NATIONAL CHOCOLATE MILK DAY | SEPTEMBER 27

Each year on September 27th folks enjoy a tall, frosty glass to celebrate National Chocolate Milk Day.

In the late 1680s, an Irish-born physician by the name of Sir Hans Sloane invented the chocolatey beverage. When offered the position of personal physician to an English Duke in Jamaica, Sloane jumped at the opportunity. Jamaica interested the naturalist in him.

While in Jamaica, Sloane encountered a local beverage. The locals mixed cocoa and water together. However, when Sloane tasted it, he reported the flavor to be nauseating. After some experimentation, the doctor found a way to combine cocoa with milk. The creamy combination made it a more pleasant-tasting drink. Years later, Sloane returned to England with the chocolate recipe in hand. Initially, apothecaries introduced the concoction as a medicine. 

Generations later, chocolate milk lovers enjoy their treat in a variety of ways. It can be purchased premixed by the jug or individual serving. For a custom mix, powders and syrups allow us to make it as chocolatey as we like at home. 

Palace Cafe

Palace Café is now serving breakfast!

Wednesday-Friday, 8:30-11AM

Enjoy breakfast specials like Crabmeat Cheesecake, Bananas Foster Pancakes, and more...

Prytania Theatre

Rene Brunet's Classic Cinema Series is back later this month! Featuring some of your favorite films from the past curated in honor of Rene Brunet, including:

Psycho (1960): October 1 & 4 + more

View all upcoming showings & get your tickets now at theprytania.com/uptown

One more Hubig’s Pies flavor is hitting stores, and a taste of fall could be next

• BY IAN MCNULTY 

Matters related to Hubig’s Pies get personal, and tap into memory and long-ago cravings. So as the brand continues its progressive return of flavors, each one may strike a different chord for Hubig’s faithful.

And so it goes for the first coconut flavor Hubig’s Pies that started appearing in stores this week.

It turns out these first pies are part of a taste batch, distributed in very small quantities. But company owner Drew Ramsey says more are on the way this week as Hubig’s tweaks the recipe.

“It’s the same recipe as before, but we want it to be the same and taste the same, so that’s why we test them and why we do this slowly,” he said.

In business since 1921, Hubig’s Pies became more than just a familiar convenience food in New Orleans. The grab-and-go treats, which could be found at the grocery, hardware store or gas station, were inexpensive products that became part of New Orleans' daily routine, and thus became ingrained in the hearts of a city that loves its rituals.

A fire in 2012 destroyed the company’s facility in the Marigny and put the future of the beloved local pie maker in jeopardy, spurring longings as the Hubig’s hiatus dragged on year after year.

Hubig’s marked its return last November with two flavors – apple and lemon. Since then more of the “staple flavors” that Hubig's previously made year-round have been returning one at a time. With apple, lemon, chocolate, peach and now coconut in production, that leaves only pineapple from the staple seven of yore.

However, that doesn’t necessarily mean pineapple is the next flavor up.

Hubig’s also made seasonal flavors for different times of the year, including cherry, sweet potato, strawberry, blueberry and banana.

“Sweet potato was always one of our favorites to do when the weather broke in the fall, and we’re actively trying to do that one now as well,” Ramsey said.

“I’m making no promises as to which will be first, but to use the baseball term, pineapple and sweet potato are in the bullpen.”

One step closer to the Moon!

Teams at the NASA Michoud Assembly Facility have structurally joined all four RS-25 engines onto the core stage for NASA's Space Launch System rocket that will send four astronauts on their journey around the Moon during #Artemis II.

Technicians will now focus on the complex task of fully securing the engines to the stage and integrating the propulsion and electrical systems within the structure.

Teams at NASA’s Michoud Assembly Facility in New Orleans have structurally joined all four RS-25 engines onto the core stage for NASA’s Artemis II Moon rocket. The flight test is the agency’s first crewed mission under Artemis.

Technicians added the first engine to NASA’s SLS (Space Launch System) rocket core stage Sept. 11. Teams installed the second engine onto the stage Sept. 15 with the third and fourth engines Sept. 19 and Sept. 20. Technicians with NASA, Aerojet Rocketdyne, an L3Harris Technologies company and the RS-25 engines lead contractor, along with Boeing, the core stage lead contractor, now will focus efforts on the complex task of fully securing the engines to the stage and integrating the propulsion and electrical systems within the structure.

The SLS core stage, at 212 feet, is the backbone of the Moon rocket. Its two huge propellant tanks provide more than 733,000 gallons of super-chilled liquid propellant to the four RS-25 engines, while the stage’s flight computers, avionics, and electrical systems act as the “brains” of the rocket. During Artemis II, the RS-25 engines will together provide more than 2 million pounds of thrust for eight minutes of flight, helping to send the Artemis II crew beyond low-Earth orbit to venture around the Moon.

Emeril's

Big smiles today as we announce our reservations open t at 10am. We look forward to seeing you in late October 

Helmed by Chef E.J Lagasse, Emeril’s is built on a refined approach to Louisiana cooking, rooted in Chef Emeril Lagasse’s signature bold flavors.

It’s Fettuccine Frenzy at Middendorf’s Manchac & Middendorf’s Slidell! Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in September, handmade paper-thin fettuccine is on the menu.

This mouth-watering dish is served with your choice of classic Alfredo or Marinara Sauce and topped with freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese with optional add-ons of shrimp, crabmeat and chicken.

• Fettuccine with Alfredo Sauce topped with freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese 15.25
• Fettuccine with Marinara Sauce topped with freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese 15.25
• Optional add-ons:
• Shrimp 10.95
• Crabmeat 9.95
• Chicken 6.95
• Side of Fettuccine topped with freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano Cheese 9.50

Fun Facts:

• Our handmade, paper-thin fettuccine was a guest favorite at Bella Luna in the French Quarter. Bella Luna was a fine dining restaurant owned and operated by Horst and Karen Pfeifer. It closed due to Hurricane Katrina and never reopened. The memory of Bella Luna lives on through Fettuccine Frenzy at Middendorf’s. Same Pasta. Same Taste. None of the Fancy.
• Middendorf’s Owner and European Master Chef Horst Pfeifer makes the fettuccine from scratch which consists solely of Semolina flour and eggs. It’s a very time consuming process to make the fettuccine so paper-thin, but it’s definitely worth it.
• Fettuccine is available all day (lunch and dinner).
• Our full menu is also available.
• Uncooked fettuccine is also available for purchase to make a quick meal at home.

We hope you can join us for Fettuccine Frenzy — Every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday in September!

Middendorf's Manchac

Open:  Wednesday-Sunday, 10:30am-9:00pm 

Location: 30160 Hwy 51 S, Akers (Manchac), LA 70421

Phone: (985) 386-6666 

Middendorf's Slidell

Open:  Wednesday-Sunday, 10:30am-9:00pm 

Location: 1951 Oak Harbor Blvd., Slidell, LA 70461 

Phone: (985) 771-7777 

Which words best complete these example sentences?

A) Some foods that are promoted as healthy actually have little to no ____________ value. B) Sometimes the food that is more ____________ for your body doesn't taste good, which can make it hard to make good choices.

Plethora

Nutritive

Malaise

Natant

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

OnPath Federal Credit Union Is Proud to Announce That We Are Now Part of the

Juntos Avanzamos - Together We Advance Family! Join us for this FREE event and enjoy, food, music, and fun as we celebrate our partnership! Open to all and did we mention FREE!

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!

Which words best complete these example sentences?

A) Most politicians are known to ____________ their opponents in order to make themselves appear above reproach. B) Even knowing it wasn't true, the manager began to ____________ his superior in hopes of getting a promotion.

Gormless

Demagogue

Rove

Malign

Beyoncé's highly anticipated stop in New Orleans on her "Renaissance" world tour is t, a massive production that is expected to run nearly three hours and leave fans in awe. 

As soon-to-be concert attendees know, those tickets weren't cheap — don't ruin your experience by missing some critical bit of entry or ticketing information. 

Here's everything you need to know before you head to the Superdome Wednesday to hail the queen. 

What to wear 

Shortly before Beyoncé's shows in late August, she called upon her hive to wear their "fabulous silver fashions" for the entirety of Virgo season (Beyoncé's astronomical sign) from August 23 to September 22. 

Those attending the New Orleans show sadly won't have the chance to help bring Beyonce's one and only public birthday wish to fruition, since it lands on September 27, in lowly Libra season. Just kidding, Libras!

But silver clothing has been an ongoing trend throughout the "Renaissance" tour, probably because Beyoncé wore chrome and silver in much of her promotional material for the album itself.

So it's safe to say that if you wear silver, you'll probably feel right at home in the crowd. 

Where to pregame 

There's no shortage of good bars and restaurants — both new and old — within walking distance of the Superdome (depending on what shoes you're wearing). 

Whether you're looking for a bite to eat, a casual beer or a nice cocktail before you head to the show, food writer Ian McNulty sized up all the options so you don't have to. 

Everybody on mute 

During her performance of Energy, when Beyoncé sings, "Look around everybody on mute," she expects the audience to respond with total silence.

It's become somewhat of a competition between cities throughout the world, with videos of the best and worst audience reactions often going viral shortly after the performance. 

So, unless you want to be harassed by the masses on social media and risk disappointing Queen B herself, keep quiet until Beyoncé moves on with the song. 

Parking 

Parking in one of the Superdome's garages or surface lots costs around $50, credit or debit card only. Parking can be pre-purchased via parkwhiz.com.

Spots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis for approximately 7,000 vehicles. Just like at a Saints game, not everyone going to the Beyoncé show will be able to snag a parking spot on site. 

With tens of thousands of Beyoncé fans headed to the Dome and the closure of Sugar Bowl Drive for the event, traffic delays are expected.

Hailing a ride to somewhere in the walkable vicinity of the Superdome is typically the most time and cost effective option. 

Entering the Dome

Only tickets on a mobile phone are good for entry. A screenshot of the ticket’s bar code will not be accepted. Enter at the gate listed on your ticket.

Once you’re in the Superdome, you cannot exit and then reenter.

Leave your cash at home 

The Dome, from concessions to merchandise, is entirely cashless. 

There are no ATMs on premises, but you can convert cash to a $25 or $50 Visa gift card at guest services located on the 100, 200 and 500 levels at Gates A, C and G. Any unused balance can be used wherever debit cards are accepted.

Beyonce performs on the 'On The Run II' tour at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on September 13, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Provided Photo by Raven Varona/Parkwood/PictureGroup

Bring a clear bag or none at all

As usual, the only bags allowed at the show are clear plastic, vinyl or PVC bags no larger than 12” x 6” x 12”; one-gallon clear plastic freezer bags; and small clutch bags no larger than 6.5” x 4.5”

Fanny packs and backpacks of any kind are not allowed. Silver bags, no matter how fashionable, don't count as clear!

NATIONAL CORNED BEEF HASH DAY | SEPTEMBER 27

On September 27th, National Corned Beef Hash Day adds flavor to every meal while cleaning out the fridge, too.

Making corned beef hash is a great way to use up leftovers. Corned beef hash became popular during and after World War II. Since rationing limited the availability of fresh meat, corned beef filled the gap. Cooks became creative with herbs, spices, and leftovers. Nothing was wasted. In lean times, stretching a meal became a priority. 

The Hormel Company claims it introduced corned beef hash and roast beef hash to the United States as early as 1950. However, World War II reporter, Betty Wason, lists a corned beef hash recipe in her Cooking Without Cans cookbook printed in 1943. Other forms of hash existed as part of the American diet since at least the 19th century. The numerous recipes available before that time also attest to the country's love of the dish as does the existence of many “hash houses” named after the dish.

On Deck for September 27, 2023

National Days

World Dense Breast Day

National Day Of Forgiveness

National Scarf Day

National Corned Beef Hash Day

National Crush A Can Day

National Chocolate Milk Day

National Women’s Health And Fitness Day

On Deck for September 28, 2023

National Days

National North Carolina Day

National Drink Beer Day

National Strawberry Cream Pie Day

National Good Neighbor Day

September 27th Celebrated History

1892 

Joshua Pusey receives a patent for “Friction-match card” (patent No. 483,165) which becomes known as the matchbook.

1931 

Lou Gehrig wraps up his 6th straight season playing every game with the Yankees.

1998

The internet search engine, Google, celebrates its birthday. Launched in 1998, the company first celebrated September 27th as its birthday in 2006. However, the founders aren’t certain of the exact date the organization was established.

2003 

Europe launches its first mission to the moon. The SMART-1 orbiter reached operational orbit on February 27, 2005.

2014

Donning slippers and PJs, robes and nightshirts, 2,004 people joined the largest sleepover, pajama party recorded. Girlguiding North West England hosted the even in Cheshire, UK.

September 27th Celebrated Birthdays

Rosa Lewis – 1867

Along with her husband, Chiney Lewis, Rosa took ownership of the Cavendish hotel in 1893. The cook and hostess was known for her skills and kindness.

James Drummond Dole – 1877

In 1901, the businessman founded the Hawaiian Pineapple Company. Years later, the company merged with Castle & Cooke which would later change its name to Dole Food Company.

Clementine Paddleford – 1898

The accomplished food writer and critic wrote How America Eats in 1960.

Greg Morris – 1933

The actor is best known for his role as the electronics expert on the television show Mission: Impossible.

Mamie “Peanut” Johnson – 1935

The talented pitcher became the third (and last) Professional Negro Baseball League. In 1953, Johnson tried out for the Indianapolis Clowns becoming the first woman pitcher in the league. Previously, she had approached the All American Girls Professional Baseball League for a tryout but was denied.

Marvin Lee Aday – 1947

Better known as the musician Meat Loaf, the artist created hit songs such as Paradise by the Dashboard Light and “Two Out of Three Ain’t Bad.”

Stephanie Wilson – 1966

The NASA astronaut flew three Space Shuttle missions and was the second African American woman in space.

Gwyneth Paltrow – 1972

The award-winning actress rose to stardom in the film Shakespeare in Love. She also played the role of Pepper Potts in the Avengers and Iron Man franchise films. In 2019 she joined the cast of the Netflix dramedy television series The Politician.

Derby Gisclair

1929: Carrollton Railroad Station Stop

There was a railroad station near Heinemann Park (Pelican Stadium) shown here from February 1929. The ballpark is on the right behind the palm tree. This train stop was still in use as late as the mid-1970s.

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Vintage Photos. Memories of the Past.

D.H. Holmes department store in New Orleans

Derby Gisclair

1905: The Old Pontchartrain Railroad

Beginning at the Champs Elysee or Elysian Fields Avenue near Decatur, the Pontchartrain Railroad runs directly to the shore of Lake Pontchartrain at Old Lake or Milneburg. Chartered in 1820, the rail line was the second railroad established, but the rail line was not completed until 1829 which would make them either the third or fourth ever built in the United States. From the outset the railroad carried both freight and passengers.

Milneburg was established by Alexander Milne not long after the Great Fire of 1788 to support his brick making business and participate in the rebuilding book. By 1833 his venture was firmly rooted on the shores of Lake Pontchartrain.

The resort area grew in popularity and before long there were several restaurants operating there, the most famous of which was Lucien Bourdro’s eatery, but as Lafcadio Hearn would note, “Each one, like those of Paris, has some particular specialty, and the chicken, shrimps, mushrooms, and wines are universally excellent.”

The Pontchartrain Railroad remained in operation until it was purchased by the New Orleans Mobile & Texas Railroad in 1871 which was later acquired by the Louisville & Nashville Railroad in 1880. The engine seen here is the Louisville & Nashville (L&N) Number 2119. Quite a departure from the old Smokey Mary first introduced in 1830.

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

A saltwater wedge is on its way. How will it affect our lives?

From drinking and bathing to watering plants, here's what to know

By GABRIELLA KILLETT

As if heat, humidity, hurricanes and the eroding coastline aren't enough, the New Orleans area is now threatened by a saltwater wedge inching up the Mississippi River, potentially contaminating the source of drinking water south of Lake Pontchartrain.

First things first: There's no need to panic. The wedge won't reach water intakes in New Orleans' urban core for weeks. The wedge is moving upriver at about 1½ miles a day.

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• By GABRIELLA KILLETT

Still, residents are wondering what will happen then. Here are some answers.

Is it safe to drink? 

When the salinity of the river rises where government systems draw water for purification, it will be too high to be processed by the human body. That could make you sick, and even lead to kidney failure.

However, the Army Corps of Engineers is arranging barges to deliver 36 million gallons of uncontaminated river water daily for use by local utilities. 

How about pets? 

Animals that consume salty water also can fall ill. Consuming excess salt could cause vomiting and diarrhea.

Lawns and plants? 

In many cases, salty water can kill plants, especially in environments typically dependent on fresh water. Lawns and pets will need rain or other sources of fresh water to thrive.

Bathing? 

This is OK. Showering or bathing in salt water can even have health benefits, including loosening muscles and soothing skin.

What about plumbing?

Over time, high salinity can damage plumbing, appliances, cooling systems that use water and water heaters. The best source of information for specific equipment is the manufacturer, vendor or service provider, the Louisiana Health Department says. 

Dishwashers? Clothes washers? 

Dishwashers are known to process high levels of sodium chloride. But appliance experts also say salt can damage a machine's water softening abilities and clog its salt tank. Check with the manfacturer for specifics.

Clothes-washing machines can function normally, but excess salt can lead to residue on clothes.

Washing cars?

Saltwater can damage vehicle paint and metals, which can lead to rust and erosion. If you wash your vehicle at home, use bottled or treated water as salinity levels rise. 

Will it affect our fish? 

Freshwater fish have varying levels of adaptability to saltwater. Anglers in the Mississippi River must be flexible, and be aware that saltwater fish might be moving upriver with the wedge.

What do we do now?

Don't panic. There is no shortage of bottled water nationally, so local officials urge people who live upriver of the wedge to stop buying extra. 

"The people that really need it in Venice and other parts of Plaquemines are having a hard time getting water," said Patrick Harvey, Plaquemines Parish's emergency preparedness director.

Coming up....

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• 9/29/23 - Brent Gentry & Lynda Gayle

Grand Re-Opening Celebration

Date: Thursday, September 28th

Time: 11:00 am – 2:30 pm

Location: Liberty’s Kitchen, 300 N Broad Street

Join us to celebrate the eagerly anticipated re-opening of our café! Prepare your taste buds for a delightful journey featuring a blend of Liberty's Kitchen classics you've been craving, alongside an array of exciting new offerings. Be the first to try our updated menu, and as a token of our appreciation, we have something special for the first 100 customers. It's a culinary experience you'll want to share with friends and family. See you there!

• 2023 Concert Series
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• Music lovers are invited to City Park for the popular Thursdays at Twilight concert series. Bring your friends and enjoy mint juleps and array of musicians indoors at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters (1 Victory Avenue, NOLA 70124). Admission is $15. Cocktails, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase. No outside food, drink or pets allowed. 
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• City Park policy states no refunds, rain checks or exchanges will be issued for fundraisers. In the event of cancellation due to weather or other unforeseen circumstances, we ask ticket holders to consider their purchase a donation to the Park.
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• Gates Open - 5:00pm
• Performances - 6:00-8:00pm
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• Thursdays at Twilight is sponsored by the Louis and Virginia Clemente Foundation, Inc. with support from WWNO 89.9 FM.
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• SUMMER SCHEDULE
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• September 21 - John Boutte
• $15.00
• + fees
• Voted best male vocalist of the year at both the Best of the Beat and the Big Easy Awards. Those who were lucky to attend his last concert at the Garden were part of a magical night.
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• September 28 - Wanda Rouzan and A Taste of New Orleans
• $15.00
• + fees
• Wanda is known as one of the Crescent City’s premier musical ambassadors. Wanda fuses Blues and Jazz, Gospel and Soul, into a ‘jump on your feet and sing along’ music revival. 
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• 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!

Broadside NOLA is at Broadside NOLA.

Thursday night is our first improvised live score of the season- Come see Metropolis, The worlds first sci-fi epic cinematic masterpiece, reinterpreted musically by Nola’s finest instrumentalists.

Robert Gates

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I had the honor of playing the Bogalusa Blues & Heritage Festival in Louisiana last year and excited for Gregg Wright to be playing it this year on Sat 9/30 at 5pm! Ellen Stringfield Hobgood and Jon Sorey you have a BEAST on your hands, cut ‘em loose!!! Thanks for all you do!!!

Get your tickets at Bogalusablues.com

DOTD announces opening of new I-10 west flyover ramp into MSY

Kenner, LA – The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (DOTD) announces the upcoming opening of the newly constructed I-10 west flyover ramp at Loyola Dr., which will provide direct access to Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).

The new ramp is scheduled to open to the public on Friday, September 29, 2023.

“Opening this ramp with direct access to the airport is a great accomplishment and will be helpful to many travelers of this corridor, both going to the airport and everyday users,” said DOTD Secretary Eric Kalivoda. “We look forward to opening the second ramp in the near future.”

Gilchrist Construction, the prime contractor on the project, moved up an estimated mid-November opening date for the I-10 west ramp due in part to the dry weather throughout the summer.

The opening of the new ramp marks the first significant step toward the completion of the $125.6 million I-10/Loyola Drive Interchange Project, ongoing since 2020, which improves interstate, local, and airport traffic flow through the Kenner area. As a design-build project, contractors, designers, and consultants work together to minimize costs and delays.

The ramp avoids traffic lights by passing over the Loyola/Veterans Blvd. intersection and descends to integrate into Terminal Dr., the new four-lane divided highway that serves as the entrance to the airport. At the end of the ramp, drivers will follow airport terminal signage to their destinations.

The next major step in the project's opening will be the second flyover ramp, which will allow exiting airport vehicles to merge directly onto I-10 east toward New Orleans. This second flyover ramp, adjacent to the first, is estimated to open approximately two weeks after the first, weather permitting. Both ramps join in a single structure in the middle of Terminal Dr., just south of Veterans Blvd.

Opening both ramps will dramatically increase traffic flow efficiency in and out of the airport and ease congestion off the Loyola Dr. exit. The Loyola Dr. exit has served as the main entryway to the new airport since the new airport opened in 2019.

In addition to the ramps, auxiliary lanes will join I-10 between the Williams Blvd. (LA 49) and Loyola Dr. exits. These extra lanes widen I-10 to four lanes in each direction, thus easing congestion and allowing airport traffic to have less of an impact on interstate traffic.

The final step will be opening the state's first diverging diamond interchange (DDI). Currently near completion, the DDI will improve traffic flow by eliminating the need for left turn signals at the Loyola Dr. and I-10 interchange.

The full project, including both ramps, the widening of I-10, and the DDis estimated to be completed in the first half of 2024.

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TODAY AT 11 PM – 2 AM

Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers

Blue Nile

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, SEPTEMBER 29 Jaleo Flamenco 2:00 PM

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.

 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

The Topcats

St Angela Merici School

The Topcats continues their Fall Festival Season at the St. Angela Merici Catfish Festival in Metairie, LA on Friday, September 29th at 7:00! The band has been rockin' St. Angela for a long time now! They always look forward the helping the kids of St. Angela while providing a great party for everyone! Come support St. Angela Merici!

835 Melody Dr Metairie, LA 70002

John Papa Gros

New Orleans own award winning original rock band from the 90’s is back for one show.

MuleBone: Mark Mullins - trombone/vocals, John Gros - organ/keys/guitar/vocals, Jimmy Robinson - guitar/vocals, Mike Barras - drums, Dave Pomerleau - bass/vocals.

Friday Sept. 29, 2023 - 7pm doors, 8pm show.

Chickie Wah Wah

Woodlands Conservancy

It's almost time for our Open Woods celebration!

Visit Woodlands Preserve on Saturday, September 30th from 10am to 1pm for an afternoon of food, fun, nature and a firsthand look at the progress we’ve made with our restoration projects.

Enjoy guided interpretive hikes, a raffle and giveaways as well as free hot dogs and snowballs. Guests will also have the opportunity to sign-up for the 2023 Hike-a-Thon scheduled for October 1 – October 21. Join us and start logging your miles one day early! For more information, contact info@woodlandsconservancy.org.

Woodlands Conservancy

Our Open Woods celebration on Saturday, September 30th from 10am-1pm will feature a guided interpretive hike with Dr. Aimée Thomas!

Dr. Thomas is a professor in the Dept. of Biological Sciences at Loyola & currently serves on the Board of Directors for the Louisiana Master Naturalists of Greater New Orleans. On this hike, we’ll learn about pollinators & other small wonders of nature that can be found at Woodlands Preserve! Hike will begin at 11:15 am.

This event is free & open to the public.

 Loyola - College of Music and Media

Roussel Hall At Loyola University

 This week on Saturday, Sept 30th treat yourself to our Symphony show at 7:30pm in Roussel Hall.

  The Loyola Symphony will be showcasing the works of Bach, O'Connor, Torres, Stokowski, Biset and Lamothe

DonDiego Torres (Composition contest winner): The Last Battle

Georges Bizet: Carmen Suite No 1

Mark O’Connor: Queen Anne’s Revenge

J.S. Bach, arr. Leopold Stokowski: Kom Süsser Tod

  With 2023 Composition winner @dondiego_has_great_hair conducting.

 Admission is FREE

Dog Adoption Event - TODAY

~ Every Saturday, 10am-4pm ~

Petsmart @ 1000 S Clearview Pkwy

Big dogs

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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 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?

QUICK LOOK CALENDAR:

SEPTEMBER 30TH: JNV FT.

JOHNNY SKETCH + THE DIRTY NOTES

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

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

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.

Police: Reported shooting at Mohican-Prescott Crossover leaves one injured

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.

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.

WEEK 4 · Sun 10/01 · 12:00 PM CDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

FOX

CAESARS SUPERDOME

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

A @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm 

Dream House Burlesque Club

Dream House Lounge 401 Baronne St, New Orleans

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

$25 – $35

In Person Classes in New Orleans

Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm

"Shimmer" Bellydance Basics

For all levels. Ongoing

$60 per month or $18 drop in.

10 classes, used within 10 wk., $120

At: "The Movement Collective"

3921 St. Claude Ave, (Bywater)

New Orleans

 Tamalyn Dallal

Movement Collective - New Orleans

Public 

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Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm

Come and dance...

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

$18 per class, $60 per month

10 classes for $120

www.tamalyndallal.net

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.

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

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

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!

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.

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!

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

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

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

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

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

LOCATION

Vineyard Church of New Orleans

4340 Sal Lentini Pkwy

Kenner, LA 70065

Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

Sponsored · Paid for by Office of the Lieutenant Governor 

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

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