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A part of ‘It’s Potty Time,’ a Bywaterwide art crawl, is on display in the bathroom at Bacchanal Fine Wine & Spirits in New Orleans on July 29.

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thing to explain, but once people experienced it, they understood the concept,” Giordano said. Organized by Giordano, “It’s Potty Time” is a self-guided Bywater art crawl running through Aug. 29. Visitors can hop from bar to bar, escape the summer heat, and discover murals, mixedmedia art, fabric collages, and other original works hidden be-

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nna Giordano, managing partner of Anna’s on Royal Street, pitched the idea to several Bywater dive bars to make art more accessible in an unconventional setting — the bathroom. “At ﬁrst, it seemed like a hard

hind restroom doors throughout the neighborhood. The installation was inspired by restroom art installations she encountered in Massachusetts and New York. Giordano said the installation is meant to support local artists and boost summer business at Bywater bars. She previously cofounded the pop-up gallery Salon D’Whatever, which brought local

artists into neighborhood bars each month. “We would feature artists in the service industry, as they often don’t get chances to show their work because they’re busy working nights and weekends,” Giordano said. The effort led to partnerships between nine local artists and nine venues, each artist trans-

forming a bar’s bathroom into a temporary art installation. At Anna’s bar, artist Jasmine Williams’ fabric ﬂower installation adds color and texture to the bathroom’s blue, grafﬁticovered walls and pink lighting. Williams, a copywriter by trade and a textile artist, embraced the

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POTTY Troy Carter to host Continued from page 1G passport fair at libraries The Office of U.S. ers, and markets Rep. Troy Carter are not only shapwill host a special ing the city’s future Passport Accepbut also challengtance Event from ing the old guard in 9 a.m. to noon on new ways. Brasted has writAug. 20 at the West Chris Bank Regional Liten about southeast Smith Louisiana for more brary, 2751 ManhatLIBRARY than a decade and tan Blvd., Harvey. LAGNIAPPE has lived there her Special passport entire life. Her acceptance fairs career began at are for anyone elithe Times-Picayune as an gible to apply in person. arts and entertainment All applicants must apreporter, and her work has pear in person, including since appeared in the New minors. Minors under 16 York Times, National Geomust appear with both parents. If one parent is graphic, the Wall Street unavailable, a DS-3053 Journal, Bon Appétit, and form or a notarized autho- Southern Living. rization letter from the Genealogy absent parent, along with a copy of their identificaMarguerite Scully will present “Irish Genealogy: tion, front and back, is Finding the Pot of Gold in required. U.S. and Irish Genealogy” The Louisiana Department of Vital Records will at 6:30 p.m. Aug. 12 at the Old Metairie Library, 2350 be on site to provide birth certificates for a fee of $15 Metairie Road. Gwen Kelley, a genealand only cash will be accepted for this service. ogy specialist, will lead a Bring the following series of 12 genealogical items when applying for seminars at 7 p.m. startyour passport: ing Aug. 12 for beginners n A printable passport and intermediates during application form, available the fall of 2026 at the East online, applications will Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., also be available on-site n A complete unsigned Metairie. The courses will passport application, filled focus on multiple geneaout in black ink logical topics, including n A certified copy AND a “AI and Genealogy,” “The photocopy of proof of U.S. Jewish Community in New citizenship, such as a birth Orleans,” and “Jewish Gecertificate and photocopies nealogy.” can be made at the library Saturday morning for a fee n If applying for a minor, writers clinic 15 or younger, and the parents are divorced, bring the Bill Loehfelm, author of child’s birth certificate and seven novels, including the critically acclaimed proof of custody n A valid photo ID, incrime fiction series about cluding a driver’s license, New Orleans police officer a military ID or a govern- Maureen Coughlin, will discuss character development employee ID n One 2x2 passport photo ment at 10 a.m. Aug. 15 at n Please bring any other the Wagner Library, 6646 certified documents, such Riverside Drive, Metairie. as proof of a legal name This event is free and open to the public. change. Loehfelm will focus on The U.S. Department of creating protagonists, anState fee is paid via electagonists, and secondary tronic payment only. For a full list of required characters. He says that documents visit travel. creating a fictional charstate.gov/en/passports/apacter involves defining ply/child.html for children their identity, motivations, and flaws. Writers build and travel.state.gov/en/ a memorable person by passports/apply/adults. establishing core basics html for adults. such as their role and For payment informabackground, giving them tion visit travel.state.gov/ clear internal and external en/passports/apply/help/ goals, and ensuring their fees.html. traits directly drive the ‘New Orleans Food Story’ plot forward. Local journalist Chelsea College night Brasted will discuss her new book, “New Orleans Carol Langston, Ph.D., Food Story,” at 7 p.m. will discuss “The College Aug. 24 at the East Bank Personal Statement” at Regional Library, 4747 W. 7 p.m. on Aug. 27 at the Napoleon Ave. East Bank Regional LiBrasted says that pracbrary, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie. This event tically everyone knows is free and open to the New Orleans food. Even public. During this prethose who have visited only briefly have standout sentation, Langston will memories of great meals share tips on how to write and perfect hospitality. an impressive college esMuch of that modern say, FAFSA, AI usage, and reputation has been driv- more. Langston has worked en by Cajun and Creole cuisine and by local chefs as a college counselor for more than 30 years. She and restaurants such as Commander’s Palace and has given presentations at several national college/ Lil’ Dizzy’s Cafe, which have created a tasty foun- admissions conventions and served as an admisdation for a new chapter in New Orleans dining. sions reader for a colThat’s because, just lege in the Northeast for like any Southern city in 3 years. Currently, she the United States, there works as an independent is so much more to New college admission adviser Orleans’ story, she says. and is the owner of LangsThough the city has been ton Educational Consulta place for diverse eating ing. since its founding, for the Mindfulness series first time in its history, the cuisines in kitchens Dr. Jayashree Rao will such as Dakar NOLA, lead an eight-week series Acamaya, and Queen Tri- of mindfulness sessions from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on ni Lisa are getting some Thursdays starting Aug. 6 time in the spotlight, at the East Bank Regional making for particularly Library, 4747 W. Napoleon rich eating. Ave., Metairie. In “New Orleans Food Story,” Brasted explores the food history of the Chris Smith is manager of city people think they adult programming at the know and reveals how Jefferson Parish Public chefs, bartenders, makLibrary.

exhibition’s playful concept from the start. “Everything makes me want to take a closer look, including the bathroom graffiti,” Williams said. “When Anna asked if I wanted to be part of a bathroom exhibit, my first thought was my show title: ‘Flowers From You Smell Like S***.’ ” Artist E Marshall, who moved to New Orleans in 2012 and graduated from the University of New Orleans with an art degree in 2020, set out to create “a viewing experience” and “mindscape” within the restroom at Faubourg Wines on St. Claude Avenue. His installation combines a large, intricate painting, hanging flags, bold colors and atmospheric lighting. “One of the walls in the bathroom is the same size as my painting,” Marshall said. “When you close the door, you can see my painting. It gives you a private place to look at art.” New Orleans native painter and muralist Morrah Burton-Edwards adorned the restroom walls at Bacchanal Wine on Poland Avenue with a vibrant mural. She chose a lively dance scene that captures the spirit of Bacchanal Wine, a venue known for its live music and vibrant atmosphere. “I had full creative freedom on what I painted on the walls,” Burton-Edwards said. She became involved with the project through her brother, who works as a service manager at Bacchanal. After earning a painting degree from Pratt Institute in 2025, Burton-Edwards was eager to take part in the Bywater art crawl. She also created a mural for the Krewe of Muses’ new den last year. In addition, she works as a visual arts instructor at Eternal Seeds, where she teaches high school-aged youth to create art. The mural was so well received that Katie Singer, general manager at Bacchanal Wine, said it will remain a permanent fixture in the bar’s restroom. “Her art is too good to remove,” Singer said. Since joining the “It’s Potty Time” art crawl, Singer said Bacchanal Wine has seen increased traffic and an overwhelmingly positive response from patrons and staff. She added that the venue plans to participate in future community art installations. “I believe this is a great opportunity for the community to discover local artists, and I think it’s a great way to beautify spaces that may normally be overlooked,”

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A part of ‘It’s Potty Time,’ a Bywaterwide art crawl, is on display in the bathroom at Anna’s in New Orleans.

in the bathroom at Anna’s

In the bathroom at Domino Lounge

In the bathroom at Faubourg Wines Singer said. Another participating artist is Chloe Harrison-Ach, whose locally framed ﬁneline drawings are on display at Pizza Delicious on Piety Street. Harrison-Ach, who has lived in New Orleans for nearly nine years, works in the service industry and describes herself as an artschool dropout.

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“I come from a family of artists, and I’ve always been encouraged to be creative,” Harrison-Ach said. Her work includes penand-ink pieces, oil-painted portraits and nature-inspired illustrations. Harrison-Ach said the restroom setting offers a fun way to introduce people to new art and gives the community a chance to

PET OF THE WEEK

The start of a new school year coincides with the peak of hurricane season, making it a good time to ensure the pet’s identification is up to date. Check that collars fit properly, ID tags include current contact information, and the pet’s microchip registration reflects the current phone number and address. If a pet is not microchipped, getting this done should be part of the back-to-school checklist.

Continued from page 1G For cats, consider adding a window perch, rotating toys every few days or hiding small treats around the house to encourage exploration while away. One mistake some pet owners make is turning departures and arrivals into emotional events. As difﬁcult as it may be, try to keep hellos and goodbyes calm and low-key. This helps teach pets that family members leaving and returning is no big deal and part of the daily routine. Most pets settle into their new routine within a couple of weeks. However, if a dog or cat experiences severe anxiety, refuses to eat or shows other concerning changes in behavior, schedule a visit with the vet. They can help determine whether there is an underlying medical issue or recommend strategies to help the pet adjust. Our pets may not under-

experience local creativity in an unexpected place. Other participating venues include Domino Lounge and Night Bloom on St. Claude Avenue, Bud Rips on Piety Street, Parleaux Beer Lab on Lesseps Street and BJ’s Lounge on Burgundy Street, rounding out the self-guided tour of the nine Bywater bars. Giordano said some of the artwork is available for purchase, and interested patrons can contact the artists directly on Instagram. To help visitors navigate the exhibition, Giordano created a map identifying each participating venue and artist. The map is available on Anna’s website (www.annasnola.com/its-potty-time) and by scanning the QR code on the event ﬂyer. “You can start anywhere you want,” said Giordano. “You can make an excursion out of it while supporting local artists and businesses.” Despite the oppressive summer heat, Giordano hopes to expand “It’s Potty Time” beyond the Bywater by adding bars and restaurants in neighborhoods such as the Marigny, Tremé, the Lower Ninth Ward and the Seventh Ward. “Anything that we as business owners can do in the doldrums of summer to drum up business, excitement and employ people is going to be a positive exercise,” Giordano said. “It deﬁnitely has the potential to be citywide.”

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Phillip is a playful 6-month-old pittie weighing about 35 pounds. He was found as a stray. He is still just a puppy, so he has lots of energy, curiosity, and a goofy personality. Phillip loves making new friends and is campaigning to become man’s and dog’s best friend. If you are looking for a loyal sidekick who will keep you smiling, Phillip is your guy. To learn more, email adoptionteam@animalrescueneworleans. Traci D. Howerton is org or submit an application at animalrescueneworleans. the volunteer manager org/adoptfoster. for Animal Rescue New stand school calendars, but they certainly notice when

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AROUND THE NEIGHBORHOODS BACK-TO-SCHOOL EVENTS

REVYNGE SPORTS FOUNDATION BACK-TO-SCHOOL DRIVE & YOUTH SKILLS CAMP: The foundation, dedicated to empowering youth through sports, education, mentorship, and community impact, will host a free community event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 16 at Milne Playground, 2500 Filmore Ave., New Orleans. Families will have access to free backpacks, school supplies, community resources, and a skills camp led by current and former collegiate and professional athletes. Backpacks and supplies will be distributed on a ﬁrst-come, ﬁrstserved basis while supplies last. Registration through Eventbrite is encouraged. https://www.eventbrite. com/e/the-pregame-byrevynge-sports-foundationtickets-1994607565923.

COMMUNITY EVENTS

SENIOR SUMMER TOURS: The New Orleans Council on Aging will host tours highlighting Jackson Square, Jax Brewery and Cafe du Monde at 10 a.m. Aug. 25, meeting at 1340 Poydras St. in New Orleans. The tours are led by Clerk Chelsey Richard Napoleon. RSVPs can be made by phone at (504) 407-0106 or online. civilclerkresearchctr@orleanscivilclerk.com. SUMMER NATIONALS: The American Bridge Association will host its summer tournament Aug. 6-15 at the Downtown New Orleans Marriott, 555 Canal St., New Orleans. https://ababridge.org/. CONVERGENCE: The Handweavers Guild of America will host its annual international fiber art experience, featuring five days of art, fiber, education, and community, Aug. 12-16 at the Sheraton New Orleans Hotel, 500 Canal St., New Orleans. The event includes exhibits, a fashion show, a marketplace, speeches, and workshops and seminars. Tickets start at $15. www.handweavers.org/ convergence. NEW ORLEANS INVITATIONAL BILLFISH TOURNAMENT: Registration is open for the New Orleans Big Game Fishing Club’s 51st tournament for big blue marlin, tuna, wahoo, and dolphin, to be held Aug. 20-23 at Cypress Cove Marina & Lodge, 235 Cypress Cove Road in Venice, with registration starting at noon on Thursday. www.louisianachampionscup.com/.

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THE BIG HEALTH EVENT: Registration is open for the Urban League of Louisiana’s one-day celebration of health, wellness, and community, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Aug. 15, at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, Hall J, 900 Convention Center Blvd., New Orleans. The event is free and open to the public. Free parking will be available in Lots F and G. Registration is available through Eventbrite. https://urbanleaguela.org/ bighealth/. VIRTUAL DEMENTIA TOUR: The hands-on sensitivity training experience designed to give community members, families and professionals a deeper understanding of the daily challenges faced by individuals living with dementia and memory loss will be held 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Aug. 13 at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church, 5875 Canal Blvd. in New Orleans. www. advisewell.org. BLUE ZONE SECRETS TO LONGEVITY: Be Well-Come Together will host a workshop on the microcosms around the world where living to be 100 is routine; they are known as blue zones. The

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Members of the Les Dames d’Escoffier culinary group packed the bar at Compere Lapin for the inaugural edition of Ladies Night NOLA, a happy hour series for summer 2026. workshop, part of the free monthly series “Aging Wisely, Responsibly, and Faithfully,” will take place 6-7:30 p.m. on Aug. 13 at St. Martha Church, 2525 Apollo Ave. in Harvey. It will be led by Chris Pomfret. No registration is required. (504) 368-2525.

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TOUR DA PARISH: Registration is open for the 12th annual bike ride through St. Bernard Parish, to be held Oct. 17, starting from the Los Islenos Museum & Complex, 1357 Bayou Road in St. Bernard. Distances of 10, 15, 30 and 51 miles offer riders of all ages and experience levels a chance to participate. Registration starts at $55. www. active.com/st-bernard-la/ cycling/races/tour-da-parish-2026.

FUNDRAISERS & GALAS

SAVE THE SHORELINE: The Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana’s third annual fundraiser will take place 8 p.m.1 a.m. Aug. 15-16 at Anna’s, 2601 Royal St. in New Orleans. Activities include food, music, live oyster shucking and a silent auction. https://connect.crcl.org/civicrm/event/ info?reset=1&id=990. BEWITCHING LUNCHEON: Tickets are on sale now for the New Orleans Garden Society’s 20th annual luncheon, to be held 11 a.m.-2 p.m. on Oct. 14 at the Chateau Golf & Country Club, 3600 Chateau Blvd. in Kenner. Led by emcee Margaret Orr, the event will include entertainment, a costume contest and the presentation of a check to this year’s Civic Award winner, the Edible Schoolyard New Orleans. Tickets for the event, themed “The Enchanted Garden,” are $100 per person. https://NewOrleansGardenSociety.org/Bewitching.

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TIPITINA’S FREE FRIDAYS: Tipitina’s, 501 Napoleon Ave. in New Orleans, will continue its free summer concert series for ages 21 and older on Aug. 14 with Bill Iuso + Pocket Chocolate. Doors open at 8 p.m. and the show begins at 9 p.m. for all series concerts. https://tipitinas.com/freefridays/. SUMMER MUSIC SERIES: The New Orleans Jazz & Blues Market’s series brings together local musicians at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesdays at 1436 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd. in New Orleans. The Aug. 12 performance features Jamison Ross. Tickets are $15 via Ticketmaster. https://jazzandbluesmarket.com/. PORCHSIDE PERFORMANCES: Free evening concerts will take place every Thursday in August at 5:30 p.m. on the porch of Ernst N. Morial Convention Center, Hall D, 900 Convention Center Blvd. in New Orleans. The Aug. 13 concert features Honey Island Swamp Band. Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. A cash bar will be available. http://mccno.com/ concert-series.

“GANKING MR. GUIDRY”: The world premiere of the play by Harold Ellis Clark, set during the 1878 Louisiana sugarcane harvesting season and featuring ﬁve workers who band together to stand against injustice, runs Aug. 13-16 at Le Petit Théâtre Du Vieux Carré, 616 St. Peter St. in New Orleans. Showtimes vary by day. Tickets start at $22. www.lepetittheatre.com/ events/ganking-mr-guidry. “3 AM IN WHITE LACE”: Blue Theatre Company presents a musical play set in 1977 New Orleans in a fading cabaret Aug. 20-30 at New Marigny Theatre, 2301 Marais St. in New Orleans. Curtain is at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale and start at $12.51 via Eventbrite. https://newmarignytheatre. com/event/3am-in-whitelace-aug-20-30-doors-730show-8pm/. “THE SAZERACS ON STAGE”: Tickets are on sale for the Aug. 27-30 performances from the Great American Songbook at Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, 325 Minor St. in Kenner. Curtain is at 7:30 p.m., with a 6 p.m. Sunday performance. Tickets start at $37. www.rivertowntheaters.com/event/thesazeracs.

start at $10 via Eventbrite. www.zeitgeistnola.org. “THE HANGED MAN”: Author Katherine Conner will release her new book, a Southern Gothic tale, at 5 p.m. on Aug. 15 at Garden District Book Shop, 2727 Prytania St., New Orleans. RSVPs can be made via Eventbrite. www. gardendistrictbookshop.com/ events. “THE MALTESE VERSION”: Author Katy Simpson Smith will be in conversation with C. Morgan Babst about her newest novel at 7 p.m. on Aug. 18 at Blue Cypress Books, 8123 Oak St., New Orleans. https:// bluecypressbooks.com/ event/2026-08-18/katy-simpson-smith-c-morgan-babstmaltese-version.

CLASSES & LECTURES

ART STUDI-O: Marwan Pleasant, a Black Masking Indian artist, will lead an immersive, three-part, hands-on workshop, 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., on Aug. 15 and 22 at Ogden Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St., New Orleans. Participants of all levels will learn the foundations of hand beading and advanced

techniques, culminating in a ﬁnished brooch pin. Registration is $150 for members and $165 for nonmembers. All materials are provided. https://ogdenmuseum.org/ event/art-studi-o-3/. SCENE STUDY: Crescent City Stage will offer classes for adults of all levels, 6-8:30 p.m. Aug. 17, 24, and 31 at 6063 Magazine St., New Orleans. Registration is $200. Additional adult improv classes will be offered on the ﬁrst Wednesday of each month, starting in August. Registration is $40 per session. www. crescentcitystage.com/adultclasses. LEARNING BEFORE LUNCH: The Aug. 13 presentation will be “A Conversation About New Orleans Business” with Rich Collins, an Emmy Awardwinning writer, musician, and actor known for the Disney Channel TV series “Imagination Movers.” The program will be held at UNO’s Homer L. Hitt Alumni Center, 2000 Lakeshore Drive, New Orleans, beginning at 9:30 a.m. with coffee and pastry. The presentation begins at 10 a.m. Annual membership is $20

per person, or a $5 donation for the event. www.learningbeforelunch.com. DUTCH OVEN SOCIETY: The Wego Cookers, part of the Louisiana Dutch Oven Society, will hold their monthly gathering on Aug. 15 at Pavilion 7 in Bayou Segnette State Park, 7777 Westbank Expressway in Westwego. Set up begins at 9 a.m., and sampling of the creations begins at 11:30 a.m. The event is free, but a $3 entrance fee is required for those under 62. (504) 756-1853 jheiken209@gmail.com. ALGIERS HISTORICAL SOCIETY: The society will meet 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Aug. 15 at the Algiers Regional Library, 3014 Holiday Drive on the Westbank. The speaker will be New Orleans native Zack Shelton, a retired FBI special agent, discussing “Conspiracy — JFK Assassination.” https://algiershistoricalsociety.org/index.html. PFLAG NEW ORLEANS: PFLAGNO will hold its annual member meeting at 6 p.m. Aug. 20 at Congregation Gates of Prayer, 4000 W. Esplanade Ave. in New Orleans. www.pﬂagno.org.

CULINARY EXPERIENCES

LADIES NIGHT NOLA: The series created by Chef Nina Compton of Compère Lapin continues through August, with a different collaboration each Wednesday night at 5:30 p.m. August events include dinner at Ayu Bakehouse x Mister Mao on Aug. 12; Rosedale x Porgy’s on Aug. 19; and Dolfy’s on Aug. 26. Ticket prices range from $40 to $45 per person per event. Events are open to the public, with reservations encouraged where applicable. Ladies Night NOLA continues through the end of September.

BOOKS & LITERARY EVENTS

“BORN IN FIRE!”: Author K.F. Breene will celebrate the publication of her newest book at 6 p.m. on Aug. 12 at Garden District Book Shop, 2727 Prytania St., New Orleans. RSVPs can be made via Eventbrite. https://www.gardendistrictbookshop.com/events-1/lizvartkessian-at-the-gdbs-1-1. “CLOUDTHIEF”: Author Nathaniel Rich celebrates the release of his new heist thriller at 6 p.m. on Aug. 14 at Garden District Book Shop, 2727 Prytania St., New Orleans. RSVPs can be made via Eventbrite. www.gardendistrictbookshop.com/events. “RECLAIMING ME”: Author Lequilla Vanessa Brown will sign copies of her new book from 3-7 p.m. on Aug. 15 at the Zeitgeist Theatre & Lounge, 6621 St Claude Ave., Arabi. General admission includes event entry and light refreshments. Signed copies will be available for purchase at the event while supplies last. A VIP experience will also be available. Tickets

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