What an exciting week! I felt so proud to be a poll commission and was able to cast my vote in this very historical election. I am sorry my darling friend Helena Moreno didn't make it. I did attend Mary Landrieu's victory party and that was a lot of fun but of course I was exhausted after a very long day.
This weekend is going to be very exciting as well since the fun events range from Save Our Cemetery's A Run Through History,the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation's Wine and Roses-Arabian Night Soiree, LPO's Brahms Piano Concert, The Mirliton Festival, New Orleans Museum of Art's Odyseey Ball and the opening of the new exhibit: Object of Desire: Faberge from the Hodges Family Collection and the current special large-scale international Biennial Prospect One until January 18,2009
Friday, November 7, VINO ON THE BAYOU Vino on the Bayou and autumn book sale, at the Pitot House Museum,1440 Moss Street, on Bayou St. John
from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Begin your weekend with neighbors and friends…sipping into sunset on beautiful Bayou St. John.$10 per person, $5 for Landmarks members.All proceeds donated to Louisiana Landmarks Society
NEW ORLEANS CRAFT MAFIA PRESENTS A NIGHT MARKET AT ZOTZ COFFEEHOUSE ON 8210 OAK Street, - 504-861-2224, - 7pm - 10pm.Further Info: http://www.neworleanscraftmafia.com
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On Friday, November 7-Secrets in Lace Presents Bustout Burlesque
Back by popular demand, the 1950's-style burlesque production continues its run on world famous Bourbon Street with more sultry live jazz performances, sexy costumes, and mesmerizing dancers. The Royal Sonesta Hotel will showcase six more performances in its premiere entertainment venue, The Mystick. The show will run for three more consecutive Fridays beginning November 7, November 14 and November 21. Two shows will be offered each evening with shows at 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. Advanced ticket purchase is encouraged. Reservations can be made by calling 504-586-0300 or visiting www.royalsonestano.com/burlesque .Ticket prices begin at $25 and premium seating is available for $35 per person.
On Friday, November 7 SAVE OUR CEMETERIES: A Run Through History is a 1-mile and 5K run/walk sponsored by Lake Lawn Funeral Homes and Cemeteries to benefit Save our Cemeteries. You will run/walk through the historical Metairie Cemetery followed by food, beverages and awards presentation. Registration at 7:30 a.m. Visit www.runNOTC.org
THE CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION’S WINE AND ROSES Arabian Nights willbe on November 7. The Louisiana Chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis presents its 5th Wine and roses –Arabian Night fundraiser at the Uptowner,428 Henry Clay at Laurel. VIP Party 7-8, Party 8-11p.m. Some of the city’s finest chefs including Bob Iacovone of Cuveé, Tenney Flynn of GW Fins, Donald Link of Herbsaint, Aaron Burgau of Patois, Jean Stickney of Pralines by Jean, Greg and Mary Sonnier of The Uptowner and Glen Hogh of Vega Tapas Café will serve tapas sized portions of a signature dish. Both a live and a silent auction will offer great getaways, local art, jewelry and one of a kind experiences. Entertaining the crowd will be the ladies of Fleur de Tease and Aladdin and his magic lamp. For tickets call 504-455-5194.
The Obituary Cocktail Society will gather like every Friday from 6 to 9 p.m. at Touche Bar of the Royal Orleans Hotel, 524 Royal Street.
Clarinetist Tim Laughlin will be playing this Friday from 9:30p.m. to 12;30 p.m. at the Bombay Club, 830 Tonti Street. Talented Ingrid Lucia will be playing there on Saturday, November 8 from 9:30 p.m. Pianist Phil Melacon plays there from Sunday thru Thursday from 7 p.m.
Chris Champagne and Lawrence P Beron present “Win, Place, Show” Fairgrounds Tales: Winners, Losers & Longshots – on Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. with a Sunday Matinee on Sunday, November 9 at 2 p.m. at Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Avenue.
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Check out the special events happening this week at Garden District Book Shop, 2727 Prytania Street. New Orleans.
George Rodrigue Booksigning of ‘BLUE DOG SPEAKS - Saturday November 8, 12:00-2:00 PM.When Cajun artist George Rodrigue began his series ofDog paintings in 1984, he had no idea that they would consume the greater part of his life for over two decades, and that the mysterious Blue Dog-inspired by his studio dog-turned-model, Tiffany, and the Cajun loup-garou folk legend-would become a wildly popular international icon as well.
Blue Dog Speaks is the first book to prominently emphasize Rodrigue's painting titles, one of the most important elements in the creation of a Blue Dog painting, alongside the works. Rodrigue uses Blue Dog painting titles to provide insight-whether humorous or nostalgic or sad-into the human condition.
Book signing & Discussion of"THE SECRETS OF LAUREL OAKS ' by LoisRuby Saturday November 8, 2:00-4:00 PM-This ghost story for readers 10-14, is set in Louisiana, in both contemporary times and in the 1840's
On Saturday, November 8 the New Orleans Museum of Art’s Forty-Third Odyssey Ball, will be the first opportunity for patrons to preview Objects of Desire: Fabergé from the Hodges Family Collection, a major exhibition of works by master Russian jeweler Peter Carl Fabergé, many of which have never been seen by the public.The annual Odyssey Ball is among the most highly anticipated events on the city's social calendar. Legendary New Orleans songwriter and musician Allen Toussaint will headline the exclusive Patron Party, from 7:30-9 p.m., before Oak Alley and Anais St. John with Harry Mayronne entertain at the Ball, from 9 p.m. to midnight. The opulent black-tie extravaganza also features exquisite dining, including hors d'oeuvres and a sumptuous dinner by Palate New Orleans, décor by Blaine Kern Jr.'s Mardi Gras and, of course, the storied live and silent auctions. Visit www.noma.org
Saturday, November 8 is the date for the PATIO PLANTER’S WHITE ELEPHANT SALE AND AUCTION, McDonald 15’s parking lot, corner of Royal and St. Phillip will be the setting of the annual White Elephant auction and Sale that includes dinners, art and many items donated by French Quarter businesses and residents to benefit the annual Christmas Caroling in the Jackson Square. Admission is free. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The 2008 Mirliton Festival will take place Saturday, November 8 at Markey Park, Piety and Royal Streets from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. In addition to a full lineup of musical entertainment featuring seven local bands, you will be able to enjoy some fine food and beverage and a lot of participating artists from the Bywater Art Market. Not to be missed.
On Saturday, November 8"A Question of Good Taste: The Perception of Flavor" with Sharon Vercellotti- presentation, discussion, tasting at 2p.m. at the Tasting Room, Southern Food and Beverage Museum. Sharon Vercellotti is president of V-LABS, INC.V-LABS is a consulting, analytical, and manufacturing laboratory, specializing in carbohydrates and polysaccharides, and serves research scientists in academia and in the food, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and cosmetic industries.As a chemist she has extensive experience in applying instrumental analysis to food products.Free with museum admission and free for members
Windsor Fine Art presents Spanish Master Artist ROYO. The artist reception is Saturday, November 8 from 6 -9 p.m. Exhibition will continue until December 14. Please RSVP to 504-586-0202.
Brahms Piano Concert No.1 will be presented on Saturday, November 8 at 8 p..m. at Roussel Hall, Loyola University
Don't miss this extraordinary performance!Conductor James Paul leads rising star Markus Groh in a performance of the dramatic Brahms Piano Concerto No. 1. Shostakovich's Symphony No. 6 opens the program. Call 504.523.6530 or visit lpomusic.com
For your convenience, parking is available on Loyola's campus in the West Road Garage or on the streets surrounding Roussel Hall. As a courtesy to Loyola, please limit parking on campus to the West Road Garage only (located on West Road, next to Holy Name of Jesus Church, between St. Charles and Freret Streets).
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Crescent City Homebrewers Winterfest -Deutsches Haus, 200 S. Galvez St, New Orleans
Saturday, November 8 -6:00pm to 11:30.
Complimentary Homebrew, Commercial Brew including Abita, Gordon Biersch, Lazy Magnolia, Heinerbrau, Becks, Paulaner, Budweiser, Wine, and Soft Drinks, German Sausage and Potato Salad, Sauerkraut, Red Cabbage, Soft Pretzels, and Live Music. Tickets available online at http://www.crescentcityhomebrewers.org/ for $26 each or you can buy at the bar of Deutsches Haus after 4pm Wednesday, Thursday, or Friday cash or check. $30 at the door.
Southern Rep Opens Conor McPherson's Holiday Yarn in November
THE SEAFARER Straight from its great success on The West End and Broadway, Southern Rep presents the regional premiere of the tragicomic spellbinder, THE SEAFARER by Conor McPherson, which runs through December 7, 2008. Opening Night, Saturday, November 8th. Performances continue through December 7th (excluding Thanksgiving week) Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m. Tickets are on sale now from $18 – $35 and may be purchased at (504) 522-6545 or www.southernrep.com..
Saturday, November 8, 2008
General John W. Vessey, Jr. kicks off new lecture series at The National World War II Museum
WWII Veteran and former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff under Reagan to speak November 8, Broadcaster Tom Brokaw on December 5
On Saturday, November 8, 2008 at 6:30 pm, General John W. “Jack” Vessey, Jr. will present the inaugural lecture in the General Raymond E. Mason, Jr. Distinguished Lecture Series on World War II. Vessey, who served as Reagan’s Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff will discuss World War II in the Rear View Mirror of One Veteran. Using his personal story as a starting point, he will discuss those that fought in World War II and continued to serve their countries after the war and how the experience shaped their views and, ultimately, the nation’s policies.
This lecture series is free but seating to all events is limited. Reservations are strongly encouraged. For more information on this and future lectures in this series, please call 504-527-6012 x 331 or email jeremy.collins@nationalww2museum.org. Registration is also available online at www.nationalww2museum.org.
\Saturday, November 8, 2008-Venus Rising - Women Artists from the Gulf
Oyster Factory Artist Reception: November 8th, 2008- March 15th 2009,1731 North Rampart Street
Venus Rising is a Group Exhibition of Women Artists from the Gulf Coast
All community members are invited to attend the grand opening and artist reception.
WHY / More about the Oyster Factory:
The Oyster Factory is a community-based, mixed-use, collaborative project, created with the goal of fostering the cultural, artistic, community-based, and culinary traditions of New Orleans.
Community Artists Gallery + Liminal Space …
Please visit the website for more information: http://oysterfactory.org
The Oyster Factory Presents:
"Venus Rising – Women Artists from the Gulf"
* Tamar Taylor – Mixed media, Sculpture, Painting
* Emily Minnie – Painting and Portraiture
* Myrna Enamorado - Painting
* Rebecca Madura - Jewelry Arts
* Raven Creature - Paintings and Portraiture
* Eden Gass - Fiber Multimedia Installations
* Alexandria Montgomery - Painting and Mixed Media
* Mary Moses - 3D Mixed Media
* Jennifer Torres - Sculpture and Installations
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Rock 'n' Bowl's 20th Anniversary!!Extravaganza,4133 S. Carrollton Avenue, 8 p.m. presents:
Kermit Ruffins & The BBQ Swingers
Marva Wright
Rockin' Dopsie
Amanda Shaw
Ingrid Lucia
Johnny J.
J. Monque'D Saturday, November 8, 2008
ACOUSTIC SWIFTNESS w/JAVIER GUTIERREZ at DOS JEFES UPTOWN CIGAR BAR
5535 TCHOUPITOULAS ST. (504) 891 8500. 9 p.m.
Sunday, November 9, 2008.
Carolina Gallop's "The Art of Mingling" Party, Music Showcase & Fashion Show Video Viewing
Blue Nile – 532 Frenchmen Street.There will be a viewing of Carolina Gallop's October 1, 2008 fashion show for those that missed the show. Live entertainment showcase by Songstress of smooth Jazz, Miss Dee Alexander, Musician Kurt Schoenhals and DJ sounds provided by DJ Tom Harvey who recently relocated to New Orleans.
Entertainment by Ms. Dee Alexander, Kurt Schoenhals and DJ Tom Harvey
Complimentary Hors d'oeuvres & Beverage Sampling, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m.
Entertainment begins at 5:30 and Fashion show video viewing at 8:00p.m.
Head to Audubon Park on Sunday, November 9, 2008 to participate in the 7th Annual New Orleans Kidney Walk. Participating walkers collect pledges and walk the 2.2 mile track around Audubon Park. One in nine adults in Louisiana is living with kidney disease and most don't even know it. Walkers of all ages are invited to join in the fun by walking individually or forming a team. All walkers will receive a gift bag and walkers who raise $50 or more will receive a Kidney Walk t-shirt. For more information, sponsor forms or to register call the National Kidney Foundation of Louisiana at 504-861-4500. Register online at www.kidneywalk.org.
Trinity Artist Series atTrinity Church - 1329 Jackson Avenue presents on Sunday,November 9 at 5 p.m. Symphony Chorus of New Orleans with Steven Edwards, conductor- Choruses of Gilbert & Sullivan and John Rutter’s “The Reluctant Dragon”. For more info call Albinas : 670-2520 – aprizgintas@trinitynola.com
On Sunday, November 9 the acclaimed Vienna Boys’s Choir, one of the oldest boy’s choirs existing in the world will be performing at 3 p.m. at Loyola University’s Holy Name Jesus Church. Tickets are $25 General Admission and $15 Students and Loyola Community. www.montaye.loyno.edu
Sunday, November 9, 2008
New Orleans Rhythm & Blues Festival-11:00AM to 7:00PM
Contemporary Arts Center
900 Camp Street
A festival of classic New Orleans Rhythm & Blues
music and the birth of rock 'n' roll.
Presented by New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Loyola's Department of Theatre Arts and Dance presents: Spinning into Butter, by Rebecca Gilman Set at a small mostly-white private liberal arts college in Vermont, “Spinning into Butter” explores the danger when society fails to confront the issues of racism and political correctness."Spinning into Butter" will run in the Loyola's Marquette Theatre, located Marquette Hall, on Nov. 9, at 2 p.m., and Nov. 7, 8, 13, 14, 15, at 8 p.m.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
The ladies of Fleur de Tease are back-One Eyed Jack’s,615 Toulouse St. in the French Quarter,8PM & 10PM
to perform an amazing tribute to the spirits and libations that thrill audience members each day in Cocktail Hour. Watch as the ladies shake a perfect Dirty Martini, and indulge in their sweet, funny, and flirtatious Fleur de Tease style that’s making the girls famous across the US. As always, there will be an array of treats including special guest artists to quench your thirst for divine entertainment.
Tickets for the Fleur de Tease Burlesque Cocktail Hour, Sunday, November 9, 2008, at One Eyed Jacks, 615 Toulouse St., NOLA, 504-569-8361, are $15.00 and $20.00 for reserved table seating. Doors at OEJ open at 7:30PM with performances starting at 8PM and 10PM. Please visit www.fleurdetease.com , www.myspace.com/fleurdetease
contact Sheri M. B. McKee, Media Madam at 504-432-7629, SherMcBleu@aol.com
Sunday, November 9, 2008-3 Ring Circus Presents "TORCH NIGHT SERIES"at The Big Top with – Natalie Mae,
7:30 doors / 8pm show. The Big Top Gallery,1638 Clio Street, (504) 569-2700.www.3RCP.com.$7
Ring Circus has curated a new weekly series, Torch Night, an early evening show with local female vocalists in an intimate environment on Sunday nights at The Big Top from November 2, 2008 through December 7, 2008. Torch Night will emphasize the human voice, the piano and 1 other instrument, depending on the act, with a maximum of 3 musicians on stage. Patrons will sit at charming candle-lit tables, while the décor emphasis will be centered on the sexy red curtains that grace the stage, creating a scene reminiscent of the lounge and cabaret clubs from the past (except for the smoke!) The Big Top is a non-smoking venue.
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Nickel-A-Dance- Sunday Afternoons in November- present its last concert this Sunday, November 9 at
Ray’s Boon Boom Room,508 Frenchmen,4-7 p.m. Creole Jazz Serenaders with Don Vappie
Sunday,November 9, 2008
Trinity Artist Series-Trinity Artist Series presents Sundays at 5 pm Free
Trinity Church - 1329 Jackson Avenue - New Orleans
Symphony Chorus of New Orleans, Steven Edwards, conductor Choruses of Gilbert & Sullivan
And John Rutter’s “The Reluctant Dragon”
All programs last one hour -every Sunday of the year at 5:00 p.m.Police security provided
Handicap access and elevator available-Informal and FREE of charge
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Tipitina's Foundation presents: Sunday Music Workshop Series with Astral Project
12:30-3:30. Free! No cover! Only students allowed on stage Sunday, November 9, 2008
THE MO' JELLY BLUES BAND @ 9:00 at DOS JEFES UPTOWN CIGAR BAR
5535 TCHOUPITOULAS ST. N.O., LA. ,www.dosjefescigarbar.com
On Monday, November 11 from 5 :30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Natchez Steamboat, by Toulouse Street Wharf ,you could support New Orleans Fire Fighters by buying the 2009New Orleans Fire Fighters Look Hot Calendar. The Calendar seeks to raise funds for New Orleans Fire Department (NOFD); money raised will go toward the purchase of a mobile command van. New Orleans fire fighters will attend the party to sign calendars and meet fans. Everyone purchasing a calendar at the Natchez party will be entered in a drawing for a fire extinguisher donated by Home Depot.
This 2009 calendar is the second such project sponsored by the New Orleans Rotary Club.Club member and local businesswoman, Gayle Dellinger, thought up the idea and managed the project which produced the popular 2008 calendar.In June 2008, the Rotary Club of New Orleans presented a check to the New Orleans Firefighters Foundation for $75,000.These funds purchased new uniforms for all the fire department personnel.
Talking about those hot firemen, they will also be at my Round Table Luncheon that will be held Wednesday, November 12 at noon at Begue's Restaurant of the Royal Sonesta Hotel.The featured speakers will be the hot firemen that will be signing their 2009 New Orleans Fire Fighters Look Hot Calendar. We will cool off by guest speakers Michael Glassberg, a Sazeractivist and Ann R. Tuennerman, founder of Tales of the Cocktail. They will pay homage to the Sazerac, the official cocktail of New Orleans. Guests will learn its storied history and how to make their own so they can spread the story of the Sazerac to others in an effort to preserve its history as an official Sazeractivist. The price is $35 all inclusive per person including it includes complimentary wine and parking. For reservations call Noel Scallan at 504-553-2220 or email her at nscallan@royalsonestano.com
November 14-16
NEW ORLEANS OPERA ASSOCIATION PRESENTS MOZART’S “DON GIOVANNI”
New Orleans Opera Association is celebrating its 66th year and 212 years of performances in the city. Don Giovanni by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: will performed on Friday, November 14 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, November 16 at 2:30 p.m. McAlister Auditorium, Tulane University. For tickets visit www.neworleansopera.org
Tuesday, November 11, 18, 25, -TOM HOOK
DOS JEFES UPTOWN CIGAR BAR ,5535 TCHOUPITOULAS ST. (504) 891 8500
dosjefescigarbar.com
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
“Organ and Labyrinth” Trinity Artist Series presents The EVERY TUESDAY :"ORGAN & LABYRINTH" with Albinas Prizgintas. Trinity Church,1329 Jackson avenue New Orleans From 6 pm to 7 pm:The program includes some of the greatest music written for organ
and a variety of performed music, ranging from Classical Baroque to
vintage rock tunes.
FREE
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Veterans Day at The National World War II Museum
Free admission for vets, active military, Guard, Reserve and immediate families
On Tuesday, November 11, 2008, The National World War II Museum will continue its annual tradition of special Veterans Day activities. In addition to day-long, patriotic programming for the entire family, the Museum is offering FREE admission for all veterans, active and retired military and their immediate families.
Activities will kick off with a 10:30 am performance by the U.S. Marine Forces Reserve Band.
At 11:00 am, the Museum will honor all veterans in a special program featuring Maj. General David Mize (USMC Ret), Gen. Charles E. Campbell, Commander of the U.S. Army Forces Command, and Museum President and CEO, Gordon “Nick” Mueller, Ph.D.
At 2:00 pm, the Museum will host a discussion led by Evan Hunsberger who spearheaded the republishing Strength for Service to God and Country, the devotional book, which was carried by his grandfather during World War II. Hunsberger took on this endeavor for his Eagle Scout project several years ago. Larry Coppock, director of Strength for Service, will join Hunsberger for remarks on faith in the military and efforts to distribute the books today. This program will be followed by a panel discussion with the Eagle Scouts.
Throughout the day, the Museum will host displays by the American Legion, the Boy Scouts of America, the Reserve Officers Association and other service organizations.Visitors will also be able to see the Douglas SBD-3 Dauntless, the naval dive bomber that played a major role in the Pacific theater of World War II.
All activities will take place in the Museum’s Louisiana Memorial Pavilion and are free to the public. Veterans Day activities are sponsored by The National World War II Museum and the Mayor’s Military Advisory Committee.
Please save these dates:
November 13
"INTERNATIONAL MIXER"Special Guests of Honor:Members of the New Orleans Consular Corps .Thursday, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m at the Plimsoll Club, 30th Floor, WTC.
The International Mixer brings together many members from over 30 international trade, transportation, and other business organizations (listed below) for a fun evening with great networking and meeting old and new friends while also honoring the members of the Consular Corps. Enjoy music, drinks, hors d'oeuvres and networking at the Plimsoll Club. Free validated parking in the WTC Garage next to the Riverside Hilton.Registration: $25.00(cash bar)
For more information or to register, click here. http://wtcno.org/qs30/products.php?pid=46&detail=true
Registration and prepayment are required by November 11, 2008, 10 a.m.
November 15
LOUISIANA SPCA’s 2008 HOWLING SUCCESS
The Louisiana Society for the Cruelty of Animal (LA/SPCA) is presenting their Annual Howling Success with The Great CATsby theme, a roaring twenty 20’s tribute to the LA/SPCA at their site:1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. Music by popular Jeremy Davenport and Deacon John. Visit la-spca.org
November 15
EMERIL LAGASSE FOUNDATION’S CARNIVALE DU VIN
November 20
BEAUJOLAIS NOUVEAU FESTIVAL 2008 - The Foundry, 333 St. Joseph, 7-10 p.m. $35 per person- 561-0070
The French-American Chamber of Commerce, Louisiana Chapter invites you to the worldwide relase of the Beaujolais Nouveau and to discover the various Beaujolais Crus in addition to fabulous signature dishes from New Orleans' top chefs, live music and entertainment.
November 21
GOING GREEN IS A BIG EASY- TALES OF THE ECO-TODDY
Presented by Tales of the Cocktail and the New Orleans Culinary & Cultural Preservation Society, Republic New Orleans from 5:00pm-8:00pm at Republic New Orleans, 828 South Peters. This year, the holiday wish is for environmentally conscious warmth, comfort and joy sipping ECO Toddies, Nogs, Hot Buttered Rum, Mulled Wine and more green friendly libations.Mixologists, chefs, and all those wrapped in the recycled, recovered and re-purposed spirit of the season have crafted a warm holiday cocktail or nibble, as only the most green-gifted souls can do. Guests will meet you and enjoy desserts, drinks and other delights from the area’s best restaurants to warm the spirit and offer good cheer, as we raise a glass to toast the season. Visit: www.talesofthecocktail.com
November 21-
CELEBRATION IN THE OAKS PREVIEW PARTY
Celebration in the Oaks at our beautiful City Park is one holiday tradition that you do not want to miss. Majestic century old oak trees laden with Spanish moss are magnificently lighted up to create a magical enchanted wonderland. The preview party for the children is November 23 from 5 to 8 p.m. The actual celebration starts November 28- December 30. You can tour by driving, walking or by train. Visit www.friendsofcitypark.com
November 21
Liberty Bank presents; A Gala Concert honoring the 40th Anniversary of Dr. Norman C. Francis.
HEADLINER GLADYS KNIGHT JOINED BY BILL COSBY!
"Legacy For a Legend" gala concert honoring the 40th anniversary of America's longest serving college president, Norman C. Francis of Xavier University, and presented by Liberty Bank. The concert will feature legendary vocalist and seven-time Grammy Award winner Ms. Gladys Knight, along with world-renowned comedian, actor and philanthropist William "Bill" Cosby as the evening's Master of Ceremonies and opening act. . It takes place at the New Orleans Theater inside the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Hall H at New Orleans Theater,Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Hall H, 900 Convention Center Blvd. 8p.m. The November 21st Gala will serve as a major fundraiser to establish a special Norman C. Francis Scholarship Fund, with special sponsor tables and individual tickets available through the Office of Institutional Advancement at 504.520.7575.
November 22
NEW ORLEANS HISPANIC HERITAGE FOUNDATION :AZUCAR BALL
The New Orleans Hispanic Heritage Foundation will host its elegant eighteenth annual fundraiser “The Azúcar Ball”.This year, the theme of the event will be “Noche de Magia” or “Magical Night”.It will be a magical night of dancing, fun and the celebration of our Latin heritage. Maestro Carlos Manuel Prieto is the recipient of the Galvez Cup.
This black tie evening will take place in the LaSalle Ballroom at the InterContinental New Orleans, 444 St. Charles Avenue with non-stop music from 8:00 p.m. to 1:00 am by Julio y Cesar y Rumba Buena.There will a silent auction. The proceeds from the “Azúcar Ball” will provide much needed monies for the Foundation’s scholarship fund.
Individual tickets to the Ball are $100.00. Tickets to the Patron Party and the Ball are $150.00.For ticket information call Rosa Rodriguez at 504-523-2600.
