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Harry Potter & Azkaban: Live in NOLA
Calling all Harry Potter fans! The Saenger Theatre in New Orleans will present “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” live in concert. On May 10th, 2024, Justin Freer and the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra will perform the score from the 3rd film in the Harry Potter series “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.” During the concert, the film will also play on a 40-foot high definition screen.
Son of a Saint to host their 10th Annual Fundraising Gala
Son of a Saint will host their 10th Annual Gala on Friday, November 17th at the Four Seasons Hotel in New Orleans with the mission to raise critical awareness and funding to support the youth development nonprofit’s myriad programs and initiatives, including holistic mentorship, life skills development, and a full-spectrum of educational and enrichment opportunities provided to hundreds of fatherless young men throughout Greater New Orleans.
Louisiana's Lainey Wilson wins top honors at this year's CMA Awards
Louisiana's own country music signer-songwriter Lainey Wilson had a night to remember at this year's Country Music Association (CMA) Awards in Nashville. Wilson went into the awards ceremony with nine nominations, the most of any other artist and will come home with five trophies, including the top award of Entertainer of the Year. She also won awards for Female Artist of the Year, Album of the Year for "Bell Bottom Country," Music Video of the Year and Musical Event of the Year for "Wait in the Truck" with fellow country artist Hardy.
Travel and Leisure Magazine names the Roosevelt Hotel one of the most festive in the country
Travel and Leisure Magazine has named the famous Roosevelt Hotel in New Orleans one of the most festive in the country. In the November 3rd article travelandleisure.com wrote, "Each year in New Orleans, The Roosevelt decks its halls — and the whole city block — with thousands of lights, bows, and garlands. A festive winter Old-Fashioned is on the menu for adults, and the annual Teddy Bear Tea is a favorite tradition among visiting kids — it even includes visits from Santa and Mrs. Claus. There are multiple sittings per day on select days between November and December, but reservations are strongly recommended.
Back to the 16th Century: Louisiana Renaissance Festival Returns!
The 22nd annual Louisiana Renaissance Festival, the best festival in history returns to Hammond this month. The Ren Fest is open every weekend for six weeks. Each weekend has a different theme starting on November 4th and 5th with the festival concluding on December 9th and 10th with a spectacular fireworks finale.
Explore Baton Rouge's Blackwater Conservation Area
Looking for something to do outdoors and different to do, then check out Blackwater Conservation Area just outside of Baton Rouge. The 57-acre park features two fishing lakes, a pavilion and some beautiful nature trails. There are several native species of trees on site such as the Bald Cypress, Tupelo Gum, Cottonwood, River Birch, Red Mulberry, Persimmon, Pines and Oaks.
Louisiana Shrimp and Corn Chowder
Cooler weather is finally here which means it's time to bust out all those comfort food recipes that include soups, stews and more. This recipe for Louisiana shrimp and corn chower is a delicious Cajun spin on the classic chower recipe, that will instantly become one of your favorite cool weather meals that your taste buds and tummy will love.
St. Francisville Food & Wine Festival: Nov. 10-12
The 5th annual St. Francisville Food and Wine Festival is back next month at the historic Myrtle's Plantation and Restaurant in St. Francisville. Come out to see a showcase of culinary culture from Louisiana and Mississippi with celebrated chefs who will be serving delicious dishes with creative wine pairings, cocktail and spirit tastings, craft beers, and live entertainment.
"I Did It For The Turkey" Parkway Bakery's Fundraiser
Parkway Bakery & Tavern, the Al Copeland Foundation (ACF) and Crystal Hot Sauce have teamed up to help save lives and end cancer. Starting on Wednesday, November 1st and every Wednesday in November, Parkway Bakery will offer its renowned Thanksgiving Poor Boy, brimming with roasted turkey, stuffing, gravy and cranberry sauce as part of their annual "I Did It For The Turkey" fundraiser.
Better Than Ezra: Back in Baton Rouge
Louisiana's own multi platinum selling band Better Than Erza brings their Legends of the Fall Tour to L'Auberge Casino in Baton Rouge on Sunday, November 10th. The best songs, records, and bands transport you back to the first moment you heard them each and every time they play. Whether you caught a house party gig after Better Than Ezra formed in 1988 at Louisiana State University, heard “Good” on the radio once it hit #1 during 1995, became a fan following Taylor Swift’s famous cover of “Breathless” in 2010, or saw them headlining sheds in 2018, you most likely never forgot that initial introduction to the New Orleans quartet founded by Kevin Griffin [lead vocals, guitar, piano] and Tom Drummond [bass, backing vocals]. Those hummable melodies, unshakable guitar riffs, and confessional lyrics quietly cemented the group as an enduring force in rock music. How many acts can boast being the inspiration of a classic Saturday Night Live skit? Very few.
Louisiana Pecan Pralines: Sweet and Creamy Treats
Living in Louisiana, there's no shortages of pecan trees so of course, there are an abundance of recipes that include pecans. One of the most popular is Pecan Pralines, a classic Southern candy treat. Pralines are a sweet and creamy treat made with nuts that has a fudge-like texture. While we make them year-round, they are extremely popular during the holidays.
Lights, Camera, Action at the 34th annual New Orleans Film Festival
New Orleans will shine brighter than ever with culture and creativity during the 34th annual New Orleans Film Festival which features over 500 filmmakers from every corner of the world in attendance at over 220 films. Thousands of people gather over the course of 8 days to champion film in New Orleans and engage with visionary films, directors, and other film lovers. NOFF is one of the few film festivals that is Oscar qualifying in all three Academy-accredited categories.
Friends star Matthew Perry honored by co-stars and show's creators
Sadly, the world loss a friend on Saturday when it was annouced that Matthew Perry died at his home of an apparent drowning at the age of 54. Tributes have been pouring in from all over the world, including some from Perry's Friends co-stars including Maggie Wheeler, Paget Brewster, Morgan Fairchild and Selma Blair. Friends co-creators and executive producers Marta Kauffman and David Crane as well as executive producer and director Kevin Bright shared their statement on Sunday. "We are shocked and deeply, deeply saddened by our beloved friend Matthew's passing. It still seems impossible. All we can say is that we feel blessed to have had him as part of our lives.He was a brilliant talent. It's a cliche to say that an actor makes a role their own, but in Matthew's case, there are no truer words. From the day we first heard him embody the role of Chandler Bing, there was no one else for us. We will always cherish the joy, the light, the blinding intelligence he brought to every moment – not just to his work, but in life as well. He was always the funniest person in the room. More than that, he was the sweetest, with a giving and selfless heart.We send all of our love to his family and friends. This truly is The One Where Our Hearts Are Broken"
Spicy Buffalo Chicken Dip: Game Day Ready!
With the heart of LSU and Saints football season here, this spicy buffalo chicken dip is a delicious appeitizer that's perfect for parties and all your game day events that everyone will love! It is super quick and easy to make and the best part is clean up is just as fast.
Pumpkin Spice Frappe: Fall Frozen Treat
Fall is here, which means it's time for pumpkin spice everything. The interesting fact about pumpkin spice is that it doesn't have pumpkin in it all. Pumpkin spice is actually a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves and allspice. Starbucks started the whole pumpkin spice craze with their pumpkin spice frappuccino, which was introduced in the early 2000's but with this quick and easy frappe recipe you can make them at home, saving you lots of time and money.
Top Taco Fest 2023 in New Orleans
Top Taco is back this year on Thursday, October 26th at Lafreniere Park in Metairie. At Top Taco, festival-goers will have the opportunity to sample unlimited taco tastes and signature cocktails from over 40 of the best restaurants in New Orleans and vote for their favorites in four categories of awards: Top Creative Taco, Top Traditional Taco, Top Vegetarian Taco, and Top Cocktail. With 3 stages of amazing music, creative tequila lounge areas, an entire tent dedicated to mezcal tasting and some of the best chefs and mixologists in the city, Top Taco has become the can’t-miss foodie event of the year.
Celebrity Chef Gordon Ramsay to open steakhouse in Lake Charles next month
Celebrity chef and TV personality Gordon Ramsay is opening a restaurant at the Horseshoe Lake Charles Hotel and Casino in Lake Charles, LA later this fall. The new restaurant, called Gordon Ramsay Steakhouse will be Ramsey's first first venture into Louisiana.
USW Local 620 hosts cookout for annual "NOLA to Angola" bike ride
The United Steelworkers Local 620 Union in Gonzales, LA held a cookout on Friday for participants of this year's "NOLA to Angola" bicycle ride. The union hall was one of NOLA to Angola's stops on their annual three-day, 170-mile bicycle ride fundraiser. Each year, NOLA to Angola starts their journey with a press conference in front the New Orleans Municipal Courthouse, then they bike from Orleans Parish to Angola Louisiana State Penitentiary. NOLA to Angola will make stops in Gonzales and St. Francisville before reaching Angola, biking in solidarity with families who travel long distances to connect with their incarcerated loved ones.
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Tina Howell is a credentialed writer, photographer, television and radio commentator and podcast host who covers sports, community events, and business news. She is a member of the PFWA, LSWA and Press Clubs of New Orleans and Baton Rouge.
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