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Shrimp & Petroleum Festival in Morgan City

Celebrate Labor Day weekend at the Shrimp and Petroleum Festival in Morgan City, Louisiana. September 1st - 5th. Labor Day weekend is here, and what better way to spend your time off than with some Cajun music and delicious food? The Shrimp and Petroleum Festival is this weekend, September 1st – 5th in the downtown historic district of Morgan City, Louisiana. If you can only make it out to the… Read More »

The 2011-2012 Broadway Season Is Almost Here!

The new season of Broadway in New Orleans is nearly upon us, and this year promises a host of great shows to visit the Crescent City. From comedy to 80’s hair band rock, and Rodgers & Hammerstein to Disney, the 2011 – 2012 season of Broadway in New Orleans has something for everyone! The Addams Family: September 15th – 24th Rock of Ages: November 1st – 6th South Pacific: November… Read More »

The New Orleans 48 Hour Film Project 2011

Many know that New Orleans is a filmmaking town. With attractive tax breaks and beautiful scenery and culture, New Orleans has provided the perfect backdrop for several Hollywood films and television shows. Last weekend, the Crescent City played host to a different kind of filmmaking: The New Orleans 48 Hour Film Project. Small teams came together to write, shoot, edit and score an entire film in just 48 hours! Teams… Read More »

The 2011-2012 Saints: New Faces, New Facility

Another year of the WHO DAT nation’s rise to fame is upon us as the New Orleans Saints kick off another promising season for 2011. The Saints are ready to reestablish themselves as the number one team in the NFL once again, after the heartbreaking loss against the Seattle Seahawks ended last season a bit too early. Defense Coordinator Greg Williams plans to re-emphasize the importance of defense and has… Read More »

Dirty Linen Night in the French Quarter

Did you visit White Linen Night last weekend? Well, keep those clothes handy. This weekend, you can wear those same duds to the Dirty Linen Night in the French Quarter. Playing off the White Linen Night art gallery idea, Dirty Linen Night is the “offbeat antithesis” art party featuing artists, galleries, shops and boutiques on Royal Street (and surrounding streets) in the French Quarter. This year is the 10th anniversary,… Read More »

White Linen Night this Saturday, Aug. 6th

Julia Street becomes one big art opening and outdoor celebration on Saturday, August 6th, 2011 from 6 – 9 p.m. Let me tell you something that you will not find surprising. It’s hot outside! Participants in the White Linen Night know it’s warm; that’s why everyone dresses in white. Beyond the attire, what can you expect at the White Linen Night on Julia Street? Art, of course. Galleries and studios… Read More »

Satchmo SummerFest Begins This Week!

The 11th Annual Satchmo SummerFest will be August 4th – 7th, 2011 at the Louisiana State Museum's Old U.S. Mint in the French Quarter. Get ready for it. The Satchmo SummerFest is back with enough jazz music, special events and great food to help you beat the heat. The 11th Annual Satchmo SummerFest kicks off at Muriel’s Jackson Square on Louis Armstrong’s birthday, Thursday, August 4th! The evening will feature… Read More »

Rockin’ on the River

Come Rock the Boat at a benefit for NOLA Pay It Forward on Wednesday, July 27th at 5 - 8:30 p.m. New Orleans and the state of Louisiana have faced difficult times, but instead of feeling down about it, we throw great benefit parties! Join Rockin' Dopsie Jr. and the Yat Pack dockside at the Rockin' on the River party featuring fabulous food by top local restaurants, cocktails, wine and… Read More »

Volunteer at the 2011 Satchmo Summerfest

Volunteer Registration Is Now Open! Satchmo Summerfest has officially opened registration for this year's festival. Both individuals and teams are needed. If you are interested in signing up a team, you will need everyone's information before you begin registration. (name, email, cell phone, emergency contact, t-shirt size) A team consists of 4 people and must have a designated "team leader" working with the group. Remember - shifts fill FAST, so… Read More »

Go 4th on the River 2011

Go 4th on the River celebrates its 21st year of festivities in 2011! At Go 4th on the River, celebrate Independence Day with a fireworks display ranked in the Top 5 by the American Pyrotechnic Association. The Dueling Barges Fireworks Extravaganza will start at 9 p.m. on Monday night. The French Quarter will have plenty of activities to keep visitors busy before the fireworks begin, including live music at the… Read More »