This is a very exciting weekend with a myriad of fun events ranging from the Home and Garden Show; the opening of George Rodrigue's retropective at NOMA; the comeback of "Where the Girls Were" at Le Petite Theatre; Southern Rep's Clean House; JPAC'sPuccini's Tosca; NO Ballet's River North Chicago Dance Co at NOCCA;Soul Fest at Audubon Zoo; Wine Festival at Maison Dupuy; Bobby Caldwell at Harrah's Casino and the Latin's Voter Registration Drive at Esperanza Charter School. I am going to be exhausted.
Today, I got the opportunity to preview the fabulous exhibition of the New Orleans Museum of Art's restrospective of the famous Louisiana Cajun artist George Rodrigue who will be opening "Rodrigue's Louisiana:Cajuns Blues Dogs and Beyond Katrina," a 40-year restrospective tomorrow at the New Orleans Museum of Art. The exhibit will open March 1st and will continue until June 8.
"George Rodrigue is a Louisiana treasure"said NOMA Director John Bullard, " and the museum is proud to showcase the past 40 years of his work. From the Blue Dog and Louisiana landscapes to hurricanes and scenes of Cajun life, George Rodrigue's art epitomizes a culture that is distinctly Louisiana."
If you have not met George, he will be authographing his new book " GEORGE RODRIGUE PRINTS A Catalogue Raisonne' 1970-2007" at 11 a.m. on Saturday and on Sunday, George will be presenting a free painting demostration at 2 p.m. For more information call 504-658-4100 or visit www.noma.org - All children younger than 18 are free.
Renowned soulful singer and songwriter Bobby Caldwell, best known for his timeless R&B classic, “What You Won’t Do for Love,” brings his must-see show to Harrah’s New Orleans February 29 at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased at www.Ticketmaster.com or by calling Harrah’s box office at 504-533-6600. More information about the show and times is available at www.harrahsneworleans.com .
The Alliance Francaise of New Orleans is having its annual fundraising gala: "Au Clair de la Lune Dinner" this Friday, February 29, at Le Pavillon Hotel. The evening will begin with a Patron Party at 6:30 p.m., followed by a four-course dinner accompanied by wine and will culminate in dancing from 9 p.m. to midnight. Entertainment will be by gypsy jazz ensemble Vavavoom. Tickets $175 for Patrons or $125 for Gala. For reservation call 504-568-0770.
Calm Before the Storm - Recent Paintings by Margaret Orr, popular TV personality, is the featured artist at Vega Tapas Cafe. The bubbly WDSU television weather-lady unveils her colorful and witty paintings at the café for a two-month exhibit that begins with an artist's reception on Leap Day, Friday, February 29 at 5 p.m.
.On Friday, you will be able to attend the Grand Opening Reception of the French Quarter Wine Festival at the Maison Dupuy Hotel. Sample more than 25 wines from the many wineries feastured in this year's festival and savor selections from Chef Dominique's elegant fare.Please visit www.frenchquarterwinefestival.com or call 648-6119.
Fleur de Tease will be performing two shows on Sunday, March 2, at One-Eyed Jacks, 615 Toulouse Street, at 8 and 10 p.m. Call 504-569-8361.
The Obituary Cocktail Society will meet as usual on Friday, February 29 from 6 to 7 p.m. at Smugglers Bar and Grill, 620 Conti Street.
Fleur de Tease will be performing two shows on Sunday, March 2, at One-Eyed Jacks, 615 Toulouse Street, at 8 and 10 p.m. Call 504-569-8361.
My darling friend Suzaune Yee McKamey and her backup group, Suzaune and Company, will be performing this Friday at the Bombay Club, 830 Conti Street, from 9:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Come see and hear this sultry singer and entertainer who will charm your heart out.
On Friday & Saturday, Feb. 29 & March 1 at 8 p.m. the New Orleans premiere of River North Chicago will take place at NOCCA Riverfront, 2800 Chartres Street. Under the artistic direction of Cuban-born choreographer and former Hubbard Street dancer, Frank Chaves, River North carries on the great Chicago jazz dance tradition. Presented in partnership with the New Orleans Ballet Association, the NOCCA Institute dedicates these performances to Mrs. Sylvia Stern, on behalf of her family. Visit www.NOBAdance.com for tickets, or call the New Orleans Ballet Association at 504-522-0996.
“Politics, Passion and Jealousy” all in one night at Puccini's Tosca at the Jefferson Performing Arts Center in Metairie, February 29 at 7:30 p.m., March 2 at 5:00 p.m. and at the Saenger Theatre in Biloxi, March 8 at 8 p.m. Hailed as one of Puccini’s greatest creative accomplishments, it tells the early 19th century story of the exquisite opera singer, Floria Tosca, who finds herself torn between the passionate painter and revolutionary she loves and the loathsome chief of police, who holds her lover’s fate in his hands.
Conducted by JPAS founder, Maestro Dennis G. Assaf, this international cast includes many grand opera stars who have graced a plethora of stages throughout the world. Tickets are $20 - $35. Senior, student and group discounts are available! The Jefferson Performing Arts Center (EastJeffersonHigh School) is located at 400 Phlox Street in Metairie. Transportation is available from the Westbank. The Saenger Theatre is conveniently located at 170 Reynoir Street in downtown Biloxi. For tickets, or more information about Tosca call 504-885-2000 or visit http://www.jpas.org/.
By the way, if you are an opera lover like I am, be sure you make your reservations now for New Orleans Opera Association’s presentation of Giuseppe Verdi's Rigoletto (sung in Italian with English supertitles) to be performed on March 14 and 15 at 8 p.m. and on Sunday, March 16 at 2:30 p.m. at Tulane University's McAlister Auditorium.
This next-to-last performance of the Opera’s 2007-08 season stars the incomparable bass-baritone Mark Rucker, reprising the signature role of the deformed court jester he has sung all over the world, including a New Orleans Opera performance in 1997. He was the first African American male to sing a lead role in the more than 200-year history of opera in New Orleans (Macbeth, 1994) and his return here is eagerly awaited by many. Co-starring with him are Lisette Oropesa and Nicole Heaston alternating as Gilda and Bruce Sledge and Mark T. Panuccio alternating as the Duke of Mantua. Maestro Robert Lyall conducts the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra.
Tickets range in price from $30-$120 and can be purchased at the box office at 1010 Common Street, Suite 1820, New Orleans, LA70112 or call (504) 529-2278. Spring subscription packages are available. Visit the opera online and purchase tickets at www.neworleansopera.org.
Anthony Bean sent me a reminder about this weekend at the Anthony Bean Community Theater. Pulitzer Prize winning drama, A Soldier's Play, written by Charles Fuller will continue through March 9. However, this weekend, February 29, March 1 & 2 performances will be at 8 p.m. only. There will be no Sunday matinee, but an 8 p.m. show.
Join the CubaNOLA Arts Collective on Saturday March 1 from 6 to 9 p.m. for the closing reception of Santiago de Cuba: Rebirth & Congas en la Calle.A group photography exhibit at the McKenna Museum of African American Art, 2003 Carondelet Street (corner of St. Andrew)
EVA HILD & JEREMY JERNEGAN reception Saturday March 1st 6-9 at Gallery Bienvenue on Julia Street. visit .events@gallerybienvenu.com)
In an effort to embrace the growing melting pot that defines New Orleans, LatiNola Votes! launched an eight-month voter registration campaign targeting Hispanic voters at 4407 South Carrollton Avenue. Spearheaded by Puentes New Orleans, Inc. (PNOInc), LatiNola Votes! is a public-private, nonpartisan voter registration campaign aimed at registering more than 2,000 new Hispanic citizens before the upcoming presidential election. The first of several voter registration drives will be a kickoff event, Saturday, March 1 at EsperanzaCharterSchool,4407 South Carrollton Avenue, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The goal is to encourage and facilitate the participation of Hispanic citizens, particularly those who have lived in the region for more than 30 years but who have traditionally shied away from publ ic affairs.
My darling friend, vocalist Mary Flynn Thomas, will be performing this Saturday, accompanied on the piano by Jim Walpole, at Andrea's Restaurant in Metairie at 8 p.m. Not to be missed. Andrea’s is just off Causeway Boulevard at 17th Street and Ridgelake Avenue.
Soul Fest will take place this Saturday and Sunday, March 1 and 2, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.at AudubonPark. Authentic Creole cuisine and soul food will be available and the entertainment will include Najee, George Porter, Jr., the Soul Rebels and more hot acts.
My darling friend, talented Latin guitarist/vocalist Javier Gutierrez and his group, Vivaz, will be performing at the Blue Nile on Frenchmen Street, Saturday, March 1 at 11 p.m. Come and dance the night away with this great Latino band!
For lovers of Latin Music, Rumba nights continue Saturday March 1 with Fredy Omar and DJ X at 9 p.m. at The Fine Arts Center (Rumba Nights' new home)1733 Constantinople Street (corner with Baronne Street), Julio & Cesar at Tomatillo's at Esplanade and Frenchmen Street. On Saturday, March 1 the Ogden Museum of Southern Art is presenting the O-MAZING RACE. The second annual interactive scavenger hunt throught downstown New orleans and the French Quarter. Registratio n is $125 per person. 539-9600; www.ogdenmuseum.com-
The Loyola University New Orleans College of Music and Fine Arts proudly presents “An Afternoon with Friends” presented by the Loyola Symphony Orchestra, under the direction of conductor Jean Montès, as part of the Montage Arts Serie s. This delightful orchestra concert includes exciting and emotional musical selections by Beethoven, Sibelius, Lamothe (Haitian composer) and Bruch. The concert will also serve as the premiere of a composition by Loyola student Alex Burtzos, who won the Loyola College of Music’s 2007-2008 student composition contest. The concert takes place on Sunday March 2, at 3 p.m., in Roussel Performance Hall, located in the Communications/Music complex on Loyola’s main campus. The performance is free of charge and open to the public. Free parking will be available on campus in the West Road Garage.
MAXIMO'S ITALIAN GRILL, 1117 Decatur. Maximo’s, which finally opened for the first time since the hurricane -- to the joy of its many customers -- has added live music on Monday night. Kermit Ruffins & the BBQ Swingers will be playing this Monday from 6 to 9 p.m. For reservations call 586-8883.
The Vieux Carré Property Owners, Residents & Associates, Inc., The Historic New Orleans Collection, and Friends of the Vieux Carré Commission announce the presentation of the fourth Jacob Haight and Mary Meek Morrison Lecture. Delivering the lecture is Gregory B. Free, restoration-preservation specialist and designer from Austin, Texas. Titled “AmericanGulf: An Architectural Story,” the illustrated presentation will be held at 6 p.m. on Sunday, March 2nd. The location is the Williams Research Center of The Historic New Orleans Collection, 410 Chartres Street.
MARCH 4- MAD HATTER LUNCHEON- NEW ORLEANS OPERA ASSOCIATION
" Walking on the Wild Side" luncheon featuring a style show by Saks Fifth Avenue, a hat contest with celebrity judges,raffles and silent auction. 11 a.m. Women’s Guild of the New Orleans Opera invites you to join them at the annual Mad Hatter’s Luncheon Fundraiser – “Walk on the Wild Side” fundraiser luncheon featuring a style show by Saks Fifth Avenue presenting the St John's Spring Collection, a hat contest with celebrity judges,raffles and silent auction. 11 a.m
Ron Forman of the Audubon Institute will serve as the first honorary Mad Hatter.Mistress of Ceremonies: Margaret Orr. 10:30 at the New Orleans Hilton Riverside - 504-529-2278
Mayor C. Ray Nagin is inviting to a One New Orleans Conversation with the Hispanic Community.
The conversation will take place on Wednesday, March 5, 2008 from 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. at EsperanzaCharterSchool, 4407 South Carrolton Ave. Complimentary Refreshments will be served. Please forward this e-mail to your family, friends, and neighbors.
Have a great week
Calendar Courtesy of La Fete News:
“WHAT YOU WON’T DO FOR LOVE” SINGER AND SONGWRITER BOBBY CALDWELL TO PERFORM AT HARRAH’S THEATRE
NEW ORLEANS — Soulful singer and songwriter Bobby Caldwell, best known for his timeless R&B classic,“What You Won’t Do for Love,” brings his must-see show to Harrah’s New Orleans February 29 at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and may be purchased at Ticketmaster.com or by calling Harrah’s box office at 504-533-6600. More information about the show and times is available at www.harrahsneworleans.com.
More information about Bobby Caldwell is available at www.bobbycaldwell.com.
For more information about Harrah’s New Orleans, go to www.harrahsneworle ans.com
Friday, February 29 – Sunday, March 2, 2008
2008 JLGC Spring Market
Friday, February 29 – Sunday, March 2, 2008
Castine Center, Mandeville
The Junior League of Greater Covington presents the 3rd Annual Spring Market, featuring over 50 merchants selling a variety of items such as clothing, children’s items, books, home décor, food, garden accessories, jewelry, art, and kitchen ware and more!
STOMP OUT Childhood Obesity Fun Run
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Fontainebleau State Park
JLGC presents the Inaugural Stomp Out Childhood Obesity Walk/Run; a fun way to get the entire family moving! The 1 mile and 5K walk/run will take place on Saturday, March 1, 2008 at FontainebleauState Park at 8:30 a.m. Those interested in participating can pre-register in-person at Varsity Sports (2021 Claiborne Street, Mandeville 985-624-820 0) and Runner’s Choice (4700 Hwy 22, Mandeville 985-845-1948) or applications are available at www.15thstreetflyers.org and www.jlgc.net . All participants of the 1 mile and/or 5K walk/run will receive a complimentary pass for the Spring Market! For more information contact Lisa at 985-951-7020.
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Friday, February 29, 2008
SUZAUNE & COMPANY- Bombay Club, 830 Conti Street, 586-0972
9:30 PM 12:30 AM
Suzaune & Company: Staring Suzaune Yee McKamey, with Leslie Martin on piano, Will Buckingham on bass & Jungho Kang on drums
Boot Stompin, Hip Shakin American Music CHRISTIAN SERPAS & GHOST TOWN-
at BOOMTOWN CASINO-9 pm - 1 am
GHOST TOWN starts at 9 pm joined by WNOEs Eddie Edwards on harmonica, and the
show is free. sat nite is Mickey Gilley.
RIVER NORTH CHICAGO
Friday & Saturday, February 29 & March 1 at 8:00pm
NOCCA, 2800 Chartres Street
Tickets: $15 - $30
VISIT THE NOBADANCE.com FOR TICKETS, or call 504 522 0996!
Under the artistic direction of Cuban-born choreographer and former Hubbard Street dancer, Frank Chaves, River North carries on the great Chicago jazz dance tradition. From its inception in 1989, River North quickly became a jewel of the Chicago dance scene and beyond. Entertaining audiences nationwide with its theatrical performing style, this sleek, sassy ensemble makes its New Orleans debut with a program of thought-provoking and uplifting dance. Presented in partnership with the New Orleans Ballet Association.
Paintings by Mar garet Orr at Vega Tapas Cafe -Friday, February 29 - LEAP DAY! 5:00 - 7:00pm at Vegas Tapas Cafe, 2051 Metairie Road Leap Year Day! Opening Reception for Artist & Top TV Personality, Margaret Orr.
Complimentary tapas, wine, & sangria, and the opportunity to meet Margaret in person.
FRENCH QUARTER WINE FESTIVAL.
Hotel Maison Dupuy, 1001 Toulouse Street,586-8000;www.maisondupuy.com
The hotel presents its second annual monthlong festival. Opening ceremony on Friday at 6p.m. Tickets $49
MAZE AND FRANKIE BEVERLY RETURN TO NEW ORLEANS FOR SPECIAL ONE NIGHT ONLY EVENT
The one night only event will be held at 9:00 PM at the New Orleans Morial Convention Center state-of-the-art conference auditorium. The proceeds from the fundraiser will be used to repair damages to Basic's office and to restore operations and programs disrupted by Hurricane Katrina.
General admission tickets are available for $50, $75 or $100 and available for purchase through Ticketmaster.com and all Ticketmaster outlets. VIP packages are available at $200 and include admission to the concert and a special meet-and-greet r eception with Maze and Frankie Beverly after the performance. VIP packages are available at Basic, Inc.'s Website, www.basicinc.org.
Win, Place, Show!” Fairgrounds Tales: Winners, Losers, and Longshots. WPS Poster -Starring Christian Champagne and Lawrence P. Beron
Written by Ronnie Virgets, Christian Champagne, And Lawrence P Beron
The Olive Pit Theater
At Mount Olive Lutheran Church
315 Ridgelake Drive in Metairie Information and Reservations 832 6977
Fridays and Saturdays; February 29th & March 1st.
Post time for all shows is 8:00pm.
Tickets are $22.00, cash or check, for general admission.
Reservations are recommended.
Southern Rep THE CLEAN HOUSE by Sarah Ruhl: 2005 Pulitzer Prize Finalist-Southern Repertory Theater
Canal Place, 3rd Floor -504.522.6545 ; 504.891.8332
New Orleans’ Southern Rep presents THE CLEAN HOUSE by Sarah Ruhl running through March 16, 2008. Performances are Thursdays through Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 3 p.m.
Directed by Aimée Hayes, The Clean House features Leslie Castay, Bob Edes, Jr., Tari Hohn Lagasse, Maria Helan, and Peggy Walton-Walker with set design by Geoffrey Hall, lighting design by Bill Liotta, sound design and original composition by Eric Shim, and costume design by Ricola Willie.
Individual Tickets are $20-$26
Group rates and student and senior tickets are available. To order,
call (504) 522-6545, or order online through a secure server at www.southernrep.com
Thais Clar w/Palm Court Jazz Band
No cover at the bar. $5.00 cover at the tables.
Palm Court Jazz Cafe 1204 Decatur St
525-0200
Fi ne dining and live traditional jazz
7p-11p Music starts at 8p
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Eric Asher Show “Inside New Orleans”
12 noon to 3pm WIST 690AM 2:30pm to 3pm Event Highlights from LaFete News
Harrahs Casino Masquerade
Ladies of Masquerade 10:00 pm- 3:00 am
Masquerade, Harrah’s New Orleans’ exciting nightlife zone, is setting the stage with their nightly live entertainment. Set in the heart of the casino, this venue has become THE spot for locals downtown. The dynamic performance schedule features themed nights and well-known local artists.
Ellis Marsalis Quartet
Shows at 8pm & 10pm
Snug Harbor
626 Frenchm en St, New Orleans
Admission: 504-949-0696
Ras Tree & The Third Coast Allstars, plus The Elements
Tipitina's
501 Napoleon Ave.
New Orleans LA 70115
ph: 504-895-8477
fax: 504-891-7996
Presented by Jefferson Performing Arts Society-Westwego Performing Arts Theatre
177 Sala Ave # A, Westwego, LA,(504) 371-3330
All shows will begin at 7:30 p.m. on Fridays & Saturdays and 2:00 p.m. on Sundays.
"Joyful and unashamedly vulgar, Betsy Kelso's comic fable about women in a Florida trailer park and their no-account men is more fun than a chair-throwing episode of Jerry Springer set to music. Dates:
* Friday, February 29, 2008 @ 7:30 pm , Saturday, March 1, 2008 @ 7:30 pm
* Sunday, March 2, 2008 @ 2:00 pm , Friday, March 7, 2008 @ 7:30 pm
* Saturday, March 8, 2008 @ 7:30 pm, Sunday, March 9, 2008 @ 2:00 pm
Coco Robicheaux-6pm Juice-11pm-$5
d.b.a New Orleans
618 Frenchmen St, New Orleans Library-Armand St. Martin 6-11 On Trois-Marva Wright 5:30-9 Mélange-Jeremy Davenport 9-1
Ritz Carlton
921 Canal Street ,
Phone 504.524.1331 x3200
Never a cover charge!!!
Troi Benoit
Loews Hotel (300 Poydras)
Every Friday and Saturday
5-8pm.
No cover.
10pm
Mimi's in the Marigny 2601 Royal Street, corner of Franklin Street
Shaggy's Street party w/ Coco Robicxheaux, Irene Sage, Westbank Mike & More @ 3:30
Johnny J & The Hitmen @ 10
Banks Street Bar
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Friday, February 29, 2008
BAC Camper & RV Show
Start Date
Fri, Feb 29, 2008
End Date
Sun, Mar 2, 2008
Admission:
To be determined.
Event Times:
Friday - 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Saturday - 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Sunday - 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday, February 29, 2008
Thais Clar w/Palm Court Jazz Band
No cover at the bar. $5.00 cover at the tables.
Palm Court Jazz Cafe 1204 Decatur St
525-0200
Fine dining and live traditional jazz
7p-11p Music starts at 8p
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Friday, February 29, 2008
Eric Asher Show “Inside New Orleans”
12 noon to 3pm WIST 690AM 2:30pm to 3pm Event Highlights from LaFete News Eric’s show can be heard Monday thru Friday 12 noon to 3pm
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Friday, February 29, 2008
Harrahs Casino Masquerade
Ladies of Masquerade 10:00 pm- 3:00 am
Masquerade, Harrah’s New Orleans’ exciting nightlife zone, is setting the stage with their nightly live entertainment. Set in the heart of the casino, this venue has become THE spot for locals downtown. The dynamic performance schedule features themed nights and well-known local artists.
Friday, February 29, 2008
Le Chat Noir has the New Orleans BINGO!
Show Friday & Saturday, February 29th and March 1st, at 8pm
A Kurt Weill-styled cabaret with a dash of Circus, unique sound manipulations, sketches and clowning. Sometimes fast and loud, sometimes the audience waltzes in the aisles...but the winner of the actual bingo game always wins a dervish of a dance with a clown.
Call for your Reservations: 504.581.5812
Tickets $20 include reserved table but no dri nk credit.
for more about the show and a complete program calendar visit our
website at http://www.cabaretlechatnoir.com
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Friday, February 29, 2008
Ras Tree & The Third Coast Allstars, plus The Elements
Lindsay Adler
Promotions and Box Office Manager
Tipitina's
501 Napoleon Ave. New OrleansLA70115
ph: 504-895-8477
fax: 504-891-7996
Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Tel: 504-592-2565
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
10 a.m. to Noon Come have a conversation with Mayor Ray Nagin and Councilman James Carter
Mayor C. Ray Nagin and Councilman James Carter would like to invite you to a One New Orleans Conversation with the Eastbank Residents of District C.
The conversation will take place on Saturday, March 1, 2008 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at St.JudeCommunity Center, 411 N. Rampart Street.
Complimentary Refreshments will be served. Please forward this e-mail to your fellow east-b ank residents.
Please e-mail to mjoseph@mayorofno.com to confirm your attendance.
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Soul Fest
at Audubon Zoo
March 1 & 2 , 2008
Audubon Zoo's fifth annual Soul Fest presented by WellCare!
Audubon Zoo members get in free! This celebration of African American food, music, crafts and culture highlights the achievements and heritage of African Americans, and promotes healthy living via a health fair.
Entertainment
While providing cultural awareness and community outreach, Soul Fest also promises great musical entertainment at the Capital One Stage featuring:
Najee, George Porter Jr and Runnin' Pardners, Soul Rebels, DJ Rob Fresh, Shades of Praise, Captain Charles, and many more!
SOUL FEST 2008 STAGE SCHEDULE
SATURDAY, MARCH 1:
DJ Rob w ill entertain between performances.
10:00 10:30-Algiers Brass Band
10:40- Sgt. Kenneth Hollins (National Anthem)
11:00 11:30-Worship Squad
12:15 1:45-Rebirth Brass Band
2:15 2:45--Shades of Praise
3:15 4:45--Najee
SUNDAY, MARCH 2:
Captain Charles will entertain between performances.
10:00 10:30--Algiers Brass Band with Wild Mohican MG Indians
10:40--Sgt. Kenneth Hollins (National Anthem)
11:00 12:30--Soul Rebels
1:00 2:30--TBD
3:00 4:30-George Porter, Jr. & Runnin' Pardners
Information
Audubon Zoo is located at 6500 Magazine Street in New Orleans. Admission to Soul Fest is included in regular Zoo admission. Audubon Zoo opens at 10 a.m. For more information about Soul Fest at Audubon Zoo, please call (504) 581-4629.
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
Book Reading and Signing Party for TRUCK STUCK
a children's book by Sallie Wolf, www.salliewolf.com
Saturday, March 1, at Maple Street Book Shop
from 11 am to 12:30 pm. 7523 Maple Street
Saturday, March 1, 2008
THE O-MAZING RACE
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Here we go again... The event of the year is back...
The Kohlmeyer Circle of the Ogden Museum of Southern Art presents the 2nd annual O-mazing Race, an interactive scavenger hunt adventure through New Orleans. Participants pursue clues in horse-drawn carriages, testing knowledge of all things Southern-music, art,beginning at 5:30 p.m.
Ogden Museum of Southern Art,925 Camp St., 539-9600; www.ogdenmuseum.com-
Saturday, March 1, 2008
HUGE VINTAGE FASHION SALE......
SATURDAY and SUNDAY....
at 330 MADISON STREET...
it is a REALLY EASY FIVE MINUTE DRIVE...
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Jennifer Davis reading and booksigning: “Her Kind of Want” and “Our Former Lives in Art” On March 1, Davis will have a reading and booksigning at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art. 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. (Event starts promptly at 2 p.m.) Museum of Southern Art, Orientation Theater, 3rd floor
Admission:
Free for Ogden members, UNO students and faculty (with ID); nonmembers, $10. Saturday, March 1, 2008
FRANK DAVIS MAKES GOOD GRO CERIES! A New Orleans Cookbook By Frank Davis .
Frank Davis is resident chef and outdoors director for WWL-TV in New Orleans. He is the author of Frank Davis Cooks Cajun, Creole, and Crescent City
10:00-2:00 pm -Rouses,1000 W Esplanade Ave,(504) 468-2453
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Storyteller Frank Levy presents his instant theatre production of “The Cajun & the Leprechaun"
The Children's Castle is located at 503 Williams Blvd.
Kenner's Rivertown
For More Information:
Contact:
Phone: 504-468-7231, Ext 220
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
Kids Program with the Treme Brass Band 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. Children are invited to bring their own instruments and participate with members of the Treme Brass Band in this hour long performance.
Doreen Ketchens & the Jazz Ladies 2:00 – 3:30 p.m. Kick off Women’s History Month with a 6 piece cast of mostly women jazz musicians led by dazzling clarinetist Doreen Ketchens.
New OrlansJazzNationalHistoricalPark
916 N Peters
French Quarter
(Riverside, N. Peters and Dumaine)
beautiful indoor stage!
These activities are free and open to the public and will take place in the park’s VisitorCenter at 916 N. Peters Street, unless specified. The VisitorCenter is the site of programs and music performances relating to the origins, development and progression of America’s original art form – jazz. For more information, call 504-589-4841, Tuesday through Saturday, or visit us online at www.nps.gov/jazz.
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
CLAY UNDER THE BIG TOP
Group ceramics show in conjunction with NOLA Fired Up, a weekend of Clay in New Orleans.
Featured artists: Mark Derby, Naomi Duffey, Michele Hudelot, Morgana King, Maria LoVollo, Bill Newman, Diane Pecnik, Pandra Williams
Opening Reception: Sat., March 1, 6 to 10 pm w/ Hello, a harp & cello duet at 7.
Vivaz ! (Latinjazz,Salsa , funk and more,,,,,,,,,,,)
11pm till... Blue Nile.. 532 Frenchnmen St. New Orleans, Louisiana. www.vivazlatinband.com
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
Lionel Ferbos w/Palm Court Jazz Band
No cover at the bar. $5.00 cover at the tables.
Palm Court Jazz Cafe
1204 Decatur S t
525-0200
Fine dining and live traditional jazz
7p-11p Music starts at 8p
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
Masquerade Schedule
Ladies of Masquerade 10:00 pm- 3:00 am
Harrah's New Orleans
365 Canal Street, Suite 1000
New Orleans, LA 70130
(504) 533-6891 office
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
Swing Harmonies TOPSY CHAPMAN and Solid Harmony
Shows at 8 & 10pm
Snug Harbor 626 Frenchmen St.
Admission: 504-949-0696
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
John Boutte -7pm Roddie Romero & the HubCity All-stars -11pm-~$5
d.b.a. New Orleans
618 Frenchmen St, New Orleans
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
Walter "Wolfman" Washington & The Roadmasters with Russell Batiste, Joe Krown, and special guest Eddie Bo
show 10pm, doors 9pm
Lindsay Adler
Promotions and Box Office Manager
Tipitina's
501 Napoleon Ave. New OrleansLA70115
ph: 504-895-8477
fax: 504-891-7996 www.tipitinas.com for more info or to buy tickets!
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
10pm Kyle Rousell's Quartet (TJ/MJ)
Donna's Bar & Grill
Live Local Music & Dinner~ Friday, Saturday, Sunday & Monday nights
800 N. Rampart Street,
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-59 6-6914 www.donnasbarandgrill.com
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Saturday, March 1, 2007
Upper 9th Ward Farmers Market/Bywater Market
The Market take place every Saturday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. inside the Holy Angel Convent's parking lot at 3500 St. Claude Avenue. For more information or to participate as a food vendor, call Margery at (504) 343-3505 or the Market Office at (504) 482-5722. Good Health Begins with Good Food
The Market offers free Yoga classes from Noon to 1 p.m. inside the Chapel. Saturday, March 1, 2007
Cajun Cookin’ Class
New Orleans’ Famous Creole Chef Saundra Green
10am – noon
Cajun Cookin’ School
Inside Creole Delicacies
Third Floor of the Rive rwalk Marketplace
Poydras St & The River
$25 per person includes lunch.
Lunch served 7 days a week noon till
Info & reservations: 504-523-6425
Outside Catering Now Available
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
GERMANCOAST FARMERS'
The German Coast Farmers' Market is open every Saturday from 8am until noon in St. Charles Parish at Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Road in Destrehan.
8am—noon
Ormond Plantation
River Road, Destrehan
Ann Montgomery (985)764-9762
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Saturday, March 1, 2008 CrescentCity Farmers Market
When: Saturdays / year round / rain or shine What Time: 8 a.m. - 12 noon Where:700 Magazine Street
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
GRETNA FARMER'S MARKET
Huey P. Long Avenue - between 3rd & 4th Streets
Gretna, LA 70053
EVERY SATURDAY - RAIN OR SHINE
UNDER THE COVERED MARKET
8:30AM UNTIL 12:30PM
Saturday, March 1, 2008
Saturday & Sunday
Benny Hardy & The New Orleans Knights Jazz Band 10:30 AM The French Market All-Stars 4:00 PM
The Market Cafe
1000 Decatur St. New Orleans, LA70116
504 527-5000
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
Library-Armand St. Martin 6-11 On Trois-Marva Wright 5:30-9 Mélange-Jeremy Davenport 9-1
Ritz Carlton
921 Canal Street
New Or leans, Louisiana 70112
Mia Gutierrez
Restaurant Reservations
Phone 504.524.1331 x3200
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
Washboard Chaz Blues Trio
Spotted Cat
Frenchmen St
6:30 pm-9:30 pm
EVERY Saturday
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Saturday, March 1, 2008
Troi Benoit
Loews Hotel (300 Poydras)
Every Friday and Saturday
5-8pm.
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Jimmy Buffett's Margaritaville
Tel: 504-592-2565
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
World Premiere RENAISSANCE FOR NEW ORLEANS BY JAY WEIGEL FEATURING THE SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
Sunday, March 2, 2008, 4 p.m.
St. Louis Cathedral, New Orleans, Louisiana Free Admission
New Orleans native son Jay Weigel has created works for some of the leading orchestras in the country. Now he adds the SMSO to his prestigious list of credits with a world premiere in the St. Louis Cathedral. Also, featuring music of Debussy and Saint-Saëns, and including the Hattiesburg Choral Union, this emotional and uplifting program is a musical tour de force.
THE TICKETS AND MORE INFORMATION
The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call the Symphony office at 601.266.4001 or visit online at www.usm. edu/symphony.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Angela Kilcrease, public relations officer College of Arts and Letters
Ph: 601.266.4988; Cell: 601.270.3939 Angela.sullivan@usm.edu
John Michael Lopinto, marketing and educational outreach coordinator
Southern Mississippi Symphony Orchestra
Phone: 601.266.4001 Mike.lopinto@usm.edu
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
Music at the Norwegian Seamen's Church
The Norwegian Seamen's Church, 1772 Prytania Street, announces the following musical events for March:
Sunday, March 2, 11 am: Jazz Service with the Tom McDermott Quartet featuring Evan Christopher.
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
Nicke l-A-Dance
Detroit Brooks’ Syncopated Percolators with Juanita Brooks
Ray’s Boon Boom Room
508 Frenchmen
4-7 p.m.
The Nickel-A-Dance concerts, a New Orleans family-friendly jazz-dance tradition since 1994, will open the March series of concerts on Sunday, March 2, with Detroit Brooks’ Syncopated Percolators with Juanita Brooks.
Sunday, March 2, 2008
“Spring Fling” March 2, 2008 at One Eyed Jacks!
Fleur de Tease is New Orleans’ premiere troupe of true professional burlesque dancers, including artistic director Trixie Minx, Madame Mystere, Lily L’ Envie, Bella Blue, and fire-eating hottie Natasha Fiore’. The cast of intriguing burlesque dancers believes in putting on a brand new original show each time they perform.
Tickets for the Fleur de Tea se Burlesque Spring Fling Revue, Sunday, March 2, 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. Also, you can reserve table seating for the shows and book Fleur de Tease to perform at your private party, event, or fundraiser by calling 504-975-1245. For more information on the latest Fleur de Tease charity events, merchandise, and shows, please visit www.fleurdetease.com , www.myspace.com/fleurdetease , or contact Sheri M. B. McKee, Media Madam at 504-432-7629, SherMcBleu@aol.com .
Fleur de Tease is proud to have the House of Lounge, the finest lingerie store in New Orleans, 2044 Magazine Street, as a continuing sponsor for the 2008 Season.
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
Talented singer, composer and pianist
PHILIP MELANCON
Sundays - Thursdays from 7 to 11pm
at the Bombay Club
in the privately owned
Price Conti Hotel
830 Conti Street
504.586.0972
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
FLEURDE V
featuring
VENESSA JOSEPH
The wife of KIRK JOSEPH "MASTER OF SOUSAFUNK" is appearing weekly in her own JAZZ/RYTHM AND BLUES SHOW
at
THE BOTTOM LINE NIGHT CLUB
2101 ELYSIAN FIELDS AVE. @ THE CORNER OF FRENCHMEN ST.
EVERY SUNDAY NIGHT 7:00-10:00 P.M .
$10.00 ADMISSION INCLUDING FREE FOOD
ATTIRE CASUAL/FUN
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Sunday, March 2, 2 008
Sunday, a series of films by David Lynch will be shown at LoyolaUniversity. They will be shown in connection with the Loyola course "Imaginary Voyages: Fantasy and Reality in Philosophy and Film" and are co-sponsored by the Loyola Film Buffs Institute. Films will be
shown at 3:00PM on Sunday afternoons in Bobet Hall 332 at Loyola. They are
free and open to all. Here is the schedule:
March 2 INLAND EMPIRE
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Cajun Cookin’ Class
Featuring New Orleans’ Famous Creole Chef Saundra Green
10am – Noon
Cookin’ Cajun Cajun Cookin’ School OUTSIDE CATERING AVAILABLE
Inside Creole Delicacies
Third Floor of the Riverwalk Marketplace
Poydras St & The River
$25 per person includes lunch.
W onderful Cajun Bloody Marys $4
Lunch served 7 days a week noon till
Reservations: (504) 523-6425
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
Ritz Carlton
On Trois-Armand St.Martin 10-1:30 On Trois-Catherine Anderson 2-4
Mia Gutierrez
Restaurant Reservations 921 Canal Street New Orleans, Louisiana70112
Phone 504.524.1331 x3200
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
Trinity Artist Series Every Sunday Sundays at 5:00 pm Free
LPO Chamber Players David Rosen, cello; Scott Slapin, viola; Jane Gabka, oboe; Hannah Yim, Byron Touchi, violins Music by Mozart & Dvorak
Please Note: BACH AROUND THE CLOCK the 11th Annual< BR>STARTS Friday, March 28 at 7:30 p.m Continues throughout the night and all day Saturday March 29 ending at Midnight HUNDREDS of performers 29 hours of music, poetry, dance, yoga, and much more FREE of charge .....NOPD protection.... Refreshments....
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Sunday Music Workshop Series featuring Matt Perrine, Brian Coogan, Craig Klein, and Johnny Vidacovich 12:30pm-3:30pm
Sun, 3/02 -- Cajun fais do do with Bruce Daigrepont 5:30pm
TIPITINA'S UPTOWN 501 Napoleon Ave New Orleans, LA
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d.b.a New Orleans
618 Frenchmen St, New Orleans
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
Joe Krown--Hammond Organ Walter Wolfman Washington--Guitar Russell Batiste--Drums
Maple Leaf Bar
8316 Oak St St. New Orleans (504) 866-9359
Every Sunday
10:00PM
Free Crawfish!! Free Crawfish!!
(w/admission)
Hey Everyone--This trio has been playing Sundays at the Maple Leaf. It's been sounding really great and the crawfish are back. Stop by and say hello!!!
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
EVERY SUNDAY @ 9:30pm
< BR>Shannon Powell's Jazz Quartet
Donna's Bar & Grill
800 N. Rampart Street,
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-596-6914 www.donnasbarandgrill.com
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
THE RITES OF SWING
a six piece string band playing gypsy
jazz, swing, and Brazilian music.
Every Sunday 4 to 6 p.m.
The Rites of Swing
The Spotted Cat on Frenchmen Street
No Cover but some whining for tips
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Sunday, March 2, 2008
Sunday Night Jazz Party!!! Featuring:
Skip Robertson & Society Red:
Don't Miss a Scalding Gumbo of Jazz served up Straight, Funky and Latin , along with Spicy,
Traditional New Orleans Tastes and a Host of Other Flavors
Downbeat @ 10 pm
Sundays at the Spotted Cat-
623 Frenchmen St.
across from Snug Harbor
No Cover!!!
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UNITY CHURCH IN METAIRIE is hosting a presentation of Joseph Campbell's "Sukhavati" on March 4 and 18 and April 1 and 15 from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. A
discussion will follow each segment of the movie.
UnityChurch in Metairie is located at 3303 Richland Ave., Suite 2A, Metairie, LA70002. Located behind Parran's Restaurant, off Veterans Blvd.
MARCH 4- MAD HATTER LUNCHEON- NEW ORLEANS OPERA ASSOCIATION
" Walking on the Wild Side" luncheon featuring a style show by Saks Fifth Avenue, a hat contest with celebrity judges,raffles and silent auction. 11 a.m. Women’s Guild of the New Orleans Opera invites you to join them at the annual Mad Hatter’s Luncheon Fundraiser – “Walk on the Wild Side” fundraiser luncheon featuring a style show by Saks Fifth Avenue presenting the St John's Spring Collection, a hat contest with celebrity judges,raffles and silent auction. 11 a.m
Ron Forman of the Audubon Institute will serve as the first honorary Mad Hatter.Mistress of Ceremonies: Margaret Orr. 10:30 at the New Orleans Hilton Riverside - 504-529-2278
An amazing selection of the freshest, tastiest fruits, vegetables, seafood, baked breads and freshly made pies, bedding plants, dairy products, freshly cut flowers, and more! direct from our region's finest farmers, fishers, and bakers.
Tuesday, March 4, 11, 18, 25, 2008
Modern Jazz Jesse McBride presents The Next Generation
d.b.a New Orleans
618 Frenchmen St, New Orleans
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Tuesday, March 4, 2008
John Rankin
Every Tuesday 8 to 11 p.m.
The Columns 3811 St. Charles Ave.
No Cover
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Tuesday, March 4, 2008
The EVERY TUESDAY “Organ and Labyrinth” TrinityArtistSeries TrinityChurch 1329 Jackson avenueNew Orleans From 6 pm to 7 pm:
A unique hour meditation with organ music,
Performed by Albinas.
A salient feature is the pipe organ,
a fine 57 rank tracker action instrument.
Occasionally other music, vocal and instrumental
are included. The music includes a variety of music
ranging from Classical Baroque to popular music.
The contemplative aspect of the experience
is heightened by subdued lighting and mu ch use of candles !
FREE
1329 Jackson Av. New Orleans
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Tuesday, March 4, 2008
Rebirth Brass Band
Every Tuesday
10pm
Maple Leaf Bar
8316 Oak St New Orleans
504-866-9359
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Darling friends,
