Darling friends,
In spite of the fact that I have been recovering from a fabulous Mardi Gras 2009, I had to attend several events that were so important such the wake and funeral for Miss Antoinette K-Doe. Her funeral was more like a celebration of her life than an expression of our sadness. Her many friends sent her off as the true “Empress of the Universe.” May she rest in peace with her beloved Ernie.
I also did not want to miss the candidacy announcement of my darling friend Ranord Darensburg as a Civil Court Judge. The event was held at Dooky Chase Restaurant. The food was delicious and it was a true pleasure to see Chef Leah Chase and her darling husband. Not only does Ronald have a lot of experience as a lawyer, but he also has experience as a social worker which is very much needed in our judicial system.
If know me, you know I was not going to miss “Jazz in Film - The Movie Music of Terence Blanchard” with the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. It was wonderful and I just cannot believe that there were empty seats.
Immediately after the concert, I went to the Bombay Club to see my darling friend Johnny Angel performing with his Swinging Demons. It was so much fun, and my friend and I danced the night away between eating delicious mussels and drinking wine.
The next day, I was ready to stay home, but alas that was not to be the case.. My friend lured me away to the Williams Research Center to see "Cajun on the Silver Screen." I had never seen the silent version of Evangeline done in 1925 with Dolores del Rio. It was wonderful and I can not wait till next Sunday, when the series continues with the presentation of filmmaker Pat Mire of "Dirty Rice" at 2 p.m. Free and open to the public. Seating is limited; reservations may be made by calling (504) 523-4662 or e-mailing wrc@hnoc.org.
Of course, I needed to continue going and, in between showing a beautiful commercial /residential property for sale at 830 Royal, we headed to "Nickel a Dance" at its new venue at Snug Harbor. It was wonderful and I look forward to next Sunday, when Kermit Ruffins and his band will the feature musical entertainment. The Nickel a Dance program is free and open to the public every Sunday during March from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Before, I tell you about all the wonderful events taking place this week, I want to congratulate my darling friend David Villarubia, owner of Degas House, who is being acknowledged by the French Minister of Culture for his contributions with Degas House. His Excellency, Pierre Vimont, Ambassador of France to the United States, and the Honorable Olivier Brochenin, Consul General of France in New Orleans, will present the award of the Chevalier de L'Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters) for "significantly contributing to the enrichment of the French cultural inheritance." The ceremony will take place on March 21at 11:30 p.m. at the Degas House. Congratulations David!
7 on Fulton has recently promoted Matthew Fultz to Executive Chef. Fultz, 29, joined the staff at 7 on Fulton in the Wyndham Riverfront Hotel in 2006 and quickly worked his way up to Executive Sous Chef. Lunch entrees range from $10 to $19; dinner entrees are $15 to $27. A bar menu is available during all service hours. 7 on Fulton is located in the Wyndham Riverfront Hotel at 701 Convention Center Blvd. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days a week.
I was thinking of recharging my batteries in Pensacola, but when I saw all the fun activities that have scheduled for this week, there is no way, I could leave town.
My friend Rene Manfree of CityLife Promotions is hosting a Travel Party and Internet Marketing Event at Landry's Seafood on Lakefront Tuesday night, March 3, at 6:30 p.m.
The Women’s Guild of The New Orleans Opera Association will have its annual Opera Ball on Saturday, April 25. The theme is “Aida” but prior to the ball there is the annual "unveiling party" of the artwork for the ball. The party will be at the Lakeshore Drive home of Ronnie Lamarque on March 8. You must be at the Patron level to receive an invite to the unveiling party. So make your reservation now: Contact Virginia Eckholdt at (504) 456-9401 for more information.
March 4
WEDNESDAY AT THE J.W. MARRIOTT
Experience an evening of cultural indulgences from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the JW Marriott Lobby Lounge featuring works by local artists. This week it is Cynthia Ramirez (Watercolors – Pre-Columbian, Mayan and Aztec Imagery) and live entertainment by Tony Seville (multi-instrumentalist). Wine Tasting and complimentary Hors D’oeuvres
March 4
Wednesday, March 4
MONTELEONE HOTEL CELEBRATES 100 ANNIVERSARY OF GRANDFATHER CLOCK
The sounds of a century will be heard throughout the Grand Lobby of the Hotel Monteleone on Wednesday, March 4 at 2 p.m., when antique enthusiasts from across the city gather to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the hotel’s beautifully ornate, grandfather clock. Part of the afternoon’s celebration will include a fascinating lecture about the history of the clock and the history of the hotel—one of the last, great family-owned hotels in America—by William Rau of M.S. Rau Antiques on Royal Street. The lecture is free and open to the public.
WEDNESDAYS AT THE JW MARIOTT
Experience an evening of cultural indulgences from 5:30 to 8 p.m. at the JW Marriott Lobby Lounge featuring works by Local Artists: Cynthia Ramirez -(Watercolors - Pre Columbian, Mayan and Aztec Imagery)
Live Entertainment by: Tony Seville-(multi-instrumentalist)
Wine Tasting and complimentary Hors D’oeuvres
March 4
CELEBRATION OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN'S BIRTH AT WILLIAM RESEARCH CENTER
“New Orleans Emancipated,” an evening celebrating the bicentennial of Abraham Lincoln’s birth featuring lectures by Professor Lawrence Powell and noted historian Christina Vella from 6:30 p.m. Consisting of two lectures, the program examines Lincoln and the city of New Orleans in the mid-19th century. Professor Powell presents “Abraham Lincoln and New Orleans: How the Crescent City Nudged Lincoln toward Emancipation and Beyond,” to be follow by Vella’s lecture, titled “Goodbye to Good Times: ‘Beast’ Butler and the Occupation of New Orleans.”
Both lectures are at the Williams Research Center, The Historic New Orleans Collection, 410 Chartres Street, in the French Quarter . Free and open to the public. Seating is limited; reservations may be made by calling (504) 523-4662 or e-mailing wrc@hnoc.org. The Collection, as part of the series, "Cajun on the Silver Screen," is presenting each Sunday in March, a different film on Cajun culture. This week, on March 8, filmmaker Pat Mire will discuss “Dirty Rice” at 2:00 p.m., also at the Williams Research Center. Seating is limited; call (504) 523-4662 or e-mail wrc@hnoc.org for reservations.
Tuesday, March 3-9
MUSIC AT DOS JEFES UPTOWN CIGAR BAR - NO COVER CHARGE
MONDAYS-THURSDAYS 9:30pm-FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS 10pm
DOS JEFES UPTOWN CIGAR BAR,5535 TCHOUPITOULAS ST.(504) 891-8500,dosjefescigarbar.com
TUE., 3/3 - TOM HOOK
WED., 3/4 - BOB ANDREWS
THU., 3/5 - THE JASON MARSALIS VIBES TRIO W/ GEOFF CLAPP
FRI., 3/6 - SUNPIE & THE LA. SUNSPOTS
SAT., 3/7 - ACOUSTIC SWIFTNESS
MON., 3/9 - JOE KROWN
March 4
Wednesday Wine Tastings at RioMar
Celebrate the coming of spring with us from 7 to 8 p.m.! Morgan of Purveyor's will be hosting our first spring wine tasting and will feature 3 wonderful whites and a beautiful red to boot. As always, $20 gets you a tasting of all four delicious wines as well as complimentary tapas from our award-winning kitchen.
March 4-10
MUSIC AT THE BOMBAY CLUB- 830 CONTI STREET, 504-586-0972 - NO COVER CHARGE
Monday – Wednesday March 4th David Armstrong Pianist 6-9pm
Friday Lisa Lynn Trio 9:30 – 12:30 Original Jazz, & R & B
Saturday Banu Gibson Trio 9:30 – 12:30 Jazz, & R & B
Sunday March 8th Phillip Melancon Pianist 7 – 11pm
Monday – Wednesday March 9th - 11th David Armstrong Pianist 6-9pm
MUSIC AT THE POLO LOUNGE OF THE WINDSOR COURT
The Polo Club Lounge-Live Music 7 Nights a Week! NO COVER CHARGE
The Leah Chase Trio-Every Friday Night- PM - Midnight
Anais St. John With The Harry Mayronne Trio-Every Saturday Night,9 PM – Midnight
Michael Pellera-Solo Piano-Thursdays 7 PM - 11 PM,Fridays and Saturdays 6 PM – 9 PM
Zaza-Solo Piano-Sunday thru Wednesday-7 PM – 11 PM
Thursday, March 5
FRENCH QUARTER BUSINESS ASSOCIATION LUNCH FORUM
TIME: 11:30 am Networking -12:00 pm Lunch with Presentation by Dr. John Elstrott
Professor of Entrepreneurship and the Executive Director of the Levy-Rosenblum Institute for Entrepreneurship at TulaneUniversity's Freeman School of Business.
"The Purpose Driven Company" at Galatoire's Restaurant -$30 per Person. For reservations e-mail annie@fqba.org
March 5
CITADELLE GIN TASTING
Citadelle Gin , made by the French Monks originally, is created with 17 herbs. Come experience all of the herbs, sample the Gin and have a cocktail made with Mathilde's natural liquors at 6:00 PM at Partysist, 200 metairie road suite 100 metairie;@partysist.com
URL: http://www. partysist.com -free
March 5
Taste of Burgundy at Martin Wine Cellars
Enjoy 25 wonderful wines from Burgundy complemented by artisanal cheese and delicious delights prepared by our catering staff. You must be 21 to attend. There is limited space. Reserve your glass today! View wines to be tasted at martinwine.com tasting event page.
$45 per person at Martin Wine Cellar,714 Elmeer Avenue.Meet Special Guests Becky Wasserman Hone and Russell Hone of Le Serbet at this reception style tasting on Metairie location from 6:30 - 8pm.
March 5
Free Brian Blade Concert @ Loyola
The CAC is proud to co-present a free concert with Brian Blade and the
Fellowship Band, performing at Loyola University New Orleans - Roussel
Performance Hall, located in the Communications/Music Complex on the corner of
St. Charles Ave. and Calhoun St.Doors at 7, show starts at 7:30pm.
Admission is free. To reserve tickets, please call (504) 865-2100.
Friday, March 6
OBITUARY COCKTAIL SOCIETY
Obers will gather as always from 6 to 7 p.m. at this great new saloon, The Royal Palm, Coconut Club Lounge, 1901 Manhattan Boulevard, Harvey. Phone: 504-644-4100
$2.50 Martini’s and Cosmos. Appetizers on the house for Obiters to enjoy. This a new up-scale development on the West Bank that have ben featuring Julie Lashae on Fridays and Gennifer Flowers on Saturday.
March 6
PHILIP MELANCON ALIVE AT LE PAVILLON
Every Friday beginning at 7 p.m.
March 6
THIRD ANNUAL FRENCH QUARTER WINE FESTIVAL
Grand Opening Reception, 7 p.m., the Courtyard, $65
Come celebrate the opening night of the 2009 French Quarter Wine Festival at the Maison Dupuy Hotel. Sample more than 50 wines from the many wineries featured in this year’s festival, and savor selections from a bountiful buffet of exquisite cuisine.Modeled after the prestigious Boston Wine Festival, the dinners, hosted by either the winemaker or proprietor, will showcase wines from California, Oregon and Italy. Building on the success of previous years, founder Daniel Bruce and Nationally Acclaimed Chef Michael Farrell of Le Meritage at the Maison Dupuy have invited eleven phenomenal wineries to participate. Dishes for each dinner will be created to compliment the vintner’s selections. We welcome you to become part of this year’s festivities and look forward to seeing you at the 3rd Annual French Quarter Wine Festival.Call 504-648-6119.
Saturday, March 7
GENNIFER FLOWERS and Pianist Mimi Guste
8-11pm. The Royal Palm on Manhattan Boulevard in Harvey.
March 7
FATS DOMINO'S 81st BIRTHDAY BASH!
Don't miss this Tipitina's Foundation event featuring a performance by "Lil Fats"
plus the Students of the Tipitina's Internship Program
9:00pm Cake Presentation "Happy Birthday Fats Domino"
9:30pm Lil Fats
General Admission tickets $15
VIP Tickets $30 (include free beer, wine, and soda, light food, limited seating)
*All proceeds benefit the Tipitina's Foundation
Get your tickets now at www.tipitinas.com, or by calling (504) 895-8477.
March 8
ALGIERS FRIENDSHIP DAY
A Sunday "Street Party" at Algiers Point: Corner of Olivier & Patterson Streets, noon till 5:00 p.m. Serving green beer, hot dogs, cabbage, soft drinks. All day music with three live bands.
March 8
NICKELL A DANCE AT SNUG HARBOR
It takes place every Sunday during March from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m. This Sunday, March 8 will be one of favorite performers, Kermit Ruffins and the Barbeque Swingers. Free and open to the public.
March 8
Sunday, March 82:00 p.m. • Williams Research Center,
410 Chartres St.
Seating is limited; call (504) 523-4662 or e-mail wrc@hnoc.org for reservations.
Each Sunday in March, The Collection will present a different film on Cajun culture. This week, filmmaker Pat Mire will discuss Dirty Rice (PG-13, Running time: 1 hour, 25 minutes).
March 8
UNVEILING PARTY FOR THE NEW ORLEANS OPERA ASSOCIATION'S ARTWORK
The Women’s Guild of The New Orleans Opera Association will have its annual Opera Ball on Saturday, April 25. The theme is “Aida.” There will be an unveiling party for the lovely artwork that each year commemorates the ball. This year's unveiling party will be at the Lakeshore Drive home of Ronnie Lamarque on March 8. It is not free but if you attend the ball as at the patron level, you will be invited to the unveiling party. So make your reservation now: Contact Virginia Eckholdt at (504) 456-9401 for more information.
March 8
Alice in Burlesqueland” March 8 at One Eyed Jacks!
Through April 26
NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART
NOMA presents "Frederick J. Brown: New Portraits of Jazz Greats" and "Style, Form and Function: Glass from the Collection of Jack M. Sawyer.." Brown’s "New Portraits of Jazz Greats" is an exhibition of paintings depicting 20th century musical giants including Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra and Billie Holiday, among others. "Style, Form and Function" is a major exhibition showcasing a lifetime of acquisitions by the New Orleans collector and celebrating the survival of these objects despite a 30-foot storm surge that inundated Sawyer's Waveland, Miss., home on August 29, 2005.
Through December 2009
"FROM TRAMPS TO KINGS: ZULU 100 YEARS"
The Presbytere, 751 Chartres Street, Jackson Square, 504-586-6968. Visit http://lsm.crt.state.la.us/zulu/
MUSIC AT THE RITZ CARLTON HOTEL
Performing musicians are, Thursday, Friday and Saturday: Early evening, George French; Later evening, Jeremy Davenport; Sunday Brunch: Armand St Martin.
SAVE A DATE
Wednesday,March 11
ROUND TABLE LUNCHEON AT BEGUE'S
My monthly Round Table luncheon will be MARCH 11 at noon at Begue's of the Royal Sonesta Hotel. The featured speakers are Jenny Hamilton , Director of New Orleans Ballet Association, Marci Schramm, Director of the French Quarter Festivals and talented pianist, cross-word writer Armand St. Martin. The three-course gourmet luncheon is $35, all inclusive including complimentary parking and wine.. For reservations, please contact Noel Scallan at 504-553-2220 or email her at nscallan@royalsonestano.com
Wednesday, March 11
Have a great week!
Have a great week!
6:00 p.m. • 533 Royal St.
Opening reception for
The Collection and the Contemporary Arts Center have partnered to host a dual exhibition celebrating the life and work of photographer Michael P. Smith (1937–2008), who captured the heart and soul of New Orleans’s music, culture, and folkways. Each venue will highlight a different aspect of Smith’s work. THNOC’s display, “Beyond the Music,” opens Wednesday, March 11, and will feature more than 80 photographs of spiritual churches, second lines, Mardi Gras Indians, social aid and pleasure clubs, and other inimitable facets of New Orleans life. “Beyond the Music” will be on display in the Williams Gallery at 533 Royal Street. The gallery is open Tuesday–Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Sunday from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Both the exhibition and the opening are free and open to the public.
Follow Chris Lane, the Little White Rabbit as he hops through the door of One Eyed Jacks, 615 Toulouse Street in the French Quarter, and begins an intoxicating adventure full of tantalizing surprises as Fleur de Tease presents Alice in Burlesqueland at 8PM & 10PM on Sunday, March 8. Patrons will have a ball joining The Mad Hatter’s Tea Party and watching the poetic body language of the caterpillar. As always, there will be an array of surprise’s including special guest circus style aerialists Lester & Marian, magic, comedy, and the ladies of Fleur de Tease bringing caution upon those that consume special “Drink Me” drinks and “Eat Me” potions like Alice.
Fleur de Tease is New Orleans’ premiere troupe of true professional burlesque dancers, including artistic director Trixie Minx, Madame Mystere, Lily Summers, Bella Blue, Natasha Fiore’, and Rory Wrey. This cast of intriguing burlesque dancers creates a new original show each time they perform. No two shows are ever alike. Tickets for the Fleur de Tease Burlesque Alice in Burlesqueland, Sunday, March 8, 2009, 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. SherMcBleu@aol.com .
