Adele Tiblier- Email to New Orleans
Posted on: 5 February 2009 at 1030 - Comment
Ok people….this groups has been amazing at doing things on the fly, as well as overcoming adversity, beating the odds, and rallying around causes (could I cram anymore clichés in there..I think not). We are scrappy and want to show everyone we can do what they’re doing, and make it bigger, better and definitely more fun.
Just the recap…what is Twestival? Well, here’s the quick and dirty - One in six citizens of the world does not have clean drinking water. The lack of clean drinking water is the source of wars, famine, and disease, and now millions of Twitter users have decided to do something about it. The goal is to raise $5000 at each location. Seems doable right?
That said, cities around the world are scrambling to put on Twestivals. Some example of their efforts are our nemesis in the Net2 world:
Charlotte - http://charlotte.twestival.com/
A raffle for a cruise (compliments of NOLA ex pat @93octane’s employer), gift certificates for local eating and service establishments as well as a Flip Video MiniHD Camcorder giveaway. Tickets to the party are $5, and limited VIP tix run $100 with perks.
Austin - http://austin.twestival.com/
They have folks wresting in sumo suits for entertainment, music by a local band, a presentation by someone who drills wells in Ethiopia, online broadcast of the events, photographer and a silent auction.
There will be media coverage and live streaming of events around the world for this initiative. I think it’s just another opportunity to put New Orleans on the map.
Most folks have found businesses to sponsor the party by donating space, money, giveaways and/or some food. If it’s a bar, drink specials are a nice addition (not looking for freebies necessarily).
So what can we do? Well, if we can secure a spot, find some entertainment (lots of local artist, djs, etc on Twitter now), and some giveaways I think we can make it happen…and of course make a difference. (and connect with some folks who might not know about our little SXSW plan and get some more peeps on the bus).
Come on people…Who’s In?
Hi! I’m looking to get in touch with the organizer for New Orleans Twestival, if one exists. We are partnering/sponsoring a few North American Twestival events to help them raise money for charity: water and would love to work with the New Orleans event as well. Shoot me an email when you get a chance - stownsend@socialvibe.com - thanks!
I think this is an awesome idea and charity and I would love to be apart of it. I have many friends that I’m sure would also love to be musical performances with only exposure as compensation. Please email me with any questions! Gboxer@tulane.edu
Good luck with the New Orleans Twestival!
I would love to get involved! I am a New Orleans Native…let me know how I can help!
@keepitclassyjen
To all the wonderful people who have asked to help and join on this great day
Here it is the day of.. and I get all these wonderful ppl wanting to help. I have to admit I feel like I failed, I did try and so did @adele74. She is wonderful and has been brainstorming with me on how to get New Orleans involved. I even went to an event at Net2No with little luck.
With that said, may I suggest you help by donating since at this point the party train has left without us. They are streaming video/twittering parties and the like going on all over the world. I want to wish EVERYONE a successful Twestival.