Darlings,
By the time you receive this blog, I will be in my way to the National Convention of the Red Hat Society that will be held in Nashville, Tennessee from August 8 to 11. I am one of the Queens and cannot wait to participate and be part of the fun convention. I will be attending with darling friends Sula Tedesco and the creator of the Mardi Gras Mischief Doll, talented Connie Born.
There are going to be a lot of fun parties that I am going to miss but unfortunately there is just one me and I am looking forward to attending the Red Hat Society Convention.
These are some of the fabulous parties that I attended last week
Album CAC's Art in Focus and Artful Awards (9 photos)
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I joined briefly the special reception honoring the legacy of gallery owner Arthur Roger and the support of art collector and actress, CCH Pounder who, unfortunately, could not make it.
Kickoff Party and Spirit of Satchmo Awards (37 photos)e
As in the past the opening night kickoff party and the presentation of the Satchmo awards at the Omni Royal Orleans Hotel was an over the top entertaining and delicious jazzy soiree.
Ellis Marsalis, one of the world’s most decorated jazz musicians, headlined the kickoff party and fundraiser, where he was joined by special guest Ashlin Parker. The fundraiser took place at the Omni Royal Orleans (612 St. Louis St.), with Marsalis performing during the opening dinner and cocktail reception from 7 to 9:30 p.m.
Also happening during the kickoff party was the awards ceremony, where three individuals received a “Spirit of Satchmo Award” for their “commitment to preserving and honoring Armstrong’s legacy.” This year, those three individuals were Jackie Harris (absent), Corey Henry and Ricky Riccardi.
Album 2019 Hancock Whitney White Linen Night( 46 photos)
O What a Night! Indeed it was a beautiful, artful White Linen Night! I started my lovely evening at the VIP party for Hancock Whitney Party at The Advocate and then rushed through some of my favorite galleries since I needed to attend Casa Argentina's Tango Show/dinner at the Hyatt.
Album Casa Argentina's Tango Celebration(22 photos)
Casa Argentina celebrated the 203rd Anniversary of the independence of Argentina with “An Evening of Tango Celebration” at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. The dinner, show and dance event featured some of the world's best dancers as well as local musicians.
Proceeds from this year's event will benefit several programs for the undeserved youth. Casa Argentina is a non-profit organization founded in 1982 with the mission of preserving the Argentinian culture, as well as sponsoring educational and philanthropic activities.
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Before I share all the fun events I want to congratulate New Orleans Chef Nathan Richard for winning 2019 Great American Seafood Cook-Off.
Louisiana Lieutenant Governor Billy Nungesser and the Louisiana Seafood Promotion and Marketing Board crowned Chef Nathan Richard of D.T.B. in New Orleans as the 2019 King of American Seafood after winning the 16th Annual Great American Seafood Cook-off. The event was held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans in conjunction with the Louisiana Restaurant Association EXPO.
I enjoyed a wonderful Sunday luncheon with my darling friends at Mr. B's
Nothing is better in life than having luncheon and champagne with darling friends🍾🍾🍾🍾
Please put in your calendar about the upcoming 🍸
Round Table Luncheon Saluting the 2019-20 Cultural Season on Wednesday, September 11 at noon at the Bourbon Orleans.
On Wednesday, September 11, the annual Round Table Luncheon Saluting the 2019-20 Cultural Season at noon at the Bourbon Orleans Hotel will be hosted by social editor Margarita Bergen and have invited Lt. Governor Billy Nungasser and Lisa D. Alexis, Director of Mayor's Office of Cultural Economy to co host the event .
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, 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; Daniel Hammer , 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, Dr. Maxim Samarov, Director of NO Chamber Orchestra, Nick Stillman , Exec. Director of Prospect 4, Heidi Schmalbach,Exec. Director of Art Council, and Clem Goldberg of the National WWII Museum.
Live entertainment will be by talented bass-baritone Ivan Griffin. Also featured will be Givonna Joseph and Aria Mason, co-founders of OperaCréole with pianist Ashalen Sims.
Pianist Jim Walpole and drummer Carl Mack will perform before and after the Round Table Luncheon.
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. for socializing and seating and the luncheon and speakers start at 12 noon.
The $65- 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.
The Round Table Luncheon is celebrating its 14th year. Since it started on August 2005, the monthly Round Table has been attracting a distinguished guest list of influential movers and shakers. Modeled after Dorothy Parker’s famed gatherings at the old Algonquin Hotel in New York, Each luncheon focuses on a current topic of interest locally within the arts, cultural activities and philanthropic initiatives that set our community apart and enhance our quality of life.
Dates: August 1 – August 31
Times: Vary
August 1, 2019 - August 31, 2019
New Orleans Museum Month
NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM MONTH is a collaboration between museums of all sizes across the greater New Orleans area. It offers museum members the opportunity to visit all participating institutions, FREE OF CHARGE, using their current membership throughout the month of August. Not a member of a local museum yet? Join a participating museum today!
For a list of 2019 participating museums,https://www.neworleans.com/museum-month/
Wednesday, August 7
2019 Hispanic Business Conference & Tradeshow hosted by Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana
The Hispanic Business Conference and Tradeshow is the premiere venue for Hispanic businesses to market their goods and services and it is the perfect opportunity for those reaching out to the Hispanic business community for inclusion in the sourcing process.
9 am–1 pm, Harrah's New Orleans, 228 Poydras St., New Orleans visit https://hccl.chambermaster.com/eventregistration/register/395
Thursday, August 8
Bicentennial Celebration of the Banjo in New Orleans (1819-2019)
presented by Seva Venet
2–3 pm
New Orleans Jazz Museum in the Old U.S. Mint
400 Esplanade Avenue, 3rd Floor
French Quarter New Orleans
Free and open to the Public
Seva Venet's first apprenticeship in New Orleans jazz began in 1999 with Tuba Fats and his Chosen Few band. Seva worked with Tuba Fats for four years in Jackson Square, as well as an extended engagement at Donn’s Bar and Grill, and a myriad of other jobs including second-line parades, French Quarter Fest, Satchmo Fest and Krewe du Vieux, to name a few. It was during his time with Tuba Fats, Seva was introduced to many of the local greats including Greg Stafford, Leroy Jones and Shannon Powell.
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Thursday, August 8
Ogden After Hours presents
6:00-8:00 pm
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
925 Camp St, CBD New Orleans
https://ogdenmuseum.org/events/category/ogden-after-hours
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Thursday, August 8
City Park Twilight Concert Series presents
Thursdays at Twilight featuring The Yat Pack
6-8 pm.
Pavilion of Two Sisters in City Park's Botanical Garden
The Yat Pack is a New Orleans-based band modeled on the 1960s Vegas Swing Era. They will perform classic big band numbers by Frank Sinatra, Louis Prima, Dean Martin and Bobby
Darin, as well as contemporary artists like Michael Bublé, Billy Joel, and Harry Connick, Jr. www.theyatpack.com
Free parking across the street from the Botanical Garden.
Hours: Gates open at 5 pm; music begins at 6 pm.
Friday, August 9- Monday, August 12
New Orleans Salsa Bachata Festival is back for its 3rd year!
#NolaSBF19 will be at the Astor Crowne Plaza Hotel, 739 Canal Street at Bourbon Street. https://www.facebook.com/NolaSBF/
Friday, August 9-Sunday, August 11
HexFest 2019: A Weekend of Witchery in Old New Orleans
Aug. 9 at 5:30 pm – Aug. 11 at 7:30 pm
Bourbon Orleans Hotel
717 Orleans Street, New Orleans
Tales of the magic of the Crescent City of New Orleans stretch back over centuries. It is an enigmatic place where Voodoo, Hoodoo, Witchcraft, and even Christianity blend at a crossroads of spiritual power. On August 9 – 11, 2019, Brian Cain, Christian Day, and the Witches of New Orleans present HexFest: A Weekend of Witchery held in the heart of the historic French Quarter.
Friday, August 9
Saint Mercedes Concert
2– 3 pm
New Orleans Jazz Museum in the Old U.S. Mint
400 Esplanade Avenue, 3rd Floor
French Quarter New Orleans
Saint Mercedes is a multi-instrumentalist, songwriter, and muse. In 2015, she survived a thyroid cancer surgery which left her voice paralyzed. After triumphantly regaining her instrument with the use of one vocal cord, she has reinvented her artistry with a whole new voice. Currently, Saint Mercedes’ collection of original songs is being performed and recorded in collaboration with some the finest producers and musicians in New Orleans.
Tickets for the concert are $8.00, available on the third floor (cash only) and include admission to the Jazz Museum exhibits.
Saturday, August 10
New Orleans Red Dress Run
Starts at Crescent Park
2300 N. Peters Street, Faubourg Marigny New Orleans
2019 will be the 25th anniversary of the New Orleans Red Dress Run! The New Orleans Red Dress Run just keeps getting better and better. Thanks to all of you, NOH3 has now given away almost two million dollars to hundreds of local charities. Let’s see how much more we can add to that this year. Encourage all of your friends to register, to be part of the REAL Red Dress event, and to support New Orleans while having a blast!
100% of the proceeds go to local charities! To register -or donate- go to nolareddress.com
Saturday,August 10
https://dirtylinen.org/
JOIN US FOR THE 19TH ANNUAL DIRTY LINEN NIGHT ... with thirty of your favorite galleries located in the French Quarter in New Orleans for Dirty Linen Night.
The Saturday following White Linen Night is dedicated to Dirty Linen Night. Put on your dirty linens from the week prior and enjoy another evening of art-filled fun - this time, throughout the French Quarter, at the annual Dirty Linen Night.Celebrate 18 years of dirty linen Saturday, Aug. 10 along Royal Street.
Sunday, August 11
BB'S STAGE DOOR CANTEEN presents
Sunday Swing presents – Band of Gold
Now in its 14th season, Sunday Swing is a popular summer program featuring local swing bands and dance instructors.
Dance lessons, 1:30–2:30 p.m. Live music, 2:30–4:30 p.m.
Tickets sold at the door.
Cost: $10 per person; free for Museum Members.
For more information, call 504-528-1944 x 287
Enjoy your week darlings!
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