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WED. FEB. 22 | The original Modern Lover returns to One Eyed Jacks in the same setup as his 2012 and 2015 visits (solo, save for his timekeeper, ex-Giant Sand drummer Tommy Larkins) but with a new offering: Ishkode! Ishkode! (Blue Arrow), Richman’s first original LP since 2010. At 8 p.m. at One Eyed Jacks.

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Krewe Debauche Ball FRI. FEB. 24 | The inaugural Carnival ball from gypsy punks Debauche also includes Tasche and the Psychedelic Roses, DJ Kerry Lynn, BARIQ Belly Dance Company and other performances. At 9 p.m. at the Sanctuary Cultural Arts Center.

Baby dolls and skeletons are among the traditional masking groups that come out on Fat Tuesday BY WILL COVIELLO DENISE TREPAGNIER MURPH GREW UP IN THE SEVENTH WARD,

surrounded by neighbors who masked as Mardi Gras Indians in tribes including the Yellow Pocahontas and Creole Osceolas. She learned to sew bead panels for friends’ Indian suits. “It’s absolutely peaceful to pull on a needle and thread,” Trempagnier says, sitting in a room in her Algiers home that’s filled with four sewing machines, a hemming machine and pieces of a bright pink costume. “It keeps me grounded and happy.” She always made costumes for herself for Fat Tuesday, but it wasn’t until her friend Alfred Doucette, a Mardi Gras Indian, put her in touch with Antoinette K-Doe in 2004 that she masked as a baby doll. Baby doll groups date to the era of Storyville, when women who worked in the prostitution district spent Fat Tuesday parading in baby doll costumes. As K-Doe recounted the history of the baby dolls, Murph was hooked. “Antoinette explained that on Mardi Gras, the baby dolls didn’t work their normal trade,” Murph says. “They’d pose for pictures with people. The money was donated to a hospital to take care of boys from the Gentilly orphanage.” Not long afterward, women not from Storyville formed baby doll groups. Murph typically makes a baby doll dress, bloomers, a decorated umbrella, a lacy garter, a baby bonnet brim and a bag, in which she carries a baby bottle filled with spirits. She makes a new outfit every year, and past costumes fill a guest room closet in her home. (She also made a crepe paper baby doll costume for an exhibit at the Louisiana State Museum.) For most of the past dozen years, Murph has paraded on Fat Tuesday

Power Trip with a baby doll group, initially the K-Doe Baby Dolls. Three years ago she was diagnosed with cancer and stopped masking to take care of her health. Now 18 months cancerfree, she has assembled her own group, 504 Eloquent Baby Dolls, which includes five first-time baby dolls. (Murph made a costume and visited friends on Fat Tuesday in 2016, but did not walk with a group.) Traditionally, Mardi Gras Indian tribes emerge in their neighborhoods early in the morning on Fat Tuesday. In the 6th and 7th wards, baby doll groups and the Northside Skull and Bones Gang also come out early in the morning. Skeleton gangs, featuring members in helmet-like papiermache skulls, black clothes painted with bones and butcher’s aprons, typically start the earliest, playing music and banging on cow bones to wake up others for the Indians. The Northside Gang is currently led by musician Bruce “Sunpie” Barnes. “[The skeletons] are a literal representation of the shedding of the flesh at Carnival,” Barnes says. He and his Northside Gang made a special visit to the Motherin Law Lounge to welcome the K-Doe Baby Dolls when they first marched.

SAT. FEB. 25 | Texas thrashers Power Trip fuse hardcore punk’s attitude with arena metal’s earthmover arrangements on albums that read like executive-order reviews (Manifest Decimation, Nightmare Logic). No wonder they draw headlines such as “Power Trip Mean More to Dallas than the Cowboys Ever Did” (thank you, Noisey). Iron Reagan, Most Heinous and Fat Stupid Ugly People open at 9 p.m. at Siberia.

LEON SUN. FEB. 26 | The latest confirmation of pop music as Sweden’s chief cultural export, singer-songwriter LEON will release a full-length this year to follow her 2015 teaser Treasure, led by the effervescent breakup jam “Tired of Talking.” Jacob Banks opens at 10 p.m. at Gasa Gasa.

Baby doll Denise Trepagnier Murph and husband Ralph Murph march on Fat Tuesday. P H OTO C O U R T E S Y D E N I S E T R E PAG N I E R M U R P H

On Feb. 27, the Northside Gang will arrive at the Backstreet Cultural Museum (1116 Henriette DeLille St.; www.backstreetmuseum.org) at approximately 6 a.m. to rally before making a trek through Treme and surrounding neighborhoods. Eventually the gang will return to the museum. Murph’s baby dolls will emerge at a friend’s home on Annette Street. They’ll make stops at the Backstreet, the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club and Bullet’s Bar.

Lundi Gras MON. FEB. 27 | The Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club presents its elected characters and music (Rebirth Brass Band, DJ Jubilee, Tonya Boyd-Cannon) in Woldenberg Park, and King Zulu greets Rex when he arrives at Spanish Plaza at 6 p.m. There also is music and fireworks at Spanish Plaza. PAGE 73.

Red Beans parade MON. FEB. 27 | Of course the Krewe of Red Beans parades on a Monday. Krewe members cover their costumes in red beans and second-line around the Marigny, French Quarter and Treme. Beginning at 2 p.m. at Marigny Opera House.

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@skooks “I’m not ranting and raving, I’m actually having a great time” is a pretty good Mardi Gras slogan

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The Krewe of ’tit Rex has reportedly sent an intel gathering shoebox float to troll the public rightaways around the Rex barn.

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New Orleans bus stops that are not compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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NEARLY 94 PERCENT OF NEW ORLEANS BUS STOPS FAIL TO MEET THE NEEDS OF DISABLED RIDERS, and the city has until 2031 to update them. On Feb. 10, the city, the New Orleans Regional Transit Authority (RTA) and its owner Transdev settled a lawsuit filed by three wheelchair users arguing the city’s transit stops are not compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Plaintiffs Francis Falls, Mitchell Miraglia and Thad Tatum with attorney Andrew Bizer of Bizer & DeReus filed the suit. In 2015, Manning Architects released its report and found that only 5.7 percent (126) had a compliant transit stop area and pedestrian access route. The plaintiffs then filed a lawsuit in U.S. District Court. Eleven months later, the parties settled. U.S. Magistrate Judge Karen Wells Roby and Bizer will monitor the city’s progress following a five-year inspection period for the city and RTA to determine the scope of renovations. The report estimates ADA compliance will cost the city between $10.7 million and $12.6 million. The firm also is representing the plaintiffs in a separate lawsuit over the city’s historic streetcars’ ADA accessibility. — ALEX WOODWARD

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presented a family advocate award to state Rep. Kenny Havard, R-Jackson, who in 2016 infamously proposed an amendment to prohibit strippers over 28 years old and over 160 pounds. According to The Advocate, Havard received the award Feb. 14 and joked “I learned my lesson” as the organization’s Gene Mills said he appreciated Havard’s sense of humor.

DISASTER, AND I SAW IT COMING

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Comment

Regarding our photos of spray-painted “space saving” on Orleans Avenue for the Krewe of Endymion parade: “The city should stencil section numbers on the street in front of four foot wide spaces along the neutral grounds. Safety and Permits should charge at least $50 for each saved space. That way you have your permit in hand, your space saved.” — Sidney Garaudy

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I-10 News on the move 1. BIKE SHARE PILOT PROGRAM ROLLS OUT A citywide bike-sharing program will bring 700 bikes to 70 racks across parts of the city this fall. But last week — in time for the NBA All-Star weekend and the first weekend of Mardi Gras — people were able to check out bicycles from several stations in the French Quarter and CBD during a “preview” period, which lasts until Feb. 23. “The future is here already,” Landrieu said at a kickoff event. “You got a glimpse of what American cities are going to look like.” The fleet of white bikes (with baskets, hand brakes and kickstands) comes from New York-based company Social Bicycles, which allows bikes to be rented and returned to hubs around town. This month’s “preview” installs 35 bikes at nine stations downtown (the Old U.S. Mint, Lafayette Square and Cochon are among the stops) and in the Lower Garden District outside the Avenue Pub. City officials approved the plan in November. Riders download an app (search “Social Bicycles”), register their information and select a pay plan. Preview

2. Quote of the week “If you do not think the rainy day fund should be used, tell us what you want to cut.” — Jay Dardenne, Gov. John Bel Edwards’ commissioner of administration, at the start of last week’s special session in which legislators met to grapple with a $304 million midyear hole in the state budget. State Rep. John Schroder, who opposes using the rainy day fund for recurring expenses, said, “It’s downright sinful what we do to families in this state — to bring them down to the Capitol, scare the crap out of them and tell them we’re going to cut all the money.” As Gambit went to press, the legislature still was set to vote on cuts and the use of the rainy day fund. The special session ends Wed. Feb. 22.

Cassidy to hold Metairie town hall Feb. 22 Congressional Republicans have not had an easy time of

plan rentals cannot exceed one hour, and basic fees are $8 an hour (with a $3 fee). A $10 pass gets you an hour a day on a bike over the whole preview period. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, nearly 4 percent of New Orleanians bike to work. The League of American Bicyclists ranks New Orleans as one of the fastest-growing cities for bike ridership, with a 292 percent growth from 2000 to 2013. Over the last several years, the city added more than 100 miles of bike lanes or infrastructure, from shared lanes to paths such as the Lafitte Greenway. At-Large Councilman Jason Williams says he first used a bike-sharing program in New York City, where its Citi Bike system — the largest in the U.S. — plans to expand a fleet of 10,000 bikes and 600 stations by the end of the year. “This city is tailor-made for this,” Williams said.

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it recently at town halls and community meetings in their home districts — some even have stopped the practice — but U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy is set to hold an hourlong town hall at 3:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at the East Jefferson Parish Library (4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie). Utah Rep. Jason Chaffetz shut down his town hall 40 minutes early after attendees grew angry, later claiming that the event was “more of a paid attempt to bully” him. Florida Rep. Gus Bilirakis infuriated a crowd of mostly seniors when he claimed the Affordable Care Act meant “that anyone over the age of 74 has to go before what is effectively a death panel.” (As the audience booed and yelled, Bilirakis told the seniors, sarcastically, “All right, children.”) California Rep. Dana Rohrabacher said constituents demanding a town hall were “enemies of democracy.” White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer has called the crowds at town halls “very paid” and “Astroturf-like,” though there’s no proof of any organized

paid movement. A Facebook group set up for the Cassidy event had 1,000 people marked as attending as of last week.

Drive, Mandeville). On March 4, similar rallies will be held in Bossier Parish and on the steps of the state Capitol in Baton Rouge.

p.m. Monday-Saturday and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Sunday.

4. Maness to hold

5. Trump issues

Louisiana sex education advocates made the case for comprehensive sex ed reform in New Orleans to members of the New Orleans City Council Feb. 15. While the city and state are making strides in treating people living with HIV/AIDS, Louisiana has among the highest rates of HIV, gonorrhea and syphilis in the U.S., according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the state’s Department of Health. New diagnoses are largely among people under 24 years old. Before the state Legislature likely takes another stab at sex ed reform, which has failed in most sessions, the City Council’s Community Development Committee heard from educators working with the Louisiana Public Health Institute (LPHI), the Louisiana Youth For Excellence Program through the Governor’s Office Initiative on Comprehensive Sex Educa-

pro-Trump rally on Lundi Gras

disaster declaration for tornados

New Orleans has seen its share of rallies in opposition to President Donald Trump and his policies, but a series of pro-Trump “Spirit of America” rallies in Louisiana is being organized by former U.S. Senate candidate Rob Maness and his group GatorPAC. “While we see a well-funded effort on the left bent on destroying anything that would strengthen our country,” Maness said in a statement, “we will come together as a true, organic grassroots movement in support of the President.” The “greater New Orleans metro area” Spirit of America rally will be held not in New Orleans, but in Mandeville at noon Feb. 27 (Lundi Gras) at the Tammany Trace Kids Town Pavilion (21490 Koop

President Donald Trump issued a federal disaster declaration for Louisiana Feb. 11 in the wake of devastating tornadoes, including an EF-3 tornado that damaged hundreds of buildings in New Orleans East. FEMA approved individual assistance for affected residents for up to $33,000 in financial aid and housing per household; more than 1,300 New Orleans families applied. On Feb. 15, the city closed a temporary shelter that housed more than 170 residents after the Feb. 7 tornado. People can apply for assistance via www.disasterassistance.gov and (800) 621-3362. A disaster recovery center at the East New Orleans Public Library (5641 Read Blvd.) is open from 8 a.m.-6

6. Let’s talk about sex (education)

7. “The box” — and other

Carnival getting-around tips

Want to get in or out of “the box”? The city announced Uber’s travel plans for the areas from Napoleon Avenue to Canal Street bounded by Tchoupitoulas Street and St. Charles Avenue, which require users to hail a ride from outside the box to get out of it. (In other words, walk a few blocks out of the box before you request a ride). If you want to get into the box, you’ll have to send a request in the app. New Orleans cabs will operate as usual. During parade days, the St. Charles streetcar will run its normal route but will be replaced with buses from Canal to Napoleon two hours before a parade start time. If you’re taking your car downtown or to a parade, watch for signs indicating where you can and can’t park. The city will issue $75 tickets for parking violations and could tow violators if they’re in the way of a parade or cleanup crews. Between 6 p.m. Feb. 24 and 6 a.m. March 1, parking or driving in the French Quarter between Iberville, Rampart, Dumaine and Decatur streets is prohibited (unless you have a permit). The city also will tow cars on all cross streets near Bourbon Street (700-800 blocks of Iberville, St. Ann Street and the 700 block of Royal Street). If you get towed, the auto impounds will be working extended hours (7 a.m.-3 a.m. Feb. 24-Feb. 26, 7 a.m.-1 a.m. Feb. 27 and 5 a.m.1 a.m. Feb. 28).

8. Under fire from colleagues, Brown resigns

State Sen. Troy Brown, under fire from colleagues and constituents over two misdemeanor convictions on domestic violence charges, abruptly resigned his office Feb. 16 — four days before the full Senate was set to vote on his expulsion. “It is readily apparent to me that a fair and impartial hearing before my peers will never transpire,” Brown said, adding that the Senate “tore down the very fabric of our

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tion, and the Institute of Women and Ethnic Studies (IWES), which aims to reach 16,000 students over five years. The program uses “medically accurate, non-stigmatizing” education that’s also “trauma-informed” to reflect how stress and experience inform decision-making. IWES and LPHI will release a report soon that surveyed 600 parents about their thoughts on sex ed.

government” by holding expulsion hearings based on misdemeanor charges. In the last 15 months, Brown, D-Napoleonville, pleaded no contest to charges involving physical abuse of his wife and another woman described as a “side friend” during separate incidents. Until last Thursday, Brown had vowed to stay in office, despite an expulsion resolution drafted by state Sens. Dan Claitor, R-Baton Rouge, and Sharon Hewitt, R-Slidell. State Sen. Yvonne Colomb, D-Baton Rouge, offered a softer measure that would see Brown suspended for six weeks. Brown’s attorney, Jill Craft, went to the 19th Judicial District Court seeking to block the Senate from disciplining him, to no avail. “I think my actions warrant a punishment, but the punishment should be commensurate to what occurred,” Brown said. He concluded the conference by thanking Colomb (who was at his side) and thanking his wife as well. “We are fine,” he said of his wife. “We are fine.”

Stokes, Riser join treasurer’s race State Rep. Julie Stokes, R-Kenner, and state Sen. Neil Riser, R-Columbia, both announced last week that they will run for Louisiana state treasurer in the Oct. 14 special election. The post was vacated after then-Treasurer John Neely Kennedy was elected to the U.S. Senate last year. The only other major declared candidate thus far is state Rep. John Schroder, R-Covington, though others are expected to join the race. There’s plenty of time; qualifying runs July 12-14.

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“Adopt-A-Cop” for Carnival The New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation (NOPJF) is asking the public to show appreciation for the men and women in law enforcement who work long hours to keep parade-goers safe. The NOPJF’s annual “Adopt-A-Cop” program solicits donations, starting at just $10, to provide meals, snacks and beverages to cops working the city’s parade routes. Businesses are encouraged to donate more by becoming sponsors. Other area law enforcement agencies that work with NOPD during Mardi Gras also benefit from the program. Donations can be made online at www.nopjf.org/adopt-a-cop.

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COMMENTARY

Brown got off easy DESPITE TWO DOMESTIC ABUSE ARRESTS IN THE LAST 15 MONTHS — and

two convictions on misdemeanor charges related to those arrests — state Sen. Troy Brown refused to step down until Thursday, Feb. 16. That’s when he acknowledged the charges while casting himself as the victim of vindictive peers. The Louisiana Senate was set to expel him four days later. Brown said he resigned with “profound sadness,” but added that his fellow senators “tore down the very fabric of our government” in preparing to kick him out. We suspect the republic will survive. Here are the facts: Brown, D-Napoleonville, was arrested twice on charges of abusing two different women — one his wife, the other his “side friend.” In both cases, Brown pleaded no contest, effectively conceding the charges against him. His excuses and apologies included (1) claiming a brain injury that prevented him from remembering the first incident, (2) citing the Bible and claiming God’s forgiveness, and (3) focusing on the misdemeanor nature of the charges, as if punching a girlfriend and biting his wife were akin to a speeding ticket.

If domestic abuse isn’t a bipartisan issue, what is? Last week, all 38 of Brown’s colleagues convened as the Senate’s Select Committee on Discipline and Expulsion. Brown arrived with a lawyer who sought to recast the committee hearing as a trial, demanding evidence and arguing that the Legislature’s expulsion criteria were unclear. (The gathering was merely procedural, to decide preliminary matters and determine a hearing schedule.) Brown’s attorney asked the 19th Judicial District Court to block the Senate from disciplining him. The judge demurred, and the handwriting was on the wall. A day later, Brown stepped down. It was a classic case of “You can’t fire me. I quit.” State Sens. Dan Claitor, R-Baton Rouge, and Sharon Hewitt, R-Slidell,

Troy Brown (center) and his attorney (right) at a meeting of the Senate’s Select Committee on Discipline and Expulsion. PHOTO BY MANSHIP SCHOOL NEWS SERVICE

introduced the expulsion resolution. Most of Brown’s Democratic colleagues stopped short of calling for him to resign, though it’s hard to imagine they wouldn’t eventually have voted to boot him. (State Sen. Yvonne Colomb, D-Baton Rouge, offered a softer measure to suspend him for six weeks.) To their credit, two New Orleans Democratic legislators — Sen. JP Morrell and Rep. Helena Moreno — had called for Brown’s ouster since last summer. So had Gov. John Bel Edwards. Shame on other Democrats, because if domestic abuse isn’t a bipartisan issue, what is? Republicans, meanwhile, have not been covered in glory on the issue of how men treat women. Last week, the Louisiana Family Forum (a right-wing lobby pretending to be a “Christian” group) presented a “family advocate” award to state Rep. Kenny Havard, R-Jackson, who last year offered a “joke amendment” to set limits on the ages and weights of exotic dancers — on a bill to combat human trafficking. Havard’s antics didn’t rise to the level of Brown’s crimes, but it was ironic to see him getting a “family advocate” laurel. In resigning, Brown said, “I think my actions warrant a punishment, but the punishment should be commensurate to what occurred.” We agree, but in our opinion, Brown got off easy.

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As with many New Orleanians, it was family that brought Jean Etienne de Bore, our city’s first mayor, to the Crescent City in 1776. Born into French nobility at Kaskaskia in the Illinois territory of Louisiana in 1740, he returned to France for his early education, as was the custom of the day. In Paris in 1771, he married Marie Marguerite d’Estrehan, a member of the well-known Destrehan family, whose father had been royal treasurer of Louisiana under French rule. De Bore’s wife inherited a large amount of property from her family and the couple settled in New Orleans. De Bore took over a large

Jean Etienne de Bore made granulating sugar from cane syrup a viable industry in Louisiana.

indigo plantation on land near what now is Audubon Park. He spent two decades cultivating that crop before entering the sugar trade. Though he is known as a father of the commercial sugar industry, he was not the first to granulate sugar, as many people believe. Most experts do give him credit for being the first to plant and process sugar on a large scale, beginning in 1773. According to Lawrence Powell’s book The Accidental City, it took 20 years for de Bore to sow a large amount of seed cane and then harvest and granulate it. According to historian Pie Dufour, when de Bore’s 1796 crop brought in $12,000 with a profit of $5,000, the sugar industry in Louisiana was born. Powell called it “an economic game changer.” De Bore was selected as the first mayor of the city following the Louisiana Purchase. He served only one year, however, from 1803 to 1804, resigning to take care of his private affairs. Some surmised de Bore actually harbored some animosity toward the Americans who were then in power. He died in 1820.

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(The questions were published in Gambit Feb. 14 and can be found online at www.bestofneworleans.com/blakequiz.) 1. C. Comus Comus, Carnival’s oldest krewe, no longer parades, but you can catch a glimpse of his cup during the meeting of the courts of Rex

and Comus on Mardi Gras night on WYES-TV. 2. B. Brother Martin Though Arthur Hardy is a graduate of Warren Easton and involved in

BLAKE PONTCHARTRAIN™ the foundation that now runs the charter school, he was band director at Brother Martin for 16 years. He published his first Mardi Gras Guide in 1977. 3. C. Mid-City Mid-City’s motto, pour la joie de vivre, was created by krewe founder Charles Bourgeois, who was its first king and also designed the krewe’s familiar interlocking hearts crest. 4. A. Phunny Phorty Phellows Originally formed in 1878 and parading behind Rex, the Phunny Phorty Phellows disbanded in 1898. The name was revived in 1981 by a group that boards a St. Charles Avenue streetcar on Jan. 6 to proclaim the start of Carnival season. 5. D. Elves of Oberon The Elves of Oberon, a ball-only organization that debuted in 1895, held the first ball at the Municipal Auditorium on Feb. 9, 1930. 6. A. Alla Blaine Kern’s father, a sign painter and float builder, constructed floats for the first Alla parade in 1932. The younger Kern was recruited to build the krewe’s parade in the late 1940s. 7. D. Barbara Eden Eden, best known for I Dream of Jeannie, reigned as Argus Empress in 1975. Other stars to hold that title included Connie Stevens, Phyllis Diller, Diane Ladd, Shirley Jones and Loretta Swit. 8. C. Richard Dreyfuss Dreyfuss backed out about a month before the 1992 Bacchus parade, citing a commitment to perform in a Broadway play. Actor Gerald McRaney, best known at the time as TV’s Major Dad, was invited to reign that year instead. 9. A. Hermes About a decade ago, Antoine’s converted one of its front dining rooms into the Hermes Bar, featuring photos and memorabilia from the krewe. 10. B. Cynthius Cynthius paraded from 1947 to 1951 but was the first to be televised by WDSU, the city’s first TV station, when it began broadcasting parades in 1949, two months after it signed on the air. Other parades televised that first year include Babylon, Momus, Adonis, Cardonis, Venus, Proteus, Rex and Comus. 11. B. Lipstick Queen Kong made her debut in the Bacchus parade of 1973, one year

after King Kong. The Baby Kong float was added in 1982. 12. A. Le Krewe d’Etat The krewe follows through on the play on words that goes into its name (think coup d’etat) by referring to its monarch as the dictator. The ruler’s identity is never made public. 13. B. His Majesty’s Bandwagon This signature float always follows the Rex King’s float and features a live band among its riders. 14. A. Booker T. Washington High School King Zulu 1949 Louis Armstrong performed at the coronation ceremony held on Feb. 27, 1949 in the auditorium of Booker T. Washington High School in Central City. 15. D. Earl King King wrote “Big Chief” and was present when Professor Longhair recorded the song in 1964. After Longhair left the studio, King recorded the song’s whistle and lead vocals, which were meant for Longhair to come back and duplicate later. That never happened.

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different from that of the 1930s and ’40s,” one poster notes. It adds, “While the World Wide Web has become the greatest marketplace of ideas in human history, it is also one of the primary transmitters of propaganda.” In a recent interview with Vox, former world chess champion Garry Kasparov, a renowned critic of Russian leader and master propagandist Vladimir Putin, offered a chilling observation: “Dealing with propaganda and misinformation campaigns is a new fight for most Americans, but it’s familiar ground for me and other Russians.” Kasparov lamented that a “constant bombardment” of propaganda can overwhelm people. The target is truth itself. “You start to doubt, to shrug your shoulders, to tune out, and that makes you vulnerable,” he warned. “Instead of pushing one lie, one fake, they can push a dozen, or a hundred, and that’s pretty good odds against one lonely truth. They win when you say: ‘Who can be sure what really happened?’” State of Deception is a traveling exhibition produced by the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum. It was underwritten locally by the Goldring Family Foundation and the Woldenberg Foundation. The exhibit will include periodic lectures and discussions. For more information, visit www. nationalww2museum.org or call (504) 528-1944, ext. 463. Whatever your politics, you owe it to yourself and your country to see State of Deception while it’s here.

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JEANNE EMORY, OWNER OF BRA GENIE (2881 HIGHWAY 190, MANDEVILLE, 985-951-8638; WWW.THEBRAGENIE.COM), DRAWS ON HER MANY YEARS IN THE BRA INDUSTRY

to make women feel their best. Born and raised in Michigan, Emory graduated from Louisiana State University with a degree in fashion merchandising and has been working in the bra industry since 1999. In 2005, Emory started a by-appointment bra-fitting business from her home, and it grew mostly by word of mouth. She opened the flagship Mandeville location in 2008. “When I opened my first store in 2008, I’d already had 2,000 clients come through my door,” Emory says. “We have 45,000 clients now. We aim for customer loyalty. We love new clients but those loyal, tried and true clients are golden.” Bra Genie provides a free fitting for each prospective client. “It’s kind of like shopping for blue jeans, where you really need to get your body into the bra,” Emory says. “We have regular everyday bras, we have beautiful lacy bras, we have sports bras, nursing bras, post-mastectomy bras, [and] we do bra-sized swimwear.” Emory says women often pick the wrong sizes for themselves because size and fit varies by brand. Bra Genie’s expert fitters guide the process. The store stocks A–K cups with half sizes, and bands between 28 and 50 inches. “We’re a little different. You walk in and look around and you’ll see shapewear, and panties and swimwear, but you don’t see the bras because we keep all the bras in the

The Bead Shop (4612 Magazine St., 504-895-6161; www.facebook.com/beadshopneworleans) hosts a Mardi Gras costume jewelry workshop 4 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 21. Organizers will help attendees create accessories to compliment their Carnival costumes. Tickets are $10, which provides $10 in Bead Bucks toward the purchase of supplies. The sale is on at Elle Boutique (2108 Magazine St., 504-5224929; www.shopelle.com). Patrons can enjoy 60-75 percent off winter styles.

back, in the vault,” Emory says. The Mandeville store has almost 10,000 bras in stock, and the Baton Rouge location has about 8,000. Emory refers to the back stock as a kind of library that fitters can access. Each bra is selected by Emory. “We like to say that every bra that we carry in our stores earns its place on the rack,” Emory says. She goes to the manufacturing markets two or three times a year to choose bras. After the bras are selected, she and her fitters track the store’s sales history of each selection, to see what works for customers and what doesn’t. “We say that there is no one perfect bra because you need a variety in your wardrobe,” Emory says. “You want a few everyday bras, a couple date bras, and some

sports bras.” Emory advises customers that the band of a bra should be firm and snug, but shouldn’t pinch, and should lay flat against the chest wall. Breasts should be encased by the underwire. “Straps don’t need to be tightened up all the way; that’s not what’s lifting you,” she says. “Only 10 to 15 percent of the support comes from the straps.” Emory also emphasizes the importance of maintenance in extending the life of a bra. “No bra should go in the washing machine,” she says. “It cuts the life of the bra. Also, you should rotate your bras so that they have time to regain their shape before you wear them again.”

Porter Lyons (631 Toulouse St., 800-585-0348; www.porterlyons.com) debuted its first fine jewelry collection, featuring precious stones like sapphires, diamonds and emeralds. The Crescent City Collection showcases designs inspired by the stars and the serpentine curves of the Mississippi River. Five percent of all store profits are donated to the Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana. Warby Parker Frame Studio (3964 Magazine St., 504-7992830; www.warbyparker.com) released its spring collection of eyewear early this month. The brand’s metal and plastic frames range in style from aviators to wing-tips and start at $95, including prescription lenses. Shoppers also can have portraits taken at the Uptown store for free.

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The Funky Tucks dedicates the 2017 Funk Poster to our late Krewe Captain Bobby Reichert. Bobby, along with Lloyd Frischhertz, was founder of the Krewe of Tucks, demonstrating considerable courage and irreverence in 1969 by creating a Carnival organization blind to everything except joie de vivre and by maintaining that focus consistently for the succeeding forty-nine years. It was a permit to carry a

flambeaux that Bobby and Lloyd wanted, but because they were white, the city would give them only a parade permit. How the old-line krewes wish the city had more foresight as, each year, the festooned live oaks punctuate their formal photographs! Bobby was effervescently humorous. He was generous and friendly to all. And Bobby was certain to greet every person with the dignity they deserved, with

This year marks the first in the Fat Banker Reichert-Frischhertz Funk Poster Series, which will annually honor an artist of or closely related to New Orleans that has contributed to the Funk genre. The 2017 poster, number FB-1, honors George Porter, Jr., a New Orleans native, who has been a member of The Meters, The Runnin’ Pardners, 7 Walkers (with Grateful Dead drummer Billy Kreutzmann), the Funky Meters, and a studio musician for Alan Toussaint, Lee Dorsey, Robert Palmer, and Dr. John. This year’s artist is Randy Tuten, whose work is well known from his posters for famed Fillmore West, Bill Graham Presents, and Warfield shows, including the November 11, 2000, Meters reunion concert.

The poster is available for free only from the Funky Tucks float in an edition of 6,000; signed, numbered and remarqued prints have been reserved for the performers, artist, captains, and Fat Bankers.

those for whom he held special affection receiving his Bobby-postolic blessing: The Number One Club Salute. Flambeau in hand, Bobbly is dancing to a Heavenly Mardi Gras Mambo, and we’re faithful he’ll laugh when he sees the 2,000 members of the Tucks salute him with his own Bobby-postolic blessing. HAIL BOBBY, OUR FRIEND & CAPTAIN!

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MARDI GRAS 2017

RIDE SHARE Gambit’s Carnival expert Rex Duke™ previews the final weekend of parades MARDI GRAS IS A TRUE SHARING ECONOMY, as krewes, high school marching bands and

walking groups all pitch in to entertain us. Rex Duke doesn’t recommend an app to enjoy that. He recommends joining them on the streets in real Carnival time and fashion. See the floats, listen to the bands and catch some throws! While there always is something new at Carnival, the celebration is built on tradition. This year, Rex Duke tips his hat to the all-women Krewe of Iris, which marks the centennial of its founding. Also reaching major milestones are the Krewe of Thoth on its 70th anniversary and the Krewe of Isis, which notches its 45th parade. The week of Carnival features all sorts of parades, from the satire of the krewes of Muses and d’Etat to the freewheeling and irreverent Krewe of Tucks to the beauty of Rex’s floats to the Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club’s parade with a message: Stop the Violence. On the following pages you’ll find my previews with parade themes, honored royalty, coveted throws, maps and schedules. There also is a copy of the Rex Bulletin (p. 40), depicting all the floats in a parade celebrating versions of Carnival near and far. Rex Duke is viewing and reviewing parades this season, but I am retiring the crown ratings. There will be highlights of Carnival events throughout parade season on Bestofneworleans. com, and readers can share their reviews as well. My annual recap will appear in Gambit after the Mardi Gras revelry concludes. Enjoy the parades! PAGE 22

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DRUIDS 6:15 p.m. Uptown Theme: announced day of parade Floats: 19 Archdruid: secret Throws: Druid wands and hats, cups, doubloons and medallion beads The Mystic Krewe of Druids’ themes typically feature the group’s dry and sometimes cryptic wit. The organization is secretive: The identity of the Archdruid is not revealed and the group has no court or ball.

NYX 6:45 p.m. Uptown Theme: announced day of parade Floats: 42 Goddess Nyx: Zenia Williams Throws: hand-decorated purses, purse-shaped doubloons, insulated tumblers, cellphone chargers, wine glass charms, cups and beads The Krewe of Nyx continues to grow, and this year an entertainment theme will help fans keep step with the group. Singer Irma Thomas is

the grand marshal. The procession is led by the Southern University marching band, and there are many marching and dancing groups, including the 610 Stompers, Pussyfooters, the krewe’s own Nola Nyxettes and others.

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BABYLON 5:30 p.m. Uptown Theme: announced day of parade Floats: 24 Sargon: secret Queen: announced day of parade Throws: theme T-shirts, headbands, doubloons and lighted krewe crests, streetcars and medallions The krewe doesn’t announce its theme until the day of the parade, but floats titled “Golden Buddha” and “Golden Calf” promise a rich vision of iconic figures. Signature floats include the “Babylonian Barge” and the “Hanging Gardens of Babylon.”

CHAOS 6:15 p.m. Uptown Theme: announced day of parade Floats: 16 King: secret Throws: plush swords, cups and doubloons The krewe’s parade features satirical themes addressing local and national issues. One popular throw is a deck of cards with pictures of each float.

MUSES 6:30 p.m. Uptown Theme: announced day of parade Floats: 27

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Honorary Muse: Tamron Hall Throws: decorated shoes, fuzzy socks, flashlights, krewe pompoms, blinky duck beads, duck pens, ivy wreaths, faux diamond rings, shoe bracelets, tote bags, turquoise glitter zip bags, plush toys Muses presents satirical parades, often full of references to local culture. This year, the krewe adds new signature floats: Rubber duck floats will trail the bathtub float. Journalist Tamron Hall rides in the Muses giant shoe float. There’s a wide array of original throws. PAGE 24

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HERMES 6 p.m. Uptown Theme: announced day of parade Floats: 30 King: secret Queen: announced at krewe ball Throws: plush spears, pillows, cups, doubloons and beads The krewe often chooses a theme from the ancient world or literature and doesn’t announce it until the day of the parade. The krewe introduces a new signature float depicting St. George the dragon slayer. The Talladega College Band and the St. Augustine Marching 100 perform in the parade, along with the 610 Stompers.

D’ETAT 6:30 p.m. Uptown Theme: announced day of parade Floats: 24 Dictator: secret Throws: blinking dictator and high priest beads, plush Dictator’s Royal Navy float pillow, 3-D image cups, doubloons, bottle opener key rings, lighted femur bones, bouncing balls and krewe logo throwing discs The krewe presents a satirical parade heavy on political topics. The procession also features the Dictator’s Dancin’ Dawlins and N’Awlins Nymphs. Signature floats include the “Banana Wagon,” “High Priest’s Candy Wagon” and “Dictator’s Royal Navy.”

MORPHEUS 7 p.m. Uptown Theme: Morpheus Takes a Gamble Floats: 22 King: Rock Ruiz Queen: Marcey Ruiz Throws: Plush toys including moons and sheep, bracelets with moons and stars, many lighted items, doubloons The krewe is betting viewers will enjoy its Las Vegas theme. Floats depict hotels and casinos including Caesar’s Palace and the Hilton. There also are casino attractions such as the roller coaster at the New York New York. The krewe added fiber optic lighting to its signature floats.

CENTURIONS 7 p.m. Metairie Theme: Exploring the Orient

Floats: 18 King: Andy P. LeBouef Queen: Logan F. Hess Throws: doubloons, cups, krewe swords, lighted balls and backpacks The krewe’s theme celebrates the culture of China, and floats depict the Beijing opera, Chinese dragons, pandas and more. Students from the Magnolia School ride as guests on the Chinese dragon float.

EXCALIBUR Follows Centurians Metairie Theme: Carnivale Knights Floats: 19 King: Alan David Daigrepont Queen: Dana Daigrepont-Schloegel Throws: Theme T-shirts, individual float doubloons, footballs, lighted glitter balls, bracelets and swords In a parade postponed from last weekend, Excalibur salutes Carnival celebrations around the world. Floats and costumes depict Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, Italy and Canada.

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N.O.M.T.O.C. 10:45 a.m. West Bank Theme: N.O.M.T.O.C. Salutes Icons of the Seventies Floats: 29 King: Wilfred Dennis Jr. Queen: Jada Cymone Washington Throws: Jug Man, lighted Jug Man and krewe crest beads The parade theme celebrates icons and iconic pop culture from the 1970s, including Jimi Hendrix, Thelma Houston, ABBA and Soul Train. The procession also honors the state championship football teams from Edna Karr and L.B. LandryO.P. Walker high schools. Actor Lance Nichols (Treme) and WDSUTV anchor Casey Ferrand serve as grand marshals.

IRIS 11 a.m. Uptown Theme: Iris Celebrates 100 Years Floats: 36 King: Dr. Frank Joseph DellaCroce Queen: Janet Davis DellaCroce Throws: plush king cake babies, Iris tutus, hard hats, krewe sunglasses, 3-D image theme cups and doubloons Iris marks its centennial parade, and its float titles suggest great expectations and joy. They include “Life Is a Celebration,” “Wish Upon a Star” and “In Our Wildest Dreams.”

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Noon Metairie Theme: Tucks Happens! Floats: 45 King: Wendel Dufour Queen: Christina Kahr Wallis Throws: Hand-decorated toilet brushes, plungers, fly swatters, barrel koozies, socks, toilet seat sunglasses, krewe toilet paper, whistles and cups The irreverent krewe, known for potty humor and its massive toilet seat throne, celebrates local icons — in its own terms: “Bowl Movement” honors Rock ’N’ Bowl, “Nature Calls” signals the Audubon Zoo and “Stool Pigeons” references Orleans Parish Prison. The krewe introduces two new signature floats, “Thirty Thrones” and “Fourteen Foot Friar.” Artist Frenchy serves as grand marshal and will create a painting during his ride.

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ENDYMION 4:15 p.m. Mid-City Theme: Endymion’s Constellations Floats: 36 King: Dr. Parker A. Velargo Queen: Caroline Virginia Crosby Throws: krewe lightsabers, footballs, kaleidoscopes, doubloons, cups and lighted medallion beads, throwing discs, bouncing balls and wands A theme related to the stars makes sense for a parade full of celebrity guests and ever brighter lights. Guests include performers Flo Rida, KISS and KC & the Sunshine Band, all of whom perform at the Endymion Extravaganza in the Superdome. The new grand marshal float is equipped with thousands of synchronized lights and video screens. The floats depict stars and constellations, including Capricorn, Cancer, Ursa Minor, Virgo and Gemini.

ISIS 6:30 p.m. Metairie Theme: Iris Rocks the 45 Floats: 17 King: Adrian Paul Breaux Jr. Queen: Shelly Jamison Ryan Throws: Isis pillows, Elmer’s snacks, doubloons and lighted wands, rings and bulb beads For its 45th anniversary, the krewe spins off a rock theme, illustrated by the floats “Jingle PAGE 26

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OKEANOS 11 a.m. Uptown Theme: Okeanos Salutes American Icons Floats: 21 King: Michael Charles Bierman Queen: Caroline Ann Lundgren Throws: Crawfish trays, krewe logo sand pails and cups, doubloons in eight colors The parade theme celebrates famous Americans, including Presidents Abraham Lincoln and John F. Kennedy, industrialist Henry Ford and entertainers Louis Armstrong, Elvis Presley, John Wayne and Marilyn Monroe. New Orleans icon Vince Vance serves as grand marshal. Marching groups include Kilts of Many Colours Bagpipe and Drum Unit.

MID-CITY 11:45 a.m. Uptown Theme: In Vino Veritas Floats: 17 King: Duane D. Hoff Queen: Susan Schulze Hoff Throws: plush wine bottles, T-shirts, sunglasses, potato chips, stress dolls, throwing discs, cups and doubloons The krewe is known for its tinfoil decorations, and it raises its glasses for a theme celebrating wine. Theme floats include “Grapes of Wrath” and “Love the Wine You’re With.” The group honors its home neighborhood with the signature float dedicated to City Park.

THOTH Noon Uptown Theme: Thoth’s Cookin’ Floats: 38 King: Jeffrey Badeaux Jr. Queen: Margaret Rose D’Alfonso Foster Throws: aprons, potholders, chefs’ hats, fedoras, krewe crest pillows, T-shirts, doubloons and medallion beads The krewe celebrates its 70th anniversary with a food lover’s parade. Floats depict everything from burgers and french fries to crabs and sushi. Chef/restaurateur Donald Link rides as grand marshal.

BACCHUS 5:15 p.m. Uptown Theme: Bacchus Salutes the Saints’ 50th Floats: 31 Bacchus: Jim Caviezel Throws: toy Superbowl rings, footballs, lighted beads, floatspecific items, doubloons Bacchus’s celebrity monarch, Jim Caviezel, is known for his role as Jesus in the movie The Passion of the Christ, but the parade theme suits a former Bacchus, Drew Brees. A parade celebrating the New Orleans Saints’ 50 past years depicts milestones, including the first game in Tulane Stadium and the Super Bowl win, a host of famous players, such as Steve Gleason, and the paper bag-wearing Ain’ts. There’s even a float noting the Atlanta Falcons’ recent Super Bowl loss.

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Emperor: Warren Serignet Jr. Empress: Melissa Carter Davis Throws: Doubloons and cups The Corps de Napoleon celebrates all sorts of kings, from Elvis Presley to king cake and the “King of Swing.” The krewe is known for its horse-drawn carriages carrying krewe royalty and its signature Waterloo float.

ATHENA Follows Napoleon Metairie Theme: Krewe of Athena Salutes fabOWLous Festivals of Louisiana Floats: 17 King: Vaughn Anthony Breaux Queen: Dr. Chequita Shantel Williams Throws: Hand-decorated fedoras, fanny packs, cellphone chargers, hula hoops, cups and lighted fans, wands, whistles and logo beads Originally scheduled to parade last weekend, the krewe debuts its Fancy Fedora Dance Team. Angela Watson, aka radio host Uptown Angela, rides as grand marshal in a parade celebrating Louisiana festivals such as Essence Music Festival, French Quarter Festival, New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and Mardi Gras. Signature floats feature the krewe’s symbol, Athena’s owl, and its favored fedoras.

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PROTEUS 5:15 p.m. Uptown Theme: Der Ring des Nibelungen Floats: 20 King: secret Queen: announced day of parade Throws: seahorse medallion beads, plush fish and seahorses, doubloons, cups, bracelets and lighted tridents, flambeaux and beads The krewe celebrates Richard Wagner’s Ring Cycle, and floats depict its famous pieces, “Flight of the Valkyries,” “Rhinegold” and “The Destruction of Valhalla.” The krewe also has replicated its 1882 king’s float.

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and popular culture, with floats titled “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” “Visit From the Sandman” and “Visions of Sugarplums.” Bret Michaels rides as a guest, and the procession includes the lighted creatures of Lightwire Theater and the Krewe des Fleurs. The design for theme cups was contributed by YAYA artists.

TUESDAY, FEB. 28

ZULU 8 a.m. Uptown Theme: Stop the Violence Floats: 30 King: Adonis C. Expose Queen: Donna M. Glapion Throws: decorated coconuts and medallion beads In response to the deaths of children of Zulu Social Aid and Pleasure Club members, the krewe is highlighting a “Stop the Violence” message, which is included on cups and some beads. Proceeds from sales of the parade poster will be donated to Crimestoppers.

REX 10 a.m. Uptown Theme: Carnival Fetes and Feasts Floats: 27 King: announced weekend

before parade Queen: announced weekend before parade Throws: Pillows representing individual floats, cups, beads The procession is a celebration of Carnival around the world and in history, plus a few other festivals. Floats depict the ancient Roman Saturnalia, Acadiana’s Courir de Mardi Gras, Mobile, Alabama’s Mardi Gras, Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and Maslenitsa in Russia. A float illustrating Venetian Carnevale ties in with the current exhibit at the New Orleans Museum of Art.

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BY HENRI SCHINDLER | REX ARTISTIC DIRECTOR In the mid-1870s, newspaper coverage of Carnival season began to augment descriptions of the pageants with small, black-andwhite engravings of the float designs. The evolution of these printed images magically paralleled the increasing grandeur of their subjects, and in 1882, the first “broadside” sheets appeared. On one side were the floats for Momus (“The Ramayana”), Proteus (“Ancient Egyptian Theology”), Rex (“The Pursuit of Pleasure”) and Comus (“Worships of the World”). On the other side, amid numerous advertisements, were explanations and descriptions of the arcane tableaux. Lengthy descriptions also appeared in the daily news, but without illustrations. The first attempts to reproduce the float designs in color came in 1884, with booklets illustrating the pageants of Momus and Comus. The color was uneven and out of register, but only two years later, the great wedding of steam presses and color lithography produced the first beautiful chromolithographed Carnival bulletins. Newspapers, notably the The

Picayune and Times-Democrat, vied with one another to publish the Carnival bulletins. Thousands of copies were printed and were always sold separately. These colorful souvenirs could be ordered from the newspapers, and on the day of the parades, they were hawked for a dime apiece by youngsters on streetcars and at busy street corners. These 10-cent bulletins have assumed an importance that could not have been imagined when they were produced. Because so few collections of original float and costume designs have survived, these lithographs became the visual record of the great processions, picturing every float from 1877 until the bulletins were discontinued in 1941. The Rex Organization revived the tradition in 2003, and this marks the 14th year the bulletins have appeared in Gambit. For 2017, the theme of the Rex parade is “Carnival Fetes and Feasts.” Text exploring the float titles and numerous links are posted on the Rex Organization’s website (www.rexorganization.com). Prints of the 2017 bulletin may be purchased there.

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Bowl game POKE, THE HAWAIIAN RAW FISH SALAD, has a home in New Orleans

with the opening of Poke Loa (3341 Magazine St., 504-309-9993; www.eatpokeloa.com). The restaurant has a Chipotleesque build-your-own bowl setup. Diners choose a base of white or brown rice or mixed greens and choose two ($11.50) or three ($13.50) scoops of protein such as salmon, yellowtail, tuna, octopus, spicy tuna or tofu. Then they add sauces and toppings, including crabmeat, cucumbers, tamari, lemon-miso mayonnaise, chili paste, cilantro, sesame seeds, jalapeno or pickled ginger.

A casual Bywater cafe keeps it simple and fresh BY H E L E N F R E U N D @helenfreund THE CREPE PLACE IS LESS A FRENCH RESTAURANT than a cafe that pays

homage to the country’s best-known portable snack. Anchoring the airy space on Poland Avenue is the spot’s raison d’etre, a custom-built wooden crepe cart. The quaint contraption has a sunshine-yellow awning, under which cooks pour batter over griddles before folding the thin pancakes into tiny paper cones and serving them. The new cafe from the team behind the French Market’s Crepe Cart also is a quintessential Bywater haunt, and the neighborhood’s crunchy aesthetic is mirrored in the spot’s laissez faire vibe. Walls are decorated with colorful art; there is mismatched furniture and well-worn rugs. A kid’s corner gives the space a homey feel. On one visit, a gray kitten sat next to me, and his glances at the bacon on my plate reinforced the feeling that I was eating lunch in somebody’s living room. A tattooed man juggling bowling pins outside on the street was a subtle reminder of where I actually was. The kitchen takes a humble approach, highlighting a small cast of fresh ingredients, and it doesn’t attempt anything highbrow. It is successful overall, but the savory side of the menu needs more options. The Crepe Place’s batter produces an egg-heavy and slightly sweet crepe thick enough to hold the fillings generously tucked inside. A vegetable crepe was akin to a salad

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941 Poland Ave., (504) 518-6875; www.facebook.com/ thecrepeplacenola

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breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily

stuffed in a cone, bursting with fresh spinach, tomatoes, nutty pecan pesto, melted mozzarella cheese and a pungent and creamy dill and chive sauce. Order “The Works” and every savory ingredient in the house gets folded into one crepe, but it’s not as much of a gut-buster as one might think. The crepe includes crunchy broccoli florets, spinach, thin-sliced ham, crumbled bacon, tomatoes, cheddar, mozzarella, a fried egg, pecan pesto and dill and chive sauce. The decadent medley is a surprisingly successful combination of flavors and textures. There’s an entire selection dedicated to vegan and gluten-free crepes, which are made from a mix of rice and coconut flours and produce a thinner, darker pancake. A garlicky hummus version was layered with Roma tomatoes, heaps of fresh spinach and basil. Some of the sweeter options also have a healthy vibe. The Banana Boat was sweet but not cloyingly

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so, featuring banana slices, peanut butter, cinnamon, pecans, shredded coconut and light coconut cream. At the other end of the spectrum, the Elvis throws caution to the wind. Packed with peanut butter, bananas, Nutella and knobs of bacon, it’s exactly what you’d expect of the King’s namesake: a heart-stopping, over-the-top indulgence. In coming weeks, the owners plan to add vegan shakes and smoothies and occasional dinner service from rotating pop-ups. In the meantime, The Crepe Place is a charming spot to linger over a crepe and a cup of coffee in the company of a book, a friend and perhaps a kitten. Email Helen Freund at helensfreund@gmail.com

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WHAT WORKS

The Works, Elvis, Banana Boat

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needs more savory items

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casual Bywater cafe features fresh ingredients in sweet and savory crepes

A menu of designed bowls includes a vegetable bowl featuring tofu, mixed greens, avocado, seaweed salad and tamari. A salmon bowl is topped with crabmeat, green onions, sesame seeds, cucumbers and ponzu. The deluxe King Loa Bowl ($15) has salmon, tuna, crabmeat, avocado, edamame, seaweed salad, cilantro, sesame seeds, lemon miso aioli and red, orange and wasabi tobiko. Poke Loa is run by a group of partners including brother-and-sister team Joe Reiss and Cecile Hardy Tanguis. Reiss spent several years working in Southern California, where he discovered poke. He brought his sister to the West Coast and introduced her to several restaurants that served poke, and she was taken by the fast-casual concept. “The food was so good and so fresh, and healthy too,” Tanguis says. “I could instantly see why

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everyone in Southern California wanted to eat that.” The group consulted with James Beard award-winning Hawaiian chef Sam Choy, who was a good friend of the late Paul Prudhomme. That connection appealed to New Orleans natives Tanguis and Reiss. After scouting more than 15 poke spots in Los Angeles, the group flew to Seattle where they dined at Choy’s poke-themed restaurant and started planning their own menu. Tanguis says the restaurant will add acai smoothie bowls topped with fruit. The team took over the spot formerly occupied by Jamba Juice and have renovated it to include bar seating. There is table seating inside and on the patio. Poke Loa is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. — HELEN FREUND

Spirited dinning LULA RESTAURANT DISTILLERY

(1532 St. Charles Ave., 504-2677624; www.lulanola.com) opened Feb. 13. Co-owners Jess Bourgeois and Bear Caffery hatched the idea for

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the restaurant and distillery several years ago when the duo met while traveling in New Zealand. That led to a weeklong distilling course at Dry Fly Distilling in Spokane, Washington, followed by more research before the team started to plan its own operation. Lula Restaurant-Distillery is the first business of its kind in Louisiana and the Southeast. The business is named for the Lula Sugar Factory in Belle Rose, Louisiana. Bourgeois and Caffery use Louisiana sugar and molasses to distill vodka, rum and gin, and

the bottles fill the pale olive-colored shelves that line the restaurant’s sprawling bar space. Distilling the spirits takes about a week, and the duo also will age spirits in whiskey barrels. The 10,000-square-foot space held a furniture showroom for many years, and the owners have retained much of the building’s original infrastructure, including exposed wooden rafters that give the space a rustic feel. The restaurant is anchored by a distilling room, partitioned but still visible to guests through a glass wall. There are 3,000-gallon copper and stainless steel stills. Chef Bourgeois’ menu of upscale-casual Southern-inspired fare is designed to complement the selection of spirits and draught cocktails. Smoked pompano tops creamy avocado dip served with toast points. Boudin-filled egg rolls are served with sweet molasses and fig sauce, and pork sausages are served on sugarcane stalks. Broiled escargot bathe in dark, buttery sauce thick with garlicky oyster mushrooms and are served with thick bread. Entrees include a pork tenderloin sandwich with pears, Havarti cheese, arugula and garlic aioli on a brioche bun. Grilled skirt steak is served with fries and salad, and braised rabbit is served with white beans, pickled pork and breadcrumbs. Grilled Gulf fish comes with green onion popcorn rice, grilled vegetables and green salsa. Lula can make up to 5,000 cases of liquor a year and will sell bottles at a separate retail operation attached to the store, starting in a few weeks. Lula Restaurant-Distillery is open 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Tuesday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday. — HELEN FREUND

Chili gras COURTYARD BREWERY (1020 Erato St.; www.courtyardbrewing.com) holds a chili cook-off starting 1 p.m. Monday, Feb. 27. The contest is for amateur cooks, and costs $25 to enter. Proceeds go to Ozanam Inn, which provides shelter and assistance to people experiencing homelessness. Judging starts at 3 p.m., and there are awards for best chili, most creative chili and “Worst Ever.” — NORA McGUNNIGLE

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Amy Chan PYTHIAN MARKET MANAGER AMY CHAN GREW UP IN RESTAURANTS. Her par-

ents founded the first Chinese restaurant on the West Bank in the 1970s. She was the regional manager for Sucre and later the director of operations for Dinner Lab. In her new position as the manager at the Pythian Market (234 Loyola Ave.; www.thepythian-nola.com), Chan will help pick vendors and oversee operations at the food court in the renovated historic Pythian Building. Chan spoke to Gambit about the project.

: How are you picking vendors for the market? CHAN: Lisa Brefere at GigaChef (www.gigachef.com) was hired as a culinary consultant early in the game, and they are actually partners in the Pythian Market now. Lisa set out to try every restaurant in New Orleans with a rating system. It’s interesting to marry that with what I did at Dinner Lab, because we did somewhat the same thing. It was a big part of our concept: You’d have your comment cards, and we would have a techie assign an algorithm to every word so we would know how popular, say, octopus was as opposed to chicken. [GigaChef] did a similar thing where they had people taste test a lot of restaurants and then come back with that (data). We’re filtering incoming inquiries from people that are interested and also targeting concepts that we believe work in the city.

: What food halls and markets did you draw inspiration from? C: There’s a great market in Napa (California) called Oxbow (Public Market) and I love the Ferry Building (Marketplace) in San Francisco. That’s a great example of marrying local culture while also appealing to tourists. They have great anchor spots, like The Slanted Table. I love Chelsea Market in New York. One of my favorite dining experiences was sitting in its seafood market picking at oysters from around the country. Things like this don’t come along a lot in New Orleans. It’s such a unique project and a great project to build from the ground up. I like to build and create, and I felt that my background and expertise could lend to all of the things that are involved in us getting started. Right now my focus is leasing the market and finding

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perfectly curated tenants that will make this space beautiful. Green Coast Enterprises is developing the whole building, which has a lot of great history. It was owned by (Samuel L. Green) the wealthiest African-American gentleman at the time in New Orleans. It was a hub for jazz, and a lot of great jazz musicians came out of there.

: What can visitors expect when the market opens this summer? C: I’m building a market that I would want to go to. I see myself as somebody who is pretty wellversed in what is going on in New Orleans. I think there are voids that we can fill. Like Indian food. I would love to see some good Indian (food vendors). I would love to see things we don’t have as much of and then see them done very well. For example, I’m half Chinese and I’m always in search of the perfect Chinese restaurant, and unfortunately, New Orleans doesn’t have one. (The Pythian Market) is going to be different from St. Roch (Market) because I think each of our vendors is going to have a little bit more autonomy. The look of St. Roch is St. Roch — it’s just gorgeous. If I was them, I would have done exactly what they did. Every booth is marbled, the stalls all look the same and so you’re really playing to the building. (The Pythian Market) will allow each of our vendors to build out their booth to the extent they want. So each stall will be branded according to how they want the aesthetic to look. Most of our vendors will be allowed to do their own cocktails — we’re working on getting liquor licensing for each one. So far we have La Cocinita, Frencheeze — who is doing a separate juice concept — and Laurel Street Bakery. — HELEN FREUND

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ALEX PEYROUX AND JANICE MONTOYA ANNOUNCED PLANS TO OPEN MIEL BREWERY (www.mielbrewery.

com) near the intersection of Tchoupitoulas and Sixth streets in the Irish Channel by the end of 2017. Peyroux’s ancestors came to New Orleans from France in 1740. Montoya’s family came to New Orleans from Spain. “Miel” means honey in French and Spanish. Peyroux’s family lives on the Northshore and includes beekeepers. Miel will use honey as a brewing ingredient at the microbrewery. Although honey will be used in fermentation, Miel won’t make mead, which is classified as wine. Peyroux says he will explore the honey-focused “braggot” style of beer and will make a wide and changing variety of small-batch beers to serve in the taproom. Both Peyroux and Montoya hail from the Northshore. Peyroux studied brewing at the Siebel Institute of Technology and has worked in Alaska and Boston, as well as Abita Springs. The couple recently returned from Boston, where Peyroux worked in the barrel-aging cellar and the quality control lab at Harpoon Brewery

and Beer Hall. At Miel, Peyroux will focus on small-batch, experimental beers. The beer will be available only at the brewery, and Peyroux says customers won’t see the same beer twice. He says he’ll brew everything from hazy IPAs and barrel-aged sour beers to light, easy-drinking cream ales. Miel will host food trucks and will serve nitro coffee. Beer will be available to go in 64-ounce growler jugs, 32-ounce crowler cans and six packs.

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2014 Librandi Ciro Rosso Classico Calabria, Italy Retail $11-$14

BIG, BOLD BAROLOS AND BARBARESCOS from the north and super Tuscans from Tuscany may be the best known Italian red wines, but there also are lighter styles, like this wine from Calabria. Wine has been cultivated in Italy’s southern tip for thousands of years, and Calabria has 12 Denominazione di Origine Controllata (DOC) regions, with the Ciro DOC producing its flagship wine. Ciro vineyards’ proximity to the Mediterranean Sea helps the vines cope with the region’s summer heat. The term “classico” on the label indicates superior grapes were used. This bottling uses all gaglioppo grapes, which are likely descendants of the sangiovese grape. Hand-harvested grapes were fermented in stainless steel tanks for 10 days, underwent five days of maceration and matured before bottling. In the glass, the wine offers aromas of red berries and baking spice. On the palate, taste cherry, raspberry, a touch of minerality and well-balanced acidity. Drink it with roast pork, venison, sausages, spaghetti bordelaise and grits and grillades. Buy it at: Swirl Wine Bar & Market, Acquistapace’s. Drink it at: Herbsaint, Sac-A-Lait, Ristorante del Porto and Marcello’s in New Orleans and Metairie.

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Pay What You Can Day 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Tuesday 1631 Cafe Reconcile, Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 568-1157 www.cafereconcile.com The cafe, which provides restaurant training to at-risk youth, holds a “Pay What You Can Day” in which guests pay whatever they wish for their lunch. Additional meals can be purchased for a minimum of $5. The day’s menu includes fried catfish with baked macaroni and cheese and peas, smothered chicken with rice and collard greens, fried oyster salad with blue cheese and king cake bread pudding. Visitors can meet student staff.

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Kirk and Sweeney rum tasting 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday Palace Cafe, 605 Canal St., (504) 523-1661 www.palacecafe.com The restaurant hosts a tasting of Kirk and Sweeney rums in its rum-focused Black Duck Bar. Kirk and Sweeney is based in the Dominican Republic and makes rum from sugar cane. The tasting features rums aged 12, 18 and 23 years. Free admission.

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El Paso anniversary party Noon-10 p.m. Wednesday El Paso Mexican Grill, 601 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 218-4590 www.elpasomex.com The Tex-Mex restaurant’s Metairie location celebrates its first anniversary. Mariachi Jalisco performs from noon to 3 p.m. and The Quarter Notes perform from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. There are wine and Patron tequila tastings from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., Jose Cuervo tastings at 6 p.m., and Modelo beer samples from 8 p.m. to 9 p.m. Guests will receive a complimentary house margarita with the purchase of an entree.

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Liberty Cheesesteaks 5031 Freret St., (504) 875-4447 www.libertycheesesteaks.com The steak hoagie includes American or provolone cheese, lettuce, tomato and olive oil on an Italian hoagie roll.

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7329 Cohn St., (504) 866-1166 www.lucaeats.com Thin-sliced grilled sirloin is topped with caramelized onions, white cheddar and horseradish sauce on ciabatta. 3122 Magazine St., (504) 934-3333 www.reddogdiner.com Roasted sirloin is served with Maytag blue cheese spread, arugula, tomatoes and caper relish on herbed focaccia.

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Turkey and the Wolf

7217 Perrier St., (504) 866-4860 www.tartineneworleans.com The grilled steak sandwich is topped with pistou, spicy aioli, pickled carrots and shallots. 739 Jackson Ave., (504) 218-7428 www.turkeyandthewolf.com The chicken-fried New York strip sandwich is dressed with pepper jelly, coleslaw, dill pickles and “bird” sauce on white bread.

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C O M P L E T E L I S T I N G S AT W W W. B E S T O F N E WO R L E A N S .C O M Out 2 Eat is an index of Gambit contract advertisers. Unless noted, addresses are for New Orleans. Dollar signs represent the average cost of a dinner entree: $ — under $10; $$ — $11 to $20; $$$ — $21 or more. To update information in the Out 2 Eat listings, email willc@gambitweekly.com, fax 483-3116 or call Will Coviello at 483-3106. Deadline is 10 a.m. Monday.

AMERICAN Treasure Island Buffet — 5050 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 443-8000; www. treasurechestcasino.com — No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

BAR & GRILL

Chartres House — 601 Chartres St., (504) 586-8393; www.chartreshouse.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ The Delachaise — 3442 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-0858; www.thedelachaise.com — No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

The Rivershack Tavern — 3449 River Road, (504) 834-4938; www.therivershacktavern.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Lakeview Brew Coffee Cafe — 5606 Canal Blvd., (504) 483-7001 — No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

BURGERS

NOLA Beans — 762 Harrison Ave., (504) 267-0783; www.nolabeans.com — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Bayou Burger & Sports Company — 503 Bourbon St., (504) 529-4256; www.bayouburger.com — No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

CAFE Antoine’s Annex — 513 Royal St., (504) 525-8045; www.antoines.com — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Cafe Aquarius — 2101 Paris Road, Chalmette, (504) 510-3080 — No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Cafe Maspero — 601 Decatur St., (504) 523-6520; www.cafemaspero. com — Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Cafe NOMA — New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, (504) 482-1264; www.cafenoma. com — Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Fri. Credit cards. $

Pearl Wine Co. — 3700 Orleans Ave., (504) 483-6314; www.pearlwineco.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Pierre Maspero’s — 440 Chartres St., (504) 524-8990; www.originalpierremasperos.com — No reservations. Breakfast Fri.-Mon., lunch and dinner daily, latenight Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

CAJUN Daisy Dukes — 121 Chartres St., (504) 5615171; 123 Carondelet St., (504) 522-2233; 5209 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 883-5513; www.daisydukesrestaurant.com — No reservations. New Orleans locations are open 24 hours. West Napoleon Avenue: Breakfast and lunch Wed.-Sun., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Tres Bon Cajun Meats — 10316 Jefferson Highway, River Ridge, (504) 405-5355; www.tresbonmeats.com — No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

August Moon — 3635 Prytania St., (504) 899-5129; www.moonnola.com — Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Five Happiness — 3511 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 482-3935; www.fivehappiness. com — Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

COFFEE/DESSERT Angelo Brocato’s — 214 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1465; www.angelobrocatoicecream.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Chez Pierre French Bakery & Cafe — 3208 Clearview Parkway, Metairie, (504) 467-3176; www.chezpierreneworleans.com — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

CONTEMPORARY Bayona — 430 Dauphine St., (504) 5254455; www.bayona.com — Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Boulevard American Bistro — 4241 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 889-2301; www.boulevardbistro.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

NOLA Restaurant — 534 St. Louis St., (504) 522-6652; www.emerilsrestaurants. com/nola-restaurant — Reservations recommended. Lunch Thu.-Mon., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Suis Generis — 3219 Burgundy St., (504) 309-7850; www.suisgeneris. com — Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Wed.-Sun., late-night Thu.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards accepted. $$

CREOLE Antoine’s Restaurant — 713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines. com — Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Brennan’s New Orleans — 417 Royal St., (504) 525-9711; www.brennansneworleans.com — Reservations recommended. Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ The Landing Restaurant — Crowne Plaza, 2829 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 467-5611; www.neworleansairporthotel. com — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Palace Cafe — 605 Canal St., (504) 523-1661; www.palacecafe.com — Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Roux on Orleans — Bourbon Orleans, 717 Orleans Ave., (504) 571-4604; www. bourbonorleans.com — Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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

Tableau — 616 St. Peter St., (504) 9343463; www.tableaufrenchquarter. com — Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. $$$

Chais Delachaise — 7708 Maple St., (504) 510-4509; www.chaisdelachaise. com — Reservations accepted. Lunch Sat.-Sun., early dinner Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Willie Mae’s Grocery & Deli — 7457 St. Charles Ave., (504) 417-5424; www. williemaesnola.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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

Willie Mae’s Scotch House — 2401 St. Ann St., (504) 822-9503; www.williemaesnola.com — No reservations. Lunch Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Emeril’s Restaurant — 800 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 528-9393; www. emerilsrestaurants.com/emerils-new-orleans — Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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Meril — 424 Girod St., (504) 526-3745; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/meril — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Bagels & Bytes — 1001 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 831-7968; www.bagelsandbytes.com — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $ Kosher Cajun New York Deli & Grocery — 3519 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-2010; www.koshercajun.com — No PAGE 53

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Martin Wine Cellar — 714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie, (504) 896-7350; 2895 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 951-8081; 3827 Baronne St., (504) 899-7411; www.martinwine.com — No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Welty’s Deli — 336 Camp St., (504) 592-0223; www.weltysdeli.com — No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.Fri. Credit cards. $

GOURMET TO GO Breaux Mart — Citywide; www. breauxmart.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

INDIAN Nirvana Indian Cuisine — 4308 Magazine St., (504) 894-9797 — Reservations accepted for five or more. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine — 923C Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 8366859 — Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Tandoori Chicken — 2916 Cleary Ave., Metairie, (504) 889-7880 — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

ITALIAN Andrea’s Restaurant — 3100 N. 19th St., Metairie, (504) 8348583; www.andreasrestaurant. com — Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Mosca’s — 4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, (504) 436-8950; www.moscasrestaurant. com — Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$$ Specialty Italian Bistro — 2330 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, (504) 391-1090; www.specialtyitalianbistro.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Vincent’s Italian Cuisine — 4411 Chastant St., Metairie, (504) 885-2984; 7839 St. Charles Ave., (504) 866-9313; www.vincentsitaliancuisine.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Mikimoto — 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 488-1881; www.mikimotosushi. com — Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Delivery available. Credit cards. $$ Miyako Japanese Seafood & Steakhouse — 1403 St. Charles Ave., (504) 410-9997; www.japanesebistro.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

KOREAN Little Korea BBQ — 2240 Magazine St., (504) 821-5006 — No reservations. Lunch Mon. & Wed.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

LOUISIANA CONTEMPORARY Audubon Clubhouse Cafe — 6500 Magazine St., (504) 212-5282; www.auduboninstitute.org/visit/golf-cafe — Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.Fri., dinner Sun.-Fri., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Bombay Club — Prince Conti Hotel, 830 Conti St., (504) 577-2237; www.bombayclubneworleans.com — Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Kingfish — 337 Chartres St., (504) 598-5005; www.kingfishneworleans. com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Le Bayou Restaurant — 208 Bourbon St., (504) 525-4755; www.lebayourestaurant com — No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night Mon.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Ralph’s On The Park — 900 City Park Ave., (504) 488-1000; www.ralphsonthepark.com — Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ The Red Maple — 1036 Lafayette St., Gretna, (504) 367-0935; www.theredmaple.com — Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Restaurant R’evolution — 777 Bienville St., (504) 553-2277; www. revolutionnola.com — Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Tomas Bistro — 755 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 527-0942 — No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Tommy’s Wine Bar — 752 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 525-4790 — No reservations. Lite dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MEDITERRANEAN/ MIDDLE EASTERN

OUT TO EAT No reservations. Lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ House of Blues — 225 Decatur St., 310-4999; www.hob.com/neworleans — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ The Market Cafe — 1000 Decatur St., (504) 527-5000; www.marketcafenola. com — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

NEIGHBORHOOD biscuits & buns on banks — 4337 Banks St., (504) 273-4600; www. biscuitsandbunsonbanks.com — Delivery available Tuesday to Friday. No reservations. Brunch and lunch daily. Credit cards. $$ Cafe B — 2700 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 934-4700; www.cafeb.com — Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop — 2309 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 8352022; www.gumbostop.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Joey K’s — 3001 Magazine St., (504) 8910997; www.joeyksrestaurant.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Broussard’s — 819 Conti St., (504) 5813866; www.broussards.com — Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Pyramids Cafe — 3151 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602 — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Capdeville — 520 Capdeville St., (504) 371-5161; www.capdevillenola.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

MEXICAN & SOUTHWESTERN

Katie’s Restaurant — 3701 Iberville St., (504) 488-6582; www.katiesinmidcity.com — No reservations. Lunch daily, Dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Juan’s Flying Burrito — 515 Baronne St., (504) 529-5825; 2018 Magazine St., (504) 486-9950; 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 569-0000; www.juansflyingburrito.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Koz’s — 515 Harrison Ave., (504) 4840841; 4445 W. Metairie Ave., Metairie, (504) 887-2010; 6215 Wilson St., Harahan, (504) 737-3933; www.kozcooks.com — No reservations. Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $

Creole House Restaurant & Oyster Bar — 509 Canal St., (504) 323-2109; www. creolehouserestaurant.com — Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Criollo — Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 681-4444; www.criollonola. com — Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Dick & Jenny’s — 4501 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 894-9880; www.dickandjennys com — Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$$ Heritage Grill — 111 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 150, Metairie, (504) 9344900; www.heritagegrillmetairie.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

La Casita — 634 Julia St., (504) 218-8043; 8400 Oak St., (504) 8269913; www.eatlacasita.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

MUSIC AND FOOD The Columns — 3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-9308; www.thecolumns.com — Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, lunch Fri.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Thu., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Gazebo Cafe — 1018 Decatur St., (504) 525-8899; www.gazebocafenola.com —

PIZZA G’s Pizza — 4840 Bienville St., (504) 4836464; www.gspizzas.com — No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $ Louisiana Pizza Kitchen — 95 French Market Place, (504) 522-9500; www.lpkfrenchquarter.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Marks Twain’s Pizza Landing — 2035 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-8032; www.marktwainpizza.com — No reservaPAGE 55

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Mid City Pizza — 4400 Banks St., (504) 483-8609; www.midcitypizza.com — Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Slice Pizzeria — 1513 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-7437; 5538 Magazine St., (504) 897-4800; www.slicepizzeria.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 4218 Magazine St., (504) 8948554; 4024 Canal St., (504) 3021133; www.theospizza.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

SANDWICHES & PO-BOYS 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. $ Magazine Po-boy Shop — 2368 Magazine St., (504) 522-3107 — No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Short Stop Po-Boys — 119 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-4572; www.shortstoppoboysno.com — No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., early dinner Mon.-Thu., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

SEAFOOD Basin Seafood & Spirits — 3222 Magazine St., (504) 302-7391; www.basinseafoodnola.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Bourbon House — 144 Bourbon St., (504) 522-0111; www.bourbonhouse. com — Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Fish House — 301 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 872-9975; 512

Mr. Ed’s Seafood & Italian Restaurant — 910 West Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 463-3030; 1001 Live Oak St., Metairie, (504) 838-0022; www.mredsno. com — Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Pier 424 Seafood Market — 424 Bourbon St., (504) 309-1574; www.pier424seafoodmarket.com — No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$$ Red Fish Grill — 115 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1200; www.redfishgrill.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Royal House Oyster Bar — 441 Royal St., (504) 528-2601; www.royalhouserestaurant.com — No reservations. Breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

STEAKHOUSE Austin’s Seafood and Steakhouse — 5101 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-5533; www.austinsno.com — Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse — 716 Iberville St., (504) 522-2467; www. dickiebrennansrestaurant.com — Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ The Steak Knife Restaurant & Bar — 888 Harrison Ave., (504) 488-8981; www.steakkniferestaurant.com — Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

TAPAS/SPANISH Vega Tapas Cafe — 2051 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-2007; www.vegatapascafe.com — Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

VIETNAMESE Rolls N Bowls — 605 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 309-0519; www.rollsnbowlsnola.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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TUESDAY 21 Bamboula’s — Chip & Friend, noon; Joe Goldberg Jazz Trio, 2; Dana & the Boneshakers, 6:30; Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers, 10 Banks Street Bar — Darci Carlson, Simple Sound Retreat, Doc Otis, 7 Blue Nile — Water Seed, 9 BMC — Live Oak, 5; Heidijo, 8; The Budz, 11 Cafe Negril — 4 Sidemen of the Apocalypse, 6; John Lisi & Delta Funk, 9:30 Check Point Charlie — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 7; Important Gravy, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Albanie Falletta, 6; Jon Cleary, 8 d.b.a. — DinosAurchestra, 7; Treme Brass Band, 10 DMac’s Bar & Grill — One Tailed Three, 8 Eiffel Society — Alfred Banks, AF THE NAYSAYER, Dylan Seals, Austin Rapbaum, E.T., Mike Hazel, 8 Gasa Gasa — Groove Orient, Loose Willis, Elysian Feel, 9 Hi-Ho Lounge — Ted Hefko, 6:30; Darci Carlson, 8; Lady Moon & the Eclipse, Melanie Charles, Dick Deluxe, Ron Hotstream, Rod Hodges, 9 House of Blues (The Parish) — Isaiah Rashad, Lance Skiiiwalker, Jay IDK, 8 Kerry Irish Pub — Jason Bishop, 8:30 Little Gem Saloon — Charlie Miller, 7 The Maison — New Orleans Swinging Gypsies, 4; Gregory Agid Quartet, 6:30 Maple Leaf Bar — Rebirth Brass Band, 10:30 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Claude Hitt, Ferdinand, Dorian Greys, 8 Old U.S. Mint — The Down on Their Luck Orchestra, 2; Bo Dollis Jr. & the Wild Magnolias, 7 Prime Example Jazz Club — Sidemen+1, 8 & 10 Siberia — Panorama Brass Band, Di Ketselkh, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Stanton Moore Trio, 8 & 10 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Andy Forest, 2; Meschiya Lake & the Little Big Horns, 6; Smoking Time Jazz Club, 10

WEDNESDAY 22 21st Amendment — Royal Street Windin’ Boys feat. Jenavieve Cook, 8 Bamboula’s — Bamboula’s Hot Trio feat. Giselle Anguizola, 2; Messy Cookers, 6:30; Mem Shannon, 10 Banks Street Bar — Big Easy Playboys, 7; Major Bacon, 10 Bar Redux — DJ Yogoman, 9 Blue Nile — New Orleans Rhythm Devils, 8; New Breed Brass Band, 10 BMC — Louise Cappi, 5; John Lisi & Delta Funk, 8; Lenny Green & House of Kings, 11

Cafe Negril — WilFunk, 6; Another Day in Paradise, 9:30 Check Point Charlie — T-Bone Stone & the Happy Monsters, 7; Vintage Pistol, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Rubin/Wilson FolkBlues Explosion, 6; Tom McDermott & Aurora Nealand, 8 d.b.a. — Tin Men, 7; Walter “Wolfman” Washington & the Roadmasters, 10 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Andy Ambrose & Company, 8 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Reggae Night with DJ T-Roy, Bayou International Sound, 10 Gasa Gasa — Sexx, The Burps, Lacquer, Love Hog, 9 Hi-Ho Lounge — MainLine, 10 House of Blues (The Parish) — Jet Lounge, 11 Howlin’ Wolf — Brass Lightning (EP release), 9 Kerry Irish Pub — Paintbox feat. Dave James & Tim Robertson, 8:30 Little Gem Saloon — Zakk Garner, 7 The Maison — New Orleans Jazz Vipers, 6:30 Maple Leaf Bar — Yakamein feat. Terrence “Groove Guardian” Houston, June Yamagishi, Keiko Komaki, Jerry “JBlakk” Henderson, 10 Old U.S. Mint — Kalindah Laveaux, 2 One Eyed Jacks — Jonathan Richman, 8 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Lars Edegran & Topsy Chapman, Palm Court Jazz Band, 8 Preservation Hall — The Preservation Hall All-Stars feat. Charlie Gabriel, 8, 9 & 10 Prime Example Jazz Club — Jesse McBride & the Next Generation, 8 & 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Jerry Embree, 8 Siberia — Michael James & His Lonesome, Max Bien, Dana Sipos, Ben Herman, Billy Cook, 9 UNO Lakefront Arena — Sting, 8

THURSDAY 23 21st Amendment — G & the Swinging Three, 5:30 Bamboula’s — Chip & Friend, noon; Kala Bazaar Swing Society, 2; Royal Street Windin’ Boys feat. Jenavieve Cook, 6:30; Dick Deluxe, 10 Bar Mon Cher — Bats in the Belfry with DJs Mange and Sea Wolff, 9 Bar Redux — Ma & God, Mallory Feuer, Emily Einhorn, 8 Blue Nile — Micah McKee & Little Maker, 7 Blue Nile Balcony Room — Bayou International Reggae Night feat. Higher Heights and DJ T-Roy, 11 BMC — Samantha Pearl, 5; Claude Bryant & the All-Stars, 11 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Gumbo Cabaret, 5; Tom McDermott & Aurora Nealand, 8

FRIDAY 24 21st Amendment — Shake It Break It Band, 2:30; Antoine Diel & the Misfit Power, 9:30 Babylon — 8 Unholy Nights Fest feat. Scarecrow Sonic Boombox, Merkablah, StereoEater, Black Kreole, 9 Bamboula’s — Co & Co Traveling Show, 11 a.m.; Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers, 1; Smoky Greenwell, 5:30; Caesar Brothers, 10 Bar Mon Cher — Barbarella Blue, 9:30 Bar Redux — Anglo A Go-Go British Dance Party with DJ Sexx Ed, 10 The Bayou Bar — Philip Melancon, 8 Blue Nile — Big Sam’s Funky Nation, 11 Blue Nile Balcony Room — Mike Dillon Band, 10 BMC — Terra Terra, 3; Dapper Dandies, 5; Hyperphlyy, 8; Musical Expressions, 11; Sounds of Soul, 1 a.m. PAGE 58

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57 Bullet’s Sports Bar — Kermit Ruffins, 6 Cafe Negril — Revival, 6 Check Point Charlie — Mark Wayne Band, 7; The Jerk Officers, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Jim Mathus’ Overstuffed Po-Boys feat. members of Squirrel Nut Zippers, 9 Circle Bar — Nymphs with DJs Kerem, Kathi and Otto, 11 The Civic Theatre — Better Than Ezra, John “Papa” Gros Band, Paris Avenue, 9:30 d.b.a. — Drums & Tuba, One Man Machine, 11 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Geovane Santos, 6; New Legacy, 9 Dragon’s Den (upstairs) — Dick Joskey Robot DJ, Tony Skratchere, Merle Swaggard, 9 Gasa Gasa — Dirty Bourbon River Show, The Underhill Family Orchestra, 10:30 Hi-Ho Lounge — Xandra Wong, 7; THE GRID feat. Cole Williams, Noruz, Organized Crime, 9 House of Blues — The Cadillac Three, Ray Wylie Hubbard, 8 House of Blues (The Parish) — Dan Andriano & Matt Pryor, 8:30 Mag’s 940 — Mama K & the Shades, The Crooked Vines, 11 The Maison — The Good For Nothin’ Band, 4; Dysfunktional Bone, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — The Trio feat. Johnny Vidacovich, 11 Old Point Bar — Hallelujah Hat Rack, 9 One Eyed Jacks — Fast Times ’80s and ’90s Night, 10 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Tim Laughlin & Crescent City Joymakers, 8 Pour House Saloon — Dave Ferrato, 8:30 Preservation Hall — The Preservation Hall Legacy Band feat. Gregg Stafford, 6; The Preservation Hall All-Stars feat. Louis Ford, 8, 9 & 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Geno Delafose, 8:30 Siberia — Mike Dillon Band, Trapper Keeper, The Context Killer, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Jimmy Robinson, 8 & 10 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Monty Banks, 2; Sarah McCoy, 4; Miss Sophie Lee, 6; Jumbo Shrimp, 10 Vaughan’s Lounge — DJ Black Pearl, 9; Corey Henry & the Treme Funktet, 10

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Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Jerry Jumonville, 5; Jimbo Walsh & Associates, 8; Dapper Dandies, 11 Bullet’s Sports Bar — The Pinettes Brass Band, 6 Cafe Negril — Jamey St. Pierre, 4; Dana Abbott Band, 6:30; Higher Heights, 10 Check Point Charlie — Domenic, 4; Kenny Claiborne, 7; Alabama Slim, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Michael Pearce, 6; The Gumbolians feat. Cyril Neville, Johnny Sansone, John Fohl, Big Chief Juan Pardo, 10 Circle Bar — Alligator Chomp Chomp with DJs Pasta, Matty and Mitch, 11 d.b.a. — Tuba Skinny, 6; Cha Wa feat. Colin Lake, 10; Rancho de la Lunatics feat. Dave Catching, 3 a.m. Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Sunpie & the Louisiana Sunspots, 10 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Loose Marbles, 7; The Tipping Point with DJ RQ Away, 10 Dragon’s Den (upstairs) — Buena Vista Social Latin Dance Party, 10 Gasa Gasa — Antoine Diel, John Paul Carmody, Georgi Petrov, David Heart, Tom Witek, Jermal Watson (Queen and David Bowie tribute), 10 Hi-Ho Lounge — Relapse: ’80s and ’90s Muppet Gras with DJ Matt Scott, 10 House of Blues — Nirvanna (Nirvana tribute), The Kurt Loders, 9 Howlin’ Wolf — Rebirth Brass Band, 10 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Space & Harmony, 10 Kerry Irish Pub — Patrick Cooper, 5; Van Hudson & Friends, 9 Le Bon Temps Roule — Joe Krown, 7 The Maison — Shotgun Jazz Band, 7 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Daniel Black, Richard Bienvenu, JetBaby, Dreaming Dingo, 7 Old Arabi Bar — Maggie Belle Band, 9:30 Old Point Bar — Rick Trolsen, 5; Steve Mignano, 9:30 One Eyed Jacks — Morning 40 Federation, Lost Bayou Ramblers, Malevitus, 9 Preservation Hall — The Preservation Hall Legacy Band feat. Wendell Brunious, 6; The PresHall Brass feat. Daniel “Weenie” Farrow, 8, 9 & 10 Republic New Orleans — Fleur de Lit feat. NGHTMRE, Crwns, Sunsabetchez, Snak Pak, 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — The Topcats, 9:30 Siberia — Leyla McCalla, Same Doors Gospel Garage Band, The Iguanas, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Dr. Michael White & the Original Liberty Jazz Band, 8 & 10 Southport Hall — Hed PE, 6 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Andy Forest, 2; Cottonmouth Kings, 10 St. Roch Tavern — Valerie Sassyfras, 7 Tipitina’s — Foundation of Funk feat. Zigaboo Modaliste, George Porter Jr., Anders Osborne, Jon Cleary, 11

SATURDAY 25 21st Amendment — Big Joe Kennedy, 2:30; Juju Child, 6; The Ibervillianaires, 9:30 The AllWays Lounge & Theater — Panorama Brass Band, 10

Babylon — 8 Unholy Nights Fest feat. Smoke, Shadow Giant, Nun Remains, The Weakness, 9 Bamboula’s — Kala Bazaar Swing Society, 11 a.m.; G & the Swinging Three, 1; Johnny Mastro, 7 Banks Street Bar — Hazy Ray, 10 Bar Mon Cher — Barbarella Blue, 8:30 Bar Redux — Yogoman Trio, 7:30; ’80s Redux-Gras Dance Party with DJs Sea Wolff and Nothing, 10 The Bayou Bar — Philip Melancon, 8 Blue Nile — Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, 7; Brass-A-Holics, 11 Blue Nile Balcony Room — Street Legends Brass Band, 10 BMC — The Jazzmen, 3; Willie Lockett, 5; Diedra Ruff, 8; Slow Rollas Brass Band, 11; Iceman Special, 1 a.m. Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Red Hot Jazz Band, 11 a.m.; Joe Krown, 5; The Royal Rounders, 8; Carolyn Broussard, 11 Cafe Negril — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 4; Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers, 7 Carver Theater — Night Shift feat. LoMeyn, Iyaska, DeeDay, Crivory, DJADK, BesVibes, ANSWRS, 10 Check Point Charlie — Keith Stone, 4; Jeb Rualt Band, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Johnny J & the Hitmen, 2 Circle Bar — Mod Dance Party with DJ Matty, 11 d.b.a. — Slick Skillet Serenaders, 5; Bon Bon Vivant, 8; Little Freddie King, 11 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Set Up Kings, 9 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — The Joe Krown Trio, 10 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — John Roniger, 7 Gasa Gasa — George Geka’s Jam of Fools, 10:30 Green Zebra Bar — Uptown Getdown with Deft Funk DJs, 9 Hi-Ho Lounge — Hustle with DJ Soul Sister, 11 House of Blues — Sticky Fingers, Bootleg Rascal, 8 Howlin’ Wolf — Rebirth Brass Band, Sexual Thunder!, 10 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Lifted Deezie, J. Hurst & Kr3wcial, 10 Kerry Irish Pub — Roux the Day!, 5; Mark Hessler Band, 9 Little Gem Saloon — Reid Poole Trio, 7 Mag’s 940 — Sexy Dex & the Fresh, Christin Bradford, Noelle Tannen Band, 10 The Maison — Chance Bushman & the Ibervillianaires, 1; Smoking Time Jazz Club, 7 Maple Leaf Bar — The Quickening, 11 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Gigi, TJ Sutton, Angelic Soul, 7 Old Point Bar — 1 Percent Nation, 9:30 Old U.S. Mint — Joe Kennedy, 2 One Eyed Jacks — Big Freedia, Sweet Crude, 11 Rare Form — Will Dickerson Band, 1; Justin Donovan, 6; Steve Mignano, 10 Republic New Orleans — Fleur de Lit feat. Borgore, RedBarrington, LondonBridge, KTRL, 11 Rivershack Tavern — The Fabulous Von Zippers, 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — The Arrythmias, 9:30

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New Talent Tuesdays feat. AF THE NAYSAYER, Alfred Banks, Mike Hazel and others

EIFFEL SOCIETY, DESPITE ITS BEST EFFORTS, never will be an ideal venue for live music (i.e., the next octagonal, 6,000-square-foot glass-walled recording studio will be the first). But the Parisian recycling proj• Feb. 21 ect has more to offer than chal• 8 p.m. Tuesday lenging acoustics, all of which are interrelated: a towering lineage, • Eiffel Society an abundance of style, dramatic • 2040 St. Charles Ave. St. Charles Avenue real estate • (504) 525-2951 and creatively flexible curators. The 2017 series “New Talent • www.eiffelsociety.com Tuesdays” flexes every one of its steel muscles. A partnership with P H OTO BY C H A D W H I T E D “third coast” arts-and-music collective Portculture, the monthly series bulges with imagination. January fired off with a generous trio of musicians (Dylan Kidd, Friend Kerrek and Derek Taylor), and this “limited edition Mardi Gras” follow-up powder keg seems to know no limits: No less than a dozen performers and eight visual artists are billed, from all-caps Space Harrier AF THE NAYSAYER’s (pictured) sine-and-cosine tangents within the triangle of jazz, electronica and hip-hop to Alfred Banks’ eulogistic homilies and Mike Hazel’s moonlit, Rick-slick line readings (visit www.portculture.org for full lineup). Forgive the vitreous perimeter if it threatens to crack. Tickets $5. — NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS Siberia — Power Trip, Iron Reagan, Most Heinous, Fat Stupid Ugly People, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Herlin Riley Quartet, 8 & 10 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Panorama Jazz Band, 6 Suis Generis — DJ DMFX, 10:30 a.m. Tipitina’s — Galactic, 11 Worklight Pictures — Bubble Bath Bacchanalia feat. Claudio Toulouse, Reese’s Pieces, Noah Young Music, ML, Max Moran & Neospectric, THE GRID, Nesby Phips, 9

Blue Nile — Mykia Jovan, 7; Corey Henry’s Treme Funktet, 11 Blue Nile Balcony Room — Khris Royal & Sasha Masakowski, 10 BMC — The Mark Appleford Band, 3; Ruth Marie & Her Jazz Band, 7; Mignano, 10 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Some Like It Hot, 10:30 a.m.; Steve Pistorius, Orange Kellin, James Evans, Benny Amon, 7; Ben Fox Trio, 10 Bullet’s Sports Bar — VL & Just Eight Band, 6 Castillo Blanco — Severino, Trax Only, 9

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21st Amendment — Christopher Johnson Quartet, 8 Bamboula’s — Hausman & Friend, 11 a.m.; The Rogers, 1; Carl LeBlanc, 5:30; Ed Wills & Blues 4 Sale, 9 Banks Street Bar — Honey Tangerine, 10 Bar Mon Cher — Bedowin Buddah, 2:30; Fools Gold String Band, 6 Bar Redux — This Way to the Egress, Resonant Rogues, 8

Chickie Wah Wah — Greazy Alice, Belladonna, 8 Circle Bar — Duwayne Burnside, 11 d.b.a. — Palmetto Bug Stompers, 6; Funk & Chant feat. John “Papa” Gros & Big Chief Monk Boudreaux, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Michael Liuzza & Co., 9 PAGE 61

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MONDAY 27 21st Amendment — Kala Bazaar Swing Society, 6:30 Ace Hotel, 3 Keys — DJs Rusty Lazer and Nice Rack, 3 Bacchanal — Helen Gillet, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Ben Fox Trio, 2; NOLA Swingin’ Gypsies, 5:30; Sunshine Brass Band, 9 Banks Street Bar — Dignity Reve’s Piano Night, 7; Lilli Lewis, 9 Blue Nile — Jefferson Street Parade Band, 7; Brass-A-Holics, 10; Soul Rebels, 11; Gravity A, 3 a.m. Blue Nile Balcony Room — Strange Roux, 10; The Quickening, midnight BMC — Whiskey Hinkon Boys, noon; The Jazzmen, 3; Lil Red & Big Bad, 6; Hyperphlyy, 8; Keith Stone, 10; All 4 One Brass Band, 11; Soul Company, 1 a.m. Bombay Club — Josh Paxton, 8 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Arsene Delay, 5; Antoine Diel, 8; Keith Burnstein, 11 Cafe Istanbul — Lundi Gras Love IV feat. Blair Dottin-Haley, 8 Cafe Negril — Noggin, 6; In Business, 9:30 Carver Theater — Lundi Gras Blues Party, 8 Castillo Blanco — Kompression feat. Josh Wink, Alkeme, 9 Check Point Charlie — LA Hellbenders, 7; The Unnaturals, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Ed Volker’s Do-RadChoppers, 8

Circle Bar — Pine Hill Haints, Serious Sam Barrett, 11 Columns Hotel — David Doucet, 8 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 d.b.a. — Alexis & the Samurai, 7; Kirk Joseph’s Mardi Gras Babies Birthday Bash feat. Kirk Joseph, Papa Mali, Herlin Riley, Roger Lewis, Nick Daniels, Red Morgan, Kid Merv, June Yamagichi, 11 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Danny Alexander’s Blues Jam Session, 8 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — John Fohl, 9 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — New Orleans Jazz Manouche, 7 Gasa Gasa — Sexy Dex & the Fresh, 10 Hi-Ho Lounge — DJ Dizzi, 10 House of Blues (Restaurant & Bar) — Dan Lavoie, noon; Sean Riley, 6 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Sam Williams, See Bright Lights, Paris Avenue, 9 Irish House — Traditional Irish music session, 7 The Jazz Playhouse — Gerald French & the Original Tuxedo Band, 8 Kerry Irish Pub — Will Dickerson, 4:30; Roux the Day!, 9 Mag’s 940 — Tank & the Bangas, Tra$h Magnolia, 11 The Maison — Chicken & Waffles, 5; Aurora Nealand & the Royal Roses, 7 Maple Leaf Bar — Lundi Gras feat. New Orleans Suspects, 10; George Porter Jr. Trio, 10 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Genial Orleanians, 10 One Eyed Jacks — Quintron & Miss Pussycat, Katey Red, Es-Capism, Ian Svenonius, 9 Ooh Poo Pah Doo Bar — James Andrews & the Crescent City All-Stars, Bobby Love, 8 Rare Form — Nervous Duane, 1 RF’s — John Marcey Duo, 4; Jamie Lynn Vessels, 7 Saturn Bar — King James & the Special Men, 10 Siberia — The Red Elvises, 6; Coprolingus, MC Trachiotomy, Chaotic Noise Marching Corps, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Charmaine Neville Band, 8 & 10 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Royal Street Windin’ Boys, 2; Sarah McCoy, 4; Dominick Grillo & the Frenchmen Street All-Stars, 6; New Orleans Jazz Vipers, 10 Three Muses — Monty Banks, 5 Tipitina’s — Galactic, 11

CLASSICAL/CONCERTS Albinas Prizgintas. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., (504) 5220276; www.trinitynola.com — The organist’s “Organ & Labyrinth” performance includes selections from baroque to vintage rock by candlelight. Free. 6 p.m. Tuesday.

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Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Anuraag Pendyal, Dignity Reve, 7 Dragon’s Den (upstairs) — Church with Unicorn Fukr, 10 Gasa Gasa — Leon, Jacob Banks, 9 Hi-Ho Lounge — Bate Bunda, Rusty Lazer, 10 Howlin’ Wolf — Dumpstaphunk, Miss Mojo, 10 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Hot 8 Brass Band, 10 Jazz Cafe — The Key Sound, 7:30 Kermit’s Treme Mother-In-Law Lounge — Kermit Ruffins, Paris Harris, DJ Sugar Ray, 4 Kerry Irish Pub — Paintbox feat. Dave James & Tim Robertson, 9:30 The Maison — Chance Bushman & the NOLA Jitterbugs, 10 a.m.; Higher Heights, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — Joe Krown Trio, 10 Live Oak Cafe — Valerie Sassyfras, 10 Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7:30 Old Point Bar — Tom Hook, 3:30; Jean Marie Harris, 7 One Eyed Jacks — Chaotic Noise Corps, LoveBomb Go-Go, Jefferson Street Parade Band, 10 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Gerald French & Sunday Night Swingsters, 8 Rare Form — Kuwaisiana, Matt Bartels, Blue Velvet, 7 Saturn Bar — Valparaiso Men’s Chorus, 10 Siberia — Honky, The Freetown Hounds, Sunrise:Sunset, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Original Dixieland Jazz Band (album release), 8 & 10 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Kristina Morales & the Bayou Shufflers, 6; Pat Casey & the New Sound, 10

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FILM FESTIVALS 2017 Oscar Showcase — Films with Oscar nods are screened. Tuesday-Thursday. Kenner, Slidell Two Day Best Picture Showcase 2017 — Moonlight, Manchester by the Sea and other films nominated for the “best picture” Academy Award are screened. 10 a.m. Saturday. Elmwood

OPENING THIS WEEKEND Collide (PG-13) — There must be something great about this action movie that stars Ben Kingsley, Anthony Hopkins and Tony from the British Skins. West Bank Get Out (R) — In the words of Variety, Jordan Peele’s film is “Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? meets The Stepford Wives.” Elmwood, West Bank, Regal, Chalmette The Red Turtle — In the dreamily animated Robinson Crusoe tale, a man is shipwrecked on an island of turtles and birds. Broad

NOW SHOWING Arrival (PG-13) — A linguist (Amy Adams) learns to speak alien. Kenner, Slidell A Cure for Wellness (R) — In this sanitarium, you can check out, but never leave. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place A Dog’s Purpose (PG) — An animal-cruelty PR dustup dogs the release of this canine-centric film. Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Elle — In the French-language thriller, a woman deals with the aftermath of an assault. Broad Everybody Loves Somebody (PG-13) — An L.A. woman asks a co-worker to pose as her boyfriend in this English-Spanish rom-com. Elmwood Fences (PG-13) — Denzel Washington stars in a film adaptation of the play by mid-20th-century playwright August Wilson (Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom). Kenner, Slidell Fifty Shades Darker (R) — The midpoint in E.L. James’ grocery-store-rack BDSM trilogy. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Broad, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place The Great Wall (PG-13) — Monsters, mercenaries and Matt Damon are in this action movie set in ancient China. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Hell or High Water (R) — Two men plot the heist of a bank that plans to foreclose on their ranch. Kenner, Slidell Hidden Figures (PG) — Three African-American women contribute to NASA breakthroughs in this drama based

on a true story. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal I Am Not Your Negro (PG-13) — Samuel L. Jackson narrates the race-relations documentary based on works of James Baldwin. Elmwood, Broad John Wick: Chapter 2 (R) — A hitman (Keanu Reeves, in classic gun-wielding, stunt-tumbling form) emerges from retirement. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Jolly LLB 2 — A lawyer bumbles into a high-profile court case. In Hindi with English subtitles. Elmwood La La Land (PG-13) — Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling pay tribute to Golden Age musicals. Elmwood, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place The LEGO Batman Movie (PG) — Two powerful franchises join forces to fight crime. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Broad, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Lion (PG-13) — A young man (Dev Patel, Slumdog Millionaire) returns to India to search for his biological parents. Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Prytania, Regal, Canal Place Manchester by the Sea (R) — Casey Affleck and Michelle Williams star in the Oscar-buzzy film by Kenneth Lonergan. Prytania Moonlight (R) — Critics have high praise for this movie, in which a young African-American man comes of age. West Bank, Kenner, Slidell Neruda (R) — The famous writer of semi-dirty love poems goes underground when communism is outlawed. Broad Passengers (PG-13) — Unusually attractive people (Jennifer Lawrence, Chris Pratt) wake up too early from a spaceship’s deep freeze. West Bank Rings (PG-13) — The sequel to a remake of a Japanese horror film. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (PG-13) — Unlikely heroes bond and triumph over adversity, in space. Elmwood Toni Erdmann — A man assumes a fake identity to reconnect with his estranged daughter. Canal Place VooDoo — A Southern girl finds dark forces on a trip to L.A. Chalmette xXx: Return of Xander Cage (PG-13) — A prototypical Vin Diesel film: explosions, conspiracies, a race against time. Kenner

SPECIAL SCREENINGS Angela’s Ashes — The museum screens the film based on the critically acclaimed Frank McCourt novel. 6 p.m. Friday. Irish Cultural Museum Earth Girls Are Easy — Jeff Goldblum and Geena Davis star in the camp ’80s

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Toni Erdmann

DO WE EVER REALLY KNOW OUR • 2:40 p.m., 5:10 p.m. & 8:40 p.m. CHILDREN? It’s easy to feel close to the little ones, their young minds • The Theatres, 333 Canal Place, third floor, and budding personalities constantly (504) 493-6535; www.thetheatres.com betraying their need for a parent’s love and understanding. The older ones, SONY CLASSICS PICTURES especially those who’ve grown up, left home and struggled to find their place in the world, often prove tougher nuts to crack. That’s when the complexities of family relationships take hold, making it hard to see sons and daughters clearly while others easily do. If we can’t really see them, how can we hope to make a difference in their lives? That‘s the underlying premise of Toni Erdmann, the astonishing third film from German writer-director Maren Ade. A study in contradictions, Toni Erdmann is a small-scale, deeply personal film that’s nearly three hours long; a soft-spoken, often brooding character study that sharply satirizes today’s dehumanizing corporate culture; and a serious drama with many bouts of unexpected hilarity. Toni Erdmann just gets weirder and more disorienting as it progresses, without flying off the rails or losing focus. The film’s essential strangeness hasn’t kept it from mainstream success. It’s one of five nominees for this year’s Best Foreign Language Film Academy Award and has already swept the five major awards at the Oscar-equivalent European Film Awards, while also drawing many best-of-year accolades. Toni Erdmann surely flirts with conventional filmmaking, at least in the first of three roughly hour-long acts. Middle-aged music teacher Winfried (Peter Simonischek) has a penchant for odd disguises and elaborate practical jokes, while his ambitious and serious-minded daughter Ines (Sandra Huller) appears consumed by her quest for corporate success. Winfried surprises Ines with a spontaneous visit to Bucharest, Romania, where she works as a consultant to an international oil company. Family tensions mount as Winfried strives to communicate with Ines, sensing her profound unhappiness. The rest of the film delivers one surprise after another, all hinging on a single, seemingly inexplicable transformation. Winfried manages to insinuate himself into Ines’ personal and professional lives by becoming Toni Erdmann, a grinning “life coach” in a black rock-star wig whose bizarre sense of humor earns his acceptance in a series of closed-door corporate settings. (Ade found inspiration for the Winfried-as-Toni character in the late, great comedian/performance artist Andy Kaufman.) How else to penetrate the walls Ines has built around her life? The grand odyssey of Winfried and Ines in Toni Erdmann may seem a gargantuan effort for the relatively modest rewards of a little self-knowledge and increased understanding between generations. But it can take a lifetime of love and attention to maintain even a single such bridge, as Ade’s film quietly suggests. What else are families for? — KEN KORMAN

comedy. 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. New Orleans Public Library, Mid-City branch Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (PG-13) — Harry and his friends race to find the pieces of Voldemort’s soul. Midnight Friday-Saturday. Prytania Husbands — Three guys share a mid-life breakdown when one of their buddies dies. 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. Burgundy Picture House To Kill a Mockingbird — Gregory Peck stars in the courtroom drama. 10 a.m. Wednesday. Prytania

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tizing force by which anyone with talent might succeed regardless of race, color or creed. • Through March 1 Although the massive multistory “Equality” banners on the Benson Tower by the Superdome suggest a bit of satisfying civic schadenfreude after the NBA All-Star Game was moved here • The Basketball Hoops Project: in response to North Carolina’s transgender bathroom law, equality is what makes AmeriPhotographs by Rob Hammer ca’s democratic version of patriotism very different from mere mean-spirited nationalism. • Boyd Satellite Gallery, That ideal of equality, despite our deeply conflicted history, is as much a part of America’s exceptionalism as its vast, imposing landscape. Both appear in photographer Rob Hammer’s 440 Julia St., (504) 581-2440; Basketball Hoops Project, which relocated to New Orleans along with the game it celebrates. www.boydsatellitegallery.com Hammer is a Los Angeles-based sports photographer known for dramatic action shots, but these images are quietly meditative views of basketball hoops across America. No people are visible, but each picture resonates a human presence in landscapes rendered with a painterly flair for color and composition. In Barn, Utah, a rusty hoop protrudes from the dilapidated wall of a derelict barn in a scene that looks like a ghostly German expressionist take on rustic Americana. Even more mysterious is Milk, New York, a bottomless milk crate on a weathered pole by a shuttered Gothic church with gnarly vines and dark shadows worthy of an Alfred Hitchcock film. Night, California depicts a moonrise over a playground hoop in a scene that somehow unites the ordinary with the cosmic. Mars, Arizona is an otherworldly view of a metal folding chair and a basketball hoop rising from a red, sandy expanse like an image NASA’s Mars Exploration Rover might have transmitted from the red planet. Perhaps most emblematic of all is America, New Mexico (pictured) with its painted American flag backboard radiating a hopeful folk art evocation of a bright, shining and eternally buoyant American dream. — D. ERIC BOOKHARDT

GALLERIES A Gallery for Fine Photography. 241 Chartres St., (504) 568-1313; www.agallery.com — “The World Is Not Enough,” Joel-Peter Witkin photography retrospective, through March 10.

Angela King Gallery. 241 Royal St., (504) 524-8211; www.angelakinggallery.com — Group exhibition of works by Marlene Rose, Raymond Douillet, Eddy Stevens, Aaron Reichert, Andy Baird, Terri Hallman, Richard Currier and Anne Bachelier, through February.

Antenna Gallery. 3718 St. Claude Ave., (504) 298-3161; www.press-street.com/ antenna — “Reverse Recuperation & the Agency of Form,” group exhibition about bodily autonomy, performance and radical gift giving; “Cover the Earth IV,” site-specific sculpture; both through March 26.

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Anton Haardt Gallery. 2858 Magazine St., (504) 891-9080; www.antonart.com — Selected folk art by Mose Tolliver, Jimmy Lee Sudduth, Mary T. Smith, Sybil Gibson and Michael Banks, ongoing. Barrister’s Gallery. 2331 St. Claude Ave., (504) 525-2767; www.barristersgallery. com — “You Have Already Seen This Image,” digital prints and installation by Minka Stoyanova; “We the Water ... the Water We, Heal Ourselves and the Sea,” new work by Herbert Kearney; both through March 4. Beata Sasik Gallery. 541 Julia St., (504) 322-5055; www.beatasasik.com — New work by Beata Sasik, ongoing. Berta’s and Mina’s Antiquities Gallery. 4138 Magazine St., (504) 895-6201 — Paintings by Mina Lanzas and Nilo Lanzas, ongoing. Boyd Satellite. 440 Julia St., (504) 581-2440; www.boydsatellitegallery. com — “The Basketball Hoops Project,” new work by Rob Hammer, through March 1. Brand New Orleans Art Gallery. 646 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 251-2695; www. brandneworleansartgallery.com — “New Orleans Ladies,” portraits of women by Bob Graham, ongoing. CANO Creative Space at Myrtle Banks Building. 1307 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. — “Of Human Bonds,” photographs by Marti Corn, Ashley Lorraine and Joe Quint, through February. Carol Robinson Gallery. 840 Napoleon Ave., (504) 895-6130; www.carolrobinsongallery.com — “Resurfacing,” new paintings and sculpture by Bernard Mattox, through February. CJ Nero. 839 Spain St., (504) 875-2008; www.facebook.com/craig.who.dat.nero — “The V and Lee Traveling Show,” ceramics by Veronica Casares and Pat Lee, through March 18. Claire Elizabeth Gallery. 131 Decatur St., (843) 364-6196; www.claireelizabethgallery.com — “Masked/unMasked,” paintings, photographs and works on paper of masked and costumed figures, through March 26. Cole Pratt Gallery. 3800 Magazine St., (504) 891-6789; www.coleprattgallery. com — “Recent Observations,” landscape oil paintings by John Stanford, through March 17. Collins C. Diboll Art Gallery. Loyola University, Monroe Library, fourth floor, 6363 St. Charles Ave., (504) 861-5456; www. loyno.edu/dibollgallery — “Marais Press: 20 Years of Collaborations and Migrations,” works made using new and alternative printmaking techniques by Brian Kelly and others, through April 16. Ellen Macomber Fine Art & Textiles. 1720 St. Charles Ave., (504) 314-9414; www.ellenmacomber.com — Exhibition by gallery artists, ongoing. Frank Relle Photography. 910 Royal St., (504) 388-7601 — New selections from “Until the Water,” “Nightscapes” and “Nightshade,” night photographs of Louisiana by Frank Relle, ongoing. The Front. 4100 St. Claude Ave., (504) 301-8654; www.nolafront.org — “I’m Your Cannibal” and “Juicy,” group exhibitions; “When We Were Boys,” new work by John Isiah Walton, Jason Childers and Kevin Brisco; all through March 5.

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and “The Barnett Shale: A Frack-tured Land,” both by Jeanine Michna-Bales, through March 19. Octavia Art Gallery. 454 Julia St., (504) 309-4249; www.octaviaartgallery. com — “Celebration,” group painting, photography and mixed-media exhibition, through Saturday. Pamela Marquis Studio. 221 Dauphine St., (504) 615-1752; www.pamelamarquisstudio.com — New paintings by Pamela Marquis, ongoing. Reynolds-Ryan Art Gallery. Isidore Newman School, 5333 Danneel St., (504) 8966369; www.newmanschool.org — “Animalia,” student work inspired by famous paintings of animals, through Thursday. Rhino Contemporary Crafts Gallery. The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., second floor, (504) 523-7945; www. rhinocrafts.com — “Creatures of Carnival,” prints by Christopher Kirsch; beads by Eloise Davis; beaded tapestries and Mardi Gras Indian regalia by Big Chief Alfred Doucette; all through February. RidgeWalker Glass Gallery. 2818 Rampart St., (504) 957-8075; www.ridgewalkerglass.com — Glass, metal sculpture and paintings by Teri Walker and Chad Ridgeway, ongoing. Scene by Rhys Art Gallery. 708 Toulouse St., (504) 258-5842; www.scenebyrhys. com — Pen and ink drawings by Emilie Rhys, ongoing. Second Story Gallery. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 710-4506; www.neworleanshealingcenter. org — “Rebirth,” group show featuring Natori Green, Jessica Normington, Ron Bennett, Gina Laguna and Cynthia Ramirez, through March 3. ShiNola Gallery. 1813 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., (504) 223-5732; www.facebook. com/shinolagallery — Exhibition by gallery artists, ongoing. The Spielman Gallery. 1332 Washington Ave., (504) 899-7670; www.davidspielman.com — Travel, Hurricane Katrina and Gulf South black-and-white photographs by David Spielman, ongoing. St. Tammany Art Association. 320 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 892-8650; www.sttammanyartassociation.org — “Conversations with Abstraction,” abstract works by Molly Howell, Elliot Stokes, Ralph Townsend and Hasmig Vartanian, through April 1. Stella Jones Gallery. Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 132, (504) 568-9050; www.stellajonesgallery.com — New work by black contemporary artists living in Mexico Elizabeth Catlett and Joseph Lofton, through March. Ten Gallery. 4432 Magazine St., (504) 333-1414; www.tengallerynola.com — New work by Ida Floreak, through February. UNO-St. Claude Gallery. 2429 St. Claude Ave., (504) 280-6493; www.finearts.uno. edu — “H O S T A G E S,” photographs by Dane Hansen; “Problemagic,” mixed-media works by Sam Stolte; through March. Vieux Carre Gallery. 507 St. Ann St., (504) 522-2900; www.vieuxcarregallery.com — New work by Sarah Stiehl, ongoing.

SPARE SPACES Ashe Cultural Arts Center. 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.

ashecac.org — “Metamorphosis: Unapologetic Existence,” group exhibition about becoming one’s true self, through March 30. Bar Redux. 801 Poland Ave., (504) 5927083; www.barredux.com — “Indians A’ Comin’,” photographs, costumes and posters of Mardi Gras Indians, through March 1. The Building 1427. 1427 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 352-9283; www.building1427.com — Work by Daniel Jupiter, Mark Lacabe and Maurice Hicks, ongoing. Cafe Degas. 3127 Esplanade Ave., (504) 945-5635; www.cafedegas.com — Racing scenes in pastel by Brenda Delle, through March 1. Ken Kirschman Artspace. NOCCA Riverfront, 2800 Chartres St., (504) 940-2787; www.nocca.com — New work by visiting artists, through March 4. M. Furniture Gallerie. 2726 Royal St., Suite B, (504) 324-2472; www.mfurnituregallerie.com — Paintings by Tracy Jarmon; copper work by Giovanni; watercolors by Bill James; furniture by John Wilhite; all ongoing. Pirate’s Alley Cafe. 622 Pirate’s Alley, (504) 524-9332; www.piratesalleycafe. com — Paintings, prints and mixed-media works by Joe Bostick, Mario Ortiz, Chris Holcombe, Nathan Durapau, Ernest Brown, Emily Stieber, Jennifer Laffin, Brandon Felix and others, ongoing. Tulane University. 6823 St Charles Ave., (504) 865-5000; www.tulane.edu — “Thomas Sully: At Home and at Leisure,” drawings, blueprints and photographs of residences and yachts by Thomas Sully, through June 3. Where Y’Art Gallery. 1901 Royal St., (504) 325-5672; www.whereyart.net — “Southern Abstraction,” group exhibition of abstract works by New Orleans artists, ongoing.

MUSEUMS The Historic New Orleans Collection. 533 Royal St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc.org — “Rites, Rituals and Revelry: The History of Mardi Gras in New Orleans,” guided tours featuring Carnival history and artifacts, through Friday. “Clarence John Laughlin and his Contemporaries: A Picture and a Thousand Words,” photographs and writings by the 20th-century photographer, through March 25. “Goods of Every Description: Shopping in New Orleans, 1825-1925,” period merchandise, ceramics, silver, furniture and clothing sold in the French Quarter, through April 9. Hand-carved decoy ducks; “The Seignouret-Brulatour House: A New Chapter,” model of a 200-year-old French Quarter building and historic site; both ongoing. Louisiana Children’s Museum. 420 Julia St., (504) 523-1357; www.lcm.org — Historic French Quarter life and architecture exhibit by The Historic New Orleans Collection, ongoing. Louisiana State Museum Cabildo. 701 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm. crt.state.la.us — “Louisiana: A Medley of Cultures,” art and display exploring Louisiana’s Native American, African and European influences, ongoing. Louisiana State Museum Presbytere. 751 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm.

crt.state.la.us — “Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond,” interactive displays and artifacts; “It’s Carnival Time in Louisiana,” Carnival artifacts, costumes, jewelry and other items; both ongoing. New Orleans Museum of Art. City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — “A Life of Seduction: Venice in the 1700s,” Carnival, fashion and street life scenes from 18th-century Venice, through May 21. “African Art: The Bequest from the Francoise Billion Richardson Charitable Trust,” more than 100 African scuptures, through June. Newcomb Art Museum. Tulane University, Woldenberg Art Center, Newcomb Place, (504) 314-2406; www.newcombartmuseum.tulane.edu — “Waiting on a Prime-Time Star,” mixed-media portraiture by Mickalene Thomas, through April 9. Ogden Museum of Southern Art. 925 Camp St., (504) 539-9600; www.ogdenmuseum.org — Metalwork by Ben Caldwell, through March 28. “A Place and Time Part II,” photographs of the American South from the permanent collection, through May 15. “Profligate Beauty,” work inspired by the American South from the museum’s permanent collection, through September.

CALL FOR ARTISTS Contemporary Arts Center Open Call. Contemporary Arts Center seeks submissions from contemporary visual artists who live, work or have had an artist residency in the New Orleans region. Work will be exhibited at the Whitney White Linen Night event in August. Visit www. cacno.org for details. LSU AgCenter Get It Growing Lawn and Garden Calendar. LSU AgCenter requests gardening photographs for its 2018 calendar. Visit www.lsuagcenter. com/getitgrowingcalendar for details. New Orleans Loving Festival. The New Orleans Loving Festival seeks submissions for two contests: stamp designs commemorating the Loving v. Virginia Supreme Court decision and posters and essays by young people living in the greater New Orleans area. Visit www. charitablefilmnetwork.submittable.com/ submit for details. One Minute to Midnight: A Visual Protest. Second Story Gallery requests submissions of politically-inspired visual art responding to the new presidential administration. Email rongbennett@cox. net for details. Recollections: A Community Photography Project. New Orleans Photo Alliance requests photographs for an upcoming show on the theme of memory. Visit www.neworleansphotoalliance.org for details.

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Gallery 600 Julia. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375; www.gallery600julia.com — “Beadazzled,” group show of Carnival-themed paintings, through February. Gallery B. Fos. 3956 Magazine St., (504) 444-2967; www.beckyfos.com — Paintings by Becky Fos, ongoing. Gallery Burguieres. 736 Royal St., (504) 301-1119; www.galleryburguieres. com — Mixed-media work by Ally Burguieres, ongoing. Good Children Gallery. 4037 St. Claude Ave., (504) 616-7427; www.goodchildrengallery.com — “Rock Snake Scratch,” new work by Andrea Bergart; “So That’s What Happened,” new work by Jessica Bizer; both through March 5. Hall-Barnett Gallery. 237 Chartres St., (504) 522-5657; www.hallbarnett.com — “Run for the Woods,” nature-inspired works by Merrilee Challiss, Stacey Johnson and Paton Miller, through March 6. Isaac Delgado Fine Arts Gallery. Delgado Community College, 615 City Park Ave., (504) 361-6620; www.dcc.edu/departments/art-gallery — “A Place for All People: Introducing the National Museum of African American History and Culture,” commemorative posters from the opening of the museum, through Thursday. Jazz & Heritage Gallery. 1205 N. Rampart St., (504) 558-6100; www.jazzandheritage.org — “Class Got Brass,” photographs by Eli Mergel documenting high school brass bands, through March 5. Jonathan Ferrara Gallery. 400 Julia St., (504) 522-5471; www.jonathanferraragallery.com — “Watercolor + Collage,” new work by Amy Park; “Color Correction,” new work by Marna Shopoff; both through March 25. LeMieux Galleries. 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988; www.lemieuxgalleries.com — “Adaptations,” digital prints of historic homes by Debra Howell, through Thursday. M. Francis Gallery. 1228 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 931-1915; www.mfrancisgallery.com — Paintings by Myesha Francis, ongoing. Martin Welch Art Gallery. 223 Dauphine St., (504) 388-4240; www.martinwelchart. com — Paintings and mixed-media work by Martin Welch, ongoing. Martine Chaisson Gallery. 727 Camp St., (504) 304-7942; www.martinechaissongallery.com — “Prix West,” new work by Christa Blackwood, through March 25. Michalopoulos Gallery. 617 Bienville St., (504) 558-0505; www.michalopoulos. com — Paintings by James Michalopoulos, ongoing. New Orleans Art Center. 3330 St. Claude Ave., (707) 779-9317; www.theneworleansartcenter.com — “Alexander the Great Visits NOLA,” work about the Macedonian king by Morgan Molthrop; “Cultural Grid,” exhibition by gallery artists; both through March 2. New Orleans Glassworks & Printmaking Studio. 727 Magazine St., (504) 529-7277; www.neworleansglassworks.com — Glass sculpture by Curt Brock; photography by Scott Schexnaydre, through February. New Orleans Photo Alliance. 1111 St. Mary St., (504) 610-4899; www.neworleansphotoalliance.org — Selections from “Through Darkness to Light: Seeking Freedom on the Underground Railroad”

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BURLESQUE & VARIETY American Mess. Barcadia, 601 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 335-1740; www.barcadianeworleans.com — Katie East hosts local and touring comedians alongside burlesque performances. Free admission. 8:30 p.m. Wednesday. Bad Girls of Burlesque. House of Blues, The Parish, 225 Decatur St., (504) 3104999; www.hob.com — The burlesque troupe’s performance has a “Mardi Gras Madness” theme. Tickets $21. 11 p.m. Saturday. Bayou Blues Burlesque. The AllWays Lounge & Theater, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge. net — There are burlesque performances at the weekly show. Tickets $10. 8 p.m. Friday. Bayou Boylesque. GrandPre’s, 834 N. Rampart St., (504) 267-3615; www. grandpres.com — Scorpio Boys star in the boylesque show. 10 p.m. Friday. Breaking Even. The AllWays Lounge & Theater, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge.net — Drag queens and kings are featured in the variety show. Tickets $8. 10 p.m. Wednesday. Burgundy Burlesque. The Saint Hotel, Burgundy Bar, 931 Canal St., (504) 5225400; www.thesainthotelneworleans. com — Trixie Minx leads a weekly burlesque performance featuring live jazz. Free admission; reserved table $10. 9 p.m. Friday. Burlesque Boozy Brunch. SoBou, 310 Chartres St., (504) 552-4095; www. sobounola.com — A burlesque performance by Bella Blue and friends accompanies brunch service. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday. Jock Strap Cabaret. The AllWays Lounge & Theater, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge. net — The drag and variety show has a “lube wrestling” contest. Tickets $10. 11 p.m. Friday. Bella Blue Burlesque Presents Lundi Gras. The AllWays Lounge & Theater, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge.net — Bella Blue hosts the Lundi Gras party with burlesque and variety performances. 9 p.m. Monday. Nicole Lynn Foxx Variety Hour. The AllWays Lounge & Theater, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge.net — The drag performer hosts a weekly variety show. 9 p.m. Thursday. Talk Nerdy to Me. Dragon’s Den (upstairs), 435 Esplanade Ave., (504) 940-5546; www.dragonsdennola.com — The weekly sci-fi-themed revue features burlesque performers, comedians and sideshow acts. Tickets $10. 7 p.m. Saturday. Whiskey & Rhinestones. Gravier Street Social, 523 Gravier St., (504) 941-7629;

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DANCE Rockin’ Road to Dublin. Jefferson Performing Arts Center, 6400 Airline Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-2000; www.jpas. org — The modern Irish dancing group performs. Tickets $30-$45. 7 p.m. Tuesday.

COMEDY Brown Improv. Waloo’s, 1300 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 834-6474; www.facebook.com/pages/thenewwaloos — The comedy group performs. 8 p.m. Tuesday. Comedy Beast. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 901 S. Peters St., (504) 529-5844; www.thehowlinwolf.com — Massive Fraud presents stand-up comedy. 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. Comedy Catastrophe. Lost Love Lounge, 2529 Dauphine St., (504) 9492009; www.lostlovelounge.com — Cassidy Henehan hosts a stand-up show. 10 p.m. Tuesday. Comedy F—k Yeah. Dragon’s Den (upstairs), 435 Esplanade Ave., (504) 940-5546; www.dragonsdennola.com — Vincent Zambon and Mary-Devon Dupuy host a stand-up show. 8:30 p.m. Friday. Comedy Gold. House of Blues, Voodoo Garden, 225 Decatur St., (504) 3104999; www.houseofblues.com — Leon Blanda hosts a stand-up showcase of local and traveling comics. 7 p.m. Wednesday. Comedy Gumbeaux. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 901 S. Peters St., (504) 529-5844; www. thehowlinwolf.com — Frederick “RedBean” Plunkett hosts a stand-up show. 8 p.m. Thursday. NOLA Comedy Hour. Hi-Ho Lounge, 2239 St. Claude Ave., (504) 945-4446; www.hiholounge.net — Duncan Pace hosts an open mic. Sign-up at 6:30 p.m., show at 7 p.m. Sunday. Permanent Damage. Bullet’s Sports Bar, 2441 A.P. Tureaud Ave., (504) 6694464 — Tony Frederick, Corey Mack and B-Dub host the weekly stand-up show. 8 p.m. Saturday. The Spontaneous Show. Bar Redux, 801 Poland Ave., (504) 592-7083; www. barredux.com — Young Funny comedians host a comedy show and open mic. Sign-up 7:30 p.m., show 8 p.m. Tuesday. Stoned vs. Drunk vs. Sober. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater. com — Comedians in altered states have a stand-up competition. 9 p.m. Friday. Think You’re Funny?. Carrollton Station Bar and Music Club, 8140 Willow St., (504) 865-9190; www.carrolltonstation.com — Brothers Cassidy and Mick-

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“SPECIAL” WAS A WORD UTTERED SEVERAL TIMES BY PARTICIPANTS in The Art of Jazz to describe their recent performances at The Marigny Opera House. Since its founding two years ago, The Marigny Opera Ballet has featured live music in its performances, a rarity considering only major dance companies such as The New York City Ballet, American Ballet Theatre and San Francisco Ballet work with live music. Director Dave Hurlbert believes musicians are essential in New Orleans and says recordings were never an option. Hurlbert, founder of both the performing arts venue and its dance company, commissioned local musicians and dancers to create three pieces for Art of Jazz. The originality and exuberance of the performances were testimony to the importance of the license granted the artists. The musicians and dancers created a dialogue intertwining melodies and rhythms with movement. Initially, Hurlbert tried putting a 1906 Steinway grand piano onstage so the dances could swirl around it. The first piece, Dance of the Dreamers, was written by composer and pianist Lawrence Sieberth. His piece’s musical mood shifted through five emotional movements, starting with a simple bass line and progressing into snazzy ’50s jazz, as Sieberth flung sheets of music off the piano onto the floor. The dancers enacted each melody line with precise, articulated movements and also captured unexpected elements of the music. “Combining music with dance is a mutually elevating process,” Sieberth said. Sieberth began working on the score last summer and brought concepts to choreographer Barbara Hayley for collaboration and to observe dancers improvising during rehearsals. “The poem, the painting allows for a kinesthetic reaction,” Hayley said. Rising Sun Blues featured a romantic and playful pas de deux choreographed by Nikki Hefko, artistic director of the New Orleans School of Ballet, and performed by Lauren Guynes and Joshua Bell. Cellist Helen Gillet composed the music and performed with tenor saxophonist and clarinetist Rex Gregory and drummer Doug Garrison. The musicians faced the stage and incorporated improvisations. The final piece, Wary Heat, featured sensual and daring choreography by Brazilian Diogo de Lima. The jazz trio Nutria (Byron Asher, Trey Boudreaux and Sean Myers) joined the dancers onstage with clarinet, saxophone, acoustic bass and drums. “It was revealing to have an artist from a different discipline interpret our composition and elaborate on its meaning,” Boudreaux said. The intimate space of the Marigny Opera House, a church constructed in 1853, has fine acoustics. Its altar is draped with heavy curtains and bathed in mauve lighting. Marigny Opera Ballet features four outstanding dancers in their second season with the company, Kellis McSparrin Oldenburg, Gretchen Erickson, John Bozeman and Ashlie Russell. Bell, Guynes and Christian Delery joined the ballet in August. Rehearsal director Maya Taylor has danced in Europe and New York City, including with Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, yet she has rarely performed with live music, an experience she says is “something special.” — MARY RICKARD PHOTO BY ELSE HAHN

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Crescent City Connections. Loyola University, Thomas Hall, 6363 St. Charles Ave., (504) 865-3240; www.loyno.edu — The Center for the Study of the New Orleans’ interview series features Electric Girls founder Flor Serna. Visit www.loyno. edu/csno for details. 6 p.m. The Four Chaplains: A Story of Heroism, Sacrifice and Remembrance. National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., (504) 527-6012; www.nationalww2museum.org — Captain Louis Cavaliere tells the story of four chaplains on a sinking U.S. Army transport boat during World War II. Free admission, registration recommended. 6 p.m. Pay-What-You-Can Day. Cafe Reconcile, 1631 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 568-1157; www.cafereconcile. org — Guests pay what they can at a twocourse lunch showcasing the work of new cafe students. 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 22 Common Praxis. 14 Parishes, 1638 Clio St., (504) 814-1490; www.14parishes. com — Professionals of color meet for an informal happy hour. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Intermediate Computer Classes. St. Tammany Parish Library, Covington Branch, 310 W. 21st Ave., Covington, (985) 893-6280; www.sttammany.lib.la.us/ covington.html — The three-week course covers intermediate adult computer skills. Participants should have previous experience using a mouse, typing and getting online. Call (985) 893-6280 to register. Noon to 1:30 p.m.

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Ball of Joy. Joy Theater, 1200 Canal St., (504) 528-9569; www.thejoytheater. com — There are aerialists, art installations and body painting at the costumes-mandatory party. Sexy Dex & the Fresh and DJ Nice Rack perform. Tickets $15-$30. 11 p.m. Intermediate Computer Class. St. Tammany Parish Library, Slidell Branch, 555 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 893-6280; www.stpl.us — A workshop helps adults improve computer literacy. Laptops provided. 10 a.m. Microsoft Word Tutorial. New Orleans Public Library, Robert E. Smith branch, 6301 Canal Blvd., (504) 596-2638; www. nolalibrary.org — A workshop introduces Microsoft Word for beginning computer users. 2 p.m. Rex Gregory. Old U.S. Mint (New Orleans Jazz National Historical Park), 400 Esplanade Ave., (504) 589-2265; www.nps. gov/jazz — Fred Kasten interviews the musician. 2 p.m. Wine and Food Tasting. Andrea’s Restaurant, 3100 19th St., Metairie, (504) 834-

8583; www.andreasrestaurant.com — Italian wines are paired with a four-course dinner. Tickets $44, plus tax and tip.

FRIDAY 24 Black History Month Writers’ Workshop. Norman Mayer Branch Library, 3001 Gentilly Blvd., (504) 596-3100; www. neworleanspubliclibrary.org — At a panel, local writers discuss their relationship to African-American history. A workshop and book signing follow. 11 a.m. Greasing of the Poles. Royal Sonesta New Orleans, 300 Bourbon St., (504) 586-0300; www.sonesta.com/royalneworleans — WGNO-TV’s Kenny Lopez emcees the ceremony, in which poles in front of the hotel are greased to protect them from Carnival revelers. Free admission. 10 a.m. Hollywood Gone Bad Masquerade Ball. The Cannery, 3803 Toulouse St., (504) 486-8351 — The masked ball celebrates bad things from Hollywood, including b-movies, questionable face lifts and more. There’s an open bar and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit LGBT nonprofits. Tickets $100-$400. 8 p.m. to midnight. Krewe DeBauche Ball. Sanctuary Cultural Arts Center, 2525 Burgundy St., (504) 920-7355; www.sanctuarynola.org — The party features belly dancing and DJ performances. Debauche also plays. Tickets $15. 9 p.m. Krewe of Oak. Maple Leaf Bar, 8316 Oak St., (504) 866-9359; www.mapleleafbar. com — The parade rolls. 9 p.m. Space Ball: Once Upon a Lunarland. Carver Theater, 2101 Orleans Ave., (504) 304-0460; www.carvertheater.org — Krewe de Lune hosts the costume party with art installations, a bonfire, food trucks and music and dance performances. Gravity A performs Talking Heads songs. Visit www.onceuponalunarland.eventbrite.com for details. Tickets $50. 9 p.m.

SATURDAY 25 Black History Month Literary Brunch. Bleu Diamond Event Hall, 9701 Lake Forest Blvd., (504) 242-2538; www.bleudiamondhall.com — The brunch features speaker Glynis T. Eugene, founder of Bald Head Girlz. Tickets $25, includes a copy of The Color of Strength: Embracing the Passion of our Culture. 10 a.m. Device Advice. East New Orleans Regional Library, 5641 Read Blvd., (504) 596-2646; www.nolalibrary.org — Library staffers answer basic questions about computers and mobile devices. 10 a.m. Magazine Street Mardi Gras Art Market. Dat Dog, 3336 Magazine St., (504) 324-2226; www.datdognola.com — The Carnival-themed art market features wearable art, local art raffles, costume

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vendors, face painters, kids’ crafts and clean bathrooms for parade-goers. Free admission. Noon to 6 p.m. Story Time with Crafts. New Orleans Public Library, main branch, 219 Loyola Ave., (504) 596-2602; www.nolalibrary. org — A family-friendly story time has craft projects, and there is homework help for older children. 1 p.m.

SUNDAY 26 Ancestral Remembrance. Whitney Plantation, 5099 Highway 18, Wallace, (225) 265-3300; www.whitneyplantation. com — The museum holds an ancestral remembrance ceremony followed by guided tours. 1:30 p.m. Bacchus Bash. Generations Hall, 310 Andrew Higgins Drive, (504) 568-1702; www.generationshall.com — The day-long indoor/outdoor block party features food and live music by Flow Tribe, The Top Cats, Category 6 and Big Sam’s Funky Nation. Free admission, VIP tickets available. Noon.

MONDAY 27 Bywater Lundi Gras Party. Bar Redux, 801 Poland Ave., (504) 592-7083; www.barredux.com — Big Chief Alfred Doucette, JD Hill & the Jammers and Big Pearl & the Fugitives of Funk play at the bar’s Lundi Gras party. Tickets $15. 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. Lundi Gras on the Mississippi. Spanish Plaza, 1 Poydras St — An outdoor Lundi Gras party includes live music, food vendors and fireworks, and Rex arrives with his entourage. Free admission. Noon to 6:30 p.m. Lundi Gras Shutdown. Ashe Power House, 1731 Baronne St., (504) 569-9070; www. ashecac.org — Away Team hosts the Lundi Gras party. DJs RQ Away and Raj Smoove perform. 9 p.m. Red Beans Parade. Marigny Opera House, 725 St. Ferdinand St., (504) 948-9998; www.marignyoperahouse.org — The second line celebrating red beans travels through Faubourg Marigny and Treme. 2 p.m. Zulu Lundi Gras Festival. Woldenberg Riverfront Park, Canal Street at the Mississippi River, (504) 565-3033; www. auduboninstitute.org — There’s food, art vendors and musical performances at a daylong celebration hosted by the Krewe of Zulu. The festival culminates in the presentation of King and Queen Zulu. Free admission. 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

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THE ZULU SOCIAL AID & PLEASURE CLUB HOLDS ITS LUNDI GRAS FESTIVAL in Woldenberg Park and Rex, king of Carnival, and King Zulu meet at Spanish Plaza at 6 p.m. Zulu introduces its royalty and characters (Big Shot, Witch Doctor, Mayor, etc.) and presents live music on two stages in Woldenberg Park. The lineup features Rebirth Brass Band, Michael “Soulman” Baptiste, Dwayne Dopsie, DJ Jubilee, Tonya Boyd Cannon, Amanda Shaw and others. There also is a kids’ stage. Food vendors include Ms. Linda Green, The Praline Connection, Jack Dempsey’s Restaurant, Cafe Dauphine and others. There also is music at Spanish Plaza presented by The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk. The lineup features Big Chief Monk Boudreaux with Big Sam’s Funky Nation, King James & the Special Men and Cowboy Mouth. Rex arrives by train at 6 p.m. and is greeted by Mayor Mitch Landrieu. There also are fireworks. — WILL COVIELLO

Lundi Gras • Feb. 27 • Lundi Gras Festival • 10 a.m.-6:30 pm. Monday • Woldenberg Park, 1 Canal St. • www.lundigrasfestival.com • Lundi Gras at the Mississippi • noon-6:30 p.m. Monday • Spanish Plaza, Poyras Street at the Mississippi • www.riverwalkneworleans.com PHOTO COURTESY PEGGY SCOTT LABORDE

the CBD (at 750 Carondelet St.) 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. CRISP Farms Market. CRISP Farms Market, 1330 France St.; www.facebook. com/crispfarms — The urban farm offers greens, produce, herbs and seedlings. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday. French Market. French Market, corner of Gov. Nicholls Street and French Market Place, (504) 522-2621; www.frenchmarket. org — The historic French Quarter market offers local produce, seafood, herbs, baked goods, coffee and prepared foods. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday. German Coast Farmers Market. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Road, Destrehan — The market features vegetables, fruits, flowers and other items. Visit www.germancoastfarmersmarket.org for details. 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. Gretna Farmers Market. Gretna Farmers Market, Huey P. Long Avenue between Third and Fourth streets, Gretna, (504) 361-1822 — The weekly rain-or-shine market features more than 25 vendors offering fruits and vegetables, meats, prepared foods, baked goods, honey and flowers. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday. Hollygrove Market. Hollygrove Market & Farm, 8301 Olive St., (504) 483-7037 — The urban farm operates a daily fresh market. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.

Old Algiers Harvest Fresh Market. Old Algiers Harvest Fresh Market, 922 Teche St., Algiers, (504) 362-0708; www.oldalgiersharvestfreshmarket.com — Produce and seafood are available for purchase. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday. Rivertown Farmers Market. Rivertown, 400 block of Williams Boulevard, Kenner, (504) 468-7231; www.kenner.la.us — The market features fruits, vegetables, dairy products, preserves and cooking demonstrations. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday. Sankofa Mobile Market. Lower 9th Ward Community Center, 5234 N. Claiborne Ave. — The Sankofa market truck offers seasonal produce from the Sankofa Garden. 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday. The truck also stops at 6322 St. Claude Ave. 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Sunday. Vietnamese Farmers Market. Vietnamese Farmers Market, 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd. — Fresh produce, baked goods and live poultry are available at this early morning market. 5 a.m. Saturday.

WORDS Sergio Poroger. Tulane University, Woldenberg Art Center, Freeman Auditorium, 6823 St. Charles Ave., (504) 314-2200; www.tulane.edu — The Brazilian journalist and photographer discusses and signs Cold Hot. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday. He also PAGE 75

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Temporary Farm Labor: CSS Potato Farms, Dalhart, TX, has 12 positions, 3 mo. experience operating large farm equipment for cultivating, planting, harvesting & transporting row crop equipment for corn, grain & potatoes; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/7/17 – 11/15/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX2977919 at nearest LA Workforce Ofﬁce or call 225-342-2917.

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Temporary Farm Labor: Frank Farms, Danbury, TX, has 3 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment for tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting rice, drying of rice, cleaning, processing, bagging & shipping, assist with swathing, raking, baling of hay, vaccinating, ear tagging, branding, feeding to weaning, maintain & repair irrigation; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/10/17 – 12/1/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX3456123 at nearest LA Workforce Ofﬁce or call 225-342-2917.

Temporary Farm Labor: Jeffery Roper Farms, Plains, TX, has 2 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment with GPS for tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting of grain & oilseed crops, maintain & repair pivot irrigation; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/10/17 – 12/20/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX7168296 at nearest LA Workforce Ofﬁce or call 225-342-2917.

Temporary Farm Labor: McIntyre Flying LLC, Angleton, TX, has 4 positions, 3 mo. experience operating large farm equipment for swathing, raking, baling, stacking & transporting hay from ﬁeld to storage locations, fence building, digging holes, setting fence posts, stretching & attaching barb wire to posts; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/ hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/7/17 – 1/1/18. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX6520900 at nearest LA Workforce Ofﬁce or call 225342-2917.

Temporary Farm Labor: Lanny Bosnick & Sons Partnership, Moro, AR, has 2 positions, 3 mo. experience operating large farm equipment with GPS for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting grain & oilseed crops, install, maintain & repair poly pipe & flood irrigation, walking fields & pulling weeds, harvesting, processing, drying, binning & transporting rice; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/1/17 – 11/15/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order 1872217 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917.

Temporary Farm Labor: Southern Wheel & Iron Works, Earle, AR, has 2 positions, 3 mo. experience operating large farm equipment for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting soybean, rice & wheat, operate laser equipment for leveling ﬁelds for irrigation, irrigation & ditch maintenance; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/ failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/15/17 – 11/30/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order 1860141 at nearest LA Workforce Ofﬁce or call 225-342-2917.

Temporary Farm Labor: G&T Farms, Hartley, TX, has 5 positions, 3 mo. experience operating large farm equipment for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting grain & oilseed crops, operating haying equipment for swathing, raking, baling, stacking & transporting hay from field to storage locations, install, maintain & repair irrigation; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/ hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/20/17 – 1/1/18. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX3456039 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917. Temporary Farm Labor: Gen 4 Farms, Clarksdale, MS, has 2 positions, 3 mo. experience operating large farm equipment with GPS for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting spring crops of grain & oilseed crops, installing, repairing & maintaining irrigation; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/1/17 – 11/15/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order MS197744 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917.

Temporary Farm Labor: M&M Leasing, Cleveland, MS, has 4 positions, 6 mo. experience operating large farm row crop equipment for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting grain & oilseed crops, operating grain bin facilities, watering crops; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/ hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/1/17 – 12/20/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order MS197680 at nearest LA Workforce Ofﬁce or call 225-342-2917.

Temporary Farm Labor: Mascot Planting Company, Clarksdale, MS, has 2 positions, 3 mo. experience operating large farm equipment with GPS for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting spring crops of grain & oilseed crops, installing, repairing & maintaining irrigation; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/ hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/6/17 – 11/30/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order MS198084 at nearest LA Workforce Ofﬁce or call 225-342-2917.

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Temporary Farm Labor: TricotnII, Shaw, MS, has 1 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm equipment for tilling, planting, fertilizing, planting & transporting grain & oilseed crops from field to storage facilities, irrigation maintenance & repairs; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/15/17 – 12/1/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order MS198034 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917. Temporary Farm Labor: Vaquero Ranch, Navasota, TX, has 1 positions, 3 mo. operating large farm machinery with GPS for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting oats & rye from field to storage, swathing, raking, baling, stacking & transporting hay from field to storage; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 4/1/17 – 12/31/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX8513133 at nearest LA Workforce Office or call 225-342-2917.

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Temporary Farm Labor: High Plains Forage Harvesting, Dalhart, TX, has 25 positions, 3 mo. operating farm equipment & machinery for swathing of alfalfa, sorghum, wheat & oilseed crops, operate merger & cutter with pickup head or corn head for silage, driving semi to transport silage or pacing pile at storage locations; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $11.59/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 4/1/17 – 2/1/18. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order TX2980348 at nearest LA Workforce Ofﬁce or call 225-342-2917.

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Temporary Farm Labor: Ellendale Planting Co., Clarksdale, MS, has 2 positions, 3 mo. experience operating large farm equipment with GPS for cultivating, tilling, fertilizing, planting, harvesting & transporting spring crops of grain & oilseed crops, operate cotton pickers, module builders & boll buggies, installing, repairing & maintaining irrigation; clean & maintain building, equip & vehicles; long periods of standing, bending & able to lift 75#; must able to obtain driver’s license with clean MVR within 30 days; once hired, workers may be required to take employer paid random drug tests; testing positive/failure to comply may result in immediate termination from employment; employer provides free tools, equipment, housing and daily trans; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.38/hr, increase based on experience, may work nights, weekends & asked but not required to work Sabbath; 75% work period guaranteed from 3/1/17 – 11/30/17. Review ETA790 requirements and apply with Job Order MS196481 at nearest LA Workforce Ofﬁce or call 225-342-2917.

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