Darling friends,
Before I start sharing the past social events and upcoming ones, I want to express my deepest sympathy and prayers for the victims and their family of the tragic Hard Rock Hotel's partial collapse. As New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell expressed, “Today’s collapse was a tragedy, and our hearts break for the loss of life. Our focus is on continuing to secure the site and to doing everything we can to support the families impacted as rescue efforts continue.” The repercussion has been a nightmare for the area surrounding the area to the point that the Saenger Theatre had to cancel the rest of the tour of "Wicked."
On a happier note, once again our beloved Saints are victorious and this time was against the Jacksonville Jaguars, 13-6 Geaux Saints!
I also want to congratulate all the winners of this past election.
Congratulations to Le Petit Theatre for its recent fabulous 5th ANNUAL CURTAIN CALL BALL. The annual gala, presented by Iberia Bank, raised $185,000: much-needed funds to support art and education at New Orleans’ famed theatre.
This past week was a very busy one and I enjoyed attending and covering a myriad of soirees and fundraisers that kept me going from one place to another but what else is new!
Among those that I enjoyed attending were:
Album 2019 Magic in the Moonlight (44 photos)
It was a magical, beautiful and fun evening to benefit this cultural asset in our city, enjoyed by all, as we celebrated the 10th anniversary of “Magic in the Moonlight,” presented by the Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust, at the New Orleans Botanical Garden.
This much-anticipated event that, unfortunately, because of the threat of rain, was not held under the moonlight but at the lovely Pavilion of Two Sisters of the New Orleans Botanical Garden. It was held on Friday, October 11. “Magic in the Moonlight” is consistently lauded as one of the city’s most beautiful and enjoyable fundraisers. The elegant, delicious dinner was prepared by Chef John Currence of City Grocery in Oxford, Mississippi. Chef Currence was raised in New Orleans and was very much looking forward to returning home to prepare a special meal for our guests.
Album Cancer Crusaders 19th Annual Celebration of Life (35 photos)
This annual luncheon with over 100 silent auction items, a parade of over 100 prizes, jewelry and trip raffles, honored 13 cancer survivors. Check the list of honorees.
Album The Jazz Society Soiree's Cocktail Social and Dinner (24 photos)
As my darling friend Beth Arroyo Utterback, GM of WWOZ 90.7 FM New Orleans said, "Oh what a night at the magnificent home of the Goldring family! Fabulous friends, food, live music, cocktails. The Jazz Society Soirée benefits the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation’s Heritage School of Music which reaches more than 300 students weekly with free music lessons taught by New Orleans’ finest musicians."
The Jazz Society Soiree's Cocktail Social and Dinner featured Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ Swingers, James Andrews and Tonya Boyd-Cannon.
I concluded my social week on Monday by attending a lovely reception and a Vitascope Hall Marker Dedication.
Album Vitascope Hall Marker Dedication (15 photos)
The exquisite Sazerac House was the setting for the reception to commemorate the historic Vitascope, the first movie theater in the United States on Canal Street in 1896. The lovely reception, hosted by Russ and Sandra Herman, also celebrated the 30th anniversary of the New Orleans Film Festival and was followed by the unveiling and placing of the historical marker at Exchange Place.
Darlings, I need your help. As you know WYES is my favorite TV Station.
My darling friend Sammy Steele and I formed the Team "Mad Hatters" to raise funds for WYES. Please follow the link and contribute and thank you my darling friend. 💞 #LoveWYES.comShow your support to # Mad Hatters during #ILoveWYES. Support your local PBS station, WYES, and make a donation today at https://www.wyes.org/. Any amount is appreciated! THANK YOU!
This upcoming week is going to be a social decathlon since there are 2 or 3 soirees to which I have been invited.
I am going to start the week by attending the National Night Out Against Crime New Orleans
The 36th Annual National Night Out Against Crime is on Tuesday, October 15. The National Night Out Against Crime in New Orleans is a community-wide event to raise crime prevention awareness, reduce crime and increase the support of local, state and federal law enforcement.https://www.crimestoppersgno.org/night-out-against-crime.html
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We invite you and your community to join over 38 million neighbors across 16,000 Communities in celebration of the 35th annual National Night Out.
www.crimestoppersgno.org
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This Wednesday, October 16, I am looking forward to hosting my Round Table Luncheon Saluting Wines and Halloween.
Round Table Luncheon Saluting Wines and Halloween
Darlings, Judy LeBlanc ( 571-4672 ) is back at the Bourbon Orleans and is taking reservation for all the upcoming Round Table Luncheon coming up on Oct 16, Nov 13 at the Bourbon and the spectacular Holiday Round Table Luncheon at the ballroom of the Jung Hotel,
I am so excited to announce that at the Round Table Luncheon Saluting Wines and Halloween on Oct 16, we will be featuring a Market Place that will feature for sale, the beautiful collection of Halloween Hats and Fascinators by Hautes Dames , creative hats by Oliver Manhattan and Magda Marie Nelson. Leila Legendre displaying her beautiful, whimsical bag & purse collection.Talented award winning Glass artist Juli Juneau will display her glass collection and Triness Kuhn will display her marketing work.
.Kathi Callahan will be collecting Ball Gowns for Operation Free Ballgown for the wife military personnel.
Round Table Luncheon Saluting Wines and Halloween on October 16 at noon at Bourbon Orleans Hotel .Reserve now !Judy at 571-4672
In anticipation of The Historic New Orleans Collection's “Uncorked! A History of Wine” on November 2, the luncheon will present Harsha Chacko Ph.D., CSW, of Bonne Cuvee, who will teach us “How to really taste and enjoy wine.”
And, to get you into the musical spirit of Halloween, Kate Fagan will play songs from her “Witchin’ Ball” (Oct. 30 at the AllWays Lounge) with Jeremy Joyce, guitarist from The Haunting band. Pianist Jim Walpole and percussionist Carl Mack will play before and after the luncheon.
Champagne and Wines provided by Sandra Herman.
Prizes will be given to the Best Halloween Hat and complete Halloween Ensemble!
Doors open at 11:30 for networking.
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
Menu for October!
Bibb Lettuce With pickled red onions, candied pecans, and bacon vinaigrette
Creole Gulf Fish Court-Bouillon
Braised gulf fish over a golden creole tomato sauce with chef choice of seasonal vegetable and delicious Tiramisu
Dates to remember :
November 13 - Drag Queen Luncheon at Bourbon Orleans Hotel
December 18-Spectacular Holiday Round Table Luncheon at the Jung Hotel - Reservations are being taken by there RTL by Judy at 571-4672
are being taken by there RTL by Judy at 571-4672
I will be collecting slightly used ball gown at my Round Table Luncheon on Wednesday, October 16 at noon
Darlings, I just cannot wait for the New Orleans Film Festival:
THE 30TH ANNUAL NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL will take place October 16-23
October 16
“Research for the Cure”
Benefits: Louisiana Cancer Research Center
Formerly “Key to the Cure,” the annual Research for the Cure gala will feature some of New Orleans’ finest restaurants and caterers providing fine cuisine while local musicians serenade guests as they shop and browse at Canal Place shops, including Saks.
Formerly “Key to the Cure,” the annual Research for the Cure gala will feature some of New Orleans’ finest restaurants and caterers providing fine cuisine while local musicians serenade guests as they shop and browse at Canal Place shops, including Saks.
Tickets: $75+/Ticket Canal Place-Contact: ResearchForTheCure.org
October 16
Evenings with Enrique presents October 16 - Javier Guitierrez
Free Concert Series-in City Park Botanical Gardens -Entertainment, food & free admission
every WEDNESDAY Evening 5 pm to 8 pm
16“Spirit of the Vieux Carré Gala”
Benefits: Vieux Carré Commission Foundation
Mark your calendars and join us in honoring the work of the VCC Foundation at the Spirit of the Vieux Carré Gala on Wednesday, October 16, 2019. Creole Cuisine Restaurant Concepts, the Ammari Family, and Chef Jimi Setchim look forward to welcoming you to Broussard’s, whose iconic courtyard embodies the French Quarter’s tout ensemble, its quaint and distinctive character and ambiance. Celebrate the Spirit of the Vieux Carré with a Patron Party at 6 p.m. and the Gala at 7 p.m.
Thursday 17
Madeleine Landrieu to receive 2019 NCJW, GNO Section Hannah G. Solomon Award-October 17
The Greater New Orleans Section of the National Council of Jewish Women will be presenting Loyola College of Law Dean Madeleine M. Landrieu with the 2019 Hannah G. Solomon Award. This award is given annually to a community leader who exemplifies the qualities of Hannah G. Solomon, founder of the National Council of Jewish Women. These leaders have brought about important community programs and services through their leadership in a volunteer capacity. Each has been a catalyst for social change.
The awards luncheon will be held on Thursday, October 17, at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, 500 Canal Street, New Orleans. Doors open at 11:15 am and the program/luncheon starts at 12:00 noon. Tickets are $65 and can be ordered online at www.ncjwneworleans.org or by calling (504) 861.7788.
October 17 and October 19
Join the Ogden Museum of Southern Art for its annual “O What A Night! Gala” Dubbed “the Met Ball of the South,” “O What A Night!” is an unparalleled celebration of Southern art, culture and cuisine.
The Ogden Museum of Southern Art will hold its annual “O What a Night!” Gala honoring the founder of the Souls Grown Deep Foundation, William S. Arnett, and renowned American artist, Lonnie Holley, on October 19 with a Patron Party and auction preview on October 17 at the home of Roger H. Ogden and Ken Barnes. The glamorous black-tie event celebrates the important mission of the Ogden Museum: “to broaden the knowledge, understanding, interpretation and appreciation of the visual arts and culture of the American South.”
October 19
The Krewe of Boo Parade
The Krewe of Boo Parade
New Orleans' official Halloween parade, The Krewe of Boo parades through the streets of the "Boo Carre" with hundreds of costumed riders aboard 3D paper maché floats, local bands and marching clubs. more info
Saturday, October 19
New Orleans Ballet Association presents Trinity Irish Dance Company
Join the excitement of toe-tapping Irish stepdancing this coming Saturday, October 19, as the New Orleans Ballet Association opens its 2019-20 Season with a performance of the Trinity Irish Dance Company. Led by innovative Artistic Director/Choreographer, Mark Howard, this Chicago-based company was in the forefront of the Irish stepdance craze that began in the 1990s and continues to this day.
The performance will be at the Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts and will begin at 8 p.m. The theater is located at 1419 Basin St. (Louis Armstrong Park), New Orleans and tickets are priced at $35-$150.
Director Mark Howard will give pre-performance talk at 7:15 p.m. on the theater’s mezzanine level. For tickets and more info call (504) 522-0996 or go towww.nobadance.com. Read more about it in this Thursday’s “Lagniappe” magazine section of the Times-Picayune/New Orleans Advocate or online atwww.nola.com.
Please save this date:
26“A Haunting Affair”
Women’s Guild of the New Orleans Opera Association
Costumes are preferred at this black tie optional affair that begins at 7 p.m. with wicked libations, delectable food, dancing to The Yat Pack, fortune tellers and a costume contest. New Orleans Women’s Opera Guild
Tickets: $125 & $150/Ticket
Costumes are preferred at this black tie optional affair that begins at 7 p.m. with wicked libations, delectable food, dancing to The Yat Pack, fortune tellers and a costume contest. New Orleans Women’s Opera Guild
Tickets: $125 & $150/Ticket
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