Category Archives: Hope and New Orleans

Book Signing at 1850 Museum House

Posted on May 23, 2014 by sally

I will be doing a book signing of Hope & New Orleans: A History of Crescent City Street Names on Saturday, May 24th at the 1850 Museum House, the official gift shop for the Louisiana State Museum properties in New … Continue reading →

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Costco Time!

Posted on May 9, 2014 by sally

Well, those who know me know that I am a Costco fanatic. I am also a true believer in supporting small and local businesses, but when it comes to big businesses Costco is just about the only one that I … Continue reading →

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Bucket List & Jazz Fest

Posted on May 2, 2014 by sally

Big Bucket List check-off. My book has been in the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival Book Tent for the whole festival, but Sunday I will be doing a signing there from noon to one! I have already seen Richard Campanella, Carolyn … Continue reading →

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Book Signing at the Roosevelt Hotel May 2nd

Posted on April 30, 2014 by sally

This Friday, May 2nd, from 6pm to 8pm, I will be doing a book signing of my book “Hope & New Orleans: A History of Crescent City Street Names” in the lobby of the famous Roosevelt Hotel! So thrilled to do … Continue reading →

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Maple Street Book Shop Signing

Posted on April 23, 2014 by sally

On Thursday, April 24th from 6:00pm to 7:30pm, I will be doing a lecture and book signing at Maple Street Book Shop at 7529 Maple Street. I like to craft each lecture around a specific subject and this one will be … Continue reading →

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My First Book Signing

Posted on March 24, 2014 by sally

My first lecture and book signing for my new book Hope and New Orleans: A History of Crescent City Street Names is this Wednesday, March 26th at Garden District Book Shop, 2727 Prytania Street from 6 to 7:30pm. I will … Continue reading →

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Tennessee Williams Festival

Posted on March 20, 2014 by sally

Well, ever since the first time I went to the Tennessee Williams Festival (I think back in 2000) I have wanted to be on a panel – and now it is happening! I am very proud and incredibly excited to … Continue reading →

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Book Events

Posted on March 18, 2014 by sally

My Book is Officially OUT! I have a few more dates to add/confirm but… as for now, here are some books events I will be at. My SHOWS page on my website will be updated frequently. Wednesday, March 26th: Lecture … Continue reading →

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Book Cover

Posted on February 14, 2014 by sally

Here is the cover to my book! Pretty excited. The whole editing process has been eye opening – so many layers. But my fears were calmed a bit when one of my professors told me that every book has mistakes. … Continue reading →

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Cruisin’ and Lecturin’

Posted on February 6, 2014 by sally

Well, I completed my first lecture series for Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. Not only was it my first time on a cruise, but my first time lecturing to non-New Orleanians. Both experiences were eye opening and a learning experience. I … Continue reading →

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