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Monday April 4, 2022

NATIONAL HUG A NEWSPERSON DAY National Hug a Newsperson Day (formerly National Hug a Newsman Day) on April 4th encourages appreciation for the people reporting the news.   The Merriam-Webster dictionary tells us that the word “newsman” dates back to 1596. They have been working hard for many years to bring us the news from around the world. A few well-known newspersons include: Frank Stansbury Tom Brokaw Barbara Walters David Brinkley Katie Couric Walter Cronkite Ann Curry Lester Holt Peter Jennings Connie Chung Your local newsperson reports on the days’ events in your community. They keep you informed of important political news, businesses in your community, weather, traffic, crime, and education updates. When it comes to the national news, the local news reporters apply local perspectives. While events may happen thousands of miles away, a local newsperson knows it impacts their views still.

2022 NFL offseason dates: April 4: Clubs that hired a new head coach after the end of the 2021 regular season may begin offseason workout programs. April 18: Clubs with returning head coaches may begin offseason workout programs April 20: Deadline to bring draft-eligible players to their facilities for a physical examination. April 22: Deadline for restricted free agents to sign offer sheets. April 27: Deadline for prior club to exercise Right of First Refusal to restricted free agents. April 27: Deadline to time, test, and interview draft-eligible players. April 28-30: 2022 NFL Draft | Las Vegas All times are Eastern and all dates are subject to change. Dates for the 2022 NFL schedule release as well as Saints offseason OTAs, minicamps, and 2022 Saints Training Camp will be announced later.

Jon Batiste Wins Album Of The Year At 2022 Grammy Awards by: OFFBEAT STAFF New Orleans’ own Jon Batiste walked away with five Grammy awards at the 2022 ceremony in Las Vegas, including wins for album of the year for We Are, best video for “Freedom,” best American roots song and best American roots performance for “Cry.” Batiste’s score for the animated feature Soul tied with The Queen’s Gambit tied in the category of best score for soundtrack for visual media. Batiste was nominated for 11 awards, the most for any recording artist this year. In his acceptance speech , Batiste said “I believe this to my core—best musician, best artist, best dancer, best actor…. The creative arts are subjective and they reach people at a point in their lives when they need it most. It’s like a song or an album is made and it almost has a radar to find the person when they need it the most.” He concluded by saying, “Let’s just keep going. Be you! That’s it. I love ya, even if I don’t know ya!” Earlier in the day, on the CBS Sunday Morning news program, Batiste revealed that he had secretly married writer Suleika Jaouad just days prior to her second round of treatments for a recurrence of leukemia. Jaoudad was admitted to a hospital for a bone marrow transplant the day after the couple exchanged wedding vows. Batiste is a graduate of the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts and St. Augustine High School, whose marching band was prominently featured in the video for “Freedom,” filmed on location in New Orleans in April 2021. Batiste also acknowledged at the Grammy ceremony that his father, grandfather and many nieces and nephews appeared in the video. Troy “Trombone Shorty” Andrews, PJ Morton, the Hot 8 Brass Band and the Gospel Soul Children also joined the cast.

HOGS FOR THE CAUSE 2022 CROWNS CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL HIGH ON THE HOG AWARDS, HOG OF FAME INDUCTEES, AND FUNDRAISING CHAMPIONS 14th Annual Event Raises Over $2.6 Million New Orleans, LA—Hogs for the Cause returned to the UNO Lakefront Festival Grounds after three long years for its 14th annual event, April 1 – 2. With record-breaking fundraising, large crowds, and nationally recognized musical talent, the organizers are proud to announce the names of the Children's Hospital New Orleans Grand Champion, category winners, and top fundraisers for the 2022 Ben Sarrat, Jr. Cook-Off. "We were so excited to welcome back our truly amazing teams and fans to the UNO festival grounds this year," said Becker Hall, CEO & Co-Founder of Hogs for the Cause. "Together, they have helped us raise an astonishing $2.6 Million, crushing any single year record and enabling us to support so many more families in need." The 14th Annual Ben Sarrat, Jr. Cook-Off featured over 90 teams this year. The BBQ competitors vied for the title of Children's Hospital New Orleans Grand Champion, along with champions in the categories of Whole Hog, Ribs, Pork Butt/Shoulder, and Porkpourri (anything pork) divisions. There are also awards for Best Sauce, Blue Plate Mayonnaise Best Side, Irpino Avin Hawkins Best Bacon, "Just Winging It" presented by Tabasco, Louisiana Tourism Fan Favorite, Best Friday Night Party, Best Booth, Best Social Media, and Fundraising Champion. "Our teams have not skipped a beat, continuing to fundraise in fun and creative ways throughout the past year," said Rene Louapre, COO & Co-Founder of Hogs for the Cause. "They brought bigger and better competition this weekend alongside the best musical talent around, and it has been incredible to watch!" Each Year, Hogs for the Cause inducts individuals into its Hog of Fame. This award represents continued dedication and service to the Hogs organization. This year's Hog of Fame inductees are Bobby Hawkins (Mr. Pig Stuff), Adam Avin (Mr. Pig Stuff), Robby Moss (Fleur De Que), Mike Centola (Rugaroux Q), Dan Sanders (DeSwine Intervention), Anthony DiBernardo (Morten Andersen's Mullets), Aaron Siegel (Morten Andersen's Mullets), and Kelsey Brehm (Hogs staff member). And the winners are: Children's Hospital New Orleans Grand Champion: Hog Addiction Whole Hog: Hog Addiction Ribs: Emmylou's Pork Butt/Shoulder: Hog Addiction Porkpourri: Hoggystyle Best Sauce: Swine Spectators Blue Plate Mayonnaise Best Side: House of Hogs Irpino Avin Hawkins Best Bacon: Crazy Jeff's BBQ Bungalow "Just Winging It" presented by Tabasco: River Pork Pilots Friday Night Party: The Boars Nest Louisiana Tourism Fan Favorite: Mr. Pigglesworth Best Booth: House of Hogs Best Social Media: Piglet Fundraising Champion: Fleur de Que Raised Over $100,000 $450k - Fleur de Que $250k - Blue Oak $185k - Boars Nest $160k - Rugaroux Que $125k - March of Pigs $100k - Hogwatch Raised Over $65k Druids Mr. Pig Stuff Raised Over $50k: Swine and Dine River Pork Pilots Mr. Pigglesworth Raised Over $40k DeSwine Intervention Irish Brew BBQ Team Porknoy Raised Over $30k Sir Pork A Lot Pig Latin Hog Dat Nation Captain Porkenheimer Chew Forks Farms Smokeshow Cook Squad The Hogfather Frey Part Deuce Raised Over $20k Porkchopitoulas Smokey Ridge BBQ Piggy Stardust The Pig Easy Hupigs House of Hogs Lard and in Charge PigLit Fire & Spice Swine Krewe Ubons That'll Do Crew Sweet Swine O Mine Aporkalypse Now Swineaux

BUY TICKETS: Click HERE to purchase tickets today Visit our website Final Four: North Carolina FINAL FOUR 2022: KANSAS On Monday, the focus will be on North Carolina’s matchup against Kansas. North Carolina were champions in 2017 and were the runner-up in 2016. TBS announced yesterday that they will be broadcasting the national title game at 9:20 p.m. EST.

Men's Final Four Fan Fest presented by Capital One WHEN: Monday, April 4 WHERE: New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center COST:  12 and under FREE. $8 pre-sale for 13 years and older $10 at the door for 13 years and older EXCLUSIVE: Capital One cardholders, Men's Final Four ticketholders, and kids under 12 are FREE!  WAIVER REQUIRED: Click HERE to fill out your waiver ahead of time. Show your confirmation email at the door for faster entry into Fan Fest.   If the games weren’t exciting enough, the Men's Final Four is bringing a weekend jam-packed with events around New Orleans for residents and visitors of all ages. Sports fans, college students, families, music junkies: there is something for everyone!   Tip-off your weekend with a trip to the Men's Final Four Fan Fest presented by Capital One. As you take your first steps through the doors, you’ll be greeted by a sports wonderland of interactive games, special celebrity and athlete appearances, autograph signings, and much more!   Men's Final Four Fan Fest is so much more than basketball. Knock it out of the park at Home Run Derby, participate in one of the free cheer clinics taking place over the weekend or snap a selfie with the championship trophy!   Didn’t have enough time to see and do everything in one day? Don’t worry, Men's Final Four Fan Fest is open all weekend!

Tickets Visit our website SPECIAL HOURS From March 22 through July 17, the museum will offer extended hours to #ExploreNOMA and Queen Nefertari’s Egypt. Monday, 10 am–6 pm Tuesday, 10 am–9 pm Wednesday, 10 am–6 pm Thursday, 10 am–6 pm Friday, 10 am–6 pm* Saturday, 10 am–5 pm Sunday, 10 am–6 pm *The museum will be open until 10 pm on Fridays, April 1, May 6, June 3, and July 1 during First Fridays at NOMA. TICKETING Due to the momentous nature of this exhibition, there is a special ticket and pricing to see Queen Nefertari’s Egypt at NOMA. Adults | $25 Military | $20 Seniors | $20 University Students | $18 Out-of-State Youth Ages 8–19 | $7

4 10 AM – 6 PM Queen Nefertari’s Egypt New Orleans Museum of Art New Orleans Museum of Art Public  The queen is coming.  "Queen Nefertari's Egypt" is on view March 18–July 17, 2022, at NOMA. Queen Nefertari, the royal wife of Pharaoh Ramesses II (reigned 1279–13 BCE), is linked to some of the most magnificent monuments of ancient Egypt. Appearing in sculpture and images, and identified in inscriptions on buildings associated with Ramesses II, she is also known through a complete temple consecrated to her in Abu Simbel, beside the one dedicated to her husband. Her tomb is the largest and most richly decorated in the Valley of the Queens. It was discovered in the early 20th century by a team of archaeologists led by Ernesto Schiaparelli, then director of the Museo Egizio in Turin. The team’s discoveries and the role of Nefertari and other powerful women in ancient Egypt are brought to life through the 230 exceptional objects in this exhibition, drawn from the collection of the Museo Egizio. These include statues, jewelry, vases, papyrus, steles, wooden coffins, and stone sarcophagi, as well as tools and various items of daily life from the artisan village of Deir-el-Medina, home to those who created the royal tombs. These astonishing treasures showcase the legacy of the royal wives, sisters, daughters, and mothers of pharaohs, and sometimes even pharaohs themselves, as well as the artists who contributed to the creation of these stunning objects. __ Queen Nefertari’s Egypt is organized by the Museo Egizio, Turin, and StArt, in collaboration with the New Orleans Museum of Art. The presentation in New Orleans is made possible by the generous support of the Eugenie and Joseph Jones Family Foundation and the Consulate General of Italy in Houston

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The Victory Belles The Victory Belles are a delightful vocal trio performing the music of the 1940s, serenading audiences at The National WWII Museum and across the globe. Matinee with Buffet service-April 4th & 26th. May 16th. June 8th. July 7th. September 14th Show Only Performances- April 23rd, May 21st, 28th & 30th

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Secret Six Jazz Band Monday, April 4 6:00 PM Ages 21+ Kioko Komaki, June Yamagishi, Donald McGee Trio w/special guests Monday, April 4 9:00 PM Ages 21+ $15.00 Tin Men Wednesday, April 6 6:00 PM Ages 21+ TICKETS Info > Walter 'Wolfman' Washington & The Roadmasters Wednesday, April 6 9:00 PM Ages 21+ $15.00 TICKETS Info > Visit our website 618 Frenchmen St New Orleans

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uLive Music Every Thursday thru Monday Buffa’s is committed to paying our musicians fairly while also protecting our customers during the remainder of the pandemic. In order to do this we are selling full tables intead of individual seats for each show. Doyle Cooper Trio  Buffa's Mon, Apr 4 7:00pm paying our musicians fairly while also protecting our customers during the remainder of the pandemic. In order to do this we are selling full tables intead of individual seats for each show.

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Student Recital Madeline Moore, violin Monday, April 4 7:30 p.m.  Nunemaker Auditorium Senior Recital featuring Madeline Moore, violin. Event is free and open to the public. Loyola Music follows all City of New Orleans COVID guidance regarding indoor music venues.

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4 TODAY AT 8:20 PM 2022 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament Final Four - Finals Caesars Superdome 1500 Sugar Bowl Dr New Orleans, LA 70112

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125 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130-2311, United States 04/04/2022 The Original Tuxedo Jazz Band 04/05/2022 - Paul Longstreth’s Bad Trad Jazz Band 04/06/2022 - Kevin Louis & Friends 04/07/2022 - Jamil Shariff New Orleans Jazz Extravaganza 04/08/2022 - Mahogany Jazz Hall All Stars Band ft. Mike Fulton 04/08/2022 - Smoking Time Jazz Trio 04/09/2022 - Gerald French Trio 04/09/2022 - Mahogany Jazz Hall All Stars Band ft. Kevin Louis 04/10/2022 - Roderick Paulin & Gerald French 04/11/2022 - The Original Tuxedo Jazz Band 04/12/2022 - Joe Lastie’s New Orleans Sound ft. Gregg Stafford 04/13/2022 - Tom Fischer & Friends 04/14/2022 - Jamil Shariff New Orleans Jazz Extravaganza 04/15/2022 - Mahogany Jazz Hall All Stars Band ft. Mike Fulton 04/15/2022 - Smoking Time Jazz Club Trio 04/16/2022 - Gerald French Trio 04/16/2022 - Mahogany Jazz Hall All Stars Band ft. Kevin Louis 04/17/2022 - Gerald French & Roderick Paulin 04/18/2022 - The Original Tuxedo Jazz Band 04/20/2022 - Kevin Louis & Friends 04/21/2022 - Crawfish Wallet Jazz Band 04/21/2022 - Jamil Shariff New Orleans Jazz Extravaganza 04/22/2022 - Mahogany Jazz Hall All Stars Band 04/22/2022 - Smoking Time Jazz Trio 04/23/2022 - Gerald French Trio 04/23/2022 - Mahogany Jazz Hall All Stars Band ft. Kevin Louis 04/24/2022 - Gerald French & Roderick Paulin 04/24/2022 - The Pfister Sisters 04/25/2022 - Crawfish Wallet Jazz Band 04/25/2022 - The Original Tuxedo Jazz Band 04/26/2022 - Joe Lastie’s New Orleans Sound ft. Gregg Stafford 04/27/2022 - Tom Fischer & Friends 04/28/2022 - Jamil Shariff New Orleans Jazz Extravaganza 04/29/2022 - Mahogany Jazz Hall All Stars Band ft. Mike Fulton 04/29/2022 - Smoking Time Jazz Club Trio 04/30/2022 - Gerald French Trio 04/30/2022 - Mahogany Jazz Hall All Stars Band ft. Kevin Louis

For more information, visit library.tulane.edu/tusc-jazzfest, or contact exhibition curator Melissa A. Weber at mweber3@tulane.edu or 504-247-1807. For more information about Tulane University Special Collections, visit library.tulane.edu/tusc or email specialcollections@tulane.edu." Visit our website Open to the public Archiving Jazz Fest: Attendees from around the world have enjoyed the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival for over 50 years. But it's the important work of archiving Jazz Fest that ensure that its history and memories are never forgotten. In this online presentation and conversation with Rachel Lyons, who has done this work for 23 years, learn more about the origins of the festival's official archive, what it takes to archive the multifaceted event, and interesting stories that archival work can reveal. Hosted by Melissa A. Weber, curator of the Hogan Archive of New Orleans Music and New Orleans Jazz, Tulane University Special Collections (TUSC). Open to Newcomb-Tulane College students Celebrate Jazz Fest with NTC and TUSC Monday, April 11, and Tuesday, April 12 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Info TBA Gallery Tour for NTC College Scholars Wednesday, April 13 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. Contact Melissa A. Weber, Curator, Hogan Archive of New Orleans Music and New Orleans Jazz, mweber3@tulane.edu

“Music IS the Scene”: Jazz Fest’s First Decade, 1970-1979  Tulane University Special Collections Gallery Apr 4 - May 27 All day Showcasing archival materials, selected from Tulane University Special Collections holdings, that represent the first 10 years of Jazz Fest Tulane University Special Collections (TUSC) presents “Music IS the Scene”: Jazz Fest’s First Decade, 1970-1979, on display from Friday, March 4, through Friday, May 27, in the TUSC gallery on Tulane University’s uptown campus. The exhibition features archival materials and audio recordings related to the first 10 years of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, also known as Jazz Fest. In addition to the gallery exhibition, visitors can view the materials via Tulane Online Exhibits. The digital exhibit will remain on view past May 27. Gallery hours are Monday – Friday, 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Special evening hours for the exhibition take place on “Moonlight Mondays” from 10:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m. on April 25, and May 23. Special weekend hours are 12:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 12; Sunday, April 3; Saturday, May 21; and Sunday, May 22.

Making Mardi Gras Sponsored by Blaine Kern’s Mardi Gras World and Kern Studios thru–May 8, 2022 Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 520 Royal Street, Tricentennial Wing, 3rd Floor Free ticketed admission GET TICKETS Visit our website About the Exhibition You can feel it coming. A marching band cadence echoes from a mile away. Pounding drums and bright feathers flare from the Mardi Gras Indians just up the block. Months of painstaking glittering, marching, beadwork, and brushstrokes have led up to this moment, and you are ready to burst into the street. It’s Mardi Gras in New Orleans. On January 6, 2022, The Historic New Orleans Collection’s Making Mardi Gras exhibition rambles its way into the museum's French Quarter galleries. This showstopping display invites visitors into the sprawling dens, late-night sewing sessions, and sweaty dance rehearsals where “The Greatest Free Show on Earth” is created and re-created each year among the city’s diverse communities. Explore the vibrant expression that only Carnival season can muster, as we meet up with 19th-century float artists, dawn-breaking skeleton gangs, and homebound house-float creators—stopping to admire costumes, royalty, and hand-painted coconuts. This is the Mardi Gras that happens before we're watching, the Carnival that will wind through the city on Fat Tuesday, far from the intemperate Bourbon Street scene. Catch it before it passes. This exhibition is generously sponsored by Blaine Kern’s Mardi Gras World and Kern Studios.

NATIONAL CHICKEN CORDON BLEU DAY Each year on April 4th, National Chicken Cordon Bleu Day celebrates a blue ribbon dish that combines chicken, ham, and cheese. The French term Cordon Bleu translates to “Blue Ribbon.” This dish is a take on the popular Veal Cordon Bleu. It is a flattened chicken breast that is wrapped around ham (or sometimes prosciutto or Canadian bacon) and cheese such as Swiss or Gruyere. Toothpicks hold the chicken together before being dipped in an egg wash and breaded. The earliest recipe we were able to find was in a March 1964 printing of the Cincinnati Enquirer by the Cincinnati Gourmet Stanley Demos. Despite some misconceptions, it is an American dish. Demos mentions in his column that he got the idea to try chicken instead of veal “to be different.” It has been a popular dish since.

NATIONAL VITAMIN C DAY National Vitamin C Day on April 4th each year shares all the ways vitamin C nurtures and benefits our health, inside and out! While Vitamin C is widely recognized for warding off colds, the vitamin is also clinically proven to be a powerhouse in other areas of health, too. For example, Vitamin C may reduce blood pressure and potentially lower the risk of heart disease. Those at risk of gout can lower that risk by increasing their intake of Vitamin C. Topically, Vitamin C keeps skin healthy by protecting it from oxidative damage caused by daily exposure to light, heat, and pollution. The popularity of topical vitamin C products has risen dramatically. With the right product, adding Vitamin C to your beauty regimen can brighten your skin, reduce inflammation, and promote healthy collagen production. Vitamin C brightens just about any health routine.

On Deck for April 4, 2022 National Days Jeep 4×4 Day  National Chicken Cordon Bleu Day National Hug a Newsperson Day National School Librarian Day National Vitamin C Day National Walk Around Things Day On Deck for April 5, 2022 National Days First Contact Day Gold Star Spouses Day National Caramel Day National Deep Dish Pizza Day National Flash Drive Day National Go for Broke Day National Nebraska Day National Raisin and Spice Bar Day National Read a Road Map Day  SAAM Day of Action – First Tuesday in April  National Library Workers Day – Tuesday of National Library Week National Employee Benefits Day – Changes Annually (April 5, 2022)

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Jerrytt Mon updated the group cover photo in New Orleans' Classic Memories: 1718 -1964. Introducing Reuter's Seed Co. as seen here at 320 N. Carrollton and Bienville ca. June 1926. It had its seed store (being THE seed store of the south before that at 269 Old Levee, (1035 Decatur St). It was known for a wide variety of sees for the garden as well as countless catalogs over its duration in New Orleans. This landmark had its last days in July 11, 1984 (dissolution).

John GreyOld Metairie Memories From April 1925, New Orleans States. Beverly Gardens.

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Derby Gisclair In a previous Steamboat post, I spoke about the contributions of Captain Henry M. Shreve to the American victory at the Battle of New Orleans. But his reputation only grew with the launching of his next vessel, the Washington, which arrived in New Orleans from the Pittsburgh shipyard on the Monongahela River on October 7, 1816. Shreve’s design was ideally suited for the shallow draft rivers of Louisiana and Mississippi and soon became the template for those who followed – a two-story deck, a stern-mounted paddle wheel powered by high pressure steam engines, a shallow, flat-bottomed hull, and a pilot house atop of it all. This was a significant departure from the original design introduced by Fulton- Livingston. The Louisiana Gazette, of Tuesday, May 6, 1817, said: "The steamboat Washington, commanded by the indefatigable Captain H. M. Shreve, arrived at the levee last Saturday night, only seven days from the Falls of the Ohio, but six of which she was under way. The Washington made the trip up in twenty-four days, so that in going and coming we was thirty-one days in running 3,000 miles. We have been favored with a Louisville paper of the 26th ult., received by the Washington.” This first steamboat accident in the West produced a great excitement among the inhabitants of that region and occasioned for some time a strong prejudice against steamboat travel, the people being oblivious of the fact, that when the water conveyance was confined to barges and keel-boats, there was more real danger and more actual loss of life than may be classed among the incidents of steamboat navigation. Shreve’s design innovation continued. In 1834 he built a snag boat that was capable of clearing the great raft on the Red River which ended in the naming of the city of Shreveport in his honor. The last recorded log entry for the Washington came in 1824, but I have found no record of her sinking or exploding.

Defining Moments: Relationships, Rebellion and Redemption is in New Orleans, Louisiana. There once was a priestess Born a long time ago... A famous voodoo queen... Named Marie Catherine Laveau... She was born in the French Quarter Back in 1801... And within a matter of years Her powerful work had begun... She was born a wealthy creole A person of color who was free... Her father was a noble, gentle man Her mother was pretty, part Cherokee... Marie married in the St Louis Cathedral To a man named Jacque Paris... She quickly had a daughter And then the newlyweds were three... Jacque was a good carpenter Building tables, chairs and more... He truly loved his beautiful Marie And soon there were four... Shortly thereafter the last birth Her beloved Jacque was to die... That left young Marie and her babies On their own journey to get by... So she opened a beauty salon Making house calls to the rich... She learned all their secrets Promising to never ever snitch... But soon she discovered their secrets Could be kept for a hefty price... She would create secret potions From ancient recipes with much spice... She learned early on To use her powers with refrain... As her ability to cast spells Should never be used in vain... She practiced her voodoo While employed as a midwife... It was her ability to cast spells That caused bad people much strife... But then in June of 1881 Her life finally came to an end... She was surround by her family And Glapion, her lifelong boyfriend... Marie Laveau and her history Have been surrounded by legend and lore... But as of that one fateful evening Her voodoo would be practiced never more... The rumor has Marie buried in a tomb Located in St Louis #1 cemetery... But we will truly never know As Marie’s spirit will remain legendary...

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Fit for a King: The Rex Archives at THNOC January 15–May 8, 2022 Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres Street, 2nd Floor Admission is free. About the Exhibition Since 1872, revelers on Mardi Gras Day have danced to the tune “If Ever I Cease to Love” and waved to the self-proclaimed “King of Carnival” as the Rex parade wound its way through the city of New Orleans. To mark the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Rex, The Historic New Orleans Collection unveils Fit for a King, an exhibition showcasing jewels, favors, doubloons, float designs, and more from THNOC’s Rex-related holdings, which number in the thousands. Presented in conjunction with the large-scale Making Mardi Gras exhibition at 520 Royal Street, Fit for a King is part of THNOC’s spring exploration of the creativity that Carnival season conjures.

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"Rex: The 150th Anniversary of the School of Design"  The Presbytère Feb 2 - Dec 11 All day Louisiana State Museum exhibition of artifacts, focusing on the costumes of the krewe’s royals, with newly discovered treasures recently acquired from European collections. The Louisiana State Museum is preparing a major exhibition to open in the Presbytère Museum on February 1, 2022, commemorating the milestone 150th anniversary of the Rex Organization, the foremost New Orleans Mardi Gras krewe. Since its founding in 1872, Rex has taken on an unparalleled leadership role in Carnival, setting the standard of excellence for the dozens of krewes formed since and even inspiring the formation of similar civic organizations in other states. The Rex parade was the first daytime parade in modern Carnival, and the man selected as the monarch of the organization, known also by its incorporated name, the School of Design, serves as the King of all New Orleans Carnival. The exhibition will tell the story of Rex using the Louisiana State Museum’s unrivaled collection of artifacts, heavily focusing on the sophisticated costumes of the krewe’s kings, queens, and courtiers. The Museum has always prioritized preserving the artifacts of Rex and made a concerted effort beginning in the 1920s to gather costumes directly from krewe members. This collection now totals over 60 royalty and krewe costumes and gowns as well as dozens of sets of rare crown jewels. The exhibition will also feature newly discovered treasures from the krewe’s past, recently acquired from European collections, along with rarely seen artifacts borrowed from private and institutional collections. The exhibition will also discuss the vital civic function that the krewe has always performed since it was founded in part to boost economic development in the city during the tumultuous years of Reconstruction following the Civil War. After Hurricane Katrina devastated New Orleans in 2005, Rex assumed a crucial philanthropic mission through its Pro Bono Publico Foundation, to date funneling over $10 million to the New Orleans Public School system through the contributions of the krewe’s members. Numerous kings and queens of the krewe have been honored by municipal and humanitarian organizations for their broad-ranging support of essential community causes. An exciting feature of the exhibition will be a float built inside the Museum by the krewe’s float builder, Royal Artists, demonstrating the techniques and materials used to construct the elaborate historically-inspired floats for Rex. Rare vintage films of Rex parades of decades ago will bring the spectacle to life, and lively time-lapse video showing the float-building process will shine a spotlight on the creativity and skill that go into crafting these rolling tableaux. A host of complementary educational programs and lectures are being planned, including hands-on activity days for families as well as sensory-friendly programs for individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities.

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Chickie Wah Wah 7:00 PM-9:00 PM 5 Boogie Man Smash w/ Bob Hudak & Johnny Leitera/Tuff Sunshine – $10 6 Cast Iron Cactus – $10 7 Phil Degruy – $10 8 Guitar Masters – $10 Woodenhead – free show 9 Layla Musselwhite & Johnny Sansone – $15 12 Beth Paxton – $10 13 Concrete Confetti – $10 14 Ted Hefko – $10 15 Paul Sanchez – $15 16 Lynn Drury – $15 20 Ted Pruitt & Hunter Hicks – $10 21 Gregg Hill – $10 22 Lulu and the Broadsides – $25 Lulu and the Broadsides – $25 8:00 PM-10:00 PM 04/22/2022 Lulu and the Broadsides – $25 23 The Iguanas – $20 24 Sad Band – $15 25 Charlie Dennard – $10 26 Brad Walker Quartet – $20 27 Greazy Alice – $10 28 Grayson Capps Band – $25 29 SCRB   Susan Cowsill & Russ Broussard – $25 30 Papa Mali & Friends ft. Will Bernard & Robert Walter – $25 adv. $30 door Chickie Wah Wah 2828 Canal St.,  New Orleans LA 70119

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5 5 PM – 1 AM Taco Tuesday/Service Industry Night Carnaval Lounge 2227 St. Claude Ave. New Orleans, LA 70117 Carnaval Lounge Duration: 8 hr Public  It's Taco Tuesday and Service Industry Night every Tuesday at Carnaval! The stage is dark, but the bar and kitchen are open and offering great deals on food and drinks -- 4 Birria tacos for the price or 3 and $1 Natty Light/$5 House Margaritas with a food purchase. 5pm - late

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Phil Melancon 4-5-22 Chop House   322 Magazine Tuesdays 6-9 pm ——————————4-8-22 Superior Seafood    Napoleon at St. Charles Fridays 5-7 pm ——————————4-9-22 Prytania at Canal Place Foot of Canal Street Saturdays: 5-7 pm

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4-5-22 Today at 2pm Cooped Up and Cooking For a treat that’s as easy and fun to make as it is to eat, be sure to check out the latest episode of Cooped Up and Cooking with Chef Nino! Join the chef on Tuesday, March 29, at 3pm EST, to see how he makes bite-sized Chocolate Almond Butter Snacks. Recipe ingredients list is as follows: 1 cup oatmeal, ½ cup almond butter 1 cup coconut flakes, ⅓ cup honey, ½ cup ground flax seed, ½ cup finely chopped 70% cacao chocolate bar, 1 teaspoon vanilla. Interested in this event? Just click the “Interested” button below and you’ll be notified before Chef Nino begins.

6 2 PM – 7 PM Lafreniere Park Farmers Arts Market 3000 Downs Blvd, Metairie, LA 70003-3957, United States

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6 7:30 PM CDT – 10 PM CDT Funkin' It Up with Big Sam !! $25   · The Jazz Playhouse 300 Bourbon St New Orleans, LA 70130 Royal Sonesta Hotel New Orleans The Jazz Playhouse Tickets · $25 via Eventbrite

Loyola University to Produce the New Orleans Premiere of Head Over Heels, Its First Musical in Two Years!! "Head Over Heels" incorporates the songs of the cultural phenomenon and revolutionary girl group The Go-Go's into an empowering tribute to life's fluid journey of love and self-discovery.

April 6, 2022 - 7:30pm to Saturday, April 9, 2022 - 7:30pm When:  Wednesday, April 6, 2022 - 7:30pm Thursday, April 7, 2022 - 7:30pm Friday, April 8, 2022 - 7:30pm Saturday, April 9, 2022 - 7:30pm GET TICKETS HERE Visit our website Playwright:  Conceived by & original book by Jeff Whitty; adapted by James Magruder Director:  Hardy Weaver Location:  Marquette Theatre A jukebox musical featuring the songs of The Go-Go’s and based on Philip Sidney’s The Countess of Pembroke’s Arcadia, Head Over Heels is the story of what happens when the royal court is threatened with its loss of its “Beat,” the divine power that ensures the kingdoms prosperity. Directed by Hardy Weaver. Loyola Music follows all City of New Orleans COVID guidance regarding indoor music venues.

New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle, City Park, New Orleans, LA 70179 4-6-22

*Wednesdays are free for all Louisiana residents, courtesy of The Helis Foundation MUSEUM 10 am–5 pm, Tuesday–Sunday* BESTHOFF SCULPTURE GARDEN 10 am–6 pm, Seven Days a Week CAFE NOMA 10 am–4 pm, Tuesday–Sunday, and Private Events

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2022 YLC Wednesday at the Square Lineup: April 6: Lost Bayou Ramblers with Daria and the Hipdrops April 13: Partners-n-Crime and the Big Easy Bounce Band with Robin Barnes April 20: Flow Tribe with N.O.B.A.B.E. April 27: Tab Benoit with the New Orleans Johnnys May 4: Shamarr Allen with Margie Perez May 11: Andrew Duhon with Alexis and the Samurai May 18: Big Sam’s Funky Nation with Erica Falls This year, Virgin Hotels New Orleans will host the official after-party for Wednesday at the Square.

After a two-year hiatus, the free concert series Wednesday at the Square returns in spring 2022, The 10-week, free concert series returns for its 15th year. The concerts will take place every Wednesday from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. from March 16 through May 18 in downtown New Orleans at Lafayette Square (between Camp Street and St. Charles Avenue, directly across from Gallier Hall).

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Palm Court Jazz Cafe  With Traditional Jazz Lineup The Palm Court Cafe, located at 1204 Decatur Street, The Palm Court will be open Wednesday through Sunday from 7 to 11 p.m.. Performances take place from 7:30 to 10:30PM APRIL 06 Lars Edegran & Palm Court Jazz Band  07 Duke Heiter & Tim Laughlin w/Crescent City Joymakers 08 Topsy Chapman & Kevin Louis w/Palm Court Jazz Band 09 Will Smith w/Palm Court Jazz Band 10 Mark Braud w/Sunday Night Swingsters 11 CLOSED 12 CLOSED 13 Lars Edegran & Palm Court Jazz Band 14 Duke Heiter & Tom Sancton w/Crescent City Joymakers 15 Topsy Chapman &Kevin Louis w/Palm Court Jazz Band 16 Will Smith w/Palm Court Jazz Band 17 Mark Braud w/Sunday Night Swingsters 18 CLOSED 19 CLOSED 20 New Orleans Ragtime Orchestra 21 Duke Heiter & Tim Laughlin w/Crescent City Joymakers 22 Topsy Chapman & Kevin Louis w/Palm Court Jazz Band 23 Will Smith w/Palm Court Jazz Band 24 Mark Braud w/Sunday Night Swingsters 25 CLOSED 26 CLOSED 27 Lars Edegran & Palm Court Jazz Band 28 Crescent City Joymakers 29 Topsy Chapman & Kevin Louis w/Palm Court Jazz Band 30 Will Smith w/Palm Court Jazz Band For more information, visit the website for the Palm Court Cafe. For reservations, call (504) 525-0200. In compliance with COVID-19 safety mandates, all patrons must show proof of vaccination or a negative test from within 72 hours.

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All attendees must pre-register by Thursday, March 31 (no registration at the door). General admission is $50 per seminar or $90 for both seminars. UNO faculty, staff and students can attend for free. Attendee check-in and networking begin at 8:30 a.m. The seminar has been approved for four hours of continuing education credit by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission. To register or for more details, visit  Visit our website

UNO Economic Outlook & Real Estate Seminar to return in April By: CityBusiness staff A longtime seminar that looks at the New Orleans region’s economy and real estate market is returning after a two-year hiatus. The 31st annual Dr. Ivan Miestchovich Economic Outlook & Real Estate Forecast Seminar is scheduled April 7 at the University of New Orleans. The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Sen. Ted Hickey Ballroom on the second floor of UNO’s University Center. Speakers will discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic and hurricanes over the past two years have affected the local economy, as well as the state of the residential and commercial real estate markets and the future of those, a news release said. Regional economy speakers include Louis David, vice president of the New Orleans Business Alliance; Michael Sawaya, president of the Ernest N. Moral Convention Center; and Jason Waggenspack, CEO of The Ranch Film Studios. Gigi Burk, broker/owner of Burk Brokerage Real Estate, will discuss the residential housing market. Charles Fontenelle, president of Fontenelle & Goodreau Insurance LLC, will discuss how changes in the insurance market will impact real estate sales, leasing and development. Discussions on the commercial market will be led by Daniel Marse of Latter & Blum, Patrick Beard of the Port of New Orleans and Kirsten Early of SRSA Commercial Real Estate. Attendees must pre-register by March 31. There is no registration at the door. General admission is $50 per seminar or $90 for both seminars. To learn more, click here. Visit our website

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The City of New Orleans Satellite Office Hours offered through the Office of Business and External Services Satellite services will occur every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the East New Orleans Regional Library (5641 Read Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70127).   "Mayor Cantrell has always focused on meeting people where they are. The Office of Business and External Services continues to pursue numerous avenues, including satellite services within our library system and making investments in the City’s digital front door to provide accessible, transparent and accountable City services to all residents and businesses," said Peter Bowen, Deputy CAO, Office of Business and External Services. "As the City continues its post-storm recovery, we are excited to restart the offering of these services in partnership with the East New Orleans Regional Library as we continue the planning phases of future offices as well."   Residents are encouraged to visit the library for staff assistance from the following Office of Business and External Services agencies: The City Planning Commission is onsite to answer any general zoning questions and to drop off applications for review. The Department of Safety and Permits is assisting customers with permit application questions and applying for permits online. The Office of Workforce Development/JOB1 is disseminating general information on their services. The Office of Economic Development will have a staff person onsite to assist with questions related to business with the City of New Orleans and pointing constituents to the proper City departments for any other needs. The Department of Code Enforcement is intaking new violation complaints and giving status updates on existing cases. For more information, please contact (504) 658-7100

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ST. ANNA’S DOWN IN TREME MUSIC SERIES  THURSDAY , 7 P.M. Visit our website   Down in Treme is a monthly Thursday concert series featuring live music and drinks at the historic St. Anna’s Episcopal Church, 1313 Esplanade Ave. The 7 p.m. concert series aims to support Treme as a cultural hub for music and musicians. Money raised benefits music and cultural programs hosted by the church’s community program, Anna’s Place NOLA.   Down in Treme is sponsored by The New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Foundation, the City Council of New Orleans, Treme Artist Collective, and Harrah’s.    Other upcoming Thursday, 7 p.m. concerts for 2022 are:  April 7        Jackson Square All-Stars April 28       Gina Forsyth May 5                 YAT Quartet and Anna’s Place Children’s Choir May 12               YAT Quartet and Jesse Reeks May 19               YAT Quartet and Andre Bohren May 26               YAT Quartet and Darryl Durham

Lower Depths Theatre- Loyola University 6363 St. Charles Avenue New Orleans, LA 70118 Visit our website The Lower Depths Theater The Lower Depths Theater is a flexible black-box theater seating approximately 70-85 individuals. This particular theater is adaptable to a variety of dramatic forms due to its size and versatility. 1st floor Music/Communications Building Is it you? Is it me? Come to the Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans’s grand re-opening to find out For Whom the Southern Belle Tolls! Get ready for a night of Tennessee Williams spoofs that range from wacky to noir, showcasing the flagship playwright’s most iconic characters and plots in a completely different style.   First, meet Blanche—a down-on-her-luck aging schoolteacher shacked up with her sister’s husband and simply possessed by lust and desperation in Desire, Desire, Desire by Christopher Durang. A parade of characters includes Big Daddy, a set of Maggies, Stanley, and more in this hilarious take on A Streetcar Named Desire, Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, and The Iceman Cometh.   Next, it’s over to the parlor of Amanda Wingvalley in the titular comedy For Whom the Southern Belle Tolls by Christopher Durang. Amanda’s son Lawrence has trouble meeting girls, so when his brother Tom brings home a feminine caller, the stakes are high…and the camp is higher.   Finally, sink your teeth into something spooky and mysterious with Swamp Gothic by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, a loving send up of Suddenly Last Summer and Swamp Thing comics! Matthew has arrived at Black Water, a creepy old family home belonging to his roommate, but what he finds is more than he—or frankly, any of us—bargained for.   A versatile cast full of doubling and even tripling rolle will have you doubled over and in rolling in stitches as TWTC premieres its first night of live theatre since 2019!

April 7 7:30pm April 7, 8, 9 Blanche DuBois’ overtures to a paper boy don’t get very far, but it’s a tipoff to what’s caused her indefinite visit to sister Stella and Stanley Kowalski’s New Orleans apartment in “A Streetcar Named Desire.” In “Desire, Desire, Desire,” Christopher Durang’s parody of Tennessee Williams’ classic, Blanche is similarly direct with a young census taker who comes knocking. She even spells it out for Stanley, who’s been chugging beer and shouting for Stella to come home. “Yes, a woman can notice a young man’s figure sometimes,” Blanche says. “When she’s feeling desperate and wanting to escape from her dreadful life by indulging in a few moments, or a few hours, of … desire.” The comedy features a couple of Williams’ most sexually frustrated characters and the difficult men they encounter on stage. It puts some of Williams’ poetic writing in a different light, and many characters are much more blunt about what they really want, especially Blanche and Maggie from “Cat on a Hot Tin Roof.” “Desire, Desire, Desire” is one of three parodies that open the Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans’ 2022 season. The trio also includes Durang’s “For Whom the Southern Belle Tolls” and Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa’s “Swamp Gothic.” The show opens in conjunction with the Tennessee Williams & New Orleans Literary Festival this week and runs March 28 through April 9 at Loyola University of New Orleans’ Lower Depths Theatre.

Tickets Visit our website March 10pm Discount Ticket Shows In December 2021, Snug Harbor launched a new Discount Ticket Program for 10pm Shows on Thursdays and Sundays, in order to make many of our world class intimate live concerts more accessible to guests who might be on a budget. This month's featured 10pm Discount Ticket Shows are: Thursday, March 31st @ 10pm - Jorge Luis Pacheco ($25)

(504) 949-0696 626 Frenchmen Street New Orleans, La 70116 SNUG HARBOR Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, & Sundays Shows at 8 & 10pm Tickets for all shows are available and easy online www.SnugJazz.com in order to guarantee your seat, and walk-up tickets are only available while they last.  7 CHARMAINE NEVILLE BAND 8 HERLIN RILEY QUARTET 9 LYNNE ARRIALE 10 JASEN WEAVER QUINTET 14 JON COWHERD: MERCY PROJECT 15 JASON MARSALIS & THE 21st CENTURY TRAD BAND 16 ASTRAL PROJECT 17 JAMES SINGLETON QUARTET 21 SÉLÈNE SAINT-AIMÉ (FRENCH QUARTER FEST) 22 EVAN CHRISTOPHER'S CLARINET ROAD (FRENCH QUARTER FEST) 23 DR. MICHAEL WHITE & THE ORIGINAL LIBERTY JAZZ BAND (FRENCH QUARTER FEST) 24 TUBA SKINNY (FRENCH QUARTER FEST) 29 JAZZ FEST: JASON MARSALIS: TRIBUTE TO ELLIS MARSALIS 30 JAZZ FEST: MAHMOUD CH Snug Harbor Announces 2022 Spring Festival Line-Ups After a two year hiatus due to the 2020-2021 pandemic, Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro returns to host its annual French Quarter Festival and Jazz Fest programming as it approaches its 40th year. Between April 21st - May 8th, the global destination venue for both traditional and modern jazz and blues will feature more than a dozen of its longtime New Orleans resident artists, plus two rising young outfits more recently arrived in the Crescent City and two visiting musicians - one longtime favorite and one bright new voice you don't want to miss. FULL APRIL CONCERT SCHEDULE BELOW BELOWW Sélène Saint-Aimé New Orleans Debut French Quarter Fest After-Show Thursday, April 21st Evan Christopher's Clarinet Road First Return to Snug Harbor in 2 Years! French Quarter Fest After-Show  Friday, April 22nd Jason Marsalis presents Tribute to Ellis Marsalis Jr. Jazz Fest 2022 Special Edition Friday, April 29th New World Ensemble International Jazz Day Concert Saturday, April 30th Donald Harrison Jr. Quartet 2022 NEA Jazz Master Jazz Fest 2022 Sunday, May 1st Piano Summit Snug's Annual Jazz Fest Piano Summit is Back! featuring Marcia Ball, Joe Krown, Tom McDermott Jazz Fest 2022 Click for Full Bio Wednesday, May 4th 8pm Tickets Here 10pm Tickets Here Herlin Riley & Friends featuring Emmet Cohen Jazz Fest 2022 Special Edition with Surprise Guests   Thursday, May 5th 9pm Tickets Here 11pm Tickets Here The First Lady of New Orleans Jazz celebrates 90 Years of Song Germaine Bazzle with the Lawrence Sieberth Quartet featuring Derek Douget Jazz Fest 2022 Special Edition   Friday, May 6th 9pm Tickets Here 11pm Tickets Here Davell Crawford First New Orleans Show in 2 Years! Jazz Fest 2022   Saturday, May 7th 9pm Tickets Here 11pm Tickets Here Delfeayo Marsalis Sextet Jazz Fest 2022 Special Edition with Surprise Guests   Sunday, May 8th SNUG HARBOR JAZZ BISTRO 626 Frenchmen St.  New Orleans, LA 70116 504-949-0696 to purchase tickets   ADMISSION: GENERAL $25.00 - $40.00

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7 6 PM CDT – 9 PM CDT SoBou Courtyard Fest-SoBou Sounds 310 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130-2217, United States Event by W New Orleans - French Quarter 310 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130-2217, United States Public    SoBou Sounds series is part of the W French Quarter's newest event, SoBou Courtyard Fest. Featuring Dr. Sick and The Late Greats When: Every Thursday from 6PM-9PM Where: SoBou Courtyard at W French Quarter How: Reservations through OpenTable

FREE Admission to the Ogden Museum of Art for La. Residents April 7, 2022 10:00 am   Ogden Museum of Southern Art 925 Camp St. New Orleans LA 70130 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. Masks required. Ogden Museum will provide face coverings to those who don’t have their own. Purchase tickets in advance.  Who All ages Cost Free for La. Residents How RESERVE TIMED TICKETS HERE Visit our website

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6 PM CDT – 8 PM CDT Free Thursday Wine Tasting Brady's Wine Warehouse Brady's Wine Warehouse Public  Join us every Thursday, starting at 6pm, for a free wine tasting! Join us every Thursday, starting at 6pm, for a free wine tasting! These events will end when supply runs out, so be sure to get here early to ensure a great tasting experience

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Giant Puppet Festival Returns With Performances And Nighttime Parade The eighth annual New Orleans Giant Puppet Fest returns for a five-day celebration of the ancient, innovative, and wildly varying art form of puppetry from April 7 to 11. The Giant Puppet Festival will host local, national, and international artists with kid-friendly and adult-only performances from daytime through late night across multiple venues. The 2022 venues include The Mudlark Public Theatre at 1200 Port Street, Happyland Theater at 3126 Burgundy Street, The Twilight Theatre at Allways at 2240 St. Claude Avenue, and the newly remodeled Art Space at 2120 Port Street. Puppetry artists include Night Shade from Portland, Oregon; ToyBox Theater from Asheville, North Carolina; Rasputin’s Marionettes from Los Angeles; Enormous Face from New York City; Cookie Tongue from Brooklyn, New York; Nate Puppets from Cleveland, Ohio; and H. Gene Thompson from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Local favorites include The Mudlark Puppeteers, Harry Mayronne, Flutterbug and Scribbles, Poose The Puppet and Poncili Creacion, originally from Puerto Rico. Weekend nights feature Puppet Slams hosted by ToyBox, America’s Favorite Cartoon Witch, returning to The Mudlark Public Theatre. Weekend days will include two puppetry workshops, Object Narrative and Flashlight & Shadows, hosted by Abandoned Ships, and a roundtable discussion titled “What Isn’t a Puppet?’ along with a brunch hosted by Enormous Face. A Giant Puppet Parade will he held on Saturday, April 9, lining up at The Mudlark Theatre. The festival website includes the full schedule, pre-sale and festival package ticket links. Advance tickets may be purchased or cash only at the door of each venue at a rate of $10 to $20 sliding scale at the door for adults and $5 to $10 suggested for children under 12. An all-access pass may be purchased for $100

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Jefferson Chamber of Commerce Black & Gold Gala Name: Black & Gold Gala Date: April 8, 2022 Time: 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM CDT Website: Black & Gold Gala Register Now Visit our website C E L E B R A T E T H E  R E G I O N  AT THIS LANDMARK EVENT.   We are back! After two years of virtual, hybrid, and modified events, we are returning to the home of the New Orleans Saints for the Chamber’s Signature Black & Gold Gala. Join us as we make up for lost time with an unapologetically extravagant evening of delicious food, festive drinks, live music, and exceptional people. THIS is our biggest event of the year and it's a night not to miss!    ATTIRE is Formal, Black Tie Optional. It’s been too long - showcase your favorite & most festive. The official colors of this event are Black & Gold, but attire need not follow suit.  Note: We are transforming the turf for a captivating event experience. Non-stiletto style shoes are recommended.   TICKETS to this event include open bar, heavy hors d'oeuvres, live entertainment by The Mixed Nuts, casino games, and photo ops with the Lombardi trophy. A curated selection of local gifts, certificates, and experiences will be auctioned during the event as well as domestic and international travel opportunities. Games, presentations, and more will be showcased throughout the evening.  Note: This event is open to the public. Guests must be 21+ to attend. Additional tickets will be available for purchase at the event entrance at 7 p.m. on 4/8/22.

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Friday, April 8, New Orleanians will have more than 25 more choices for Fish Fry Fridays The Fish Fry Fridays campaign, which began in 2020, will serve as a fundraising event to benefit Hospitality Cares a partnership between Louisiana Hospitality Foundation and United Way of Southeast Louisiana (UWSELA). Participating restaurants will donate $1 per fish fry entrée sold each week through April 15.     “We are so excited to be able to bring this fundraiser back for a third year,” said Jennifer Kelley, Louisiana Hospitality Foundation Executive Director. “This community is there for each other through more ways than just financial support—it’s the comradery and friendships that sustain us through hard times, but this event has been a winner all around. I’d like to thank our sponsors, restaurants owners and chefs, and our patrons for coming together for our community.” Hospitality Cares is a crisis grant program offering varying resources, including emergency financial assistance to individuals working in the hospitality industry – one of the region’s largest employment sectors. The emergency grants award up to $2,500 to eligible employees at hospitality businesses running active United Way workplace campaigns in Jefferson, Orleans, Plaquemines, St. Bernard, St. Tammany, Tangipahoa and Washington parishes. The funds provide temporary assistance during times of crisis to cover basic financial needs, including housing, medical and utility bills. The Fish Fry Fridays campaign was initially launched during Lent 2020 to help hospitality workers who were laid off during the pandemic. It raised over $12,000 from restaurant sales and a sponsorship from TABASCO®, who also sponsored the campaign in 2021 and will again sponsor it in 2022. They are joined by New Orleans Fish House who will offer discounts to participating restaurants for their seafood features. “This campaign has not only benefited the seafood industry, but it is giving an economic boost to our restaurant industry and provides New Orleanians with a sense of normalcy,” said Phil DeGruy, New Orleans Fish House sales manager. “We are proud to be a part of helping to strengthen the hospitality industry.” 2022 RESTAURANT PARTICIPANTS (as of 3.2): Annunciation Avenue Pub Bienvenue on Hickory Boulevard American Bistro - Elmwood & Metairie Bourbon House Briquette Broussard’s Restaurant & Courtyard Brown Butter Cafe Reconcile Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop Chemin à la Mer The Commissary by Dickie Brennan & Co. Copeland’s of New Orleans - all Louisiana locations Fat Boys Pizza Francesca Deli by Katie’s Galatoire’s Restaurant Gattuso’s Neighborhood Restaurant, Bar & Catering The Grill Room at Windsor Court Katie’s Restaurant Larder Gourmet Market + Eatery Luke Ma Momma’s House at Pythian Market Mahony’s Po-boys & Seafood - French Quarter & Magazine St. Middendorf’s Restaurant - Manchac & Slidell Mister Mao Peche Seafood Grill Pyre BBQ Pyre Provisions Ralph’s on the Park Red Fish Grill Tommy’s Cuisine Vyoone's

Fish fry Fridays are back: Where to find church fish fry events for Lent in the New Orleans area Jefferson EAST BANK DIVINE MERCY, 4337 Sal Lentini Parkway, Kenner. All Fridays of Lent except Good Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Drive-thru only., April 8 menu: fried fish, fries, corn on the cob, roll, $12. March 11 menu: choice of fried fish or fried shrimp, $10.  OUR LADY OF DIVINE PROVIDENCE, 1000 N. Starrett Road, Metairie (corner West Metairie Avenue). Drive-thru only April 8 from 4 p.m. until. All platters include corn, potatoes. Fried fish or crawfish pie platter ($9); crawfish pies ($4); shrimp étouffée with rice ($6 pint); bread pudding ($3 slice).  ST. AGNES, 3310 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson. April 8 at 5 p.m. Fried fish, fried shrimp, French fries, coleslaw, tea/water. There will be a family bingo at the last fish fry on April 8. Desserts will be sold.  ST. ANGELA MERICI, 901 Beverly Garden Drive, Metairie, Msgr. Kern Center. April 8, 5-8 p.m. Inside menu: Fried fish, fries, coleslaw, $12 ($10 kids); grilled fish plate with peas, coleslaw, $14; fried shrimp plate with fries, coleslaw, $14; shrimp/corn soup, $5; cheese pizza, $3. Drive-thru menu: fried fish plates, $12 ($10 child). ST. ANN, 4921 Meadowdale St., Metairie. April 8, 6 p.m. Drive-thru at cafeteria door. Fried fish plate, fried shrimp or combo plate. Price TBD. ST. BENILDE, 1901 Division St., Metairie. April 8, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. (dine in only); March 25, 5:30-8 p.m. (drive-thru only). Presold tickets — call (504) 834-4980 — may pick up or dine in beginning at 5 p.m.  ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA, 105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie, cafeteria. April 8, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., pick up or dine in. Fried fish, shrimp and soft-shell crabs, shrimp gumbo and shrimp remoulade salad. Desserts sold. ST. CHRISTOPHER THE MARTYR, 3900 Derbigny St., Metairie. Drive-thru only. April 8, 6 p.m. Fried fish or shrimp, $12; combo, $13; plates come with corn, Cajun potatoes, coleslaw. March 11 and April 1: Fried fish or shrimp, $12; combo, $13; plates come with French fries, salad.  ST. ANTHONY/ST. PIUS X, 2685 Jean Lafitte Blvd., Lafitte. Fridays during Lent except Good Friday. Fried shrimp, fried catfish or combo plates with fries.  ST. BONAVENTURE, 329 S. Jamie Blvd., Avondale. Fridays during Lent except Good Friday, 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Shrimp, fish, oyster plates and shrimp okra gumbo. Market price.  ST. CLETUS, 3600 Claire Ave., Gretna. Fridays during Lent (except Good Friday) Fish, shrimp or oyster plates and po-boys. Desserts and drinks available for purchase. (504) 367-7951.  ST. JOACHIM, 5505 Barataria Blvd., Marrero. Drive-thru Fridays in Lent except Good Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Three pieces of fried catfish, French fries, coleslaw and dessert, $9.  ST. JOHN BOSCO, 2114 Oakmere Dr., Harvey. Fridays in Lent except Good Friday. Fish, coleslaw, roll fries; drinks and desserts sold separately. $12.   ST. JOSEPH, 610 Sixth St., Gretna. Dine-in or take out from gym, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Desserts and drinks sold separately. $10. April 1: Fried catfish, baked macaroni, bread, coleslaw or white beans and rice, shrimp, coleslaw, $10. April 8: Fried catfish, baked macaroni, bread, coleslaw or shrimp stew with rice, coleslaw, $10.  ST. ROSALIE, 600 Second Ave., Harvey. Drive-thru. Fridays in Lent except Good Friday, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Fried fish, fries, coleslaw, hushpuppies, $10; fried fish/shrimp combo plate, $11; fried shrimp plate, $12. VISITATION OF OUR LADY, 3520 Ames Blvd., Marrero. Every Friday during Lent except Good Friday, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Dine in cafeteria or take out. Fried fish and shrimp plates, po-boys, broiled fish plates, stuffed baked potatoes, étouffée, hush puppies, coleslaw, potato salad and desserts sold. Menu at www.vol.org. HOLY NAME OF JESUS, 6325 Cromwell Place, New Orleans. April 8, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fried fish or shrimp with sides, $12 ($10 child); fish and shrimp combo with sides, $14; Pick up or dine in . MATER DOLOROSA, 1230 S. Carrollton Ave., New Orleans. MApril 8. Call (504) 866-3669 for more information. ST. ANDREW THE APOSTLE, 3101 Eton St., Algiers. Fridays during Lent beginning March 4. Fish, shrimp, and combo platters, $12 (includes: green beans, French fries, hushpuppies and coleslaw.) Gumbo, $6. Cheese pizza, $2/slice. Homemade desserts and drinks available. ST. DAVID, 5617 St. Claude Ave., New Orleans, parish hall.April 8, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fried fish or shrimp, mac and cheese, potato salad, peas, cake, $10; combo plate, $13.  ST. GABRIEL THE ARCHANGEL, 4700 Pineda St., New Orleans. Fridays in Lent except Good Friday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Dine-in or take out. Two pieces of fried or baked fish, mac and cheese, veggies, salad (potato or green), dessert, drink, $10. Five or more orders, call (504) 282-0296 by 9 a.m. on Friday. Delivery available for 10-plus orders. “Buy 10 plates, get 1 plate free” offer. Donate toiletries, belts or adult-size backpacks for the homeless and get a free dessert (one a person per visit).  ST. JAMES MAJOR, 3736 Gentilly Blvd., New Orleans., April 8, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fried fish, peas, potato salad, $15. Sweets and drinks sold separately.  ST. PIUS X, 6600 Spanish Fort Blvd., New Orleans. April 8, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., cafeteria. Fried fish, salad, mac and cheese, pizza, desserts, beverages. Presale tickets at www.stpiusxnola.org. Dine-in, drive-thru.  ST. RAYMOND-ST. LEO THE GREAT, 2916 Paris Ave., New Orleans. Fridays in Lent except Good Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Fish, mac and cheese, peas, potato salad; beverages sold. Plaquemines ASSUMPTION OF OUR LADY MISSION, 6951 La. 39, Braithwaite. , April8, 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Fish, potato salad or baked mac, veggie, salad, dessert, drink, $10. OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP, 9016 La. 23, Belle Chasse, KC Council Hall. All Fridays of Lent except Good Friday, 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Catfish plates with fries, coleslaw, $12; white beans, $4; desserts, $1-2.  ST. THOMAS, 17605 La. 15, Pointe-A-La-Hache. , April 8, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Shrimp/fish with potato salad or baked mac, vegetable, salad, dessert, $10. River Parishes ASCENSION OF OUR LORD, 799 Fairway Drive, LaPlace. Each Friday in Lent, 10:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Two pieces of fried fish, Cajun-boiled potatoes, corn, $13. SACRED HEART OF JESUS, 375 Spruce St., Norco, KC Hall. Fridays during Lent, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Fried fish and shrimp with fries, vegetable, dessert, $10. ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA, 234 Angus Drive, Luling. Fridays of Lent, March 4 through April 8, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Fish plate or gumbo with potato salad, $10. Drinks/desserts also sold. ST. CHARLES BORROMEO, 13396 River Road, Destrehan, drive-thru by school gym. March 25, April 1, 8, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Fried fish, potatoes, green salad, $15. ST. HUBERT, 176 Anthony F. Monica St., Garyville. All Fridays in Lent except Good Friday, 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. in parish hall. Fried fish, mac and cheese, vegetable, cake, $10 ($12, two fillets). ST. JOAN OF ARC, 529 W. Fifth St., LaPlace. Fridays in Lent, except Good Friday. Fried fish plate, $10; fried shrimp plate, $12. (985) 652-9100. St. Bernard ST. BERNARD, 2805 Bayou Road, St. Bernard. Fridays in Lent, except Good Friday, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Dine-in/take-out. Fried fish, shrimp, stuffed crabs or seafood combo $20-30; seafood po-boys (no fries), $16; stuffed crab, $10; sides of shrimp jambalaya, shrimp fettuccine, green bean casserole, potato salad, coleslaw, French fries, baked macaroni, $5-10; water, sodas, desserts, $1. St. Tammany MARY QUEEN OF PEACE, 1501 W. Causeway Approach, Mandeville, Fridays during Lent. Fried fish, baked fish or fried shrimp. (985) 626-6977. OUR LADY OF THE LAKE, 312 Lafitte St., Mandeville. Fridays in Lent, except Good Friday. 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fried or baked catfish, coleslaw, fries, green beans, dessert, and drink $12 SACRED HEART OF JESUS, 28088 Main St., Lacombe. Knights of Columbus fish frys are March 4, 18 and April 1. Times 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. Pick up or drive-thru.  ST. ANSELM, 306 St. Mary St., Madisonville. Fridays during Lent. Fried catfish or shrimp plates; seafood plate with soft shell crab or crabcakes; Shrimp Caesar salad, gumbo with rice. (985) 845-7342.  ST. BENEDICT, 20370 Smith Road, Covington, take-out only. April 8, 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Fish or shrimp plate with potato salad, green beans, French bread, $10 . ST. JANE DE CHANTAL, 72054 Maple St., Abita Springs. All Fridays in Lent except Good Friday, 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Fried catfish, fried shrimp, gumbo, French fries, coleslaw, $10; drinks, desserts, $1. ST. JOHN OF THE CROSS, 61030 Brier Lake Drive, Lacombe. March April 8, 4:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. Drive-thru only. Catfish, shrimp or combo meal including “smashed” potatoes, green beans, hush puppies, $12. ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST, 910 Cross Gates Blvd., Slidell. Fridays in Lent, except Good Friday. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Baked or fried fish with choice of two sides (coleslaw, smashed potatoes or fries) and Hawaiian roll, $10. Desserts available. ST. MARGARET MARY, 1050 B Robert Blvd., Slidell. Drive-thru only by Men's Club. Fridays in Lent, except Good Friday. Fried fish plate includes mac and cheese, coleslaw, roll, $12. Enter at gate by El Paso Restaurant on Robert Boulevard, pickup at gym. Credit cards accepted. ST. PETER, 125 E. 19th Ave., Covington. Drive-thru only behind school cafeteria. Fridays in Lent except Good Friday, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Fried catfish or shrimp, fries, bread and potato salad or coleslaw, $12; extra side $2.

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8 7:30 PM CT – 10:30 PM CT Brass-A-Holics at The Jazz Playhouse $25   · The Jazz Playhouse The Jazz Playhouse Tickets · $25 via Eventbrite Public  LIVE MUSIC FROM THE BRASS-A-HOLICS at the Jazz Playhouse Since 2010, the Brass-A-Holics have been taking their unique sound around the world. Steeped in the deep musical culture of New Orleans, the band brings a heavy dose of go-go funk to the New Orleans brass sound. In a blending of musical cultures stemming from cities separated by more than a thousand miles, a Brass-a-Holics live show takes the New Orleans brass band culture and infuses it with the electricity of Washington D.C.'s go-go. The resulting sound is both captivating and unique. *Preferred Seating for small parties only. Parties of 8 or more people must inquire via email to cwhitney@sonesta.com to reserve.* **Special Event valet rate - $5/vehicle. Please provide ticket to event staff for validation. Garage entryways located on both the Bienville and Conti sides of the hotel.

We are beyond pumped to welcome the famous NOLA Crawfish King to Faubourg! The King begins his weekend residency this Friday & will be serving up the tastiest crawfish in town every Friday through Sunday at the brewery! Fridays: 4:30-8pm Saturdays: 12-8pm Sundays: 12-6pm 3501 Jourdan Road New Orleans, LA | 70126 504.867.4000

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Tim Laughlin 2022-04-084pm7pm"Happy Hour" setObservatory Eleven The Westin Canal Place 11th Floor NOLA

Family Night Fridays are back ! We will be offering 2 FREE bounce houses for kids, a Big Bounce House and a smaller Toddler Bounce House, from 5:30-8:00pm, crawfish from Nola Crawfish King, food from Fete au Fete and a variety of fun yard games to keep the kids entertained! 3501 Jourdan Road New Orleans, LA | 70126 504.867.4000

University of Holy Cross Accounting Students to Offer Free Tax Return Preparation Assistance every Friday during Tax Season Free Tax Prep on University of Holy Cross Campus   (New Orleans) – Friday, April 8 University of Holy Cross (UHC) Tax Accounting students will provide free tax preparation assistance for low-to-moderate income New Orleans-area residents at its campus, but university officials ask visitors to wear a mask. UHC has partnered with the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) to offer the free tax preparation assistance throughout tax season every Friday from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. until Friday, April 8, The free tax preparation will take place on the university’s campus at 4123 Woodland Drive in Room 1034. Those qualifying for assistance should bring the following items: Proof of Identification Social Security Cards for the individual, their spouse and any dependents and/or a Social Security Number verification letter issued by the Social Security Administration Birth dates for the individual, their spouse and any dependents on the tax return Current year’s tax package (if one was received) Wage and earning statement(s) Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R from all employers Interest and dividends statements from banks (Forms 1099) A copy of last year’s federal and state returns, if available Bank routing numbers and account numbers for Direct Deposit Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider’s tax identification number (the provider’s Social Security Number or the provider’s business Identification Number) To file taxes electronically on a married-filing jointly return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms   The VITA Program offers free tax assistance to help low-to-moderate income people who need tax assistance. Certified volunteers receive training to help prepare basic tax returns. Most VITA sites offer free electronic filing. To locate the additional VITA sites, call 1-800-906-9887. For more information on this program, contact Lillian Grose, Assistant Professor at 504.398.2230 or call Hanna Abuali at 504.398.2337. The free tax assistance is offered by the UHC’s Business Department which recently upgraded its undergraduate online and hybrid Accelerated Business program, a first-of-its-kind business degree program in the region that allows working adults to receive credit for their work experience toward degree completion. Department also offers traditional undergraduate Business and Accounting, as well as graduate Accelerated Management programs. For details, visit https://uhcno.edu/academics/bus-admin/index.html. Visit our website

WE’RE BACK AT THE BLUE NILE EVERY FRIDAY!!!! 1st TODAY AT 11 PM Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ Swingers $20   · 532 Frenchmen Street,New Orleans,70116,US

Deano Assunto is with LG Sullivan  Come on out this Friday the 1st and celebrate and enjoy Jazz the way it was played by the Assunto brothers aka the Dukes of Dixieland on Bourbon Street back in the 50's..... ...YOU HAVE TO HEAR IT TO BELIEVE IT! Mark your calendar's to be with us every Friday in April at the Bourbon O Jazz Bar. Visit our website

St. Mary's Church was built by the German Catholics in 1860 in the grand Baroque-style architecture. It contains a shrine dedicated to Father Francis Xavier Seelos who was beatified in 2000. Also present here is the to-be saint's coffin, relics and personal belongings. St. Mary's is also the parish church and holds services and masses.  stalphonsusno.com Address: 2030 Constance St, New Orleans, LA 70130 Phone: (504) 522-6748

Confessions Nights – 5:00pm to 6:30pm St. Mary’s Assumption Church March 30; April 6 Stations of the Cross Fridays at 6pm St. Mary’s Chapel April 8 Holy Week & Easter St. Mary’s Assumption Church Thursday, April 14 at 6:30pm – Mass of the Lord’s Supper Friday, April 15 at 12:00pm – Stations of the Cross Friday, April 15 at 3:00pm – Good Friday Passion Service Saturday, April 16 at 8:00pm – Easter Vigil Sunday, April 17 at 8:30am & 10:30am – Easter Sunday Masses Other Celebrations (There is no 4:00pm Mass) St. Joseph’s Day Celebrations

Cathedral-Basilica of Saint Louis King of France on Jackson Square 615 Pere Antoine Alley | New Orleans, LA 70116-3291 T: 504.525.9585  F: 504.525.9583

Lent:Monday through Friday 12:05 p.m. Sacrament of Penance by appointment 11:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. Mon. though Fri  Stations of the Cross Friday following 12 noon Mass Sunday 11:00 a.m. Holy Week:Palm Sunday  Sunday 11:00 a.m. (Blessing of Palms begins at 10:50am) Monday   Mass 12:05 p.m. Sacrament of Penance 11 - 11:45 a.m. Tuesday  Chrism Mass 10:00 a.m. (by invitation) Wednesday   Mass 12:05 p.m. Sacrament of Penance 11-11:45 a.m. Holy Thursday   Mass of the Lord's Last Supper 7:00 p.m. Good Friday  Stations of the Cross 12:00 noon Sacrament of Penance following Stations until 2:00 Liturgy of the Lord's Passion and Death 3:00 p.m. Holy Saturday Easter Vigil Mass 8:00 p.m. Easter Sunday Mass of the Risen Christ 9:00 a.m and 11:00 a.m.

Gretna Farmer’s Market Event Date: Apr 9, 2022 from 8:30 am - 12:30 am Event Location: Gretna Market 301 Huey P Long Ave Gretna, LA 70053 Enjoy fresh local produce and crafts at the Gretna Farmers Market, every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, rain or shine, under the covered Gretna Market Building, Huey P. Long Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets in historic downtown Gretna.

11 AM – 2 PM Brunch with Amanda Shaw Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans 2 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70130 Sat, Apr 9 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Sat, Apr 16 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Sat, Apr 23 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Sat, Apr 30 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM May 2022 Sat, May 7 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Event by Amanda Shaw Four Seasons Hotel New Orleans Tickets Visit our website Amanda Shaw and Donald Link's Chemin a la Mer are partnering to bring you a weekly experience full of delightful eats and down-home tunes in a beautiful setting overlooking the Mississippi River. Whether you are a traveler looking for an authentic Louisiana experience or a local looking to get back in touch with your roots, you are invited to come and enjoy brunch every Saturday 11am-2pm

9 TODAY AT 11 AM – 5 PM Backyard Art Market 3101 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70115-1125, United States Disco Warehouse 3101 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70115-1125, United States Duration: 6 hr Public

APR 9 How the Other Half Loves Apr 9, 2022 Playmakers Theater Covington, LA APR 10 How the Other Half Loves Apr 10, 2022 Playmakers Theater Covington, LA

Featuring Evette Randolph, Chris Aberle, Summer Kavalir, Jonah Boudreaux, Esther Trosclair and James Michel, the comedy is a fast-paced romp through the pitfalls and pratfalls of marital infidelity. Assistant director is Naomi O’Donnell. How the Other Half Loves runs March 26-April 10. Saturday performances are 7p.m. and Sunday matinees are 2 p.m. All Tickets $20 CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS! Visit our website Playmakers Inc.  19106 PlaymakersRoad,  Covington, LA 70435

9 SATURDAY AT 8 PM – 11 PM Anaïs at The Bombay Club The Bombay Club Join us for an evening of Jazz and Cocktails at The Bombay Club. 830 Conti St New Orleans, LA 70112

April 9, 2022

Watch Chef Kevin Belton every Saturday at 9:30am & Sunday at 11am on WYES-TV!  KEVIN BELTON’S COOKIN’ LOUISIANA is Chef Kevin Belton's fourth series produced by WYES. The series debuted in July 2021 and follows the success of NEW ORLEANS COOKING WITH KEVIN BELTON (2015), KEVIN BELTON’S NEW ORLEANS KITCHEN (2018) and KEVIN BELTON’S NEW ORLEANS CELEBRATIONS (2019). His series are nationally distributed on public television stations across the country by American Public Television.

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City Recycling Opportunities City of New Orleans’ Department of Sanitation announced that the City’s Recycling Drop-Off Center, located at 2829 Elysian Fields Ave., will be open weekly on Saturdays from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. This temporary shift from bi-weekly drop off is in response to a higher demand for recycling while curbside collection is suspended. Residents participating in the drop-off events should plan for longer than normal wait-times; the New Orleans Police Department will provide traffic control support to help the events run smoothly. Orleans Parish residents can drop off the following recyclables:Paper: newspapers, junk mail, phone books, catalogs, office paper Corrugated Cardboard Boxboard: cereal boxes and soft drink boxes Plastics #1 (soda/water bottles) and #2 (milk/juice/shampoo/detergent containers) Small metals: aluminum and steel Mardi Gras beads Batteries: AA, AAA, AAAA, C, D, 6-volt, 9-volt, Lithium Light bulbs: incandescent and fluorescent Electronics: iPads, tablets, computers, laptops, phones, keyboards, speakers, cables, x-boxes, PlayStations, Wii, MP3/DVD/CD Players, UPS, Circuit boards, portable navigation/GPS devices, inkjet/toner cartridges, digital cameras/video recorders (DVRs), fax machines, small printers, monitors, processors, networking equipment, stereos, security systems  Televisions: limit 4 Tires: limit 5  Glass: limit 50 lbs. (please remove corks and caps) *Please note: no composting materials accepted at this time.

4-9-22 Join us every Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for over 80 local artisan vendors, including produce, prepared foods, jewelry, art, crafts, plants, music and more!

Join us here at Palmettos on Sundays from 10 am to 3 pm for an authentic Louisiana Jazz Brunch. 1901 Bayou Ln, Slidell, LA 70458-3227

JAZZ BRUNCH HOURS SUNDAY 4-10-22 10 am – 3 pm Visit our website Prefer to make your reservation via phone? Give us a call at (985) 643-0050.

April 10 Free Admission to Contemporary Arts Center  11:00 am - 5:00 pm FREE Contemporary Arts Center 900 Camp Street New Orleans LA 70130

For more information, visit. Visit our website 2022 SPRING CONCERTS Saturday, April 16th 6:30-9:00pm Gregg Stafford & His Jazz Hounds Saturday, May 14th 6:30-9:00pm Sarah Quintana & Friends Saturday, May 21st 6:30-9:00pm Doucet Frères & Lâcher Prise Trio (two unique bands featuring Michael Doucet)" 430 Lamarque Street, located in the heart of Old Mandeville, Louisiana | CONTACT US | DIRECTIONS Admission is $10 at the door (Cash only, no advance tickets sold) Arrive early to secure the best seat Sit inside or bring lawn chairs to sit outside Beverages available by donation Souvenir merchandise available for purchase Plate dinners for purchase by the Ladies of First Free Mission Baptist Church (cash only) Children welcome, no pets, no ice chests

Dew Drop Inn Announces Spring Concert Series  In Mandeville The historic Dew Drop Jazz & Social Hall in Mandeville, built in 1895, is back this spring with a full season of concerts presenting traditional jazz and blues, funky swamp pop and Cajun music—with a few surprises along the way. For the six Saturday night evening concerts a variety of genres will be showcased by some of the region’s most notable musicians. March 5 | Dr. Redwine’s Grape Stompers, led by acclaimed clarinetist Ben Redwine, will make their Dew Drop debut with a tribute to famed New Orleans clarinetist Barney Bigard, who toured for years with Louis Armstrong. Redwine and his band will recreate the music of the Dew Drop’s heyday and will be joined by several swing dancers who will kick off the season in a unique and joyful way. March 19 | Jazz vocalist Ingrid Lucia and her all-star band will present a special evening of vintage jazz and blues, with music from the 1920s and 30s, along with new, original tunes. Lucia’s voice takes listeners back to a bygone era, while her distinct phrasing notes a more classic jazz ambience that is both appealing & enthusiastic. April 2 | Camile Baudoin & Friends, reliving a few Radiators classics and new music too with celebrated musicians Reggie Scanlan, Frank Bua & John Fohl all together on one stage making this special concert one to remember for a long, long time! April 16 | Gregg Stafford & His Jazz Hounds, led by renowned Preservation Hall musician and educator Gregg Stafford, will present a night deeply steeped in traditional New Orleans jazz. May 14 | The unique jazz folk stylings define Sarah Quintana & Friends. A singer-songwriter from New Orleans with a background rich in jazz, folk and popular music, Quintana is a devoted guitarist with a voice that is instantly recognizable. Her versatility has led her from singing on the streets of Provence with a traveling circus to the stages of the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival and even New York’s Lincoln Center with a swing band. May 21 | Two unique bands will perform one set each, starting with Doucet Frères, featuring the famed brother duo of Michael and David Doucet, of the Grammy-Award winning Cajun band, BeauSoleil. The Doucet family name is known for making Cajun music a popular genre within the world music scene. The second set will showcase Michael Doucet’s new Cajun dance band, Lâcher Prise Trio, with Doucet on fiddle, and both Sarah Quintana and Chad Viator on guitar. The name Lâcher Prise means to “let go” and blends Cajun, swamp soul, and Gypsy tunes that celebrate love and the simple joys of having a good time. Presented by the Friends of the Dew Drop, these six Saturday evening concerts will run from 6:30 to 9:00p.m. and will feature home-cooked food for purchase provided by the Ladies of First Free Mission Baptist Church, located next door. Soft drinks, water, beer and wine will be available for purchase. Admission for each concert is $10 cash per adult. Students and children may attend free of charge. No outside food, drinks or pets are allowed and lawn chairs may be used outside the hall on the grounds. The history of the Dew Drop Inn begins in 1885 when a group of civic-minded African American residents of the Mandeville, led by the late Olivia Eunio, created the Dew Drop Social and Benevolent Association. A decade later, in 1895, the organization laid a cornerstone and constructed a small wooden building two and one-half blocks from Lake Pontchartrain on Lamarque Street. The Association, like many created among African American residents following the Civil War, had chiefly benevolent goals—to care for the sick, provide help with funeral arrangements, food & temporary housing—all during a time when Black residents could not obtain various types of insurance. Today, known as one of the oldest, unaltered rural jazz halls in the U.S. the not-for-profit organization, Friends of the Dew Drop, schedules and manages the hall’s performances and educational activities.

UPCOMING  YEAR-AT-A-GLANCE 04/16/2022 - Crescent City Classic 04/17/2022 - Gay Easter Parade 04/18/2022 - NOLA Navy Week 04/18/2022 - Zurich Golf Classic 04/21/2022 - French Quarter Festival 04/29/2022 - New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival 05/20/2022 - Bayou Boogaloo 05/27/2022 - Greek Fest 06/07/2022 - New Orleans Wine and Food Experience 07/01/2022 - ESSENCE Festival of Culture® Presented By Coca-Cola® 07/09/2022 - Running of the Bulls 07/25/2022 - Tales of the Cocktail 08/01/2022 - COOLinary New Orleans 08/06/2022 - Satchmo SummerFest 08/06/2022 - White Linen Night 08/13/2022 - Red Dress Run 09/01/2022 - Southern Decadence 09/04/2022 - Louisiana Kick-Off: Florida State Seminoles vs. LSU Tigers 10/07/2022 - Gentilly Fest 10/12/2022 - The NOLA Caribbean Experience 10/29/2022 - Voodoo Music + Arts Experience 10/31/2022 - Halloween 11/04/2022 - Bayou Bacchanal 12/24/2022 - Christmas Eve Bonfires on the Levee 12/31/2022 - Allstate Sugar Bowl

Ukraine Fundraiser Tonight Local Jewish Organizations to Host Ukraine Benefit Concert Local Jewish Organizations to Host Ukraine Benefit Concert *POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER – RESCHEDULED DATE AN EVENING OF MUSIC TO SUPPORT UKRAINE RELIEF Unique fundraiser featuring the LPO will provide immediate impact on aid efforts     WHAT:               TOGETHER FOR UKRAINE Join the New Orleans community for an evening of music to raise funds for Ukraine humanitarian relief.   As Russia continues to invade Ukraine, many in the Greater New Orleans community are committed to helping the individuals and families seeking shelter, security, and peace. This unique fundraiser will provide an immediate impact on refugee and humanitarian aid efforts.   The evening will be an intimate, live performance of a quartet from the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. The evening will be hosted by Mr. Mark Romig, Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for New Orleans & Company.   One-hundred percent of the funds raised will benefit the Jewish Federation Ukraine Relief Fund and the Western Ukrainian Specialized Children’s Medical Center, two organizations who are actively providing immediate help to those from the Ukraine who need it most.   WHEN:               REVISED DATE Monday, April 25                             7:00 pm – 8:30 pm   WHERE:              REVISED LOCATION Jewish Community Center

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Jazz Fest returns the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival returns this spring with headliners The Who, Stevie Nicks, Foo Fighters, Lionel Richie, Erykah Badu, Ludacris, Nelly and Willie Nelson. Festival organizers announced the lineup for the festival Thursday. It’s scheduled over two weekends, Friday, April 29, through Sunday, May 1 and Thursday, May 5, through Sunday, May 8. Festival producer Quint Davis said after talking with state and city health officials, organizers felt now was the time to bring the festival back to its original time slot. “We will follow whatever COVID protocols are in place at the time,” Davis stressed. “Whatever they want us to do we will do. It helps that we’re outdoors. It’s still four months away, but we think by April and May it will be a beautiful time. Everybody’s ready to come back.” Also performing at the festival are Jimmy Buffett, Luke Combs, The Black Crowes, Norah Jones, Ziggy Marley: Songs of Bob Marley and The Avett Brothers. Louisiana stars taking the stage include PJ Morton, Lauren Daigle, Big Freedia, Tank and the Bangas, Nicholas Payton, Nathan & The Zydeco Cha Chas, and Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue.

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