Jul
23
Good Time Had by All at “Go 4th on the River”
July 23, 2008
By Marica Mackenroth
One of the greatest things about living in New Orleans is the abundance of celebration and events. Residents see each and every event as a chance to celebrate their heritage and come together as people.
This year, the city celebrated Independence Day with true New Orleans grace and style.
Each year, the Riverfront Marketing Group [...]
Jul
8
Plan to be in New Orleans for Satchmo Summerfest…the premier American jazz festival dedicated to the life, music and legacy of New Orleans’ native son, Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong. This free community event is produced by the same great organization that produces French Quarter Festival and Christmas New Orleans Style!
The event features live, local music on [...]
Jul
4
ERROL’S COMMENTARY: NEW ORLEANS: JULY 4, 1776
July 4, 2008
by Errol Laborde
* July 4th was on a Thursday in 1776 so it would have been a busy day for fishermen who were preparing to bring their catches to the markets in Catholic New Orleans for the next day’s meatless Friday.
*Louisiana’s Spanish governor, Luis de Unzaga, was secretly helping the American cause by arranging for [...]
