The festival transforms its grounds into a Renaissance-era English village with performers and staff in period costumes. There's entertainment, special shows, educational demonstrations, arts and crafts and more. Each week has a theme, such as "heroes & pirates" and "Celtic weekend." Weekend camping is available. Admission to be determined. 9:45 a.m.-dusk..
Mask Weekend is less than a week after Halloween -- why not trot out that costume or mask for one more event! Many of our villagers and nobles wear masks on this special weekend -- from leather ones similar to those sold in our shops, to masks face-painted on. Of course, you are always welcome to either dress up, or come as you would to any outdoor event. (Remember, our RenFest is a family-friendly event. Please dress appropriately.) Come to our daily costume contest (3 p.m., Queen Stage) and show us your take on Mask Weekend!
BATON ROUGE & TEXAS get onto I-10 East, past Baton Rouge take I-12 East, get off at Exit #42
NEW ORLEANS, and JACKSON MS, take I-55 then I-12 East to Exit #42
GULF COAST: MS, ALABAMA, & FLORIDA: I-10 West, In Louisiana take I-12, then Exit #42
Everyone:
Once on I-12 take Exit #42 (just east of Hammond, Louisiana)
Turn north toward McDonald's (on Airport Road / Hwy 3158).
Go two miles, past McDonald's (straight through the traffic circle). Road ends at the airport,
Take a right onto Hwy 190, go two miles.
(There is a turn lane at the school.) Take a left onto River Road (Hwy 1064).
Go about two miles, Entrance to festival parking is on the right (There are SIGNs).
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WHO DAT! If you're one of the lucky New Orleanians headed to the Mercedez-Benz Superdome for this Sunday's New Orleans Saints versus Los Angeles Rams, please stop by Mr. Benson's Corner Office, a re-creation of his office, exactly as he left it. New at this game, fans will have a chance to view WYES-TV's documentary on the incredible life of Mr. Benson on the monitors surrounding his office. Then take a walk over to the new Saints Pro Shop to purchase the documentary for $19.95. Mrs. Benson is graciously donating all proceeds from sales of the documentary to WYES, New Orleans' premier public television station.
Unable to make it to the Superdome. Mr. Benson fans can still purchase the DVD online at the WYES Store.
Come Join us at The Pontchartrain Center next weekend, Nov 2, 3, & 4, where you will find the latest in style, design, and quality at the lowest prices available.
Show hours: Sun 10 till 4
(You may always register at the show and you may bring one guest with you at no charge, all other guests pay retail admission)
Retail shoppers pay only $5 for the entire weekend. Print out, or show us the coupon below on your smart phone and you will receive a discount off your weekend admission.
Holly Daze Christmas Market���� Lots of Holiday Gifts ~ Homemade Fudge · Jewelry - Candles · Etched Glass · Designer Children's & Women Clothing · Furniture · Kids Hair Bows · Home Decor · Artwork · Soaps · Yard Art · Christmas Decorations & Ornaments · Paintings · Dip & Spice Mixes & SO MUCH MORE!
NOVEMBER 3-4 Pontchartrain Center, Kenner, LA ADMISSION $3 · Kids 12 and under are FREE! For information contact Sundra at 985-966-7863. Pontchartrain Center4545 Williams Blvd. Kenner, LA 70065United States
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Weeki Wachee Mermaids are Back at Audubon Aquarium of the Americas
November 4 and November 8 - November 11
The world-famous Weeki Wachee mermaids will splash into Audubon Aquarium of the Americas.
From 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on each of the eight days, mermaids and pirates will dive beneath the surface of the Great Maya Reef, which is home to stingrays and tropical fish. Each day will kick off with a pirate dive. Guests can also meet a mermaid up-close and have photos taken near the second floor Stingray touchpool as well as enjoy many different new activities.
Located 45 minutes north of Tampa, Weeki Wachee Springs State Park is one of Florida's oldest roadside attractions, and is home to the world famous mermaids. These legendary sirens have been entertaining audiences worldwide since 1947. For more information, visit www.weekiwachee.com
Sundays don't get any better than this in New Orleans! Locals & visitors can rediscover a beloved tradition at The Maison Dupuy, one of the great Sunday Brunch originals, and a dining gem in a setting unsurpassed for delicious local food creations by Chef Matt Regan along with superb service and featuring some of New Orleans best musicians!
Sunday Brunch is served from 10:30 am to 2 pm. For reservations please call 504-648-6113.
The Maison Dupuy offers two charming venues for the three-course Sunday Champagne Jazz Brunch -- the casual Bistreaux Restaurant featuring murals of famed artist Toulouse Lautrec's Paris scenes and floor to ceiling windows and the picturesque Courtyard, one of the best outdoor settings in the French Quarter.
10AM-3:30PM FREE! @The New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old US Mint (400 Esplanade Ave)
Community activities and educational programs. An interactive accordion petting zoo will be set up in the building throughout the day for the "accordion curious" to check out.
SUNDAY, NOV 4: 10AM-10:45AM REPAIR WORKSHOP: WHAT EVERY GIGGING ACCORDIONIST SHOULD KNOW
David Symons, member of the festival steering committee and owner of the Biq Squeezy Accordion Shop will lead a discussion on tips and tricks that can get you out of a pinch when on the road with your accordion.
SUNDAY, NOV 4: 11AM-11:45AM A BRIEF HISTORY OF THE ACCORDION
A brief history of the accordion and its many variations.
SUNDAY, NOV 4: 12:30PM-2:30PM FILM SCREENING OF "ACCORDIONS RISING" (2015)
The New Orleans Accordion Festival is excited to host a screening of feature-length documentary "Accordions Rising" about the re-surging interest in accordion music in the last 30-40 years. According to the filmmaker Roberta Cantow of Buffalo Rose Productions, "Though many continue to see the accordion as the stodgy instrument of a bygone era - and accordion jokes abound - it is time to set the record straight!" (accordionsrising.com/). Her documentary captures the versatility of the accordion from New York to Louisiana to explore the instrument's role in our current culture. New Orleans' own Bruce Sunpie Barnes is featured in an interview. The film also has conversations with accordion greats such as Guy Klucevsek and Pauline Oliveros. Learn More ->
SUNDAY, NOV 4: 2:30PM-3:30PM CLOSING ALL-INCLUSIVE JAM SESSION
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2018 BRUCE DAIGREPONT3:00 PM THE CHEE WEEZ5:00 PM
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2018 MARIGNY AND THE VITAL SIGNS1:00 PM ROCKIN' DOPSIE JR.6:00 PM
WHAT DOES IT COST TO ATTEND?
Admission is free! You only need to worry about purchasing food and beverages to keep it that way. No outside food/beverage is allowed. Food and beverages can be purchased with tickets that you buy at the festival.
WHERE DO I BUY FOOD/BEVERAGE/GAME TICKETS?
Food/Beverage/Game tickets will be sold on-site for $1 each. Tickets booths will be located near the main entrance by the stage as well as near the Fun Slide.
HOW DO I GET THERE?
The Bucktown Seafood Festival is held at St. Louis King of France School at 1600 Lake Avenue, Metairie, Louisiana 70005.
WHERE SHOULD I PARK?
Street parking around the school is available.
ARE THERE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR GUESTS WITH DISABILITIES?
A handicap accessible entrance is located between the Church and the Lorio Center by the main entrance to the festival. The Lorio Center is handicap accessible and has both men's and women's handicap accessible bathrooms.
WHAT SHOULD WE BRING TO THE BUCKTOWN SEAFOOD FESTIVAL?
Feel free to bring cash to buy tickets for food and drinks as well as to ride the rides and play games. Strollers, wagons, blankets, chairs, and sunscreen are also a good idea.
WHAT SHOULDN'T I BRING TO THE FESTIVAL?
Please do not bring outside food or beverages, weapons of any kind, explosives or fireworks, illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia, unauthorized audio/video recording equipment, or pets/live animals. Only service animals are allowed.
DO YOU HAVE ATMS?
Yes, an ATM is on site. Please note: there is a small usage fee added to every transaction.
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The Balkan Fais Do Do returns to The Old Firehouse in November! Come join us for an afternoon of dancing to live Balkan music. There is no admission charge, but we encourage everyone to donate to the musicians so we can keep doing this. As always, this is an all ages party so bring your kids and bring ya momma and dem. Bring a dish or beverage to share and bring a friend. Everyone is welcome! (Dogs are too!!) Come get your monthly dose of Balkan culture!
This month's musical lineup: 2pm: Balkanique 3pm: Blato Zlato 4pm: Backyard Balkan Brass
Ya gotta be nuts to live in New Orleans, and here's the historical proof! Celebrate 300 nutty years of New Orleans with the creators of Ditzyland, Steel Poinsettias, and Hello Dawlin'! This original and locally penned Main Stage musical by Ricky Graham, Sean Patterson, Varla Jean Merman and Jefferson Turner, with a cast of five and a swinging band, as they enact their comic alternative facts about the City That Care Forgot. Surprise local celebrities round out the cast each night with a special variety show throwback. Come celebrate New Orleans the best way we know how - with laughter and music!
CAST:
Ricky Graham
Varla Jean Merman
Jefferson Turner
Mandy Zirkenbach
Deiveon Martinson
Rebeckah Gordon-Kirk
Surprise local celebrity (changes each night)!
CREATIVE TEAM:
Director - Ricky Graham
Written by - Ricky Graham, Sean Patterson, Jeff Roberson, Jefferson Turner, and Mandy Zirkenbach
Choreographer-
Clayton Shelvin
Music - Composed and Conducted by Jefferson Turner
Costume Designer - Cecile Casey Covert
SHOW DATES AND TIMES:
Opening Week: Nov. 4 at 2:00 pm
2nd Week: Nov. 9 & 10 at 8:00 pm and Nov. 11 at 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm
3rd Week: Nov. 15, 16 & 17 at 8:00 pm and Nov. 18 at 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm
BOX OFFICE HOURS Tuesday - Friday from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and one hour prior to each performance
Corporate and Individual sponsorships, season tickets, group and military discounts are available as well. To purchase, please call the Box Office: (504) 461-9475 or (504) 468-7221 or visit www.RivertownTheaters.com
** PREVIEW PERFORMANCE PRIOR TO OPENING NIGHT IS AVAILBLE FOR GROUPS AND FUNDRAISERS AT DISCOUNTED TICKET PRICES. Contact Jacquelyn in the Box Office - (504) 461-9475
Location: Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts is located at 325 Minor St. in the heart of Kenner's historic Rivertown district. Plenty of free parking is available on the streets around the theater.
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Modeled on the experience of watching youtube video after youtube video, STORIES WITHOUT WORDS uses 14 individual pieces of dance theater to counter the isolation of the internet and return performance back to its shared and joyous roots.
Join us for an analog dive down a digital rabbit hole.
Conceived, Directed, & Choreographed by Jon Greene & Jarrell Hamilton. Choreography devised collaboratively by the 'Stories without Words' creative team and ensemble members.
Light Design by Diane Baas. Costume and Production Design by Hannah Lax. Company Management & Assistant to the Choreographers by Lori Deleon Show Management & Board Operations by Venue Purveyor Bunny Lushington.
SCHOOL OF ROCK is a New York Times Critics' Pick and "AN INSPIRING JOLT OF ENERGY, JOY AND MAD SKILLZ!" (Entertainment Weekly). Based on the hit film, this hilarious new musical follows Dewey Finn, a wannabe rock star posing as a substitute teacher who turns a class of straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band. This high-octane smash features 14 new songs from ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER, all the original songs from the movie and musical theater's first-ever kids rock band playing their instruments live on stage. Vanity Fair raves, "FISTS OF ALL AGES SHALL BE PUMPING!"
1111 Canal Street New Orleans, LA, 70112 504.525.1052
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SHEAR MADNESS
America's Favorite Whodunit! by Paul Pörtner
It's a day like any other at the Shear Madness salon, when suddenly, the lady upstairs gets knocked off. WHOdunit? Join the fun as the audience matches wits with the suspects to catch the killer at this wildly popular comedy that has audiences laughing around the world.
Additional Performances:
November 4 @ 2:00 PM
Westwego Performing Arts Theatre 177 Sala Avenue - Westwego, LA
SUNDAY, NOV. 4/ Loyola Department of Theatre Arts and Dance presents George Bernard Shaw's Pygmalion: Sunday Matinee. Marquette Theatre at 2:00 p.m. $12 Adults, $10 Seniors/Students/Loyola IDs
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Flute Studio/Flute Ensemble Recital 7:30 p.m. in Nunemaker Auditorium. Free.
Dance Under the Stars in the Hotel Storyville Garden to Live Salsa Music from YOCHO and enjoy Latin Cuisine and Beverages. Seeking music lovers, folks who feel music with their dancing feet.. with their smiling faces... to enjoy this great evening of music and fun. $5. cover
Paradigm Caribbean and First Class Entertainment present: Soul Garden Caribbean Edition featuring nationally touring Reggae band Yard Squad and a smorgasbord of delicious Caribbean vitals from The Pupusa Lady (Honduras), Johnny's Jamaican Grill (Jamaica), Queen Trini Lisa (Trinidad), and Soul Pie (New Orleans) as well a delicious Rouslaison rum garden cocktail and Port Orleans Beer. Ticket includes admission, food, and drink. Must be 21 to drink. As always, our events are BYOB. This event is outside in a garden, please dress accordingly!
Paradigm Gardens and
First Class Entertainment present:
Soul Garden Caribbean Edition featuring nationally touring Reggae band
Yard Squadand a smorgasbord of delicious Caribbean vitals from
The Pupusa Lady(Honduras),
Johnny's Jamaican Grill (Jamaica),
Queen Trini Lisa (Trinidad), and
Soul Pie (New Orleans) as well as a delicious Roulaison rum garden cocktail and beer by Port Orleans Brewing.
All food, drinks and admission are included with your ticket purchase.
This event is outside in a garden, please dress accordingly! Must be 21+ to drink. As always, our events are BYOB.
9 am - 5 pm weekdays 10 am - 5 pm weekends; Event continues until November 8th
Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin patch offers endless amount of fun activities for your kids and family! Enjoy storytelling, face painting, a petting farm, jump on the Mega Jumping Pillow, and learn fun facts about the pumpkin. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch!
Admission price is $7 per child (newborn and up); adults free. Types of payments accepted: Cash or Checks
It's best to call before you go if you plan on visiting during the week as lots of schools schedule field trips. Show up anytime on the weekends!
Kick off your week at Pythian Market! ������ To thank all of you for the work that you do to keep the hospitality industry in New Orleans thriving, we're rolling out Service Industry Mondays. �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� �� Enjoy extended happy hour prices across all vendors from 4-9PM: - Bar 1908: $5 Wines (Red, White, Rosé & Sparkling), $4 Draft Beer, $6 Grand Temple Old Fashioned & G&T&T - Cru NOLA - Raw & Bubble Bar: 25% off savory bites and all-night raw oyster Happy Hour - Little Fig: Free Coconut Rice Pudding with any purchase - Frencheeze Food Truck: 25% percent off your meal.
New Orleans is a city that has achieved an unparalleled reputation as a dining and celebration destination, a place renowned for good times, fine cuisine, and possessing a singular appreciation of rewards on the palate. Your wines not only belong in this competition, they can make an important statement with an award recognition.
The New York Times recently described New Orleans as "a vibrant, historically-rich city of resilience," The New Orleans International Wine Awards will further add to our community's commitment to excellence in hospitality and culinary pursuits, made especially poignant and important during New Orleans' year-long Tricentennial celebrations.
Founded in 1718 by French Canadian explorers under a directive from Louis XIV, the Sun King, New Orleans has played a role in the expansion of Spain and France into world powers, and in the establishment of the United States as a valued member of the world community, stretching the width of the North American continent.
With the arrival of peoples from every nation, New Orleans embraced their customs, their culinary expressions and, mostly, their spirits. To this day, it is impossible to walk the streets of New Orleans and not be affected by the joys and passions for life as lived in this city renowned for dining, music, architecture, history, and desire to celebrate.
Joie de Vivre does not begin to express the sensual overtones of New Orleans residents who define love of neighbor and embrace of visitor.
There are many good reasons to take part in the New Orleans International Wine Awards program.
** Winemakers from every corner of the globe can submit their wines to be evaluated by a blue-ribbon group of internationally respected, professional, and experienced wine judges.
** Your wines will then be enjoyed by locals and visitors alike in a wine tasting event that can only happen in New Orleans. Guests will walk between Brennan's Restaurant on Royal Street, Galatoire's Restaurant on Bourbon Street, Antoine's Restaurant on St. Louis Street, and Arnaud's Restaurant on Bienville Street. These four Grande Damerestaurants are themselves among the most recognized and awarded dining establishments in the world.
A NOT TO BE MISSED, ONLY-IN-NEW ORLEANS EVENT THE NEW ORLEANS WINE AWARDS GRAND TASTING
EVERY WINE ENTERED INTO THE COMPETITION WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR TASTING BY WINE LOVERS ATTENDING THE GRAND TASTING.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2018 4:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
TASTING WILL TAKE PLACE SIMULTANEOUSLY AT: ANTOINE'S RESTAURANT: 713 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70130 ARNAUD'S RESTAURANT: 813 Bienville St, New Orleans, LA 70112 BRENNAN'S RESTAURANT: 417 Royal St, New Orleans, LA 70130 GALATOIRE'S RESTAURANT: 209 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70130
Stroll among four of New Orleans's Grande Dame restaurants tasting great wines in world-renowned venues. This event is unprecedented and can only happen on this night in these restaurants with wines that have been evaluated by respected talents.
One admission entitles attendee to all venues with access to all wines.
Attendees will be tasting the wines that were professionally judged during the New Orleans International Wine Awards. All of the entered wines will be available, including award winners. Quantities are limited.
$80 per person, includes commemorative, First-Year wine glass. BUY TICKETS
YOUR TICKETS WILL BE SENT TO YOUR EMAIL ADDRESS AFTER COMPLETING YOUR PURCHASE. DISPLAY THE TICKET ON YOUR CELL PHONE OR OTHER DEVICES TO BE ADMITTED TO THE TASTING.
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The Covington Farmers Market
Saturday Market
8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Covington City Hall 609 North Columbia Street
Wednesday Market
10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. The Covington Trailhead 419 N. New Hampshire
Get your wine Rx filled every Wednesday (and Saturday)
with FREE wine tastings.
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Docent-guided tours of the permanent collection and special exhibitions are offered daily at 1 pm.
Tours of the Besthoff Sculpture Garden are offered on Saturdays and Mondays at noon through November 26, with the exception of October 20 due to City Park hosting the Susan G. Komen Run for the Cure.
Wednesdays are free thanks to The Helis Foundation. Join us!
Free Wednesdays at the New Orleans Museum of Art
Where: New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins C. Diboll Circle, City Park, New Orleans, Louisiana 70124
When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: Everyone welcome, free admission is for Louisiana residents
How: Just show up
Free admission on Wednesdays for Louisiana resi
dents sponsored by the Helis Foundation
DAILY DOCENT-LED TOURS BEGIN
docent-guided tours will be
offered at NOMA daily at 1 p.m. Docent-guided tours are free with museum admission and are also available upon request for groups with two-weeks advance notice. Book a tour for your club, group, or family reunion! Contact Tracy Kennan, Curator of Education: 504.658.4113 or tkennan@noma.org
New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle, City Park, PO Box 19123, New Orleans, LA 70179
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Free Admission on Wednesdays to the Botanical Gardens in City Park
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Botanical Gardens in City Park
5 Victory Ave. New Orleans, LA 70124
Cost:
Free
From the 1930s to today, New Orleans Botanical Garden offers the city carefully cultivated gardens, where you will find more than 2,000 varieties of plants from around the world. Visitors will find aquatics, roses, native plants, ornamental trees, shrubs, perennials and more inside various theme gardens. Highlights of the Botanical Garden include the Conservatory of Two Sisters, the New Orleans Historic Train Garden, the Yakumo Nihon Teien Japanese Garden, the Pavilion of the Two Sisters, the Garden Study Center, Lath House and the Robert B. Haspel Garden Stage. Louisiana residents receive free admission on Wednesdays, Courtesy of The Helis Foundation. Regular Hours:
Open 7 days a week 10am to 5pm. Last entry is at 4pm
Open year round, twelve acres of gardens and art await you!
Residents should show their Louisiana ID to the cashier in the Oscar J. Tolmas Center, 5 Victory Avenue.
Our salute to "Ol' Blue Eyes" features the adorable and charming Spencer Racca backed by the Museum's Victory Trio! Join us for a nostalgic matinee performance featuring Frank's classic hits. This legend lit up the world with his voice!
Join us for an evening of French Baroque opera, a musical feast featuring selections of artwork from the New Orleans Museum of Art and performances by Marigny Opera Ballet Company.
The court of Louis XIV, the "Sun King," was known for its richness and splendor that extended to the arts and architecture, as well. Jean-Philippe Rameau, one of the greatest of the French Baroque composers of opera turned to the Greek mythological subject of the renowned sculptor, Pygmalion, as told in Ovid's Metamorphoses. In Rameau's and Ballot de Sauvot's version, the sculptor Pygmalion creates a beautiful statue to which he declares his love. His girlfriend, Céphise, begs for attention, but Pygmalion spurns her and entreats the goddess Venus to bring his statue to life. Magically the statue enlivens, sings, and dances. Venus arrives and praises Pygmalion for his artistry and faith in his powers, and helpfully finds another lover for Céphise.
The second half of our French Baroque evening will feature the following compositions complemented by paintings from the New Orleans Museum of Art's exhibition of the Duke of Orleans celebrated art collection.
From Jean-Baptiste Lully's ISIS:
"Publions en tous lieux...C'est lui dont les Dieux ont fait choix"
From Jean-Baptiste Lully's Le Bourgeois Gentilhomme:
"Marche pour la Cérémonie des Turcs"
From André Campra's Les Fêtes Vénitiennes:
"Charmant Papillon"
From Marc-Antoine Charpentier's Actéon:
Allons, marchons... Déesse par qui je respire"
From Jean-Philippe Rameau's Les Boréades:
Entrée de Polymnie"
From Marin Marais' Alcyone:
Tempête et Chorus ("Ciel, o Ciel")
From Jean-Baptiste Lully's Une nuit avec Louis XIV:
The "Boogiemen" will perform the music of Frank Sinatra, Michael Bublé, Harry Connick Jr. and more. Don't miss this special night of music!! Click the 'buy tickets' icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your $10/person tickets now! Please make sure to click the 'more information' below for further information about the concerts or to contact someone to answer your questions. To read more about the band, please visit their website at boogiemen-nola.com
You can't say Benny, "Aint Dere No More," because he will be right here in the garden performing his New Orleans hits as only "Benny Grunch and the Bunch" can do. Always entertaining, full of surprises, and new songs. Get ready for a Yat Attack with "Benny Grunch and The Bunch". Click the 'buy tickets' icon to the left of this paragraph to buy your
Jazz in the Park Free Thursday Concert Series is back in Armstrong Park today, are you ready! The fun starts at 4:00.
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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.
Where: Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St., New Orleans, LA 70130
DOCENT-LED DROP-IN TOUR EVERY THURSDAY AT THE OGDEN MUSEUM!
Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St., New Orleans, LA 70130
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2018 Bayou Road Balloon Festival Official Poster
40.00
22" x 28" Digital Print
Signed and Numbered by Artist
"Balloons Over Big Easy" is the 2018 Bayou Road Balloon Festival Official Poster. This is the festival's second year of operation, and Christy's first poster for it. Petunia takes a ride in a hot air balloon, overlooking New Orleans' silver skyline.
An entire festival dedicated to NOLA's signature sandwich? Yes, please!
The Oak Street Po-boy Festival takes place Sunday, Nov. 11, and wristbands to purchase po-boys cost $5. Sample po-boys from all of New Orleans's best restaurants and enjoy live music and art between bites.
Raw Oysters
Fall in New Orleans marks the beginning of oyster season on the Gulf Coast. Oysters are in season during months with an 'r' in them - September to April - because the water in the Gulf is a bit cooler during that time (however, you can still enjoy them year-round). Plenty of local restaurants offer special happy hour deals on raw and chargrilled oysters, so you can easily get your fix.
Boudin, Bourbon & Beer
There's no question that
Boudin, Bourbon & Beer is a winning combination. This festival was created by Chef Emeril Lagasse and takes place on Nov. 9 in Champion's Square. Many of New Orleans' best chefs participate, and beer is provided by Abita with bourbon by Buffalo Trace. Admission is $135 and includes all food and drinks. Proceeds go to the Emeril Lagasse Foundation, which supports life skills development, culinary training, and educational programs.
Chef creations at Boudin, Bourbon & Beer (Photo via Paul Broussard)
Tremé Creole Gumbo Fest
A whole festival dedicated to gumbo - what's not to love? Come sample the many versions of one of NOLA's signature dishes at this free festival.
The Tremé Creole Gumbo Festival combines live music with a variety of gumbo styles (including a vegan version) over the weekend of Nov. 17 and 18.
Huey P. Long Ave. Between 3rd and 4th streets Gretna, LA 00000
Cost:
FREE to attend; product prices vary by vendor
To introduce and maintain healthy habits, bring the kids to the farmer's market! Each Saturday, local vendors offer fresh fruits and vegetables, plants and flowers, dairy, meats, baked goods and prepared foods. Live music plays in the background while you shop. Teach your children the value of shopping local--for both personal and community health!
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Chateau Sew & Sew, 2103 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
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City to Increase the Number of Waste Tires Accepted at the Recycling Drop-Off Center from Four to Five
NEW ORLEANS - In an effort to reduce the number of illegally abandoned waste tires, the City of New Orleans Department of Sanitation has increased the number of waste tires that will be accepted at the Recycling Drop-Off Center from four to five. The Recycling Drop-Off Center, located at 2829 Elysian Fields Ave., is open on the second and fourth Saturday of each month from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Orleans Parish residents can drop off paper products (newspapers, junk mail, phone books, catalogs, office paper, color inserts); plastics #1 through #7 (water, soda, juice, detergent, plastic pots from nurseries, plastic bags, etc.); metals (aluminum, tin and steel cans); cardboard; box board (cereal boxes); Mardi Gras beads; batteries (AA, AAA, AAAA, C, D, 6 volt, 9 volt, Lithium); light bulbs (incandescent and fluorescent); and electronics such as computers, processors, monitors, keyboards, small printers, laptops, ink jet/toner cartridges, circuit boards, X-boxes, Playstations, Wii, MP3/DVD/CD players, DVRs, digital cameras, security systems, networking equipment, UPS, GPS, fax machines, stereos, telephones and phone systems, televisions (limit 4), microwave ovens (limit 4), tires (limit 5), glass (limit 50 lbs.) and organics for composting -- fruit/vegetable scraps (peels, skins, pits, or seeds), tea bags, coffee grounds and paper filter, eggshells, nutshells, seed shells, plain bread, grains, and plain pasta (no toppings, meet, bones, dairy or foods with oil).
REMAINING 2018 DROP-OFF SCHEDULE
Nov. 10, 2018
Nov. 24, 2018
Dec. 8, 2018**
Dec. 22, 2018
**Shred day (Limit 50 lbs.)
The following companies provide their services free of charge as a service to the community:
Iron Mountain -- paper shredding and recycling
CACRC -- e-waste recycling
Republic Services -- single stream recycling
The Composting Network -- composting
Since the City established the Recycling Drop-Off Center in August 2010, a total of 1,193 tons have been recycled. Since the current curbside recycling program began in May 2011, a total of 48,822 tons have been recycled. As a result of the City's efforts since 2010 to appropriately dispose of waste tires illegally dumped and collected from residential properties, more than 214,966 waste tires have been transported to the only LDEQ-approved waste tire processor in the City. The tires collected are recycled.
Occupants of residential properties, which are eligible to receive solid waste collection by the City, are also eligible to place up to four (4) tires next to their garbage collection carts on the second collection day of each week (or on Wednesdays in the French Quarter and DDD). Businesses are not eligible for this service.
Residents are reminded that an ordinance was passed earlier this year (Sections 26-415 through 24-430 of the City Code), which established minimum standards for the storage, sale, repair, removal, installation, hauling and disposal of motor vehicle tires and established a stronger enforcement process with significant fines and penalties.
It is illegal to store more than 20 tires on a property without authorization from LDEQ as a registered Waste Tire Generator or to transport more than 20 tires without a permit from LDEQ, which must be prominently displayed on the vehicle transporting the tires. All tires must be covered to prevent standing water which could become breeding grounds for rodents and mosquitoes that could carry the West Nile or Zika viruses. All Waste Tire Generators must keep LDEQ-approved manifests on site, for a minimum of five years, which document that tires have been legally transported and disposed of by an LDEQ-permitted transporter and tire processor.
The Department of Sanitation is working the NOPD, the Department of Safety and Permits and the Department of Finance to ensure that all tire shops are in full compliance with City and State Codes. The owners of properties that are found not to be in compliance will be cited. As a result of a joint enforcement action involving LDEQ's Criminal Investigation Division and NOPD, arrests have been made for illegally transporting and disposing of tires in Orleans Parish.
Looking to promote your business and network with local professionals? Register today for Biz New Orleans' Strictly Biz Night. Join us for a November BIZ night hosted at Royal Sonesta (300 Bourbon Street) to swap business cards, while enjoying complimentary hors d'oeuvres, beer, wine and a Snownesta Royale holiday cocktail. Admission to attend is $5 with ticket sales benefiting Children's Hospital New Orleans. Reservations and payment are required in advance and space is limited. Parking is available at the hotel's underground Parking Garage for $12, located at 700 Conti Street or 700 Bienville Street.
Royal Sonesta
300 Bourbon Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
November 15, 2018
Honorary Chairs
Consul General of France, Vincent Sciama and YuanYuan Sciama
This year the Beaujolais Noveau Celebration will take its Auction LIVE-online again! You will have the opportunity to bid on items either in person at the event or by clicking here.
Enjoy the First Wine of the Harvest at the 2018 Beaujolais Nouveau Celebration!
Here you see the full moon calendar with the full moon dates of 2018 and exact times and dates in an overview. Friday, 23 November 2018, 06:39:18 am Saturday, 22 December 2018, 06:48:36 pm
2018-2019 JAZZ & HERITAGE CONCERT SERIES ANNOUNCED Free Concerts Featuring New Orleans Musicians
"When we announced our inaugural concert series last year, we were thrilled to give a world-class showcase to our very deserving local artists," said Don Marshall, executive director of the Jazz & Heritage Foundation. "This year, we're expanding into new directions and increasing the number of events we're presenting, from 13 shows last year to 18 this season."
2018-2019 JAZZ & HERITAGE CONCERT SERIES All events at the George and Joyce Wein Jazz & Heritage Center 1225 N. Rampart Street Free Admission All shows have sets starting at 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m., except where noted.
Saturday, Nov. 24: Heritage School of Music Alumni in Concert JEFFERY MILLER and JOHN MICHAEL BRADFORD
Saturday, Dec. 1: COURTNEY BRYAN Presented by Improvisation: New Orleans's Gift to the Modern World, A Tricentennial Conference and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation. One set starting at 8 p.m.
Saturday, Dec. 8: DAVELL CRAWFORD
Saturday, Dec. 15: ELLIS MARSALIS QUINTET
Saturday, Jan. 5: DON VAPPIE & THE CREOLE JAZZ SERENADERS
Tuesday, Jan. 22: SUNNI PATTERSON, DONNEY ROSE, SOL GALEANO, GRAY HAWK PERKINS and more A Celebration Concert for the National Day of Racial Healing, part of the W. K. Kellogg Foundation's National Truth, Racial Healing & Transformation Initiative. Presented by the Foundation for Louisiana, the Ashé Cultural Arts Center and the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation. One show starting at 7:30 p.m.
Saturday, Jan. 19: Tango & Tequila DR. JEE YEOUN KO
Saturday, Feb. 16: Living the Highlife - A Night of Afropop KUMASI AFROBEAT ORCHESTRA and the FUFU ALLSTARS
Saturday, March 9: SPENCER BOHREN & THE WHIPPERSNAPPERS
Saturday, Apr. 13: SPOKEN WORD NIGHT One show starting at 8 p.m.
Saturday, Apr. 27: Cabaret Tremé An evening with LEAH CHASE One show starting at 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 4: Bechet to Batiste EVAN CHRISTOPHER and GREGORY AGID One show starting at 9:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 15: A Song For You: A Tribute to Soul Music TONYA BOYD-CANNON
Saturday, July 13: Noite do Brasil - Brazilian Night CHEGADÃO, AMIGOS do SAMBA and SAPATOS NOVOS Three sets, starting at 8 p.m., 9 p.m. and 10 p.m.
Love New Orleans & She'll Love You Back.
Sincerely,
Frank Stansbury
Lafete News
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Les ReBelles - New choreography with Nathalie Gomes Adams
Join our all-female performance troupe celebrating the 1920s, 1960s, turn of the 20th century with French Can Can and more. Think 1920s Flapper, 1960s Gogo, turn of the Century French Cancan, etc. All that, with a French twist to it!
Les Rebelles of NOLA celebrate the women of New Orleans and connect them through dance regardless of age, shape and background. During our classes you will learn a choreography meant to be performed (performing is optional), become part of a family of supportive women and improve your dance skills.
Our Season goes from September-June. And there are 3 courses/year.
We offer 2 courses a week as well. You can sign up for one or both if you wish.
MONDAY is a faster pace class with less breakdown. The focus is on a brand new choreography.
WEDNESDAY breaks down the fundamentals of the style of dance being taught during that particular course and teaches you a different choreography than the one taught on Monday.
Choose: - 1 course: $150/person - Both courses (Monday and Wednesday within the same time period): $225.00 - Annual Pass=3 courses: $375 (1 course a week for the whole year) - Add a second weekly course to the annual pass for $75
