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THU. MARCH 14 | Atlanta pastor, gospel singer and guitarist Travis Greene’s gentle, upbeat style has helped him climb to the top of gospel charts and awards lists, and he says the title of his 2017 album “Crossover” is not a reference to musical concerns. Los Angeles Christian rockers Mosaic MSC open at 8 p.m. at Joy Theater.

Maggie Windler (front left), Todd D’Amour, Janet Shea (back) and Paul Whitty star in “Baby Doll” at Le Petit Theatre.

Le Petit presents a recent version of Tennessee Williams’ drama

Tim O’Brien Band FRI. MARCH 15 | Grammy Award winner Tim O’Brien learned to played strings (fiddle, banjo, mandolin) while growing up in West Virginia and came to prominence with Colorado bluegrass outfit Hot Rize. This week, his current band releases an eponymous album with strains of country, gospel, folk and bolero. 8 p.m. at Chickie Wah Wah.

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able success as a director, especially with Tennessee Williams’ “A Streetcar Named Desire,” that didn’t give the two much leeway with the Catholic Church’s Legion of Decency, which denounced their collaboration on “Baby Doll” on the film’s 1956 release. Some reviewers called it a dirty movie, and it was banned in Sweden and other countries. The title became the name for the fashion of baby doll dresses and nightgowns the film inspired. The namesake character, though she’s about to turn 20 years old in the film, wears clothes that make her seem childlike. She sleeps in a crib (famously captured in the movie poster), partially because her much-older husband Archie’s cotton ginning business has nearly collapsed and they’ve lost their furniture. Their neighbor Silva Vicarro’s new cotton ginning operation had scooped up the local business, but his gin burned down the night before the play’s action begins. He’s brought the cotton to his main competitor and neighbor Archie Meighan to gin and meets the ingenue, Baby Doll. “My little girl, every precious ounce of her, is mine, all mine,” Archie tells Silva, before he leaves them alone. Intrigued by the young woman, who has not consummated her twoyear marriage to Archie, Silva hopes to enlist her to get Archie to divulge whether he set the fire. They sit on a porch swing to talk. The porch swing encounter may have been what upset the Catholic Church, says Maxwell Williams, who is directing the show that opens Friday at Le Petit Theatre. Kazan shot the scene with just closeups of Carroll Baker and Eli Wallach’s faces.

WED. MARCH 13 | The award-winning Czech chamber ensemble stops in New Orleans on its current U.S. tour to perform a program including works by composers it’s focused on in recording — Antonin Dvorak and Bedrich Smetana — as well as Bohuslav Jan Martinu. At 7:30 p.m. at Tulane University’s Dixon Hall.

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What was happening out of view was the question, Williams says. The film also starred Karl Malden as Archie, and despite its star power and perverse and possessive relationships, it didn’t inspire many stage productions. There have been several versions of Williams’ story, and this treatment by Pierre Laville and Emily Mann is a dark comedy. The plot comes from Williams’ one-act play “27 Wagons Full of Cotton,” which Kazan and Williams expanded into “Baby Doll.” In the 1970s, Williams wrote another version called “Tiger Tail.” Laville created a French version, and he and Mann reworked that and drew from earlier versions to create this work. This is its local premiere. This “Baby Doll” is more compact than most of Williams’ plays, trimming all but the core characters. Archie is played by Paul Whitty, who starred as Mitch in “Streetcar” at Le Petit last year. Baby Doll is played by Maggie Windler, a veteran of local musicals who just appeared in Le Petit’s comedy “A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder.” Todd D’Amour (“The Lily’s Revenge,” “Venus in

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FRI.-SUN. MARCH 15-31 | Tommye Myrick directs Carol Sutton, Martin Bats Bradford, Ebony Johnson and others in the story of a family struggling to get ahead, and becoming the first black family to move into a white neighborhood on the south side of Chicago. At 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday at Ashe Power House.

“Into the Woods” FRI.-SUN. MARCH 15-31 | Stephen Sondheim’s musical features fairy tale characters including Cinderella, Rapunzel, Little Red Riding Hood and Sleeping Beauty crossing paths in a further exploration of their stories. At 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday and 2 p.m. Sunday at Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts.

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The number of arrests made in the two-week period leading up to Mardi Gras, according to the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD).

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raised $148,000 for local charities at its annual Mardi Gras table auction, during which diners can bid on coveted Friday lunch tables during the final weekend of Carnival. This year’s charity recipients are the New Orleans Police & Justice Foundation and VIA Link, a crisis intervention program. The auction has raised more than $1.2 million since it began in 2006. (Disclosure: Galatoire’s is owned by Gambit owner John Georges.)

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a Super PAC funded by Baton Rouge businessman and GOP donor Lane Grigsby and former Louisiana Association of Business and Industry president Daniel Juneau, was recently forced to take down radio advertisements condemning Democratic Gov. John Bel Edwards. The ads falsely claimed Edwards “refused to fund early childhood education — not a dime.” The Edwards campaign pointed out that each of the governor’s budgets since he took office included millions for early childhood education.

AT LEAST 608 TONS of beer cans and booze bottles, Popeyes chicken containers, broken strands of beads and other debris had been picked up since the start of Carnival season, a spokeswoman for Mayor LaToya Cantrell said last week. That number is expected to grow. Annual cleanup regularly tops more than 1,300 tons of Mardi Gras refuse. This year, workerd used roughly 120 pieces of equipment. The crews include city workers, employees of contractors Ramelli Janitorial Services and Empire Services, participants in the city’s JOB1 program and Downtown Development District employees. The massive effort is not yet complete. The city will continue to send crews to clean and re-clean areas over the next few days, said City Hall spokeswoman LaTonya Norton. They include employees from the New Orleans Recreation Development Commission, who will focus on playgrounds and parks next to parade routes. Parks and Parkways Department employees will also focus on corridors and parks near the routes, while workers will clear other streets. Residents are encouraged to bring their unwanted Mardi Gras beads to Arc of Greater New Orleans (ArcGNO) on Labarre Road in Metairie or to the city’s Recycling Drop-Off Center on Elysian Fields Avenue in Gentilly. The city’s facility collects beads on the second and fourth Saturdays of each month. — JESSICA WILLIAMS | THE NEW ORLEANS ADVOCATE

That was a 21 percent decrease from the 2018 Mardi Gras season, according to reports from NOPD. Illegal possession of firearms accounted for 81 arrests, 63 of which were made by NOPD and 18 by Louisiana State Police troopers.

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Landry meets with Trump in D.C. Louisiana Attorney General Jeff Landry joined other attorneys general for a bipartisan meeting at the White House last week focused on efforts to combat the nation’s opioid epidemic, human trafficking response and criminal justice reform. Landry, a Republican and president of the National Association of Attorneys General (NAAG), received a special shoutout from President Donald Trump, who referred to Landry as “a friend of mine” in his opening remarks. NAAG held its winter meeting in Washington during Mardi Gras. Landry’s chief initiative as head of the group has been focused on emergency and crisis management. The attorneys general also met with Vice President Mike Pence and U.S. Attorney General William Barr. — ELIZABETH CRISP | THE ADVOCATE

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The Krewe of St. Anne parades through the French Quarter during Mardi Gras. ANOTHER MARDI GRAS has come and gone, and overall it was a mostly successful one, with only one night of rain and one parade cancellation (though an alleged drunk driver killed two cyclists near the Endymion route). The renewed popularity of walking krewes, and the addition of Krewe Boheme, gave us a third weekend of four big walking parades in the French Quarter and Marigny — and moved the now-huge Krewe of Chewbacchus to a fourth weekend (which may not be permanent). The New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) touted a 21 percent drop in arrests over the 2018 Carnival season, while arrests for illegal firearms actually increased. And the city used its NOLA Ready texting app to provide real-time updates on weather conditions as well as changes in parade start times. This gave immediate alerts to those camped out on the routes waiting for parades to pass. Recycling continues to spread, with the Young Leadership Council and the ARC of Greater New Orleans teaming up to collect beads for sorting, collection and resale. Jefferson Parish followed its parades with an ARC of Greater New Orleans truck, encouraging revelers to throw back unwanted beads — a great idea that Orleans Parish should emulate. (You still can offload those beads at an ARC of Greater New Orleans dropoff point, a list of which can be found at www.arcgno.org/throwus-something-mister. These all are welcome improvements, but there’s always more that can be done. For example, it’s time City Hall took a fresh look at transportation priorities during Mardi Gras — not only for paradegoers, but also

for everyone who has to get from home to work and back again during Carnival. One easy fix, it would seem, is to communicate to the public when and where floats will be moving from dens to staging areas in the days and hours before parades, enabling motorists and bicyclists to find alternate routes. Another idea: The New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival has expedited traffic by establishing satellite parking lots and running buses and shuttles to the New Orleans Fair Grounds and City Park. With the vast majority of float parades rolling down St. Charles Avenue (and the walking krewes taking to the streets of the French Quarter and Faubourg Marigny), it may be worth experimenting with satellite parking and regular shuttles to those areas. That would relieve the pressure on cabs and ride-sharing services such as Uber and Lyft (and their riders). We heard plenty of anecdotes this year about Uber and Lyft riders being faced with $80 and $100 rides just to go a few miles. For those who detest the proliferation of ladders, tents, tarps and such on St. Charles Avenue and Canal Street, the city and the RTA should consider keeping the streetcars rolling almost up to parade time. Parks & Parkways crews could help by keeping the tracks clear so people can get around. We offer these ideas for discussion before next Mardi Gras, which falls on Feb. 25, 2020. Until then, New Orleans should congratulate itself on celebrating a fun and very long Mardi Gras season, which had few glitches operationally or weather-wise. See you on the routes next year!

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Economic development with a beat FOR GENERATIONS, one of the most oft-heard laments of local songwriters, composers and music managers — many of them also performers — has been the lack of opportunities for them to make a good living in New Orleans. They hone their talent here, draw their inspiration here, but most have to look elsewhere to make real money. Case in point: The Revivalists, the popular New Orleans rock group with a gold single and a string of soldout national tour dates. They do their photo shoots in City Park but are managed out of Austin, Texas, booked out of Nashville, and their label and PR come from New York. Supporters of the New Orleans Music Economy (NOME) initiative hope to change that narrative. Yeah, we’ve heard that kind of talk before, but the folks pushing NOME say

things are different this time. NOME has backing not just from local music mavens but also from a prominent local bank and the region’s top economic development organization. The state is all in as well with a pair of tax incentive programs. NOME’s first step will be crafting a plan to sustain “the business of music — intellectual property managers, publishers, agents, labels, professional services and creative services,” says GNO Inc. President Michael Hecht. That plan, due in December, will be developed by Sound Diplomacy, an international consultant group that specializes in the music economy. “People ask us what makes NOME different,” Hecht says. “The fundamental thing now is the business community sees this not as just a cultural or philanthropic endeavor but

as a real economic development opportunity to create jobs and wealth.” “This is about growing an industry,” says Sherri McConnell, former head of the entertainment division for Louisiana Economic Development (LED). McConnell conceived the NOME initiative with local composer Jay Weigel, local Grammy winner PJ Morton and others. “The disruption caused by technology in the music industry has given individual artists more power, even if they are not No. 1 on

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The Columns Hotel, at 3811 St. Charles Ave., was built as a private residence in 1883-1884, about the same time as the Montgomery-Grace house, which was built in 1888, according to architect and historian Robert Cangelosi Jr. The Columns originally was built as a home for Simon Hernsheim, a wealthy tobacco merchant. The Italianate-style, three-story building was designed by architect Thomas Sully, who designed many buildings up and down the avenue and across town. Sully’s own family home, which he designed and built in 1886, still stands at 4010 St. Charles Ave. Two of the Hernsheim home’s most striking features are its mahogany stairwell, which rises to meet a square-domed stained glass skylight. Hernsheim and his family lived in the house until 1898, after which it was bought and sold several times. In 1915, it was converted into the Alcion Boarding House. That same year, a hurricane destroyed the building’s cupola. In

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The Columns Hotel on St. Charles Avenue once was the home of a tobacco magnate and his family.

1953, the property became the Columns Hotel, with a name reflecting its signature architectural feature. The hotel fell into disrepair by the 1970s. In 1980, Claire and Jacques Creppel purchased the property and restored the building to its original state. They also converted the first floor bedrooms into dining and lounge areas. The present-day Victorian Lounge once was the family dining room. The hotel has been the setting for several movies, most notably 1978’s “Pretty Baby,” starring Susan Sarandon and a young Brooke Shields. The Columns’ bar serves a pink cocktail, the Pretty Baby, named in Shields’ honor.

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BY KANDACE POWER GRAVES

GAMBIT’S 2019 FAIRS & FESTIVALS GUIDE

OUISIANANS LOVE CELEBRATING TREASURED ASPECTS OF THEIR CULTURE WITH FESTIVALS, and a new one is introduced every year or two. One newcomer this year is the Bluesberry Festival in Covington (see June 8 listing), and the Beignet Fest in New Orleans (Oct. 5) is in its third year. Others have been around for decades, including the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, which celebrates its 50th anniversary with an extra day and a performance by The Rolling Stones, and the 91-year-old International Grand Isle Tarpon Rodeo in July. Other festivals around the state celebrate industries, history, Louisiana foods and music genres including Cajun, zydeco, swamp pop, R&B, jazz, hip-hop, rock and more. There also are events focusing on the environment and wildlife including bears, reptiles, crustaceans, fish and other critters. Most are family-friendly and include activities for children. Whether you want to stay local or take a day or weekend trip, there are lots of choices throughout the year. Gambit’s annual Fairs & Festivals Guide is arranged by month. Take out your datebook and plan your year.

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MARCH 12 PARADIGM GARDENS CONCERT SERIES (1131 S. Rampart St.; www. paradigmgardensnola.com) — The

event, one in a series that also takes place March 26, April 9 and April 23, includes live music by Yocho, food by chefs from three restaurants and desserts from Gracious Bakery. Musical guests and participating chefs change for each event. 6:30 p.m.9 p.m. $80.

12-13 AGAVE WEEK (Ace Hotel, 600 Carondelet St.; www.nolaagaveweek.com)

— The festival, which started March 10, includes tequila seminars, tasting rooms, panel discussions, tequila and mescal competitions, agave dinners and lucha libre, culminating in the Top Taco festival March 14 at Woldenberg Park. Hours and admissions vary.

TUESDAYS MARCH 12-APRIL 16 FAULKNER SOCIETY SPRING CONCERT SERIES ( Ursuline Convent, St. Mary’s Chapel, 1100 Chartres St.; www. faulknersociety.org) — The series of six

weekly concerts is themed “Variations on the Blues: Baroque to Blue Monday” and features major types of music created and heard in New Orleans for 300 years. 6:30 p.m. Free.

14 IRISH CHANNEL ST. PATRICK’S DAY CLUB BLOCK PARTY (Annunciation Square, 1500 Annunciation St.; www. irishchannelno.org) — The annu-

al block party has Irish music and dancers, food and drinks. 10 a.m.6 p.m. Free.

14 TOP TACO ( Woldenberg Park, 1 Canal St.; www.toptaconola.com) — Locat-

ed on the New Orleans riverfront, the festival offers tacos by about three dozen local chefs, margaritas and tequilas and live entertainment by OTRA and Muevelo. 6 p.m.10 p.m. $75-$95.

14-16 IOWA RABBIT FESTIVAL (Burton Coliseum Complex, 7001 Gulf Highway, Lake Charles; www.iowarabbitfestival.org) —

There’s a cook-off, queen pageant, rabbit show, amusement rides, arts and crafts, and food vendors at the festival, which pays homage to the area’s only rabbit processing plant. Live music includes Wayne Toups, Dustin Sonnier, Gyth Rigdon and the CheeWeez. 5 p.m.-10 p.m., 5 p.m.-midnight Friday, 10 a.m.-midnight Saturday. $5, free for children 11 and younger.

14-17 LOUISIANA SPORTSMAN SHOW & FESTIVAL (Lamar-Dixon Expo Center, 9039 S. St. Landry Ave., Gonzales; www. louisianasportsmanshow.com) —

There’s an expansive boat show and exhibits of fishing tackle, hunting gear, ATVs, tractors and power equipment. There also are fishing seminars, competitions and kids’ activities. Noon-7 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. $12, $6 for children 6-12, free for children 5 and younger.

THURSDAYS MARCH 14-MAY 30 THURSDAYS AT TWILIGHT CONCERT SERIES (New Orleans Botanical Garden, New Orleans City Park, 5 Victory Ave.; www.neworleanscitypark.com) — The

weekly spring concert series features traditional jazz, rhythm and blues and other music genres performed by New Orleans musicians in an intimate setting. There’s also mint juleps, wine, beer and food for purchase. 6 p.m. $10.

15 LARK IN THE PARK (New Orleans City Park, 5 Victory Ave.; www.friendsofcitypark.com/event/lark-in-the-park) —

The soiree includes live music, food from three dozen restaurants, auc-

tions and more. There’s a VIP party preceding the main event. 8 p.m.-11 p.m. $100, $90 for park members, $75 for ages 21-35.

15 MOLLY’S AT THE MARKET & JIM MONAGHAN’S PARADE (Molly’s at the Market, 1107 Decatur St.) — March-

ing groups and riders in carriages parade through the French Quarter, beginning and ending at Molly’s at the Market. Parade begins at 6:30 p.m. Free.

15 WESTWEGO FARMERS MARKET FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES (484 Sala Ave., Westwego) — The monthly

series (May’s is replaced by a crawfish cook-off on Saturday, May 4) offers live music by Aaron Foret, food, crafts and more. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Free.

FRIDAYS 15-29 LIVE @ THE LAKEFRONT (Lake Charles Civic Center Arcade Amphitheater, 900 Lakeshore Drive, Lake Charles; www. artscouncilswla.org) — The concert

series features live music from Louisiana bands as well as an art market, food trucks and food from local restaurants. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Free.

15-17 AMITE OYSTER FESTIVAL (Downtown Amite; www.amiteoysterfestival.com) —

There is a variety of oyster dishes to sample, as well as an oyster-eating contest, oyster scavenger hunt, a chili cook-off, carnival rides, games and live Cajun, country, rock ‘n’ roll and reggae music. 5 p.m.-midnight Friday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday. Admission TBA.

15-17 AUDUBON PILGRIMAGE ( Various locations around St. Francisville; www. westfelicianahistory.org) — The annual

event features tours of historic places, birding talks, docents in period costumes, private home tours and other events commemorating the stay of John James Audubon. Hours and admissions vary. PAGE 17

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music, green beer, food and other activities. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Free.

16 ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE & CELEBRATION (Downtown Covington) — The

parade starts at the Columbia Street Taproom, winds through downtown Covington and ends at Rutland and New Hampshire streets with a street party featuring food, drinks and live music. The parade includes Irish dancers, bagpipe players, walking groups and more. Noon-5 p.m. Free.

16 TRACEY’S ST. PADDY’S DAY PARTY (2604 Magazine St.) — The party spills

into the streets where the Irish Channel Parade ends. There’s green beer, corned beef and cabbage and more. 11 a.m.-till. Free.

A group of hikers takes a break from the children’s activities, music, food and art at the Hike Fest on the Lafitte Greenway. This year’s festival is March 23.

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15-17 LOUISIANA NURSERY FESTIVAL (Downtown Forest Hill; www.alexandriapinevillela.com) — It’s the 34th

nursery festival, which includes lots of flowers and plants from local nurseries, gardening equipment, food, carnival rides, arts and crafts and a parade on Saturday. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Free. 15-17 NEW ORLEANS HOME AND GARDEN SHOW (Mercedes-Benz Superdome, 1500 Sugar Bowl Drive, New Orleans; www.neworleanshomeshows.com) —

Home-related services and products are on display and there’s remodeling advice, green building info, decorating and landscaping help, food programs, artist workshops, a theater and automation exhibit, makers market and home building experts. Noon-7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. $15, $10 military personnel, free for children 12 and younger.

16 BASIN BREW FEST ( 700 block of Front Street, Morgan City) — There are

unlimited samples of wine and beer from dozens of Southern breweries and homebrewers. Food is available. 3 p.m.-6 p.m. $30, $5 designated driver, VIP tickets available.

16 CRAFTIN’ CAJUNS SPRING INDOOR CRAFT SHOW & MARKETPLACE (Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, 346

Civic Center Blvd., Houma; www.houmaciviccenter.com) — About 140 vendors

offer art, crafts, books, food, wood crafts, jewelry, soap and more. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

16 FESTIVAL OF LIVE OAKS (New Iberia City Park, 300 Parkview Drive, New Iberia) — There’s live music by Donna

Angelle and her Zydeco Posse, Louisiana Kids and Straight Whiskey, as well as a barbecue cook-off, an Easter egg hunt, train rides, pony rides, face-painting, food booths, and arts and crafts vendors. 9 a.m.3 p.m. Free.

16 IRISH CHANNEL ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE (Irish Channel, New Orleans; www.irishchannelno.org) — The parade

includes men in formal attire, lots of green beads, green beer, men in kilts and more. The parade lines up on Napoleon Avenue and strolls along Magazine Street, turns on Jackson Avenue to St. Charles Avenue to Louisiana Avenue to Magazine Street and ends on Jackson Avenue. 1 p.m.6 p.m. Free.

16 LOUISIANA REDBUD FESTIVAL (Downtown Vivian; www.laredbud.com)

— There are arts, crafts, food vendors, carnival rides and games, a 5k run/walk, a car show, parade, street dance and more. Hours vary. Free.

16 PARASOL’S ST. PATRICK’S DAY BLOCK PARTY ( Third and Constance

16-17 ANTIQUES AND VINTAGE COLLECTIBLES MART (Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner; www.crescentcityglass.org) — The 43rd annual

market includes antiques, depression and pressed glass, china, coins, pottery, jewelry, furniture, linens and more from 28 dealers. There’s also a raffle and parade of prizes. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $8, good for both days.

16-17 FRISCO FEST (San Francisco Plantation, Garyville; www.sanfranciscoplantation. org/frisco-fest) — There are more

than 100 vendors selling art, crafts, local products, antiques, collectibles, Cajun and Creole food and more. There’s also live music, a car show, bike tours, a 5k and 1-mile fun run, petting zoo, pony rides, bungee trampoline and more. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $5, free for children 12 and younger.

17 DOWNTOWN IRISH CLUB PARADE (Bywater and French Quarter; www. downtownirishclub.com) — The walking

parade starts in the Bywater (Burgundy and Piety streets) and snakes through the French Quarter, ending on Bourbon Street. 6 p.m.-till. Free.

17 MARDI GRAS INDIAN SUPER SUNDAY (A.L. Davis Park, 2701 LaSalle St.) —

Generally scheduled for the third Sunday in March near St. Joseph’s Day, Mardi Gras Indians from around the city gather to march through Uptown, starting and ending at A.L. Davis Park, where a Super Sunday festival features live music, food and more. 11 a.m. Free.

17 ST. JOSEPH’S DAY CELEBRATION (1235 N. Peters St.; www.frenchmarket. org) — The event at the Farmers

Market features a St. Joseph’s Day

altar, live music and activities. Noon5 p.m. Free. 17 ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE ON METAIRIE ROAD (Metairie Road, Metairie)

— The annual parade has 100 floats and trucks, bands, marching clubs and riders tossing cabbages, carrots, potatoes and beads. It starts at Archbishop Rummel High School on Severn Avenue and turns on Metairie Road to the Jefferson/Orleans Parish line, ending at Focis Street and Canal Boulevard. Noon-till. Free.

18-31 DANCE FOR SOCIAL CHANGE FESTIVAL ( Various locations in New Orleans; www.dancingrounds.org/dancefor-social-change) — The festival, led

by teenage dance company DG Uprising, explores gentrification and displacement in New Orleans. There’s a block party (11 a.m.-3 p.m. March 23), performances, artist talks, workshops, panels and classes at Dancing Grounds. Hours and admissions vary.

WEDNESDAYS MARCH 20-MAY 22 YLC WEDNESDAY AT THE SQUARE (Lafayette Square South Maestri Place; www.ylcnola.org) — The weekly

10-concert spring series features local bands, food, drinks and more every Wednesday. 5 p.m.8 p.m. Free.

20-23 NEW ORLEANS BOURBON FESTIVAL (Contemporary Arts Center, 900 Camp St.; Hilton New Orleans Riverside, 2 Poydras St.; www.neworleansbourbonfestival.com) — There are grand

tastings, bourbon industry seminars, bourbon pairing dinners, and a VIP Bourbon & Burlesque show. Hours vary. $59-$490.

21-24 PATOIS: THE NEW ORLEANS INTERNATIONAL HUMAN RIGHTS FILM FESTIVAL (Broad Theater, 636 N. Broad St.; www.patoisfilmfest.org) — There

are fiction and documentary screenings, experimental short films and discussions with filmmakers, artists, activists and community leaders. Countries featured in the festival include the U.S., Greece, Palestine, Senegal, Syria and Zambia. Hours vary. Tickets TBA.

21-24 LOUISIANA CRAWFISH FESTIVAL (Frederick Sigur Civic Center, 8245 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette; www.louisianacrawfishfestival.com) — The festival

includes crawfish dishes, live music, pageants, an arts and crafts market, and a midway with carnival rides and games. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Thursday, 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, noon-11:30 p.m. Saturday, noon-9 p.m. Sunday. $5. PAGE 18

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22 DRAFTS FOR CRAFTS (National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., www.draftsforcrafts.org) — The

New orleaNs! a free concert Wednesday, March 20, 2019 • 7:30 p.m. • St. Louis Cathedral Join us to celebrate the composers and performers who have traveled the world sharing homegrown New Orleans sounds with a global audience. For details on the concert and live streaming, visit hnoc.org or LPOmusic.com.

event features live music, food from local restaurants, a beer garden and raffle. 7 p.m. $50-$125.

22-23 BUKU MUSIC + ART PROJECT (Mardi Gras World, 1400 Port of New Orleans Place; www.thebukuproject. com) — More than 65 bands per-

form music in a variety of genres and there are art displays, food and drink vendors and special late shows at the Joy Theater. 2 p.m.-midnight daily. $120, $220 two-day pass. VIP tickets available.

22-23 HAMMOND SMOKIN’ BBQ CHALLENGE ( 200 S.W. Railroad Ave., Hammond; www.hammondbbq. com) — More than 50 professional

cooking teams compete for more than $12,000 in prizes. There are children’s competitions, live music and arts and crafts vendors. 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday. Free.

FRIDAYS MARCH 22-APRIL 12 MANDEVILLE LIVE! (Mandeville Trailhead, 675 Lafitte St., Mandeville)

— The concert series includes six concerts, starting with the Chase Tyler Band (March 22), The Boogie Men (March 29), Dave Jordan and NIA (April 5) and Chubby Carrier (April 12). The series also includes concerts on April 26 and May 3. Food and drinks will be available. 6:30 p.m. Free.

23 ABBEY YOUTH FESTIVAL (St. Joseph Abbey and Seminary College, 75376 River Road, St. Benedict; www. abbeyyouthfest.com) — The festival

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23 BLOOMIN’ ON THE BRICKS (Downtown Natchitoches; www.natchitoches. com/bloomin-bricks) — The garden

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festival includes sales of plants, flowers, lawn furniture and garden accessories, and there’s live music and kids’ activities. 9 a.m.3 p.m. Free.

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23 CHILDREN’S WORLD’S FAIR (Louisiana Children’s Museum, 420 Julia St.; www.lcm.org) — The daylong event

LUNCH • $14.95 DINNER • $21.95 310 North Carrollton Ave 504-485-5658 Sun-Thurs 11am-10pm • Fri & Sat 11am-11pm

for high school students 13 and older includes speakers, discussions, live music and more. 10 a.m.9 p.m. $40.

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includes cultural performances, games, music, literature, and crafts focusing on Canada, China, Colombia, Denmark, France, Ireland, the Philippines and Senegal. 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. $20, $16 for museum members.

25-26 BAYOU COUNTRY SUPER FEST (LSU Tiger Stadium, Nicholson Drive and North Stadium Road, Baton Rouge; www.bayoucountrysuperfest.com) —

The annual country music festival returns to Baton Rouge with a music lineup that includes Kenny Chesney, Jason Aldean, Florida Georgia Line, Kane Brown, Brett Young, Dan + Shay, Cassadee Pope and Chase Rice. Hours TBA. $130 and up for two-day pass. 25-31 SONGS ON THE BAYOU ( Various locations in Morgan City; www.songsonthebayou.com) — The six-day

The Paradigm Gardens Concert Series includes live music, food from a revolving list of restaurants and dessert from Gracious Bakery.

23 FETE FRANCAISE (Ecole Bilingue de la Nouvelle-Orleans, 821 Gen. Pershing St; www.ebnola.net) — The festival cel-

ebrates Francophone heritage with fine art, crafts, 25 food booths, two stages for live music, children’s activities and cultural demonstrations. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

23 HIKE FEST (Lafitte Greenway Great Lawn, 500 N. Galvez St.; www.lafittegreenway.org/hike2019) — The annual

hike includes live music, food and art vendors, storytelling, kids’ activities and guided walking tours. 11 a.m.6 p.m. Free.

23 KENNER HOT DIGGITY DOG FEST (Kenner City Park, 3800 Loyola Drive, 5050 Williams Blvd., Kenner) —

The dog-friendly event includes live music, food and pet adoptions. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

23 ITALIAN-AMERICAN ST. JOSEPH’S PARADE (French Quarter; www.italianamericansociety.net) — The St. Joseph’s

Society hosts the parade, which has 16 floats, nine marching bands and marchers in tuxedos. It starts at the intersection of Convention Center Boulevard and Girod Street. 6 p.m.-till. Free.

23 PARTY FOR THE PLANET (Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, 11000 Lake Forest Blvd.; www.audubonnatureinstitute. org/party-for-the-planet) — Attendees

learn about protecting the environment through educational exhibits, hands-on activities, a demonstration at the planetarium and more. A series of related celebrations are scheduled at the Audubon Zoo and

the Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium on future dates. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. 23 SPRING SWEEP (New Canal Lighthouse, 8001 Lakeshore Drive; www.saveourlake. org) — Volunteers, Save Our Lake

partners and sponsors commemorate the importance of the Pontchartrain Basin with an event to clean curbs, ditches and storm drains in areas around the basin. Donuts and coffee are served at the lighthouse from 8:30 a.m.-10 a.m., and trash bags and bottled water are provided. 8:30 a.m.-noon. Free.

24 ABITA SPRINGS BUSKER FESTIVAL (Abita Springs Park, 22044 Main St., Abita Springs; www.trailheadmuseum.org)

— Developed to preserve Louisiana roots music, the festival brings together some of the best street musicians. There also are food and drinks for sale. The music lineup includes Tuba Skinny, Dr. Bird & the Beak Division, Shake ‘Em Up Jazz Band and others. 11:30 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. 24 LOUISIANA IRISH-ITALIAN PARADE (4436 Veterans Memorial Boulevard, Metairie; www.lairish-italian.org) — The

parade rolls on Veterans Memorial Boulevard from Clearview Center toward the Orleans Parish line. Noontill. Free.

24 WOOFSTOCK (Castine Center, 63350 Pelican Drive, Mandeville) — The event

includes pet adoptions, a low-cost vet clinic from 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m., food, beer, a children’s area, raffles and a pet products market. 8:30 a.m.3 p.m. Free.

songwriters’ festival includes live music, sunset picking parties, a faisdo-do, workshops, a song contest and conference sessions. Hours and admissions vary. 26 PARADIGM GARDENS CONCERT SERIES (1131 S. Rampart St.; www.paradigmgardensnola.com) — See March

12 listing for event details.

27-31 ART IN BLOOM (New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Circle; www.noma. org/event/art-in-bloom-2019) — The

theme of the event is Illuminations: Looking Within and Beyond and includes more than 100 exhibitors showcasing floral designs and inventive uses of light. There also are lectures, a luncheon and a patron party. Hours and admissions vary.

27-31 TENNESSEE WILLIAMS NEW ORLEANS LITERARY FESTIVAL ( Various locations, www.tennesseewilliams.net) —

There are literary discussions, speakers, workshops, walking tours, a Stella and Stanley shouting contest, and book, culinary and music events. Speakers/performers include Pulitzer Prize winner Robert Olen Butler, Dorothy Allison, Jami Attenberg, Douglas Brinkley, Alafair Burke, Val Kilmer, Maureen Corrigan, Michael Cunningham, Silas House, Bernice McFadden, Kent Wascom and others. Hours and admissions vary.

29-30 HOGS FOR THE CAUSE ( UNO Lakefront Arena, 6801 Franklin Ave.; www. hogsforthecause.org) — There are 90

teams serving barbecue, competitions in various barbecue categories, more than 20 bands on three stages, local beer and Southern food. 3:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-8:45 p.m. Saturday. $55 and up.

29-30 MERRYVILLE HERITAGE & PIONEER FESTIVAL (Merryville Museum, 628 N. Railroad Ave., Merryville; www.merryvilleheritagefestival.com) — There’s live

music, pioneer craft demonstrations,

cowboy shootouts, museum tours, a pageant, a washboard tournament, food and crafts, a petting zoo, parade and carnival. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. $5, free for children under 3 and active military personnel. 29-31 JACKSON ASSEMBLY ANTIQUES AND ART SHOW (1740 Charter St.; Jackson, Louisiana; www.jacksonassemblyantiquesshow.com) — The three-day

event has antiques, collectibles and art from dealers in the South. The art show features fine art, jewelry, pottery baskets and more. There also are plants for sale, food and drinks and tours of historic buildings. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Free.

29-31 SAINTS AND SINNERS (Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St.; www.sasfest. com) — The festival includes LGBT

publishers, writers and readers from across the country, as well as panel discussions, book launches and master classes. Hours vary. Registration $150, partner party pass $25.

30 BIG BASS FISHING RODEO AND FISHTIVAL (New Orleans City Park, 56 Dreyfous Drive; www.neworleanscitypark.com/big-bass-fishing-rodeoand-fishtival) — The oldest freshwater

fishing rodeo in the country features exhibitions, raffles, vendors with fishing tackle and other goods and fishing competitions. 9 a.m.-noon (Fishtival). Free.

30 CAMELLIA CITY KIDS FUN FEST (Heritage Park, 1701 Bayou Lane, Slidell; www. facebook.com/camelliacitykidsfunfest)

— The fourth annual festival includes pony rides, a petting zoo, inflatable structures, a maze, obstacle course, arts and crafts, food and entertainment. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $5.

30 LAFAYETTE HOLI: ACADIANA’S FESTIVAL OF COLORS (Girard Park, 500 Girard Park Drive, Lafayette) — The

highlight of the festival celebrating spring and friendship is the “color throw,” a tradition in India, in which festivalgoers toss colored powder on each other. There’s also live music, dance performances, Indian food and a children’s play area. 11 a.m.4 p.m. Free. 30 NORTH LOUISIANA SWEET POTATO FESTIVAL (Courthouse Square, Oak Grove) — The daylong festival

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30-31 CONGO SQUARE RHYTHMS FESTIVAL (Armstrong Park, 701 N. Rampart St.; www.congosquarerhythms.com)

— The 12th annual festival has Mardi Gras Indians, African dancing and music, brass bands, jazz, soul and funk music. There’s an arts market, food court, special events and a “Class Got Brass” competition featuring middle and high school brass bands. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. Free.

30-31 NEW ORLEANS SPRING FIESTA (826 St. Ann St.; www.springfiestanola. com) — The celebration of New

Orleans culture includes a parade of horse-drawn carriages in the French Quarter, presentation of the queen at Jackson Square and tours of private home, gardens and courtyards. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. $15-$20 in advance, $20-$30 day of event.

30-31 OLDE TOWNE SLIDELL SPRING ANTIQUE STREET FAIR (First, Second and Erlander streets, Slidell; www.slidellantiques.com) — The two-day shopping

festival features more than 200 vendors offering antiques, collectibles, art, crafts and food. There also are three stages of live music. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

31 MUSIC UNDER THE OAKS (Audubon Park, Newman Bandstand; www.audubonnatureinstitute.org/events) — The

free concert series includes performances by Loyola Jazz Ensemble (March 31), the LPO String Quartet (April 7) and New Orleans Concert Band (April 14). Food and drinks are available for purchase. 5 p.m.-6:30 p.m. Free.

31 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP LOUISIANA CRAWFISH ETOUFFEE COOK-OFF (Northwest Pavilion, 501 Samuel Drive, Eunice; www.etouffeecookoff.org) — The

34th annual festival includes food and drinks, live music, arts and crafts vendors and lots of crawfish etouffee. Music headliners include Jamie Bergeron and Kickin Cajuns, Troy LeJeune & Cajun Revue and Jason Frey & Lagniappe. 10 a.m. 4 p.m. Free.

APRIL TUESDAYS 2-16 FAULKNER SOCIETY SPRING CONCERT SERIES ( Ursuline Convent, St. Mary’s Chapel, 1100 Chartres St.; www. faulknersociety.org) — The series

of six weekly concerts is themed Variations on the Blues: Baroque to Blue Monday and features major types of music created and listened to in New Orleans for 300 years. 6:30 p.m. Free.

WEDNESDAYS APRIL 3-MAY 22 YLC WEDNESDAY AT THE SQUARE (Lafayette Square, South Maestri Place; www.ylcnola.org) — See March 20

listing for description.

3-7 NEW ORLEANS WINE & FOOD EXPERIENCE ( Various locations in New Orleans; www.nowfe.com) — The

annual festival has tasting events, wine dinners, culinary experiences, seminars and the Royal Street Stroll shopping and sampling event. Hours and admissions vary.

4-6 BOGGY BAYOU FESTIVAL (Boggy Bayou Festival Grounds, Heritage Road, Highway 1172, Pine Prairie) — Live

music, Cajun and Creole food, arts and crafts, king and queen contests, amusement rides and games are among offerings at the festival. 3:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. daily. $6, $1 for children.

5-7 AKS BEAD & JEWELRY SHOW (Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner; www.aksshow.com/venue/pontchartrain-center) — Dozens of whole-

salers exhibit and sell jewelry, beads and beading supplies, designer cabochons, gemstones, pearls and other accessories. There also are classes. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $5 weekend pass, free for children under 16.

5-7 CYPRESS SAWMILL FESTIVAL (Kemper Williams Park, 264 Cotten Road, Patterson; www.cypresssawmillfestival.com) — The All-American

Lumberjack show is a feature of the festival, which also includes live music, amusement rides, a softball tournament, arts and crafts, an old engine display, classic car show and songwriting workshop. Hours TBA; $5 Friday, $10 Saturday, $5 per carload Sunday.

5-7 FESTA ITALIANA (400 block of Williams Boulevard, Kenner; www.italianheritagefestival.com) — The Italian heritage

festival has food, live music, amusement rides, games, crafts vendors and more. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, noon-10 p.m. Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday. $5, free for children 12 and younger.

5-7 KITE FEST LOUISIANE ( West Baton Rouge Soccer Complex, Highway 415 at Rosedale Road, Port Allen; www.westbatonrouge.net) — There’s a kite design

competition, a kite-making workshop, indoor kite flying, inflatable structures, live music, food booths and professional kite flying teams. Hours TBA. Free.

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5-7 SCOTT BOUDIN FESTIVAL (Lions Club Road in front of City Hall, Scott; www. scottboudinfestival.com) — The festival

celebrates Cajun culture, particularly boudin, and there’s live music by Keith Frank & Soileau Zydeco, Lil Nate & the Zydeco Big Timers, Chris Ardoin & NuStep Zydeko and others, plus food vendors, carnival rides and kids’ activities. $5 Friday and Saturday, free for children 5 and younger, free Sunday. 5-8 GREAT LOUISIANA BIRDFEST (Northlake Nature Center, 23135 Highway 190 E., Mandeville; www.northlakenature.org/ birdfest) — The festival is held during

bird migration season, when songbirds, waterfowl and other birds pass through the area, and includes tours of migratory bird habitats, workshops and other events. Registration required. Hours and admissions vary. 6 ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN SOCIETY FESTIVAL (Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St.; www.audubonnatureinstitute.org/apas) — There are cultural

performances, live music, educational displays, handmade crafts from Asian countries and Asian foods. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Free with regular zoo admission.

6 CRAWFEST ( Tulane University, LBC Berger Family and Newcomb quads; www.crawfest.tulane.edu) — More than

20,000 pounds of crawfish will be prepared for the festival, which allows attendees unlimited mudbugs. There also are two stages of live music, local food and art vendors. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Admission TBA, free for children 11 and younger.

6 FRERET STREET FESTIVAL (Freret Street between Napoleon Avenue and Valmont Street; www.freretstreetfestival. org) — There’s live music on three

stages, pet adoptions and more than 200 vendors offering art, clothing, food and other items. 11 a.m.6 p.m. Free.

6 LOUISIANA CRAWFISH BOIL CHAMPIONSHIPS (4520 Sixth St., Marrero; www.louisianacrawfishchamps.org) —

There’s live music by Bucktown All Stars, Junior and Sumtin’ Sneaky and Joey Thomas Band as well as amusement rides and thousands of pounds of crawfish cooked by dozens of cooking teams competing for championship titles. 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Admission TBA.

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chapter of the American Culinary Federation hosts the event, which includes dishes by 35 Louisiana chefs. There’s also live entertainment, auctions and an open bar. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. $100. 9 PARADIGM GARDENS CONCERT SERIES (1131 S. Rampart St.; www.paradigmgardensnola.com) — See March

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10-14 A TASTE OF COVINGTON ( Various locations in Covington; www.atasteofcovington.com) — The five-day event

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— The parade features 53 floats, 35 marching groups and 1,500 members tossing about 350,000 pounds of produce to revelers. The procession starts and ends at Meraux Drive and West Judge Perez Drive. Noontill. Free. 6 SCOTTISH TARTAN FESTIVAL (Scotland Farms, Highway 79 and Highway 518, Minden; www.scotlandfarms.com)

— There are arts and crafts, antiques, collectibles, food booths, live music, demonstrations, games, a dog show, storytelling, Irish step dancing and bagpipe music. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $7, $3 ages 6-12, free for children under 6. 6 TOP OF THE TECHE (131 Mistric St., Leonville; www.tourduteche.com) — The

7.7-mile race for kayaks, canoes and pirogues goes from Leonville to Arnaudville. Competitors vie for trophies in 15 classes. 7 a.m.-2 p.m. $40. 6-7 ART IN THE PASS ( War Memorial Park, Pass Christian, Mississippi; www.artinthepass.com) — About 100 artists from

more than a dozen states exhibit and sell their works, and there’s a student art show. On Sunday, Celebrate the Gulf Marine Education Festival is held concurrently (10 a.m.-3 p.m.) and offers hands-on activities focused on marine life and the environment. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Free.

Baton Rouge; www.ebbandflowbr.org) —

The event celebrates visual art, film, music and interactive media. There’s a singer-songwriter conference, a juried art show, a trade fair, live music, food booths and arts and crafts. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday. Free.

6-7 NEW ORLEANS SPRING FIESTA (826 St. Ann St.; www.springfiestanola. com) — See March 30-31 listing for

event details.

6-7 SPRING GARDEN SHOW (New Orleans Botanical Garden, 5 Victory Ave., City Park; www.neworleanscitypark/events/ spring-garden-show) — There are

dozens of horticulture exhibits, a marketplace, educational lectures, a plant health clinic, plant sale and children’s activities. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $10, $5 for children 5-12, free for children 4 and younger and Friends of City Park members. 7 & 14 MUSIC UNDER THE OAKS (Audubon Park, Newman Bandstand; www.audubonnatureinstitute.org/events) — See

March 31 listing for event details.

7 PINCH A PALOOZA FESTIVAL (Deanie’s Seafood, 1713 Lake Ave., Metairie; www.pinchapalooza.com) —

6-7 DELGADO MUSIC FESTIVAL (Delgado Community College, 615 City Park Ave.) — The two-day festival includes

The party features crawfish-eating contests and races, kids’ activities, face painting, inflatables, live music, boiled crawfish and other crawfish dishes. Noon-7 p.m. Admission for $1 donation.

6-7 EBB & FLOW FESTIVAL (Riverfront,

9 BEST CHEFS OF LOUISIANA (Sen. Ted Hickey Ballroom, University Center, University of New Orleans, 2000 Lakeshore Drive; www.acfno.org) — The local

live music, master classes, a songwriting contest and vendors. Hours TBA. Free.

features vintner dinners, grand tastings, live music, a Champagne jazz brunch, art walk and more. Hours and admissions vary.

11-13 LOUISIANA RAILROAD DAYS FESTIVAL (Railroad Museum Park, DeQuincy) — There are carnival rides, food

booths, contests, a queen pageant, arts and crafts marketplace, a parade and live music. 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Thursday, 1 p.m.-midnight Friday, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday. Free.

11-13 PADDLE BAYOU LAFOURCHE (Bayou Lafourche from Donaldsonville to Lockport; www.outreach.btnep.org) — The

three-day, 50-mile paddle offers overnight camping with live music, local food and other activities. Boaters can participate in some or all of the days. Preregistration required. $50-$70 per day, $150-$210 for three days.

11-14 FRENCH QUARTER FESTIVAL (French Quarter of New Orleans; www.fqfi.org)

— Hundreds of musicians in a range of genres perform on more than 20 stages throughout the French Quarter and along the riverfront. There’s food from dozens of restaurants, films, lectures and children’s activities. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Thursday and Sunday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Free.

12 & 26 MANDEVILLE LIVE! (Mandeville Trailhead, 675 Lafitte St., Mandeville) — See

March 22 listing for event details.

12 NEW ORLEANS SPRING PSYCHIC FAIR ( Wyndham Garden Hotel, 6401 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, www. neworleanspsychicfair.com) — As-

trology and tarot readers, psychic mediums, energy practitioners and people giving spiritual advice will be on hand. 3 p.m.-10 p.m. Free admission.

12 WESTWEGO FARMERS MARKET FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES (484

Sala Ave., Westwego) — The concert series offers live music by the Tuzack Martin Band, food, crafts and more. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Free. 12-13 BAYOU TECHE BLACK BEAR FESTIVAL (Banks of Bayou Teche, downtown Franklin; www.bayoutechebearfest. org) — There’s a wooden boat show

(Friday-Sunday), educational exhibits, field trips, children’s activities, amusement rides, cook-offs, a 5k run and live music. 6 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday. Free.

12-14 DOWNTOWN LAKE CHARLES CRAWFISH FESTIVAL (Lake Charles Civic Center, 900 Lakeshore Drive, Lake Charles; www.downtowncrawfest.com) —

There’s a 5k walk/run carnival rides, live Cajun, zydeco and pop music, an art show, carnival rides, food and more. Sunday is the carnival only. 4 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. $12, free for children 10 and younger.

12-14 GRAND ISLE BLESSING OF THE FLEET FESTIVAL (Highway 1, Grand Isle; www.townofgrandisle.com/events/ grand-isle-blessing-fleet-fair) — The

festival includes a blessing of the fishing fleet, carnival rides and games, food and drink vendors, live music, auctions and a pageant. 4 p.m.-2 a.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-midnight Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. Admission TBA.

12-14 GRAND ISLE MIGRATORY BIRD FESTIVAL (Highway 1, Grand Isle; www.townofgrandisle.com/events/ grand-isle-migratory-bird-festival) —

The festival celebrates the arrival of migratory birds and provides viewing access for birdwatchers. There are birdwatching tours, kayak tours through mangroves and boat tours to a pelican rookery. Hours and admissions vary.

12-14 OLD SCHOOLHOUSE ANTIQUE FAIR (123 S. Church St., Washington; www. oldschoolhouseantiquemall.com) — The

semi-annual fair features more than 200 vendors on 6 acres offering antiques and vintage items of all types. There’s also barbecue. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Free.

12-14 PONCHATOULA STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL (Memorial Park, North Sixth St., Ponchatoula; www.lastrawberryfestival. com) — There are food booths, lots

of things made with strawberries, a pageant, a parade, arts and crafts, children’s activities and live music from Mothership, Chubby Carrier, Aaron Foret and others. Noon-10

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p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. Free. 13 ART AT THE PARK FAMILY FUN DAY (Christ Episcopal School, 80 Christwood Blvd., Covington; www.501auctions.com/ artatthepark) — The event is dedicat-

ed to art, with art tents, children’s activities, artist demonstrations, an art market, student art show, food and more. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission TBA.

13 FRANKLIN PARISH CATFISH FESTIVAL (Downtown Winnsboro; www. franklinparishcatfishfestival.com) —

The daylong, alcohol-free festival draws more than 15,000 visitors and features more than 4,000 pounds of pond-raised catfish cooked several ways. There’s live music, vendors selling arts and crafts, food and other products, an antique car show, children’s area, petting zoo, quilt show, flower show and health fair. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. $5. 13 NOMA EGG HUNT & FAMILY FESTIVAL (Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle; www.noma.org/event/noma-egg-hunt-and-family-festival-2019)

— There are Easter egg hunts, a petting zoo, face painting, inflatables and other activities. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. $15, $10 for museum members, free for children 2 and younger.

13 RAILROAD FESTIVAL (Park Avenue, downtown Ruston; www.facebook.com/ railroadfest) — Live music, food trucks

and handmade wood crafts, jewelry and more are part of the festival. Musical guests include Black Dog Friday, The Rival Nova, Cold Canyons and others. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Free.

13 SOUTHDOWN SPRING MARKET-

PLACE (Southdown Plantation, 1208 Museum Drive, Houma; www.southdownmuseum.org/marketplace) — The

semi-annual event features about 300 local and national vendors of art, clothing, garden accessories, jewelry, wood crafts and more. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. $5, free for children under 12.

13 SPRING FOR ART (St. Tammany Art Association, 320 N. Columbia St., Covington; www.sttammany.art/events/2019/4/13/ spring-for-art) — The festival in the

streets of downtown Covington includes live music, art shows, demonstrations, performances and more. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Free.

13-14 BATON ROUGE BLUES FESTIVAL (100 North Blvd., Baton Rouge; www.batonrougebluesfestival.org) — The music

lineup includes Mavis Staples, Kenny Neal, William Bell, Deacon John and others. There also are talks with musicians and food and art vendors. Noon-10 p.m. Free.

13-14 EGG SCRAMBLE (Carousel Gardens Amusement Park and Storyland, New Orleans City Park, 7 Victory Ave.; www. neworleanscitypark.com/events/ egg-scramble) — More than 36,000

Easter eggs will be hidden in the amusement park and Storyland for kids to find. 9 a.m.-noon. $10, $5 Friends of City Park members.

16 EARTH DAY (New Orleans Botanical Garden, 5 Victory Ave.; www.neworleanscitypark.com/events/earth-day)

— With a focus on environmental protection, the festival offers educational exhibits, kids’ activities, free meditation classes, live music by The Necessary Gentlemen, cooking

demonstrations, food trucks and cooking demonstrations. 4 p.m.-7 p.m. Admission by donation. 18-21 NEW ORLEANS POETRY FESTIVAL ( Various locations in New Orleans; www. nolapoetry.com) — There are open-

mic readings, featured performances and readings, live music, art openings, special events and a smallpress book fair. Hours vary. $75 all-access pass.

20 CRESCENT CITY CLASSIC (New Orleans; www.ccc10k.com) — The foot

race starts at the Superdome at 8 a.m. and winds through the French Quarter, ending at City Park with a party featuring Creole cuisine and live music. There’s also a two-day health and fitness expo that is open to the public. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Admissions vary.

20 GRETNA FOOD TRUCK FEST (Gretna Farmers Market & Art Walk, 739 Third St., Gretna) — Food trucks gather

downtown for dinner service. 5 p.m.9 p.m. Free.

22-28 ZURICH CLASSIC ( Tournament Players Club, 11001 Lapalco Blvd., Avondale; www.zurichgolfclassic.com) — This stop

on the PGA Championship Tournament circuit draws international golf stars. There’s also food and live entertainment. Gates open 9 a.m. Monday-Tuesday, 6:30 a.m.-Wednesday-Sunday. $35 daily, $85 weekly pass, free for children 17 and younger accompanied by an adult.

23 PARADIGM GARDENS CONCERT SERIES (1131 S. Rampart St.; www.paradigmgardensnola.com/concertseries) —

See March 12 listing for event details.

24-28 CYCLE ZYDECO (413 Coolidge St., Lafayette; www.cyclezydeco.org) — The

four-day touring ride and festival goes through Lafayette, the Grand Coteau/Sunset/Opelousas area, Breaux Bridge and New Iberia with rides ranging from 61 kilometers to 100 kilometers. There’s also Cajun food, live music, brewery tours, swamp tours and other activities. Hours and admissions vary.

24-28 FESTIVAL INTERNATIONAL (Downtown Lafayette; www.festivalinternational.org) — The five-day festival draws

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more than 300,000 revelers annually and features performances by artists from more than 20 countries. There also are workshops, exhibits, visual and performing arts and more. The music lineup includes Tank and the Bangas, Anders Osborne, Boukman

Eksperyans, Lil Buck Sinegal, Sweet Crude and others. Hours vary. Free. 25-28 NEW ORLEANS JAZZ & HERITAGE FESTIVAL (Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, 1751 Gentilly Blvd.; www.nojazzfest. com) — The festival expands to

eight days for its 50th event, which features hundreds of musicians, including The Rolling Stones, plus food, crafts, artist interviews, a kids’ tent and more. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. daily. $75 advance (through April 24), $85 at the gate. VIP tickets available.

26 FESTIVAL DE LA PRAIRIE (St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 15208 Highway 73, Prairieville; www.stjohnchurch.org) — There are amusement

rides, games, music, food vendors and a silent auction. 6 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Friday, 1 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sunday. Free.

26 SPRING ART WALK (Downtown Lake Charles; www.artscouncilswla.org/ events/whats-coming-up/spring-artwalk) — The arts showcase includes

visual arts, theatrical arts, literature and live music. Downtown spaces will become pop-up galleries and there are street performers, art competitions and an arts market. 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Free.

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26 ZOO-TO-DO FOR KIDS (Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St.; www.audubonnatureinstitute.org/ztdk) — Live music,

sing-alongs and entertainment are staged throughout the zoo, and there are games, crafts, inflatables, face painters and food from dozens of restaurants. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. $25, $20 for zoo members; $40 early admittance (5 p.m.).

26-27 PARKS CRACKLIN’ COOK-OFF (Cecile Rousseau Poche Memorial Park, 1019 Periou St., Parks; www.parkscracklincookoff.com) — There’s a crackling

cook-off, a $5,000 raffle, live music and more. 6 p.m.-midnight Friday, 10 a.m.-midnight Saturday. Free.

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26-28 CAJUN FEST ( Visitation of Our Lady, 3500 Ames Blvd., Marrero; www.vol.org/ cajunfest) — The festival includes

food, live music from Groovy 7, The Chee Weez and Ryan Foret and Foret Tradition and others, kids’ activities, auctions, a talent search, chicken drop bingo, a royal tea and a fun run. Hours TBA. Free.

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on location by Louisiana artists. All artworks are for sale. A reception for the artists is open to the public Friday. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. Free. 26-28 ETOUFFEE FESTIVAL (Little Flower Gym, 370 Main St., Arnaudville; www. arnaudvillecatholic.org) — The fes-

tival includes etouffee dishes, live music, carnival rides, bingo, a car show, cook-off, a marketplace and 5k run. 5 p.m.-midnight Friday, 11 a.m.-midnight Saturday, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Free.

26-28 FAMILY FEST (Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church, 1109 Cypress St., Sulphur; www.facebook.com/olpsandolsfamilyfest) — The signature Family Fest Roll

is an eggroll with crawfish etouffee inside. Other dishes include fried fish, crawfish etouffee, jambalaya, funnel cakes and fried Oreos or Twinkies. There’s also live music, auctions, bingo, carnival rides and children’s activities. Noon-9 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Free. 26-28 ITALIAN FESTIVAL (50081 Highway 51, Tickfaw; www.theitalianfestivalorg.com)

— Live music by Chase Tyler Band, The Dominos, 90 Degrees West and others is on tap, as well as a spaghetti cook-off, a ball, queen’s pageant, parade, carnival rides and more. 6 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday, 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. Free.

26-28 LA FETE DU MONDE (Central Lafourche Market, Highway 1 at Highway 90, Mathews; www.facebook.com/lockportfoodfestival) — Previously called

the Lockport Food Festival, this celebration features live music from Clustafunk, Category 6, Tet Dur and others, a foot race, amusement rides, auctions, food and other activities. 6 p.m.-1 a.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-1 a.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. Free.

26-MAY 5 SIX OF SATURNS ( Three Keys, Ace Hotel, 600 Carondelet St.; www. threekeysnola.com/sixofsaturns/2019)

— The festival provides 10 nights of music, collaboration and culture with live performances nightly. 9 p.m.-till daily. Free with RSVP.

27 ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT CRAWFISH COOKOFF (Fritchie Park, 905 W. Howze Beach Road, Slidell; www.louisiananorthshore.com/events/annual-events/ crawfish-cook-off) — About 60 teams

compete in a cook-off of 45,000 pounds of crawfish. About 8,000 people attend the event, which

includes live music, kids’ activities and food and drink vendors. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $30 in advance, $35 at the gate, free for children 12 and younger. 27 DENHAM SPRINGS ANTIQUE VILLAGE SPRING FESTIVAL (Historic District and Antique Village, Denham Springs; www.denhamspringsantiquedistrict.net) — More than 150 vendors

offer products and food. There are art exhibits, games, rides for the kids and live music. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

27 GIROD STREET STROLL (Girod Street, Mandeville Trailhead to the lakefront, Mandeville; www.oldmandevillebiz. com) — More than 30 food and drink

businesses provide tasting plates and specialty mint juleps, and participants can vote on their favorite. There’s also live music by Neo Brass Band and art vendors. Visitors must buy a commemorative cup to participate in mint julep and food tastings. 5 p.m.-9 p.m. $35.

27 GULF COAST VETERANS INC. ARTS & CRAFTS FAIR (Northshore Harbor Center, 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell; www.gulfcoastveteransinc.org) — The

Louisiana crafts show will offer art, crafts and other products from more than 80 vendors. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

27 HOSPICE FOUNDATION OF THE SOUTH CRAWFISH COOKOFF (Fritchie Park, 901 Howze Beach Road, Slidell; www.thehospicehouse.org/events)

— More than 40,000 pounds of crawfish are prepared by 60 teams competing for the title of “Best Crawfish in St. Tammany Parish.” Admission includes all the crawfish you can eat and live entertainment. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Tickets $30 in advance, $35 at the door, free for children 12 and younger. 27 LAWRENCE PARK PORCH FEST (Lawrence Park, Third Street, Morgan City; www.facebook.com/lawrenceparkporchfest) — Seven bands play on the

porches of homes and in a gazebo in Lawrence Park. Food, drinks, kids activities, a fun run and a fun house also are on tap. 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Free.

27-28 ANGOLA PRISON RODEO (Angola Prison Rodeo Arena, Louisiana State Penitentiary, 17544 Tunica Trace, St. Francisville; www.angolarodeo.com) —

The rodeo, held in April and October, has bull riding, bareback riding, wild horse racing, barrel racing, chariot racing and wild cow milking events as well as food vendors, live music and an inmates’ crafts market.

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9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., rodeo starts at 2 p.m. $20. 27-28 COVINGTON ANTIQUES & UNIQUES FESTIVAL (419 N. New Hampshire St., Covington; www.covingtonantiquesanduniquesfestival.com) — The two-day

event offers antiques, vintage collectibles, crafts, appraisals, demonstrations, historic tours, classic cars, food, music and a live auction. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

29 WWOZ PIANO NIGHT (House of Blues, 225 Decatur St.; www.wwoz.org/pianonight) — The event celebrates piano

greats and includes performances by Ellis Marsalis, Jon Cleary, Marcia Ball, Tom McDermott, Joe Krown and a half dozen others. 7 p.m. Admission TBA. 29-MAY 1 NOLA CRAWFISH FEST ( The Smokeyard at Central City BBQ, 1201 S. Rampart St.; www.nolacrawfishfest. com) — The three-day event features

live music, beer, hot boiled crawfish, a crawfish eating championship Tuesday and a crawfish cook-off Wednesday. Musical guests include Anders Osborne, The Iceman Special, The Mike Dillon Band and others. 3 p.m.-10 p.m. daily. $120 for threeday ticket; VIP tickets available.

MAY WEDNESDAYS MAY 1-22 YLC WEDNESDAY AT THE SQUARE

(Lafayette Square, South Maestri Place; www.ylcnola.org) — See March 20 listing for description.

2-5 LOUISIANA PIRATE FESTIVAL (Lake Charles Civic Center, 900 N. Lakeshore Drive, Lake Charles; www.louisianapiratefestival.com) — There are water-

craft exhibitions, a fireworks display, live music and other performances, cannon demonstrations, costume contests, arts and crafts, a boat parade, games and carnival rides. Hours and admission TBA. 2-5 NEW ORLEANS JAZZ & HERITAGE FESTIVAL (Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, 1751 Gentilly Blvd.; www. nojazzfest.com) — See April 25 for

event description.

2-5 THIBODAUX FIREMEN’S FAIR ( Thibodaux Fire Department Fairgrounds, 1101 Tiger Drive, Thibodaux; www. firemensfair.com) — There’s live music,

a 5k run, auction, raffle, parade, carnival rides, games and more. 5 p.m.11 p.m. Thursday, 5 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-12:30 a.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday. Free.

3 MANDEVILLE LIVE! (Mandeville Trailhead, 675 Lafitte St., Mandeville) — See

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ple the results with all-you-can-eat mudbugs. There’s also live music, an artists’ village and a children’s tent. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $25, $15 students, VIP tickets available.

3-4 MAYFEST (Downtown Leesville; www. vernonparish.org/mayfest) — The two-

11 FRATERNAL ORDER OF POLICE MUD BUG BOIL-OFF (Downtown Thibodaux; www.downtownthibodaux.org/mudbugboiloff) — The festival includes lots

of Cajun and Creole cultures features music, food, dancing, arts and crafts and more. 3 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Saturday. $10.

day festival offers live music, artist demonstrations, children’s activities, food made from scratch and vendors from across Louisiana. Hours TBA. Free.

of boiled crawfish, other dishes, live music and more. Hours TBA. $15.

11 OLD METAIRIE CRAWFISH FESTIVAL & COOK-OFF (St. Catherine of Siena Church and School, 105 Bonnabel Blvd., Metairie; www.scschurch.com/crawfish-cookoff) — There are crawfish

3-5 ALEX RIVER FETE (Downtown Alexandria) — There’s a Dinner on the

Bricks event with food from a range of restaurants Thursday, dragon boat races on Saturday and a gospel Brunch on Sunday. There also are art walks, food and art vendors and music from guests including Mojo Killjoy, Rev. Charley’s Patent Medicine Show, ZZ Ward, Fall of Isaac and others. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Thursday, 4 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday. Free. 3-5 BREAUX BRIDGE CRAWFISH FESTIVAL (1290 Rees St., Breaux Bridge; www.bbcrawfest.com) — More than

30 bands perform Cajun, zydeco and swamp pop during the festival, which also includes Cajun dance contests, music workshops, crawfish dishes and more. 4 p.m.-midnight Friday, 10 a.m.-midnight Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $15 weekend pass, $5 Friday and Sunday, $10 Saturday, free for children 11 and younger.

3-5 LITTLE RED CHURCH FOOD AND FUN FESTIVAL (St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 13396 River Road, Destrehan; www.scblittleredchurch.org) — Amanda

Shaw, Category 6 and Mojeaux are among bands playing at the threeday festival. There also are carnival rides, food booths, a pageant, raffles and games. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday. Free.

3-5 TOMATO FESTIVAL (Our Lady of Prompt Succor Church and School, 2320 Paris Road, Chalmette) — The festival

offers raw and grilled oysters, tomato dishes, shrimp dishes, jambalaya, crawfish fried rice, Italian sausage and more. Local musicians perform live and there are carnival rides and games, a queen pageant, baby contest and a 5k fun run. 6 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday, noon-11 p.m. Saturday, noon 10 p.m. Sunday. Free.

4 SUNSET HERB AND GARDEN FESTIVAL (Sunset Festival Grounds, 240 Marie

cook-offs, all-you-can-eat crawfish, other foods and live music. Noon-8 p.m. $20.

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— The festival includes guest speakers addressing gardening, flowers and herbs, a marketplace with fresh herbs, herbal products, yard art, plants and flowers. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. $5, free for children 6 and younger.

4 TREASURE FEST ( West Park, 613 Park Road, DeRidder; www.cityofderidder. org/390/Treasure-Fest) — Treasure

Fest is a huge yard sale featuring furniture, antiques, home accessories, art and more, held along a one-mile walking trail. 7 a.m.-3 p.m. Free.

4 WESTWEGO CRAWFISH COOK-OFF ( Westwego Farmers Market, 484 Sala Ave., Westwego; www.visitwestwego. com) — Cooking teams compete to

see who boils the best mudbugs. There also is live music by the Brad Sapia Band, all-you-can-eat crawfish, food and drink vendors, crafts and more. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $15, $5 for children 10 and younger.

5-10 DEWEY BALFA CAJUN AND CREOLE HERITAGE WEEK (Chicot State Park, 3469 Chicot Park Road, Ville Platte; www. lafolkroots.org/balfa-week) — Dedicat-

ed to fiddler Dewey Balfa, the week includes fiddle, guitar and accordion classes, Cajun and Creole vocals instruction, band labs, nightly dances with live performers, words-andmusic sessions and jam sessions. 8 a.m.-midnight. $720 full access, other admissions are $10 and up.

8-11 RAYNE FROG FESTIVAL (Gossen Me-

morial Park, 318 Gossen Memorial Drive, Rayne; www.raynefrogfestival.com)

— There’s frog racing and jumping, bullfrogs in costume, a frog legs eating contest, live music, food vendors, an arts and crafts marketplace, a queen pageant, frog cook-off, dance contest, parade and a children’s area. Hours TBA. Free on Wednesday, $10 Thursday-Saturday, free for children 12 and under. 9-12 COCHON DE LAIT FESTIVAL (Mansura; www.cochondelaitfestival.com)

—Mansura calls itself the cochon de lait capital of the world, and the fourday event pays homage to porcine dishes. There’s Cajun food, Louisiana music, a greasy pig contest, a crackling cook-off, beer drinking contest, hog calling competition and more. 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 10 a.m.-11:30 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-TBA Sunday. Admission TBA.

10-11 ZWOLLE LOGGERS & FORESTRY FESTIVAL ( Zwolle Festival Grounds, 1100 S. Main St., Zwolle; www.zwolleloggers.com) — The festival focuses on

the logging and forestry industries with a blessing of the logging trucks fleet, a parade, logging demonstrations, activities and contests, live music, food, arts and crafts, a turtle cook-off and forestry exhibits. Hours TBA. $5 Friday, $8 Saturday.

11 CRAWFISH MAMBO ( University of New Orleans, 2000 Lakeshore Drive; www. crawfishmambo.com) — Dozens of

crawfish boiling teams compete for prizes and attendees get to sam-

11 PORT ORLEANS BREWING CO. ANNIVERSARY PARTY (4124 Tchoupitoulas St.; www.portorleans.com) — The sec-

ond anniversary party includes live music, food, a crawfish boil and multiple beer releases. Noon-7 p.m. Free.

11 STORM SWEEP (New Canal Lighthouse, 8001 Lakeshore Drive; www.saveourlake. org) — Volunteers, Save Our Lake

partners and sponsors commemorate the importance of the Pontchartrain Basin with an event to clean curbs, ditches and storm drains in preparation for hurricane season. Donuts and coffee are served at the lighthouse from 8:30 a.m.-10 a.m. and trash bags and bottled water are provided. 8:30 a.m.-noon. Free.

12 MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION AT AUDUBON ZOO (6500 Magazine St.; www.audubonnatureinstitute.org/mothers-day-celebration) — The annual

concert celebrates mothers with live music from Irma Thomas and the Professionals, food and arts vendors and more. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free with regular zoo admission (mothers get in free).

16-18 STARKS MAYHAW FESTIVAL (105 Highway 190 N., Starks; www.mayhawfest.com) — The alcohol-free festival

includes country-western, swamp pop and bluegrass music, a bike parade, talent show, antique car show, gospel singing and an auction. 4 p.m.-10 p.m. Thursday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday. Free.

16-19 HANGOUT MUSIC FESTIVAL (Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores, Alabama; www. hangoutmusicfest.com) — Musical

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B, Kygo, Khalid and dozens of others. There’s also roller disco, beach volleyball, yoga and more. A kickoff party Thursday features performances by Big Gigantic, A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and others. 11 a.m.-until Friday-Sunday. $299 for three-day pass, VIP tickets available.

17-18 LOUISIANA SMOKED MEAT FESTIVAL (Northside Civic Center, 704 N. Soileau St., Ville Platte; www.lasmokedmeatfestival. com) — The celebration in the “smoked

meat capital of the world” was designed to honor military veterans and the culture and cuisine of the area. There’s food, live music, a world championship smoked meat cookoff (Saturday) and more. 4 p.m.-until Friday, 8 a.m.-until Saturday. $10, free for children 12 and younger. 17-18 PIRATE DAY IN THE BAY (Beach Boulevard and Main Street, Bay St. Louis, Mississippi; www.mkotsh.com) — The event

has live music, a pub crawl, costume contest, pirate cruise, a parade, vendors and more. 4 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday. Free.

GAMBIT’S 2019 FAIRS & FESTIVALS GUIDE 17-19 MID-CITY BAYOU BOOGALOO (Bayou St. John at Orleans Avenue; www.thebayouboogaloo.com) — There are four stag-

es of live music, a marketplace with more than 60 local artists and businesses, food and beverage vendors, a kids’ area, canoe and kayak racing on Saturday and other activities. 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-9:15 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Sunday. Free.

17-19 PLAQUEMINES PARISH SEAFOOD & HERITAGE FESTIVAL (F. Edward Hebert Boulevard off Woodland Highway, Belle Chasse; www.plaqueminesparishfestival. com) — The three-day festival features

lots of seafood dishes, live bands, an oyster drop, helicopter rides, carnival rides, a queen pageant, sandbagging contest and arts and crafts. 6 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday. $5, free for children under 12.

23-26 NEW ORLEANS GREEK FESTIVAL (Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 1200 Robert E. Lee Blvd.; www. greekfestnola.com) — The celebration of

Greek food and culture includes Greek food, a Greek grocery, wine, pastries,

Helenic dancing, live Greek music, cooking demonstrations, a 5k run and children’s activities. 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Thursday (indoor only, cash only), 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday. $5 (cash only) Thursday, $8 Friday-Sunday, free for children 12 and younger. 23-JUNE 2 CAJUN HEARTLAND STATE FAIR (444 Cajundome Blvd., Lafayette; www.cajundome.com) — The 11-day fair attracts

about 175,000 visitors, who come for the amusement rides, carnival games, a battle of the bands contest, live music, food and activities. Hours TBA. $5, free for children 12 and younger. 24-25 KROTZ SPRINGS SPORTSMEN’S HERITAGE FESTIVAL (Nall Park, 562 Front St., Krotz Springs; www.kssportsmensheritagefestival.com) — The festival is focused

on promoting the preservation of the woodlands, wetlands and Atchafalaya River. There’s a “Fur, Feathers, or Fins” wild game cook-off; carnival rides and games; Cajun, swamp pop and zydeco music; and food and art vendors. 5:30 p.m.-11:30 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-midnight Saturday. Free.

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25-26 BATON ROUGE SOUL FOOD FESTIVAL (North Boulevard Town Square, 200 North Blvd., Baton Rouge; www.hitcitydigital. wixsite.com/brsoulfoodfest) — Blues,

soul, funk, gospel, rhythm and blues, reggae and rock bands perform and there are soul food cooking competitions highlighting dishes from Alabama, Georgia, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. There’s also a marketplace. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Free. VIP tickets $25-$100. 24-26 GRAND ISLE SPECKLED TROUT RODEO (Bridge Side Marina 1618 Highway 1, Grand Isle; www.speckledtroutrodeo. com) — The Memorial Day weekend

fishing tournament includes competition for the Louisiana State Speckled Trout Master Angler title as well as awards for an array of other fish. There are also youth divisions. There’s also a dance Saturday. Times vary. $20.

28-JUNE 1 BIRDFOOT FESTIVAL ( Various locations in New Orleans; www.birdfootfestival.org)

— Chamber music is spotlighted at this festival, with pieces performed by international artists. There are open rehearsals, free concerts, family-friendly

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cases new and classic independent horror cinema and has live shows, alternate reality games and interactive activities. Hours vary. Weekend passes $250-$650. Limited individual event passes will be available. 31-JUNE 2 SYMPHONY BOOK FAIR ( University of New Orleans Lakefront Arena, 6801 Franklin Ave.; www.lpovolunteers.org) — The

Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra’s volunteers present the annual book sale, which includes collectible books, art, sheet music, CDs, DVDs, puzzles and games. 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $15 Friday admittance before 3 p.m., free Friday after 3 p.m.-Sunday.

31-JUNE 2 WALKER PERCY WEEKEND ( Various locations in St. Francisville; www.walkerpercyweekend.org) — The literary festival

celebrates the life and works of author Walker Percy, with panel discussions,

discussions with Percy scholars, culinary events, live music and more. Hours vary. $160-$225.

JUNE 1-2 NEW ORLEANS OYSTER FESTIVAL ( Woldenberg Park; www.nolaoysterfest.org) — There’s an oyster-eating

championship, oyster-shucking contest, cooking demonstrations, raw oysters and oysters cooked in a variety of ways, arts and crafts and live music. 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Free.

1-2 OVERLOOK FILM FESTIVAL ( Various locations in the French Quarter; www.overlookfilmfest.com) — see May 30 listing

for event details.

1-2 VOLKSFEST (Deutsches Haus, 1700

Moss St.; www.deutscheshaus.org) — The festival celebrates the start of summer with maypole dancing, live German music, German food, beer and wine, beer stein-holding contests, chicken dances and a children’s area. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. $5, free for children 11

years and younger and Deutsches Haus members. 7-9 NEW ORLEANS PRIDE FESTIVAL ( Various locations in New Orleans; www. togetherwenola.com) — There’s a wide

range of activities, including a parade through the French Quarter Saturday, informational exhibits, performers and vendors. All day. Free.

8 BLUESBERRY FESTIVAL (Bogue Falaya Wayside Park, 213 Park Drive, Covington) — The inaugural music and arts

celebration (which comes at the peak of blueberry harvest) features live music from “American Idol” finalist Casey James as well as Johnny Hayes, Jonathon Long, Charmaine Neville, Eric Johanson and others. There are food vendors, art vendors, a children’s village, interactive arts, a food truck roundup and beer. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. $10 (through March 15), $20 (March 16June 7), $25 at the gate.

8-9 CAJUN HERITAGE FESTIVAL (Larose Civic Center, 307 E. Fifth St., Larose; www. cajunheritagefestival.com) — There

are duck-calling, head-whittling and

miniature boat building contests; free duck decoy carving, texturing and painting seminars; a decoy auction; Cajun crafts; seafood gumbo and other foods. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $5, $2 for children. 8-9 CREOLE TOMATO FESTIVAL (1008 N. Peters St.; www.frenchmarket.org)

— Local chefs can bid in an auction for the first Creole tomatoes of the season, and there’s a bloody mary market with different versions of the cocktail. There’s live music on several stages, dishes featuring Creole tomatoes and a “best of the fest” award for tomato dishes. 11 a.m.6 p.m. Free.

10-16 LOUISIANA BILLFISH CLASSIC (Hurricane Hole Marina, 1851 Highway 1, Grand Isle; www.labillfishclassic.com) — Fish-

ers compete for the winner-take-all Billfish Classic Cup. The champion wins $15,000. There’s a beach party with Cajun food, free drinks and music Tuesday, a kickoff party Wednesday, and a celebration with live music, raffles, food and more on Saturday. Fishing is Thursday, Friday PAGE 33

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siana Cajun and zydeco music and offers seafood, an arts market, kids’ activities and more. 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. daily. Free. 28 DEPENDENCE DAY (Generations Hall, 310 Andrew Higgins Drive; www.splitsecondfoundation.org) — The event cel-

ebrates people who are dependent on others for their care. It has live entertainment, open bars, food and more. 7 p.m.-11 p.m. Admission TBA.

30-JULY 4 ERATH 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION (Edwards and South Broadway Streets, Erath; www.erath4.com) — The

83-year-old street festival offers live music, amusement rides, a fais-dodo, water fights, a parade, cook-offs, a dance contest on Wednesday and a fireworks display on Thursday. 6 p.m.-10:30 p.m. Sunday-Tuesday, 6 p.m.-12:30 a.m. Wednesday, 1 p.m.10:30 p.m. Thursday. Free.

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13-15 LOUISIANA CORN FESTIVAL ( 206 Pershing Ave., Bunkie; www.bunkiechamber.net/lacornfest) — There’s live

music, a street dance, games, contests, a children’s parade, pirogue races, corn-shucking and -eating contests, amusement rides, a softball tournament and more. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Thursday, 5 p.m.-midnight Friday, 7 a.m.-midnight Saturday. $4, $1 for ages 20 and younger. 15 LOUISIANA BICYCLE FESTIVAL (Level Street, across from the Town Hall, Abita Springs; www.labicyclefestival.com) —

There’s a bicycle parade and ride, bicycle and accessories sales, live music, bike competitions, exhibits of custom bikes and more. 8 a.m.4 p.m. Free. 15-16 NEW ORLEANS SUMMER PSYCHIC FAIR ( Wyndham Garden Hotel, 6401 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie; www. neworleanspsychicfair.com) — Astrol-

ogy readers, tarot readers, psychic mediums, energy practitioners and people giving spiritual advice will be on hand at the daylong fair. Hours 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. Free.

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21 WESTWEGO FARMERS MARKET FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES (484 Sala Ave., Westwego) — The concert

series offers live music by the Danny Alexander Band, food, crafts and more. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Free.

21-23 LOUISIANA CATFISH FESTIVAL (St. Gertrude the Great Catholic Church, 17292 Highway 631, Des Allemands; www.louisianacrawfishfestival.com) —

Located in the legislatively designated “Catfish Capital of the Universe,” the festival offers live music, amusement rides and games, catfish platters, catfish boulettes, seafood gumbo, jambalaya, shrimp and catfish po-boys and other foods. 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. Free.

22 LARRY HARTZOG’S TWISTED BREW FEST (Castine Center, 63350 Pelican Drive, Mandeville; www.larrybrewfest. com) — The 21-and-older event fea-

tures beer from scores of commercial breweries and homebrewers. There’s a People’s Choice contest for homebrewers, food, music and a pet adoption event by the St. Tammany Parish Humane Society. 3 p.m.-8 p.m. $30 in advance, $35 at the door.

22-23 LOUISIANA CAJUN-ZYDECO FESTIVAL (Louis Armstrong Park, 701 N.

4 GO 4TH ON THE RIVER (New Orleans Mississippi Riverfront; www.go4thonthriver.com) — Fireworks from dueling

barges on the river start at 9 p.m. at this Independence Day celebration. There’s also patriotic music. 9 p.m.till. Free.

JULY 4-7 ESSENCE FESTIVAL ( Various locations in New Orleans; www.essence.com/festival) — It’s the 25th anniversary for

this festival, which features concerts on a main stage and in super lounges in the Superdome and seminars, product vendors and special events at other locations. The music lineup includes Missy Elliott, Mary J. Blige, Jermaine Dupri, Ledisi, Morris Day, PJ Morton, Pharrell Williams, Rakim, Sheila E., Timbaland, Waterseed and others. Hours and admissions vary.

6 GRAND ISLE INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION (Bridge Side Marina, 1618 Highway 1, Grand Isle; www.townofgrandisle.com/events) — Live music

and fireworks are the highlights of the celebration. 10 p.m.-midnight. Free.

6 LEBEAU ZYDECO FESTIVAL (Lebeau Church, 103 Lebeau Church Road, Lebeau; www.lebeauchurch.org) — There’s

zydeco music by Horace Trahan, Jeremy Fruge, Lil’ Nate and others as

well as food, crafts booths and other activities. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. $15, $5 children, free for kids 11 and younger. 6 WEST BANK BEER FEST (NOLA Motorsports Park, 11075 Nicolle Blvd., Avondale; www.nolamotor.com/westbank-beerfest-at-nola-motorsports-park) — There

are kids’ activities including karting, inflatable waterslides and crafts as well as a virtual-reality lounge, Xbox play and more. Participants get a souvenir mug and unlimited pours from participating breweries. Hours TBA. $20-$40.

12 WESTWEGO FARMERS MARKET FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES (484 Sala Ave., Westwego) — The concert

series offers live music by the Brad Sapia Band, food, crafts and more. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Free.

12-13 BAYOU BBQ BASH (Corner of Second and Greenwood streets, Morgan City)

— The state championship competition includes competitive teams and local cooks. The festival also has arts and crafts vendors, a kids’ barbecue competition, live music and other activities. 4 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday. Free. 12-13 BIKERS ON THE BAYOU ( Teche Drive, downtown Franklin; www.cajuncoast. com/event/bikers-bayou) — Cele-

brating the 50th anniversary of the movie “Easy Rider,” the event is a self-guided motorcycle tour of locations highlighted in the movie. There’s also food, music, a car show and a free screening of the movie. Noon-4 p.m. Free.

12-14 AKS BEAD & JEWELRY SHOW (Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner; www.aksshow.com/venue/pontchartrain-center) — Dozens of whole-

12-14 SAN FERMIN IN NUEVA ORLEANS ( Various locations in New Orleans; www.nolabulls.com) — Roller derby

women wielding plastic bats are the “bulls” in New Orleans’ version of the running of the bulls on Saturday. The three-day event includes a kickoff party Friday, music, DJs, food, drinks, an Ernest Hemingway lookalike contest and more. Hours and admissions vary. PAGE 34

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14 BASTILLE DAY BARTENDERS AND WAITERS RACE (French Market, 20 French Market Place; www.frenchmarket.org) — Waiters and bartenders

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undertake speed walking and skill tests (re: speed walking while carrying a tray of drinks) at the Farmers Market. There’s food, music, arts and crafts and more. 4 p.m.-until. Free. 16-21 TALES OF THE COCKTAIL ( Various location in New Orleans; www.talesofthecocktail.com) — The cocktail

festival and spirits industry conference offers more than 300 events, including seminars, competitions, networking events, tastings, spirited dinners and information about new ideas, products and techniques in the industry. Hours and admissions vary.

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petitions for adults and children at this rodeo, which started in 1928. Fishing starts at 5:30 a.m. each day and the pavilion opens at 11 a.m. with food, educational exhibits, crab races, a sales area and other attractions. 11 a.m.10 p.m. Thursday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday. Free (fishing registration $45-$110). 26-27 NATCHITOCHES-NSU FOLK FESTIVAL (Prather Coliseum, Northwestern State University, 220 S. Jefferson St., Natchitoches; www.louisianafolklife. nsula.edu/2019-natchitoches-nsu-folkfestival) — Folk art, music and food

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are the focuses of the two-day festival, which has music performances, children’s activities, food and folk crafts. There’s also a fiddle championship. 4:30 p.m.-10:15 p.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday. $6 Friday, $10 Saturday, free for children 12 and younger.

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27 ATTAKAPAS OPELOUSAS PRAIRIE TRIBE FESTIVAL (Farmers Market Pavilion, 828 E. Landry St., Opelousas)

— Also called the Three Moons Festival, the event gathers tribes from throughout Louisiana, and tribe members perform traditional dances, drumming and storytelling. There also are demonstrations using primitive tools, craft and food vendors and dishes prepared by the Attakapas tribe. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

August- September 16 WESTWEGO FARMERS MARKET FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES (484 Sala Ave., Westwego) — The concert

series offers live music by Faith Becnel & The Music Krewe, food, crafts and more. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Free.

17 ARTS & CRABS ( The Burton Complex, 7001 Gulf Highway, Lake Charles; www. artscouncilswla.org/events/whatscoming-up/arts-crabs) — Local chefs

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AUGUST 1-3 EMPIRE SOUTH PASS TARPON RODEO (Empire Boat Harbor, 33373 Highway 23, Empire; www.facebook. com/empiresouthpass) — The fishing

competition runs from 12:01 a.m. Aug. 1 to 6 p.m. Aug. 3, with prizes in a range of categories. There also is a children’s fishing competition, live music, food vendors and more. 3 p.m.-8 p.m. Thursday, 2 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday. Fishing fee $40, $20 for anglers 12 and younger.

1-3 IBERIA FILM FESTIVAL ( Various locations, New Iberia; www.iberiafilmfestival. com) — The festival screens short

independent films from local and international directors in narrative, documentary, animation and experimental categories. Directors and actors hold Q&As. Showtimes and admissions TBA.

1-4 LAGNIAPPE CLASSIC DOG SHOW (Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner; www.akc.org) — More

3 WHITE LINEN NIGHT ( 300-700 blocks of Julia Street and at various locations in the Warehouse District) — The block

party extends for four blocks on Julia Street, with food and drink vendors and live music. Galleries extend their hours and showcase new artworks. There’s an after-party at the Contemporary Art Center (900 Camp St.) with live music, cash bars and food. Block party 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m. Free. After-party 9 p.m.-midnight. $10, free for CAC members. 10 DIRTY LINEN NIGHT ( 200-1000 blocks of Royal Street and some side streets in the French Quarter; www.dirtylinen. org) — The French Quarter version of

White Linen Night includes a street party with live music, clowns, mimes and other performances and extended hours at dozens of galleries and shops. Some galleries offer snacks and drinks. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Free. VIP tickets $20-$50.

10 NEW ORLEANS RED DRESS RUN (Crescent Park, 1008 N. Peters St.; www. neworleanshash.com) — Men and

than 1,000 dogs representing 190 breeds compete for prizes, including Best in Show. There also are workshops and other activities. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

women put on red dresses and take to the streets of the French Quarter in this annual fun run. There’s food before the race and an after-party with live entertainment. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. $45 and up.

2-4 SATCHMO SUMMERFEST (New Orleans Jazz Museum, Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade Ave.; www.satchmosummerfest. org) — Three dozen bands perform

14-18 DELCAMBRE SHRIMP FESTIVAL (409 E. Main St., Delcambre, 337-685-2653; www.shrimpfestival.net) — There are

during the three-day event, and there are discussions by Louis Armstrong scholars, Zulu coconut and second-line umbrella decorating stations, a jazz Mass and food and drink vendors. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. $5.

shrimp cook-offs, shrimp dishes by local cooks, live music, a queen pageant, amusement rides and a blessing of the shrimp fleet on Sunday. 6:30 p.m.-until Wednesday-Friday, 10 a.m.-until Saturday and Sunday. Free Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday, $10 Friday and Saturday.

prepare crab and seafood dishes, there are Louisiana craft beer samples, a “Best Crab Dish” competition, demonstrations, live music and an arts market. 5 p.m.-8 p.m. $40.

22-25 GUEYDAN DUCK FESTIVAL (404 Dallas Guidry Road, Gueydan; www.duckfestival.org) — There’s a skeet-shooting

competition, a duck/goose-calling contest, a duck cook-off, dog trial competition, amusement rides, a parade and pageants. 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Thursday, 4 p.m.-midnight Friday, 9 a.m.-midnight Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $10 Friday-Saturday, free for children 12 and younger; free Thursday and Sunday.

23-24 NOLA DOWNTOWN MUSIC AND ARTS FESTIVAL (Duncan Plaza, 343349 Loyola Ave.; www.cuttingedgenola. com/nola-downtown-festival) — There’s

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— It’s the 59th year for the fishing tournament, which awards prizes in a range of categories and also has food vendors, art booths and more. Times and registrations vary.

31 SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA ZYDECO MUSIC FESTIVAL ( Yambilee Building, 1939 W. Landry St., Opelousas; www. zydeco.org) — A bloody mary zydeco

breakfast (8:30 a.m.) kicks off a day of music from Louisiana’s top zydeco performers. 10:30 a.m.-midnight. $15, $5 for children 12 and younger.

SEPTEMBER 1 FREEDOM FEST AT THE LAKE (Lakefront Trail, Williams Boulevard at Lake Pontchartrain, Kenner; www.kennerfreedomfest.com) — The Labor Day cele-

bration includes live music, food, a children’s village and other activities. 2 p.m.-9 p.m. Free.

6-8 AKS BEAD & JEWELRY SHOW (Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner; www.aksshow.com/venue/ pontchartrain-center) — Dozens of

wholesalers exhibit and sell jewelry, beads and beading supplies, designer cabochons, gemstones, pearls and accessories. There also are classes. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $5 weekend pass, free for children under 16.

live music from local, national and international acts at the festival grounds and at various downtown venues as part of the Cutting Edge music conference. There’s also a Cruisin’ New Orleans Car Show, a second-line walk/run, a film festival, entertainment industry expo, lifestyle products demonstrations and more. Hours TBA. Free.

13 WESTWEGO FARMERS MARKET FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES (484 Sala Ave., Westwego) — The concert

29-SEPT. 2 LOUISIANA SHRIMP & PETROLEUM FESTIVAL (Festival grounds, 715 Second St., Morgan City; www.shrimpandpetroleum.org) — There is a blessing of the

20-21 MAMOU CAJUN MUSIC FESTIVAL (Mamou Recreational Center, Highway 31 and Main Street, Mamou; www.mamoucajunmusicfestival.com) — The two-day

fleet, a water parade, live music, a car show, a 5k walk/run, amusement rides, children’s activities and lots of shrimp dishes. 5 p.m.-midnight Friday, 9 a.m.-midnight Saturday, 8:30 a.m.-midnight Sunday. 9 a.m.-midnight Monday. Free.

29-SEPT. 2 SOUTHERN DECADENCE FESTIVAL ( Various locations in the French Quarter; www.southerndecadence.net) — The

annual gay festival draws more than 200,000 people from across the country and includes a walking parade in the French Quarter, street parties, club parties, concerts and more. Hours and admissions vary.

30-SEPT. 1 GRAND ISLE REDFISH RODEO (Bridge

series offers live music by the Da Rockits, food, crafts and more. 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Free.

festival offers traditional Cajun music performances, dancing, food, contests and races including egg throwing, a foot race, sack races, a boudin-eating contest, a beer-drinking contest, a washboard tournament, arm wrestling and greased-pole climbing. There’s also a pageant and workshops. 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Saturday. $7, free for children 11 and younger.

20-22 NATIONAL FRIED CHICKEN FESTIVAL ( Woldenberg Park, 1 Canal St.; www. friedchickenfestival.com) — About 35

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September- October OCT. 4 WESTWEGO FARMERS MARKET FRIDAY NIGHT CONCERT SERIES (484 Sala Ave., Westwego) — The con-

cert series offers live music by Tet Dur, food, crafts and more. 7 p.m.10 p.m. Free.

4-5 FUNKTOBERFEST (1200 Texas Ave., Alexandria; www.funktoberfestcenla. com) — The craft beer and music

festival features craft beer samples from professional microbreweries, a homebrewer competition and live music. 7. p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m.-10 p.m. Saturday. $38, $30 for military personnel, $15 for designated drivers, $100 VIP ticket.

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and cooking contests and children’s activities. Noon-8 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.9 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. Free. 21 NOLA ON TAP (New Orleans City Park Festival Grounds, 1701 Wisner Blvd.; www.nolaontap.org) — Hundreds of

national, local and home-brewed beers are available for tasting and there’s food, live music, art, games, a homebrewers competition and awards. Noon-7 p.m. $5.

22-28 NEW ORLEANS FASHION WEEK ( Various locations; www.neworleansfashionweek.com) — The fashion festival

27-29 GRETNA HERITAGE FESTIVAL (Downtown Gretna; www.gretnafest.com) —

Spread over 25 blocks of downtown Gretna, the festival offers three days of live music, food and craft vendors, rides, educational exhibits and Italian, German, Latin and Gospel villages. The music lineup has not been annouced. 2 p.m.-11:15 p.m. Friday, noon-12:30 a.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Sunday. $25 single day, $40 two-day pass, $60 weekend pass, free for children 12 and younger. 28 CHEVRON NO/AIDS WALK & FESTIVAL FOR LIFE (Location TBA; www. noaidswalk.com) — The 2-mile walk

includes runway shows, design competitions, information sessions about hair, fashion and beauty and more. Hours and admissions vary.

raises awareness of the impact HIV/AIDS has on the community. There’s live music, entertainment, activities and awards. 8 a.m.-noon. Admission TBA.

24-27 HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MR. FAULKNER ( Various locations in the French Quarter; www.faulknersociety.org) — A series

28 VIVE FELIZ (New Orleans Jazz National Park, Dutch Alley; www.frenchmarket. org) — The Hispanic Heritage Month

of events, all taking place in historical venues, honors Nobel Laureate William Faulkner, including a book market, party, author discussions and more. Schedule TBA. Hours and admissions vary.

celebration includes live music, food, drinks and family-friendly activities. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

27 GALLERY PROMENADE ( Various locations in Lake Charles; www.artscouncilswla.org) — Participating art spaces

4 TOUR DU TECHE (Port Barre Boat Launch, 498 N. Saizon St., Port Barre; www.tourduteche.com) — There’s an

throughout the city showcase current and one-night-only exhibits as well as performances, live music and food. 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Free.

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opening ceremony for the threeday canoe, kayak and pirogue race through Bayou Teche. There are cash prizes. 7 a.m. $125.

The traditional German Oktoberfest celebration stretches over three weekends and includes German music, polka dancing, German food and beer, wine, beer stein-holding contests, chicken dances and a children’s area. There also are weiner dog races and a dog costume contest and parade. 4 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday, 1 p.m.-11 p.m. Saturday. $8, free for children 12 and younger and members of Deutsches Haus.

5 BEIGNET FEST (New Orleans City Park Festival Grounds; www.beignetfest.com)

— The festival celebrates sweet and savory versions of the fried doughnut with versions from more than 30 restaurants and food trucks. There’s also live music, an art market and kids’ activities. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. VIP tickets $20-$40.

5 FESTIVAL DE LA GRANDE EGLISE (St. Landry Catholic Church, 1020 N. Main St., Opelousas; www.festivaldelagrandeeglise.com) — There’s a color run,

jambalaya cook-off, live music, a petting zoo, kids’ activities and tours of historic sites. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

5 SHADOWS ARTS AND CRAFTS FAIR (Shadows on the Teche, 317 E. Main St., New Iberia; www.shadowsontheteche. org) — Vendors from around Louisi-

ana sell handcrafted items including woodwork, candles, children’s clothing, jewelry and food. Fair admission includes a guided tour of the antebellum Shadows-on-the-Teche home. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. $5, $3 ages 6-11, free for children under 6.

5 TREME FALL FESTIVAL (St. Augustine Church, 1219 Gov. Nicholls St.; www. tremefest.com) — The street party fea-

tures live music, children’s activities, arts and crafts vendors, food and

more. 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Free. 5-6 BERWICK LIGHTHOUSE FESTIVAL (Berwick Lighthouse, 3246 Bellview St., Berwick; www.cajuncoast.com/event/ berwick-lighthouse-festival-0) — The

festival features live music, arts and crafts, food, kids’ activities, a zoo on wheels (Sunday) and a car show. The festival grounds serve as the finish line for the Tour du Teche on Sunday. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Free.

5-6 FALL GARDEN FESTIVAL (New Orleans Botanical Garden, 5 Victory Ave., City Park; www.neworleanscitypark.com/ events/fall-garden-festival) — There

are dozens of horticulture exhibits, a marketplace, educational lectures, a plant health clinic, plant sale and children’s activities. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $10, $5 for children ages 5-12, free for children 4 and younger and Friends of City Park members.

5-6 ROBERTS COVE GERMANFEST ( 7212 Roberts Cove Road, Rayne; www. robertscovegermanfest.com) — German

food and beer take center stage, and there’s a home brewing competition as well as German food. There also are folklore demonstrations, German bands, dancing, presentations, demonstrations and children’s activities. 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Saturday. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday. $8, free for children 12 and younger.

OCT. 6 CELEBRACION LATINA (Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St.; www.audubonnatureinstitute.org/celebracion-latina) —

Latin American culture is displayed through live music, Latin food, arts and crafts and children’s activities. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free with regular zoo admission. SUNDAYS IN OCTOBER ANGOLA PRISON RODEO (Angola Prison Rodeo Arena, Louisiana State Penitentiary, 17544 Tunica Trace, St. Francisville; www.angolarodeo. com) — The rodeo has bull riding,

bareback riding, wild horse racing, barrel racing, chariot racing and wild cow milking events as well as food vendors, live music and an inmates’ craft market. 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m., rodeo starts at 2 p.m. $20.

9-13 LOUISIANA COTTON FESTIVAL (North Side Civic Center, 704 N. Soileau St., Ville Platte; www.louisianacottonfestival.com) — There’s live music, a queen

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3:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Wednesday, 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Thursday, 1 p.m.-midnight Friday, 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, noon-6 p.m. Sunday. Free. 10-13 FESTIVALS ACADIENS ET CREOLES (Girard Park, Congress Street at Cajundome Boulevard, Lafayette; www.festivalacadiens.com) — There’s live music,

ties, cochon de lait cook-off and live music. 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Free (tours have separate fees). 12-13 WOODEN BOAT FESTIVAL (133 Mabel Drive, Madisonville; www.woodenboatfest.org) — Classic and wooden boats

a jamming tent, children’s activities, a food festival, cooking demonstrations and a marketplace. 5 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday and 9 a.m.-8 p.m. Sunday. Free.

are exhibited along the Tchefuncte River, and there’s live music and arts and crafts and food vendors. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. $10, $5 for seniors 65 and older, free for active military (with ID) and children 12 and younger.

11-13 BRIDGE CITY GUMBO FESTIVAL (1701 Bridge City Ave., Bridge City; www.bridgecitygumbofestival.org) —

13 LOUISIANA TOURNOI (National Guard Armory, 1022 Vocational Drive, Ville Platte; www.louisianatournoi.com) —

There’s live music, gumbo cooking contests, king and queen pageants and fireworks. 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday, noon-11 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday. Free.

11-13 LOUISIANA GUMBO FESTIVAL ( 326 Highway 304, Chackbay; www. lagumbofest.com) — The Chackbay

volunteer fire department hosts the festival, which features lots of gumbo and Cajun food, live music, amusement rides, a parade, auction, demonstrations and other activities. 6 p.m.-midnight Friday, noon-midnight Saturday, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. Free.

11-13 OLD SCHOOLHOUSE ANTIQUE FAIR (123 S. Church St., Washington; www. oldschoolhouseantiquemall.com) — The

semi-annual fair features more than 200 vendors on 6 acres offering antiques and vintage items of all types. There’s also barbecue. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Free.

11-13 THE VOICE OF THE WETLANDS FESTIVAL (Ponderosa, 5403 West Park, Houma; www.voiceofthewetlands.org)

— Organized to raise awareness of the Louisiana wetlands, the festival features local, regional and national musical acts, Cajun food and arts and crafts. Camping is available with late-night jam sessions. There’s also a zoo and kids’ activities. Noon-till daily. Free.

12 OLD ARABI SUGAR FEST (409 Aycock St., Arabi; www.oldarabi.org) — There’s

live music, food, kids’ activities, arts and crafts and a cooking contest. 1 p.m.-9 p.m. Free.

12 PATTERSON FALL FEST AND HISTORIC TOUR (Main Street and Morey Park, Patterson) — There’s a walking tour

of historic homes and buildings, a 5k run/walk, a boat tour, silent auction, bungee jumping, children’s activi-

The jousting tournament tests horsemanship, skill and accuracy and has competitions and a queen contest. 9 a.m.-until. $5.

16-19 WASHINGTON PARISH FREE FAIR ( Washington Parish Fairgrounds, Franklinton; www.thefreefair.com) —

There are arts and crafts, exhibits of cut flowers, livestock shows, live entertainment, carnival rides, cultural demonstrations and more at this fair, which started in 1911. Hours TBA. Free. 16-24 NEW ORLEANS FILM FESTIVAL ( Various location in New Orleans; www.neworleansfilmsociety.org) — Scores of films

are screened, including new works, and there are speakers, discussions, music videos and parties. Hours and admissions vary.

18-20 CRESCENT CITY BLUES & BBQ FESTIVAL (Lafayette Square Park, 540 St. Charles Ave.; www.crescentcitybluesfest. com) — A dozen barbecue vendors

offer the festival’s star cuisine, and there’s an art market and live music. 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Free.

18-20 OUR LADY OF LOURDES VIOLET OYSTER FESTIVAL (Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church, 2621 Colonial Blvd., Violet; www.olol-church.com/ oyster-festival.html) — There are fried

oysters, oysters on the half-shell, grilled oysters, fried seafood plates, po-boys, gumbo, jambalaya and other foods, amusement rides, games, raffles and contests. There’s also live music by Contraflow, No Idea, Junior Lacross and Sumtin’ Sneaky and others. 6 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday. $3.

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children a chance to create art through painting, drawing, sculpture and crafts. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Free.

19 BOO CARRE HALLOWEEN HAUNT (Dutch Alley, French Quarter; www. frenchmarket.org) — There’s live music

and lots of activities for the kids. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free.

19 CHITIMACHA POW WOW (Cypress Bayou Casino, 832 Martin Luther King Road, Chartenton; www.chitimacha.gov/ events) — The sixth annual Chitima-

cha tribe event features drumming and dancing competitions, food and craft vendors and more. 11 a.m.-10 p.m. $5.

24-NOV. 3 GREATER BATON ROUGE STATE FAIR (BREC Airline Highway Park, 16072 Airline Highway, Baton Rouge; www.gbrsf. com) — The fair features livestock like us on Facebook

shows, amusement rides, an exotic petting zoo, pig races, performances, food and more. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Monday-Friday, noon-10 p.m. $5.

25 HARVEST MOON FEST (Downtown Franklin; www.facebook.com/franklinharvestmoonfest) — Held on the last

Saturday of October each year, the festival features a dog parade, arts and crafts vendors, a car show, auction, train ride for kids, 5k run, live music and other activities. 8 a.m.4 p.m. Free.

25-27 BOO AT THE ZOO (Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St.; www.audubonnatureinstitute.org/batz) — The Halloween party

is for children 12 years and younger and includes trick-or-treat houses, a “ghost” train, haunted house, entertainment, games and treats. $20, free for children 11 months and younger.

25-27 FRENCH FOOD FESTIVAL (Larose Civic Center, 307 E. 15th St., Larose) — More

than 40 vendors offer Cajun dishes, and there’s Cajun music from artists including Amanda Shaw, Waylon Thibodeaux, Aaron Foret and others. There’s also Cajun dancing, carnival rides and games, a petting zoo, art show, Cajun market and contests for cake decorating, art and basketball. 6:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Thursday, 4 p.m.-1 a.m. Friday, 8 a.m.-1 a.m. Saturday, 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. Free.

25-27 PARK-A-BOO HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL (Lafreniere Park, 300 Downs Blvd., Metairie; www.park-a-boo.com) — The

event is for children 13 and younger and includes trick-or-treating, a haunted house, games, balloon sculptures, face painting, a costume

contest and entertainment. 5 p.m.8:30 p.m. Friday, 1 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Saturday, 1 p.m.-5:30 p.m. Sunday. $8, $6 for children 12 and younger, free for children 2 and younger. 25-27 VOODOO MUSIC + ARTS EXPERIENCE (New Orleans City Park; www. voodoofestival.com) — More than

65 bands perform diverse genres of music at this annual Halloween weekend music festival. There also are art, food and drink vendors, special activities and exhibits. Costumes are encouraged. Hours and admissions TBA.

26 SWEET DOUGH PIE FESTIVAL (St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 174 Church St., Grand Coteau; www.facebook. com/sweetdoughgc) — There’s live

music, historical re-enactments and tours, a sweet dough pie contest, food, arts and crafts and more. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Free.

26-27 ROUGAROU FEST (Festival grounds, 7856 Main St., Houma; www.rougaroufest.org) — The festival celebrates

the folklore of southeast Louisiana’s bayous and includes a costume contest, live music, a parade, a bayou symposium and more. 10 a.m.-10 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. Free. 31-NOV. 3 THE WEEKEND SOIREE PRESENTS “BEDLAM IN THE BIG EASY” (Le Pavillon, 833 Poydras St.; www.theweekendsoiree.com) — The four-day celebra-

tion for lesbians includes more than 50 activities, workshops covering workouts, wellness and creativity as well as networking and support events. There’s also a healing village and a marketplace of crafts from LGBTQ artists, tours, speed dating, entertainment and more. Hours vary. $349 (until April 5), $499 for weekend pass; individual event tickets vary.

NOVEMBER 1-3 AKS BEAD & JEWELRY SHOW (Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner; www.aksshow.com/venue/ pontchartrain-center) — Dozens of

1-3 ANTIQUE TRADE DAYS (Downtown Ponchatoula; www.ponchatoulachamber. com/antique-trade-days) — Commu-

nity members and other vendors

sell antiques, collectibles, fine arts, crafts, food and more. There’s also live music, a petting zoo, face painting and children’s activities. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 1-3 LOUISIANA PECAN FESTIVAL (Downtown Colfax; www.lapecanfest. com) — There are amusement rides,

cooking contests, live music, an antique tractor show, street dance, a parade and more. 8 a.m.-midnight Friday, 8 a.m.-9 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday.

1-3 LOUISIANA SWINE FESTIVAL (Basile Town Park, 199 Harp Lane, Basile; www. louisianaswinefestival.com) — There’s

live music, boucherie demonstrations, a bike show, cook-offs, a talent show and kiddie fair. 9 a.m.-midnight Friday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. $5, $3 for children 5 and younger.

1-3 THE WEEKEND SOIREE PRESENTS “BEDLAM IN THE BIG EASY” (Le Pavillon, 833 Poydras St.; www.theweekendsoiree.com) — See Oct. 31 for

event description.

2 ACADIA MUSIC FEST (Acadia Plantation Town Center, Percy Brown Road, Thibodaux; www.acadiamusicfest.net)

— National headliners join local musicians at the daylong festival, which also has a Southern food court, an art market and children’s activities. 10 a.m.-midnight. $35 in advance, $45 at the gate.

NOV. 2 LONGWOOD AFTERNOON (140 Lower Woodville Road, Natchez, Mississippi) —

The daylong music event features bands playing Southern rock, folk music, jazz, pop and rhythm and blues. There also are kids’ activities, cornhole tournaments, food and arts vendors. 10 a.m.-until. $10, free for children 12 and younger.

2 LOUISIANA BOOK FESTIVAL (Louisiana State Capitol, 701 N. Fourth St., Baton Rouge; www.louisianabookfestival. org) — The festival includes panel

discussions, talks, demonstrations and performances. Visitors can interact with authors, poets, storytellers and musicians while browsing through a wide range of books. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.

2 SOUTHDOWN’S FALL MARKETPLACE (Southdown Plantation, 1208 Museum Drive, Houma; www.southdownmuseum. org/marketplace) — The semi-annual

event features as many as 300 local and national vendors with handmade products including art, clothing, garden accessories, jewelry, wood

crafts, food and more. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. $5, free for children under 12. 2-3 FESTIVAL OF WORDS ( Various locations, Grand Coteau; www.festivalofwords.org) — There is a variety

of events with poets and authors, open mics, literary workshops, public readings and performances, student performances and a creative writing contest (Saturday). 6:30 p.m.-9 p.m. Friday, 9:30 a.m.-4:50 p.m. Saturday. Free.

2-3 GIANT OMELETTE CELEBRATION (Magdalen Square, Abbeville; www. giantomelette.org) — The celebration

pays homage to French culture and language. There’s an egg-cracking contest, arts and crafts show, live music, food, an antique car show and the cooking of a 5,000-egg omelet and a 600-egg children’s omelet on Sunday. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Sunday. Free. WEEKENDS NOV. 2-DEC. 8 LOUISIANA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL (46468 River Road, Hammond; www. larf.org) — Performers and staff wear

period costumes, helping set the atmosphere for the Renaissance-era English village decor of the festival grounds. There are special shows, live entertainment, arts and crafts and educational demonstrations. Camping is available. 9:45 a.m.-5 p.m. $20, $12 children 6-12 years old, free for children 5 and younger.

3 BAYOU TECHE BREWING BIKE BASH (Bayou Teche Brewing, 1106 Bushville Highway, Arnaudville; www.latrail.org)

— The noncompetitive bike ride has options for 10- to 100-mile rides, beginning and ending at Bayou Teche Brewing with craft beer, food and live music. 7:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $35.

3 THE LOUISIANA THEATRE FESTIVAL (Central School Arts & Humanities Center, 809 Kirby St., Suite 313, Lake Charles) —

The festival provides young actors with training in acting and technical theater skills as well as opportunities to use those skills in performances. Students in sixth-12th grades can participate. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $25.

8 BIG BOY’S MAIN STREET COOK-OFF (205 St. Philip St., Thibodaux; www.downtownthibodaux.org) — The festival

showcases Cajun cuisine prepared by more than 30 cooking teams, as well as live music by Nonc Nu and Da Wild Matous. 4 p.m.-11 p.m. $10.

8-9 PORT BARRE CRACKLIN FESTIVAL ( Veterans Park, 504 Saizon Ave., Port Barre; www.cracklinfest.com) — There’s

a parade and pageant, fresh pork

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cracklings, food vendors, amusement rides and games, live Cajun, zydeco and swamp pop music. 5 p.m.-10 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday. $5, free for children 10 and younger. 8-10 WEGO FEST ( Westwego Farmers and Fisheries Market, 484 Sala Ave., Westwego) — The fest offers live music,

arts and crafts, food vendors and children’s activities. Hours TBA. $3.

9 THIBODEAUXVILLE FALL FESTIVAL (Downtown Thibodaux) — There’s a

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9-10 COVINGTON THREE RIVERS ART FESTIVAL (Columbia Street, downtown Covington; www.threeriversartfestival. com) — More than 200 artists from

across the country exhibit and sell paintings, artworks, jewelry, wood crafts and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free.

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9-10 DESTREHAN PLANTATION FALL FESTIVAL (13034 River Road, Destrehan; www.destrehanplantation.org) — There

are arts and crafts vendors, antiques, pony rides, face painting and games for the kids, as well as live music by Foret Tradition and Groovy 7. 9 a.m.4 p.m. daily. $8, free for children 12 and younger.

16-17 TREME CREOLE GUMBO FESTIVAL (Armstrong Park, 701 N. Rampart St.; www.tremegumbofest.com) — The

brass band showcase and food festival includes lots of styles of gumbo, traditional and contemporary brass band music, cooking demonstrations, an arts market and kids’ activities. 11 a.m.-7:30 p.m. daily. Free.

21-23 INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE ON WORLD WAR II (Higgins Hotel & Conference Center and World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St.; www.nationalww2museum.org) — The theme of the

conference is “June 1944: The Month that Changed the World.” It features speakers including Rick Atkinson, Omer Bartov, William I. Hitchcock, Ian W. Toll and others. Hours TBA. $399-$949.

23-24 CAMP MOORE LIVING HISTORY RE-ENACTMENT ( 70640 Camp Moore Road, Tangipahoa; www.campmoorela. com) — There are battle re-enact-

ments, demonstrations, living history exhibits, vendors and food concessions. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Saturday, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday. $5, $3 students, free for children 6 and younger.

29-JAN. 1, 2020 CELEBRATION IN THE OAKS (New Orleans City Park, 5 Victory Ave.; www. neworleanscitypark.com/celebration-in-the-oaks) — The holiday light

display is scattered throughout 25 acres of New Orleans City Park, including the Botanical Garden, Storyland and the Carousel Gardens Amusement Park. Visitors can ride a train around the park to view displays. 6 p.m.-10 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, 5 p.m.-11 p.m. Friday-Saturday. (Closed Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve.) Admission TBA.

DECEMBER DAILY-JAN. 1, 2020 CELEBRATION IN THE OAKS (New Orleans City Park, 5 Victory Ave.; www. neworleanscitypark.com/celebration-in-the-oaks) — See Nov. 29 listing

for event details.

WEEKENDS THROUGH DEC. 8 LOUISIANA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL (46468 River Road, Hammond; www.larf.org) — See Nov. 2 listing for

event details.

1-23 NOEL ACADIEN AU VILLAGE (800 W. Broussard Road, Lafayette; www. acadianvillage.org) — More than half

a million lights are incorporated into displays across 10 acres of land. There are carnival rides, food vendors, live entertainment, a shopping area and photos with Santa. 5:30 p.m.-9 p.m. daily. $10, free for children 4 and younger. 2 A NEW ROADS CHRISTMAS ( 211 W. Main St., New Roads; www.newroads. net/a-new-roads-christmas) — Amuse-

ment rides, arts and crafts, food vendors and photos with Santa are part of the celebration. There’s a parade at 5:30 p.m., followed by a tree lighting at City Hall. Noon-7 p.m. Free.

6-8 HOLIDAY ART MARKET (Central School Arts & Humanities Center, 809 Kirby St., Lake Charles; www.artscouncilswla.org)

— Louisiana artists exhibit and sell their handmade creations, and there are music performances, bakery items and more. 3 p.m.-7 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, noon-5 p.m. Sunday. Free.

14 CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE (Drouet Park, Turkey Creek) — Roy Chaffin

and Todd Knight’s Knight Train are among the musical guests, which perform swamp pop, country and other genres. There’s also a parade, shopping, educational exhibits and a queen contest. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. $3.

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in the Irish spirit for St. Patrick’s Day with special menus that go beyond corned beef and cabbage. Cavan (3607 Magazine St., 504-509-7655; www.cavannola. com), which is named for a county in Ireland, holds a St. Paddy’s Day dinner Mar. 14. The five-course meal is inspired by Ireland with some Southern twists, and cocktail

The Kolache Kitchen serves sweet and savory pastries BY H E L E N F R E U N D @helenfreund BREAKFAST IN TEXAS can mean several things, and kolaches are pretty high on the list. The doughy pastries — a CzechTexan hybrid — can be found all over the Lone Star State, and often are filled with jam or savory combinations, from spicy chorizo to crumbly breakfast sausage, brisket and cheese. New Orleans is no stranger to the tasty dough pockets, and several bakeries experimenting with the item have emerged recently. Now there is The Kolache Kitchen, a grab-and-go hub dedicated to the pastry. It’s an outpost of the Baton Rouge flagship, which was started in 2013 by Will Edwards, a Houston ex-pat, and recently expanded to Uptown New Orleans. The Freret Street spot is a fast-casual concept where guests order their items at a counter and leave with a paper bag filled with warm kolaches. The pastries feature a lightly sweet and yeasty dough, with fillings such as bacon and cheese or versions oozing a sweet medley of blackberries and cream cheese. The kolache inspiration may be Texan, but a boudin-filled version doesn’t do the South Louisiana staple justice, and even the spicier option, studded with jalapeno peppers, tastes bland in comparison to other versions. A kolache stuffed with Patton’s hot sausage and cheese, however, treats the local favorite right. Besides kolaches, the kitchen makes pastries in various shapes and sizes. For those wanting a breakfast fill-up, more substantial options include so-called rancheros stuffed with scrambled eggs and a variety of meat options, such as mildly spicy chorizo. Empanadas come in their

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characteristic crescent shape, and are filled with savory ingredients, including a Texas-leaning version packed with soft, shredded brisket, poblano peppers and provolone cheese. Also good is a Southwestinspired shrimp and jalapeno version, a fiery treat that oozes cheddar cheese and would provide an adequate lunch or hearty mid-day snack. In keeping with the Texas theme, a selection of breakfast tacos also is available. Fillings include scrambled eggs and a variety of add-ons wrapped in warm flour tortillas. The tacos are fine, but they pale in comparison to the bakery’s namesake item. New Orleans isn’t a breakfast taco town yet, and it won’t become one because of these.

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Owner Will Edwards holds a tray of kolaches at The Kolache Kitchen on Freret Street.

Kolache Kitchen isn’t for the gluten-shy, but bread-lovers — and those simply hankering for a taste of Texas — will be satisfied. The casual spot serves as homage to the bready pastry in our backyard and makes our Texas neighbors feel that much closer. Email Helen Freund at helensfreund@gmail.com

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pairings are included. It starts with an amuse bouche of boxty (an Irish potato pancake) served with creme fraiche, Cajun caviar and a sunny side-up quail egg, and is paired with an Irish Manhattan. Other dishes include a purple cabbage and dill salad with spiced pecans, Irish cheddar and orange-tarragon dressing. Blood sausage bangers and mash comes with onion gravy and there is Irish coffee cake with mint julep buttercream for dessert. The dinner costs $66. The full menu and tickets are available on the dinner’s Eventbrite page. In the CBD, French restaurant Couvant (317 Magazine St., 504324-5400; www.couvant.com) offers three entree specials from March 15 to 17 to celebrate the holiday. They include Savoy cabbage with braised oxtail, heritage carrots and bordelaise sauce; Savoy cabbage and salmon, trout roe and beurre blanc; and chicken with smoked bacon, morel mushrooms and truffled chicken jus. The dishes are $27 each. — HELEN FREUND PAGE 46

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Snow warning KING CAKE SEASON is over, but

snowball season kicked off March 8 with the seasonal reopening of Hansen’s Sno-Bliz (4801 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-891-9788; www.snobliz.com), the Uptown snowball mainstay. Hansen’s closed Dec. 18 for winter. It currently is celebrating its 80th year in business. This year, the Krewe of Muses honored Ashley Hansen, who took

Every Friday morning beginning at 8 a.m., it will offer shrimp and grits for breakfast. Starting at 11 a.m., the fish fries will feature a plate with one fish fillet, baked macaroni and cheese, potato salad, peas, bread, cake and a drink for $10. The weekly events continue through Easter, which is April 21. The organization offers free delivery for orders of five of more. Customers can place orders by emailing suppers@first72plus.org. — HELEN FREUND

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Ashley Hansen of Hansen’s Sno-Bliz outside her snowball shop, which reopened for the season last week.

com), the fast-casual build-yourown salad hub, will take over the spot formerly home to Halal Guys at 5001 Freret St. The mini-chain’s signature green signage was on the storefront in late Februrary, announcing the pending opening in a building also shared with Blaze Pizza. The Halal Guys, an international franchise that started as a New York City food cart, shuttered its Freret Street location last September, less than two years after opening. A Halal Guys restaurant at 301 St. Charles Ave. in the Central Business District remains open. Ben Kazenmaier and Abhi Bhansali opened the first City Greens location in 2012 on Poydras Street in the CBD. The restaurant

over the running of the stand from her grandparents, with a float titled “Dear Ashley Hansen” (a take-off on the Broadway hit “Dear Evan Hansen”). — KEVIN ALLMAN

Lent a hand MARDI GRAS IS BEHIND US and the season for Lenten fish fries has begun. Besides the usual church and community events, a weekly fry at Mid-City’s The First 72+ (2917 Perdido St., 504-324-8859; www.first72plus.org) offers diners something different. On International Women’s Day (March 8), the nonprofit began a series of Friday fish fries and will donate $1 of every plate sold to Operation Restoration, an organization that supports currently and formerly incarcerated women with the education and training needed to re-enter society successfully. The First 72+ assists former prisoners with housing and other support.

City Greens will expand to Freret Street, but an opening date has not been announced.

follows a model popularized by New York City build-your-own salad bars, specializing in health-conscious items such as wraps, soups, cold-pressed juices and salads made with lettuces and microgreens grown on the company’s 63,000 square-foot hydroponic farm. City Greens also has outposts in Elmwood and Old Metairie. There is no word on an opening date. — HELEN FREUND

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Aaron Nachlas Cocktail connoisseur AARON NACHLAS is a former U.S.

Coast Guard flight mechanic and self-taught spirits connoisseur who has made cocktails his passion. The Top Taco festival (www.toptaconola.com) is this week, and he is coordinating the partner event, Agave Week (www.nolaagaveweek.com), which runs from March 10-14. Nachlas helms the Top Tequila & Mezcal Competition and VIP Judging at the Ace Hotel March 10 and 12. Nachlas spoke to Gambit about Agave Week.

How did you get interested in sprits and cocktails? NACHLAS: I spent 20 years with the Coast Guard working on helicopters as a flight mechanic. I’ve always liked mixing drinks, but just like everybody else, I only knew so much. A long time ago, I did a twoyear culinary program, so I learned the basics of how to match flavors and taste and find balance. When I moved down here, I started going to Tales of the Cocktail and saw amazing things being done on the cocktail front.

What are some of the Agave Week highlights? N: My highlight is going to be the tequila competition and the guided judging. We’re going to have an audience, and I’m going to teach some of the nuances in tasting and judging. We also have a big Lucha Libre event where we’re bringing in luchadores from Mexico and all over the world. We’ve got Trixie Minx performing on a night that we’ve called “Mezcalicious,” and we have some really high-end mezcals that people can taste. We’re doing some industry seminars as well. Brian Dias from NOLADrinks is moderating our industry panels, where we’ll be talking about sustainability, the state of the industry and economics in the tequila and agave worlds. We have a lot of great reps that are going to be bringing their products in to showcase the versatility of the spirit. For years, tequila was a shot with lime and you choked it down. Now it’s hitting this wonderful renaissance where

people are starting to appreciate it for the spirit that it is.

What do you look for when judging an agave spirit? N: First there’s the visual side, which is color and clarity. You swirl it around the glass and you’re looking to see how the liquid or the spirit comes down. That tells you whether it has retained the essential oils or if they added a lot of sugar to it. With smelling, you’re looking for what kind of scents come forward the most. With a blanco — a very young, un-aged spirit — you’re going to have a lot of crisp smells, while with something like an anejo — a darker tequila that’s been aged — you’re going to have a lot of the woody smells you might associate with bourbon or some darker spirits. With mezcal, that’s all about the smoke, so you’re looking for the ones that are smoky but not so much that it overpowers the fruitiness or the sweetness of the mezcal. For taste, you’re going to see if it’s something that’s really going to give a lot of bite, and is it going to linger in a positive way or a negative way? Is it overly sweet or less sweet? It depends on the expression you’re looking for at the time. With blancos, you might be looking for something crisper, with anejos you’re looking for something richer, and reposados are right in the middle. My favorite of late has been cristalino, which is aged, clear tequila — like an anejo, but it’s filtered so it’s clear. So you essentially have the crispness of a blanco with the richness of an anejo. It’s really good. — HELEN FREUND

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BYWATER Jack Dempsey’s Restaurant — 738 Poland Ave., (504) 943-9914; www. jackdempseys.net — Reservations accepted for large parties. L Tue-Fri, D Wed-Sat. $$ Suis Generis — 3219 Burgundy St., (504) 309-7850; www.suisgeneris.com — Reservations accepted for large parties. D Wed-Sun, late Wed-Sun, brunch Sat-Sun. $$

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Antoine’s Restaurant — 713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines.com — Reservations recommended. L, D Mon-Sat, brunch Sun. $$$ Bourbon House — 144 Bourbon St., (504) 522-0111; www.bourbonhouse.com — Reservations accepted. B, L. D daily, brunch Sun. $$$ Brennan’s New Orleans — 417 Royal St., (504) 525-9711; www.brennansneworleans.com — Reservations recommended. B, L Tue-Sat, D Tue-Sun. $$$ Copper Monkey Bar & Grill — 725 Conti St., (504) 527-0869; www.coppermonkeygrill.com — No reservations. L, D and late daily. $$

Public Service Restaurant — NOPSI Hotel, 311 Baronne St., (504) 962-6527; www.publicservicenola.com — Reservations recommended. B & D daily, L Mon-Fri, brunch Sat-Sun. $

Criollo — Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 681-4444; www.criollonola. com — Reservations recommended. B, L, D daily. $$

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Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse — 716 Iberville St., (504) 522-2467; www. dickiebrennansrestaurant.com — Reservations recommended. D daily. $$$

Catalino’s — 7724 Maple St., (504) 618-6735; www.facebook.com/catalinosllc — Reservations accepted. L and D daily. $$

Gazebo Cafe — 1018 Decatur St., (504) 525-8899; www.gazebocafenola. com — No reservations. L, early dinner daily. $$

Chais Delachaise — 7708 Maple St., (504) 510-4509; www.chaisdelachaise. com — Reservations accepted. L SatSun, D daily, late Fri-Sat. $$

Green Goddess — 307 Exchange Place, (504) 301-3347; www.greengoddessrestaurant.com — No reservations. L, D Wed-Sun. $$

Mikimoto — 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 488-1881; www.mikimotosushi. com — Delivery available. Reservations accepted for large parties. L Sun-Fri, D daily. $$

House of Blues — 225 Decatur St., 310-4999; www.hob.com/neworleans — Reservations accepted. L, D Mon-Sat., brunch Sun. $$

Pyramids Cafe — 3151 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602 — No reservations. L, D daily. $$ Vincent’s Italian Cuisine — 7839 St. Charles Ave., (504) 866-9313; www.vincentsitaliancuisine.com — Reservations accepted. L Tue-Fri, D Mon-Sat. $$

CITYWIDE Breaux Mart — Citywide; www. breauxmart.com — No reservations. L, D daily. $

Killer Poboys — 219 Dauphine St., (504) 462-2731; 811 Conti St., (504) 252-6745; www.killerpoboys.com — No reservations. Hours vary by location. Cash only at Conti Street location. $ Louisiana Pizza Kitchen — 95 French Market Place, (504) 522-9500; www. lpkfrenchquarter.com — Reservations accepted. L, D daily. $$ The Market Cafe — 1000 Decatur St., (504) 527-5000; www.marketcafenola. com — No reservations. B, L, D daily. $$

FAUBOURG MARIGNY

NOLA Restaurant — 534 St. Louis St., (504) 522-6652; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/nola-restaurant — Reservations recommended. L Thu-Mon, D daily. $$$

Kebab — 2315 St. Claude Ave., (504) 383-4328; www.kebabnola.com — Delivery available. No reservations. L and D Wed-Mon, late Fri-Sat. $

Palace Cafe — 605 Canal St., (504) 523-1661; www.palacecafe.com — Reservations recommended. B, L, D daily, brunch Sat-Sun. $$$

Mardi Gras Zone — 2706 Royal., (504) 947-8787 — No reservations. Open 24 hours daily. $

Red Fish Grill — 115 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1200; www.redfishgrill.com — Reservations accepted. L, D daily. $$$

FRENCH QUARTER

Restaurant R’evolution — 777 Bienville St., (504) 553-2277; www.revolutionnola. com — Reservations recommended. D daily. $$$

Antoine’s Annex — 513 Royal St., (504) 525-8045; www.antoines.com — No reservations. B, L, D daily. $

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Salon Restaurant by Sucre — 622 Conti St., (504) 267-7098; www.restaurantsalon.com — Reservations accepted. D Tue-Sun, brunch Fri-Sun. $$

www.vincentsitaliancuisine.com — Reservations accepted. L Tue-Fri, D Mon-Sat. $$

The Delachaise — 3442 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-0858; www.thedelachaise. com — No reservations. L Fri-Sun, D and late daily. $$

MID-CITY/TREME

Emeril’s Delmonico — 1300 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-4937; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/emerils-delmonico — Reservations recommended. D daily. $$$

Tableau — 616 St. Peter St., (504) 9343463; www.tableaufrenchquarter.com — Reservations accepted. B, L, D daily, brunch Sat-Sun. $$$

Angelo Brocato’s — 214 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1465; www.angelobrocatoicecream.com — No reservations. L, D Tue-Sun. $

HARAHAN/JEFFERSON/ RIVER RIDGE

Brown Butter Southern Kitchen & Bar — 231 N. Carrollton Ave., Suite C, (504) 609-3871; www.brownbutterrestaurant.com — Reservations recommended. L Tue-Fri, D Tue-Sat, brunch Sat.-Sun. $$

Joey K’s — 3001 Magazine St., (504) 891-0997; www.joeyksrestaurant.com — No reservations. L, D Mon-Sat. $$

Cafe NOMA — New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, (504) 482-1264; www.cafenoma.com — Reservations accepted for large parties. L Tue-Sun, D Fri. $

Juan’s Flying Burrito — 2018 Magazine St., (504) 486-9950; 5538 Magazine St., (504) 897-4800; www.juansflyingburrito.com — No reservations. L, D daily. $

Cafe Navarre — 800 Navarre Ave., (504) 483-8828; www.cafenavarre.com — No reservations. B, L and D Mon-Fri, brunch Sat-Sun. $

Le’s Baguette Banh Mi Cafe — 4607 Dryades St., (504) 895-2620; www. facebook.com/lesbaguettenola — No reservations. B Sat-Sun, L and D daily. $

Cupcake Fairies — 2511 Bayou Road, (504) 333-9356; www.cupcakefairies. com — B and L Tue-Sat. $

Martin Wine Cellar — 3827 Baronne St., (504) 899-7411; www.martinwine.com — No reservations. B, L daily, early dinner Mon-Sat, brunch Sun. $$

The Rivershack Tavern — 3449 River Road, (504) 834-4938; www.therivershacktavern.com — No reservations. L, D daily. $ Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 1212 S. Clearview Parkway, Elmwood, (504) 733-3803; www.theospizza.com — No reservations. L, D daily. $

KENNER The Landing Restaurant — Crowne Plaza, 2829 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 467-5611; www.neworleansairporthotel. com — No reservations. B, L, D daily. $$

LAKEVIEW

Five Happiness — 3511 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 482-3935; www.fivehappiness.com — Delivery available. Reservations accepted. L, D daily. $$

Lakeview Brew Coffee Cafe — 5606 Canal Blvd., (504) 483-7001 — No reservations. B, L daily, D Mon-Sat, brunch Sat-Sun. $

FullBlast Brunch — 139 S. Cortez St., (504) 302-2800; www.fullblastbrunch. com — No reservations. Brunch ThuMon. $$

NOLA Beans — 762 Harrison Ave., (504) 267-0783; www.nolabeans.com — No reservations. B, L, early D daily. $$

G’s Pizza — 4840 Bienville St., (504) 483-6464; www.gspizzas.com — No reservations. L, D, late daily. $

METAIRIE

Ikura Sushi + Hibachi — 301 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 485-5658; www. ikuranola.net — Delivery available. No reservations. L and D daily. $$

Akira Sushi + Hibachi — 3326 N. Arnoult Road, Metairie, (504) 304-8820; www.akirametairie.com — Delivery available. No reservations. L and D daily. $$ Andrea’s Restaurant — 3100 N. 19th St., Metairie, (504) 834-8583; www. andreasrestaurant.com — Reservations recommended. L, D daily, brunch Sun. $$$ Kosher Cajun New York Deli & Grocery — 3519 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-2010; www.koshercajun.com — No reservations. L Sun-Thu, D Mon-Thu. $ Mark Twain’s Pizza Landing — 2035 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-8032; www.marktwainpizza.com — No reservations. L Tue-Sat, D Tue-Sun. $ Martin Wine Cellar — 714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie, (504) 896-7350; www.martinwine.com — No reservations. B, L daily, early dinner Mon-Sat, brunch Sun. $$ R&O’s Restaurant — 216 Metairie-Hammond Highway, Metairie, (504) 831-1248; www.rnosrestarurant.com — No reservations. L, D daily. $$ Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine — 923-C Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-6859 — Reservations recommended. L, D Tue-Sun. $$ Tandoori Chicken — 2916 Cleary Ave., Metairie, (504) 889-7880 — No reservations. L, D Mon-Sat. $$ Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 2125 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 510-4282; www.theospizza.com — No reservations. L, D daily. $ Vincent’s Italian Cuisine — 4411 Chastant St., Metairie, (504) 885-2984;

Katie’s Restaurant — 3701 Iberville St., (504) 488-6582; www.katiesinmidcity. com — No reservations. L daily, D MonSat, brunch Sun. $$ Juan’s Flying Burrito — 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 569-0000; www.juansflyingburrito.com — No reservations. L, D daily. $ Namese — 4077 Tulane Ave., (504) 4838899; www.namese.net — Reservations accepted. L, D Mon-Sat. $$ Ralph’s on the Park — 900 City Park Ave., (504) 488-1000; www.ralphsonthepark.com — Reservations recommended. L Tue-Fri, D daily, brunch Sun. $$$ Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 4024 Canal St., (504) 302-1133; www.theospizza.com — No reservations. L, D daily. $ Willie Mae’s Scotch House — 2401 St. Ann St., (504) 822-9503; www. williemaesnola.com — No reservations. L Mon-Sat. $$ Wit’s Inn — 141 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1600; www.witsinn.com — Reservations accepted for large parties. L, D, late daily. $

UPTOWN Apolline — 4729 Magazine St., (504) 894-8881; www.apollinerestaurant.com — Reservations accepted. brunch, D Tue-Sun. $$$ The Columns — 3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-9308; www.thecolumns.com — Reservations accepted. B daily, L FriSat, D Mon-Thu, brunch Sun. $$

G’s Kitchen Spot — Balcony Bar, 3201 Magazine St., (504) 891-9226; www. gskitchenspot.com — No reservations. L Fri-Sun, D, late daily. $

Miyako Japanese Seafood & Steakhouse — 1403 St. Charles Ave., (504) 410-9997; www.japanesebistro.com — Reservations accepted. L Sun-Fri, D daily. $$ Nirvana Indian Cuisine — 4308 Magazine St., (504) 894-9797 — Reservations accepted for five or more. L, D Tue-Sun. $$ Piccola Gelateria — 4525 Freret St., (504) 493-5999; www.piccolagelateria. com — No reservations. L, D Tue-Sun. $ Slice Pizzeria — 1513 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-7437; www.slicepizzeria.com — No reservations. L, D daily. $ Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 4218 Magazine St., (504) 894-8554; www. theospizza.com — No reservations. L, D daily. $

WAREHOUSE DISTRICT Emeril’s Restaurant — 800 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 528-9393; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/emerils-new-orleans — Reservations recommended. L Mon-Fri, D daily. $$$ Juan’s Flying Burrito — 515 Baronne St., (504) 529-5825; www.juansflyingburrito. com — No reservations. L, D daily. $ Meril — 424 Girod St., (504) 526-3745; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/meril — Reservations accepted. L, D daily. $$ Vyoone’s Restaurant — 412 Girod St., (504) 518-6007; www.vyoone.com — Reservations accepted. L Tue-Fri, D Tue-Sat, brunch Sat-Sun. $$$

WEST BANK Mosca’s — 4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, (504) 436-8950; www.moscasrestaurant.com — Reservations accepted. D Tue-Sat. Cash only. $$$ Specialty Italian Bistro — 2330 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, (504) 391-1090; www.specialtyitalianbistro.com — No reservations. L, D daily. $$ Tavolino Pizza & Lounge — 141 Delaronde St., (504) 605-3365; www. facebook.com/tavolinolounge — Reservations accepted for large parties. D daily. $$

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The Jazz Playhouse — The James Rivers Movement, 8 Kerry Irish Pub — Jason Bishop, 8:30 Old U.S. Mint — Down on Their Luck Orchestra, 2 Prime Example Jazz Club — Spectrum 6 Quintet featuring Arthur Mitchell and Percy Williams, 8 & 10 Ralph’s on the Park — Joe Krown, 5 Rock n’ Bowl — Latin Night, 7 SideBar — Eric Benny Bloom, 7; Johnny Vidacovich & Mike Dillon, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Stanton Moore Trio, 8 & 10 Southport Hall — Hand Out, Blis, Glazed, Hate Club and Daisybones, 7 St. Mary’s Chapel, Ursuline Convent — Faulkner Society Spring Concert Series, 6 The Starlight — Hannah Mignano Trio, 6; Adam Keil Project, 9; Asher Danziger, 10 Three Muses — Mia borders, 8

WEDNESDAY 13 BMC — Tempted, 5; Les Getrex & Creole Cooking, 8; Bamboula’s — Eight Dice Cloth Jazz Trio, noon; Bamboulas Hot Jazz Quartet, 3; Mem Shannon Band, 6:30; John Lisi Band, 10 Banks Street Bar — Heaven Honey Balms Winded Jamie Joyce Sweeter, 8 Bombay Club — Josh Paxton, 8 Bullet’s Sports Bar — Treme Brass Band, 7:30 Checkpoint Charlie’s — T Bone Stone and the Happy Monsters, 8 Chickie Wah Wah — Mark Carroll & Friends, 6; Jimbo Mathus and The Durrty Crooks with Alvin Youngblood Hart, 8 Circle Bar — The Iguanas, 7; Herzog, 10 The Cove at University of New Orleans — Shannon Powell, 7

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FRIDAY 15 Andrea’s Restaurant (Capri Blu Piano Bar) — Bobby Ohler, 8 BMC — Lifesavers, 3; Winslow, 6; La Tran K Latin Night, 9; Treces Del Sur, 11:59 Bamboula’s — Jeremy Joyce Jazz Adventure, 11 a.m.; Kala Chandra, 2:15; Les Getrez N Creole Cooking, 5:30; Tree-house Brass Band, 8:45; ACE Brass Band, 12 Bombay Club — Kris Tokarski Trio featuring Evan Christopher and Hal Smith, 8:30 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Calvin Johnson and Native Son, 6; Bluebird String Band with Albanie Falletta, 9 Bullet’s Sports Bar — The Pinettes Brass Band, 9

Casa Borrega — Clave Y Canela, 7 Central City BBQ — Dave Jordan and Almost Acoustic, 5 Checkpoint Charlie’s — Bedlam Ville Trifles, 8; Sandra Love and the Reason, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Michael Pearce, 6; Tim O’Brien and Jan Fabricius, 8 Circle Bar — Natalie Mae & friends, 7 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Carson Station, 8 Gasa Gasa — The Dial Up Tones with DJ Mr. Gorgeous, 9 House of Blues — Dick Deluxe (Restaurant & Bar), noon; Captain Buckles, 3:30; Jason Bishop Band, 7; Blues Traveler, 8 The Jazz Playhouse — The Nayo Jones Experience, 7:30; Burlesque Ballroom featuring Trixie Minx and vocals by Romy Kaye, 11 Le Bon Temps Roule — Davis Rogan, 7 Columbia Street at N. Boston Street, Covington, — Sunset at the Landing with Jerry Hess, Lulu and the Broadsides, 6 NOLA Brewing Company — Paul Sanchez, 3 Oak — Jon Roniger, 9 Old Point Bar — Rick Trolsen, 5; Jamie & the HoneyCreepers, 9:30 One Eyed Jacks — Zenith Sunn: Anson Funderburgh & Eric Lindell, 9 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Kevin Louis & Palm Court Jazz Band, 7 Rock n’ Bowl — Groovy 7, 9:30 Santos Bar — Blood Incantation, Necrot, Morbid Torment and Anareta, 9 SideBar — Kirk Duplantis, Nick Benoit & Chris Alford, 7; Reggie Scanlan, Tom Worrell & Lionel Batiste Jr., 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ellis Marsalis Quartet, 8 & 10 The Starlight — Shaye Cohn with Coleman Akin, 5; Micheal Watson and the Alchemy, 8; Derrick Freeman Band, 10 Terra Bella — Sugar Bomb, 5:30

SATURDAY 16 Abita Springs Town Hall — Steve Anderson Band, Big Easy Playboys, Fair River Station, Riverside Ramblers, 6 Andrea’s Restaurant (Capri Blu Piano Bar) — Margerita, 8 BMC — Orphans Of Storyville, noon; Abe Thompson & Drs. Of Funk, 3 Retrospex, 6; Jam Brass Band, 9; Twisted Circus, 11:59 Bamboula’s — Sabertooth Swing, 11 a.m.; G & the Swinging Gypsies, 2:15; Johnny Mastro Blues Band, 5:30; Crawdaddy T’s Cajun/Zydeco Revue, 8:45; Jason Neville Funky Soul Band, 12 Bombay Club — Meryl Zimmerman Quartet, 8:30 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Warren Battiste, 11; The Royal Rounders, 6; Asylum Chorus, 9 Casa Borrega — Borocoto Trio, 7 Checkpoint Charlie’s — Lips and the Trips, 8; J Monque’D blues Band, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Papa Mali & A Dead Reckoning, 8 Circle Bar — Dick Deluxe, 5 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Michael Pearce, 7; Lynn Drury, 9 Gasa Gasa — Bloom, Vega My Heart Might Explode, 9

MUSIC Upcoming concerts »» MOTIONLESS IN WHITE WITH ATREYU, April 16, House of Blues »» BRYAN ADAMS, May 9, Champions Square »» LOVELYTHEBAND, JAGWAR TWIN AND FLORA CASH, May 13, House of Blues »» ANDERSON .PAAK AND THE FREE NATIONALS, THUNDERCAT AND NONAME, June 8, Champions Square »» JAMILA WOODS, June 8, Gasa Gasa »» CHURCH OF MISERY, MONDO GENERATOR AND TOKE, June 9, Santos Bar »» THE FELICE BROTHERS AND JOHNATHAN RICE, June 10, Gasa Gasa »» STEF CHURA AND FRENCH VANILLA, July 19, Gasa Gasa »» LIVE AND BUSH, July 30, Champions Square

SUNDAY 17 BMC — Will Dickerson Band, noon; Abe Thompson & Drs. Of Funk, 3; Jazmarae, 7; Moments of Truth, 10 Bamboula’s — Eh La Bas Jazz Ensemble, 11; NOLA Ragweeds Jazz, 2; Carl LeBlanc Jazz, 6:30; Ed Wills Blues 4 Sale, 10 Bombay Club — Kris Tokarski Trio with Duke Heitger, 8 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Jazz Brunch with Some Like It Hot, 11; St Roch Syncapators, 4; Steve Pistorius Quartet, 7 Bullet’s Sports Bar — VL and Just Eight Band, 6 Circle Bar — Dick Deluxe, 5; Micah McKee & friends and Blind Texas Marlin, 7; Looms, 9:30 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Dan Aguilar Blues Band, 5 Gasa Gasa — Das Body, French For Rabbits and Kate Teague, 9 House of Blues (Restaurant & Bar) — Jason Bishop Band, 6 The Jazz Playhouse — Germaine Bazzle, 8 The Maison — Tuba Skinny, 4 Old Point Bar — John Rankin, 3:30; Romy Kaye and Jeanne Marie Harris, 7 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Mark Braud & Sunday Night Swingsters, 7 Ralph’s on the Park — Joe Krown, 11 Santos Bar — Brume, Pious and Fauns, 9; Rewind Dance Party with DK Unicorn Fukr, 11:59 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Phillip Manuel Nat King Cole Centennial Tribute, 8 & 10 The Starlight — Gypsy Stew, 5; Another Micheal with Pope, 9; Bellows and Julie Odell, 10 Three Muses — Raphael et Pascal, 5; Clementines, 8

MONDAY 18 Anderson .Paak performs June 8 at Champions Square.

Gattuso’s Neighborhood Bar and Restaurant — The Strays, 7 House of Blues— Geovane Santos (Restaurant & Bar), noon; Baby Boy Bartels and the Boys, 3:30; Rahim Glaspy (Foundation Room), 7; Marsha Ambrosius, 8 The Jazz Playhouse — Cyril Neville & Swamp Funk Band, 8:30 Live Oak Cafe — Valerie Sassyfras, 10:30 Oak — Riverbend Ramblers, 9 Old Point Bar — Marshland, 9:30 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Will Smith & Palm Court Jazz Band, 7 Santos Bar — The Dirty Nil, 9 Bass Church Dance Party, 11:59 SideBar — Klezervation Hall, 7; Tim Robertson, Marcello Benetti and Chris Alford, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Amina Figerova Sextet, 8 & 10 The Starlight — Heidijo, 5; Ven Pa Ca with John Lawrence, 8; Roda de Choro, 10 Three Muses — Chris Christy, 5

BMC — Zoe K, 5; Lil Red & Big Bad, 7; Paggy Prine & Southern Soul, 10 Bamboula’s — St. Louis Slim, noon; BannBau’s Hot Jazz 4, 3; G & the Swinging Gypsies, 6:30; Smoky Greenwell Blues Band, 10 Bombay Club — David Boeddinghaus, 8 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Arsene DeLay, 5; Antoine Diel, 8 Checkpoint Charlie’s — Decatur Street Allstars, 7 Circle Bar — Dem Roach Boyz, 7; Mom & The Mailman, Coco Cruse, 9 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Danny Alexander and the Monday Night Blues Jam Session, 8 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — John Fohl, 9 Fair Grinds Coffeehouse (Mid-City) — David Wiseman, 7 Gasa Gasa — The KVB, Numb.er, J Sweatt, 9 House of Blues — Sean Riley, 6 The Jazz Playhouse — Gerald French and The Original Tuxedo Jazz Band, 8 One Eyed Jacks — Blind Texas Marlin, 10 Santos Bar — Thelma and the Sleaze, Wild Powwers and BBQT, 9 SideBar — Instant Opus Series, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Charmaine Neville Band, 8 & 10 Southport Hall — Hit Like a Girl, Camp

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Green Lake, Rich Octopus and Slow Rosary, 7 The Starlight — Lulu and the Broadsides featuring Dayna Kurtz & Carlo Nuccio, 6; Beth Patterson and Seth Hitsky, 9; Amanda Wlaker and Keith Burnstein, 10

CLASSICAL/CONCERTS Albinas Prizgintas. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave. — The organist’s Organ & Labyrinth performance includes selections from baroque to vintage rock, played by candlelight. www.albinas.org. Free admission. 6 p.m. Tuesday. A Music Prelude to Easter. St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, 615 Pere Antoine Alley — Variations on the Blues, from Baroque to Blue Monday will be the focus of the series of Lenten concerts on Tuesdays. Craig Adams begins the series. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Open Rehearsals. UNO Performing Arts Center, 2000 Lakeshore Drive — The New Orleans Gay Men’s Chorus holds open rehearsals for new and returning singers in preparation of the June

concert. www.nogmc.com. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Music at Midday. Tulane University, Rogers Memorial Chapel, 1229 Broadway St. — Newcomb Department of Music presents Alfred Lemmon, organ. Noon. Free admission. Noon. Wednesday. Opera On Tap. Abita Brew Pub, 72011 Holly St., Abita Springs — New Orleans Opera presents local and regional vocalists in free casual concerts of opera, Broadway and more, including the upcoming opera The Blind. www.newolreansopera.org. 7 p.m. Wednesday. Pavel Haas Quartet. Dixon Concert Hall, 33 Audubon Blvd., Tulane University — New Orleans Friends of Music present the quartet playing works by Dvorak, Smentana and Martinu. Tickets $18$35. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. Deacon John and the Ivories. New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Ave. — Friends of the Cabildo continue their concert series. Tickets $20-$25. 7 p.m. Friday. The Fantastical Imagination. Orpheum Theater, 129 Roosevelt Way — LPO

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TUESDAY 12 Agave Week. There are five days of seminars on judging spirits, scavenger hunts, panel discussions and more at Ace Hotel and other locations. www.nolaagaveweek.com. Tickets for events range from $40 to $165. Through Thursday. Fiction Writers Group. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie — Author Diana Watson leads a new writers group, which will move to the River Ridge library in April. www.jplibrary. net. 7 p.m. Thriving in Place. Broadmoor Community Church, 2021 S. Dupre St. — There’s a speaker and free lunch is served at the monthly series for seniors. Noon.

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WEDNESDAY 13 “BUILDing Innovative Career Paths in STEM”. Xavier University Center, 1 Drexel Drive — Erica Douglas, aka Sister Scientist, speaks as part of the Building Infrastructure Leading to Diversity Speaker Series. www.xula.edu. Free admission. 6 p.m. “A Camellia Legacy”. Gallier House Shop, 1128 Royal St. — Ruth Coy follows the development of the camellia plantings in the landscape of “Green Leaves” in Natchez, Mississippi, one of the original homes of the Natchez Pilgrimage. Seven generations of the Koontz-Beltzhoover family have owned the house since 1849. $10 in advance; $12 at the door. 6 p.m. Mia X Remix Wednesdays. Overflow Market & Cafe, 432 N. Galvez St. — Rapper and chef Mia X hosts cooking classes on healthy remixes of popular recipes. www. facebook.com. Free admission. 11 a.m.

THURSDAY 14 Big Book Sale. Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner — The Friends of the Jefferson Public Library’s event includes books, DVDs, CDs, video, tapes and more, plus auction items. Cash and credit cards accepted. www. friendsofjeffersonlibrary.org. Through Sunday 10 a.m. Irish Channel Block Party. Annunciation Square, Annunciation and Race streets — The St. Patrick’s Day party includes music, food and dancers. Proceeds benefit St. Michael Special School. 1 p.m. Belgian Beer Workshop. The Avenue Pub, 1732 St Charles Ave. — The event explores Belgian brewing traditions and techniques. Tickets $48. 7 p.m. Top Taco. Woldenberg Park, 1 Canal St. — The festival on the New Orleans riverfront features tacos by the city’s chefs, tequila cocktails and live entertainment. 6 p.m.10 p.m. Tickets $45-$95. 7 p.m.

PREVIEW St. Patrick’s Day parades BY WILL COVIELLO THERE ARE ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADES from the Irish Channel to the French Quarter and Metairie, and several feature walking clubs and floats with ridA DVO C AT E S TA F F P H OTO ers tossing beads, cabbages and more. • Jim Monaghan’s St. Patrick’s Day B Y S C OT T T HR E L K E L D The Irish Channel St. Patrick’s Day Parade Parade. The French Quarter parade circles the Garden District. begins at 6:30 p.m. Friday at Molly’s at the Market (1107 Decatur St.). A group of revelers rides mule-drawn floats and limos around the historic district and returns to the bar. Visit www.mollysatthemarket.net for information. • Irish Channel Parade. The Irish Channel St. Patrick’s Day Club holds its annual parade of floats and marching groups around the Garden District at 1 p.m. Saturday. The route begins at Magazine and Felicity streets and circles the Garden District on Jackson, St. Charles and Louisiana avenues and Magazine Street before ending at Jackson and Annunciation Street. Visit www.irishchannelno.org for information. • Metairie Road St. Patrick’s Day Parade. The parade begins at noon Sunday near Archbishop Rummel High School and proceeds on Severn Avenue to Metairie Road, where it turns toward Orleans Parish and ends at Focis Street. Visit www.stpatsmetairie. com for information. • Downtown Irish Club Parade. The walking club parade/pub crawl begins in Bywater at Piety and Burgundy streets and heads to the French Quarter. Visit www. facebook.com/downtownirishclubnola for information. • Louisiana Irish-Italian Parade. The final parade is the Louisiana Irish-Italian Parade in Metairie. It begins at noon Sunday, March 24 at Clearview Center and follows Veterans Memorial Boulevard to Martin Behrman Avenue. Visit www.lairish-italian. org for information.

“Waking the Dead: Old World Traditions in a New World Environment, the Irish Community of New Orleans”. New Orleans Jazz Museum, 400 Esplanade Ave. — Author Laura Kelley and Justin Nystrom discuss the funerary traditions of Irish immigrants as part of the Friends of the Cabildo Lecture Series. Free admission. 6 p.m.

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9 p.m. Tickets $15 for nonmembers. 5 p.m. Jim Monaghan’s French Quarter Irish Parade. Molly’s at the Market, 1107 Decatur St. — Riders in carriages and marching groups meander through the Vieux Carre, starting and ending at Molly’s at the Market. 6:30 p.m. New Orleans Home and Garden Show. Mercedes-Benz Superdome, 1500 Sugar Bowl Drive — Home-related services and products are on display and there’s remodeling advice, green building info, decorating and landscaping help, food programs, artist workshops, a theater and automation exhibit, makers market, home building experts and more. Tickets $10-$15, free for children 12 and younger. Noon, through Sunday. New Orleans Rhythm & Blues Tour. Corner of Royal and St. Philips Streets — Friends of the Cabildo tour explores the career of Cosimo Matassa and the development of R&B in the Crescent City. www.friendsofthecabildo.org. Tickets $20-$25. 3 p.m.

SATURDAY 16 A Lyrical Affair. Schwarz Home, 606 Hector Ave. — The fundraiser for Lyrica Baroque includes cocktails and hors d’oeuvres and honors Jonathan McCall and Margaret Shields, recipients of the 2019 Maestro Award. www.lyricabaroque. com. Tickets $125. 6:30 p.m. Antiques and Vintage Collectibles Mart. Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner — The 43rd annual market includes antiques, Depression and pressed glass, china, coins, pottery, jewelry, furniture, linens and more from 28 dealers. There’s also a raffle and parade of prizes. Admission $8 (good for both days). 10 a.m., also Sunday. Cruise Night. Brewster’s Restaurant and Lounge, 8751 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette — The Antique Auto Club of St. Bernard’s event is open to antique cars and trucks. Free admission. 7 p.m. Saturday. Garden District Tour. 1452 Jackson Ave. — Explore the architecture and influences of culture, climate, political events and famous figures on the area. www.friendsofthecabil-

do.com. Tickets $20-$25. 10 a.m. Saturday. Irish Channel Parade. — The parade features floats, marching groups and more. It circles the Garden District on its traditional route. 1 p.m. Saturday. Kids in the Kitchen. Southern Food & Beverage Foundation, 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. — California rolls and crab rangoons are on the menu for this class. Ages 7-11 www.natfab.org $15-$20. 10 a.m. Saturday. New Orleans Film Society Gala. The Farrell Estate, 4534 St. Charles Ave. — The gala celebrates the 30th anniversary of the society with food, cocktails, entertainment and more. www.neworleansfilmsociety.org. Tickets $250-$300. 8 p.m. Saturday. Parasol’s Block Party. Parasol’s Restaurant & Bar, 2533 Constance St. — There’s music, green beer, food and more. 10 a.m. Saturday. St. Joseph Altar Description and Demonstration. Southern Food & Beverage Foundation, 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. — Musician, bandleader and event producer David Roe and friends have created all the baked goods on the St. Joseph altar at St. Augustine Church. Roe discusses the history behind the practice of building altars. www.natfab.org. 1 p.m. Saturday. Tracey’s St. Paddy’s Day Party. Tracey’s Original Irish Channel Bar & Restaurant, 2604 Magazine St. — There’s green beer, corned beef and cabbage and more. 11 a.m. Saturday.

SUNDAY 17 Breakfast with the Birds. Bayou Sauvage National Wildlife Refuge Ridge Trail, 20876 Chef Menteur Highway — The informal nature walk is open to all ages and covers a variety of topics. www.fws.gov/southeastlouisiana. 8 a.m. Mardi Gras Indian Super Sunday. A.L. Davis Park, 2701 LaSalle St. — Generally scheduled for the third Sunday in March, near St. Joseph’s Day, Super Sunday parades feature Mardi Gras Indians from around the city. The Uptown event ends at A.L. Davis Park, where a Super Sunday

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MUCH GETS OVERLOOKED in a national political atmosphere that resembles a tacky reality-TV show, but some things have simmered below the surface for years. America’s incarceration rate for women grew at twice the rate of men in recent decades, according to the Prison Policy Initiative. Most of our incarcerated women were jailed for nonviolent crimes, and many are single mothers. More than 8 percent of Louisiana children currently have a jailed parent. How did we get here? That dark history is explored in the stories of more than 30 former prisoners in collaboration with area artists in this “(Per)Sister: Incarcerated Women in Louisiana” expo at Newcomb Art Museum. It may sound grim, but many of the works are quite engaging, with an aura of transcendence enlivened by a haunting soundtrack by Lynn Drury, Sarah Quintana, Kim Roberts (aka Queen Koldmadina), Spirit McIntyre, Margie Perez and Keith Porteous, who perform a free concert at 6 p.m. Friday, March 22 at the museum. Butch Frosch’s painting “Tremica” (pictured) is a graphical representation of Tremica Henry’s separation from her 3-year-old daughter, an image that uses a pop-art style that Frosch associates with white America. Lee Deigaard’s mixed-media “Persister Moon” depicts a blood moon embellished with white flowers and metal mesh, symbolizing the prison birth of 21-year-old Earlneishka Johnson’s baby. The vibrant color patterns of Carl Joe Williams’ installation invokes African cultural memory as a backdrop to Dolfinette Martin’s story of her early incarceration and later work on behalf of at-risk young women. Epaul Julien’s painting “13th” portrays Dolita Wilhike as an Angela Davis lookalike superimposed on an American flag where the stripes are images of chains, chain gangs and prisoners that implicitly question the actual legacy of the 13th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. Rontherin Ratliff’s imposing “All Black & Blue, Bruises of a Queen’s Crown” sculpture is a stylized chess piece that symbolizes the complicated process of Bobbie Jean Johnson’s exoneration after decades of imprisonment, and MaPo Kinnard’s ceramic “Aya” sculpture, based on an iconic West African deity of endurance, surveys these stories from the spirit realm, symbolically transcending oceans, continents and centuries. Through July 6. Newcomb Art Museum, Tulane University, (504) 865-5328; www.persister.info.

festival includes live music, food and more. Free admission. Noon. St. Joseph’s Day Celebration. French Market , 1100 N. Peters St. — The Farmers Market features a St. Augustine Church St. Joseph’s Day Altar, live music and more. Free admission. 1 p.m.

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Teen Seminars. Rosedale Library, 4036 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson — Teens in grades 6-12 are invited to attend a three-session seminar on dressing, etiquette and identifying passions. Visit www.jplibrary.net for details. 2:30 p.m.

SPORTS Pelicans Basketball. Smoothie King Center, 1501 Dave Dixon Drive — The New Orleans Pelicans take the court against the Milwaukee Bucks at 7 p.m. Tuesday, the Portland Trail Blazers at 7 p.m. Friday, and Phoenix Suns at 6 p.m. Saturday. Visit www.smoothiekingcenter.com for details. Tickets $6-$166.

BOOKS Armand Richardson. Hubbell Library, 725 Pelican Ave., Algiers — The author and photographer discusses and signs “Fire In My

Lens: An Insider’s Look at New Orleans.” www.nolalibrary.org. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. Children’s Authors. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie — Three local authors debut new books at the library, including Kat Piggott’s “I See You Green Dinosaur,” Florencia Levinton Schabelman’s “My New Neighbors” and Melissa Wallace’s “It’s Great To Be A NOLA Kid” and “It’s Great To Be An Acadiana Kid.” www.jplibrary.net. Free admission. 7 p.m. Thursday. Dhonielle Clayton and Zoraida Cordova. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave. — Best-selling authors will hold teen chats to discuss their work and the craft of writing. Also at 2 p.m. at West Bank Regional Library, 2751 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey. www.jplibrary.net. 11 a.m. Saturday. Gordon H. “Nick” Mueller. National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St. — The National World War II Museum director and CEO launches his book, “Everything We Have: D-Day 6.6.44.” Registration required. www.nationalww2museum.org. 6 p.m. Thursday. Grant Sabatier. Hubbell Library, 725 Pelican Ave., Algiers — The author discusses his book “Financial Freedom: A Proven Path to All the Money You Will Ever Need.” www.nolalibrary.org. 6 p.m. Monday.

GOING OUT Some national chains do not announce their opening weekend lineups in time for Gambit’s print deadline. This is a partial list of films running in the New Orleans area this weekend.

OPENINGS “Beuys” — Andres Veiel directs this 2017 documentary about the 20th-century German sculptor and performance artist Joseph Beuys. Zeitgeist Theatre and Lounge. “The Big Bad Fox & Other Tales” (G) — An animated adventure from 2017 set in a countryside with a fox that thinks it’s a chicken, a rabbit that acts like a stork and other animal stories. Zeitgeist Theatre and Lounge. “Captive State” (PG-13) — An extra-terrestrial force occupies a Chicago neighborhood in this sci-fi thriller starring Vera Farmiga and John Goodman. AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16, Chalmette Movies, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “Five Feet Apart” (PG-13) — A pair of teens with life-threatening illnesses meet and fall in love in this romantic drama. Haley Lu Richardson and Cole Sprouse star. AMC Dine-In Clearview Palace 12, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16, The Grand 16 Slidell, Movie Tavern Northshore, Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “I’m Not Here” — J.K. Simmons and Sebastian Stan star in this drama about a man who tries to make sense of memories of tragic events. Zeitgeist Theatre and Lounge. “Nancy Drew and the Hidden Staircase” (PG) — Based on the popular young adult novels, this family-friendly mystery stars Sophia Lillis as Nancy Drew, a young woman who sets out to solve a case and make new friends. AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16. “No Maches Frida 2” — An ex-con struggles as he tries to recover the loot he buried underneath a high school in this Spanish comedy. AMC Elmwood Palace 20. “Of Fathers and Sons” — In this documentary, a man returns to his homeland and gains the trust of a radical Islamist family. Zeitgeist Theatre and Lounge. “Wonders of the Sea 3D” (G) — Arnold Schwarzenegger narrates this documentary about French ocean explorer Jean-Michel Cousteau and his discoveries. AMC Westbank Palace 16. “Wonder Park” (PG) — An amusement park comes alive for a creative visitor named June in this animated adventure featuring the voices of Jennifer Garner, Mila Kunis and Kenan Thompson. AMC Dine-In Clearview Palace 12, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, Chalmette Movies, The Grand 16 Slidell, Movie Tavern Northshore, Regal Covington Stadium, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX.

NOW SHOWING “Alita — Battle Angel” (PG-13) — A young woman tries to discover her true identity in this action-adventure from director Robert Rodriguez and writer James Cameron. AMC Dine-In Clearview Palace 12, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, The Grand 16 Slidell, Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “Arctic” (PG-13) — Mads Mikkelsen (TV’s “Hannibal”) stars as a man trying to

survive while stranded in the Arctic. AMC Elmwood Palace 20. “Bohemian Rhapsody” (PG-13) — Rami Malek (TV’s “Mr. Robot”) stars as Freddie Mercury in this biopic about the rock band Queen. AMC Elmwood Palace 20. “Captain Marvel” (PG-13) — Brie Larson stars as Carol Danvers, a soldier who becomes one of Earth’s greatest superheroes, in this Marvel comic book adaptation. AMC Dine-In Clearview Palace 12, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16, Broad Theater, Chalmette Movies, Cinebarre Canal Place 9, The Grand 16 Slidell, Movie Tavern Northshore, Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “Cat Video Fest” — A compilation of cat videos to raise money for cats in need. Broad Theater and 9 p.m. Tuesday at Zeitgeist Theatre and Lounge. “Cold Pursuit” (R) — A snowplow driver (played by Liam Neeson) seeks revenge for the death of his drug-addicted son. Chalmette Movies. “Cuba — Journey to the Heart of the Caribbean” — The film takes an intimate look at Cuban culture, architecture and ecosystems through the eyes of its artists, historians and scientists. Entergy Giant Screen Theater. “Everybody Knows” (R) — Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem star in this mystery about a woman who returns home for her sister’s wedding only to be confronted with unexpected events. Broad Theater. “The Favourite” (R) — A frail queen’s feelings are toyed with by her close friend and a new servant in this historical comedy. Olivia Colman, Emma Stone and Rachel Weisz star. AMC Elmwood Palace 20, Regal Covington Stadium 14. “Fighting with my Family” (PG-13) — A former wrestler and his family get a chance to make it in professional wrestling in this comedy starring Florence Pugh, Nick Frost and Dwayne Johnson. AMC Elmwood Palace 20, Chalmette Movies, The Grand 16 Slidell, Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “Green Book” (PG-13) — An Italian-American bouncer becomes the driver for an African-American classical pianist in this Oscar-winning drama starring Viggo Mortensen and Mahershala Ali. AMC Elmwood Palace 20, The Grand 16 Slidell, Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “Greta” (R) — A young woman’s new friend is a lonely widow who harbors dark secrets and a deadly plan. Chloe Grace Moretz and Isabelle Huppert star. AMC Dine-In Clearview Palace 12, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, Broad Theater, Chalmette Movies, The Grand 16 Slidell, Movie Tavern Northshore, Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “Happy Death Day 2U” (PG-13) — A young woman dies over and over again, unraveling dangers and more mysteries about her life. AMC Dine-In Clearview Palace 12, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16, Chalmette Movies, The Grand 16 Slidell. “How to Train Your Dragon — The Hidden World” (PG) — The third entry in the animated series focuses on a warrior searching for a secret dragon utopia. Featuring the voices of Jay Baruchel, Cate Blanchett and Gerard Butler. AMC Dine-In Clearview Palace 12, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC

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GOING OUT Westbank Palace 16, Chalmette Movies, The Grand 16 Slidell, Movie Tavern Northshore, Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “Hurricane on the Bayou” — A documentary focusing on the areas affected by Hurricane Katrina, narrated by Meryl Streep. Entergy Giant Screen Theater. “Isn’t It Romantic” (PG-13) — Rebel Wilson is disenchanted with love but finds herself stuck inside a fictional story in this comedic fantasy. AMC Elmwood Palace 20, Movie Tavern Northshore, Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “The Lego Movie 2 — The Second Part” (PG) — Everything is not awesome in this sequel to the animated hit, featuring the voices of Chris Pratt and Elizabeth Banks. AMC Dine-In Clearview Palace 12, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16, The Grand 16 Slidell, Movie Tavern Northshore, Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “A Madea Family Funeral” (PG-13) — Tyler Perry writes, directs and acts in this latest comedy story about grandmother Madea and her family traveling to a reunion that becomes a nightmare. AMC Dine-In Clearview Palace 12, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16, Chalmette Movies, The Grand 16 Slidell, Movie Tavern Northshore, Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “Oceans — Our Blue Planet 3D” — This BBC Earth film transports audiences to the depths of the globe’s waters. Entergy Giant Screen Theater. “Run the Race” (PG) — Brothers in a small Southern town share different world views in this faith-based drama. Regal Covington Stadium 14. “Spider-Man — Into the Spider-Verse” (PG) — In the new animated Spider-Man story, Miles Morales is a teen who gets Spidey senses and travels into different dimensions, meeting other heroes with similar powers. Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “A Star is Born” (R) — Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga star in this remake about a ragged musician who falls in love with a young, undiscovered singer. AMC Elmwood Palace 20, Regal Covington Stadium 14. “They Shall Not Grow Old” (R) — Peter Jackson directs this documentary about World War I commemorating the centennial of the end of the war. Chalmette Movies. “A Tuba to Cuba” — T.G. Herrington and Danny Clinch direct this documentary following the Preservation Hall Jazz Band as they explore Cuba. Broad Theater. “The Upside” (PG-13) — Kevin Hart and Bryan Cranston star in this remake of the 2011 French film “The Intouchables,” in which a wealthy quadriplegic man hires an assistant with a criminal record. AMC Elmwood Palace 20, Regal Covington Stadium 14. “What Men Want” (R) — Taraji P. Henson stars as a sports agent who can hear men’s thoughts. Tracy Morgan and Kellan Lutz co-star. AMC Dine-In Clearview Palace 12, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, The Grand 16 Slidell, Regal Covington Stadium 14, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX.

SPECIAL SCREENINGS “Buckjumping” — Lily Keber directs this 2018 documentary about the different communities of New Orleans. Featuring

Mannie Fresh, Mia X and Nicholas Payton. At 7 p.m. Thursday at Lupin Hall at NOCCA Institute. Free for NOCCA students, $10 for general public. neworleansfilmsociety.org. “Doctor Detroit” (R) — Dan Aykroyd stars in this 1983 comedy about a college professor who starts posing as a pimp. At 9 p.m. Wednesday at Bar Redux, 801 Poland Ave., New Orleans. Free. Followed by a screening of “Neighbors.” “Doctor Who — Logopolis” (PG) — A fan favorite, this special episode celebrates the fourth doctor’s adventures and includes updated special effects. Tom Baker, Peter Davison and Janet Fielding star. At 7 p.m. Wednesday at AMC Elmwood Palace 20, Regal Covington Stadium 14. “Errol Spence Jr. vs. Mikey Garcia” (R) — Exclusive screening of the welterweight championship boxing match and four-fight card, live from Arlington, Texas. At 8 p.m. Saturday at AMC Elmwood Palace 20. “Fate/Stay Night — Heaven’s Feel II. — Lost Butterfly” (R) — The latest installment in the popular anime series from TYPE-MOON, featuring heroes fighting for the Holy Grail. At 7 p.m. Thursday at AMC Elmwood Palace 20. “Frenzy” (R) — A serial murderer is on the loose in this 1972 thriller from director Alfred Hitchcock, starring Jon Finch and Barbara Leigh-Hunt. At 10 a.m. Wednesday at Prytania Theatre. “George — The Story of George Maciunas and Fluxus” — Writer-director Jeffrey Perkins’ feature-length documentary focuses on the influential avant-garde artist. At 9 p.m. Saturday at Zeitgeist Theatre and Lounge. “Gone with the Wind” — Clark Gable and Vivien Leigh star in this romantic drama set against the background of the American Civil War and Reconstruction periods. At 1 p.m. Sunday and 6 p.m. Monday at AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16. “Keith Sonnier — Sketches to Neon” — The documentary focuses on the Louisiana-born artist and pioneering figure in conceptual, post-minimal, video and performance art. At 6 p.m. as part of Friday Nights at NOMA, New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, New Orleans. Free for members, regular admission applies. “Neighbors” (R) — John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd star in this 1981 comedy about a quiet man whose peaceful life is disturbed by a new couple who moves in next door. Wednesday at Bar Redux, 801 Poland Ave., New Orleans. Free. Following a screening of “Doctor Detroit.” “Patterns of Evidence — Moses Controversy” (G) — A faith-based documentary from Timothy Mahoney, a filmmaker who seeks scientific evidence that Moses wrote the first books of the Bible. At 12:55 p.m. Saturday and 6:30 p.m. Tuesday at AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16, The Grand 16 Slidell. “The Quiet Man” — John Wayne stars as a retired boxer who returns to Ireland and finds love. Directed by John Ford. At 10 a.m. Sunday at Prytania Theatre. “Rafiki” — Two Kenyan women fall in love and must decide between happiness and safety in this 2018 drama from director Wanuri Kahui. At 9 p.m. Wednesday at Zeitgeist Theatre and Lounge. “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” (R) — A couple has a breakdown and has to stay at the bizarre house of Dr. Frank-N-Furter in this cult classic comedy/musical starring

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ON STAGE “Baby Doll.” Le Petit Theatre, 616 St. Peter St — The dark comedy is based on Tennessee Williams’ one-act play “27 Wagons Full of Cotton.” Tickets $15-$50. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday “Bad Girls of Burlesque.” House of Blues (The Parish), 225 Decatur St. — The show features femme fatale and bad girl themes. 8 p.m. Saturday “Burlesque Bingo.” The AllWays Lounge & Theater, 2240 St. Claude Ave. — Lefty Lucy performs improvised striptease to a song selected by the bingo-playing crowd, removing one item per round. 6 p.m. Monday “Mamma Mia.” Cutting Edge Theater, 747 Robert Blvd., Slidell — The music of ABBA propels this story of a former rocker turned inn keeper, who’s daughter decides to find out who her father is before her Greek Island wedding. www.cuttingedgetheater. com. Tickets $28-$45. 2 p.m. Sunday, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday “Once on This Island Jr.” Westwego Performing Arts Theatre, 177 Sala Avenue, Westwego — JPAS Theatre Kids! present a junior adaptation of the musical about a girl who finds love in a world of prejudice. Tickets $15-$25. 7:30 p.m. Friday, 2 p.m. Saturday and Sunday “A Raisin in the Sun.” Ashe Power House, 1731 Baronne St. — Voices in the Dark Productions and Ashe Cultural Arts Center present Lorraine Hansberry’s story on the 60th anniversary of the play about a black family gaining an inheritance and moving to an all-white neighborhood. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday “Hamilton.” Saenger Theater, 1111 Canal St — Lin-Manuel Miranda’s award-winning musical about Alexander Hamilton and the nation’s founders features rap battles and more. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday, 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Saturday, 1 p.m. Sunday, 7 p.m. Sunday “Into the Woods”. Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, 325 Minor St — The Stephen Sondheim musical features the intertwined stories of characters from popular fairy tales. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday “Trixie Minx’s Burlesque Ballroom.” The Jazz Playhouse at the Royal Sonesta, 300 Bourbon St. — The burlesque show has a speakeasy environment with performances by Trixie Minx and a rotating cast of special guests, with vocals by Romy Kaye and the Mercy Buckets. www.sonesta.com/jazzplayhouse. Tickets $20. 11 p.m. Friday “The Unexpected Guest.” 30 by Ninety Theatre, 880 Lafayette St., Mandeville — In Agatha Christie’s mystery, a woman caught

with a gun near her husband’s dead body claims she did not kill him. 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday

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OPENINGS New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Circle — “Keith Sonnier: Until Today,” exhibition explores the conceptual artist’s work, including sculptural works of neon, through June 2; opening Friday.

HAPPENINGS Beading Workshop with the Red Flame Hunters. Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St. — At the Craft Happy Hour, members of the Mardi Gras Indian tribe share their sewing techniques. www. ogdenmuseum.org. Tickets $20-$25. 6 p.m. Tuesday Creole Portraiture. Gallier Historic House Shop, 1132 Royal St. — Claudia Kheel leads the exploration of Creole portraiture in an event marking the opening of “Ma Chere Mere: Adelaide Grima and 19th-century Creole Matriarchs” exhibition, on display through June 11. Tickets $10 advance; $12 door. 6 p.m. Saturday

MUSEUMS Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, 1 Canal St. — “Washed Ashore — Art to Save the Sea” features works by Angela Pozzi crafted from plastic trash collected from Pacific Coast beaches, through April. Visit www.auduboninstitute.org for details. Louisiana State Museum Cabildo, 701 Chartres St. — “The Baroness de Pontalba and the Rise of Jackson Square” is an exhibition about Don Andres Almonester and his daughter, Baroness Micaela Pontalba, through October. Louisiana State Museum Presbytere, 751 Chartres St. — “It’s Carnival Time in Louisiana” features Carnival artifacts, costumes, jewelry and other items; “Living With Hurricanes — Katrina and Beyond” has interactive displays and artifacts, ongoing. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle — “Past, Present, Future — Photography and the New Orleans Museum of Art” celebrates 100 years of photo exhibits at the museum, though Sunday. Also, “Bondye: Between and Beyond” exhibit of sequined prayer flags by Tina Girouard with Haitian artists, through June 16. Tulane University, Jones Hall, 6801 Freret St. — “The Laurel Valley Plantation Photographs of Philip M. Denman” exhibit features 40 years of photographic coverage of the Thibodaux plantation, through June 14. Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres St. “New Orleans Medley: Sounds of the City” explores diverse influences, cultures and musicians through history, through Aug. 4.

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Condé — Mall lure Spill clumsily Guitar’s kin Con artists Abridge Took cover Patchy horse Vague Plague Fit as a fiddle Sound of falling hail F-J link One of two in “crocodile” Wading birds R&B singer — Badu — Mahal Accuses PLO head Mahmoud Brimless cap “The Godfather” score composer Nino Some med. scans All-night bash Comic Laurel Eon subunit Bonn article TSA requests

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EMPLOYMENT

EXPERIENCED DELIVERY DRIVERS

Hurwitz Mintz is looking for experienced delivery drivers. Candidates must have a clean driving record and current chauffeur’s license, high school graduate, and at least one year of delivery driving experience. Must be skilled in customer relations, possess good interpersonal and verbal communication skills, and be able to lift 250 lbs with assistance. Must be team-oriented, and willing to ensure customer satisfaction. Benefits available including 401k. APPLY IN PERSON to Warehouse Manager, 1751 Airline Dr. Metaire, La. 70001.

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT LOWER GARDEN DISTRICT 1/2 BLOCK TO MAGAZINE

1 & 2 bedrooms available in ideal location and ROOMS BY THE MONTH with PRIVATE BATH. All utilities included monthly. Call 504-202-0381 for appointment.

4519 NEW ORLEANS ST.

3021 ANNUNCIATION ST.

2460 BURGUNDY STREET

Upgraded Irish Channel cottage with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths & a large office loft. High Ceilings, wood floors and a cute rear yard in an excellent Irish Channel location. $439,000

Two (2) separate renovated cottages on a large 48 x 127 Lot in an excellent Marigny location. Main house is a 2 bedroom camelback and 2nd cottage is a 2 bedroom rental. Off street parking for several cars and room for a pool in the rear. $829,900

ING

High-quality new construction with an open floor plan, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, wood floors, high ceilings and the energy efficiency that only New Construction can offer. Incredible value at $ 264,000

Licensed by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission for more than 35 years with offices in New Orleans, LA 70130

MID-CITY 3122 PALMYRA STREET

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call 483-3100

Completely renov, 1/2 dbl w/ 1BR, 1BA, hdwd flrs, w/d, refrig, stove, ceil fans, water pd. $850/mo+dep. Call 504-899-5544.

DORIAN M. BENNETT, INC. 504-920-7541

UPTOWN/GARDEN DISTRICT

2340 Dauphine Street (504) 944-3605

1107 S Peters #521 - 2bd/2ba ........... $3600

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Dominque Albert, Nicole Albert, Tehran Dunn, Wilford Albert, Jr., and/or Tieya Delaney or his or her heirs or assigns, please contact Macy Lauren Ledet, Attorney (985) 308-1509. Important property rights involved.

1140 Decatur #3 - 1bd/1ba ................. $2300

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921 Race #B - 3bd/2ba ........... $3750

Shamrock Head bands Starting at $2.50-$9.99 CHARLIE DAY

Kennel #40272503

Charlie Day is a 5-year-old male Boxer Mix. This big guy is a total sweetie with beauty and brains. He learned basic commands like sit, stay, and down while at the Louisiana SPCA, and he is very treat driven. While he is a smart and loveable dog, Charlie Day has a goofy and playful side that we love to see.

MJ’s

1513 Metairie Rd. • 835-6099 Metairie Shopping Center MJSMETAIRIE

Lakeview

Locally owned & serving the New Orleans area for over 25 years

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PEARL

Kennel #40364585

Pearl is a 2-year-old, spayed, DSH with a grey coat. She is incredibly sweet, loves attention, and very gentle, but in contrast lives for the forceful, firm pats and scritches. We’d say she’s a gem, but she truly is a pearl.

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

RESIDENTIAL • COMMERCIAL AFTER CONSTRUCTION CLEANING HOLIDAY CLEANING LIGHT/GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING HEAVY DUTY CLEANING

Susana Palma

lakeviewcleaningllc@yahoo.com Fully Insured & Bonded

504-250-0884 504-309-6662

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YOUR MJ’s GET IRISH ON

UPTOWN NEAR UNIVERSITIES

2Bd/1.5Ba-Dublin near streetcar. LR,Din,Furn Kit,Laundry with W/D,Hdwd flrs, Ceil Fans,Scrn Porch. $1200+dep. No Pets. Owner/Agt 504-442-2813.

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propertymanagement@dbsir.com

Michael L. Baker, ABR/M, CRB, HHS President Realty Resources, Inc. 504-523-5555 • cell 504-606-6226

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DRIVERS

All real estate advertised herein is subject to the Federal Fair Housing Act and the Louisiana Open Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise any preference, limitation or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, NOTICE: familial status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination. We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. For more information, call the Louisiana Attorney General’s Office at 1-800-273-5718.

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