Out & About

June

1 Wednesday

ART & ZEN ONLINE MEDITATION SERIES

Online at noon. Join for a live-seated mindfulness meditation inspired by a work of Southern art. This online meditation program is led by Ogden Museum Educator and yoga and meditation instructor, Mikhayla Harrell. All experience levels are welcome. Registration required. ogdenmuseum.org

BARATARIA PRESERVE WETLANDS WALK

Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Reserve Visitor Center at 10 a.m. Join a ranger for a guided walk on a boardwalk trail through the Louisiana swamps and marshes of the Barataria Preserve. nps.gov

CHALMETTE BATTLEFIELD: BATTLE OF NEW ORLEANS TALK

Chalmette Battlefield at 2:45 p.m. Learn about the Battle of New Orleans at the place where it happened. nps.gov FINE PRINT BOOK CLUB: THE PROPHETS Virtual at 7 p.m. my.hnoc.org

FRENCH QUARTER HISTORY TALK

French Quarter visitor center of the Jean Lafitte National Historical Park & Preserve at 9:30 a.m. Join Rangers to learn about the rich cultural history that makes New Orleans the special place that it is. nps.gov

HISTORIC THIBODAUX WALKING TOUR

Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center at 10 a.m. Join a ranger for a stroll through downtown Thibodaux and hear the stories of its past. nps.gov

PARENTS DAY OUT

East Jefferson YMCA at 8 a.m. The Y offers Parent’s Day Out for members and non-members for children ages six weeks to four years. ymcaneworleans.org

2 Thursday

CULINARY KIDS SPECIAL NEEDS CLASS

Culinary Kids at 5:30 p.m. Students cook, assemble, and enjoy a different recipe at each class, and dietary restrictions can be accommodated. Ages 10 through adult. culinarykidsns.com

LOUISIANA’S CAJUN CUISINE

Southern Food & Beverage Museum at 11 a.m. Leave the city behind and explore another beloved cuisine of Louisiana. southernfood.org

OPERATION HOME FRONT

National World War 2 Museum. Travel to The National WWII Museum in New Orleans to explore, remember, and reflect on World War II through exclusive access to the Museum’s campus. nationalww2museum.org

THE NEW ORLEANS ORCHID SOCIETY: SHOW & SALE

Lakeside Shopping Center through June 5. lakesideshopping.com

THE OVERLOOK FILM FESTIVAL

New Orleans through June 5. Overlook Film Festival celebrates all things horror in America’s most haunted city. overlookfilmfest.com

3 Friday

FIRST FRIDAYS AT NOMA: GARDEN OF EARTHLY DELIGHTS

New Orleans Art Museum at 6 p.m. The museum is open late night for an evening packed with musical performances, gallery tours, and special pop-ups. noma.org

O FIRST FRIDAY

Ogden Museum at 10 a.m. College students can explore the world’s largest collection of Southern art free of charge. ogdenmuseum.org

HANDS-ON CREOLE NEW ORLEANS COOKING CLASS

Southern Food & Beverage Museum at 11 a.m. The Creole Cooking Class explores the iconic dishes of New Orleans. southernfood.org

PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT

Culinary Kids at 6 p.m. Drop off the kids for a threehour, movie themed dinner, dessert, and pajama party. Ages 5-12. culinarykidsns.com

WETLANDS ACADIAN CULTURAL CENTER BOAT TOUR

Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center at 10 a.m. Cruise into Louisiana’s past on a boat tour of Bayou Lafourche with a National Park Service ranger. nps.gov

4 Saturday

ACADIAN CULTURAL CENTER DULCIMER JAM Acadian Cultural Center at 10 a.m. Join the Cajun Dulcimer Society and its core group, the Lagniappe Dulcimer Society from Baton Rouge, for dulcimer music: Cajun, country, Celtic, folk, and hymns. nps.gov

CANVAS & KIDS

Mix It Up Art Studio at 11 a.m. Bring the kids in for a morning filled with fantastic fun creating their own painting and projects. All art supplies included. mixitupartstudio.com DINNER DETECTIVE DoubleTree at 6 p.m. America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner theatre show is now playing. Solve a hilarious mystery while you feast on a fantastic dinner. thedinnerdetective.com

GRETNA FARMERS MARKET

Historic downtown Gretna from 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Enjoy fresh local produce and crafts. Rain or shine, under the covered Gretna Market Building. gretnala.com

TAI CHI IN THE SCULPTURE GARDEN

Besthoff Sculpture Garden at 9 a.m. Classes are $5 or free for NOMA members and East Jefferson Wellness Center members. noma.org

YOGA IN THE SCULPTURE GARDEN

Besthoff Sculpture Garden on Saturday mornings at 8 a.m. Classes are $5 or free for NOMA members and East Jefferson Wellness Center members. noma.org

7 Tuesday

NEW ORLEANS WINE AND FOOD EXPERIENCE

The New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute. Times Vary. Throughout the extended six-day event, NOWFE will present a dozen wine and food labs and unique, hands-on experiences.nowfe.com

SCREEN-TIME RESET

Webinar with Nola Family Magazine at 9 p.m. Free virtual ParentEd Talk by Dr. Dimitri Christakis of Seattle Children’s Hospital. eventbrite.com

8 Wednesday

VICTORY BELLS MATINEE LUNCHEON

BB’s Stage Door Canteen at 11:45 a.m. The Victory Belles are a delightful vocal trio performing the music of the 1940s, serenading audiences at The National WWII Museum and across the globe. nationalww2museum.org

National World War 2 Museum. The American Spirit Awards celebrates individuals and organizations whose work reflects the values and spirit of those who served our country during the World War II years. nationalww2museum.org

10 Friday

CREOLE TOMATO FESTIVAL RUN

New Orleans at noon. Run the Creole Tomato Festival Run race in New Orleans. raceentry.com JESSE MCCARTNEY House of Blues at 9 p.m. Jesse McCartney with Jamie Miller and Casey Baer. allevents.in WAITRESS Saenger Theatre at 8 p.m. saengernola.com

11 Saturday

ARTS MARKET

Goldring/Woldenberg Great Lawn of City Park at 10 a.m. The Arts Market New Orleans presented by the Arts Council is a free, monthly, open-air marketplace of artwork made by New Orleans and Gulf Coast artists. artsneworleans.org

CREOLE TOMATO FESTIVAL

French Market District. The French Market’s annual Creole Tomato Festival celebrates the bounty of southeast Louisiana with live music and Creole tomato dishes. frenchmarket.org

NEW ORLEANS HEART BALL

Hyatt Regency New Orleans at 6 p.m. An evening of inspiring stories from local heart heroes, delicious food, cocktails, and dancing with music by The Essentials. ahametairie.ejoinme.org

WORLD OCEANS DAY

Audubon Aquarium. Party for the Planet presented by Entergy: World Oceans Day is a global day of ocean celebration and collaboration for a better future. A healthy ocean supports wildlife, our economy, and our way of life. audubonnatureinstitute.org

14 Tuesday

NEW ORLEANS BRIDE

SUMMER BRIDAL SHOW

Hyatt Regency New Orleans at 5 p.m. Meet and chat with top wedding professionals from florists and photographers to venues and dress designers. Door prizes will be drawn throughout the evening. eventbrite.com

15 Wednesday

SCHOOL GIRLS Marquette Theatre. This buoyant and biting comedy explores the universal similarities (and glaring differences) facing teenage girls across the globe. theatermania.com CROWDER Champions Square at 7:30 p.m. Pre-show Q&A with Crowder and Friends (We The Kingdom, Anne Wilson, and Patrick Mayberry). allevents.in RUPI KAUR Orpheum Theater at 8 p.m. The poet stops in New Orleans as part of her international tour. orpheumnola.com

17 Friday

THE COMEDY ZONE Jefferson Performing Arts Society at 7:30 p.m. Enjoy an evening of stand-up comedy from the nation’s largest comedy network. jpas.org THE WALRUS: A NEW ORLEANS BEATLES TRIBUTE Zony Mash Beer Project at 7 p.m. New Orleans favorite Beatles tribute band live. eventbrite.com WE’LL MEET AGAIN: A TRIBUTE TO THE BLONDE BOMBSHELLS OF WW2 BB’s Stage Door Canteen at 7 p.m. Tribute show honoring some of the best WWII songbirds: Betty Hutton, Doris Day, Dinah Shore, and more. nationalww2museum.org

18 Saturday

CELEBRATING THE SWEDISH NIGHTINGALE Williams Research Center 2 p.m. In collaboration with the Embassy of Sweden in Washington, DC, and the Consulate of Sweden in New Orleans, THNOC will present a recital featuring the repertoire of Jenny Lind, the Swedish opera singer who was an international star in the 19th century. my.hnoc.org

FATHER & CHILD CLASS: FATHER’S DAY BRUNCH

Southern Art & Beverage Museum at 10 a.m. Dads and kids cook together in this special Father’s Day brunch class. southernfood.org

PARENT’S DAY FLOWER ARRANGING WORKSHOP

Longue Vue at 1 p.m. Family members of all ages will enjoy this hands-on interactive class, using flowers and botanicals from their gardens. All materials and instructions are provided, and light refreshments served. longuevue.com

20 Monday

YOUNG ACTORS STUDIO

Jefferson Performing Arts Studio Eastbank through June 24. A one-week session designed to give even the youngest aspiring actors the opportunity to learn the art of performing. The week concludes with a friends and family showcase. jpas.org HAMILTON Saenger Theatre at 7:30 p.m. through July 10. Features a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B, and Broadway. Hamilton is the story of America then, as told by America now. saengernola.com

23 Thursday

ANJELAH JOHNSON-REYES Joy Theater at 7 p.m. thejoytheater.com

24 Friday

CRESCENT CITY CHORAL FESTIVAL

Downtown New Orleans through June 27. The festival offers young singers the opportunity to work with native New Orleans conductor Cheryl Dupont, guest artist and composer Bob Chilcott, and sing with other choirs in one of America’s historic cities. neworleanschildrenschorus.org

FINAL FRIDAY COVINGTON BLOCK PARTY

Historic Downtown Covington at 6 p.m. This free family event features classic car enthusiasts displaying their “pride and joy” over four blocks in Covington’s historic St. John District. Check out local shops and restaurants, and live and DJ music in many of the downtown entertainment venues. covla.com

THE RIVER RIDGE BROMELIAD SOCIETY: SHOW & SALE

Veterans Skylight through June 26. lakesideshopping.com

VIRTUAL BOOK CLUB DISCUSSION:

OPTIC NERVE Online at noon. The NOMA Book Club meets monthly to discuss fiction and nonfiction books related to art in NOMA’s collection and exhibitions. noma.org

25 Saturday

COLOR BUZZ RUN

New Orleans at 8 p.m. This 5K night color run will leave you colorful so start out in white and leave multi-colored. raceentry.com

30 Thursday

CAREER FAIR AND NETWORKING EVENT

New Orleans at 10 a.m. Free Career Fair and Networking Event Employers, Community Resources, and more. Interview with industry leading companies seeking talented, experienced, and motivated professionals. eventbrite.com KEVIN HART See Kevin Hart kick off ESSENCEFest weekend. smoothiekingcenter.com