HOOTENANNY – Dance Yourself Silly March 11

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FOOT STOMPIN’ BOOT SLAPPIN’ GOOD TIME
Hootenanny Barn Dance Benefit
PUT ON YOUR DANCING SHOES TO SUPPORT TEENS GROWING FOOD FOR NEW ORLEANS!

Grow Dat Youth Farm | 150 Zachary Taylor Drive, New Orleans, LA 70124 | T. 504 300 1132

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Join your neighbors on Friday, March 11, from 6:30-10 PM for the Hootenanny, a barn dance benefit for Grow Dat Youth Farm!

 

Party with Jeffery Broussard and the Creole Cowboys, Lost in the Holler and My Wife’s Hat!

Local musicians will transform the party into a true hoedown and inspire revelers to kick up their heels. The event will feature square dancing with caller Dan Wally Baker and zydeco lessons with Harold Bernard. Premier local restaurants and chefs will cook up delightful small plates for the event, and there will be unlimited craft cocktails and ice cold beer.

This year, the Hootenanny is on the farm, rain or shine! Come on out and join us for dancing, dining, and drinking under the Louisiana night sky!

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The mission of Grow Dat Youth Farm is to nurture a diverse group of young leaders through the meaningful work of growing food.

At GROW DAT farm people collaboratively to produce healthy food for local residents and to inspire youth and adults to create personal, social and environmental change in their own communities. Grow Dat is a place where people from different backgrounds and disciplines come together in research and practice to support public health, local economies and a sustainable food system in South Louisiana.

Bastille Day in Faubourg St. John July 11th

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Lots of friendly folks came out to enjoy the Bastille Day Celebration in Faubourg St. John.
Lots of friendly folks came out to enjoy the Bastille Day Celebration in Faubourg St. John.
Marie Antoinette and New Orleans City Councilmember Susan Guidry at the Bastille Day Celebration in Faubourg St. John.
Marie Antoinette and New Orleans City Councilmember Susan Guidry at the Bastille Day Celebration in Faubourg St. John.

Bastille Day Celebration in Faubourg St. John!

Date Saturday July 11, 2015
Time 5:00PM – 9:30PM
Location 3100 block of Ponce de Leon, between North Lopez & Esplanade

Participants included Café Degas, Half Shell, Faubourg St. John Neighborhood Association, Liuzza’s by the Tracks, Half Shell Bar and Grill, Nonna Mia, Fairgrinds Coffee, 1000 Figs, Pal’s Lounge, Santa Fe, and Swirl Wines.

Lots of friendly faces were at the Cafe Degas tent at the Bastille Day Celebration in Faubourg St. John.
Lots of friendly faces were at the Cafe Degas tent at the Bastille Day Celebration in Faubourg St. John.
Harmonouche at the Bastille Day Celebration in Faubourg St. John
Harmonouche at the Bastille Day Celebration in Faubourg St. John
Kid Merv at the Faubourg St. John Bastille Day Celebration.
Kid Merv at the Faubourg St. John Bastille Day Celebration.

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article below adapted from an article by Roberta Grove.

For the past 24 years, the Faubourg St. John Neighborhood Association has produced one of its signature events, Voodoo on the Bayou. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Voodoo on the Bayou and will be held on the 25th of October, 2014.

awesomeThe party is staged on the grounds of the historic Pitot House on the banks of scenic Bayou St. John. On Saturday, October 25th, the site will be transformed to accommodate the anticipated 400-plus costumed supporters of one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods. Nearly two dozen local restaurants will be charged with the task of feeding the revelers and not one, but two bands will be on tap to entertain.

First up on the stage will be the group Lips and the Trips followed by Walter “Wolfman” Washington who will close the night out.

The mostly local crowd will embrace the night’s theme with a colorful costume display that reflects the artistic flair that is characteristic of Faubourg St. John residents. In fact, much of the artwork up for bids in the silent auction will be provided by artists who live and work within the neighborhood.

voodoo-green-2014oct25Faubourg St. John was established as a neighborhood in 1708. Today, more than 4,000 residents call it home. Within the 75-block area that defines the area, you’ll discover a diverse selection of New Orleans restaurants, historic architecture, abundant green space, and an easy pace to enjoy local culture.

Don’t miss Voodoo on the Bayou this year. For more information on the Faubourg St. John neighborhood and all of the wonderful events that the association produces throughout the year, visit www.fsjna.org.

Print your very own 11×17 Voodoo on the Bayou poster by clicking on the PDF below:
2014 Voodoo on the Bayou Poster

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FOOT STOMPIN BOOT SLAPPIN GOOD TIME

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Hootenanny Barn Dance Benefit

Put on your dancing shoes to support teens growing food for New Orleans!

Tickets on sale now!

Thursday, April 17, 7-10pm at The Grow Dat Youth FarmYou can support the young adults who food for New Orleans on our farm by joining us for the Grow Dat Hootenanny. Proceeds from this barn dance benefit will help us employ 40 teenagers to grow 10,000 pounds of food this year!
What:  Hootenanny featuring Bruce ‘Sunpie’ Barnes & the Louisiana Sunspots and the Small Batch String Band.  Square dancing led by caller Nathan Harrison will kick off an evening of revelry on the farm.Premier local restaurants dishing up delightful small plates for the event include Mondo, Dante’s Kitchen, Pagoda Cafe, St. James Cheese Company, Gary Granata of Slow Food NOLA, and Cafe NOMA. And don’t forget unlimited craft cocktails and ice cold beer brought to you by amazing bartenders from the Barman’s Fund!
When and Where:  Thursday, April 17, 7-10 pm
On our farm! 150 Zachary Taylor Drive in City Park between Pan Am Stadium and NOLA Bark dog park. Parking is available to just West of our Eco Campus.
Details:  $35 sliding scale entry to dance the night away.
$35.00 ($40 at the door) – includes cocktails, beer, music, dancing, small plates
$50.00 ($55 at the door) – includes cocktails, beer, music, dancing, small plates AND a $10 coupon to the weekly Grow Dat Farm Stand
$100 ($105 at the door) –  includes cocktails, beer, music, dancing, small plates, AND an organic cotton Grow Dat tshirt, AND a $20 coupon to the weekly Grow Dat Farm Stand
*All proceeds benefit local teens growing food for New OrleansSponsored by Slow Food NOLA, IBERIABANK, Massey’s Outfitters, Entergy, NOLA Aikido, and Home Depot.

Purchase tickets now!A rollicking good time will be had by all! (Our staff are more than willing to help show you how it’s done.)

www.growdatyouthfarm.org

Grow Dat Youth Farm

1 Palm Drive
City Park

New Orleans, LA 70124

It’s HOOTENANNY Time!

Please join us for Grow Dat’s biggest party of the year

Join us on the farm THURSDAY, April 17 from 7-10pm. Skip the line with cheaper tickets in advance!

The musicians are tuning their instruments, the chefs and bartenders are in the test kitchen working their magic, and the weather is looking beautiful —  a guaranteed good time will be had by all!

Square dancing led by caller Nathan Harrison with the Small Batch String Band will kick off an evening of revelry on the farm. Headliner Bruce ‘Sunpie’ Barnes & the Louisiana Sunspots never fail to delight. Ready to showcase your Zydeco dance moves?!

Premier local restaurants dishing up delightful small plates for the event include Mondo, Dante’s Kitchen, Pagoda Cafe, St. James Cheese Company, Gary Granata of Slow Food NOLA, Nola Pie Guy, Good Eggs, Bittersweet Confections, and Cafe NOMA. And don’t forget unlimited craft cocktails and ice cold beer brought to you by amazing bartenders from the Barman’s Fund. This is our biggest fundraiser of the year so please bring your friends and help support youth growing food for New Orleans!

Reserve your tickets online now! They’re cheaper and you’ll be able to make a bee-line to the fun faster on Thursday. Advance ticket sales close at noon the day of the festivities.

P.S. We heard a rumor that there will be prizes for BEST DRESSED and TOP RUG-CUTTERS (dancers) so come dressed to impress and ready to strut your stuff on the dance floor. Dress code? Why, Barn Dance Style, of course.

A big thank you to our Fiscal Sponsor, Slow Food NOLA

Already have your tickets? Hurray! Thank you! To further your support, would you please help spread the word by inviting your friends, family and coworkers to the event? Grow Dat is truly a community effort and most people find out about us through personal connections. Spread the word to help us grow! Click to join the Facebook Event and share with your network.

www.growdatyouthfarm.org
Growing Food and Nurturing Tomorrow’s Leaders

Find us at: 150 Zachary Taylor Drive, City Park, between Pan Am Stadium and the NOLA Bark Dog Park

VOODOO ON THE BAYOU | OCTOBER 26

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CLICK HERE FOR INFORMATION ON VOODOO ON THE BAYOU IN 2014.

 

LA VIE DE VILLE: Celebrating the spirits at ‘Voodoo on the Bayou’

By Roberta Grove

For the past 24 years, the Faubourg St. John Neighborhood Association has produced one of its signature events, Voodoo on the Bayou.

The party was staged on the grounds of the historic Pitot House on the banks of scenic Bayou St. John.

Last weekend, the site was transformed to accommodate the anticipated 400-plus costumed supporters of one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods. Nearly two dozen local restaurants were charged with the task of feeding the revelers and not one, but two bands were on tap to entertain.

First up on the stage was the group Lips and the Trips who warmed up the crowd, followed by Johnny Sketch and the Dirty Notes who closed the night out.

The mostly local crowd embraced the night’s theme with a colorful costume display that reflected the artistic flair that is characteristic of Faubourg St. John residents. In fact, much of the artwork up for bids in the silent auction was provided by artists who live and work within the neighborhood.

“We’re hoping to generate between $6,000 to $8,000 from tonight’s event,” said FSJNA’s President Michael Cohn. “Much of the proceeds will be dedicated towards improving and maintaining the quality of life for the residents of Faubourg St. John.” Specifically, improvements to the Desmare Playground on Esplanade Avenue, the Dumaine Street Bridge and the historic Magnolia Footbridge are all projects that will share in the revenue generated from this fundraising effort.

Faubourg St. John was established as a neighborhood in 1708. Today, more than 4,000 residents call it home. Within the 75-block area that defines the area, you’ll discover a diverse selection of New Orleans restaurants, historic architecture, abundant green space, and an easy pace to enjoy local culture.

If you missed Voodoo on the Bayou this year, make sure to plan to experience it next year. For more information on the Faubourg St. John neighborhood and all of the wonderful events that the association produces throughout the year, visit www.fsjna.org.

Wishing you a happy and safe Halloween!

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by Conrad Abadie of the 24th Annual VOODOO ON THE BAYOU.

 

 

 

http://voodooonthebayou.com

 

 


Angelo Brocato Italian Desserts will provide MINI CANOLI and ITALIAN COOKIES
Aunt Sally’s will provide PRALINETTES.
Cafe Degas will provide POULET BASQUAISE
Commander’s Palace will provide GRILLADES and GRITS
Deutsches Haus will provide BRATWURST and KRAUT
Fairgrinds will provide COFFEE
Fair Grounds will provide JAMBALAYA
Fellini’s Cafe will provide HUMMUS and PITA BREAD
Katie’s will provide CHICKEN FETTUCCINI with BUCKTOWN ALFREDO
Lola’s will provide PAELLA (vegetarian and seafood)
Mona’s will provide DOLMAS (vegetarian and meat)
Nonna Mia will provide DIVINE PORTABELLA
Ralph’s on the Park will provide SESAME SEARED TUNA with GINGER CHILI SOY SAUCE
Ruby Slipper will provide BREAD PUDDING
New Orleans Tomato Company will provide TOMATO BASIL SOUP
Santa Fe will provide SALPICON de MARISCOS (tortilla soup) and SEAFOOD SALAD with ORGANIC GREENS
Terranova’s will provide ITALIAN SAUSAGE
Toups Meatery will provide CHICKEN AND SAUSAGE GUMBO

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Saturday, October 26, 2013 – 8:30pm
1440 Moss St
New Orleans, LA 70119

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HOOTENANNY

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* GROW DAT YOUTH FARM Hosts A **BARN DANCE HOOTENANNY*

*WHEN:* Thursday, April 18, 2013, 7:00-10:00p.m.

*WHERE:* The Grow Dat Youth Farm in City Park–between the Dog Park and
Pan Am Stadium at 150 Zachary Taylor Drive.

*EVENT DETAILS**: *

· Bring your dancin’ shoes to a *barn dance* at Grow Dat featuring *Bruce
‘Sunpie’ Barnes & the Louisiana Sunspots* and the *Small Batch String Band*.
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hootenanny1 · *Square dancing *led by caller Nathan Harrison will kick off an
evening of revelry on the farm. **

· An *ole’ fashioned Cake Walk *will showcase tempting cakes from
premier NOLA Pastry Chefs. We can’t wait to see you there!**

· *$15-25 Sliding Scale entry* to dance the night away. **

· *Fat Falafel food truck*, *craft cocktails *and *ice cold beer *on-hand.
No BYOB please. All tickets, food and drink sales benefit local teens
growing food for New Orleans!**

· The space is *accessible* and *kid friendly*.**

*WHY: *This event is a fundraiser for the Grow Dat Youth Farm. The mission
of Grow Dat is to nurture a diverse group of young leaders through the
meaningful work of growing food. Proceeds from the Barn Dance Benefit
will *help
us employ 25 young adults *to *grow 9,000 pounds of food *this year!

*To purchase tickets and for more information about the event visit
www.growdatyouthfarm.org*

23rd Annual Voodoo on the Bayou Photos

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The Treme Brass Band at the 2012 Voodoo on the Bayou.


PDF of 2012 Voodoo on the Bayou photos by Charlie London

Social Event of the Season

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Reconnect with your neighbors in a positive environment…

SMILE, eat, drink, dance and play this SATURDAY

Enjoy the 23rd annual Voodoo on the Bayou. Experience the joy of great fun as the Treme Brass Band tunes up for your enjoyment.

Tickle your tastebuds with food from New Orleans’ finest restaurants. Wash it down with spirits from the open bars then dance to the sounds of Lips and the Trips. Join the second line when the Treme Brass Band brings down the house.

And, speaking of houses, the 23rd annual Voodoo on the Bayou will be at the historic Pitot House at 1440 Moss Street on beautiful Bayou St. John.

So, what are you waiting for? Rush out and get your tickets at Terranova’s at 3308 Esplanade, Pal’s Lounge at 949 North Rendon, Swirl Wines at 3143 Ponce de Leon or Cork and Bottle in the American Can Company.

Check out the poster at http://voodooonthebayou.com

For more information, please visit:
https://fsjna.org/2012/10/voodoo-on-the-bayou-6/

PORCH CRAWL 2012

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photo by Charlie London

Many thanks to the wonderful neighbors who participated and the PORCH CRAWL committee that made the 2012 PORCH CRAWL a fun and festive event!

Visit the link below for more photos of the 2012 PORCH CRAWL.

https://fsjna.org/2012/06/porch-crawl-photos/

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2012 Bayou Boogaloo Poster

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The Mid-City Bayou Boogaloo Festival is hosted by the MotherShip Foundation, a non-profit (501c3) organization dedicated to encouraging social change by bringing forth a higher quality of life for all Louisiana and New Orleans residents through the promotion of arts, culture, and recreation. You are invited to become an integral part of this unique celebration and help make the 7th Annual Bayou Boogaloo a bigger success than ever!

More at: http://thebayouboogaloo.com/

Enjoy History at the Pitot House

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ENJOY HISTORY THROUGH THE ART OF MUSIC AND DANCE AT THE PITOT HOUSE


Attend An Arts Performance Event, Presented and Commissioned by the Louisiana Landmarks Society.

New Orleans, LA – The Louisiana Landmarks Society has commissioned a site-specific collaborative arts performance at the historic c. 1799 Creole, colonial style Pitot House titled, Looking Through New Orleans History: A Performance Event at the Pitot House. The performance will focus on movement and dance as a medium to convey the multifaceted stories connected to the history of the Pitot House. Audience members will experience the cultural, geographical, and architectural themes shared by the Pitot House with New Orleans’ history by moving through the house and grounds to view various “scenes” of dance and movement accompanied by live musicians.

Site-specific choreography is emerging as a preservationist and historian’s tool – a new form of living history – to highlight spaces lost, forgotten or in need of stewardship. The goal of this performance is to enhance the visibility of the Pitot House within the community through an alternative method of interpretation and to promote examination of the diminishing traditional Creole craftsmanship of our material culture in New Orleans.

This performance is choreographed and directed by Susan Bensinger of Lusher Charter School, Barbara Hayley of Tulane University Department of Theatre and Dance, and Monique Moss of Third Eye Theatre. The core group of performers are fourth and fifth grade students from Lusher Charter School; the Newcomb Dance Ensemble; and professional performers from ArtSpot Production’s Rumours of War (Kathy Randels and Monique Moss). The Lusher students will perform a choreographed piece called “Air” by David Garrett. The images in the dance are nature based, using images taken from the swamps and bayous. Another dance, “Symphony” (also by David Garrett) is about how people both simultaneously work together and, at times, disrupt each other. The Newcomb Dance Ensemble will perform various pieces of choreography adapted from their end-of-year performance at Newcomb, entitled Above the Oaks. Sections of choreography adapted to the Pitot House site include “Bayou Gardens,” “Silent Columns,” “Slaves for Sale” and more, to present images of the place and time of the people who lived and worked at the Pitot House in the early 1800s.

After touring through the site of the historic home, the performance will culminate on the banks of Bayou St. John. At this time, volunteers from Re-Bridge, the nonprofit group working to restore and rehabilitate the historic bridges on Bayou St. John, will be in floating vessels as a celebration of the bayou’s presence and importance to the history of the city.

This program is supported by a grant from the Louisiana Division of the Arts, Office of Cultural Development, Department of Culture, Recreation and Tourism, in cooperation with the Louisiana State Arts Council. The grant is administered through the Arts Council of New Orleans.

Sunday, November 13th
Performance begins at 4 PM, Gates open at 3:30 PM
1440 Moss Street, New Orleans, LA 70119
Tickets on sale now by calling 504-482-0312 or visiting www.louisianalandmarks.org $10 for Landmarks Members; $15 for Non-Members; Student Admission is Free with ID
(Reservations Required)
The Louisiana Landmarks Society is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to promote historic preservation through education, advocacy and operation of the Pitot House.

Click here for a PDF of the press release.