Enjoy the Outdoors at Audubon Louisiana Nature Center

If you want to see the entire LaFete Newsletter, please press on today's link

JD Vance visits New Orleans, attends fundraiser

NATIONAL FRANKENSTEIN FRIDAY

National Frankenstein Friday, on the last Friday in October, recognizes author Mary Shelly, the novel Frankenstein, or the Modern Prometheus, her characters, Dr. Frankenstein and the monster. Dating back to the 1800s, Frankenstein's monster is one of the best-known horror characters of all time.

The novel by Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley (1797-1851) tells the story of a young scientist, Victor Frankenstein. While she published the first edition of Frankenstein in 1818 anonymously, the first 500 copies sold out. However, the public believed her husband, Percy Shelley, to be the author. Then in 1823, Mary Shelley published a new edition under her name. Another edition in 1831 included Shelley's explanation about how the story came to be. This version is the one modern readers are the most familiar with today.

The film world has created more than 60 movies or shorts on the theme of Frankenstein. Edison Studios produced the very first film version, Frankenstein, in 1910.

According to some sources, the day is observed on August 30th in honor of Mary Shelley's birthday.

NATIONAL GREASY FOODS DAY | OCTOBER 25

Those watching the scale beware. Augment the diet for National Greasy Foods Day on October 25th.

Although not the healthiest of choices, every once in a while, it is okay to enjoy some greasy food. From fried chicken, pizza, nachos, and french fries to bacon and hash brown potatoes, we all like a treat in our regular diet.

Cooking oil types include:

Olive oil – Palm oil – Soybean oil – Canola oil – Pumpkin oil – Corn oil – Sunflower oil – Safflower oil – Peanut oil – Grapeseed oil – Sesame oil - Agran oil – Rice bran oil – Other vegetable oils – Butter and lard.

Oil may be flavored with aromatic flavorings such as herbs, chilies, or garlic.

Greasy foods can be prepared with healthier oils and with much less than average amounts of oil used when cooking, making them much healthier choices.

For the educators and homeschoolers, National Day Calendar tested an assignment in our own classroom and made the material ready for you to use.

Find Paw Paw’s Donuts at 619 Pink St. Thursday through Sunday, from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. Paw Paw’s Donuts continues its Sunday appearances at the Crescent City Farmers Market, 8 a.m. to noon at Tad Gormley Stadium (Marconi at Navarre).

Early voting in Louisiana for the upcoming Nov. 5 presidential election begins Friday, Oct. 18.

Up until Oct. 29, registered voters can cast their ballots early to decide the next President of The United States along with local leaders and amendments that will directly impact them

One amendment Louisiana voters will have on their ballots surrounds increased coastal protection.

The measure will require the treasurer to annually deposit into the Coastal Protection and Restoration fund from the Outer Continental Shelf oil land gas activity.

The last day of online voter registration is Tuesday, Oct. 15. The last day to register by mail was Oct. 7.

The last day to request a mail-in ballot is Nov.1 and the last day to mail it in is Nov. 4.

Early voting locations will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. across all parishes.

Parish by parish locations:

Jefferson

JOSEPH YENNI PARISH BUILDING
1221 ELMWOOD PARK BLVD., RM 502
HARAHAN, LA 70123
CHARLES ODOM BUILDING
5001 WEST BANK EXPRESSWAY SUITE
C-2
MARRERO, LA 70072
Jefferson Parish Registrars of Voters Office — 408 MINOR ST
KENNER, LA 70062
GRAND ISLE MULTIPLEX
3101 HWY 1
GRAND ISLE, LA 70358
WESTBANK REGIONAL LIBRARY
2751 MANHATTAN BLVD.
HARVEY, LA 70058
EASTBANK REGIONAL LIBRARY
4747 WEST NAPOLEON AVE.
METAIRIE, LA 70001
MARRERO COMMUNITY CENTER
1861 AMES BLVD
MARRERO, LA 70072

Orleans

CITY HALL, 1300 PERDIDO ST., #1W24
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112-2127
ALGIERS COURTHOUSE
225 MORGAN ST RM#105
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70114
VOTING MACHINE WAREHOUSE
8870 CHEF MENTEUR HWY
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70127
LAKE VISTA COMMUNITY CENTER
6500 SPANISH FORT BLVD, 2ND FLOOR
MEETING ROOM
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70124
TREME COMMUNITY CENTER
900 NORTH VILLERE ST
NEW ORLEANS, LA 70116

Lafourche

LAFOURCHE GOVERNMENT COMPLEX
307 WEST 4TH STREET
THIBODAUX, LA 70301-3105
VETERANS MEMORIAL DIST.
16937 HWY 3235
CUT OFF, LA 70345
LAFOURCHE PARISH GOVERNMENT COMPLEX
4876 HIGHWAY 1
MATHEWS, LA 70375

Plaquemines

LAFOURCHE PARISH GOVERNMENT COMPLEX
4876 HIGHWAY 1
MATHEWS, LA 70375
BELLE CHASSE ANNEX
301 MAIN STREET
BELLE CHASSE, LA 70037
REV PERCY M. GRIFFIN COMMUNITY
CENTER
15577 HWY 15
DAVANT, LA 70040

St. Bernard

ST BERNARD PARISH GOVERNMENT
8201 W. JUDGE PEREZ DR., RM #104
CHALMETTE, LA 70043-1696

St. Charles

COURTHOUSE, 15045 RIVER RD., #189
HAHNVILLE, LA 70057-2106
ALAN ARTERBURY BUILDING
14564 RIVER ROAD
NEW SARPY, LA 70078

St. James

ST JAMES PARISH COURTHOUSE
5800 LA 44, SECOND FLOOR
CONVENT, LA 70723-0106
ST JAMES PARISH COURTHOUSE ANNEX
2631 LA 20
VACHERIE, LA 70090
LUTCHER MACHINE WAREHOUSE
1611 LUTCHER AVE
LUTCHER, LA 70071

St. John the Baptist

GOVERNMENT COMPLEX
1811 W. AIRLINE HWY.
LAPLACE, LA 70068-3345
EDGARD COURT HOUSE
2393 HWY. 18
EDGARD, LA 70049-3344

St. Tammany

ST. TAMMANY JUSTICE CENTER PARKING
GARAGE
601 N JEFFERSON AVE
COVINGTON, LA 70433
THE TOWERS BUILDING
520 OLD SPANISH TRAIL SUITE 2F
SLIDELL, LA 70458
ST. TAMMANY ADMINISTRATIVE COMPLEX
21490 KOOP DR – BUILDING A
(COUNCIL CHAMBERS)
MANDEVILLE, LA 70471

Tangipahoa

TANGIPAHOA PARISH REGISTRAR OF
VOTERS OFFICE
110 N. 1ST ST
AMITE, LA 70422-2599
TANGIPAHOA PARISH GOVERNMENTAL
BUILDING
15475 CLUB DELUXE RD
HAMMOND, LA 70403

Washington

WASHINGTON PARISH COURTHOUSE
900 WASHINGTON ST.
FRANKLINTON, LA 70438-1719
NORTHSORE TECHNICAL COLLEGE
(VO-TECH )
1710 SULLIVAN DRIVE
BOGALUSA, LA 70427

MacArthur Returns to the Philippines

by Bradley Hart, PhD

General Douglas MacArthur's 1944 landing on the island of Leyte did not mark the end of the battle for the Philippines, but instead the beginning of one of the most hard-fought and brutal campaigns in the deadly final months of the war in the Pacific.

Antoine's Restaurant

Who isn't excited for the Eras Tours Weekend here in NOLA?!?

Starting TODAY, to celebrate we're GIVING AWAY Friendship Bracelets with the purchase of your favorite beverage in a PINK to-go cup in the Hermes Bar!!!

Don't be the ANTI-HERO with a BLANK SPACE on your wrist! Come by for a drink and grab a bracelet that you're sure to be ENCHANTED with.

Only available in the Hermes Bar. One bracelet per pink to-go cup beverage purchase. While supplies last.

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

Mrs Heather's Pumpkin & Strawberry Patch

Let’s have a pile of fun picking pumpkins at Mrs Heather’s. We are open 9 to 5 everyday until Nov 8,2024

BATON ROUGE– No. 7 LSU excelled Thursday night against Xavier (N.O.) in its first exhibition 114-53 , as five Tigers scored in double figures.

The Tigers were led in the contest by junior Flau’Jae Johnson who posted a 30 point, 10 rebound double-double in the dominant victory. Johnson was an efficient 13-19 from the field and 2-4 from three point range. Senior forward Aneesah Morrow was also in great form, recording a first double-double with 19 points and 10 rebounds. Morrow was 7-15 from the field and tacked on 5 steals and a team-high 4 assists.

“(Flau’Jae) was phenomenal and I think what you’re seeing from her is comfort,” Mulkey said. “She’s a leader and it’s because she has all the experience and puts in the work. She and Morrow were the most comfortable out there tonight. I’m not surprised either one of them had double-doubles.”

Sophomore Mjracle Sheppard thrived in her debut with the Tigers, posting 12 points, 5 rebounds, 3 assists and a game-high 6 steals, bringing great energy coming off the bench. Junior forward Jersey Wolfenbarger added 12 points and freshman guard Jada Richard finished with 14 points, including 2-2 from beyond the arc.

“I feel like getting steals and playing defense is a team effort,” Sheppard. If I wasn’t able to depend on my teammates and feed off of their energy, I would not be able to get those steals.”

LSU swarmed the Gold Nuggets on defense, registering 18 steals and one block in the game and held Xavier to 34-percent from the field on the night. Offensively, the Tigers were efficient on the night and shot 58.2 from the field. The Tigers out-rebounded Xavier 46-28 and won the turnover battle 33-15.

LSU returns next Wednesday for its final Exhibition against LSU-Alexandria in the PMAC. The Tigers open their season on November 4 against Eastern Kentucky.

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.

Travel Back in Time with Dinosaurs at Audubon Zoo

till - Nov. 17, 2024 | 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!

A Vanishing Bounty: Louisiana’s Coastal Environment and Culture

Explore the beauty and history of Louisiana's natural environment and the threats to its continued existence posed by human habitation.

Antoine's Restaurant

We're excited to announce our new Fall Lunch Special

Two delicious courses (with options) for only $24 a person. And, of course, the option to add on our Bottomless Beverage Feature. Available Mondays, Thursdays & Fridays.

Walk-ins welcome! For reservations, call (504) 581-4422

Which TV show holds the record for the most seasons?

List of longest-running scripted American primetime television series

Number of seasonsSeriesNetwork

36The SimpsonsFox

26Law & Order: Special Victims UnitNBC

24Law & OrderNBC

23Family GuyFox

COME IN FOR

WINE DOWN

FRIDAY

--------------------------------------

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

WWOZ 90.7 FM New Orleans

The cubes are here for Festing in Place, WWOZ's annual celebration of the live music of New Orleans and the world beyond! This special broadcast event starts Thursday, October 24 and runs through Sunday, October 27! Once again, we're partnering with the Archive of the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation to share the greatest music from Heaven & Earth, with recent and historical recordings!

Our "cubes" are ready to whet your appetite, so break out your festival gear, and get ready to celebrate the best of New Orleans music! Tune in locally at 90.7 FM or from anywhere at wwoz.org, 11am-7pm CT each day.

Festing in Place Lineup

for Friday October 25

All times are listed in Central Time

11 am Bruce "Sunpie" Barnes French Quarter Fest 2024

11:30 am Charlie Halloran & the Tropicales Jazz & Heritage Center 2023

12 pm Ellis Marsalis WWOZ Piano Night 2010

12:30 pm Doreen's Jazz New Orleans Jazz Fest 2024

12:55 pm Richie Havens Jazz Fest 1991

2:00 pm Nayo Jones Jazz & Heritage Center 2023

2:20 pm Rockin' Dopsie Jr FQ Fest 2023

2:40 pm Original Pinettes Brass Band Congo Square Rhythms Fest 2024

3:10 pm Honey Island Swamp Band Blues & BBQ 2023

3:35 pm Yusa Cuban Jazz Quintet Jazz & Heritage Center 2023

4:00 pm Lilli Lewis Project French Quarter Fest 2024

4:25 pm Ranky Tanky Jazz Fest 2022

5:00 pm James Andrews Jazz Fest 2024

5:25 pm Zachary Richard WWOZ Piano Night 2010

5:45 pm Allen Toussaint Jazz Fest 2007

Taylor Swift Eras Tour in New Orleans projected to have upwards of $200M economic impact

CityBusiness staff reportse

If you can’t tell by the gigantic friendship bracelet on Caesars Superdome, or the mass amount of “Swifties” converging downtown, the three-night New Orleans stop on the Taylor Swift Eras Tour is finally here. And New Orleans is ready for the economic and tourism impact.

The U.S. Travel Association estimates that the average Taylor Swift concert ticket goer spends approximately $1,300 on travel, hotels, food, merchandise, and costumes.

There were 150,000 tickets sold for this Friday through Sunday, Oct. 25-27, which means there will be an estimated $195 million economic impact for New Orleans this weekend. And that’s not counting any downtown businesses that concert goers may venture to and buy from, as well.

New Orleans & Co. Reports Full Hotel Occupancy

New Orleans & Company, formerly known as the New Orleans Convention and Visitor’s Bureau, reports 100% occupancy on Friday and Saturday nights and 80% occupancy for Sunday night of the 26,000 hotel rooms across the CBD, French Quarter and Warehouse District. New Orleans & Company is the official destination sales and marketing organization for the city’s tourism industry, representing over 1,100 member companies in the hospitality community.

New Orleans is one of 23 U.S. stops on the Eras Tour, which is reportedly the highest-grossing concert tour of all time. Oh, if you’re thinking of going to any of the concerts at the last minute, then Seat Geek has tickets as low as $1,263 on Friday, $1,145 on Saturday, and $1,220 on Sunday. They are sold out through Ticketmaster.

“We are excited to welcome Taylor Swift and her fans to our city for this monumental event,” said New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell in a press release issued by the City of New Orleans. “This tour will be an opportunity for us to showcase why we are a world class city when it comes to hosting superstar events on the biggest stages.”

City officials announced public safety measures to prepare for the concert tour stop. The New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness (NOHSEP) will activate the city’s Event Command Post, staffed by representatives from public safety agencies. NOHSEP will be in contact with state and federal partners to ensure public safety.

Additionally, road closures and parking restrictions will be in place around the Superdome on concert days. These closures will be based on pedestrian flow but will likely begin around 6 p.m. Traffic restrictions may occur on the following streets: Poydras St. (North Claiborne Ave. to Convention Center Blvd.); Canal St. (North Claiborne Ave. to N. Peters St.); and Loyola Ave. (North Iberville St. to Calliope St.). The RTA will operate a second vessel for the Canal Street/Algiers Point Ferry.

Don’t Forget About the “Merch” (As the Kids Say)

The dollars will also be rolling, or the credit cards will be swiped, as Taylor Swift merchandise is sold this weekend. Sales started Wednesday as early public merchandise sales took place in Champions Square.

On Friday-Sunday, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., Smoothie King Center will allow the general public to purchase merchandise. There will also be merchandise sales at Champions Square starting at 2:30 p.m. until the end of the concert. Champion Square will be a security perimeter, and guests must have a valid ticket for that day’s show. There will be no re-entry.

If you are not attending the Taylor Swift concert, Duncan Plaza can heal your fear of missing out.

The City of New Orleans and the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Economy are hosting the “Embrace the Culture Festival” at Duncan Plaza – a three -night festival showcasing the best of New Orleans and Louisiana music, art, and food during Taylor Swift concert weekend. Duncan Plaza will also double down as the ride-share and transportation hub for concertgoers.

The event is free and open to the public, offering visitors an immersive cultural experience while they wait for their rides. Uber/Lyft rideshare at Duncan Plaza will go into effect on Oct. 24. It will run on Gravier Street and Perdido Street from Loyola Avenue to Lasalle Street.

The Embrace the Culture Festival will run from 7 p.m. to 12 a.m. all three nights.

The Project

This collaboration is aligned with our city’s efforts to uplift community voices and utilize our city’s culture to bring positive change to the community. We can bring opportunities for small businesses, local artists, and culture bearers. Most importantly, with community support, the project will create a self-funded long-term impact on our city, helping create positive change and local investment through the arts. The artwork will be both meaningful and representative of the diversity of our city, boosting social cohesion and strengthening community relationships.

The inaugural NOLA Mural Fest will launch in the fall of 2024 at Beanlandia October 25th-27th.

FRIDAY october 25

OPEN AT 11:00 aM

LES GETREX & CREOLE COOKIN'

the rug cutters

11:00aM-1:45PM

FELIPE ANTONIO'S QUINTETO

2:15PM-6PM

LES GETREX AND CREOLE COOKIN'

6:30PM-9:30PM

BETTIS AND THE 3RD DEGREE BRASS BAND

10:00PM-2:00AM

saturDAY october 26

OPEN AT 11:00 aM

THE JAYWALKERS

11:00PM-1:45PM

boardwalker & the 3 finger swingers

1:30PM-6PM

ed wills blues 4 sales

6:30PM-9:30PM

PAGGY PRINE AND SOUTHERN SOUL

10:00PM-2:00AM

sunDAY october 27

OPEN AT 11:00 aM

Aaron Levinson & friends

11:00am-1:00pm

YOUSE

1:30PM-5:00PM

MIDNIGHT BRAWLERS

5:30PM-8:30PM

ED WILLS BLUES 4 $ALE

9:00PM-12:00AM

monDAY october 28

OPEN AT 1:00 PM

the rug cutters

1:00PM-5:00PM

jon roniger band

5:30pm-9:30pm

LES GETREX AND CREOLE COOKIN'

9:00PM-12:00AM

tuesday october 29 open at 1:00 pm

the villains

1:15pm-5:00pm

GISELLE ANGUIZOLA QUARTET

5:30PM-8:30PM

CAITIE B.

& THE HAND ME DOWNS

9:00PM-12:00AM

Friends of the Jefferson Public Library Big Book Sale

Benefiting Jefferson Public Library

Friday, October 25– Sunday, October 27, 2024

Daily 10:00am – 7:00pm & Sunday Noon – 5:00pm

Pontchartrain Center 4545 Williams Blvd. Kenner, LA

Over 65,000 used books, CD’s, DVD’s, puzzle & collectibles

We accept cash & credit cards - NO CHECKS

Free parking & admission

For more information call - 455-BOOK

Special items to be auctioned are as follows:

The Birds of America by John James Audubon - a reprint of the original book with beautiful illustrations.
The Cultures of Native North Americans - the life, history, and material and spiritual achievements of the indigenous people of North America
The Official Military Atlas of the Civil War by George B. Davis
The Great American Pin-up by Charles Martignette and Louis Meisel

SUNDAY

12:30PM DOYLE COOPER BAND

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

5PM COLIN MYERS ORCHESTRA (ZACK LANGE BAND 10/15)

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 (w/GUNHILD CARLING 10/16)

THURSDAY

12PM RICHARD "PIANO" SCOTT

2PM DOYLE COOPER BAND

5PM JOHN SAAVEDRA BAND

8PM FRITZELS ALL STAR BAND W/KEVIN RAY CLARK (W/GUNHILD CARLING 10/17)

FRIDAY

12:30PM RICHARD "PIANO" SCOTT (DANNY RUBIO'S POCKET BAND 10/25)

2:30PM SAM FRIEND JAZZ BAND

6PM WOODIS/LANGE BAND (10/4&18)) SAM LOBLEY BAND ( 10/11&10/25)

9PM FRITZELS ALL STAR BAND W/KEVIN RAY CLARK (W.GUNHILD CARLING 10/18)

SATURDAY

12:30PM RICHARD "PIANO" SCOTT

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

Pumpkin Patch at St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church

1031 South Carrollton

New Orleans LA 70118

504-866-0123

Notes regarding time

Monday - Friday 3 - 7:00pm; Saturday - Sunday 9am - 7:00pm - ends on October 30

Description

St. Andrew's Episcopal Church pumpkin patch has thousands of pumpkins! The pumpkin patch is a fundraiser to help support their many great programs. Please come by and pick out your perfect pumpkin. You'll find every shape and size!! Have your cameras ready for the photo op at this fun patch. Pumpkin prices are based on weight. Hours are Monday through Friday from 3 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday through Sunday from 9 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Call 504-866-0123 to confirm hours and to ask about special times for school groups during the day. September 22 - October 30, 2023.

Who

Everyone

Cost

Pumpkin prices vary depending on weight.

How

Just show up. For more information, click here for the church's Facebook page or call 504-866-0123.

The Woodland Church, located in Algiers, will be open until October 31. Guests at Woodland Church's pumpkin patch will not only be treated to their supply of pumpkins, but also a slew of Halloween-themed games,

Every Saturday starting on the 12th, Woodland will a story time session, as well as multiple activities—all fall-themed and perfect for young kids.

Woodland Church

5837 Berkley Dr., (504) 394-7877

wcnola.org

NEW ORLEANS – The Mayor's Office of Nighttime Economy today announces the launch of a new rideshare pilot program for Frenchmen Street. The program is aimed at reducing vehicular traffic and improving safety. As one of the major strips in New Orleans for live music and entertainment, Frenchmen Street is often clogged with bumper-to-bumper traffic on this short two-block strip. For this pilot program, the Office of Nighttime Economy has partnered with Uber and Lyft to create rideshare drop-off and pick-up zones around the area to alleviate traffic. Uber and Lyft alone, account for roughly 80 percent of peak weekend traffic, according to their data.

Like other cities, New Orleans is moving toward implementing permanent designated rideshare zones in the future for a safer and more efficient solution to this ongoing problem, so that residents and visitors can enjoy the Frenchmen Street attractions without the hassle. The rideshare pilot program will run from Sept. 26 through Nov. 24 on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. During that time, only rideshare pick-up and drop-off traffic will be prohibited from entering Frenchmen Street. All other vehicles will maintain access to the street.

"We’re excited to roll out the Frenchmen Rides initiative for improved safety for both patrons and nightlife workers on Frenchmen Street," said Michael Ince, Interim Director, Mayor's Office of Nighttime Economy.

"We look forward to continued collaboration with businesses and other stakeholders as we work to improve the overall experience of Frenchmen Street. I commend Rob Henig Bell, Community Projects Manager, Mayor's Office of Nighttime Economy for spearheading this initiative."

The pick-up and drop-off zones are located one block away from attractions, on the river-bound side of Elysian Fields Avenue. Non-rideshare vehicular traffic and pedestrian activity will retain access to the street, allowing for safer, less congested movement along the Frenchmen Street strip.

Designated pick-up and drop-off locations are common internationally and across the country. New Orleans residents are likely to have encountered them at the airport, attending Saints games or during the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. Many cities across the country have employed geofencing solutions for busy nightlife strips, similar to Frenchmen Street.

"By putting safety at the forefront, Uber and the City of New Orleans are working together to provide dedicated space for Uber users near one of the city's busiest nightlife streets, while encouraging more shared mobility," said Javier Correoso, Uber Director of Public Affairs.

"Through the Mayor's Office of Nighttime Economy and in deploying tactics from Uber's Nightlife Operating Manual, New Orleans is at the forefront of reimagining what the future of curbside access looks like to best suit the needs of consumers."

The two designated rideshare zones are located on Elysian Fields Avenue, one block off of the Frenchmen strip.

Zone 1 - 700 Elysian Fields Avenue (next to Washington Square Park)
Zone 2 - 500 Elysian Fields Avenue (next to Premium Parking lot)

All rides created in the Uber and Lyft app to or from Frenchmen Street, between Esplanade Avenue and Royal Street, will be directed to one of the two rideshare zones.

Signage in these zones will remain ‘as is’ for daytime hours. For designated nighttime hours, signage will be changed to ‘Passenger Zone: No Parking’ with enforcement and penalties levied for violators in accordance with standard violations, which includes ticketing and towing.

For more information and updates, visit: Nighttime Economy - Programs - Frenchmen Rides - City of New Orleans (nola.gov)

Pumpkin Patch at St. Augustines Episcopal Church

St. Augustine's Episcopal Church

3412 Haring Road

Metairie LA 70006

504-887-4801

Notes regarding time

Mon - Fri 12pm - 8pm; Sat - Sun 9am - 8pm

Description

St. Augustine's Episcopal Church continues a tradition for the 26th year with their pumpkin patch. Choose from a wide variety of pumpkins of many colors, shapes and sizes. Baked good, jewelry and Halloween masks will be for sale too for this annual fundraiser. Please note times: Mon - Fri 12pm - 8pm; Sat - Sun 9am - 8pm.

Who

Everyone

Cost

Prices vary.

How

Just show up. Questions? Call 504-887-4801; https://www.facebook.com/StAugustinesPumpkinPatch/

New Orleans Pelicans

Hittin' the road

Trail Blazers

GCSEN/Pelicans+

WWL Radio

9 PM CT

WVUE FOX 8New Orleans Pelicans

617 Piety Street Suite B, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
(504) 301-3222

Specials

swirl newsFNWS

Corsica, a French island in the Mediterranean, has a fascinating wine culture that's shaped by its unique blend of French and Italian influences, rugged terrain, and Mediterranean climate. Despite being part of France, Italy’s influence on Corsica is profound, shaping the island’s culture, language, architecture, cuisine, and especially its wine traditions. Corsica was under Genoese rule for nearly five centuries (from the late 13th century until 1768), and its proximity to Tuscany and Sardinia also contributed to strong Italian connections.

Most of the Corsican grapes have ties to Italy as well. Nielluccio is Corsica’s most important red grape and is genetically very similar to Sangiovese, Italy’s iconic grape, particularly from Tuscany. Vermentino, known in Corsica as Malvoisie de Corse, is widely planted in both Corsica and Sardinia, as well as in regions of mainland Italy like Liguria and Tuscany. It is thought to have originated from Italy, possibly Liguria, and spread across the Mediterranean. Sciaccarello, another key red grape of Corsica, is believed to be related to Mammolo, a lesser-known grape from Tuscany. Mammolo is often used in blends, such as in Chianti, but in Corsica, Sciaccarello has developed a distinct identity.

Even after France acquired Corsica in 1768, Italian influence remained deeply embedded in the island’s identity. Many Corsicans still feel a closer cultural affinity to Italy than to mainland France, especially given the shared history, language, and food traditions. This dual identity makes Corsica unique within France, with its Italian roots constantly blending with French culture to create something distinct. It also contributes to the island’s distinctive wine style—one that’s both rustic and refined, combining the structure of Italian reds with the elegance of French whites.

Corsican wines are still relatively under the radar, which makes them an exciting discovery for wine drinkers looking for something new and unique. Dave Sobiesk will accompany us on this tour as Artisan Fine Wines has a great selection from the island for us to choose from. I hope you'll join us! Use this link for tickets,Corsica

Piety Market Halloween Special

Hotel Peter & Paul

Fri, Oct 25

4:00pm - 9:00pm

Spooky accessories, art, "haunte" couture fashion Show, Margie Perez, food & more.

Join us October 25th for a special Halloween market.

Come and grab a one-of-a-kind costume piece! Do you need accessories, clothing, original artwork, or jewelry? There are so many options!

Margie Perez will be performing live!

This month we will also have a " Haunte Couture" Fashion show featuring local designers.

Hotel Peter & Paul

2317 Burgundy St, New Orleans, LA 70117

504-356-5200

Join us for Fridays & Saturdays in 2024 !

October 25-26, 2024

Fridays 4 pm–11 pm – Saturdays 1 pm–11 pm

New Orleans on Bayou St. John across from City Park

1700 Moss Street

New Orleans, LA 70119 Map

Admission $10 at the gate (Cash or credit card). Children 11 and under free.
German food: brats, sauerkraut, special dinners, variety of German cheeses, large Bavarian-style pretzels and German desserts.
German drinks: Over 20 different German beers, about 9 different wines and over 20 different schnapps.
Oompah Music, Dancing Chicken.
Masskrugstemmen – Beer Stein Holding Contest, Daily
Souvenir Shop featuring German items
This year the gate and all booths will accept either credit card or cash.

glenn@charliessteakhousenola.com

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!

(504) 895-9323

4510 Dryades St, New Orleans, LA, 70115

THURSDAYS ARE FOR LOCALS 🤍4557 N. Rampart Street, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana

SPOTTED TONGUE is a new popup serving delicious veggie-forward Filipino food. We open at 4PM, drink specials at the bar. Come thru and if you’re local, don’t forget your ID! Free admission for Orleans Parish residents (plus Arabi & Chalmette!)

Zombie Paintball Returns to NOLA Motorsports Park in Avondale

07:00 October 04, 2024

By: Charles Andre Blanchard

Celebrate the Spooky Season

Beginning October 10 and extending until November 2, attendees to Zombie Paintball can celebrate the Halloween season with a monstrous bang (and potentially satisfy their need for speed).

Festivities

This popular seasonal activity once again returns to the premier racing facility in Avondale, this time with an enhanced festival area and zombie-hunting scenes, courtesy of their new partnership with Mardi Gras Productions. The 20-minute experience includes a bus ride to designated target stations, where riders will test their accuracy and try to defeat all the zombie enemies. They are also given a chance to reload their guns and go back through the stations before finishing.

Guests can also explore nearby festivities to celebrate the Halloween season. Food trucks will be present, along with stations for pumpkin carving and face painting. Local craft vendors and more themed-attractions make this a great family-friendly stop this Halloween. For the adults, drink specials will also be offered on several days.

NOTE: The only targets are the zombies. Attendees will not be harmed or shot at. However, children under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.

Pricing & Packages

General admission begins at $22 per person and includes a rental paintball gun and 150 rounds of ammo.

For $45, Guests can purchase the Zombie Paintball + Karting package, which includes the aforementioned rental gun and ammo but also an added go-kart session on the NOLA Motorsports track.

Have a large group? NOLA Motorsports also offers a $650 party package. With this, up to 28 people can skip the line and each receive a commemorative bandana before boarding a private bus and being given the accompanying rental guns and ammo.

For tickets, visit the NOLA Motorsports Park's box office or their website.

Hours & Dates of Operation

The attraction will be open from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on the following days:

Oct. 24 - 27
Oct. 30 - Nov. 2

FALL RHYTHM & ROSES CONCERTS ANNOUNCED

The Historic BK House & Gardens is offering music afficionados a special treat this fall with a new Rhythm & Roses Concert Series, extending the popular spring concerts into September, October and November. beautifully manicured BK House Parterre Garden, 1113 Chartres Street.

Rhythm & Roses, presented by BK house neighbor and benefactor James Douglas Hislop, will run through Friday, November 1, except for October 11, and will feature a wide array of popular New Orleans talents. The opening concert will be presented in part by NOLAxNOLA.

Future dates include:

October 25: Dusky Waters & Rachel Maxann

November 1: Jelly Joseph

Tickets are priced at $30 for nonmembers and $25 for BK members and are available at www.bkhouse.org. Food and beverages will be sold on site. Because beverage sales support on-going maintenance of the garden, outside beverages will not be permitted.

Concert-goers are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance due to anticipated popularity of the event and size of the historic setting. Limited seating will be provided; however, attendees may bring small chairs provided space allows.

at www.bkhouse.org.

Future events will include additional concerts, literary programs, and a holiday wine tasting. Information about BK membership, which provides for a discount to many Museum events, as well as current and upcoming events at the BK House may be found at www.bkhouse.org.

"VOTED ONE OF THE

TOP HAUNTED HOUSES

IN AMERICA"

DISCOVERY CHANNEL

GET TICKETS NOW

NEW ORLEANS NIGHTMARE

319 BUTTERWORTH ST, NEW ORLEANS LA 70121

New Orleans Nightmare Haunted House

Now Open additional weekdays. Check the website for the full calendar and availability.

If you’re craving chills and thrills this Halloween, New Orleans Nightmare is the spot for fear-filled fun. Get ready for a night that’ll leave you screaming for more!

Dates and times sell out in advance and prices increase closer to the event. Secure your tickets early for the best prices.

neworleansnightmare.com

The 9th Annual

Tremé Fall Festival

Help Us to Keep the

History & Culture of Tremé Alive!

Patron Party

Friday

October 25, 2024

6PM - 9PM

George & Joyce Wein

Jazz & Heritage Center

1225 N. Rampart

BUY TICKETSThe 9th Annual

Tremé Fall Festival

Help Us to Keep the

History & Culture of Tremé Alive!

Patron Party

Friday

October 25, 2024

6PM - 9PM

George & Joyce Wein

Jazz & Heritage Center

1225 N. Rampart

BUY TICKETS

NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans today announced that beginning this week, the New Orleans Recreation Development (NORD) Commission will kick off the Fall 2024 series of Movies in the Park, featuring family-friendly, outdoor movie screenings across NORD parks and playgrounds.

Families are invited to experience the charm of Movies in the Park, where community members of all ages can gather for free, safe and enjoyable evenings. Select events will offer concessions or bring your own picnic. Residents are reminded to also bring lawn chairs and blankets.

Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. No pets, alcoholic beverages, illegal drugs, firearms, weapons, smoking or outdoor cooking are allowed during the event. Movies begin at dusk, and each film screening has an alternate, indoor location in case of inclement weather.

NORD Movies in the Park Fall 2024 Schedule:

Friday, Oct. 25 — “Arthur the King”

Latter Library, 5120 St. Charles Ave.

Rain site: Lyons Rec Center, 624 Louisiana Ave.

Friday, Nov. 1 — “Hocus Pocus”

Oliver Bush Playground, 2500 Fats Domino Ave.

Rain site: Sanchez Rec Center, 1616 Fats Domino Ave.

Friday, Nov. 8 — “Ghostbusters Frozen Empire"

A.L. Davis Park, 2600 Lasalle St.

Rain site: Lyons Rec Center, 624 Louisiana Ave.

For more information on the Movies in the Park series, please visit www.nordc.org or call (504) 658-3052.

What does "benign" mean?Harmless

Evil

Dangerous

Malicious

benign

/bɪˈnaɪn/

Definition: Gentle and kindly; not harmful or detrimental.

Origin: From the Latin word "benignus," meaning "kind" or "good."

Example: The doctor assured her that the tumor was benign and posed no threat to her health.

"Harmless" is the essence of what "benign" signifies. When something is described as benign, it implies that it is not only gentle but also free from danger or risk. For instance, a benign tumor, while it may need monitoring, does not invade surrounding tissues or spread to other parts of the body. In a broader context, the term can apply to actions or behaviors that are non-threatening or beneficial, such as a benign smile or a benign policy initiative. Thus, "benign" embodies a reassuring quality of safety and kindness in various contexts.benign

WHERE EVEN THE

DEAD CAN VOTE!

MORTUARY IS OPEN TONIGHT

THURS, FRI, SAT & SUN!

THE INFAMOIUS

MORTUARY HAUNTED MANSION

WANTS YOU!

LIMITED AMOUNT OF

DISCOUNT TICKETS

STILL AVAILABLE

BEFORE 7PM!

EERIE VENTURES LLC. dba THE MORTUARY HAUNTED MANSION

4800 CANAL ST NEW ORLEANS, LA 70119

THEMORTUARY.NET

ZONE Songwriter Showcase

Fri Oct 25, 2024 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM The Fuhrmann Auditorium, 70448

An Evening of Songs and Stories with John Oates!

Also appearing Maggie Koerner and Greg Barnhill

New Location - Fuhrmann Auditorium - 317 N. Jefferson Avenue - Covington, Louisiana

Reserved seating tickets range from 79.00+ - 119.00+ service fees. When you click on the seat you want to select, it should tell you cost.

VIP tickets (red circles) are $139.00 plus service fee. They include- Premium Seating, Early admission at 5:00pm, VIP Pre-Party with food and drinks and VIP Lagniappe

Venue Doors open at 6:15 pm

October 25, 2024

Location

The Fuhrmann Auditorium, 70448

Elmwood Self Storage and Wine Cellar

1004 South Clearview Parkway - Harahan, LA 701

Mandeville Live! Free Friday Concert Series

Meet us at the Trailhead this Fall!

Mandeville, LA (September 18, 2024) – The City of Mandeville is excited to announce our Mandeville Live! Free Friday Fall Concert series lineup. The City will host 6 Free Concerts at the Trailhead, and guests are invited to pack their blankets, chairs and dancing shoes to join us on the following Fridays:

October 25 – Sugar Shaker

November 1 – Deacon John

On October 11^th WGNO we will be live and guests are invited to show their Mandeville spirit. The concerts are free to the public. Food trucks will provide food and drinks for purchase. We ask that attendees assist us in keeping the concerts free by supporting our vendor partners. Outside food, drinks, and coolers are not permitted. For additional information visit www.ExperienceMandeville.org or call 985-624-3148.

Mandeville Trailhead

985-624-3148

675 Lafitte Street

Mandeville, LA 70448

Taylor Swift

The Eras Tour

October 25, 2024 at 6:45 PM
Add to cal
October 26, 2024 at 6:45 PM
Add to cal
October 27, 2024 at 6:45 PM
Add to cal

We’re enchanted with the news that Taylor Swift | The Eras Tour is coming to New Orleans at Caesars Superdome October 25 - 27 with special guest Gracie Abrams.

Tickets will not be sold at Caesar Superdome Box Office. Tickets are only available through Ticketmaster.com.

Dates

Oct 25 - 27, 2024

Doors Open

4:30 PM

Friday Night Heights at Above the Grid

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
Friday
25
7:00 PM

A HAUNTED DINNER

Indulge in a chilling, spine tingling evening of ghostly encounters and exquisite gourmet dining at The Haunted Dinner, situated within the historic Kelsto Club in the French Quarter. A Music Lounge and Cabaret Bar featuring the sexy Chanteuse bombshell Gennifer Flowers. The venue's past as the Soule Mansion, dating back to 1829, sets the stage for an immersive paranormal experience. Enjoy a mouth-watering meal crafted by Chef Trudy Alexander, featuring Red Bean soup, Shrimp Remoulade Salad, Blackened Fish or Chicken, Jambalaya, and Green Beans, all leading up to French Quarters pLeah's famous Pralines with Ice cream for dessert. The $100 per person event (excluding beverages) takes place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday evening. Guest assemble, beginning at 7pm in the Kelsto Club, then escorted up the Spiral

Staircase to the Haunted Dining Chamber. Secure your spot by texting Kitsy Adams at 504-495-8383.

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!

Broadside NOLA

The spooky slate has dropped

Check out our run of Halloween events in the coming weeks!

𝕾𝖊𝖊 𝖞𝖔𝖚 𝖙𝖍𝖊𝖗𝖊 ~ 𝖎𝖋 𝖞𝖔𝖚 𝖉𝖆𝖗𝖊…

600 N Broad Ave, New Orleans, LA 70119-4205, United States

6400 Airline Dr. , Metairie, LA 70003

Experience the Descent of Dr. Jekyll into the Dark Madness of Mr. Hyde in

Jekyll & Hyde: The Musical

Music by Frank Wildhorn, book by Leslie Bricusse and lyrics Frank Wildhorn, Leslie Bricusse, and Steve Cuden

Directed by Ken Goode

Music Director: Ken Leach

Onstage at Jefferson Performing Arts Center

October 25-November 3, 2024

Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s classic thriller, "The Strange Tale of Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde"

Enjoy gorgeous ballads and outstanding ensemble numbers accompanied by a live orchestra conducted by Maestro Dennis Assaf

Jekyll & Hyde Tickets at Jefferson Perf Arts Center

Oct 25

Fri • 7:30pmJekyll & HydeTheatreSee Tickets

Oct 26

Sat • 7:30pmJekyll & HydeTheatreSee Tickets

Oct 27

Sun • 2:00pmJekyll & HydeTheatreSee Tickets

Nov 1

Fri • 7:30pmJekyll & HydeTheatreSee Tickets

Nov 2

Sat • 7:30pmJekyll & HydeTheatreSee Tickets

Nov 3

Sun • 2:00pmJekyll & HydeTheatre

Tickets

SNUG HARBOR

UPCOMING EVENTS

Now 7 Nights per Week Again!

NEW SHOW TIMES:

at 7:30pm & 9:30pm Nightly

Fri Oct 25 @ 7:30 pm

Fri Oct 25 @ 9:30 pm

Sat Oct 26 @ 7:30 pm

Kim Prevost and Bill Solley

Sat Oct 26 @ 9:30 pm

Sun Oct 27 @ 7:30 pm

Kim Prevost and Bill Solley

Sun Oct 27 @ 9:30 pm

LOCATION:

SNUG HARBOR JAZZ BISTRO

626 Frenchmen St.

New Orleans, LA 70116

504-949-0696

www.snugjazz.com for Tickets

ADMISSION:

GENERAL SEATING

$20.00 - $40.00

SNUG HARBOR JAZZ BISTRO

626 Frenchmen St.

New Orleans, LA 70116

504-949-0696 to purchase tickets

2828 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70119

Friday

Oct 25

9:00 PM

The Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band

Tickets

Tickets

Tickets

Tickets

Jon Cleary Solo

1001 Esplanade Avenue

New Orleans, LA 70116

(504) 949-0038

Next events:

Friday 10/25/2024,
6:00PM - 7:45PM
Ragtime Piano Hour with Adam Rogers
Get Tickets
Friday 10/25/2024,
8:00PM - 11:00PM
Washboard Chaz Blues Trio
Get Tickets

NATIONAL GREASY FOODS DAY

2836 Lasalle Street, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana 70115

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.

Traffic Advisory: Important Information for Taylor Swift Concert Attendees

NEW ORLEANS – As the City prepares to welcome thousands of fans to the highly anticipated Taylor Swift concert series, local officials have provided traffic flow information to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone.

The City of New Orleans Department of Public Works (DPW) is actively working on construction projects and traffic signal improvements in the Central Business District (CBD) and French Quarter. Residents and visitors attending the Taylor Swift concerts should keep the following updates in mind regarding street conditions and important reminders around the Superdome:

DPW Updates and Road Impacts

Key Road Closures Due to Construction:

North Rampart, Iberville, Burgundy, and Canal Streets Road Construction Project:

Iberville Street Closure: Closed from Rampart to Burgundy
Intersection Closure: The intersection of Iberville and Burgundy is temporarily closed for valve repairs by the Sewerage and Water Board (SWB)
Lane Closure on Rampart: One lane remains open on Rampart between Canal and Iberville to allow for limited vehicular access
Lane Closure on Canal: Canal Street is reduced to two travel lanes between Burgundy and Rampart

Julia Street Road Construction Project:

Ongoing concrete patching repairs are underway on Julia Street from Carondelet to Okeefe. This lane reduction will continue until completion estimated for November

Traffic Signal Information:

Please note the following updates regarding traffic signals at key intersections:

Canal at Rampart: The traffic signal is experiencing timing issues
Rampart at Julia: Stop signs have been posted while signal repairs are underway
Tulane/Common at Rampart: Signals are flashing red

Important Parking Information:

Residents and visitors are encouraged to adhere to parking regulations to ensure a smooth experience. Common violations can be reviewed here. The City’s solar-powered parking meters accept various payment methods for your convenience.

Parking Meter Hours: Monday through Saturday from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Residents and visitors are encouraged to plan their routes accordingly and exercise caution during the concert weekend. For updates and further information, visit our construction updates page or contact the Department of Public Works at 504-658-8000.

New Orleans Police Department (NOPD)

From Friday, Oct. 25 through Sunday, Oct. 27 there will be no permanent street closures. However, temporary closures will be in place to facilitate pedestrian ingress and egress.

Traffic restrictions may occur on the following streets:

Poydras Street (North Claiborne Avenue to Convention Center Boulevard)
Canal Street (North Claiborne Avenue to North Peters Street)
Loyola Avenue (North Iberville Street to Calliope Street)

“No Parking” signs will be posted in coordination with DPW. Those vehicles found in “No Parking” zones will be towed.

Those streets include Iberville through St Ann Streets.

Both sides of Canal Street from North Claiborne Avenue to Convention Center Boulevard
700 and 800 blocks between Dauphine Street and Royal Street
On Decatur Street from Dumaine Street to St. Louis Street and on North Peters Street from St. Louis Street to Canal Street (Both sides of the street)
On Canal Street both sides from Claiborne Avenue to Convention Center Boulevard

New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (RTA)

The RTA is making adjustments to bus, streetcar and ferry service as needed:

The Algiers Point-Canal Street Ferry will add a second vessel to accommodate the anticipated increase in ridership, with ferries leaving every 15 minutes instead of every 30 minutes (Friday through Sunday, Oct. 25-27).
The 202 Airport Express bus that runs round-trip between downtown and Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport will feature an additional two buses on the route, getting riders to and from the airport every 30 minutes instead of every 90 minutes, now through Monday, Oct. 28.
Riders can expect detours around the downtown area during the concerts.

Riders are encouraged to download the Le Pass app, follow RTA at @neworleansrta for updates, visit norta.com/taylor, or call our Rideline at (504) 248-3900.

Dodgers versus Yankees

Game 1 of the World Series begins tonight (FOX, 8 pm ET) in Los Angeles as the New York Yankees and Los Angeles Dodgers—the league's two largest teams by market—face off in a historic championship for a 12th time. Current betting odds give the Dodgers a slight edge in what many commentators are calling a toss-up.

The series pits the American League and National League's No. 1 teams against each other for the first time since 2013 and only the fifth occasion in 30 seasons. The matchup also features some of the sport's best players, with five former Most Valuable Players expected to play—the most ever. That group includes each league's home run leader (the Yankees' Aaron Judge and the Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani) for the first time since 1956.

Together with the Yankees' Juan Soto, the trio makes up the sport's top batters—by weighted runs created plus, a metric that attempts to weigh a variety of factors—the first such appearance of the top three offensive leaders at the Fall Classic. See more historic stats here.

The Yankees seek their record-extending 28th championship title, while the Dodgers seek their eighth—and to avoid adding to their most-ever 14 title losses.

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

TODAY AT 11 PM – 2 AM

Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers

Blue Nile

NATIONAL BREADSTICK DAY

National Breadstick Day recognizes the delicious goodness of dunkable pieces of warm and tender enjoyment. Observe this celebration annually on the last Friday in October.

Breadsticks come in many forms. They can be soft or crunchy. Breadsticks can be flavored with garlic, onion, salt or cheese. They can also be sweetened with cinnamon and sugar.

They often accompany Italian meals. Pair them with pasta covered in alfredo or marinara sauces. Add them to a soup course. If you prefer, enjoy them with your salad. The aroma of fresh-baked breadsticks warm a home and improve every meal.

Some recipes call for cheese. A variety of cheese options can be used. Other recipes add a little bacon to the dough for an even richer flavor. When it comes to dipping sauces, breadsticks satisfy just about everyone at the table. Restaurants and home cooks offer up cheesy, herbed and spicy sauces for dipping. If you can't decide, order extra and try them all!

CHUCKY, THE NOTORIOUS KILLER DOLL DAY

Chucky, the Notorious Killer Doll Day is observed annually on October 25th.

For those who aren't Chucky fans, you have a pass. All others, get your popcorn and beverages of choice and hit play! Some who celebrate, dress up as Chucky. Those who collect Chucky merchandise add to their collection. Others, take a thrill in learning new behind-the-scene facts or reading up on Chucky fan pages.

This creepy horror flick staple of the 1980s has a full name - Charles Lee Ray. And he gets it from three real-life and notorious killers. Can you guess who they are?

Horror films often have a crossover interest. Whether an actor, character or element bleeds over into another film, fans love to pick up on the nuances. This time of year, film buffs and Halloween fans meet. This holiday brings them together under one banner of fear, thrills, and trivia.

On Deck for October 25, 2024

National Days

NATIONAL MERRI MUSIC DAY

NATIONAL FRANKENSTEIN FRIDAY

NATIONAL PHARMACY BUYER DAY

NATIONAL BREADSTICK DAY

CHUCKY, THE NOTORIOUS KILLER DOLL DAY

SOUREST DAY

On Deck for October 26, 2024

National Days

NATIONAL DAY OF THE DEPLOYED

NATIONAL TRICK OR TREAT DAY

NATIONAL FINANCIAL CRIME FIGHTER DAY

NATIONAL CHICKEN FRIED STEAK DAY

NATIONAL MAKE A DIFFERENCE DAY

NATIONAL PUMPKIN DAY

NATIONAL MINCEMEAT DAY

NATIONAL MULE DAY

NATIONAL TENNESSEE DAY

What were Barbies made for? The origin of 11 timeless toys

Published on October 25, 2024

Credit: Super Snapper

Who comes up with toys? From dolls and teddy bears to kites and frisbees, these beloved classics have origin stories filled with creativity, serendipity, and often family games. Over the decades, these toys have influenced several generations of children. How did they come to be? Let’s uncover the tales behind 11 timeless toys that left indelible marks on childhoods all around the world.

1Play-Doh

Credit: LMoonlight

It wasn’t a plaything, at first. The famous modeling putty was created in 1933 by American soap manufacturer Kutol Products for cleaning coal residue from wallpaper. When houses stopped being heated by coal and soot was no longer a housekeeping problem, the company neared bankruptcy.

It was then that the McVicker family, creators of the compound, became aware that a kindergarten teacher was using their coal-cleaning putty to make art projects with the children. Inspired, the McVickers brainstormed names for the new toy. They considered "Rainbow Modeling Compound" and "Play-Doh," ultimately choosing the latter. They launched it in 1956 and became an international success in a matter of 5 years.

2Teddy bears

Credit: Sandy Millar

You might think that teddy bears have been around for centuries, but that’s not the case. The Steiff company, founded in Germany in the 1880s, was the first to popularize plush toys in their country and across Europe. It wasn’t until 1902, however, that these toys became famous in the U.S.

This happened because, simultaneously, toymaker Morris Michtom had patented and released the design of a plushy bear figure. He based the design on a cartoon depicting President Theodore Roosevelt refusing to shoot a small, cute bear. Inspired by this incident, Michtom named the new plush toy "Teddy Bears." His and Steiff’s versions of the toy became widespread in the world. Some years later, in England, author A.A. Milne bought a fuzzy bear for his son and, in 1921, published a series of books inspired by it, called Winnie-the-Pooh.

3Playmobil

Credit: Teo Zac

Large heads, big smiles, and no noses. Did you know that the iconic design of Playmobil’s face was inspired by children’s drawings? In the early 1970s, Hans Beck, a German toymaker, revolutionized the industry with the invention of these small plastic humans. At the request of the owner of the Geobra Brandstätter company, Beck set out to design a toy that would be simple yet engaging, fitting perfectly in a child’s hand.

Beck developed the small figures, which, during the 1973 oil crisis, became a much cheaper and more viable product than larger plastic toys like hula hoops. Launched in 1974, Playmobil was an instant hit, and the brand went on to release accessories like automobiles, cranes, and boats that became just as classic as the main figures.

4Lego

Credit: ta98mori

Lego bricks have to be one of the smartest inventions in the toy world. They were introduced in 1949 by the Danish company Lego Group, today the largest manufacturer in the industry. The company was founded by Ole Kirk Christiansen, a carpenter who started making wooden toys in 1932 under a name inspired by the Danish phrase leg godt, which translates to "play well."

In 1949, the first version of the famous interlocking plastic bricks was released. This version was based on similar existing wooden blocks on the market. Over the years, seeing the inventive potential of these construction toys, the company developed a variety of brick types. Lego bricks soon became a symbol of creativity and free play to the point where they are no longer considered just toys for children but are popular among adults as well.

5Jenga

Credit: Michał Parzuchowski

As simple and brilliant as it is, the first game of Jenga wasn’t played until one family invented it in the 1970s. For 13 years after that, it remained a family tradition. Its creator, Leslie Scott, and her family had once purchased a set of wooden blocks from a sawmill in Takoradi, Ghana. Playing with them, they had come up with an exciting game that followed the rules that we now know as Jenga.

Scott explained that its name is derived from the Swahili word kujenga, which means "to build." She officially introduced Jenga to the world at the London Toy Fair in 1983, and it quickly became a global favorite.

6Barbies

Credit: Sandra Gabriel

It is estimated that two Barbies are sold every second. The world’s most famous doll was introduced in 1959 and remains one of the strongest brands in the toy industry. The concept was created by Ruth Handler, who, along with her husband Elliot, co-founded Mattel in 1945.

Ruth had noticed that their daughter, Barbara, would play with paper dolls and assign them various adult female roles. At the time, most dolls simply represented babies or infants. Combining this vision with the image of a Bild Lilli doll that Ruth had purchased in Europe, the Handlers created the Barbie doll. It became Mattel’s signature product, and the company is today one of the world’s largest toy manufacturers.

7Frisbee

Credit: Shubham Sharan

One evening after a Thanksgiving dinner in 1937, Fred Morrison and his fiancee Lucile started taking turns tossing a popcorn can lid at one another—a form of play that humans have engaged in for ages. That’s why it didn’t strike Morrison as an excellent toy idea, until one day when continuing the game of tossing a cheap pan back and forth on some beach, Fred and Lucile were approached by someone interested in buying the flying object. That was when Fred's lightbulb went off.

Marketing them as "Flyin-Saucers" to ride the wave of interest in unidentified flying objects that surged in the 1940s, Morrison and his partners started selling pan-shaped plastic discs. They eventually sold the rights to Wham-O, the company that changed the product’s name to "Frisbee."

8Kite

Credit: Agnieszka Ziomek

Kites originated in China over 2,000 years ago, but their original uses long preceded their role in park playtime as we know it today. The earliest kites were made of materials like silk and bamboo and were used for various practical purposes, including military communication, measuring distances, performing religious rituals, and testing the wind.

It wasn't until the late 19th and early 20th centuries that kites became widely recognized as recreational toys for both children and adults.

9Hula hoop

Credit: Los Muertos Crew

Of the list, these are certainly the oldest. Hoop-shaped objects have been around since 500 BC and were often used recreationally by both kids and adults. In the mid-20th century, though, bamboo hoops became extremely popular in Australia, where children would use them in playgrounds and around the streets.

In 1957, the company Wham-O (the same one that patented the "Frisbee") became aware of its success in that country. They began manufacturing the hoops in a plastic material and selling them in the U.S. as the "Hula Hoop." They did not invent the name, which had been in use since the 18th century, but they trademarked it, and it became one of their legendary products.

10Etch-A-Sketch

Credit: Klim Musalimov

Etch-A-Sketch, the famous drawing toy, was born by accident. French inventor André Cassagnes, an electrical technician, was writing with a pen on a translucent material when he realized that traces could easily be produced and erased. Based on this, he created a device he named L'Ecran Magique, or "the magic screen." The first version used aluminum powder and glass to create a toy that could be drawn on with a simple stylus, and then shaken clean to start anew.

Later on, the Ohio Art Company saw the idea at a toy fair in 1959, recognized its potential, and rebranded it as the "Etch A Sketch." For many decades, even with the advancement of digital technology, this analog toy remained a timeless classic.

11Slinky

Credit: Adam Valstar

Slinky, the beloved coil toy, was invented by naval engineer Richard James in 1943. He had been working on a project to stabilize equipment on ships when he accidentally knocked one of the springs off a shelf. He watched the spring "walk" instead of falling. That funny image gave him an idea.

Together with his wife Betty, James refined the concept and introduced it as "Slinky" through department stores. They created a toy that was as charming as it was simple, and completely affordable, initially selling for $1. The toy could walk downstairs, stretch, and bounce back, which hooked children and adults. Its timeless appeal has even earned Slinky a place in the National Toy Hall of Fame, and even an eponymous character in the Toy Story franchise.

October 25th Celebrated History

1854

During the Crimean War, Allied troops met the Imperial Russian Army in the Battle of Balaclava. Alfred, Lord Tennyson would immortalize the 600 plus troops who fought in the failed battle in his poem The Charge of the Light Brigade.

1939

DuPont sold the first nylon stockings to its employees in Wilmington, DE before they were sold to consumers.

1940

Davis entered the military in 1898. During his career, he became the first African-American to earn the rank of Brigadier General.

1955

For the first time, home cooks could prepare a meal in a microwave oven designed for home use. At a cost of $1,295, Tappan brought the domestic microwave oven to the market.

2008

At the Rig Technical University of Latvia, 2,208 dancers set a record for the longest contra line.

October 25th Celebrated Birthdays

Helen Blanchard - 1840

The prolific inventor achieved her greatest success with the invention of a zig-zag machine.

Pablo Picasso - 1881

The artist exerted an immense influence on 20th-century art. In a variety of media, Picasso produced more than 20,000 pieces.

Bobby Knight - 1940

The notorious basketball coach started his coaching career in 1964 at West Point. He ultimately coached for Indiana University bringing home 11 Big Ten Conference titles and 3 NCAA championships as well as coaching the 1984 Olympic basketball team to gold. Knight wrapped up his coaching career with Texas Tech University and retired in 2008.

Speech - 1968

Born Todd Thomas, the rapper is a member of the hip-hop group Arrested Development.

Katy Perry - 1984

The award-winning singer-songwriter rose to prominence with hits like "I Kissed a Girl" and "Dark Horse." In 2017, she joined judges Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie in the re-launch of the singing competition show American Idol.

Ain't There (dere) No More - New Orleans

Greg Salling

Dragon kolony

This is the first publicly sold bottle of Coca-Cola, released in 1894. Remarkably, it contained an estimated 3.5 grams of cocaine at the time.

⚜️⚜️Ain't There (dere) No More - New Orleans

Stephen Austen

Maurice and Margaret Fitzgerald open their namesake restaurant in 1946 and another New Orleans gastronomic legend was launched. What memories of down-home family dining ensued!

Out in West End Park, generations would cross the wooden bridge, out to the clapboard establishment. Fitzgerald’s was built on pilings and actually over Lake Ponchartrain. Mountainous servings of boiled shrimp, stuffed crabs, and fried seafood, piled on slices of toast all-but-guaranteed generations of return business.

Sadly in 1998, Hurricane Georges damaged Fitzgerald’s beyond repair. Only a few pilings mark its passing…

⚜️

What's Happening In Metairie

Jacinta M Williams

Bonjour Ma Babies!!!

Remember Morgus the Magnificent?

Morgus the Magnificent, a legendary horror host from New Orleans, captivated audiences with his blend of mad scientist antics, dark humor, and iconic style. Portrayed by actor Sidney Noel Rideau, Morgus debuted in the 1950s, introducing classic horror films while conducting outlandish experiments in his “laboratory” above the Old City Ice House. A beloved figure, Morgus became a cultural icon in New Orleans, remembered for his wit, eccentricity, and the unique charm he brought to late-night television.

Need help? Here are some tips for streaming from a phone from WWOZ's Video Director.

DAILY CALENDAR

Gambit Listings

OnlineWire - New Orleanrtual gig calendar

Welcome to

OffBeat‘s live music listings!

Warren A Bell is with Julius Evans and 6 others

at St Louis Cemetery No 2.

"BURIED HISTORY: Finding Our Past" is back this month on WYES New Orleans, starting tonight @ 9:30PM and through their All Saints Day schedule. It's my half-hour tale of uncovering forgotten family history at St. Louis Cemetery II, with a plea for more of y'all to rediscover your ancestors' buried history right there. Here's their schedule:

Saturday, Oct. 26 @ 5:30pm

Wednesday, Oct. 30 @ 3:30pm

Saturday, Nov. 2 @ 5pm

Sunday, Nov. 3 @ 10:30am

Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana

10/31 Consortium

Get ready to witness the wild side!

The 2024 Fifolet Halloween Parade is about to roll through, this Saturday at 4PM, and trust me, you don’t want to miss this. The weather's lookin’ perfect, so come find out exactly who ‘THEY’ are when 'They Walk Among Us.'

More info at : https://loom.ly/PbyR-Is

Join us for the Fifolet Halloween Parade!

Krewes and local businesses or community organizations will showcase floats and costumes and throw candy to a crowd of over 35,000. Please dress in costume and bring non-perishable food donations for the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank which will lead the parade.

AWARDS: Best Float Decor, Best Dance Troupe, Best Dance Team, Best Theme Representation, Best Throws, Most Fun, Scariest, Best Music, and Best Sucking up to the Judges (located in the Fifolet Market). Winners will be recognized at the Fifolet Awards Brunch.

REGISTER: There are many registration opportunities to join the parade. You do not have to be a member of 10/31 Consortium to be in the parade however members do receive a 20% discount on registration fees.

Halloween Parade Day

2 pm -

Staging Area Opens - No through traffic allowed

3:30 pm -

Parade Route Blocked - No through traffic allowed

4 pm -

Halloween Parade Begins

Come for the seeds, stay for the good vibes!

Hang out with us on October 26 at our Seeds for the Future event while collecting cypress seeds and making seed bombs.

We’ll start the day by learning about the importance of cypress trees, followed by a trolley ride to collect cypress seeds. Afterwards, we’ll have lunch, refreshments provided by Abita Brewing Company, lawn games and crafts!

Click the link to register: https://connect.crcl.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=730

Katie's Restaurant.

Acquistapace's Wine & Cheese

Calling all Swifties! ⁠

Get ready for a weekend "you’ll remember all too well" at Katie's! Join us for Tay Tay Weekend this Saturday and Sunday, filled with themed cocktails, brunch dishes, and desserts inspired by Taylor Swift. Plus, we’ve got friendship bracelets, Taylor on the radio, and all the sparkles your heart desires! ⁠

⁠

Cocktails like Champagne ProblemS Mimosas & Bad Blood-y Mary’s⁠

Menu Items from Ricochet Crawfish Beignets to the Back to Decem-burger⁠

Sunday Brunch with Gold Rush Lemon Ricotta Pancakes & Sweeter Than Fiction Apple Pie Waffles⁠

Wildest Creams White Chocolate & Raspberry Bread Pudding to top it all off!⁠

⁠

Reserve your spot online or just shake it off and walk in! We can’t wait to see you there! ⁠

⁠3701 Iberville St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
(504) 488-6582
dine@katiesinmidcity.com

Gretna Farmer’s Market

Event Date:

Saturday 2

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.

Community Meals Program

Second and Fourth Saturdays

12:00 PM

Our next meal will be served on

Saturday, October 26th

We provide a hot lunch for food insecure individuals in our surrounding neighborhoods and city.

All are welcome to join, volunteer, or support these efforts financially.

We have also expanded recently to offer toiletries and clothing to those who may need it. If you'd like to donate any of these items, please see Linda Easterlin.

Nov. 9 - Art Market & Shades of Praise Concert

Dec. 21 - Winter Solstice Celebration

St Charles Avenue Baptist Church | 7100 St. Charles Avenue | New Orleans, LA 70118 US

Sip or Treat is THIS Saturday! Mandeville's most fun, Halloween sampling event happens on Saturday, October 26th, from 11a-3p!

Are you ready for the family-fun!? Wine, spirits, and more to sample for the BIG kids, and lots of candy for the little ones.

Come see, IF YOU DARE

631 N. Causeway Blvd, Mandeville, LA, United States, Louisiana
(985) 951-2501

City Park, Sunday Farmers Market in New OrleansOctober 27, 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

Bayou Sarah Farms

Buttery Spell

Candlestick Bakery

Casa Borrega

Coffee Science

Costantini Pasta

Crisp Farms

Faust Farms

Fat Cat Farm

Fresh Fruit Sensations

Gingerbooch

Honest Foods

Isabel's Produce & Tamales

Johndales Farm

JuiceSEE

Know Dat Grow Dat

La Vie En Rose

Latino Snacks

Leo's Bread

Micro Pharms

Mizell Farms

Monica's Okra World

Nola Botanical Tea

Paella NOLA

Paw Paw's Donuts

Pearl River Pastures

Pickled NOLA

Poché Family Farm

Powers Beekeepers

Riverboat Coffee

Rose Wagon Ranch

Roulaison Distilling Co

Sam Sprouts

Sassy Cajun Spices

Take Box

T&R Dairy

Things N Stuff

Too Tall

VEGGI Farmers Cooperative

White Oaks

White Sand Homestead

Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville 在ナッシュビル日本国総領事館

The 2024 New Orleans Japan Fest is happening Saturday October 26 at the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA). Japan Fest is the largest celebration of Japanese culture in the Gulf South, featuring a full day of Japanese cuisine, enjoy traditional dance groups, martial arts demonstrations, and tours with the Japanese Garden Foundation.

Visit the NOMA website below to get your tickets!

https://noma.org/event/japan-fest-2024/

10月26日(土)、ニューオーリンズ美術館(NOMA)にて、ニューオーリンズ・ジャパン・フェスト2024が開催されます。日本料理、日本舞踊、武道のデモンストレーション、日本庭園観覧ツアーなどが行われます。

チケットは下記のNOMAウェブサイトからどうぞ。

https://noma.org/event/japan-fest-2024/Consulate-General of Japan in Nashville 在ナッシュビル日本国総領事館

·Festival Schedule

10:00 am | Kaminari Taiko on the front steps

10:45 am | Welcoming remarks by the Japanese Consulate of Nashville & NOMA on the front steps

11:00 am | Shogun Martial Arts in the Great Hall

11:00–11:30 am | Japanese garden tour with the Japanese Garden Foundation at the Japan Society of New Orleans table

11:00 am–2:30 pm (ongoing) | Intro to Zazen meditation with New Orleans Zen Temple in the 2nd floor Contemporary galleries

11:00 am–12:00 pm | PuriKura Panic!! performance in NOMA’s Lapis Center for the Arts

11:30 am–3:00 pm (ongoing) | Japan Society of New Orleans samurai suit fitting on the second floor

11:30 am—12:00 pm | New Orleans Kendo in the Great Hall

11:30 am–12:00 pm | Guided tour of the Japanese gallery on the third floor

12:30–1:00 pm | Kaminari Taiko on the front steps

1:00–1:30 pm | Performance by Japanese Weekend School on the front steps

1:00–1:30 pm | Baton Rouge Iaido swordsmanship demonstration in the Great Hall

1:00–1:30 pm | Candy Mix Maids performance in NOMA’s Lapis Center for the Arts

1:30–2:00 pm | Louisiana Karate Association demonstration in the Great Hall

1:30–2:00 pm | Guided tour of the Japanese gallery on the third floor

2:00–2:30 pm | Performance by Japan Club of New Orleans Minoyo Dance Group in the Great Hall

2:00–3 pm | Fashion show and cosplay costume contest in NOMA’s Lapis Center for the Arts

2:30–3:30 pm | Performance by Miki Fuji on the front steps

2:30–3:00 pm | NOLA Aikido demonstration in the Great Hall

2:30–3:00 pm | Japanese garden tour with the Japanese Garden Foundation at the Japan Society of New Orleans table

3:00–3:15 pm | New Orleans Zen Temple ceremony in the Great Hall

3:00–3:30 pm | Guided tour of the Japanese gallery on the third floor

3:00–3:45 pm | Performance by the Greater New Orleans Suzuki Forum in NOMA’s Lapis Center for the Arts

3:30–4:00 pm |Kaminari Taiko on the front steps

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!

Family Concert: Halloween Spooktacular

Saturday, October 26, 2024
11:00 AM 12:00 PM
Roussel Hall, Loyola University
6301 Saint Charles Avenue #6399New Orleans, LA

David Torns, conductor

GIACCHINO - Star Trek Into Darkness

SAINT-SAËNS - Danse Macabre

ELFMAN - Nightmare Before Christmas Orchestral Suite

WILLIAMS - "The Flight to Neverland" from Hook

WILLIAMS - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone Suite

ANDERSON-LOPEZ KROGSTAD - Music from Frozen

WILLIAMS - "Raiders March" from Raiders of the Lost Ark

DURATION: Approximately 60 minutes

buy tickets

DOORS: 10:15am /// CONCERT: 11:00am

Approximate concert length: 60 minutes

Join us early at 10:15am for Musician Learning Stations where children can learn and ask questions about different instruments and the LPO musicians that play them.

Costumes encouraged!

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.

CURED STAGE SCHEDULE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2024 TIME Songwriter Songwriter Songwriter 10:15 -10:50 AM hex wyndham pauly domingue — 11:00 -11:50 AM JULIE ROSS ROBERT RANGO — 12:00 -12:50 PM DAVID STOVER ERICA MCLAUGHLIN — 1:00 -1:50 PM SOFIA MOCK john west — 2:00 - 2:50 PM beach bums jeremy lewayne — 3:00 - 3:50 PM gary ragan DANA WOODS — 4:00 - 4:50 PM TERRI BURCH

JAMEY SHANNON — STAGE OPENS AT 10:015 AM AND CLOSES AT 5:00 PM STAGE OPENS AT 11:00 AM AND CLOSES AT 3:00 PM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2024 TIME Songwriter Songwriter Songwriter 11:00 -11:50 AM Dean FerreLl Barry Hebert — 12:00 -12:50 PM Lyla DiPaul joe sullivan — 1:00 - 1:50 PM Oliva Barns ella Salter — 2:00- 2:50 PM Ted Hefko jared daws —

ENCORE STAGE SCHEDULE SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2024 TIME Songwriter Songwriter Songwriter 11:00-11:50 AM Seth Ameski melissa sings Oliv’ 12:00-12:50 PM GARY COOK jonathan harder MAX SANDERS 1:00-1:50 PM NATHAN RIZZUTI SHANE VARNADO PHIL CRAMER 2:00-2:50 PM GRAEME HALL jaimie bernstein JOSHua LEBLANC 3:00-3:50 PM BILL ROMANO STEVE JUDICE jimmy burland 4:00-4:50 PM CLiFF ANDERS ANNABELLE MCCLEAN ZACK DAY

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27, 2024 TIME Songwriter Songwriter Songwriter 11:00-11:50 AM JOSHUA BOCK TAYLOR HARRIS PARKER FREEMAN 12:00-12:50 PM LISA O’NEILL Rebekah Alphonso WilliaM Isemann 1:00-1:50 PM NATHAN RIZZUTI RORY COLLINS TIFFANY POLLACK 2:00-2:50 PM JEA RICHARD CHRIS VINCENT LAINE BL

TICKETING.NATIONALWW2MUSEUM.ORG

The National WWII Museum

Dine & Dance Spooktacular with the Victory Swing Orchestra

Dine & Dance Spooktacular with the Victory Swing Orchestra

945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana 70130

Dine & Dance

Come put a spring in your step at BB’s Stage Door Canteen, the only place in New Orleans where you can experience a live 1940’s big band. This amazing ensemble of talented local musicians will have you swinging the night away just like your parents and grandparents did!

Included in the evening is a delicious 3-course meal and a glass of wine to accompany the sounds of the era!

5:30 p.m. Dinner Seating

7:00 p.m. Music and Dancing

Please note that all ticket sales are final and no refunds offered.

If you would like to be seated with someone attending the show that is not included in your order, please contact us at least 24 hours before showtime. 504.528.1944 ext. 402

TRUE LSU FANS

Cyril Sexton

TELEVISED ON ABC

GEAUX TIGERS FOREVER LSU

Johnette Downing - Petit Pierre and His Wild Adventure

Join us for a special story time reading and signing with children's picture book author and musician Johnette Downing as we celebrate the release of her new book, Petit Pierre and His Wild Adventure.

Petit Pierre has made a home for himself on the coast where Louisiana meets Mississippi, and now it is time for him to learn how to plunge-dive. Brown pelicans typically pick up this behavior by watching others do it. Will a potential love interest help Pierre learn how to dive? Young readers will follow his progress and, along the way, find out more about Gulf of Mexico marine life.

“As any nature-lover knows, watching brown pelicans plunge dive is one of the Gulf Coast’s most majestic sights. Joining Pierre as he learns this skill, step-by-step, page-by-page, is inspirational, exciting, and, just like in nature, a joy to behold.” — Rien Fertel, author of Brown Pelican

Johnette Downing is a multi-award winning musician and author who serves up a gumbo of Louisiana roots music and books in a toe-tapping, two-stepping good time for children across the globe. In addition to working with children, she presents keynotes and workshops for educators globally. Dedicated to celebrating childhood, nurturing cultural exchanges, and fostering literacy through her music and books, Downing has performed in the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, Central America, North America and the Caribbean. Her presentations speak to a child’s interests in an engaging, interactive, thought-provoking, educational, entertaining and culturally respectful way; earning her a reputation for being the “Musical Ambassador to Children” and the “Pied Piper of Louisiana Music Traditions.”

Event date:

Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 10:30am to 11:30am

Event address:

Octavia Books - 513 Octavia Street

New Orleans, LA 70115

Air Kare Air Conditioning & Heating

9th Annual

Tremé Fall Festival

Help Us to Keep the

History & Culture of Tremé Alive!

Festival Day

Saturday

October 26, 2024

11AM - 6PM

Featuring local foods, crafts, and music performances. Including a Second Line

1100 Block of Henriette Delille

Open to the Public

Next Game:

at North Texas

10/26/2024 | 11 a.m.

ESPN2

106.1 The Ticket

I will be playing “in the round” at the Ozone Songwriter Festival at 11a.m. Saturday, October 26 at the Trailhead (419 N. New Hampshire) in Covington. That particular stage is open from 11 to 4. This north shore event has many excellent writers, performers, and workshops in multiple venues, and it’s free! https://ozonemusic.org/

Here’s a performance schedule for ya: https://ozonemusic.org/festival/ozone-2024-fest-schedule/

Hold onto your seats, ladies and gents, because it’s finally time for Halloween/Thanksgiving/Christmas /Mardi Gras/French Quarter Fest/Jazz Fest season!

Best Wishes,

John

Po-Boy Festival | Author Line Up

October 27 • 10:30 am - 5:00 pm

Join us Sunday, October 27th for a fun day on Oak Street at Po-Boy Festival. We’ve got a great group of authors joining us for signings, meet-and-greets and general frivolity. We hope to see you there!

10:30am – 12pm | Chris Clarkson author of Chloe and the Fireflies

11:30am – 1pm | Adam Dennis author of Gary and His Little Friend Jerry

12:30pm – 2pm | Rachel M. Marsh author of Rougarou Magic

1:30pm – 3pm | Eric Cook author of Modern Creole: A Taste of New Orleans Culture and Cuisine

2:30pm – 4pm | Alexandra Navarre-Davis & Shannon Kelly Atwater author and illustrator of Clyde the Giant Crawfish

3:30pm – 5pm | Mark Rosenbohm author and creator of Nola Portraits

Chris Clarkson lives in New Orleans. When he isn’t creating fictional characters and worlds, he is exploring. You can find him in local coffee shops, finding inspiration in his third cup of coffee, and in old bookstores. One day, he hopes to travel the world with a notebook, pen, and an offbeat dream.

Author Adam Dennis received his JD from Capital University Law School in Columbus, Ohio. His many professions have included attorney, sous-chef, and touring musician, all of which influenced his writing. Gary and His Little Friend Jerry is the second collaboration between Dennis and Illustrator Herb Leonhard, continuing the adventures of Gary the Gator in Gary and the Tooth Fairy. Dennis resides with wife and two children in New Orleans, Louisiana.

Rachel M. Marsh earned her MFA in creative writing for children from Simmons University in Boston. She lives in New Orleans, where she and her husband eat the world’s best food and renovate their almost-hundred-year-old house. Rougarou Magic is her debut novel.

Eric Cook, a native New Orleanian, is the executive chef and owner of two celebrated New Orleans restaurants, Gris-Gris and Saint John. Eric Cook is a combat veteran who served six years in the United States Marine Corps. With training from the John Folse Culinary Institute, he began his culinary career at Brennan’s in the French Quarter where he studied under Chef Mike Roussel. Soon after, Cook joined the team at Commander’s Palace as Sous Chef and Chef de Partie. Cook has also worked as a private chef, executive banquet chef, and research and development consultant for several national restaurants.Sam Hanna, a New Orleans-based food and beverage photographer, boasts a global portfolio spanning books, magazines, television, and packaging. His discerning eye has attracted a diverse clientele, including restaurants, hotels, caterers, retail food brands, agencies, and renowned chefs.

Alexandra Navarre Davis was born and raised in Lafayette, Louisiana and currently resides in New Orleans with her family. She received two undergraduate degrees from the University of Louisiana at Lafayette and a Juris Doctor from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law. She practices employment law and is an adjunct professor of law at Tulane Law School. Alexandra has always had a love of literature and dreamed of writing children’s picture books. She is the author of Rise and Shine, It’s Mardi Gras Time! and Clyde the Giant Crawfish, also published by Pelican.

Shannon Kelley Atwater was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She moved to Louisiana in 2005 to attend Loyola University New Orleans where she graduated with a degree in Visual Arts. She fell in love with the city and her husband, they planted their roots and never left. She is the author and illustrator of “Alligators Don’t Like Flowers” and “Goodnight Pothole” as well as the illustrator of “Rainbow Rodney.” When Shannon’s not drawing, painting, and writing she’s chasing her three kids and dressing up as a larger than life flower with Krewe des Fleurs.

born and raised in Louisiana, Mark Rosenbohm’s art celebrates the culture and beauty of New Orleans.

Add to calendar

Details

Date: October 27 Time: 10:30 am - 5:00 pm

Venue

Blue Cypress Books 8123 Oak Street

New Orleans, LA 70118 United States + Google Map

CALLING ALL GHOULS AND GHOSTS!

The 3rd Annual Harahan Halloween Fest would like to formally invite EVERYONE to become part of the fun. Sign up NOW to participate either by entering as a Spooky Tent space or to register a car for a Trunk or Treat spot. These spots are FREE and VERY LIMITEDso don't think twice about signing up.Please go to https://littlejsdonuts.org to sign up or to learn more information about this frightening fun event.

Free Admission to Contemporary Arts Center

11:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE

Contemporary Arts Center

900 Camp Street New Orleans LA 70130

Harahan Farmers Market

weekly on Sunday
Address: 6601 10th Street, Harahan, LA
Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Price: FREE

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.

Join us here at Palmettos on Sundays from

10 am to 3 pm for an authentic

Louisiana Jazz Brunch.

1901 Bayou Ln,

Slidell, LA 70458-3227

JAZZ BRUNCH HOURS

SUN0AY

10 am – 3 pm

Parran's Po-Boys of Kenner

Prefer to make your reservation via phone?

Give us a call at (985) 643-0050.

Here’s the Saints’ full 2024 schedule in list format

Regular season

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 Su

nday, Jan. 4-5. (TBD)

Nickel-A-Dance Fall 2024 Season to Begin on Frenchmen Street

by: OffBeat Staff

The fall 2024 season of Nickel-A-Dance, a beloved free traditional jazz concert series, is set to begin on September 29. For over three decades, Nickel-A-Dance has brought live jazz to the public, offering an afternoon of family-friendly entertainment on Sundays from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. This year, the series moves to a new location at Favela Chic, located at 525 Frenchmen Street, continuing its tradition on this famous music corridor.

Originally started in 1994, Nickel-A-Dance has become a staple for fans of New Orleans jazz who may not frequent nightclubs. It attracts a diverse crowd, including children, families, and seniors, all coming together to celebrate traditional jazz as America’s original dance music. This fall’s lineup will feature some of the city’s most renowned jazz musicians.

The fall series will conclude on October 27 with Gregg Stafford and The Jazz Hounds. Stafford, a respected trumpeter and vocalist, has led several prominent New Orleans jazz bands, including Danny Barker’s Jazz Hounds and the Young Tuxedo Brass Band. He has dedicated his career to preserving the musical traditions of New Orleans and remains an active figure in the city’s jazz community.

New Orleans Jazz Club 10-27

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.

You are cordially invited to attend the following outdoor historical event on Sunday afternoon, October 27th at 819 SISTER STREET, NEW ORLEANS 70117

Hope you are able to join us!

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, October 28

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.

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

In Person Classes in New Orleans

Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm

"Shimmer" Bellydance Basics

For all levels. Ongoing

$60 per month or $18 drop in.

10 classes, used within 10 wk., $120

At: "The Movement Collective"

3921 St. Claude Ave, (Bywater)

New Orleans

Tamalyn Dallal

Movement Collective - New Orleans

Public

Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm

Come and dance...

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

$18 per class, $60 per month

10 classes for $120

www.tamalyndallal.net

Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans

NOLA Jitterbugs

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!

https://nolajitterbugsfall2023.dancecamps.org/booking.php

900 Camp St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
(504) 528-3805

Kermit's Treme Mother In Law Lounge is at Kermit's Treme Mother In Law Lounge.

Kermit Ruffins every Monday at 6 o’clock at the mother-in-law lounge

1500 N Claiborne Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
(504) 814-1819

6711 Airline Dr, Metairie, LA, United States, Louisiana

(504) 733-2248

Broadside NOLA is at Broadside NOLA.

No spooky season is complete without it, announcing our fourth year of the 𝕹𝖔𝖘𝖋𝖊𝖗𝖆𝖙𝖚 𝕴𝖒𝖕𝖗𝖔𝖛𝖎𝖘𝖊𝖉 𝕷𝖎𝖛𝖊 𝕾𝖈𝖔𝖗𝖊

Join us for two evenings of the silent film Nosferatu reanimated by spine chilling symphonics spontaneously produced by an amazing group of musicians: Brian Haas The Mike Dillon Band Helen Gillet James Singleton

400 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116

Tickets

BEAUTIFUL DREAMERS - Minrose Gwin

Join us for an evening with author Minrose Gwin when she presents and signs her new novel, BEAUTIFUL DREAMERS.

From Minrose Gwin, award-winning author of The Accidentals, comes Beautiful Dreamers, a story of a precocious teen and her mother, their gay best friend, and the con man who unravels their family.

It’s 1953 when Memory Feather and her mother, Virginia, are welcomed back home to the Mississippi Gulf Coast community of Belle Cote by Virginia’s childhood friend Mac McFadden, whose verve and energy buoy the recently divorced Virginia to embrace this new chapter. Memory (“Mem”) is unlike other girls: she is attuned to the voices of plants and animals and is missing two fingers on her twisted left hand. The three of them knit their lives together and become a close, though unconventional, family.

While Mac’s wealth, brains, and good humor have allowed him to carve out a niche in Belle Cote, his position as a gay man active in the burgeoning Civil Rights Movement exposes him to censure, harassment, and even brutality. When the unscrupulous and charismatic Tony Amato arrives in Belle Cote as Mac’s “guest,” he sets in motion a series of events that will shatter familial bonds and forever change Mem’s life. Now, an adult Mem recounts the story of the scars Tony left in her teenage years, confronting her culpability in the disastrous events of that final summer.

Sweeping, dramatic, and vividly rendered, Beautiful Dreamers is a novel of innocence and betrayal, love and intolerance, and the care and honesty we owe the families we choose.

Minrose Gwin is the author of the novels The Queen of Palmyra, a Barnes & Noble Discover Great New Writers pick and finalist for the John Gardner Fiction Book Award; Promise, which was shortlisted for the Willie Morris Award in Southern Literature; and The Accidentals, which received the 2020 Mississippi Institute for Arts and Letters Award in Fiction. Her fourth novel, Beautiful Dreamers, has just been released by Hub City Press. She has also published a memoir, Wishing for Snow, about the collision of poetry and psychosis in her mother’s life, and four books of literary and cultural criticism, most recently Remembering Medgar Evers: Writing the Long Civil Rights Movement. She was coeditor of The Literature of the American South, a Norton anthology, and The Southern Literary Journal. She received the Society for the Study of Southern Literature Richard Beale Davis Award for Distinguished Lifetime Service to Southern Letters and the William Wisdom/William Faulkner Books-in-Process Award for Rescue, the novel she’s working on now.

Like the characters in her novel Promise, Minrose Gwin is a native of Tupelo, Mississippi. She began her writing career as a journalist and later taught at universities across the country, most recently the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where she was Kenan Eminent Professor of English. She now lives in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with her partner, Ruth Salvaggio, and several loquacious four-leggeds.

Event date:

Wednesday, October 30, 2024 - 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Event address:

Octavia Books - 513 Octavia Street

New Orleans, LA 70115

New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle, City Park,

New Orleans, LA 70179

*Wednesdays are free for all Louisiana residents, courtesy of The Helis Foundation

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

Get out your lederhosen, spruce up your dirndls and prepare to eat and drink German style — It’s time for Oktoberfest at Middendorf’s! Oktoberfest is an annual tradition that runs for 6 weeks, every Wednesday and Thursday, at Middendorf’s Manchac and Middendorf’s Slidell. It starts on Oktober 2, 2024 and ends on November 7, 2024. That’s right… Oktoberfest is so much fun that it spills over into November!

There is a different Oktoberfest meal available each week (while supplies last):

APPETIZERS

Kartoffelpuffer mit Apfel Sosse 8.75 (German Potato Pancake with Apple Sauce)
Maultaschen in Brühe mit Gerösteten Zwiebeln 10.95 (German Ravioli in Broth)
Nürnbergerle 10.25 (3 small Bratwust with Sauerkraut and Pretzel)
Riesenbrezel 10.00 (Giant Pretzel with mustard)
Vesper Teller 14.50 (Assorted meats & cheeses served with pickle, radish, onion, mustard and pretzel)
Weisswurst 10.25 (White Sausage served with pretzel and sweet mustard)
Wurstsalat 9.25 (Chopped German Salami, Cold Cuts, Cheeses, Pickles and Onion tossed in Vinaigrette)
It’s the Chef’s Choice which appetizers will be available each week. Stay tuned!

ENTREES & DESSERTS (A different meal is available each week of Oktoberfest.)

10/30/24 & 10/31/24 — Schweinshaxe, Bayerischkraut und Brezel 21.50 (Pork Hind Shank/Ham Hock, Smothered Cabbage and Pretzel); Apfel Strudel mit Vanille Eis 7.25 (Apple Strudel with Vanilla Ice Cream)

11/6/24 & 11/7/24 — Wiener Schnitzel und Geröstet Semmelknödel mit Pilzrahmsoße, Gemischtem Salat und Brezel 19.50 (Breaded Thin Pork Loin and Dumpling with Mushroom Cream Sauce, Salad and Pretzel); Schwarzwälderkirschtorte 7.25 (Black Forest Cake)

The German expertise comes from Middendorf’s Owner and European Master Chef Horst Pfeifer who is a native of Germany. He grew-up in the hamlet of Bächlingen where his family still lives today. The village was established in 950 AD and boasts a grand population of around 150 people.

“It’s an honor to share my German heritage with everyone through the recipes that I grew up with,” said Middendorf’s Owner Horst Pfeifer. “I think Louis Middendorf would have been so happy to see Oktoberfest here at the restaurant. Louis was also from Germany, and he founded Middendorf’s back in 1934 with his wife, Josie. It’s funny because Middendorf’s is so widely known for seafood that a lot of people don’t realize that Middendorf is actually a German name.”

During Oktoberfest, there is a different German meal available each week for lunch and dinner, 10:30am-9:00pm (while supplies last). Guests who eat an Oktoberfest meal for all six weeks will receive an Oktoberfest Prize! Punch cards must be punched each week and turned in on the final week.
The full regular menu is also available for guests. So, you can have a German meal, and your friend can have the Thin Fried Catfish. Everyone’s happy!
Of course, we have a great selection of German beer and liqueur to go with your German meal (see below).
Authentic German music is also in store for Oktoberfest. We’ll have live accordion music every night of Oktoberfest, 4:30pm-8:30pm. In Manchac, David C. Symons will join us. In Slidell, Will Robichaux will play for the 1st week, and then for the next 5 weeks, it will be Greg Speck (aka Captain Squeeze).
Join in the fun by dressing up in your favorite lederhosen, dirndls and German accessories just like our front of house staff. We’ll have a great variety of hats and souvenirs in our gift shop.

BEER/LIQUEUR

MIDDENDORF’S MANCHAC

SPATEN PREMIUM LAGER
WARSTEINER OKTOBERFEST *ON TAP*
PAULANER OKTOBERFEST
GNARLY BARLEY FESTBIER *ON TAP*
HACKER PSCHORR OKTOBERFEST MÄRZEN
WARSTEINER DUNKEL

ASBACH URALT (Brandy)
BARENJAGER (Honey Liqueur)
BAUER’S OBSTLER (Apple & Pear Brandy)
DUJARDIN (V.S.O.P Brandy)
ECHTE KROATZBEERE (Blackberry Liqueur)
GOLDWASSER (Danzig 22kt)
HIMBEERGEIST (Raspberry Brandy)
JAGERMEISTER (Herb Liqueur)
KIRSCHWASSER (Cherry Brandy)

MIDDENDORF’S SLIDELL

SPATEN PREMIUM LAGER
WARSTEINER OKTOBERFEST *ON TAP*
PAULANER OKTOBERFEST
GNARLY BARLEY FESTBIER *ON TAP*
HOFBRÄU OKTOBERFESTBIER *ON TAP*
HACKER PSCHORR OKTOBERFEST MÄRZEN
WARSTEINER DUNKEL

ASBACH URALT (Brandy)
BARENJAGER (Honey Liqueur)
BAUER’S OBSTLER (Apple & Pear Brandy)
DUJARDIN (V.S.O.P Brandy)
ECHTE KROATZBEERE (Blackberry Liqueur)
GOLDWASSER (Danzig 22kt)
HIMBEERGEIST (Raspberry Brandy)
JAGERMEISTER (Herb Liqueur)
KIRSCHWASSER (Cherry Brandy)

Middendorf's Manchac

Open: Wednesday-Sunday, 10:30am-9:00pm

Location: 30160 Hwy 51 S, Akers (Manchac), LA 70421

Phone: (985) 386-6666

Middendorf's Slidell

Open: Wednesday-Sunday, 10:30am-9:00pm

Location: 1951 Oak Harbor Blvd., Slidell, LA 70461

Phone: (985) 771-7777

2 PM – 7 PM

Lafreniere Park Farmers Arts Market

3000 Downs Blvd,

Metairie, LA 70003-3957,

United States

The Basin Lakeview

152 W Harrison Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana 70124

Duration: 5 hr 45 min

Public

Join us for the best steaks in town! Our cast iron seared 8oz filet includes a garden salad and your choice of:

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Scalloped Potatoes

Creamed Spinach

Green Beans with Bacon

French Bread Medallions

Upgrade to the Caribbean Surf n Turf: a lobster tail and 8oz filet combo with salad, garlic mashed potatoes, and creamy spinach.

Enjoy half off wine bottles every Wednesday from 6pm to midnight!

Dine-in only

Interested

Nov 2024

Interested

Interested

Interested

Interested

Dec 2024

Wed, Dec 4

6:00 PM - 11:45 PM

Interested

1 PM – 5 PM

German Coast

Farmers Market-

Westbank Bridge Park

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

University of New Orleans | Music Department 2000 Lakeshore Drive | New Orleans, LA 70148 US

Life Center Cathedral

NOLA’s FAVORITE 16th ANNUAL PUMPKIN PATCH BASH!

Wednesday, October 30 + 5-7pm

2100 Ames Blvd, Marrero, LA 70072

Looking for a fun, FREE, and SAFE Halloween alternative?

Join us at LCC's 16th Annual Pumpkin Patch Bash for an evening of family fun that’s packed with excitement and treats!

Here’s what you can look forward to:

The Best Trunk-or-Treat – More candy than you can carry!

Face Painting & Balloons – Fun for all ages!

Spacewalks & Slides – KiddieLand for the little ones!

Trackless Train Rides - All aboard!

Petting Zoo - Pet all your favorite animals!

Costumes – Show off your style!

Food, Arts & Crafts – Creative fun and tasty treats!

Plus, snap some family photos at the Pumpkin Patch Photo Backdrop!

Don’t forget your candy bags and bring a canned good to support the Second Harvest Food Bank.

2024 Spring Concert Series
Music lovers are invited to City Park for the popular Thursdays at Twilight concert series. Bring your friends and enjoy mint juleps and array of musicians indoors at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters (1 Victory Avenue, NOLA 70124). Admission is $15. Cocktails, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food available for purchase. No outside food, drink or pets allowed.
Gates Open - 5:00pm

Performances - 6:00Thursday,

Thursdays at Twilight is sponsored by
the Louis and Virginia Clemente Foundation, Inc. with support from WWNO 89.9 FM.
October 24 | The Boogie Men
$15.00

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

Zuppardo's Family Supermarket

Comedy club
609 Fulton St, New Orleans, LA 70130-1612, United States, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
(504) 444-9553

Thu, 3

9:00 pm - 10:15 pm

(Entry at 8:00 pm

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!

Free for members of Beanlandia! Join us and help our space grow!

3300 Royal St

Saturday, November 2, 2024

Mandeville Trailhead

A Celebration of Louisiana Culture

The Mandeville Creole Culture Festival is a vibrant celebration of the rich heritage, music, food, and traditions of Creole culture. This family-friendly event brings together locals and visitors alike for an afternoon of live entertainment, cultural exploration, and community connection. Whether you're looking to immerse yourself in the rhythms of Creole music, taste authentic cuisine, or learn about Creole history and customs, there's something for everyone at the festival!

Mark your calendars for the ultimate holiday tasting event!

Taste of the Holidays is back on November 2nd from 12 PM to 4 PM! Sample delicious bites from our holiday menu, including savory favorites, wine, cheese, bakery treats, catering platters, and so much more. Don’t miss your chance to taste what’s in store for the season!

While we host the Art Market throughout the day on Nov. 9, the local musical choir, Shades of Praise, will also perform a concert in our sanctuary at 2:00 PM. Come browse the Art Market and also enjoy the choir!

Tulane Football

is at Yulman Stadium.

SELL OUT

Homecoming on November 9th against Temple is officially sold out!

New Orleans Friends of Music Visit friendsofmusic.org for more information.

2024-25 Season Schedule:

Monday, November 11: David Greilsammer, Piano
Tuesday, December 3: Dover Quartet
Monday, February 10: Isidore Quartet
Monday, March 24: Trio Virado
Tuesday, April 22: Escher Quartet with Terrence Wilson, Piano

Friends of Music is celebrating its 70th Season!

Trans-Siberian Orchestra

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas EveEvent Date: Wed, Nov-13-2024

Event Time: 2:00 pm

Trans-Siberian Orchestra: The Lost Christmas EveEvent Date: Wed, Nov-13-2024

Event Time: 7:00 pm

Onsale: 9/13/2024 at 10:00 am

https://www.facebook.com/share/Bo3nZbnbEGC5ufyw/

23 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

2024 Full Moon schedule

(all times Eastern)

Nov. 15 — 4:28 p.m. — Beaver Moon
Dec. 15 — 4:02 a.m. Cold Moon

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.

Paul Mauffray

I am happy to announce a concert of

Baroque Concertos & Solo Cantatas

presented by Symphony Chorus of New Orleans

and Lexus of New Orleans,

Sunday, November 17th at 5 pm

at St. Mary's Assumption Church

923 Josephine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130

with music by Bach, Corelli, Handel, & Vivaldi

performed by

Jacob Huffty (baritone) & Casey Kearney Hudson (oboe)

Bach - Cantata 82 Ich habe genug

Nicole Heinen (soprano) & Patrick Smithers (trumpet)

Bach - Cantata 51 Jauchzet Gott

Michael Bauer (organ)

and

Paul Mauffray (harpsichord)

A Tribute to the Queen: Irma Thomas

November 27th | Tipitina's

Tipitina’s, in collaboration with producer Sonny Schneidau, is thrilled to announce A Tribute to the Queen – Irma Thomas, a special event honoring the legendary Soul Queen of New Orleans. This one-night-only tribute will showcase performances by Irma Thomas herself, alongside a star-studded lineup of female artists who will honor her legacy by performing her most beloved songs. Among the performers are Galactic, Ani DiFranco, Marcia Ball, Jelly Joseph, Erica Falls, Leyla McCalla, Joy Clark, Susan Cowsill, Gabrielle Cavassa, Sierra Green and Jolynda “Kiki” Chapman. Irma Thomas, joined by Galactic, will also preview songs from their forthcoming album Audience With The Queen, set for release in 2025.

A portion of the event’s proceeds will benefit the New Orleans Musicians’ Clinic.

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.

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.

NFL on FOX

WE GOT NEXT.

See you in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX on FOX

Love New Orleans &

She'll Love You Back.

.Sincerely,

Frank Stansbury

Lafete News

LaFete11@att.net

504-450-1955