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Lori Anselmo selected as the Arts Evening 2024 Poster Artist

Slidell Mayor Greg Cromer, the City of Slidell, and the members of the Slidell Commission on the Arts would like to congratulate Lori Anselmo for being selected as the Arts Evening 2024 Poster Artist. Her art work, “Slidell Sunflowers” will be featured on the Arts Evening poster and publicity materials.

The 29th annual Arts Evening takes place on Saturday, March 2, 2024, from 5 to 9 p.m. in Olde Towne Slidell. One of the largest cultural festivals on the Northshore, this family-friendly event features over 50 artists displaying their works at over 30 locations in Olde Towne Slidell. In addition to the artwork, there will be live entertainment; antique, boutique and unique shopping; fine and casual dining and surprises on every corner of Olde Towne. Admission is free.

Anselmo is a self-taught artist who began her art business in 2002. Her work has been featured in numerous art exhibitions in the region, including her “Freedom” exhibit celebrating our military and her twentieth anniversary retrospective exhibit, both in the George Dunbar Gallery in the Slidell Cultural Center at City Hall. In 2018, she opened Lori’s Art Depot and Creative Center for the Arts in the historic Slidell Train Depot, where she teaches art classes, hosts art parties and sells her art.

Many of her public art projects can be seen in Slidell and the New Orleans area, including seven streetcars for the popular “Streetcar Named Inspire” project benefitting the Young Leadership Council of New Orleans, six bead dogs benefitting the LASPCA “Bead Dog” project, and four pelicans for Leadership Northshore’s “Pelican’s on Parade” project to raise money for Rainbow Childcare. She has also created several murals for the City of Slidell, including a Mardi Gras mural and a mural celebrating our healthcare workers for their sacrifices during the pandemic.

In 2016, she painted poppies on her fence and shared a picture on her Facebook page. Within weeks, photos of her fence went viral and were shared on social media millions of times! She received requests from all around the world to come paint fences. This lead to her creating fence panel art work, featuring Anelmo’s original works of art printed on panels, that can create murals on any fence around the world.

She is the recipient of the City of Slidell’s 2019 BRAVO! Arts Award which recognized Anselmo for her artisitc contributions to the City of Slidell. She gives her time and talent to many charitable organizations, raising almost $300,000 since 2009 for local non-profits and organizations.

Anselmo will be selling signed copies of the event poster during Arts Evening. For more information about Anselmo and Lori’s Art Depot, visit her website at LoriAnselmoArt.com and visit her pages on social media.

For more information about Arts Evening, please call the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs at (985) 646-4375. For the latest information about City of Slidell news and events, visit MySlidell.com or follow the “City of Slidell, Louisiana” on Facebook.

 

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Street Closures in Olde Towne Slidell Feb. 2 – 3 for Mona Lisa and MoonPie and Krewe de Paws parades

In preparation for the Krewe of Mona Lisa and MoonPie parade on Friday, Feb. 2, at 7 p.m. and the Krewe de Paws dog parade on Saturday, Feb. 3, at 10 a.m., streets in Olde Towne Slidell will start closing at 3 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 2. (view the map to see which streets will be closed).

No Parking Zone 1
Zone 1 street closures will start on Friday, Feb. 2 and will reopen on Saturday, Feb. 3 at 1 p.m. Once bollards are in place, any vehicle that is inside the perimeter of Zone 1 will not be able to leave Olde Towne until after 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 3, when the bollards are removed. Once bollards are in place, no vehicles will be able to enter or exit Zone 1.

No Parking Zone 2
Zone 2 street closures will start on Friday, Feb. 2 at 4 p.m. and will reopen on Friday, Feb. 2 at 9 p.m. Once barricades are in place, any vehicle that is inside the perimeter of Zone 2 will not be able to leave Olde Towne until after 9 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 2, when the barricades are removed. Once barricades are in place, no vehicles will be able to enter or exit Zone 2.

“Special Event No Parking” signs will be placed throughout Olde Towne Slidell.
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Planned Boiled Water Advisory for parts of Westchester starting at 2:30pm on Thursday, February 1, to repair water main

The City of Slidell will be issuing a planned Boil Water Advisory on Thursday, February 1, 2024, at 2:30 p.m. as a precaution due to a loss of pressure from repairing a water main. The following addresses will be affected:

• Salmen High School
• 215 Westchester
• 3915 – 3945 Berkley Street

Notices have been posted for the affected addresses by the City of Slidell. The Boil Water Advisory will be in effect until the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals analyzes all the water samples. It usually takes several days. Everyone will be notified once the advisory has been lifted.

For more information on what to do during a Boil Water Advisory:https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/emergency/drinking/drinking-water-advisories/boil-water-advisory.html.

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UPDATE: Boil Water Advisory Lifted For Parts of Audubon

UPDATE – 1/27/24, 10:30 AM: the Boil Water Advisory has been lifted  

The City of Slidell has issued a Boil Water Advisory as a precaution due to a loss of pressure from a contractor hitting a 6″ water main for the following addresses:

• 201-256 Audubon Drive
• 306-308 Oriole Drive

Notices have been posted for the affected addresses by the City of Slidell. The Boil Water Advisory will be in effect until the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals analyzes all the water samples. It usually takes several days. Everyone will be notified once the advisory has been lifted.

For more information on what to do during a Boil Water Advisory:https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/emergency/drinking/drinking-water-advisories/boil-water-advisory.html.

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Carolyn Cromer, mother of Mayor Cromer, passes away

Carolyn Martin Cromer, age 89, passed away on Monday, January 15, 2024. Although she will be dearly missed as a beloved sister, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Carolyn’s passing also marks a joyous reunification between her and her husband of 65 years, George Cromer, Jr., who recently preceded her in death.

Carolyn was born on August 18, 1934 to Frankie and Liston “Pop” Martin in Mandeville, LA. She graduated from Bogalusa High School and worked at United Gas Company for a short time before starting her family. Carolyn lived a most peaceful and content life in Bogalusa, LA, where she was a member of Superior Avenue Baptist Church.

She is survived by her son, George Gregory “Greg” (Peggy) Cromer of Slidell; her daughter, Lori Cromer (Bryan) Voth of Baton Rouge; her sister, Verna Gaye Talley of Bogalusa; her grandchildren, Carolyn Nicole “Niki” Cromer, George Clayton “Clay” (Erica) Cromer, Bryant Martin (Alyssa) Voth, Leah Catherine (Eric) Morvant; and her great-grandchildren, Stephen Bech, Jr., George Orson Cromer, Maeve Cromer, Bowman Voth, and Rose Voth.

The oldest of three girls, Carolyn enjoyed spending time with her younger sisters and extended family—each of whom had a favorite dish cooked by their “Aunt Carolyn” or “Mimi.” She was a warm and constant presence in her grandchildren’s lives, and from sporting events to dance recitals, she cheerfully supported their countless activities.

Carolyn met George Cromer, a transplant from West Virginia, in the summer of 1956. The two married in June 1957 and were blessed with 65 wonderful years together. Carolyn would often remark on his passing by saying that she felt as though half of her was gone. Her friends and family take comfort in knowing that she feels whole again in heaven alongside the love of her life.

In addition to reuniting with her husband, Carolyn will also join her brother, L. F. Martin, III, her parents, and her sister, Sylvia Martin Cothern, in eternal rest. 

A service to celebrate Carolyn’s life will be held on Friday, January 19, 2024. Visitation will start at 11:00 AM, with the funeral service to follow at 1:30 PM in the chapel of Poole-Ritchie Funeral Home. Rev. Clay Norwood will officiate the service, with the entombment to be held at the Sanctuary of Peace Mausoleum in Ponemah Cemetery.

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City offices closed Jan. 16 due to inclement weather

Due to inclement weather, City of Slidell offices will be closed on Tuesday, January 16, 2024.

Essential personnel will remain on duty, should an emergency arise. If Slidell residents experience problems with their water or sewer service, they should call the City Services 24-hour emergency hotline at (985) 643-6140.

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City offices closed January 15 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

In observation of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, city offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15, and will reopen during regular hours on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024

Essential personnel will remain on duty, should an emergency arise. If Slidell residents experience problems with their water or sewer service, they should call the City Services 24-hour emergency hotline at (985) 643-6140.

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UPDATED: Norfolk Southern Railroad announces dates for railroad crossing closures

Over the next several weeks, Norfolk Southern Railroad will be performing maintenance work on the railroad tracks in the Slidell area. Several railroad crossings are tentatively scheduled to be closed for repairs, including:
• Gause Blvd. (US 190) – Saturday, January 13, 2024
• West Hall – Tuesday, January 16, 2024
• Brownswitch Rd. – coming soon
• North Blvd. – ?
Work on the crossings at Bayou Liberty and Fremaux Ave. should be completed.
These closures will affect traffic, so drivers are encouraged to use alternate routes if possible.
Other closures will be announced once Norfolk Southern Railroad notifies the City of Slidell.
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Dr. Michael Sprague announced as Guest Speaker for Mayor’s Community Prayer Breakfast on Jan. 26

Purchase tickets here

Slidell Mayor Greg Cromer is inviting the public to join him for the 12th annual Mayor’s Community Prayer Breakfast, presented by Community Christian Concern, on Friday, January 26, 2024, at 7:30 a.m. in the Slidell Municipal Auditorium. Tickets are now available for $20.

This year’s guest speaker is Dr. Michael Sprague, who serves as the Louisiana State Chaplain with the Capitol Commission and is the President of Grace Adventures, which reaches out to political, business and spiritual leaders in the New Orleans/Baton Rouge region and beyond. He is engaged in relational outreach and discipleship, teaching, coaching, writing and speaking. His non-profit helps leaders think through the “Big Questions” of life and thrive as a whole person: spiritually, relationally, physically and emotionally. He spends lots of time at the Capitol in Baton Rouge, Louisiana working with Legislators, lobbyists, administration and Capitol staff in a non-political, non-partisan pastoral/chaplain role. The focus is not to lobby for legislation but to help leaders with their faith and life. Days are filled with Bible studies, prayer, listening, caring appointments and many surprises.

Dr. Sprague has spoken at political and community events, has preached at both megachurches and small churches, and has lead retreats and workshops on topics including: influence, leadership, global mission, faith and politics, faith and vocation, courage, hope, and dealing with disaster. He has been featured on such programs as Fox and Friends and Fox Business Risk and Rewards, Moody Radio and Christianity Today. He holds a Business degree from the University of Maryland, a Master of Divinity degree from Capital Bible Seminary (Lanham, Maryland) and a Doctor of Ministry degree from Dallas Theological Seminary. He served as Senior Pastor of Trinity Church in Covington, Louisiana for 11 years, and formerly served for 15 years at Forcey Bible Church in Silver Spring, Maryland. In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, he helped launch the Touch Global Crisis Response Ministry for the Evangelical Free Churches of America, and wrote two books – DISASTER: Betting the Farm on God in Life’s Storms and Stories from Katrinaland.

The Slidell Municipal Auditorium is located at 2056 Second Street. Doors will open at 7 a.m. and the event will begin at 7:30 a.m.

Tickets to the community breakfast are now available online at www.eventbrite.com. If tickets are not sold out in advance, they will be available for purchase at the door.

Event sponsorships are available for $100 and include two tickets plus acknowledgment during the event. For more information, please contact Community Christian Concern at (985) 646-0357. 

For information about the Community Prayer Breakfast, please call the Mayor’s Office at (985) 646-4333 or visit the Eventbrite ticket page.

For the latest city news updates and information about upcoming events, visit the City of Slidell’s website at MySlidell.com and follow the “City of Slidell, Louisiana” on Facebook.

Purchase tickets here

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Slidell’s 2024 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule

Dear Citizens,

As we enter Mardi Gras season, I would like to invite you and your family and friends to come experience Mardi Gras in Slidell. Grab your lawn chairs, ice chests and king cakes and head on out to the parade route to enjoy all the parades rolling through Slidell:

  • Friday, Jan. 26, 6:30 p.m. – Krewe of Titans
  • Saturday, Jan. 27, 12 p.m. – Krewe of Bilge
  • Saturday, Jan. 27, 6 p.m. – Krewe of Poseidon
  • Sunday, Jan. 28, 1 p.m. – Krewe of Antheia
  • Friday, Feb. 2, 7 p.m. – Krewe of Mona Lisa and MoonPie
  • Saturday, Feb. 3, 10 a.m. – Krewe De Paws
  • Sunday, Feb. 4, 1 p.m. – Krewe of Dionysus
  • Friday, Feb. 9, 6:30 p.m. – Krewe of Selene
  • Tuesday, Feb 13, 10 a.m. – Krewe of Kidz

I am proud that many families choose to celebrate Mardi Gras here in Slidell. It’s great to see so many smiling faces along the parade route. I ask that everyone be respectful and help us maintain the fun, family-friendly environment that people enjoy in Slidell.

Come enjoy the best that Slidell has to offer during Mardi Gras season.

Laissez les bons temps rouler!

Mayor Greg Cromer

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