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August 4, 2015

EDITORIAL

Volume 36

Number 31

Health + Wellness ................................................. 27 Scoliosis is easily treatable in children — and today’s braces are much less noticeable

D. ERIC BOOKHARDT, RED COTTON, ALEJANDRO DE LOS RIOS, HELEN FREUND, KEN KORMAN, BRENDA MAITLAND, NORA MCGUNNIGLE, ROBERT MORRIS, NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS

SHOPPING + STYLE What’s in Store ......................................................25 Redemption

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EAT + DRINK

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ON THE COVER Williams-burg ........................................................ 17 Kenner’s Williams Boulevard has become the metro area’s international restaurant row • BY HELEN FREUND

A + E / 7 IN SEVEN

Feature ....................................................................... 5 The Pogues’ Spider Stacy teams up with Lost Bayou Ramblers and Meschiya Lake Seven Things to Do This Week........................... 5 Cradle Will Rock, Dirty Linen Night, Shuggie Otis and more

NEWS + VIEWS

News.............................................................................7 The Save-A-Lot market concept — small footprint, basic staples — may be part of the answer to New Orleans’ “food deserts”

Y@Speak + N.O. Comment .....................................7 Overheard in New Orleans’ social media world Scuttlebutt................................................................ 9 From their lips to your ears C’est What? ............................................................... 9 Gambit’s Web poll Bouquets & Brickbats ..........................................11 This week’s heroes and zeroes Commentary............................................................12 Communication, or lack thereof, from the New Orleans Sewerage & Water Board Blake Pontchartrain.............................................14 The New Orleans N.O. It All Clancy DuBos...........................................................15 Common Core: It works if you work it correctly

Review ......................................................................29 Purloo Fork + Center ...........................................................29 All the news that’s fit to eat — and drink 3-Course Interview ..............................................31 Poppy Tooker, culinary historian Drinks ........................................................................32 Beer Buzz; Wine of the Week Last Bites .................................................................33 Plate Dates; 5 in Five

ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT Music ......................................................................... 37 PREVIEW: Raekwon and Ghostface Killah Film..............................................................................41 REVIEW: Tangerine Art ...............................................................................43 REVIEW: Of the Rising Tide Stage..........................................................................45 REVIEW: Pterodactyls Events .......................................................................46 Crossword + Sudoku ...........................................54

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Going Pogue

The Pogues’ Spider Stacy performs with the Lost Bayou Ramblers and Meschiya Lake By Alex Woodward

Thu. Aug. 6 | On a weekend in July, 53 teams totaling 1,000 participants set out to create seven-minute films in less than 48 hours. View the winning films at an awards presentation at the New Orleans Jazz Market. Time TBA.

The Cavemen

Fri. Aug. 7 | Lafayette punk band The Cavemen anchor the Hub City’s Cloud Heavy music collective and make a rare New Orleans appearance with local freak folkies Fishplate, Guts Club and Girlfriend Island. Texas garage pop band Hovvdy also is on the bill. At 10 p.m. at Saturn Bar.

The Cradle Will Rock

Fri.-Sun. Aug. 7-23 | Amy Alvarez, Clint Johnson, Emilie Whelan, Ian Hoch and others star in Cripple Creek Theatre’s free production of Marc Blitzstein’s 1937 musical. At 8 p.m. at Marigny Opera House.

Circuit Des Yeux

Sat. Aug. 8 | Haley Fohr’s unwavering contralto and dramatic compositions on her May album In Plain Speech (Thrill Jockey) propel her Circuit Des Yeux from meditative folk to a powerful prayer. High in One Eye and Ex Specter open at 10 p.m. at Gasa Gasa.

Dirty Linen Night

Sat. Aug. 8 | Art galleries and businesses on Royal Street host receptions and offer drinks and there are beer tents on the street at the French Quarter art walk. From 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Royal Street.

Koan

Sat. Aug. 8 | Fresh off his Homage project, New Orleans multi-instrumentalist MC Koan hosts this “Revenge of the Summer Jam” featuring Strategy, DJ Skratchmo, Alfred Banks, AbPsych, Ninth Dimension and Chico 9. At 10 p.m. at Tipitina’s.

Shuggie Otis

Sat. Aug. 8 | Forty years later, Shuggie Otis is finally getting his due. The soul pariah, who turned down collaborative offers from The Rolling Stones and Quincy Jones, became a hip-hop sample favorite. His last solo LP, 1974’s Inspiration Information, was reissued in 2013. Tyler Kinchen & the Right Pieces opens at 10 p.m. at The Howlin’ Wolf.

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pider Stacy fell in love with a band at One Eyed Jacks. The longtime singer and tin whistler for Celtic punk band The Pogues had stumbled into a Lost Bayou Ramblers show. “I was immediately smitten,” he says. Now the Ramblers join Stacy for Poguetry In Motion (named after The Pogues’ 1989 EP) Saturday at One Eyed Jacks. It’s the beginning of a series in which bands of different stripes will perform the music of The Pogues. “This whole Poguetry idea, if you analyzed it really, and asked me to speak on it honestly, is probably just an excuse to do this very thing with the Lost Bayou Ramblers,” says Stacy, who moved to New Orleans in 2010. “I’m half kidding. The idea of using the Pogues’ songs in different contexts, seeing them through other people’s eyes, a MacGowan went missing the day Spider Stacy moved to fresh take and that sort of thing, that’s always intrigued me. … before and was found 24 hours later New Orleans in 2010. The Lost Bayou Ramblers, it was a no-brainer. The fit seemed in a hotel lobby. With an unreliable so obvious and so natural. It’s only really a step away.” McGowan singing infrequently, Stacy (appropriately wearing a black The Ramblers’ rowdy rock ’n’ roll take captain’s hat) steered the band’s ship onstage but on Cajun music complements the Pogues’ was, understandably, frustrated. (“That was just Irish-influenced punk. a minor hiccup, really,” Stacy says. “In hindsight, Aug. 8 “I really like the way the whistle, the I was completely in the wrong, and I should give fiddle and the accordion all mesh togethShane a little more latitude.”) Poguetry In Motion: er,” Stacy says. “There’s also a similar In 2013, Pogues guitarist Philip Chevron died folThe Songs of the Pogues sense of abandon and exhilaration.” lowing a battle with esophageal cancer. The band with Spider Stacy and Jazz vocalist Meschiya Lake (whose remains in good spirits — literally, as it recently Lost Bayou Ramblers voice Stacy describes as “like she’s got teamed up with West Cork Distillery to release featuring Meschiya Lake a lion on a string where every now and a line of Irish whiskey — though the band, Stacy and Brass Bed then she takes it for a little walk and says, “is currently resting.” lets the lion express itself”) also will “That’s not to say it’s all over until it clearly and One Eyed Jacks perform with the band on The Pogues’ unequivocally is,” he says. 615 Toulouse St. seminal Christmastime ballad “Fairytale Stacy appeared on the second season of the of New York.” HBO series Treme as tin whistling street per(504) 569-8361 Stacy hasn’t added other bands to former James “Slim Jim” Lynch around the same www.oneeyedjacks.net the series yet, but he plans to take the time Stacy and his wife Louise moved into the Ramblers on a festival tour next year and namesake neighborhood (or thereabouts — their Tickets $12 possibly record an album with the band. neighbor Dave Bartholomew Jr. told them they live “This was never intended to be a closer to the 6th Ward). He currently is looking for one-off with them,” he says. metal and jazz shows. “It’s very easy in New Orleans for that sound to just kind of sink The Pogues formed in 1982 in London. The band’s last into things, especially in the summer, this language, this heated performance in New Orleans was at the 2009 Voodoo embrace, and submerge,” Stacy says. “It’s a very good place for doing Experience amid its reunion after nearly a decade’s absence. that, just for being.” The gig has become infamous among fans — singer Shane

New Orleans 48 Hour Film Project awards

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Oasis in a food desert?

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Activists are concerned about access to food in poorer New Orleans neighborhoods. One answer might be a chain of unglamorous markets that fill the gap with inexpensive staples — and a few local touches.

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t. Roch resident David Roe says he lives in a food desert. But the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) says that’s not the case. The nearest food desert to the corner of St. Roch and St. Claude avenues, site of the recently opened St. Roch Market, starts just northeast of the census tract — pretty much at the front door of the Save A Lot grocery store on Almonaster Avenue, north of North Claiborne Avenue. Whether an area is considered a food desert is determined by how many low-income residents live in each census tract, how many cars they own and the location of the nearest grocery store from the center of each tract. The last USDA map of food deserts was compiled from 2010 census data. “We hope it is close to the truth,” says Shelly Ver Ploeg, an economist at the USDA. “We are in the process of updating the map for 2015.” Ver Ploeg says she has no data before 2010, but that the New Orleans Healing Center’s Food Co-Op, which opened in 2009, may have eliminated the “food desert” designation from the area, even though prices are higher than in standard supermarkets. According to the USDA’s map, Save A Lot doesn’t help the St. Roch neighborhood, nor does it count toward the census tract where it is located. “Our map doesn’t take the cost of the food into account,” Van Ploeg says, explaining that the area around that Save A Lot remains a food desert because the store sits more than 1 mile away from the center of its census tract.

The St. Roch Market — Customers outside Save A Lot with its many prepared on Almonaster Avenue. foods and chic displays P H O T O B Y C H ER Y L G ER B ER — has been a controversial development in a neighborhood underserved by traditional supermarkets. But those who complain that the new St. Roch Market is not a grocery store, or that the New Orleans Food Co-Op across the street in the New Orleans Healing Center is too expensive, need travel only another six-tenths of a mile to the Almonaster Save A Lot, or 1 mile west to the smaller but locally owned Circle Food Store on North Claiborne and St. Bernard avenues. Founded in Missouri in 1977, Save A Lot now has 1,300 stores in 36 states. It opened on Almonaster Avenue in March 2009, replacing a flooded Winn-Dixie. Two other Save A Lots also opened that day on Claiborne Avenue and MacArthur Boulevard on the West Bank, all of them in existing buildings. “We’ve prided ourselves on redevelopment in these communities, and part of that is going back into previously blighted or pre-existing structures,” says Chon Tomlin, a spokesman for Save A Lot corporation. The chain keeps prices low by employing only a couple dozen workers per store and cross-training each to perform more than one role. Plastic bags are provided upon request for 3 to 10 cents (boxes are free). “We also don’t have departments, except meat, and so we can drive cost down with a smaller footprint size — one-third the size of a traditional grocery store,” Tomlin says. “It’s much harder to drop a huge, brand-new grocery smack dab in the middle of any community, so we’ve streamlined our stores to be between 15,000 and 16,000 square feet on average.” Tim Penot, manager of the Save A Lot on Almonaster, says he grew up eating New Orleans food and has regionalized his store to meet the needs of residents who’ve lived in the area the longest. “I made sure we got Camellia’s red beans, [Tony Chachere’s] seasoning, even the Guidry’s mix PAGE 8

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Food deserts are defined as urban neighborhoods and rural towns without ready access to fresh, healthy and affordable food. Instead of supermarkets and grocery stores, these communities may have no food access or are served only by fast food restaurants and convenience stores that offer few healthy, affordable food options. The lack of access contributes to a poor diet and can lead to higher levels of obesity and other diet-related diseases, such as diabetes and heart disease. — U.S. Department of Agriculture

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for gumbo and things,” Penot says while walking through the store, pointing to hand-picked products. “Patton’s hot sausage, Double D sausage, Savoie’s sausage, Richard’s sausage, Manda sausage — that speaks volumes to people. They come in on Mondays and ransack that section.” Among the other items he’s introduced are soy milk, almond milk and Zapp’s chips. Tomlin says 75 to 80 percent of Save A Lot’s food is off-brand or “private label.” The store cuts its own meat, and the meat section is three times the size it was in 2012. “Before we were on a pre-packaged meat program similar to what you’re gonna see in Wal-Mart,” he says. Save A Lot on Almonaster has frozen fish, but isn’t set up to sell fresh seafood. Penot had no local produce on hand when Gambit visited, but said, “We’ve had local strawberries, local tomatoes and some local onions. People don’t really ask me for the local, per se. What we’ve done instead is expanded to give several types of tomatoes, several types of apples and oranges. … But the produce is a hard one because we really try to keep our price down.” Quality also is a preconception, Penot says. Asked if Save A Lot’s “off-brands” contain less healthy or substandard ingredients, Penot says no. “People make this food for us, but it’s cheaper because we don’t have the fancy labels,” he says, adding that name-brand suppliers often create off-brand products “so they have something cheaper to sell us.” Comparing Save-A-Lot’s original brand foods with Rouses’s Best Choice and other budget brands uncovered some small but interesting differences. Save-A-Lot’s Del Pino’s brand canned ravioli costs 69 cents. Rouse’s brand costs 26 cents more with almost identical ingredients. SaveA-Lot’s Wylwood cut green beans cost 49 cents and have 10 milligrams of sodium, while Libby’s brand at Rouses’s cost 79 cents and contains 290 milligrams of sodium. Save-A-Lot’s cheapest granola bars ($1.99) had 1 milligram less fat and 10 milligrams less sodium than Rouses’ brand ($2.39), and 1 gram less sugar. Savea-Lot’s So Cheesy brand mac-and-cheese (39 cents) boasts a couple extra yellow dyes, a little more sodium, a little less fat

Save A Lot grocery provides staples and fresh produce in St. Roch. P H O T O B Y C H ER Y L G ER B ER

and three whole grams less sugar than the Best Choice version (50 cents). Both contain thiamin mononitrate, though only Rouse’s brand spells it correctly. In the end, the shopper’s budget will dictate the quality of food he or she takes home, regardless of which chain grocery they choose. “I love that the term ‘food desert’ exists now, because then you can talk about it without having to explain the nuance. But we were doing it before it was popular,” Tomlin says, adding, “We are very proud that our average customer lives within 2 or 3 miles of our stores.” Though the St. Roch neighborhood still feels like a food desert to David Roe, he gives Save A Lot some credit. “It’s not a real grocery store, but it has made some attempts,” he says. “Sometimes it seems kind of dented and busted and that kind of thing. But they do have Fruity Pebbles, they do have granola.” Patricia Fishem, who lives a few blocks from St. Roch Market, shops at Save A Lot two or three times per week. “When I am in here, I usually find everything I need unless it’s one of those certain things they don’t carry — like my pound cake,” she says, laughing. “And I like Breyers ice cream.” Though Fishem shops at Save A Lot for her staples, she also shops at St. Roch Market. “I love it.” she says. “They have this special banana cake, or loaf, that is positively divine. So I go there as often as I can.” She doesn’t use St. Roch Market as her main grocery, though, and won’t consider Wal-Mart. “The produce is better at Save A Lot,” she says. St. Roch area residents may have to shop more than one place to get what they need, but Roe says that is just a reminder of New Orleans’ past: “You always had to go to [the] French Market, and then to Terranova’s for sausage, and then Mona’s for Middle Eastern supplies,” he says. “That was one of the joys of New Orleans, that you had to go multiple places to make groceries.”

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While the Louisiana governor’s race slowly gains momentum before the Oct. 24 primary, Democratic candidate and state Rep. John Bel Edwards has picked up support from at least one famous Louisiana family. Lynne Spears, the mother of pop superstar Britney Spears, a Tangipahoa Parish native, is giving away two tickets to her daughter’s Las Vegas show at the Planet Hollywood Re-

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sort & Casino with round-trip airfare, backstage passes and a two-night The Jindal campaign edition hotel stay — to one “winner” who doBobby Jindal to CBS News, July 29, nates $50 to the Edwards campaign. 2015: “Right now you’ve got a lot of (Lynne Spears also has donated $125 candidates; they’re willing to say extreme to the Edwards campaign, according things, outlandish things, to get on TV, to to campaign finance reports filed with get in the debates. We’re not doing that. the Louisiana Ethics Administration Instead, we’re offering specific ideas.” Program.) Bobby Jindal on Twitter, July 30, 2015: “We’ve been friends with [the “The Obama Administration will invesSpearses] for a number of years,” tigate the death of a lion, but not the Edwards told Gambit at the Louisiana trafficking of baby organs. Shameful.” Democratic Party’s July 26 Jefferson-Jackson Dinner. (Edwards also is from Tangipahoa.) “Lynne is a former The big Sadowski educator, and she knows my work on The Advocate changes (kindergarten through 12th grade) edupolitical columnists cation, and she appreciates that work, The Advocate has switched political and she reached out to us and told us columnists, with Quin Hillyer out and that she wanted to help.” Jeff Sadow in. Edwards says he won’t be at the Hillyer, a Mobile, Alabama resident concert, though. “I’ll be staying in who also has written for The American state,” he said, at least until after Nov. Spectator and National Review (and once 21, the date of the runoff election. was a staff writer for Gambit), contribMeanwhile, Edwards is trailing uted to the paper for 15 months. “I had a Republican candidates in campaign great time writing in Louisiana again, and donations. Though Edwards has $1.07 love what The Advocate is doing,” he told million cash on hand as of mid-JuGambit. “This was just a new job I could ly, according to campaign finance not pass up.” Hillyer has moved to the reports filed with the Louisiana Ethics online startup LifeZette.com, co-founded Administration, Republican challenger by radio host and political commenter and U.S. Sen. David Vitter has more Laura Ingraham. than $5 million. Lt. Gov. Jay Dardenne Sadow, an associate professor of has more than $1.8 million, and Public political science at Louisiana State Service Commissioner Scott Angelle University in Shreveport, also is a has $1.04 million. Edwards had only strong conservative voice and a prolific raised $237,299 since April, while Vitter blogger, with a 10-year-old political blog raised more than $1.3 million, Dardenne (jeffsadow.blogspot.com) and another $388,090, and Angelle $387,281. Those that provides commentary about the totals do not include what has been Louisiana Legislature when it’s in PAGE 11 session (laleglog.blogspot.com). The former carries the disclaimer: “If you’re an elected official, political operative or ? anyone else upset at his views, don’t go bothering LSUS or LSU System officials about that because these are his own Vote on “C’est What?” at views solely.” www.bestofneworleans.com In an email, Advocate Editor Peter Kovacs said Sadow’s columns would How much emphasis do you appear on Sundays in all three editions of the paper — New Orleans, Baton Rouge think the city of New Orleans and Acadiana. — KEVIN ALLMAN puts on tourism?

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a retired Civil District Court judge, received the Thurgood Marshall Award from the Judicial Council of the National Bar Association at a ceremony in California July 22. Bagneris served as a judge for 20 years. He also is a graduate of St. Augustine High School and Tulane University’s law school, a bar examiner for the Louisiana State Bar Association and a member of several legal organizations, including the American Bar Association, Louisiana Judicial College, the Supreme Court Ethics Committee and the Pro Bono Project.

The Junior League of New Orleans (JLNO)

awarded four grants totaling more than $15,000 to New Orleans-area organizations, including the New Orleans Ballet Association, New Orleans Family Justice Center, Dancing Grounds and Grace House. JLNO’s grant program funds groups that provide economic opportunities, health and family support for women. Since 2007, JLNO has awarded more than $27,000 to New Orleans-area organizations. donated $1,500 to Camp Challenge, a Louisiana organization that offers a free, one-week summer camp to children with cancer and chronic hematological disorders. Funds were raised during the 2015 Parade of Homes’ “Builders Challenge” online contest, which asked Facebook users to vote for their favorite home. Creative Builders of Louisiana won for its Lakeview home.

State Rep. Mike Johnson,

R-Bossier City, wrote in a July 28 memo that he is offering legal assistance (via his organization Freedom Guard) to government officials who oppose same-sex marriage but are responsible for issuing marriage licenses. The Louisiana Supreme Court Committee on Judicial Ethics said public officials should do their jobs, but Johnson — who authored the failed Louisiana Marriage & Conscience bill earlier this year — said the organization will offer pro-bono legal aid.

raised by super PACs supporting the candidates. Edwards said he’s prepared to face Vitter’s multi-million-dollar campaign. “He better worry about the Edwards machine,” Edwards said with a smile. “I’m comfortable.” — ALEX WOODWARD

Weekend at Bernie’s

Sanders’ presidential campaign visits Louisiana

Vermont U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, an independent running for the Democratic presidential nomination, held a rally July 26 in reliably Republican Jefferson Parish. Beforehand, he was the guest at a small Metairie house party hosted by Gilda Reed, a University of New Orleans professor who lost to Steve Scalise in the 2008 special election for the 1st Congressional District. Later that night, Sanders fired up a large crowd that a Pontchartrain Center official estimated to be more than 4,000 people — easily more than double the size of Gov. Bobby Jindal’s presidential announcement one month before in the same space. There were far fewer local politicos visible in the Sanders audience, however. One of them was local community organizer Jacques Morial, brother of former Mayor Marc Morial. There were no politicos onstage with Sanders, who was introduced by Angela Henderson of the Orleans Parish Democratic Executive Committee. Henderson said she’d only met Sanders the night before. A CNN poll taken July 22-25 found Hillary Clinton with 56 percent support to Sanders’ 19 percent. The Democratic National Convention will be held July 25-28, 2016 in Philadelphia. Louisiana’s presidential preference primary is March 5, 2016. — KEVIN ALLMAN

News is expanding participation in the 5 p.m. [Eastern time] debate to all declared candidates whose names are consistently being offered to respondents in major national polls, as recognized by Fox News.” That would seem to include businesswoman Carly Fiorina, South Carolina Sen. Lindsey Graham and former New York Gov. George Pataki, who are registering zero in some polls. Whatever the lineup, Gov. Bobby Jindal’s own poll numbers (between 1 and 2 percent) are a dead cinch to relegate him to the undercard. That event — at Cleveland’s Quicken Loans Arena — will be televised live from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. New Orleans time, with the main debate from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. — KEVIN ALLMAN

Homicides up; why?

NOPD to seek help from other police departments to develop strategy

Following the New Orleans Police Department’s (NOPD) mid-year budget presentation, New Orleans District A City Councilwoman Susan Guidry asked why the city has seen a significant rise in killings from 2014 to 2015. Last year, New Orleans had 150 total homicides, down from 155 in 2013 and 193 in 2012. So far this year (as of press time), there have been 109, with five months left in 2015. At the council’s July 29 Criminal Justice Committee meeting, Guidry said last year saw more shootings but an overall decrease in murders, “and now the opposite is happening,” she said. “Why is that?” NOPD Superintendent Michael Harrison said, “That’s a harder answer to give than a question asked.” Harrison said NOPD has noticed an uptick in gang and group violence, as well as domestic-related murders, arguments between people who know one another that lead to killTop guns ings, and robberies that turn violent, as First GOP debate Aug. 6 for main 10 well as “an increase in the brazenness of candidates offenders.” Harrison is expected to meet The Republican presidential debate on with other cities’ police departments Fox News Thursday will feature the top 10 facing similar violence crises and “put our candidates as ranked in a set of national heads together … and deal with it.” polls — though the network won’t say Meanwhile, Harrison said NOPD isn’t which polls will be used when the final losing officers; the department has 1,148 determination is made Tuesday. With so officers, which includes 60 new recruits many candidates, however, the network still in training and mirrors the ranks set up an “undercard” event earlier in around this time in 2014. Harrison also the day, a one-hour debate for everyone took more than 30 officers off desk duty who received at least 1 percent in the to work in the field. So far this year, NOPD polls. (Some in the media are calling it the has received 3,000 applications follow“kiddie table.”) ing Harrison’s aggressive recruitment Last week, however, it was clear that ad campaign. But the ranks are still too even that low bar was going to be too slim for Mayor Mitch Landrieu, who has high for some, and Fox News Vice Presipushed to boost the department to at dent Michael Clemente told Politico, “FOX least 1,600 officers. — ALEX WOODWARD

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Failure to communicate incident, including a major press conference, three press releases (one on Friday and two on Saturday), stakeholder outreach, active engagement on social media (via @NOLAReady), NOLA311, NOLA Ready text alerts and S&WB’s 24-hour hotline 52-WATER (529-2837).” Hoping to address frantic inquiries from readers, Gambit spent much of Saturday trying to reach someone — anyone — who could provide answers. The S&WB hotline went unanswered. The city’s 311 information line offered a recording that said the office was closed. The city’s website had no information. The emergency preparedness Twitter account for the city (@NOLAReady) tweeted that the boil-water order was still in effect at 8:43 a.m. It didn’t address the issue again for more than eight hours, when the order was lifted. That’s not communication. Grant earns $210,000 per year — $60,000 more than the mayor. In June, Jaquetta White of The New Orleans Advocate reported that Grant also spent $60,000 redecorat-

The simple step of having someone around on the weekend to keep the public informed would be a good start. ing his office, including a 70-inch, $30,666 “SMART board” (essentially a high-tech whiteboard). Grant explained the purchases thus: “I think it was a very wise investment in relation to our ability to manage better and bring ourselves into the modern age in relation to how we need to manage and communicate with people.” Too bad Grant didn’t use that pricey equipment to communicate on July 24-25. Tweeting and emailing cost nothing. By now, New Orleanians are accustomed to boil-water orders. They know New Orleans’ water system is old

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edric Grant, director of the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans (S&WB), held a press conference last week to address the city’s latest boil-water alert, which was issued at 10 a.m. on July 24. The alert came a full seven hours after power went out at the Carrollton water plant, potentially allowing for contamination of the East Bank water supply. Grant promised to do better next time and said the city is midway through upgrades at the Carrollton plant. What Grant didn’t address is his agency’s failure to inform citizens in a timely way. The boil-water order was issued on a Friday morning (after residents had their coffee, brushed their teeth, showered, etc.) and continued overnight. There was a run on bottled water at local stores; restaurants and bars had to adjust at their own expense. Not a word came from the city for the rest of the day. The next morning, 24 hours later, the city sent an email saying water samples were still being tested. Then, more silence. Brad Howard, a spokesman for Mayor Mitch Landrieu, disputed that account, saying, “Sewerage & Water Board and the City utilized multiple platforms to communicate with the public throughout this

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and prone to failure. Less understandable is the city’s failure to communicate with citizens. “As with any major incident, our teams will work together to fully review all protocols and actions taken to make necessary improvements, particularly in how quickly, frequently and comprehensively we communicate with the public,” Grant said in a statement to Gambit. “Public safety is and will remain our top priority.” The simple step of having someone around on the weekend to keep the public informed would be a good start.

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What is the towering rose sculpture in City Park? I don’t remember seeing it until recently. Tara

Dear Tara,

You are correct — the towering rose sculpture located on Palm Drive in City Park, not far from the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA), is a fairly recent addition. It was installed in October 2014 as part of the Prospect.3 New Orleans art festival. The 30-foot-tall cadmium red sculpture, complete with roses, stems and, of course, thorns is titled Icon and is the work of New York artist Will Ryman. Though it was placed here for Prospect.3, which ran October 2014 through January 2015, City Park officials say Ryman’s sculpture is scheduled to stay on view here until at least January 2017. The work previously was exhibited in Florida and at London’s Regent’s Park. Icon is not the first time the artist has used the image of the rose in his work. In 2011, he transformed New York’s Park Avenue into a surrealistic garden, with a row of 38 pink and red rose sculptures towering as high as 25 feet. The rose sculpture isn’t the only work of Ryman’s on display in New Orleans. He is also known for America, a golden life-sized 2013 log cabin sculpture acquired by NOMA with help from Sydney and Walda Besthoff, benefactors of the museum’s beautiful outdoor sculpture garden bearing their name.

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ince this week’s question focused on towering public art, I’m reminded of another sky-high outdoor installation — the Falstaff weather ball. It was illuminated for the first time 63 years ago on Aug. 1, 1952. The ball and its accompanying neon letters spelling out the nowdefunct brewery’s name sit atop the former Falstaff Brewery at 2600 Gravier St. Falstaff began brewing there in 1936. Starting in 1952, even those who never drank a bottle knew of the towering 21-story neon sign that carried the beer’s name and forecast tomorrow’s weather. According to a promotional brochure from the time, green meant fair skies, while red meant cloudy weather and a red flashing globe predicted rain. Red and white flashing lights indicated a storm warning and a white light meant showers. If the letters in Falstaff were PHOTO BY A L I EN G R A F F I T I / C R E AT I V E C O M M O N S

illuminated from top to bottom, it meant cooler weather was coming. If they were lighted from the bottom up, the mercury would rise. If the letters flashed on and off, the temperature would remain constant. The lights went dark in 1978, when the brewery closed. In 2005, the building was purchased and converted into the Falstaff Towers apartment building, which opened in 2007. The owners brought back the neon sign and weather ball, which are illuminated once again.

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BY HELEN FREUND PHOTOS BY CHERYL GERBER Chilangos Seafood, on Williams Boulevard in Kenner, specializes in fare one might find in seafood shacks along the Mexican coast.

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With Central American, South American, Cuban and Asian options, Williams Boulevard in Kenner may be the New Orleans areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most eclectic restaurant row.

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Brazilian Market & Cafe isn’t only a place for South American home cooking; it’s a gathering place for Brazilians to get help filling out job applications, have documents translated or just hang out and watch soccer.

neighborhood and the community atmosphere it sustains as it is about the food. It’s a one-stop shop for many immigrants, a place where they can go to the bank, get a haircut, go to the post office and grab a bite — all within blocks of each other. Part of the strip’s expansion — and the surge in Hispanic population in the city — has been attributed to the Central and South American migrant workers who came to the city as part of the cleanup and rebuilding effort following Hurricane Katrina and the federal floods. In the New Orleans metro area, the Latino population skyrocketed from nearly 60,000 people in 2000 to 103,000 in 2013, something the New Orleans-based data analysis group The Data Center says can be attributed to the labor demand following the storm. Vieira, who was living in Georgia when Hurricane Katrina made landfall in New Orleans, immediately saw a demand and opportunity for growth. In 2006 he moved his family to Metairie and opened the Brazilian Market & Cafe in a strip mall in the 2400 block of Williams Boulevard. “We had a couple of thousand Brazilians here working, and there wasn’t really a place for them to go,” Vieira says. “I opened the store as a place not only to serve food and groceries but also to offer help with documents, job applications and translating.” Even when the rebuilding efforts came to an end and many of the laborers returned home, the city still saw a significant spike in its Hispanic population, most notably in Jefferson Parish, according to the Data Center. Since 2000, the number of Hispanics in Jefferson Parish grew by nearly 26,000 and

now make up more than 13 percent of the parish’s total population, the center says. “You now see families that are settling down, whereas earlier, mainly after Katrina, you only saw this predominantly male face of the construction worker,” says Sarah Fouts, a doctoral student at Tulane University’s Roger Thayer Stone Center for Latin American Studies. “But within the last 10 years, you see many more children, many more women. There are workers who have come in and helped to rebuild the city and have invested in the city and (they) have established ties and brought their families.” Another popular Brazilian outpost on Williams Boulevard, Churra’s Brazilian Grill, serves a variety of grilled meats churrascaria-style as part of a buffet. Like Vieira’s shop, Churra’s is part grocery store, part sit-down restaurant. The rotisserie is full of charred, fatty pieces of sausage, chicken and steaks, including picanha, the fat cap-topped sirloin. A full salad bar is included in the buffet; a separate, pay-per-pound option also is available. While the Williams Boulevard corridor sometimes is perceived as a predominantly Hispanic stronghold, the strip is dotted with eateries offering foods from around the world, including some Asian and Middle Eastern cafes and grocery stores. “It’s become a welcome space for populations that continue to be marginalized throughout the city,” Fouts says. “There is growing local business support for diverse ethnic populations to open up these restaurants (and) Kenner has (now) kind of become this hub of different ethnicities.” One example: Fatima Cafe. The Palestinian-owned operation next door to Vieira’s store opened in late 2013 and has become a popular destination for Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine. Thick hummus comes draped in olive oil, charred kebab and shawarma platters are served with pita and golden, crunchy orbs of falafel are drizzled with tahini. Like so many of the Williams Boulevard shops, the Asian Gourmet Market is hard to see from the street, tucked into the rear of an aging strip mall on 32nd Street. Little Tokyo owner Yusuke Kawahara opened the market nearly 20 years ago, offering a wide selection of Japanese, Korean, Thai and

Perhaps most representative of the shifting demographics on Williams Boulevard are the increasing number of pan-Latino restaurants, many marketing themselves as one cuisine or another while serving a variety of several Central American dishes. Following a surge in

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Chinese staples. Aisles in the store are lined with noodle soups, fermented soybeans, Chinese sausage, preserved duck eggs and bright green Thai eggplants. Kawahara estimates his shop stocks the largest selection of Japanese products in the metro area, including a variety of obscure produce like yamaimo, a fibrous root called a Japanese mountain potato often used in sushi and tempura dishes. Kawahara suggests himono, a type of dried fish. “It’s a dish we usually eat for breakfast or when we finish work and start drinking,” he says, pointing to his store’s impressive selection of Japanese sake and beer. There are a number of Chinese restaurants along the Williams Boulevard strip, but Little Chinatown and Imperial Garden serve some of the best options at affordable prices. Little Chinatown, located in a former Pizza Hut building near 38th Street, serves Chinese American staples — lo mein, fried wontons, kung pao chicken — but also features a decent selection of traditional Chinese dishes, including rice porridge congee. Topped with either fresh seafood or pork with preserved eggs, the creamy rice dish is eaten for breakfast across Asia but is served all day long here. Larger, family-style meals include several meats and seafood dishes that are simmered for hours and served in clay pots. On certain days, a Peking duck special with several sides is served. At Imperial Garden, the portions are extremely generous and the quality of food is a notch above some of the more Americanized Chinese restaurants in the area. A handwritten menu in Chinese hangs on the wall, informing those able to read the language of the daily specials, most of which are served family-style. A menu in English provides diners with the basic options, but servers usually can point adventurous eaters to one of the featured dishes. The daily vegetable dish often features da dou miao, a fresh, garlicky dish of stir-fried pea shoots.

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– The Times-Picayune

Sauces line a shelf at Asian Gourmet Central American immigrants Market, which is tucked into the back of a (statistics show strip mall at Williams Boulevard and 32nd they now make up more than 40 Street in Kenner. percent of the entire Hispanic population in rice and bean dish, which Sosa serves the metro area) with roasted pork and yuca. Sosa’s the corridor is now home to several specialties include Cuban steak served Honduran, Salvadoran, Peruvian and with rice and beans; picadillo, ground Guatemalan restaurants. beef stewed with tomatoes; and an Pupuseria Lila’s, a new Salvadoranexcellent ropa vieja, tender morsels owned restaurant right off the of slow-cooked, shredded beef that Interstate 10 Williams Boulevard exit, practically melt in your mouth. specializes in Salvadoran pupusas At Pollos a la Brasa Fiesta on the — fried corn pancakes stuffed with corner of 39th Street, Peruvian-style meat and cheese — but also sells spit-roasted chicken is the star. The Honduran baleadas and Mexican owners are a couple from Mexico enchiladas. “At home, our parents City and El Salvador, but there is no will make us (Salvadoran) food, but arguing with their specialty: The crispy there’s not a restaurant I know out South American-style bird is seasoned here that is selling this type of food, with paprika, cumin and lemon and so I decided to open one based on our baked on a rotisserie until the skin is parents’ culture,” says Alberto Valdez, dark brown. who opened the restaurant with his “Everything we make ourselves,” brother in April. says Leo Reyes, the owner’s son, The Salvadoran snack pupusas who commutes from Covington to usually includes chicharrones, or pork help his family run the restaurant. cracklings, but diners can opt for just “It’s Salvadoran, it’s Argentinean, it’s cheese or beans. A traditional version Peruvian.” Other popular dishes include filled with loroco, a type of flowering the costillas asadas, Salvadoran herb native to Central America, is grilled beef ribs, and choripan, a spicy believed to have health benefits and Argentinean sausage sandwich. packs a strong, slightly bitter flavor. Juicy, citrus-marinated chicken also On the other end of the strip, near is on the menu at the popular Pollo the entrance to the Pontchartrain Campero, a bright orange building that Center, Cuban Restaurant is a sits in the shadow of the Interstate 10 Honduran-owned eatery that serves overpass near the corner of Veterans Central American dishes. Elizabeth Memorial Boulevard. The Guatemalan Sosa opened the restaurant with her fast food chain opened in 2012 and sister more than three years ago, serves chicken (fried or grilled), usually serving the traditional Honduran accompanied by beans, yuca fries and dishes she was raised eating as well as a number of Cuban specialties, rice. Popular with a working crowd, including congri, the traditional island the place gets packed during lunch.

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Relax

Top: Churra’s Brazilian Grill serves grilled meats churrascaria-style, carved to order on skewers. Bottom: Pupuseria Lila’s, a new Salvadoran-owned restaurant, serves not only pupusas but also Honduran baleadas and Mexican enchiladas.

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Students learn about the history and science of wind energy, then build and design a wind turbine and a wind-powered circuit. Cost $60; there’s a limited number of free slots for students who receive lunch vouchers. Register online. 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday.

Handmade books workshop

RHINO Contemporary Crafts Gallery, The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., second floor, (504) 523-7945; www.rhinocrafts.com Artists Tamra Carboni and Natalie Nichols guide kids in making folded paper books with collaged covers at the monthly art workshop for children of all ages. Suggested donation for materials $5. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

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The free festival celebrates local African-American culture and the civil rights movement with live music, food, arts and crafts and more. Kids can participate in educational activities, ride carnival rides and meet Mardi Gras Indians. Noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.

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What’s in Roman Candy? I love Roman Candy. It’s a taffy that doesn’t taste like any other kind of taffy. And every time I see the Roman Candy man with his mule and his white cart with the red wheels, I make my mom and dad buy some. The problem is that we eat it so fast we run out. So I tried to make some. And that’s when I ran into another problem: it’s kind of a secret recipe. I know it has corn syrup, sugar and flavorings, but I don’t know what else is in it, what the measurements are or how exactly Roman Candy gets its chocolate, vanilla and strawberry flavors. But here’s what I do know: Roman Candy is based on a Sicilian recipe, and the Cortese family has been selling its candy from the same cart since 1915, and that the mule driving the cart these days is named Vidalia.

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Worship the food

By Andrea Blumenstein

“This dish is our tribute to that history.” Stuffed shrimp is requested so often that Picolo says he’ll never be able to take it off the menu. Unlike some renditions of stuffed shrimp, his has no breading. “The fluffy, light texture comes from a simple vegetable and crab souffle,” he says. The stuffed shrimp are featured on the dinner menu served with an avocado and smoked gouda hominy cake and sauteed spinach. Last year, Redemption underwent a renovation that added an oyster bar. “We haven’t done anything to the gem of the architecture of the building,” Picolo says. “The bones of the building are the same, with original stained glass windows and towering wood-tress ceilings.” Redemption also hosts private events ranging from corporate dinners

Redemption co-owner Maria Delaune (left) and chef Greg Picolo converse inside the century-old former church. P H O TO BY C HERY L G ERBER

to weddings. With the exception of the floor, which was replaced after flooding from Hurricane Katrina and the federal levee failures, little has changed structurally. As is often the case with churches, the acoustics at Redemption are phenomenal. “The restaurant does not get overly noisy like some places in town,” Picolo says. “But what makes it really fun is the unmiked piano player at Sunday brunch.”

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More than 25 Magazine Street retailers will offer special deals and discounts during Hot Summer Sale Day Wednesday. Visit the MAGAZINE STREET MERCHANTS ASSOCIATION website (www.magazinestreet. com) for details. WHOLE FOODS MARKET BROAD STREET (300 N. Broad St., 504-434-3364; www.wholefoods.com) will donate 5 percent of profits for Wednesday to Great Resources Whereyat, which offers healthy lifestyle services to low-income youths. ABEILLE NOLA (www.facebook.com/pages/abeille-nola/245031627551) has closed its brick-and-mortar storefront and launched an online shop. Customers receive free shipping and returns on all Facebook and Instagram orders.

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t Redemption (3835 Iberville St., 504-309-3570; www. redemption-nola.com), the Delaune family and executive chef and partner Greg Picolo prepare what they call “New Orleans revival cuisine.” “[Revival cuisine means taking] classic, iconic dishes … and making them current,” says Picolo, a New Orleans native and self-proclaimed food history geek. “I love taking formulas that I made when I was much younger and recreating that food memory. New Orleans people are very much about our traditions and our memory that way.” Redemption occupies a space constructed in 1914 as a Lutheran church. It housed Christian’s Restaurant for 30 years prior to Hurricane Katrina, and Picolo recently uncovered a cornerstone marking the 1958 date when the place of worship was sanctified as a Church of God. The venue’s age and history influence Picolo’s menu, which features innovative, playful takes on Louisiana staples. “Some of the things I reference in my food are equally that old,” Picolo says. “I lighten them up. I only use flour in one thing, and that’s gumbo. Everything else is done with reductions and has a much lighter feel, but still feels very much like Creole cuisine.” The infused foie gras is a popular dish, as is the cold-smoked, corncrusted soft-shell crab topped with jumbo lump crab cake and served with grilled asparagus and angel hair pasta with bacon carbonara. “Christian’s was famous for coldsmoked soft-shell crab,” Picolo says.

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Scoliosis is often detected at pediatrician visits and school screenings. Here’s the lowdown on the spine condition. By Laura Ricks

Larry knew the most common type of scoliosis, idiopathic scoliosis, has a strong genetic component, so Maddie’s diagnosis when she was in the sixth grade was another blow. “It’s a horrible feeling — like you’ve passed it on,” Larry says. Maddie doesn’t view her diagnosis as his fault. “I never felt like that,” she says. In fact, Maddie says it was better knowing something about the disease. “When they were telling me to wear my brace, I knew how important it was,” she says. “And I knew I was lucky that we had caught it early.” A diagnosis of scoliosis doesn’t necessarily mean the curvature of the spine will get Though he has worked as a computer worse. In many cases, all that is needed is programmer in New Orleans for many monitoring, usually every four to six months, years, Larry says there are people on the to make sure it is not progressing. But if the Gulf Coast where he grew up who still scoliosis does progress and is left unremember him wearing the brace as a treated, it can result in appearance issues, child. Maddie’s brace, a plastic device she chronic back problems, pain and lung and covered with stickers, was not as noticeheart damage. When the rib cage presses able. She had just gotten her brace when against those organs, it’s hard for lungs to she started middle school at Ursuline expand and the Academy, and heart to pump. another student Scoliosis symptoms Treatment poked her in the depends on the sestomach and gave Uneven shoulders verity of the curve her a weird look. Prominent shoulder blade and the child’s “She said, ‘Do you Uneven waist stage of growth. have a book under Leaning to one side, hip higher on one side A brace is the your shirt?’ and I common choice for said ‘No, it’s just my children with spinal curves between 25 to brace.’ To most people, it wasn’t that no40 degrees, especially if their bones are still ticeable,” says Maddie, now a high school maturing. A brace won’t cure the scoliosis, student at Mount Carmel Academy. or change it, but it usually prevents further Surgery, the other treatment for curvature. In the past, braces had to be scoliosis, is usually indicated for curves worn as long as 23 hours a day, but Acbetween 40 and 50 degrees. The most cousti says new braces, such as nighttime common type of scoliosis surgery is and bending braces, accomplish the desired spinal fusion, in which the surgeon conresults in fewer hours. nects two or more vertebrae together The change in braces is evident in the so that they can’t move. It’s done with Hopkins’ varied experiences. Larry’s childa combination of screws, hooks and hood brace was a large metal device that rods that are attached to the bones of could not be disguised. “People felt sorry for the spine to hold them in place. They me and I hated that,” Larry says. normally remain there permanently.

Accousti says scoliosis surgery takes about two-and-a-half to three hours, with patients walking in two to three days and leaving the hospital on the fourth. “Scoliosis surgery is one of the safest orthopedic procedures around, and the risk of a permanent neurological event is almost unheard of,” Accousti says. “The vast majority of kids only need one operation. And you know what I get from a lot of kids? Many of them say that going through the surgery was actually easier than having to wear the brace. There is a lot more anxiety leading up to this surgery than is warranted.” Accousti also says surgery can help improve growing children’s height, since it corrects their scoliosis. Three to six months after surgery, most kids can resume almost any activity, except possibly collision sports. “Scoliosis surgery is an enabling surgery rather than a disabling one,” he says. “People can continue to do what they want in life.” When asked what she’d tell someone newly diagnosed with scoliosis, Maddie says, “I’d probably say that I know it sucks, but it’s important to wear the brace and that couple of years will go by faster than you think. I barely ever even think about it, really.”

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arry Hopkins and his 16-year-old daughter Maddie remember the moment a doctor told Maddie she had scoliosis. “I’ll never forget the look on her face,” Larry says. “Her bottom lip stuck out and she started to tear up. I felt awful.” “I was pretty upset,” Maddie says. “I knew what it meant.” Scoliosis is a sideways curvature of the spine. Maddie knew what the diagnosis and the probable treatment meant because the person who first suspected she might have scoliosis also had it as a child — her dad, Larry. About three to five children out of every 1,000 have scoliosis severe enough to require treatment, according to the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases. Children usually get scoliosis screenings at routine pediatrician appointments during back-to-school time. Most scoliosis occurs during the growth spurt that takes place right before puberty, or roughly between the ages of 9 and 15, with 2 to 3 percent of all children having it before age 16. Larry was unusual in that his scoliosis was diagnosed at age 7. “They told me I couldn’t play football anymore,” he says. “It was the worst day of my life up until then.” Though the incidence of scoliosis is the same in boys and girls, according to Dr. William Accousti, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon at Children’s Hospital and an associate professor of clinical orthopedics at LSU Health New Orleans School of Medicine, girls have a seven to eight times greater risk of the curve progressing. So Larry also was unusual in that he needed further treatment. He wore a brace for three years and had surgery at age 10; he had another surgery and wore a body cast for nine months when he was 16. “Yes, hearing [that I had to go through the process again] topped that last worst day,” he says.

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while the vinegar Chef Ryan Hughes presides over Purloo’s open kitchen. and acid play along with the P H O T O BY C H ER Y L G ER B ER creamy dressing. Curried goat stew, also served at lunch, packs strong Asian what flavors, a nod to Vietnamese culinary influences in New Orleans. Purloo The goat, sourced from Pickett Farms near where Jackson, Mississippi, is tender and imbues a deep savory flavor with a touch of warm heat at the end 1504 Oretha Castle of each bite. Paired with local sweet potatoes, the Haley Blvd., stew is flavored with lemon grass and coriander, (504) 324-6020; served with crusty banh mi and topped with fresh www.nolapurloo.com bean sprouts — a fresh element that adds texture and cools some of the spicy heat. when Some dishes fare better than others. A salad lunch and dinner of herb-roasted beets topped with giardiniera Tue.-Sat. tasted too pickled and would have benefited from something to balance the brine. A buttermilk how much cheese straw sat atop the vegetables — finishing expensive a beautiful plate — but tasted stale and didn’t add much to the dish. what works An otherwise excellent hanger steak comes fried catfish pistolette, with shiitake mushroom and cheddar spoon bread pan-seared drum that packs a decent amount of flavor, but was dry. It was a small distraction given the otherwise exwhat doesn’t cellent accoutrements of glistening, garlicky baby bok choy and crispy, beer-battered onion rings. beets with cauliWhile an evening spent at Purloo may feel like flower giardiniera a culinary voyage across the South, dessert time are too briny is a welcome trip home. Order sweet rice calas — dusted with powdered sugar and served with check, please chicory cafe au lait pot de creme — and there will regional Southern be no doubt that you are back in New Orleans. cuisine with a strong farm-to-table influence Email Helen Freund at helensfruend@gmail.com.

Lana Banks and Ali Wild opened the casual neighborhood cafe The Standard (4206 Magazine St., 504-509-7306) Uptown after passing the location while visiting New Orleans. “We’d always walk by and think, ‘What a great spot for a restaurant,’” Banks says. The couple own Across the Street, a Mexican restaurant in Atlanta, but since Wild hails from New Orleans, the pair often visit town. After settling into a home on nearby Marengo Street a few months ago, they opened The Standard. The renovated space feels light and airy; the walls are painted pale cream, wooden chairs and barstools are covered with paisley cloth and a mix of antique tools and artwork line the walls. An outdoor patio is in the works for when the weather cools down, Banks says. The lunch and dinner menus feature herbed chicken salad on a croissant, watermelon and arugula salad and a char-grilled half-pound Angus beef burger topped with Irish cheddar cheese. Larger entrees take a more Southern turn. Buttermilk fried chicken is served with mashed potatoes, biscuits and gravy; mirliton is stuffed with lump crab and Gulf shrimp, and corn-fried tilapia comes with jalapeno macaroni and cheese, coleslaw and tartar sauce. Brunch features crab cake Benedict topped with spicy sauteed spinach and the “Benicio” — jalapeno cornbread topped with Puebla-style pulled pork, two poached eggs and deep-fried hot peppers. The Standard is open for lunch and dinner Tuesday through Saturday. Brunch is served Saturday and Sunday. A midday happy hour menu will launch in coming weeks. — HELEN FREUND

Smoke signals

At press time, the owners of Ox Lot 9 (428 E. Boston St., Covington, 985-4005663; www.oxlot9.com) were set to open the barbecue restaurant Smoke BBQ (1005 N. Collins Blvd., Covington, 504-907-3985; www.smokebbqcovington.com) on Aug. 1. Ox Lot 9 chef Jeffrey Hansell, who cooked at Luke and Commander’s Palace, and his wife, Amy, who is the general manager at the fine dining bistro, which opened last year inside the Southern Hotel, expected Smoke to pass final inspections. The restaurant can seat 40 people in the dining room and 25 people on a shaded, wooden deck outside. The restaurant is significantly more casual than the fine dining experience offered at Ox Lot 9, but the owners say it will be a step up from casual barbecue places. PAGE 30

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t Purloo, crispy hushpuppies decorate a salad dressed with pickled Vidalia onions. a Southern-style charcuterie board includes pimiento cheese and boiled peanuts, and Louisiana strawberries come draped over a slice of sugary buttermilk chess pie. Chef and owner Ryan Hughes is a tenured New Orleans chef who ran a longtime pop-up under the same name before opening Purloo. He is trained in classical French cooking techniques, but at his restaurant inside the Southern Food & Beverage Museum, it’s his love affair with the South that wins. The yawning, industrial space is cool and airy during the daytime, a nice spot to escape the midday heat and grab a quick lunch. At night, the elevated ceilings raise the acoustics by several bars, and the space gets animated quickly. The best seat to observe the action is at the wraparound dining bar surrounding the restaurant’s open kitchen. A long, dark wooden bar provides an old-timey, saloonlike feel that seems appropriate given the proximity to some of the museum’s artifacts, which are separated from the restaurant by a sheer flowing curtain that barely kisses the floor. The museum space is as appropriate as any for Purloo, which is not just a New Orleans restaurant, it’s a distinctly Southern restaurant. Its name refers to a rice dish and stems from the South Carolina Gullah community that is said to have originated it. Delta corn tamales pay homage to the classic Mississippi bastion of comfort food. Delicate corn husks unfold to reveal tender, steamed cornmeal topped with deep red crawfish gravy. The dish is sprinkled with feta cheese and slivers of green olive, which add a salty element that complement the sweetness in the gravy and the plump crawfish tails. She-crab soup, that creamy low-country staple, arrives drizzled with Madeira and tastes buttery yet somehow light at the same time, faintly reminiscent of the sea. Several Louisiana blue crab claws submerged in the bisque offer a welcome surprise. Golden pan-seared drum is flaky, moist and cooked so the firm white flesh separates in delicate sheets, soaking up the surrounding sauce. An accompanying artichoke barigoule — a traditional French technique of braising artichokes in white wine, olive oil and broth — adds a refined touch. The fish is served with grits flavored with cardamom, and the spice’s powerful aromatics are a daring choice with the fish, but the combination succeeds, complementing the light sweetness of the drum. At lunchtime, a cornmeal- and spice-crusted catfish fillet fills a crusty pistolette and is dressed with creamy Mississippi “comeback” sauce, juicy beefsteak tomatoes and red cabbage coleslaw. The ingredients coalesce to form the perfect fried fish sandwich: the spicy-crusted catfish remains juicy,

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FORK + CENTER [CONTINUED] The team came up with the barbecue concept with the help of Ox Lot 9 sous chef Nate Meharg, who grew up barbecuing with his father and grandfather. He’ll helm the pits at the spot and says he plans on sourcing all local ingredients. “Everything will be made fresh, in house, from scratch,” Meharg said in a prepared statement. “The rubs are made in house. The sauces. We’re using local wood, no charcoal.” Meharg draws barbecuing techniques from all over the South. There’s Texas-style 12-hour brisket, St. Louis-style pork ribs, pulled pork and vinegar-based Carolina sauce, rib tips and Alabama-style white barbecue sauce, among other items. Sides include macaroni and cheese, Southern-style greens, coleslaw, potato salad and baked beans. Pastry chef Breanne Kostyk will offer ice box pies, root beer floats and malts. — HELEN FREUND

Summer truffles

Uptown Italian newcomer Avo (5908 Magazine St., 504-509-6550; www. restaurantavo.com) offers a truffle dinner series in August. Chef/owner Nick Lama serves dishes such as tuna crudo with leeks, king trumpet mushrooms, parsley and truffle oil; foie gras and truffle terrine with ciabatta, cherry mostarda, pistachio and pickled vegetables; herb tagliarini with black truffles and Parmesan, and confit veal breast with gnocchi alla Romana, wild mushrooms, black truffles and veal jus. Avo serves dinner Monday through Saturday. — HELEN FREUND

Lunch breaking ground

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The CBD gastropub CellarDoor (916 Lafayette St., 504-383-5583; www. cellardoornola.com) now serves lunch. Most dishes feature ingredients that reflect chef Jamielyn Arcega’s Filipino and global culinary styles. The menu includes grilled chicken torta made with a lime and mezcal marinade and dressed with bacon, avocado and chimichurri sauce. Cauliflower crust pizzetta is topped with masala tomato sauce, black olives, kale and red peppers. Salads include a crispy goat cheese version with mixed greens dressed with Steen’s Cane syrup-herb vinaigrette and lemon grass chicken salad tossed with greens and vegetables. Larger dishes include a burger on a brioche bun topped with onion jam and a Korean-inspired bulgogi beef bowl topped with grilled Two Run Farm chuck eye steak, served with chilled rice noodles, vegetables and roasted carrot tahini. CellarDoor serves lunch from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday, dinner beginning at 4 p.m. daily and brunch on Sundays when the New Orleans Saints play in the Superdome. — HELEN FREUND

Baked goods

Willa Jean (611 O’Keefe Ave.; www.chefjohnbesh. com), the new cafe and bakery from Besh Restaurant Group chefs Kelly Fields and Lisa White, opens Aug. 6 in The Paramount building in the Central Business District. Fields and White are partnering with John Besh in the venture, having both worked at his restaurants Domenica and Pizza Domenica. Fields named the restaurant after her grandmother. The bakery will serve fresh baked bread, pastries, desserts, snacks, salads and sandwiches. Menu items include pigs in blanket with apricot mustard, fried chicken biscuits topped with pickled jalapeno relish and a grain and legume salad dressed with almonds and vinaigrette. Also on the menu: Intelligentsia coffee, boozy slushies and tea-infused cocktails. The 80-seat restaurant will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. — HELEN FREUND

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Food writer/ radio host Cookbook author and host of WWNO’s Louisiana Eats!, Poppy Tooker launches a monthly dinner club series Aug. 27 at the Southern Food & Beverage Museum (SoFAB). “The Louisiana Eats & Cooks Club” is a collaboration with SoFAB’s Director of Culinary Programming and cookbook author Jyl Benson, and it kicks off with recipes from The Times-Picayune’s Cooking Up a Storm. Each month, the event will feature a different cookbook, including some historical titles from the SoFAB library. Tooker spoke with Gambit about the event and the cookbook industry in New Orleans.

What happens at cookbook dinner club?

What makes New Orleans such a special cookbook city?

T: The cookbook industry in New Orleans is huge; it’s endless. A New Orleans cookbook is probably extremely high on the list of souvenirs to take home. We are so involved in our food culture here. … That’s what so special about Cooking Up a Storm: In that terrible hurricane, thousands of people lost their entire cookbook collection. They lost decades and decades of clippings from The Times-Picayune recipes, and that’s why writing that book was like a public service, it was almost like community service. And it was completely interactive. Maybe you were a little old lady who lived in Metairie who had no damage. You certainly couldn’t go help people gut houses, but you could share your recipes that you still had.

What should home cooks know before tackling an older recipe?

T: It’s about deciphering what (the author) meant and knowing what to substitute. People aren’t likely to use lard, but you can use vegetable oil. With a lot of these things, if somebody is a real amateur cook, I might not suggest that they pick up a historical cookbook and just give that a try, unless they’re willing to have a learning curve and some trial and error. It’s tricky. I know some people who really need that fully deciphered, tested, perfect recipe, and that’s not what that’s going to be in a historical cookbook. I’ve been teaching cooking classes for more than 25 years, so this is just something I do, that I love to do. — HELEN FREUND

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Tooker: We’re going to cook the meal, and as we cook the meal we’re going to serve the meal. So, we’ll have some [food] prepared in advance, but it will be a demo, so that everyone attending will learn how to cook all the dishes involved. It’s a very casual, interactive, fun format. If there’s a new cookbook out that we really like or if there’s an author that’s coming into town on tour, we’ll probably do that one. But we’ll also dig into other, older books to see if we find anything interesting. That’s what’s so great about having the whole historical library that’s part of SoFAB. We’re going to try to dig in to the stacks there and see what we can find that might be really unusual. I find it really fun to resurrect antique food. I’m a sucker for food history; I’m a sucker for old, particularly New Orleans and Louisiana, recipes. We have such a treasure trove of that — stuff that is in danger of being forgotten. I’m really looking forward to the one in October because (we’ll be doing) my new cookbook, the Tujague’s Restaurant cookbook, which is the hardest thing I ever did. Talk about how to transfer historical recipes into modern ones: How do you write a cookbook for a restaurant that will be 160 years old next year and never had a written menu until 1982?

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BEER buzz Several area bars will celebrate the fifth annual IPA Day on Thursday (Aug. 6). Founded in 2011 by beer writer Ashley V. Routson (aka The Beer Wench), it’s intended to honor the most popular craft beer style in the country. An important aspect of enjoying this hop-heavy and bitter beer style is freshness. Hops’ flavor and aroma fade relatively quickly, which is why it’s important to drink these beers as soon as possible after they’re brewed. Two years ago, Avenue Pub (1732 St Charles Ave, 504-586-9243; www.theavenuepub.com) owner Polly Watts instituted a policy of communicating the dates on which the beer was kegged to ensure customer, brewery and distributor awareness of IPA freshness. Because the Pub wants to serve the freshest IPAs possible, acquiring them at the appropriate time for a specific event can be tricky. For IPA Day, Watts hopes to have Southern Prohibition Brewing’s new IPA Crowd Control, Great Raft Brewing’s Grace and Grit, Parish Brewing Company’s newest batch of Ghost in the Machine, Yalobusha Brewing Company’s new One & Done IPA, made with Citra and Simcoe hops, and Bayou Teche Brewing’s Quantum Hop. She also expects a Stone Brewing Company truck to make a delivery in time with its characteristically hoppy beers, including a cask of the brewery’s Delicious IPA. Several bars have IPA Day events or special offerings. The Bulldog in Mid-City (5135 Canal Blvd., 504-488-4191; www.bulldog-midcity.draftfreak.com) will offer 15 IPAs on tap, and Junction (3021 St. Claude Ave., 504-272-0205; www.junctionnola. com) will host a Girls Pint Out event featuring beers from Brooklyn Brewery. World of Beer (4100 Veterans Memorial Blvd, Metairie, 504-266-2689; www. worldofbeer.com/locations/metairie) will offer a special wings and IPA pairing: 20 wings tossed in a special IPA sauce and served with an IPA for $25. The Snooty Cooter at Cooter Brown’s Tavern (509 S. Carrollton Ave., 504-866-9104) will offer several selections, including Terrapin Beer Company’s Rye Cubed and Stone’s RuinTen. — NORA McGUNNIGLE

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Malbec wines from Argentina are marked by smooth textures, ripe fruit, integrated tannins and concentrated flavors. This winery, a project of Chile’s largest producer, Concha y Toro, has a state-of-the-art facility that services the company’s 3,100 acres of vineyards in Mendoza. The wine is a blend of 70 percent malbec from Lujan de Cuyo, offering dark fruit and rich texture, 20 percent bonarda from Maipu, which provides structure and deep color, and 10 percent Uco Valley syrah, which adds spiciness and vibrant berry flavors. Following assemblage, the wine ages for six months in stainless steel and five months in the bottle. In the glass, it offers lush aromas of red berries, cherry, spice and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, taste dark plum, currants, black cherry, more spice and silky tannins. Decant 45 minutes before serving. Drink it with beef, pork, lamb, stews, wild game and firm cheeses. Buy it at: Pearl Wine Co., Acquistapace’s Covington Supermarket, Habanos of Slidell Wine Cellar, some Winn-Dixies, many Rouses and The Fresh Market on St. Charles Avenue and in Mandeville. Drink it at: Tujague’s Restaurant, Apolline, The Rib Room, The Sammich, Pizza Domenica, Charlie’s Steak House, Vega Tapas Cafe, Hyatt Regency New Orleans, Monkey Hill Bar, Red Bastille Lounge, Q & C Hotel/Bar and Gallagher’s Grill. — BRENDA MAITLAND Email Brenda Maitland at winediva1@bellsouth.net

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6:30 p.m. Friday Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 582-3000; www.mccno.com

www.chefstastechallenge.com Part of the Farm to Table conference, the cooking competition features 10 chefs from around the country, including Frank Brigtsen of Brigtsen’s and Matthew Farmer of Apolline. Attendees can sample all dishes and vote for their favorite. Tickets $129.

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11 a.m.-3 p.m. Sunday The Tigermen Den, 3113 Royal St.

www.thetigermenden.com The brunch features Cajun dishes by chef Anne Churchill, and there are vegetarian and vegan options. T’Canaille performs and there are Cajun dance lessons at 1 p.m. Sliding scale admission is $5 to $10 (food not included).

Namese Supper Club

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6 p.m. Sunday Namese, 4077 Tulane Ave., (504) 483-8899

www.namese.net Chefs Nhat Nguyen and Bobby Nguyen prepare a five-course meal of creative Vietnamese dishes. The dinner costs $75 including wine, beer, tax and tip.

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The Live Food sandwich features carrots, avocado, cucumber slices, sprouts and miso spread.

Chiba

8312 Oak St., (504) 826-9119 www.chiba-nola.com

Deep-fried grouper is tossed with miso dressing and served with pickled vegetables in a soft, steamed bun.

Kin

4600 Washington Ave., (504) 304-8557 www.facebook.com/kinfordindin

The “tiramiso,” a spin on the Italian dessert, features miso-infused cake batter, mascarpone cheese and coffee ice cream.

Noodle & Pie

741 State St., (504) 252-9431 www.noodleandpie.com

Vegetarian ramen includes miso broth, Napa cabbage, chili sesame oil, green onions, enoki mushrooms and a soft egg.

Rebellion Bar & Urban Kitchen 748 Camp St., (504) 298-7317

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Oyster mushroom salad is made with miso butter, oyster sauce and fresh thyme.

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Thin sliced beef rolled with shrimp, snow crab, green onion and asparagu s inside.

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AMERICAN

Colonial Bowling Lanes — 6601 Jefferson Hwy. Harahan, (504) 737-2400; www.colonialbowling. net — The kitchen serves breakfast in the morning and a lunch and dinner menu of sandwiches, burgers, chicken wings and tenders, pizza, quesdaillas and more. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Treasure Island Buffet — 5050 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 443-8000; www.treasurechestcasino.com — The all-you-can-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. $$ 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. $

BAR & GRILL

Ale — 8124 Oak St.; (504) 3246558; www.aleonoak.com — The Mexican Coke-braised brisket sandwich comes with coleslaw and roasted garlic aioli. Reservations accepted for large parties. Late-lunch Fri., dinner daily, latenight 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. $$ Bayou Beer Garden — 326 N. Jefferson Davis Pwky., (504) 3029357 — The 10-ounce Bayou burger is served on a sesame bun, and disco fries are topped with cheese and debris gravy. No reservations. Lunch and dinner, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Lucy’s Retired Surfers’ Bar & Restaurant — 701 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 523-8995; www.lucysretiredsurders.com — 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. $$ Pelican Cafe — 3901 Airline Drive, Metairie, (504) 510-4367; www.pelicancafenola.com — The Pelican’s Roost salad features boiled shrimp in crab boil mayonnaise on romaine lettuce with warm smoked sausage “croutons.” No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ 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. $ Revival Bar & Grill — 4612 Quincy St., Metairie, (504) 373-6728; www.facebook.com/revivalbarandgrill — The bar serves burgers, po-boys, salads and noshing items including boudin balls, egg rolls, chicken wings, mozzarella sticks and fries with various toppings. No reservations. Lunch and dinner 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. $

BURGERS

com — The coffee shop serves pastries, sandwiches, soups, salads and gelato. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Cafe Freret — 7329 Freret St., (504) 861-7890; www.cafefreret.com — Casual dining options include burgers, sandwiches and half and whole muffulettas and daily lunch specials. Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri.-Wed., dinner Mon.-Wed. and Fri.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. 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 small menu features salads, panini and cheese and charcuterie 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. $

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 — 2540 Banks St., (504) 909-0458; www.disanddem.com — A house burger features a glazed patty, lettuce, tomato, onion and mayonnaise on a sweet sourdough onion bun. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat. 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. $

CAJUN

CAFE

COFFEE/DESSERT

Antoine’s Annex — 513 Royal St., (504) 525-8045; www.antoines.

Daisy Dukes — 121 Chartres St., (504) 561-5171; 123 Carondelet St., (504) 522-2233; 5209 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (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. $

CHINESE

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. $$

Angelo Brocato’s — 214 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1465; www.ang-

Bayona — 430 Dauphine St., (504) 525-4455; www.bayona.com — House favorites include sauteed Pacific salmon with choucroute and Gewurztraminer sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ The Delachaise — 3442 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-0858; www.thedelachaise. com — The bar offers wines by the glass and full restaurant menu including mussels steamed with Thai chili and lime leaf. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$ 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. $$ The Tasting Room — 1906 Magazine St., (504) 581-3880; www.ttrneworleans. com — Sample wines or dine on a menu featuring truffle fries, a petit filet with Gorgonzola cream sauce and asparagus and more. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit Cards. $$

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. $$$ Bar Redux — 801 Poland Ave., (504) 592-7083; www.barredux.com — The Cuban sandwich features housemade roasted garlic pork loin, Chisesi ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard and garlic mayonnaise on pressed French bread. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$ 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. $$ Brennan’s — 417 Royal St., (504) 525-9711; www.brennansneworleans. com — Eggs Sardou is poached eggs over crispy artichokes with Parmesan creamed spinach and choron sauce. Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ 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. $$ Ma Momma’s House — 5741 Crowder Blvd., (504) 244-0021; www.mamommashouse.com — Chicken and waffles includes a Belgian waffle and three or six fried chicken wings. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Thu.-Mon., dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ MeMe’s Bar & Grille — 712 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 644-

4992; 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) 523-1661; 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

The Grocery — 2854 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-9524; www.thegroceryneworleans.com — The vegetable melt includes three cheeses, marinated tomatoes, mushrooms, avocado, mayonnaise and Creole mustard. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Kosher Cajun New York Deli & Grocery — 3519 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-2010; 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. $ Mardi Gras Zone — 2706 Royal St., (504) 947-8787; www.mardigraszone. com — The 24-hour grocery store has a deli and wood-burning pizza oven. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and latenight daily. 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 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) 4566362 — 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. $

GOURMET TO GO

Breaux Mart — 315 E. Judge Perez, Chalmette, (504) 262-0750; 605 Lapalco Blvd., Gretna, 433-0333; 2904 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 885-5565; 9647 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, (504) 737-8146; 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. $$ Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine — 923-C Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-6859 — The traditional menu features lamb, chicken and seafood served in a variety of ways, including curries and tandoori. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ 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. $$$ Mosca’s — 4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, (504) 436-8950; www.moscasrestaurant. com — Popular dishes include shrimp Mosca, chicken a la grande and baked oysters Mosca. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$$ 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., dinner Thu.-Sun. 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 — Creamy corn and crab bisque is served in a toasted bread bowl. Reservations accepted. Chastant Street: lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. St. Charles Avenue: lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

JAPANESE

Kyoto — 4920 Prytania St., (504) 891-3644 — “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. $$ Rock-N-Sake — 823 Fulton St., (504) 581-7253; www.rocknsake.com — Rockn-Sake serves traditional Japanese cuisine with some creative twists. No reservations. Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$

LATIN AMERICAN

La Macarena Pupuseria and Latin Cafe — 8120 Hampson St., (504) 862-5252;

OUT to EAT www.pupusasneworleans.com — Carne asada is marinated and grilled beef tenderloin served with saffron rice and tropical salad. Vegetarian and gluten-free dishes are available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Mon. Cash only. $$

Trenasse (444 St. Charles Ave., 504-680-7000; www. trenasse.com) serves elevated rustic fare. P H OTO BY C HERY L G ERBER

LOUISIANA CONTEMPORARY

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. $

SANDWICHES & PO-BOYS 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

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. $$ Pyramids Cafe — 3151 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602 — Diners will find Mediterranean cuisine featuring such favorites as sharwarma prepared on a rotisserie. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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. $$ Casa Garcia — 8814 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 4640354 — Chiles rellenos include one pepper stuffed with cheese and one filled with beef, and the menu also features fajitas, burritos, tacos, chimichangas, quesadillas, nachos, tortas and more. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ 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. $$ Del Fuego Taqueria — 4518 Magazine St., (504) 309-5797; www.

delfuegotaqueria.com — Tostadas con pescada ahumada features achiote-smoked Gulf fish over corn tostadas with refried black beans, cabbage and cilantro-lime mayonesa. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-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. Credit cards. $

MUSIC & 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., 310-4999; 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. $$ Live Oak Cafe — 8140 Oak St., (504) 265-0050; www.liveoakcafenola. com — The cafe serves huevos rancheros with corn tortillas, black beans, fried eggs, ranchero sauce, salsa and Cotija cheese. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily. Credit cards. $$ 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 pie, crawfish etouffee or shrimp Creole. 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 Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Cafe B — 2700 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 934-4700; www.cafeb.com — This cafe serves an elevated take on the dishes commonly found in neighborhood restaurants. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ 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. $$ G’s Pizza — 4840 Bienville St., (504) 483-6464; www.gspizza.com — Pies feature hand-tossed, house-made dough and locally sourced produce. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.Sat. Credit cards. $$ 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

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 — 811 Conti St., (504) 252-6745; www.killerpoboys.com — At the back of Erin Rose, Killer Poboys offers a short and constantly changing menu of po-boys. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Sun. Cash only. $ 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. $$ Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar — 7900 Lakeshore Drive., (504) 284-2898; www.thebluecrabnola.com — The seafood restaurant serves shrimp and grits, stuffed whole flounder, fried seafood and seasonal boiled seafood. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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. $

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. $$ Seed — 1330 Prytania St., (504) 3022599; www.seedyourhealth.com — Seed uses local, organic ingredients in its eclectic global menu. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

VIETNAMESE

Lotus Vietnamese Cuisine — 5359 Mounes St., Suite H, Elmwood, (504) 301-0775 — The menu features spring rolls, fried Vietnamese egg rolls, vermicelli bowls, rice dishes, pho and seafood and chicken stock soups with egg noodles. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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Chappy’s — 6106 Magazine St., (504) 208-8772; www.chappys. com — The pork chop Napoleon features two blackened chops layered with oyster stuffing and topped with fried oysters and bearnaise made with tarragon from the restaurant’s garden. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, brunch 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) 593-8118; 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. $$$ Ralph’s On The Park — 900 City Park Ave., (504) 488-1000; www. ralphsonthepark.com — Popular dishes include turtle soup finished with sherry, grilled lamb spare ribs and barbecue Gulf shrimp. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Redemption — 3835 Iberville St., (504) 309-3570; www.redemption-nola.com — Duck cassoulet includes roasted duck breast, duck confit and Terranova Italian sausage topped with foie gras. Reservations recommended. Dinner Thu.-Sat., 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. $$$ Tomas Bistro — 755 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 527-0942 — Tomas serves dishes such as bouillabaisse New Orleans, filled with saffron shrimp, mussels, oysters, Gulf fish, crawfish and pesto aioli croutons. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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. $$$ Charles Seafood — 8311 Jefferson Hwy., (504) 405-5263 — Trout is stuffed with crabmeat, topped with crawfish Acadiana sauce and served with vegetables, salad and bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ 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. $$$

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Maple Leaf Bar — Sexual Thunder, 10

Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 5:30

Mo’s Chalet — Da Krewe Band, 7

d.b.a. — St. Cecelia’s Asylum Chorus, 10

Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7

TUESDAY 4

Horns, 6; Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers, 10

1135 Decatur — Symbol Six, 8

The Willow — The Variants, Too Soon, The Devil Music Co., Harbor, 10

Bacchanal — Mark Weliky Trio, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Justin Donovan, 2; Vivaz, 4:30; Dana & the Boneshakers, 8 Banks Street Bar — Mike Doussan Band, 10 Blue Nile Balcony Room — Open Ears Music Series feat. Jeff Albert, Jonathan Freilich, Jesse Morrow & Doug Garrison, 10 Cafe Negril — Four Sidemen of the Apocalypse, 6 Casa Borrega — Hector Gallardo’s Cuban Jazz Trio, 7 Chickie Wah Wah — Albanie Falletta, 6; Papa Mali & Cary Hudson, 8 Circle Bar — Laura Dyer Jazz Trio, 6

WEDNESDAY 5 Bamboula’s — Bamboula’s Hot Trio feat. Giselle Anguizola, 2; Bamboula’s Hot Trio, 6:30; Troy Turner Band, 10

Recovery Room Bar & Grill — Oscar & the Blues Cats, 8:30

Banks Street Bar — Major Bacon, 10

Saucy’s — Mark Appleford, 6

BMC — Mark Appleford, 5 Bombay Club — Kris Tokarski, 8 Bourbon O Bar — Eudora Evans, 8 Bourbon Orleans Hotel — Geo Bass, 8 Cafe Istanbul — Deno Da Don, 10

d.b.a. — Treme Brass Band, 9

Casa Borrega — Sasha Masakowski & Jenna McSwain, 6:30

Hi-Ho Lounge — Da Truth Brass Band, 10 Irish House — Bluegrass jam session, 7

Jazz National Historical Park — Richard Scott, noon The Maison — New Orleans Swinging Gypsies, 4; Gregory Agid Quartet, 6:30; Loose Marbles, 9:30 Maple Leaf Bar — Rebirth Brass Band, 10:30 Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7 Old Point Bar — Isla NOLA, 8 Old U.S. Mint — Down on Their Luck Orchestra, 2 Preservation Hall — Preservation Hall-Stars feat. Kevin Louis, 8, 9 & 10 Prime Example Jazz Club — Sidemen+1, 8 Ralph’s on the Park — Joe Krown, 5

Checkpoint Charlie — T-Bone Stone & the Happy Monsters, 7; Iris P, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — John Rankin, 5:30; Meschiya Lake & Leo Forte, 8 Circle Bar — Phil the Tremolo King, 6; Hexes, 10 Columns Hotel — Andy Rogers, 8 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 5:30 d.b.a. — Tin Men, 7; Walter “Wolfman” Washington & the Roadmasters, 10 DMac’s — Twelve Mile Limit, 8 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Leah Rucker, 9 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Reggae Night with DJ T-Roy, Bayou International Sound, 10 Fountain Lounge at the Roosevelt Hotel — Antoine Diel Duo, 5 House of Blues — Good Old War, Elliot Root, Pete Hill, 7; Jet Lounge, 11 House of Blues (Big Mama’s Lounge) — Jake Landry, 6

Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Tony Seville, 8

Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Tom Fitzpatrick, 9 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Bayou Saints, 7; Joystick, The Snails, 10 Fountain Lounge at the Roosevelt Hotel — Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious, 5:30

Bamboula’s — Jack Pritchei Trio, 2; Messy Cookers, 6:30; Mem Shannon Band, 10 Banks Street Bar — Kenny Triche, 9 Bar Redux — 5 Card Stud, 8 Blue Nile — Micah McKee & Little Maker, 7; Bayou International Reggae Night with DJ T-Roy, 11 Bolden Bar, New Orleans Jazz Market — Shea Pierre (Duke Ellington tribute), 6 Bombay Club — Kris Tokarski Duo, 8

Batch — Yisrael, 5 Blue Nile Balcony Room — John Michael Bradford, 10

Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, Royal Sonesta New Orleans — The James Rivers Movement, 8 Little Gem Saloon — Marlon Jordan, 7 The Maison — Jon Roniger, 4; Sweet Substitute Jazz Band, 7; Dysfunktional Bone, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — The Trio feat. Johnny Vidacovich, 10:30 Oak — Miles Cabecerious, 8 Ogden Museum of Southern Art — Ogden After Hours feat. Jon Dee Graham, 6 Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7

Ralph’s on the Park — Joe Krown, 5

Cafe Negril — Soul Project, 9:30

Rock ’n’ Bowl — Horace Trahan, 8:30

City Park Botanical Garden — Thursdays at Twilight feat. Leah Chase, 6

Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Lucas Davenport, 7 Snug Harbor — Stanton Moore Trio, 8 & 10

The Jefferson Orleans North — Jay Zainey Orchestra, 6:30

Columns Hotel — Naydja CoJoe, 8

Spotted Cat — Andy Forest, 4; Meschiya Lake & the Little Big

The Maison — The Organettes, 4; Jazz Vipers, 6:30

Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6

Columbia Street Taproom Grill — Rick Samson, 8

Buffa’s Lounge — Marc Stone, 5; Lynn Drury, 8; Bruce Menesses, 11

Siberia — Ghetto Ghouls, Liquor & Lies, Bad Naked, DJ Bong Scott, 9 Snug Harbor — Cindy Scott & Brian Seeger, 8 & 10 Spice Bar & Grill — Stooges Brass Band, 9 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy & the Oopsie Daisies, 4; Miss Sophie Lee, 6; Jumbo Shrimp, 10 Three Muses — St. Louis Slim, 7 Vaso — Bobby Love & Friends, 5 Vaughan’s — Corey Henry & the Treme Funktet, 9:30

Irish House — Marshall Baker, 7 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, Royal Sonesta New Orleans — Joe Krown, 5; Leon “Kid Chocolate” Brown, 8 Le Bon Temps Roule — Jeff “Snake” Greenberg, 7 Little Gem Saloon — Nayo Jones, 8 The Maison — Ramblin’ Letters, 4; Shotgun Jazz Band, 7; Debauche, Street Legends Brass Band, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — Sonic Boom feat. Eric “Benny” Bloom & Russell Batiste, 11 Oak — Bon Bon Vivant, 9 Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7 Old Point Bar — Rick Trolsen, 5 One Eyed Jacks — The Pheasants of New Orleans, 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, De Lune Deluge, Danny, 9 Pearl Wine Co. — Sarah Gromko, 8:30

Cafe Negril — Dana Abbott Band, 6; Higher Heights Reggae Band, 10

Preservation Hall — Southern Syncopators feat. Steve Pistorius, 6; PresHall Brass feat. Daniel Farrow, 8, 9 & 10

Carousel Bar & Lounge — Robin Barnes Jazz Quartet, 5

Revival Bar & Grill — Floodline, 10

Casa Borrega — Los Caballeros del Son, 7:30

Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Brian Miller Duet, 6; Iris P & the Greatest Band, 9

Checkpoint Charlie — East and Stone, 4; Shaun Peace Band, 7; Kaboom, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Michael Pearce, 6; Lynn Drury & Chris Atkins, 8

Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6

Rivershack Tavern — Christian & George, 8

Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, Royal Sonesta New Orleans — Dana Abbott, 5; Irvin Mayfield & the NOJO Jam, 8

Bourbon O Bar — Eudora Evans, 8

Preservation Hall — Preservation Hall All Stars feat. Louis Ford, 8, 9 & 10

Buffa’s Lounge — Heidijo, Juju Child, 8

Circle Bar — Denton Hatcher, 6; Bantam Foxes, Paper Bison, 10

Bombay Club — Tim Laughlin, 8

Circle Bar — Natalie Mae, 6

Bourbon O Bar — Eudora Evans, 8

Chickie Wah Wah — Phil DeGruy, 6; Wooden Wings, 8

Bolden Bar, New Orleans Jazz Market — Friday Night Fights feat. Trumpet Mafia, 9

Old U.S. Mint — Jazz Masters Series feat. Meghan Swartz, 2

Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — James Martin Quartet, 7

Checkpoint Charlie — Pugsley Buzzard, 7; Soul Junction, 11

Banks Street Bar — Phil the Tremolo King, 10

House of Blues — Raekwon & Ghostface Killah, Dillon Cooper, 8

Irish House — Mark Appleford, 6

Bacchanal — The Courtyard Kings, 7:30

Bamboula’s — Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers, 2; Troy Turner Band, 6:30; Mem Shannon Band, 10

Gasa Gasa — Cayucas, Hibou, 9

Spotted Cat — Chris Christy, 4; Shotgun Jazz Band, 6; Antoine Diel & the New Orleans Misfit Power, 10

Aloft New Orleans Downtown — Model Human, 5:30

Andrea’s Restaurant, Capri Blu Piano Bar — Philip Melancon, 8

Bar Redux — Von Zipper & the Pope, 6

House of Blues (Big Mama’s Lounge) — Jason Boland & the Stragglers, Bri Bagwell, 8

THURSDAY 6

AllWays Lounge — Bjorn Jacobsen, 10

Freret Street Publiq House — Brass-A-Holics, 9:30

Snug Harbor — Uptown Jazz Orchestra feat. Delfeayo Marsalis, 8 & 10

Three Muses — Leslie Martin, 5; Hot Club of New Orleans, 7

FRIDAY 7

Howlin’ Wolf Den — Wine & the Wingmen, 10

Columns Hotel — Ted Long, 6

Crystal Palace — Real Love, 8 Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 9 d.b.a. — Hot Club of New Orleans, 6; Soul Rebels, 10 Dish on Hayne — Sharon Martin, 6:30 DMac’s — Vincent Marini, 7; Blue Biscuit, 9 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Panorama Jazz Band, 10 Fountain Lounge at the Roosevelt Hotel — Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious, 5; Antoine Diel Trio, 8:30 Gasa Gasa — Off Da Muscle feat. HitemHard Poppa, D.O., Affiliated Muzik, 10 Golden Lantern — Nighthawk, 7 Hi-Ho Lounge — The No Shows, 9 House of Blues — Big Al & the Heavyweights, 5; Michael Liuzza, 9

Rivershack Tavern — Refugeze, 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Groovy 7, 9:30 The Roosevelt Hotel Bar — Moon Germs, 7 Saturn Bar — Hovvdy, The Cavemen, Fishplate, Guts Club, Girlfriend Island, 10 Siberia — Flatliner, Xander Harris, Trance Farmers, allthecolorsofthedark, 9 Snug Harbor — Delfeayo Marsalis Sextet, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Andy Forest, 4; Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, 6:30; Cottonmouth Kings, 10 St. Roch Tavern — James Jordan & the Beautiful Band, 9:30 Three Muses — Royal Roses, 5; Meschiya Lake, 9 Tipitina’s — Foundation Free Fridays feat. IKO Allstars feat. Papa Mali, Billy Iuso and others, 10 Tulane Ave. Bar — Vanessa Carr, 8 Ugly Dog Saloon — South Jones, 7 Union Station Pub & Grill — The Little Things, 6 Vaso — Bobby Love & Friends, 3 Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market — Ross Grisham Band, 7 PAGE 39

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Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, Royal Sonesta New Orleans — Khari Allen Lee & NCC, 8

Prime Example Jazz Club — Jesse McBride & Next Generation, 8 & 10 Ralph’s on the Park — Joe Krown, 5

Carousel Bar & Lounge — Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious, 8:30

Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious, 9

Preservation Hall — Preservation Hall All Stars feat. Kevin Louis, 8, 9 & 10

Bacchanal — Jesse Morrow Trio, 7:30

Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 DMac’s — Lauren Sturm, 8

Ooh Poo Pah Doo Bar — Jason Neville Band, 8

DMac’s — Fools On Stools feat. Jason Bishop, 8

Yuki Izakaya — Norbert Slama, 8; Black Pearl, 11

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SATURDAY 8 Andrea’s Restaurant, Capri Blu Piano Bar — Philip Melancon, 8 Bamboula’s — Jungle Money, 2; Swinging Gypsies, 5:30; Johnny Mastro, 10 Banks Street Bar — 17 Sister, 35 PSI, Stereo Fire Empire, 10 Bar Redux — Good Children, 8:30 Batch — Yisrael, 6 Blue Nile Balcony Room — Mike Dillon Band, 10 Bolden Bar, New Orleans Jazz Market — Joe Ashlar, 1; Calvin Johnson & Native Son, 8:30 Bombay Club — Dave Boswell, 8 Bourbon O Bar — Johnny Angel & the Swingin’ Demons, 8 Bourbon Orleans Hotel — Geo Bass, 9 Buffa’s Lounge — Melanie Gardner Trio, 5; A2D2 feat. Antoine Diel & Arsene DeLay, 8; Catie Rodgers, 11 Cafe Istanbul — We Are the City feat. DJ Mo’Sama, 9 Cafe Negril — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 4; Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers, 7; Marc Stone Band, 10 Checkpoint Charlie — Olivia de Haviland Mosquitoes, 4; Kenny Triche Band, 7; Louisiana Hellbenders, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Alexis & the Samurai, Ship of Fools, The Kid Carsons, Gabrielle Evelina, 9

Columns Hotel — Riccardo Crespo, 4 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 9 d.b.a. — John Boutte, 8; Deacon John, 11 DMac’s — Vincent Marini, 7; The Unnaturals, 9 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Sunpie & the Louisiana Sunspots, 10 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — New Orleans Swinging Gypsies, 7; DJ Matty, 10 Fountain Lounge at the Roosevelt Hotel — Amanda Ducorbier Trio, 9 Gasa Gasa — Circuit Des Yeux, High in One Eye, Ex Specter, 10 Golden Lantern — Esplanade Ave. Band, 7:30 Hi-Ho Lounge — Highly Illegal, 7; Hustle with DJ Soul Sister, 11 House of Blues — Ron Williams, 5; Basement, 6; With or Without U2 (U2 tribute), 9

Howlin’ Wolf Den — Kendal Banks album release, 9:30 Irish House — Patrick Cooper, 7 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, Royal Sonesta New Orleans — OTRA, 8 Jazz National Historical Park — Music for All Ages Workshop feat. New Orleans Young Traditional Brass Band, noon LA46 — Taro Patch Fiddles, 7 Little Gem Saloon — Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 7 & 9 The Maison — Chance Bushman & Friends, 1; Leah Rucker, 4; Kristina Morales, 7; The Essentials, Ashton Hines & the Big Easy Brawlers, 10

SUNDAY 9 Bamboula’s — Emily Estrella, 1; Albanie Falletta, 5:30; Ed Wills Blues 4 Sale, 9 Banks Street Bar — Ron Hotstream & the Mid-City Drifters, 7 Bar Redux — Jalin Malin, 8 Bombay Club — Tom Hook, 8 Buffa’s Lounge — Jazz Youth Showcase feat. Sabrina Portwood, 4; Messy Cookers, 7 Cafe Negril — Dana Abbott & Trumpet Mike Korbin, 4; Ecirb Muller’s Twisted Dixie, 6; New Orleans Upstarts, 9:30 Circle Bar — Micah McKee & Little Maker, Blind Texas Marlin, 6 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6

Maple Leaf Bar — Dave Jordan & NIA, 11

d.b.a. — Palmetto Bug Stompers, 6

Oak — Scott Albert Johnson, 9

DMac’s — HollyRock, 6; Hallelujah Hat Rack (Grateful Dead tribute), 8

Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7 One Eyed Jacks — Poguetry feat. Spider Stacy, Lost Bayou Ramblers & Meschiya Lake, Brass Bed, 9 Pearl Wine Co. — Scott Sanders Quartet feat. Olivier Bou, 8 Preservation Hall — Joint Chiefs of Jazz feat. Frank Oxley, 6; Preservation Hall All Stars feat. Freddie Lonzo, 8, 9 & 10 Revival Bar & Grill — The Remixers, 10 Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Lucas Davenport, 6; Lynn Drury, 9 Ritz-Carlton — Catherine Anderson, 1 Rivershack Tavern — Rockin’ Jake, 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Category 6, 9:30 The Roosevelt Hotel Bar — Moon Germs, 7 Siberia — Debauche, Felix, The Colossal Heads, 9 Snug Harbor — Chris Thomas King, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Shotgun Jazz Band, 3; Panorama Jazz Band, 6; Jazz Vipers, 10 Three Muses — KB’s Kettle Black, 5; Shotgun Jazz Band, 9 Tipitina’s — Revenge of the Summer Jam feat. Koan, Strategy, DJ Skratchmo, Alfred Banks, AbPsych, Ninth Dimension, Chico 9, 10 Windsor Court Hotel (Cocktail Bar) — Anais St. John, 6 Yuki Izakaya — Norbert Slama, 8

Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Peter Nu, 9 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Russell Welch, 7; Church with Unicorn Fukr, 10 Hi-Ho Lounge — T-Ray, DJ RQ Away, 10 House of Blues — Lissie, Tyler Lyle, 8 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Hot 8 Brass Band, 10 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, Royal Sonesta New Orleans — Germaine Bazzle & Peter Harris Trio, 8 The Jefferson Orleans North — The Pat Barberot Orchestra, 6:30 Kerry Irish Pub — Patrick Cooper, 8 The Maison — La Isla NOLA, 4; Leah Rucker, 7; Soul Project, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — Joe Krown Trio feat. Walter “Wolfman” Washington & Russell Batiste, 10 Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7 Preservation Hall — Preservation Hall All Stars feat. Wendell Brunious, 8, 9 & 10 Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Tony Seville, 8 Ritz-Carlton — Catherine Anderson, 2 Siberia — Gravehill, Ghoulgotha, Grave Ritual, 9 Snug Harbor — Rob Wagner Trio, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Yvette Voelker & the Swinging Heathens, 3; Kristina Morales & the Bayou Shufflers, 6; Pat Casey & the New Sound, 10 PAGE 40

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Circle Bar — Jeff Pagano, 6; Kevin Sekhani, 10

Howlin’ Wolf — Shuggie Otis, Tyler Kinchen & the Right Place, 10

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PREVIEW

Ghostface Killah with Raekwon

Wu-Tang completists have a new Holy Grail: The years-in-the-making, Cher-guest-starring, single-copy only double LP The Wu — Once Upon a Time in Shaolin, exclusively hyped by Forbes as having “the potential to spawn a shift in the way music is consumed and monetized,” by mastermind RZA as “like somebody having the scepter of an Egyptian King,” and by Method Man as “f—k that album, straight up.” (Meth’s tirade, delivered to XXL in March, came after news leaked that the up-for-auction singular platter carried an 88-year moratorium on commercial release, prompting headlines like Billboard’s “You Might Be Dead Before Wu-Tang Clan’s Once Upon a Time in Shaolin Comes Out.”) Ghostface Killah, who over the past 20 years has emerged Ghostface Killah AUG as the most nuanced Wu soloist, took a more with Raekwon neutral stance in April: “I guess we’ll be here for9 p.m. Thursday ever,” Ghost told CBC Music. “Wu-Tang really will be forever if it’s like that.” The rest of the Clan seems House of Blues, hell-bent on filling the void, catching sequel fever 225 Decatur St. at every opportunity: Ghostface is seeing Raek(504) 310-4999 won’s Only Built 4 Cuban Linx … Pt. II and raising him July’s Twelve Reasons to Die II (Linear Labs) www.hob.com and Supreme Clientele Presents… Blue & Cream: The Wally Era, due at the end of summer. In the interim, Ghost also has Sour Soul (Lex), the February collaboration with post-bop/hip-hop instrumentalists BadBadNotGood, which plays like a James Bond-escaping-Staten Island speakeasy. However non-commercially minded, that one you can buy today. Dillon Cooper and John Doe open. Tickets $40 (includes fees). — NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS

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Three Muses — Raphael Bas, 5; Linnzi Zaorski, 8

Hi-Ho Lounge — Bluegrass Pickin’ Party, 8; Yes Ma’am, 10

Tipitina’s — Bruce Daigrepont, 5:30

The Maison — Chicken and Waffles, 5; Aurora Nealand & the Royal Roses, 7; Rue Fiya, 10

MONDAY 10

Maple Leaf Bar — George Porter Jr. Trio, 10

Apple Barrel — Sam Cammarata, 6:30 Bacchanal — Helen Gillet, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Mark Rubin & Chip Wilson, 2; Justin Donovan, 4:30; NOLA Swinging Gypsies, 8 Banks Street Bar — Lauren Sturm’s Piano Night, 7; South Jones, 9 Buffa’s Lounge — Daniel Schroeder Trio, 8 Cafe Istanbul — Ubuntu, 9 Cafe Negril — Noggin, 6; Mahogany Brass Band, 9:30 Chickie Wah Wah — Benny Maygarden III, 6; Phil DeGruy & Emily Robertson, 8 DMac’s — Danny Alexander, 8 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — John Fohl, 9 Gasa Gasa — Ghost-Note (Snarky Puppy side project) feat. Robert “Sput” Searight & Nate Werth, 9

Old Point Bar — Romy Kaye Jazz Trio, 7 Preservation Hall — Preservation Hall Jazz Masters feat. Leroy Jones, 8, 9 & 10 Siberia — Coliseum, House of Lightning, Dead, Ossacrux, 8 Sidney’s Saloon — King James & the Special Men, 10 Snug Harbor — Charmaine Neville Band, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy & the Oopsie Daisies, 4; Dominick Grillo & the Frenchmen Street All-Stars, 6; Jazz Vipers, 10

CLASSICAL/ CONCERTS Opera recital. Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade Ave., (504) 5686993; www.louisianastatemuseum.org/museums/the-oldus-mint — Vocalist Simone Brown performs with piano accompaniment by Wilfred Delphin. 2 p.m. Wednesday.

Organ & Labyrinth. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., (504) 522-0276; www.trinitynola.com — Albinas Prizgintas performs on the church’s 5,000-pipe tracker organ. 6 p.m. Tuesday.

CALL FOR MUSIC Crescent City Sound Chorus. The women’s chorus holds auditions at 7 p.m. Mondays at Delgado Community College. Call (601) 550-0983 or visit www.crescentcitysound.com. Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra. The student orchestra accepts applications for auditions on Aug. 8. Audition fee $20. Visit www. gnoyo.org/audition-application to register. New Orleans Volunteer Orchestra. The orchestra seeks musicians at intermediate level or higher. Visit www. novorchestra.com for details. Symphony Chorus of New Orleans. The chorus holds auditions for singers on Aug. 18 and Aug. 25. Auditions are by appointment only. Visit www. symphonychorus.org, call (504) 525-2111 or email auditions@ symphonychorus.org to schedule an appointment.

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OPENING THIS WEEKEND

O’Conner (Paul Walker) face the angry brother of a previously defeated enemy. Elmwood

Dragon Ball Z: Resurrection F (NR) — Goku, Vegeta and the rest of the gang face their longtime enemy Frieza. Elmwood, West Bank, Slidell, Regal

Galapagos 3D: Nature’s Wonderland (NR) — The remote Pacific islands are renowned for a uniquely diverse ecosystem that inspired Charles Darwin. Entergy IMAX

The Look of Silence (PG-13) — In Joshua Oppenheimer’s second documentary on the 1965 Indonesian killings, an optometrist confronts the men who murdered his brother. Zeitgeist Ricki and the Flash (PG-13) — Rock ’n’ roller Ricki Rendazzo (Meryl Streep) returns home to Indiana, hoping to reconnect with her ex-husband (Kevin Kline) and their two grown children (Mamie Gummer and Sebastian Stan). Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell The Runner (R) — Nicolas Cage stars as a New Orleans politician whose reputation is tainted by corruption in the wake of the BP oil spill. Elmwood

NOW SHOWING Amy (R) — Director Asif Kapadia chronicles singer Amy Winehouse’s meteoric rise and untimely death through archive footage and recordings. Prytania Ant-Man (PG-13) — Dr. Hank Pym (Michael Douglas) recruits Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) to help defeat a nefarious enemy with the powers of Ant-Man: shrinking in size while gaining superhuman strength. Clearview, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Enchanted Kingdom 3D (NR) — Narrated by actor Idris Elba the documentary showcases scenes of nature, wildlife and seasons across the planet. Elmwood Furious 7 (PG-13) — In the seventh installment of The Fast and the Furious series, Dominic Toretto (Vin Diesel) and Brian

Great White Shark 3D (NR) — The documentary explores shark encounters. Entergy IMAX Humpback Whales 3D (NR) — Scientists follow humpback whales as they migrate across the globe. Entergy IMAX Hurricane on the Bayou (NR) — The film tells the story of Hurricane Katrina and the impact that Louisiana’s disappearing wetlands has on hurricane protection. Entergy IMAX Inside Out (PG) — After her family moves to San Francisco, 11-year-old Riley Anderson (Kaitlyn Dias) copes with strong emotions, personified by actors including Amy Poehler and Mindy Kaling in this Pixar film. Clearview, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Jurassic World (PG-13) — Twenty-two years after Jurassic Park, the dinosaur theme park is up and running — what could possibly go wrong? Clearview, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Minions (PG) — Three minions (the yellow, goggle-eyed characters from Despicable Me) seek a new evil overlord and find her in super-villian Scarlet Overkill (Sandra Bullock). Clearview, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Mission: Impossible Rogue Nation (PG-13) — Ethan Hunt (Tom Cruise) and his team tackle a new threat, an international organization called the Syndicate, in the series’ fifth installment. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Mr. Holmes (PG) — Striving to restore his memory, an aging Sherlock Holmes (Ian McKellan) revisits the tragic final case of his career. Slidell, Canal Place Paper Towns (PG-13) — Teenager Margo (Cara Delevingne) leads her friend Quentin (Nat Wolff) on a nighttime odyssey through their town before PAGE 42

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Tangerine 7 p.m. Thu-Fri. UNO, Robert E. Nims Theatre, 2000 Lakeshore Drive (504) 280-7469 www.theatre.uno.edu www.shotguncinema.org

Filmmaker Sean Baker’s raucous and original Tangerine was well THRU received in its world premiere screening at this year’s Sundance Film Festival. After the screening, Baker made the film-savvy audience gasp by revealing that his soon-to-be breakout hit was shot entirely on a smartphone. It was the first commercial feature to earn that potentially dubious distinction. It didn’t take long for Tangerine to become known as “the iPhone movie,” a calling card that generates interest in the film but doesn’t do justice to Baker’s work. Shot in a rough and desolate patch of West Hollywood, California, and set on Christmas Eve, Tangerine tells the story of two transgender prostitutes, one of their customers and a pimp, and manages to be funny and life-affirming without sacrificing realism or sugarcoating its characters’ circumstances. It’s one thing to craft cinematic images with a smartphone and quite another to come up with one of the year’s most affecting films. The story is simple: Upon returning to the streets after 28 days in jail, Sin-Dee (Kitana Kiki Rodriguez) learns from her best friend Alexandra (Mya Taylor) that Sin-Dee’s drug-dealing pimp boyfriend Chester (James Ransone) has been unfaithful while she was detained. With Alexandra in tow, Sin-Dee begins a search for the two-timing Chester that takes the pair across the downtrodden but colorful neighborhood and sets up a series of comically thorny confrontations. Both Rodriguez and Taylor are first-time actors who are transgender women. Baker discovered them at an LGBT community center in Hollywood while doing research for the film, and their indelible performances have been hailed as a breakthrough for transgender actors. Roles like these have typically gone to non-transgender actors, who often win accolades for the special “reach” of their work. (Hilary Swank and Jared Leto both earned career-making Oscars in transgender roles.) Even better is the film’s matter-of-fact attitude toward Sin-Dee and Alexandra, who are never made to justify their appearance or gender identities. We get to know them just as we would any other characters in a movie, and that feels like a big step forward. The smartphone shoot gives Tangerine a look and feel all its own, and it all fits the story and setting like a glove. Baker used prototype wide-angle lens adapters and an app that adds film grain to digital images, and later pumped up his bright colors far beyond the usual — like Christmas on steroids. Combined with the film’s fast pace, the techniques generate a kinetic and surreal vibe that heightens Baker’s chaotic tale. The great benefit of using a smartphone was its limited effect on the real people of the neighborhood, who felt free to walk through the frame and go about their business when not faced with a large, intimidating camera. That’s a level of realism only dreamed about by documentary filmmakers. Technical and social innovations aside, Tangerine addresses a real-world side of Los Angeles rarely depicted by Hollywood. It also manages a free-spirited and enlightened take on the Christmas movie. It’s tempting to imagine future generations returning to the film to cheer on Sin-Dee and Alexandra as part of a new, nontraditional holiday ritual. Tangerine may have just enough heart to pull that off. — KEN KORMAN

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Shaun the Sheep Movie (PG) — Mischevious sheep Shaun plots a day off from farm life, but quickly gets in over his head in this stop-motion animated film. Kenner, Slidell

The Gift (R) — Young couple Simon (Jason Bateman) and Robyn (Rebecca Hall) find their lives thrown off balance after a chance encounter with Simon’s high school friend. West Bank

Fantastic Four (PG-13) — Four young friends transport to an alternate universe, where their newfound powers as Mr. Fantastic, the Thing, the Human Torch and the Invisible Woman enable them to fight to save Earth. Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place

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disappearing, leaving a trail of cryptic clues for Quentin. Clearview, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2 (PG) — Hardworking mall cop Paul Blart (Kevin James) foils a criminal scheme at a Las Vegas security guard convention in the sequel to the 2009 action comedy. Elmwood, West Bank Pixels (PG-13) — President Will Cooper (Kevin James) recruits his childhood pal, former video-game champ Sam Brenner (Adam Sandler) to lead a team of old-school arcade players (Peter Dinklage, Josh Gad) and a military specialist (Michelle Monaghan) to save the planet. Clearview, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Southpaw (R) — Tragedy strikes the seemly perfect life of boxing champion Billy “The Great” Hope (Jake Gyllenhaal), forcing him to start over with the help of former fighter Titus “Tick” Wills (Forest Whitaker). Clearview, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Prytania, Regal, Canal Place

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Ted 2 (R) — Sentient teddy bear Ted (Seth MacFarlane) seeks to prove his personhood in court to raise a child with his human wife, Tami-Lynn (Jessica Barth). Clearview

Terminator Genisys (PG-13) — He’s back. Again. Clearview, Kenner, Regal Trainwreck (R) — Comedian Amy Schumer stars as a commitment-phobic magazine writer wondering whether a charming interview subject (Bill Hader) might be worth her time. Clearview, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Vacation (R) — Recalling fond memories of his own childhood family vacation, Rusty Griswold (Ed Helms) surprises his wife Debbie (Christina Applegate) and their kids with a road trip. Clearview, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place The Vatican Tapes (PG-13) — A cleric (Michael Pena) battles a satanic force for a woman’s (Olivia Taylor Dudley) soul in this thriller. West Bank

SPECIAL SCREENINGS 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea (G) — Ned Land (Kirk Douglas), Pierre Aronnax (Paul Lukas) and Conseil (Peter Lorre) set sail in search of a sea monster in the 1954

Disney adventure. 10 a.m. Friday-Sunday. Prytania Biguine (NR) — A pair of musicians settle in St. Pierre in the Caribbean, where Western music is all the rage and their plantation “folklore” falls on deaf ears. In French with English subtitles. 7 p.m. Friday. Alliance Francaise Bikes vs. Cars (NR) — The documentary profiles bicycle advocates in cities around the world. Indywood presents the outdoor “bike-in” screening, weather permitting. 8 p.m. Friday. 3045 St. Claude Ave. Castles in the Sky (NR) — Eddie Izzard stars as Robert Watson-Watt, developer of radar technology, in a BBC drama set during the run-up to World War II. Free screening; donations accepted. 5:30 p.m. Saturday. Zeitgeist DCI 2015: Big, Loud & Live 12 (NR) — Marching bands compete in the DCI World Champhionship Quarterfinals at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. 5:30 p.m. Thursday. Elmwood, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Heaven Knows What (R) — Young heroin addict Harley (Arielle Holmes) roams the streets of New York, encountering friends, hospitals and her unstable boyfriend Ilya (Caleb Landry Jones). 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Chalmette Selma: The Bridge to the Ballot (NR) — The 40-minute documentary follows students and teachers who organized civil rights demonstrations in Selma, Alabama in 1965. The Southern Poverty Law Center produced the film and hosts the screening. 7 p.m. Thursday. Christ Church Cathedral The Shining (R) — Snowed in at a hotel, a man (Jack Nicholson) descends into madness in front of his wife (Shelley Duvall) and son in Stanley Kubrick’s classic horror. 10 p.m. Sunday. Prytania The Stanford Prison Experiment (R) — Stanford professor Dr. Philip Zimbardo (Billy Crudup) casts students as the inmates and guards of a simulated prison in a dramatization of the infamous 1971 psychological experiment. 9:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Zeitgeist Tangerine (R) — A pair of transgender sex workers (Kitana Kiki Rodriguez and Mya Taylor) team up in Sean Baker’s film, which was shot entirely on an iPhone 5s. Shotgun Cinema presents the screening. 7 p.m. Thursday. UNO Nims Theatre

The Tribe (NR) — A teenager (Grigoriy Fesenko) arrives at a Ukrainian boarding school for the deaf, where he falls in with a group of students who engage in violence and prostitution. 7 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Zeitgeist Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory (G) — Charlie Bucket (Peter Ostrum) wins a ticket into Willy Wonka’s (Gene Wilder) wild and wonderful candy factory in the 1971 live action version of Roald Dahl’s book. 10 a.m. Wednesday. Prytania The Wizard of Oz (G) — A tornado whisks Dorothy (Judy Garland) and Toto to the magical land of Oz in the 1939 film. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday. Kenner, Slidell 3045 St. Claude Ave.: www. indywood.org Alliance Francaise: 1519 Jackson Ave., (504) 568-0770; www. af-neworleans.org AMC Clearview Palace 12: Clearview Mall, 4486 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 887-1257; www.amctheatres. com AMC Elmwood Palace 20: 1200 Elmwood Park Blvd, Harahan., (504) 733-2029; www.amctheatres.com AMC Westbank Palace 16: 1151 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 263-2298; www. amctheatres.com Chalmette Movies: 8700 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 304-9992; www.chalmettemovies.com Christ Church Cathedral: 2919 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-6602; www. cccnola.org Entergy IMAX Theatre: 1 Canal St., (504) 581-4629; www.auduboninstitute.org The Grand 14 Esplanade: 1401 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 229-4259; www.thegrandtheatre.com The Grand 16 Slidell: 1950 Gause Blvd. W., Slidell, (985) 641-1889; www.thegrandtheatre.com Prytania Theatre: 5339 Prytania St., (504) 8912787; www.theprytania.com Regal Covington Stadium 14: 69348 Louisiana State Hwy. 121, Covington, (985) 871-7787; www.regmovies.com The Theatres at Canal Place: The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., (504) 581-2540; www. thetheatres.com University of New Orleans, Robert E. Nims Theatre: Performing Arts Center, 2000 Lakeshore Drive, (504) 280-7469; www. shotguncinema.org Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center: 1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 827-5858. www. zeitgeistnola.org

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HAPPENINGS Dirty Linen Night. 200-1000 blocks of Royal Street — Art and antiques galleries along Royal Street open their doors for the annual stroll, which also features food trucks, drink tents and street performers. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday. St. Claude Second Saturdays. St. Claude Arts District — Galleries surrounding St. Claude Avenue host coordinated monthly receptions. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

OPENING Angela King Gallery. 241 Royal St., (504) 524-8211; www. angelakinggallery.com — “Being,” paintings by Aaron Reichert, opening reception 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. Barrister’s Gallery. 2331 St. Claude Ave., (504) 525-2767; www. barristersgallery.com — “Modern Swamp,” ceramic sculpture, paintings and photography curated by Susan Bowers, opening reception 6 p.m. Saturday. The Foundation Gallery. 1109 Royal St., (504) 568-0955; www. foundationgallerynola.com — “Botanical Explorations,” new work by Layla Messkoub, opening reception 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday.

Good Children Gallery. 4037 St. Claude Ave., (504) 616-7427; www. goodchildrengallery.com — “A Subwoofer in Tweeter’s Clothing,” work by Bradford Cooper Willingham, opening reception 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday. Myrtle Banks Building. 1307 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. — “The People’s Murals,” exhibition of murals by community members, opening reception 6 p.m. Wednesday. New Orleans Art Center. 3330 St. Claude Ave. — Assemblages by Wally Warren; paintings by Jon Schooler; collage and video art by Infinity; opening reception 6 p.m. Saturday. Second Story Gallery. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 710-4506; www.neworleanshealingcenter. org — “Decade,” group exhibition commemorating Hurricane Katrina, opening reception 6 p.m. Saturday. UNO-St. Claude Gallery. 2429 St. Claude Ave., (504) 280-6493;

GALLERIES 5 Press Gallery. 5 Press St., (504) 940-2900; www.5pressgallery. com — “Crystalline,” group exhibition of abstract painting and installations, through Aug. 15. Angela King Gallery. 241 Royal St., (504) 524-8211; www.angelakinggallery.com — “The Contemporary Past,” work by Eddy Stevens, through Friday. Antieau Gallery. 927 Royal St., (504) 304-0849; www.antieaugallery.com — “Phantom Limb Illustrated,” 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. Art Gallery of the Consulate of Mexico. 901 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 528-3722 — “Between Before & After,” work by Ale de La Puente, through Aug. 12. Arthur Roger Gallery. 432 Julia St., (504) 522-1999; www. arthurrogergallery.com — “Ali,” photography by Gordon Parks; “The Dapper Bruce Lafitte Introduces: Draw Like a Butterfly, Sting Like a Bee,” work by Bruce Davenport Jr.; “First Impressions,” work by Whitfield Lovell; “Seen and Unseen: Coupling,” work by Willie Birch; all through Sept. 19. 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 — “Louisiana Cereal,” portraits by Blake Boyd commemorating Hurricane Katrina, through Sept. 1. Brand New Orleans Art Gallery. 646 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 2512695; www.facebook.com/brandneworleansartgallery — “Flight Patterns,” paintings by Mike Guidry, through October. The Building 1427. 1427 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 352-9283; www.building1427.com — Work by Daniel Jupiter, Mark Lacabe and Ted Ellis, ongoing.

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Of the Rising Tide

“They’re trying to wash us away ...” was the most haunting refrain in Randy Newman’s “Louisiana 1927,” from his Louisiana-centric 1974 album, Good Old Boys — a lyric made all the more haunting by the hurricanes and floods of recent decades. Nowhere has the saga of the wholesale collapse of Louisiana’s coast been more dramatic than in the tiny Chitimacha Native American community of Isle de Jean Charles on the lacy coastal fringes of Terrebonne Parish. Once a cozy fishing village on ground high enough to raise crops or graze cattle, it has all but vanished as ever-expanding networks of oil industry canals became pathways for saltwater to kill the trees and grasses that kept the land from eroding. As seen in historic WPA photographs, its inhabitants lived Of the Rising Tide: A photo essay on in ground-level huts with palmetto-thatch roofs under THRU Isle de Jean Charles by Melinda Rose shady, moss-draped trees, but in these Melinda Rose SEPT photographs, made between 2005 and 2015, wooden Scott Edwards Gallery, 2109 Decatur St. camps on pilings appear amid the ruins of storm-ravaged (504) 610-0581 former homes as skeletal as the dead trees that dot the www.scottedwardsgallery.com landscape. For Rose, the tone is set by the young and the elderly in the stark, watery setting. In Song and Dance Girl (pictured), a grinning, pixielike ingenue stands on a pier leading to a cabin on a desolate expanse that bears little resemblance to the lush, tree-shaded grasslands depicted in old photos, and only the timeless joys of childhood relieve the view of the storm and salt-scoured landscape. The role of the elderly in perpetuating cultural memory is seen in Lil Tune for the Wife as a courtly gentleman strums his guitar for his approving spouse. Jordan, the Road Home, is a headshot of a striking young woman framed by a long, thin road with expanses of water lapping at both sides. From Island Road, Approaching Storm is a minimalist view of a broad horizon darkened by looming turbulence roiling in the Gulf, a reminder of our sinking coast’s fateful, and mostly man-made, vulnerabilities. — D. ERIC BOOKHARDT contemporary.com — “Rhythm and Form,” sculpture by Caprice Pierucci, through Sept. 26. 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 — Group exhibition of New Orleans-inspired art, ongoing. Collins C. Diboll Art Gallery. Loyola University, Monroe Library, fourth floor, 6363 St. Charles Ave., (504) 861-5456; www.loyno.edu/ dibollgallery — “Senior Exchange Show,” work by Mississippi State University students, through Sept. 10. Gallery B. Fos. 3956 Magazine St., (504) 444-2967; www.beckyfos. com — Paintings by Becky Fos, ongoing. Gallery Burguieres. 736 Royal St., (504) 301-1119; www.galleryburguieres.com — Mixed media by Ally Burguieres, ongoing.

Byrdie’s Gallery. 2422 St. Claude Ave., (504) 656-6794; www.byrdiesgallery.com — “Reflections,” group exhibition of self-portraits, through Tuesday.

Hyph3n-Art Gallery. 1901 Royal St., (504) 264-6863; www.hyph3n. com — Group exhibition featuring Polina Tereshina, Walker Babington, Charles Hoffacker, Garrett Haab, Jacob Edwards, Wendy Warrelmann and Amy Ieyoub, ongoing.

Callan Contemporary. 518 Julia St., (504) 525-0518; www.callan-

Jean Bragg Gallery of Southern Art. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375;

www.jeanbragg.com — Paintings of leisure culture by Ann Cox Strub and David Lloyd, through August. John Bukaty Studio and Gallery. 841 Carondelet St., (970) 232-6100; www.johnbukaty.com — “Flags of Our Time,” flag-inspired art by John Bukaty, through October; paintings and sculpture by John Bukaty, ongoing. Jonathan Ferrara Gallery. 400 Julia St., (504) 522-5471; www. jonathanferraragallery.com — New mixed-media pantings and ceramic sculpture by Sidonie Villere; “Usual Places, Unusual Spaces,” abstract paintings and drawings by Marna Shopoff; both through Aug. 29. J&S Gallery. 3801 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson, (504) 952-9163 — Wood carvings and paintings by local artists, ongoing. La Madama Bazarre. 910 Royal St., (504) 236-5076; www.lamadamabazarre.com — “Spring Altar” by Sea & Dagger; mixed-media group exhibition by Jane Talton, Lateefah Wright, Sean Yseult, Darla Teagarden and others, ongoing. LeMieux Galleries. 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988; www.lemieuxgalleries.com — “Suspension,” work by Kathryn Hunter, through Sept. 12. M. Francis Gallery. 1938 Burgundy St., (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 by Martin Welch, ongoing.

Overby Gallery. 529 N. Florida St., Covington, (985) 888-1310; www.overbygallery.com — Paintings and drawings by James Overby, ongoing.

Martine Chaisson Gallery. 727 Camp St., (504) 304-7942; www. martinechaissongallery.com — “Knocking from the Inside,” work by Mallory Page, through Sept. 26.

Pedestal Gallery. 221 Dauphine St., (504) 645-3864; www.pamelamarquisstudio.com — New artwork by George Williams and Pamela Marquis, ongoing.

Michalopoulos Gallery. 617 Bienville St., (504) 558-0505; www.michalopoulos.com — New paintings by James Michalopoulos, ongoing. Mini Art Center. 341 Seguin St., (504) 510-4747; www.miniartcenter.com — “Tranqui Yanqui’s Trank Locker,” cardboard sneakers and mixed-media art by Nick Mahshie, through Sunday. New Orleans Glassworks & Printmaking Studio. 727 Magazine St., (504) 529-7277; www. neworleansglassworks.com — Glass, metal and print work by studio faculty, through August. 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. Oak Street Gallery. 111 N. Oak St., Hammond, (985) 345-0251; www.theoakstreetgallery.com — Work by Thom Barlow, Mark Haller, Pat Macaluso and John Robinson, ongoing.

Photo Works New Orleans. 521 St. Ann St., (504) 593-9090; www.photoworksneworleans. com — Photography by Louis Sahuc, ongoing. Rhino Contemporary Crafts Gallery. The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., second floor, (504) 523-7945; www.rhinocrafts.com — Metal sculpture and furniture by Rachel David, through Sept. 18; work by Peg Martinez, Andrew Jackson Pollack, Allison Cook, Paul Troyano and others, ongoing. Rhythm & Hues Art Space. 1501 Canal St., (504) 569-9070 — “Changed Waters: Thrown Rocks, Building Castles,” group exhibition on the theme of transformation, through August. River House at Crevasse 22. 8122 Saro Lane, Poydras; www. cano-la.org — “Crevasse 22: Surge,” painting, photography and outdoor sculpture garden by Louisiana artists, ongoing. Rutland Street Gallery. 828 E. Rutland St., Covington, (985) 773-4553; www.rutlandstreet-

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The Front. 4100 St. Claude Ave., (504) 301-8654; www.nolafront.org — “Beaucoup Humidity,” paintings by John Isaiah Walton; “Guilty about not being guilty,” work by Garima Thakur; “Lightfall/For Display Only,” photography by Maria Levitsky; opening reception 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday.

www.finearts.uno.edu — “#Rehumanize for Albert Woodfox,” art inspired by the Angola 3 prisoners by Jackie Sumell and Devin Reynolds, opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday.

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ART LISTINGS gallery.com — Group exhibition featuring Peggy Imm, Shirley Doiron, Georgie Dossouy, Len Heatherly, Brooke Bonura and others, ongoing.

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Scott Edwards Photography Gallery. 2109 Decatur St., (504) 610-0581; www.scottedwardsgallery.com — “Soiree d’Evolution,” still lifes by Sean Yseult, through Sunday; “Of the Rising Tide: A Photo Essay on the Vanishing Bayou Community of Isle de Jean Charles,” photography by Melinda Rose, through Dec. 6. Sibley Gallery. 3427 Magazine St., (504) 899-8182; www.sibleygallery.com — Group exhibition by gallery artists, ongoing. Soren Christensen Gallery. 400 Julia St., (504) 569-9501; www.sorengallery.com — “Aldara,” paintings by Jason Horton, through Aug. 29; group exhibition of gallery artists, ongoing. St. Tammany Art Association. 320 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 892-8650; www.sttammanyartassociation.org — “50th National Juried Artists Exhibition,” group exhibition of regional artists, through Saturday.

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Steve Martin Studios. 624 Julia St., (504) 566-1390; www. stevemartinfineart.com — “Artisan Juncture,” group show featuring Gustavo Duque, Travis Linde, Amy Boudreaux, Jose Luis Rodriguez, Jedd Haas, Steven Soltis and others, ongoing.

Ten Gallery. 4432 Magazine St., (504) 333-1414; www.tengallerynola.com — “An Introduction,” group exhibition by gallery artists, through Aug. 30. Thomas Mann Gallery I/O. 1812 Magazine St., (504) 581-2113; www.thomasmann.com — “Martini Tales,” group exhibition of reworked stainless steel martini glasses, through Sept. 5. Vieux Carre Gallery. 507 St. Ann St., (504) 522-2900; www. vieuxcarregallery.com — Work by Sarah Stiehl, ongoing. Whisnant Galleries. 343 Royal St., (504) 524-9766; www. whisnantgalleries.com — Ethnic, religious and antique art, sculpture, textiles and porcelain, ongoing.

MUSEUMS Ashe Cultural Arts Center. 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac. org — “Ashe to Amen,” exhibition celebrating the spirituality of people of African descent, through Oct. 2. Contemporary Arts Center. 900 Camp St., (504) 528-3800; www.cacno.org — “REVERB: Past, Present, Future,” group exhibition of regional artists curated by Isolde Brielmaier, through Nov. 1.

The Historic New Orleans Collection. 533 Royal St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc.org — “From Winnfield to Washington: The Life and Career of Huey P. Long,” exhibition of documents, photographs and audiovisual records, through Oct. 11; handcarved decoy ducks, ongoing. Laura Simon Nelson Galleries for Louisiana Art. The Historic New Orleans Collection, 400 Chartres St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc.org/nelson-galleries — “Visions of a City: Printed Views of 19th-Century New Orleans,” antique lithographs and engravings, through Aug. 15. Louisiana Children’s Museum. 420 Julia St., (504) 523-1357; www.lcm.org — 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 — “From ‘Dirty Shirts’ to Buccaneers,” art, artifacts and documents from the Battle of New Orleans, through Jan. 8, 2016; “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, 2016. “Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond,” interactive displays and artifacts, ongoing. “It’s Carnival Time in Louisiana,” Carnival artifacts, costumes, jewelry and other items, ongoing. New Orleans Museum of Art. City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — “Self/Reflection,” group exhibition of photography from the permanent collection, through Sunday; “Ten Years Gone,” group exhibition commemorating Hurricane Katrina featuring Willie Birch, Dawn DeDeaux, Isabelle Hayer, Spring Hurlbut, Nicholas Nixon and Christopher Saucedo, through Sept. 7; “A Louisiana Parlor: Antebellum Taste & Context,” Rococo Revival-style parlor from Butler-Greenwood Plantation in St. Francisville, through Oct. 11; “Forever,” mural by Odili Donald Odita, through December; “Orientalism: Taking and Making,” European and American art influenced by Middle Eastern, North African and East Asian cultures, through December 2016. Ogden Museum of Southern Art. 925 Camp St., (504) 5399600; www.ogdenmuseum. org — “Hurricane Digital Memory Bank Project,” participatory collection of memory statements about Hurricane Katrina, through August; “Tina Freeman: Artist Spaces,” photographs

of local artists’ work spaces, through Sept. 6; “The Rising,” group photography exhibition about New Orleans’ renewal, through Sept. 20; “Bean and Bailey Ceramics,” ceramic art by Anderson Bailey and Jessie Bean presented by the Center for Southern Craft and Design, through Sept. 29; “Betsy Eby: Painting with Fire,” paintings by Betsy Eby, through Oct. 25; “SelfTaught, Outsider and Visionary Art from the Permanent Collection,” through Nov. 7. Old U.S. Mint. 400 Esplanade Ave., (504) 568-6993; www. louisianastatemuseum.org/ museums/the-old-us-mint — “Keeping Time,” photographs of Louisiana’s musical history, through Jan. 1, 2016; “Time Takes a Toll,” conserved instruments featuring Fats Domino’s piano, through December 2016. Southeastern Architectural Archive. Tulane University, Jones Hall, 6801 Freret St., (504) 865-5699; www.seaa.tulane. edu — “Medieval Louisiana,” exhibit on the region’s adoption of Byzantine, Romanesque, Hispano-Moresque and Gothic architectural forms from the Antebellum period through the early 20th century, through May 20, 2016. Southern Food & Beverage Museum. 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-0405; www.southernfood.org — Culinary photography by Sam Hanna, ongoing. Williams Research Center. 410 Chartres St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc.org/willcent.htm — “It’s Only Natural: Flora and Fauna in Louisiana Decorative Arts,” exhibition of antiques and decorative items, through Nov. 28.

CALL FOR ARTISTS Chef Soiree poster contest. The Youth Service Bureau and the St. Tammany Art Association seek submissions of poster art for the 2016 event by St. Tammany Parish and Washington Parish residents. Visit www.ysbworks.com or email chefsoiree@ysbworks.com for details. Deadline Aug. 24. The Front. 4100 St. Claude Ave., (504) 301-8654; www.nolafront. org — The artist collective and gallery seeks applications for new members. Visit the website for details. Deadline Sep. 6. New Orleans PARK(ing) Day. Artists, designers, architects, urban planners and others are invited to submit design proposals for pop-up installations hosted in parking spaces for PARK(ing) Day on Sept. 18. Visit www.downtownnola. com/parkingdaynola or email parkingdaynola@gmail.com. Deadline Aug. 14.

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CABARET, BURLESQUE & VARIETY The Blue Book Cabaret. Bourbon Pub and Parade, 801 Bourbon St., (504) 529-2107; www. thebellalounge.com — Bella Blue and a rotating cast including Darling Darla James, Nikki Le Villain, Cherry Brown, Ben Wisdom and others perform classic and contemporary burlesque and drag. Tickets $10. 10 p.m. Wednesday, Friday & Saturday. Burlesque Ballroom. Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, Royal Sonesta New Orleans, 300 Bourbon St., (504) 553-2331; www.sonesta.com/imjazzplayhouse — Trixie Minx stars in the weekly 1960s-style burlesque show featuring music by Romy Kaye and the Brent Walsh Jazz Trio. Midnight Friday.

COMEDY 1919. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater. com — Derek Dupuy, Chris Trew, CJ Hunt, Tami Nelson, Mike Spara, Chris Kaminstein, Mike Yoder, Cecile Monteyne, Jared Gore, Ian Hoch and James Hamilton perform improv comedy. Tickets $5. 8 p.m. Saturday. All-Star Comedy Revue. House of Blues Voodoo Garden, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www. houseofblues.com — Leon Blanda hosts the stand-up comedy show with special guests and a band. 8 p.m. Thursday. 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 an open mic. Sign-up at 8:30 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Monday.

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Pterodactyls

Pterodactyls begins with a brief history of dinosaurs, followed by a rushed, selective and entertaining account of what has happened on Earth since they disappeared. We don’t know exactly why the dinosaurs died off, but what seems most important here is that their demise was sudden, which sets the stage for an examination of the modern upper-middle-class life of the Duncan family. Almost like a TV sitcom set, the family’s living room fills the tiny stage at Old Marquer Theater, with stairs leading to a second floor and front and back doors as the only exits. It’s a Petri dish to watch family dysfunction hit a tipping point, and the work draws humor and tension from that easily established premise. Director Stephen Eckert effectively directs the madness, as family members often seem to engage in different, barely intersecting conversations when communicating with or confronting one another. The Duncan children both have big news. Emotionally vulnerable teenaged daughter Emma (Erin Cessna) pops pills and claims not to remember major personal and family events. She surprises everyone with her new boyfriend Tommy McKorcle Pterodactyls AUG (Khiry Armstead), who is homeless. Son Todd (Mark Bryan) has returned after 7:30 p.m. Thu.-Sat some time away, and he’s eager to confront everyone with the revelation that Old Marquer Theatre, he has AIDS, which raises the specter of extinction. THRU If the children are both troubled in some way, it’s easy to believe they were 2400 St. Claude Ave. groomed for it. Their wildly oblivious mother, Grace (Lara Grice), obsesses (504) 298-8676 about shopping and brand names and guzzles Scotch. When she learns www.oldmarquer.com Tommy is homeless, she offers to hire him as the family maid, which becomes an absurd and unwieldy proposition. Father Arthur (James Wright) arrives and is unfazed by others’ problems and somewhat disengaged, or at least has suppressed how he feels. He often projects his own interests and memories onto his children. The play’s familiar domestic roles and flaws can seem cartoonish, but Grice shines, convincingly living in the skin of Grace, at times creepily inviting Todd to play with her hair. Cessna’s self-absorbed naivete and Todd’s angry outbursts are compelling but generally define those characters. The work is most entertaining when the entire family is onstage, all yelling and barely listening. As the situation devolves, Todd hauls in dinosaur bones he finds in the backyard and reassembles them in the living room. The various types of dysfunction aren’t all that uncommon, but the extent of the damage and the way it piles up is. The hyperbole provides humor, but when the work turns serious, it also makes the plot difficult to resolve. Nicky Silver’s play premiered in 1993, and some of the confrontation about AIDS seems dated, at least in the way its shock value is invoked. Also, as in some sitcoms, it takes some magical thinking to get to the play’s conclusion, and that undercuts the urgency that drives the production until that point. It’s darkly funny to watch the Duncans spin out of control, even if it doesn’t look like survival of the fittest when they finally see the problems before them. Promethean Theatre Company makes the most of Silver’s notable but challenging early work. — WILL COVIELLO

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Comedy Beast. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 907 S. Peters St., (504) 5295844; www.thehowlinwolf.com — The New Movement presents a stand-up comedy showcase. 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. Comedy Boom. House of Blues Voodoo Garden, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www.houseofblues.com — Leon Blanda hosts a free comedy showcase. 8 p.m. Thursday. Comedy Catastrophe. Lost Love Lounge, 2529 Dauphine St., (504) 949-2009; www.lostlovelounge. com — Cassidy Henehan hosts the weekly comedy showcase. 10 p.m. Tuesday. Comedy F—k Yeah. Dragon’s Den (upstairs), 435 Esplanade Ave., (504) 940-5546; www. dragonsdennola.com — Vincent Zambon hosts a rotating showcase of local comedians. 8:30 p.m. Friday. Comedy Gumbeaux. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 907 S. Peters St., (504) 529-5844; www.thehowlinwolf.com — Frederick “RedBean” Plunkett hosts local

comedians. An open mic follows. 8 p.m. Thursday. Friday Night Laughs. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www.nolacomedy.com — Jackie Jenkins Jr. hosts a comedy open mic. 11 p.m. Friday. Funny Bone Spasms. Bar Redux, 801 Poland Ave., (504) 592-7083; www.barredux.com — Moxie G. Rouge hosts a comedy show. Sign up at 8:30 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Tuesday. Jeff D’s Comedy Cabaret. Bourbon Pub and Parade, 801 Bourbon St., (504) 529-2107; www. bourbonpub.com — Comedian Jeff D and drag performer Carla Cahlua star in a weekly show. Tickets $10. 10 p.m. Friday. Johnny Rock. C. Beever’s Bar of Music, 2507 N. Woodlawn Ave., Metairie, (504) 887-9401; www. facebook.com/thenewcbeevers — Comedian Johnny Rock hosts an open-mic comedy night. 8 p.m. Tuesday.

Knock-Out. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater.com — Two comedy acts compete to win an audience vote. 8 p.m. Wednesday. Lights Up! The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater.com — Each weekly show features two of The New Movement’s local improv comedy troupes. 8:30 p.m. Thursday. Liquid Ass. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater.com — Addy Najera hosts Geoffrey Gauchet, Benjamin Hoffman, Duncan Pace, Margee Green and James Hamilton for a free gross-out comedy show. Midnight Friday. Local Uproar. — Paul Oswell hosts stand-up comedy. 7 p.m. Saturday at Allways Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave. and 8:30 p.m. Thursday at Sidney’s Saloon, 1200 St. Bernard Ave. The Magna Carta Show. Playhouse NOLA, 3214 Burgundy St.;

www.magnacartacomedy.com — William Benner, David Kendall, Nathan Sutter, Brian Tarney and Thomas Fewer star in a weekly improv and sketch comedy show. 8:30 p.m. Saturday. NOLA Comedy Explosion. Cafe Istanbul, New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 940-1130; www.cafeistanbulnola.com — Mario P. hosts the showcase, which features A.G. White and Detroit Red. Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door. 7 p.m. Sunday. NOLA Comedy Hour. Hi-Ho Lounge, 2239 St. Claude Ave., (504) 945-4446; www.hiholounge.net — Andrew Polk hosts the series, which features a booked showcase and open mic. Sign-up at 7:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Sunday. Think You’re Funny? Carrollton Station Bar and Music Club, 8140 Willow St., (504) 865-9190; www.carrolltonstation.com — All comics are welcome to perform at the weekly open mic. Sign-up at 8 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Wednesday.

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The Book of Liz. The Theatre at St. Claude (formerly the Marigny Theatre), 1030 Marigny St., (504) 638-6326 — Broken Habit Productions presents Amy Sedaris’ and David Sedaris’ play about Sister Elizabeth Donderstock (Margeaux Fanning), who leaves her religious community to explore the outside world. Tickets $20. 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. The Cradle Will Rock. Marigny Opera House, 725 St. Ferdinand St., (504) 948-9998; www.marignyoperahouse.org — Cripple Creek Theatre Company presents a free staging of Marc Blitzstein’s 1937 musical about a union strike against a local tycoon in fictional “Steeltown, USA.” 8 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Kingdom of Earth. St. Charles Avenue Christian Church, 6200 St. Charles Ave., (504) 264-2580; www.twtheatrenola.com — The Tennessee Williams Theatre Company of New Orleans presents its first production, Williams’ drama about two halfbrothers on a Mississippi farm. Tickets $25, students and seniors $20. 8 p.m. Friday-Sunday. Pterodactyls. Old Marquer Theatre, 2400 St. Claude Ave., (504) 298-8676; www.oldmarquer.com — Stephen Eckert directs the Promethean Theatre Co. production of Nicky Silver’s dark drama about a dysfunctional family. 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. Sentimental Journey. National World War II Museum, Stage Door Canteen, 945 Magazine St., (504) 528-1944; www.stagedoorcanteen.org — The Victory Swing Orchestra’s show features big band-era hits from Benny Goodman, Artie Shaw, Duke Ellington and others. 6 p.m. Saturday.

Creole Sweet Tease Burlesque Show. The Saint Hotel, Burgundy Bar, 931 Canal St., (504) 522-5400; www.thesainthotelneworleans.com — Trixie Minx leads a burlesque performance featuring music by Jayna Morgan and the Creole Syncopators Jazz Band. Tickets $10. 9:30 p.m. Friday. The Dirty Dime Peepshow. AllWays Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 758-5590; www. theallwayslounge.com — The Lady Lucerne and Vinsantos Defonte star in an extranaughty burlesque show hosted by Ben Wisdom and produced by Bella Blue. Tickets $15. Midnight Saturday. Life, Uh, Strips a Way. Old Marquer Theatre, 2400 St. Claude Ave., (504) 298-8676; www.oldmarquer.com — Bluestockings Burlesque performs a show inspired by Jurassic Park. Tickets $15. 11 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Muck Dynasty. Columns Hotel, 3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-9308; www.thecolumns. com — Philip Melancon and Chris Champagne perform a satirical cabaret show about Louisiana society and politics. Tickets $15. 7 p.m. Sunday. The Vice is Right. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www.thesocietyofsin. com — The Society of Sin’s live game show features burlesque performers and volunteer contestants from the audience. Tickets $8 in advance, $10 at the door. 9 p.m. Tuesday. Whiskey & Rhinestones. Gravier Street Social, 523 Gravier St.; www.thebellalounge.com — Bella Blue hosts the burlesque show. Tickets $10. 9 p.m. Thursday & Sunday.

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TUESDAY 4 Design Foundations. Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, (504) 488-5488; www.longuevue.com — Artist Peg Usner teaches a hands-on workshop on design principles. Tickets $25. 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. It’s All About the Music Bike Ride. Louis Armstrong Park, 701 N. Rampart St., (504) 6583200; www.nolasocialride. org — NOLA Social Ride cyclists cruise around the city, stopping along the way to enjoy live music. 6 p.m. Mardi Gras Indian Hall of Fame Week. Various locations; www. mardigrasindianhalloffame. org — The week includes a photography exhibition, a dinner, an awards ceremony, a panel discussion, performances and more. Visit the website for events and details. Tuesday-Sunday.

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Toddler Time. Louisiana Children’s Museum, 420 Julia St., (504) 523-1357; www.lcm.org — The museum hosts activities for children ages 3 and under and their parents or caregivers. Non-members $8. 10:30 a.m.

Yoga at the Cabildo. Louisiana State Museum Cabildo, 701 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm.crt.state.la.us — Yogis of all experience levels practice in the Cabildo gallery. Non-members $12. 7:30 a.m.

WEDNESDAY 5 Adult Spelling Bee. Jane O’Brien Chatelain West Bank Regional Library, 2751 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey, (504) 364-2660; www. jplibrary.net — Anyone age 18 and older may enter the free competition. 7 p.m. Barbershop Meetings. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 5699070; www.ashecac.org — Peter Nahkid leads the men’s discussion. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Casino dance class. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 5699070; www.ashecac.org — Kevin Braxton of Cuban dance group Bookoo Rueda teaches a free class on the salsa-like Cuban dance. 7 p.m. Creative Grind. The Rook Cafe, 4516 Freret St.; www. neworleans.aiga.org/event/creative-grind — Designers, artists and writers meet to share work and offer feedback. 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. Family Flow Yoga. New Orleans Jazz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.; www.phnojm.

com — The free yoga class is suggested for kids ages 5-13 and adults. 1:30 p.m. Get Moving. Growing Local NOLA, 1750 Carondelet St., (504) 507-0357; www.growinglocalnola.org — The urban farm hosts a free weekly exercise class such as yoga, boot camp or CrossFit. Visit the website to RSVP. 5:30 p.m. Jazz Pilates. New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park, 916 N. Peters St., (504) 589-4841; www. nps.gov/jazz/index.htm — Stephanie Jordan leads a free class incorporating Pilates, dance and jazz. Noon. Lunchbox Lecture. National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., (504) 528-1944, ext. 229; www.nationalww2museum.org — The semi-monthly lecture series features World War II-related topics. Noon. Nature Walk and Titivation. Northlake Nature Center, 23135 Highway 190, Mandeville, (985) 626-1238; www.northlakenature. org — Guests tour natural habitats and learn to prune plants along the trail. 6 p.m. White Glove Wednesdays. National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., (504) 527-6012; www.nationalww2museum. org — Curator Eric Rivets gives visitors a chance to wear original military uniforms and equipment. 9 a.m.

THURSDAY 6 AARP Life Reimagined seminar. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — Representatives from the American Association of Retired Persons guide older people in planning the next stage of their lives. 7 p.m. Bridge lessons. Wes Busby Bridge Center, 2709 Edenborn Ave., Metairie, (504) 889-0869 — Beginners and novices take free bridge lessons. 9 a.m. The Great Galveston Storm. Robert E. Smith Library, 6301 Canal Blvd., (504) 596-2638; www. nutrias.org — Attendees learn about the history of hurricanes and the 1900 storm that devastated Galveston, Texas. 5 p.m. Operation Kidsafe. Ray Brandt Toyota, 2460 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Kenner, (504) 464-4500; www.raybrandttoyota.com — Parents receive a free copy of their children’s fingerprint, used to help police if a child goes missing. 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. Sistahs Making a Change. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712

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Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac.org — Women of all experience levels dance, talk and dine together at this health-centered event. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Voting Right Act anniversary celebration. JW Marriott New Orleans, 614 Canal St., (504) 527-6752; www.amistadresearchcenter.org — The Amistad Research Center marks the legislation’s 50th anniversary with a luncheon honoring St. Augustine High School. Tickets $50. 11:30 a.m. What’s Cooking?. Growing Local NOLA, 1750 Carondelet St., (504) 507-0357; www.growinglocalnola.org — The urban farm hosts a free weekly class on healthy home cooking. Visit the website to RSVP. 5:30 p.m. 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. 7 p.m.

FRIDAY 7 Chefs Taste Challenge. Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 582-3000; www.chefstastechallenge.com — Ten chefs from across the U.S. compete to create the best dish at this kickoff dinner for the Farm to Table conference. Tickets start at $129. 6:30 p.m. Friday Nights at NOMA. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma. org — The museum is open late on Friday evening, with music by Erin Demastes and a cooking demonstration by Chef Chip Flanagan of Ralph’s on the Park. 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. War of the Roses. Bin 428, 2801 Magazine St., (504) 269-6200; www.bin428.com — The shop hosts a tasting of more than 25 rose wines. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

SATURDAY 8 Back to School Bike Mechanics & Safety Workshop. Algiers Reginal Library, 3014 Holiday Drive, (504) 596-2641; www.nutrias.org — Bicycle advocacy group Bike Easy leads free workshops on biking safely, fixing a flat tire and more. Participants should bring a bike; attendees under age 18 receive a prize. 2 p.m. Bienville Saturday Market. Swap Meet NOLA, 3525 Bienville St., (504) 813-5370; www.swapmeetnola.com — The pet-friendly weekly market features arts, crafts, a flea market and food. 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Butterfly Garden Workshop. Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, (504) 488-5488; www.longuevue.

com — Children learn about butterflies and create a mini butterfly garden. Non-members $35. 10 a.m. to noon. Children’s Art Workshop. Rhino Contemporary Crafts Gallery, The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., second floor, (504) 523-7945; www.rhinocrafts. com — RHINO artists lead kids in creating a handmade book with a collaged cover. Email artboxrhino@gmail.com to register. Suggested donation for materials $5. 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Community Awareness & Back to School Day. Gretna Farmers Market, Huey P. Long Avenue between Third and Fourth streets, (504) 361-1822; www.gretnafarmersmarket. org — In addition to the regular farmers market, there are representatives from civic organizations, a historic fire truck, kids’ activities and giveaways. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Cut flowers gardening program. Parkway Partners Greenhouse, 1137 Baronne St., (504) 620-2228; www.parkwaypartnersnola.org — Denise Richter and Megan McHugh of Pistil & Stamen teach gardeners how to grow flowers for arrangements. Plants are available for sale. 9 a.m. to noon. Dirty Red Linen. House of Blues, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www.houseofblues.com/neworleans — The after party for Dirty Linen Night and Red Dress Run features live music and drink specials. 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. Family Day. New Orleans Jazz Market, 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd.; www.phnojm.com — Families enjoy jazz story time at 11 a.m., crafts at 2 p.m. and a solo pianist from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Farm to Table International Education Conference. Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Convention Center Theater, 900 Convention Center Blvd.; www. f2t-int.com — The conference on the farm-to-table movement attracts food and drink professionals, policymakers, urban farmers, retailers and others for lectures, panels, networking and chef demonstrations. Activist and author Temple Grandin is the featured speaker. One-day registration starts at $60, students $25. Saturday-Monday.

EXPO’s public event features 12 chefs from across the country in a competition spotlighting seafood from their home states. Tickets $5 in advance, $10 at the door. 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

wind turbine and a wind-powered circuit. Cost $60; there’s a limited number of free slots for students who receive lunch vouchers. Register online. 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Growing Gardeners. City Park Botanical Garden, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 483-9386; www.neworleanscitypark.com/botanical-garden — Children ages 6-9 learn about plants and gardening with hands-on activities. Cost $15. 10 a.m. to noon.

Texas Hold’Em Poker Tournament. Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum, 133 Mabel Drive, Madisonville, (985) 845-9200; www.lpbmaritimemuseum.org — The charitable tournament is open to the first 150 registrants, and proceeds benefit the museum. Initial buyin is $50; winners receive gift cards. 5 p.m.

Jazz Yoga. Jazz National Historical Park, 916 N. Peters St., (504) 589-4841; www.nps.gov/jazz — Susan Landry leads a free class featuring meditational jazz piano. 10 a.m. Let’s Grow. Growing Local NOLA, 1750 Carondelet St., (504) 5070357; www.growinglocalnola. org — The urban farm hosts a free weekly class on home gardening. Visit the website to RSVP. Noon. Looking Glass Show & Sale. Northshore Harbor Center, 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell, (985) 781-3650; www.northshoreharborcenter.com — The antiques and housewares show features collectible glassware, china, pottery and kitchen items for sale. Admission $5. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday. 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 a.m. to 4 p.m. Red Dress Run. Louis Armstrong Park, 701 N. Rampart St. — Sponsored by New Orleans’ Hash House Harriers running club, the annual red-clad run through the French Quarter and surrounding neighborhoods is the largest of its kind. It’s open to everyone age 21 and older, and proceeds support local charities. The after-party features beer, barbecue and music by Dash Rip Rock and The Breton Sound. Registration $70 in advance, $80 day of race. Rose and Plant Sale. City Park, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 483-9464; www.neworleanscitypark.com — The New Orleans Botanical Garden offers plants for sale at the Pelican Greenhouse. Call or email plants@nocp.org for details. 9 a.m. to noon.

Gillespie Memorial Community Breakfast. First Unitarian Universalist Church, 5212 S. Claiborne Ave., (504) 866-9010; www.firstuuno.org — Featured speaker Darryl Malek-Wiley of the Sierra Club discusses “The Post-Katrina Struggle for Environmental Justice in Louisiana.” 10 a.m.

SoFAB Cooking Demo. French Market, corner of Gov. Nicholls Street and French Market Place, (504) 522-2621; www.frenchmarket.org — Local chefs cook their signature dishes. 11 a.m.

Great American Seafood CookOff. Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 582-3000; www. gasco.eventbrite.com — The Louisiana Foodservice & Hospitality

STEM Saturday. Treme Center, 900 N. Villere Street, (504) 658-0188; www.stemnola. com — Students learn about the history and science of wind energy, then design and build a

Yoga/Pilates. Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, City Park, (504) 456-5000; www.noma. org — The museum hosts yoga classes in the sculpture garden. Non-members $5. 8 a.m.

SUNDAY 9 Bookoo Rueda Year 2 Kickoff. First Presbyterian Church, 5401 Claiborne Ave., (800) 866-7409; www.bkrueda.com — The Cuban dance group celebrates with a free class in casino dance for all levels. 7:30 p.m. Cultural Tradition Festival. A.L. Davis Park, 2600 LaSalle St. — The free festival celebrates African-American culture and the legacy of the civil rights movement with live music, educational activities, food, arts and crafts, carnival rides and appearances by Mardi Gras Indians and other cultural figures. Noon to 6 p.m. Green Wave Pre-Season Tea. Tulane University, Lavin-Bernick Center (Qatar Ballroom), 29 McAlister Drive, (504) 865-5000; www.tulane.edu — The Greenie Gals Booster Club, Tulane University Women’s Association and the Newcomb Alumnae Association honor wives of Tulane’s football alumni and coaches with a high tea buffet, drinks and a silent auction. Non-members $20. 2 p.m. Regional seafood dinner. Compere Lapin, 535 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 599-2119; www. comperelapin.com — Chef Nina Compton and visiting chefs Vitaly Paley and Doug Adams of Portland, Oregon collaborate on a dinner featuring seafood from their home regions. Tickets $75, excluding tax and gratuity. 6 p.m. & 8 p.m. Yoga in the Garden. Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road, (504) 488-5488; www. longuevue.com — Mark Berger teaches a yoga class and a garden tour follows. Suggested donation $5. 9 a.m.

MONDAY 10 Adolescent alcohol abuse seminar. LSU Health Sciences Center, Nursing Lecture Room 1,

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Budgeting for Outcomes Community Meetings. Various locations; www.nola.gov — Mayor Mitch Landrieu and the New Orleans City Council hold the final community meeting on budget priorities at 5:30 p.m. Visit the website for schedule and locations. Residents may also email comments to mayor@nola.gov. 5:30 p.m. Tai Chi/Chi Kung. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 456-5000; www.noma.org — Terry Rappold leads the class in the museum’s art galleries. Non-members $5. 6 p.m.

WORDS Dinky Tao Poetry. Neutral Ground Coffeehouse, 5110 Danneel St., (504) 891-3381; www. neutralground.org — The coffeehouse hosts an open-ended poetry hour. 8 p.m. Wednesday.

Friends of the New Orleans Public Library book sale. Latter Library, 5120 St. Charles Ave., (504) 596-2625; www. nutrias.org — The group hosts twice-weekly sales of books, DVDs, books on tape, LPs and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday. J. Ryan Stradal. The author signs his novel Kitchens of the Great Midwest. 2 p.m. Sunday at Louisiana State Museum Cabildo, 701 Chartres St., and 6 p.m. Monday at Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St. Jefferson Parish Library Literary Festival. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib.la.us — Seventeen local authors of fiction, non-fiction, children’s and art books relating to Hurricane Katrina share their work at the free event. Susan Larson, author of The Booklover’s Guide to New Orleans, is the keynote speaker. Books are available for purchase. 10 a.m. Saturday. John R. Batty. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., (504) 895-2266; www. gardendistrictbookshop.com

— The co-author discusses and signs Voices of Angels, a collection of interviews with nurses and health workers about the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. 6 p.m. Thursday. Listen, Y’all. City Park, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 482-4888; www. neworleanscitypark.com — Attendees can bring their own blankets and refreshments to a community storytelling event under the wind chime tree at City Park’s Big Lake. The theme is “Firsts.” 7 p.m. Thursday. Melanie P. Falina. Boutique Du Vampyre, 709 St. Ann Street, 504-561-8267; feelthebite. com — The poet signs her new book Vieux Carre Days. 7 p.m. Saturday. National Booklover’s Day. Tubby & Coo’s Mid-City Book Shop, 631 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 491-9025; www.facebook. com/tubbyandcoos — The bookstore’s party features activities, giveaways and chicken wings. A panel discussion on “the book as a physical object” takes place at 11:30 a.m. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Reading Between the Wines. Pearl Wine Co., 3700 Orleans

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1900 Gravier St., (504) 568-4302; www.alliedhealth.lsuhsc.edu — The session is titled “What Every Parent, Counselor, Teacher, and Healthcare Provider Should Know about Adolescent Alcohol Abuse.” 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

EVENT LISTINGS Ave., (504) 483-6314; www. pearlwineco.com — Fleur de Lit and Pearl Wine Co. host a night of book readings, signings, hors d’oeuvres and drink specials. 7 p.m. Wednesday. Slam Send-Off & SNO Fundraiser. Cafe Istanbul, New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 940-1130; www.cafeistanbulnola. com — Poetry team Slam New Orleans (SNO) performs. Tickets $5. 7 p.m. Friday. Story Time with Miss Maureen. Maple Street Book Shop, 7529 Maple St., (504) 866-4916; www.maplestreetbookshop.com — Miss Maureen reads children’s books. 11:30 a.m. Saturday.

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StoryQuest. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma. org — Authors, actors and artists read children’s books and send kids on art quests through the museum. 11:30 a.m. Saturday.

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; www.germancoastfarmersmarket.org — The market features vegetables, fruits, flowers and other items. 8 a.m. to noon Saturday.

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Gretna Farmers Market. Huey P. Long Avenue between 3rd and 4th streets, (504) 361-1822; www.gretnafarmersmarket.org — 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.

Zephyrs. Zephyr Field, 6000 Airline Drive, Metairie, (504) 734-5155; www.zephyrsbaseball.com — The New Orleans Zephyrs play the Round Rock Express. 6 p.m. Wednesday; 7 p.m. Thursday-Friday; 6 p.m. Saturday; 4 p.m. Sunday.

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.

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

Covington Farmers Market. www.covingtonfarmersmarket.org — The Northshore market offers local produce, meat, seafood, breads, prepared foods, plants and live music twice a week: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at Covington Trailhead, 419 N. Hampshire St., Covington; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at Covington City Hall, 609 N. Columbia St., Covington. Crescent City Farmers Market. www.crescentcityfarmersmarket.org — The market offers produce, meat, seafood, dairy, flowers and prepared foods at four weekly events. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at Tulane University Square, 200 Broadway St.; 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday at the French Market, corner of Gov. Nicholls Street and French Market Place; 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday at American Can Apartments, 3700 Orleans Ave.; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at Magazine Street Market, corner of Magazine and Girod streets. CRISP Farms Market. CRISP Farms Market, 1330 France St.; www.facebook.com/

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. 400 block of Williams Boulevard, Kenner, (504) 468-7231; www.kenner. la.us — The market features fruits, vegetables, dairy products, homemade jams and jellies and cooking demonstrations. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday. Sankofa Mobile Market. www.sankofanola.org — The Sankofa market truck offers seasonal produce from the Sankofa Garden at several weekly stops. 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday at the Lower 9th Ward Community Center, 5234 N. Claiborne Ave.; 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Sunday at New Israel Baptist Church, 6322 St. Claude Ave.

St. Bernard Seafood & Farmers Market. Aycock Barn, 409 Aycock St., Arabi, (504) 355-4442; www.visitstbernard.com — The market offers seafood, produce, preserves, baked goods, crafts, live entertainment and children’s activities. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Vietnamese Farmers Market. 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd. — Fresh produce, baked goods and live poultry are available at this early market, which caters to New Orleans East’s Vietnamese population. 5 a.m. Saturday.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED American Cancer Society. The society seeks volunteers for upcoming events and to facilitate patient service programs. Visit www.cancer.org or call (504) 219-2200. CASA New Orleans. The organization seeks volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates to represent abused and neglected children in New Orleans. The time commitment is a minimum of 10 hours per month. No special skills are required; training and support are provided. Call (504) 522-1962 or email info@ casaneworleans.org. Dress for Success New Orleans. The program for women entering the workplace seeks volunteers to help clients, manage inventory and share their expertise. Call (504) 8914337 or email neworleans@ dressforsuccess.org. Each One Save One. Greater New Orleans’ largest one-on-one mentoring program seeks volunteer mentors. Visit www. eachonesaveone.org. Edible Schoolyard. Edible Schoolyard seeks community volunteers and interns to assist in kitchen and garden classes and to help in school gardens. Visit www. esynola.org/get-involved or email amelia@esynola.org. First Tee of Greater New Orleans. The organization seeks volunteers to serve as mentors and coaches to kids and teens through its golf program. Visit www. thefirstteenola.org. Girls on the Run. Girls on the Run seeks running partners, assistant coaches, committee members and race day volunteers. Email info@gotrnola.org or visit www.gotrnola.org.

Golden Opportunity Adult Literacy Program. GOAL seeks volunteers to conduct courses for reading comprehension, GED preparation and English language learning. Call (504) 373-4496 or email goalofgno@gmail.com. Greater New Orleans Fair Housing Action Center. The center seeks part-time civil rights investigators with excellent writing skills, reliable transportation and no criminal convictions to help expose housing discrimination in the New Orleans metro area. Call (504) 7174257 or email mmorgan@ gnofairhousing.org. Hike for KaTREEna. The forestry organization seeks volunteers to adopt and trim trees around the city. Email info@hikeforkatreena. org or visit www.hikeforkatreena.com. Hospice Volunteers. Harmony Hospice seeks volunteers to offer companionship to patients through reading, playing cards and other activities. Call Carla Fisher at (504) 832-8111. Katrina 10 Citywide Day of Service. The mayor’s initiative seeks volunteers for a citywide day of service on Saturday, Aug. 29, in honor of the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. A wide range of projects is available. Visit www.katrina10. org/serve. Louisiana SPCA. The LA/ SPCA seeks volunteers to work with the animals and help with special events, education and more. Volunteers must be at least 12 years old and complete an orientation to work directly with animals. Visit www. la-spca.org/volunteer. NOLA Wise. The partnership of Global Green, the City of New Orleans and the Department of Energy helps homeowners make their homes more energy efficient. It seeks volunteers, who must attend a 30-minute orientation. Email mrowand@globalgreen.org. Parkway Partners. The green space and community garden organization seeks volunteers for building, gardening and other projects. Email info@ parkwaypartnersnola.org, call (504) 620-2224 or visit www.parkwaypartnersnola.org. Senior Companion Volunteers. The New Orleans Council on Aging seeks volunteers to assist with personal and daily

tasks to help seniors live independently. Visit www. nocoa.org or call (504) 821-4121. SpayMart. The animal charity seeks volunteers to feed cats and clean kennels at its Cat Adoption Center and to work at its Metairie thrift store. Call Patsy Watermeier at (504) 460-6080 or (504) 887-7037. St. Thomas Hospitality House. The Catholic charity seeks individuals and groups of volunteers to serve people experiencing homelessness. Contact Daniel Thelen at nolacw@ gmail.com or (517) 290-8533. Start the Adventure in Reading. The STAIR program holds regular training sessions for volunteers who work one on one with public school students to develop reading and language skills. Call (504) 899-0820, email elizabeth@ stairnola.org or visit www. stairnola.org. Teen Life Counts. The Jewish Family Service program seeks volunteers to teach suicide prevention to middle and high school students. Call (504) 831-8475. Veterans Housing Outreach Ministries. The charity seeks volunteers to help disabled, wounded and senior veterans with food and clothing distribution, home improvement, beautification, social media and web design. Call (504) 340-3429 or visit www.veteranshousingoutreach.webs.com.

CALL FOR WRITERS Ernest J. Gaines Award for Literary Excellence. The Baton Rouge Area Foundation seeks outstanding fiction by emerging African-American authors for the award, which includes a $10,000 cash prize. Deadline Aug. 15. Visit www. ernestjgainesaward.org for details.

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CLASSIFIEDS 24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF JEFFERSON

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NOTICE TO SELL MOVABLE OR IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE Whereas the TESTAMENTARY EXECUTOR of the above Estate, has made application to the Court for the sale at private sale of the movable or immovable property herein described, to-wit: Various commemorative coins, medallions, proof sets, medals and family jewelry. UPON THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS, TO-WIT: All cash to the Succession of Joseph Harold Quinn, Jr. 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 on 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. Clerk of the 24th District Court for the Parish of Jefferson State of Louisiana Attorney: Joseph A. Taranto Address: 2709 Ridgelake Drive, 2nd Floor, Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone: (504) 832-4997 Gambit: 08/04/15

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NOTICE OF FILING OF FIRST TABLEAU OF DISTRIBUTION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Ivan Dale Jones, Administrator of the Succession of Eddye Ruth Castle Jones, No. 728-272, Division M on the docket of the 24th Judicial District Court, has filed a petition seeking authority to pay certain debts of the Succession, in the amount of $159,715.64, as listed in the First Tableau of Distribution. Any interested person has seven (7) days from the date of publication of this Notice to file an opposition to the homologation of the First Tableau of Distribution. These proceedings are pending before the 24th Judicial District Court in and for the Parish of Gretna. The address of the Court is Suite 1100 of the Thomas F. Donelon Courthouse located at 200 Derbigny Street in Gretna, Louisiana. Gretna, Louisiana, this 29th day of July, 2015. Jon A. Gegenheimer, Clerk of Court Joann Gasper, Deputy Clerk Attorney: Mr. William C. Shockey Address: 10114 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70809 Telephone: (225) 291-7500 Gambit: 08/04/15

LOT TWO (2) and TWO-A (2-A) of a ReDivision of BLOCK TWO (2) of ABBEY SUBDIVISION, as shown on a plat of survey entitled “Re-Division of Block 2 of Abbey Subdivision” prepared by Michael Gene Burke, Surveyor, dated January 28, 1971, recorded under Entry No. 333011, records of Lafourche Parish, which subdivision is situated in Section 125, 126 and 127, T15S, R16E, Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. The original subdivision is shown on a plat of Abbey Subdivision prepared by Douglas S. Talbor, C.E., dated April 22, 1970, recorded under Entry No. 327636. Said Lot 2 measures 111.67 feet front on the Northerly side of Parish Road (LA. 308) by a depth on its Westerly sideline of 209.05 feet and 209.84 feet on its Easterly sideline by a width across the rear of 111.67 feet. Lot 2-A measures 111.67 feet on its Southerly side of said road by a depth to the water’s edge of Bayou Lafourche. Together with all buildings and improvements thereon and all rights, ways, privileges and servitudes thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining. and A certain tract of land situated in the Parish of Lafourche, State of Louisiana, on the left descending bank of Bayou Lafourche, and identified as “TRACT B” on the plat of survey prepared by Warren and Associates dated January 13, 1979 and entitled “Proposed division of property of Donald J. Comeaux, et al”, recorded under Entry No. 489049 of the records of Lafourche Parish, Louisiana. Together with all buildings and improvements there and all rights, ways, privileges, servitudes and appurtenances thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining. The improvements thereon bear municipal number 968 Bayou Road, Thibodeaux, LA NOW THEREFORE, in accordance with law, notice is hereby given that LINDA S. TARBET, Administratix, proposes to sell the aforesaid immovable property, at private sale, for the price and upon the terms aforesaid, and the heirs, legatees, and creditors are required to make opposition, if any they have or can, to such sale, within seven (7) days, including Sundays and holidays, from date whereon the last publication of this notice appears. Deputy Clerk of Court Attorney: John W. Becknell, III Address: 3445 N. Causeway Blvd. Suite 736, Metairie, Louisiana 70002 Telephone: (504) 838-7325 Gambit: 07/14/15 & 08/04/15 To Advertise in

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NOTICE TO RESPONDANT Jerome Demond Jones YOU HAVE BEEN SUED BY PETITIONER Hillary Ann Strobel. You have 30 calendar days after this summons and petition are served on you to file a response (FORM FL-220 OR FL-270) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you. If you do not file your response on time, the court may make orders affecting you right to custody of your children. You may also be ordered to pay child support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. NOTICE: The restraining order on Page 2 remains in effect against each parent until the order is dismissed, a judgement is entered, or the court makes further orders. FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. THE NAME AND ADDRESS OF THE COURT ARE: SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT, 351 N. ARROWHEAD AVENUE, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92415. STANDARD RESTRAINING ORDER: Parentage- Custody and Support Case No FAMSS1504132. Starting immediately, you and every other party are restrained from removing from the state, or applying for a passport for, the minor child or children for whom this action seeks to establish a parent-child relationship or a custody order without the written prior consent of every other party or an order of the court. This restraining order takes effect against the petitioner when he or she files the petition and against the respondent when he or she is personally served with the summons and petition or when he or she waives and accepts service. This restraining order remains in effect until the judgement is entered, the petition is dismissed, or the court makes other orders. This order is enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of it.

Notice of Intent to Conduct an Environmental Assessment for Proposed Action to Eliminate Trespass Horses at Fort Polk, LA Public Notice In accordance with the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and Army regulations, the Army is seeking input as well as the participation of animal rights groups and other subject matter experts in developing appropriate alternatives to eliminate trespass horses from the Fort Polk Military Reservation and the Peason Ridge Military Training Area. The U.S. Army Joint Readiness Training Center and Fort Polk will provide opportunities for interested agencies, organizations, and individuals for help in determining the appropriate scope of the Environmental Assessment (EA) to include alternative actions and issues of concern to be considered and analyzed. Fort Polk has a large population of trespass horses. The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Louisiana has determined the horses are trespass livestock to which the Wild Free Roaming Horses and Burros Protection Act of 1971 is not applicable. The population of trespass horses that remain on the training landscape imposes a safety conflict with training activities. This safety risk is unacceptable for troops, Army equipment, and the horses themselves. The EA will evaluate potential impacts associated with a wide range of alternatives regarding the disposition of the trespass horses. The analysis process will identify affected resources, evaluate effects of the proposed actions on those resources, determine alternative implementation methods, and, if necessary, recommend mitigation measures. No decision on any actions regarding the horses or the disposition of the horses will be made until after completion of the EA and careful consideration of issues of concern and reasonable alternative actions identified by the public, appropriate government agencies, and subject matter experts. The Army encourages public input on this issue as well as the participation of animal welfare groups and other subject matter experts in developing an appropriate course of action in regard to this issue. To aid the Army in identifying and evaluating issues and concerns, comments should be as specific as possible. Please submit comments to usarmy. polk.imcom.mbx.pao-public-response@ mail.mil or to the address shown below no later than 30 days from the date of this notice so that your comments and ideas can be addressed in the EA. JRTC and Fort Polk Public Affairs Office Attention: Public Response 7033 Magnolia Drive Bldg. 4919 Fort Polk, LA 71459 A public meeting will be held in Leesville, LA, to receive public input on issues of concern and alternative courses of action. The Leesville meeting will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, August 13 at Leesville City Hall, 101 West Lee Street, Leesville, LA 71446. The meeting will be conducted in an “open house” type forum at which information booths will be established and public comment forms made available. The public can come and go at their convenience during the three-hour timeframe of the meeting.

NOTICE OF SUSPENSION AND ADMINISTRATIVE COMPLAINT TO: Jonuel L. Hernandez Case No: 201405407 A Notice of Suspension to suspend and an Administrative Complaint to revoke your license and eligibility for licensure has been filed against you. You have the right to request a hearing pursuant to Sections 120.569 and 120.57, Florida Statutes, by mailing a request for same to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Division of Licensing, Post Office Box 5708, Tallahassee, Florida 323145708. If a request for hearing is not received by 21 days from the date of the last publication, the right to hearing in this matter will be waived and the Department will dispose of this cause in accordance with law. The feature film presently titled “Night of the Wild” completed principal photography on June 7th. Creditors wishing to file claims or submit invoices should contact nightofthewildbt@gmail. com no later than August 31, 2015.

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 APPLICATION FOR AUTHORITY TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE NOTICE IS GIVEN that KATHY SWEENEY and CHERYL LEE, Co-Executrices of the above estate are applying for authority to sell at private sale, on terms of ONE HUNDRED EIGHT THOUSAND AND NO/100 ($108,000.00) DOLLARS, cash, the immovable property owned by the Succession of Elizabeth Schomberg, wife of/and Matthew P. Toomey described below: 1100 North Turnbull Drive Metairie, Louisiana 70001 An order authorizing Co-Executrices to do so may be issued after seven days from the date of the second publication of this notice. An opposition to the application may be filed at any time prior to the issuance of such an order. By Order of the Court, Clerk of Court Attorney: James H. Roan, Jr. Bar Roll No. 11302 Address: 3535 Ridgelake Drive, Suite K, Metairie, Louisiana 70002 Telephone: (504) 840-9989 Gambit: 08/04/15 & 08/25/15

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IN THE MATTER OF THE SUCCESSION OF EDDYE RUTH CASTLE JONES

NOTICE IS GIVEN that LINDA S. TARBET, Administratix of the SUCCESSION OF ANDREW F. MACDONALD has, pursuant to the provisions of the Louisiana Code of Civil Procedure, Article 3281, petitioned this Honorable Court for authority to sell at private sale, for the price of One Hundred Seventy-Seven Thousand Five Hundred and No/100 Dollars ($177,500.00), the Succession’s interest in and to the following described property situated in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana, to-wit:

LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Denise DeGeorge Alvarez and Sheryl DeGeorge Molter, the co-administratrixes of the succession of Juanita DeGeorge have petitioned this Court for authority to sell immovable property held in the succession in accordance with the provisions of Article 3281 of the code of Civil Procedure, for the price of $100,000.00. The property being sold is identified under residential address of 624 Rebentisch Road, Marrero, Louisiana, being more particularly described as the whole of lots numbers three (3) and four (4), in square number six (6) of the Parish of Jefferson, Louisiana acquired per Judgment of Possession, dated September 10, 2010 of the records of the 24th Judicial District Court Parish of Jefferson bearing docket number 692-348. Terms of the proposed sale agreement have been outlined in the Petition for Private Sale of Succession Property.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of AUDRA CAUTHERN WEHBE please contact Paul C. Fleming, Jr., Attorney, 504-888-3394. Property rights involved. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of the Executor or Heirs of Lisa Salsberry Divinity A/K/A Lisa Salsberry Weary, please contact Paul C. Fleming, Jr. Attorney at 504-888-3394. Be advised that anyone who knows the whereabouts of JEFFERSON FURNITURE STORE INCORPORATED, please contact Harold E. Molaison Esq. at (504) 834-3788. LEGAL NOTICE: SUMMONS FOR Parentage- Custody and Support Case No FAMSS1504132 IN THE SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA.

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4706 St. Peter St. Apt. A

Great location one block to bus, City Park, Delgado. 1 BR, downstairs. Freshly painted, ceiling fans, & ample closets & storage. Furn. kit. Washer & dryer. Off st. pkg., security doors, windows, cameras & lights. Landscaped, fenced yd w/lawn service. Lawn Furniture. One year lease. $950 per mo. + deposit. Water included. Call (504) 638-8667 cell. or (504) 482-7269.

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LARGE UPTOWN APARTMENT 3 BR/2BA, cent a/c, hdwd flrs, W/D, yard. $2250/mo. $2250 SD, 1yr lease. Call to schedule an appt to see. (504) 866-6319.

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Ali is a 1-year-old, neutered, Pit Bull mix. Ali is a fun, happy, goofy, and wiggly guy. He loves tasty treats, will give kisses and loves butt scratches. He can get very playful and will benefit from obedience training. To meet me 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.

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Diamond is the definition of sweet! After a good petting session, she’ll run off to find a fun toy and entertain herself. To meet me 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.

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2/2 R’stord in 2013, 2nd flr, ctyd w/balc &fountain, orig flrs, hi ceils.....................................................................$695,000 553 Emerald 4/3 West Lakefront home, updtd, open kit, carport, fenced yard ............................................................................ $514,900 280 Pi Street Vacant Land Waterfront lot. Minimum building requirement is 2000 sq. ft. 100 x 490. Lot extends into the Intracoastal Waterway. Dock can be built............................................... $159,000 2648 Hyman 3/2 Updated kitchen, nice yard, large garage. New driveway, floors. Good move in condition .......................................... $165,000 803 Burgundy 2/2.5 1253sqft, Pvt Ctyd, Balc, wd flrs, hi ceils, open flr pln, renovated, nearby prkng ......................................................................... $589,500 530 Dauphine 2/1.5 1400sqft, twnhse, balc, ctyd, storage, s/s apps, wshr/dryr, gorgeous views ...................................................................... $875,000

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This spectacular Thomas Sully Mansion, built in 1880 for Joseph Walker, was meticulously restored in 2002. Truly one of the Avenue’s finest examples of Queen Ann Italianate homes! The original details, beautiful inlaid pecan floors and spectacular gourmet kitchen make it an incredible home for entertaining and raising a family. The 3rd floor could be used as an apartment or a mother-in-law suite. Spacious carriage house, enough for overflow guests and the 4 car garage really comes in handy during Carnival!

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1739 URQUHART STREET

Bywater 4-plex; 3788 sq. ft.; Renovated in 2006. Three 3 BR/2 BA units and one 1 BR/1 BA unit. Currently generating $2794 in monthly income. Grossly Under-rented! All leases are month-to-month. Invest in this quiet pocket of Bywater where there are lots of new renovations. $350,000

Walk into an open, large living space with 12’ ceilings and gorgeous heart of pine floors. Sweet home in a desirable location close to the French Quarter. Be a part of the revitalization of an important historic New Orleans neighborhood! $175,000

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Furnished, clean 3 bedrooms/2 baths with fun eclectic decor! Large living room with flat screen TV and plenty of seating, separate dining room and full furnished kitchen with endless counter top space! Master has it’s own en suite bathroom, flat screen TV, large closet and high quality linens! W/D in separate indoor laundry room. Lovely fenced backyard shared with upstairs tenant. Plenty of off-street parking in driveway! LANDLORD pays for lawn, all utilities and an electric bill cap of $200! No pets and no smoking. 3 month minimum.

Minutes from Historic Bay St. Louis by Boat or Land 5 Plus Bedrooms • 2 Master Suites • 3.5 Baths Designer Furnished • 3,600 sq. ft. heated and cooled 7,000 sq. ft. under roof including downstairs porches Granite, Travertine, Cypress Flooring Wet Bar • Pool • Gazebo

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Crescent Title is in the front of building and this is 2 large open rooms in the rear of building. Perfect for law firm or any type of office! Only tenants requiring office space will be considered. Lessor will provide partial build out credit. Only 5 blocks to French Quarter and river, 1700 sq. ft. with high ceilings, cement slab floor and masonry walls. $2,000 a month plus taxes, insurance and utilities.

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