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NATIONAL NYLON STOCKING DAY
Each year on May 15th, we recognize the stylish variety and color available on National Nylon Stocking Day.
Many may not remember ever hearing the term “nylon stockings.” Varying in color, design, and transparency, a nylon stocking (also known as hose) is a close-fitting, variously elastic garment worn the same as socks or tights.
Stockings worn before the 1890s were made of woven cloth such as cotton, linen, wool, or silk. Before the 1920s, women’s stockings were worn for warmth. As hemlines of women’s dresses rose in the 1920s, women began to wear stockings over their exposed legs. These 1920s stockings were sheer, made first of silk or rayon, followed by nylon after 1940.
Chemical company DuPont’s introduction of nylon in 1939 began a high demand for stockings in the United States. As nylon stockings were inexpensive, durable, and shear, up to 4 million pairs would be purchased each day.
World War II and Beyond
On February 11, 1942, as America entered World War II, DuPont ceased production of nylon stockings and switching its focus to the manufacture of parachutes, airplane cords, and rope. This created a mass shortage followed by a black market for stockings. At the end of World War II, DuPont resumed production of the stockings but could not meet the demand leading to nylon riots in American stores. In time, DuPont was able to increase its output.
In the 1940s and 1950s, the first pantyhose made its appearance. Film and theater productions had stockings sewn to the briefs of actresses and dancers, as seen in popular films such as Daddy Long Legs. Unlike stockings, pantyhose did not require a garter belt to hold the stockings up.
Pantyhose were introduced in 1959, providing a convenient alternative to stockings which led to a decline in their sales. In 1970, for the first time, United States sales of pantyhose exceeded stocking sales and have remained the same ever since. In 1987, there was a slight decline in sales in pantyhose due to the newly invented hold-ups. However, they remain the most purchased kind of hosiery.
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Endangered Kemp's Ridley Sea Turtles Released
Two endangered Kemp’s ridley sea turtles are swimming in the Gulf of Mexico today after undergoing months of rehabilitation in New Orleans.
The turtles were released off the coast of Port Fourchon this week by Audubon Nature Institute’s Coastal Wildlife Network. The turtles were brought to Audubon after they were found cold-stunned last year off the coast of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. After initially treated and stabilized there, they were part of a large group of sea turtles brought to New Orleans for continued treatment and rehabilitation.
Cold stunning happens when turtles are exposed to cold temperatures causing hypothermia, it often prohibits turtles' ability to swim making them susceptible to boat strikes, drowning or additional cold temperatures.
These two young turtles were dubbed Lavender and Habanero by their Audubon care team. Due to their size, they are estimated to be between two and five years old. They are the second group of turtles CWN has released so far this year, several other turtles remain in Audubon’s care as they continue to recover.
Kemp’s ridley sea turtles are the smallest and most endangered of all sea turtle species. Once plentiful in the Gulf of the Mexico, they are now critically endangered due to habitat loss, pollution, boat strikes and bycatch from commercial fishing.
Coordinated by Audubon Nature Institute, the Coastal Wildlife Network (CWN) is NOAA Fisheries’ primary stranding network response partner for marine mammals (dolphins and whales) and sea turtles in Louisiana. CWN is committed to the humane care and treatment of injured, ill, or displaced marine animals in Louisiana and is the only entity in the state responsible for the rehabilitation of live marine mammals and sea turtles. The information CWN collects from stranded animals provides a snapshot into the health of the marine environment and provides a better understanding of threats to marine mammals and sea turtles in the wild.
The public is advised to report all stranded marine mammals and sea turtles (live or dead) to CWN at 877-942-5343.
When reporting strandings, be prepared to give:
• Exact location and/or GPS coordinates,
• Photographs of the animal, and
• Nature of the report (type of animal/live or dead/size, etc.).
Recommendations when reporting a live stranded animal include:
• Put human safety above animal safety. If conditions are dangerous, do not attempt to approach the animal.
• Keep crowds away and noise levels down to avoid causing stress to the animal.
• Don't push an animal on shore back into the water.
• If the animal returns to the water on its own, don't attempt to interact with it.
• Leave all entanglements that may be present on the animal.
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TODAY'S DAILY QUESTION
What does "capitulate" mean?Conquer
Resist
Fight
Surrender
Capitulate means to surrender, usually in a conflict or disagreement. It is the act of giving up or yielding to an opponent or demand. When one capitulates, they are essentially admitting defeat and accepting the terms or conditions set forth by the opposing party. This can occur in various contexts, such as in war, negotiations, or personal relationships. Capitulating may not always be seen as a negative action, as it can also be a strategic move to avoid further conflict or harm. However, it is important to weigh the consequences and implications of surrendering before making such a decision.
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The Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program provides quality summer experiences that build a pipeline to career opportunities for local youth ages 13-24. The focus of the summer employment program is to expose participants to careers of interest with the intention of creating a career ready workforce. Youth will earn while they gain experience to define their career goals.
Registration Open NOW!
Ages 13-15:
Ages 16-24:
Through deliberate program design, cross-sector collaborations and strategic incentives, the 2023 City of New Orleans Mayor’s Summer Youth Employment Program will host three distinct programs:
Traditional ($15.00/hr)
Youth will be engaged in a friendly work environment to learn about the responsibilities of work.
- Ages: 16-24
- 2023 Dates: June 5th – July 14th
Junior Camp Counselors – (Ages 18-24) Youth who are interested in working as Summer Camp Counselors at various New Orleans Recreation Development (NORD) camp facilities.
Summer Success– (Ages 14-17) Youth who are disconnected from employment or school will participate in a work readiness program.
Intern NOLA ($16.27/hr)
College students are provided with opportunities that are closely aligned with their program of study and academic major. Interns are expected to perform at a higher level to complete projects without direct supervision. Applicants must pass a drug test, submit resume and interview for consideration to this program.
- Ages: 18-24
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2023 Dates: June 5th – July 28th
Work & Learn ($15.00/hr)
Youth will be provided with fundamental support to prepare for college entrance through the University of New Orleans Upward Bound Program. The program provides opportunities for participants to succeed in their precollege performance and ultimately in their higher education pursuits.
- Ages: 16-24
- 2023 Dates: June 5th – July 14th
NORD Teen Career Camps
The New Orleans Recreation Development Commission (NORD) offers NORD Teen Career Camps allowing teens to gain valuable experience and explore careers. Breakfast, lunch, and field trips are provided. Participants earn a stipend of $75 per week over a six-week period.
For more information about NORD Teen Career Camps visit: https://www.nolacypb.org/mayors-2020-summer-youth-employment-opportunities/
- Ages: 13-15
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2023 Dates: June 5th-July 14th
Note: July 4th is a non-paid holiday for all programs.
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LSU Softball
The Tigers earn the No. 10 overall seed and will host a regional of the NCAA Tournament for the seventh time since 2015.
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Which words best complete these example sentences?
A) The large ballroom was heavily adorned with beautiful ____________ and expansive marble columns creating the perfect place for our wedding. B) My grandfather was a carpenter and was known for his detailed ____________, which was featured in many upscale hotels.
Maritime
Frieze
Pugnacious
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Fashion designer Lela Rose is here 6:00 pm, Monday, May 15 to celebrate her latest work, Fresh Air Affairs: Entertaining with Style in the Great Outdoors! Rose is the ultimate party girl, and with Fresh Air Affairs she is back with advice on giving stylish parties outside, filled with ideas for beautiful table settings, flower arrangements, and specialty cocktails and canapés.
The parties featured in Fresh Air Affairs are inspired by places that matter to Lela—her childhood home in Texas, her favorite vacation retreat in Jackson Hole, and her home base in New York City—but their concepts easily travel, from a sundowner cocktail hour to a party celebrating local cheeses. From always choosing a specialty cocktail to picking a pretty dress to match the theme of the party, this book shows the importance of celebrating life’s everyday moments with the people who matter most.
The evening will kick off with Rose in-conversation with Jennifer Lauscha, followed by a Q&A and a signing.
The event is free and open to the public.
Books will be available for purchase at the shop.
Come by The Garden District Book Shop
2727 Prytania St, New Orleans, LA 70130
6:00 pm
Monday, May 15th
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Lmnl Lit Gold Room Anthology Release Party
May 15 • 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us Monday, May 15th at 6 pm to celebrate the launch of the first ever Gold Room Anthology!
Copies will be for sale onsite. Readers will read from their published work and celebrate the legacy that is Gold Room.
Sponsored by New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation.
Featured readers include:
Daniel Lee
Elizabeth Miki Brina
Nikki Ummel
Mimi Ayers
Brad Richard
Cameron Lovejoy
Chris Romaguera
Brent Toca
Ryan Mayer
Jeremy Trager
Kirsten Reneau
Cam Munn
Michelle Nicholson
Carolyn Hembree
Te Smith
Maurice Carlos Ruffin
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DETAILS
DATE: MAY 15 TIME: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
VENUE
BLUE CYPRESS BOOKS 8123 OAK STREET
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70118 UNITED STATES + GOOGLE MAP
PHONE: 15043520096
ORGANIZER
BLUE CYPRESS BOOKS PHONE: 504-352-0096 EMAIL:
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Floor & Decor moves into old Toys 'R' Us spot in Metairie
Tonya Buckhalter, store manager of Floor & Decor, cuts the ribbon unveiling the new Metairie location (Photo by Marie Fazio)
Floor & Decor, a flooring and tile store, has opened in the former site of Toys 'R' Us on Veterans Memorial Boulevard in Metairie.
The warehouse-style store opened its doors to customers on Thursday morning. It’s the second location in the New Orleans area, adding to one in Gretna. The company formerly had a showroom on Magazine Street that closed earlier this year.
The Veterans Boulevard location has sat vacant since 2018, when Toys R'' Us closed amid a national liquidation of its stores.
At a ribbon cutting commemorating the store’s opening, Jefferson Parish Council member Jennifer Van Vrancken said the store was the fourth Floor & Decor store in Louisiana and the 200th across the country.
“Talk about a resource for all the growth we have in Jefferson Parish,” she said.
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JEDCO & KEY ECONOMIC PARTNERS TO
HOST WEBINAR ON FEMA'S RISK RATING 2.0
(AVONDALE, La) -- Tomorrow, join JEDCO, Algiers Economic Development Foundation, and Westbank Business & Industry Association for a presentation and discussion about FEMA's new Risk Rating 2.0 assessment method and how it will impact the residents and businesses of Jefferson Parish and the Greater New Orleans region.
Since the 1960s, the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) has played an important role in shaping and protecting communities across the country. In 2021-22, the NFIP underwent its greatest change ever in rate calculation, with Risk Rating 2.0 – raising prices for 77% of policyholders. FEMA, the program’s administrator, has implemented the Risk Rating 2.0 methodology under their authority, without Congressional action, and in the face of continued concerns by program policyholders, stakeholders, and Congressional leaders alike. In the past year, NFIP participation has fallen by over 3.5%, increasing risk exposure nationally; FEMA’s internal studies have predicted that 20% of policyholders may eventually drop coverage. Moreover, NFIP is currently $20.5B of debt and set to expire on September 30, 2023, if Congress does not take action.
Since April 2013, Greater New Orleans, Inc. has led the Coalition for Sustainable Flood Insurance (CSFI). CSFI is a national coalition of approximately 250 organizations across 35 states, formed during the implementation of the Biggert-Waters Act, which previously threatened to change flood insurance rates dramatically. CSFI was a driving force behind the passage of the Homeowner Flood Insurance Affordability Act (HFIAA), compromise legislation gained overwhelming bipartisan and bicameral support. Currently, CSFI is assembled around transparency and affordability issues of Risk Rating 2.0 and enactment of a long-term NFIP reauthorization legislation. CSFI will provide background into Risk Rating 2.0, its impact, and expectations for NFIP in the year ahead.
During this webinar, Peter Waggoner, Public Policy Manager for Greater New Orleans, Inc., will break down the latest news related to Risk Rating 2.0 and share new map tools that show geographic base rates for flood insurance policies.
Event Details
Tuesday, May 16, 2023
9:00 AM
Webinar
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TODAY AT 7 PM
NOLA Jitterbugs 6-Week Spring Swing Dance Series 2023
Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans
- 900 Camp St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 528-3805
NOLA Jitterbugs swing dance series with LIVE music in the last class! New 6-week series starts Monday March 27th at The Contemporary Arts Center.
7pm Beginners
8pm Intermediate/Advanced
BEGINNERS at 7pm
This class is for those new to swing dancing or need to brush up on the basics of moving with a partner to jazz, swing, & blues. No partner is required to join this class as we rotate partners as we learn. Live music featured in the last class to put your new skills into action!
If you took our last beginner series we recommend taking this one as well. After the last series, we made some adjustments to the flow and restructured it to get you swinging out sooner rather than later. (and with low stress)
Teachers: This series is taught by the entire NOLA Jitterbugs Collective
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In Person
Expressions of America
May 15 | 8:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
BUY TICKETS
Our newest attraction brings history to life like never before. Expressions of America is an immersive, outdoor sound and light show that combines cutting-edge technology and special effects with the real words and stories of everyday people who made a tremendous impact during a time of monumental conflict. Now featuring the Victory Belles for a lively pre-show performance!
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Peel & Shtick: A burlesque and comedy event
Starts on Monday, May 15 · 8:30pm CDT
- General Admission
- $5.00
- +$2.18 Fee / +$0.68 Sales Tax
- Sales end in 14 hours
- $5 in advance and at the door. 21+ venue, all attendees must present valid ID for entry.
Ticket sales end soon
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1 x General Admission$5.00
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Fees$2.18
Sales Tax$0.68
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Refund Policy
Contact the organizer to request a refund.
Eventbrite's fee is nonrefundable.
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NATIONAL CHOCOLATE CHIP DAY
On May 15th, we recognize a morsel of a thing on National Chocolate Chip Day!
Have you ever wondered how a single ingredient would change a recipe? If it weren’t for one curious baker, it would be hard to imagine where we would be without the invention of chocolate chips.
In 1937, Ruth Graves Wakefield of Whitman Massachusetts must have been curious about what a little bit of chocolate would add to her cookies. While working at the Toll House Inn, she added cut-up chunks of a semi-sweet Nestle chocolate bar to a cookie recipe. The cookies were a huge success and in 1939 Wakefield signed an agreement with Nestle to add her recipe to the chocolate bar’s packaging. In exchange for the recipe, Wakefield received a lifetime supply of chocolate. The Nestle brand Toll House cookies were named for the Inn.
Nestle initially included a small chopping tool with the chocolate bars, too. Starting in 1941, Nestle and other competitors started selling the chocolate in chip or morsel form. For the first time, bakers began making chocolate chip cookies without chopping up the chocolate bar first.
Chocolate chips originally came in semi-sweet. Later, chocolate producers began offering bittersweet, semi-sweet, mint, white chocolate, dark chocolate, milk chocolate, and white and dark swirled. Today, chips also come in a variety of other flavors that bakers and candy makers use creatively in their kitchens.
While cookies may be the first treat to come to mind, imagination is really the only thing limiting how chocolate chips can be used in baking and candy making. Even savory dishes feature chocolate chips in a variety of ways, too. Had Ruth Graves Wakefield never wondered what a few chopped up chunks of chocolate would be like in her baking, we wouldn’t even have chocolate chip cookies.
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May 15th Celebrated History
1923
Dr. Joseph Lawrence and Jordan Lambert register the disinfectant called Listerine. Inspiration for the name came from the English surgeon Joseph Lister who touted the importance of antiseptic protocols including handwashing before surgery.
1942
President Franklin D. Roosevelt signs legislation creating the Women’s Auxiliary Army Corps. Oveta Culp Hobby was named as the organization’s first director. The name would later be shortened to Women’s Army Corps. In early 1941, Congresswoman Edith Nourse Rogers of Massachusetts sponsored the original bill creating the WAAC so that women volunteers would have support and benefits for their service. While the bill didn’t initially obtain support, after the bombing of Pearl Harbor, Congress reconsidered. The organization was created as a joint operation of the Army.
1963
Astronaut Gordon Cooper becomes the first American to spend more than a single day in space. During the final mission of Project Mercury, Cooper completed 22 orbits of the Earth and his entire flight spanned 34 hours, 19 minutes, 49 seconds.
May 15th Celebrated Birthdays
L. Frank Baum – 1856
The American writer is the author of a series of children’s books featuring a place called Oz. The 1939 film The Wizard of Oz was based on Baum’s The Wonderful Wizard of Oz. It starred Judy Garland, Ray Bolger, Bert Lahr, Jack Haley, Margaret Hamilton, and Frank Morgan.
Williamina P. Fleming – 1857
The American astronomer is best known for discovering the Horsehead Nebula in the constellation Orion.
Horsehead Nebula
Pierre Curie – 1859
In 1903, the French physicist, along with French physicists Marie Curie and Henri Becquerel received the Nobel Prize in Physics “in recognition of the extraordinary services he has rendered by his discovery of spontaneous radioactivity.”
Hickory Starr – 1915
A descendent of Sequoyah, Hickory Starr served as the Chief of the Nighthawk Keetoowah Society founded by his grandfather, Redbird Smith.
Madeleine Albright – 1937
In 1997, Madeleine Albright became the first woman to serve as United States Secretary of State. President Bill Clinton named Albright to the position, and she served until 2001.
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frieze
[ FREEZ ]
Part of SpeechnounOrigin + Etymology
Late Middle English; from the French frise, from the medieval Latin frisia, 'Frisian wool'
Synonymsnoun
decoration
embellishment
architectural ornament
Antonyms
noununavailable
Definition
noun
any decorative band at the top or beneath the cornice of an interior wall, a piece of furniture, etc.
Examples
noun
A) The large ballroom was heavily adorned with beautiful frieze and expansive marble columns creating the perfect place for our wedding. B) My grandfather was a carpenter and was known for his detailed frieze, which was featured in many upscale hotels.
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With the successful relaunch of craft breweries, I thought you might like a brief look at the city's brewing history.
The New Orleans Brewing Association promoted the city's beers at the 1893 World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago, Illinois. Its exhibit featured an enormous beer bottle rising up from a pyramid of kegs, bottles and palms, and hard-working gnomes gathering wheat/making beer, and a celebratory gnome raising a frothy glass. Images of the association's "Perfection" and "Louisiana" lagers and "Pilsener" were utilized in its printed announcement. The association included a wood engraving showing off its various brewing plants as though they occupied the same site. The Crescent City, Louisiana, Pelican, Southern and Weckerling's operations are identified by signage.
By 1901, the Crescent and the Southern were both closed, and Chicago brewing concerns were interested in absorbing the remaining plants, according to "An Attempt to Absorb the Local Breweries." The Daily Picayune 26 June 1901.
Images: New Orleans Brewing Association. World's Fair 1893: Exhibit of the New Orleans Brewing Association at Chicago. New Orleans: 1893. Architectural Trade Catalogs, Southeastern Architectural Archive, Special Collections Division, Tulane University Libraries.
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St. Patrick's Hall, located on the corner of Camp and Lafayette Streets, was erected in 1874. Among the many events associated with the building include the inauguration of Governor Nicholls on the balcony of St. Patrick's Hall on January 8, 1877. Then, in 1891, when St. Patrick's Hall housed the city's Criminal Court, it was the site of the infamous trial of a group of Italian men accused of assassinating Police Chief David Hennessy. When the trial ended without any convictions, a mob broke into the parish prison and killed eleven Italian prisoners. The John Minor Wisdom Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals presently stands on the site. St. Patrick's Hall was demolished, and workers broke ground in 1909 on the site, which encompasses the block bounded by Lafayette, Camp, Magazine, and Capdeville streets overlooking Lafayette Square. Construction of the elaborate building took many years, but although the date 1912 is incised on the frieze on the Lafayette Street side, the interior was not finished until 1915, with employees occupying their offices the following year.
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⚜️Sal R. Perricone is in New Orleans.
A Sicilian prayer to everyone whose mother is not with us physically.
Be aware of her presence every day. Remember the clothes she washed, the dinners she cooked on a moment’s notice, the nursing of bruises and scapes, the midnight talks on the end of your bed. They will never leave you and you must never forget them. They are your legacy bequeathed to you by the only person who is responsible for your smiles and tears.
Yes, your father is very important, too, but while he was away building your your life, your mother gave you your life and did everything to sustain it.
Though she is gone from these earthly coils, she is next to you every day. You just need to stop and listen. Be silent. Be still. Be attentive. See the signs. Our Blessed Mother allows her to speak through her. But you must listen. This is no time to be a child.
So, on this day don’t be emotionally empty; be filled with the wine she has poured you. She sitting there waiting for a conversation. Talk, but listen.
God gave her to you and you to her. How can you ever be separated. You can’t. Pray and listen. Your bond is deep.
Amen
Note: the image attached to this post came with paternal grandmother from Sicily to New Orleans in the 1890’s. It’s one of my precious possessions.
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Community Office Hours (COH) is intended to provide an opportunity to discuss issues within the community and give residents the opportunity for direct dialogue with City staff about interests and concerns. This program enables City Hall to be accessible and helpful to more residents within neighborhoods. This effort supports a two-way street of effective communication and information flow for addressing neighborhood-level issues.
Your liaison will be available to assist you in your district, Monday through Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. If you have any questions or concerns and would like to book an appointment for assistance, please visit nola.gov/coh or give us a call at (504) 658-4985.
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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
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514 Frenchmen St. , New Orleans, LA 70116 | P: (504) 944-8461
SUNDAY MAY 14 OPEN AT 1:00 PM FOR LUNCH
SECRET SIX JAZZ BAND1:15PM-5:00PM
THE MIDNIGHT BRAWLERS5:30PM-8:30PM
ED WILLS BLUES 4 SALE9:00PM-12:00AM
BRING MOM FOR A LIVE MUSIC LUNCH OR DINNER
MONDAY MAY 15 OPEN AT 1:00 PM FOR LUNCH
ST. JULIEN X BAND1:15PM-5:00PM
THE MELATAUNS5:30PM-8:30PM
ED WILLS BLUES 4 SALE9:00PM-12:00AM
TUESDAY MAY 16 OPEN AT 1:00 PM FOR LUNCH
BIG SOUL1:15 PM-5:00 PM
CARMELA RAPPAZZO QUARTET5:30PM-8:30PM
ANDY J FOREST BLUES9:00PM-12:00AM
WEDNESDAY MAY 17 OPEN AT 1:00 PM FOR LUNCH
BOARDWALKER AND THE 3 FINGER SLINGERS1:15-5:00
SWINGIN' WITH JOHN SAAVEDRA5:30 PM-8:30PM
ROULE AND THE QUEEN9:00 PM-12:OOAM
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The Back Room at Buffa's
1001 Esplanade Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70116
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Live Music
Every
Thursday thru Monday
All Ages Welcome!
· 1001 Esplanade Avenue,New Orleans,70116,US
504) 949-0038
Buy TicketsBuffa’s is committed to paying our musicians fairly while also protecting our customers during the remainder of the pandemic. In order to do this we are selling full tables intead of individual seats for each show.
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The Palm Court Jazz Cafe presents fine dining with live traditional jazz. Normal opening hours are Wednesday through Sunday, from 7pm to 11pm.
1204 Decatur Street
New Orleans LA, 70116
Phone: (504) 525 - 0200
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SNUG HARBOR
Thursdays, Fridays,
Saturdays, & Sundays
Shows at 8 & 10pm
Tickets for all shows are available and easy online www.SnugJazz.com in order to guarantee your seat, and walk-up tickets are only available while they last.
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LOCATION:
SNUG HARBOR JAZZ BISTRO
626 Frenchmen St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-949-0696
General Inquiries: info@snugjazz.com
Show Inquiries: shows@snugjazz.com
ADMISSION:
GENERAL SEATING
$20.00 - $40.00
SNUG HARBOR JAZZ BISTRO
626 Frenchmen St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-949-0696 to purchase tickets
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2023 Louisiana Festivals
May 20 Piney Hills Cook Off (Sikes, La)
May 26-28 Jambalaya Festival (Gonzales,La)
Jun 1-3 Sportsman & Heritage Fest (Krotz Springs)
Jun 2 Cajun Heritage Fest (Larose)
Jun 2-4 Balloon Fest (Bogalusa)
Jun 3 Peach Festival (Ruston)
Jun 8-10 Corn Festival (Bunkie, La)
Jun 9-11 Crab Festival (Cameron, La)
Jun 9-11 BBQ Festival (Opelousas, La)
Jun 17 Let the Good Times Roll Fest (Shreveport)
Jun 22-24 Watermelon Festival (Deridder ‚La)
Jun 29-Jul 3 Essence Fest (New Orleans)
Jul 4 Avoyelles Arts & Music Fest (Marksville,La)
Aug16-20 Shrimp Festival (Delcambre,La)
Aug 24-27 Duck Festival (Gueydan, La)
Aug 31-Sept 4 Shrimp & Petroleum Fest (Morgan City)
Sept 16 Meat Pie Fest (Natchitoches, La)
Sept 21-24 Sugar Cane Fest (New Iberia)
Sept 21-24 Alligator Fest (Luling, La)
Sept 22-24 C.O.Y.C Hurricane Fest (Cut Off, La)
Sept 29-Oct 1 Sabine Fair & Rodeo (Many, La)
Sept 30-Oct 1 Fried Chicken Festival (New Orleans)
Oct 6-8 Cattle Festival (Abbeville)
Oct 12-14 Tamale Festival (Zwolle, La)
Oct 13-15 Festival Acadinies et Creole (Lafayette)
Oct 19-22 Rice Festival (Crowley, La)
Oct 20-21 Wolf Creek Festival (Sikes, La)
Oct 20-22 Gumbo Festival (Thibodaux, La)
Oct 26- Nov 12 Louisiana State Fair (Shreveport)
Oct 28 Sweet Dough Pie Fest (Grand Coteau)
Nov 3-5 Pecan Festival (Colfax, La)
Nov 3-5 Sabine Freestate Festival (Florein, La)
Nov 4-5 Omelette Fest (Abbeville)
Nov 9-12 Cracklin Fest (Port Barre, La)
Nov 11 Atchafalaya Basin Fest (Henderson, La)
Dec 1-3 Plaquemine Fair & Orange Fest (Fort Jackson)
Dec 2 City of Lights Festival/Parade (Natchitoches, La)
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VENDOR OF THE WEEK:
Micro Pharms
Business owner and entrepreneurial mastermind, Christopher Pham founded Micro Pharms back in 2020 when he started growing microgreens in his apartment. Why microgreens? Chris just wanted to develop a healthier lifestyle for himself. When the pandemic hit and many of his restaurant clients stopped taking orders, Chris had to think of a new way to repurpose his microgreens, so he started developing value-added products like micro-kimchi, chili oils, and dried spice and seasoning blends like his Asian Chicken Cajun Fry Mix (also great with fried vegetables!). Chris’s main goal with his value-added products is to uplift his Asian culture and heritage while bringing a fun and playful energy to his brand. You might have even noticed Gazpacho, the red microgreen mascot on all of Chris’ packaging and labels. In the coming months, Chris is looking forward to expanding his offerings to frozen prepared foods like dumplings. Check out Micro Pharms at the Thursday Mid-City Market or the Sunday City Park Market!
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5-1
7 PM
Latin Night at Rock n Bowl
Mid-City Lanes Rock n Bowl
3000 S. CARROLTON AVE
New Orleans, LA 70118
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Latin Night returns on this night! Dance class starts at 7pm with Bianca San Martin and then social dancing begins at 8pm with DJ Maynor playing the best Latin music to dance to. $5 cover
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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
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MISTER MAO TO HOST MATCHBOOK KITCHEN FOR ONE-NIGHT-ONLY DINNER
Chef Justin Bruhl of Barrel Proof’s Asian Pop-Up Serves Up Five-Course Asian Dinner
Wednesday, May 17, 2023
WHO/WHAT: Uptown New Orleans’ Mister Mao is known for hosting a wildly-popular monthly guest chef pop-up series – a seasonal roster of dinners showcasing the talents of various Chefs, food trucks, vendors, and more. Each pop-up, Chef/Owner Sophina Uong invites visiting Chefs to take over the Mister Mao kitchen to showcase their cuisine and make money while doing so!
For the month of May, Chef Justin Bruhl of Matchbook Kitchen - the Asian pop-up doing residency at Barrel Proof, takes over the kitchen at Mister Mao and will serve a five-course meal priced at $70 (per person plus tax & gratuity). Menu follows:
Snow Peas
ramp kimchi, cured yolk drizzle
Red Snapper
“aguachile”, laab spice, herbs
House Pappardelle Pasta
goat dan dan ragu, spring onion
Beef Cheeks
smoked angara gravy, grilled corn khichdi
Mango Sorbet
coconut cream, Maldon salt
*Menu subject to change
WHEN/WHERE: Wednesday, May 17th, with seatings at 6PM and 8PM. Mister Mao is located at 4501 Tchoupitoulas in New Orleans. www.mistermaonola.com
RESERVATIONS: Reservations are recommended and can be made on RESY
Mister Mao
4501 Tchoupitoulas St
New Orleans, LA 70115
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Wednesdays at the Square
the free Wednesday evening event in Lafayette Square has become an institution in the city’s outdoor live music scene. It runs throughout the spring and summer months
FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
WEDNESDAYS 5-8PM
MAY 17
LeTrainiump
MAY 17
glbl wrmng
Imperial Woodpecker Sno-Balls, Bubs NOLA Smash Burgers, Fresh Fruit Sensations, Akasia's Cafe, Cochon King BBQ, Fressence, Bésame x Que Pasta Nola, The French Stall, Tiger's Creole Cuisine, Paella NOLA, Seaworthy, and Josephine Estelle.
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TODAY AT 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM
NOMA's Besthoff Sculpture Garden
- One Collins C Diboll Cir, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
(504) 658-4100
Wed, May 17
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Thu, May 18
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Fri, May 19
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Sun, May 21
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Interested
Wed, May 24
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Interested
Thu, May 25
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Interested
Fri, May 26
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Interested
Sun, May 28
7:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Interested
The audience favorite returns after 12 long years. Don't miss this magic this May!
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To commemorate the anniversary of our first "garden show", TNP commissioned a MIDSUMMER poster by artist Spencer Epps. The hand-painted piece will be on display at performances and auctioned off at the completion of the production!
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New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle, City Park,
New Orleans, LA 70179
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*Wednesdays are free for all Louisiana residents, courtesy of The Helis Foundation | |
MUSEUM
10 am–5 pm, Tuesday–Sunday*
BESTHOFF SCULPTURE GARDEN
10 am–6 pm, Seven Days a Week
CAFE NOMA
10 am–4 pm, Tuesday–Sunday, and Private Events
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In Person
Billie & Ella
May 17 | 11:45 a.m. – 1:45 p.m.
BUY TICKETS
Banter, jokes, jazz, and blues abound when music legends Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald get together. These two iconic musicians are elegantly portrayed by New Orleans' own Kathleen Moore and Chloé Marie Johnson, respectively, and backed by the talented Victory Trio. Enjoy classic hits like “Give Me the Simple Life,” “God Bless the Child,” “Stormy Weather,” and more from music royalty!
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5-17
2 PM – 7 PM
Lafreniere Park Farmers Arts Market
3000 Downs Blvd,
Metairie, LA 70003-3957,
United States
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5-17-23
1 PM – 5 PM
German Coast
Farmers Market-
Westbank Bridge Park
13825 River Rd, Luling, LA 70070-6219, United States
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2828 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119
21 and over
Wed, May 17, 2023
8:00 PM
Jon Cleary
TICKETS
21 and over
Thu, May 18, 2023
8:00 PM
Tommy Malone & Friends
TICKETS
21 and over
Fri, May 19, 2023
8:00 PM
RAM
TICKETS
21 and over
Sat, May 20, 2023
8:00 PM
Joy Clark & Marcella Simien
TICKETS
18 and over
MORE DETAILS
Sun, May 21, 2023
6:00 PM
Joshua Starkman
Have A Great Day!
TICKETS
Chickie Wah Wah
And here we go again with our weekly calendar folks!
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Join us at a local venue in District C Westbank to hear about city programs, initiatives, and operations directly from city officials and representatives. In an effort to accommodate residents who are less inclined to attend public meetings in the evenings outside of their communities, we've created Coffee On Your Corner to bring city government to you.
The topic will be Infrastructure & 311. Corresponding city department representatives and city partner organizations will also be attending to present updates and field questions from residents.
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
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Penny's Cafe
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THURSDAY BUFFET $11.95
All you can eat fried chicken, baked chicken, fried okra, pork n' beans, boiled corn & potatoes, broccoli & bacon mac, cornbread, and dessert!
11am-7:30pm
- 5442 E Judge Perez Dr, Violet, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 272-0262
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FREE Admission to the Ogden Museum of Art for La. Residents
5-18
10:00 am
Ogden Museum of
Southern Art
925 Camp St.
New Orleans LA 70130
If you are a Louisiana resident you can enjoy the Ogden Museum of Southern Art for free on Thursdays thanks to the Helis Foundation. Great museum with the largest and most comprehensive assemblage of Southern art in the world, establishing the Ogden Museum as the preeminent resource on art and culture of the South.
. Purchase tickets in advance.
Who
All ages
Cost
Free for La. Residents
How
RESERVE TIMED
TICKETS HERE
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2023 Spring Concert Series
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.
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.
Gates Open - 5:00pm
Performances - 6:00-8:00pm
SPRING 2023 SCHEDULE
- May 18 - The New Orleans Mystics
- $15.00
- + fees
- Songs from The Temptations, The 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!
- MORE INFO
- May 25 - Creole String Beans
- $15.00
- + fees
- The Classic New Orleans party band with exceptional taste in song selection and a repertoire that ranges far and wide from Fats Domino and Bobby Charles to Duke Ellington.
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- June 1 - New Leviathan Oriental Fox-Trot Orchestra
- $15.00
- + fees
- The New Leviathan Oriental Fox Trot Orchestra is an American revival orchestra that performs vintage American music popular from the 1890s through the early 1930s.
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- June 8 - The Yat Pack
- $15.00
- + fees
- “The Yat Pack” is a New Orleans-based band modeled on the 1960s Vegas Swing Era. They will perform classic big-band numbers by Frank Sinatra, Louis Prima, Dean Martin, and Bobby Darin as well as contemporary artists like Michael Bublé, Billy Joel, and Harry Connick, Jr. www.theyatpack.com
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- June 15 - Julio y Cesar
- $15.00
- + fees
- Originally from Guatemala, Julio and Cesar Herrera have been in New Orleans for over 30 years. They describe their music as constantly evolving, attributing this in part to their exposure from an early age to many cultures. For more information about the singer/band, please visit www.julioandcesar.com.
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- June 22 - Raphael Bas & Harmonouche
- $15.00
- + fees
- Harmonouche plays music loaded with charisma and international flavor. This New Orleans band combines world-class musicianship and a good dose of humor to deliver a unique sound orchestrated with jazz guitar, harmonica, accordion, piano and vocals.
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- June 29 - Tim Laughlin
- $15.00
- + fees
- Tim began playing the clarinet at age 8, taking private lessons at Werlein’s. Laughlin has separated himself by composing original New Orleans Jazz, as heard on his award-winning CD, The Isle of Orleans. His songs have been heard on television, commercials, and major motion pictures. www.timlaughlin.com
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THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME
May 18 – June 4, 2023
A play by Simon Stephens. Based on the novel by Mark Haddon, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time follows fifteen-year-old Christopher as he uncovers the mysterious murder of his neighbor’s dog. Amid his investigation, he discovers hard truths about his family while navigating social norms and communication with others. This seven-time Olivier Award-winning play is a thrilling adventure!
Approximately 2 hours 30 minutes, including 15 minute intermission.
Recommended for ages 11+
18, 19, 20 7:30pm
21 3pm
25, 26, 27 7:30pm
28 3p
LE PETIT THEATRE -
616 St. Peter St.
New Orleans LA 70116
504.522.2081
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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.
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WE’RE BACK AT THE BLUE NILE EVERY FRIDAY!!!!
TODAY AT 11 PM
Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ Swingers
$20
· 532 Frenchmen Street,New Orleans,70116,US
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The Savannah Sipping Society
Tickets Selling Fast!
Don’t Miss Your Chance to Spend Happy Hour with These Ladies
The Savannah Sipping Society Special Event - Real Estate Professionals Night
Friday, May 19, 2023 • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM CDT
Playmakers Theater
19106 Playmakers Road
Covington, LA 70435
Saturday, May 20, 2023 • 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM CDT
Sunday, May 21, 2023 • 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM CDT
What happens when an uptight, unemployed architect, an earthy divorcee, a lonely widow and a fireball of a gal become fast friends in a slow Southern town? Add the liberal use of libations and you get The Savannah Sipping Society, the next production at Playmakers Theater. Directed by Joan Soboloff, the show runs May 20-June 4 with a Real Estate Professionals Premiere Friday, May 19.
The Savannah Shipping Society welcomes newcomers Elizabeth Humbert as Randa, the 49 year old architect whose well-earned promotion is given to a 30-year-old man;
Jeri Creson as Marlafaye, the Texan-done-wrong with anger issues; Stephanie Neece as the feisty lifestyle coach Jinx. Dot, a recent widow with a penchant for sexy underwear, is played by Arden Allen Dufilho. You never know what’s going to happen when these four women get together for Happy Hour.
The Savannah Sipping Society opens with a special Realtors’ Premiere, May 19 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $30 will include hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction benefitting Playmakers Theater. Specialty cocktails will be available.
The regular run opens Saturday, May 20 at 7 p.m. with champagne and hors d’oeuvres. Tickets are $20. For the remainder of the run, Saturday performances are at 7 p.m. and Sunday matinees are at 2 p.m. Tickets for all performances are available at BonTempsTix.com or playmakersinc.com.
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Crawfish Boils at Faubourg
Faubourg Beer
- 3501 Jourdan Road, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 867-4000
Fete au Fete will be boiling crawfish every Friday-Sunday at the brewery! Stop by and enjoy great beer, good eats, and plenty to do at our 15 acre brew park!
Times:
Fridays - 4:30pm until sold out.
Saturdays & Sundays - 12pm until sold out
Interested in booking a private crawfish boil? Email events@faubourgbrewery.com to set up your boil!
Our outdoor brew park features three bocce ball courts, disc golf, corn hole, giant Jenga and many more yard games. Plenty of activities to keep the children engaged while the adults unwind. You can even bring in your own chairs, blankets and umbrellas.
Don’t want to to drive? Take a Rideshare to OR from the brewery, show a bartender your receipt and get $10 off your tab!
Family & Dog Friendly
Fri, May 19
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Sat, May 20
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sun, May 21
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Fri, May 26
4:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Sat, May 27
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Sun, May 28
12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
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Swirl Wine Bar & Market
3143 Ponce de Leon Street
New Orleans, LA 70119
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Upcoming Events
Friday Night Wine School, Premium Sake Selections with Chris Johnson, World Sake Imports
Friday, May 12, 2023 Sold Out
Always looking for educational opportunities, we are excited to hold our first sake focused Friday Night Wine School with Chris Johnson from World Sake Imports. Chris is a saké sommelier certified by the Saké Service Institute and a certified WSET Level 3 Saké Educator, and in 2013 earned the distinguished title of Saké Samurai. He'll discuss how sake is made, the different quality levels and styles, along with wine parallels and pairings. We hope you'll join us! Go here to reserve your spots, Premium Sake
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Gretna Farmer’s Market
Event Date:
Saturday
from 8:30 am - 12:30 am
Gretna Market
301 Huey P Long Ave
Gretna, LA 70053
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5-20
Join us every Saturday,
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for over 80 local artisan vendors, including produce, prepared foods, jewelry, art, crafts, plants, music and more!
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Audubon’s Cool Zoo with the Gator Run lazy river opens May 2, and it will operate weekends-only through the end of May.
"The Cool Zoo with the Gator Run offers great ways to have fun and stay cool while visiting the Zoo," said Audubon’s Senior Vice President and Managing Director of Uptown Facilities Daine Appleberry. "We are excited to reopen this popular attraction for the summer season."
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.
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THE DOOKY CHASE KITCHEN: LEAH’S LEGACY cooking series celebrates Leah Chase, the “Queen of Creole Cuisine.”
The 26-part cooking series, produced by WYES-TV in New Orleans, was shot on location at Dooky Chase’s Restaurant with dishes prepared by younger generations of the Chase family who have led the restaurant since Leah’s death in 2019.
Viewers will meet Leah’s grandson, Edgar “Dook” Chase IV, who now oversees the restaurant’s kitchen; her niece Cleo Robinson, who joined Leah in the kitchen in 1980; and the restaurant’s newest chef, Leah’s great-granddaughter Zoe Chase. Paired with some of the menus are specialty cocktails crafted by Leah’s granddaughter Eve Marie Haydel, the restaurant’s beverage manager who has updated drink recipes from the restaurant’s earlier days. Granddaughter Chase Kamata narrates. Each 30-minute episode explores a new take on Creole classics and a different chapter of the restaurant’s history.
See it every Saturday at 10am and on Sundays at 11:30am. Watch on WYES-TV and stream on wyes.org/live and on the WYES and PBS Apps. Out of WYES’ viewing area?
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Laissez les bons temps rouler! We’re excited to announce that this year’s Give Kids The World Gala will take place on May 20, 2023 in the magical city of New Orleans, Louisiana!
Hosted by the Kern Family and Mardi Gras World, the Gala will celebrate all that is The Big Easy. As you might expect, the evening will be filled with the tastes, sights, and, especially, the sounds of New Orleans, and we’d love for you to be a part of the special evening. Follow this link for full event and ticketing details: www.gktw.org/gala
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5-20
SATURDAY AT
9 until Midnight
The Anaïs at
The Bombay Club
Every Saturday
Daniel Meinecke joins me on piano
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Join us for an evening of Jazz and Cocktails at The Bombay Club.
830 Conti St
New Orleans, LA 70112
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Dog Adoption Event - TODAY
~ Every Saturday, 10am-4pm ~
Petsmart @ 1000 S Clearview Pkwy
Big dogs
Small dogs
Puppies
Seniors
Just looking to play with some pups? That's cool too! Need some volunteer opportunities? Sign up! Looking to foster! You're the best!
Hosted by Rolling River Rescue and Greta's Ark Rescue
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2023 Opus Ball: Celebrating Carlos Miguel Prieto
Featuring special guests Jon Cleary and Tank & the Bangas
Saturday, May 20, 2023
Orpheum Theater, New Orleans
Patron Party 5:30 p.m.
Dinner 6:00 p.m.
| Concert 7:30 p.m.
The Orpheum Theater
129 Roosevelt Way
New Orleans, LA 70112
Join us for a very special evening as we celebrate and thank Carlos Miguel Prieto for seventeen years as the Adelaide Wisdom Benjamin Music Director and Principal Conductor.
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The evening will include a seated dinner followed by a celebratory concert featuring music by Copland and special guests Jon Cleary and Tank and the Bangas. You won’t want to miss Carlos Miguel Prieto’s last concert at the head of the LPO.
Tickets are available for the concert only portion of the evening. Seating is General Admission and is limited to the Balcony area of the theater.
Limited tickets available.
Honorary Chairs Dr. Stephen and Nancy Hales
Special Guests
JON CLEARY
TANK & THE BANGAS
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Volunteers Needed for May 20th in the Lower Ninth Ward
On Saturday, May 20th from 10AM - 1PM, the Mayor’s Neighborhood Engagement Office (NEO) will hold a Neighborhood Cares Day at Oliver Bush Playground (2500 Fats Domino Ave.) in the Lower Ninth Ward. This is the third Neighborhood Cares Initiative (NCI) event of 2023.
The event will consist of a community cleanup, a game truck, free fresh produce, resource fair, music, free food, a game truck, and free food for the community. City departments will be out in the field addressing quality of life concerns identified by the neighborhood.
Volunteers are needed to make the event a success. At the event, volunteers will make improvements to the playground as well as beautify the surrounding area. While supplies last, volunteers will receive lunch and a free t-shirt.
PLEASE CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER
Mayor Cantrell and NEO are proud to partner with District E Councilmember Oliver Thomas, Rebuilding Together New Orleans, the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission, Resilience Force NOLA, Thrive New Orleans, Crescent Care, Farming New Orleans, Pee Wee's Crab Cakes, We Dat's Chicken and Shrimp, Chick-Fil-A, and Danielle's Sno-Balls.
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Join us here at Palmettos on Sundays from
10 am to 3 pm for an authentic
Louisiana Jazz Brunch.
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JAZZ BRUNCH HOURS
SUNDAY
5-2-23
10 am – 3 pm
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Food Fight New Orleans
May 25th, 2023
Come celebrate the Top Dishes & Cocktails in New Orleans with 30 restaurants competing for coveted NOLA Boards, & they all want your vote!!!
2nd Annual Food Fight Returns in New Location
New Orleans, LA – New Orleans Food Fight presented by Stella Artois moves from the Bywater’s Crescent Park upriver to the Riverwalk Outlets Spanish Plaza on Thursday, May 25th from 6-10pm. Food Fight is the inaugural event at the plaza following the recent completion of the ferry landing and the new Four Seasons Hotel.
The one-night only event produced by Yeah You Right Events benefits the PLEASE Foundation, a Louisiana 501(c)(3) that provides mentorship, leadership training, and scholarships for at-risk students to attend local college preparatory high schools in the New Orleans area. Last year’s events raised over $50,000 for the PLEASE students currently attending local college preparatory high schools.
“Thanks to our amazing sponsors and fans, our first Food Fight was super successful,” said event producer Shane Finkelstein. “It’s now one of the biggest chef competitions in the city and a great opportunity to showcase New Orleans’ top chefs and mixologists while raising money for our next generation of local leaders.”
Food Fight fans and celebrity judges choose the winners for Top Classic Dish, Top Creative Dish, Top Vegetarian Dish, Top Classic Cocktail and Top Creative Cocktail. Fest-goers will also enjoy creative pop-up bar areas and DJ lounges, spirit tastings, top local bands, burlesque by Trixie Minx, and additional eye-popping visual elements.
Confirmed competitors for Food Fight Champion include Apolline, The Chloe, Deanasco’s, Los Jefes Grill, Mahoney’s Poboys & Seafood, Messina’s, Saint John, Soulé Cafe, Tava Indian Street Food, and Wishing Town Bakery. Spirit sponsors include Casamigos, Crown Royal, Hard Hide Strawberry Whiskey, Jack Daniel’s, Jameson Irish Whiskey, Ketel One, Makers Mark, Skrewball Peanut Butter Whiskey, Tres Generaciones, and Who Dat Spirits.
The Food Fight VIP Experience presented by William Grant & Sons includes open bar, food tastings by James Beard nominated chef Michael Gulatta of Maypop, Hendrix Gin and Milagro Tequila cocktails by the bar team at Meril’s, plus gourmet desserts, and additional entertainment including James Andrews and Honey Island Swamp Band.
Food Fight ticketing options include $135.00 VIP, $105.00 Early Entry/First Tasting and $85.00 General Admission. Early Bird discounted tickets go on sale March 12th starting at $55. Once inside the festival, all food and drinks are included. Visit www.foodfightnola.com for more information.
Sponsors for Food Fight 2023 include Stella Artois, Hyundai of Metairie, Performance Food Service, Riverwalk Outlets, Where Y'at Magazine, N.O.Vative Printing, Element, Evamor Natural Artesian Water, and Joe’s Septic Contractors.
This year’s goal is to double last year’s amount and raise over $100,000 for the PLEASE Foundation so they can continue to do the important work they do in our community.
For additional information, photos, and media passes, please contact Allison Davis, our Marketing & PR Coordinator at (972)-885-7956
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Handbell concert by the Perkins Ringers including the world premier of “Carrollton Rag” with harp and cello. Composed for Perkins Ringers by Melville Brown and directed by Inka Rudnycka.
Includes other eclectic pieces: one that uses “singing bells,” a melody of patriotic songs, and a well-known spiritual song.
All welcome.
Come see what handbells can do!
Bring friends and family.
It’s free!
May 25, 7pm
St Andrew’s Episcopal Church
1101 Carrollton Ave - corner of Zimpel
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Crawfish Boil at the NOPSI
Friday, May 26, 2023
at 5:00 PM
317 Baronne Street
New Orleans, LA 70112
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Arts Market New Orleans
When: Saturday, May 27 | 10 am - 4 pm
Location: Marsalis Harmony Park - 8211 S. Claiborne Ave.
Join us for Mother's Day shopping this Saturday! We will welcome the whole family with a performance and free drum workshop for kids from 11 am - 1 pm by Majek Fingers Drumming School International. The market will feature 40+ Louisiana and Gulf Coast artists and makers.
Our bi-monthly, open-aired arts market takes place every second Saturday in City Park on the Goldring/ Woldenberg Great Lawn and every last Saturday at Marsalis Harmony Park (formerly Palmer Park). Save the date for our next market! On May 27th, Arts New Orleans will host an Arts Markets Social where we will provide complimentary food, beverages, and giveaways. The Maroons Band performs at 11:30 am with 2 sets of Afro Caribbean Folk, storytelling, and world music.
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Grande Krewe Friends...
...it's rosé time!
Join us for a delightful afternoon of sipping and savoring at our annual Rosé Fest! We're excited to feature over 30 different rosé wines from all over the world. We'll have four distributors pouring some of the finest and most unique expressions available at all price points. They'll guide you through the tasting experience and provide insights into the different flavors, aromas, and characteristics of each wine. To complement the wines, we'll also be serving up delicious small bites that perfectly pair with rosé. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to indulge in some of the best rosé around!
At $45 per person, these spots will sell out fast so sign up now!
Click here to reserve a space!
Shop in store at 2305 Decatur St.
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Full Moon 2023 Calendar
For 2023, there will be 13 full moons. Most of the months will have 1 full moon with the exception of August. For August 2023, a blue moon is on the schedule. Mark your calendars accordingly!
Here’s a quick summary of the dates of each of the full moons, their names, and how they fit into each season.
Here are the dates of the 2023 Full Moons:
June 3, 2023 (Full Strawberry Moon)
The June 2023 Full Moon, also called the Full Strawberry Moon, will be on Saturday June 3, 2023 23:42 ET or June 4, 2023 03:42 UTC. This will be the third full moon of the Spring 2023 season as it occurs about two weeks before the Summer Solstice.
The Summer Solstice is on the calendar for June 21, 2023 10:58 EST or 14:58 UTC.
July 3, 2023 (Full Buck Moon)
The July 2023 Full Moon, also called the Full Buck Moon, will be on Monday July 3, 2023 07:39 EST or 11:39 UTC. This will be the first full moon of the Summer 2023 season as the June full moon occurred prior to the Summer Solstice.
August 1, 2023 (Full Sturgeon Moon)
The August 2023 Full Moon, also called the Full Sturgeon Moon, will be on Tuesday August 1, 2023 14:31 EST or 18:31 UTC. This will be the second full moon of the Summer 2023 season.
August 30, 2023 (Full Blue Moon)
There will be a full blue moon in August 2023 on Wednesday August 30, 2023 21:35 or August 31, 2023 01:35 UTC. This will be the third and last full moon of the Summer 2023 season.
This moon is called a full blue moon is because it’s the second full moon in a calendar month.
September 29, 2023 (Full Harvest Moon)
The September 2023 Full Moon, also called the Full Harvest Moon, will be on Friday, September 29, 2023 05:57 EST or 09:57 UTC. This will be the first full moon of the Autumn 2023 season.
There will also be a Penumbral Lunar Eclipse at the same time as the full moon, technically 10 minutes before the full moon peak.
The Autumn Equinox is on the calendar for September 23, 2023 02:50 EST or 06:50 UTC. As the September full moon will be closer to the Autumn Equinox than the October full moon, it will be called the Full Harvest Moon.
October 28, 2023 (Full Hunter’s Moon)
The October 2023 Full Moon, also called the Full Hunter’s Moon will be on Saturday October 28, 2023 16:24 EST or 20:24 UTC. It will be the second full moon of the Autumn 2023 season
November 27, 2023 (Full Beaver Moon)
The November 2023 Full Moon, also called the Full Beaver Moon, will be on Monday November 27, 2023 04:16 EST or 9:16 UTC. It will be the third full moon of the Autumn 2023 season.
December 26, 2023 (Full Cold Moon)
The December 2023 Full Moon, also called Full Cold Moon, will be on Tuesday December 26, 2023 19:33 EST or December 27, 2023 00:33 UTC. It will be the first full moon of the Winter 2023-2024 season
The Winter Solstice is on the calendar for December 21, 2023 22:28 EST or December 22, 2023 03:28 UTC
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WYES is excited to announce the 30th anniversary of WYES SEASON OF GOOD TASTES.
This season, from January 2023 through July 2023, guests can select wine tasting dinners at eight of New Orleans’ iconic restaurants. Each dinner is specially created by the chef to pair with the wines being served that evening. In past years, some of the dinners have sold out within a matter of hours.
Reservations open at wyes.org/events. Dinner prices vary from $115-$250, and include tax and gratuity.
All wine pairing menus are now online and can be viewed at wyes.org/events.
Thank you to this season’s participating restaurants.
The Pelican Club — Tuesday, June 6
Palm&Pine — Wednesday, June 21
Briquette — Friday, July 14
These dinners are made possible through the support of our generous sponsors: Caire Hotel & Restaurant Supply, Inc., Community Coffee, AJ’s Produce and Thompson Meats.
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The World Naked Bike Ride is set to streak through New Orleans on June 10
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The Jefferson Community Foundation is hosting the Jefferson Parish Senior Expo on Thursday, June 22 from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Alario Center. This year’s Senior Expo presented by Peoples Health is going to be BIGGER and BETTER than ever before!
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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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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
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