Monday, May 22, 2023

A Toast to New Orleans and YOU! Week of May 22-29: Les Amis Du Lycee Francais's Nuit de la Music/Food Flights/ Nautical Round Table Luncheon/ Memorial Day events

  A Toast to New Orleans and YOU! Week of May 22-29: Les Amis Du Lycee Francais's Nuit de la Music/Food Flights/ Nautical Round Table Luncheon/ Memorial Day events

 

Good afternoon, my darling family and friends. It is Monday, May 22 and I feel blessed to have survived a remarkably busy social week. I am looking forward to Friday, May 26, when I will host my Sold-Out Nautical Round Table at the lovely Southern Yacht Club at the lovely Southern Yacht Club. 😘
"Your Monday morning thoughts set the tone for your whole week. See yourself getting stronger, and living a fulfilling, happier and healthier life. "– Germany Kent. Have a great, blessed week!
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It is not every week that we have so many social cultural soirees. I  could not attend everyone but those  that I attended i enjoy them tremendously!

BRAVO's Danse de Jardin Benefitting the New Orleans Ballet Association at the historic Gallier Hall was SPECTACULAR! The setting, the beautifully dressed guests, the delicious cuisine, and the libations made it to be a very memorable fundraiser.
The Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra Season Finale: Opus Ball Celebrating Carlos Miguel Prieto at the Orpheus Theater was superb. It was an incredibly special evening as we celebrated and thanked Carlos Miguel Prieto for seventeen years as the Adelaide Wisdom Benjamin Music Director and Principal Conductor. I enjoyed seeing philanthropist Adelaine Wisdom Benjamin as well as Carlos's parents, his wife, and his beautiful children.
The evening included a seated dinner followed by a celebratory concert featuring music by Copland and special guests Jon Cleary and Tank & the Bangas. Dynamic Maestro Carlos Miguel Prieto will be missed tremendously by all of us that knew and loved him.
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Friday Night was a swirl of fun-loving soirees. Sammy Steele and I started at the VCPORA's At Home in Vieux Carre. The soiree was held at historic Greek Revival Townhouse on 906 Royal Street where talented Scott Tilton and Rudy Bazenet, founders of the Nous Foundation reside. Their home, on the third floor, boasts impressive views of the charming mixed-use from their charming gallery. I used to visit the second floor where my darling friend Marda Burton (RIP) held her Sunday Soirees. Miss her so much!

In my way to the New Orleans Opera's Liberace and Liza, Sammy Steele and I stopped by the Project Lazarus Annual Guardian Angel Award Gala that celebrated the contributions of our most incredible friends and supporters. The JW Marriott was the venue of the lovely Gala that honored Jason Waguespack, David G, Lumpkin(posthumously) and Fr.  Paul Desrosiers


The invitation to "An Evening with Liberace and Liza" asked me to bring my " bling" and as such I did!
The New Orleans Opera An Evening with Liberace and Liza was very entertaining and very memorable ! The lovely New Orleans Jazz Market was the venue for this fun-loving show.
NOOA hosted a festive fundraiser of music and comedy in tribute to Liberace and Liza Minnelli. The evening included a silent auction, patron party, concert and show, and a mingling hour with the performers after the show.
Funds raised will support New Orleans Opera.
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Wearing the colors of the Spanish Flag: Red and Yellow, I attended along with my brother Lorenzo Bergen and my roommate Rick Tringali, the always delicious Sociedad Espanola
 Paella Party at Juanita.
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Congratulations to my darling longtime friends on being honored at this soiree
Amis Du Lycee Francais logot de la Musique at the Cabildo

We are thrilled to invite you to a remarkable fundraising gala, Nuit de La Musique at the Cabildo, where you will have the opportunity to enjoy an unforgettable night of music, food, and celebration while supporting 

Lycée Français de la Nouvelle-Orléans.



Join us as we feature the musical legacy and cultural dedication of Grammy Award winner Louis Michot, best known as the fiddle player and lead singer for the Lost Bayou Ramblers. Mr. Michot was a featured performer during the 2023 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. 

 

This memorable event, to be held at the Cabildo on May 25 from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m, will honor Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser, Consul General of France Nathalie Baras, Givonna Joseph and Aria Mason of OperaCréole, and the Nous Foundation.

The Pre-Gala Champagne Party will take place from 5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. 

 

Your $150 ticket per person also includes a dinner buffet created by Chef Geoffrey Rhode of Pigeon Catering and Events featuring traditional Louisiana seafood dishes. You will be served French champagne and wine.

 

Guests will also be able to visit the collections of the Cabildo Museum and view the current exhibitions of two well-known African American artists: Creole New Orleans, Honey! The Art of Andrew Lamar Hopkins and Marking Pictures: The Life and Work of Clementine Hunter.

 

A silent auction will take place and items to be auctioned include a week’s stay at a seaside home in Breton, France, an autographed child’s violin/fiddle by Louisiana musician Louis Michot, and dinner for two at a historic New Orleans restaurant.

 

This fundraising gala is supported by the Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism and the Cabildo Museum. Please purchase your tickets below. We look forward to sharing this evening with you. 

May his soul RIP https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/mardi_gras/ed-muniz-endymion-radio-kenner-mayor-dies-at-83-obituary/article_c46160f6-f714-11ed-8d4c-7be77fc20216.html


https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Monday--May-22--2023.html?soid=1102589984427&aid=ysMqE6v6bnE

I am appalled and oppose strongly to this ordinance by Councilmember Freddy King: 
https://www.nola.com/multimedia/photos/photos-big-changes-proposed-for-french-quarter-governance/collection_8eca6058-f67b-11ed-8e01-130b82fa1480.html#1
https://allevents.in/new%20orleans/memorial-day

Food Fight : May 25 
https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/eat-drink/food-fight-festival-returns-to-the-new-orleans-riverfront/article_4e22acbe-f4ea-11ed-962c-1708c9f47bdd.html#tncms-source=featured-2



https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/laura-dern-and-diane-ladd-to-celebrate-new-book-at-fete/article_ef5d1fdc-f419-11ed-8583-8f6d3762333b.html#tncms-source=entertainment-featured
SOLD_OUT: 
FRIDAY, MAY 26, 2023 AT 12 PM – 2:30 PM


Nautical Round Table Luncheon at Southern Yacht ClubSouthern 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. 

May 27

Secret Gardens of the Vieux Carre Tour

by Patio Planters

French Quarter homeowners are graciously opening their courtyards for viewing during a self-guided walking tour for this one day only event May 27th from 12:00PM-4:00PM.

The casual stroll offers a glimpse into how five (5) designers and residents take advantage of small spaces, adorned with greenery and flora to provide cool hideaways suited to the New Orleans climate.

For Tickets




https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/midsummer-nights-dream-is-feisty-fun-at-sculpture-garden/article_ae1d73ea-f366-11ed-9283-63f40be49067.html#tncms-source=entertainment-featured
https://www.myneworleans.com/exhibition-exploring-the-past-and-future-of-american-fashion-to-open-at-noma/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=rasa_io&utm_campaign=newsletter
https://www.hnoc.org/exhibitions/yet-she-is-advancing?utm_source=wordfly&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=TWATC2023-05-15&utm_content=version_A&promo=3157

https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/home_garden/7-steps-to-making-your-outdoors-into-another-living-space/article_95b4d69c-f0f3-11ed-a143-87fac35c4790.html

https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/home_garden/13-plants-that-will-help-attract-hummingbirds-to-your-garden/article_f713fcec-f0f3-11ed-90a1-87558b2847ee.html#tncms-source=the-latest

https://www.nola.com/entertainment_life/movies_tv/6-favorite-celebrities-who-make-new-orleans-home/article_03be3f82-f042-11ed-b18b-63e7281f82af.html
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