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Storytime: Juju saves Christmas in da Bayou by Michelle Hirstius
Read more: Storytime: Juju saves Christmas in da Bayou by Michelle HirstiusLucky Louisiana kids have many interesting takes on holiday classics…. and one that is beloved worldwide is the Cajun Night Before Christmas, adapted from the classic version (which dates back to the early 1800s) by James Rice in 1974. ‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all thro’ the house Not a creature was stirring, not…
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Rosemary the Garden Fairy: The lovely, giving amaryllis
Read more: Rosemary the Garden Fairy: The lovely, giving amaryllis“Follow me to the garden! Let’s check out the magic of nature!” The amaryllis bulb is a wonderful thing to have inside your house in the wintertime. They grow large, brightly colored blooms, even when it’s freezing outside! and the blooms can last for months and months. They are EASY to grow. You can even…
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Storytime: Coming Up Cajun by Carrie Delatte
Read more: Storytime: Coming Up Cajun by Carrie DelatteIt’s Confetti Park Storytime! In this episode, author Carrie Delatte narrates her children’s book Coming Up Cajun, which is based on the true tales of two little boys growing up in the heart of Cajun Country. Full of nature, this sweet tale told in rhyming verse captures some of the wholesome outdoor activities, daily chores,…
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Candy Land Ball books are being printed
Read more: Candy Land Ball books are being printedFriends!!!! We did it! Thank you so much! This morning I reached 100% of my goal to create my newest children’s book, Candy Land Ball. I am so grateful to all of you for your support. A few weeks ago, I received the proof for the book. They look great! The first shipment of Candy Land…
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“Go for it!” Crystal Thomas shares a funny childhood music memory about gumption
Read more: “Go for it!” Crystal Thomas shares a funny childhood music memory about gumptionCrystal Thomas is a Shreveport-based songwriter, singer and trombonist who regularly performs around Louisiana. A performer of the blues and gospel, you can find her (if not in churches) at various clubs like Southern Soul Lounge and at the venerated Monday Night Blues Jam at Lee’s in Shreveport. In this episode of Confetti Park, Crystal shares a…
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Rosemary the Garden Fairy: Grow a time-telling garden
Read more: Rosemary the Garden Fairy: Grow a time-telling garden“Follow me to the garden! Let’s check out the magic of nature!” Rosemary the Garden Fairy shares gardening tips and natural lore with children. Did you know that some plants can tell time? A wonderful project would be for you to plant a time-telling garden, full of morning glories, four o’clocks, and moon flowers. You…
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Validating a child’s talent can set them on a lifelong musical journey
Read more: Validating a child’s talent can set them on a lifelong musical journeyIn this episode of Confetti Park, we hear a special childhood memory from Judy Caplan Ginsburgh of Alexandria, Louisiana, an internationally recognized and multi-award winning performer, recording artist and educator. Judy sings as a cantorial soloist and travels throughout North America presenting concerts, residencies, educational keynotes and workshops. Judy works actively in both Jewish and non-Jewish…
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Katy Hobgood Ray Named to 40 Under 40 in New Orleans
Read more: Katy Hobgood Ray Named to 40 Under 40 in New OrleansKaty Hobgood Ray, director of the Confetti Park Players, was named to Gambit’s 40 Under 40 Class of 2016, honoring “the city’s brightest innovators, artists and professionals.” This is a wonderful distinction recognizing her work with the children in her community. Thank you!
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Storytime: Juju Meets the Rougaroo by Michelle Hirstius
Read more: Storytime: Juju Meets the Rougaroo by Michelle HirstiusHalloween calls for some spooky tales, and we have some wonderful spooky tales to share in Louisiana! Here is one of our newest little Louisiana characters—it’s Juju, who makes GOOD voodoo! What is a rougaroo? It’s like a werewolf. It’s a hairy half-human/half-wolf monster that lives in the swamps of South Louisiana. The Cajun people tell…
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Katy featured as a “Mompreneur” in NOLA Family magazine
Read more: Katy featured as a “Mompreneur” in NOLA Family magazineLook for Katy Hobgood Ray and the Confetti Park Players in the October 2016 issue of NOLA Family! Katy is featured as a New Orleans Mompreneur in an article titled “Lullabies And Lagniappe” for her work as director of the choir and as a radio host/producer and book publisher. The article talks about how becoming…
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Music Medley: Who’s at the Door?
Read more: Music Medley: Who’s at the Door?Confetti Park is a community radio program out of New Orleans. We feature local storytellers and songs that kids love, songs created for kids, or created by kids, right here in Louisiana. This medley of kids music shows the diversity of Louisiana musicians. Songs featured in this episode, in order: We’re Going to Confetti Park!…
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Watching Feufollet at the New Orleans Film Fest! #NOFF2016
Read more: Watching Feufollet at the New Orleans Film Fest! #NOFF2016I was SO excited to watch my music video “Feufollet” on the Entergy Giant Screen! It was an official selection at the 2016 New Orleans Film Festival. Look at this amazing company of Family Friendly Animated Shorts! The Boy Who Learned To Fly (Moonbot) Circles (Ma’agalim) (Uri Lotan) “Feufollet” (me!) Mosquito: The Bite of Passage (Teng Cheng, Brian Vincent Rhodes)…
