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licensed counselors and therapists, the Akula Foundation Grief Resource Center’s group is open to any family that has experienced a death or other significant loss. Space is limited; pre-registration is required. 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. children ages 5-12; 11 a.m. to noon teenagers. HOMECOMING PROJECT.
Junebug Productions kicks of its storytelling and community engagement series with a street performance by the Kumbuka African Drum & Dance Collective at Congo Square (N. Rampart Street at St. Peter Street) followed by a health and resource fair at the New Orleans African American Museum (1418 Governor Nicholls St.). Call 577-0732 or visit www. junebugproductions.org for details. Noon to 5 p.m.
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF LOUISIANA WINTER BAZAAR & GUMBO COOKOFF. International School of
Louisiana, 1400 Camp St., 464-7488; www.isl-edu.org — The event features a holiday marketplace, gumbo cook-off, a school-wide yard sale and children activities including the Hornets Bookmobile, the Zoomobile, inflatables, face painting, crafts, a kids’ holiday shopping booth and Santa. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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LOUISE S. MCGEHEE SCHOOL HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE. Bradish
Johnson House, Louise S. McGehee School, 2343 Prytania St., 561-1224; www. mcgeheeschool.com — The boutique features gifts, books, author signings, a silent auction, a raffle and a concert. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. LOUISIANA RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL . Louisiana
Renaissance Festival, 46468 River Road, Hammond, www.larf.org — The festival harkens back to the 16th century with educational demonstrations, games and rides, more than 100 artisans, performances and more. Admission $14.95. 9:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday-Friday and Dec. 10-11. NATURE: A CLOSER LOOK .
Fontainebleau State Park, 67825 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (888) 677-3668 — Park rangers lead a weekly nature hike. 9 a.m.
NEW ORLEANS AREA HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OPEN HOUSE .
The organization hosts an
open house at a Habitat home (1911 Montegut St.) for prospective partner families. Visit www.habitatopenhouse.com for details. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Edward Cohn leads a free class for those seeking information about Judaism or considering conversion. Reservations are recommended. 9 a.m.
NEW ORLEANS TEDDY BEAR HOUSE CHRISTMAS DISPLAY.
PRIMITIVE WOODWORKING.
1525 Dufossat St. — The Krewe of Armeinius hosts tours of the elaborately decorated home, featuring the 10,000teddy bear collection of Ricky Lenart, as a benefit for the krewe. Call 897-1302 or visit www.kreweofarmeinius. org for details. Tickets $10 general admission, $5 children 12 and under. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday. PAWTY 4 PANCAKE . The Old
Ironworks, 612 Piety St., 9084741 — The fundraiser for the nonprofit Save-An-Angel, which helps special needs dogs, features food, music, auction items, raffles and adoptable dogs. Visit www. save-an-angel.org for details. Free admission. Noon to 5 p.m. PRE-KWANZAA WORKSHOP.
Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., 569-9070; www.ashecac.org — The New Orleans Kwanzaa Coalition hosts the workshop that also includes a marketplace of cultural items. Free admission. 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
RESEARCHING NOTARIAL RECORDS FROM THE COLONIAL PERIOD TO TODAY. Clerk of
Civil District Court Notarial Archives, 1340 Poydras St., Suite 500, 568-8577; www. orleanscdc.com — The seminar teaches attendees how to use notarial records to conduct a title search and discover the history of a property. Admission is free, but space is limited. Call 680-9604 for details. 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. SANKOFA FARMERS MARKET. Holy Angels Complex, 3500 St. Claude Ave., 875-4268; www. sankofafarmersmarket.org — The weekly market offers fresh produce and seafood from local farmers and fishermen. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. ST. BERNARD SEAFOOD & FARMERS MARKET. Aycock
Barn, 409 Aycock St., Arabi — The market showcases fresh seafood, local produce, jams and preserves, baked goods, crafts, live entertainment, children’s activities and more. Call 355-4442 or visit www. visitstbernard.com for details. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Sunday 4 ART IN THE ALLEY. Dutch
Alley, Near French Market, on North Peters Street — The weekly market features artists offering hand-made artwork including paintings, photography, mixed media and more. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM.
Temple Sinai, 6227 St. Charles Ave., 861-3693 — Rabbi
Fontainebleau State Park, 67825 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (888) 677-3668 — Park rangers host a weekly demonstration of woodworking techniques. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Monday 5 STAY ON YOUR FEET: FALL PREVENTION SERIES. Touro
Infirmary, 1401 Foucher St. — Touro Physical and Occupational Therapists hosts a three-week series to help older adults prevent falls that can lead to serious injuries and early death. Preregistration is required. Call 897-8500 for details. Free admission. 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
TOASTMASTERS MEETING.
Milton H. Latter Memorial Library, 5120 St. Charles Ave. — New Orleans Toastmasters Club hosts an open weekly meeting (except holidays) to hone the skills of speaking, listening and thinking. Call 251-8600 or visit www. notoast234.freetoasthost.org for details. 6 p.m. UNITED NONPROFITS OF GREATER NEW ORLEANS.
Goodwill Training Center, 3400 Tulane Ave. — Nonprofit Central hosts a weekly meeting for all leaders of nonprofit groups. Email susan_unp@ yahoo.com for details. 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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SPORTS HOMECOMING TOUR . UNO
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JOAN OF ARC STUDENT CONTEST. The Krewe de
Jeanne d’Arc invites Frenchspeaking women ages 16 to 19 to apply to lead the krewe’s parade and represent the krewe in media opportunities and other events. Email stjoankrewe@yahoo.com for details. Application deadline is Thursday.
SCHOOL LEADERSHIP CENTER FELLOWS PROGRAM. The
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House, 1440 Moss St. — The holiday boutique benefits the Louisiana Landmarks Society’s Pitot House and features handmade art and accessories, books signed by local authors, home and garden gifts, live music and food. Admission $5 suggested donation, free for Louisiana Landmarks Society members. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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