Good Morning Everybody,
Off to a bit of a late start this morning, but here's some fun to get your day going!
It's the Palmer Park Arts Market today from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 pm....This monthly open air festival of creativity hosted by the Arts Council of New Orleans featuring the 3rd annual Haitian Art Expo with the best local artists, live music, and good food. In the Kids Tent at 10:30 am- Deep South All Breed Obedience Training Club will have a Dog Show; afterwards the Craft Project of the Day will be Hound Headgear! In the Music Tent, The Kat Walker Jazz Combo will perform at 1:00 pm, followed by Lips & the Trips at 2:30 pm. Go out there and by some art!
For some music in the afternoon...make sure you by the Louisiana Music Factory (2nd block of Decatur off Canal) for some in store music concerts!! Here's the excellent line-up this Saturday....Louisiana Music Factory Dan Rivers 2:00 pm, Meschiya Lake 3:00 pm, and Roddie Romero and the Hub City All-Stars 4:00 pm!!!
If you're looking of an outdoor movie....make sure to head on down to the park by the Mid-City Yacht Club (440 St. Patrick)...they're playing Ferris Bueller's Day Off at 8:00 pm!!! For more info click on the above link.
Tonight it's Burlesque for the Bayou from 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm at the Howlin Wolf (907 South Peters)....Burly-Q for the Bayou will be a great night of burlesque performances, music, prizes, an escape artist, and more! Music by The UnNaturals and We are the Pretenders... Burlesque by Foxy Flambeaux, Bella Blue, Dorian Faust & Roulette Rose... escape performance by VeVe Laroux. Proceeds go directly to the oil spill affected families and wildlife via Coastal Heritage Society of Louisiana. Advance tickets available on the Howlin Wolf website at http://www.howlin-wolf.com/.
Another wonderful benefit tonight is at Generations Hall.....The Greater New Orleans Entertainment Foundation is proud to present their 2nd annual gala, NOLA Rocks! Entertainment will include music by Bag of Donuts, Five Finger Discount, The Molly Ringwalds, Kyle Turley, Fleur de Lis, Vieux Carre, Band Camp, Black Magnolia, Michael Baptiste, Sugar Lee, Al "Carnival Time" Johnson, The Mystics, Hot Ticket, Naydja Cojoe, Cyril Neville, Kermit Ruffins, Ceasar Elloie, and many special guests performers.
The GNOEF is a non-profit organization whose mission is to raise money to provide musical instruments and education for tomorrow's musicians and entertainers. Its focus is on the musical, entertainment, and arts departments of local schools. For more information on this event, please visit the event's Facebook page.
And if you're looking for more burlesque and a little (or alot) of wackiness...Go to the Big Top (1638 Clio) tonight/tomorrow morning for two shows at 7:00 pm and 1:00 am to check out Straight out of Coney Island, it's the 2010 Coney Island Cockabilly Roadshow, featuring the trashiest, dirtiest rock and roll, the most mind-bending and bizarre sideshow and the most sultry and seductive burlesque that Coney Island has to offer. Promoting their big end of summer Labor Day Weekend event, this wrecking crew will be blowing the roof off of clubs and bars across the United States all summer long. "Real Live Sideshow ! Real Live Burlesque ! Real Live Rock and Roll !! Tickets are ONLY $10!!!
Check out their website at http://www.cockabillyrecords.com/ for more details!!
For more fun events going on today...be sure to check out the WWOZ Livewire for lots more musical fun this evening!! Have a good one!
Saturday, July 31, 2010
Friday, July 30, 2010
Wine, Fun and Free Music....TGIF!
Morning Everybody...It's Friday - What's happenin'??
You can kick off your weekend with the Marketplace at Armstrong Park today from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.....featuring local fresh produce, seafood, arts and crafts and bring your dancing shoes cause there's gonna be music too!!!
You can also get your evening started off right with a little wine tasting at Swirl (3143 Ponce de Leon) with the Friday Free for All from 6 to 8:00 pm. Jared Breaux of International Wine and Spirits joins Swirl for 4 new wines from France and Spain.....And of course Chef Dan Esses will be dishing out his delicious $5 tapas plates!
It's a Threadhead Friday night at Chickie Wah Wah with Paul Sanchez at 8:00 pm for a super fun evening! And I know there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
If you're thinking about heading down to Frenchmen Street...there's lot of music to hear!
d.b.a.'s (618 Frenchmen) has two bands tonight that will get you up and dancing...you got the The Hot Club of New Orleans (with no cover - but please tip the band :) at 6:00 and stay on for Mike Dillon's Go Go Jungle at 10:00 pm!
Right down the street you have another trio of shows at BMC (1331 Decatur)...with Sasha Masakowski at 7:00 pm, Fredy Omar con su Banda at 10:30 pm, Medianoche International at 1:00 am...(hey, now it's Saturday mornin'!)
Head on down to the Maison (508 Frenchmen) at 7:30 for Some Like it Hot...and you'll appreciate the great drinks....and it's another installment of the Shakedown Friday dance party in the Penthouse. Ladies drink FREE from 10-11pm. Downstairs it's the also legendary Caesar Brothers Funk Box w/ Gaynielle Neville. In case you didn't know, The Caesar Brothers have been rocking it as Cyril Neville's backing band for 15 years. They know how to bring that Uptown funk!
And for those of you hanging out Uptown don't forget it's Free Fridays at Tipitina's (504 Napoleon Ave.) this Friday with Papa Grows Funk + The Revivalists...show starts up about 10ish!
Have a great Friday and for more musical fun and events click on the WWOZ Livewire!
You can kick off your weekend with the Marketplace at Armstrong Park today from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.....featuring local fresh produce, seafood, arts and crafts and bring your dancing shoes cause there's gonna be music too!!!
You can also get your evening started off right with a little wine tasting at Swirl (3143 Ponce de Leon) with the Friday Free for All from 6 to 8:00 pm. Jared Breaux of International Wine and Spirits joins Swirl for 4 new wines from France and Spain.....And of course Chef Dan Esses will be dishing out his delicious $5 tapas plates!
It's a Threadhead Friday night at Chickie Wah Wah with Paul Sanchez at 8:00 pm for a super fun evening! And I know there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
If you're thinking about heading down to Frenchmen Street...there's lot of music to hear!
d.b.a.'s (618 Frenchmen) has two bands tonight that will get you up and dancing...you got the The Hot Club of New Orleans (with no cover - but please tip the band :) at 6:00 and stay on for Mike Dillon's Go Go Jungle at 10:00 pm!
Right down the street you have another trio of shows at BMC (1331 Decatur)...with Sasha Masakowski at 7:00 pm, Fredy Omar con su Banda at 10:30 pm, Medianoche International at 1:00 am...(hey, now it's Saturday mornin'!)
Head on down to the Maison (508 Frenchmen) at 7:30 for Some Like it Hot...and you'll appreciate the great drinks....and it's another installment of the Shakedown Friday dance party in the Penthouse. Ladies drink FREE from 10-11pm. Downstairs it's the also legendary Caesar Brothers Funk Box w/ Gaynielle Neville. In case you didn't know, The Caesar Brothers have been rocking it as Cyril Neville's backing band for 15 years. They know how to bring that Uptown funk!
And for those of you hanging out Uptown don't forget it's Free Fridays at Tipitina's (504 Napoleon Ave.) this Friday with Papa Grows Funk + The Revivalists...show starts up about 10ish!
Have a great Friday and for more musical fun and events click on the WWOZ Livewire!
Thursday, July 29, 2010
TGIT!!
Good Morning Everbody!
Let's see what's going on this TGIT!!!
Start celebrating White Linen Night a little early at La Cote Brasserie (700 Tchoupitoulas St.) from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.....There will be FREE appetizers by Chef Chuck Subra plus FREE Absolut Ginger Mint Lemonade!!
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle about 5:00 pm in Mid-City......and be sure to stop by the Crescent City Farmer's Market and patronize local Louisiana vendors with fresh veggies, seafood and more!
It's a big show at the Ogden this evening!! The Ogden Southern Museum of Art better known as Ogden after Hours starts up at 6:00 pm where Jazz vocalist Cindy Scott will be joined by Brian Seeger, Jared Schonig and Dan Loomis to perform jazz mixed in with New Orleans grooves, as well as the sounds of World, funk and American roots. So come on down for some music, culture, fun and the "O" bar will be serving some yummy margaritas!! (remember if you get down there early - go grab a cocktail at the Circle Bar on Lee's Circle...one of the best happy hours in town!)
You can also go hang out at City Park this evening for The Thursdays at Twilight Garden Concert Series with Kat Walker Jazz Combo! The gates open up at 5:00 pm and the performance starts at 6:00 pm in the City Park Botanical Garden Pavilion of the Two Sisters...There is an admission charge, but hey, it's helping the Park out..so....it's a good thing...$8 for adults and $3 for children.
And for all your musical fun this evening be sure to click on the WWOZ Livewire...Have a great Thursday
Let's see what's going on this TGIT!!!
Start celebrating White Linen Night a little early at La Cote Brasserie (700 Tchoupitoulas St.) from 5:00 to 6:30 p.m.....There will be FREE appetizers by Chef Chuck Subra plus FREE Absolut Ginger Mint Lemonade!!
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle about 5:00 pm in Mid-City......and be sure to stop by the Crescent City Farmer's Market and patronize local Louisiana vendors with fresh veggies, seafood and more!
It's a big show at the Ogden this evening!! The Ogden Southern Museum of Art better known as Ogden after Hours starts up at 6:00 pm where Jazz vocalist Cindy Scott will be joined by Brian Seeger, Jared Schonig and Dan Loomis to perform jazz mixed in with New Orleans grooves, as well as the sounds of World, funk and American roots. So come on down for some music, culture, fun and the "O" bar will be serving some yummy margaritas!! (remember if you get down there early - go grab a cocktail at the Circle Bar on Lee's Circle...one of the best happy hours in town!)
You can also go hang out at City Park this evening for The Thursdays at Twilight Garden Concert Series with Kat Walker Jazz Combo! The gates open up at 5:00 pm and the performance starts at 6:00 pm in the City Park Botanical Garden Pavilion of the Two Sisters...There is an admission charge, but hey, it's helping the Park out..so....it's a good thing...$8 for adults and $3 for children.
And for all your musical fun this evening be sure to click on the WWOZ Livewire...Have a great Thursday
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
Tapas, Wine, Music and Baseball!
Hey Everybody,
There is mucho stuff going on for a Wednesday night...so check it out!!
Get your wine on this evening with Tastings at the Track "Chill Out! Light and Lively Summertime Sippers" at the New Orleans Fairgrounds from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.....Featuring more than two dozen refreshing summertime wines crafted by top producers from around the world. Selections will include lively varietals such as pinot grigio, sauvignon blanc and riesling, dry rosés, sparkling wines and light reds including pinot noir and chianti, among others. Held in partnership with Doriganc's Food center, the tasting will showcase 25 top wines for $25.00 per person. Ticekts are available at Dorignac's (710 Veterans Blvd. in Metairie) and, if not sold out, will be available at the door...This is always a fun event..don't miss out!
It's another Wednesday on the Point from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., and of course, admission is FREE..Take the ferry right over to the concert tonight and head to the Dry Dock Cafe and Vine & Dine (100 Delaronde) for Captain Josh Tribute to Jimmy Buffet to celebrate Margarita Wednesday! Click the above link for complete concert series info!
And it's New Orleans Inaugural Riverbend Tapas Crawl from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Chef Laurentino of Barcelona Tapas is organizing the event to demonstrate a tradition of his home country and to promote the dense cluster of Riverbend restaurants he joined this spring after relocating his restaurant, formerly called Laurentino's from Metairie. Along with Barcelona Tapas, participating restaurants include Brigtsen's Restaurant (723 Dante St.), Dante's Kitchen (736 Dante St.), One Restaurant & Lounge (8132 Hampson St.), and Sara's Restaurant (724 Dublin St.), all of which are located within two blocks of each other. For the Crawl, you'll find the same format at each stop: Order at the bar, or at another specified area, hand over $5 and you get a tapa-sized dish...plus a short glass of wine. Bring cash to keep it simple...There's no itinerary, so diners are encouraged to wander from place to place...Hoping this inaugural event will be the start to tapas tradition in NOLA!!
Tonight is also the Mission to Musicians Concert Series at St. Anna's Episcopal Church, Parish Hall (1313 Esplanade Ave.) featuring Miss Sophie Lee and her band at 7:30 pm. The gospel healing Mass and medical services for musicians take place at 6:30 pm.....Dinner and resources are free for musicians (suggested donation $10)....All proceeds benefit the Mission to Musicians Fund!
And if you want to head out to the ballpark.....It's Cheers for Volunteers United Way Kick-Off at Zephyr Stadium (6000 Airline Drive)....Admission to the Zephyrs-Memphis Redbirds game is only $1. Events include free autographed second-line handkerchiefs for the first 1,000 fans, a drawing for a new car, $1 hot dogs all night. Jeremy Davenport plays the national anthem at 6:55 p.m. and the game begins at 7:00 pm; (gates open at 6:00 p.m.) For dollar game admission, visit www.unitedwaynola.org and print out the special coupon.
And of course you got more music!
You can head on down to the Bayou Park Bar in Mid-City (542 S. Jeff Davis) for some Lynn Drury and Friends at 10:00 pm.
You'll be having a good time at d.b.a. on Frenchmen Street tonight with the Washboard Chaz Blues Trio for the early show at 7:00 pm (no cover)! And hang out for Walter Wolfman Washington...he comes on at 10:00 pm.
If you're already in the Marigy (or even if you're not) make sure to stop by Mimi's in the Marigny (2601 Royal) for some Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review's weekly show at 10:00 pm!
If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire! Until tomorrow....
There is mucho stuff going on for a Wednesday night...so check it out!!
Get your wine on this evening with Tastings at the Track "Chill Out! Light and Lively Summertime Sippers" at the New Orleans Fairgrounds from 6:00 to 8:00 pm.....Featuring more than two dozen refreshing summertime wines crafted by top producers from around the world. Selections will include lively varietals such as pinot grigio, sauvignon blanc and riesling, dry rosés, sparkling wines and light reds including pinot noir and chianti, among others. Held in partnership with Doriganc's Food center, the tasting will showcase 25 top wines for $25.00 per person. Ticekts are available at Dorignac's (710 Veterans Blvd. in Metairie) and, if not sold out, will be available at the door...This is always a fun event..don't miss out!
It's another Wednesday on the Point from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., and of course, admission is FREE..Take the ferry right over to the concert tonight and head to the Dry Dock Cafe and Vine & Dine (100 Delaronde) for Captain Josh Tribute to Jimmy Buffet to celebrate Margarita Wednesday! Click the above link for complete concert series info!
And it's New Orleans Inaugural Riverbend Tapas Crawl from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Chef Laurentino of Barcelona Tapas is organizing the event to demonstrate a tradition of his home country and to promote the dense cluster of Riverbend restaurants he joined this spring after relocating his restaurant, formerly called Laurentino's from Metairie. Along with Barcelona Tapas, participating restaurants include Brigtsen's Restaurant (723 Dante St.), Dante's Kitchen (736 Dante St.), One Restaurant & Lounge (8132 Hampson St.), and Sara's Restaurant (724 Dublin St.), all of which are located within two blocks of each other. For the Crawl, you'll find the same format at each stop: Order at the bar, or at another specified area, hand over $5 and you get a tapa-sized dish...plus a short glass of wine. Bring cash to keep it simple...There's no itinerary, so diners are encouraged to wander from place to place...Hoping this inaugural event will be the start to tapas tradition in NOLA!!
Tonight is also the Mission to Musicians Concert Series at St. Anna's Episcopal Church, Parish Hall (1313 Esplanade Ave.) featuring Miss Sophie Lee and her band at 7:30 pm. The gospel healing Mass and medical services for musicians take place at 6:30 pm.....Dinner and resources are free for musicians (suggested donation $10)....All proceeds benefit the Mission to Musicians Fund!
And if you want to head out to the ballpark.....It's Cheers for Volunteers United Way Kick-Off at Zephyr Stadium (6000 Airline Drive)....Admission to the Zephyrs-Memphis Redbirds game is only $1. Events include free autographed second-line handkerchiefs for the first 1,000 fans, a drawing for a new car, $1 hot dogs all night. Jeremy Davenport plays the national anthem at 6:55 p.m. and the game begins at 7:00 pm; (gates open at 6:00 p.m.) For dollar game admission, visit www.unitedwaynola.org and print out the special coupon.
And of course you got more music!
You can head on down to the Bayou Park Bar in Mid-City (542 S. Jeff Davis) for some Lynn Drury and Friends at 10:00 pm.
You'll be having a good time at d.b.a. on Frenchmen Street tonight with the Washboard Chaz Blues Trio for the early show at 7:00 pm (no cover)! And hang out for Walter Wolfman Washington...he comes on at 10:00 pm.
If you're already in the Marigy (or even if you're not) make sure to stop by Mimi's in the Marigny (2601 Royal) for some Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review's weekly show at 10:00 pm!
If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire! Until tomorrow....
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Drink Some Wine and Help Save the Wetlands!
Happy Tuesday Everybody,
Here's some fun stuff going on this hot Tuesday!
You can get your day started off right with a trip to the Farmer's Market!!! Visit the Crescent City's Farmer's Market at University Square (200 Broadway) from 9:00 to 1:00 pm and pick up some fresh seafood, veggies and you can even get some lunch...be sure to check out the green plate special from Surrey's Cafe & Juice Bar and La Playa..check out the menu: sopa de vida (gazpacho with fresh Lake Salvador jumbo lump crab, sopa de aguacate (cold avocado and yogurt soup), shrimp ceviche with tomatoes and chiles, puerco en adobo soft tacos, pollo con salsa rojas soft tacos, veggie tacos with portobello mushrooms, onions, red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini and crook neck squash, and for the hungriest market shoppers, a plate lunch- choice of two tacos (all available in corn or flour tortillas) with black beans, Mexican rice, guacamole and chips..now that sounds delicious!!
This evening there's lot of fun stuff going on....
Help Save the Wetlands Tonight at Swirl (3143 Ponce de Leon)....they'll be hosting an artist signing and meet and greet with local artist Tuna Seither and local winemaker James Moises from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuna’s latest piece, entitled “Coastal Paradise: We Love This Place” will be available for sale for $35 each and will be autographed by the artist. Sponsored by Coastal Shoring, 100% of the proceeds generated by the sales of “Coastal Paradise” will be donated to the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation’s Save Our Coast program to assist in coastal restoration. In addition, local winemaker James Moises of Moises Wines, will showcase a selection of artisan wines, including Mystic Wines from Oregon, which will be making their debut in the New Orleans area for a special price of $5 per glass on each of the featured selections. Swirl will donate a portion of the proceeds of each bottle of wine sold from James' portfolio this evening to the Save our Coast program as well.
Get your happy hour going at Le Booze (300 Bourbon Street) this evening from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm for Happy Hour Toasting with Margarita and burlesque aficionado Trixie Minx!! Come and enjoy Happy Hour drinks prepared by the wonderful bartenders of Le Booze in the Royal Sonesta Hotel under the guidance of Margarita Bergen!!
For more music fun....come on down to Chickie Wah Wah on Canal Street to enjoy the amazing John Mooney!! Music starts about 8:00 pm, but come early to get a good seat.
You can also head on over to Bullet's Sports Bar (2441 AP Tureaud) at about 8:30ish and get down to the sounds of Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ Swingers...there's really no better place to spend your Tuesday night and have a few drinks to celebrate!
If you're lookin' for some Rockin' and Bowlin' and some good food too...Have some dinner over at Ye Olde College Inn..where you'll get some yummy food and a discounted ticket to Rock 'N Bowl...right next door!! It's Joe Clay & the Crackerjacks with Johnny J. tonight...and the show gets kickin' about 8:30 pm.
For your early and late night evening pleasure you need to go by the Maple Leaf Bar tonight on Oak Street...There's an early show for Cluck! Nite featuring 3 Piece Spicy + Creole Cookin' at 7:00 pm...and stay on through for the REBIRTH!! You'll be glad you stayed up late for this show!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire link!
Here's some fun stuff going on this hot Tuesday!
You can get your day started off right with a trip to the Farmer's Market!!! Visit the Crescent City's Farmer's Market at University Square (200 Broadway) from 9:00 to 1:00 pm and pick up some fresh seafood, veggies and you can even get some lunch...be sure to check out the green plate special from Surrey's Cafe & Juice Bar and La Playa..check out the menu: sopa de vida (gazpacho with fresh Lake Salvador jumbo lump crab, sopa de aguacate (cold avocado and yogurt soup), shrimp ceviche with tomatoes and chiles, puerco en adobo soft tacos, pollo con salsa rojas soft tacos, veggie tacos with portobello mushrooms, onions, red and yellow bell peppers, zucchini and crook neck squash, and for the hungriest market shoppers, a plate lunch- choice of two tacos (all available in corn or flour tortillas) with black beans, Mexican rice, guacamole and chips..now that sounds delicious!!
This evening there's lot of fun stuff going on....
Help Save the Wetlands Tonight at Swirl (3143 Ponce de Leon)....they'll be hosting an artist signing and meet and greet with local artist Tuna Seither and local winemaker James Moises from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. Tuna’s latest piece, entitled “Coastal Paradise: We Love This Place” will be available for sale for $35 each and will be autographed by the artist. Sponsored by Coastal Shoring, 100% of the proceeds generated by the sales of “Coastal Paradise” will be donated to the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Foundation’s Save Our Coast program to assist in coastal restoration. In addition, local winemaker James Moises of Moises Wines, will showcase a selection of artisan wines, including Mystic Wines from Oregon, which will be making their debut in the New Orleans area for a special price of $5 per glass on each of the featured selections. Swirl will donate a portion of the proceeds of each bottle of wine sold from James' portfolio this evening to the Save our Coast program as well.
Get your happy hour going at Le Booze (300 Bourbon Street) this evening from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm for Happy Hour Toasting with Margarita and burlesque aficionado Trixie Minx!! Come and enjoy Happy Hour drinks prepared by the wonderful bartenders of Le Booze in the Royal Sonesta Hotel under the guidance of Margarita Bergen!!
For more music fun....come on down to Chickie Wah Wah on Canal Street to enjoy the amazing John Mooney!! Music starts about 8:00 pm, but come early to get a good seat.
You can also head on over to Bullet's Sports Bar (2441 AP Tureaud) at about 8:30ish and get down to the sounds of Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ Swingers...there's really no better place to spend your Tuesday night and have a few drinks to celebrate!
If you're lookin' for some Rockin' and Bowlin' and some good food too...Have some dinner over at Ye Olde College Inn..where you'll get some yummy food and a discounted ticket to Rock 'N Bowl...right next door!! It's Joe Clay & the Crackerjacks with Johnny J. tonight...and the show gets kickin' about 8:30 pm.
For your early and late night evening pleasure you need to go by the Maple Leaf Bar tonight on Oak Street...There's an early show for Cluck! Nite featuring 3 Piece Spicy + Creole Cookin' at 7:00 pm...and stay on through for the REBIRTH!! You'll be glad you stayed up late for this show!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire link!
Monday, July 26, 2010
Happy Monday!
Happy Monday Everybody!
Hope everyone had an excellent weekend, and was able to attend one of the many amazing Tales of the Cocktail events...Let's see what's going on this fine Monday!
There's a fun double header over at Maison (508 Frenchmen)...You got Jayna Morgan and The Sazerac Sunrise Jazz Band at 7:00 pm, and the Monday Night Super Jam hosted by Gene Harding at 10:00 pm...now this sounds like a fun way to spend your evening!!
It's another HOT Monday, but there's a great breeze from the river today...so it's a good night to take a stroll along the River Road levee, and while you're there be sure to stop at the River Shack Tavern at 7:00 pm for some really GOOD red beans and rice, and the cool sounds of Amanda Walker.
Get your evening started off right at Chickie Wah Wah on Canal....they have musical legend Spencer Bohren for an early show at 7:00 pm...and I'm sure there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
Keep out the heat and spend some time on the Avenue at The Columns....There's gonna be David Doucet from BeauSoleil fame, and while you're enjoying the sounds have a refreshing adult beverage and this will surely start your evening off right!
If you're headed to the Quarter go down to hear another amazing early show with Bob French and the Original Tuxedo Band at Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse show starts around 8:00 pm...with NO COVER!
BJ's Lounge (4301 Burgundy) has a special show tonight at 9:00 pm with King James and the Special Man...If you've never headed down to BJ's you gotta do it...and if they're serving those yummy burritos you have to get one...they are yummy!!!!
If you're lookin' for some bluegrass music tonight you don't have to go too far to find it....Check out the Hi Ho Lounge on St. Claude and the Bluegrass Pickin' Party at 8:00 pm...there's no cover and FREE red beans at this show too!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat early for this great line-up of music....Brett Richardson at 4:00 pm, Dominic Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Jazz Vipers at 10:00 pm.....it's sure to be another smokin' Monday evening show.
Have a great Monday and stay cool...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire ....until tomorrow
Hope everyone had an excellent weekend, and was able to attend one of the many amazing Tales of the Cocktail events...Let's see what's going on this fine Monday!
There's a fun double header over at Maison (508 Frenchmen)...You got Jayna Morgan and The Sazerac Sunrise Jazz Band at 7:00 pm, and the Monday Night Super Jam hosted by Gene Harding at 10:00 pm...now this sounds like a fun way to spend your evening!!
It's another HOT Monday, but there's a great breeze from the river today...so it's a good night to take a stroll along the River Road levee, and while you're there be sure to stop at the River Shack Tavern at 7:00 pm for some really GOOD red beans and rice, and the cool sounds of Amanda Walker.
Get your evening started off right at Chickie Wah Wah on Canal....they have musical legend Spencer Bohren for an early show at 7:00 pm...and I'm sure there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
Keep out the heat and spend some time on the Avenue at The Columns....There's gonna be David Doucet from BeauSoleil fame, and while you're enjoying the sounds have a refreshing adult beverage and this will surely start your evening off right!
If you're headed to the Quarter go down to hear another amazing early show with Bob French and the Original Tuxedo Band at Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse show starts around 8:00 pm...with NO COVER!
BJ's Lounge (4301 Burgundy) has a special show tonight at 9:00 pm with King James and the Special Man...If you've never headed down to BJ's you gotta do it...and if they're serving those yummy burritos you have to get one...they are yummy!!!!
If you're lookin' for some bluegrass music tonight you don't have to go too far to find it....Check out the Hi Ho Lounge on St. Claude and the Bluegrass Pickin' Party at 8:00 pm...there's no cover and FREE red beans at this show too!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat early for this great line-up of music....Brett Richardson at 4:00 pm, Dominic Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Jazz Vipers at 10:00 pm.....it's sure to be another smokin' Monday evening show.
Have a great Monday and stay cool...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire ....until tomorrow
Sunday, July 25, 2010
Last Day of Tales...What a Wonderful Time it is!
Good Morning Everybody,
Today is the last day of Tales of the Cocktail...so if you haven't already done so, you need to get your cocktail tail out there...for just one more day of fun.
Here's the lowdown of some of the events today!
Akvinta Tasting Room - The Bonnet Carre Room
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Come experience our artistic expressions from the classic to the savory and unusual as we bring to life the flavors of the Mediterranean in our cocktails and infusions.
New Amsterdam Gin Tasting Room -The Iberville Room
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Master Mixologist Alex Ott and New Amsterdam Gin invite you enjoy cocktails inspired by the city’s Cajun flavors and to put your mixology skills to the test at the Next GINeration Cocktail Challenge!
Come at 10:30am to participate for a chance to win a fully catered private dinner or drop in to cheer on competitors! New Amsterdam’s signature New Orleans-inspired cocktails and catered breakfast treats will be served.
VeeV Poolside Eco-Lounge - Hotel Monteleone Pool
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Come join VeeV poolside at the Hotel Monteleone to relax and recharge with some delicious VeeV Açaí Spirit cocktails. VeeV will be hosting a tasting room for all you apprentices and others who have donated your time to make Tales of the Cocktail 2010 a huge success! Let us help you put your feet up (you’ve worked hard!) as you sample some eco-friendly poolside cocktails made with VeeV and enjoy all-natural pizza (it’s true – pizza that’s healthy!). Meet VeeV Founders Courtney and Carter and have a chance to personally learn in depth what VeeV is doing to not only change the spirits category, but help also save our planet one cocktail at a time.
Mezcal, Mezcal, and Mezcal Cocktails! - The Hunt Room
3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
For once the truth will not be hard to swallow! Please join us as we spread the gospel of North America’s first distilled spirit with demi-god Ron Cooper, modern Mezcal producers John Rexer and Guillermo Olguin, and Cocktails by Philip Ward. We will take you on a journey from village to village and through time with samplings of Mezcals of different varietals, ages, and productions. Cocktails will celebrate Mezcal’s new place on the map of the cocktail world.
And on more partay!! The Viridian Spirits Jade Absinthe Release Party at The Polo Club Lounge at the Windsor Court Hotel.....The Polo Club Lounge at the Windsor Court Hotel, partnering with Viridian Spirits, will host the U.S. launch of Jade Absinthes today from 4:30-6:30 pm. This event will be complimentary and open to the public, and will feature the complete Jade absinthe portfolio, served traditionally and in classic absinthe cocktails.
Master absinthe distiller and creator of Jade Absinthes, Ted Breaux, will be on hand to answer questions and provide tips on how best to enjoy the notorious "Green Fairy." Previously unavailable within the U.S., the Jade Absinthes represent Breaux's master craftsmanship and are world renowned for their historical accuracy and authenticity. This event will represent the first time the complete Jade absinthe portfolio is introduced and served on U.S. soil.The Viridian Spirits Jade Absinthe Release Party will also feature absinthe accoutrement displays and food that pairs well with absinthe will be served.
Okay, that should get your liquor and cocktail needs taken care of this fine Sunday....for more fun events going on in the City be sure to click on the WWOZ Livewire....CHEERS!!
Today is the last day of Tales of the Cocktail...so if you haven't already done so, you need to get your cocktail tail out there...for just one more day of fun.
Here's the lowdown of some of the events today!
Akvinta Tasting Room - The Bonnet Carre Room
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Come experience our artistic expressions from the classic to the savory and unusual as we bring to life the flavors of the Mediterranean in our cocktails and infusions.
New Amsterdam Gin Tasting Room -The Iberville Room
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Master Mixologist Alex Ott and New Amsterdam Gin invite you enjoy cocktails inspired by the city’s Cajun flavors and to put your mixology skills to the test at the Next GINeration Cocktail Challenge!
Come at 10:30am to participate for a chance to win a fully catered private dinner or drop in to cheer on competitors! New Amsterdam’s signature New Orleans-inspired cocktails and catered breakfast treats will be served.
VeeV Poolside Eco-Lounge - Hotel Monteleone Pool
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM
Come join VeeV poolside at the Hotel Monteleone to relax and recharge with some delicious VeeV Açaí Spirit cocktails. VeeV will be hosting a tasting room for all you apprentices and others who have donated your time to make Tales of the Cocktail 2010 a huge success! Let us help you put your feet up (you’ve worked hard!) as you sample some eco-friendly poolside cocktails made with VeeV and enjoy all-natural pizza (it’s true – pizza that’s healthy!). Meet VeeV Founders Courtney and Carter and have a chance to personally learn in depth what VeeV is doing to not only change the spirits category, but help also save our planet one cocktail at a time.
Mezcal, Mezcal, and Mezcal Cocktails! - The Hunt Room
3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
For once the truth will not be hard to swallow! Please join us as we spread the gospel of North America’s first distilled spirit with demi-god Ron Cooper, modern Mezcal producers John Rexer and Guillermo Olguin, and Cocktails by Philip Ward. We will take you on a journey from village to village and through time with samplings of Mezcals of different varietals, ages, and productions. Cocktails will celebrate Mezcal’s new place on the map of the cocktail world.
And on more partay!! The Viridian Spirits Jade Absinthe Release Party at The Polo Club Lounge at the Windsor Court Hotel.....The Polo Club Lounge at the Windsor Court Hotel, partnering with Viridian Spirits, will host the U.S. launch of Jade Absinthes today from 4:30-6:30 pm. This event will be complimentary and open to the public, and will feature the complete Jade absinthe portfolio, served traditionally and in classic absinthe cocktails.
Master absinthe distiller and creator of Jade Absinthes, Ted Breaux, will be on hand to answer questions and provide tips on how best to enjoy the notorious "Green Fairy." Previously unavailable within the U.S., the Jade Absinthes represent Breaux's master craftsmanship and are world renowned for their historical accuracy and authenticity. This event will represent the first time the complete Jade absinthe portfolio is introduced and served on U.S. soil.The Viridian Spirits Jade Absinthe Release Party will also feature absinthe accoutrement displays and food that pairs well with absinthe will be served.
Okay, that should get your liquor and cocktail needs taken care of this fine Sunday....for more fun events going on in the City be sure to click on the WWOZ Livewire....CHEERS!!
Friday, July 23, 2010
Weekend Fun - More Tales, Henry's & Island Aid!!
Okay everybody, I'm going to have limited access to my computer today.....but there's loads of fun going on and I don't want you to miss it!!....Be sure to check out the daily Tales Tasting Room schedule at Tales of the Cocktail (this may be causing my computer problems)!!...there is great free stuff going on daily through Sunday!!
Also, do not forget about the big Henry's Bar (5101 Magazine) 110th Anniversary Block Party celebration going on Saturday early Saturday afternoon through the evening...this should not be missed. Come celebrate 110 years of Henry's Uptown Bar! Admission is free. There will be three bands on an outside stage: 3rd Line Brass Band, John Lisi and Deltafunk, and Weathered! Music from Henry's famous jukebox will be played in between bands. Cochon de Lait and Jambalaya will be available for purchase. So stop by for a little bit or stay all day. This will be the party of the century with a few hundred of your closest Henry's friends!!
And of course...you have to head on down to Grand Isle on Saturday for the big benefit concert!!!!
CHECK OUT THIS AMAZING LINE UP and click on the link for more info on the big day!!
DOORS OPEN @ 10:45am
STAGE I
12:15pm - 1:15pm AMANDA SHAW & THE CUTE GUYS
2:15pm - 3:30pm LITTLE RIVER BAND
4:45pm - 6:00pm LEANN RIMES
6:30pm - 8:00pm THREE DOG NIGHT
STAGE II
10:45am - 11:15am HURRICANE LEVEE BAND
11:30am - 12:15pm THE WISEGUYS
1:15pm - 2:15pm THE TOPCATS
3:30pm - 4:45pm DOUG KERSHAW
The location is on the Beach, across from the Grand Isle Community Center, Grand Isle, LA
Have a good one and for more good stuff going on this weekend check out the WWOZ Livewire!!
Also, do not forget about the big Henry's Bar (5101 Magazine) 110th Anniversary Block Party celebration going on Saturday early Saturday afternoon through the evening...this should not be missed. Come celebrate 110 years of Henry's Uptown Bar! Admission is free. There will be three bands on an outside stage: 3rd Line Brass Band, John Lisi and Deltafunk, and Weathered! Music from Henry's famous jukebox will be played in between bands. Cochon de Lait and Jambalaya will be available for purchase. So stop by for a little bit or stay all day. This will be the party of the century with a few hundred of your closest Henry's friends!!
And of course...you have to head on down to Grand Isle on Saturday for the big benefit concert!!!!
CHECK OUT THIS AMAZING LINE UP and click on the link for more info on the big day!!
DOORS OPEN @ 10:45am
STAGE I
12:15pm - 1:15pm AMANDA SHAW & THE CUTE GUYS
2:15pm - 3:30pm LITTLE RIVER BAND
4:45pm - 6:00pm LEANN RIMES
6:30pm - 8:00pm THREE DOG NIGHT
STAGE II
10:45am - 11:15am HURRICANE LEVEE BAND
11:30am - 12:15pm THE WISEGUYS
1:15pm - 2:15pm THE TOPCATS
3:30pm - 4:45pm DOUG KERSHAW
The location is on the Beach, across from the Grand Isle Community Center, Grand Isle, LA
Have a good one and for more good stuff going on this weekend check out the WWOZ Livewire!!
Thursday, July 22, 2010
More Tales of the Cocktail and YA/YA!
Good Morning Everybody!
It's more Tales of the Cocktails...and here's what's going on in the FREE Tasting Rooms today.....
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Have you ever tasted tequila by candle light? The answer is probably not
but in this class room style tasting room Jose Hermosillo, master
distiller/owner, will take participants through the rich heritage of Casa
Noble followed by a true sensory experience complemented by candle light.
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Cabana Cachaca presents a Tales of the Cocktail Tasting Room first with its live BARTENDER OLYMPICS. With a nod to RIO 16 and of course the home, heart and soul of CABANA CACHACA, bartender teams from around the country will compete in these Olympic Games.
2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
In collaboration with famed filmmaker and Brooklyn son Spike Lee, ABSOLUT® BROOKLYN is the latest limited-edition, city-inspired flavor to be added to the ABSOLUT® VODKA flavor portfolio. Capturing the vibrancy, diversity and rich heritage of New York City’s most celebrated borough, ABSOLUT BROOKLYN features an invigorating blend of red apple and ginger replete in a specially-designed bottle reminiscent of the ubiquitous “Brooklyn Stoop Life.”
For a complete list of Tasting Rooms and Events click the Tales of the Cocktail link!!!
If you're not doing Tales today...there's more stuff going on today too!!
A great event tonight is the Fund-raiser for YA/YA - Just Say YA/YA tonight at the 12 Bar (608 Fulton St.).check out this exciting evening!!
YA/YA is a non-profit organization that trains New Orleans high school students to become artists, entrepreneurs, and role models in their families and communities.
The Patron Party 6:30-7:30pm
Main Event 7:30-9:30pm - The Main Event features an open bar, fabulous food, and music for only $30!!! Plus original artwork for sale and commission by world-famous YAYA artists!
Check out the evening of fun.....MUSIC by Craig Klein's New Orleans Allstars, FOOD donated by our finest restaurants, OPEN BAR BY Republic Beverage, Special Patron Party Appearance BY ALLEN TOUSSAINT.....For Tickets and info click on the link above!!
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle about 5:00 pm in Mid-City..........and be sure to stop by the Crescent City Farmer's Market and patronize local Louisiana vendors with fresh veggies, seafood and more!
It's a big show at the Ogden this evening!! The Ogden Southern Museum of Art better known as Ogden after Hours starts up at 6:00 pm with Ladies of Bounce featuring Ms. Tee, Magnolia Shorty and special guests!!! Come enjoy the Bounce sounds of New Orleans and some music, culture, fun and the "O" bar will be serving some yummy margaritas!! (remember if you get down there early - go grab a cocktail at the Circle Bar on Lee's Circle...one of the best happy hours in town!)
You can also go hang out at City Park this evening for The Thursdays at Twilight Garden Concert Series has the Gay Men's Chorus! (this event is sold out if you were planning on gong)...The gates open up at 5:00 pm and the performance starts at 6:00 pm in the City Park Botanical Garden Pavilion of the Two Sisters...There is an admission charge, but hey, it's helping the Park out..so....it's a good thing...$8 for adults and $3 for children.
Come on down this evening to the Maison Frenchmen on Frenchmen Street (of course) tonight at 7:00 pm for the Grill Out Chill Out! Bar patrons can load up on loads of yummy grilled meats, veggies and $5.00 pitchers of beer.....be sure and stay on for Soul Project at 9:00 pm!
And for all your musical fun this evening be sure to click on the WWOZ Livewire...Have a great Thursday!
It's more Tales of the Cocktails...and here's what's going on in the FREE Tasting Rooms today.....
Casa Noble
The Bonnet Carre Room, Hotel Monteleone10:30 AM to 12:00 PM
Have you ever tasted tequila by candle light? The answer is probably not
but in this class room style tasting room Jose Hermosillo, master
distiller/owner, will take participants through the rich heritage of Casa
Noble followed by a true sensory experience complemented by candle light.
Cabana Cachaça
Exchange Place, 300 block of Royal St.1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Cabana Cachaca presents a Tales of the Cocktail Tasting Room first with its live BARTENDER OLYMPICS. With a nod to RIO 16 and of course the home, heart and soul of CABANA CACHACA, bartender teams from around the country will compete in these Olympic Games.
Absolut Brooklyn
The Iberville and Bienville Rooms2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
In collaboration with famed filmmaker and Brooklyn son Spike Lee, ABSOLUT® BROOKLYN is the latest limited-edition, city-inspired flavor to be added to the ABSOLUT® VODKA flavor portfolio. Capturing the vibrancy, diversity and rich heritage of New York City’s most celebrated borough, ABSOLUT BROOKLYN features an invigorating blend of red apple and ginger replete in a specially-designed bottle reminiscent of the ubiquitous “Brooklyn Stoop Life.”
For a complete list of Tasting Rooms and Events click the Tales of the Cocktail link!!!
If you're not doing Tales today...there's more stuff going on today too!!
A great event tonight is the Fund-raiser for YA/YA - Just Say YA/YA tonight at the 12 Bar (608 Fulton St.).check out this exciting evening!!
YA/YA is a non-profit organization that trains New Orleans high school students to become artists, entrepreneurs, and role models in their families and communities.
The Patron Party 6:30-7:30pm
Main Event 7:30-9:30pm - The Main Event features an open bar, fabulous food, and music for only $30!!! Plus original artwork for sale and commission by world-famous YAYA artists!
Check out the evening of fun.....MUSIC by Craig Klein's New Orleans Allstars, FOOD donated by our finest restaurants, OPEN BAR BY Republic Beverage, Special Patron Party Appearance BY ALLEN TOUSSAINT.....For Tickets and info click on the link above!!
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle about 5:00 pm in Mid-City..........and be sure to stop by the Crescent City Farmer's Market and patronize local Louisiana vendors with fresh veggies, seafood and more!
It's a big show at the Ogden this evening!! The Ogden Southern Museum of Art better known as Ogden after Hours starts up at 6:00 pm with Ladies of Bounce featuring Ms. Tee, Magnolia Shorty and special guests!!! Come enjoy the Bounce sounds of New Orleans and some music, culture, fun and the "O" bar will be serving some yummy margaritas!! (remember if you get down there early - go grab a cocktail at the Circle Bar on Lee's Circle...one of the best happy hours in town!)
You can also go hang out at City Park this evening for The Thursdays at Twilight Garden Concert Series has the Gay Men's Chorus! (this event is sold out if you were planning on gong)...The gates open up at 5:00 pm and the performance starts at 6:00 pm in the City Park Botanical Garden Pavilion of the Two Sisters...There is an admission charge, but hey, it's helping the Park out..so....it's a good thing...$8 for adults and $3 for children.
Come on down this evening to the Maison Frenchmen on Frenchmen Street (of course) tonight at 7:00 pm for the Grill Out Chill Out! Bar patrons can load up on loads of yummy grilled meats, veggies and $5.00 pitchers of beer.....be sure and stay on for Soul Project at 9:00 pm!
And for all your musical fun this evening be sure to click on the WWOZ Livewire...Have a great Thursday!
Wednesday, July 21, 2010
Tales of the Cocktail Kick-Off!!!
Good Morning Everybody!
The BIG EVENT kicking off today is Tales of the Cocktail....If you can make it head on down to the Monteleone front steps at 2:00 pm for the big celebration to start off this amazing event....and below are just a sample of some of the FREE tasting rooms you can check out today at the Hotel Monteleone!!!
Aperitif Bar With Martini & Rossi
Hotel Monteleone Mezzanine
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Brugal Rum
The Bonnet Carre Room, Hotel Monteleone
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Brugal Rum will take you on a Caribbean holiday featuring food, drinks and entertainment favored by the locals throughout the Dominican Republic.
Suntory Presents... “Blending” Harmony with Nature
The Iberville and Bienville Rooms
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Suntory is honored to have their Chief Blender, Seiichi Koshimizu, at Tales of the Cocktail to host a full HIBIKI blending apothecary lab in the Suntory VIP tasting room. Shinji will invite select guests to “Blend” harmony with nature while making their own personal HIBIKI 12 year old blend.
Wow!! What a cool stuff - for a complete list of tasting room fun...Click on the Tales of the Cocktail link above!!!
And here's some lovely music for your evening.......
It's another Wednesday on the Point from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., and of course, admission is FREE..Take the ferry right over to the concert tonight and head to Aunt Leni's (323 Verrett) for Little Freddie King and Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review to celebrate Blues & BBQ! Click the above link for complete concert series info!
Tonight is also the Mission to Musicians Concert Series at St. Anna's Episcopal Church, Parish Hall (1313 Esplanade Ave.) featuring the Willow Family Band at 7:30 pm. The gospel healing Mass and medical services for musicians take place at 6:30 pm.....Dinner and resources are free for musicians (suggested donation $10)....All proceeds benefit the Mission to Musicians Fund!
And of course you got more music!
You can head on down to the Bayou Park Bar in Mid-City (542 S. Jeff Davis) for some Lynn Drury and Friends at 10:00 pm.
You'll be having a good time at d.b.a. on Frenchmen Street tonight with The Mirlitones for the early show at 7:00 pm (no cover)! And hang out for Walter Wolfman Washington...he comes on at 10:00 pm.
If you're already in the Marigy (or even if you're not) make sure to stop by Mimi's in the Marigny (2601 Royal) for some more Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review's weekly show at 10:00 pm!
If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire! Until tomorrow....
The BIG EVENT kicking off today is Tales of the Cocktail....If you can make it head on down to the Monteleone front steps at 2:00 pm for the big celebration to start off this amazing event....and below are just a sample of some of the FREE tasting rooms you can check out today at the Hotel Monteleone!!!
Aperitif Bar With Martini & Rossi
Hotel Monteleone Mezzanine
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Brugal Rum
The Bonnet Carre Room, Hotel Monteleone
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Brugal Rum will take you on a Caribbean holiday featuring food, drinks and entertainment favored by the locals throughout the Dominican Republic.
Suntory Presents... “Blending” Harmony with Nature
The Iberville and Bienville Rooms
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Suntory is honored to have their Chief Blender, Seiichi Koshimizu, at Tales of the Cocktail to host a full HIBIKI blending apothecary lab in the Suntory VIP tasting room. Shinji will invite select guests to “Blend” harmony with nature while making their own personal HIBIKI 12 year old blend.
Wow!! What a cool stuff - for a complete list of tasting room fun...Click on the Tales of the Cocktail link above!!!
And here's some lovely music for your evening.......
It's another Wednesday on the Point from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., and of course, admission is FREE..Take the ferry right over to the concert tonight and head to Aunt Leni's (323 Verrett) for Little Freddie King and Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review to celebrate Blues & BBQ! Click the above link for complete concert series info!
Tonight is also the Mission to Musicians Concert Series at St. Anna's Episcopal Church, Parish Hall (1313 Esplanade Ave.) featuring the Willow Family Band at 7:30 pm. The gospel healing Mass and medical services for musicians take place at 6:30 pm.....Dinner and resources are free for musicians (suggested donation $10)....All proceeds benefit the Mission to Musicians Fund!
And of course you got more music!
You can head on down to the Bayou Park Bar in Mid-City (542 S. Jeff Davis) for some Lynn Drury and Friends at 10:00 pm.
You'll be having a good time at d.b.a. on Frenchmen Street tonight with The Mirlitones for the early show at 7:00 pm (no cover)! And hang out for Walter Wolfman Washington...he comes on at 10:00 pm.
If you're already in the Marigy (or even if you're not) make sure to stop by Mimi's in the Marigny (2601 Royal) for some more Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review's weekly show at 10:00 pm!
If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire! Until tomorrow....
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
Tonite John Sinclair & Tales of the Cocktail Week!
Happy Tuesday Everybody,
It's gonna be a busy week...so start making your plans now!
You can get your day started off right with a trip to the Farmer's Market!!! Visit the Crescent City's Farmer's Market at University Square (200 Broadway) from 9:00 to 1:00 pm and pick up some fresh seafood, veggies and you can even get some lunch...be sure to check out the Green Plate Special!!!
And in case you haven't heard about the BIG event going on this week....You better check out the Tales of the Cocktail website for all the fun going on!!! And be sure to click on the Tasting Room info where there are loads of free tastings going on from Wednesday thru Sunday....from absinthe to vodka - any kind of liquor and cocktails you can dream up will be offered!!! The event kicks off tomorrow with a big opening celebration at the Hotel Monteleone front steps at 2:00 pm!!
But what about this evening...there's lot of fun stuff going on....
To start off your evening you have to go down to the Louisiana Music Factory on the 2nd block of Decatur off Canal to hear the "one and only" John Sinclair! Poet, journalist and former WWOZ deejay john Sinclair will give a reading from his new book SUN RA INTERVIEWS & ESSAYS. This is a must go to event!!
For more music fun....come on down to Chickie Wah Wah on Canal Street to enjoy the amazing John Mooney!! Music starts about 8:00 pm, but come early to get a good seat.
You can also head on over to Bullet's Sports Bar (2441 AP Tureaud) at about 8:30ish and get down to the sounds of Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ Swingers...there's really no better place to spend your Tuesday night and have a few drinks to celebrate!
If you're lookin' for some Rockin' and Bowlin' and some good food too...Have some dinner over at Ye Olde College Inn..where you'll get some yummy food and a discounted ticket to Rock 'N Bowl...right next door!! It's Tim Laughline...and the show gets kickin' about 8:30 pm.
For your late night evening pleasure you need to go by the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...for the REBIRTH!! You'll be glad you stayed up late!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire link!
It's gonna be a busy week...so start making your plans now!
You can get your day started off right with a trip to the Farmer's Market!!! Visit the Crescent City's Farmer's Market at University Square (200 Broadway) from 9:00 to 1:00 pm and pick up some fresh seafood, veggies and you can even get some lunch...be sure to check out the Green Plate Special!!!
And in case you haven't heard about the BIG event going on this week....You better check out the Tales of the Cocktail website for all the fun going on!!! And be sure to click on the Tasting Room info where there are loads of free tastings going on from Wednesday thru Sunday....from absinthe to vodka - any kind of liquor and cocktails you can dream up will be offered!!! The event kicks off tomorrow with a big opening celebration at the Hotel Monteleone front steps at 2:00 pm!!
But what about this evening...there's lot of fun stuff going on....
To start off your evening you have to go down to the Louisiana Music Factory on the 2nd block of Decatur off Canal to hear the "one and only" John Sinclair! Poet, journalist and former WWOZ deejay john Sinclair will give a reading from his new book SUN RA INTERVIEWS & ESSAYS. This is a must go to event!!
For more music fun....come on down to Chickie Wah Wah on Canal Street to enjoy the amazing John Mooney!! Music starts about 8:00 pm, but come early to get a good seat.
You can also head on over to Bullet's Sports Bar (2441 AP Tureaud) at about 8:30ish and get down to the sounds of Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ Swingers...there's really no better place to spend your Tuesday night and have a few drinks to celebrate!
If you're lookin' for some Rockin' and Bowlin' and some good food too...Have some dinner over at Ye Olde College Inn..where you'll get some yummy food and a discounted ticket to Rock 'N Bowl...right next door!! It's Tim Laughline...and the show gets kickin' about 8:30 pm.
For your late night evening pleasure you need to go by the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...for the REBIRTH!! You'll be glad you stayed up late!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire link!
Monday, July 19, 2010
Monday Night Burlesque and Music!
Happy Monday Everybody!
Hope everybody had an excellent weekend...what's going on tonight??
There's a fun double header over at Maison (508 Frenchmen)...You got The Sazerac Sunrise Jazz Band at 7:00 pm, and the Monday Night Super Jam hosted by Gene Harding at 10:00 pm...now this sounds like a fun way to spend your evening!!
It's another HOT Monday, but there's a great breeze from the river today...so it's a good night to take a stroll along the River Road levee, and while you're there be sure to stop at the River Shack Tavern at 7:00 pm for some really GOOD red beans and rice, and the cool sounds of Amanda Walker.
Get your evening started off right at Clever Wine Bar (3700 Orleans Ave.)....with the amazing sounds of Billy Iuso for an early show at 8:00 pm!!
Keep out the heat and spend some time on the Avenue at The Columns....There's gonna be David Doucet from BeauSoleil fame, and while you're enjoying the sounds have a refreshing adult beverage and this will surely start your evening off right!
If you're headed to the Quarter go down to hear another amazing early show with Bob French and the Original Tuxedo Band at Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse show starts around 8:00 pm...with NO COVER!
BJ's Lounge (4301 Burgundy) has a special show tonight at 9:00 pm with King James and the Special Man...If you've never headed down to BJ's you gotta do it...and if they're serving those yummy burritos you have to get one...they are yummy!!!!
If you're lookin' for some bluegrass music tonight you don't have to go too far to find it....Check out the Hi Ho Lounge on St. Claude and the Bluegrass Pickin' Party at 8:00 pm...there's no cover and FREE red beans at this show too!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat early for this great line-up of music....Brett Richardson at 4:00 pm, Dominic Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Jazz Vipers at 10:00 pm.....it's sure to be another smokin' Monday evening show.
If you're looking for some Burlesque tonight (and hey, who isn't?) you need to head down to the House of Blues this evening and tomorrow evening (doors open at 8:00 pm) when Dita Von Teese will take New Orleans by storm with her thrilling “Be Cointreauversial” performance. Guests will enjoy Cointreau cocktails and wait in anticipation while being treated to a bevy of special guests, including Mr. Murray Hill, priming them for Dita Von Teese’s arrival. Following the opening performances, attendees will be wowed as Dita Von Teese bathes in a life size Cointreau glass, embellished with Swarovski crystals. Dita Von Teese’s extraordinary performance will certainly set the bar high for the rest of the week’s events at Tales of the Cocktail!! (Tickets are about $40...but you get a great show and drinks!!)
Have a great Monday and stay cool...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire ....until tomorrow
Hope everybody had an excellent weekend...what's going on tonight??
There's a fun double header over at Maison (508 Frenchmen)...You got The Sazerac Sunrise Jazz Band at 7:00 pm, and the Monday Night Super Jam hosted by Gene Harding at 10:00 pm...now this sounds like a fun way to spend your evening!!
It's another HOT Monday, but there's a great breeze from the river today...so it's a good night to take a stroll along the River Road levee, and while you're there be sure to stop at the River Shack Tavern at 7:00 pm for some really GOOD red beans and rice, and the cool sounds of Amanda Walker.
Get your evening started off right at Clever Wine Bar (3700 Orleans Ave.)....with the amazing sounds of Billy Iuso for an early show at 8:00 pm!!
Keep out the heat and spend some time on the Avenue at The Columns....There's gonna be David Doucet from BeauSoleil fame, and while you're enjoying the sounds have a refreshing adult beverage and this will surely start your evening off right!
If you're headed to the Quarter go down to hear another amazing early show with Bob French and the Original Tuxedo Band at Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse show starts around 8:00 pm...with NO COVER!
BJ's Lounge (4301 Burgundy) has a special show tonight at 9:00 pm with King James and the Special Man...If you've never headed down to BJ's you gotta do it...and if they're serving those yummy burritos you have to get one...they are yummy!!!!
If you're lookin' for some bluegrass music tonight you don't have to go too far to find it....Check out the Hi Ho Lounge on St. Claude and the Bluegrass Pickin' Party at 8:00 pm...there's no cover and FREE red beans at this show too!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat early for this great line-up of music....Brett Richardson at 4:00 pm, Dominic Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Jazz Vipers at 10:00 pm.....it's sure to be another smokin' Monday evening show.
If you're looking for some Burlesque tonight (and hey, who isn't?) you need to head down to the House of Blues this evening and tomorrow evening (doors open at 8:00 pm) when Dita Von Teese will take New Orleans by storm with her thrilling “Be Cointreauversial” performance. Guests will enjoy Cointreau cocktails and wait in anticipation while being treated to a bevy of special guests, including Mr. Murray Hill, priming them for Dita Von Teese’s arrival. Following the opening performances, attendees will be wowed as Dita Von Teese bathes in a life size Cointreau glass, embellished with Swarovski crystals. Dita Von Teese’s extraordinary performance will certainly set the bar high for the rest of the week’s events at Tales of the Cocktail!! (Tickets are about $40...but you get a great show and drinks!!)
Have a great Monday and stay cool...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire ....until tomorrow
Sunday, July 18, 2010
Waiters Racing, Sunday Jammin' and Creepy Festin'!!
Happy Sunday Everybody....Enjoy the last day of your weekend...and start preparing for the Tales of the Cocktail which kicks off this Wednesday!!
THE FIRST ANNUAL FRENCH MARKET WAITERS RACE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WE LIVE TO EAT REVIVES A FRENCH QUARTER TRADITION! Come out to the rescheduled event today!!! In honor of Bastille Day, New Orleans will join cities around the world in hosting a waiters race, a tradition started in Paris in the early 20th century to recognize the waitstaff profession. Coined "VIVE LA FRANCE, VIVE LA SEAFOOD!" the race serves as a celebration of the New Orleans local restaurant and seafood industries. Come cheer on 25 local waiters as they compete for prizes by speedwalking with trays of water down Decatur Street!!! The race begins at Cafe' du Monde and the Tornado Brass Band plays before the race and Hot Club New Orleans plays at the after party at Gazebo Cafe! Arrive by 3:45 to get your spot along Decatur...You don't want to miss this one!!
It looks like it may be a rainy day....so head on down to the Louisiana Children's Museum..today to the Museum with FREE admission to everyone from noon 'til 5:00 p. m. with the help of Target. Bring the family, and enjoy the fun!
If you still can't get enough of the Saints and the Super Bowl...be sure to go to the Bayou Beer Garden (326 N. Jeff Davis) this evening at 5:00 p.m. for a replay of the big Bowl, and watch the Saints win again...they'll be plenty of food and fun going on!!!
And tonight be sure head on down to the Mother in Law Lounge (1500 N. Claiborne) at 6:00 pm for the Sunday Night Jam Session....featuring Kharizma Band with invited guests Guitar Lightning Lee, Al "Carnival Time" Johnson and many more surprise guests!! A $5.00 donation gets you all this great music and food!!!
If you're in for a late night be sure to check out Creepy Fest at the Saturn Bar (3067 St. Claude) tonight at 10:00 p.m. with The Poots CD Release + The Split Lips + Red Dons + Dummy Dumpster!!! This should be a super creepy show!!!
For more Sunday night fun check out the WWOZ Livewire...have a nice relaxing Sunday!!!
THE FIRST ANNUAL FRENCH MARKET WAITERS RACE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WE LIVE TO EAT REVIVES A FRENCH QUARTER TRADITION! Come out to the rescheduled event today!!! In honor of Bastille Day, New Orleans will join cities around the world in hosting a waiters race, a tradition started in Paris in the early 20th century to recognize the waitstaff profession. Coined "VIVE LA FRANCE, VIVE LA SEAFOOD!" the race serves as a celebration of the New Orleans local restaurant and seafood industries. Come cheer on 25 local waiters as they compete for prizes by speedwalking with trays of water down Decatur Street!!! The race begins at Cafe' du Monde and the Tornado Brass Band plays before the race and Hot Club New Orleans plays at the after party at Gazebo Cafe! Arrive by 3:45 to get your spot along Decatur...You don't want to miss this one!!
It looks like it may be a rainy day....so head on down to the Louisiana Children's Museum..today to the Museum with FREE admission to everyone from noon 'til 5:00 p. m. with the help of Target. Bring the family, and enjoy the fun!
If you still can't get enough of the Saints and the Super Bowl...be sure to go to the Bayou Beer Garden (326 N. Jeff Davis) this evening at 5:00 p.m. for a replay of the big Bowl, and watch the Saints win again...they'll be plenty of food and fun going on!!!
And tonight be sure head on down to the Mother in Law Lounge (1500 N. Claiborne) at 6:00 pm for the Sunday Night Jam Session....featuring Kharizma Band with invited guests Guitar Lightning Lee, Al "Carnival Time" Johnson and many more surprise guests!! A $5.00 donation gets you all this great music and food!!!
If you're in for a late night be sure to check out Creepy Fest at the Saturn Bar (3067 St. Claude) tonight at 10:00 p.m. with The Poots CD Release + The Split Lips + Red Dons + Dummy Dumpster!!! This should be a super creepy show!!!
For more Sunday night fun check out the WWOZ Livewire...have a nice relaxing Sunday!!!
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Happy Birthday Lionel Ferbos!!!!
Happy Saturday Everybody,
It's not too late to head down to Jefferson Feed (4421 Jefferson Highway) for Hot Kitty in the City Pet Adoption Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm....go find your forever friend today!!!
You should head on down to the Louisiana Music Factory (210 Decatur) for a couple of great shows.....You've got A.J. Loria at 2:00 pm and Troy Turner at 3:00...and look out for the great beer specials down the street.
Make sure to stop by the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park (916 N. Peters) for MAYES2 (Frank and Cindy Mayes) who will perform a concert of New Orleans jazz, classical, original & "nouveaux grooveaux" from 2-3:30pm. Admission is FREE!!!
Today is HURRICANE CEREMONY XIII this evening at Achade Meadows Peristyle (3319 Rosalie Alley ( of of Rampart between Piety and Desire) starting up at 7:00 pm it's a public prayer ceremony dedicated to Our Lady of Prompt Succor (who has intervened historically on New Orleans' behalf when a hurricane has threatened) and Ezili Danto (also associated with Mater Salvatoris and Moumt Carmel) to ask for protection from hurricanes.
What to bring in offering:
For Our Lady: flowers, statues, candles, religious pictures, jewelry.
For Danto: Barbancourt Rum, Clarin, Florida Water, candles, daggers, dolls dressed in red and blue with gold trim or calico prints, spicy black beans, peasant cakes, unfiltered cigarettes, pan fried cornbread with peppers, fried pork, white crème de menthe.
What to wear: Please dress in white (the color of purity), with red head scarves, or all red (the color of Petwo rites).
If you've never been to this party you got to go!! It's the Third Annual Hear Come the Girls Party at Rock 'N Bowl tonight at 9:30 p.m...Make sure you wear something fancy and you can dance to the sounds of Blue-Eyed Soul Review!
And of DON'T MISS THIS ONE....Lionel Ferbos Turns 99 at 9:00 pm...come help him celebrate at his big birthday bash where he'll be performing at the Palm Court (1204 Decatur Street)....this is going to be quite the celebration!!!
For more fun events going on around the City be sure to check out the WWOZ Livewire...have a good one!!!
It's not too late to head down to Jefferson Feed (4421 Jefferson Highway) for Hot Kitty in the City Pet Adoption Day from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm....go find your forever friend today!!!
You should head on down to the Louisiana Music Factory (210 Decatur) for a couple of great shows.....You've got A.J. Loria at 2:00 pm and Troy Turner at 3:00...and look out for the great beer specials down the street.
Make sure to stop by the New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park (916 N. Peters) for MAYES2 (Frank and Cindy Mayes) who will perform a concert of New Orleans jazz, classical, original & "nouveaux grooveaux" from 2-3:30pm. Admission is FREE!!!
Today is HURRICANE CEREMONY XIII this evening at Achade Meadows Peristyle (3319 Rosalie Alley ( of of Rampart between Piety and Desire) starting up at 7:00 pm it's a public prayer ceremony dedicated to Our Lady of Prompt Succor (who has intervened historically on New Orleans' behalf when a hurricane has threatened) and Ezili Danto (also associated with Mater Salvatoris and Moumt Carmel) to ask for protection from hurricanes.
What to bring in offering:
For Our Lady: flowers, statues, candles, religious pictures, jewelry.
For Danto: Barbancourt Rum, Clarin, Florida Water, candles, daggers, dolls dressed in red and blue with gold trim or calico prints, spicy black beans, peasant cakes, unfiltered cigarettes, pan fried cornbread with peppers, fried pork, white crème de menthe.
What to wear: Please dress in white (the color of purity), with red head scarves, or all red (the color of Petwo rites).
If you've never been to this party you got to go!! It's the Third Annual Hear Come the Girls Party at Rock 'N Bowl tonight at 9:30 p.m...Make sure you wear something fancy and you can dance to the sounds of Blue-Eyed Soul Review!
And of DON'T MISS THIS ONE....Lionel Ferbos Turns 99 at 9:00 pm...come help him celebrate at his big birthday bash where he'll be performing at the Palm Court (1204 Decatur Street)....this is going to be quite the celebration!!!
For more fun events going on around the City be sure to check out the WWOZ Livewire...have a good one!!!
Friday, July 16, 2010
Wine, Birthdays and Free Drinks!
Morning Everybody...It's Friday - What's happenin'??
Get your evening started off right with a little wine tasting and art opening at Swirl (3143 Ponce de Leon) with the Friday Free for All from 6 to 8:00 pm. Geoff Worden from Wines Unlimited is bringing 4 special old world favorites and Chef Dan Esses is back dishing out his delicious $5 tapas plates!
It's a Threadhead Friday night at Chickie Wah Wah with Paul Sanchez at 8:00 pm for a super fun evening! And I know there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
You really need to head down to BJs (4301 Burgundy) tonite for the BIG birthday celebration in honor of Little Freddie King it's his 70th Birthday Bash and things will get rolling about 9:00 pm...don't miss it....GOTTA CELEBRATE WITH DA KING!!
If you're thinking about heading down to Frenchmen Street...there's lot of music to hear!
d.b.a.'s (618 Frenchmen) has two bands tonight that will get you up and dancing...you got the Hot Club of New Orleansat 6:00 and stay on for Good Enough for Good Times at 10:00 pm!
Right down the street you have another trio of shows at BMC (1331 Decatur)...with Sasha Masakowski at 7:00 pm, Fredy Omar con su Banda at 10:30 pm, Medianoche International at 1:00 am...(hey, now it's Saturday mornin'!)
Head on down to the Maison (508 Frenchmen) at 7:30 for Some Like it Hot...and you'll appreciate the great drinks and the NO COVER!!! And head on up to the Maison Penthouse for Shakedown Dance.....you'll find a dance party with some of the freshest DJs in the city spinning jams. It's always free....and there will be FREE drinks for the ladies from 10:00 to-11:00 p.m.....AND there will also be FREE shots for everyone in the room at midnight and 1:00 a.m.!!
And for those of you hanging out Uptown don't forget it's Free Fridays at Tipitina's (504 Napoleon Ave.) with the Honey Island Swamp Band and special guests The Tangle...show starts up about 10ish....you can't miss this show!
Have a great Friday and for more musical fun and events click on the WWOZ Livewire!
Get your evening started off right with a little wine tasting and art opening at Swirl (3143 Ponce de Leon) with the Friday Free for All from 6 to 8:00 pm. Geoff Worden from Wines Unlimited is bringing 4 special old world favorites and Chef Dan Esses is back dishing out his delicious $5 tapas plates!
It's a Threadhead Friday night at Chickie Wah Wah with Paul Sanchez at 8:00 pm for a super fun evening! And I know there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
You really need to head down to BJs (4301 Burgundy) tonite for the BIG birthday celebration in honor of Little Freddie King it's his 70th Birthday Bash and things will get rolling about 9:00 pm...don't miss it....GOTTA CELEBRATE WITH DA KING!!
If you're thinking about heading down to Frenchmen Street...there's lot of music to hear!
d.b.a.'s (618 Frenchmen) has two bands tonight that will get you up and dancing...you got the Hot Club of New Orleansat 6:00 and stay on for Good Enough for Good Times at 10:00 pm!
Right down the street you have another trio of shows at BMC (1331 Decatur)...with Sasha Masakowski at 7:00 pm, Fredy Omar con su Banda at 10:30 pm, Medianoche International at 1:00 am...(hey, now it's Saturday mornin'!)
Head on down to the Maison (508 Frenchmen) at 7:30 for Some Like it Hot...and you'll appreciate the great drinks and the NO COVER!!! And head on up to the Maison Penthouse for Shakedown Dance.....you'll find a dance party with some of the freshest DJs in the city spinning jams. It's always free....and there will be FREE drinks for the ladies from 10:00 to-11:00 p.m.....AND there will also be FREE shots for everyone in the room at midnight and 1:00 a.m.!!
And for those of you hanging out Uptown don't forget it's Free Fridays at Tipitina's (504 Napoleon Ave.) with the Honey Island Swamp Band and special guests The Tangle...show starts up about 10ish....you can't miss this show!
Have a great Friday and for more musical fun and events click on the WWOZ Livewire!
Thursday, July 15, 2010
Dine Out Tonight!!!
Good Morning Everbody!
There's lots going on today...so let's get to it!
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle about 5:00 pm in Mid-City......Steve Wilshire from Glazer's Distributors is rolling out some of their favorite Argentine selections and a little something bubbly to get you going....and be sure to stop by the Crescent City Farmer's Market and patronize local Louisiana vendors with fresh veggies, seafood and more! Also at the Farmer's Market there's gonna be.....A Louisiana Eat In from 4:00 to 6:00 pm....to demonstrate to the nation that Louisiana seafood is still available, safe and delicious in conjunction with the publication of "Endangered Foods of the Gulf South". Many of the authors will be on hand to sign copies of the publication. Chef Chris Lusk of Café Adelaide, Louisiana's 2010 Seafood King; Chef Stephen Stryjewski of Cochon, Chef's Collaborative board member; Jay Nix of Parkway Bakery will serve free of charge, delicious dishes made with Louisiana Seafood!!!
It's a big show at the Ogden this evening!! The Ogden Southern Museum of Art better known as Ogden after Hours starts up at 6:00 pm with bluesy singer/songwriter, Colin Lake.....So come on down for some music, culture, fun and the "O" bar will be serving some yummy margaritas!! (remember if you get down there early - go grab a cocktail at the Circle Bar on Lee's Circle...one of the best happy hours in town!)
You can also go hang out at City Park this evening for The Thursdays at Twilight Garden Concert Series with New Orleans Banjos +2! The gates open up at 5:00 pm and the performance starts at 6:00 pm in the City Park Botanical Garden Pavilion of the Two Sisters...There is an admission charge, but hey, it's helping the Park out..so....it's a good thing...$8 for adults and $3 for children.
The Lakeview Civic Organization is having their Annual BBQ tonight from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at 801 Harrison Avenue....There will be delicious BBQ and other delectables prepared by Lakeview Grocery and Robert Fresh Market, music, popcorn, and snowballs! Bring your fold up chairs, your family and friends and enjoy a lovely summer night under the stars!
Come on down this evening to the Maison Frenchmen on Frenchmen Street (of course) tonight at 7:00 pm for the Grill Out Chill Out! Bar patrons can load up on loads of yummy grilled meats, veggies and $5.00 pitchers of beer.....be sure and stay on for the Abney Effect at 9:00 pm!
AND DON'T FORGET TO GO OUT AND EAT TONIGHT!!!
The No Aids Task Force - Dining Out for Life....dozens of the areas best restaurants will donate 25% of their proceeds to NO/AIDS Task Force. All you have to do is dine at one of these restaurants and 25% of your bill will help someone living with HIV /AIDS. Click on the above link for a complete list!
And if you want to help out some dogs and cats...you have to attend Pasta with a Purpose for the Louisiana SPCA...Louisiana SPCA has invited you to join them for dinner, which will help raise money for the organization, when you come and dine-in (or carryout), Semolina will donate 10% of the proceeds from your visit to the Louisiana SPCA. You must present the Pasta With A Purpose invitation to your server (available by download at http://www.la-spca.org/). Call 454-7930 to make a reservation or visit http://www.la-spca.org/ for more information.
And for all your musical fun this evening be sure to click on the WWOZ Livewire...Have a great Thursday!
There's lots going on today...so let's get to it!
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle about 5:00 pm in Mid-City......Steve Wilshire from Glazer's Distributors is rolling out some of their favorite Argentine selections and a little something bubbly to get you going....and be sure to stop by the Crescent City Farmer's Market and patronize local Louisiana vendors with fresh veggies, seafood and more! Also at the Farmer's Market there's gonna be.....A Louisiana Eat In from 4:00 to 6:00 pm....to demonstrate to the nation that Louisiana seafood is still available, safe and delicious in conjunction with the publication of "Endangered Foods of the Gulf South". Many of the authors will be on hand to sign copies of the publication. Chef Chris Lusk of Café Adelaide, Louisiana's 2010 Seafood King; Chef Stephen Stryjewski of Cochon, Chef's Collaborative board member; Jay Nix of Parkway Bakery will serve free of charge, delicious dishes made with Louisiana Seafood!!!
It's a big show at the Ogden this evening!! The Ogden Southern Museum of Art better known as Ogden after Hours starts up at 6:00 pm with bluesy singer/songwriter, Colin Lake.....So come on down for some music, culture, fun and the "O" bar will be serving some yummy margaritas!! (remember if you get down there early - go grab a cocktail at the Circle Bar on Lee's Circle...one of the best happy hours in town!)
You can also go hang out at City Park this evening for The Thursdays at Twilight Garden Concert Series with New Orleans Banjos +2! The gates open up at 5:00 pm and the performance starts at 6:00 pm in the City Park Botanical Garden Pavilion of the Two Sisters...There is an admission charge, but hey, it's helping the Park out..so....it's a good thing...$8 for adults and $3 for children.
The Lakeview Civic Organization is having their Annual BBQ tonight from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at 801 Harrison Avenue....There will be delicious BBQ and other delectables prepared by Lakeview Grocery and Robert Fresh Market, music, popcorn, and snowballs! Bring your fold up chairs, your family and friends and enjoy a lovely summer night under the stars!
Come on down this evening to the Maison Frenchmen on Frenchmen Street (of course) tonight at 7:00 pm for the Grill Out Chill Out! Bar patrons can load up on loads of yummy grilled meats, veggies and $5.00 pitchers of beer.....be sure and stay on for the Abney Effect at 9:00 pm!
AND DON'T FORGET TO GO OUT AND EAT TONIGHT!!!
The No Aids Task Force - Dining Out for Life....dozens of the areas best restaurants will donate 25% of their proceeds to NO/AIDS Task Force. All you have to do is dine at one of these restaurants and 25% of your bill will help someone living with HIV /AIDS. Click on the above link for a complete list!
And if you want to help out some dogs and cats...you have to attend Pasta with a Purpose for the Louisiana SPCA...Louisiana SPCA has invited you to join them for dinner, which will help raise money for the organization, when you come and dine-in (or carryout), Semolina will donate 10% of the proceeds from your visit to the Louisiana SPCA. You must present the Pasta With A Purpose invitation to your server (available by download at http://www.la-spca.org/). Call 454-7930 to make a reservation or visit http://www.la-spca.org/ for more information.
And for all your musical fun this evening be sure to click on the WWOZ Livewire...Have a great Thursday!
Wednesday, July 14, 2010
Vive La France!!!
Bonjour Ya'll!
Celebrate Bastille Day with the "Let them Eat Cake" Célébration in the French Market this morning! Here's the lowdown:
9:45 a.m. - Gather at Washington Artillery Park in your best French outfit, and look for the brass band.
10:00 a.m. - March on down to Dutch Alley.
10:20 a.m. Welcome remarks from Ken Ferdinand. Speeches by local French leaders and representatives of French organizations. Introduction of key speakers.
10:30 a.m. Ceremony at Joan of Arc statue at New Place de France (across the street from Dutch Alley). Wreath laying. Singing of Le Marseillaise.
10:45 a.m. Move indoors to Market Café. Champagne while supplies last. Musette music with Norbert Slama Trio.
11:00 a.m. Let Them Eat Cake! Marie Antoinette serves 100 pieces of cake to the public!!!
It's another Wednesday on the Point from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., and of course, admission is FREE..Take the ferry right over to the concert tonight and head to Louie's Corner Bar (500 Elmira) for Flow Tribe to celebrate University on the Point! Click the above link for complete concert series info!
Tonight is also the Mission to Musicians Concert Series at St. Anna's Episcopal Church, Parish Hall (1313 Esplanade Ave.) featuring Wilson & Moore at 7:30 pm. The gospel healing Mass and medical services for musicians take place at 6:30 pm.....Dinner and resources are free for musicians (suggested donation $10)....All proceeds benefit the Mission to Musicians Fund!
And of course you got more music!
You can head on down to the Bayou Park Bar in Mid-City (542 S. Jeff Davis) for some Lynn Drury and Friends at 10:00 pm.
You'll be having a good time at d.b.a. on Frenchmen Street tonight with The Mirlitones for the early show at 7:00 pm (no cover)! And hang out for Walter Wolfman Washington...he comes on at 10:00 pm.
If you're already in the Marigy (or even if you're not) make sure to stop by Mimi's in the Marigny (2601 Royal) for some Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review's weekly show at 10:00 pm!
If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire! Until tomorrow....
Celebrate Bastille Day with the "Let them Eat Cake" Célébration in the French Market this morning! Here's the lowdown:
9:45 a.m. - Gather at Washington Artillery Park in your best French outfit, and look for the brass band.
10:00 a.m. - March on down to Dutch Alley.
10:20 a.m. Welcome remarks from Ken Ferdinand. Speeches by local French leaders and representatives of French organizations. Introduction of key speakers.
10:30 a.m. Ceremony at Joan of Arc statue at New Place de France (across the street from Dutch Alley). Wreath laying. Singing of Le Marseillaise.
10:45 a.m. Move indoors to Market Café. Champagne while supplies last. Musette music with Norbert Slama Trio.
11:00 a.m. Let Them Eat Cake! Marie Antoinette serves 100 pieces of cake to the public!!!
It's another Wednesday on the Point from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., and of course, admission is FREE..Take the ferry right over to the concert tonight and head to Louie's Corner Bar (500 Elmira) for Flow Tribe to celebrate University on the Point! Click the above link for complete concert series info!
Tonight is also the Mission to Musicians Concert Series at St. Anna's Episcopal Church, Parish Hall (1313 Esplanade Ave.) featuring Wilson & Moore at 7:30 pm. The gospel healing Mass and medical services for musicians take place at 6:30 pm.....Dinner and resources are free for musicians (suggested donation $10)....All proceeds benefit the Mission to Musicians Fund!
And of course you got more music!
You can head on down to the Bayou Park Bar in Mid-City (542 S. Jeff Davis) for some Lynn Drury and Friends at 10:00 pm.
You'll be having a good time at d.b.a. on Frenchmen Street tonight with The Mirlitones for the early show at 7:00 pm (no cover)! And hang out for Walter Wolfman Washington...he comes on at 10:00 pm.
If you're already in the Marigy (or even if you're not) make sure to stop by Mimi's in the Marigny (2601 Royal) for some Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review's weekly show at 10:00 pm!
If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire! Until tomorrow....
Tuesday, July 13, 2010
Le Booze it up with Margarita Tonight!!
Happy Tuesday Everybody,
Just wondering when this rain is gonna leave us, but there's lots of good stuff going on today!!
You can get your day started off right with a trip to the Farmer's Market!!! Visit the Crescent City's Farmer's Market at University Square (200 Broadway) from 9:00 to 1:00 pm and pick up some fresh seafood, veggies and you can even get some lunch...be sure to check out the green plate special!!!
This evening there's lot of fun stuff going on....
Get your happy hour going at Le Booze (300 Bourbon Street) this evening from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm for Happy Hour Toasting with Margarita and Jean-Francois Bonnette. Come and enjoy Happy Hours drinks prepared by the wonderful bartenders of Le Booze in the Royal Sonesta Hotel under the guidance of Margarita Bergen and her co-host Jean-Francois Bonnete who will be introducing brand new Luksusowa Polish Vodka.....Jean Francois is the VP of WJ Deutsch & Sons. Ltd and Chairman of the French- American Chamber of Commerce of Houston....so let's show him some New Orleans Hospitality!!
For more music fun....come on down to Chickie Wah Wah on Canal Street to enjoy the amazing John Mooney!! Music starts about 8:00 pm, but come early to get a good seat.
You can also head on over to Bullet's Sports Bar (2441 AP Tureaud) at about 8:30ish and get down to the sounds of Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ Swingers...there's really no better place to spend your Tuesday night and have a few drinks to celebrate!
If you're lookin' for some Rockin' and Bowlin' and some good food too...Have some dinner over at Ye Olde College Inn..where you'll get some yummy food and a discounted ticket to Rock 'N Bowl...right next door!! It's Big Al and the Heavyweights tonight...and the show gets kickin' about 8:30 pm.
For your late night evening pleasure you need to go by the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...for the REBIRTH!! You'll be glad you stayed up late!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire link!
Just wondering when this rain is gonna leave us, but there's lots of good stuff going on today!!
You can get your day started off right with a trip to the Farmer's Market!!! Visit the Crescent City's Farmer's Market at University Square (200 Broadway) from 9:00 to 1:00 pm and pick up some fresh seafood, veggies and you can even get some lunch...be sure to check out the green plate special!!!
This evening there's lot of fun stuff going on....
Get your happy hour going at Le Booze (300 Bourbon Street) this evening from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm for Happy Hour Toasting with Margarita and Jean-Francois Bonnette. Come and enjoy Happy Hours drinks prepared by the wonderful bartenders of Le Booze in the Royal Sonesta Hotel under the guidance of Margarita Bergen and her co-host Jean-Francois Bonnete who will be introducing brand new Luksusowa Polish Vodka.....Jean Francois is the VP of WJ Deutsch & Sons. Ltd and Chairman of the French- American Chamber of Commerce of Houston....so let's show him some New Orleans Hospitality!!
For more music fun....come on down to Chickie Wah Wah on Canal Street to enjoy the amazing John Mooney!! Music starts about 8:00 pm, but come early to get a good seat.
You can also head on over to Bullet's Sports Bar (2441 AP Tureaud) at about 8:30ish and get down to the sounds of Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ Swingers...there's really no better place to spend your Tuesday night and have a few drinks to celebrate!
If you're lookin' for some Rockin' and Bowlin' and some good food too...Have some dinner over at Ye Olde College Inn..where you'll get some yummy food and a discounted ticket to Rock 'N Bowl...right next door!! It's Big Al and the Heavyweights tonight...and the show gets kickin' about 8:30 pm.
For your late night evening pleasure you need to go by the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...for the REBIRTH!! You'll be glad you stayed up late!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire link!
Monday, July 12, 2010
Get Back into the Groove this Monday Evening!
Happy Monday Everybody!
Hope everybody has been enjoyed the many Bastille Day festivities this weekend...not it's time to get back in the Monday groove!
There's a fun double header over at Maison (508 Frenchmen)...You got The Sazerac Sunrise Jazz Band featuring Suzaune McKamey at 7:00 pm, and the Monday Night Super Jam hosted by Gene Harding at 10:00 pm...now this sounds like a fun way to spend your evening!!
It's another HOT Monday, but there's a great breeze from the river today...so it's a good night to take a stroll along the River Road levee, and while you're there be sure to stop at the River Shack Tavern at 7:00 pm for some really GOOD red beans and rice, and the cool sounds of Amanda Walker.
Get your evening started off right at Chickie Wah Wah on Canal....they have musical legend Spencer Bohren for an early show at 7:00 pm...and I'm sure there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
Keep out the heat and spend some time on the Avenue at The Columns....There's gonna be David Doucet from BeauSoleil fame, and while you're enjoying the sounds have a refreshing adult beverage and this will surely start your evening off right!
If you're headed to the Quarter go down to hear another amazing early show with Bob French and the Original Tuxedo Band at Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse show starts around 8:00 pm...with NO COVER!
BJ's Lounge (4301 Burgundy) has a special show tonight at 9:00 pm with King James and the Special Man...If you've never headed down to BJ's you gotta do it...and if they're serving those yummy burritos you have to get one...they are yummy!!!!
If you're lookin' for some bluegrass music tonight you don't have to go too far to find it....Check out the Hi Ho Lounge on St. Claude and the Bluegrass Pickin' Party at 8:00 pm...there's no cover and FREE red beans at this show too!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat early for this great line-up of music....Brett Richardson at 4:00 pm, Dominic Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Jazz Vipers at 10:00 pm.....it's sure to be another smokin' Monday evening show.
Have a great Monday and stay cool...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire ....until tomorrow
Hope everybody has been enjoyed the many Bastille Day festivities this weekend...not it's time to get back in the Monday groove!
There's a fun double header over at Maison (508 Frenchmen)...You got The Sazerac Sunrise Jazz Band featuring Suzaune McKamey at 7:00 pm, and the Monday Night Super Jam hosted by Gene Harding at 10:00 pm...now this sounds like a fun way to spend your evening!!
It's another HOT Monday, but there's a great breeze from the river today...so it's a good night to take a stroll along the River Road levee, and while you're there be sure to stop at the River Shack Tavern at 7:00 pm for some really GOOD red beans and rice, and the cool sounds of Amanda Walker.
Get your evening started off right at Chickie Wah Wah on Canal....they have musical legend Spencer Bohren for an early show at 7:00 pm...and I'm sure there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
Keep out the heat and spend some time on the Avenue at The Columns....There's gonna be David Doucet from BeauSoleil fame, and while you're enjoying the sounds have a refreshing adult beverage and this will surely start your evening off right!
If you're headed to the Quarter go down to hear another amazing early show with Bob French and the Original Tuxedo Band at Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse show starts around 8:00 pm...with NO COVER!
BJ's Lounge (4301 Burgundy) has a special show tonight at 9:00 pm with King James and the Special Man...If you've never headed down to BJ's you gotta do it...and if they're serving those yummy burritos you have to get one...they are yummy!!!!
If you're lookin' for some bluegrass music tonight you don't have to go too far to find it....Check out the Hi Ho Lounge on St. Claude and the Bluegrass Pickin' Party at 8:00 pm...there's no cover and FREE red beans at this show too!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat early for this great line-up of music....Brett Richardson at 4:00 pm, Dominic Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Jazz Vipers at 10:00 pm.....it's sure to be another smokin' Monday evening show.
Have a great Monday and stay cool...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire ....until tomorrow
Sunday, July 11, 2010
Espana vs Nederland and more Celebrations!!
Good Morning Everybody and Happy Bastille Day Weekend!!
Start your World Cup morning off right and head down to Ernst Cafe at 11:30 when Death in the Afternoon Drinking Society presents Hemingway, Ole! Six teams enter the ring, but only one will claim the big prize. Sign up now with your 2 or 3-person team (or just sign up now and draft someone on game day) to compete in this Ernest Hemingway-themed contest of nerves. Teams will perform 2-minute micro-skits (no memorization required,as there will be closely-guarded scripts provided at the event) of infamous Hemingway scenes. A panel of judges, and the audience, will decide who advances to sweet sweet victory. So unleash your inner Hemingway and enter now! There will also roll the party directly into a live screening on multiple screens of the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final Match in South Africa!
11:30am Doors open for brunch/drinks
12:30pm Contest begins
1:30pm World Cup Finals Match
You can also gotta to stop by the Yellow Moon Bar (800 France St.) today at 2:00 pm for the big July Birthday Bash...Celebrating CoCo Robicheaux, Blue Max, Guital Lighnin' Lee, Billy Outlaw and Michael James...and you never know who else might show up for the big party!!!
After you watch the World Cup today at your favorite bar...you have to head down to the Quarter for THE FIRST ANNUAL FRENCH MARKET WAITERS RACE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH WE
LIVE TO EAT REVIVES A FRENCH QUARTER TRADITION!
In honor of Bastille Day, New Orleans will join cities around the world in hosting a waiters race, a tradition started in Paris in the early 20th century to recognize the waitstaff profession. Coined "VIVE LA FRANCE, VIVE LA SEAFOOD!" the race serves as a celebration of the New Orleans local restaurant andseafood industries. The public is encouraged to attend and cheer on waiters as they make their way down Decatur Street from St. Ann Street to Ursulines Street. The race begins at 4 p.m. on Decatur Street at St. Ann (near Café du Monde). Waiters will register at Washington Artillery Park across from Jackson Square, where they will be fitted with an apron, napkin, waiters tray, and plastic wine glasses filled with water. Waiters will need to adhere to strict rules as they carry their tray in a straight shot down Decatur Street to Ursulines, just past the Joan of Arc statue, where the race ends...You don't want to miss this one!!
After the race you have to head down to
Ernie K.Doe Mother n Law lounge
On Sunday July 11,2010, A benefit show will be given at the lounge to" RAISE MONEY" to keep the Mother n Law louge OPEN at its present location,1500 N.Claiborne. Showtime 6p.m. Perfoming live:Ernie Vincent,Guitar Lightning Lee, Chief Counsel Alfred Doucette,John T. Lewis and The 1 and only BIG Al CARSON, and many others. We are asking that everyone make a donation of at least $5 dollars.They need your SUPPORT!!!
Well...that should get your Sunday going...and for more fun stuff to do be sure to check out the WWOZ Livewire...have a good one!!
On Sunday July 11,2010, A benefit show will be given at the lounge to" RAISE MONEY" to keep the Mother n Law louge OPEN at its present location,1500 N.Claiborne. Showtime 6p.m. Perfoming live:Ernie Vincent,Guitar Lightning Lee, Chief Counsel Alfred Doucette,John T. Lewis and The 1 and only BIG Al CARSON, and many others. We are asking that everyone make a donation of at least $5 dollars.They need your SUPPORT!!!
Well...that should get your Sunday going...and for more fun stuff to do be sure to check out the WWOZ Livewire...have a good one!!
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Bastille Day Saturday
Happy Saturday!
It's City Park's Blessing of the Fleet. The ceremony begins at 11:00 am with an official blessing from Deacon Robert Normand. Following will be a celebration with FREE bike and boat rides until 1:00 pm. This event is FREE and open to the public.
Joy Ride Bike Rentals, a locally owned company, is joining forces with City Park to bring guests the option of bicycling throughout the park. Also added to the line-up is NOLA Gondola, offering relaxing and romantic gondola rides. Bicycles will be rented during the existing boating hours of operation: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm. Gondola rides will be offered from 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Wednesday through Sunday (subject to heat, wind or severe weather). Visitors to the area surrounding Big Lake can also find Williams-Plum Snowballs shaving ice every Saturday and Sunday.
Make sure to head down to the Louisiana Music Factory (210 Decatur) for the Free Concert Series...with the Turnip Greens at 2pm and Wilson & Moore 3pm...this is always a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon!!
Please be sure to come out and celebrate the Feast of St. Henry Reunion.....The Friends of St. Henry is hosting a reunion party at St. Henry's Catholic Church (812 General Pershing)beginning with a vigil Mass in the church at 3:00 pm following Mass, a block party with food, drinks,snowballs and music by the J. Monque'D Blues Band.
And of course it's the big Faubourg St. John Bastille Celebration.
Fun, food, drink, and dancing in the street! The Gypsy Jazz Trio, a French dance band begins playing at 5:00PM. Cynthia Scott will sing La Marseilllaise at 5:30PM. Some Like It Hot will inspire dancers of all ages and skill levels between 7:00 and 9PM. Participants include Café Degas, Canseco’s Grocery, Fair Grinds Coffee House, Liuzza’s by the Tracks, Lola’s Café, Lux Spa, Pal’s Lounge, De Blanc’s Pharmacy, Nonna Mia’s Restaurant, Santa Fe Restaurant, Swirl Wines, Faubourg St. John Neighborhood Association, Big Al’s Sausage, and Terranova’s Grocery. Everyone is welcome..So go your French on!!Mais oui!!
Have a great Saturday and for more fun, be sure to check out the WWOZ Livewire!!
It's City Park's Blessing of the Fleet. The ceremony begins at 11:00 am with an official blessing from Deacon Robert Normand. Following will be a celebration with FREE bike and boat rides until 1:00 pm. This event is FREE and open to the public.
Joy Ride Bike Rentals, a locally owned company, is joining forces with City Park to bring guests the option of bicycling throughout the park. Also added to the line-up is NOLA Gondola, offering relaxing and romantic gondola rides. Bicycles will be rented during the existing boating hours of operation: Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm. Gondola rides will be offered from 1:00 pm - 10:00 pm, Wednesday through Sunday (subject to heat, wind or severe weather). Visitors to the area surrounding Big Lake can also find Williams-Plum Snowballs shaving ice every Saturday and Sunday.
Make sure to head down to the Louisiana Music Factory (210 Decatur) for the Free Concert Series...with the Turnip Greens at 2pm and Wilson & Moore 3pm...this is always a great way to spend a Saturday afternoon!!
Please be sure to come out and celebrate the Feast of St. Henry Reunion.....The Friends of St. Henry is hosting a reunion party at St. Henry's Catholic Church (812 General Pershing)beginning with a vigil Mass in the church at 3:00 pm following Mass, a block party with food, drinks,snowballs and music by the J. Monque'D Blues Band.
And of course it's the big Faubourg St. John Bastille Celebration.
Fun, food, drink, and dancing in the street! The Gypsy Jazz Trio, a French dance band begins playing at 5:00PM. Cynthia Scott will sing La Marseilllaise at 5:30PM. Some Like It Hot will inspire dancers of all ages and skill levels between 7:00 and 9PM. Participants include Café Degas, Canseco’s Grocery, Fair Grinds Coffee House, Liuzza’s by the Tracks, Lola’s Café, Lux Spa, Pal’s Lounge, De Blanc’s Pharmacy, Nonna Mia’s Restaurant, Santa Fe Restaurant, Swirl Wines, Faubourg St. John Neighborhood Association, Big Al’s Sausage, and Terranova’s Grocery. Everyone is welcome..So go your French on!!Mais oui!!
Have a great Saturday and for more fun, be sure to check out the WWOZ Livewire!!
Friday, July 9, 2010
Free Wine, Cocktails and Music this Evening...TGIF!
Morning Everybody...It's Friday - What's happenin'??
You can kick off your weekend with the Marketplace at Armstrong Park today from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.....featuring local fresh produce, seafood, arts and crafts and bring your dancing shoes cause the Treme' Brass Band is gonna be there too!!!
After work head on down to Cocktails & Conversation with Jean Knight & DJ Soul Sister from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm at the Louisiana State Museum at the Cabildo in Jackson Square....Soul sounds from DJ Matty in the courtyard kick off the event at 5:30 pm, Soul Sister and Jean Knight chat from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by cocktails and music till 8:00 pm....Admission is free, as are drinks! What a great way to kick off the weekend!!
You can also get your evening started off right with a little wine tasting and art opening at Swirl (3143 Ponce de Leon) with the Friday Free for All from 6 to 8:00 pm. Nick Selby from Uncorked Wines kicks off our Bastille Day celebration weekend with 4 great French wines.
It's a Threadhead Friday night at Chickie Wah Wah with Paul Sanchez and Sonia Tetlow at 8:00 pm for a super fun evening! And I know there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
If you're thinking about heading down to Frenchmen Street...there's lot of music to hear!
d.b.a.'s (618 Frenchmen) has two bands tonight that will get you up and dancing...you got the Meschiya Lake & The Little Big Horns at 6:00 and stay on for Corey Henry & Tre Muzikat 10:00 pm!
Right down the street you have another trio of shows at BMC (1331 Decatur)...with Sasha Masakowski at 7:00 pm, Fredy Omar con su Banda at 10:30 pm, Medianoche International at 1:00 am...(hey, now it's Saturday mornin'!)
Head on down to the Maison (508 Frenchmen) at 7:30 for Some Like it Hot...and you'll appreciate the great drinks and the NO COVER and stay on for Mia Borders at 10:30 and there's a late show with Jeremy Phipps and The Outsiders at Midnight!
And for those of you hanging out Uptown don't forget it's Free Fridays at Tipitina's (504 Napoleon Ave.) with Friday with Walter "Wolfman" Washington & The Roadmasters...show starts up about 10ish...you gotta love the Wolfman!
And this is Saturday event...but is starts up at 8:00 am...so you gotta make your plans for the tribute to San Fermin in Nueva Orleans (the Bull Run)....the "run" un-officially begins at 7 a.m. at the Three Legged Dog bar located at 400 Burgundy Street in the French Quarter...There's gonna be Sangria, Stella Artois beer, Spanish wines and good cheer!!! So watch out for those Roller Bulls!!!
Have a great Friday and for more musical fun and events click on the WWOZ Livewire!
You can kick off your weekend with the Marketplace at Armstrong Park today from 3:00 to 6:00 pm.....featuring local fresh produce, seafood, arts and crafts and bring your dancing shoes cause the Treme' Brass Band is gonna be there too!!!
After work head on down to Cocktails & Conversation with Jean Knight & DJ Soul Sister from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm at the Louisiana State Museum at the Cabildo in Jackson Square....Soul sounds from DJ Matty in the courtyard kick off the event at 5:30 pm, Soul Sister and Jean Knight chat from 6:00 to 7:00 pm, followed by cocktails and music till 8:00 pm....Admission is free, as are drinks! What a great way to kick off the weekend!!
You can also get your evening started off right with a little wine tasting and art opening at Swirl (3143 Ponce de Leon) with the Friday Free for All from 6 to 8:00 pm. Nick Selby from Uncorked Wines kicks off our Bastille Day celebration weekend with 4 great French wines.
It's a Threadhead Friday night at Chickie Wah Wah with Paul Sanchez and Sonia Tetlow at 8:00 pm for a super fun evening! And I know there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
If you're thinking about heading down to Frenchmen Street...there's lot of music to hear!
d.b.a.'s (618 Frenchmen) has two bands tonight that will get you up and dancing...you got the Meschiya Lake & The Little Big Horns at 6:00 and stay on for Corey Henry & Tre Muzikat 10:00 pm!
Right down the street you have another trio of shows at BMC (1331 Decatur)...with Sasha Masakowski at 7:00 pm, Fredy Omar con su Banda at 10:30 pm, Medianoche International at 1:00 am...(hey, now it's Saturday mornin'!)
Head on down to the Maison (508 Frenchmen) at 7:30 for Some Like it Hot...and you'll appreciate the great drinks and the NO COVER and stay on for Mia Borders at 10:30 and there's a late show with Jeremy Phipps and The Outsiders at Midnight!
And for those of you hanging out Uptown don't forget it's Free Fridays at Tipitina's (504 Napoleon Ave.) with Friday with Walter "Wolfman" Washington & The Roadmasters...show starts up about 10ish...you gotta love the Wolfman!
And this is Saturday event...but is starts up at 8:00 am...so you gotta make your plans for the tribute to San Fermin in Nueva Orleans (the Bull Run)....the "run" un-officially begins at 7 a.m. at the Three Legged Dog bar located at 400 Burgundy Street in the French Quarter...There's gonna be Sangria, Stella Artois beer, Spanish wines and good cheer!!! So watch out for those Roller Bulls!!!
Have a great Friday and for more musical fun and events click on the WWOZ Livewire!
Thursday, July 8, 2010
Some Wine, Beer, Soul and Music!
Good Morning Everbody!
Let's see what's going on this TGIT!!!
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle about 5:00 pm in Mid-City......Steve Wilshire from Glazer's Distributors is rolling out some of their favorite Argentine selections and a little something bubbly to get you going....and be sure to stop by the Crescent City Farmer's Market and patronize local Louisiana vendors with fresh veggies, seafood and more!
It's a big show at the Ogden this evening!! The Ogden Southern Museum of Art better known as Ogden after Hours starts up at 6:00 pm with Ralph "Soul" Jackson come enjoy some classic R&B and soul by this legendary musician from Alabama....this event is sponsored by the Ponderosa Stomp Foundation. So come on down for some music, culture, fun and the "O" bar will be serving some yummy margaritas!! (remember if you get down there early - go grab a cocktail at the Circle Bar on Lee's Circle...one of the best happy hours in town!)
You can also go hang out at City Park this evening for The Thursdays at Twilight Garden Concert Series with Philip Melancon! The gates open up at 5:00 pm and the performance starts at 6:00 pm in the City Park Botanical Garden Pavilion of the Two Sisters...There is an admission charge, but hey, it's helping the Park out..so....it's a good thing...$8 for adults and $3 for children.
Tonight is also the night to check out the Release of 7th Street Wheat at the Maple Leaf Bar (8316 Oak Street) from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m....The new release date for NOLA Brew's 7th Street Wheat is tonight!! This is their summer seasonal wheat beer infused with the herb lemon-basil. Join NOLA for great beer and funky music at The Maple Leaf with The Trio featuring Johnny V and special guests plus beers are only $3!!!!
Come on down this evening to the Maison Frenchmen on Frenchmen Street (of course) tonight at 7:00 pm for the Grill Out Chill Out with Jacid! Bar patrons can load up on loads of yummy grilled meats, veggies and $5.00 pitchers of beer.....be sure and stay on for Soul Project at 9:00 pm!
And for all your musical fun this evening be sure to click on the WWOZ Livewire...Have a great Thursday!
Let's see what's going on this TGIT!!!
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle about 5:00 pm in Mid-City......Steve Wilshire from Glazer's Distributors is rolling out some of their favorite Argentine selections and a little something bubbly to get you going....and be sure to stop by the Crescent City Farmer's Market and patronize local Louisiana vendors with fresh veggies, seafood and more!
It's a big show at the Ogden this evening!! The Ogden Southern Museum of Art better known as Ogden after Hours starts up at 6:00 pm with Ralph "Soul" Jackson come enjoy some classic R&B and soul by this legendary musician from Alabama....this event is sponsored by the Ponderosa Stomp Foundation. So come on down for some music, culture, fun and the "O" bar will be serving some yummy margaritas!! (remember if you get down there early - go grab a cocktail at the Circle Bar on Lee's Circle...one of the best happy hours in town!)
You can also go hang out at City Park this evening for The Thursdays at Twilight Garden Concert Series with Philip Melancon! The gates open up at 5:00 pm and the performance starts at 6:00 pm in the City Park Botanical Garden Pavilion of the Two Sisters...There is an admission charge, but hey, it's helping the Park out..so....it's a good thing...$8 for adults and $3 for children.
Tonight is also the night to check out the Release of 7th Street Wheat at the Maple Leaf Bar (8316 Oak Street) from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m....The new release date for NOLA Brew's 7th Street Wheat is tonight!! This is their summer seasonal wheat beer infused with the herb lemon-basil. Join NOLA for great beer and funky music at The Maple Leaf with The Trio featuring Johnny V and special guests plus beers are only $3!!!!
Come on down this evening to the Maison Frenchmen on Frenchmen Street (of course) tonight at 7:00 pm for the Grill Out Chill Out with Jacid! Bar patrons can load up on loads of yummy grilled meats, veggies and $5.00 pitchers of beer.....be sure and stay on for Soul Project at 9:00 pm!
And for all your musical fun this evening be sure to click on the WWOZ Livewire...Have a great Thursday!
Wednesday, July 7, 2010
Celebrate Latin Wednesday at the Point!!
Hey Everybody,
Get your night started off right with Happy Hour at Ralph's on the Park! Ralph's on the Park (900 City Park Avenue) tonight from 5:30 to 7:30 pm...There'll be $2 Abita Amber, $5 specialty cocktails/select wines, and hors d'oeuvers compliments of Chef Chip Flanagan...plus door prizes from Tales of the Cocktail!!
It's another Wednesday on the Point from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., and of course, admission is FREE..Take the ferry right over to the concert tonight and head to the Rosetree Garden Glass Studio (700 Eliza) for Fredy Omar con su Banda to celebrate Latin Wednesday with a block party! Click the above link for complete concert series info!
Tonight is also the Mission to Musicians Concert Series at St. Anna's Episcopal Church, Parish Hall (1313 Esplanade Ave.) featuring Zion Trinity at 7:30 pm. The gospel healing Mass and medical services for musicians take place at 6:30 pm.....Dinner and resources are free for musicians (suggested donation $10)....All proceeds benefit the Mission to Musicians Fund!
And of course you got more music!
You can head on down to the Bayou Park Bar in Mid-City (542 S. Jeff Davis) for some Lynn Drury and Friends at 10:00 pm.
You'll be having a good time at d.b.a. on Frenchmen Street tonight with The Mirlitones for the early show at 7:00 pm (no cover)! And hang out for Walter Wolfman Washington...he comes on at 10:00 pm.
If you're already in the Marigy (or even if you're not) make sure to stop by Mimi's in the Marigny (2601 Royal) for some Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review's weekly show at 10:00 pm!
If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire! Until tomorrow....
Get your night started off right with Happy Hour at Ralph's on the Park! Ralph's on the Park (900 City Park Avenue) tonight from 5:30 to 7:30 pm...There'll be $2 Abita Amber, $5 specialty cocktails/select wines, and hors d'oeuvers compliments of Chef Chip Flanagan...plus door prizes from Tales of the Cocktail!!
It's another Wednesday on the Point from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., and of course, admission is FREE..Take the ferry right over to the concert tonight and head to the Rosetree Garden Glass Studio (700 Eliza) for Fredy Omar con su Banda to celebrate Latin Wednesday with a block party! Click the above link for complete concert series info!
Tonight is also the Mission to Musicians Concert Series at St. Anna's Episcopal Church, Parish Hall (1313 Esplanade Ave.) featuring Zion Trinity at 7:30 pm. The gospel healing Mass and medical services for musicians take place at 6:30 pm.....Dinner and resources are free for musicians (suggested donation $10)....All proceeds benefit the Mission to Musicians Fund!
And of course you got more music!
You can head on down to the Bayou Park Bar in Mid-City (542 S. Jeff Davis) for some Lynn Drury and Friends at 10:00 pm.
You'll be having a good time at d.b.a. on Frenchmen Street tonight with The Mirlitones for the early show at 7:00 pm (no cover)! And hang out for Walter Wolfman Washington...he comes on at 10:00 pm.
If you're already in the Marigy (or even if you're not) make sure to stop by Mimi's in the Marigny (2601 Royal) for some Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review's weekly show at 10:00 pm!
If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire! Until tomorrow....
Tuesday, July 6, 2010
Another Rainy Tuesday!
Happy Tuesday Everybody,
Just wondering when this rain is gonna leave us, but there's lots of good stuff going on today!!
You can get your day started off right with a trip to the Farmer's Market!!! Visit the Crescent City's Farmer's Market at University Square (200 Broadway) from 9:00 to 1:00 pm and pick up some fresh seafood, veggies and you can even get some lunch! Surrey's Cafe' is providing some yummy lunch under the GPS tent. Come by for gazpacho, soft corn or flour tortillas, mole de guajolote (house-smoked turkey breast with mole), cochinita pibil con cebollas encurtidas (achiote-marinated pork slow-roasted in banana leaves, served with pickled onions), pollo con salsa de tomatillo (grilled chicken with tomatillo sauce), grilled vegetable and cheese with roasted tomato salsa, black beans with Mexican rice, chips with pico de gallo, chips with guacamole, and Surrey’s Combination Plate ($8.50) - 2 tacos, black beans & rice, and guacamole with chips....now that sounds delicious!
This evening there's lot of fun stuff going on....
For more music fun....come on down to Chickie Wah Wah on Canal Street to enjoy the amazing John Mooney!! Music starts about 8:00 pm, but come early to get a good seat.
You can also head on over to Bullet's Sports Bar (2441 AP Tureaud) at about 8:30ish and get down to the sounds of Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ Swingers...there's really no better place to spend your Tuesday night and have a few drinks to celebrate!
If you're lookin' for some Rockin' and Bowlin' and some good food too...Have some dinner over at Ye Olde College Inn..where you'll get some yummy food and a discounted ticket to Rock 'N Bowl...right next door!! It's Brint Anderson's tribute to Snooks Eaglin tonight...and the show gets kickin' about 8:30 pm.
For your late night evening pleasure you need to go by the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...for the REBIRTH!! You'll be glad you stayed up late!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire link!
Just wondering when this rain is gonna leave us, but there's lots of good stuff going on today!!
You can get your day started off right with a trip to the Farmer's Market!!! Visit the Crescent City's Farmer's Market at University Square (200 Broadway) from 9:00 to 1:00 pm and pick up some fresh seafood, veggies and you can even get some lunch! Surrey's Cafe' is providing some yummy lunch under the GPS tent. Come by for gazpacho, soft corn or flour tortillas, mole de guajolote (house-smoked turkey breast with mole), cochinita pibil con cebollas encurtidas (achiote-marinated pork slow-roasted in banana leaves, served with pickled onions), pollo con salsa de tomatillo (grilled chicken with tomatillo sauce), grilled vegetable and cheese with roasted tomato salsa, black beans with Mexican rice, chips with pico de gallo, chips with guacamole, and Surrey’s Combination Plate ($8.50) - 2 tacos, black beans & rice, and guacamole with chips....now that sounds delicious!
This evening there's lot of fun stuff going on....
For more music fun....come on down to Chickie Wah Wah on Canal Street to enjoy the amazing John Mooney!! Music starts about 8:00 pm, but come early to get a good seat.
You can also head on over to Bullet's Sports Bar (2441 AP Tureaud) at about 8:30ish and get down to the sounds of Kermit Ruffins and the BBQ Swingers...there's really no better place to spend your Tuesday night and have a few drinks to celebrate!
If you're lookin' for some Rockin' and Bowlin' and some good food too...Have some dinner over at Ye Olde College Inn..where you'll get some yummy food and a discounted ticket to Rock 'N Bowl...right next door!! It's Brint Anderson's tribute to Snooks Eaglin tonight...and the show gets kickin' about 8:30 pm.
For your late night evening pleasure you need to go by the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...for the REBIRTH!! You'll be glad you stayed up late!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire link!
Monday, July 5, 2010
Happy July 5th...Gal Holiday and some BJ's!!!
Happy Monday Everybody!
Hope everyone had a fun Independence Day!
There's a fun triple header over at Maison (508 Frenchmen)...You got Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review at 4:00 pm, The Sazerac Sunrise Jazz Band featuring Caroline Fourmy at 7:00 pm, and an Open Jam with Soul Project at 10:00 pm...now this sounds like a fun way to spend your Monday holiday!!
It's another HOT Monday, but there's a great breeze from the river today...so it's a good night to take a stroll along the River Road levee, and while you're there be sure to stop at the River Shack Tavern at 7:00 pm for some really GOOD red beans and rice, and the cool sounds of Amanda Walker.
Get your evening started off right at Chickie Wah Wah on Canal....they have musical legend Spencer Bohren for an early show at 7:00 pm...and I'm sure there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
Keep out the heat and spend some time on the Avenue at The Columns....There's gonna be David Doucet from BeauSoleil fame and while you're enjoying the sounds have a refreshing adult beverage and this will surely start your evening off right!
If you're headed to the Quarter go down to hear another amazing early show with Bob French and the Original Tuxedo Band at Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse show starts around 8:00 pm...with NO COVER!
BJ's Lounge (4301 Burgundy) has a special show tonight at 9:00 pm with King James and the Special Man...If you've never headed down to BJ's you gotta do it...and if they're serving those yummy burritos you have to get one...they are yummy!!!!
If you're lookin' for some bluegrass music tonight you don't have to go too far to find it....Check out the Hi Ho Lounge on St. Claude and the Bluegrass Pickin' Party at 8:00 pm...there's no cover and FREE red beans at this show too!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat early for this great line-up of music....Brett Richardson at 4:00 pm, Dominic Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Jazz Vipers at 10:00 pm.....it's sure to be another smokin' Monday evening show.
Have a great Monday and stay cool...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire ....until tomorrow
Hope everyone had a fun Independence Day!
There's a fun triple header over at Maison (508 Frenchmen)...You got Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Review at 4:00 pm, The Sazerac Sunrise Jazz Band featuring Caroline Fourmy at 7:00 pm, and an Open Jam with Soul Project at 10:00 pm...now this sounds like a fun way to spend your Monday holiday!!
It's another HOT Monday, but there's a great breeze from the river today...so it's a good night to take a stroll along the River Road levee, and while you're there be sure to stop at the River Shack Tavern at 7:00 pm for some really GOOD red beans and rice, and the cool sounds of Amanda Walker.
Get your evening started off right at Chickie Wah Wah on Canal....they have musical legend Spencer Bohren for an early show at 7:00 pm...and I'm sure there's gonna be some yummy food too!!
Keep out the heat and spend some time on the Avenue at The Columns....There's gonna be David Doucet from BeauSoleil fame and while you're enjoying the sounds have a refreshing adult beverage and this will surely start your evening off right!
If you're headed to the Quarter go down to hear another amazing early show with Bob French and the Original Tuxedo Band at Irvin Mayfield's Jazz Playhouse show starts around 8:00 pm...with NO COVER!
BJ's Lounge (4301 Burgundy) has a special show tonight at 9:00 pm with King James and the Special Man...If you've never headed down to BJ's you gotta do it...and if they're serving those yummy burritos you have to get one...they are yummy!!!!
If you're lookin' for some bluegrass music tonight you don't have to go too far to find it....Check out the Hi Ho Lounge on St. Claude and the Bluegrass Pickin' Party at 8:00 pm...there's no cover and FREE red beans at this show too!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat early for this great line-up of music....Brett Richardson at 4:00 pm, Dominic Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Jazz Vipers at 10:00 pm.....it's sure to be another smokin' Monday evening show.
Have a great Monday and stay cool...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire ....until tomorrow
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Happy Fourth - Celebrate our Independence!!!
Happy Independence Day!!
I know there will be lots of backyard bbq's going on today, but after all the fun, food and fireworks...You need to go down and show your support for the Mother-in-Law Lounge, 1500 N. Claiborne, tonight. Betty Fox has decided to keep it going, so get on out there tonight. She's gonna have some amazing food and Guitar Lightnin' Lee!! Fun starts up about 9:00 pm...be there, or be square!!!
And before you hit the Lounge...head on down to the French Market to Dutch Alley for lots of Fourth of July Music!!!
Dumaine St. and Decatur
Brass Bands Performances
4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Navy Band Full Steam Brass Band
7:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Tremé Brass Band
DUTCH ALLEY PERFORMANCE PAVILION (behind Pop City, next to Montrel's Bistro):
Modern, Vintage and Trad Jazz Stage
4:00-5:30 P.M. Astral Project
6:00-7:30 p.m. Tom Hook Louisa Prima Tribute Band
8:00-8:45 p.m. Jazz, gospel and blues vocalist Sharon
Martin performs with a Trad jazz band
Washington Artillery Park (across from Jackson Square)
Pre-Fireworks patriotic music and much more
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM New Orleans Navy Ceremonial Band
And it's GO FOURTH ON THE RIVER with the big fireworks show!! Catch it anywhere up and down the river in the Quarter, or on the Westbank too...the explosives go off at 9:00 pm!!!
Head down early for the big concert at Spanish Plaza!!
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. The Bucktown All-Stars
4:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Treme Brass Band
6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Amanda Shaw & The Cute Guys
7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. The Mixed Nuts
It's also the big finale for the Mandeville Seafood Fest at Fontainebleau State Park!!
Lake Pontchartrain Stage
11:00 - 12:00 B4 Acoustic
12:15 - 1:45 Will Cullen Group
2:00 - 3:30 Blackened Blues Band
3:45 - 5:15 Christian Serpas and Ghost Town
5:30 - 7:00 Groovy 7
7:15 - 8:30 Soul Revival
Dew Drop Inn Stage
12:00 Mandeville Idol
2:00 - 3:30 Racing For Pink
3:45 - 5:15 In His Company
5:00 - 7:30 Sharon Schech and The Southern Stars
7:15 - 8:30 Bernie Cyrus and The Louisiana Allstars
And of course the Fireworks at 8:45 pm....Choreographed to music, the best place to enjoy
the fireworks show is in front of the main stage!!!
And of course if you need more music check out the WWOZ Livewire!! Have an amazing Fourth and celebrate our independence!!
Saturday, July 3, 2010
Pete Fountain and Fireworks!!
Good Morning Everybody,
It's 4th of July weekend...and there's lots of fun going on!
You should head on over to the Northshore for the 32nd Annual Mandeville Seafood Festival with food, music, carnival rides, fireworks and family fun at Fontainebleu State Park - Check out tonight's musical line-up!
Lake Pontchartrain Stage
5:00 - 5:45 Rick Samson
6:00 - 7:45 Blue Meanies
8:00 - 9:45 Four Unplugged
10:15 - 12:00 Chee Wheez
Dew Drop Stage
5:00 - 6:45 Soul Script
7:00 - 8:45 Abita Blues Band
9:00 - 10:30 The Rocky Denney Band
Don't forget to tell Pete Fountain happy birthday today at Rock 'N Bowl...The party gets started at 3:00 pm...with Uncle Pete and Friends. I'm not gonna miss this one!!!
If you're looking for fireworks you don't have to go far, and you don't have to wait until tomorrow....It's the Uncle Sam Jam in Lafreniere Park from 3:00 to 11:00 pm today! It's the Behlar Brothers at 3:00, Christian Serpas and Ghost Town at 5:00, New Orleans Concert Band at 7:00, and the Wiseguys at 9:30...and the big fireworks show at 9:00 pm...and it's FREE!!
And it's the St. Charles Parish Independence Day Celebration at the West Bank Bridge Park, 13825 River Road....Festivities start up at 6:15 with a military flyover...and you can catch the Wiseguys at 6:30 (they're everywhere!!) and the big fireworks show at starts at 9:00!!
And even more fireworks!! It's the Slidell Heritage Festival at Heritage Park today from 3:00 to 11:00 pm....There'll be music from John Conlee, the Chee Weez, Big Al and the Heavyweights and T'Cnaille...with another big fireworks show at 9:00 pm!!
Have a great Saturday...and if you're looking for some music tonight be sure to check out the WWOZ Livewire for all kind of good things going on!!
PS...AND GOOD NEWS!! THE MOTHER-IN-LOUNGE IS NOT CLOSING!!!! 4TH OF JULY FUNDRAISING EVENT TOMORROW EVENING!!!
It's 4th of July weekend...and there's lots of fun going on!
You should head on over to the Northshore for the 32nd Annual Mandeville Seafood Festival with food, music, carnival rides, fireworks and family fun at Fontainebleu State Park - Check out tonight's musical line-up!
Lake Pontchartrain Stage
5:00 - 5:45 Rick Samson
6:00 - 7:45 Blue Meanies
8:00 - 9:45 Four Unplugged
10:15 - 12:00 Chee Wheez
Dew Drop Stage
5:00 - 6:45 Soul Script
7:00 - 8:45 Abita Blues Band
9:00 - 10:30 The Rocky Denney Band
Don't forget to tell Pete Fountain happy birthday today at Rock 'N Bowl...The party gets started at 3:00 pm...with Uncle Pete and Friends. I'm not gonna miss this one!!!
If you're looking for fireworks you don't have to go far, and you don't have to wait until tomorrow....It's the Uncle Sam Jam in Lafreniere Park from 3:00 to 11:00 pm today! It's the Behlar Brothers at 3:00, Christian Serpas and Ghost Town at 5:00, New Orleans Concert Band at 7:00, and the Wiseguys at 9:30...and the big fireworks show at 9:00 pm...and it's FREE!!
And it's the St. Charles Parish Independence Day Celebration at the West Bank Bridge Park, 13825 River Road....Festivities start up at 6:15 with a military flyover...and you can catch the Wiseguys at 6:30 (they're everywhere!!) and the big fireworks show at starts at 9:00!!
And even more fireworks!! It's the Slidell Heritage Festival at Heritage Park today from 3:00 to 11:00 pm....There'll be music from John Conlee, the Chee Weez, Big Al and the Heavyweights and T'Cnaille...with another big fireworks show at 9:00 pm!!
Have a great Saturday...and if you're looking for some music tonight be sure to check out the WWOZ Livewire for all kind of good things going on!!
PS...AND GOOD NEWS!! THE MOTHER-IN-LOUNGE IS NOT CLOSING!!!! 4TH OF JULY FUNDRAISING EVENT TOMORROW EVENING!!!
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