Darlings,
Last week was an exciting and historical one.
I had many opportunities to toast my city and my gay friends. I am so elated about the Same-Sex Marriage Law that was upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court. Congratulations to all my gay friends and a Champagne Toast to all of you! It was about time.
One of those events that I attended was Project Lazarus' 30th Anniversary at the beautiful Lakefront Airport and it was just lovely. I just loved seeing so many old-time friends. This year Project Lazarus proudly celebrates 30 years of serving people living with HIV/AIDS who have nowhere else to go. At this event it honored the Archdiocese of New Orleans for their efforts in opening doors and sustaining Project Lazarus' work.https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152806528680870.1073742483.581200869&type=1&l=5c7db42f61
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Last week, I also attended a lovely fundraising soiree for Councilmember Stacy Head. and the second floor of the historical Napoleon House was the setting. I saw many familiar faces and longtime friends. In case you did not know, Napoleon House recently sold to Ralph Brennan, who named seasoned chef Chris Montero, the chef at Ralph Brennan's Cafe B in Metairie, to take the helm at Napoleon House.https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152801627410870.1073742482.581200869&type=1&l=f28afdfc98
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I must confess that this week, I spent a lot of time at Casell-Bergen gallery getting it ready for our 4th of July Summer Clearance and was too tired to attend too many events. But this week is going to be different. Tomorrow I am looking forward to the monthlyNew Orleans Magazine Hobnobber at the Shops at Canal Place from 5:30-7:30. We will Sip, Swing and Shop as revisit Hollywood Glamorous Golden Era. The fabulous Yat Pack will be entertaining (see calendar below).
YAYA Arts Center Grand Opening on Tuesday, June 30th, 10:00 a.m. at 3322 LaSalle St. in New Orleans
Young Aspirations/Young Artists (YAYA), a 27 year-old visual arts education and entrepreneurship organization in New Orleans, announces the Grand Opening of its new Arts Center at 3322 LaSalle Street on Tuesday, June 30 at 10:00 a.m.
This new Center will bring YAYA's signature free arts education and entrepreneurship programming, dedicated gallery space and professional public glass and ceramics studios all under one roof in Central City New Orleans. Scheduled speakers for the unveiling include Councilmembers LaToya Cantrell and Jason Williams, along with Scott Hutcheson, the Mayor's Advisor on the Cultural Economy.
The Center, which is new construction designed by architect Byron Mouton of BILD Design, and built by Landis Construction, also represents a major commercial project on the LaSalle corridor, and is within walking distance of ten New Orleans primary and secondary schools. The glass studio, one of only two public glass studios in Ne
w Orleans, serves both YAYA's educational programming, and is available for hourly rental by professional artists of Greater New Orleans. A similar ceramics studio is currently being outfitted.
Darlings, from July 2-5 Get ready for the best in R&B, hip-hop, jazz, blues, and more! This year, New Orleans is proud to again host ESSENCE Festival, the nation’s premier showcase for contemporary African American music and culture.
My darling friend, Jose Torres Tama, who is presenting the third installment of his six-part series, “Teatro Sin Fronteras” (Theatre Without Borders), on
Tuesday, June 30. Jose, as master of ceremonies, will perform solo pieces that emphasize the plight of recent Hispanic immigrants to our city. Other talented Hispanic performers and visual artists will be sharing the stage as well.
The performance will be at the Old Marquer Theatre, St. Claude and St. Roch avenues, and is free and open to the public.
This week, the celebration for the Patriotic 4th of July will start on July 3. The Marine Corps Band of New Orleans plays patriotic music on City Park's Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn from 7:15-9:00 p.m., followed by fireworks at the Peristyle. Blankets and chairs permitted. Concessions, snowballs, wine and beer will be available for purchase, but guests also may bring their own picnics. Arrive early for giveaways. Red, white and blue attire encouraged. Admission: Free. City Park, 1 Palm Drive.
You can also celebrate the Fourth of July with food and drink, music and a fireworks show at the Uncle Sam Jam, from noon-10 p.m. at Lafreniere Park. Fireworks are expected at 9:00. Headliners for 2015 include Josh Turner, Lonestar, and Courtney Cole; plus Christian Serpas and Ghost Town, Remedy, and 90 Degrees West. Gates open at 11 a.m. Chairs and blankets are welcome; no outside food or drink. Admission: Free. Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie. Call (504) 838-4389 for more information.
A different kind of celebration will be held on the morning of July 4 in Congo Square in Louis Armstrong Park: the annual Maafa commemoration, where the ancestors of New Orleans' African Americans are feted and memorialized. Starting at 7:00 a.m., ceremonies will honor the ancestors with music, chanting and other ceremonial rituals, followed by a procession to the Tomb of the Unknown Slave and other sites in the French Quarter associated with the slave trade. Participation is free and open to all. Wearing white is recommended for the occasion. Sponsored by the Ashe Cultural Arts Center.
July 4 - Go 4th on the River
The Riverfront Marketing Group presents the 25th annual Independence Day celebration, at 9 p.m., with the Dueling Barges Fireworks extravaganza over the Mississippi River between the Gov. Nicholls Street Wharf and the Canal Street Dock. Bring radios to hear the soundtrack, which will be simulcast on WLMG-FM, WWL-AM, WWL-FM and WWL.com. Insider's tip: The fireworks also are visible from the Algiers levee on the West Bank, for those wishing to avoid CBD/French Quarter traffic and crowds. Admission: Free. Moonwalk, 750 Decatur St.
Darlings, put in your calendar that the next Round Table Luncheon will be a very special one. It will be an annual Salute to Tales of the Cocktail. On Wednesday July 15th at 12 Noon at Antoine's , the Round Table Luncheon will shake it up when talented mixologists and industry professionals share a peek inside the world’s premier event Tales of the Cocktail. Hosted by yours truly, in the historic Antoine's Restaurant, the popular luncheon promises lively discussion, delicious cuisine, and flowing champagne with plenty of surprises!
Founder and Executive Director of Tales of the Cocktail, Mrs. Cocktail herself Ann Tuennerman will kick things off by divulging insider tips what to look for in this year’s programming.It will featured as entertainers talented pianist/vocalist Giselle Bonfaire and Cocktail historian Elizabeth Pearce and I am working to get one of the Brand Ambassador to feature a signature cocktail. The $45 includes a 3 course meal inclusive of tax and gratuities and a glass of champagne and a glass of wine with the meal. For reservation call me at 504-4495-9181 or send me an e-mail to Margaritabergen@hotmail.com./
So have a wonderful time this 4th of July and stay COOL! Next week is going to be jam-packed with events and you can read all about them right here,
Darlings. I spent all day yesterday decorating Casell Bergen Gallery, 1305 Decatur Street for my annual 4th of July Summer Clearance. The American Flag is flying high and a beautiful Louis Icart 's Miss America is in the window. I hope you guys stop by and take advantage of our big sale of original pastels by Joaquin Casell, Jazz, Mardi Gras, French Quarter Festival posters and signed limited edition graphics by Terrance Osborne, James Michalopoulos,Phillip Sage and many other local artists.http://www.casellbergengallery.com/
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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This summer, Rebirth, Johnny Sansone, Bonerama, The Write Brothers, and more will head across the river to the 2015 Wednesdays on the Pointconcert series in Algiers.
The eight week summer concert series will take place every Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. from June 10 through July
July 1 - Jon Cleary with special guest Walter "Wolfman" Washington
Thursdays at Twilight Garden Concert Series presents
July 2: Rocky's Hot Fox Trot Orchestra - Celebrate the
tradition 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. rockyshfto.blogspot.com/ Gates open at 5 p.m. Performances begin at 6 p.m.
Where: Pavilion of the Two Sisters, New Orleans Botanical Garden, City Park
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July 3
Happy 3rd of July The Marine Corps Band of New Orleans plays patriotic music on City Park's Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn, 7:15-9 p.m., followed by fireworks at the Peristyle. Blankets and chairs permitted. Concessions, snowballs, wine and beer will be available for purchase, but guests also may bring their own picnics. Arrive early for giveaways. Red, white and blue attire encouraged. Admission: Free. City Park, 1 Palm Drive.
Uncle Sam Jam Celebrate the Fourth of July with food and drink; music; and a fireworks show, noon-10 p.m. (with fireworks expected at 9). Headliners for 2015 include Josh Turner, Lonestar, and Courtney Cole; plus Christian Serpas and Ghost Town, Remedy, and 90 Degrees West. Gates open at 11 a.m. Chairs and blankets are welcome; no outside food or drink. Admission: Free. Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, 504.838.4389.
July 4
Go 4th on the River The Riverfront Marketing Group presents the 25th annual Independence Day celebration, at 9 p.m., with the Dueling Barges Fireworks extravaganza over the Mississippi River between the Gov. Nichols Street Wharf and the Canal Street Dock. Bring radios to hear the soundtrack, which will be simulcast on WLMG-FM, WWL-AM, WWL-FM and WWL.com. Insider's tip: The fireworks also are visible from the Algiers levee on the West Bank, for those wishing to avoid CBD/French Quarter traffic and crowds. Admission: Free. Moonwalk, 750 Decatur St.
Fourth of July Cruise The evening offers a buffet of American favorites such as barbecue chicken, pulled pork, baked beans, potato salad, macaroni and cheese, white chocolate bourbon bread pudding and more. There will be live music and themed cocktails. Guests can view the fireworks from the paddlewheeler and, afterward, cruise down the Mississippi River. Boarding begins at 8 p.m.; Go 4th on the River fireworks start at 9. Admission: $129 adults, $69 children ages 6-12, $20 children ages 3-5. Creole Queen at Spanish Plaza, Poydras Street, 504.529.4567.
Fourth of July in Kenner The Treasure Chest Casino and the City of Kenner present a fireworks show over Lake Pontchartrain at 9 p.m. The show can be viewed from Laketown or from the decks of the Treasure Chest (but patrons must be 21 or older to board the casino). After the fireworks, Unbroken Skies will be playing in the casino's Caribbean Showroom until 1 a.m. Admission: Free. Treasure Chest Casino, 5050 Williams Blvd., Kenner, 504.443.8000.
Independence Day at Boomtown Food and drink will be available for purchase as crowds gather to watch a fireworks show, at 10:30 p.m., from the Boomtown Casino's parking lot. Boomers Nightclub will be presenting Jeff Cryer's Tribute to Motown, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., but patrons must be 21 or older to enter the casino. Admission: Free. Boomtown Casino and Hotel, 4132 Peters Road, Harvey, 504.366.7711.
Family Fun Fest American Legion Post 185 and the Ladies Auxiliary host a Fourth of July party with food and drink, music, a water slide, children's games and activities, helicopter tours, and raffles. Applications will be available for new members and transferees. Children younger than 12 must be accompanied by a parent. Admission: Free. American Legion Post 185, 1680 St. Ann Place, Slidell, 985.643.9317.
Slidell Heritage Festival The 18th annual festival, 4-11 p.m., features music, fireworks (about 9), art, robots, games, food and more. Entertainers for 2015 include The Soulman Live with Mike "Soulman" Baptiste, Amanda Shaw, and The Chee Weez. Admission: $8, free for children 12 or younger with an adult. Heritage Park, 1701 Bayou Lane, Slidell, 415.710.7347.
St. Bernard Salutes America The annual Independence Day event, 6-10:30 p.m., features food, music by The Jeff Davis Project and At Fault, fireworks (about 9), face painting, a hot dog-eating contest, and more. Admission: Free. Frederick J. Sigur Civic Center, 8245 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, 504.473.7238.
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