"Fika", a valued social institution in Sweden, means taking a regular break to enjoy refreshments with your friends or colleagues. We would like to add that experience to NOSHA! From the book 'The Art of the Swedish Coffee Break': "Functioning as both a verb and a noun, the concept of fika is simple. It is the moment that you take a break often with a cup of coffee, but alternatively with tea, and find a baked good to pair with [...]

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 board member Glenn Pearl who has been our contact person, setting up our volunteer shifts and keeping us involved. √ The warehouse is not climate controlled so please dress accordingly. [...]

This has become an annual event for NOSHA fans, and who can't use a good walk now and then with friends, right? NOSHA member and local activist Dave Thomas will be our dependable captain this year. The money goes to a very good cause and we have a team page to make it official, so you can register ahead of time. You can sign up as a member of the team and/or donate here: https://tinyurl.com/y9nlhe6h The walk officially begins at [...]

We're heading west, but not as far as Texas! Traditional Mexican cuisine is always enjoyable and fun and El Paso is really affordable and tasty to boot. Here's the menu: https://elpasorestaurant.net/mexican-food-menu/ • ImportantPlease keep us up to date on your ability to attend by using the RSVP function as soon as your plans change. It's very helpful for us to know how many folks are joining us, not just for the restaurant seating, but for the folks on the waiting [...]

Our guest speaker will be Noelle George, Executive Director with the nationally known organization, Foundation Beyond Belief, a humanist charity that promotes secular volunteering and responsible charitable giving. Guided by the principles of secular humanism, their mission is to: * Unite the humanist community in volunteering and charitable efforts. * Advocate for compassionate action throughout the world. They further their mission through these ongoing programs: Grants, Disaster Recovery, Service Corps, and Volunteer Network. Come and learn more how the secular [...]

NOSHA is the Community Partner with the New Orleans Film Festival for this film. We will have some free passes to give out to NOSHA people (first come, first served) and when those are all taken, you can still buy a ticket at the venue. Look for Charlotte or Audrey. SYNOPSIS: Thousands of Chinese students arrive in the United States each year, often confronting loneliness and culture-clash upon arrival, something director Hao Zhang (Winner: NOFF Student Pitch Award, 2017) knows [...]

"Fika", a valued social institution in Sweden, means taking a regular break to enjoy refreshments with your friends or colleagues. We would like to add that experience to NOSHA! From the book 'The Art of the Swedish Coffee Break': "Functioning as both a verb and a noun, the concept of fika is simple. It is the moment that you take a break often with a cup of coffee, but alternatively with tea, and find a baked good to pair with [...]

There's nothing like a good Indian buffet! Something for everyone and the chance for "seconds" on top of that. Nirvana has always been one of our most popular venues, so let's celebrate some curry before the holiday food hits! *** 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 the RSVPs right up [...]

Fidel Azazi will discuss contemporary immigration in the West from Muslim-majority countries and the dramatic cultural shift contributing to a major change in Europe and the United States. Such change has paved the way for right-wing populism to dominate the political landscape. Azazi is a Lebanese social and political activist who has worked with the International Organization for Migration under the Humanitarian Admission Program for resettlement between 2013 and 2015. Then, he served as a protection officer at Oxfam Great [...]

"Fika", a valued social institution in Sweden, means taking a regular break to enjoy refreshments with your friends or colleagues. We have added this experience to NOSHA! From the book 'The Art of the Swedish Coffee Break': "Functioning as both a verb and a noun, the concept of fika is simple. It is the moment that you take a break often with a cup of coffee, but alternatively with tea, and find a baked good to pair with it. You [...]