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Storytime: Sweet Dreams: Poems and Paintings for the Child Abed

Rick Telander will read from his book, Sweet Dreams: Poems and Paintings for the Child Abed.

With 42 original poems by author Rick Telander and an equal number of full-page, full-color illustrations from 42 different artists from four countries, Sweet Dreams is a beautiful, easy-to-read poetry collection in the fashion of Robert Louis Stevenson's century-old classic, A Child's Garden of Verses.

Started when Telander was sick in a bed many years ago and had begun writing the poems in his head, this book is a work of caring for young boys and girls who must make that ordinary yet complex and sometimes frightening transition from waking reality to the land of Nod.

Sweet Dreams will amuse, delight, intrigue, and above all soothe any child before sleep. This book is a gift to all children, the way the best illustrated words can be.

Event date:
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Event address:
The Garden District Book Shop
2727 Prytania St
New Orleans, LA 70130

Storytime: Sweet Dreams: Poems and Paintings for the Child Abed

Rick Telander will read from his book, Sweet Dreams: Poems and Paintings for the Child Abed.

With 42 original poems by author Rick Telander and an equal number of full-page, full-color illustrations from 42 different artists from four countries, Sweet Dreams is a beautiful, easy-to-read poetry collection in the fashion of Robert Louis Stevenson's century-old classic, A Child's Garden of Verses.

Started when Telander was sick in a bed many years ago and had begun writing the poems in his head, this book is a work of caring for young boys and girls who must make that ordinary yet complex and sometimes frightening transition from waking reality to the land of Nod.

Sweet Dreams will amuse, delight, intrigue, and above all soothe any child before sleep. This book is a gift to all children, the way the best illustrated words can be.

Event date:
Tuesday, May 21, 2024 - 4:00pm to 5:00pm
Event address:
The Garden District Book Shop
2727 Prytania St
New Orleans, LA 70130

Get ready to sleigh the holiday season! Gather your squad—colleagues, neighbors, friends, and family—and rock your tackiest, most over-the-top holiday sweater. It's time to sip, snap, and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year!

✨ What's in Store:

🎟️ Raffle for a Cause: Support the Ronald McDonald House by entering to win fabulous prizes, including Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group Gift Cards, a Jameson Beverage Cooler, Pelicans Basketball tickets, Redbreast Irish Whisky 15 Year with Glassware and Decanter, and more! Tickets are just $5 each.

🍹 Festive Holiday Cocktails & Mocktails Available for Purchase:

“Get Lit” Cocktail

Champagne in the Oaks

Kentucky Mistletoe

Peppermint Milk Punch

📸 Holiday Photo Ops: Pose by our magical backdrop, complete with festive and fun photo props. Plus, strike a pose with the Grinch himself, who will be spreading his own brand of mischievous holiday cheer!

🏆 Ugly Sweater Contest: Show off your holiday fashion (or lack thereof) and compete for the title of Tacky Champion! The Grinch will announce three winners.

🍸 Tickets: $15 – Includes your choice of a Champagne in the Oaks Cocktail or a Merry Mocktail.

🎅 Bonus: Guests are invited to make a reservation to enjoy our unforgettable Réveillon dinner afterward.

Break out the glitter, the garland, and the good vibes—let’s celebrate the holidays together! 🥂

Come enjoy the festive feeling at our House and enjoy hot cocoa, cookies & other seasonal delights!
See the House all lit up for the holidays and sing a carol or two while you're here. It's easy to get into the spirit of the season at our House!

Join us as for an evening under the stars at Avery Island's gorgeous Marsh House, hosted by Joey & Buzzy Brown.
Kindly email Grace to RSVP.

Join us as for a day of sporting clays fun on beautiful Jefferson Island located in New Iberia!

Help us help more families in 2025 with your donations on NOLA's biggest giving day of the year!
CLICK HERE TO GIVE: https://www.givenola.org/organization/RMHCSLA