NATIONAL MASCOT DAY | JUNE 17

Recognizing the luck they bring to teams, franchises, and more, National Mascot Day celebrates these iconic figures on June 17th each year.

Mascots have been around for over 130 years. We derive the term mascot from the French word La Mascotte. A mascotte is considered a woman or girl with mystic powers and the ability to bring good luck. In the French opera by the same name, the character is a farm girl. The opera opened Paris in 1880, followed by additional productions across Europe.

A November 11, 1882 sports article in the London new paper, The Era, reported a football match between Middleborough Association and a newly formed team called La Mascotte. One player, Mr. W.E. Gregory, dressed up in costume. The article doesn't describe the player's attire, but it does mention he earned a nickname from the female members of the crowd. The article also praises Gregory for his play on the field. Was he the first sports mascot?

Well, sports are full of good luck charms, jinxes and ritual. In the United States, the first mention of sports mascot shows up in baseball in 1883. According to The Dickson Baseball Dictionary, a boy working for the team named "Chic" earned a reputation of bringing good luck to the players.

These days, mascots come in an array of costumes and characters. Not only do they stir up the fan base, but they also entertain. Other mascots educate and help us find our favorite places. Whether they teach us about forest fires or welcome us to our favorite restaurants, mascots fill the American landscape.

NATIONAL ROOT BEER DAY

June 17 is National Root Beer Day and give everyone the opportunity to enjoy the refreshingly frosty soda known as root beer. Celebrating this beverage holiday is as easy as gathering some friends and some of root beer to enjoy together. What are you waiting for?

Commercial root beer production in the United States has been around since 1875. Producers traditionally use molasses and elements of sassafras as the main ingredients. Today, over 100 brands of root beer are produced with a range of flavors. Some add extra punches of vanilla while others lean on the caramel flavors. Some have a bitter bite while others are smooth from start to finish. 

Meteorologist Hannah Gard 

FLOOD THREAT: Heavy rainfall is expected today as tropical moisture continues to funnel north in the Gulf. High rain rates could lead to widespread totals from 2-4" with isolated areas 5"+. Stay weather aware!

Valid at our Metairie Location only June 17-23

New Orleans recently made history by becoming the first city in the United States to host the prestigious international culinary competitions, the Bocuse d’Or and Pastry World Cup. The events took place from June 11-13 at the New Orleans Convention Center, drawing chefs and pastry experts from across North and South America, showcasing their skills and competing for a chance to go to the finals, to be held in Lyon, France.

The Bocuse d’Or competition is renowned as the most rigorous global cooking competition, often referred to as the "Olympics of the Culinary World." Each team in the New Orleans competition was tasked with completing the Bocuse d'Or's two iconic tests: the theme on a plate and the platter theme, both featuring the host region's local and emblematic products, which included wild boar rack, grits, alligator sausage, whole white shrimp, Murder Point oysters, and jumbo lump crab meat.

The Bocuse attracts some of the biggest culinary stars in the world. Writes food critic Ian McNulty: “For some, meeting star chefs like Thomas Keller and Daniel Boulud in New Orleans was akin to spotting Mick Jagger in town during Jazz Fest.”

Team USA took the gold medal and will continue its campaign for the ultimate Bocuse d’Or prize, along with teams from Canada (silver), Mexico (bronze) and wild card qualifiers Chile and Colombia. To secure their spot in the finals, Team USA prepared a dish entitled "California's Celebration of Louisiana Shellfish" and a platter entitled "Golden State Soul: California Meets the Bayou" as part of a 5-hour and 30-minute battle. The team was led by San Diego chef Stefani de Palma and assistant Bradley Waddle from Redding, CA, who have been training in Napa with a full team of coaches since securing a slot in the competition last September.

Hosting the Bocuse d’Or is part of New Orleans & Company’s efforts to drive tourism during the summer months. “It is a testament to our culinary community and the international reputation our city enjoys for the unique, one-of-a-kind cuisine we showcase across our dining landscape, including classic restaurants operated for generations by legendary families, innovative fine dining, and passionate chefs in kitchens of all sizes and genres” said New Orleans & Company President & CEO, Walt Leger III.

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

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

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

See it every Saturday at 10am & Sundays at 11:30am.

Watch on WYES-TV and stream on wyes.org/live and on the WYES and PBS Apps. Out of WYES’ viewing area? Contact your local public television station for air dates. For a limited time, see new episodes with WYES Passport.

Glass Recycling Locations

Don't forget, we now have three recycling locations in the neighborhood. And its not just for glass! You can bring paper, cardboard, aluminum cans, and plastics #1 and #2.

All drop off locations are from 11:00 - 2:30 and a friendly Glass Half Full employee will be ready to assist.

Tuesdays: Jazz Museum (Barracks St. Entrance)

Thursdays: Cabrini Park

Sundays: Hisgtoric New Orleans Collection (616 Toulouse)

Charlie's Steak House

Location

4510 Dryades St

New Orleans, LA

70115

What is the Largest Desert in the World?

Gobi Desert

Sahara Desert

Atacama Desert

Arabian Desert

The Sahara Desert is the world's largest warm-weather desert, covering 3.5 million square miles or 25% of Africa. It's roughly the same size as the contiguous United States and stretches over 3,000 miles from east to west, covering parts of 11 countries in North Africa. The name "Sahara" means "desert" in Arabic

NOLA Gold Rugby

Happy Father's Day to all of our dads at NOLA Gold Rugby.

back home with a win!

Best Snowballs in New Orleans | Top 10 New Orleans Snowball Stands

By: Emily Hingle

When the weather gets hot in New Orleans, which is most of the year, you can find this tasty treat to cool you off. The snowball is a delicacy of the modern day when freezing water to make ice was finally invented. Local businessmen George Ortolano and Ernest Hansen created ice-shaving machines in the 1930s that would go on to make snowballs for nearly a century. Today, you can get snowballs across Louisiana, but everyone has their favorite spot because of all the great snowball memories.

These New Orleans snowball stands have been cranking out snowballs seasonally for years. Each one has their own specialties, but there are lots of excellent flavors at all of them.

WHERE TO GET SNOWBALLS IN NEW ORLEANS

1. Hansens's Sno-Bliz

4801 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 891-9788

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Hansen's Sno-Bliz [Courtesy of Hansen's Sno-Bliz Facebook]

When you drive past Hansen's, you'll probably notice a line down the block. The snowballs here are so good that New Orleanians have been enjoying them for almost a century! This humble snowball stand was awarded by the James Beard Awards in 2014 for being an "American Classic."

The regulars will always go for their favorite flavors, but there's no shame in trying one of the specialty limited flavors from time to time. Try a plain flavor like Pineapple, Grape, or Strawberry. The tart flavors include Satsuma, Limeade, and Fruit Punch. The new fancy flavors are also great: Hibiscus, Fresh Watermelon, Pink Peppermint, Ginger Cayenne, and more.

2. Imperial Woodpecker Sno-Balls

3511 Magazine St., (251) 366-7777

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Imperial Woodpecker Sno-balls [Courtesy of iwsnoballs.com]

Imperial Woodpecker Sno-Balls celebrated a decade of serving snowballs on Magazine Street at Aline Street in 2023. What sets this stand apart from the rest are the all-natural house-made syrups that can be ordered, although there are traditional sugary syrups available as well.

The house-made flavors include, but are not limited to, Coconut Milk, Lemon Basil, Pineapple Cilantro, and Watermelon Jalapeño. The cream house-made flavors include Cereal Cream, Cream of Cardamom, Earl Grey Cream, Cream of Chicory Coffee, and Vanilla Bean Cream. Get one of those topped with Marshmallow Fluff or even some vanilla ice cream for a real treat.

3. Pandora's Snowballs

901 N Carrollton Ave., (504) 285-4867

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Pandora's Snowballs [Courtesy of Pandora's Snowballs Facebook]

Pandora's Snowballs is easy to find when you're cruising down Carrollton. Just look for the line of people waiting on the corner of Dumaine Street. This Mid-City institution is open seasonally, but it's totally worth coming back in the summer to get a snowball to keep cool.

The cream syrups are really the standouts. There are dozens of flavors to try. The Orchid Vanilla Cream and Wedding Cake Cream are more sophisticated, while the Sky Blue Cream and Nectar Cream are for Pandora's biggest fans. There's also options including Red Velvet Cream, Cookie Dough Cream, Grasshopper Cream, Bananas Foster Cream, and Buttercream Cream just to name a few.

4. Sno-La

8108 Hampson St., (504) 327-7669

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Sno-La [Courtesy of Sno-La Facebook]

There's something very special about Sno-La. This snowball stand stuffs the inside of their snowballs with cheesecake. That's right! You have the option of having a snowball with a big chunk of creamy cheesecake right in the middle. There are plenty of traditional snowballs, too.

The Sno-La Favorite is a red velvet cream snowball stuffed with cheesecake, and The Pelican is a Bananas Foster cream and red velvet cream snowball stuffed with cheesecake and topped with condensed milk. The Chantilly Cake is a gorgeous treat: wedding cake cream and strawberry snowball stuffed with cheesecake, strawberries, and blueberries, and topped with whipped cream or condensed milk.

5. The Original New Orleans Sno-balls & Smoothee

4313 Elysian Fields Ave., (504) 309-5346

[Courtney Cook, Unsplash]

New Orleans Sno-balls has so much more than shaved ice treats, though that would be reason enough to visit it. They've got great flavor options like Bahama Mama, Cantaloupe, Polar Punch, and Tsunami, in addition to all the usual flavors you know well. The cream flavors deserve some attention. You can't find snowballs like Pralines-N-Cream, Strawberry Shortcake, or Banana Cream anywhere else.

You can also get a refreshing smoothie or concessions like hot dogs, corn dogs, and popcorn. To make a meal out of it, get a dozen Hot Tamales. It's a totally New Orleans tradition!

6. Rodney's Snowball Stand

9231 Lake Forest Blvd., (504) 241-2035

[Lance Anderson, Unsplash]

Rodney's is a favorite snowball stand for many Westbank residents. The traditional snowballs, in flavors like Passionfruit, Butterscotch, Banana, and Mango, keep them coming back, but the Deluxe Cream Flavors topped with condensed milk are special. The Piña Colada Cream can transport you to a tropical beach.

When you're at Rodney's, you may also be tempted to get a second dessert like a Hot Caramel Pecan Pie Sundae, a Strawberry Malt, or a Root Beer Float. If you prefer something hot and savory, the Hot Tamales or Chili Cheese Nachos will fill you up.

7. Ike's Snowballs

520 City Park Ave., (504) 208-9983

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Ike's Snowballs [Courtesy of Ike's Snowballs Facebook]

If you're heading to City Park, stop by Ike's right next to MoPho for a big, cold snowball. There are a lot of options including cream, sugar-free, and clear flavors. There are also two very special snowballs just for dogs, who are welcome to hang out on the porch. They will love the chicken or roast beef snowballs made just for them.

The humans in your life will probably prefer a regular old snowball in a traditional flavor like Cake Batter, Tiger's Blood, Green Apple, or Strawberry, or something special like a Wine Cooler, Georgia Peach, Silver Fox, or Mojito.

8. Sal's Sno-Balls

1823 Metairie Ave., (504) 666-1823

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Sal's Sno-Balls [Courtesy of Sal's Sno-Balls Facebook]

Old Metairie folks rejoice when Sal's Sno-Balls opens for the season. Sal's may have the best snowballs in Jefferson Parish. Sal's keeps their menu simple, which means that the line moves pretty fast. People take their snowballs and eat them sitting on the tree stumps underneath the shady trees around the stand. You may be able to get a cup of shaved ice for your four-legged friend if you ask.

Sal's signature flavors are popular with the regulars: Popeye, Purple Dream, Sock-It-To-Me, and S'mores are one-of-a-kind. Sample one of the cream flavors like the Crème de Mint or a chocolate flavor like the Cherry Sip for something different.

9. Bubby's Snoballs

247 Harrison Ave., (504) 905-2366

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Bubby's Snoballs [Courtesy of Bubby's Snoballs Facebook]

Bubby's has a loyal clientele of Lakeview families who love walking over to the stand on hot days. Traditional snowballs are the main feature, but there are some snacks and soft-serve ice cream that may persuade you as well.

Adults will love the cocktail-inspired flavors like Hurricane, Margarita, Mojito, White Russian, and Pina Colada. Kids of all ages will appreciate Candy Apple, Wild Cherry, Nectar Cream, and Dreamsicle. You can get your dreamy snowball topped with a number of things, including gummy bears, strawberries, nuts, and Butterfingers.

10. Downtown 504 Snowballz

1703 N Broad St., (504) 344-9199

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In Person Classes in New Orleans

Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm

"Shimmer" Bellydance Basics

For all levels. Ongoing

$60 per month or $18 drop in.

10 classes, used within 10 wk., $120

At: "The Movement Collective"

3921 St. Claude Ave, (Bywater)

New Orleans

 Tamalyn Dallal

Movement Collective - New Orleans

Public 

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Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm

Come and dance...

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

$18 per class, $60 per month

10 classes for $120

www.tamalyndallal.net

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, June 17

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. 

NATIONAL CHERRY TART DAY

National Cherry Tart Day is a tart dispute. While usually observed on June 17th, it is also suggested that June 18th and 21st are also the days for this unofficial food holiday. To be on the safe side, make three.

Now, if you are looking for a cherry pie, we've blown the top off that day. Or rather, it's been left off entirely. A tart has a shallow crust, and the filling can be sweet or savory. On June 17th (18th or 21st), the choice is a sweet and lip-smacking cherry filling!

As with apples, eat the sweetest cherries fresh. Use those sour cherries and sweeten them up with some sugar to make a delicious, crowd-pleasing tart.

NATIONAL APPLE STRUDEL DAY

On June 17 get whirled up in pastry dough, apples, and spices and celebrate National Apple Strudel Day. In German, the word strudel means whirlpool or eddy. This tasty dessert is perfectly described in its German language as the sweet mixture of fruit, sugar, spices, and layers of thin dough rolled together and baked. The result is a bubbling, flaky treat.

As a breakfast item or dessert, apple strudel goes well with coffee and tea. Consider adding it to a brunch or bake ahead for guests. Often served at bakeries and coffee shops, strudel can also be a savory dish.

On Deck for June 17, 2024

National Days

NATIONAL EAT YOUR VEGETABLES DAY

NATIONAL ROOT BEER DAY

NATIONAL CHERRY TART DAY

NATIONAL APPLE STRUDEL DAY

NATIONAL MASCOT DAY

On Deck for June 18, 2024

National Days

NATIONAL GO FISHING DAY

NATIONAL WANNA GET AWAY DAY

NATIONAL SPLURGE DAY

June 17th Celebrated History

1928

As a passenger aboard a plane flown by Wilmer Shultz, Amelia Earhart became the first woman to fly across the Atlantic Ocean.

1942

Yank magazine publishes the first G.I. Joe cartoon. Created by comic strip artist and former Army Sergeant David Breger, G.I. Joe became a permanent part of Americana.

1950

Dr. Richard H. Lawler performed the first kidney transplant at Little Company of Mary Hospital in Chicago, Illinois. Even though the patient’s body rejected the kidney 53 days later, Ruth Tucker would live another five years.

1972

Five men broke into the Democratic National Committee headquarters. The break-in and their subsequent arrest sparked the Watergate scandal. President Richard Nixon would resign the presidency two years later.

June 17th Celebrated Birthdays

Susan La Flesche Picotte – 1865

Susan La Flesche Picotte attended Women’s Medical College of Pennsylvania. In 1889, she became the first Native American woman to receive a medical degree.

James Weldon Johnson – 1871

A civil rights activist and composer, James Weldon Johnson became United States consul to Puerto Cabello in Venezuela under President Theodore Roosevelt. He is also noted for composing the song Lift Every Voice and Sing.

Ruth Wakefield – 1903

The American baker would become a legendary name in the world of baking. In 1937, she added semi-sweet chocolate to a chocolate cookie recipe instead of baker’s chocolate. The delicious result was the chocolate chip cookie!

Art Bell – 1945

Broadcaster and founder of the radio program Coast to Coast AM syndicated, Art Bell focused on the unusual, conspiracies, and extraterrestrials. His program lives on with new hosts and new unexplained phenomena.

New Orleans' Classic Memories: 1718 -1964

Jerrytt Mon 

It was the American Legion Fiesta held as an outdoor carnival (circus tent). It was located at S. Claiborne Ave between Canal St. & Tulane Ave. (Mid-City) across Canal St. looking towards Tulane Ave. (The date was 2-20-1920). One might notice the Werlein's and French Market Coffee billboards possibly to help promote/support the fiesta effort.

New Orleans' Classic Memories: 1718 -1964

Jerrytt Mon 

Unique hint AD ca. 1960s for cutting straight hair bangs with Scotch brand cellulose tape. Some may relate to this.

Derby Gisclair

2721 Esplanade Avenue: The Home of Josie Arlington

From the archives of the Earl K. Long Library at the University of New Orleans, we have this unattributed photograph of the building at 2721 Esplanade Avenue, the residence of Josie Arlington. Born Mary Deubler in New Orleans around 1864, she was drawn into a life of prostitution at the age of seventeen by Philip Lobrano in order to support her family. Lobrano would later be arrested for the murder of her brother, Peter Deubler, but was acquitted of the crime. At the age of twenty-six she opened her first brothel at 172 Customhouse Street (Iberville Street) which she relocated to 225 North Basin Street in Storyville in 1898 shortly after it opened.

Mary took up with a clerk in the city’s Treasury Office named Tom Brady. Following a trip to the Arlington Hotel in Hot Springs she renamed her brothel and took the name Josie Arlington as her nom de guerre. Influenced by the opulence of the Arlington Hotel, Josie’s establishment was elegant and expensive. Her selection of available ladies for patrons to consider was augmented by a “live sex circus” that could be viewed for an extra fee. When her brothel was destroyed by fire in 1905, she moved into the building next door to Tom Anderson’s saloon and renamed it the Arlington Annex. She sold the business to Anderson in 1909 when she retired. Arlington died in 1914 and is buried in Metairie Cemetery.

The building was moved to its present location at 2863 Grand Route St. John in the 1920s following the purchase of the land by the Orleans Parish School Board for the proposed McDonogh No. 28 School.

Divina RiggioOld Photographs Group 

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1936 Pontiac sedan interior could be converted into a bed. "Business Coupes" had fold-down seats traveling salesmen used to sleep in on the road. Someone might have been conceived in it.

Louisiana State Archives

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The #LouisianaStateArchives is excited to announce our highly anticipated new exhibition, “America’s Last Fair: The 1984 Louisiana World Exposition”, opening Monday, March 4, and on display through Friday, December 13, 2024.

The exhibition showcases the creative engineering and artistic talent of countless Louisianans who entertained visitors from May 12-November 12, 1984. We look forward to sharing memories from the ‘84 Expo with you, so mark your calendars for a date with the Archives! #americaslastfair #worldsfairs #neworleanshistory #seymoredfair

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

(504) 733-2248

The New Orleans Juneteenth Festival commemorates the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It is a time of reflection, celebration, and community engagement.

The festival is on Wednesday, June 19 from 12 pm - 6 pm at Congo Square, with a Second-Line at noon to kick off the event. New Orleans Juneteenth Festival provides an artistic space for local performing artists, vendors, and speakers to express their creativity while celebrating what liberation looks like through the lens of New Orleans culture.

St. Bernard Parish Government 

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**Juneteenth Committee to Commemorate Juneteenth in St. Bernard Parish**

St. Bernard Parish, LA – The Juneteenth Committee is delighted to announce a heartfelt community event commemorating Juneteenth, taking place on Wednesday, June 19, 2024 from 9am - 11am at Val Riess. This celebration aims to foster education, cultural awareness, and honor the historical significance of Juneteenth.

Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, marks the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the United States. It is a day for celebration, reflection, and learning. The Juneteenth Committee has organized a rich array of activities including historical presentations, a catered breakfast, music, and water activities for children.

"We are thrilled to partner with our sponsors and the St. Bernard Parish Office of Tourism to bring the community together once again to honor the rich history and achievements of African Americans," said April Columbus, President of the Juneteenth Committee. "Every year, this event provides an opportunity for all residents of St. Bernard Parish to come together, learn, and celebrate the emancipation of the enslaved. We aim to raise awareness and commemorate Juneteenth in a meaningful way."

This year's event will highlight and commemorate the Historical Fazendeville Community of St. Bernard Parish. By focusing on the importance of our roots, community, education, unity, and cultural appreciation, we hope to ignite a spirit of inclusivity and inspire our local leaders and government.

Philip Melancon

Gennifer Flowers' Kelsto Club

Wednesday Speakeasy at 7 …

720 St Louis, Across from Antoine’s

. . . No Cover

On Friday, June 21st from 6:00 – 8:00 PM, International House celebrates the advent of sultry summer with reverence and Vodou mystique found only in this

impossibly interesting city.

For centuries, the Summer Solstice has been celebrated worldwide, marking a time of transition and renewal. 

But, today, we’re the only hotel in the world that honors this sacred time with a local blend of Haitian Vodou, Catholicism, Native American tradition and Masonic mystery - paired, of course, with an extraordinary cocktails.

Kindly join us - dressed in white - for a fascinating evening. The rhythm of drums. A fascinating Priestess. This Creole World brought vividly to life. This beguiling Solstice celebration has happened annually for 150 years - first by legendary Voodoo Queen    Marie Laveau and now by the remarkable Priestess Sallie Ann Glassman.

New Orleans Jazz Club

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.

NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans Department of Safety & Permits’ Healthy Homes Administration today announced their next series of Landlord Information Sessions. After the success of the first session, held on May 30 at Gernon Brown Recreation Center, and due to overwhelming interest from residents, the Healthy Homes Administration has now planned an additional seven meetings.  

Aimed at providing information for rental property owners across the city, each Landlord Information Session will offer landlords an opportunity to learn the requirements of the Healthy Homes Ordinance, as well as how to register rental property with the City of New Orleans.  

The registry process for Healthy Homes is being implemented in a phased approach, based on the total number of units on each parcel. The next round is for parcels with 4 – 49 dwelling units. Registration for these owners must be completed between July 1 to August 15, 2024. Owners of parcels with 4 – 49 dwelling units are encouraged to attend one of these sessions to receive more information on the process.  

There will be at least one meeting in each City Council District, including two in Districts C and E. The dates and locations are as follows: 

• Monday, June 24 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Norman Mayer Library (3001 Gentilly Blvd.) 
• Tuesday, June 25 from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Algiers Regional Library (3014 Holiday Dr.) 
• Wednesday, June 26 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Rosenwald Recreation Center (1120 S. Broad St.) 
• Thursday, June 27 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Andrew Pete Sanchez Multi-Service Center (1616 Fats Domino Ave.) 
• Friday, June 28 from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. at Treme Recreation Community Center (900 N. Villere St.) 
• Monday, July 1 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Robert E. Smith Library (6301 Canal Blvd.) 
• Tuesday, July 2 from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. at East New Orleans Regional Library (5641 Read Blvd.) 

Attendees must register here before attending a session. More information about the Healthy Homes Administration can be found online at nola.gov/next/healthy-homes. 

LSU Athletics is proud to announce its year-long celebration of 100 Years in Tiger Stadium, highlighted by stadium upgrades, events, storytelling initiatives, and a season-long celebration throughout the 2024 campaign.

Tiger Stadium, one of America’s most iconic sporting venues, first opened its gates on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 1924. Since then, the Tigers have won 450 contests in Death Valley, which has been home to two Heisman Trophy winners, four national championship teams, and 12 SEC title-winning squads.

Included in the celebration are several upgrades to Tiger Stadium, including a new videoboard and lighting system, as well as other upgrades designed to enhance the game day experience. Other events and celebrations will be announced throughout the year.

The 2024 home schedule features several marquee matchups, including home contests against Oklahoma, UCLA, and Alabama. Information on the full 2024 schedule and season tickets will be announced in the coming weeks.

One of the most legendary stadiums in all of college football, Tiger Stadium has been called “the best place in the world to watch a sporting event” by ESPN and “the pound-for-pound king of noise in college football.”

Entering its centennial season in 2024, Tiger Stadium has been a cornerstone of LSU Athletics and the Louisiana community for almost a century, hosting numerous NFL superstars, Heisman Trophy winners, and Hall of Famers since its opening in 1924. It serves as a sporting, cultural, and commercial hub for LSU Athletics, which contributes an estimated $500 million of economic activity for the state of Louisiana annually.

Southeastern Conference 

2024 SCHEDULE

LSU Football

NFL on FOX 

WE GOT NEXT.

See you in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX on FOX