Another fabulous week in which I spent some of my time outdoors like Lafayette Square or cooling off as a celebrity bartender at the Davenport Lounge of the Ritz Carlton Hotel. I want to thank all my friends who showed up to cheer me up. It was a lot of fun and I enjoyed very much when Kermit Ruffins joined Jeremy Davenport and his band playing the trumpet and when Jeremy sang a personalized “ Hello Darling” for me. That is one of my favorite songs and I actually had the pleasure of meeting the writer of this song, Jerry Herman, at the Rainbow Room in NYC at a birthday party for Russian artist ERTE.
In addition to that event I also attended the artsy Louisiana Art Works’ Art Venture and the Leading Ladies Guild of the Jefferson Performing Arts Society’s Tea at the Royal and later the House of Broel Foundation’s Les Femme de la Fashion’s gathering at the Broel Mansion. Each of these events was for a great cause.
Last night I had the pleasure of attending the monthly lecture of The Museum of the American Cocktail. The lecture was titled “An Evening of Cocktail with Angus Winchester: The Playboy Bartender.” It was very informative and explored “The Global Cocktail Phenomenon.” The next lecture will be July 6 and will feature "Mixology Masters of New Orleans” (Series 1) presented by New Orleans Bartenders. The Museum is located at 1 Poydras Street, Suite 169 (Julia Street entrance) and the lecture is at 6:30 p.m. Meet the bartenders who are turning the Crescent City into the cradle of mixology civilization! Join them for demonstrations and personal testimonials from some of the major players who are working to make this happen. Visit http://www.museumoftheamericancocktail.org/Events/Default.aspx .
Before I share with you all the fun events, I would like you to put in calendar that on
June 10 I will be hosting my monthly Round Table Luncheonat noon at Begue's of the Royal Sonesta Hotel. Also:
June 13 – I will hosting a very special soiree entitled “Bon Appetite” to benefitLazurus Project.
June 14 -- I need all of you to come to help the family of executive Chef Mathew Murphy of the Ritz Carlton from 4 to 8 p.m. when “Local Chefs Rally to Help Chef Matt Murphy.”
Chef Murphy was hospitalized at Ochsner Medical Center and is battling an invasive group A streptococcus infection, which has led to toxic shock syndrome and DIC (disseminated intravascular coagulation), a rare, life-threatening condition that prevents blood from clotting normally.Regular updates are posted by the family on murphyquads.com.
The event will include tastings from the city's premier chefs including Scott Boswell, Justin Devillier, Tenney Flynn, Donald Link, John Folse, Bob Iacovone, Brian Landry, Duke LoCicero, Jean Luc, Gus Martin, Mark Quitney, Greg Reggio, Jacques Saleun, Susan Spicer, Chuck Subra and Kevin Vizard to name a few. A silent auction will feature everything from multiple night stays at exclusive hotels and resorts around the world, autographed copies of the participating chef's cookbooks, celebrity memorabilia, artwork, wine, gift certificates and jewelry. The funds will go towards the chef's hospital care and childcare.
Chef Murphy and his wife, Alicia, are the parents of eighteen month-old quadruplets and have a fifth child on the way. Ritz Carlton, Grand Ballroon, $65 per person. Call 504-670-2828.
On a happy note, the secret New Orleanians have long known is finally out. Travel and Leisure recently scoured the country, all 50 states, in search of the ultimate burger for their June 2009 feature, “America’s Best Burgers.” New Orleanians have for some time championed Chef John Besh’s Luke Burger, which is a menu staple at Luke, as the best in the city, but this June, the celebrated burger is being touted as among the best 11 burgers in the country by Travel and Leisure.
This week I am looking forward to many fun events including the followings:
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AT THE JW MARRIOTT
Experience an evening of cultural indulgences from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the JW Marriott Lobby Lounge featuring works by local artist: Corinne Walters (a musician and visual artist, who creates vibrant paintings with subtle textures and a lyrical style).Live Entertainment by:Tony Seville (multi-instrumentalist).Spirit Tasting and complimentary Hors D’oeuvres
Wednesday,
YLC's WEDNESDAY AT THE SQUARE
John Boutte and Trombone Shorty
5:00pm until 7:30pm,Lafayette Square Park
Wednesday at the Square is a free, 12-week concert series with food and drink for sale to benefit the Young Leadership Council. Its at Lafayette Square off St. Charles in the CBD. Local artisans also sell
their work in the Artist Village near the Camp Street entrance.
Wednesday,
MUSIC OFFERING AT DOS JEFES UPTOWN CIGAR BAR- NO COVER CHARGE
Dosjefescigarbar.com
***HAPPY HOUR*** HAS EXPANDED TO 7 DAYS
$2.50 HEINER BRAU PINTS;$3 HI-BALLS;$4 MARTINIS, MARGARITAS...
Thursday, June 4
THURSDAYS AT TWILIGHT
Pfister Sisters will be performing at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters- New Orleans Botanical Garden, City Park. Gates open at 5 p.m.- music begins at 6 p.m. $6
Thursday, June 4
HUBIE VIGREUX’S “ENDANGERED SPECIES” AT THE ALL WAYS LOUNGE
Noted local filmmaker Hubie Vigreux will premiere his 57-minute post-Katrina documentary which he calls “the ongoing struggle to preserve the culture of New Orleans.” In the film, he interviews local noteworthies Bruce “Sunpie” Barnes, J. Monque'D, Kenneth Ferdinand, Jason Patterson and Bethany Bultman, plus archival footage of Ernie K-Doe, Tuba Fats, The Baby Boyz Brass Band, and Mardi Gras Indians. The film will be shown at 8 p.m.
Prior to the showing, from 7-8 p.m., performance artists will do skits, spoken word and other forms of live entertainment. The All Ways Lounge is in the Marigny Theatre, 2240 St. Claude Avenue. For more information log on to http://www.marignytheatre.org/ .
Thursday, June 4
OGDEN AFTER HOURS FEATURING JAY CHEVALIER
6-8 p.m. in the Ogden Museum's Stephen Goldring Hall. Jay Chevalier, one of the last surviving greats of Louisiana rockabilly, is best known for his ballads about well-known Louisiana political personalities, including former governor Earl K. Long and longtime Jefferson Parish Sheriff Harry Lee. In 2006, the Louisiana State Senate passed a bill making Chevalier's song "Come Back to Louisiana" the state's official hurricane recovery song. He is both a member of the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame and the Rockabilly Hall of Fame. Sponsored by the Ponderosa Stomp Foundation. Admission $10 for non-members of the museum.
MUSIC OFFERINGS AT IRVIN MAYFIELD'S PLAYHOUSE
All performances begin at 8 pm, and there is no cover.
June Performance Schedule: Tuesday, June 2 Jason Marsalis
Wednesday, June 3 Irvin Mayfield’s NOJO Jam Session
Thursday, June 4 Johnaye Kendrick
Friday, June 5 Leon “Kid Chocolate” Brown
Saturday, June 6 Shannon Powell Quartet
Monday, June 8 Bob French and the Original Tuxedo Jazz Band
June 4
“Toasts & Tiki-Tails”
It will be held at Canine Culture, located at 8110 Hampson St., from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Admission is a $5.00 donation to the Louisiana SPCA for snacks, libations, treats for the pooches, anniversary cake and live music from “Pan Vibrations Steel Band.” Costume contest, too!! Friendly, leashed, pets are welcome! For more info visit www.canineculturenola.com or www.la-spca.org or call 373-5141.
Thursday, June 4
THURSDAYS AT TWILIGHT
Pfister Sisters will be performing at the Pavilion of the Two Sisters- New Orleans Botanical Garden, City Park. Gates open at 5 p.m.- music begins at 6 p.m. $6
Until June 13
SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL AT TULANE
The 16th Season of Summer Theatre at Tulane Univerrsity starts with its production of Shakespeare's King Lear, directed by Ron Gural and Jimmy Fitzmorris.
Tulane University’s Lupin Theatre in Dixon Annex, 6823 St. CharlesAvenue. 865-5000
MUSIC OFFERING AT The Polo Club Lounge at Windsor Court - - No cover Charge
Live Music 7 Nights a Week!
The Leah Chase Trio-Friday 9 PM - Midnight
Saturdays-Anais St. John With The Harry Mayronne Trio- 9 PM – Midnight
on TROIS : JEREMY DAVENPORT- at 9 p.m. Friday - Saturday and Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Catherine Anderson - Sat and Sun at 1 p.m.
Armand St. Martin -10 a.m. Sunday
Until June 13
SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL AT TULANE
The 16th Season of Summer Theatre at Tulane Univerrsity starts with its production of Shakespeare's King Lear, directed by Ron Gural and Jimmy Fitzmorris.
Tulane University’s Lupin Theatre in Dixon Annex, 6823 St. CharlesAvenue. 865-5000
on TROIS : JEREMY DAVENPORT- at 9 p.m. Friday - Saturday and Thursday from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Catherine Anderson - Sat and Sun at 1 p.m.
Armand St. Martin -10 a.m. Sunday
OBITUARY COCKTAIL
Obers will gather as usual from 6 to 7 p.m. at The Clock Bar, 800 Iberville St. Phone: 586-0800
OBITUARY COCKTAIL
Obers will gather as usual from 6 to 7 p.m. at The Clock Bar, 800 Iberville St. Phone: 586-0800
Saturday, June 6-Nov.7
YOGA IN THE SCULPTURE GARDEN AT NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART
The New Orleans Museum of Art partners with East Jefferson General Hospital to offer Yoga in the Sculpture Garden the first Saturday of every month. The one-hour classes, led by a Certified Yoga Instructor from the EJGH Wellness Center, begin at 8 a.m. in the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Each session is $5 for NOMA members and requires pre-registration by calling EJGH Health Finder at (504) 456-5000. The first class filled in advance with the maximum 40 participants so reserve your spot now.
Friday, June 5
PALETTES & PALATES
This soiree will benefit the renovation and expansion of the Ochsner Medical Center and the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. The party will be held 120 Audubon Boulevard, New Orleans.Patron Party-7:00 - 8:00 pm.Catering Courtesy of Chef Mat Murphy, The Ritz-Carlton.Sparkling Wine Courtesy of Schramsberg,Wine Tasting and Art & Wine Silent Auction. 8:00 - 9:30 pm.For more information or to purchase a ticket, call Ochsner Special Events at 504-842-7113.
Saturday, June 6
Reception for Exhibiting Women Artists
Alvar Branch Library, 913 Alvar Street, from 3 to 5 p.m. Come see the exhibit and meet the artists: Belaviamia, Raven Creature, Ze da Luz, Marsha Masterson, Delia Nakayama, Phyllis Parun and Amelia Prescott. Short introduction and presentation at 3:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served.
Sunday, June 7
“BON OPERATIT” FREE CONCERT AT TRINITY CHURCH
Come enjoy an afternoon filled with your favorite classical songs from La Traviata, Rigoletto, Carmen, West Side Story, music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and much more. A FREE concert will be held for the CD release concert and group debut of Bon Operatit! featuring members of the New Orleans Opera Chorus, including Lauren Mouney Gisclair, Mary Penick Akin, Jesse Nolan, and Carol Rausch on the piano. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave. 5 p.m.
Sunday, June 7-Sunday, June 21
SUMMER CINEMA PRESENTED BY W FRENCH QUARTER AND NEW ORLEANS FILM SOCIETY W French Quarter, New Orleans Film Society and Paramount Pictures invite you back to the W French Quarter courtyard for another season of “Summer Cinema.” Sunday nights are about to become the best date night of the week with a picture perfect evening featuring FREE movie screenings in the romantic courtyard. Sip $5 X-Rated Cocktails – proceeds benefitting New Orleans Film Society. Space is limited, so please arrive early. The free show start at 8 p.m. W New Orleans - French Quarter, 316 Chartres Street. 504-552-4069
Wednesday, June 10
ROUND TABLE LUNCHEON
The popular monthly Round Table Luncheon hosted by Margarita Bergen at noon at Begue's of the Royal Sonesta hotel, will feature Ann Tuennerman of Tales of the Cocktail, Olga Aguilar of Census 2010 and Juan Brothers of AEROMEXICO. The luncheon is $35 and includes parking validation and wine/champagne.. For reservations, contact Noel Scallan at 504-553-2220, nscallan@royalsonestano.com
Have a great week!
June 5
JULEPS IN JUNE
The Pirate's Alley Faulkner Society, Inc. will once again host its overture to the summer season and fundraiser, Juleps in June, at the residence of Juleps in June Chairman, Judith "Jude" Swenson. 7 p.m. So, start thinking about a lovely summer frock or your favorite seersucker suit and lots of delicious mint juleps made from the recipe of famed author Walker Percy.Tickets are $125 per person and include Mint Juleps, served in a silver julep cups, buffet dinner, music, auction.. Seating is limited so order now at Faukhouse@aol.com
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June 7 - July 17
SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL AT TULANE
The 16th Season of Summer Theatre at Tulane Univerrsity just started with its production of Shakespeare's King Lear, directed by Ron Gural and Jimmy Fitzmorris,
until June 13, 2009. The next production will be The Comedy of Errors, Written by William Shakespeare,Directed by Lorenzo Gonzalez,June 25 – July 11, 2009
Tulane University’s Lupin Theatre in Dixon Annex, 6823 St. CharlesAvenue. 865-5000
One of the best jazz clubs in the Big Easy, Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta Hotel, 300 Bourbon Street, has quickly become the hottest place in town to enjoy authentic New Orleans jazz music.
