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NATIONAL EAT YOUR BEANS DAY

National Eat Your Beans Day is a "live healthy" holiday falls on July 3rd and celebrates the bean vegetable in all sizes, shapes, and colors. Beans (legumes) date back to the early seventh millennium BCE, making them one of the longest-cultivated plants. 


Beans are a significant source of protein. If you're looking for complex carbohydrates, folate, fiber, and iron, eat some beans. They are excellent sources for each of those. A very healthy choice for any meal or snack, they are also an excellent source of fiber, low in fat and high in complex carbohydrates, folate, and iron.

  • There are approximately 40,000 bean varieties in the world.
  • Only a fraction of these varieties are mass-produced for regular consumption.


That's a lot of beans! How do we know which ones to choose? Snacking on chickpeas provides us with one of the best choices. Also known as garbanzo beans, these legumes pack a whopping 12.5 grams of fiber, 71 % of the recommended daily intake (RDI) of folate, 84% RDI of Manganese, and 26% RDI of Iron per serving in 1 cup. Add chickpeas to stews like you would any bean. However, they also roast nicely with your favorite herbs and spices for a delicious and healthy snack.

With so many choices, celebrating with beans should be a delicious success!


New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins Diboll Circle, City Park,
New Orleans, LA 70179

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*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

Heat Advisory issued July 3 at 3:​38​AM CDT until July 4 at 7:​00​PM CDT by NWS New Orleans LA

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values up to 118 expected. * WHERE...Portions of southeast Louisiana and southern Mississippi. * WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 7 PM CDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat and high humidity events.

N O. Seal

HEAT RELIEF RESOURCES DURING DAYTIME HOURS

WEDNESDAY, JULY 3

 

Anyone seeking relief during daytime hours can visit the following locations: 

  • Louisiana SPCA, 12 p.m.-5 p.m. (1700 Mardi Gras Blvd.)
  • Robert E Smith Library, 10 a.m.-7p.m. (6301 Canal St.)
  • Mid-City Library,10 a.m.-7 p.m. (4140 Canal St.)
  • Nix Library,10 a.m.-7 p.m. (1401 S. Carrollton Ave.)
  • Children’s Resource Center Library,10 a.m.-7 p.m. (913 Napoleon Ave.)
  • City Dennis Hubbell Library, 10 a.m. -7 p.m. (725 Pelican Ave.)
  • Algiers Regional Library, 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. (3014 Holiday Dr.)
  • Norman Mayer Library,10 a.m.- 7p.m. (3001 Gentilly Blvd.)
  • Alvar Library,10 a.m.-7 p.m. (913 Alvar St.)
  • East New Orleans Regional Library,10 a.m.-7 p.m. (5641 Read Blvd.)
  • MLK Jr Library, 10 a.m.- 7 p.m. (1611 Fats Domino Ave.)
  • Rosenwald Annex Senior Building, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (1120 S Broad St.)
  • Nord Annunciation Center, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (800 Race St.)
  • Keller Community Center, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (1814 Magnolia St.)
  • Hunters Field, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (1659 N. Claiborne Ave.)
  • Desire-Florida Multi-Purpose Rec Center, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (3250 Industry St.)
  • Xavier University of Louisiana Convocation Center, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (7900 Stroelitz St.) (Water Provided)
  • Main Library, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. (219 Loyola Ave.) (Water Provided)
  • Central City Library,10 a.m.-7 p.m. (2020 Jackson Ave.) (Water Provided)

 

Indoor Pools - 2 p.m.-8 p.m. 

  • Treme Pool, 900 N. Villere St.
  • Joe Brown Pool, 5601 Read Blvd.
  • Gert Town Pool, 3411 Broadway St.
  • Sanchez Center Pool, 1616 Fats Domino Ave.

 

Outdoor Pools - 2 p.m.-8 p.m.

  • Stallings Gentilly Pool, 2700 Lapeyrouse St.
  • Lyons Pool, 624 Louisiana Ave.
  • Stallings St Claude Pool, 4300 St. Claude Ave.
  • Sampson Pool, 3211 Treasure St.
  • Whitney Young Pool, 6500 Magazine St.
  • St Bernard Pool, 1500 LaFreniere St.
  • Lyons Pool, 624 Louisiana Ave.
  • Rosenwald Pool, 1120 S. Broad St.

HEAT RELIEF RESOURCES OVERNIGHT FOR THE UNHOUSED

MONDAY, JULY 1 – WEDNESDAY, JULY 3

  • Ozanam Inn shelter, 2239 Poydras St.
  • The New Orleans Mission shelter, 1130 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.
  • Low Barrier Shelter, 1530 Gravier St.
  • Salvation Army shelter, 4526 S. Claiborne Ave.

 

SAFETY TIPS 

 

These hot temperatures can become life-threatening if the proper precautions are not taken. Residents can visit weatherwise.nola.gov to find localized updates on weather conditions when considering outdoor activities. Residents are advised to take the following precautions to prevent health emergencies due to overexposure to extreme heat:  

  • Stay indoors with air conditioning during the hottest parts of the day. 
  • If you must perform outdoor activities, do so early in the morning or late in the evening.
  • Wear light, loose-fitting clothing and avoid unnecessary exposure to the sun 
  • Most importantly, please stay hydrated. Be sure to drink plenty of water, and don’t wait until you’re thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine. 
  • The very young, the elderly and those with chronic medical conditions such as diabetes or cardiovascular disease are at a greater risk for heat-related health issues and should take extra precautions to stay cool and hydrated. 

For more information about heat-related illnesses and tips on staying cool, visit https://ready.nola.gov/plan/heat/.

 

Children and pets should never be left unattended in a vehicle. Even in 70-degree weather, the interior temperature of a vehicle can increase rapidly, to over 100 degrees in just 20 minutes. Cracking a window does not help. Leaving a child or pet unattended in a vehicle often leads to a life-threatening emergency.  

 

Anyone who sees a child or animal unattended in a vehicle is urged to call 9-1-1 immediately. 

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NOLA GOLD is hosting our first playoff match on July 21 at 5:30 PM.

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Beryl to re-strengthen in the Gulf

After hitting the Yucatan Peninsula early Friday, Beryl is expected to hit the southwestern Gulf of Mexico as a tropical storm. Fueled by the Gulf's warm waters, forecasters said the storm is likely to regain hurricane force as it moves generally west or northwest. 

The National Hurricane Center's cone shows Beryl reaching hurricane status again early Sunday before dropping back to a tropical storm at landfall on Monday. 

People who live in Mexico, Texas and Louisiana should continue to monitor Beryl's movements at hurricanes.gov.


What Type of Plant Grows Year After Year?

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Biennial

Centennial

Annual

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)

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Cool Zoo is closed from 1PM - 2PM.

Beat the Heat

Make a Splash at Cool Zoo!

The wet and wild, kid-friendly fun starts with a 750-foot lazy river and continues with a huge alligator water slide, spider monkey soakers, water-spitting snakes and more splash-worthy activities. Best of all, it’s right beside the animals inside Audubon Zoo.

So, bring your little animals to learn more about ours — and stay cool all summer long.

Cool Zoo

Tickets Now on Sale.

Purchase online today!

Plan Your Summer Adventure

  • Cool Zoo Operational Schedule - Summer 2024
  • Until August 4, 2024 – Open Daily
  • August 10, 2024 – September 1, 2024 – Open Weekends Only (Sat. & Sun.)
  • September 2, 2024 (Labor Day) – Open for Final Day

Tickets are available for Session 1 and Session 2:

Session 1 : 10AM-1PM

Session 2: 2PM-5PM

*Cool Zoo is closed from 1PM - 2PM.

Last Entry to the Zoo is at 4:30PM

Last ticket sold at 4:00PM


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Did you know...

 

Every Wednesday, we have "SENIOR CITIZENS DAY" for our 65+ year-old shoppers!


And we just increased that special weekly discount from 5% to 10% off your total grocery bill. Some restrictions do apply - such as this discount can not be combined with other discounts and it excludes the purchase of alcohol, tobacco and gift cards.


Today and every Wednesday shop at Langenstein's to get that extra discount for our seniors.


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Louisiana Residents Discount Month

July 1 – July 31

BUY TICKETS

During the month of July, Louisiana residents get half off Museum general admission tickets with a state-issued photo ID. Beat the summer heat at New Orleans’s #1 attraction, and see what’s new at our world-renowned institution.


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1 PM – 5 PM

German Coast

Farmers Market-

Westbank Bridge Park

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

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2 PM – 7 PM

Lafreniere Park Farmers Arts Market

3000 Downs Blvd,

Metairie, LA 70003-3957,

United States



Charlie's Steak House

Location

4510 Dryades St

New Orleans, LA

70115


Summer Sunset Sampler $19.14

A Taste of Napoleon House Favorites for a Historic Price!

AVAILABLE 3-6 PM / JULY 1 - SEPTEMBER 1

FIRST - Small Lemon-Parmesan Salad 

SECOND - A Quarter of our World Famous Warm Muffuletta with side of Jambalaya

THIRD - Classic Bread Pudding with whiskey sauce

500 Chartres Street, French Quarter NOLA / www.napoleonhouse.com


Essence Fest 'clean zone' is now in effect. Here are the rules.


As Essence gears up for its 30th annual Festival of Culture in New Orleans on Thursday, controversial rules that govern the area around the event are already in effect. 

The "clean zone" rules, approved by the City Council in June, ban certain activities during festival week— from handing out free samples to selling items from push carts— in an effort to protect event sponsors and organizers from competition.

Similar rules are commonly approved ahead of major events like French Quarter Festival and the NCAA Final Four. But this year, the ordinance provoked a barrage of criticism from residents and business owners who said the rules prevent locals from benefitting from the influx of tourist spending and violate their first amendment rights. In response, the council approved a last-minute change in June to ensure the city, not festival organizers, had ultimate authority over permitted activities. 



The clean zone debate is likely to take on greater prominence as New Orleans officials ramp up their preparations— including enacting a clean zone— for next year's Super Bowl, set to take place in the Caesars Superdome in February. 


Clean zone rules and boundaries

Under the clean zone restrictions, which went into effect at 6 a.m. Monday and extend through midnight on July 8, the following is prohibited:

  • Any "temporary structure or encumbrances of any kind" including tents, canopies, and inflatable structures.
  • Transacting "any business upon the public streets, sidewalks, or rights of way" including mobile or push-cart vending "not otherwise permitted."
  • Distributing food or beverage samples or any promotional giveaways.
  • Advertising for products and services including "cold air balloons, banners, pennants, flags," and more.
  • Playing amplified music outside of an enclosed structure.
  • Closing streets for any other activity, including film shoots.



Any of these activities are punishable by up to a $500 fine, up to six months in prison, or both.

The clean zone includes the Central Business District, the French Quarter, and part of the Tulane-Gravier neighborhood. The City Council amended the boundaries slightly this year to exclude parts of the 7th Ward. 

A subsequent resolution passed by the City Council aims to protect the rights of street performers, who council members say the ordinance does not apply to.



A pattern of controversy

It remains to be seen whether this year's Essence Festival will bring a repeat of some of the controversies that have emerged in recent years.

Last year, Essence organizers shut down a mini book fest hosted by local Black-owned bookstore Baldwin & Co., claiming it violated the clean zone law. A stream of negative publicity and backlash led Essence to drop its lawsuit against the bookstore just a few days later. 



The incident followed a similar suit Essence filed against Spotify and local real estate developer Sean Cummings in response to an event held by the music streaming service during the 2022 festival. Essence dropped the lawsuit in 2023. 

In June, Essence festival organizers responded to concerns with a statement noting a new process for "local minority and women-owned businesses" that would allow them to apply for free to become a "festival-sanctioned event" during this year's celebration.

It is unclear whether that application process has opened. Representatives from Essence Festival did not respond to a request for comment. 



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WEDNESDAY JULY 3

OPEN AT 5:00 PM



CALEB NELSON AND HIS HOT 5

5:30PM-8:30PM



THE QUEEN & FRIENDZ

9:00PM-12:00AM



THURSDAY JULY 4

OPEN AT 5:00 PM



CRISTINA KAMINIS & THE MIX

5:30PM-8:30PM



WOLFE JOHNS BLUES

9:00PM-12:00AM

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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

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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

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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.

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NEW ORLEANS (WGNO) — The New Orleans Police Department is participating in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign for the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

According to a news release, the campaign will run through the holiday weekend and aims to prevent drunk driving through increased visibility and enforcement.

New Orleans fire officials offer safety tips ahead of Fourth of July

NOPD officials said the department is “expanding its efforts” during the holiday weekend.

“The goal is to save lives. Even a small amount of alcohol can affect driving ability,” said NOPD Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick.

NOPD officials said drunk driving can lead to jail time and the loss of your driver’s license.

City of New Orleans opens cooling centers as high temperatures continue across city

The NOPD offered the following tips to prevent drunk driving:

  • Have a designated, sober driver before drinking.
  • There are options to get home safely, including having a designated driver, calling a taxi or using a rideshare service.
  • Call law enforcement if you see a drunk driver on the road.
  • “Always drive 100% sober.”
  • “If it’s your turn to be the designated driver, take your job seriously and don’t drink.”
  • “If you have a friend who is about to drink and drive, take the keys away and let a sober driver get your friend home safely.”


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Music Calendar



WedJul03

6:00-8:00pm

Tin Men


WedJul03

9pm

Lagniappe Brass Band

No Cover


ThuJul04

ALL DAY

DBA Music

CLOSED TO BE WITH OUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS.

HAPPY 4TH OF JULY!


FriJul05

10 PM

Khris Royal ft. The Point

$10


What is the modern equivalent of the word "ye"?


Yell

Yet

Yea

The


What is the modern equivalent of the word "ye"?

The

"The" is the modern equivalent of the archaic word "ye." In Old English, "ye" was used as a plural form of the second person pronoun "you." However, over time, the pronunciation of "ye" shifted to "the." Today, "the" serves as the definite article in English, used before nouns to indicate that they are specific or previously mentioned. It is a crucial component of the English language, appearing in countless sentences and texts. While "ye" has become obsolete, "the" has evolved to become an indispensable part of modern English, seamlessly connecting words and ideas to convey meaning and clarity.

NEW ORLEANS – City Park is celebrating Independence Day with a BANG!

Happy 3rd of July, one of the region’s hottest events, returns to the Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn on Wednesday, July 3. The festivities begin at 7:15 pm with the national anthem, followed by a patriotic program featuring the Marine Forces Reserve Band. The evening culminates with fabulous fireworks atop the Peristyle at 9 pm.

“New Orleans loves to gather and celebrate, and Happy 3rd of July provides a wonderful opportunity to do both,” said City Park Conservancy President and CEO Cara Lambright. “City Park is proud to host this annual event, and we’re incredibly honored so many choose to spend their holiday with us at our greenspace.”

Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs, and arrive early, to enjoy this free community event. Beer, hamburgers, hot dogs, soft drinks, water and wine will be available on site for purchase – Bonafried and La Cocinita food trucks will also be on hand. Friends of City Park Members enjoy exclusive access to City Putt restrooms for the number of individuals in membership level – proof of active membership required.

City Park Conservancy will once again offer sponsorship opportunities for groups and organizations. Packages include a 60’ x 28’ section of the Great Lawn’s VIP area (up to four people), complimentary beer and wine, food vouchers, indoor restroom access and more. To reserve your spot, email development@nocp.org.

For more event information, visit NewOrleansCityPark.org.

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Happy 3rd of July

Wednesday, July 3 | 6-9:15 pm

Where: New Orleans City Park Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn

Admission: Free


What Type of Plant Grows Year After Year?

Perennial

Biennial

Centennial

Annual

The correct answer is perennial. Perennial plants grow year after year.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Now 7 Nights per Week Again!

NEW SHOW TIMES:

Shows at 7:30pm & 9:30pm Nightly

APPEARING:


THE UPTOWN JAZZ ORCHESTRA WITH RODERICK PAULIN

Wed Jul 3 @ 7:30 pm



THE UPTOWN JAZZ ORCHESTRA WITH RODERICK PAULIN

Wed Jul 3 @ 9:30 pm



DUKE HEITGER & CRESCENT CITY JOYMAKERS

Thu Jul 4 @ 7:30 pm

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Thu Jul 4 @ 9:30 pm

JASON MARSALIS TRIO EXCURSIONS

Fri Jul 5 @ 7:30 pm

JASON MARSALIS TRIO EXCURSIONS

Fri Jul 5 @ 9:30 pm




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Hot 8 Brass Band

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


NATIONAL CHOCOLATE WAFER DAY

If you love chocolate, National Chocolate Wafer Day on July 3 allows you to indulge in a delicately sweet cookie with a history. Have one for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

Also called sugar wafers, these delicate snacks melt in your mouth. Made since the mid-1800s in the United States, makers called the cookies many names; wafer cookies, sugar wafers, sugar biscuits, fairy wafers. While many enjoyed them as snacks, they also became favorite after-dinner treats or served during teas. Lightly flavored and layered with a creamy filling, the thin cookies delight folks of all ages. 

Numerous companies produced them in North America. Regardless of the company, each one considered the production of these cookies an art form. They took pride in everything from their ingredients to the employees and the recipe to the packaging. Over time, companies merged. By the 1930s, the number of production companies dwindled.



Today, they remain an American favorite. With a waffle surface pattern and thin layers, these cookies make an excellent addition to ice cream. Use them as an ingredient in cakes and cheesecakes. While you're baking, use them to decorate, too. If you prefer pie, crushed wafers make a delicious chocolate crust. There are so many ways chocolate wafers can be enjoyed. If you've never tried them, this holiday is the time to give them a whirl.

No matter where or how you are eating your wafers, these tasty treats are positively worth celebrating!



On Deck for July 3, 2024


National Days

NATIONAL COMPLIMENT YOUR MIRROR DAY

NATIONAL FRIED CLAM DAY

NATIONAL EAT YOUR BEANS DAY

NATIONAL CHOCOLATE WAFER DAY




On Deck for July 4, 2024


National Days

INDEPENDENCE DAY

NATIONAL BARBECUED SPARERIBS DAY

NATIONAL CAESAR SALAD DAY

ALICE IN WONDERLAND DAY


The Rise and Fall of Latin: How a Dead Language Still Lives in Modern Times

The Ancient Beginnings of Latin

The story of Latin begins in the 8th century BC, in a region known as Latium, which encompassed Rome and its surrounding areas in present-day Italy. Latin was the vernacular of these lands, spoken by shepherds, farmers, traders, and eventually, the grand orators and philosophers of Rome. As the Roman Republic and later the Roman Empire expanded, Latin spread with it, becoming the lingua franca of an empire that at its height spanned three continents.

The Golden and Silver Ages of Latin Literature

Latin literature thrived, especially during the Golden Age (80 BC – AD 14) and the Silver Age (AD 14 – 200). The Golden Age saw the works of great authors like Virgil, Horace, and Ovid, whose epic poems and lyrical verses are still studied today. The Silver Age was marked by the philosophical musings of Seneca and the satirical wit of Juvenal. These works, written in a language that was both elegant and complex, helped establish Latin as a language of intellectualism and refinement.

Latin as the Language of the Church and Scholarship

With the fall of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century, Latin could have met its end. However, it found a new lease on life as the language of the Roman Catholic Church. Church proceedings, theological texts, and the Bible were all in Latin, thus preserving and promoting the language.

In the Middle Ages, Latin also became the language of scholarship. From Copernicus' astronomical theories to Newton's laws of physics, the major scientific works of the period were written in Latin. Similarly, Latin was the language of law, with legal codes and proceedings conducted in it. This use of Latin in various academic and professional fields reinforced its status as a language of learning, authority, and power.

The Decline of Latin

The decline of Latin began in the 17th century with the rise of vernacular languages. As more people became literate, there was a growing demand for books in the languages that they spoke and understood. At the same time, the scientific revolution and the Enlightenment promoted the idea that knowledge should be accessible to all, not just the educated elite. As a result, scholars began to write in their native tongues, leading to the gradual decline of Latin as a language of scholarship.

Latin Today: A Living Dead Language

Today, Latin is considered a 'dead' language, as it has no native speakers. However, it's far from being extinct. Latin lives on in the Roman Catholic Church, where it's still the official language. Latin Masses are held, and important documents are written in Latin.

Latin also survives in academia, particularly in the fields of theology, philosophy, and classical studies. It's also used in law, medicine, and science, with many terms and phrases still in Latin.

Moreover, Latin has had a profound influence on the Romance languages – Italian, Spanish, French, Portuguese, and Romanian – all of which evolved from Latin. Even English, a Germanic language, has been heavily influenced by Latin, with about 60% of its vocabulary derived from Latin, either directly or through French.

Finally, the study of Latin continues to be valued for its cognitive benefits. Learning Latin can enhance vocabulary, improve understanding of grammar, and promote critical thinking skills.

In Conclusion: The Persistent Legacy of Latin

Latin's journey from the speech of Roman farmers to the language of an empire, from the voice of the Church and academia to a 'dead' language that continues to live, is a testament to its enduring influence. Latin may no longer be spoken conversationally, but its legacy persists in our languages, our institutions, and our culture. It's a language that links us to our past, and in a way, continues to shape our present. In this sense, Latin is not dead; it's immortal.



July 3rd Celebrated History

 

1775

George Washington assumes his official role as commander of the Continental Army.

 

1916

Lawrence and Bessie Woodman fried the first clam at their roadside concession stand in Essex, Massachusetts.

 

1928

Inventor John Logie Baird demonstrates the transmission of color television for the first time in London.

 

1985

Back to the Future starring Michael J. Fox, Christopher Lloyd, and Lea Thomason premieres in theatres. The Robert Zemeckis film's success led to sequels and animated series.

 

July 3rd Celebrated Birthdays

 

Franz Kafka - 1883

The author is best known for his German-language novels The Metamorphosis and The Trial.

 

Dr. Charles Drew - 1904

During World War II, the American surgeon's research into blood transfusion led to the first large-scale blood bank in the United States.

 

Dr. Samuel Proctor Massie - 1919

The American chemist is credited with helping to develop drugs to treat infectious diseases.

 

Harrison Schmitt - 1935

Harrison Schmitt is a retired astronaut who is one of the last living individuals to walk on the moon. After traveling into space on Apollo 17, this retired professor became a senator for New Mexico.

 

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French places of memory in Louisiana – The old Ursuline convent

There are only a few architectural signs of the French colonial presence remaining in New Orleans; and there is no doubt that the great fire of 1788 is the main reason for it, making the Ursuline Convent one of the rare examples of what the city might have looked like if history had taken a different path.


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Photograph of Tivoli Circle, approximately 1864. By McPherson & Oliver, 135 Canal Street, New Orleans. The circle is being used as a bivouac location for Union troops moving further up the river. The city granted use of the circle to the monument committee to honor Robert E. Lee in 1877.


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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


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Monet New Orleans Location

Scottish Rite Temple

619 Carondelet St # 621, New Orleans, LA, United States. 70130



⭐ Monet: The Immersive Experience is a 360º digital art exhibition that invites you to step into the world of the French painter Claude Monet, one of the greatest artistic geniuses of the nineteenth century.


🚨 We’re open! Get your tickets now! 🚨


🎁 Treat your friends and family to a gift card, click here 🎁


Tickets for Monet: The Immersive Experience in New Orleans

🎫 Standard Admission - includes entry to the experience

  • Adult (13+)
  • Child (4-12)
  • Senior (65+), Student (13-26), or Military - valid ID required
  • Family Bundle (min. 4 tickets, of which max. 2 adults)
  • Group Bundle (min. 8 tickets)


🎫 VIP Admission - includes entry to the experience plus entry to the VR experience* with skip-the-line + a poster

  • VIP Adult (13+)
  • VIP Child (4-12)


*For Standard Admission only ticket holders, entry to the VR experience can be purchased separately on-site


Add-ons:

↪️ Make Your Tickets Flex - upgrade to Flex and go to the experience at any time on your selected date (add one Flex ticket per guest)

🛍️ Add-on Merchandise Bundle - includes Monet playing cards, pencil case tin, and a keychain

📷 Add-on Photo Opportunity - includes a photo in our green screen where you will be able to choose between several Monet-themed backgrounds


Middendorf's Seafood Restaurant

 

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Middendorf’s Seafood Restaurant turns 90 on July 4th. That’s right… 90 years of Middendorf’s and Thin Fried Catfish. We're ready to celebrate at both locations, Middendorf’s Manchac and Middendorf’s Slidell. There is something planned every day we're open the week of July 4th.

“90 years is really something, and we want to thank our guests for supporting us all of these years,” said Middendorf’s Owner Karen Pfeifer. “We put our heads together and came up with some really fun ideas for our birthday week including Spin & Win, Everyone Gets Cake, and a Stuffed Animal Giveaway. We love our Dorfers and are incredibly grateful for their support. We cannot do it without them.”

Middendorf’s started out as a small roadside diner back in 1934 in the middle of the Manchac, Louisiana Swamp. The first owners were Louis and Josie Middendorf. It was Mama Josie who created the delicious Thin Fried Catfish recipe that keeps hungry patrons coming back time and time again. We are proud to still be using her recipe today.

Since 1934, Middendorf’s has been locally owned and operated. Horst & Karen Pfeifer took the reins in 2007.

“We’ve had the restaurant now for 17 years, and it’s been both amazing and challenging,” shared Middendorf’s Owner Horst Pfeifer. “It’s hard work having the two locations, keeping them staffed and up to my standards. We’re also in Hurricane Season again, so there’s always a lot of planning and preparation involved. It’s all worth it for Middendorf’s. I love this restaurant and what it means to Louisiana.”

The 2024 Hurricane Season is the 90th one for Middendorf’s. Isn’t that something? See how Horst protects the restaurant in the latest episode of “Hangin’ with Horst” on Middendorf’s YouTube channel.... https://youtu.be/mWGO8-IlwFA?si=1hH5Anhro6vtCHp6

And, a final thought from Horst… “Whatever the future brings, running Middendorf’s is a true labor of love. We’ll keep doing the work to keep this Louisiana icon, the Home of the World Famous Original Thin Fried Catfish, going strong. And hopefully, we’ll be talking about this all again at 100 years.”

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90TH CELEBRATION EVENTS

WEDNESDAY, JULY 3, 2024

MANCHAC & SLIDELL

SPIN & WIN 10:30am-9:00pm: After dining with us or picking up to-go, show us your 7/3/24 receipt for a chance to WIN awesome prizes. (1 play per receipt)

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THURSDAY, JULY 4, 2024

MANCHAC & SLIDELL

EVERYONE GETS CAKE 10:30am-9:00pm: Happy Birthday to us! We're officially 90 years young today. Dine-in and to-go guests will receive a FREE piece of delicious Birthday Cake to celebrate. (1 piece per entree purchase)

LIVE MUSIC 3:00pm-6:00pm

* CHRIS BROUSSARD on The Deck in Manchac

* CHRISTIAN SERPAS & GHOST TOWN on The Porch in Slidell

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FRIDAY, JULY 5, 2024

MANCHAC & SLIDELL

STUFFED ANIMAL GIVEAWAY 10:30am-9:00pm (while supplies last): The first 200 kids who dine-in at each location will receive a FREE Limited Edition Stuffed Animal. We have special 90th Anniversary Star Spangled Bears and Brave & Bold Bald Eagles.

FACE PAINTING 2:00pm-5:00pm: Stand out from the crowd with FREE and awesome Face Painting.

LIVE MUSIC

* 3:00pm-6:00pm Manchac, CALL TIME on The Deck

* 4:00pm-8:00pm Slidell, PAT CATANIA on The Porch

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SATURDAY, JULY 6, 2024

MANCHAC & SLIDELL

GATORS 12:00pm-3:00pm: Get up close and personal with real, live alligators and learn a thing or two. It's a memorable and FREE experience for kids of all ages. Photo-op alert!

UNICORNS 10:30am-7:00pm: We've got a giant, inflatable unicorn that shoots water (pause for gasp LOL). So, come on over, get wet-n-wild outside in our super fun Sand Play Area. Don't forget to bring a towel!

LIVE MUSIC 3:00pm-6:00pm

* BRENT GENTRY on The Deck in Manchac

* CHRISTIAN SERPAS & GHOST TOWN on The Porch in Slidell

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SUNDAY, JULY 7, 2024

MANCHAC & SLIDELL

LIVE MUSIC 3:00pm-6:00pm

* DRAMA KINGS on The Deck in Manchac

* PRESS PLAY on The Porch in Slidell


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July 4th Celebration

with the New Orleans Concert Band

/// July 4 @ 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm

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

Admission is free, but pre-registration is requested.

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Independence Day & Essence Fest

 

Celebrate the 4th of July at the MOONWALK & Crescent Park!

Enjoy Performances by the Victory Belles and the Amelia Earhawts, food, and fireworks with the best views in the city!


Additional information can be found at www.go4thontheriver.com

  

Schedule of Events at the Moonwalk:

5:30PM-6:30PM   DJ Cueball

6:30PM-7:00PM   General Kelley Fireboat

7:00PM-7:30PM   Amelia Earhawts

7:30PM- 8:30PM  Victory Belles

8:30PM-9:00PM   DJ Cueball

9:00PM-9:30PM   Fireworks

Feed the Multitudes is a GIANT free food festival held annually by Victory Church on the 4th of July from 10 am - 3 pm in Metairie next to the Saints Training Camp!

 

The event is providing: Jambalaya, BBQ Chicken, Red Beans + Rice, Snowballs, Watermelon, Desserts, Grocery Giveaways, Haircuts, Free Shoes, Gift Card Giveaway, and Live Music.

 

Everything is FREE!!!!


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Mid-City, Thursday MarketNext Market: July 4, 2024

CLOSED FOR HOLIDAY

Lafitte Greenway

500 N. Norman C. Francis Parkway at the Bayou

Directions and Parking

The Thursday Market is located in Mid-City on the Lafitte Greenway, right by the start of Bayou St. John. Across from Parkway Bakery and Tavern, the market is at the intersection of Lafitte Ave and N Norman C Francis Parkway. There is plenty of street parking in the neighborhood surrounding the market.

RTA bus route 32: Leonidas-Treme passes right by market! Click here to view more details.

Hours

The Thursday Mid-City market is currently operating under regular hours of 3-7pm (March 14th, 2024 - October 31st, 2024). Thursday winter market hours of 3-6pm will resume in on November 7th, 2024 following the time change of Daylight Saving Time.

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.

Location on the Lafitte Greenway

In the fall of 2020, the Thursday market moved to its new home in New Orleans' vibrant Mid-City neighborhood! Located at the Lafitte Greenway and Bayou St. John, it operates year-round.

Check out the responses to Lafitte Greenway's public survey regarding use of the new Lafitte Greenway Plaza - we are thrilled about the overwhelming support for a farmers market in the space!

MID-CITY Vendors Scheduled for

Thursday

Applied Arts Coffee

Buttery Spell

Casa Borrega

Cherry Creek Orchard

Costantini Pasta

Faust Farms

Fresh Fruit Sensations

Gingerbooch

Helens House

Honest Foods

Indian Springs Farmers Cooperative

Isabel's Tamales and Produce

Johndales Farm

J&D Blueberry Farm

Know Dat Grow Dat

Latino Snacks

Leo's Bread

Louisiana Gourmet

Monica's Okra World

Mycelium Express

NOLA Botanical Tea

Paw Paw's Donuts

Pearl River Pastures

Pete & Clara's Seafood

Powers Beekeepers

Que Pasta Nola

Roulaison Distilling Co

Sam Sprouts

Sassy Cajun Spices

Slicey McSlicer Knife Sharpening

Take Box

The Snoball Lady

T&R Dairy

VEGGI Farmers Cooperative


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

Thu, July 4

9:00 pm - 10:15 pm

(Entry at 8:00 pm

He started Paw Paw’s Donuts in 2021 with a doughnut giveaway outside the Hey! Café coffee shop on the Lafitte Greenway after Hurricane Ida. It has since made a name at events and pop-ups and for its Carnival time king cakes.



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).


FREE Admission to the Ogden Museum of Art for La. Residents

10:00 am

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Ogden Museum of

Southern Art

925 Camp St.

New Orleans LA 70130


If you are a Louisiana resident you can enjoy the Ogden Museum of Southern Art for free on Thursdays thanks to the Helis Foundation. Great museum with the largest and most comprehensive assemblage of Southern art in the world, establishing the Ogden Museum as the preeminent resource on art and culture of the South.

. Purchase tickets in advance. 

Who

All ages

Cost

Free for La. Residents

How

RESERVE TIMED

TICKETS HERE

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Riverwalk Outlets

July 4th will be a jam-packed day at #RiverwalkOutlets! We’re hosting the New Orleans Music and Culture Experience on Spanish Plaza from 2-9 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and umbrellas to enjoy this free event featuring performances from James Andrews & the Crescent City All-Stars and other local musicians! Grab a bite and stay cool with food and beverage vendors from around New Orleans. This event is in partnership with the James Andrews Foundation and benefits the New Orleans Musicians Burial Fund. When the concert’s over, watch the beautiful fireworks display at 9 p.m.! Trust us — you won’t want to miss it!

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Swirl Wine Bar & Market

3143 Ponce de Leon Street

New Orleans, LA 7

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TODAY AT 11 PM – 2 AM

Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers

Blue Nile

  • 1525 Elysian Fields Ave, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
  • (504) 267-7765


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We're happy to bring a piece of the past back to WYES . GREAT CHEFS OF NEW ORLEANS, the vintage TV series that began WYES’ legacy of award-winning nationally broadcast cooking shows, returns to the station – 40 years after its debut. Tune in Saturdays at 1pm. The original 26 episodes of GREAT CHEFS OF NEW ORLEANS will air on WYES, followed by other episodes of the multi-part series every Saturday.

Thanks to executive producer John Shoup for sharing the series (produced and directed by the late John Beyer) with us. It begins Saturday in the kitchen of the legendary Chef Warren Leruth, and you'll see many other local icons below in the weeks to come. For all the episodes, the distinctive voices of Mary Lou Conroy and Andres Calandria narrate, with original music from the Charlie Byrd Trio, the Dukes of Dixieland and Banu Gibson. LeRuth’s Gourmet Foods Andreas Preuss Marc Preuss Frank G Wong

KERMITS TREME MOTHER IN LAW LOUNGE!!!!!!

 

Call more information text 504-435-8763 ”

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


Trumpeter Kermit Ruffins announced he was cutting back the hours at his music club and barroom at 1500 North Claiborne Avenue.


Kermit's Treme Mother-in-Law Lounge will, until further notice, only be open to the public two days a week.


The Mother-in-Law Lounge will open Tuesdays at 4 p.m. ahead of trumpeter Irvin Mayfield's weekly performance from 6 to 8:30 p.m. The club will then go dark until Saturdays, when doors open at 6 from Ruffins' weekly gig from 8 to 10 p.m.

Otherwise, the Mother-in-Law Lounge will only be active for private events. 


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.

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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.

Gretna Farmers Mkt

Gretna Farmer’s Market

Event Date:

Saturday 6

from 8:30 am - 12:30 am


Gretna Market

301 Huey P Long Ave

Gretna, LA 70053

Enjoy fresh local produce and crafts at the Gretna Farmers Market, every Saturday from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM, rain or shine, under the covered Gretna Market Building, Huey P. Long Avenue between 3rd and 4th Streets in historic downtown Gretna.

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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!

St Marys Assumption Church of St Alphonsus Parish New Orleans


Today, St. Alphonsus Parish and the Redemptorist Community welcomed the parishioners of St. Theresa of Avila Catholic Church at the 12pm bilingual Mass. Sadly, St. Theresa’s church will close after 175 years of serving the community on July 1st. There was a procession led by Fr. Lance Campo from St. Theresa to St. Mary’s Assumption Church, worship and music followed by fellowship. May all feel welcomed in God’s house.

Starting on Sunday, July 7 - there will a 12pm Spanish Mass and each Sunday thereafter at St. Mary’s Assumption Church.


Join us here at Palmettos on Sundays from
10 am to 3 pm for an authentic
Louisiana Jazz Brunch.


JAZZ BRUNCH HOURS

SUN0AY

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10 am – 3 pm

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Free Admission to Contemporary Arts Center

 11:00 am - 5:00 pm

FREE

Contemporary Arts Center

900 Camp Street New Orleans LA 70130

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.

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, July 8

8:00 pm - 10:00 pm

(Entry at 7:30 pm)

The Open Mic From Hell is the most unique night of comedy in New Orleans.

 

Everything about the show is chaotic and unpredictable in the most beautifully hilarious way. 

 

The list of performers? A total mystery. 

 

The jokes they’ll tell? Nobody knows, not even them. 

 

How does it work? Comedians sign-up on the list an hour before showtime. At least 13 names get pulled out of the bucket. 

 

When a name gets pulled they come on stage and make a choice - do they do an entirely new set based on words from the audience, or a special challenge set. 

 

Past challenges have had comics doing their set outside on the street, with noise canceling headphones on, and with a designated heckler in the crowd. We are always adding new, improved, and ridiculous challenges to the show. 

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 NOLA Jitterbugs

Contemporary Arts Center, New Orleans

Tickets

nolajitterbugsfall2023.dancecamps.org/booking.php

Public 

 

Join the award-winning (1st place, baby!) NOLA Jitterbugs for a 6-week series with live music in the last class!

Our live music classes with local musicians and culture bearers, as well as our overall emphasis on music appreciation is what makes our lessons stand out among the rest!

Starts at The Contemporary Arts Center!

6-7pm Intro to Swing

For total beginners to swing dancing or dancing of any kind. Also for those looking to refresh their basics and learn some ragtime dances. We use these pre-swing era dances to teach beginners how to step on rhythm, step on rhythm while connected to another person, how to connect in order to lead or follow, you'll learn to syncopate your footwork, and then we'll slowly start to let go of one hand and create the beginnings of what will eventually be a bad-ass swing out.

7:30-8:30 Lindy Hop Vocab - Intermediate Level

This class is gonna give you some must know moves, some technique, some philosophy, and of course, we'll continue to clarify and polish up your swing outs.

No partner required to take either of these classes. Come alone or with friends!

SIGN UP HERE:

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

  • 900 Camp St, New Orleans, LA, United States, Louisiana
  • (504) 528-3805
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In Person Classes in New Orleans

Mondays, 7:30-8:30pm

"Shimmer" Bellydance Basics

For all levels. Ongoing

$60 per month or $18 drop in.

10 classes, used within 10 wk., $120

At: "The Movement Collective"

3921 St. Claude Ave, (Bywater)

New Orleans

 Tamalyn Dallal

Movement Collective - New Orleans

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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

Jackie Clarkson Funeral Arrangements 


An ecumenical funeral service will be held at St. Louis Cathedral, 615 Pere Antoine Alley, New Orleans, LA at 2pm on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. Visitation will be held at the WWII Museum, Freedom Pavilion (Red Door Firehouse Entrance at1043 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA) on Monday, July 8th, 2024, from 4pm-7pm. Parking garage is located at 1024 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA. Visitors will be subject to security screening. Interment will be held privately. Professional services entrusted to Mothe Funeral Homes (mothefunerals.com).


400 Esplanade Ave., New Orleans, LA 70116
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  • 6711 Airline Dr, Metairie, LA, United States, Louisiana

(504) 733-2248

TUESDAYS JUST GOT BETTER!

Nurses & First Responders, get 50% OFF your meal!

Dine in, show ID, save big!


Jefferson Parish 

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You're invited to witness construction of a first-of-its-kind project — a living shoreline constructed in front of a federal storm protection system and between two recreation areas: Bucktown Harbor Park & Marina and the Bonnabel Boat Launch

On July 9 at 2:30 p.m., marsh building at the Bucktown Living Shoreline Project will be in full swing, with a dredge pumping sediment from the bottom of Lake Pontchartrain through a pipe to the project site. The sediment will be used to build approximately 20 acres of intertidal marsh. Parish employees and the project team will be available to answer questions. We hope to see you there!


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7 PM

Latin Night at Rock n Bowl

Mid-City Lanes Rock n Bowl


3000 S. CARROLTON AVE

New Orleans, LA 70118


Tickets

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Latin Night returns on this night! Dance class starts at 7pm with Bianca San Martin and then social dancing begins at 8pm with DJ Maynor playing the best Latin music to dance to. $5 cover

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Orleans Parish Appreciation Days 2024 On the second Wednesday of the month Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Zoo. On the third Wednesday of the month Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Insectarium. On the fourth Wednesday of the month Orleans Parish residents with one proof of residency will get free admission with up to four guests to Audubon Aquarium. *Program shifts up a week to account for Thanksgiving & Christmas break

Heart Failure Support Group


Have you or a loved one been diagnosed with heart failure? Our support group community is open to patients, family members, friends, and caregivers. We offer education, resources, and emotional support.


Join us at our next meeting on Wednesday, July 10, from 4-5 pm at East Jefferson General Hospital in Esplanade 2 of the Conference Center for this free support group.

 Upcoming Dates

Wednesday, July 10

Wednesday, September 11

Wednesday, November 13

  Time

4 - 5 pm

 Location

East Jefferson General Hospital 1st Floor Conference Center - Esplanade 2 

  

Questions? Call our group facilitators at 504.503.6949


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Adults Only • After Hours • Live DJ

Every other Friday Night starting June 28

6:30 PM - 9:30 PM



TICKETS:

Tickets sold through Eventbrite

General Admission: $30 per person.

VIP Tickets: $50 per person.

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EVENT DATES & THEMES:

July 12 - 80s Night

July 26 - Yacht Rock Night

August 9 - R&B Night

August 23 - Bey/Tay Pop Night

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New Orleans Shakespeare Festival at Tulane


New Orleans' classical theatre company in residence at Tulane University.


Celebrate Bastille Day



When:     Saturday, July 13th 2024, 5PM – 9PM

Where:    3100 block Ponce de Leon, between North Lopez St and Esplanade Ave, New Orleans


Feeling French? Celebrate Bastille Day in the neighborhood of French Creole aristocracy! The 2024, 17th Annual Faubourg St. John Merchant's Bastille Day Block Party will be on Saturday, July 13th , 2024, between 5 PM and 9 PM. Neighborhood merchants will have food and beverages for sale and there will be an arts market. Get you costumes out for the costume contest! Prizes for the best Marie Antoinette or Napoleon costume. The Costume contest will take place early, around 5:30 PM.



Bring your dancing shoes, chairs, your friends and relatives! There will be live music between 5 PM and 9 PM.

Pardon My French will provide lively French tunes and Cynthia Scott will sing her stirring rendition of “La Marseillaise” at 5:30.


Participants include: Cafe Degas, Faubourg St. John Neighborhood Association, French American Chamber of Commerce Gulf Coast Chapter, Le Ponce, Pal’s Lounge, , Swirl Wines and Special Food Truck guests.


Fair Grounds Race Course and Slots

Quarter Horse Racing has returned!

We are so excited about the return of Quarter Horse racing to the Fair Grounds. Racing will begin August 15 and conclude on September 14. Join us on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays beginning at 12PM!


I’m having a great time with my summer concert series at the Deutches Haus, on the first Tuesday and the third Wednesday of July and August. Some of my musical friends will be joining me, and are listed below. There’s free safe parking, great beer, excellent food, free music in a listening room (tips are welcome), and a strong AC. Here’s the line up:


WEDNESDAY 7/17, 7 to 9

DEUTSCHES HAUS, 1700 MOSS

John Rankin and Paul Sanchez.

The master storyteller/songwriter and my good friend joins me for an evening of tales and tunes.

TUESDAY 8/6, 7 to 9

DEUTSCHES HAUS, 1700 MOSS

John Rankin and Clarence Johnson III.

CJ plays the sax like most people talk, effortlessly and always listening. Always. A local treasure!

WEDNESDAY 8/21, 7 to 9

DEUTSCHES HAUS, 1700 MOSS

The New Orleans Guitar Masters with John Rankin, Cranston Clements, and Jimmy Robinson.

This might be a little loud, but this unique and dynamic guitar trio rated a review in Rolling Stone as one of the Best of Fest.



2024 Full Moon schedule

(all times Eastern)


  • July 21 — 6:17 a.m. — Buck Moon
  • Aug. 19 — 2:26 p.m. — Sturgeon Moon
  • Sept. 17 — 10:34 p.m. — Corn Moon
  • Oct. 17 — 7:26 a.m. — Hunter’s Moon
  • Nov. 15 — 4:28 p.m. — Beaver Moon
  • Dec. 15 — 4:02 a.m. Cold Moon


For instance, almost every month’s Full Moon boasts a name sourced from Native American, Colonial American, or other North American traditions, with their titles mirroring seasonal shifts and nature’s events.


Strawberry Moon (June): Marks the prime strawberry harvest season.

Buck Moon (July): Recognizing the new antlers on bucks.

Sturgeon Moon (August): Named after the abundant sturgeon fish.

Corn Moon (September): Signifying the corn harvesting period.

Hunter’s Moon (October): Commemorating the hunting season preceding winter.

Beaver Moon (November): Reflects the time when beavers are busy building their winter dams.

Cold Moon (December): Evocative of winter’s chill.

In addition, there are a few additional names for Full Moons that commonly make their way into public conversations and news.

Super Moon: This term is reserved for a Full Moon that aligns with the lunar perigee, which is the Moon’s nearest point to Earth in its orbit. This proximity renders the Full Moon unusually large and luminous. For a Full Moon to earn the Super Moon tag, it should be within approximately 90 percent of its closest distance to Earth.

Blue Moon: A Blue Moon is the second Full Moon in a month that experiences two Full Moons. This phenomenon graces our skies roughly every 2.7 years. Though the term suggests a color, Blue Moons aren’t truly blue. Very occasionally, atmospheric conditions such as recent volcanic eruptions might lend the Moon a slightly blueish tint, but this hue isn’t tied to the term.

Harvest Moon: Occurring closest to the autumnal equinox, typically in September, the Harvest Moon is often renowned for a distinct orange tint it might display. This Full Moon rises close to sunset and sets near sunrise, providing extended hours of bright moonlight. Historically, this was invaluable to farmers gathering their produce.

New Orleans Jazz Club 7-28

JAZZ, JAZZ, JAZZ... we're back this Sunday, for some great Jazz from fantastic musicians at Mo's Chalet from 2:00 to 6:00 pm. It's an open Jam Session to Trad Jazz musicians and those who love the music which is FREE and open to the public. NOTICE to musicians...all musicians are welcome to play whether you're a regular or new to the Club. Keyboards and drums are provided so bring your ax and sign in and you'll be assigned 1 of 4 sets to perform in. Mo's provides a safe and welcoming environment for an afternoon of New Orleans Jazz. Bring your family and friends to create your own Jazz party where outside food is OK with a cash bar hosted by Sandy, Metairie's finest plus join in on our 50/50 cash drawing. Become a member and be a part of New Orleans music history by supporting America's oldest Jazz Club which was started in 1948. The NOJC Jam Session's are held on the last Sunday of the month from 2:00 to 6:00 pm.


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  • 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 - 6:00-8:00pm

  • Thursdays at Twilight is sponsored by
  • the Louis and Virginia Clemente Foundation, Inc. with support from WWNO 89.9 FM.


2024 SCHEDULE


  • August 1 | Philip Melancon
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  • August 8 | Bon Operatit!
  • $15.00
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  • August 15 | Audrey LeCrone & the Crawzaddies
  • $15.00
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  • August 22 | The Pfister Sisters
  • $15.00
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  • September 5 | Walrus & Electric Yat Quartet
  • $15.00
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  • September 12 | Pardon My French
  • $15.00
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  • September 19 | John Boutte
  • $15.00
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  • September 26 | The Yat Pack
  • $15.00
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  • October 3 | Bruce Daigrepont
  • $15.00
  • + fees


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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.


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2024 SCHEDULE

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By Jeff Nowak, WWL Radio Sports

Another big piece of the Saints 2024 schedule has officially been finalized, with dates and times established for each of the Saints' three preseason games.

The team will have its first two preseason games out west due to their training camp being held in Irvine, California.


Here's how the slate shapes up:

- P1, Aug. 10 (Saturday): Saints at Arizona Cardinals, 7 p.m. (FOX/Gray TV)

- P2, Aug. 18: Saints at San Francisco 49ers, 7 p.m. (FOX)

- P3, Aug. 25: Tennessee Titans at Saints, 1 p.m. (FOX/Gray TV)

The Saints preseason opponents were announced with the rest of the 2024 schedule earlier in May, but exact dates and times for two of the matchups were left TBD. As is typical with the preseason, start times and days are all over the map. The Saints will kick off their preseason slate with a Saturday night game, and also start an hour later than a typical Sunday kick in the finale, hosted at the Caesars Superdome.


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The Saints also add another nationally televised game to their 2024 slate, with the Aug. 18 showdown against the 49ers being beamed to a national audience.


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

Preseason

Week 1: at Arizona Cardinals, Aug.8-11 TBD

Week 2: at San Francisco 49ers, Aug. 18 at 7 p.m.

Week 3: vs Tennessee Titans, TBD, TBD

Regular season

Week 1: vs Carolina Panthers, noon, Sunday, Sept. 8 (FOX)

Week 2: at Dallas Cowboys, noon, Sunday, Sept. 15 (FOX)

Week 3: vs Philadelphia Eagles, noon, Sunday, Sept. 22 (FOX)

Week 4: at Atlanta Falcons, noon, Sunday, Sept. 29 (FOX)

Week 5: at Kansas City Chiefs (Monday Night Football), 7:15 p.m., Monday, Oct. 7 (ESPN)

Week 6: vs Tampa Bay Buccaneers, noon, Sunday, Oct. 13 (FOX)

Week 7: vs Denver Broncos (Thursday Night Football), 7:15 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 17 (Amazon)

Week 8: at Los Angeles Chargers, 3:05 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 27 (FOX)



Week 9: at Carolina Panthers, noon, Sunday, Nov. 3 (CBS)

Week 10: vs. Atlanta Falcons, noon, Sunday, Nov. 10 (FOX)

Week 11: vs. Cleveland Browns, noon, Sunday, Nov. 17 (FOX)

Week 12: BYE

Week 13: vs. Los Angeles Rams, 3:05 p.m., Sunday, Dec. 1 (FOX)

Week 14: at New York Giants, noon, Sunday, Dec. 8 (FOX)

Week 15: vs. Washington Commanders, noon, Dec. 15 (FOX)

Week 16: at Green Bay Packers (Monday Night Football), 7:15 p.m., Monday, Dec. 23 (ESPN)

Week 17: vs. Las Vegas Raiders, noon, Sunday, Dec. 29 (FOX)

Week 18: at Tampa Bay Buccaneers, TBD, Saturday or Sunday, Jan. 4-5. (TBD)

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