DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS

Daylight Saving Time ends on the first Sunday in November at 2:00 AM.

The practice of Daylight saving time (DST) (also known as summer time) advances clocks during the summer months. It causes us to lose an hour for one day. However, the practice allows people to get up earlier in the morning and experience more daylight in the evening. Typically, users of DST adjust clocks forward one hour near the start of spring. Then, they change them back again in the autumn.

The system has received both advocacy and criticism. Setting clocks forward benefits retail business, sports, and other activities exploiting sunlight after working hours. However, the practice causes problems for evening entertainment and other activities tied to the sun or darkness. For example, farming and fireworks shows are both affected.

Although some early proponents of DST aimed to reduce evening use of incandescent lighting (formerly a primary use of electricity, modern heating and cooling), usage patterns differ greatly. Additionally, research about how DST currently affects energy use is limited or contradictory.

Problems sometimes caused by DST clock shifts include:

• they complicate timekeeping
• can disrupt meetings, travel, billing, record keeping, medical devices, heavy equipment,
• it especially impacts sleep patterns

Software can often adjust computer clocks automatically, but this can be limited and error-prone. Programming is particularly problematic when various jurisdictions change the dates and timings of DST changes.

NATIONAL LOVE YOUR RED HAIR DAY

National Love Your Red Hair Day celebrates the beauty of those gorgeous red tresses annually on November 5th. There's no reason to be shy. Redheads get the spotlight to show off the unique qualities of red hair. 

Many redheads feel like outcasts for having red hair. This celebration empowers redheads to feel confident, look amazing and rock their beauty. Red hair is more than a color; it's a lifestyle. Besides, redheads are rare. Less than 2 percent of the population is crowned with red hair. And those that are may very well be left-handed, too. 

• Lucille Ball
• Queen Elizabeth I
• Ron Howard
• Vincent van Gogh
• Rupert Grint
• Carol Burnett
• Bonnie Raitt
• Wynonna Judd
• Carrot Top

Most natural-born redheads (yes, some of us like the bottle) have brown eyes, followed by green or hazel. Coming in at 1% of the world’s population, the blue-eyed ginger is the rarest kind. 

And redheads do stand out in a crowd. So, each unique and impressively stunning redhead gets to show off their locks.

An exhibit of original works by Art Deco icon Erté will include almost 170 items as well as other period pieces that characterized the movement of style and design.

"Erté and the Era of Art Deco" will remain open through Jan. 3, 2024. 

Often called "the father of Art Deco," Romain de Tirtoff, known as Erté, was the central figure of the art and design evolution that emerged during the 1920s. The look featured stylized forms, geometric patterns, vibrant colors and sleek lines. Its influence flooded the world of art, fashion, architecture, furniture design, serviceware and more. 

An onyx and diamond swan bracelet will be part of the 'Erté and the Era of Art Deco' exhibit at M.S. Rau Antiques.

PROVIDED PHOTO

The Rau exhibit includes a large collection of the artist's original gouache paintings, used to create designs for fashion shows, clubs and stage performances.

Which amendment prohibited the sale of alcohol?

The 18th amendment

The 13th amendment

The 10th amendment

The 21st amendment

The No. 21 Tulane Green Wave (7-1) met a familiar opponent when they visited the East Carolina Pirates (1-7) on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at Bagwell Field at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium in an AAC battle.

10 Words That Sound Dirty But Aren't

Have you ever come across a word that made you do a double-take, thinking it had a naughty connotation, only to realize it was completely innocent? We've all been there, and it's always a good laugh once we realize our minds were playing tricks on us. In this blog post, we've compiled a list of 10 words that might sound dirty at first, but are actually harmless. So, prepare to chuckle and join us on this linguistic journey!

Bubble

Ah, the innocent bubble. It brings to mind childhood memories of blowing and popping them. However, in the realm of adult humor, it can sometimes conjure up images of a different kind of bubble bath. But fear not, this word remains firmly in the realm of clean and innocent fun.

Shaft

While the word "shaft" may instantly make some people blush, it has a variety of meanings that are completely non-explicit. It can refer to a long, narrow part of an object, like a golf club or a mine shaft. So, the next time you hear this word, keep your mind out of the gutter!

Trunk

We often associate the word "trunk" with elephants, but it can also refer to the storage compartment of a car. However, due to its proximity to another less-innocent word, it might raise a few eyebrows. Rest assured, though, this word is all about luggage and transportation, not anything of a scandalous nature.

Package

When someone mentions a "package," it's easy to let your mind wander to more adult interpretations. However, this word is often used to refer to a wrapped item or a parcel. So, before you let your imagination run wild, remember that not everything is as provocative as it may initially seem.

 The Big Easy Bicycle Fest

Lemann Park

Public 

Gear up, New Orleans! The 2nd annual #BigEasyBicycleFestival is this Nov. 5 at Lafitte Greenway! From live music & food to the Kids’ Bike Rodeo and a dazzling Bike Runway Show, there's something for everyone.

Lemann Park

1600 Lafitte St, New Orleans, LA 70112-3624, United States

Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein

comes to Jefferson Performing Arts Center just in time for Halloween!

The musical comedy is directed by Big Easy Award Winning Director Leslie Castay

(October 17, 2023—Metairie, Louisiana)—Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents a five-show run of the award-winning Broadway musical Mel Brooks’ Young Frankenstein, opening Friday, October 27^th at Jefferson Performing Arts Center and closing Sunday, November 5^th. The show is directed by Leslie Castay, who won Best Director of a Musical for the JPAS 2022 production of the multiple Big Easy Award-winning Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn.

The original Broadway production of Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein (2008) was nominated for 3 Tonys, 4 Drama Desk Awards, 2 Drama League Awards, and 5 Outer Critics Circle Awards—for which it won Best Musical. In 2009, it was nominated for a Grammy for “Best Musical Theater Album”. 

Based on the 1974 Mel Brooks (Spaceballs, Blazing Saddles) movie starring and co-written by Gene Wilder, Young Frankenstein follows the story of Frederick Frankenstein, the grandson of the infamous Dr. Victor Frankenstein. When Frederick inherits the family castle in Transylvania, he becomes obsessed with his grandfather’s reanimation experiments. Assisted by a bizarre cast of characters that include Igor, Inga, and Frau Blücher, Frederick attempts to bring a creature to life, just like his granddad—only to realize he’s created a monster problem.

Featuring music and lyrics written by Brooks, the musical offers even more hilarity and wordplay than the original movie with songs such as The Brain, Transylvania Mania, He Vas My Boyfriend, and Roll in the Hay. The goofiness and gags of the 1974 movie are enhanced by the song and dance numbers presented by a 22-person all-local cast with a dynamic ensemble of 15, led by these principal cast members:

Michael Paternostro*-DR. FREDERICK FRANKENSTEIN

Adriel Aviles-MONSTER

Scott Sauber-IGOR

Charlie Carr-INGA

Jennifer DeLatte-ELIZABETH BENNING

Meredith Long - Dieth*-FRAU BLUCHER

Adam Seagrave--THE HERMIT / INSPECTOR HANS KEMP

The production features a live orchestra conducted by Maestro Dennis Assaf with Ken Leach as Music Director, Jaune Buisson as Choreographer, Emery Foster as Scenic Designer, Olivia Winter as Props Designer, Stephen Thurber as Lighting Designer, and Eric Porter as Technical Director and Sound Designer. 

For a full cast and crew list and ticket information visit https://www.jpas.org/performance/young-frankenstein/ or call 504-885-2000 to purchase tickets by phone. 

SUN, 11/5/23 @ 2:00 PM TICKETS »

_Sundays

5:00* p.m. Rite II Jazz Mass in the Chapel

* Note: Our evening service will now be at 5:00 p.m. each Sunday.

Weekdays

Wednesday Noon Eucharist

Holy Eucharist & Healing Service in the Historic Chapel

8:00 a.m. Weekday Morning Prayer

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday in the Historic Chapel

Christ Episcopal Church | 120 S. New Hampshire Street, Covington, LA 70433

NATIONAL DONUT DAY

National Donut Day (also known as National Doughnut Day) on November 5th is one of two observed by donut lovers across the nation. The first Friday in June is the other day donuts steal the bakery case spotlight ready to tease their way into white bakery box and go home!

Visit the June page for more information on the other National Doughnut Day celebration.

History disputes the origin of the donut. One theory suggests Dutch settlers brought donuts to North America much like they brought other traditional American desserts. They receive credit for such desserts as the apple pie, cream pie and cobbler. 

Donut shapes are as varied as their history. Was the original donut round? If so, American Hanson Gregory laid claim to inventing the ring-shaped donut in 1847 while working onboard a lime-trading ship. Only 16 at the time, Gregory claims he punched a hole in the center of dough with the ship's tin pepper box. Later, he taught the technique to his mother.

Traveling further back in time, we look at an English cookbook. According to anthropologist Paul R. Mullins, an 1803 volume included donuts in the appendix of American recipes. However, the earliest recorded usage of the term donut is found in a short story in a Boston Times article about "fire-cakes and dough-nuts" published in 1808. 

A more commonly cited first written recording of the word is Washington Irving’s reference to donuts in 1809 in his History of New York. He described balls of sweetened dough, fried in hog’s fat. The author called them donuts. Today, these nuts of fried dough are called donut holes.

Another author, William Cullen Bryant describes donuts fried in lard in his book Picturesque America; Or, the Land We Live In which was published in 1872.

Donut versus Doughnut

• Print ads for cake and glazed donuts and doughnuts existed from at least 1896 in the United States.
• George W. Peck published Peck’s Bad Boy and his Pa in 1900. It contained the first known printed use of donut. In it, a character is quoted as saying, “Pa said he guessed he hadn’t got much appetite and he would just drink a cup of coffee and eat a donut.”
• In 1919, the Square Donut Company of America was founded. Square donuts offer an easier-to-package product.

The more traditional spelling is doughnut. However, both doughnut and donut are pervasive in American English.

Donuts come in a large variety of recipes, flavors and toppings. However, just like many pastries, we are only limited by imagination and the ingredients at hand. From syrups and jellies to sprinkles and custards, top them, fill them, bake them or fry them. Donuts have a mouth-watering way of glazing and dusting their way into our shopping carts. They also slip into the break room at work to share.  

On Deck for November 5, 2023

National Days

NATIONAL DONUT DAY

NATIONAL LOVE YOUR RED HAIR DAY

DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS

November 4th Celebrated History

1924

Upon being elected, Nellie T. Ross became the first woman governor in the United States.

1952

After a review of the coordination efforts regarding communications intelligence in the U.S. government, the National Security Agency is established.

1960

Dr. Jane Goodall observes chimpanzees creating tools for the first time. Before her observance, it was thought only humans created tools.

1973

Due to rising gas prices, the Netherlands establishes the first Car-Free Sunday.

2008

Barack Obama becomes the 44th United States President and the first biracial and first African American president.

November 4th Celebrated Birthdays

Will Rogers - 1879

The vaudeville and film actor was known for his performances in numerous westerns and comedies. He also authored six books and wrote a newspaper column called "Daily Telegrams" that often commented humorously on current events.

Harry Ferguson - 1884

With a love for aviation and motors, Ferguson built a modern tractor with a three-point linkage system. His design was so successful that by the end of his career, he merged with Massey Harris.

Ruth Handler - 1916

During World War II, Ruth and her husband Elliot and Harold Matson founded Mattel. In 1956, Ruth developed the doll known as Barbie, named after her daughter.

Walter Cronkite - 1916

Considered "the most trusted man in American," the television journalist anchored the CBS Evening News for almost 20 years.

Mary Sherman Morgan - 1921

Before there could be a rocket man, there was a rocket woman. In 1957, Morgan was the leading and first woman rocket fuel scientist. NASA turned to her to develop a fuel powerful enough to propel Explorer-I, America's first satellite, into obit.

Laura Bush - 1946

The former teacher and librarian served as the First Lady from 2001-2009. During her time in the White House, the First Lady implemented several programs in support of literacy.

Ralph Macchio - 1961

Best known for his role as Daniel LaRusso in The Karate Kid films, he also starred in The Outsiders and My Cousin Vinny. On television, he appeared in hit shows such as Ugly Betty and a revival of the Karate Kid in Cobra Kai.

Sean Combs - 1969

The award-winning rapper also goes by the names Puff Daddy, P Diddy, Puffy and Diddy. His rise to fame began in 1997 when his first single and debut album reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100. The artist has also developed successful acting and producing careers.

⚜️Derby Gisclair

1951: Club My-O-My

What started in the 1930s in the French Quarter as an after-hours campy nightclub featuring female impersonators that performed for both gay and straight customers. After losing their lease they moved out to West End and replaced the Wonder Bar. Locals and tourists alike came by the busload until the club was destroyed by fire in 1972. Shown here in 1951.

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Jerrytt Mon updated the group cover photo in New Orleans' Classic Memories: 1718 -1964.

This is Antoine's Restaurant which was and is still at 713 St. Louis St., New Orleans as seen in the 1930s. It was established in 1840 and has been ever, equally popular with tourists and locals alike.

Edward Branley

"Frenzy ends, business begins as Jax Brewery opens doors" - The Jackson Brewing Company operated across the street from Jackson Square from 1890 to 1974. Ten years later, the brewery re-opened as a shopping and dining center along the river. Times-Picayune, 28-October-1984.

The Fabacher family owned and operated the brewery, but used branded their beer for General (later President) Andrew Jackson. Pabst Blue Ribbon owns the JAX brand currently.

Derby Gisclair

1937: “How you like dem ersters, Mistah President?”

President Franklin D. Roosevelt was in New Orleans on April 29, 1937, for the dedication of Roosevelt Mall in City Park. His entourage also toured the Bonne Carre spillway, drove across the Huey P. Long Bridge, and made several others stops during his brief visit. The official agenda included luncheon at Antoine’s which was captured in the photograph below from the Information Services W.P.A of Louisiana in the archives of The Historic New Orleans Collection. The party was in the Mystery Room with the overflow of dignitaries and guests in the adjoining rooms.

The menu was comprised of a Champagne cocktail, Oysters Rockefeller, pompano, asparagus with Hollandaise sauce, Romaine and endive salad, a huge omelet souffle, and café Brulet. It was the Oysters Rockefeller that occasioned the famous question from Mayor Robert Maestri, “How you like dem ersters, Mistah President?”

To the left of the President is Louisiana Governor Richard Leche, and to the right are New Orleans Mayor Robert Maestri and Colonel James M. Thomson (publisher of the New Orleans Item). Also in the party was Leonard K. Nicholson (publisher of the Times-Picayune) and Harvey Couch.

St. Tammany’s big fall flings

BY JESSICA SAGGIO

•Nov. 3-5: Ozone Songwriters Festival

One of the north shore’s signature events for up-and-coming talent, the Ozone Songwriters Festival, the festival will host more than 130 local, regional and national music artists who will sing their hearts across four stages. The event features not only musical talent, but songwriting talent. A VIP Showcase will take place Nov. 3 at the Old Rail Brewing Company, with performances by event creator and Grammy-nominated recording artist Greg Barnhill, among others. Tickets for the showcase range from $65 to $130.

The following days will include performances and a songwriter contest where a winner will be selected for a one-song record deal. Specific details about this portion of the event and stage locations have not been finalized yet.

A songwriter workshop will also take place where budding artists can learn the ins and outs of studio recording, social media, engineering and more. The cost to attend the workshop is $40. More information on the workshop will be posted on the festival’s website at ozonemusic.org as details are announced.

“The festival gives new songwriters the chance to be in front of a live audience and have their songs heard, and to gain valuable stage experience, as well as get a reaction to their songs,” said Barnhill. “It’s also a great experience for the audience, for they might just be seeing the next Usher or Taylor Swift.”

•Nov. 10-12: Festival of the Lake

Our Lake of the Lake Roman Catholic Church will again host its annual fair at its campus on Lafitte Street in Mandeville. The free event will run 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Nov. 10-11, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 12. This year’s Festival of the Lake will include inflatables, a craft market, petting zoo, pony rides, sock hop, baseball mania, games, food, a “doggie dance” by the Northshore Humane Society and a host of live performances.

This year’s music lineup includes Bag of Donuts, Peyton Falgoust Band, Adam Pearce, and Christian Serpas & Ghost Town. Just be sure to bring chairs for the concert.

Activities at the festival will require tickets that can be purchased for 50 cents each. Early bird tickets will be available on the festival’s website at festivalofthelake.com.

•Nov. 11-12: 3 Rivers Art Festival

Touted as one of the largest juried art shows in the region, the 3 Rivers Art Festival returns to downtown Covington Nov. 11-12. The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. More than 200 juried artists from across the nation, and world in some cases, will line both sides of Columbia Street featuring myriad artistic mediums.

“We have everything,” said event coordinator Sarada Bonnett. “Woodworking, watercolor, metalsmithing, glass and everything in between. 2D, 3D paintings. You name it, it’s there.”

Artists were vetted from nearly 500 applicants, she said, and the festival has been recognized by Sunshine Artist as one of the best in the country. Artist awards will be presented at a special event on Saturday night.

Live music will feature Crispin Schroeder, Those Olivier’s, The Teche Two, Dr. Ben Redwine, Lake Ragan, Ghost Town Duo, Jude LeBlanc and Jake Gunter.

A tented food court will be set up for patrons, and a children’s village will keep the kiddos occupied with a hands-on dinosaur experience, children’s museum activities and canvas painting. A separate student art contest is also part of the event and winners will be awarded that Sunday at 2 p.m. For more, visit covingtonthreeriversartfestival.com.

THE DOOKY CHASE KITCHEN: LEAH’S LEGACY cooking series celebrates Leah Chase, the “Queen of Creole Cuisine.”

The 26-part cooking series, produced by WYES-TV in New Orleans, was shot on location at Dooky Chase’s Restaurant with dishes prepared by younger generations of the Chase family who have led the restaurant since Leah’s death in 2019.

Viewers will meet Leah’s grandson, Edgar “Dook” Chase IV, who now oversees the restaurant’s kitchen; her niece Cleo Robinson, who joined Leah in the kitchen in 1980; and the restaurant’s newest chef, Leah’s great-granddaughter Zoe Chase. Paired with some of the menus are specialty cocktails crafted by Leah’s granddaughter Eve Marie Haydel, the restaurant’s beverage manager who has updated drink recipes from the restaurant’s earlier days. Granddaughter Chase Kamata narrates. Each 30-minute episode explores a new take on Creole classics and a different chapter of the restaurant’s history.

See it every Saturday at 10am and on Sundays at 11:30am. Watch on WYES-TV and stream on wyes.org/live and on the WYES and PBS Apps. Out of WYES’ viewing area?

• 830 Conti St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
• (504) 577-2237

A @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm 

Dream House Burlesque Club

Dream House Lounge 401 Baronne St, New Orleans

Audacious NOLA & Dream House Lounge presents: Dream House Burlesque Club Enjoy award winning burlesque entertainment in the lush Dream House Lounge with dazzling showgirls, luminous conscious cocktails, full proof creations and occasional small bites. 7pm doors, 7:30pm show Limited capacity, reservations required. Tipping highly encouraged. Beverage packages available. Questions? tickets@missaudacious.com www.audaciousnola.com No Refunds. …

$25 – $35

FULL HOME SCHEDULE

 Mississippi Valley State at LSUMon, Nov 6 • Pete Maravich Assembly Center

 Nicholls at LSUFri, Nov 10 • Pete Maravich Assembly Center

 North Florida at LSUFri, Nov 24 • Pete Maravich Assembly Center

Southeastern Louisiana at LSUFri, Dec 1 • Pete Maravich Assembly Center Find tickets Kansas State at LSUSat, Dec 9 • Pete Maravich Assembly Center Find tickets Alabama State at LSUWed, Dec 13 • Pete Maravich Assembly Center Find tickets Lamar at LSUThu, Dec 21 • Pete Maravich Assembly Center Find tickets Northwestern State at LSUFri, Dec 29 • Pete Maravich Assembly Center Find tickets Vanderbilt at LSUTue, Jan 9 • Pete Maravich Assembly Center Find tickets Ole Miss at LSUWed, Jan 17 • Pete Maravich Assembly Center Find tickets

In Person Classes in New Orleans

Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm

"Shimmer" Bellydance Basics

For all levels. Ongoing

$60 per month or $18 drop in.

10 classes, used within 10 wk., $120

At: "The Movement Collective"

3921 St. Claude Ave, (Bywater)

New Orleans

 Tamalyn Dallal

Movement Collective - New Orleans

Public 

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Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm

Come and dance...

Bring veils, zils, and your hips to do lots of shimmies.

$18 per class, $60 per month

10 classes for $120

www.tamalyndallal.net

City of New Orleans to Host Infrastructure Industry Day and Job Fair on Tuesday, Nov. 7

NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans today announced that Mayor LaToya Cantrell and Deputy Chief Administrative Officer for Infrastructure Joseph Threat will host an Infrastructure Industry Day and City Job Fair at the New Orleans Ernest M. Morial Convention Center on Tuesday, Nov. 7, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This dual event aims to both allow networking with small and large businesses about upcoming infrastructure opportunities, challenges and best practices, as well as bring in talented individuals interested in contributing their skills and expertise to the City’s workforce.  

“As we continue to collectively navigate global inflation, supply chain delays and other lasting consequences of the pandemic, the City has remained steadfast in our efforts to deliver results for our people through the hard work of our over 4,000 City employees," said Mayor LaToya Cantrell. "With our efforts to not only continue improving our aging infrastructure citywide but also expanding and diversifying our economy, it is important that we also set our people up for success by exposing them to several high-demand opportunities right here in the city to ensure they can support themselves and their families for generations to come. This industry day and job fair presents several opportunities both for individuals seeking better employment and for businesses looking to work with the City to bring about more meaningful progress.”

The Cantrell Administration started this initiative in 2021 to showcase opportunities for jobs within City government, facilitate meaningful connections between job seekers and our valued teams and attract talented individuals who align with our mission, values and goals. Continuing to build upon our dedicated workforce of public servants will further contribute to the city’s growth and success. 

"These Infrastructure Industry Days offer great resources and opportunities for the contracting community, and we are thankful for the broad participation of local businesses,” said Threat. "The unprecedented amount of infrastructure improvements being done throughout the city, utilizing federal, state and local funds, is exciting, and it is providing economic opportunity to our local businesses. In addition to facilitating these important industry connections, we are also hosting a City Job Fair for our people to get connected to stable employment to help us continue to do the work."

The following City departments and agencies will be onsite participating in the job fair: 

• Civil Service Commission  
• Bureau of Purchasing (Procurement Office) 
• Department of Safety and Permits  
• Office of Workforce Development  
• Department of Property Management  
• Department of Parks and Parkways  
• Department of Public Works  
• Office of Homeless Services and Strategy  
• Orleans Parish Communication District  
• New Orleans Police Department
• New Orleans Emergency Medical Services
• New Orleans Fire Department  
• Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans  

A full list of departments hiring and available positions can be found on the City’s website.  

There will also be a General Session with Contracting Opportunities for Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Businesses from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Rooms 283 – 285. Following that, there will be a Prime Contractor/DBE Networking Session from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. in Rooms 286 and 287. 

November 8, 2023

Jazz @ the Sandbar Concert Times: 7:00 - 9:30pm.

Location: The Cove, Founders Road, UNO Lakefront Campus.



Admission: Free to all, but please consider making a donation of $10 or more to the George Brumat scholarship fund. Donations can be made at the door in cash or online via this LINK (make sure to select Brumat Scholarship Fund in the menu of donation options).

Jazz @ the Sandbar is presented by UNO Jazz Studies with support from the New Orleans Theater Association, Nate and Priscilla Gordon, Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro, and the New Orleans Jazz Celebration. For more information, call the UNO Music Department at (504) 280-6039 or New Orleans Jazz Celebration (504) 309-JAZZ, or visit us on the web at https://www.nojc.org/sandbar.

Parkway Bakery & Tavern is once again uniting with the Al Copeland Foundation (ACF), joined by fiery support from Crystal Hot Sauce, to save lives and end cancer.

Parkway Bakery and Tavern

538 N Hagan Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119-4911, United States

Nov 2023

Wed, Nov 8

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wed, Nov 15

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wed, Nov 22

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wed, Nov 29

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Commencing November 1st and available every Wednesday in November, Parkway will proudly serve its renowned Thanksgiving Poor Boy, brimming with roasted turkey, stuffing, gravy, and cranberry sauce as part of the annual #IDidItForTheTurkey fundraiser.

For loyal local enthusiasts who wish to support this cause, a $100 ticket is your pass to skip the line between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The "Skip the Line" ticket not only allows you to indulge in the Thanksgiving Poor Boy, but also includes a Commemorative Tee Shirt, Sweet Potato Fries, Fresh-Made Lemonade crafted by the talented Joshua Bertuglia, an ACF Junior Board Member, and a specially made Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Sandwich by New Orleans Ice Cream to round off your holiday feast. Patrons are encouraged to snap selfies while savoring their feast and use the hashtag #IDidItForTheTurkey for a chance to be featured on Parkway’s social media pages.

Tickets can be purchased conveniently at AlCopelandFoundation.org or in person every Wednesday at Parkway Bakery & Tavern, where the Al Copeland Foundation tent is set up. In the spirit of giving, a portion of the sales from buying the Thanksgiving Poor Boy without skipping the line also goes to the Al Copeland Foundation, ensuring that every patron can contribute to this essential cause.

Since 2008, the Al Copeland Foundation (ACF) has rallied support for a remarkable cause, raising over $2.3 million with one unwavering mission to save lives and end cancer with innovative cancer treatments. In under a decade, the foundation along with LSU Health andScience Center (LSUHSC) accomplished its main purpose which was to find a cure for the cancer that took Al Copeland Sr.’s life. More recently, ACF and LSUHSC received national recognition for its virtual clinical trial access program which provides accessibility through telehealth medicine. ACF continues to support providing access, awareness, and education to the latest cancer treatments for all age groups.

Philip Melancon

Ain't this ain't a trip? For the next two Wednesdays, November 1st and 8th Philip Melancon performs at the Gennifer Flowers Kelsto Club. The building is beautiful, the bar is . . . intimate. My shows run from 7 - 9, no cover (at least no admission), and, and beyond that your guess is as good as mine. If you are in the area, drop on in. We are directly across from Antoine's, love to see familiar . . . faces.

• 2023 Concert Series
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• Music lovers are invited to City Park for the popular Thursdays at Twilight concert series. Bring your friends and enjoy mint juleps and array of musicians indoors at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters (1 Victory Avenue, NOLA 70124). Admission is $15. Cocktails, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase. No outside food, drink or pets allowed. 
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• City Park policy states no refunds, rain checks or exchanges will be issued for fundraisers. In the event of cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, we ask ticket holders to consider their purchase a donation to the Park.
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• Gates Open - 5:00pm
• Performances - 6:00-8:00pm
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• Thursdays at Twilight is sponsored by the Louis and Virginia Clemente Foundation, Inc. with support from WWNO 89.9 FM.
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SUMMER SCHEDULE

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• November 9 - The Walrus and Electric Yat Quartet
• $15.00
• + fees
• The Walrus + Electric Yat Quartet brings The Beatles catalog to life with a string ensemble. They sold out their last appearance so get your tickets now!

Joan Of Arc Project

Get ready for the revival of our Joan of Arc Book Club!

Our first gathering is at the Rosa Keller Library in Broadmoor, hosted by our friends from Frenchmen art & Books, who will sell copies of the books for future discussions—and provide water, juice & snacks! Books are also available on site at Frenchmen Art & Books or at your favorite local bookstore!

Here’s our lineup:

The Maid and the Queen: The Secret History of Joan of Arc by Nancy Goldstone

Discussion: Saturday Nov. 11

10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Rosa F Keller Community Center Meeting Room

4300 S Broad St, New Orleans, LA, 70125

The Hundred Years War: 1337-1453 by Anne Curry

Discussion: Saturday March 2

10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Location to be announced

Smoke City by Keith Rosson

Discussion: Saturday June 1

10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Location to be announced

Tulane vs Tulsa will Kickoff at 11:00am CT on ESPN2

 vs Tulsa Sat, Nov 11at Yulman Stadium

Dog Adoption Event - TODAY

~ Every Saturday, 10am-4pm ~

Petsmart @ 1000 S Clearview Pkwy

Big dogs

Small dogs

Puppies

Seniors

Just looking to play with some pups? That's cool too! Need some volunteer opportunities? Sign up! Looking to foster! You're the best!

Hosted by Rolling River Rescue and Greta's Ark Rescue

Martha AbolishIce Alguera

Save the Date for the OG "mermaid" parade honoring the Great Mother, YEMAYA!!!!! Mother of all fish and protectress of women, children. Let's talk about preserving and cleaning our waters.

We do this parade/procession with Spirit guiding us and Yemaya always directing our path.

Yes the beautiful costuming is always fun and encouraged but this is more of a spirit walk from the Bayou to the River to the sound of the @yemayayas777 and @tamojuntonola providing backing music.

Stay tuned for info on song rehearsals. Come sing with us! Collective singing is healing.

Event by Tom Harvey

3802 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70117-5720, United States

Duration: 4 hr

Public 

Sunday, Nov 12th 'The Gardenaires' would like to invite you to some live music and refreshing drinks in the Bywater Art Lofts Garden from 2-6pm. Past musical guests Include • Lynn Drury • Papa Mali • Tom Harvey • Casandra Faulconer • Jonathan Freilich • Ken Swartz • Dhani Adomaitis • Ana De Ferreira • LaLa Sol • Paula Mangum • Greg Kutcher • Stella Salmen • Sunset Satsang and more!

Donation based / cash and venmo.

Bringing festival chairs is recommended. 

Please help keep our garden clean. Leave no trace.

In partnership with CRC We Care, We Share, we will be providing Thanksgiving Meals to the community. The past year has been challenging for many, and this is a simple way for us to say, “We see you, and we are here for you!” 

We will distribute boxes of food containing a frozen turkey (if available) or ham along with non-perishable food items. No voucher necessary. 

• Nov 18, 2023
• 9am–12pm

LOCATION

Vineyard Church of New Orleans

4340 Sal Lentini Pkwy

Kenner, LA 70065

8am-Noon: Hammond Farmers & Artisans Market

Start the day at a festive holiday Hammond Farmers & Artisans Market in Railroad Park. The market will feature over 40 farmers and artisan vendors with hand-crafted and high-quality items along with live music, giveaways, activities, and more! More information coming soon.

The market accepts SNAP and offers $50 SNAP match per customer per market visit. 

Noon-3PM: Jingle Jubilee at LCDC

The Louisiana Children's Discovery Center is hosting a Jingle Jubliee for Starry Saturday. Enjoy all the museum offerings with special holiday add-ons: pictures with Santa, cookie decorating, and hot cocoa station just to name a few! More information coming soon. 

4-7PM: Holiday Wine & Cheese Walk

Downtown becomes even more festive with a Holiday Wine & Cheese Walk. Enjoy curated wine and cheese pairings, as well as special sips & snacks, available for tasting at dozens of downtown businesses.

Ticket sales starting November 1st!

Tickets are available for $35 if purchased by November 17th. Limited tickets will be available on-site for $40. Individuals must be 21 years or older to participate.

4-8PM: Movie Night Under The Stars

In partnership with the Rotary Club of Hammond, the night will conclude with Movie Night Under The Stars in Cate Square Park. Entry is FREE!  A showing of Home Alone starts at 6PM.

Starting at 4pm, bring the family to the park to enjoy festive holiday lights & displays, holiday music, performances by local school and dance groups, train rides, and more!

Train rides will run from 4-6PM. Tickets are available on-site only for $5 per person (ages 2 & under are free). Tickets are first-come-first serve. Route TBD. 

Rotary Concession Stand offers popcorn, soft drinks, hot cocoa, candy, hamburgers, and hotdogs. Cash and credit cards accepted.

Bring canned goods and pantry staples to donate to a food drive for Our Daily Bread.

6-9PM: 106 Night Market

We are partnering with the 106 Night Market to feature local artists and handmade gifts in Railroad Park. Vendor registration will be available on October 18th. For any immediate questions, please email 106nightmarket@gmail.com

Chad Blouin· 

LSU WOMENS BASKETBALL WILL HAVE 17

GAMES NATIONALLY TELEVISED :

The Southeastern Conference announced its women’s basketball television schedule for the upcoming season Wednesday afternoon and LSU will be featured in 17 televised games on the ESPN family of networks throughout the year.

As the defending national champions, LSU will be featured on ESPN at least five times with the other television games coming on either ESPN2 or the SEC Network. Every one of LSU’s conference games except for one will be televised.

In addition to the 17 televised games, all of LSU’s home games will be available to watch online with SEC Network +. Both of LSU’s two non-conference road games at Southeastern and Coppin State will have streaming options as well. When the Tigers play in the Cayman Island Classic, both games will be available to watch on FloHoops.

A television announcement for LSU’s season opener against Colorado at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Series in Las Vegas will be made at a later date.

LSU Women’s Basketball 2023-24 Season Television Schedule:

Nov. 30 vs. Virginia Tech

8 p.m. - ESPN

Dec. 17 vs. Northwestern St.

2 p.m. - SEC Network

Jan. 4 vs. Missouri

8 p.m. - SEC Network

Jan. 7 at Ole Miss

2 p.m. - ESPN

Jan. 14 at Auburn

2 p.m. - ESPN

Jan 18 at Alabama

8 p.m. - SEC Network

Jan. 21 vs. Arkansas

TBD - ESPN/ESPN2

Jan 25 vs. South Carolina

7 p.m. - ESPN

Jan. 19 at Mississippi St.

6 p.m. - ESPN2

Feb. 4 vs. Florida

1 p.m. - SEC Network

Feb. 8 at Vanderbilt

8 p.m. - SEC Network

Feb 11 vs. Alabama

3 p.m. - ESPN2/ SEC Network

Feb. 19 at Texas A&M

6 p.m. - SEC Network

Feb. 22 vs. Auburn

8 p.m. - SEC Network

Feb. 25 at Tennessee

11 a.m. - ESPN

Feb. 29 at Georgia

8 p.m. - ESPN2

Mar. 3 vs. Kentucky

1 p.m. - SEC Network

Join us for a lovely afternoon ushering in the holiday season at the New Orleans Women’s Opera Guild Eggnog event! There will be great shopping with our holiday boutique vendors, fabulous catering by Chez Nous, amazing music by Jim Walpole, and so much more.

In partnership with CRC We Care, We Share, we will be providing Christmas Meals to the community. The past year has been challenging for many, and this is a simple way for us to say, “We see you, and we are here for you!” 

We will distribute 1500 boxes of food containing a frozen turkey (if available) or ham along with non-perishable food items while supplies last.

• NO VOUCHERS NEEDED
• When you arrive, please follow the directions of our volunteers. 
• We will load the food directly into your vehicle.
• Dec 16, 2023
• 9am–12pm

LOCATION

Vineyard Church of New Orleans

4340 Sal Lentini Pkwy

Kenner, LA 70065

Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

Sponsored · Paid for by Office of the Lieutenant Governor 

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Exciting news from the Office of Lt. Governor and the Office of Tourism! We're thrilled to announce the stunning new design for our float as we gear up for our 3rd year in the 2024 Rose Parade in Pasadena, California.

This year’s theme is “Celebrating a World of Music: The Universal Language." Our float features a larger-than-life Mardi Gras jester, fleur de lis, second-line inspired umbrellas, and lots of purple, green, and gold.