St. Charles Avenue's Registry
Charitable Events May–July 2022 Compiled by Elizabeth Griffith We will continue to update this calendar online at stcharlesavenue.com as more information becomes available. All events are subject to change.
APRIL 29
Zoo-To-Do for Kids presented by Children’s Hospital New Orleans
Benefits: Audubon Nature Institute Event Info.: The 33rd annual Zoo-To-Do for Kids presented by Children’s Hospital New Orleans on April 29, 2022, will celebrate Audubon’s conservation efforts for pollinators, the group of insects, mammals and birds on which the future of life on Earth depends. Zoo-To-Do for Kids presented by Children’s Hospital New Orleans is New Orleans’ premier benefit event for kids. Audubon Zoo is transformed into a magical playland filled with giant inflatables, live entertainment and complimentary food and libations to delight every palate. Tickets: $25 Location: 6500 Magazine St. Contact: events. audubonnatureinstitute.org/ztdk MAY 2
Shorty Fest 2022 Presented by Acura
Benefits: Trombone Shorty Foundation Event Info.: Headlined by Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, this year’s musical lineup features performances by Galactic featuring Anjelika “Jelly” Joseph, Dumpstaphunk, Dirty Dozen Brass Band
and students from the Trombone Shorty Academy. In addition to the coveted indoor celebration, Shorty Fest is expanding its festivities with a free outdoor block party and the Tipitina’s Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony– this year honoring the legendary musician Cyril Neville. Tickets: $100-$300 Location: 501 Napoleon Ave. Contact: tipitinas.com MAY 3
GiveNOLA Day
Benefits: Greater New Orleans Foundation Event Info.: Make a difference by joining for 24 hours of giving to benefit regional nonprofits. Now in its 9th year, GiveNOLA Day is a 24-hour event hosted by the Greater New Orleans Foundation. Together, let’s inspire people to give generously so that we can make our region stronger and create a thriving community for all. Tickets: Donations to nonprofits Location: 13 parish region Contact: givenola.org MAY 6
Hancock Whitney Zoo-To-Do
Benefits: Audubon Nature Institute Event Info.: Spend a memorable evening at the 2022 Hancock Whitney Zoo-To-Do, Audubon Zoo’s signature fundraising
event celebrating its 44th year. Hancock Whitney Zoo-To-Do will be held Friday, May 6, and will celebrate Audubon’s conservation efforts for pollinators, the group of insects, mammals, and birds on which the future of life on Earth depends. Your ticket purchase includes live entertainment, premium cocktails and delicious cuisine from local restaurants. Tickets: $175 Location: 6500 Magazine St. Contact: events. audubonnatureinstitute.org/ztd
MAY 13
MAY 13
MAY 13
Benefits: Son of a Saint Event Info.: The Son of a Saint Classic golf tournament returns in 2022 to raise critical funding support for the New Orleans-based 501(c)(3) organization and its mission of transforming the lives of hundreds of fatherless boys throughout our community. Through 2022, Son of a Saint is celebrating 11 years of providing service and success to young men across the New Orleans area and is continuing to grow and evolve into its bright future. Tickets: Foursomes start at $1,000 Location: English Turn Golf & Country Club @ 1 Clubhouse Dr. Contact: sonofasaint.org
Benefits: Bridge House/Grace House Event Info.: Each year Bridge House/Grace House hosts the Women of Substance Luncheon to honor local female role models for the many women in our substance use disorder treatment program who are striving to become sober and self-sufficient. Three outstanding women from the New Orleans community, who we feel possess the ideals our Grace House women look for in a role model, are chosen as the honorees. The event also recognizes three other individual honorees: a “Richard ‘Buzzy’ Gaiennie Award” recipient, a “Volunteer of the Year Award” recipient
Son of a Saint Classic 2022 Golf Tournament
Brass ‘N Glass
Benefits: YAYA Event Info.: Join us for YAYA’s spring fundraiser, Brass ‘N Glass! This free event will feature a glass demonstration, live music and an arts market with work by YAYA artists. Participate in our Goblet Grab by buying a handmade glass and drink for free all night! Tickets: Free! Location: 3322 Lasalle St. Contact: yayainc.org
27th Annual Women of Substance Luncheon
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