Darlings,
Last week was a very hectic week in which I was going from one cultural event to another but, as you know, I do not know any different.
I was invited by the Mexican Consulate to attend the closing ceremony of the Exhibition "Hispanic Convergence" at the Art Gallery of the Consulate of Mexico. It was well attended and the Consulate of Mexico, in cooperation with the Cafe Reconcile and Que Pasa, showcased live Music by Patrice Fisher, Carlos Valladares and Alexis “Papo” Guevara.
The event also marked the opening of "Que Pasa Fest 2015" and the presentation of the “Cervantes-Guillermo De Bango, Excellence in the Arts” awarded to Brenda Murphy of Jambalaya News by the Cervantes Hispanic-American Arts Foundation.https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152999469110870.1073742534.581200869&type=1&l=7c1488940c
I went back next day to a fabulous Tequila Tasting and the Latin Cuisine from Superior Grill at the Mexican Consulate’s art gallery. The tequilas "Tears of Llorona" and "T1" were delicious and so was the food.
On Thursday, I rushed to the annual Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse (CADA) Carnival's Patron's party at the lovely residence of the Flowers on Calhoun Street. The Carnival took place on Friday at City Park's Carousel Gardens.
The highlight of my week was the New Orleans Opera Association's Opening Night Celebration at the Mahalia Jackson Theater. Just as expected, it was spectacular. I joined in the festivities on Friday, October 9 before the curtain rose on the season-opening performance of “La Traviata.” The evening began with cocktails at the Norman Treigle Fountain followed by the Ralph Brennan Restaurant Group serving an exquisite themed dinner on the mezzanine of the theater, complete with camellias and French touches in décor and entertainment. Following the feast, we walked the red carpet and enjoyed Verdi’s epic romantic opera.
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As I mentioned to you last week, this is Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from September 15 to October 15, and as such we had in New Orleans not one but two festivals celebrating all aspects of Hispanic culture – from the food to the music and everything in between. On Saturday, after work, I enjoyed participating in the annual Desfile de las America Parade. I rode with my darling Duchess Chiquita in a beautiful white convertible, courtesy of Vic Planetta of VIP Limousines. It was so much fun and I was proud to of my Hispanic Heritage.
I left after the parade to attend the First Annual Taste of Italy, which was delicious and very entertaining. The magnificent Piazza d'Italia was the setting for this fabulous event that featured Italian delicacies from over 20 different restaurants. Guests danced the night away to the tunes of my favorite group, The YAT Pack, while sipping a fine Italian wine or libation. I loved diving into and learning about the local Italian culture with a walk through the American Italian Museum and viewing the works of famous Italian artists. Viva Italia!https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10153007669030870.1073742537.581200869&type=1&l=9b025f9f84
I ended my cultural activities on Sunday when I participated as one of the "Stars" at the annual Parkway Partners' Feast with the Stars at Gallier Hall. The brunch featured food from local restaurants, jazz and a performance by The Pussyfooters. Proceeds support Parkway Partners' tree-planting projects and school gardens. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10153008276895870.1073742538.581200869&type=1&l=50dc57b567
Darlings, every morning when I look at the obituaries I start to cry in disbelief that another one of my friends has died. Last week, I lost not one - but three - darling old-time friends. The first one was restaurateur Joe Segretohttp://www.nola.com/dining/index.ssf/2015/10/joe_segreto_dies.html, followed by internationally renowned super chef Paul Prudhomme http://www.nola.com/dining/index.ssf/2015/10/paul_prudhomme_dies.html and Donald Wood Sr. http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/theneworleansadvocate/obituary.aspx?donald-w-wood&pid=176080464&fhid=5630. God bless them all for the joy they brought into our lives.
This upcoming week is going to be another social marathon since Tuesday, October 13 is the the 32nd Annual National Night Out Against Crime.
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. It began 32 years ago with NOPD officer.
Join Superintendent Michael Harrison, elected officials, police officers, Q93 FM personality Wild Wayne and your fellow citizens for the kick-off party at St. Roch Park.
On Wednesday, October 14, I am looking forward to hosting the October Round Table Luncheon as we salutes the Jefferson Performing Arts Society and Hispanic Heritage at noon at Antoine’s Restaurant in the heart of the French Quarter.
The international cast of tenors and sopranos for the upcoming JPAS Pasta and Puccini fundraiser will the featured entertainers at the luncheon. Talented tenor Juan Carlos Valls from Uruguay who sings the role of the Duke of Mantua in the upcoming production of JPAS’ “Rigoletto” will join Maestro Dennis Assaf and other members of the cast in performing a selection of songs from the popular Verdi opera. Don’t be surprised if you hear “Le Donna e Mobile.” You may not know the name of this very famous aria but you will definitely recognize it when you hear it.
They will be joined by featured speaker Mayra Pineda, Executive Director of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Louisiana for a very brief overview of the Hispanic Community and its growth. The $50 all-inclusive price includes a 3-course Fall Salad, followed by a stuffed pork dish, with a Champagne Sauce over Yukon Gold seasoned potatoes and baked Alaska for dessert with wines and champagne.
Reservations should be made to margaritabergen@hotmail.com or call (504) 495-9181. CASH OR CHECK PREFERRED! Halloween witches hats are encouraged and the best will receive a prize.
The Key to the Cure Kickoff Gala will take place Wednesday, October 14, 6 – 9 p.m., at Saks Fifth Avenue New Orleans, 301 Canal St. This year’s Gala will feature delectable items from several of our area’s finest restaurants and caterers; a huge assortment of beverages, compliments of Republic National Distributing Co.; and great New Orleans-style entertainment on every level of the store. Complimentary parking will once again be provided the night of the Gala by Roger Ogden, Darryl & Louellen Berger and The Garage at Canal Place. The Gala attracts approximately 1,200 guests each year on average. Suggested dress: Business/Cocktail.
Thursday, October 15 through Sunday, October 18 is the Charity Shopping Weekend.
Key to the Cure 2015 is a four-day charity shopping weekend – Thursday, October 15-Sunday, October 18 – during which 2 percent of sales at Saks Fifth Avenue New Orleans will be donated to the cancer research programs of the Louisiana Cancer Research Consortium.
Over the past 14 years, Saks Stores nationwide have raised over $34 million for cancer charities through Key to the Cure. The New Orleans event has generated $1,550,000 locally, every penny of which went into cancer research here at home.
Darlings, I am getting all excited about the upcoming New Orleans Film Festival that begins this week. Hosted by the New Orleans Film Society, the 2015 NOFF is being held from October 14-22 in several venues throughout New Orleans.
Over the years the festival has provided an opportunity for new and established filmmakers to premiere their latest works. These works most often include full-length features, shorts, documentaries and animation, as well as music videos. The festival kicks off Wednesday, October 14, at the newly-restored Orpheum Theater in downtown New Orleans, and will continue at multiple other venues, like the Prytania Theater, Joy Theater, Theaters at Canal Place and more.
The event will feature 173 selections from NOFF’s open call for submissions from independent filmmakers, in addition to more than one dozen additional films that have acquired distribution. In addition to the esteemed film screenings, the festival also presents a series of mentor sessions, workshops, and panel discussions featuring industry leaders. These, too, are open to the general public.
Others soirees that I am looking to attending are on Friday, October 16. Pasta & Puccini, the Jefferson Performing Arts Society fundraiser, features opera, food and more at the brand new Jefferson Performing Arts Center at 6400 Airline Drive, Metairie. Call (504) 885-2000 for information or go to their website, www.jpas.org.
And would you believe on the same night there’s Magic in the Moonlight. The gala features an outdoor dinner with food by Susan Spicer and music by the Leroy Jones Quintet. Proceeds go toward construction of the New Orleans Botanical Gardens’ new arrival garden.
The Gala is at the New Orleans Botanical Gardens on Victory Avenue in City Park. For more information go towww.magicinthemoonlightnola.com.
On Sunday, my darling friends Timothy Todd Simmons and his talented wife soprano Kathleen Halm will be performing at Trinity Artist Series:
Sunday, October 18 @ 5 pm: Timothy Todd Simmons ,pianist and executive director at New Orleans Opera Association and his wife Kathleen Halm. soprano,
pull out all the stops. A rare opportunity to hear them in concert
Here are a few other things of note that are happening this week:
For complete calendar visit
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Chelsea Clinton - IT'S YOUR WORLD
Meet Chelsea Clinton when she comes to Octavia Books to sign IT'S YOUR WORLD: Get Informed, Get Inspired & Get Going.
To attend, you must purchase a ticket which will be exchanged at the event for one copy of IT'S YOUR WORLD, to be signed by Chelsea when you meet her. You may come as a family-one signing ticket admits up to 4 family members. To ensure that you will get to meet Chelsea in person, please reserve your ticket now by clicking here.
In a book that tackles the biggest challenges facing us today, Chelsea Clinton combines facts, charts, photographs and stories to give readers a deep understanding of the world around them-and how anyone can make a difference. With stories about children and teens who have made real changes big and small-in their families, their communities, in our country and across the world-this book will inspire readers of all ages to do their part to make our world a better place.
In addition to informing and inspiring readers about topics including Poverty, Homelessness, Food Insecurity, Access to Education, Gender Equality, Epidemics, Non-Communicable Diseases, Climate Change, and Endangered Species, this book encourages everyone to get going! With suggestions and ideas for action, Chelsea Clinton shows readers that the world belongs to every single one of us, and every one of us counts.
You can make a difference. You can make a change. It's your world.
You can make a difference. You can make a change. It's your world.
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Tuesday, Oct. 13th 6:00 - 7:30 PM
For the novel's millions of fans, Cynthia LeJeune Nobles' A Confederacy of Dunces Cookbook offers recipes inspired by the delightfully commonplace and always delicious fare of Ignatius and his cohorts. Through an informative narrative and almost 200 recipes, Nobles explores the intersection of food, history, and culture found in the Pulitzer Prize winning novel, opening up a new avenue into New Orleans' rich culinary traditions.
Cynthia Lejeune Nobles discusses and signs her book, The Confederacy of Dunces Cookbook: Recipes from Ignatius J. Reilly's New Orleans.
Jerry Strahan will be on hand with a Lucky Dog Cart!
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Garden District Book Shop
2727 Prytania St
(corner of Washington Ave)
phone: 504-895-2266
email: GDKrewe@aol.com
October 13
Night Out Against Crime
NIGHT OUT PARTY IN THE DRIVEWAY OF
THE BEAUREGARD-KEYES HOUSE,1113 CHARTRES ST-6 P.M.-UNTIL....
HOTDOGS AND THE FIXINGS WILL BE PROVIDED-
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO BRING WINE, CHIPS, DESSERTS,DRINKS ETC…
Night Out Against Crime YLC Kicks Soccer Game at St. Roch Park
YLC Kicks and NOPD YLC Members will be playing a fun game of soccer in honor of National Night Out Against Crimeon Tuesday, October 13 from 5:30 - 6:30pm at St. Roch Park at 1800 St Roch Ave, New Orleans, LA 70117 . Game starts for 5:45pm! Interested coaches, players, volunteers, and fans are encouraged to come out and support this exciting community event. To learn more about YLC Kicks and volunteer opportunities, please email the YLC Kicks Project Leaders at kicks@ylcnola.org. Light refreshments will be served! Please "like" YLC Kicks on Facebook here !
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The following Night Out Parties have registered with Crimestoppers:
ORLEANS PARISH
- 5700-5900 block of Catina
- Spring Lake Neighborhood Association
- Macedonia Baptist Church
- 1852 East Homestead Drive
- 5978 General Diaz
- Donald Harrison Sr. Museum, 1930 Independence St.
- 877 Hidalgo St., Lakeview
- Pete Sanchez Recreation Center
- Mazant Watchers
- Lakewood East Homeowners Association
- Marigny Triangle
- 2700-3000 blocks Republic and France
- 1600 block Industry
- 3101 Esplanade Avenue
- 4900 Constance Street
- Fisher Community Church
- 625 Terrace Street
- Half Shell Oyster Bar
- Jugg's Social Club - 1905 Newton
- Filmore Garden
- Hollygrove Neighborhood Association
- Rue Ve Avenue Subdivision
- Venetian Isles Civic and Improvement Association
- Social Education, 1629 Odeon
- 2407 Louisa Street
- Star Physical Therapy New Orleans East and Lakefront locations
- Forest Park
- Mid-City, 3rd Security District
- Oakridge Homeowners Association
- Zeon City, 1101 South Gayoso Street
- Home First Neighborhood
- Keller Neighborhood Group
- 400 block Amethyst Street/Lakeshore
- Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church
- Littlejohn Funeral Home and Seal's Class Act
- Faith and Prayer
- 2432 LeHarpe
- Lighthouse Community Care of New Orleans
- The Landing at Behrman Place
- 8201 Aberdeen Road
- Behrman Heights
- Sovereign Hope Apostolic Fellowship
- 3507 Paris Avenue
- Hoffman Neighborhood - S. Miro, S. Tonti and MLK Boulevard
- New Hope Baptist Church
- 2412 Clio Street
- We Are One
- Avondale Third District Association
- Job Corps. Hollygrove
- Lake Barrington
- Mt. Olivet Church/Algiers Point Association
- Xavier University/Gert Town
- 2414 Dumaine
- 2300 block St. Philip
- Alma Peters Park
- 6800 Memphis St.
- 5000 block of Burgundy St.
- The Ellis Marsalis Center for Music
- 7000 block of Lake Willow Dr.
- 6854 Argonne Blvd.
- 20 N. Blue Ridge Ct.
- 1249 LeBouef St.
- 6800 Memphis St.
- Skate Country West Bank
- Rose Hill Subdivision - Reyness St.
- Melia Neighborhood - 4720 Stemway Dr.
- Villa Sites - 9900 Haynes Blvd.
- Palm Air Civic Assoc. 9400 Palm St.
- St. Matthew United Church - Algiers
- Little Woods
- 7001 Lawrence Rd.
- Guste Homes & Development
- 9025 Chef Menteur Hwy.
- 5700 -6000 blocks of Magazine St.
- Village De Jardin Senior Community
- Irish Channel
- Faubourg Livaudais - 2309 Dryades St.
- Mariners Cove Townhouse Assoc.
- Park Timbers - 1 Park Timbers Dr.
- Touro Bouligny Neighborhood Assoc. - 3900 block of Camp St.
- Loyola University
- Shops on Magazine St. (between Jefferson and Nashville)
- Oak Park Civic Assoc. - Holy Cross School Parking Lot
- Southern University - 6400 Press Dr.
- 6870 Gen. Haig
- Timber Grove Homeowners - 161 Cypress Grove
JEFFERSON PARISH
- St. Rita Church
- Elmwood Park Civic Association
- 616 Jefferson Heights
- 4712 Haring Court
- North Rio Vista Neighborhood Association
- 1304 Green Acres Road
- 6404 Glendale Street
- 4400 Cushing Street
- 6204 Leslie Street
- 5012 and 5244 Meadowdale Street
- 3612 Kent Avenue
- 4216 Academy Drive
- Nineveh Baptist Church and Jefferson Cops and Clergy
- 2012 Titan Street
- 105 Sydney
- 300 block of Brooklyn Avenue
- 3000 42nd Street
- 233 Ridgeway Drive
- 227 Aurora
- Golden Ages Center/Jefferson Playground
- 210 Bonnabel Boulevard
- 3208 Lake Trail
- 1900 Division Street
- 1819 Homer Street
- Bordeaux Village TownHome Association
- 4532 Marseilles Place
- 3741 Scofield Street
- 10 Savannah Ridge Lane
- Maple Ridge and Oleander Streets
- 4500-4600 Richland Avenue
- 161 Frederichs Road
- Regular Baptist Church
- 3401 Haring Road
- 437 Cohen St.
- Westminster Park Civic Association
- 933 Sena Drive
- River Garden Street
- Rock of Ages Church
- 6500 block General Haag
- Homeowner's Association of Village Green
- 42nd Street neighbors
- Bissonet Plaza - Wagner Library
- Kensington Civic Association
- Homestead Brockenbraugh Homeowners Association
- Whitney Heights
- 242 Metairie Lawn Dr.
- W. Napoleon & Taft Park
- 537 Shirmaine Ln.
- 905 W. Monterey Ct., Gretna
- 735 Springtyme Dr., Belle Chasse
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Wednesday. October 14
Round Table Luncheon Saluting JPAS and Hispanic Heritage
October Round Table Luncheon Salutes JPAS and Hispanic Heritage on Wed. October 14 at noon at Antoine’s
The international cast of tenors and sopranos for the upcoming JPAS ‘s Pasta and Puccini fundraiser will the featured entertainers at the monthly Round Table Luncheon on Wednesday, October 14 at noon at Antoine’s Restaurant.
Talented tenor Juan Carlos Valls from Uruguay who plays Duque de Mantua in the upcoming production of JPFA’s Rigoletto will join Maestro...
See MoreTalented tenor Juan Carlos Valls from Uruguay who plays Duque de Mantua in the upcoming production of JPFA’s Rigoletto will join Maestro...
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Free Wednesdays at the New Orleans Museum of Art
Where: New Orleans Museum of Art, One Collins C. Diboll Circle, City Park, New Orleans, Louisiana 70124
When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: Everyone welcome, free admission is for Louisiana residents
How: Just show up
F ree admission on Wednesdays for Louisiana residents sponsored by the Helis Foundation.
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Newly appointed Artistic Director, Maxwell Williams, makes his New Orleans theatre debut directing Wilder's Pulitzer Prize-winning masterpiece. Groundbreaking at the time of its premiere, and beloved ever since, Our Town tells the captivating tale of two intertwined families, and the small town of Grover's Corners, U.S.A. Using the history of New Orleans, and particularly Le Petit Théâtre for inspiration, our fresh take on this quintessential American play will re-invigorate your love of drama
OCTOBER 15-18, 2015
THURSDAY - SATURDAY EVENINGS: 7:30PM
SUNDAY AFTERNOONS: 3PM
Maxwell Williams, Director of Our Town
Le Petit Théâtre du Vieux Carré
616 St. Peter Street
New Orleans, LA 70116
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Walking to New Orleans
When: Thursdays-Sundays, 4 & 7 p.m. Continues through Dec. 31
The show dramatizes the work of Fats Domino and Dave Bartholomew at Carver Theater. The musical show featuring Al "Lil Fats" Jackson and Shamarr Allen dramatizes the musical collaboration of Fats Domino and Dave Bartholomew, who produced a string of R&B hits in the 1950s. At 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. at the Carver Theater.
The New Orleans Film Society released the list of the feature films selected for competition in the 26th Annual New Orleans Film Festival this year.
The festival will take place from Oct. 14 - 22, and marks the first year the NOFF is an Oscar-qualifying festival in the category of documentary shorts. Seven of the 24 films in the competition will have their world premiere at the festival, which will screen more than 170 movies total.
"The sustained growth of the festival demonstrates that Louisiana is an established hub of the entertainment industry," says New Orleans Film Society Executive Director Jolene Pinder, "and the New Orleans Film Festival serves as a barometer for what's happening in the state."
Here is a list of the movies that were selected for competition out of 3,4000 submissions, including descriptions of the films provided by the New Orleans Film Society.
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New Orleans at Night by Kerri McCaffety
I often think that the night is more alive and more richly colored than the day. -Vincent Van Gogh
Book Launch & Signing:
Friday, October 16, 2015
New Orleans Museum of Art
6:00 - 8:00 PM
wine and hors d'oeuvres
RSVP to Monique Tourres, mtourres@noma.org
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Jump, Jive, and Wail: The Music of Louis Prima
October 11 - November 29, 2015
Fri-Sat-Sun October 16,17,18,30,31 2015
Fri-Sat-Sun November 1,14,15,27,28,29 2015
https://ticketing.nationalww2museum.org/Webstore/shop/ViewItems.aspx?CG=Tickets&C=JJW
Our Big Easy Award-winning tribute to the man they called the "The Wildest!" returns for a limited engagement. Jump, Jive, and Wail: The Music of Louis Prima celebrates a unique New Orleans talent who made an incomparable contribution to American popular music and entertainment. Enjoy such timeless Prima classics as Sing, Sing, Sing, Just a Gigolo, Oh Marie, That Old Black Magic, and Basin Street Blues.
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945 Magazine Street New Orleans, LA 70130, Entrance on Andrew Higgins Drive
PHONE: (504) 528-1944 - FAX: (504) 527-6088 - EMAIL:
info@nationalww2museum.org
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October 16-17 * 23-24Fridays - 4:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Saturdays - 1:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.Admission - $6Children 12 years old and under get in free
Rivertown, 415 Williams Blvd, Kenner, LA 7006 2
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October 16
Concerts in the Courtyard
The Historic New Orleans Collection’s popular outdoor music series continues Friday, October 16, with a performance from Banu Gibson, whose appearance at the May event was rained out. Now in its eighth year, Concerts in the Courtyard offers a fun, casual and affordable way to kick off the weekend.
8th Annual “On Broadway” Gala
The Lambeth House Foundation holds its 8th Annual “On Broadway” Gala to benefit the Lambeth House retirement community in Uptown New Orleans. Come celebrate with food, drink, music and more. Lambeth House, 150 Broadway Ave. Contact: (504) 872-9720
October 17
Renaissance Bleu
Dillard University celebrates its arts and culture with performances and art displays by students and professional artists, and there's a five-course dinner and music. Tickets are available for each event separately or the entire evening. Dillard University, 2601 Gentilly Blvd., (504) 816-4091; www.dillard.edu.
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Nickel-A-Dance Fall 2015
LOCATION:
The Maison Restaurant and Music Club
508 Frenchmen Street
October 18th- Brian O'Connell and the Real Deals
Trinity Artist Series:
Sunday, October 18 @ 5 pm: Timothy Todd Simmons ,pianist and executive director at New Orleans Opera Association and his wife Kathleen Halm. soprano,
pull out all the stops. A rare opportunity to hear them in concert
Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329, Jackson Ave. New Orleans
Call
504 670 2520
October 18
Burgers, Bourbon & Beer
Second Harvest Food Bank's fundraiser features food from local restaurants, a best burger contest, Abita beers, bourbon cocktails and more. Call (504) 734-1322 for information.
October 20
LPO Volunteers' Encore Shop Fundraiser
On Tuesday, October 20, from 6-9 p.m., the LPO Volunteers' Encore Shop will hold its 9th annual fundraiser to benefit the musicians of the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. The event will take place at the lovely home of Patricia and Vernon Brinson, located at 217 Audubon Boulevard.
As in past years, the fundraiser will feature delicious food, a designer boutique and music by a local trio. Chairs of the event are Patricia Brinson and Alix Rico.
A Patron Party will take place on Monday, October 19, from 6-8 p.m., at the Encore Shop, 7814 Maple Street, where Patrons will have a private champagne-sipping shopping experience of the new Fall/Winter merchandise.
The Encore Shop is owned and operated by the LPO Volunteers, an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to service and support the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra.
Photos from last week
I participated along withDuchess Chiquita Bergen in the annual Desfiles de las America and it was fun!
fabulous Tequila Tasting and the Latin Cuisine from Superior Grill at the Art gallery of the Consulate of Mexico. The Consulate of Mexico. the tequilas "Tears of Llorona" and "T1" were delicious and so was
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CADA Carnival's Patron's party at the lovely residence of the FLOWERS In Calhoun Street
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