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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.

No private toilets, no couches? New Mardi Gras rules expected, but no word on Nyx parade

Confetti cannons should also be banned, committee says, and horses immunized.

BY DOUG MACCASH

The Krewe of Hermes parade makes its way along the Uptown route with the theme "The Storyville Chronicles" in New Orleans, Friday, February 9, 2024. (Staff photo by Brett Duke, The Times-Picayune)

• STAFF PHOTO BY BRETT DUKE

Paper confetti cannons should be banned, parade horses should be immunized and private portable toilets should be kept off public property. Those were a few of the recommendations that the New Orleans City Council’s Carnival Legislative Advisory Committee made on Tuesday morning.

What the committee did not do was consider filling the vacancy in the parade schedule left by the removal of Nyx. Five weeks ago, the City Council voted unanimously to withhold the controversial krewe’s parade permit, because of rule violations, leaving an open spot on the Wednesday night before Fat Tuesday. Speculation has swirled ever since.

Though a discussion of the official parade schedule was on Tuesday’s meeting agenda, Councilmember Lesli Harris, who led the proceedings, announced that it would be tabled for the time being.

The list of new rules that the committee recommended will be voted on at a regular City Council meeting.

The City Council created the Carnival Legislative Advisory Committee after Mardi Gras 2024. The advisers include council members, krewe representatives, police and fire department leaders, and a member of the public.

Harris said the committee has set out to revise the laws governing Mardi Gras, “some of which no longer address the realities of today.”

For instance, Harris said that all confetti cannons obviously need to be banned — not just the kind that shoot shards of plastic foil. Harris said she witnessed a transformer short out because of a crepe paper confetti cannon that someone shot during a 2024 parade. The popping toy cut the power to 35 Uptown homes and a bar, costing the business money, she said.

The committee recommended that tents of any kind, plus couches and other upholstered furniture, be prohibited along parade routes to help reduce crowd congestion and allow easier passage along sidewalks. Barbecue fires would be outlawed, since sanitation workers have occasionally been confronted with still-burning coals after parades.

Likewise, portable toilets of all sorts—which are often abandoned after parades—would be banned from public property within three blocks of parade routes. Harris proposed the city install more “sanctioned” portable toilets at parade formation areas to meet the need.

Asked if enforcing the new regulations against tents, toilets and such would cost the city more money, Harris said that, “yes, it may increase cost.” But, she pointed out, since the sanitation department wouldn’t “be called on to remove these things,” the manpower expense “might be a wash.”

Parades are required to include a certain number of marching bands, but what exactly defines a marching band is apparently in question. So, the committee proposed a new rule that all Mardi Gras parade marching bands include at least 30 musicians and other participants, not just musicians as the code currently stipulates. Smaller second-line style brass bands are welcome, but won’t be counted as official marching bands.

No one objected to a provision that would make parading krewes provide the City Council and the Louisiana SPCA with copies of their parade lineup. Nor did anyone disagree with the need for horses participating in Mardi Gras parades to be thoroughly immunized for potential infection from West Nile virus, Rabies, and several other diseases.

And no one objected to a rule that would keep horses not participating in the parade, at least two football fields from the route—not including NOPD mounts.

Harris wryly said that banning extraneous horses from the parade route should be a cinch because reptiles are already banned. Indeed, one of the more enigmatic sections of the Mardi Gras code reads “No reptiles shall be allowed within 200 yards of a Mardi Gras parade route … “

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

WEDNESDAY JUNE 26

OPEN AT 1:00 PM FOR LUNCH

J.J. & THE A-OK'S BAND

1:15PM-5:00PM

CALEB NELSON AND HIS HOT 5

5:30PM-8:30PM

THE QUEEN & FRIENDZ

9:00PM-12:00AM

THURSDAY JUNE 27

OPEN AT 1:00 PM FOR LUNCH

MISS SIGRID AND THE ZIG ZAGS

1:15PM-5:00PM

ROSALYNN DE ROOS QUINTET

5:30PM-8:30PM

WOLFE JOHNS BLUES

9:00PM-12:00AM

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1 PM – 5 PM

German Coast

Farmers Market-

Westbank Bridge Park

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

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!

Are you passionate about music and technology? Do you love supporting innovative startups? Then mark your calendar for this Wednesday, June 26th!

Five companies, each with a unique connection to the music industry, have spent months refining their concepts during the Metronome accelerator program. Under the guidance of Arthur Soroken, Google's Head of Growth and Community, these founders are ready to present their visions and make waves in the music tech world.

Connect with fellow music enthusiasts, tech innovators, and industry professionals. Discover cutting-edge technologies that are set to transform the music landscape. Support and celebrate entrepreneurs within the startup ecosystem!

Everyone is welcome! Bring your curiosity, your passion for music, and your support for these emerging startups. Let's come together to network, inspire, and celebrate the future of music tech. 🎷

WHEN? Wednesday, June 26th. Doors open @ 5:00 pm!

WHERE? The George and Joyce Wein Jazz & Heritage Center | 1225 N Rampart St

RSVP Here

Music Calendar

WedJun26

6:00-8:00pm

Tin Men

WedJun26

9pm

Lagniappe Brass Band

No Cover

How many years ago did the Chicxulub impact event, believed to have caused the extinction of the dinosaurs, occur?

3 billion years ago

12 million years ago

65 million years ago

5000 years ago

Which Bird Sings Various Songs and Mimics Others?

Nightingale

Lyrebird

Northern Mockingbird

Canary

In North America master mimics include mockingbirds, thrashers, and catbirds; all of which are in the family Mimidae, so named because of this family's skill at mimicking other species. The Brown Thrasher can sing up to 2,000 different songs and may be the champion mimic in North America.

Wed, Jun 26, 2024 – Thu, Jun 27, 2024

The 2024 NBA Draft presented by State Farm will take place on June 26-27, 2024. New this year, the Draft will expand to a two-night format. The first round will be held at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, N.Y., home of the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday, June 26 (8 ET, ABC, ESPN). Tickets are available to purchase now. The second round will take place at ESPN’s Seaport District Studios in New York on Thursday, June 27 (4 ET, ESPN).

1001 Esplanade Avenue

New Orleans, LA 70116

(504) 949-0038

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• Wednesday 06/26/2024, 
• 7:00PM - 10:00PM
• A Pretty Good Alibi
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• Thursday 06/27/2024, 
• 8:00PM - 11:00PM
• Tom McDermott and Antoine Diel
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• Friday 06/28/2024, 
• 8:00PM - 11:00PM
• Washboard Chaz Blues Trio
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2836 Lasalle Street, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana 70115

2828 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Wednesday

Jun 26

8:00 PM

Groovemaster Presents

Jon Cleary Solo

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

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

Swirl Wine Bar & Market

3143 Ponce de Leon Street

New Orleans, LA 7

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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, June 27

9:00 pm - 10:15 pm

(Entry at 8:00 pm

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• 2024 Spring Concert Series
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• 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. 
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• Gates Open - 5:00pm
• Performances - 6:00-8:00pm
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• Thursdays at Twilight is sponsored by
• the Louis and Virginia Clemente Foundation, Inc. with support from WWNO 89.9 FM.
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• SPRING SCHEDULE
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• June 27 | Gal Holiday and The Honky Tonk Revue
• $15.00

+ fees

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TODAY AT 11 PM – 2 AM

Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers

Blue Nile

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.

Get Tickets

EVENT DATES & THEMES:

June 28 - Pride Night

July 12 - 80s Night

July 26 - Yacht Rock Night

August 9 - R&B Night

August 23 - Bey/Tay Pop Night

Ricky Graham's family-friendly musical 'Grammaw and the Magic Goo' opens at Rivertown

• WILL COVIELLO  

 

JUN 28

Fri • 7:30pm

Grammaw and the Magic Goo

Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, Kenner LA

Buy Tix

JUN 29

Sat • 7:30pm

Grammaw and the Magic Goo

Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, Kenner LA

Buy Tix

JUN 30

Sun • 2:00pm

Grammaw and the Magic Goo

Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, Kenner LA

'Grammaw and the Magic Goo' runs June 21-30 at Rivertown Theaters.

• Photo provided by Ricky Graham

Children’s theater often has life lessons for young audiences, but there could be more uses for the magic onstage.

In “Grammaw and the Magic Goo,” writer and director Ricky Graham and friends thought about solving some of the city’s problems, like potholes.

“When we started working on [the show] in 2020, we were like, ‘we hope the problem is still around,’” Graham says. “But we didn’t have to worry about it having an expiration date.”

The family-friendly musical comedy should have plenty of legs, and it premieres this week at Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts.

The Grammaw is Judy, who lives in the Irish Channel, where her grandson Jayden visits her. Judy is friends with everyone in the neighborhood, from the local cop to neighbors Margie and teenaged twins Chloe and Zoe, who’ve just moved into the neighborhood. The only one who is not a good friend is Judy’s former-school-friend-turned-longtime-nemesis, Trudy.

The setting is Graham’s classic yatty New Orleans, immortalized in shows like “…And the Ball and All,” with the gossiping women of the Mystic Krewe of Terpsichore, whic

h has become an annual presentation at Rivertown. In “Grammaw and the Magic Goo,” there’s all the same yatty folk wisdom and nostalgia, like references to scrounging for Rex doubloons. Judy also is hooked on bad puns, but if anything isn’t typically New Orleans, it’s that she is a horrible cook.

Judy is, however, irrepressibly optimistic and determined. When she comes up with an idea to fix New Orleans' potholes, everybody takes notice, especially Trudy.

Graham credits the seed of the story to longtime collaborator and backstage organizer Su Gonzy. During the pandemic, they had plenty of down time while live entertainment venues were closed. When Gonzy came up with an idea, Graham enlisted pianist and composer Jefferson Turner. But unlike many local projects that sprung from the pandemic, they shelved it.

“When Jefferson wasn’t teaching, we started chatting about this silly idea, and we wrote about half of it.” Graham says. “Then school started again for Jefferson, and life started again for me and Su. The project disappeared, but then I pulled it out of the drawer a year ago.”

The production reunites Graham and Turner with several longtime collaborators, including Mandy Zirkenbach and Matthew Mickal, who frequently worked with Graham on his post-Hurricane Katrina “Renew Revue” cabaret shows.

Graham also brought on actors Ashley Lemmler and Jessie Terrebonne Thompson, who has done some cabaret work with Graham since the pandemic as well. Here Thompson’s the model Disney-style villain, complete with suffering sidekick, Graham says.

Turner composed the score for a three-piece band of piano, percussion and euphonium. Turner said the small tuba would help get the sound of a small New Orleans street band, Graham says.

The show also was tweaked by some of the younger actresses. They helped Graham with youth lingo of textspeak.

“The two girls in the show explained to me what everything was,” he says with a laugh. “They’re 13. They’re perfect.”

The show is for middle schoolers and up, Graham says. And there are some jokes for parents, about things like designer dog breeds.

Following this run, Graham and Turner again focus on young audiences. They’ll teach a camp at the National World War II Museum in which kids will learn about the war and put on a mini U.S.O. show. And after some directing work in the fall, Graham brings another original show to Rivertown for the holidays, “It’s a Wonderful Life, Y’all,” giving the classic a local twist.

“Grammaw and the Magic Goo” runs June 21-30. Tickets are $23.84 (including fees) via rivertowntheaters.com

Bayou Fighting Championship MMA and Boxing, Joe's Cabins and 6 others

Pontchartrain Convention & Civic Center

Tickets

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BFC68 Mixed Martial Arts Cagefights IS BACK at the Pontchartrain Center in New Orleans, La. on Friday, June 28th, 2024 with TONS of local talent featuring local Pro's Yehia Riles, Jared Fryoux, Jacob Small, Bayardo Garcia, Calvin Diaz + many tough and upcoming locals. Purchase your tickets online at www.bayoufc.com or thru any of your favorite local fighters. For any info call 504-810-2101. Kids 12 and under half price off any ticket! 

Pontchartrain Convention & Civic Center

4545 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA 70065-1449, United States

“Guardians Of The Flame” Film Premiere Celebrates Cultural Resilience

by: OFFBEAT STAFF

On Friday, June 28, 2024, at 7 p.m., the George and Joyce Wein Jazz & Heritage Center in New Orleans will host the premiere of “Guardians of the Flame,” a documentary directed by Daniel Wolff that delves deep into the heart of New Orleans’ cultural tapestry through the inspiring journey of the Harrison family.

Spanning 17 years of filming, “Guardians of the Flame” is a testament to resilience, creativity and the enduring spirit of cultural preservation. Following Hurricane Katrina’s devastation, the Harrison family emerged as stalwarts of Black masking culture. Led by matriarch Herreast Harrison, they embarked on a transformative mission to safeguard and redefine their heritage amidst challenges of systemic neglect and cultural appropriation. The movie captures three generations of hope. It shows what one family can do, how tradition gets passed on and re-made, what it means to stand for something.

Initiated by filmaker Jonathan Demme, “Guardians of the Flame” became a labor of love and commitment. Demme’s involvement spanned years of intimate filming sessions, capturing the everyday triumphs and challenges faced by the Harrison family as they navigated the complexities of cultural survival.

Attendees will witness the Harrison family’s journey through the lens of artistry and activism, exploring contributions such as Donald Harrison, Jr.’s Grammy-nominated musical career and Michele Harrison’s innovative beadwork. The documentary also highlights their advocacy for cultural literacy and community resilience, making a profound impact on New Orleans and beyond.

The premiere will feature special guests, including members of the Harrison family and collaborators who contributed to this the documentary. You can learn more about the documentary at guardiansoftheflamemovie.com.

As the culmination of years of dedication and storytelling, “Guardians of the Flame” celebrates the vibrancy of New Orleans’ cultural heritage and serves as a testament to the power of preserving and revitalizing traditions for future generations.

Orpheum Theatre Free Summer Movie Series -

~ 129 Roosevelt Way

~ Doors open 5:30pm, show begins: 6pm

~ Open to all ages, no ticket needed

~ Seating is General Admission – first come first available

~ No outside food or drink allowed in, Orpheum Theater Concession Stand will be OPEN

June 28 – Coco

June 29 – Dune: Part 1

June 29 – Dune: Part 2

Black and Gold Gala

OPEN BAR I HEAVY HORS D’OEUVRES I LIVE ENTERTAINMENT I  SILENT AUCTION

C E L E B R A T E T H E R E G I O N 

     AT THIS LANDMARK EVENT.

Join the Greater New Orleans Region for the Jefferson Chamber Gala!

Party with top community activists, elected officials, & business leaders.

The Jefferson Chamber’s Black & Gold Gala – The Bye Year, presented by CF Industries, will take place on Friday, June 28, 2024. The New Orleans Saints and Pelicans host this event at the Ochsner Sports Performance Center, home of the New Orleans Saints Training Field; however, due to renovations at the training facility, this year’s event will be hosted at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center.

THIS is our biggest event of the year and it’s a night not to miss! Join us for an extravagant evening of delicious food, festive drinks, entertainment, and exceptional people.

TICKETS to this event include open bar, heavy hors d’oeuvres, live entertainment, silent auction, and other experiences. Cocktail attire is encouraged. A curated selection of local gifts, certificates, and experiences will be auctioned during the event as well as domestic and international travel opportunities. Games, presentations, and more will be showcased throughout the evening.

Note: This event is open to the public. Guests must be 21+ to attend. Additional tickets will be available for purchase at the event entrance at 7 p.m.

P R O M O T E  YOUR BUSINESS AT THE 2024 SILENT AUCTION

(PRINTABLE AUCTION LETTER + FORM)

This event is open to the public. Guests must be 21+ to attend.

Ticket Packages

CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS!

City of Covington - Office of Cultural Arts & Events

Sparks In The Park this Saturday, the park opens at 5:30!

Sparks in the Park

 Get a jump on 4th of July celebrations and bring your lawn chairs and blankets to Covington's Bogue Falaya Park, Saturday, June 29th for their annual "Sparks in the Park", a free festival celebrating America's Independence Day with loads of food, music and fun for all ages. 

Join us at Bogue Falaya Park this Saturday from 5:30PM to 9:00PM. Free Admission.

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.

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

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. 

Save Our Cemeteries

5100 Pontchartrain Blvd

New Orleans, LA 70124

A day celebrating and learning about cemeteries, history and much more.

Join Save Our Cemeteries on Sunday, June 30th at Lakelawn Metairie Cemetery for an all-day conference on everything cemeteries! Learn how to research your genealogy. Discover the influence the Irish have had on New Orleans’ cemeteries. Understand how to properly clean and preserve your tomb. Comprehend the true history of Jazz Funerals in New Orleans. Find out about two of our most famous Italian society tombs. And unearth the secrets of a New Orleans gravedigger.

Doors at 9:30AM. Light pastries will be available.

All lectures will be approximately 45 minutes, with 10 minutes for questions and a five-minute break.

Lunch is included.

10AM to 10:55AM: Jari Honora: “Genealogy Beyond Name Gathering: Sources, Information, Evidence”

11AM to 11:55AM: James McKay III: “The Impact of Irish Immigration on New Orleans Cemeteries.”

12PM to 12:55PM: Michelle Duhon: “Tomb Restoration and Preservation.”

1PM to 1:30PM: Lunch

1:30PM to 2:25PM: John McCusker: “Why is a Jazz Funeral not a Jazz Funeral?”

2:30PM to 3:25PM: Chris Caravella: “Italian Benevolent Society Tombs in New Orleans.”

3:30PM to 4:25PM Sally Asher & Nick Black:” Interview with a Gravedigger.”

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.

 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

July 4th Celebration

with the New Orleans Concert Band

/// July 4 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

Join the New Orleans Concert Band and members of the American Legion Band (Post 350) for their annual Independence Day celebration at Ogden Museum of Southern Art, featuring patriotic favorites, a salute to our armed forces and a few surprises.

Admission is free, but pre-registration is requested.

REGISTER

2024 Full Moon schedule

(all times Eastern)

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• 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.

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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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

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)