Annual White Linen Night ~ August 2nd

Browse the super fab art galleries in the Warehouse/Art District on NOLA's annual White Linen Night.... Saturday, August 2nd. This free event has become a tradition each summer. Just head over to the 300 to 600 blocks of Julia Street. While wandering in & out of the galleries, you will also get to enjoy live music being played outside. Of course, there will be food and drinks available for purchase provided by 7 on Fulton, New Orleans Ice Cream, Bombay Club, Ye Old Kettle Cooker, Nirvana Indian Cuisine, Cool Brew Coffee, etc.

An afterparty will be hosted at the Contemporary Arts Center beginning at 9:00 pm. Tickets are $10. Admission is free for CAC members.

Remember to save your "dirty" clothes to wear for Royal Street's Dirty Linen Night the following Saturday :)

White Linen Night
Saturday, August 2nd, 2008
300 to 600 block of Julia Street
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Warehouse/Art District
New Orleans, LA
http://www.cacno.org/special/event/2008/08/white+linen/

Rain date Saturday, August 9th

Official post party @ CAC
900 Camp Street
9:00 pm to Midnight

Satchmo Summerfest ~ July 31st to August 3rd

Time for the incredible Satchmo Summerfest in the French Quarter! It is the 8th annual celebration of Louis Armstrong. You will be able to enjoy tons of amazing jazz music on four stages, inside the Old US Mint. There are many seminars scheduled, such as Cinematic Satch: Louis Armstrong on Film with Ricky Riccardi and Red Beans and Ricely…HIS! hosted by the legendary Leah Chase (of Dooky Chase restaurant) accompanied by the singing of her talented daughter. All this fun is FREE!

Satchmo Summerfest
July 31st to August 3rd, 2008
Thursday thru Sunday
Old US Mint
French Quarter
New Orleans, LA
Phone : ( 504 ) 522-5730 or ( 800 ) 673-5725
http://www.fqfi.org/satchmosummerfest/

Photos courtesy of French Quarter Festivals, Inc

Wonderful quote about the French Quarter

My lovely friend, Andrea, shared a great quote about the French Quarter. I liked it so much that I wanted to share it with you too :)

I am currently reading Fabulous New Orleans. It was first published in 1928, so obviously some opinions, etc., are dated, but it has some interesting parts for die-hard New Orleans lovers.

“My advice to you is to stay for a while in the old section of the city, sit for a time in Jackson Square and let the old world charm you. Give the atmosphere a chance to lull you. Take your time and wander slowly; look twice at the old houses, they are worth it. Talk to the beggars in the street; talk to any one you chance to meet. The natives of the Quarter are pleasant people and they will gladly tell you anything they happen to know."

— Lyle Saxon
Fabulous New Orleans

Photo ~ The beautiful St Louis Cathedral anchoring Jackson Square in the French Quarter

Fleur De Lis tattoo honoring New Orleans

A marvelous Nola-Blog reader sent in this photo of their Fleur De Lis tattoo! He proudly displays the cool black and gray body art on his arm in honor of New Orleans :) Thank you for sharing your ink!

K-Ville television show has been canceled

Many of you have been asking about the New Orleans based tv show, K-Ville. Fox has officially canceled the series. :( Rumor has it that star, Anthony Anderson, is in talks to join the cast of NBC's Law & Order.

Photos ~

1. Anthony Anderson & Cole Hauser, stars of K-Ville

2. Cast of KVille television show

Four New Orleans Theme Desktop Wallpapers

Every now & then we post some New Orleans theme wallpapers you can use for inspiration. They are quite popular. So today, we thought we would give you four new backgrounds to enjoy. OK... actually we needed to clear-up some space on our computer. But we really think you'll like them anyway, ha ha!

The first two images are some amazing architectural details you see on all the best buildings in NOLA. New Orleans is known for amazing homes and buildings. One graphic is a beautiful entrance gate with a gold Fleur De Lis. The 2nd photo wallpaper is a very famous landmark sign that is right in front of the Cafe Du Monde (Jackson Square location). Mmmmm.... beignets!

Next, to kind of change gears, we thought we would do a wallpaper presenting some grand historical value. It's a map of Olde New Orleans from 1728. Wow, a 280 year old map!

The last wallpaper is one of my favorites. It's a vintage postcard of the Old Absinthe House ~ a very famous building in the French Quarter. It looks like a colored black & white photo with a great "Vintage Look".

We hope you enjoy these FREE, New Orleans computer desktop backgrounds! :) Please... consider using them to brighten your PC/Mac desktop themes, websites, Facebook page or use in a MySpace Layout. Simply, click on any of the images above for larger versions to save and use.

Another Lovely Fleur De Lis Tattoo

Here is a great close up photo of a lovely Fleur De Lis tattoo! :)

BOO!!!

Love this photo ~ he definitely has the spirit! Pushing a shopping cart of pumpkins through the storied New Orleans streets of the French Quarter. HAPPY HALLOWEEN to all :)

Bywater Art Market on the 3rd Saturday of each month

The next Bywater Art Market will be on Saturday, October 20th. It is held on the 3rd Saturday of each month. Paintings, jewelry, photography, scarves, sculptures, drawings, watercolors, garments and much more. There will be book signings by local authors Brad Benischeck and Ken Foster. Live music and food as well. Artists are also encouraged to apply to show your work!

Bywater Art Market

Saturday ~ 10/20/07

Markey Park

Royal Street and Peity Street

9:00 AM to 4:00 PM

( 504 ) 944-7900

Email : BywaterArtMarket@aol.com

Schedule for the rest of 2007 ~ November 17th and December 15th

Cool New Orleans & Fleur De Lis Tattoo

A beautiful, colorful tattoo ~ featuring "NOLA," a Fleur de Lis, skull and crescent, among other images. This lovely piece of body art belongs to James Hand. :) Feel free to share your New Orleans artwork with us too..... paintings, drawings, tattoos, photos, etc!

Does Tawny Cypress look familiar?

While watching "K-Ville" did you find yourself thinking ~ "Where have I seen her before???" If you have watched the tv series "Heroes" then you do recognize Tawny Cypress. Tawny played Simone Deveaux on that fan favorite.... may she rest in peace!

Now, she is part of the Kville cast as New Orleans police officer Ginger "Love Tap" LeBeau. Hmmmm.... is it just a coincidence that her old show & new show air opposite each other? :) Same exact day & time (Monday @ 8:00 PM CST). Interesting!

Tawny has also appeared on "Third Watch," "Love Monkey," "All My Children" and in the film "Autumn in New York" just to name a few.

By the way ~ if you have somehow managed to miss K-Ville's pilot episode, or just want to see it again, Fox is rebroadcasting it tomorrow night. That is Friday, September 28th @ 8:00 PM CST.

Lucky Dogs, Anyone?!?!!?

When I see the "Lucky Dogs" carts, I know for sure that I am in New Orleans! :)

Photos from the New NOLA Based K-Ville TV Show

Photos of Cole Hauser, Anthony Anderson, Tawny Cypress, Blake Shields and John Carroll Lynch ~ the stars of Fox's new tv show, Kville ~ by popular request! :)

New Orleans Saints in NFL Season Opener!

The New Orleans Saints were chosen to appear in the NFL's season opener! Saints vs Indianapolis Colts, tonight 9/6/07 @ 7:30pm (CST) on NBC. Just wish the game was being played in NOLA, instead of Indianapolis.

Geaux Saints!!!

http://www.neworleanssaints.com/

Dooky Chase's Restaurant Reopening!

After two long years, Dooky Chase's Restaurant is reopening soon! A good sign is that they recently held a job fair, accepting applications from prospective employees. For a while, we feared that Dooky's would be another casualty of Hurricane Katrina. Unfortunately, the restaurant ~ which had 4 to 6 feet of flood water ~ was under insured. The Chase family worked tirelessly to slowly but surely revive their beloved business. Also, many fundraisers, donations & volunteers came forward to help. They were not willing to see this historic restaurant fade away. It has been a vital part of the Treme neighborhood and NOLA since 1941. Thank you to all who contributed in any way! :)

The heart of the restaurant, and its recovery, is Chef Leah Chase. All I can say is that I can only dream of having the courage, determination and energy that she embodies ~ now or in my 80's. :) She has feed delicious food to locals, famous folks, tourists.... anyone who was hungry for home cooking. It is good to know that Chef Chase will be able to do so for many more years!

If you would like to send words of encouragement &/or donations ~
Leah Chase
PO Box 791716
New Orleans, LA 70179

Make opening night a huge success and show your support!
Dooky Chase's Restaurant
2301 Orleans Avenue
( 504 ) 821-0535

Website ~ www.dookychaserestaurant.com