Daisha Hodges: The Nix Branch Public Library is located in the Uptown area of New Orleans. The weekly puppet and craft shows and classes allow children of all ages to become fully engaged in the reading process.

Daisha Hodges: The shelves and shelves of books allow for children and adults alike to find a book or magazine that will trigger their interest in literature.

Daisha Hodges: The Norman Mayer Public Library is located on Gentilly Road. The public computer and copy center allows the community to come in and use the various resources.

Daisha Hodges: Fulton street is located in downtown New Orleans and is lined with numerous restaurants and the winter is its signature season. After Thanksgiving patrons to the area can come and see the nightly snowfall.

Daisha Hodges: The New Orleans Arena hosts the New Orleans Hornets and various other venues in the city of New Orleans.

Daisha Hodges: The monument of Lee Circle in New Orleans symbolizes the South's role in the Civil War.

Daisha Hodges: The Mardi Gras Jester outside the New Orleans Convention Center is a extraordinary symbol of the rich Mardi Gras history rooted within the city.

Daisha Hodges: The Oak Trees of City Park is a symbol of its beauty and peacefulness.

Daisha Hodges: Saint Louis Cathedral's enormous size and beautiful architecture captures the city's deep Spanish history.

Daisha Hodges: Cafe Du Monde remains a must stop to get their famous beignets and coffee.

Daisha Hodges: Port of Call: the best burgers and monsoons in the city.

Daisha Hodges: The World Famous Bourbon Street under the night's sky.

Daisha Hodges: The Mighty Mississippi and the great Carnival Cruise heading to the Gulf of Mexico.

Daisha Hodges: The Shops at Canal Place. Great source of high end merchandise in New Orleans.