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Navy Day on October 27th salutes all of the military personnel who have served, both past and present, in the United States Navy.
The United States Navy (USN) is the United States Armed Forces’ naval warfare service branch and one of the seven uniformed services of the United States. The U.S. Navy currently stands as the largest, most powerful navy in the world, with the highest combined battle fleet tonnage. The service engages over 340,000 personnel on active duty and more than 71,000 in the Navy Reserve.
Navy History
Throughout the Revolutionary War, the Navy’s importance grew. Today, the United States maintains 40 naval bases across the country, including the world’s largest Naval Station Norfolk, in Norfolk, Virginia.
Below the sea, submarines became a part of the Navy during World War II. While experiments began in the late 1800s and during the Civil War, they did not join a large part of the Navy inventory until World War II. At that point, subs became necessary for surveillance and rescue, even though they were also armed.
With the advent of the airplane, the Navy became vital stations for the Airforce as well. As a result, the Navy modified ships into floating landing strips. Today, joint Naval and Airbases such as Pearl Harbor-Hickam provided necessary fleets of the sea and air defense.
Theodore Roosevelt and the Navy
Between 1922 and 1972, the Navy celebrated its birthday on October 27th to honor President Theodore Roosevelt’s birth. He elevated the U.S. Navy to a premier fighting force. During his term as Assistant Secretary of the Navy, he built up the power and strength of the U.S. Navy. Roosevelt’s pursuit of the naval aircraft advanced the U.S. Navy. As president, Roosevelt was the first president to submerge in a submarine and also the first to fly. His support of the Navy led the former Secretary of the Navy, John F. Lehman, to say, Theodore Roosevelt “was one of the architects of our modern Navy.”
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FEATURED VIDEOS:
Happy 245th Birthday to the United States Navy
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The National WWII Museum wishes the US Navy a happy 245th birthday while commemorating victory at sea and the 75th anniversary of the end of World War II.
Honor, courage, and commitment have been the core values of US Navy sailors for over 200 years. As we look at the Navy’s victory at sea during World War II, we highlight four sailors stories that are told here at The National WWII Museum.
On October 27, 1945 a representative group of 47 US Navy ships paraded in New York harbor to celebrate Navy Day and the end of the war. They were greeted by US President Harry S. Truman and over five million jubilant Americans.
FEATURED ARTICLES
Cities, birds, and denizens of the deep. Three items which on the surface have nothing in common, yet they were all conventions for naming US warships in the WWII era.
Also be sure to check out some of our favorite online Navy content below.
To celebrate the end of the war and the journey back to the United States, US Navy ships often flew long pennants to commemorate their time overseas.
In 1942, a submarine skipper grew frustrated when a requisition for an essential item was cancelled. His response is still famous in the Navy today.
Ever wondered how to feed hundreds of sailors on a US Navy ship? The Cook Book of the United States Navy has the answer.
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The popularity of early voting here is reflected statewide. As of Saturday, a full two days before the end of early voting, more than 761,000 votes had been cast, easily topping the previous record of 531,555 set in 2016. |
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Hurricane conditions from Zeta are expected to reach Louisiana's coast late Wednesday, forecasters said.
Dangerous storm surge, damaging winds and heavy rainfall are possible in southeast Louisiana.
As of 10 a.m. Tuesday, Tropical Storm Zeta was entering the Gulf of Mexico on its path toward landfall in Louisiana. The most recent track shifted slightly east, putting it closer to the Louisiana/Mississippi border.
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Zeta now a cat. 1 hurricane. Sandbags available Tues, 8a-12p as supplies last. Neutral ground parking begins Tues at 6pm.
The City of New Orleans is issuing a voluntary evacuation order for areas outside of the levee system, including Venetian Isles, Lake Catherine & Irish Bayou starting 6pm Tuesday. 4-6 feet of storm surge is expected.
Hurricane & Storm Surge Warnings issued for NOLA. Storm Surge Warning applies to areas outside levee system
If you or a loved one needs extra help during storm due to age, ability, or medical condition, call 311
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Most Haunted Spots in New Orleans
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New Orleans is full of spooky spots just waiting to be explored in and around the French Quarter. Why not grab a go-cup and take a stroll? Here are the
most haunted places
in New Orleans.
9. Hotel Monteleone – Legend has it, the 14th floor (actually the 13th floor) of Hotel Monteleone is home to some paranormal activity. Guests have reported hearing the footsteps of Maurice Begere, the young ghost child who haunts the hotel.
10. Napoleon House – The second floor of this building was an infirmary during the Civil War. As night approaches, a soldier in gray can be seen on the balcony.
Right now, most significant threat to NOLA is strong & damaging winds. Secure outdoor decorations & objects that could become projectiles.
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NORD and Converse are partnering to give away a *FREE* pair of Converse Shoes to Youth in New Orleans as part of the Converse & Good360 initiative.
To sign up, please follow the instructions below.
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Visit nordc.org/converse and view the calendar at the top of the page.
- Select your pick up location (Rec Center).
- Select your youth shoe size at your selected rec center.
- Fill out the registration form.
- Print out your completed registration form.
- Bring your printed registration form to your selected rec center on Saturday, November 14 between 10:00 am - 2:00 pm to pick up your *FREE* pair of Converse shoes.
Sizes 4-13 (Men & Women Sizes)
One pair per person.
For youth ages 18 and under.
Must register on www.nordc.org/converse and bring confirmation form to receive shoes on Nov. 14, 2020 at designated rec center location.
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There is no line for free testing at Trinity Community Center (3908 Joliet St). Walk-up site with parking available.
Due to Zeta prep, the drive-thru COVID19 testing sites run by the LA National Guard will close Tues. & Wed
Alario Center
2000 Segnete Boulevard
Westwego, LA 70094
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HIGH-CAPACITY, DRIVE-THRU COVID-19 TESTING TO BEGIN IN NEW ORLEANS |
Drive-thru COVID testing cancelled Fri & Sat as National Guard mobilizes for Delta response
NEW ORLEANS —
Pre-registration is available but is not required. Individuals who pre-register at DoINeedACovid19Test.com will be directed to an express lane; those who do not pre-register will be directed to the regular lane where they can relay contact and health information to staff.
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What You Need To Know About NOLAween |
Since we cannot engage in most of our normal Halloween activities this year due to the pandemic and social distancing rules many event organizers are trying something new this year. Now Mardi Gras World wants to help you get into the Halloween spirit. Since Krewe of Boo, the Halloween Parade, won’t be able to roll, Mardi Gras World invites you to check out your favorite Halloween floats at their facility. The event is called NOLAween and will go on through October.
There will be Halloween scenes and a scavenger at NOLAween:
We’re celebrating the Halloween season by bringing out our Halloween props in 15 autumn scenes for you to interact, photograph, and make Halloween memories with.
NOLAween is fun for the entire family. Organizers say face masks will be required and costumes are highly desired at the event. Tickets are $14 for kids and $22 for adults. Apply code: NOLAween at online checkout to save $4.
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Traffic Advisory: Temporary Closure on Royal Street |
NEW ORLEANS — New Orleans, Department of Public Works’ construction contractor, Boh Bros. Construction Company, LLC will close the 400 block of Royal Street to vehicular traffic for approximately 10 days to accommodate utility upgrades. The street closure will begin each morning at 8 a.m. and reopen to vehicular traffic at 5 p.m. each evening. Public safety is our priority; residents and commuters are reminded to use caution when driving, bicycling and walking near the construction site. There will be an NOPD traffic detail during this work to assist pedestrians and motorists.
The City is in the process of designing a full reconstruction project of Conti Street between Bourbon and Chartres streets. Entergy Gas and Entergy Electric are upgrading their utilities in advance of the City's project to avoid conflicts during construction and potential construction delays.
Questions about this project or RoadworkNOLA should be directed to 504.658.ROAD (7623) or [email protected].
ABOUT ROADWORKNOLA
The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) and Sewerage and Water Board of New Orleans (SWBNO) are working together to implement an unprecedented program to restore our damaged infrastructure. Using local and federal funds, the $2.3 billion program is the most comprehensive that our region has seen in a generation
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Day 2 - Tuesday October 27
10 am CT - Danny Barker, live from Memphis 1970
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Danny Barker was a friend of WWOZ from the beginning. At one point in the early days, he came by the station with a reel-to-reel tape recording of his 1970 performance at the Memphis Blues Festival from his personal archive, for the station to copy for broadcast use. This is a rare live performance of Danny at his best.
Special sponsors of the day are Cheryl and Pierre Champagne of the 400,000-plus former LSUNO and UNO students
Day 3 - Wednesday October 28
12 pm CT - John Boutte and Uptown Okra, 2002
In 2002, singer John Boutte teamed with the bluegrass band Uptown Okra to record an album. They played together at Jazz Fest on the Lagniappe Stage that year, and later that same day, May 4, 2002, WWOZ broadcast a live set they performed at a private evening party.
Special sponsors of the day is the Son Chaser Social Club in Cassville WI
Day 4 - Thursday October 29
12 pm CT - Hadda Brooks at WWOZ Piano Night in 2002
Hadda Brooks, the Queen of the Boogie, had a long and glamorous life -- she sang in nightclubs around the world, and performed in Hollywood movies, including one with Humphrey Bogart. She visited WWOZ several times in her final years, and became friends with show host Michael Dominici. She played WWOZ's Piano Night in 2002, at the age of 85, less than a year before she passed.
Special sponsor of the day is the New Orleans Hash House Harriers' Red Dress Run
Day 5 - Friday October 30
10 am CT - Dr Michael White and Gregg Stafford, live at Tipitina's, 2005
In 2005, Clarinetist Dr Michael White and trumpeter Gregg Stafford, who had played together for more than 20 years, performed at a special evening at Tipitina's honoring the Putumayo record label. Their band included Wendell Eugene on trombone, Herman LeBeaux on drums, Steve Pistorius on piano, Kerry Lewis on bass, and Detroit Brooks on banjo. The set was broadcast by WWOZ.
Special sponsors of the day are Team Rightside with Gardner Realtors - Sam Poche and Jennifer Saltaformaggio
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You Might Be A New Orleanian If You Know The Meaning Of
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11. Laissez Les Bon Temps Rouler
Let the good times roll! After all, New Orleans is all about passing a good time.
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TUESDAY Oct. 27
AT 11:00 AM
Cooped Up and Cooking
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Fall weather calls for something you can carve into—and if it's not a pumpkin, it should be a turkey! Chef Nino is back This Tuesday, October 27, noon EST with his Italian Roasted Turkey Breast on this week’s Cooped Up and Cooking. This savory, but lean take on dinner won’t disappoint. #ThatsHumanCare
Here’s what you’ll need: one turkey breast; two sprigs fresh rosemary (two teaspoons finely cut or three teaspoons dried); four cloves of fresh garlic, finely cut; one teaspoon sea salt; one teaspoon cracked black pepper; ¼ cup first cold-pressed olive oil; heavy-duty aluminum foil, large cut to 18 inches. Don’t worry if you don’t have all the ingredients—our chef will talk you through substitutions.
Need a reminder about this event? Just click “Get Reminder” below, and you’ll get notified before Chef Nino begins.
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TUESDAY, OCT. 27 | NOON
WEBINAR IS FREE; RSVP REQUIRED
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Join PRAL-NOLA and Tulane University School of Professional Advancement faculty members to learn how the university is preparing students for the workforce in the age of COVID-19.
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New Digital Museum Experience |
Join The National WWII Museum for a Meet the Author webinar with New York Times bestselling author Alan Gratz. Museum educator Kate Fitzgerald will interview Alan Gratz about his young adult book, Refugee.
Join us to hear the incredible story of the greatest female spy in history from one of Britain’s most acclaimed historians: Ben Macintyre.
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It's Louisiana Resident Discount Month at the WWII Museum. Enjoy 50% off Museum Campus Pass - click here to get your tickets.
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LET THEIR STORIES INSPIRE YOURS |
The whole family can find inspiration in timeless stories of sacrifice and resilience. With new safety procedures in place, including timed ticketing, reduced capacity to enable social distancing, enhanced cleaning, and more, the WWII Museum is ready to welcome you back safely. Now is a great time to see what TripAdvisor calls the #1 attraction in New Orleans, the #3 museum in the United States, and the #8 museum in the world! And, during the month of October, Louisiana residents get half off our Museum Campus Pass with a state-issued photo ID.
Special Exhibits
Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War II: Activated on January 20, 1944, the 23rd Headquarters Special Troops, known as the “Ghost Army,” was the first mobile, multimedia, tactical deception unit in US Army history. Consisting of an authorized strength of 82 officers and 1,023 men under the command of Army veteran Colonel Harry L. Reeder, this unique and top-secret unit was capable of simulating two whole divisions—approximately 30,000 men—and used visual, sonic, and radio deception to fool German forces during World War II’s final year. Now, through The National WWII Museum’s newest special exhibit, Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War II, visitors can learn the story of the 23rd and their role in Allied victory through featured artifacts such as artwork, uniforms, an inflatable tank, and more.
Remembered Light: Glass Fragments from World War II, the McDonald Windows is a collection of 25 art pieces produced by Atelier Le Roux in Oakland, California, using shards of glass from damaged and destroyed European churches collected during World War II by the late US Army Episcopal chaplain Frederick McDonald. McDonald, who served under General Omar Bradley in the 12th Army Group through war-torn Europe, collected shards of stained glass and other mementos from desecrated sanctuary sites he visited from 1944 to 1945 after he first encountered a church in England destroyed by bombing and was heartbroken by the ruins.
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2 PM – 4:30 PM
- 513 Octavia Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
Read more and pre-order a signed copy of PAYTON AND BREES at
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OCT
27
Jeff Duncan - Payton and Brees: The Men Who Built the Greatest Offense in NFL History
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Please join us for a "Covid-Safe" book-signing with sports writer Jeff Duncan featuring his new book, PAYTON AND BREES, a rare, behind the scenes look at the Saints over more than 14 seasons
As the city was rebuilding following Hurricane Katrina, Sean Payton arrived in 2006 as a relative unknown, a first-time NFL head coach tasked with resurrecting a New Orleans Saints team that had just finished 3-13. Two months after Payton was hired, the Saints signed a free agent quarterback who was cast aside by the San Diego Chargers: Drew Brees. Together, these two underdogs joined forces and transformed the Saints from laughingstock to juggernaut. Payton's bold play-calling proved the perfect match for Brees, who threw a league-leading and franchise record 4,418 passing yards as the Saints advanced to the NFC championship game. Three seasons later, the Saints were Super Bowl champions. Payton and Brees is the definitive account of how this dynamic duo transformed a team, a city, and the game of football.
Jeff Duncan is a columnist for The Athletic New Orleans and previously covered the Saints for the Times-Picayune. He is the author of Tales from the Saints Sideline and From Bags to Riches
You must wear a mask to enter the store.
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FOX 8 partners with New Orleans City Park to host Candy Cruise, a safe and socially-distanced Halloween event, set for Oct. 27 – rain or shine.
This is a free event.
Families can visit City Park for the inaugural drive-through trick-or-treat from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Cars must be in line by 8 p.m.
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Start: Oct 27th at 5:00 pm
End: Oct 27th at 8:00 pm
Free Admission
Come one, come all, but come in a car and in a costume to Candy Cruise in City Park! Families dressed in costumes will cruise their cars up and down Roosevelt Mall in City Park with their car windows rolled down to receive candy from local costumed characters. See anchors from WVUE FOX 8, Mister Bingle as a privateer, iHeartRadio station talent, zombies from The Mortuary, an ambulance, firetruck and more - plus everyone will be in costume (and wearing a mask)! The event is free but we do expect a crowd, so arrive early! Adults, we know you love candy too but this event is for kids. Kids must be in the car with you and they will be handed candy.
Guests must arrive in a vehicle and be in a seatbelt at all times (no bikes, motorcycles, sitting in the bed of a truck, or pedestrians). No exceptions will be made. Guests must remain in their cars for the entire duration of the route.
The event will end at 8pm with a police car stopping the line at City Park Ave. and Marconi or if we run out of candy (whichever is first).
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New Orleans Jazz Museum
400 Esplanade Avenue
New Orleans
Watch on Facebook.
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OCT
27
Cutting Contest: Tuba Skinny vs James Williams live on the New Orleans Jazz Museum Balcony
James Williams and Tuba Skinny will compete live for the New Orleans Jazz Museum's socially-distant balcony concert series on Tuesday, October 27, at 5pm CDT.
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Escape to a glittering New Orleans garden this fall at these enchanting Candlelight classical music concerts. The series showcases classical music performances in an utterly magical setting at Paradigm Gardens, as top musicians are completely surrounded by flickering candlelight. 🎻🎻🕯🕯🕯🕯
Concerts:
• Candlelight Open Air: Featuring Vivaldi’s Four Seasons and More
• Candlelight Open Air: Celebrating 250 Years of Beethoven
Whether you’re looking for a beautifully unique classical music performance or a romantic candlelit experience, these performances are for you! You don’t need to know all things Vivaldi or Beethoven to enjoy the evening, simply sit back and savor the stunning atmosphere and pieces you’ll hear. Walk into the exquisite candlelight in the Paradigm Gardens, a truly magical atmosphere. Prepare to be taken into the clouds with the most treasured masterpieces! 🎶🎻🕯
General Information
🎵 Music: Performed by Listeso String Quartet
👉 A very intimate atmosphere will be created, as there will be candles that will illuminate the space. For the safety of our audience, all of the candlelight will be provided through flameless candles. Please note for our open-air shows, the 6:00 pm performance will take place during daylight hours, and the space will not be as dark.
📅 Dates and times: Various dates at 6:00 pm and 9:00pm.
⏳ Duration: The concert will be 1 hour long.
📍 Where: Paradigm Gardens
👤 Age requirement: Must be 10 years old or older to attend. Anyone under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
♿ Accessibility: This venue is ADA compliant.
❓ Please note: Tickets will only be available through the Fever app or website. Tickets will not be available for purchase at the event.
🍽️ Food and nonalcoholic beverages will be available for additional purchase.
🍻 BYOB: You are welcome to bring alcoholic beverages with you to the concert.
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Candlelight Classical
Music Concerts At
Paradigm Gardens
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New Orleans, Louisiana
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Reserve your spot here:
Vivaldi 👉
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Every evening from 6:30pm cst -8:30pm, I’ll be doing a Facebook Live on my page |
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Dear Friends and Family in Music,
Facebook Live from New Orleans concert every night 6:30-8:30pm cst Taking Live requests
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Tickets for Live Jazz in the Courtyard at Fritzel's Jazz Club can be booked here. |
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Live Jazz
in the Courtyard at
Fritzel's Jazz Club
Oct 27, 2020 - Nov 15, 2020
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Live Jazz in the Courtyard at Fritzel's Jazz Club
Oct 26 2020 at 7:00 pm
to Nov 15 2020 9:30 pm
Fritzel's Jazz Club is one the oldest music venues in town providing traditional New Orleans Jazz for 51 years and counting. Live music is not currently allowed indoors due to Covid-19 restrictions, but that won't deter us from offering hot jazz in our historical courtyard. With purchase of your ticket we will provide you with one hour of New Orleans Jazz performed by our local top musicians accompanied by 1 cocktail of your choice.
We are taking all the necessary precautions to keep you, our performers and staff save during these health crisis. Show will be cancelled if it should happened to rain in which case you will be refunded ticket cost, minus the Eventbrite fee.
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COVID-19 PROTECTION AND SAFETY PLAN
FOR THE MORTUARY HAUNTED MANSION
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Defend yourself by shooting your way through hordes of zombies, with a video-game-like, battle rifle on a survival mission through the Mortuary’s living-dead! |
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THE MORTUARY HAUNTED MANSION
THE MORTUARY is an icon of old New Orleans at the very dead end of world famous Canal Street. Less than 3 miles from the enchanting French Quarter on the cemetery streetcar line, this magnificent mansion was originally built in 1872 and operated for about 80 years as an actual MORTUARY.
LOCATION
The Mortuary is located at
4800 CANAL ST.
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70119
Typically On Highlighted Dates:
Mondays-Thursdays 7pm-11pm
Fridays 7pm-11pm (Possibly Later Check Availability)
Saturdays 2pm to 11pm (Possibly Later Check Availability)
Sundays 2pm to 11pm
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New Orleans Nightmare
Haunted House
319 Butterworth St,
New Orleans, LA 70121
Get 15% Off with code KID2020
Now through October 31, 2020
In the spirit of Halloween, are you ready to be SCARED? The New Orleans Nightmare Haunted House is waiting for you this month… if you DARE! Exclusively for Macaroni Kid subscribers, use code KID2020 to receive 15% off tickets!
With some of the most intense and widely recognized haunted attractions in the country, 13th Floor brings a new kind of fear to The Big Easy...one where your nightmares come to play! Located in Jefferson, under the Huey P. Long Bridge, New Orleans Nightmare Haunted House is sure to awaken your deepest fears.
Age Recommendation: Due to the graphic nature, this event is not recommended for small children, toddlers or babies. A good rule of thumb is: if you wouldn't bring your child to a PG-13 rated movie, it's probably not a good idea to bring them to a haunted house.
Note: 15% discount not valid on add-ons or upgrades.
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Each Concert will stream LIVE every Tuesday at 9:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM CT Join us here |
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27
Lady A
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10
Brett Young
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17
Little Big Town
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24
Amy Grant & Vince Gill
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Concert Series Continues
on 10-27-20
@ 9:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM CT
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10-27-20
Jon Cleary New Orleans
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To register for Pj's and Pancakes click the link below: |
For more information email |
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Join the East Jefferson YMCA if you dare for a SPOOKTACULAR WEEKEND!! |
NO JOINING FEE October 26th-October 31st!
Virtual costume contest, Pj's and Pancake Halloween party for the kids, Drive By Trick or Treating! So many AWESOME things in store!
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COOLinary
is back for an encore from October 23rd -
November 22nd!
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Whether you dine-in or take-out, enjoy specially priced, prix-fixe meals for $22 or less for lunch and $40 or less for dinner and brunch. Plus, with weekly themes and Chef’s Specials, we are better than ever! |
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3425 River Road, Bridge City, 504.436.4343
Open year–round, pumpkins in October
Monday–Saturday, 9 am–5 pm
Sunday, 9 am–4 pm
Select a pumpkin from the nursery’s harvest or in the market. Also choose from a wide variety of live plants, landscaping, and garden tools to make your house Halloween party perfect.
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Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin Patch
11215 Lees Ln, Hammond, LA 70401
WELCOME TO
MRS. HEATHER’S
PUMPKIN PATCH!
Fall is here and the pumpkins are growing bountifully! Mrs. Heather is inviting everybody to come!
Join in the fun and come out to the patch from September – November 8!
$8/child CASH ONLY.
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Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin Patch
Hammond
Open
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Families can practically fill their day with fun at Mrs. Heather’s Pumpkin Patch in Hammond.
As the farm opens for the fall season, this year marks the 25th anniversary for this popular pumpkin patch.
Kids can also learn about bees, milking cows and growing pumpkins. You’ll find plenty of places for the perfect fall family photo.
Admission is $8 per child (newborn and older). Adults enter for free if accompanying a child. Admission for adults not accompanying a child is $8. Payments are cash only.
Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday to Saturday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday.
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Banting's Nursery
3425 River Rd, Bridge City, LA 70094
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Bridge City & Lacombe, La.
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Banting’s Nursery offers several varieties of pumpkins to decorate your home and garden this fall.
A spokesperson for the nursery said Banting’s are assembling the pumpkin patches in order to provide safe spacing for customers.
All visitors should wear masks when arriving to pick their pumpkins.
Banting’s has a Northshore location in Lacombe, La. and a Southshore location in Bridge City. Each location also offers a large selection of fall plants and decor for your home.
Hours of operation are Monday to Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Pumpkin Patch at St. Martin's Episcopal Church |
Mon - Fri 3pm - 6:30 pm; Sat & Sun 10am - 6:30 pm thru October 31
Now, more than ever, children and adults alike will enjoy picking out the perfect pumpkin or two! The patch offers lots of specialty pumpkins and gourds. A cute fall-themed area offers you the perfect picture opportunity! Please note weekday and weekend hours differ. On the weekends, the patch opens at 10:00 am.- 6:30 pm. and weekdays 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm. The patch runs through October 31.
All ages
Cost
Prices vary for pumpkins; free to take your own pictures!
For more information,
call (504) 835-7357;
St. Martin's Episcopal Church
2216 Metairie Rd
Metairie, LA 70001
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St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church
1031 S. Carrollton Ave. 504.866.0123
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Open through Oct. 31
Mondays–Fridays, 2:30–7 pm
Saturdays and Sundays,
9 am–6 pm
This year, not only will pumpkins be available but also a photo op area and games for the kids.
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Coronavirus in Louisiana: |
59 new COVID cases in New Orleans Sunday & 7 new cases today. No deaths in that period
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NATIONAL BLACK CAT DAY
Don’t be superstitious on National Black Cat Day! October 27th celebrates the beauty of these sleek creatures. The day also seeks to raise awareness about the low adoption rates for black cats.
This time of year, many black cats may decorate many thresholds for Halloween and windows for spooky decor. However, these felines deserve the love and attention just as much as their tabby equivalents. Old notions have given these furry critters a bad reputation. The day is about turning that reputation around.
Their black canine counterparts also face similar adoption problems. So, it’s not all about myth and mystery. However, increasing support for the black feline’s plight is the goal of this companion holiday.
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NATIONAL AMERICAN BEER DAY
National American Beer Day raises a glass to the rich American beermaking history and those who savor the continued traditions. Pour your favorite pint with millions who enjoy the storied brews across the nation.
U.S. Brewing History
Brewing beer in America begins long before Europeans arrived since Native Americans brewed beer from various ingredients. They used corn, birch sap, and water to ferment their beverage. When the first colonists arrived in Virginia, they began combining their brewing traditions with the supplies at hand – that included corn, too. Since then, brewing and brewers became a principal occupation in the colonies. Interestingly, the first white child born in Manhattan grew up to be the first brewer born in America.
Today, the brewery established by David G. Yuengling is the oldest producing brewery in the United States. He established the Eagle Brewery in 1829. Amazingly, the brewery remains in the family to this day.
Unlike most other breweries of the time, the Eagle Brewery survived Prohibition. In fact, very few survived. Those that did survive tried various legal and illegal tactics. In Eagle Brewery’s case, they reduced their alcohol content to within the legal limit. They also branched out. Ice cream, anyone? Yes, the Yuengling’s started a dairy. Others turned their beermaking supplies into other products. When prohibition lifted, they returned to full-fledged beermaking.
Despite these efforts, nearly every brewer existing before prohibition dissolved. Out of just over 1,300 brewers, only about 100 remained after prohibition. Today, we recognize the names of many of those surviving breweries.
The skill of a brewer requires years of practice in the trade. It’s revered even. In Milwaukee, their professional baseball team is named after the brewer. In St. Louis and Denver, the stadiums are named after prominent brewers.
More than 2,100 breweries are manufacturing beer in the United States. They range in size from industry giants to brewpubs and microbreweries.
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On Deck for October 27, 2020
National Days
- National American Beer Day
- Navy Day
- National Black Cat Day
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The Gardette-LePretre House, nicknamed the Sultan’s Palace, at Orleans and Dauphine in the French Quarter. (Photo by Michael DeMocker)
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The Carrollton Courthouse behind which once stood the infamous Carrollton Jail. (Photo by Michael DeMocker)
A startling headline greeted New Orleanians in the final days of the 19th century: “Real Ghost Story: The Old Carrollton Jail is Said to be Haunted.” The ghostly tales didn’t waft out of the drunk tank nor were they screamed from a padded cell; The witnesses to these otherworldly events were “nine peculiarly levelheaded and unimaginative men – members of the police force.” Today, the courthouse still stands empty while behind it, weeds break through the cracked concrete playground where the courtyard gallows once stood, surrounded by the brick walls of the prison that evil could not escape.
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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 photographer David Spielman with Vincent Sciama, Counsul General of France in Louisiana. An exhibition of Spielman's works, 'New Orleans: Tested Again,' will be on display on the fences of the consulate along Prytania Street.
PROVIDED PHOTO BY AUDOIN DE VERGNETTE
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The Consulate General of France in Louisiana will display an outdoor exhibition of new works by New Orleans photographer David Spielman capturing local life amid the coronavirus pandemic. "New Orleans: Tested Again" is a series of black and white photos showing New Orleanians going about daily life, such as grocery shopping, attending church and returning to schools.
Inspired by exhibitions displayed on the fences of Paris' Luxembourg Gardens, "New Orleans: Tested Again" will be attached to the fences of the Consulate General at 2406 Prytania St. The photos will be on display through Nov. 23.
"The history of France and New Orleans is long, rich and extremely important," a short exhibit statement says. "For more than 300 years, in good and bad times, we have stood together. During this worldwide pandemic we are once again side by side. Together we will thrive."
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Senior Hours & Concierge Service |
• Early Senior Shopping Hours Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7-9 am* for our members aged 60+ and at-risk members. The special shopping hours include our pharmacy and optical centers.
• Free Curbside Concierge Pickup Service to senior and at-risk members who need to shop during these special hours and do not feel comfortable coming inside the building. Just pull up and an associate will take your list, gather your items and bring your order out to your car.
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for this event, we will NOT be able to accommodate walk ins. Sign up here, Tariffs be Damned! And don't forget your mask :)
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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!!!
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The event is complimentary but registration is required online at |
If guests are looking to purchase additional spirits, or are searching for their favorite bottle of a spirit not included in cocktail kits,
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order additional bottles of spirits, bottled cocktails and bitters for curbside pickup. Due to state and city regulations, cocktail kits cannot be shipped and are for curbside pickup only.
Where:
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Sazerac House To Host Spooky “Shrunken Skull” Interactive Virtual Tasting in Celebration of Halloween
Guests are encouraged to stir up some deliciously scary cocktails while virtually costuming and cocktailing with each other
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Who: The Sazerac House experience team and virtual guests from around the world.
The session is 45 minutes long, limited to 50 online participants. Cocktail kits with the ingredients for each cocktail will be available for pre-order and curbside pickup at the Sazerac House, with 10% of proceeds going to benefit the Louisiana Hospitality Foundation.
. All Virtual Cocktail Workshops will take place online via Web-Ex and Facebook Live, and guests will receive an emailed link with login instructions following registration.
When: Wednesday, October 28th at 5:00 pm
In addition, 10% of the proceeds from the sales of the cocktail kits will go to support the Louisiana Hospitality Foundation, which was founded in 2006 and works to strengthen Louisiana’s hospitality industry through support of individuals within the community. They operate grant programs that provide support for hospitality and culinary education programs and provide financial assistance to people in the hospitality industry during times of crisis.
For corresponding cocktail kits, visit:
Cocktail Kit orders must be received 24 hours before the corresponding workshop, and orders can be picked up 10:00am-4:00pm on the day of the workshop. At pickup, social distancing requirements will be followed, including 6-foot-spacing in the waiting area, personal protective equipment for the Sazerac House team and an acrylic shield between the street and the Sazerac House team member.
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Due to the hurricane threat, the food distribution originally scheduled for 10/28 has been rescheduled to 11/4. |
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October 28, 7pm,
Coming at you from the
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Check out the upcoming Jazz @ the (Virtual) Sandbar schedule for Fall 2020 |
October 28th: The Hot Club of New Orleans
The Hot Club of New Orleans have challenged themselves with an awesome task: take the swing era music of Duke Ellington, Django Reinhardt, and Stephan Grappelli (among others), retain the classic groove, avoid sounding like a museum piece and then infuse it with their own modern sensibilities. Well, the first thing is these guys can all swing like mad. And they're not a bunch of stuffy old "moldy figs." But they do love this music-you can tell in their passionately delivered solos and the sly vocal readings. And, with two guitar players and an upright bass, they deliver the goods you'd expect from one of the swingingest drummers in New Orleans-but in keeping with the classic format of this music, there is actually no drummer…
The Hot Club of New Orleans excels at generating that warm, swinging drive that Django Reinhardt was famous for and at the same time transcends the idiom by eschewing blind obedience to stylistic conventions;
in other words the solos are modern, kids. They play a somewhat laid-back yet exuberant groove, typical of New Orleans; yet they are so tight and swinging, their solos so driving, at times they seem almost superhuman.
November 4th: Jason Marsalis
November 11th: Student Combo Showcase
Jazz @ the (Virtual) Sandbar Concert Times: 7:00 - 8:00pm.
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New guidelines are in place to ensure a safe and enjoyable visit. Prepaid, contactless ticketing is encouraged for museum visits. Wednesdays remain free for Louisiana residents courtesy of The Helis Foundation.
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SUMMER ESCAPE
Oct. 28
New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle,
City Park,
New Orleans, LA 70179
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Let your mind wander through more than 5,000 years of art at NOMA, open Wednesday through Sunday, 10 am to 5 pm. Stroll among more than 90 works in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden on the same days, from 9:30 am to 5 pm.
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Playgrounds:
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;
Snoballs: Located on the plaza between the Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn and 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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5 PM – 8 PM
5 Victory Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124, United States
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OCT
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Evenings with Enrique featuring Geovane Santos
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Evenings with Enrique
Free Concert Series
in City Park Botanical Gardens
Entertainment, food & free admission
every WEDNESDAY Evening
5 pm to 8 pm in OCTOBER
Each week, "Evenings with Enrique"
will feature local musicians
playing among the collection of 14 sculptures
by the famed Mexican-American artist, Enrique Alferez.
Guests are invited to purchase mojitos and Latin food.
Enter through Oscar J. Tolmas Building (5 Victory Avenue).
Every Wednesday is free to Louisiana residents,
courtesy of The Helis Foundation.
presented by City Park Botanical Gardens
and Ecos Latinos Series
Including the following
LOUISIANA MUSICIANS
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Oct
28
Walter 'Wolfman' Washington & The Roadmasters
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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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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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Covington Farmers Market - Wednesday Lunch Market |
- 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
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5 PM – 7 PM
7 Bamboo Rd, New Orleans, LA 70124
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OCT
28
Twilight at Longue Vue:
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UPDATE: GENERAL ADMISSION IS SOLD OUT! We still have balcony seating and portico seating available.
Bring drinks, snacks, picnic seating, or just your walking shoes and face covering and enjoy the cool hours of the day in the Longue Vue Gardens. Twilight at Longue Vue is our new series of casual, open-air showcases for local musicians across all genres.
VIP seating available on our balcony and Portico Terrace. Visit our website for more details.
$10; FREE for Garden Pass holders and members.
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10.28.20-11.13.20
Every Wednesday & Thursday at Middendorf's Manchac
and Every Friday at Middendorf's Slidell
6 weeks of Authentic German Meals, Music & Fun!
(despite the year 2020)
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Manchac: Oktober 21
Slidell: Oktober 23
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Presented live online, with no safety net of editing
Your family should be prepared to be awed and amazed during this live streaming show, as you are transported back in time to the center ring of a centuries-old tradition, but one that has been reinvented for the next generation.
With an amazing assortment of aerialists, acrobats, juggling, balancing, comedy, daredeviltry, magic, musical production, and MUCH more, this amazing Circus experience will truly delight adults and kids of all ages!
Each Livestream performance is PRESENTED LIVE… this is NOT pre-recorded! It is happening as you watch it! You will witness real humans doing incredible things, without the safety net of fancy editing in advance!
Venardos Circus will livestream the show IN HIGH DEFINITION on the following days:
- Thursday, October 29 – 8:30 p.m. CT
- Friday, October 30 – 8:30 p.m. CT
- Saturday, October 31 – 1:30 p.m. | 4:30 p.m. | 7:30 p.m. CT
- Sunday, November 1 – 2:30 p.m. | 5:30 p.m. CT
Note all showtimes are Central time.
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A circus experience
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I was lucky enough to attend the Venardos Circus last year with my family, and it was quite possibly the most fun circus we’ve ever seen. The small tent was overflowing with laughter and awe.
From the moment we arrived the clowns were engaging with the families as they walked up, even teaching my son how to juggle!
With every seat in the round being so close to the stage, you feel like you are part of the show. My husband even got pulled up on stage for a fun act with the clown... and my boys were almost on the ground laughing!
Created by former Ringling Bros. Ringmaster Kevin Venardos (veh-NARR-dos), the Venardos Circus wraps world-class animal-free circus acts into a Broadway Musical-style format dubbed “The American Circus with the heart of a Broadway Show.” This unique show was on tour, traveling the United States when COVID-19 brought live, in-person events to a halt.
But the show must go on ... and now Venardos is pleased to bring the circus straight to you in the safety and comfort of your home.
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The Sadie Jane Bridal Show |
- OCTOBER 29, 2020
- Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- Price: Free for Brides & Grooms, $10 for Guests
- The Sadie Jane Event Center
- 405 Country Club Blvd., Slidell, LA 70458
- (985) 643-6892
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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! |
Oct 29
Ogden Museum
925 Camp Street,
New Orleans , LA 70130
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NEW! CURBSIDE PICKUP! Shop
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Dorignac’s Gourmet Food,Wine and Spirits
710 Veterans Blvd.
Metairie,La.
504.834.8216
Hours: 8am-7pm
Senior Shopping Hour:
Mon. & Thurs. 7-8am
Dorignac’s Curbside Pickup! Order Online. SAVE TIME!
You’re Gonna Love It!
SHOP Happy.Shop Easy @Dorignac’s & SAVE!
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CHILLIN' AT THE RIVER FREE CONCERT SERIES - |
BOGUE FALAYA PARK
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2020
5PMtill7:30PM
ENJOY FREE CONCERTS EVERY THURSDAY! FOOD AND BEVERAGES WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ON SITE, SO PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN. BRING YOUR CHAIRS AND BLANKETS!
Sponsored By:
Cultural Arts & Events
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Pumpkin Stroll 2020
- Southern Hotel
- OCTOBER 29, 2020 - NOVEMBER 1, 2020
- Recurring Recurring daily
- Price: Free
- Southern Hotel
- 428 E. Boston St., Covington, LA 70433
- (844) 866-1907
Join Southern Hotel for historic downtown Covington's Pumpkin Stroll 2020, Thursday, October 29 through Sunday, November 1, 2020.
Start your stroll at the Southern with Champagne and shop for beautiful handmade items by vendors from New Orleans and around the country at the Pumpkin Stroll Pop-Up Sale, featuring fabulous silk scarves, elegant stationery and fine home goods. Also: pumpkins!
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OCT
29
Thursday Parties in October - Felix's
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Each and every Thursday evening, New Orleans Recording Artists, RPS-The Trio of Chicken on the Bone, with The Biscuit of Drums, will be rocking and rolling at Felix's Restaurant and Oyster Bar on the Lakefront in New Orleans. 7400 Lakeshore Dr., 5-8pm every Thursday evening. You should come out
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Brennan's
417 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA
504-525-9711
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CLASSIC
COCKTAIL CLASSES
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Join us on Thursdays at Brennan's for an interactive, bartender's guide to classic cocktail-making! $25 per guest (includes FREE parking)
Thursday, October 29 /
6:00 - 6:30 PM:
CORPSE REVIVER NO. 2
Class Details: This interactive Cocktail Class will include the history behind some of your favorite New Orleans cocktails, with the opportunity to hone your cocktail-making skills and sip on your personally-crafted cocktail.
3-COURSE LOBSTER MENU $55
Chef Ryan Hacker's THURSDAY Featured Menu
1st
Lobster & Corn Chowder
Fingerling Potato, Bacon Lardons
2nd
Chilled Lobster Salad
Cucumber, Chive Remoulade, Brioche Crouton
3rd
Butter-Poached Lobster
Short Rib & Foie Gras Ravioli, Peas, Red Wine Reduction
Add on Featured Bubbly by the Bottle!
Gosset ‘Excellence’ Brut NV [1/2 bottle] $35
Palmer & Co. Brut Réserve Champagne NV $55
Billecart-Salmon Brut Réserve Champagne NV $75
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Music at the Museum: NOLA Botanical Garden |
Music at the Museum: New Orleans Jazz Museum
Music at the Museum
Mozart & Beethoven Quintets - Oct 29, 6:00pm
Yuki Tanaka, violin
Daniel Yue, violin
Ila Rondeau, viola
Bruce Owen, viola
David Rosen, cello
Beethoven String Quintet, OP.104 in C minor
Allegro con brio
Andante cantabile con Variazioni
Menuetto
Finale
Mozart String Quintet, in G minor, K. 516
Allegro
Menuetto
Adagio ma non troppo
Adagio-Allegro
Music at the Museum: Besthoff Sculpture Garden Amphitheater
Music at the Museum
Brass Quintet - Nov 5, 6:00pm
Program: TBA
Music at the Museum: Botanical Gardens
Music at the Museum
Woodwind Quintet - Nov 12, 6:00pm
Music at the Museum: New Orleans Jazz Museum
Music at the Museum
Horn Quintet - Nov 19, 6:00pm
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The galleries in THNOC’s Tricentennial Wing, located at 520 Royal Street, open. The Tricentennial Wing has three installations on view:
All spaces will observe reduced capacity limits and enhanced safety protocols. Admission is still free, and the galleries will return to THNOC’s regular business hours, Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., and Sunday, 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Ordering your tickets online is required.
Admission is free, but visitors must order tickets in advance of arrival.
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The Historic
New Orleans Collection
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For more than 150 years, artists from around the world have captured their impressions of the French Quarter. The exhibition French Quarter Life: People and Places in the Vieux Carré gathers 22 paintings from THNOC’s permanent collection to showcase the many views and experiences that have inspired artists through the years. From the bustle of the French Market to the jazzmen of Preservation Hall, these artworks explore the streets, buildings, and people of the French Quarter through time and a variety of techniques.
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See the exhibition, THNOC opened its Tricentennial Wing galleries at 520 Royal Street. Admission is free. See our website for timed entry tickets, safety protocols, and to see what else is going on.
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Click here to read all about the concerts and to purchase your section. If last week was any indication, you'll need to act fast!
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For class descriptions and to purchase tickets, click here.
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Hello, Opera Lovers! We have some good news for you. announcements: |
- October 29, 2020 - Mozart Operas and the Enlightenment. Lecturer: Dr. William Mouat
- November 5, 2020 - Origins and Evolution of the Rescue Opera. Lecturer: Michael Borowitz
- November 12, 2020 - When and where is it appropriate and effective to update an opera “classic”? Lecturer: Dr. Sakinah Davis
- November 19, 2020 - Cultural Appropriation in Madama Butterfly and Porgy and Bess. Lecturer: Dr. Valerie Francis.
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For additional information and reservations, please visit or call (504)605-3827. |
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Each Sunday, November 1, guests are invited to BABs for Sunday Roast – an evening of elevated classic comfort fare. Priced at $65 for two (excluding tax and gratuity), the rotating weekly dinner will be served family style and include such mains such as Roasted Australian Wagyu Striploin, served with a variety of ever-changing sides like Glazed Baby Vegetables, Pomme Purèe, Yorkshire Pudding, and more. Delectable desserts, craft cocktails, and an array of wines will also be on offer for an additional charge.
October 29th, every Thursday at BABs is Date Night! Cozy up at one of BABs socially distanced romantic tables and enjoy a three course pre-fixe dinner for two and welcome cocktail, priced at $70 (excluding tax and gratuity). The menu will change weekly with main plates such as Juniper Roasted Pork Belly with delicata squash, Pan Roasted Snapper with cauliflower and pecan salsa verde; and much more. Desserts include sweet treats like Semifreddo with brûléed citrus and mint.
Bywater American Bistro is located in the Rice Mill Lofts at 2900 Chartres Street in New Orleans’ Bywater district. Dinner is served Wednesday – Sunday 5:30 – 10PM.
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Experience "Drive-in Déjà Vu" with JPAS!
Jefferson Performing Arts Society is bringing the drive-in movie experience to the Pontchartrain Convention and Civic Center this October, presenting movies that reflect our 43rd annual season. These vintage films will be shown each Friday in October and will culminate with a special screening of Ghostbusters on Friday, October 30th.
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Jefferson Performing Arts Society brings the drive-in movie experience to the Pontchartrain Center. Experience “Drive-in Déjà Vu”, Friday nights in October!
The first four Fridays in October will feature movies that are directly tied to upcoming onstage productions of the 2021 season, including "42nd Street", "The 39 Steps", "Arsenic & Old Lace", and "An American in Paris". "Ghostbusters" will close out the series on October 30 for a little Halloween Eve fun!
Admission:
$50 per car on site (credit or debit card only - no cash accepted)
No individual tickets will be sold. Tickets will be issued per car only.
Event Times:
8:00 PM - 10:30 PM each night
October 16, 2020 - Arsenic & Old Lace (1944)
October 21, 2020 - The 39 Steps (1935) - Time changed to 7:00 PM
October 23, 2020 - An American in Paris (1951)
October 30, 2020 - Ghostbusters (1984)
Bring your own food and drinks.
Portable restrooms will be available on site with hand-washing stations.
4545 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA 70065
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"Drive-in Déja Vu" Movie Series.
"42nd Street"
Warner Bros. (1933)
Directed by Lloyd Bacon
Starring: Warner Baxter, Bebe Daniels, George Brent, Ruby Keeler, Dick Powell
42nd Street is the classic, fast-paced, backstage movie musical that changed the film musical forever. Set during the Depression, this film is considered the backstage musical par excellence, the grand-daddy of them all.
"42nd Street" is the first in a 5 part drive-in movie experience, Fridays in October at the Pontchartrain Center!
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1951 Oak Harbor Blvd.,
Slidell, LA 70461
FRI
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November 2020
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Oktoberfest
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Six weeks of Authentic German Food, Music & Fun! Oktoberfest 2020 will be held every Friday at Middendorf's Slidell.
THE MENU
Oktober 30
* Schweinebraten mit Karamellisierte Zwiebelbiersoße, Kartoffelnklösse, Arugula Salat und Brezel (Pork Roast with Caramelized Onion Beer Sauce, Potato Dumpling, Arugula Salad and Pretzel) 16.25
* Schwarzwälderkirschtorte (Black Forest Cake) 5.95
November 6
* Schweinshaxe, Bayerischkraut und Brezel (Pork Hind Shank/Ham Hock, Smothered Cabbage and Pretzel) 18.50
* Apfel Strudel mit Vanille Eis (Apple Strudel with Vanilla Ice Cream) 5.95
November 13
*Wiener Schnitzel und Geröstet Semmelknödel mit Pilzrahmsoße, Gemischtem Salat und Brezel (Breaded Thin Pork Loin and Dumpling with Mushroom Cream Sauce, Salad and Pretzel) 16.95
*Schwarzwälderkirschtorte (Black Forest Cake) 5.95
Ever wonder why we don’t have German Chocolate Cake on our Oktoberfest menu? The reason is that German Chocolate Cake is not actually a German dessert (It’s Texan!). However, it’s still very delicious, and that’s why wenow have it on our regular menu, available everyday. Add it to your Oktoberfest meal!
Appetizers
🥨 Kartoffelpuffer mit Apfel Sosse (German Potato Pancake with Apple Sauce)
🥨 Maultaschen in Brühe mit Gerösteten Zwiebeln (German Ravioli in Broth)
🥨 Vesper Teller (Assorted meats & cheeses served with pickle, radish, onion, mustard and pretzel)
🥨 Weisswurst (White Sausage served with pretzel and sweet mustard)
🥨 Wurstsalat (Chopped German Salami, Cold Cuts, Cheeses, Pickles and Onion tossed in Vinaigrette)
It’s the Chef Choice which appetizers will be available each week. Stay tuned!
A Few More Things...
* Oktoberfest meals are served for lunch and dinner10:30am-9:00pm.
* Of course, there is a great selection of German Beer to go with your meal.
* Dine with us for all 6 weeks and get an Oktoberfest prize! It’s easy. Make sure to get a card on week one, get it punched each week, and turn it in on the last week for your prize!
* Our regular menu is also available during Oktoberfest.
* Feel free to join the fun by dressing up in your favorite lederhosen & dirndls.
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Join us for a special event, Mourning in New Orleans. We will host you for a 30-minute tour of the Hermann-Grima house “dressed” in mourning and also tell you about the burial customs of New Orleans with Save Our Cemeteries Tour Guide, Jeanne Wilson for 30 minutes. 6 people will visit the house while 6 are in the courtyard. After 30 minutes the parties will switch to maintain social distancing. Masks are required. |
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ONLY A FEW SPOTS LEFT!!!
Join us for a special October event, Mourning in New Orleans. We will host you for a 30 minute tour of the Hermann-Grima house “dressed” in mourning and also tell you about the burial customs of New Orleans with Save Our Cemeteries Tour Guide, Jeanne Wilson for 30 minutes. 6 people will visit the house while 6 are in the courtyard. After 30 minutes the parties will switch to maintain social distancing. Masks are required. Book now since reservations are very limited.
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Tune in to this week’s live-streamed event on New Orleans Cultural Economy Facebook here and Embrace the Culture Nola Instagram here.
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Cultural Economy Presents 'HispaNola Live!' as Part of 'Embrace
the Culture' and 'GEAUX Live NOLA!' Series
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NEW ORLEANS — The Mayor’s Office of Cultural Economy announces the premiere of "HispaNola Live!," a live virtual series celebrating New Orleans’ rich Latin American and Hispanic cultures. The series kicks off on Friday, Oct. 23, 2020 (3 p.m.-4 p.m.) and will continue through Nov. 20, 2020. It will feature artists and musicians from the metro area each week, sponsored by the House of Blues and presented as part of the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Economy’s “Embrace the Culture!” series.
For more information on the series, please email Lou Hill by clicking here.
The full list of featured artists and musicians in the series is as follows:
- Oct. 30, 2020 – Geovane Santos Jazz Trio
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- Nov. 6, 2020 – Amigos do Samba (Ezra)
- Nov. 13, 2020 – Los Nortenos del Sur (Maria/Simon)
- Nov. 20, 2020 – Muévelo (Margie Perez)
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Welcome to HispaNola Live!, a weekly live music show presented by the Mayor's Office of Cultural Economy - Embrace the Culture Series. |
Every week we bring you the best in live music, entertainment all while highlighting some of the city’s most influential Latin culture bearers.
Enjoy Jazz Music from home with the New Orleans Jazz Museum! Join the Jazz Museum online for weekly virtual concerts, in which dynamic jazz musicians perform live from the Jazz Museum! Tune in on facebook.com/nolajazzmuseum/live to watch for free.
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Live
Music in the Garden-
Smoking Time Jazz Club
New Orleans
Fri Oct 30, 2020
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Live Music in the Garden - Smoking Time Jazz Club - New Orleans
Live Music is BACK in the garden at Storyville! BYOB (& snacks) for an evening of live music by the Smoking Time Jazz Club!
Get your limited availability tickets to a socially distanced evening of live music by one of the most prominent Jazz bands in NOLA. The Smoking Time Jazz Club is everything a casual visitor or local hopes to hear in New Orleans when walking to a bar or music venue. They are a traditional jazz band living in and drawing inspiration from a city with a great musical legacy. Following in the footsteps of their music mentors who made it sna crackle and pop and pop for the rest of us to enjoy years to come.
BYOB + BYOPB (Bring your own picnic basket)
No food or beverage will be available for purchase.
Adult Only / No Pets
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The coffeehouse
is serving again!
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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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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October 31
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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Mandeville Trailhead Community Market
October 31st
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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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SAVE THE DATE
October 31st
Boo Carre Halloween Haunt
@The French Market
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Boo Carre Halloween Haunt, the beloved Halloween tradition in the French Market, is back this year. However, due to the pandemic organizers ask you to register in advance of the Halloween spectacle to be able to ensure proper social distancing. Just include all children when pre-registering for the event. Your kids will receive a Boo Carre bag (while supplies last) when checking in. The event is free.
This year’s event will be abbreviated due to Covid restrictions and will feature four children’s activities and trick-or-treating at our shops and with our vendors in the Flea and Farmers Markets. Activities will be socially distanced and masks will be required for adults and children.
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Creepy Car Crawl - Jefferson Parish Park and Recreation |
Oct 31, 2020 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Everyone is invited to bring their trick-or-treaters to the Ree Alario Center located at 6900 Saints Drive, Metairie 70003 for a free, no-contact candy give away on October 31st from 7-9pm. Each car will receive candy from a JPRD character.
Who
Everyone
Cost
Free
How
Just show up. Candy will be given to each car
Ree Alario Center
6900 Saints Dr.
Metairie, LA 70003
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AFTERNOON TEA SERVICE TO RETURN TO WINDSOR COURT |
After months of being closed due to COVID-19, Le Salon at Windsor Court will reopen Saturday, October 31 to offer its signature afternoon tea service on Saturdays and Sundays only. Service will be available between 11:00am and 2:00pm.
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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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Three LSU football games are scheduled to be televised on CBS and two more for ESPN networks, the Southeastern Conference announced Tuesday.
Then, LSU's game at Auburn on Oct. 31 is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. on CBS.
A more prime-time spot is reserved for the LSU-Alabama rivalry on Nov. 14, which is scheduled to be televised at 5 p.m. in Tiger Stadium.
a, Nov. 21 at Arkansas, Nov. 28 at Texas A&M and Dec. 5 versus Ole Miss.
2020 LSU FOOTBALL SCHEDULE (All times Central):
Oct. 31: LSU at Auburn, 2:30 p.m., CBS
Nov. 7: open date
Nov. 14: Alabama at LSU, 5 p.m., CBS
Nov. 21: LSU at Arkansas, TBA
Nov. 28: LSU at Texas A&M, TBA
Dec. 5: Ole Miss at LSU, TBA
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HALLOWEEN AT THE O!
WIN A MEMBERSHIP + DISCOUNTS!
/// October 31 @ 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
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WE HAVE A FEW FUN PROMOTIONS HAPPENING ON HALLOWEEN!
OGDEN MUSEUM STORE: Receive 31% off Halloween display items! One day only!
WEAR A COSTUME: If you wear your Halloween costume to the Museum you get 1/2 off your admission!
DRESS UP AS ART ON VIEW: If you wear a costume inspired by a work of art on view at Ogden Museum, you get 1/2 off your admission, plus a chance to win a Dual Membership! If you dress up as a work of art on view, please post to social media, tag @OgdenMuseum and send us a message directly to ensure that you are entered! Don’t have social media? Email [email protected]. Bradley Sumrall, Curator of the Collection, will select the winner! Here’s a great costume example! Museum Store Associate, Imogen Banks, dressed up as Benny Andrews’ Interior with Cat.
Discounts are redeemable on-site. If you plan to wear a costume, please purchase your tickets at the Museum.
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OCT
31
Halloween with BIG DEAL BURLESQUE
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$35 – $75
New Orlean's premier touring variety show featuring burlesque, comedy, drag, circus acts and more!
Trick or treat? New Orleans premier touring burlesque and variety show BIG DEAL BURLESQUE has plenty of treats in store for you on All Hallow's Eve. We'll skip the frights and provide decadent delights.
You'll experience burlesque, drag, comedy, acrobatics, and more set in a spacious and stunning venue. This is the safe, socially distanced show that you've been craving!
Don't forget to dress up! Prizes will be awarded for the best costumes.
General Admission- $35 Ticket to the show
Premier- $55 Ticket to the show plus two drinks, and munchies
VIP- $75 Premium seat, champagne, charcuterie, and sweets
Additional drinks can be purchased.
Reservations are required and limited.
Please expect the following guidelines to be strictly enforced:
-No standing, must be seated at tables.
-Tables will be socially distanced.
-Masks are required for entry and moving throughout the venue.
-Temperature check required to gain entry.
Sat, October 31, 2020
8:30 PM – 11:00 PM CDT
The Cannery
3803 Toulouse Street
New Orleans, LA 70119
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Day of the Dead Alter
in the Helis Foundation
Enrique Alferez Sculpture Garden
TicketsTickets for Day of the Dead Dinner can be booked here.
Ticket InformationTicket Price
Table for Two USD 250
Table for 4 USD 500
Table for 6 in the Southern Shade Garden USD 750
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Day of the Dead Dinner
Day of the Dead Dinner by Chef Hugo Montero from Casa Borrega will feature traditional food and drink celebrating this Mexican holiday.
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When guest arrive in costume to celebrate their "Day of the Dead Dinner" they will be greeted with a special Margarita at the Garden entrance. Guests will then be escorted to visit the Day of the Dead Altar by Artist/Chef Hugo Montero in The Helis Foundation Enrique Alférez Sculpture Garden. You will then be seated at your table in the Southern Shade Garden for dinner. Fire Pits hanging from the trees, special lighting on our beautiful Live Oak trees, a magical night to remember, all under a full moon.
This Day of the Dead Dinner is honoring artist Enrique Alférez who created sculptures in the Botanical Garden and in City Park for a period of over 60 years.
Costumes required If you want to have fun.
DJ Music by: Juane Jordan
Menu for Day of the Dead Dinner
Appetizers
Guacamole with Chicharrón and Pomegranate
Main Course
Enchiladas de Mole and Chilies Rellenos
Dessert
Tres Leches Plantains cake with Italian Expresso Tequila Sauce
Beverage Hibiscus Margaritas with Tequila and Mezcal
Finale: Day of the Dead Second Line
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These are the dates and times of each full moon appearing in 2020, along with the most popular nicknames. The times are in the Eastern time zone in the United States.
Oct. 31
10:49 a.m.
blue moon
Nov. 3
04:29 a.m.
beaver moon
Dec. 29
10:28 p.m.
cold moon
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Today at 11 AM – 4 PM
1000 S Clearview Pkwy Ste 105, New Orleans, LA 70123
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November 2020
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October 31
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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Camellia City Market
October 31st
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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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Fontainebleau State Park Halloween Trick-or-Treating |
OCTOBER 31, 2020
- Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- Price: Free, $3 park entry fee (per person)
- Fontainebleau State Park
- 62883 Hwy. 1089, Mandeville, LA 70448
- (985) 624-4443
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5 Victory Avenue
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November 2020
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Musical Storytime in Storyland |
City Park and the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra are excited to partner for the months of October and November
Join us in Storyland on Saturdays from 10:30am to 11am under the Storyland castle. Fun times are ahead for the "Musical Storytime". The musician will play a demo on their instrument, explain a little bit about their instrument and their background, then we'll read the story with musical accompaniment. Finally, the reader will have Q&A if kids want to ask the musician anything at all! This experience is free with $5 admission to Storyland.
Oct 31 - Catherine Matushek, viola - Room on the Broom
November 2020 - TBA
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Abita Springs
Art and Farmers Market
Nov 1
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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.” This Sunday we will have teddy bear sunflowers, dahlias, echinacea, Lillys, Calendula, Onion’s, & cucumbers. Also, Purple basil, Thai basil, Genovese basil, holy basil, dill, fennel, mint, and live plants.
Sundays 11-3
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For more information, please contact Phyllis Mitchell.
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Aldersgate United Methodist Church, 360 Robert Blvd, Slidell, LA 70458, Slidell, United States |
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Make a Joyful Noise in the ? bell choir! All children ?????????? in grades 4-12 and any parent ? that is interested are welcome! Invite a friend and come create music with us! We will meet every Sunday evening at 5pm in Genesis Hall at ⛪ Aldersgate United Methodist Church. ⛪ *We ask that members of bell choir are committed at least though Christmas. Both members and non-members of Aldersgate United Methodist Church are welcome. All events at Aldersgate United Methodist Church are subject to social-distancing guidelines. Please be sure to bring a ? mask, sanitize, and practice social distancing! |
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Hosanna Hot Meals
5:30 PM – 7 PM
2480 Highway 190, Mandeville, LA 70448
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Every Monday Hosanna opens their kitchen to the Mandeville and surrounding communities. If you struggle to put dinner on your table every night, come on over and eat for FREE at Hosanna. We don't check income or ask any questions. If you're looking for a free meal and good conversation - you will not be turned away! People from all walks of life are welcome to break bread on Mondays with us. We hope to see you there. With the cold months approaching this is a wonderful opportunity to eat a warm meal in a warm space. |
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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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John Rankin
FACEBOOK LIVE PAGE
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PERFORMANCES
FACEBOOK LIVE: 6 TO 7 PM EVERY MONDAY!
John Rankin Music
One thing you can say for me this time—I haven’t wasted any time talking about anyone else but me. Stay well!
John
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Robin Barnes presents #SongbirdAtHome
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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Fri Nov 6 2020
6:30 pm to 7:15 pm
(Central Daylight Time)
Music Box Village, 4557 North Rampart Street, New Orleans, United States
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As we re-open our site, we are mindful that we are still in the midst of this pandemic. The safety and health of our guests, staff and musicians are paramount (see full COVID guidelines here). Protocols adhering to all City, State, and CDC guidelines are in place including face masks, social distancing, and frequent sanitization. All tickets must be purchased in advance through our website, and audiences will have to remain seated for the duration of the show.
For groups attending as a pod, please be prepared to purchase your tickets together. Choose the "Pod Ticket" type at checkout and purchase tickets for each person in your group. All attendees will need to provide their full name and phone number for contact tracing purposes.
Face coverings are required for all performances.
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Sonic Remedies: Michot's Melody Makers with Leyla McCalla (6PM)
Live music returns to the Music Box Village with the atmospherically charged sounds of Michot's Melody Makers & special guest Leyla McCalla!
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Arts non-profit New Orleans Airlift is gently reopening the doors to our flagship site, the Music Box Village, to give our sound-starved community the sonic healing we all need. Beginning Nov. 6, SONIC REMEDIES is a multi-weekend series showcasing local musicians sharing new work developed over the time-out of quarantine.Safety and health are a top priority. See our full COVID-19 guidelines here.
Louis Michot kicks the series off, curating a night of music celebrating the premier of new album, , recorded live at beloved 9th Ward haunt, Saturn Bar in December 2019. These performances capture their unique, atmospheric, avant-garde reconstruction of age-old Creole and French songs at its most visionary and puissant. The Melody Makers reinvigorate these historic compositions, introducing sublime new melodies while evoking the raw, exhilarating feel of the music Cajuns made when they first got their hands on electric guitars and drums.
Special guest joins Michot to reprise elements of Le String Noise, a collaboration between the two artists with violinists Pauline Kim and Conrad Harris of String Noise. The quartet performed together during Michot's 2015 residency at The Stone, NYC's legendary experimental music venue directed by John Zorn. This Spring, the recording of their performance was released by as .
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TicketsTickets for Sonic Remedies: Michot's Melody Makers with Leyla McCalla (6PM) can be booked here.
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Dat Dog - Frenchmen
601 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70116, USA
Enjoy the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes of everyone's favorite combo: OPERA and HOT DOGS!! If haven't experienced Opera Night at Dat Dog on Frenchmen Street yet, you'll have an opportunity EVERY OTHER SATURDAY, right here on our world famous balcony, 7pm - 9pm. Settle in with a 'dog, a daiquiri, and the mesmerizing talents of our featured performers THIS SATURDAY, 9/26:
Robert Wagner, Tenor
Steven Edwards, Pianist
Vocals- Maria Hefte, Elizabeth Lowry, Kevin Rouchell, Jake Wynne-Wilson, & Enrico Cannella
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Opera Night at Dat Dog Frenchmen! |
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Sun Nov 8 2020
4:00 pm to 7:00 pm CDT
Beauregard-Keyes House, 1113 Chartres Street, New Orleans, United States
Tickets
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Mo and Cho: A Concert Benefitting Beauregard-Keyes House
Sun Nov 8, 2020
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Mo and Cho: A Concert Benefitting Beauregard-Keyes House
Outdoor Concert of Mozart & Chopin
Piano soloists Michael Harold and Quinn Peeper are thrilled to invite you to a fabulous outdoor, live concert event featuring Mozart and Chopin masterpieces - Mozart Piano Concerto No. 12, K. 414 and Chopin Piano Concerto NO. 1, Op. 11 accompanied by Touro String Quartet.
This event is sponsored in part by Hall Piano.
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Celebration in the Oaks to be a drive-through attraction in 2020 |
Celebration in the Oaks, City Park's annual holiday attraction featuring holiday light displays and more than a million lights hanging from the park's oak trees, will run from Nov. 26 through Jan. 3, 2021. To adapt to coronavirus, the park has made several changes, including that it will be a driving instead of walking experience.
Celebration in the Oaks used to be viewable by car, but the park changed it to pedestrian-only in 2004. The drive is 2.25 miles, and guests will not be allowed to get out of their cars to explore exhibits.
New exhibits include a salute to medical personnel. Displays from past years with a driving option will return, including "Monstro," the whale from Pinocchio and a 15-foot tall waving Santa Claus. Regular attractions include lighted dinosaur figures, a unicorn, a pirate ship in the lagoon, flamingos, a Who Dat tree, scenes of Jackson Square, a musical tribute and more.
Admission will be by timed ticketing, and a limited number of tickets will be available. Tickets for cars and SUVs range from $18.99 to $32.99 for up to eight guests in a vehicle. There also are options for limos and party busses. Hours of operation will be 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.
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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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