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Fall festival season is almost here!

Gentilly Fest 2024 Oct. 11-13 NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Celebrate Gentilly Fest Oct. 11, 12 and 13. Head over to Pontchartrain Park playground, corner of Press and Prentiss drives, for

Trebay will be joined in conversation by longtime friend and former New York Times reporter Diane Sustendal. The two will regale guests with stories from the ’70s and then open the floor to a Q&A.

Book Event for Guy Trebay's "Do Something: Coming of Age Amid The Glitter and Doom of '70s New York" NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The Garden District Book Shop will host reporter, critic and author Guy Trebay on Sept. 28 to celebrate the release of his

Spooky season is right around the corner!

Shop Local This Spooky Season After a long, hot summer, several beloved shops on Magazine Street have permanently shut their doors. We can opine over the reasons (maybe the economy or the

Alyssa Quinn is a second-generation real estate agent with an aptitude she never expected. Utilizing her experience as an educator, Alyssa is able to explain complex market shifts and long-term sales planning in a way that all of her clients can understand.

Learn more at https://www.myneworleans.com/alyssa-quinn/

The New Orleans tasting will feature over ten food stations, speciality cocktails, sponsor and partner activations.

James Beard Foundation Hosts Taste America Culinary Series in New Orleans NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The James Beard Foundation, the organization behind the James Beard Awards, announces that its Taste America culinary series

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🗓️ Saturday, October 5, 2024 @ 1pm
💖Annual pink themed bar crawl
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The New Orleans Storyville Museum, features 7,000 square feet of vibrant exhibits that showcase the rich cultural heritage of New Orleans and its infamous red-light district known as Storyville.

New Orleans Storyville Museum Opens in French Quarter NEW ORLEANS (press release) - A new, interactive museum that explores the colorful and storied past of New Orleans is now open in the French Quarter.  The New

The new blends and varieties will be officially unveiled and celebrated at The Vintage’s New Orleans and Baton Rouge locations in celebration of National Coffee Day on Sunday, Sept. 29.

The Vintage Restaurant and Café Introduces Signature Roasted Coffee NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The Vintage Restaurant and Café has introduced its first ever signature line of coffee, featuring coffee beans that are

A twelve-day showstopper extravaganza with over thirteen featured events from art installations to day-long themed festivals, the Pensacola Foo Foo Festival is the nexus spot for culture, food, and most of all, music, soundtracking your cool Autumn nights with light and life.

Learn more at https://www.myneworleans.com/the-sounds-of-pensacola-foo-foo-festival-2024/

Martin will be joined in conversation by her friend, audio producer, writer and editor Eve Abrams. The two will discuss all things Bayou and then open the floor to a Q&A.

The Garden District Book Shop Hosts Launch of Melissa Martin's New Cookbook NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The Garden District Book Shop will welcome back award-winning author of "Mosquito Supper Club" Melissa Martin on Sept. 26 as she

Every purchase of the calendar supports WeHelp NOLA, a nonprofit dedicated to offering free mental wellness services to service industry workers through affordable membership programs with participating restaurant owners.

New Nude Chef Calendar Jiggly Bits to Benefit Mental Wellness in the New Orleans Service Industry NEW ORLEANS (press release) – New Orleans-based food photographer Kat Kimball, in partnership with the local creative agency Ganza, announced the release of

Our Halloween fright blog Scream Time continues with a look at Fright Trail.

FRIGHT TRAIL: Twenty Acres of Homegrown Horror Celebrating its lucky number thirteenth year, FRIGHT TRAIL in Scott, LA is the brainchild of Rich Hanf, a devoted disciple of the Church of Halloween.

The New Orleans Opera announces its upcoming season in bold, bombastic fashion with a presentation of Puccini’s Tosca and an opening night 'A Night In Italy’ on September 27. ⁠
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Learn more about the perfect date night opportunity at https://www.myneworleans.com/new-orleans-opera-presents-a-night-in-italy/
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The brand is accepting nominations now through Oct. 3, where entrants can share stories about their families and explain their need for new home furnishings from Ashley.

Ashley Partners with Demario Davis, Launches Delivering Dreams Contest NEW ORLEANS (press release) –  Ashley, North American furniture and mattress retailer, announces the inaugural year of Delivering Dreams, a community

The Trust Us series is a culinary experience with only 16 seats available for each dinner.

Palm&Pine’s Exclusive Dinner Party Series Continues This Week NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Over the past few months, the husband-and-wife chef duo behind Palm&Pine, Amarys and Jordan Herndon, have been hosting an

✨️ GIVEAWAY ✨️ Enter to win a VIP Package to the Houston Ballet on Oct 19th at the Mahalia Jackson Theater! Link below ⬇️

https://www.myneworleans.com/giveaways/

Concert-goers are encouraged to purchase tickets in advance due to anticipated popularity of the event and size of the historic setting.

Rhythm & Roses Kicks Off Fall Festivities at BK House Cleary’s performance, presented in part by NOLA x NOLA, will be the start of the popular spring Rhythm & Roses series that’s premiering this

Mr. Ricks will sign his new book, “Retirement Deserves a Helpful Hand — A Guide to the Destination You Deserve.”

Blue Cypress Books Presents A Book Signing with Gregory Ricks NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Blue Cypress Books hosts a book signing with financial expert and author Gregory Ricks on Saturday, Sept. 21, at 2 p.m.  Mr.

Join us at on Thursday, September 26th for happy hour! Sip on cocktails, sample light bites, enjoy live music, AND be entered to win 2 Gretna Fest passes. RSVP in the 🔗 below!

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Storm watching, in this week's Editors Room.

Covering Francine: When the Media Stormed the Beach Q: What did my dinner last night have in common with watching TV coverage of Hurricane Francine?

In-person screenings will take place at The Broad Theater, Contemporary Art Center and The Prytania Theatres (plus, virtually through the NOFF Virtual Cinema, available globally).

The 35th Annual New Orleans Film Festival Adds Five New Titles Including Conclave as Closing Night NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The New Orleans Film Society (NOFS) has announced the addition of five curated films to the in-person lineup for the 35th

For people considering adding a pool to their backyard, the cooler weather months are the ideal time to start the process so it will be ready once spring comes.

Pool Time It may seem counterintuitive to think about swimming pools as fall is arriving, but for people considering adding a pool to their backyard, the cooler weather

Representatives of the museum will work to strengthen existing collaboration and establish new partnerships with the Taichung Jazz Festival, music organizations, record labels, jazz clubs, music clubs, the U.S. Embassy and more.

New Orleans Jazz Museum Jazz International Initiative Expands to Taiwan NEW ORLEANS (press release) – The New Orleans Jazz Museum announced a collaborative partnership with Taiwan as part of the Jazz International initiative. 

Try this comfort food dish for a classic Sunday supper.

Comfort Zone *Note: Use store-bought candied pecans for a quick and easy alternative.

The donation will be used to provide financial assistance to families facing financial burden to help cover the cost of necessities like food, medication and housing.

Hyundai Hope on Wheels Donates $100,000 to Children’s Hospital New Orleans NEW ORLEANS (press release) – September is National Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month and Children’s Hospital New Orleans is proud to announce a $100,000

The menu includes The Bower Caesar; Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe basil and horseradish pesto; and a 12- ounce Herb and Mustard Crusted Prime Rib, plus optional wine pairings.

The Bower to Host Two Prime Rib Nights This Month NEW ORLEANS (press release) – For two nights only, The Bower will host a special Prime Rib Night, showcasing the king of beef with a crown of flavor.

Ben Depp is part of a group show at Claire Elizabeth Gallery, September 26 to November 11.

Artist Profile: Ben Depp With land loss in Louisiana happening at an alarming rate, the work of photographer Ben Depp has special significance. Depp’s arresting aerial images of

Proceeds from Beignet Fest will go toward local nonprofit organizations that provide quality programs for children on the spectrum.

Beignet Fest Announces Food Vendors for 2024 Festival NEW ORLEANS (press release) – Beignet Fest returns Saturday, Nov. 16, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at City Park’s Festival Grounds with a mouthwatering menu