Good Morning Everybody - lots of good stuff going on!!
Thursday Special Events
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle (3700 Orleans) about 5:00 pm in Mid-City - Taste some amazing wines. So, come sip, shop and pick up your favorite wine or liquor! You can also stop at Clever (right next door) for some happy hour specials after attending the free wine tasting. And be sure to stop by the Crescent City Farmer's Market (right outside the door) and patronize local Louisiana vendors with fresh veggies, seafood and more!!
Need a little art, culture and music? You gotta go to the show at the Ogden Southern Museum of Southern Art (925 Camp St.) -better known as Ogden after Hours. The concert starts up at 6:00 pm with Micah McKee. Singer/Songwriter Micah McKee is a New Orleans native that combines influences from many different avenues to form a unique sound that melds folk, rock and indie pop.! Be sure to head on over to the bar for this month's signature cocktail the - O'Margarita! Remember if you're a member of the Ogden you always get in free!
There's lots of fun going on over at Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) tonight! WWNO's SpeakEasy - FREE and open to everyone (18 and over!) Join WWNO's General Manager Paul Maassen as he talks about the role of culture in our community with American Routes host Nick Spitzer, New Orleans musician and NolaVie contributor Edward Anderson, and Where Y'Eat host Ian McNulty - tonight at 6!
Some More Thursday Night Music
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
A Fun Wednesday with Wine, A Benefit, Some Culture and Music!
Happy Wednesday!
Wine!
It's a Wednesday Wine Tasting over at Dijon (1379 Annunciation St.). Meet the winemaker and sample his awesome Napa Valley wines including Sauvignon Blanc, Rouge Blend, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah. These tasty wines are seductive, full-bodied on the palate and go well with a variety of foods, so come taste for yourself!
A Benefit!
People United for Armstrong Park cordially invite you to their 1st Annual Spring Soiree: SOWING SEEDS IN SACRED GROUNDS tonight from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at the Basin Street Station (501 Basin St.) - $50/patron ticket includes hors d'oeuvres, an open bar and a silent auction - With special performances by Bill Summers, Shaka Zulu, The Black Feather Mardi Gras Indians & More! Come out for a dazzling night of culture and community to help raise funds for Jazz in the Park and our range of cultural & economic development programs. See you there! RSVP: Karen (504) 233-8276 | karen@armstrongpark.org
Culture!
Experience an Evening of Cultural Indulgences at it's new location in the Jazz Club at the JW Marriott (614 Canal Street) from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tonight's event features new works by local artist Ember Soberman- plus entertainment by guitarist Javier Gutierrez, a spirit tasting with complimentary hors d’oeuvres....Make a purchase of $1,000 or more by Artist tonight and the JW Marriott will give you a 1 night complimentary stay in the Presidential Bi-Level Suite a $1,500 value!! (Parking is available at a special event Rate of $5 on Common Street)
Music!
Head on over to Frenchmen Street for a double header of music at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) - They've got an early show with the The Tin Men at 7:00 pm, and be sure to stay on for Walter "Wolfman" Washington and The Roadmasters at 10:00 pm - there's a $5 cover, but you know the Wolfman is worth it!
Have fun in Mid-City when you head on over to Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) for some happy hour drinks and stay on for Tom McDermott with Arsene DeLay at 7:00 pm. And at 9:30 p.m. Cary Hudson will be joined by Lisa Mills!!! Come get a sammich for lunch or early dinner - kitchen closes about 9 tonight.
And there's more fun in Mid-City over at the Banks Street Bar (4401 Banks)! Tonight it's Wednesday night regular Major Bacon and as always they got some FREE BLTs - tonight at 10:00 pm...you can never get enough of the bacon and no cover!!
Looking for some dinner and then some music for dessert? Rock 'N Bowl (3016 S. Carrollton) can help you out! Get an entree' over at Ye Olde College Inn and then get a half price ticket to the show right next door at Rock N' Bowl....Tonight - it's the swingin' sounds of Swing-A-Roux at 8:30 pm!!
Have a wonderful Wednesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Wine!
It's a Wednesday Wine Tasting over at Dijon (1379 Annunciation St.). Meet the winemaker and sample his awesome Napa Valley wines including Sauvignon Blanc, Rouge Blend, Zinfandel and Petite Sirah. These tasty wines are seductive, full-bodied on the palate and go well with a variety of foods, so come taste for yourself!
A Benefit!
People United for Armstrong Park cordially invite you to their 1st Annual Spring Soiree: SOWING SEEDS IN SACRED GROUNDS tonight from 6:00 to 9:00 pm at the Basin Street Station (501 Basin St.) - $50/patron ticket includes hors d'oeuvres, an open bar and a silent auction - With special performances by Bill Summers, Shaka Zulu, The Black Feather Mardi Gras Indians & More! Come out for a dazzling night of culture and community to help raise funds for Jazz in the Park and our range of cultural & economic development programs. See you there! RSVP: Karen (504) 233-8276 | karen@armstrongpark.org
Culture!
Experience an Evening of Cultural Indulgences at it's new location in the Jazz Club at the JW Marriott (614 Canal Street) from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tonight's event features new works by local artist Ember Soberman- plus entertainment by guitarist Javier Gutierrez, a spirit tasting with complimentary hors d’oeuvres....Make a purchase of $1,000 or more by Artist tonight and the JW Marriott will give you a 1 night complimentary stay in the Presidential Bi-Level Suite a $1,500 value!! (Parking is available at a special event Rate of $5 on Common Street)
Music!
Head on over to Frenchmen Street for a double header of music at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) - They've got an early show with the The Tin Men at 7:00 pm, and be sure to stay on for Walter "Wolfman" Washington and The Roadmasters at 10:00 pm - there's a $5 cover, but you know the Wolfman is worth it!
Have fun in Mid-City when you head on over to Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) for some happy hour drinks and stay on for Tom McDermott with Arsene DeLay at 7:00 pm. And at 9:30 p.m. Cary Hudson will be joined by Lisa Mills!!! Come get a sammich for lunch or early dinner - kitchen closes about 9 tonight.
And there's more fun in Mid-City over at the Banks Street Bar (4401 Banks)! Tonight it's Wednesday night regular Major Bacon and as always they got some FREE BLTs - tonight at 10:00 pm...you can never get enough of the bacon and no cover!!
Looking for some dinner and then some music for dessert? Rock 'N Bowl (3016 S. Carrollton) can help you out! Get an entree' over at Ye Olde College Inn and then get a half price ticket to the show right next door at Rock N' Bowl....Tonight - it's the swingin' sounds of Swing-A-Roux at 8:30 pm!!
Have a wonderful Wednesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Happy Tuesday w/Sunshine, Veggies, A Movie and Lots of Music!
Hooray for the sun and a beautiful Tuesday!
Farmer's Market!
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 am to 1:00 pm for the freshest veggies, fruits and seafood. Today for the Green Plate Special Chef Lisa Barbato will be there to preview her soon to open café, Rivista. Look for it on Magazine Street in March. Until then, enjoy Lisa's themed lunches all month long! This week, Lisa is taking us on a taste adventure through Mexico this week! For a hot soup, give some Posole a try, or grab a bowl of vegan tortilla soup to go. She will also feature Yucca salad with cabbage slaw, and green chicken enchiladas. For dessert, tres leches cake is perfectly sweet and utterly delightful.....yum!
And if you want more fresh veggies head on over to the Hollygrove Market. You can go by their location at 8301 Olive Street between Noon and 6:00 pm. They also have home delivery if you can't make it to the Market - Click here to find out how - http://www.hollygrovemarket.com/content/5669
In the "Box" today!
-Sweet Potatoes (Pointe Coupee Growers Co-op, Pointe Coupee Parish)
-Naturally Grown Blood Oranges (Isabelle’s Orange Orchard, Lower Coast Algiers, NOLA)
-Brussel Sprouts (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Beets (Fekete Farms/Monica’s Okra World)
-Naturally Grown LA Sweet Oranges or Sour Kumquats (Haynie’s Farm)
-Green Onions (Fekete Farm, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Kale or Purple Cabbage (Fekete Farms/Pointe Coupee Growers Co-op)
-Chard or Red Mustards (Fekete Farms/Pointe Coupee/Monica’s Okra World)
-Naturally Grown Navel Oranges (Isabelle’s Orange/Robert Martin)
-Collards (Fekete Farms/Pointe Coupee Growers)
-White Button Mushrooms or Organic Pecans (Red Hill Mushroom/Inglewood Farm)
Musical Movie Fun!
"Musically Speaking:" free screening of My First Name is Maceo by Markus Gruber tonight at the Antenna Gallery (3718 St. Claude Ave.) at 7:00 pm - MY FIRST NAME IS MACEO by Markus Gruber. One of the key sonic architects of funk, legendary saxophonist Maceo Parker first gained fame for his 1960s – early 1970s work with James Brown, whose impassioned shouts for a sax solo (“Maceo! Blow your horn!”) would make Parker the Godfather of Soul’s most famous sideman. After leaving James Brown, Parker joined Parliament-Funkadelic, becoming an integral part of the sound of hundreds of P-Funk recordings and concerts in the mid-late 1970s, under the helm of George Clinton and Bootsy Collins. Parker, who most recently has toured with Prince’s band, will be playing locallyl at Tipitina’s on February 28, two days after the screening of this documentary.
MUSICALLY SPEAKING is a series of music-themed movie and documentary screenings, curated/hosted by DJ Soul Sister, and co-presented by Press Street, Charitable Film Network, WWOZ FM, and the N.O. African American Museum. Free admission and refreshments. Contact info@press-street.com
Good Music Tonight!
More fun on St. Claude Avenue! Tonight it's the Hi-Ho Songwriter Gumbo at the Hi-Ho Lounge (2239 St. Claude). Enjoy this community singer/songwriter showcase - more than an open mic, this weekly Tuesday event will provide a forum for songwriters to share their work and create community and opportunity for themselves and their peers. Each performer will have time for 3 songs and hopefully the evening will conclude with some jamming and collaboration. Tonight features Ashley Beach and Skogan. The show starts at 9:00 pm. Come play or just enjoy! Support you local Singer/Songwriter Scene!
There's a great musical evening on the Avenue at the The Columns (3811 St. Charles Ave.) at 8:00 p.m. tonight! Have a fancy cocktail and listen to the guitar sounds of John Rankin and Ray Moore.
Head on over to Mid-City and to Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) for the bluesy, gospel and R&B sounds of Seth Walker at 8:00 pm!!
There's some fun on Frenchmen tonight too over at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) with the The Treme Brass Band at 10:00 pm - there's a $5 cover for the show - but you know you don't want to miss it!
Right down the street the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) has a triple header with no cover - Andy Forest at 4:00 pm, Meschiya Lake & The Little Big Horns at 6:00 pm, and top off the evening with the Aurora and the Royal Roses at 10:00 pm!
It's a fun night over at the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...with the REBIRTH Brass Band - they come on around 10:30ish - there's a cover, but you'll be glad you paid and stayed up late!!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Farmer's Market!
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 am to 1:00 pm for the freshest veggies, fruits and seafood. Today for the Green Plate Special Chef Lisa Barbato will be there to preview her soon to open café, Rivista. Look for it on Magazine Street in March. Until then, enjoy Lisa's themed lunches all month long! This week, Lisa is taking us on a taste adventure through Mexico this week! For a hot soup, give some Posole a try, or grab a bowl of vegan tortilla soup to go. She will also feature Yucca salad with cabbage slaw, and green chicken enchiladas. For dessert, tres leches cake is perfectly sweet and utterly delightful.....yum!
And if you want more fresh veggies head on over to the Hollygrove Market. You can go by their location at 8301 Olive Street between Noon and 6:00 pm. They also have home delivery if you can't make it to the Market - Click here to find out how - http://www.hollygrovemarket.com/content/5669
In the "Box" today!
-Sweet Potatoes (Pointe Coupee Growers Co-op, Pointe Coupee Parish)
-Naturally Grown Blood Oranges (Isabelle’s Orange Orchard, Lower Coast Algiers, NOLA)
-Brussel Sprouts (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Beets (Fekete Farms/Monica’s Okra World)
-Naturally Grown LA Sweet Oranges or Sour Kumquats (Haynie’s Farm)
-Green Onions (Fekete Farm, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Kale or Purple Cabbage (Fekete Farms/Pointe Coupee Growers Co-op)
-Chard or Red Mustards (Fekete Farms/Pointe Coupee/Monica’s Okra World)
-Naturally Grown Navel Oranges (Isabelle’s Orange/Robert Martin)
-Collards (Fekete Farms/Pointe Coupee Growers)
-White Button Mushrooms or Organic Pecans (Red Hill Mushroom/Inglewood Farm)
Musical Movie Fun!
"Musically Speaking:" free screening of My First Name is Maceo by Markus Gruber tonight at the Antenna Gallery (3718 St. Claude Ave.) at 7:00 pm - MY FIRST NAME IS MACEO by Markus Gruber. One of the key sonic architects of funk, legendary saxophonist Maceo Parker first gained fame for his 1960s – early 1970s work with James Brown, whose impassioned shouts for a sax solo (“Maceo! Blow your horn!”) would make Parker the Godfather of Soul’s most famous sideman. After leaving James Brown, Parker joined Parliament-Funkadelic, becoming an integral part of the sound of hundreds of P-Funk recordings and concerts in the mid-late 1970s, under the helm of George Clinton and Bootsy Collins. Parker, who most recently has toured with Prince’s band, will be playing locallyl at Tipitina’s on February 28, two days after the screening of this documentary.
MUSICALLY SPEAKING is a series of music-themed movie and documentary screenings, curated/hosted by DJ Soul Sister, and co-presented by Press Street, Charitable Film Network, WWOZ FM, and the N.O. African American Museum. Free admission and refreshments. Contact info@press-street.com
Good Music Tonight!
More fun on St. Claude Avenue! Tonight it's the Hi-Ho Songwriter Gumbo at the Hi-Ho Lounge (2239 St. Claude). Enjoy this community singer/songwriter showcase - more than an open mic, this weekly Tuesday event will provide a forum for songwriters to share their work and create community and opportunity for themselves and their peers. Each performer will have time for 3 songs and hopefully the evening will conclude with some jamming and collaboration. Tonight features Ashley Beach and Skogan. The show starts at 9:00 pm. Come play or just enjoy! Support you local Singer/Songwriter Scene!
There's a great musical evening on the Avenue at the The Columns (3811 St. Charles Ave.) at 8:00 p.m. tonight! Have a fancy cocktail and listen to the guitar sounds of John Rankin and Ray Moore.
Head on over to Mid-City and to Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) for the bluesy, gospel and R&B sounds of Seth Walker at 8:00 pm!!
There's some fun on Frenchmen tonight too over at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) with the The Treme Brass Band at 10:00 pm - there's a $5 cover for the show - but you know you don't want to miss it!
Right down the street the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) has a triple header with no cover - Andy Forest at 4:00 pm, Meschiya Lake & The Little Big Horns at 6:00 pm, and top off the evening with the Aurora and the Royal Roses at 10:00 pm!
It's a fun night over at the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...with the REBIRTH Brass Band - they come on around 10:30ish - there's a cover, but you'll be glad you paid and stayed up late!!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Monday, February 25, 2013
Happy Monday!
It's a little gloomy outside, but some good music will get you going!
Monday Night Music!
Head on Uptown and enjoy some cocktails over at the Columns Hotel (3811 St. Charles)....Tonight David Doucet of BeauSoleil fame performs at 8:00 pm!
There's good times in Mid-City over at Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal). They've got an amazing Monday night show with piano man Jon Cleary at 8:00 pm and come hungry the kitchen is open with good food from the Sammich!
Lots of fun around Frenchmen Street!
Glen David Andrews is at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) for his Monday gig at 10:00 pm! So come on out and say hello, and enjoy the music!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) early for this great line-up of music...Sarah McCoy and the Oopsie Daisies at 4:00 pm, Dominick 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!
And stop into Snug Harbor (626 Frenchmen) for one of the longest running performers in NOLA - It's Monday night with the Charmaine Neville Band at 8:00 pm - Yes, there's a cover, but Charmaine is worth every penny! While you're there get a Monsoon (watch out their dangerous) and one of the best burgers in town!
To top off you're evening....you gotta go Uptown and over to the Maple Leaf (8316 Oak) for Papa Grows Funk at 10:00 pm - they'll get your Monday night funked up -remember there's a cover - but it's worth it!!!
Have a great one...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar...until tomorrow!
www.gratisnola.com
Monday Night Music!
Head on Uptown and enjoy some cocktails over at the Columns Hotel (3811 St. Charles)....Tonight David Doucet of BeauSoleil fame performs at 8:00 pm!
There's good times in Mid-City over at Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal). They've got an amazing Monday night show with piano man Jon Cleary at 8:00 pm and come hungry the kitchen is open with good food from the Sammich!
Lots of fun around Frenchmen Street!
Glen David Andrews is at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) for his Monday gig at 10:00 pm! So come on out and say hello, and enjoy the music!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) early for this great line-up of music...Sarah McCoy and the Oopsie Daisies at 4:00 pm, Dominick 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!
And stop into Snug Harbor (626 Frenchmen) for one of the longest running performers in NOLA - It's Monday night with the Charmaine Neville Band at 8:00 pm - Yes, there's a cover, but Charmaine is worth every penny! While you're there get a Monsoon (watch out their dangerous) and one of the best burgers in town!
To top off you're evening....you gotta go Uptown and over to the Maple Leaf (8316 Oak) for Papa Grows Funk at 10:00 pm - they'll get your Monday night funked up -remember there's a cover - but it's worth it!!!
Have a great one...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar...until tomorrow!
www.gratisnola.com
Friday, February 22, 2013
Happy Weekend with Wine, Racing, Art, Movies and Oscars!
Happy Weekend!!
Friday Fun!
Wine Tastings!
Hooray for wine! It's the weekly wine tasting over at Cork & Bottle (Orleans at Moss St.) - from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Come out and sample some fantastic wines with all tasting wines 10% off!
Double your wine tasting pleasure in Mid-City! Check out Swirl located on Ponce de Leon right off Esplanade and enjoy a FREE wine tasting at 6:00 pm.
And if you're Uptown head on over to Martin's Wine Cellar (3500 Magazine)....They'll be serving up some lovely wines from 4:30 to 6:30 pm!
Music and Horses!
Starlight Racing at the New Orleans Fairgrounds (1751 Gentilly Blvd.) - Groove on down to the sounds of the Groovy 7 and DJ Live! Gates open at 4:00 pm and the first post is at 5 p.m. The live bands take to the Clubhouse stage at 7 p.m., while the DJs in the Miller Lite Beer Garden spin nonstop until after the last race, about 9 p.m.
Admission and Parking:
*General Admission to Fair Grounds for Starlight Racing is $5.
*Admission to the Clubhouse or the Miller Lite Beer Garden is an additional $10.
Saturday Fun!
Movies!
If you haven't seen all the Oscar nominated films head on over to the AMC Theaters Best Picture Showcase at the Elmwood Theatre in Harahan. The theatre is having a marathon screening of all nine films nominated this year! The movies crank up at 10:00 am on Saturday and tickets are $40.00.
Art!
Michalopoulos Gallery Opening (617 Bienville) Saturday, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. In celebration of "HEART SONG", the original James Michalopoulos painting used for the Official 2013 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival poster. "Heart Song" captures Aaron Neville's two great inspirations -- New Orleans and spirituality - in this uplifting masterpiece. The exhibit will also feature studies and paintings used to create Michalopoulos' other Jazz Festival posters. James Michalopoulos will be in attendance.
A Ball!
2nd Annual Mad Scientist Ball: "Artwork, Absinthe & Alchemy" Collective World Art Community - Saturday from 8:00 until Midnight at The Big Top (1638 Clio Street). The event kicks off with a special mixology demonstration by one of New Orleans' very talented spirit handlers who will guide a group of aspiring alchemists as they create and sample a variety of specialty cocktails using chemistry sets provided by Collective World. Bring your own lab coat and don't forget your brass goggles!
*Entertainment will be provided by our DJ, Bats in the Belfry and feature live performances by Sundog along with a costume contest for the best green fairy, the maddest scientist and the sexiest lab mouse. There will be a raffle and a silent auction with many great pieces of artwork, crafts, beautiful jewelry, handmade fashion accessories, dining certificates, hotels, gift cards, tickets for events and attractions and many other fabulous items contributed by artists and local businesses.
*The proceeds from this event will benefit our project of bringing Giants in the City to the New Orleans Botanical Garden this fall.
*Tickets to are $10 at the door and $8 in advance for general admission plus an additional $15 at the door or $10 in advance to attend the mixology demonstration. For more info: www.collectiveworldartcommunity.com
Sunday Fun!
St. Paddy's Day!
Start celebrating St. Patrick's Day a little early with The Downtown Irish Club Practice Parade!! It's Sunday from Noon to 5:00 pm at Markey's Bar (640 Louisa St.)...There's gonna be live music by The Mustard Brothers with Peeches, yummy food provided by Markey's Bar w/corn beef and cabbage added to the already great menu with raffle prizes every hour!! Erin go braugh!
Oscar Viewing Parties!!
Oscar Experience New Orleans - The Theatres at Canal Place. The American Red Cross of Southeast Louisiana teams with The Theater and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences to host Oscar Experience New Orleans at 6:30 pm. The City's only officially sanctioned Oscar viewing party. Since it's official you'll have to shell out the big bucks though (but hey, it's going to charity - right!) Tickets are $100, or $175 per couple. The evening includes cocktails and food. For more info click on: www.redcross.org/la/new-orleans
For more Oscar fun head on over to the Prytania Theatre Oscars Viewing Party - The local theater (5339 Prytania) rolls out the red carpet for an unofficial Oscar viewing party co-hosted this year by the New Orleans Film Society - doors open at 6:00 pm and the viewing starts up at 7:00 pm. The evening includes an Oscar trivia contest, a costume contest where attendees are invited to dress as a character from their favorite film! Tickets are $25 (and $20 for NOFS members).
Alrighty, well that should keep you busy this today and tomorrow...If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!!
www.gratisnola.com
Friday Fun!
Wine Tastings!
Hooray for wine! It's the weekly wine tasting over at Cork & Bottle (Orleans at Moss St.) - from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Come out and sample some fantastic wines with all tasting wines 10% off!
Double your wine tasting pleasure in Mid-City! Check out Swirl located on Ponce de Leon right off Esplanade and enjoy a FREE wine tasting at 6:00 pm.
And if you're Uptown head on over to Martin's Wine Cellar (3500 Magazine)....They'll be serving up some lovely wines from 4:30 to 6:30 pm!
Music and Horses!
Starlight Racing at the New Orleans Fairgrounds (1751 Gentilly Blvd.) - Groove on down to the sounds of the Groovy 7 and DJ Live! Gates open at 4:00 pm and the first post is at 5 p.m. The live bands take to the Clubhouse stage at 7 p.m., while the DJs in the Miller Lite Beer Garden spin nonstop until after the last race, about 9 p.m.
Admission and Parking:
*General Admission to Fair Grounds for Starlight Racing is $5.
*Admission to the Clubhouse or the Miller Lite Beer Garden is an additional $10.
Saturday Fun!
Movies!
If you haven't seen all the Oscar nominated films head on over to the AMC Theaters Best Picture Showcase at the Elmwood Theatre in Harahan. The theatre is having a marathon screening of all nine films nominated this year! The movies crank up at 10:00 am on Saturday and tickets are $40.00.
Art!
Michalopoulos Gallery Opening (617 Bienville) Saturday, from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. In celebration of "HEART SONG", the original James Michalopoulos painting used for the Official 2013 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival poster. "Heart Song" captures Aaron Neville's two great inspirations -- New Orleans and spirituality - in this uplifting masterpiece. The exhibit will also feature studies and paintings used to create Michalopoulos' other Jazz Festival posters. James Michalopoulos will be in attendance.
A Ball!
2nd Annual Mad Scientist Ball: "Artwork, Absinthe & Alchemy" Collective World Art Community - Saturday from 8:00 until Midnight at The Big Top (1638 Clio Street). The event kicks off with a special mixology demonstration by one of New Orleans' very talented spirit handlers who will guide a group of aspiring alchemists as they create and sample a variety of specialty cocktails using chemistry sets provided by Collective World. Bring your own lab coat and don't forget your brass goggles!
*Entertainment will be provided by our DJ, Bats in the Belfry and feature live performances by Sundog along with a costume contest for the best green fairy, the maddest scientist and the sexiest lab mouse. There will be a raffle and a silent auction with many great pieces of artwork, crafts, beautiful jewelry, handmade fashion accessories, dining certificates, hotels, gift cards, tickets for events and attractions and many other fabulous items contributed by artists and local businesses.
*The proceeds from this event will benefit our project of bringing Giants in the City to the New Orleans Botanical Garden this fall.
*Tickets to are $10 at the door and $8 in advance for general admission plus an additional $15 at the door or $10 in advance to attend the mixology demonstration. For more info: www.collectiveworldartcommunity.com
Sunday Fun!
St. Paddy's Day!
Start celebrating St. Patrick's Day a little early with The Downtown Irish Club Practice Parade!! It's Sunday from Noon to 5:00 pm at Markey's Bar (640 Louisa St.)...There's gonna be live music by The Mustard Brothers with Peeches, yummy food provided by Markey's Bar w/corn beef and cabbage added to the already great menu with raffle prizes every hour!! Erin go braugh!
Oscar Viewing Parties!!
Oscar Experience New Orleans - The Theatres at Canal Place. The American Red Cross of Southeast Louisiana teams with The Theater and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences to host Oscar Experience New Orleans at 6:30 pm. The City's only officially sanctioned Oscar viewing party. Since it's official you'll have to shell out the big bucks though (but hey, it's going to charity - right!) Tickets are $100, or $175 per couple. The evening includes cocktails and food. For more info click on: www.redcross.org/la/new-orleans
For more Oscar fun head on over to the Prytania Theatre Oscars Viewing Party - The local theater (5339 Prytania) rolls out the red carpet for an unofficial Oscar viewing party co-hosted this year by the New Orleans Film Society - doors open at 6:00 pm and the viewing starts up at 7:00 pm. The evening includes an Oscar trivia contest, a costume contest where attendees are invited to dress as a character from their favorite film! Tickets are $25 (and $20 for NOFS members).
Alrighty, well that should keep you busy this today and tomorrow...If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!!
www.gratisnola.com
Thursday, February 21, 2013
TGIT with Vino, Chris Thomas King and More!
Good Morning Everybody - lots of good stuff going on!!
Thursday Events
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle (3700 Orleans) about 5:00 pm in Mid-City - Taste some amazing wines. So, come sip, shop and pick up your favorite wine or liquor! You can also stop at Clever (right next door) for some happy hour specials after attending the free wine tasting. And be sure to stop by the Crescent City Farmer's Market (right outside the door) and patronize local Louisiana vendors with fresh veggies, seafood and more!!
Need a little art, culture and music? You gotta go to the show at the Ogden Southern Museum of Southern Art (925 Camp St.) -better known as Ogden after Hours. The concert starts up at 6:00 pm with Chris Thomas King. King started his own independent production company and record label, 21st Century Blues. Soon after he found success as a film composer and actor. Winning three Grammy Awards by 2003 and several Country music CMA awards. He has developed a singular sound and style that transcends his blues roots from his years of performing before loyal fans at packed clubs, major festivals, theaters and juke joints. As an actor King has a role in the HBO series "Treme" and starred in the movie "O Brother Where Art Thou"! Be sure to head on over to the bar for this month's signature cocktail the - O'Margarita! Remember if you're a member of the Ogden you always get in free!
Some More Thursday Night Music
Thursday Events
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle (3700 Orleans) about 5:00 pm in Mid-City - Taste some amazing wines. So, come sip, shop and pick up your favorite wine or liquor! You can also stop at Clever (right next door) for some happy hour specials after attending the free wine tasting. And be sure to stop by the Crescent City Farmer's Market (right outside the door) and patronize local Louisiana vendors with fresh veggies, seafood and more!!
Need a little art, culture and music? You gotta go to the show at the Ogden Southern Museum of Southern Art (925 Camp St.) -better known as Ogden after Hours. The concert starts up at 6:00 pm with Chris Thomas King. King started his own independent production company and record label, 21st Century Blues. Soon after he found success as a film composer and actor. Winning three Grammy Awards by 2003 and several Country music CMA awards. He has developed a singular sound and style that transcends his blues roots from his years of performing before loyal fans at packed clubs, major festivals, theaters and juke joints. As an actor King has a role in the HBO series "Treme" and starred in the movie "O Brother Where Art Thou"! Be sure to head on over to the bar for this month's signature cocktail the - O'Margarita! Remember if you're a member of the Ogden you always get in free!
Some More Thursday Night Music
Wednesday, February 20, 2013
Happy Healthy Hump Day with a Night of Health, Culture & Music!
Happy Hump Day Everybody!
Get Healthy!
Get your post Mardi Gras resolution a little kick with A Night of Health + Wellness at Pure Barre (701 Metairie Rd.) from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. It's the 1st Annual Health + Wellness Night in Old Metairie Village! The businesses in the community have joined forces to share with you our passion of health, lifestyle & wellness with everyone! Pop in to all participating businesses on this night and get a stamp on your healthy passport for a chance to win a big prize from all participating businesses, valued at over $500.
PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES:
Edward Jones Investment - Complimentary retirement plan or portfolio review
TCBY - BOGO- Buy one item, get one 50% off
Keith Noonan Salon
Orthopedic & Sports Therapy of Metairie- Free orthopedic evaluation & giveaways!
Massage Envy- Free Aroma Therapy or Sugar Foot Scrub enhancement to next session.
SNAP boutique
Bella Bella - Special discount
Pure Barre - 20% off select packages, will have wine/snacks.
Culture!
Experience an Evening of Cultural Indulgences at it's new location in the Jazz Club at the JW Marriott (614 Canal Street) from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tonight's event features new works by local artist Debra Clark- plus the Brazilian sounds of Ricardo Crespo, a spirit tasting with complimentary hors d’oeuvres....Make a purchase of $1,000 or more by Artist tonight and the JW Marriott will give you a 1 night complimentary stay in the Presidential Bi-Level Suite a $1,500 value!! (Parking is available at a special event Rate of $5 on Common Street)
Tonight is Chanson d’amour with Bon Operatit at the Four Points Sheraton (541 Bourbon)in the Puccini Bar from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Join Opera on Tap for some love music at the Four Points Sheraton tonight. They'll be singing some of your favorite opera pieces plus a some of your favorite tunes to get you in the mood. So bring your friends and family to the Four Points Sheraton. Four Points Sheraton has a special valet parking rate of $5 during the concert when you mention the event.
Music!
Head on over to Frenchmen Street for a double header of music at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) - They've got an early show with the The Tin Men at 7:00 pm, and be sure to stay on for Walter "Wolfman" Washington at 10:00 pm - there's a $5 cover, but you know the Wolfman is worth it!
Have fun in Mid-City when you head on over to Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) for some happy hour drinks and stay on for Tom McDermott with Meschiya Lake at 7:00 - it's a great evening of music!
And there's more fun in Mid-City over at the Banks Street Bar (4401 Banks)! Tonight it's Wednesday night regular Major Bacon and as always they got some FREE BLTs - tonight at 10:00 pm...you can never get enough of the bacon and no cover!!
Looking for some dinner and then some music for dessert? Rock 'N Bowl (3016 S. Carrollton) can help you out! Get an entree' over at Ye Olde College Inn and then get a half price ticket to the show right next door at Rock N' Bowl....Tonight - it's the piano rockin' sounds of the Joe Krown at 8:30 pm!!
Have a wonderful Wednesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Get Healthy!
Get your post Mardi Gras resolution a little kick with A Night of Health + Wellness at Pure Barre (701 Metairie Rd.) from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm. It's the 1st Annual Health + Wellness Night in Old Metairie Village! The businesses in the community have joined forces to share with you our passion of health, lifestyle & wellness with everyone! Pop in to all participating businesses on this night and get a stamp on your healthy passport for a chance to win a big prize from all participating businesses, valued at over $500.
PARTICIPATING BUSINESSES:
Edward Jones Investment - Complimentary retirement plan or portfolio review
TCBY - BOGO- Buy one item, get one 50% off
Keith Noonan Salon
Orthopedic & Sports Therapy of Metairie- Free orthopedic evaluation & giveaways!
Massage Envy- Free Aroma Therapy or Sugar Foot Scrub enhancement to next session.
SNAP boutique
Bella Bella - Special discount
Pure Barre - 20% off select packages, will have wine/snacks.
Culture!
Experience an Evening of Cultural Indulgences at it's new location in the Jazz Club at the JW Marriott (614 Canal Street) from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tonight's event features new works by local artist Debra Clark- plus the Brazilian sounds of Ricardo Crespo, a spirit tasting with complimentary hors d’oeuvres....Make a purchase of $1,000 or more by Artist tonight and the JW Marriott will give you a 1 night complimentary stay in the Presidential Bi-Level Suite a $1,500 value!! (Parking is available at a special event Rate of $5 on Common Street)
Tonight is Chanson d’amour with Bon Operatit at the Four Points Sheraton (541 Bourbon)in the Puccini Bar from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. Join Opera on Tap for some love music at the Four Points Sheraton tonight. They'll be singing some of your favorite opera pieces plus a some of your favorite tunes to get you in the mood. So bring your friends and family to the Four Points Sheraton. Four Points Sheraton has a special valet parking rate of $5 during the concert when you mention the event.
Music!
Head on over to Frenchmen Street for a double header of music at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) - They've got an early show with the The Tin Men at 7:00 pm, and be sure to stay on for Walter "Wolfman" Washington at 10:00 pm - there's a $5 cover, but you know the Wolfman is worth it!
Have fun in Mid-City when you head on over to Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) for some happy hour drinks and stay on for Tom McDermott with Meschiya Lake at 7:00 - it's a great evening of music!
And there's more fun in Mid-City over at the Banks Street Bar (4401 Banks)! Tonight it's Wednesday night regular Major Bacon and as always they got some FREE BLTs - tonight at 10:00 pm...you can never get enough of the bacon and no cover!!
Looking for some dinner and then some music for dessert? Rock 'N Bowl (3016 S. Carrollton) can help you out! Get an entree' over at Ye Olde College Inn and then get a half price ticket to the show right next door at Rock N' Bowl....Tonight - it's the piano rockin' sounds of the Joe Krown at 8:30 pm!!
Have a wonderful Wednesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Tuesday, February 19, 2013
Fun On Tuesday w/Veggies, A Musical St. Claude Avenue and More!
Happy Tuesday!
Farmer's Market!
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 am to 1:00 pm for the freshest veggies, fruits and seafood. Today for the Green Plate Special Chef Lisa Barbato will be there the whole month of February to preview her soon to open café, Rivista. Look for it on Magazine Street in March. Until then, enjoy Lisa's themed lunches all month long! This week, Lisa is taking us on a trip to Italy. Look for everything from minestrone and octopus & potato salad to braised pork belly with beans & kale, as well as her very own take on tiramisu, Strawberrisu!....yum!
And if you want more fresh veggies head on over to the Hollygrove Market. You can go by their location at 8301 Olive Street between Noon and 6:00 pm. They also have home delivery if you can't make it to the Market - Click here to find out how - http://www.hollygrovemarket.com/content/5669
In the "Box" today!
-LA Sweet Oranges (Robert Martin / A& K Citrus)
-Grapefruit (Robert Martin / A& K Citrus)
-Brussel Sprouts (Fekete Farm, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Blood Oranges (Schwarz Citrus, Braithwaite, LA)
-Carrots (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Cabbage (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Creole Onions (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Tomatoes or Salad Mix (Tomott's/2 Acre Farm)
-Haikurei Turnips (Monica’s Okra World, Garyville, LA)
-Kale/ Chard (Macon Fry/Fekete Farms)
-Mustard Greens (Monica's Okra World, Garyville, LA)
-Micro Greens (Good Food, Treme, NOLA)
Musical Movie Fun!
"Musically Speaking:" free screening of Listen Up!: The Lives of Quincy Jones tonight at the Antenna Gallery (3718 St. Claude Ave.) at 7:00 pm - This 1990 documentary pays tribute to the life and work of composer, musician and producer Quincy Jones. Highlights include interviews with celebrities - from Miles Davis, Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald to Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, and Barbra Streisand - who weigh in on Jones' widespread influence. From playing trumpet with Lionel Hampton, and then arranging for Duke Ellington and Count Basie in the '50s, to becoming the first African American record executive in America in 1964, to producing the best-selling album of all time, Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' (1982), Jones is one of the best-known and most respected men in the music industry.
MUSICALLY SPEAKING is a series of music-themed movie and documentary screenings, curated/hosted by DJ Soul Sister, and co-presented by Press Street, Charitable Film Network, WWOZ FM, and the N.O. African American Museum. Free admission and refreshments. Contact info@press-street.com
Good Music Tonight!
More fun on St. Claude Avenue! Tonight it's the Hi-Ho Songwriter Gumbo at the Hi-Ho Lounge (2239 St. Claude). Enjoy this new community singer/songwriter showcase - more than an open mic, this weekly Tuesday event will provide a forum for songwriters to share their work and create community and opportunity for themselves and their peers. Each performer will have time for 3 songs and hopefully the evening will conclude with some jamming and collaboration. Tonight features Adam Dietz and Blanche Ellis as the guests of the evening and we are delighted to have them. The show starts at 8:030 p.m. and Sign up is at 8:00. Come play or just enjoy! Support you local Singer/Songwriter Scene!
There's a great musical evening on the Avenue at the The Columns (3811 St. Charles Ave.) at 8:00 p.m. tonight! Have a fancy cocktail and listen to the guitar sounds of John Rankin.
Head on over to Mid-City and to Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) for the bluesy, gospel and R&B sounds of Seth Walker at 8:00 pm!!
There's some fun on Frenchmen tonight too over at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) with the The Treme Brass Band at 10:00 pm - there's a $5 cover for the show - but you know you don't want to miss it!
Right down the street the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) has a triple header with no cover - Andy Forest at 4:00 pm, Meschiya Lake & The Little Big Horns at 6:00 pm, and top off the evening with the Aurora and the Royal Roses at 10:00 pm!
It's a full night over at the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...with and early show with the 101 Drummers featuring Lionel Batiste, Jr. at 8:00 pm and hang out for the REBIRTH Brass Band they come on around 10:30ish - there's a cover, but you'll be glad you paid and stayed up late!!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Farmer's Market!
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 am to 1:00 pm for the freshest veggies, fruits and seafood. Today for the Green Plate Special Chef Lisa Barbato will be there the whole month of February to preview her soon to open café, Rivista. Look for it on Magazine Street in March. Until then, enjoy Lisa's themed lunches all month long! This week, Lisa is taking us on a trip to Italy. Look for everything from minestrone and octopus & potato salad to braised pork belly with beans & kale, as well as her very own take on tiramisu, Strawberrisu!....yum!
And if you want more fresh veggies head on over to the Hollygrove Market. You can go by their location at 8301 Olive Street between Noon and 6:00 pm. They also have home delivery if you can't make it to the Market - Click here to find out how - http://www.hollygrovemarket.com/content/5669
In the "Box" today!
-LA Sweet Oranges (Robert Martin / A& K Citrus)
-Grapefruit (Robert Martin / A& K Citrus)
-Brussel Sprouts (Fekete Farm, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Blood Oranges (Schwarz Citrus, Braithwaite, LA)
-Carrots (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Cabbage (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Creole Onions (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Tomatoes or Salad Mix (Tomott's/2 Acre Farm)
-Haikurei Turnips (Monica’s Okra World, Garyville, LA)
-Kale/ Chard (Macon Fry/Fekete Farms)
-Mustard Greens (Monica's Okra World, Garyville, LA)
-Micro Greens (Good Food, Treme, NOLA)
Musical Movie Fun!
"Musically Speaking:" free screening of Listen Up!: The Lives of Quincy Jones tonight at the Antenna Gallery (3718 St. Claude Ave.) at 7:00 pm - This 1990 documentary pays tribute to the life and work of composer, musician and producer Quincy Jones. Highlights include interviews with celebrities - from Miles Davis, Frank Sinatra and Ella Fitzgerald to Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, and Barbra Streisand - who weigh in on Jones' widespread influence. From playing trumpet with Lionel Hampton, and then arranging for Duke Ellington and Count Basie in the '50s, to becoming the first African American record executive in America in 1964, to producing the best-selling album of all time, Michael Jackson's 'Thriller' (1982), Jones is one of the best-known and most respected men in the music industry.
MUSICALLY SPEAKING is a series of music-themed movie and documentary screenings, curated/hosted by DJ Soul Sister, and co-presented by Press Street, Charitable Film Network, WWOZ FM, and the N.O. African American Museum. Free admission and refreshments. Contact info@press-street.com
Good Music Tonight!
More fun on St. Claude Avenue! Tonight it's the Hi-Ho Songwriter Gumbo at the Hi-Ho Lounge (2239 St. Claude). Enjoy this new community singer/songwriter showcase - more than an open mic, this weekly Tuesday event will provide a forum for songwriters to share their work and create community and opportunity for themselves and their peers. Each performer will have time for 3 songs and hopefully the evening will conclude with some jamming and collaboration. Tonight features Adam Dietz and Blanche Ellis as the guests of the evening and we are delighted to have them. The show starts at 8:030 p.m. and Sign up is at 8:00. Come play or just enjoy! Support you local Singer/Songwriter Scene!
There's a great musical evening on the Avenue at the The Columns (3811 St. Charles Ave.) at 8:00 p.m. tonight! Have a fancy cocktail and listen to the guitar sounds of John Rankin.
Head on over to Mid-City and to Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) for the bluesy, gospel and R&B sounds of Seth Walker at 8:00 pm!!
There's some fun on Frenchmen tonight too over at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) with the The Treme Brass Band at 10:00 pm - there's a $5 cover for the show - but you know you don't want to miss it!
Right down the street the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) has a triple header with no cover - Andy Forest at 4:00 pm, Meschiya Lake & The Little Big Horns at 6:00 pm, and top off the evening with the Aurora and the Royal Roses at 10:00 pm!
It's a full night over at the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...with and early show with the 101 Drummers featuring Lionel Batiste, Jr. at 8:00 pm and hang out for the REBIRTH Brass Band they come on around 10:30ish - there's a cover, but you'll be glad you paid and stayed up late!!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Monday, February 18, 2013
Happy Monday with the Wazozo Zorchestra and More!
Happy Monday!!
Special Event!
Special performance this evening from the WAZOZO ZORCHESTRA at BACCHANAL (600 Poland)from 7:30pm until 10:30pm. Don't miss this exciting evening of the French Chansons with Helen Gillet's WAZOZO ZORCHESTRA including these amazing musicians!!
Jon Gross, tuba
Doug Garrison, drums
Gregory Good, guitar
Daron Douglas, violin
Luke Brecthlesbauer, harp
Chris Kohl, clarinet
Helen Gillet, cello/voice/loop pedal
Monday Night Music!
Head on Uptown and enjoy some cocktails over at the Columns Hotel (3811 St. Charles)....Tonight David Doucet of BeauSoleil fame performs at 8:00 pm!
There's good times in Mid-City over at Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal). They've got an amazing Monday night show with piano man Jon Cleary at 8:00 pm and come hungry the kitchen is open with good food from the Sammich!
Lots of fun around Frenchmen Street!
Glen David Andrews is at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) for his Monday gig at 10:00 pm! So come on out and say hello, and enjoy the music!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) early for this great line-up of music...Sarah McCoy at 4:00 pm, Dominick Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Krisitna Morales & The Bayou Shufflers at 10:00 pm!
And stop into Snug Harbor (626 Frenchmen) for one of the longest running performers in NOLA - It's Monday night with the Charmaine Neville Band at 8:00 pm - Yes, there's a cover, but Charmaine is worth every penny! While you're there get a Monsoon (watch out their dangerous) and one of the best burgers in town!
To top off you're evening....you gotta go Uptown and over to the Maple Leaf (8316 Oak) for Papa Grows Funk at 10:00 pm - they'll get your Monday night funked up -remember there's a cover - but it's worth it!!!
Have a great one...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar...until tomorrow!
www.gratisnola.com
Special Event!
Special performance this evening from the WAZOZO ZORCHESTRA at BACCHANAL (600 Poland)from 7:30pm until 10:30pm. Don't miss this exciting evening of the French Chansons with Helen Gillet's WAZOZO ZORCHESTRA including these amazing musicians!!
Jon Gross, tuba
Doug Garrison, drums
Gregory Good, guitar
Daron Douglas, violin
Luke Brecthlesbauer, harp
Chris Kohl, clarinet
Helen Gillet, cello/voice/loop pedal
Monday Night Music!
Head on Uptown and enjoy some cocktails over at the Columns Hotel (3811 St. Charles)....Tonight David Doucet of BeauSoleil fame performs at 8:00 pm!
There's good times in Mid-City over at Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal). They've got an amazing Monday night show with piano man Jon Cleary at 8:00 pm and come hungry the kitchen is open with good food from the Sammich!
Lots of fun around Frenchmen Street!
Glen David Andrews is at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) for his Monday gig at 10:00 pm! So come on out and say hello, and enjoy the music!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) early for this great line-up of music...Sarah McCoy at 4:00 pm, Dominick Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Krisitna Morales & The Bayou Shufflers at 10:00 pm!
And stop into Snug Harbor (626 Frenchmen) for one of the longest running performers in NOLA - It's Monday night with the Charmaine Neville Band at 8:00 pm - Yes, there's a cover, but Charmaine is worth every penny! While you're there get a Monsoon (watch out their dangerous) and one of the best burgers in town!
To top off you're evening....you gotta go Uptown and over to the Maple Leaf (8316 Oak) for Papa Grows Funk at 10:00 pm - they'll get your Monday night funked up -remember there's a cover - but it's worth it!!!
Have a great one...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar...until tomorrow!
www.gratisnola.com
Friday, February 15, 2013
Happy Weekend with Wine, A Second Line, Brunch and More!
Happy Weekend!!
Friday Fun!
Wine Tastings!
Hooray for wine! It's the weekly wine tasting over at Cork & Bottle (Orleans at Moss St.) - from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Come out and sample some fantastic wines with all tasting wines 10% off!
Double your wine tasting pleasure in Mid-City! Check out Swirl located on Ponce de Leon right off Esplanade and enjoy a FREE wine tasting at 6:00 pm.
Night at the Museum!
Check out Friday Nights at NOMA this evening over at the New Orleans Museum of Art beginning at 5:00 pm and celebrate the weekend! The event is FREE with museum admissions. Tonight it's READING WITH BRAD AND JIM RICHARD: CURTAIN OPTIONAL. Tonight NOMA celebrates the exhibition Jim Richard: Make Yourself at Home with a reading by the artist and his son, Brad Richard. $10 Adults, $8 seniors, students, active military, $6 children ages 17 to 7, children 6 and under are free.
Schedule of events:
*5 to 8 p.m.: Art activity with NOMA
*5:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Music by Amanda Walker
*6 p.m.: Reading with Jim and Brad Richard: Curtain Optional
About Curtain Optional
Saturday Second Line!!
And you thought the parades were over - No way!! There's a second line this weekend!!
THE LADY JETSETTERS PRESENT JUST COOLIN' JANUARY JUMP & JIVE at NOON with guests SECOND LINE JAMMERS!!
START FORMATION: Fox III Bar 3801 Washington Ave. @ S. Rocheblave St. - Out Washington Ave. to S. Dorgenois St. right turn @ S. Dorgenois St. Out S. Dorgenois to M.L.Kl Blvd. - Out M.L.K. Blvd.
STOP #1 - (CLUB S&S/CLUB BALI) Out M.L.K. Blvd to Simon Bolivar right turn - Out Simon Bolivar to 1st St. - left turn 1st St. To Baronne St. right turn to Baronne St. to 2nd St. - Out 2nd St. to Danneel St.
STOP #2 - (SPORTSMAN'S CORNER) - left turn on Danneel St. - Out Danneel to 3rd St.
STOP #3 UPTOWN BAR-BEAN BROS.) - Out Daneel St. to 7th St. left turn 7th St. out 7th St. to Dryades St.
STOP #4 (JOE'S HOUSE OF BLUES) - Out - 7th St. to Baronne St. right turn on Baronne St - Out Baronne St. to Delachaise St. right turn on Delachaise St. Out-Delachaise St. to Dryades
STOP #5- (GLADSTONE LOUNGE) - Out Dryades St. to LA Ave., CROSS LA. Ave. - left turn on LA. Ave. - Out LA. Ave to LaSalle St. - left turn LaSalle St. - Out LaSalle St. to Gen. Taylor St.
Stop#6-(SILKYS) - Out Gen. Taylor St. to S. Claiborne Ave. right turn S. Claiborne Ave. Out S. Claiborne Ave. to Washington Ave. left turn on Washington Ave. out to S. Rocheblave St. @ Washington Ave.
DISBAND: TAP II LOUNGE 2800 ROCHEBLAVE ST.
A message from the Ladies - REMEMBER: BE YOUR BROTHERS AND SISTER'S KEEPER, NOT THIER KILLER. LIVE RESPONSIBLY. LEAVE YOUR ATTITUDES, WEAPONS, AND PETS BEHIND!! THE LADY JETSETTERS THANK THE JAZZ & HERITAGE FOUNDATION, NORMAN DIXON FOUNDATION, JETSETTERS BROTHERS, SUPPORTERS & NEIGHBORHOOD BARS.
Saturday Night Music!
Saturday night it's The New Orleans Nightingales at Preservation Hall (726 St. Peter) from 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm!! It's going to be a magical evening with these lovely ladies - Featured vocalists are Meschiya Lake, Lena Prima and Ingrid Lucia.
There's a triple header over on Frenchmen Street at The Maison (508 Frenchmen) with the The Ben Slater Group at 4:00 pm, Smoking Time Jazz Club at 7:00 pm and the Russian sounds of Debauche tops off the evening at 10:30 pm.
Sunday Brunch and More!
Nothing like some Bloody Marys and some great music! And there's more great brunch and food over on the Avenue at the Columns Hotel (3811 St. Charles Ave.) with guitarist Chip Wilson...I'm sure he'll be singing about gin and mimosas!!
There's an early and late show over at Three Muses (536 Frenchmen) - come early for the French sounds Raphael Bas & Norbert Slama at 5:30 and stay on for Debbie Davis at 9:00 pm! Delicious food and great music!!
There's more brass in the Warehouse District over at the Howlin' Wolf - "The Den" (901 S. Peters) with Brass Band Sundays with The Hot 8 Brass Band playing at 9:30 pm! (I'm guessing there's a cover)
Alrighty, well that should keep you busy this today and tomorrow...If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!!
www.gratisnola.com
Friday Fun!
Wine Tastings!
Hooray for wine! It's the weekly wine tasting over at Cork & Bottle (Orleans at Moss St.) - from 5:00 to 7:00 pm. Come out and sample some fantastic wines with all tasting wines 10% off!
Double your wine tasting pleasure in Mid-City! Check out Swirl located on Ponce de Leon right off Esplanade and enjoy a FREE wine tasting at 6:00 pm.
Night at the Museum!
Check out Friday Nights at NOMA this evening over at the New Orleans Museum of Art beginning at 5:00 pm and celebrate the weekend! The event is FREE with museum admissions. Tonight it's READING WITH BRAD AND JIM RICHARD: CURTAIN OPTIONAL. Tonight NOMA celebrates the exhibition Jim Richard: Make Yourself at Home with a reading by the artist and his son, Brad Richard. $10 Adults, $8 seniors, students, active military, $6 children ages 17 to 7, children 6 and under are free.
Schedule of events:
*5 to 8 p.m.: Art activity with NOMA
*5:30 to 8:30 p.m.: Music by Amanda Walker
*6 p.m.: Reading with Jim and Brad Richard: Curtain Optional
About Curtain Optional
Saturday Second Line!!
And you thought the parades were over - No way!! There's a second line this weekend!!
THE LADY JETSETTERS PRESENT JUST COOLIN' JANUARY JUMP & JIVE at NOON with guests SECOND LINE JAMMERS!!
START FORMATION: Fox III Bar 3801 Washington Ave. @ S. Rocheblave St. - Out Washington Ave. to S. Dorgenois St. right turn @ S. Dorgenois St. Out S. Dorgenois to M.L.Kl Blvd. - Out M.L.K. Blvd.
STOP #1 - (CLUB S&S/CLUB BALI) Out M.L.K. Blvd to Simon Bolivar right turn - Out Simon Bolivar to 1st St. - left turn 1st St. To Baronne St. right turn to Baronne St. to 2nd St. - Out 2nd St. to Danneel St.
STOP #2 - (SPORTSMAN'S CORNER) - left turn on Danneel St. - Out Danneel to 3rd St.
STOP #3 UPTOWN BAR-BEAN BROS.) - Out Daneel St. to 7th St. left turn 7th St. out 7th St. to Dryades St.
STOP #4 (JOE'S HOUSE OF BLUES) - Out - 7th St. to Baronne St. right turn on Baronne St - Out Baronne St. to Delachaise St. right turn on Delachaise St. Out-Delachaise St. to Dryades
STOP #5- (GLADSTONE LOUNGE) - Out Dryades St. to LA Ave., CROSS LA. Ave. - left turn on LA. Ave. - Out LA. Ave to LaSalle St. - left turn LaSalle St. - Out LaSalle St. to Gen. Taylor St.
Stop#6-(SILKYS) - Out Gen. Taylor St. to S. Claiborne Ave. right turn S. Claiborne Ave. Out S. Claiborne Ave. to Washington Ave. left turn on Washington Ave. out to S. Rocheblave St. @ Washington Ave.
DISBAND: TAP II LOUNGE 2800 ROCHEBLAVE ST.
A message from the Ladies - REMEMBER: BE YOUR BROTHERS AND SISTER'S KEEPER, NOT THIER KILLER. LIVE RESPONSIBLY. LEAVE YOUR ATTITUDES, WEAPONS, AND PETS BEHIND!! THE LADY JETSETTERS THANK THE JAZZ & HERITAGE FOUNDATION, NORMAN DIXON FOUNDATION, JETSETTERS BROTHERS, SUPPORTERS & NEIGHBORHOOD BARS.
Saturday Night Music!
Saturday night it's The New Orleans Nightingales at Preservation Hall (726 St. Peter) from 8:00 pm - 11:00 pm!! It's going to be a magical evening with these lovely ladies - Featured vocalists are Meschiya Lake, Lena Prima and Ingrid Lucia.
There's a triple header over on Frenchmen Street at The Maison (508 Frenchmen) with the The Ben Slater Group at 4:00 pm, Smoking Time Jazz Club at 7:00 pm and the Russian sounds of Debauche tops off the evening at 10:30 pm.
Sunday Brunch and More!
Nothing like some Bloody Marys and some great music! And there's more great brunch and food over on the Avenue at the Columns Hotel (3811 St. Charles Ave.) with guitarist Chip Wilson...I'm sure he'll be singing about gin and mimosas!!
There's an early and late show over at Three Muses (536 Frenchmen) - come early for the French sounds Raphael Bas & Norbert Slama at 5:30 and stay on for Debbie Davis at 9:00 pm! Delicious food and great music!!
There's more brass in the Warehouse District over at the Howlin' Wolf - "The Den" (901 S. Peters) with Brass Band Sundays with The Hot 8 Brass Band playing at 9:30 pm! (I'm guessing there's a cover)
Alrighty, well that should keep you busy this today and tomorrow...If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!!
www.gratisnola.com
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Happy V-Day with Vino and Some Love Music!!
It's a lovely Thursday - Happy Valentine's Day!!
Thursday Events
Start you're evening off with some romantic vino!!
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle (3700 Orleans ) about 5:00 pm in Mid-City - Taste some amazing wines. So, come sip, shop and get your wine and purchase your favorite wine for 10% off! You can also stop at Clever (right next door) for a great Valentine's Day cocktail after attending the free wine tasting.
Special Valentine's Day Flite Nite at Swirl Wine Bar (3143 Ponce de Lone) so start your evening with a bubbles flite at the bar! Try four delicious sparklers including the staff favorite Jean Velut Brut Champagne for $15. Don't feel like a full flite of bubbles? Just add the Jean Velut or any of the featured bubblies into a flite of your choice! We'll also have chocolate plates available with 3 different selections from Bittersweet Confections for $8. No reservations neccessary, just pull up a seat at the bar and pick up your boarding pass! They're starting at 5:30 just in case you have early dinner plans!
Love Concert!
It's a romantic evening of music at the Ogden Southern Museum of Art (925 Camp St.) - Ogden after Hours. The concert kicks off at 6:00 pm as the Ogden presents Dr. Valerie Francis and Dr. Wilfred Delphin. Dr. Valerie Francis performs locally, nationally and internationally. Leading roles to her credit include: Aida, Bess, Serena, Magda, Donna Anna, Donna Elvira, Musetta, Madame Euterpova, Madama Butterfly and Carmen. Dr. Wilfred Delphin is one half of the internationally renowned piano duo Delphin and Romain, which debuted in 1977 at Carnegie Hall! Tonight the O BAR's celebrates February with the O-Margarita! *Remember with your Ogden membership all of these excellent concerts are FREE!!! And....my hubby Bill deTurk will be doing the interview today - so you definitely don't want to miss it!
House Party!
It's a Valentine's House Party y'all - with Keith Burnstein and Lynn Drury! They've been having so much fun playing duo shows around NOLA and the Gulf Coast that we decided to share the love on Valentine's Day. So join them at their friends, Jake and Allisyn(and Camille)'s house, for a great night of Lynn and Keith originals, played in an intimate setting (1316 Joliet Street). They'd love to see you there! Doors at 7pm - Concert will be two short sets starting at 8pm SHARP.
Please bring $10 suggested donation for the artists and a snack or drink of your choice. It's a potluck house party yall!
For more fun stuff to do and more music...check out the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Thursday Events
Start you're evening off with some romantic vino!!
Don't miss out on the weekly wine tasting at Cork and Bottle (3700 Orleans ) about 5:00 pm in Mid-City - Taste some amazing wines. So, come sip, shop and get your wine and purchase your favorite wine for 10% off! You can also stop at Clever (right next door) for a great Valentine's Day cocktail after attending the free wine tasting.
Special Valentine's Day Flite Nite at Swirl Wine Bar (3143 Ponce de Lone) so start your evening with a bubbles flite at the bar! Try four delicious sparklers including the staff favorite Jean Velut Brut Champagne for $15. Don't feel like a full flite of bubbles? Just add the Jean Velut or any of the featured bubblies into a flite of your choice! We'll also have chocolate plates available with 3 different selections from Bittersweet Confections for $8. No reservations neccessary, just pull up a seat at the bar and pick up your boarding pass! They're starting at 5:30 just in case you have early dinner plans!
Love Concert!
It's a romantic evening of music at the Ogden Southern Museum of Art (925 Camp St.) - Ogden after Hours. The concert kicks off at 6:00 pm as the Ogden presents Dr. Valerie Francis and Dr. Wilfred Delphin. Dr. Valerie Francis performs locally, nationally and internationally. Leading roles to her credit include: Aida, Bess, Serena, Magda, Donna Anna, Donna Elvira, Musetta, Madame Euterpova, Madama Butterfly and Carmen. Dr. Wilfred Delphin is one half of the internationally renowned piano duo Delphin and Romain, which debuted in 1977 at Carnegie Hall! Tonight the O BAR's celebrates February with the O-Margarita! *Remember with your Ogden membership all of these excellent concerts are FREE!!! And....my hubby Bill deTurk will be doing the interview today - so you definitely don't want to miss it!
House Party!
It's a Valentine's House Party y'all - with Keith Burnstein and Lynn Drury! They've been having so much fun playing duo shows around NOLA and the Gulf Coast that we decided to share the love on Valentine's Day. So join them at their friends, Jake and Allisyn(and Camille)'s house, for a great night of Lynn and Keith originals, played in an intimate setting (1316 Joliet Street). They'd love to see you there! Doors at 7pm - Concert will be two short sets starting at 8pm SHARP.
Please bring $10 suggested donation for the artists and a snack or drink of your choice. It's a potluck house party yall!
For more fun stuff to do and more music...check out the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Friday, February 8, 2013
Happy Vendredi Gras!!!!
Happy Vendredi Gras!!!
The Krewe of Hermes kick off the parades Uptown at 6:00 pm!! The founding fathers of Hermes were local businessmen who formed and incorporated their organization in 1936. The first ball and parade were held in 1937. As per tradition, the Hermes captain leads the procession in full regalia on a white horse. Often named one of the most beautiful carnival parades of the season....you don't want to miss this one!
Le Krewe d'Etat rolls at 6:30 pm...The highly satirical krewe keeps its theme secret until the parade rolls. The name is a pun on "coup d'etat", which is the takeover of a ruling party by an outside force. The krewe "heeds only edicts from their Dictator, whose identity is never revealed." The organization's most coveted throw is a strand of glow-in-the-dark beads with green eyeballs.
The famed Budweiser Clydesdales will lead the parade up the longer Uptown-to-Downtown route, an idea initiated by the D'Etat captain. Nearly a dozen marching bands (St. Augustine, Brother Martin High School, Citadel's Summerall Guard, Central Lafourche High School, the St. Charles Streetcar Band and others) are also scheduled to provide musical accompaniment as the parade sojourns through town. The identity of the "Dictator," as the D'Etat monarch is known, is never revealed. He will ride on his own signature float, followed by the Dictator's Banana Wagon, the High Priest float and others.
Established in 2000, the Krewe of Morpheus is named for the god of dreams and follows d'Etat at 7:00 pm! The krewe strives to be both inclusive in membership as well as provide parade goers an 'old-school' parade experience. Morpheus is one of the largest co-ed krewes in the area and kicks off the long weekend leading up to Mardi Gras.
And after the parades you got music!!!
Sorry, folks, I'm feeling lazy...the morning after parades will do that to you...don't forget the free shows at the Howlin' Wolf the next few days - Check out Chickie Wah Wah's (2828 Canal) Endymion party tomorrow (great place for music, food and clean bathrooms!!)
For more fun stuff to do and more music...check out the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
The Krewe of Hermes kick off the parades Uptown at 6:00 pm!! The founding fathers of Hermes were local businessmen who formed and incorporated their organization in 1936. The first ball and parade were held in 1937. As per tradition, the Hermes captain leads the procession in full regalia on a white horse. Often named one of the most beautiful carnival parades of the season....you don't want to miss this one!
Le Krewe d'Etat rolls at 6:30 pm...The highly satirical krewe keeps its theme secret until the parade rolls. The name is a pun on "coup d'etat", which is the takeover of a ruling party by an outside force. The krewe "heeds only edicts from their Dictator, whose identity is never revealed." The organization's most coveted throw is a strand of glow-in-the-dark beads with green eyeballs.
The famed Budweiser Clydesdales will lead the parade up the longer Uptown-to-Downtown route, an idea initiated by the D'Etat captain. Nearly a dozen marching bands (St. Augustine, Brother Martin High School, Citadel's Summerall Guard, Central Lafourche High School, the St. Charles Streetcar Band and others) are also scheduled to provide musical accompaniment as the parade sojourns through town. The identity of the "Dictator," as the D'Etat monarch is known, is never revealed. He will ride on his own signature float, followed by the Dictator's Banana Wagon, the High Priest float and others.
Established in 2000, the Krewe of Morpheus is named for the god of dreams and follows d'Etat at 7:00 pm! The krewe strives to be both inclusive in membership as well as provide parade goers an 'old-school' parade experience. Morpheus is one of the largest co-ed krewes in the area and kicks off the long weekend leading up to Mardi Gras.
And after the parades you got music!!!
Sorry, folks, I'm feeling lazy...the morning after parades will do that to you...don't forget the free shows at the Howlin' Wolf the next few days - Check out Chickie Wah Wah's (2828 Canal) Endymion party tomorrow (great place for music, food and clean bathrooms!!)
For more fun stuff to do and more music...check out the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Thursday, February 7, 2013
Happy Jeudi Gras!!
Happy Jeudi Gras Everybody...the parades keep on rolling along!!
First up this evening are the Knights of Babylon at 5:45 pm....Formed in 1939 by professional men of New Orleans, the Knights of Babylon proudly adhere to traditional float design, which has remain unchanged for over 60 years. Also according to tradition, they continue to light floats with flambeaux and ride on 12-man floats. The king's float is drawn by a team of mules, followed by 12 riding lieutenants. Collectors of Mardi Gras throws are expected to line the route in droves, in quest of Babylon's exclusive jester heads and hats, Knights of Babylon backpacks, Knights of Babylon lighted disc necklaces, soft baseballs, cups and doubloons.
Following right behind is the highly secretive Knights of Chaos, formed by former members of the Knights of Momus, first paraded on the traditional Uptown route in 2000 and does not unveil its theme until the procession takes to the streets.
Baseball-type collectible cards, depicting each float and with a description of that particular title, will be thrown by Chaos members. This tradition began in 2006 and was the first of its kind in the history of Carnival throws. Plentiful beads and trinkets are also promised, including Chaos Orange Demon lighted beads, plus plush Chaos knights, float-specific cups and more. Also expected to be thrown to spectators will be doubloons and many trinkets signifying the generosity of the riders.
And rounding up the evening the Krewe of Muses rolls on a slightly different parade route (see below), named for the daughters of Zeus and patrons of the arts and sciences, is New Orleans' only all-female night parade. The parade has become one of Mardi Gras' favorites, thanks not only to its humorous and biting parade themes, but also for its sought-after throws....SHOES!!
And AFTER the parades there's free music!!!
At the Howlin' Wolf (828 S. Peters) every night after the parades thru Lundi Gras!! Check out the line-up!
Thursday - The Revivalist
Friday - Rebirth Brass Band plus Jermaine Quiz
Saturday - Rebirth Brass Band plus Papa Grows Funk
Sunday - Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk
Monday - George Porter Jr and the Runnin' Pardners plus Derrick Freeman's Smoker's World
For more fun stuff to do and more music...check out the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
First up this evening are the Knights of Babylon at 5:45 pm....Formed in 1939 by professional men of New Orleans, the Knights of Babylon proudly adhere to traditional float design, which has remain unchanged for over 60 years. Also according to tradition, they continue to light floats with flambeaux and ride on 12-man floats. The king's float is drawn by a team of mules, followed by 12 riding lieutenants. Collectors of Mardi Gras throws are expected to line the route in droves, in quest of Babylon's exclusive jester heads and hats, Knights of Babylon backpacks, Knights of Babylon lighted disc necklaces, soft baseballs, cups and doubloons.
Following right behind is the highly secretive Knights of Chaos, formed by former members of the Knights of Momus, first paraded on the traditional Uptown route in 2000 and does not unveil its theme until the procession takes to the streets.
Baseball-type collectible cards, depicting each float and with a description of that particular title, will be thrown by Chaos members. This tradition began in 2006 and was the first of its kind in the history of Carnival throws. Plentiful beads and trinkets are also promised, including Chaos Orange Demon lighted beads, plus plush Chaos knights, float-specific cups and more. Also expected to be thrown to spectators will be doubloons and many trinkets signifying the generosity of the riders.
And rounding up the evening the Krewe of Muses rolls on a slightly different parade route (see below), named for the daughters of Zeus and patrons of the arts and sciences, is New Orleans' only all-female night parade. The parade has become one of Mardi Gras' favorites, thanks not only to its humorous and biting parade themes, but also for its sought-after throws....SHOES!!
And AFTER the parades there's free music!!!
At the Howlin' Wolf (828 S. Peters) every night after the parades thru Lundi Gras!! Check out the line-up!
Thursday - The Revivalist
Friday - Rebirth Brass Band plus Jermaine Quiz
Saturday - Rebirth Brass Band plus Papa Grows Funk
Sunday - Ivan Neville's Dumpstaphunk
Monday - George Porter Jr and the Runnin' Pardners plus Derrick Freeman's Smoker's World
For more fun stuff to do and more music...check out the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Happy Mercredi Gras with Pee-rades, Art and Music!
Happy Mercredi Gras - Hope everyone is having a wonderful week - parades are getting in full swing!!
Wednesday Pee-rades!!
Head on Uptown tonight for a double header of parades this evening!! The Krewe of Druids, named for the ancient order of Celtic priests, rolls at 6:30. The theme remains a secret until they roll!!
The Krewe of Nyx, immediately follows Druids. Get excited for the second annual roll of the all-women parade named for the Greek goddess of the night! It's another secret theme for this 26 float krewe..so get out there to check the ladies out tonight!
Wednesday Fun Stuff!
Carnival Art Show tonight at Crescent City Brewhouse (527 Decatur St.)! Join us for the opening of a carnival art show with FREE great brews and food before heading to parades. Five local artists showcase their work on the Brew House walls including:
Simon of New Orleans - Folk Art
Mark Kirk of UP/Unique Products - luminated wall art and chandeliers
Sontiga Reid Hall - Surrealist Paintings
Sarah Ferguson - Portraiture
Hayley Gabertavage - Fine Art
Experience an Evening of Cultural Indulgences at it's new location in the Jazz Club at the JW Marriott (614 Canal Street) from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tonight's event features Creative Mardi Gras Masks and Headpieces by local artist Cely Pedescleaux- plus music from Tony Seville, a spirit tasting with complimentary hors d’oeuvres....Make a purchase of $1,000 or more by Artist tonight and the JW Marriott will give you a 1 night complimentary stay in the Presidential Bi-Level Suite a $1,500 value!! (Parking is available at a special event Rate of $5 on Common Street)
Wednesday Evening Music
After your Uptown parades head on over to Dmac's Bar and Grill (542 S. Jefferson Davis Pkwy) for a Mid-City Mix Up with Papa John Gros and Lynn Drury at 9:00pm. Lynn and John Gros roll you into that Mardi Gras spirit tonight!
Have a wonderful Wednesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Wednesday Pee-rades!!
Head on Uptown tonight for a double header of parades this evening!! The Krewe of Druids, named for the ancient order of Celtic priests, rolls at 6:30. The theme remains a secret until they roll!!
The Krewe of Nyx, immediately follows Druids. Get excited for the second annual roll of the all-women parade named for the Greek goddess of the night! It's another secret theme for this 26 float krewe..so get out there to check the ladies out tonight!
Wednesday Fun Stuff!
Carnival Art Show tonight at Crescent City Brewhouse (527 Decatur St.)! Join us for the opening of a carnival art show with FREE great brews and food before heading to parades. Five local artists showcase their work on the Brew House walls including:
Simon of New Orleans - Folk Art
Mark Kirk of UP/Unique Products - luminated wall art and chandeliers
Sontiga Reid Hall - Surrealist Paintings
Sarah Ferguson - Portraiture
Hayley Gabertavage - Fine Art
Experience an Evening of Cultural Indulgences at it's new location in the Jazz Club at the JW Marriott (614 Canal Street) from 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Tonight's event features Creative Mardi Gras Masks and Headpieces by local artist Cely Pedescleaux- plus music from Tony Seville, a spirit tasting with complimentary hors d’oeuvres....Make a purchase of $1,000 or more by Artist tonight and the JW Marriott will give you a 1 night complimentary stay in the Presidential Bi-Level Suite a $1,500 value!! (Parking is available at a special event Rate of $5 on Common Street)
Wednesday Evening Music
After your Uptown parades head on over to Dmac's Bar and Grill (542 S. Jefferson Davis Pkwy) for a Mid-City Mix Up with Papa John Gros and Lynn Drury at 9:00pm. Lynn and John Gros roll you into that Mardi Gras spirit tonight!
Have a wonderful Wednesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Tuesday, February 5, 2013
Happy Tuesday w/Pre-Mardi Gras Fun with Veggies and Music!
Happy Tuesday!
Farmer's Market!
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 am to 1:00 pm for the freshest veggies, fruits and seafood. Today for the Green Plate Special Chef Lisa Barbato will be there the whole month of February to preview her soon to open café, Rivista. Look for it on Magazine Street in March. Until then, enjoy Lisa's themed lunches all month long! This week, Lisa is taking us on a trip to Jerusalem with spiced goat casserole with eggplant and sweet potatoes; chickpea soup with homemade pita; roasted cauliflower and hazelnut salad with pomegranate; spicy beet, leek and walnut salad with arugula; and for dessert, orange almond syrup cake and honey-pecan fingers....yum!
And if you want more fresh veggies head on over to the Hollygrove Market. You can go by their location at 8301 Olive Street between Noon and 6:00 pm. They also have home delivery if you can't make it to the Market - Click here to find out how - http://www.hollygrovemarket.com/content/5669
In the "Box" today!
-Strawberries (Johnsdale Farms, Ponchatoula, LA)
-Brussel Sprouts (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Beets (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Kale or Chard (Fekete Farms/Garden Guy Produce)
-Navel Oranges (A & K Citrus, Braithwaite, LA)
-Cabbage (Monica’s Okra World, Garyville, LA)
-Beefsteak or Lorenzo Tomatoes (Tomott's, La Rose, LA)
-Pink Grapefruit (A & K Citrus, Braithwaite, LA)
-Turnips (Monica’s Okra World, Garyville, LA)
-Green Onions (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-U-Pick: Lettuce Head, Salad Mix, or Radish (2 Acre Farm/Grow Dat Youth Farm/Monica’s Okra World)
Good Music Tonight!
There's a great musical evening on the Avenue at the The Columns (3811 St. Charles Ave.) at 8:00 p.m. tonight! Have a fancy cocktail and listen to the guitar sounds of John Rankin.
Head on over to Mid-City and to Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) for another great threesome with Tommy Malone (you know him from the Subdudes) with some special surprise guests at 8:00 pm!!
There's some fun on Frenchmen tonight too over at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) with the The Treme Brass Band at 10:00 pm - there's a $5 cover for the show - but you know you don't want to miss it!
Right down the street the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) has a triple header with no cover - Andy Forest at 4:00 pm, Meschiya Lake & The Little Big Horns at 6:00 pm, and top off the evening with the Smokin' Time Jazz Club at 10:00 pm!
It's a fun night over at the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...the REBIRTH Brass Band they come on around 10:30ish - there's a cover, but you'll be glad you paid and stayed up late - Get your Mardi Gras week started off right!!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Farmer's Market!
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 am to 1:00 pm for the freshest veggies, fruits and seafood. Today for the Green Plate Special Chef Lisa Barbato will be there the whole month of February to preview her soon to open café, Rivista. Look for it on Magazine Street in March. Until then, enjoy Lisa's themed lunches all month long! This week, Lisa is taking us on a trip to Jerusalem with spiced goat casserole with eggplant and sweet potatoes; chickpea soup with homemade pita; roasted cauliflower and hazelnut salad with pomegranate; spicy beet, leek and walnut salad with arugula; and for dessert, orange almond syrup cake and honey-pecan fingers....yum!
And if you want more fresh veggies head on over to the Hollygrove Market. You can go by their location at 8301 Olive Street between Noon and 6:00 pm. They also have home delivery if you can't make it to the Market - Click here to find out how - http://www.hollygrovemarket.com/content/5669
In the "Box" today!
-Strawberries (Johnsdale Farms, Ponchatoula, LA)
-Brussel Sprouts (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Beets (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-Kale or Chard (Fekete Farms/Garden Guy Produce)
-Navel Oranges (A & K Citrus, Braithwaite, LA)
-Cabbage (Monica’s Okra World, Garyville, LA)
-Beefsteak or Lorenzo Tomatoes (Tomott's, La Rose, LA)
-Pink Grapefruit (A & K Citrus, Braithwaite, LA)
-Turnips (Monica’s Okra World, Garyville, LA)
-Green Onions (Fekete Farms, Hungarian Settlement, LA)
-U-Pick: Lettuce Head, Salad Mix, or Radish (2 Acre Farm/Grow Dat Youth Farm/Monica’s Okra World)
Good Music Tonight!
There's a great musical evening on the Avenue at the The Columns (3811 St. Charles Ave.) at 8:00 p.m. tonight! Have a fancy cocktail and listen to the guitar sounds of John Rankin.
Head on over to Mid-City and to Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) for another great threesome with Tommy Malone (you know him from the Subdudes) with some special surprise guests at 8:00 pm!!
There's some fun on Frenchmen tonight too over at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) with the The Treme Brass Band at 10:00 pm - there's a $5 cover for the show - but you know you don't want to miss it!
Right down the street the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) has a triple header with no cover - Andy Forest at 4:00 pm, Meschiya Lake & The Little Big Horns at 6:00 pm, and top off the evening with the Smokin' Time Jazz Club at 10:00 pm!
It's a fun night over at the Maple Leaf Bar on Oak Street...the REBIRTH Brass Band they come on around 10:30ish - there's a cover, but you'll be glad you paid and stayed up late - Get your Mardi Gras week started off right!!
Have a wonderful Tuesday and for more fun shows and events going on click on the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!
www.gratisnola.com
Monday, February 4, 2013
Happy Monday with an Art Show and Good Music!!
Happy Monday - Hope everyone survived the Super Bowl activities now it's on to more Carnival time!!
Special Event!
Throw Me Something Local: Awards Banquet & Art Show - By Bywater Art Lofts (3725 Dauphine St.) tonight from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. The Carnival season explodes with a February art show! I Heart Louisiana, an organization dedicated to preserving the ecological and economic health of Louisiana's people, culture, and wildlife, will be this month's host. It provides low-priced, high quality & locally produced parade products that strengthen the community by creating jobs and preserving cultural heritage. Artists will have on display Mardi Gras-themed masks, costumes, paintings, sculptures, and parade throws (and that's just the tip of the iceberg!).
In addition to the exhibition, the show will award prizes for the winners of the "Throw Me Something Local Mardi Gras Throw-Making Contest" (details for the contest can be found at:
https://www.facebook.com/IHeartLouisiana/info)
Food will be provided by Hollygrove Farm and Holly Tamale.
The show is sponsored by I HeartLouisiana.org, HBO, Stay Local, DancingMan504, Galeria Alegria, Green Project, Bon Castor, Krewe of Chewbacchus, Bearded Oysters, All Things Local Radio WGSO 990, Life City, Hollygrove Market & Farm, Dirty Coast, Louisiana Bicycle Festival, Abita Mystery House, Bywater Art Lofts, Krewe of Kolossos, and Nola Voodoo Cakes. Sooooo........Come on out and definitely plan on having a stupid great time!!!
Monday Night Music!
Head on Uptown and enjoy some cocktails over at the Columns Hotel (3811 St. Charles)....Tonight David Doucet of BeauSoleil fame performs at 8:00 pm!
There's good times in Mid-City over at Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal). They've got an amazing Monday night show with Phil DeGruy & Cloud Sharp 9 at 8:00 pm and come hungry the kitchen is open with good food from the Sammich!
Lots of fun around Frenchmen Street!
Glen David Andrews is at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) for his Monday gig at 10:00 pm! So come on out and say hello, and enjoy the music!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) early for this great line-up of music...Sarah McCoy at 4:00 pm, Dominick Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Krisitna Morales & The Bayou Shufflers at 10:00 pm!
And stop into Snug Harbor (626 Frenchmen) for one of the longest running performers in NOLA - It's Monday night with the Charmaine Neville Band at 8:00 pm - Yes, there's a cover, but Charmaine is worth every penny! While you're there get a Monsoon (watch out their dangerous) and one of the best burgers in town!
To top off you're evening....you gotta go Uptown and over to the Maple Leaf (8316 Oak) for Papa Grows Funk at 10:00 pm - they'll get your Monday night funked up -remember there's a cover - but it's worth it!!!
Have a great one...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar...until tomorrow!
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Special Event!
Throw Me Something Local: Awards Banquet & Art Show - By Bywater Art Lofts (3725 Dauphine St.) tonight from 6:00 to 9:00 pm. The Carnival season explodes with a February art show! I Heart Louisiana, an organization dedicated to preserving the ecological and economic health of Louisiana's people, culture, and wildlife, will be this month's host. It provides low-priced, high quality & locally produced parade products that strengthen the community by creating jobs and preserving cultural heritage. Artists will have on display Mardi Gras-themed masks, costumes, paintings, sculptures, and parade throws (and that's just the tip of the iceberg!).
In addition to the exhibition, the show will award prizes for the winners of the "Throw Me Something Local Mardi Gras Throw-Making Contest" (details for the contest can be found at:
https://www.facebook.com/IHeartLouisiana/info)
Food will be provided by Hollygrove Farm and Holly Tamale.
The show is sponsored by I HeartLouisiana.org, HBO, Stay Local, DancingMan504, Galeria Alegria, Green Project, Bon Castor, Krewe of Chewbacchus, Bearded Oysters, All Things Local Radio WGSO 990, Life City, Hollygrove Market & Farm, Dirty Coast, Louisiana Bicycle Festival, Abita Mystery House, Bywater Art Lofts, Krewe of Kolossos, and Nola Voodoo Cakes. Sooooo........Come on out and definitely plan on having a stupid great time!!!
Monday Night Music!
Head on Uptown and enjoy some cocktails over at the Columns Hotel (3811 St. Charles)....Tonight David Doucet of BeauSoleil fame performs at 8:00 pm!
There's good times in Mid-City over at Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal). They've got an amazing Monday night show with Phil DeGruy & Cloud Sharp 9 at 8:00 pm and come hungry the kitchen is open with good food from the Sammich!
Lots of fun around Frenchmen Street!
Glen David Andrews is at d.b.a. (618 Frenchmen) for his Monday gig at 10:00 pm! So come on out and say hello, and enjoy the music!
Be sure to make a stop by the Spotted Cat (623 Frenchmen) early for this great line-up of music...Sarah McCoy at 4:00 pm, Dominick Grillo and The Frenchmen Street All Stars at 6:00 pm and be sure to stay on for the Krisitna Morales & The Bayou Shufflers at 10:00 pm!
And stop into Snug Harbor (626 Frenchmen) for one of the longest running performers in NOLA - It's Monday night with the Charmaine Neville Band at 8:00 pm - Yes, there's a cover, but Charmaine is worth every penny! While you're there get a Monsoon (watch out their dangerous) and one of the best burgers in town!
To top off you're evening....you gotta go Uptown and over to the Maple Leaf (8316 Oak) for Papa Grows Funk at 10:00 pm - they'll get your Monday night funked up -remember there's a cover - but it's worth it!!!
Have a great one...and for more musical fun check out WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar...until tomorrow!
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Friday, February 1, 2013
Super Bowl Fun with Bands, Oyster Eating and Family Gras!!
Happy Weekend - Y'all!!!
Free Super Bowl Fun!!
All weekend long!! Verizon Super Bowl Boulevard: Woldenberg Park at 1 Canal Street. Admission is free. It's happening from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Featuring a lineup of local music artists, popular food and beverage offerings, live national television broadcasts, interactive fan events and the iconic larger-than-life Super Bowl Roman numerals.
Verizon Super Bowl Boulevard is a marquee event "where Super Bowl lives," hosted on the grounds of Audubon Nature Institute's iconic Woldenberg Park. The Boulevard features a four-day lineup of local music artists, popular food and beverage offerings, live television broadcasts from the NFL Network, SportsNet and Comcast, and the Super Bowl roman numerals.
Free to the public, Verizon Super Bowl Boulevard will open today and runs daily until Super Bowl Sunday. Complementing the public entertainment, broadcast, and celebratory offerings on Super Bowl Blvd., fans of all ages will have opportunities to interact with numerous NFL and Host Committee partner events. The main attraction, the larger-than life XLVII Roman Numerals, standing at 30 feet high and over 100 feet wide. Celebrate New Orleans' Perfect 10th Super Bowl with a true New Orleans-style festival!
Friday, Feb 1
NFC Stage
11:00am: Lagniappe Brass Band
1:30pm: TBC Brass Band
4:00pm: The Iguanas
6:30pm: Dwayne Dopsie & The Zydeco Hellraisers
9:15pm: Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue
AFC Stage
12:15pm: Gal Holiday & The Honky Tonk Revue
2:45pm: James Andrews
5:15pm: Pine Leaf Boys
7:45pm: Walter "Wolfman" Washington & The Roadmasters
North End Zone Stage
10:15 & 11:40am: Tuba Skinny
1:05pm: Lagniappe Brass Band
2:40 & 5:50pm: Ingrid Lucia
4:05pm: Barbara Shorts
7:15pm: James Andrews
8:55pm: Leo Jackson& The Melody Clouds
South End Zone Stage
10:30am: TBC Brass Band
12:00 & 1:35pm: The Palmetto Bug Stompers
3:15pm: Gal Holiday& The Honky Tonk Revue
5:05pm: Mem Shannon
6:55pm: The Iguanas
Saturday, Feb 2
NFC Stage
12:15pm: John Mooney
3:00pm: Sunpie & The LA Sunspots
5:45pm: Tab Benoit
8:30pm: Rebirth Brass Band
AFC Stage
11:00am: Meschiya Lake
1:30pm: Creole String Beans
4:15pm: Lost Bayou Ramblers
7:00pm: Roddie Romero & The Hub-City Allstars
North End Zone Stage
10:45am & 12:25pm: Mahogany Brass Band
2:05pm: Meschiya Lake
3:40pm: John Mooney
5:30 & 8:25pm: Viváz
7:10pm: Betty Winn & One A-Chord
South End Zone Stage
10:45am & 1:55pm: Lars Edegran's New Orleans Jazz Band
12:20 & 3:30pm: Kristin Diable
5:05 & 8:25pm: Bruce Daigrepont Cajun Band
6:45pm: Sunpie & The LA Sunspots
Sunday, Feb 3
NFC Stage
10:10 & 11:10am: Cynthia Girtley's Gospel
12:00pm: Soul Rebels
AFC Stage
10:40am: Charmaine Neville Band
12:30pm: Papa Grows Funk
North End Zone Stage
10:15am & 12:55pm: Treme Brass Band
11:25am: Tim Laughlin
South End Zone Stage
10:15am & 1:00pm: Washboard Chaz Blues Trio
11:30am: David Doucet Cajun Trio
Saturday Fun!!
Yes - it IS a "Hot Beaver" Oyster Eating Challenge over at Grand Isle on Fulton!! Grand Isle’s “HOT BEAVER” challenge is Saturday!!
The oyster competition kicks-off this Saturday at 11 a.m., and will pit 10 local New Orleanians against each other to slurp down a dozen raw oyster in two (2) minutes. The catch is that each oyster will be topped with a half-teaspoon of Beaver Brand Extra Hot Horseradish!
The promotion kicks-off this weekend, but will be ongoing in the restaurant moving forward -- so definitely an exciting promotion for locals and tourists alike.
If the contestants are able complete the challenge, Grand Isle will cover the entire tab (oysters and beer) and throw in a grand prize … a t-shirt to announce their victory, along with the official title of GRAND ISLE BEAVER BUSTER. You don't want to miss this one!!
Family Gras is happening Friday at 2:00 pm and Saturday 12:00 pm on the Neutral Ground of Veterans Memorial Boulevard -between Causeway & Severn (across from Lakeside Mall)
Admission: FREE (VIP, 2 Day Royal Pass available for purchase $99)
Family Gras is the perfect getaway for family. Family Gras traditionally takes place on the neutral ground (median) of Veterans Memorial Boulevard across from Lakeside Shopping Center in Metairie, Louisiana. An ideal location to see the pageantry of Mardi Gras and enjoy the outdoor concerts with Live Music on the Festival Plaza Main Stage by National Artists and Louisiana's own.
WeFREE concerts, FREE Mardi Gras parades! Fabulous Flambeau Food Court & Beverage Zones, Kid-friendly activities - The Andes Rock Climbing Wall, the Bubble Blast (Walk & Play inside a giant hamster ball as it floats atop a pool of water), shop the Art Walk, and more. If you prefer an "up close & personal" experience with backstage access and premium stage viewing, access to VIP food & beverage, the VIP Royal Pass is available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com for $99.00 per person. Pass is valid for both Friday & Saturday.
Costuming encouraged...come out for Fun Friday wearing your carnival colors, and join us Sports Saturday wearing your favorite team colors!
No Outside Food & Beverage Allowed / No Pets Allowed
No Skateboards / No Bikes on grounds (bike rack will be available)
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 1
Amanda Shaw 2:00pm-2:45pm
Fitz and the Tantrums 3:05pm-4:10pm
Katie Armiger 4:30pm-5:20pm
Soul Asylum 5:40pm-7:00pm
Creedence Clearwater Revisited 7:20pm-8:30pm
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2013
Big Bad VooDoo Daddy Rattle Them Bones
20th Anniversary Tour 12:00pm-1:00pm
Cowboy Mouth 1:20pm-2:20pm
ZZ Ward 2:40pm-3:30pm
Blues Traveler 3:50pm-5:15pm
Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons 5:35pm-7:30pm
Alrighty, well that should keep you busy this evening...If you're looking for more fun stuff to do...check out the WWOZ Livewire - http://www.wwoz.org/new-orleans-community/music-calendar!! And be sure to tune in to WWOZ today from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm with my hubby Bill deTurk!!!
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