Curious Neighbors
Some of the best conversations happen in a smaller room.
Curious Neighbors brings together a handful of people who probably would not have met otherwise. Different traditions. Different neighborhoods. Different histories with the same city. Whatever the particular makeup, the shape stays the same... a small group sharing a table over several months, getting past the version of each other they assumed.
Not to debate. Not to find out how much we agree on. Just to ask real questions and find out who is actually across from us.
Every group runs on the Curious Code, the same one we use everywhere. Respect beats being right. Listen first. Questions before conclusions. Nobody is trying to change anybody, and you are never asked to speak for your whole tradition or explain your entire self. You are there as a neighbor, which is a lower bar and a more interesting one.
Each group looks a little different. Different people, different rhythm, different reason for gathering. Some meet over dinner, some over coffee, some around a question somebody brought and could not stop thinking about.
What tends to happen is that a group gets to know each other well enough to want to do something together. We hope for that. We do not schedule it.
Neighbors are the people we did not choose. What we do with that is the whole thing. Want to join a group, or start one? Reach out and we will point you toward the right table.
Come be curious with us.
Schedule: 4th Saturday every month, 11am-12:30pm
Email sam@justloveneworleans.org for more information
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Seasoned Curious Krewe
Every first Wednesday beginning at 12pm meets The Seasoned Curious Krewe. This is a space specifically designed for older adults, where people can build real friendships, share stories, reflect on memories, and deepen their connection through honest, curious conversation. We gather because curiosity helps people feel seen, heard, and cared for. It helps us listen well, honor life lessons, and make room for every season of life. We do this by practicing....
The Curious Code:
~ Respect beats being right…always ~
~ Listen up…no interruptions, please ~
~ Keep an open mind…it’s how we grow ~
~ Respond with curiosity…questions before comments ~
~ Make this a safe space for everyone, every time ~
Let’s Get Curious!
Location: Stella’s Pizzeria in Metairie (4421 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70006)
The Curious Code:
~ Respect beats being right…always ~
~ Listen up…no interruptions, please ~
~ Keep an open mind…it’s how we grow ~
~ Respond with curiosity…questions before comments ~
~ Make this a safe space for everyone, every time ~
Let’s Get Curious!
Location: Stella’s Pizzeria in Metairie (4421 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70006)
Fostering the Families
On the first Wednesday every month, foster families gather for an evening of warmth, connection, and care. These nights are called "Fostering the Families," they exist for one simple but powerful reason: the people who open their homes to foster children deserve spaces where they are cared for, too.
Fostering children is a beautiful and life-changing act of love—but it's also incredibly hard. That's why "Fostering the Families" was created. A space where those who care for foster children can be cared for themselves. Here, foster parents can share struggles, swap stories, and find strength in community. Because the best way to nurture children is to make sure the adults who love them are supported, too.
You can be part of this effort by investing financially, joining the food prep team, or becoming part of the hospitality crew that shows up each month to serve, smile, and make it all feel like home. We've all heard the old saying, "It takes a village to raise a child", and "Fostering the Families" is how we can turn words into action and show these families that they're not alone, are seen, appreciated, and loved.
Details: every 1st Wednesday of the month, 5:30-7:30pm at St. Charles Avenue Baptist (583 Broadway St.)
Handcuffed While Pregnant: The Hidden Crisis Inside Immigration Detention
Handcuffed While Pregnant: The Hidden Crisis Inside Immigration Detention
ICE stopped publicly reporting pregnancy outcomes in detention after October 2025 — but before the reporting ended, roughly 498 pregnant, postpartum, or nursing people had been detained, with at least 16 miscarriages documented. Martha D. Alguera, a birth doula and immigrant rights organizer in New Orleans, walks through what detention does to pregnancy — limited prenatal care, restraints, poor nutrition — the policy changes that weakened oversight, and what doulas, clinicians, and advocates can do about it.
Martha D. Alguera is an Indigenous Latina immigrant and lifelong New Orleanian with over two decades of experience building community power across the U.S. South. She currently serves as Digital Organizer and Communications Lead for the Southeast Dignity Not Detention Coalition, where she built the coalition's bilingual communications infrastructure and leads digital strategies mobilizing communities affected by ICE detention.As founder of Voces Unidas: Louisiana Immigrant Rights Coalition, she led post-release rapid response for immigrants exiting ICE facilities, coordinating transportation, housing, legal support, and mutual aid. She recently co-founded Matriz y Mar, a project supporting women, children, and Trans community members.A birth doula and massage therapist, she weaves somatic practices and trauma-informed care into movement work, tending to body, spirit, and nervous system. She brings additional communications experience from Loyola University New Orleans, MusicSynergy504, and 102.3 WHIV FM. Grounded in abolitionist and anti-racist values, she bridges institutional spaces and grassroots movements, growing Southern power through mutual aid, language justice, and dignity-centered care for women.
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Curious Krewe Meet-Up
Let’s be honest: showing up to something new can feel a little...weird. So before we dive into the deep questions and group wonderings, we’re hitting pause… and pressing play on something a little more casual.
Join us Tuesday at NOLA Brewing to "Meet the Krewe"! A low-key, judgment-free, curiosity-friendly gathering where you can meet other kindhearted, question-asking humans who are just as curious as you are.
No big topics. No agenda. Just faces, names, good beverages, and the kind of conversation that starts with “Wait, you love that too?”
🍻 Come early, stay late, or just swing by and say hi.
🌮 There’ll be food on-site, so grab a bite and pull up a seat.
💬 We’ll be hanging out, sharing stories, wondering out loud, and getting to know the amazing folks who make this group what it is.
Whether you’re brand new or already deep in the Krewe, this is a perfect chance to:
🌀 Connect with other curious souls
🌀 Ask questions about what Curious Krewe is all about
🌀 Share what you’re curious about
🌀 Come as you are and leave a little more connected
If this piques your curiosity, then you belong in the Curious Krewe! Come meet the Krewe!
Location: NOLA Brewing (3033 Tchoupitoulas St.)
Schedule & Time: We plan to meet the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30-8pm unless otherwise noted.
An Evening with John Pavlovitz
The news moves faster than we can process it, the ground keeps shifting, and a lot of us are left wondering what it actually looks like to live out our values in a moment like this.
Author and pastor John Pavlovitz has spent years writing for people asking exactly that question. Join us for an honest, hopeful evening about the state of things — and about what it means to embody our convictions with courage, tenderness, and love when it would be easier to look away.
Free and open to all.
Sponsored by the Mabel Palmer Fund of St. Charles Avenue Baptist Church.
Date & Time: Thursday, November 12, 6:00pm at St. Charles Baptist Church (7100 St. Charles Avenue)
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
Greater New Orleans Interfaith Association - November 2026 Gathering
Join the Greater New Orleans Interfaith Association (GNOIA) for our monthly gathering! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, share, and build relationships across different faith traditions in our community and to explore ways to collaborate and care for the people and our city. Whether you are a returning member or joining us for the first time, all are welcome.
The Curious Krewe
At a Curious Krewe gathering, we’re all about building real friendships and diving into life’s big (and small) questions with people who see the world differently.
At this gathering, we’re getting curious about how we define success for ourselves. Is it a title? A paycheck? A feeling? A peaceful morning with coffee and no unread emails? Or something else altogether?
Like we do every gathering, we'll break into smaller groups, with one person sharing their own evolving ideas of success. What it used to mean, what it means now, and what it might mean in the future. When they finish sharing their reflections on the question, the group will open up the conversation with curious questions and thoughtful dialogue. As always, it’s not about responding or debating, but more about wondering together and creating a space where new insights can emerge through genuine, curious conversation. Everyone gets a chance to offer their perspective, but there is no pressure to share. Just come ready to listen, laugh, and maybe ask yourself a few questions.
Success isn’t one-size-fits-all. It shifts. It softens. It surprises us. And sometimes, rethinking it is the most successful thing we can do.
Food? Yes!!!
Drink? Yes!!!
Judgment? Nope!!!!
Curious and honest people? Absolutely!!!!
If all this piques your CURIOSITY, then you belong in the Curious Krewe!
***
This is how a typical CK Gathering looks:
We begin gathering at 6 pm to allow folks to get drinks, food, and settle in.
At 6:30 pm, we start our discussions.
We wrap up discussions a little before 8 pm and share a few parting words and details on the next gathering.
If you wish to continue your conversation or start a whole new one, everyone is free to stay as long as they wish.
Location: NOLA Brewing (3033 Tchoupitoulas St.)
Time: We plan to meet the fourth Thursday of every month from 6-8pm unless otherwise noted.
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
Curious Neighbors
Some of the best conversations happen in a smaller room.
Curious Neighbors brings together a handful of people who probably would not have met otherwise. Different traditions. Different neighborhoods. Different histories with the same city. Whatever the particular makeup, the shape stays the same... a small group sharing a table over several months, getting past the version of each other they assumed.
Not to debate. Not to find out how much we agree on. Just to ask real questions and find out who is actually across from us.
Every group runs on the Curious Code, the same one we use everywhere. Respect beats being right. Listen first. Questions before conclusions. Nobody is trying to change anybody, and you are never asked to speak for your whole tradition or explain your entire self. You are there as a neighbor, which is a lower bar and a more interesting one.
Each group looks a little different. Different people, different rhythm, different reason for gathering. Some meet over dinner, some over coffee, some around a question somebody brought and could not stop thinking about.
What tends to happen is that a group gets to know each other well enough to want to do something together. We hope for that. We do not schedule it.
Neighbors are the people we did not choose. What we do with that is the whole thing. Want to join a group, or start one? Reach out and we will point you toward the right table.
Come be curious with us.
Schedule: 4th Saturday every month, 11am-12:30pm
Email sam@justloveneworleans.org for more information
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Seasoned Curious Krewe
Every first Wednesday beginning at 12pm meets The Seasoned Curious Krewe. This is a space specifically designed for older adults, where people can build real friendships, share stories, reflect on memories, and deepen their connection through honest, curious conversation. We gather because curiosity helps people feel seen, heard, and cared for. It helps us listen well, honor life lessons, and make room for every season of life. We do this by practicing....
The Curious Code:
~ Respect beats being right…always ~
~ Listen up…no interruptions, please ~
~ Keep an open mind…it’s how we grow ~
~ Respond with curiosity…questions before comments ~
~ Make this a safe space for everyone, every time ~
Let’s Get Curious!
Location: Stella’s Pizzeria in Metairie (4421 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70006)
Fostering the Families
On the first Wednesday every month, foster families gather for an evening of warmth, connection, and care. These nights are called "Fostering the Families," they exist for one simple but powerful reason: the people who open their homes to foster children deserve spaces where they are cared for, too.
Fostering children is a beautiful and life-changing act of love—but it's also incredibly hard. That's why "Fostering the Families" was created. A space where those who care for foster children can be cared for themselves. Here, foster parents can share struggles, swap stories, and find strength in community. Because the best way to nurture children is to make sure the adults who love them are supported, too.
You can be part of this effort by investing financially, joining the food prep team, or becoming part of the hospitality crew that shows up each month to serve, smile, and make it all feel like home. We've all heard the old saying, "It takes a village to raise a child", and "Fostering the Families" is how we can turn words into action and show these families that they're not alone, are seen, appreciated, and loved.
Details: every 1st Wednesday of the month, 5:30-7:30pm at St. Charles Avenue Baptist (583 Broadway St.)
Interfaith Prayer Service for New Orleans Homeless
Please join faith leaders of many traditions as we pray for the homeless of New Orleans, especially those who have died on our streets in 2026
Location: St. Joseph Church (1802 Tulane Ave.)
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Curious Krewe Meet-Up
Let’s be honest: showing up to something new can feel a little...weird. So before we dive into the deep questions and group wonderings, we’re hitting pause… and pressing play on something a little more casual.
Join us Monday at Second Line Brewery in New Orleans to "Meet the Krewe"! A low-key, judgment-free, curiosity-friendly gathering where you can meet other kindhearted, question-asking humans who are just as curious as you are.
No big topics. No agenda. Just faces, names, good beverages, and the kind of conversation that starts with “Wait, you love that too?”
🍻 Come early, stay late, or just swing by and say hi.
🌮 There’ll be food on-site, so grab a bite and pull up a seat.
💬 We’ll be hanging out, sharing stories, wondering out loud, and getting to know the amazing folks who make this group what it is.
Whether you’re brand new or already deep in the Krewe, this is a perfect chance to:
🌀 Connect with other curious souls
🌀 Ask questions about what Curious Krewe is all about
🌀 Share what you’re curious about
🌀 Come as you are and leave a little more connected
If this piques your curiosity, then you belong in the Curious Krewe! Come meet the Krewe!
Location: Second Line Brewing (433 N. Bernadotte St.)
Time: 6:30-8pm
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
Curious Neighbors
Some of the best conversations happen in a smaller room.
Curious Neighbors brings together a handful of people who probably would not have met otherwise. Different traditions. Different neighborhoods. Different histories with the same city. Whatever the particular makeup, the shape stays the same... a small group sharing a table over several months, getting past the version of each other they assumed.
Not to debate. Not to find out how much we agree on. Just to ask real questions and find out who is actually across from us.
Every group runs on the Curious Code, the same one we use everywhere. Respect beats being right. Listen first. Questions before conclusions. Nobody is trying to change anybody, and you are never asked to speak for your whole tradition or explain your entire self. You are there as a neighbor, which is a lower bar and a more interesting one.
Each group looks a little different. Different people, different rhythm, different reason for gathering. Some meet over dinner, some over coffee, some around a question somebody brought and could not stop thinking about.
What tends to happen is that a group gets to know each other well enough to want to do something together. We hope for that. We do not schedule it.
Neighbors are the people we did not choose. What we do with that is the whole thing. Want to join a group, or start one? Reach out and we will point you toward the right table.
Come be curious with us.
Schedule: 4th Saturday every month, 11am-12:30pm
Email sam@justloveneworleans.org for more information
The Good Samaritan Initiative MEAL
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Just Love - Greater New Orleans and Little Farms UCC will be providing the meal every 5th Tuesday, with our next meal on March 31st! If you want to help with food, clothing, housing vouchers, or your loving and caring presence, email us to join the team!
Details: 5th Tuesday of the month, 1-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Curious Krewe
At a Curious Krewe gathering, we’re all about building real friendships and diving into life’s big (and small) questions with people who see the world differently.
At this gathering, we’re getting curious about how we define success for ourselves. Is it a title? A paycheck? A feeling? A peaceful morning with coffee and no unread emails? Or something else altogether?
Like we do every gathering, we'll break into smaller groups, with one person sharing their own evolving ideas of success. What it used to mean, what it means now, and what it might mean in the future. When they finish sharing their reflections on the question, the group will open up the conversation with curious questions and thoughtful dialogue. As always, it’s not about responding or debating, but more about wondering together and creating a space where new insights can emerge through genuine, curious conversation. Everyone gets a chance to offer their perspective, but there is no pressure to share. Just come ready to listen, laugh, and maybe ask yourself a few questions.
Success isn’t one-size-fits-all. It shifts. It softens. It surprises us. And sometimes, rethinking it is the most successful thing we can do.
Food? Yes!!!
Drink? Yes!!!
Judgment? Nope!!!!
Curious and honest people? Absolutely!!!!
If all this piques your CURIOSITY, then you belong in the Curious Krewe!
***
This is how a typical CK Gathering looks:
We begin gathering at 6 pm to allow folks to get drinks, food, and settle in.
At 6:30 pm, we start our discussions.
We wrap up discussions a little before 8 pm and share a few parting words and details on the next gathering.
If you wish to continue your conversation or start a whole new one, everyone is free to stay as long as they wish.
Location: NOLA Brewing (3033 Tchoupitoulas St.)
Time: We plan to meet the fourth Thursday of every month from 6-8pm unless otherwise noted.
Greater New Orleans Interfaith Association
Join the Greater New Orleans Interfaith Association (GNOIA) for our monthly gathering! This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, share, and build relationships across different faith traditions in our community and to explore ways to collaborate and care for the people and our city. Whether you are a returning member or joining us for the first time, all are welcome.
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
Fostering the Families
On the first Wednesday every month, foster families gather for an evening of warmth, connection, and care. These nights are called "Fostering the Families," they exist for one simple but powerful reason: the people who open their homes to foster children deserve spaces where they are cared for, too.
Fostering children is a beautiful and life-changing act of love—but it's also incredibly hard. That's why "Fostering the Families" was created. A space where those who care for foster children can be cared for themselves. Here, foster parents can share struggles, swap stories, and find strength in community. Because the best way to nurture children is to make sure the adults who love them are supported, too.
You can be part of this effort by investing financially, joining the food prep team, or becoming part of the hospitality crew that shows up each month to serve, smile, and make it all feel like home. We've all heard the old saying, "It takes a village to raise a child", and "Fostering the Families" is how we can turn words into action and show these families that they're not alone, are seen, appreciated, and loved.
Details: every 1st Wednesday of the month, 5:30-7:30pm at St. Charles Avenue Baptist (583 Broadway St.)
The Seasoned Curious Krewe
Every first and third Wednesdays beginning at 12pm meets The Seasoned Curious Krewe. This is a space specifically designed for older adults, where people can build real friendships, share stories, reflect on memories, and deepen their connection through honest, curious conversation. We gather because curiosity helps people feel seen, heard, and cared for. It helps us listen well, honor life lessons, and make room for every season of life. We do this by practicing....
The Curious Code:
~ Respect beats being right…always ~
~ Listen up…no interruptions, please ~
~ Keep an open mind…it’s how we grow ~
~ Respond with curiosity…questions before comments ~
~ Make this a safe space for everyone, every time ~
Let’s Get Curious!
Location: Stella’s Pizzeria in Metairie (4421 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70006)
The Curious Krewe Meet-Up
Let’s be honest: showing up to something new can feel a little...weird. So before we dive into the deep questions and group wonderings, we’re hitting pause… and pressing play on something a little more casual.
Join us Tuesday at NOLA Brewing to "Meet the Krewe"! A low-key, judgment-free, curiosity-friendly gathering where you can meet other kindhearted, question-asking humans who are just as curious as you are.
No big topics. No agenda. Just faces, names, good beverages, and the kind of conversation that starts with “Wait, you love that too?”
🍻 Come early, stay late, or just swing by and say hi.
🌮 There’ll be food on-site, so grab a bite and pull up a seat.
💬 We’ll be hanging out, sharing stories, wondering out loud, and getting to know the amazing folks who make this group what it is.
Whether you’re brand new or already deep in the Krewe, this is a perfect chance to:
🌀 Connect with other curious souls
🌀 Ask questions about what Curious Krewe is all about
🌀 Share what you’re curious about
🌀 Come as you are and leave a little more connected
If this piques your curiosity, then you belong in the Curious Krewe! Come meet the Krewe!
Location: NOLA Brewing (3033 Tchoupitoulas St.)
Schedule & Time: We plan to meet the second Tuesday of every month from 6:30-8pm unless otherwise noted.
** note this meeting is the first Tuesday
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
Human Rights Family Day
A celebration of human rights and repair from St. Charles Center for Faith & Action and Freedom to Grow. Learn how people across our city are working together to care for one another and build a more just future!
Date & Time: October 3, 1-4pm
7100 St. Charles Ave, Solitary Garden and Courtyard
The Good Samaritan Initiative MEAL
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Just Love - Greater New Orleans and Little Farms UCC will be providing the meal every 5th Tuesday, with our next meal on March 31st! If you want to help with food, clothing, housing vouchers, or your loving and caring presence, email us to join the team!
Details: 5th Tuesday of the month, 1-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
Curious Neighbors
Some of the best conversations happen in a smaller room.
Curious Neighbors brings together a handful of people who probably would not have met otherwise. Different traditions. Different neighborhoods. Different histories with the same city. Whatever the particular makeup, the shape stays the same... a small group sharing a table over several months, getting past the version of each other they assumed.
Not to debate. Not to find out how much we agree on. Just to ask real questions and find out who is actually across from us.
Every group runs on the Curious Code, the same one we use everywhere. Respect beats being right. Listen first. Questions before conclusions. Nobody is trying to change anybody, and you are never asked to speak for your whole tradition or explain your entire self. You are there as a neighbor, which is a lower bar and a more interesting one.
Each group looks a little different. Different people, different rhythm, different reason for gathering. Some meet over dinner, some over coffee, some around a question somebody brought and could not stop thinking about.
What tends to happen is that a group gets to know each other well enough to want to do something together. We hope for that. We do not schedule it.
Neighbors are the people we did not choose. What we do with that is the whole thing. Want to join a group, or start one? Reach out and we will point you toward the right table.
Come be curious with us.
Schedule: 4th Saturday every month, 11am-12:30pm
Email sam@justloveneworleans.org for more information
The Curious Krewe
At a Curious Krewe gathering, we’re all about building real friendships and diving into life’s big (and small) questions with people who see the world differently.
At this gathering, we’re getting curious about how we define success for ourselves. Is it a title? A paycheck? A feeling? A peaceful morning with coffee and no unread emails? Or something else altogether?
Like we do every gathering, we'll break into smaller groups, with one person sharing their own evolving ideas of success. What it used to mean, what it means now, and what it might mean in the future. When they finish sharing their reflections on the question, the group will open up the conversation with curious questions and thoughtful dialogue. As always, it’s not about responding or debating, but more about wondering together and creating a space where new insights can emerge through genuine, curious conversation. Everyone gets a chance to offer their perspective, but there is no pressure to share. Just come ready to listen, laugh, and maybe ask yourself a few questions.
Success isn’t one-size-fits-all. It shifts. It softens. It surprises us. And sometimes, rethinking it is the most successful thing we can do.
Food? Yes!!!
Drink? Yes!!!
Judgment? Nope!!!!
Curious and honest people? Absolutely!!!!
If all this piques your CURIOSITY, then you belong in the Curious Krewe!
***
This is how a typical CK Gathering looks:
We begin gathering at 6 pm to allow folks to get drinks, food, and settle in.
At 6:30 pm, we start our discussions.
We wrap up discussions a little before 8 pm and share a few parting words and details on the next gathering.
If you wish to continue your conversation or start a whole new one, everyone is free to stay as long as they wish.
Location: NOLA Brewing (3033 Tchoupitoulas St.)
Time: We plan to meet the fourth Thursday of every month from 6-8pm unless otherwise noted.
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
Good Trouble: Voices of Resistance in the Christian Tradition Webinar
Rev. Dr. Marc Boswell — pastor, educator, and community advocate — explores the long history of Christian resistance and what "good trouble" looks like for people of faith today.
The Seasoned Curious Krewe
Every first and third Wednesdays beginning at 12pm meets The Seasoned Curious Krewe. This is a space specifically designed for older adults, where people can build real friendships, share stories, reflect on memories, and deepen their connection through honest, curious conversation. We gather because curiosity helps people feel seen, heard, and cared for. It helps us listen well, honor life lessons, and make room for every season of life. We do this by practicing....
The Curious Code:
~ Respect beats being right…always ~
~ Listen up…no interruptions, please ~
~ Keep an open mind…it’s how we grow ~
~ Respond with curiosity…questions before comments ~
~ Make this a safe space for everyone, every time ~
Let’s Get Curious!
Location: Stella’s Pizzeria in Metairie (4421 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70006)
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Curious Krewe Meet-Up
Let’s be honest: showing up to something new can feel a little...weird. So before we dive into the deep questions and group wonderings, we’re hitting pause… and pressing play on something a little more casual.
Join us Monday at Second Line Brewery in New Orleans to "Meet the Krewe"! A low-key, judgment-free, curiosity-friendly gathering where you can meet other kindhearted, question-asking humans who are just as curious as you are.
No big topics. No agenda. Just faces, names, good beverages, and the kind of conversation that starts with “Wait, you love that too?”
🍻 Come early, stay late, or just swing by and say hi.
🌮 There’ll be food on-site, so grab a bite and pull up a seat.
💬 We’ll be hanging out, sharing stories, wondering out loud, and getting to know the amazing folks who make this group what it is.
Whether you’re brand new or already deep in the Krewe, this is a perfect chance to:
🌀 Connect with other curious souls
🌀 Ask questions about what Curious Krewe is all about
🌀 Share what you’re curious about
🌀 Come as you are and leave a little more connected
If this piques your curiosity, then you belong in the Curious Krewe! Come meet the Krewe!
Location: Second Line Brewing (433 N. Bernadotte St.)
Time: 6:30-8pm
Blessed Are the Peacemakers: Interfaith Prayer Service for Peace & Justice
Faith leaders and communities of conscious gather across traditions to pray for the neighbors most at risk right now... immigrants and families living in fear, people without housing, young people inheriting these decisions, and everyone whose rights are threatened.
Do justice, love mercy, walk humbly. Micah 6:8
TIME
4:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Reception to follow until 6:00 p.m.
WHERE
St. Peter Claver Catholic Church
1923 St. Phillip St
Our City, Our Voice: Civic and voter engagement
Workshops on voting rights, registration, and the protections of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. You leave knowing how the process works, how to protect your rights, and what you can do next... on your own and alongside others.
TIME
10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
WHERE
Dillard University Center for Racial Justice
2601 Gentilly Blvd
Lunch provided
COME AS YOU ARE. BRING SOMEONE WITH YOU. Open to people of every faith and none. RSVP for Saturday so we can plan lunch. (sam@justloveneworleans.org)
ICE AIR: Inside America’s Secret Deportation Network
In partnership with the Louisiana Interchurch Conference and Southeast Dignity Not Detention, the Center will host a free screening of ICE AIR: Inside America’s Secret Deportation Network.
ICE AIR: Inside America’s Secret Deportation Network is a multi-state investigative journalism project examining the billion-dollar domestic transfer system operated by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The investigation exposes how thousands of detainees are shuffled daily across domestic airports and state lines—often hidden from public flight tracking data—before being removed from the country
Date & Time: September 9th, 6:00 P.M. (50 min. film)
Location: 7100 St. Charles Avenue (Chapel)
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
Fostering the Families
On the first Wednesday every month, foster families gather for an evening of warmth, connection, and care. These nights are called "Fostering the Families," they exist for one simple but powerful reason: the people who open their homes to foster children deserve spaces where they are cared for, too.
Fostering children is a beautiful and life-changing act of love—but it's also incredibly hard. That's why "Fostering the Families" was created. A space where those who care for foster children can be cared for themselves. Here, foster parents can share struggles, swap stories, and find strength in community. Because the best way to nurture children is to make sure the adults who love them are supported, too.
You can be part of this effort by investing financially, joining the food prep team, or becoming part of the hospitality crew that shows up each month to serve, smile, and make it all feel like home. We've all heard the old saying, "It takes a village to raise a child", and "Fostering the Families" is how we can turn words into action and show these families that they're not alone, are seen, appreciated, and loved.
Details: every 1st Wednesday of the month, 5:30-7:30pm at St. Charles Avenue Baptist (583 Broadway St.)
The Seasoned Curious Krewe
Every first and third Wednesdays beginning at 12pm meets The Seasoned Curious Krewe. This is a space specifically designed for older adults, where people can build real friendships, share stories, reflect on memories, and deepen their connection through honest, curious conversation. We gather because curiosity helps people feel seen, heard, and cared for. It helps us listen well, honor life lessons, and make room for every season of life. We do this by practicing....
The Curious Code:
~ Respect beats being right…always ~
~ Listen up…no interruptions, please ~
~ Keep an open mind…it’s how we grow ~
~ Respond with curiosity…questions before comments ~
~ Make this a safe space for everyone, every time ~
Let’s Get Curious!
Location: Stella’s Pizzeria in Metairie (4421 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70006)
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Curious Krewe
At a Curious Krewe gathering, we’re all about building real friendships and diving into life’s big (and small) questions with people who see the world differently.
At this gathering, we’re getting curious about how we define success for ourselves. Is it a title? A paycheck? A feeling? A peaceful morning with coffee and no unread emails? Or something else altogether?
Like we do every gathering, we'll break into smaller groups, with one person sharing their own evolving ideas of success. What it used to mean, what it means now, and what it might mean in the future. When they finish sharing their reflections on the question, the group will open up the conversation with curious questions and thoughtful dialogue. As always, it’s not about responding or debating, but more about wondering together and creating a space where new insights can emerge through genuine, curious conversation. Everyone gets a chance to offer their perspective, but there is no pressure to share. Just come ready to listen, laugh, and maybe ask yourself a few questions.
Success isn’t one-size-fits-all. It shifts. It softens. It surprises us. And sometimes, rethinking it is the most successful thing we can do.
Food? Yes!!!
Drink? Yes!!!
Judgment? Nope!!!!
Curious and honest people? Absolutely!!!!
If all this piques your CURIOSITY, then you belong in the Curious Krewe!
***
This is how a typical CK Gathering looks:
We begin gathering at 6 pm to allow folks to get drinks, food, and settle in.
At 6:30 pm, we start our discussions.
We wrap up discussions a little before 8 pm and share a few parting words and details on the next gathering.
If you wish to continue your conversation or start a whole new one, everyone is free to stay as long as they wish.
Location: NOLA Brewing (3033 Tchoupitoulas St.)
Time: We plan to meet the fourth Thursday of every month from 6-8pm unless otherwise noted.
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Seasoned Curious Krewe
Every first and third Wednesdays beginning at 12pm meets The Seasoned Curious Krewe. This is a space specifically designed for older adults, where people can build real friendships, share stories, reflect on memories, and deepen their connection through honest, curious conversation. We gather because curiosity helps people feel seen, heard, and cared for. It helps us listen well, honor life lessons, and make room for every season of life. We do this by practicing....
The Curious Code:
~ Respect beats being right…always ~
~ Listen up…no interruptions, please ~
~ Keep an open mind…it’s how we grow ~
~ Respond with curiosity…questions before comments ~
~ Make this a safe space for everyone, every time ~
Let’s Get Curious!
Location: Stella’s Pizzeria in Metairie (4421 Clearview Pkwy, Metairie, LA 70006)
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)
The Good Samaritan Initiative
In partnership with Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, Rayne United Methodist Church, St. Andrews Episcopal Church, Carollton UMC, and Little Farms UCC we are caring for and working with folks in the Central City area who are experiencing housing, food, and clothing insecurity. Every Tuesday at 2pm, we offer a healthy meal, gently used clothing, a voucher for housing at the Salvation Army, and plenty of love, support, and community.
Feel free to stop by and drop off donations and/or chat with our guests!
Details: every Tuesday, 1:30-3pm at Mount Zion UMC (2700 Louisiana Ave.)