Food, Music and Fun at the Audubon Zoo for AARP’s Annual Soul Fest

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE​​​
March 5, 2015​

Contact: Jewel Constance
225-614-7671

jconstance@aarp.org

New Orleans, LA -  Round up the family because AARP’s annual Soul Fest is right around the corner! Come out to enjoy authentic soul food, take in the smooth rhythms of Jazz, Gospel and Blues, and learn about the different opportunities AARP has to offer for the African American Community.

Brought to you by AARP Louisiana, Soul Fest is held every year on the first weekend of March. It is a celebration of the African American culture, highlighting the accomplishments and heritage through food, crafts and music.
What should you expect at this year’s Soul Fest? Festival attendees can look forward to viewing or purchasing original, handmade crafts, jewelry and art from local artists and feasting on traditional Louisiana cuisine all while socializing with the community. Children can enjoy hands-on painting and sketching as well inflatable jumpers for toddlers. The zoo’s regular exhibits will also be open to view as well.

Stop by the AARP information table to pick up new materials and participate in the financial security listening post booth.
Past Soul Fests have included musical performances from talented artists like trumpeter Irvin Mayfield, Gospel recording artist Yolanda Adams and Grammy-nominated Luke James. In addition, enjoy special entertainment including line dancing, the Mardi Gras Indians and Greek Steppers.
Soul Fest 2015 will be held March 7th and 8th 10 am-5pm at the Audubon Zoo. Admission is free with paid general admission into the zoo.

 

 

AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of nearly 38 million, that helps people turn their goals and dreams into real possibilities, strengthens communities and fights for the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare, employment and income security, retirement planning, affordable utilities and protection from financial abuse. We advocate for individuals in the marketplace by selecting products and services of high quality and value to carry the AARP name as well as help our members obtain discounts on a wide range of products, travel, and services. A trusted source for lifestyle tips, news and educational information, AARP produces AARP The Magazine, the world’s largest circulation magazine; AARP Bulletin; www.aarp.org; AARP TV & Radio; AARP Books; and AARP en Español, a Spanish-language website addressing the interests and needs of Hispanics. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to political campaigns or candidates. The AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. AARP has staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Learn more at www.aarp.org.
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