John ‘Papa’ Gros show at Hygienic spins Koster back into the past

June 11, 2021 12:00 am • Last Updated: June 11, 2021 10:41 am

By Rick Koster
Day Staff Writer

As the world reopens, the Hygienic Art Park hosted New Orleans pianist John 'Papa' Gros. Inspired by the experience, Rick Koster indulges in a bit of wistful but goofy nostalgia for the Crescent City.

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John ‘Papa’ Gros show at Hygienic spins Koster back into the past

Fake images of Trump arrest show 'giant step' for AI's disruptive power

Coffee lovers gain 1,000 steps a day, but get less sleep, study shows

Trump’s attorney ordered to turn over documents to special counsel

Ukraine: Russia hits apartments and dorm, killing civilians

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