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PEARS album release THU. APRIL 7 | Following a whirlwind, accident-filled world tour, New Orleans hardcore punk band PEARS releases the rapid-fire, hookfilled and unpredictable acid blast Green Star, its second album and first on venerable punk label Fat Wreck Chords. Such Gold, Donovan Wolfington and Classhole open at 10 p.m. at Siberia.

Leroy Jones releases I’m Talkin’ Bout New Orleans.

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Tosca FRI. & SUN. APRIL 8 & 10 | The New Orleans Opera Association presents Giacomo Puccini’s popular opera about personal intrigue between a diva, an artist and a corrupt police chief amid political turmoil in Rome. At 8 p.m. Friday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts.

NICHOLAS PAYTON WROTE THE CELEBRATORY LINER NOTES for

Leroy Jones’ new album, I’m Talkin’ Bout New Orleans.

As one jazz master to another, Payton riffs joyfully through his tribute to Jones, a trumpet and flugelhorn player, singer, composer and arranger who got his start at 12 as leader of Danny Barker’s Fairview Baptist Church Christian Band.

“I’m talkin’ ’bout one of the greatest trumpeters on the planet!” Payton enthuses in the notes. “I’m talkin’ ’bout raw emotion and creative expression. I’m talkin’ ’bout swing, soul, funk and refinement!”

Payton’s praise flows through 16 glowing lines, every one of them true.

Jones holds an album-release show at 8:30 p.m. Sunday, April 10, at Cafe Istanbul. He also performs twice at French Quarter Festival and at other weekly gigs.

From 1990 to 2007, Jones was a member of Harry Connick Jr.’s big band. He’s busy pursuing his own musical projects these days, but when his schedule allows, he rejoins croonerpianist and American Idol judge Connick on the road and in the studio.

“I just couldn’t give up commitments that I’d made outside of Harry whenever they’d call,” Jones said. “Maybe my commitments don’t pay as much as Harry, but my word has always been more important to me than a dollar.”

Jones invested his own money in I’m Talkin’ Bout New Orleans. He had most of the album’s songs ready after the release of his 2009 album, Sweeter Than a Summer Breeze, but didn’t feel comfortable financing the project through online crowdfunding platforms such as Kickstarter.

“I don’t like to beg for money and do these Kickstarter things,” he says. “I guess I have too much pride for that.

Which is why I waited till I had the money. Also, I got the grant from the Threadhead Cultural Foundation. Then I said, ‘OK, it’s time to do it.’”

WED. APRIL 6 | Junk (Mute), M83’s long-awaited follow-up to 2011 supernova Hurry Up, We’re Dreaming, arrives this week, and if advance single/opening track “Do It, Try It” is any indication — a spatial opera featuring a stadium-crashing backbeat and multipart prog/jazz construction — it’s going to be a doozy. YACHT opens at 8 p.m. at The Civic Theatre.

Bobby Rush Jones and the local musicians on the sessions — including drummer Shannon Powell, saxophonists Alonzo Bowens and Wessell “Warmdaddy” Anderson, keyboardist Lawrence “Larry” Sieberth, cellist Helen Gillet and, the trumpeter’s wife, trombonist Katja Toivola — recorded I’m Talkin’ Bout New Orleans in five days in January at Word of Mouth Recording Studio.

For his latest album, Jones is featuring, for the first time in his recording career, only his original compositions. Selections run from the Latin-tinged title song to the second-line strutting instrumental “Armstrong Parade,” the funk- and island-flavored “Rendezvous” and ready-for-Mardi Gras 2017 “Carnival Is in the Air.” Jones also employs different config-urations of horn sections throughout the album.

“So each piece will have its own signature,” he said. “Every song has a purpose.”

Jones hopes at least some of his original material will become New Orleans standards. Another goal was making an album that has something for everyone.

“I incorporated different genres of music, to define who I am and what I’ve been influenced by,” Jones says. “Pop music, R&B, reggae. Music is all relative to me. Good music is good music. And if you can offer something that appeals to a wide variety of listeners, you’ve got something there.”

APRIL 8 LEROY JONES’ ORIGINAL HURRICANE BRASS BAND 2:15 P.M.-3:45 P.M. FRIDAY FRENCH QUARTER FESTIVAL, BRASS BAND JAM STAGE, OLD U.S. MINT, 400 ESPLANADE AVE. WWW.FQFI.ORG/FRENCHQUARTER

APRIL 9 LEROY JONES AND NEW ORLEANS’ FINEST 3:50 P.M.-5 P.M. SATURDAY FRENCH QUARTER FESTIVAL, JACKSON SQUARE, DECATUR ST.10 APRIL 10 LEROY JONES’ I’M TALKIN’ BOUT NEW ORLEANS PARTY 8:30 P.M. SUNDAY CAFE ISTANBUL, 2372 ST. CLAUDE AVE. (504) 975-0286; WWW.CAFEISTANBULNOLA.COM TICKETS $15 IN ADVANCE, $20 AT THE DOOR

SAT. APRIL 9 | At 82, Bobby Rush is an elder statesman of the blues — mixed with R&B, funk and soul — but he just gets better with age, having drawn Grammy Award nominations for 2014’s Decisions and 2013’s Down in Louisiana.

He and opener Colin Lake perform solo acoustic sets. At 9 p.m. at Chickie Wah Wah.

Mumford & Sons with Blake Mills SAT. APRIL 9 | This season-ushering doubleheader pairs the probably overrated Marcus Mumford & Sons with the definitely underrated Blake Mills, Grammy-nominated Alabama Shakes producer, whose overlooked LPs Break Mirrors and Heigh Ho consistently reach the kind of highs just outside Mumford’s grasp. At 8 p.m. at Zephyr Field.

Acid Mothers Temple MON. APRIL 11 | The prolific, long-running psychedelic Japanese collective forecasts a 2016 release for Wake to a New Dawn of Another Astro Era, among the band’s dozens of studio and live releases and welcoming two new players (drummer Satoshima Nani and cryptically named bassist S/T) to its evolving cosmic congregation. Mounds and Druids open at 9 p.m. at Gasa Gasa.

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BLAME IT ON THE STATE BUDGET CRISIS (and blame that on your politician of choice), but you’re now paying 1 cent more for every dollar spent in the Pelican State. Congratulations, Louisiana: Combined with local sales taxes, you now have the highest sales tax rate in the nation. The tax is set to expire on June 30, 2018. It’s enough to make you eye Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire and Oregon, which have no state sales tax.

If you smoke cigarettes, more bad news: A new 22-cent-per-pack tax makes those smokes a bit more pricey, though our tobacco tax still is low compared to other states. Cigarette taxes are expected to bring $46 million per year into the state economy. — KEVIN ALLMAN

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Medard H. Nelson Charter School won

the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Foundation’s Class Got Brass contest, along with $10,000 worth of instruments, as part of the foundation’s annual school brass band competition at Armstrong Park. Nelson placed first among five schools in the advanced category; Landry-Walker High School placed second, St. Augustine High School placed third, Edna Karr High School placed fourth, and McKinley Senior High School placed fifth.

Linda A. HowardCurtis, a social

worker at Pierre A. Capdau Charter School, received the 2016 Louisiana Social Worker of the Year award from the Louisiana Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. Howard-Curtis previously received the association’s Outstanding AfricanAmerican Social Worker for Black History Month in 2009, 2011 and 2013.

Louisiana’s jails

fail to care for HIVpositive prisoners, according to a new report from Human Rights Watch. Only five (including Orleans Parish Prison and Jefferson Parish Prison) of Louisiana’s 104 jails offer HIV testing.

Prisoners with HIV “often go undiagnosed, untreated, and without effective community care upon release,” the report says. The state has the second-highest rate of prisoners with HIV in the country.

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The life sentences handed down to two men involved in the 2013 Mother’s Day secondline shootings drew this Facebook comment: “I agree with Deborah Cotton, who was one of the actual victims who was shot that day. We can’t just keep locking up violent kids without forgetting to work to stop the things that make them violent.” — Jarrod Broussard

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ONE OF THE REASONS LOUISIANA RANKS LOW ON “GOOD” LISTS AND HIGH ON “BAD” LISTS IS OUR STATE’S CRUSHING LEVEL OF POVERTY.

Of all the problems confronting our state, none has proved to be as intractable as poverty — and none has led to more societal ills.

Crime. Truancy. Teenage pregnancy. High incarceration rates. Low educational attainment.

These problems all stem from Louisiana’s high poverty rate.

Reducing poverty has been a stated goal of every governor in memory, but few have had the courage to do something about it. Last week, Gov. John Bel Edwards took up that mantle by testifying in favor of two bills that address Louisiana’s poverty rate in a real way. One would require equal pay for men and women, and the other gradually would raise the minimum wage in Louisiana to $8.50 an hour. Both bills cleared the Senate Labor and Industrial Relations Committee after Edwards’ testimony. We urge the Senate — and then the House — to pass both bills.

Senate Bill 254 by state Sen. JP Morrell, D-New Orleans, would make equal pay for men and women the law in Louisiana. The House has a companion bill by Reps. Helena Moreno, D-New Orleans; Kenny Cox, D-Natchitoches; and Marcus Hunter, D-Monroe. In addition to requiring equal pay, the bills would reward employers who adopt fair pay policies by protecting them from vexatious litigation.

The arguments for equal pay are compelling. Louisiana ranks last in the nation for women’s pay compared to that of men for the same work. Louisiana women are generally better educated than Louisiana men, yet they face the nation’s largest pay gap: For every dollar a man earns here, a woman earns 65 cents for the same job. (The national average is 79 cents.) The disparity is even greater for women of color — and in no parish do women earn

the same as men. Above all, paying women less means keeping kids in poverty. “We can’t simply talk about family values,” Edwards said of equal pay. “We must implement policies that value families.”

On a similar track, Sen. Karen Carter Peterson, D-New Orleans, has authored Senate Bill 269, which would increase Louisiana’s $7.25 minimum wage to $8.00 on Jan. 1, 2017 and to $8.50 on Jan. 1, 2018.

A companion bill has been filed in the House by state Rep. Joe Bouie, D-New Orleans. Louisiana is one of five states that does not have its own minimum wage and instead uses the federal minimum wage. Moreover, women comprise more than 80 percent of minimum wage earners.

“We have a real chance to make a real difference in the lives of families and children all across Louisiana by raising the minimum wage,” Edwards said of the measure. “When our families do better, our state does better.” We agree.

Poverty is the unresolved issue that haunts every governor, lawmaker and citizen who cares — and dares — to take up the cause of making Louisiana better. Enacting equal pay and raising the minimum wage will make Louisiana better.

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I-10 News on the move 1. ANDREW JACKSON’S HORSE Tulane University administrator Richard Marksbury doesn’t want Andrew Jackson’s statue removed from its perch at the center of Jackson Square, but he warned members of New Orleans City Council last week that it’s in danger of coming down under the same criteria the council considered in its vote to remove four controversial monuments to the Confederacy.

Marksbury — and Council Vice President Stacy Head — argued the measure creates a slippery slope for other landmarks at the council’s Governmental Affairs Committee meeting March 31. Jackson’s atrocities against Native Americans, including the Indian Removal Act and leading the Trail of Tears, prime his statue for removal, because the “nuisance” ordinance used to remove the Confederate monuments applies. (The nuisance ordinance says to remove from public view any structure that “suggests the supremacy of one ethnic, religious, or racial group over any other, or gives honor or praise to any violent actions taken wrongfully against citizens of the city to promote ethnic, religious, or racial supremacy of any group over another.”) Ironically, many groups, including Take ’Em Down NOLA, argue Jackson’s statue, among others, should come down precisely for those reasons.

Head added that Bienville “absolutely was a white supremacist” but is considered a hero as the founder of New Orleans. (“How do you laud him as a hero?” she asked.) “I detest inconsistency,” Head added. “If you’re gonna feed me horse poop, tell me it’s horse poop. Don’t sprinkle sugar on it and tell me it’s a brownie.”

2. Quote of the week “Scientific research and developments and advances in the last 100 years, particularly in the last 15, 20, 10 years, have validated the Biblical story of creation.” — State Sen. John Milkovich, D-Shreveport, defending the state’s unconstitutional law requiring creationism be taught in schools alongside science. The state’s Balanced Treatment for Creation-Science Act was deemed unconstitutional by the Louisiana Supreme Court in 1987. State Sen. Dan Claitor, R-Baton Rouge, was following attempts in previous legislative sessions to repeal the archaic law. Milkovich argued that an ark — presumably Noah’s — has been discovered on Mt. Ararat, and asked, “Are you aware there’s an abundance of recent science that actually confirms the Genesis account of creation?”

“That’s not what I’m asking you here to do,” Claitor said.

“I’m asking you to repeal what’s been found unconstitutional.” The committee rejected Claitor’s measure 4-2.

3. Second-line shoot-

ers get life in prison

Travis and Akein Scott, who previously pleaded guilty to charges related to racketeering, narcotics and crimes of violence, were sentenced last week to life in prison for their role in the Mother’s Day second line shootings on May 12, 2013. Nineteen people were hit with gunfire and another was injured in the melee.

Among those injured was Gambit second line correspondent Deborah Cotton.

The Scotts were members of the Frenchmen/Derbigny street gang, which sold narcotics and controlled turf in the 7th Ward. U.S. District Judge Ivan L.R. Lemelle also sentenced two other Scott brothers, Shawn and Stanley Scott, to 40 years in prison for their roles in the racketeering enterprise.

4. Anderson Cooper, Andy Cohen to talk at the Saenger

CNN anchor Anderson Cooper and Bravo personality Andy Cohen are bringing

but Edwards said he would undo it with his own executive order this week. Last week, Mississippi and North Carolina both passed bills with language that critics say could allow for similar forms of discrimination, and Georgia Gov. Nathan Deal vetoed his state’s “religious liberty” bill after taking fire from corporations that do business in the state.

6. Minimum wage,

equal pay bills both before state Senate

a show called “Deep Talk and Shallow Tales” to the Saenger Theater June 24.

Press materials describe it as a “live, interactive look behind the scenes of pop culture and world events.”

Cohen is responsible for the endless variations of Real Housewives shows, while Cooper — host of the program AC360 — has logged many hours in Louisiana covering the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and the federal floods, as well as the BP oil disaster. He also addressed the Tulane University graduating class of 2010.

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Edwards: I’ll rescind Jindal’s ‘Marriage and Conscience’ executive order Gov. John Bel Edwards will undo former Gov. Bobby Jindal’s “Marriage and Conscience” executive order — probably this week, Edwards tells Gambit. Jindal’s order, which putatively gave businesses the right to discriminate against same-sex couples, would sunset this year anyway,

The state Senate Committee on Labor and Industrial Relations OK’d a bill last week that would raise the state minimum wage to $8 in 2017 and $8.50 in 2018. Gov. John Bel Edwards and Senate President Karen Carter Peterson spoke in favor of the bill, which now moves to the full Senate, where it likely will face greater opposition. Louisiana is among only a few states without a minimum wage; it uses the federal $7.25 mandate.

Edwards also testified before the committee in support of the Louisiana Equal Pay Act (Senate Bill 254), a bill sponsored by state Sen. J.P. Morrell, D-New Orleans, that would mandate equal pay when it comes to men and women performing the same job. “We can’t simply talk about family values; we must implement policies that value families,” Edwards said. The bill passed out of committee with a 5-2 vote and now heads to the full Senate.

7. Deadly drug More people in New Orleans have died from fentanyl-related overdoses in January 2016 than in all of 2015, according to New Orleans Coroner Jeffrey Rouse. Last year, there were 12 deaths from fentanyl — a synthetic opioid painkiller sometimes laced into heroin — but Rouse classified his 14th fentanyl-related death for January last week.

The fentanyl epidemic reaches beyond New Orleans.

The Drug Enforcement Agency issued a nationwide alert last month as overdoses continued to climb. According to the National Forensic Laboratory Information System, state and local labs reported 3,344 fentanyl submissions in 2014, up from 942 in 2013.

8. Carrollton Boosters

give up plans to redevelop The Fly

The contentious plan to build a new soccer complex on public land at Audubon Riverview Park (aka The Fly) was abruptly abandoned last week after weeks of protest and acrimony from people upset that it would be replacing prime public green space. John Payne, the complex’s chief backer and fundraiser, announced he was dropping the plan, and Rini Marcus, president of the Carrollton Boosters youth sports organization, said the group “is withdrawing its proposal to bring additional recreational opportunities” to the Fly.

9. HANO criminal background checks dropped

Following a 24-hour vigil by advocates demanding more affordable housing options for formerly incarcerated people, the Housing Authority of New Orleans (HANO) approved new rules effectively eliminating criminal background checks for people seeking housing assistance. The new policy lifts a ban preventing people with criminal records from receiving Section 8 vouchers or public housing. Applicants instead will be screened by a three-person panel.

Following a heated debate at a HANO meeting in March, at which criminal justice advocates urged HANO to adjust the measure’s language allowing third-party property managers to opt out of the policy, HANO made the ban lift mandatory. The measure now heads to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for final approval.

10. Matalin: “And I’m saying this of a Democrat …”

At the seventh annual Ed Renwick Lecture Series last week at Loyola University, conservative pundit Mary Matalin surprised the audience when she was asked which politician of her acquaintance she thought possessed the most political skill. Her answer: Mayor Mitch Landrieu. “I’m 62, and I don’t care if you think I’m pandering,” Matalin said, adding, “And I’m saying this of a Democrat, and that doesn’t make me feel good.”

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Hey Blake, What can you tell me about the history of Riecke Cabinet Works, which operated for many years behind the Mid-City Bowling Lanes on South Carrollton Avenue? The company was renowned for being fine craftsmen in fine woods.

Dear reader, A native of New Orleans, Henry Riecke Sr. went to work in a woodworking plant when he was 14 years old. At age 18, he began working for a cabinet maker and decided to make that his career. He opened his own shop in 1904 at Magazine and Girod streets. “I didn’t solicit any orders,” he said in a 1955 article in The Times-Picayune. “I just did my work right and people kept coming in with orders.” Before long, the shop outgrew its original location and moved to Tchoupitoulas and Girod streets, and later to an even larger space at Annunciation and Girod streets. The plant you remember at 4102 Tulane Ave. opened in 1924.

Two of Riecke’s four sons, Henry Jr. and Earl, were associated with the family business. Another son ran a related company, the Tulane Hardwood Lumber Company.

Riecke Cabinet Works specialized in a wide range of woodworking services and products, including desks, shelves, paneling and tables for libraries, schools, banks and offices. The company was particularly proud of its work in churches across the country, including custom-made pews, confessionals and woodcarvings. The Riecke

Riecke Cabinet Works designed and built the mahogany archbishop’s cathedra at St. Louis Cathedral on Jackson Square.

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company’s works can be seen in St. Louis Cathedral, where craftsmen designed and built the hand-carved mahogany archbishop’s cathedra, or chair. Other prominent jobs included the old state Supreme Court building on Loyola Avenue, the Pere Marquette building downtown and Tulane University’s Howard-Tilton Memorial Library.

At the time of its 50th anniversary in 1955, the company prided itself on being “one of the best equipped and largest specialized cabinet shops in the South,” employing more than 125 people. The senior Riecke died in 1965 and the company went out of business in 1971.

BLAKEVIEW THIS WEEKEND, THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE WILL DESCEND ON WOLDENBERG PARK to take in the music and food of French Quarter Festival. The park

also had a starring role in the recent Fox television production of The Passion. Spurred by construction of the Audubon Nature Institute’s Aquarium of the Americas, the 15-acre park opened in 1990 on land that previously had been wharves. It is named for the late businessman and philanthropist Malcolm C. Woldenberg, who was born in Montreal and moved to New Orleans in 1941. Along with Stephen Goldring, Woldenberg co-founded Magnolia Liquor Company (which later became Republic National Distributing Company) in 1944. Woldenberg died in 1982. The Dorothy and Malcolm Woldenberg Foundation (named for him and his wife) donated $5 million to the park, with $2 million going toward construction and $3 million into an endowment for maintenance. A bronze statue of Woldenberg, seated and talking to a young boy, is on view in the park.

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OF ALL THE USELESS THINGS TO COME OUT OF THE SPECIAL LEGISLATIVE SESSION in February and early March, the most pointless of all may be the creation of yet another task force to study Louisiana’s budget and tax issues. The structural problems with our state’s tax code are well known and more than adequately studied. What’s lacking is the political will to take longterm corrective action.

Even the chronically upbeat Council for A Better Louisiana (CABL) couldn’t refrain from saying, “Been there, done that!” in analyzing the task force’s first gathering. CABL serves on the latest study panel, as it has on many previous committees.

What makes the latest study so unnecessary is the fact that several recent studies have thoroughly analyzed the problems and suggested clear-headed solutions. One, coincidentally, also was commissioned by the Legislature — the Louisiana Tax Study 2015, which was led by LSU’s venerable economist and longtime Revenue Estimating Conference imam Jim Richardson. That study also bears the impressive imprimatur of Tulane University’s Murphy Institute, which promotes the study of political economy, ethics and public policy.

Another study was an independent effort sponsored by the Committee of 100 for Economic Development, or C-100. That group is comprised largely of conservative business types, but its study was nonpartisan in its approach and in its conclusions. Both studies recommended an overhaul of Louisiana’s Byzantine tax code, which is riddled with exemptions that literally outpace collections.

A third study came from the Washington D.C.-based Tax Foundation, which concluded (to the chagrin of many Republicans, no doubt) that Louisiana actually has one of the lowest tax burdens in the country — ranking us 45th among the 50 states. That, of course, was before the special session added (for now) a fifth penny of sales tax, but even with that we couldn’t have climbed much higher. Moreover, the foundation ranked Louisiana poorly in terms of its tax structure, again citing the complex maze of exemptions — particularly sales tax exemptions.

As CABL noted in an email blast last week, “[O]ver time we have made a mess of our tax structure and there are examples that bear that out. According to figures from the Department of Revenue, when you consider our major sources of taxation, we have more than $15 billion in taxes on the books. But out of that $15 billion we only collect about $7.5 billion because we have more than $8 billion in various tax exemptions. … That doesn’t make good sense.”

No, it doesn’t. Even without benefit of the impending fourth study, CABL suggested the obvious solution: Simplify the tax code, lower tax rates, make the code more transparent, and thereby create a better (and fairer) tax environment for individuals as well as businesses.

It’s simple enough to articulate. Making it happen is quite another matter.

Again quoting CABL: “[N]ow more than ever our state leaders need to act like leaders.”

In fairness, many of them are doing that. Unfortunately, not enough of their colleagues are joining them.

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PERFORMERS MAKING THEIR FRENCH QUARTER FEST DEBUT Amy Nicole & Zydeco Soul Andy J. Forest Trio Bad Penny Pleasuremakers Buckwheat Zydeco Caesar Brothers’ Funk Box Cha Wa Chance Bushman & the Ibervillianaires Charlie Halloran & the Quality 6 Charlie Wooton Project Cowboy Mouth Daniele Spadavecchia & Sicilian Swing Dex Daley & Jam-X Goat in the Road Little Maker MainLine Mason Ruffner Pascal Valcasara Quartet Sonny Landreth T’Canaille Thais Clark & Her JAZZsters The Batture Boys feat.

Tommy Malone and Ray Ganucheau Wes Raymond & the SOUL Factory

Sarah Quintana & the Miss River Band 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Friday WWL’s Esplanade in the Shade stage The New Orleans singer-songwriter and guitarist recorded Miss River with the aid and inspiration of the Mississippi River, which weaves in and out of the album’s folk and jazz arrangements. Her band includes Rex Gregory, Robin Sherman, Raphael Imbert, Doug Garrison, Gina Forsyth and Richard Comeaux.

The Salt Wives 2 p.m.-2:45 p.m. Saturday New Orleans Magazine Cabaret Stage at Palm Court Jazz Cafe This rowdy ensemble — Lydia Stein, David Symons, Cody Ruth, Byron Asher and Dr. Sick — blends klezmer, cabaret, German theater, tango and kitchen-sink street performance in its self-described “radical Yiddish chamber folk.”

Andre Bohren 2 p.m.-3:15 p.m. Saturday Classical Music Stage at St. Mary’s at the Ursuline Convent The drummer (Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes, Rory Danger & the Danger Dangers) dials it down from 11 with a solo set of classical music on piano.

Jean Knight 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Sunday Abita Beer Stage The New Orleans native (famous for the 1971 soul classic “Mr. Big Stuff,” arranged by New Orleans producer Wardell Quezergue) released a string of ’60s singles on Jet Stream and Tribe Records before her breakout Stax hit. She entered the Louisiana Music Hall of Fame in 2007.

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It’s free, right? Right. Keep in mind, though, that the festival pays for itself with drinks and merch sales on the grounds, so drop a few dollars to keep things going.

How many stages are there?

Twenty-three, ranging from the big stages in Jackson Square, Woldenberg Park and the lawn of the Old U.S. Mint to much smaller stages on Bourbon, Royal, Chartres and Decatur streets in the Upper Quarter (between Canal and St. Ann streets, which are great when you feel claustrophobic; the big stages get really crowded).

Does it get super-crowded? Yes. It also may be very hot. The big advantage that French Quarter Fest has over other festivals (like the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival) is that you can walk a few blocks and find a relaxing coffee shop, bar or restaurant where you can take a breather.

(See Helen Freund’s recommendations of what’s new in the Quarter, p. 20.)

How do I avoid claustrophobia?

You’ll find smaller crowds on “Local Thursday” (April 7), as well as performances by Deacon John, John Boutte, Fredy Omar con su Banda, the Dixie Cups and (making its French Quarter Fest debut) Cowboy Mouth. Things wrap up on Thursday by 7 p.m.

As for the rest of the weekend, the smaller the stage, the lighter the crowd. Expect Jackson Square to be mobbed.

Any don’ts? No coolers, ice chests or big containers are allowed in festival areas. Moreover, there will be bag checks at major

entrances along the river. Also: No pets.

What about food? What the festival calls “The World’s Largest Jazz Brunch” you’d likely call “food booths.” There are dozens: in Jackson Square, in Woldenberg Park, at the Old U.S. Mint, in the parking lot of Jax Brewery and — new this year — at Spanish Plaza. Dishes are usually $4-$10.

What about parking? Why drive?

N. Rampart Street is still a mess due to streetcar construction, making it hard to access the French Quarter. Parking either will be expensive or nonexistent — and you know the city will be out in force writing tickets and towing for any infraction should you find a space. Consider taking the streetcar or bus, or riding a bike (bike parking is available on the neutral ground by the Old U.S. Mint, and Bike Easy will offer “bike valet parking” at the Canal Street entrance to Woldenberg Park).

What if I have to drive in? There’s a new option this year — parking in the lots at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center. The price: $30. That gets you a parking spot and a round-trip, air-conditioned shuttle ride to the Sheraton Hotel (500 Canal St.). Shuttles will operate from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and 10 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday. Or you could park along the streetcar route and ride that downtown.

What about ride-hailing? There will be an official “Uber Pickup Zone” at Canal and Camp streets. You also can try ride-hailing app Lyft, which now operates in New Orleans.

Anything specifically for kids to do? Check out the Chevron STEAM Zone (science, technology, engineering, arts, math) at the Natchez wharf, or find other family activities in the courtyard at Hermann-Grima House (820 St. Louis St.).

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Sarah Quintana & the Miss River Band 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Friday WWL’s Esplanade in the Shade stage Aurora Nealand & the Royal Roses 4 p.m.-5:45 p.m. Saturday Zapp’s Stage Cha Wa 3:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Thursday GE Digital Big River Stage Monk Boudreaux & the Golden Eagles 3:45 p.m.-5:05 p.m. Friday Abita Beer Stage Naughty Professor 3:45 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

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Little Maker 2 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Friday WWL’s Esplanade in the Shade stage Lost Bayou Ramblers 3:45 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Friday Chevron Cajun/ Zydeco Showcase

The Salt Wives 2 p.m.-2:45 p.m. Saturday New Orleans Magazine Cabaret Stage at Palm Court Jazz Cafe Tank & the Bangas 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Saturday WWL’s Esplanade in the Shade stage

New Birth Brass Band 12:45 p.m.-2 p.m. Friday The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk Stage with Harrah’s New Orleans Stooges Brass Band 5:45 p.m.-7 p.m. Saturday Popeyes Barracks St. Brass Band Jam

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Sunday French Market Traditional Jazz Stage

Big Chief Bo Dollis Jr. & the Wild Magnolias 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Saturday GE Digital Big River Stage Corey Henry’s Treme Funktet 5:15 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

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Christian Serpas & Ghost Town 11 a.m.-12:10 p.m. Saturday Tropical Isle Hand Grenade Stage Feufollet 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Saturday Chevron Cajun/ Zydeco Showcase

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BY BY WILL COVIELLO On a stage shaded by oak trees in front Spend the day at these stages of the Old U.S. Mint, the day gets off to a jazzy start and there’s a long afternoon of Americana-esque rock.

Sarah Quintana last released Miss River, a folk and jazz album featuring sounds of the Mississippi River incorporated into tracks.

The Lost Bayou Closing the day, The Batture Boys is a collaboration Ramblers between former mellow-rockperform Friday ing subdude Tommy Malone on the Cajun and and former Continental Drifter Ray zydeco stage.

Ganucheau. Next week, the band releases Muddy Water, a six-song EP delving into bluesy Americana.

Also performing are fellow former AT FRENCH QUARTER FESTIVAL , Continental Drifter Susan Cowsill and it’s easy to head to the Riverfront’s Micah McKee, leading his indie pop larger stages or Jackson Square, band Little Maker. throw down a blanket and chairs and not move. But most of the festival’s Saturday afternoon at the Jazz 23 stages are spread throughout the Playhouse stage (300 Bourbon St.) historic district, and there are many 2:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Ed Peterson camp-worthy spots in areas not & Victor Atkins as heavily traveled. Here are a few 5 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Bill Summers slates to consider. & Amber Matthews Friday at the Cajun/zydeco stage The stage’s short schedule features 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m. Waylon a few virtuosos. Saxophonist Ed Thibodeaux Band Peterson may be best known as a sideman and for contributions such 2 p.m.-3:15 p.m. The as his work on the New Orleans Jazz Babineaux Sisters Orchestra’s Grammy Award-winning 3:45 p.m.-5:15 p.m. Lost Bayou Book One. Here, he and pianist Victor Ramblers Atkins present a tribute to Stevie 5:30 p.m.-7 p.m. Chubby Carrier Wonder. Master percussionist Bill & the Bayou Swamp Band Summers, a former member of The The dedicated Cajun and zydeco Headhunters and Herbie Hancock music stage is hard to miss, situated collaborator, performs with vocalist at the split of Decatur and N. Peters Amber Matthews. streets, and Friday is a good day to Sunday at the Songwriter Stage park there. The highlights are sets by the Lost Bayou Ramblers, one of the 2:15 p.m.-2:45 p.m. Hannah young Cajun bands carrying the man- Kreiger-Benson tle of writing new music, and Chubby 3 p.m.-3:30 p.m. Amy Trail Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band, 3:45 p.m.-4:15 p.m. The whose 2010 album Zydeco Junkie Asylum Chorus won the last Grammy Award for a 4:30 p.m.-5 p.m. Maggie Koerner Cajun or zydeco album. Former state 5:15 p.m.-6 p.m. Colin Lake fiddle champion Waylon Thibodeaux starts the day with his Cajun band, The songwriter stage at the Historic followed by The Babineaux Sisters, New Orleans Collection (533 Royal who have branched off their CaSt.) presents notable local vocalists jun roots and released an EP that and songwriters. Hannah Kreiclimbed iTunes’ country charts. ger-Benson and Amy Trail hold down There are dance lessons at 1:45 p.m. solo sets before joining The Asylum and 3:15 p.m.

Chorus, which features pop and classical vocalists singing folk and Friday at the Esplanade soul music and original takes on pop in the Shade stage tunes. Maggie Koerner made a name 11 a.m.-12:15 p.m. Sarah Quintana & for herself cowriting and singing “Hey the Miss River Band Na Na” for Galactic. Blues and folk 12:30 p.m.-1:45 p.m. Benny Grunch guitarist and singer Colin Lake closes the stage. and the Bunch

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EAT Ace Hotel (600 Carondelet St., 504-900-1180; www.acehotel.com/ neworleans) Arguably spring’s hottest opening, the new Ace Hotel on Carondelet Street is about a 15-minute walk from the French Quarter stages. Dine at the Southern-leaning Italian restaurant Josephine Estelle or grab a drink at the upstairs rooftop garden bar, Alto, where chefs Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman offer a streamlined menu of small plates including salads, skewered meats and grilled vegetables. The hotel’s music venue Three Keys hosts musical acts all weekend long, including Meschiya Lake & The Little Big Horns April 9.

Camellia Grill (540 Chartres St., 504-522-1800)

Following renovations, the French Quarter greasy spoon favorite is once again open under its original name, serving up classic diner fare including burgers, chili fries and vanilla “freezes.”

Grab a seat at the counter bar and build a solid foundation prefest with one of the spot’s omelets served with a mountain of hash browns — the chef’s special includes turkey, bacon, ham, potatoes, onions and American cheese and is served under a blanket of chili.

Compere Lapin (Old No. 77 Hotel, 535 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-599-2119; www. comperelapin.com) A few blocks from Spanish Plaza, chef Nina Compton’s Compere Lapin provides a refined breather from the festival and features a lengthy list of creative cocktails from bar manager Abigail Gullo.

Compton’s Caribbean roots are reflected in Italian-influenced dishes with Southern touches such as dirty rice arancini,

Nine Roses Cafe conch croquettes and curried goat with sweet potato gnocchi.

New menu additions include a burger topped with Taleggio cheese, caramelized onions and bread and butter pickles.

Dis & Dem (817 St. Louis St., 504-304-3991) Skip Murray opened the French Quarter outpost of his Mid-City burger and slider joint in February. The new spot in the back of Rue St. Louis bar offers the same menu of oversized glazed burgers, seasoned fries and sliders served on sourdough hot dog buns.

The Hawaii 5-0 comes topped with a sausage patty, grilled pineapple, bacon, cheese and a fried egg.

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Killer Poboys (219 Dauphine St., 504462-2731; www.killerpoboys.com) Nothing soaks up alcohol quite like a po-boy, and the ones at the new Killer PoBoys are no exception.

The first standalone spot from the folks behind the French Quarter permanent pop-up serves an extensive selection of sandwiches, including a breakfast-style omelet version oozing aged cheddar cheese, bacon and herbed aioli.

A kid-friendly take on the PB&J features pecan butter and seasonal fruit jelly on whole wheat bread. The shop closes at 4 p.m., so if you’re running late, head over to the crew’s flagship spot inside the Erin Rose bar (811 Conti St.) which serves food until midnight.

Nine Roses Cafe (620 Conti St., 504-3249450; www.ninerosesrestaurant.com) Take a healthy break from the fried fare and pop into the French Quarter’s newest Vietnamese spot. The little sister of West Bank restaurant Nine Roses serves traditional Vietnamese standbys including bowls of pho, spring rolls and banh mi.

Steamed buns stuffed with soft slices of pork belly and pickled vegetables offer a good snack for those less hungry.

Replenish your energy by grabbing an iced Vietnamese coffee on the way back to the fest.

DRINK B’Macs (819 St. Louis St., 504-252-2026) B’Macs opened in January 2015 but the expansive back patio might be the Quarter’s best-kept secret. The courtyard features an array of comfy couches and tables, widescreen televisions and a small stage in the rear, which often hosts local musicians. Run by a crew of longtime Chart Room expats, the bar serves a steady clientele of locals with little pretense. A rotating shot and a beer special is always $5.

El Libre (508 Dumaine St., 504-309-2699; www.ellibrenola.com) Besides offering a selection of classic Cubanos, pressed egg sandwiches and other Cuban standbys (cortaditos and Cuban coffee), El Libre serves a short but sweet array of classic cocktails inspired by the island nation. There are refreshing and mint-forward mojitos, Cuba libres and a Hemingway Daiquiri — a classic rendition featuring freshsqueezed lime and grapefruit juice, Luxardo Maraschino liqueur, rum and sugar. Grab a seat inside the restaurant, tucked away in a tiny Dumaine Street storefront, or grab your drink to go.

Palace Cafe (605 Canal St., 504-523-1661; www.palacecafe.com) Get your rum on at the new Black Duck bar, located upstairs at the recently renovated Palace Cafe. Here, signature rum cocktails can be paired with charcuterie and cheese plates, or snacks including classic French gougeres, made with Gruyere and black peppercorns. Cocktails include the Drunken Marauder, made with local Rougaroux Sugarshine rum, Myers dark rum, orange, pineapple, orgeat and Angostura bitters.

Salon Restaurant (622 Conti St., 504-267-7098; vwww.restaurantsalon.com) Just steps from the action, this posh cocktail bar and restaurant feels worlds away from the festival chaos. A long list of wines by the glass includes multiple bubbly varieties, and there are creative cocktails, beers and ciders. Afternoon tea menus feature finger sandwiches and pastries. An extensive selection of teas — including the beautiful flowering white Marigold variety — offers a nice break from all the booze. Snag a seat on the outdoor, wraparound balcony and take in the French Quarter scene from above.

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BIG CHIEF IRVING “HONEY” BANISTER OF THE CREOLE WILD WEST and

J’Wan Boudreaux, spy boy of the Golden Eagles and grandson of Big Chief Monk Boudreaux, break down their massive, hand-stitched suits — which double in weight once they’re soaked in sweat onstage — into separate suitcases every night on the road. The vocalists in Mardi Gras Indian funk outfit Cha Wa “are always sewing,” says drummer Joe Gelini.

“After every show these guys have to hang their stuff up, air it out, wipe it down — they got to repeat the whole thing the next day,” Gelini says. “The suits take the highest priority of anything in the luggage.”

Cha Wa released its debut album Funk’N’Feathers April 1, building on the Wild Magnolias’ funk and the rhythms from Indian street parades.

Gelini first met Banister at weekly Indian practices at Handa Wanda’s, where Wild Magnolias drummer Norwood “Geechie” Johnson got Gelini up to speed. “He really got me straight. I was a little overconfident for what I thought I could do,” Gelini says, laughing. “Geechie was like, ‘Hold up. Let me show you how to do it.’”

As a new Indian band in a genre that has only a few, Cha Wa is challenged with rearranging traditional and seemingly ancient holy music

while respecting the culture and invigorating the genre with and for a new generation. Gelini said he hopes “to expose people to Mardi Gras Indian music so they appreciate it as much as I did, but also have a situation where the Indians themselves respect, listen and enjoy it, and we can cross over to audiences that might never have been exposed to Mardi Gras Indians and draw from the funk side of it.”

Cha Wa’s diverse lineup on Funk’N’Feathers also includes guitarist John Fohl, Stephen Malinowski on organ, Yoshitaka “Z2” Tsuji on piano and Haruka Kikuchi on trombone.

Johnson adds bass drum and backing vocals, and Ellman jumps in with saxophone. Davell Crawford also guests performing his grandfather “Sugar Boy” Crawford’s “Jock-a-Mo,” and Colin Lake plays lap steel on “Li’l Liza Jane.”

“I think it was really trying to blend the classical nature of it and the contemporary, where our generation’s influence comes from,” Gelini says.

“There’s a void in having the traditional rhythms, the street rhythms, in a contemporary production. …

Rhythmically we’re keeping the Indian beats, the second line beats, the bamboula beat. … There’s a lot of history there. Why not try to expose people to that?”

Produced by Galactic’s Ben Ellman, Funk’N’Feathers collects a bulk of the Mardi Gras Indian canon, from “Ooh Na Nay” to “Hold ‘Em Joe,” wrapped in slick production and bursting with live energy.

On album opener “Injuns, Here They Come,” the band builds an atmosphere, first with immersive percussion, then the familar mantra, then swirling organs and funk guitar riffs. Gelini arranged a propulsive “Shallow Water” to pay homage to the psychedelic funk on the Wild Magnolias’ early recordings. “When I listen to those old Wild Magnolias records, which are huge influences to me and the rest of the band, there’s that vibe,” he says. “You got Indian practices, you go on the street on Mardi Gras, on St. Joseph’s night, on Super Sunday — it’s all vibe. The hair on the back of your neck will stand up.”

That “vibe” carries over onstage — the band doesn’t necessarily rehearse songs but learns to speak a common language that Gelini jokes is “100 percent” improvisation.

“What we’ve been able to develop, which is what a lot of bands strive for, is the intuitive nature of playing with other musicians,” he says. “There’s a level of trust we’ve built playing with each other. Even the mistakes can become super musical.”

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BY WILL COVIELLO

A film festival within French Quarter Festival THERE WON’T BE LIVE MUSIC ONSTAGE AT LE PETIT THEATRE DU VIEUX CARRE during

French Quarter Festival, but passersby may hear music from documentaries about New Orleans music and Louisiana culture. The screenings are free and many filmmakers have Q&A sessions afterward.

Highglights include A Tribute to Toussaint, an Emmy Award-winning concert documentary filmed in New Orleans in 2013 by WLAE-TV. It captured a star-studded concert celebrating Allen Toussaint’s 75th birthday. There’s concert footage and interviews with musicians including Robert Plant, Elvis Costello, Dr. John and Irma Thomas.

Les Blank attended Tulane University. Though he moved

to California, he made films about New Orleans and Acadian culture, music and food.

Hot Pepper (1973) is a profile of zydeco luminary Clifton Chenier that wasn’t easy to shoot, because the musician wasn’t cooperative, but the filmmaker made the most of his opportunities and shot a lively profile at a dance hall in Acadiana and on the road.

Piano Players Rarely Ever Play Together captures a rare rehearsal between Allen Toussaint, “Tuts” Washington and Professor Longhair, the latter of whom died before their scheduled performance.

Other films examine the Mardi Gras Indian culture, Acadian storytelling and Cajun soldiers’ service during World War II.

FILM SCHEDULE FRIDAY, APRIL 8

SATURDAY, APRIL 9

SUNDAY, APRIL 10

11 a.m. A Tribute to Toussaint. An Emmy-winning, star-studded concert film from 2013. There’s a Q&A with the film producers.

11 a.m. Hot Pepper. Les Blank’s lively 1973 profile of Clifton Chenier.

Noon Yum, Yum, Yum. In the 1970s, Les Blank made many great films about music and culture in Louisiana. In 1990, he returned and made this film about Cajun and Creole cooking.

11 a.m. Swapping Stories — Folktales From Louisiana and Mon Cher Camarade.

Award-winning Acadian filmmaker Pat Mire screens films about Louisiana storytelling and the service of French-speaking Cajun soldiers during World War II. Mire will participate in a Q&A.

1 p.m. Piano Players Rarely Ever Play Together. Director Stevenson Palfi’s film includes rare footage of Allen Toussaint, “Tuts” Washington and Professor Longhair. Palfi will participate in a Q&A.

1 p.m. Un Bal Cajun et Creole a la Maison. Director Jason Rhein’s film features musicians including Michael Doucet and Bruce “Sunpie” Barnes discussing Cajun and Creole culture. Rhein will participate in a Q&A.

3 p.m. We Won’t Bow Down. Christopher Levoy’s film explores Mardi Gras Indian culture with interviews and footage of Indian parades. Levoy will participate in a Q&A.

3 p.m. From Roots to Roses.

Director Patrick Marrero’s film follows New Orleans’ Roots of Music band as it marches in the 2013 Tournament of Roses Parade.

1 p.m. A Warehouse on Tchoupitoulas. The documentary relies heavily on interviews with fans of the legendary concert venue. Director Jessy Cale Williamson will participate in a Q&A. 3 p.m. Never a Dull Moment.

The film celebrates the Rebirth Brass Band’s 20th anniversary with concert footage and interviews, but it doesn’t ground the film in a greater understanding of the contemporary brass band revival Rebirth helped lead.

Diffusion of Color:Works by Amanda S. Fenlon & Briana Catarino

Amanda S. Fenlon, Lavender Skies, 2014, oil on canvas, 36 x 48 in.

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Heard Dat Kitchen serves Creole classics.

BY H E L E N F R E U N D @helenfreund IT’S A FAMILY AFFAIR AT HEARD DAT KITCHEN , Jeffery Heard’s casual

takeout spot in Central City.

Heard ran a catering company named after his mother, Audrey Mae, for eight years before opening the small restaurant in March 2015 in a nondescript blue building emblazoned with a bright red fleur-de-lis crawfish decal on the side. Heard’s cooking showcases an affinity for his hometown, the New Orleans Saints and the Creole and soul food dishes his mother prepared. Blackened seafood features prominently, as do dishes involving smothered ingredients and heavy cream sauces.

Heard’s wife and son take turns in the kitchen on busy days, when customers line up for his yakamein, a fairly classic rendition of the New Orleans old sober. Heard’s daughter prepares it daily with thick sweet and sour broth, soft chunks of sirloin and hard-boiled egg.

There’s little inside the corner spot besides a few swivel chairs, a small counter and a backroom with video poker machines. A few outdoor tables provide seating when the weather permits, but takeout is the operation’s focus.

Menu items have whimsical names referencing the city and the Saints.

The Dat Superdome — a striking dish reminiscent of a seafaring shepherd’s pie — features a blackened catfish fillet topped with a thick layer of fluffy mashed potatoes under a tower of golden fried onion rings.

It’s decadent in size and complexity, and the layers complement each other. The fish’s heavy spice of cayenne and black pepper is offset by buttery potatoes, while the onions’ sweetness and crunch are balanced by juicy corn in lobster and fennel

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cream sauce. It’s understandably the restaurant’s top-seller.

The chef’s special pasta is a creamy orzo medley heavy with cream and black pepper. Tiny, buttery corn kernels provide slight sweetness in the savory dish, which is speckled with blackened shrimp.

Dishes are overall heavy on cream, and there’s not much to be said of the sparse lighter fare on the menu.

The food is treated to techniques that enhance flavor rather than drown it in butter and grease, which appear sparingly in some dishes.

Heard switches out crawfish for the more commonly used roast beef debris in a cheesy french fry medley. There are abundant plump and sweet crawfish tails tucked under a blanket of melted Parme-

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Dat Superdome, yakamein, bread pudding

Jeffery Heard serves Dat Superdome, featuring fried catfish, mashed potatoes and onion rings.

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san and cheddar cheeses, but basil cream sauce feels like overkill and lacks seasoning.

The lone dessert item is a classic caramel-covered bread pudding.

Smothered in the buttery caramel sauce adorned with little else than a sprinkling of powdered sugar, it’s like everything else at Heard Dat Kitchen — classic New Orleans.

Email Helen Freund at helensfreund@gmail.com

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a Central City takeout spot specializing in heavy Creole and soul food-inspired fare

name change, the long-anticipated Dryades Public Market (1307 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.) announced it will host grand opening ceremonies April 14 and 16.

In recent months, the Central City retailer, formerly known as Jack & Jake’s Public Market, has offered a limited supply of produce, dried goods and coffee during curbed business hours.

The mission of the market, located inside the former Myrtle Banks Elementary School, is to bring healthy and affordable food to Central City. Chef Daniel Esses took over management of the project last fall — following the departure of thenCEO John Burns — and scaled down the original plans for the grocery store, which at one point included a cheese shop, two restaurants and a seed bank. Revised plans include seafood, meat, deli, dry goods and dairy departments as well as a full bar and live music events outside the space.

The April 14 ceremony is a media event with city officials and a ribbon cutting. A public grand opening celebration runs 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

April 16 and includes free food and drink samples, live music, a crawfish boil, cooking demonstrations and activities for children.

Dryades Public Market will be open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Opening hours eventually may extend to Sundays. — HELEN FREUND

Stumped AT PRESS TIME, STUMPTOWN COFFEE ROASTERS was scheduled to

open April 2 inside the Ace Hotel (610 Carondelet St.; www.stumptowncoffee.com).

The Warehouse District shop is the 10th cafe for the Portland, Oregon-based coffee roasting company, which was founded in 1999 and is considered one of the pioneers of the “third wave” bean business.

Special to the New Orleans shop is an expansive cold-brew program, featuring drinks like the Cold Shot, a shot of cold-brewed espresso infused with nitrogen, and the Endless Summer, which the company describes as a “caffeinated take on the mint julep.” There also are espresso drinks and pour overs made from single-origin coffees.

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Saru Jayaraman AUTHOR/CO-DIRECTOR, RESTAURANT OPPORTUNITIES CENTERS UNITED SARU JAYARMAN IS THE AUTHOR OF BEHIND THE KITCHEN DOOR and Forked:

The new boutique hotel, part of the Portland-based chain, opened in March inside a renovated 1920s art deco space. Stumptown Coffee, which is operated in partnership with the hotel, occupies a former carriage house, adjacent to the hotel with doorways that connect to the hotel lobby.

The cafe space is adjacent to Josephine Estelle restaurant and the lobby bar. The restaurant’s chefs, Andy Ticer and Michael Hudman, designed the coffeeshop’s pastry menu, which includes pecan croissants and pimiento cheese gougeres.

Stumptown Coffee Roasters will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily.

— HELEN FREUND

Essig out KRISTEN ESSIG IS LEAVING HER POST AS EXECUTIVE CHEF at both

Meauxbar (942 N. Rampart St., 504-569-9799; www.meauxbar. com) and the recently opened Cavan (3607 Magazine St., 504-5097655; www.cavannola.com), the LeBlanc + Smith (www.leblancandsmith.com) restaurant group said Mar. 30.

Founder Robert LeBlanc made the announcement to the company’s employees in an open letter, according to a press release.

Cavan, a coastal-themed restaurant, opened last month with Essig at the helm. Cavan’s chef de cuisine Ben Thibodeaux will take over as executive chef, the company said.

At French Quarter bistro Meauxbar, which reopened under LeBlanc +Smith’s ownership in 2014, sous chef John Bel will take over Essig’s position.

Little Bird, the Southern-inspired small plates pop-up at whiskey bar Barrel Proof (1201 Magazine St.; www.barrelproofnola.com), also a LeBlanc + Smith property, will continue to run under Essig and her partner, Coquette chef Michael Stoltzfus. — HELEN FREUND

A New Standard for American Dining, books about servers and restaurant work. She’s also the co-founder and co-director of Restaurant Opportunities Centers United (ROC United), which advocates for better wages and working conditions in the industry. ROC United runs socially conscious restaurants in New York and Detroit. Jayaraman recently visited New Orleans, which has a ROC United chapter and is developing a restaurant. She spoke with Gambit about restaurant work for tipped employees.

What do most customers not know about restaurant work?

Jayaraman: The three key things that workers bring up that consumers know nothing about are, one, the fact that it’s the largest and fastest growing industry, and a big part of that is the sub-minimum wage. [Tipped workers in Louisiana can be paid $2.13 per hour by their employer.] We do a lot of work on ending the two-tiered wage system. Most people have no idea that there are seven states that have completely eliminated the two-tiered wage system. Tipped workers are paid the same as everybody else, with tips on top.

The second big issue — that is a huge public health crisis — is that 90 percent of these workers don’t have paid sick days. So two-thirds report cooking or serving food to us when they are ill. We have had reports of everything from H1N1 to typhoid fever to hepatitis. People work with all these things because they have no choice — they’ll be fired if they don’t come to work.

The third thing that we’ve done a lot of research on, and shown in New Orleans and across the nation, is a pretty severe racial and gender discrimination and harassment. There is very severe racial segregation in the industry.

There’s a $4-per-hour wage gap between white workers and workers of color. There’s pretty severe segregation in terms of higher-level positions being white, people of color being in lower level positions. In terms of gender, this is the industry with the highest

rates of sexual harassment of any industry in the United States. Our research shows that’s very closely correlated with the fact that it’s a majority female tipped work force that’s living off tips and having to tolerate all sorts of behavior to get their money.

What have you learned from ROC United’s restaurants?

J: This is our 10th anniversary for Colors in New York. We learned a lot. We’ve formed a restaurant association of about 175 restaurant owners around the country. We developed close partnerships with high-profile restaurant companies and mom-and-pop restaurants, including in New Orleans. We know that it’s a tough business, particularly for small operators but that it can be done, and when you treat your workers well you see far less turnover in an industry with the highest turnover of any industry in the U.S. You see far greater productivity and profitability.

We did a study with the Cornell University (School of Hotel Administration) which is considered the top hospitality management school in country. We surveyed 1,100 restaurant owners nationally and we showed that you can cut your turnover in half by paying better wages and providing better working conditions. We quantified how much turnover costs. It costs about $13,000 per year for a small operator. That’s a lot of money.

You really can save and grow your business by investing in your workers up front.

Why does your group advocate for changing the tipped minimum wage?

J: There was a bill introduced in the Louisiana Legislature proposing full elimination of the lower minimum wage for tipped workers. That is what we need.

The tipped minimum wage is a legacy of slavery. Slaves were the first tipped workers. After the emancipation of slaves, the restaurant industry argued that they should have the right to not pay these workers because they were seen as valueless human beings — let them live on customer tips. That idea was codified into the very first minimum wage bill under [Franklin Delano Roosevelt] as part of the New Deal.

Over the past century since that was passed, we have gone from a zero dollar minimum wage in the first minimum wage bill to a $2.13 minimum wage — so a $2 increase over 100 years.

Over that period, the restaurant industry has argued that there is no reason to pay these workers a (higher) wage. They paint the picture of a white guy working in the French Quarter in a fine dining restaurant. The truth is that 70 percent of these workers are women; they’re women of color.

They’re women working at IHOP, 40 percent are mothers. A good percentage are single moms. They suffer three times the poverty rate of the rest of the U.S. workforce.

They use food stamps at double the rate of the U.S. workforce.

That means the women who put food on our tables can’t afford to feed their own families. As consumers, we are doubly subsidizing this industry. We pay for its workers wages through our tips and we pay for their survival through taxpayer-funded public assistance.

Nationally,we spend $16.5 billion annually in public assistance for restaurant workers — that industry alone. We almost completely subsidize the business model of this industry. It is time to ask ourselves if this model works.

There are plenty of restaurants that are showing they can do it differently. It is such a ripe time for folks in New Orleans to follow the pathway set by Danny Meyer, Tom Colicchio and Alice Waters and so many other great restaurant employers across the country paving a different path. There is so much innovation in the New Orleans industry now, it’s a great time. —WILL COVIELLO

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@noradeirdre

KARL HARTDEGEN, A HOME BREWER, chemist and

graduate of the University of New Orleans Hospitality & Tourism Management master’s degree program, is Crescent City Brewhouse’s newest brewer. After completing a marketing project in the UNO program, Hartdegen approached brewhouse founder, owner and brewmaster Wolfram Koehler seeking an internship.

Hartdegen began his apprenticeship under Koehler in summer 2015 while he finished his master’s program. Hartdegen became a full-time brewer in January. Hartdegen also has a degree in biology from LSU, where he focused on plants and microbiology.

Crescent City Brewhouse is unique in the New Orleans area for its adherence to the German beer purity law called Reinheitsgebot, which limits brewers to four ingredients: water, barley (wheat is permitted as well), yeast and hops. Brewhouse primarily brews German-style lagers and ales, including its flagship pilsner and Red Stallion, a traditional Vienna lager. In recent months, it bowed to customer demand and added an IPA to the permanent rotation.

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carrying an heirloom of traditional brewing that has been passed down through generations,” Hartdegen says. “The old ways are becoming increasingly rare in this exciting renaissance of craft beer, but I am fortunate to have great mentors within the organization to train me in the modern adaption of traditional brewing techniques.”

“I’m excited every day to go into work,” he adds. “I get to brew for the flagship [beer] destination of our city.”

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BY BRENDA MAITLAND

2012 Capezzana Barco Reale di Carmignano Tuscany, Italy Retail $12-$15

THIS HIGH-QUALITY, ESTATE-BOTTLED “SUPER TUSCAN”

is produced in the small but renowned region of Carmignano, about 10 miles from Florence, Italy. Since the 16th century, Carmignano’s producers have been the only Tuscan winemakers allowed to blend cabernet sauvignon with the region’s signature sangiovese and still be considered pure Tuscan wine, a unique exception to vinification laws until the more recent development of super Tuscans.

Capezzana’s vineyard-covered rolling hillsides rise 500 to 650 feet above sea level, and ideal sun exposure on the gentle slopes produce sangiovese wines with low acidity and pronounced tannins. The 2012 blend combines 70 percent sangiovese, 15 percent cabernet sauvignon, 10 percent canaiolo and 5 percent cabernet Franc. The wine fermented in stainless steel tanks and matured in French Allier barrels for 12 months. In the glass, the balanced wine offers aromas of ripe black cherry, spice, oak and leathery notes. On the palate, taste sour cherry, plum, currants, a touch of cocoa, dried herbs, tart acidity and an earthy, rustic edge. Decant 20 minutes before serving. Drink it with pasta with hearty sauces, pizza and eggplant parmigiana. Buy it at: Swirl Wine Bar & Market and Acquistapace’s Covington Supermarket. Drink it at: Monkey Hill Bar.

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Cocktails and Curds 7 p.m. Tuesday Southern Food & Beverage Museum, 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 267-7490 www.natfab.com The National Food & Beverage Foundation and St. James Cheese Company present a cocktail competition in which mixologists craft drinks to pair with cheeses from Sweet Grass Dairy, Columbia Cheese, Cheeseland and Jasper Hill Farm. Attendees sample the drinks and cheeses. Tickets $50, $45 National Food & Beverage Foundation members.

APRIL 7

A Stroll Through France 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m. Thursday Martin Wine Cellar, 714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie, (504) 896-7300 www.martinwinecellar.com The tasting features 15 French wines including Domine Vincent Delaporte Sancerre Chavignol, Perrin Chateauneuf-du-Pape Les Sinards Rouge, Chateau de la Riviere Fronsac and Chateau Haut-Beausejeur Saint-Estephe and others. There also are French cheeses including brie, Roquefort, Bucheron and others, as well as pate, cornichons and bread. Tickets $27.

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Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Friday-Sunday Ponchatoula Memorial Park, 301 N. Sixth St., Ponchatoula www.lastrawberryfestival.org The festival in Memorial Park celebrates the Strawberry Capitol of the World, Ponchatoula, and there are three days of live music on two stages by bands including Christian Serpas & Ghost Town, Bag of Donuts, Five Finger Discount and others. There also is a parade through downtown Ponchatoula, a strawberry-eating contest, an egg toss, food vendors, amusement rides and more. Free admission.

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1510 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 510-4040 www.bourreenola.com Jerk chicken wings are served with roasted poblano pepper-ranch dipping sauce.

1113 Decatur St., (504) 581-1112 www.caneandtablenola.com Jerked Yardbird features half of a TangleWood Farms chicken served with two sides.

2600 Dauphine St., (504) 267-0640 www.thefranklinnola.com Jerk quail is served with rice and peas, green papaya chow-chow, braised greens and Red Stripe beer tamarind reduction.

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575 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 520-8530 www.grandislerestaurant.com The jerk chicken salad po-boy is dressed with shaved celery and red onions.

2000 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. www.facebook.com/johnnyjamaicangrill The jerk chicken plate includes Jamaican-style rice and peas and steamed vegetables.

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Out 2 Eat is an index of Gambit contract advertisers. Unless noted, addresses are for New Orleans. Dollar signs represent the average cost of a dinner entree: $ — under $10; $$ — $11 to $20; $$$ — $21 or more. The deadline to update Out 2 Eat listings is 10 a.m. Monday.

AMERICAN Treasure Island Buffet — 5050 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 443-8000; www. treasurechestcasino.com — The all-youcan-eat buffet includes New Orleans favorites including seafood and dishes from a variety of cuisines. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

BAR & GRILL 701 Bar & Restaurant — 701 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 523-8995 — This surf shack serves chips with salsa and guacamole made to order, burgers, salads, tacos, entrees and more. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily, late night Thu.Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ The American Sector — 945 Magazine St., (504) 528-1940; www.nationalww2museum.org/american-sector — The menu of American favorites includes a burger, oyster po-boy, Cobb salad, spaghetti and meatballs, fried chicken, Gulf fish and more. Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Perry’s Sports Bar & Grill — 5252 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 456-9234; www.perryssportsbarandgrill. com — The sports bar offers burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, wraps, tacos, salads, steaks and a wide array of bar noshing items. Open 24-hours Thursday through Sunday. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $ The Rivershack Tavern — 3449 River Road, (504) 834-4938; www.therivershacktavern.com — This bar and music spot offers a menu of burgers, sandwiches and changing lunch specials.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $ Warehouse Grille — 869 Magazine St., (504) 322-2188; www.warehousegrille. com — The menu features upscale bar food, burgers, steaks, seafood, salads, sandwiches and noshing items.

Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily, brunch Fri.-Sun. Credit cards. $

BREAKFAST/BRUNCH Red Gravy — 125 Camp St., (504) 5618844; www.redgravycafe.com — The cafe serves rustic Italian fare including handmade pastas, ravioli and lasagna and seafood dishes. Reservations accepted. Lunch and brunch Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$

BURGERS Cheeseburger Eddie’s — 4517 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 455-5511; www.mredsno.com — This eatery serves a variety of specialty burgers, Mr. Ed’s fried chicken, sandwiches, po-boys, salads, tacos, wings and shakes. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Dis & Dem — 2600 Banks St., (504) 9090458; Rue St. Louis Bar, 817 St. Louis St., (504) 509-7092; www.disanddem.com — The Hawaii 5-0 burger features a glazed patty, a hot sausage patty, a fried egg, bacon, cheese and grilled pineapple.

No reservations. Banks Street: breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch Tue.-Sun. St. Louis St.: lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $ Five Guys Burgers and Fries — 1212 S. Clearview Pkwy., Suite C, Harahan, (504) 733-5100; www.fiveguys.com — The menu features burgers, cheeseburgers and bacon cheesburgers with toppings such as grilled onions or mushrooms, tomatoes, pickles, jalapenos, hot sauce and barbecue sauce. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Ted’s Frostop — 3100 Calhoun St., (504) 861-3615; www.tedsfrostop.com — The menu features burgers with hand-made patties, chicken tenders, crinkle-cut fries and more. Pancakes are available with blueberries, pecans or chocolate chips.

No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $

CAFE Antoine’s Annex — 513 Royal St., (504) 525-8045; www.antoines.com — The coffee shop serves pastries, sandwiches, soups, salads and gelato. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $ Cafe NOMA — New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, (504) 482-1264; www.cafenoma.com — The cafe serves shrimp salad, chipotle-marinated portobello sliders, flatbread pizza topped with manchego, peppers and roasted garlic and more. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Fri. Credit cards. $ Lakeview Brew Coffee Cafe — 5606 Canal Blvd., (504) 483-7001 — This casual cafe offers gourmet coffees, pastries and desserts baked in house and a menu of specialty sandwiches and salads. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Pearl Wine Co. — 3700 Orleans Ave., (504) 483-6314; www.pearlwineco.com — The wine bar offers cheese plates. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Liberty’s Kitchen — 300 N. Broad St., (504) 822-4011; www.libertyskitchen.org — Students in the workforce development program prepare traditional and creative versions of local favorites. Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

The Delachaise — 3442 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-0858; www.thedelachaise.com — The bar offers wines by the glass and full restaurant menu including mussels steamed with Thai chili and lime leaf. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

CHINESE August Moon — 3635 Prytania St., (504) 899-5129; www.moonnola.com — The menu includes Chinese and Vietnamese dishes such as sweet and spicy tilapia glazed in tangy sweet-and-spicy sauce served with bok choy. Delivery available.

Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Five Happiness — 3511 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 482-3935; www.fivehappiness.com — The large menu at Five Happiness offers a range of dishes from wonton soup to sizzling seafood combinations to lo mein dishes. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

COFFEE/DESSERT Angelo Brocato’s — 214 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1465; www.angelobrocatoicecream.com — This sweet shop serves its own gelato, spumoni, Italian ice, cannolis, fig cookies and other treats. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Chez Pierre French Bakery & Cafe — 3208 Clearview Parkway, Metairie, (504) 467-3176; www.chezpierreneworleans.com — The bakery specializes in cakes and there is a breakfast menu and Vietnamese dishes. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

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CONTEMPORARY Bayona — 430 Dauphine St., (504) 5254455; www.bayona.com — Favorites on Chef Susan Spicer’s menu include crispy smoked quail salad with pear and bourbon-molasses dressing. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Suis Generis — 3219 Burgundy St., (504) 309-7850; www.suisgeneris.com — The constantly changing menu features dishes such as pan-fried Gulf flounder with kumquat-ginger sauce, crispy Brussels sprouts and sticky rice.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Wed.-Sun., late-night Thu.Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards accepted. $$

CREOLE Antoine’s Restaurant — 713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines. com — Signature dishes include oysters Rockefeller, crawfish Cardinal and baked Alaska. Reservations recommended.

Lunch and dinner Mon-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Bar Redux — 801 Poland Ave., (504) 5927083; www.barredux.com — The Cuban sandwich features house-made roasted garlic pork loin, Chisesi ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard and garlic mayonnaise on pressed French bread.

No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$ Bistro Orleans — 3216 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 304-1469; www.bistroorleansmetairie.com — Popular dishes include oyster and artichoke soup, char-grilled oysters and Des Allemands catfish. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Brennan’s New Orleans — 417 Royal St., (504) 525-9711; www.brennansneworleans.com — Eggs Sardou is poached eggs over crispy artichokes with Parmesan creamed spinach and choron sauce.

Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Cafe Gentilly — 5325 Franklin Ave., (504) 281-4220; www.facebook.com/ cafegentilly — Breakfast is available all day, and the creamed spinach, crawfish and Swiss cheese omelet can be

served in a po-boy. No reservations.

Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $ The Landing Restaurant — Crowne Plaza, 2829 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 467-5611; www.neworleansairporthotel. com — The Landing serves Cajun and Creole dishes with many seafood options. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ MeMe’s Bar & Grille — 712 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 6444992; www.memesbarandgrille.com — MeMe’s serves steaks, chops and Louisiana seafood. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Messina’s Runway Cafe — 6001 Stars and Stripes Blvd., (504) 241-5300; www.messinasterminal.com — Jimmy Wedell seafood pasta features Gulf shrimp, Lake Pontchartrain crabmeat, crawfish, fresh herbs and angel hair pasta. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast and lunch daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Palace Cafe — 605 Canal St., (504) 5231661; www.palacecafe.com — Creative Creole dishes include crabmeat cheesecake topped with Creole meuniere. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Roux on Orleans — Bourbon Orleans, 717 Orleans Ave., (504) 571-4604; www. bourbonorleans.com — This restaurant offers contemporary Creole dishes.

Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Tableau — 616 St. Peter St., (504) 934-3463; www.tableaufrenchquarter. com — Tableau’s updated Creole cuisine includes bacon-wrapped oysters en brochette served with roasted garlic butter.

Reservations resommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Willie Mae’s Scotch House — 2401 St. Ann St., (504) 822-9503 — This neighborhood restaurant is know for its wet-battered fried chicken. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

DELI Kosher Cajun New York Deli & Grocery — 3519 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 8882010; www.koshercajun.com — This New York-style deli offers corned beef and pastrami from the Bronx. No reservations. Lunch Sun.-Thu., dinner Mon.-Thu. Credit cards. $ Martin Wine Cellar — 714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie, (504) 896-7350; 2895 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 951-8081; 3827 Baronne St., (504) 899-7411; www.martinwine.com — The wine emporium’s dinner menu includes pork rib chops served with

OUT TO EAT house-made boudin stuffing, Tabasco pepper jelly demi-glaze and smothered greens. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Qwik Chek Deli & Catering — 2018 Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, (504) 456-6362 — The menu includes gumbo, po-boys, pasta, salads and hot plate lunches. The hamburger po-boy can be dressed with lettuce, mayo and tomato on French bread. Shrimp Italiano features shrimp tossed with cream sauce and pasta. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Welty’s Deli — 336 Camp St., (504) 592-0223; www.weltysdeli.com — The New Orleans AK sandwich features a choice of four meats plus cheddar, provolone, pepper Jack and Swiss cheeses on a warm muffuletta bun. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $

FRENCH Cafe Degas — 3127 Esplanade Ave., (504) 945-5635; www.cafedegas.com — The menu of traditional French dishes includes pate, cheese plates, salads, escargots bourguignons, mussles and fries, hanger steak with fries and garlic bordelaise and more. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Wed.Sun., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $

GOURMET TO GO Breaux Mart — Citywide; www. breauxmart.com — Breaux Mart prides itself on its “Deli to Geaux” and weekday specials. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

INDIAN Nirvana Indian Cuisine — 4308 Magazine St., (504) 894-9797 — The restaurant’s extensive menu ranges from chicken to vegetable dishes. Reservations accepted for five or more. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Silk Road — 2483 Royal St., (504) 944-6666; www.silkroadnola.com — Samosas are potato and pea turnovers made with garlic and coriander and come with tamarind sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$ Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine — 923-C Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 8366859 — The traditional menu features

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(504) 883-5513; www.daisydukesrestaurant.com — The New Orleans sampler features red beans and rice, jambalaya, a cup of gumbo, fried green tomatoes and a biscuit. Delivery available from Carondelet Street location. No reservations. New Orleans locations are open 24 hours. West Napoleon Avenue: Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Sun., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Brown Butter Southern Kitchen & Bar — 231 N. Carrollton Ave., Suite C, (504) 609-3871; www.brownbutterrestaurant. com — Vinegar-braised grilled beef short ribs are served over stone-ground yellow grits with arugula and boiled peanut salad. A fried chicken breast is served over a Belgian waffle with smoked ham, aged cheddar and Steen’s mustard glaze. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch SatSun. Credit cards. $$

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lamb, chicken and seafood served in a variety of ways, including curries and tandoori. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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Tandoori Chicken — 2916 Cleary Ave., Metairie, (504) 889-7880 — The menu features tandoori dishes with chicken, lamb, fish or shrimp, mild and spicy curries, rice dishes such as chicken, lamb or shrimp biryani, and many vegetarian items. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

ITALIAN Andrea’s Restaurant — 3100 N. 19th St., Metairie, (504) 834-8583; www.andreasrestaurant.com — Chef/owner Andrea Apuzzo’s specialties include speckled trout royale topped with lump crabmeat and lemon-cream sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Cafe Giovanni — 117 Decatur St., (504) 529-2154; www.cafegiovanni.com — Creative Italian dishes include roasted duck glazed with sweet Marsala and roasted garlic and served with garlic mashed potatoes. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Mosca’s — 4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, (504) 436-8950; www.moscasrestaurant. com — Popular dishes include shrimp Mosca, chicken a la grande and baked oysters Mosca. Reservations accepted.

Dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$$ Nonna Mia Cafe & Pizzeria — 3125 Esplanade Ave., (504) 948-1717; www. nonnamia.net — Shrimp Diablo features pan-seared shrimp, house-made fettuccine and spicy arrabbiata sauce.

Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Specialty Italian Bistro — 2330 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, (504) 391-1090; www.specialtyitalianbistro.com — The menu combines old world Italian favorites and pizza. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Vincent’s Italian Cuisine — 4411 Chastant St., Metairie, (504) 885-2984; 7839 St. Charles Ave., (504) 866-9313; www.vincentsitaliancuisine.com — Osso buco features a veal shank with angel hair pasta and veal demi-glace. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

JAPANESE Kyoto — 4920 Prytania St., (504) 8913644 — “Box” sushi is a favorite, with more than 25 rolls. Reservations recommended for parties of six or more. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Mikimoto — 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 488-1881; www.mikimotosushi. com — Sushi choices include raw and cooked versions. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Delivery available. Credit cards. $$ Miyako Japanese Seafood & Steakhouse — 1403 St. Charles Ave., (504) 410-9997; www.japanesebistro.com — Miyako offers a full range of Japanese cuisine, including sushi, hibachi dishes, teriyaki and tempura. Reservations accepted. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$ Rock-N-Sake — 823 Fulton St., (504) 581-7253; www.rocknsake.com — Rockn-Sake serves traditional Japanese cuisine with some creative twists. No reservations. Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

LOUISIANA CONTEMPORARY Audubon Clubhouse Cafe — 6500 Magazine St., (504) 212-5282; www.auduboninstitute.org/visit/golf-cafe — Braised short rib is served with brandy roasted mushrooms, Parmesan grits and smoked tomato jam. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Sun.-Fri., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Criollo — Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 681-4444; www.criollonola. com — Baked stuffed Creole redfish is served with crabmeat and green tomato crust, angel hair pasta and Creole tomato jam. Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$ Dick & Jenny’s — 4501 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 894-9880; www.dickandjennys. com — Sauteed Gulf fish is prepared with smoked herb rub and served with crawfish risotto and shaved asparagus.

Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Heritage Grill — 111 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 150, Metairie, (504) 934-4900; www.heritagegrillmetairie. com — This power lunch spot offers dishes like duck and wild mushroom spring rolls with mirin-soy dipping sauce.

Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$ Manning’s — 519 Fulton St., (504) 5938118; www.harrahsneworleans.com — A cast iron skillet-fried filet is served with two-potato hash, fried onions and Southern Comfort pan sauce. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$ Ralph’s On The Park — 900 City Park Ave., (504) 488-1000; www.ralphsonthepark.com — Popular dishes include turtle soup finished with sherry, grilled lamb spare ribs and barbecue Gulf shrimp. Reservations recommended.

Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Restaurant R’evolution — 777 Bienville St., (504) 553-2277; www.revolutionnola.com — “Death by Gumbo” is an andouille- and oyster-stuffed quail with a roux-based gumbo poured on top.

Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Tivoli & Lee —The Hotel Modern, 2 Lee Circle, (504) 962-0909; www.tivoliandlee. com — The pied du cochon is served with braised Covey Rise Farms collard greens, bacon and pickled Anaheim peppers. Reservations accepted.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Tomas Bistro — 755 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 527-0942 — Tomas serves dishes such as bouillabaisse New Orleans, filled with saffron shrimp, mussels, oysters, Gulf fish, crawfish and pesto aioli croutons. No reservations. Dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$ Tommy’s Wine Bar — 752 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 525-4790 — Tommy’s Wine Bar offers cheese and charcuterie plates as well as a menu of appetizers and salads from the neighboring kitchen of Tommy’s Cuisine. No reservations. Lite dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MEDITERRANEAN/ MIDDLE EASTERN Hummus & More — 3363 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 833-9228; www.hummusandmore.com — The menu includes hummus, baba ghanoush, stuffed grape leaves, mousaka, seared halloumi, gyros, kebabs, shawarama dishes, wraps,

OUT TO EAT Mona’s Cafe — 504 Frenchmen St., (504) 949-4115; 1120 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 861-8175; 3901 Banks St., (504) 482-7743; 4126 Magazine St., (504) 894-9800; www.monascafeanddeli.com — These casual cafes serve entrees including beef or chicken shawarma, kebabs, gyro plates, lamb, vegetarian options and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Pyramids Cafe — 3151 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602 — Diners will find Mediterranean cuisine featuring such favorites as sharwarma prepared on a rotisserie. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

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MEXICAN & SOUTHWESTERN Casa Borrega — 1719 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 427-0654; www.facebook. com/casaborrega — Pozole de puerco is Mexican hominy soup featuring pork in spicy red broth with radish, cabbage and avocado and tostadas on the side. No reservations. Brunch, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Casa Garcia — 8814 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 464-0354 — Chiles rellenos include one pepper stuffed with cheese and one filled with beef, and the menu also features fajitas, burritos, tacos, chimichangas, quesadillas, nachos, tortas and more. Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Casa Tequila — 3229 Williams Blvd., Kenner (504) 443-5423 — The El General combo plate includes a beef burrito, beef chile relleno, chicken enchilada, a chicken taco and guacamole. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Juan’s Flying Burrito — 515 Baronne St., (504) 529-5825; 2018 Magazine St., (504) 486-9950; 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 569-0000; www.juansflyingburrito. com — Juan’s serves tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, salads and more.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

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MUSIC AND FOOD The Columns — 3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-9308; www.thecolumns. com — The menu offers such Creole favorites as gumbo and crab cakes and there are cheese plates as well.

Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, lunch Fri.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Thu., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Gazebo Cafe — 1018 Decatur St., (504) 525-8899; www.gazebocafenola.com — The Gazebo features a mix of Cajun and Creole dishes and ice cream daquiris.

No reservations. Lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ House of Blues — 225 Decatur St., 3104999; www.hob.com/neworleans — The buffet-style gospel brunch features local and regional groups. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Live Oak Cafe — 8140 Oak St., (504) 2650050; www.liveoakcafenola.com — The cafe serves huevos rancheros with corn tortillas, black beans, fried eggs, ranchero sauce, salsa and Cotija cheese. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily.

Credit cards. $$ The Market Cafe — 1000 Decatur St., (504) 527-5000; www.marketcafenola. com — Dine indoors or out on seafood either fried for platters or po-boys or highlighted in dishes such as crawfish

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Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

NEIGHBORHOOD biscuits & buns on banks — 4337 Banks St., (504) 273-4600; www. biscuitsandbunsonbanks.com — Signature dishes include a waffle topped with brie and blueberry compote. Delivery available Tuesday to Friday. No reservations. Brunch and lunch daily.

Credit cards. $$ Cafe B — 2700 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 934-4700; www.cafeb.com — This cafe serves an elevated take on the dishes commonly found in neighborhood restaurants. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop — 2309 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 8352022; www.gumbostop.com — Stuffed gumbo features a hand-battered and fried catfish fillet atop chicken, sausage, shrimp and crabmeat gumbo. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Joey K’s — 3001 Magazine St., (504) 891-0997; www.joeyksrestaurant.com — This casual eatery serves fried seafood platters, salads, sandwiches and Creole favorites. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Katie’s Restaurant — 3701 Iberville St., (504) 488-6582; www.katiesinmidcity. com — The Boudreaux pizza is topped with cochon de lait, spinach, red onions, roasted garlic, scallions and olive oil. No reservations. Lunch daily, Dinner Mon.Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

PIZZA Louisiana Pizza Kitchen — 95 French Market Place, (504) 522-9500; www. lpkfrenchquarter.com — Jumbo Gulf shrimp are sauteed with sherry, tomatoes, white wine, basil, garlic and butter and served over angel hair pasta. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ G’s Pizza — 4840 Bienville St., (504) 4836464; www.gspizza.com — Pies feature hand-tossed, house-made dough and locally sourced produce. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Marks Twain’s Pizza Landing — 2035 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-8032; www.marktwainpizza.com — Disembark at Mark Twain’s for salads, po-boys and pies like the Italian pizza with salami, tomato, artichoke, sausage and basil.

No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Mid City Pizza — 4400 Banks St., (504) 483-8609; www.midcitypizza.com — Diners can build their own calzones or pies from a list of toppings. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Slice Pizzeria — 1513 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-7437; 5538 Magazine St., (504) 897-4800; www.slicepizzeria.com — Slice serves pizza by the pie or slice, plus salads, pasta and more. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 4218 Magazine St., (504) 894-8554; 4024 Canal St., (504) 302-1133; www.theospizza.com — There is a wide variety of specialty pies and diners can build their own from the selection of more than two-dozen toppings. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Wit’s Inn — 141 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1600; www.witsinn.com — The neighborhood bar and restaurant offers a menu of pizza, calzones, salads, sandwiches, chicken wings and bar noshing items. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

SANDWICHES & PO-BOYS The Big Cheezy — 422 S. Broad St., (504) 302-2598; www.thebigcheezy.com — The menu of gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches includes a namesake triple-decker Big Cheezy with Gouda, Gruyere, pepper Jack, cheddar, mozzarella and Monterey Jack on challah bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $ Killer Poboys — 219 Dauphine St., (504) 462-2731; 811 Conti St., (504) 252-6745; www.killerpoboys.com — Killer Poboys offers a short and constantly changing menu of po-boys. No reservations.

Hours vary by location. Cash only at Conti Street location. $ Liberty Cheesesteaks — 5031 Freret St., (504) 875-4447; www.libertycheesesteaks.com — The Buffalo chicken steak features chicken breast dressed with wing sauce, American and blue cheese and ranch dressing is optional.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $ Magazine Po-Boy Shop — 2368 Magazine St., (504) 522-3107 — Choose from a long list of po-boys filled with everything from fried seafood to corned beef to hot sausage to veal. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $ Short Stop Po-Boys — 119 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-4572; www.shortstoppoboysno.com — Popular po-boy options include fried shrimp or fried oysters and roast beef slow cooked in its own jus. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., early dinner Mon.-Thu., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $ Tracey’s Original Irish Channel Bar — 2604 Magazine St., (504) 897-5413; www. traceysnola.com — The neighborhood bar’s menu includes roast beef and fried seafood po-boys, seafood platters, fried okra, chicken wings, gumbo and more.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

SEAFOOD Basin Seafood & Spirits — 3222 Magazine St., (504) 302-7391; www.basinseafoodnola.com — The menu includes grilled whole fish, royal red shrimp with garlic butter and crab and crawfish beignets with remoulade. Reservations accepted.Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$ Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar — 7900 Lakeshore Drive., (504) 284-2898; www.thebluecrabnola.com — The seafood restaurant serves shrimp and grits, stuffed whole flounder, fried seafood and seasonal boiled seafood. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Bourbon House — 144 Bourbon St., (504) 522-0111; www.bourbonhouse.com — Bourbon House serves seafood dishes including New Orleans barbecue shrimp, redfish, oysters from the raw bar and more. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Charles Seafood — 8311 Jefferson Hwy., (504) 405-5263 — Trout is stuffed with crabmeat, topped with crawfish Acadi-

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ana sauce and served with vegetables, salad and bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Crab Trap Seafood Restaurant — 105 Peavine Road, LaPlace, (985) 224-2000 — The seafood house serves boiled seafood, barbecue shrimp or crabs, fried seafood platters, stuffed flounder, poboys and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Thu.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Half Shell Oyster Bar and Grill — 3101 Esplanade Ave., (504) 298-0504; www. halfshellneworleans.com — Voodoo Bleu features bacon-wrapped chargrilled oysters topped with garlic-butter and blue cheese. No reservations.

Lunch, brunch and dinner Thu.-Tue. Credit cards. $$ Mr. Ed’s Seafood & Italian Restaurant — 910 West Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 463-3030; 1001 Live Oak St., Metairie, (504) 838-0022; www.mredsno.com — The menu includes seafood, Italian dishes, fried chicken, po-boys, salads and daily specials. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Red Fish Grill — 115 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1200; www.redfishgrill.com — Seafood favorites include hickory-grilled redfish, pecan-crusted catfish, alligator sausage and seafood gumbo. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$ The Stuffed Crab — 3431 Houma Blvd., Suite B, Metairie, (504) 510-5444 — Crab au gratin features crabmeat in cream sauce topped with cheddar cheese and is served with garlic bread and soup or salad. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

STEAKHOUSE Austin’s Seafood and Steakhouse — 5101 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-5533; www.austinsno.com — Austin’s serves prime steaks, chops and seafood. Reservations recommended.

Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse — 716 Iberville St., (504) 522-2467; www.dickiebrennansrestaurant.com — The house filet mignon is served atop creamed spinach with masa-fried oysters and Pontalba potatoes. Reservations recommended. Lunch Friday, dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$

TAPAS/SPANISH Mimi’s in the Marigny — 2601 Royal St., (504) 872-9868 — Hot and cold tapas dishes range from grilled marinated artichokes to calamari. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner and late-night Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Vega Tapas Cafe — 2051 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-2007; www.vegatapascafe.com — The tapas menu includes barbacoas featuring jumbo Gulf shrimp in chorizo cream over toasted bread medallions. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

VEGETARIAN Good Karma Cafe — Swan River Yoga, 2940 Canal St., (504) 401-4698; www. swanriveryoga.com — The Good Karma plate includes a selection of Asian and Indian vegetables, a cup of soup, salad with almond dressing and brown or basmati rice. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Larry Johnson & Jonte Mayon, 6 Blue Nile — New Orleans Rhythm Devils, 8; New Breed Brass Band, 11 BMC — Mark Appleford, 5 Cafe Negril — The Melatauns, 6; Another Day in Paradise, 9:30 Casa Borrega — Matt Schreiber, 7:30 Checkpoint Charlie — T-Bone Stone & the Happy Monsters, 7 Chickie Wah Wah — John Rankin, 6; Lawrence Cotton, 6; Meschiya Lake & Tom McDermott, 8 Circle Bar — Blood Blog, 10 The Civic Theatre — M83, Yacht, 8 d.b.a. — Tin Men, 7; Walter “Wolfman” Washington & the Roadmasters, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — George French Trio, 9 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Reggae Night with DJ T-Roy, Bayou International Sound, 10 House of Blues — Set It Off, Waterparks, 6; Jet Lounge, 11 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Lady Sings the Blues feat. Dana Abbott, 5; Irvin Mayfield & the NOJO Jam, 8 The Jefferson Orleans North — Jerry Embree & the Heartbeats, 6 The Maison — Jazz Vipers, 6:30 Maple Leaf Bar — Pat Casey & the New Sound feat. Robin Barnes, 9 Mo’s Chalet — The Nite Owl, 7 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Ex Specter, Guts Club, 9 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Palm Court Jazz Band feat. Lars Edegran, 8 Prime Example Jazz Club — Jesse McBride & the Next Generation, 8 & 10 Rivershack Tavern — Dave Ferrato, 7 Rock ’n’ Bowl — The Boogie Men, 8 Siberia — Dave Mullen & BUTTA, Caesar Brothers, 6 Snug Harbor — Uptown Jazz Orchestra feat. Delfeayo Marsalis, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Chris Christy’s Band, 4; Shotgun Jazz Band, 6; Antoine Diel & the New Orleans Misfit Power, 10 Teddy’s Hole in the Wall — N’awlins Johnnys, 8 Vaso — Angelica Matthews & the Matthews Band, 10

THURSDAY 7 21st Amendment — G & the Swinging Three, 5:30; Caesar Brothers, 9 Bacchanal — The Courtyard Kings, 7:30 Bamboula’s — DinosAurchestra, 2; Emily Estrella Jazz, 6:30; Keith Stone Blues, 10 Banks Street Bar — Andrew Mill & the 5 AM, 9 BB King’s — BB King All-Stars feat. Stevie J. Blues, noon; BB King All-Stars feat.

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SOME GENE POOLS JUST FEEL RIGGED. Take Greta Kline, whose parental charms — she’s the offspring of Phoebe Cates and Kevin Kline — suggest an alternate universe • April 8 where she’s the funniest and most beautiful young actress in America. In this one, • 10 p.m. Friday as wondrously androgynous pseudonym • Siberia, 2227 St. Claude Ave. Frankie Cosmos, she’s doing something • (504) 265-8855 even more astonishing: holing up in her bedroom with nothing but her most devas• www.siberianola.com tating recent memories and a thousand distant K Records echoes, emerging every few months with a new record that questions everything about her brief existence in ever-briefer pop form. In 2014, dozens of Bandcamp self-recordings culminated in Zentropy, her would-be debut LP — except that its 10 songs last only 18 minutes (their impact lasted considerably longer). Her follow-up, last year’s Fit Me In EP, packed an emotional wallop in just four tracks over eight minutes, “Young” and “O Contest Winner” perfectly translating her fragile musings into the sturdiest headphone electronica. Out this week on Bayonet Records, Next Thing returns Cosmos to the world of shuffling bass kicks and soft synth murmurs, dispensing wisdom from the mouth of a babe whose deft way with words (“If your love was strong as my shame / I’d marry you and take your name”) is dwarfed only by her ease with shattering two-minute arrangements. Next Thing has 15 of them, making it the year’s best 29-minute “long-player” to date. Eskimeaux, Anna McClellan and Guts Club open. Tickets $8. — NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS

Frankie Cosmos

OUR TAKE

The child prodigy is the master of two-minute, low-fi, indie pop tunes.

Larry Johnson & Jonte Mayon, 6 Blue Nile — Micah McKee & Little Maker, 7; Bayou International Reggae Night with DJ T-Roy, 11 Buffa’s Lounge — Alexandra Scott and Josh Paxton, 5; Tom McDermott & Aurora Nealand, 8 Cafe Negril — Revival, 6 Chickie Wah Wah — Phil DeGruy & Emily Robertson, 6; Sam Price & True Believers, Billy Iuso Acoustic Trio, 8 Circle Bar — Rik Slave’s Country Persuasion, 6; The Atlantic Thrills, The Hemingers, SS Boombox, 10 Hi-Ho Lounge — The Stooges, 9 Kerry Irish Pub — Beth Patterson, 8:30 Le Bon Temps Roule — Soul Rebels, 11 Little Gem Saloon — Evan Christopher’s Clarinet Road, 7 The Maison — Jon Roniger, 4

Maple Leaf Bar — The Trio feat. Johnny Vidacovich, 11 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Pat Flory, Mark Fernandez, 8 One Eyed Jacks — Fast Times ’80s and ’90s Night, 10 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Duke Heiter & Hal Smith with Crescent City Joymakers, 8 Prime Example Jazz Club — Dex Daley & Jam-X, 8 & 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Horace Trahan & Zydeco Express, 8:30 Siberia — PEARS, Such Gold, Donovan Wolfington, Classhole, 9 Snug Harbor — Dr. Michael White Jazz Quartet, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy’s Oopsie Daisies, 4; Miss Sophie Lee, 6; Jumbo Shrimp, 10 PAGE 41

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Dapper Dandies, 5; Davis Rogan, 8; Keith Bernstein & Kettle Black, 11 Cafe Negril — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 4; Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers, 7 Chickie Wah Wah — Colin Lake acoustic, Bobby Rush acoustic, 9 Circle Bar — Heidijo, 6; Leo “Bud” Welch, Guitar Lightnin’ Lee & His Thunder Band, 10 d.b.a. — John Boutte, 8; Little Freddie King, 11 Encore Music Club — The Rockenbraughs, 10 Funky 544 — Chicken on the Bone, 7:30 Golden Lantern — Esplanade Ave. Band, 7:30 Hi-Ho Lounge — Hustle with DJ Soul Sister, 11 Howlin’ Wolf — Hot 8 Brass Band, 10 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Stevie Wonder Tribute feat. Ed “Sweetbread” Petersen & Victor “Red” Atkins, 2:30; Bill Summers & Amber Matthews, 5; Irvin Mayfield & the Playhouse Revue feat. Germaine Dazzle, James Rivers, Gerald French, Glen David Andrews & Trixie Minx, 8 Kerry Irish Pub — Hurricane Refugees, 4; Roux the Day!, 8 Louisiana Music Factory — Alexandra Scott, Dave Jordan, Tanya Boyd-Cannon, 2 The Maison — Chance Bushman & the Ibervillianaires, 1 Maple Leaf Bar — Darcy Malone & the Tangle, 11 Oak — Billy Iuso, 9 PAGE 42

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FRIDAY 8 21st Amendment — The Rhythm Regulators, 2:30; Jim Cole & the Boneyard Syncopators, 6; Antoine Diel & the Misfit Power, 9:30 Bacchanal — Raphael Bas, 4:30; The Organettes, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers, 1; Smoky Greenwell Blues Band, 5:30; Shynola Jazz Band, 10 Banks Street Bar — Chris Zonada, 7; Gal Holiday & the Honky Tonk Revue, 10 Batch — Yisrael, 5 BB King’s — BB King All-Stars feat. Stevie J. Blues, noon; Marc Stone Band, 4; BB King All-Stars feat. Larry Johnson & Jonte Mayon, 7 Blue Nile — Caesar Brothers Funk Box, 7; Naughty Professor, 11 BMC — Soul Project, 11 Bolden Bar, New Orleans Jazz Market — Leroy Jones, 5 Buffa’s Lounge — Warren Battiste, 5; Margie Perez, 8; Ben Fox Trio, 11 Cafe Negril — Dana Abbott Band, 6:30; Higher Heights, 10 Checkpoint Charlie — Domenic, 4 Chickie Wah Wah — Micheal Pearce, 6; Minos the Saint, Maggie Koerner Band, 9 Circle Bar — Natalie Mae, 6; C-Section-8, Rob Cambre, Steve Kenney, Joey Buttons, Michael Bateman, 10 Columbia Street Taproom Grill — Flow Tribe, 9 d.b.a. — Tuba Skinny, 6; Soul Rebels, 10

DMac’s Bar & Grill — Sturmlandia, 8 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Full Orangutan feat. Greg Thomas & the G-Funk Horns, 10 Encore Music Club — Wise Guys, 10 House of Blues — CHON, Polyphia, Strawberry Girls, 8 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — David Torkanowsky Tribute to Allan Toussaint, 2:30; Don Vappie & Steve Masakowski Duo, 5; Irvin Mayfield & the Playhouse Revue feat. Germaine Dazzle, James Rivers, Gerald French, Glen David Andrews & Trixie Minx, 8 Kerry Irish Pub — Crossing Canal with Ruby Ross & Patrick Cooper, 4; Rubin/ Wilson Folk-Blues Explosion, 8 Le Bon Temps Roule — Joe Krown, 7 The Maison — Shotgun Jazz Band, 7 Maple Leaf Bar — Andrew Hall’s Society Jazz Band, 10; Brint Anderson’s NOLA Guitar Heroes, 11 Oak — Tom Leggett, 9 Old Point Bar — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 9:30 One Eyed Jacks — Into It. Over It., The World Is A Beautiful Place & I Am No Longer Afraid To Die, The Sidekicks, Pinegrove, 10 Ooh Poo Pah Doo Bar — The K Hayes Project Band, 8 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Palm Court Jazz Band feat. Lucien Barbarin, 8 Republic New Orleans — Black Tiger Sex Machine, 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Sledgehammer, 9:30

Siberia — Frankie Cosmos, Eskimeaux, Anna McClellan, Guts Club, 9 Snug Harbor — Ellis Marsalis Quintet, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Andy Forest, 4; Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, 6:30; Cottonmouth Kings, 10 Tipitina’s — Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes, Dave Jordan & Neighborhood Improvement Association, 10 Ugly Dog Saloon — Kim Carson, Mudbone, 7

SATURDAY 9 21st Amendment — Big Joe Kennedy, 2:30; Juju Child, 6; The Ibervillianaires, 9:30 Bacchanal — Red Organ Trio, 4; Will Thompson Quartet, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Emily Estrella Jazz, 1; Bobby Love Blues, 5:30; Johnny Mastro Blues, 10 Banks Street Bar — Don Paris Schlottman, 7; The Crescent Lights, US Nero, Landladies, 10 BB King’s — BB King All-Stars feat. Stevie J. Blues, noon; Marc Stone Band, 4; BB King All-Stars feat. Larry Johnson & Jonte Mayon, 7 Bei Tempi — Conga Queen, 10 Blue Nile — Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, 7; Brass-A-Holics, 11 BMC — Gov’t Majik, 9 Bolden Bar, New Orleans Jazz Market — Johnny Vidacovich Trio, 8 Buffa’s Lounge — Molly Reeves, 2;

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Old Point Bar — Diablo’s Horns, 9:30 One Eyed Jacks — David Bowie Tribute: Run For The Shadows, 10 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Palm Court Jazz Band feat. Brian O’Connell, 8; Palm Court Jazz Band feat. Brian O’Connell, 8 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Contraflow, 9:30 Siberia — Alex McMurray, 6; Gal Holiday & the Honky Tonk Revue, 5AM Rumble Strip, 9 Snug Harbor — Evan Christopher & Clarinet Road, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Panorama Jazz Band, 6 Ugly Dog Saloon — Andrew Duhon, 7 Zephyr Field — Mumford & Sons, 6

SUNDAY 10 Bacchanal — The Tradsters, 4; The Roamin’ Jasmine, 7:30 Bamboula’s — NOLA Ragweeds Jazz, 1; Ed Wills Blues 4 Sale, 9 Banks Street Bar — Marshland, 7 BB King’s — D. Saunders & Friends, 11 a.m; Marc Stone Band, 6 Blue Nile — Mykia Jovan, 7:30; Street Legends Brass Band, 11 Buffa’s Lounge — Swamp Kitchen, 2; Jenna Guidry, 4; Spike Perkins, 7 Cafe Istanbul — Leroy Jones album release, 8:30 Cafe Negril — Noggin, 6; Ecirb Muller’s Twisted Dixie, 6

Chickie Wah Wah — Honey Island Swamp Band Acoustic, 8 Circle Bar — Micah McKee & Little Maker, Blind Texas Marlin, 6; Country Night with DJ Pasta, 10 d.b.a. — Soul Brass Band, 3; Palmetto Bug Stompers, 6; Cha Wa, 10 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Lauren Sturm, 8 Dragon’s Den (upstairs) — Church with Unicorn Fukr, 10 Funky 544 — Chicken on the Bone, 7:30 House of Blues — The Church, 7 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Hot 8 Brass Band, 10 The Jefferson Orleans North — The Pat Barberot Orchestra, 6:30 Kerry Irish Pub — Kim Carson, 4; One Tailed Three, 8 Little Gem Saloon — Cecile Savage Duo, 10 a.m.

Maple Leaf Bar — Joe Krown Trio, 10 Old Point Bar — Amanda Walker, 3:30; Jeanne Marie Harris, 7 Ooh Poo Pah Doo Bar — The One Stop Shop Band, 8 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Lucien Barbarin & the Sunday Night Swingsters, 8 Snug Harbor — Craig Klein & Sebastian Arruti, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Kristina Morales & the Bayou Shufflers, 6; Pat Casey & the New Sound, 10

Bamboula’s — Mark Rubin & Chip Wilson, 2; NOLA Swingin’ Gypsies, 5:30; Smokys Blues Monday Jam, 9

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Banks Street Bar — Lauren Sturm’s Piano Night, 7; South Jones, 10

Musaica Chamber Ensemble. Munholland Methodist Church, 1201 Metairie Road, (504) 834-9910; www.munhollandumc. org — The classical group presents “Paris in the ’20’s,” a program of Gilded Age music written in France. $10 suggested donation, $5 suggested for students and seniors. 7:30 p.m. Monday.

BB King’s — BB King All-Stars feat. Stevie J. Blues, noon; BB King All-Stars feat.

Larry Johnson & Jonte Mayon, 6 Blue Nile — Brass-A-Holics, 10 Buffa’s Lounge — Arsene DeLay, 5; Antoine Deal, 8 Chickie Wah Wah — Alex Pianovich, 6; Alexis & the Samurai, 8 Circle Bar — Zac Maras, 6; TV Girl, Noise Complaints, The Crescent Lights, 10 DMac’s — Danny Alexander, 8 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — John Fohl, 9 Gasa Gasa — Acid Mothers Temple, Mounds, Druids, 9 Hi-Ho Lounge — Bluegrass Pickin’ Party, 8; Instant Opus Improvised Series, 10 The Maison — Chicken & Waffles, 5; Aurora Nealand & the Royal Roses, 7 Maple Leaf Bar — George Porter Jr., 10 Ooh Poo Pah Doo Bar — James Andrews & the Crescent City All-Stars, Bobby Love, 8 Sidney’s Saloon — King James & the Special Men, 10

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Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy’s Oopsie Daisies, 4; Dominick Grillo & the Frenchmen Street All-Stars, 6; Jazz Vipers, 10

21st Amendment — Dave Hennessy, 7 Bacchanal — Helen Gillet, 7:30

Teddy’s Hole in the Wall — Walter “Wolfman” Washington & Joe Krown, 8

Musica Da Camera and Vox Feminae.

St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 1031 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 861-3743; www. saesnola.org — The orchestral group performs “The Red Book: Songs and Dances from the ‘Llibre Vermeil’ of the Shrine of Montserrat,” a program of 14th-century Spanish pilgrim songs. Free admission.

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Trinity Artist Series: Farmington H.S. Band. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., (504) 522-0276; www. trinitynola.com — Minnesota musicians perform marches, movie themes and band standards. Free. 5 p.m. Sunday.

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OPENING THIS WEEKEND The Boss (R) — Melissa McCarthy plays a mogul who stages a rebrand after doing time for insider trading. Clearview, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place, Chalmette City of Gold (R) — In this documentary, food critic Jonathan Gold leads a tour of immigrant cuisine in L.A. Broad Hardcore Henry (R) — This shakycam “first-person shooter” movie is filmed entirely through the eyes of the protagonist.

Barf bags optional. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Slidell, Canal Place, Chalmette High Strung (PG) — A dancer and a hip-hop musician come from different worlds! How will they win the final competition?! Elmwood Memoria (NR) — Want to know all about James Franco’s childhood memories?

Thought so. Zeitgeist Mr. Right (R) — A woman discovers her new boyfriend is an assassin, a vigilante, or possibly both. Broad One More Time (NR) — A musician is forced to move back in with her Rat Packera lounge singer father (Christopher Walken). Broad They Will Have to Kill Us First (NR) — Timbuktu musicians fight against radical Islam, with a little help from Brian Eno. Zeitgeist We Are Twisted F...ing Sister! (NR) — Probably self-explanatory. Chalmette

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10 Cloverfield Lane (PG-13) — Mystery shrouds the plot of this J.J. Abrams-produced horror film, but the presence of John Goodman is confirmed.

Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (PG-13) — Is Ben Affleck as Batman a sign of “peak superhero”? One can hope. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Deadpool (R) — Self-aware super anti-hero Deadpool (Ryan Reynolds) undergoes an ill-advised cancer treatment that renders his snark indestructible. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place The Divergent Series: Allegiant (PG-13) — Teens battle evil forces in a dystopian future, again. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Eye in the Sky (R) — Drone warfare has drawbacks in this thriller starring Aaron Paul and the late Alan Rickman. Elmwood, Canal Place God’s Not Dead 2 (PG) — Disappointingly, a courtroom drama and not a

Christian zombie movie. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Hello, My Name Is Doris (R) — Sally Field stars as a Brooklyn grandmother seeking a May-December romance. Elmwood, Canal Place Hurricane on the Bayou (NR) — Director Greg MacGillivray explores Hurricane Katrina and Louisiana’s disappearing wetlands. Entergy Giant Screen I Saw the Light (R) — Your cheatin’ heart will break for this Hank Williams biopic. Elmwood, West Bank, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Journey to Space 3D (NR) — Captain Picard (Patrick Stewart) narrates a history of human space exploration. Entergy Giant Screen London Has Fallen (R) — In London for the Prime Minister’s funeral, Mike Banning (Gerard Butler) discovers a plot to assassinate the attending world leaders.

Elmwood, West Bank, Slidell, Regal Meet the Blacks (R) — A family is greeted by a crime wave when they move to Beverly Hills, where Mike Tyson makes an onbrand cameo. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Miracles From Heaven (PG) — A child’s fatal illness is cured by mysterious means.

Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2 (PG-13) — The Portokalos clan deals with mishaps, marriage and moussaka. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Oopiri (NR) — A quadriplegic millionaire makes a friend in this Indian buddy comedy. Elmwood The Other Side of the Door (R) — A grieving mother upsets the spirits when she tries to bring her son back from the dead. West Bank The Perfect Match (R) — A reformed lothario (Terrence Jenkins) and a free-spirited singer (Cassie Ventura) play will-they-won’t-they. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Slidell Rescue Dogs: The Movie (PG) — “What’s that, Lassie? Trouble at the old beachfront restaurant?” Kenner Ride Along 2 (PG-13) — Good cop/ insecure cop team James and Ben (Ice Cube and Kevin Hart) do some brotherly bonding and take down a Miami drug kingpin. Slidell Secret Ocean 3D (NR) — Filmmaker Jean-Michel Cousteau explores the ocean’s food chain from phytoplankton to the largest whales.

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IT’S HARD TO NAME AN AREA OF PUBLIC LIFE NOT TRANSFORMED BY DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY in the 21st century. There’s • Directed by Gavin Hood no better example than modern war• Starring Helen Mirren fare’s use of drones — unmanned aircraft controlled by military personnel staring at and Alan Rickman computer screens half a world away from • Limited release a battlefield, as if playing a video game.

South African filmmaker Gavin Hood’s Eye in the Sky brings that reality to the big screen by portraying a covert military operation against international terrorists in real time and painstaking dramatic detail. The film examines the unique moral, legal and political quandaries generated by drone warfare. In the film and the real world, collateral damage in the form of unintended deaths is the primary issue, especially since terrorists often surround themselves with innocents to ward off the precisely targeted threats made possible by new technologies.

Eye in the Sky begins with a joint British-American mission to capture a British-citizen-turned-terrorist operating in Nairobi, Kenya. The purpose of the mission rapidly changes to assassination when the target attends a meeting — viewed via remote video surveillance by high-ranking British and American officials — that turns out to be the starting point for an imminent suicide bombing. Things get complicated when a little girl sets up shop to sell her mother’s homemade bread on the street outside, just as officials receive clearance to blow up the meeting place with a Hellfire missile carried by a drone.

Riveting in the manner of classic edge-of-your-seat thrillers, Eye in the Sky deserves credit for confronting complicated issues not often addressed by mainstream films. Just when you think you’ve got the story’s primary moral dilemma figured out — whether to risk sacrificing one little girl in hopes of saving dozens of potential victims — an unknown factor or fresh perspective arrives to give you pause.

But Eye in the Sky amounts to less than the sum of its parts, mostly due to a screenplay by British writer Guy Hibbert (TV’s Prime Suspect) that leans on one-dimensional characters to make difficult issues easier to digest. Stars Helen Mirren (as the British military intelligence officer in charge of the mission) and the late Alan Rickman (as a lieutenant general pushing the operation forward) try gamely to add depth to their hawkish roles but bear the brunt of the screenplay’s flaws. It’s not the finest hour for either of these perennially powerhouse actors.

Compounding that problem is the film’s refusal to take a stand on any of the issues it raises. Hood surely wants to provide food for thought and leave room for audiences to make up their own minds, which is admirable. But the film comes off more faint-hearted than ambiguous, and not as smart as it could be.

Shortcomings and all, Eye in the Sky deserves attention for accurately depicting a little-known but central aspect of current U.S. anti-terror efforts conducted across the globe. With anti-terrorism policy at the center of public debate in a hotly contested election year, there’s no substitute for hard, cold reality. — KEN KORMAN

OUR TAKE

The anti-terrorism thriller grapples with the problems of drone warfare.

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We Are Twisted F…ing Sister!, a documentary about the 1980s glam rockers, is at Chalmette Movies. traditional Korean families of a young couple meet. Elmwood Whiskey Tango Foxtrot (R) — Puff piece reporter Kim Barker (Tina Fey) is a fish out of water when she goes to cover the Afghanistan war. Broad The Witch (R) — A family in 1630s New England is torn apart by the forces of witchcraft, black magic and possession.

Kenner, Broad Zootopia (PG) — Disney guns for another franchise with an animated feature about adorable talking animals (Happy Meal, anyone?). Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place

SPECIAL SCREENINGS The Analect Rituals (NR) — Artist Lucien Shapiro screens his film, followed by a series of fear-countering rituals. 7 p.m.

Thursday. Zeitgeist Bolshoi Ballet: Don Quixote (NR) — O.G. literary bros Don Quixote and Sancho Panza are depicted in this screening of the Bolshoi company’s performance.

11:55 a.m. Sunday. Elmwood, Regal Class of Nuke Em High (R) — Teens “accidentally” take radioactive drugs in this campy horror flick. 10 p.m.

Saturday. Prytania Dial M for Murder (PG) — In Hitchcock’s stylish thriller, a tennis pro (Ray Milland) puts out a hit on his wife (Grace Kelly). 10 a.m. Wednesday. Prytania Embrace of the Serpent (NR) — An Amazonian shaman leads explorers on hallucinatory travels. In Spanish with English subtitles. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Broad

Kill Your Friends (NR) — A record label’s A&R man is the embodiment of evil. Also, he goes on a killing spree. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday, 9:30 p.m.

Thursday. Zeitgeist Mean Streets (R) — There’s crime, business and family pride in Martin Scorsese’s directorial debut. 7 p.m.

Saturday. Indywood The Metropolitan Opera: Madama Butterfly Encore (NR) — A geisha pines for a U.S. naval officer in Puccini’s tragedy. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. Elmwood, Canal Place A Midsummer Night’s Dream (NR) — Lovers spend the night in an enchanted forest in this BBC production of Shakespeare’s comedy. 5 p.m.

Saturday. Zeitgeist The Preppie Connection (NR) — The price of boarding-school popularity: $300,000 of smuggled cocaine. 9:15 p.m.

Tuesday-Thursday. Broad Rams (R) — In Iceland, two feuding brothers are forced to reconcile when a deadly virus affects their sheep. 6:55 p.m. and 9 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Broad River of Grass (NR) — Kelly Reichardt’s debut is a stylized Floridian coming-of-age movie. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Broad The Toxic Avenger (R) — It’s revenge of the nerd when a scrawny mop boy from Jersey is transformed by toxic waste. 10 p.m. Friday. Prytania

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Antenna Gallery. 3718 St. Claude Ave., (504) 298-3161; www.press-street.com/ antenna — “Looking Local: A Library of Place,” artists interpreting the idea of place through mixed-media work; “I Am An Important Giant,” mixed-media micro installations; opening reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

Barrister’s Gallery. 2331 St. Claude Ave., (504) 525-2767; www.barristersgallery. com — “Momentum and My Muse,” new paintings by Aimee Farnet Siegel; “Stumps and Twigs,” audio and lighting experiments by Joel Scilley; opening reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

Hammond Regional Arts Center. 217 E. Thomas St., Hammond, (985) 542-7113; www.hammondarts.org — “Recent Works,” new paintings by Michael Ledet, opening reception 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday.

Martin Lawrence Gallery New Orleans.

433 Royal St., (504) 299-9055; www. martinlawrence.com — “Art with a Twist,” new paintings by Robert Deyber, opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday.

New Orleans Art Center. 3330 St. Claude Ave., (707) 779-9317; www.theneworleansartcenter.com — “Duck Sauce,” new work from Dapper Bruce Lafitte, opening reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

ShiNola Gallery. 1813 Martin Luther King Blvd. — “Fools for the Love of Art,” gallery opening event noon to 10 p.m. Saturday.

Staple Goods. 1340 St. Roch Ave., (504) 908-7331; www.postmedium.org/ staplegoods — “Limited Space,” new work by William DePauw, opening reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

UNO-St. Claude Gallery. 2429 St. Claude Ave., (504) 280-6493; www.finearts.uno. edu — “It’s Always Better with a Good DM,” multimedia work by David Colannino; “Happy Trails,” mixed-media work about hair by Lizzie Agnes Derby; opening reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

GALLERIES Academy Gallery. 5256 Magazine St., (504) 899-8111; www.noafa.com

— “Recent Work,” paintings by Jerrod Partridge; “Tracks of Nature,” paintings

by Craig Brumfield, both ongoing.

Angela King Gallery. 241 Royal St., (504) 524-8211; www.angelakinggallery. com — “Field of Vision,” new work by Richard Currier, through Friday.

Antieau Gallery. 927 Royal St., (504) 304-0849; www.antieaugallery.com — Work by Chris Roberts-Antieau, ongoing.

Anton Haardt Gallery. 2858 Magazine St., (504) 309-4249; www.antonart. com — “Outsider Artist Expose,” folk and outsider art by Mose Tolliver, Howard Finster, Jimmy Lee Sudduth and Chuckie Williams, ongoing.

Aquarium Gallery and Studios. 934 Montegut St., (504) 701-0511; www. theaquariumstudios.wix.com/theaquariumstudios — “Cutoff Jeans,” multimedia exhibition by David Hassell and Jason Christopher Childers, ongoing.

Ariodante Gallery. 535 Julia St., (504) 524-3233; www.ariodantegallery. com — Work by Carmen Lee Nance Gambrill, Hope Biba, Casey Lipe and Jerry Hymel, through April.

Art Gallery of the Consulate of Mexico.

901 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 5283722; www.culturalagendaoftheconsulateofmexico.blogspot.com — “Origins,” new work by Ganthaus, ongoing.

Arthur Roger Gallery. 432 Julia St., (504) 522-1999; www.arthurrogergallery.com — Work by Jim Richard, Cheryl Donegan, Amy Feldman, Wayne Gonzales and Lisa Sanditz, through April 23.

Berta’s and Mina’s Antiquities Gallery.

4138 Magazine St., (504) 895-6201 — Paintings by Mina Lanzas and Nilo Lanzas, ongoing.

Boyd Satellite. 440 Julia St., (504) 581-2440; www.boydsatellitegallery.com — “What’s Going On,” mixed-media work honoring the Black Lives Matter movement, through April.

Callan Fine Art. 240 Chartres St., (504) 524-0025; www.callanfineart.com — “Landscapes,” oil paintings by Ronna S. Harris, ongoing.

Carol Robinson Gallery. 840 Napoleon Ave., (504) 895-6130; www.carolrobinsongallery.com — “Connections,” stoneware sculpture by Tinka Jordy, through April 30. New watercolors by Joan Dagradi, ongoing.

Casell-Bergen Gallery. 1305 Decatur St., (504) 524-0671; www.casellbergengallery.com — Work by Joachim Casell, Rene Ragi, Bedonna, Gamal Sabla, Phillip Sage and others, ongoing.

Catalyst Gallery of Art. 5207 Magazine St., (504) 220-7756; www.catalystgalleryofart.com — Exhibition of New Orleans-inspired art, ongoing.

Claire Elizabeth Gallery. 131 Decatur St., (843) 364-6196; www.claireelizabeth-

ART Overby Gallery. 529 N. Florida St., Covington, (985) 888-1310; www.overbygallery.com — Exhibition by gallery artists James Overby, John Goodwyne, Kathy Partridge, Linda Shelton and Ray Rouyer, ongoing.

Pamela Marquis Studio. 221 Dauphine St., (504) 615-1752; www.pamelamarquisstudio.com — New paintings by Pamela Marquis, ongoing.

Pelican Bomb Gallery X. 1612 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.; www.pelicanbomb. com — “False Flags,” exhibition of international artists curated by Noah Simblist, through May 29.

Rodrigue Studio. 721 Royal St., (504) 581-4244; www.georgerodrigue. com — “Celebrating Music,” new work by George Rodrigue, through May 15.

Scott Edwards Photography Gallery. 2109 Decatur St., (504) 610-0581; www.scottedwardsgallery.com — “Queen Selma,” photographs of Selma, Alabama, by Roman Alokhin, through Sunday. “Tuff Enough,” work by Meg Turner, through June 12.

Ten Gallery. 4432 Magazine St., (504) 333-1414; www.tengallerynola.com — “Foreign Matter: A Narrative Account,” new work by Esther Murphy, through May 1.

Treo. 3835 Tulane Ave., (504) 3044878; www.treonola.com — “Caught on Tape: Musicians and Mardi Gras,” duct tape portraits by Justin Lundgren, through April 29.

United Bakery Gallery. 1337 St. Bernard Ave., (504) 495-6863 — “Skin,” photographs by Daniel Grey and Liam Conway, through April 16.

MUSEUMS The Historic New Orleans Collection. 533 Royal St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc. org — “Awash With Color: Seldom-Seen Watercolor Paintings by Louisiana Artists, 1789–1989,” through May 21.

Louisiana Children’s Museum. 420 Julia St., (504) 523-1357; www.lcm.org — Historic French Quarter life and architecture exhibit by The Historic New Orleans Collection, ongoing.

Louisiana State Museum Cabildo. 701 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm. crt.state.la.us — “Louisiana: A Medley of Cultures,” art and display exploring Louisiana’s Native American, African and European influences, ongoing.

Louisiana State Museum Presbytere. 751 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm. crt.state.la.us — “From the Big Apple to the Big Easy,” Carnival costume designs

by Helen Clark Warren and John C. Scheffler, through Dec. 4, and more.

National Food & Beverage Foundation.

1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-0405; www.natfab.org — “Dirty Pages: Nashville Women and the Recipes That Tell Their Stories,” multimedia exhibition, ongoing.

New Orleans Museum of Art. City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — “Orientalism: Taking and Making,” European and American art influenced by Middle Eastern, North African and East Asian cultures, through December.

Newcomb Art Museum. Tulane University, Woldenberg Art Center, Newcomb Place, (504) 314-2406; www.newcombartmu-

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Cole Pratt Gallery. 3800 Magazine St., (504) 891-6789; www.coleprattgallery. com — “Recent Work,” new sculpture by Hasmig Vartanian, through April.

Contemporary Arts Center.

900 Camp St., (504) 528-3800; www.cacno.org — “Voice of a New Era,” exhibition of work by local teens and young adults, through May 1. “Becoming Imperceptible,” new work and found objects by Adam Pendleton, through June 16.

Coup d’Oeil Art Consortium. 2033 Magazine St., (504) 722-0876; www.coupdoeilartconsortium.com — “The Beauty Fools,” multimedia installations based on the book of the same name, through Saturday.

The Degas Gallery. 604 Julia St., (504) 826-9744; www.thedegasgallery. com — “Sea & Sky,” paintings by Marcia Holmes, Dolores Justus, Kelli Kaufman and Jim Seitz, through May 7.

The Foundation Gallery. 1109 Royal St., (504) 568-0955; www.foundationgallerynola.com — “Artemis Shift,” new work

by Jane Talton and Magda Boreysza, through April 24.

Gallery 600 Julia. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375; www.gallery600julia. com — “Recollections,” new paintings by Thomas Lofton, through April.

Jonathan Ferrara Gallery. 400 Julia St., (504) 522-5471; www.jonathanferraragallery.com — “Friends and Neighbors,” painted and sewn fiber portraits by Gina Phillips; “Between the River and the Lake,” new paintings by Bonnie Maygarden; both through May 28.

LeMieux Galleries. 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988 — “Song Paintings,” new work by musician Jon Langford; “Mama’s Nightingale,” new work by Leslie Straub; both through May 28.

M. Francis Gallery. 1228 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 931-1915; www.mfrancisgallery.com — Paintings by Myesha Francis, ongoing.

Martin Welch Art Gallery. 223 Dauphine St., (504) 388-4240; www.martinwelchart. com — Paintings and mixed-media work

by Martin Welch, ongoing.

Martine Chaisson Gallery. 727 Camp St., (504) 304-7942; www.martinechaissongallery.com — Exhibition featuring gallery artists, through June 25.

Michalopoulos Gallery. 617 Bienville St., (504) 558-0505; www.michalopoulos com — Paintings by James Michalopoulos, ongoing.

New Orleans Glassworks & Printmaking Studio. 727 Magazine St., (504) 529-7277; www.neworleansglassworks.com — Musical glass sculptures by Jason Christian; copper enameled jewelry by Cathy DeYoung; both ongoing.

New Orleans Photo Alliance. 1111 St. Mary St., (504) 610-4899; www. neworleansphotoalliance.org — “Mile O’ Mud,” photographs by Malcolm Lightner, through May 29.

New Orleans Tattoo Museum. 1915 1/2 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., (504) 218-5319; www.nolatattoomuseum.com — “Folklore & Flash,” tattoo designs and artifacts, ongoing.

Octavia Art Gallery. 454 Julia St., (504) 309-4249; www.octaviaartgallery.com — “Nature Gathered,” new work by Sherry Owens and Suzi Davidoff, through April.

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SOMETHING OF A RENAISSANCE COUPLE, Bywaterbased Jeff Louviere and Vanessa Brown blur the boundaries of their highly eclectic interests: photography, video, printmaking and music. According to them, “everything you see” in this Resonantia photography show “is a sound,” and “everything you hear is a photograph.” The photographs are reflections of light from the rippled surfaces of dark fluids resonating to musical notes from a tone generator. Change the tone and the reflections rendered in gold gilt in mandalalike images change accordingly.

The musical note A (pictured) is baroque yet baffling, a surrealist Rorschach, but A# suggests a visually elegant stellar cataclysm in a •Through May 1 distant universe. C recalls the ancient Hindu wheel of karma, but C# looks like • Resonantia: Photographs by Loua disturbing brain scan. Others evoke viere + Vanessa retro op and pop art, or perhaps ex• A Gallery For Fine Photography periments in psychedelic sonar. These diverse associations of art and science, • 241 Chartes St. old and new, high and low reflect • (504) 568-1313 their integration of diverse interests.

• www.agallery.com After all, how many art shows come with their own limited-edition vinyl LP soundtrack? Louviere is a guitarist with the band The Quaalords, but here his electronic resonances comple•Through April 9 ment images that are pristine visual • The Beauty Fools: New Work by meditations on the inner vibrations of the world around us.

Timothy Weeks and Lala Rascic There must be something in the • Coup d’oeil Art Consortium air lately that inspires mysterious • 2033 Magazine St. mixed-media works that defy conventional expectations. How else to explain • (504) 722-0876 The Beauty Fools, a pristine exhibition • www.coupdoeilartconsortium.com including prints and a video illustrating a book based on a partial manuscript left anonymously with Timothy Weeks, a New Orleans, Florida and Croatia-based author and publisher? Weeks and his Bosnian-Croatian artist partner Lala Rascic transformed it into an elegant boxed tome and tarot deck, all of which appear as elaborations of an inexplicable manuscript that has become, as Winston Churchill said of Russia, “a riddle wrapped in a mystery inside an enigma.” — D. ERIC BOOKHARDT

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Mixed media leads to cool vibes and mysterious tales.

seum.tulane.edu — “I Wonder,” tunnel books, ceramics and work on paper by Andrea Dezso; “Mysterious Presence,” taxidermy sculptures by Kate Clark; both through Sunday.

Ogden Museum of Southern Art. 925 Camp St., (504) 539-9600; www. ogdenmuseum.org — “Bright Fields: the Mastery of Marie Hull” retrospective, through May 28, and more.

St., (504) 865-5699; www.seaa.tulane.edu — “Medieval Louisiana,” exhibit about the region’s adoption of architectural forms, through May 20.

Williams Research Center. 410 Chartres St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc.org/willcent.htm — “At Home and at War: New Orleans, 1914-1919,” exhibition of artifacts relating to World War I, through May 7.

Old U.S. Mint. 400 Esplanade Ave., (504) 568-6993; www.louisianastatemuseum. org/museums/the-old-us-mint — “Time Takes a Toll,” conserved instruments featuring Fats Domino’s piano, through December.

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Ancient Jake. Fortress of Lushington, 2215 Burgundy St., (504) 704-1393 — Choosing A Hat Productions presents a monologue about the life of 220-year-old Jake. Donations accepted.

8 p.m. Friday-Saturday.

The Boxcar Children. Slidell Little Theatre, 2024 Nellie Drive, Slidell, (985) 6410324; www.slidelllittletheatre.org — This performance for young audiences is an adaptation of the children’s series about sleuthing orphans. Tickets from $10. 7:30 p.m. Saturday, 2:30 p.m.

Cabaret. Saenger Theatre, 1111 Canal St., (504) 287-0351; www.saengernola. com — In this musical, the stakes of a Berlin nightclub love triangle rise as the Nazi party comes to power. Tickets from $60. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday and Sunday, 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.

The Gospel at Colonus. Dillard University, 2601 Gentilly Blvd. — The Oedipus myth is retold as a gospel musical.

Call (504) 816-4857 for ticketing and information. $15 general admission, $10 students and seniors, $5 Dillard students.

7 p.m. Friday-Sunday.

Much Ado About Nothing. Loyola University, 6363 St. Charles Ave. — Director Laura Hope reimagines Shakespeare’s comedy as taking place in post-WWII Italy. Call (504) 865-2074 for box office and information. Tickets $12, $8 students, seniors and Loyola affiliates. 7:30 p.m.

Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.

Tennessee Williams: Weird Tales.

Metropolitan Community Church, 6200 St. Charles Ave. — A grieving widow enters therapy and a woman has a neardeath experience in two lesser-known plays produced by the Tennessee Williams Theatre Company. Visit www. twtheatrenola.com or call (504) 2642580 for ticketing and information. Tickets $20-$50. 8 p.m. Friday-Sunday.

To Kill a Mockingbird. 30 by 90 Theatre, 880 Lafayette St., Mandeville, (844) 843-3090; www.30byninety.com — A crime exposes an Alabama town’s racism.

Tickets $19, $17 seniors and military, $14 students, $10 children under 10. 8 p.m.

Friday-Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday.

CABARET, BURLESQUE & VARIETY Bad Girls of Burlesque. House of Blues, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www. houseofblues.com/neworleans — Miss Stormy Gayle, Elle Dorado, Chere Noble, GoGo McGregor, Nikki LeVillain, Xena Zeitgeist and others perform a series of edgy burlesque numbers. Visit www. bustoutburlesque.com for information.

Tickets $21-$33. 8 p.m. Thursday.

The Blue Book Cabaret. Bourbon Pub and Parade, 801 Bourbon St., (504) 529-2107; www.bourbonpub.com — Bella

Blue and a rotating cast including Darling Darla James, Nikki LeVillain, Cherry Brown and Ben Wisdom perform classic and contemporary burlesque and drag.

Visit www.thebellalounge.com for details.

Tickets $10. 10 p.m. Saturday.

Burgundy Burlesque. The Saint Hotel, Burgundy Bar, 931 Canal St., (504) 5225400; www.thesainthotelneworleans.com — Trixie Minx leads a weekly burlesque performance featuring live jazz. No cover; reserved table $10. 9 p.m. Friday.

Burlesque! Spring Sideshow Shindig.

AllWays Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 758-5590; www.theallwayslounge.com — The Southern Belle from Hell and others perform in a goth-tinged variety and burlesque show. Admission $10. 9 p.m. Wednesday.

Comic Strip. Siberia, 2227 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-8855; www.siberianola. com — A rotating lineup of comedians and burlesque dancers perform. Tickets $5. 9:30 p.m. Monday.

Honor Thy Mother. Three Keys, 600 Carondelet St., (504) 900-1180 — San Francisco performance art group Harlequeen presents Raja, a drag artist, in a variety show. Tickets from $20.

9 p.m. Thursday.

Strip Roulette. AllWays Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 758-5590; www. theallwayslounge.com — Bella Blue produces an improvised burlesque danceoff. 10 p.m. Friday.

Talk Nerdy to Me. Dragon’s Den (upstairs), 435 Esplanade Ave., (504) 940-5546; www.dragonsdennola.com — The weekly sci-fi-themed revue features burlesque performers, comedians and sideshow acts. Tickets $10.

7 p.m. Saturday.

OPERA Tosca. Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts, 1419 Basin St., (504) 525-1052; www.mahaliajacksontheater.com — The New Orleans Opera presents Puccini’s tale about the schemes of ambitious diva Floria Tosca. For information call (504) 529-3000 or visit www. neworleansopera.org. Tickets start at $51.

8 p.m. Friday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday. Fri., April 8 and Sun., April 10.

COMEDY Bear with Me. Twelve Mile Limit, 500 S. Telemachus St., (504) 4888114; www.facebook.com/twelve.mile. limit — Molly Ruben-Long and Julie Mitchell host. Sign-up 8:30 p.m., show 9 p.m. Monday.

Comedy Beast. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 907 S. Peters St., (504) 529-5844; www.thehowlinwolf.com — The New Movement presents stand-up comedy.

8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Comedy F—k Yeah. Dragon’s Den (upstairs), 435 Esplanade Ave., (504) 940-

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TOM WINGFIELD IS A RESTLESS DREAMER STUCK IN A WAREHOUSE JOB. He wants action and adventure PH OTO BY J O H N BAR ROIS but instead lives with his painfully shy sister and overbearing mother in The Glass Menagerie, Tennessee Williams’ classic drama, recently presented at Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre.

Tom (Curtis Billings) often escapes his family, telling them he’s “going to the movies.” His sister Laura (Lucy Faust) retreats inward and has become so reclusive that she’s lied to their mother Amanda (Annalee Jefferies) about dropping out of school because of anxiety and embarrassment.

Menagerie bears many resemblances to Williams’ own life. His father was a traveling shoe salesman and his mother was puritanical. His sister Rose dealt with severe emotional issues. Tom is in some ways similar to the playwright, and Billings brilliantly manages his complexity. Tom doesn’t feel like he’s being true to himself, and his mother criticizes him often.

Menagerie is a memory play — a term coined by Williams — and Tom breaks the fourth wall to give context and resolution to the audience. He also says the narrative will be sentimental and underscored by whimsical music. James Bevins’ lighting and Kevin O’Donnell’s sound design make the work feel fresh.

Amanda is crushed when she discovers Laura’s deceptions about skipping school. Jefferies shines as a feisty yet refined matriarch. She plays up the melodrama but knows when to back off. Amanda is determined to help Laura find security by procuring a husband. She conspires with Tom to draw the household’s first ever “gentleman caller,” Tom’s friend Jim O’Connor (Kevin Rothlisberger). The formality of the work’s setting is outdated, but Williams’ sensitivity to human emotions keeps it palpable.

The Glass Menagerie is a brilliant play about complicated family dynamics, and under Maxwell Williams’ direction, this Le Petit production highlights why it stands the test of time. — TYLER GILLESPIE

The Glass Menagerie

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ComedySportz. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www.nolacomedy.com — The theater hosts an all-ages improv comedy show. 8 p.m. Saturday.

Conversations With Body Language.

The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater.com — Mike Spara and others practice wordless improv. 9 p.m. Saturday.

Go Ahead. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www. newmovementtheater.com — Kaitlin Marone and Shawn Dugas host a short lineup of alternative comics. 7:30 p.m. Saturday.

Greetings, From Queer Mountain.

The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater.com — LGBTQ comics perform. Tickets $5, $8 at the door.

7:30 p.m. Friday.

Local Uproar. AllWays Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 758-5590; www. theallwayslounge.com — Paul Oswell and Benjamin Hoffman host a showcase, with free food and ice cream. Saturday, 8 p.m.

Stand Up Or Shut Up. Black Label Icehouse, 3000 Dryades St., (504) 875-2876; www.blacklabelbbq.com — Garrett Cousino hosts an open-mic. 9:30 p.m. Sunday.

Think You’re Funny?. Carrollton Station Bar and Music Club, 8140 Willow St., (504) 865-9190; www.carrolltonstation.com — Brothers Cassidy and Mickey Henehan host an open-mic. Sign-up 8 p.m., show 9 p.m. Wednesday.

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TUESDAY 5 China Lights. City Park Botanical Garden, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 483-9386; www. neworleanscitypark.com/botanical-garden — More than 30 large silk-covered lanterns in ornate designs created by Chinese artisans light up the Botanical Garden. The festival includes live entertainment and Chinese food with New Orleans flair. Tickets $18, $12 kids 3-12, free for 3-under. 6 p.m. nightly except Monday through May 1.

Cocktails & Curds. National Food & Beverage Foundation, 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-0405; www. natfab.org — Local bartenders pair cocktails and cheeses for the chance to win a cash prize. Admission includes samples of the pairings and additional snacks.

Tickets $50. 7 p.m.

Jung Q&A Session. Parker United Methodist Church, 1130 Nashville Ave., (504) 895-1222; www.parkerchurch.net — The C.G. Jung Society of New Orleans fields questions about the psychoanalyst. Jungian analyst Marilyn Marshall moderates.

Visit www.jungneworleans.org for details.

Tickets $15, $10 students, free for Jung society members. 7:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 6 Creative Grind. The Rook Cafe, 4516 Freret St., (618) 520-9843 — Designers, artists and writers meet to share work and offer feedback. Visit www.neworleans.aiga.org/event/creative-grind for details. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.

Freedom For All Faiths: A Panel on the Future of Religious Liberty. First Unitarian Universalist Church, 5212 S. Claiborne Ave., (504) 866-9010; www.firstuuno. org — The ACLU hosts a panel discussion on religious liberty in America. Free admission. 7 p.m.

LearnToLive Fundraiser. Beauregard-Keyes House, 1113 Chartres St., (504) 523-7257; www.bkhouse.org — A cocktail party featuring small plates by local restaurants supports preventative healthcare initiatives in Indonesia, Laos and South Africa. Visit www.learntoliveglobal. org or email emily@learntoliveglobal. org for information and ticketing. Tickets $100, $60 students. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

A Taste of Covington. Downtown Covington — The five-day food and wine event features vintner’s dinners, a grand tasting, a jazz brunch and parties in downtown Covington. See www.atasteofcovington.com for schedule. Hours and admission vary. Wednesday-Sunday.

Ten Outstanding Persons Gala. Pavilion of the Two Sisters, City Park, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 482-4888 — A dinner and black-tie-optional gala benefits Family Service of Greater New Orleans. Purchase tickets at www.fsgno.org. Tickets $150.

7:30 p.m. Wednesday.

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Wednesday at the Square. Lafayette Square, 601 S. Maestri Place — The concert series features New Orleans musicians, food, drinks and arts and crafts.

Proceeds benefit the Young Leadership Council. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

THURSDAY 7 Aramaic: The Language of Jesus. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www. jefferson.lib.la.us — Scholar and translator Wyming Sun discusses the Biblical language. Free. 7 p.m.

Bright Lights Awards Dinner. Marigny Opera House, 725 St. Ferdinand St. (504) 948-9998; www.marignyoperahouse.org — Hosted by honorary chair and state First Lady Donna Edwards and Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser, the gala supports the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities. Call (504) 620-2479, email clifford@leh.org or visit www.leh. org for information. Tickets begin at $150.

7 p.m. Thursday.

French Quarter Festival. French Quarter — The festival has 23 stages for music and performances, New Orleans cuisine, children’s activities and a film fest. Visit www.fqfi.org for full schedule. Free admission. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Friday-Saturday.

French Quarter Fest Opening Night Gala. Antoine’s Restaurant, 713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines.com — The mayor, the governor and other prominent local politicians host a cocktail hour and dinner to benefit various city projects. Call (504) 522-5730 for tickets. Patron tickets $225, gala tickets $150. 8 p.m. Thursday.

My Spilt Milk Awards. Howlin’ Wolf, 907 S. Peters St., (504) 529-5844; www.thehowlinwolf.com — Local artists and bands are honored at an awards show with musical performances.

Stand-up comedian Andrew Polk hosts.

Tickets $25 advance, $30 at the door.

7 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Northshore Crawfish Boil Fundraiser.

Fidelity Bank, 500 CM Fagan Drive, Hammond, (985) 542-6033 — Trays and to-go boxes of boiled crawfish are sold to benefit Covington and Tangipahoa Parish first responders. 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Pecha Kucha NOLA. Design Within Reach, 3138 Magazine St., 891-6520; www.dwr.com — A Japanese-inspired pecha kucha presentation by local creatives.

Free admission. 7 p.m.

Thursdays at Twilight. City Park Botanical Garden, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 483-9386 — The weekly concert series features music ranging from Motown to jazz, with a different musician or group each week. 6 p.m.

VSNO Social Run. Varsity Sports, 3450 Magazine St., (504) 899-4144; www.varsityrunning.com — Runners meet

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World War II Discussion Group. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — Historian Brian Altobello hosts a monthly group for history buffs.

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FRIDAY 8 Alliance Francaise Cooking Class.

National Food & Beverage Foundation, 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-0405; www.natfab.org — Class members learn to cook traditional French springtime dishes. Tickets include class, dinner and wine. Purchase tickets via www.af-francaise.org. $70 Alliance Francaise members, $85 non-members. 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Friday Nights at NOMA. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma. org — Curator Alice Yellen Gitter gives a lecture on self-taught art, and there’s an open house for prospective docents.

5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

GSQA Quilt Show: Flowers at My Cabin Door. Northshore Harbor Center, 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell, (985) 781-3650; www.northshoreharborcenter.com — More than 300 quilts are displayed at a show that also features technique demonstrations, quilt appraisals and sales. Visit www. gulfstatesquilting.org for more information. Admission $7, $10 weekend pass, children under 12 $4. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Friday-Saturday.

Magazine Street Art Market. Dat Dog, 3336 Magazine St., (504) 324-2226; www.datdognola.com — Local artists sell crafts at the weekend market in Dat Dog’s courtyard. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Play It FOREward Charity Golf Tournament. New Orleans City Park, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 488-2896; www. neworleanscitypark.com — The Brett Thomas Doussan Foundation holds its inaugural charity golf tournament featuring≈local cuisine, drinks and raffles.

Proceeds benefit mental health advocacy. Register at www.btdfoundation.org.

Tickets $125 per person, $500 per team.

11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival.

Memorial Park, 301 N. Sixth St. — The weekend festival offers music, amusement rides, cooking contests, races, food and plenty of Ponchatoula strawberries.

Visit www.lastrawberryfestival.com for schedule. Free admission. Noon to 10:30 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Saturday, noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Sentimental Journeys: Coming Home to Longue Vue. Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, (504) 4885488; www.longuevue.com — A champagne-in-the-garden party supports the mansion’s educational programming.

Contact Jen Gick at sj@longuevue. com for tickets and table reservations.

Tickets $175, $100 for younger adults 40 and under. 7:30 p.m.

SATURDAY 9 Children’s Art Workshop. Rhino Contemporary Crafts Gallery, The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., second floor, (504) 523-7945; www.rhinocrafts.com — Children of all ages make keepsake boxes decorated with butterflies and bugs. Reservations recommended; $5 suggested donation. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Gillespie Memorial Community Breakfast. First Unitarian Universalist Church, 5212 S. Claiborne Ave., (504) 866-9010; www.firstuuno.org — At a breakfast and social justice networking event, blight activist Imani Jacqueline Brown discusses “Community in the Face of Capitalism: Renewing Mutual Aid Traditions.” For more information, contact Sue Weishar at (504) 864-7749 or email info@thecommunitybreakfast.org. 10 a.m.

Girl Scout Thin Mint Sprint 5K. Tammany Trace Trailhead, 21400 Koop Road, Mandeville, (985) 871-6971 — A race and fun run support local girl scout troops. Visit www.gsle.org/thinmintsprint to register.

Registration $25 advance, $35 day of race. 9:30 a.m.

Light Up Your Life Gala. Abita Quail Farm, 23185 Hwy. 435, Abita Springs, (985) 892-5176; www.abitaquailfarm.com — A party with a cash bar supports the Women’s Center for Healing and Transformation. Call (985) 892-8111 with questions. Tickets $65.

7 p.m to 10 p.m. Saturday.

Mini Maker Faire. Bricolage Academy, 4238 St. Charles Ave., (504) 5394505; www.bricolage.org — The event celebrates local “makers,” who pursue projects in engineering, robotics, woodworking and arts and crafts. Find full information at www.nolamakerfaire. com. Tickets $12, children under 18 free.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

National Black Golf & Jazz Pioneers Tournament and Achievement Awards.

Joseph Bartholomew Golf Course, 6514 Congress Drive — A golf tournament and several instructional clinics are followed by an awards banquet. Visit www.golfcrescentcity.com for information. Tickets $125 individual golfer, $300 foursome, banquet $50. 9 a.m.

Piety Street Market. The Old Ironworks, 612 Piety St., (504) 908-4741; www.612piety.com — More than 50 vendors offer art, jewelry, crafts, vintage clothes, collectibles, used books and flea market treasures at this monthly market.

11 wa.m. to 4 p.m.

Spring for Art. Downtown Covington — This block party includes gallery openings, demonstrations, new works from dozens of local artists, boutique shopping and dining. Free admission. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Spring Wildflower Walk. Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, (504) 589-3882; www.nps.gov/jela — On this guided walk, learn basic botany and identify spring blooms. Free but reservations recommended; call (504) 689-3690 ext. 10.

10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

SUNDAY 10 Festival of Balloons. Hilton New Orleans Riverside, 2 Poydras St., (504) 561-0500 — The festival showcases elaborate displays by international balloon artists. 11

MONDAY 11 Bike to Work Week. Citywide — Bike Easy invites people to sign up for its weeklong bicycle commuting event, which includes community forums, a commuter happy hour, informational pit stops and bicycle commuter workshops.

See full schedule of events and register at www.bikeeasy.org.

FARMERS MARKETS Covington Farmers Market. Covington Trailhead, 419 N. Hampshire St., Covington — The Northshore market offers local produce, meat, seafood, breads, prepared foods, plants and music. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday.

Crescent City Farmers Market. French Market, corner of Gov. Nicholls Street and French Market Place, (504) 522-2621; www.frenchmarket.org — The market has fresh seafood, meat, baked goods, preserves, prepared food and cooking demos. 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday.

Crescent City Farmers Market Magazine.

Magazine Street Market, Magazine &Girod streets, (504) 861-5898; www.marketumbrella.org — The market features produce, flowers and food. 8 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Crescent City Farmers Market Mid-City.

American Can Apartments, 3700 Orleans Ave. — Mid-City’s evening market features fresh produce and prepared items.

3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday.

Crescent City Farmer’s Market Tulane.

Tulane University Square, 200 Broadway St., (504) 865-5000; www.tulane.edu — The weekly market features produce, dairy items, kettle corn, plants and flowers. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday.

CRISP Farms Market. CRISP Farms Market, 1330 France St.; www.facebook. com/crispfarms — The urban farm offers greens, produce, herbs and seedlings. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday.

French Market. French Market, corner of Gov. Nicholls Street and French Market Place, (504) 522-2621; www.frenchmarket.org — The historic French Quarter market offers local produce, seafood, herbs, baked goods, coffee and prepared foods. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

German Coast Farmers Market. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Road, Destrehan — The market features vegetables, fruits, flowers and other items. Visit www.germancoastfarmersmarket.org for details. 8 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Gretna Farmers Market. Gretna Farmers Market, Huey P. Long Avenue between Third and Fourth streets, (504) 3611822 — The weekly rain-or-shine market features more than 25 vendors offering fruits and vegetables, meats, prepared foods, baked goods, honey and flowers.

8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday.

Grow Dat Farm Stand. Grow Dat Youth Farm, New Orleans City Park, 150 Zachary Taylor Drive, (504) 3778395; www.growdatyouthfarm.org — Grow Dat Youth Farm sells its produce.

9 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Hollygrove Market. Hollygrove Market & Farm, 8301 Olive St., (504) 483-7037 — The urban farm operates a daily fresh market. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.

Old Algiers Harvest Fresh Market. Old Algiers Harvest Fresh Market, 922 Teche St., Algiers, (504) 362-0708; www.oldalgiersharvestfreshmarket.com — Produce and seafood are available for purchase.

3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday.

Rivertown Farmers Market. Rivertown, 400 block of Williams Boulevard, Kenner, (504) 468-7231; www.kenner. la.us — The market features fruits, vegetables, dairy products, preserves and cooking demonstrations. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday.

Sankofa Mobile Market. Lower 9th Ward Community Center, 5234 N. Claiborne Ave. — The Sankofa market truck offers seasonal produce from the Sankofa Garden at several weekly stops.

11 a.m. to noon Tuesday.

Sankofa Mobile Market Sunday. New Israel Baptist Church, 6322 St. Claude Ave. — The Sankofa market truck offers seasonal produce from the Sankofa Garden at several weekly stops. 9:30 to 10:30 a.m. Sunday.

St. Bernard Seafood & Farmers Market.

Aycock Barn, 409 Aycock St., Arabi, (504) 278-4242; www.visitstbernard. com — The market offers seafood, produce, jams, preserves, baked goods, crafts, live entertainment and children’s activities. Call (504) 3554442 or visit the website for details.

8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.

Vietnamese Farmers Market. Vietnamese Farmers Market, 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd.

— Fresh produce, baked goods and live poultry are available at this early morning market. 5 a.m. Saturday.

SPORTS New Orleans Pelicans. Smoothie King Center, 1501 Girod St., (504) 587-3663; www.neworleansarena.com — The New Orleans Pelicans play the Los Angeles Lakers 7 p.m. Friday, the Phoenix Suns 6 p.m. Saturday and the Chicago Bulls 7 p.m. Monday.

WORDS Blood Jet Poetry Series. BJ’s Lounge, 4301 Burgundy St., (504) 9459256 — Chanel Clarke, Gian Smith and Whitney “The Whitness” Weddington read poems, followed by an open mic.

8 p.m. Wednesday.

Carol Wallace. House of Broel, 2220 St. Charles Ave., (504) 522-2220 — The author of To Marry an English Lord, the book that inspired Downton Abbey, speaks at a cocktail and tea sandwich reception. Purchase tickets at www.esuus.org. Tickets $75. 5 p.m. Thursday.

Friends of the New Orleans Public Library book sale. Algiers Regional Library, 3014 Holiday Drive, (504) 5297323; www.neworleanspubliclibrary. org — The group hosts twice-weekly sales of books, DVDs, books on tape, LPs and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.

EVENTS Geoffrey Parker. Maple Street Book Shop, 7529 Maple St., (504) 866-4916; www. maplestreetbookshop.com — The author reads from and signs Platform Revolution. 6 p.m. Thursday.

Janna Levin. Tulane University, Woldenberg Art Center, Freeman Auditorium, 6823 St. Charles Ave., (504) 314-2200; www.tulane.edu — The cosmologist and author discusses Black Hole Blues and Other Songs from Outer Space, followed by a signing and reception. 6 p.m. Tuesday.

John Hanson. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., (504) 895-2266; www.gardendistrictbookshop. com — The author discusses his memoir Farewell to an Angel: It All Began in Old New Orleans. 3 p.m. Sunday.

Lydia Pyne. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., (504) 899-7323; www.octaviabooks.com — Author Lydia Pyne and editor Christopher Schaber discuss Bookshelf, a book from the Object Lessons Series. 6 p.m. Thursday.

M.O. Walsh. Little Gem Saloon, 445 S. Rampart St., (504) 267-4863; www.littlegemsaloon.com — The author signs My Sunshine Away. 5:30 p.m. Thursday.

Nature Poetry Workshops. Poet and teacher Delia Tomino Nakayama leads “Writing In and About Nature,” an outdoor poetry workshop series, at various locations throughout the city.

All levels ages 15 and up welcome. RSVP required; contact poetryprocess@gmail. com. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday.

Peter Cooley Workshop. Alvar Library, 913 Alvar St., (504) 596-2667; www. nutrias.org — Writers workshop poems with Louisiana Poet Laureate Peter Cooley. Registration required; call the library or email estaat@nolalibrary.org.

6 p.m. Wednesday.

Pizza Poetry Project Workshop. Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center, 4300 S. Broad St., (504) 596-2675; www. nutrias.org — Writers ages 6-18 compose poems to be distributed on pizza boxes as part of the Pizza Poetry Project. For more information, visit www.bigclass.org/pizzapoetry. 4 p.m. Tuesday.

Richard Crowell. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., (504) 899-7323; www.octaviabooks.com — The author discusses and signs Chenier Plain. 6 p.m. Wednesday.

Stella’s Open Mic. Community Commitment Education Center, 1923 Leonidas St., (504) 931-0549; www.communitycommitment.net — The monthly poetry showcase includes a featured poet and an open mic.

Tickets $5. 7 p.m. Saturday.

William Joyce. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., (504) 895-2266; www.gardendistrictbookshop.com — The children’s book author discusses and signs Ollie’s Odyssey.

6 p.m. Monday.

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Admission $10, free for kids under 12.

It Takes A Village Family Concert. Bogue Falaya Park, Covington, (985) 892-1811 — A festival with music and food raises awareness for child abuse prevention initiatives. 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

Music Under the Oaks. Newman Bandstand, Audubon Park, 6500 Magazine St. — An outdoor event with music, food and drinks benefits the Audubon Park Conservancy, which helps with park landscaping and upkeep. Free admission.

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Large sidehall single with off street parking, central air and heat, 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, double parlours and commercial style kitchen. Old wood floors, high ceilings, fireplace mantles and pocket door make for loads of 19th century charm but upgrades put this firmly in the 21 century.

PICTURE PERFECT PROPERTIES

1120 BOURBON ST $2,500,000

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Gordon Biersch Is Seeking Professional and Experienced Servers, Host and Culinary Team Members to join our fast paced, high volume team. Please apply online at: http://work4gb.com Red Dog Diner is looking for Line Cooks and Pantry Cooks for their new restaurant. Must have experience working in a fast paced kitchen. Pay starting at $12.00/hr. Please apply at 3122 Magazine St. Monday - Thursday between 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm.

FARM LABOR

MEDICAL TURN YOUR PASSION INTO A CAREER

Planned Parenthood is looking for motivated and enthusiastic people to join our healthcare team. Full & Part-time available. Medical experience a plus, but not required. Apply at www.ppgulfcoast.org

Temporary Farm Labor: Garcia Trucking LLC, Muleshoe, TX, has 5 positions with 3 mo. experience for operating front end loader to scrape & clean manure in cattle pens & load on spreader truck, spread manure and loading cotton hulls; repairs & maintenance to building & equip; must be able to lift 75 pounds; must able to obtain driver’s license within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take random drug tests at no cost to worker; testing positive or failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; tools, equipment, housing and daily trans provided for employees who can’t return home daily; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; minimum wage rate of $11.15/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights and weekends; three-fourths work period guaranteed from 5/20/16 – 2/1/17.

Apply at nearest LA Workforce Office with Job Order TX8436654 or call 225-342-2917.

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CALL 483-3100 GAMBIT EXCHANGE

We are a local Successful and Growing Restaurant Group and currently seeking professional General Managers and Managers.

Attention to service and guest hospitality are paramount.

We are looking for the best managers throughout the New Orleans area!

Are you a leader with an eye for talent, strong work ethic, and drive to succeed?

We strive for guest service excellence with family core values of Integrity, Commitment, Generosity, & Fun – if this fits you, then you are the key to success!

For consideration send your resume to alicial@creolecuisine.com

WE LOVE OUR VOLUNTEERS! We are always looking for additions to our wonderful team! Hospice volunteers are special people who make a difference in the lives of patients and families affected by terminal illness. Interested in a future medical career? Get on our exciting new track!

Many physicians and nurses receive their first taste of the medical field at Canon.

To become a hospice volunteer, call Paige at 504-818-2723 Ext. 3006

ANNOUNCEMENTS Adopt: Adopting a newborn baby and becoming a mom is my dream. Loving, safe home awaits. Please call text Maria 516-316-1191 exp paid.

Attorney: John A.E. Davidson (#4710) Davidson & Davidson, APLC Address: 2901 Independence Street, Suite 201, Metairie, LA 70006 Telephone: (504) 779-7979 Gambit: 4/5/16

TWENTY-FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA

NO. 349-341 DIVISION “K” SUCCESSION OF CARL J. BOSSE, SR. NOTICE NOTICE is hereby given to the Creditors of the above numbered and entitled Succession, together with notice to all heirs and to all other interested persons herein, that Gregory Joseph Bosse, Testamentary Executor of the estate of the late Carl J. Bosse, Sr., has filed in the above proceedings an Twenty-Fourth Accounting and Twenty-Third Tableau of Distribution, a copy of which is annexed hereto, and that the accounting may be homologated after the expiration of ten (10) days from the date of publication hereof, that the tableau may be homologated after the expiration of seven (7) days from the date of publication hereof and that any opposition thereto must be filed before the homologation.

Samantha Adam, Deputy Clerk

Allday Consulting Group Certified Public Accountants & Consultants

Respectfully submitted:

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Attorney: R. Scott Buhrer, #17493 Address: 3017 21st Street Suite 110, Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone: (504) 833-5112 Attorney for the Succession of Carl J. Bosse, Sr.

Our bookkeepers can help you with managing your accounts receivable (billings and collections), accounts payable (paying bills), payroll, bank and trust account management and reconciliation, accounting, financial statements.

We also prepare personal and business tax return.

References available.

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TWENTY-FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA

NO. 741-813 DIVISION “I” SUCCESSION OF ELIZABETH SCHOMBURG, wife of/and MATTHEW P. TOOMEY NOTICE OF FILING OF TABLEAU OF DISTRIBUTION Notice is hereby given to the creditors of this estate and all other persons herein interested to show cause within seven (7) days from the publication of this notice, if any they can or have, why the Tableau of Distribution filed by Cheryl Lee and Kathy Sweeney, Co-Executrices should not be approved and homologated and the funds distributed in accordance therewith.

Wendy Gaudet, Clerk

LEGAL NOTICES TWENTY-FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA

NO 751-758 DIVISION C SUCCESSION OF MADALEEN GRIMALDI DEARMAS NOTICE OF FILING OF TABLEAU OF DISTRIBUTION NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Administrator in the above numbered and captioned matter, has filed a petition in this succession in accordance with a Tableau of Distribution filed in these proceedings. The petition can be homologated after the expiration of seven (7) days from the date of the publication of this notice. Any opposition to the petition must be filed prior to its homologation.

By Order of the 24th Judicial District Court

Attorney: James H. Roan Jr. Address: 3535 Ridgelake Dr., STE K, Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone: 504-840-9989 Gambit: 4/5/16

TWENTY-FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA

NUMBER 493-528 DIVISION “G” SUCCESSION OF LEON L. MARX AND NUMBER 726-383 SUCCESSION OF GLORIA RAY MARX NOTICE is hereby given that Diana Emery Cornu, Administratrix, petitioned this Court for authority to sell at private sale, the successions’ undivided interests in and to

immovable property, for the price of Forty-One Thousand Seven Hundred fifty and No/100 ($41,750.00) Dollars, described as ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges servitudes and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in Unit Number Three of Lynn Park Subdivision, in Square Number Three, bounded by Canberra Court, Dalton Street, Trudeau Drive, West Metairie Avenue and Lynnette Drive, designated the Number Seven on a survey made by Adloe Or, Jr. and Associates, Consulting Engineers, dated July 10, 1959, a copy of which is annexed to an act passed before Margaret Gaudin, Notary Public, on August 5, 1959, and according to which, said lot commences at a distance of three hundred and sixty feet from the corner of Lynette Drive and Canberra Court, and measures thence on a curbed line front on Canberra Court forty-four and ten one-hundredths feet, has a width in the rear of one hundred and thirty-eight and sixty-two hundredths feet, a depth on the side line near to Lynnette Drive of one hundred feet, by a depth on the other side line of one hundred and forty-six and fifty-four one-hundredths feet.

The underdeveloped real property bears municipal address of 14 Canberra Court, Metairie, Louisiana.

NOW THEREFORE, in accordance with law, notice is hereby given that Diana E. Cornu, Succession Representative of the Successions of Leon L. Marx and Gloria R. Marx proposes to sell the aforesaid and the heirs, legatees, and creditors are required to make opposition, if they have any or can, to such sale, within seven (7) days, including Sundays and holidays, from date whereon the last publication of this notice appears.

Attorney: Raymond J. Pajares Bar #17343 Diana L. Tonagel Bar #21094 Address: 6803 Capital Trace Row Mandeville, LA 70471 Telephone: 985-292-2000 Gambit 3/22/16 & 4/5/16

TWENTY-FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA

NUMBER: 752-826 DIVISION: “H” SUCCESSION OF ROBERT H. LUWISCH NOTICE OF FILING TABLEAU OF DISTRIBUTION

PUBLIC NOTICE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEW ORLEANS IS SOLICITING PROPOSALS FROM EXPERIENCED PROFESSIONALS OR PRIVATE FIRM(S) TO CONDUCT AN ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PROCESS ON BEHALF OF THE COUNCIL IN ITS CAPACITY AS THE “BOARD OF REVIEW” CONCERNING TAXPAYER APPEALS OF THEIR 2017 PROPERTY TAX ASSESSMENTS. THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS IS AVAILABLE ON THE COUNCIL’S WEBSITE, www.nolacitycouncil.com OR MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE NEW ORLEANS CITY COUNCIL FISCAL OFFICE, ROOM 1E06, CITY HALL, 1300 PERDIDO STREET, (504) 658-1101. PROPOSALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 4:00 P.M., TUESDAY, MAY 10, 2016.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS PACKET, PLEASE CONTACT: DAVID GAVLINSKI, ASST. COUNCIL FISCAL OFFICER, 1300 PERDIDO STREET – ROOM 1E06 NEW ORLEANS, LA 70112 658-1101 OR EMAIL DSGAVLINSKI@NOLA.GOV LORA W. JOHNSON, CMC, LMMC CLERK OF COUNCIL PUBLICATION DATES: APRIL 3 AND 10, 2016

TWENTY-FOURTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NUMBER 632-114 DIVISION “ K ” SUCCESSIONS OF ROSALIE (A/K/A ROSALEE) BROWN, WIFE OF/AND SOLOMON (A/K/A SOLOMAN) AUGILLARD NOTICE TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE WHEREAS, Jeffery P. Augillard, Administrator of the Estate of Rosalie a/k/a Rosalee Brown Augillard, has made application to the Court for the sale at Private Sale of the following immovable property, to wit: An undivided one-sixth (1/6) interest in and to: An undivided one-sixth (1/6) interest in and to: A CERTAIN PIECE OR PORTION OF GROUND, with all the buildings and improvements thereon and all the servitudes, rights, ways, and appurtenances thereunto belonging, situated in the City of Kenner, Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, forming a part of EAST KENNER SUBDIVISION, said portion of ground designated as the SOUTH 1/2 OF LOTS 1 THROUGH 7 of SQUARE 3.

The former improvements thereon bore the Municipal No. 507 FILMORE STREET, KENNER, LOUISIANA.

NOTICE IS GIVEN to the creditors of this Estate and to all other interested persons, that a First Tableau of Distribution has been filed by Donna L. Casey, the duly appointed, qualified succession representative of the succession of Robert H. Luwisch, with her Petition Filing First Tableau of Distribution praying for homologation of the Tableau and for ratification of the payment of the liabilities of the Succession listed therein, for authority to pay the remaining administrative expenses of the Succession and for authority to distribute the remaining balance of the Succession funds to the Decedent’s intestate heirs as listed thereon; and that the First Tableau of Distribution can be homologated after the expiration of seven (7) days from the date of the publication of this notice. Any opposition to the Petition must be filed prior to homologation.

for the price of One Thousand and No/100 ($1,000.00) dollars cash.

Jefferson Parish, Louisiana this 28th day of March, 2016.

By order of the Court.

Gambit: 3/15/16 & 4/5/16

Attorney: Robert T. Weimer, IV Address: 400 Poydras St. Suite 1125, New Orleans, La 70130 Telephone: 504-561-8700 Gambit: 4/5/16

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Notice is hereby given to all parties whom it may concern, including the heirs and creditors of the decedent herein, and of this estate, be ordered to make any opposition which they have or may have to such application, at any time, prior to the issuance of the Order or Judgment authorizing, approving and homologating such application and that such Order or Judgment may be issued after the expiration of seven (7) days, from the date of the last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law.

Attorney: John H. Gniady Address: 3228 6TH ST., STE.100 METAIRIE, LA 70002 Telephone: (504) 837-3428

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for the Parish of Jefferson Jon A Gegenheimer, Clerk for the Parish of Jefferson

NOTICES

Temporary Farm Labor: Natural Dairy Grower Co., Gustine, TX, has 3 positions with 3 mo. experience for operating large farm equipment for haul & transportation harvested crops, feed & hay from field to storage locations & facilities, cleaning & hauling manure & sludge from livestock pens; repairs & maintenance to building & equip; must be able to lift 75 pounds; must able to obtain driver’s license with airbrake endorsement to drive grain transporter trucks within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take random drug tests at no cost to worker; testing positive or failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; tools, equipment, housing and daily trans provided for employees who can’t return home daily; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; minimum wage rate of $11.15/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights and weekends; three-fourths work period guaranteed from 5/1/16 – 3/1/17.

Apply at nearest LA Workforce Office with Job Order TX6441732 or call 225-342-7294.

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ROOMS BY WEEK. Private bath. All utilities included. $175/week. 2 BR avail. Call (504) 202-0381 or (504) 738-2492.

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1 Off-street parking spot. All appliances including washer/dryer. Lots of light and quiet.

Water is included. $1,600/mo. 504-669-4503.

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2 BR/2 BA, 1000 sq’ shotgun dbl converted to single. Additional rm for office. Nice back yard, close to shopping, dining, nightlife, and universities. Utilities NOT included. $1,285/mo. (504) 261-6312.

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Meet Simon! He’s a sweet gentle guy who has been at the Sanctuary for over 3 years now and desperately needs to find his forever home. If you would like to meet Simon or possibly adopt him, please fill out our pre-adopt form at Spaymart.org or call the Spaymart Thrift Store at 504-454-8200 with any questions.

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AUTOMOTIVE WANTED TO PURCHASE

SERVICES HOME SERVICES

CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!!

We Buy Like New or Damaged.

Running or Not. Get Paid! FreeTowing!

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MERCHANDISE ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

BUYING OLD RECORDS

Buying vinyl records. Albums (LP’s), 45’s and 78’s. Contact me at 504-329-5781 or via email at kullconanhunts@gmail.com

CLOTHING MERCHANDISE UNDER $100 BOY’S CLOTHES/SHOES

Sizes 4-6. 3 lagre bags. Some shoes.

All for $30. Call (504) 832-1689.

FLOWERS/PLANTS NEED PLANTS

Great Prices and Layout Designs. Shrubs, flowers, veg, herbs, trees.

Free Delivery or Installed + Grow Systems (pic)...

Under $95. TEXT: “GROW” to 504-810-3361.

Kennel #A31006517

Queenie is a 2-year-old, spayed, short coat Chihuahua mix. Queenie is easy going and curious but loves to get some exercise. Her ideal home will be somewhat active and playful. She’ll be happy to go on long walks and then settle down to relax next to you! Receive 50% off my adoption fee by mentioning I’m Pet of the Week!

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OLOA CLEANING SERVICES (504) 345-3130

We clean homes, offices, construction sites and more. Please inquire about additional services. No job is too small!

LAWN/LANDSCAPE ••• C H E A P •••

TRASHING, HAULING & STUMP GRINDING Call (504) 292-0724

PETS PET SITTING GOD’S PAWS

I am an animal lover. I look after only a couple animals at a time. I live in Lakeview with plenty of space. Overnight stays also.

Dogvacay.com cherylkempcakes@yahoo.com.

BOBBY

Kennel #A31086302

Bobby is a 3-year-old, neutered, standard rabbit.

Sweet and cuddly, Bobby loves spending time by your side but doesn’t mind being independent either. He loves to munch on fresh veggies and fruits to go along with his hay. Receive 50% off my adoption fee by mentioning I’m Pet of the Week!

To meet these or any of the other wonderful pets at the LA/SPCA, come to 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. (Algiers), 10-4, Mon.-Sat. & 12-4 Sun., call 368-5191 or visit www.la-spca.org

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