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NATIONAL CHOCOLATE WITH ALMONDS DAY
National Chocolate with Almonds Day on July 8th each year offers a combo deal to celebrate. What a great way to wrap up chocolate and almonds in one package. Celebrate it by giving some to a friend or neighbor.
When it comes to adding almonds to chocolate, the options are plentiful. From cakes to chocolate bars, puddings and cookies we can celebrate this National Day with snacks and desserts galore! Whether you pick up a chocolate bar or make something from scratch, this holiday will surely hit the spot. This timeless combination brings smooth chocolate and crunch to snack time. However, it also adds a warm nuttiness to cakes and brownies. Add both to ice cream or mousse for a richer flavor or elevate other divine desserts such as cheesecake and custards.
Chocolate syrup with chopped nuts drizzled over your favorite pastry adds just a hint of sinful flavor. And when popcorn screams for added crunch, chocolate and almonds answer the call. The options are unlimited for this combo, don't doubt it.
HEALTH BENEFITS OF ALMONDS:
- Reduce the risk of heart attack
- Lower ‘bad’ cholesterol
- Protects artery walls from damage
- Help build healthy bones and teeth
- Provide healthy fats and aid in weight loss
- Lower the rise in blood sugar and insulin after meals
- Help provide good brain function
- Nourish the nervous system
- Alkalize the body
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NATIONAL FREEZER POP DAY
In the heat of summer, National Freezer Pop Day brings the sweet chill of relief! On July 8th, grab one of America's favorite ways to cool off with a frozen sweet treat.
Freezer pops have a long history - one that's over 60 years old. And that history includes kids and summer fun. What's better than getting outdoors and spending time with friends and family? Well, perhaps cooling off with a freezer full of freezer pops in every flavor of the rainbow.
Summer is one of the best times of the year. It's important to keep the freezer or cooler stocked with freezer pops of all varieties and textures. There’s one for people of all ages! They make the summer even better and more memorable. And they're shareable, too. Everyone has their favorite flavor, and you know which one it is by looking in the seemingly always near-empty freezer or cooler. From lazy summer days to busy sporting events, these portable treats please even the pickiest crowd.
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The New Orleans Saints will host two open training camp practices for fans once they return from California later this summer.
The Saints announced Monday that the two sessions will take place Aug. 20 and Aug. 23 at Yulman Stadium at Tulane University and at Caesars Superdome, respectively. The times of the practices and fan information will be revealed later.
The announcement came as part of the Saints’ unveiling of their training camp schedule. With the Saints holding camp at the University of California, the Saints will leave for Irvine on Monday, July 22 and stay out west until Aug. 19.
When in Irvine, the Saints will hold two days joint practices with the San Francisco 49ers on Aug. 15 and Aug. 16 in leadup to their Aug. 18 preseason showdown at San Francisco. The Saints also have another preseason game a week earlier, when they travel to Arizona to face the Cardinals on Aug. 10.
The Saints are holding their camp in California this year because of construction updates to their practice facility in Metairie. The team is building a new cafeteria, which is expected to be completed in the fall. Saints officials have said the team’s camp in Irvine will be a one-off, with the plan to have camp at the team’s facility next year.
Practices begin Wednesday, July 24.
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Uptown, Tuesday MarketNext Market: July 9, 2024
8 AM - 12 PM
Uptown Square
200 Broadway Street at the River
Directions and Parking Tips
The Tuesday Market is located Uptown near the Mississippi River levee at Tulane University Square (originally known Uptown Square). Find us in the northeast corner of the parking lot between Leake Avenue and Broadway Street. There's plenty of free onsite parking.
RTA Lines 57, 31, and 32 pass right by market! Click here to view route 57 or click here for route 31/32.
From I-10
From I-10/Pontchartrain Expressway, take the South Carrollton exit. If you're coming from Metairie, the ramp will merge with South Carrollton heading toward the Mississippi River; if driving from Downtown or New Orleans East, turn left at the first traffic signal (Palmetto Street) then right at South Carrollton. Go 2.2 miles to the end of South Carrollton and turn left on Leake Avenue. With the levee on your right, continue 0.8 miles; the Market will be in the parking lot to your left, just before Leake meets Broadway.
No Cash? No Problem!
All of our vendors accept cash and tokens. Swipe for tokens on-site at the orange Welcome Tent with debit, credit, or EBT SNAP.
Shop with SNAP!
Market Umbrella implements fresh food incentive programs such as Market Match, which doubles SNAP dollars spent at market for the purchase of fresh fruits and vegetables. Starting January 1st, 2023, market match will be unlimited, allowing us to match each EBT dollar being swiped for on-site at the orange Welcome Tent.
Between June and the end of November, certified market vendors accept Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers for both seniors and WIC participants. Market Umbrella is able to double FMNP benefits with tokens on-site at the Welcome Tent.
UPTOWN Vendors Scheduled for
Tuesday
Amanda's Fruit Specialties
Applied Arts Coffee
Buttery Spell
Casa Borrega
Costantini Pasta
Cherry Creek Orchards
Gingerbooch
Honest Foods Company
Indian Springs Farmers Association
Isabel's Tamales and Produce
Johndales Farm
JuiceSEE
Know Dat Grow Dat
Leo's Bread
Mizell Farms
Monica's Okra World
Mycelium Express
NOLA Botanical Tea
Pete & Clara's Seafood
Poché Family Farm
Sassy Cajun Spices
Slicey McSlicer
VEGGI Farmers Cooperative
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Hurricane Beryl makes landfall in Texas as Category 1 storm, hurricane forecasters say
BY MARK SCHLEIFSTEIN
Hurricane Beryl made landfall just before 4 a.m. on Monday near Matagorda, Texas, as a Category 1 hurricane, according to the National Hurricane Center in Miami.
Portions of the middle and upper Texas Gulf Coast and Eastern Texas should expect 5 to 10 inches of heavy rainfall Monday and into the night, according to NHC senior hurricane specialist Jack Beven in a 4 a.m. public advisory. Southeastern Texas is an expected target for life-threatening storm surge, damaging winds and flash and urban flooding.
Beryl is moving north at around 12 mph as of 7 a.m. Monday, hurricane forecasters say. THe storm is expected to turn and travel toward the northeast with an increase in speed Monday and Tuesday. Hurricane forecasters say that the center of Beryl will move over eastern Texas Monday before going through the Lower Mississippi Valley and into the Ohio Vallery on Tuesday and Wednesday.
The hurricane is expected to gradually weaken as it moves inland. Hurricane forecasters predict that the hurricane will turn into a tropical storm later during the day Monday, then become a tropical depression on Tuesday.
Just after 11 p.m. Sunday night, Beryl began strengthening in earnest, and the intensification continued until it hit the Texas coast, Beven said. During landfall, Beryl's top winds reached 80 mph, accompanied by as much as 7 feet of surge in Matagorda Bay. Hurricane-force winds extended outward up to 45 miles from Beryl’s center, and tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 115 miles. A wind gust of 85 mph was reported at a monitoring station in Surfside Beach, Texas.
A few tornadoes may occur Monday night along the upper Texas coast, and several are possible during the day in Louisiana and Arkansas.
Beryl is the first named hurricane of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season. In late May, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration estimated that there would be between 17 to 25 named storms this year. Warm ocean temperatures and the absence of El Nino are the main causes of an above-average hurricane season.
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Central Grocery, famous for muffulettas in the French Quarter, updates reopening plans
Hurricane Ida left a blank slate for the historic market, closed since 2021.
BY IAN MCNULTY
A half muffuletta from Central Grocery, the famous Italian market in the French Quarter.
- Staff photo by Ian McNulty
You build a muffuletta one layer at a time. Bringing back this French Quarter landmark for the city's famous Italian sandwich has been a slow, methodical piece-by-piece process too.
That’s just how bad the damage was after Hurricane Ida in 2021 caused neighboring building to collapse, sending a torrent of bricks crashing down on the Decatur Street market.
Now, though, the end is in sight, signaling a new beginning for a market that’s been in business since 1906. Late summer is now the projected reopening, confirmed Tommy Tusa, one of the family owners.
He said Central Grocery is now working through the city permitting process, and the rebuilding is coming down to final steps and hiring more staff.
“We’re getting really close, and it’s looking real nice,” Tusa said.
The renewed Central Grocery that opens is meant to evoke the old one in many ways, reflecting an important choice made during the rebuild. The scale of damage left a blank slate of four brick walls. There was not even a roof for the first year after Ida.
But instead of rethinking or revamping the old place, the Central Grocery family is bringing it back along the same lines as people remember, complete with the long counter where many a muffuletta has met the world and racks of imported Italian groceries all around.
In the meantime, the Central Grocery muffuletta is actually easier to get than ever, with a network of local retail outlets selling the sandwich and the online service Goldbelly shipping it nationally.
Here’s where to find Central Grocery muffulettas today:
- Sidney’s Wine Cellar, 917 Decatur St.
- Zuppardo’s Family Market, 5010 Veterans Blvd.
- Rouses in the CBD, 701 Baronne St.
- Acquistapace’s in Covington, 125 E. 21st Ave.
- Acquistapace’s in Mandeville, 631 N. Causeway Blvd.
- NORCO Fresh Market, 217 Apple St., Norco
- Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, at Moisant Market (near concourse B, behind security)
Even when Central Grocery reopens, these other retail outlets will continue, Tusa said.
Central Grocery
923 Decatur St., projected reopening late summer 2024
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What does "expedite" mean?
Speed up
expedite Pronunciation: /ˈɛkspɪˌdaɪt/
Definition: To make a process or action happen more quickly or efficiently.
Origin: The word expedite comes from the Latin word "expedire," which means "to set free" or "to make ready." It first appeared in English in the mid-15th century.
Example: The boss asked his assistant to expedite the order so that it would arrive before the deadline.
"Speed up" is a simple way to describe what expedite means. It means to increase the speed or reduce the time needed for a process or action to be completed. When you expedite something, you're trying to make it happen faster, whether it's a shipment, a decision, or a project. This can be done by removing obstacles, simplifying processes, or allocating more resources. Expedited services are commonly offered by shipping companies, government agencies, and airlines. The goal of expediting is to save time and increase efficiency, which can lead to better results and greater satisfaction for all parties involved.
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Glass Recycling Locations
Don't forget, we now have three recycling locations in the neighborhood. And its not just for glass! You can bring paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, and plastics #1 and #2.
All drop off locations are from 11:00 - 2:30 and a friendly Glass Half Full employee will be ready to assist.
Tuesdays: Jazz Museum (Barracks St. Entrance)
Thursdays: Cabrini Park
Sundays: Hisgtoric New Orleans Collection (616 Toulouse)
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Cool Zoo is closed from 1PM - 2PM.
Beat the Heat
Make a Splash at Cool Zoo!
The wet and wild, kid-friendly fun starts with a 750-foot lazy river and continues with a huge alligator water slide, spider monkey soakers, water-spitting snakes and more splash-worthy activities. Best of all, it’s right beside the animals inside Audubon Zoo.
So, bring your little animals to learn more about ours — and stay cool all summer long.
Cool Zoo
Tickets Now on Sale.
Purchase online today!
Plan Your Summer Adventure
- Cool Zoo Operational Schedule - Summer 2024
- Until August 4, 2024 – Open Daily
- August 10, 2024 – September 1, 2024 – Open Weekends Only (Sat. & Sun.)
- September 2, 2024 (Labor Day) – Open for Final Day
Tickets are available for Session 1 and Session 2:
Session 1 : 10AM-1PM
Session 2: 2PM-5PM
*Cool Zoo is closed from 1PM - 2PM.
Last Entry to the Zoo is at 4:30PM
Last ticket sold at 4:00PM
6500 Magazine Street
New Orleans, LA 70118
(504) 861-2537
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In Person
Louisiana Residents Discount Month
July 1 – July 31
BUY TICKETS
During the month of July, Louisiana residents get half off Museum general admission 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.
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Summer Sunset Sampler $19.14
A Taste of Napoleon House Favorites for a Historic Price!
AVAILABLE 3-6 PM / JULY 1 - SEPTEMBER 1
FIRST - Small Lemon-Parmesan Salad
SECOND - A Quarter of our World Famous Warm Muffuletta with side of Jambalaya
THIRD - Classic Bread Pudding with whiskey sauce
500 Chartres Street, French Quarter NOLA / www.napoleonhouse.com
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The 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris are fast approaching, with the opening ceremony set for July 26 and the Olympic flame not extinguished until Aug. 11.
A growing contingent of athletes with LSU and Louisiana ties have qualified or been selected to compete in Paris, with more likely on the way.
As of July 7, there were 30 LSU athletes plus one athlete each from New Orleans and Lafayette who were in the Games, with at least three more LSU athletes expected to qualify. That would far eclipse the 22 LSU athletes who made it to the Tokyo Olympics three years ago.
This list will be updated as more athletes are named to their respective country's contingents for Paris:
LSU, Louisiana athletes qualified for Paris Olympics
Athletics
Amber Anning (400, 4x400 relay), Great Britain
Godson Brume (100, 4x100 relay), Nigeria
Thelma Davies (100, 200), Liberia
Mondo Duplantis (pole vault), Sweden
Tima Godbless (100, 4x100 relay), Nigeria
*JuVaughn Harrison (high jump), USA
Shakeem McKay (4x400 relay), Trinidad and Tobago
Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake (4x100 relay), Great Britain
Vernon Norwood (4x400 relay), USA
Favour Ofili (100, 200, 4x100 relay), Nigeria
Ella Onojuvwevwo (400, 4x400 relay, 4x400 mixed relay)
Sha’Carri Richardson (100 meters, 4x100 relay), USA
Basketball, Men's
Jose Alvarado, Puerto Rico
Duop Reath, Australia
Tremont Waters, Puerto Rico
3x3 Basketball
Hailey Van Lith, USA
Beach volleyball
New Orleans Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado (15) reacts after making a 3-pointer against the Oklahoma City Thunder at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Tuesday, March 26, 2024.
STAFF PHOTO BY SOPHIA GERMER
Kristen Nuss and Taryn Kloth, USA
Diving
Adrian Abadia Garcia (3-meter synchro), Spain
Juan Celaya-Hernandez (3-meter synchro), Mexico
Chiara Pellacani (3-meter springboard and synchro), Italy
Lizzie Cui Roussel (3-meter springboard), New Zealand
Helle Tuxen (3-meter springboard), Norway
Gymnastics
Aleah Finnegan, The Philippines
Swimming
Pavel Alovatki (400 freestyle), Moldova
Brooks Curry (4x200 relay), USA
Jere Hribar (50 free), Croatia
Jovan Lekic (400 free), Bosnia and Herzegovina
Sabrina Lyn (50 free), Jamaica
Maggie Mac Neil (100 butterfly, 4x100 medley relay), Canada
Tennis
Neal Skupski, (men’s doubles) Great Britain
Trampoline
Aliaksei Shostak, USA
* Not officially named to U.S. team as of July 7, but expected to be named
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MONDAY JULY 8
OPEN AT 5:00 PM
JON RONIGER
5:00PM-8:30PM
LES GETREX AND CREOLE COOKIN'
9:00PM-12:00AM
TUESDAY JULY 9
OPEN AT 5:00PM
GISELLE ANGUIZOLA QUARTET
5:30PM-8:30PM
CAITIE B.
& THE HAND ME DOWNS
9:00PM-12:00AM
WEDNESDAY JULY 10
OPEN AT 5:00 PM
CALEB NELSON AND HIS HOT 5
5:30PM-8:30PM
THE QUEEN & FRIENDZ
9:00PM-12:00AM
THURSDAY JULY 11
OPEN AT 5:00 PM
CRISTINA KAMINIS & THE MIX
5:30PM-8:30PM
WOLFE JOHNS BLUES
9:00PM-12:00AM
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Preservation Hall's Summer Residency at the Toulouse Theatre
~ 615 Toulouse Street in the historic Toulouse Theatre
~ Nightly performances
~Preseravation Hall is undergoing infrastructure upgrades to “ensure they are still around for years to come.”
~ concert times shift to:
Monday - Sunday, 5pm and 7:30pm
Tickets here!
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MonJul08
6pm
Secret Six Jazz Band
No Cover
MonJul08
9:00pm-1:00am
The Jump Hounds
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NOLA Jitterbugs
Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans
Tickets
nolajitterbugsfall2023.dancecamps.org/booking.php
Public
Join the award-winning (1st place, baby!) NOLA Jitterbugs for a 6-week series with live music in the last class!
Our live music classes with local musicians and culture bearers, as well as our overall emphasis on music appreciation is what makes our lessons stand out among the rest!
Starts at The Contemporary Arts Center!
6-7pm Intro to Swing
For total beginners to swing dancing or dancing of any kind. Also for those looking to refresh their basics and learn some ragtime dances. We use these pre-swing era dances to teach beginners how to step on rhythm, step on rhythm while connected to another person, how to connect in order to lead or follow, you'll learn to syncopate your footwork, and then we'll slowly start to let go of one hand and create the beginnings of what will eventually be a bad-ass swing out.
7:30-8:30 Lindy Hop Vocab - Intermediate Level
This class is gonna give you some must know moves, some technique, some philosophy, and of course, we'll continue to clarify and polish up your swing outs.
No partner required to take either of these classes. Come alone or with friends!
SIGN UP HERE:
https://nolajitterbugsfall2023.dancecamps.org/booking.php
- 900 Camp St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 528-3805
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1001 Esplanade Avenue
New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 949-0038
Next events:
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SNUG HARBOR
UPCOMING EVENTS
Now 7 Nights per Week Again!
NEW SHOW TIMES:
Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm Nightly
APPEARING:
CHARMAINE NEVILLE BAND
Mon Jul 8 @ 7:30 pm
CHARMAINE NEVILLE BAND
Mon Jul 8 @ 9:30 pm
STEPHANIE NILLES
Tue Jul 9 @ 7:30 pm
STEPHANIE NILLES
Tue Jul 9 @ 9:30 pm
LOCATION:
SNUG HARBOR JAZZ BISTRO
626 Frenchmen St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-949-0696
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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In Person Classes in New Orleans
Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm
"Shimmer" Bellydance Basics
For all levels. Ongoing
$60 per month or $18 drop in.
10 classes, used within 10 wk., $120
At: "The Movement Collective"
3921 St. Claude Ave, (Bywater)
New Orleans
Tamalyn Dallal
Movement Collective - New Orleans
Public
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Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm
Come and dance...
Bring veils, zils, and your hips to do lots of shimmies.
$18 per class, $60 per month
10 classes for $120
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2836 Lasalle Street, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana 70115
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Comedy House New Orleans
The most unique comedy show in New Orleans is The Open Mic From Hell, hosted by Chris Trew (as seen on MTV, Comedy Central, America's Got Talent)
CHNO ( Comedy house New Orleans)
609-610 Fulton St
New Orleans, LA 70130
Mon, July 8
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
(Entry at 7:30 pm)
The Open Mic From Hell is the most unique night of comedy in New Orleans.
Everything about the show is chaotic and unpredictable in the most beautifully hilarious way.
The list of performers? A total mystery.
The jokes they’ll tell? Nobody knows, not even them.
How does it work? Comedians sign-up on the list an hour before showtime. At least 13 names get pulled out of the bucket.
When a name gets pulled they come on stage and make a choice - do they do an entirely new set based on words from the audience, or a special challenge set.
Past challenges have had comics doing their set outside on the street, with noise canceling headphones on, and with a designated heckler in the crowd. We are always adding new, improved, and ridiculous challenges to the show.
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Takin' It to the Streets
Weekly Brass Band events:
Mondays - Big 6 Brass Band at Da Jump Off Lounge (1901 N. Claiborne Ave.) - 9pm
Tuesdays - TBC Brass Band at Maple Leaf Bar (8316 Oak St.) - 9pm
Tuesdays - Sporty's Brass Band at Hi Ho Lounge (2239 St. Claude Ave) - 9pm
Tuesdays - Brass Band at Rabbit Hole (1228 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.) - 10pm
Wednesdays - New Breed Brass Band at Blue Nile (532 Frenchmen St.) - 9:30pm
Thursdays - Brass-A-Holics at Jazz Playhouse (300 Bourbon St.) - 7:30pm
Thursdays - Where Y'At Brass Band at Blue Nile (532 Frenchmen St.) - 9pm
Fridays - Sporty's Brass Band at Brass Hall (1104 Decatur St.) - 9pm
Fridays - Trumpet Slim & Brass Flavor at Blue Nile Balcony Room (532 Frenchmen St.) - 10pm
Saturdays - Marigny Street Brass Band at Blue Nile Balcony Room (532 Frenchmen St.) - 10pm
Saturdays - City of Trees Brass Band at Maison (508 Frenchmen St.) - 10pm
Sundays - Brass Band Sundays at Treme Hideaway (1234 N. Claiborne) - 10pm
Sundays - Street Legends Brass Band at Blue Nile (532 Frenchmen St.) - 10:30pm
Sundays - Hot 8 Brass Band at the Howlin' Wolf (907 S. Peters St) - 10:30pm
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NATIONAL RASPBERRY DAY
June 8 is National Raspberry Day on the National Day Calendar to celebrate the summertime fruit known as the raspberry. This delicious food holiday adds a sweet addition to our menu and taste buds.
Raspberries are one of the most popular berries available for consumption. Their rich beautiful color entice us indulge in them whenever we can. The first bite always delivers a sweet, juicy flavor that encourages us to keep eating them. National Raspberry Day is the perfect day to not only enjoy raspberries, but also learn a few facts and a few new ways to eat them, too.
Red raspberries are native to North America and Asia Minor. Records indicate the people of Troy were gathering them around the time of Christ. Roman Agriculturist Palladius documented the domestication of the red raspberry around the 4th century. Because of this record, Romans are given credit for the spread of cultivation across Europe. However, when settlers came to America, they would learn Native Americans were cultivating and eating raspberries, too. As a nomadic culture, Native American's had been drying berries, including raspberries, to preserve the food source for the winter months.
George Washington is one of the first large cultivators of berries, including raspberry in the U.S. After moving to his Mount Vernon home in 1761, he quickly made large gardens of fruits, berries, and flowers. By 1867, large production farms began growing berries through out the country. Today, red raspberries are one of the leading berries grown in California, Oregon, and Washington. These three states produce nearly 70 million pounds of red raspberries a year.
3 Types of Raspberries
- Red raspberries are considered to be the classic raspberry. They are most commonly found in grocery stores and farmers markets.
- Yellow or gold are sweeter than red raspberries with few seeds. They are less commonly known than the red raspberry, but are available in specific regions in the U.S.
- Black raspberries are tart, yet have a sweetness to them that balances the flavor. The least common raspberry, black raspberries are rare and normally found only with growers.
5 Health Benefits of Raspberries
Raspberries are an extremely healthy fruit. Similar to other fruits, they provide an enormous amount of antioxidants, Vitamin C and E, beta carotene, lutein, and fiber. In fact, raspberries also contains flavonoids, which helps the body fight toxic substances. Eating raspberries:
- Helps with brain function.
- Prevents cardiovascular disease.
- Assists with diabetes management.
- Promotes healthy digestion.
- Protects against eye disease.
Raspberry Picking
We celebrate National Raspberry Day during the best time to pick raspberries. In fact, because the fruit is at it's ripening stage, you will find bushels of plump, juicy raspberries ready for picking. The best time of day to pick raspberries is during the morning when the temperature is a bit cooler. However, you can also pick raspberries when it's cloudy, too.
Raspberries, like all berries are delicate and should be picked carefully. They can become mushy quickly in the heat, which is why cooler temperatures are more favorable for a picking experience. It's also a good idea to check the berries for insects or berry rot before putting them into your bucket (or mouth). Don't forget to rinse them when you get home.
Fresh berries can be eaten in a variety of ways. Many people make raspberries and cream as a refreshing dessert. Others decided to try their hand in fresh raspberry jellies and preserves. You might decide to make a a pie or add them to your ice cream. Unfortunately, a lot of people don't get the opportunity to try a recipe because they accidentally eat all of the raspberries before they return from picking.
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12 Words with Interesting Origins and Histories
English is a language with a long and fascinating history. Many of the words we use today have interesting origins and histories that can be traced back centuries. In this blog post, we will explore 12 such words and the stories behind them.
Avatar
The word avatar comes from the Hindu religion and is used to describe the form taken by a deity when it comes to earth. In the Hindu tradition, gods and goddesses would take on a form that was more accessible to humans, and this form is known as an avatar. Today, the word is used to describe a virtual representation of a person, usually in the form of a profile picture or icon.
Bikini
The word bikini was first used in 1946 to describe the two-piece bathing suit worn by women. The name was inspired by the Bikini Atoll, a group of islands in the South Pacific Ocean that were used for atomic bomb tests. The idea was that the swimsuit was so small and revealing that it was like an atomic bomb explosion.
Quarantine
The word quarantine comes from the Italian phrase quaranta giorni, which translates to “forty days.” This originated in the Middle Ages when ships arriving in port were required to wait forty days before they could dock, in order to prevent the spread of disease. Today, the word is used to describe any period of isolation or restricted movement imposed on individuals or groups.
Hangry
The word hangry is a blend of the words hungry and angry, and it is used to describe the feeling of being so hungry that you become angry and irritable. The term was first used in the early 2000s, and it has since become a popular way to describe an uncomfortable feeling that many of us are all too familiar with.
Boondoggle
The word boondoggle comes from the Dutch word boontjes, which means “beans.” The term was first used in the 1930s to describe wasteful or unnecessary projects, and it has since come to mean any activity that is a waste of time or money.
Gardyloo
The word gardyloo comes from the Scottish phrase “gardez l’eau!” which translates to “watch out for the water!” This phrase was used to warn people of the buckets of waste that were thrown out of windows in the Middle Ages. Today, the word is used to describe anything that is messy or chaotic.
Robot
The word robot comes from the Czech word robota, which means “forced labor.” The term was first used in the 1920s to describe machines that could do the work of humans. Today, robots are used in a variety of industries, from manufacturing to healthcare.
Pancake
The word pancake comes from the Middle English word panche, which means “flat cake.” Pancakes have been around for centuries, and the oldest known recipe dates back to the 15th century. Today, pancakes are a popular breakfast food in many parts of the world.
Flibbertigibbet
The word flibbertigibbet comes from the Old English word fleahgebited, which means “a talkative or flighty person.” The term was first used in the 16th century to describe someone who was overly talkative or scatterbrained. Today, it is used to refer to someone who is chatty and unable to focus.
Catastrophe
The word catastrophe comes from the Greek word katastrophē, which means “overturning” or “downfall.” The term was first used in the 17th century to describe a sudden
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July 8th Celebrated History
1889
The first issue of The Wall Street Journal is published by Charles Henry Dow.
1948
During World War II, the first recruits, including female pilots, were accepted into the United States Air Force program called Women in the Air Force (WAF).
2011
The Space Shuttle Atlantis begins the final mission of the U.S. shuttle program.
July 8th Celebrated Birthdays
Eli Lilly - 1838
In 1876, the American soldier, chemist and businessman founded Eli Lilly and Company. During the American Civil War. He was known for his philanthropic and preservation interests.
Nelson Rockefeller - 1908
While the son of John Rockefeller campaigned to be President of the United States in 1968, he never earned the Republican nomination. However, in 1974, President Gerald Ford nominated Rockefeller as his vice president.
Elisabeth Kubler-Ross - 1926
The pioneering psychiatrist is known for establishing the theory on the five stages of grief.
Anjelica Huston - 1951
Best known for her role as Morticia Addams on The Adams Family, the American actress and director is also known for her roles in Prizzi's Honor and The Grifters.
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New Orleans Uncovered
Derby Gisclair
1920: The Rex Shoe Factory and Stores
The Rex Shoe Factory was owned and operated by Benjamin Rosenberg & Sons (being Ephraim Rosenberg and Abraham Rosenberg) and was located at 211 – 218 Decatur Street in 1901 but in 1906 had relocated to the four-story brick building shown here at 1001 – 1005 Bienville Street on the corner of Burgundy Street. Abraham also purchased the building at 209 Decatur Street just two doors down from one of their stores at 215 Decatur to use as a warehouse.
The factory supported their retail chain of stores under both the Rex Shoe Store name and as B. Rosenberg & Sons, the first located at 304 St. Charles Avenue and another at the corner of Royal and Iberville Streets. Their 1925 advertisements read “From Maker to Wearer Prices” featuring their all-leather men’s “Gladiator” model for $5.00 and their “Rex” model for $7.00 (today about $84 and $115 respectively). Their products were also available in fifty-three retail locations across New Orleans.
The three images below show some of the various stages of production from grading and sorting the leather, cutting, stitching, polishing, and so on from the factory to the retail stores.
The building was purchased for $16,000 (about $336,000 today) in 1938 by two unnamed investors. The property is currently a mini-storage facility. The last remaining operation of B. Rosenberg & Sons at 215 Decatur is now an apartment/condominium building.
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Louisiana State Archives
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The #LouisianaStateArchives is excited to announce our highly anticipated new exhibition, “America’s Last Fair: The 1984 Louisiana World Exposition”, opening Monday, March 4, and on display through Friday, December 13, 2024.
The exhibition showcases the creative engineering and artistic talent of countless Louisianans who entertained visitors from May 12-November 12, 1984. We look forward to sharing memories from the ‘84 Expo with you, so mark your calendars for a date with the Archives! #americaslastfair #worldsfairs #neworleanshistory #seymoredfair
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Monet New Orleans Location
Scottish Rite Temple
619 Carondelet St # 621, New Orleans, LA, United States. 70130
⭐ Monet: The Immersive Experience is a 360º digital art exhibition that invites you to step into the world of the French painter Claude Monet, one of the greatest artistic geniuses of the nineteenth century.
🚨 We’re open! Get your tickets now! 🚨
🎁 Treat your friends and family to a gift card, click here 🎁
Tickets for Monet: The Immersive Experience in New Orleans
🎫 Standard Admission - includes entry to the experience
- Adult (13+)
- Child (4-12)
- Senior (65+), Student (13-26), or Military - valid ID required
- Family Bundle (min. 4 tickets, of which max. 2 adults)
- Group Bundle (min. 8 tickets)
🎫 VIP Admission - includes entry to the experience plus entry to the VR experience* with skip-the-line + a poster
- VIP Adult (13+)
- VIP Child (4-12)
*For Standard Admission only ticket holders, entry to the VR experience can be purchased separately on-site
Add-ons:
↪️ Make Your Tickets Flex - upgrade to Flex and go to the experience at any time on your selected date (add one Flex ticket per guest)
🛍️ Add-on Merchandise Bundle - includes Monet playing cards, pencil case tin, and a keychain
📷 Add-on Photo Opportunity - includes a photo in our green screen where you will be able to choose between several Monet-themed backgrounds
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KERMITS TREME MOTHER IN LAW LOUNGE!!!!!!
Call more information text 504-435-8763 ”
- 1500 N Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 814-1819
Trumpeter Kermit Ruffins announced he was cutting back the hours at his music club and barroom at 1500 North Claiborne Avenue.
Kermit's Treme Mother-in-Law Lounge will, until further notice, only be open to the public two days a week.
The Mother-in-Law Lounge will open Tuesdays at 4 p.m. ahead of trumpeter Irvin Mayfield's weekly performance from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The club will then go dark until Saturdays, when doors open at 6 from Ruffins' weekly gig from 8 to 10 p.m.
Otherwise, the Mother-in-Law Lounge will only be active for private events.
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In Person
Stage Door Idol Preliminary Round 1
July 9 | 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
BUY TICKETS
Join us in BB's Stage Door Canteen as talented singers vie to become the next Stage Door Idol! Cheer on these talented performers and see who makes it to the final round for a chance to win $2,000 and the title of Stage Door Idol 2024. All preliminary rounds are open seating. Round 2 will be Tuesday, July 16.
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Charlie's Steak House
Location
4510 Dryades St
New Orleans, LA
70115
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Jackie Clarkson Funeral Arrangements
An ecumenical funeral service will be held at St. Louis Cathedral, 615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA at 2pm on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Visitation will be held at the WWII Museum, Freedom Pavilion (Red Door Firehouse Entrance at1043 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA) on Monday, July 8th, 2024, from 4pm-7pm. Parking garage is located at 1024 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA. Visitors will be subject to security screening. Interment will be held privately. Professional services entrusted to Mothe Funeral Homes (mothefunerals.com).
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(504) 733-2248
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TUESDAYS JUST GOT BETTER!
Nurses & First Responders, get 50% OFF your meal!
Dine in, show ID, save big!
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Jefferson Parish
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You're invited to witness construction of a first-of-its-kind project — a living shoreline constructed in front of a federal storm protection system and between two recreation areas: Bucktown Harbor Park & Marina and the Bonnabel Boat Launch
On July 9 at 2:30 p.m., marsh building at the Bucktown Living Shoreline Project will be in full swing, with a dredge pumping sediment from the bottom of Lake Pontchartrain through a pipe to the project site. The sediment will be used to build approximately 20 acres of intertidal marsh. Parish employees and the project team will be available to answer questions. We hope to see you there!
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7 PM
Latin Night at Rock n Bowl
Mid-City Lanes Rock n Bowl
3000 S. CARROLTON AVE
New Orleans, LA 70118
Tickets
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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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Orleans Parish Appreciation Days 2024 On the second Wednesday of the month Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Zoo. On the third Wednesday of the month Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Insectarium. On the fourth Wednesday of the month Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Aquarium. *Program shifts up a week to account for Thanksgiving & Christmas break
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Heart Failure Support Group
Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with heart failure? Our support group community is open to patients, family members, friends, and caregivers. We offer education, resources, and emotional support.
Join us at our next meeting on Wednesday, July 10, from 4-5 pm at East Jefferson General Hospital in Esplanade 2 of the Conference Center for this free support group.
Upcoming Dates
Wednesday, July 10
Wednesday, September 11
Wednesday, November 13
Time
4 - 5 pm
Location
East Jefferson General Hospital 1st Floor Conference Center - Esplanade 2
Questions? Call our group facilitators at 504.503.6949
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2 PM – 7 PM
Lafreniere Park Farmers Arts Market
3000 Downs Blvd,
Metairie, LA 70003-3957,
United States
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New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle, City Park,
New Orleans, LA 70179
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MUSEUM
10 am–5 pm, Tuesday–Sunday*
BESTHOFF SCULPTURE GARDEN
10 am–6 pm, Seven Days a Week
CAFE NOMA
10 am–4 pm, Tuesday–Sunday, and Private Events
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The Basin Lakeview
152 W Harrison Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana 70124
Duration: 5 hr 45 min
Public
Join us for the best steaks in town! Our cast iron seared 8oz filet includes a garden salad and your choice of:
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Scalloped Potatoes
Creamed Spinach
Green Beans with Bacon
French Bread Medallions
Upgrade to the Caribbean Surf n Turf: a lobster tail and 8oz filet combo with salad, garlic mashed potatoes, and creamy spinach.
Enjoy half off wine bottles every Wednesday from 6pm to midnight!
Dine-in only
Wed, Jul 10
6:00 PM - 11:45 PM
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1 PM – 5 PM
German Coast
Farmers Market-
Westbank Bridge Park
13825 River Rd, Luling, LA 70070-6219, United States
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Did you know...
Every Wednesday, we have "SENIOR CITIZENS DAY" for our 65+ year-old shoppers!
And we just increased that special weekly discount from 5% to 10% off your total grocery bill. Some restrictions do apply - such as this discount can not be combined with other discounts and it excludes the purchase of alcohol, tobacco and gift cards.
Today and every Wednesday shop at Langenstein's to get that extra discount for our seniors.
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An Old Fashioned Summertime Concert
St. Matthew's United Methodist Church
Free
Thu, Jul 11
7:00pm - 8:30pm
Summer often evokes memories of the old town band filling the air with lively tunes under the gazebo at the town square.
This year, we invite you to relive those cherished concerts in a new, comfortable setting. Join us for a free, fun-filled concert in the cool Fellowship Hall of St. Matthews United Methodist Church in Metairie.
Enjoy a delightful mix of music, featuring classic marches, beloved American folk songs, hits from Broadway's "South Pacific," and iconic tunes by the Blues Brothers!
Mark your calendars for Thursday, July 11, and come experience a heartwarming journey down memory lane. Bring the whole family for an evening of music, nostalgia, and joy!
Parking outside the Fellowship Hall on Sandra Avenue. See you there!
St. Matthew's United Methodist Church
6017 Camphor St., Metairie, LA 70003, USA
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- Comedy club
- 609 Fulton St, New Orleans, LA 70130-1612, United States, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 444-9553
Thu, July 11
9:00 pm - 10:15 pm
(Entry at 8:00 pm
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He started Paw Paw’s Donuts in 2021 with a doughnut giveaway outside the Hey! Café coffee shop on the Lafitte Greenway after Hurricane Ida. It has since made a name at events and pop-ups and for its Carnival time king cakes.
Find Paw Paw’s Donuts at 619 Pink St. Thursday through Sunday, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Paw Paw’s Donuts continues its Sunday appearances at the Crescent City Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon at Tad Gormley Stadium (Marconi at Navarre).
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FREE Admission to the Ogden Museum of Art for La. Residents
10:00 am
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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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Adults Only • After Hours • Live DJ
Every other Friday Night starting June 28
6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
TICKETS:
Tickets sold through Eventbrite
General Admission: $30 per person.
VIP Tickets: $50 per person.
EVENT DATES & THEMES:
July 12 - 80s Night
July 26 - Yacht Rock Night
August 9 - R&B Night
August 23 - Bey/Tay Pop Night
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Swirl Wine Bar & Market
3143 Ponce de Leon Street
New Orleans, LA 7
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ANTHONY BEAN THEATER PRESENTS,
GRANDMA, GRANDPA & SUNDAY MORNING
Over 70 talented youth performers from the New Orleans area
PERFORMANCE DATES
July 12, 13 & 14
Friday - Saturday at 8 pm
Sunday matinees: 3 pm
WHERE
Millie Charles Auditorium
Southern University at New Orleans
6800 Press Dr. New Orleans, LA 70126
TICKETS
Call ABCT's Box Office for reservations: (504) 862-PLAY
Or order anytime online: anthonybeantheater.com
PRICES
$15.00 Adults & $12.00 for Students 14 & Under
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TODAY AT 11 PM – 2 AM
Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers
Blue Nile
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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 & 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? Contact your local public television station for air dates. For a limited time, see new episodes with WYES Passport.
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Arts Market New Orleans
Our next arts market will take place under the oak trees in @neworleanscitypark on July 13th, directly across from @cafedumonde.
During the months of July and August, our market hours are 9 am - 3 pm. A free drum workshop for kids will be provided by @majekfingers from 10:30 am - 11:30 am.
Come out and support local artists and businesses during these slow summer months. Your presence and support makes a difference!
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Dominic Massa
We're happy to bring a piece of the past back to WYES . GREAT CHEFS OF NEW ORLEANS, the vintage TV series that began WYES’ legacy of award-winning nationally broadcast cooking shows, returns to the station – 40 years after its debut. Tune in Saturdays at 1pm. The original 26 episodes of GREAT CHEFS OF NEW ORLEANS will air on WYES, followed by other episodes of the multi-part series every Saturday.
Thanks to executive producer John Shoup for sharing the series (produced and directed by the late John Beyer) with us. It begins Saturday in the kitchen of the legendary Chef Warren Leruth, and you'll see many other local icons below in the weeks to come. For all the episodes, the distinctive voices of Mary Lou Conroy and Andres Calandria narrate, with original music from the Charlie Byrd Trio, the Dukes of Dixieland and Banu Gibson. LeRuth’s Gourmet Foods Andreas Preuss Marc Preuss Frank G Wong
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NORTHERN ITALIAN HOTSPOT OSTERIA LUPO TO LAUNCH WEEKEND BRUNCH
Enjoy specialty dishes and handcrafted cocktails on Saturdays & Sundays, 11AM - 3PM
Since opening its doors in Spring 2023, Osteria Lupo — Uptown’s Northern Italian restaurant from co-owners Chef Brian Burns and Reno De Ranieri – has become the perfect perch for sophisticated, yet approachable dining and/or cocktails with friends. Just in time for the Summer season, the restaurant is thrilled to announce weekend brunch starting on Saturday, Available every Saturday and Sunday from 11AM - 3PM, visitors will enjoy new Italian-inspired dishes, signature favorites, and specialty cocktails.
Osteria Lupo's brunch will offer a curated selection of dishes to provide a unique and memorable dining experience without breaking the bank. Main brunch plates feature unique options like the Lupo Frittata with Pesto Trapanese, pea tendrils, and provolone piccante; Eggs in Purgatory with arrabbiata, grilled focaccia, and ricotta salad; Grilled Hanger Steak and Eggs with crispy potatoes and salsa verde; Royal Red Shrimp with parmesan polenta, Calabrian chili butter, with a poached egg; Pane Perduto with rose water berries and lemon curd; Lupo Breakfast Sandwich - brioche, Italian sausage, fontina, and an egg; and a Tuna Sandwich - focaccia, soft herbs, and pickled pepper aioli.
Diners can still enjoy Osteria's signature antipasti, pastas, and pizzas. The brunch menu will include the Summer Melon Salad with prosciutto and herbed honey; Burrata con Panna with pistachio, aged balsamic, and grilled focaccia; Bucatini Carbonara with guanciale, pecorino, a poached egg, and bottarga; Radiatori with Louisiana blue crab, basil, and parmesan; Spicy Rigatoni alla Vodka with crispy garlic and Calabrian chili; Pizza Bianca with guanciale, potato, and a sunny egg; and 24-Month Prosciutto di San Danielle Pizza - fior di latte and basil.
No brunch is complete without a selection of handcrafted cocktails. Brunch libations include Hieronymus — pear, hibiscus, lavender, and prosecco; Bloody Mary — house bloody mary and Titos; La Mola — cimarron blanco tequila, Aperol, citrus, and bitters; Matralia —red wine, amaro, and cola; and an Espresso Martini with espresso, Borghetti, and Meletti amaro.
Weekend brunch will take place every Saturday and Sunday from 11AM - 3PM, starting on Saturday, June 1st. Osteria Lupo is located at 4609 Magazine Street. For additional information, please visit www.osterialupo.com or by calling (504) 273-1268. Reservations can be made on Resy.
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Join us every Saturday,
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for over 80 local artisan vendors, including produce, prepared foods, jewelry, art, crafts, plants, music and more!
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Celebrate Bastille Day
When: Saturday, July 13th 2024, 5PM – 9PM
Where: 3100 block Ponce de Leon, between North Lopez St and Esplanade Ave, New Orleans
Feeling French? Celebrate Bastille Day in the neighborhood of French Creole aristocracy! The 2024, 17th Annual Faubourg St. John Merchant's Bastille Day Block Party will be on Saturday, July 13th , 2024, between 5 PM and 9 PM. Neighborhood merchants will have food and beverages for sale and there will be an arts market. Get you costumes out for the costume contest! Prizes for the best Marie Antoinette or Napoleon costume. The Costume contest will take place early, around 5:30 PM.
Bring your dancing shoes, chairs, your friends and relatives! There will be live music between 5 PM and 9 PM.
Pardon My French will provide lively French tunes and Cynthia Scott will sing her stirring rendition of “La Marseillaise” at 5:30.
Participants include: Cafe Degas, Faubourg St. John Neighborhood Association, French American Chamber of Commerce Gulf Coast Chapter, Le Ponce, Pal’s Lounge, , Swirl Wines and Special Food Truck guests.
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Gretna Farmer’s Market
Event Date:
Saturday 13
from 8:30 am - 12:30 am
Gretna Market
301 Huey P Long Ave
Gretna, LA 70053
| Enjoy fresh local produce and crafts at the Gretna Farmers Market, every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, rain or shine, under the covered Gretna Market Building, Huey P. Long Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets in historic downtown Gretna. | |
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Date:
July 13-14, 2024
Location:
The Exchange Pickleball + Bar 2120 Rousseau Street New Orleans, LA 70130
Event Format:
– This event is open to all skill levels as we will set matches based on skill level, then age.
– Select the appropriate Skill Rating during registration so we can match play accordingly.
– Exact format is dictated by attendance with expectations having Round-Robin match play followed by bracket play for all participants.
– Championship brackets will include awards for participants finishing 1st-3rd within their division.
– No partner? Please indicate “need” for your preferred partner during the registration process and we will make every attempt to find a partner for you.
– Complete schedule/draw will be released the Wednesday prior to the start of the event with registration closing on that Tuesday.
Event Policies:
All participants must wear court approved shoes. There are no refunds once registration has been submitted. Please review the terms & conditions link to view available credit policies. This is an indoor event.
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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
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Pups & Pints at Chafunkta Brewing Co.
- Recurring Recurring weekly on Sunday
- Time: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- Price: Free
- Chafunkta Brewing Company
- 69123 Skybrook Rd., Mandeville, LA 70471
- (985) 869-0716
Make your Sunday a true FUNDAY with Chafunkta Brewery's "Pups and Pints," every Sunday! Bring your dog to the brewery on Sundays and your second pint is free. Don't have a pup or can't bring one? That's OK, as 10% of ALL SALES will go to the Northshore Humane Society.
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I’m having a great time with my summer concert series at the Deutches Haus, on the first Tuesday and the third Wednesday of July and August. Some of my musical friends will be joining me, and are listed below. There’s free safe parking, great beer, excellent food, free music in a listening room (tips are welcome), and a strong AC. Here’s the line up:
WEDNESDAY 7/17, 7 to 9
DEUTSCHES HAUS, 1700 MOSS
John Rankin and Paul Sanchez.
The master storyteller/songwriter and my good friend joins me for an evening of tales and tunes.
TUESDAY 8/6, 7 to 9
DEUTSCHES HAUS, 1700 MOSS
John Rankin and Clarence Johnson III.
CJ plays the sax like most people talk, effortlessly and always listening. Always. A local treasure!
WEDNESDAY 8/21, 7 to 9
DEUTSCHES HAUS, 1700 MOSS
The New Orleans Guitar Masters with John Rankin, Cranston Clements, and Jimmy Robinson.
This might be a little loud, but this unique and dynamic guitar trio rated a review in Rolling Stone as one of the Best of Fest.
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2024 Full Moon schedule
(all times Eastern)
- July 21 — 6:17 a.m. — Buck Moon
- Aug. 19 — 2:26 p.m. — Sturgeon Moon
- Sept. 17 — 10:34 p.m. — Corn Moon
- Oct. 17 — 7:26 a.m. — Hunter’s Moon
- Nov. 15 — 4:28 p.m. — Beaver Moon
- Dec. 15 — 4:02 a.m. Cold Moon
For instance, almost every month’s Full Moon boasts a name sourced from Native American, Colonial American, or other North American traditions, with their titles mirroring seasonal shifts and nature’s events.
Strawberry Moon (June): Marks the prime strawberry harvest season.
Buck Moon (July): Recognizing the new antlers on bucks.
Sturgeon Moon (August): Named after the abundant sturgeon fish.
Corn Moon (September): Signifying the corn harvesting period.
Hunter’s Moon (October): Commemorating the hunting season preceding winter.
Beaver Moon (November): Reflects the time when beavers are busy building their winter dams.
Cold Moon (December): Evocative of winter’s chill.
In addition, there are a few additional names for Full Moons that commonly make their way into public conversations and news.
Super Moon: This term is reserved for a Full Moon that aligns with the lunar perigee, which is the Moon’s nearest point to Earth in its orbit. This proximity renders the Full Moon unusually large and luminous. For a Full Moon to earn the Super Moon tag, it should be within approximately 90 percent of its closest distance to Earth.
Blue Moon: A Blue Moon is the second Full Moon in a month that experiences two Full Moons. This phenomenon graces our skies roughly every 2.7 years. Though the term suggests a color, Blue Moons aren’t truly blue. Very occasionally, atmospheric conditions such as recent volcanic eruptions might lend the Moon a slightly blueish tint, but this hue isn’t tied to the term.
Harvest Moon: Occurring closest to the autumnal equinox, typically in September, the Harvest Moon is often renowned for a distinct orange tint it might display. This Full Moon rises close to sunset and sets near sunrise, providing extended hours of bright moonlight. Historically, this was invaluable to farmers gathering their produce.
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Mark your calendars for Sunday, July 21st, 2024 at 2:00 PM for this Coming to America Lecture.
Join us and listen as Burke Bischoff will present "The Familial History of a German Dairy Farm in Gretna."
The city of Gretna on the Westbank, originally founded as the village of Mechanikham in 1836, served as a home for many German immigrants throughout its history. While a good number of them lived as skilled mechanical workers, some became farmers. This is the story of one family that had developed its own dairy business in 1900 and has kept its roots in Gretna to this day.
Doors open at 1:00 PM. This event is FREE and open to the public. Ample parking is available at the rear of the building. Enjoy delicious German food, tasty beers and a full bar.
Prost!
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NOLA GOLD is hosting our first playoff match on July 21 at 5:30 PM.
Sign up for email and text notifications to stay updated on our general public playoff ticket drop, going live on Monday, July 1.
Prices will increase on July 4, be sure to get your tickets
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New Orleans Jazz Club 7-28
JAZZ, JAZZ, JAZZ... we're back this Sunday, for some great Jazz from fantastic musicians at Mo's Chalet from 2:00 to 6:00 pm. It's an open Jam Session to Trad Jazz musicians and those who love the music which is FREE and open to the public. NOTICE to musicians...all musicians are welcome to play whether you're a regular or new to the Club. Keyboards and drums are provided so bring your ax and sign in and you'll be assigned 1 of 4 sets to perform in. Mo's provides a safe and welcoming environment for an afternoon of New Orleans Jazz. Bring your family and friends to create your own Jazz party where outside food is OK with a cash bar hosted by Sandy, Metairie's finest plus join in on our 50/50 cash drawing. Become a member and be a part of New Orleans music history by supporting America's oldest Jazz Club which was started in 1948. The NOJC Jam Session's are held on the last Sunday of the month from 2:00 to 6:00 pm.
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- 2024 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.
- Gates Open - 5:00pm
- Performances - 6:00-8:00pm
- Thursdays at Twilight is sponsored by
- the Louis and Virginia Clemente Foundation, Inc. with support from WWNO 89.9 FM.
2024 SCHEDULE
- August 1 | Philip Melancon
- $15.00
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- August 8 | Bon Operatit!
- $15.00
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- August 15 | Audrey LeCrone & the Crawzaddies
- $15.00
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- August 22 | The Pfister Sisters
- $15.00
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- September 5 | Walrus & Electric Yat Quartet
- $15.00
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- September 12 | Pardon My French
- $15.00
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- September 19 | John Boutte
- $15.00
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- September 26 | The Yat Pack
- $15.00
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- October 3 | Bruce Daigrepont
- $15.00
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LSU Athletics is proud to announce its year-long celebration of 100 Years in Tiger Stadium, highlighted by stadium upgrades, events, storytelling initiatives, and a season-long celebration throughout the 2024 campaign.
Tiger Stadium, one of America’s most iconic sporting venues, first opened its gates on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 1924. Since then, the Tigers have won 450 contests in Death Valley, which has been home to two Heisman Trophy winners, four national championship teams, and 12 SEC title-winning squads.
Included in the celebration are several upgrades to Tiger Stadium, including a new videoboard and lighting system, as well as other upgrades designed to enhance the game day experience. Other events and celebrations will be announced throughout the year.
The 2024 home schedule features several marquee matchups, including home contests against Oklahoma, UCLA, and Alabama. Information on the full 2024 schedule and season tickets will be announced in the coming weeks.
One of the most legendary stadiums in all of college football, Tiger Stadium has been called “the best place in the world to watch a sporting event” by ESPN and “the pound-for-pound king of noise in college football.”
Entering its centennial season in 2024, Tiger Stadium has been a cornerstone of LSU Athletics and the Louisiana community for almost a century, hosting numerous NFL superstars, Heisman Trophy winners, and Hall of Famers since its opening in 1924. It serves as a sporting, cultural, and commercial hub for LSU Athletics, which contributes an estimated $500 million of economic activity for the state of Louisiana annually.
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By Jeff Nowak, WWL Radio Sports
Another big piece of the Saints 2024 schedule has officially been finalized, with dates and times established for each of the Saints' three preseason games.
The team will have its first two preseason games out west due to their training camp being held in Irvine, California.
Here's how the slate shapes up:
- P1, Aug. 10 (Saturday): Saints at Arizona Cardinals, 7 p.m. (FOX/Gray TV)
- P2, Aug. 18: Saints at San Francisco 49ers, 7 p.m. (FOX)
- P3, Aug. 25: Tennessee Titans at Saints, 1 p.m. (FOX/Gray TV)
The Saints preseason opponents were announced with the rest of the 2024 schedule earlier in May, but exact dates and times for two of the matchups were left TBD. As is typical with the preseason, start times and days are all over the map. The Saints will kick off their preseason slate with a Saturday night game, and also start an hour later than a typical Sunday kick in the finale, hosted at the Caesars Superdome.
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The Saints also add another nationally televised game to their 2024 slate, with the Aug. 18 showdown against the 49ers being beamed to a national audience.
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Here’s the Saints’ full 2024 schedule in list format
Preseason
Week 1: at Arizona Cardinals, Aug.8-11 TBD
Week 2: at San Francisco 49ers, Aug. 18 at 7 p.m.
Week 3: vs Tennessee Titans, TBD, TBD
Regular season
Week 1: vs Carolina Panthers, noon, Sunday, Sept. 8 (FOX)
Week 2: at Dallas Cowboys, noon, Sunday, Sept. 15 (FOX)
Week 3: vs Philadelphia Eagles, noon, Sunday, Sept. 22 (FOX)
Week 4: at Atlanta Falcons, noon, Sunday, Sept. 29 (FOX)
Week 5: at Kansas City Chiefs (Monday Night Football), 7:15 p.m., Monday, Oct. 7 (ESPN)
Week 6: vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers, noon, Sunday, Oct. 13 (FOX)
Week 7: vs Denver Broncos (Thursday Night Football), 7:15 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 17 (Amazon)
Week 8: at Los Angeles Chargers, 3:05 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 27 (FOX)
Week 9: at Carolina Panthers, noon, Sunday, Nov. 3 (CBS)
Week 10: vs. Atlanta Falcons, noon, Sunday, Nov. 10 (FOX)
Week 11: vs. Cleveland Browns, noon, Sunday, Nov. 17 (FOX)
Week 12: BYE
Week 13: vs. Los Angeles Rams, 3:05 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 1 (FOX)
Week 14: at New York Giants, noon, Sunday, Dec. 8 (FOX)
Week 15: vs. Washington Commanders, noon, Dec. 15 (FOX)
Week 16: at Green Bay Packers (Monday Night Football), 7:15 p.m., Monday, Dec. 23 (ESPN)
Week 17: vs. Las Vegas Raiders, noon, Sunday, Dec. 29 (FOX)
Week 18: at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, TBD, Saturday or Sunday, Jan. 4-5. (TBD)
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Fair Grounds Race Course and Slots
Quarter Horse Racing has returned!
We are so excited about the return of Quarter Horse racing to the Fair Grounds. Racing will begin August 15 and conclude on September 14. Join us on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays beginning at 12PM!
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NFL on FOX
WE GOT NEXT.
See you in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX on FOX
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Love New Orleans &
She'll Love You Back.
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.Sincerely,
Frank Stansbury
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