HALLOWEEN

On October 31, Halloween brings out the ghouls and goblins, creatures, and strange folk. They come creeping about the neighborhood seeking favors over trickery.

People of all ages look forward to Halloween traditions. While dressing up and baking, we carve up glowing pumpkins. Children breathe life into storybook characters while practicing their trick or treat. In twos and threes, they traipse through the neighborhood, collecting their bounty in pillow sacks. A ghost, a pirate, a robot or Dorothy, and Toto. No matter their age, they come to the door. They knock or ring. Here and there, a screech or a boo!

The crisp air and autumn colors set the mood. Seasonings fill our senses with a taste of autumn. So we set forth on an adventure and finish with a warm apple cider around a flickering fire.

Happy All Saints Eve! Watch for children running into the streets tonight.

Have fun and be safe !

New Orleans - The NOPD is inviting the public to stop by various District events tomorrow night (October 31, 2023) to celebrate Halloween!!

Some Districts will be hosting parties or Trunk or Treat events, while others will be joining forces with neighborhood organizations.  Here is a list of events by District:

First District: Officers will be joining the Faubourg St. John Neighborhood for its event on Bayou St. John from 5pm-7:30pm.

Second District: 3401 Broadway St., Officers will be passing out candy to children who stop by the station, and officers will be out in the neighborhoods distributing candy as well.

Third District: 4650 Paris Ave., Officers will be passing out candy to children who stop by the station and will be out at various neighborhood events.

Fourth District: 2405 Sanctuary Drive,  Officers along with PCAB officers in costume will hand out candy and food donated by the officers, COPS 4 Organization, Walgreens and the neighborhood associations.

Fifth District: 3900 N. Claiborne Ave., Officers will be out in the District passing out candy as they drive the streets.

Sixth District: 1930 Martin Luther King Blvd., Officers will pass out candy at the intersection of South Rampart St. and Martin Luther King Blvd. outside of the Sixth District station.

Seventh District: 10101 Dwyer Rd., Officers will hold a Trunk or Treat event at the station from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.

Eighth District: 334 Royal Street, Officers will pass out candy to children who stop by the station.

The NOPD wants everyone to have a happy and safe Halloween. Here are some tips to keep you and your children safe:

● If children are allowed out after dark, fasten reflective tape to their costumes and bags, or give them glow sticks

● A responsible adult should accompany young children on the neighborhood rounds

● If your older children are going alone, plan and review a route acceptable to you

● Agree on a specific time children should return home

● Teach your children never to enter a stranger's home or car

● Instruct children to travel only in familiar, well-lit areas and stick with their friends

● Tell your children not to eat any treats until they return home.

If you are Driving:

●Watch for children walking on roadways, neutral grounds and curbs.

●Enter and exit driveways & alleys carefully.

●Stay alert for pedestrians who may come out from between parked cars or behind shrubbery. Stop, wait for them to pass.

●Don't look at your phone when you’re driving. Your attention needs to always be on the road.

●If you see a drunk driver on the road, call 911.

New Orleans to close homeless encampments as new effort starts to provide housing

BY SOPHIE KASAKOVE

Nathaniel Fields, left, director of the city's Office of Homeless Services and Strategy, checks on people living in an encampment underneath the interstate near downtown New Orleans on Wednesday, August 16, 2023. (Photo by Chris Granger, The Times-Picayune)

• (Photo by Chris Granger The Times-Picayune)

The city's massive new effort to eliminate homelessness in the New Orleans area is now underway, with service providers quickly placing those living on the street into subsidized apartments, officials said Monday.

The ambitious plan comes as the number of homeless people in the New Orleans area surged by more than 50% since last year. So far, 17 people have been relocated from an encampment where the project was launched early this month.

All members of that encampment are expected to be placed in housing during November, with a second to follow in December. 

Armed with federal funding and the support of nonprofits that serve the homeless population, the city aims to achieve "low or no unsheltered homelessness," by the end of 2025, according to a presentation Monday to a City Council committee. That will mean finding housing for 1,500 people living on the street, in encampments or in shelters during that time frame. 

The city expects to relocate 100 people as it clears the first two encampments. Officials declined to share the locations of the two sites, but said they are in the city's "inner core." The largest downtown encampments are located at Calliope Street under the Pontchartrain Expressway, near the exit ramps for the Crescent City Connection near Tchoupitoulas Street, and under the Claiborne Expressway. 

Once the encampments are cleared, workers will block them off or turn them into areas for new development or green space, according to Mandy Chapman Semple, whose firm, Clutch Consulting Group, was hired by the city in June to help lead the project.

Organizers sounded optimistic before the committee Monday, highlighting the recent influx of federal resources and newfound political will. 

"You're closer than so many other cities," said Chapman Semple, who has worked with cities in Texas and Oklahoma on implementing similar strategies. "You're talking about achieving... very dramatic reductions." 

Advocates say rising rents, generational poverty and limited mental health and drug treatment options are behind the homelessness crisis. The goal is to find stable housing for all unhoused people in New Orleans and Jefferson Parish — 553 as of an annual “point in time count” conducted in January — as well as those who become newly homeless.

More than 90% of those identified in the count live in Orleans Parish, but the effort will also offer to house those located in Jefferson.

A Message from Archbishop Aymond

To the Clergy, Religious, & Laity of the Archdiocese of New Orleans:

Dear Sisters and Brothers in Christ,

Over a year ago we began a parish pastoral planning process in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. Building on the priorities of the Ninth General Synod, our goal has been and continues to be to support the parishes of the archdiocese in a manner that provides the people of God with opportunities to grow in their relationship to Jesus Christ and form a deeper connection to their faith.

It is my fervent prayer that all of our parishes are sustainable and full of vitality. Parish vitality is a healthy sign of life in Christ and something that must be continually strived for in all parishes. In light of this, a Parish Sustainability Committee was formed to provide each parish with a profile that highlighted its strengths and weaknesses.

There is no doubt that our parishes, in fact our entire area, have been affected by many factors out of our control. Natural disasters such as floods and hurricanes over the past decade, the COVID pandemic, the challenges of Hurricane Ida recovery, inflation, and sky-rocketing property insurance rates impact our church communities just as they impact our families and our businesses. These are not issues we can ignore in prudent pastoral planning.

When we announced this process, we indicated that there were parishes with significant challenges that would begin an intense period of discernment to evaluate their future needs. With the guidance of the Catholic Leadership Institute, the work of the Parish Sustainability Committee, and using real data on the sacramental, pastoral programming, and temporal realities of each parish’s unique situation, pastors, lay parish leadership, and parishioners were invited into dialogue to determine how to address the challenges facing them.

Today, following a period of prayer, review, and consultation, we announce the decisions that are the conclusions of this discernment.

The final decisions are unique to each parish situation. It was incredibly important to us, and to me personally, that each parish knows their recommendations and desires for their future were not only heard, but considered. In light of this, I am pleased to be able to announce that two parishes, Our Lady of Divine Providence in Metairie and Christ the King in Terrytown have made significant progress in addressing and planning for their challenges and will remain open.

There are four situations where two parishes are merging into one and one case where three parishes are merging into one. Our Lady of the Angels in Waggaman will merge with St. Bonaventure in Avondale to become one new parish. St. Gertrude in Des Allemands and St. John the Baptist in Paradis will merge to become one new parish. St. John Bosco and St. Rosalie both in Harvey will become one parish. St. Mary of the Angels and Our Lady Star of the Sea both in New Orleans will come together as one new parish, and Transfiguration of the Lord, St. James Major, and St. Gabriel in New Orleans will merge together as one new parish.

In two cases, the parish territory will be merged into neighboring parishes. The first is St. Theresa of Avila Parish in New Orleans, which will have its territory divided and merged into St. Patrick on Camp St. in the Warehouse District and St. Alphonsus on Constance St. in the Lower Garden District of New Orleans. The other is St. Hubert in Garyville, which will be merged into St. Peter in Reserve. St. Hubert Church will remain open for one Mass each weekend.

All of these mergers will be effective beginning July 1, 2024.

These are difficult and painful decisions for everyone involved. When I returned home to New Orleans in 2009, I never imagined I would be in the situation of having to merge parishes. This is something we must do for the good of the local church, and something that is being done in Catholic dioceses around the country. I have prayed about this a great deal and have spoken with many trusted advisors and truly believe the Holy Spirit is leading us for the good of the people of God in the Archdiocese of New Orleans.

In closing, I ask that you join me in prayer for these communities as they move through these transitions. Let us pray too for all of us as a local church, may the Holy Spirit continue to guide each of us as we strive for holiness, seek a deeper encounter with Christ each day, and witness with joy in our parish life.

May God bless you and those you hold dear in your heart.

Wishing you God’s blessings, and asking for your prayers in this time of transition, I am,

Respectfully in Christ,

Most Reverend Gregory M. Aymond

Archbishop of New Orleans

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The National WWII Museum to officially open Liberation Pavilion

Lance Traweek,

Photo courtesy The National WWII Museum.

The National World War II Museum in New Orleans will officially open its final permanent and capstone exhibit hall, Liberation Pavilion, at noon Friday, November 3, at 945 Magazine St., capping the Museum’s journey to expand its campus to tell the full story of the American experience in World War II.

That same morning, the museum will also dedicate the Col. Battle Barksdale Parade Ground, an outdoor gathering space in the heart of the New Orleans campus. The opening ceremony can also be viewed online at: https://vimeo.com/event/3822925.

The D-Day to Liberation: Road to Victory Celebration will mark the end of the Museum’s $400 million capital campaign, providing an opportunity to thank those who made the Museum’s expansion from one exhibition hall to seven pavilions over the past two decades possible and serving as a tribute to the sacrifices of the WWII generation.

Liberation Pavilion explores the end of World War II, the Holocaust, the immediate postwar years, and the war’s continuing impact today. The three-story Pavilion houses two floors of exhibit space featuring personal experiences, iconic imagery, impactful artifacts, and immersive settings, as well as a third-floor theater offering audiences a brand-new cinematic experience.

Wednesday, Nov. 1 – Congressional Medal of Honor Society Character Development Programs, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., held at Greater New Orleans Area Schools (Presented by Kevin G. Clifford Family); streaming available online between 11 a.m. to noon

• Medal of Honor Recipients will visit select New Orleans-area schools and nontraditional student communities to share their stories of courage and integrity in the face of difficult circumstances. The Museum will also host Recipients for a live webinar streamed to students across the country.
• Private events, but open to media. Contact the World War II Museumfor a list of participating schools.

Wednesday, Nov. 1 – Medal of Honor Valor Outreach Programs, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., held at Tulane University and Michoud Assembly Facility

• Recipients will share how the values of the Medal of Honor apply to daily life through moderated panel discussions with community members. Medal of Honor Recipients will visit Tulane University’s ROTC programs, which recruit cadets from universities across the city, and meet with veteran employees at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Center, which now serves as “America’s Rocket Facility.”
• Private event, but open to media. Contact the World War II Museumfor more details.

Wednesday, Nov. 1 – Parade of Patriots, Celebrating America’s Heroes, 6-7 p.m., route starts at St. Joseph and Tchoupitoulas Streets, then travels along Convention Center Boulevard to Mardi Gras World

• Medal of Honor Recipients will travel through downtown New Orleans in a patriotic parade featuring floats, historic vehicles, the St. Augustine Marching 100, and more. The parade is generously supported by Blaine Kern’s Mardi Gras World.
• Free and open to the public.

Thursday, Nov. 2 – Gold Star Memorial Service and Dedication. 1-2 p.m., held at the Col. Battle Barksdale Parade Ground and Judith W. and Louis M. Freeman Terrace at the Museum

• In conjunction with the Woody Williams Foundation, the Museum will unveil and dedicate a new memorial honoring families that have lost a loved one in the line of duty, along with a tribute to WWII Medal of Honor Recipient Hershel “Woody” Williams, who passed away in June 2022.
• Private event, but open to media. Contact The World War II Museumfor more details.

Friday, Nov. 3 – Grand Opening of Liberation Pavilion and Dedication of Col. Battle Barksdale Parade Ground, 8:30 a.m. (Ceremonial Dedication of Parade Ground), 9 a.m. to noon (grand opening program), streaming available online

• The Museum will pay tribute to the sacrifices of the WWII generation and its mission to preserve their stories as it officially dedicates the Col. Battle Barksdale Parade Ground, an outdoor gathering space in the heart of its New Orleans campus, and marks the opening of the final permanent exhibit hall, Liberation Pavilion.
• Private event, but open to media. Contact the World War II Museumfor more details.

Saturday, Nov. 4 – Building the National WWII Museum: From Conception to Capstone Symposium, 8:30 a.m. to 1:45 p.m., held at the Madlyn and Paul Hilliard Conference Center at The Higgins Hotel and streaming available online

• This half-day public symposium celebrates the history and design of The National WWII Museum, from the founders’ original idea to the completion of its final pavilion. Panelists will discuss how the Museum’s mission and vision of expansion became a reality, growing to seven pavilions over seven acres in downtown New Orleans and widening its digital reach.
• Free and open to the public.

Saturday, Nov. 4 – Family and Military Appreciation Block Party (Presented by Timber and Peggy Floyd), 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., held at the National World War II Museum

• Members of the greater New Orleans community are invited to celebrate and experience the museum’s fully expanded campus and enjoy live entertainment, hands-on activities for kids, and more.
• Open to the public; $10 for Adults, free for K-12 students, children under 5, seniors, U.S. military members, veterans, and spouses of military/veterans

For more information on any events visit: nationalww2museum.org.

First United Methodist Church’s Annual Pumpkin Patch

433 Erlanger Ave, Slidell, LA 70458-3429, United States

has been a Slidell Family Tradition since 2001!

Come see what makes people come back year after year and make it your new tradition!

 October 23- OCTOBER 31, 2023

 Tuesday thru Friday

11:00 am - 7:00 pm

Bring yourself, your family and your friends for some FALL  FUN!

While here you can:

 Pick from hundreds of PUMPKINS and GOURDS!

 Take photos in one of our PHOTO BOOTHS!

 Enjoy HOMEMADE SWEET TREATS!

We can’t wait to see you soon!

Tue, Oct 31

11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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.

Sun Ray Grill Gretna

Celebrate Halloween tomorrow at Sun Ray Grill Gretna! Be sure to stop in and enjoy some of our Tapas Tuesday dishes. We will start a little earlier at 3:30pm, so come enjoy before you head out to Trick-or-Treat. As usual, we will also serve our regular menu. Reservations at 504-391-0053.

First Presbyterian Church of New Orleans

• 5401 S Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana

(504) 866-7409

This is the 22nd year of the pumpkin patch at First Presbyterian Church! Opening Day will be Sunday, October 1st at 1pm.

We will have one of our largest varieties of inventory ever this year.

Prices range from $0.50 - $50.

The hours are listed below:

Monday - Friday: 3pm - Dusk

Saturday: 10am - Dusk

Sunday: 1pm - Dusk

We accept cash, cards, and checks (payable to First Presbyterian Church or FPCNO)

Oct 2023

Tue, Oct 31

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Bakers Dozen

Halloween King Cakes are the perfection addition to any gathering this month. Our full sized King Cake serve approximately 12-15 people. Order anytime online at www.lovebakersdozen.com

Which famous actress is known for her role as Hermione Granger in the "Harry Potter" movie series?

Dakota Fanning

Sophie Turner

Emma Watson

Anne Hathaway

What does "obfuscation" mean?

Vulnerable

Vacillation

Confusing or obscuring

Epiphany

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See Dr. Morgus and his assistants Chopsley and Eric create an interdimensional machine that allows Morgus to communicate and join the supernatural world of ghosts.

In between vintage Morgus segments from the 1980s is "The House on Haunted Hill," a 1959 film starring Vincent Price.

Watch Halloween night at 9pm on WYES-TV, wyes.org/live and on the WYES and PBS Apps.

On Halloween night, Tue., Oct. 31, from 9-11pm tune in to WYES for MORGUS PRESENTS: THE HOUSE ON HAUNTED HILL.

You'll see Dr. Morgus and his assistants Chopsley and Eric create an interdimensional machine that allows Morgus to communicate and join the supernatural world of ghosts. In between vintage Morgus segments from the 1980s is "The House on Haunted Hill," a 1959 film starring Vincent Price.

Chickie Wah Wah

Late Night Halloween Special 11 PM October 31st!

NATIONAL CARAMEL APPLE DAY

National Caramel Apple Day on October 31st celebrates a time-honored fall treat. Many of us remember eating caramel apples or making them with family. Whether it was at a fair, carnival, or Halloween party, it was a special treat. Sometimes we even made them at home. No matter where we enjoyed them, the memory is a good one.

Caramel apples go by many names - taffy apples or even candy apples. They're made by skewering apples on a stick and then dipping them in hot caramel. We make them extra delicious by rolling them in nuts, chocolate, or other candies. 

Sheet caramel allows for the high production of candy apples. The sheets of caramel are wrapped around the apples and then heated to melt the caramel evenly. The best caramel apples are made with tart crisp apples, such as Granny Smith or Fuji apples. Since apples come into season during the fall, Halloween is the ideal time of year to enjoy caramel apples. 

The caramel-apple flavor is also a fall favorite. It finds its way into beverages, cakes, and other desserts. Add caramel to just about any apple recipe for a bit of caramel apple flavor. It also complements savory dishes, such as pork.

On Deck for October 31, 2023

National Days

HALLOWEEN

NATIONAL MAGIC DAY

NATIONAL DOORBELL DAY

NATIONAL KNOCK KNOCK JOKE DAY

NATIONAL CARAMEL APPLE DAY

GIRL SCOUT FOUNDER'S DAY

REFORMATION DAY

On Deck for November 1, 2023

National Days

NATIONAL STRESS AWARENESS DAY

NATIONAL CALZONE DAY

NATIONAL CINNAMON DAY

NATIONAL BIOLOGIC COORDINATORS DAY

PRIME MERIDIAN DAY

AUTISTICS SPEAKING DAY

NATIONAL VINEGAR DAY

NATIONAL AUTHOR'S DAY

NATIONAL FAMILY LITERACY DAY

NATIONAL BRUSH DAY

NATIONAL DEEP FRIED CLAMS DAY

NATIONAL COOK FOR YOUR PETS DAY

October 31st Celebrated History

1868

The 22nd Postmaster General, Alexander Randall, issues an order describing letter carrier uniforms. The cadet blue uniforms included a black stripe on the pant leg. Throughout the U.S. Postal Service's history, the style and color of the uniforms have changed. Today, postal workers sport darker postal blue uniforms with the eagle emblem.

1888

Veterinarian John Boyd Dunlop invents the pneumatic tire for bicycles.

1905

Joseph H. Campbell Co. trademarks Campbells for its baked beans.

1941

When the money ran out, work stopped on the giant sculpture started by Gutzon Borglum at Mount Rushmore. Even though Borglum's designs included a more complete sculpture, the mountain sculpture in the Black Hills of South Dakota remains unchanged since this date.

1956

Pilot Lt. Commander Conrad C. Shinn lands a plane at the South Pole for the first time.

2000

The Soyuz TM 31 delivers the first resident crew to the International Space Station (ISS). For over 20 years later, teams of astronauts have continually manned the ISS without interruption.

October 31 Celebrated Birthdays

Juliette Gordon Low - 1860

In 1912, Howe founded the Girl Scouts of America with 18 girl members in Savannah, GA.

Julia Peterkin - 1880

The Southern author of seven books is best known for her novel Scarlet Sister Mary for which she won a Pulitzer Prize.

Ethel Waters - 1896

The singer and actress began her career as a blues singer. Her musical talents brought her critical acclaim on both stage and screen. She was noted for her work in the Broadway hit Cabin in the Sky and the film Pinky.

Michael Collins - 1930

The astronaut piloted two spacecraft during his career. His first mission on Apollo 11 landed the first men on the Moon.

Katherine Paterson - 1932

The award-winning children's author is best known for her novel Bridge to Terabithia.

Isabel Alvarez - 1933

The Cuban-born pitcher played five seasons in the All American Girls Professional Baseball League.

John Candy - 1950

The comedian appeared in more than 60 films, including Planes, Trains and Automobiles, Spaceballs, Canadian Bacon, and Uncle Buck.

Vanilla Ice - 1967

The rapper turned DIY television host released his first album in 1989. Hooked featured his hit song "Ice Ice Baby."

⚜️Heather Elizabeth Designs New Orleans Jewelry & Accessories is in New Orleans.

Canal & Royal Street during the Great Depression.

LA State Museum

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Derby Gisclair

1890: The Girod Street Cemetery

The Girod Street Cemetery, shown here circa 1890, photographed by George Mugnier, was established in 1822 for Protestant residents of the Faubourg St. Mary. Because it was easily accessible the site became with benevolent societies but was also a popular burial area during the city's frequent epidemics. Bounded by Liberty Street, Perilliat Street, Magnolia Street, and Cypress Street, the cemetery was closed in 1940.

In 1948 Mayor Chep Morrison ordered the cemetery dismantled. The remains of those buried in the cemetery were exhumed and interred elsewhere. In January 1957, the cemetery was deconsecrated. The site is now occupied by the New Orleans Centre and Superdome parking lots and the Champion's Square complex.

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Some of the best pizza I’ve ever had. Mama Rosa’s Slice of Italy got ranked in the top 10 best pizza in the US. It was on the edge of the French quarter on Rampart.

It took forever to get your pizza, but everything was made from scratch, and they hand sliced pepperoni and hand graded the cheese .

November 1, 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.

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.

For the first time last year, the krewe conducted a mini festival in Mickey Markey Park, at Royal and Piety streets in the Bywater, before the parade. Albarran said this year the pre-parade event will be more elaborate, with more vendors, music, and kids’ activities. Traditional Day of the Dead bread will be available, and there will be a costume fashion show.

New this year, the krewe plans to erect a temporary stage at the parade stopping point on St. Roch Avenue near St. Roch Cemetery for speakers and musical performances.

Everyone is welcome to participate in the procession. Customarily, costumes combine mourning clothes with masks and makeup that blend macabre skulls with floral patterns. Marchers often bring candles.

Albarran said, however, that costuming and candles are entirely optional. “We only want people to come and have a magical night,” she said.

• From 4:30 to 6 p.m., the pre-parade fiesta takes place in Mickey Markey Park at 3301 Royal St.
• At 6:30 p.m. the parade will line up on Royal Street.
• At 7 p.m. the parade proceeds on Royal Street, turns right on Franklin Avenue, left on St. Claude Avenue, and right on St. Roch Avenue.
• The parade concludes outside of St. Claude Cemetery, 1725 St. Roch Ave., where singing, performances and mourning ceremonies continue.

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. 

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• 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 2 - Sharon Martin
• $15.00
• + fees
• Sharon Martin as one of the "Ladies of Soul”. She has worked with New Orleans legends, Deacon John, Ellis Marsalis, Walter Payton, Nicholas Payton and many others. 
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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!

Acquistapace's Covington Supermarket is feeling excited. · 

The biggest cheese, wine, food, and drink sampling event is happening at Acquistapace’s in Covington Friday and Saturday,

 November 3rd & 4th!

Who’s ready for the Wine & Cheese Extravaganza to return!?

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 LSU-Alabama football rivalry is returning to CBS one final time for their key Southeastern Conference matchup in Bryant-Denny Stadium on Nov. 4.

The SEC Western Division contest, which is one of two marquee games on the conference's Week 10 slate, was set for a 6:45 p.m. kickoff by the league office .

No. 1 Georgia and No. 16 Missouri will meet in CBS' 2:30 p.m. window earlier that day.

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?

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

• 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

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

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

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.

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.