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The origin of Presidents’ Day lies in the 1880s, when the birthday of Washington—commander of the Continental Army during the American Revolution and the first president of the United States—was first celebrated as a federal holiday. In 1968 Congress passed the Uniform Monday Holiday Bill, which moved a number of federal holidays to Mondays. The change was designed to schedule certain holidays so that workers had a number of long weekends throughout the year, but it has been opposed by those who believe that those holidays should be celebrated on the dates they actually commemorate. During debate on the bill, it was proposed that Washington’s Birthday be renamed Presidents’ Day to honour the birthdays of both Washington (February 22) and Lincoln (February 12); although Lincoln’s birthday was celebrated in many states, it was never an official federal holiday. Following much discussion, Congress rejected the name change. After the bill went into effect in 1971, however, Presidents’ Day became the commonly accepted name, due in part to retailers’ use of that name to promote sales and the holiday’s proximity to Lincoln’s birthday. Presidents’ Day is usually marked by public ceremonies in Washington, D.C., and throughout the country.
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Lundi Gras is a relatively recently popularized name for a series of Shrove Monday events taking place during the Mardi Gras. It includes the tradition of Rex, king of the New Orleans carnival,and Zulu King arriving by boat. This began in 1874, but the term Lundi Gras (French for "Fat Monday") was not widely applied until 1987 when the arrival was brought back as part of a series of river-related events under the name of "Lundi Gras". |
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Lundy Gras, the King of Carnival greets his subjects with a more somber message, urging a safe celebration and promising to return next year.
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Happy Lundi Gras with "It's Good to Be King" a self-portrait from 1993 (acrylic on canvas, 30 x 24 inches, private collection). George Rodrigue |
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NOLA Mayor declares
freeze emergency
Freezing temperatures, a wintry mix and hazardous road conditions are forecast for the region Monday
The National Weather Service forecast a mix of rain, freezing rain, sleet or snow would reach New Orleans beginning late morning Monday. It forecast temperatures could go as low as 25 degrees by Monday night.
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City of New Orleans, Infrastructure Agencies Encourage Residents to Prepare for Winter Weather |
NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans, Sewerage and Water Board, and Entergy New Orleans today are providing an update on winter weather preparedness and encourage residents to take precautions for freezing temperatures early next week.
Gov. John Bel Edwards has declared a state of emergency ahead of winter weather expected to impact Louisiana beginning Sunday through Tuesday. At this time, freezing temperatures remain the primary threat to the New Orleans area, with a hard freeze expected to occur overnight Monday lasting into Tuesday morning. A small amount of wintry precipitation could be possible in non-accumulating amounts Monday evening; however, the more likely concern for ice is that any standing water remaining from Monday’s rainfall may begin to freeze overnight.
Public Safety and Infrastructure Agencies Make Preparations
The New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness continues to monitor the weather with the National Weather Service New Orleans/Baton Rouge. The City’s Emergency Operations Center is activated for the Mardi Gras weekend, where public safety, infrastructure, and human services liaisons will also be coordinating necessary preparedness and response activities related to winter weather.
Crews and contractors supporting Entergy’s Louisiana utilities are on standby and are closely monitoring weather forecasts as this type of precipitation can create problems for the electric system and make for hazardous driving conditions, slowing power restoration. Read more about Entergy New Orleans’ preparedness and customer tips. Customers are encouraged to sign up for text alerts by texting REG to 36778. For additional cold weather tips, follow Entergy New Orleans on Twitter at @EntergyNOLA and on Facebook.com/EntergyNOLA.
The New Orleans Fire Department encourages residents to heat their homes safely. A leading cause of residential home fires during winter months is unsafe heating, including locating a space heater close to flammable items and using a stove as a heat source.
The New Orleans Health Department is coordinating with local homeless providers to ensure adequate sheltering capacity is available to residents in need of shelter. The citywide freeze plan will be in effect to provide temporary shelter for homeless residents overnight tonight and beginning Sunday night through Wednesday morning. Residents are encouraged to call the New Orleans Police Department non-emergency number (504-821-2222) if someone is in need of shelter. Individuals needing shelter will be accepted, free of charge, at the following locations under the following conditions:
- The Salvation Army, 4530 S. Claiborne Ave., will accept adults beginning at 4 p.m.
- Ozanam Inn, 843 Camp St., will accept men beginning at 6 p.m. for overnight shelter. The courtyard with heaters is open 24/7 to anyone.
- Covenant House, 611 N. Rampart St., will accept individuals age 22 and under, their dependent children, and any women with dependent minor children. Open 24/7.
- New Orleans Mission, 1130 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., will accept adults beginning at 4 p.m.
- Please note that the Low Barrier Shelter will not be open tonight due to construction.
Residents Encouraged to Prepare for Freezing Temperatures
Residents are encouraged to take precautions to protect the four "Ps" during freezing temperatures: people, pets, pipes, and plants.
STAY WARM
- Stay inside in heat during extreme cold.
- If you go outside, wear layers, a hat, and gloves and carry a cell phone.
- Check on neighbors, children, and the elderly and chronically ill to make sure they are okay.
- Bring pets inside.
- Cover plants with a blanket to protect from a hard freeze.
PRACTICE FIRE SAFETY & PREPARE YOUR HOME
- Never leave space heaters unattended.
- Never use a stove or an oven to heat your home.
- Check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to be sure they are working.
- Have a fire extinguisher and know how to use it.
PROTECT PIPES FROM HARD FREEZE
- Insulate your exposed pipes by wrapping them with foam, rubber or fiberglass sleeves. You can also use rags or newspaper. Be sure to wrap the pipes with at least an inch of those materials, then cover them with plastic wrap or aluminum foil to keep them dry.
- Open the doors to cabinets where your pipes are located to allow heat from the rest of the building to warm them.
- Open interior doors to allow heat to pass from room to room.
- Disconnect garden hoses.
- When the outdoor temperature approaches 32 degrees, turn on the indoor faucet farthest away from your water meter. Run only one faucet with no more than a trickle or water, about as thin as a standard strand of spaghetti, to minimize the chance of water freezing in your pipes.
- Do not run more than one faucet, and do not run any faucet at full blast. It is unnecessary and can be expensive for customers. It can also contribute to lower water pressures across the city, risking the potential for a precautionary boil water advisory.
- Once temperatures climb above the freezing point, be sure to turn off your taps. Running them at temperatures above 32 degrees does not protect your pipes in any way.
- Should a freeze break a pipe or cause a leak, call a licensed plumber immediately. Turn off and drain the water in your house. To do this, locate the main water line from your water meter. There should be a valve where that line enters your house. Turn it off. Then run all your indoor faucets to drain water from your pipes. Disconnect garden hoses and hoses to your washing machine. It is important you contact your plumber as soon as possible.
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Watch this video: www.swbno.org/About/FightingTheFreeze
STAY CONNECTED
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Sign up for NOLA Ready emergency alerts by texting your zip code to 888777 or going to ready.nola.gov/alerts.
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Updates will be provided at ready.nola.gov, via text alerts, and on social media @nolaready.
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If you have medical or mobility needs and might need additional assistance during cold weather, sign up for the Special Needs Registry by calling 3-1-1 or going to specialneeds.nola.gov.
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“Muses Mardi Gras House” print now available!
With Mardi Gras parades canceled people have decorated their houses like Mardi Gras floats. This house on St. Charles was designed by Susan Gisleson and is inspired by the nine muses of Greek mythology. Both the original painting and signed numbered prints are available.
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More details on citywide COVID-19 restrictions and guidelines can be viewed at |
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The NOPD announced a change in the hours of scheduled closure for parts of the French Quarter area as part of its enforcement plan during the upcoming Mardi Gras weekend and holiday, amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. |
NOPD will be “all hands on deck” throughout the five-day period, patrolling throughout the city for those who are in violation of city mandates regarding illegal gatherings and closure of all bars in the city, including those that obtained a state license to operate as a restaurant. While restaurants will remain open and can serve alcohol, to-go alcohol is banned during this period, as well as package liquor sales within the boundaries of the French Quarter.
“With the assistance of our law enforcement partners at the Louisiana State Police and the Orleans Parish Sheriff Office, we have a plan that will help us have a scaled back and safe Mardi Gras,” NOPD Superintendent Shaun Ferguson said today during a press conference held at NOPD Headquarters. “When we hear of a large crowd reported, with the additional resources of our law enforcement partners at our disposal, we will be able to flex our deployment and deal with those crowds as they gather – not just on Bourbon Street, but anywhere in the city,” he said.
Beginning today (Friday, February 12, 2021) and running through 3:00 a.m. on February 17, 2021, the following enforcement actions will be in place:
- There will be limited access to Bourbon Street from Canal Street to Dumaine Street. Only residents, shop attendees, restaurants patrons and hotel guests will be allowed access to these areas during this time, but no loitering will be allowed.
- There will be limited access to the 500 and 600 blocks of Frenchmen Street. Only residents, shop attendees, restaurants patrons and hotel guests will be allowed access to these areas during this time, but no loitering will be allowed.
- On Mardi Gras Day (February 16), the aforementioned sections of Bourbon Street and Frenchmen Street will be closed from 7 a.m. to 3 a.m. on February 17.
- Starting today (February 12), all bars citywide are closed for the five-day period, including those that have temporary licenses to operate as restaurants. Any businesses found to be in violation of this order will be closed on the spot.
- Decatur Street will be closed between Dumaine and Toulouse streets.
- The area directly under the elevated Interstate 10 on North Claiborne Avenue from St. Louis Street to St. Bernard Avenue will be fenced to discourage gatherings. The travel lanes of North Claiborne Avenue will remain open for traffic. Enhanced patrols with NOPD and Louisiana State Police will monitor this area.
Ferguson urged citizens and visitors to New Orleans to not attend any large gatherings in the city during the Mardi Gras holidays, as to not spread the COVID-19 virus. He also urged anyone who sees a large crowd or gathering in the city to call 311 to report the incident.
“Everyone has a stake in the response to COVID-19,” Ferguson said. “We need our citizens and visitors to exercise personal responsibility. We must work together to keep each other safe. Please adhere to the established guidelines and avoid large gatherings. By doing so, hopefully by next year we will have a handle on Covid-19 and will be able to have something closer to a normal celebration.”
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Listen to Carnival on WWOZ now! |
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It's that time of year when WWOZ show hosts have full reign to bust out of their typical genres and, if they so desire, play all Carnival music, all the time! |
This Mardi Gras, we dug deep in the vaults and unearthed two vintage WWOZ Mardi Gras specials which have rarely been heard since their initial broadcasts:
WWOZ's 1994 Mardi Gras Special, hosted by Dr John
This two-hour special was originally produced for WWOZ by John Sinclair and Tim Green, and features lots of amazing live music recorded by WWOZ in 1993, plus interviews with Mardi Gras Indians and more.
Dr. John Mardi Gras Special Airs:
Monday February 15 (Lundi Gras) from 7-9 pm CT
Tuesday February 16 (Mardi Gras), from 2-4 pm CT
Billy Delle's Mardi Gras Special from 1996
This one-hour special features conversation with piano player Eddie Bo, bandleader and singer Tommy Ridgely, and drummer Harry Nance, and also includes lots of great classic New Orleans R&B. It was originally produced for WWOZ by David Freedman, David Kunian, and Roger Collins.
Billy Delle Mardi Gras Special Airs:
Monday February 15 (Lundi Gras), 9-10 pm CT
Tuesday February 16 (Mardi Gras), 6-7 pm CT
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Mystery in Motion: Masking and Spirituality in Mardi Gras |
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Mardi Gras exhibit opens; virtual events planned |
In addition to a stunning exhibit in the Presbytere, there also are several virtual programs offered in connection with the program.
This new exhibition inside the Presbytère on Jackson Square examines the direct influence of multicultural spirituality within the carnival traditions of Black New Orleanians. Due to the pandemic, you will not find many Black masking Indians on the streets this carnival season, but you will see their elaborate suits and learn about their use and inspiration inside the museum’s galleries. The exhibit will be on display in time for the Mardi Gras weekend, from February 15, 2021, through November 28, 2021, and will serve as the centerpiece of the museum’s planned programming to celebrate the 2021 carnival season.
“Mystery in Motion is a groundbreaking exhibition highlighting the vibrant carnival traditions of the Black community in New Orleans and it offers an excellent way to celebrate Mardi Gras safely during this current pandemic,” said Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser.
Mystery in Motion guest curators Kim Vaz-Deville, Ph.D., and Ron Bechet of Xavier University of Louisiana explore spirituality in Mardi Gras through the presentation of more than two dozen Black masking Indian suits, carnival costumes, and masking objects produced in New Orleans, juxtaposed with extraordinary African artifacts that are representative of the cultures, religions, and artistry that influenced their creation. These exceptional African objects will be on loan from the collections of the Musée du Quai Branly–Jacques Chirac and Southern University at New Orleans.
“There is so much happening on Mardi Gras day, it is impossible to take in all the sights, sounds, and experiences. The intent of the exhibition is to offer an opportunity to contemplate the spiritual dimensions of African American Mardi Gras masking that are hidden in plain view,” said Kim Vaz-Deville, Ph.D.
Additionally, several virtual events will be held in conjunction with the exhibition that are free and open to the public:
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Additional restrictions now in place to prevent crowds & the spread of COVID during last weekend of Carnival |
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There have been 73 new confirmed COVID-19 cases and one new death in New Orleans since Friday |
New rental assistance program for renters impacted by pandemic will start accepting applications Feb. 15. Details at |
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City of New Orleans Mobile Testing
If you think you've been exposed, please quarantine yourself until you receive your test results.
Drive-thru testing sites closed Monday & Tuesday as National Guard prepares for winter weather across state
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February 15, 2021
Feb 15
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The Yard on Frenchmen,
405 Frenchmen St,
New Orleans, LA 70116,
New Orleans, United States
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YARDI GRAS
CARNIVAL EXPERIENCE
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The Yard on Frenchmen presents:
YARDI GRAS 2021, the ultimate CARNIVAL EXPERIENCE!
This year Carnival may look a little different. That is why we pioneered a wild 5 day affair, introducing traditional and re-imagined parade route culture to our guests at The Yard.
Beginning with an immersive restaurant atmosphere, the Courtyard and interior dining room will seamlessly transition into an explosion of Yardi Gras throws and wild booty-popping presentations, including an array of characters that aren't your usual suspects. Guests let loose and party the weekend away.
This signature event features a daily CRAWFISH BOIL, indulgent food menu, Yardi Gras drink specials, a variety of special guests and "parade route" inspired surprises, with music to keep the party going from open to close.
DJ Vladimir will be on the decks each day keeping the Yardi Gras vibe alive with Partygoers dancing in their seats and out in the street.
Each night the ACE Brass band, featuring a full (St. Augustine inspired) drum line will be playing in the courtyard. You may not see a single parade this year, but you won't miss the experience if you go to the Yardi Gras!
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Grande Krewe Friends!
Celebrate Carnival with the Krewe! We will be pouring bubbles, so stop by for a glass with a mask and enjoy our Mardi Gras specials!
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Lundi Gras! – Party with the Merry Antoinettes!
The fabulous Merry’s will be with us from 2 pm to 8 pm
Mardi Gras Day!
Enjoy an Aviation Cocktail sample with Terry!
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Shop in store at 2305 Decatur St.
Monday - Saturday 12pm - 8pm and Sunday 12pm - 5pm.
SHOP ONLINE 24/7 for free delivery in the New Orleans area with a purchase of $100 or more!
The Krewe
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2 PM CST – 11 PM CST
Red Beans Parade (Virtual) Lundi Gras | 2021
Online Event
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Today at 2 PM CST – 11 PM CST
Price: Free · Duration: 9 hr
Public
RED BEANS COMIN!!!!
The Red Parade Goes On!!!
This year we will be hosting a virtual parade live on our Facebook Page featuring a new live recording of the music of Red Beans, historic parade photos, costumes and highlights we have collected over the years!!!
Join us for our very 1st Virtual Red Beans Parade....even in a pandemic we can support culture and find ways to commune and connect with each other!
Music:
Al "Carnival Time" Johnson
Amigos Do Samba
Bon Bon Vivant
Corey Henry and Treme Brass Band ll
Jose Fermin
Panorama Brass Band
Treme Brass Band
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Chef Carl’s Famous Monday Night Fried Chicken is back. Every Monday . Served with red beans, cole slaw and a buttered biscuits.
TO-GO option available through Teddy’s Cafe
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CONTACT INFO
1 Palm Drive
New Orleans, LA 70124
504.482.4888
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City Park to host first-ever “Floats in the Oaks”
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‘Floats in the Oaks’ is a once in a lifetime opportunity for visitors to view iconic floats from various Mardi Gras krewes all in one place and it will give our region the opportunity to experience a part of Mardi Gras during this historic year. Families can safely participate in a parade-type event, by viewing stationery floats from their cars, while also supporting City Park. We hope participants will wear Mardi Gras costumes and decorate their cars. Additional elements of this experience are still developing.
Krewes already involved in supporting City Park: Rex, Zulu, Bacchus, Hermes, Thoth, King Arthur, Argus, Alla, Morpheus, Iris, Pygmalion, Mid City, Tucks, Femme Fatale, Babylon, Druids, Carrollton. Kern Studios, Rizzuto and Company, Ducote Designs, and PFJ Floats will assist with transportation of parade units. More are joining the 'Floats in the Oaks' krewe daily!
When:
February 7th through Sunday, February 14th
Weekdays 5pm -10pm and Weekends 1pm - 10pm
Pricing:
Tickets for ‘Floats in the Oaks’ and Add-On experiences are limited and all tickets must be purchased in advance and online only.
Saturday - Sunday: 1 pm to 5 pm - $10 per car
Monday - Sunday: 5pm to 10 pm - $20 per car
Grandstand Experience Add-On - $15 per person
Park Parade Pack - $12 (pack made for 2 people)
Vehicle height cannot exceed 11 feet. No limos, mini-buses, bikes, or pedestrians are allowed on the route. 8 people per vehicle. Everyone participating must be in a seatbelt.
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HERLIN RILEY + TORK | Monday Nite Throwdown
Facebook Live
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Online with Facebook Live
Today at 5:30 PM CST
Price: Free
Public
Join Herlin and me for a celebration of his Birthday!!
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Seats have just opened up for our La Crema Lundi Gras Dinner!!! Call 391-0053 to grab your reservation. 5-courses + cocktail + 5 wines + prizes !! $85pp + tax & tip.
Doors open at 6pm.
2600 Belle Chasse Hwy
Gretna, LA 70056
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John Rankin
FACEBOOK LIVE PAGE
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PERFORMANCES
FACEBOOK LIVE: 6 TO 7 PM EVERY MONDAY!
John Rankin Music
2-15-21
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Robin Barnes presents #SongbirdAtHome
Feb. 15
7 PM – 8 PM
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Join Robin Barnes, the Songbird of New Orleans and her husband Pat Casey every Monday night as they bring a concert right from their living room to yours! Live stream the show every Monday night at 7PM CST on Facebook & Instagram! |
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The parades may be canceled but the spirit Mardi Gras is still in full swing!
Mardi Gras for All Y'all!
All 3 Episodes
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Music
Preservation Hall Jazz Band • Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients Leo Nocentelli and George Porter, Jr. of The Meters • Al "Carnival Time" Johnson • Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra
Louisiana Icons
Emeril Lagasse • Hoda Kotb • Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews • Archie Manning • Jimmy Buffett
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Krewe of House Floats
Facebook page
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WWOZ will still be celebrating, as always, on our airwaves, though. Hear those classic Mardi Gras songs and sounds from Twelfth Night through Mardi Gras Day (Feb. 16, 2021) at 90.7 FM or wwoz.org. 💜💚💛" |
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Chris Owen’s Bacchus Celebration. 2. 2801 St Charles Ave. 2-14-21. Copyright Frank Stansbury |
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Chris Owen’s Bacchus Celebration . Washington at St Charles Ave. Copyright Frank Stansbury. |
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Chris Owen’s Bacchus Celebration. . 2801 St Charles Ave. New Orleans . Copyright Frank Stansbury |
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Google Map of "House Float" Locations |
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Covington
Business Association
Keeps Us "Rolling"
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We Can't Parade ...
But we can still Mardi Gras!
Take a ride on the wild side… where our homes and businesses become the floats and parade watchers become the riders.
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My free YouTube Mardi Gras series returns for the second year with new episodes, starting with a segment on house floats—ARTHUR HARDY’S GUIDE TO MARDI GRAS.
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Mardi Gras 2021
Krewe of House Floats Westbank
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Carnival season 2021 will look different without our traditional Mardi Gras parades. In true New Orleans fashion, our residents formed a new Krewe ¨Krewe of House Floats¨ to keep the celebration going and to help our fellow residents who have been affected by the cancellation of our traditional parades. Krewe of House Floats is a new way to celebrate our Mardi Gras traditions in a safe social distance way but with all the creativity, music and fun that is characteristic of NOLA. With over 5000 Houses participating, the Krewe of House Floats has crowned Big Freedia as The Grand Marshal of the inaugural Krewe of House Floats! We are including the list of house floats located on the Westbank so you can plan your socially distanced tour any time between February 4 and Mardi Gras Day February 16. Come out and celebrate this new tradition and make a donation to help Krewe of House Floats help those who work hard every year to make the ¨greatest FREE show on Earth¨ possible |
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Hilton
Krewe of Shoebox Contest
At Hilton Riverside New Orleans we know we can't celebrate Mardi Gras as we traditionally do this year. What we can celebrate is the great Mardi Gras traditions of Self-expression, Creativity, and Giving back to our community.
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Prizes:
Grand Prize: 3 nights stay in a 2 bedroom suite for Mardi Gras 2022 with dinner for 4 at Drago’s
Second Prize: 3 night guest room stay for Mardi Gras 2022 with 2 tickets to Mardi Gras World
Third Prize: Dinner for 4 at Drago’s with 4 tickets to Mardi Gras World
In-Person Raffle: Every entry physically submitted is automatically entered into a raffle for a 3 night guest room stay for Mardi Gras 2022 with 2 tickets to Mardi Gras World
Rules:
The contest is free to enter for U.S. Residents . We encourage entries from people all of all ages, but you must be 18+ to be eligible for prizes. Hilton asks for a donation to the Louisiana Hospitality Foundation to help support the hospitality community which has been devastated by the fall out from Covid-19. The Hilton Riverside will match each donation made to the foundation during the contest period.
All entries must be received by February 12th to be considered for prizes.
Float must be constructed using a traditional cardboard shoebox and can be submitted in person or online. Floats will be judged on creativity by our panel of judges with no preference given to submission type. All physical floats will be on display in the Hilton Riverside's lobby from 2/8-2/16.
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Ready to step up your vocabulary? |
WORD OF THE DAY
PRONUNCIATION: [ sang-gwin ]
ORIGIN: Middle English; Latin
ETYMOLOGY: from Old French sanguin(e ) ‘blood red’, from Latin sanguineus ‘of blood’, from sanguis, sanguin- ‘blood’
DEFINITION:
1. (adjective) cheerfully optimistic, hopeful, or confident
Synonym(s): cheerful, confident, enthusiastic, upbeat, hopeful
Antonym(s): depressed, down, pessimistic, gloomy
EXAMPLE: Although traffic was getting worse, Mark still had a sanguine outlook on making it to the airport in time for his flight.
2. (adjective) reddish; ruddy
Synonym(s): crimson, flush, reddish, ruby
Antonym(s): pale
EXAMPLE: Matt's sanguine complexion showed his embarrassment when the group gave him compliments.
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SINGLES AWARENESS DAY
On February 15th, Singles Awareness Day reminds us that there’s nothing wrong with being single. In fact, the day after Valentine’s Day points out all the ways that singledom benefits our communities and more.
There are several benefits to being unattached. Singles can come and go as they please with no regard to a partner’s schedule, wants or needs. Career opportunity? A single doesn’t need to consult a spouse before accepting an offer. It’s also easier for a single to keep up healthy habits. There isn’t anyone to sabotage their efforts to work out and eat healthily. Singles also tend to be more self-reliant and involved in their communities.
Singles come in all ages, too. Whether they’re single by choice or happenstance, recently single or pursuing singledom for the long haul, they tend to lead independent lives. However, that doesn’t mean they are alone. Singles may be raising a child or grandchild. They may be caring for a parent or sibling.
Despite the images of a spinster, a partying bachelor, a single’s lifestyle can take on quite a different look. They may take on many roles from a professional to a community leader, caregiver, and volunteer.
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NATIONAL GUMDROP DAY
Observed on February 15th, National Gumdrop Day recognizes a favorite candy of many; the gumdrop! There’s no question as to what to do. Eat gumdrops and eat as many as you want!
Gumdrops are a tasty, colorful, chewy candy that is made with gelatin and then coated with sugar. They come in a variety of flavors and can either be fruity or spicy. These little candy treats make terrific embellishments for decorating gingerbread houses and other baked goods.
The classic board game, Candy Land, features both a Gumdrop Pass and a Gumdrop Mountain.
Besides enjoying them by the handful, there are many other ways to use gumdrops:
- In cookies
- Decorate cakes or cupcakes
- In popcorn cake
- For crafts
- For gifts
You can also make gumdrops yourself. According to many recipes, you would need vegetable oil, sugar, corn syrup, fruit juice, powdered fruit pectin, baking soda, and food coloring.
Credit for the modern gumdrop goes to chemist and candy manufacturer Percy S. Truesdell. According to articles after his death in 1948, Truesdell took the once hard, poorly flavored glob of sugar and turned it into the smooth, chewy delight we enjoy today. While at the University of Ohio, the chemist altered the consistency of the candy by experimenting with the amount of starch used. He later worked for the Snyder-Chafee Company until 1915. In 1916, Truesdell founded and incorporated the P.S. Truesdell Candy Manufacturing Company. At his death, he became known as the Gumdrop King.
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On Deck for February 15, 2021
National Days
On Deck for February 16, 2021
National Days
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A rare photograph of the steamer Princess, taken in early 1859 by photographer Jay Dearborn Edwards at the Vicksburg, Natchez & New Orleans Packet Landing. Not long after this image was captured, the Princess was destroyed when her boiler room exploded. (Historic New Orleans Collection)
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mcdonalds back in the day. |
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Need help? Here are some tips for streaming from a phone from WWOZ's Video Director. |
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OnlineWire - New Orleans virtual gig calendar |
Virtual gig listings from New Orleans musicians, so you can support and enjoy live, local music. Without leaving home.
While normal gigs are not being held during the pandemic, we'll be updating the WWOZ OnlineWire, a calendar of virtual gigs, in the place of the regular WWOZ Livewire. These are happening on a variety of platforms-- mostly social media. We're sharing links when and where we can.
Many musicians are offering digital "tip jars" via Venmo or other payment systems during these sets. Stay in and support some live, local music! As always, listings are subject to change.
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New Orleans Jazz Museum
400 Esplanade Avenue
New Orleans
Watch on Facebook.
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TUESDAY Feb 16
AT 11:00 AM
Cooped Up and Cooking
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FAT TUESDAY PORCH CONCERT in Uptown! Come join me and The Octavians for a Mardi Gras Day celebration in Rocktavia at 2438 Octavia St., from 2pm-5pm. There are some epic house floats in the area that you have to see to believe! We’ll be playing some Mardi Gras classics as well as original songs off of our upcoming album: “Welcome to Rocktavia.” B.Y.O.B. Bring a chair. Wear a mask. Long live LIVE MUSIC!
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Mardi Gras Day!
Meet Author Holly Kern.
Tuesday, Feb., 16th. 12-1 pm
Get lunch. Get Free book.
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2-16-21
Jon Cleary New Orleans
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4 PM CST – 6 PM CST
Phil Melancon & His Baby Grand Piano at 24 frames in Canal Place Mall
Prytania Theatres at Canal Place
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4 PM CST – 6 PM CST
Price: Free · Duration: 2 hr
Prytania Theatre Presents...
Phil Melancon & His Baby Grand Piano at 24 frames in Canal Place Mall
Join us every Tueday & Saturday at our bar, 24 Frames! Phil Melancon takes over our Baby Grand Piano performing your favorite New Orleans Classics & Show Tunes in Phil's iconic New Orleans Style.
The Show Must Go On!
24 Frames Bar at Canal Place
in the Prytania Theatres at Canal Place
333 Canal Street, 3rd Floor
New Orleans, LA
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3143 Ponce De Leon St,
New Orleans, LA 70119
504 304 0635
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Swirl Wine Bar & Market
3143 Ponce de Leon Street
New Orleans, LA 70119
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wine by the glass
This could be you....enjoying a spritz at our outside tables with your best pooch! Yes we can now serve wine by the glass from our daily specials list for you to enjoy on our patio (15 people max) or our outside front tables (2 people per table). We have a rotating list of wines to choose from AND you can eat your to go food from @1000figs at Swirl! Yay!!!
Covid 19 Update - we are open for pickup, delivery and limited shopping AND you can now have a glass or a bottle on our patio or front tables or we can sell you a glass to go. No indoor consumption is permitted at this time. Please see our rules of engagement posted on the door and feel free to call with any questions, 504 304 0635 and don't forget your mask!
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Walter 'Wolfman' Washington & The Roadmasters
2-17-21
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Every Wednesday Streaming LIVE on StageIt from d.b.a in New Orleans.
Walter “Wolfman” Washington has been a mainstay in the New Orleans music scene since the early 1960s. He cut his teeth backing up some of the best singers and performers in New Orleans history including Lee Dorsey, Johnny Adams, and Irma Thomas before putting together his long time band The Roadmasters, who have been burning down and burning up local and national stages since their first gigs in the 1980s. This new record confirms what fans have known for years: Walter “Wolfman Washington has soul to go along with that fire.
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New Digital Museum Experience |
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Wednesday Bike Nite at Daisy Dukes
2-17-21
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- Daisy Dukes
- Recurring Recurring weekly on Wednesday
- Time: 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
- Price: Free to enter
- Daisy Dukes
- 1200 W Causeway Appr, Suite 13A, Mandeville, LA 70471
- (985) 951-2140
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1 PM CST – 5 PM CST
Luling Market at the Westbank Bridge Park
13825 River Rd, Luling, LA 70070-6219, United States
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The German Coast Farmers Market’s Westbank market takes place every Wednesday afternoon from 1-5pm at the Westbank Bridge Park on River Rd. in Luling. We’ll have lots of fresh, locally grown Fruit & Vegetables, Local Raw Honey, Chicken and Duck Eggs, fresh Sausages, Jams, Jellies, Pepper Jellies, Pickled Items, Salsa, Dips, Baked Goods, Infused Olive Oils and Vinegar, Crafts, Plants, Fresh Specialty Hot Foods such as Hot Tamale, plus lots more |
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Storyland: Open Wed. – Sun. 10am to 4:30pm (last entry at 4pm); limited admission; tickets on this link; limited admission
- Other Park playgrounds will open over time and will be announced on Park website and social media.
Open Wed. 10am to 8pm and Thurs.- Sun. 10am to 4:30pm; Wednesday is free entry for LA residents courtesy of The Helis Foundation;
City Putt; open Wed. – Sun. noon to 7pm
Café Du Monde: Open 7 days week, 8am to 8pm, take-away only
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Weekly Wednesday
Steak Night!
2-17-21
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Pre-Order Your Steak TODAY!
NEW STEAK This Week...
PRIME GRILLED STRIP STEAK w/ chimichurri sauce, sautéed green beans, Lyonnaise potatoes $19
add on 1/2 Bottle of Hartford Court, Russian River Valley, Pinot Noir $15
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Covington Farmers Market - Wednesday Lunch Market |
2-17-21
- Recurring Recurring weekly on Wednesday
- Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Price: Free
- Covington Trailhead
- 419 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, LA 70433
- (985) 966-1786
Produce in season and prepared foods for lunch or take-away. Held at the Covington Trailhead.
The Covington Farmers Market is held twice weekly, all year-round: 10am-2pm Wednesdays at the Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire St. and 8am-12pm Saturdays at 609 N. Columbia St, on the side lawn of the Covington Police Department. These events are rain or shine.
Wednesday market vendors sell prepared foods, lunches to-go, and some fresh produce, and occasionally features live music and cooking demos. Saturday market vendors sell vegetables, fruit, dairy, poultry, seafood, beef, wines, herbs, honey, baked goods, prepared foods, pastries, doggie treats, soaps, potted plants and more.
The public is invited to enjoy live music from the quaint gazebo as they shop for fresh and prepared foods, sample weekly cooking demonstrations, or just have a seat with a cup of coffee and enjoy the music and atmosphere. Occasional visits by area food trucks, too.
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Don’t forget Thursdays are always free at Ogden Museum for Louisiana residents, courtesy of The Helis Foundation’s Art for All program!
2-18-21
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Ogden Museum
925 Camp Street,
New Orleans , LA 70130
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TASTING ROOM OPEN
February 18
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Our normal hours are Thursday thru Sunday , Noon Until 4pm
Pontchartrain Vineyards
81250 Old Military Rd
Bush, LA 70431
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Thursday, February 18, 2021
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
3700 Orleans Ave
New Orleans, LA
Price: Free
Join us each week for our Free Wine Tasting! Every Thursday form 5 - 7 pm! Crescent City Farmers Market in our parking lot starting at 3 pm!
Live music starts at 6:30 pm!
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5 PM CST – 8 PM CST
Piano On A Truck Series at Zony Mash
Zony Mash Beer Project
3940 Thalia Street
New Orleans, LA 70125
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Today at 68°F Mostly Cloudy
Price: Free · Duration: 3 hr
Public
Piano on a Truck Series is presented by Maple Leaf Bar and is happening every Thursday at 5pm in our Spacious Beer Garden! We will have a fun night of Music, Beer, and Food from NOLA Cochon King BBQ.
Here's the lineup for the next couple weeks:
Feb 18th: Steve Detroy
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The Violin Channel to Launch New Original Concert Series
The Violin Channel is excited to announce the launch of Vanguard Concerts, a free 10-episode digital series featuring a lineup of today’s top string players
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The Vanguard Concerts lineup includes violinist Joshua Bell with pianist Alessio Bax, the Dover Quartet, Junction Trio, violinist Philippe Quint with pianist Jun Cho, violinists Nathan Meltzer and Kevin Zhu with pianist Rohan de Silva, violist Jordan Bak, violinist Charles Yang with pianist Peter Dugan, violinist Tessa Lark with pianist Amy Yang and guitarist Frank Vignola, and cellist Sophia Bacelar with pianist Noreen Cassidy-Polera and dancer Jamaii Melvin.
Co-produced by VC Founder Geoffrey John Davies, the Alphadyne Foundation, and veteran performing arts executive Charles Letourneau, each concert features a custom look and feel from Creative Director David Katzive.
“Our series was created with the sole purpose of helping artists during this time of crisis,” says VC Founder Geoffrey John Davies. “Not only are we paying them real fees for their performances, but we are also creating the ultimate promotional materials and giving the artists the right to use them at no cost in perpetuity.”
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Feb. 18
New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle,
City Park,
New Orleans, LA 70179
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Out of an abundance of caution and in consideration of the safety of visitors and staff, NOMA is temporarily revising our hours of operation.
through March 3, 2021, the museum will now be closed Monday through Wednesday.
NOMA will be open to visitors Thursday through Sunday, 10 AM – 6 PM. The Besthoff Sculpture Garden will remain open from Wednesday through Sunday from 9:30 AM through sundown (5 PM). During this interim period, Louisiana residents will receive free museum admission on Thursdays, courtesy of The Helis Foundation.
We are paying close attention to COVID-19 infection rates across our city and state. As per the medical and scientific experts, we are anticipating a spike in January and February following the holidays. NOMA will use this additional day of closure for sanitization protocols, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors and staff.
To ensure social distancing is in place, prepaid, contactless ticketing is encouraged for museum visits.
Thank you, as always, for your continued support!
Susan M. Taylor
The Montine McDaniel Freeman Director
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The coffeehouse
is serving !
All outdoor and acoustic.
On Friday nights only!
5110 Danneel St, New Orleans, LA 70115
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Join us this Friday (weather permitting) for our Sidewalk Serenade: A socially distant gathering of our Neutral Ground community.
We will invite one or two local musicians to serenade us from a safe distance, outside, as we share stories, laugh, sip our coffee, and sweat profusely.
Please bring cash, so you can support the coffeehouse and also tip the musicians. We miss you, and can't wait to see your beautiful (masked) faces again!
Please socialize responsibly! Masks are required for service, and encouraged while conversating.
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Phil Melancon
at piano of Superior Seafood
St. Charles and Napoleon
Feb 19
Fridays from 5-7
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This is Happy Hour. Drinks are reasonable, oysters are huge and cheap. The place is loud and crowded, so make a reservation
293-3474 or plan on waiting.
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Camellia City Market
February 20
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- Recurring Recurring weekly on Saturday
- Time: 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
- Price: Free
- Camellia City Market
- 1808 Front St., Slidell, LA 70458
- (985) 640-7112
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FREE to attend; product prices vary by vendor
Gretna's Farmers Market
Huey P. Long Ave. Between 3rd and 4th streets
Gretna, LA
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February 20
8:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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To introduce and maintain healthy habits, bring the kids to the farmer's market! Each Saturday, local vendors offer fresh fruits and vegetables, plants and flowers, dairy, meats, baked goods and prepared foods. Live music plays in the background while you shop. Teach your children the value of shopping local--for both personal and community health!
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Next Game:
Auburn
2/20/2021 | 3:00 PM
ESPN/2
98.1 FM
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Reserve your table today by giving us a call at 504.821.5009 |
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11 AM CST – 3 PM CST
Brunch with The Degas House & Museum, Your French Landmark!
Degas House
2306 Esplanade Ave
New Orleans, LA 70119
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Experience brunch at the Degas House & Museum, your French Landmark in New Orleans!
Indulge in delicious New Orleans style brunch delicacies with indoor parlor and outdoor (dog friendly) courtyard seating, while enjoying both art and history. We'll have the football game streaming on our big screen in the courtyard.
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Enjoy one of our delicious brunch dishes including one Mimosa or Bloody Mary for $25.
Enjoy Bottomless Mimosas or Creole Bloody Mary's for $15!
Social distancing is not a problem, as we are in compliance with CDC guidelines, so please remember your mask. We have our huge courtyard outside and more space inside for you safety and comfort.
Brunch will continue to run on both Saturday and Sunday every week!
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February 20
German Coast Farmers Market
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The German Coast Farmers Market is weekly market every Saturday Morning in Destrehan from 8am-12pm at 13786 River Road next to Ormond Plantation.
We’ll have lots of fresh, locally grown Fruit & Vegetables, along with Local Raw Honey, Fresh Farm Eggs, French Pastries, Jams, Jellies, Pepper Jellies, Pickled Items, Homemade Tortilla Chips, Salsa, Dips, Kettle Corn, Fresh Seafood, Artisan Breads, Specialty Hot Foods such as Hot Tamales, Gumbo, Pastalaya, Jambalaya, BBQ plates and sandwiches, plus lots more!
8 AM – 12 PM
13786 River Rd, Destrehan, Louisiana 70047
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Who Runs the World, Girls! |
WYES-TV is proud to present a new 26-part cooking series that turns the spotlight on women who are changing the culinary landscape of New Orleans in KITCHEN QUEENS: NEW ORLEANS.
Watch on both Louisiana PBS member stations, WYES and LPB, on Saturday, at 10am.
Each weekly episode will repeat on Sundays at 1:30pm.
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AFTERNOON TEA SERVICE WINDSOR COURT |
Le Salon at Windsor Court will open to offer its signature afternoon tea service on Saturdays and Sundays only. Service will be available between 11:00am and 2:00pm.
February 20, 2021
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6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Hyatt Centric French Quarter
New Orleans, LA
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6 PM CST – 9 PM CST
Dinner Detective Interactive Murder Mystery
Dinner Show
New Orleans Detective Murder Mystery
Dinner Show
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At The Dinner Detective, you’ll tackle a hilarious and challenging crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it! Our engaging and unique murder mystery dinner theatre performances have been playing across the country since 2004 |
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Mandeville Trailhead Community Market
February 20
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11 AM CST – 2 PM CST
Joe Krown Live
on the Piano at
Weekend Brunch
Red Fish Grill
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Today at 11 AM CST – 2 PM CST
Price: Free · Duration: 3 hr
Public
Featuring "New Orleans Piano, from Louis Armstrong to Fats Domino" -- live every Saturday and Sunday from 11 am - 2 pm! Thru February
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12 PM CST – 3 PM CST
SATURDAY SUNDAY
CAJUN BRUNCH
Palmettos On The Bayou
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Come enjoy LIVE Cajun music, delicious food, and refreshing cocktails on the Bayou every Saturday thru May.
1901 Bayou Ln
Slidell, LA 70458
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Sometimes supporting the community is as simple as buying the ticket and attending the event. This is one of those times.
For Tickets ($20 each)
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One of the oldest continuously operating community theaters in the United States, Playmakers was organized in 1955 as a non-profit, voluntary amateur theater. It is a charming venue located in the heart of the San Souci Forest 5 minutes north of Covington just off Lee Road.
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Chef Kevin Belton in his new cooking series — KEVIN BELTON’S NEW ORLEANS CELEBRATIONS! |
The 26-part series is a smorgasbord of delicious creations inspired by the vibrant festivals of New Orleans and the surrounding region. The series premieres on WYES on Saturday, at 9:30am. Each episode (26 in all) will repeat on Sundays at 1pm. Contact your local PBS station for airdates and times.
New Orleans is known as the Festival Capital of the World, hosting over 130 festivals each year that showcase the unique food and multicultural heritage of the city. In his new courtyard kitchen at the WYES-TV studios, Belton dishes up his twist on some of the city’s best-tasting food booth favorites, from Breakfast Jambalaya to a Shrimp and Crab Burger.
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Madisonville Maker's Market
- Recurring Recurring weekly on Sunday
- 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Price: Free
- Madisonville Ball Park & Playground
- Pine Street, Madisonville, LA 70447
- (985) 264-2328
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The Madisonville Market, put on by the Northshore Maker’s Market Foundation, is more than just a farmer’s market. It’s a place where the community can interact with local artisans, crafters, farmers, chefs and more as they share their passion for making handmade goods, homegrown produce and prepared foods.
The weekly market takes place each Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Madisonville Park & Playground, located on Pine Street near the 1000 block (closest cross street is Jahncke Ave.). Over 40 vendors offer hot and ready-to-eat foods, chocolates and candies, cookies and baked goods, jams and jellies, sauces and seasonings, flowers, plants, eggs, cheeses, fruits, veggies, local honey and selections by local vintners. Also, you'll find original art, handmade jewelry and accessories, hand-dyed fabrics, hand-sewn leather goods, wooden creations, soaps and body care products, health and wellness items, home decor items, baby clothes and hand sewn masks.
Shopping aside, families will enjoy the nearby playground, and be sure to look for on-site artists and massage therapists when you're ready to take a break from your shopping. There's also a concession stand on the ballfield with bottled water and sodas.
The non-profit Northshore Maker’s Market Foundation partners with local government, businesses, and other non-profit organizations to fund local projects such as the restoration of historic sites in Madisonville, and the education of young adults ages 14-24 in the arts, trades, agriculture, and entrepreneurship through donations, fundraisers, and mentorship efforts, all with an approach of attaining sustainable solutions for healthier living.
The Northshore Maker’s Market Foundation is sponsored by Resource Bank and local small businesses such as Flamjeaux Coffee Co., a small roasting house in Mandeville.
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Abita Springs
Art and Farmers Market
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Welcome Sun Heirloom Farms LLC!! They are a small farm located in Sun Louisiana. “All of our plants are heirloom strains from all over the world.” Robert Levin. Specializing in rare melons, exotic fruits, culinary herbs, flowers etc.
Sundays 11-3
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Pups & Pints BeauxGeaux at Chafunkta Brewing Co. |
- Recurring Recurring weekly on Sunday
- Time: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- Price: Free
- Chafunkta Brewing Company
- 69123 Skybrook Rd., Mandeville, LA 70471
- (985) 869-0716
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1043 Poland Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117-4739, United States
Sunday morning market with all local vendors. Breakfast, produce, and so much more. Check the weekly flyer for vendor list.
Free coffee if you bring a mug.
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Here are the dates of the 2021 Full Moons:
February 2021
The February 2021 Full Moon, also called the Full Snow Moon, will be on Saturday, February 27, 2021 03:17 EST or 08:17 UTC. This will be the third and last full moon of the Winter 2020-2021 season.
March 2021
The March 2021 Full Moon, also called the Full Worm Moon, on Sunday March 28, 2021 14:48 EST or 18:48 UTC. This will be the first full moon of the Spring 2021 season and the first full moon after spring equinox 2021.
The Vernal Equinox (Spring) will be on March 20, 2021 5:37 EST or 9:37 UTC, about a week before the March Full Moon.
April 2021
The April 2021 Full Moon, also called the Full Pink Moon, will be on Monday April 26, 2021 23:31 EST or April 27, 2021 03:31 UTC. This will be the second full moon of the Spring 2021 season.
May 2021
The May 2021 Full Moon, also called the Full Flower Moon, will be on Wednesday May 26, 2021 07:14 EST or 11:14 UTC. It will be the third full moon of the Spring 2021 season.
There will also be a Total Lunar Eclipse at the same time as the full moon, technically 5 minutes after the full moon peak.
June 2021
The June 2021 Full Moon, also called the Full Strawberry Moon, will be on Thursday June 24, 2021 14:40 EST or 18:40 UTC. This will be the first full moon of the Summer 2021 season as it occurs a few days after the Summer Solstice.
The Summer Solstice is on the calendar for June 20, 2021 23:32 EST or June 21, 2021 3:32 UTC.
July 2021
The July 2021 Full Moon, also called the Full Buck Moon, will be on Thursday July 23, 2021 22:37 EST or July 24, 2021 02:37 UTC. This will be the second full moon of the Summer 2021 season.
August 2021
The August 2021 Full Moon, also called the Full Sturgeon Moon, will be on Sunday August 22, 2021 08:02 EST or 12:02 UTC. This will be the third full moon of the Summer 2021 season.
And the August 2021 full moon will also be the third full moon of the Summer 2021 Season. As this season will have 4 full moons, this full moon will also be a seasonal blue moon.
September 2021
The September 2021 Full Moon, also called the Full Harvest Moon, will be on Monday September 20, 2021 19:55 EST or 23:55 UTC. This will be the fourth full moon of the Summer 2021 season.
The Autumn Equinox is on the calendar for September 22, 2021 15:21 EST or 19:21 UTC. As the September full moon will be closer to the Autumn Equinox than the October full moon, it will be called the Full Harvest Moon.
October 2021
The October 2021 Full Moon, also called the Full Hunter’s Moon will be on Wednesday, October 20, 2021 10:57 EST or 14:57 UTC.
November 2021
The November 2021 Full Moon, also called the Full Beaver Moon, will be on Friday November 19, 2021 03:58 EST or 8:58 UTC.
There will also be a penumbral lunar full moon eclipse during the November full moon, technically a few minutes after the peak. The moon will pass through the Earth’s penumbra resulting in a slight dimming of the moon’s surface. You likely won’t be able to tell the difference from a regular full moon.
December 2021
The December 2021 Full Moon, also called Full Cold Moon, will be on Saturday December 18, 2021 23:36 EST or December 19, 2021 04:36 UTC.
The Winter Solstice is on the calendar for December 21, 2021 10:59 EST or 15:59 UTC.
What are the names of 2021 full moons?
The names of the 2021 full moons are as follows:
- January: Full Wolf Moon
- February: Full Snow Moon
- March: Full Worm Moon
- April: Full Pink Moon
- May: Full Flower Moon
- June: Full Strawberry Moon
- July: Full Buck Moon
- August: Full Sturgeon Moon
- September: Full Harvest Moon
- October: Full Hunter’s Moon
- November: Full Beaver Moon
- December: Full Cold Moon
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Audubon Aquarium of the Americas Click here for tickets!
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FREE Audubon Zoo and Aquarium Days for Orleans Parish Residents |
Orleans Parish Appreciation Days 2021
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
On the first Thursday of the months this year, Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Aquarium of the Americas. Must bring present a valid government-issued photo ID at the front gate along with your tickets.
Audubon Zoo
On the third Wednesday of the months this year, Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Zoo. Must bring present a valid government-issued photo ID at the front gate along with your tickets.
FREE DAYS
March 4 - Aquarium
March 17 - Zoo
April 1 - Aquarium
April 21 - Zoo
May 6 - Aquarium
May 19 - Zoo
June 3 - Aquarium
June 16 - Zoo
July 1 - Aquarium
July 21 - Zoo
August 5 - Aquarium
August 18 - Zoo
September 2 - Aquarium
September 15 - Zoo
October 7 - Aquarium
October 20 - Zoo
November 4 - Aquarium
November 17 - Zoo
December 2 - Aquarium
December 15 - Zoo
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WYES SEASON OF PERSONAL CHEFS,
a 2021 version of WYES’ successful dining series WYES SEASON OF
GOOD TASTES,
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will take place from late January to late March and give restaurant customers a special dining experience, while making sure that all guidelines of social distancing are maintained. WYES SEASON OF PERSONAL CHEFS is a great way to support local restaurants and WYES.
The WYES SEASON OF PERSONAL CHEFS includes pickup dinner from six local restaurants, a bottle of wine from Bizou Wines and a virtual dinner party via Zoom with participating restaurant chefs!
Mosquito Supper Club Menu
March 1 - Chef Cynthia VuTran — Cafe Minh
March 9 - Chefs Amarys & Jordan Herndon – Palm&Pine
March 15 - Chef Rebecca Wilcomb – Gianna Restaurant
March 23 - Chef Kevin Belton – as featured in his WYES series (pickup WYES New Orleans)
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Upcoming 2021 Stewards of Children Open Enrollment Sessions (2-Hour Training):
- April 12, 6:00PM (ONLINE)
- May 3, 6:00PM (ONLINE)
- June 7, 6:00PM (ONLINE)
- July 5, 6:00PM (ONLINE)
- August 2, 6:00PM (ONLINE)
- September 13, 6:00PM (ONLINE)
- October 4, 6:00PM (ONLINE)
- November 1, 6:00PM (ONLINE)
- December 6, 6:00PM (ONLINE)
Upcoming 2021 Play It Safe! Open Enrollment Sessions (1-Hour Training):
- February 2, 6:00PM (ONLINE - Grade 1)
- March 2, 6:00PM (ONLINE - Grade 2)
- April 13, 6:00PM (ONLINE - Grade 3)
- May 4, 6:00PM (ONLINE - Grade 4)
- June 8, 6:00PM (ONLINE - Grade 5)
- July 6, 6:00PM (ONLINE - "Survivors," Grade 6)
- August 3, 6:00PM (ONLINE - "Sexting and Cyberbullying," Middle thru High School)
- September 14, 6:00PM (ONLINE - "It’s Harassment," Middle School)
- October 5, 6:00PM (ONLINE - "Relationships: Paint them Healthy," Middle thru High School)
- November 2, 6:00PM (ONLINE - "It’s Called Rape," Middle thru High School)
- December 7, 6:00PM (ONLINE - "Abuse of Power," Middle thru High School)
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Hope House Announces 2021 Schedule of FREE Abuse Prevention Trainings |
According to national statistics, 1 in 10 children will be sexually abused by their 18th birthday.
Children’s Advocacy Center - HopeHouse, a nonprofit organization that provides forensic interviews and free counseling to child abuse victims in St. Tammany and Washington parishes, will host monthly child abuse prevention trainings online for adults and children throughout 2021. Please see the attached press release for the complete schedule of online trainings for this year.
All trainings are FREE and will be conducted via Zoom meeting by Hope House’s expert team of authorized facilitators. The trainings are nationally acclaimed
Hope House to provide age-appropriate online trainings for adults and children
COVINGTON, LA (January 26, 2021) – Children’s Advocacy Center - Hope House, Stewards of Children online training dates:
CLICK HERE to learn more or to register for an upcoming training, or contact our prevention coordinator Jessica Fuselier directly at 985-892-3885 Ext 1.
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2:30 PM CST – 4:30 PM CST
Joe Krown at Dat Dog Frenchmen 1st Saturdays!
Dat Dog - Frenchmen
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Dat Dog - Frenchmen
2:30 PM CST – 4:30 PM CST
Price: Free · Duration: 2 hr
Public
King of Keys JOE KROWN is back on the balcony at Dat Dog Frenchmen, first Saturdays of the month: Feb 6, March 6, April 3. 2:30 pm - 4:30 pm!! Come boogie at a safe distance with us!
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Here a look at LSU’s 2021 football schedule: |
Sept. 4 at UCLA
Sept. 11 vs. McNeese State
Sept. 18 vs. Central Michigan
Sept. 25 at. Mississippi State
Oct. 2 vs. Auburn
Oct. 9 at Kentucky
Oct. 16 vs. Florida
Oct. 23 at Ole Miss
Oct. 30 bye
Nov. 6 at Alabama
Nov. 13 vs. Arkansas
Nov. 20 vs. ULM
Nov. 27 vs. Texas A&M
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Love New Orleans &
She'll Love You Back.
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.Sincerely,
Frank Stansbury
Lafete News
504-450-1955
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