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NATIONAL FRUITCAKE DAY
Across the United States, fruitcake lovers young and old, commemorate National Fruitcake Day each year on December 27th.
Made with chopped candied or dried fruit, nuts, and spices and sometimes soaked in spirits, fruitcake has been a holiday gift-giving tradition for many years.
Dating back to ancient Rome, one of the earliest known recipes lists pomegranate seeds, pine nuts, and raisins mixed into barley mash. Records indicate that in the Middle Ages, makers added honey, spices, and preserved fruits. Recipes for fruitcakes vary from country to country, depending on available ingredients and tradition.
In the 16th century, two achievements crystallized to make fruitcakes more affordable and accessible. First, sugar from the American Colonies became abundant. Second, it was discovered that high concentrations of sugar could preserve fruits. These two actions resulted in excess candied fruit. Consequently, fruitcake making grew.
- Typically, Americans produce fruitcakes abundant in fruit and nuts
- In America, mail-order fruitcake began in 1913.
- Charities often sell commercial fruitcakes from catalogs as a fundraising event.
- In 1935, the expression “nutty as a fruitcake” was coined. The phrase came about as a result of excess nuts some Southern bakeries added to their fruitcakes due to their access to cheap nuts.
- Most mass-produced fruitcakes in America are alcohol-free.
- Some traditional recipes include liqueurs or brandy. Bakers then complete the fruitcake by covering it with powdered sugar.
- Some fruitcake makers soaked their fruitcakes in brandy-soaked linens believing the cakes improved with age.
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Friends of the Cabildo
We are one week away! Join us December 27th - 29th as we step back in time with period-decorated historical homes and courtyards in the heart of the French Quarter with the Friends of the Cabildo's Creole Christmas Holiday Home Tour.
Open ticketing - Homes open from 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Self-Guided Tour - Map provided. Tours begin at the 1850 House Museum Store - 523 St. Ann. Tickets are $30 members,
$40 general admission. Visit https://friendsofthecabildo4.ticketing.veevartapp.com/... purchase or call (504) 523-3939 | (504) 524-9118. Day of tickets to be sold at the 1850 House.
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Louisiana's largest Coca-Cola plant is getting an $18M upgrade in Elmwood
An aerial view of the Coca Cola United plant at Elmwood as shown in this undated photo.
Provided by Coca-Cola Bottling Company United
The massive Coca-Cola processing plant in Elmwood — which towers 12 stories over the surrounding Elmwood industrial park and handles some 750 different Coke-owned products — is getting an upgrade.
The plant’s Birmingham-based owner, Coca-Cola Bottling Company United, is investing $18 million in a new storage and retrieval system that will enable the facility — which is the largest Coca-Cola plant in Louisiana — to increase by nearly 30% the amount of Coke products, waters, sports drinks and other non-alcoholic beverages that it processes, bottles, stores and distributes.
The investment will not add new square footage to the plant or new jobs, but will increase the facility’s capacity by reconfiguring space inside the building and installing a new automated system.
As products come off the production line, the new system will place them onto a laser-guided vehicle, which will transport them to a crane that will place them in their appropriate slot in the 12-story tower, which spans the length of a football field.
The system will also be able to retrieve products when it’s time to load them onto a truck for delivery.
When the installation is complete later next year, the Elmwood facility, which serves some 5,000 retailers across the Greater New Orleans area, will be able to increase the amount of products it processes and handles from 14,000 pallets, or roughly 1 million cases, to 18,000 pallets, or 1.3 million cases.
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New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle, City Park,
New Orleans, LA 70179
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MUSEUM
10 am–5 pm, Tuesday–Sunday*
BESTHOFF SCULPTURE GARDEN
10 am–6 pm, Seven Days a Week
CAFE NOMA
10 am–4 pm, Tuesday–Sunday, and Private Events
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NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The holidays have arrived in Greater New Orleans, and local law enforcement agencies want to make sure residents get home safely after festive celebrations.
While making your holiday plans, officials with the St. Tammany Parish and St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s offices are reminding residents of their efforts to curb impaired driving throughout the season.
Holiday travel at MSY going smoothly
St. Tammany Parish Sheriff Randy Smith said his office is participating in the “Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over” campaign and is increasing patrols to “target impaired drivers.”
Smith said the STPSO is also offering free rides home to people in St. Tammany Parish who cannot get a sober ride home.
“If you know you’re going to be drinking alcohol, have a plan. Get a designated driver, call a cab or arrange for a lift from a rideshare company. If you have exhausted all resources and cannot find a way to get home, call the STPSO. We will provide you a safe ride home,” Smith said.
STPSO officials said those who don’t live in the parish can still contact deputies who will work with them to find a safe way to get home.
St. Tammany Parish residents looking to use the service can call (985)-898-2338 through New Year’s Day.
St. Charles Parish Sheriff Greg Champagne said the St. Charles Parish Sheriff’s Office is also offering parish residents free rides home this holiday season.
Champagne said anyone who consumed alcohol and needs a safe ride home in St. Charles Parish can call (985)-783-6807 through New Year’s Day.
The St. Bernard Parish Sheriff’s Office is also bringing back its “Holiday Ride Home” program, where parish residents can call the sheriff’s office at (504)-271-2501 for a free, no questions asked ride home through Jan. 2.
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NOLA Christmas Fest Returns December 2023
By: Abby Palopoli
THE JOYS OF CHRISTMAS IN NOLA
Coming this December is the 10th Anniversary of a classic New Orleans holiday attraction. Nola ChristmasFest, presented by Coca-Cola, will be hosted in the New Orleans Convention Center from December 27-30. There will be dining options such as Mrs. Claus's Sweet Shop, Mistletoe Grill, and Polar Pub filled with holiday treats.
"For 10 years, families, friends and neighbors have gathered at the Convention Center to share in the holiday season together and create cherished memories," said Michael J. Sawaya, Convention Center President and CEO, in a press release.
"As we reflect on the past 10 years, we look forward to hosting this holiday tradition each year, and welcome everyone to celebrate the spirit of the season with us," said Sawaya, in a press release.
At Christmas Fest, locals and visitors can enjoy several activities that are filled with holiday cheer. This years event features a brand new ice rink, a gingerbread village, Santa and friends visits, ice slides, and entertainment everyone can enjoy. The rides, Jolly Jingler and Big Blast Blizzard, are returning this year along with other carnival rides for all ages.
Skating with Santa will be returning on Friday, December 22 from 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. For this special event, guests can enjoy doughnuts, coffee, and hot cocoa as they skate with Santa. All of this will take place before doors open for entry to the regular session of the day. A separate ticket purchase is required for Skating with Santa.
Each day opens at 11 a.m., closes at 3:30 p.m. for an hour, and then reopens at 4:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. However, on Christmas Eve, the day starts at 11 a.m. and closes at 3:30 p.m. On Christmas Day, the event will open at 1 p.m. and close at 5 p.m.
Tickets for Nola ChristmasFest
Tickets are available for purchase on weekdays for $25 and $30 on Saturdays and Sundays. Ticket purchases are valid for a single admission on the specific day and session selected and each session lasts four and a half hours. Tickets are available online for both NOLA Christmas Fest and Skating with Santa. For guests under the age of 18, a parent or guardian is required for admission. The event is credit card only for tickets and concession purchases. The ParkMobile app can be used to reserve parking spaces.
If you love the stage and you'd like to get involved, apply to become a volunteer entertainer. As a volunteer, you'd receive complimentary admission to the festival and you'd be provided with technical support, sound, and stage lighting.
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Event by The Roosevelt New Orleans, a Waldorf Astoria Hotel
130 Roosevelt Way New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana 70112
Tickets
www.showclix.com/event/tbt23
Public
Join us this holiday season for Teddy Bear Tea at The Roosevelt New Orleans! Our elves are busy preparing for this popular event that delights and excites children of all ages! Santa and Mrs. Claus will welcome you and your children while you enjoy a presentation of delicious holiday food, specialty teas, and tasty pastries, as well as sparkling wine and mimosas for Mom and Dad.
Individual seats are available for pre-paid, non-refundable purchase.
To make reservations, please book online at https://www.showclix.com/event/tbt23 or by calling (504) 335-3129 Monday – Friday from 8am - 6:30pm.
Wed, Dec 27
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Wed, Dec 27
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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514 Frenchmen St. , New Orleans, LA 70116
P: (504) 944-8461
JJ & THE OK'S BAND 1:15PM-5:00PM
BOARDWALKER & THE 3 FINGER SWINGERS5:30PM-8:30PM
ROULE AND THE QUEEN9:00PM-12:00AM
THURSDAY DEC 28 OPEN AT 1 PM FOR LUNCH
THE RUGCUTTERS1:15PM-5:00PM
CRISTINA KAMINIS5:30PM-8:30PM
WOLFE JOHNS9:00PM-12:00AM
FRIDAY DEC 29 OPEN AT 11 AM FOR LUNCH
STEPHEN BRASHEAR QUARTET11:00AM-1:45PM
FELIPE ANTONIO QUARTET2:15PM-6PM
LES GETREX AND CAJUN COOKING6:30PM-9:30PM
BETTIS AND THE 3RD DEGREE10:00PM-2:00AM
SATURDAY DEC 30 OPEN AT 11 AM FOR LUNCH
WELCOME SUGAR BOWL FANS
ONLY 2 MORE DAYS IN 2023
THE JAYWALKERS11:00AM-1:45PM
BOARDWALKER & THE 3 FINGER SWINGERS2:15PM-6PM
JOHNNY MASTRO BLUES6:30PM-9:30PM
PAGGY PRINE AND SOUTHERN SOUL10:00PM-2:00AM
RING IN THE NEW YEAR WITH THE PERFECT CELEBRATION
SUNDAY DEC 31, 2023 NEW YEAR'S EVE AT BAMBOULA'S
THE VILLIANS1:15PM-5:00PM
MIDNIGHT BRAWLERS5:30PM-8:30PM
ED WILLS BLUES 4 $ALE9:00PM-12:00AM
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Grande Krewe
That’s right! Stock up for your New Year celebration with 10% off our entire sparkling wine selection! Champagne, Prosecco, Cava and more! Now through 12/31.
- 2305 Decatur St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 309-8309
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1 PM – 5 PM
German Coast
Farmers Market-
Westbank Bridge Park
13825 River Rd, Luling, LA 70070-6219, United States
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2 PM – 7 PM
Lafreniere Park Farmers Arts Market
3000 Downs Blvd,
Metairie, LA 70003-3957,
United States
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In Person
Expressions of America
December 27, 28, 29, 30 & 31 | 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
BUY TICKETS
Our newest attraction brings history to life like never before! Expressions of America is an immersive, outdoor sound and light show that combines cutting-edge technology and special effects with the real words and stories of everyday people who made a tremendous impact during a time of monumental conflict.
945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
info@nationalww2museum.org
504-528-1944
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What is the longest river in Asia?
Yellow River
Yangtze River
Mekong River
Ganges River
What is the longest river in Asia?
Yangtze River
to 15 minutes.
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What is the name of the condition where a person has difficulty distinguishing between colors?
Color blindness
Achromatopsia
Dichromatism
Monochromatism
What is the name of the condition where a person has difficulty distinguishing between colors?
Color blindness, also known as color vision deficiency, is a condition where a person has difficulty distinguishing between certain colors, usually red and green.
Did You Know? Among the earths living organisms other than us as humans, monkeys, various species of birds, fish and ground squirrels also have clear vision to distinguish the colors.
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Join us at St Ann Wine Bar as we kick off our holiday lineup! Here are the artists setting up the ambiance, this holiday season:
Dec 27- 7pm- Rhythm Brothers
Dec 28- 7pm- DEJA Vu
Dec 29- 8pm- PaperChase
Dec 30- 8pm- The Electrix
NY EVE- 8pm- Tease Me Band
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When we talk about architectural wonders, it's impossible not to admire the awe-inspiring height of skyscrapers. The 21st century has seen the construction of some of the tallest buildings in the world, each a testament to human ingenuity and the advancement of architectural and engineering technologies. In this blog post, we will explore the five tallest buildings constructed in the 21st century, each a unique masterpiece in its own right.
Burj Khalifa
Towering above all other man-made structures on the planet, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, stands as the tallest building ever constructed. Completed in 2010, this architectural marvel reaches an incredible height of 828 meters (2,717 feet). Designed by the Chicago office of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, the Burj Khalifa's design was inspired by the Spider Lily, a regional desert flower. The building's Y-shaped plan provides the maximum amount of perimeter for windows in living spaces and offices, which provide stunning views of the city.
Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower
Located in the heart of Mecca, Saudi Arabia, the Abraj Al-Bait Clock Tower is the second tallest building in the world. Completed in 2012, this building stands at 601 meters (1,972 feet) tall. The clock tower is part of a larger complex known as the Abraj Al-Bait Endowment, featuring a series of large hotel towers developed by the Saudi Arabian government. The Clock Tower boasts the largest clock face in the world and is topped by a spire with a shining golden crescent
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Chip Davis has announced he'll be taking his Mannheim Steamroller ensemble across America once again later in 2023. The next version of the annual Christmas tour will be making notable stops in Seattle, Modesto, Grand Prairie, Rosemont, Cleveland, Detroit and Las Vegas among many others. Back in 2019, the tour celebrated its 35th anniversary while performing several classics from the group's debut 1984 album 'Christmas'.
7:30pm
1111 Canal Street New Orleans, LA 70112
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Event by Russlie Ostrick and AcroNola
New Marigny Theatre at Church Of Arts & Sciences
Duration: 2 hr
Public
8pm - 10pm
We’re loving the new space. Join us Wednesday nights for Acro Jam! Great opportunity to continue on skills you’ve learned in class, skills you’ve been working on personally, skills you’d like to learn, nunchuck skills or to just get silly with us. Just bring your laughter (and ninja spotting skills)! No partner required. See y’all on the mat!
The New Marigny Theatre (church building)
2301 Marais St on the corner of Marais and Mandeville
$5 minimum donation for the space
Beginner friendly!
Wed, Dec 27
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
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DELFEAYO MARSALIS
& The Uptown Jazz Orchestra
EVERY WEDNESDAY in DECEMBER!
That's right! After nearly 4 years, Delfeayo and the Big Band return home to Wednesdays at Snug Harbor!
Delfeayo Marsalis is one of the top trombonists, composers, and producers in jazz today. Known for his “technical excellence, inventive mind and frequent touches of humor…” (Los Angeles Times), he is “…one of the best, most imaginative and musical of the trombonists of his generation.” (San Francisco Examiner).
Early influences on Delfeayo's style include J.J. Johnson, Curtis Fuller, Al Grey, Tyree Glenn, Tommy Dorsey, and Duke Ellington’s trombone masters. From the age of 17 until the present, he has produced over 100 recordings for major artists, including Harry Connick Jr, Spike Lee, Terence Blanchard, the Preservation Hall Jazz Band, and his father and brothers.
In January 2011, Delfeayo and the Marsalis family (father Ellis and brothers Branford, Wynton, and Jason) earned the nation’s highest jazz honor – a National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters Award, thus dubbing them
"America's First Family of Jazz."
On packing a full jazz orchestra into a tiny historic jazz club: "Whatever you have to do," the trombonist says philosophically. But when the band plays the swing and bebop hits from the 1930s through the 1960s, the music is just as tight. From Mardi Gras music to modern jazz, this band does it all.
An intimate experience like no other!
Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm.
Doors at 7:00pm & 9:00pm.
Purchase advance tickets now, and then arrive early for dinner, drinks or dessert, to be in that number:
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- 830 Conti St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
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2828 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119
18 and over
Wed, December 27, 2023
8:00 PM
DJ Kid Audiophonic presents: A Reggae Dance Party celebrating TOOTS!
18 and over
Thu, December 28, 2023
8:00 PM
Brad Walker
TICKETS
18 and over
Fri, December 29, 2023
11:00 PM
Sicard Hollow
TICKETS
18 and over
Sat, December 30, 2023
8:00 PM
John “Papa” Gros
TICKETS
18 and over
Sat, December 30, 2023
11:00 PM
Sicard Hollow
TICKETS
21 and over
MORE DETAILS
Sun, December 31, 2023
8:00 PM
"Country Come 2 Town NYE" ft. CC Adcock, Tommy McLain, Dickie Landry’s Quad Experience, an
TICKETS
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- 4301 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 555-5555
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HOW TO OBSERVE NATIONAL FRUITCAKE DAY
Share a fruitcake story or recipe. Or maybe share both. Invite someone to enjoy some fruitcake with you. No matter how you celebrate, use #NationalFruitcakeDay to post on social media.
You can also explore the other5 Time-Honored Christmas Foodsto get a jump on next year.
NATIONAL FRUITCAKE DAY HISTORY
National Day Calendar will continue to experiment with recipes until we get it right. In the meantime, we've not found the origins of this immortal cornerstone of holiday baking, either.
Fruitcake FAQ
Q. I've never eaten fruitcake because I've always heard it is awful. Is that true?
A. No, it doesn't have to be true. There's a difference between quality fruitcakes and those you might find at the convenience store Christmas shelf. Bakers using quality ingredients create rich, nutty, and flavorful fruitcakes.
Q. Why did the fruitcake fall out of favor?
A. Historians point toward a variety of reasons for the fruitcakes downfall including mass production, poor ingredients, and iconic jokes. However, another reason may be that a good fruitcake takes time and effort, sometimes up to a week to complete every step.
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argest film equipment and production company in the world.
December 27th Celebrated History
1932
The Radio City Music Hall opens under the direction of S.L. “Roxy” Rothafel. The show featured the Roxyettes (later renamed the Rockets), opera performed by Titta Ruffo, Coe Glade, and Vera Schwarz, Leon Rosebrook directing a chorus of 100 voices, and the Radio City Music Hall Symphony Orchestra. At the time, the theater was the largest in the world.
1947
Howdy Doody appears on television for the first time on NBC's Puppet Play House.
1952
Jimmy Boyd's "I Saw Mommy Kissing Santa Claus" reaches number 1 on the music charts.
1964
Performing their hit "Come See About Me," the Supremes make their first appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show.
December 27th Celebrated Birthdays
Louis Pasteur - 1822
Some of the many achievements of the French chemist and microbiologist include developing vaccines for anthrax and rabies. He also created the process for sterilizing products such as milk to kill microorganisms called pasteurization.
John Celardo - 1918
The American comic strip and comic book artist rose to popularity in the 1950s and 1960s with his work on the Tarzan comic strip for United Features.
Genevieve Audrey Wagner - 1927
A power-hitter in the All American Girls Professional Baseball League, Wagner began her career at the age of 15. One of the league's All-Stars, she played seven seasons, usually in the outfield before continuing her athletic career with the National Girls Baseball League in Chicago. While she played, Wagner pursued her medical degree. Following baseball, she practiced obstetrics for four decades.
Jason Hawes - 1971
In 1990, Hawes founded The Atlantic Paranormal Society to investigate reported paranormal activity. He also starred in and co-produced the SyFy show Ghost Hunters.
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English words carry with them a tapestry of stories, connecting us to past events, cultural practices, and even the whims of imaginative individuals. Exploring the etymology of these words offers us a glimpse into the intricate web of human history and language evolution. The next time you use an everyday English word, take a moment to appreciate the untold stories that lie behind it, for they are the threads that weave our linguistic tapestry.
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Mardi Gras St. Charles Ave. at Canal 1930's.
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N.O. City Hall and rail yard 1959.
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It has been 34 years since DH Holmes existed. The name changed to Dillard's and the end was upon us. After working for Holmes for 20 years to the bitter end I am a survivor. New avenues appear and you zig and zag to keep moving forward. Nothing can take away those 20 years of fond memories.
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Join Lakeside Shopping Center as we welcome Santa and Mrs. Claus with their friends Rudolph, Frosty and other Christmas favorites!
3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, LA, 70002
Capture your family memory with a visit and photo with Santa!
North Pole Express Train | 10:15 am
Train rides for your little elves begin at 10:15 am!
North Pole Express Train is open:
Thru - January 7, 2024
Monday–Saturday: 10 am – 7 pm
Sunday: Noon – 6 pm
$2/ride - Cash Only
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Celebration in the Oaks
Thru - Dec 30
5:00pm - 11:00pm
City Park glows with than a million lights, Mr. Bingle and holiday displays, as well as dinosaurs, flamingos, a pirate ship, and the animated “12 Yats of Christmas.” The seasonal attraction is accessible by driving or walking tours and the City Park train, and there are dedicated bike nights on Dec. 5 and Dec. 12. The season opens on Thanksgiving (Thursday, Nov. 23), and decorated park attractions include the Botanical Garden, Carousel Gardens and the holiday-decorated Storyland.
New Orleans Botanical Garden
5 Victory Avenue New Orleans, LA 70119
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City Park Prepares for Enhanced Celebration in the Oaks
Expanded holiday festival to include Driving Tour, amusement-park rides and reimagined Walking Tour
New Orleans City Park’s Celebration in the Oaks, one of the most-spectacular holiday lights festivals in the country, has fascinated guests for generations. The month-long fundraiser attracts over 135,000 visitors each year who come to see City Park’s famous live oak trees swathed in over a million twinkling lights and discover hundreds of breathtaking displays throughout the Park. This year, THE New Orleans holiday tradition is taking it to another level.
“With the Driving Tour and Walking Tour, this will be the biggest footprint Celebration in the Oaks has had since Hurricane Katrina,” said Cara Lambright, City Park Conservancy CEO. “As our largest annual fundraiser, we can’t wait to share this exciting celebration with our community.”
Boasting more light displays, new attractions and the return of the Botanical Garden Walking Tour, the 2022 Celebration will offer a variety of options, and price points, for guests to choose from.
Highlights this year include:
2.25-mile Driving Tour with enhanced displays
Walking Tour with Botanical Garden access and Carousel Gardens Amusement Park rides included
Multiple dedicated Bike Nights
Botanical Garden Dripping Tree, Poinsettia Tree, Historic Train Garden and “Cajun Night Before Christmas”
Carousel Gardens Train, Christmas Tree, Mr. Bingle and free marshmallows and hot chocolate
Holiday-themed Storyland
Iconic LED dinosaurs, flamingos and pirate ship
New exhibits such Toy Land, a 12-foot Dandelion Meadow Display and Winter Wonderland
“We heard the call of the community and challenged ourselves to step it up,” said Julie LaCour, Director of CITO/Special Events. “We know how important this event is to visitors, and we feel confident this year’s final product will make memories for folks that will last a lifetime.”
City Park Conservancy’s annual operating budget is largely reliant on self-generated activities, often weather dependent, and Celebration in the Oaks plays a key role in funding the Park’s continued maintenance and beauty each year, providing nearly 10% of the Park’s annual budget. The public’s investment and attendance at Celebration in the Oaks supports City Park’s success going forward.
For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit CelebrationInTheOaks.com.
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WHEN
Nov. 24, 2022 – Jan. 1, 2023
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays until 12/19
Closed Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve
WHERE
New Orleans City Park
Driving Tour Entrance: 2 Friederichs Ave, NOLA 70124
Walking Tour Entrance: 7 Victory Ave, NOLA 70124
TICKETS
For pricing structure, schedule and more, visit CelebrationInTheOaks.com.
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PHOTO BY CHRIS GRANGER
130 Roosevelt Way New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana 70112
5PM
During the Christmas season, almost every local has made their way through the cold streets of downtown New Orleans to see the lobby of the romantic Roosevelt Hotel.
Faux tree stems wrapped in glimmering white lights stand tall as they hover over guests and nearly touch the ceiling chandeliers. Neighboring the branches are snow-white Christmas trees covered in red ribbons and ornaments. Both decors line the lobby in a perfect, picturesque pattern.
Hence, it isn't hard to understand why Travel and Leisure named the Roosevelt one of the 15 most festive hotels in the U.S. during the holiday season.
“Our hotel guests, New Orleanians and tourists from all over the world come to The Roosevelt at this time of year because it is truly the brightest, most brilliant place to bring out the holiday spirit,” Tod Chambers, general manager of the Roosevelt, said in a news release.
This year, the Roosevelt is bringing back its beloved Christmas tradition on Nov. 28, unveiling 1,600 feet of garland and 4,000 glass ornaments, the hotel announced Wednesday morning.
New Orleans Saints Executive Vice President and General Manager Mickey Loomis will be there to help switch on the ceremonial lighting of over 112,000 lights, the Roosevelt said in a news release.
The hotel will also be offering various options for holiday dining experiences and drink options at the Sazerac Bar and Teddy's Café.
The Sazerac Bar is bringing back their annual holiday drinks, including the Christmas Cookie — a sweet, vodka-based mixed drink — and the Candy Cane, a sugar drink featuring Rumple Minze.
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CHRISTMAS IN THE PARK
December 16–December 30, 2023
Lafreniere Park sparkles for the holidays with millions of twinkling lights and displays! Constructed with over 10 million LED lights, this holiday favorite features elaborate decorations, artificial snow, and festive light displays that illuminate Lafreniere Park, while adults and kids alike can watch for appearances by Santa, Rudolph, Frosty, Grinch, and Elf.
At Santa’s Express Mail Center, children are able to view Santa’s elves building toys for all the good little girls and boys. Attendees can also enjoy an interactive walking tour set to random scenes from their favorite holiday classics. Children can write a letter to Santa and mail it to him at the Elf Post Office.
The 37th Annual Christmas in the Park will be held nightly at Lafreniere Park beginning on Friday, Dec. 9, 2021, and ending on Friday, Dec. 30, 2023.
Park Admissions & Entrances
The admission charge per vehicle is $10 in advance or $15 at the gate of the park
Credit and debit cards only. No cash will be taken at the gate. Tickets can be purchased online at https://lafrenierepark.org.
Additionally, the carousel will be open to the public every night till 9pm.
All vehicles must enter from West Napoleon Avenue and exit at Downs Boulevard. Upon entering the park, traffic will flow counterclockwise around the park. The Downs Boulevard Park entrance will close daily at 5:00 pm. The West Napoleon Avenue gate will close at 9:00 p.m. on Sunday – Thursday and 10:00 p.m. on Friday and Saturday nights.
Lafreniere Park will be closed on Christmas Day, Saturday, Dec. 25th, and will reopen on Sunday, Dec. 26th.
Driving and walking tours through the exhibit will be available
- Sunday – Thursday: 5:30pm to 9:00pm
- Friday –Saturday: 5:30pm – 10:00pm
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KENNER’S MAGICAL CHRISTMAS VILLAGE: The lights display will run Dec. 16-23, 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., at Heritage Park, 2015 Fourth St., in Kenner. Vendors and entertainment, music, food, arts, crafts and an appearance from Santa Claus will be available every Friday and Saturday. www.kenner.la.us/
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City of Gretna, Louisiana
Light up the Huey - Holiday Lights Display on Huey P. Long Avenue
The oaks will be lit all along the Huey P. Long median from 10th Street to the river
through December.
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Visit The Northshore
Get ready for the most magical time of the year! The 24th Annual Holiday of Lights is back in Mandeville, Louisiana, and it's brighter and merrier than ever! This year, enjoy a laser light show, SNOW, and more expanded light areas!
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KEEP THE HOLIDAY SPIRIT ALIVE: DRIVE-THRU LIGHTS UNTIL DECEMBER 31
the Holiday of Lights continues as a drive-thru experience on Koop Drive until December 31. The twinkling lights will illuminate the night from dusk through dawn, ensuring that the holiday spirit lingers long after the parade ends.
A Community Tradition
In 2022, after a years-long hiatus, the Holiday of Lights returned and welcomed an estimated 20,000 visitors! As it approaches its quarter-century anniversary, the Holiday of Lights has become an integral part of the Northshore's holiday celebrations, bringing families together to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.
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We are hosting our 4th annual HOLIDAY IN THE PARK at Joe W. Brown Park, 5601 Read Boulevard, NOLA 70126. Opens at dusk until 9:30pm starting November 20 - January 2, 2024. See you under the lights! For more information, visit www.nordc.org
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BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo
Duration: 2 hr 30 min
Please join us this year for an all-new Zoo Lights, presented by Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital. Zoo Lights is open from November 25 to December 30 and closed Christmas Eve & Christmas Day.
Admission gates open from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and grounds close at 9:00 p.m.
Admission:
Adults/Teens: $5
Seniors: $4
Ages 2-12: $3
Zoo Members: $3 per person
We are partnering with The Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank again this year! Every guest presenting a non-perishable food item during the hours of Zoo Lights will receive a 50% discount from the regular admission price. All food donations will go directly to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank. In 2020, just over 7,000 pounds of food were collected during this drive.
Come to the zoo to enjoy a trail of thousands of dazzling lights around the zoo for a cherished family holiday tradition in Baton Rouge.
On Fridays and Saturdays, Zoo Lights will feature visits from Santa Claus at the Otter Cabin!
- 3601 Thomas Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (225) 775-3877
Dec 2023
Wed, Dec 27
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Thu, Dec 28
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Fri, Dec 29
5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
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HOLIDAY LIGHTS: 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. nightly, Baton Rouge General, 8585 Picardy Ave. The large green space in front of the hospital is transformed into a twinkling, singing and musically synchronized lights display. $5. eventbrite.com.
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Arthur Hardy
48th annual MARDI GRAS GUIDE IS AVAILABLE
While our 2024 issue begins general distribution on
December 26, these outlets have them in stock NOW.
BEADS BY THE DOZEN 333 Edwards Ave. Harahan
PLUSH APPEAL 2812 Toulouse New Orleans
TJ CARNIVAL SUPPLIES 28 Fairfield Gretna
MARDI GRAS BEADS FACTORY 1145 Hwy 90 West Bridge City
JEFFERSON VARIETY 239 Iris Ave. Jefferson
BARNES & NOBLE 3721 Veterans Metairie
BARNES & NOBLE 16018 West Bank Expressway Harvey
BARNES & NOBLE 3414 Hwy 190 Mandeville
BLUE HARBOR MARKET 2963 Hwy 190 Mandeville
LITTLE MISS MUFFIN 766 Harrison Ave. New Orleans
ROSELYNNS HALLMARK 800 Metairie Rd Metairie
TJM’S 3605 N. CAUSEWAY Metairie
BARNES & NOBLE in Baton Rouge and Lafayette
Copies may also be ordered online from
https://store.nola.com/collections/mardi-gras
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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.
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.
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Historic New Orleans Collection
By: Amelia Hervey
HNOC'S NEWEST EXHIBIT
A new exhibit titled A Mystic Brotherhood: Fraternal Orders of New Orleans will be debuted by The Historic New Orleans Collection this December. until May 10, 2024. Admission will be free with a ticket reservation.
[Provided by Gambel Communications]
This exhibit will explore fraternal organizations such as the Freemasons and Odd Fellows, whose history has often been hidden, and highlight how they have shaped today's city. Visitors will recognize many familiar New Orleans names within the exhibit, including William C. C. Claiborne, Oscar J. Dunn, and Homer Plessy. It will also be possible to learn about the numerous landmarks around the city where certain historical events took place.
The exhibit will be a companion to Mystery and Benevolence: Masonic and Odd Fellow Folk Art, which is a traveling exhibition debuting on February 16, 2024 and running until May 10, 2024. Organized by the American Folk Museum in New York, from the Kendra and Allan Daniel Collection, this exhibition is toured by International Art & Artists from Washington, DC.
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City of New Orleans Encourages Residents to Participate in the Annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program to Rebuild Wetlands
NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans today reminded residents of the annual Christmas Tree Recycling Program to restore our wetlands. For over 25 years, this program has contributed to the restoration of the Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge, while preventing them from being placed in landfills. The trees also create an important habitat for birds, fish, crabs, crawfish and shrimp.
"Every year, our Christmas trees bring light and happiness into our homes, but their significance goes far beyond spreading holiday joy," said Mayor LaToya Cantrell. "Recycling and placing these trees along our eroding coastline to help rebuild our wetlands will assist in the effort to protect our great city and state for generations to come. This robust tree recycling program is another example of how New Orleans will continue to lead in combatting the global climate crisis while promoting innovative opportunities to create a better, greener and more vibrant community. So far, recycled trees have restored an area of marsh equal to approximately 200 football fields. Thank you to our residents who continue to donate their Christmas trees year after year to enhance our coastline restoration efforts."
The program is coordinated by the City's Office of Resilience and Sustainability (ORS) and Department of Sanitation, in partnership with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) and the Louisiana National Guard.
“We’re bringing attention to the Christmas Tree Recycling Program today because Black Friday and Small Business Saturday are popular days for New Orleanians to buy and decorate live Christmas trees,” said Director of Economic Development Jeff Schwartz. “The City can only accept trees without tinsel and flocking, and we ask residents to please consider this while decorating your tree.”
“While we are making great progress, protecting our natural resources remains more important than ever for New Orleans,” said ORS Deputy Chief Resilience Officer Greg Nichols. "The Christmas Tree Recycling Program is a great way for residents to get involved in the fight to restore our coast.”
Residents are encouraged to place their trees curbside for collection by Department of Sanitation contractors from Jan. 8 - 12, 2024. Trees cannot be flocked, and all ornamentation must be removed before placing them on the curb. Once they are collected, they will be sorted, bundled and airlifted by helicopter and dropped in targeted sections of the Bayou Sauvage Urban National Wildlife Refuge. The City’s goal is to collect 10,000 trees this year.
“The annual Christmas Tree Drop represents a long-standing partnership between the Louisiana National Guard and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service," said Louisiana National Guard, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Gabriel Ruiz. "It benefits the City of New Orleans and surrounding coastal environment, while also providing valuable training hours for our pilots and crewmembers of the 1st Assault Helicopter Battalion, 244th Aviation Regiment."
“I’d like to thank the residents of New Orleans for sharing their Christmas trees with us each year and making their contribution to coastal restoration," said USFWS Refuge Manager Shelley Stiaes. "Their tradition of donating Christmas trees is helping to rebuild our coastline and build habitat for wildlife."
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FREE Admission to the Ogden Museum of Art for La. Residents
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10:00 am
Ogden Museum of
Southern Art
925 Camp St.
New Orleans LA 70130
If you are a Louisiana resident you can enjoy the Ogden Museum of Southern Art for free on Thursdays thanks to the Helis Foundation. Great museum with the largest and most comprehensive assemblage of Southern art in the world, establishing the Ogden Museum as the preeminent resource on art and culture of the South.
. Purchase tickets in advance.
Who
All ages
Cost
Free for La. Residents
How
RESERVE TIMED
TICKETS HERE
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Penny's Cafe
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THURSDAY BUFFET $11.95
All you can eat fried chicken, baked chicken, fried okra, pork n' beans, boiled corn & potatoes, broccoli & bacon mac, cornbread, and dessert!
11am-7:30pm
- 5442 E Judge Perez Dr, Violet, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 272-0262
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The musicians appearing at the Palm Court are some of the legends of New Orleans music. We have live music five nights a week - dinner 7pm til 11pm. The Palm Court is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays but is available for private party bookings on those days We take group bookings up to 180 persons any day or night of the week. A variety of options are open to such groups and we are very happy to work with our clients to provide their group with a customized evening of entertainment and catering according to their needs.
Reservations Suggested
(504) 525-0200
December 2023
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Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers
Blue Nile
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Fair Grounds Race Course and Slots
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Swirl Wine Bar & Market
3143 Ponce de Leon Street
New Orleans, LA 70119
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NORTHWESTERN STATE
Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)
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Bryan-College Station, Texas (Reed Arena)
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Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)
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Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)
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OLE MISS
Oxford, Miss (The Pavilion)
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Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)
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AUBURN
Auburn, Ala. (Auburn Arena)
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Tuscaloosa, Ala. (Coleman Coliseum)
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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:
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
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Join us every Saturday,
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for over 80 local artisan vendors, including produce, prepared foods, jewelry, art, crafts, plants, music and more!
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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?
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Dominic Massa
We're happy to bring a piece of the past back to WYES starting this weekend. GREAT CHEFS OF NEW ORLEANS, the vintage TV series that began WYES’ legacy of award-winning nationally broadcast cooking shows, returns to the station – 40 years after its debut. Tune in Saturdays at 1pm. The original 26 episodes of GREAT CHEFS OF NEW ORLEANS will air on WYES, followed by other episodes of the multi-part series every Saturday.
Thanks to executive producer John Shoup for sharing the series (produced and directed by the late John Beyer) with us. It begins Saturday in the kitchen of the legendary Chef Warren Leruth, and you'll see many other local icons below in the weeks to come. For all the episodes, the distinctive voices of Mary Lou Conroy and Andres Calandria narrate, with original music from the Charlie Byrd Trio, the Dukes of Dixieland and Banu Gibson. LeRuth’s Gourmet Foods Andreas Preuss Marc Preuss Frank G Wong
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Texas Longhorns
Texas Athletics invites Longhorn Nation and the community of New Orleans to the Burnt Orange Bon Temps Bash at the famed Mardi Gras World complex on Saturday, December 30, @6pm along the banks of the Mississippi River. Featuring performances from rock icons Third Eye Blind and Austin-based electro-dance rock pioneers Ghostland Observatory!
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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
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Gretna Farmer’s Market
Event Date:
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Gretna Market
301 Huey P Long Ave
Gretna, LA 70053
| Enjoy fresh local produce and crafts at the Gretna Farmers Market, every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, rain or shine, under the covered Gretna Market Building, Huey P. Long Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets in historic downtown Gretna. | |
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The official Allstate Sugar Bowl New Year's Parade, a Mardi Gras-style parade with floats, bands and other participants, entertains fans young and old prior to the Allstate Sugar Bowl. The parade, which is scheduled for the afternoon of December 31, 2023 (scheduled for a 2:30 p.m. start), will start at the intersection of Elysian Fields Avenue and Decatur Street. It will travel through the French Quarter up Decatur Street along the Mississippi River, passing iconic landmarks such as The Old US Mint, the French Market, Cafe du Monde and Jackson Square. Check back for final route details and times.
The Parade will be broadcast live by WDSU-TV in New Orleans. The parade is scheduled to pass the WDSU main stage at Oscar Dunn Park across from Jackson Square, where the station will set up its live coverage. The WDSU broadcast will also be available online for out-of-town fans to enjoy all the excitement.
The Parade will wrap up at Canal Street
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10 am to 3 pm for an authentic
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Fireworks will light up the sky at the stroke of midnight Sunday night when the Crescent City Countdown Club--in association with New Orleans and Company, the Mayor's Office of Cultural Economy, and the New Orleans Tourism and Cultural Fund--hosts the annual NOLA New Year's Eve Fireworks Show in the French Quarter. The club will count down the final seconds of 2023 by dropping their giant fleur-de-lis atop Jax Brewery. Once the fleur-de-lis completes its descent and 2023 gives way to 2024, a world-class pyrotechnics show will illuminate the New Orleans sky.
The Berger and Tiller Families, French Quarter Festivals, Inc., and J&M Displays are also assisting with the production of the fleur-de-lis drop and fireworks display.
If you're going to be out of town or if you can't make it to the French Quarter to take part in the festivities, you can watch them live at wwl.com or on the WWL Radio Facebook page.
The fleur-de-lis drop and fireworks show are the first in several New Year's festivities in New Orleans. The Allstate Sugar Bowl Parade will roll through the French Quarter on New Year's Eve at 2:30 p.m. Then on New Year's Day, the 90th Annual Allstate Sugar Bowl Football Classic featuring Texas and Washington will kickoff at 7:45 p.m. The winner of that game will advance to the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.
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Pups & Pints at Chafunkta Brewing Co.
- Recurring Recurring weekly on Sunday
- Time: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- Price: Free
- Chafunkta Brewing Company
- 69123 Skybrook Rd., Mandeville, LA 70471
- (985) 869-0716
Make your Sunday a true FUNDAY with Chafunkta Brewery's "Pups and Pints," every Sunday! Bring your dog to the brewery on Sundays and your second pint is free. Don't have a pup or can't bring one? That's OK, as 10% of ALL SALES will go to the Northshore Humane Society.
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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.
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NewOrleans.com Allstate Sugar Bowl Tailgate Town to Kick-Off Game-Day Festivities on January 1
Ticketed Fans Invited to Champions Square For Tailgating Experience
NEW ORLEANS (December 21, 2023) – Fans attending the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl on Monday, January 1, 2024, are invited to converge on Champions Square at the Caesars Superdome to enjoy the NewOrleans.com Allstate Sugar Bowl Tailgate Town hosted by New Orleans & Company, the official pre-game party. Gates open at 4 p.m. for Tailgate Town while the Allstate Sugar Bowl is scheduled to kick off at 7:45 p.m.
Fans must have a Sugar Bowl game ticket to access Tailgate Town.
Tailgate Town, which is open from 4-7 p.m., will feature food, interactive games, and lots of entertainment. The band and cheerleaders from each school will perform – the Husky Marching Band's infectious grooves have delighted sports and music aficionados around the world for the last 93 years, while The Longhorn Band, founded in 1900, is rooted in countless traditions and historic events with high standards of achievement at its foundation.
Fans attending Tailgate Town are encouraged to visit the New Orleans & Company activation to enter the "Sugar Bowl 24 Come Back to New Orleans Sweepstakes" for a chance to win a return trip to New Orleans to experience all the city has to offer. The prize package features complimentary hotel stay, free admission to one of the city's top attractions, and specialty lunch and dinner reservations, among other perks.
Superdome doors are scheduled to open at 5:30 p.m. for the highly anticipated showdown between No. 2 Washington and No. 3 Texas. The winner of this year's game, the 90th annual Sugar Bowl Classic, will advance to the College Football Playoff Championship on Monday, January 8, in Houston. The other Playoff Semifinal pits No. 1 Michigan against No. 4 Alabama and will be played at the Rose Bowl, which kicks off at 3:30 p.m. (Central), also on ESPN.
Washington (13-0, 9-0 Pac-12) advanced to the College Football Playoff after a thrilling 34-31 victory over No. 5 Oregon in the Pac-12 Championship game on Dec. 1. Texas (12-1, 8-1 Big 12) also earned its conference championship with an impressive 49-21 win over No. 18 Oklahoma State in the Big 12 title game on Dec. 2. The Huskies and the Longhorns are the 94th and 95th conference champions to play in the Sugar Bowl in its 90-year history.
Washington will be the first Pac-12 team to play in the Sugar Bowl while schools that are currently in the Big 12 have made 25 Sugar Bowl appearances with an all-time mark of 15-10.
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NEW ORLEANS – Washington, from the Pac-12 Conference, and Texas, from the Big-12 Conference, will be featured in the College Football Playoff Semifinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl on Monday, January 1, 2024, in the Caesars Superdome. The game is scheduled to kick off at 7:45 p.m. (Central) and will be televised by ESPN.
While the game is officially sold out, the Sugar Bowl Committee encourages fans still looking to purchase tickets to visit Ticketmaster as the official verified resale platform of the 2024 Playoff Semifinal at the Allstate Sugar Bowl.
The Allstate Sugar Bowl will be doubling as a College Football Playoff (CFP) Semifinal for the fourth time since the start of the four-team college football postseason format which was established for the 2014 season. The three previous Playoff Semifinals combined for nearly 70 million worldwide viewers on ESPN's platforms.
"It's a wonderful opportunity for the Sugar Bowl to host two of the top college football teams in the country for a Playoff Semifinal," said Richard Briede, the President of the Sugar Bowl Committee. "And we're very excited as Washington and Texas are outstanding universities who have proven themselves to have tremendous football programs with strong followings of diehard fans. The energy in New Orleans for New Year's Eve and New Year's Day is going to be amazing."
This season will mark the final year of the current four-team format for the CFP. Starting with the 2024 regular season, the CFP will expand to a 12-team playoff. The Allstate Sugar Bowl will host New Year's Day Playoff Quarterfinals following both the 2024 and 2025 seasons.
"The Allstate Sugar Bowl has hosted the best in college football for our first 89 years," said Jeff Hundley, the chief executive officer of the Allstate Sugar Bowl. "Washington and Texas will ensure that the 90th annual Sugar Bowl continues that long run of excellence. We can't wait to welcome all the passionate Husky and Longhorn fans who pack the Superdome as well as the fans around the world who will watch this important match-up on ESPN."
The winner of this year's game, the 90th annual Sugar Bowl Classic, will advance to the College Football Playoff Championship on Monday, January 8, in Houston. The other Playoff Semifinal pits No. 1 Michigan against No. 4 Alabama and will be played at the Rose Bowl, which kicks off at 3:30 p.m. (Central), also on ESPN.
Washington (13-0, 9-0 Pac-12) was ranked No. 3 by the College Football Playoff (CFP) Selection Committee in last week's CFP Rankings and it moved up one spot to No. 2 following its 34-31 victory over No. 5 Oregon in Friday's Pac-12 Championship game. After being ranked No. 7 in last week's CFP Rankings, Texas (12-1, 8-1 Big 12) moved up to No. 3 in today's rankings after its impressive 49-21 win over No. 18 Oklahoma State in Saturday's Big 12 Championship game.
Washington, as the higher seed, will be the home team and will occupy the home bench on the west sideline of the Caesars Superdome while Texas will occupy the visitor bench on the east sideline.
This year's Sugar Bowl will be a rematch of last year's Alamo Bowl – Washington posted a 27-20 victory over Texas in that game on Dec. 29, 2022. The two teams have met four other times with the Longhorns holding a 3-2 edge in the series. The first two meetings were a Texas sweep of a home-and-home series (35-21 in Austin on Oct. 5, 1974, and 28-10 in Seattle on Sept. 20, 1975). The other meetings also came in bowls with Washington winning 14-7 in the Sun Bowl on Dec. 22, 1979, and Texas winning 47-43 in the Holiday Bowl on Dec. 28, 2001.
Washington will be the first Pac-12 team to play in the Sugar Bowl while schools that are currently in the Big 12 have made 25 Sugar Bowl appearances with an all-time mark of 15-10 (.600). Washington and Texas are the 94th and 95th conference champions to play in the Sugar Bowl in its 90-year history.
The Huskies will be making their second appearance in the CFP – they lost to Alabama in a Playoff Semifinal following the 2016 season, the third year of the CFP. The Longhorns are making their CFP debut this year.
While Washington is making its Sugar Bowl debut, becoming the 52nd school to participate in the game, Texas will be making its fifth appearance in the Sugar Bowl. The Longhorns have an all-time mark of 2-2 in the Sugar Bowl with wins in their first (Jan. 1, 1948, 27-7 over Alabama) and last appearances (Jan. 1, 2021, 28-21 over Georgia).
This year marked the most wins (13) in Washington football's 107-year history. The Huskies have posted 15 10-win seasons. Texas, meanwhile, has recorded 25 seasons with 10 or more victories. The Longhorns' victory record is also 13, set in its 2005 and 2009 BCS Championship seasons.
Washington will be making its 40th overall bowl appearance with an all-time record of 19-19-1. This will be the 59th bowl appearance for Texas; it has an all-time bowl mark of 31-25-2.
Both coaches, Kalen DeBoer from Washington and Steve Sarkisian for Texas, will be making their Sugar Bowl debuts as head coaches – they will become the 103rd and 104th coaches to lead teams into the Sugar Bowl.
Washington will be playing its first game in the Superdome and in New Orleans as well as just its fourth game overall in the state of Louisiana. The Huskies defeated Tulane in Shreveport's Independence Bowl on Dec. 19, 1987, and lost a pair of games to LSU in Baton Rouge (1983 and 2012). Texas will be making its 18th trip to Louisiana – the Longhorns have a 10-6-1 record in the Pelican State with a 7-0-1 record in New Orleans against Tulane, a 1-4 mark against LSU in Baton Rouge and a 2-2 Sugar Bowl record. The Horns are 2-1 all-time in the Superdome (a win over Georgia and a loss to Virginia Tech in the Sugar Bowl and a 2002 win over Tulane).
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NOLA Jitterbugs
Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans
Tickets
nolajitterbugsfall2023.dancecamps.org/booking.php
Public
Join the award-winning (1st place, baby!) NOLA Jitterbugs for a 6-week series with live music in the last class!
Our live music classes with local musicians and culture bearers, as well as our overall emphasis on music appreciation is what makes our lessons stand out among the rest!
Starts at The Contemporary Arts Center!
6-7pm Intro to Swing
For total beginners to swing dancing or dancing of any kind. Also for those looking to refresh their basics and learn some ragtime dances. We use these pre-swing era dances to teach beginners how to step on rhythm, step on rhythm while connected to another person, how to connect in order to lead or follow, you'll learn to syncopate your footwork, and then we'll slowly start to let go of one hand and create the beginnings of what will eventually be a bad-ass swing out.
7:30-8:30 Lindy Hop Vocab - Intermediate Level
This class is gonna give you some must know moves, some technique, some philosophy, and of course, we'll continue to clarify and polish up your swing outs.
No partner required to take either of these classes. Come alone or with friends!
SIGN UP HERE:
https://nolajitterbugsfall2023.dancecamps.org/booking.php
- 900 Camp St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 528-3805
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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
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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
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LSU Athletics is proud to announce its year-long celebration of 100 Years in Tiger Stadium, highlighted by stadium upgrades, events, storytelling initiatives, and a season-long celebration throughout the 2024 campaign.
Tiger Stadium, one of America’s most iconic sporting venues, first opened its gates on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 1924. Since then, the Tigers have won 450 contests in Death Valley, which has been home to two Heisman Trophy winners, four national championship teams, and 12 SEC title-winning squads.
Included in the celebration are several upgrades to Tiger Stadium, including a new videoboard and lighting system, as well as other upgrades designed to enhance the game day experience. Other events and celebrations will be announced throughout the year.
The 2024 home schedule features several marquee matchups, including home contests against Oklahoma, UCLA, and Alabama. Information on the full 2024 schedule and season tickets will be announced in the coming weeks.
One of the most legendary stadiums in all of college football, Tiger Stadium has been called “the best place in the world to watch a sporting event” by ESPN and “the pound-for-pound king of noise in college football.”
Entering its centennial season in 2024, Tiger Stadium has been a cornerstone of LSU Athletics and the Louisiana community for almost a century, hosting numerous NFL superstars, Heisman Trophy winners, and Hall of Famers since its opening in 1924. It serves as a sporting, cultural, and commercial hub for LSU Athletics, which contributes an estimated $500 million of economic activity for the state of Louisiana annually.
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7 PM
Latin Night at Rock n Bowl
Mid-City Lanes Rock n Bowl
3000 S. CARROLTON AVE
New Orleans, LA 70118
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Latin Night returns on this night! Dance class starts at 7pm with Bianca San Martin and then social dancing begins at 8pm with DJ Maynor playing the best Latin music to dance to. $5 cover
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January 4, 2024 | 6:00pm
Bach at the New Marigny
We kick off the New Year with Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 3 at the New Marigny Theatre! The program will also include works by Theofanidis, Fuller, St. George, Tansman, and Telemann.
RESERVE TICKETS
FEATURING
Matthew Kraemer, conductor
PROGRAM
Bach: Brandenburg Concerto No. 3
Christopher Theofanidis: Muse
Tucker Fuller: Orfeo & Eurydice
Tansman: Variations sur un thème de Frescobaldi
Telemann: Ouverture-Suite, TWV 55:D18
Doors: 5:00pm /// Concert: 6:00pm
Approximate concert length: 90 minutes
VENUE
New Marigny Theatre
Corner of Marais St and Mandeville St
2301 Marais St, New Orleans, LA 70117
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After you enjoy your Christmas tree this holiday season, recycle it at Middendorf's Manchac!
We're collecting trees to help with Southeastern Louisiana University's Manchac Wetlands Restoration Project. If you recycle your tree with us, you could also win a $50 gift card!
To enter the drawing, please drop-off your tree at Middendorf's Manchac during regular business hours (Wed-Sun, 10:30am-9:00pm) beginning on January 4. After you drop-off your tree, come inside to the hostess stand to enter to win. We'll collect trees through the end of Mardi Gras, and the drawing will be held on February 14. If you're not interested in the drawing, you can drop-off your tree anytime.
And one more thing.. Trees cannot be flocked or have any decorations, stands, nails/screws, etc. Thank you for helping the Manchac Wetlands!
Learn more about the project at... https://www.southeastern.edu/.../dece.../tree_recycling.html
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TWELFTH NIGHT KICKOFF BRUNCH AT COMMONS CLUB FRIDAY, JANUARY 5, 2024
Pop-Up Shops, Live DJ Entertainment & Themed Cocktails and Dishes
WHO/WHAT: The Virgin Hotels New Orleans is welcoming Carnival season with a festive Twelfth Night Kickoff Brunch at Commons Club – the social epicenter of Virgin Hotels New Orleans. Under the direction of recently-appointed Executive Chef Chris Borges, the dynamic restaurant, bar and lounge is kicking off Mardi Gras season with a very special Friday Brunch.
Guests can enjoy an array of tantalizing Mardi Gras themed dishes, along with Borges’ decadent a la carte brunch offerings such as Sweet Potato Buttermilk Drop Doughnut with marshmallow fluff brûlee, toasted pecans and maple glaze and Gulf Shrimp & Bayou Cora Grits. Cocktails are equally impressive with King Cake-inspired libations, baby ice cubes, and more. Guests can also enjoy bottomless mimosas ($35 per person) and bottomless Veuve Clicquot ($75 per person).
The Twelfth Night Kickoff Brunch will showcase a variety of local vendor pop-up shops, perfect for picking up items for costumes and revelry, as well as live DJ entertainment.
WHEN/WHERE: The Twelfth Night Kickoff Brunch will take place on Friday, January 5, 2024 from 11AM – 2PM. Common’s Club is located on the ground floor of Virgin Hotel New Orleans at 550 Baronne Street. For reservations or additional information, please visit https://virginhotels.com/new-orleans/eat-drink/commons-club/
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New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation
The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation presents Gladney in concert on Friday, January 5, 2024, at the George and Joyce Wein Jazz & Heritage Center (1225 N. Rampart Street). Doors open at 7pm and the concert begins promptly at 8pm.
Tickets are $10, available here on Eventbrite: https://gladney2024.eventbrite.com
Seating is general admission and limited, so please register in advance. All proceeds from this concert series directly support the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation.
The concert will be livestreamed: jazzandheritage.org/live
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16th annual Joan of Arc Parade, Saturday, Jan. 6
- starts at 7pm
- 16th annual Joan of Arc parade, celebrating her birthday
- officially kicks off the Mardi Gras season
- Portraying King Charles XII- Louis Michot
- Portraying Queen Yolande of Aragon- Hannah Kreiger-Benson
- Portraying the Maid of Orleans, Jeanne d'Arc- Marley Marsalis
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Fair Grounds Race Course and Slots
Tickets
bit.ly/4aogfPR
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FAMILY DAY
Race over for a truly wild experience featuring ostrich, camel and zonkeys races.
Skip the line on race day, reserve your tickets today through Ticketmaster! Click 'Find Tickets' to the right or click here: https://bit.ly/4aogfPR to get yours today!
GENERAL ADMISSION: $10
Fair Grounds Race Course and Slots
2899 Fortin St, New Orleans, LA 70119-2801, United States
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Rex den open house will offer a glimpse into the makings of Mardi Gras
Tori McRoberts Hoffpauir of YouthForce NOLA and her children, Lucia, 3, left, and Joshua, 5, look at Mardi Gras floats in the Rex den in New Orleans on Saturday, Jan. 14, 2023.
- STAFF PHOTO BY SCOTT THRELKELD
Ever wanted to see the Boeuf Gras up close?
Take a gander at the King of Carnival's throne?
It is a month before Twelfth Night and the official beginning of the Carnival season and time to make plans to journey behind the scenes of the Rex parade in a special tour that benefits the Friends of the Cabildo.
The Rex Den Showing Open House and Float Viewing will be at 1 p.m. Jan. 13, 2024, at the 2531 S. Claiborne Ave. location that houses the majestic floats that will roll this season on Feb. 13.
From the iconic floats of the parade like the Butterfly King to His Majesty's Bandwagon, the signature aspects of the procession will be there along with floats that will provide a glimpse into the 2024 theme.
The den also is home to a museum of the Rex Organization and Rex Mart.
Tickets start at $40. Visit friendsofthecabildo.org.
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Professor Carl Nivale
Welcoming the new marching krewe, Krewe Mosaïque! They have their first parade on January 13th, from Armstrong Park to Ursuline Convent. Your favorite Professor and Grand Marshal Marty Graw look forward to being there!
#Carnival2024 #MardiGras2024 #OurCarnivalHeritage #krewemosaique
https://www.axios.com/.../new-krewe-mardi-gras-parade...
A new walking krewe will debut for Mardi Gras 2024, marching through the French Quarter on Jan. 13.
Why it matters: The event fills in an otherwise parade-free weekend during the weekslong celebration of Carnival in New Orleans.
What's happening: Krewe Mosaïque will march for 12 blocks from Armstrong Park to the Ursuline Convent for the first time.
- This year's krewe will max out at 200 members, and organizers are putting an emphasis on DIY elements, handmade throws and cultural or historical relevance to the city.
- The idea stems from the krewe's founding members preference for DIY costuming and contraption-building.
What she's saying: "Everything is bright and colorful and very unique unto themselves, but when we come together, it's this beautiful experience, like a mosaic," says Krewe Mosaïque founder Terese Aiello.
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Crescent City Homebrewers
Winterfest is an annual event put on by the Crescent City Homebrewers. The festival features over 40+ home brewed beers, live music, and more.
$40 gives you entrance to this all-you-can-drink event, as well as access to the Crescent City Homebrewers’ monthly meetings! Join us on January 13th and enjoy all rights and privileges of membership.
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Harmony Street Society To Host Free Tax Workshops For Local Musicians
OFFBEAT STAFF
The Harmony Street Society will once again offer free workshops this fall and winter to assist musicians in the New Orleans area with their tax-related matters. These workshops provide valuable insights into navigating the often complex world of taxes, ensuring musicians stay tax-compliant and informed.
The details of the workshops are as follows:
Workshop 3 – How to Prepare Your 2023 Tax Return – January 17, 2024
- A step-by-step walkthrough of preparing your 2023 tax return using your phone.
Workshop 4 – How to Prepare Your 2023 Tax Return – January 31, 2024
- A repeat of Workshop 3, with additional tips for handling missing documents.
These Harmony Street Society workshops provide an excellent opportunity for musicians in the New Orleans area to gain essential knowledge and guidance on tax-related matters.
ALL WORKSHOPS HELD IN PERSON AT THE NEW ORLEANS JAZZ MUSEUM. All workshops are free to attend, and those interested should register with jim@harmonystreetsociety.org. For those unable to attend in person, the workshops will also be available for viewing on Zoom, and the Zoom link can be obtained by contacting that same email.
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The Balloon Glow & Laser Show - New Orleans is at NOLA Motorsports Park.
Coming January 19th & 20th 2024! Get the whole family out for a great family fun time! See incredible Hot Air Balloons, check that bucket list and get a ride on an actual Hot Air Balloon!
We will have a Kids Zone, with Games and Rides including trains, bounce house's, rock and much more!
Live Music for your entertainment from a variety of Artists.
Craft & Retail Vendor Booths with tons of cool and interesting stuff for sale!
Food Vendors with bunches of fantastic Festival Style food to choose from!
Bucket List!! Tethered Hot Air Balloon rides will be available for purchase during the event for $25 per person. While supplies last and weather dependent. Announcements on rides will be made at the event.
For the Grand Finale each night after dusk... about 9pm we will have the fantastic Hot Air Balloon Glow & Laser show where we will light up all the balloons in unison with crowd participatory "Count Downs"! This show incorporates Music and visually stunning coordinated burns by the Hot Air Balloons & Lasers.. creating a Glow!
Bring your blankets, chairs and umbrellas and set up your own "perfect" viewing spot i!
Tickets:https://www.freshtix.com/events/balloonsneworleans
FAQ:
Tickets are limited. Purchase as soon as possible before we sellout.
Volunteers needed to work with the balloon pilots to set up.
Parking is FREE and onsite.
DATE AND TIME
January 19th - 20th, 2024
Gate opening at 5PM each day: 5:00 pm
LOCATION
NOLA Motorsports Park
11075 Nicolle Blvd.
Avondale, LA 70094
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Give the gift of king cake this holiday season! We can't think of a tastier gift.
Mark your calendars WYES KING CAKE AND CONVERSATION is back!!!!!!!
Join us for a king cake tasting and conversation in celebration of all things Carnival on Sat., Jan. 20th from 1-3pm at WYES.
Tickets are $25.
BUY NOW: https://kingcakewyes.eventbrite.com
WYES KING CAKE AND CONVERSATION
Saturday, January 20, 2024
1-3pm
WYES Paulette and Frank Stewart Innovation Center for Educational Media
916 Navarre Avenue New Orleans, LA 70124
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Jefferson Performing Arts Society and Jefferson Parish Schools
Kick Off Winter Coat Drive
---Jefferson Performing Arts Society (JPAS) and Jefferson Parish Schools are partnering to collect winter coats for children in need.
Their goal is to gather 100 coats to be delivered to Woodmere Elementary in Harvey on February 6, 2024.
through February 4, JPAS will host a coat drive at their East bank and Westbank theaters:
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● Westwego Cultural Center 177 Sala Avenue, Westwego: January 25-February 4, 2024.
Coats in good condition (only new or gently used will be accepted) for ages 4 to 14 will be received at both locations during show productions. Due to the varying sizes of middle school students, adult-size coats will be accepted and distributed appropriately.
Coats may be dropped off by appointment if donors cannot bring coats during these times:
January 25-February 4, 2024: The Mountaintop performances at Westwego Cultural Center at 177 Sala Avenue in Westwego, Louisiana. Coats will be collected starting one hour prior to showtime for each performance on Thursdays through Sundays from January 25 to February 4. Please visit www.jpas.org for the show schedule of The Mountaintop. Coat donations will be accepted one hour before and shows, in the lobby.
Donors need not attend events or performances to donate coats. To arrange for coat drop-offs outside of the above-listed performance dates and times, email amy@jpas.org or call 504-885-2000 ext. 212.
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The Rolling Stones are coming to Jazz Fest
by: Raeven Poole
NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The Rolling Stones are headed to Jazz Fest!
Officials with the New Orleans Jazz &Heritage Foundation announced Tuesday, Nov. 21 that the group will headline the 2024 festival.
Their only festival appearance is set for May 2 as a part of their Stone Tour ’24 Hackney Diamonds.
“‘The Rolling Stones at Jazz Fest’ is a long-held prophecy coming true. The Festival thanks Mick, Keith, Ronnie, and Concerts West, for their steadfast dedication to making this once-in-a-lifetime Jazz Fest magic. The pilgrimage starts today, come get satisfied,” said Quint Davis, Producer/Director of Jazz Fest.
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She'll Love You Back.
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Frank Stansbury
Lafete News
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