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What's Up Downtown July 1, 2008

	It's Getting Around: DDD Conducting Online Mobility and Parking Survey Click here to take the survey. The Downtown Development District of New Orleans is conducting an online survey to gather information on the mobility and parking needs in and around Downtown New Orleans. Residents, business owners, locals, visitors, employees, and tourists are all asked to participate in the survey. The survey seeks input on parking, modes of transportation, walking and bicycling conditions, and related mobility issues... read more

	DDD, LTC and AFL to Host TechNO Bowl 2008 Find out how the pro sports industry has adapted to changes in technology to provide a more rewarding viewer experience at TechNO Bowl 2008. This year, the Arena Bowl championship weekend, July 25-27, includes a sports technology and digital media conference, TechNO Bowl, sponsored by the Downtown Development District, Louisiana Technology Council and the Arena Football League. The weekend's activities will include... read more

	Feet on the Street: DDD Public Safety Rangers Enhance Pedestrian Quality of Life The Downtown Development District Public Safety Ranger program is fully staffed for the first time since Hurricane Katrina, with 19 rangers now patrolling Downtown six days a week. Rangers are dedicated to improving the pedestrian quality of life Downtown by providing knowledgeable and friendly service to all Downtown residents and visitors. DDD Rangers are the eyes and ears of Downtown... read more

	Come Downtown to Go 4th on the River The 18th annual Go 4th on the River celebration will take place this Friday, July 4, in Woldenberg Park. Festivities will begin at noon on Friday and last well into the night, featuring many different bands and shopping and dining specials along the Riverfront and Downtown. The Dueling Barges Fireworks Extravaganza will begin at 9:30 p.m. along the Mississippi River. For a full schedule of events, visit www.go4thontheriver.com .

	Get the Party Started! Essence Music Festival Returns to Downtown This Weekend The "Party with a Purpose" is back this weekend, with performers such as LL Cool J, Kanye West, Patti Labelle, Mary J. Blige and Rihanna on hand to get the party started. Concerts and seminars will last throughout the holiday weekend; the festival is expected to draw thousands of visitors to Downtown New Orleans... read more

	Downtown Calendar: JULY JULY 4-6: ESSENCE FESTIVAL JULY 4: GO 4TH ON THE RIVER JULY 5: ARTWALK in Arts District galleries JULY 7: SINBAD performs at Harrah's Casino, 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. JULY 25-26: TECHNO BOWL