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Frank Stansbury
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PRETEND TO BE A TIME TRAVELER DAY
Pretend to Be a Time Traveler Day on December 8th encourages us to step from our Tardis or flip open our Omni while wearing clothes from the past. At the same time, we should act appropriately confused by certain technology.
Time travel has captured our imaginations for generations. Science and authors keep coming back to the topic again and again, so it should be no surprise there would be a day to pretend to be a time traveler. The original blog post that got the day rolling can be found here. For more resources on how to be a time travel or at least act like one, we can explore the wide array of television and movies produced over the decades.
For example, the original Doctor Who produced 26 seasons. Some might say that might be plenty of resource material right there. Let's not stop, though. We've made a list and some of them might surprise you.
Television
Doctor Who
Quantum Leap
Outlander
Voyagers!
The Time Tunnel
Tru Calling
Continuum
11.22.63
Fringe
Books
A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle
The Time Machine by H.G. Wells
The Magic Treehouse series by Mary Pope Osborne
A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court by Mark Twain
The Restaurant at the End of the Universe by Douglas Adams
Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban by J.K. Rowling
The Time Traveler's Wife by Audrey Niffenegger
Movies
Groundhog Day
Back to the Future
The Terminator
Bill & Ted's Excellent Adventure
Midnight in Paris
Edge of Tomorrow
About Time
Peggy Sue Got Married
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City Park, Sunday Farmers Market in New OrleansDecember 8, 2024
8 am - 12 pm
New Orleans City Park
Tad Gormley Stadium
Marconi Drive @ Navarre Ave.
Directions and Parking
The Sunday Market is located in the parking lot of Tad Gormley Stadium at the corner of Marconi and Navarre. While the parking lot is closed off to house the market, there is plenty of parking along Marconi and surrounding streets. Please be diligent about following parking signs and only park in clearly marked spaces with perpendicular markings. DO NOT park in the bike lanes, as this makes our market space unsafe to bikers and pedestrians and threatens our ability to continue operating the market here. No parking allowed on the neutral ground. Please don't pull up into the market driveway for recycling pick ups or drop offs. Thank you for understanding!
RTA Bus Route 27: Louisiana passes right by market! Click here to view more details about route 27.
No Cash? No Problem!
All of our vendors accept cash and tokens. Swipe for tokens on-site at the orange Welcome Tent with debit, credit, or EBT SNAP.
Shop with SNAP!
Market Umbrella implements fresh food incentive programs such as Market Match, which doubles SNAP dollars spent at market for the purchase of fresh fruits and vegetables. Starting January 1st, 2023, market match will be unlimited, allowing us to match each EBT dollar being swiped for on-site at the orange Welcome Tent.
Between June and the end of November, certified market vendors accept Farmers Market Nutrition Program vouchers for both seniors and WIC participants. Market Umbrella is able to double FMNP benefits with tokens on-site at the Welcome Tent.
City Park Vendors Scheduled for
Sunday
5D Natural Farm
Amorphous Gardens
Anna Marie Seafood
Applied Arts
Buttery Spell
Candlestick Bakery
Casa Borrega
Coffee Science
Costantini Pasta
Crisp Farms
Faust Farms
Fat Cat Farm
Figue Envie
Fresh Fruit Sensations
Gingerbooch
Honest Foods
Isabel's Tamales and Produce
Johndales Farm
JuiceSEE
La Vie En Rose
Latino Snacks
Leo's Bread
Louisiana's Best Kettlecorn
Micro Pharms
Mizell Farms
Monica's Okra World
Mycelium Express
Paw Paw's Donuts
Pearl River Pastures
Pete & Clara's Seafood
Poché Family Farm
Powers Beekeepers
Riverboat Coffee
Rose Wagon Ranch
Roulaison Distilling Co
Sassy Cajun Spices
Star Nursery
Take Box
T&R Dairy
Things N Stuff
Too Tall
VEGGI Farmers Cooperative
White Oaks
White Sand Homestead
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Our 2024 Dates:
NOV: ,
DEC: 8
(Rain or Shine)
9:45 AM to 5:00 PM
Best Festival in History!
The Louisiana Renaissance Festival is a lively and immersive event that aims to recreate the atmosphere, culture, and entertainment of the Renaissance period, which typically spanned from the 14th to the 17th century in Europe.
Every autumn the Louisiana Renaissance Festival creates the English village of Albright, with more than 600 artisans, entertainers, and educational demonstrations welcoming you to the best parts of the 16th century: fun, clean, safe, and educational.
Overall, the Louisiana Renaissance Festival provides a unique opportunity for guests to step back in time and experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of the Renaissance period in a fun and immersive environment.
Simplest directions (during the faire):
Take I-12 Exit #42, and follow the signs to
( 46468 River Road, Hammond LA 70401 )
- Click Here to open in your map app -
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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Join us here at Palmettos on Sundays from
10 am to 3 pm for an authentic
Louisiana Jazz Brunch.
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JAZZ BRUNCH HOURS
SUN0AY
10 am – 3 pm
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Prefer to make your reservation via phone?
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Travel Back in Time with Dinosaurs at Audubon Zoo
EXTENDED by Popular Demand
Now - January 5, 2025
Enjoy even more time with the popular Dinosaurs at Audubon Zoo exhibit featuring over 50 life-size animatronic dinosaurs & dino-themed activities.
Hurry before they are extinct!
Now - January 5, 2025 only
| Daily 10AM - 5PM (Last entry 4:30PM)
Experience the awe-inspiring world of the pre-historic era with our spectacular collection of over 50 life-size, lifelike dinosaurs. This must-see exhibit at Audubon Zoo is perfect for dinosaur enthusiasts of all ages.
Stroll through our immersive outdoor adventure at your own pace and marvel at the wonders of 65 million years ago. Encounter iconic dinosaurs such as the Tyrannosaurus Rex, Velociraptor, Brachiosaurus, and Stegosaurus. Don't miss this thrilling journey into the past!
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Lakeside Shopping Center
3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA, United States, Louisiana 70002
Join Lakeside Shopping Center for Beignets with Mr. Bingle!
The $35 ticket includes beignets and beverages, a Mr. Bingle & Santa Claus meet and greet with families, one Spirit of Mr. Bingle ornament per family, train rides for children, a 5” x 7” photo with Santa and Mr. Bingle, Mr. Bingle Ice Cream Cone provided by Haagen-Dazs and Fairy Floss Cotton Candy!
Each person in your party will need to have a ticket to enter this private event. This is an exclusive event and tickets are limited
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The application period for selection to volunteer on a police district-based Police Community Advisory Board (PCAB) is NOW OPEN!
Police Community Advisory Boards are volunteer, independent, police district-based, citizen led advisory groups that communicate and engage with their police district community at large to provide at least four quarterly PCAB/community meetings. The PCAB led quarterly community meetings are designed to gather the police district community together to allow it to discuss New Orleans Police Department policy and policing with the goal of then identifying board recommendations to improve policy and policing for NOPD to consider.
The eight police district-based PCABs are seeking applicants willing and able to provide the time to this important civic work.
In terms of basic requirements, applicants must be at least 18 years old, a resident of New Orleans (Orleans Parish), a resident of the PCAB police district, and must be willing and able to provide the time to assist with organizing the PCAB/community meetings, to spend time learning about NOPD policies and operations, to meet and regularly communicate with your fellow district PCAB members as necessary and as a team, and to participate in PCAB outreach that builds awareness of the district PCAB so that community participation at quarterly PCAB/community meetings is robust.
Selected members of a police district-based Police Community Advisory Board serve at least one two-year term with an option for a second two-year term.
The DEADLINE to SUBMIT is 5 pm, Monday, December 30, 2024.
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Harahan Farmers Market
- weekly on Sunday
- Address: 6601 10th Street, Harahan, LA
- Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
- Price: FREE
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keelhaul
/kēl-hôl/
Definition: To punish someone severely, especially by dragging them under the keel of a ship as a form of maritime discipline.
Origin: The term originates from the practice in naval warfare during the 17th century, where sailors would be tied and dragged under the ship’s keel as a punishment for various offenses.
Example: After the crew mutinied, the captain threatened to keelhaul anyone who refused to follow orders.
The phrase "punish severely" encapsulates the essence of the term "keelhaul." Historically, keelhauling was an extreme form of punishment used by sailors, signifying a brutal discipline method intended to instill fear and maintain order on a ship. The act involved dragging a sailor underwater, which not only caused physical harm but also served as a stark warning to others. This severe punishment reflects the harsh realities of life at sea during earlier centuries, where maintaining strict discipline was often deemed necessary for survival and effective operation of the crew.
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Rodrigue:
Before the Blue Dog
A new Louisiana State Museum exhibition Rodrigue: Before the Blue Dog, opens at the Cabildo .
This new exhibit presents more than fifty of Rodrigue's unique paintings alongside Louisiana State Museum artifacts related to Cajun culture.
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Sponsored
North Pole Express Safari at Global Wildlife Center Get ready to go on a journey this holiday season with the Global Wildlife Center for their North Pole Express Safari, on December 8, 15, and 22!
The North Pole Express Safari includes:
- Hot Chocolate and S'mores
- Children get a Believers Bell and Golden Ticket
- Santa and Mrs. Claus available for free photos
- Snap a selfie in front of Global Wildlife Center’s giant Christmas tree
Experience a whimsical adventure with winter wonderland decorated safari wagons in your holiday themed pajamas. There will also be "snow" in the forecast.
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Save the date for our annual Christkindlmarkt, or Christmas market. Featuring crafts and wares from very talented local artists for purchase, German food, bier, glühwein (mulled wine), live music and entertainment for the whole family, even visits from St. Nick & friends. Free entry, December 6th through 8th. Friday 4-8, Saturday 11-8, Sunday 11-4. | |
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SUNDAY DECEMBER 8
OPEN AT 11:00 aM
Aaron Levinson & friends
11:00am-1:00pm
Felipe Kerrar Jazz Band
1:30PM-5:00PM
MIDNIGHT BRAWLERS
5:30PM-8:30PM
ED WILLS BLUES 4 $ALE
9:00PM-12:00AM
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The City of Covington's 12 Days of Christmas walking tour is up and ready to go! Grab the family or a friend and get your Christmas jogging jingle onor get in the car and make it a Christmas cruise | |
Los Jefes Grill
Brunch isn’t brunch without bottomless drinks… and now a mariachi band. Weekend brunch Saturday + Sunday 11AM — 2PM. KIDS EAT FREE!
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FRITZELS DECEMBER 2024 MUSIC CALENDAR
SUNDAY
12:30PM DOYLE COOPER BAND (12/1, 12/15, 12/29) MARTY PETERS BAND (12/8, 12/22)
5PM SAZERAC JAZZ BAND
8PM FRITZELS ALL STAR BAND W/MIKE FULTON
MONDAY
1PM MATINEE ALL STARS BAND
5PM TIN MEN
8PM RICHARD SCOTT AND FRIENDS
TUESDAY
1PM RICHARD "PIANO" SCOTT (CLOSED FOR PRIVATE PARTY 12/17)
5PM COLIN MYERS ORCHESTRA
8PM FRITZELS ALL STAR BAND W/JAMIL SHARIF
WEDNESDAY
1PM RICHARD "PIANO" SCOTT
5PM BOURBON STREET STARS
8PM FRITZELS ALL STAR BAND W/KEVIN RAY CLARK
THURSDAY
12PM RICHARD "PIANO" SCOTT
2PM DOYLE COOPER BAND
5PM JOHN SAAVEDRA BAND
8PM FRITZELS ALL STAR BAND W/CHUCK BRACKMAN
FRIDAY
12:30PM RICHARD "PIANO" SCOTT (SAZARAC JAZZ BAND 12/13)
2:30PM SAM FRIEND JAZZ BAND
6PM WOODIS/LANGE BAND (12/13, 12/27)) SAM LOBLEY BAND ( 12/6, 12/20)
9PM FRITZELS ALL STAR BAND W/KEVIN RAY CLARK
SATURDAY
12:30PM RICHARD "PIANO" SCOTT (SAZARAC JAZZ BAND 12/28)
2:30PM STEVE DETROY BAND
6PM BOURBON MATINEE JAZZ BAND W/CHUCK BRACKMAN
9PM FRITZELS ALL STAR BAND W/JAMIL SHARIF
Kevin Ray Clark
Clark Entertainment Consultants, LLC
619 23rd Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
contact: kevinclarkentertainment@gmail.com
website: www.kevinrayclark.com
nightcrawlers website: www.neworleansnightcrawlersbrassband.com
Music Director
Fritzel's Jazz Pub
"Bourbon Street's oldest jazz club"
733 Bourbon Street
New Orleans, LA 70116
www.Fritzelsjazz.com
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NEW GENERATION SOCIAL AID & PLEASURE CLUB
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2024 – NOON
Start: A.L. Davis Park, Washington Ave. and LaSalle St. Proceed up Washington to Dryades to Philip St. Left on Philip St. and right on Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. to Jackson Ave.
Stop: Chicken Mart (New Generation). Right on Simon Bolivar to Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Turn left on MLK to Magnolia St.
Stop: Ladies of Unity. Proceed up MLK and left on S. Dorgenois. Continue on Dorgenois and left on Washington Ave.
Stop: Tapp's (Valley of Silent Men). Proceed on Washington Ave.
Disband A.L. Davis Park
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Here’s the Saints’ full 2024 schedule in list format
Regular season
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 Su
nday, Jan. 4-5. (TBD)
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Racing Schedule
Thursday through Sunday
We love seeing horses in the paddock again! Doors open at 12, first race is at 12:45
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Pups & Pints at Chafunkta Brewing Co.
- Recurring Recurring weekly on Sunday
- Time: 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM
- Price: Free
- Chafunkta Brewing Company
- 69123 Skybrook Rd., Mandeville, LA 70471
- (985) 869-0716
Make your Sunday a true FUNDAY with Chafunkta Brewery's "Pups and Pints," every Sunday! Bring your dog to the brewery on Sundays and your second pint is free. Don't have a pup or can't bring one? That's OK, as 10% of ALL SALES will go to the Northshore Humane Society.
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Sunday, December 8, 2024
Sunday December 8th
1:00pm
Sunday December 8th
6:30pm
Buy tickets
Upcoming PerformancesBuddy, a young orphan, mistakenly crawls into Santa's bag of gifts and is transported to the North Pole. The would-be elf is raised, unaware that he is a human until his enormous size and poor toy-making abilities cause him to face the truth. With Santa's permission, Buddy embarks on a journey to New York City to find his birth father and discover his identity. Faced with the harsh realities that his father is on the naughty list and his half-brother doesn't even believe in Santa, Buddy is determined to win over his new family and help New York remember the true meaning of Christmas.
Everyone, regardless of age, needs a ticket to attend the show.
If you need to purchase parking ONLY and you have already purchased tickets or have a Broadway subscription to the show, please reach out to our Call Center. They can assist you with purchasing parking over the phone. The number to the Call Center is 888-611-8178.
We apologize for any inconvenience in this process.
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LSU Women's Basketball
Overall
10 - 0
Sun.
Dec 8
vs.
Grambling
Bossier City, La. (Brookshire Grocery Arena)
2:00 pm CT
Sun.
Dec 15
vs.
UL-Lafayette
Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)
Presented by
2:00 pm CT
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LSU
Sun.
Dec 8
vs.
Florida Gulf Coast
Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)
2:00 pm CT
Sat.
Dec 14
vs.
SMU
Frisco, Texas (Comerica Center)
3:00 pm CT
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Merry Mandeville! Winter on the Water
A Family-Friendly Celebration Featuring a Parade, Vendors, Kids Tent, and Live Entertainment
Mandeville, LA (November 20, 2024) – The City of Mandeville is thrilled to announce the return of the beloved Winter on the Water Parade and Festival at the picturesque Mandeville Lakefront and Trailhead on Saturday, December 7, 2024. This cherished holiday tradition promises a festive day filled with activities for all ages, creating memories that last a lifetime.
The event will kick off with the WOW Parade, welcoming Santa & Mrs. Claus to the City and showcasing beautifully decorated floats, local marching bands, and holiday characters spreading cheer along the route. Families are encouraged to arrive early and grab a spot to enjoy the spectacle and catch some of the festive throws!
Following the parade, the festival at the Mandeville Trailhead will offer an array of holiday delights:
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Live Entertainment: Enjoy performances by Jourdan Blue of American Idol fame; Mandeville Elementary School Bell Chorus; Scenes from the Nutcracker by Arabesque Ballet Theater; and Community Caroling led by local choirs on the Trailhead stage.
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Holiday Market and Vendor Village: Stroll through a curated selection of local vendors offering handcrafted gifts, seasonal treats, and unique finds perfect for your holiday shopping.
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Kids Tent: A magical area filled with fun activities for the little ones, including arts and crafts; face painting; visits, letters, and pictures with Santa Claus & Mrs. Claus!
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The Winter on the Water Parade and Festival is free and open to the public, making it the perfect holiday outing for families, friends, and visitors.
Event Details:
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Date: Saturday, December 7, 2024
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Time: Parade 2:00 p.m., Trailhead Festival 3:00 p.m. following the parade
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Location: Mandeville Trailhead, 675 Lafitte Street
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Parade Route: Lakeshore Drive - Girod Street - to end at the Trailhead
For more information about the Winter on the Water Parade and Festival, please visit www.experiencemandeville.org or contact (985) 624-3127. Come and join us as we celebrate the magic of the season in Mandeville – we can’t wait to see you there!
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Bishop's Visitation
On December 8th, please make plans to attend the 10 am service as we welcome Bishop Shannon Duckworth to Christ Episcopal Church. We look forward to her being with us as we celebrate Eucharist, baptisms, and confirmations.
Please note: There will be only one celebration of the Holy Eucharist on the 8th. The 8 am and 5 pm services will resume on the 15th.
Giving With Gratitude Picnic
Immediately following the 10 am service on December 8th, the Stewardship team has planned an amazing church-wide picnic. We hope all parishioners, visitors, and guests will join us for our "Giving With Gratitude" lunch as we celebrate the Bishop's visitation and give thanks to all parishioners for supporting our 2025 stewardship campaign.
Advent Evensong
Also on December 8th, make plans to attend Evensong at 5 pm in the Church. This is a beautiful service of song and prayer. During the pilgrimage to England this fall, members of our congregation had the opportunity to worship in Canterbury Cathedral and enjoy Evensong there. We are grateful to our choir for their making Evensong possible here at our church as part of our Advent celebrations.
Christ Episcopal Church, Covington
985.892.3177
120 S. New Hampshire Street | Covington, LA 70433 US
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Join us at the city of Kenner's Magical Christmas Village, where you can enjoy lights, snow, music, food, arts, crafts, and a special appearance from Santa Claus himself. Don't miss out on exciting vendors and entertainment!
- Admission: Free
- Location: Heritage Park in Rivertown, located at 2015 Fourth Street
- Date: This event is open to the public every day in December from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM.
Vendors and entertainment will be present every Friday & Saturday.
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We're excited to announce that our Holiday in the Park is now open until Sunday, January 5, 2025. Location: 5601 Read Boulevard, New Orleans, La. 70127. Time: Nightly, from dusk until 9:00pm. Big 'Thank You' goes to our sponsor, New Orleans East Hospital! We appreciate you! For more information, call 504-658-3052. | |
Check out our Daily SPECIALS Y’all!
- 4101 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 324-6841
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Christmas in Lafreniere Park
Jefferson Parish's Lafreniere Park returns its Holiday Light Display this Christmas season. A longtime festive tradition, the park will be adorned with snowflake, candy-cane, and nutcracker lights that will turn on at 5:30 p.m. until 9 p.m. daily! Opening on December 1 through December 25, tickets range in prices from $10 to $15 per car.
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Make Memories to Last a Lifetime
November 29 - January 3
City Park’s largest fundraiser, Celebration in the Oaks, is THE New Orleans holiday tradition. This incredible light festival has enchanted Park visitors since the 1980s and is vital to the Park’s maintenance, care, and beautification year round. Make memories with your loved ones in City Park this holiday season.
Tickets On Sale!
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Everyone’s favorite holiday party is now a little bit more festive!
Get Tickets
MON-THURS + SUN HOURS
Driving Tour: 6pm–10pm
Walking Tour: 6pm–10pmFRIDAY/SATURDAY HOURS
Driving Tour: 5pm–11pm
Walking Tour: 5pm–11pm *Christmas Hours: 6pm–9pm
Proceeds benefit the continued beautification and preservation of New Orleans City Park’s 1,300 acres
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Christmas Lights at Destrehan Plantation
Saturday
December 7, 2024
6:00 pm
Destrehan Plantation
13034 River Road
Destrehan LA 70047
Step into the holiday season ~ take the family to see the wonderful Christmas lights at Destrehan Plantation in the beautiful Alley of Oaks! Destrehan Plantation is only 25 minutes from New Orleans and 10 minutes from the airport. The kids will love all the fun activities at The Spirit of Christmas including pictures with Santa, Santa’s Workshop, duck races, Christmas caroling, Christmas stand-ins, light projections, holiday treats and pony rides for the kids. Free parking is available. Purchase tickets here! This family friendly holiday event is a fundraiser for the Greater New Orleans Therapeutic Riding Center. The Creole Christmas Combo Tour includes a walking tour of The Spirit of Christmas Lighting in the Alley of Oaks and a tour of the stately house with all of its festive holiday decorations. The Spirit of Christmas Walking Tour, is a 1/4 mile walking tour that winds through 5 acres of stately oak trees. The tour sports over 70 lighted frames, 50 Christmas trees, a lighted tunnel, and features The Cajun Night Before Christmas, by Trosclair, with permission from Arcadia Publishing. During the House Tour, guests will walk in the footsteps of those who lived in the house for 128 years. See, hear, and experience the French customs of a Creole Christmas among the beautifully adorned home in traditional finery befitting the time and style of this historic home as you tour. Learn how both free and enslaved people who lived here shaped holiday customs, brought to life through unique decorations and accounts of the past. Tours dates are time specific and are as follows: Tour times are 6:00 pm, 6:30 pm, 7:00 pm and 7:30 pm December 8 and December 13 through 23, 2024. ADMISSION: $20.00 Adult (18+); $15.00 Youth (7-17 yrs. of age); $5.00 per child (3-6 yrs. of age). Free for children 2 and under
Who
Everyone - family friendly!
Cost
$20.00 Adult (18+); $15.00 Youth (7-17 yrs. of age); $5.00 per child (3-6 yrs. of age). Free for children 2 and under
How
Pay admission here.
More Info
https://www.destrehanplantation.org/
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SunDec08
6:00PM
Treme Brass Band
Tickets
End your weekend with New Orleans' premier traditional brass band, led and founded by Benny Jones Sr!
SunDec08
9:30PM
Vegas Cola Band
Tickets
Vegas Cola Band is the living accumulation of the bandleader’s expert experience and captivating charisma. Soul. Funk. R&B.
MonDec09
6pm
Secret Six Jazz Band
RSVP
Tickets
The Secret Six are a New Orleans traditional Jazz Band evoking the rich style of collective improvistion and ensemble playing. Specializing in stomps, blueses, rags, and no frills hot jazz!
MonDec09
9:00pm-1:00am
The Jump Hounds
The Jump Hounds is a New Orleans-based sextet that specializes in ‘jump’, the jazz-based rhythm and blues that bridged the gap between swing and rock & roll. To keep this often-overlooked style of music alive, the band plays a mix of Jump Era classics and original compositions within the idiom. The result is a repertoire that balances energetic up-tempo numbers, slow blues, and cozy mid-tempo swingers. This breadth of material makes for dynamic live shows that are tailored to the audience.
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The Centennial Light in Livermore, California is the world's oldest known continuously burning light bulb. It was first turned on in 1901 and is located at 4550 East Avenue in Livermore Fire Station No. 6. | |
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Let’s Get Blitzened!
A Christmas Cabaret
Sundays, December 8, 15, & 22
7 o’clock Monkey Hill Bar 6100 Magazine Street
Admission: $20
Reservations: 504-202-0986 or melonsongs@gmail.com
Forget your troubles and join us for another year of Christmas merrymaking and lunacy! Alden Hagardorn, Philip Melancon, Heidi Melancon, Mary Flynn, Claudia Baumgarten, Alfred Richard, and Hector Ventura will jingle away with their heartfelt pasquinades to an unsuspecting public.
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Marigny Opera Ballet Presents: HERE
Marigny Opera House Foundation
725 Saint Ferdinand Street
New Orleans, LA 70117
Sunday, December 8, 2024
Friday-Sunday, December 13-15, 2024
8:00PM Performance | 7:30PM Doors Open
$75 VIP Red cushioned chairs, great views – Only 20 available each show, online only!
$65 General Admission / $40 Student, senior, etc.
The Marigny Opera Ballet presents a premiere of original song & dance for two wintry weekends – an uplifting & joyful journey through art!
HERE presents movement and musical collaboration exploring our journey through time—honoring the past, embracing the present, and looking toward a hopeful future. With uplifting choreography by Christian Denice and Diogo De Lima, as well as live music by Ted Joyner, these performances aim to inspire with a sense of hope and positive momentum.
HERE is an immersive exploration of time and place, centered around the history and present-day significance of the Marigny Opera House, originally built in 1847 as Holy Trinity Catholic Church by New Orleans’ German immigrant community. With choreography by internationally acclaimed choreographer Christian Denice and Artistic Director Diogo de Lima, this program of two contemporary ballets reflects on the passage of time, the power of presence, and the historical narratives embedded in the Marigny Opera House, and the Marigny Opera Ballet achieves yet a higher level of artistic and technical achievement.
This program fuses classical and contemporary elements to bring the past into conversation with the present. Music for HERE is composed by Ted Joyner (of Generationals) and performed live by The Delachaise Ensemble (featuring string quartet, bassoon, and piano). Jeff Pagano collaborates on orchestration and arrangement, while Brian Danos – composer, producer, and electronic experimentalist – will assist with both arrangement and performance, utilizing sequencers, samplers, and analog synthesizers to enhance the score.
Soon, we present programming that celebrates connection and life’s beautiful moments.
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2836 Lasalle Street, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana 70115
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Skate Country, located at 1100 Terry Parkway in Terrytown,
Skate Country is open from 8-11 p.m. on Thursdays, 7-10 p.m. on Fridays and from 1-10 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. Admission prices range from $8 to $15, and skate rentals are $5.
Skate Country’s schedule offers the following events:
- “Adult Night” from 8-11 p.m. Thursdays
- “Top Music Chart Night” from 7-10 p.m. Friday-Saturday
- “Family Matinee” from 1-3:30 p.m. and 4-6:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday
“Sunday Night Skate” from 7-10 p.m. Sunday.
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Takin' It to the Streets
Weekly Brass Band events:
Mondays - Big 6 Brass Band at Da Jump Off Lounge (1901 N. Claiborne Ave.) - 9pm
Tuesdays - TBC Brass Band at Maple Leaf Bar (8316 Oak St.) - 9pm
Tuesdays - Sporty's Brass Band at Hi Ho Lounge (2239 St. Claude Ave) - 9pm
Tuesdays - Brass Band at Rabbit Hole (1228 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.) - 10pm
Wednesdays - New Breed Brass Band at Blue Nile (532 Frenchmen St.) - 9:30pm
Thursdays - Brass-A-Holics at Jazz Playhouse (300 Bourbon St.) - 7:30pm
Thursdays - Where Y'At Brass Band at Blue Nile (532 Frenchmen St.) - 9pm
Fridays - Sporty's Brass Band at Brass Hall (1104 Decatur St.) - 9pm
Fridays - Trumpet Slim & Brass Flavor at Blue Nile Balcony Room (532 Frenchmen St.) - 10pm
Saturdays - Marigny Street Brass Band at Blue Nile Balcony Room (532 Frenchmen St.) - 10pm
Saturdays - City of Trees Brass Band at Maison (508 Frenchmen St.) - 10pm
Sundays - Brass Band Sundays at Treme Hideaway (1234 N. Claiborne) - 10pm
Sundays - Street Legends Brass Band at Blue Nile (532 Frenchmen St.) - 10:30pm
Sundays - Hot 8 Brass Band at the Howlin' Wolf (907 S. Peters St) - 10:30pm
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NATIONAL BROWNIE DAY
Each year on December 8th, brownie lovers across the nation enjoy one of their favorite baked goods on National Brownie Day.
In the United States, the chocolate brownie is a favorite, with the blonde brownie running a close second. A blonde brownie is made with brown sugar and no chocolate and is often called a blondie.
The earliest recipes for brownies we are familiar with today are found published in regional cookbooks and newspapers around the turn of the last century. The 1904 Laconia, NH Home Cookery, the 1904 Chicago, IL Service Club Cook Book, and an April 2, 1905, edition of The Boston Globe are three early examples. In 1906, Fannie Merritt Farmer published a recipe in an edition of The Boston Cooking School Cook Book.
Three myths have gained popularity over the years regarding the creation of the brownie:
- In an accidental mixing of ingredients, a chef added melted chocolate to biscuit dough.
- A forgetful cook left out the flour when mixing the batter.
- When a housewife did not have baking powder, she improvised to create this new treat. The wife decided to serve her guest flattened cakes.
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Have you ever been in a “situationship”? 10 new slang terms explained
Published on December 8, 2024
Credit: The Chaffins
We know it's hard to keep up with the trends all the time. On the streets and in the media, new music, dance moves, hair and clothing styles, apps, or even new flavors are constantly emerging. But also new words! Gen Z people have found original and clever ways to name all kinds of everyday things and situations. If you want to stay up to date with the latest slang, don't miss this article with 10 today's terms and expressions!
1Era
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What we used to call just a "phase" has taken on a more epic tone and is now called an "era." This slang term describes a period marked by certain behaviors or characteristics that define a person's current situation.
If you are trying to see the world with different eyes and find the bright side in every situation, let's say you are in your "positive era." Do you have a friend who got tired of being told what to do and now speaks her mind without fear? Well, it's clear she has entered her "villain era." And what about that cousin who got his first job recently? Today's teens would say he's in his "independent era." And so we could go on all day. What would you say is your current era?
2Extra
Credit: Zachary Kadolph
This term first appeared in the 2000s, but it has successfully re-emerged in recent years, especially on social media.
Have you ever seen someone desperately crying because they dropped a piece of toast? Remember that colleague who wore an overly formal suit to a casual barbecue? Well, you could say they were being "extra."
"Extra" is a slang word used to describe people, behaviors, or situations that are excessive or overdramatic. You know, anything that's just too much. Does anyone come to mind right now?
3Bussin'
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When someone takes a bite, and you hear "mmm," it can only mean one thing: the food is delicious. But now there's a new word to express your approval when tasting a dish: "Bussin'!"
If you buy some snacks for your nephew and he says, "Yeah, bussin'!" Congratulations, you've made the right choice. "Bussin'" is used to describe anything considered excellent or well done, especially when it's about food and drink.
Next time you want to recommend a restaurant, you can say their desserts are bussin'!
4Rent free
Credit: Helena Lopes
We've all been in love. Especially when we're young, the idea of that elusive crush is always in our thoughts. In other cases, it's not love but worries that occupy our minds all day long. There are also moments when we can't stop thinking about a book or series we want to return to when we get home.
There is an expression to refer to all those thoughts: they are said to be living "rent-free" in our minds. This witty expression implies that these recurrent ideas emerge without the need for any external stimulus, reason, or effort, and they will probably stay there.
5Slay
Credit: Drahomír Hugo Posteby-Mach
When your outfit, attitude, words, or anything you do goes well and impresses others, you may hear "Slay!"
While confusing at first, this is a slang term for showing approval. When this word appears, it means someone is doing a great job or "killin' it." You've probably read it in the comments under a photo of celebrities "slaying" on a red carpet, or maybe under a video with many likes. Even famous people have adopted the word, helping it become more popular.
Next time you like what you see or hear, you know what expression to use to compliment the person in front of you.
6Ick
Credit: Volodymyr Hryshchenko
We already have the term to show approval; now it's time for a word that expresses the opposite.
New generations have this term for when something unexpected or unacceptable happens. If someone suddenly changes their attitude toward you and starts being rude, if someone uses a weird word at work, or if that person you've been dating says something a little embarrassing or even offensive, the word you're looking for to describe how you feel is "ick." When something makes you uncomfortable or disgusts you, it's said it "gave you the ick."
Fun fact: The word was added to the dictionary in 2024!
7Main character
Credit: Daniel Wirtz
There are people who know how to stand out wherever they go. Whether it's their style, their way of speaking, the confidence they show, or their talent to make great decisions, today's slang has an expression for these people: they are the "main characters."
Have you ever felt that powerful emotion after finally setting boundaries and deciding for yourself? You know those days when you wake up in a great mood and feel extremely confident? Well, in those moments, you are definitely the main character.
8Iykyk
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Do you recognize that anecdote, song, joke, or expression that only you and your best friend understand and share? While it sounds like a word in some foreign language, "Iykyk" stands for "if you know, you know." This written expression is used as a kind of warning or disclaimer: only a privileged few will understand the information, which is presented in code or as an inside joke.
This term appeared on social media around 2010, and since then, it has become more and more popular. Have you ever read it before?
9Vibe
Credit: Afif Ramdhasuma
The word "vibe" is one of the most used terms by young people in their daily conversations as well as in their online chats, and it's used to describe the mood or the energy emanating from a person or even an entire place.
It's all about emotions and sensations. You know that colleague who's always complaining or that person who has a special talent to bring everyone's mood down? Well, you can confidently say they "don't pass the vibe check."
If, on the other hand, someone immediately connects with you or makes you feel great, we would say that they have "good vibes" or they "passed the vibe check."
10Situationship
Credit: Clay Banks
You're starting to see someone you really like, and it's been several months of dating and romantic messages. You're on a date night with him or her, and you suddenly see a friend of yours at the same bar. So, the question comes: "Is he/she your boyfriend/girlfriend?" Uncomfortable!
Some connections are difficult to define. But there is a new way to express that: If it is too risky to say that you are in a relationship, you can say you're in a "situationship."
What used to be defined by Facebook's "it's complicated" status can now be described with this new slang term that's perfect for when it's not a formal relationship but also more than just a friendship.
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December 8th Celebrated History
1896
The U.S. Patent Office issued patent No. 572,849 to J.T. White for the improvement in a Lemon Squeezer. The invention made juicing and straining lemons easier.
1927
Robert S. Brookings joined with other government reformers to create the Brookings Institute. The private organization was the first of its kind devoted to independently researching policy on a broad variety of topics and concerns.
1941
President Franklin D. Roosevelt addresses the U.S. Congress one day after the Japanese bomb Pearl Harbor and gives his "Day of Infamy" speech.
1978
The Deer Hunter premieres in Los Angeles, CA. Starring Robert De Niro, Christopher Walken, and Meryl Streep, the Vietnam War film directed by Michael Cimino won five Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor in a Supporting Role.
1980
Mark David Chapman murders John Lennon in New York City.
2010
SpaceX becomes the first private company to successfully launch, orbit, and recover a spacecraft upon the return of the unmanned space capsule Dragon.
December 8th Celebrated Birthdays
Eli Whitney - 1765
The American inventor is best known for his invention of the cotton gin, which helped revolutionize the southern economy.
William C. Durant - 1861
The American industrialist made his fortune building carriages, but in 1908, Durant took on the automobile industry when he founded General Motors Corporation.
Elzie Crisler Segar - 1894
The American cartoonist created the spinach-eating sailor named Popeye. His comic strip "The Thimble Theatre" first appeared in the New York Journal and was later syndicated by King Features Syndicate. It wasn't until 1929 that Popeye would make his first appearance in the comic strip. Then in 1933, Popeye goes animated for the first time.
Julia Robinson - 1919
The accomplished American mathematician contributed greatly to modern mathematics. In 1975, she became the first female mathematician elected to the National Academy of Sciences.
Sammy Davis Jr. - 1925
The multi-talented actor, singer, and dancer rose to fame during the late 40s. By the 1960s, his reputation as a member of the Rat Pack with Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Joey Bishop, and Peter Lawford only heightened Davis's draw.
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Electric Appliance Company
Formed in 1906 by Robert Churchill and others to perform general engineering and contracting out of a facility at 205 Chartres Street. They would relocate their offices to 408 – 414 Canal Street and maintained a warehouse on Camp Street pictured here by John N. Teunisson.
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Winner, Winner – Chicken Dinner
The corner of South Carrollton Avenue and Earhart Boulevard has long been associated with fried chicken. However, the genesis really begins a bit farther up the street at South Carrollton near Washington Avenue. This unattributed photograph from the early 1950s shows the signs for “Jim’s – Famous for Fried Chicken” and also for “Delicate Jerry’s” at the center of the image.
Growing up in New Orleans, before there was Popeye's there was Jim's Famous Fried Chicken on the corner of South Carrollton Avenue and Earhart Boulevard. The Larocca brothers, Vic and Peter, moved from their original location near Palmetto/Washington and South Carrollton (seen in the photograph below) during the construction of the Pontchartrain Expressway. They operated 24-hours a day with everything cooked to order. Despite a loyal following, the brothers closed the restaurant at the end of 1978 due to stiff competition from fast food chains. Ironically, a Popeye's sits on the site of the former Jim's and even adopted their slogan "Famous Fried Chicken."
Established in 1945, Delicate Jerry’s Drive-In Café & Bar was located at 3825 South Carrollton Avenue and was a favorite late night spot, staying open until 3:00am weekdays and 5:00am on weekends. Their menu featured a full range of plate lunches but used to advertise that their “chicken was something to crow about.” Ted Andrews, the redheaded radio announcer for the New Orleans Pelicans, used to announce for “slacks from Nowak’s and a dinner at Delicate Jerry’s” to the Pelican player who had just hit a home run. The restaurant was a favorite of Pelican players such as Danny Murtaugh and Elroy Face. The business closed in 1957. Owner Joseph Peter Accardo, Jr. died in 2003.
The general area was also home to the original Ye Olde College Inn and the Home Plate Inn on Tulane Avenue across from old Pelican Stadium. Luckily, the last man standing is the Ye Olde College Inn, although in a different building on the same block.
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Sal’s Sea Food
The corner of Bienville and Burgundy Streets was anchored by Sal’s Sea Food at 232 – 234 Burgundy Street. In addition to the fine collection of signs, his menu was printed on the window to the right side of the entrance. There was an entrance to the Victoria Hotel on the far left side of the building on the Bienville Street side and the main entrance was on the right side on Burgundy. The Greek Club was on the far right side of the building at 236 Burgundy Street. On the far right corner of the building was a shop called Pet Mart.
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Canal Street, New Orleans, summer1928 (?)
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Comedy House New Orleans
The most unique comedy show in New Orleans is The Open Mic From Hell, hosted by Chris Trew (as seen on MTV, Comedy Central, America's Got Talent)
CHNO ( Comedy house New Orleans)
609-610 Fulton St
New Orleans, LA 70130
Mon,December 2
8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
(Entry at 7:30 pm)
The Open Mic From Hell is the most unique night of comedy in New Orleans.
Everything about the show is chaotic and unpredictable in the most beautifully hilarious way.
The list of performers? A total mystery.
The jokes they’ll tell? Nobody knows, not even them.
How does it work? Comedians sign-up on the list an hour before showtime. At least 13 names get pulled out of the bucket.
When a name gets pulled they come on stage and make a choice - do they do an entirely new set based on words from the audience, or a special challenge set.
Past challenges have had comics doing their set outside on the street, with noise canceling headphones on, and with a designated heckler in the crowd. We are always adding new, improved, and ridiculous challenges to the show.
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Enjoy the Outdoors at Audubon Louisiana Nature Center
8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Audubon Louisiana Nature Center
11000 Lake Forest Blvd
New Orleans LA 70127
Notes regarding time
Trails are open Monday - Saturday. Interpretive Center Thursday and Saturday 10 am - 2pm. Ranger Programs Saturdays at 11 am.
Description
The walking trails are open at Audubon Nature Center so take your kids on a nice little hike! Audubon Louisiana Nature Center is a cherished community resource. Located adjacent to Joe Brown Park in New Orleans East on 86 acres of hardwood bottomland forest, its creation was a project of the Junior League of Greater New Orleans, opening March 23, 1980. The Main Boardwalk and Adventure Trail (and restrooms) are open Mon-Sat 8:30 am - 3:00 and are monitored by rangers. The Interpretaive Center is open Thursdays & Saturdays 10 am - 2pm and the Ranger Programs are on Saturdays at 11:00 am. Click here to learn more.
Who
Everyone - family friendly.
Cost
FREE
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We're pleased to announce that Kid Cafe', a free after-school meal program for youth- ages 18 and under, is now underway. In partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank, No Kid Hungry, and Share Our Strength, the program ensures that low-income children at afterschool program sites across New Orleans have access to nutritious meals during the school year. Kid Cafe' meals are available Monday through Friday from 3:00pm to 6:00pm at multiple NORD rec centers. For more information, call us at 504-658-3052. | |
The Bluegrass Pickin' Party is an open acoustic bluegrass jam. Bring your guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, bass, dobro, harmonica, or singing voice to join the jam circle. Beginners welcome to come and learn traditional bluegrass music. Intermediate and advanced players welcome as well. This weekly jam is also open to anyone and everyone who'd like to come listen and enjoy the music.
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20 years of the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture GardenThis year, the New Orleans Museum of Art celebrates 20 years of the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, one of the city's favorite places for discovery, wonder, and respite. Free and open to all, NOMA's Besthoff Sculpture Garden features world-class artwork from the 19th century to the present day, all set within the unique landscape of South Louisiana.
Open seven days a week, 10 am–6 pm.
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Parran's Po-Boys of Kenner
Hungry? Red Beans and Rice Monday.
Kenner
2321 W Esplanade Ave 504-305-6422
Metairie
3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd 504-885-3416
Open 11-7:30 pm
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In Person Classes in New Orleans
Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm
"Shimmer" Bellydance Basics
For all levels. Ongoing
$60 per month or $18 drop in.
10 classes, used within 10 wk., $120
At: "The Movement Collective"
3921 St. Claude Ave, (Bywater)
New Orleans
Tamalyn Dallal
Movement Collective - New Orleans
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Come and dance...
Bring veils, zils, and your hips to do lots of shimmies.
$18 per class, $60 per month
10 classes for $120
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NOLA Jitterbugs
Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans
Tickets
nolajitterbugsfall2023.dancecamps.org/booking.php
Public
Join the award-winning (1st place, baby!) NOLA Jitterbugs for a 6-week series with live music in the last class!
Our live music classes with local musicians and culture bearers, as well as our overall emphasis on music appreciation is what makes our lessons stand out among the rest!
Starts at The Contemporary Arts Center!
6-7pm Intro to Swing
For total beginners to swing dancing or dancing of any kind. Also for those looking to refresh their basics and learn some ragtime dances. We use these pre-swing era dances to teach beginners how to step on rhythm, step on rhythm while connected to another person, how to connect in order to lead or follow, you'll learn to syncopate your footwork, and then we'll slowly start to let go of one hand and create the beginnings of what will eventually be a bad-ass swing out.
7:30-8:30 Lindy Hop Vocab - Intermediate Level
This class is gonna give you some must know moves, some technique, some philosophy, and of course, we'll continue to clarify and polish up your swing outs.
No partner required to take either of these classes. Come alone or with friends!
SIGN UP HERE:
https://nolajitterbugsfall2023.dancecamps.org/booking.php
- 900 Camp St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 528-3805
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Taco Tuesday just leveled up at Los Jefes Grill! Come join us tomorrow for unbeatable deals:
🔥 $3 Tacos – including our award-winning Top Taco favorites like Chicharrones, Barbacoa, and Certified Angus Beef!
🍹 2-in-1 Margarita Shakers for double the fun!
🥃 2-for-1 Shots to keep the good times rolling.
🎵 Live DJ starting at 6 PM – bringing the vibes you won't want to miss!
Bring your friends and let's make this the best Taco Tuesday yet. See you at Los Jefes!
Cheers,Los Jefes Grill Team 🌮🍹
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- 6711 Airline Dr, Metairie, LA, United States, Louisiana
(504) 733-2248
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Mayor's Office of Nighttime Economy and Health Department Announce Developing Series of Free Narcan and Stop the Bleed Trainings for Hospitality Workers
NEW ORLEANS – The Mayor's Office of Nighttime Economy, in collaboration with the Health Department, is excited to announce a developing series of Narcan and Stop the Bleed trainings to equip hospitality workers with critical, life-saving skills. These free trainings will provide participants with the knowledge to respond effectively to overdose incidents and severe injuries, helping to make the nightlife community safer. To maximize accessibility, trainings will be scheduled in neighborhoods across the city.
Narcan training sessions will include free Narcan for all participants, while Stop the Bleed training will cover essential skills for managing bleeding emergencies. As an extra incentive to participate, The Broadside will offer free movie tickets to a screening at the Broad Theater for the first 15 attendees at each of their hosted sessions.
Upcoming Training Schedule
- Tuesday 12/10/2024 at 3 p.m. - Narcan Training at Downtown Tattoos & Piercings, 501 Frenchmen Street
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- Tuesday 12/17/2024 at 3 p.m. - Narcan Training at The Broadside, 600 N. Broad Street
- Wednesday 1/8/2025 at 6 p.m. - Narcan Training at Sports Drink, 1042 Toledano Street
- Monday 1/13/2025 at 3 p.m. - Stop the Bleed Training at The Broadside, 600 North Broad Street
"Bystanders hold the power to change the outcome of a crisis. Awareness and training can create a community of lifesavers,” said Summer Lander, Opioid Outreach and Education Coordinator at the New Orleans Health Department.
“Hospitality workers are on the front lines of our nightlife, and we’re committed to providing them with the resources they need to respond to emergencies,” said Julia Heath, Policy and Outreach Manager at the Mayor's Office of Nighttime Economy. “Through this training series, we’re empowering them with the essential skills and confidence needed to handle life-threatening situations.”
For more information or to volunteer a nightlife business to host a training, contact nighttime@nola.gov
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New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle, City Park,
New Orleans, LA 70179
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MUSEUM
10 am–5 pm, Tuesday–Sunday*
BESTHOFF SCULPTURE GARDEN
10 am–6 pm, Seven Days a Week
CAFE NOMA
10 am–4 pm, Tuesday–Sunday, and Private Events
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St. Louis Cathedral Concerts -December 11th + 18th + 22nd
December 11, 2024 - 6-7pm
BeauSoleil’s Christmas Bayou
Avec Michael Doucet
December 18, 2024 - 6-7pm
Yusa & Mahmoud Chouki
Sunday, December 22, 2024 - 5:30-6:30pm
St. Louis Cathedral Choir and Orchestra Concert
Followed by Caroling in the Square by Patio Planters - 7pm
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Lafreniere Park Farmers Arts Market
3000 Downs Blvd,
Metairie, LA 70003-3957,
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13825 River Rd, Luling, LA 70070-6219, United States
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Orleans Parish Appreciation Days 2024 On the second Wednesday of the month Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Zoo. On the third Wednesday of the month Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Insectarium. On the fourth Wednesday of the month Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Aquarium. *Program shifts up a week to account for Thanksgiving & Christmas break
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- (504) 766-0871
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Since the inception of the Krewe of Red Beans, the Treme Brass Band has been a cornerstone for our group. It is a dream-come-true for us to host them every Thursday beginning tonight! Join us 6 to 8 pm!
3300 Royal St
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- 609 Fulton St, New Orleans, LA 70130-1612, United States, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 444-9553
9:00 pm - 10:15 pm
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FREE Admission to the Ogden Museum of Art for La. Residents
10:00 am
Ogden Museum of
Southern Art
925 Camp St.
New Orleans LA 70130
If you are a Louisiana resident you can enjoy the Ogden Museum of Southern Art for free on Thursdays thanks to the Helis Foundation. Great museum with the largest and most comprehensive assemblage of Southern art in the world, establishing the Ogden Museum as the preeminent resource on art and culture of the South.
. Purchase tickets in advance.
Who
All ages
Cost
Free for La. Residents
How
RESERVE TIMED
TICKETS HERE
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Swirl Wine Bar & Market
3143 Ponce de Leon Street
Learn a little, drink a little, and have some fun with us!
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Friday, 2024 at 7:00 PM - Friday, December 27, 2024 at 10:00 PM (CT)NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans • New Orleans LA Get my tickets
NOPSI Hotel, New Orleans
- 317 Baronne Street New Orleans, LA 70112
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Comedy House New Orleans
THE BEST COMEDY SHOW EVERY FRIDAY!
Get ready for a night of non-stop laughs with the BEST stand-up comedy in New Orleans every Friday! Tickets are selling fast – grab yours now before they're gone!
Don't miss out on the funniest night in town!
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Wine Down Friday with one of the largest wine selections in the city.
With one of the largest selection of wines in the Greater New Orleans area, Langenstein's and Prytania Wine & Spirits has WINE DOWN FRIDAY.
Wine Down Friday is a weekly 10% discount on all bottles of wine purchased every Friday.
So join us every Friday to "Wine Down!"
The Wine Down Friday discount is limited to wine in stock at our three Langenstein's locations in Uptown, Old Metairie, River Ridge...and every Friday at Prytania Wine & Spirits too!
UPTOWN
1330 Arabella Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: (504) 899-9283 | Mon-Sat: 7:00am to 7:00pm
Sun: 8:00am to 6:00pm
Breakfast served Daily: 7:00am to 10:00am
Lunch & Dinner on our Hot Bar Daily: 11:00am to 6:00pm (Closes at 5 pm on Sunday)
OLD METAIRIE
800 Metairie Rd, Metairie, LA 70005
Phone: (504) 831-6682 | Mon-Sat: 7:00am to 8:00pm
Sun: 7:00am to 7:00pm
Breakfast served Daily: 7:00am to 10:00am
Lunch & Dinner on our Hot Bar Daily: 11:00am to 6:00pm (Closes at 5 pm on Sunday)
RIVER RIDGE
122 Sauve Rd, River Ridge, LA 70123
Phone: (504) 739-1000 | Mon-Sat: 7:00am to 8:00pm
Sun: 7:00am to 7:00pm
Breakfast served Daily: 7:00am to 10:00am
Lunch & Dinner on our Hot Bar Daily: 11:00am to 6:00pm (Closes at 5 pm on Sunday)
PRYTANIA WINE & SPIRITS
1300 Arabella St, New Orleans, LA 70115
Phone: (504) 891-0448 |
Mon-Sat: 10:00am to 7:00pm
Sun: Closed
Free wine tastings every Friday.
FACEBOOK: @PrytaniaWineandSpirits
INSTAGRAM: @prytaniawineandspirits
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A direct and Slidell’s 2024 Holiday Events Guide!
Get ready to celebrate the season with these amazing events happening around our community! There’s something for everyone, so bring your family and friends and enjoy all these free holiday events!
Slidell's Bayou Christmas
Dec. 13-14 & Dec. 20-23
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Heritage Park (1701 Bayou Lane)
Featuring animated light displays, Slidell's Nativity by Lori Anselmo, live entertainment, craft vendors, food, drinks, kiddie rides, and an ice skating rink.
Bayou Jam Christmas Spectacular with Vince Vance and the Valiants
Friday, Dec. 13
6:00 PM
Heritage Park (1701 Bayou Lane)
Kick off Slidell's Bayou Christmas with a free concert!
Community Caroling with the Slidell Women's Civic Club
Saturday, Dec. 14
6:30 PM
Heritage Park (1701 Bayou Lane)
Sing along to your favorite Christmas carols with the community!
Slidell Movie Nights presents "Elf"
Saturday, Dec. 14
7:30 PM
Heritage Park (1701 Bayou Lane)
Watch the holiday classic "Elf" under the stars!
Holiday Concert with the Northshore Community Orchestra
Thursday, Dec. 19
7:00 PM
Slidell Municipal Auditorium (2056 Second St.)
Enjoy a festive evening of live holiday music!
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Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers
Blue Nile
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- 512 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 454-9449
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Darlings just a reminder that my spectacular Holiday Round Table Luncheon is almost sold out. It will feature talented pianist Jim Walpole, guitarists Julio and Cesar, Claudia Baumgarten, Carl Mack, Kynt Kenneth Bryan
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Friday, December 13 · 5 - 6:30pm CST
Location
The Garden District Book Shop
2727 Prytania Street New Orleans, LA 70130
Gypsy-Rose Blanchard will be at the Garden District Book Shop December 13 for an author meet & greet for her memoir My Time to Stand.
A victim of her mother’s Munchausen by proxy and child abuse survivor, Gypsy-Rose Blanchard’s unique and controversial case made headlines across the world. Now, she’s finally free to start living her life on her terms—and to tell her own story as only she can.
Forced to use a wheelchair in public and endure a lifetime of faux illness, fraud, and exploitation, Gypsy was subjected not only to her mother’s medical, physical, and emotional abuse, but deprived of childhood milestones. Prevented from attending school or socializing, Gypsy’s formative years were defined by pain and isolation.
After serving 8 years in prison for the role she played in her mother Dee Dee’s murder, Gypsy is embracing her fresh start—and reminding all of us that it’s never too late. Featuring Blanchard family photos and new facts about Gypsy’s life that she previously kept private, My Time to Stand offers an unprecedented look at the real Gypsy proudly embarking on her ongoing journey to recovery and self-discovery.
The evening will begin at 5:00 PM. Early Bird tickets are now on sale for $35 and include a signed copy of My Time to Stand and a photo opp with Gypsy. Guests are encouraged to knock out some holiday shopping while they wait around The Rink.
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Join us Saturday, December 14th 10 AM - 1 PM at Petsuites in Covington!
🐕 75+ adoptable dogs and cats on-site from our organization and several other rescues in the area!
🐾 Fee-waived adoptions for all NHS pets thanks to LAS Enterprises
🎵 Live music by Christian Serpas & Ghost Town Duo
🐷 The Flying Pig Food Truck
📸 Holiday photos with the Grinch
Grab the family (pup included) and head over to Petsuites Northshore on Saturday, December 14th 10 AM - 1 PM for a fun day to celebrate the holiday season!!
PetSuites Northshore is located at 975 Highway 190 in Covington, LA 70433
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Join us every Saturday,
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. for over 80 local artisan vendors, including produce, prepared foods, jewelry, art, crafts, plants, music and more!
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Gretna Farmer’s Market
Event Date:
Saturday 14
from 8:30 am - 12:30 am
Gretna Market
301 Huey P Long Ave
Gretna, LA 70053
| Enjoy fresh local produce and crafts at the Gretna Farmers Market, every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, rain or shine, under the covered Gretna Market Building, Huey P. Long Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets in historic downtown Gretna. | |
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Comedy House New Orleans
Saturday nights just got a lot funnier!
Join us in the heart of NOLA’s Arts District for Super Standup Saturday, featuring top local talent and visiting comics seen on Netflix, MTV, and more. Don’t miss out!
- 610 Fulton St, New Orleans, LA 70130-1612, United States, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
- (504) 444-9553
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John Doyle Memorial Christmas Parade
The Harahan Police Department is excited to announce the upcoming John Doyle Memorial Christmas Parade, set to take place in the City of Harahan on December 14, 2024, beginning at noon. This parade is named in honor of former Harahan Police Chief John Doyle (1984–2002), who founded the original City of Harahan Christmas parade.
The parade will begin at the intersection of Hord Street and Jefferson Highway, traveling westbound along Jefferson Highway, and will conclude at the intersection of Folse Street and Jefferson Highway.
Chief Lepre encourages the community to come out, enjoy this festive event, and get a chance to see Santa Claus!
If you have any questions,
please call Kathleen Lewis at 504-737-4800.
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Handel's Messiah - 7:00 pm on Saturday, December 14 at St. Domenic Catholic Church (Harrison Ave) and 3:00 pm on Sunday, December 15 at St. Mary's Assumption Catholic Church (Joseph St).
Click the auditions link to get information on singing Messiah with us!
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2024 Full Moon schedule
(all times Eastern)
- Dec. 15 — 4:02 a.m. Cold Moon
Cold Moon (December): Evocative of winter’s chill.
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New Orleans Bowl matchup is set. See which teams will play in Dec. 19 game.
Georgia Southern and Sam Houston State will meet in the 24th New Orleans Bowl on Dec. 19 in the Caesars Superdome.
Kickoff for the first meeting between the two schools is 6 p.m. The game will air on ESPN2.
“This matchup is an incredible opportunity to showcase the hospitality of New Orleans,” bowl executive director Billy Ferrante said.
Georgia Southern (8-4, 6-2 Sun Belt) finished second to Marshall in the league’s Eastern Division despite a 24-23 victory against the Thundering Herd. Late-season losses to Old Dominion and Troy denied the Eagles the championship game berth.
Sam Houston (9-3, 6-2 Conference USA) would have played Jacksonville State for the league title if Western Kentucky did not defeat the Gamecocks, 19-17, on a last-second field goal last week.
Still it’s been a significant year for the Bearcats, who are playing in their first bowl game in the program’s second season at the FBS level.
However, Sam Houston will be without longtime coach K.C. Keeler was named the coach at Temple earlier this week after 11 seasons at the Huntsville, Texas, school.
Offensive coordinator Brad Cornelsen and assistant head coach John Johnson are in charge of the team for the bowl game according to athletic director Bobby Williams, who added that both are under consideration to succeed Keeler.
“Coaching changes are never easy,” Williams said. “But they also give you a chance to evaluate your program and we have a very strong candidate pool thanks to the job K.C. did.
“At the same time, it’s very important to us to make this the best bowl experience possible for the players who have put in so much strong work to get us into this position.”
Georgia Southern is in its seventh bowl in 10 years at the FBS level and the third straight under former Southern Cal coach Clay Helton. The Eagles improved from 6-7 the last two years.
It’s the second New Orleans Bowl appearance for Georgia Southern. The first came in the COVID-affected 2020 season, which saw 11 bowls cancelled when the Eagles played Louisiana Tech in a virtually empty Superdome due to game restrictions that also limited the teams not coming to New Orleans until the day before the game and leaving immediately thereafter.
“Billy and his staff did their best under the circumstances,” said Georgia Southern athletic director Jared Benko, who was then deputy athletic director. “The best thing was the outcome (Georgia Southern won, 35-3).
“Now we’re getting to return to Eagle Nation behind us. Our fans love going to bowl games and are especially looking forward to coming to a great city like New Orleans.”
Likewise, Williams said, Sam Houston fans will be enthused about coming to New Orleans.
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Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra
Holiday Spectacular
- Thursday, December 19, 2024
- 7:30 PM 9:30 PM
- Orpheum Theater
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129 Roosevelt WayNew Orleans, LA (map)
Matthew Kraemer, conductor
Featuring:
Robin Barnes
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New Orleans Jazz Club 12-29
JAZZ, JAZZ, JAZZ... we're back this Sunday, for some great Jazz from fantastic musicians at Mo's Chalet from 2:00 to 6:00 pm. It's an open Jam Session to Trad Jazz musicians and those who love the music which is FREE and open to the public. NOTICE to musicians...all musicians are welcome to play whether you're a regular or new to the Club. Keyboards and drums are provided so bring your ax and sign in and you'll be assigned 1 of 4 sets to perform in. Mo's provides a safe and welcoming environment for an afternoon of New Orleans Jazz. Bring your family and friends to create your own Jazz party where outside food is OK with a cash bar hosted by Sandy, Metairie's finest plus join in on our 50/50 cash drawing. Become a member and be a part of New Orleans music history by supporting America's oldest Jazz Club which was started in 1948. The NOJC Jam Session's are held on the last Sunday of the month from 2:00 to 6:00 pm.
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Billy Nungesser Lt. Governor of Louisiana
For the fourth consecutive year, Louisiana will showcase its vibrant culture in the 2025 Tournament of Rose Parade in Pasadena, California! This year’s float, featuring a Louisiana alligator adorned with beads, a Cajun dance hall, and pots of boiled seafood, perfectly captures the essence of a “Louisiana Saturday Night.” Plus, enjoy mid-parade entertainment by rising country star Timothy Wayne!
We can’t wait to share Louisiana’s celebratory spirit and unique culture with the world once again.
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39th Annual
Louisiana American Italian Sports Hall of Fame Gala
Join us for this year's gala at the JW Marriott on February 1, 2025.
This exciting celebration will include a cocktail reception, a silent auction, a delicious, seated dinner, and the presentation of awards to our amazing inductees, and our National Honoree!
This year’s National Honoree: Sal Paolantonio of ESPN.
LAISHF Inductees:
Wayne Francingues, Ryan LoProto (posthumously), and Sam Scelfo.
Awardees:
Louis Prima Arts & Entertainment Award: Tony Orlando
Buddy “D” Media Award: Vincent B. “Chip” LoCoco
Business Achievement Award: Arthur Brocato
Dr. John Adriani Medical Award: Dr. Jeffery Scott Pinto
Joseph I Giarrusso Civic Award: Leon Cannizzaro
Joseph Maselli Heritage Award: Joe Scelsa
Join us as we celebrate these deserving people, click below for tickets!
*Don't miss Appearances by Rocky Marciano Jr. and Vince Ferragamo, former quarterback of the LA Rams!
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Super Bowl LIX may happen more than three weeks before Fat Tuesday, but the host committee wants to make sure the city -- and the throngs of visitors in town for the NFL's championship game -- get the carnival experience.
The day before the game, February 8, there will be a Mardi Gras-style parade complete with elaborate floats, marching bands, and throws.
Our partners at NOLA.com report details of the parade are still being finalized, but float-builder Barry Kern says it will likely be a 20-float parade made up of signature floats from various krewes.
And because it is not an official carnival parade, corporate sponsors will also be a part of it.
Todd Graves, founder of Baton Rouge-based Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers, will serve as grand marshal.
Rather than follow one of the traditional Mardi Gras routes, the Super Bowl parade will line up on Elysian Fields in the Marigny, parade up Decatur Street along the French Quarter, then take Tchoupitoulas St. to Poydras, turn up to St. Charles Ave., then proceed along St. Charles to St. Joseph St. just before reaching Harmony Circle.
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Super Bowl LIX pre-game show features all New Orleans and Louisiana musicians
The NFL announced on Thanksgiving that the Super Bowl LIX pre-game telecast will spotlight singers and musicians from New Orleans and Louisiana.
Jon Batiste, who grew up in Kenner and attended St. Augustine High School and the New Orleans Center for Creative Arts, will sing the national anthem in the Caesars Superdome ahead of kickoff on Feb. 9.
Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews, who grew up in Treme, will team up with contemporary Christian singer and Lafayette native Lauren Daigle to perform "America the Beautiful." They have previously made guest appearances with one another onstage and on recordings.
And contemporary R&B singer Ledisi, who was born and raised in New Orleans before moving to California, will perform "Lift Every Voice and Sing."
“We’re honored to work with this year’s pregame lineup to celebrate the rich musical legacy of New Orleans and the entire state,” said Seth Dudowsky, head of music at the NFL, in a news release. "The Super Bowl is a rare moment to unite fans around the world, and this year’s performers will bring the energy, soul and vibrant sounds of the region to a global stage, as we kickoff Super Bowl LIX with a celebration to remember.”
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NFL on FOX
WE GOT NEXT.
See you in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX on FOX
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Just two days after Super Bowl LIX, Jefferson Parish will celebrate its 200th birthday on Feb. 11. Bicentennial festivities kicked off at the State of Jefferson address Tuesday with the unveiling of the official poster, depicting a pelican before the Mississippi River in vivid pink and blue hues. It is illustrated by Louisiana artist Becky Fos, known for designing the 2023 state "I Voted" sticker, modeled after the Louisiana state flag.
A limited supply of signed and numbered posters can be purchased for $150, with proceeds going toward the Jefferson Community Foundation.
Courtesy of Jefferson Parish
The parish will celebrate the bicentennial on Feb. 11 with a Light the Night event, followed by a community-wide king cake party at Lakeside Mall on Feb. 15.
The following month, a bicentennial-themed Senior Expo will take place at the Alario Center on March 20, and a "Park to Park" 10K run will happen March 22 at Lafreniere Park.
Festivities for the parish's 200th birthday will come to a close June 14 with the Bicentennial Ball at Lakeside Mall, hosted by the Jefferson Community Foundation. Lee Sheng said she wanted parish events to involve the entire community and asked residents and local business owners to get involved.
"I want our bicentennial to feel like everybody's a part of it," Lee Sheng said in her address.
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Love New Orleans &
She'll Love You Back.
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Frank Stansbury
Lafete News
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