NATIONAL LOUISIANA DAY

On November 9, National Louisiana Day recognizes the state that brought us such treasures as Jazz, Creole and American Mardi Gras.

Throughout the history of the state, the blending of race and culture have resulted in the Delta's own unique flair that brings visitors from around the world seeking to taste their food, hear their music and see their style.

When French explorers first arrived, several diverse tribes populated the area. Many of their population were decimated by disease and war. Natchez, Choctaw or Chitimacha descendants still survive today.

In 1803, Louisiana became territory when the United States completed negotiations with France for the 828,000 mile Louisiana Purchase. The first of 15 states to be carved out of the region, Louisianna entered the United States in 1812.

Within its mysterious gulf, Louisiana holds the secrets of pirates, conflicts of slavery and the paths of progress. The bayou teems with life and stories untold.

Louisiana epitomizes the phrase "melting pot" probably more than any other state. Throughout the history of the state, Native American, French, Spanish, German, African, Irish and Caribean cultures have blended in a variety of ways creating a diverse and distinct culture in the bayou. From the food to the language, the music and history, Cajun (French Canadian or Acadian), Creole (European, African, Caribbean or Spanish mixed ancestry) and even the landscape impact the enchantment that is Louisiana.

Louisiana float to roll in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

by: Keymonte Avery

BATON ROUGE, La. (BRPROUD) — The Louisiana Office of Tourism announced the state of Louisiana will participate in the 97th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

According to a release, Louisiana’s float, the Celebration Gator, will take the streets of New York. The Gator celebrates Louisiana’s culture and tourism as it showcases the designs and architecture of the New Orleans French Quarter.

The 60-foot-long alligator-themed float will feature Cajun fiddler Amanda Shaw of Mandeville and country singer Alex Smith of Alexandria. Along with the musicians, the float will be accompanied by guests in gator costumes and stilt walkers.

“We are excited to have Amanda and Alex riding the Louisiana float this year and performing for us,” said Lt. Gov. Billy Nungesser. “Once again, it is an amazing opportunity to share with the world our music and how Louisianans can Feed Your Soul with our celebratory spirit.”

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The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will air nationwide on NBC and stream on Peacock from 8:30 a.m. until noon Thursday, Nov. 23.

Lainey Wilson wins 5 CMA Awards including entertainer of the year, album of the year

by: ANDREW DALTON

Lainey Wilson took home five trophies including entertainer of the year Wednesday night at the Country Music Association Awards.

The 31-year-old Louisiana singer was the undisputed star of the night at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena, where she also was named female vocalist of the year, won album of the year for “Bell Bottom Country” and Wilson gave a fiery rendition of her song “Wildflowers and Wild Horses” that looked like it came from a classic Hollywood Western.

“This is all I’ve ever wanted to do, it’s the only thing I know how to do.” Wilson said through tears as she accepted entertainer of the year. “It finally feels like country music is starting to love me back.”

Wilson came into the night the top nominee with nine nods, and had won one award before the ABC telecast even started as she and HARDY were named as winners in the musical event of the year category, for “Wait in the Truck.”

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Thursday~ Fried Pork Chops and Jambalaya w/Corn Machoux

Friday~ Shrimp Creole over Rice w/Corn Machoux

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Korean Presbyterian Church on Canal Blvd sold. Here's what's planned for the Lakeview property.

BY ANTHONY MCAULEY

The Korean Presbyterian Church of New Orleans on Canal Boulevard in Lakeview is converting to a Catholic learning center. (Photo by Anthony McAuley, The Times-Picayune)

The former Korean Presbyterian Church of New Orleans in Lakeview will be converting to a Roman Catholic learning center, following the sale of the church earlier this month after a long period of dwindling attendance.

The property, at 7001 Canal Boulevard, had been home of the Korean Presbyterian congregation since they bought it from the Church of the Latter Day Saints in 1993, according to land records.

It has been bought by Wellspring Inc., a nonprofit run by Lauren Lagarde, a prominent Catholic activist in New Orleans who is also the local director of Regnum Christi, a proselytizing arm of the Roman Catholic Church that is affiliated with the Legionaries of Christ.

Wellspring describes its mission as "the education, spiritual development and the promotion of family values in accordance with the official teachings of the Catholic Church," in its official annual report.

It organizes retreats for Catholic men and women and provides "weekly encounters for members to grow in their faith."

Lauren Lagarde at an event marking the 100th anniversary of Notre Dame Seminary. Lagarde's non-profit has bought the former Korean Presbyterian Church of New Orleans premises in Lakeview to convert to a Catholic learning center.

Lagarde said that the organization plans only cosmetic improvements and no major changes to the premises, and said that the neighborhood can expect no big crowds at the venue.

"I would love the neighborhood to know that we're not going to be much different than the Korean church as far as numbers go," Lagarde said.

Once or twice a year they plan to hold slightly larger events, but mostly it will be small weekly gatherings, she said.

"We believe strongly in going back to the idea of having small prayer groups, small bible studies," Lagarde explained. "Our focus is outreach and evangelization locally, in the traditional Catholic sense of reaching out and spreading the word of Jesus."

The Archdiocese of New Orleans is not formally affiliated with Wellspring, but Largarde said that Archbishop Gregory Aymond supported the new effort.

The former church will hold Mass occasionally but will not be converted to a church and will not need to be re-consecrated, she said.

New pastures

The property, which was listed as nearly 6,000 square feet of building on just over 19,000 square feet of land, had been listed for $610,000 and sold for $575,000, brokered by Latter & Blum.

Tricia King of Latter & Blum said the building's owner said the reason for sale was lack of attendance.

"They told me they were down to only two families and they both joined other churches nearby," she said.

An exhibit of original works by Art Deco icon Erté will include almost 170 items as well as other period pieces that characterized the movement of style and design.

"Erté and the Era of Art Deco" will remain open through Jan. 3, 2024. 

Often called "the father of Art Deco," Romain de Tirtoff, known as Erté, was the central figure of the art and design evolution that emerged during the 1920s. The look featured stylized forms, geometric patterns, vibrant colors and sleek lines. Its influence flooded the world of art, fashion, architecture, furniture design, serviceware and more. 

An onyx and diamond swan bracelet will be part of the 'Erté and the Era of Art Deco' exhibit at M.S. Rau Antiques.

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The Rau exhibit includes a large collection of the artist's original gouache paintings, used to create designs for fashion shows, clubs and stage performances.

Which sentence uses "malinger" correctly?

She refused to malinger her responsibilities.

The malinger breeze brought relief.

He tended to malinger when faced with difficult tasks.

The malinger of the river was refreshing.

GRAMMARWhich word means "a feeling of discomfort, unease, or embarrassment in a situation that is unfamiliar or socially challenging"?

Admonition

Abnegation

Arrogance

Awkwardness

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NATIONAL SCRAPPLE DAY

National Scrapple Day on November 9th recognizes the first pork food invented in America. For those not familiar with scrapple, it is traditionally a mush of pork scraps and trimmings combined with cornmeal, wheat flour, and spices, such as sage, thyme, savory and black pepper. The mush is then formed into a semi-solid loaf, sliced and pan-fried.

Scrapple is also known by the Pennsylvania Dutch name pon haus, and the immediate ancestor of scrapple was the Low German dish called panhas. Local settlers adapted the dish to make use of locally available ingredients. 

During the 17th and 18th centuries, German colonists who settled near Philadelphia and Chester County, Pennsylvania, developed the first recipes for scrapple. With such a rich heritage, many strongly associate scrapple with rural areas surrounding Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington D.C., eastern Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware, eastern Virginia, and the Delmarva Peninsula.

• Supermarkets offer scrapple throughout the regions in both refrigerated and frozen cases.
• Did you know some recipes for scrapple include beef, chicken, or turkey?
• Instead of pan-frying scrapple, try deep-frying or broiling it for a different texture.
• Scrapple makes an excellent breakfast sidedish.
• Try your scrapple with a side of apple butter, ketchup, jelly, maple syrup, honey, horseradish, or mustard.

On Deck for November 9, 2023

National Days

NATIONAL SCRAPPLE DAY

MICROTIA AWARENESS DAY

NATIONAL LOUISIANA DAY

WORLD ADOPTION DAY

WORLD FREEDOM DAY



On Deck for November 10, 2023

National Days

UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS BIRTHDAY

NATIONAL FORGET-ME-NOT DAY

NATIONAL VANILLA CUPCAKE DAY

NATIONAL CIVIC PRIDE DAY

WORLD NET CANCER DAY

November 9th Celebrated History

1906

President Theodore Roosevelt departs for Panama on the first official international trip by a chief executive. The purpose of his trip was to inspect the construction of the Panama Canal. The President and the First Lady traveled aboard the U.S.S. Louisiana and arrived in Panama on November 14th.

1967

NASA launches the Apollo 4 unmanned Earth-orbital space mission.

1967

Rolling Stone's first cover features John Lennon. The publication was the collaborative effort of Jann Wenner and jazz critic Ralph Gleason.

1985

At the age of 22, Garry Kasparov becomes the youngest winner of the World Chess Championship by defeating Anatoly Karpov.

1989

After twenty-eight years, East Berlin opens its borders. East and West Berliners join in a massive celebration that is witnessed by the entire world.

November 9th Celebrated Birthdays

Benjamin Banneker -1731

The African American farmer, mathematician, and astronomer worked alongside Andrew Ellicott surveying the land for the future capital of the United States. He was also an author and publisher with several volumes of an almanac to his name.

Gail Borden - 1801

The persistent innovator received patent No. 15,553 for a process of making evaporated milk. This condensed and preserved milk led to a product line produced by the Borden Family of Companies.

Florence Sabin - 1871

In 1917, the medical scientist teaching embryology and histology became the first woman to hold a full professorship at John Hopkins School of Medicine.

Hedy Lamarr - 1913

The stunning actress graced the silver screen for nearly 30 years. During that time she made an incredible contribution to science that we continue to utilize today. In 1942, she co-developed with George Antheil a radio signaling device that alternates radio frequencies. During World War II, the device helped the military to send coded messages securely and thwarted the enemy's attempts decoding them. Today, the same technology applies to cellular communications.

Choi Hong Hi - 1918

Drawing from his military experience, Choi Hong Hi studied a variety of martial arts, developing Taekwondo.

Alice Coachman - 1923

During the 1948 London Olympics, the track and field high jumper became the first Black woman to win a gold medal. Her record-breaking jump cleared the bar at 5 feet 6 inches.

Carl Sagan - 1934

Sagan focused an entire generation on science. The scientist not only made significant contributions to research and development but also made science attainable in the world of education.

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Heather Elizabeth Designs New Orleans Jewelry & Accessories is in New Orleans.

400 block of Royal Street in the 1920's. Brennan's Restaurant is located in this block today.

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1935: Loft’s Candy Store

This 1935 photograph by Charles Franck shows the corner of Canal Street and St. Charles Avenue. The Crescent City Billiard Hall on the corner looks rather dingy and dark compared to past images. A large sign directing drivers to the St. Charles Hotel juts out over the second floor on the corner above the Loft's Candy Store. Loft's at one time was owned by City Stores Company, parent company of Maison Blanche, and became the largest candy manufacturer in the world in the 1920s.

Lakefront Arena Celebrates 40th Anniversary

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Lakefront Arena Celebrates 40th Anniversary – World-class destination for live entertainment brings in millions of patrons

 The UNO Lakefront Arena, which was designed by architect Arthur Q. Davis and Nathaniel Curtis and built on The University of New Orleans’ 90-acre East Campus for $38 million, celebrates 40 years of rich history including more than 1,200 concerts, nearly 900 commencement ceremonies, as well as upwards of 1,200 basketball games and events. Since opening its doors on Nov. 1, 1983, with Lionel Richie and The Pointer Sisters, the Arena has been a world-class destination for live entertainment – bringing in more than seven million patrons to experience legendary artists, global leaders, family entertainers, thousands of graduates, exceptional athletes and many more icons.

“Over the last four decades, the UNO Lakefront Arena has become an international beacon for arts and entertainment where people of all ages feel welcome,” said Gov. John Bel Edwards. “Whether a commencement ceremony, concert or athletic competition, events are a reflection of the importance of our higher education institutions. That’s why I’m so proud of our consistent bipartisan investment in higher education in my eight years as Governor. Congratulations to the Lakefront Arena team and the UNO community on this notable achievement.”

In partnership with promoters such as MarchOne Music, AEG, PGA Music, North American Entertainment, FELD Entertainment, Live Nation, VStar Entertainment and Beaver Productions, the Lakefront Arena continues to entertain people across all generations and has welcomed the likes of Pope John Paul II, His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Bill Clinton, John Kerry, Jimmy Buffett, Jeff Dunham, Billy Strings, KISS, Cyndi Lauper, Lady Gaga, James Taylor, Motley Crew, REM, The Black Keys, Widespread Panic, Madonna, Arcade Fire, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Nicki Minaj, Wiz Khalifa, Sting and even Mickey Mouse and all his Disney friends.

Several movies including “Grudge Match,” “The Dirt,” “Now You See Me,” “Disney Crossover,” “Heaven’s Prisoners” and “Green Lantern” have been filmed at the Lakefront Arena as well. Lakefront Arena Celebrates 40th Anniversary

“Happy 40th to all the great Lakefront Arena staff. I’ve had the honor of working with Marco and his staff for what seems like countless years. They really work hard to ensure that every presentation at UNO is an exceptional experience for the fans and artists. It’s always a joy for my artists, in particular Widespread Panic, to see the Arena on the books. Congratulations to all at UNO for your hard work and success,” said Buck Williams, The Progressive Global Agency.

Home to the UNO Privateers, the Lakefront Arena has hosted thousands of athletic events and tournaments – such as the Sun Belt Conference, Larry Bird’s career-high of 60 points on March 12, 1985, against the Atlanta Hawks, who hosted a series of special home games in New Orleans during the 1984–1985 season as well as a match between tennis greats Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert Lloyd. The Arena’s Aquatic Center welcomes over 100,000 visitors annually, and its Olympic-size pool provides a training ground and hosts state and national swim competitions.

“My entire life and career have been with the University of New Orleans and the Lakefront Arena,” said Associate Vice President Auxiliary Enterprises and Lakefront Arena General Manager Marco Perez. “I started when the Arena opened its doors, so this is a poignant moment not only for this venue, but also in my career. I have been privileged to work with great people in the entertainment industry and a solid group of exceptional colleagues at the Arena, both on the management level and events staff, many of whom have become like family. While we have not been without challenges along the way, we have always worked together to ensure that our grand venue continues to shine, year after year.”

The Lakefront Arena sustained significant damage from Hurricane Katrina in 2005. After receiving $25 million for repairs and renovations from FEMA, the Arena re-opened its doors to the public on May 2, 2008. Newer additions to the Arena have included both private and public spaces such as Spotlights, One Lounge, The G4 Bar, Pier 504 and Skybox.

“For four decades, the Lakefront Arena has been the setting for unforgettable memories and joyful experiences for the people of metro New Orleans and beyond,” said Dr. Kathy Johnson, University of New Orleans President. “It is an exceptional and in-demand venue for concerts, performances, graduations and festivals. But it is so much more. Like the University of New Orleans, the Arena is a true community asset that occupies a unique niche in the region. This is a milestone worth celebrating.”

“Congratulations to the University of New Orleans and their Lakefront Arena on reaching this momentous milestone,” said New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell. “Having served UNO and the City of New Orleans for 40 years, we reflect on the importance of the Lakefront Arena, from hosting youth and collegiate sports and engaging community events to fun-filled concerts and festivals throughout the years. Thank you to the University and the Arena’s professional staff for continuing to provide our residents with a multi-purpose gathering space and high-value entertainment right on our beautiful Lake Pontchartrain.”

“I always look forward to playing Lakefront Arena,” added Brian Alden, President of North American Entertainment Group, Inc. “It gives me the opportunity to enjoy two great treats – the wonderful food in NOLA and the terrific building manager at Lakefront Arena, Marco Perez – making money is secondary – but also an added pleasure.”

The Lakefront Arena will close out another successful year with The Reunion Tour with Kirk Franklin, Tye Tribbett, The Clark Sisters, David & Tamela Mann and Israel Houghton (November 18); Theo Von’s Return of the Rat Tour (November 24); and, a three-night performance of Billy Strings (December 29, 30 and 31). Early next year, the Arena will welcome families for “First Time in Forever” Disney On Ice presents Frozen & Encanto (March 28-31).

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Admission: Free to all, but please consider making a donation of $10 or more to the George Brumat scholarship fund. Donations can be made at the door in cash or online via this LINK (make sure to select Brumat Scholarship Fund in the menu of donation options).

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St. Tammany’s big fall flings

BY JESSICA SAGGIO

•Nov. 10-12: Festival of the Lake

Our Lake of the Lake Roman Catholic Church will again host its annual fair at its campus on Lafitte Street in Mandeville. The free event will run 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Nov. 10-11, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Nov. 12. This year’s Festival of the Lake will include inflatables, a craft market, petting zoo, pony rides, sock hop, baseball mania, games, food, a “doggie dance” by the Northshore Humane Society and a host of live performances.

This year’s music lineup includes Bag of Donuts, Peyton Falgoust Band, Adam Pearce, and Christian Serpas & Ghost Town. Just be sure to bring chairs for the concert.

Activities at the festival will require tickets that can be purchased for 50 cents each. Early bird tickets will be available on the festival’s website at festivalofthelake.com.

•Nov. 11-12: 3 Rivers Art Festival

Touted as one of the largest juried art shows in the region, the 3 Rivers Art Festival returns to downtown Covington Nov. 11-12. The free event runs from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. each day. More than 200 juried artists from across the nation, and world in some cases, will line both sides of Columbia Street featuring myriad artistic mediums.

“We have everything,” said event coordinator Sarada Bonnett. “Woodworking, watercolor, metalsmithing, glass and everything in between. 2D, 3D paintings. You name it, it’s there.”

Artists were vetted from nearly 500 applicants, she said, and the festival has been recognized by Sunshine Artist as one of the best in the country. Artist awards will be presented at a special event on Saturday night.

Live music will feature Crispin Schroeder, Those Olivier’s, The Teche Two, Dr. Ben Redwine, Lake Ragan, Ghost Town Duo, Jude LeBlanc and Jake Gunter.

A tented food court will be set up for patrons, and a children’s village will keep the kiddos occupied with a hands-on dinosaur experience, children’s museum activities and canvas painting. A separate student art contest is also part of the event and winners will be awarded that Sunday at 2 p.m. For more, visit covingtonthreeriversartfestival.com.

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Joan Of Arc Project

Get ready for the revival of our Joan of Arc Book Club!

Our first gathering is at the Rosa Keller Library in Broadmoor, hosted by our friends from Frenchmen art & Books, who will sell copies of the books for future discussions—and provide water, juice & snacks! Books are also available on site at Frenchmen Art & Books or at your favorite local bookstore!

Here’s our lineup:

The Maid and the Queen: The Secret History of Joan of Arc by Nancy Goldstone

Discussion: Saturday Nov. 11

10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Rosa F Keller Community Center Meeting Room

4300 S Broad St, New Orleans, LA, 70125

The Hundred Years War: 1337-1453 by Anne Curry

Discussion: Saturday March 2

10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Location to be announced

Smoke City by Keith Rosson

Discussion: Saturday June 1

10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Location to be announced

Tulane vs Tulsa will Kickoff at 11:00am CT on ESPN2

Veterans Day originated at the

end of World War I

World War I—known at the time as “The Great War”—officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the Palace of Versailles near the town of Versailles, France. However, fighting ceased seven months earlier when an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, between the Allied nations and Germany went into effect on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month. For that reason, Nov. 11, 1918, is generally regarded as the end of “the war to end all wars.”

Veterans Day continues to be observed on Nov. 11, regardless of the day of the week on which it falls. The restoration of the observance of Veterans Day to Nov. 11 not only preserves the historical significance of the date but helps focus attention on the purpose of Veterans Day: A celebration to honor America’s Veterans for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.

Veterans Day timeline

In November 1919, President Wilson proclaimed Nov. 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day with the following words: “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…”

The original concept for the celebration was for a day observed with parades and public meetings and a brief suspension of business beginning at 11:00 a.m.

The United States Congress officially recognized the end of World War I when it passed a concurrent resolution on June 4, 1926, with these words:

Whereas the 11th of November 1918 marked the cessation of the most destructive, sanguinary and far-reaching war in human annals and the resumption by the people of the United States of peaceful relations with other nations, which we hope may never again be severed, and

Whereas it is fitting that the recurring anniversary of this date should be commemorated with thanksgiving and prayer and exercises designed to perpetuate peace through good will and mutual understanding between nations; and

Whereas the legislatures of twenty-seven of our States have already declared November 11 to be a legal holiday: Therefore be it Resolved by the Senate (the House of Representatives concurring), that the President of the United States is requested to issue a proclamation calling upon the officials to display the flag of the United States on all Government buildings on November 11 and inviting the people of the United States to observe the day in schools and churches, or other suitable places, with appropriate ceremonies of friendly relations with all other peoples.

An Act (52 Stat. 351; 5 U. S. Code, Sec. 87a) approved May 13, 1938, made the 11th of November in each year a legal holiday—a day to be dedicated to the cause of world peace and to be thereafter celebrated and known as “Armistice Day,” which was primarily set aside to honor Veterans of World War I.

In 1954, after World War II had required the greatest mobilization of soldiers, sailors, Marines and airmen in the Nation’s history, and after American forces had fought aggression in Korea, the 83rd Congress—at the urging of the Veterans service organizations—amended the Act of 1938 by striking out the word “Armistice” and inserting in its place the word “Veterans.” With the approval of this legislation (Public Law 380) on June 1, 1954, Nov. 11 became a day to honor American Veterans of all wars.

Later that same year, on Oct. 8, President Dwight D. Eisenhower issued the first “Veterans Day Proclamation” (PDF), which stated: “In order to insure proper and widespread observance of this anniversary, all Veterans, all Veterans’ organizations, and the entire citizenry will wish to join hands in the common purpose. Toward this end, I am designating the Administrator of Veterans’ Affairs as Chairman of a Veterans Day National Committee, which shall include such other persons as the Chairman may select, and which will coordinate at the national level necessary planning for the observance. I am also requesting the heads of all departments and agencies of the Executive branch of the Government to assist the National Committee in every way possible.”

1958

In 1958, the White House advised VA’s General Counsel that the 1954 designation of the VA Administrator as Chairman of the Veterans Day National Committee applied to all subsequent VA Administrators. Since March 1989 when VA was elevated to a cabinet level department, the Secretary of Veterans Affairs has served as the committee’s chairman.

1968

The Uniform Holiday Bill (Public Law 90-363 (82 Stat. 250) was signed on June 28, 1968, and was intended to ensure three-day weekends for Federal employees by celebrating four national holidays on Mondays: Washington’s Birthday, Memorial Day, Veterans Day and Columbus Day. It was thought that these extended weekends would encourage travel and recreational and cultural activities, and stimulate greater industrial and commercial production. Many states did not agree with this decision and continued to celebrate the holidays on their original dates.

1971

The first Veterans Day under the new law was observed with much confusion on Oct. 25, 1971. It was quite apparent that the commemoration of this day was a matter of historic and patriotic significance to a great number of our citizens, and so on Sept. 20, 1975, President Gerald R. Ford signed Public Law 94-97 (89 Stat. 479), which returned the annual observance of Veterans Day to its original date of Nov. 11, beginning in 1978. This action supported the desires of the overwhelming majority of state legislatures, all major Veterans Service Organizations and the American people.

 vs Tulsa Sat, Nov 11at Yulman Stadium

THE DOOKY CHASE KITCHEN: LEAH’S LEGACY cooking series celebrates Leah Chase, the “Queen of Creole Cuisine.”

The 26-part cooking series, produced by WYES-TV in New Orleans, was shot on location at Dooky Chase’s Restaurant with dishes prepared by younger generations of the Chase family who have led the restaurant since Leah’s death in 2019.

Viewers will meet Leah’s grandson, Edgar “Dook” Chase IV, who now oversees the restaurant’s kitchen; her niece Cleo Robinson, who joined Leah in the kitchen in 1980; and the restaurant’s newest chef, Leah’s great-granddaughter Zoe Chase. Paired with some of the menus are specialty cocktails crafted by Leah’s granddaughter Eve Marie Haydel, the restaurant’s beverage manager who has updated drink recipes from the restaurant’s earlier days. Granddaughter Chase Kamata narrates. Each 30-minute episode explores a new take on Creole classics and a different chapter of the restaurant’s history.

See it every Saturday at 10am and on Sundays at 11:30am. Watch on WYES-TV and stream on wyes.org/live and on the WYES and PBS Apps. Out of WYES’ viewing area?

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Just looking to play with some pups? That's cool too! Need some volunteer opportunities? Sign up! Looking to foster! You're the best!

Hosted by Rolling River Rescue and Greta's Ark Rescue

Martha AbolishIce Alguera

Save the Date for the OG "mermaid" parade honoring the Great Mother, YEMAYA!!!!! Mother of all fish and protectress of women, children. Let's talk about preserving and cleaning our waters.

We do this parade/procession with Spirit guiding us and Yemaya always directing our path.

Yes the beautiful costuming is always fun and encouraged but this is more of a spirit walk from the Bayou to the River to the sound of the @yemayayas777 and @tamojuntonola providing backing music.

Stay tuned for info on song rehearsals. Come sing with us! Collective singing is healing.

A @ 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm 

Dream House Burlesque Club

Dream House Lounge 401 Baronne St, New Orleans

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

$25 – $35

Event by Tom Harvey

3802 Dauphine St, New Orleans, LA 70117-5720, United States

Duration: 4 hr

Public 

Sunday, Nov 12th 'The Gardenaires' would like to invite you to some live music and refreshing drinks in the Bywater Art Lofts Garden from 2-6pm. Past musical guests Include • Lynn Drury • Papa Mali • Tom Harvey • Casandra Faulconer • Jonathan Freilich • Ken Swartz • Dhani Adomaitis • Ana De Ferreira • LaLa Sol • Paula Mangum • Greg Kutcher • Stella Salmen • Sunset Satsang and more!

Donation based / cash and venmo.

Bringing festival chairs is recommended. 

Please help keep our garden clean. Leave no trace.

In Person Classes in New Orleans

Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm

"Shimmer" Bellydance Basics

For all levels. Ongoing

$60 per month or $18 drop in.

10 classes, used within 10 wk., $120

At: "The Movement Collective"

3921 St. Claude Ave, (Bywater)

New Orleans

 Tamalyn Dallal

Movement Collective - New Orleans

Public 

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Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm

Come and dance...

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

$18 per class, $60 per month

10 classes for $120

www.tamalyndallal.net

Parkway Bakery & Tavern is once again uniting with the Al Copeland Foundation (ACF), joined by fiery support from Crystal Hot Sauce, to save lives and end cancer.

Parkway Bakery and Tavern

538 N Hagan Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119-4911, United States

Nov 2023

Wed, Nov 15

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wed, Nov 22

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Wed, Nov 29

10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Commencing November 1st and available every Wednesday in November, Parkway will proudly serve its renowned Thanksgiving Poor Boy, brimming with roasted turkey, stuffing, gravy, and cranberry sauce as part of the annual #IDidItForTheTurkey fundraiser.

For loyal local enthusiasts who wish to support this cause, a $100 ticket is your pass to skip the line between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The "Skip the Line" ticket not only allows you to indulge in the Thanksgiving Poor Boy, but also includes a Commemorative Tee Shirt, Sweet Potato Fries, Fresh-Made Lemonade crafted by the talented Joshua Bertuglia, an ACF Junior Board Member, and a specially made Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream Sandwich by New Orleans Ice Cream to round off your holiday feast. Patrons are encouraged to snap selfies while savoring their feast and use the hashtag #IDidItForTheTurkey for a chance to be featured on Parkway’s social media pages.

Tickets can be purchased conveniently at AlCopelandFoundation.org or in person every Wednesday at Parkway Bakery & Tavern, where the Al Copeland Foundation tent is set up. In the spirit of giving, a portion of the sales from buying the Thanksgiving Poor Boy without skipping the line also goes to the Al Copeland Foundation, ensuring that every patron can contribute to this essential cause.

Since 2008, the Al Copeland Foundation (ACF) has rallied support for a remarkable cause, raising over $2.3 million with one unwavering mission to save lives and end cancer with innovative cancer treatments. In under a decade, the foundation along with LSU Health andScience Center (LSUHSC) accomplished its main purpose which was to find a cure for the cancer that took Al Copeland Sr.’s life. More recently, ACF and LSUHSC received national recognition for its virtual clinical trial access program which provides accessibility through telehealth medicine. ACF continues to support providing access, awareness, and education to the latest cancer treatments for all age groups.

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

We will distribute boxes of food containing a frozen turkey (if available) or ham along with non-perishable food items. No voucher necessary. 

• Nov 18, 2023
• 9am–12pm

LOCATION

Vineyard Church of New Orleans

4340 Sal Lentini Pkwy

Kenner, LA 70065

8am-Noon: Hammond Farmers & Artisans Market

Start the day at a festive holiday Hammond Farmers & Artisans Market in Railroad Park. The market will feature over 40 farmers and artisan vendors with hand-crafted and high-quality items along with live music, giveaways, activities, and more! More information coming soon.

The market accepts SNAP and offers $50 SNAP match per customer per market visit. 

Noon-3PM: Jingle Jubilee at LCDC

The Louisiana Children's Discovery Center is hosting a Jingle Jubliee for Starry Saturday. Enjoy all the museum offerings with special holiday add-ons: pictures with Santa, cookie decorating, and hot cocoa station just to name a few! More information coming soon. 

4-7PM: Holiday Wine & Cheese Walk

Downtown becomes even more festive with a Holiday Wine & Cheese Walk. Enjoy curated wine and cheese pairings, as well as special sips & snacks, available for tasting at dozens of downtown businesses.

Ticket sales starting November 1st!

Tickets are available for $35 if purchased by November 17th. Limited tickets will be available on-site for $40. Individuals must be 21 years or older to participate.

4-8PM: Movie Night Under The Stars

In partnership with the Rotary Club of Hammond, the night will conclude with Movie Night Under The Stars in Cate Square Park. Entry is FREE!  A showing of Home Alone starts at 6PM.

Starting at 4pm, bring the family to the park to enjoy festive holiday lights & displays, holiday music, performances by local school and dance groups, train rides, and more!

Train rides will run from 4-6PM. Tickets are available on-site only for $5 per person (ages 2 & under are free). Tickets are first-come-first serve. Route TBD. 

Rotary Concession Stand offers popcorn, soft drinks, hot cocoa, candy, hamburgers, and hotdogs. Cash and credit cards accepted.

Bring canned goods and pantry staples to donate to a food drive for Our Daily Bread.

6-9PM: 106 Night Market

We are partnering with the 106 Night Market to feature local artists and handmade gifts in Railroad Park. Vendor registration will be available on October 18th. For any immediate questions, please email 106nightmarket@gmail.com

Saturday, November 25th. 2PM-4PM

449 F. Edward Herbert Blvd., Belle Chasse, LA

Join us for an afternoon of Louisiana (and beyond) raptor education with Sally Farrell from Wind in My Feathers! Sally received her training at the Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center of the New Orleans Audubon Zoo and is a USFWS licensed raptor rehabilitator and educator with state and federal permits for New Orleans and the surrounding area.

Sally will give a presentation of live, non-releasable raptors with accompanying lecture, supplemented with audio and visual aids such as photography, taped bird calls, owl castings, feather displays, skulls and owl feet. A question and answer period will follow the talk.

After the presentation, there will be a guided interpretive hike where we will use our eyes and ears to prowl for wild owls and other raptors!

Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring a chair for your own comfort.

$10 suggested donation.

Please visit tinyurl.com/raptorpres to register!

Chad Blouin· 

LSU WOMENS BASKETBALL WILL HAVE 17

GAMES NATIONALLY TELEVISED :

The Southeastern Conference announced its women’s basketball television schedule for the upcoming season Wednesday afternoon and LSU will be featured in 17 televised games on the ESPN family of networks throughout the year.

As the defending national champions, LSU will be featured on ESPN at least five times with the other television games coming on either ESPN2 or the SEC Network. Every one of LSU’s conference games except for one will be televised.

In addition to the 17 televised games, all of LSU’s home games will be available to watch online with SEC Network +. Both of LSU’s two non-conference road games at Southeastern and Coppin State will have streaming options as well. When the Tigers play in the Cayman Island Classic, both games will be available to watch on FloHoops.

A television announcement for LSU’s season opener against Colorado at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Series in Las Vegas will be made at a later date.

LSU Women’s Basketball 2023-24 Season Television Schedule:

Nov. 30 vs. Virginia Tech

8 p.m. - ESPN

Dec. 17 vs. Northwestern St.

2 p.m. - SEC Network

Jan. 4 vs. Missouri

8 p.m. - SEC Network

Jan. 7 at Ole Miss

2 p.m. - ESPN

Jan. 14 at Auburn

2 p.m. - ESPN

Jan 18 at Alabama

8 p.m. - SEC Network

Jan. 21 vs. Arkansas

TBD - ESPN/ESPN2

Jan 25 vs. South Carolina

7 p.m. - ESPN

Jan. 19 at Mississippi St.

6 p.m. - ESPN2

Feb. 4 vs. Florida

1 p.m. - SEC Network

Feb. 8 at Vanderbilt

8 p.m. - SEC Network

Feb 11 vs. Alabama

3 p.m. - ESPN2/ SEC Network

Feb. 19 at Texas A&M

6 p.m. - SEC Network

Feb. 22 vs. Auburn

8 p.m. - SEC Network

Feb. 25 at Tennessee

11 a.m. - ESPN

Feb. 29 at Georgia

8 p.m. - ESPN2

Mar. 3 vs. Kentucky

1 p.m. - SEC Network

Join us for a lovely afternoon ushering in the holiday season at the New Orleans Women’s Opera Guild Eggnog event! There will be great shopping with our holiday boutique vendors, fabulous catering by Chez Nous, amazing music by Jim Walpole, and so much more.

Wednesday, December 13, 2023

5:00 8:30pm

Harrison Avenue Marketplace

801 Harrison Avenue, NOLA 70124

Dates for the Fall 2023 Markets

December 13

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

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

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

LOCATION

Vineyard Church of New Orleans

4340 Sal Lentini Pkwy

Kenner, LA 70065

Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana

Sponsored · Paid for by Office of the Lieutenant Governor 

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

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