The New Orleans Saints will begin their 57th NFL season on July 24 when the team's veteran players report to training camp at the team’s training facility in Metairie, multiple sources said this week.

The team's rookies will report the previous week.

An official announcement by the team with practice times and availability to the public is expected to be made at a later date. 

The Saints will conduct their official conditioning test July 25 and conduct noncontact practices in jerseys and helmets for the next two days, as mandated by the NFL’s official ramp-up period. The team will practice in helmets and shells on July 28-29 and move to full pads on July 31 after an off day in the schedule.

In Week 2 of their exhibition schedule, the Saints will conduct joint practices against the Los Angeles Chargers. The workouts will be Aug. 17-18 at the Chargers training camp site in Costa Mesa, California.

The Saints will practice against the Houston Texans from Aug. 24-25 in Metairie before the teams’ final preseason game on Aug. 27. These practices will not be open to the public.

The Saints will reduce their roster to the regular-season maximum of 53 players on Aug. 29.

This will be the seventh consecutive year that the Saints have held training camp in Metairie. They held camp in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia, from 2014-17 and at Millsaps College in Jackson, Mississippi, from 2006-08.

Important Saints preseason dates

July 24: Veteran reporting day

July 25: Conditioning test

July 26: First practice (jerseys)

July 28: First practice (shells)

July 31: First practice (pads)

Aug. 13: vs. Kansas City (Superdome), noon

Aug. 17-18: Joint practices vs. Chargers, Costa Mesa, Calif.

Aug. 20: at L.A. Chargers (SoFi Stadium), 6:05 p.m.

Aug. 24-25: Joint practices vs. Texans, Metairie

Aug. 27: vs. Houston (Superdome), 7 p.m.

Aug. 29: Roster cut to 53 players.

26 items your pantry needs before an emergency, plus 11 basics before a storm hits the Gulf

• BY LAUREN CHERAMIE

While hurricanes can bring massive uncertainty, the approaching storm season can become less erratic by preparing your pantry beforehand. 

Sandra May, a LSU AgCenter curriculum coordinator, says gathering a two-week supply of food is recommended when a storm is approaching. 

"We always encourage people not to (prepare) at the last minute, when it's too late and the shelves are empty," May said. 

What to put in a hurricane prep kit: Know the essentials

For the basics, May recommends a gallon of water per day per person to brush your teeth, flush the toilet and to drink. 

"Drinking water is No. 1 to keep hydrated," she said. "Water is the key." 

Check expiration dates and the condition of canned goods already in the pantry and have a supply of over-the-counter and prescription medication. She also recommends buying bandages, antiseptic, alcohol and hydrogen peroxide to prepare. 

If you're without heat or electricity, a hot plate can be helpful for cooking certain items, or buy single-serve items to avoid leftovers. Buy disposable plates, cups and utensils so you don't have to use your water supply to wash dishes. Keep or buy a manual can opener in case you're without electricity as well. 

To keep cold items refrigerated, store them in a cold place below 40 degrees. May said that bacteria can grow in the range of temperatures between 40 and 140 degrees Fahrenheit. 

For families with young children, May recommends a two-week supply of formula, snacks and jarred baby food. 

Don't forget pets. Keep water and food for them, too. 

May provided a list of nonperishable, shelf-stable foods for a family to prepare for a hurricane. 

Grains:

• Whole grain bread
• Whole wheat crackers
• Bagged popcorn
• Baked and/or whole-grain chips
• Pretzels
• Dry cereal
• Rice cakes
• Trail mix
• Granola bars

Protein:

• Canned chicken, turkey, beef or fish (tuna, salmon, sardines)
• Nuts and seeds
• Peanut butter
• Canned chili
• Protein bars
• Some hard meats, such as pepperoni and hard, packaged salami

Fruit:

• Dried fruits or fruit leather
• 100% fruit juices in individual containers
• Canned fruit or fruit packaged in individual containers

Vegetables:

• Canned vegetables
• 100% vegetable juices in individual containers
• Canned low-sodium soups

Dairy:

• Shelf-stable milk or milk substitute, such as soy or almond milk
• Boxed processed cheese

Other:

• Bottled water — enough for drinking and brushing your teeth
• Manual can opener
• Disposable plates, cups, utensils and napkins

Join us for the Saints 2023 Training Camp Presented by Rouses Markets. Training Camp this year will include 7 FREE practices open to the public at the Ochsner Sports Performance Center in Metairie.

Tickets are given on a first-come, first-served basis and gives you access to covered bleacher seating with mist, post-practice autograph opportunities, and more. See the schedule of public practices and join us as we gear up for the 2023 NFL season.

Tickets are limited to four (4) per account for up to two (2) practices, and are subject to availability. All training camp tickets are mobile.

CLAIM YOUR TICKETS

Bananas are technically berries.Berry classification is a confusing business. People began referring to some fruits as “berries” thousands of years before scientists established their own definitions, some of which are still debated. Today, little effort is made to teach the public about what botanically constitutes a berry, so here’s a bit of help. It’s generally accepted that all berries meet three standards. First, they have a trio of distinct fleshy layers (the outer exocarp, middle mesocarp, and innermost endocarp); second, their endocarps house multiple seeds; third, berries are simple fruits, meaning they develop from flowers with a single ovary.  

QUESTION OF THE DAY

Is the heat index the same as the actual temperature?

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TODAY AT 11 AM

National Tequila Day

Felipe's Taqueria Mid City

• 411-1 N. Carrollton Avenue, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
• (504) 408-2626

Get ready for the ultimate fiesta! Join us at Felipe's Taqueria on Monday, July 24, to celebrate National Tequila Day in style. Enjoy 2-for-1 hand-squeezed House Rocks and Frozen Margaritas along with $4 1800 tequila shots ALL DAY!

The 5th Annual P.O.W.E.R. Plates is this July!

Launched in 2019, P.O.W.E.R. Plates is a month-long celebration of women in hospitality produced by Fidelity Bank's P.OW.E.R. Program. P.O.W.E.R. Plates' goal is to raise awareness of, and drive business to, women-led restaurants in the New Orleans & Baton Rouge region. Women-led restaurants, bars, hotels and Fidelity Bank P.O.W.E.R. members from across the region can participate to benefit the Louisiana Hospitality Foundation (LHF) which supports Louisiana's hospitality industry workers in crisis through emergency relief funding. That means your participation is helping someone pay keep the lights on and a roof over their heads.

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Romeo and Juliet

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Evening Performances at 7:30pm│Matinees at 1:30pm

In the war-torn city of Verona, Romeo and Juliet fall desperately in love in spite of their families’ ancient grudge. Discover the world’s greatest romance anew as two star-crossed lovers risk everything to be together.

QUESTION OF THE DAY

Is the heat index the same as the actual temperature?

Have you ever heard your weather forecaster talk about the heat index in the summer? Some people online are asking whether it's the same as the actual temperature.

We can VERIFY that it's not.

The heat index is a "measure of how hot it really feels when relative humidity is factored in with the actual air temperature," the National Weather Service says. That's why forecasters sometimes provide a "feels-like" temperature that's higher than the actual air temperature during the summer months. 

Though the air temperature isn’t actually hotter when the humidity is higher, it feels that way because our bodies can’t cool themselves off as effectively. 

No, the heat index is not the same as the actual temperature

The heat index is a measure of how hot it really feels when relative humidity is factored in with the actual air temperature.

When air temperature and relative humidity increase, the “feels-like” temperature increases. For example, if the air temperature is 96 degrees and the relative humidity is 65%, the heat index – or how hot it feels – is 121 degrees. 

The NWS has a heat index calculator on its website. However, heat index values are for shady locations and, if a person is exposed to direct sunlight, that “feels-like” temperature can increase by up to 15 degrees, the agency notes on its website. 

The heat index is categorized as “dangerous” when feels-like temperatures reach 103 to 124 degrees. This level of heat can lead to heat cramps or heat exhaustion. Heatstroke is also a risk with prolonged exposure to heat or physical activity. 

Though the air temperature isn’t actually hotter when the humidity is higher, it feels that way because our bodies can’t cool themselves off as effectively, HealthPartners explains in a blog post.

When temperatures soar in the summer, we sweat. The evaporation of those sweat droplets helps to cool down the body, according to MIT’s “Ask an Engineer” feature. 

Sweat evaporates quickly on dry days, meaning it carries heat away from the body faster. But, on humid days, sweat doesn’t evaporate as easily since the air is already full of water vapor.

“Sweat rests on our skin, unable to evaporate into the air,” Mary Benjamin, M.D., an emergency medicine doctor in Minnesota, told HealthPartners. “As a result, our bodies continue to sweat and sweat – but feel no relief. Ultimately, high humidity throws the body into overdrive to cool itself.”

To keep yourself safe in the heat and humidity, HealthPartners recommends staying hydrated by drinking fluids before you get thirsty, easing up on strenuous outdoor activities, wearing loose-fitting and breathable clothing, and taking breaks in the air conditioning. 

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TODAY AT 6:30 PM – 9 PM

2 Jane 2 Austen Inspired Murder Mystery Party w/ Claudia Gray ENCORE

8123 Oak St,New Orleans,70118,US

Join us Monday, July 24th at 6:30pm for another Jane Austen Inspired Murder Mystery Party with Claudia Gray!

This will be an encore of our June murder mystery experience.

Tickets are $40 and include a signed copy of The Late Mrs. Willoughby, refreshments, and an escape-room style murder mystery produced by Killer Theater New Orleans Murder Mystery Experiences. Tickets are limited, so grab them while you can!

Costumes are highly encouraged but not required.

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ABOUT THE BOOK

The suspenseful sequel to The Murder of Mr. Wickham, which sees Jonathan Darcy and Juliet Tilney reunited, and with another mystery to solve: the dreadful poisoning of the scoundrel Willoughby’s new wife.

Catherine and Henry Tilney of Northanger Abbey are not entirely pleased to be sending their eligible young daughter Juliet out into the world again: the last house party she attended, at the home of the Knightleys, involved a murder—which Juliet helped solve. Particularly concerning is that she intends to visit her new friend Marianne Brandon, who’s returned home to Devonshire shrouded in fresh scandal—made more potent by the news that her former suitor, the rakish Mr. Willoughby, intends to take up residence at his local estate with his new bride.

Elizabeth and Fitzwilliam Darcy of Pemberley are thrilled that their eldest son, Jonathan—who, like his father, has not always been the most socially adept—has been invited to stay with his former schoolmate, John Willoughby. Jonathan himself is decidedly less taken with the notion of having to spend extended time under the roof of his old bully, but that all changes when he finds himself reunited with his fellow amateur sleuth, the radiant Miss Tilney. And when shortly thereafter, Willoughby’s new wife—whom he married for her fortune—dies horribly at the party meant to welcome her to town.

With rumors flying and Marianne—known to be both unstable and previously jilted by the dead woman’s newly made widower—under increased suspicion, Jonathan and Juliet must team up once more to uncover the murderer. But as they collect clues and close in on suspects, eerie incidents suggest that the killer may strike again, and that the pair are in far graver danger than they or their families could imagine.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Claudia Gray is the pseudonym of Amy Vincent. She is the writer of multiple young adult novels, including the Evernight series, the Firebird trilogy and the Constellation trilogy. In addition, she’s written several Star Wars novels, such as Lost Stars and Bloodline. Her debut adult historical mystery, The Murder of Mr. Wickham, released in May 2022. She makes her home in New Orleans with her husband Paul and assorted small dogs. You can keep up with her latest releases, thoughts on writing and various pop-culture musings via Twitter, Tumblr, Pinterest, GoodReads, Instagram or (of course) my own home page

Bananas are technically berries.Berry classification is a confusing business. People began referring to some fruits as “berries” thousands of years before scientists established their own definitions, some of which are still debated. Today, little effort is made to teach the public about what botanically constitutes a berry, so here’s a bit of help. It’s generally accepted that all berries meet three standards. First, they have a trio of distinct fleshy layers (the outer exocarp, middle mesocarp, and innermost endocarp); second, their endocarps house multiple seeds; third, berries are simple fruits, meaning they develop from flowers with a single ovary. 

Blueberries and cranberries are true berries, as their names imply. Other berries may surprise you: avocados, eggplants, grapes, guava, kiwis, papayas, peppers, pomegranates, and tomatoes are all — botanically speaking — berries. Bananas are berries, too, since they meet all three requirements. The exocarp of a banana is its peel, while the mesocarp is the creamy middle surrounding the seedy, also-edible endocarp. Now let’s parse what can constitute a non-berry (definitions sometimes differ). Apricots, cherries, dates, nectarines, peaches, and plums are drupes — simple fruits that have a hard endocarp comprising one seed (or, as we laypersons call it, a pit). Apples, pears, and quince are pomes, simple fruits that receive their own category owing to their core of small seeds and tough skin. With seeds growing on the outside, blackberries, raspberries, and strawberries are, confusingly given their names, neither berries nor simple fruits. Instead, they are called aggregate fruits, because they grow from multiple ovaries of the same flower. No matter what you call them, fruits are still delicious enough to be nicknamed “nature's candy.”

Tales of the Cocktail® 2023

July 23 - 28, 2023

The Ritz-Carlton, New Orleans / New Orleans, Louisiana

JULY 24 6PM: "RIVERFRONT FOR ALL" PUBLIC MEETING

Presented by the Audubon Nature Institute

MONDAY, JULY 24,

6PM – 7:30 PM

Please mark your calendars for an important meeting on the transformation of the Governor Nicholls and Esplanade wharves into a public park and recreational facilities.

LOCATION: The Meeting will take place at Audubon Aquarium (1 Canal Street). First Floor Event Space. Enter from Woldenberg Riverfront Park directly into event space

WHAT: Designers from Eskew+Dumez+Ripple will present schematic plans for public review and comment. We encourage all to attend, come with your input and conce

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TODAY AT 6 PM

FREE Movie Monday

Lafon Arts Center

The Shell Theatre

275 Judge E. Dufresne Pkwy, Luling, LA 70070  

FREE Movie Monday (Finding Nemo & The Goonies)

Mon, 7/24/2023 @ 6:00 PM

 Enjoy National Tequila Day like a Jefe at our EXCLUSIVE VIP event! We're hosting an unforgettable tequila tasting experience paired with mouthwatering specialty tacos and handcrafted margaritas. Savor the finest tequilas from Casamigos, Avion, Teremana, and Patron as you indulge in a culinary journey curated by our Chef/Owner Oscar Chimal.

Don't miss this chance to elevate your tequila game! Grab your ticket and get ready to sip, savor, and celebrate National Tequila Day like never before. 

*EARLY BIRD TICKETS AVAILABLE JUNE 27th*

--- Private Event Details Below ---

 Los Jefes Grill Tequila + Tacos VIP Experience 

 Date: Monday, July 24th, 2023

 Time: 6p - 9:30p

 OPEN Tequila & Margarita Bar

 Tickets: AVAILABLE JUNE 27th

 Speciality tacos and margaritas by Chef/Owner Oscar Chimal

 Hosted by Nasty

 Sounds by VDJ Emotion & DJ 2NYCE

 Photo Booth

 Sponsored by Casamigos, Avion Tequila, Teremana, and Patron

Los Jefes Grill 3224 Edenborn Avenue Metairie, LA 70002

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MONDAY, JULY 24, 2023 AT 6 PM – 8 PM CDT

North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition-VIP Tasting

Antoine's New Orleans

2023 "Best of The Best"- North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition

VIP Trade & Media Tasting of Gold and Double Gold Winners- July 24, 2023, 5 to 7:00 pm,The 12th Night Revelers Room, Antoine's Restaurant, New Orleans, LA

The North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition (NABWC) was created in 2014 to identify and promote North America's best bourbons and whiskeys. Considering this is the only competition in North America laser-focused on whiskey, winning a medal in the NABWC is a big deal.

We are excited to return to New Orleans for the first time since 2018 to showcase the top 2023 Bourbon and Whiskey winners. This tasting will showcase thirty-six Gold (91-95 points) and Double Gold (96 +points) winners.

Products Accepted:

•Bourbon •American Single Malt Whiskey

•Rye •Blended Whiskey

•Tennessee Whiskey •Canadian Whisky

•Un-oaked Whiskey or Moonshine

•Special barrel-finished versions of all the above product types

Last year's winners included a bevy of allocated, hard to obtain Bourbon and Whiskey, including Virginia Distillery Company Courage & Conviction American Single Malt Whisky- Best of Show 2022, to mention a few, Eagle Rare 17, and Garrison Brothers Single Barrel. For 2022 winners, click here:

https://whiskeycomp.com/results/

This exclusive VIP experience will include food stations of oysters, flatbreads, sliders, and chilled shrimp with sauces, prepared by Antoine's chefs. Just 30 tickets are available. $100 per person plus tax & ticket fee.

Fine Print:

This event is a rain-or-shine event—no refunds are provided for no-shows. Only adults over twenty-one years old may attend.

The whiskey and Bourbon selection will include 2023 North American Bourbon and Whiskey Competition winners. The examples shown above are for reference only.

Don't Miss Expressions of America—Now Featuring the Victory Belles!BUY TICKETS

The National WWII Museum’s new outdoor sound and light show brings history to life like never before—now featuring the Victory Belles! Our immersive show combines cutting-edge technology and special effects with the real words and stories of everyday people who made a tremendous impact during a time of monumental conflict. Enjoy brand-new pre-show entertainment from the Victory Belles, the Museum’s lively vocal trio performing the music of the 1940s.

In Person

Expressions of America

8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Upcoming dates: July 24, 29 & 31

Expressions of America

Make It a Family Night Out at Expressions of America!

Head to the Museum this spring and summer for Family Night at Expressions of America! Each month, enjoy discounted tickets or free admission for Louisiana students, outdoor games and activities before the show, a lively new performance by the Victory Belles, access to the Museum’s new The Walt Disney Studios and World War II special exhibit, kid-friendly food options, and more.

Upcoming dates: August 5 | September 9

945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

The National WWII Museum

Tickets

ticketing.nationalww2museum.org/webstore/shop/viewItems.aspx

Enjoy half-price admission in July 2023.

Your summer vacation destination—right in your backyard.

During the month of July, Louisiana residents get half off our Museum Campus Pass or Package and Expressions of America tickets with a state-issued photo ID. Beat the summer heat at New Orleans’s #1 attraction, and see what’s new at our world-renowned institution.

And don’t miss this opportunity to see The Walt Disney Studios and World War II, the special family-friendly exhibit exploring how one of America’s most beloved entertainment companies helped support Allied victory.

Open today 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

[email protected]

504-528-1944

Audubon’s Cool Zoo

Starting on May 29, the water park will be open daily until Aug. 5, when returns to weekends-only operation. The park closes for the season in September.

The details

Audubon Zoo guests will be able to cool off twice a day at the water park from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 to 5 p.m. each day. The Cool Zoo closes every day from 1 to 2 p.m. for cleaning and maintenance. 

All the fan-favorite features will be there: the alligator water slide, the spider monkey soaker, water-spitting snakes and shady spots for adults.

The Gator Run lazy river offers visitors the option to cool down by floating atop a tube along a 750-foot long course that is 3-feet deep and 10-feet wide. It also features two sand beaches and water cannons that can be used to spray other visitors as they float on down the river. It also includes showers, restrooms, lockers, outdoor seating, a private area for nursing mothers and the "Gator Bites'' concession stand. 

Rafts are included in the admission price for Gator Run, and anyone shorter than 48 inches will need a life jacket supplied by Audubon Zoo.

Outside food and drinks are welcomed in both Cool Zoo and Gator Run, but the size of coolers and ice chests cannot exceed 28 quarts. Glass containers and disposable straws and lids are not permitted for the safety of the zoo's animals. Audubon may search coolers.

Get tickets

Cool Zoo tickets can be purchased online and at the zoo's front gate. Regular admission to Cool Zoo, including Gator Run, is $9 for Audubon Nature Institute Members and $12 for non-members, plus Audubon Zoo admission.

For more details about tickets, cabana rentals and the 2023 season schedule, visit https://audubonnatureinstitute.org/tickets.

Carousel Gardens Amusement Park – featuring 18 attractions, two cafés, and excitement for all ages – is the place to be this summer!

Tuesday-Thursday, from 11am-4:30pm, guests can enjoy a lineup of Amusement Park classics at a reduced rate with Summer-Saver Days at City Park. Experience the iconic Ladybug Rollercoaster, Umbrella Cars, Historic Wooden Carousel, City Park Train plus Storyland for just $15! And Summer Weekends feature extended hours, and the full slate of slides and rides, for $25 per person.

Book NOW to swing into summer!

American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith

June 27, 2023–October 8, 2023

Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; Sunday, 10:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

520 Royal Street, Tricentennial Wing, 1st and 3rd Floors

Free ticketed admission

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About the Exhibition

In 1776, many colonists made a great leap to a new idea: maybe they could do without monarchy and aristocracy. If they could unite with one another, “the common people” of the colonies might form a more equal society and government. American Democracy: A Great Leap of Faith, a traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service, examines the continuing evolution of America’s experiment in a government “of, by, and for the people.” The exhibition will be on view at The Historic New Orleans Collection from June 17, 2023, to October 8, 2023. Admission is free.

Drawn from the permanent exhibition of the same name at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History, American Democracy explores the challenges and triumphs that generations of Americans encountered as they sought to create a government based on the sovereignty of the people. It explores the history of citizen participation, debate, and compromise from the nation’s formation to today.

Featuring engaging multimedia experiences, immersive design, and artifacts from the Smithsonian Institution, state historical organizations, and The Historic New Orleans Collection, American Democracy demonstrates that self-government relies on every citizen’s active participation in the quest to form a “more perfect union.” Exhibition sections explore the origins of American democracy, the changing identity of eligible voters, the machinery of democracy, the right to petition and protest beyond the ballot, and the rights and responsibilities of citizens.

American Democracy is sponsored locally by the 2023 Bienville Circle, J.P.Morgan Private Bank, and WDSU-TV. 

A companion exhibition, “Yet She Is Advancing”: New Orleans Women and the Right to Vote, 1878–1970, is on view through November 5, 2023. Expanding on a 2020 virtual exhibition on THNOC’s website, the exhibition tells a decades-long story through objects, images, documents, and interactive displays—and through the words of the New Orleans women who for nearly 100 years persisted in their struggle to obtain the vote

The Historic New Orleans Collection

520 and 533 Royal Street

New Orleans, LA

70130

(504) 523-4662

NOW OPEN

The Walt Disney Studios and World War II

On display through September 24, 2023

Organized by The Walt Disney Family Museum in San Francisco, California, this family-friendly exhibit explores how one of America’s most beloved entertainment companies helped achieve Allied victory. Through a collection of over 500 rare historical objects and film clips, this traveling exhibit showcases collections such as “Films and Print for Training, Propaganda, and Entertainment” and “Insignia and Morale,” highlighting Walt Disney and his staff’s unfaltering support of the war effort. For more information,

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945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

504-528-1944

514 Frenchmen St. , New Orleans, LA 70116

P: (504) 944-8461

SUNDAY JULY 23 OPEN 1:00 PM FOR LUNCH

SECRET SIX JAZZ BAND1:15PM-5:00PM

GISELLE ANGUIZOLA QUARTET5:30PM-8:30PM

ED WILLS BLUES 4 SALE9:00PM-12:00AM

MONDAY JULY 24 OPEN 1:00 PM FOR LUNCH

JON RONIGER BAND1:15PM-5:00PM

THE MIDNIGHT BRAWLERS5:30PM-8:30PM

ED WILLS BLUES 4 SALE9:00PM-12:00AM

TODAY'S LAGNIAPPE 3-6PM

TUESDAY JULY 25 OPEN AT 1PM FOR LUNCH

TIFFANY AND THE JAZZ MASTERS1:15 PM - 5:00 PM

AMBER RACHELLE AND THE SWEET POTATOES5:30PM-8:30PM

CRISTINA KAMINIS R&B9:00PM-MIDNIGHT

TUESDAY LAGNIAPPE

WEDNESDAY JULY 26 OPEN AT 1PM FOR LUNCH

WALKER AND THE 3 FINGER SLINGERS1:15 PM-5:00PM

BIG SOUL BAND5:30PM-8:30PM

ROULE AND THE QUEEN9:00PM-12:00AM

2828 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Mon, July 24, 2023

7:00 PM

Alexis & The Sanity

TICKETS

21 and over

Thu, July 27, 2023

8:00 PM

Gary Vider

TICKETS

21 and over

MORE DETAILS

Thu, July 27, 2023

10:15 PM

Eric Benny Bloom’s tribute to “The Gaturs” featuring: Shea Pierre Josh Starkman Brad Walk

Philip Melancon, Jr.  

Regular weekly schedule:

Tues: Chop House

Steak House piano  6-9pm  

Wed: Prytania Theater Uptown  

Classic Movie Series   10 am 

Fri: Superior Seafood  

Upbeat & Loud    5-7 pm

Fri: Public Belt 

Piano Bar    8-10:30 pm

Sat: Public Belt 

Piano Bar    8-10:30 pm

The Grand - Slidell

10 Movies. 10 Weeks. For Kids. Only $5 per ticket, and it includes soda and popcorn! Summer Kid's Flicks are back! Visit www.TheGrandTheatre.com/skf for more details on dates and showtimes!

The next game for the USWNT is Wednesday, July 26 vs. the Netherlands (coverage begins at 7 p.m. ET on FOX and the FOX Sports app).

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WEDNESDAY, JULY 26, 2023

AT 7 PM – 8 PM

New Orleans Comedy Fest 3

From $20  

· 609 Fulton Street,New Orleans,70130,US

The only full-time comedy club in New Orleans is celebrating its 2 year anniversary with a MASSIVE celebration of local talent.

The only full-time comedy club in New Orleans is celebrating its 2 year anniversary with a MASSIVE celebration of local talent.

Each night features a completely unique lineup that rolls from 7:00 to 10:30p marathon style.

Got a ticket to the 7:00p block and want to stay all night long? Love it, you can do that.

Surprising your boo with tickets to the 8:00p block but dinner ended early and you want to get in for 7:30p? We got you!

It's a big week for the New Orleans comedy scene and we're so excited to celebrate with all of y'all

Join us as we head to Summer in Sicily. The magic happens with Chef de Cuisine Jared Heider's 5-course tasting menu that explores the cuisine of southern Sicily. Pair your meal with fresh, light Sicilian wines, and you'll be transported straight to the Italian coast. This is a communal seating event, bring your friends or make new ones! 

MENU

1st Course

 Tuna & Potato Salad

with capers, lemon, olives, parsley 

MOSCATO DI NOTO. Sicilia Noto. Rialavara 'Mizzica' 2020 

2nd Course 

 Sicilian Summer Stew

with zucchini, squash, artichoke, sweet peppers 

CARR/CANTE. Etna. Terre Nere 2021

 3rd Course 

 Eggplant Casserola

with tomato, bread crumbs, olives, basil

FRAPPATO. Sicilia. COS 2020

 4th Course 

 Rabbit Agrodolce

with escarole, braised chickpeas 

NERO d'AVALA. Elora. Riolavoro 'Spoccaforno' 2019

 5th Course 

 Sweets by Maggie Scales

GRILLO. Sicily. Marco de Bartoli Marsala Superiore Riserva 2014JULY 26, 7PM

$120 PER PERSON

(not inclusive of tax and gratuity)

RESERVE YOUR TABLE

Gianna

700 Magazine St

New Orleans, LA 70130

St John Theatre

It's time to Cut Loose with St. John Theatre! Buy your tickets now for Footloose the Musical. Shows are July 26, 27, 28, & 29 at 7:30pm Tickets can be purchased online at www.stjohntheatre.com or by visiting the box office 1 hour before each performance.

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1 PM – 5 PM

German Coast

Farmers Market-

Westbank Bridge Park

13825 River Rd, Luling, LA 70070-6219, United States

NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — It was announced Tuesday, July 11, by the City of New Orleans that the Department of Public Works will auction off several cars that have been abandoned, booted, or ticketed.

City officials say the inventory of 89 vehicles was taken from public roadways after their owners left them on the side of the road.

“Abandoned vehicles in the right-of-way create safety hazards by obstructing drivers’ line of sight and limiting pedestrian access. Removing these eyesores from public spaces demonstrates our commitment to improving the quality of life for all residents throughout New Orleans,” said Sarah McLaughlin

The auction is set for Thursday, July 27 at 10200 Almonaster Avenue starting at 9 a.m. Residents who are interested in attending are encouraged to register and take a look at the inventory on the Slidell Auction website a day in advance.

Auction winners will have until Monday, July 31 to remove the vehicles or they will become subject to daily storage fees.

New Orleans residents can continue to report abandoned vehicles by calling 311.

Penny's Cafe

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THURSDAY BUFFET $11.95

All you can eat fried chicken, baked chicken, fried okra, pork n' beans, boiled corn & potatoes, broccoli & bacon mac, cornbread, and dessert!

11am-7:30pm

• 5442 E Judge Perez Dr, Violet, LA, United States, Louisiana
• (504) 272-0262

Borasso Spirits GRAND OPENING Party!

Borasso Spirits is New Orleans' newest boutique distillery!

After a soft launch during COVID years we are more excited than ever to welcome you to the official GRAND OPENING party on Thursday July 27th from 6 - 9 pm!

Locally owned thoughtfully crafted small batch gin and rum - all in a cozy down-to-earth setting that feels like hanging out in your living room with great friends.

We'll have our delightful signature cocktails and great music and food - all we need is YOU and it's a party. Come connect with your neighbors and see what all the buzz is about!

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BORASSO SPIRITS GRAND OPENING PARTY

Thursday July 27th | 6-9 pm

Borasso Spirits | 1500 Montegut Street

*Limited parking available. If possible we recommend neighbors walk or ride bikes to accommodate folks coming from greater distances!

Tickets

Tickets for Borasso Spirits GRAND OPENING Party! can be booked here.

 Get Tickets

Faux Pas Lodge Invitational Rodeo

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The Faux Pas Lodge Invitational Captains Party is sponsored by the Venice Marina. Wednesday July 26 from 6-9 at the Marina Pavillion.

Food and Music to get the tournament started!

The 25th Annual Faux Pas Lodge Invitational Rodeo, July 27 - 29. R egistration is open at www.fauxpaslodge.com.

All registration is to be filled out online. Registration is not final until payment for your team is received. Please send payment, via check or cash, to Faux Pas Lodge 620 Papworth Ave, Metairie LA.

2023 Rodeo Dates- July 27, 28, and 29



The New Orleans Saints are getting ready to host one of the more anticipated training camp slates in some time, and fans now know when they'll get their first look at the 2023 roster.

The first open practice will be held on July 28, with Saints fans getting their first look at Derek Carr and several other key additions. All local practices are scheduled to be held at the Ochsner Sports Performance Complex in Metairie. Scroll below for all the schedule info you'll need.

Seven of the 22 practices will be open to the public:

- Friday, July 28 (shells): 9-11:30 a.m.

- Saturday, July 29 (shells): 9-11 a.m.

- Monday, July 31 (pads): 9-11 a.m.

- Friday, Aug. 4 (shells): 9-11 a.m.

- Saturday, Aug. 5 (pads): 9-11:30 a.m.

- Sunday, Aug. 6 (pads): 9-11:30 a.m.

- Thursday, Aug. 10 (pads): 9-11:30 a.m.

The first day of practice will be Wednesday July 26. The Saints will travel out west for a pair of joint practices with the L.A. Chargers on Aug. 17 and 18 leading up to the Week 2 preseason matchup. Those practices will be held at the Jack Hammett Sports Complex in Costa Mesa, California. The Chargers have listed those practices on their schedule as open to Chargers season-ticket holders only.

The Saints will also host joint practices with the Houston Texans on Aug. 24 and 25 ahead of the final preseason matchup. Both practices will be closed to the public.

Camp will wrap on Tuesday, Aug. 29 with a practice held from 4:40 to 6:10 p.m., leading into an open week before a Week 1 showdown at the Caesars Superdome against the Tennessee Titans.

Masquerade Murder Mystery Ball!

JPL Hosts

METAIRIE, LA – Jefferson Parish Library - will host “Masquerade Murder Mystery Balls” from 6 to 8 p.m.,

event is free of charge and open to the public though participants must be 21 years of age or older. Registration is required and participation may occur at only one branch.

This event is a single round hidden-identity party game. Patrons use cunning and deceit to reveal the assassins among them, or to get away with murder. When patrons register, a role will be assigned. Costumes are encouraged. Refreshments will be served.

Patrons who want to participate in a Masquerade Murder Mystery Ball should contact the following library staff members::

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·         6 to 8 p.m., Friday, July 28 – Regina Stewart at 4036 Jefferson Highway, Old Jefferson. 504-838-4350 or [email protected].

For more information regarding this event, contact Chris Smith, Manager of Adult Programming for the library, at 504-889-8143 

The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans 

Coming this July to The Marigny Opera House! Tennessee Williams’ Sultry Blockbuster about Choices & Consequences. When Chance returns to his own hometown, he can immediately tell something has changed, and the sinister forces of this small Gulf Coast town have set their sights on him. What has he done, and will he survive the night?

July 28 - August 13

2.5 Hours. One intermission.

This production is made possible by a generous grant by The New Orleans Theater Association

The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans returns for another summer at the glorious Marigny Opera House with the Tennessee Williams iconic play, Sweet Bird of Youth.

Please note: - This production contains adult themes. Absolutely no photography/video!

July 27 (Preview Performance) *

July 28 - OPENING NIGHT

7:30pm

Tipitina's announced the lineup for its Free Fridays summer concert series. Shows run May 26 through Sept. 1.

Shows are general admission and there are no tickets. Patrons must be 21 or older to enter. Doors open at 8 p.m. and shows start at 9 p.m. each Friday. 

Here is the lineup.

July 28 Soul Brass Band and Sam Price and the True Believers

Aug. 4 Brass-A-holics

and Noah Young Band

Aug. 11 Honey Island Swamp Band and Strange Roux

Aug. 18 Billy Iuso and Vegas Cola

Aug. 25 Raw Deal Presents A Tribute to Earth, Wind & Fire featuring Anjelika "Jelly" Joseph and Zita

Sept. 1 Naughty Professor and Daria and the Hip Drops

DeAnna DuPont

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Come one come all! Especially tour guides!

It's going to be a full day exploring NOLA's Creole Culture with plenty of food, music, and a tour of the Katrinia Memorial Foundation museum.

The seminar has recently been featured on WYES TV's Steppin' Out and on NOLA.com - Where NOLA eats.

How to register:

Get the direct link on our website - http://www.tourguidesnola.org

OR visit www.eventbrite.com and

type “Exploring Creole Culture” in the search field.

Then decide how to pay

Pay by credit card at Eventbrite (with added on processing fee) or Pay by check. If you decide to pay by check, let me know and I will send you the Presidents address to mail it to.

Looking forward to seeing y'all at this event!

FYI: TGAGNOI is dropping membership dues to half price for the remainder of the year. Details on how to join are on our website.

SHREK THE MUSICAL, JR. TO MAKE BEASTLY APPEARANCE AT PLAYMAKERS THEATER

This summer, ogres, ogresses, and all manner of fairytale creatures will roam Playmakers Theater as Shrek The Musical, JR. enchants audiences. Directed by Jennifer Patterson, the delightful show proves beauty is in the eye of the beholder and is based on the Oscar-winning DreamWorks Animation film and fantastic Broadway musical. The show runs July 22-August 6.

“It's a big bright beautiful world as everyone's favorite ogre, Shrek, leads a cast of fairy tale misfits on an adventure to rescue a princess and find true acceptance,” says Patterson. “Part romance and part twisted fairy tale, Shrek JR. is an irreverently fun show with a powerful message for the whole family.”

Assistant director for the show is Kathryn Hatch and musical director is Grier Patterson. The musical originally slated for this summer, What a Glorious Feeling, was canceled due to unforeseen circumstances. Season tickets will be honored for Shrek JR.

Performances are Saturdays at 7 p.m. and Sundays at 2 p.m., July 29-August 6, 2023. Tickets for Shrek The Musical, JR. are $30 for adults and $15 for children and available at BonTempsTix.com.

Shrek The Musical, JR. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theater International (MTI).

Supported in part by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Affairs Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts, a federal agency.

For more information, contact Arden Dufilho at 817-734-6496.

Join Us for Brunch!

Our annual Me+3 Brunch Fundraiser is here! Come enjoy delicious food, introduce your friends to the Cafe, and pay it forward!

We'll have 2 seating times for you to join us, both featuring the same scrumptions menu. 9:30am for the breakfast crowd and 10:45am for the brunch crew.

A $20 donation provides a meal for you and 3 future Cafe guests. Reserve your spot at 9:30 or 10:45. Click here to make reservations.

Too far to travel for breakfast or want to stay home and still support the Cafe? A $20 no-show donation provides 4 future meals! Click here to make a donation.

Can't wait to see you there!

The Crescent City Cafe serves the poor and marginalized members of our community with dignity and provides individuals the opportunity to build relationships and connect with one another through the sharing of a meal. We currently host free breakfasts twice a month for the homeless and low-income population of New Orleans and plan to open a pay-what-you-can community cafe in the near future. Since serving our first breakfast in 2009, we have provided our guests the chance to be served a delicious meal while simultaneously being treated with dignity and respect.

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TODAY AT 5 PM – 7:30 PM

Sunday Summer Screenings: Weekly Free Movies & Trivia!

Zony Mash Beer Project

Sun, Jul 30

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Aug 2023

Sun, Aug 6

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Interested

Sun, Aug 13

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Interested

Sun, Aug 20

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Interested

Sun, Aug 27

5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Interested

Join us EVERY Sunday at 5pm for our Sunday Summer Screenings series.

Every week we will feature a movie within the weekly theme chosen by you or a Movie Themed Event through August!

All ages are welcome with parental supervision and pups too!

check out our weekly themes below and check in weekly to see what movie will be screened. SEE YA SUNDAY THIS SUMMER!

July

“WES ANDERSON” 7.23 (followed by Trivia!)

“ANIMATION” 7.30 (followed by Trivia!)

August

“NOSTALGIA” 8.6

SUBTEXTUAL POD CAST “FRIED GREEN TOMATOES” 8.13

NOLA MOVIE MINGLE 8.20

“BACK TO SCHOOL” 8.2

Pups & Pints at Chafunkta Brewing Co.

• Recurring Recurring weekly on Sunday
• Time: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
• Price: Free
• Chafunkta Brewing Company
• 69123 Skybrook Rd., Mandeville, LA 70471
• (985) 869-0716

Make your Sunday a true FUNDAY with Chafunkta Brewery's "Pups and Pints," every Sunday! Bring your dog to the brewery on Sundays and your second pint is free. Don't have a pup or can't bring one? That's OK, as 10% of ALL SALES will go to the Northshore Humane Society.

AUGUST 1-24: NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM MONTH

August 1-31, 2023

We are excited to announce that the Pitot Museum will be a part of NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM MONTH.

New Orleans Museum Month is a collaboration between museums of

all sizes across the greater New Orleans area. It offers museum members the opportunity to visit all participating institutions.

FREE OF CHARGE, by using your membership with Louisiana Landmarks Society and you will get access to all the other participating museums, see link below. Admittance is good for 2 people. Not a member? Join us today!

Participating Museums

 In a few weeks, a Magazine Street Block Party — actually, a 10-block party —will be held. It is planned for Aug. 3 from 5 to 9 p.m.

The following shops on Magazine Street are participating and will stay open late, after hours: Alex Beard Studio, Art & Eyes, Cazador Art Gallery, Current Crop Roasting Shop, Dunn & Sonnier, ErgoFit, Esom Art, Fancy, Glasskin, Jillian Mac Fine Art, Keswani Group, Kiehl’s, LiBird Studio, NOLA Boards, Rambo Flesh Art, Sotre, Sullivan Art Gallery, UAL, West London Boutique, and Zana Brown Studio.

Saturday, August 5

WYES & CREATE TV PRESENT TAILGATING WITH KEVIN BELTON

Chef Kevin Belton shares some of his favorite tailgating recipes for the perfect game day menu!

Date and time

Saturday, August 5 · 11:30am - 1:30pm CDT

Location

WYES Paulette and Frank Stewart Innovation Center for Educational Media 916 Navarre Avenue New Orleans, LA 70124

WYES & CREATE TV PRESENT TAILGATING WITH KEVIN BELTON

Saturday, August 5

11:30am

WYES Studio , 916 Navarre Avenue, New Orleans

$40

WYES & Create TV star Chef Kevin Belton shares some of his favorite tailgating recipes for the perfect game day menu! Guests will enjoy a cooking demo, food tasting & some beer sipping.

Chef will have his autographed cookbooks on hand to sell, plus goodies to giveaway.

   New Orleans native Victor Schmitt, who worked as an international fashion model, will sign copies of his memoir, JACK IN THE BOX,  Finding MY Hidden Truth and Purpose in the Game of Life, at Barnes & Noble, 3721 Veterans Blvd. in Metairie, on Saturday, Aug. 5 at 12 noon.

                  As part of Barnes & Noble Metairie’s 27th Anniversary Author Celebration, Schmitt will talk with readers and autograph copies of the book that details his early life in New Orleans, his abusive childhood and his career as a model and actor in runway shows, print ads and commercials for the world’s top clothing designers.  Dividing his material into “boxes,” Schmitt discusses his life and the greater issues of the day. The book includes a “box” of questions for readers or book clubs to consider as they go through the chapters, as well as an extensive resource list.

                  “My goal in sharing the story of my life is to initiate a great examination of your life. I encourage you to step back, take an objective view of the choices you’ve made up to this point, as well as who and what you’ve allowed to influence you,” Schmitt said.

                  Now residing in the greater New Orleans area, Schmitt is a writer, public speaker and presenter, editor, film producer and photographer, as well as the president of Victor’s International Model and Talent Management.

                  The book, published in 2022 by LMG Entertainment and printed by New Orleans-based printing company Pel Hughes, is available at the Metairie Barnes & Noble and online through https://www.victorlschmitt.net.

Jack in the Box is sold at Barnes and Noble located at 3721 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, LA 70002.

Contact:

Victor Schmitt

[email protected]

713-824-8803

www.victorlschmitt.net

Family Night at Expressions of America includes:

• $15 discounted tickets
• Free admission for students in Louisiana Public Schools (with school ID)
• Outdoor games and activities
• Kid-friendly food options
• Please arrive 90 minutes prior to show time to enjoy food and outdoor activities.
• Access to the Museum’s new The Walt Disney Studios and World War II special exhibit
• Opportunity to explore US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center
• Live entertainment from the Victory Belles
• AND, of course, the outdoor Expressions of America sound and light experience

Get your tickets now for one of our upcoming Family Nights:

Saturday, August 5

BUY TICKETS

 NOLA PICKLEBALL FEST

REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Hello, fellow pickleball enthusiasts!

Thank you so much for your interest in the 1st annual Nola Pickleball Fest! 

Registration for the tournament is now live! Please click the link below to access the tournament registration information. 

We look forward to playing with you in the Big Easy! 

Registration link: https://pickleballbrackets.com?nolapballfest23

BREES DREAM FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES NOLA PICKLEBALL FEST

Annual event to be held at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center to serve as a major fundraiser for the Brees Dream Foundation

Brittany and Drew Brees announced today the creation of The NOLA Pickleball Fest, an annual event benefiting the Brees Dream Foundation. The inaugural event will be held August 10-13, 2023, at the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. Brees and the staff of the Brees Dream Foundation have been working closely with local tourism leaders at the Greater New Orleans Sports Foundation, New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, and New Orleans & Company, as well as national companies Joola and The Kitchen, to organize all aspects of the event.

“Brittany and I could not be more excited to bring the first annual NOLA Pickleball Fest to New Orleans,” says Drew Brees. Combining one of the fastest growing and most enjoyable sports alongside a city that knows how to host a party will make this one of the premier events of the summer. It will be great food, music, events, and plenty of pickleball all inside the Convention Center, as we crown amateur champions and raise proceeds for the Brees Dream Foundation that will go towards our ongoing efforts in New Orleans.”

The NOLA Pickleball Fest (“The NOLA”) benefitting the Brees Dream Foundation is a unique, festival-style pickleball tournament featuring 24 tournament quality PickleRoll courts, live music, a celebrity exhibition match featuring Drew Brees, VIP experiences and much more. The NOLA will have three divisions of round robin play: women’s doubles, men’s doubles, and mixed doubles for skill levels 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, and 5.0+. There are two brackets to compete in: Open and 40 yrs. old and over. Featured matches will be played on a center court with grandstand seating as well as Kern Studio Mardi Gras floats for VIP viewing. Join us for an unforgettable experience and the ultimate pickleball party. To sign up or for more information, visit www.drewbrees.com.

“As pickleball participation continues to skyrocket, we’re honored and excited to be working with Drew and his team to create an annual pickleball festival that creates tourism for a higher purpose,” said Jay Cicero, President/CEO of the Sports Foundation. “The Brees Dream Foundation will distribute funds raised from the event to partner charitable organizations along the Gulf Coast. Given the combination of the sport’s popularity and charitable aspect of NOLA Pickleball Fest, it will surely be a hit among amateur and seasoned Pickleball players alike.”

“When it comes to sports, New Orleans is known for hosting iconic championship moments. With our singular, authentic culture and welcoming people, 26,0000 hotel rooms within two miles of the New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, and unmatched hospitality, New Orleans is truly Built to Host,” said Walter J. Leger III, President & CEO of New Orleans & Company, the official destination sales, and marketing organization for the New Orleans tourism industry. “Crowds have always been drawn to New Orleans for sporting events of all types and sizes and now it is an honor to add the annual NOLA Pickleball Fest. This event will not only provide a critical summertime tourism boost for the New Orleans economy, but also help the entire community served by the Brees Dream Foundation.”

“The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is delighted to welcome the inaugural NOLA Pickleball Fest to New Orleans this August,” said Convention Center President Michael J. Sawaya. “Our involvement with NOLA Pickleball supports our mission to host events that positively impact the local economy. With the passion of the Brees Dream Foundation and the diligent support of local tourism leaders, there is no doubt the tournament will grow into the best tournament in the nation and benefit our community for years to come.”

Pickleball originated in the Pacific Northwest in the 1960s and combines elements of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong. It is the fastest-growing sport in the United States with annual increases of millions of people playing, according to a 2023 participation report by the Association of Pickleball Professionals.

Registration for the tournament opens in early June. To register to play, visit www.drewbrees.com. To volunteer, visit www.gnosports.com/volunteer.

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TODAY AT 10 AM – 5 PM

Free Day at Audubon Zoo

Audubon Zoo

• 6500 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
• (504) 861-2537

On the third Thursday of the months this year, Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Zoo.

Upcoming Events

• Now until July 31: Joan of Art juried exhibition open for submissions

• August 19: Snoball competition, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m., French Market
• September 2: Joan of Art juried exhibition opening night reception at Ariodante Gallery
• September 16: Salon de Jeanne d'Arc full-day conference at Tulane!

Save the date: Joan of Art, Snoballs, Salon

We have a jam-packed next few months before parade season starts. Our Joan of Art submissions are open with the gallery launch the first Saturday in September. We will be at Culture Collision and competing in the Snoball competion in August. Our Salon is set for September 16 at Tulane and our monthly workshops and socials are keeping us busy as we count down the months to our season! View the full calendar of events on our website.Social Wednesday July 19 at Madame Vic's

We'd love to have you stop by our next social at Madame Vic's on July 19, 6 - 8 p.m. Mardi Claw from Skinz n Bonez is the bartender! Live acoustic music and snoball recipe tasting too! (1500 Elysian Fields

WWOZ 90.7 FM New Orleans

Calling all Guardians of the Groove! Tickets for the 2023 WWOZ Groove Gala, happening Friday, September 1, are on sale now! This year's Groove Gala will include performances from Irma Thomas, Bruce "Sunpie" Barnes, Doreen Ketchens, John "Papa" Gros, Haruka Kikuchi, Treme Brass Band, and Soul Power Live with Soul Sister! Get yours now at wwoz.org/groovegala.

This is not your average gala! Leave your tuxes and gowns at home to join us in your favorite festival attire to celebrate and benefit WWOZ. Music will be spread out over three Groove Gala Fest Stages on two floors of Tableau, in the courtyard, and Le Petit Theatre. Revel in fine flavors of gourmet food provided by Dickie Brennan & Company's Tableau restaurant. The Groove Gala also features three open bars and, because it's a festival (indoors!), there will also be WWOZ Mango Freeze!

There will also be a live auction-- this is your chance to bid on unique WWOZ experiences and art. And we'll wrap up the night with dessert and dancing to grooves spun by one of your favorite WWOZ DJs.

Full details and tickets are available now at wwoz.org/groovegala.

Louisiana Office of Tourism announces headliners for inaugural Sugar Bowl Country Kickoff

• Lance Traweek, Editor CityBusiness

Photos courtesy Allstate Sugar Bowl.

Garth Brooks

Country singer Garth Brooks will headline the inaugural Sugar Bowl Country Kickoff on September 2 at the Caesars Superdome in New Orleans.

The concert is presented by the Louisiana Office of Tourism. The music and entertainment event is meant to celebrate the start of the 2023 college football season. Opening acts for the event include Louisiana’s Lainey Wilson and the Nitty Gritty Dirt Band. The event plans to be an annual Labor Day weekend staple.

Festivities will commence at Champions Square with Tailgate Town, a football-themed interactive experience sponsored by New Orleans & Company.

That part of the event will feature up-and-coming music talent and will set the stage for the main entertainment in the Superdome. Tailgate Town will also feature special college football and amateur sports spotlights, sponsor activations, and other games and activities throughout the day.

“Being asked to be part of the first ever Sugar Bowl Country Kickoff is an honor,” Brooks said in a news release. “The fun will be in getting to perform with Legends Nitty Gritty and future legend Miss Wilson in front of arguably the greatest country music fans on the planet.”

“The Sugar Bowl Committee is always looking at ways to bring first-rate entertainment that will drive tourism in Louisiana,” Sugar Bowl President Richard Briede said in a news release.

Tickets, which cost $98.95, will go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday, July 21, at Ticketmaster.com/GarthBrooks.

The LSU-Florida State football season opener that will kick off in Orlando on Sunday, Sept. 3, now has a start time and a TV network.

LSU announced Tuesday that the Camping World Kickoff will start at 6:30 p.m. and will be broadcast to a national TV audience on ABC.

2023 LSU football schedule: Games, dates, opponents

Sept. 3 vs. Florida State

Sept. 9 vs. Grambling

Sept. 16 at Mississippi State

Sept. 23 vs. Arkansas

Sept. 30 at Ole Miss

Oct. 7 at Missouri

Oct. 14 vs. Auburn

Oct. 21 vs. Army

Oct. 28 Idle

Nov. 4 at Alabama

Nov. 11 vs. Florida

Nov. 18 vs. Georgia State

Nov. 25 vs. Texas A&M

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SEP 15 AT 6:30 PM – SEP 16 AT 6:30 PM

Mandeville Live! Free Fridays

Mandeville Trailhead

Sep 2023

Fri, Sep 15

6:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Interested

Fri, Sep 22

6:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Interested

Fri, Sep 29

6:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Interested

Oct 2023

Fri, Oct 6

6:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Interested

Fri, Oct 13

6:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Interested

Fri, Oct 20

6:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Interested

Meet us at the Mandeville Trailhead for Mandeville Live! Free Fridays. Join us for 6 FREE concerts, food trucks, drink concessions and fun for the entire family. No outside food, drinks or ice chests allowed.

Secure your table for Culture Collision 13!

It's time to kick off another amazing cultural season and what better way to do it then at Culture Collision? WWNO is partnering with the Jefferson Performing Arts Society once again to to bring you our 13th annual event. All roads lead to the Jefferson Performing Arts Center on September 20th.

Details on the event are below. To secure your table for Culture Collision 13, please click on the "reserve my table" link below. Tables will be assigned on a first-come, first-served basis. *As a reminder, all participating organizations must be nonprofit, visual or performing arts groups based in the Greater New Orleans area.

WHAT: Culture Collision 13

WHEN: Wednesday, September 20th, from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

WHERE: Jefferson Performing Arts Center, 6400 Airline Highway, Metairie, LA 70003

COST TO PARTICIPATE:

• Regular registration is $35 now through August 31, 2023
• Late registration is $50 after August 31 pending availability.
• The deadline to reserve a table is August 31, 2023

RESERVE MY TABLE 

PERFORMANCES: Several organizations will be invited to present short performances during Culture Collision. Performances will be selected by the event co-founders. If you are interested in submitting a performance for consideration, please complete that portion of the table reservation form by Monday, August 21st, 2023. Performance selection will be announced by August 25th.

RAFFLE: There will not be a Culture Collision raffle this year. We encourage each of you to do a raffle or giveaway at your own table. This a great way to get people to learn about your organization!

QUESTIONS: Check out our FAQ page.

Can't wait to see you in September!

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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2023 AT 11 PM – 3 AM

Dark Gift ALLIANCE Covenstead

The Howlin' Wolf

Join us for a spirited event. Dark Gift ALLIANCE events are inclusive, welcoming vampires, witches, werewolves, fairies, and the like — even humans and familiars are allowed, with supervision.

Full details available at https://www.CovenOfTheArticulate.com/

Evening Features and Alliances .. with more to come:

-Premium open bar

-Hors d’oeuvres

-Live Music performed by The Duane Bartels Band, Jonah Tobias, guest performance by Leona X

-DJ Julian Black

-Raffle

-Tarot Readings offered by L.E. Dubin

-more to be announced

Located just outside the New Orleans French Quarter

The Howlin' Wolf

907 S Peters St,

New Orleans, LA 70130

Final Four Rematch: LSU WBB To Face Virginia Tech in SEC/ACC Challenge

Story by Zack Nagy 

© Provided by LSU Country on FanNation

LSU will host Virginia Tech in a Final Four rematch on November 30 at 8 p.m. CT as a part of the ACC/SEC Challenge.

The Tigers and Hokies met last season in the Final Four as LSU came from behind in the fourth quarter to clinch a spot in the national championship game. The Tigers trailed by nine to start the fourth quarter but outscored the Hokies by 16 in the final quarter to claim LSU’s first national championship game berth. LSU defeated Iowa two days later for the national championship.

LSU will enter the season with multiple players returning from the program’s first ever national championship team along with a talented list of newcomers that include the nation’s No. 1 rated recruiting class and the top two players from this year’s transfer portal.

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Forward Angel Reese headlines LSU’s returners as the defending Most Outstanding Player from the Final Four. She set the NCAA record with 34 double-doubles throughout the season as a dominant scorer and rebounder. Reese led the SEC in both scoring (23.0 ppg) and rebounding (15.4 rpg).



Guard Flau’jae Johnson is another returning starter for the Tigers who earned SEC Freshman of the Year. In her first year of college basketball, Johnson averaged 11.0 points per game and 5.9 rebounds per game. Guard Kateri Poole started in LSU’s final five games throughout the championship run, bringing a defensive physicality to the court while having a knack to knock down big shots for the Tigers.

LSU will also bring back contributors like forward Sa’Myah Smith who was named to the SEC All-Freshman and guard Last-Tear Poa. Both Smith and Sa’Myah played critical and productive minutes off the bench in the national championship win over Iowa.

The Tigers top-rated incoming freshmen class is headlined by guard Mikaylah Williams who was named the 2023 Morgan Wooten National Player of the Year as the top high school player. Forward Aalyah Del Rosario, the nation’s No. 7 rated player, played in the McDonald’s All-American game with Williams and the Tigers also bring in freshmen guard Angelica Velez who was named Tennessee’s Division II-A Miss Basketball and guard Janae Kent.

LSU was active in the transfer portal, adding guard Hailey Van Lith and forward Aneesah Morrow who were ranked No. 1 and 2, respectively, in ESPN’s transfer portal rankings. Van Lith averaged 19.7 points, 4.5 assists and 3.2 rebounds last season, earning AP All-America honorable mention honors while leading Louisville to the Elite Eight. Van Lith and Iowa’s Caitlin Clark are the only two players in the country who averaged at least 19 points, 4 rebounds and 3 assists throughout the year. Morrow was a lethal scorer (24.7 ppg) and rebounder (12.2 rpg) at DePaul. Her and Reese were the only two players in the country to rank inside the top 10 in the nation in both scoring and rebounding. 

Improvisations Gala is back

December 2, 2023!

EXPERIENCE A NIGHT OF IMPROVISATIONS OUT OF THIS WORLD

We are excited to announce the 6th Annual Improvisations Gala will feature

Jason Neville Funky Soul Band & Special Guest Mr. P. Funk “George Clinton”

And many more outstanding artists to be announced!

The gala will take place throughout the historic complex at 400 Esplanade Avenue, New Orleans, from 8-11 PM preceded by a Patron Party.

Tickets are $300 per person for the exclusive Patron Party and $150 per person for General Admission gala tickets.

BUY TICKETS NOW!

The New Orleans Jazz Museum’s annual Improvisations Gala is a thrilling evening of New Orleans music, food, and local culture. Last year’s Gala brought more than 1,000 people together for 15 performances across five stages, and this year promises an even larger celebration.

The New Orleans Jazz Museum

400 Esplanade Ave

New Orleans, LA 70116-2015