Tenacious Talent
The music industry knocks down more than it lifts up. But for Maggie Koerner, a bluesy singer/songwriter who has done more than her fair share of time in the trenches of the music machine, talent was never in question and…
Culture
Recipe from Jeremy Langlois
Executive chef of Latil’s Landing, Houmas House Plantation in Ascension Parish
Greg Arceneaux
Master craftsman in the Creole and Acadian styles
Cruisin’ the Crescent - March 2013
By the time you read this all of the events I’m about to discuss will be over, but I have no doubt in my mind that this time in New Orleans won’t be forgotten. I am writing this right before…
Baiting the Hook in Plaquemines Parish
Hope and despair where the river meets the Gulf
New Orleans Museum of Art’s 47th “Odyssey Ball”
Giant milk cartons and weeds growing out of the floor are not the usual sights at the New Orleans Museum of Art, but at this year’s “Odyssey Ball,” NOMA’s annual black-tie fundraiser, they were showcased as part of the museum’s…
“Just Say YAYA 2012” Raises Funds to Develop Young, Local Artists
“Art for youth’s Sake” was the name of the game in November at “Just Say YAYA 2012,” the annual art show and fundraiser benefiting Young Aspirations, Young Artists, an after-school program that fosters artistic and professional development in New Orleans…
Dress for Success Empowers Disadvantaged Women
Entering the professional world is challenging for everyone, but for disadvantaged women who lack support and funding the challenges may seem insurmountable. But Dress for Success, an international nonprofit that provides free professional attire, a support network and most importantly…
The National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Louisiana Branch Raises Funds for Research and
No city knows rebirth like New Orleans does, making it the perfect setting for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s Louisiana Branch to host its annual “Renaissance Party” on Friday, November 9. Adrianne Casbarian, Logan Howcott and Chad Graci chaired the…
“Crimestoppers Carnivale” Gathers Supporters for Proactive Crime Programs
Angels, devils and Saints players convened at Mardi Gras World Eastbank to fight crime. Mardi Gras came early with the “Crimestoppers Carnivale,” themed “Saints and Sinners” on Saturday, November 10, 2012. A patron party was held at the Mardi Gras…
Hermann-Grima + Gallier Historic Houses Society’s “Fall Gala”
New Orleans is filled with historic architecture and landmarks, but not much is said about the people who safeguard these landmarks. Cue the Historic Houses Society, dedicated to preserving New Orleans’ history for all to enjoy. On Wednesday, November 14,…
Eden House’s Inaugural “A Night in the Garden of Eden” Fundraiser
The mission of Eden House is a simple one: to provide a home, a family and a chance to those who need it most. At what will now be their annual fundraiser, “A Night in the Garden of Eden,” hosted…
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