Happy Weekend! Here are some hot things to do this cold 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!
'10 Bouchard Aine & Fils Pouilly-Fuisse'
'11 Poggio Anima Uriel Silcilia Grillo
'09 L'Ecume Oregon Pinot Noir
'09 Antigal Uno Malbec
'11 Penfolds Bin 2 Shiraz Mourvedre
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.
*What do you get when you combine two creative, passionate wine geeks with a love of Napa Valley and an absolute devotion to experiencing all that is good about their native city? Vending Machine Winery is the love child of Monica Bourgeois and Neil Gernon, native New Orleanians who bring a local twist to their small production, high quality yet incredibly affordable Napa Valley Wines. Monica & Neil will be at Swirl for the Friday Free For All as we taste the brand spankin' new vintages of the Crooked Mayor Cabernet, the Double Shotgun, the crazy good new Horror Show blend and the 2009 Loula's Revenge Chardonnay.
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!
Donati Sorelle per Sempre Chardonnay Central Coast 2011 (California)
Chateau les Tuileries Bordeaux Blanc Sec 2010 (France) $12.99
Caparzo Sangiovese 2010 (Italy)
Domaine Gérard Mugneret Bourgogne Passetoutgrain 2010 (France)
Friday Artsy Fun!
Crafters Paradise: Selections from the Louisiana Crafts Guild
The Arts Council of New Orleans showcases some of the finest crafts persons from Louisiana in a group show currently on display in the Arts Council's Gallery ( 935 Gravier St.)
Featuring the work of Anita Ahrens, Amy Anderson, Greg Arceneaux, Annette Aucion, Rosalyn Bernard, Susan Breeland, Luann Duhon, Michelle Fontenot, John Gargano, Michelle Hudelot, Emma Hughes, Pat Juneau, Cynthia Kilgore, Laura Glen Lawson, Mandie Lucas, Terry Palmer, Andrew Jackson Pollack, Mark Sanders, and David and Emily Wortman.
The show will run through March 31st. A special reception will be held tonight from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. with food, drink, and fun for all. We invite all guild members and craft enthusiasts to view this exciting show!
Sunday Fun!
The Italian's are coming!! It's the Italian-American Marching Club Pre-Parade Celebration at the Piazza D'Italia (300 Poydras). Celebrate with Queen Gilberti, plus honorees Frank Stallone, Vince Pastore and Chef David Greco!! There's going to be delicious food, wine and music! Come out and celebrate from 11:00 am to Noon!!
Fun All Weekend Long!!
It's Nola Girl Jam 2013 - Tonight through Sunday!! A weekend of oodles of dancing to (and with) our incredible local lady talent! Check out the amazing schedule below - and click NOLA Girl Jam for all the fun info!!
Friday
8-9pm Pre-Show Cocktail Party - FREE COCKTAILS FOR TICKETS HOLDERS!
Location: Old US Mint Jazz Theatre - 400 Esplanade Ave
Details: Free cocktails available to ticket holders for one hour 8-9pm only.
9pm-12am
WELCOME TO THE JAZZ AGE
Location: Old US Mint Jazz Theatre - 400 Esplanade Ave
Details: Ben Polcer & friends lead an impressive line-up of local lady talent including; Kristina Morales, Miss Sophie Lee, Margie Perez, Sarah Peterson. The evening will also feature a best dressed contest, performances by chorus girls, burlesque beauties, & open social dancing all night long.
Saturday
10am **Women in History Tour
Location: Courtyard of Antoinnes Annex Coffee Shop - 500 Block of Royal
Daytime Events at The Old US Mint
12:30- 1:30pm Connecting to Jazz rhythms AND a dance partner with Andy Reid
1:30-1:45pm Women in Jazz Talk by Jazz Park
2:00-3:30pm Concert and Dance with Aurora Nealand's Royal Roses
Location: Old US Mint Jazz Theatre - 400 Esplanade Ave
8-9pm
Pre-Show Cocktail Party - FREE COCKTAILS FOR TICKETS HOLDERS!
Location: Old US Mint Jazz Theatre - 400 Esplanade Ave
Details: Free cocktails available to ticket holders for one hour 8-9pm only.
9pm-12am
RETURN TO STORYVILLE
Location: Old US Mint Jazz Theatre - 400 Esplanade Ave.
Details: Ben Polcer & friends lead an impressive line-up of local lady talent including;, Debbie Davis, Sasha Masakowski, Pfister Sisters, and Marla Dixon. The evening will also feature a costume contest, performances by chorus girls, burlesque beauties, an All-Girl Solo Charleston Contest, and open social dancing on a smooth wood floor.
Sunday
Dance Classes
11- 12pm Solo Charleston with Nathalie Gomes-Adams
12:15-1:15 Solo Jazz Movement with Giselle Anguizola
1:30-2:30 Burlesque for Modest Girls with Bella Blue
Location: Old US Mint Jazz Theatre - 400 Esplanade Ave.
5-7:30pm
Jazz Happy Hour w/ an All Girl Jazz Band!
Location: Three Muses, 536 Frenchmen St
Details: Local ladies play traditional jazz for your listening pleasure. Come enjoy our best female jazz talent, eat some delicious tapas, sip tasty drinks.
6pm - Late
Frenchmen Street Club Crawl
Location: Various clubs along Frenchmen St (between Royal & Decatur)
Details: Stroll along New Orleans famed music street and dance in and out of DBA, The Spotted Cat, Three Muses, Maison, Yuki and more. No cover anywhere. ALWAYS BUY a drink, TIP the band, and TIP your bartender.
It's Soul Fest at the Audubon Zoo - Saturday and Sunday!!
Greek Steppers, Mardi Gras Indians and a special second line will all be a part of the 10th Anniversary celebration! Visitors will enjoy authentic soul food prepared by local restaurants and caterers, and in addition to our exciting collection of exotic animals, kids will enjoy hands on activities at the Kid's Cultural tent. Visitors of all ages can receive free wellness information from local health organizations. Visitors can also purchase a special commemorative 10th Anniversary Soul Fest tee shirt!
Locals can also join us in honoring African American Firsts Dr. Charles C. Teamer, Sr., St. John Parish Sheriff Mike Tregre, George LaFargue, Jr., Rev. Doctor Ernest Marcelle, Jr., and Kelsey Joseph.
ENTERTAINMENT
Saturday
11:15am JAM-ALL
12:00pm Tara Alexander
1:00pm Faith V
2:00pm Mia Borders
2:50pm Greek Show
3:15pm Zena Moses and Rue Fiya
4:15pm Michael “Soulman” Baptiste
Sunday, March 3, 2013
11:15am Golden Comanche Mardi Gras Indians
12:00pm African American First Tribute Dr. Corey Hebert, Guest Emcee’
12:45pm Aisha Boyd (Get Yah Praise On Gospel Showcase)
1:30pm Erica Falls
2:30pm Gina Brown (G Slide Mob)
3:20pm Soul Train Line
4:00pm Grammy Award Nominee - Luke James
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
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Friday, March 1, 2013
Monday, October 1, 2012
Happy Monday - Dine for the Arts and Lots of Music!
Happy Monday - Okay, so we had another loss....cheer yourself up with some great food and music this evening!
Start things off with Dine Around for the Arts - Are you looking for a fun new way to support the arts? All you have to do is eat! Tonight the following restaurants will donate 10% of their proceeds to the Arts Council of New Orleans. Go enjoy some delicious food for a great cause!
Atchafalaya
901 Louisiana Ave. (504) 891-9626
Contemporary Creole cuisine in a historic, enchanting setting.
Bouligny Tavern
3641 Magazine St. (504) 891-1810
A wine bar with premium cocktails, fine dining small plates and table service.
Chad's Bistro
3216 West Esplanade (504) 838-9935
A large menu of Italian dishes, seafood and steaks in a casual family setting.
Fresco Cafe
7625 Maple St. (504) 862-6363
Italian pizza, pasta, salads, sandwiches with a casual neighborhood vibe.
High Hat Cafe
4500 Freret St. (504)754-1336
A casual neighborhood spot serving food from the Mississippi Delta and LA.
Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar and Restaurant
701 Tchoupitoulas St. (504) 523-8995
Midway Pizza
7425 Freret St. (504) 322-2815
Deep dish specialty pizza and neighborhood bar.
Nacho Mama's
1000 S. Clearview Pkwy. (504) 255-6201
A Mexican grill with unique flavors at affordable prices in a fun environment.
O'Brien's Grille
2020 A Belle Chasse Hwy. (504) 391-7229
Fine dining on the West Bank featuring prime steak and grilled seafood.
Ralph's on the Park
900 City Park Ave. (504) 488-1000
Fine dining that delivers the freshest spins on eclectic comfort cuisine.
Rotolo's Pizzeria on S. Rampart
514 S. Rampart St. (504) 528-2556
A local pizzeria with Louisiana inspired Italian food.
The Country Club
634 Louisa St. (504) 900-1425
A focus on American bistro flavors using fresh Gulf Coast ingredients.
The Grill Room at Windsor Court
300 Gravier St. (504) 522-1994
Continental fine dining with a southern flair.
The Joint
701 Mazant St. (504) 949-3232
Nationally acclaimed slow smoked barbecue.
The Velvet Cactus
6300 Argonne Blvd. (504) 301-2083
Mexican restaurant displaying/selling art from local artists.
Vincent's Italian Cuisine
4411 Chastant St. (504) 885-2984
Classic Italian and local seafood prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients.
RSVP TODAY! For more info, call 504-523-1465 or email dinearoundarts@gmail.com
Monday Night Music
And while your Uptown - Enjoy some cocktail porch sippin' over at the Columns Hotel (3811 St. Charles)....Tonight David Doucet of fame BeauSoleil performs at 8:00 pm!
Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) has a great Monday night show with Phil DeGruy at 8:00 pm with NO COVER....and be sure to come hungry for some delicious pizza and other Italian goodness from Garage Pizza!
Lots of fun around Frenchmen Street!
BMC (1331 Decatur) has a great early show at 6:00 pm with Lil Red and Big Bad...then stay on for the next show at 9:30 with Smoky Greenwell's Blues Jam!!
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 Kristina 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 your 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
Start things off with Dine Around for the Arts - Are you looking for a fun new way to support the arts? All you have to do is eat! Tonight the following restaurants will donate 10% of their proceeds to the Arts Council of New Orleans. Go enjoy some delicious food for a great cause!
Atchafalaya
901 Louisiana Ave. (504) 891-9626
Contemporary Creole cuisine in a historic, enchanting setting.
Bouligny Tavern
3641 Magazine St. (504) 891-1810
A wine bar with premium cocktails, fine dining small plates and table service.
Chad's Bistro
3216 West Esplanade (504) 838-9935
A large menu of Italian dishes, seafood and steaks in a casual family setting.
Fresco Cafe
7625 Maple St. (504) 862-6363
Italian pizza, pasta, salads, sandwiches with a casual neighborhood vibe.
High Hat Cafe
4500 Freret St. (504)754-1336
A casual neighborhood spot serving food from the Mississippi Delta and LA.
Lucy's Retired Surfers Bar and Restaurant
701 Tchoupitoulas St. (504) 523-8995
Midway Pizza
7425 Freret St. (504) 322-2815
Deep dish specialty pizza and neighborhood bar.
Nacho Mama's
1000 S. Clearview Pkwy. (504) 255-6201
A Mexican grill with unique flavors at affordable prices in a fun environment.
O'Brien's Grille
2020 A Belle Chasse Hwy. (504) 391-7229
Fine dining on the West Bank featuring prime steak and grilled seafood.
Ralph's on the Park
900 City Park Ave. (504) 488-1000
Fine dining that delivers the freshest spins on eclectic comfort cuisine.
Rotolo's Pizzeria on S. Rampart
514 S. Rampart St. (504) 528-2556
A local pizzeria with Louisiana inspired Italian food.
The Country Club
634 Louisa St. (504) 900-1425
A focus on American bistro flavors using fresh Gulf Coast ingredients.
The Grill Room at Windsor Court
300 Gravier St. (504) 522-1994
Continental fine dining with a southern flair.
The Joint
701 Mazant St. (504) 949-3232
Nationally acclaimed slow smoked barbecue.
The Velvet Cactus
6300 Argonne Blvd. (504) 301-2083
Mexican restaurant displaying/selling art from local artists.
Vincent's Italian Cuisine
4411 Chastant St. (504) 885-2984
Classic Italian and local seafood prepared with the finest and freshest ingredients.
RSVP TODAY! For more info, call 504-523-1465 or email dinearoundarts@gmail.com
Monday Night Music
And while your Uptown - Enjoy some cocktail porch sippin' over at the Columns Hotel (3811 St. Charles)....Tonight David Doucet of fame BeauSoleil performs at 8:00 pm!
Chickie Wah Wah (2828 Canal) has a great Monday night show with Phil DeGruy at 8:00 pm with NO COVER....and be sure to come hungry for some delicious pizza and other Italian goodness from Garage Pizza!
Lots of fun around Frenchmen Street!
BMC (1331 Decatur) has a great early show at 6:00 pm with Lil Red and Big Bad...then stay on for the next show at 9:30 with Smoky Greenwell's Blues Jam!!
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 Kristina 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 your 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
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