Darlings,
Another fabulous steamy summer week has gone by in my beloved New Orleans. As I get older I find that the heat does take some of my energy away so I need to be selective about what events to attend.
My week started on Tuesday, when I participated at the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana's annual Trade Show at the Harrah's Hotel. It was very successful; saw old friends and met new ones.
On Wednesday, I donned my beautiful cowboy hat to attend the delicious Grass-Fed Beef Picnic from Gonsoulin Cattle Ranch at Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse. Every year, the Steakhouse is transformed into an indoor picnic for one night, featuring grass-fed beef from Gonsoulin Cattle Ranch in New Iberia. In addition to expertly prepared beef, there were bountiful sides, decadent desserts, craft cocktails and artisan wine. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Grow Dat Youth Farm. I loved it. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152897519950870.1073742497.581200869&type=1&l=42e4c5c4f5
That evening, I left the Picnic early so I could attend the lovely FREE concert of "The Best of Bon Operatit! on Bourbon Street" Bon Operatit! closed out their 5th season with an encore of fan favorites over the past 5 years with the "Opera Returns to Bourbon Street" series.
On Thursday, my first stop was the lovely opening reception at the Mexican Consulate's gallery of "El Tiempo" & "Laberintos Mentales" by artists Patrica Jordan and Francisco Magallan
My evening continued and I loved attending the world premiere of the stage version of V.C. Andrews’ bestselling book, “Flowers in the Attic." It was presented at the Old Marquer (formerly the Shadowbox) Theatre in the Faubourg Marigny.
On Friday, I enjoyed the Louisiana Late Night at NOMA. It was awesome. I enjoyed seeing Amanda Shaw, attending the lecture byHoward Sutcliffe, Principal Conservator and lecture: “Conservation of the Butler Greenwood parlor at the New Orleans Museum of Art”. I also enjoyed seeing the lovely exhibition and seeing old friends.
On Saturday, I left work early so I could attend the highly anticipated Krewe of Shangri-La Luncheon at Antoine's. It was awesome and so déjà vu. Saw many former Kings and Queens and old friends. Becky Allen, Marshall Harris and Jim Walpole entertained and of course they will be entertaining at my upcoming Round Table Luncheon on Wednesday, August 19 at Antoine's.
Photo of 2000 Shangri-La King Andre de La Barre and Queen Margarita Bergen by Frank Stansbury at Antoine's
That evening i was invited to attend the Magnolia Cotillion at the lovely Ambush Mansion. All the Royalty of the upcoming Southern Decadence was present.
Sunday was a very busy day for me. I was invited to attend the Sushi Festival at the Lakefront Arena. I actually drove around the lakefront area and saw how it has recovered and changed since Katrina. I attended briefly the fun Bows and Beaus sponsored by the Junior Committee of the Women's Guild of the New Orleans Opera and local arts supporters at the Opera Guild Home.
Darlings, as part of getting old, it is not unusual to learn almost daily that one of my darling friends passed away. I just learned that Sandra Berry is in the arms of the Lord. I knew Sandra for long time and helped her establish her Neighborhood Gallery by providing her with limited edition framed Black art. My deepest condolences to Joshua, her brother Ronald Jones and her family and many friends.
Funeral arrangements are as follows:
Friday August 21, 2015-Celebration of the life for Ms. Sandra Berry Service held at First Grace United Methodist Church at12 noon at 3401 Canal Street
Funeral Procession Immediately following memorial service to Lake Lawn Cemetery, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd.
Friday August 21, 2015-Celebration of the life for Ms. Sandra Berry Service held at First Grace United Methodist Church at12 noon at 3401 Canal Street
Funeral Procession Immediately following memorial service to Lake Lawn Cemetery, 5100 Pontchartrain Blvd.
Last night I was invited to attend the annual unveiling of the Saintsations Calendar at the Royal Sonesta. Throughout the years, I have developed a great respect and admiration for the Saintsations. They are not just beautiful but also very smart and well-educated. Congratulations.https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152908038770870.1073742500.581200869&type=1&l=9e826ac62c
Darlings, this week I am anxiously looking forward to hosting my monthly Round table Luncheon on Wednesday, August 19 at noon at Antoine's. ROUND TABLE LUNCHEON TO FOCUS ON KATRINA 10TH ANNIVERSARY
With the upcoming tenth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina and its devastating effects on New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, the monthly Round Table Luncheon hosted by Margarita Bergen will focus on the storm and the recovery efforts that have been made over the past decade.
The luncheon will be held at Antoine’s Restaurant, 713 St. Louis Street in the heart of the historic French Quarter, on Wednesday, August 19 at 12 noon. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. The luncheon will feature guest speakers on a variety of Katrina-related topics.
The featured speaker will be Sandy Rosenthal, founder of Levees.org and one of the most outspoken critics of the levee failures that led to the flooding of 80 percent of New Orleans and surrounding areas. Over the past ten years, she has been a vigorous leader in the fight for accountability from the agencies responsible for constructing and maintaining the floodwalls and levees, and she has also led the drive for establishing memorial parks at the major levee break sites.
Also featured will be author Jennifer Gremillion, a New Orleans native who documents her powerful true story of adversity, faith and survival in her new book, “Life Storms: Hurricane Katrina.” As the first book in Gremillion’s “Life Storms” series, the story is written from Jennifer’s unique perspective as a screenwriter – interspersed with scripts, thought-provoking questions and powerful reflections.
Author Mary Helen Lagasse will also be featured, discussing her second novel, “Navel of the Moon.” This earthy and moving coming-of-age tale is set in 1960s New Orleans but resides, as all good literature does, deep within the passionate mysteries of the human heart. With this new work, Mary Helen triumphantly surpasses the amazing promise of her debut novel, “The Fifth Sun.”
Gordon Wadge, President/CEO of the YMCA of Greater New Orleans will also address the group on what the Y is currently doing to improve the quality of life in post-Katrina New Orleans.
The entertainment will be by talented entertainers Becky Allen, Marshall Harris and pianist Jim Walpole.
Antoine's menu will include a Summer Salad, Trout Almondine with Brabant Potatoes and Baked Alaska. The price is $50 all inclusive, including champagne/wines.
Reservations should be made to Margarita Bergen at margaritabergen@hotmail.com or 504-495-9181.
"Thursdays at Twilight" is presenting Aug. 20 - Pfister Sisters (Holley Bendtsen, Yvette Voelker, Debbie Davis and Amasa Miller) channel the styles of the swing era, with their recreation of the Boswell Sisters arrangements. Gates open at 5 p.m. Performances begin at 6 p.m. at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters, New Orleans Botanical Garden, City Park. Admission: Single tickets are $10.
On Friday, I have been invited to cover:
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BY/FOR: NOLA City Bark - New Orleans' premier dog park-
Friday, August 21, 7-11 p.m.
WHERE: Arbor Room next to Popp Fountain, City Park, across from City Bark
WHY: To fund various structural improvements, including a bone-shaped sand pit in the center of the large dog area, an automatic gate closure for the small dog area, annual hill repair and re-sodding, and additional security.
Adoption, Resource Center and Clinic Grand Opening - August 21 - 23 at 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Almost exactly 10 years after Hurricane Katrina, the Louisiana SPCA is proud to announce the grand opening of the new 40,000 sq. ft. Adoption, Resource Center and Clinic! Training demonstrations, giveaways, tours, adoptions, a sneak peek inside the 38 ft. transport trailer and Humane Law Enforcement vehicles and so much more!
During the grand opening festivities visitors will be able to enjoy tours of the new facility, sneak peek inside the 38 ft. transport trailer and humane law enforcement vehicles, obedience and training demonstrations, children's activities, giveaways and adoptions.
Please put in your calendar:
Wednesday, September 2
US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center
5:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Admission is free.
The National WWII Museum is once again proud to host Culture Collision 7, the annual, one-night-only happy hour that brings together more than 65 of New Orleans's cultural organizations, at US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center. Culture Collision is designed to encourage participation in the New Orleans arts scene. Event attendees can scope out upcoming performances, take advantage of exclusive ticket promotions and meet like-minded art lovers. For the third straight year, Culture Collision will host pop-up performances from four mystery organizations-you'll have to come to the event to find out! The event also features cash bars, complimentary hors d'oeuvres, and a huge free drawing.
Founded in 2008, Culture Collision was created to provide New Orleans's arts and culture organizations with a collective voice, as well as a platform for collaboration and promotion. Culture Collision 7 is hosted by WWNO and sponsored by New Orleans & Me, The National WWII Museum, and Canary Collective. It is organized by the Arts Council of New Orleans, DEVENEY, Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, New Orleans Ballet Association, New Orleans Opera Association, the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, Southern Rep, and WWNO.
Admission is free, and pay parking is available after 3:00 pm in The National WWII Museum Magazine Street lot, located between Andrew Higgins Drive and Poeyfarre Street. Metered parking and additional non-Museum pay lots are also located throughout the neighborhood. For more information visit culturenola.org.
The National WWII Museum, 945 Magazine Street, New Orleans, LA 70130
Entrance on Andrew Higgins Drive
PHONE: 504-528-1944 | FAX: 504-527-6088 | EMAIL: info@nationalww2museum.org
Have a great week - it is yours to be !
Photos from last week:
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana's annual Trade Show was very successful- saw old friends and meet new one. Great place to network
Calendar of events- For complete calendar visit : LaFete News 8-18-15
http://myemail.constantcontact.com/lafete-news-8-18-15.html…
Tuesday, August 18
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
| 925 Camp Street | New Orleans | LA | 70130
Wednesday, August 19
ROUND TABLE LUNCHEON TO FOCUS ON KATRINA 10TH ANNIVERSARYWith the upcoming tenth anniversary of Hurricane Katrina and its devastating effects on New Orleans and the Gulf Coast, the monthly Round Table Luncheon hosted by Margarita Bergen will focus on the storm and the recovery efforts that have been made over the past decade.The luncheon will be held at Antoine’s Restaurant, 713 St. Louis Street in the heart of the historic French Quarter, on Wednesday, August 19 at 12 noon. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. The luncheon will feature guest speakers on a variety of Katrina-related topics.The featured speaker will be Sandy Rosenthal, founder of Levees.org and one of the most outspoken critics of the levee failures that led to the flooding of 80 percent of New Orleans and surrounding areas. Over the past ten years, she has been a vigorous leader in the fight for accountability from the agencies responsible for constructing and maintaining the floodwalls and levees, and she has also led the drive for establishing memorial parks at the major levee break sites.Also featured will be author Jennifer Gremillion, a New Orleans native who documents her powerful true story of adversity, faith and survival in her new book, “Life Storms: Hurricane Katrina.” As the first book in Gremillion’s “Life Storms” series, the story is written from Jennifer’s unique perspective as a screenwriter – interspersed with scripts, thought-provoking questions and powerful reflections.Author Mary Helen Lagasse will also be featured, discussing her second novel, “Navel of the Moon.” This earthy and moving coming-of-age tale is set in 1960s New Orleans but resides, as all good literature does, deep within the passionate mysteries of the human heart. With this new work, Mary Helen triumphantly surpasses the amazing promise of her debut novel, “The Fifth Sun.”Gordon Wadge, President/CEO of the YMCA of Greater New Orleans will also address the group on what the Y is currently doing to improve the quality of life in post-Katrina New Orleans.The entertainment will be by talented entertainers Becky Allen, Marshall Harris and pianist Jim Walpole.Antoine's menu will include a Summer Salad, Trout Almondine with Brabant Potatoes and Baked Alaska. The price is $50 all inclusive, including champagne/wines.Reservations should be made to at margaritabergen@hotmail.com or 504-495-9181.
August 20
"Thursdays at Twilight"is presenting Aug. 20 - Pfister SistersHolley Bendtsen, Yvette Voelker, Debbie Davis and Amasa Miller channel the styles of the swing era, with their recreation of the Boswell Sisters arrangements.W Gates open at 5 p.m. Performances begin at 6 p.m.Pavilion of the Two Sisters, New Orleans Botanical Garden, City ParkAdmission: 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.21
August 21 - 23
11 a.m. - 2 p.m.During the grand opening festivities visitors will be able to enjoy:Tours of the new facilitySneak peek inside the 38 ft. transport trailer and Humane Law Enforcement vehiclesObedience and training demonstrationsChildren's activitiesGiveawaysAdoptions24
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