Aug 22, 2014
CVS pharmacy is coming to the Lower 9th Ward
 
CVS Pharmacy is set to open a new store next year in the 5000 block of N. Claiborne Ave. This would be the first major retailer to open a store in our community since Hurricane Katrina. 
9th Annual Katrina Commemorative Events
 
District E
Join District E Councilman James Gray next Friday, Aug. 29, to commemorate the 9th year after Hurricane Katrina. The event will take place 9 a.m. - 10:30 a.m., at the corner of N. Claiborne and Reynes. 

Make It Right 
Join Make It Right and neighbors Friday, Aug. 29, 3:30 p.m. - 7 p.m. at 1831 Tennessee St. for the 9th annual Hurricane Katrina anniversary and rebuilding celebration. There will be food, live music and second line, games, lower 9 souvenirs and back-to-school giveaways. 

For more information, contact Willie Murray at 504-458-2695.  
Backyard Gardners Network kicks off fall programming with a celebration
 
You're invited to the Backyard Gardners' Fall Kickoff Celebration with free food, music and activities! It's Saturday, Sept. 6, 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. at the Guerrilla Garden, 600 Charbonnet St. Come find out what's in store at your neighborhood community garden this fall.



Paid internship for Lower 9 Youth 
The Backyard Gardeners Network is seeking Lower 9 youth for a paid community outreach internship. Interns will be paid $10/hr, and will work 5 hours weekly. For more information, e-mail info@backyardgardenersnetwork.org or call 504-875-2948. 
Lower 9 neighbor creates Shiloh, Place of Peace

NolaVie recently published an article about beloved Lower 9 neighbor Mr. Pete Ellis and his beautiful garden. Mr. Pete has worked with CSED volunteers and the Guerilla Garden, and he freely shares his produce with neighbors.
Apply for the Citizen's Police Academy
 
Applications are being accepted for the Citizen's Police Academy, an 8-week program designed to provide citizens with information on various functions of the NOPD and the justice system. This program is managed by the Crime Prevention Unit of the NOPD under the leadership of Superintendent Michael Harrison. The program begins Wednesday, Sept. 10, with sessions held every Wednesday, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. 
Energy Efficiency Tips from USGBC Louisiana
 
USGBC Louisiana offers the following tips to help stay cool and keep your bills low:
  • Use blinds, drapes, and shades to block the sun from overheating your home through windows.
  • Turn your thermostat up 7-10 degrees during the times that you are away from home, and save as much as 10% on your bill.
  • Use fans, even with air conditioners. Circulating air always feels cooler.
  • Sealing or weather stripping cracks and gaps around windows, doors, and siding keeps air in your home. This helps with both heating and cooling!
  • Keep your AC serviced and change air filters regularly, every 1-3 months.
In This Issue
Lower 9 pop up produce stand wins top prize

Congratulations to the Sankofa Community Development Corporation for winning the Lots of Progress contest. Their winning idea was to turn an empty Lower 9th Ward lot into a pop-up produce stand.
Take action for fenceline communities!

"Sign on" in support of the new rule that would tighten EPA regulations which will reduce toxic air emissions. This will protect the health of our community and many others across the country. 
CSED Team 

Executive Director
Arthur Johnson

Program Coordinator & Urban Farm Manager
Kathy Muse

Volunteer Coordinator
Warrenetta Banks

Energy Efficiency & Urban Farm Manager
Vincent Fedeli

Wetland Specialist
John Taylor

Energy Efficiency Apprentice
Charles Reddick

Community Resilience Consultant 
Beverly Jackson

Resiliency Manager for Coastal Restoration and Community Awareness 
Rachel Pickens
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