A Toast to New Orleans August 7-13; Summer Cure Chefs Wine Dinner” Red Dress Run/ Dirty Linen Night/ Sisters of the Holy Family Benefit Concert & More....
With my darling friend, talented architectural artist Jimmy Blanchard at the Ogden Museum
Darlings,
I hope this blog will find you cool and enjoying all the fun-loving events that our beloved New Orleans has to offer.
Last week, was another social marathon for me and I managed to cover quite a few fun events as will see by these photolinks:
Opening of “Me Got Fiyo: The Professor Longhair Centennial"
Devoted fans of Professor Longhair gathered at the New Orleans Jazz Museum at the Old US Mint for the opening of the exhibit “Me Got Fiyo: The Professor Longhair Centennial.”
“Me Got Fiyo” celebrates both the New Orleans Tricentennial and the centennial of the birth of the most beloved and influential pianist in New Orleans history: Henry Roeland Byrd aka Professor Longhair.
This exhibit showcases “all things Fess,” starting with his origins and development to his early hits such as “Tipitina,” “Mardi Gras In New Orleans,” and “Big Chief” to his 1970s comeback, his untimely death, and his continual presence and influence in New Orleans. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155403646660870.1073743232.581200869&type=1&l=4b38f2d62f
Greater New Orleans Hotel and Lodging Association 2018 Employee of the Year Award
My darling friend, talented Anita Matamoros Oubre, invited me to attend the lovely award ceremony for the Greater New Orleans Hotel and Lodging Association at the fabulous courtyard of the Mazarin Hotel. Anita was one of the nominees and they congratulated her for the honor of being recognized by her peers in the Hospitality Industry. My longtime friend and former City Attorney, Mavis Early, is the new Executive Director of The Greater New Orleans Hotel & Lodging Association (GNOHLA), which is a membership-based, not-for-profit, private association representing the hotel and lodging industry in the Greater New Orleans area. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155403683465870.1073743233.581200869&type=1&l=2148e93eb3
Kick-off of 2018 Satchmo SummerFest
As in the past, the annual sold-out kick-off soiree for the 2018 Satchmo SummerFest and the Spirit of Satchmo Award-winners at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel was outstanding.
It was indeed an evening of music by talented vocalist John Boutté and his band as we celebrated and honored the Spirit of Satchmo recipients Bethany Bultman, Ellis Marsalis and jazz trumpeter Ashlin Parker. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155403721045870.1073743234.581200869&type=1&l=2a678988b1
The Historic NO Collection's Antique Forum Champagne Reception
The Historic New Orleans Collection's Antique Forum Champagne Reception was lovely. It was good to see so many longtime friends and meet new one.
The SOLD-OUT 2018 New Orleans Antiques Forum explored the beauty of items used and valued in daily life long ago. Participants had the opportunity to learn from noted experts, tour private collections, and experience the fascinating sights, sounds, and flavors of the region.
"Taste of Louisiana" VIP Reception
The "Taste of Louisiana" VIP Reception hosted by Louisiana Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board at Generations Hall was delicious. Celebrity Chef Paula Deen joined the reception which is part of the Great American Seafood Cook-off that is taking place August 4-5 at the Morial Convention Center as part of the Louisiana Restaurant Association's EXPO, now in its 65th year.
Congratulations to Lafayette Chef Ryan Trahan of Blue Dog Cafe crowned 2018 King of American Seafood by Lt. Governor Nungesser at the Morial Convention Center. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155406043905870.1073743236.581200869&type=1&l=5c550bb230
2018 International Red Hat Society
OMG! Judging, along with talented Louisiana artist Connie Born, creator of the Mardi Gras Mischievous Dolls, the Costume Contest for the RED HAT SOCIETY INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION, “Let The Good Times Roll” ~ “Laissez Le Bon Temps Rouler” ~ New Orleans, Louisiana, USA (Aug. 1-5) at the Marriott was an incredible memorable experience. Connie presented the winner with her very special doll created for the Convention. I am so sorry that because I had to cover White Linen Night I could not stay for the Gala. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155408325170870.1073743237.581200869&type=1&l=d7fed3ae4f
2018 Hancock-Whitney White Linen Night
The 2018 Hancock-Whitney White Linen Night was a social tsunami for me as I went from one VIP party to another along the myriad of galleries on Julia Street and others nearby. I started my night at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art, followed by the VIP soiree of the Hancock Whitney at the CAC and kept going. I always look forward to seeing the art as well as the artist in such an art-filed night.https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155408586690870.1073743238.581200869&type=1&l=126aa31874
After -Party for the Red Hat Society
OMG again! I am still enjoying the memories of the After-Party for the organizers and directors of the International Red Hat Society Convention at the exquisite mansion of Renaissance man, Carl Mack, owner of the Mardi Gras Costumes & Culture Museum and his partner, Darric Cavalier in the Eastover subdivision of New Orleans East.
Darric cooked a fabulous delicious menu for the party. I enjoyed so much being invited and loved getting to know these fabulous members of the sisterhood of Red Hat Society.https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155410276960870.1073743239.581200869&type=1&l=17a8e4df6a
Darlings, before I share all the wonderful fun events coming up, I want to share the sad news that one of the pillars of the Hispanic community passed away:
One of our dear founding members of Sociedad Española, Mrs. Maria Daly, passed away on August 3, 2018, peacefully in her home, surrounded by family members. She was Sociedad Española President from 1982 to 1988 and a Board Member from 1975 to 2018. She is irreplaceable and will live on in our hearts forever. The funeral will be Saturday August 11, 2018 at Holy Name of Jesus Church, visitation at 11 a.m., followed by a Mass.
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Love New Orleans & She'll Love You Back.
Sincerely,
Frank Stansbury
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Enjoy the digital copy of August New Orleans Living magazine
http://www.livingneworleans.com/New-Orleans-Living-August-2018/mobile/index.html
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New Orleans Living August 2018
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August 1-31, 2018
COOLINARY NEW ORLEANS
Enjoy 2-3 course lunch menus for $20 or less and 3-course dinner menus at $39 or less and a few 3-course brunch menus at $39 or less offered at over 50 award-winning restaurants. Experience cuisine that delights your palate and is an integral part of the history, fabric and culture of New Orleans. http://www.coolinaryneworleans.com/
AUGUST 1-31
7 MUST-SEE MUSEUMS DURING NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM MONTH
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Every August in New Orleans is Museum Month, which offers museum members the opportunity to visit all participating institutions completely free of charge! Check out their latest blog to learn about the 7 museums you shouldn't miss during this awesome time of year. Please note: If you have a membership to any one of these museum then you are invited to explore the other museums without entry fees during August.
Wednesday, August 1
Painters with Pizzazz Art Show Opening
I want to star my social week by attending the Degas House's Cocktail at the Courtyard
Tuesday, August 7
Degas House's Cocktail at the Courtyard
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Trinity Episcopal Church1329 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans504 670 2520JULY TRINITY ARTIST SERIES
Tuesday, August 7 @ 6 pm: Organ & Labyrinth with Albinas Prizgintas. 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.Sunday, August 12 @ 5 pm: Matthew Blaize, baroque banjo, and Albinas Prizgintas, keyboards. Music by Bach and more.
August 8
Hispanic Business Conference & Tradeshow
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Susan G. Komen New Orleans: 17th annual “Summer Cure Chefs Wine Dinner”
17th Annual Summer Cure Chefs Wine Dinner
Friday, August 10, 2018
Join our Co-Chairs Pat Denechaud, Holley Haag, Kristi Post, Dottie Reese Jordan Teich, Coordinator Joe Briand and Committee Members Regan Forrester, Tracie Garner, Jennifer Neil and Elizabeth Williams for a night with outstanding Chefs paired with Wine Importers Extraordinaire.
This annual event will honor five outstanding chefs who each prepare a course paired with Wine Importers Extraordinaire at the Windsor Court
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17th Annual Summer Cure Chefs Wine Dinner Friday, August 10, 2018. Click here to sponsor a table and buy your tickets online. Our 2018 Spectacular Chef line-up includes:
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Vieux Carré by Tennessee WilliamsThe Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans
TWTC kicks off its FOURTH SEASON with an ALL STAR CAST. Set at 722 Toulouse Street, VIEUX CARRÉ follows a young writer, not unlike Williams himself, who arrives one winter in the Crescent City for the first time and falls in love with the fabled French Quarter. It's a dangerous affair, though, and one that involves ambiguous love triangles, desperate longing, and heartbreak. Will the boy be able to navigate his way out of the fog teeming with quarter characters, starving society ladies, hustlers, and buskers? Or will he find himself crushed in the flood of carnal and spiritual desire?
The Marigny Opera House
725 St. Ferdinand Street
New Orleans Louisiana 70117
Contact info@twtheatrenola.com
504-264-2580
504-264-2580
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TWTC kicks off its FOURTH SEASON with an ALL STAR CAST. Set at 722 Toulouse Street, VIEUX CARRÉ follows a young writer, not unlike Williams himself, who arrives one winter in the Crescent City for the first time and falls in love with the fabled French Quarter.
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August 10, 11, 12, 17, 29, 19, 7:00 PM
Tickets: $275/Ticket; $3000+/Sponsor Table
Contact: 455-7310
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Every year on the second Saturday in August, the New Orleans Hash House Harriers (a local “drinking club with a running problem”) host Red Dress Run, a charity “run” in the Crescent City. On August 11, 2018, men and women will be adorned in red dresses and will take over the Marigny and French Quarter neighborhoods.
The run begins in New Orleans Crescent Park in the Marigny neighborhood of New Orleans, just outside of the French Quarter. The runners, with drinks in hand, continue their route through the French Quarter and spend the rest of the day celebrating. Expect a sea of red throughout!
Participants in the Red Dress Run can
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The 17th annual Dirty Linen Night, Saturday August 11, 2018 guarantees a good time. Drinks and musical entertainment will flow as more than 10,000 expected attendees explore the galleries and shoppes. The official event begins at 6pm and lasts for about three hours along the 300 and 900 blocks of Royal Street and beyond. Admission is free. To access the food and drink options bracelets will be available to purchase for $20. 6 PM - 9 PM Dirty Linen Night
200-900 Block of Royal Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116
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Created in 2010 with the purpose of boosting and spreading Spanish films and shorts made by women, Mujeres de Cine is made possible by SPAIN arts & culture. Four films will be screen as matinees at 2 pm on select Saturdays between July 14 and August 25.
Saturday, August 11, 2 pm: Júlia Ist, directed by Elena Martin Saturday, August 25, 2 pm: Summer 1993, directed by Carla Simón
2 PM - 4 PM
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Sunday, August 12
4th Annual Oracle Gala - Ace Hotel
For tickets, visit www.lgbtarchiveslouisiana.org
Sunday, August 12
Sisters of the Holy Family Benefit Concert featuring Jeffrey Osborne
The Sisters of the Holy Family, in partnership with their honorary Chair Couples, Paul and Donna Flower and Joseph and Becky Jaeger, and their presenting sponsors the Hyatt Regency New Orleans and WWL-TV Channel 4, will host a musical and culinary extravaganza, Heavenly Host of Stars, Gala at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans from 7:00-9:30 p.m.; patron party from 5:30-6:45 p.m. Tickets are $125. Sponsorship is available beginning at $300. All sponsors will be acknowledged in the program along with admittance to the patron party.
The concert will feature four-time Grammy nominee, Jeffrey Osborne (“On the Wings of Love”) plus vocalists Sharon Martin, Wanda Rouzan, Connie & Dwight Fitch, and Norman Robinson as the Master of Ceremonies. The artists will be accompanied by the Chris Severin Band.
The concert will feature four-time Grammy nominee, Jeffrey Osborne (“On the Wings of Love”) plus vocalists Sharon Martin, Wanda Rouzan, Connie & Dwight Fitch, and Norman Robinson as the Master of Ceremonies. The artists will be accompanied by the Chris Severin Band.
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Bubbles + Business August Meeting
· Hosted by Bubbles and Business NOLA
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/bubbles-business-august-meeting-tickets-47929378060?aff=efbeventtix
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Eventbrite - Bubbles and Business Team presents Bubbles + Business August Meeting - Tuesday, August 14, 2018 at Ice Pit (Basement of Orpheum Theater), New Orleans, LA.
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Want to escape the heat this August? Come CHILL with us! Bubbles + Business will be hosting a very ICY meeting at the Ice Pit. Come enjoy frozen beverages and toasty treats while enjoying some of our entertaining surprises along the way!
Don't forget to wear your best coat for a chance to win a contest! We'll make sure the Ice Pit is nice and chilly so don't forget to bundle up with all of your trendiest winter attire that you hardly get to wear during a NOLA winter.
B+B was conceptualized with the idea that just as bubbles rise to the top of champagne, we should celebrate the ones around us who help others to rise. Along with no paid admission price to the event and complimentary champs-noshes, an honoree is selected that exudes superior creativity and success by setting the pace for the B+B group to keep pushing individualism along the journey to the measure of each member's personal success.
Tue, August 14, 2018
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CDT
Ice Pit (Basement of Orpheum Theater)
129 Roosevelt Way
New Orleans, LA 70112
Put in your calendar:
August 15
7th Annual Gold Medal Chefs Gala and Hospitality Awards
Celebrity Chef Jose Garces and Louisiana “Gold Medal Chefs” will Prepare a Gold Medal Meal
The Louisiana Hospitality Foundation is pleased to host its 7th Annual Gold Medal Chefs Gala and Hospitality Awards on Wednesday, August 15 at the La Nouvelle Orleans Ballroom inside the Morial New Orleans Convention Center. More than 600 attendees will enjoy an evening of culinary delights featuring a cocktail hour, five-course seated dinner, silent and live auctions, and an industry awards presentation.
Wednesday, September 12
Round Table Luncheon Saluting the 2018-19 Cultural Season at noon at the historic Bourbon Orleans
The Round Table Luncheon will be co hosted by Margarita Bergen and
Dr. Brice Miller, Director of
Mayor’s Office of Cultural Economy
Among the speakers who have been invited are Jenny Hamilton, Director of the New Orleans Ballet Association; Maestro Robert Lyall, Conductor and General Director of New Orleans Opera; Maestro Dennis Assaf, Director of the Jefferson Performing Arts Society; James William Boyd, CEO of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra; Susan Taylor, Exec. Director of the New Orleans Museum of Art, Neil A. Barclay, Director and CEO of the Contemporary Arts Center; Maxwell Williams, Artist Director of Le Petit Theatre; William Pittman Andrews, Executive Director of the Ogden Museum of Southern Art; Dave Hurlbert, Executive Director of the Marigny Opera House; Aimee Hayes, Producing Director of Southern Repertory Theatre; Priscilla Lawrence , Executive Director of The Historic New Orleans Collection; Greg Lambousy,Director of New Orleans Jazz Museum Gary Rucker and Kelly Fouchi, Co-directors of Rivertown Theater, Nick Stillman , Exec. Director of Prospect 4 and .Heidi Schmalbach,Exec. Director of Art Council.
Live entertainment will be by talented Soprano Kathleen Halm Simmons, accompanied on the piano by Timothy Todd Simmons, Executive Director of the New Orleans Opera Association.
Pianist Jim Walpole will perform before and after the Round Table Luncheon.
: The $60, all-inclusive price includes a delicious, 3-course gourmet luncheon, champagne/wines and valet parking. Make your reservations now by calling Judy LeBlanc at (504) 571-4672 or email her at Judy.LeBlanc@BourbonOrleans.com.
Have a wonderful week and stay out of the heat!
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