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3 Books to Pick Up this November
Culture

3 Books to Pick Up this November

  • The Adore Staff

Bibliophiles everywhere can rejoice in a new month of fresh releases to tuck into. From chick lit to biographies, November delivers plenty of captivating material. We narrowed down the list to three books—all written by females—that are worth picking up at Garden District Book Shop. Happy reading!  Read more

Keep the Halloween Spirit Alive with this Special Screening
Culture

Keep the Halloween Spirit Alive with this Special Screening

  • The Adore Staff

Spooky season continues with a special screening presented by The Historic New Orleans Collection. On Tuesday, November 5th, The Phantom of the Opera (the silent one) will be shown with music by pianist Pierre Queval. The French-born musician, who was the young-artist-in-residence at the St.… Read more

Morning Routine: Emily Dixon of LSU Football
Culture

Morning Routine: Emily Dixon of LSU Football

  • Michaela Bechler

Working on Saturdays in the Fall has become the new normal for Emily Villere Dixon. She's in her eighth season as the coordinator of offensive operations for the LSU Football team, while also serving as a multi-media reporter for LSUsports.net. On a weekly basis, she interviews head coach Ed… Read more

Don't Miss These Incredible Halloween Displays
Home + Design

Don't Miss These Incredible Halloween Displays

  • The Adore Staff

It's no secret that New Orleans loves Halloween. As the most haunted city in the country, it's no surprise that residents do their part to keep the spirit alive with incredible displays throughout the month. While most add a few pumpkins and skeletons to their lawn or porch, others take it t… Read more

A Look Inside the New Orleans Opera Association's Social Groups
Arts

A Look Inside the New Orleans Opera Association's Social Groups

  • The Adore Staff

Looking to become more involved in the arts? The New Orleans Opera Association has three membership groups worth considering. Each is open to both opera beginners and super fans, and offers calendars filled with events and social opportunities. Whether you're hoping to give back to the arts … Read more

Justin Devillier Launches his Debut Cookbook
Dining

Justin Devillier Launches his Debut Cookbook

  • The Adore Staff

Justin Devillier of La Petite Grocery and Justine has another venture he can add to his extensive resume. His debut cookbook, The New Orleans Kitchen: Classic Recipes and Modern Techniques for an Unrivaled Cuisine, is officially available for purchase. The James Beard Award-winning chef and … Read more

CBD 101: Everything You Need to Know
Beauty

CBD 101: Everything You Need to Know

  • The Adore Staff

While CBD products have become extremely normalized in recent years, there is still misinformation about the phyto-cannabinoid (especially with multiple changes with state laws on the topic). Crystal Nugent and her team at Your CBD Store are here to fix that. Upon arrival to one of the three… Read more

Morning Routine: Maureen Stevens of Maureen Stevens Design
Culture

Morning Routine: Maureen Stevens of Maureen Stevens Design

  • Michaela Bechler

Juggling work, family, and self-care isn't for the faint of heart. Maureen Stevens, an interior designer and stylist, says she's still mastering the art. Stevens splits her time between New Orleans and Austin, and is actively working on her 150-year-old Marigny home in between client project… Read more

Q&A with "Easy Does It" Director Will Addison
Entertainment

Q&A with "Easy Does It" Director Will Addison

  • The Adore Staff

Easy Does It, a retro road trip flick, will premiere at the New Orleans Film Festival on Friday, October 18th. The evening will also serve as the hometown debut for New Orleans-based director Will Addison, who graduated from University of New Orleans and was active in their film school. The … Read more

Celebrate Halloween all Month Long with These Events
Culture

Celebrate Halloween all Month Long with These Events

  • The Adore Staff

With cooler temperatures (for now at least) and Halloween swiftly approaching, New Orleans has fully embraced all things spooky. From visiting "Skeleton House" on Saint Charles to dining at haunted spots like Cavan or Muriel's, there are plenty of opportunities to celebrate the holiday. Belo… Read more

A Look Inside NOMA's 2019 Odyssey Ball
Events

A Look Inside NOMA's 2019 Odyssey Ball

  • Michaela Bechler

The New Orleans Museum of Art's most anticipated event of the year is just weeks away. The Odyssey Ball returns Friday, November 15th and raises the funds necessary to support the museum's exhibitions and educational programs. This year's bash is themed Mystère Louisiane. Read more

Shuck Cancer Successfully Pairs Fundraising with Fun
Culture

Shuck Cancer Successfully Pairs Fundraising with Fun

  • Michaela Bechler

Shuck Cancer, presented by Latter & Blum and hosted by Superior Seafood, is returning for a second year to Napoleon Avenue this November. The funds raised from the lively oyster-filled fete will benefit the American Cancer Society's local Access to Care Program. Read more

Light Up Your Life with This Interactive Exhibit
Arts

Light Up Your Life with This Interactive Exhibit

  • The Adore Staff

Hunter Cole, an artist and scientist, will give New Orleanians the chance to experience both art and science at the same time. Her interactive event titled GLOW: An Illuminated Living Art Experience, will be held Thursday, October 10th from 6-10 p.m. at the Zeitgeist Theatre. Read more

New Orleans Opera's "Carmen" Is the Perfect Weekend Activity
Arts

New Orleans Opera's "Carmen" Is the Perfect Weekend Activity

  • The Adore Staff

"Carmen is the one you have been warned about. And you still fall in love," reads the description by New Orleans Opera. The famous French opera set in Seville, Spain will be performed Friday, October 4 at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, October 6 at 2:30 p.m. at Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Perform… Read more

What We're Eyeing at New Orleans Auction's Big Estates Auction
Shopping

What We're Eyeing at New Orleans Auction's Big Estates Auction

  • The Adore Staff

Mark your calendars: New Orleans Auction's next big estates sale starts Saturday, October 12th. The two-day event features over 900 items from five estates and includes everything from diamond earrings to larger items like armoires and chaises. Anglophiles will be delighted by the fine Engli… Read more

3 Must-Read Releases to Pick Up this October
Culture

3 Must-Read Releases to Pick Up this October

  • The Adore Staff

The start of a new month means a fresh set of books to dive into. From first time memoirs to collections of short stories, October's newcomers are already creating well-deserved buzz. Pick up one of these three books the next time you visit Garden District Book Shop! Read more

Celebrate the Late Patrick Swayze at this Festival
Entertainment

Celebrate the Late Patrick Swayze at this Festival

  • The Adore Staff

Call all Patrick Swayze fans! The Inaugural New Orleans Swayze Fest takes place this Saturday, September 28th and will celebrate the life of the late actor. Popping up at Petit Rouge Cafe, guests will commemorate the Dirty Dancing star with a movie screening, costume contest, trivia about th… Read more

11 Perfect Pieces to Wear to Love in the Garden
Shopping

11 Perfect Pieces to Wear to Love in the Garden

  • The Adore Staff

NOMA's first event of the Fall is finally here! The annual Love in the Garden party takes place this Friday, September 27 in the Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. Between enjoying delicious fare from restaurants like Apolline and Galatoire's Restaurant, guests will dance under the … Read more

Keep an Eye on These Emerging Southern Designers
Fashion

Keep an Eye on These Emerging Southern Designers

  • The Adore Staff

New Orleans Fashion Week is in full swing! The ninth annual event gathers Southern designers, models, glam squads, and more to New Orleans to congregate for a week of events, shopping experiences, and of course, runway shows. NOFW also serves as a catalyst for talented Southern designers. Th… Read more

What to Expect at FAIT Nola's Soul Aligning Event
Culture

What to Expect at FAIT Nola's Soul Aligning Event

  • Michaela Bechler

After taking a summer break in August, FAIT Nola was back in action this September with workshops and pop-ups galore. This Wednesday, the local plant design studio is hosting holistic career coach and author Emily Silva for an evening of guidance and alignment in New Orleans. Read more

It's Officially Libra Season! 12 Gifts to Give This Season
Shopping

It's Officially Libra Season! 12 Gifts to Give This Season

  • The Adore Staff

It's time for Libras to be in the spotlight! This Air sign is charming and calculating, they're great listeners, and have impeccable taste. Known for their love of balance, beautiful things, and self-indulgence, there are plenty of suitable gift options to give the birthday girl (or guy!). W… Read more

A Look Inside the 9th Annual New Orleans Fashion Week
Fashion

A Look Inside the 9th Annual New Orleans Fashion Week

  • The Adore Staff

Couldn't make to New York Fashion Week this season? New Orleans has a solution for you: New Orleans Fashion Week starts Sunday, September 22 and offers the community a variety of opportunities to enjoy all things fashion, while raising attention to the talents of southern designers, models, … Read more