The Rivertown Arts Council presents...."DOWN BY THE RIVER: @ps_satellites - Project of Prospect New Orleans ➡featuring artists from around the #neworleans metro area, including "Carried" a special performance by the @noladanceproject ➡SAVE the DATE: 🎈Closing Reception🎈 WHEN➡Saturday, February 24th (5-8pm) WHERE➡The Rivertown Arts Council Community Courtyard (409 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA) #rivertownartscouncil #Kenner #art #DOWNBYTHERIVER #Carried #community #NOLADanceProject #pssatellites #music


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