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CONTENTS

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February 19, 2013 + Volume 34

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JEREMY ALFORD, D. ERIC BOOKHARDT, RED COTTON, ALEJANDRO DE LOS RIOS, STEPHANIE GRACE, GUS KATTENGELL, KEN KORMAN, BRENDA MAITLAND, IAN MCNULTY, NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS, DALT WONK Contributing Photographer | CHERYL GERBER

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Jindal and the Pill ...........................................15 Stephanie Grace on Gov. Bobby Jindal’s about-face on birth control

7 IN SEVEN

Seven Things to Do This Week .................5 Aspen Santa Fe Ballet, Caspian and more

NEWS + VIEWS

News.........................................................................7 A Louisiana judge halts a lethal injection on unique grounds Bouquets + Brickbats.....................................7 Heroes and zeroes C’est What? ..........................................................7 Gambit’s Web poll Scuttlebutt ............................................................9 Political news and gossip Commentary .....................................................10 The measure of Mardi Gras Blake Pontchartrain...................................... 11 New Orleans’ know-it-all

Clancy DuBos...................................................12 Bobby Jindal takes a tumble Gus Kattengell .................................................13 Ryan’s hope

SHOPPING + STYLE

What’s In Store................................................31 Cafe Freret CUE, March 2013 ............................PULLOUT Forever plaid; educated fashion; quick walls; and more

EAT + DRINK

Review ..................................................................33 Las Carnitas Fork + Center....................................................33 All the news that’s fit to eat 5 in Five ..............................................................34 Five places to wrap it up 3-Course Interview .......................................34 Chris “Shaggy” Davis on seafood boils

ARTS + ENTERTAINMENT

A + E News.........................................................41 Guess Who’s Coming to the Joy Theater?

Music.....................................................................42 PREVIEW: Foxygen and Unknown Mortal Orchestra Film ........................................................................45 REVIEW: Amour Art ...........................................................................47 REVIEW: Deborah Luster’s Tooth for an Eye Stage .....................................................................50 Events ...................................................................51 Crossword + Sudoku ...................................62

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Market Place.....................................................53 Mind + Body + Spirit ....................................54 Pets .......................................................................54 Legal Notices....................................................55 Employment + Job Guru .............................56 Services...............................................................57 Real Estate ........................................................58 Home & Garden ..............................................63

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Caspian with Junius Thu. Feb. 21 |Massachusetts’ most dramatic rock bands perform out of order: Junius’ massive, mushroom-clouded crashes setting the stage for the precipitous builds of instrumental architect Caspian. At Siberia. PAGE 42.

Equus Fri.-Sun. Feb. 22-March 3 | Bob Edes Jr. stars as a psychiatrist attempting to treat a patient (Alan Strang) who has blinded several horses in a drama about obsession, religious fervor and fetishism. At Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts. PAGE 50.

Searching for Sugar Man Thu. Feb. 21 | The New Orleans Film Society and the Contemporary Arts Center (CAC) present a screening of the Oscar-nominated documentary about a little known Mexican-American singer whose music was a commercial dud in the U.S. but spawned a strong following in South Africa in the 1970s. His obscurity fed a growing myth about his life and career. At the CAC. PAGE 45.

XXYYXX Sat. Feb. 23 | The 17-year-old electronic wunderkind from Orlando, Fla., found larger audiences with his choppy remix of Usher’s 2012 hit “Climax,” which dragged the song through percussive debris and shadowy synthesizers. His mind-warped, minimal electronic R&B is the sleepy little brother to dreamy dubstep and hip-hop producers like Shlohmo and The Weeknd. At Hi-Ho Lounge. PAGE 42.

Feufollet Fri. Feb. 22 | When the band formed in Acadiana a decade ago, the members were young teens devoted to traditional Cajun music. As they’ve grown, they’ve evolved, incorporating rock and pop, though they often sing in patois Cajun French — at least enough to draw a Grammy nomination for 2010’s En Couleurs. At d.b.a. PAGE 42.

He’s My Brother, She’s My Sister Sun. Feb. 24 | Siblings Rachel and Rob Kolar lead this band of Los Angeles misfits, whose Park the Van debut Nobody Dances in this Town slurs, twangs and stomps through a set of hat-tipping, skirt-twirling folk that’s more at home in La. than L.A. Paper Bird and Shakey Graves open at One Eyed Jacks. PAGE 42.

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Deadly change

As the state of Louisiana prepares to switch to a new form of lethal injection, a federal judge puts an execution on hold until more is learned about the drug.

heroes + zeroes Harold Ellis Clark

was named a finalist for the 2013 Stanley Drama Award for his play Tour Detour. Clark, a Gretna playwright, will be honored next month at a ceremony in New York City and will receive a $2,000 prize for his play, which is set in a central Louisiana prison. Previous winners of the Stanley Drama Award have included playwrights Terrence McNally and Jonathan Larson.

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was honored with the National World War II Museum’s Silver Service Medallion at the annual Krewe of Orpheus news conference on Lundi Gras. The museum’s president and CEO Nick Mueller presented the actor with the award for his work with Building for America’s Bravest, which helps build homes for severely wounded veterans.

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process. Clements raised Ulf Wiinberg is the president the same argument on and CEO of Lundbeck, Sepulvado’s behalf, this a global pharmaceutical time targeting the onecompany based in Denmark, drug process. He said which objected to the use he needed more time to of pentobarbitol, a drug it determine if it causes once manufactured, for use in lethal injections. Wiinberg excruciating pain, as called it a “distressing some contend. misuse of our product.” Clements said he needs more information PHOTO COURTESY H. LUNDBECK A/S than what was on hand in court: a two-page Wikipedia article about pentobarbital the state submitted after first announcing the drug change, and a 15-page document the judge said might be available. Specifically, Clements wants information about who administers the drug, the shelf life of the pentobarbital, and when the state obtained it, he said. Michael Rubenstein, a lawyer representing Hoffman, said in an email that just because the state has named a new drug, a proper protocol is not necessarily in place.

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Louisiana death row inmate was granted an eleventh-hour stay of execution earlier this month when a federal judge said too much is unknown about the state’s intended switch to a new, single-drug lethal injection method. The potential use of pentobarbital — the lethal drug slated to replace a three-drug cocktail — has death row-inmate lawyers arguing that the new execution process is hazy at best, unconstitutional at worst. U.S. District Court Judge James J. Brady ordered the stay of execution Feb. 7 for death row inmate Christopher Sepulvado during a hearing for a federal lawsuit the inmate had joined earlier this month against the state. He had been scheduled to die by lethal injection on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 13. “Fundamental fairness requires no less (than a stay),” Brady said during the ruling in his Baton Rouge courtroom. From the bench, Brady said there were two issues raised in the hearing: the Eighth Amendment, assuring freedom from cruel and unusual punishment, and the Fourteenth Amendment, guaranteeing the right to due process. Sepulvado, 69, of DeSoto Parish, was convicted in 1993 for the 1992 murder of his 6-year-old stepson, Wesley Allen Mercer. Court documents outline the boy’s death in gruesome detail, describing how he was beaten with a screwdriver and his body immersed in a tub of scalding water, causing significant burns and ultimately death. The question of the constitutionality of Sepulvado’s execution preceded the Feb. 7 ruling. His lawyers had been trying since 2010 to get their hands on a written protocol for his execution, after suspecting that the state no longer had one of the three drugs previously used to kill death row inmates. But the lawyers were caught off guard when state officials unexpectedly said in court two days earlier that they’ve found a way around the shortage of that one drug, by using a different single dose. Previously, the state used sodium thiopental, pancuronium bromide and potassium chloride. A nationwide shortage of the first drug led to a delay in some death sentences in various states. However, Texas first used the single-drug method with pentobarbital in July; other states have followed suit. Even before Louisiana announced the use of a new drug, Sepulvado wanted the execution thrown out so he could challenge the state’s lethal injection process. As in cases in other states, his attorney says any drug replacement or unknown procedure could violate his constitutional rights. Brady granted Sepulvado’s wish, agreeing with his lawyers that Sepulvado deserves more time to learn the facts about how the state intends to kill him. The stay was issued in connection with a lawsuit filed in federal court by attorneys for Jessie Hoffman, another Louisiana inmate sentenced to death. Sepulvado’s lawyer, Gary Clements, filed a motion in January to join Hoffman’s lawsuit, which faulted the state for not providing basic information about the three-drug lethal injection

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“The state continues to refuse to provide basic information about how it intends to execute Louisiana citizens, such as whether any medical authorities were consulted regarding the incorporation of a new drug; the source of the new drug; or the training of personnel who will implement the new procedure for the first time,” he wrote on Feb. 7. The Louisiana Department of Public safety and Corrections (DPsC) representative who appeared in court did not have a state-issued written procedure of how to administer the drug for the first time, Rubenstein said. “There is only one pharmaceutical company that makes pentobarbital that has been approved for use in this country, and that company has made the drug unavailable for departments of corrections to use in executions,” Rubenstein said. “For this reason, it is imperative that the Louisiana DOC be forthright … about where it got the pentobarbital it plans to use and whether it is an FDAapproved product.” The DPsC did not respond to requests for comment on the origin of the drug, though in a court filing, the department said it was acquired legally. since 1982, Texas has used pentobarbital as part of a three-drug cocktail, including pancuronium bromide, a muscle relaxant. with pancuronium bromide now in short supply, several other states — including Ohio, Arizona, idaho, washington and Georgia — have decided to switch to the singleinjection procedure. During a hearing on Feb. 7, Corrections Department attorney wade shows provided an affidavit stating that the pentobarbitol on hand at the Louisiana state Penitentiary at Angola was purchased from Lundbeck inc., a Danish-based international pharmaceutical company that was the FDA’s only source of approved pentobarbital. But according to defense lawyers, Lundbeck has opposed use of its pentobarbitol for lethal injection since July 2011. “Lundbeck adamantly opposes the distressing misuse of our product in capital punishment,” Lundbeck chief executive officer Ulf wiinberg said in a company news release. “since learning about the misuse we have vetted a broad range of remedies — many suggested during ongoing dialogue with external experts, government officials, and human rights advocates.” sepulvado’s lawyers argued that the company’s restrictions on use of the drug for executions make it likely that Louisiana’s supply is years old, or from out of the country, casting doubt on its efficacy. The state says the drug is legal. “DPsC procured it through lawful means and did not go out of country to get it,” lawyers for the state wrote in a court filing. “Finally, the fact that a manufacturer may have a problem with the state of Louisiana executing an individual for committing an especially heinous crime against a … defenseless child is com-

pletely irrelevant for the purpose of an eighth Amendment challenge.” Louisiana’s most recent execution, in 2010, was of Gerald Bordelon, 47, for the murder of Courtney LeBlanc. Bordelon was executed by use of the three-drug cocktail. At the age of 69, sepulvado would be the oldest inmate ever to be put to death by Louisiana, according to the Louisiana Coalition for Alternatives to the Death Penalty. Born in 1943, the seventh of eight children, sepulvado abused alcohol from the age of 12 and has a history of mental illness, according to a state supreme Court decision from 1996. Nonetheless, the decision said, “defendant is able to distinguish from right and wrong.” sepulvado, then 48, married the victim’s mother three days before the boy’s death. According to court files, the 6-yearold defecated in his pants and was then forced to sleep in soiled clothes and was denied food for two days. According to the 1996 decision: “At around 10:00 a.m. on sunday, [sepulvado] and the victim were in the bathroom, preparing to attend church services. [sepulvado] instructed the victim to wash out his soiled underwear in the toilet and then take a bath. when the victim hesitated to do so, [sepulvado] hit him over the head with the handle of a screwdriver several times with enough force to render him unconscious. Thereafter, the victim was immersed in the bathtub which was filled with scalding hot water.” The boy was taken to the hospital about three hours later, according to the court documents, where he was pronounced dead. The death was attributed to scald burns covering 60 percent of the victim’s body. “The scalding was so severe that the victim’s skin had been burned away. in addition to the burns, medical examination revealed that the victim had been severely beaten. The victim’s scalp had separated from his skull due to hemorrhaging and bruising,” the document continues. A Desoto Parish jury convicted sepulvado of murder and imposed the death penalty in April 1993. sepulvado’s lawyers have filed several appeals at the state and federal levels; all of them have been denied. “even with these severe injuries, defendant did not seek medical attention for the victim until three hours later, after the victim had gone into shock, began vomiting, and died from the burns,” the state supreme Court wrote in the 1996 decision. “Undoubtedly, considering the nature of the abuse visited upon this six-year-old child over the weekend preceding his death, the boy was the victim of pitiless torture and needless infliction of pain.” — This story is published in cooperation with The Lens, a nonprofit online newsroom based in New Orleans: www.thelensnola.org.

scuttlebutt Quotes of the week

“There is something entirely appropriate about holding the state of the Union address on the same day as Mardi Gras. One is a display of wretched excess, when giddy and rowdy participants give in to reckless and irresponsible behavior. The other is a street festival in New Orleans.” — Dana Milbank in The washington Post. “it’s rare these days to find a movie that can so completely and utterly captivate such a broad audience, and that was one of the things that struck me about this movie. it managed to be beautiful, joyful and devastatingly honest.” — First lady Michelle Obama, discussing the Louisiana-shot Beasts of the southern wild at a Feb. 13 White House panel featuring director Benh Zeitlin and star Quvenzhane Wallis, both of whom are nominated for Academy Awards — as is the film itself. Among those who gathered to talk about the movie were students from Batiste Cultural Arts Academy in the Garden District.

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wobbling through Fat tuesday mayor busTs a move and parTies unTil mardi Gras is over Perhaps no one was more visible on Mardi Gras than Mayor Mitch Landrieu, whose zest for the holiday was apparent.

He rode a dappled horse in the Krewe of Zulu parade on Fat Tuesday before going to Gallier Hall, where — in accordance with tradition — he toasted both Zulu and Rex from the viewing stands. Landrieu busted a not-so-traditional move in the stands later that day by donning a Batman mask, which he removed when he broke into a spirited version of the wobble, a contemporary line dance with some resemblance to the Hustle. The mayor — dressed all in black with a string of beads — shook it down to Atlanta rapper v.i.C.’s “wobble,” high-fiving a nearby child who doubled over in laughter. in the evening, Landrieu appeared in formal attire during a wYes-Tv telecast of the meeting of the courts of Rex and Comus, during which he revealed he had slipped up that morning by referring to “King Rex” — a redundancy — rather than “Rex, King of Carnival.” (Landrieu explained he grew up in Broadmoor, not among Uptown high society.) Finally, the mayor — back in black — rode a white steed down Bourbon street at midnight, following police and sheriffs who drove and walked down the street, symbolically ending Fat Tuesday for another year. — KeviN ALLMAN

share and share a bike epa and ciTy plan bikeshare proGam The U.s. environmental Protection Agency (ePA) will work with the city of New Orleans to explore a potential bikeshare program. Last week, the ePA announced it will host workshops and offer technical assistance to launch a local bikeshare through its Building Blocks for sustainable Communities program. New Orleans and several other cities, including Portland, Ore., were selected from more than 120 cities that applied for the program’s assistance in 2013. Bikeshare programs around the world provide city dwellers with affordable access to bicycles, primarily as a way to cut down on traffic and pollution and promote healthier lifestyles. Typically, bikes are locked in kiosks where they can be rented or provided free of charge. New York and Chicago recently announced bikeshare programs, with each city providing several thousand bicycles. The local transit advocacy group Bike easy, in conjunction with the super Bowl XLvii Host Committee and others, offered a temporary bikeshare program during super Bowl week that served more than 500 people. — ALeX wOODwARD

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Thumbs up for brees, down for duke and Jindal as presidenT Last week’s poll by North Carolinabased Public Policy Polling (PPP), showing 66 percent of Louisianans think Gov. Bobby Jindal should not run for president, made waves in state political circles (see Clancy DuBos’ column, p. 12), but some down-poll results were more amusing than enlightening. Respondents were near even on the edwin edwards question, with 44 percent reporting an unfavorable opinion of the ex-governor and 42 percent favorable; 15 percent said they were unsure. Meanwhile, Klansman and former state Rep. David Duke is still extremely unpopular, with a rating of 76 percent unfavorable to 9 percent favorable, though 15 percent of respondents said they weren’t sure how they feel about Duke. The Black and Gold nation might be surprised to find 41 percent of Louisianans have no opinion of NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell. The commissioner scored 42 percent unfavorable, 17 percent favorable. Meanwhile, New Orleans saints quarterback Drew Brees is the only person in the poll who is more liked than Duke is disliked, with respondents rating him 86 percent favorably, 4 percent unfavorably and 11 percent unsure. PPP surveyed 603 Louisiana voters by phone from Feb. 8-12. The margin of error for the sample, according to PPP, is plus or minus 4 percent — but did the group know the last day of their survey was Mardi Gras? Hmm. — CHARLes MALDONADO & KeviN ALLMAN

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ewcomers to the city may find it strange, but not too many years ago New Orleans measured the success of Carnival by a strange metric: the amount of trash picked up off city streets. In 2002, then-Mayor Marc Morial boasted that the city had set a new record by picking up 4,548,000 pounds of beads, cups, food wrappers, crawfish leavings and other Carnival refuse. The following year, in his first year in office as mayor, Ray Nagin announced that Mardi Gras would no longer be measured in tons of litter. “We’re just not going to continue to reinforce that trashing the city is a good thing,” Nagin said before asking, “That’s how we measure success?” We agreed with Nagin then and we still agree: Measuring Mardi Gras in terms of trash is not a good thing. No one would measure the success of a party in their home by the amount of garbage left in their backyard. There are better ways to measure Mardi Gras’ success. Here are a few: • Hotel occupancy. Measuring the number of visitors by hotel room rentals (“room nights” in the trade parlance) may strike some as a rough metric. It doesn’t factor in the number of people in each room, for instance, and it completely excludes friends and relatives taking up residence in spare bedrooms or on air mattresses in countless living rooms. Still, it’s a good measure of Carnival’s economic impact. As of last week, Kelly Schulz of the New Orleans Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) said the CVB was still culling occupancy numbers for 2013, but she told Gambit that Mardi Gras typically brings about a million people to town. • Krewe membership and ridership. In Orleans and Jefferson parishes, 39 major parades rolled this season. That doesn’t count Hera and Zeus, Jefferson Parish’s traditional Lundi Gras parades, which canceled their rolls due to weather concerns. In 2006, as the city was just beginning to recover from Hurricane Katrina and the federal levee failures, Mardi Gras guru Arthur Hardy told CNN there were only 28 parades. Perhaps the most remarkable growth in Carnival in the years since Katrina has been the explosion in the number and variety of walking krewes, whose D.I.Y. spirit exemplifies what Carnival is all about. Traditional groups like Pete Fountain’s Half-Fast Walking Club (back this year for its 53rd appearance) have been joined by wildly creative groups such as the krewes of Chewbacchus and ’tit Rex. And anyone in the French Quarter on Fat Tuesday couldn’t help but see

groups ranging from a few people to a few dozen people marching under banners old and new. • Overall economic impact. Trying to figure out just how much money Mardi Gras brings to the city is something economists can only estimate, but this year those rough totals are even more difficult to measure because Super Bowl XLVII was sandwiched between two weeks of Carnival fun. And, of course, personal economic impact is even more variable; a person who sells beer is more likely to see it than a person who sells antiques. Final economic impact estimates are forthcoming, but all the numbers in the world don’t outweigh personal experience for New Orleanians. • Beauty. One of the most important aspects of Carnival is also the most unquantifiable: its beauty. New Orleans puts on Mardi Gras for the sheer pleasure of doing so. That fact

New Orleans puts on Mardi Gras for the sheer pleasure of doing so. was in ample evidence this year, from the glittering parade displays (see Rex Duke’s™ assessment of this year’s parades, p. 27) to the breathtaking suits of the Mardi Gras Indians. Beauty mixed with wit abounded as usual in the Faubourg Marigny, which has become Costume Central for locals on Fat Tuesday. In fact, it’s tough to find revelers who are not in creative costumes between Franklin and Esplanade avenues. Beauty also can be found along suburban parade routes, where costumes and floats may not be as glittery, but Mardi Gras tradition lives on every time someone hands a child his or her first string of colorful beads. It’s all beautiful, and it’s all Mardi Gras. By whatever measure, we hope this year’s Mardi Gras was memorable. And now, with two weekends of Carnival and one extremely successful Super Bowl behind us, it’s time for New Orleans to take a little rest. Not for too long — spring is almost here, and that brings festival season. We never stop celebrating for long, and we thank goodness for that.

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teve Jobs, the co-founder of Apple, famously embodied the concept of the reality distortion field (RDF). Said to have its origins in Star Trek (where else?), Jobs had a knack for convincing himself and others to believe almost anything — and that almost anything was possible — thanks to the force of his ego, charm, persistence and bluster. The key to making RDF work was getting an audience to lose its sense of proportion, in effect to suspend disbelief. Jobs was hardly the first larger-thanlife guy to use reality distortion. Political leaders for eons have used their gifts to rally nations. When it works, they become legends. When it doesn’t, they are exposed as frauds. As I watch Gov. Bobby Jindal position himself to run for president, I wonder if he and his promoters are trying to use a reality distortion field to convince people

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When has Bobby Jindal ever risked alienating his political base? Answer: never. that he’s The Next Big Thing for the GOP. Don’t get me wrong, there’s a lot to like — and admire — about Jindal, whether you’re a conservative or not. He’s as disciplined and focused as any politician I’ve ever met. He has a great first-generation American story to tell, though he seems disinclined to “connect” with his Indian and/or Hindu heritage. But getting people to imagine a seemingly impossible task, and then demanding they accomplish it — the essence of the Jobsian RDF — is not quite the same as bullshitting people about your own attributes and expecting them to believe you’re Superman. In Jindal’s case, there are at least three reality distortion fields currently in play, all of which are relentlessly spun by Team Jindal and slavishly repeated by his sycophants in the media and in the political arena. It’s time for some reality checks. RDF No. 1: Jindal remains hugely popular in Louisiana. Reality Check: Jindal played it safe during his first term, earning him the well-deserved knock that he ranked among Louisiana’s most risk-averse governors (more on this below). When he started making some tough decisions, his popularity plummeted. A recent poll taken for the Louisiana State Medical Society showed only 46 percent of voters approving of his performance,

of shifting the burden to poorer taxpayers via higher sales taxes. For the record, I think eliminating the corporate income tax and franchise tax is an excellent idea, as is the governor’s proposal to simplify and streamline sales tax reporting. But they hardly require “boldness” in the sense of taking big risks. RDF No. 3: Jindal is a top tier contender for the GOP nomination in 2016. Reality Check: He’s not even in the middle tier. On Feb. 8, Clarus Research Group, a non-partisan polling outfit based in Washington, D.C., published survey results reflecting Republican voters’ preferences for a 2016 nominee. Only one potential candidate sits in the top tier right now — Florida Sen. Marco Rubio, with 22 percent. Five others comprised the middle tier — Wisconsin Rep. Paul Ryan at 15 percent; former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush at 13 percent; New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie at 13 percent; former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee at 11 percent, and Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul at 10 percent. The only field Jindal “led” was the small pack of also-rans. He got 4 percent to Rick Perry’s 3 percent and Susana Martinez’ 1 percent. Considering Jindal’s recent admonitions to the GOP, perhaps the party isn’t so “stupid” after all.

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he announcement came during Mardi Gras weekend, so it was given short shrift — but the New Orleans Saints did indeed hire Rob Ryan as their defensive coordinator. It’s an interesting hire, as no Ryan-led defenses have ever made the playoffs, but that’s probably because the offenses in Cleveland and Oakland, the two clubs where he was defensive coordinator, weren’t very good. “I did a lot of research on [Ryan] and spoke to almost everybody that I know that’s ever been with him and a ton of other people with different organizations,” Saints head coach Sean Payton said last week in an interview with Sirius/XM NFL Radio. “I know he’s passionate about the game. I know he’s very intelligent, and players love playing for him. He’s a very loyal guy. All the coaches I’ve spoken to that he’s worked with have all said he’s done a great job of putting together defenses and understanding strengths and weaknesses of his team.” So what kind of defense will the Saints have in 2013? That’s the big question — but we can take a look at the roster and perhaps get an idea of how Payton and Ryan will try to build up the team’s new 3-4 defense. Ryan has a few building blocks. Defensive end Cam Jordan led the Saints last season with eight sacks, and he played in a 3-4 defense in college. Akiem Hicks, a 6-foot-5 324-pound player, improved the more time he got on the field — and a man of his size could cause problems for quarterbacks. Linebacker Curtis Lofton led the team in tackles. Cornerbacks Patrick Robinson and Jabari Greer led in interceptions with three each (not a high number) and Robinson led the Black and Gold in pass defenses with 18. Both will benefit from any kind of a pass rush. The Saints could do worse. Defensive tackle Sedrick Ellis, defensive end Turk McBride, corner Elbert Mack and linebackers Scott Shanle, Jonathan Casillas and Ramon Humber are unrestricted free agents. Ellis, a former first-round draft pick, likely will want more money than either the Saints or Who Dats believe he is worth — in two seasons, he has totaled just 22 solo tackles and half a sack. When Casillas, 25, is healthy (staying that way is his biggest challenge), he’s athletic and physical. Restricted free agent defensive end Junior Galette is a fan favorite and could play outside linebacker in the new defense. Will big-money guys like defensive end Will Smith and linebacker Jonathan Vilma return? Smith is set to make $10.2 million with $14 million counting toward the cap. Vilma is scheduled to earn $4.8 million in

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t first glance, Gov. Bobby Jindal seems an unlikely politician to pen an op-ed piece advocating “The End of Birth-Control Politics.” Wasn’t it Jindal’s fellow conservatives who’d made access to contraception an election year issue in the first place? Didn’t congressional Republicans fight to keep employers from being mandated to cover prescription birth control at no cost to the patients? Didn’t commentator Rush Limbaugh famously label Georgetown University law student Sandra Fluke a slut and a prostitute, and frame her argument that her Jesuit university should cover contraception for students who wanted it as one in which Fluke expected the taxpayers to pay her to have sex? Weren’t conservatives the ones who’d opened this latest front in the culture wars, the people who’d made access to birth control for women suddenly seem tenuous?

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As an unapologetic pro-life Republican, I also believe that every adult (18 years old and over) who wants contraception should be able to purchase it. But anyone who has a religious objection to contraception should not be forced by government health The following is excerpted care edicts to purchase it for from Gov. Bobby Jindal’s Dec. 14, 2012 guest column in The others. And parents who believe, Wall Street Journal. as I do, that their teenage children To read the whole thing, shouldn’t be involved with sex at all go to: www.is.gd/jindalpill. do not deserve ridicule. Let’s ask the question: Why do women have to go see a doctor before they buy birth control? There are two answers. First, because big government says they should, even though requiring a doctor visit to get a drug that research shows is safe helps drive up health care costs. Second, because big pharmaceutical companies benefit from it. They know that prices would be driven down if the companies had to compete in the marketplace once their contraceptives were sold over the counter. believe we have been stupid to let the Democrats demagogue the contraceptives issue and pretend, during debates about health care insurance, that Republicans are somehow against birth control,” he wrote. “It’s a disingenuous argument to make.” Jindal’s beef is not with the idea of birth control, he wrote, but with “government health care edicts” that would force “anyone who has a religious objection to contraception” to purchase it for others. The simple solution, he continued, is to take birth control pills out of the insurance realm and make them available for direct purchase by women 18 and older, just as so-called morning-after pills already are. The governor’s right about one thing: People across the political spectrum advocate depoliticizing the issue — including Fluke herself, who said as much to a New Orleans audience last month. Fluke spoke at a packed January fundraiser for Planned Parenthood Gulf Coast New Orleans Health Center at the Roosevelt Hotel. But the devil, as always, is in the details. And Jindal’s specific proposal is in line with an influential neutral source, the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). A December committee opinion issued by ACOG, which Jindal cited, notes that unintended pregnancy is a significant public health challenge in the U.S. and argues that lack of access to prevention contributes to the problems. The ACOG committee acknowledged concerns over side effects from over-the-counter birth control pills, but argued that the likelihood is relatively low and that women can “self-screen for most contraindications” using checklists. The cost for patients purchasing birth control pills should be

addressed as part of any change, the opinion says. Despite the timing of the committee opinion, one of its co-authors said ACOG never intended to wade into the political debate. “This was just very coincidental,” says Dr. Kavita Nanda, a Durham, N.C., medical scientist. The recommendation was data-driven, she says, in the works for several years, and intended as just one step toward changing the many conditions that lead to unintended pregnancy — such as making it less likely that women will simply stop taking pills because they run out. It was based in part on the experience of women in countries where birth control pills are available without prescription, including places in Latin America. Women “haven’t seen all these risks or all these complications,” Nanda says. “They’re more likely to have complications if they get pregnant.” Yet the question remains: Could the sea change Jindal proposed actually happen in the United States? If Jindal had hoped his piece would start some sort of groundswell, he seems to have fallen short of his goal. Reaction from women’s health care advocates ranged from moderate enthusiasm to caution to outright skepticism — in part over Jindal’s commitment and motivation, and in part reflecting a genuine lack of consensus over the idea’s merits. Planned Parenthood President Cecile Richards welcomed Jindal’s support for increased access, but called him out on his party’s recent past. “We welcome Gov. Jindal’s thoughtful contributions to the conversation on women’s health,” she said in a statement. “Unfortunately, his

remarks stand in contrast to some of his colleagues in Congress who have tried repeatedly to eliminate the nation’s family planning program, which helps provide low-income women with access to affordable birth control.” Closer to home, Tamara Kreinin, a longtime New Orleans women’s health care activist who is now director of population and reproductive health for the Packard Foundation, struck a more suspicious tone. “I think the last election said to us that there’s an overreach. The cynical part of me says that’s what’s going on,” she says. Jindal’s proposal may offer a ray of hope for progress, but her experience leaves her with plenty of doubts. “I’ve watched the culture wars for a long time,” Kreinin says. “I’ve seen it inch forward, then go backwards.” As for the proposal itself, Kreinin worries such a change might wind up steering young women in the wrong direction. “You want them to have access to pills, which is a very good start,” she says. “You also want them to have access to condoms, to injectables, to IUDs, so they have a wide range of choices. You really have to make sure, one, they know what they’re doing, and two, that they’ve got a choice that works for their lifestyle.” Dr. Janifer Tropez-Martin, an OB/GYN at Tulane University School of Medicine, called Jindal’s position a “suave move” and agrees, “You do want to take the politics out of it.” But she worries that his recommended policy would “hinder the ability to get contraception even more” because it assumes PAGE 18

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If Jindal was really hoping to convert skeptics, it probably didn’t help that he couched his recommendation in overtly ideological terms — asserting, for example, that women go to the doctor before they buy birth control in part because “big government says they should.” In fact, the column can be read as one more attack on the Affordable Care Act he opposes so adamantly that he’s refusing to take federal money to significantly expand Medicaid (i.e., public health care) in Louisiana. Reaction from some of Jindal’s traditional allies has been even less enthusiastic. The Archdiocese of New Orleans said it couldn’t back the governor’s proposal “because, as the Catholic Church teaches, contraception is always wrong.” One well-known conservative commentator, Erick Erickson of redstate.com, who was a CNN contributor at the time, said Jindal was talking sense, but Jindal’s fellow Republican officials stayed conspicuously mum — perhaps in part because the Newtown, Conn. elementary school massacre, which happened hours after Jindal’s piece was posted, quickly diverted the political and media worlds’ attention. Perhaps more telling is that Jindal has said little on the subject since his initial splash. Through a spokesman, he declined to elaborate on his thought process or how he came to embrace the issue in the first place. And he didn’t bring it up in his January keynote address to the Republican National Committee, during which he laid out what he called a “big picture” view of how the party can reclaim relevance. Still, his office said recently that “nothing about his position has changed.” Then there are practical speed bumps, if not outright roadblocks, to any such change. While the government theoretically could start the ball rolling, Nanda said, the process to convert a prescription drug to over-the-counter status usually starts with an application from a pharmaceutical company, which then triggers a lengthy approval protocol. She said she knows of no such attempt in the pipeline. Meanwhile, opposition to the part of the health care law that prompted the whole debate remains vocal, even though the Obama administration recently issued revised regulations

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designed to provide free contraceptive coverage even for employees of religious organizations, including some religiously affiliated hospitals, universities and social service agencies. The insurers, not the institutions, would cover the costs. The move did little to calm hardcore critics, and it’s not expected to derail numerous legal challenges from both religiously affiliated organizations and some private employers. Questions about the matter are expected to reach the U.S. Supreme Court.

control failed to make it through the Louisiana Legislature. “It’s something I gave up on,” Brylski says. So Brylski was heartened to hear the proposal from “someone who’s considered to be a conservative, who’s considered pro-life,” because it suggests a potential return to the days when the women’s health care movement was more ideologically diverse. Brylski says she disagrees with Jindal on many issues, but found a lot to like in his appeal to personal freedom for patients and thinks there’s merit to his argument that market forces could keep patient costs down. While some see Jindal simply positioning himself for a national audience, Brylski says he rarely raises a subject without having a plan. “I don’t consider him someone who just shoots from the hip. This was a real risk-taking move for him,” she says. If he’s serious, she adds, “I’m ready to work with him on this in whatever manner he wants. I think it’s an exciting idea.” ©2013, Caesars License Company, LLC.

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he Foundation for Entertainment, Development and Education (FEDE) has announced nominees for theater performances in 2012, and winners will be announced at the 25th Annual Big Easy Theater Awards from 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. Monday, March 25, at Harrah’s New Orleans. Special honors to be presented at the event include a Lifetime Achievement Award for Luis Q. Barroso, an actor, director, producer and educator whose stage credits stretch back to 1967. He has worked on more than 100 productions, including children’s theater projects, puppetry, community theater and opera. Theater Person of the Year is Aimee Hayes, the artistic director at Southern Rep, who last year starred as Blanche in A Streetcar Named Desire, orchestrated production of the five-hour experimental theater piece The Lily’s Revenge (and directed part of the play) and directed Wolves. She also helped Southern Rep present a season of programming after the company lost its longtime Canal Place home. The New Orleans Museum of Art will receive the Business Recognition Award for its efforts to bring theater productions to the public. Tari Hohn, nominated for Best Actress in a Drama, will serve as Honorary Theater Chairperson. Mike Harkins will receive special recognition for his extensive work in sound design. Proceeds from this event benefit the FEDE, which awards grants to support arts education and development. The awards show will feature performances by some nominees and is sponsored by Gambit, Harrah’s New Orleans, Adler’s Jewelry, Abita Beer, Ketel One and Crown Royal. Tickets, which include a dinner buffet and open bar, are $100 before March 8, after which they are $125 general admission or $150 VIP. Tables of 10 are available. For more information or reservations, call Jon Broder at (504) 483-3129.

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Best Actor in a Comedy nominee John Grimsley in A Behanding in Spokane. PHOTO BY JOHN BARROIS

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Kathlyn Carson (left) is nominated for Best Actress in a Comedy for her portrayal of Rosalind in the NOLA Project’s As You Like It. PHOTO BY CAITLYN MCCABE

Elizabeth Argus is a Best Actress in a Musical nominee for her portrayal of Norma Desmond in Summer Lyric’s Sunset Boulevard.

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Best Director of a Musical A.J. Allegra, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Harms Way Theatre B. Michael Howard, Sunset Boulevard, Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University Brandt Blocker, Hairspray, JPAS Butch Caire, The Light in the Piazza, JPAS

Best Director of a Comedy Ashley Ricord Santos, A Behanding in Spokane, NOLA Project Emilie Whelan, Lysistrata, Cripple Creek Theatre Co. Marieke Gabourie, Shirley Valentine, Southern Rep Ricky Graham, The Divine Sister, Theatre 13/Magna Puella Best Musical Director C. Leonard Raybon, Sunset Boulevard, Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University Dennis Assaf, The Light in the Piazza, JPAS Natalie True, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Harms Way Theatre Tom Hook, Jump, Jive & Wail, The Stage Door Canteen at the National World War II Museum

Best Supporting Actor in a Musical Bob Edes Jr., Sunset Boulevard, Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University Brian Peterson, Xanadu, JPAS Keith Claverie, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Harms Way Theatre Richard Arnold, The Light in the Piazza, JPAS

Best Supporting Actress in a Drama Ashley Ricord Santos, A Streetcar Named Desire, Southern Rep Becca Chapman, The Gingham Dog, The Elm Theatre Emilie Whelan, Balm in Gilead, NOLA Project/Cripple Creek Theatre Co. Tracey Collins, A Streetcar Named Desire, Southern Rep Michael P. Sullivan is nominated for Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy for his dual cross-dressing roles in The Divine Sister. PHOTO BY ANTHONY BEAN

Skin Horse Theater member Brian Fabry Dorsam is nominated for Best Actor in a Comedy for his role as Algernon in The Importance of Being Earnest. PHOTO BY ROSS BELL

Best Actress in a Musical Elizabeth Argus, Sunset Boulevard, Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University Julie Tolivar, Anything Goes, Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University Michelle Dowdy, Hairspray, JPAS Nancy Ross, The Light in the Piazza, JPAS Best Actor in a Musical Evan Spigelman, The Lily’s Revenge, Southern Rep John “Spud” McConnell, Hairspray, JPAS Kasey Marino, Sunset Boulevard, Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University Lucas Harms, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Harms Way Theatre

Ricky Graham, who has won multiple Big Easy awards in previous years, is nominated once again for Best Actor in a Comedy for his work in the one (wo)man show Shirley Valentine. PHOTO BY JOHN BARROIS

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Best Director of a Drama Beau Bratcher, The Gingham Dog, The Elm Theatre Janet Shea, The Diary of Anne Frank, NOCCA Stage Company Jason Kirkpatrick, A Streetcar Named Desire, Southern Rep Mark Routhier, Balm in Gilead, NOLA Project/Cripple Creek Theatre Co.

Best Supporting Actress in a Musical Ariel Assaf, The Light in the Piazza, JPAS Leslie Limberg, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Harms Way Theatre Pandora Gastelum, Sweeney Todd, The AllWays Lounge Tammy Mansfield, Legally Blonde, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts

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Luis Q. Barroso is this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award winner.

Emilie Whelan and Ian Hoch are nominated for Best Supporting Actress and Supporting Actor in a Drama, respectively, for Balm in Gilead. PHOTO BY JOHN BARROIS

Aimee Hayes is the Theater Person of the Year and also is nominated for Best Actress in a Drama for her portrayal of Blanche DuBois in Streetcar Named Desire. PHOTO BY JACKSON BEALS

Best Supporting Actor in a Drama Doug Barden, Tiny Alice, Silk Dress Productions Ian Hoch, Balm in Gilead, NOLA Project/Cripple Creek Theatre Co. Mike Harkins, A Streetcar Named Desire, Southern Rep Will Williams, Seven Guitars, Anthony Bean Theater

Best Actor in a Drama Garrett Prejean, The Gingham Dog, The Elm Theatre James Yeargain, Balm in Gilead, NOLA Project/Cripple Creek Theatre Co. Michael Aaron Santos, A Streetcar Named Desire, Southern Rep Richard Mayer, Red Light Winter, Broken Glass Productions Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Angela Papale, Becky Shaw, Jonathan Mares Productions Kate Kuen, As You Like It, NOLA Project/NOMA Kelly Fouchi, Boeing Boeing, Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts Natalie Boyd, A Behanding in Spokane, NOLA Project Best Supporting Actor in a Comedy A.J. Allegra, A Behanding in Spokane, NOLA Project Bob Edes Jr., Titanic/The Actor’s Nightmare, Promethean Theatre Co.

Best Actress in a Comedy Caitlin Clifford, Becky Shaw, Jonathan Mares Productions Kathlyn Carson, As You Like It, NOLA Project/NOMA Kerry Cahill, Lysistrata, Cripple Creek Theatre Co. Natalie Boyd, She Remembers, NOLA Project

Moments That Shape Us, Stylist B. Kiss Kiss Julie, ArtSpot Productions For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Is Enuf, Anthony Bean Community Theater Best Choreography Diane Lala, Anything Goes, Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University Jeffery Gunshol, The Lily’s Revenge, Southern Rep Karen Hebert, Hairspray, JPAS Tara Brewer, Xanadu, JPAS

Best Actor in a Comedy Brian Fabry Dorsam, The Importance of Being Earnest, Skin Horse Theater Jeffery Roberson aka Varla Jean Merman, The Divine Sister, Theatre 13/Magna Puella John Grimsley, A Behanding in Spokane, NOLA Project Ricky Graham, Shirley Valentine, Southern Rep

Best Set Design Bill Walker, A Streetcar Named Desire, Southern Rep Kevin Griffith, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Harms Way Theatre Rick Paul, Sunset Boulevard, Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University Stephen Thurber, Balm in Gilead, NOLA Project/Cripple Creek Theatre Co.

Best Original Work of Theater Instant Misunderstanding, Goat in the Road Productions Jump, Jive & Wail, The Stage Door Canteen at the National WWII Museum Kiss Kiss Julie, ArtSpot Productions Urban Education Smackdown, Irish Channel Productions/Mike Harkins

Best Lighting Design Daniel Zimmer, A Streetcar Named Desire, Southern Rep Diane K. Baas, The Light in the Piazza, JPAS Hannah Adams, Kiss Kiss Julie, ArtSpot Productions Sue Gonczy, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Harms Way Theatre

Best University Production Blithe Spirit, Loyola University Hay Fever, Tulane University Holy Ghost, University of New Orleans Two Trains Running, Dillard University Best Ensemble Standing on Ceremony: The Gay Marriage Plays, Break the Mold Productions

Best Costume Design Adam Alonso, Xanadu, JPAS Alicia Zenobia, Shanghai, The AllWays Lounge Cecile Casey Covert, A Streetcar Named Desire, Southern Rep Charlotte Lang, Sunset Boulevard, Summer Lyric Theatre at Tulane University

Evan Spigelman, who won Best Actor in a Musical last year, is nominated in the same category this year for his role as Lily in The Lily’s Revenge. PHOTO BY RIDE HAMILTON

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Silver linings Rex Duke™, the world’s first and foremost parade critic, reviews 2013 Carnival Parades

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ail, loyal subjects! There was a time when Mardi Gras was referred to as, “The greatest free show on earth.” Perhaps that’s not the best title, but indeed, the show must go on and Carnival krewes did an outstanding job adjusting to schedule changes in an otherwise super season, and they braved the elements to shine in bright lights and brilliant color for parade watchers. It was an interesting year as we witnessed the debut of new signature floats, big anniversaries were feted and clever and highly coveted throws were dispensed. We owe a debt of gratitude to the krewe members who generously present us with such spectacle. So without further ado, here are my reviews of 2013 Carnival parades.

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Rex In “All Creatures Great and Small,” Rex presented a wide array of real and mythical creatures in brilliant color, sometimes with moving props. There was everything from a giant mosquito and brilliantly colored sea slug to a ferocious tiger, a surreal Jabberwock and a creepy Cyclops. Paper ornamentation like flowers and snowflakes animated the designs, and sculpted props were expertly proportioned and detailed. And in a bit of fashion sense, costumes matched the floats wonderfully. The organization also introduced individual float throws for the first time in its parade, which it previewed on its Facebook page. All in all, it was a magnificently orchestrated parade. Cups offered even more details about floats, and wrap bracelets were popular. Adding to the procession’s worldliness was Switzerland’s Guggenmusik Kamikaze band, offering its distinct marching beats. Local standouts included marching bands from Warren Easton and De La Salle high schools.

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included a puffer fish and corral on a “Curacao” float and a giant turtle on the “Galapagos” float. But drawing one of the stronger responses from the crowd was former New Orleans Saint Steve Gleason joined by current Saints players. Celebrity monarch G.W. Bailey (from several Police Academy movies) has served as a director of the Sunshine Kids Foundation, which helps children suffering from cancer, and the procession included a float carrying a host of children involved with Sunshine locally. Standout marching bands included St. Augustine’s Marching 100 and McDonogh 35 College Preparatory High School. Throws that matched the theme included leis, pirate sabers and plush bananas, which were relevant to both the Kong family floats and the “Congo” float.

Caesar

Caesar’s “Walk in the Park” featured a crowd-pleasing constellation of theme parks, from Dollywood to Hollywood Studios and Marvel Superhero Island to Carousel Gardens in City Park. Guests included Mickey Mouse, Big Bird and Elmo on appropriate floats. Floats looked sharp, especially those with neon lighting. Costumes were also well done, particularly the roller coaster incorporated into the Captain’s headpiece. Hats and

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costumes matched individual floats in most cases. There were 11 marching bands in the procession, and standouts included Archbishop Rummel, Northshore and Ponchatoula high schools. Generous riders tossed plush animals, many light-up items and doubloons.

Hermes

Hermes went for Baroque with “The Theatrical Baroque,” a parade full of exquisite floats depicting great works of art and architecture. Impressive floats featured a brilliant sculpture for Milton’s Paradise Lost, a Florentine dragon, and a view from St. Peter’s at the Vatican. There were pretty sculptures on floats celebrating Verdi’s opera Nabucco and Vivialdi’s Primavera. The new floats went well with the krewe’s signature floats, such as the “The Court of the Great Mogul.” A fitting throw was the light-up chalice, and there also were headbands and light-up throwing discs.

Muses

Inspiration is often close at hand, and Muses found a cornucopia of satirical ideas at the supermarket. “Making Groceries” featured floats matching common grocery items to satirical targets. Mayor Mitch Landrieu appeared as Mr. Clean, and “The Bakery” offered a

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The Krewe of Tucks’ King Kabir Kalsi waves to crowds from his throne.

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hemp-based approach to sweet treats. In its market, Famous (Jim) Amoss is a variety of baloney sold in the “Canned Goods” section. A “Checked Out” aisle paid final respects to New Orleanians including “Uncle” Lionel Batiste. Throws included many plush fruits and vegetables, including the trinity of onion, bell pepper and celery. Reusable shopping bags were also well tied into the theme. Musical highlights included George Washington Carver High School’s band playing “Moves Like Jagger,” and there also were good performances by bands from Eleanor McMain Secondary School and St. Augustine and O. Perry Walker high schools. The krewe unveiled a new version of the signature Sirens float.

The Krewe of Argus parades in Metairie. PHOTO BY CHERYL GERBER

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Proteus

Though many krewes have turned to themes from the ancient world, Proteus is one of the few krewes that could pull off a stunning parade celebrating the roots of New Orleans Carnival. Using its old wagon wheel floats underscored the history and tradition. Officially, the theme of “Hidden Carnival” saluted krewes that have not or no longer parade — the krewes of Comus and Momus among them. But the ball-only Carnival clubs like the Atlanteans, Athenians, Cowbellion de Rakin and original Phunny Phorty Phellows were also represented, each listed with the year of its founding and many coming up on the century mark. The props, images, dangling flowers and baubles that detailed the floats were magnificent and highly varied. There was a brilliant orange mask and goblet for Comus, a forest for the Elves of Oberon and the water-dwelling Titan Nereus resembling a small Poseidon. The floats’ beauty made Rex Duke recall the days of parades before throws became so popular. But coveted throws included blue krewe pillows featuring Poseidon, plush tridents and seahorse beads. For bands, the procession included the wonderful Guggenmusik Kamikaze band from Switzerland as well as the Roots of Music Marching Crusaders and the 9th Ward Marching Band.

Thoth

Thoth’s “Salutes the Kings” unleashed the krewe’s library of puns and wordplay around a kingly theme, which celebrated king cakes, King Kong, a double-truck of the King of Pop and King of Jazz and, of course, The King, who got his own two-float ride celebrating all things Memphis. The 610 Stompers, Gris Gris Strut and Pussyfooters (dancing to Zapp’s “More Bounce to the Ounce”) supplemented excellent marching band performances from Chalmette High School and Lafayette Academy. Generous throws included the popular and useful lanyard koozie, as well as signature beads and footballs.

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“The Dictator’s Reading Room” was anything but quiet, and the Krewe was quick to embellish a float (“Yertle the Turtle”) lampooning Entergy’s service record to include a dig at the Super Bowl blackout. Other sharp jabs included casting Gov.Bobby Jindal as Scrooge accounting for his political fortunes in “A Christmas Carol,” and the now published three-times a week Times-Picayune in “Gone with the Wind.” The Dancing Bounty Hunters squad paid off with fans. The krewe added a new signature float, “The Candy Wagon,” modeled on the Roman Candy cart that’s been a fixture on city streets for years. Prized throws included High Priest scepters, light-up items such as rings, gargoyles and

bananas, and the krewe bulletin for those interested in more reading material.

Endymion

The super krewe of Endymion believes in overdoing it, and this year’s juggernaut aimed high. The theme of “Ancient Mysteries” was depicted with wonderful props like animals on the “Noah’s Ark” float, the colorful Quetzalcoatl, the glimmering mermaid on the “Old Man River” float and Stonehenge. Not every float featured something entirely ancient or mysterious, such as “Voodoo.” The largest if not newest addition to Carnival was the krewe’s new signature multiple-car float celebrating Pontchartrain Beach. It is decorated with eye-catching props like a Ferris wheel. Unfortunately, the float was so long it got stuck several blocks into the route and had to be separated into two floats for some of the remainder of the route, causing delays. But the parade included more than 20 marching bands, and riders threw everything from light-up scepters and glow sticks to plush clown heads, plush footballs, throwing discs and more. Grand marshal Kelly Clarkson was popular with parade watchers. It was clearly a grand spectacle.

Mid-City

“It’s About Time,” said Mid-City, which took its own advice and beefed up its collection of Valentine’s Day-related throws and colors as Feb. 14 approached. The signature foil floats were in full, eyecatching effect, and mash-up titles like “Once Upon a Time and Time Warp” and “A Timely Fashion and Sands of Time” matched riders in themed regalia. Jesuit’s Jazz Band rocked from its own float, and St. Augustine High School’s Marching 100 delivered big. The krewe’s big hit was its quantity and quality of throws, from signature Zapp’s potato chips to plush clocks and krewe cups, all thrown generously despite the brief parade.

Orpheus

Revisiting past themes on a major anniversary is not uncommon, but Orpheus’ celebration of its 20th

parade was quite a sight. There was a deep roster of celebrity riders, including founder Harry Connick Jr., Gary Sinise, Nick Cannon, Mariska Hargitay, Trombone Shorty and the Imagination Movers, endless flambeaux carriers, numerous marching groups (Sirens, Pussyfooters, 610 Stompers, Muff-ALottas, Rolling Elvi and others), high school, college and the Tipitina’s Foundation marching bands. Big, bright flowers festooned the floats and wonderful props included Shiva under a canopied flower on the “Crescendos of Creation” float and the donkey on the “Nonsense and Tomfoolery” float. Even the backs of floats had good props, especially the Day of the Dead skeletons on the back of the “Signs of Superstition” float.

Zulu

Zulu’s 2013 theme “One World, One Love” was stretched in a couple of directions. For love, some references seemed to look past Fat Tuesday to St. Valentine’s Day (there was a “Zulu Amore” float). And the rest of the floats seemed to fit the notion of “everything under the sun” more than “One World.” The potpourri stretched to include a float for Edgar Allan Poe’s The Raven and “American Gothic.” The royal floats, royal costumes and the elected offices (Province Prince, Big Shot, etc.) were truly stunning, however. The Baby Dolls looked good in bloomers and parasols. Guest riders included Louisiana natives and recent Super Bowl champions Jacoby Jones and Ed Reed as well as Warren Sapp. The riders were extremely generous, with everything from coconuts (some bearing new logo stickers or graphics) to plush bears, foam footballs, tambourines, an array of medallion beads, black and yellow fringed parasols and more. Impressive musical performances came from St. Augustine’s Matching 100, Sophie B. Wright, McKinley High School from Baton Rouge and Shaw High School from Cleveland, Ohio.

Alla

On an altered route entirely in Jefferson Parish, Alla soared with a theme dedicated to birds. Some of the real and mystical birds depicted included a very pretty

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fiery orange Phoenix, a griffin, an American eagle and a “Wise Old Owl.” Alla also typically works its theme onto the feathered collars worn by the maids, and the women had brilliant collars featuring bees, butterflies, a peacock and other winged creatures. Another strength of this parade is its great number of marching bands. Among the 17 were a U.S. Marine Corps band in front, St. Augustine’s Marching 100 and bands from O. Perry Walker, Archbishop Shaw, Brother Martin, John Ehret, West Jefferson and L.B. Landry High School, among others. Popular and heavy throws included long beads, footballs and throwing discs. If there’s any drawback to the procession, it’s that the title float comes halfway through the parade, and there are as many royalty floats as theme floats.

Babylon Babylon’s “Land of Dreams” featured many fanciful places and many were in some way related to sleep — literally or as a turn of phrase, such as the Rip Van Winkle float, “The Wizard of Oz,” “Snow White” and the “Legend of Sleepy Hollow.” Many riders wore wigs and bright if not elaborate costumes. The musical highlights included the U.S. Marine Corps band playing “Didn’t He Ramble.” Popular throws included long beads, cups and light-up toys.

Carrollton The Krewe of Carrollton let the good times roll with a parade full of local favorites. While the theme is not exceptionally original, the krewe made it work by matching costumes to floats, such as

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Chaos

The Knights of Chaos often dive into local and national political topics in its satirical parades. “Chaos Goes Overboard” lampooned many captains’ leadership, including Mayor Mitch Landrieu as Cap’n (Budget) Crunch and Gov. Bobby Jindal serving Tea Party tea. The “U.S.S. Constitution” featured U.S. Supreme Court Justices in their respective ideological lifeboats as Chief Justice John Roberts steered the ship toward Obamacare. And of course, “Mutiny on the Bounty” featured pirate Roger Goodell. While the theme was clever, not every sailor was in shipshape, and wobbly ones probably shouldn’t have been stationed on the title float. Paradegoers fortunate enough to catch lightup swords enjoyed them. The procession included the young but enthusiastic Tipitina’s Foundation marching band.

Druids

The ever-secretive Druids unearthed a witty theme about phobias. While some invoked common fears, such as those of snakes and spiders, more entertaining ones included “Westbankphobia” and “Winephobia.” And there was an amusing nod to last year’s sticker fiasco involving Le Krewe d’Etat and Muses. Instead of surreptitiously applied stickers, Druids mounted a prop of a pink high-heeled shoe spiked into a skull. Among the standout marching bands in the procession were those of Sophie B. Wright and John Curtis high schools. The krewe follows tradition and riders stay masked.

Nyx

For its sophomore effort, the Krewe of Nyx braved inclement weather and presented a night at the movies that wasn’t too heavy on chick flicks, but many featured women in the title. Popular floats included “The Devil Wears Prada,” “Pretty Woman,” “Scent of a Woman” and “Crazy, Stupid, Love.” The women of the krewe costumed in blonde wigs and masks and some added devil horns. The marching bands from St. Augustine and Ursuline impressed the crowds. Popular throws included glass beads and handdecorated purses. The Cherry Bombs and 610 Stompers also joined the procession.

Pygmalion

Pygmalion debuted a new signature float, the Jester float. But the trick that made this parade more than the sum of its parts was the krewe’s ability to get the most out of what it had. The front of the procession featured the bands of St. Augustine, George Wash-

ington Carver and O. Perry Walker in quick succession, with Warren Easton not far behind. With them all playing hard, it created the impression that the parade was packed with powerhouse bands — though the total was nine marching bands in the whole parade. Similarly, the theme of celebrating the holidays was not uncommon in Carnival this year, but Pygmalion chose floats judiciously, and the floats featured good props and paint jobs to effectively present the theme, with highlights including “St. Valentine’s Day,” “Christmas” and “Chinese New Year.” The krewe also worked the theme into the sparkling collars worn by the maids, with colors and sequined images matching several of the holidays on floats.

Tucks

Tucks enjoys its toilet humor and enticed the crowds to join it with hand-decorated toilet brush throws. But all the regular throws, including krewe toilet paper, were generously distributed as well. The theme of “Uncovering History” was a little loose. The “Spanish Fly” float was amusing. The “Louisiana Purchase” float had some funny jabs, but riders matched colonial wigs and T-shirts, which is half a costume. There also was a float called “Around the World” that seemed to be a reference to the Louisiana World Exposition, but it wasn’t clear. Matching the krewe’s irreverent spirit was the Laissez Boys, a group that rides motorized La-Z Boy recliners. But the “Funky Tucks” float kept spirits high and fans seem to appreciate the krewe’s randy, low-brow approach.

Argus

“Argus Memories” included the floats “Love is in the Air” and “Greatest Show on Earth” and a few floats hitting patriotic notes. Cast members from Beasts of the Southern Wild, including Oscar-nominated Quvenzhane Wallis and co-star Dwight Henry, rode as special guests. West Jefferson High School’s marching band stood out among the bands. Riders threw generously to crowds that braved inclement weather.

Choctaw

Parading on the Uptown route for the first time, this senior West Bank group attempted to show the “Avenues of America,” though some props seemed like wrong turns — crowds instead glimpsed Batman, Darth Vader and Mother Goose on floats. But colorfully costumed float riders and ornate Indian headdresses on riders on horseback spilled color onto the streets. Signature wooden nickels and plush tomahawks were favorites among the crowd, and Edna Karr and Marrerro’s L.H. Middle School marching bands were a hit.

Cleopatra

The Krewe of Cleopatra made its debut on the Uptown route and celebrated its 40th anniversary. The procession included an impressive number of bands (14), nearly matching the total of

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The St. Mary’s Academy band marches in the Krewe of Oshun parade.

the zebra costumes on the “Audubon Zoo” float and the chefs’ outfits on the float depicting a seafood boil. Other attractive floats included “Off to the Races” and “A Trip to the Aquarium.” There was a good number of bands and impressive performances were turned in by McDonogh 35 High School and St. Paul’s School of Covington. The 610 Stompers were a crowd pleaser as well.

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floats and keeping the music coming. Some of the standout high school marching bands came from St. Augustine, John McDonogh, Edna Karr and John Ehret. The krewe’s pretty royal floats feature Egyptian sights, including temples and boats on the Nile. The floats recalling past year’s themes were more hit and miss. “Dreams of Conquest” featured a Drew Brees prop, which worked well, but a few of the floats stretched the titles, such as “Let Me Entertain You.” It was decorated with a globe, airplane and Eiffel Tower and seemed to be about travel.

Excalibur The krewe of Excalibur never forgets the Ladies of Avalon, even though it works the word “knight” into most of its themes. This year, “Knightengales: The Good, the Bad and the Lovely,” was all about the women. The battle between the good girls and the bad girls featured Mother Teresa, Oprah Winfrey, pirate Grace O’Malley, Cruella de Vil and Vampira. Krewe royalty always wear spectacular feather and sequin collars, and the maids’ collars identified them as women in the parade theme. Delilah’s collar featured two columns. Overall, the theme worked well, and the krewe’s signature floats are well-done. With just five marching bands, the procession could use a few more, but the high schools of Bonnabel, Riverdale, Donaldsonville and Cohen College Prep turned in worthy performances. Riders were generous with beads and throws.

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Iris

The Krewe of Iris celebrated Louisiana festivals and floats inlcuded “Jazz Fest,” “French Quarter Festival,” “Oktoberfest,” “Happy Mardi Gras,” “Bonfire Festival,” “Strawberry Festival” and “Crawfish Festival.” Costumes were pretty if simple and masks often reflected the colors of the float. Popular throws include plush fleur de lis scepters.

Morpheus The Krewe of Morpheus presented “Friday Night at the Movies” and featured films included classics and recent hits. Some of the more attractive floats depicted Star Wars, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, Miracle on 34th Street and Breakfast at Tiffany’s. There were more than 15 bands and standout marching bands included O. Perry Walker. The Navy’s Full Steam Brass Band also was popular with the crowd. Coveted throws included long beads and plush items.

The Krewe of Hermes’ title float rolls down St. Charles Avenue. PHOTO BY CHERYL GERBER

N.O.M.T.O.C. The N.O.M.T.O.C. parade has a good neighborhood feel, with the krewe maintaining its longtime route in Algiers and many people in the crowd calling to friends and family on floats. The krewe envisioned a much wider world in “Of Imagination and Dreams” and impressive floats included a bright orange bird on “The Phoenix,” a float with Apollo riding a chariot and a frightening-looking bird on “The Giant Roc.” Bands included the Madison High School “Soul Rockets from the South” from Tallulah, as well as Edna Karr Magnet and Shaw High School from Cleveland, Ohio. Popular throws included large stuffed animals, Jug Man dolls, medallion beads and krewe logo canteens.

Okeanos Last year, this krewe explored local institutions of yesteryear — but for 2013, it rounded up exotic locales like Monte Carlo casinos, the Imperial Gardens in Kyoto, Japan, and Egypt’s Valley of the Kings. Riders’ costumes complemented the float themes in colorful

and fun ways — pharaohs for Egypt, chefs for Tuscany and Mounties for Canada. A percussion-heavy Skullz ’N’ Bonez band added a unique twist to the parade, and crowds were thrilled with a generous bounty of throws like doubloons and plush toys.

Pontchartrain This family-friendly day parade kicked off the first weekend of Uptown processions with its typical fill-in-the-blank guessing game theme. The krewe asked “What Are You Afraid Of?” and showed off cockroaches and sunburns and even “going to confession,” taxes and “getting the king cake baby.” Kids loved throws like plush toys and long beads, and the multi-colored krewe cups were popular. The Marine Corps Band opened the procession, and Miller-McCoy Academy performed a massive marching band rendition of Alicia Keys’ “Girl on Fire.” All parades receiving a score of three crowns or higher are included above. For more reviews, visit www.bestofneworleans.com.

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Cafe Freret owner and executive chef Carl Guidroz serves muffulettas packed with housemade olive salad. PhoTo BY CherYl GerBer

… and fresh steamed vegetables and roasted potatoes for $13.99,” Guidroz says. There are red beans and rice on Mondays and tacos on Tuesdays. While more than half of the customers come from neighboring colleges, the restaurant also caters to dog owners by serving fresh water and treats to canine companions. “ever since Katrina, (when a neighboring dog bakery closed) … we started doing our own dog treats — veterinarian approved,” Guidroz says. “We’ve got four to six different ones, and it’s really to fill that niche.” While dog treats might seem out of place at a neighborhood eatery, Guidroz counts the ability to make unconventional moves among the perks of being a business owner. he enjoys the independence and creative flexibility of running his own restaurant. “I can’t work for someone else,” he says. “Why give them the good ideas and take the credit? At least this way if it’s a good idea it’s mine, if it’s a bad idea it’s mine.”

SHopping NEWS Victoria henley, a recent America’s Next Top Model contestant, teaches a modeling workshop at 1:30 p.m. Feb. 23 at EIFFEl SoCIETy (2040 St. Charles Ave., 504525-2951; www.eiffelsociety.com). The $199 workshop package includes a photo shoot by Jason Kruppa, hair by Niki Walker Salon and styling by Alicia Zenobia. Packages start at $99. Tickets are available at www.samanthawingo.com. Contact Victoria henley at (229) 416-7108 or lynnboathen@ yahoo.com for more information. NEW oRlEaNS FaSHIoN WEEk and STylEIzm (www.styleizm.com) host “A Glimpse into Glamour,” a fundraiser for the A.P. Tureaud Sr. legacy from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, March 1 at VICToRy (339 Baronne St., 504-522-8664; www. victorycocktails.com). There will be mini-

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oused in a former gas station, Cafe Freret’s (7329 Freret St., 504-861-7890; www. cafefreret.com) sizable outdoor seating area, free Wi-Fi and cheery staff make for a comfortable hangout spot. “It’s a very chill place. You go there and kind of laugh with the people there; the servers are always laughing,” says Valencia Macklin, one of the restaurant’s regulars. The cafe’s expansive, eclectic menu focuses on local favorites. The muffuletta is a popular item, packed with house-made olive salad, mortadella, Genoa salami and provolone. Macklin recommends a steak bomb or a burger. The Bomb sandwiches are owner and executive chef Carl Guidroz’s take on a po-boy, served with chicken breast or shaved steak. The meat is topped with melted Swiss cheese, sauteed onions, bell peppers and mushrooms on toasted French bread with Creole mayonnaise. The kitchen also accommodates catering needs with mini-muffulettas, cheese plates, bite-sized po-boys, crawfish etouffee and seafood jambalaya and other dishes. The restaurant’s biggest draw is the weekend brunch, complete with mimosas and Bloody Marys. “It’s a full brunch: eight different eggs Benedict, the whole nine yards,” Guidroz says. There also are steak nights on Wednesdays — “We do a filet

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Saints Kicker THOMAS “The Leg” MORSTEAD SATURDAY MARCH 23, 2013 • 11AM-4PM Thomas will be cutting his hair for “Wigs for Kids” and THEN Aidan Gill from Aidan Gill for Men will be shaving Thomas’ head for St. Baldrick’s. Go to www.stbaldricks.org and sign up to become a shavee or make a donation.

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putting everything on the table

Perusing Peru An unassuming Kenner restaurant promises exciting flavors. by Ian McNulty

Street food is a hot topic around New orleans these days, though its history goes far back and its forms are much more diverse than the gourmet food trucks now getting so much attention. that’s why organizers of the national Vendy Awards street food competition are asking the public to nominate vendors for their inaugural event in New orleans next month. “We want it to be this democratic opportunity,” says Helena Tubis, managing director of the Vendy Awards with the New york-based Street Vendor Project (www.streetvendor.org). “We want to curate a group of vendors who represent the street vendor culture of the cities where we do these.” the New orleans edition of the Vendy Awards is March 13 at the French Market (1008 N. Peters St., 504-522-2621; www.frenchmarket.org). It joins a group of similar events now held in New york, Philadelphia and los Angeles. Chicago also will host its first Vendy Awards this page 34

WinE oF the week by breNDA MAItlAND Email Brenda Maitland at winediva1@earthlink.net

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Leslie Rivas and Yoselin Castellanas serve Peruvian dishes at Las Carnitas. Photo by Cheryl Gerber

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2721 roosevelt blvd., Kenner, 504-469-1028

not accepted

ceviche, arroz tapado, tallarin verde, tamales

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breakfast and lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner Sun.-thu.

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check, please how much inexpensive

an unassuming outpost for a fascinating multicultural cuisine

Xiloca is produced by bodegas Vinae Mureri in the Aragon’s Zaragoza province in northeastern Spain. the Jiloca Valley, where this wine’s 100 percent garnacha grapes were sourced, is designated Vino de la tierra, one notch below the higher quality Denominacion de origen rating. these low-yield vineyards feature vines that average 80 years old and thrive on slopes climbing to 4,000 feet. In the cellar, the wine touches no oak. It exhibits fresh aromas of strawberry, black cherry and a delightful minerality. on the palate, taste both red and black berries, plum, a touch of spice and nice acidity on the balanced finish. Decant 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor. Drink it with tacos, braised spare ribs, herb-roasted chicken, burgers and barbecue. Buy it at: Keife & Co. and Acquistapace’s Covington Supermarket. Drink it at: besh Steak, baru bistro & tapas and Mick’s Irish Pub.

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or years, trend watchers have predicted Peruvian cooking will explode across the American food scene, and this vividly polyethnic cuisine has been getting more play around the country lately. the place to try it locally is las Carnitas, although initially nothing about this tiny restaurant located in a Kenner strip mall portends the next big thing. even its name is a holdover from the previous restaurant at this space. you won’t find carnitas, a type of chopped roasted pork, at this las Carnitas. Instead, what I found at one meal after the next was persuasive illumination of why Peruvian cuisine should inspire excitement. It’s in the distinctive but accessible blend of Asian, european and native Quechua influences and the energy of a cuisine that embraces both the ancient and the contemporary on its plates. half of the menu covers honduran and Nicaraguan dishes. these are fine, but what makes las Carnitas worth a visit are Peruvian standards like causa rellena, a sculpted cylinder of whipped, golden potatoes striped with a seam of chicken salad and avocado; or lomo saltado, a Chinese/ Spanish stir fry with steak, red peppers and a dark, salty gravy wetting down a pile of fries. blasts of citrus coat big hunks of raw fish for a masterpiece ceviche that is generous, intense, beautiful and garnished with roasted, oversized kernels of corn. Another staple is papa a la Huancaina, which seems to be a deconstructed potato salad with burly potato logs and boiled eggs draped with creamy, thick, slightly peppery sauce. order the tallarin verde and you get a thin, square, greasy steak resting over the main event — a tangle of spaghetti with thick, robustly garlicky pesto and roasted potatoes. Peru’s native tuber is always close at hand here, but rice is common too. Chaufa is a direct relation to standard Chinesestyle fried rice, though here you can spice it up with some incendiary salsas. For arroz tapado, rice is molded in a tight dome around a chili-like mix of beef and onions, and soft-boiled peanuts and streaks of hot salsa are embedded in chicken tamales the size of burritos. traced with aioli here, sprinkled with chopped herbs there and arranged just so on the plate, these dishes follow the contemporary Peruvian flair for presentation, even if they don’t seem to fit with the modest setting. Nothing at las Carnitas is more than $10, not even the whole fried fish. beware the unusual hours (no dinner Friday, closed Saturday) and understand that unless you’re fluent in Spanish you may have trouble communicating with the nonetheless welcoming waitresses. No matter how you request it though, don’t miss the chicha morada, an off-the-menu beverage made from purple corn, cinnamon and clove that looks and tastes like nonalcoholic sangria. las Carnitas doesn’t serve any alcohol, and it doesn’t permit diners to bring any from the outside. but exploring flavors like this has a kick all its own.

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interview year. Between eight and 12 vendors will be selected to serve their signature items at the New Orleans event. A panel of judges will name a winner, and attendees can vote for a People’s Choice Award. The criteria for nominees is wide open and can include food truck operators, vendors on the second-line or festival circuit or farmers market vendors who sell prepared foods. “Really, it’s anyone who sells food outside of a brick-and-mortar location,” Tubis says. “New Orleans has had people selling food on the streets forever. The history of it ... will be fun to explore.” Tickets range from $36 (food and beer included) to $6 for basic admission (pay as you go for food and drinks). Admission is free for kids under 6 years old. Find tickets and a form to nominate vendors at www.vendysnola.eventbrite.com. The Street Vendor Project is a nonprofit that conducts advocacy work and organizes for street vendors. Proceeds from Vendy Awards events support its work. The New Orleans edition also will serve as a fundraiser for the New Orleans Food Truck Coalition and Slow Food New Orleans.

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Wayfare deli opens

A storefront where people used to drop by to hit the speed bag is now a place to get a sandwich or go a few rounds at the bar with small plates and drinks. Wayfare (4510 Freret St., 504309-0069) is a new addition to Freret Street’s restaurant row. It’s in the building that housed the Freret Street Boxing Gym, which relocated to Central City. The father-and-son team of Ray and Vincent Arnona opened this combination casual restaurant/deli, citing Cochon Butcher (930 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-588-7675; www.cochonbutcher.com) as their inspiration, and they work a lot of Italian flavors into the menu. Both the bar and the spacious dining room are finished with recycled lumber and found objects. The menu includes sandwiches, salads, small plates and a small selection of jarred pickles and sauces to go. There’s a Reuben, a BLT made with fried green tomato and a rendition of a Cuban sandwich. The porchetta sandwich is made with fatty pork belly and salsa verde on a toasted hoagie roll, and there’s an Italian sausage sandwich with fried egg on ciabatta. Sweet potato hot sauce spikes a number of these items. Vietnamese fish sauce goes into shrimp salad with pickled vegetables, and the Wayfare salad combines house-made mozzarella, blood orange and tomato. Look for arancini (rice fritters), bruschetta, duck sliders and meat and cheese boards under “bar fare” and sides like oyster dressing, faro with quinoa and greens and peperonata, a Sicilian salad of peppers, onions and garlic. Wayfare serves lunch and dinner daily.

CHRIS “SHAGGY” DAVIS OWNER OF SHAGGY’S BOIL INC.

hris “Shaggy” Davis hails from Chicago, but for more than 20 years he has made his living from traditional Louisiana outdoor cooking. His company Shaggy’s Boil Inc. (504-259-0828; www.nolacrawfishking.com) caters crawfish and crab boils and cochon de lait-style pig roasts. His list of regular clients includes many local and nationally touring musicians, and each June he ends crawfish season by catering a backstage boil for musicians and crew at the Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival in Tennessee.

How did a Chicago native like you get into this line of work? Davis: I was following the (Grateful) Dead back in 1991 and literally just broke down in New Orleans. I ended up getting an apartment and I got into seafood. I’d have a boil every weekend, just 15 people and a keg of beer. It was just these hippie kids and then all the neighbors would come over. We ended up doing boils on 17 consecutive weekends and eventually someone would ask if I could do one at their place for a little money. That’s how it started, and now I’m doing boils pretty much constantly through June. Last year I did 35,000 pounds of crawfish. Do you have to tailor your boils for out-of-town clients? D: Sometimes people will email and ask for a crawfish broil. They don’t understand it’s a boil. Or people from areas where they steam crabs, they’ll hear we boil them and think that’s the stupidest thing. I love steamed crabs when I’m up on the East Coast, but boiling is better. It’s just juicier. So you have to explain these things. My own backyard boil? It’s spicy as hell. I want to feel it. Get some Chinese red pepper up there. But with a client, you can’t necessarily do that. Is there a connection between crawfish and partying? D: These days I’m sober — two years, four months — but every single job I pull up to the first question is always, “Hey man, do you want a beer?” Crawfish and cold beer just go together. When I used to do boils for bars, the whole thing was the guys at the bar would say, “Make them as hot as you can so people drink more beer.” — IAN MCNULTY

Albasha opens in Metairie

The Baton Rouge-based chain Albasha Greek & Lebanese Restaurant (3501 Severn Ave., Metairie, 504-304-8440; www.albashabr.com) has opened a location near Lakeside Shopping Center. Albasha now has eight locations, with most in the Baton Rouge area. Its inexpensive menu is noted for large portions and attractive presentations of standards such as gyro, shawarma and falafel, along with a few Greek dishes. There’s mousaka (made either with eggplant or squash) and a lamb shank plate, and platters include salads with creamy feta cheese dressing. The Albasha menu also has more seafood than most local Middle Eastern restaurants, with shrimp scampi, broiled redfish and shrimp kebabs served with hummus and rice pilaf. Meza platters for two or three people provide large samplings of menu highlights. Albasha serves lunch and dinner daily. The Metairie location is BYOB.

Special lunch for a special school

A diverse collection of well-known local chefs hosts the Chefs’ Charity for Children, a luncheon and fundraiser for St. Michael Special School for developmentally disabled children. There are cooking demonstrations by the 12 participating chefs, including Emeril Lagasse, John Besh, Leah Chase and a veteran of one of the area’s lost restaurants — Goffredo Fraccaro of Metairie’s La Riviera, which did not reopen after Hurricane Katrina. The event is 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Hilton Riverside Hotel (2 Poydras St., 504-561-0500). Tickets cost $65 and include the banquet lunch and a cookbook with 35 recipes from the featured chefs. To order tickets, call (504) 524-7285. This year marks the 36th anniversary of the Chefs’ Charity for Children, which originally was conceived by the late New Orleans culinary icon Warren LeRuth and the late journalist Phil Johnson of WWLTV. Since 1978, the event has raised more than $1 million for St. Michael Special School.

FIVE in FIVE SPOTS FOR FRESH WRAPS

Cafe Zizzi 1401 Airline Drive, Metairie, (504) 304-4888 Grilled shrimp and orzo come wrapped in a tortilla or in fresh lettuce cups.

City Greens 909 Poydras St., Suite 125, (504) 533-0004 www.eatcitygreens.com Tucked inside a skyscraper lobby, this is a CBD find for salads and wraps.

Fresh Bar NOLA 6101 Magazine St., (504) 309-9513 www.freshbarnola.com Quinoa, tofu and edamame are on the salad bar and fill wraps as well.

That’s a Wrap 4121 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 885-0009 Try brined turkey in a wrap and beets with remoulade on the side.

Vintage Garden Kitchen 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 215, (504) 620-2495 www.vintagegardenkitchen.org New in the CBD, this nonprofit uses a lot of produce it farms locally.

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AMERICAN Indulge Island grIll — 845 Carondalet St., (504) 609-2240; www.indulgeislandgrill.com — This Caribbean- and pirate-themed restaurant offers everything from seafood and salads to burgers, sandwiches and ribs. Pirate’s Kiss seafood pasta combines sauteed shrimp, crawfish and catfish in lemonvodka cream over linguine and is topped with pepper bacon. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

sOMeTHIn’ else CaFe — 620 Conti St., 373-6439; www.somethingelsecafe.com — Combining Cajun flavors and comfort food, Somthin’ Else offers noshing items including shrimp baskets, boudin balls and alligator corn dogs. There are burgers, po-boys and sandwiches filled with everything from cochon de lait to a trio of melted cheeses on buttered thick toast. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Thu.Sat. Credit cards. $$ Treasure Island BuFFeT — 5050 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 443-8000; www. treasurechestcasino.com — The all-you-can-eat buffet includes New Orleans favorites including seafood, salad and dishes from a variety of national cuisines. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

BAR & GRILL BaYOu Beer garden — 326 N. Jefferson Davis Pwky., (504) 302-9357 — Head to Bayou Beer Garden for a 10-oz. Bayou burger served on a sesame bun. Disco fries are french fries topped with cheese and debris gravy. No reservations. Lunch and dinner, late-night Fri.-

dOWn THe HaTCH — 1921 Sophie Wright Place, (504) 5220909; www.downthehatchnola. com — The Texan burger features an Angus beef patty topped with grilled onions, smoked bacon, cheddar and a fried egg. The house-made veggie burger combines 15 vegetables and is served with sun-dried tomato pesto. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $ rendOn Inn’s dugOuT sPOrTs Bar — 4501 Eve St., (504) 826-5605; www. therendoninn.com — The Boudreaux burger combines lean ground beef, hot sausage and applewood-smoked bacon on a ciabatta bun with cheese, onions and remoulade. Fresh cut fries are served with Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of truffle oil. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $ THe rIVersHaCK TaVern — 3449 River Road, (504) 834-4938; www.therivershacktavern.com — This bar and music spot offers a menu of burgers, sandwiches overflowing with deli meats and changing lunch specials. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ sHaMrOCK Bar & grIll — 4133 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 301-0938 — Shamrock serves an Angus rib-eye steak with a side item, burgers, shrimp or roast beef po-boys, grilled chicken, spinach and artichoke dip and more. No reservations. Dinner and late night daily. Credit cards. $

BARBECUE BOO KOO BBQ — 3701 Banks St., (504) 202-4741; www. bookoobbq.com — The Boo Koo burger is a ground brisket patty topped with pepper Jack cheese, boudin and sweet chile aioli. The Cajun banh mi fills a Vietnamese roll with hogshead cheese, smoked pulled pork, boudin, fresh jalapeno, cilantro, cucumber, carrot, pickled radish and sriracha sweet chile aioli. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Cash only. $ HICKOrY PrIMe BBQ — 6001 France Road, (757) 2778507; www.hickoryprimebbq. com — Proprietors Billy Rhodes and Karen Martin have won several barbecue competitions. They serve Texas-style brisket, smoked chicken, ribs and more. The pulled pork platter features pork cooked for 12 hours over hickory and white oak and it comes with two sides. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ sauCY’s — 4200 Magazine St., (504) 301-2755; www.

saucysnola.com — Saucy’s serves slow-smoked St. Louisstyle pork ribs, pulled pork, brisket, smoked sausage and grilled chicken. The cochon blue is a sandwich of pulled pork, blue cheese and melted mozzerella on a bun. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

BURGERS CHeeseBurger eddIe’s — 4517 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 455-5511; www. mredsno.com — This eatery serves a variety of specialty burgers, Mr. Ed’s fried chicken, sandwiches, po-boys, salads, tacos, wings and shakes. Besides patty melts and chili-cheeseburgers, there also are seafood burgers featuring tuna, salmon or crabmeat. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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CaFe nOMa — New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, (504) 482-1264; www.cafenoma. com — The cafe serves roasted Gulf shrimp and vegetable salad dressed with Parmesan-white balsamic vinaigrette. Other options include chipotle-marinated

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anTOIne’s anneX — 513 Royal St., (504) 525-8045; www.antoines.com — The Annex is a coffee shop serving pastries, sandwiches, soups, salads and gelato. The Caprese panino combines fresh mozzarella, pesto, tomatoes and balsamic vinaigrette. The ham and honeyDijon panino is topped with feta and watercress. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

CaFe FrereT — 7329 Freret St., (504) 861-7890; www. cafefreret.com — The cafe serves breakfast itemes like the Freret Egg Sandwich with scrambled eggs, cheese and bacon or sausage served on toasted white or wheat bread or an English muffin.Signature sandwiches include the Chef’s Voodoo Burger, muffuletta and Cuban po-boy. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Fri.-Wed., dinner Mon.-Wed., Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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Breads On OaK — 8640 Oak St., Suite A, (504) 3248271; www.breadsonoak.com — The bakery offers a range of breads, muffins, pastries and sweets. Pain au chocolat is a buttery, flakey croissant filled with dark chocolate, and a vegan version also is available. The breads include traditional, hand-shaped Parisian-style baguettes. No reservations. Breakfast Thu.-Sun., lunch Thu.Sat. Credit cards. $

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LAKEVIEW BREW COFFEE CAFE — 5606 Canal Blvd., (504) 483-7001 — This casual cafe offers gourmet coffees and a wide range of pastries and desserts baked in house, plus a menu of specialty sandwiches and salads. Breakfast is available all day on weekends. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

ANTOINE’S RESTAURANT — 713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines.com — The city’s oldest restaurant offers a glimpse of what 19th century French Creole dining might have been like, with a labyrinthine series of dining rooms. Signature dishes include oysters Rockefeller, crawfish Cardinal and baked Alaska. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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FIVE HAPPINESS — 3511 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 482-3935 — The large menu at Five Happiness offers a range of dishes from wonton soup to sizzling seafood combinations served on a hot plate to sizzling Go-Ba to lo mein dishes. Delivery and banquest facilities available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ JUNG’S GOLDEN DRAGON — 3009 Magazine St., (504) 891-8280; www.jungsgoldendragon2.com — Jung’s offers a mix of Chinese, Thai and Korean cuisine. Chinese specialties include Mandarin, Szechuan and Hunan dishes. Grand Marnier shrimp are lightly battered and served with Grand Marnier sauce, broccoli and pecans. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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MONTREL’S BISTRO — 1000 N. Peters St., (504) 524-4747 — This casual restaurant serves Creole favorites. The menu includes crawfish etouffee, boiled crawfish, red beans and rice and bread pudding for dessert. Outdoor seating is adjacent to Dutch Alley and the French Market. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ REDEMPTION — 3835 Iberville St., (504) 309-3570; www. redemption-nola.com — Chef Greg Piccolo’s menu includes dishes such as the crispy avocado cup filled with Louisiana crawfish remoulade. Roasted duck breast is served with red onion and yam hash, andouille, sauteed spinach and grilled Kadota fig jus. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

PINKBERRY — 300 Canal St.; 5601 Magazine St., (504) 899-4260; www.pinkberry.com — Pinkberry offers frozen yogurt with an array of wet and dry topping choices including caramel, honey, fruit purees, various chocolates and nuts and more. There also are fresh fruit parfaits and green tea smoothies. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

SAINTS & SINNERS — 627 Bourbon St., (504) 528-9307; www.saintsandsinnersnola. com — Styled to reflect era of Storyville, the restaurant serves Creole and Cajun dishes, raw oysters, seafood, steaks, poboys, burgers and more. The Politician’s Special features a trio of jambalaya, crawfish pie and a cup of gumbo. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$$

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STEAMBOAT NATCHEZ — Toulouse Street Wharf, (504) 569-1401; www.steamboatnatchez.com — The Natchez serves Creole cuisine while cruising the Mississippi River. At dinner, the Paddlewheel porkloin is blackened pork served with Creole mustard sauce or Caribbean butter spiked with Steen’s cane syrup. Bread pudding is topped with candied pecans and bourbon sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

BAYONA — 430 Dauphine St., (504) 525-4455; www.bayona. com — House favorites on Chef Susan Spicer’s menu include sauteed Pacific salmon with choucroute and Gewurztraminer sauce and the appetizer of grilled shrimp with black-bean cake and coriander sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ OAK — 8118 Oak St., (504) 302-1485; www.oaknola.com — This wine bar offers small plates and live musical entertainment. Gulf shrimp fill tacos assembled in house-made corn tortillas with pickled vegetables, avocado and lime crema. The hanger steak bruschetta is topped with Point Reyes blue cheese and smoked red onion marmalade. No reservations. Dinner and late-night Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ ONE RESTAURANT & LOUNGE — 8132 Hampson St., (504) 301-9061; www.one-sl. com — Chef Scott Snodgrass prepares refined dishes like char-grilled oysters topped with Roquefort cheese and a red wine vinaigrette, seared scallops with roasted garlic and shiitake polenta cakes and a memorable cochon

specializes in sandwiches, including corned beef and pastrami that come straight from the Bronx. No reservations. Lunch Sun.-Thu., dinner Mon.-Thu. Credit cards. $ MARDI GRAS ZONE — 2706 Royal St., (504) 947-8787; www.mardigraszone.com — The 24-hour grocery store has a deli and wood-burning pizza oven. The deli serves po-boys, salads and hot entrees such as stuffed peppers, beef stroganoff and vegetable lasagna. Vegan pizzas also are available. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $ MARTIN WINE CELLAR — 714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie , (504) 896-7350; www.martinwine.com — The wine emporium offers gourmet sandwiches and deli items. The Reuben combines corned beef, melted Swiss, sauerkraut and Russian dressing on rye bread. The Sena salad features chicken, golden raisins, blue cheese, toasted pecans and pepper jelly vinaigrette over field greens. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Fri., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ QUARTER MASTER DELI — 1100 Bourbon St., (504) 529-1416; www.quartermasterdeli.com — Slow-cooked pork ribs are coated in house barbecue sauce and served with two sides. Slow-roasted beef is sliced thin, doused in gravy and served on 10-inch French loaves. No reservations. 24 hours daily. Cash only. $

FRENCH FLAMING TORCH — 737 Octavia St., (504) 895-0900; www.flamingtorchnola.com — The menu includes pan-seared Maine diver scallops with chimichurri sauce and smoked bacon and corn hash. Coffeeand coriander-spiced rack of lamb is oven roasted and served with buerre rouge and chevre mashed potatoes. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ MARTINIQUE BISTRO — 5908 Magazine St., (504) 8918495; www.martiniquebistro. com — This French bistro has both a cozy dining room and a pretty courtyard. Try dishes such as Steen’s-cured duck breast with satsuma and ginger demi-glace and stone-ground goat cheese grits. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

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JIMS — 3000 Royal St., (504) 304-8224 — The Reuben is fill seeded rye bread with corned beef, pastrami, provolone and Swiss cheeses, German sauerkraut and Thousand Island dressing. The Bywater cheese steak sandwich combines marinated steak, grilled onions, green pepper and Havarti cheese on a rustic roll. No reservations. Breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $

BREAUX MART — 315 E. Judge Perez, Chalmette, (504) 262-0750; 605 Lapalco Blvd., Gretna, 433-0333; 2904 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 885-5565; 9647 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, (504) 737-8146; www.breauxmart. com — Breaux Mart prides itself on its “Deli to Geaux” as well as weekday specials. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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NIRVANA INDIAN CUISINE — 4308 Magazine St., (504) 8949797 — Serving mostly northern Indian cuisine, the restaurant’s extensive menu ranges from chicken to vegetable dishes. Reservations accepted for five or more. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$ TAJ MAHAL INDIAN CUISINE — 923-C Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-6859 — The traditional menu features lamb, chicken and seafood served in a variety of ways, including curries and tandoori. Vegetarian options are available. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

ITALIAN ANDREA’S RESTAURANT — 3100 N. 19th St., Metairie, (504) 834-8583; www.andreasrestaurant.com — Chef/owner Andrea Apuzzo’s specialties include speckled trout royale which is topped with lump crabmeat and lemon-cream sauce. Capelli D’Andrea combines house-made angel hair pasta and smoked salmon in light cream sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

MAXIMO’S ITALIAN GRILL — 1117 Decatur St., (504) 586-8883; www.maximosgrill. com — Sit at the bar overlooking the open grill and watch chefs prepare dishes like the fish of the day pan-sauteed in habaneroinfused olive oil and served with seasonal vegetables. Osso buco is a braised veal shank served with garlic, thyme and white wine demi-glace, herb-roasted Parmesan potatoes and grilled asparagus. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, lunch Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ MOSCA’S — 4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, (504) 4368950; www.moscasrestaurant. com — This family-style eatery has changed little since opening in 1946. Popular dishes include shrimp Mosca, chicken a la grande and baked oysters Mosca, made with breadcrumps and Italian seasonings. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$$ RED GRAVY — 125 Camp St., (504) 561-8844; www.redgravycafe.com — The cafe serves breakfast items including pancakes, waffles and pastries. At lunch, try handmade meatballs, lasagna and other Italian special-

VINCENT’S ITALIAN CUISINE — 4411 Chastant St., Metairie, (504) 885-2984; 7839 St. Charles Ave., (504) 866-9313; www.vincentsitaliancuisine.com — Try house specialties like vealand spinach-stuffed canneloni. Bracialoni is baked veal stuffed with artichoke hearts, bacon, garlic and Parmesan cheese and topped with red sauce. Reservations accepted. Chastant Street: lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. St. Charles Avenue: lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

JAPANESE CHIbA — 8312 Oak St., (504) 826-9119; www.chiba-nola.com — Chiba puts creative local touches on Japanese cuisine. The satsuma strawberry roll bundles scallop, yellowtail, strawberry, mango, jalapeno, wasabi tobiko and tempura flakes and is topped with spicy sauce and satsuma ponzu. Pork belly steamed buns are served with Japanese slaw and pickled onions. Reservations recommended. Lunch Thu.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Fri.Sat. Credit cards. $$$ KAKKOII JAPANESE bISTREAUX — 7537 Maple St., (504) 570-6440; www.kakkoii-nola.com — Kakkoii offers traditional sushi, sashimi and Japanese cuisine as well as dishes with modern and local twists. Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ KYOTO — 4920 Prytania St., (504) 891-3644 — Kyoto’s sushi chefs prepare rolls, sashimi and salads. “Box” sushi is a favorite, with more than 25 rolls. Reservations recommended for parties of six or more. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ MIKIMOTO — 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 488-1881; www.mikimotosushi.com — Sushi choices include new and old favorites, both raw and cooked. The South Carrollton roll includes tuna tataki, avocado and snow crab. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Delivery available. Credit cards. $$ MIYAKO JAPANESE SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE — 1403 St. Charles Ave., (504) 410-9997; www.japanesebistro. com — Miyako offers a full range of Japanese cuisine, with specialties from the sushi or hibachi menus, chicken, beef or seafood teriyaki, and tempura. Reservations accepted. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ ORIGAMI — 5130 Freret St., (504) 899-6532 — Nabeyaki udon is a soup brimming with thick noodles, chicken and vegetables. The long list of special rolls includes the Big Easy, which combines tuna, salmon, white fish, snow crab, asparagus and crunchy bits in soy paper with eel sauce on top. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ ROCK-N-SAKE — 823 Fulton St., (504) 581-7253; www. rocknsake.com — Rock-n-Sake serves traditional Japanese cuisine with some creative twists.

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LOUISIANA CONTEMPORARY HERITAGE GRILL — 111 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 150, Metairie, (504) 934-4900; www.heritagegrillmetairie.com — This power lunch spot offers dishes like duck and wild mushroom spring rolls with mirin-soy dipping sauce and pan-fried crab cakes with corn maque choux and sugar snap peas. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$ MANNING’S — 519 Fulton St., (504) 593-8118; www. harrahsneworleans.com — Named for former New Orleans Saints quarterback Archie Manning, this restaurant’s game plan sticks to Louisiana flavors. A cast iron skillet-fried filet is served with two-potato hash, fried onions and Southern Comfort pan sauce. The fish and chips feature black drum crusted in Zapp’s Crawtator crumbs served with Crystal beurre blanc. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ RALPH’S ON THE PARK — 900 City Park Ave., (504) 488-1000; www.ralphsonthepark.com — Popular dishes include turtle soup finished with sherry, grilled lamb spare ribs and barbecue Gulf shrimp. Tuna two ways includes tuna tartare, seared pepper tuna, avocado and wasabi cream. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ RESTAURANT R’EVOLUTION — 777 Bienville St., (504) 553-2277; www.revolutionnola. com — Chefs John Folse and Rick Tramanto present a creative take on Creole dishes as well as offering caviar tastings, housemade salumi, pasta dishes and more. “Death by Gumbo” is an andouille- and oysterstuffed quail with a roux-based gumbo poured on top tableside. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ TOMAS bISTRO — 755 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 5270942 — Tomas serves dishes like semi-boneless Louisiana quail stuffed with applewood-smoked bacon dirty popcorn rice, Swiss chard and Madeira sauce. The duck cassoulet combines duck confit and Creole Country andouille in a white bean casserole. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ TOMMY’S WINE bAR — 752 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 525-4790 — Tommy’s Wine Bar

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CAFE GIOVANNI — 117 Decatur St., (504) 529-2154; www. cafegiovanni.com — Chef Duke LoCicero serves inventive Italian cuisine and Italian accented contemporary Louisiana cooking. Shrimp Dukie features Louisiana shrimp and a duck breast marinated in Cajun spices served with tasso-mushroom sauce. Belli Baci is the restaurant’s cocktail lounge. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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MEDITERRANEAN/ MIDDLE EASTERN BABYLON CAFE  — 7724 Maple St., (504) 314-0010; www. babyloncafe.biz —The Babylon platter includes stuffed grape leaves, hummus, kibbeh, rice and one choice of meat: lamb, chicken or beef kebabs, chicken or beef shawarma, gyro or kufta. Chicken shawarma salad is a salad topped with olives, feta and chicken breast cooked on a rotisserie. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ PYRAMIDS CAFE — 3151 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602 — Diners will find authentic, healthy and fresh Mediterranean cuisine featuring such favorites as sharwarma prepared on a rotisserie. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MEXICAN & SOUTHWESTERN JUAN’S FLYING BURRITO  — 2018 Magazine St., (504) 569-0000; 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-9950; www. juansflyingburrito.com — Mardi Gras Indian tacos are stuffed with roasted corn, pinto beans, grilled summer squash, Jack cheese and spicy slaw. Red chile chicken and goat cheese quesadilla features grilled Creole chicken breast, salsa fresca, chile-lime adobo sauce, and Jack, cheddar and goat cheeses pressed in a flour tortilla. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $  LUCY’S RETIRED SURFERS’  BAR & RESTAURANT — 701 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 5238995; www.lucysretiredsurders. com — This surf shack serves California-Mexican cuisine and the bar has a menu of tropical cocktails. Todo Santos fish tacos feature grilled or fried mahi mahi in corn or flour tortillas topped with shredded cabbage and shrimp sauce, and are served with rice and beans. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late night Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ SANTA FE — 3201 Esplanade Ave., (504) 948-0077 — This casual cafe serves creative takes on Southwestern cuisine. Bolinos de Bacalau are Portuguesestyle fish cakes made with dried, salted codfish, mashed potatoes, cilantro, lemon juice, green onions and egg and served with smoked paprika aioli. Outdoor seating is available. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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PIZZA DON FORTUNATO’S PIZZERIA — 3517 20th St., Metairie, (504) 302-2674 — The Sicilian pizza is topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto, roasted red peppers and kalamata olives. The chicken portobello calzone is filled with grilled chicken breast, tomato sauce, mozzarella, ricotta, portobello mushrooms and sun-dried tomato mayo. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $  MARKS TWAIN’S PIZZA  LANDING — 2035 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-8032; www.marktwainspizza.com — Disembark at Mark Twain’s for salads, po-boys and pies like the Italian pizza with salami, tomato, artichoke, sausage and basil. No reservations. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ NEW YORK PIZZA — 4418 Magazine St., (504) 891-2376; www.newyorkpizzanola.com — Choose from pizza by the slice or whole pie, calzones, pasta, sandwiches, salads and more. The Big Apple pie is loaded with pepperoni, Canadian bacon, onions, mushrooms, black olives, green peppers, Italian sausage and minced garlic and anchovies and jalapenos are optional. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ THEO’S NEIGHBORHOOD  PIZZA — 4218 Magazine St., (504) 894-8554; 4024 Canal St., (504) 302-1133; www. theospizza.com — There is a wide variety of specialty pies or build your own from the selection of more than two-dozen toppings. Also serving salads and sandwiches. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ WIT’S INN — 141 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1600 — This Mid-City bar and restaurant features pizzas, calzones, toasted subs, salads and appetizers for snacking. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

SANDWICHES & PO-BOYS DRESS IT — 535 Gravier St., (504) 571-7561 — Get gourmet burgers and sandwiches dressed to order. Original topping choices include everything from sprouts to black bean and corn salsa to peanut butter. For dessert, try a chocolate chip cookie served with ice cream and chocolate sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ JUGHEAD’S CHEESESTEAKS — 801 Poland Ave., (504) 304-5411; www.jugheadsneworleans.com — Jughead’s specializes in cheese steaks on toasted Dong Phuong bread.

OUT to EAT The regular cheese steak features thin-sliced rib-eye, sauteed mushrooms, onions, peppers and garlic and melted provolone and mozzarella. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch, dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $ KILLER POBOYS — 811 Conti St., (504) 252-6745; www. killerpoboys.com — At the back of Erin Rose, Killer Poboys offers a short and constantly changing menu of po-boys. The Dark and Stormy features pork shoulder slowly braised with ginger and Old New Orleans Spiced Rum and is dressed with house-made garlic mayo and lime cabbage. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Sun. Cash only. $ MAGAZINE PO-BOY SHOP — 2368 Magazine St., (504) 522-3107 — Choose from a long list of po-boys filled with everything from fried seafood to corned beef to hot sausage to veal. There are breakfast burritos in the morning and daily lunch specials. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ MAHONY’S PO-BOY SHOP — 3454 Magazine St., (504) 899-3374; www.mahonyspoboys.com — Mahoney’s serves traditional favorites and original po-boys like the Peacemaker, which is filled with fried oysters, bacon and cheddar cheese. There are daily lunch specials as well. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

SLICE — 1513 St. Charles Ave., 525-7437; 5538 Magazine St., (504) 897-4800; www.slicepizzeria.com — Slice is known for pizza on thin crusts made from 100 percent wheat flour. Other options include the barbecue shrimp po-boy made with Abita Amber and the shrimp Portofino, a pasta dish with white garlic cream sauce, shrimp and broccoli. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ THE STORE — 814 Gravier St., (504) 322-2446; www.thestoreneworleans.com — The Store serves sandwiches, salads and hot plates, and there is a taco bar where patrons can choose their own toppings. Red beans and rice comes with grilled andouille and a corn bread muffin. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

SEAFOOD ACME OYSTER HOUSE — 724 Iberville St., (504) 522-5973; 1202 N. Hwy. 190, Covington, (985) 246-6155; 3000 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 309-4056; www. acmeoyster.com — The original Acme Oyster House in the French Quarter has served raw oysters for more than a century. The full menu includes chargrilled oysters, many cooked seafood dishes and New Orleans staples. The Peace Maker po-boy combines fried shrimp

GALLEY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT — 2535 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-0955 — Galley serves Creole and Italian dishes. Blackened redfish is served with shrimp and lump crabmeat sauce, vegetables and new potatoes. Galley’s popular soft-shell crab po-boy is the same one served at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$ GRAND ISLE — 575 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 5208530; www.grandislerestaurant. com — The Isle sampler, available as a half or full dozen, is a combination of three varieties of stuffed oysters: tasso, Havarti and jalapeno; house-made bacon, white cheddar and carmelized onions; and olive oil, lemon zest and garlic. The baked Gulf fish is topped with compound chili butter and served with local seasonal vegetables and herbroasted potatoes. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ MR. ED’S SEAFOOD & ITALIAN RESTAURANT. — 910 West Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 463-3030; 1001 Live Oak St., Metairie, (504) 838-0022; www.mredsno.com — The menu includes seafood, Italian dishes, fried chicken, po-boys, salads and daily specials. Eggplant casserole is stuffed with shrimp and crabmeat and served with potatoes and salad. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ NEW ORLEANS HAMBURGER & SEAFOOD CO. — citywide; www.nohsc.com — Menus vary by location but generally include burgers, salads, po-boys, fried seafood and New Orleans favorites. The thin fried catfish platter comes with wedge-cut garlic-herb fries, hush puppies and Mardi Gras coleslaw. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ RED FISH GRILL — 115 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1200; www.redfishgrill.com — Seafood favorites include hickory-grilled redfish, pecan-crusted catfish, alligator sausage and seafood gumbo. Barbecue oysters are flash fried, tossed in Crystal barbecue sauce and served with blue cheese dressing. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

SOUL FOOD BIG MOMMA’S CHICKEN AND WAFFLES — 5741 Crowder Blvd., (504) 241-2548; www.bigmommaschickenandwaffles.com — Big Momma’s serves hearty combinations like the six-piece which includes a waffle and six fried wings served crispy or dipped in sauce. Breakfast is served all day. All items are cooked to order. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

STEAKHOUSE AUSTIN’S SEAFOOD AND STEAKHOUSE — 5101 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-5533; www.austinsno. com — Austin’s serves prime

steaks, chops and seafood. Veal Austin features paneed veal topped wwith Swiss chard, bacon, mushrooms, asparagus, crabmeat and brabant potatoes on the side. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ CHOPHOUSE NEW ORLEANS — 322 Magazine St., (504) 522-7902; www. chophousenola.com — This traditional steakhouse serves USDA prime beef, and a selection of super-sized cuts includes a 40-oz. Porterhouse for two. The menu also features seafood options and a la carte side items. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

TAPAS/SPANISH MIMI’S IN THE MARIGNY — 2601 Royal St., (504) 872-9868 — The decadant Mushroom Manchego Toast is a favorite here. Or enjoy hot and cold tapas dishes ranging from grilled marinated artichokes to calamari. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner and late-night Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ VEGA TAPAS CAFE — 2051 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-2007; www.vegatapascafe. com — Paella de la Vega combines shrimp, mussels, chorizo, calamari, scallops, chicken and vegetables in saffron rice. Pollo en papel features chicken, mushrooms, leeks and feta in phyllo pastry. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

VIETNAMESE AUGUST MOON — 3635 Prytania St., (504) 899-5129; www.moonnola.com — August Moon serves a mix of Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine. There are spring rolls and pho soup as well as many popular Chinese dishes and vegetarian options. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ CAFE MINH — 4139 Canal St., (504) 482-6266; www. cafeminh.com— The watermelon crabmeat martini is made with diced watermelon, Louisiana jumbo lump crabmeat, avocado, jalapenos and cilantro and comes with crispy shrimp chips. Seafood Delight combines grilled lobster tail, diver scallops, jumbo shrimp and grilled vegetables in a sake soy reduction. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$ DOSON NOODLE HOUSE —135 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 309-7283 — Traditional Vietnamese pho with pork and beef highlight the menu. The vegetarian hot pot comes with mixed vegetables, tofu and vermicelli rice noodles. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $$ PHO TAU BAY RESTAURANT — 113 Westbank Expwy., Suite C, Gretna, (504) 368-9846 — You’ll find classic Vietnamese beef broth and noodle soups, vermicelli dishes, seafood soups, shrimp spring rolls with peanut sauce and more. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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PARRAN’S PO-BOYS — 3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 885-3416; www.parranspoboy.com — Parran’s offers a long list of po-boys plus muffulettas, club sandwiches, pizzas, burgers, salads, fried seafood plates and Creole-Italian entrees. The veal supreme po-boy features a cutlet topped with Swiss cheese and brown gravy. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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Dinner theater Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? is adapted for the stage. By Brad Rhines

“It is a teachable moment,” Myrick says of the internal struggles that ring true for audiences today. “Each and every one of these characters has to have that evolutionary process as it relates to their own personal feelings about race in this country.” Myrick credits her cast with the skill to deliver on these emotional moments. She’s worked with most of the players before. She’s especially happy to be working with Banks, whose most recent film, Woman Thou Art Loosed, was nominated for an NAACP Image Award. The ensemble also features multiple Big Easy Award winners, including Lifetime Achievement honorees Janet Shea, Harold Evans and Carol Sutton, who plays the Drayton family’s maid, a turn reminiscent of her role in the 2011 civil rights drama The Help. Myrick jumped at the chance to present the show at the Joy Theater, which reopened a year ago after being shuttered since 2003. While the space has hosted a variety of one-night-only music and comedy performances, Myrick is the first director to occupy the space for an extended run, and Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? marks the return of drama to a post-Hurricane Katrina-renovated Canal Street theater. “I’d been looking at the Joy and what was happening with the Joy for a very, very long time,” Myrick says. “I grew up in New Orleans, and I remember

when Canal Street was the Tommye Myrick directs the cast of place. We used to dress Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? up to go to Canal Street. PHOTO By CHERyL GERBER It’s important to bring the tourists and locals back to Canal Street the way it Guess Who’s Coming fEB was, especially since Canal to Dinner? Street is the epicenter of THRu 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; New Orleans.” mAr 3 p.m. Sun. Despite some logistical problems created by Super Joy Theater Bowl and Mardi Gras 1200 Canal St. activities downtown, Myrick and her crew worked hard (504) 528-9569 to open in February to www.thejoytheater.com coincide with Black History Month. As a former teacher, Myrick understands the power of art to educate, and she believes Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? is a teachable moment for those who don’t know the history of interracial couples in America, or for those who might have forgotten it. “There’s one thing in life you cannot change, and that’s history,” Myrick says. “I was taught this by one of my teachers years and years ago, and I’ll never forget it. Being able to see history, being able to hear history, can only happen through the arts.”

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illed as a dramatic comedy starring Sidney Poitier, Katharine Hepburn and Spencer Tracy, Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? first hit theaters in 1967. In it, Joanna Drayton meets Dr. John Prentice (Poitier) on vacation in Hawaii. They fall head over heels in love and get engaged, and she takes him home to meet her parents, who in spite of their liberal ideals are troubled by the relationship. His parents also come to meet his fiance and her family, and they have no idea Joanna is white. They’re troubled by the relationship as well. In 1967, interracial marriage was illegal in 17 states until the Supreme Court decision Loving v. Virginia (June 12, 1967) outlawed bans on interracial marriage. The film about a young couple confronting their parents’ prejudices injected a personal story into the civil rights debate. This week, that drama is back in the spotlight as Tommye Myrick directs a new stage adaptation of Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? at the Joy Theater. Although state bans on interracial marriage were struck down, Myrick says individual attitudes have been slower to evolve. “There’s only one thing that has changed in this country since this movie came out in ’67,” she says. “It is now illegal not to marry mixed-race people. Our acceptance of an interracial couple — or our lack of acceptance — is still just as poignant, just as pronounced. We still look, we still stare, we still wonder. We still have our prejudices.” Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? was adapted for the stage by Todd Kreidler from William Rose’s Oscar-winning screenplay. Vicky Illk plays Joanna Drayton and Nicoye Banks is Dr. John Prentice, but the real drama comes from family feuds. Fireworks fly in the first meeting between her parents (Dane Rhodes and Janet Shea) and his parents (Harold Evans and Gwendolyn Foxworth). What unfolds exposes racial attitudes, but it’s also a story of husbands and wives and parents and children. Myrick is interested in the play’s most intense moments, especially the scenes in which Dr. Prentice confronts his father over outdated ideas of marriage, and when the two mothers bond over their love for their children.

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TUeSDAY 19 AllWays Lounge — wasted lives, Johnny Doubeck, todd Day wait’s pigpen, 9 Banks Street Bar — Casey saba, 9 Blue Nile — neslort, 10 Checkpoint Charlie — Daryl shawn, 7 Chickie Wah Wah — tommy malone, 8 d.b.a. — the treme brass band, 9 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — tom Hook & wendell brunious, 9:30 Funky Pirate — blues masters feat. big al Carson, 8:30

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Howlin’ Wolf — sister sparrow & the Dirty birds, the Quickening, 10 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Khari allen lee & the new Creative Collective, 8 The Maison — gregory agid, 6; magnitude, 9 Maple Leaf Bar — rebirth brass band, 11 Mojitos Rum Bar & Grill — Jenna mcswain, 6; Viper mad, 9:30 My Bar @ 635 — gypsy elise & the royal blues, 8 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — michael liuzza, 8; tom Henehan, 9 Old Point Bar — ian Cunningham, 8 Old U.S. Mint — aaron nigel smith, 3 Ralph’s on the Park — Jeffrey pounds, 5 Siberia — Darsombra, microshards, DJ weird steve, 10 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — tom saunders & the tomcats, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — andy J. forest, 4; meschiya lake & the little big Horns, 6; aurora & the royal roses, 10

WeDneSDAY 20 3 Ring Circus’ The Big

Top — bujie & the Highrise, Dead Channels, nothing but wolves, 7 AllWays Lounge — salt wives, skogen band, 10 Banks Street Bar — major bacon, 10 Blue Nile — new orleans rhythm Devils, 7; gravity a, 10 Buffa’s Lounge — gardenia moon, 7

Spotted Cat — ben polcer, 4; orleans 6, 6; st. louis slim & the frenchmen street Jug band, 10

THURSDAY 21 3 Ring Circus’ The Big Top — secret plot to Destroy the entire Universe, woozy, Drgn, 7 Banks Street Bar — Joystick, squirt gun warriors, Kill lincoln, 9 Bayou Beer Garden — walter “wolfman” washington, 8:30 Blue Nile — micah mcKee & little maker, 7 Buffa’s Lounge — aurora nealand & tom mcDermott, 8 Checkpoint Charlie — Jeff ruby, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — trample Under foot, 8 Circle Bar — naughty palace, DJ nite sweats, 10

Cafe Negril — sam Cammarata & Dominick grillo, 7:30; another Day in paradise, 9:30

d.b.a. — the iguanas, 7; the special men, 10

Carousel Piano Bar & Lounge — michael & ashley lemmler, 5; smoking time Jazz Club band feat. Chance bushman, 8:30

Hangar 13 — green Jello, D.r.e.a.D.,anaujiram, wreckage revival, 8

Chickie Wah Wah — meschiya lake & tom mcDermott, 7 Circle Bar — Jim o. & the no shows, 6; Cotton Jones, Kid Carsons, 10 d.b.a. — tin men, 7; walter “wolfman” washington & the roadmasters, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — basin Quintet, 9:30 House of Blues — luke winslow King, 7 House of Blues (Parish) — Curren$y’s Jet lounge, 11 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Doombalaya, 10 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Kipori woods, 5; irvin mayfield’s noJo Jam, 8 Little Gem Saloon — Johnny sansone, John fohl & tommy malone, 8 The Maison — the session, 6; Upstarts, 9 Maple Leaf Bar — nigel Hall, midnight Mojitos Rum Bar & Grill — leah rucker, 6; Chris polacek & the Hubcap Kings, 9:30 Old Point Bar — mumbles, 8 Old U.S. Mint — Dwight fitch Jr., noon Palm Court Jazz Cafe — lars edegran, topsy Chapman & palm Court Jazz band, 7 Rock ’N’ Bowl — Joe Krown, 8:30

Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — loren pickford, 9:30

Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — roman skakun, 5; James rivers movement, 8 Little Gem Saloon — ingrid lucia, 8 The Maison — erin Demastes, 5; multiphonics, 7 Maple Leaf Bar — the trio, 10 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Daron Douglas, 7; nattie, 8; eugene, 9; olivier legault, 10 New Orleans Arena — Kid rock, buckcherry, Hellbound glory, 7:30 Oak — reed alleman, 9 Ogden Museum of Southern Art — Chris thomas King, 6 Old Point Bar — Upstarts, 6; Chapel blues, 9 Old U.S. Mint — matt Hampsey & bruce barnes, 3 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — leroy Jones, Katja toivola & Crescent City Joymakers, 7 Saturn Bar — alex mcmurray, 10 Siberia — Caspian, Junius, aiua, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Darrian Douglas & the session, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — sarah mcCoy’s oopsie Daisies, 4; miss sophie lee, 6; Jumbo shrimp, 10 St. Roch Tavern — J.D. & the Jammers, 8:30

MuSiC LISTINGS Vaughan’s — Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 8:30

Friday 22 Banks Street Bar — Josh Pennison, The Hannah KB Band, Denton Hatcher, Necessary Gentlemen, 9 Bayou Beer Garden — Dave Jordan, 8:30 Blue Nile — Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 7; Zena Moses & Rue Fiya, 10; Brass-A-Holics, 10 Buffa’s Lounge — David & Roselyn, 8 Carrollton Station — Born Not Yet Stringband, 10 Chickie Wah Wah — Nikki Talley, 5 & 10; Paul Sanchez, 8 Circle Bar — Norbert Slama, 6; M.O.T.O., 10 d.b.a. — Linnzi Zaorski, 6; Feufollet, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Eric Traub Trio, 10 Fair Grinds Coffeehouse — Steve Cordts, 6; Carl Banks, 7 Garden District Book Shop — Lee Coulter, 6 Green Room — Blooming Onions, 9 Hangar 13 — Meta the Man, Whom Do You Work For?, Purvis, 8 House of Blues — Brint Anderson, 5; Robert Fortune Band, Cathercist, First Fracture, Gethsemani, 9 House of Blues (Parish) — Kora Konnection, Sunpie Barnes & the Lousiana Sunspots, African Zydeco Revue, 9 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Joe Krown, 5; Leon “Kid Chocolate” Brown, 8 Le Bon Temps Roule — Bill Malchow, 7 Little Gem Saloon — Meschiya Lake & the Little Big Horns, 9

Mojitos Rum Bar & Grill — Jenna McSwain, 4; La Tran-k, 7; Javier Olondo & Asheson, 10:30 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Daniel Black, 7; Richard Bienvenu, 8; Rebecca Green, 9; Sydney Beaumont, 10 Oak — Bruce “Sunpie” Barnes, 9 Old Point Bar — Rick Trolsen, 5; Space Heaters, 9:30 One Eyed Jacks — Unknown Mortal Orchestra, Foxygen, Wampire, KG Accidental, 9 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Palm Court Jazz Band, 7 Rock ’N’ Bowl — Gal Holiday & the Honky Tonk Revue, 9:30 Siberia — Dr. Sick, 6; Natural Child, King Louie’s Missing Monuments, Babes, Texas Funeral, DJ 9ris 9ris, St. Sarah, 9

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House of Blues — Voo Davis, 5

Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Leroy Jones Quintet, 8; Brass-A-holics, midnight Le Bon Temps Roule — Todd Day Wait’s pigpen, 11 Little Gem Saloon — Kermit ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 7:30 The Maison — erin Demastes, 4; Smoking Time Jazz Club, 7; Nadis Warriors, 10; Jermaine Quiz (upstairs), 10 Maple Leaf Bar — russell Batiste’s Uptown posse, midnight Mojitos Rum Bar & Grill — Mumbles, 12:30; Kenny Triche, 4; emily estrella & the Faux Barrio Billionaires, 7:30; Fuego Fuego, 11:30 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Dan rivers, 8; Badura, 9; round pegs, 10 Oak — Leon “Kid Chocolate” Brown, 9 Old Point Bar — eudora evans & Deep Soul, 9:30

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Siberia — eagle Claw, The Snake & pony Show, She’s Still Dead, 10 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Germaine Bazzle, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Meghan Stewart’s Too Darn hot, 3; Shotgun Jazz Band, 6; Dominick Grillo & the Frenchmen Street All-Stars, 10 Tipitina’s — Billy iuso & the restless Natives, The Quickening, 9 Tommy’s Wine Bar — Julio & Caesar, 10 Wild Lotus Yoga Downtown — Sean Johnson & the Wild Lotus Band, 8

SUNDAY 24 Banks Street Bar — NOLA County, South Jones, 3; ron hotstream & the F-holes, 9 Bayou Beer Garden — Matt & the Business, 5 Blue Nile — Mykia Jovan, 8; Mainline Brass Band, 10 Buffa’s Lounge — Some Like it hot!, 11 a.m. Circle Bar — Micah McKee & Little Maker, 6; Good Field, 10 d.b.a. — palmetto Bug Stompers, 6; Kristin Diable & the City, 10 House of Blues (Parish) — Graveyard, The Shrine, 9 Howlin’ Wolf Den — hot 8 Brass Band, 10 The Maison — Dave easley, 5; Ashton hines & the Big easy Brawlers, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — Joe Krown Trio feat. Walter “Wolfman” Washington & russell Batiste, midnight Old Point Bar — Craig paddock, 3:30; The Tom Witek Sextet, 7 One Eyed Jacks — he’s My Brother, She’s My Sister, paper Bird, Shakey Graves, 9 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Lucien Barbarin & palm Court Jazz Band, 7 Siberia — Jimmy Bradshaw, 6; Samothrace, pilgrim, Mars, hawg Jaw, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — John Mahoney Big Band, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — rights of Swing, 3; Ben polcer & the Grinders, 6; pat Casey & the New Sounds, 10

Old U.S. Mint — Sam Shahin, 2

Tipitina’s — Gravity A, 1

One Eyed Jacks — Bedlamville Triflers, 9

AllWays Lounge — Anonymous Choir, North America, XXXpressionXXX, Derek Winston Maxwell, 9

Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Lionel Ferbos & palm Court Jazz Band, 7 Rock ’N’ Bowl — Creole

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There are many reasons to make original mp3 blog Said the Gramophone among your daily web check-ins: the deeply felt, stream-of-unconsciousness interpretations of music — remarkably filling for their bite size; or the amazing vintage-to-modern images chosen to precede them, a psych-test photo booth open to its own endless interpretation. On its best days, the site groups together artists, songs and photographs in such a way that it creates its own idea of harmony. Thursday, Jan. 17, was such a day: two fragmented review morsels, just seven sentences in total, of two of the most soulful songs of the new year, Foxygen’s (pictured) “San Francisco” and Unknown Mortal Orchestra’s “So Good at Being in Trouble,” beneath the black-and-white capture of an assembly line of elderly women at work in a record factory, lovingly sleeving copies of the Beatles’ Rubber Soul. Both easy-breezy pop singles with hooks that sound like they’ve always been around, the songs soon would share a label, Jagjaguwar (which within weeks released both bands’ second albums, We Are the 21st Century Ambassadors of Peace & Magic and II respectively), and now a tour where they will be reunited in person, bringing Said the Gramophone’s “whole acreages, counties, provinces of space” to this parish. Wampire and KG Accidental open. Tickets $12. — NOAh BONApArTe pAiS BJ’s Lounge — King James & the Special Men, 10 BMC — Lil’ red & Big Bad, 6 Chickie Wah Wah — Jon Cleary, 8 Circle Bar — Missy Meatlocker, 6; Beams, 10 Columns Hotel — David Doucet, 8 d.b.a. — Glen David Andrews, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — John Fohl, 9:30 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Gerald French & the Original Tuxedo Jazz Band, 8 The Maison — Chicken & Waffles, 5; Aurora Nealand & the royal roses, 7; Gene’s Music Machine, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — papa Grows Funk, midnight Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Dave easley, 8; Dave Maleckar, 9; Genial

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Old Point Bar — Brent Walsh Trio feat. romy Kaye, 7 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Charmaine Neville Band, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy’s Oopsie Daisies, 4; Dominick Grillo & the Frenchmen Street All-Stars, 6; Jazz Vipers, 10

— Tue: Organ & Labyrinth Organ recital feat. Albinas prizgintas, 6; Sun: Bridget Bazile & the Moses hogan Singers, 5; Bridget Bazile, 9

Tulane University — Dixon Hall, (504) 865-5105 ext. 2; www.tulane.edu — Tue: Simone Dinnerstein, 8

Tipitina’s — Bruce Daigrepont, 5:30

Xavier University — Administration Building Auditorium, 520-7525; www.xula. edu — Sun: The New Orleans Black Chorale Black history concert, 5

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Lakeview Presbyterian Church — 5914 Canal Blvd., 482-7892; www. lpcno.org — Sun: emily Fransen, 5 St. Louis Cathedral — Jackson Square — Tue: Olivier Latry, 7:30 Trinity Episcopal Church — 1329 Jackson Ave., 5220276; www.trinitynola.com

CLASS GOT BRASS. The New Orleans Jazz and heritage Foundation hosts a contest for middle and high schools to create traditional New Orleans-style brass bands for a chance to win instruments for for their music programs. Visit www.classgotbrass.com for details. The application deadline is Friday.

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NoW ShoWINg AMOUR (R) — An elderly couple’s bond is tested when the wife suffers a stroke that leaves her paralyzed. Canal Place ANY DAY NOW (R) — A gay couple in the 1970s takes in an abandoned teenager with Down syndrome. Chalmette Movies ARGO (R) — Ben Affleck directs the political drama based on Tony Mendez’s account of the rescue of six U.S. diplomats from Tehran, Iran during the 1979 Iran hostage crisis. AMC Palace 20

BULLET TO THE HEAD (R) — A veteran hit-man (Sylvester Stallone) and a detective join against a ruthless real-estate developer. AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20 DJANGO UNCHAINED (R) — Quentin Tarantino’s Louisiana-shot spaghetti western follows a freed slave (Jamie Foxx) and dentist-turned-bounty hunter (Christoph waltz) who set out to free the slave’s wife (Kerry washington). AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Grand ESCAPE FROM PLANET EARTH (PG) — In the animated family film, an astronaut finds himself in a trap when he responds to a distress class from a notoriously dangerous planet. AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Chalmette Movies, Grand, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14

A HAUNTED HOUSE (R) — The comedy starring Marlon wayans spoofs Paranormal Activity. AMC Palace 16, Hollywood 9 THE HOBBIT: AN UNEXPECTED JOURNEY (PG-13) — The film is the first installment of Peter Jackson’s adaptation of the J.R.R. Tolkien fantasy. Entergy IMAX, Hollywood 14 IDENTITY THIEF (R) — A man (Jason Bateman) travels to Florida to confront the person who stole his identity, a bawdy, unapologetic con artist (Melissa McCarthy). AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Canal Place, Chalmette Movies, Grand, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14 THE IMPOSSIBLE (PG13) — Naomi watts and Ewan McGregor star in the drama about a family’s experience of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami. Chalmette Movies LIFE OF PI (PG) — Ang Lee directs the adaptation of Yann Martel’s 2001 adventure novel. AMC Palace 20 LINCOLN (PG-13) — Steven Spielberg’s biopic stars Daniel Day-Lewis as Abraham Lincoln and Sally Field as Mary Todd Lincoln. AMC Palace 20, Hollywood 14, Prytania MAMA (PG-13) — A couple adopts their young nieces who are found after being left alone in a forest for five years, and a terrifying spirit has followed them back. AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 12, AMC

Originality is hard to come by at the movies. Film is probably the clearest example of a “mature” art form: easy access to all the highlights from film’s 100year history increases with each passing year, turning many fans into amateur historians. Today’s top filmmakers mostly emerge from academic institutions where they experience full immersion in the classics. It’s no surprise Amour (PG-13) that movies now often intentionally echo what has come before, whether in the 1:10 p.m., 4:10 p.m., 7:15 form of an artist’s sincere homage or p.m. and 10:15 p.m. daily an executive’s efforts to cash in on the The Theatres, The Shops at proven formulas. Canal Place, 333 Canal St., So it can be a bit of a shock when a movie is unlike any other we’ve seen. third floor, (504) 581-5400; Austrian writer/director Michael Haneke’s www.thetheatres.com Amour is one of those films. The global response has included a Palme d’Or — the top prize at France’s Cannes Film Festival — five major Oscar nominations and numerous critics naming it the best movie of 2012. But there’s a reason difficult stories like this don’t easily find their way to film. Amour takes a harsh and unflinching look at what it’s like to grow old and irreversibly ill. The film carries on its aching back a single, unspoken question: How does one cope with rapid deterioration and impending death of a beloved lifelong companion? The answer, unfortunately, is “not very well.” Amour may be a unique and beautifully crafted film, but it’s not one a lot of people are going to enjoy seeing. Amour also is not the love story implied by its title. Seventy-year-old director Haneke is known for his bleak and emotionally austere films, and this one is no exception. Anne (Emmanuelle Riva) and Georges (Jean-Louis Xavier Trintignant) are cultured, retired music teachers living in a comfortable apartment in Paris. The film begins with Anne’s death attached to a small mystery and goes back in time to tell the couple’s story. It’s an unsentimental depiction of octogenarians who still love each other and communicate well after many decades together. Both their lives decline quickly after Anne suffers a stroke, and treatment worsens her condition. Riva has received most of the attention for her remarkable portrayal of increasing dementia but the movie really belongs to Trintignant, who came out of a 14-year retirement from film for the chance to work with Haneke and play a role the filmmaker wrote expressly for him. Haneke based the screenplay on his experiences with an ailing aunt, and it has the ring of truth. Amour focuses on the practicalities of everyday life and what happens when they spin out of control. Though the film is tightly constructed, Haneke makes his point by dwelling on mundane moments, often captured with a static camera in medium shots from a typical human perspective. It’s familiar yet disorienting to see on the big screen. You may come out of this film feeling like you’ve been made to face something that has always lurked in the shadows — the physical horrors many of us will face one day if we’re lucky enough to live that long. It’s hard to watch, but who said originality was easy? — KEN KORMAN

Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Grand, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14 PARENTAL GUIDANCE (PG-13) — A grandfather (Billy Crystal) is tasked with caring for his grandchildren when his daughter leaves town for work. Grand, Hollywood 14 PARKER (R) — In the Louisiana-shot crime thriller starring Jason Statham and Jennifer Lopez, a thief is double-crossed by his crew and left for dead. AMC

Palace 16 QUARTET (PG-13) — A group of retired opera singers’ annual concert celebrating Verdi’s birthday is disrupted by the arrival of the fourth member of the quartet (Maggie Smith), a notorious diva. Canal Place SAFE HAVEN (PG-13) — A woman trying to start a new life finds love and warmth in a small town, but when a stranger arrives her dark past threatens to emerge. AMC Palace

10, AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Canal Place, Grand, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14 SIDE EFFECTS (R) — In the Steven Soderbergh drama, a depressed woman is prescribed a new medication that leads to ruined lives and death. AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Canal Place, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14 SILVER LININGS PLAYBOOK (R) — After a stint

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BEAUTIFUL CREATURES (PG-13) — The supernatural romance is based on the Caster Chronicles young adult book series. AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Canal Place, Chalmette Movies, Grand, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14

A GOOD DAY TO DIE HARD (R) — Bruce willis reprises the role of John McClane in the fifth installment of the series. AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Canal Place, Chalmette Movies, Grand, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14

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WARM BODIES (PG-13) — After a devastating worldwide plague, a zombie and a human embark on an unusual relationship. AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Canal Place, Chalmette Movies, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14 WRECK-IT RALPH (PG) — A forgotten video game character (voiced by John C. Reilly) goes on a journey across generations of arcade games to prove he can be a hero. AMC Palace 20 ZERO DARK THIRTY (R) — Kathryn Bigelow (The Hurt Locker) directs the thriller about the team of intelligence and military operatives’ decades-long, global search for Osama bin Laden. AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Grand, Hollywood 14

OPENING THURSDAY DARK SKIES (PG-13) — A subrban family becomes the target of a deadly, possibly alien, force. SNITCH (PG-13) — When an 18-year-old receives a 10-year prison sentence, his father (Dwayne Johnson) embarks on a dangerous venture to get his sentence lessened.

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SPEcIAL ScREENINGS [ 8 ] (NR) — the screening of the short film by Patrick Melon features shorts by other filmmakers, a performance by Nasimiyu and food. Free admission. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Wed., Feb. 20, Cafe Istanbul, New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave.; www. neworleanshealingcenter.org BADLANDS (PG) — the 1973 terrence Malick film follows a teenaged girl from a dead-end town who embarks on a cross-country killing spree with a rebellious greaser. 7 p.m. Thursday, noon Saturday, The Theatres at Canal Place, Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., (504) 581-5400; www.thetheatres.com THE BERLIN FILE (NR) — the South Korean spy thriller follows a “ghost” agent who finds himself in the crosshairs of an international manhunt

after an arms trade gone wrong. Tickets $7 general admission, $6 students and seniors, $5 members. 9 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center, 1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., 827-5858; www.zeitgeistinc.net BEST PICTURE SHOWCASE — the theater screens Oscar-nominated films Beasts of the Southern Wild, Life of Pi, Lincoln, Silver Linings Playbook and Zero Dark Thirty. Tickets $30 to see all four movies, regular theater prices for individual screenings. Films start at 10 a.m. Saturday, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, 1200 Elmwood Park Blvd., 888-262-4386 CAESAR MUST DIE (NR) — Paolo and Vittorio taviani’s drama follows inmates at an Italian prison preparing for a performance of Julius Caesar. Tickets $7 general admission, $6 students and seniors, $5 members. 5:30 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center, 1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., 827-5858; www. zeitgeistinc.net THE CENTRAL PARK FIVE (NR) — the Ken Burns documentary is about the notorious Central Park jogger case, in which five Harlem teenagers were wrongfully accused of beating and raping a woman. Tickets $6.50 New Orleans Film Society members, $8.50 general admission. 2:30 p.m. Sunday and 7:30 p.m. Monday and Feb. 26, Chalmette Movies, 8700 W. Judge Perez Drive, 304-9992 DEFEND THE GULF SHORT FILM SHOWCASE — the showcases features 10 short films about environmental issues affecting the Gulf of Mexico. Free admission. 7 p.m. Thursday, Green Project, 2831 Marais St., (504) 945-0240; www.thegreenproject.org LISTEN UP!: THE LIVES OF QUINCY JONES (PG-13) — Ellen Weissbrod’s documentary on the composer, musician and producer features interviews with Miles Davis, Frank Sinatra, Ella Fitzgerald, Michael Jackson and others. the screening is part of the Musically Speaking series curated and hosted by DJ Soul Sister. Free admission. 7 p.m. Tuesday, New Orleans African American Museum, 1418 Gov. Nicholls St., 566-1136; www. noaam.com LONG DISTANCE REVOLUTIONARY: A JOURNEY WITH MUMIA ABU-JAMAL (NR) — the documentary is about the political activist serving a life sentence for the 1981 murder of a Philadelphia police officer. Tickets $7 general admission, $6 students and seniors, $5 members. 9 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Monday and Feb. 26-28, Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center, 1618 Oretha Castle

Haley Blvd., 827-5858; www. zeitgeistinc.net OSCAR PARTY — the New Orleans Film Society hosts a screening of the Academy Awards with free food and beverages, prize giveaways and an Oscar-themed costume contest. Admission $20 NOFS members, $25 nonmembers. 6 p.m. Sunday, Prytania Theatre, 5339 Prytania St., 891-2787; www.theprytania.com SEARCHING FOR SUGAR MAN (PG-13) — the Oscarnominated documentary follows two fans in their search for the American musician Rodriguez, who faded into obscurity after recording one album but gained a fanbase in South Africa. Tickets free for New Orleans Film Society members, $7 general admission. 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Contemporary Arts Center, 900 Camp St., (504) 528-3800; www.cacno.org SONGS OF SOULS (NR) — the documentary is based on folklore describing how legendary Louisiana bluesman Huddie “Lead Belly” Ledbetter sang his way out of prison twice. A panel discussion featuring director Ronnie Clifton and others follows the screening, and musicians David Egan and Michael Juan Nunez featured in the film perform. Free admission. 6:30 p.m. Friday, Loyola University New Orleans, Bobet Hall, room 332, 6363 St. Charles Ave., (504) 861-5888; www.loyno.edu STALAG 17 (NR) — the 1953 film tells the story of a group of American airmen held in a German World War II prisoner of war camp who come to suspect one of their own is a traitor. Free admission. 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Stage Door Canteen, National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., 528-1944; www.stagedoorcanteen.org TRUE ROMANCE (R) — Quentin tarantino wrote the 1993 crime film starring Christian Slater and Patricia Arquette as a couple that embarks on a high-stakes drug deal. Midnight Friday-Saturday, Prytania Theatre, 5339 Prytania St., 891-2787; www. theprytania.com AMC Palace 10 (Hammond), (888) 262-4386; AMC Palace 12 (Clearview), (888) 262-4386; AMC Palace 16 (Westbank), (888) 262-4386; AMC Palace 20 (Elmwood), (888) 262-4386; Canal Place, 363-1117; Chalmette Movies, 304-9992; Entergy IMAX, 581-IMAX; Grand (Slidell), (985) 641-1889; Hollywood 9 (Kenner), (504) 464-0990; Hollywood 14 (Covington), (985) 893-3044; Kenner MegaDome, (504) 468-7231; Prytania, (504) 891-2787; Solomon Victory Theater, National World War II Museum, (504) 527-6012

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www.jeanbragg.com — “Mardi Gras and Other Street Parades,” a group exhibition of Carnival art, through February.

LEMIEUX GALLERIES. 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988; www.lemieuxgalleries.com — “Aurora,” sculpture by Sean O’Meallie, through Saturday.

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OPENING THE FOUNDATION GALLERY. 608 Julia St., (504) 568-0955; www.foundationgallerynola.com — “The Offing,” works by Casey Ruble, through April 20. Opening reception 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday. MICHALOPOULOS GALLERY. 617 Bienville St., (504) 558-0505; www.michalopoulos.com — “Heart Song,” a painting by James Michalopoulos used for the official 2013 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival poster. Reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

GALLERIES

ACADEMY GALLERY. 5256 Magazine St., (504) 8998111 — Mardi Gras exhibition, through Saturday. ARIODANTE GALLERY. 535 Julia St., (504) 5243233 — “Shades of Solitude,” works by Cheri Ben-Iesau, jewelry by Belle Bijoux, sculpture by Reuben Cheatem and works by Hernan Caro, through February. BARRISTER’S GALLERY. 2331 St. Claude Ave., (504) 525-2767; www.barristersgallery.com — “Fresh Fruit for Rotten Vegetables,” group show curated by Dan Tague; “Small Concerns,” works by Douglas Brewster; both through March 2. BOYD | SATELLITE. 440 Julia St., (504) 581-2440; www.boydsatellitegallery. com — “Megalomania,” a group exhibition of portraits of Blake Boyd, through Friday. CALLAN CONTEMPORARY. 518 Julia St., (504) 525-0518; www.callancontemporary.com — “Zelma,” works on painted and incised aluminum panel by Mitchell Lonas, through March 30.

COUP D’OEIL ART CONSORTIUM. 2033 Magazine St., (504) 722-0876; www. coupdoeilartconsortium.com — Paintings by Ann Zatarain, through Saturday. DU MOIS GALLERY. 4921 Freret St., (504) 818-6032; www.dumoisgallery.com — “Seeker,” works by Jason DuMouchel and Renee deVille, through Saturday. THE FRONT. 4100 St. Claude Ave.; www.nolafront. org — Works by Nicholas des Cognets; “Get Us Through the Night,” drawings and paintings by Glitter Chariot; photographs by Angela Berry; all through March 3. THE GARDEN DISTRICT GALLERY. 1332 Washington Ave., (504) 891-3032; www. gardendistrictgallery.com — “A World of One’s Own,” mixedmedia paintings and sculpture by Bill Myers, through Sunday. GOOD CHILDREN GALLERY. 4037 St. Claude Ave., (504) 616-7427; www. goodchildrengallery.com — “Heir,” a group show of Dillard and Xavier undergraduate students, curated by Tameka Norris, through March 3. HENRY HOOD GALLERY. 325 E. Lockwood St., Covington, (985) 789-1832 — “Fresh Art,” a group exhibition of new works, through April 6. ISAAC DELGADO FINE ARTS GALLERY. Delgado Community College, Isaac Delgado Hall, third floor, 615 City Park Ave., (504) 361-6620; www.dcc.edu/departments/ art-gallery — “Rhythmic Souls,” works by Carl Joe Williams, through February. JEAN BRAGG GALLERY OF SOUTHERN ART. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375;

MARTINE CHAISSON GALLERY. 727 Camp St., (504) 304-7942; www. martinechaissongallery.com — “Origins,” paintings by Drake LaBry, through March 30. MAY GALLERY AND RESIDENCY. 2839 N. Robertson St., Suite 105, (504) 316-3474; www.themayspace. com — “Wessel Castle,” photography and sculpture Alli Miller and Trey Burns, through March 22. NEW ORLEANS GLASSWORKS & PRINTMAKING STUDIO. 727 Magazine St., (504) 529-7277; www.neworleansglassworks.com — Glass sculpture by Jay Thrash, metal and glass sculpture by Teri and Chad and copper enameled jewelry by Cathy DeYoung, through February. NEW ORLEANS PHOTO ALLIANCE. 1111 St. Mary St., (504) 610-4899; www.neworleansphotoalliance.blogspot. com — “Common Ground: New American Street Photography,” a photography exhibition curated by Stephen McLaren, through March 23. NEWCOMB ART GALLERY. Tulane University, Woldenberg Art Center, (504) 314-2406; www.newcombartgallery.tulane.edu — “De Ser Arbol,” drawings by Sandra Pani, through March 3. OCTAVIA ART GALLERY. 4532 Magazine St., (504) 309-4249; www.octaviaartgallery.com — “Urban Visions,” graphite and colored pencil with newsprint by Grover Mouton, through Saturday. RHINO CONTEMPORARY CRAFTS GALLERY. The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., second floor, (504) 523-7945; www.rhinocrafts. com — Works by Lauren Thomas, Sabine Chadborn, Vitrice McMurry, Andrew Jackson Pollack and others, ongoing. RODRIGUE GALLERY. Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, 500 Canal St., (504) 5252500; www.sheratonneworleans.com — Photographs by Jack Robinson curated by Sarah Wilkerson Freeman, through March. SCOTT EDWARDS PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY. 2109 Decatur St., (504) 610-0581 — “A Year and

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3 RING CIRCUS’ THE BIG TOP. 1638 Clio St., (504) 569-2700; www.3rcp.com — “Lumen Tetrachotomy,” works by Rachel David, Elizabeth Eckman, Rachel Speck and Sarah Rose, through Saturday.

COLLINS C. DIBOLL ART GALLERY. Loyola University, Monroe Library, 6363 St. Charles Ave., fourth floor, (504) 861-5456 — “Image Authenticity,” paintings and archival prints by Gerald Cannon; “Decorative Debris,” works by Nancy Bernardo; both through March 20.

MARTIN LAWRENCE GALLERY NEW ORLEANS. 433 Royal St., (504) 299-9055; www.martinlawrence.com — Works by Robert Deyber, through February.

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Deborah Luster: Tooth For an Eye

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Deborah Luster: tooth For an Eye: A Chorography of Violence in Orleans Parish Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St., (504) 5399600; www.ogdenmuseum.org

What really qualifies as news? A mass shooting at a school understandably generates widespread national outrage, yet the rampant killings in our inner city — or any American inner city — are too routine to garner headlines. the philosopher Hannah Arendt once referred to Nazi genocide as “the banality of evil” for the bureaucratic way it was enacted, but Deborah Luster’s Tooth for an Eye photographs of local murder scenes (now on display at the Ogden Museum of Southern Art) exemplify what might be called the “ordinariness” of evil: the most startling thing about them is how utterly unremarkable they are. Only the photographs’ circular compositions differentiate these scenes from others that go unnoticed on any given day. Location 1900 Block of Foucher Street depicts a traditional frame home and a stretch of tree-shaded sidewalk that looks blandly normal until we read the caption: “Henry Butler IV, gunshot wound to the head.” the tone turns grimly whimsical in a Rampart Street scene featuring a well-preserved Banksy graffiti painting at an otherwise bland intersection. the caption reads: “Chadwick White, gunshot to the head.” the only truly sinister-looking images feature badly blighted structures or the desolate interiors of unkempt motel rooms. Rendered in black-and-white, these photographs are visual meditations on the places that bear the brunt of the violent code of the streets. How American pop culture’s celebration of bloody, vengeful violence affects all this is a matter of debate, but it can’t possibly help. the only people depicted in this exhibition appear in illuminated color transparencies framed in vintage cast iron cemetery medallions from which they seem to glow like friendly ghosts. Devoid of the entertainment industry’s soundtracks or special effects, all of these images reveal inner-city killing for what it is: a deafening silence, a gaping void in a family, a city, a nation — an affront to our shared responsibility for the kind of world we create, or tolerate. — D. ERIC BOOkHARDt

Some Change,” photographs by Ryan Hodgson-Rigsbee, through April 6.

SECOND STORY GALLERY. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 710-4506; www. thesecondstorygallery.com — “Swizniz,” works by Jason Christopher Childers, through March 2. ST. TAMMANY ART ASSOCIATION. 320 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 8928650; www.sttammanyart. org — Juried members exhibit, through March 2. STAPLE GOODS. 1340 St. Roch Ave., (504) 908-7331; www.postmedium.org/staplegoods — “Volumes,” ceramic sculpture by William DePauw, through March 3. TEN GALLERY. 4432 Magazine St., (504) 333-1414 — “Two Men Blossoming Before Your Very Eyes,” works on paper by Matthew Kirscht and Matthew Duguid, through March 2. UNO-ST. CLAUDE GALLERY. 2429 St. Claude Ave. — “Just Then and Again,” a group exhibition of artists working in or associated with Texas, through March 2.

SPARE SPACES

LA DIVINA GELATERIA. 621 St. Peter St., (504) 3022692; www.ladivinagelateria. com — Photographs by Rita Posselt, ongoing. MARDI GRAS WORLD. 1380 Port of New Orleans Place, (504) 361-7821 — “Bead Town,” mosaics made out of Mardi Gras beads by Stephan Wanger, through Wednesday.

CAll foR ARtiStS BRIDGE HOUSE/GRACE HOUSE RECYCLED FASHION SHOW. The charity seeks designers for its benefit fashion show featuring items from the Bridge House thrift store that have been reimagined into fashionable outfits. The event is March 1. Email jpitman@bridgehouse.org for details. FEMME FEST. The Women’s Caucus for Art of Louisiana seeks female artists residing in Louisiana for a March exhibition held at Mid-City Theatre (3540 Toulouse St.). The exhibition is limited to the first 35 artists to register.

GEORGE RODRIGUE FOUNDATION OF THE ARTS CONTEST. High school-age contestants create art around the theme “Louisiana’s Culinary Heritage” for a chance to have the work appear in a cookbook and to win college scholarships and cash prizes. Visit www.rodriguefoundation.org/artcontest for details. Submissions deadline is Wednesday.

MICHAEL P. SMITH FUND FOR DOCUMENTARY PHOTOGRAPHY. The New Orleans Photo Alliance awards a $5,000 grant to a photographer residing in Gulf Coast states. Visit www.neworleansphotoalliance.org for details. Application deadline is March 29. NO DEAD ARTISTS NATIONAL JURIED EXHIBITION OF CONTEMPORARY ART. Jonathan Ferrara Gallery, 400A Julia St., (504) 5225471; www.jonathanferraragallery.com — Artists can apply to be included in the annual juried exhibition at Jonathan Ferrara Gallery. One artist from the September exhibition will win a solo show at the gallery. Visit the website for details. Submissions deadline is June 15.

muSEumS ASHE CULTURAL ARTS CENTER. 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac.org — “Loving Your Enemies,” the National Conference of Artists art exhibit celebrating Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., through March 30. CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER. 900 Camp St., (504) 528-3800; www.cacno. org — Murals by MILAGROS, through April 6. LONGUE VUE HOUSE AND GARDENS. 7 Bamboo Road, (504) 488-5488; www. longuevue.com — Site-specific installation and retrospective of designers Doug and Gene Meyer, through March. “A Year and One Day,” sculpture by Andy Behrle, through Dec. 20. LOUISIANA RESEARCH COLLECTION. Tulane University, Jones Hall, room 200, (504) 865-5000; www. tulane.edu — “Welcome Merry Shrovetide: Shakespeare on Parade,” Shakespeareinspired Mardi Gras ball invitations, call out and admittance cards, dance cards and parade bulletins from 1870-1932, through March 30.

LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM PRESBYTERE. 751 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm.crt.state.la.us — “They Call Me Baby Doll: A Carnival Tradition,” an exhibit about the African-American women’s Carnival group, through January 2014. “It’s Carnival Time in Louisiana,” Carnival artifacts, costumes, jewelry and other items; “Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond”; both ongoing. MADAME JOHN’S LEGACY. 632 Dumaine St., (504) 568-6968; www.crt. state.la.us — “The Palm, the Pine and the Cypress: Newcomb College Pottery of New Orleans,” ongoing. NATIONAL WORLD WAR II MUSEUM. 945 Magazine St., (504) 527-6012; www. nationalww2museum.org — “Gridiron Glory: The Best of the Pro Football Hall of Fame,” through May 5. NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART. City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — “Make Yourself at Home,” paintings by Jim Richard, through Sunday. “Reinventing Nature: Art from the School of Fontainebleau,” through May 17. “Forever,” mural by Odili Donald Odita, through Oct. 7. OGDEN MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN ART. 925 Camp St., (504) 539-9600; www.ogdenmuseum.org — “Well-Suited: The Costumes of Alonzo Wilson for HBO’s Treme,” through March. OLD U.S. MINT. 400 Esplanade Ave., (504) 5686993; www.crt.state.la.us/ museum/properties/usmint — Winners of Pictures of the Year International’s Visions of Excellence awards in conjunction with PhotoNOLA, through February. SOUTHEASTERN ARCHITECTURAL ARCHIVE. Tulane University, Jones Hall, 6801 Freret St., (504) 8655699; seaa.tulane.edu — “The Dome,” an exhibition anticipating the 40th anniversary of the Superdome, through Nov. 1. SOUTHERN FOOD & BEVERAGE MUSEUM. Riverwalk Marketplace, 1 Poydras St., Suite 169, (504) 5690405; www.southernfood. org — “Lena Richard: Pioneer in Food TV,” an exhibit curated by Ashley Young; “Then and Now: The Story of Coffee”; both ongoing.

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rects the play based on the movie about an interracial couple who experiences discomfort from family and friends upon announcing their engagement. tickets $23-$35. 8 p.m. fridaysaturday, 3 p.m. sunday, through march 3. ORESTES 2.0. University of New Orleans, Robert E. Nims Theatre, Performing Arts Center, 2000 Lakeshore Drive, (504) 2807469; www.theatre.uno.edu — Charles mee’s adaptation of euripides’ Orestes mixes greek tragedy with contemporary american pop culture. tickets $12 general admission, $8 students, faculty and seniors. 7:30 p.m. tuesday-saturday, 2:30 p.m. sunday.

EQUUS. Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, 325 Minor St., Kenner, (504) 461-9475; www.rivertowntheaters. com — promethean theatre Company presents peter shaffer’s drama about a psychiatrist who attempts to treat a young man who has a pathological fascination with horses. tickets $15 general admission, $10 students/seniors, paywhat-you-will for saturday matinees. 8 p.m. fridaysaturday, 2 p.m. saturdaysunday, through march 3.

VENUS IN FUR. Mid-City Theater, 3540 Toulouse St., (504) 488-1460; www. midcitytheatre.com — David ives’ tony award-nominated play follows a seemingly unassuming actress determined to win a lead role by any means necessary. Visit www.southernrep.com for details. tickets $30. 8 p.m. friday-saturday and 6 p.m. sunday.

THE FULL MONTY. Jefferson Performing Arts Center, 400 Phlox St., Metairie, (504) 885-2000; www. jpas.org — the musical is based on the movie about a group of unemployed steelworkers in buffalo, n.Y., who resort to stripping as a way to make some quick cash. 7:30 p.m. saturday, 3 p.m. sunday. there also is a performance at Columbia theatre for the performing arts (220 e. thomas st., Hammond, 985-543-4371) at 7:30 p.m. thursday.

BURLESQUE BALLROOM. Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, Royal Sonesta Hotel, 300 Bourbon St., (504) 553-2299; www.sonesta.com — trixie minx stars in the weekly burlesque show featuring the music of leon “Kid Chocolate” brown. Call 553-2331 for details. 11:50 p.m. friday.

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AUdITIonS CRESCENT CITY SOUND CHORUS. Delgado Community College, City Park campus, 615 City Park Ave., (504) 671-5012; www.dcc.edu — the chorus holds auditions for new

members 7 p.m. mondays in Delgado’s third floor music room. Call (504) 4530858, (985) 898-0951 or visit www.crescentcitysound. com for details. JOSEPH AND THE AMAZING TECHNICOLOR DREAMCOAT. River Region Performing Arts & Cultural Center, 15146 River Road, Norco, (504) 904-1129; www.rrpa.org — the theater seeks performers ages 6 and older for its summer production of the andrew lloyd webber musical. auditioners should prepare a song from the musical. email lharms@ stcharles.k12.la.us for details. general auditions 9 a.m. to noon, dance auditions 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. saturday (children under 13 not required to attend dance audition). PAUL ROBESON ACTING COMPETITION. the new orleans public library black History Celebration Committee invites orleans parish students ages 13-18 to write monologues pertaining to a black history figure for the contest. Call (504) 5962597 or email tksalaam@ neworleanspubliclibrary.org for details. the application deadline is wednesday, and the competition is saturday.

SUMMER LYRIC THEATRE. Tulane University, Dixon Hall, (504) 865-5105 ext. 2; www.tulane.edu — performers ages 17 and older can audition for productions of La Cage aux Folles, A Little Night Music and Kiss Me Kate. Vocal auditions are by appointment only; dance auditions are at 9:30 a.m. (Kiss Me Kate) and 10:30 a.m. (La Cage) saturday. Call (504) 865-5271 for details.

dAnCE ASPEN SANTA FE BALLET. Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts, 1419 Basin St., (504) 5251052; www.mahaliajacksontheater.com — Jean-philippe malaty and tom mossbrucker lead the contemporary dance company. Call 522-0996 ext. 201 or visit www.nobadance. com for details. tickets $20$125. 8 p.m. saturday. I <3 RADIOHEAD. AllWays Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge. com — D’project presents the dance homage to radiohead. tickets $10. 8 p.m. thursday-friday.

ComEdY ALLSTAR COMEDY REVUE. House of Blues Voodoo Garden, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www. houseofblues.com — leon blanda hosts the stand-up comedy show with special guests and a band. free admission. 8 p.m. thursday. BROWN IMPROV COMEDY. Rendon Inn’s Dugout Sports Bar & Grill, 4501 Eve St., (504) 826-5605; www. therendoninn.com — the local improv troupe performs its long-running show. Visit www.brownimprovcomedy. com for details. tickets $10 general admission, $7 students. 9:30 p.m. saturday. C4 COMEDY. Eiffel Society, 2040 St. Charles Ave., 525-2951; www.eiffelsociety. com — Corey mack hosts the comedy show featuring terrell marrow. tickets free in advance, $5 at the door. 8 p.m. wednesday. COMEDY BEAST. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 828 S. Peters St., (504) 522-9653; www. thehowlinwolf.com — the new movement presents a stand-up comedy showcase. free admission. 8:30 p.m. tuesday. COMEDY CATASTROPHE. Lost Love Lounge, 2529 Dauphine St., (504) 9440099; www.lostlovelounge. com — Cassidy Henehan hosts the weekly comedy showcase. free admission. 9 p.m. tuesday. COMEDY GUMBEAUX. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 828 S. Peters St., (504) 522-9653; www.thehowlinwolf.com — local comedians perform, and amateurs take the stage in the open-mic portion. 8 p.m. thursday. COMEDY SPORTZ. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www.nolacomedy.com — the theater hosts an all-ages improv comedy show. tickets $10. 7 p.m. saturday. FEAR & LOATHING WITH GOD’S BEEN DRINKING. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 2317011; www.nolacomedy.com — the double bill includes fear and loathing, the sketch comedy show, and god’s been Drinking, the improv comedy troupe. tickets $10, $5 with drink purchase. 8:30 p.m. friday. THE FRANCHISE. The New Movement, 1919 Burgundy

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FAMILY SATURDAY 23 EXPANDING HORIZONS KIDS NATURE PROGRAM. Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, French Quarter Visitor Center, 419 Decatur St., (504) 589-2636 — Kids 6-12 can learn about the people of barataria through outdoor activities and crafts. admission free. reservations are required. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. SATURDAY 24 YOUTH MUSIC WORKSHOP. Tipitina’s, 501 Napoleon Ave., (504) 8958477; www.tipitinas.com — Children of all ages can play with and learn from musicians at the free workshop. this week’s workshop features gravity a. free admission. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 20 THE FUTURE OF THE EURO. Tulane University, Goldring/Woldenberg Hall II, fourth floor, (504) 865-5794; www.tulane.edu — the world affairs Council of new orleans presents the panel discussion. free admission. Visit www.wacno.org for details. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. HOW TO BE A GOOD LANDLORD. NO/AIDS Task Force, 2601 Tulane Ave., Suite 500, (504) 821-2601 — the greater new orleans fair Housing action Center’s program for landlords discusses basic responsibilities under the federal fair Housing act and provides an overview of louisiana landlord-tenant law. Visit www.gnofairhousing.org for details. free admission. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. INCOME TAX PREPARATION. Our Lady of Holy Cross College, Moreau Center, 4123 Woodland Drive, (800) 259-7744 — tax professionals offer free assistance to low-to-moderateincome individuals. 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. LUNCHBOX LECTURE. National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., (504) 5276012; www.nationalww2museum.org — the semi-monthly lecture series focuses on an array of world war ii-related topics. Call (504) 528-1944 ext. 229 for details. noon. WESTWEGO FARMERS & FISHERIES MARKET. Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market, Sala Avenue at Fourth Street, Westwego —

THURSDAY 21 COCKTAILS FOR A CAUSE. Rusty Nail, 1100 Constance St., (504) 525-5515; www. therustynail.org — a portion of proceeds from drink sales benefit bridge House/ grace House. the event also features snacks and a raffle. free admission. 5:30 pm. to 7:30 p.m. MARKETPLACE AT ARMSTRONG PARK. Armstrong Park, North Rampart and St. Ann streets — the weekly market features fresh produce, baked goods, louisiana seafood, handmade beauty products, art, crafts and entertainment. Visit www.icdnola. org for details. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. NUTRITION FOR MOMS. ZukaBaby, 2122 Magazine St., (504) 596-6540; www. zukababy.com — the class discusses converting to a healthier lifestyle, making healthy foods work on a budget, healthy lunches, cooking with kids, feeding babies and more. pre-registration is required. free admission. 6:30 p.m. RAW:NATURAL BORN ARTISTS SHOWCASE. Eiffel Society, 2040 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-2951; www. eiffelsociety.com — the showcase of local artists features music, fashion shows, spoken word, an art and photography display, hair styling and more. Visit www.rawartists.org for details. 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. THIRD THURSDAY INDUSTRY NIGHT. BJ’s Lounge, 4301 Burgundy St., (504) 945-9256 — the new orleans Video access Center hosts its monthly networking event for independent filmmakers. Visit www.novacvideo.org/3rdthursday for details. 6:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. A VERY HAPPY HOUR. Prytania Bar, 3445 Prytania St., (504) 891-5773; www.prytaniabar.com — pets are welcome at the happy hour benefiting the la/spCa, which will feature adoptable pets to the event. Call (504) 891-5773 or visit www.la-spca.org for details. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. Broadway Activities Center, Room 202, Loyola University New Orleans College of Law, 501 Pine St., (504) 861-5550; www.law.loyno.edu — loyola’s College of law offers free tax preparation assistance for people with low to moderate incomes. Call (504) 861-5668 or email apiacun@loyno.edu for details. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. monday and thursday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. saturday, through

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AMERICA. Cafe Istanbul, New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave.; www. neworleanshealingcenter.org — the louisiana women’s roundtable hosts the panel discussing the role that politics and policy play in the lives of women and families in america. Call (504) 451-8489 or email merenberg21@gmail.com for details. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

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FRIDAY 22 BURKENROAD INSTITUTE SYMPOSIUM. Tulane University, Dixon Hall, (504) 8655105 ext. 2; www.tulane.edu — James S. Turley, CEO and global chairman of Ernst and Young, discusses “Through the Looking Glass: The Ethics of Transparency in the Global Business Environment.” Free admission. 10 a.m. DAN BARKER. University of New Orleans, Kirschman Hall — The atheist activist discusses “Morality: What’s God Got To Do With It?” Barker will sign books and answer questions following the lecture. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. FISH FRY. St. Anselm Catholic Church, 301 St. Mary St., Madisonville, (985) 8457342 — The church serves fried seafood dinners on Fridays during Lent. 4:30 p.m. Through March 22. GO RED FOR WOMEN LUNCHEON. Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., (504) 561-1234; www. neworleans.hyatt.com — The American Heart Association’s annual luncheon features free health screenings, a silent auction and stories from local women affected by heart disease. Visit www.heart.org/ neworleansgored for details. Admission $100. Screenings and auction 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. luncheon. PONTCHARTRAIN HOME SHOW & LOUISIANA OUTDOORSMAN SHOW. Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 465-9985; www.pontchartraincenter.com — The home show features the latest in kitchen, bathroom, siding and solar products and demonstrations, and the outdoor show showcases items related to fishing, hunting, camping, boating and other outdoor activities. Visit www.jaaspro. com for details. Admission $8, free for children 12 and under. Noon to 8 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday. STARLIGHT RACING. Fair Grounds Race Course &

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to 12:30 p.m. MAD SCIENTIST BALL. 3 Ring Circus’ The Big Top, 1638 Clio St., (504) 569-2700; www.3rcp.com — Collective World Art Community presents its annual event with a mixology demonstration, tastings of unique cocktails, a costume contest and more. Visit www.collectiveworldartcommunity.com for details. Admission $10 at the door, $8 in advance. 8 p.m. to midnight. MONSTER JAM. MercedesBenz Superdome, 1500 Poydras St., (504) 587-3663; www.superdome.com — Monster trucks compete in the touring show, which also features a “party in the pits” for fans to meet the drivers. Visit www.monsterjam.com for details. Admission $10-$100 (plus fees). Pit party 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., monster truck show 7 p.m. REDD LINEN NIGHT. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac.org — Named for Ashe’s co-founder Douglas Redd, the fundraiser features artwork from Redd and other artists on display and for sale. General admission $20 in advance, $25 at the door; admission for students 12 and under is $10. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. RENAISSANCE MARKETPLACE OF EASTERN NEW ORLEANS. Renaissance Marketplace, 5700 Read Blvd. — The market offers cuisine from area restaurants, shopping, arts and crafts, children’s activities and more. 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. SANKOFA FARMERS MARKET. ARISE Academy, 3819 St. Claude Ave. — The weekly market offers locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh eggs and other goods. Call (504) 872-9214 or visit www. sankofanola.org for details. 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 (504) 355-4442 or visit www. visitstbernard.com for details. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. SULA FOUNDATION PET ADOPTIONS. Anthropologie, The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., (504) 592-9972; www.anthropologie.com — Guests can meet adoptable dogs, find out about foster and volunteer opportunities and learn about responsible pit bull

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SPORTS HORNETS. New Orleans Arena, 1501 Girod St., (504) 587-3663; www.neworleansarena.com — The Hornets play the Chicago Bulls 7 p.m. Tuesday, the Dallas Mavericks 7 p.m. Friday and the Sacramento Kings 5 p.m. Sunday.

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WORDS ANDREI CODRESCU. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., (504) 899-7323 — The author reads from and signs So Recently Rent a World: New And Selected Poems, 1968-2012. 6 p.m. Friday. CORY DOCTOROW. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., (504) 899-7323 — The author signs and discusses Homeland. 6 p.m. Wednesday. DIANE TAPES READING SERIES. Maple Street Book Shop at Bayou St. John, 3122 Ponce de Leon St.; www.maplestreetbookshop.com — The reading features Maia Elgin, Melissa Dickey and Nik De Dominic. 6 p.m. Friday. ERNEST GAINES. Xavier University Center Ballroom, 4980 Dixon St., (504) 4867411; www.xula.edu — As a kick-off for the New Orleans Public Library’s Big Read New Orleans, Fox 8 News anchor Nancy Parker leads an onstage interview with the author of A Lesson Before Dying. Free admission. 5 p.m. Saturday. FRIENDS OF THE NEW ORLEANS PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOK SALE. Latter Library Carriage House, 5120 St. Charles Ave., (504) 596-2625; www.nutrias.org — The group hosts twice-weekly sales of books, DVDs, books on tape, LPs and more. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday. GREAT BOOKS DISCUSSION GROUP. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190 — The group discusses Michael Cunningham’s The Hours. 7 p.m. Thursday. JOHN WERNER. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190 — The author signs and discusses Between Heaven and Earth. 7 p.m. Thursday. KATHRYN KROTZER LABORDE. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190 — The author signs and discusses The Story Behind the Painting. 7 p.m. Tuesday.

LAURA CAYOUETTE. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., (504) 895-2266 — The author signs and discusses Know Small Parts: An Actor’s Guide to Turning Minutes into Moments and Moments into a Career. 5:30 p.m. Wednesday. LOCAL WRITERS’ GROUP. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 3721 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 455-5135 — The weekly group discusses and critiques fellow members’ writing. All genres welcome. 7:30 p.m. Monday. MARGOT BERWIN. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., (504) 8952266 — The author signs and discusses Scent of Discusses. 6 p.m. Thursday. MARK STATMAN. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., (504) 899-7323 — Statman, the translator of Black Tulips: The Selected Poems of Jose Maria Hinojosa, reads from and signs the collection. 6 p.m. Monday. METTA SAMA. The Sandbar at UNO, Lakefront Campus, University Center, Flambeau Room, (504) 280-6039 — The poet (Nocturne Trio, South of Here) presents a reading. 8 p.m. Wednesday. RUTA SEPETYS. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., (504) 8952266 — The author discusses and signs Out of the Easy. 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. SHARISSE & LEE COULTER. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., (504) 895-2266 — Sharisse Coulter discusses and signs her book Rock My World, and Lee Coulter signs his CD Mr. Positivity. 6 p.m. Friday. SOCRATES CAFE. St. Tammany Parish Library, Folsom Branch, 82393 Railroad Ave., Folsom, (985) 796-9728 — The philosophical group holds a monthly discussion. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday. TAO POETRY. Neutral Ground Coffeehouse, 5110 Danneel St., (504) 891-3381; www.neutralground.org — The coffeehouse hosts a weekly poetry reading. 9 p.m. Wednesday. THE WELL: A WOMEN’S POETRY CIRCLE. St. Anna’s Episcopal Church, 1313 Esplanade Ave., (504) 947-2121; www.stannanola.org — The group for writers of all levels meets at 2 p.m. Mondays. Call 655-5489 or email fleurdeholly@gmail.com for details.

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24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO. 722-064 DIV. N SUCCESSION OF JAMES LEE SANCHEZ NOTICE TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE The Administratrix of the above estate has made application to the court for the sale, at private sale, of the immovable property described, as follows: That certain piece or portion of ground, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, appurtenances and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, being composed of a portion of LOT H-125, and a portion of Sections 7, 65, and 103, T 14S, R 23E, Southeastern Land District of Louisiana, West of the Mississippi River, designated as ORLEANS VILLAGE, SECTION 4, all in accordance with a survey of J.J. Krebs & Sons, Inc., dated April 3, 1970, approved by the Jefferson Parish Council under Ordinance No. 10036, registered in COB 731, folio 30, and according to which survey, said lot is designated and measures as follows, to wit: LOT 13, SQUARE L, bounded by Lyons Court, Sorbonne Drive, Radcliff St., and Mt. Blanc Dr., said Lot 13 forms the corner of Lyons Court and Sorbonne Dr., and measures 42.58 feet front on Lyons Court and measures along the arc of a curve at the intersection of Lyons and Sorbonne Dr. whose

radius is 20 feet, a distance of 30.98 feet with a width in the rear of 64.11 feet, by a depth and front on Sorbonne Dr. of 70.45 feet, by a depth along the opposite sideline of 90 feet. All in accordance with a plan of survey by J.J. Krebs & Sons dated Feb. 7, 1973, a copy of which is annexed to act passed before H. Edward Elizey, dated Feb. 8, 1973, and recorded with the Clerk of Court for the Parish of Jefferson. The improvements thereon bear the municipal Number 5048 Lyons Court (said address has been changed to 3012 Sorbonne Dr.).

Anyone knowing the wereabouts of Kenneth Joseph Evans or Monica Hunter Evans please contact attorney John Mason at (504) 723-5997 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Carlos Winfield Barganier and Yolanda Patterson Barganier, please contact Bobby G. Hawkins, Atty, 2216 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130, (504) 525-1500. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Man Ching Ho, please contact Atty Serena C. Vaughan: 504-352-9582

Being the same property acquired by Carrol Ann Waltman, wife of/and Shelton Dyess, by act before Salvador J. Chaupette Jr. on May 8, 1975, registered COB 835, folio 44, MOB 654, folio 208, Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts or having possession of one (1) certain promissory note executed by Marthon E. Gimre and Margaret Mary West Gimre, dated February 7, 2002 in the principal sum of 92,000.00, please contact Tony Fazzio at P.O. Box 80459 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 or at 225-216-1099. Gambit 2/12, 2/19, & 2/26/13. LOST PROMISSORY NOTE: Anyone knowing the whereabouts or having possession of one (1) certain promissory note executed by Reneia L. Hernandez, dated August 7, 2009 in the principal sum of 140,100.00 please contact Tony Fazzio at P.O. Box 80459 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 or at 225-216-1099. Gambit 2/19/13, 2/26/13 & 3/5/13.

Under the terms and conditions provided in the agreement to purchase filed in these proceedings. Notice is now given to all parties to whom it may concern, including the heirs and creditors of decedent, and of this estate, that they be ordered to make any opposition which they may have to such application, at any time, prior to the issuance of the order or judgment authorizing, approving and homologating that application and that such order or judgment may be issued after the expiration of seven days, from the date of the last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law. By Order of the Court, Massie Comeaux Deputy Clerk Attorney: Gissel M. Ferriol Address: 643 Magazine St., Ste. 100 New Orleans, LA 70130 Telephone: (504) 324-8716 Gambit 2/19/13 & 3/12/13

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A settlement has been reached in the class action lawsuit regarding the alleged overcharging for obtaining copies of medical records and bills. The settlement is valued at $168,000.00. If you’re included in the class definition, you may send in a claim form(s) to ask for benefits, or you may object to the settlement. The Civil District Court for the Parish of Orleans will have a hearing to decide whether to approve the settlement, so that payments and benefits can be issued. Get a detailed notice at www.MedRecClaims.com or by calling 1-800-432-4427. WHO’S INCLUDED? The detailed notice describes exactly who is included. Generally, you may be a “Class Member” if you were charged $20 for obtaining copies of your medical records from New Orleans area hospitals and other health care providers through MTT Enterprises, LLC, or charged a separate handling fee for also requesting copies of your billing records. WHAT’S THIS ABOUT? The lawsuit claimed that the plaintiffs and other people like them sustained monetary damages as a result of the defendants charging more than what plaintiffs believed they were allowed by law to obtain copies of medical records and bills. Defendants deny all of the legal claims in this case. The settlement doesn’t mean that any law was broken. The Court did not decide which side was right. Instead, the settlement resolves the case, and gets payments and benefits to Class Members. WHAT DOES THE SETTLEMENT PROVIDE? The settlement, $168,000.00, will pay $5 to Class Members that timely submit a claim form.

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HOW DO YOU ASK FOR BENEFITS? You must complete and submit a claim form to ask for a payment .The claim form is attached to the detailed notice or you can obtain one by visiting www.MedRecClaims.com or by calling 1-800-432-4427. Please read the instructions carefully, fill out the claim form and mail it postmarked no later than May 15, 2013 to the address on the form. Call 1-800-432-4427.if you have any questions about submitting your claim. The Court will approve an allocation formula if and when the Court gives final approval to the settlement. Payments will be issued after the settlement is final and can’t be appealed. WHAT ARE YOUR OTHER RIGHTS? If you don’t want to be legally bound by the settlement, you must exclude yourself by April 30, 3013. The Detailed Notice explains how to exclude yourself. The Court will hold a hearing in this case, known as Keasley et al v. MTT Enterprises, LLC et al on May 31, 2013 at 9:00 a.m. to consider whether to approve the settlement. The Court will separately consider a request by the lawyers representing Class Members for fees, costs and expenses to be paid out of the Settlement Fund. You may object to the settlement by April 30, 2013. The Detailed Notice explains how to object. You or your own lawyer may ask to appear and speak at the hearing at your own cost, but you don’t have to. If the settlement is approved and becomes final, you will be legally bound by the settlement, and unless you opted-out (excluded yourself), you won’t be able to sue, or continue to sue, any of the Defendants about the claims covered by the settlement, ever again. If you opted-out, you can’t get money or benefits from this settlement. For more information, call or go www.MedRecClaims.com.

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If you paid to obtain a copy of your medical records, or if in doing so you also paid a separate charge to obtain your medical bills, from February 19, 2000 through August 15, 2010, you may be entitled to benefits from a proposed class action settlement. Similarly, if you are an insurance or records retrieval company that paid to obtain a copy of medical records, or if in doing so you also paid a separate charge to obtain medical bills, from August 15, 2008 through August 15, 2010, you, too, may be entitled to benefits from a proposed class action settlement.

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Dear New Orleans Job Guru, “I’ve been using my sales résumé and not getting any decent interviews, even though I have a degree and good experience. I looked at your website and you mention a trend toward “accomplishment-based résumés” – so, what exactly is that and what if I don’t have any official accomplishments?” — Tina F., Metairie, LA

Dear Tina, Thank you for checking out my website. You mentioned that you don’t have any “official” accomplishments… The good news is that your accomplishments don’t have to be official to be included on a résumé. Remember that your résumé is simply your statement of your work history, education, qualifications, and experience – not a formal application. When drafting your résumé, the goal is to creatively construct an attractive, accurate, and useful portrait of your background, one that Grant Cooper will motivate potential employers to request an interview. You are definitely on the right trail in zeroing in on accomplishments for your résumé. Today’s employers are much more interested in how well and how effectively you have performed your duties, as opposed to simply documenting the descriptions of the duties themselves. Since the labor market is currently tipped in favor of employers, they can be very selective, and anything you can put in your résumé that credibly shows how you “go above and beyond” to get results and overachieve, will totally help you in the job seeking process. One client at Strategic Résumés was hoping to leverage her sales experience to land an interview with a pharmaceutical company. She had tried for nearly a year with no luck. A review of her résumé showed that even though she had successfully sold skin care products, she wasn’t documenting any numbers or significant accomplishments. After interviewing her, we were able to develop estimates of her sales volume, the improvements in her territory from when she took over, and some estimates that we converted into percentages where applicable. After using the new version of her résumé for only three weeks, she got two interviews and accepted a position with a highly respected pharmaceutical firm.

Many of our clients do have many “official” accomplishments, particularly clients from large companies and the military. They were selected for awards, won contests, earned bonuses, and received formal letters of appreciation for achieving specific goals. However, a significant number are like you - they worked at local or smaller companies that don’t generally offer much in the way of awards or official recognition. Just because your past employers haven’t formally recognized you, doesn’t mean you haven’t accomplished anything. Here are a few examples of accomplishments you can consider including on your résumé: • Whether it is sales figures, numbers of accounts, work volume, or calls answered, provide estimated numbers and show how they have improved over time based on your efforts. • Prepare a list of new clients you have landed or worked with, and describe how your actions or activities led to improving relations with new or existing clients. • Describe how you have played a key role in any initiatives or projects, such as converting to new software, training newly hired staff, or ensuring compliance with internal or external regulations. • Quote positive comments and scores from your Performance Evaluations. Even if you didn’t receive written recognition for a job well done, document the verbal compliments you’ve received from bosses. • Try to use the Challenge-Action-Result (CAR) formula. Describe the projects or challenges you faced at work, the actions you took to deal with them, and the improvements or results of your actions.

New Orleans Job Guru is New Orleans native Grant Cooper. President of Strategic Résumés®, Grant ranks within the top LinkedIn Résumé Writing Experts nationwide and has assisted the U.S. Air Force, Kinko’s, the Louisiana Dept. of Labor, the City of New Orleans, NFL/NBA players & coaches, as well as universities, regional banks, celebrities, and major corporations.

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Fogleman Farms, Marion, AR, has 3 positions for grain; 3 mos. experience required for job duties listed; must be able to obtain driver’s license within 30 days appropriate driver’s; tools, equipment, housing and daily trans provided for employees who can’t return home daily; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $9.50/hr; three-fourths work period guaranteed from 3/28/13 – 11/30/13. Apply at nearest LA Workforce Office with Job Order 524290 or call 225-342-2917.

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David W. Stroope Honey Co., Sanger, TX, has 4 positions for bees & honey; 3 mos. experience required for job duties listed with references; must be able to obtain driver’s license within 30 days appropriate driver’s; no bee or honey related allergies; tools, equipment, housing and daily trans provided for employees who can’t return home daily; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.57/hr; three-fourths work period guaranteed from 3/16/13 – 1/12/14. Apply at nearest LA Workforce Office with Job Order TX3162243 or call 225-342-2917.

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Jaime Silva Farms, Fabens, TX, has 12 positions for custom harvester; 6 mos. experience required for job duties listed; must be able to obtain driver’s license within 30 days appropriate driver’s license with air brake endorsement to drive grain & transporter trucks; tools, equipment, housing and daily trans provided for employees who can’t return home daily; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $9.73/hr up to $2100/mo. plus room & board depending on location; three-fourths work period guaranteed from 3/27/13 – 1/27/14. Apply at nearest LA Workforce Office with Job Order TX3162144 or call 225-342-2917.

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Experienced (2 years) line cooks needed in upscale, fine-dining restaurant. Must be available days, nights, weekends and holidays and be able to work in a fast paced environment. Email resume to will.Avelar@emerillagasse.com or apply in person with resume - Emeril’s Delmonico - 1300 St. Charles Ave., Mon – Fri - 11:00 am - 2:00 p

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McIntyre Flying Service, Angleton, TX, has 3 positions for hay; 3 mos. experience required for job duties listed; must obtain driver’s license within 30 days of employment; tools, equipment, housing and daily trans provided for employees who can’t return home daily; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.18/hr; three-fourths work period guaranteed from 3/15/13 – 12/30/13. Apply at nearest LA Workforce Office with Job Order TX2683052 or call 225342-2917. Roderick Cattle Co., El Paso, TX, has 2 positions for hay & livestock; no experience required for job duties listed; must be able to obtain driver’s license within 30 days appropriate driver’s; tools, equipment, housing and daily trans provided for employees who can’t return home daily; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $10.18/hr; three-fourths work period guaranteed from 3/15/13 – 1/15/14. Apply at nearest LA Workforce Office with Job Order TX2683505 or call 225-342-2917. To Advertise in

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Offers Volunteer Opportunities. Make a difference in the lives of the terminally ill & their families. Services include: friendly visits to patients & their families, provide rest time to caretaker, bereavement & office assistance. School service hours avail. Call Volunteer Coordinator @ 504-818-2723 #3016

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Interviews Mon-Wed on Lilac Street

East Half Farms, Marianna, AR, has 8 positions for grain, cotton & oilseed crops; 3 mos. experience required for job duties listed; must be able to obtain driver’s license within 30 days appropriate driver’s; tools, equipment, housing and daily trans provided for employees who can’t return home daily; trans & subsistence expenses reimb.; $9.50/hr; three-fourths work period guaranteed from 3/15/13 – 12/31/13. Apply at nearest LA Workforce Office with Job Order 522101 or call 225-342-2917

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Minimum 5 years experience required. Please send your resume or apply in person between 2 & 4 to: Patrick - General Manager 100 Lilac Street, Metairie, LA

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

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200 Broadway Street, Suite 142 New Orleans, LA 70118 CELL: 504-610-6264 Work: 504-866-2785 JeanieClinton@yahoo.com www,Latter-Blum.com/JeanieClinton For All Your Real Estate Needs Contact Me!

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3/2, 1931 sq. ft. of living space with spa/hot tub. Updated baths, crown molding, etc. MUST SEE! Call Sandy Ward Broker Associate, REMAX Cell # (504) 259-2616, office (504) 457-2616. sandyward@remax.com. Licensed Realtor in LA & USA

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FOR SALE/OTHER

CONDO FOR RENT Metairie Towers #305

611 HECTOR AVENUE NEW PRICE! $2,175,000

5693/7159 Sq. Ft: 6BR/5BA + 3 half baths. Natural Gas Generator, Finished 3rd Floor Bonus Space. Beautiful Gardens, pond, courtyard & parterre. Parking for 8+ cars. Extra side lot is perfect for a pool & guest house. Check out the online tour: www.snaponlinetour. com/1238 MLS#932055. Call me to schedule a showing! Ansley Seaver Marshall, JD, Cell: (504) 430-3887, AnsleyMarshall@gmail.com Keller Williams Realty, New Orleans. Licensed in LA Each office independently owned & operated.

Clean & bright unfurnished condo for rent. 1 Bed / 1.5 Bath, 804 sf. Renovated in 2010 with new Paint, new Carpet, and new appliances — A/C, stove, fridge, & dishwasher. Walk-in closet in bedroom, lots of storage, and bathrooms have been updated. Includes ceiling fan in living room, and faux-wood blinds on all windows. $1095/Month. CALL (504) 275-5700.

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2, 3BR Condos in Metairie. Spacious, Great location! Ridgelake Realty, (504) 836-3830 or Pam, cell (504) 236-4612

LAKEVIEW/LAKESHORE

814 Amelia St. 385,000

SENSATIONAL NEW CONSTRUCTION. 10’ ceilings w/8’ frosted doors. Gorgeous 3BR/2BA home Stainless steel appl, Carrera Marble backsplash wall mounted pot filler. Master w/ en-suite marble bathroom featuring double sinks. Joshua Walther, Gardner Realtors, 504.717.5612 cell; 504.891.6400 ofc.

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300 LAKE MARINA DRIVE

Luxury renovated 1 or 2 brm condo in beautiful high rise overlooking Lake Pontchartrain marina. Custom finishes. All amenities! Must see! $545,000 Ridgelake Realty, (504)836-3830 Pam cell (504) 236-4612

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This is an amazing waterfront property with a main house, private guest site that sleeps 4-6, 3 boat slips, salt water pool, hot tub and a deck with a gazebo overlooking the water; truly a dream come true. $549,000. Carolyn Talbert, Keller Williams, 504-330-0901 or 504455-0100. www.CarolynTalbert.com Top Producer since 1985. Each office Independently Owned & Operated

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LAKEFRONT 500 Lake Marina Dr. #203

Beautiful Lakefront condo overlooking pool. All newly renov, 1 lg BR, 1 BA w/ jacuzzi tub. & powder rm, den & din. rm. ALL NEW appl, w&d. Amenities: granite counters, elevator, lobby mailbox, pool, gym, private covered pkg, no pets. $129,000. 504-710-9062, Sandra.

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Completely renovated condo! Must see! Spectacular kitchen & bath with top of the line appliances. Tile, granite & crown molding throughout. $129,900. Call Debbie for more info & to schedule an appointment, (504) 343-3515

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UPTOWN/GARDEN DISTRICT 1640 Duffosat Street, Unit F, $185,000

Fabulous condo located in demand location! Large windows surround the OPEN FLOOR PLAN offering an amazing tree top view. Hardwood floors throughout with lovely features including a freestanding fireplace and a BEAUTIFUL Cypress Wall creating large private Bedroom. New Orleans’ Famous Street Car is steps away offering easy access to downtown or to the Universities. Lush shared courtyard with gated entry. Joshua Walther, Gardner Realtors, (504) 717.5612 Cell. (504) 891.6400 Office.

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This Colonial Home Awaits You! This 8,412 SF home includes 5 Bedrooms & 4 1/2 Baths. Grand Marble Foyer with double staircase, Guest House with an extra 1900SF Living & Sauna area. Also 12 car garage. Contact Bonnie Buras, Coldwell Banker TEC Realtors, (504) 909-3020 or (504) 392-0022. Each office independently owned & operated

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Artist’s Atelier Cottage Just 2 1/2 blks from White Sandy Beaches of the Gulf, Featuring Screened Porch, 2 BR, Spacious Eat In Kit, Living Rm, Study. Lg rear Den and Deck. Located in the Depot District walk to Old Towne. Great Location for the Right Price. Call Susan at Property Bay Coast 504 231-2445.

For Sale Waterfront

2818 CADIZ, 5 PLEX

$329,000 subject to offer. Great 4,5 or 6 plex Uptown close to Ochsner and Thriving Freret St. $4,611 mo income, coin op laundry. Good location, Good Investment! Gardner Realtors, LOUIS (504) 874-3195

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1466 Magazine St., $539,900

THE COTTAGES AT THE OAKS OF LONG BEACH

Perfect Investment or 2nd Home! Located across from the Beach on Hwy 90. 3BR/3BA $159,900. Call Beth at 228-348-2114. Beth Blanchard Realty, LLC. Lic in MS & La (228) 348-2114 (MS Cell) or (504) 913-5220 (LA Cell) Oaks of Long Beach Luxury Townhomes www.oaksoflongbeach.com 91 Oak Alley Place, Long Beach, MS 39560 Sales & Resort or Corporate Rentals

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BEACH COTTAGE FOR SALE 317 BALLENTINE ST. $89,500

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512 Marina Rd., 3000 sq ft 3 br, 5 ba, 2 ca garage, boat dock, all modern amenitites. To see this very unique home, go to forsalebyowner.com and enter 70043 zip & view Paradise in St. Bernard. This is not only a great home it is an investment! Call 504-450-5400.

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5 suites currently used as a Bed and Breakfast with large yard and off street Parking. Real Estate Only $539,900. Owner/Broker

3 units located just off Magazine Street in one of the best blocks of the Irish Channel, Off street parking and nice rear yard.

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

Licensed by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission for more than 28 years with offices in New Orleans, LA 70130

CLASSIFIEDS REAL ESTATE MOBILE HOMES COURTESY MOBILE HOMES 7777 W. St. Bernard Hwy, Arabi, LA (504) 277-8106

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RESIDENTIAL RENTALS 404 Notre Dame - 1 bd/ 1 1/2 ba ........ $3000 523 Dumaine - 2 bd/ 2 ba ................. $3000 317 Royal - 1 bd/ 1 ba ...................... $1750 812 Esplanade - 1 bd/ 1 ba ................ $1400 CALL FOR MORE LISTINGS!

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BUSINESSES GREAT OPPORTUNITY!

3122 Magazine Street. Yogurt Shop Call (504) 289-9977 or (504) 895-6394

SUNBELT BUSINESS BROKERS

Interested in buying or selling a business in New Orleans? Bars For Sale: CBD, Mid-City, Metairie. Restaurants For Sale: Uptown, MidCity, Lakeview. Retail Shops For Sale: Fr. Qtr, Old Metairie Call Leora Madden, M.A., Business Broker (504) 275-6351 Leora.Madden@SunbeltNOLA.com

METAIRIE FURNISHED 1 BRDM CONDO Great location, w/d, gated, nr Causeway & Veterans. $900/mo incls utils. Call 504-957-6456 or 504-838-9253

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