July 21, 2025 – Good News in Slidell

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Celebrate Summer in Style at Slidell’s 8th Annual White Linen and Lagniappe

Wear your coolest summer whites and join the fun at the 8th annual White Linen and Lagniappe on Saturday, August 9, 2025, in Olde Towne Slidell. This family-friendly evening features art, shopping, dining, live entertainment, and plenty of lagniappe—that little something extra!

“White Linen and Lagniappe is one of Slidell’s biggest cultural events,” said Slidell Mayor Bill Borchert. “Come experience an unforgettable night filled with all the unique fun that makes Olde Towne shine!”

Enjoy delicious food and signature White Linen and Lagniappe drinks as you explore the historic district’s shops, antique stores, boutiques, bars and restaurants. Live entertainment will be on every corner; from Antique Umbrella Alley to Carey Street Park, there is plenty of fun to be found all throughout Olde Towne!

Participating Businesses:

  • American Legion Post 374
    Artists /Vendors: Michelle Maiaroto
  • Antiques & Art on First
  • Antique Umbrella Alley
    Lagniappe: Kid’s Market
  • Arcade on Carey
  • Bistreaux 55
    Artists/Vendors: Wess Foreman, Al Hamauei, STARC Art
    Entertainment: Fat City Swing, 6-9 p.m.
  • Blanc & Brick
    Lagniappe: Cake Walk to benefit Slidell High basketball team
  • Borchert Law at Notting Hill
    Artist/Vendors: John Paul Duet Photography, Michael Reed, Joshua Wichterich
    Lagniappe: Poster Artist Joshua Wichterich will be selling signed evebnt posters
  • The Brass Monkey
  • Bridge Street Ink
    Artists/Vendors: Kaiden McKleroy
    Lagniappe: Free White Linen t-shirt with any purchase of $40 or more
  • Camellia City Pizza
    Entertainment: Overboard, 6-9 p.m.
  • Camellia Well Being
    Artists/Vendors: Ava Palermo, Krew Sunglasses & The Bread Co.
  • Christina’s Therapeutic Touch
    Artists/Vendors: Vivian Hava
  • Comfort & Joy Florals
  • Crippin Residence – Olde Towne Residents’ Block Party
    Artists/Vendors: Wild Dancer Ranch, Joy Rancatore, Lori Anselmo Art
    Entertainment: SteveA Sings, 6-9 p.m.
  • The Earthly Elephant
  • Engel & Völkers
    Artists/Vendors: Connor Carollo, Hannah Marks
    Lagniappe: Outdoor games for kids, light refreshments, giveaways, photo ops
  • Expo Signs
    Artists/Vendors: Charlotte Collins, Linda Bickel, Larisa Clevenger, Matt Litchliter, Keith Delaune, Ernest Robert, Patrick Lera, Connie Born
  • The Golden GOAT
  • Green Oaks Apothecary
    Artists/Vendors: Aeva Santini, Amanda Douglas, Jessica Little, Tristen Rolling, Vanitas Valentine, Lauren Penton-Taylor, Tiffany Alexander-Bubbletina, Lauren Swift, Joseph Paul, Miranda Risher, Krystal Shemack, Marlee Bowman, Alva Johnson, Sachea Coombs, Theresa Boldo, Ada Martin, Robert Earhart, Jessica McDaniel, Artist Burnett, Dominick Williams, Breanna Sebring, Mia Simmons, John Berry, Rebecca Mulhearn, Tracy Conway, Connect Northshore, Alyssa Ussery, Skylar Brewer, Jen Blanchard, Jena Pendarvis-Smith, Omega Johnson, Whitney Ferguson, Lisa B. Benson, Janelle Glass, Jill Anderson, Jessica Moody, Kayla Greco, Rebecca Autin, Sara White, Luna Sphere David Guastella
    Entertainment: Northshore Community Orchestra, 6-9 p.m.
  • Heidelbergs
  • Hingle Boys TCG & Hobby
  • KY’s
  • Lowry-Dunham, Case & Vivien
    Artist/Vendors: Elsa Baker, Kevin Cagle, John Case, Charlotte Collins, Lizzie Shelby, CJ Rosel, Lyba Murphy
    Lagniappe: King and Queen of Mona Lisa & Moonpie Parade will be announced at 6 p.m.
  • Luna Tequila
    Artists/Vendors: Caitlin Rae Permanent Jewelry
  • Northlake Outfitters
    Artist/Vendors: Simone Chiasson, Jennifer Caspolich
    Lagniappe: Special White Linen Sales
  • Olde Towne Book Store:
    Artists/Vendors: Artist Madison Woolfolk, Author Cher Levis and Illustrator Paula Windham
    Lagniappe: Sale on books by local authors. Sale on products by local artists.
  • Old Town Soda Shop
  • Olde Towne Tavern
  • Pablo’s A South American Taste
    Lagniappe: Complimentary mixed drink with purchase of any meal
  • Pontchartrain Investment Management
    Artists/Vendors: Phil Galatas, Mary Rich, Jennifer Bolio
    Lagniappe: light food and drinks
  • Roots Plants + Coffee
    Artists/Vendors: Swamp Sprouts Art
    Lagniappe: Latte specials, affogatos and pastries. Sidewalk Plant Sale + Swap
  • Slidell Museum
    Artists/Vendors: Jessica Williams
    Lagniappe: Slidell History Stroll Scavenger Hunt Sign-up – complete the scavenger hunt turn in the form with the correct answers and you could win lunch with Slidell Mayor Bill Borchert
  • St. August Maison
    Artists/Vendors: Artist Dustin Young, Nola Cigars and B&B Tea Company
    Entertainment: DJ Noizebox, 6-9 p.m.
  • Tacos & Beer
  • Tres Co. Formal
  • Triangle Square Cocktail Lounge
    Artists/Vendors: Wild Lily Designs Jewelry, Hannah Brown
    Entertainment: Missi & Ray (from Witness), 6-9 p.m.
  • The Venue
    Artists/Vendors: Luxe Permanent Jewelry Bar, Wild Desire Boutique, Slinging Rock Lapidary
  • Whiskey & Ashe
    Lagniappe: Drink Specials – White Whisper Mojito, White Linen Sour

This year’s White Linen and Lagniappe event poster was created by local artist Joshua Wichterich. His artwork, “Stars, Sweet Tea, and a Slidell Soiree,” is featured on event posters and promotional materials. Wichterich will be signing posters at Borchert Law during the event.

White Linen and Lagniappe is presented by the City of Slidell, Olde Towne Merchants’ Association, Olde Towne Slidell Main Street, and the Slidell Antique Association. For more information about this event, call the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs at (985) 646-4375. For the latest updates on City of Slidell news and events, visit MySlidell.com or follow “City of Slidell, Louisiana” on Facebook.

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City of Slidell Opens Temporary Sandbag Location Ahead of Tropical Disturbance

In preparation for the upcoming tropical disturbance, the City of Slidell will open a temporary sandbag distribution site today near Heritage Park. The site is located at the parking lot on the corner of Bayou Lane and Pennsylvania Avenue.

The sandbag location will be open today from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Residents are encouraged to take advantage of this resource to help protect their property from potential flooding and severe weather.

For additional information and continued updates, please visit the City of Slidell’s official website at MySlidell.com or follow the “City of Slidell, Louisiana” on Facebook.

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Blood Drive to Benefit 18 year old Topher Coggin

Please join us at the Slidell Municipal Auditorium on Monday, July 14th for a blood and platelet drive to benefit 18 year Topher Coggin of Slidell!

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Calling All Artists! White Linen and Lagniappe Forms Are Now Available

Calling all artists!

The City of Slidell, Louisiana is looking for artists to participate in the 8th annual White Linen and Lagniappe Night on Saturday, August 9, 2025. It is free for artists to participate.

Artists who wish to participate can download the White Linen and Lagniappe Artist Registration Form from the city’s website, www.myslidell.com. Artists will also have to opportunity to submit digital images for consideration of having their work featured in Arts Evening publicity. Submissions should be sent to culturalaffairs@cityofslidell.org.

Deadline for forms and art submissions is Thursday, July 28, 2025.

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Slidell Welcomes Dr. John Fitzmorris as the Acting Curator for the Slidell Museum

Slidell Mayor Bill Borchert is pleased to announce that Dr. John Fitzmorris will serve as the acting curator at the Slidell Museum this summer. Dr. Fitzmorris will oversee operations and continue the museum’s mission of collecting, researching, preserving, and sharing Slidell’s history.

“I am honored to serve as the acting curator of the Slidell Museum this summer,” said Dr. Fitzmorris. “Greg Scott, the past curator, did an outstanding job with the museum, and I look forward to working with Greg to continue making the Slidell Museum a great place for both residents and visitors to explore.”

A native of New Orleans, Dr. Fitzmorris brings a wealth of historical expertise to the Slidell Museum. He is a full-time Instructor of History at the University of New Orleans. He holds a B.A. from Louisiana State University (L.S.U.), an M.A. in Religious Studies from Loyola University New Orleans, an M.A. in History from the University of New Orleans, and a Ph.D. in History from the University of Southern Mississippi. His dissertation, “Bearing the Double Burden: Chaplains and the Problem of Combat in Vietnam,” is slated for future publication.

Dr. Fitzmorris is a recipient of the George F. Windell Prize for Outstanding Thesis. He currently teaches a diverse range of subjects, including U.S. History, Louisiana History, Irish History, the History of the Vietnam War, and The Civil War and Reconstruction. He also serves as moderator for the Phi Alpha Theta National History Honor Society at UNO and conducts oral interviews with war veterans for the Library of Congress Veterans Oral History Program.

Summer hours are Monday through Thursday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The museum will have limited hours during the weeks of July 13 and July 20, open only on Tuesday and Thursday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Admission is free.

The Slidell Museum is located at 2020 First Street in Olde Towne Slidell. Groups are welcome but are encouraged to schedule a tour in advance. For more information about the Slidell Museum, please call (985) 646-4380 or contact via email at museum@cityofslidell.org. While admission is free, the Slidell Museum gratefully accepts donations and community support to continue providing these vital cultural services.

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City Offices Closed July 4 for Independence Day

Slidell Mayor Bill Borchert and the members of the Slidell City Council would like to wish everyone a happy and safe Independence Day!

In observance of Independence Day, city offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, and will reopen during regular hours on Monday, July 7. 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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Boil Water Advisory Issued for Part of Westchester Estates

The City of Slidell has issued a Boil Water Advisory as a precaution due to a loss of water pressure during repairs to a water main. The following addresses in Westchester Estates are affected:

  • 110 Markham Dr.
  • 200 Markham Dr.
  • 3735 Myrtle St.
  • 3741 Myrtle St.
  • 3747 Myrtle St.
  • 3751 Myrtle St.
  • 3740 Myrtle St.
  • 3746 Myrtle St.
  • 3752 Myrtle St.
  • 3758 Myrtle St.

Notices have been posted at the affected addresses. The advisory will remain in effect until the Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals analyzes water samples, which typically takes several days. Residents will be notified once the advisory has been lifted.

For guidance on what to do during a Boil Water Advisory, visit the CDC’s official resource: https://www.cdc.gov/healthywater/emergency/drinking/drinking-water-advisories/boil-water-advisory.html

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