Darlings,
If there is ever a week that I feel exhausted, I must confess it was this past week.
My social whirl started on Tuesday when I attended the lovely gathering of the French Quarter Business Association at Broussard's beautiful courtyard. That was the opening of one of my favorite Broadway plays, “Chicago” at the Saenger. I loved it and got to meet the fabulous stars.
On Wednesday, with a beautiful full moon shining upon New Orleans, I attended several fun parties. The first one was a lovely party at the Latrobe House on Royal Street in honor of my darling friend John Young who is a candidate for Lieutenant Governor. Also present was my old-time customer, Judge Paul Sens, who is running for judge again.
The members of the Host Committee were Samara Poche and Eddie Selby; Leslie Perrin and Chuck Ransdell; Michael Wilkinson and Robin Wilkinson.
My next soiree was at the lovely Columns Hotel. It was in honor of the visit of Russian ballerina Valentina Kozlova. Ms. Kozlova was visiting New Orleans in preparation for the historic First New Orleans Semi-Final of the Valentina Kozlova International Ballet Competition which will take place in New Orleans at the end of February and the first day of March in Loyola's Roussel Hall.
The competition is already five years old and my darling friend, Olga Smoak, has been a juror from the beginning. It is a very serious competition and in the past the finals have attracted competitors from about 35 countries. Born August 26, 1957, Valentina is a Soviet-born Russian- American ballerina and founder of Valentina Kozlova International Ballet Competition. In 1979, while on tour as a young principal dancer with the Bolshoi Ballet, Kozlova defected to the United States where she became a principal dancer with New York City Ballet and later, opened her own ballet school.
My last fun event was Cafe Istanbul in the Marigny which was the setting for the opening of Que Pasa Fest. It featured the presentation of the official poster by Colombian artist Mario Padilla and art exhibits by Padilla and other New Orleans Latino artists Jackie Cerise of Puerto Rico, Ana Hernandez of Mexico, Piky Mendizabal of Cuba, Javier Rodriguez of Honduras and Belinda Shinshillas of Mexico were featured.
Mexican dancer Javier Juarez, owner and artistic Director of Javier's Dance Studio in Slidell, received the Guillermo De Bango Excellence in the Arts award.
Darlings, dressed as Carmen - a la Margarita, I attended the kickoff of the 2014-2015 opera season at the Mahalia Jackson Center for the Performing Arts. The glittering festivities commenced with cocktails around the Norman Treigle Fountain followed by the Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group serving an exquisite themed dinner on the second mezzanine of the Mahalia Jackson Theater.
The dinner was delicious and the glittering festivities were dedicated to three Grande Dames whose immeasurable contributions to opera in New Orleans were fully deserving of the special recognition planned. The New Orleans Opera Association honored the memories ofBetty Noe and Lois Hawkins and the vibrancy of Betty Brooks Doss and acknowledged their generosity and their consummate impact on the region's opera community. The opera was fabulous and I was so happy to see my darling friend, baritone Ivan Griffin, who was cast as dashing Zuniga.
On Saturday, October 11 and Sunday, October 12, the Hispanic American Musicians and Artists Cultural Association (H.A.M.A.C.A.) proudly presented their 15th annual weekend-long FREE festival, Carnaval Latino and this year it was held almost outside Casell-Bergen Gallery at the French Market.
On Saturday it was time to participate as the first local Queen of Carnaval Latino in the fun-filled Desfile de las America. It was really lovely.
That evening I was invited to attend the annual Halloween Bash hosted by Brett Bauman and Cheryl Mintz at their spectacular spooky decorated home. The theme was Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil.
I ended my week at the festivities of the Carnaval Latino at the French Market. (I hope you will enjoy the links and photos and links at the end of the blog}
Darlings, during the next couple of months, my social life will be very hectic and this week is going to be one of those.
This year’s National Night Out is scheduled for Tuesday, October 14. The official kick-off party will be at Federal City in Algiers starting at 5:30 p.m.
It's very important that the community come together and people get to know one another and know their neighbors -- and know the people in the community so that there can be a healthy exchange of information between them and between the community and the police so that we can get information to help solve crimes and maybe even prevent crimes,” said New Orleans Police Department Interim Chief Michael Harrison.
Read more: http://www.wdsu.com/news/kenner-hosts-night-out-against-crime-kickoff-event/29083300#ixzz3G7SpBGnF There are going to be neighborhood parties everywhere :contact your local Law Enforcement agency or Sheriff's Office to participate in your neighborhood event.
List by Parishes:
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office - http://www.jpso.com/NNO.aspx
New Orleans Police Department - time and dates of NNO events or to register click here - See more at: http://www.crimestoppersgno.org/night-out-against-crime#sthash.PqHItBzN.dpuf
Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office - http://www.jpso.com/NNO.aspx
New Orleans Police Department - time and dates of NNO events or to register click here - See more at: http://www.crimestoppersgno.org/night-out-against-crime#sthash.PqHItBzN.dpuf
National Night Out is designed to:
- Strengthen neighborhood support- Increase crime prevention awareness-Stimulate anti-crime efforts.
Criminals do not like to venture into neighborhoods where many eyes are on watch, looking for anything or anyone out of the ordinary.
On Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 6 p.m., The Historic New Orleans Collection's 2014 Francisco Bouligny Lecture will highlight the Spanish-inspired works of New Orleans-born composer Louis Moreau Gottschalk (1829-1869) with performances by pianist Peter Collins and soprano Amy Pfrimmer.
Gottschalk traveled the world performing his piano compositions during the 19th century. He initially found international success in France and Switzerland, but his career reached new heights during a brief period in Spain from 1851 to 1852. His piano compositions, such as "Souvenirs d'Andalousie" and "Manchega," became popular in later tours throughout the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America.
This presentation will provide a musical link between Gottschalk's Spanish-inspired works and his pieces that are reminiscent of New Orleans, including the beloved "Bamboula," which he dedicated to Queen Isabella II of Spain. The performance will take place at THNOC's Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres St., and is free and open to the public. Seating is limited; for reservations call (504) 523-4662 or email wrc@hnoc.org.
This year's program is presented in conjunction with the exhibition "Creole World: Photographs of New Orleans and the Latin Caribbean;" the exhibition on view at 400 Chartres Street will be open until 5:45 p.m. the night of the program.
The next Dinner with Degas, a recreation of the Creole hospitality of Edgar Degas when he lived in this home with his New Orleans family, the Mussons, has been scheduled for Tuesday, October 14, beginning at 6:30 p.m.
The featured chef will be Chef Jacob Cureton, a favorite at our Dinners. Chef Cureton has planned his menu as his interpretation of recipes from Lafcadio Hearn's Creole Cookbook (published in 1885).
Tonight is the Joint Chamber Networking Night in which the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, the French American American Chamber of Commerce, The Chamber of Commerce, the Jefferson Chamber and others are holding a Networking Night from 5:30 to 7 :30 p.m. hosted by Rock n' Bowl.
I just this nice news: International House of Blues Foundation has awarded a $4,500 grant and new instruments in support of McDonogh 35 Senior High School's music program as part of the 2014 Action for the Arts Grants. The school will receive new instruments on Tuesday, Oct. 14 at 4:15 p.m.
Key to the Cure 2014 is a four-day charity shopping weekend – Thursday, October 16, through Sunday, October 19 – during which 2% of sales at Saks Fifth Avenue New Orleans will be donated to the cancer research programs of the Louisiana Cancer Research Consortium.
Over the past 13 years, Saks Stores nationwide have raised over $34 million for cancer charities through Key to the Cure. The New Orleans event has generated $1,550,000 locally, every penny of which went into cancer research here at home.
Kickoff Gala
Several House of Blues New Orleans team members, Foundation donors and Foundation Staff will deliver the award to students.
The Foundation's 2014 Action for the Arts Grants Program awarded $220,000 to 63 schools and organizations reaching under-served youth in communities nationwide. Additional schools and organizations in the New Orleans area receiving Action for the Arts grants include: L.B. Landry-O.P. Walker College and Career Preparatory High School, McDonogh #32 Literacy Charter School, Better Than Ezra Foundation, New Orleans Jazz Orchestra, and New Orleans Recreation Development Foundation.
This week is the opening of the NO Film Festival -October 16 -23 :http://www.neworleansfilmfestival.org/
Darlings, normally the Royal Sonesta Round Table Luncheon is held on Wednesday but due to lack of space at the hotel, the October Round Table will be held this Thursday, October 16 and it is going to be very special since it will be Louisiana on Tap with wonderful speakers and great entertainment by the Jefferson Performing Arts Society. (See complete details in the calendar below.
I am also looking forward to attending on Friday, October 17, the free Pink Gala at the Windsor Court IN HONOR OF NATIONAL BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH. Maria Muro, publisher of New Orleans Living Magazine asked me to invite my friends to share an evening dedicated to honoring the outstanding achievements of the survivors and crusaders.
By Invitation Only. Festive Attire with a Touch of Pink. Come and enjoy fabulous food, libations and live entertainment. 7:00 p.m. Cocktails and at 7:30 p.m. Gala. Hope to see you there.
On Saturday, October 18, I am looking forward to attending The Ogden Museum -O What a Night. This year’s gala co-chairs, Karen Solomon and Katy Weil, are designing an evening filled with the very best in Southern art, cuisine and music. The evening will pay homage to the 2014 Opus Award recipient, New Orleans philanthropist and Ogden Museum Trustee, William A. Goldring,whose contributions to the cultural landscape of the South have created an enduring legacy.
Darlings, I hope you will enjoy your week.
Tuesday, October 14
Tuesday, October 14
Francisco Bouligny Lecture: "Louis Moreau Gottschalk and the Spanish World"
The Historic New Orleans Collection hosts performance of Spanish-inspired work by New Orleans-born, 19th-century composer Louis Moreau Gottschalk.Presentation is part of annual series examining Louisiana's Spanish influences
The Historic New Orleans Collection's 2014 Francisco Bouligny Lecture will highlight the Spanish-inspired works of New Orleans-born composer Louis Moreau Gottschalk (1829-1869) with performances by pianist Peter Collins and soprano Amy Pfrimmer.:.The performance will take place at 6 p.m. atTHNOC's Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres St., and is free and open to the public. Seating is limited; for reservations call (504) 523-4662 or email wrc@hnoc.org.
Prior to the concert, THNOC will offer extended viewing hours for the exhibition "Creole World: Photographs of New Orleans and the Latin Caribbean" by Richard Sexton. Located at 400 Chartres Street, the galleries will be open 9:30 a.m.-5:45 p.m.
Free and open to the public. Seating is limited; for reservations, call (504) 523-4662 or email wrc@hnoc.org. Reservations will be held until 5:50 p.m., at which time any unclaimed seats will be released to the public.
Gottschalk traveled the world performing his piano compositions during the 19th century. He initially found international success in France and Switzerland, but his career reached new heights during a brief period in Spain from 1851 to 1852. His piano compositions, such as "Souvenirs d'Andalousie" and "Manchega," became popular in later tours throughout the United States, the Caribbean and Latin America.
This presentation will provide a musical link between Gottschalk's Spanish-inspired works and his pieces that are reminiscent of New Orleans, including the beloved "Bamboula," which he dedicated to Queen Isabella II of Spain.
This year's program is presented in conjunction with the exhibition "Creole World: Photographs of New Orleans and the Latin Caribbean;" the exhibition on view at 400 Chartres Street will be open until 5:45 p.m. the night of the program.
Tuesday,October 14
HOUSE OF BROEL'S HISTORIC MANSION AND MUSEUMS
Is inviting neighbors including The Garden District Assn., St. Charles Ave. Assn., Save our Oaks, and members of the Sixth District Police Department To participate in New Orleans Night Out Against Crime
October 14, 2014 5:00 - 8:00 at 2220 St. Charles Ave.
Please consider making a donation to the Police and Justice Foundation upon arrival. For more information please call: Bonnie Broel, 504-494-2220 or 504-522-2220
October 15, 2014
2:00-6:00 P.M Farmers Market vendors sell in the Farmers Market stalls between Gov Nicholls and Ursulines
2:30 P.M. Chef demonstration by Chef Ben Thibodeaux, Executive Chef, Tableauat Farmers Market stage-
3:15-5:45 p.m. Live Music: "The Little Things" local folk duet
Key to the Cure 2014 is a four-day charity shopping weekend – Thursday, October 16, through Sunday, October 19 – during which 2% of sales at Saks Fifth Avenue New Orleans will be donated to the cancer research programs of the Louisiana Cancer Research Consortium.
Over the past 13 years, Saks Stores nationwide have raised over $34 million for cancer charities through Key to the Cure. The New Orleans event has generated $1,550,000 locally, every penny of which went into cancer research here at home.
KICKOFF GALA
Thursday, October 16
Royal Sonesta's Round Table Luncheon
It’s Louisiana on Tap
The Royal Sonesta is brewing up a good time for October’s Round Table Luncheon! The event will celebrate the burgeoning craft beer industry in Louisiana as we imbibe and indulge in some of the best beers that the region has to offer. In honor of Oktoberfest, we’re opening the taps and letting the good times flow as we get the scoop on the area’s brewery scene.
We’ll hear from beer expert and writer Nora McGunnigle who will share her extensive knowledge about Louisiana’s craft beer scene. McGunnigle specializes in New Orleans, Louisiana, and the Gulf Coast region. McGunnigle’s work has appeared in an impressive array of local, regional, and national publications.
CEO and founder of NOLA Brewing Company, Kirk Coco, will speak about the role he’s had in bringing craft brewing back to the city in post-Katrina New Orleans. Coco has been an integral part of the resurgence of local brewing and has tied both the company’s brand and its beers to the unique character and distinct resilience of the city.
Karlos Knott, President and Co-founder of Bayou Teche Brewing Company, will take us inside his experience of founding a brewery that not only crafts some of the best beers in Louisiana, but also utilizes its product to preserve and celebrate the distinct culture, language, music, and cuisine of Acadiana where he was raised.
Entertainment will be provided by the Jefferson Performing Arts Society featuring vocalists Jennifer DeLatte, Kat Abreo Mendelson, and Micah Desonier. The trio will perform selections from the upcoming Pasta and Puccini Gala and will be accompanied by Dr. Donna Clavijo on piano.
As a special musical treat, guests will enjoy a performance by Grammy artist Louis Michot. A gifted fiddler for the Cajun rock band Lost Bayou Ramblers, Michot has traveled the country and the world extensively spreading Cajun music. Michot’s performance underscores our celebration of Louisiana’s unique approach to this Oktoberfest celebration.
Executive Chef Kevin Goodwin and his expert culinary team have prepared an Oktoberfest four-course menu just for the occasion. NOLA Brewing Company and Bayou Teche Brewing have selected beer pairings to compliment each course. The meal begins with a German Style Beer Cheese Soup featuring Bayou Teche Biere Pale with Jarlsberg Cheese and Garlic Croutons. Next, guests will enjoy a salad of Hogs Head Cheese and Baby Greens with White Wine Vinegar and Sour Cream Dressing. The main course will be a lovely duet of Bay Snapper Schnitzel in a Lemon Caper Butter Sauce and Duck Confit with Currants and an Alps Blueberry Glaze, served with Crisp Buttered Spaetzle and Port Wine Pickled Red Cabbage. For a sweet finish, guests will enjoy Hopitoulas Chocolate Hops Cake with Plum Ice Cream for dessert.
It’s worth noting that the site of the Royal Sonesta New Orleans was once home to the American Brewing Company, makers of the popular Regal Beer, from 1890 until 1962. After Prohibition, the American Brewing Company was unique in its ability to recover and prosper as a local brewery. October’s Round Table is a nod to the hotel’s history and a celebration of the similar post-Katrina comeback that the craft brewing scene has enjoyed in recent years. We’ll be raising our glasses to the future of brew masters in this region!
Remember, October is also the month of Halloween! We’d be remiss if we didn’t celebrate the season in a distinctly New Orleans fashion, so help us celebrate by donning your favorite accessories to further enhance the flavor of this Round Table!
The Royal Sonesta’s Round Table Luncheon is $50 inclusive with advance reservations or $55 at the door. Parking is complimentary in the hotel’s parking garage. For reservations, please contact Noel Scallan at 504-553-2220 or email her at nscallan@sonesta.com
October, 16
Jazz in the Park presents
Corey Henry and the Treme Funktet
Erica Falls
Warren Easton High School Marching Band
Thursday, October 16 -
The People and Places of the New Orleans' Civil Rights Movement Dr. Raphael Cassimere, Jr
-The lecture will be held at 6:30 p.m. the St. James AME Church at 222 N. Roman Street. Parking is available in the lot at the corner of N. Derbigny and Iberville. Please enter the church auditorium from the N. Derbigny entrance. A reception will follow.
October 16
OPENING NIGHT GALA
Thursday, October 16 10PM - 1AM | Board of Trade, 316 Magazine Street
After the screening, let's all form a second line and dance our way to the Board of Trade, where we will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the New Orleans Film Festival. There is no better way to celebrate this milestone than with craft cocktails, crawfish beignets, live music, and birthday cake! Admission: Open to All-Access passholders only
Sponsored by Deep South Studios, Second Line Stages, and Windy Hill Pictures-
FILMMAKER WELCOME PARTY
Friday, October 17 10PM - 1AM | Hosted by Gregor Fox in his home, formerly the Anne Rice House at 1239 First Street
For complete schedule visit : http://www.neworleansfilmfestival.org/
Patron PreviewThursday, October 16, 2014 from 6pm – 8pmThe Home of Katy and Chris Weil O What A Night! GalaSaturday, October 18, 2014 from 6pm – 11pmPatrick F. Taylor Library, Ogden Museum of Southern Art and adjacent venues The Ogden Museum of Southern Art will be holding its unparalleled celebration of Southern art, culture and cuisine, the “O What a Night!” Gala on Saturday, October 18, 2014. It will be a memorable evening highlighting the important mission of the Ogden Museum. Please mark your calendar and make your reservation now! This year’s gala co-chairs, Karen Solomon and Katy Weil, are designing an evening filled with the very best in Southern art, cuisine and music. The evening will pay homage to the 2014 Opus Award recipient, New Orleans philanthropist and Ogden Museum Trustee, William A. Goldring, whose contributions to the cultural landscape of the South have created an enduring legacy. |
October 17-19 and October 24-25
Oktoberfest at 415 Williams Blvd (Rivertown), Kenner
October 17 through November 21
Special Tours: 19th Century Mourning & Interment Customs
LLS and Save Our Cemeteries have partnered to present a special tour on "19th Century Mourning and Interment Customs." The tour will showcase both the historic Pitot House museum and St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. Tour groups will meet at the Pitot House on Bayou St. John at 1:30pm and walk to the historic St. Louis Cemetery No. 3. After a visit to the cemetery highlighting burial customs and historic figures interred there, the group returns to the Pitot House to learn about the house and its history. The Pitot House will interpret 19th century mourning customs. The tour will end at approximately 3:30pm.
This combined special tour will be held every Friday from October 17 through November 21, with the exception of November 14. The cost is $30 per person. Discounts are available for LLS Members - to book your discounted admission, please call Louisiana Landmarks Society at 504-482-0312.
Louisiana Landmarks Society and Pitot House,
1440 Moss Street
Saturday, October 18
RECEPTION TO MEET ARTIST ALI GOLKAR
Martin Lawrence Gallery,
433 Royal Street (near St. Louis Street)
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Exhibit runs through the end of October RSVP (504) 299-9055 WWW.MARTINLAWRENCE.COM
DETAILS:
The public is cordially invited to celebrate the art of Ali Golkar. Join us for a special evening with the artist as we learn about his latest works. Refreshments will be served and entertainment will be provided by The Yisrael Trio. The artist will be available to sign new acquisitions of his work during the evening.
Born in 1948 in the historic city of Isfahan, Persia, Ali Golkar brings a rich history and culture to his unique imagery. Educated in Persia through 1972 in the fine arts and architecture, the artist moved to the United States and in 1974 continued his studies at the Southern California Institute of Architecture. Steeped in the cultures of Europe and the Orient, Ali Golkar explores the depth of his cultural heritage and life experiences through his artwork.
Love, beauty, music, and poetry are portrayed with both grace and a joy of life seldom encountered in contemporary art. Greek mythology is supplanted by Renaissance mythology, which in turn is fused with the expressionism of 20th century French humanistic paintings. Golkar wraps his artistic statements in bold colors blending themes of everyday life with spirituality and dreams.
For well over 25 years, Golkar artwork has been well received in Europe, Asia and the United States. Recent exhibitions include gall
Battle of New Orleans University will present a program, "What About the Women?" Oct. 18 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Chalmette Battlefield of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 8606 W. St. Bernard Hwy.
The program will allow visitors to discover what life was like for New Orleans women in 1815 and how they contributed to the American victory at the Battle of New Orleans.
Women of the New Orleans Premiere Creole Society will discuss period fashions and demonstrate embroidery and knitting from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. A spinning demonstration will be from 10 a.m. to noon; calas-making over an open fire will be presented from 11 a.m. to noon; a talk on the role of camp followers will be held at 1 p.m.
TICKETS
LOUISIANA LIVING HISTORY FOUNDATION CALL TO ARMS GALA
New Orleans, LA - The Call to Arms Gala commemorates the Bicentennial of the Battle of New Orleans.This momentous occasion will be kicked off by the Gala featuring period foods and signature drinks of the 18th and 19th century. Award winning Chef John Besh is providing a special dish featuring a Jambalaya stuffed Cochon de Lait.
A rich tapestry of history, music, spirits and wine will be for all to enjoy. An oration of historical events will be given by Tim Pickles, our resident historian, as well as displays of period military garb and flags at this one of a kind event.
The New Leviathan Stage Band will provide music. The Call to Arms Gala will be held on 6330 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans, LA, October 18th, 7pm for patrons, "Officers", and 8pm for attendees, "Regulars". Period costumes are optional (Business casual otherwise.).
The Gala will be the start of many events culminating at the Reenactment of the Battle of New Orleans at Chalmette Battlefield in January, where 1500 to 2000 participants from all over the world will bring to life one of the most significant events in US history.
Board Member Tim Pickles states, "All proceeds from the Call to Arms Gala will fund the continued restoration and expansion of surrounding historic monuments connected to this event. The newest of these projects will be Battlefield Park, which will be solely funded by our group and our generous donors."
Tickets for the October 18th event will start at $100 dollars. Buy tickets online at www.advertisenola.com or make checks payable to Louisiana Living History Museum and mail to 5208 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70115.
PHOTOS FROM THIS PAST WEEK
19 new photos to the album Launch Celebration of Biz New Orleans.
The Garden of Good and Evil was the theme of the annual Halloween party hosted by Brett Bauman and Cheryl Mintz at their spacious spooky decorated home in Metarie.
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