Archive | October, 2011

ST. CECILIA’S ASYLUM CHORUS TO DEBUT ALL-STAR LINEUP AT PRESERVATION HALL

WITH SUNDAY MORNING PROGRAM OF TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN SPIRITUALS & GULF COAST RESTORATION OUTREACH Preservation Hall, Sunday, November 6, 11 a.m. Representing a broad cross-section of New Orleans’ ever-evolving music scene, St. Cecilia’s Asylum Chorus is a ten-piece vocal group whose membership includes Hannah Krieger-Benson (The Local Skank), Lucas Davenport (The New Orleans Bingo! Show), Helen [...]

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THE VOODOO EXPERIENCE PRESENTED BY STEPHEN REHAGE RE-TEAMS WITH GULF RESTORATION NETWORK TO RESTORE THE GULF

UPDATED FREE VOODOO iPHONE AND ANDROID APP AVAILABLE NOW AT iTUNES In just two days THE VOODOO EXPERIENCE PRESENTED BY STEPHEN REHAGE will once again take over New Orleans. In an effort to continue to raise awareness to the area both call home, this year’s VOODOO will again partner with the Gulf Restoration Network for [...]

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Tin Men to headline Nov. 18 concert

Southern Eagle providing Grand Laurent sparkling wine and Tin Roof beer WHO: The Historic New Orleans Collection WHAT: Concerts in the Courtyard with the Tin Men Sponsored by Southern Eagle with additional support from New Orleans Musicians Assistance Foundation WHEN: Friday, Nov. 18, 2011 6–8 p.m.; rain or shine Doors open at 5:30 p.m. In [...]

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School Choice Champions Elected to Louisiana Legislature and Board of Elementary and Secondary Education

The Louisiana Federation for Children today celebrated the victories of school choice supporters to the Louisiana Legislature and Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (BESE) during Saturday’s statewide primary elections. Through heavy investment and support in both Democratic and Republican races throughout the state, the LFC PAC played an important role in the success of [...]

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New Orleans Wine and Food Experience Donates Profits to Local Organizations

On Wednesday, October 25 the Board of Directors of the New Orleans Wine & Food Experience announced the fifteen local organizations to receive profits from the 2011 event to support their programs and foundations. The check presentation took place at 5:00 pm at the Second Harvest Food Bank “Harvest the Music” concert at Lafayette Square. [...]

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LIVE from Voodoo Music Experience: WTUL 91.5 FM and Free Yr Radio broadcast live from the Toyota Free Yr Radio Stage

Toyota Free Yr Radio supports and promotes independent radio with exclusive performances and interviews from Fitz and the Tantrums, Blind Pilot, Mates of State and more Marking its fifth consecutive year of supporting and promoting independent, non-commercial radio, Toyota’s Free Yr Radio program is bringing the Free Yr Radio Broadcast Stage inside Voodoo Music Experience [...]

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OLD SCHOOL MEETS NEW SCHOOL

St. Rose de Lima Alumni Recognize 2012 Re-Opening of Historic Buildings as Bayou Treme Center The alumni of St. Rose de Lima, a former Catholic church and elementary school on Esplanade Ridge, will recognize the 2012 re-opening of these historic buildings as the Bayou Treme Center. At their annual reunion on Oct. 29, the St. [...]

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Robert Kids Duathlon This Sunday October 30th

WHAT: The Robert Kids Duathlon is a Run-Bike-Run race for children ages 5 to 15. There are (3) different age divisions for the competition: * 5 – 7 year olds: ¼ mile run – 1.25 mile bike – ¼ mile run * 8 – 11 year olds: ½ mile run – 2.25 mile bike – [...]

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Big Days, Fresh Faces & New Wagers for Historic 140th Thoroughbred Racing Season

Horse racing fans have plenty of reason to be excited for the upcoming milestone 140th Thoroughbred Racing Season at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, from the growing number of major stakes days to the addition of at least a dozen new trainers, not to mention an expanded and improved Wagering Menu. The nation’s third-oldest [...]

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The 6th Annual Golf Classic benefitting The First Tee of Greater New Orleans

The 6th Annual Golf Classic benefitting The First Tee of Greater New Orleans (TFTGNO) will be held on November 17, 2011 at TPC Louisiana, 11001 Lapalco Boulevard, Avondale, LA 70094. TFTGNO is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit youth development organization. Our mission is to impact the lives of young people by providing educational programs that build [...]

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