Sue Vaccaro and yours truly at the victorious Saints Vs. Carolina Panthers game
Darlings,
I am still savoring the memories of being in the Superdome for the fabulous victory of our beloved Saints vs. the Carolina Panthers. My darling friend, Tony Award-winning producer Sue Vaccaro, invited me to join her as the guests of Fox TV. It was so much fun bumping into friends and being on the field and later having drinks in our friends’ suites. And when my darling friend Grammy Award winner Irma Thomas sang the National Anthem that made it super special. Geaux Saints GO!
My week was a social decathlon that I am thankful to God for providing me with the energy to keep doing it.
I hope you will enjoy these links:
2017 Lighting of the Lobby of The Roosevelt
Darlings, the annual Lighting of the Lobby Ceremony in the majestic Roosevelt Hotel was magical. Spearheaded by the General Manager, Dennis Pearse, the actual throwing of the switch, a holiday tradition since the 1930s, was done by the family of the late Fats Domino. The lobby display features 44 birch trees, more than 22,000 twinkling lights and scores of festively dressed Christmas trees. I was invited to attend a private soiree in the Blue Room after the lighting of the Lobby
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154851374350870.1073743013.581200869&type=1&l=3a9d9d345e
Royal Sonesta's 12th Annual ‘Lighting of the Balconies
On the other side of Canal Street, three blocks into the French Quarter, the Royal Sonesta New Orleans kept one of their great traditions going as they presented the 12th Annual “Lighting of the Balconies.” As always, it was very festive and I loved the orange trees in the background.
Hosted by WGNO ABC 26’s Kenny Lopez, the newly renovated landmark hotel officially ushered in the French Quarter holiday season with its beloved holiday tradition. Due to the construction on Bourbon Street the soiree took place inside the property's lush interior courtyard. Guests were entertained by talented vocalist, Quiana Lynell, and everyone there enjoyed a very sumptuous and delicious buffet.
With a ceremonial flip of the switch, two young patients from Children's Hospital New Orleans (Landon Arceneaux and Miley Carbo) magically illuminated thousands of twinkling lights that adorn the hotel's classically designed wrought iron balconies. The event is regarded as one of the most memorable local celebrations of the season. Once again, this year's show was infused with plenty of surprises, along with some great entertainment designed to make the holiday season bright for the hotel's guests and patrons.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154853818365870.1073743014.581200869&type=1&l=1452ef12d8
2017 Prix d' Elegance Award Nominees
Darlings, every year the members of Men and Women of Fashion nominate candidates to become the recipients of the award of Best Dressed Man and Woman of the year. 14 women and 17 men were nominated for the honor but only 10 men and 10 women will be selected. The lovely and delicious 2017 Prix d' Elegance Award Nominee Reception took place at the Ritz-Carlton.
Men & Women of Fashion's Prix d'Elegance Awards Luncheon is Wednesday, April 18 at the Hilton New Orleans Riverside. The Ballet Resource and Volunteer Organization (BRAVO), the main fundraising entity of the New Orleans Ballet Association, annually produces the much-anticipated gala, and is the recipient of the proceeds. BRAVO is comprised of over 200 dedicated members. My darling friends Mary Katherine Lonatro-Tusa and Henry Shane are the Hall of Fame Recipients.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154856076950870.1073743015.581200869&type=1&l=3af57c33a9
Ladies Leukemia League's Fete De Noel
The annual Ladies Leukemia League's Fete De Noel at the Hilton was once again a fabulous, very festive soiree. The fashion show by Dillard's was spectacular as well as the delicious luncheon. The cava was pouring at the three tables that Sammy Steele sponsored and, of course, I loved it. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154857545125870.1073743016.581200869&type=1&l=e7aafdd146
2017 Holiday Soiree for New Orleans Consular Corps
On Friday night, I started my fabulous, busy evening at the lovely home of Frank Maselli, Honorary Consul of Italy, where the Consular Corps’ Holiday Soiree took place. I saw so many longtime friends. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154859097795870.1073743017.581200869&type=1&l=3bd03a1d02
2017 Louisiana Women Leaders Conference
The 2017 Louisiana Women Leaders Conference took place on December 2nd at the Marriott New Orleans at 9 a.m in conjunction with Louisiana Center for Women in Government and Business Hall of Fame event.Featured Presenters included Elizabeth Smart and Mike Wagenheim
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154867237025870.1073743026.581200869&type=1&l=e7e19bafee
Son of a Saint 5th Annual Gala
It was that time of year again to attend the lovely SON OF A SAINT 5TH ANNUAL GALA!
It was held at the Le Meridien Hotel on Friday December 1. The evening started with a Patron Party from 7-8 pm, which I attended briefly and was followed by Dinner and Entertainment from 8-10 pm. There was also an after-party from 10 pm-midnight
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154859134485870.1073743018.581200869&type=1&l=2656064927
2017 New Orleans Hispanic Heritage Foundation's Azúcar Ball
Of course, I do not have to tell you that the highlight of my week was the annual super elegant, black tie Azucar Ball 2017 that honored my darling friend, Jenny Hamilton, with the Galvez Cup. It was spectacular. Themed “Festival de Las Flores” and held at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, it was a festive night of music, dancing, great food and entertainment. The prestigious Gálvez Cup was awarded to Jenny who is the dynamic, longtime Executive Director of the New Orleans Ballet Association.
The Gálvez Cup, the highest recognition awarded by the New Orleans Hispanic Heritage Foundation, is presented to a person or entity that has been, through unselfish effort and devotion, of the greatest assistance to the Foundation in its work. The award is named after the most efficient and progressive governor of Louisiana during the Spanish governance period (1776-1783), Don Bernardo de Gálvez. Jenny has worked with the NOHHF in several programs that allow local young Hispanics access to free dancing classes and she has been instrumental over the years in bringing to New Orleans the Ballet Hispánico of New York, Ballet Nacional de Cuba, Ballet Folklórico de México, tango groups from Argentina and many other dance and artistic groups showcasing the Hispanic culture throughout the world. My congratulations to Jenny for a well-deserved honor! https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154860664215870.1073743019.581200869&type=1&l=40de0006cb
8th Annual Dancing for the Arts
The annual Young Audiences of Louisiana's 8th Annual Dancing for the Arts at the Civic Theater was so much fun. I enjoyed so much seeing my darling friends competing and which they all won in one category or another. I was so disappointed that beautiful Sandra Thompson Herman was under the weather.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154861354390870.1073743021.581200869&type=1&l=c2cab4ccbd
Game Twelve: Saints vs. Carolina Panthers - which we won 31-21
WOW! I am so proud of our Saints. What a victory for our Saints vs. the Carolina Panthers 31 to 21. Their victory put them in first place in their division, one game ahead of the Panthers who were tied with the Saints going into Sunday’s contest. So congratulations to the Boys in Black and Gold for a great, exciting game. It will be wonderful to see them hang onto their division lead and go into the playoffs for the first time since the 2013 season. I loved being there and, because of our press passes were able to be on the field, in the press box and visiting our friends at their suites. I also enjoyed listening and videotaping my darling friend, Grammy Award winner and "Soul Queen of New Orleans" Irma Thomas, who sang the National Anthem.
Thank you to my darling friend, Sue Vaccaro, for inviting me to join you. I loved it! https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154862768790870.1073743023.581200869&type=1&l=ae6955b730
I concluded my social week by attending the annual Galatoire's Foundation's Christmas Auction that will benefit charities.
Galatoire Foundation's Auction of Tables for Dec. 22
Oh What a night. I started it at the annual Annual Galatoire Foundation’s auction of Tables for the Friday before Christmas. It will benefit Eden House And Make Breakthroughs Happen Charities. I hate to leave because Veuve Clicquot was pouring but i love seeing my friends bidding for those very desirable tables.
https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10154865505540870.1073743025.581200869&type=1&l=3e66e62b00
Last night was also Tableau's Mistletoe Lighting Party sponsored by Kendrick Gin.
This upcoming week is going to be another social marathon for me. I have to attend many private parties that I will send you photos next week but here are the soirees that should be fun to attend:
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December 4-31
Christmas New Orleans Style- Follow your Joy
33rd Annual Christmas New Orleans Style Event Overview
Reveillon Feasts, Cathedral Concerts, Festive Events, Hotel Deals
'Cause it's Christmastime in New Orleans
For complete Christmas New Orleans Style information and schedules, or to request a guidebook, visit fqfi.org
The Christmas New Orleans Style Concert Series at St. Louis Cathedral started yesterday and tonight my darling friend, talented guitarist Javier Olondo is having a very special concert: Latino Christmas Traditions Christmas New Orleans Style Concert Series
Cathedral-Basilica of Saint Louis King of France
615 Pere Antoine Alley
Jackson Square, French Quarter New Orleans
Free and Open to the Public
Tuesday, December 5, 2017 6pm
Javier Olondo presents Latino Christmas Traditions
Cathedral-Basilica of Saint Louis King of France
615 Pere Antoine Alley
Jackson Square, French Quarter New Orleans
Free and Open to the Public
Tuesday, December 5, 2017 6pm
Javier Olondo presents Latino Christmas Traditions
Wednesday, December 6, 2017 6pm
Beau Soleil Trio avec Michael Doucet
Beau Soleil Trio avec Michael Doucet
Thursday, December 7, 2017 6pm
Opera Creole
Opera Creole
Sunday, December 10, 2017 6pm
The Boutté Family Gospel Concert
The Boutté Family Gospel Concert
December 5
Hotel Storyville Holiday Open House
Tuesday, December 5
LUNA Fete Artists Lecture
Tuesday, December 5, 2017 5:30PM - 6:30 PM
Newcomb Art Museum, Woldenberg Art Center
Tulane University, Uptown
New Orleans
FREE
Come hear from the artists behind LUNA Fête 2017
Pedro Narvaez and Emma Lopez of AVA will discuss how
they made the transition from graphic design to projection
mapping in addition to the application of design principles
in new media and the challenges that come with it.
Tues., Dec. 5
Horseplay and the Sporting Life in America!
6pm - 7:30pm
SoBou, 310 Chartres Street
Join James Beard Award-winning Mixologist and Author, DALE DEGROFF, for a romp through the world of whiskey and thoroughbred racing. Discover the best whiskey drinks through the ages as we celebrate the rich heritage of Bourbon Whiskey and the entrepreneurs who pioneered this great American spirit. Cocktails by Dale DeGroff and Bar Chef Laura Bellucci. USBG members discount available - emailsam@commanderspalace.com for code. Tickets available herehttps://www.sobounola.com/upcoming-events?utm_source=second-street&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=November+30+-
December 6 – 9
LUNA Fête 2017
LUNA Fête 2017 is presented by Pan-American Life insurance Group and is a New Orleans Tricentennial Signature Event. This visionary initiative was created by the Arts Council of New Orleans in 2014 to utilize New Orleans iconic landscape as the canvas for outdoor, public artworks created with light and technology. This annual outdoor spectacle connects New Orleans’ tradition of street-based celebration with connecting people to a new era of contemporary art.
An official New Orleans Tricentennial Signature Event, LUNA Fête 2017 will take place on December 6 – 9 in Lafayette Square and along Lafayette Street to Fulton Street. This multi-day celebration is free and open to the public and features illuminated installations, digital sculptures, video-mapping projections, and art animated by technology – intended to engage and inspire audiences of all ages Luna Fête
TRINITY ARTIST SERIES presents
Christmas Holiday Music
Tuesdays at 6 pm: Organ and Labyrinth
Albinas Prizgintas plays the 5000-pipe tracker organ with ambient
lighting and occasional guest musicians. From Bach to the Beatles
and beyond! A unique and magical distinctively New Orleans musical
meditation. All are welcome. See www.albinas.org for more details
Friday, December 8, 2017 7 pm
Krewe de Voix Chamber Choir, Paul Weber, director
Christmas Concert featuring Traditional Carols, Monteverdi
Motets, A Christmas Cantata from 1736 given to the New
Orleans Ursulines Sisters in 1754
Saturday, December 9, 2017 6:30 pm
New Orleans Black Chorale Christmas Concert directed
by Dr. John E. Ware, delightfully accompanied on piano by
Veronica Downs-Dorsey www.
Sunday, December 10, 2017 5 pm
TRISH FOTI & Friends "Home for Christmas," a Christmas
program featuring Trish Foti, soprano, Jesse Reeks, piano ,
Albinas Prizgintas, organ and others
Trinity Episcopal Church
1329 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans
Police security provided
Handicap access and elevator available
Free and Open to the Public
Southern Syncopators
perform the Music of Armand Piron
Wednesday, December 6, 2017 at 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Preservation Hall
726 St Peter St
French Quarter
New Orleans
reet
,
All Ages Welcome
Little Gem’s Official Holiday Jazz Celebration
Join us for sing-a-longs, specialty cocktails, & the New Orleans
party to start your holidays merry & bright featuring
John Diaz, Monty Banks and Naydja CoJoe
Wednesday, December 6, 2017 7:30pm
- 11:30pm
The Little Gem Saloon and Restaurant
Refined Creole fare plated in a circa-1903 tavern
with live performances by local jazz artists
445 S Rampart St, CBD New Orleans
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Wednesday, December 6
Symphony Chorus of New Orleans presents
Handel Messiah
Wednesday, December 6, 2017 7:30
p.m
Holy Name of Jesus Church,
Loyola's Campus
6367 St. Charles Avenue,
Uptown New Orleans
Tickets at $20 <https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/3176377>
Its uplifting to see generations of families coming to hear Messiah
and experiencing firsthand the true meaning of the season. -
Director Steven Edwards.
First performed during the Easter season in 1742, the baroque
oratorio has become an annual favorite and is a part of the
December holiday ritual for many concertgoers
December 6
Young Leadership Council's Holiday Party
Join YLC's board, volunteers, and staff in celebrating another great year at YLC! This year's Holiday Party will take place at Republic New Orleans on Wednesday, December 6 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Don't miss this opportunity to expand your network and celebrate the amazing work of YLC's volunteer leaders.
Tickets are $20 for members and $30 for non-members, and include two drink tickets for beer and wine, plus food from the incredible Blue Oak BBQ! Vegetarian options will be available. YLC Members must log in before buying tickets to see their discounted price.
December 6-10
Words & Music, Highlights , December 6 – 10
This year’s message from the founders, Rosemary James and Joseph DeSalvo
Dear Friends:
The 20th anniversary of Words & Music, a Literary Feast in New Orleans, sponsored annually by the Faulkner Society, promises to be among the best of the 20 years.
We hope you will join us for some of the events and hear some of the best minds of or time discuss everything from Leonardo da Vinci to war and collateral damage as inspiration for the arts here and abroad to opera and burlesque, to the counter cultural revolution in Brazil and the literature and music the brutal dictatorship and its war against its own people inspired, to how to read Faulkner and Love It, all interspersed with daily doses of music and great food as
only New Orleans can prepare it. All the while some of the country's top agents and editors, who come to New Orleans looking for new literary talent will be critiquing manuscripts submitted by registered writers and conducted advice sessions on writing craft.
Attached is a highlights pamphlet and here is a direct link to our on-line schedule, where the event descriptions are more complete and contain links to biographical material on presenting authors and artists.
https://wordsandmusic.org/2017-words-music-schedule/
https://wordsandmusic.org/2017-words-music-schedule/
December 6
Pelicans vs. Denver Nuggets
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Mercedes-Benz Stadium - Atlanta, GA
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December 8
Pelicans vs. Sacramento Kings
The Soul Rebels
Christmas concert: Baton Rouge Early Vocal Ensemble
Cafe Reconcile Ladies Luncheon and Holiday Market
Pelicans vs. Sacramento Kings
The Soul Rebels
Christmas concert: Baton Rouge Early Vocal Ensemble
Cafe Reconcile Ladies Luncheon and Holiday Market
Friday, December 8
CURRENTS PhotoNOLA Exhibition
Friday, December 8, 2017 from 5 to 7 p.m.,
Ogden Museum of Southern Art
925 Camp St
reet, CBD New Orleans
CURRENTS is an annual exhibition which was initiated
to highlight the contemporary photographic work created
by NOPA members. The show will include work by as
many as fifteen artists, featuring several images by each
selected photographer. The opening reception and juror’s
talk will be held on Friday, Dec. 8 from 5 to 7 p.m., and
the PhotoWALK will be held on Friday, Dec. 8 from 7 to 9 p.m.
December 8
4th Annual New Orleans Mission Gala!
December 8, 2017 at 6pm
The Empire Ballroom at the Hyatt Regency Hotel
The Empire Ballroom at the Hyatt Regency Hotel
Featuring RON HALL
Author of the New York Times bestseller novel, now paramount picutre movie,
"Same Kind of Dfferent As Me"
"Same Kind of Dfferent As Me"
JOHNY DIAZ
An American contemporary christian pop artist, his song "More Beautiful You"
has charted No. 1 on American Christian Music Charts
An American contemporary christian pop artist, his song "More Beautiful You"
has charted No. 1 on American Christian Music Charts
⇒You can purchase your tickets here
⇒ Silent Auction - You can bid on your computer, smart phone, or tablet before and during the event. If you don't have a smart phone or tablet to bring to the event, don't worry! We'll have attendants with iPads and laptops helping you make your bids throughout the night.
December 9
Running of the Santas
Celebration in the oaks Run/Walk
Brothers at Peace Presents Comedy & Culture III ft. Luenell
Running of the Santas
Celebration in the oaks Run/Walk
Brothers at Peace Presents Comedy & Culture III ft. Luenell
Dec. 9
Martin Lawrence Gallery Invites you to our Erté Art Deco Holiday Party and special exhibit, Saturday, Dec. 9 from 4 - 7pm at 400 Royal Street
Come celebrate Erté, the father of Art Deco, and his birthday! Please stop in anytime from 4pm – 7pm Saturday and join in the merriment with wine, musicand the magnificent works of Erté at Martin Lawrence Gallery’s annual holiday exhibition!
Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation
LIGHTS AT THE LAKE HOLIDAY BASH
Saturday, December 9, 2017 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
New Canal Lighthouse
8001 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, LA 70124
(504) 836-2216
Food and drinks will be available. All food items will be $4 and under
Admission to Lights at the Lake is FREE
Parking will be available in the public parking lots all along Lakeshore Drive
ST. RITA SCHOOL SENSATIONAL SINGING PANTHERS 4:00pm.
SHADES OF PRAISE INTERRACIAL GOSPEL CHOIR 4:45pm
WEST END CHRISTMAS BOAT PARADE 5:30PM (approx)
The best spot to view the parade is from the New Canal Lighthouse!
BENNY GRUNCH AND THE BUNCH 6:30PM
Christmas New Orleans style. Come see the King of Christmas
live on the lake closing out the Bash.
You've never seen the 12 Yats of Christmas like this before!
STOP BY OUR PHOTO BOOTH TO TAKE PICTURES WITH SANTA
HO HO HO! YULETIDE RAFFLE
(Availabe in Advance) **Winners need not be present to win**
More More More Details
Saturday, December 9
Jazz & Heritage Concert Series
presents a Free Concert featuring
Helen Gillet and Leyla McCalla
Saturday, December 9, 2017
Sets at 8:00 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. (Doors 7:30 p.m.)
No tickets or advance registration required. No reserved seating.
December 13
The annual festive Round Table Luncheon Saluting the Holidays and the upcoming New Orleans Tricentennial will take place on Wednesday, December 13 at noon at the Bourbon Orleans Hotel.
Mark Romig, President and CEO of the New Orleans Tourism Marketing Corporation, will be the co-host, along with social columnist Margarita Bergen. The Cultural and Historical Co-chairs of the New Orleans Tricentennial Priscilla Lawrence and Sybil Morial, have been invited, as well as the new Mayor-elect of New Orleans, Latoya Cantrell; the Consul of Mexico, Carlos Ponce; the Consul General of France, Vincent Sciama; Romi Gonzalez, Jenny Hamilton, Exec. Director of New Orleans Ballet and Patti Lock, Director of Special Projects for Tall Ships of America.
As in the past the Luncheon will feature a tasting of red wine by winemaker, Dr. James Moises, and a tasting of Champagne and sparkling wines by Republic National Distributing Company. The live entertainment will provided by a myriad of entertainers that will include Becky Allen, Carl Mack, Marshall Harris, pianist Jim Walpole burlesque dancer Trixie Minx, Suzaune Yee McKamey, Conductor Paul Mauffray and vocalist Anais St. John.
Guests are encouraged to wear their finest holiday outfit or costumes and prizes will be given to the best! The $60, all-inclusive price includes a delicious, 3-course gourmet luncheon, champagne/wines and valet parking.
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