Bring your own: “Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend” This story was told on July 31st on South Rendon Street in Bayou St. John, New Orleans. The theme of the evening was “Diamond in the Rough.” And here, winner Kristin Swanson tells how a Diamond really is, a girl’s best friend. 
Audio: New CAC director on art, community, and life in New Orleans The Contemporary Arts Center has been a cornerstone of both the arts district and contemporary culture in New Orleans since 1976. Now it has a new executive director who, like the organization itself, has roots in multi-disciplinary arts, community building, and neighborhood revitalization. Recently, Renee Peck sat down with George Scheer to talk about his recent move to New Orleans and his plans for the CAC. 