Tuesday, April 25, 2023

A Toast to New Orleans and YOU- Week of April 24 -May 1st. LPO's Swing In the Oaks/ Audubon Zoo to Do, Jazz Fest and many more.....

 A Toast to New Orleans and YOU- Week of April 24 -May 1st. LPO's Swing In the Oaks/ Audubon Zoo to Do and many more.....

 

Good afternoon my darling family and friends. In a day like today, April 24, I was born 77 years ago in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic.  I am grateful to all of you that made me who I am today! Every day I count my blessings for having lived so long and look forward to many more years. As Maya Angelous said, "My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some compassion, some humor, and some style." Have a blessed week!😘

This past week was a very busy and memorable one. Of course the highlight of it, was my yearly Margarita Champagne Fiesta celebrating my birthday along Sammy Steele, Rick Tringali and those born in the months of April and May. The totally sold-out fiesta was superb. I felt  so bad to turn down many requests but there was room for only 100 and we ended with 108. During my bubbly all-white fiesta I wa showered with love and gifts and I feel so blessed to have so many darling friends. May be an image of 6 people and wedding May be an image of 5 peopleMay be an image of 5 people
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Sorry that I could not put more photos. OMG what a lovely night! Last night the New Orleans Ballet Association presented international favorite State Ballet of Georgia. Making its New Orleans debut (one of only four cities nationwide), the State Ballet of Georgia concluded NOBA’s star-studded 2022-23 Main Stage Season accompanied by the LPO.  Based in the Opera and Ballet State Theatre in the capital city of Tbilisi, this stunning company of “versatile and accomplished” dancers (The New York Times) have soared under the bold artistic direction of world-renowned dancer Nina Ananiashvili (former prima ballerina with Bolshoi Ballet who honored us with her presence. It is always a pleasure to see some of my longtime friends during the intermission.
May be an image of 6 peopleMay be an image of 6 peopleMay be a selfie of 2 people, blonde hair and people smilingWYES Mimosas and Masterpiece featuring "Tom Jones" was so much fun! er. I loved seeing the premiere episode of the upcoming "Tom Jones which will be airing in four parts, Sundays, April 30 – May 21, 2023 at 8pm on PBS/WYES and I cannot wait....,
 I was fortunate to meet while dining in one of Gordon Ramsey's restaurants in London, the actor who played Tom Jones in the movie : Albert Finney (RIP)
 .. Enjoy a timeless romantic comedy in the new adaptation in MASTERPIECE’s retelling of Henry Fielding’s novel Tom Jones, written by BAFTA-nominated Gwyneth Hughes (Vanity Fair) and airing in four parts, Sundays, April 30 – May 21, 2023 at 8pm on PBS/WYES. The program will also be available to stream on wyes.org, PBS.org, PBS Passport, the PBS MASTERPIECE Prime Video Channel, and the WYES and PBS Apps.

I concluded my birthdy week by attending a fabulous Drag Queen Luncheon at Starlight Lounge in Metaire but unfortunately I cannot share the photos sinceI cannot put anymore photos. I will post them next week!
Darlings please put in your calendar and make your reservation now:
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 2023 AT 12 PM – 2:30 PM

Nautical Round Table Luncheon at Southern Yacht Club

Southern Yacht Club Darlings let's welcome the 2023 Summer at a nautical theme Round Table Luncheon on Friday. May 26 at noon at the Southern Yacht Club. The talented Carl Mack, Marshall Harris and others will provide live entertainment.The $80 will include a delicious luncheon of Caesar Salad, choices of Gulf Fish Meuniere or Rosemary Grilled Chicken
and Dessert Duet - White Chocolate Mousse in chocolate tulip with cheesecake. Guest will have 2 drinks of
Domestic & Import Beer, Banquet House Red & White Wine and Sparkling. The seating will be limited so RSVP now by either Venmo, Zelle(Chase) or by sending a check to 811 Marigny Street, Unit C, NO LA 70117
Wishing you a fabulous fun-filled week:

https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Monday--April-24--2023.html?soid=1102589984427&aid=r9ujWvsBs0E

Tuesday, April 25Swing In the Oaks: City ParkThe LPO is excited to present our annual FREE City Park Concert with local favorite Doreen Ketchens.

FEATURING

Carlos Miguel Prieto, conductor
Doreen Ketchens, clarinet
Music for Life Students perform at 5:30 pm. sponsored by the Gia Maione Prima Foundation
LPO takes the stage at 7:00pm.

This event is FREE and open to the public. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and pass a good time with the LPO!

PROGRAM

SMITH: The Star-Spangled Banner
COPLAND: Hoe-Down from Rodeo
TRADBLUE: Just a Closer Walk with Thee
Doreen Ketchens, clarinet
VARIOUS/RICKETTS: Satchmo! A Tribute to Louis Armstrong
PRIMA/ESNEAULT: Sing, Sing, Sing
REBIRTH BRASS BAND REEKS: Do Whatcha Wanna
INTERMISSION
BERNSTEIN: Overture to Candide
WILLIAMS: March from the Motion Picture Superman
WILLIAMS: Raiders March from Raiders of the Lost Ark
LARA: Danzones de Lara
JOHNSON/HERSH: Charleston
HANDY/ESNEAULT: The Saint Louis Blues
Doreen Ketchens, clarinet
TRAD/REEKS: When the Saints Go Marching In
Doreen Ketchens, clarinet

Concert length approximately 90 minutes.
Raindate: Wednesday, April 26, 2023

VENUE

The Great Lawn & Peristyle at City Park
  • 42 Dreyfous Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124


Looking forward to going to the annual, spectacular Audubon Zoo

Hancock Whitney Zoo-To-Do 2023

April 28, 2023

Purchase Sponsor & Patron Tickets

Hightail It to Audubon Zoo: Celebrate Spider Monkeys

Celebrate Audubon Zoo’s Spider Monkey Habitat Expansion and Conservation Efforts!


2023 New Orleans Jazz Fest opens this weekend, with changes | Louisiana Festivals | nola.com


At the Historic New Orleans Collection:



Special exhibition

Opening Friday:“Yet She Is Advancing”: New Orleans Women and the Right to Vote, 1878–1970

Originally created as a virtual experience during COVID-19, “Yet She Is Advancing” expands as a free gallery exhibition opening this Friday, April 28.

The story will be presented through objects, images, documents, and interactive displays—and through the words of the New Orleans women who for nearly 100 years persisted in their struggle to obtain the vote.







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Evenings with Enrique is held every Wednesday in April and October, 5–8 p.m. at the New Orleans Botanical Garden. Guests may enjoy extended hours, strolling through the Garden’s 2,000 blooming flowers and plants from around the world while listening to live music and savoring food and beverages. The event is free for Louisiana residents courtesy of The Helis Foundation.

 

Evenings with Enrique launched in 2016. The series pays homage to renowned artist Enrique Alférez who has over 20 sculptures featured in The Helis Foundation Enrique Alférez Sculpture Garden, an 8,000 sq. ft. park featuring Alférez’s works set within sweeping footpaths surrounded by lush tropical flowers and shrubs.


2023 Musical Lineup





https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/eat-drink/jazz-fest-food-is-cashless-in-2023-signalling-these-changes/article_044086b0-e06e-11ed-8ecf-e797c89ee12b.html#tncms-source=entertainment-featured




Please put this fundraiser in your calendar:  
https://www.myneworleans.com/new-orleans-jazz-museum-announces-gala-headliner/?fbclid=IwAR2IXdORD2pG26KpMYgU0jGE1D5sgrPwIGeZZYIDpcV-JD43UFMTfJBVcP8

It was great to see Chef Ana Castro of Lengua Madre in New Orleans, Louisiana at the Today Show:
https://www.today.com/food/ana-castro-mexican-shrimp-cocktail-sweet-potatoes-peanut-sauce-t284241?fbclid=IwAR3M2kQyjSANdoBV-SaJzDvfpTamXmvGBD3eDbtR4zE_AnDuNtGqNpYN0wQ




https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/mardi_gras/mardi-gras-2024-in-new-orleans-all-parade-dates-and-routes/article_c44e3f08-d7d9-11ed-a430-cb0d6915d8f4.html#tncms-source=entertainment-featured



https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/lsu-garden-news-show-native-azaleas-some-love/article_8b265722-038e-5201-afa6-3cc17464462b.html#tncms-source=the-latest
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