A Toast to New Orleans October 16-22: Night Against Crime/ NO Film Festival/ O What a Night/ Krewe of Boo/ Dance Theatre of Harlem & more......
Darlings,
Don't you just love the glorious fall weather? I have been enjoying it so much and, fortunately, I had the opportunity to be outdoors for a few of the fun events that I attended.
I started my social week by attending a very lovely and delicious
Celebration of Life for Chef René Bajeaux
The Celebration of the Life of talented and acclaimed French Chef René Bajeaux at Patrick van Hoorebeek's Patrick's Bar and Vin was a class act and very moving.
His wife Penny, and their two children, Remy and Clara were there, as well as numerous chefs and many of his friends. René Bajeux spent two decades helming kitchens in New Orleans, including several that he owned and operated. He was one of only 55 "Master French Chefs" in the United States and he moved to New Orleans in 1997. He will be missed. RIP. https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10155556677760870&type=1&l=bf01599807
The annual Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra's “Baubles and Bubbly for Beethoven” at the beautiful Garden District home of Mary Matalin and James Carville was, as in the past, lovely and delicious. The host and hostess were in NYC but the wonderful evening included ready to purchase designer accessories, shoes, scarves, jackets and jewelry from the Encore Shop.
2018 Saks Fifth Avenue 's Key to the Cure Kickoff Gala
Also, as in the past, the 2018 Annual Saks Fifth Avenue's Key to the Cure Kickoff Gala - a Charity Shopping Weekend, fashion show with food and music - was AWESOME!
2018 Magic in the Moonlight
Indeed it was magical! Glorious weather and a bright crescent moon shined upon the guests of the 2018 Magic in the Moonlight presented by the Oscar J. Tolmas Charitable Trust. The majestic oaks and the twinkling lights of the New Orleans Botanical Garden were the setting for the annual alfresco dinner served under the lit oaks showcasing the new Helis Foundation Enrique Alférez Sculpture Garden and the new entrance to the Botanical Garden and Storyland.
Carlos Hornbrook's Wine Tasting
After the Patron Party for the Magic at the Moonlight, my next soiree was a lovely outdoor wine tasting event hosted by Carlos J. Hornbrook in honor of the birthday of his wife Erica on top of the 700 South Peters Condominiums.
Carlos was the high bidder for the wine-tasting that was auctioned off at the annual Susan G. Komen Summer Cure Chef's Wine Dinner at the Windsor Court. The tasting coordinated by Joseph Briand included delicious food from Bacchanal and its executive chef Joaquin Rodas was present.
Carnaval Latino's 2018 Desfile of Las Americas
Carnaval Latino ¡Viva Nueva Orleans!--A Celebration of the Americas
Mother Nature blessed parade participants and revelers with glorious weather to celebrate Carnaval Latino's Parade of the America which wound through our historic French Quarter, where Spanish architecture abounds. It was a sector rebuild from the ashes of two great fires by the Spanish governors of Louisiana in the late 1700s. It ended in the Warehouse District where trade with Latin America helped make our city the Gateway to the Americas. The Hispanic-American Musicians and Artists Cultural Association, Inc. (HAMACA), presenters of the annual Carnaval Latino, invited me, as they have done in the past, to ride as the first local Queen Carnival Latino, in a beautiful convertible courtesy of my darling friend Terry Toppino.
"The Spirit of the Vieux Carré Gala"
The Spirit of the Vieux Carré was felt at the historic Old Ursuline Convent as the Vieux Carré Commission Foundation welcomed guests to the lovely "Spirit of the Vieux Carré Gala" celebrating the Past-Present-Future!
The fabulous and delicious gala was chaired by Daniela & Elie Khoury, Juli Miller Hart, and Sydney Anderson with Honorary Chairs Louellen & Darryl Berger. The Gala honored founder and my longtime friend, S. Stewart Farnet; Master Craftsmen Jeffrey M. Poree and Darryl Reeves and the St. Louis Cathedral Rector, the Very Reverend Philip G. Landry.
What a beautiful night to be at Pop Up at the exquisite E. Schon Gallery
Please Save this Date
October 31- Halloween Day
Round Table Luncheon Saluting JPAS and Halloween
On Wednesday, October 31 - Halloween Day - the annual Round Table Luncheon will salute the Jefferson Performing Arts Society and its upcoming “Pasta and Puccini” Gala (Nov.10) and Halloween 2018. The luncheon will take place at noon in the Bourbon Orleans Hotel, 717 Orleans Street in the heart of the French Quarter, and doors open at 11:30 a.m. The festive event will be co-hosted by social editor Margarita Bergen and Maestro Dennis Assaf, Executive and Artistic Director of the Jefferson Performing Arts Society.
In keeping up with the Halloween theme, guests are encouraged to don costumes of famous Storyville characters or characters out of Toulouse Lautrec's artworks. But other costumes are welcome as well. Prizes will be given to the best costumes.
Maestro Assaf will be bringing in professional performers from the JPAS, along with Pasta and Puccini entertainers. In addition, our talented, beloved Becky Allen, Marshall Harris, Carl Mack and Jim Walpole will add to the live entertainment.
The $60, 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 13th 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.
Darlings the festive Holiday Round Table Luncheon on December 12 at noon at the historic ballroom of the Bourbon Orleans is almost sold out. So Reserve now since there is room for only 225 people and always get SOLD-OUT!
Darling enjoy your week!
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Tuesday Link, Lafete News, October 16
, 2018
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Love New Orleans & She'll Love You Back.
Sincerely,
Frank Stansbury
Lafete News
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October 17-25
NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL
Now in its 29th year, the Oscar-qualifying New Orleans Film Festival (October 17- 25, 2018) has grown into an internationally respected annual event.The New Orleans Film Society brings cutting-edge independent cinema to the city with New Orleans Film Festival and year-round programming since 1989.
New Orleans shines ever brighter as an epicenter of culture and creativity during the New Orleans Film Festival, with 400+ filmmakers from every corner of the world in attendance at 230+ films. We see our greatest impact in the exchange of ideas that occurs when an anticipated 25,000 people gather over the course of 9 days to champion film in New Orleans and engage with visionary films, directors, and other film lovers. NOFF is one of the few film festivals that is Oscar-qualifying in all three Academy-accredited categories.
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Ready to Party?
Join exclusive parties every night of the festival, 9 in total! All parties have an open bar and open to All Access or Weekender (Oct 19-21) Pass holders only, except the Saturday Night Party, which is open to the public. See all parties and receptions here. |
Evenings with Enrique presents Harpist Patrice Fisher- Free
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Oct 17-28
A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2
EXTENDS! NOW THROUGH OCT 28
7:30 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday
Southern Rep Theatre, 2527 Bayou Road, (504) 522-6545;
Tickets $25-$40
A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2
By Lucas Hnath
Directed by Aimée Hayes
When Nora knocks on the door of the house she left 15 years ago, the whole family is in for a surprise. A bold comedy that's both insightful and heartfelt, A DOLL'S HOUSE, PART 2 deftly navigates an emotional obstacle course of regret, recrimination, and reconciliation.
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TheaterPLUS events during the run of Satchmo at the Waldorf
- Bike Night: Thursday, October 18, 2018 Valet bike parking with Bike Easy 7:00 pm
- Student Matinee: Friday, October 19, 2018 10:00 am
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LAFRENIERE PARK FALL CONCERT SERIES
- FREE -Presented By: Lafreniere Park
Thurs. October 18th - The Mixed Nuts
- Location: Lafreniere Park
- Address: 3000 Downs Boulevard, Metairie, LA 70003
- Phone: (504) 838-4389
- Time: 6:30 PM
- Price: Free
- Enjoy Lafreniere's free Thursday night fall concert series!
October 19-20
New Orleans' OperaCréole returns to the Opera House this weekend with a new production: Les Lions de la Reconstruction Performances are at 7:00pm Friday 10/19, Saturday 10/20 and Sunday 10/21. A pre-show lecture will be offered each evening by Dr. Louis Roudane.
This original opera, featuring a libretto by Givonna Joseph and music by Creole composers of the 19th century, examines the contributions of freed people of color to the liberation movement of the 1860's-suffrage, equal protection under the law, and education for all-and its impact on historical luminaries of the time...and on our world today. The work is sung in French, English and Louisiana Creole (Kouri-Vini), and features supertitles.
The music, arranged by local composer Tucker Fuller, includes the works of three composers of color: Edmond Dédé, Basile Bares, Charles Lucien Lambert and. Samuel Snaer. The score also contains additional music by Dr. Marcus St. Julien, and additional lyrics and melodies by Givonna Joseph.
The singers: Chauncey Packer, Richard Hobson, Terrance Brown, Tyrone Chambers, Ivan Griffin, Kenya Lawrence Jackson, Robert Wagner, Jonathan Parham, Valencia Pleasant, Kayla Lewis, Micah Turner, Keturah Hearn Turner, Givonna Joseph, Aria Mason, Joy Meade. Special Guests: Zella Palmer, Cree Merriman Jourdain, Jari Honora, Mark Roudanez..
Steven Edwards
will conduct, with
Dr. Wilfred Delphin
, piano. Choreography by
Lula Elzy.
Tickets:
$40. VIP: Includes 6:15 pre- performance lecture by Mark Roudané, the great-great grandson of Dr. Louis Charles Roudanez, and Barbara Trevigne, great-great-grandniece of Paul Trevigne. Reserved seating.
$30. General Admission.
$40. VIP: Includes 6:15 pre- performance lecture by Mark Roudané, the great-great grandson of Dr. Louis Charles Roudanez, and Barbara Trevigne, great-great-grandniece of Paul Trevigne. Reserved seating.
$30. General Admission.
Get your tickets for one round trip vacation to Neverland to see Peter Pan, playing October 19 through 28.
October 19-21
Friends of City Park's “Ghosts in the Oaks”
This family-friendly Halloween fundraiser asks that children of all ages dress in their Halloween best for unlimited rides, air-brush face painting, live music, arts and crafts, balloon animals, a pumpkin patch and trick-or-treating. Tickets: $12/Member Ticket; $15/Non-member Ticket. Carousel Gardens Amusement Park and Storyland, City Park. Contact: 483-9376
Saturday, October 20
Shangri-La's Witches & Warlocks Champagne Luncheon
Noon at Andrea's
This annual event "Jackets for Needy Scholars" is annual held to support so scholars will have warm jackets for the upcoming cold weather and a little bag of gifts. Shangri-La hope to be able to add first graders this year. All needy scholars are selected by the School. $55pp special three course lunch by Chef Andrea Apuzzo. Entertainment donated by Becky Allen, Marshall Harris, Carl Mack with Jim Walpole on piano. Prizes for best Witches Hat. Gentlemen encouraged to attend. Checks payable to Shangri-la Social Club, 1610 Glenn Swetman St., Biloxi,MS.39530 Personal tables of ten available on a limited number..
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October 20
New Orleans Jewish Community Center's “Center Celebration: A Sweet and Saucy Night at the J”
This event will include cocktails, Kansas City Kosher Barbecue with all the trimmings, an open bar and live music by Kermit Ruffins and the Barbecue Swingers – all poolside.
Tickets: $75/Ticket under 35; $150 and up/Ticket over 35. New Orleans Jewish Community Center, 5342 St. Charles Ave.
Contact: 897-0143
October 20
Darlings, please make sure you do not miss this wonderful soiree this Saturday, October 20
Tickets on sale now for VCPORA’s Vive le Vieux Carré Tricentennial Gala!
Commemorating both VCPORA’s 80th birthday and the City’s 300th birthday, this special event will feature a silent auction, live music, food provided by our presenting sponsor Creole Cuisine, and picturesque views of the French Quarter from inside the historic Cabildo.
Tickets on sale now for VCPORA’s Vive le Vieux Carré Tricentennial Gala!
Commemorating both VCPORA’s 80th birthday and the City’s 300th birthday, this special event will feature a silent auction, live music, food provided by our presenting sponsor Creole Cuisine, and picturesque views of the French Quarter from inside the historic Cabildo.
Ogden Museum of Southern Art “O What a Night!”
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 glamorous black-tie event highlights 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.
6–11 P.M. HONORING Coleman E. Adler II & John Alexander
Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St.: 539-9631
October 20
Krewe of Boo Parade
Krewe of Boo Halloween Parade
New Orleans has a parade for every holiday, and Halloween is no exception. The Krewe of Boo parade is a fun, family-friendly way to celebrate Halloween. Expect Halloween-themed floats with fun throws like beads, doubloons, candy, and plush toys. The parade kicks off Saturday, Oct. 20 at 6:30 p.m. in the French Quarter.
New Orleans' Official Halloween Parade. Starts in the Marigny, rolls through the French Quarter and ends in the Warehouse District for the Monster Mash costume party at Generations Hall. Halloween themed floats with over 400 riders tossing local goodies, 30 marching groups and costume fun.
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Dance Theatre of Harlem
Artistic Director Virginia JohnsonSaturday,
Mahalia Jackson Theater
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Dance Theatre of Harlem
The New Orleans Ballet Association is proud to present the return of world-renowned Dance Theatre of Harlem for a single performance at the Mahalia Jackson Theater in Louis Armstrong Park. The 20-member troupe will present dance works by George Balanchine, Christopher Wheeldon, Darrell Grand Moultrie and a feature-length piece called “Dougla,” a colorful recreation of a wedding ceremony in Trinidad, commissioned by DTH founder, the late Arthur Mitchell from choreographer Geoffrey Holder in 1974.
Dance Theatre of Harlem is celebrating its 50th anniversary this season and they always put on a spectacular performance. Artistic Director Virginia Johnson will hold a pre-performance talk at 7:15 on the theater’s mezzanine level; performance time is 8 p.m. For tickets and information visit www.nobadance.com. You can also read about it in this Thursday's New Orleans Advocate, posted on Wednesday. crIMESTOPPERSGNO.ORG
Sunday, October 21
TRINITY ARTIST SERIES presents, at 5 pm: Hazel & The Delta Ramblers with Hazel, vocals/mandolin: Larry Schlueter, bass; Scott Kropog, guitar; Christy West, fiddle; and Russ Van Dyke, banjo, featuring Old Time Country and Bluegrass Music. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Avenue, New Orleans.
October 21
Music Under the Oaks
Featuring the New Orleans Concert Band. Bring your lawn chairs and join in for a special concert series to celebrate the Audubon Park Conservancy presented
October 21
NICKEL-A-DANCE-FALL 2018 SERIES
GET OUT YOUR DANCIN' SHOES DARLIN'
Davell Crawford & The Creole Jazz Men
4 to 7p.m. FREE
THE MAISON,508 Frenchmen St.
New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 FREE to the public
THE MAISON,508 Frenchmen St.
New Orleans, Louisiana 70116 FREE to the public
Sunday, October 21
Louisiana Landmarks Society’s biggest fundraiser of the year features food, music and dancing. This year’s theme, “Big Fun on the Bayou,” celebrates New Orleans’ tricentennial and cultural connections to Cajun country.
Tickets: $35/Ticket 35 and under; $75 and up/Ticket with Benefits Packages.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2018 - 4:00PM
1440 Moss St
New Orleans, LA 70119
October 22-28
Crescent City Chamber Music Festival
The Crescent City Chamber Music Festival, now in its third year, moves from its past dates of late August into the prime time of the fall cultural season. Founded by New Orleanian Luke Fleming, who now resides in New York, the festival will offer five free concerts at various venues in New Orleans over a six-day stretch. Featured will be members of the Manhattan Chamber Players ensemble founded by Dr. Fleming in 2015, along with the Dover Quartet. Selections will be from the classical, as well as the contemporary repertoire.
For chamber music lovers this is a not-to-be-missed event and it’s worth repeating, in big, bold capital letters, ALL EVENTS ARE FREE! Donations are gratefully accepted. Read all about it, including the full schedule of events, in this Thursday’s New Orleans Advocate (posted on their website on Wednesday). You can also visit the festival’s website at www.crescentcitychambermusicfestival.com.
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