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Obituary: Janet Ann Garner

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Janet Ann Garner, 60, departed this life on August 13, 2021. A native of Kenner, LA and resident of Portland, TN. She is preceded in death by James L. Garner (father), Alice M. Montblanc Garner (mother), Gregory J. Garner (brother). Left to cherish her memory from her previous marriage to Ronald Caldarera are Melissa Caldarera Mack (daughter), Chauncey (son in law), … [Read more...] about Obituary: Janet Ann Garner

Book Review: Johnny White’s Sports Bar: The Tiny Joint that Never Closed—Until It Did

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Johnny White’s Sports Bar: The Tiny Joint that Never Closed—Until It Did. Marita Woywod Crandle. The History Press, 2019. 144 pages. For 23 years, Johnny White’s Sports Bar reigned as Bourbon Street’s premiere dive bar for locals. Located at the corner of Orleans and Bourbon, the small bar was an island for Quarter Rats in the midst of an unceasing flow of tourists. It was … [Read more...] about Book Review: Johnny White’s Sports Bar: The Tiny Joint that Never Closed—Until It Did

Trodding the Boards August 10, 2021

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Matilda, the Musical at Swamplight Theatre It’s almost hard to believe that it’s been just two years since Matilda, the Musical had its regional premiere with a stellar Tulane Summer Lyric production as, in that short pandemic-filled time, it’s become a staple of local high schools (Hahnville in pre-Covid 2020) and community theaters with three productions scheduled in the … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards August 10, 2021

Bartender Spotlight: August 2021

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Can you believe we are already in August?  It’s crazy! Southern Decadence is next month and then we roll right into the holidays.  Time flies when you take a year off for a global pandemic.  As we start to make our way back out, if the unvaccinated don’t shut us down, to enjoy cocktails again, my bartender for the month of August is the fabulous Lawrence Edward at Betty’s Bar … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight: August 2021

“For the Love of Mardi Gras, Get Vaccinated!”

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Have you browsed through some of the Southern Decadence groups on social media lately?  If you didn’t know any better, you might get the idea that the COVID-19 pandemic is completely behind us.  Sure, there are occasional posts about masks, but on the whole, one gets the impression that the hordes of Southern Decadence devotees who did not come last year are … [Read more...] about “For the Love of Mardi Gras, Get Vaccinated!”

Showing Up

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It was an overcast evening. The sun being hidden by clouds allowed our New Orleans evening to become a lovely June evening. To say it was cool would be to overstate the day. But it was not hot. The room started with a few early comers. They scattered here and there. Over time the musicians drifted into the room, all chatting. Several of the crew from central casting showed up … [Read more...] about Showing Up

Isn’t It Ironic?

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Take it from me, the chances of a fully vaccinated person becoming infected with the COVID-19 virus are extremely low – but not zero.  Regular Ambush readers may remember that I detailed my vaccination experience here, in this very column.  I blasted at the anti-vax movement, dismissing its supporters with science and touting the benefits of vaccination. I strongly … [Read more...] about Isn’t It Ironic?

Under the Gaydar (August 2021 Events Calendar)

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Our city heals differently than other places.  We celebrate life through music, food and laughter. Soon we will usher in the Fall season with Southern Decadence and a host of other festivals, so clutch those pearls and let’s go!  It is with much happiness that we are bringing back the calendar of events, so if you want something listed, please email … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (August 2021 Events Calendar)