A Toast to New Orleans and YOU Week of December5-14 : Galatoire's Christmas Auction/ Mayor's Ball/ NHHF's Azucar Ball/Fete Noel & Round Table Luncheon on Dec.14
Returning home after a myriad of Soirees
Good afternoon my darling family and friends. Happy Saints Game Monday, December 5. I am looking forward to a day of rest after a fabulous, exciting week which will be followed by another exciting week but of course, what else is new? As Ken Poirot said, “Success is to wake up each morning and consciously decide that today will be the best day of your life.” – “You don’t need a New Year to make a change. All you need is a Monday. "A Fresh Start. The chance to set a new tone for the rest of the week. A great day to be alive. Have a blessed week
Geaux Saints
nts!
Darling this past week was a very exciting week that included the historic visit of the President of France Emmanuel Macron and his wife Brigitte. I didn't get to shake hands, but I got a chance to see his arrival from the historic Cabildo where in the Sala Capitular in 1803,the 'Sale of Louisiana' was the acquisition of the territory of Louisiana by the United States from the French First Republic In return for fifteen million dollars, or approximately eighteen dollars.
| President of France M. Emmanuel Macron, center, listens to a person play a horn on a balcony above Frenchmen Art and Books, with Mitch Landrieu, the former Mayor of New Orleans, on Frenchmen ... www.nola.com |
| The United States, New Orleans and French flags French President Emmanuel Macron at Cafe Negril on Frenchmen Street in New Orleans on Friday. www.nola.com |
| Jon Batiste performs during a State Dinner with President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron on the South Lawn of the White House in Washington, Thursday, Dec. 1, 2022. www.nola.com |
Oh, what a fun loving Friday afternoon that started at the annual holiday festive Krewe of Cork Luncheon at the always delicious GW Finns
Darlings I loved the electrifying performance of the LPO Holiday Spectacular at the Orpheum
memories of decades ago
I enjoyed so much celebrating the Golden Jubilee of The Liberty Bank and Trust, the largest black bank in United States and a member of the New York Stock Exchange. The star-studded celebration took place at the fabulous Mahalia Jackson Theater 
The 5th Annual New Orleans Jazz Museum ‘s spectacular Improvisation Gala was a great success enjoyed by all.
Photo of Grammy Award Winner, Irma Thomas by Beth Arroyo Utterback because i was tired and left before she performed. 
Enjoying the always fun and delicious Patio Planters Welcome Christmas Brunch at Galatoire’s
Jefferson Performing Art Society
Join us for our Inaugural Tree Lighting Ceremony Tonight! 6:00-7:00 p.m. FREE!
Meet Santa & Other Special Guests Bring Coats & Toys for Donations Join us for Caroling! |
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GIVE BLOOD TODAY, GET TWO FREE TICKETS TO SEE "HOLIDAY INN!"
Blood Drive TODAY Monday December 5, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in the Jefferson Performing Arts Center Lobby at 6400 Airline Drive. Walkups Welcome! If you want to pre-register and save some time with paperwork, visit www.donors.vitalant.org and use code JPAS. |
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December 5, 6, 13, 15: Jackson Square Concert Series: This holiday tradition brings a mythical aura to the experience of holiday carols, setting local musicians, church choirs, and singers of all genres against the Gothic splendor of the historic St. Louis Cathedral or Anna's Episcopal Church. Free and open to the public. 6 pm–7 pm. holiday.neworleans.com. See the schedule below:
- DECEMBER 5: DA LOVEBIRDS FEATURING ROBIN BARNES
- DECEMBER 6: RACHEL VAN VOORHEES
- DECEMBER 7: SHADES OF PRAISE
- DECEMBER 8: JOHN BOUTTÉ
- DECEMBER 10: PAPO Y SON MANDAO (ANNA'S)
- DECEMBER 12: ANDRÉ BOHREN WITH THE ELECTRIC YAT QUARTET
- DECEMBER 13: RICKIE MONIE & FRIENDS
- DECEMBER 14: CAMERON DUPUY AND THE CAJUN TROUBADOURS
- DECEMBER 15: LA NOCHA BUENA: SPANISH CHRISTMAS MUSIC OF THE NEW WORLD
- DECEMBER 17: JOY CLARK (ANNA'S)
- DECEMBER 18: THE ST. LOUIS CATHEDRAL CHRISTMAS CHOIR CONCERT
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| Concert ScheduleFrench Quarter Festivals, Inc. Holiday Concert Series: from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Holiday Concert Series: The Friendly Travelers December 3 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Holiday Concert Series: Da Lovebirds featuring Robin Barnes December 5 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Holiday Concert Series: Rachel Van Voorhees December 6 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Holiday Concert Series: Shades of Praise December 7 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Holiday Concert Series: John Boutté December 8 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Holiday Concert Series: Papo y Son Mandao December 10 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Holiday Concert Series: André Bohren with the Electric Yat Quartet December 12 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Holiday Concert Series: Rickie Monie & Friends December 13 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Holiday Concert Series: Cameron Dupuy and the Cajun Troubadours December 14 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM La Noche Buena: Spanish Christmas Music of the New World December 15 from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM French Quarter Festivals, Inc. Holiday Concert Series: Joy Clark December 17 from 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM The St. Louis Cathedral Christmas Choir Concert entitled: Noel, The Story of Christmas |
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Roosevelt Hotel Christmas Concerts in The Lobby- December 5 @
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
FREE
THE ROOSEVELT NEW ORLEANS
130 Roosevelt Way
New Orleans, 70112 United States +
Come to The Roosevelt Hotel for Christmas concerts performed by local New Orleans choirs, all under the twinkling lights of the Roosevelt Lobby!
- Monday, December 5:
- St. Paul's
- Tuesday, December 6: Christian Brothers
- Wednesday. December 7: McGehee
- Thursday, December 8: St. Dominic
- Friday, December 9: Andrew Jackson Middle School
- Monday, December 12: New Voices New Orleans
- Tuesday, December 13: Country Day
- Wednesday, December 14: Our Lady of Prompt Succor
- Thursday, December 15: Kehoe-France
- Friday, December 16- St. Mary's Academy
MOVIE POSTER ARCHIVES GALLERY & GIFTS
HOLDS GRAND OPENING ON DECEMBER 6 WITH
FREE SCREENING, EXHIBIT AND GIFTS
New Orleans-based nonprofit Movie Poster Archives will open a multi-purpose facility housing its first public exhibition gallery. In the past six years, MPA has grown into one of the largest collections of movie posters in the world.
An official grand opening event will take place from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, December 6. Admission is free and there will be tours of the research center, an exhibit of a century of original movie posters, a drawing for a Louisiana film print, and a free screening with complimentary popcorn of the new documentary Introducing Movie Poster Archives: Preserving Paper Memories.
MPA Gallery & Gifts is in Belle Meade Shopping Center, 605 Lapalco Blvd., Gretna between Ochsner and Red, White & Blue. Hours are noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and hours may be expanded for the holidays
The 5:30 p.m. Dec. 6 auctions at Galatoire's , in its 16th year, will feature bidding on reserved tables on the fashionable first floor of the French Quarter restaurant at 209 Bourbon St. The boisterous affairs include drinks and hors d'oeuvres from the world-famous culinary staff.
A $50 ticket admits two and comes with a paddle to participate in the auction. A $25 ticket admits one without a paddle.
The beneficiary organizations will be the Louisiana Museum Foundation on behalf of the New Orleans Jazz Museum, Shepherding Hope Foundation and the Galatoire Foundation.
| The Children's Hospital New Orleans Holiday Parade was a little different from previous Christmas parades. The parade featured massive helium balloons similar to the Macy’s Thanksgiving parade. www.nola.com |
| In the postgame locker room Sunday after his team beat the New Orleans Saints 13-0, San Francisco running back Christian McCaffrey offered a take about the defense he’d just faced. www.nola.com |
| As often seen on Travel + Leisure’s 25 Best Christmas Towns in the USA list, Natchitoches is hosting its 96th annual Christmas Festival through Jan. 6, as the city, the www.theadvocate.com |
7WEDNESDAY AT 4:30 PM – 8 PM
Art of Trade Cocktail Reception
815 Bellecastle St, New Orleans, LA 70115-1823, United States
Not to be missed!
A Juli Juneau Annual Holiday Party/Glass Extravaganza Degas House 2022 December 9
Darlings, i am always looking forward to attending the 2022 Azúcar Ball
The “Best Dancing Party in New Orleans” is back! After a two-year pause, we are proud to announce that our annual fundraiser will take place on December 10, 2022.
This year will mark the 30th year anniversary of our celebration of Hispanic culture, music, and food, so we are diligently working to bring the Azúcar Ball better than ever before.
Prepare your best evening gown, black tie, and dancing shoes to enjoy the culture of Puerto Rico in our
“Parranda Navideña”
We hope to see you all there!
Looking forward to attending these events" HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS AT HISTORIC BK HOUSEChildren’s Tea Party, Christmas Concert, & Home Entertaining – Something for Everyone!
For more than 20 years, children have been invited to bring their favorite dolls to a Tea Party in the legendary French Quarter Museum at 1113 Chartres Street. This year’s festive celebration will take place at 10 am on Saturday, December 10, and will feature storytelling, holiday crafts, snacks and fun activities, plus a visit from a special friend. And, of course, kids can once again bring their dolls along to join them!
Tickets are $15 for children 3 and above and $25 for each parent/guardian. Children 2 and under are free. Space is limited. Tickets are required for each attendee and may be purchased at
www.bkhouse.org.On Sunday, December 11, Christmas cheer abounds with A Very Merry Pops Concert featuring Anais St. John and Harry Mayronne at 6 pm. The dynamic twosome will perform holiday classics like Santa Baby, Joy to the World, Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree and other favorites guaranteed to put you in the holiday spirit. Doors open at 5:30 pm.
Tickets are available at
www.bkhouse.org and are $40. BK House member tickets are $30. This is a bring your own beverage event! Attendees are encouraged to also bring extra cups and bottle openers.
An entertaining lecture, entitled, “Classical Shindig: Amateur Artistry”, with Michael Harold and Dr. Quinn Peeper offers a special treat for the holiday season on Tuesday, December 13, at 6 pm. The presentation by this charming physician – attorney duo is a prelude to their book that will be released in spring of 2023. Harold and Peeper have an amazing history of musical pursuits and lavish parties in their 1860’s Uptown home which inspired them to share their secrets for home entertaining. As a special treat and in the spirit of the season, each attendee will receive a complimentary glass of bubbly! Tickets are $5 and may be purchased at www.bkhouse.org. 
One Book One New Orleans is closing out 2022 with three events in December. We hope to see you all at every one of them! |
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Upcoming Events
December 11: Soul Sister's 16th Annual Holiday Crate Dig + Book Drive; Domino Sound Record Shack (2557 Bayou Road); 3:00-5:00pm
December 17: Local News Book Launch; New Orleans Public Library, Main Branch (219 Loyola Avenue); 2:00-4:00pm
December 18: Community Book Giveaway; Crescent City Farmer's Market at City Park, Tad Gormley Stadium (5400 Stadium Drive, Marconi Drive at Navarre Avenue); 8:00am-12:00pm |
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Tired of Turkey:
Fête de Noël Tuesday, December 13
The Ladies Leukemia League, Inc. invites you to participate in our "Light the Tree of Hope" campaign. A donation in the $1,000 level will entitle you to preferred seating for two, special recognition at the luncheon and patron listing in the invitation and program. A donation in the $3,000 level will entitle you to preferred seating for six, special recognition at the luncheon, and patron listing in the invitation and program. A donation of $5,000 and over will entitle you to all of the above plus a patron table for 10
THE TREE OF HOPE
The Ladies Leukemia League, Inc. will once again host its annual FÊTE DE NÖEL luncheon and fashion show on Tuesday, December 13, 2022.
Through the efforts and dedication of our 225 volunteers, your support of this major event has helped us raise over $4 million dollars for leukemia research. We hope that you will continue your support. |
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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2022 AT 11:30 AM – 2 PM
Round Table Luncheon Saluting the Holiday 2022
Briquette
Darlings, I am thrilled to announce that in addition to the Fashion show coordinated by Tracee Dundas, founder of New Orleans fashion Week of Indigo Boutique, the musical entertainment for the festive, spectacular Round Table Luncheon Saluting the Holidays on Wed. December 14 at noon at Briquette's will be a true celebration of the Holiday!Feliz Navidad will be performed by talented guitarists Julio and Cesar; Claudia Baumgarten In keeping with the spirit of the season, Claudia will perform Tom Lehrer’s classic and hilarious Hanukkah in Santa Monica” LPO cellist Daniel Lelchuk will perform a Bach Prelude and a holiday surprise ; Choreographer, actor & creator of Flashmob New Orleans Kynt Kenneth Bryan; talented Carl Mack, entertainer Marshall Harris and performing and the Twelve Days of Christmas, Suzane Yee McKamey accompanied in the piano by talented Maestro Paul Mauffray. More details to follow!
Some of the days are already taken so please contact Don Rees at 504-307-9491. if you have not made your reservation do so now before it is sold out:
SALAD Winter Salad Spring mix, candied pecans, cranberries, bleu cheese crumbles, and Champagne Vinaigrette dressing MAIN COURSE Blood Orange Cranberry Braised Pork Loin Roast Served with Shrimp & Corn Bread Holiday Dressing and haricot verts DESSERT Flourless Chocolate Torte Raspberry Compote EXECUTIVE CHEF: PETER ISAAC Chef de Cuisine: John Trinh
$75all inclusive. RSVP to Margarita Bergen via Venmo margaritabergen@hotmail or 504-495-9181, Zelle (Chase Bank), or by sending a check for $75 to Margarita Bergen, 811 Marigny Street, Unit C, New Orleans, LA 70117
701 South Peters New Orleans, LA
I cannot wait for Andrea Bocelli to perform for the first time in New Orleans on February 11 at the Smoothie King.
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