National Vodka Day recognizes a popular beverage used in a variety of cocktails and mixed drinks. Explore your options on October 4th and raise a toast to the celebration. 

Makers distill a variety of substances to make vodka. As a result, diverse types of vodka fill the shelves at the liquor store. Grain, potatoes, fruits, and sugar vodkas fit a variety of mixing needs behind the bar or in the kitchen, too.  

Traditionally, prepared vodkas had an alcoholic content of percent by volume. In the United States, products sold as vodka must have an alcoholic content of 30 percent or more.

Enjoy vodka on the rocks or in cocktails and mixed drinks. There are so many to choose from as the list below suggests: 

• Caesar
• Bloody Mary
• Screwdriver
• Sex on the Beach
• Moscow Mule
• White Russian
• Black Russian
• Tonic
• Vodka Martini

Makers have expanded the variety of flavors making endless possibilities when it comes to cocktails, mixed drinks, and other beverages the whole year-round.

NATIONAL PUMPKIN SEED DAY

The first Wednesday in October offers up the seasonal delight, National Pumpkin Seed Day! As the temperatures cool and the leaves turn, snack on these delicious tidbits.

Many of us have fond memories of roasting these delicious nuggets after carving the Jack o' lantern. However, we never realized just how good (and good for us) they were. Surprisingly, pumpkin seeds have been valued for their dietary and medicinal properties for thousands of years. In fact, pumpkin seeds have been traced back as far as 7000 BC, according to archeologists excavating a tomb in central Mexico.

Nutritional Powerhouse

Among other civilizations, the Aztecs and Mayans were believed to revere pumpkin seeds as an essential and powerful source of food and nutrition. As it turns out they were on to something - In comparison to other nuts and seeds, Pumpkin Seeds are one of the most nutritious plant-based foods. A quarter-cup serving alone includes an immune-boosting 17% of an adult's daily allowance of zinc and a robust red blood cell-supporting 15% of the iron needed.

This little seed also has a whopping 8.5 grams of complete plant-based protein in just 1 ounce. Ounce for ounce, that’s 2.5 times more protein than a hard-boiled egg. These flavorful bites have much more to offer including a plentiful helping of minerals with over 40% of the RDI of magnesium, phosphorus, and manganese, essential nutrients that aid in overall body function.

Pumpkin seeds without shells, also known as pepitas, provide an even better standalone snack. Pepitas are especially delicious when dry roasted. Try adding savory seasonings, too. They also make great additions to salads, oatmeal, and even ice cream. Mix them into baked goods for added crunch or to granola and bars for extra protein. Don't hesitate to elevate a savory dish to a new level by creating a pesto with pumpkin seeds.

St Marys Assumption Church of St Alphonsus Parish New Orleans

Blessed Francis X. Seelos Feast Day - All are welcome to join us for 7:30am Mass at St. Mary’s Chapel to

celebrate on (Thu) Oct. 5th.

Law Enforcement Family

Teri King 

Put your car keys beside your bed at night.

Tell your spouse, your children, your neighbors, your parents, your Dr's office, the check-out girl at the market, everyone you run across. Put your car keys beside your bed at night.If you hear a noise outside your home or someone trying to get in your house, just press the panic button for your car. The alarm will be set off, and the horn will continue to sound until either you turn it off or the car battery dies.

This tip came from a neighborhood watch coordinator. Next time you come home for the night and start to put your keys away, think of this: It's a security alarm system that you probably already have and requires no installation. Test it. It will go off from most everywhere inside your house and will keep honking until your battery runs down or until you reset it with the button on the key fob chain. It works if you park in your driveway or garage.

If your car alarm goes off when someone is trying to break into your house, odds are the burglar/rapist won't stick around. After a few seconds, all the neighbors will be looking out their windows to see who is out there and sure enough the criminal won't want that. And remember to carry your keys while walking to your car in a parking lot. The alarm can work the same way there. This is something that should really be shared with everyone. Maybe it could save a life or a sexual abuse crime.

P.S. Would also be useful for any emergency, such as a heart attack, where you can't reach a phone. My Mom has suggested to my Dad that he carry his car keys with him in case he falls outside and she doesn't hear him. He can activate the car alarm and then she'll know there's a problem.

This may save a life!

Acquistapace's Wine & Cheese

Did you hear the news? After devastating damage from Hurricane Ida, Central Grocery & Deli New Orleans is finally planning to reopen their shop in October or November!

In the meantime, pickup a world-famous Central Grocery Muffuletta at Acquistapace's in Covington and Mandeville!

First Presbyterian Church of New Orleans

• 5401 S Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
• (504) 866-7409

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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

Wed, Oct 4

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Thu, Oct 5

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Fri, Oct 6

3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

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1:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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3:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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Which words best complete these example sentences?

A) When it was discovered that the professor had gone missing, it was a complete ____________, and everyone in and around the university was shocked and very concerned. B) How socks get lost in the laundry is a worldwide ____________ that will never be solved.

Enigma

Disparage

Evanescent

Abnegate

NOLA.com · 

| Thousands of pumpkins offered at

the annual St. Andrew's Episcopal Pumpkin Patch

2023 Pumpkin Patch 

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September 22 - October 30, 2023

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Saturday/Sunday: 9PM-7PM

Weekdays: 3PM-7PM

​St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

1031 S. Carrollton

New Orleans, LA 70118

(504) 866-0123

New Orleans Center for Creative Arts (NOCCA) and Morris Jeff Community School

600 Homer Plessy Way, New Orleans, LA 70117

Duration: 3 hr

Public 

Join us for a showcase of visual art from students at Morris Jeff Community School.

ONE NIGHT ONLY

Wednesday, October 4 from 4pm-7pm

5 Press Gallery on the NOCCA campus

600 Homer Plessy Way, New Orleans

Free and open to the community

Organized by Teresa Anasagasti

St. Tammany’s big 10 fall flings

BY JESSICA SAGGIO

•Oct. 4-8: St. Tammany Parish Fair

A more than 100-year tradition, the St. Tammany Parish Fair will return to the parish fairgrounds in Covington Oct. 4-8, with the pageant and rodeo queen contest beginning before then on Sept. 23 and Oct. 1, respectively. This year’s fair includes all the familiar favorites: midway rides, the mini farm, JoJo the Magic Clown, 4H exhibits and live performances. On Oct. 6 at 9 a.m., a parade will lead crowds to the official opening ceremony at the Parish Fairgrounds off North Florida Street, but midway rides and fair festivities begin before then.

This year’s fair will have live performances by Patrick Thompson, Highway 190, Isabel Williams, Southern Patriot, Anna and Soul Revival. It will also include a gospel night and Wild West Show the evening of Oct. 5, and a rodeo the evenings of Oct. 6 and 7. The fair will play host to a dance and cheer competition, chicken calling contest, art demonstrations and much more.

For a full timeline and list of events, visit sttammanyparishfair.info. Times vary by day. Weekend festivities require a $5 entrance fee for adults and $3 for children under age 12. Midway ride bands can be purchased between $25 and $30 depending on the day, and the Wild West Show and rodeo require a separate entry fee of $15 for adults and $10 for children.

•Oct. 7: Bluesberry Music & Art Festival

The Bluesberry Music and Art Festival will take place from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Bogue Falaya Park in Covington. The festival promises “a family-friendly celebration of world-class music, art, food and culture with a blueberry twist at every turn” — and will expand this year with a third stage for performances.

The event features art vendors, food trucks, a beer and wine garden, live art demonstrations and an interactive children’s village. However, music will be the main attraction with performances by Kevin & The Blues Groovers, Big 50, Ally Venable Band, Mike Zito and The Band of Heathens. A separate Ozone Songwriters stage will feature up-and-coming talent and a third “River Revival” stage has been added this year to feature gospel artists.

“We look forward to expanding our festival’s musical variety and showcasing even more of the incredible talent we have right here in our own backyard,” said Bluesberry co-founder Sarah Federer.

Tickets to the event are $30 in advance, or $40 at the gate. Children under 10 are free. A VIP package is also available for $90. Parking is throughout downtown and a shuttle will transport eventgoers from the St. Tammany Justice Center. Visit thebluesberryfest.com for more.

•Oct. 14: Wild Things

It’s been a long time coming, but Wild Things officially returns this year for the first time since 2019. The event was canceled in years prior due to COVID-19 safety precautions, but this year, Refuge Ranger Rebecca Larkins said “it feels great to be back.” The free event will take place at the refuge headquarters in Lacombe at 61389 La. 434 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Wild Things festival is an event created to celebrate all things outdoors and will feature live music by the Dead End Blues, food, boat and canoe tours, fish casting stations, a children’s activity tent with crafts and face painting, nature talks, live animal presentations, hayrides, target shooting and a “story walk” by the St. Tammany Parish Library.

“This is the one-stop shop to the great outdoors,” said Larkins. “… It is truly a celebration of National Wildlife Refuges where it is our mission to connect people to nature.”

A youth art contest and “Walk for the Wild” 5K will also take place ahead of the event. For more information on those, visit fws.gov/refuge/big-branch-marsh.

•Oct. 13-15: Wooden Boat Festival

The Wooden Boat Festival is back at Maritime Museum Louisiana in Madisonville. A kickoff “Maritime Mania” party will take place Oct. 13 from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. with food, live music by Category 6, a silent auction and pirate costume contest. However, the main event will run Oct. 14-15 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days. This year’s festival will feature live music on Saturday by Monster Crawfish, Sugar Bomb and Bottoms Up, and on Sunday, the Chase Tyler Band. Food and art vendors will line the event alongside boat displays and a children’s village.

The children’s village will include 30 kid vendors from Market Munchkins, activities from the St. Tammany Children’s Museum, Northshore Robotics, a pumpkin-decorating station, presentations from the Plauche’s Battalion reenactors, a mermaid visit and slides. Music for the kids will be provided by School of Rock, Felix Schafer, the Schafer Family Ensemble and the Northshore American Harpist Society.

Coinciding with the festival will also be the “Quick n’ Dirty” boat building contest where teams work to both build and decorate a boat that will be put to the test at the festival’s parade Sunday evening down the Tchefuncte River.

Tickets to the event are $10 for adults and free for children under 12. Early birds who grab tickets in September only pay $8 at maritimemuseumlouisiana.org.

•Oct. 20-22: Slidell Food and Fun Festival

The Slidell Food and Fun Festival hosted by Saint Margaret Mary Roman Catholic Church is slated to return Oct. 20-22 at the church campus on Robert Boulevard in Slidell. The fair runs from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, then Saturday 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sunday noon to 9 p.m. This year’s festival will feature carnival rides, 15 food vendors, games, raffles and live entertainment. The music lineup includes performances by the Stacy Weaver Band, Witness, Voodoo Gumbo, Where Ya At Brass Band, Fistful of Flannel, Soul Brass Band, Swingaroux, Home Run Jack, Out Da Box and Caroline Tebbs. Entrance to the fair is free, but rides require a wristband, though prices for those have not been announced.

•Oct. 20-21: Abita Fall Fest

Back for another celebration filled with music, food, drinks, activities and artisanal vendors, the Abita Fall Fest returns at the Abita Springs Trailhead. The event will jump-start with the “Fall Fest After Dark” Oct. 20 featuring live performances by Julian Primeaux, Bon Bon Vivant and Marc Broussard. Food and drink will be available at this music-centric kickoff, but the activities area of the event will not be open. Tickets to the after-dark fest are $20, and children under 10 are free.

On Oct. 21, the festival will be in full swing with a host of vendors, an “interactive circle” with hands-on experiences, a Tiger Tailgate football viewing station and live performances by the Imagination Movers, Gal Holiday, Strange Roux, Tyler Kitchen & The Right Pieces, Lost Bayou Ramblers, Tyler Farr on the main stage. A separate “Trail Stage” will feature Tom Leggett, Lilli Lewis, Cactus Thief, The Stumpgrinders and Christian Serpas & Ghost Town.

There’s plenty for the littles as well in the Kid Zone, including carnival games, face painting, a petting zoo, crafts and pony rides. A special “pumpkin stage” will be in the Kids Zone where the Tchefunky Playground Band will perform, and a magic show, princess party and juggling act will take place. Fun for the whole family is also available at the “Harvest Matchup,” where there will be inflatables, football and archery.

Advance tickets to the main event are $25 for adults, $15 for kids ages 3-10, and free for kids 2 and under. Tickets at the gate are $35. See more at abitafallfest.com.

•Oct. 28: Symphony on The Lake

Grab those chairs and enjoy a sunset over Lake Pontchartrain with the soothing sounds of classical music from the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra.

Symphony on the Lake will take place at the Mandeville Lakefront between Coffee and Carroll streets from 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 28. The LPO will perform works by Copland, Brahms, Britten, Saint-Saens, Duke, Gershwin, Offenbach, Williams, Sousa and others. Food trucks will be on site at this free event, but picnics will also be permitted.

•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.

Which words best complete these example sentences?

A) Her ____________ efforts to save the courthouse memorial from ruin were widely supported by the community. B) The school still imposed a very strict dress code, even though the students made numerous ____________ attempts to have it changed.

Alimentation

Gallant

Cordial

Facetious

Katie's Restaurant

• 3701 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana

(504) 488-6582

Steak & Martini Night Every Wednesday!

8oz Filet

House Martini

Fully Loaded Baked Potato

All for $30 dollars! Every Wednesday here at Katie’s Restaurant & Bar!

See list of book signings and other literary events coming up in New Orleans

Oct. 1-7: Banned Book Week

Wednesday

Walter Isaacson: 6 p.m., Nims Fine Arts Center, Academy of the Sacred Heart, 4301 St. Charles Ave. The author will be in discussion with Amy Gajda for his biography "Elon Musk." Garden District Book Shop to sell. Tickets required. gardendistrictbookshop.com.

Alison Pelegrin: 6 p.m., Helis Foundation John Scott Center, 938 Lafayette St. Louisiana poet laureate presents inaugural reading. 

Thursday

(Un)Banned Book Festival: 9 a.m. to noon, Baldwin & Co., 1030 Elysian Fields Ave. Banned Wagon provides free copies of banned or challenged books, with food, music and more. Authors expected include Ani DiFranco and Jumata Emill. baldwinandcobooks.com.

John Connolly: 6 p.m., Garden District Book Shop, 2727 Prytania St. The author discusses and signs his book "The Land of Lost Things." gardendistrictbookshop.com.

Irina Zhorov: 6 p.m., Blue Cypress Books, 8123 Oak St. The author and Boyce Upholt discuss and sign her book "Lost Believers." bluecypressbooks.com.

Walter Isaacson: 7 p.m., Jewish Community Center, 5342 St. Charles Ave. The author will be in discussion and sign his biography "Elon Musk." Octavia Books to sell. Tickets required. octaviabooks.com.

Saturday

Johnette Downing and Heather Stanley: 11 a.m., Blue Cypress Books, 8123 Oak St. The author and illustrator read and sign their new book "My Parrain is the Loup Garou." bluecypressbooks.com.

Line Papin: 5 p.m., Garden District Book Shop, 2727 Prytania St. The author and E.M. Tran discuss and sign her book "The Girl Before Her." gardendistrictbookshop.com.

Oct. 10

Alex Jennings: 6:30 p.m., Cita Dennis Hubbell Library, 725 Pelican Ave. The author will discuss and sign his novel "The Ballad of Perilous Graves." nolalibrary.org.

Oct. 11

Mackie J.V. Blanton: 6 p.m., Garden District Book Shop, 2727 Prytania St. The author reads "The Casual Presence of Borders." gardendistrictbookshop.com.

Oct. 12

Malcolm Jenkins: 6 p.m., Baldwin & Co., 1030 Elysian Fields Ave. The author and NFL player discusses and signs "What Winners Won't Tell You: Lessons from a Legendary Defender." baldwinandcobooks.com.

Oct. 13

Vampire Book Prom: 7:30 p.m., Barnes and Noble, Premier Center II, 3414 Highway 190, Mandeville. Book discussion, trivia, charades and more. Ticketed event. barnesandnoble.com.

Oct. 14

Johnette Downing: 11 a.m., Garden District Book Shop, 2727 Prytania St. The author reads and signs "My Parrain is the Loup Garou." gardendistrictbookshop.com.

Laura Michaud: 1 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 3721 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie. The author signs "The Ghostwriter of New Orleans." barnesandnoble.com.

Marita Woywod Crandle: 1 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 3721 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie. The author signs "New Orleans Vampires: History and Legend." barnesandnoble.com.

Rory O'Neill Schmitt and Rosary Hartel O'Neill: 1 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 3721 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie. The authors sign "New Orleans Voodoo: A Cultural History." barnesandnoble.com. barnesandnoble.com.

Laura Roach Dragon: 1 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 3721 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie. The author signs "The Ghostly Tales of New Orleans." barnesandnoble.com.

Johnette Downing: 2 p.m., Barnes & Noble, 3721 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie. The author signs "My Parrain is the Loup Garou" and "Spooky Second Line." barnesandnoble.com.

Oct. 15

A Totally Not Cursed Book Fair: 5 p.m., The Domino, 3044 St. Claude Ave. Blue Cypress Books hosts a "The Mummy"-themed adults event, with books, trivia and costume contest. bluecypressbooks.com.

Oct. 17

Ally Burguieres: 6 p.m., Garden District Book Shop, 2727 Prytania St. The author signs "When in Doubt, Play Dead." gardendistrictbookshop.com.

Claudia Gray: 6 p.m., Blue Cypress Books, 8123 Oak St. The author tells scary stories and signs "The Haunted Mansion." Ticketed event. bluecypressbooks.com.

Teresa Tumminello Brader: 7 p.m., East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie. The author discusses "Letting in Air and Light." jplibrary.net

Oct. 19

Cleo Wade: 6:30 p.m., Baldwin & Co., 1030 Elysian Fields Ave. The poet and author discusses and signs "Remember Love: Words for Tender Times." Ticketed event. baldwinandcobooks.com.

NATIONAL CINNAMON BUN DAY

National Cinnamon Bun Day on October 4th sweetens us up with a Scandinavian pastry.

This warm bun swirls together a yeasty dough in sugar and cinnamon. Served with coffee or tea and enjoyed with a good book, a friend, or a dance party (don't judge), it comforts on chilly fall days.

Despite all the sugar in the recipes, cinnamon comes with many benefits. Since it's loaded with antioxidants, it protects cells from the free radicals that may play a role in heart disease and cancer.

It also helps reduce inflammation. Cinnamon may lessen or help fight infections, too. These properties are also benefits of antioxidants.

Another benefit includes reducing the risk of heart disease by lowering blood pressure, bad cholesterol, and triglycerides.

One of the most essential benefits of cinnamon, though, is how affects blood sugar. It may help improve sensitivity to the hormone insulin, assisting people with diabetes to treat their condition.

So while we don't recommend getting all your cinnamon solely through cinnamon buns, it's nice to know it's available.

NATIONAL TACO DAY

Get one, two or three on National Taco Day. On October 4th, the day recognizes the savory tortilla stuffed with fillings. It doesn't have to be Tuesday, so get out and enjoy your favorite.

The history of tacos predates the arrival of Europeans in Mexico. Anthropological evidence shows the native people living in the lake region of the Valley of Mexico traditionally ate tacos filled with small fish. At the time of the Spanish conquistadors, Bernal Diaz del Castillo, documented the first taco feast enjoyed by Europeans. Hernan Cortes arranged this meal for his captains in Coyoacan. It is unclear why the Spanish used the word taco to describe this native food. One suggested origin is the word ataco, meaning stuff or to stuff.

In 1964, Roberto L. Gomez established The National Taco Council. The council sent a 55-pound taco to President Johnson in 1967.

Whether you prefer soft or hard-shelled tortillas, most agree tacos satisfy a snack craving. However, they also make delicious meals. Consider that many are filled with seasoned, lean meats and vegetables, tacos go beyond delicious. Fish tacos and shrimp tacos with grilled seafood add a whole other flavor profile. Ask for grilled chicken and hold the cheese.

Many restaurants offer specials on this food holiday, too.

On Deck for October 4, 2023

National Days

National Taco Day

National Vodka Day

National Golf Lover's Day

National Walk to School Day

National Pumpkin Seed Day

National Coffee with a Cop Day

National Cinnamon Bun Day

On Deck for October 5, 2023

National Days

National Do Something Nice Day

National Get Funky Day

National Apple Betty Day

National Rhode Island Day

October 4th Celebrated History

1895

In Newport, Rhode Island, Horace Rawlins won the first U.S. Open Men’s Golf Championship.

1923

Edwin Hubble discovers the first Cepheid variable star in the Andromeda nebula.

1927

In the Black Hills of South Dakota, artist Gutzon Borglum begins sculpting Mount Rushmore.

1957

The Soviet Union launches Sputnik into orbit ushering in the Space Age. Sputnik is the first artificial satellite launched into space.

1985

Richard Stallman founded the Free Software Foundation in support of thefree softwaremovement.

2013

Chris Kent of Sevierville, TN grew the world’s largest watermelon. The green giant weighed in at 350.5 pounds (159 kg).

October 4th Celebrated Birthdays

Rutherford B. Hayes – 1822

The 19th president of the United States hailed from Ohio. During his term in office, Hayes oversaw the end of reconstruction of the South. Before his role as president, Hayes served in the Civil War and was elected to Congress.

Damon Runyon – 1880

The writer and journalist is best known for his collection of short stories published in the book Guys and Dolls. The book was made into a Broadway musical in 1950.

Lucy Tayiah Eads – 1888

As the first woman named as chief of the Kanza, also known as the Kaw Nation, Eads served from 1908 to 1934.

Alice Stewart – 1906

The British epidemiologist is one of the first physicians to recognize the effects of radiation from x-rays.

Charlton Heston – 1923

The actor’s phenomenal career brought the motion picture world such epic films asBen-Hur, The Ten CommandmentsandThe Planet of the Apes.

Senaida Wirth – 1926

The shortstop played five seasons in the All American Girls Professional Baseball League. She made five championship playoffs during her career.

Dick Tracy – 1931

Chester Gould created the crime-fighting comic strip character Dick Tracy which debuted on October 4, 1931, in the Detroit Mirror.

Anne Rice – 1941

The American author is best known for her vampire novels. Her novel Interview with a Vampire was made into a film starring Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise, Kirsten Dunst, Christian Slater, Thandie Newton, and Antonio Banderas.

Tony La Russa – 1944

Following his 10 years as an MLB player, Larussa took on the challenge as coach and manager with the Chicago White Sox. He led the Oakland A's to a World Series title in 1989. While with the St. Louis Cardinals, he led the team to two World Series championships in 2006 and 2011. After leaving the Cardinals, he returned to the White Sox.

Russell Simmons – 1957

In 1984, Simmons co-founded Def Jam Records. He is also an entrepreneur and film producer.

American Memory Lane

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Gramma's Funnies

Julie Kay 

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New Orleans' Classic Memories: 1718 -1964

Jimmy Anselmo 

Famous Door 1950's

Ain't There (dere) No More - New Orleans

Dave Schwartz 

Well it's just outside the city BUT it aint (dere) no more

2023 Louisiana Festivals

Summer Fun: Festivals & Events, 2023

September

Sept 23-Oct 8 NOLAxNOLA

29-30: The Bogalusa Blues and Heritage Festival

Sept 30-Oct 1 National Fried Chicken Festival

October

6-8: Gretna Heritage Festival

6-8: Gentilly Fest

7: Bluesberry Music and Art Festival, Covington

When would it affect me?

Last week, the Army Corps of Engineers released a timeline that projected when drinking water would be impacted by the salt intrusion.

According to those projections here is when areas of Jefferson Parish could be impacted:

• Gretna: Oct. 24
• West Jefferson: Oct. 25
• Westwego: Oct. 26
• East Jefferson: Oct. 29

‘Hoses on a spool’

In Jefferson, two separate plans for the east and West Banks were also getting underway, though both involved smaller-scale, flexible pipelines.

Contractors were preparing to start work on the West Bank, whose intake is located at Marrero. Similar work in East Jefferson, further upriver in Old Jefferson, is expected to begin later.

Mark Drewes, director of public works, said equipment was staged and work could begin on the West Bank as soon as a permit from the Army Corps of Engineers is received. Once the contractors begin, the project could be completed in three weeks, he said.

“We're calling it a flexible waterline system, but it's kind of like pipes or hoses on a spool and they roll it out,” Jefferson Parish president Cynthia Lee Sheng said in an interview.

The West Bank system will include four, 12-inch diameter lay-flat pipes with four diesel pumps at five-mile increments. The east bank will include five lay-flat pipes.

The entire Jefferson Parish project could cost between $12.5 million and $15 million a month, Lee Sheng said. Coastal Pump & Equipment, based in Broussard, was selected to provide and install the equipment.

New Orleans had initially spoken of a regional pipeline for the east bank of both the city and Jefferson Parish, but Jefferson announced on Friday it would build its own, noting the huge difference in the amount of water required. The pipelines will run parallel on the river batture, but discussions are ongoing on whether they could augment one another if there is a problem.

East Jefferson’s plant processes about 40 million gallons per day, compared to up to 150 million for Carrollton.

“I think part of the part of the challenge is the size -- being able to have that full amount of water for both parishes,” Nelson said

Festing in Place, a Celebration of Live Music from New Orleans & Beyond, happens October 5-8!

Listen Live from 11am to 7pm each day on WWOZ 90.7FM or WWOZ.org

Philip Melancon

Mancini’s music was the soundtrack of mid-century Hollywood. He contributed to over 250 movies and scores of T.V. shows. To name a few: Peter Gunn and The Pink Panther in the 50’s, Breakfast at Tiffany’s and Two for the Road in the 60’s, Darling Lili in the 70’, and Victor / Victoria in the 80’s. The focus of Mancini by Moonlight is the lyrical songs of Mancini. Although this giant of American music was recognized for his sweeping scores, here we feature his songs with lyrics. Moon River, Days of Wine and Roses, Charade, It Had Better Be Tonight and such. It’s a rich library of exceptional melodies coupled with the masterful lyrics of Johnny Mercer, Leslie Bricusse and Jay Livingston.

Mancini by Moonlight: the cabaret, will be performed by the seasoned duo of Heidi and Phil Melancon. Joined to their hips the ever so hip David Cook and Alden Hagardorn.

See you under the twinkling stars of Monkey Hill.

• 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

• October 5 - The New Orleans Mystics
• $15.00
• + fees
• Songs from the Temptations, O’Jays, Marvin Gaye, and Otis Redding will all be part of this soulful tribute to some of the greatest music from the 1970s. Get your tickets early. Always a sellout!
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• October 26 - Paul Soniat with Special Guests
• $15.00
• + fees
• Singer-songwriter Paul Soniat adds a string section, violins, and cello, to his band giving his songs a different, fuller sound. This will be an exciting and memorable night of music. 
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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!

Gretna Fest

We are excited to share with you the official artwork poster for Gretna Fest 2023, by the one and only, Keith Eccles

Keith was born and raised in Gretna and has crafted murals all around the Westbank. To see more of his work, visit his website www.keithecclesart.com

GW Fins Restaurant is at GW Fins Restaurant.

 · New Orleans 

As a proud partner of Audubon GULF, GW Fins is thrilled to be back at Scales & Ales this Friday, October 6th at the newly renovated Audubon Aquarium! Be sure to stop by the VIP tent to enjoy our irresistible Firecracker Tuna Tacos, which are made with ginger slaw, wasabi tobiko, and avocado aioli.

We look forward to serving you at this fun-filled event and supporting Audubon Coastal Wildlife Network’s sea turtle conservation efforts!

Mid-City Lanes Rock n Bowl

October is here and we have a great line-up ready for you!

No Idea, Yacht-Sea, The Topcats, Wiseguys, JedEye Mind Trick, Image, Nashville South, The Mixed Nuts, Rockin Dopsie Jr and more! Purchase your tickets now!

Tickets -> https://bit.ly/RNBNewOrleans

New Orleans Jazz Museum

Announcing our Exciting Lineup

The New Orleans Jazz Museum and the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park are proud to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month. Starting Friday, September 22 through Friday, October 13, you can enjoy weekly live music performances as we honor Hispanic Heritage Month. Prepare to immerse yourself in the vibrant cultures and traditions of Latin America through these captivating performances. The concerts will be held inside our third-floor Performance Center every Friday @ 2 PM with two special Balcony shows in the museum’s courtyard on Tuesday, September 19 & Tuesday, October 10 starting at 5:00 PM.

Mark your calendars for a month-long celebration, connection & fun for everyone!

FREE admission for all!

2023 HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH CELEBRATION LINE-UP

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 6 Los Guiros 2:00 PM

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 10 Rumba Buena 5:00 P.M. BALCONY CONCERT

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 13 Oscar Linero 2:00 PM

All events are free and open to the public; seating is limited and offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. Learn more about our program admission policy.

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TODAY AT 11 PM – 2 AM

Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers

Blue Nile

 Kermit's Treme Mother In Law Lounge.

 · New Orleans 

Fried catfish starting at noon every Friday at the mother-in-law lounge all day long

• 1500 N Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
• (504) 814-1819

Join us in the Performing Arts Center recital hall, for an evening celebrating the life and legacy of our Patriarch of Jazz and the founder of the UNO Jazz Studies program Ellis Marsalis for a screening of ELLIS: The Life and Complicated Times of Pianist Ellis Marsalis Jr. - a film by Sascha Just

Synopsis Brief:

Patriarch of the famed “First Family of Jazz,” Ellis Marsalis was a master jazz pianist, composer and educator. This intimate documentary delves into the life and career of this music icon, interlaced with rare footage of key moments in US history, and footage of his final live performances. Anecdotes from sons Wynton, Branford, Delfeayo, Ellis III, Jason, and actor Wendell Pierce, round out the film as Ellis recounts for us the story of his illustrious life.

4pm The evening will begin with a meet and greet reception with Director Sascha Just

5pm: Movie Screening

6pm: Q&A with Director Sasha Just and Musician Derek Douget

• 2000 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
• (888) 514-4275

CALMnola

You're invited to our annual In My Mind benefit bringing awareness to psychosis An extraordinary night of art and music exploring psychosis recovery which is often misunderstood and stigmatized.

Art market featuring artists with lived experience of psychosis

Special guest, Michelle Hammer will be representing her clothing brand Schizophrenic.NYC. Items available for purchase.

Musical guest, The Kazzettes

Musical guest, Raph & The Rotation

Open bar with curated cocktails

Joel's Catering

BUY TICKETS NOW (we sold out early last year)!

https://calmnola.org/events/

Arts District of New Orleans

#FACTS, in 1980, our organization and @cacnola founded 𝘼𝙧𝙩 𝙁𝙤𝙧 𝘼𝙧𝙩𝙨' 𝙎𝙖𝙠𝙚, the popular annual celebration of art in our beautiful district. In the years since, the event has grown and spread to what is now a city-wide celebration, and we're here for it!

𝙒𝙚 𝙞𝙣𝙫𝙞𝙩𝙚 𝙜𝙪𝙚𝙨𝙩𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙟𝙤𝙞𝙣 𝙪𝙨 𝙙𝙤𝙬𝙣𝙩𝙤𝙬𝙣 𝙤𝙣 𝙊𝙘𝙩𝙤𝙗𝙚𝙧 7𝙩𝙝 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 5-9 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙡𝙖𝙘𝙚 𝙬𝙝𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙞𝙩 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙗𝙚𝙜𝙖𝙣! 𝙒𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 19 𝙖𝙢𝙖𝙯𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙜𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙢𝙪𝙨𝙚𝙪𝙢𝙨 𝙞𝙣 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙚𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙗𝙤𝙧𝙝𝙤𝙤𝙙, 𝙖𝙡𝙡 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙣 𝙖 𝙨𝙝𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙬𝙖𝙡𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙙𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚. 𝙏𝙝𝙞𝙨 𝙮𝙚𝙖𝙧, 𝙬𝙚 𝙝𝙖𝙫𝙚 𝙊𝙑𝙀𝙍 100 𝙚𝙭𝙝𝙞𝙗𝙞𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙨!

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

The Greater New Orleans Militaria Show

The Third Annual Greater New Orleans Militaria Show Will Be October 7th & 8th At The Beautiful Castine Center In Mandeville, Louisiana. This Year's Show Will Feature Over 200 Tables & Host Dealers From Across The Nation! This Year We Have Partnered With The St Tammany Parish Department of Animal Services & They Will Be At The Show With Pets Available For Adoption on Saturday, 7 October. We Will Also Be Accepting Donations In The Form of Cash, Pet Food, Toys, Blankets, Etc. All To Benefit The Department of Animal Services. Bring In An Item To Donate & Receive $2 Off The Cost of Admission. Show Promoters Have Donated Original Pieces of Military History From Their Personal Collections To Serve As Door Prizes In Hopes To Boost Donations. This Will Be An Event Like No Other & A Show You Do Not Want To Miss. For More Information, Click On The "Learn More" Link To Visit The Show Website For More Details. Thank You and We Hope To See You At The Greater New Orleans Militaria Show

OCTOBER 7 & 8 2023

SATURDAY 9am – 5pm & SUNDAY 9am – 3pm

THIS SATURDAY! Don't miss our biggest fundraiser of the year! 100% of proceeds goes right back into our community! Get your tickets here - https://secure.givelively.org/.../olde.../oktoberfest-2023

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

National Shrine of Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos · 

Join us for the Seelos Healing Masses on Sunday, October 8, at St. Mary's Assumption Church. English Mass at 1pm and Vietnamese Mass at 3pm. The Gift Shop, located in the Seelos Welcome Center, will be open from 10am - 12:30pm and after the Vietnamese Mass until 6pm.

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

WEEK 5 · Sun 10/08 · 12:00 PM CDT

AT

New England Patriots

CBS

GILLETTE STADIUM

WEEK 6 · Sun 10/15 · 12:00 PM CDT

AT

Houston Texans

FOX

NRG STADIUM

WEEK 7 · Thu 10/19 · 7:15 PM CDT

Jacksonville Jaguars

Prime Video

CAESARS SUPERDOME

WEEK 8 · Sun 10/29 · 12:00 PM CDT

AT

Indianapolis Colts

FOX

LUCAS OIL STADIUM

WEEK 9 · Sun 11/05 · 12:00 PM CST

Chicago Bears

CBS

CAESARS SUPERDOME

WEEK 10 · Sun 11/12 · 12:00 PM CST

AT

Minnesota Vikings

FOX

U.S. BANK STADIUM

WEEK 11

BYE

WEEK 12 · Sun 11/26 · 12:00 PM CST

AT

Atlanta Falcons

FOX

MERCEDES-BENZ STADIUM

WEEK 13 · Sun 12/03 · 12:00 PM CST

Detroit Lions

FOX

CAESARS SUPERDOME

WEEK 14 · Sun 12/10 · 12:00 PM CST

Carolina Panthers

FOX

CAESARS SUPERDOME

WEEK 15 · Sun 12/17 · 12:00 PM CST

New York Giants

FOX

CAESARS SUPERDOME

WEEK 16 · Thu 12/21 · 7:15 PM CST

AT

Los Angeles Rams

Prime Video

SOFI STADIUM

WEEK 17 · Sun 12/31 · 12:00 PM CST

AT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

FOX

RAYMOND JAMES STADIUM

WEEK 18 · TBD

Atlanta Falcons

CAESARS SUPERDOME

Great news! October 2023 Angola Prison Rodeo tickets are on sale! All tickets are $20.00.

angolarodeo.com

The Angola Prison Rodeo is returning in October.

Every Sunday in October, the public can go to the rodeo with inmate cowboys competing in games such as bull riding. The rodeo opens at 8 a.m. and its big event, “Wildest Show in the South”, begins at 1 p.m.

Rodeo fans can also listen to inmate bands and shop for prisoner arts and crafts including jewelry, paintings, woodwork and more.

Children will also be able to ride ponies, play carnival games and ride a carousel. Tickets can be purchased here or by calling 225-655-2030 or 225-655-2607, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday to Friday.

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 

 ·

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

Save Our Cemeteries

Wednesday, October 11th at 6 pm

Join us for an in-person event at Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery as Poppy Tooker takes you on an eerie journey through New Orleans Haunted Restaurants.

Get ready to be spooked and amazed as Poppy shares tales of ghostly encounters and paranormal activities that have taken place in some of the city's most famous eateries. From mysterious apparitions to unexplained noises, this event is sure to send shivers down your spine. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to delve into the haunted side of New Orleans' culinary scene.

Poppy is the host of the Louisiana Eats radio show, contributor to the WYES public television show Steppin’ Out, cookbook author, culinary activist and much more!

Complimentary wine from 6PM to 6:30PM.

Lecture at 6:30PM.

Poppy will be signing books after the lecture.

Tickets are $15 for members and $20 for non-members.

For membership information visit SaveOurCemeteries.org

Lake Lawn Metairie Cemetery is at 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70124

Poppy Tooker https://www.poppytooker.com/

Louisiana Eats https://www.wwno.org/show/louisiana-eats

Save Our Cemeteries and Sally Asher

5100 Pontchartrain Blvd,New Orleans,70124,US

Tickets · $15 - $20

via Eventbrite

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/poppy-tooker-talks-about-new-orleans-haunted-restaurants-tickets-716895833737?aff=efbeventtix&fbclid=IwAR0pTbirsEL8EL3_rzRrAJ_jgdqXjWpuV7fzXug6S8nJT_27QxU3R-CGKxk

We the People of Harahan

Kayla Anne Steele 

TRUNK-R-TREAT

Get those costumes early and give them their FULL use this year! Starting off with our AMAZING St. Rita Trunk-R-Treat. There are so many in our community this year

*** SEEKING CARS ****

(Don’t have to be a part of St. Rita we welcome everyone)

504-296-8177 or Kayla20112014@gmail.com

Your trunk can be super simple or you can GO ALL OUT!!! This is such a fun time for our kiddos! Please sign up!

Save The Dates!!!! This Historical Drama Is Free!!!

Bayou Coral Bash 

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Come to Bayou Coral Bash 2023 and checkout 16 awesome coral vendors and all of the coral you need for your reef! Get a FREE pair of Bayou Reefkeeping coral glasses with EVERY online ticket purchase!

Credit Union Fest

Let's Break it Down... What is it: Credit Union Fest. When: Saturday, October 14.

Where: The Shrine on Airline. Time: 12:00 noon - 5:00 p.m. Why: Because we appreciate YOU. Get your FREE tickets at your credit union TODAY (we don't want to brag, but it's an awesome event) #CUFest

QUICK LOOK CALENDAR:

OCTOBER 14TH: JNV FT.

FLOW TRIBE

NOVEMBER 18TH: JNV FT.

DELTAPHONIC

DECEMBER 2ND: JNV FT.

PINE LEAF BOYS

 Wild Bush Farm & Vineyard81250 Hwy 1082

Bush, LA 70431

(985) 892-9742

New Orleans - Mayor LaToya Cantrell and the New Orleans Police Department along with other city officials will kick off the 40th annual Night Out Against Crime beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday October 17 at the Milne Recreation Center, 5420 Franklin Avenue.

The event is free to the public and will feature music, food and drinks, family-friendly activities, various community resources and more! TNew Orleans - Mayor LaToya Cantrell and the New Orleans Police Department along with other city officials will kick off the 40th annual Night Out Against Crime beginning at 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday October 17 at the Milne Recreation Center, 5420 Franklin Avenue.

The event is free to the public and will feature music, food and drinks, family-friendly activities, various community resources and more! There will also be special appearances by NOPD's Mounted and K-9 Units.

Night Out Against Crime brings together citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations and local officials to raise crime prevention awareness, reduce crime and increase support for local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.

Residents, businesses and organizations can register their own parties by visiting:

nola.gov/nopd/night-out/

Participants are encouraged to post photos from the Night Out Against Crime festivities on social media using the hashtag #NightOutNOLA. The NOPD's official social media handle is @NOPDNEWS. Be sure to tag us! 

For more information about Night Out Against Crime, please contact Public Affairs at 504-658-5858 or by email at nopdpio@nola.gov

here will also be special appearances by NOPD's Mounted and K-9 Units.

Night Out Against Crime brings together citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations and local officials to raise crime prevention awareness, reduce crime and increase support for local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.

Residents, businesses and organizations can register their own parties by visiting:

nola.gov/nopd/night-out/

Participants are encouraged to post photos from the Night Out Against Crime festivities on social media using the hashtag #NightOutNOLA. The NOPD's official social media handle is @NOPDNEWS. Be sure to tag us! 

For more information about Night Out Against Crime, please contact Public Affairs at 504-658-5858 or by email at nopdpio@nola.gov

• 86 Valhi Blvd, Houma, LA, United States, Louisiana
• (985) 580-7289

Trixie Minx

.Don't be afraid of the BOO-bies!!!!

Fleur de Tease presents our annual “Halloween Revue” Friday October 20 at Toulouse Theatre. Join us for an evening of fright & delight featuring our cast of burlesque beauties as high flying ghosts, to dangerous demons, & sexy skeletons that strip all the way down to the bone. Two shows (8p & 10p)

Tkt link: www.trixieminx.com

Cast features: Mamie Dame Jessica Burke Madame Mystere Adrian Claveria Piper Marie Sitzman Niki Fisk Sarah K Inman Frenchie & moi with Sashae' Long as our special guest & Emily Conelly as kitten.

Lafreniere Park

Become a part of the community event of the Halloween Season!

The 2023 Lafreniere Park Trunk or Treat will be held October 21,2023 at 6PM. If you would like to register your trunk to give candy or treats, please fill in the registration form below and send it to LPoffice@jeffparish.net or contact the Lafreniere Park office and we can help you get registered.

City of Kenner Government

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Join us at the City of Kenner's 2nd annual Food Truck Fest on Sunday, October 22 in Laketown from 11AM - 7PM.

Admission is free to this event where more than 20 food truck and arts and craft vendors will be on-site, and entertainment will be provided by Ryan Foret and Foret Tradition, Contraflow, and The Chee Weez.

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.

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

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