For the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, unWINEd is commemorating the Rebirth of New Orleans with events on August 29-30. Below is information about August 29, with a note from the owner. For the August 29 event, click here. Fifth Sunday Gospel & Lunch New Era Gospel Choir (Chatham County) 2-4 p.m. BreakFAST & Beyond 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. A Note From The Owner Almost 10 years ago, Hurricane Katrina hit the Gulf Coast weakening the levees in New Orleans. We all know the history and stories that followed. I am a New Orleans native and have lived in Chatham County, NC for 25 years. All of my family lived in New Orleans when Katrina hit. They evacuated, as always, when a bad storm heads that direction. When they knew there was no home to go to they turned to Ray and I for safe shelter. This community opened their arms to 12 family members and 6 pets. The N&O wrote an article about my family on Monday, September 5, 2005 in the City & State section. Since that time all have returned and some have passed on. They did not and will never give up on the city of New Orleans. Lives have changed. Most are living in different homes. The reality of the devastation is still vivid in their minds and on the city streets. In commemorating the “Rebirth of New Orleans” our shop unWINEd will celebrate the 10th anniversary of Katrina with music and food on August 29th and 30th. Attached you will find a flyer with the details. We would like to share this event with the media so those that have relocated to our area would be aware of the celebration. Please feel free to contact me at 919-770-1452 or 919-548-9384. Le Bon Temp Roulle! […]