The Green Light District (GLD) will hold its Second Annual Holiday Event on Thursday, December 8^th, 2011 from 5-9pm in the 2000-2100 blocks on Magazine St. The annual event is being held by the Green Light District in order to build community awareness of environmental issues and offer consumers a “Green” shopping holiday alternative.  All Green Light District Member businesses as well as several neighborhood businesses within the 2000-2100 blocks of Magazine St. will be open late and each will be offering a unique “Eco-Celebration” for the community and its customers.

The Green Light District (GLD) is an association of eco-friendly businesses that exists in the Lower Garden District and whose mission is to educate the community about sustainable practices and promote an eco-friendly lifestyle. The Green Light District businesses aim to give New Orleans residents an eco-friendly alternative when it comes to their shopping needs and to strengthen the community that exists in the Lower Garden District.

The evenings events to include live music by Ms. Mec & Belizaire,  A special Display of Light Bulb Trees courtesy of Sacred Heart High School Students & Green Light New Orleans, Complimentary Refreshments, Special event sales, An event “ Green Passport” that entitles participants the chance to win a Gift Basket full of Eco-gifts, Special Trunk Showings, a Live Green Santa for children to take pictures with as well as informational tables by Local Non-Profits and presentations from eco-minded service organizations.

So be sure to stop by Branch Out, get your passport stamped, eat, drink and be merry with us! We will be bulking up the sale and clearance racks so you can snag some great gifts or even a little something for yourself at great prices! Can’t wait to see you!

Happy Holiday! -Lauren + Thiri