A Toast to New Orleans May 14-20 : Politics with a Punch/ LPO Final Concert of the Season/ Women of Substance Luncheon/ Bayou Boogaloo /THNOC Block Party & more
Darlings,
I hope you all had a nice week and enjoyed Mother's Day. As in the past I love to join my brother, Lorenzo Bergen, and my beloved emotional companion, Lolita Bergen, at the VCPORA's 22nd Annual Mother's Concert & Picnic.
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Mother Nature stopped the rain just in time for the VCPORA's 22nd annual Mother's Day Concert & Picnic, generously sponsored by Latter & Blum. My constant emotional companion, Lolita, joined my brother Lorenzo and many concertgoers at Cabrini Park to hear jazz, ragtime, and more from American revivalist ensemble the New Leviathan Oriental Foxtrot Orchestra. I look forward every year to this concert and enjoy very much listening to Bobby Skinner playing the famous Theremin, an electronic musical instrument controlled without physical contact by the thereminist (performer). It is named after its inventor, Léon Theremin (Лев Термен), who patented the device in 1928.
Album 2019 Brennan's Krewe of Turtles (11 photos)
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Lolita and I enjoyed so much the 5th Annual Krewe of Turtles Celebrations. Due to the traffic being blocked off around Conti and Bourbon, we missed the parade but enjoyed the Pardon of the Turtles and the sampling of the champagne bottle.
I think the highlight of our event, was for Lolita to recognize one of the employees at Brennan, Saeid who is the boyfriend of Karen O'Hara who was the former owner of "Peanut." Lolita was overjoyed and the meeting made our day to be a very memorable one!
Album Project Lazarus's Annual Guardian Angel Award Gala (37photos)
The Project Lazarus Annual Guardian Angel Award Gala at the Ace Hotel was once again the perfect opportunity to celebrate the contributions of Project Lazarus’ most incredible friends and supporters. The spectacular event featured a cocktail hour, an elegant three-course delicious meal, an award ceremony, and a high-end live auction.
It honored as Guardian Angels:
Laura Fine, Michael Mcintosh, Robert Lucky, Jason Allen, Khanh T. Ho and a Special recognition to Fr. Paul Desrosiers, co-founder.
It honored as Guardian Angels:
Laura Fine, Michael Mcintosh, Robert Lucky, Jason Allen, Khanh T. Ho and a Special recognition to Fr. Paul Desrosiers, co-founder.
Margarita Bergen added 33 new photos
The 10th Annual Suits and Salad Luncheon as in the past was lovely and I enjoyed seeing so many longtime friends. It feature a tribute to Honorary Chair and Founder of DFSNO Hope Encalade, a keynote speech from Dress for Success Worldwide CEO, Joi Gordon, Volunteer & Client of the Year, fashion show, second line and more!
Album Belles and Beaus Ball Unveiling Party (14)
The lovely Cannery was the venue for the The American Cancer Society to hold its Announcement Party of the 2019 Belles & Beaus.
The 19th Annual Belles and Beaus Ball will be held on September 13, 2019 at Mardi Gras World. The event featured great food, cocktails from Bayou Rum, a silent auction, a wine pull, and Porter Lyons jewelry pull. Proceeds to benefit the Patrick E. Taylor Hope Lodge New Orleans.
Album Prieto Conducts Chávez, Bernstein & Shostakovich (10 photos)
BRAVO Maestro, LPO and Alexandra Soumm. I loved it!
Violinist Alexandra Soumm, conductor Carlos Miguel Prieto, and the LPO brought the audience, an unforgettable night of music by Chávez, Bernstein, & Shostakovich at the Orpheum Theater New Orleans!
Carlos Chávez's Symphony No. 2, “Sinfonía India,” opened the concert program with the musical spirit of Mexico. Alexandra Soumm brought her lyric virtuosity to “Serenade after Plato's Symposium” by Leonard Bernstein. Comprised of an opening slow movement followed by two scherzos, Shostakovich's “Symphony No. 6” had a unique form and ended the program with a blaze.
album BRAVO Spring Membership Meeting(16 photos)
Gregory Curtis, Stephanie Burks , Jenny Hamilton and Ralph Mahana GM of Windsor Court at The Grill Room at the Windsor Court Hotel
The annual BRAVOs Spring Membership Luncheon at the Grill Room of the elegant Windsor Court Hotel was over the top.
The food and the camaraderie were standing. Awards for the outstanding service and generosity to BRAVO were presented by New Orleans Ballet Association Executive Director, Jenny Hamilton, and President of BRAVO Stephanie Burks to the General Manager of the Windsor Court, Ralph Mahana and BRAVO Board Member, Gregory Curtis, Director of Human Resources, Windsor Court Hotel.
Dottie Belletto Christine Vinson,Judge Monique Morial Dr. Kim Field-Marvin, Dottie Belletto, Hannah Beachler, Latona Giwa, Dana Keren and, Danielle Del Sol,
I really enjoyed attending and meeting the 2019 Top Female Achievers. Some of them are longtime friends such as Judge Monique Morial and Dottie Belleto but I loved meeting the young and talented Female Achievers.
Congratulations to 2019 Top Female Achievers: Ashley Longshore, Christine Vinson, Danielle Del Sol, Dr. Kim Field-Marvin, Dottie Belletto, Hannah Beachler, Latona Giwa, , Dana Keren, and Judge Monique Morial that were honored at the Cannery.
In addition to the above fun events, I also loved attending :
My darling friend and cellist for the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, Daniel Lelchuk, invited me to come to Octavia Books for a book signing and discussion by his brother, S.A. Lelchuk, author of a novel, “Save Me from Dangerous Men.” Of course I couldn’t say no and so I had Michael Langford drive me there and found it to be very interesting and fascinating. The book is about a heroic woman who punishes men who are abusers of women and it is envisioned as just the first in a series about the same fictional character. I enjoyed meeting Daniel’s brother, who was visiting from his home in Berkeley, California, and I also enjoyed chatting with Octavia’s always affable owner, Tom Lowenberg. It was a fun and educational evening.
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce ‘s Let’s Empower One Another -Women‘s Business Symposium at the Sheraton in Metarie
Mayra Pineda, President & CEO of Hispanic Chamber of Commerce with Tania Tetlow, President of Loyola, Candace Waterman, President & CEO of Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) and Ileana Suquet, President of New Orleans Hispanic Heritage Foundation Board of Directors T
I concluded my social week by attending :
Album Women of Fashion's Spring Meeting & Luncheon (28 photos)
The Spring General Membership Meeting of Women of Fashion was lovely, informative and delicious. This was the first time that I have been to Fleming's and it was superb.
Darlings, before I share I share all the upcoming events, I want to make sure that you put in your calendar:
The Round Table Luncheon Saluting FestiGals will take place on Wednesday, May 22 at noon in the historic ballroom of the Bourbon Orleans Hotel, 717 Orleans Street in the French Quarter.
The luncheon will be co-hosted by Margarita Bergen and Diane Lyons, Founder of FestiGals Women's Weekend Experience (Thursday, June 20 to Sunday, June 23).
There will be a special cameo appearance by talented entertainer, Amanda Shaw, 2019 FestiGal Grand Diva.
The invited speakers are Dr. Megan Holt, Executive Director, One Book One New Orleans & CEO of Words & Music: A Literary Feast in New Orleans, who will speak about the upcoming Juleps in June on June 28.
Aislinn Hinyup,Vice President, Communications at WYES New Orleans who will speak WYES & PBS fans across southeast Louisiana & the Mississippi Gulf Coast will compete to raise funds for WYES through social media.
Frank Stansbury of the French American Chamber of Commerce will talk about the upcoming La Fête du Vin d’Été, Celebrating White Wines from France (June 22). The event is in its 20th year. He will also speak about the upcoming American-Italian Cultural Center's presentation of Opera at the Piazza on June 21.
Live entertainment will be by Dr. Maxim Samarov, cellist and Director of the New Orleans Chamber Orchestra, as well as well as talented soprano Kathleen Halm Simmons. Pianist Jim Walpole and Carl Mack on drums will provide additional entertainment.
The $65, all-inclusive price includes a delicious, 3-course gourmet luncheon, plus 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.
There will not be a Luncheon June and August but put in your calendar July 17 Saluting Tales of the Cocktail and September 11 Saluting The 2019-2020 Cultural Arts.
Check out the delicious menu:
Salad
Bibb Salad with Tomato, Chopped Bacon and Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
Entree
New Orleans Abita Braised Beef Short Ribs
Chef’s Choice of Starch and Vegetable
Dessert
New York Cheesecake with Strawberry Sauce
Tuesday, May 15
Octavia Books Presents
An Evening with Judith Viorst
at New Orleans JCC
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Please join Octavia Books at the JCC. for a special evening with Judith Viorst - beloved author of ALEXANDER AND THE TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE, NO GOOD VERY BAD DAY - presenting NEARING NINETY And Other Comedies of Late Life. In this newest illustrated poetry collection Viorst explores with signature savvy and humor what it means to be an impending nonagenarian
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May 16
Third annual “Top Taco NOLA 2019”
Benefits: Foster Nola
Event Info.: After postponing in March due to weather, the event will showcase over 40 of New Orleans’ acclaimed restaurants, chefs, spirits and beverages, and will include live entertainment, a silent auction and the chance to crown winners in four categories: Top Creative Taco, Top Traditional Taco, Top Creative Cocktail and Top Traditional Margarita. New this year will be “A Night in Paradiso” presented by El Tesoro – an elevated VIP experience featuring exclusive entry to the event, a private lounge area with premium open bar, exclusive Paradiso and El Tesoro reposado select barrel tastings and all-star chefs.
Tickets: $75/Ticket; $95/First Tasting; $125/VIP Ticket
Location: Woldenberg Park, 1 Canal St.
Contact: 237-5667
May 16
“Business Hall of Fame Gala”
Benefits: Junior Achievement of Greater New Orleans, Inc.
Established in 1984, the “Business Hall of Fame” honors local businessmen and women who have “embraced the spirit of entrepreneurship in our community.” This year’s honorees are: Lynne A. Burkart, Director, Postlethwaite & Netterville; Barry T. Kern, President & CEO, Kern Studios & Mardi Gras World; Dennis Lauscha, President, New Orleans Saints & Pelicans; Curtis A. Pellerin, President, Pellerin Laundry Machinery & James W. Pellerin, Chairman & CEO, Pellerin Milnor Corporation; David M. Rubenstein, President, Rubensteins; Allen Square, Founder & CEO, Square Button; and Lifetime Achievement Award Honoree: Walter E. Blessey Jr., Chairman & CEO, Blessey Marine Services, Inc.; and Business of the Year: Associated Terminals & Turn Services.
Tickets: $700/Ticket Pair;
$3,500-$5,000/Table of 10
Location: The Ritz-Carlton: 921 Canal St.
Contact: 569-8658, JuniorAchievement.org
May 16
Politics with a Punch 17th Anniversary Show Featuring All-Star Panel Thursday Night at Eiffel Society
Check out the exceptional line-up of celebrities:
Hon. Pat Brister, St. Tammany Parish President
Amos Cormier, Former Plaquemines Parish President
Bernie Cyrus, Author; Music Comm.; WGSO Talk Show Host
Arnie Fielkow, CEO-Jewish Federation, Greater N.O
Benny Grunch, Songwriter; Band Leader; Musician
Alden Hagardorn, Actor; Comic; Tour de Force of Revelry
J.D. Sledge, Popular Comedian; Headliner; Punch Favorite
Doors open at 6 p.m. Show is at 8 p.m..
In our 16 years of promoting good natured hilarity, we have featured some of the top political, business, comedic, media and entertainment talent in Louisiana. I am honored to host Politics with a Punch, an event which has attracted sell-out crowds for the past several years.
Tickets are only $20.00 per person/$35.00 per couple.
If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity, please RSVP by sending me an e-mail reply. You can also purchase tickets in advance at a discounted price ($15.00 per person/$25.00 per couple) on-line at our website:POLITICS WITH A PUNCH ONLINE TICKET STORE
May 16
“Dvash: a Celebration of Modern Israeli Cuisine”
Benefits: Jewish Family Service of Greater New Orleans
For its second year, this event will feature a variety of different restaurants and chefs, and their dishes based on Modern Israeli Cuisine. Current Israeli fare includes regional dishes as well as the immigrant collaborative of recipes that have landed in Israel.
Tickets: $75/Ticket; $125-$18,000/Patron or Sponsor-Location: The Cannery: 3803 Toulouse St.
Contact: 831-8475, 501auctions.com/JFS
May 16
LPO final concert of the 2018-19 Season
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra wraps up its 2018-19 season at the Orpheum Theater with performances of Rachmaninoff’s “Piano Concerto No. 3,” Mussorgsky’s “Prelude to Khovanschina” and Stravinsky’s “The Rite of Spring.” Carlos Miguel Prieto conducts. Joyce Yang is the piano soloist on the Rachmaninoff piece. This concert will be given again on Saturday night, May 18, also at the Orpheum; both shows start at 7:30 p.m. Ticket prices range from $20-$140. For reservations and information call (504) 523-6530 or visit www.lpomusic.com. Read more about this event in this Thursday’s New Orleans Advocate.
The final program of the 2018-2019 season begins with Mussorgsky's Prelude to Kovanschina. Next, pianist Joyce Yang brings her dazzling finger-work and musicality to one of the most challenging piano concertos in the standard repertoire, Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 3. Finally, we reach Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring. This revolutionary 20th century piece brings our season full of masterworks to an end.
| Carlos Miguel Prieto | Conductor | Learn More |
| Joyce Yang | Piano |
| Modest Mussorgsky | Prelude to Khovanschina | Listen with Spotify |
| Sergei Rachmaninov | Piano Concerto No. 3 | Listen with Spotify |
| Igor Stravinsky | The Rite of Spring | Listen with Spotify |
Program duration is approximately 2 hours including a 20-minute intermission.
There will be a pre-concert talk one hour prior to the performance.
The Orpheum Theater129 Roosevelt Way
New Orleans, LA 70112
May 16-26
FLOWERS FOR HALIE" - CELEBRATING THE LEGENDARY MAHALIA JACKSON - RUNS MAY 8-26 AT SOUTHERN REP
Southern Rep Theatre presents the world premiere of FLOWERS FOR HALIE, written by and starring New Orleans’ own Troi Bechet. Directed by Richon May, with musical direction by Emanuel Burke Jr., this limited engagement celebrating the legendary “Queen of Gospel,” Mahalia Jackson, begins performances Wednesday, May 8, and runs through Sunday May 26 at Southern Rep’s permanent home located at 2541 Bayou Road, New Orleans.
Starring Troi Bechet as Mahalia Jackson, the cast of FLOWERS FOR HALIE also features Kathleen Moore, Arrie’L Dabon and KeShuna Jones-Lee.
New Orleans’ own Troi Bechet brings a legend to life in this new celebration of the Queen of Gospel. From her early days in a shotgun shack in New Orleans to her international success as a singer and civil rights leader, Mahalia Jackson journeyed in faith and courage. An evening of story and song illuminates the struggles and triumphs of this home-grown American icon.
Performance schedule for FLOWERS FOR HALIE is as follows:
Week 2: May 16 – 18 at 7:30 PM, May 19 at 3:00 PM
Week 3: May 24-25 at 7:30 PM, May 26 at 3:00 PM
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Me and My Girl
Oi! This grand ol' musical comedy was hailed, "the freshest and funniest musical to hit Broadway in ages". Me & My Girl exploded in London's West End where it entertained audiences for 8 years as well as 3 years on Broadway. This multiple Tony & Olivier award winning show whisks you back to the glittering 1930s, where the aristocratic Hareford family are seeking the legitimate heir to the title of Earl. Bill Snibson, a common-as-muck Lambeth cockney turns out to be the long lost Earl of Hareford, and chaos ensues as Bill does his best to learn the art of being posh. With rousing song & dance production numbers and side splitting physical comedy, audiences will be "doin the Lambeth Walk" long after the curtain comes down.
Starring Gary Rucker & Kelly Fouchi Performances May 5-19
May 16.17.18 8pmSunday 19 2pm
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May 17
Bridge House/Grace House present 24th annual “Women of Substance Luncheon”
This annual luncheon presented by James P. Raymond Jr. Foundation and Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust honors prominent local women who serve as role models. The 2019 Award Recipients are Les Vincent (Richard “Buzzy” Gaiennie Award), Arlene Rome (Volunteer of the Year) and Sadie May (Alumna of the Year).
Tickets: $100/Ticket; $1,000/Table of 10- Audubon Tea Room: 6500 Magazine St.Contact: 821-7134
May 17-19
Bayou Boogaloo
Three days of food, music, art and COMMUNITY along the beautiful and historic Bayou St. John in the Mid-City neighborhood of New Orleans.
Music Line-up: Tab Benoit, Cowboy Mouth, Amanda Shaw, Raw Oyster Cult, The Fuzz (A tribute to The Police featuring Tab Benoit), Cole Williams Band, Debauche, Soul Brass Band, Angelo Moore & Brand New Step, Morning 40 Federation, New Orleans Swamp Donkeys, The Tumbling Wheels, Joe Lastie's New Orleans Sound, Roadside Glorious, Little Freddie King, Jamaican Me Breakfast Club, Shinyribs, Erica Falls, Bahkti Caravan with Michelle Baker presented by Swan River Yoga, Patrick Sweany, Sabotage (A tribute to the Beastie Boys), Omari Neville & Fuel, New Orleans Classic Big Band featuring special guests, St. Lorelei, Miss Mojo, J & The Causeways, Steve Riley and Mamou Playboys, Suspects Tribal Gold, Appletini Review, Valerie Sassyfras, South Jones and More....
For more information visit our website: https://thebayouboogaloo.com/
Music Line-up: Tab Benoit, Cowboy Mouth, Amanda Shaw, Raw Oyster Cult, The Fuzz (A tribute to The Police featuring Tab Benoit), Cole Williams Band, Debauche, Soul Brass Band, Angelo Moore & Brand New Step, Morning 40 Federation, New Orleans Swamp Donkeys, The Tumbling Wheels, Joe Lastie's New Orleans Sound, Roadside Glorious, Little Freddie King, Jamaican Me Breakfast Club, Shinyribs, Erica Falls, Bahkti Caravan with Michelle Baker presented by Swan River Yoga, Patrick Sweany, Sabotage (A tribute to the Beastie Boys), Omari Neville & Fuel, New Orleans Classic Big Band featuring special guests, St. Lorelei, Miss Mojo, J & The Causeways, Steve Riley and Mamou Playboys, Suspects Tribal Gold, Appletini Review, Valerie Sassyfras, South Jones and More....
For more information visit our website: https://thebayouboogaloo.com/
https://thebayouboogaloo.com/lineup/schedule/
May 18
“APAS Scholarship Benefit Luncheon & Silent Auction”
Benefits: Asian Pacific American Society
The event raises valuable financial assistance for post-secondary education for local Asian students who are APAS student members. Founded in 1979, APAS is the umbrella organization for 16 Asian communities in the Greater New Orleans area.
Tickets: $60/Ticket; $70/VIP Ticket;$110/Couple Tickets at Pho Orchid: 3117 Houma Blvd., Metairie.: 289-8697
May 18
Nola Soul & Art Fest
$10 - $100
Tickets
Louis Armstrong Park
701 North Rampart Street
New Orleans, LA 70116
Saturday, May 18
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Saturday: International Museum Day / Grand Opening Block Party
Block Party
Saturday, May 18 | 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
500 block of Royal Street
Admission is free. No reservations are required. Food and drink will be available for purchase on a cash-only basis.
Official Block Party in honor of opening of additional exhibition space of The Historic New Orleans Collection
In celebration of the grand opening of its new $38 million exhibition center at 520 Royal St., as well as International Museum Day 2019, The Historic New Orleans Collection will host a block party with live music, food and beverage vendors, and more on Saturday, May 18, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The block party also coincides with New Orleans's hosting the American Alliance of Museums annual conference, which is expected to bring 4,000 visitors to the city.
The event will feature performances from local favorite the Tin Men, Latin band Javier Olondo & AsheSon, traditional brass band the Storyville Stompers Brass Band, the children's band Confetti Park Players and trad jazz band the Detroit Brooks Trio. Food and beverages will be available for purchase from local bars and restaurants including Café Cour-THNOC's new museum café-Country Flame, Kingfish, Longway Tavern, Manolito, and Meauxbar. All food and drink vendors will be operating on a cash-only basis.
THNOC's first major exhibition at 520 Royal St., "Art of the City: Postmodern to Post-Katrina," presented by The Helis Foundation, will be open, as well as a continuing exhibition on the history of the French Quarter. Visitors will be able to engage with the center's dynamic digital interactive displays and hands-on educational space for all ages and visit the larger footprint for THNOC's museum shop.
THNOC's original location at 533 Royal St. will also be open, where visitors can tour the Louisiana History Galleries free of charge.
Admission to both THNOC's sites and the block party is free, and registration is not required. The new exhibition center was made possible in part through generous donations from the institution's local, national and international supporters. The block party is made possible with major support from JP Morgan Chase and Co. and additional support from Waggonner & Ball and Gambel Communications. 11 AM - 3 PMThe Historic New Orleans Collection, 533 Royal St, New Orleans, Louisiana 70130
May 18
Cruisin' into Summer
by Krewe of Stars
$0 - $150
Event Information
Carl & Darric's Home
221 Oakmont Drive
New Orleans, LA 70128
May 19
“Celebrating 95 Years of JLNO” Benefits: Junior League of New Orleans
This festive brunch will be followed by shopping in celebration of JLNO’s 95th anniversary. The Junior League of New Orleans is an organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.
Tickets: $75+/Ticket- Canal Place, 333 Canal St. Contact: 891-5845
Sunday, May 19 @ 5 pm
Trinity Artist Series presents : Three Sopranos:
Joy Meade, Imani and Valerie Francis accompanied by Wilfred Delphin
will present a vocal recital celebrating the life and works of 20th Century composers.
The program will include works by Robert Owens, Gian-Carlo Menotti, Samuel Barber and Seymour Barab.
FREE
Trinity Episcopal Church
1329 Jackson Avenue NO
Trinity Episcopal Church
1329 Jackson Avenue NO
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