It's about to be a happy homecoming for the tireless Americana bands of New Orleans! On Friday, October 17, locals Hurray for the Riff Raff, The Deslondes, Coyotes, MUSA, and others will take the stage at the Joy Theater for a free show after returning from a busy spring and summer of touring across the United States. The event is the first in a monthly series called "This Is NOLA," an effort by Winter Circle Productions and the Joy Theater to showcase the newest sights, tastes, and sounds of New Orleans.

Speaking of food and drink, this month will have food from NOLA Girl Food Truck & Catering and St. Clair Wood Fired Pizza, as well as craft cocktails, art, and even a short film preview.

Get yourself on the priority entry list by RSVPing at www.thisisnola.org.