Traffic Advisory: Lakebound Lane of Michoud Blvd. between Lourdes St. and Dwyer Rd.
NEW ORLEANS - The City of New Orleans, Department of Public Works' construction contractor, Cycle Construction Company, LLC will begin re-routing lakebound traffic on Michoud Boulevard between Lourdes Street and Dwyer Road on Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2017 at 7 a.m. and lasting approximately two months.
The re-routing is necessary for crews to begin replacing existing utilities on Michoud Boulevard between Lourdes Street and Dwyer Road. Crews have already completed roadway reconstruction work on Michoud Boulevard between Chef Menteur Highway and Lourdes Street as part of the Michoud Boulevard Reconstruction project, which is 25 percent complete. Sidewalk work on Michoud Boulevard between the Bayou Michoud Bridge and Lourdes Street is ongoing.
Public safety is our top priority; residents and commuters are reminded to use caution when driving, bicycling and walking near this construction site. Signage and traffic control measures such as barrels and fencing are onsite to direct drivers and pedestrians.
Questions about this project may be directed to the City's RoadWork hotline at 504-658-ROAD or RoadWork.nola.gov.
For questions and/or concerns about the project, please contact RoadWorkNOLA at 504.658.ROAD (7623) or send e-mail to roadwork@nola.gov.
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You shopped the sales on Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Now join us on #GivingTuesday. Support NOMA today with a tax-deductible donation, or sign up to volunteer your time. With every contribution you make to NOMA, you reinforce how much art and culture-from New Orleans and around the world-mean to you. And you make a difference in our ability to broaden the museum's impact.
We can't do it without you.
If you have recently made a contribution, thank you so much for your support. Share your giving story online with #GivingTuesday to inspire others.
Since 2010, the Museum has welcomed more than 13,000 WWII veterans to its campus, free of charge, as part of the $10 for Them campaign. Thanks to our tremendously generous donors and friends, WWII veterans will always receive free admission to America's National WWII Museum. Today, on Giving Tuesday, we continue the campaign with an expanded mission: to fund the resources needed to continue telling and preserving the WWII generation's stories forever. Each day, 362 WWII veterans-their memories, their stories-pass away. We want to make sure their sacrifices and efforts are remembered. Join us in helping to honor those who gave everything for our freedom, and to spread the lessons of the 20th century's greatest conflict by giving a gift of $10 or more.
The National WWII Museum's mission is simple: to educate younger generations on the lessons of World War II, so the perils of that time may never resurface. We also never want to forget the sacrifice of the WWII generation who sacrificed so much. They kept our freedom alive, let's keep their voices alive. Give now.
Revolutionizing how we think, teach and learn about Louisiana's disappearing coast
Today is #Giving Tuesday!
We all have lots of reasons to be thankful this year, and the Wetlands Discovery Center is thankful for people like you! We're thankful that you choose to spend your time and resources helping us to produce our wetlands-based educational programs.
With your continued support, we have been able to reach more and more students each year. This Giving Tuesday, please consider donating to support the Wetlands Discovery Center! Click on the button below to make your tax deductible donation!
THE TIME IS NOW... In 50 years, most of the students we teach will be in their late 60s, and an additional 2,250 square miles of coastal Louisiana could be washed away. Life on the bayou will look differently than it does now, but what does that really mean? Our programs teach Louisiana's youth how to adapt to a changing landscape in much the same way that our ancestors adapted to their environment many years ago. By doing so, we ensure the survival of our culture and our workforce. By supporting the Wetlands Discovery Center, you will... RECONNECTyour region's youth to the land and water by providing wetlands summer camps to underserved students. RENEW your commitment to the next generation's understanding of their environmental heritage by supporting World Wetlands Day on February 2nd. RETHINK ways of communicating the problem of coastal erosion by teaching students how to produce professional videos through our media literacy initiative iRestore. RESPONDto policy makers through the voices of our next generation by ensuring student participation in the Wetlands Youth Summit. REPLACE old ideas with new ways of thinking by supporting our Coastal Classroom series.
RELATE your story of survival and resilience to the world by investing in the South Louisiana Wetlands Discovery Center campus to be constructed near the Terrebonne Parish Main Branch Library.
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#GivingTuesday is today
and we hope that you consider a gift to Louisiana Hospitality Foundation.
Our foundation provides support for hospitality industry education programs in Louisiana, and also provides financial assistance to hospitality workers during times of crisis. So far in 2017, we have awarded:
$1,500 in hospitality worker funeral expenses
$8,000 in hospitality worker grants for medical bills
$4,900 in hospitality worker grants to provide rent & mortgage assistance
$17,938 in August 2016 Louisiana Flood grants to provide housing and utility bill payments
$36,290 in hospitality education programs and community grants
The holidays at Le Petit Theatre are an exciting time as we welcome the return of Judith Owens and Harry Shearer in their holiday show Christmas Without Tears, Ed Asner (The Mary Tyler Moore Show, Lou Grant) in the comedy A Man and his Prostate, and Spectaculaire New Orleans: A Vaudeville Variety Show.
It also means that the year is winding down, and we are asking you to include Le Petit Theatre in your end-of-year giving. Our theatre is funded by two primary sources: ticket revenue and donations from people like you.
We have set a goal of raising $10,000 today to launch us into the spring season ready with a host of new and exciting live theatre.
Each year nearly 40,000 locals, tourists, and students visit Le Petit Theatre and experience the transformative power of theatre. Your gift today will also enable us to give the experience of live theatre to hundreds of students in the Greater New Orleans area.
We hope to see you soon at Le Petit, and we thank you in advance for your generosity and support this holiday season.
WHAT: The George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts (GRFA) and Lousiana A+ Schools continue their statewide "Life and Legacy Tour" by Rodrigue's widow, Wendy, on November 28 and December 1 at three local schools. Parents, students, teachers, administrators and community partners are invited to the event, which will include an unveiling and donation of a George Rodrigue self-portrait, plus classroom visits with Wendy and a small display of original artwork from her private collection.
WHEN/ Tuesday, November 28, 2017
WHERE: 10:00 AM Martin Behrman Academy of Creative Arts & Sciences
715 Opelousas Ave, New Orleans, LA 70114
1:00 PM Morris Jeff Community School
211 S Lopez St, New Orleans, LA 70119
Friday, December 1, 2017
8:15 AM Homer Plessy Community School
721 St Philip St, New Orleans, LA 70116
WHY: The George Rodrigue Foundation of the Arts (GRFA) advocates the importance of the arts in the development of our youth. GRFA encourages the use of art within all curriculums and supports a variety of art educational programs, including Louisiana A+ Schools.
Just when it seems like you can't go another week without a Louisiana strawberry, Heather Johndale returns to the market with the first early berries of the season! Always a surprising sight when the cool of November returns, Johndale Farms of Ponchatoula has been cultivating early fruiting strawberries - Radiant or Festival - for years and are inevitably the first to return to market with the plump red berries. Pick up a pint or three for snacking and desserts now, but wait until peak season around March or April to get your flats for putting up.
STOLLEN
Stollen is a traditional German bread usually eaten around the holidays. It's a sweet bread with candied fruit inside and powdered sugar frosting on top. Though sometimes compared to fruitcake, Stollen is more bread-like and a lot less dense than fruitcake. J&D Blueberry Farm is at the Tuesday and Saturday markets with it, and they learned the tricks of the trade from Crescent City Farmers Market's beloved one time vendor Captain Mueller - that's right, they bought his bakery and he shared his recipe and technique for this loaf along with other German breads. Come pick up a loaf and share this holiday tradition with your family.
RUTABAGA
Rutabaga has been spotted at market! Amorphous Gardens of the Tuesday market has rutabagas, and we're sure we'll start seeing more. Like so many brassicas, rutabaga are a cross between other brassicas - in this case, between cabbage and turnips. Rutabagas are a beautiful root vegetable that can be eaten just the same as more common root veggies like turnips or tuberous potatoes, and pair well with them. Less starchy than potatoes, rutabagas have a golden color and a slightly sweet flavor. They can be eaten raw, but their warm, mild flavor shines in cooked dishes like soups, mashed, or fried. My favorite is baked into a gratin, alternated with slices of Yukon gold potato and celeriac.
VENDOR OF THE WEEK: JOHNDALE FARM
Welcome back to the market Johndale Farm! With the market since the beginning - in 1995 - Heather has been a vendor representative for almost at long. While you might know them for their strawberries, which they grow on 13 of their 15 acres, they also bring eggs, fresh red beans (or this time of year, frozen red beans), Brussels sprouts and according to Heather, they've got, "Mustards coming out of their ears!". Come see her friendly face at the Tuesday or Saturday market now, but as production picks up, you might catch her at any of our weekly markets.
TUESDAY'S GREEN PLATE SPECIAL: Z'KAYA
Last market to experience Z'KAYA, our Green Plate Special for the month of November. Z'KAYA is all about modern izakaya, melding traditional Japanese influences into a cultural dining experience by way of New Orleans. Check out their facebook for more information and catch them at the market this Tuesday.
RECIPE OF THE WEEK: STRAWBERRY & MINT SALAD DRESSING
Strawberries are most often thought of for desserts or other sweet dishes. However, this strawberry recipe is a salad dressing that will refresh and satisfy. I like to use it with a slightly bitter green like arugula for a perfect flavor combination.
Strawberry & Mint Salad Dressing
Strawberries are most often thought of for desserts or other sweet dishes. However, this strawberry recipe is a salad dressing that will refresh and satisfy. I like to use it with a slightly bitter green like arugula for a perfect flavor combination.
Ingredients
1 cup hulled strawberries
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup mint leaves
4 tbsp olive oil or other oil of choice
2 tbsp sugar, agave, honey or sweetener of choice
salt & pepper to taste
Directions
In a blender, blend the strawberries and sweetener until pulpy. Add balsamic vinegar, oil and mint leaves. Blend until mint leaves are fully diced. Add salt and pepper and adjust ingredients to your taste preference. Let sit one-two hours to give flavors a chance to fully meld!
8:00p - 9:30p Marcello Benetti "Il Vizio" Post Release Party, $10.50
November 30
6:00p - 9:00p Prospect 4 Louis Armstrong Collage Exhibit Opening
8:00p - 9:30p Don Paul and Rivers of Dreams, free
New Orleans Jazz Museum
400 Esplanade Ave, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
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NOPD First District to Hold Weekly MAX Meeting on November 28
NEW ORLEANS - The NOPD's First District will hold its weekly MAX meeting on Tuesday, November 28, at 1 p.m. The meeting will be held at the First District Station, located at 501 North Rampart Street. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
MAX meetings, led by the senior leadership in each NOPD district, provide a synopsis of police activity for the week, including trends in crime and crime reduction strategies that are being implemented. These meetings also include a discussion on all other topics for which that District has responsibility. The data supporting these MAX meetings is available online to improve transparency and accountability. MAX meetings are held once a week in each District and are open to the public.
For more information, call 504-658-6010.
NOPD Second District to Hold Weekly MAX Meeting on November 28
NEW ORLEANS - The NOPD's Second District will hold its weekly MAX meeting on Tuesday, November 28, at 1 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Second District Station, located at 4317 Magazine Street. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
MAX meetings, led by the senior leadership in each NOPD district, provide a synopsis of police activity for the week, including trends in crime and crime reduction strategies that are being implemented. These meetings also include a discussion on all other topics for which that District has responsibility. The data supporting these MAX meetings is available online to improve transparency and accountability. MAX meetings are held once a week in each District and are open to the public.
For more information, call 504-658-6020.
NOPD Third District to Hold Weekly MAX Meeting on November 28
NEW ORLEANS - The NOPD's Third District will hold its weekly MAX meeting on Tuesday, November 28, at 1 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Third District Station, located at 4600 Paris Avenue. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
MAX meetings, led by the senior leadership in each NOPD district, provide a synopsis of police activity for the week, including trends in crime and crime reduction strategies that are being implemented. These meetings also include a discussion on all other topics for which that District has responsibility. The data supporting these MAX meetings is available online to improve transparency and accountability. MAX meetings are held once a week in each District and are open to the public.
For more information, call 504-658-6030.
NOPD Fourth District to Hold Weekly MAX Meeting on November 28
NEW ORLEANS - The NOPD's Fourth District will hold its weekly MAX meeting on Tuesday, November 28, at 1 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Fourth District Station, located at 2405 Sanctuary Drive. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
MAX meetings, led by the senior leadership in each NOPD district, provide a synopsis of police activity for the week, including trends in crime and crime reduction strategies that are being implemented. These meetings also include a discussion on all other topics for which that District has responsibility. The data supporting these MAX meetings is available online to improve transparency and accountability. MAX meetings are held once a week in each District and are open to the public.
For more information, call 504-658-6040.
NOPD Fifth District to Hold Weekly MAX Meeting on November 28
NEW ORLEANS - The NOPD's Fifth District will hold its weekly MAX meeting on Tuesday, November 28, at 1 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Fifth District Station, located at 3900 North Claiborne Avenue. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
MAX meetings, led by the senior leadership in each NOPD district, provide a synopsis of police activity for the week, including trends in crime and crime reduction strategies that are being implemented. These meetings also include a discussion on all other topics for which that District has responsibility. The data supporting these MAX meetings is available online to improve transparency and accountability. MAX meetings are held once a week in each District and are open to the public.
For more information, call 504-658-6050.
NOPD Sixth District to Hold Weekly MAX Meeting on November 28
NEW ORLEANS - The NOPD's Sixth District will hold its weekly MAX meeting on Tuesday, November 28, at 3:30 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Sixth District Station, located at 1930 Martin Luther King Boulevard. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
MAX meetings, led by the senior leadership in each NOPD district, provide a synopsis of police activity for the week, including trends in crime and crime reduction strategies that are being implemented. These meetings also include a discussion on all other topics for which that District has responsibility. The data supporting these MAX meetings is available online to improve transparency and accountability. MAX meetings are held once a week in each District and are open to the public.
For more information, call 504-658-6060.
NOPD Seventh District to Hold Weekly MAX Meeting on November 28
NEW ORLEANS - The NOPD's Seventh District will hold its weekly MAX meeting on Tuesday, November 28, at 1 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Seventh District Station, located at 10101 Dwyer Road. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
MAX meetings, led by the senior leadership in each NOPD district, provide a synopsis of police activity for the week, including trends in crime and crime reduction strategies that are being implemented. These meetings also include a discussion on all other topics for which that District has responsibility. The data supporting these MAX meetings is available online to improve transparency and accountability. MAX meetings are held once a week in each District and are open to the public.
For more information, call 504-658-6070.
NOPD Eighth District to Hold Weekly MAX Meeting on November 28
NEW ORLEANS - The NOPD's Eighth District will hold its weekly MAX meeting on Tuesday, November 28, at 2 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Eighth District Station, located at 334 Royal Street. The public is invited to attend this meeting.
MAX meetings, led by the senior leadership in each NOPD district, provide a synopsis of police activity for the week, including trends in crime and crime reduction strategies that are being implemented. These meetings also include a discussion on all other topics for which that District has responsibility. The data supporting these MAX meetings is available online to improve transparency and accountability. MAX meetings are held once a week in each District and are open to the public.
For more information, call 504-658-6080.
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Fats Domino Family To Light The Roosevelt
Lobby To Honor His Memory and flip the switch
to light the Waldorf Wonderland at the Roosevelt New Orleans
Tuesday, November 28, 2017 taking place promptly at 5:15p.m.
The event is free, open to the public and will feature entertainment
and refreshments.
LOBBY LIGHTING
Join us November 28th for the annual Lobby Lighting Ceremony, a holiday tradition since the 1930s.
Be a part of the magic as our block-long, gilded Waldorf Wonderland Lobby comes to life for the holiday season. Join locals and international guests as we continue our tradition at the annual lighting ceremony, Tuesday, November 28th at 5:15 pm. The lobby display features 44 Birch trees, more than 22,000 twinkling lights, and scores of festively dressed Christmas trees. No reservations necessary.
Tuesday, November 28 @ 6 pm: Organ & Labyrinth, Albinas Prizgintas plays the 5000-pipe tracker organ
with ambient lighting and occasional guest musicians. From Bach to the Beatles and beyond!
Since Katrina, a unique and magical distinctively New Orleans musical meditation. All are welcome.
Trinity Episcopal Church
1329 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans
FAMILY FRIENDLY
Police security provided
Handicap access and elevator available
Free and Open to the Public
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THE COLUMNS HOTEL, 3811 St. Charles Ave.
EVERY Tuesday 8 to 11 p.m.
EVERY TUESDAY 8 to 11
THE COLUMNS HOTEL, 3811 St. Charles Ave., no cover
11/28/17- Matt Rhody and John Rankin.
12/5/17 - John Fohl and John Rankin.
12/12/17- Paul Sanchez and John Rankin.
12/19/17- HOLIDAY SHOW with John Rankin, Ray Moore, Tim Paco, and ?
12/26/17- John Rankin (solo).
EVERY SUNDAY, 11:30 TO 2:30 JAZZ VARIETY
SUPERIOR SEAFOOD, ST. CHARLES AND NAPOLEON
The Superior Jazz Trio with Harry Hardin, Tim Paco, and John Rankin.
FRIDAY 12/1 7:30 P.M.
MUSIC AT THE MINT
The Big Easy Guitar Festival
with:
Tommy Malone, Twangorama. The New Orleans Guitar Masters, Phil deGruy, Chip Wilson, John Rankin, Cranston Clements, Tyler Clements, Paul Clement, and Jimmy Robinson.
ext Up" Music and Art Festival will include the talents of 28 local artists and musicians. Live music, killer show and one awesome night. Come out and support and turn up
A sculpture by Hank William Thomas at the Old U.S. Mint (Photo by Michael Smith, courtesy Prospect. 4)(Photographer: Michael Smith
Prospect.4: The Lotus in Spite of the Swamp Catalogue
The Prospect.4 catalogue features more than 150 color illustrations of the works by the 73 artists and arts collectives participating in the triennial. Contributors include Trevor Schoonmaker, William Cordova, Miranda Lash, Omar Lopez-Chahoud, Wangechi Mutu, Filipa Oliveira, Ebony G. Patterson, Ylva Rouse, Ned Sublette, Zoe Whitley, with additional contributions from more than 40 local, national, and international curators and writers. Catalogues may be purchased at the P.4 Welcome Center, online at www.prospectneworleans.org , and at many participating P.4 venues.
November:
27 & 28 closed
29 Lars Edegran & Topsy Chapman w/Palm Court Jazz Band
30 Leroy Jones & Katja Toivola w/Crescent City Joymakers
Feel free to substitute any of favorite vegetable for those in this recipe, such as broccoli, bell peppers, onion, fennel, asparagus, or zucchini. Cut into bite-sized pieces for cooking. (Note: Asparagus and other delicate vegetables will cook slightly more quickly; begin checking for doneness sooner than with other vegetables.)
Ingredients
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 pound (1/2 of one medium head) cauliflower, cut into 1-inch florets
1/4 cup water, stock, wine, or other liquid (see Note)
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
Method
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1 Heat the oil, then add the vegetables. In a 12-inch skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil until it begins to shimmer.
Add the vegetables in a single layer. It's fine if the vegetables overlap, but try not to crowd the pan too much; cook in two batches if you're using a smaller skillet. Sprinkle the salt evenly over top.
2 Stir-fry the vegetables until they have some light brown spots, about 5 minutes.
3 Add the water or other liquid and cover the skillet. Let the vegetables steam, covered, just until tender. This usually takes about 4 minutes.
4 Check the vegetables. Uncover the pan and use a fork to spear a few of the vegetables and see if they're tender or still crunchy. If done, cook the vegetables, uncovered, just another minute or so to let any remaining liquid evaporate from the pan. If not done, add another tablespoon or two of liquid, cover, and steam a bit longer
5 Serve: When the vegetables are tender, transfer them to a serving dish. Sprinkle with parsley (optional) and serve while still warm.
WHAT: Featured Artist Night, Artivism Dance Theatre
WHEN: Wednesday, Nov. 29, 6pm-8pm
WHERE: Art Klub, 1941 Arts Street (corner of N. Johnson St.), New Orleans
WHY: Get to know Artivism Dance Theatre HOW MUCH: Free and open to the public, all ages. Donations accepted will go to support P.S. 4: Scavengers, Art Klub's project of prospect New Orleans.
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Company Culture seminar scheduled for Wednesday, November 29 Part of 2017 Prosper Jefferson seminar series
(AVONDALE, La) -- Fostering a positive corporate culture can have a major impact on employee engagement and retention. Developing a strategy to motivate and inspire your team will increase productivity and boost morale, and in most cases, will help you attract quality talent as well. This does not necessarily mean you have to go out and buy a Ping Pong table for your office, but business leaders should be thinking about opportunities to create a workplace environment where people want to be. There are many unique ways to enhance company culture to attract, retain, and engage with high performing individuals. Placing an emphasis on culture can go a long way to boost your bottom line.
As part of the Prosper Jefferson seminar series, JEDCO and the Jefferson Chamberteamed up to bring you a whole seminar on building a positive company culture. Three experts from the regional business community will show you how it's done. Topics include:
How to build a positive company culture
Focusing on a healthy workplace environment
How to build employee engagement and productivity
Case studies from local business owners
The event is scheduled for Wednesday, November 29, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the JEDCO Conference Center (701A Churchill Parkway, Avondale, LA 70094). The event is FREE and open to the public. Register at www.jedco.org/events.
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2nd ANNUAL LATIN MUSIC ALL-STARS BENEFIT CONCERT
for ArteFuturo Productions & Taco Truck Theater
* Fredy Omar * Margie Perez * Ralph Gibson
* Sam Price & OTRA * Michael Skinkus
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Gauchos del Tango * Fruta Brutal
Wednesday, November 29, 2917 6:00pm -
Music & Dancing through MIDNIGHT
Latin Food: CASA Borrega Restaurant
ART AUCTION: Art prints, paintings, and sculptures by Latin artists
such as
Theresa Herrera, Luis Colmenares, Hernan Caro, and others
will be available through a silent auction process at the event
First 50 Advance tickets online are on sale for $10
Reservations are required. Call 504-371-5043 to secure your space.
Bar Frances
4525 Freret st
New Orleans,
LA70115
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-Wednesday Night Flights, Contrast and Compare - Chianti Classico Riserva November 29, 6-7:30pm Kristen Wright of Palm Bay Imports takes us through a flight Sangiovese dominant wines from this classic region of Tuscany. Learn about the terroir, aging process, grape blends and flavor profiles of 3 different produces of high-end Riserva wines from Mazzei, Verazzano and Rocca della Macie. And since Italian wines show best with food, Casey Foote will be pairing a regionally focused cheese and meat plate with the wines that you can purchase for $10 with your flight ($15 without flight). The tasting is $15 and reservations are not required but it you want to be sure to have a seat you can do so here Chianti Classico Riserva
-Friday Free For All,Classical Wines of Spain The super knowledgeable and passionate Karla Kilgore joins us this evening for a nice lineup of wines from Spain. This tasting is free and open to the public, 6-8pm.
Admission for Planetarium is $2.00. Free Admission to the Christmas Village.
Description:
Annual Kenner Christmas Village will light up what is Main Street USA, the Rivertown historic district this holiday season. Transformed into a festive holiday village with beautiful Christmas lights, animated scenery, overlooking the tranquil pond. Featuring ice skating, Santa's Workshop, Food & Shopping, Christmas Tree Lot, Performances and Biergarten!
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Royal Sonesta New Orleans Welcomes the 2017 Holiday Season with Luxury and Style
Royal Sonesta New Orleans will officially usher in the French Quarter holiday season with its beloved yearly event,Lighting of the Balconies, taking place on Wednesday, Nov. 29 at 6 p.m., inside the property's lush interior courtyard. With a ceremonial flip of the switch, two young patients from Children's Hospital New Orleans will magically illuminate thousands of twinkling lights that adorn the hotel's classically designed wrought iron balconies. The event is regarded as one of the most memorable local celebrations of the season. Once again, this year's show is infused with plenty of surprises, along with some great entertainment designed to make the holiday season bright for the hotel's guests and patrons.
In addition, every year during the holiday season, Royal Sonesta New Orleans partners even more closely with Children's Hospital to give back to the community. Through collecting toys for a Toy Drop, hosting patients at a special Royal Teddy Bear Tea and bringing the Royal Teddy Bear Tea to the inpatients at Children's Hospital inside its auditorium, this multifaceted collaboration provides not only the patients with unique and memorable Christmas experiences, but also meaningful financial contributions to those who need it most.
Recognized by the New Orleans City Council, Royal Sonesta New Orleans embraces a corporate 'Culture of Caring,' and in 2017, the hotel is asking guests and patrons alike to open their hearts and contribute to this meaningful cause. For every $5 holiday donation in support of Children's Hospital New Orleans via the hotel, participants will be entered into a raffle to win a grand-prize package. The randomly selected raffle winner will receive a two-night stay at the hotel, Sunday Jazz Brunch for two at Restaurant R'evolution, VIP seating with cocktails for two at The Jazz Playhouse, along with an original hand-painted work of art by popular local artist Logan Ledford.
"We are thrilled to once again partner with Royal Sonesta New Orleans in such a meaningful way," says Children's Hospital New Orleans President and Chief Executive Office John R. Nickens IV. "Our organizations proudly continue this tradition of coming together to demonstrate the true meaning of the holiday season, which brings smiles to the faces of so many of our patients and their families."
On Christmas Day, the hotel will make more magic. Executive Chef Jeff Mattia and his talented culinary team are providing an extravagant Christmas Day Champagne Brunch, with all the delicious and decorative trimmings of the season, inside Royal Sonesta New Orleans' newly reimagined Grand Ballroom. Brunch will feature more than 15 food displays and live jazz entertainment by Ashlin Parker Trio, plus free flowing champagne and mimosas, along with a Bloody Mary bar. Guests can book reservations with half hourly seatings from 10:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The cost is $75 for adults and $35 for children under 12. Children 5 years old and under dine for free.
Elliot Hutchinson
Public Relations Manager
504.962.3723 Direct
225.281.0917 Mobile
504.558.7778 Main
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WHEN
Wednesday, November 29, 2017 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM
TICKETS
$0.00 Member Registration
$0.00 Non-Member Registration
DIRECTIONS
Cambria 632 Tchoupitoulas St. New Orleans, LA 70130
Featuring James Bartelle, Annie Cleveland, Monica Harris, Ian Hoch, Helen Jaksch, Shelley Johnson, Michael A. Newcomer, and Emily Russell
Loyola University, Marquette Theatre
November 29 - December 23
The Darcy and Bennet families gather at Pemberley for the holidays! Bookish Mary Bennet, the oft-forgotten middle child, may have finally met her intellectual match in Elizabeth & Darcy's unexpected guest, Arthur de Bourgh. Will Lydia steal the spotlight once again, or can Mary step out of her sisters' shadows as the heroine of her own story?
Enjoy our Late Night Series and the return of LadyBEAST and Vinsantos! Our distinguished hosts return to Le Petit following their successful debut show, Nocture.
Spectaculaire brings music, dance, circus, drag, and burlesque to the most iconic and historic stage in the French Quarter in a dazzling new show. Immerse yourself in the beauty and grandeur, and witness the only proper variety show that the Vieux Carre has to offer.
Local drag and cabaret artist Vinsantos will guide our audience through an evening that runs the gambit of sultry and teasing to upbeat and raucous, emotionally vulnerable and utterly entertaining.
Tickets:
$35-50 | Reserved Seating
** Group rates available for parties of 10 or more.
Our talented Victory Belles harmonize their way through the holiday season presenting sacred and secular favorites, superb musical arrangements, Rockettes-style choreography, and an array of beautiful costumes.
November 29 11:45 AM - 2:00 PM
Location:
BB's Stage Door Canteen 945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130
11:45 a.m. Buffet Seating
Our talented Victory Belles harmonize their way through the holiday season presenting sacred and secular favorites, superb musical arrangements, Rockettes-style choreography, and an array of beautiful costumes. Come celebrate the wonder, warmth, and magic of the season as the Victory Belles come "Home for the Holidays" with a show guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit!
945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130 info@nationalww2museum.org
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TOUR THE PRIDE OF PLACE CONTEMPORARY ART EXHIBITION
Wednesdays are free thanks to The Helis Foundation. Join us!
Free Wednesdays at the New Orleans Museum of Art
Where: New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins C. Diboll Circle, City Park, New Orleans, Louisiana 70124
When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: Everyone welcome, free admission is for Louisiana residents
How: Just show up
Free admission on Wednesdays for Louisiana resi
dents sponsored by the Helis Foundation
DAILY DOCENT-LED TOURS BEGIN
docent-guided tours will be
offered at NOMA daily at 1 p.m. Docent-guided tours are free with museum admission and are also available upon request for groups with two-weeks advance notice. Book a tour for your club, group, or family reunion! Contact Tracy Kennan, Curator of Education: 504.658.4113 or tkennan@noma.org
New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle, City Park, PO Box 19123, New Orleans, LA 70179
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Free Admission on Wednesdays to the Botanical Gardens in City Park
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Botanical Gardens in City Park
5 Victory Ave. New Orleans, LA 70124
Cost:
Free
From the 1930s to today, New Orleans Botanical Garden offers the city carefully cultivated gardens, where you will find more than 2,000 varieties of plants from around the world. Visitors will find aquatics, roses, native plants, ornamental trees, shrubs, perennials and more inside various theme gardens. Highlights of the Botanical Garden include the Conservatory of Two Sisters, the New Orleans Historic Train Garden, the Yakumo Nihon Teien Japanese Garden, the Pavilion of the Two Sisters, the Garden Study Center, Lath House and the Robert B. Haspel Garden Stage. Louisiana residents receive free admission on Wednesdays, Courtesy of The Helis Foundation. Regular Hours:
Open 7 days a week 10am to 5pm. Last entry is at 4pm
Open year round, twelve acres of gardens and art await you!
Residents should show their Louisiana ID to the cashier in the Oscar J. Tolmas Center, 5 Victory Avenue.
Our speaker, Mary Bolton Green, Ph.D, MN, RN, is a Psychiatric/
Community Behavioral Health Nurse Researcher and Educator with
a career that has spanned more than 40 years in diverse nursing
settings. The focus of her research is psychological stress post-
disasters - the effects of disasters on survivors and environmental health
Sponsored by New Orleans Musicians' Assistance Foundation
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ZACHARY RICHARD WITH DAVID TORKANOWSKY AND GRAHAM ROBINSONAT OGDEN AFTER HOURS
/// November 30 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Singer-songwriter, poet, cultural activist and environmentalist, Zachary Richard, is best known as a recording artist and performer. With 20 albums on his roster, including several gold and platinum albums, his musical career is international.
New Orleans, La. - Sip, savor, socialize and support local non-profit organizations at New Orleans Magazine's monthly Hobnobber events. Produced in conjunction with the Renaissance Foundation 501c(3), these fun-filled social gatherings are held at various venues around town. Cost to attend is $5 per person, which will be donated to the host venue's charity of choice. Advanced reservations are strongly recommended and can be made at
myneworleans.com/hobnob
. Call, 504.830.7264 for more information.
The November Hobnobber will be held on Thursday, November 30 from 5:30-7:30pm at Briquette and Opal Basil. Located at 710 South Peters St. at the corner of Girod, the newly opened restaurants specialize in contemporary coastal cuisine and offer craft cocktails and a wine bar. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit both eateries to enjoy complimentary hors d'oeuvres, drink specials and the chance to win great door prizes. The $5 contribution to attend will benefit the Ozanam Inn, whose goal is to comfort all who are vulnerable, less fortunate and in need, to help them realize their potential.
A Hobnobber Club is open to the public to join, which includes free admittance to Hobnobber and Biz Night events, as well as discounted tickets to other Renaissance Foundation produced events. To join the Hobnobber Club or to receive more information, call Brittanie Bryant at 504.830.7231 or sign up online
Thursdays (alternating Thursdays): Creole Italian specialties of Italian Olive Salad, Creole Red Gravy Pasta with Italian Sausages, Sno-Balls OR Cajun Specialties: Corn Macque Choux, Classic Gumbo, Gâteau de Sirop (spiced cake)
11 AM - 1 PM $40 ($50 Cajun menu) includes lunch and tour
Each One Save One Celebrates 23 Years with Call for Mentors to Help At-Risk Students Metairie Bank President issues challenge to other local businesses to get involved now
(New Orleans) - Each One Save One, a nonprofit agency which pairs at-risk students with trained volunteers who act as mentors, celebrates its 23rd anniversary with a special fundraising event called "The Power of One: Multiplied by You!" to be held on Thursday, November 30, 2017 at noon at the Hilton Garden Inn in the historic Warehouse District.
The event's keynote speaker Ron E. Samford, Jr., President & CEO of Metairie Bank, issues a challenge to all New Orleans-area businesses to get involved by raising money for the organization or encouraging their employees to become mentors.
For the past two and a half decades, Each One Save One has matched hundreds of youngsters with caring adults who commit to at least one year of school-based mentoring. Mentors agree to meet with their students for at least one hour per week during their lunch or free periods to offer guidance in their personal and academic lives.
"At Metairie Bank, eight of our employees enjoy the priceless rewards of mentoring students on a one-to-one basis all across the Greater New Orleans area by spending time with them at school and in immersive experiences such as field trips, sporting events and other meaningful activities," said Samford, who will introduce a new, bold path forward for the growing mentoring agency at the November 30th luncheon.
Tickets to the event start at $60 and are now available online at www.eachonesaveone.org . All proceeds from "The Power of One: Multiplied by You" event will benefit Each One Save One, which was started in 1994 by Sally Ann Roberts and Cathy Harris, two women from notably different backgrounds. Roberts is a reporter who became disheartened after reporting on all the negative stories in the community. Harris is a professional speaker and community leader who worked with a number of other mentoring programs in the city.
Founded in 1947, Metairie Bank is the oldest and largest commercial bank headquartered in Jefferson Parish.
Reel to Real: The Louis Armstrong Collages Opening Reception Thursday, November 30 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Join us on Thursday, November 30 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm for the opening reception of Reel to Real: The Louis Armstrong Collages.
Louis Armstrong's reel to reel tape box collages have never been shown in New Orleans before the current display in the New Orleans Jazz Museum, in collaboration with Prospect 4 and the Louis Armstrong House Museum.
Food and entertainment will be provided.
Free and open to the public.
Reel to "Real": The Louis Armstrong Collages Opening
Join us on Thursday, November 30 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm for the opening reception of Reel to "Real": The Louis Armstrong Collages.
Louis Armstrong's reel to reel tape box collages have never been shown in New Orleans before the current display in the New Orleans Jazz Museum.
This production is one you do not want to miss!! We are welcoming several professional film and stage actors who are new to our stage! AND visual media never before used on our stage! It will surley stimulate the senses and bring you right into Bedford Falls - Join us for a first-of-its-kind production on the
Bayou Playhouse stage!
Based on the screenplay "It's a Wonderful Life" that starred James Stewart and Donna Reed. Join us for this family friendly holiday classic!
If you are a Louisiana resident you can enjoy the Ogden Museum of Southern Art for free on Thursdays thanks to the Helis Foundation. Great museum with the largest and most comprehensive assemblage of Southern art in the world, establishing the Ogden Museum as the preeminent resource on art and culture of the South.
Where: Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St., New Orleans, LA 70130
Join Young Audiences of Louisiana (YALA) for the 8th Annual Dancing for the Arts gala. The event will take place on Friday, December 1st at The Civic Theatre. The primary fundraiser to support YALA's afterschool and summer arts in education programs, Dancing for the Arts will feature celebrity dancers, notable judges, a silent auction, cocktails, and fine fare.
Camille Whitworth will preside as the Mistress of Ceremonies, welcoming our celebrity dancers who will take to the dance floor for an evening of rug-cutting competition in support of Young Audiences of Louisiana's afterschool and summer arts education programs.
This year's event is co-chaired by Stella del Bianco and Florence Smith. Anita Demps and Allison Kupperman serve as the Silent Auction Chairs.
The Circus Cats are Back Dec. 1stTuna and the Rock Cats Raise $$ and help find homes for shelter cats in Mew Orleans!
Fur the month of December the Acro-cats feature their Meowy Catmas special - PURRformances JUST FOR MEW ORLEANS! Celebrate Christmas (or Catmas) with us by watching cats jump through wreaths, roll an ornament, push a sleigh and performing an array of other seasonal tricks. Real rescued house cats delight and amaze audiences of all ages. One of the many stars of the show are Dixie a black and white domestic shorthaired cat that ran away with the cat circus last Christmas.
There will also be a special appearance by The Rock-Cats (the only cat band in the entire WORLD!) playing seasonal carol selections such as "A Cat in a Manger", "Catnip Roasting on an Open Fire" and "God Rest Ye Merry Kittens" (Songs might not be performed as described.)
The Circus Cats travel the country on their Amazing Acro-Cat bus which is also a mobile fostering unit - helping cats and kittens from Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter find their furrever homes. Before, during and after the purrformances you can find the adoptable cats and kittens in search of their forever home.
This one hour show has limited tickets available so they suggest buying online to get premium front row seats before they sell out! These fabulous felines always donate part of their proceeds to us at Jefferson SPCA.
Purrforming at The Theatre at St. Claude
(behind Allways Lounge)
December 1st 7pm
December 2nd 4pm 7pm
December 3rd 4pm
December 7th and 8th 7pm
December 9th 4pm 7pm
December 10th 1pm 4pm
December 13th 15th 7pm
December 16th 4pm 7pm
December 17th 4pm
Interested in volunteering at the shows? Email jacob@jeffersonspca.org.
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EVENT: Annual Tree Lighting and Sippin' In the Courtyard
MonthlyHappy Hour Series Benefiting Non-Profit Groups
DATE & Friday, December 1, 2017
TIME: 5pm - 8pm
Tree Lighting Ceremony 6:00 pm in the Courtyard
LOCATION: Maison Dupuy Hotel
1001 Toulouse St. (corner Burgundy St.)
BENEFICIARY: Saul's Light Foundation
ENTERTAINMENT: DJ, Gay Men's Chorus & Historical Characters plus
an Open Market and Carriage Rides
COST: No admission charge. Happy Hour prices for Featured Cocktail,
Wine and Small Plates. Complimentary parking based on availability
PRIZES: Sippin' attendees can purchase raffle tickets to win baskets of coveted prizes such as overnight stays, dinners, bar tabs, and other items provided by The Maison Dupuy. All proceeds from raffle ticket sales will be donated to Saul's Light Foundation.
SCOPE:
Join us at The Maison Dupuy Hotel as we light the magnificent 20' Christmas Tree and enjoy holiday music, drinks, food, fun and shopping. Guests can sip $5 Spiked Egg Nog and Wine, savor Small Plates at Happy Hour prices from Bistreaux Restaurant and do a little Christmas shopping all at the same time for a very worthy cause.
EVENT CONTACT: David Broussard, Director of Food & Beverage
PHONE: 504-648-6113
MEDIA CONTACT: Cary Alden, 504-834-7517 504-914-7517 (cell)
Don't miss out on this wonderful Christmas show! What a treat it would be to get the family, friends, or coworkers together for a night of holiday spirit.
If you need assistance purchasing tickets online, please call 504-341-1838.
December 1st through December 3rd celebrate the 71st anniversary of the Plaquemines Parish Fair and Orange Festival at Historic Fort Jackson in Buras, Louisiana. Enjoy nonstop entertainment by Big River Band, Boot Hill, Supercharger Band and more. Taste some of the best cuisine Louisiana has to offer. Compete in the oyster shucking, shrimp peeling or duck calling contests. Carnival rides for the kids, 5k run, Civil War re-enactments, and fireworks on the river Saturday night. Visit www.orangefestival.com
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CELEBRATION IN THE OAKSThe Most Spectacular Holiday Lights Festival in the Country
The 2017 season is Celebration in the Oaks' 31st anniversary!
Celebration in the Oaks in City Park is one of the most spectacular holiday lights festivals in the country, with more than 165,000 visitors pouring into the Park to see the magical winter spectacle. City Park's famous oaks are swathed in hundreds of thousands of twinkling lights and breathtaking light displays are scattered throughout 25 acres of the Park, including the Botanical Garden, Storyland, and Carousel Gardens Amusement Park.
Due to the immense popularity of this holiday attraction, we strongly recommend buying tickets in advance from this link to avoid waiting in ticket lines. Saturdays are the most heavily attended nights. You will find smaller crowds on other nights.
Hours 2017 dates: December 1, 2017 through January 1, 2018
Closed Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve
Monday - Thursday : 6pm -10pm Friday: 6pm -11pm Saturday: 5pm - 11pm Sunday: 5pm - 10pm Last entry to event is 30 minutes prior to closing.
Your tickets are good for any night of the event that we are open in the current season. There is no refund due to rain, power outages, and other unforeseen conditions.
Train tickets sales on-site will stop one hour before closing. At one hour before closing, you will not be able to get in the train line (only before that time). This may also happen with other amusement rides. Individual train tickets may be used in place of any single ride tickets for any other ride in Carousel Gardens.
-Admission Tickets: $9/person
-Children under 3 and Friends of City Park members: Free
Rides:
-Train Ride: $5/person
-Amusement Park Rides: $4/single ride ticket (excludes train)
-$18/unlimited ride band (includes train, must be purchased at the event)
Your tickets are good for any night of the event that we are open in the current season. There is no refund rain, power outages, and other unforeseen conditions.
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LE SALON
Our tea is well served. Our guests are served well.
Our properly brewed and served afternoon tea is as enjoyable as it is traditional but also effortlessly charming. And never ever stuffy. It's a grand, gracious New Orleans pastime worth savoring every afternoon.
Friday at 2:00 pm Saturday & Sunday at 11:00 am and 2:00pm
A Well-Brewed Afternoon:
Holiday Tea
From November 24 to January 3, this centerpiece of the New Orleans holiday season has been a community tradition for over 30 years.
$69.03 for adults and $35.84 for kids, inclusive of tax and gratuity
Service includes a properly brewed pot of tea; a glass of sherry, sparkling wine or specialty cocktail; an enchanting selection of English tea sandwiches; seasonal scones with clotted cream; and a final course of gourmet desserts.
Reservations are required and can be made by calling (504) 596-4773
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Shaken, not stirred -- Marigny Opera Ballet Is Serving Up "Christmas Cocktails"
Far from the Kingdom of Sweets and the Sugar Plum Fairy, Marigny Opera Ballet is concocting an adult Christmas ballet. Company Director Dave Hurlbert's answer to "The Nutcracker" is a flight of adult beverages called "Christmas Cocktails." It's very New Orleans, since one of the three dances - Maritza Mercado-Narcisse's"I Was Told There Would be Cake" - is set at a holiday cocktail party where old friends flirt, have too much to drink, and celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza in a lovely synthesis of the holidays.
For a real change of pace, there's the world premiere of Aguas de Dezembro, an original work based on Brazilian Christmas music. But don't be expecting sambas or Bossa Novas from renowned composer Larry Sieberth and choreographer Diogo de Lima. Brazil has no indigenous holiday music - just variations on standard American songs and carols that are actually enjoyed during the summer there.
Audiences craving the traditional will find it in Arcangelo Corelli's "Christmas Concerto" which choreographer Nikki Hefko has chosen as the music for her Diversorios, a dance in which Italian villagers become pilgrims visiting the Holy Family.
WHAT: "Christmas Cocktails"
WHEN: Friday and Saturday, December 1-3, 8 p.m. Sunday, December 3, 7 p.m.
WHERE: Marigny Opera House, 725 St. Ferdinand St.
New Orleans, LA 70117
WHO: Marigny Opera Ballet
COMPANY OVERVIEW
Founded in 2014, the award winning Marigny Opera Ballet is a professional contemporary ballet company based in the Marigny Opera House of New Orleans.
There's no place like New Orleans for the holidays during Christmas New Orleans Style, a celebration of uniquely New Orleans holiday activities taking place
33rd Annual Christmas New Orleans Style Event Overview
Reveillon Feasts, Cathedral Concerts, Festive Events, Hotel Deals
'Cause it's Christmastime in New Orleans
New Orleans, LA - New Orleans - recently named one of the "Best Places to Go in 2018" by Frommer's Travel Guides and "One of the Best Food Cities in the World" by Food & Wine - will celebrate the 33rd annual Christmas New Orleans Style (CNOS) with Reveillon feasts at over 50 of the city's finest restaurants, 80 special holiday events including more than a dozen free concerts produced by French Quarter Festivals, Inc. (FQFI), and Papa Noël hotel deals for all budgets.
CNOS is a collaboration between FQFI and the New Orleans Tourism Marketing Corporation (NOTMC). Throughout December, FQFI works closely with local retailers, restaurants, hotels, arts and community organizations to produce and promote quality holiday events. FQFI President and CEO Emily Madero said, "As New Orleans prepares to celebrate its 300th anniversary - and FQFI its 35th - Christmas New Orleans Style will celebrate our cultural heritage and showcase the best of NOLA's emerging talent. Our concert lineup at historic St. Louis Cathedral and St. Augustine Catholic Church features the city's most beloved, talented musicians; at restaurants all over the city, diners can take a bite of history with a traditional Reveillon dinner or enjoy our haute cuisine by selecting a contemporary menu. From traditional to modern, we have so much to offer!"
Christmas New Orleans Style 2017 . CNOS ends on Twelfth Night, January 6, 2018 when the Krewe de Jeanne d'Arc parades in the French Quarter and Phunny Phorty Phellows board the St. Charles Avenue streetcar to herald the start of Carnival. Other events include: nightly excursions through the magnificent lighting display at City Park's Celebration in the Oaks; ice skating, gingerbread houses, and carnival rides at NOLA ChristmasFest; holiday cookie decorating for kids at the Hilton Riverside; historical characters strolling in the French Quarter; caroling in Jackson Square; holiday steamboat cruises; theatrical and musical performances; special tours of private homes dressed in holiday finery; a Christmas parade down Canal Street; Reindeer Run for children; and a second-line for neighborhood students led by the Outlet Collection at Riverwalk's Singing Santa & the Riverwalk Jazz Band. More than 80 activities are planned, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy incredible dining, shopping, and culture.
St. Louis Cathedral and St. Augustine Church Concerts
Christmas New Orleans Style celebrates New Orleans' rich musical heritage with jazz musicians, gospel choirs, classical ensembles, and others performing the sounds of the season with concerts at St. Louis Cathedral located in Jackson Square and St. Augustine Church located in historic Treme. Concerts at St. Louis Cathedral take place at 6 p.m. on December 4-7 and 10-14. Another concert, the annual St. Louis Cathedral Basilica Holiday Concert takes place Sunday, December 17 at 5:30 p.m., prior to Caroling in Jackson Square. Concerts at St. Augustine take place at 4pm on Saturday, December 2, 9, and 16.
Reveillon, an adaptation of a traditional Creole holiday dining custom, will be celebrated nightly in almost 50 restaurants throughout the city. Menus showcase the feasts of Christmas past, present, and future: Four Reveillon restaurants - Antoine's, Galatoire's, Commander's Palace, and Tujague's - are more than 100 years old and feature classic Creole cuisine. Contemporary Reveillon utilizes preparation techniques and products of the modern day not necessarily available to the original Creoles. These meals can be enjoyed at The Grill Room, Restaurant R'evolution, Seaworthy, and many more. Reveillon menus are offered only once a year, making CNOS the only time guests can enjoy this authentic taste of New Orleans. New participants include: Cafe Dauphine, The Country Club, Curio,Fountain Lounge, The Old Coffeepot Restaurant, Public Service, The Royal House, and Tommy's Cuisine. Diners can indulge in Reveillon at Fountain Lounge for $24 or be treated to Commander's Palace decadent seven-course dinner for $100.
Reveillon on the Rocks
The Reveillon dinner has been celebrated in homes and restaurants all over New Orleans since the 1850s. Local bartenders now create both classic and original cocktails to capture the spirit of Reveillon, one-sip-at-a-time. Beginning December 1 and continuing until the last toast on New Year's Eve, and at some spots lasting through Twelfth Night (January 6), more than 20 bars and restaurants will say "Cheers to the Holiday Season" with a total of 35 spirited libations. In 2017 FQFI welcomes new participants Public Belt and The Sazerac Bar.
Cooking Demonstrations
Christmas New Orleans Style serves up a series of cooking demonstrations from many of New Orleans' finest chefs. FQFI, NOTMC, and WWL-TV team up to bring the "12 Days of Reveillon." For three weeks in December (12/7-22), WWL-TV will showcase New Orleans' great chefs, preparing items from their 2017 Reveillon menus each morning between 8 and 9 a.m. Chefs include: Joe Maynard (Criollo), Guy Sockrider (Tujague's), Matt Regan (The Bistreaux at Maison Dupuy), John Martin (Tableau), Jason Klutts (Kingfish Kitchen and Cocktails), Jana Billiot (Restaurant R'evolution), Eric Cook (Tommy's Cuisine), Tory McPhail (Commander's Palace), Daniel Causgrove (Seaworthy), Frank Brigtsen (Brigtsen's Restaurant), and Erik Veney (Muriel's Jackson Square). The Chef Holiday Cooking Demonstrations are sponsored by Louisiana Cookin' Magazine.
Papa Noël Hotel Rates
Christmas New Orleans Style gives the gift of a memorable holiday encounter that can only be experienced in New Orleans. Travelers can take advantage of special offers at more than 50 of the city's finest hotels and bed and breakfasts that feature attractive nightly Papa Noël discounted rates and luxurious value packages to visitors as their gift of the season. New participants in 2017 include: Terrell House Bed and Breakfast, Alder Hotel, Intown Suites, and NOPSI.
For complete Christmas New Orleans Style information and schedules, or to request a guidebook, visit fqfi.org
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Guest: Frank Stansbury of LaFete News
Every Friday at 3pm
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FRIDAY 12/1 7:30 P.M.
MUSIC AT THE MINT
The Big Easy Guitar Festival
with:
Tommy Malone, Twangorama. The New Orleans Guitar Masters, Phil deGruy, Chip Wilson, John Rankin, Cranston Clements, Tyler Clements, Paul Clement, and Jimmy Robinson.
Tickets for The Big Easy Guitar Festival are $15.75 and available at the door (cash) or online here. Doors open at 7:30p.m. and the evening will end at 10p.m.
Admission is $10 at the door (No advance tickets sold) Arrive early to secure the best seat We do not sell out shows Beverages available by donation Souvenir merchandise available Food for purchase next door (by ladies of First Free Mission Baptist Church) Sit inside or bring chairs to sit outside Children welcome, no pets, no ice chests
Friday, Dec. 1
6:30 - 9:00
David L. Harris
DAVID L. HARRISFriday, December 1, 6:30-9 pm Trombone player, vocalist & composer David L. Harris envisions each tune as an emotional journey with the sound of modern jazz rooted in tradition and founded by the blues, continuously referring back to the "swing" while always giving a true and honest interpretation of the groove. His masterful team joins him on his first solo album, the critically-acclaimed "Blues I Felt", which debuted early in 2017.
Friday, Dec. 15
6:30 - 9:00
Peter Harris Trio & Germaine Bazzle
PETER HARRIS TRIO & GERMAINE BAZZLEFriday, December 15, 6:30-9 pm
Peter Harris, a New Orleans native, has been playing bass professionally since 1996. He has performed around the world with a wide array of artists, including the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Ellis Marsalis & Nicholas Payton. In 2013 Harris released his first CD under his own name, "The Jackal," featuring an impressive lineup of some of the best in the business.
One of the true legends of New Orleans jazz, Germaine Potter Bazzle has been under-recognized nationally and internationally through her entire career. On par with R&B queen Irma Thomas, her voice in jazz is as distinctive as any, with a sweet soul to match. Her exploits singing in the Seventh Ward are unmatched, but she has been known primarily as a teacher. Influenced by the greats like Sarah Vaughan, Ella Fitzgerald, and Billy Eckstein, she took on a repertoire of classic jazz, American popular songs, show tunes, and the music of Duke Ellington.
New Orleans' only official bonfire! This FREE event celebrates
an old New Orleans custom - lighting the way for Papa Noel -
and is sponsored by the Algiers Economic Development Foundation
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This Saturday, December 2nd at 7PM CT (8PM ET & PT), Louisiana locals and Food Network fans from around the world can tune in to watch the premiere of "Cajun Aces" - the new Food Network show starring Louisiana's very own culinary couple Chefs Cody and Samantha "Sam" Carroll.
Owners of award-winning Sac-a-Lait restaurant in NOLA's Warehouse District and Hot Tails in New Roads, LA, the Carrolls will take viewers on a journey exploring Cajun cuisine and culture. From the family farm in Batchelor - where they source everything from crawfish to okra - back to both restaurants where they create new dishes, the Carrolls showcase true "Farm-to-Table" cuisine.
Below, please find details on each episode. All air times are Central Time.
Premiering Saturday, December 2nd at 7pm - "Crawfish and Mirliton"
It's the first weekend of crawfish season, so chefs Cody and Sam Carroll need to work out the kinks on new dishes at their restaurant Hot Tails to create a Crawfish Po'boy and Baked Crawfish Mac and Cheese. At Sac-a-lait, the Crawfish Pot Pie and Crawfish Echappee need to be masterpieces, because an opportunity like this only comes once a year.
Premiering Saturday, December 2nd at 7:30pm - "Pigs and Figs"
Homecoming weekend is a big deal in New Roads, Louisiana, and Hot Tails Restaurant expects to be swamped! Pigs are aplenty and figs are in season, so owners Cody and Sam Carroll aim to please the crowd with new dishes that make the most of these local ingredients. Wild Boar Jambalaya, Cracklin with Fig Pepper Jelly, Sweet Potato Pork Nachos, Pork Boudin Eggs Benedict and Fig-Stuffed French Toast will keep the masses happy they came, whether it's for dinner or Sunday brunch.
Premiering Saturday, December 9th at 6pm - "Turkey and Pecans"
Autumn in southern Louisiana has chefs Cody and Sam Carroll reinventing old comfort food classics featuring turkey and pecans. A Pecan Chocolate Cake and Turkey Neck Consomme made with turkey bones and sweet peas should draw crowds to their restaurant, Sac-a-Lait. At their other restaurant, Hot Tails, the locals usually don't eat out on Sunday night, but Sam and Cody hope to lure them in with Turkey Fricassee with Pecan Rice and Crab Boil Buffalo Turkey Wings with Cranberry Pepper Jelly.
Premiering Saturday, December 9th at 6:30pm - "Redfish and Okra"
In Louisiana, they say if you can't cook redfish, you might as well pack your bags. Chefs Cody and Sam Carroll head out to the Gulf of Mexico for some late-night redfish bow hunting and plan to pair their catch with okra prepared in unexpected ways. At their restaurant Hot Tails, Cody and Sam prove they have what it takes to remain King and Queen of Seafood in Louisiana with Cajun-Style Fish and Chips featuring a spicy ginger batter, Fried Okra Chips and Creole Tomato Tartar Sauce. At their other restaurant, Sac-a-Lait, the chefs turn it up a few more notches, serving Blackened Redfish with Green Tomato Court Bouillon and Grilled Okra with Tomato Remoulade.
Online, follow Chefs Cody and Sam Carroll as they explore Cajun cuisine and culture. Talk about the show using #CajunAces.
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Saturday, December 2, 2017
SCHEDULE
10:30 am: Registration opens
11:00 am: Welcome remarks by teen groups, performances by youth poets
11:30 am: Gallery talks of Prospect.4: The Lotus in Spite of the Swamp and Solidary & Solitary
1:00 pm: Lunch and Resource Fair
2:00 pm: Participants choose from a menu of workshops taught by New Orleans artists in printmaking, multi-media collage, photography and spoken word poetry
Our remarkably successful tree giveaway program has:
* Gives away 3000 free trees for residents throughout each of the five districts of the city.
* Educates the community through workshops on tree planting and maintenance, stormwater management and the vital role trees play environmentally.
* Increases community access to fresh fruit with our reduced priced fruit tree sales.
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The 2017 Rx Gala will be held on December 2, 2017, from 7pm to 10pm at the famed
Napoleon House. Supporters will dance to the lively sounds of the
Kevin Gullage Band, enjoy delicious libations and fare from Brennan's along with
Two Girls One Shuck and mingle with our special guests, the
Merry Antoinettes.
The silent auction is the highlight of this annual fundraiser.
Cap off the evening with Cafe' Brulot in the courtyard of the Pharmacy Museum immediately following the gala.
Beignet Fest Announces Updated Information for Rescheduled Event
Festival to take place Saturday, December 2 from 10 am to 5 pm
New Orleans, LA - Originally set for the first Saturday in October, the 2ndAnnual
Beignet Fest has been rescheduled to Saturday, December 2, 2017 from 10 am to 5 pm at the Festival Grounds at New Orleans City Park. Many of the same features are planned, with some new elements to go along with the new date.
Free and open to the public, the event will feature more than 20 beignet dishes with sweet and savory options, as well as live, local music throughout the day by some of the city's most popular performers. There will also be a Kid's Village presented by
Ochsner Hospital for Children.
"We're thrilled to be able to have the event this year - just on a different date," said Festival Founder Sherwood Collins. "City Park helped us identify a new date quickly when we were faced with the threat of Hurricane Nate in the beginning of October. And all our food vendors were incredibly accommodating, adjusting their plans to participate on December 2."
An event map and full menu of beignet dishes can be found online at
www.beignetfest.com.
Due to tour schedules, the music schedule has changed as follows:
Hill Country Hounds: 10:30-11:15AM
One Love Brass Band: Noon-1:00PM
John 'Papa' Gros Band: 1:50-3:00PM
Brass-a-holics: 3:45-4:45PM
Both Eric Lindell and the Imagination Movers, originally scheduled for this year's event, have committed to playing at next year's Beignet Fest.
"Despite a couple of changes with the music schedule, the December date has actually given us a chance to add new features, one of which is a Holiday Artist Village," said Collins. "We put the idea out there, and our local artist community responded enthusiastically."
The following artists will be participating in the Holiday Artist Village:
Art by Jane Brewster
Bontemps Boutique
Clay Creations
Discovery Toys
Fit to be Tied
John Darre Fine Art
Joshua Lee Studio
Kabuki Design Studio
Kiki Huston Jewelry
Lizano Glass Haus
Michelle Benson Huck Pottery
Party Pirogues
Schnell Studio
Shae Shea
Shaun Alleman Art and Design
Sock Spot
Square Peg Woodworks
Stephen Darre Art
Still Waters Jewelry
Tchoup Industries
Another change for the event, organizers have adjusted the VIP Experience, which will now be opened to all ages with new ticketing ticket options, which can be purchased in advance on
www.beignetfest.com. Specifically, Adults 21+ are $50 per person and Children 4 and up are $10 each with an accompanying adult. Children 3 and under are free with an accompanying adult.
As usual, food and beverage tickets will be sold on site and must be used to purchase the different beignet dishes, as well as all beverages. No outside food and beverages are allowed. Proceeds from the sale of food and beverages benefit the
Tres Doux Foundation, which makes grants to local autism programs in Greater New Orleans.
Louisiana Children's Museum 420 Julia Street * New Orleans, LA 70130 * Telephone: (504) 523-1357 * Fax: (504) 529-3666
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Register Now for the Artist Workshop
with Artist Horton Humble
Inspired by
Solidary & Solitary: The Joyner/Giuffrida Collection,
Presented by The Helis Foundation
Saturday, December 2 @ 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Using Norman Lewis' Afternoon as inspiration, artist Horton Humble will lead participants in several exercises aimed at finding their own abstraction through the intuitive use of color. Ultimately, each participant will craft a final abstract composition of their own design.This program has been made possible by the generous support of the Ella West Freeman Foundation, the Selley Foundation and Entergy.
Our elves are busily preparing for this popular event that delights and excites children of all ages! At Teddy Bear Tea you will be taken on Santa's journey to the rooftops of New Orleans. Santa and Mrs. Claus will welcome you and your children while you enjoy a presentation of delicious holiday food, specialty teas, and tasty pastries, as well as sparkling wine and mimosas for Mom and Dad.
Your family will enjoy your own individual table and seats are available for pre-paid, non-refundable purchase. To make reservations, please book online or call The Roosevelt Holiday Line at (504) 335-3129 Monday - Friday from 8am - 6:30pm.
Nov 24-25-26 Time Travelers & Family Weekend In the future this would be Thanksgiving weekend. Not sure what to do with all the family members that traveled to your house and didn't leave after the feast, bring them to RenFest. Friday is Family Day. Time Travelers and COS players are encouraged to travel through time and space to visit LARF on this 3-day holiday weekend.
Dec 2 & 3 Romance Bring the one you love to the Ren-Fest. The first 200 couples dressed to match receive a toy rose. Note: We call our costuming "garb." Wearing matching garb with the one you love is called "Honey Garb."
Dec 9 & 10 Fireworks Finale We have one of the best fireworks displays of any non-government. It happens about an hour after we close. Anyone who attended faire that day is welcome to stay and meet someone new or spread a blanket on the grass that surrounds our lake, lay back and watch the fireworks (Saturday and Sunday). After the last show of the day ends around 5:00 PM feel free to get a blanket from your car, and spread it out on the grass surrounding our lake. Fireworks show happens after it gets dark (around 6:00 PM).
Miracle on Fulton Street will once again transform the Fulton Street pedestrian corridor into a winter wonderland! Enjoy twinkling lights, a gingerbread display in the Harrah's Hotel Lobby, interactive ornaments, and hourly "snow" fall through December 24, 11am - 10 pm. On Friday and Saturday evenings, December 2-24, enjoy visits with Santa, live entertainment, and more!
The Holidays are right around the corner and the DDD would like to remind you to save the dates for this year's Canal Street Home for the Holidays presented by the DDD and the Roosevelt Hotel. Click here to see some of the fun at last year's celebration!
Krewe of Jingle Parade Presented by the DDD & The Roosevelt New Orleans SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2017 Where: Parade will roll on Canal Street | When: Parade will begin at 1:00pm
Downtown NOLA Saturday Shopping Spree Presented by the DDD, The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk, & Harrah's Casino New Orleans SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2017
Featuring one day only bonus 15% off at participating merchants.
Movies on the Mississippi Presented by the DDD, The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk, & the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8 & FRIDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2017 Where: Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Plaza | When: 6:30pm
The Downtown Development District and the Outlet Collection at Riverwalk present two weekends of special outdoor movie showings! Friday, December 8 - Polar Express Friday, December 15 - Elf
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2017 Where: The Shops at Canal Place Plaza located at 333 Canal St. | When: Registration 8:00am, Race Start 9:00am Preregistration available online at active.com.
Calling all kids! The DDD and Entergy present the annual Shops at Canal Place holiday fun run for kids on Canal Street! Rudolph, Santa and friends will jingle their bells to signal the start of the race. Participants will receive bells for their sneakers, antlers, a race t-shirt
and a bag of holiday goodies. After the race, "Romp" around ... and enjoy healthy activities for kids and parents, music, games, crafts and more.
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Admission to each concert is free. No tickets or advance registration are required, and there is no reserved seating. The concerts will begin at 8 p.m. and will consist of two sets, with the second set starting at 9:30 p.m. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. for all shows. The exceptions are the shows on April 28 and May 5, during Jazz Fest, which will have sets at 9:30 p.m. and 11:30 p.m. Jazz & Heritage Concert Series
2017-2018 Schedule
Sets at 8:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m.
Doors open at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 2 Leroy Jones Saturday, Dec. 9 Helen Gillet and Leyla McCalla Saturday, Feb. 17 Astral Project Saturday, March 10 Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet Saturday, April 7 Doreen Ketchens Saturday, April 28 Donald Harrison Saturday, May 5 Naydja CoJoe, Nayo Jones and Mykia Jovan Saturday, May 26 Jesse McBride & Next Generation Saturday, June 9 Troy Sawyer and the Elementz plus Calvin Johnson & Native Son Saturday, July 14 Kyle Roussel Organ Trio www.jazzandheritage.org.
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Christmas at Loyola
Sunday 3 December 2017 3:00 PM Sunday 3 December 2017 5:00 PM
The opening of the Christmas season! From the spectacular brass and choir opening to the beauty of the Loyola Strings and the fun of audience sing-alongs, come experience this audience favorite concert and share the joy of the season. This event is free and open to the public.
Holy Name Of Jesus Catholic Church
6367 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA, 70118, United States
Sundays don't get any better than this in New Orleans! Locals & visitors can rediscover a beloved tradition at The Maison Dupuy, one of the great Sunday Brunch originals, and a dining gem in a setting unsurpassed for delicious local food creations by Chef Matt Regan along with superb service and featuring some of New Orleans best musicians!
Sunday Brunch is served from 10:30 am to 2 pm. For reservations please call 504-648-6113.
The Maison Dupuy offers two charming venues for the three-course Sunday Champagne Jazz Brunch -- the casual Bistreaux Restaurant featuring murals of famous artist Toulouse Lautrec's Paris scenes and floor to ceiling windows and the picturesque Courtyard, truly one of the most civilized outdoor settings in the French Quarter.
Sunday Brunch continues, and I always have a great time. The Superior Jazz Trio plays from 11:30 to 2:30. Food is excellent, prices reasonable, free valet parking, and the music is suave and sophisticated, just like you and me.
Make your reservations now! The dinner series begins October 18 with Trinity and will end January 17, 2018 with The Pelican Club.
All WYES SEASON OF GOOD TASTES dinner menus, along with wine and coffee pairings are available at wyes.org under events. $95-$100 per seat (tax and gratuity included). A portion of the proceeds benefit WYES, your local PBS member station.
Gautreau's
Tuesday, December 5, 2017 at 6:30pm
Brown Butter Southern Kitchen & Bar
Monday, December 18, 2017 at 6:30pm
The Pelican Club Restaurant and Bar
Wednesday January 17, 2018 at 6:30pm
MANY THANKS TO: Community Coffee, Caire Hotel & Restaurant Supply and Thompson Meats.
The Tall Ships America to New Orleans schedule includes:
Thursday, April 19
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tall Ships Parade of Sail - Tall Ships sail into downtown New Orleans and dock along Woldenberg Park.
Friday, April 20 - Sunday, April 22
10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tall Ships open to the public, and admission is free. To see the Tall Ships like a VIP, Fast Pass tickets are available for front-of-line access for Tall Ships (only), and VIP hospitality in Woldenberg Park. Purchase Fast Pass tickets here
Tall Ships depart for St. Petersburg, Florida and other ports on their own schedule.
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Created in 2013, the Friends of the Cabildo Concert Series has brought together some of the best musicians from New Orleans and Louisiana to perform and archive their music for the Louisiana State Museum's music collection. Join us for a unique musical experience at the intimate 150-seat, state of the art Old U.S. Mint 3rd Floor Performance Hall.
December 15: Sonny Landreth January 19: Marcia Ball March 16: BeauSoleil with Michael Doucet
Single concert tickets: $25 General Admission, FOC/LMF Members: $20. Series Tickets: $150 General Admission, FOC/LMF Members: $120.
