Tuesday, May 12, 2015

A Toast to New Orleans May 12-18: PRC 's Ladies in Red/Cork in the Park/Havana Whites/Heart Soul Gala /NOCCA's The Big 4 Gala and more..

Darlings,

I hope you had a lovely Mother's Day in the company of your loved ones. The memories of my beloved mother, Consuelo Bergen, will always be treasured. May her soul rest in peace.

On Mother's Day we were blessed to have, not just one, but two great Mother's Day concerts. The first one at the Audubon Zoo featured the legendary Queen of Soul Irma Thomas. And  later, at 4 p.m., the Vieux Carre Property Owners Association once again hosted the lovely  MothersDay Concert in Cabrini Park in the French Quarter. It featured The New Leviathan Oriental Foxtrot Orchestra to the delight of the many mothers who enjoyed the picnic  atmosphere.https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152700786925870.1073742447.581200869&type=1&l=bf4d1cdc69

On Friday, I donned my seersucker suit and enjoyed the annual Sippin' in Seersucker 2015, the sartorial soiree kicking off the summer social season at the Shops at Canal Place to benefit Ogden Museum of Southern Art. The delicious cuisine, the decadent libations, the melodic sounds of my darling friend Robin Barnes, and later The New Orleans Swamp Donkeys and the beautifully creative seersuckers made it a very memorable evening. I was delighted to meet newcomers to New Orleans, anchorman Charles Divins of WDSU and his lovely wifeFabiola.https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152697851360870.1073742446.581200869&type=1&l=32f7f45bc3

Darlings, this coming weekend is going to be a social marathon because there so many fun scheduled events that I would love to attend but, as you know, I do not have a clone - yet.

For starters, you can join The Historic New Orleans Collection as it celebrates the opening of its new exhibition, "From Winnfield to Washington: The Life and Career of Huey P. Long," with a reception on Wednesday, May 13 at 533 Royal Street, from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The event will feature menu selections from exhibition sponsor and French Quarter restaurant Kingfish Kitchen and Cocktails. 

This display commemorates the 80th anniversary of Long's death. The charismatic politician remains one of the most visible, influential and controversial figures in Louisiana's history. Visitors will see items that reveal details about Long's life and career beyond the most well-known anecdotes. The more than 140 documents, maps, objects and photographs on view were selected from regional collections and THNOC's holdings - including several new items that have never before been exhibited at THNOC. The opening reception will offer extended viewing hours and an opportunity to meet the curators.
 On Wednesday May 13, 2015, 6 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church,The Bishop Perry Center will present An Evening with Mario Lanza and Kathryn Grayson in the format of a classic mid-20th Century radio show. The event, which is free and open to the public, will feature Michael Spyres, a young tenor whose star is rising rapidly on the international opera scene, and his equally impressive wife, Tara Stafford, a coloratura soprano.  Appearing with them will be Jesse Reeks, concert pianist and organist at St. Louis Cathedral, and special guest artist Taylor Miller, baritone.  
The event, free and open to the general public, is presented in cooperation with major music organizations of the city, and  Pirate's Alley Faulkner Society/Words & Music for the benefit of the Bishop Perry Center. The program-presented in concert with the Archdiocese of New Orleans and St. Louis Cathedral-will take place May 13, 2015 at 6 p. m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1116 Chartres Street, part of the historic Ursuline Convent complex, which is today the Catholic Cultural Center. 
The one-hour program will be followed by a reception in honor of the artists in the Convent garden tent, who will be happy to sign their CDs for attending guests. Please RSVP to Faulkhouse@aol.com if you plan to attend the reception so that we can plan appropriately for food and drink. Although the program is free and open to the public, voluntary donations to the Bishop Perry Center's mission to serve the disadvantaged will be most appreciated. 
On Thursday, May 14, is the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana’s Networking Night and it will be welcoming its new HCCL Young Professionals at Manning's, 519 Fulton Street, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Free admission and complimentary hors d'oeuvres.
On Friday, May 15 is the Sixth Annual Suits & Salads Luncheon to benefit  Dress for Success New Orleans at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, 601 Loyola Avenue. The event will feature Ti Martin as the keynote speaker, a silent auction, original artwork and a raffle courtesy of Mignon Faget and Hiller Jewelry. Proceeds will go toward operating the Dress for Success boutique, which works to provide disadvantaged women with professional attire and a network of career support.
On that same evening the Preservation Resource Center's “A Red Hot Jazz Gala: 15th Annual Ladies in Red” is at the Carver Theater, 2101 Orleans Avenue. The gala honors jazz musicians for their contributions to New Orleans’ cultural legacy. The event also raises funds to support the Preservation Resource Center and its cultural heritage programming. This year honorees are :Antoine "Fats" Domino,Doreen Ketchens,Ellis Marsalis,Deacon John Moore,Tipitina's Foundation and Joseph Torregano

I have also been invited to attend, on May 15, the 10th Anniversary of Cork in the Park. It is a special wine tasting event to support historic City Park, at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters in City Park’s New Orleans Botanical Garden in New Orleans.

Also on Friday night, the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra will present “The Dark Side of the Moon: The Music of Pink Floyd.” Randy Jackson, lead singer/guitarist with Zebra, will be singing, backed up by a six-piece band with Brent Havens guest conducting. From what I hear, they will be performing the entire “Dark Side of the Moon” Pink Floyd album, one of the top-selling albums of all time, plus many other individual Pink Floyd songs. This should be a really fantastic show!

On Saturday, May 16, it is the American Heart Association's Heart Soul Gala at the Empire Ballroom of the Hyatt Regency New Orleans. The  evening celebrates: the work and mission of the American Heart Association, the  donors and volunteers; and — most importantly — the lives saved and improved because of everyone’s effort. The Heart Ball promises to be an engaging evening of fun and passion bringing community and philanthropic leaders together. Last year, the Heart Ball events raised close to $73 million with support from over 100,000 individuals and corporations nation-wide, allowing us to fund research and programs across the country and in your community.
That evening, On Saturday, May 16 from 7-11 p.m. is Havana Whites at the International Hotel-NEW ORLEANS + HAVANA // two sister cities united in RITUAL, ROMANCE, and PASSION

That evening, Bette Midler, also known by her informal stage name “The Divine Miss M,” will be performing at Smoothie King Center. A dynamic singer, as well as a songwriter, actress, comedian, and film producer, she puts on a show you won’t want to miss.

On Sunday, May 17 is Friends of the Cabildo's Spring Home and Courtyard Tour. The tour will visit six homes and courtyards in the French Quarter and will take the guests to sip on refreshments at Madame John’s Legacy. Self-guided tours start at the 1850 House, where maps will be provided.
The Faubourg Marigny is also having its  2015 Spring Home Tour  on Sunday, May 17, Noon to 4 p.m. It will feature  Marie Laveau's father's original shop building and McDonough 16, just renovated for Senior Housing.The self-guided Home Tour features beautiful Marigny properties typical of this historic neighborhood. The Spring Home Tour is popular with locals and visitors alike providing an intimate view of stately homes and gardens. Funds raised support FMIA initiatives such as maintenance and repairs to Washington Square Park. The Washington Square Park Festival is free and open to the public.

The “Big 4-Oh! Gala” of The NOCCA Institute will also take place on Sunday, May 17. The gala will feature performances by Grammy Award winners Pedrito Martinez and Terence Blanchard, food by New Orleans top chefs, and both silent and live auctions. The gala supports The NOCCA Institute, which provides supplemental funding to run the regional, pre-professional arts training center.

PLEASE SAVE THIS DATE: 
Wednesday, May 27- ROUND TABLE LUNCHEON CO-HOSTED BY FESTIGALS  at noon at the JW. Marriott
Have a great week - it is yours to be! 

Photos from last week : 
Sippin' in Seersucker 2015- the sartorial soiree kicking off the summer social season at the Shops at Canal Place to benefit Ogden Museum of Southern Art was Awesome
 I stopped by the Women's Business Alliance at the lovely Hotel Storyville with Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana.
1261 Esplanade Ave.
 — with Harold Spinner and 2 others.


VCPORA's Mother's Day Concert at Cabrini Park with the New Leviathan Oriental Fox-Trot Orchestra




CALENDAR OF EVENTS- For complete schedule visit: LaFete News 5-12-15
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/lafete-news-may-12.html…


  

TUESDAY, MAY 12TH!

 
Haagen-Dazs is proud to announce their 8th annual Free Cone Day celebration
on Tuesday, May 12th, 2015! Guests get a free scoop in a cup, waffle or sugar cone.
Visit your Häagen-Dazs Shop located on Level C, next to the Food Court at
The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk, for a free scoop of ice cream!

 
Available only from 4PM - 8PM.

 
Then tweet your flavor using #HDFreeConeDay
 and #RiverwalkNOLA

Wednesday May 13
An Evening with Mario Lanza and Kathryn Grayson
 6 p.m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church
The Bishop Perry Center will present An Evening with Mario Lanza and Kathryn Grayson in the format of a classic mid-20th Century radio show. The event, which is free and open to the public, will feature Michael Spyres, a young tenor whose star is rising rapidly on the international opera scene, and his equally impressive wife, Tara Stafford, a coloratura soprano.  Appearing with them will be Jesse Reeks, concert pianist and organist at St. Louis Cathedral, and special guest artist Taylor Miller, baritone.  
The event, free and open to the general public, is presented in cooperation with major music organizations of the city, and  Pirate's Alley Faulkner Society/Words & Music for the benefit of the Bishop Perry Center. The program-presented in concert with the Archdiocese of New Orleans and St. Louis Cathedral-will take place May 13, 2015 at 6 p. m. at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1116 Chartres Street, part of the historic Ursuline Convent complex, which is today the Catholic Cultural Center. 
The one-hour program will be followed by a reception in honor of the artists in the Convent garden tent, who will be happy to sign their CDs for attending guests. Please RSVP to Faulkhouse@aol.com if you plan to attend the reception so that we can plan appropriately for food and drink. Although the program is free and open to the public, voluntary donations to the Bishop Perry Center's mission to serve the disadvantaged will be most appreciated. 
 Wednesday, May 13                   Dumpstaphunk + Daria & the Hip Drops

    
The concerts will take place every Wednesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.,  through May 27 in downtown New Orleans at Lafayette Square Between Camp Street and St. Charles Avenue, directly across from Gallier Hall). See below for the full 2015 lineup.
 2015 Wednesday at the Square Lineup

 Wednesday, May 13                   Dumpstaphunk + Daria & the Hip Drops


                        
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 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Everyone welcome, free admission is for Louisiana residents
How: Just show up
Cost: Free

Free admission on Wednesdays for Louisiana residents sponsored by the Helis Foundation. 
Robin Hood: Thief, Brigand
 By Andrew Vaught
Directed by Beau Bratcher
Co-Produced by The New Orleans Museum of Art *NOMA's Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden: 1 Collins Diboll Circle, New Orleans
*Production Dates: May 6-24 Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Sundays at 7pm (Excluding May 8)
*Box Office Phone: 504-302-9117
*Ticket Pricing: $20 General Admission and $14 Backstage Pass Members and NOMA Members
*Bring-Your-Own seating. There will be a front section for blankets and an area in the rear for chairs. This entire prodution will take place in one location in the front Pine Grove.

 
Robin Hood: Thief, Brigand is a brand-new play by New Orleans playwright Andrew Vaught, commissioned by The NOLA Project theatre company and NOMA for production in the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. The script, a timely tale considering our nation's growing class inequality, follows Robin and his band of Merry Men who accidentally intercept a chest full of 100,000 gold coins on its way to France. What they believe to be a great bounty stolen from the land's wealthiest citizens turns out, in fact, to be a ransom payment for King Richard who is imprisoned in France while on a religious crusade. Robin and his men distribute the stolen gold to the land's poor, but when Richard's brother, the oppressive Prince John, finds out that the land's poorest citizens are quickly becoming distinctly Middle-Class, he is incensed and vows to destroy the man they call Robin Hood.

 
 This witty, fun, and adventurous new adaptation of the classic Robin Hood legend is sure to please young and old alike. For the past four years, innovative productions in the Besthoff Sculpture Garden such as A Midsummer Night's Dream, Much Ado About Nothing, and last year's immersive staging of Adventures in Wonderland have proven to be an incredibly popular and much-anticipated annual theatrical event in the city. Much like the other creative outdoor productions, Robin Hood: Thief, Brigand will utilize the unique setting of the sculpture garden combined with a large cast of over twenty professional actors to bring to life a production that occurs, in front of, behind, and all around the audience.

 
 Wednesday, May 13th at 7pm
 Thursday, May 14th at 7pm
 Friday, May 15th at 7pm
 Sunday, May 17th at 7pm
 Wednesday, May 20th at 7pm
 Thursday, May 21st at 7pm
 Friday, May 22nd at 7pm
 Sunday, May 24th at 7pm
 Please note that in the case of rain, the performance will be rescheduled and audience members may either request a refund or use their tickets at another performance. -  

May 14-17
           


Special Events for This Week
BOUDIN: The New Orleans Music Project
Conceived and Directed by Sean Daniels
Curated by Sean Daniels and Aimée Hayes
Music Direction by Jay Weigel
Starring Brittney James, Clint Johnson, Natalie Jones,
Phillip Manuel, Dorian Rush, and Josh Smith


We asked New Orleanians from all over the city this question. Then we mixed together their stories and added music and visual art to create BOUDIN: The New Orleans Music Project, an exhilarating original production that celebrates the music, art, magic, and history of our city.


Presented in partnership with WWOZ 90.7 FM, BOUDIN is a mash-up of local visual art, storytelling, live New Orleans music, and real stories from people like you!

Ashé Power House Theater
1731 Baronne Street, between St. Charles Avenue and O.C. Haley Boulevard
DEDICATED & SECURE PARKING LOT ADJACENT

May 9 - May 17
Thursdays - Saturdays: Doors open at 7 pm, performances at 8
Sundays: Doors open at 2 pm, performances at 3

Join us for a pre-show feast of interactive visual art, soul-saving stories and music, featuring the work of Claire Bangser, Jakob Rosenzweig, Margot Herster, and New Orleans visual artists and storytellers. Cash bar!

Tickets: $20-$40
Discounts available for seniors, students, teachers, Blue Star family, and theatre professionals.
$20 for patrons age 35 and under.
Tickets and information: 504.522.6545

Throughout the Run (Tickets $20 - $40)

Thursdays: $5 from every ticket sold supports our community partners
Saturdays: Pre-performance panel discussions at 7 pm
Sundays: Post-performance talkbacks with cast and crew

 Thursday, May14
           
6:30 p.m. at the Al Copeland Concert Meadow Stage in Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd.in Metairie.
The Lafreniere Live! Spring Concert Series-
This event is free and open to the public.
The schedule is:
May 14, Karma

"Thursdays at Twilight" presents 
May 14 - Bon Operatit!
New Orleans singers Lauren Mouney Gisclair, Jesse Nolan and Mary Penick Akin dip into the Broadway songbook and the opera literature for their programs.Pavilion of the Two Sisters, New Orleans Botanical Garden, City Park
 Gates open at 5 p.m. Performances begin at 6 p.m.

 
Admission: Single tickets are $10. 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. 

Thursday, May 14
May 14 The Honorable South and James Andrews  4 to 8 p.m



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"Dirty Rotten Scoundrels" Next Up at Rivertown Theaters
for the Performing Arts Running May 15 - 23
 Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts will close the spring 2015 season with the marvelous mischievous musical "Dirty Rotten Scoundrels".

 
Based on the popular 1988 film, Dirty Rotten Scoundrels is a Tony Award winning comedy musical that centers around two con men living on the French Riviera.  Music and lyrics by Broadway veteran David Yazbek and a book by Jeffrey Lane;
DIRECTOR:      Gary Rucker

 
CAST:              Gary Rucker, Bob Pavlovich, Kayla Herrington, Elise Harvey Spurlock,
                         Louis Dudoussat, Kelly Fouchi



Dates and Times:
            Fridays                        May 15 & 22 at 8:00 pm   
            Saturdays                    May 16 & 23 at 8:00 pm
            Sundays                      May 17 at 2:00 pm
            Thursday                     May 21at 8:00 pm
           
Individual ticket prices are:  $37.00 for Adults; $35.00 for Seniors;  $32.00 for Students/Active                                                   Military

 
Corporate and Individual sponsorships, season tickets,group and military discounts are available as well.  To purchase, please call the Box Office: (504) 461-9475 or (504) 468-7221 or visit www.RivertownTheaters.com 

 
Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts is located at 325 Minor St. in the heart of Kenner's historic Rivertown district.  Plenty of free parking is available on the streets around the theater.
Friday, May 15 • 6–8 p.m.
533 Royal St.

May 15

Friday, May 15 At The Historic Carver Theater,2101 Orleans Ave.Preservation Resource Center's
A Red Hot Jazz Gala: 15th Annual Ladies in Red
Join us to honor our music legends with a festive evening of dancing, libations, and the best of New Orleans' cuisine.
Complimentary valet provided by Fidelity Bank.
PATRON PARTY
7 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Featuring music by David Torkanowsky’s Trio
Libations courtesy of Second Vine Wine
Specialty cocktail courtesy of Café Dauphine
Sons of Jazz brass band welcome courtesy of Barbara Lacen Keller and Holly & Geoffrey Snodgrass
GALA
8 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Featuring music by Big Sam's Funky Nation
New Orleans' finest food and cocktails
AWARDS
8:30 p.m.
Honoring jazz musicians and the institutions that support them
HONOREES
Antoine "Fats" Domino
Doreen Ketchens
Ellis Marsalis
Deacon John Moore
Tipitina's Foundation
Joseph Torregano

EVENT COST
Patron ($175)
1 ticket to the Patron Party & Gala
Junior Patron ($125 - Ages 21-35)
1 ticket to the Patron Party & Gala
Gala ($100)
1 ticket to the Gala
Advance ticket sales close at midnight on Thursday, May 14. Tickets may be purchased at the door to the event starting at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 15.
For more information, contact Sarina Mohan at 504.636.3067 or smohan@prcno.org.
Havana Nights - A White Party

May 16 from 7-11 p.m. is Havana Whites at the International Hotel
NEW ORLEANS + HAVANA // two sister cities united in RITUAL, ROMANCE, and PASSION
Join us in WHITE as we celebrate the ritual transformation to Summer Dress
Saturday, MAY 16 FROM 7-11P
MUSIC El Colectivo • DANCE Gumbo Salsa • TAPAS Congreso Cubano • COCKTAILS Loa & Rougaroux Rum
cigar roller + dominos + vintage cars
 May 16
ST. PAUL LUTHERAN CHURCH & SCHOOL CELEBRATES 175 YEARS!
                                                              
What do the following have in common? Alexander Graham Bell's telephone, Thomas Edison's light bulb, Carl Benz's automobile, and Simon Hubig's pies?  St. Paul Lutheran Church and School at 2624 Burgundy Street in the Marigny, has been around longer than all of them!
St. Paul was founded in 1840, and was in existence before the invention of the telephone, the light bulb, the automobile, and Hubig's pies! Originally meeting in a firehouse on Chartres Street, a group of German immigrants met for a protestant church service which marked the beginning of St. Paul Lutheran Church, as we know it today.  Later that year, a German church school was added.
St. Paul Lutheran, on the corner of Port and Burgundy, has a rich history in the Faubourg Marigny neighborhood.  It has persevered through many tragedies, including two fires, yellow fever, and the Civil War. During Katrina and the harrowing days thereafter, our church was Ground Zero for the people in our surrounding neighborhood (http://jsr.fsu.edu/Katrina/Goodline.htm). The months and years after the storm found our members and school families spread across the state and country. Yet there was no question that once again St. Paul would remain and continue our mission in its present community. We are proud that although our membership spreads throughout the greater New Orleans area (as depicted in our logo), we continue to stay true to our roots in the Marigny, Bywater, and St. Roch area.  Many members have now chosen this community as their home, as well as a vibrant neighborhood they want to celebrate and improve. Moreover, generations of families send their children to our school and are happy to be a part of our church and neighborhood.
 St. Paul Lutheran continues to support the surrounding neighborhoods and their associations.  We offer building space for meetings and community events, as well as an accessible forum for civic issues.  We also enjoy hosting our own events that draw our neighbors and us together whether it be for fellowship, spirituality, or support.  We will continue to build upon our relationship of love and service to all those inside and outside the doors of St. Paul.

 
Visit our website at: stpaulmarigny.org 


MUSIC
Saturday, May 16, 2015  6pm-8pm  Jazz Concert and Reception - NOCCA Jazz Ensemble
Sunday, May 17, 2015   10:30am   Worship & Sacred Music
Sunday, May 17, 2015   4pm-8pm  Classical Concert
FAITH
Saturday, August 1, 2015  6pm-8pm  Historical Presentations/Wine and Cheese Reception
Sunday, August 2, 2015   10:30am   Worship and Grand Reception
 ARTS AND COMMUNITY
Saturday, November 7, 2015  Noon-7pm   Community Arts and Music Festival
Sunday, November 8, 2015   10:30am         Divine Worship
Sunday, November 8, 2015    4pm-7pm       Community Pot-Luck/Candlelight Worship in Courtyard

 





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Saturday, May 16, 2015

2015 New Orleans Heart Ball

6:00pm - 12:00am
Hyatt Regency New Orleans
601 Loyola Drive
New Orleans, Louisiana 70113
General Inquiries
Timekia Mallery
timekia.mallery@heart.org
(770) 612-6195

  Sunday, May 17
Spring Home and Courtyard Tour to benefit  Friends of the Cabildo
Event Info: The tour will visit six homes and courtyards in the French Quarter and will take the guests to sip on refreshments at Madame John’s Legacy. Self-guided tours start at the 1850 House, where maps will be provided.
Tickets: $50
Location: 523 St. Ann St.
Contact: 524-9118
Trinity Artist Series
Trinity Episcopal Church 
1329 Jackson Avenue 

Sunday, May 17 @ 5 pm: The Celebrated Tom Sancton Jazz Quartet. Tom Sancton is a Jazz Clarinetist, an American writer, and an educator. The French Government honored him in 2013, naming him a knight with the Chevalier des Arts et des Lettres.  He is the author of the very popular book "Song for my Fathers


NOCCA’s Annual Gala to take place May 17

ADMIN  APRIL 14, 2015  FEATUREDNEWSNOCCA INSTITUTE

Second Chance Sundays in May

We are entering those summer months, which means hot weather and a large number of kittens and puppies. Those cute, young faces can sometimes outshine the older adoptable animals who also need a loving home. Second Chance Sundays is a way to make sure that our adult pets get the attention they deserve. Stop by the Louisiana SPCA to adopt on Sundays in May and you can take your new forever pet home for 50% off the regular adoption fee of pets 6 months and older. Regular adoption procedures apply.
   
Louisiana SPCA
1700 Mardi Gras Blvd, New Orleans, LA  70114
Phone: 504.368.5191  |  Fax: 504.368.5108  |  Email: info@la-spca.org


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