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The
Department of Cultural & Public Affairs consists
of two divisions:
The
Cultural Affairs Division is responsible
for fostering the arts, humanities, cultural events
and specific civic events in the City of Slidell.
This Division operates the Slidell Cultural Center
and the Slidell Museum, coordinates four annual
festivals throughout Olde Towne Slidell, provides
assistance to nonprofit art organizations, and presents
both local and national talents to the citizens
of our community. Under the guidance of the community
advisory board, the Commission on the Arts for the
City of Slidell, this division creates programming
which showcases the power the arts have on enhancing
the quality of life for our residents and visitors.
The
Public Affairs Division is responsible
for the dissemination of information regarding the
City of Slidell, including the activities of the
administrative and legislative branches, to the
public. Duties include design of the Annual Report,
public service announcements, press releases, tourism
and coordination of the above efforts with private
partners. On-going projects of the Department include
Update newsletter and Bravo! newsletter.
Contact
Cultural & Public Affairs
P.O. Box 828
Slidell, LA 70459
Ph: 985-646-4375
F: 985-646-4231
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Kim Bergeron
Director
kbergeron@cityofslidell
.org

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Salad Days 2010 Prospectus
The City of Slidell’s Department of Cultural & Public Affairs has released the prospectus for the nineteenth annual Salad Days juried exhibition of student art. This popular exhibit offers St. Tammany Parish students an opportunity to have their art featured in a formal gallery setting. Salad Days recognizes student artists in four different categories, ranging from ages 5 to 19. 04-19-2010
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The Topcats Celebrate Slidell at Bayou Jam Concert
The City of Slidell’s popular Bayou Jam concert series kicks off the spring season with a performance by The Topcats on March 14 and a special hometown award presentation to Slidell from the National League of Cities. The award ceremony begins at 5:00 p.m. and the concert begins at 5:30 p.m. in Heritage Park. Admission is free.
This celebration is a great way to continue to the festivities of the St. Patrick’s Day parade, presented by the Olde Towne Merchants Association, which will begin at 1:00 p.m. in Olde Towne Slidell.
03-14-2010
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Friends of the Arts present The Final Curtain Call gala
As we reach the final days of the Slidell Municipal Auditorium and celebrate an era of memories, we also celebrate the creation of the new Friends of the Arts organization. 03-08-2010
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Bayou Jam Concerts Return for Spring 2010 Season
The City of Slidell’s popular Bayou Jam concert series returns on March 14 with a performance by The Topcats and a special hometown presentation to Slidell from the National League of Cities. The concert begins at 5:30 p.m. in Heritage Park, shortly after the St. Patrick’s Day parade in Olde Towne.
The concerts will continue on March 28 with a performance by The Burnside Flashers, April 25 with Soul Vaxxination, May 2 with Redline and special guest Jenny Brooks (rescheduled from a previously rained out event last fall) and May 16 with Sgt. Pepper’s Band. Admission is free. 02-12-2010
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Your quick guide to Some Enchanted Evening
02-10-2010
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Salad Days 2010 call for student artists
The City of Slidell’s Department of Cultural & Public Affairs has released the prospectus for the nineteenth annual Salad Days juried exhibition of student art. This popular exhibit offers St. Tammany Parish students an opportunity to have their art featured in a formal gallery setting. Salad Days recognizes student artists in four different categories, ranging from ages 5 to 19. 02-10-2010
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Community invited to Celebrate Slidell at special Bayou Jam event
The community is invited to join the celebration when the National League of Cities presents the Gold Award for Municipal Excellence to the community for its cultural programming. The award presentation will begin at 5 p.m., followed by a Bayou Jam Concert featuring The Topcats at 5:30 p.m. 02-05-2010
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Mixed Media 2010 Winners Announced
The winners of the City of Slidell’s nineteenth annual Mixed Media juried exhibit were announced at the exhibit’s opening reception, Friday, January 15, and awards were presented by Mayor Ben Morris. 01-28-2010
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Artists from Four States Featured in Mixed Media Exhibit
The works of artists from four southeastern states will soon be on display in the Slidell Cultural Center when the City of Slidell’s nineteenth annual Mixed Media juried exhibition opens on January 15. The competition is open to artists from ten southeastern states. This year a total of 58 entries were received from 24 artists from Louisiana,
Mississippi, Georgia and Tennessee. A total of 35 works by 16 different artists were selected for the exhibit by juror Dale Newkirk. 01-11-2010
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Updated Slidell Mardi Gras Parade Schedule
Click here to see Slidell's 2010 parade schedule. 01-07-2010
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Salad Days 2007 Children's Juried Art Competition Prospectus
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Mystical Arts of Tibet
See the colorful event poster here!
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Presenting Cultural Extravaganza
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Cultural Affairs Department receives Savvy accolades
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Mystical Arts of Tibet
Get all the details of this event in this informative press release.
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Cultural Affairs Department Wins National Awards
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Cultural Affairs' DVD Honored with Telly Award
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Collectible Art is Life Pin Can Help Bring Back the Arts
Get your pin today and help us support cultural events in our city!
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Salad Days 2008 Prospectus
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Mystical Arts of Tibet - Create your own mandala
Become part of this spectacular event!
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Salad Days 2007 postcard
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Animator Brings 'Shrek' to Slidell
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Mixed Media 2008 Exhibit Opening Soon
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• Brigham Young Symphony Band Performs Free Concert in Slidell
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• Out of Our Element Call For Artists
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2008-2009 Cultural Season Announced
Our Cultural Calendar brochure will soon be mailed to residents throughout the area. In the meantime, get the full scoop with this more detailed version of the many events we will bring to Slidell in the 2008 - 2009 Cultural Season.
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Slidell continues to win awards for the arts in 2008
The city was one of only five in the nation recognized with a Savvy Award for arts. See complete details in the press release.
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• City of Slidell 2008 - 2009 Cultural Events Calendar
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• Out of Our Element Prospectus
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Olde Towne Cultural District boundaries
This pdf map indicates the boundaries of the City of Slidell's new Olde Towne Cultural District.
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City of Slidell Welcomes New Commissioner
The City of Slidell and the Department of Cultural & Public Affairs is pleased to announce that John Perkins has joined the city’s Commission on the Arts. Perkins took his seats on the commission and attended their first meeting in August 2009.
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Slidell's Cultural Affairs takes home two more national awards
The City of Slidell’s Department of Cultural & Public Affairs has taken home first and second place awards in two categories in this year’s Savvy Awards competition sponsored by the City-County Communications and Marketing Association, or 3CMA. The awards recognize outstanding local government achievements in communications, public-sector marketing and citizen-government relationships.
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Slidell Selected to Showcase Cultural Event Sponsorship Program
The City of Slidell’s Department of Cultural & Public Affairs has been selected to showcase its program, “Strengthening the Community and the Economy through the Arts,” at the National League of Cities’ annual Congress of Cities & Exposition, November 10-14 in San Antonio, Texas.
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Slidell Takes Top Honors at National League of Cities Expo
The City of Slidell took home the first place Gold Award for Municipal Excellence at the 86th annual National League of Cities’ Congress of Cities & Exposition in San Antonio, Texas, for its program titled “Strengthening the Community and the Economy through the Arts.”
Slidell holds the distinct honor of being the only Louisiana city ever to have received the prestigious award in its 20 year history, and is the only 2009 recipient being recognized for arts programming.
Joining Slidell in the Gold Award Winning circle are Savannah, Ga., Long Beach, Ca., and New York City. Silver Award Winners include Estes Park., Colo., Burnsville, Minn., St. Louis, Mo., and Seattle, Wa.
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