Survivor: Drag Grammy U Students, followed by a dance party by DJ Brice Nice. Being involved under the gaydar Queen Style heavily with Grammy U, Blanchard helped RuPaul may have his Drag Race, but raise awareness of the group at this event. in New Orleans we have Drag Survivor, GRAMMY U is a unique and fast-growing by Tony Leggio which mixes all the reality shows Survivor community of college students, primarily Email: [email protected] and RuPaul’s Drag Race. Drag Survivor between the ages of 17 and 25, who are Photo by: Larry Graham, GrahamStudioOne.COM takes place on Friday, June 13th at The pursuing a career in the recording industry. Four Seasons Lounge starting at 10pm. The Recording Academy created GRAMMY The premise is pretty simple; several U to help prepare college students for their Book of the Month guys compete for this title by preparing at careers in the music industry through net- Steve Patrick, member of the Gay For more information, contact least four numbers. Each guy will do their working, educational programs and perfor- Easter Parade Board and active member in [email protected] or go to their first number and will receive tips which are mance opportunities. GRAMMY U is de- the gay community, has released his sec- website at http:// considered votes as well as donations to signed to enhance students’ current aca- ond novel entitled The Murder of happytrailshappyendings.com. Toby Lefort's NO/AIDS Walk fund. After the demic curriculum with access to recording Wednesday’s Children. Writing under first number, the contestant with the least industry professionals to give an “out of the name N.S. Patrick, Steve has crafted an Let’s Go To The Movies: tips is voted off then the remaining guys classroom” perspective on the recording old-fashioned murder mystery sure to return and does another song and the one industry. The food was an eclectic mixture please fans of such greats like Agatha Louisiana Style with the least amount of tips is voted off and of fun vendors such as Woody’s Tacos, Christie, P.D. James and Ellery Queen. Lights! Camera! Action! If you are a so on until one girl is left standing. Also each Plum Street Snowballs and Two Girls, One Coming off the success of his first book film buff the Historic New Orleans Collec- contestant donates a gift basket of their Shuck, all-female oyster shuckers. The The Mysteries of Jack the Ripper, tion has a special treat for you. They are choice and the basket raising the most weather cooperated wonderfully to make Patrick’s newest outing introduces us to a presenting the first of a seven-part monthly money will make that contestant Miss Con- all the events magical. well-to-do couple who have a passion for film series with a screening of the Academy- geniality. Come out and support your favor- The following week began with my solving crimes. Archer Reed and Lone award winning “Jezebel” on Saturday, May ite “girl” and help a good cause at the same Cinco De Mayo celebration on Monday at Wallace are created in the same vein as 31st at 10:30am at The Historic New Or- time. The Four Seasons is located at 3229 the Tulane Avenue Bar with my friend Tico. Nick and Nora Charles right down to their leans Collection’s Williams Research Cen- North Causeway. We drank margaritas and watched Bianca faithful sidekick Tango the Greyhound (Hi ter (410 Chartres St.). del Rio breeze into the top three finalist Asta). Their first adventure (because I am “Jezebel” tells the story of young, head- Party Down position of RuPaul’s Drag Race. You sashay sure there will be more to come) finds them strong Julie Marsden (Bette Davis in one of to the winner’s circle hunty, we are all proud My last two weeks had some pretty at the home of an industrial tycoon for an my favorite rolls), who lives in New Orleans of you! amazing events from over the top galas to investors meeting on Mantioch Island. With during the 1850s and is engaged to banker On Friday, I went to Baton Rouge, so intimate house parties. I even traveled to a diverse assortment of guests (suspects), Preston “Pres” Dillard (Henry Fonda). Set I am jumping to Saturday night and the Baton Rouge to play for a night which you it is not long before there is a murder. against an impending yellow fever out- Krewe of Armeinius’ Glitter and Be Gay will read about later in the article. But let’s Actually there are three murders in break, the film follows Marsden as she event at the home of Scott Spivey and John get started in our own little backyard. There very rapid succession which kicks off the loses her fiancé because of a stubborn Pfeifer. It was a splendid evening with were alligators aplenty at the Audubon Zoo action. Like any good murder mystery, no stunt and tries to win him back. Davis won many people attending in their gayest fin- this year for the Whitney Zoo To Do 2014 on one can account for anyone’s whereabouts an Academy Award for her performance, ery. Illuminated by outdoor lighting strung Friday, May 2nd. This year’s event cel- during the times of the murders making and Max Steiner won an Academy Award for overhead and numerous candles scattered ebrated the Zoo’s newest attraction, Gator everyone a suspect. Soon the couple find his score for the film. around, the courtyard was captivating and Run, their Lazy River. Starting in 1972, the themselves embroiled in a much serious To honor Louisiana’s starring roles on with the lovely weather made for the perfect Zoo To Do is now one the largest non- crime that threatens their lives as they try the silver screen, the film series is pre- New Orleans evening. There was flowing medical fundraisers in the United States. and stop a very smart and cunning killer. sented in presented in conjunction with cocktails, tasty food made by the krewe, an Because of this fundraiser, today the The Murder of Wednesday’s Chil- The Historic New Orleans Collection’s new- incredible silent auction (I should know I Audubon Zoo is positioned as one of the top dren is written in the golden age of this type est exhibit “From Cameo to Close-Up: Loui- won half of the stuff it seems) and lots of zoological parks in the country. This year’s of genre, the 1920’s during Prohibition. siana in Film.” Featuring posters, lobby fascinating guests. Congratulations to all soiree exceeded all expectations making it There is nothing altogether new or unique cards, photographs and more from classic who put on this unforgettable evening. one of the premier parties of the social about Patrick’s novel, but it is a fun read films to lesser-known works from the silent Mother’s Day was a very special day scene. After getting a glass of champagne, with interesting characters and a great plot era to the mid-1990’s, the exhibition is on spent with Dawn. I consider myself blessed guests entered through the front gate with lots of twists and turns. Half of the fun display now through Wednesday, Novem- so much to have such a great relationship adorned with Cajun shacks, large three in a good mystery if trying to deduce the ber 26th. with my mother. I know I am lucky when so dimensional alligators, rustic nets and spar- killer, and this novel succeeds immensely. The screenings will be held one Satur- many other gay people have been ostra- kling LED lights to give the illusion of fire- With just the right amount of red herrings, day a month from now through November cized by their families, so I take every flies. An array of bars and restaurants lined Patrick’s storyline will keep you guessing and the complete schedule is as follows: opportunity possible to let her know how the entire facility from the Cooper Plaza to right up to the end. • June 28: “King Creole” (1958), star- much I appreciate her. Mother’s Day started the Hygeia Fountain and Odenheimer Sea ring Elvis Presley, Carolyn Jones and Walter early with us having champagne in my Lion Pool. The featured entertainment on Matthau, followed by a walk-through of courtyard (the apple does not fall far from Happy Trails Lead To the main stage was the Brass-A-Holics “Creole World: Photographs of New Or- that tree). At noon, a horse drawn carriage followed by Party On The Moon, a fabulous Happy Endings leans and the Latin Caribbean Sphere” with picked us up at my house for lunch at dance band out of Atlanta. They kept the I am always up for a good bar crawl and photographer Richard Sexton Broussard’s Restaurant. I know it sounds dance floor crowded every moment they there is a very cool one Uptown that has • July 26: “Hush…Hush, Sweet Char- cliché, but doing touristy things in your own were on the stage. Their high energy was taken root over the last few years since its lotte” (1964), starring Bette Davis, Olivia de city can be really enjoyable. The ride was the crowning touch of the night. The weather inception. HAPPY TRAILS - HAPPY END- Havilland and Joseph Cotten relaxing and we got to view the city as cooperated perfectly to provide the attend- INGS will take place on Saturday May, 31st. • August 30: “The Cincinnati Kid” tourists often see it. The meal was scrump- ees with a memorable and spectacular This St. Charles streetcar pub crawl started (1965), starring Steve McQueen, Ann-Mar- tious and they even had a photographer in evening of entertainment and merriment. simply with about 20 friends back in the garet and Edward G. Robinson the courtyard taking complimentary photos The following day was slightly more summer of 2008 has quickly grown over the • September 27: “Blaze” (1989), star- of families - a very special added touch. laid back as I attended John Pfeifer’s birth- years to the point where they don’t fit on a ring Paul Newman, Lolita Davidovich and After finishing most of the day with day party at his home in the French Quarter. streetcar anymore. This bi-annual event, Jerry Hardin Mom, some friends of mine played a little A nice quiet evening with cake and cocktails due to the success and support of partici- • October 25: “Miller’s Crossing” more stopping briefly at Harrah’s so I can was the best follow up to the previous pants, is now used to raise money for (1990), starring Gabriel Byrne, Albert Finney donate money (does anyone ever win there), evening. On Sunday, I attended the Amon- various charities and causes. Previous and John Turturro then going to the Corner Pocket for their Ra Fish Fry at GrandPre’s, which had quite crawls have contributed to gulf coast resto- • November 22: “These Amazing Shad- new Sunday Zingo. Opal Masters was the a crowd. There was good Southern home ration efforts after the oil spill, and also the ows” (2011), starring Jeff Adachi, James H. Mistress of Ceremonies today. All I can say cooking as guests enjoyed hush puppies, Red Thread Promise. Billington and Robin Blaetz there were more balls being pulled and flaky fresh fried catfish, two potato salads, LPK-Uptown will be the starting point This is a wonderful opportunity to com- dropped that day than ever before at this baked beans, green beans and an array of at 4pm. The procession will stop at LPK- bine your love of the cinema and our city. place. Partially clad men, cocktails and desserts. Uptown, Phillip’s Restaurant and Bar, Fat Admission is free, and the exhibition is on bingo, it is a gay trifecta and a fitting way to I also went to a late night after Jazz Fest Harry’s, The Columns Hotel, Mayfair, view through November 26th. Gallery hours end my two weeks. Bash at the majestic English Turn home of Prytania Bar, Igor’s, and St. Charles Bar & are Tuesday–Saturday, 9:30am–4:30pm. With summertime here, remember to musician and Grammy Winner Terence Billiards before their final destination the Visit www.hnoc.org or call 504.523.4662 keep hydrated. That is why I always mix Blanchard. There were musical perfor- French Quarter for more merriment and for more information. So grab your popcorn mances by the NOCCA Band as well as the [continued on 28] mayhem. and let’s go to the movies.

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Mom Catherine celebrates Kevin’s David & Trey in for Happy Hour @ birthday @ Cutter’s Bourbon Pub & Parade Zingo with Opal Masters @ The Corner Pocket Welcome to Cafe Lafitte in Exile

Thanks Dr. George for the “Praise the Lard” shirts direct from LA! Bartender JJ ready for you @ Good Friends Bar Zingo mania @ The Corner Pocket Bartender Dylan & Terry in The Balcony Bar upstairs @ Lafitte's

The Country Club’s dynamic duo Cinco de Mayo with Tyriq @ Drew & Kristen Tulane Avenue Bar

Celebrating @ The Phoenix Tyler, aka Sheneeda Dick, enters MASCARa Race for Good Friends

Charlie Bear, aka Ms. Thunderpussy enters MASCARa Race for Rawhide

with manager Richard On the pole with Forbidden QT Pie’s Robert & Josh @ Leggio, Paul Melancon, Rip Naquin C’est Si Bon ~ New Orleans Photos by Tony Cutie Steven slinging cocktails Thunder @ Tulane Avenue Bar The Phoenix @ The Corner Pocket

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