Allegiant Air launched its new seasonal service this week to New Orleans from Tulsa, Oklahoma.
The route offers flights twice a week and expands on the current service to Louis Armstrong International Airport. The nonstop flight departs on Thursdays and Sundays to Tulsa International Airport.
The low-cost carrier offers nonstop service to six other destinations from New Orleans, including Cincinnati and Columbus, Ohio, Indianapolis, Jacksonville and Orlando, Florida and Pittsburgh. Allegiant plans to start another nonstop route from New Orleans to St. Petersburg, Florida, on June 3.
The company is temporarily offering some one-way tickets on the new route to Tulsa for $33.
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http://gonola.com/happy-tuesday
This Saturday June 4th
2016 SUMMER WINE FEST
Benefitting the French American Chamber of Commerce, Gulf Coast
Saturday, June 4
7:30-10:30 p.m.
(6:30 p.m. VIPs only!)
The Shops at Canal Place
333 Canal Street, Level 2
Members $45, Non-Members $65
Dressy Casual Attire (If in doubt, wear red, white and blue)
makers of Rougaroux Rums, Oryza Vodka, Oryza Gin, & LA 1 Whiskey
Dorignac's Wines & Spirits
TABLE 1
Guillaume Gonnet Tavel Rose (French)
Domaine Sangliere Rose (French)
TABLE 2
Aegerter Bourgogne Pinot Noir
Aegerter Bourgogne Chardonnay
TABLE 3
Blanc de Camarsac
Ronan by Clinet (Wood Box)
TABLE 4
Chateau Doyac
Vieux Chateau Landon
TABLE 5
Chateau Teyssier
Chateau Macquin
Fleur de La
VIP
Devise De Lilian
Chateau Pontet Plaisance
Glazer's Companies
Nola Tropical Winery
5 wines fro their portfolio
Republic
French Spirits Table
Sazerac
Sazerac Cocktail
Southern Eagle
Kronenbourg 1664 French Beer
Perrier Citrus
Nestle's Waters
William Grant
Hendrick's Gin
& More
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Now open: Exhibition exploring history of 18th-and 19th-century currency
WHO: The Historic New Orleans Collection
WHAT: "Money, Money, Money! Currency Holdings from The Historic New Orleans Collection," a new exhibition
WHEN: On view May 25-October 29, 2016
Tuesday - Saturday 9:30am - 4:30pm
WHERE: THNOC's Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres St. in the French Quarter
HOW: Admission is free. For more information, visit www.hnoc.org or call (504) 523-4662.
WHY: The Historic New Orleans Collection's holdings include a trove of historically significant pieces related to this region's economic history. The museum's latest exhibition, "Money, Money, Money! Currency Holdings from The Historic New Orleans Collection," invites visitors to explore more than 200 coins, paper notes, printing plates, political cartoons, counterfeit detectors, paintings and interactive features. These items demonstrate the numerous, sometimes bizarre, incarnations of money in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Prior to the Civil War, currency in the United States lacked cohesion. States, banks, companies, towns and all but two of Louisiana's parishes printed their own notes. From railroads to the Confederate treasury, institutions used money as a cultural canvas to illustrate their values. The currency on display depicts agriculture and industry, noted figures and even fantastic creatures such as mermaids. The imagery is sure to intrigue both the causal onlooker and the devoted collector.
The exhibition allows visitors to trace more than a century of tumultuous Louisiana history through the lens of currency. Notes connected to the rise of the French Company of the Indies, which ran the Louisiana colony from 1717 to 1731, and examples of Spanish coinage reflect early, often illicit inter-imperial trade. In the 19th century, with Louisiana's shift from colonial outpost to economic center, New Orleans's importance becomes evident in paper bills from banks that, with their enviable location on the Mississippi River, held prominent positions in local, national and international cotton and sugar markets. The cataclysmic effects of Civil War-era inflation are suggested by the many examples of local currency that ballooned, then dwindled during Reconstruction, when federal taxation on the printing of extra-national notes limited production.
"Money, Money, Money!" concludes with an early federal bill reminiscent of what's in visitors' own pockets-a codified currency with uniform qualities and unequivocally American symbolism.
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New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park
Old U.S. Mint | 400 Esplanade Ave | New Orleans, LA 70116 | tel: (504) 568-6993
May 31 Tuesday 12:00-1:00 pm Old U.S. Mint Piano virtuoso Richard Scott performs an hour of traditional New Orleans jazz in an interpretive manner. 2:00-3:00 pm Old U.S. Mint Rangers Budaddams Holmes and Jon Beebe lead the Down on Their Luck Orchestra in a program demonstrating musical elements that helped nurture New Orleans role as the birthplace of jazz. The DOTLO is rounded out by Richard Scott on piano, Michael Harris on bass guitar, Hubie Vigreux on percussion, James Berry on sax and Joe Stolarick on drums. _________________________________________
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TEMP LUNCH
"Temperature Lunch is synonymous with summer lunch. Locals love it and frequently dine with us more than once a week; in fact we have a few guests we see daily."
~ Dickie Brennan
The popular New Orleans summer dining tradition continues at Palace Café with Temperature Lunch. Returning for its 22nd year . Temperature Lunch is available Monday-Friday, 11:30-2:30 p.m. Two courses are priced at the previous day's high temperature (85° on Monday=Tuesday's $8.50 lunch) and is available through Labor Day.
Guests have their choice of Soup du Jour or a Werlein Salad as a starter. Using local, seasonal ingredients, Palace Café's culinary team create entrées that change daily.
Check us out daily on our social media pages, as well as the Palace Café website!
For those seeking a quick, more casual lunch, enjoy one of Master Chef Rene Bajeux's house made charcuterie sandwiches. The menu includes the following:
Niçoise Baguette -Tuna, black olives, sundried tomatoes, pine nuts, garlic, hardboiled egg
Bresaola Baguette -Brie, bresaola, apple, arugula, dark beer mustard
Tigers draw Utah Valley Friday in Baton Rouge Regional opener LSU received the No. 8 national seed during the NCAA Tournament selection show Monday morning, meaning, provided they survive the Baton Rouge Regional, they will hold hosting right to the super regional.
The Tigers will begin the NCAA Tournament on Friday at 2 p.m. against No. 4 seed Utah Valley. Rice and Southeastern will come to the Box as the No. 2 and No. 3 seeds, respectively.
LSU baseball regional
Tickets for the NCAA baseball regional at LSU beginning Friday at Alex Box Stadium are on sale.
LSU baseball season ticket holders get first choice until 5 p.m. CT on Monday, May 30, with booklets available to the general public Thursday at 8 a.m.
Season ticket holders who selected the will-call option will be able to begin picking up their tickets at the LSU Ticket Office from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the LSU Athletic Ticket Office. The Alex Box Stadium Ticket Office will open at 8 a.m. on Friday.
Any available all-session booklets will go on sale to the general public Thursday at 8 a.m. Any available individual-session tickets will go on sale to the general public Friday at 8 a.m. Game 7 tickets will not go on sale unless necessary after the conclusion of Game 6. On-sale information will be announced after Game 6 if necessary. Individual session tickets are $10.
Due to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park renovations this tour will begin at the Park Service Gift Shop on the 1st floor Old U.S. Mint located at 400 Esplanade Ave.
For more information please contact the National Park Gift Shop on
1st Floor of the Old U.S. Mint at 589-2265.
Space is limited to 25 per tour.
The National Park Service Ranger will take guide attendees throughout the French Market District to talk about the development of jazz
Due to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park renovations the concert has been moved to the 3rd Floor of the Old U.S. Mint located at 400 Esplanade Ave.
For more information please contact the National Park Gift Shop on
1st Floor of the Old U.S. Mint at 589-2265.
Free weekly (indoor) jazz concerts with piano virtuoso, Richard Scott, presented by the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park!
Every Tuesday 12 noon to 1 p.m. inside the Old U.S. Mint
Crescent City Farmers Market: Weekly, year-round, producer only farmers market featuring local, seasonal produce, fresh Louisiana seafood, honey, bread and baked goods, preserves and locally made grab-and-go items. Credit/debit and SNAP are gladly accepted in exchange for market tokens issued at the welcome table. Made at the Market chef demos occur at each Wednesday market. Local chefs will prepare fresh dishes that incorporate one or more of that Wednesday's farmers market offerings. For more information on this and other Crescent City Farmers Market locations visit crescentcityfarmersmarket.org.
Due to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park renovations this tour will begin at the Park Service Gift Shop on the 1st floor Old U.S. Mint located at 400 Esplanade Ave.
For more information please contact the National Park Gift Shop on
1st Floor of the Old U.S. Mint at 589-2265.
WEDNESDAY 1:30 P.M. FRENCH MARKET MUSIC & FOOD TOUR
TOUR BEGINS AT THE PARK SERVICE GIFT SHOP INSIDE THE OLD U.S. MINT-SIGN UPS REQUIRED (FREE) French Market Food...
COMPLIMENTARY TOURS ARE OFFERED ON MONDAYS AND WEDNESDAYS.
*Please see below for more information.
Monday 10:00 a.m. - French Market History and Culture Walking Tour
Wednesday 1:30 p.m. - French Market Music & Food Walking Tour
Wednesday 3:00 p.m. - French Market Culinary History Walking Tour
TOURS ARE APPROX 40 MINUTES AND HELD RAIN OR SHINE All tours are first come, first serve: Limited to 16 people. ***NOTE THAT FOR WEDNESDAY TOURS, REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. You can sign up...
Due to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park renovations this program will take place on the 3rd floor of the Old U.S. Mint located at 400 Esplanade Ave.
For more information please contact the National Park Gift Shop on
1st Floor of the Old U.S. Mint at 589-2265.
Jazz Pilates with Stephanie Jordan
The Old U.S. Mint 3rd Floor located at 400 Esplanade Ave.
Due to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park renovations this tourr will begin at the Park Service Gift Shop on the 1st floor Old U.S. Mint located at 400 Esplanade Ave.
For more information please contact the National Park Gift Shop on 1st Floor of the Old U.S. Mint at 589-2265.
Space is limited to 25 per tour.
The National Park Service Ranger will take guide attendees throughout the French Market District to talk about the development of jazz in...
Due to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park renovations the Johnette Downing concert will be moved to the Dutch Alley Performance Pavilion behind Pop City located at 940 N. Peters Street. Join us for award winning children's musician and author Johnette Downing. Johnette will perform a concert and sing along especially suited for young people from Pre-school to 3rd grade, all with a Louisiana theme. Book signing to directly follow at A Tisket A Tasket Book Shop, adjacent to the...
Due to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park renovations this tour will begin at the Park Service Gift Shop on the 1st floor Old U.S. Mint located at 400 Esplanade Ave.
For more information please contact the National Park Gift Shop on 1st Floor of the Old U.S. Mint at 589-2265.
Space is limited to 25 per tour.
The National Park Service Ranger will take guide attendees throughout the French Market District to talk about the development of jazz in...
In order to stay open, Pirates Alley Café must change it's zoning and license from a Restaurant to a Bar. We must go before the zoning board to justify the change. Without the support of our friends and neighbors we will close as early as June 15th.
Your immediate action will help our appeal and save an iconic New Orleans venue.
Time is running out!
Please send a letter in support of our application for a BAR license to all of these e-mails:
Be sure to include this docket number; BZA048-16 in the subject line
The deadline for submissions is JUNE 6th!
And include these points- that from your experience, and to your knowledge:
. ......... Pirates Alley Café is a BAR, has always been a bar, and has always
. operated as a bar.
. That Pirates Alley Café has never had a kitchen or food
. preparation area.
. The café is an asset to the community and an iconic attraction for
. tourism.
. That the café provides a safe environment and has never had any
. problems, providing safety at night in an otherwise dark alley.
Please Send your letter ASAP!
If you can attend our hearing in person to show your support, that will be a BIGhelp...please come to:
City Council Chambers- 1st Floor, City Hall
1300 Perdido St. Monday, June 13th Time: 1:00 PM
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In an effort to reduce the number of injuries and fatalities resulting from unrestrained motorists in traffic crashes, the Causeway Police Department will participate in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's "Click It Or Ticket" program. The department will conduct enhanced enforcement of the seat belt/child restraint laws, both on the Causeway and the Huey P. Long Bridge. The program will
end on Sunday, June 5, 2016. Please always remember to drive safely.
Carlton Dufrechou
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MAYOR, CITY OFFICIALS TO HIGHLIGHT CITY'S PREPARATIONS IN ADVANCE OF 2016 HURRICANE SEASON
NEW ORLEANS - On Tuesday, May 31, 2016, Mayor Mitch Landrieu will join local, state and federal officials to discuss the City's preparations in advance of the 2016 Hurricane Season, which
begins Wednesday, June 1, 2016.
Additionally, officials will advise the public on steps they can take to prepare themselves as the hurricane season approaches.
WHO: Mayor Mitch Landrieu
Superintendent Michael Harrison, New Orleans Police
Department
Superintendent Tim McConnell, New Orleans Fire Department
Dr. Jeff Elder, Director, Emergency Medical Services
Aaron Miller, Director, New Orleans Office of Homeland Security and
Emergency Preparedness
Cedric Grant, Executive Director, Sewerage & Water Board
Charlotte Parent, Director, New Orleans Health Department
Local, State and Federal Officials
WHEN: TUESDAY, May 31, 2016
2 p.m.
WHERE: City Hall
Mayor's Press Room
1300 Perdido St.
New Orleans, LA 70112
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The Saints will hold OTA sessions this week on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday; May 31 through June 2; and June 6 through June 9.
League rules, one practice each week will be open to the media, although the Saints prohibit media from revealing which session is open .
The team's mandatory minicamp is June 14-16. After that, the NFL largely goes into vacation until the start of training camp in late July
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NOISE VARIANCE NOTICE FOR FRENCH QUARTER
NEW ORLEANS- The City of New Orleans Health Department has issued a notice of noise variance to New Orleans residents in the French Quarter through Wednesday, June 1, 2016.
A construction company will conduct concrete pours that will exceed the ambient noise levels between 2 a.m. on May 25, 2016, and noon on Wednesday, June 1, 2016, for the new Hilton Homewood Suites at 317 N. Rampart St. Residents are advised to be patient and expect to hear construction-related noises outside of the normal hours outlined in the City's noise ordinance.
Businesses or individuals without a proper permit are prohibited from exceeding ambient noise levels outside of the hours of 7 a.m. until 10 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. until 10 p.m. on weekends.
The Health Department is the City agency responsible for enforcing the noise ordinance, issuing noise variance permits and facilitating communication between the permit requestors and the local community. Residents are encouraged to contact Palmisano Contractors, LLC with questions or concerns at
(504) 459-4438.
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The Broad Theater
636 N Broad St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70119
Tuesday 31, May
Alice Through the Looking Glass
PGfantasy action/peril and some language
The Man Who Knew Infinity
PG-13Rated PG-13 for some thematic elements and smoking
Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising
RRated R for crude sexual content including brief graphic nudity, language throughout, drug use and teen partying
Captain America: Civil War
PG-13PG-13 for extended sequences of violence, action and mayhem
Pele: Birth Of A Legend
PG
Wednesday 1, June
The Man Who Knew Infinity
PG-13Rated PG-13 for some thematic elements and smoking
Alice Through the Looking Glass
PGfantasy action/peril and some language
Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising
RRated R for crude sexual content including brief graphic nudity, language throughout, drug use and teen partying
Captain America: Civil War
PG-13PG-13 for extended sequences of violence, action and mayhem
Pele: Birth Of A Legend
PG
Thursday 2, June
Alice Through the Looking Glass
PGfantasy action/peril and some language
Pele: Birth Of A Legend
PG
Captain America: Civil War
PG-13PG-13 for extended sequences of violence, action and mayhem
Neighbors 2: Sorority Rising
RRated R for crude sexual content including brief graphic nudity, language throughout, drug use and teen partying
The Man Who Knew Infinity
PG-13Rated PG-13 for some thematic elements and smoking
PLEASE Note: The EVERY Tuesday "ORGAN & Labyrinth with Albinas Prizgintas Is BACK by Popular Demand !
Tuesday May 31 @ 6 pm: Albinas Prizgintas plays the 5000 pipe tracker organ at "ORGAN & Labyrinth"
From Classical Baroque to Vintage Rock and Popular Tunes. Please visit: www.albinas.org
Please Note:
Saturday June 4 @ 7 pm: World Premiere of "Earth's Grace from God" by Hezekiah Brinson with members of the Moses G. Hogan Chorale, New Orleans Black Chorale,
the Zion Harmonizers, S. Carver Davenport and members of the Dillard Concert Choir, members of the Loyola Music Department, Ashbury United Methodist Church Bells Choir,
Lula Elzy and the Lula Elzy Dance Studio, Internationally known soprano Bridget Bazile as featured soloist, and many more....
Sunday June 5 @ 5 pm: The Cincinnati Boychoir, one of the premiere professional boychoirs in the United States directed by Christopher Eanes
Please Note Tuesday, June 7 @ 6 pm: Albinas Prizgintas plays the 5000 pipe tracker organ at "ORGAN & Labyrinth"
From Classical Baroque to Vintage Rock and Popular Tunes. Please visit: www.albinas.org
Sunday, June 12 @ 5 pm: Clear Lake Band and Choir.. 100 performers from Wisconsin.directed by Mike Larson and Marisa Bergh
PLEASE NOTE 2 Concerts on Tuesday, June 14:
.............June 14 @ 6 pm: Albinas Prizgintas plays the 5000 pipe tracker organ at "ORGAN & Labyrinth"
From Classical Baroque to Vintage Rock and Popular Tunes. Please visit: www.albinas.org
June 14 @ 8 pm : "International Septet TANGO Rendezvous" a concert of Tango Music .7 Strings and piano led by Argentinian violinist extraordinaire Alejandro Drago,
Sunday, June 19 @ 5 pm: "Mothers and Daughters" Vocal divas and professors of voice, Sopranos Valerie Francis and Phyllis Treigle perform with their daughters
Imani Francis and Emily Sheeps in a Father's Day Tribute,
Please Note Tuesday, June 21 @ 6 pm: Albinas Prizgintas plays the 5000 pipe tracker organ at "ORGAN & Labyrinth"
From Classical Baroque to Vintage Rock and Popular Tunes. Please visit: www.albinas.org
Sunday, June 26: 16th Annual Patriotic Music Festival from 3 pm until 6 pm
starts @ 3 pm: with the U.S Marine Corps Concert Band, Ellis Marsalis and Delfeayo's Uptown Jazz Orchestra and more
The musical program ending at 6 pm will be followed by a reception in Bishop Polk Hall, ALL are invited !
Please Note Tuesday, June 28 @ 6 pm: Albinas Prizgintas plays the 5000 pipe tracker organ at "ORGAN & Labyrinth"
From Classical Baroque to Vintage Rock and Popular Tunes. Plese visit: www.albinas.org
Sunday, July 3: Albinas Prizgintas plays a Patriotic program on the 5000 pipe tracker organ, Music of Sousa and others
Come meet New Orleans-based, New York Times bestselling author Nevada Barr presenting and signing her new novel, BOAR ISLAND, bringing National Park Ranger Anna Pigeon to the wild beauty of Acadia National Park.
Anna Pigeon, in her career as a National Park Service Ranger, has had to deal with all manner of crimes and misdemeanors, but cyber-bullying and stalking is a new one. The target is Elizabeth, the adopted teenage daughter of her friend Heath Jarrod. Elizabeth is driven to despair by the disgusting rumors spreading online and bullying texts. Until, one day, Heath finds her daughter Elizabeth in the midst of an unsuccessful suicide attempt. And then she calls in the cavalry---her aunt Gwen and her friend Anna Pigeon.
While they try to deal with the fragile state of affairs---and find the person behind the harassment---the three adults decide the best thing to do is to remove Elizabeth from the situation. Since Anna is about to start her new post as Acting Chief Ranger at Acadia National Park in Maine, the three will join her and stay at a house on the cliff of a small island near the park, Boar Island.
But the move east doesn't solve the problem. The stalker has followed them east. And Heath (a paraplegic) and Elizabeth aren't alone on the otherwise deserted island. At the same time, Anna has barely arrived at Acadia before a brutal murder is committed by a killer uncomfortably close to her.
BOAR ISLAND is a brilliant intertwining of past and present, of victims and killers, in a compelling novel that only Nevada Barr could write.
NEVADA BARR is a novelist, actor, and artist best known for herNew York Times bestselling, award-winning mystery series featuring Anna Pigeon. A former National Park Service Ranger, she currently lives with her husband in New Orleans.
Event date:
Tuesday, May 31, 2016 - 6:00pm
Event address:
Octavia Books, 513 Octavia Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
Have you seen the First Folio? May 31 is your last chance! Tulane's School of Liberal Arts invites you to the closing reception, featuring short performances of Shakespeare's work by actors from the New Orleans Shakespeare Festival.
Tuesday May 31, 2016 6:00p-8:00p Newcomb Art Museum Free and open to the public!
Shakespeare's First Folio was the original printed anthology of the Bard's plays, but only about 230 copies of this book still exist. Tulane University School of Liberal Arts is honored to have been selected as a host site for First Folio! The Book that Gave Us Shakespeare: a national traveling exhibition of the Shakespeare First Folio, one of the world's most treasured books. More information can be found here!
CITY TO HOST NEW ORLEANS SUMMER CAREER PATHWAYS PROGRAM ORIENTATION
NEW ORLEANS - the City's Network for Economic Opportunity and JOB1 will kick off its New Orleans Summer Career Pathways Program orientation to provide training and employment opportunities in the advanced manufacturing and energy sectors.
In October 2014, the U.S. Department of Labor committed $8.2 million to support workforce development and training in New Orleans. Of that, a $5.8 million competitive grant went to the City of New Orleans Office of Workforce Development and a $2.4 million grant went to Delgado Community College for workforce development.
The City has leveraged the grant to improve the delivery of workforce training services, facilitate cooperation across federal, state and local workforce programs and funding streams and expand partnerships within industry sectors to develop programs that reflect current and future skill needs.
The City's Office of Workforce Development is working with a variety of training providers and community partners and organizations to customize training programs for local workers interested in obtaining certification in trades in the advanced manufacturing and energy sectors. In addition to education and skill training, participants will be provided with the wrap-around supportive services needed to increase completion and experience in real work settings to gain nationally recognized industry certifications.
. Each orientation will last from 6 p.m. until 8 p.m.
Career training will be offered in industrial maintenance, electrical and pipefitting.
May 31
Treme Recreation Community Center
900 N. Villere St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
In September 2014, the Mayor launched the Economic Opportunity Strategy to connect disadvantaged job seekers and businesses to new opportunities.
Both grants, as part of Department of Labor's Workforce Innovation Fund, seek to improve job training programs across the country. Delgado was one of 270 community colleges around the country who received a total of $450 million in federal job-driven training grants. This funding was part of the Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training (TAACCCT) competitive grant program, which is co-administered by the Department of Labor and Department of Education.
For more information, call (504) 658-4500.
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2016 Kick Off Party
Tuesday May 31th 6-8pm Zeitgeist 1618 O.C. Haley Blvd.
Kick Off Party Details
4pm to 7pm Health Screenings by Ochsner Eat Fit. Must complete screenings to participate in the 30 day Health and Fitness Challenge.
4pm to 8pm Onsite Registrations and Starter Package Pickups.
6pm to 8pm Kick Off Party
Menu An All Star, All O. C. Haley Blvd Line Up Curious Oyster Co Curious Oyster Co. will be serving oysters on the 1/2 shell.
Primitivo Chef Nick Martin will be serving all house made charcuterie meats including pickled cucumbers and cauliflower. Purloo Chef Ryan Hughes will be serving Grilled Bellegarde Bakery Ciabatta with a creole tomato and peppergrass pesto. Wine and Garden Cocktails From: Pontchartrain Vineyards (Covington) Donner Peltier Distillers (Thibodaux) Old New Orleans Rum (New Orleans) Photo Booth Nola Photo Loungewill be on site available for you to take some fun photos with a variety of props. Haven't signed up? Avoid the line at the party and sign up online here.
It's time to vote for 2016's Best of the Big Easy! Follow the link above to vote for your favorites in nightlife, dining, shopping, theatre & performing arts!
50% of the ballot must be completed before submitting to be counted. Results will be published in our July issue. Voting ends June 14 at Midnight.
Back by "Popular" demand. Variety calls Wicked "a cultural phenomenon," and it continues to break box office records and sell out in record time. Winner of over 100 international awards, including a Grammy and three Tony Awards, Wicked is "Broadway's biggest blockbuster" (The New York Times).
Long before that girl from Kansas arrives in Munchkinland, two girls meet in the land of Oz. One-born with emerald green skin-is smart, fiery and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. How these two grow to become the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good makes for "the most complete-and completely satisfying-new musical in a long time" (USA Today).
California Carignan, June 1, 6-8pm - While Carignan is widely planted in both Spain and France, more often than not it is used as a red blending grape, making it difficult to understand the varieties true flavor profile. Carignan is susceptible to mildew and rot and it needs warmer climates for it to mature properly. The sun-drenched California foothills provide the perfect environment for Carignan and tonight we will introduce you to the grape with a sparkling, a rosé, an old vine Carignan and a blend. The flight is $15 and no reservations are required!
Swirl Wine Bar & Market
3143 Ponce De Leon Street, New Orleans, LA 70119
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PLEASE JOIN US THIS WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1ST 10:00 A.M.-10:30 A.M.
at the corner of N. Peters & Ursulines at the French Market archway, beneath the giant tomato!
For a press conference announcing special features of the 30th anniversary of the French Market Creole Tomato Festival
Media copies of the 30th Anniversary Cookbook will be available!
Our 30th anniversary commemorative poster will be unveiled
Speakers include local farmer Timmy Perilloux, who will have samples of his Creole tomatoes on hand
The Very Reverend Father Philip G. Landry, St. Louis Cathedral, will close with a Blessing of the Tomatoes
Live music will be provided by the Centennial Park band of the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park, with special appearances by the Chorus Girls Project previewing their Creole Tomato Cabaret
ORDER OF SPEAKERS:
Mark Romig, President and CEO, New Orleans Tourism Marketing Corporation;
Demetric Mercadel, President, Board of Directors, The French Market Corporation;
Nadine M. Ramsey, Councilmember District "C";
Timmy Perilloux, Vegetable Farmer;
Very Rev. Philip G. Landry, Rector, St. Louis Cathedral, who will bless this year's Creole tomato crop, the festival, and our summer season
After Colin Campbell went on a short business trip abroad, he returned home to discover his wife of many years had moved out. No explanations. No second chances. She was gone and wasn't coming back. Shocked and heartbroken, Colin fell into a spiral of depression and loneliness.
Soon after, a friend told Colin about a dog in need of rescue-a neglected 140-pound Newfoundland Landseer, a breed renowned for its friendly nature and remarkable swimming abilities. Colin adopted the traumatized dog, brought him home and named him George. Both man and dog were heartbroken and lacking trust, but together, they learned how to share a space, how to socialize and, most of all, how to overcome their bad experiences. At the same time, Colin began to relive childhood memories of his beloved grandfather, a decorated war hero and a man who gave him hope when he needed it most.
Then everything changed. Colin was offered a great new job in Los Angeles, California. He took George with him and the pair began a new life together on L.A.'s sunny beaches. George became a fixture in his Hermosa Beach neighborhood, attracting attention from and giving affection to everyone he met, warming hearts both young and old. And when Colin headed to the beach to rekindle his love for surfing, and George encountered the ocean and a surfboard for the first time, he did a surprising thing-he jumped right on the board! Through surfing, George and Colin began a life-altering adventure and a deep healing process. As their story took them to exciting new heights, Colin learned how to follow George's lead, discovering that although he may have rescued George, in the end, it was George who rescued him.
FREE DAYS WITH GEORGE is an uplifting, inspirational story about the healing power of animals, and about leaving the past behind to embrace love, hope, and happiness.
Colin Campbell has worked as a marketing executive in both the United States and Canada. He has held senior roles with MacLaren McCann, MKTG, and the National Hockey League Players' Association. He has created and managed marketing and branded content programs for Nike, Mattel, Kraft, and General Motors, among others. Colin's syndicated radio show, Junior Hockey Magazine, has aired across Canada for the past twenty-four years. Colin and George live in downtown Toronto and escape as often as possible to the beaches of California and Nova Scotia to get their surfing fix.
Event date:
Wednesday, June 1, 2016 - 6:00pm
Event address:
Octavia Books, 513 Octavia Street, New Orleans, LA 70115
Wednesdays - Treme Brass Band at the Candlelight Lounge (925 N. Robertson St) - 9pm
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Are You Interested in Ham Radio?
Free Course at East Bank Regional Library Explains the Basics
METAIRIE, LA - The Crescent City Amateur Radio Group will hold a seven-night Amateur Radio Technician course beginning at 6:30 p.m., Monday, May 23, at the East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie.
The course is free-of-charge and is open to the public. Registration is not required.
The course will occur on the following nights:
6:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 1, 2016
6:30 p.m., Monday, June 6, 2016
6:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 8, 2016
6:30 p.m., Monday, June 13, 2016
6:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 15, 2016 (test)
Students will take the national accreditation test on the final night of the course in order to get their amateur radio licenses.
Ham radio is a hobby that is enjoyed by thousands of people throughout the world. Local amateur radio operators are valuable communications volunteers following major storms and hurricanes on the Gulf Coast.
For more information regarding this event, contact Chris Smith, Manager of Adult Programming for the library, at (504) 889-8143 or wcsmith@jplibrary.net.
In accordance with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Jefferson Parish shall not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs or activities. If you require auxiliary aids or devices, or other reasonable accommodation under the ADA, submit requests to the ADA Coordinator at least 48 hours in advance or as soon as possible. A 72-hour notice is needed to request Certified ASL interpreters. ADA Coordinator / Office of Citizens with Disabilities, 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd., Suite 210 Jefferson, LA 70123; (504) 736-6086;[email protected]
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Last one for the year
JUN 01
Tab Benoit + N'awlins Johnnys
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Mayor Landrieu's Office of Economic Development to Host Business Information Sessions
NEW ORLEANS - Mayor Mitch Landrieu's Office of Economic Development will kick off another series of Business Information Sessions designed to connect local entrepreneurs and business owners with useful tools and resources to grow their businesses.
"These quarterly sessions are key to helping our local business owners and entrepreneurs thrive," said Mayor Mitch Landrieu. "When our businesses succeed, our economy gets stronger, more residents gain jobs and we grow the tax base that pays for essential City services."
These sessions allow interested entrepreneurs and business owners to learn more about business opportunities. One session will take place in each City Council district. All are open to the public, and individuals can attend any or all sessions.
District A Councilmember Susan G. Guidry said, "These information sessions help to assure the success of businesses, especially those that are just starting out. Giving business owners knowledge and connecting them to the right resources not only helps them to grow, but I t helps the community, as a whole. It is a win across the board."
District C Councilmember Nadine M. Ramsey said, "I encourage everyone with a small business to take advantage of the information and resources offered by these sessions. This is a great way to gain new insight into how to grow your business."
District D Councilmember Jared C. Brossett said, "As we continue in this period of great economic growth in the city of New Orleans, it is important that we develop strategic initiatives that bring together a cross sector of partners who can provide information, resources, and opportunities to entrepreneurs and small business owners. These information sessions are a perfect example of how proactive governance can create new ways of connecting our local entrepreneurial talent to the City's economic growth."
The complete list of dates and locations can be found below.
District E:
Wednesday, June 1, 2016
1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Andrew P. Sanchez Recreation Center
1616 Caffin Street, Multipurpose Room, 2nd floor, New Orleans, La 70117
Topics:
"Louisiana Department of Transportation (LADOTD) DBE Program and Procurement Opportunities" presented by LADOTD
"Port of New Orleans DBE Program and Procurement Opportunities" presented byPort of New Orleans
District A:
Wednesday, June 8, 2016
1:30 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Regional Transportation Management Center
10 Veterans Memorial Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70124
Topics:
"Navigating Your Business Through the City Planning Neighborhood Participation Program" presented by Committee for a Better New Orleans
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The Victory Belles present Songs that Won the War
May 18 - August 24
The Victory Belles bring to life the songs that inspired the Allies to victory during World War II. This new Belles show features musical gems of the era such as White Cliffs of Dover, Harbor Lights, The Last Time I Saw Paris, La Vie En Rose, and I'll Be Seeing You, all sung in rich, three-part harmony. You may even find yourself dancing with one of our beautiful Belles!
Wednesdays are free thanks to The Helis Foundation. Join us!
Free Wednesdays at the New Orleans Museum of Art
Where: New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins C. Diboll Circle, City Park, New Orleans, Louisiana 70124
When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: Everyone welcome, free admission is for Louisiana residents
How: Just show up
Free admission on Wednesdays for Louisiana residents sponsored by the Helis Foundation
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Wednesdays on the Point will return to the Algiers Ferry Landing in New Orleans from June 1 through July 8. This year's free concert series will feature sets from the Soul Rebels, Honey Island Swamp Band, Amanda Shaw, Little Freddie King, Motel Radio, Bag of Donuts and more.
Originally launched in 2009, Wednesdays on the Point brings local musicians, craft vendors and food trucks out to Algiers' oldest neihgborhood for few Wednesday's each summer. The music takes places from 5:30 to 8:30pm.
A full list of craft vendors and food trucks will be available in the coming weeks.
Wednesdays on the Point
June 1 - The Soul Rebels June 8 - Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band June 15 - Honey Island Swamp Band + Colin Lake June 22 - King James and the Special Men + Little Freddie King June 29 - Bag of Donuts July 6 - Motel Radio + Amanda Shaw
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A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to the Forum
...Forum runs Thursday - Sunday, 2 - June 5.
Join us in welcoming Pseudolus and the whole gang to our stage
See you at the theatre!
Katie, Max, and the Le Petit Team Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carré
Rogers Memorial Chapel at Tulane University - 1221 Broadway, New Orleans, LA 70118
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Ogden After Hours
presents
a film screening
THE WHOLE GRITTY CITY
Thursday, June 2
6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Patrick F. Taylor Library
The Whole Gritty City is a 90-minute documentary that plunges viewers into the world of three New Orleans school marching bands. The film follows children growing up in America's most musical city, and one of its most dangerous, as their band directors get them ready to perform in the Mardi Gras parades, and teach them to succeed and to survive.
Navigating the urban minefield through moments of setback, loss, discovery, and triumph, these children and their adult leaders reveal the power and resilience of a culture.
THURSDAYS AT TWILIGHT: 6 p.m., Pavilion of the Two Sisters, Botanical Gardens, City Park, Victory Drive, New Orleans.
http://neworleanscitypark.com/calendar
Thursdays at Twilight Garden Concert Series
"Thursdays at Twilight" Concert Series
May through August 2016 Schedule of Concerts at
the New Orleans Botanical Garden in New Orleans City Park
What: Join music lovers at City Park to hear some of New Orleans' favorite performers during the "Thursdays at Twilight" concert series. Bring your friends to enjoy this very popular series with an array of musicians and mint juleps indoors at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters. This series is sponsored by the Louis and Virginia Clemente Foundation with support from WWNO 89.9 FM.
Admission is $10 per person. Mint juleps, wine, beer, soft drinks, water, and food are available for purchase. No outside food, drink, or pets are allowed.
Advance tickets are available online at NewOrleansCityPark.com. Advance tickets may also be purchased over the phone at 504-483-9488 or at the Botanical Garden Gift Shop. Thursdays at Twilight Series Season Passes are also available for purchase.
When: Thursday Evenings
5 pm - Gates Open, 6 pm - Performance Begins
Where: Pavilion of the Two Sisters, New Orleans Botanical Garden, City Park
Contact: New Orleans Botanical Garden: phone: 504-483-9488 or email: [email protected]
May through August 2016 schedule:
June 2 - John Boutté
Voted Best Male Vocalist of the year at both the Best of the Beat and the Big Easy Awards. His song "Treme" is the theme song of the popular HBO series. Those who were lucky to attend his sold out concert last year were part of a magical night. Don't miss this year's show. For more information about the band, visit johnboutte.com.
June 9 - Bon Operatit
Consists of New Orleans opera singers Lauren Mouney Gisclair, Jesse Nolan, and Mary Penick Akin. From La Boheme to Phantom of the Opera, they perform a perfect pairing of opera and musical theatre hits that are sure to invigorate the senses. For more information about the band, visit bonoperatit.com.
June 16 - New Orleans Mystics
Buy your tickets early so you will not miss this show featuring the music of Motown. Songs from the Temptations, O'Jays, Marvin Gaye and Otis Redding will all be part of this soulful tribute to some of the greatest music from the 1970's.
June 23 - Symphony Chorus of New Orleans
The Symphony Chorus will perform Shubert and Vivaldi in the first half of the concert, and then music about New Orleans and Louisiana in the second half. Should be a great mix of music. For more information about the band, visit symphonychorus.org.
June 30 - Rocky's Hot Fox Trot Orchestra
Celebrate the traditions of our New Orleans swing era with an energetic, upbeat patriotic concert. The program will include hits from the era of the WWII "greatest generation", popular modern tunes, and patriotic tributes. This swing ensemble features a full horn section with vocals. For more information about the band, visit rockyshfto.blogspot.com.
July 7 - Chucky C and Clearly Blue
Chucky C's (Charles Elam, III) charisma has earned him the title, "The King of Feel Good." This versatile entertainer blends all of his musical influences from jazz to pop, Dixieland to blues and can change gears to satisfy diverse audiences making him a real crowd pleaser.
July 14 - Boogiemen Swing Band
Will be performing the music of Frank Sinatra, Michael Buble', Harry Connick Jr. and more....." Don't miss this special night of music!! For more information about the band, visit boogiemen-nola.com.
July 21 - Ronnie Kole
Jazz pianist Ronnie Kole's smooth sound and elegant demeanor have earned him respect from musicians across the globe. Kole sharpened his skills in Al Hirt's club and Kole's Corner on Bourbon Street. He was inducted into the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame in 2012 and has recorded 32 CD/LP's. This New Orleans-based pianist keeps busy performing concerts across the United States, Europe and Asia. For more information about the band, visit ronniekole.com.
July 28 - Ladies of Soul
You know Naydja CoJoe, Rechelle Cook, and Sharon Martin as, "The Ladies of Soul," having performed at the Garden with The Mystics. They will not only sing a bit of Motown, but also Jazz, R & B, and familiar New Orleans tunes.
August 4 - Bruce Daigrepont
Music came to Bruce at an early age, and in the most traditional manner--handed down from father to son. When he was growing up, no family gathering was complete without a little playing and singing. His father picked the guitar, "Carter Family-style," while his Uncle Alton lent a remarkable voice to the traditional Cajun songs and old-time country ballads. Bruce Daigrepont almost single-handedly has popularized Cajun music and Cajun dancing in cosmopolitan New Orleans. For more information about the band, visit brucedaigrepont.com
August 11 - Julio and Cesar
Originally from Guatemala, Julio and Cesar Herrera have been in New Orleans for over 30 years. They describe their music as constantly evolving, attributing this, in part, to their exposure from an early age to many cultures. For more information about the band, visit julioandcesar.com.
August 18 - Pfister Sisters
Holley Bendtsen, Yvette Voelker, Debbie Davis and Amasa Miller comprise one of the few groups that represent the New Orleans swing era, with their recreation of the Boswell Sisters arrangements, and the only act featuring vocal jazz harmony. They bring joy to your soul, harmony to your ears, and the best and biggest boogie-woogie to your feet. For more information about the band, visit pfistersisters.com.
August 25 - Mark Brooks and Friends
Mark Brooks is one of New Orleans' most talented, versatile, and sought after bassist. Mark has played and toured with an array of artists including Dr. John, The Neville Brothers, Henry Butler, Charles and Aaron Neville's Ensembles, Lou Rawls, Fats Domino, Ellis Hall Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Harry Connick, Sr. Mark is known for his diversity with the different styles of music ranging from Rhythm & Blues, Contemporary Jazz, Traditional Jazz, Blues, and Gospel. For more information about the band, visit markabrooks.net.
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The Pirate's Alley Faulkner Society, Inc. 624 Pirate's Alley New Orleans, LA 70116-3233 [email protected] www.wordsandmusic.org
Dear Friends: The Pirate's Alley Faulkner Society is proud to announce that we have been awarded a BIG READ grant from the National Endowment for the Arts to create and present a community literacy initiative for young people at-risk for illiteracy. For details visit: http://www.wordsandmusic.org/
We will be raising money from the community for the necessary match to the BIG READ grant. One way you can support this important initiative and have a good time doing it is to attend Juleps in June, 2016, Friday, June 3, at the newly renovated Garden District residence of Honorary Co-Chairs Andrea & David Bland at 1216 Jackson Avenue. Literary guests of honor will be Carrie Brown, John Gregory Brown, and Dr. Kim Vaz-Deville. The annual Faulkner painting which will be auctioned at the event has been created by Grayce DeNoia Bochak. Your invitation and reservations form are attached. Advance reservations are required. We sincerely look forward to seeing you then.
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.
Where: Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St., New Orleans, LA 70130
Louisiana's only naturist resort is located right here in the greater New Orleans area! They have special events most weekends in addition to their heated pool and hot tub, cabins for rent, and day passes.
Mishima is the technique Miki Glasser uses to achieve the fine blue lines on the surface of her pots. Workshop participants will each be provided with a wet ceramic tile, and, using a needle tool, will inscribe drawings directly into the surface of the clay. A thin layer of blue glaze will be applied to the lines and scraped or wiped off of the surface, leaving only the delicate line trapped in the clay, embedded forever like a tattoo! Miki will fire the pieces and return them to the Ogden Museum for pick-up by workshop participants.
Ogden Museum, 925 Camp Street, New Orleans , LA 70130
Please Note: Sunday, June 26 from 3 pm to 6 pm : 16th Annual PATRIOTIC MUSIC Festival
The Trinity Artist Series are celebrating 28 years of continuous concerts are Informal and FREE of Charge.
Handicap access and elevator available.
Police security provided. for more information please contact:
Albinas & Manon Prizgintas
(504) 670 2520 - (504) 606 3442
www.trinityartistseries.com
www.albinas.org
www.trinitynola.org
Trinity Artist Series
Trinity Episcopal Church
1329 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans,
Phone: 504.522.0276
All programs last one hour and take place every Sunday of the year at 5:00 p.m. Police security provided. Handicap access and elevator available. Informal and FREE of charge
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Some Like It Hot! is a New Orleans Dixieland Jazz Band
formed from a love of traditional jazz playing the Jazz Brunch
Every Sunday from 11am - 2 pm
Enjoy Mimosa's & a delicious brunch! No Cover Charge.
BUFFA'S
1001 Esplanade Ave, NOLA (enter Buffa's Back Room on Burgundy Street).
I want to remind you that Buffa's Never has a Cover Charge
and they feature about 15 bands performing every week
http://www.buffasbar.com/events.html
Plus the Restaurant is open 24/7 serving good food!
Family Day Jazz Brunch at Federal City Auditorium!
Jazzi Brunch Buffet this summer at Federal City Auditorium in Algiers!
The Algiers Auditorium have pre-set 18 weeks of Live Music & Great Food with their Summer Jazzi Brunch Buffet. enjoy their unlimited breakfast buffet & bottomless mimosas. Each week a different jazz ensemble will grace the stage with their harmonic sounds & melodies. Tickets will be sold online only! $30 Early Bird Tickets will allow you to pre-purchase tickets for any weekend in advance & save $5 per ticket. 8 tickets maximum can be purchased, which guarantees your group seated together. 88 seats available $35 General Tickets gets you in the door but there's no guarantee your group will all sit together. 104 seats available $350 RSVP Table Tickets will have 6 tables available with a maximum of 10 people. These tables will be close to the stage for you and your guests to enjoy the musicians with a clearer view. They are not a restaurant and will not have tickets for sale at the door UNLESS they are NOT sold out for that weekend. One non-profit organization per month will be chosen. They will donate a portion of the ticket sales to help their cause.
Items accepted at all monthly (second Saturday) Recycling Drop-Off Days include: paper (newspaper, magazines, office paper, junk mail, phone books), ink jet cartridges, toner cartridges, digital cameras, DVRs, digital picture frames, metals (aluminum, steel, tin), laptops, stereos and speakers, plastics (#1 through #7), printers and fax machines, telephones, cords, systems, cell phones, beepers, pagers, uninterruptible power supplies, security systems, computers, processors, monitors, circuit boards, GPS devices, Xboxes, PlayStations, Wiis, MP3 players, DVDs and VCRs, household batteries, fluorescent light bulbs, incandescent light bulbs, Mardi Gras beads, televisions (limit 4) and tires (limit 4).
The following items cannot be accepted: explosives, radioactive materials, medical waste, asbestos, or hazardous waste from businesses or schools. These items should not be thrown away with regular garbage or placed in curbside recycling containers. In addition, the City does not accept glass for recycling at the Drop Off Center or curbside. Glass can be disposed with regular solid waste or recycled independently.
Below is the remaining 2016 schedule for the Recycling Drop-Off Center:
June 11: Recycling Drop-off Day
July 9: Recycling Drop-Off & Shred Day--Iron Mountain will securely and confidentially shred up to 50 lbs. of documents at no charge as a community service
Aug. 13: Recycling Drop-Off Day
Sept. 10: Recycling Drop-Off Day
Oct. 8: Recycling Drop-Off & Shred Day--Iron Mountain will securely and confidentially shred up to 50 lbs. of documents at no charge as a community service
Nov. 12: Recycling Drop-Off Day
Dec. 10: Recycling Drop-Off & Shred Day--Iron Mountain will securely and confidentially shred up to 50 lbs. of documents at no charge as a community service
The Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong Summer Jazz Camp is a pre-eminent jazz education program developing the next generation of Jazz artists and preserving the great American art form.
Our mission is to honor jazz in the place of its birth and to foster greater appreciation of this art form.
Our core value believes that education that develops the whole person raises self-esteem and teaches leadership, teamwork, problem solving skills, good citizenship and respect for culture.
| June 8 | September 14 | October 12 | November 9 | December 14
http://harrisonavenuemarketplace.org/market/
The Marketplace
Live Music | Food | Arts & Crafts | Kids Activities
The Harrison Avenue Marketplace is a great venue for the Lakeview community to enjoy family, friends, food and live entertainment. The Harrison Avenue Marketplace is always free and open to the public.
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Joan R. Kuhn
Administrative Assistant
Greater New Orleans Council
Navy League of the United States
504-522-8946
6-30-16
2016 ESSENCE Festival Reveals First-Round Performance Lineup Featuring Headlining Performances from Kendrick Lamar, Mariah Carey and Maxwell
With tempting aromas of dark cherry, blackberry and spice, Zin-phomaniac is a complex, full-bodied wine with juicy, approachable flavors of ripe blue-purple fruit and dark semi-sweet chocolate. A kiss of vanilla and a touch of brown baking spice add depth to the long, satisfying mouthfeel.
