Darlings,
I hope you all had a wonderful Father's Day and remembered those loving fathers who will be waiting to reunite with us in the other life!
I spent a very quiet day at my condo with my beloved Duchess Chiquita, praying and remembering my beloved father and watching many episodes of "Genius."
I really needed the rest because, as always, I was blessed to have the energy to enjoy a myriad of fun events that included:
Going to Thibodaux, Louisiana for the Louisiana Center for Women in Government & Business' Dinner honoring Louisiana Girls Leadership Academy Attendees at the palatial home of Doctors Raja & Gayathri Talluri. Among the speakers and attendee were Governor John Bel Edwards and his wife, Donna Edwards; Councilman Lloyd "Chip" Badeaux and his wife, Dr. Laura Badeaux; Hon Chief Judge Vanessa Guidry-Whipple; Russ and Sandra Herman; Dr. Rebekah Gee; and U.S. Marshal Genny May. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154411903590870.1073742866.581200869&type=1&l=993ef5940e
On Wednesday, I enjoyed going briefly to a lovely party hosted by my darling friend Seth Bloom who announced his candidacy for City Council to represent District B. The well-attended gathering was at the fabulous Martine Chaisson Gallery on Camp Street. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154413398195870.1073742867.581200869&type=1&l=626d685300
On Thursday, I was invited to attend the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's 2017 Man and Woman of the Year Grand Finale Celebration at the National WWII Museum. The winner of the 2017 Man of the Year was my darling friend Sidney Torres IV. He raised $210,000!
Woman of the Year was Kaye Courington. Congratulations to both of them. Their efforts, combined with the 16 other candidates, raised $829,000, making this MWOY the largest first year event in LLS history. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154417800900870.1073742868.581200869&type=1&l=e333e6a82d
Man and Woman of the Year: Sidney D. Torres IV and Kaye Courington.
My fun week continued at The New Orleans Chamber Orchestra's final concert of the season titled "Across The Americas" at the Marigny Opera House. It was superb. The concert featured horn player Mollie Pate, classical Spanish guitarist Javier Olondo and Conductor Maxim Samarov. I got to meet composers Jerry Sieg and Barbara Jazwinski whose pieces were performed by the orchestra and who were present at the concert, as well as some of the performing musicians.
After the concert I hosted a champagne reception for the musicians at my condo and was delighted to have composer Barbara Jazwinski, Maestros Maxim Samarov and Robert Lyall of the New Orleans Opera, composer John Gentry Tennyson, New Orleans Advocate classical arts writer Dean Shapiro, and guitarist Javier Olondo and his lovely wife among the guests. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154420190480870.1073742869.581200869&type=1&l=d88625a48d
On Saturday, I enjoyed so much joining my brother, Lorenzo Bergen, Duchess Chiquita and David Martins at the Krewe of Stars' Love Boat Pool Party.
The Love Boat sailed and landed at Captain Carl Mack and First Mate Darric Cavalier’s spectacular mansion at Eastover. As Carl Mack Presents’ motto says, “A party is not a party unless It is a Carl Mack's Party!” The pool, the food, refreshments, the entertainment and the setting were awesome. I felt like I was visiting rich relatives in another county! https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154421206740870.1073742870.581200869&type=1&l=9796ff15c2
Darlings, I am looking forward to this upcoming week since it includes one of my favorite festivals: FestiGals, from June 22-24 at the JW Marriott New Orleans.
FestiGals hosts the New Orleans Women's Weekend Experience - a celebration of women and New Orleans. Created by women, for women! For one weekend, it invites women to take a day off and join in this uniquely New Orleans event that unites and honors women while showcasing the city that we love. Highlights of the weekend include: New Orleans Women's Leadership Conference, Bodacious Bras for a Cause Brunch & the Stiletto Stroll Second Line Parade. FestiGals also hosts monthly Cocktails & Conversations networking events for women looking to discover new & exciting things while having a great time.
As the First Grand Diva of FestiGals, I am looking forward to participating in the Stiletto Stroll Second Line Parade on Saturday, June 24. (See complete schedule in the calendar below)
But prior to FestiGals, I am looking forward to attending on Wednesday, the dress rehearsal of Tulane's Summer Lyric Theater’s presentation of Annie Get Your Gun. Opening night is Thursday, June 22 and it will run until June 25.
The International Hotel is celebrating, on Thursday, June 22, St. John's Eve New Orleans Vodou. Please join us in white apparel as we celebrate the Solstice with a 150-year-old ceremony started by the legendary Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, Marie Laveau. The “Spiritual Ceremony” will take place between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m., presented by internationally recognized priestess Sallie Ann Glassman in an altar dedicated to Marie Laveau.
On Thursday, June 22 at 7 p.m., I have been invited by the Director of Trustees of the New Orleans Museum of Art to attend the Member Preview of "Pride of Place" - the making of Contemporary Art in New Orleans - The Arthur Roger Gift to NOMA.
That night, the Thursdays at Twilight Concert Series presents Celebrating New Orleans Music with the Symphony Chorus of New Orleans. Gates open at 5 p.m.; music begins at 6 p.m. at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters in City Park's Botanical Garden .The Symphony Chorus will perform choral works by Shubert and Vivaldi in the first half of the concert, and then music about New Orleans and Louisiana in the second half. Should be a great mix of music.
On Friday, I am looking forward the New Orleans Ballet Theatre's Summer Solstice '17 dance presentation. It takes place on June 23 and 24 this year at New Orleans Center for the Creative Arts (NOCCA), located at 2800 Chartres St, New Orleans. The NOBT, co-directed by my dear friends Gregory and Marjorie Schramel, is Louisiana's premier ballet company, presenting classical and contemporary works in the New Orleans and Baton Rouge area. NOBT presents a unique dance experience steeped in the contemporary traditions of George Balanchine, Maurice Bejart and Twyla Tharp.
Darlings, as you probably guessed I will be very involved attending FestiGals. So enjoy your week!
Darlings, The Round Table Luncheon is taking a much deserved break and there will not be a Round Table Luncheon until Wednesday, July 19 "Saluting Tales of the Cocktail" at noon at the Bourbon Orleans. Cocktail Historian Elizabeth Pearce will be one of my guests as well as the French Consul of France Hon. Gregor Trumel . So save this date because it is one that you will not want to miss .Make your reservations now so that will ensure that you have a place!
JUNE 24th & 25th from 5:00pm-10:00pm
@ Central City BBQ, 1201 South Rampart St.
http://www.nolacaribbeanfestival.com/nolacaribbeanfestival/?mc_cid=f201238b15&mc_eid=8ac57dd4d0
I hope you all had a wonderful Father's Day and remembered those loving fathers who will be waiting to reunite with us in the other life!
I spent a very quiet day at my condo with my beloved Duchess Chiquita, praying and remembering my beloved father and watching many episodes of "Genius."
I really needed the rest because, as always, I was blessed to have the energy to enjoy a myriad of fun events that included:
Going to Thibodaux, Louisiana for the Louisiana Center for Women in Government & Business' Dinner honoring Louisiana Girls Leadership Academy Attendees at the palatial home of Doctors Raja & Gayathri Talluri. Among the speakers and attendee were Governor John Bel Edwards and his wife, Donna Edwards; Councilman Lloyd "Chip" Badeaux and his wife, Dr. Laura Badeaux; Hon Chief Judge Vanessa Guidry-Whipple; Russ and Sandra Herman; Dr. Rebekah Gee; and U.S. Marshal Genny May. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154411903590870.1073742866.581200869&type=1&l=993ef5940e
On Wednesday, I enjoyed going briefly to a lovely party hosted by my darling friend Seth Bloom who announced his candidacy for City Council to represent District B. The well-attended gathering was at the fabulous Martine Chaisson Gallery on Camp Street. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154413398195870.1073742867.581200869&type=1&l=626d685300
On Thursday, I was invited to attend the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society's 2017 Man and Woman of the Year Grand Finale Celebration at the National WWII Museum. The winner of the 2017 Man of the Year was my darling friend Sidney Torres IV. He raised $210,000!
Woman of the Year was Kaye Courington. Congratulations to both of them. Their efforts, combined with the 16 other candidates, raised $829,000, making this MWOY the largest first year event in LLS history. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154417800900870.1073742868.581200869&type=1&l=e333e6a82d
Man and Woman of the Year: Sidney D. Torres IV and Kaye Courington.
My fun week continued at The New Orleans Chamber Orchestra's final concert of the season titled "Across The Americas" at the Marigny Opera House. It was superb. The concert featured horn player Mollie Pate, classical Spanish guitarist Javier Olondo and Conductor Maxim Samarov. I got to meet composers Jerry Sieg and Barbara Jazwinski whose pieces were performed by the orchestra and who were present at the concert, as well as some of the performing musicians.
After the concert I hosted a champagne reception for the musicians at my condo and was delighted to have composer Barbara Jazwinski, Maestros Maxim Samarov and Robert Lyall of the New Orleans Opera, composer John Gentry Tennyson, New Orleans Advocate classical arts writer Dean Shapiro, and guitarist Javier Olondo and his lovely wife among the guests. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154420190480870.1073742869.581200869&type=1&l=d88625a48d
On Saturday, I enjoyed so much joining my brother, Lorenzo Bergen, Duchess Chiquita and David Martins at the Krewe of Stars' Love Boat Pool Party.
The Love Boat sailed and landed at Captain Carl Mack and First Mate Darric Cavalier’s spectacular mansion at Eastover. As Carl Mack Presents’ motto says, “A party is not a party unless It is a Carl Mack's Party!” The pool, the food, refreshments, the entertainment and the setting were awesome. I felt like I was visiting rich relatives in another county! https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154421206740870.1073742870.581200869&type=1&l=9796ff15c2
Darlings, I am looking forward to this upcoming week since it includes one of my favorite festivals: FestiGals, from June 22-24 at the JW Marriott New Orleans.
FestiGals hosts the New Orleans Women's Weekend Experience - a celebration of women and New Orleans. Created by women, for women! For one weekend, it invites women to take a day off and join in this uniquely New Orleans event that unites and honors women while showcasing the city that we love. Highlights of the weekend include: New Orleans Women's Leadership Conference, Bodacious Bras for a Cause Brunch & the Stiletto Stroll Second Line Parade. FestiGals also hosts monthly Cocktails & Conversations networking events for women looking to discover new & exciting things while having a great time.
As the First Grand Diva of FestiGals, I am looking forward to participating in the Stiletto Stroll Second Line Parade on Saturday, June 24. (See complete schedule in the calendar below)
But prior to FestiGals, I am looking forward to attending on Wednesday, the dress rehearsal of Tulane's Summer Lyric Theater’s presentation of Annie Get Your Gun. Opening night is Thursday, June 22 and it will run until June 25.
The International Hotel is celebrating, on Thursday, June 22, St. John's Eve New Orleans Vodou. Please join us in white apparel as we celebrate the Solstice with a 150-year-old ceremony started by the legendary Voodoo Queen of New Orleans, Marie Laveau. The “Spiritual Ceremony” will take place between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m., presented by internationally recognized priestess Sallie Ann Glassman in an altar dedicated to Marie Laveau.
On Thursday, June 22 at 7 p.m., I have been invited by the Director of Trustees of the New Orleans Museum of Art to attend the Member Preview of "Pride of Place" - the making of Contemporary Art in New Orleans - The Arthur Roger Gift to NOMA.
That night, the Thursdays at Twilight Concert Series presents Celebrating New Orleans Music with the Symphony Chorus of New Orleans. Gates open at 5 p.m.; music begins at 6 p.m. at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters in City Park's Botanical Garden .The Symphony Chorus will perform choral works by Shubert and Vivaldi in the first half of the concert, and then music about New Orleans and Louisiana in the second half. Should be a great mix of music.
On Friday, I am looking forward the New Orleans Ballet Theatre's Summer Solstice '17 dance presentation. It takes place on June 23 and 24 this year at New Orleans Center for the Creative Arts (NOCCA), located at 2800 Chartres St, New Orleans. The NOBT, co-directed by my dear friends Gregory and Marjorie Schramel, is Louisiana's premier ballet company, presenting classical and contemporary works in the New Orleans and Baton Rouge area. NOBT presents a unique dance experience steeped in the contemporary traditions of George Balanchine, Maurice Bejart and Twyla Tharp.
Darlings, as you probably guessed I will be very involved attending FestiGals. So enjoy your week!
Darlings, The Round Table Luncheon is taking a much deserved break and there will not be a Round Table Luncheon until Wednesday, July 19 "Saluting Tales of the Cocktail" at noon at the Bourbon Orleans. Cocktail Historian Elizabeth Pearce will be one of my guests as well as the French Consul of France Hon. Gregor Trumel . So save this date because it is one that you will not want to miss .Make your reservations now so that will ensure that you have a place!
The $55 all-inclusive price include a 3-three course gourmet luncheon, champagne/wines and valet parking.
Please make your reservations by calling Judy LeBlanc at (504) 571-4672 or email her at Judy.LeBlanc@BourbonOrleans.com. RESERVATIONS AND PREPAYMENT ARE REQUIRED. Walk-ins will not be accepted, as the hotel will only prepare meals for the number of guests who have made reservations.
Darlings, enjoy this fun-filled week!
Lafete News Link June 21, 2017
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Thursday, June 22 -St. John's Eve | New Orleans Voodoo
 For centuries, the SUMMER SOLSTICE has been celebrated worldwide with ritual bonfire offerings for bountiful harvests & baptismal head washings for spiritual rejuvenation. Today, in New Orleans, this annual rite continues with a spirited mix of Vodou, Catholicism, Native American tradition & Masonic mystery.  Please join us in WHITE as we celebrate the Solstice with a 150-year-old CEREMONY started by legendary MARIE LAVEAU THURSDAY, JUNE 22 • 6:30 – 8:30p SPIRITUAL CEREMONY by internationally recognized priestess Sallie Ann Glassman ALTAR dedicated to Marie Laveau BRING offerings of blue and white candles, flowers, hair ribbons, brushes, barrettes and Creole foods TAKE a white headscarf – a symbol of spiritual rejuvenation |
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 Friday Nights at NOMA | Opening of Pride of Place | Artist Perspective with Simon GunningJUNE 23 AT 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Friday Nights at NOMA opens the museum’s doors for many interesting activities throughout the year: live music, movies, children’s activities, and more. Regular admission prices apply—NOMA members are FREE—but there is no extra charge for programs or films.
The exhibition Pride of Place: The Making of Contemporary Art in New Orleans opens to the public featuring more than eighty works donated to NOMA by renowned gallerist Arthur Roger.
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JUNE 24th & 25th from 5:00pm-10:00pm
@ Central City BBQ, 1201 South Rampart St.
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New Orleans Ballet Theatre's Summer Solstice '17 takes place on June 23rd and 24th this year at New Orleans Center for the Creative Arts, located at 2800 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70117
The New Orleans Ballet Theatre is Louisiana's premier ballet company, presenting classical and contemporary works in the New Orleans and Baton Rouge area. NOBT presents a unique dance experience steeped in the contemporary traditions of George Balanchine, Maurice Bejart and Twyla Tharp.
The New Orleans Ballet Theatre is Louisiana's premier ballet company, presenting classical and contemporary works in the New Orleans and Baton Rouge area. NOBT presents a unique dance experience steeped in the contemporary traditions of George Balanchine, Maurice Bejart and Twyla Tharp.
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