NATIONAL MANGO DAY

On July 22 we celebrate National Mango Day as the tropical fruit that provides delicious flavor and nutrition in one sweet bite! Join us as we share why sweet, fragrant, and juicy mangoes add an abundance of flavor to beverages and meals.

Originating in India at least 5,000 years ago, mangos have been around for thousands of years. Mango seeds traveled with humans from Asia to the Middle East, East Africa and South America beginning around 300 or 400 A.D. Known as the king of fruits, mangos are said to bring richness of life, including material wealth.

Hundreds of varieties of mangoes grow around the world. On average, a mango tree can grow up to 131 feet tall. Mango trees are also a long-living tree, with some being as old as 300 years old today. In addition, the mango fruit comes in different sizes, colors, and sweetness depending on the cultivar. 

• Ataulfo - Also known as the Honey mango, the Ataulfo is considered the Cadillac of the fruit. With a small seed and firm, sweet flesh, the Ataulfo doesn't become fibrous and stringy like other varieties.
• Haden - This popular mango variety was one of the first originated in Florida. It produces large fruits with a sweet and aromatic pine scent. With only thin fibers, it doesn't become stringy and is one of the most popular varieties.
• Irwin - Developed from the Haden, this mild mango is fiberless and is popular for home growers.
• Tommy Atkins - While this mango is tart and sweet, it is one of the stringiest mangoes on the market.

The type of mango will help determine where to use it. Sweet, buttery mangoes make for great eating. They also taste great in salads, develop flavor in marinades and add a pop of sweetness to spicy salsas. Drop more fibrous mangoes into the blender for a refreshing smoothie.

Mangoes also pack in the nutrients. Did you know that one mango contains almost two and a half times more vitamin C than an orange? Mangoes are also high in vitamins A, B-6 and K, antioxidants, potassium and dietary fiber.

NATIONAL HAMMOCK DAY

July 22 is National Hammock Day and we are encouraging everyone to relax in the shade by creating a tranquil napping space. Whether you set your hammock up under a tree or on your balcony, find a spot and enjoy the feeling of swaying lightly in the peace and quiet. 

A hammock is a sling made of fabric, rope or netting. When suspended between two points, a hammock forms a sling used for swinging, sleeping or resting. We usually suspend a hammock between trees or posts. Because hammocks are portable, you can take a hammock wherever you go...just in case you find a spot that looks enticing.

The hammock dates back thousands of years to Central America where it protected people from creatures and dirt. However, the netted bed didn't find Europe until explorers brought it back in the 17th century. Not long after, the hammock found its way onto naval ships, providing comfort and maximizing space.

After swaying across the oceans, the hammock eventually became a more leisurely item. Made from a variety of fabrics, it is suspended between trees in backyards and at lake cabins. Easily packed into a backpack, hammocks became essential elements of survival. Hikers, campers, and mountain climbers added the light and compact sleep sling to their kits.

If the leisure of hammocks seems ho-hum to you, don't go the relaxing route. Extreme hammocking puts the adventure into your rest and relaxation. Thrill-seekers sleep in hammocks hundreds of feet above a canyon floor.

Whether you use a hammock to take a nap or as a convenient tool in your camping kit, National Hammock Day on July 22 recognizes one innovative way to catch some sleep. 

ESPN names Tiger Stadium

 the best college football stadium in America

Source: ESPN

By: Domenic Purdy

BATON ROUGE — Ahead of its 100th anniversary celebration, Tiger Stadium has been named the best college football stadium in the country in a new ESPN poll of college football writers.

According to ESPN, 14 of ESPN college football writers ranked the best stadiums in the sport with "no parameters, no criteria." Writers were asked to submit their top 20 stadiums in order and each stadium was awarded points based on their standings. Forty-two stadiums received at least one vote

Death Valley received 247 out of 280 possible points, with writer Chris Low calling the field "pure nirvana for football fans." 

"When the Golden Band From Tigerland hits those first four notes upon stepping onto the field for pregame festivities, there's nothing else quite like it," Low said.

Rounding out the top 5 were the Rose Bowl, Michigan Stadium, Notre Dame Stadium and Beaver Stadium at Penn State.

LSU is celebrating the 100th anniversary of Tiger Stadium with new lighting and signage improvements, as well as a game honoring the stadium's legacy on Oct. 12 against Ole Miss.

Becky Fos Artistry

It truly has been an honor to be commissioned by Tiger Athletic Foundation to create this commemorative piece of artwork to celebrate the monumental centennial birthday of Tiger Stadium! I wanted my artwork to reflect the highest of energy that only LSU’s loyal fans show every game day, especially in “Death Valley”. Our great state has only one SEC school, so when LSU plays, we forget about everything else and unite as ONE! I hope that when you see this print, you’re instantly transported to LSU’s game day in Death Valley… you’re filled with excitement and anticipation alongside countless fans to encourage our Tigers on to a big “W”! Who’s ready for this year’s season?!?! Let’s GEAUX TIGAHS!

Click on the link below to purchase a print through LSU Athletics, directly benefiting LSU football student-athletes.

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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

Antoine's Restaurant

Join us for a Burger + Libation for $18 in the Hermes Bar during Happy Hour! Happy Hour in the Hermes Bar is now running daily from open till 6pm.

Enjoy an Antoine's Burger with French Fries and your choice of a Beer or Select Wine. Cheers!

Drew Brees to open ‘Pickle N Pins’ in Metairie, replacing Surge Adventure Park

CityBusiness Staff Reports

New Orleans Saints fans and local pickleball enthusiasts will be excited that Drew Brees will be busy this fall.

By the end of September, Brees plans to his open his next business venture, Pickle N Pins, a full bar, restaurant, and entertainment venue that will feature five pickleball courts, duckpin bowling, darts, padel, axe throwing, cornhole, among other activities. There will be two padel courts. Padel is a racquet sport combining elements of tennis and squash.

The family-friendly, entertainment facility will be located at 6930 Veterans Memorial Blvd. near Lafreniere Park. It replaces Surge Adventure Park, which was opened in 2017 by Brees and business partner Darren Balsamo, the same two partners opening Pickle N Pins.

“Pickle N Pins is truly one of a kind, nothing like this exists in the country and we are excited to bring it to Metairie first,” Brees said in a news release. “This will be the go-to destination for parties, events, get togethers, or just a fun night out. And for people who love pickleball or padel, it will be next level with leagues, tournaments, and open play.”

Brees also owns several business ventures in the greater New Orleans area, including Smalls Sliders, Walk On’s Sports Bistreaux, and Surge Entertainment.

Updates on Pickle N Pins will be available on the company’s Facebook page. Job fairs will be held at the location in the coming weeks.

In 2023, Brees launched the NOLA Pickle Fest, which will return this year to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center on Aug. 7-11, 2024. The festival featured 24 tournament courts, live music, food, and a celebrity exhibition match with Brees and John McEnroe. Proceeds benefit the Brees Dream Foundation.

Brees is also bringing his pickleball business to Biloxi. He is partnering with Utah-based Picklr to open an indoor pickleball facility in Biloxi. The location will be in a former Hobby Lobby building on Pass Road at Eisenhower Drive. The 14-court facility is set to open in October.

Brees’ Pickle N Pins will join another pickleball venture in Jefferson Parish that is expected to be completed by the end of the year in Metairie – nine outdoor pickleball courts at Mike Miley Playground on West Metairie near David Drive.

Orleans Parish is home to The Exchange Pickleball + Bar in the Lower Garden District, the only dedicated pickleball facility combining air conditioned indoor and outdoor courts, food and drinks in the Gulf South. The dinking, drinking, and dining started on Aug. 8, 2023.

The Exchange venue, in the former warehouse space near Tchoupitoulas Walmart, features approximately 25,000 square feet of six air-conditioned indoor courts, one outdoor court, ping-pong, corn hole, restaurant and full-service bar. Messina’s Catering, a more than 60-year-old New Orleans caterer, is the daily food and beverage partner and caterer for parties and events.

The Association of Pickleball Professionals estimates 48.3 million U.S. adults, or 19% of our entire population, have played at least one game in the last 12 months.

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

City of New Orleans to Reschedule In-Person 2025 Budget Town Hall Meeting

NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans today announced that the in-person 2025 Budget Town Hall Meeting scheduled to take place on Monday, July 22 has been rescheduled. 

Yesterday, the City was notified of the loss of a tremendous community leader and trailblazer, Chief Executive Officer of Bright Moments Company William "Bill" Rouselle, Jr. 

Bright Moments has been a vital component of the City's community engagement initiatives throughout the Cantrell Administration. It was determined that the City will not move forward with tomorrow's meeting and will work to reschedule as soon as possible. This is due to the integral role that Bright Moments plays in the administration's goal to host a successful budget engagement process. 

The City will announce the new date and additional details in the near future.

NEW ORLEANS — The City of New Orleans today reminded residents of the upcoming 2025 Budget Town Hall meetings, taking place next week. Residents are also encouraged to visit the City Budget Website to submit questions and comments ahead of the meetings. 

These meetings will offer residents an opportunity to engage directly with City leadership on the proposed fiscal plans for the upcoming year. Two sessions are scheduled to include an in-person meeting and a virtual session to ensure broad accessibility and participation.  

The in-person meeting will be held on Monday, July 22 at the University of New Orleans (UNO) University Center in the Senator Ted Hickey Ballroom (room 203), located at 2000 Alumni Dr. Free parking is available on-site.  

The City will host a Resource Fair featuring service departments and local agencies from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. to engage residents and assist with any questions or concerns. The Town Hall will take place from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and will feature a presentation on the City’s 2024 accomplishments and challenges as well as a question-and-answer session to solicit input from attendees on how to allocate funding for the 2025 fiscal year.   

A virtual session led by City leadership will be held on Wednesday, July 24 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. A Zoom link is located on the City Budget Website. City department heads will participate in both meetings, which will be moderated by Kelder Summers-Jones.    

The City’s 2025 budget priorities include investing in initiatives that view public safety through the lens of community health and wellness, allocating funds to repair, enhance and modernize critical infrastructure and funding programs and services aimed at improving the quality of life for all residents. Additionally, the 2025 budget will prioritize strategies that foster long-term economic growth and prosperity for future generations, as well as policies to ensure transparency, accountability and inclusivity in City government.  

These Town Halls serve as platforms for residents to learn about and provide input on the fiscal initiatives designed to shape the future of New Orleans. All residents are encouraged to attend and take an active role in the discussion. 

Event by North American Bourbon & Whiskey Competition

Antoine's Restaurant

Duration: 3 hr

5pm - 8pm

An exclusive tasting event featuring award-winning whiskey, Bourbon, and American Single Malt Whisky. This limited-capacity tasting will highlight spirits that scored 91 points or higher. Guests can sample 25-30 exceptional spirits and enjoy delectable appetizers prepared by the chefs at Antoine's restaurant.

We had a great competition this past weekend.

We just updated the top winners list.

Wine Country Network founders will host an event in New Orleans showcasing top winners on Monday.

"Best of Show" Winners (95 pts plus):

•1792 Full Proof 1st Place

•Uncle Nearest 1856 Whiskey 2nd Place

•King Family Ryeconic 3rd Place

Double Gold Winners (95 pts plus):

•Micheal Ballards Full Throttle Distillery Tennessee Whiskey

•Garrison Brothers Small Batch Guadalupe Bourbon

•Makers Mark Single Barrel Private Select "Statler Edition" Marriott St. Louis Grand

•Augusta Distillery Buckners 10-Year Bourbon

•Weller Full Proof

•Tin Cup Fourteener

•William Larue Weller Straight Bourbon

•Coors Spirits Co Barmen 1873 Bourbon

Gold Medal Winners (91-94 pts):

•Northwest Spirits Savor Spear Single Barrel Select

•1792 Bottled in Bond

•Thomas H Handy Straight Rye Whiskey

•Brad Halling American Whiskey Co Sergeant's Valor Select Bourbon

•Azalea & Appel Ridge River 7-Year Straight Bourbon

•W. L Weller 107 Antique

•Boulder Spirits American Single Malt Whiskey Peated

•Benchmark Single Barrel Straight Kentucky Bourbon

•Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon

•Coors Spirits Co Blue Run Reflection Straight Bourbon

•Jim Beam Seven Years Aged Bourbon

•Ole Smoky James Ownby Reserve Bourbon

•Templeton Fortitude Bourbon

•Outsider Spirits Whiskey JYSPI Explorer Bourbon

•1867 Blended Canadian Whisky

Secondary Tasting:

Several entrants' samples arrived late or are in transit, so we plan to have a final judging session later this week. Additional winners may be added to our final list, and we may bring additional winners to New Orleans for the tasting.

 Because they are cold-blooded, reptiles depend on heat sources in their environment to get warm. They cannot survive in an icy region like Antarctica.

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, July 15

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 PENUCHE FUDGE DAY

National Penuche Fudge Day on July 22 recognizes the creamy candy with an Italian name. If you like maple flavor, this nut-filled fudge is for you! Hands down the best fudge out there to make.

Penuche is pronounced pe-new-chee and is said to have Portugal origins, becoming popular in New England during the 1700s among Portuguese whaling families. This sweet treat is considered the oldest fudge ever created. This fudge-like candy includes brown sugar, butter, vanilla, and milk. Some people add pecans or other nuts, especially if making a candy in the form of penuche. Lighter in color than traditional fudge, penuche tastes like maple thanks to the brown sugar.   

What is the difference between Penuche and fudge? Standard fudge is made with white sugar, while penuche is made with brown sugar. Interestingly, Penuche fudge doesn't contain chocolate, yet still falls under the category of fudge. On National Penuche Fudge Day, test recipes and see for yourself how delicious this treat is. Don't forget to add walnuts or pecans for a nutty texture. 

July 22nd Celebrated History

1893

Inspired by the view from atop Pikes Peak, American author and professor Katharine Lee Bates writes the lyrics to "America the Beautiful."

1934

After 19 months of pursuit, federal agent Melvin Purvis and his team meet gangster and bank robber, John Dillinger outside the Biograph Theater. The resulting shootout between the agents and Dillinger ended in the gangster's death.

1983

Australian pilot Dick Smith completed the first solo circumnavigation of the Earth. He took his time, though. He departed on August 5, 1982, in his Bell Jetranger III from Bell Helicopter Hurst Heliport in Hurst, Texas. Fifty years before, Wiley Post became the first person to fly solo around the world when he landed his Lockheed Vega named Winnie May when he landed at Floyd Bennet Field in New York. His flight took just under 8 days to complete.

1992

Though never released in U.S. theatres, the action movie Captain America starring Matt Salinger, Ronny Cox and Ned Beatty is released to video.

July 22nd Celebrated Birthdays

Ruthie Tompson - 1910

The American animator and artist worked nearly 40 years with the Walt Disney Company. Some of the animated films she worked on include Mary Poppins, Robin Hood, and Winnie the Pooh and Tigger Too. In 2010, she became one of America's supercentenarians.

Pancho Barnes - 1922

Not only was Pancho Barnes an aviation pioneer, but she also paved the way for stuntwomen in Hollywood. She also built her own airstrip and training program.

Dorcas Reilly - 1926

When you're preparing your Thanksgiving meal, raise a toast to Dorcas Reilly. During her time working for Campbell's Test Kitchen, she created the green bean casserole, a staple of an American Thanksgiving feast.

Alex Trebek - 1940

The popular Canadian American game show host is best known for hosting the game show Jeopardy! He hosted the show for 37 seasons.

John Leguizamo - 1964

The American actor is known for both his serious and comedic roles. His filmography includes John Wick, William Shakespeare's Romeo and Juliet, the Ice Age animated franchise and many more.



Abandoned Places 

Military bicycle with spring wheels from the 1900's

Louisiana Memories

The entrance to the Famous Door Bar in the French quarter of New Orleans in 1955

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Charlie's Steak House

Location

4510 Dryades St

New Orleans, LA

70115

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

(504) 733-2248

 The Basin Lakeview

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

Duration: 5 hr 45 min

Public 

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

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Scalloped Potatoes

Creamed Spinach

Green Beans with Bacon

French Bread Medallions

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

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

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Late Night Laser

July 26

7 pm, 8 pm, 9 pm

Rivertown Museums & Kenner Planetarium 2020 Fourth Street, Kenner

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.

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.

Arts District New Orleans (ADNO), the organization that founded the popular White Linen Night in 1994, is pleased to announce that the event is back this year, and will take place on August 3, in conjunction with the First Saturday Gallery Openings. 

Fidelity Bank returns as the title sponsor of the event, which will take place from 5-10 pm on the 300-600 blocks of Julia Street in the New Orleans' historic Warehouse Arts District, as well as the 500 block of Saint Joseph - bridging the Julia-street thoroughfare with surrounding galleries, museums, and institutions. Guests are strongly encouraged to don their white linen while strolling the district, visit the galleries, enjoy food and drink from local vendors, and art-centered street activations.

Each gallery will present new exhibitions, with world-class art installations from the talented artists represented. In addition to the Julia and Saint Joseph Streets block party event, member galleries off-Julia will also welcome guests, and area institutions. The Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) and The Ogden Museum of Southern Art will also open their doors and unveil new exhibitions of juried open calls featuring artists from the region. 

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.

Eric L. Cager

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New Orleans: The New Orleans Jazz Museum is more than a building; it is a living embodiment of New Orleans Jazz culture and music in New Orleans. This is due to the vision of one person: Greg Lambousy, Executive Director of the New Orleans Jazz Museum.

Through Greg Lambousy and his staff’s efforts, the New Orleans Jazz Museum has become the epicenter of the New Orleans Jazz scene. From festivals like the Danny Barker Banjo and Guitar Festival, Satchmo Summerfest, Jazz on the Balcony, Weekly free Jazz performances, and the most significant exhibits relative to New Orleans and early Jazz history presented in the correct cultural context, the City of New Orleans.

To paraphrase the great Professor Longhair, “When you come to New Orleans, be sure to go see the New Orleans Jazz Museum.”.

Presentation, 7:30 PM, August 23 at the George and Joyce Wein Jazz & Heritage Center, 1225 N. Rampart St, NOLA. Free Admission RSVP preferred to: festguide@gmail

Greg Lambousy is the Executive Director of the New Orleans Jazz Museum. Before accepting this position, Lambousy was Director of Curatorial Services for the National World War II Museum. He began his career at the New Orleans Museum of Art and later moved to the Louisiana State Museum (LSM). During his twenty-year tenure at the LSM, Lambousy managed the institution’s collections of more than 500,000 artifacts and other historical items, directed improvements to collections storage at the New Orleans Mint, developed conservation and digitization projects across collections and within the Louisiana Historical Center archives, conducted oral histories and guided the selection and accession of materials related to the State’s history. Since 2016, as Executive Director of the New Orleans Jazz Museum, Lambousy has led the expansion of the Museum in programming, education, exhibitions, international relations, and the development of the Gallatin Street Records label. Visitation has increased fourfold since 2016, and revenues from grants, sponsorships, and events have funded operations, while capital programs have advanced the development of the Museum’s Performance Center and Herb Alpert Education Wing, among other aspects of the Museum’s campus

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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, 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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