Councilwoman Dee Dunn District 1

11/11/2026

🎉 FREE family fun is coming to Jefferson Parish!

Join Jefferson Ready Start Network for our Family Resource Expos, Nov. 20 and 21!

Bring the kids and enjoy:
🎅 A visit with Santa
🎨 Face painting, games and activities
🎁 FREE toys, books and sensory activities
🍗 Raising Cane's kid's meal certificates (while supplies last)
❤️ Helpful parenting resources and workshops

📍 East Bank: Friday, Nov. 20 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
East Bank Regional Library, Metairie

📍 West Bank: Saturday, Nov. 21 | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Mel Ott Multipurpose Center, Gretna

Both events are FREE and open to families! Come have some fun, connect with local resources and take home some goodies for your little ones.

Check out the flyer for all the details. We can't wait to see you!

11/11/2026

Mark your calendar for our hiring event with Volunteers of America Southeast Louisiana on Friday, December 11, from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM!

Whether you're seeking a new opportunity before the new year or looking for a career in human services, VOA is hiring across multiple departments.

When: December 11 | 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Where: 520 Old Spanish Trail, 4th Floor, Slidell
Apply Early: voasela.org/careers

11/11/2026

Thanksgiving is better when we share! 🦃❤️

Join CRC We Care! We Share! for our annual Thanksgiving Food Distribution as we come together to share food, gratitude, and a little extra love with our community.

Each family will receive a turkey and a Thanksgiving food box through our drive-thru distribution.

📅 Saturday, November 14, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Vineyard Church – Kenner, LA

Distribution is first come, first served, while supplies last.

We look forward to seeing you!🤎

You can support our Thanksgiving distribution here:
https://www.crcwecareweshare.org/event-details-registration/thanksgiving2026

11/11/2026

11/11/2026

Huge Congratulations!!!!

11/10/2026

📣 Sharing this utility assistance opportunity for our Jefferson Parish residents!

JeffCAP will hold a LIHEAP application intake event for eligible residents who have not received a cooling benefit this year.

Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Johnny Jacobs Playground
5851 5th Ave., Marrero, LA 70072

Applications will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit of 150 applicants.

Please review the attached flyer for eligibility and required documents. Bring printed copies of all required documentation, including any documents stored on your phone or in email.

📞 For questions and to confirm the event hours, please call 504-736-6900.

Please share with anyone who may benefit from this assistance!

11/10/2026

Reminder

📚 FREE Adult Literacy Classes in Kenner!

We are pleased to share this wonderful opportunity from YMCA Education Services for adults of all ages and abilities!

Classes offer support to: ✅ Improve reading and writing skills ✅ Build computer and digital skills ✅ Prepare for the HiSET/GED

MLK Jr. Resource Center 1042 31st Street, Kenner

Mondays & Wednesdays- 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Individual schedules will be determined by student level.

📞 Call 504-596-3842 or visit tinyurl.com/ymcaed to express your interest. Be sure to mention the Kenner location!

Thank you to the YMCA for bringing this valuable opportunity to our community. Please share and help spread the word!

11/10/2026

Reminder: Tonight.

11/10/2026

Reminder: Tonight..

FREE EVENT—OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!

Please join us for Estate Planning Essentials: Successions, Wills & Trusts, presented by

Marion D. Floyd, Esquire.

Learn valuable information to help plan for the future and protect your loved ones.

Tuesday, November 10, 2026 6:00–8:30 p.m.

Martin Luther King Resource Center 1042 31st Street, Kenner, LA 70065

Sponsored by Councilwoman Dee Dunn, Judge June Darensburg, & Community Development.

We look forward to seeing you! 💛💚

11/10/2026

Planning for Fall/Holiday Travel? Does someone you know need a passport? Join my office for our event on November 19 between 10 AM - 1 PM at the Xavier University Convocation Center Annex to apply for a passport. No appointment required!

Go to travel.state.gov (http://travel.state.gov/) → U.S. Passports → Apply for a U.S. Passport. Under Passport Help, find information on required documents, child and adult applications, and passport fees.

DISCLAIMER: The Department of Vital Records will be on-site to assist with obtaining records, such as birth certificates, marriage records, and other certified vital records. Vital Records services are CASH ONLY. Passport application fees are paid ELECTRONICALLY.