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Mowing grass - Priceless ....
This picture is of an Army soldier in Iraq with his tiny 'plot' of grass in front of his tent.
It's heartwarming! Here is a soldier in Iraq, stationed in a big sand box.
He asked his wife to send him dirt (U.S. soil), fertilizer, and some grass seed so that he can have the sweet aroma, and feel the grass grow beneath his feet. When the men of the squadron have a mission that they are going on, they take turns walking through the grass and the American soil -- to bring them good luck.
Of all the things he could have asked his wife to send to him from home... he asked for American soil. WOW.
If you notice, he is even cutting the grass with a pair of scissors. Sometimes we are in such a hurry that we don't stop and think about the little things that we take for granted.
Upon receiving this, say a little prayer for our soldiers that give and give (and give up) so unselfishly for us.
The most prized possession is integrity
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WE LIVE IN THE LAND OF THE FREE,
ONLY BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE
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Every Tuesday, 8 p.m., The Columns Hotel, 3811 St. Charles Ave.
EVERY TUESDAY, 8 p.m.
THE COLUMNS HOTEL, 3811 St. Charles Ave.
JAZZ VARIETY (JV)
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1/10/17- John Rankin
1/17/17- Alex McMurray and John Rankin
1/24/17- John Rankin and Washboard Chaz
1/31/17- The New Orleans Guitar Masters with Jimmy Robinson, Cranston Clements, and John Rankin
2/7/17 - John Rankin
2/14/17- Matt Rhody and John Rankin.
EVERY SUNDAY 11:30 to 2:30
SUPERIOR SEAFOOD, ST. Charles and Napoleon Ave.
The Superior Jazz Trio
(Harry Hardin, Tim Paco, and John Rankin)
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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
Plus the Restaurant is open 24/7 serving good food!
Some Like It Hot Band
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Seelos Birthday Healing Mass with Sacrament of Anointing. (This mass celebrates the 198th birthday of Bl. Seelos, which is January 11.)
National Shrine of Blessed Francis Xavier Seelos
Mass held in St. Mary's Assumption Church
919 Josephine Street (Corner of Josephine & Constance Streets)
New Orleans, LA 70130
This year's celebrant will be Rev. Richard Thibodeau, C.Ss.R., the current pastor of St. Mary's Assumption Church.
* Confessions before Mass at 11:45 a.m.
* Veneration of Relic Missionary Crucifix
* Wheelchair Accessible
* Free parking is located in the lots on St. Andrew, between Magazine and Constance. Street parking also available.
* One-on-one intercessory prayer in back ofchurch & in shrine, starting at 11:45 a.m. - venerate his relic as you and your loved ones enter!
* Please do not enter the Church before the Parish's weekly Mass at 10:30 a.m., which normally ends before 11:40 a.m. This can be very disruptive to the sanctity of the liturgy being performed, so we kindly ask for your cooperation in this matter. If you arrive early, you are welcome to visit the Seelos Welcome Center or meditate in the courtyard of the Center or the courtyard behind the Shrine & Church. Please note that there is limited seating available outside in the courtyards and inside the Center.
* Seelos Gift Shop will be open before & after Birthday Healing Mass. The Center will open at 10:00 a.m.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
(504) 525-2495 or www.seelos.org
Visit the newly renovated Shrine/Museum Seelos Welcome Center
OPEN: M-F 9:00-3:00 Sat: 10:00-3:30
Interested in future date group tour?
Call: (504) 525-2495
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Francis Portela, Batman and Robin, Coming to New Orleans Comic Con!
Green Lantern Corps; LoSH; Adventure Comics; Captain America; The Flash; X-Men; Wolverine; Batman; Spider-Man+!
A current teacher at the Joso School for Comic-Book Artists, and also a former student, Francis started working in American comic-books both as a penciler (two issues of GI Joe: Frontline for Image / Devil's Due) and an inker, in books like Batman: Gotham Knights (with Al Barrionuevo) for DC Comics, and The Resistance (with Juan Santacruz) for Wildstorm.
Later, he started penciling for Marvel, company he's still working with these days, in titles like Araa: The heart of the Spider; Captain Universe: X-23; Heroes for Hire; a lengthy stint as artist in Black Panther, and also three issues of Wolverine: First Class.
The miniseries Supervillain Teamp: MODOK's 11 was his first collaboration with writer Fred Van Lente, and they worked together again in short stories like the Vulture one they did for Web of Spider-Man #5, and the Halo: Blood Line miniseries.
Currently, Francis is drawing the New-52 Legion of Superheroes book for DC Comics.
http://wizardworld.com/comiccon/neworleans
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Wizard World is headed to New Orleans January 8, 2017! Come meet David Duchovny and more of your favorite celebrities, artists and cosplayers!
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Rites, Rituals and Revelry: The History of Mardi Gras in New Orleans
Saturday, January 8
@ 11:00 AM CST
Admission: $5, free for members
The Historic New Orleans Collection offers Carnival-themed tours of its Louisiana History Galleries. Free self-guided tours are available Tuesdays-Saturdays 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and Sundays 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
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Christy Hemenway: Advanced Top Bar Beekeeping: Next Steps For the Thinking Beekeeper
Sunday, January 8th
2-3:30PM
Advanced Top Bar Beekeeping picks up whereThe Thinking Beekeeper left off, providing a wealth of information for backyard beekeepers ready to take the next step with this economical, bee-friendly approach. Author Christy Hemenway shares:
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An in-depth analysis of the dangers climate change and conventional agriculture present to pollinators
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An inspiring vision of restoring bee populations through organic farming and natural, chemical-free beekeeping.
While continuing to emphasize the intimate connection between our food system, bees, and the wellbeing of the planet,Advanced Top Bar Beekeeping breaks new ground in the quest to shift the dominant agricultural paradigm away from chemical-laden, industrial monoculture and towards healthy, diverse local farming. See what all the buzz is about with this must-read guide for the new breed of thinking beekeeper.
Christy Hemmenway signs her book, Advanced Top Bar Beekeeping: Next Steps For the Thinking Beekeeper.
If you are unable to attend, you must call the book shop to order signed books.
Garden District Book Shop
New Orleans, LA 70130
Tel: 504.895.2266
Fax: 504.895.0111
Hours of Operation:
10AM-6PM Monday - Saturday
10AM-5PM Sunday
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Join us on Sunday, January 8th 3-5pm for signature cocktails served up by Where Yat's "Bartender of the Year," Drew Rodriguez! Meet some of the cast of Grand Hotel!! We will have a raffle and will be giving away some free tickets for our show at The Carver Theatre on January 13th. It's gonna be a blast!
We are proudly sponsored by Trashy Diva, Dat Dog and Urban South Brewery!!!
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TRINITY ARTIST SERIES January schedule:
Sunday, January 1, NO Concert
Sunday, January 8, @ 5 pm: Louisiana Music Hall of Fame Legend David Batiste Sr. and Sons, and Friends
with guest vocalist Jared Mullins in a special program celebrating the New Year.
Tuesday, January 10 @ 6 pm: Organ and Labyrinth. Albinas plays the 5000-pipe tracker organ with ambient lighting
and occasional guest musicians. From Bach to the Beatles and beyond! Since Katrina, a unique and magical
distinctively New Orleans musical meditation. All are welcome. See www.albinas.org for more details
Sunday, January 15 @ 5 pm: Valerie Francis, soprano and Wilfred Delphin, piano,
Italian Art Songs and Operatic Arias by Puccini, Verdi, Rossini and others.
Tuesday, January 17 @ 6 pm: Organ and Labyrinth. Albinas plays the 5000-pipe tracker organ with ambient lighting
and occasional guest musicians. From Bach to the Beatles and beyond! Since Katrina, a unique and magical
distinctively New Orleans musical meditation. All are welcome. See www.albinas.org for more details
Sunday, January 22 @ 5 pm: Nation-wide head liner Spencer Bohren, guitarist/singer specializes in steel slide guitar. A program of blues classic
Tuesday, January 24 @ 6 pm: Organ and Labyrinth. Albinas plays the 5000-pipe tracker organ with ambient lighting
and occasional guest musicians. From Bach to the Beatles and beyond! Since Katrina, a unique and magical
distinctively New Orleans musical meditation. All are welcome. See www.albinas.org for more details
Sunday, January 29 @ 5 pm: Larnisha Charles Davis, mezzo-soprano and Ivan Koska, piano
Music by Handel, Scarlatti, Schumann, Gershwin and spirituals
Tuesday, January 31 @ 6 pm: Organ and Labyrinth. Albinas plays the 5000-pipe tracker organ with ambient lighting
and occasional guest musicians. From Bach to the Beatles and beyond! Since Katrina, a unique and magical
distinctively New Orleans musical meditation. All are welcome. See www.albinas.org for more details
Trinity Episcopal Church
1329 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans
Contact:
Trinity Artist Series, 1329 Jackson Ave. New Orleans
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Hello Music Fans--
The Silky Satin Lounge, in conjunction with the University
of Bayou St John, is pleased to announce a short 2017
winter six-part House Concert Series, on Sundays at 7 PM
beginning this week January 8th featuring B Scott and Lisa Kelly
This Sunday will break the mold a little by featuring Tom duetting
or trio-etting with a husband-wife team from Jacksonville, Fla.
Trumpeter JB Scott was a fellow bandmate of mine on the Dukes
of Dixieland for two years from 1990-92, a tenure highlighted by
an appearance at Carnegie Hall with the New York Pops. He is
a polyglot horn man who can play from the earliest styles to
Freddie Hubbard and beyond. And he is a lot of fun to play with.
He has taught jazz at the University of North Florida for almost 20 years.
His wife, Lisa Kelly, is a similarly well-versed singer, a sometime
UNF instructor and one of those singers who lives and breathes
the music. She scats about as well as anyone I've worked with
the chemistry with JB is palpable. I hope you can make it!
625 Hagan, NOLA 70119, one block downtown from the Parkway
Bakery. $10 suggested donation. BYOB; and food is always welcomed.
Please no posting of this event on social media!!
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NEW ORLEANS - the City of New Orleans issued a traffic advisory for Central City. Beginning today, Jackson Avenue between St. Charles and S. Claiborne Avenues will temporarily close one travel lane for approximately two weeks. The City's Department of Public Works contractor, Hard Rock Construction, LLC, will begin placing new asphalt as part of the Jackson Avenue Infrastructure Improvements Project.
- Jan. 8, 2017, and lasting until Monday, Jan. 9, river-bound traffic on Jackson Avenue will be detoured to Carondelet Street (See attached map for full detour).
- Beginning, Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017 and lasting until Monday, Jan. 16, lake-bound traffic on Jackson Avenue will be detoured to St. Charles Avenue (See attached map for full detour).
The scope of work includes removing and replacing the top three inches of asphalt pavement. The Community Development Block Grant is funding this project.
In general, construction crews will be working from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Work on the weekends is not anticipated; however, inclement weather may alter the project schedule. Residents are reminded to use caution when driving, bicycling and walking near construction sites.
For more information about this project, or to sign up for regular e-mail status updates, contact Kristen Kendrick at krkendrick@nola.gov or 504-658-8483.
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Joy to the World's #1 Musical!
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Great seats available all month long
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LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CIRCLE OF LIFE
Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, this landmark event brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning visuals. Featuring some of Broadway's most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice. There is simply nothing else like it.
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JANUARY 8 - NATIONAL WINTER SKIN RELIEF DAY - NATIONAL ENGLISH TOFFEE DAY - NATIONAL BUBBLE BATH DAY - NATIONAL ARGYLE DAY - NATIONAL SUNDAY SUPPER DAY - NATIONAL JOYGERM DAY
National Winter Skin Relief Day - January 8
NATIONAL WINTER SKIN RELIEF DAY
As winter kicks into high gear, National Winter Skin Relief Day on January 8 reminds us of all the ways we can keep our skin from withering under the harshest of elements.
The dropping temperatures outside and rising thermostats inside sap the amount of moisture in the air. Our skin is first to notice.
Joshua Zeichner MD, Director of Cosmetic & Clinical Research at The Mount Sinai Hospital, makes a few recommendations to help us keep our skin hydrated through the winter. When the chill sets in, avoid the temptation to take those long, hot showers. The heat strips skin of its natural oils (called ceramides) and causes inflammation. Causing the skin cells to swell, when they dry they become loose like poorly grouted tiles and crack.
Instead, take shorter, lukewarm showers and use gentle cleansers. Harsh soaps with surfactants and claims of pH balance can be harsh on the skin. And don't scrub! Be tender and let the water and lather do the work.
National English Toffee Day - January 8
NATIONAL ENGLISH TOFFEE DAY
Recognized by the National Confectioners Associations and celebrated by millions across the country, January 8th of each year is National English Toffee Day. A popular variant of the original toffee, in the United States "English toffee" is a buttery confection topped with almonds. It's made by caramelizing sugar with butter and can be both hardened or chewy. The Heath bar is a type of candy bar that is made with an English toffee core.
HOW TO OBSERVE
Try one of the following English Toffee recipes:
Use #EnglishToffeDay to post on social media.
National Bubble Bath Day - January 8
NATIONAL BUBBLE BATH DAY
On a cold winters day, relaxing in a nice warm/hot bubble bath sounds like the perfect way to commemorate National Bubble Bath Day, which is celebrated annually on January 8th.
The bubbles on top of the water (also known as foam bath or foaming bath) insulate the bath water, keeping it warmer for a longer period of time.
- Children find bubble baths fun and enjoy playing with the bubbles which entice them to take their baths.
- Some bubble bath, bath foam or foaming bath serves a dual purpose and can also be used as to wash skin or hair.
- Bath foam preparations may be in the form of a liquid, gel, or as solids in the form of powders, grains, or tablets.
According to the AC Nielsen Data, Mr. Bubble is the #1 brand of bath products in the United States and in 2011 it celebrated its 50th birthday. Mr. Bubble is a brand of bath product made by The Village Company.
National Argyle Day - January 8
NATIONAL ARGYLE DAY
Derived from the tartan of Clan Campbell, of Argyll in western Scotland, the pattern used for kilts and plaids and from the patterned socks (known as a tartan hose) worn by Scottish Highlanders since at least the 17th century, is recognized and honored each year on January 8th on National Argyle Day.
Occasionally you may find argyle spelled argyll.
Most commonly referred to the overall pattern made of diamonds or lozenges, the word argyle sometimes indicates a single diamond in the design. Layers of overlapping motifs are found in most argyle layouts adding a sense of three-dimensionality, movement and texture. Typically in the pattern, there is an overlay of intercrossing diagonal lines on solid diamonds. The design's popularity was helped by its identification with the Duke of Windsor, Pringle of Scotland (a luxury knitwear manufacturer and importer). The Duke, like many others, used the argyle design pattern for golf clothing on both jerseys and long socks that were needed for the plus-fours trouser fashion of the day.
National Sunday Supper Day - Second Sunday in January
NATIONAL SUNDAY SUPPER DAY
National Sunday Supper Day is observed annually on the second Sunday in January.
Sunday Supper starts off as one day a week and soon becomes a way of life. - Sunday Supper Movement
These days families are busy with after school activities, jobs and homework. Sunday supper has been a disappearing tradition around the country and the Sunday Supper Movement aims to bring families back together in the kitchen and around the dinner table one Sunday at a time. National Sunday Supper Day is another step toward this goal.
HOW TO OBSERVE
Spend the day with family preparing and sharing Sunday Supper. For more information visit wwww.sundaysuppermovement.com. Use #SundaySupper on social media.
HISTORY
Isabel Laessig is the founder of the Sunday Supper Movement and the Food and Wine Conference. A mother of four, she was inspired to start her blog, Family Foodie, when her oldest left for college and the things she would miss most about home would be the times spent in the kitchen and around the table with family.
In 2012 Laessig and eight other bloggers and their families celebrated the first virtual Sunday Supper with a progressive dinner. According to Laessig, she and these eight bloggers are "passionate about bringing families together to cook and eat together."
National Joygerm Day - January 8
NATIONAL JOYGERM DAY
January 8th annually recognizes National JoyGerm Day. National JoyGerm Day was created as a day to remind people across the country that by being positive and treating people with kindness, they can influence those around them and pass that positive attitude on to others. When we share good moods, we impact the lives of people around us and those people become infected with that same positive joy and spread it to others.
Laugh, smile, be kind, inspire and spread the one type of germ that is good for everyone to catch!
HOW TO OBSERVE
Throughout the day, see how often you can spread the JoyGerm! Use #NationalJoygermDay to post on social media.
https://www.facebook.com/NationalDayCalendar
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1204 Decatur Street
New Orleans LA, 70116
Phone:
504.525.0200
Open: Wed - Sun
Dinner Served: 7p -11p
Palm Court Jazz Cafe'
1204 Decatur St
504-525-0200
Dining & Live Traditional Jazz
7p-11p
Sunday night Swingsters
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Lars Edegran & Topsy Chapman w/Palm Court Jazz Band
Clive Wilson and Crescent City Joymakers
Closed private party
Brian O'Connell & Palm Court Jazz Band
Sunday Night Swingsters
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Lars Edegran & Topsy Chapman w/Palm Court Jazz Band
Leroy Jones & Katja Toivola w/Crescent City Joymakers
Closed Private Party
Brian O'Connell & Palm Court Jazz Band w/Lester Caliste
CLOSED Private Party
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Lars Edegran & Topsy Chapman w/Palm Court Jazz Band
Leroy jones and Katja Toivola w/Crescent City Joymakers
Kevin Louis & Palm Court Jazz Band
Brian O'Connell w/Palm Court Jazz Band
Sunday Night Swingsters
New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park Ranger Walk. RANGER WALK WILL START AT THE OLD U.S. MINT!
January 10 @ 11:00 am -
12:00 pm
Due to New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park renovations ALL tours 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...
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Monday-Friday:
10am - 7pm
Saturday-Sunday: 8am - 5pm
8301 Olive Street
New Orleans, LA 70118
Cash, Credit, Debit, EBT, or Check
Have a question? Call us! (504) 483-7037
Remember: everything sold in our market is grown, raised, and produced locally!
What's in the Box?
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Hours
Monday-Friday: 10am - 6pm
Saturday-Sunday: 9am - 5pm
8301 Olive Street
New Orleans, LA 70118
Cash, Credit, Debit, EBT, or Check
Have a question? Call us! (504) 483-7037
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Mani Monday!!!
Come pamper yourself!
Manicure Package
Manicure featuring polish of your choice but we highly recommend Native Polish and a drink from the bar.
$20
Native Polish is a local company owned by two New Orleans Ladies!
They have been making strides with their unique colors like
"Gulf Oyster, The Fly & Neutral Ground."
You can also purchase these polishes at Pearl for $10.99
5-8pm
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Great wines for $5 by the glass! White, Rose' and Red.
All day and night!
INTRODUCING $6 CATHEAD COCKTAILS EVERY WEDNESDAY!
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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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New Orleans Bride Magazine to host annual January Bridal Show, presented by Dorignac's
New Orleans, La. - Presented by Dorignac's Food Center, New Orleans Bride Magazine's January Bridal Show will be held in the Hyatt Regency New Orleans (601 Loyola Drive) Elite Ballroom on Wednesday, January 11 from 6 until 8:30 p.m. The premier Bridal Show features over 145 wedding experts, bridal fashion shows, complimentary samplings, door prizes and more. All registered brides are also eligible to win a honeymoon trip to Jamaica, courtesy of Town & Country Travel. Tickets to the bridal showcase are $20 in advance, $25 at the door and are available at
Brides have the opportunity to plan every aspect of their big day from flowers, photography and catering to venues, bridal attire, transportation and entertainment. Event sponsors include Hyatt Regency New Orleans, Touch Artisan Vodka, Revolution Realty, Town & Country Travel, Blanc de Bleu Sparkling Wine and Magic 101.9.
For more information, contact Cheryl Lemoine at 504-830-7232.
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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
When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Cost: Free for Louisiana resdients
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The Engine Room is pleased to present "Glass Houses" a selection of works by Carlton Scott Sturgill. "Glass Houses" will be the inaugural exhibit at this new, non-profit project space located in the St. Claude Arts District, as well as the artist's first exhibition in New Orleans. Sturgill's work explores the divide between the public face we present to society and our private behavior in our most intimate moments. The work grapples with voyeurism and exhibitionism, people looking at themselves, and people looking at others in a society obsessed with selfies.
"Inspired by the bedroom communities of the Midwest, my work examines the conflict between our need to push our individual sexual boundaries and our longing to appear as ambassadors of a white-picket-fence America," Sturgill said. "Using materials sourced from the suburban landscape, such as paint chip samples from Home Depot and clothing from the all-American company Ralph Lauren, along with imagery and text appropriated from the Casual Encounters section of Craigslist, I explore the dichotomy between public persona and private behavior. My paintings, sculptures and mosaics use the vernacular of the American heartland to scratch the surface of suburban pretense, exploring the compulsion to both veil ourselves behind the facade of the American Dream and our desire to expose our most intimate moments through the wormhole of electronic media."
The opening reception on Thursday, January 12 at 6 p.m. promises to enhance the voyeuristic experience of the exhibition as the greenhouse becomes a stage for burlesque performances by Sarah Duprix. Libations will be served by Old New Orleans Rum.
"Glass Houses" runs through February 11th with additional performances scheduled for Saturday, January 21st during Open Studios at 2839 North Robertson.
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Christmas tree recycling
New Orleans: Residents are asked to put their trees at the curb - not on the neutral ground - before 5 a.m. on their regularly scheduled second collection day from Jan. 12-14 in areas served by Richard's Disposal and Metro Services, which cover most of the city. Properties in the French Quarter and the Downtown Development District, which are served by Empire Services, should place their trees curbside before 4 a.m. on Jan. 12.
The project is funded by the city's Office of Resilience and Sustainability. In 2016, more than 6,000 Christmas trees were collected and airlifted by the Louisiana National Guard into Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge as part of a program to create new marsh habitat.
Residents seeking more information should call NOLA 311.
Jefferson Parish: Residents are asked to put their trees out at night on Jan. 11. Progressive Waste Solutions will make one pass through each neighborhood in the parish - including municipalities - to collect trees from Jan. 12-14.
The tree pickups will be mixed in with Progressive Waste Solutions' normally scheduled trash collection, but the company will be using dedicated trucks for the trees.
Some of the trees will be added to already constructed shoreline fences in Goose Bayou near Lafitte to help protect and restore Jefferson's coastal wetlands. Other trees will be chipped and used for composting.
The state's Office of Coastal Management originally funded the project but stopped in 2011. Parish officials said a $25,000 donation from Dyno Nobel, a Westwego-based mining and explosives company, in 2013 continues to fund the project.
Jefferson Parish is looking for volunteers, particularly those with shallow-draft boats, to move trees from a Lafitte staging area to the pre-constructed shoreline fences in Goose Bayou.
Anyone interested should contact the Jefferson Parish Department of Environmental Affairs at (504) 731-4612.
Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age and must wear layered clothing including long pants, a long-sleeved shirt and closed-toe, sturdy shoes. Hats and sunscreen are recommended. Gloves, safety glasses, life vests, lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Volunteers will meet at 8 a.m. Jan. 14 at Cochiara's Marina, 4477 Jean Lafitte Blvd. in Lafitte, to move trees to the shoreline fences in Goose Bayou, near the town of Jean Lafitte. If bad weather conditions on Jan. 14 cause a cancellation, the event will be rescheduled for Jan. 21.
St. Tammany Parish: The parish uses drop-off sites for its tree recycling, which takes place from Jan. 3-29.
Residents of the western side of the parish can drop off their trees at the St. Tammany Parish Fairgrounds in Covington using the entrance by Lyon Elementary School. On the eastern side of the parish, the designated drop-off location is the old Levee Board building at 61134 Military Road, Slidell.
Trees may be dropped off between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.
St. Charles Parish: The Public Works Department will pick up Christmas trees at curbside around the parish on Jan. 6 and Jan. 13.
Drop-off sites will also be available at the East Bank Bridge Park in Destrehan and the West Bank Bridge Park in Luling until Jan. 20.
The trees will be used for coastal restoration in the Bayou Gauche area.
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Frank Stansbury will be a guest on the
Tim McNally S
how
3pm Every Friday
Talking about the Weekend's Events
Twelfth Night Events
Host, The Dine, Wine and Spirits Show
Every weekday, 3-5 p.m.
WGSO 990AM
Wine and Spirits Editor
and monthly Feature Writer
New Orleans Magazine
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Please join us to kick off 2017 and the Carnival Season in style!
This 5000+ square foot home has been lavishly upgraded to create a magnificent single-family home for the Means family and their three children. No detail was spared, and the decorations are sure to be spectacular!
510 Esplanade Ave. at the home of Billy and Denisa Means
Admission is $5 for VCPORA members, $10 for non-members,
and FREE to those who join that night!
Contact Jenna Burke
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Louisiana Music Factory
Free Concert Series Schedule
January 2017
Saturday, January 14th
2:00pm - Doombalaya
3:00pm - Rudy & the Caribbean Funk Band
4:00pm - James Martin
Saturday, January 21st
New Orleans Cigar Box Guitar Festival Presents:
1:00pm - New Orleans Swinging Gypsies
2:00pm - April Mae & the June Bugs
Saturday, January 28th
2:00pm - The Gravy
3:00pm - Mia Borders
4:00pm - Margie Perez
421 Frenchmen St, New Orleans, LA 70116
(504) 586-1094
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1-24-17
WYES SEASON OF GOOD TASTES
With limited seating...reservations fill fast! Be sure to head to
wyes.org
on Monday, November 14 to be the first to purchase your seat online. All proceeds benefit WYES, your local PBS member station.
Click here for all participating restaurants, menus and refund policy.
New this year...reservations online only!
http://wyes.events.table8.com/
WYES KICKS OFF THE 25TH YEAR OF SEASON OF GOOD TASTES
Local Restaurants Donate Dinner to Support Local PBS Member Station WYES
New Orleans, LA - This season marks the the 25th year that WYES has spotlighted some of the finest local restaurants during our annual WYES SEASON OF GOOD TASTES. Guests can look forward to a delicious five or six-course meal planned by the chef with delectable wines, spirits and/or cocktails paired with each course. This season, from December through March, guests can choose from six restaurants with menus highlighting everything from Slow Roasted Peking Duck, to Chargrilled Gulf Oysters to Soupe à la Bière with leeks, potato and house-made bacon. Be sure to grab your seat at these highly coveted dinners by making your reservations online only beginning Monday, November 14 at
wyes.org
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Tuesday, January 24, 6:30 p.m.
Dickie Brennan's Black Duck at Palace Café
Master Chef Rène Bajeux
605 Canal Street, New Orleans
$95
Tuesday, February 7, 6:30 p.m.
Broussard's
Chef Neal Swindler
819 Conti Street, New Orleans
$95
Tuesday, March 14, 6:30 p.m.
Trinity
Chef Michael Isolani
1117 Decatur Street, New Orleans
$65
Monday, March 27, 6:30 p.m.
Compère Lapin
Chef Nina Compton
The Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery
535 Tchoupitoulas Street, New Orleans
$95
RESERVATION POLICY: New this year, WYES will be taking ONLY online reservations at
wyes.org
through Table8, an online reservation service. Your credit card will be charged at the time your reservation(s) is made. Event reservations are transferable to another guest. If you would like your reservation(s) transferred to another name, email
reservations@table8.com
. 100% refund will be issued for cancellations made one week prior to the dinner. There will be a late cancellation fee of $25 per reservation for any cancellations made after the one-week deadline. Cancellations within two days of the dinner, please consider your payment a donation to WYES.
1-29-17
- What is King Cake Festival?
King Cake Festival is an annual event where bakeries and New Orleans vendors come together to participate in a slice of history to help raise money for babies and children at Ochsner.
- When and where is it held?
It is held in Champion Square on Sunday January 29, 2017.
- Does it cost to get in?
King Cake Festival is a free event and open to the public.
- What can I bring into the festival?
Please support our cause and leave all outside food and beverages at the door. Also, no pets allowed.
- Will there be ATMs if I run low on cash?
There are several ATMs in Champion Square if you happen to be running low on cash.
MUSIC LINEUP
- Remedy
- Roddie Romero & the Hub City All-Stars
- Flow Tribe
http://kingcakefestival.org/bakeries-vendors/
2-11-16
2017 Mardi Gras Parade Schedule
Orleans
Friday,
Feb. 17
Uptown
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Join us for our inaugural KREWE OF STARS ball for all.
Be a part of History in the making as this unique troupe of artists and art lovers come together to celebrate the STAR in ALL OF US.
The all inclusive Krewe of Stars sets out to spotlight and honor the many talents that make our unique City of New Orleans one of the most intersting places to visit on the planet.
What better way to celebreate the arts, than in our most notible party style, MARDI GRAS.
We will offer a buffet style cocktail event ( catered by Messina's Catering ) prior to the "Show Ball" beginning, held in the Beautiful atrium of the Jefferson Performing Arts Center. At curtain time Guests will notified to take their seats for the bal masque, which will be immediately followed up by a red carpet after party with music and cash bar fit for a star.
We have chosen two of New Orleans celebrity greats to reign as our first royal couple. As well as a New Orleans treasure to reign as our Grand Duchess in perpetuity.
KING of STARS, Dennis G. Assaf
Executive / Artistic director of JPAS
http://www.jpas.org/member/dennis-g-assaf/
QUEEN of STARS, Angela Hill
New Orleans Celebrity Personality / Journalist
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Angela_Hill
GRAND DUCHESS, Becky Allen
New Orleans Actress / Comedian
http://www.stageclick.com/person/181.aspx
KREWE OF STARS CAPTAIN, Carl Mack
Musician / Mardi Gras Cultural Museum Director
KREWE OF STARS LIEUTENANT, Marshall Harris
New Orleans Entertainer / Empresario
FOR BALL TICKETS / MEMBERSHIPS click the link below
www.KreweOfStars.com
2-17-17
NBA All-Star oncourt festivities tip off Friday, Feb. 17, with the BBVA Compass Rising Stars Challenge, where the league's top rookies and second-year players will compete in a U.S. versus World game format for the third consecutive year. On Saturday, Feb. 18, State Farm All-Star Saturday Night will feature current NBA players showcasing their unique abilities in exciting basketball competitions, including the Taco Bell Skills Challenge, where participants compete head-to-head in a series of passing, shooting and agility drills; the Foot Locker Three-Point Contest; and Verizon Slam Dunk. The weekend concludes on Sunday, Feb. 19, with the NBA All-Star Game.
4-24-17
Official PGA TOUR Event
TPC Louisiana
April 24 - 30, 2017
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