April 2012 - Northshore Harbor Center

Northshore Harbor Center Newsletter
April 2012, Volume 8
Greetings from the Northshore Harbor Center General Manager
Friends of the Harbor Center’s Cinco de Mayo gala sure to be a fantastic event
If you are looking for a place to go to have a great
time this Cinco de Mayo with your amigos, look no
further than the Northshore Harbor Center. This year,
the Friends of the Harbor Center are hosting -- Cinco
De Mayo -- their anniversary gala on Saturday, May
5, at our beautiful facility, in what many have
deemed “the Northshore’s largest Cinco party ever!”
Established in 2004, the Friends of the Harbor Center
is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization made up of
volunteers who work to raise funds for purchasing
needed equipment for the Center. This will be the
group’s sixth event in seven years, and I have never
seen them more excited. The reason? Well, according
to Irma Cry, Chair of the Board, the community has
really responded well to this year’s theme. In the
past, our galas have included a black and white
cirque with acrobats and mimes; a casino night
where guests played card games and danced until
midnight; and sunset in the palms with beautiful
mood lighting and large, tropical trees.
This year, upon entering the Harbor Center, everyone
who attends will be swept away to the streets of Old
Mexico by the sites, smells, music and of course,
delicious margaritas. The lobby will have the feel of
an outdoor, beautifully lit patio one might wander
upon in Cozumel. The Grand Hall will be filled with
an explosion of color, serapes, maracas, and
authentic paper flowers. Local artists have been
asked to design custom piñatas that will also adorn
the room, and guests will be able to vote for their
favorite one! In addition to the décor, the food will
be fantastic and will include a traditional Mexican
menu provided by Patton’s Catering. The evening
will begin with a variety of passed hors d’oeuvres.
A premium open bar will include all your favorites,
as well as margaritas, beer and wine. Buffets will
feature a soup station with chili chowder and red
chili seafood, a taco station that offers classic
chipotle shrimp and fish, a fajita bar with beef and
shrimp, a carne asada station with grilled sirloin,
black beans and rice. And what Mexican fare would
be complete without dessert? Both flan and sopapilla
cheesecake will be served.
Music will be provided by the Wise Guys, a group
made up of some of the finest local New Orleans
musicians including a legendary horn section. With
their variety and style, the dance floor is sure to stay
packed all night.
I would like to thank everyone on the Friends Board
for all of their hard work and dedication to this event
and our facility. Members are Irma Cry, Richie
Artigue, Pete Hanson, Dawn Sharpe Brackett, Ann
Barks, Mayor Freddy Drennan, Donna Faucheux,
Scott Dutton, Parish President Pat Brister, Secretary
of State Tom Schedler, and Slidell Police Chief
Randy Smith.
For more information or tickets to the Cinco de
Mayo gala, call 985.781.3650. See you there!
Kathy Lowrey is
the General
Manager of the
Northshore
Harbor Center.
She can be
reached at
985.781.3650.
Whether you are looking for an affordable outing with your family or a night out
with your friends, make sure you join in on the fun at the Northshore Harbor
Center. Here are our upcoming public events:
April 12
2012 Business & Community Showcase
3pm to 7pm. Make plans now to attend this once a year event! Open and free to
the public, you will have the opportunity to meet and talk with local business
owners, explore community resources, and learn more local products and
services. Sponsorships and tables are still available. www.estchamber.com.
April 20 & 21
“Charmingly Southern” 14th Biennial Quilt Show
Judged quilt show with prizes for winning quilts. Free classes and demonstrations.
A special exhibit of art bras unique to this show. Tickets $7 for adults, $4 for
children under 12. A two-day admission bracelet can be purchased for $10.
www.gulfstatesquilting.org.
May 4
All in Good Taste Food,Wine and Arts Experience
6pm to midnight. Discover the Northshore’s very best in gourmet fare, fine wines,
speciality beers and fine art. Music by Adam Bock and the Wheels of Fortune.
Dressy casual. Ticket includes access to all areas of the event, food, wine and beer.
No one under 21 admitted. Advance tickets available. www.allingoodtastela.com.
May 5 (Cinco de Mayo)
Friends of the Harbor Center Present Cinco De Mayo Gala
7pm to midnight. The Friends of the Harbor Center host its annual anniversary
gala, this year on Cinco De Mayo. Mexican cuisine prepared by Patton’s
Catering, open bar and plenty of dancing with music provided by The Wise
Guys. Tickets are $75. Call 985.781.3650 for more information.
May 7
Salmen High School Graduation
May 11
Pearl River High School Graduation
May 18-19
Creative Dance Studio Recital
May 20
Giacobbe Academy of Dance Recital
Northshore Harbor Center Newsletter
New Website to Launch Soon
Last month, we mentioned that our team has been
working on a completely new website, which will not
only contain a lot more relevant content, but will be
easier for you to navigate to find the things you need
to know.
We are happy to say
that the revisions are
almost complete, and
the new site will
launch next week. In
addition to seeing more
event photos and our
calendar at a glance, you will also be able to choose -right on the home page -- whether you want
information on attending an event (like directions or
parking access) or are interested in planning an event
at our facility (like to view floor plans or to request a
Northshore Harbor Center
100 Harbor Center Boulevard
Slidell, Louisiana 70461
985.781.3650
April 2012, Volume 8
quote). We will also be introducing a new blog that
will provide a highlight of what is happening at our
facility. So keep checking our website -www.northshoreharborcenter.com -- often. Let us
know how you like the improvements and what else
you want to see.
Become our Friend, Win Prizes
Each month, the Northshore Harbor
Center adds new promotions on its
Facebook page. Several lucky fans win
free items and tickets to some of our
upcoming events.
For your chance to win, just make sure you “like” our
page on Facebook and follow our posts. Also, when
you attend an event here, make sure you check-in on
Facebook. It’s that easy. Winners will be chosen at
random and announced on Facebook. Good luck!