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Women’s Rights in Louisiana and Beyond

Jefferson Parish Library 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, LA, US

In light of the cancellation of the Women's March, we wanted to take this opportunity to offer education on the interesting history of women's rights in Louisiana and the status of the ERA nationally. We are partnering with New Orleans NOW as a partner in this enlightening program. Our featured speaker will be Dr. Christine Day, a professor of political science at UNO, who will address the history and status of the Equal Rights Amendment. Dr. Day is author of [...]

Sunday Freethinkers Fika – January

CC'S Community Coffee House 2800 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, LA, US

This has become an enjoyable social activity organized by NOSHA board member William Gautreaux. Bring your enthusiasm, your topics and your willingness to listen to your freethinking friends! "Fika", a valued social institution in Sweden, means taking a regular break to enjoy refreshments with your friends or colleagues. It's a great chance to visit with like-minded folks and discuss what is on everyone's mind.

Last Supper Dinner Club – February

New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood Co. 4141 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA, US

Dine with the Deniers in 2019! New Orleans Hamburger and Seafood Co. is one of our most popular locations in the history of the LSDC. They have a large menu, so you aren't restricted to hamburgers or seafood (see the menu here: http://www.nohsc.com/wp-content/uploads/ToGoMenu.pdf) *** Please update your RSVP if your plans change. It's very helpful for us to know how many folks are coming, not just for the restaurant seating, but for the folks on the waiting list. We check [...]

Darwin Day 2019 – Meet and Greet Some Primates!

Monkey Hill Bar 6100 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA, US

February weekends are chock full of Mardi Gras activities, so we thought we'd sneak in a social event to celebrate Charles Darwin's 210th birthday! It's a chance to stop by, pop in and groom your fellow primates. We'll have birthday cake and you can buy drinks from the bar (including non-alcoholic, so don't let the location keep you from coming by.) It will be a low-key affair with a friendly "open house" feel. Come and go as you are. If [...]

Last Supper Dinner Club – March

Central City BBQ 1201 S Rampart St, New Orleans, LA, US

Dine with the deniers once again! It's time for some springtime in the friendly sprawling confines of Central City BBQ. If you've never been, you owe yourself a visit to this timeless spot in downtown New Orleans. Check out the menu here: http://centralcitybbq.com/menu/ *** As a courtesy to the restaurant and the other attendees, please update your status if something changes and you cannot attend (so we will not be waiting for someone who will never show up!)***

Mandisa Lateefah Thomas with Black Nonbelievers

Jefferson Parish Library 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, LA, US

We are excited to have Mandisa Lateefah Thomas, founder and president of Black Nonbelievers Inc., as our March speaker. Thomas founded Black Nonbelievers, Inc. in 2011 as a secular fellowship. Its goals include eliminating stigma, increasing visibility, and providing support and networking opportunities around non-belief in the African-American community. She believes it is important to expand diversity within the black community to include people who challenge the effectiveness of the church and its doctrine, and who advocate for "more tangible, [...]

Volunteering with Second Harvest Foodbank – March

Second Harvest Food Bank 700 Edwards Avenue, New Orleans, LA, US

It’s time to volunteer again! One of our most popular and well-attended activities as a group has been working with the Second Harvest organization where we sort and box donated food for families in need in New Orleans and the surrounding parishes. We are thankful for the efforts of NOSHA member Glenn Pearl who has been our contact person, setting up our volunteer shifts and keeping us involved. In addition to RSVP'ing here, please sign up for the shift at [...]

How to Track State Legislation

Goldring-Woldenberg JCC - Metairie 3747 W Esplanade Ave, Metairie, LA, US

Louisiana’s legislature has online tools that make it easy for citizens to look up legislation, find out who writes, sponsors and votes for legislation, and even watch public hearings. This workshop will teach you how to use the website to keep up with legislative proceedings and hold your legislators accountable. Join us in person or online for this LIVE webinar. To RSVP or ask questions: ncjwgno@gmail.com To join the webinar, email louisianaspa@gmail.com for instructions. ** Please note: this is a [...]

Sunday Freethinkers Fika – March

CC'S Community Coffee House 2800 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, LA, US

This has become an enjoyable social activity organized by NOSHA board member William Gautreaux. Bring your enthusiasm, your topics and your willingness to listen to your freethinking friends! "Fika", a valued social institution in Sweden, means taking a regular break to enjoy refreshments with your friends or colleagues. It's a great chance to visit with like-minded folks and discuss what is on everyone's mind.

Gina Forsyth Returns – House Concert at Joyce and Dave’s

Joyce & Dave's 1107 Dante St., New Orleans, LA, US

You are invited to the “CAN'T GET NO RESPECT” House Concert Series at NOHSA members Dave and Joyce's to enjoy the sounds of musician, Gina Forsyth (https://www.ginaforsyth.com/). Suggested donation: $10 Door's open at 4:30pm. Her first set will start at 5:30pm. IT'S A POT LUCK, so please bring something light to share! We will provide assorted beer, soft drinks, and finger foods. For more info, email born2step@gmail.com or call 504-957-9290. NOTE: Please note that this event is held at a [...]