his leadership in serving the citizens of Slidell.We would also like congratulate Interim Police Chief Daniel Seuzeneau on his new role, and we are excited to see both leaders work together for the future of Slidell.We invite everyone to join us for this special occasion to celebrate this new chapter for our city. Tuesday, October 21, 2025 10:00amSlidell Municipal Auditorium – 2056 2nd Street, Slidell, Louisiana

Halloween Bayou Jam Featuring Monster Crawfish
2025-10-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Heritage Park, 1701 Bayou Lane, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
The City of Slidell’s popular Bayou Jam Concert Series continues on Sunday, Oct. 26, with a special Halloween concert featuring Monster Crawfish. Guests are encouraged to come dressed in their Halloween costumes.
Monster Crawfish is a high-energy, New Orleans–based band that gets audiences dancing and enjoying great music across the Gulf Coast. With all members on vocals, the band delivers a versatile mix of classic rock, oldies, Top 40, country, dance, and more. They have performed at casinos, festivals, and special events throughout the region, including the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival, Mandeville Seafood Festival, Abita Springs Crawfish Festival, and Chalmette Crawfish Festival. With a crowd-pleasing repertoire and dynamic stage presence, Monster Crawfish guarantees a set that gets everyone up, dancing, and singing along.

Save the dates for these upcoming concerts:

Nov. 9 – Veterans Day Concert with the Northshore Community Orchestra 4-6 p.m.
Dec. 7 – Holiday Extravaganza! with Vince Vance and the Valiants 5-7 p.m.

Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets. Food and beverages will be available for purchase. In case of inclement weather, cancellation decisions will be announced by 1 p.m. on the day of the event via the city’s website and Facebook page.

For more information about this event, please call the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs at (985) 646-4375. For City of Slidell news and events, please visit MySlidell.com and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

Public Review on CDBG Amendment
2025-11-04 13:30 - 14:30 | City Hall Meeting Room, Mayors Building, First Floor, 2055 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70459, United States
The City of Slidell invites public review and comment on a substantial amendment to the City’s 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan. This amendment will re-program funds to create a new activity – Sidewalk Installation within Census Tract 409, the CDBG Target Area. As part of the public review process, the City will hold one public hearing for public comment; Tuesday, November 4, 2025 from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM in the Mayor’s Community Meeting Room, First Floor, 2055 Second Street, Slidell LA 70458.
All residents, particularly low to moderate income persons, are encouraged to attend the public hearing. On-street and municipal lot parking is available. We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage and participate fully. Virtual/remote attendance is available and the attendance link will be posted at least 24 hours prior to each meeting on the City’s website, or the link can be obtained by contacting the City’s CDBG program. To request the meeting link, a particular accommodation, or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact cdbg@cityofslidell.org or call 985-646-4320 during weekday business hours.
A draft of the amendments plan will be available for review at the City of Slidell Planning Department from 8:30am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday and on the City’s website at www.mysllidell.com from October 22, 2025 through November 21, 2025. To comment or ask questions, email cdbg@cityofslidell.org, call 985-646-4320, or, deliver written requests to CDBG, c/o Planning Department, 250 Bouscaren St., Ste.203, Slidell, LA 70458

Board of Adjustment Meeting
2025-11-06 19:00 - 20:00 | City Council Chambers, 2045 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
The Board of Adjustment will meet Thursday, November 6th at 7 pm in the City Council Chambers.

Veterans Day Concert with the Northshore Community Orchestra
2025-11-09 16:00 - 18:00 | Slidell Municipal Auditotium, 2056 Second Street, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
Mayor Randy Fandal invites you to a special concert honoring our veterans, featuring the Northshore Community Orchestra, this Sunday at 4 p.m. at the Slidell Auditorium.
🇺🇸 Veterans Day Concert with the Northshore Community Orchestra
📅 Sunday, Nov. 9, 2025
⏰ 4-6 p.m.
📍 Slidell Auditorium, 2056 Second Street
🎟️ Free Admission
CHANGE OF VENUE: The concert was originally supposed to be held at Heritage Park, but due to forecasted cooler temperatures and strong winds on Sunday evening, and because it’s not ideal for musical instruments to be used in cold weather, the concert has been moved to the Slidell Auditorium. Doors open at 3:30 p.m., and seating is available on a first come, first served basis.
For more info: http://myslidell.com/…/slidell-hosts-veterans-day…/

Olde Towne Preservation District Commission Meeting
2025-11-12 17:00 - 18:00 | City Council Chambers, 2045 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
Agenda Packet (PDF)
The Olde Towne Preservation District Commission meeting will be held Wednesday, November 12th at 5 pm in the City Council Chambers.

Planning and Zoning Commission Meetings
2025-11-17 19:00 - 20:00 | City Council Chambers, 2045 Second St, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
PC Agenda Packet (PDF)
ZC Agenda Packet (PDF)
The Planning and Zoning Commission meetings will be held Monday, November 17th at 7 pm in the City Council Chambers.

Keep Slidell Beautiful Board Meeting
2025-11-20 18:00 - 19:00 | Slidell Municipal Auditotium, 2056 Second Street, Slidell, LA, 70458, United States
The Keep Slidell Beautiful board meeting will be held on Thursday, November 20th at 6 pm in the Slidell Auditorium Meeting Room (2056 Second Street). This meeting is open to the public.
