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4 the "official" dish by Rip & Marsha Naquin-Delain Hurricane Issac Dampens Attendance at 41st Southern Decadence Estimated to be 25-30,000 The effects of Hurricane Issac devastated many areas across South Louisiana and Mississippi, but thankfully spared the City of New Orleans for the most part. All of the reinforced and rebuilt levees held keeping rising lake waters at bay. The French Quarter and CBD (Central Business District) did not lose power, but practically all of the rest of the city did including the Faubourg Marigny and Bywater, where many of the 41st Southern Decadence events were scheduled. Almost all of the events in the French Quarter went on without a hitch, while the Marigny and Bywater hung in there remaining open, and some of them with generators to keep things going. The storm came in late August 28th through August 29th, cancelling events on Wednesday. With the airport shut down and not reopening until Friday, August 31st, many flights were rescheduled, forcing Decadence travelers to either drive in or cancel all together. Instead of the 135,000 expected, it's estimated that this year's celebration had between 25,000 to 30,000 with an economic impact of over $30 million. The GLBT community is very thankful for all that did make it in considering the obstacles of getting here. The party went on and it turned out to be as festive as ever. From the numerous circuit DJs, stars, dancers, and events to the giant Bourbon Street Extravaganza on Saturday, and the 38th Southern Decadence Parade on Sunday, there was something for everyone. Visit SouthernDecadence.COM for highlights. The 38th Southern Decadence Parade returned to its roots thanks to the efforts of Southern Decadence Grand Marshal XXXVIII Pat McArdle, who kicked off the festivities at the Home of Southern Decadence, Tubby's Golden Lantern. For the first time since 1996, McArdle transformed the parade into the bar crawl it was from the second year of Decadence in 1973 through In 1997, the city required a parade permit and police detail to escort the parade. This year with the effects of Hurricane Issac shutting down city agencies, and several other unforeseen factors, there was no parade permit, nor police detail. Additionally, SDGM XXXVIII Pat McArdle, had to go it alone, when reportedly her cogrand marshal TJ Conard called it quits prior to Southern Decadence weekend. The entire community owes Pat McArdle a debt of gratitude for preservering and delivering the event of the weekend which started this whole celebration 41 years ago. When the reign of Southern Decadence Grand Marshals XXXVIII Pat McArdle and TJ Conard began, they jointly announced the choice of the "official" Southern Decadence charity as Belle Reve, which provides permanent and transitional housing along with full support services to adults and families living with AIDS or HIV related infections. McArdle, who was responsible for funds raised in the beginning of their reign in the amount of $2,121 presented that total to Vicki Weeks, Executive Director of Belle Reve New Orleans prior to Decadence weekend. Following that, reportedly another $2,300- $2,600 was raised and is allegedly in the hands of TJ Conard. As of press time, these funds have not been received by Belle Reve. Attempts to contact Conard by phone for comment have not been successful. As soon as the raised funds is received by Belle Reve, Ambush will make that announcement public. Marigny, Bywater, Metairie RE-DO Decadence Week Sept Join Southern Decadence Susan Lucci's Rip and Marsha for the Marigny, Bywater, Metairie RE-DO Decadence Week Wednesday, September12th through Tuesday, September 18th. The effects of Hurricane Issac left the Faubourg Marigny, Bywater and Metairie neighborhoods without power through the 41st Southern Decadence week for four, five and six days. GLBT businesses and their employees lost the big end of Summer boost that is Southern Decadence. According to Rip and Marsha, "We urge all who had power and did well in the French Quarter and CBD for Decadence join us in supporting at least one of the establishments listed below to show our community support and dedication for this special week." Businesses include: Faubourg Marigny Aaron Ingram Haus, 1012 Elysian Fields Big Daddy s, 2513 Royal St. Bliss McCall Studio, 631 Elysian Fields by appt Cafe Istanbul, 2372 St. Claude Ave. Cutter s, 706 Franklin FAB: Faubourg Marigny Art & Books, 600 Frenchmen St. Fatoush Mediterranean Grill, 2372 St. Claude Ave. Friendly Bar, 2301 Chartres GrahamStudioOne.COM JohnPaul s, 940 Elysian Fields Kajun s Pub, 2256 St. Claude Ave. Latter & Blum, Brian Pawiowski & Stace McDonald, 840 Elysian Fields Marigny Manor House, 2125 N. Rampart St. New Orleans Relocation LLC, Mark Boline, 1027 Touro St. Phoenix, 941 Elysian Fields Bywater The Country Club, 634 Louisiana St. Marigny de Macarty Bed & Breakfast, 3820 Burgundy St. Prime Grille, 3162 Dauphine St. Metairie 4 Seasons, 3229 N. Causeway Club LAX, 2301 N. Causeway inside celebrazzi 6 under the gaydar 8 on the prowl 12 obituary/kitty blackwell 12 a community within communities 12 23rd no/aids walk 13 38th sd parade paparazzi 14 bse, sd bead toss paparazzi 16 review...books, movies, cds 17 Gay History Month edition out Sept. 25th DEADLINE: Tues., Sept. 18th 29th halloween new orleans 18 pensacola paparazzi 20 , mobile paparazzi 22 survivors' bar crawl paparazzi 24 classifieds 26 trodding the boards 30 sd men, stars paparazzi 31 sd block party paparazzi 32 sd scene paparazzi 34 Gulf South Entertainment/Travel Guide Since A Bourbon St. New Orleans, LA marsha@ripandmarsha.com 23 rd NO/AIDS Walk Sunday, Sept. 23 The largest annual AIDS awareness event in Louisiana prepares to mark its 23 rd year with thousands of individual walkers and over one hundred teams walking beneath the majestic oaks of Audubon Park and the streets of Uptown New Orleans for the Chevron NO/AIDS WALK with presenting sponsor Avita Drugs. The event benefits NO/AIDS Task Force, one of the oldest and largest AIDS service organizations (ASO) in the Gulf South. Walkers and supporters are encouraged to meet in Audubon Park at 8am when the festivities and registration begins. The WALK will kickoff at 10am and will proceed down historic Magazine Street to Jefferson Avenue and then will turn onto Prytania Street to Napoleon Avenue and loop back to Prytania to head back into Audubon Park. The WALK is a great activity for the whole family, even the fourlegged members. There will be water stops and doggie stops along the route and a children s tent with lots of great activities. Additionally, there will be great food and drinks provided by Louisiana Pizza Kitchen Uptown, Rain Vodka, and Coors Light. The Walk route takes approximately 45 minutes to complete, meaning there s more than enough time to still make the Saints game after. Teams and individuals can register for free in advance by visiting or by calling ext By registering online, participants have access to great, easy-to-use fundraising tools to help them reach their goal. All funds raised at The WALK benefit NO/AIDS Task Force and the men, women and families affected by HIV and AIDS they serve. Additionally, through The WALK Share Grant Program, other Louisiana based AIDS Service Organizations will benefit too. Every dollar makes a difference. The NO/AIDS WALK is committed to keeping costs low, especially in these tough economic times. Over 80 cents of each dollar raised goes directly to helping someone affected by this disease. The NO/AIDS WALK is our largest fundraiser of the year, and the monies raised allow us to continue providing hope and care for men, women and families affected by HIV and AIDS, said Noel Twilbeck, CEO of NO/AIDS Task Force. The WALK also serves another purpose which is to raise awareness that AIDS continues to affect our community and that we must be steadfast in our efforts to provide education and information that help prevent new infections For additional information or to register, please visit or or call [continued on 8] THE OFFICIAL MAG Facebook.COM/AmbushMag Gulf South Entertainment/Travel Guide Since 1982 Louisiana-Florida Official Gay Easter Parade Guide Official Gay Mardi Gras Guide Official Gay New Orleans Guide Official Southern Decadence Guide OFFICE/SHIPPING ADDRESS: 828-A Bourbon St., New Orleans, LA USA OFFICE HOURS: 10am-3pm Monday-Friday [Except Holidays] marsha@ripandmarsha.com PHONE: ANNUAL READERSHIP OVER 1 MILLION: 260,000+ in print/780,000+ On-line CIRCULATION: Alabama-Mobile Florida - Pensacola Louisiana - Baton Rouge, Lafayette, Lake Charles, Metairie, New Orleans, Slidell Mississippi - Bay St. Louis, Biloxi STAFF: PUBLISHER/EDITOR R. 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