Builders, Sculptors, and Molders (October 22, 2015)

Joshua Perry, Executive Director of the Louisiana Center for Children’s Rights, discusses LCCR’s report calling for youth to be removed from adult jail, and problems with the juvenile justice system. Next, Alysia Savoy, Performing Arts Manager at the Contemporary Arts Center, promotes “How to Build a Forest,” a colorful, interactive eight-hour installation and performance inspired by recent environmental disasters impacting Louisiana woodlands and ecosystems. Then, Jessie Haynes, philanthropy director for the Helis Foundation, promotes opening of the Enrique Alférez Sculpture Garden in City Park, and discusses the sculptor’s life and work, and the foundation’s support of the arts. Finally, UNO’s Dr. Ed Chervenak joins Jeanne to preview the upcoming elections.