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Edible Schoolyard
On October 14, 2026, Les Dames NOLA hosted Edible Schoolyard, a Green Tables event.
Pearls & Purpose at Antoine’s Restaurant
On September 25, 2026, Les Dames NOLA hosted the first Pearls & Purpose luncheon at Antoine’s Restaurant, with featured speakers Robin Barnes and Deputy Mayor Renee Lapeyrolerie. This event raised $12,000 to support the chapter’s Leading from the Heart Award program.
Where Music Meets Hospitality: Robin Barnes to speak at Pearls & Purpose
Robin Barnes, the Songbird of New Orleans, will be the keynote speaker at Pearls & Purpose, a fundraiser for Les Dames NOLA’s Leading from the Heart Award grants and other philanthropic programs.
Our Community Understood the Assignment
When Les Dames New Orleans launched our Back-to-School Supply Drive this summer, we had one goal: help local kids head back to school feeling prepared, confident and excited for a fresh start.
At The Table With: Emily Shaya
Emily Shaya is the co-founder behind Saba, Safta, and now Safta's Table. She talks design, deals, and why she's been a Dame nearly as long as our chapter has existed.
2026 - 2027 Board of Directors Slate
The Les Dames NOLA Nominating Committee is pleased to present the slate of officers for the 2026–2027 Board of Directors. We will vote on the incoming board slate at the annual member meeting on August 19, 2026 at the Windsor Court Hotel.
At The Table With: Nina Compton
Don’t miss the Ladies Night NOLA series kicking off at Compere Lapin in collaboration with Queen Trini Lisa on July 27.