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December 30, 2014

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Editor | KEVIN ALLMAN Managing Editor | KANDACE POWER GRAVES Political Editor | CLANCY DUBOS Arts & Entertainment Editor | WILL COVIELLO

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Review: Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar & Restaurant ..................................23 Old-school dning in a new restaurant Fork + Center ...........................................................23 All the news that’s fit to eat — and drink 3-Course Interview .............................................25 Lauren Morlock, coffee shop owner Drinks ........................................................................26 Beer Buzz; Wine of the Week Last Bites ................................................................. 27 5 in Five; Plate Dates; Off the Menu

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ON THE COVER The New New Orleans: Part 3 ...........................15 Residents speak out about the Lafitte Greenway, which is set to open this spring

7 IN SEVEN Seven Things to Do This Week........................... 5 New Year’s Eve, Fitz and the Tantrums, Gone With the Breaking Wind and more

NEWS + VIEWS News...........................................................................................7 Surrogacy in Louisiana promises hope for would-be parents — but it’s complicated Y@Speak + N.O. Comment............................................7 Overheard in New Orleans’ social media world

Scuttlebutt ............................................................................9 From their lips to your ears Bouquets & Brickbats ...................................................9 This week’s heroes and zeroes C’est What? .........................................................................10 Gambit’s Web poll Commentary........................................................................ 11 New Year’s resolutions for others Blake Pontchartrain .....................................................12 The New Orleans N.O. It All Clancy DuBos......................................................................13 Remembering civil rights leader Rudy Lombard

SHOPPING + STYLE What’s in Store .......................................................21 Pop City

Music .........................................................................34 PREVIEW: Quintron and Miss Pussycat Film.............................................................................38 REVIEW: Annie REVIEW: Unbroken Art ................................................................................41 REVIEW: Prospect.3: Grosse Fatigue and Anna Freud and Her Father Stage..........................................................................43 Events .......................................................................44 Crossword + Sudoku ...........................................52

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Brass Bed

Wed. Dec. 31 | National Public Radio has been among Brass Bed’s biggest national supporters, so it’s fitting that the Lafayette band gave one of its best performances of 2014 for the Tiny Desk Concert series in February. Opener “Yellow Bursts of Age” is a master class in languor. Carbon Poppies and Kind Cousin open at 9:30 p.m. at Gasa Gasa.

Jon Cleary, Dumpstaphunk and The New Mastersounds

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New Year’s Eve fleur-de-lis drop

Wed. Dec. 31 | Ringing in the New Year with Memphis, Tennessee’s thrash demons Evil Army is New Orleans hardcore punk outfit Classhole (featuring Paul Webb on drums and Gary Mader on guitar), which releases its self-titled debut LP, the first release on new local label Terror Cult Records. Gasmiasma and Six Pack also perform at 10 p.m. at Siberia.

Gone with the Breaking Wind

Wed. & Fri.-Sun. Dec. 31-Jan. 18 | Varla Jean Merman, Ricky Graham, Brooklyn Shaffer, Jefferson Turner, Sean Patterson and Brian Johnston present a parody of the classic 1939 Hollywood adaptation of Margaret Mitchell’s novel about the fall of the South. At 7:30 p.m. at Mid-City Theatre.

Wed. Dec. 31 | Funk in the new year with a solo performance by R&B and funk pianist Jon Cleary, Ivan Neville’s Dumpstaphunk and touring British funksters The New Mastersounds. At 10 p.m. at the Joy Theater. Wed. Dec. 31 | The Crescent City Countdown Club presents Big Sam’s Funky Nation and Terrance Simien & the Zydeco Experience on a stage on Decatur Street, and there’s a fleurde-lis drop at midnight followed by fireworks to ring in the new year. Beginning at 9:30 p.m. at Jackson Square.

Mahayla with Lovey Dovies

Sat. Jan. 3 | Electricspaceagesweetheart (Serial Lover), the call-it-a-comeback 2014 debut redux by Dave Fera’s Mahayla, sounds like it was pent up for seven years. Fera’s pop has several flavors: power (“Bestie”), chamber (“Sitting At the Table”) and deranged (“Caroline”). Lovey Dovies and Beautiful Sons open at 10 p.m. at One Eyed Jacks.

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eromy Moore was sitting on a mat on the floor of a hospital waiting room in India when he got the news: “It’s a healthy baby girl.” “The rush of emotions came over me,” he says. “This was it. The time had come and my dream of becoming a father can come true.” Moore’s path to fatherhood wasn’t typical. He always knew he wanted to be a parent, and even after he came out as gay in his early 20s, that desire never faded. He had a life plan. He would complete a doctorate in plant pathology, establish his career, buy a house and become a parent. The steps he took and the price he paid to father a child would have discouraged many, but Moore says his daughter, Cecelia, who is almost 2, was worth it. Moore chose gestational surrogacy — implanting an embryo into a surrogate, who carries the baby to term. The surrogate was in India.

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their own genetic Peter Dandridge and Cecelia child following the and Geromy Moore. birth. Contracts P H OTO C O U RT ES Y T H ERES A WA L LOT between surrogates and parents can be upheld in court under contract law, safeguarding parental rights, she says. “I’ve been doing this at least 10 years and nothing has ever gone wrong,” Kern says. She and her husband have three children born through in vitro fertilization. Despite nature, logistics and the governor, Moore was determined to become a father. He entered a relationship with Peter Dandridge, who at first was not keen on raising a child but changed his mind. Moore’s mother, Theresa Wallot, was overjoyed she would be able to experience grandparenting. Funds from an inheritance underwrote the expensive financial investment required. The journey parenthood took more than a year and involved trips to California for a semen deposit and to Mumbai, India, for the birth. There also were multiple layers of red tape. PAGE 8

Our two-part series on Louisiana’s film tax credits drew this response from a reader:

“There is a very big difference between the film tax credits and other tax credits — film tax credits are for the most part out and out cash outlays that have nothing to do with taxes. ... The simple and fair solution — end the cash redemption of and transfer of the film tax credits. Then the filmmakers will have to recognize income in the state to use them. It is a very unfair program to other taxpayers and the state would be better off if the entire industry left if in order to keep it we have to continue to pay 2535% of their expenses. Who wants an industry that extorts 25%-35% of their expenses from the taxpayers???” — I.B. Freeman

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Thousands of couples are undertaking the daunting process of having a child through gestational surrogacy. The practice is legal in Louisiana, but surrogates can be compensated only for reasonable living expenses to limit the possibility that surrogacy might become a cottage industry. (In cases where the surrogate isn’t given a large fee, the surrogacy is considered altruistic.) Under Louisiana law, the birth mother is considered to be the baby’s legal mother, even if she carries an embryo conceived with another woman’s egg. In many cases a biological father who has used a surrogate must adopt his own child after it is born. (Moore did not have to go through that step because his child’s birth certificate from India carries his name as the father and no mother’s name.) Last February, State Rep. Joe Lopinto, R-Metairie, introduced House Bill 187 to set up a legal framework for surrogate births in Louisiana, but Gov. Bobby Jindal vetoed legislation that would have authorized courts to approve the practice for couples medically incapable of conception. State Sen. Gary Smith, D-Norco, who backed the bill, has two children born through surrogates outside Louisiana. The bill, which failed, would have required surrogates to relinquish parental rights before the baby’s birth. Amy Kern, a Louisiana attorney who specializes in assisted reproductive technology law and adoption at her firm Beginning Families, says she would prefer that people using surrogacy be able to obtain a pre-birth order granting them parental rights while the surrogate is pregnant rather than having to adopt

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Because California’s laws are more surrogate-friendly than Louisiana’s, Moore chose to work with PlanetHospital in Beverly Hills, a company that pioneered medical tourism, which enables patients to get less expensive surgeries and medical procedures abroad. PlanetHospital President Geoff Moss contacted Moore and Dandridge immediately and began the process. Choosing an egg donor was done online. Moore and Dandridge were able to choose particular personality traits and specific talents that might be passed on genetically. For example, Moore is musical and hopes Cecelia will be as well. The couple picked three candidates and interviewed the women via Skype. Cecelia’s biological mother identified herself as a medical student who plays cello and does ballroom dancing. Moore also wanted a donor who would be willing to get to know Cecelia when she grew up. PlanetHospital helped the couple choose an American egg donor and a surrogate mother in India for a total cost of about $65,000. (Kern says in Louisiana the fee would be closer to $30,000 because of legal restrictions about what a surrogate can be paid; in other parts of the U.S., it can be as high as $120,000, Kern says.) For the $65,000 Moore paid, PlanetHospital handled consular fees, travel, hotel accommodations and coordination. Moore also had to pay for insurance, ovum pick up, transfer of two embryos, pregnancy tests, monitoring of the surrogate, compensation for the surrogate and surrogate aide, meal allowances, medication, medical monitoring and C-section. Gestational carriers who work with PlanetHospital agree to follow a strict health regimen and undergo regular examinations. Twelve eggs were harvested from the donor, but only two developed to the appropriate stage to be flown to India for implanting in the surrogate. The pregnancy was confirmed in about a week. Moss at PlanetHospital kept Moore and Dandridge informed about the progress of the pregnancy. Moore got a call from Moss on Feb. 25, 2013 informing him that the surrogate had gone to the hospital and Moore needed to get to Mumbai right away if he wanted to be present for the birth. Moore and his mother made some hasty arrangements, but when they arrived at the hospital, they learned the birth wasn’t imminent after all. “It wasn’t until we were in India that I was able to hear the heartbeat and to see a live ultrasound (of the baby),” Moore says. “Man, was that an experience. I cried. … It was from overwhelming joy.” Finally the day came. “My mom and I were sitting in the (hospital) waiting room with strangers; some of them were friends of my surrogate,” Moore says. “They kept looking at me and smiling.They were more informed about how things were going than I was. That’s partly because the ‘surrogate mother’ (the surrogate’s aide) was getting information. “At about 3:25, we were called out of the waiting room. The surrogate mother asked if we knew anything yet. I said ‘no’ and she

said, ‘It’s a healthy baby girl.’ So then the rush of emotions came over me. … Then the nurse came out with Cecilia not even cleaned up, freshly delivered, wrapped in a green blanket and crying her little lungs out. I let the nurse take her to clean, and I paid a visit to the surrogate. I repeated, ‘Shukran, shukran,’ which means ‘thank you.’” It wasn’t over yet. Moore and Wallot had to wait for a DNA test to establish paternity before he could bring Cecelia to the U.S. The process, which should have taken two or three weeks, took six. Twice, Moore says, he was approached for bribes to help expedite the process. “I was a little nervous about it — that someone might run off with my granddaughter,” Theresa Moore says. “I told my husband, ‘You’ll have to move to India, because I am not leaving.” Despite the obstacles, a growing number of people who want to become parents are choosing surrogacy. One out of seven couples cannot have children because one or the other is infertile, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. A recent New York Times article “estimated several thousand children were being born annually through gestational surrogacy.” Problems can arise because the gestational surrogacy industry is new and regulation is inconsistent, varying from state to state and country to country. (In the time since Moore dealt with PlanetHospital, the company has filed for bankruptcy and is being sued by clients for $1 million in lost deposits.) Because medical costs are much lower in some foreign countries and laws often are more lax, gestational surrogacy takes place in India, Thailand and Central America. India has since stopped allowing surrogacy for gay couples. The legal framework surrounding surrogacy is relatively new. In 1988, a New Jersey court had to decide whether

Geromy Moore and his mother Theresa Wallot play with Cecelia, who is almost 2 years old. P H OTO BY M A RY RI C K A RD

birth mother Mary Beth Whitehead or the biological father who had hired her had parental rights over a child the media named “Baby M.” A couple paid Whitehead $10,000 to carry a baby conceived with Whitehead’s egg, making her the genetic mother. After the birth, she reneged on the agreement and ran away with the infant. A New Jersey court ruled the surrogacy contract was legal and the Sterns were entitled to the baby. The New Jersey Supreme Court, however, ruled the contract invalid and called the payment to Whitehead “illegal, perhaps criminal and potentially degrading to women.” The court ultimately ruled it was in Baby M’s best interest to live with the biological father, and surrogacy since has become legal in New Jersey. After the Baby M case, in vitro fertilization, in which an embryo is implanted in a womb using a gestational surrogate unrelated to the child, became more popular. Gestational surrogacy is now the primary way for infertile couples to have children that carry their DNA. Gay men are the newest market. Since Cecelia was born, Moore and Dandridge got married in Washington, D.C. (same-sex marriages aren’t recognized in Louisiana), and Dandridge adopted Cecelia. The couple plans to remarry in Louisiana if same-sex marriage becomes legal here. Moore says he will consider adopting a second child, but having a child that has his genes was worth the time, money and legal wrangling. “Cecilia will never wonder if she’s wanted,” he says.

NEWS VIEWS BOUQUETS + brickbats ™ heroes + zeroes The Conrad N. Hilton Foundation

awarded the Loyola University New Orleans Institute for Ministry a $900,000 grant to help Catholic sisters in the U.S. and Africa. Members of four communities in the U.S. and three in Africa will receive graduate-level education through Loyola, and the grant also will provide computers, Internet access and solar power to its communities in Africa.

Patrick Robinson,

New Orleans Saints cornerback, received the organization’s 2014 Ed Block Courage Award, recognizing perseverance through adversity. Robinson suffered two knee injuries last year and completed surgeries and rehabilitation in time for the 2014 season, in which he made 19 tackles, one interception and four special teams tackles.

brought its seventh annual Royal Teddy Bear Tea to Children’s Hospital on Dec. 11. The event featured a parade and a visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus, and each child received a bear. The hotel’s annual event in its Grand Ballroom also includes a holiday toy drive, and local artists are commissioned to create tree ornaments, with proceeds benefiting the hospital.

Mark Morad and Divini Luccioni,

pleaded guilty in U.S. District Court Dec. 17 to a Medicare fraud scheme that paid out more than $50 million. Morad ran the scheme through several New Orleans-based companies he owned (and which he claimed performed services that were not provided), while Luccioni wrote the prescriptions and referrals to support the scheme. They will be sentenced April 1.

Quote of the week

“The policy of rewarding terrorists, authoritarianism and cruelty with concessions should not be the legacy we pursue. Therefore, I ask that you host a screening of comedy film The Interview for Members of Congress in the White House the week of January 5th, to be followed by a serious discussion of the strong, substantive retaliatory measures we plan to take as a nation against cyberattacks.” — Sen. David Vitter, in one of his many open letters to President Barack Obama, after Sony Pictures pulled the comedy following a cyberattack on the company’s servers that later was traced by the FBI to the nation of North Korea. Sony later reversed its decision, releasing the movie to a number of independent theaters. Chalmette Movies opened the picture on Christmas Day and screened it all week. Vitter later sent an email to his gubernatorial campaign supporters, urging them to see the movie and inviting them to watch it with him Dec. 29 at Chalmette Movies.

When is a kit not a kit?

NOPD says half the rape kits in its custody don’t need to be tested

Following its announcement that more than 400 untested rape kits are in its possession, the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) clarified on Dec. 20 that it has 209 untested kits that require testing — and another 220 that don’t. At a Dec. 18 New Orleans City Council Criminal Justice Committee meeting discussing the Office of Inspector General’s recent report alleging five detectives’ mishandling of hundreds of sexual assault cases, Cmdr. Paul Noel — who is heading an NOPD task force investigating the cases — revealed that NOPD has “in excess” of 400 kits in its custody. In 2012, following a U.S. Department of Justice audit, Noel led an effort to end the NOPD’s backlog of untested kits, many of which were more than 10 or 20 years old. “We are committed to clearing the backlog of sexual assault kits that require testing once and for all, and we are actively putting systems of accountability in place to ensure it never happens again,” NOPD PAGE 10

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Superintendent Michael Harrison said in a statement. Of the 220 rape kits that no longer require testing 16 were connected to homicides and were completed in the course of those investigations; 12 were assigned to the Orleans Parish Sheriff’s Department; two were from Jefferson Parish; and 35 were from cases cleared by arrest, a warrant or death. Another 130 kits are from cases in which the victim asked police not to investigate, while 25 kits revealed that the victim wasn’t sexually assaulted, according to NOPD. — ALEX WOODWARD

Smokin’ dice

Clean air could cost casinos and the state

If New Orleans bans smoking in casinos, the Louisiana State Police (LSP) projects a potential $100 million loss in gaming revenue and fees in the state within two years. In January, the New Orleans City Council will begin public hearings on a citywide smok-

ing ban in bars and casinos, a measure sponsored by District B City Councilwoman LaToya Cantrell and supported by the Louisiana Public Health Institute (LPHI) and several other groups. In its report to the Louisiana Gaming Control Board Dec. 18, the LSP Gaming Enforcement Division — using calculations based on a PricewaterhouseCoopers study projecting decreased revenues following a similar ban in Delaware in 2002 — determined the state could stand to lose more than $86.4 million in gaming revenue and another $17.4 million in fees. Gaming Division audit director Jeff Traylor emphasized to Gambit that the projections aren’t based on studies but existing data. In a letter to the City Council, the Smoke-Free New Orleans Coalition (made up of nonsmoking advocates and the LPHI) said the “doom and gloom” from the LSP is intended to “divert your attention away from the public

health benefits of smoke-free policies and create an atmosphere of doubt and fear.” The letter questions the legitimacy of the 2005 Delaware study (commissioned by the Casino Association of New Jersey), and points out that Delaware bars and casinos remain open almost 10 years later. The City Council plans to discuss the smoking ordinance at its Jan. 7 Community Development Committee meeting. — ALEX WOODWARD

Supreme consideration?

High court may hear appeal of Louisiana’s same-sex marriage ban

The U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether to hear an appeal of a September federal district court ruling upholding Louisiana’s ban on same-sex marriage. When the high court goes into a closed-door conference Jan. 9, it will decide whether to take up the case of Robicheaux

v. Caldwell, a suit brought in Louisiana challenging the state’s constitutional ban on same-sex marriage. U.S. District Judge Martin Feldman upheld the ban, saying the plaintiffs had not proved the ban violated equal protection or due process safeguards. Last week, the Supreme Court added similar cases from Kentucky, Tennessee, Michigan and Ohio to the same conference. All those cases are from the 6th District Court of Appeals. Also on Jan. 9, the U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals is scheduled to take up the Robicheaux case along with similar cases in Texas and Mississippi. A ruling in favor of same-sex marriage in that court would affect all three states. Right now, same-sex marriage is legal in 35 states and the District of Columbia. A recent court ruling will add Florida to that list as of Jan. 6 after the Supreme Court refused to block the move. — KEVIN ALLMAN

COMMENTARY

thinking out loud

Be it resolved … very year at this time, it’s our custom to make a New Year’s resolution list — a list of promises for others to keep in the coming 12 months. So, with our usual mix of serious hopes and tongue-incheek dreams, herewith our list for 2015. Happy New Year! • Mayor Mitch Landrieu should resolve all his ongoing legal issues. That’s a lot of issues. There’s the long-standing dispute with New Orleans firefighters over the city’s mandatory contributions to the firemen’s pension fund, which we admit is a tall order for any mayor (and council) to fill. When the pension fund performs poorly, the city gets stuck with having to make up the shortfall. That’s not fair, but unfortunately it’s the law. Then there’s the mayor’s ongoing fiscal dispute with Sheriff Marlin Gusman over the runaway costs of operating the city jail. Again, the city’s share of the tab seems unreasonably high under the current legal arrangement, but we’re hoping U.S. District Judge Lance Africk will inject some fairness — and accountability — into the mix, since the whole mess is in his court via a federal consent decree. Speaking of consent decrees, the mayor

also needs to continue honoring the federal consent decree that governs the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD). That, too, is a costly item, and NOPD has its share of other problems. • Gov. Bobby Jindal should finally acknowledge what’s been obvious for years now — that he’s running for president in 2016. He should further vow to remember his own remarks about Republicans not being the “stupid party,” and therefore give us no more embarrassing moments like posing with his family, all decked in camouflage, in an off-road vehicle parked on the lawn of the Governor’s Mansion. No one would ever confuse Jindal with a real outdoorsman. On a more serious note, the governor also should promise to stop lying about his administration’s record of fiscal mismanagement. Louisiana ran a deficit last year. In fact, our state has spent more than it took in for most of Jindal’s tenure as governor. He has papered over past deficits by “sweeping” (read: razooing) fund balances and reserve funds from a host of agencies and departments. Now there’s literally nothing left to swipe — and Jindal will have to face fiscal reality for his

next (and final) budget. Please, Governor, no more lies about Louisiana’s fiscal condition. • The members of the New Orleans City Council should resolve to adopt ordinances that reasonably govern smoking and noise — and work with the mayor and new police chief to get violent crime under control. • U.S. Sens. David Vitter and Bill Cassidy should acknowledge that representing Louisiana’s interests means more than opposing President Barack Obama at every turn just to strut their conservative stripes. Anti-Obama posturing was a recipe for winning elections in 2014, but it’s not a formula for governance. They should reach across the aisle to move America forward. • Louisiana state lawmakers should recognize that the governor is detached from fiscal reality and determined to spin his way out of a deficit. They should therefore put aside party divisions and steer Louisiana through the treacherous financial shoals that lie ahead — because Bobby Jindal isn’t going to lead the way responsibly. They also should stop looking over their political shoulders for approval from the Louisiana Family Forum.

• New Orleans Inspector General Ed Quatrevaux should resolve to keep kicking ass and naming names. • NOPD Chief Michael Harrison must resolve to be the transformational leader the NOPD has needed for more than a decade. He will have to confront many challenges: low department morale; a scandal in the sex crimes unit; a challenging consent decree; trouble in the electronic monitoring program; and a spate of violent crimes in the French Quarter and CBD. Godspeed, Chief! • BP should finally acknowledge that its own lawyers crafted the 2012 settlement deal that BP is now trying to invalidate. A lower court refused to toss out the deal, and in December the U.S. Supreme Court denied BP’s petition to hear the case. BP should stop footdragging and pay the Gulf Coast what it’s due from the company’s gross negligence in the 2010 oil disaster. • The New Orleans Saints must recognize that its glorious Super Bowl win is now five years in the past. The team is back where it has been for most of the franchise’s history: among the wannabes. 2014 was a forgettable year, so let’s forget it. There’s a lot of work to do, but Job One is to start winning home games again.

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BLAKE PONTCHARTRAIN™ Questions for Blake: askblake@gambitweekly.com

Hey Blake,

I have tried to find out what exactly is or was that penthouse-looking top on the Hotel Monteleone. Someone once told me that it was Duke Ellington’s club, but I can’t find any evidence of that, or that he ever even played in New Orleans. I asked one of the bellmen at the Monteleone, and he said he had no idea. Scotty

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Dear Scotty,

You are correct that the name “Duke” appeared on the marquee of the Hotel Monteleone on Royal Street, but it wasn’t Duke Ellington. It was the Dukes of Dixieland. The original Dukes were formed in 1948 by trumpeter Frank Assunto, his brother Fred and father Jacinto, or “Papa Jac.” The band performed all over the world in the 1950s and 1960s. After the Assunto brothers died, the band was reborn in 1974 with a different group of musicians, including trumpeter Connie Jones as leader. In April 1974, producer/manager John Shoup and the Dukes leased what had been Louis Prima’s nightclub on the top floor of the Monteleone and renamed it “Duke’s Place.” They performed there for 12 years before leaving the hotel in 1986. The Dukes now perform regularly aboard the steamboat Natchez, when they’re not on tour. The rooftop penthouse you refer to at the Hotel Monteleone is not the club, but a

Duke Ellington never had a club at the Hotel Monteleone, but the Dukes of Dixieland (pictured) played at Duke’s Place at the hotel for a dozen years and now perform on the steamboat Natchez.

private residence for the Monteleone family, which still owns the hotel. In fact, the Monteleone is the oldest hotel in America still owned by its original family. As for Duke Ellington, he may not have had a permanent club in New Orleans, but he and his orchestra performed here several times. He played the Municipal Auditorium in 1935 and 1938, then returned in 1951, 1968 and 1970. That year, he performed five nights at Al Hirt’s club on Bourbon Street and, more notably, at the first New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival. To mark the occasion, Ellington was commissioned to write a new work, The New Orleans Suite, which won a Grammy Award in 1971.

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coop Kennedy had a resume that few in New Orleans can rival: reporter, sportswriter, gourmet and authority on Creole cooking and jazz. His real name, which few people knew, was Merlin, but he earned the nickname “Scoop” for eagerly running from assignment to assignment while working for the New Orleans Item newspaper in the 1920s. He covered news and sports, even penning a column called “Goal Post Mortems.” After World War II, Kennedy worked for the American Red Cross in Paris, where he also attended Le Cordon Bleu cooking school. That would help him segue into the next phase of his career: gourmet. As a chef, he appeared on his own cooking shows on WDSU. He also wrote cookbooks, food columns and a din-

ing guide, organized food festivals and belonged to several gourmet societies. Newspaper columnist Howard Jacobs once called him “America’s number one gourmet, having cooked 1,600 different dishes — and presumably eaten them.” In the 1960s, Kennedy joined the public relations staff of New Orleans Mayor Victor Hugo “Vic” Schiro. Columnist Jill Jackson congratulated him on his appointment by writing, “I know of no one who knows and loves New Orleans more. While he and his wife Emily were in Paris, Scoop admitted to me via letter that he was the most homesick man who ever left town. I am sure if he has his way now, he will never ever again go any further than Algiers.” Kennedy died in 1982.

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POLITICS

A quiet, joyful hero New Orleans businessman Don Hubbard, who worked with Rudy in CORE and helped drive some of the Freedom Riders to Mississippi during the 1960s, recalled how Rudy led the McCrory’s sit-in. “We were sitting in the kitchen at Oretha Castle’s house,” Hubbard said. “We asked ourselves, ‘How can we organize a sit-in?’ Rudy said, ‘Leadership!’ When we asked, ‘How can we get

us a good leader?’ Rudy said, ‘Well, I’ll show you. Let’s go. We’re going to Canal Street.’ It all started from there. … Rudy was always the guy who, when others said, ‘Maybe we should do something,’ he would say, ‘We is us! We don’t need to wait on anybody.’ He never hesitated to take that first step.” Rudy’s arrest at McCrory’s led to the Supreme Court’s landmark civil rights case of Lombard v. Louisiana — and to a lifetime of travel, research, writing, mentoring and leading. In eulogizing his older brother, Judge Lombard called him “my Google before the Internet.” “If I needed to know something, I ‘Rudied’ it,” he said. “Impressionist art? Monet, Gauguin, van Gogh? Ask Rudy.”

“He made me read,” the judge recalled later. “Any book he brought into the house, I better be prepared to discuss it. He made sure that I was prepared. He also shielded me. He knew I was too young to be out there facing the dangers of the civil rights movement like he was. But he made sure I met all the great leaders of the movement, especially the lawyers. That’s what inspired me to become a lawyer.” Hubbard echoed that reflection. “Rudy was a driving force in the national civil rights movement,” he said. “He is one of the reasons why I got to meet the James Baldwins of the world. Everybody just migrated to the guy. And he had the unique ability to meet everybody on their level, whether it was a guy picking up trash on the street or a guy with a Ph.D. like him.” Jacques Morial, son of the late Mayor Ernest N. “Dutch” Morial, described Rudy as someone who “squeezed 150 years of life into 75 years of living.” That’s the side of Rudy that I remember most. He would call me every so often with an idea, and every time I saw his name on caller ID it made me smile — because I could never guess what the call was about, but I always knew it would be something interesting and fun. When I saw Rudy lying in his coffin, he had that same little smile on his face. Hubbard summed up Rudy’s impact on people by recalling Maya Angelou’s famous words: “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” “Rudy always made us feel better,” Hubbard said. Even in the final weeks of his sickness, Rudy never stopped thanking people. That was just his way. “Some of those people only knew him for two weeks, but he thanked every one of them,” Judge Lombard said. “Anybody else would have been cursing the Lord.” Not Rudy. In fact, if it’s possible to make things better in heaven, Rudy’s already organizing the effort. And this time, he’ll get the credit he deserves.

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n more than 40 years of covering politics, I’ve encountered countless poseurs who take credit for things that others make happen. Only rarely have I met someone who lives by the old wisdom that there’s no limit to what can be accomplished if you don’t care who gets the credit. Rudy Lombard was one of those rare individuals who never sought credit for the many great things he did. Rudy was one of the early leaders of the modern civil rights movement in New Orleans. He was a national vice president of the Congress of Racial Equality (CORE). While still in college at Xavier University, he was arrested for leading New Orleans’ first anti-segregation lunch counter sit-in at McCrory’s on Canal Street. He took his case all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court and won. Rudy earned a doctorate in urban planning from Syracuse University and ran for mayor of New Orleans in 1986. He finished a distant fourth, but he made public housing a major issue in that race. In his spare time, he co-authored the first black Creole cookbook, Creole Feast, and in his later years he was a leading researcher and advocate for educating African-American men about the dangers of prostate cancer, which he contracted a decade ago. Rudy died Dec. 13 at the age of 75 after a brave battle against pancreatic cancer. He was surrounded by his younger brother, Louisiana 4th Circuit Court of Appeal Judge Edwin Lombard, and other family members. At the visitation and in conversations afterward, Judge Lombard and Rudy’s friends remembered him the same way I do — as a quiet, joyful hero. “The most amazing thing about Rudy was that he was so reluctant to talk about himself and his contribution to the (civil rights) movement,” Judge Lombard said. “I used to be angry about the fact that Rudy paid his dues and never got any note for it. He would just shrug it off and say, ‘Don’t worry about it. There’s plenty to go around — plus you know it. That’s enough.’ It bothered me, but it never bothered him.”

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W E THE N E H , T S N A E L R O W E : N 3 T R PA

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Editor’s Note: In 2014, we’ve talked a lot with readers about how New Orleans has changed in the nine-and-a-half years since Hurricane Katrina — for better and for worse. “The New New Orleans” has been on Gambit’s cover twice, and for the third installment of this series, we’re taking a look at a project that encompasses many of the city’s changes — social, geographical, environmental and economic: the Lafitte Greenway.

PHOTO BY JEANIE RIESS

EMELDA PAUL

HAS LIVED AT THE INTERSECTION OF ORLEANS AVENUE AND INTERSTATE 10 FOR 44 YEARS. SHE ALSO IS A FOUNDING MEMBER OF THE SOJOURNER TRUTH NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER.

“I’ll be excited about it if I live to see it. You know, the things that are going to be happening: You’re going to have the bike path, the walking path, and then they’re going to have all kinds of activities like basketball, soccer. ... There’s going to be an area where you can sit and just relax. I’m most excited about the water. “With the revitalizing of the neighborhood, this is going to PAGE 16

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he idea for the Lafitte Greenway, a 2.6-mile linear park that will run through the heart of New Orleans from Mid-City to Armstrong Park at Basin Street, began after Hurricane Katrina and the levee failures in 2005. For the past eight years, a group of dedicated residents called Friends of Lafitte Corridor (FOLC) has been lobbying and raising money for a park that rides along the old Mid-City railroad tracks. This spring, that vision will become a reality, after a handful of false starts and groundbreaking delays frustrated both neighbors and stakeholders. But with more than 70 percent of the asphalt down and a set of plans that includes football and soccer fields, a biking and walking path, planting local flora and installing drinking fountains and benches, the Greenway is well on its way, though the city still does not know who will manage this unprecedented project on a parcel of public land. Director of Public Works Mark Jernigan says the hours of the park, or whether the city will even enforce hours (the way it does for, say, the year-old Crescent Park in Bywater, which closes at 6 p.m. nightly), will be “determined as part of the operational plan for the Greenway.” But the city doesn’t have such a plan in place and hasn’t named an agent to be responsible for the park’s maintenance and general upkeep. To deter crime, the city has installed LED trail lighting and allocated money in its annual budget

for the Department of Parks and Parkways to keep the Greenway safe. Beyond that, plans for security aren’t specific. “I wouldn’t say we have any special concerns at this time,” Jernigan says. “This is something that would potentially be addressed as part of the business and operations plan for the park down the road.” In other cities, greenways have helped to reconnect neighborhoods that were disconnected by the construction of highways and interstates during the urban renewal projects of the 1950s and ’60s. For example, Atlanta’s Eastside Trail, which opened in 2012, connects 45 inner-city communities as part of the city’s BeltLine project. When the city broke ground on the Greenway last March, Mayor Mitch Landrieu spoke to that reconnection directly: “It’s a linear park that is going to stretch 2.6 miles from Armstrong Park all the way to City Park,” he said. “The most exciting thing is reconnecting neighborhoods that have been disassociated for a long time.” But the construction of the Lafitte Greenway inherently raises the question of gentrification. Riding along the path as it is now, you’re taken through old warehouses vacant since Katrina — the kind that look like ripe infrastructure for the craft cocktail and yoga studio patrons that have kept rents and property taxes rising across the city for several years. For the most part, though, after years of charettes (meetings where groups develop design solutions) organized by both FOLC and the city, residents who live along the corridor seem ready for a change. “There is a tremendous amount of investment in affordable housing in this corridor, which is something we’re most fortunate for,” says Sophie Harris, executive director of FOLC. “The Faubourg Lafitte development is right on the corridor, and the Iberville development, those are some of the biggest investments in affordable housing. These are incredibly culturally rich neighborhoods. They’re the most culturally rich neighborhoods in the country. It is really essential that this is an amenity that exists for the people who have lived in these communities.” Business owners are getting involved in the Greenway’s construction, hoping it will bring more people to the neighborhood or catch their interest on their way to other places. — JEANIE RIESS

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be really beautiful. At one time, in the area right over here at Galvez and Lafitte, there was a community garden, all of that has been cleared. … “After Katrina, this is when all of it started. Even with Katrina, out of the negative came the positive. There are so many good things that have happened. ... With the good, you’re going to have the little negative in there, like crime. But with all the good, we focus on the positive. (Property tax rates) are a problem all over New Orleans; after Katrina, rent has escalated ... but as I said, with all these positive things, you’re going to have the negative things. We’re trying to stay focused on what we can do to make it better. … “People are talking about the Greenway. My daughter that lives in Houston, she’s down here visiting with me and she says, ‘What’s going on with our park? What do they have going on over there?’ I said, ‘Darling, that park will not be a park anymore. It will be something even better.’ People are excited about it. I have a lot of friends that are asking, ‘What’s going on?’ ... I want to be a part of what’s going on. I want to be a part of the solution, not a part of the problem.” — AS TOLD TO JEANIE RIESS

DISTRICT A CITY COUNCILWOMAN SUSAN GUIDRY WAS ONE OF THE

FIRST SUPPORTERS OF THE LAFITTE GREENWAY.

“I was still an evacuee when I pulled up on my laptop an email from someone that had gone out to a lot of people talking about the possibility of building a greenway along the old railroad track. I actually cried because it was the first time I had read or heard or thought that there was anything positive that could come out of what we went through. And so, you know, it was a revelation that there could be good things in our future. … When we got back home, eventually we learned that this group was forming, the Friends of Lafitte Corridor, and my husband and I joined it. “It’s still difficult for me to talk about without choking up. I think it’s that it will be a connection between so many diverse neighborhoods. It will connect, basically, the French Quarter to the Lakefront. Of course, it’s a very healthy connection. “It’s exciting that along the Treme area and Faubourg Lafitte the Greenway is going to be much wider, sort of park-like. There used to be playing fields there for the kids in that area, and we’re going to be able to put some of that back. … When we did the design charettes, that’s what the people in that area wanted. Down by the Carrollton area, they just wanted a passive walking and biking path, and that’s what we’ll have there. So the structure of the Greenway actually fits the people in the different areas. “We did put money in the budget for maintenance, so that will be taken care of, and it’s going to be under the direction of Parks and Parkways. The management piece has been a topic of conversation for quite some time and of course, we should have that in place right now. But I think it may involve some combination of the Trust for Public Land and the Friends of Lafitte Corridor. ... “I know that we have the security with the lighting. We’re talking about other types of security. But there’s no way to close this park. It’s more of a pathway, for the most part, so it will remain open. Of course (I am worried about crime). That’s a concern across the city in open spaces, and it’s something that we’re going to have to look at very carefully. “I certainly think that having the Greenway run through the neighborhood is going to be a positive thing for the neighborhood. I think property values pretty much are rising all over the city. I would not think that the Greenway would have the kind of impact that would mean that someone who owns the house now in the area of the Greenway would get to a point that they could not afford their property taxes. It would not have that kind of impact.” — AS TOLD TO JEANIE RIESS

ANTOINETTE DAVALOS IS THE OWNER OF BABY’S SNACK BOX ON ORLEANS AVENUE IN TREME.

“Yeah, I guess I’m excited. I’m not sure if I’ll use it because I’m not really from the area, so when I do travel, it’s in a car. We may take a stroll, who knows? “It should help bring more business, people stopping by on their way. Maybe a quick drink, water, a soda, stuff like that. It’s a possibility (that it will help develop the neighborhood), because you’ll have a lot of different people visiting, traveling, and maybe they’ll like the area and want to move in. The housing development has helped business. “I didn’t really know much about [the Greenway]. I hear it through news or whatever, but I never really researched to see the whole plan of it or anything like that. No one really contacted me about it.” — AS TOLD TO JEANIE RIESS

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“There was about a 17-acre parcel of land that the city had sold ... to a movie production A PROGRAM MANAGER company. This is the large FOR THE TRUST FOR tract of land that runs from Claiborne (Avenue) almost to Sojourner Truth PUBLIC LAND. Community Center. It’s a pretty big chunk of land and the city had sold it to this production company, LIFT, and [the company] ran into difficulties and went into bankruptcy and the city realized, ‘Oh, there’s all this contiguous land, let’s think about a greenway.’ The city realized that that parcel wasn’t in their control anymore, so Trust for Public Land negotiated through the whole bankruptcy procedure to kind of reacquire that land on behalf of the city. “We are a 42-year-old national nonprofit and we do a lot of land conservation on a big scale — many, many acres of wild land. The goal for Trust for Public Land is to conserve land for people to enjoy. … In New Orleans we worked on the [Zemurray Trail] in City Park, in the front of the museum. And then we put in a fitness center adjacent to it with outdoor exercise equipment. We work really closely with public partners. We don’t hold land. We don’t manage land. We always work to increase the capacity and aid our city partners. … “I really do believe that public space, and especially something like a greenway, because it touches so many people, it transverses such a wide swath of communities, that it really can be transformational. It can give people access to green space that they didn’t know they had. This land has been sitting there, but it hasn’t been activated. It hasn’t been designed for people to use it, and I think it can transform the way people see their neighborhoods, the way people see their city. “Greenways are very successful, innovative ways of giving people park access. They’re nontraditional; it’s not a big chunk of land like a City Park or an Audubon. But we find that little bits of green space can have a huge impact on people’s public health. The Greenway will be a new way of transportation, people can get to work in the French Quarter on bicycles. … It can really transform a community.” — AS TOLD TO JEANIE RIESS

ANDREANECIA MORRIS IS VICE PRESIDENT

“In Faubourg Lafitte … one of the things that’s missing in that area is significant recreation space. There is Armstrong Park, which has the Treme Center, but there’s not a lot of green space in the immediate neighborhood. And so we at Providence, with our partners at Enterprise (Community Partners) and [L+M Development], we have a playground and a green space and tennis courts, and there’s going to be even more green space at the property, but there’s still not the big signature park and ball fields that you see in a lot of the neighborhoods in New Orleans now. “The part of the Greenway that’s next to Faubourg Lafitte is going to have the ball field; there’s going to be other amenities as well. We’re working … to do an outdoor athletic space for adults, and the folks at FirstLine are going to do a little rain garden on the Faubourg Lafitte property on the Greenway. “We’ve got homes for sale starting soon. Just imagine. Some of the homes that we’ve sold in the Mid-City area are on the Greenway. Being able to buy your first home — because we work with first-time homeowners — on the Greenway is just a tremendous opportunity for people to be a part of this next version of the American dream and the New Orleans dream. “Post-Katrina, you have to be deliberate, working to keep the opportunities there. We are rebuilding the city for New Orleanians. … I think we have a plan to mitigate those circumstances (of pricing locals out of the neighborhood), but I think everyone needs to be honest that it’s a possibility in order to make sure it doesn’t happen. ... I always say that we want to create these opportunities for the people who call these neighborhoods home and have done so for years. ... We need to be deliberate and say: It can’t be about rebuilding buildings; it has to be about rebuilding community. And what is community if not the people of this city?” — AS TOLD TO JEANIE RIESS

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JAY NIX IS THE OWNER OF

PARKWAY BAKERY & TAVERN AND A BOARD MEMBER OF FOLC. “The most positive thing about it is that stretch of railroad tracks really ran through an undesirable and sort of desolate space. Because it was railroad tracks, a lot of the businesses lent themselves to the railroad. It was sort of the loading dock for the trains, so they had no desire to landscape it or make it picturesque. Even now, when you go down the trail, you’ll see that people are thinking how they can make the back of the building into the facade that faces the Greenway. So what used to be hidden is out there. It’s really cool. “It’s going to take a little time to catch on. I may fool myself, but this is the difference between [the Greenway and] a lot of the other parks like Crescent Park, City Park and Audubon Park: You’re pretty much just running in a circle. It doesn’t go from one place to another. With the Lafitte Greenway, you can get on it downtown and you can go to Lakeview. It’s actually a route. … It gets you off the street. Orleans Avenue has a bike path, but it’s tight, it’s scary. The bike lane is a little too close for comfort. … “FOLC has been working on promoting the Greenway for years, starting after Katrina. And so, we’re interested in seeing it grow, and any help that we can give anyone to grow the Greenway, we will.” — AS TOLD TO JEANIE RIESS

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MARY MATTHEWS

“At the IS A groundbreaking ceremony for the NEW ORLEANS NATIVE WHO Greenway, one thing PLANS TO OPEN A BUSINESS (Mayor Mitch Landrieu) said that I thought ON THE LAFITTE GREENWAY. was spot on was that for years urban renewal policies and highway planning reinforced segregation and broke apart communities, and for the first time we’re building this thing that’s going to connect people and become a community space. There are so many positive impacts that can have. One, jobs — given 19 percent of households in New Orleans don’t have access to cars. Are we prioritizing things in safe ways for people who depend on bikes? “Cars don’t spend money, people do. If you get people passing through slower, they’re going to see your business. They’re going to stop and interact with it. What’s important to me is for the city and businesses to invest in being accessible to people. The more we have that infrastructure, the more possible it is for people like me to not have a car. I moved back a little over a year ago, and I haven’t had to buy a car because we have better bike infrastructure. All that money I would spend on a car — buying it, insurance, gas — it’s all now dispensable income. … That’s more money going to the local economy. “The challenge is the cost of using a space that already exists. A lot of it has just been sitting (since Hurricane Katrina). It can be as expensive to get to working order as something that’s built from the ground up. It’d be helpful if there were NORA (New Orleans Redevelopment Authority] facade grants like they have on Broad Street — any kind of policy, tax credit or historic preservation credit, where people were incentivized to come in and reduce blight. “(The BeltLine in Atlanta), people were completely overwhelmed. You would never guess how many people use it. It reflected the diversity of the city — all kinds of people were using it. That’s something I think we’ll see with the Greenway. It goes through all kinds of neighborhoods. Biking is really accessible to everyone and really brings people together. It’ll be a community space that everyone in New Orleans can connect with. “My hope is that there will also be a lot of kids using it to get to schools that are off the Greenway. I really admire Safe Routes to Schools. They have this great state where a generation ago, 50 percent of kids were walking and biking to school, and by 2009, we were down to 15 percent. That has a huge impact on the city. A lot of kids actually live in walking distance but don’t walk to school. The Greenway will be a safe route for kids.” — AS TOLD TO ALEX WOODWARD

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Orleans-themed wooden coasters and postcards. Findley also stocks garments she designed: To The Nines, a line of dresses, skirts and pajamas, all are made on the West Bank. The Crescent Collection, which includes evil eye jewelry handmade in Turkey, is also designed by Findley The art gallery in the rear sets Pop City apart from Findley’s other stores. A new venture for Findley, the gallery celebrated its grand opening during October’s Art for Art’s Sake event. A show by Nurhan Gokturk attracted more than 450 viewers to the art gallery. “We’re serious about selling art,” Findley says. “I can’t keep the tambourines that [current artist] Dr. Bob does in stock and his ‘Be Nice or Leave,’ of course.” In the future, Findley hopes to carry more locally made products in Pop City and use it as a pop-up space for fashion designers. “I would like to have over 50 percent of our products here representing local people,” she says. “I want to offer a place for local designers, local artists to put their stuff in here.”

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Discoveries Furniture & Finds (2850 Magazine St., 504-267-2000; www.discoveriesla.com) holds a storewide sale through Thursday, Jan. 1. All items, including clearance goods, are 20 percent off. Youfit (3066 Holiday Drive, 504-312-4197; www.youfit.com), a national health club chain, opened its first Louisiana location last month. Through Wednesday, Dec. 31, pay $115 for a one-year membership. The club is open 24 hours on weekends and offers group exercise, yoga and Zumba classes.

The second annual Caluda’s King Cake Festival takes place from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

by Missy Wilkinson

Saturday, Jan.3. Caluda’s King Cake (1536 River Oaks Road W., 504-218-5655; www. kingcakeshop.com) will sell $25,000 worth of king cakes, and all proceeds will benefit Animal Rescue New Orleans, Susan G. Komen New Orleans and Parkinson’s Action Network. There will be games and live music at the event. Through Wednesday, Dec. 31, locals receive 10 percent off purchases when they show a Louisiana state ID at Pop City (940 Decatur St., 504-528-8559; 3118 Magazine St., 504-304-7744; www.facebook.com/ funrockn.popcity) and Funrock’n (1125 Decatur St., 504-524-1122; 3109 Magazine St., 504-895-4102).

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art women’s clothing boutique, part art gallery and part quirky gift shop, Pop City (3118 Magazine St., 504-304-7744; www.facebook.com/ funrockn.popcity) recently underwent a makeover that reflects owner Rhonda Findley’s commitment to sustainability and local artists. Business partner David Gordin turned old shutters into mossgreen dressing room doors and topped them with intricate fleur-de-lis woodwork. Reused fence posts from The Green Project adorn the ceiling. “We want people to come in here and really feel like they had a great experience and found beautiful things, from the clothing to my jewelry line,” Findley says. Findley opened Pop City with Gordin. It started as a venture inside one of their other businesses, FunRock’n (3109 Magazine St., 504-895-4102), which is across the street from Pop City. Findley sold women’s clothing, including some of her own designs, at the kitschy toy and gag gift shop. The clothing proved a success, and when a storefront became available two years ago, Findley expanded. In addition to women’s clothing and accessories, Pop City stocks locally made art, kitchenware and other goods. There are children’s books and cookbooks from Pelican and Acadiana Publishing. Local brands include Restrung Jewelry, NOLA Made and Steve Winn’s new line of New

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Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar and Restaurant revives a classic. By Sarah Baird

Calvin Prescott opened Kayla’s Restaurant in the Bywater. P H OTO BY S A R A H B A IRD

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restaurant’s upgraded take on Diners enjoy the elegant ambience of Richfondue elevates the throwback ard Fiske’s Martini Bar and Restaurant. concept to impressive levels, with gooey, nutty manchego P H OTO BY C HERY L G ERBER blended with sweet crabmeat and served with blistered what tomatoes and freshly baked, charmingly abRichard Fiske’s Martini stract-shaped crostini. Bar and Restaurant A trio of steak options are robust enough to soothe even the most dedicated carnivore where and is served with an array of sauce and Chateau LeMoyne, topping choices — from Stilton cheese and 301 Dauphine St., (504) grilled shrimp, to bearnaise and chimichurri. 586-0972; www.richardStilton — the pungent, English blue cheese fiskes.com — makes a number of appearances on the menu, but it shines as a dressing for the when impressive Boston Bibb wedge salad. The breakfast and dressing’s tanginess marries well with the dinner daily salad’s brittle balsamic-candied bacon and thinly sliced pickled onions. If you’re going for how much the full steak-and-martini combination, make it expensive a trifecta with this salad. what works The minor stumbles of some dishes lie in the chicken saltimbocca; execution. The duck confit is perfectly buttery, Stilton-dressed Boston but it arrived across a brie en croute that was Bibb salad; fried oyssoggy and lukewarm with a rubbery texture. ters and warm succoThe shepherd’s pie was Guinness-heavy and tash salad an ideal hearty meal to stave off any December chill, but several vegetables were distractwhat doesn’t ingly undercooked. soggy brie en croute acIf you’re in search of jazzy, luxurious envicompanies duck confit; rons to ring in 2015 or celebrate a milestone, shepherd’s pie Richard Fiske’s is an ideal setting to do so with martini in hand. check, please an elegant step back Email Sarah Baird at in time for martini drinkers and diners sarahgambitdining@gmail.com

Culinary options along St. Claude Avenue continue to increase, but not all dining and drinking spots are budget-friendly. The arrival of Kayla’s Restaurant (3036 St. Claude Ave., 504-949-3477) may offer high-quality food for diners watching their budgets. Everything on the menu at Kayla’s (yes, everything) is under $6. “We’re just serving up great food at prices that people can really afford,” says Calvin Prescott, who named the restaurant after his daughter. The menu features a stable of 6-inch po-boys, soul food favorites and changing plate-lunch specials, from barbecued pork chops to hot sausage and fried fish. Kayla’s is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Prescott is in the process of getting a liquor license, and the spacious downstairs bar has all the makings of a Bywater crowd-pleaser. — SARAH BAIRD

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The corner of Nashville Avenue and Magazine Street became a bonafide pie lover’s destination on Dec. 19 with the arrival of District Hand Pie & Coffee Bar (5637 Magazine St.; www.districtcoffeebar.com) on the already sweet stretch of street near bakery P’s & Q’s (5720 Magazine St., 504-897-5131; www.piesandquiches.com) and Blue Frog Chocolates (5707 Magazine St., 504-269-5707; www. bluefrogchocolates.com). Located in the diminutive former home of Velvet Espresso, District Hand Pie is the second savory-meets-sweet coffee spot from District Donuts PAGE 24

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f you’re looking to escape to a realm of dark wood, plush curtain-lined booths and strong drinks, Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar and Restaurant is the elegantly crafted step back in time you’re seeking. Diners enter a world where it would seem unsurprising to see Bing Crosby at a nearby table or Etta James crooning to the sounds of the bar’s tinkling piano. The restaurant is named for Richard Fiske, the longtime owner of The Bombay Club, who died in 2013. This restaurant relocated from the Prince Conti Hotel, which retains the Bombay Club name. As one might expect of the former martini bastion’s new incarnation, the drink menu at Richard Fiske’s might as well be a leather-bound volume, with an encyclopedic list of antiquated and oft-forgotten drinks. There is a wide swath of perfunctorily dolled-up martinis (including wedding cake, cinnamon toast and banana cream pie versions) and a detailed homage to the cosmopolitan a la Sex and the City, but it’s the historic cocktails that steal the show. The rose-colored Monkey Gland cocktail (a favorite in the 1920s) delivers a one-two punch of gin and absinthe, tempered by a familiar fruity blend of grenadine and orange juice. The simple and elegant kir royale is a French favorite, blending creme de cassis (blackcurrant liqueur) and Champagne. It’s not difficult to imagine this cocktail or its cousins, the kir peche (peach) and kir pamplemousse (grapefruit) rivaling the popularity of mimosas as brunch stalwarts. What about the martini, though? The restaurant’s namesake drink is crafted according to guests’ preferences, whether one is a gin person or a vodka devotee. My preferred “extra dirty” concoction was gin-based, garnished with a pair of large skewered olives and served with a sidecar of briny olive juice. The menu’s surest bets take dishes that might have pleased diners in Frank Sinatra’s day but still find retro relevance today. Chicken saltimbocca — listed on the menu as “Richard’s favorite” — is a treasure trove of decadence. The paneed thin chicken is seared golden brown and is warm and juicy. A mix of sage-tinged mushrooms and salty prosciutto mingle well with crispy fingerling potatoes, adding woodsy depth to the dish. Plump, golf ball-sized fried oysters arrive atop a bed of warm succotash, the two texturally conflicting elements tied together with the zippy bite of peppery Creole-spiced hollandaise. The

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Carmo a tropical restaurant & bar

527 Julia Street, NOLA (504) 875-4132 CafeCarmo.com

Sliders - Brew (2209 Magazine St., 504-570-6945; www.donutsandsliders. com) founder Chris Audler. The shop features an impressive rotating menu of savory and sweet hand pies, coffee drinks and one-off creations such as monkey bread twists and spiced cider. The rotating menu of hand pies — roughly the size of an envelope and generously filled — load a lot of flavor into each small package. The cherry basil hand pie is herbal and rich, with a glossy, decorative cherry on top. The kung pao chicken pie is speckled with black sesame seeds, dressed with spicy, tangy slaw and has enough filling to serve as a light lunch. The craft coffee bar also is inventive, and will appeal to adventurous coffee drinkers. Order a “cafe caviar” and be prepared for a molecular gastronomical float with beads of coffee concentrate on a sea of chicory-infused milk. The Horchado blends a traditional cortado (espresso cut with warm milk) with creamy house-made horchata. District Hand Pie is open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. It teases its offerings on its Twitter feed, @DistrictPies. — SARAH BAIRD

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The coffee scene in New Orleans continues to expand, with the arrival of craft coffee bars and pour-over spots from Uptown to the Bywater. Now, a new zine produced by Church Alley Coffee (1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., 504-638-0032; www.churchalleycoffeebar.tumblr.com) seeks to capture the moment in the city’s coffee history. The first issue of the zine Tasting Coffee in NOLA was released recently, and producers hope to make it a quarterly publication. The slim volume features interviews with coffee providers around town, as well as mini-lessons about New Orleans’ coffee history and the proper way to prepare classic coffee concoctions. Interviewees include Solo Espresso owner Lauren Morlock, Bacchanal chef Joaquin Rodas and one of Church Alley’s first employees, Katie Murphy. Many of the pages feature whimsical illustrations or coffee-related photographs, and can be torn out and mailed as postcards. The $6 zine is available at Church Alley, May Books (2402 Royal St., 504439-0846; www.facebook.com/maybooksnola.com) and Solo Espresso (1301 Poland Ave., 504-408-1377; www.soloespressobar.com). — SARAH BAIRD

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3-COURSE interview

Lauren Morlock Founder, Solo Espresso

Lauren Morlock is the founder and owner of Solo Espresso (1301 Poland Ave., 504-408-1377; www.soloespressobar.com), a specialty coffee shop tucked in a whimsical hideaway in the 9th Ward. Morlock spoke to Gambit about coffee and hosting restaurant pop-ups.

How did Solo Espresso come to be?

How does community play into Solo?

M: There’s definitely a community vibe at Solo. I didn’t just create Solo for myself, I created it for my community and my neighbors. I don’t think that I would know as many neighbors as I do unless I had created this space. Also, all of the art here is done by friends and community members, all the signs are created by friends and all of the food is crafted by people who live in the neighborhood. The tables and chairs were created by community members who became our good friends in exchange for coffee. So it’s all as community-oriented as possible.

Tell me a little bit about the pop-ups you host.

M: Every Saturday, we do a pop-up, either from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. or 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. depending on if it’s more of a breakfast or lunch pop-up. It’s always someone different, and it’s their thing. We’ve had all sorts of stuff — baked goods, Cuban food, Indian food, Thai, Laotian, very simple breakfast pancakes. A woman named Leah is doing it (Dec. 28), her company is called Whistling Duck, and she does a traditional almond cake, then does a lot of cakes and scones and things like that. — SARAH BAIRD

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Morlock: I’ve worked in coffee for years, and I moved here from Seattle and decided that it was time to have my own place. Initially, Solo was going to be a pop-up at a bar in the Bywater, but that fell through and we had the space we’re in now. I had already bought the [espresso] machine to do the pop-up, so we just started. The machine is actually my dream machine, and I worked on one like it when I was in Seattle. I contacted the manufacturer when I was planning on starting Solo, and they pointed me in the right direction of a man in Lafayette who was trying to sell his. I called him, and not only did he still have it, he had it on a mobile setup. He delivered the entire setup — the machine, grinder, all the extra bits. ... When the pop-up fell through, we literally started in the corner here on the stainless steel cart that it came on — no drywall on the walls — started out as a pick-up and delivery service. We built it out as money came in.

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BEER buzz Instead of toasting the new year with a flute of sparkling wine, some revelers do it with a tulip glass of beer. Many beer fans raise a glass of something special they have been saving for the occasion, but there also are a few beer destinations to consider. The Avenue Pub (1732 St. Charles Ave., 504-5869243; www.theavenuepub.com) holds its fourth annual New Year’s Eve celebration starting at 5 p.m. Dec. 31. The Pub’s beer list includes Cantillon Fou Foune, Amager-Mikkeller Hr. Frederiksens Vaesel Brunch, Gueuze Tilquin, Evil Twin Imperial Biscotti Break on sour cherries, Brasserie De La Senne Taras Boulba, bourbon barrel-aged Struise Rye Triple Reserva, 3 Fonteinen Zwet.be, Siren Craft Brew-Mikkeller Limoncello IPA, Trois Dames Fiancee Pinot Noir, Trois Dames-Six Point Jalapeno Raspberry Double and Struise Sint Amatus. The much coveted Cantillon Fou Foune will be tapped early, so plan accordingly. The Courtyard Brewery (1020 Erato St.; www.courtyardbrewing.com) will be open New Year’s Eve and it will mark the arrival of 2015 by opening a magnum of Corsendonk Christmas Ale at midnight. Owners Lindsay Hellwig and Scott Wood will offer grilled oysters when the brewery opens at 11 a.m. on New Year’s Day. In the Riverbend, Cooter Brown’s Tavern’s Snooty Cooter (509 S. Carrollton Ave., 504-866-9104; www.cooterbrowns.com) will tap a keg of Goose Island Bourbon County Stout at 5 p.m. Dec. 31. Although NOLA Brewing and the Tap Room (3001 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-301-0117; www.nolabrewing.com) will be closed on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, the free Friday brewery tour will run at 2 p.m. Jan. 2, 2015. — NORA McGUNNIGLE

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WINE of the week Marcel Martin Cremant de Loire Brut Tete de Cuvee LO IRE VA L L E Y, FR A NCE RETAIL $23

Cremants are French sparkling wines made in the methode traditionelle, in which the second fermentation takes place in the bottle, just like Champagne. The wines generally are less expensive than those from the Champagne region. The Loire Valley, one of France’s eight sparkling wine appellations designated “cremant,” is the country’s largest sparkling wine producer after Champagne. Located on the Loire River’s southern banks, Saumur and its surroundings are the center of the zone’s sparkling wine production. Laws and strict production methods require hand-harvesting, limited yields and a year’s bottle aging. The grapes for this wine, a cuvee of 70 percent chenin blanc, 20 percent chardonnay and 10 percent cabernet Franc, were sourced from Anjou and Touraine. Along with lively effervescence, it offers aromas of lemon curd, green apple and floral notes. On the palate, taste pear, more citrus, hints of almonds and toast. Drink it as an aperitif or with smoked salmon, caviar, foie gras, shrimp remoulade, crabmeat dishes, soft, mild cheeses and popcorn. Buy it at: Bin 428 and Swirl Wine Bar & Market. Drink it at: Restaurant August, Atchafalaya, Dante’s Kitchen and Andy’s Bistro. — BRENDA MAITLAND Email Brenda Maitland at winediva1@bellsouth.net

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Nicolas Feuillatte Champagne dinner

8 p.m. Wednesday Galatoire’s, 209 Bourbon St., (504) 525-6021

www.galatoires.com The dinner features hors d’oeuvres and five courses paired with different Nicolas Feuillatte Champagnes. Dishes include seared scallops, duck leg confit l’orange, filet mignon with truffles and foie gras demi-glace and more. The Anais St. John Gumbo Trio performs. Call (504) 525-6022 for reservations. The dinner costs $175, plus tax and tip.

New Orleans Musicians Assistance Foundation fundraiser

6 p.m.-10 p.m. Wednesday Dat Dog, 601 Frenchmen St., (504) 309-3362

www.datdog.com Dat Dog’s Frenchmen Street location hosts a New Year’s Eve fundraiser for the New Orleans Musicians Assistance Foundation, which supports the New Orleans Musicians’ Clinic. A portion of proceeds from two special cocktails and the applesage hot dog benefit the foundation. Throughout 2015, 50 cents from each Dog Days Remedy cocktail will go to the foundation.

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Piece de resistance “Sometimes people give me a hard time when I cook [kebabs]. But for me, symbols are important. Street food is the driving force of integration.” — Parisian chef Thierry Marx quoted in a New York Times story about why he sometimes puts gourmet kebabs on the menu at his two Michelin-starred restaurant at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. Anti-immigrant, right-wing groups, including the National Front, have criticized the embrace of kebabs — France’s most popular street food — as an attack on French gastronomy, tradition and identity.

Five dishes served au gratin

1 The Country Club 634 Louisa St., (504) 945-0742

www.thecountryclubneworleans.com

Brandade de morue au gratin is a French dish of whipped salted cod, similar to Spanish bacalao.

2 Crescent City Steaks 1001 N. Broad St., (504) 821-3271

www.crescentcitysteaks.com

This traditional steakhouse serves classic, creamy spinach au gratin.

3 Doris Metropolitan 620 Chartes St., (504) 267-3500

www.dorismetropolitan.com

This modern steakhouse serves asparagus au gratin.

4 Peche Seafood Grill 800 Magazine St., (504) 522-1744

www.pecherestaurant.com

Cauliflower gratin decadently highlights the unsung vegetable.

5 Vine and Dine

141 Delaronde St., (504) 361-1402

www.vine-dine.com

Brie and crab au gratin serves as an appetizer or small entree.

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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. $$

COFFEE/DESSERT Out 2 Eat is an index of Gambit contract advertisers. Unless noted, addresses are for New Orleans. Dollar signs represent the average cost of a dinner entree: $ — under $10; $$ — $11 to $20; $$$ — $21 or more. To update information in the Out 2 Eat listings, email willc@ gambitweekly.com, fax 483-3116 or call Will Coviello at 483-3106. Deadline is 10 a.m. Monday.

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Treasure Island Buffet — 5050 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 4438000; 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) 3029357 — 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.Sat. Credit cards. $ Down the Hatch — 1921 Sophie Wright Place, (504) 522-0909; 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. $ Lucy’s Retired Surfers’ Bar & Restaurant — 701 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 523-8995; www.lucys-

Perry’s Sports Bar & Grill — 5252 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 456-9234; www.perryssportsbarandgrill.com — The sports bar offers burgers, hot dogs, sandwiches, wraps, tacos, salads, steaks and a wide array of bar noshing items. Boiled seafood options include shrimp and crabs. Open 24-hours Thursday through Sunday. 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 and changing lunch specials. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Warehouse Grille — 869 Magazine St., (504) 322-2188; www. warehousegrille.com — The menu features upscale bar food, burgers, steaks, seafood, salads, sandwiches and noshing items including chicken wings and duck crepes with spiced cherry glaze. For brunch, there’s chicken and waffles with Pabst Blue Ribbon syrup. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily, brunch Fri.-Sun. Credit cards. $

BURGERS Charcoal’s Gourmet Burger Bar — 2200 Magazine St., (504) 644-4311; www.charcoalgourmetburgerbar. com — This burger specialist’s patty options include beef, bison, shrimp and veggie. The House burger is dressed with cheddar, lettuce, onion, tomato, pickles, mayonnaise and mustard and served with house-made chips. The Cobb salad features romaine lettuce, grilled chicken, avocado, tomato, onion, applewood-smoked bacon, blue cheese, croutons and buttermilk ranch or honey-mustard dressing. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ 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. $

CAFE 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 honey-Dijon panino is topped with feta and watercress. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Breads on Oak — 8640 Oak St., Suite A, (504) 324-8271; 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 Wed.-Sun., lunch Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Cafe Freret — 7329 Freret St., (504) 861-7890; www.cafefreret.com — Casual dining options include burgers, sandwiches and half and whole muffuletta rounds and daily lunch specials. Wednesday features steak night. Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri.-Wed., dinner Mon.-Wed. and Fri.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Cafe NOMA — New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, (504) 4821264; www.cafenoma.com — The cafe serves roasted Gulf shrimp and vegetable salad dressed with Parmesan-white balsamic vinaigrette. Other options include chipotle-marinated portobello sliders and flatbread pizza topped with manchego, peppers and roasted garlic. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Fri. Credit cards. $ Il Posto Cafe — 4607 Dryades St., (504) 895-2620; www.ilpostocafe-nola.com — The cafe offers house-baked items, bagels, granola and more in the morning. The lunch and dinner menu features panini, Italian cheese boards, antipasti plates, pressed sandwiches, soups and salads. Shaved Brussels sprouts salad includes toasted almonds, Parmesan, apples and house lemon dressing. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ 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. For breakfast, an omelet is filled with marinated mushrooms, bacon, spinach and goat cheese. Tuna salad or chicken salad avocado melts are topped with melted Monterey Jack and shredded Parmesan cheeses and served on a choice of bread. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch

Angelo Brocato’s — 214 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1465; www.angelobrocatoicecream.com — This sweet shop serves its own gelato, spumoni, Italian ice, cannolis, fig cookies and other treats. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $

CONTEMPORARY 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. $$$ The Delachaise — 3442 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-0858; www.thedelachaise.com — The bar offers a large selection of wines by the glass and full restaurant menu. Mussels are steamed with Thai chili and lime leaf. Chicken mofongo features plantains stuffed with stewed chicken. No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$ Fulton Alley — 600 Fulton St., (504) 208-5569; www.fultonalley.com — The kitchen at this upscale bowling alley offers Southern-influenced cuisine. The menu includes sandwiches, salads, meat pies, sliders, deviled eggs and smoked and fried chicken wings. Reservations recommended. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$ Ivy — 5015 Magazine St., (504) 8991330 — Chef Sue Zemanick offers a selection of small plates. Grilled lobster is served with arugula, roasted potatoes and corn. Warm snow crab claws come with truffle butter. No reservations. Dinner and late-night Mon.-Sat. Credit Cards. $$ Suis Generis — 3219 Burgundy St., (504) 309-7850; www.suisgeneris.com — The constantly changing menu features dishes such as pan-fried Gulf flounder with kumquat-ginger sauce, crispy Brussels sprouts and sticky rice. House-made leek, ricotta and pumpkin seed ravioli are served with butternut squash cream sauce and grilled asparagus. Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Wed.-Sun., late-night Thu.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards accepted. $$ The Tasting Room — 1906 Magazine St., (504) 581-3880; www.ttrneworleans.com — Sample wines or dine in the lounge or courtyard. The menu features noshing items such as truffle fries and entrees including a petit filet with Gorgonzola cream sauce and asparagus. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit Cards. $$

CREOLE 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

Bar Redux — 801 Poland Ave., (504) 592-7083; www.barredux.com — The mix of Creole and Caribbean fare includes jerk chicken and crawfish etouffee and cheese steaks are available. The Cuban sandwich features house-made roasted garlic pork loin, Chisesi ham, Swiss cheese, pickles, mustard and garlic mayonnaise on pressed French bread. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$ Cafe Gentilly — 5325 Franklin Ave., (504) 281-4220; www.facebook.com/ cafegentilly —Crab cake Benedict is French bread topped with poached eggs, a hand-made crawfish sausage patty and hollandaise. Breakfast is available all day, and the creamed spinach, crawfish and Swiss cheese omelet can be served in a po-boy. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ The Landing Restaurant — Crowne Plaza, 2829 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 467-5611; www.neworleansairporthotel.com — The Landing serves Cajun and Creole dishes with many seafood options. Louisiana crab cakes are popular. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Ma Momma’s House — 5741 Crowder Blvd., (504) 244-0021; www. mamommashouse.com — Traditional home-style Creole dishes include red beans and rice, shrimp pasta, fried chicken, cornbread and more. Chicken and waffles includes a Belgian waffle and three or six fried chicken wings. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Thu.-Mon., dinner Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Palace Cafe — 605 Canal St., (504) 5231661; www.palacecafe.com — Creative Creole dishes include crabmeat cheesecake topped with Creole meuniere. Andouille-crusted fish is served with Crystal buerre blanc. For dessert, there’s white chocolate bread pudding. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sunday. Credit cards. $$$ Olivier’s Creole Restaurant — 204 Decatur St., (504) 525-7734; www.olivierscreole.com — Eggplant Olivier features flash-fried eggplant medallions served with shrimp, chicken, andouille and crawfish tails in garlic, basil and brandy sauce. Braised Creole rabbit is served with Creole gravy, oyster dressing and rice pilaf. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Roux on Orleans — Bourbon Orleans, 717 Orleans Ave., (504) 571-4604; www. bourbonorleans.com — This restaurant offers contemporary Creole dishes including barbecue shrimp, redfish couvillion, gumbo and catfish and shrimp dishes. Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, dinner Tue.Sun. Credit cards. $$ Tableau — 616 St. Peter St., (504) 9343463; www.tableaufrenchquarter.com — Tableau’s updated Creole cuisine includes bacon-wrapped oysters en brochette served with roasted garlic butter and grilled Two Run Farm lamb chops served with New Orleans-style barbecue sauce. Balcony and courtyard dining available. Reservations resommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Willie Mae’s Scotch House — 2401 St. Ann St., (504) 822-9503 — This neighborhood restaurant is know for its wet-battered fried chicken. Green beans come with rice and gravy. There’s bread pudding for dessert. No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit

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DELI Kosher Cajun New York Deli & Grocery — 3519 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-2010; www.koshercajun.com — This New York-style deli 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’s dinner menu includes pork rib chops served with house-made boudin stuffing, Tabasco pepper jelly demiglaze and smothered greens. The Deli Deluxe sandwich features corned beef, pastrami, Swiss cheese, Russian dressing and Creole mustard on an onion roll. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Qwik Chek Deli & Catering — 2018 Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, (504) 4566362 — The menu includes gumbo, po-boys, pasta, salads and hot plate lunches. The hamburger po-boy can be dressed with lettuce, mayo and tomato on French bread. Shrimp Italiano features shrimp tossed with cream sauce and pasta. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

FRENCH Martinique Bistro — 5908 Magazine St., (504) 891-8495; www.martiniquebistro.com — Roti d’agneau is roasted New Zealand lamb loin served with white truffle mashed potatoes, pine nut pistou and sun-dried tomato jus. Courtyard seating is available in all weather due to a retractable roof. Reservations recommended. Dinner Wed.-Sun., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

GOURMET TO GO 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. $

INDIAN Nirvana Indian Cuisine — 4308 Magazine St., (504) 894-9797 — 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. $$ Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine — 923-C Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 8366859 — The traditional menu features lamb, chicken and seafood served in a variety of ways, including curries and tandoori. Vegetarian options are available. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

INTERNATIONAL Canal Street Bistro — 3903 Canal St., (504) 482-1225; www.canalstreetbistro.

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Colonial Bowling Lanes — 6601 Jefferson Hwy. Harahan, (504) 737-2400; www.colonialbowling.net — The kitchen serves breakfast in the morning and a lunch and dinner menu of sandwiches, burgers, chicken wings and tenders, pizza, quesdaillas and more. Daily specials include red beans and rice on Mondays and seafood platters on Friday. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. 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. $$

retiredsurders.com — This surf shack serves chips with salsa and guacamole made to order, burgers, salads, tacos, entrees and more. Fried catfish is topped with onion rings and served with mashed potatoes. Panko-crusted avacado is topped with shrimp salsa. The restaurant is dog-friendly. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late night Thu.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

rooms. Signature dishes include oysters Rockefeller, crawfish Cardinal and baked Alaska. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner MonSat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

OUT to EAT com — This Mid-City cafe’s menu draws from an array of global influences. Duck enchiladas feature corn tortillas filled with duck confit topped with red mole or chipotle-tomatillo sauce and served with black beans. Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Fri., dinner Wed.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

ITALIAN Amici Restaurant & Bar — 3218 Magazine St., (504) 300-1250; www. amicinola.com — Amici serves coal-fired pizza and Italian dishes. The broccoli rabe salsica Italiana pie is topped with marinara, mozzarella, sauteed bitter Italian greens and Italian sausage. Pasta carbonara features pancetta and green peas in white sauce. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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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. $$$

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. $$ Rock-N-Sake — 823 Fulton St., (504) 581-7253; www.rocknsake. com — Rock-n-Sake serves traditional Japanese cuisine with some creative twists. There’s a wide selection of sushi, sashimi and rolls or spicy gyoza soup, panfried soba noodles with chicken or seafood and teriyaki dishes. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

spot offers dishes like duck and wild mushroom spring rolls with mirin-soy dipping sauce and panfried crab cakes with corn maque choux and sugar snap peas. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$ Manning’s — 519 Fulton St., (504) 593-8118; www.harrahsneworleans.com — Named for former New Orleans Saints quarterback Archie Manning, this restaurant’s game plan sticks to Louisiana flavors. A cast iron skillet-fried filet is served with two-potato hash, fried onions and Southern Comfort pan sauce. The fish and chips feature black drum crusted in Zapp’s Crawtator crumbs served with Crystal beurre blanc. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Marti’s — 1041 Dumaine St., (504) 522-5478; www.martisnola.com — This brasserie serves traditional French and contemporary Louisiana cooking. The grande plateau fruits de mer features whole Maine lobster, chilled shrimp, marinated snow crab claws, oysters on the half shell and scallop ceviche. Grilled Texas quail is served with spaetzle, oyster mushrooms, corn and Pommery mustard sauce. Reservations accepted. Dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$$

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. $$$

Yuki Izakaya — 525 Frenchmen St., (504) 943-1122; www.facebook. com/yukiizakaya — This Japanese tavern combines a selection of small plates, sake, shochu, live music and Japanese kitsch. Dishes include curries, housemade ramen soups, fried chicken and other specialties. Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. 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. $$$

LATIN AMERICAN

Mosca’s — 4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, (504) 436-8950; 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. $$$

La Macarena Pupuseria and Latin Cafe — 8120 Hampson St., (504) 862-5252; www.pupusasneworleans.com — The NOLA Special breakfast burrito is stuffed with hot sausage, organic eggs, refried black beans, hash browns and American cheese. Carne asada is marinated and grilled beef tenderloin served with saffron rice and tropical salad. Vegetarian and gluten-free dishes are available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Mon. Cash only. $$

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, house-made salumi, pasta dishes and more. “Death by Gumbo” is an andouille- and oyster-stuffed quail with a roux-based gumbo poured on top tableside. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

Red Gravy — 125 Camp St., (504) 561-8844; www.redgravycafe.com — The cafe serves rustic Italian fare including handmade pastas, ravioli and lasagna and seafood dishes with shrimp, clams and mussels. Sicilian egg pie features eggs baked with cream and spices in puff pastry. Reservations accepted. Lunch and brunch Wed.-Mon., dinner Thu.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Vincent’s Italian Cuisine — 4411 Chastant St., Metairie, (504) 885-2984; 7839 St. Charles Ave., (504) 866-9313; www.vincentsitaliancuisine.com — House-made cannelloni is stuffed with ground veal, spinach and Parmesan, baked in Alfredo sauce and topped with house-made tomato sauce. Creamy corn and crab bisque is served in a toasted bread bowl. Reservations accepted. Chastant Street: lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. St. Charles Avenue: lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

LOUISIANA CONTEMPORARY 7 On Fulton — 700 Fulton St., (504) 525-7555; www.7onfulton. com — New Orleans barbecue shrimp features a peppery butter sauce made with blonde ale. Oven-roasted lobster tail is topped with Louisiana crawfish and corn cream sauce and comes with fingerling potatoes and asparagus. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

JAPANESE

Dick & Jenny’s — 4501 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 894-9880; www. dickandjennys.com — Located in a renovated Creole cottage, the restaurant serves contemporary Creole and Italian dishes. Sauteed Gulf fish is prepared with smoked herb rub and served with crawfish risotto and shaved asparagus. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-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

Heritage Grill — 111 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 150, Metairie, (504) 934-4900; www.heritagegrillmetairie.com — This power lunch

Tivoli & Lee —The Hotel Modern, 2 Lee Circle, (504) 962-0909; www. tivoliandlee.com — The restaurant offers a modern take on Southern cuisine in a small plate format, with dishes ranging from andouille potato tots to fried oysters. The pied du cochon is served with braised Covey Rise Farms collard greens, bacon and pickled Anaheim peppers. Half a roasted chicken comes with dirty spaetzle, sweet tea glaze and greens. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Tomas Bistro — 755 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 527-0942 — Tomas serves dishes such as bouillabaisse New Orleans, filled with saffron shrimp, mussels, oysters, Gulf fish, crawfish and pesto aioli croutons. Crispy fried wild catfish is served over stone-ground grits with Cajun tasso. No reservations. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Tommy’s Wine Bar — 752 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 525-4790 — Tommy’s Wine Bar offers cheese and charcuterie plates as well as a menu of appetizers and salads from the neighboring kitchen of Tommy’s Cuisine. No reservations. Lite dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

OUT to EAT MEDITERRANEAN/ MIDDLE EASTERN Attiki Bar & Grill — 230 Decatur St., (504) 587-3756 — This restaurant and hookah bar serves an array of Mediterranean dishes. Tomato Buffala features baked tomatoes and mozzarella topped with basil and olive oil. Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$ Mona’s Cafe — 504 Frenchmen St., (504) 949-4115; 1120 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 861-8175; 3901 Banks St., (504) 482-7743; 4126 Magazine St., (504) 894-9800; www. monascafeanddeli.com — These casual cafes serve entrees including beef or chicken shawarma, kebabs, gyro plates, lamb chops, vegetarian options and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Pyramids Cafe — 3151 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602 — Diners will find Mediterranean cuisine featuring such favorites as sharwarma prepared on a rotisserie. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MEXICAN & SOUTHWESTERN Casa Borrega — 1719 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 427-0654; www.facebook. com/casaborrega — Chicken enchiladas are served with mole, rice and beans. No reservations. Brunch, lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Coyote Blues — 4860 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 301-3848; www. coyotebluesfreshmex.com — Shrimp and crawfish chimichanga is a fried burrito stuffed with shrimp and crawfish in cream sauce, Mexican rice and chili con queso and served with two sides. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Del Fuego Taqueria — 4518 Magazine St., (504) 309-5797; www.delfuegotaqueria.com — The taqueria serves an array of house salsas, tacos and burritos with filling choices including carne asada, carnitas, chorizo, shredded chicken and others. TNo reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

MUSIC AND FOOD The Columns — 3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-9308; www.thecolumns.com — There’s live music in the Victorian Lounge at the Columns. The menu offers such Creole favorites as gumbo and crab cakes and there are cheese plates as well. Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, lunch Fri.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Thu., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Fiske’s Martini Bar and Restaurant — 301 Dauphine St., (504) 586-0972 — Louisiana crab and roasted Creole tomato fondue is finished with manchego cheese, scallions and grilled crostini. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Gazebo Cafe — 1018 Decatur St., (504) 525-8899; www.gazebocafenola.com — The Gazebo features a mix of Cajun and Creole dishes and ice cream daquiris. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ House of Blues — 225 Decatur St., 3104999; www.hob.com/neworleans — Try the pan-seared Voodoo Shrimp with rosemary cornbread. TReservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ The Market Cafe — 1000 Decatur St., (504) 527-5000; www.marketcafenola. com — Dine indoors or out on seafood

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. $

Siberia — 2227 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-8855; www.siberianola.com — The Russki Reuben features corned beef, Swiss cheese, kapusta (spicy cabbage) and Russian dressing on grilled rye bread. No reservations. Dinner and latenight daily. Credit cards. $

Mahony’s Po-Boy Shop — 3454 Magazine St., (504) 899-3374; www.mahonyspoboys. com — The Peacemaker layers fried local oysters, bacon and cheddar cheese on Leidenheimer French bread. Angus’ pot roast beef po-boy is served dressed on Leidenheimer bread. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

NEIGHBORHOOD Cafe B — 2700 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 934-4700; www.cafeb.com — Grilled redfish is served with confit of wild mushrooms, spaghetti squash, charred Vidalia onion and aged balsamic vinegar. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Joey K’s — 3001 Magazine St., (504) 891-0997; www.joeyksrestaurant.com — This casual eatery serves fried seafood platters, salads, sandwiches and Creole favorites such as red beans and rice. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$ Katie’s Restaurant — 3701 Iberville St., (504) 488-6582; www.katiesinmidcity. com — Favorites at this Mid-City restaurant include the Cajun Cuban with roasted pork, grilled ham, cheese and pickles pressed on buttered bread. The Boudreaux pizza is topped with cochon de lait, spinach, red onions, roasted garlic, scallions and olive oil. There also are salads, burgers and Italian dishes. No reservations. Lunch daily, Dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

PIZZA 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. $ Slice Pizzeria — 1513 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-7437; 5538 Magazine St., (504) 897-4800; www.slicepizzeria.com — Slice serves pizza by the pie or slice, plus salads, pasta and more. The Sportsman’s Paradise pie is topped with Gulf shrimp, andouille, corn, diced tomatoes and caramelized onions. Full bar available. No reservations. 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 and diners can build their own from the selection of more than two-dozen toppings. The menu also includes 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 Killer Poboys — 811 Conti St., (504) 2526745; 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

Short Stop Po-Boys — 119 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-4572; www. shortstoppoboysno.com — Popular poboy options include fried shrimp or fried oysters and roast beef, featuring beef slow cooked in its own jus. Short Stop’s gumbo combines smoked andouille sausage and chicken. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., early dinner Mon.-Thu., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Red Fish Grill — 115 Bourbon St., (504) 5981200; www.redfishgrill.com — Seafood favorites include hickory-grilled redfish, pecan-crusted catfish, alligator sausage and seafood gumbo. Barbecue oysters are flash fried, tossed in Crystal barbecue sauce and served with blue cheese dressing. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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 with Swiss chard, bacon, mushrooms, asparagus, crabmeat and brabant potatoes on the side. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Tracey’s Original Irish Channel Bar — 2604 Magazine St., (504) 897-5413; www. traceysnola.com — The neighborhood bar’s menu includes roast beef and fried seafood po-boys, seafood platters, fried okra, chicken wings, gumbo, soups, salads and more. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse — 716 Iberville St., (504) 522-2467; www.dickiebrennansrestaurant.com — The house filet mignon is served atop creamed spinach with masa-fried oysters and Pontalba potatoes. Popular starters include the jumbo lump crabcake made with aioli. Reservations recommended. Lunch Friday, dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

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Blue Crab & Oyster Restaurant — 7900 Lakeshore Drive., (504) 284-2898; www. thebluecrabnola.com — The seafood restaurant serves shrimp and grits, stuffed whole flounder, fried seafood and seasonal boiled seafood. There’s seating overlooking Lake Pontchartrain. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Bourbon House — 144 Bourbon St., (504) 522-0111; www.bourbonhouse.com — Bourbon House serves seafood dishes including New Orleans barbecue shrimp, redfish cooked with the skin on, oysters from the raw bar and more. Large picture windows offer views of Bourbon Street, and the bar is stocked with a large selection of bourbons. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Charles Seafood — 8311 Jefferson Hwy., (504) 405-5263 — Trout is stuffed with crabmeat, topped with crawfish Acadiana sauce and served with vegetables, salad and bread. The menu includes soups, salads, sandwiches, fried seafood platters, tuna steaks and a few Italian entrees, such as paneed veal. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Galley Seafood Restaurant — 2535 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-0955 — Galley serves Creole and Italian dishes. Blackened redfish is served with shrimp and lump crabmeat sauce, vegetables and new potatoes. Galley’s soft-shell crab po-boy is the same one served at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Half Shell Oyster Bar and Grill — 3101 Esplanade Ave., (504) 289-0504; www. halfshellneworleans.com — The Bayou Boogaloo breakfast features a threeegg omelet with sauteed shrimp and crawfish with fried oysters and shrimp sauce on top. Voodoo Bleu features bacon-wrapped char-grilled oysters topped with garlic-butter and blue cheese. No reservations. Lunch, brunch and dinner Thu.-Tue. 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. Lunch and

Mimi’s in the Marigny — 2601 Royal St., (504) 872-9868 — The decadant Mushroom Manchego Toast is a favorite here. Hot and cold tapas dishes range 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 — Grilled avocado salad is served with crispy onions and Mahon cheese in Portuguese chestnut-vanilla vinaigrette. Wild mushroom ravioli are served with Madeira and goat cheese creme. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat, late night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

VEGETARIAN Seed — 1330 Prytania St., (504) 302-2599; www.seedyourhealth.com — Seed uses local, organic ingredients in its eclectic global menu, including soups, salads, nachos, sandwiches and more. Raw pad thai features shredded cucumber, carrots, peppers, jicama, bean sprouts and peanuts in house-made marinade. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

VIETNAMESE Lin’s — 3715 Westbank Expressway, (504) 340-0178; www.linsmenu.com —The menu includes Chinese, Vietnamese and Thai dishes. Vietnamese “Shakin’” beef features beef tips and onions served with rice. Singapore-style vermicelli is a stir fry of noodles, shrimp, pork, bean sprouts, carrots and bamboo shoots. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$ 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 and more. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner Mon.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Rolls-N-Bowls — 605 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 309-0519; www.facebook. com/rolls-nbowlsnola — This casual Vietnamese eatery serves spring rolls, pho, rice and vermicelli bowls, banh mi, stir fry entrees and bubble tea. The vermicelli bowl features noodles over lettuce, cucumber and carrots; shrimp are optional. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

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

either fried for platters or po-boys or highlighted in dishes such as crawfish pie, crawfish etouffee or shrimp Creole. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Stand-up comic W. Kamau Bell performs at Tipitina’s Jan. 6. By Alex Woodward

Denzel? “It’s not a cult,” he says. “He can go from basically playing the straight man in Philadelphia and holding it down against Tom Hanks, who is acting his ass off — playing Scottie Pippin to Tom Hanks’ Michael Jordan — then you go to Training Day, and every scene he’s in, even if he’s not saying anything, he’s blowing them off the screen,” he says. “You’d be hard-pressed to find a Robert De Niro role like, he’s just playing this guy who’s small and quiet and doesn’t take up too much space. Every time he speaks on screen it’s like, ‘Oh, shit, Robert De Niro is speaking.’” Bell also is working on another TV project (much different than Totally Biased, he says), though he’s not jumping in line in hope of becoming the next latenight talk show host. With political humor on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver and The Daily Show with Jon Stewart now competing against celebrity-filled late-night slots, Bell says he hopes to see that model recreated but with diverse voices. “I want a show where I can talk, not a talk show,” he says. “The talk show model, it’s like being a car salesman. There’s only so many ways you can sell the car. You have to have a band, you have to have a sidekick, some sort of announcer, you have to do a monologue, and every night you have to have the most famous people on the show. It’s not really

about the conversation. It’s not about W. Kamau Bell brings his Oh, Everything! a perspective. It’s tour to New Orleans. about the salesmanship. Again, no disreP H OTO BY M AT T HI A S C L A MER spect to the Jimmys or the few of those hosts not named Jimmy. … There’s W. Kamau Bell JAN other ways to get 8:30 p.m. Tuesday this stuff, and I think we have to break out Tipitina’s, 501 Napoleon Ave. of that model. (504) 895-8577 “In the next five www.tipitinas.com years, can we get a woman of color Tickets $15 to be the host of The Tonight Show? Probably not. On an infinite timeline? Yeah, I think we can do it. You have to be like Don Quixote running at a windmill. I’d hate to waste the time and energy running at the windmill of ‘major network talk show host’ instead of just starting our own thing. Whoever produced the Jack Paar show, we’re still basing it on that person, who has probably been dead for many years.”

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hen the world seemed so impossibly bleak it became hilariously absurd, W. Kamau Bell would look over his newspaper and throw a phrase to his writer’s room with a smile on his face: “Oh, everything.” “I think it’s meant to be pessimistically optimistic,” Bell says, laughing. “It’s a way to not get caught into each individual problem and just go, ‘Oh, everything.’ You look at your Twitter feed or Facebook news feed, there’s not just one thing wrong. It’s hard to focus on any one problem. It’s a multi-headed hydra.” The standup comic often offered sharp, hilarious social and political commentary, topical sketches and interviews on his former FX series Totally Biased (Chris Rock was executive producer). Bell brought his Totally Biased tour to New Orleans last year, and he also performed with his comedy collective Laughter Against the Machine in the inaugural Hell Yes Fest in 2011. He returns to New Orleans with his Oh, Everything! tour on Jan. 6. Bell aired Totally Biased against a largely whitewashed late-night spectrum. The show’s writers’ room had a diverse cast of standup comedians, and Bell’s interview guests ranged from Big Freedia and musician Kathleen Hanna to author and ethnographer Yaba Blay. Totally Biased was canceled late last year, before the deaths of unarmed black men in Ferguson, Missouri and New York set off national debates about race, police and justice. Bell’s fans have been eager to hear his thoughts, which typically would be broadcast on his weekly show. He hasn’t necessarily stopped thinking what he’d say to that audience if Totally Biased was still on the air. “A lot of fans of the show will hit me up on Twitter and Facebook pretty regularly like, ‘We need your show right now for what’s going on right now!’” he says. “I’m pretty active on Twitter about giving my opinion. If people want my opinion, I’m always doing standup on the road. The show coming back is not going to happen. The show got canceled. I didn’t get canceled. That’s what I had to remind myself. I still get to talk and say things. With the ratings with the show at the end, I probably had more Twitter followers than people watching the show.” For now, Bell and comedian Kevin Avery are going to the movies. The duo host Denzel Washington is the Greatest Actor of All Time Period, in which the series’ title is debated in every episode. But why

MUSIC LISTINGS

Stone & the Happy Monsters, 7; The Unnaturals, 10 Chickie Wah Wah — Phil DeGruy, 6; Boudin Ball New Year’s Eve party feat. Ed Volker, Los Reyes De Legarto, 10 Circle Bar — Mike True, 6; Eric Lindell, 10 Columns Hotel — Ted Long, 9; Ted Long, 9

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d.b.a. — Tin Men, 7; Walter “Wolfman” Washington & the Roadmasters, 10 DMac’s — Caitlin Preston & the Full Tones, 8

Old Point Bar — Isla Nola, 8

Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Bryce Eastwood & Friends, 9

Bamboula’s — Alexander, 2; Vivaz, 4:30; Dana & the Boneshakers, 8

Old U.S. Mint — Bruce Barnes, Matt Hampsey, Hubie Vigreux, Mike Harris, Joe Stolarick, 2

Dragon’s Den (upstairs) — DJ Jubilee, 10

Fountain Lounge at the Preservation Hall — Seva Roosevelt Hotel — Armand St. Venet, 6; The Preservation Hall- Martin, 5:30 Stars feat. Shannon Powell, 8, Freret Street Publiq House 9 & 10 — Quintron & Miss Pussycat, Prime Example Jazz Club — Babes, Heavy Lids, 8 Sidemen+1, 8 Fulton Alley — New Year’s Eve Ralph’s on the Park — Joe Celebration feat. Flow Tribe, 9 Krown, 5 Gasa Gasa — Brass Bed, Carbon Poppies, Kind Cousin, 9 Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Lucas DavenHi-Ho Lounge — Debauche, 10 port, 7 House of Blues — Jet Lounge, 11 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Bucktown Howlin’ Wolf — Rebirth Brass Allstars, 9:30 Band, 10 Royal Sonesta Hotel (Irvin Jackson Square — Train, 6:15 Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse) — Kyle Rousell, 8 Jazz National Historical Park Snug Harbor — Stanton Moore — Tom McDermott, noon Trio, 8 & 10 The Jefferson Orleans North — Jay Zainey Orchestra, 6:30 Spotted Cat — Andy Forest, 4; Dr. Sick & the Late Greats, 6; Joy Theater — The New MasShotgun Jazz Band, 10 tersounds, Dumpstaphunk, Jon Cleary, 10 Tropical Isle Original — Way Too Early, 1 Kerry Irish Pub — Vincent MariThe Willow — The Quintessen- ni & the One-Tailed Three, 4:30; Mark Hessler & Friends, 9 tial Octopus, 10

Blue Nile (Balcony Room) — Open Ears Music Series: Thomas Grill, Justin Peake, Jeff Alburt, 10 Buffa’s — Messy Cookers Jazz Band, 8 Bullet’s Sports Bar — Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 7:30 Cafe Istanbul — Monica McIntyre album release, 7 Cafe Negril — John Lisi & Delta Funk, 10

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Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 5:30

21st Amendment — Linnzi Zaorski, 7; Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, 8

Banks Street Bar — NOLA Country, 9

Mosquitoes, 8

Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6

Checkpoint Charlie — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 7; Afro Cube Project, 11 Circle Bar — Laura Dyer, 6; Gettin’ It, The Kirk Nasty, 10 Columns Hotel — John Rankin, 8 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 d.b.a. — Treme Brass Band, 9 DMac’s — Chip Wilson, 8 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious, 9 Gasa Gasa — Progression Music Series feat. Slangston Hughes, Fo on the Flo, 9 Harrah’s Casino, Harrah’s Theatre — Better Than Ezra, 8 Jackson Square — Fitz and the Tantrums, 6:15 Kerry Irish Pub — Tim Robertson, 8:30 Little Gem Saloon — Jon Roniger, 5; The Roamin’ Jasmin, 8 The Maison — Gregory Agid Quartet, 6; James Jordan & the Beautiful Band, 9 Maple Leaf Bar — Rebirth Brass Band, 10:30 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — The Olivia DeHavilland

WEDNESDAY 31 21st Amendment — Marla Dixon, 7 Apple Barrel — Barbarella Blue, 5:30 Bamboula’s — Gypsy Elise & the Royal Blues, 3; Dana Abbott Band, 6:30; John Lisi Band, 11 Banks Street Bar — Major Bacon, 10

Le Petit Theatre — Dr. John, 9 Little Gem Saloon — Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 10 The Maison — Kristina Morales, 6; Kumasi, The Essentials, DJ Matt Scott, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — Colin Lake Band, 10; Big Sam & Friends, 11:30 Old Point Bar — Just Honey & the Wingmen, 8

Blue Nile (Balcony Room) — Mia One Eyed Jacks — DJ Soul SisBorders, 10 ter’s New Year’s Eve party, 10 Bourbon Orleans Hotel — Geo Palm Court Jazz Cafe — BarBass, 8 bara Shorts, Palm Court Jazz Buffa’s — Lynn Drury, 6; Arsene All-stars, Lars Edegran, Duke Heitger, Robert Harris, Jason Delay, 9; Antoine Diel, 1 a.m. Marsalis, Richard Moten, Tom Carousel Piano Bar & Lounge Sancton, 9 — Tom Hook & Wendell BrunPrime Example Jazz Club ious, 8:30 — Jesse McBride & Next Casa Borrega — Sasha MasaGeneration, 8 kowski & Jenna McSwain, 6:30 Recovery Room Bar & Grill — Checkpoint Charlie — T-Bone Oscar & the Blues Cats, 8:30

MUSIC LISTINGS Republic New Orleans — The Glitch Mob, DJ Craze, DXXXY, 9 Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Tony Seville, 7; Sasha Masakowski, 9:30 Rivershack Tavern — Blues Frenzy, 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Tab Benoit, 8:30 Rusty Nail — Jenn Howard, 9 Saucy’s — Mark Appleford, 6 Siberia — Evil Army, Gasmiasma, Classhole, Six Pack, 9 Snug Harbor — Topsy Chapman & Solid Harmony, 8 & 10 The Spotlight Bar and Grill — Dr. Rock, 9 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy, 4; Orleans 6, 6; Antoine Diel & the New Orleans Misfit Power, 10 Three Muses — Leslie Martin, 5; Sarah McCoy, 7 Tipitina’s — Galactic, California Honeydrops, Quickie Mart, 10

THURSDAY 1 21st Amendment — Steve Pistorius Quartet, 8 Bamboula’s — Dr. Sick, 3; Smoky Greenwell Band, 10 Banks Street Bar — Emma Eisenhauer & Gregory Good, 9

Bullet’s Sports Bar — Neisha Ruffins, 7:30 Cafe Istanbul — Michaela Harrison, 7 Cafe Negril — Chris Klein & the Boulevards, 6; Soul Project, 10 Chickie Wah Wah — Eric Bolivar Band feat. Erica Falls, Khris Royal, Don Johnson, Andrew Block, 9 Circle Bar — Rockin’ Robin & the Kentucky Sisters, 6; Asumaya, Fpoon, 10 d.b.a. — Mississippi Rail Company, Swamp Donkeys, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Michael Liuzza, 9 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Bayou Saints, 7; Adventures of the Interstellar B-Boy, DJ Housefly, 10 Fair Grinds Coffeehouse — Ryan Floyd, 7

Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Pat Flory, 8; Mark Fernandez, 9 Preservation Hall — Joint Chiefs of Jazz feat. Frank Oxley, 6; Preservation Hall All Stars feat. Lucien Barbarin, 8, 9 & 10 Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Hyperphlyy, 7 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Nathan and the Zydeco Cha Chas, 8:30 Siberia — Joey Molinaro, Rob Cambre, Jay Steigner, Helen Gillet, James Singleton, Rouxchambeaux, Treadies, 10 Snug Harbor — Wessell “Warmdaddy” Anderson Quintet, 8 & 10 Spice Bar & Grill — Stooges Brass Band, 9 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy & the Oopsie Daisies, 4; Miss Sophie Lee, 6; Jumbo Shrimp, 10 Vaso — Bobby Love & Friends, 5 Yuki Izakaya — Norbert Slama, 8; Black Pearl, 11

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Apple Barrel — Barbarella Blue, 5:30 Bamboula’s — Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers, 2; Raddy Tattat & the Cats, 5:30; Mem Shannon Band, 10 Banks Street Bar — Norco Lapalco, Bill Mountain, Dummy Dumpster, 10 Blue Nile — Sister Sparrow & the Dirty Birds, Corey Henry’s Treme Funktet, 11 Buffa’s — Miss Nola, 5; Arsene Delay, 8 Bullet’s Sports Bar — Guitar Slim Jr., 7:30 Carousel Piano Bar & Lounge — Robin Barnes Jazz Quartet, 5 Casa Borrega — Los Caballeros del Son, 7:30 Checkpoint Charlie — Alexa Burroughs, 4; The Blue Trees, 7; J Monque’D Blues Band, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Michael Pearce, 6; Jimbo Mathis Trio, 9 Circle Bar — Shane, 6

FLe Bon Temps Roule — Soul Rebels Brass Band, 11

d.b.a. — Hot Club of New Orleans, 6; Soul Rebels, 10

The Maison — Jon Roniger, 5; Sweet Substitute Jazz Band, 7; Dysfunktional Bone, 10

Dish on Hayne — Sharon Martin, 6:30

Maple Leaf Bar — The

Strange things happen when you listen to Quintron’s Weather Warlock (www.weatherfortheblind.org) uninterrupted for long periods of time. Drone gives way to trance, which gives way to a new, recalibrated silence. The directionality of the sound reverses. Signal becomes noise, and Quintron and Miss Pussycat DEC ohms turn into om. This is 8:30 p.m. Wednesday what midday weather (fair, Publiq House, 4528 Freret St. 66 degrees Fahrenheit) on the day after Christmas (504) 826-9912 sounded like: octave call and www.publiqhouse.com response, mama and baby frogs, a didgeridoo hummed by Yahweh. Somewhere in New Orleans, a breeze blew, clouds passed. The temperature climbed to 67 degrees. Ripples. Streaming 24/7 (networks permitting) at the transportive web home, it’s hypnotism by Doppler, laughing gas for the ears. Sometimes the infinite symphony stops momentarily, just long enough for you to think it’s gone, and then picks up again without warning. Quintron performed a paean to it (with Nels Cline, Sean Lennon and Sonic Youth drummer Steve Shelley) in New York City in November, and he’s built a three-piece band in its name (hometown debut one hour before sunset on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2015 at St. Maurice Church). His New Year’s resolution is an E major chord, forever resolving. Babes, Heavy Lids and First open. Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door. — NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS

DMac’s — Vincent Marini, 7; Smashing Blonde, 9

Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Up Up We Go, 7

Old Point Bar — Johnny Angel & Helldorado, 9:30

Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — The Peter Honan 4, 10

One Eyed Jacks — Cardinal Sons, Prom Date, Mariine, 10

Fair Grinds Coffeehouse — Sam Cordts, 3

Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Duke Heitger & Palm Court Jazz Band, 8

Fountain Lounge at the Roosevelt Hotel — Antoine Diel Trio, 5; Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious, 9 Gasa Gasa — Jawa Command, West Without, 9 Golden Lantern — Nighthawk, 7 Hangar 13 — Pulse Friday: Rroid Drazr, Kidd Love, 1:30 a.m.

Pearl Wine Co. — Sarah Gromko Trio, 8 Preservation Hall — Southern Syncopators, Steve Pistorius, 6 Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Monty Banks, 6; Anais St. John, 9 Rock ’n’ Bowl — The Topcats, 9:30

Le Bon Temps Roule — Dave Reis, 7

Snug Harbor — Ellis Marsalis Quartet, 8 & 10

Little Gem Saloon — Mario Abney, 5; Shamarr Allen, 8

Spotted Cat — Harbinger, 2; Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, 6; Cottonmouth Kings, 10

The Maison — Leah Rucker, 4; Messy Cookers, 7; Los PoBoy Citos, Ashton Hines & the Big Easy Brawlers, 10

St. Roch Tavern — James Jordan & his Beautiful Band, 9:30

Maple Leaf Bar — Groovesect, 10:30

Treasure Chest Casino — Harvey Jesus & Fire, 7

Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Jasper Brothers, 7; Agent 86, 8; The Necessary Gentlemen, 9; Shifty, 10

Tulane Ave. Bar — Vanessa Carr, 8

Oak — Sunpie, 9

Twist of Lime — The Noise Complaints, Madfro, Royal T, 9

Ugly Dog Saloon — Mike Brown and Kevin Aucoin are Cockatoo, 7

SATURDAY 3 21st Amendment — Chance Bushman, 9:30 Bamboula’s — Abby Diamond Band, 3; Albanie Falletta Band, 6:30; Johnny Mastro Band, 10 Banks Street Bar — Claude Bryant & The Allstars, 10 Blue Nile — Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, 7; Sister Sparrow & the Dirty Birds, Billy Iuso, 11 Blue Nile (Balcony Room) — Seth Walker, 10 Buffa’s — Crossing Canal with Ruby Ross and Patrick Cooper, 5; Camile Baudoin & Brint Anderson, 8; Monty Banks, 11 Cafe Negril — Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers, 7 Checkpoint Charlie — Sun Year, 7; Sluthammer, Strange Baby, Dubstep Billionares, Lethal Injection, 11 Circle Bar — Bipolaroid, Summer, 10 PAGE 36

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Buffa’s — Tom McDermott & Aurora Nealand, 8

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d.b.a. — Little Freddie King, 10 DMac’s — The Jeff Davis Project, 8 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Sunpie & the Louisiana Sunspots, 10 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Loose Marbles, 7

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Gasa Gasa — Solar Strut, 10 Golden Lantern — Esplanade Ave. Band, 7:30

Bamboula’s — NOLA Ragweeds, 3:30; Swinging Gypsies, 7

Circle Bar — The Dulac Smack, 10

Banks Street Bar — Ron Hotstream & the Midcity Drifters, 8 Buffa’s — Hot & Spicy Swing Club, 7

Hangar 13 — Flyy-By Nite, 1 a.m. Hi-Ho Lounge — Hustle with DJ Soul Sister, 11

Circle Bar — Micah McKee & Little Maker, Blind Texas Marlin, 6

House of Blues — Departure (Journey tribute), 8

d.b.a. — The Palmetto Bug Stompers, 6

Howlin’ Wolf Den — Dauzat St. Marie, 10

Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Sean Riley Blues Band, 9

Le Bon Temps Roule — Chris Klein & the Boulevards, 10

Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Church with Unicorn Fukr, 10

Little Gem Saloon — Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 7 & 9

Hangar 13 — Bass Massive Mob, 10

Maple Leaf Bar — Eric Johanson Band, 10:30 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Igor, 7; Kerry Cox, 8; Patsy Grace, 9; Roger Ferrera & Maggie Havens, 10 Oak — Jenn Howard Glass, 9 Old Point Bar — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 9:30 One Eyed Jacks — Mahayla, Beautiful Sons, 10

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Chickie Wah Wah — Alexis & the Samurai, 8

Chickie Wah Wah — Sweet Olive Duo, 6; Gal Holiday & the Honky Tonk Revue, 8

The Maison — Dapper Dandies, 4; Smoking Time Jazz Club, 7; Debauche, Street Legends Brass Band, 10

Bacchanal — Roamin’ Jasmine, 7:30

Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Brian O’Connell & Palm Court Jazz Band, 8 Preservation Hall — Joint Chiefs of Jazz feat. Frank Oxley, 6 Ralph & Kacoo’s — Dueling Pianos, 7 Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Lucas Davenport, 6; Glen David Andrews, 9 Ritz-Carlton — Catherine Anderson, 1 Rock ’n’ Bowl — The Iguanas, Kermit Ruffins, 9 Royal Sonesta Hotel (Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse) — The Ella & Louie Tribute Band, 8 Snug Harbor — Derek Douget Quintet feat. Steven Blum, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Antoine Diel & the New Orleans Misfit Power, 2; Ecirb Muller’s Twisted Dixie, 6; Davis Rogan Band, 10 Windsor Court Hotel (Cocktail Bar) — Anais St. John, 6 Yuki Izakaya — Norbert Slama, 8

SUNDAY 4 21st Amendment — Tom McDermott, 4

Howlin’ Wolf Den — Hot 8 Brass Band, 10 The Jefferson Orleans North — The Pat Barberot Orchestra, 6:30 The Maison — Melanie Gardner Trio, 4; Nyce, 7; The Upstarts, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — Joe Krown, Walter “Wolfman” Washington, 10 Morning Call — The Olivia DeHavilland Mosquitoes, noon Old Point Bar — Amanda Walker, 3:30 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Lucien Barbarin, Sunday Night Swingsters, Mark Braud, 8 Preservation Hall — All String Band, Seva Venet CD release, 6; Preservation Hall All Stars feat. Wendell Brunious, 8, 9 & 10 Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Tony Seville, 7 Ritz-Carlton — Catherine Anderson, 2 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Cajun Fais Do Do, 5 Snug Harbor — Jonathan Freilich Quartet, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Pfister Sisters, 2; Kristina Morales & the Bayou Shufflers, 6; Pat Casey & the New Sound, 10

MONDAY 5 Apple Barrel — Sam Cammarata, 8 Bamboula’s — Sweet Deluxe, 3; Ed Wills Blues 4 Sale, 7:30 Banks Street Bar — South Rail, 7; South Jones, 9 BJ’s Lounge — King James & the Special Men, 10 BMC — Lil’ Red & Big Bad, 6 Buffa’s — Antoine Diel, 8 Checkpoint Charlie — Wendy Darling, 7

d.b.a. — Luke Winslow King, 7; Glen David Andrews, 10 DMac’s — Danny Alexander, 8 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — John Fohl, 9 Gasa Gasa — Zydeco Two Step, 9 Hi-Ho Lounge — Bluegrass Pickin’ Party, 8; Hill Country Hounds, 10 The Maison — Chicken and Waffles, 5; Aurora Nealand & the Royal Roses, 7; Swamp Donkeys, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — Jon Cleary & the Absolute Monster Gentlemen, 9 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Sam Cordts, 8; Jay P. Dufour, 9 Preservation Hall — Preservation Hall Jazz Masters feat. Leroy Jones, 8, 9 & 10 Richard Fiske’s Martini Bar + Restaurant — Monty Banks, 7 Snug Harbor — Charmaine Neville Band, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy & the Oopsie Daisies, 4; Dominick Grillo & the Frenchmen Street All-Stars, 6; Jazz Vipers, 10 Yuki Izakaya — Miki Fujii & Friends, 8

CLASSICAL/CONCERTS Jo “Cool” Davis and Friends. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., (504) 522-0276; www.trinitynola.com — The gospel singer celebrates the new year. 5 p.m. Sunday. Organ & Labyrinth. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., (504) 522-0276; www.trinitynola.com — Albinas Prizgintas performs on the church’s 5,000-pipe tracker organ. 6 p.m. Tuesday.

CALL FOR MUSIC Junior Philharmonic Society. Tulane University, Dixon Hall, (504) 865-5105; www.jrphilnola. org — The Junior Philharmonic Society of New Orleans auditions young instrumentalists, vocalists and dancers for recitals March 8 or May 3, 2015. Visit the website for required application. Deadline Saturday. New Orleans Volunteer Orchestra. The orchestra seeks intermediate or better musicians. Visit www.novorchestra.com for details.

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FILM

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WEDNESDAY, DEC. 31ST Doors 8 pm / Show 8:30 pm

NEW YEAR’S EVE! Quintron & Miss Pussycat

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plus Babes & Heavy Lids

FILM FESTIVALS Bike Smut. Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center, 1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 827-5858; www. bikesmut.com — The internationally touring “film festival of radical pleasure” features short erotic films by cyclists. 9 p.m. Saturday.

OPENING THIS WEEKEND

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Pelican Dreams (G) — Brown pelicans Gigi and Morro illustrate the balance between nature and human intervention as they move from a wildlife rehabilitation facility to the wild. Zeitgeist

The Woman in Black 2: Angel of Death (PG-13) — A pair of schoolteachers (Phoebe Fox and Helen McCrory) evacuate students to the countryside to escape the London Blitz, but find a sinister haunt at an empty estate. Elmwood, Slidell

NOW SHOWING Annie (PG) — Foster child Annie (Quvenzhane Wallis) befriends Will Stacks (Jamie Foxx), a billionaire seeking to improve his image, in the update of the classic musical. Clearview, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal

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Big Eyes (PG-13) — Artist Margaret Keane (Amy Adams), famous for paintings of doe-eyed children, fights her ex-husband (Chrisoph Waltz) for rights to her work in Tim Burton’s biographical drama. Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Big Hero 6 (PG) — Young prodigy Hiro Hamada (Ryan Potter) and his robot sidekick Baymax (Scott Adsit) must save San Fransokyo from a dangerous plot in this animated adventure. Clearview, Kenner, Slidell, Regal

Dear White People (R) — Four black students at an Ivy League school confront race and identity in director Justin Simien’s critically acclaimed satire. Chalmette Exodus: Gods and Kings (PG-13) — Egyptian pharaoh Ramses (Joel Edgerton) exiles Moses (Christian Bale) when he discovers Moses’ Hebrew heritage, but God commands Moses to return and free his people. Clearview, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place The Gambler (R) — Literature professor Jim Bennett (Mark Wahlberg) has an out-of-control gambling problem in the remake of the 1974 drama. Clearview, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Great White Shark 3D (NR) — The documentary explains shark encounters. Entergy IMAX The Hobbit: The Battle of the Five Armies (PG-13) — Dragon Smaug and evil lord Sauron attack Bilbo (Martin Freeman), Gandalf (Ian Mckellen) and the dwarves in the final installment of Peter Jackson’s J.R.R. Tolkien adaption. Clearview, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place The Homesman (R) — Though troubled herself, a frontier woman (Hilary Swank) convinces a claim jumper (Tommy Lee Jones) to help her shepherd three mentally ill women to safety. Chalmette Horrible Bosses 2 (R) — Nick (Jason Bateman), Dale (Charlie Day) and Kurt (Jason Sudeikis) start their own business, but resort to kidnapping after an investor rips them off. Kenner The Hunger Games: Mockingjay, Part 1 (PG-13) — The first half of the final part of the trilogy opens as Katniss (Jennifer Lawrence) wakes up in District 13 and learns of a secret rebellion that could save her nation. Clearview, Kenner, Slidell, Regal

The Imitation Game (PG-13) — British computer scientist and cryptographer Alan Turing (Benedict Cumberbach) cracks the Nazis’ Enigma Code, but is later prosecuted for homosexuality. Prytania, Canal Place Interstellar (PG-13) — A physicist (Michael Caine) and an ex-NASA pilot (Matthew McConaughey) seek a habitable planet where they can send the population of a blighted Earth. Clearview, Entergy IMAX, Slidell, Regal The Interview (R) — Two tabloid TV reporters (James Franco and Seth Rogan) attempt to kill North Korea’s Kim Jong Un (Randall Park) in the film widely speculated to have inspired a cyberattack on Sony Pictures. Chalmette Into the Woods (PG) — Meryl Streep, James Corden and Emily Blunt star in the musical about an unhappily childless couple who meet fairy tale characters as they seek to undo a witch’s curse. Clearview, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Island of Lemurs: Madagascar 3D (G) — Morgan Freeman narrates a film about lemurs in Madagascar. Entergy IMAX Kenya 3D: Animal Kingdom (NR) — Two young Maasai warriors go on a ritual safari through Kenya. Entergy IMAX Night at the Museum: Secret of the Tomb (PG) — Night watchman Larry Daley (Ben Stiller) travels to London to preserve the magic that brings museum exhibits like Teddy Roosevelt (Robin Williams) and Jedediah (Owen Wilson) to life. Clearview, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Penguins of Madagascar (PG) — Penguins Skipper, Kowalski, Rico and Private battle villainous octopus Dr. Octavius Brine (John Malkovich) in the animated spy thriller. Kenner, Slidell, Regal The Theory of Everything (PG13) — Facing a bleak diagnosis, a young Stephen Hawking (Eddie Redmayne) falls in love with Jane Wilde (Felicity Jones) and transforms the study of astrophysics. Chalmette Top Five (R) — Chris Rock directs a film starring himself as Andre Allen, an upcoming comedian who opens up to a journalist (Rosario Dawson) in hopes of being taken seriously as an actor. Clearview, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Unbroken (PG-13) — Former Olympian Louis “Louie” Zamperini (Jack O’Connell) survives 47 days on a raft in the Pacific Ocean and more than two years in a Japanese POW camp during World War II. Clearview, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Wild (R) — After losing her beloved mother, Cheryl Strayed

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Unbroken

(Reese Witherspoon) makes a clean break from personal trauma with a solo hike of the challenging Pacific Crest Trail. Slidell, Canal Place

Glenn Greenwald travel to Hong Kong to meet a mysterious informant with knowledge of government surveillance: Edward Snowden. 7 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Indywood

SPECIAL SCREENINGS

The Great Invisible (NR) — Margaret Brown’s documentary considers the Deepwater Horizon disaster from the perspective of oil executives, survivors and Gulf Coast residents. 7 p.m. Saturday-Monday. Indywood

Ay, Carmela! (PG-13) — Arrested during the Spanish Civil War, troubadours Carmela (Carmen Maura) and Paulino (Andres Pajares) must entertain nationalist troupes in Carlos Saura’s 1990 comedy. 7 p.m. Monday. Cafe Istanbul The Babadook (NR) — A children’s book monster terrorizes a young boy (Noah Wiseman) and his mother (Essie Davis) in this Australian psychological horror. 8 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Zeitgeist Citizenfour (R) — Filmmaker Laura Poitras and journalist

Hidden Colors (NR) — Director Tariq Nasheed’s documentary-style series looks at untold histories of people of color, as well as some conspiracy theories. A panel discussion follows. 1 p.m. Sunday. Cafe Istanbul How to Not Kill A Tiger (NR) — The owners of the Tiger Truck Stop in Grosse Tete produced this documentary in favor

of individuals’ rights to keep exotic animals. Friday-Monday; call for times. Chalmette No No: A Dockumentary (NR) — In the 1970s, Dock Ellis played major league baseball despite serious substance abuse, and once claimed to pitch a no-hitter while high on LSD. 9 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Indywood Point and Shoot (NR) — Marshall Curry’s documentary follows Matt VanDyke, a 26-yearold American photographer captured in Libya during the uprising against Muammar Gaddafi. 7 p.m. Sunday-Monday. Indywood Sagrada: The Mysteries of Creation (NR) — The documentary looks at Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia, a basilica designed by Antoni Gaudi that’s been under construction since 1882. 6 p.m. Tuesday and Thursday. Zeitgeist PAGE 40

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Unbroken (PG-13) On paper, the life story of Louis Zamperini would seem the stuff of which great movies are made. Olympic track Directed by star Zamperini volunteered at the start of World War II Angelina Jolie and became an Army Air Corps bombardier. He endured Starring Jack a plane crash into the ocean, 47 days adrift on a raft and O’Connell, Miyavi two-and-a-half years in a Japanese prisoner of war camp, where his captors abused him mercilessly. He survived Wide release to tell his inspiring tale of perseverance and courage. So why is director and co-producer Angelina Jolie’s Zamperini biopic Unbroken so hopelessly flat and uninvolving? Basing her film on author Laura Hillenbrand’s acclaimed bestseller Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption, Jolie had no trouble attracting world-class talent to the project. Joel and Ethan Coen are among those credited with writing the screenplay, and longtime Coen brothers cinematographer Roger Deakins crafted the film’s glowing widescreen images. Up-and-coming British actor Jack O’Connell (Starred Up) makes a convincing Zamperini, and Japanese rock star Miyavi successfully plays against type as sadistic prison guard Mutsuhiro Watanabe. But Unbroken is the kind of film where the phrase, “If you can take it, you can make it” is presented as the height of profundity. For all its sincere effort, Unbroken fails to reveal anything substantial about the man behind the heroics. It avoids the severe post-traumatic stress disorder that shaped Zamperini’s life after the war, along with his eventual forgiveness of his captors. Those events are the primary sources of meaning in Zamperini’s story, and this long and slowly paced film can only spin its wheels without them. — KEN KORMAN

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REVIEW

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Annie

Few traditional Hollywood musicals are made Annie (PG) today, and the ones that do get funded are released Directed by Will Gluck almost exclusively at Christmas. That’s because Starring Quvenzhane musicals require an entirely different mindset from Wallis, Jamie Foxx, audiences than other types of films. Otherwise realistic characters suddenly bursting into song to Cameron Diaz and express their innermost feelings? It’s hard to think Rose Byrne of anything more old-fashioned and out-of-sync Wide release with today’s mostly reality-based pop culture — but it might work during the holidays. Director Will Gluck (Friends With Benefits) wants to bridge that cultural divide with the latest film adaptation of 1970s hit Broadway musical Annie. He cast Houma native and Beasts of the Southern Wild star Quvenzhane Wallis in the title role and sets the film in a modern-day Manhattan that no longer supports a middle class. But the opportunities represented by those choices — mainly to put a new spin on the original story’s gulf between the haves and the have-nots — are squandered by a film that’s too timid to address today’s world in a meaningful way. That said, Annie isn’t as awful as its press would have you believe. Local hero Wallis makes a charismatic Annie, and the film has a light and breezy quality that contrasts nicely with this season’s somber and self-important film dramas. And it hits the bull’s-eye for its target preteen audience. Annie’s real crime is that every singing voice in the film is Auto-Tuned into oblivion. The voices are so digitally altered that it’s impossible to tell whether Wallis and her co-stars can even carry a tune — which makes you suspect they can’t. It’s one thing to expect modern audiences to embrace a musical for the holidays, and it’s another to deprive them of the natural voices that might have made it worthwhile. — KEN KORMAN

UFC 182: Jones vs Cormier (NR) — MMA fighter Jon “Bones” Jones defends his title against Daniel Cormier, and Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone faces Myles “The Fury” Jury in Las Vegas. 9 p.m. Saturday. Elmwood

CALL FOR FILMMAKERS Tulane University Film & Arts Festival. Organizers seek short films and art pieces for the inaugural festival, which will be held Feb. 20-21, 2015. Deadline Jan. 10, 2015. Visit www.tulanefilmandartsfestival.com or email tulanefilmfest@gmail.com for details.

AMC Clearview Palace 12: Clearview Mall, 4486 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie., (504) 887-1257; www.amctheatres. com AMC Elmwood Palace 20: 1200 Elmwood Park Blvd., Harahan., (504) 733-2029; www.amctheatres.com AMC Westbank Palace 16: 1151 Manhattan Blvd., Harvey., (504) 263-2298; www.amctheatres. com Cafe Istanbul: New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 940-1130; www.cafeistanbulnola.com Chalmette Movies: 8700 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette., (504) 304-9992; www.chalmettemovies.com Entergy IMAX Theatre: 1 Canal St., (504) 581-4629; www.auduboninstitute.org The Grand 14

Esplanade: 1401 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner., (504) 229-4259; www.thegrandtheatre.com The Grand 16 Slidell: 1950 Gause Blvd. W., Slidell., (985) 641-1889; www.thegrandtheatre.com Prytania Theatre: 5339 Prytania St., (504) 8912787; www.theprytania.com Regal Covington Stadium 14: 69348 Louisiana State Hwy. 121, Covington., (985) 871-7787; www.regmovies.com The Theatres at Canal Place: The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., (504) 581-2540; www. thetheatres.com Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center: 1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 827-5858; www. zeitgeistnola.org

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HAPPENINGS Julia Street art walk. Julia and Camp streets and St. Charles Ave. — Galleries in the Warehouse District host free openings the first Saturday of the month.

PROSPECT.3 Prospect.3: Notes for Now. Citywide; www.prospectneworleans.com — The third edition of New Orleans’ international contemporary art biennial features 60 artists in exhibitions at many local museums and institutions.

OPENING

Arthur Roger Gallery. 432 Julia St., (504) 522-1999; www. arthurrogergallery.com — “Does Anyone Remember Laughter,” work by Dawn DeDeaux, opens Saturday.

Ten Gallery. 4432 Magazine St., (504) 333-1414; www.facebook. com/nolaartsalon — “Louisianacore,” painting and installation by Jonathan Mayers; “Study,” recent work by Natalie Sciortino Rinehart; opens Saturday.

GALLERIES A Gallery For Fine Photography. 241 Chartres St., (504) 568-1313; www.agallery.com — “Where: The Exploration of Photographs and Place, 18432014”, through Jan. 31. Academy Gallery. 5256 Magazine St., (504) 899-8111; www. noafa.com — “A Visit to Horn Island,” plein air paintings by Claude Ellender, Diego Larguia, Renee Mitchell, Mary Monk, Louis Morales, Auseklis Ozols, Phil Sandusky and Billy Solitario, through Feb. 27. AIA New Orleans Center for Design. 1000 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-8320; www.aianeworleans. org — Prospect.3: work by Mary Ellen Carroll, through Jan. 25.

Callan Contemporary. 518 Julia St., (504) 525-0518; www.callancontemporary.com — “Collective Memory: Works by Shawne Major,” opening reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

Angela King Gallery. 241 Royal St., (504) 524-8211; www. angelakinggallery.com — New work by Paul Tamanian, Michelle Gagliano and Richard Currier, through Jan. 15.

Jean Bragg Gallery of Southern Art. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375; www.jeanbragg.com — “Painting the New Orleans Arts District,” group show of local scenes, opening reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

Antenna Gallery. 3718 St. Claude Ave., (504) 298-3161; www. press-street.com/antenna — “Team Draw Activate!,” collaborative work inspired by exquisite corpse, through Sunday, and more.

LeMieux Galleries. 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988; www.lemieuxgalleries.com — “Becoming Invisible,” paintings by Jesse Poimboeuf; “Excavations and Monuments: Works in Plaster” by Alan Gerson; opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday.

Antieau Gallery. 927 Royal St., (504) 304-0849; www.antieaugallery.com — “Super Imposed,” work by Betsy Youngquist and Celibeth Donnelly, through Jan. 20.

Octavia Art Gallery. 454 Julia St., (504) 309-4249; www.octaviaartgallery.com — Sculpture and mixed media by Wayne Amedee, opening reception 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday. Soren Christensen Gallery. 400 Julia St., (504) 569-9501; www.

Ariodante Gallery. 535 Julia St., (504) 524-3233; www.ariodantegallery.com — “Pathless Travel,” work by Cheryl Grace, Kiki Huston, Ginger Kelly and Ellen Macomber, through Wednesday. Barrister’s Gallery. 2331 St. Claude Ave., (504) 525-2767; www.barristersgallery.com — “Orgasm,” photographs by Linda

Prospect.3: Grosse Fatigue and Anna Freud and Her Father

Camille Henrot, the freshly minted French art star, has a way of breathing new life into ancient myths and natural history via new technology. Her Grosse Fatigue video projection (pictured) at Longue Vue House and Gardens received the Silver Lion award when it premiered at the 2013 Venice Biennale, but it perfectly reflects Prospect.3’s Paul Gauguin-inspired subtheme: “Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Prospect.3: Grosse Fatigue: Video by Camille Henrot THRU Where Are We Going?” via its fluid Longue Vue House and Gardens, 7 Bamboo Road JAN interweaving of creation myths and evolutionary biology. Its soundtrack, (504) 488-5488 inspired by paleo-rap group The www.longuevue.com Last Poets, gives it a retro-hip, bongo- and ganja-inflected swagger Anna Freud and Her Father: Work by Cristina Molina as computer screen views of turtles THRU The Front, 4100 St. Claude Ave. JAN and tribal rituals, tree frogs and smartphones, nucleosynthesis and (504) 383-4075 soapy nudes seem to arise, merge www.nolafront.org and dissolve like strangely seductive fever dreams. It all began with her research residency at the Smithsonian Institute and could have become yet another conceptual art novelty exercise, but Henrot’s playful sensuality infuses it with enough digital endorphins to turn it into an unexpected, and occasionally epiphanous, new life form in its own right. Cristina Molina’s All Ancient Men Shall be Forgiven video projection is an elegantly rendered visual tone poem based on a dream she had about Anna Freud, Sigmund Freud’s troubled daughter who later followed in his psychoanalytic footsteps. The smoothly shifting scenes are as symbol-laden as any by Ingmar Bergman or Luis Bunuel and unfold like enigmatic flashbacks as Anna, played by Molina, attempts to deal with a defecating baby whose laughter dissolves buildings. In another scene, she is walking in the woods and comes across a dancing bride and groom and a wedding cake that, while eating itself, mouths the oracular and inevitably Freudian pronouncement: “All ancient men shall be forgiven.” It’s a precariously fraught inner travelogue, but Molina pulls it off with polish and panache, topping off this month’s superb array of mini-expos at The Front. — D. ERIC BOOKHARDT

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Troeller; paintings and drawings by Carol Leake, Anne Nelson, Cynthia Scott and Frances Swigart; “Sleepers,” photos by Robert Hannant; “Up From Guadalajara,” paintings by Roberto Pulido; all through Saturday.

Dillard University. Art Gallery, Cook Communications Center, 2601 Gentilly Blvd., (504) 8164853; www.dillard.edu — Prospect.3: work by Terry Adkins and William Cordova, through Jan. 25.

Boyd | Satellite. 440 Julia St., (504) 581-2440; www.boydsatellitegallery.com — “Once Around the Sun,” Polaroids by Richard McCabe and Andres Serrano, through Thursday.

The Exchange Center. 935 Gravier St., (504) 523-1465; www. artscouncilofneworleans.org — Prospect.3: work by Liu Ding, Lisa Sigal and Tavares Strachan, through Jan. 25.

Byrdie’s Gallery. 2422 St. Claude Ave., (504) 656-6794; www.byrdiesgallery.com — “Rhapsody in Blue,” cyanotypes by Philip Yiannopoulos, through Jan. 6.

The Front. 4100 St. Claude Ave., (504) 301-8654; www. nolafront.org — “Anna Freud and Her Father,” video by Cristina Molina; “Fictitious Cartographies,” collage by Jill Stoll; “Love Object Love,” assemblage and sculpture by Jessica Vogel; all through Sunday.

Casell-Bergen Gallery. 1305 Decatur St., (504) 524-0671; www. casellbergengallery.com — Work by Joachim Casell, Rene Ragi, BellaDonna, Jamal and Phillip Sage, ongoing. Coup D’oeil Art Consortium. 2033 Magazine St., (504) 7220876; www.coupdoeilartconsortium.com — “La Petite Mort,” installation by Blaine Capone, James Taylor Bonds and M. Silver Smith, through Jan. 25.

Gallery Twenty-One Fourteen. 2114 Decatur St., (504) 875-2110; www.gallerytwentyonefourteen.com — “Things That Go Bump in the Night,” work by Ben Gregory, Margaret Minezer, MRSA, Pauly Lingerfelt, Senan O’Connor, Katy Weidemann and Chez Marie, through Jan. 25. Garden District Gallery. 1332

Washington Ave., (504) 891-3032; www.gardendistrictgallery.com — “Annual Holiday Open House,” group exhibition of paintings, pastels, ceramics and sculpture, through Jan. 18.

Jonathan Ferrara Gallery. 400 Julia St., (504) 522-5471; www. jonathanferraragallery.com — “Guns in the Hands of Artists,” decommissioned guns repurposed as art, through Jan. 24.

Hall-Barnett Gallery. 237 Chartres St., (504) 522-5657; www. hallbarnett.com — “Southern Winters,” work by Melissa Smith, Laura W. Adams and others, through Wednesday.

J&S Gallery. 3801 Jefferson Highway, Jefferson, (504) 952-9163 — Wood carvings and paintings by local artists, ongoing. Kevin Gillentine Gallery. 3917 Magazine St., (504) 891-0509; www.kevingillentine.com — Ceramic work by Kevin Gillentine; “Duck Blinds,” photographs by Nell Campbell; both through Wednesday.

Hyph3n-Art Gallery. 1901 Royal St., (504) 264-6863; www. hyph3n.com — Group show curated by Carly Hammond, through Wednesday. Jean Bragg Gallery of Southern Art. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375; www.jeanbragg.com — “B is for Banana, Bayou and Bungalow,” paintings by Carol Hillock, through Wednesday. Joan Mitchell Center. 2275 Bayou Road, (504) 940-2500; www.joanmitchellfoundation. org — “Convergence,” work by resident artists curated by Deborah Willis; Prospect.3: work by McArthur Binion, Los Jaichackers, Akosua Adoma Owusu and Hayal Pozanti, through Jan. 25.

Loyola University, Collins C. Diboll Art Gallery. Monroe Library, fourth floor, 6363 St. Charles Ave., (504) 861-5456 — “Leftovers,” work by Tasheka Arceneaux Sutton; “Reconciliation,” work by Peter Biarritz; both through Jan. 15. Martin Lawrence Gallery New Orleans. 433 Royal St., (504) 299-9055; www.martinlawrence. com — Work by Mark Kostabi and Erte, through Thursday. Martine Chaisson Gallery. 727 Camp St., (504) 304-7942; www.

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Ariodante Gallery. 535 Julia St., (504) 524-3233; www.ariodantegallery.com — Ceramic art by Nancy Susaneck; jewelry by Lark and Lotus; paintings by Myra Williamson-Wirtz; opening reception 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

sorengallery.com — “Daydreamer,” paintings by Barry Lorne; “Manifest Destiny,” paintings by Ed Smith; opens Saturday.

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ART LISTINGS martinechaissongallery.com — “A Dot Red,” photogravures by Christa Blackwood, through Jan. 31. May Gallery and Residency. 2839 N. Robertson St., Suite 105, (504) 316-3474; www.themayspace.com — Prospect.3: “Meka Jean: How She Got Good,” installation by Tameka Norris, through Jan. 25. New Orleans Community Printshop & Darkroom. 1201 Mazant St.; www.nolacommunityprintshop.wordpress. com — “Portraits of place, self and obsession,” photographs by Breonne DeDecker, Meg Turner and Colin Roberson, through Wednesday. New Orleans Glassworks & Printmaking Studio. 727 Magazine St., (504) 529-7277; www.neworleansglassworks. com — “Art d’Hiver,” glass sculpture by Gerald Haessig and print work by Cathy DeYoung, through Tuesday; “Insomnia,” watercolor prints by Henry Miller, through Jan. 31. New Orleans Photo Alliance. 1111 St. Mary St., (504) 610-4899; www.neworleansphotoalliance. org — “Skins, Shells and Meats,” assemblages by Elizabeth Stone, through Jan. 20.

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NOCCA Riverfront. 2800 Chartres St., (504) 940-2787; www.nocca.com — “Sabor-Saber-Saver,” photo installation by Cristina Molina, through Jan. 29.

Scott Edwards Photography Gallery. 2109 Decatur St., (504) 610-0581; www.scottedwardsgallery.com — “Borrowed Relics: The Last of the Large Polaroid Transfers,” photography by Anna Tomczak; “Juju,” photographs by Sandra Russell Clark; both through Feb. 7. Sophie Lvoff at 3422. 3422 St. Claude Ave.; www.facebook. com/sophielvoff3422 — Photographs by Sophie T. Lvoff, through Jan. 25. Soren Christensen Gallery. 400 Julia St., (504) 569-9501; www.sorengallery.com — “Dream Eternal,” photographs by Nicolas Bruno; “New Light,” abstract paintings by Karen Scharer; both through Tuesday. St. Tammany Art Association. 320 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 892-8650; www. sttammanyartassociation.org — “Nature’s Essence: Two Visions,” paintings by Marcia Holmes and Jim Seitz, through Feb. 7. Stella Jones Gallery. Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 132, (504) 568-9050; www. stellajonesgallery.com — “Another Southern Journey,” work by Ed Clark, Bruce Davenport Jr., Charles Simms and Leonard Maiden, through Saturday. UNO-St. Claude Gallery. 2429 St. Claude Ave., (504) 280-6493; www.finearts.uno.edu — Prospect.3: work by Christopher Myers and the Propeller Group’s Phunam, Matt Lucero and

Tuan Andrew Nguyen, through Jan. 25.

MUSEUMS Ashe Cultural Arts Center. 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac. org — “If We Had Our Way – Experiencing Joy in the Lives of Women and Girls,” photographs by Douglas Redd and Jeffrey Cook, through Wednesday; Prospect.3: work by Kerry James Marshall, through Jan. 25 and more. George & Leah McKenna Museum of African American Art. 2003 Carondelet St., (504) 586-7432; www.themckennamuseum.com — Prospect.3: work by Carrie Mae Weems, through Jan. 25; “Queens Rule!” portraits, attire and art inspired by Mardi Gras Indian queens, through March 14. Le Musee de F.P.C. 2336 Esplanade Ave., (504) 233-0384; www. facebook.com/lemuseedefpc — “Revelations of Goddesses,” paintings by Eleanor Merritt, through Jan. 25. Longue Vue House and Gardens. 7 Bamboo Road, (504) 488-5488; www.longuevue.com — Prospect 3: work by Shigeru Ban, Camille Henrot and Jose Antonio Vega Macotela, through Jan. 25. Louisiana State Museum Presbytere. 751 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm.crt.state. la.us — “Krewe of Hermes: The Diamond Jubilee,” an overview of the Carnival organization, through Wednesday; “Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond,” interactive displays and artifacts;“It’s Carnival Time in Louisiana,” Carnival artifacts, costumes, jewelry and other items; both ongoing. New Orleans African American Museum. 1418 Gov. Nicholls St., (504) 566-1136; www.noaam.com — Prospect.3: work by Zarouhie Abdalian, through Jan. 25. New Orleans Museum of Art. City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www. noma.org — Prospect.3: work by Tarsila do Amaral, Frederick J. Brown, Huguette Caland, Ed Clark, Andrea Fraser, Paul Gauguin, Jeffrey Gibson and Alma Thomas; “Photorealism: The Sydney and Walda Besthoff Collection,” group exhibition of paintings; both through Jan. 25; “Orientalism: Taking and Making,” European and American art influenced by Middle Eastern, North African and East Asian cultures, through Feb. 1, and more. Ogden Museum of Southern Art. 925 Camp St., (504) 5399600; www.ogdenmuseum.org — “Self-Taught, Outsider and Visionary Art from the collection of Richard Gasperi”; “Self-Processing — Instant Photography,” instant film photography group exhibition; both through Sunday; Prospect.3: “Basquiat and

the Bayou”; Prospect.3: work by Herbert Singleton, Keith Calhoun, Chandra McCormick and Benny Andrews; both through Jan. 25. Old U.S. Mint. 400 Esplanade Ave., (504) 568-6993; www.crt. state.la.us/museum/properties/ usmint — Pictures of the Year International, images from the Missouri School of Journalism’s photojournalism competition; “Keeping Time,” photographs of Louisiana’s musical history; both through Feb. 28. Southeastern Architectural Archive. Tulane University, Jones Hall, 6801 Freret St., (504) 865-5699; www.seaa.tulane. edu — “Bungalows,” artifacts of bungalow and cottage architecture, through May 20. Southern Food & Beverage Museum. 1504 Oretha C. Haley Blvd., (504) 569-0405; www. southernfood.org — “Happy Happy Happy!” photographs from S. Louise Neal’s Birthday Cake Project, ongoing. Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden. New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, City Park, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — Prospect.3: work by Will Ryman, through Jan. 25. Williams Research Center. 410 Chartres St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc.org/willcent.htm — “Studio, Street, Self: Portrait Photographs from the Historic New Orleans Collection”, through Feb. 28.

CALL FOR ARTISTS Gravier Street Social. Gravier Street Social, 523 Gravier St.; www.gravierstreetsocial.com — The social club seeks art for monthly group shows. Artists should work on canvas, mixed media or board with paint, collage or ink. Deadline Jan. 9. Louisiana River Arts College Art Contest. The contest seeks art from students attending accredited Louisiana colleges. Cash prizes are awarded. Visit www.rwnaf.org/contest, email emilyyoung@rwnaf.org or call (318) 865-4201, ext. 130, for details. Deadline Feb. 1. Platforms Fund. A collaboration of Press Street, Ashe Cultural Arts Center and Pelican Bomb, the fund provides grants of up to $5,000 for artist-driven projects that engage the community. Deadline Jan. 20. Visit www.platformsfund.org for more information. Swap Meet NOLA. St. Margaret’s at Mercy, 3525 Bienville St., (504) 279-6414; www.stmargaretsno. org — The art and farmers market seeks artists. Email info@ swapmeetnola.com. Veteran’s Housing Outreach. The organization seeks art in all media for a January 2015 exhibit at the St. Charles Regional Library. Call Lisa at (504) 340-3429 to submit art.

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THEATER The Devils You Know. Shadowbox Theatre, 2400 St. Claude Ave., (504) 2988676; www.theshadowboxtheatre.com — Justin Bupp, Matthew Martinez, Alex Wallace and Mason Joiner star in Joiner’s play about angsty young men. General admission $15; students, seniors and artists $12. 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday. Gone With the Breaking Wind. Mid-City Theatre, 3540 Toulouse St., (504) 488-1460; www.midcitytheatre.com — Varla Jean Merman stars in a parody of the epic Southern Civil War drama. 8 p.m. Wednesday; 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 6 p.m. Sunday.

Beach Blanket Burlesque. Tiki Tolteca, 301 N. Peters St., (504) 2674406; www.facebook.com/ tikitolteca — GoGo McGregor hosts a burlesque show. 9 p.m. Wednesday. Bits & Jiggles. Siberia, 2227 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-8855; www.siberianola.com — The show mixes comedy and burlesque. 9 p.m. Monday. Burlesque Ballroom. Royal Sonesta Hotel (Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse), 300 Bourbon St., (504) 553-2331; www. sonesta.com/royalneworleans — Trixie Minx stars in the weekly 1960s-style burlesque show featuring music by Romy Kaye and the Brent Walsh Jazz Trio. 11:50 p.m. Friday. Creole Sweet Tease Burlesque Show. The Saint Hotel, Burgundy Bar, 931 Canal St., (504) 522-5400; www.thesainthotelneworleans.com — Trixie Minx leads a burlesque performance featuring music by Jayna Morgan and the Creole Syncopators Jazz Band. 9 p.m. Friday.

COMEDY 50 First Jokes. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www. newmovementtheater.com — Fifty comics each have one minute to share their first joke of 2015. Advance tickets $7; $10 at the door. 10:30 p.m. Friday. Accessible Comedy. Buffa’s, 1001 Esplanade Ave., (504) 949-0038; www. buffaslounge.com — Jake Potter hosts stand-up. Midnight Friday. All-Star 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. 8 p.m. Thursday. Bear with Me. Twelve Mile Limit, 500 S. Telemachus St., (504) 488-8114; www. facebook.com/twelve.mile. limit — Molly Ruben-Long and Julie Mitchell host an open mic. 9 p.m. Monday. Chris & Tami. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 3028264; www.newmovementtheater.com — Comedy theater founders Chris Trew and Tami Nelson perform free weekly improv. 9:30 p.m. Wednesday. Comedy Beast. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 907 S. Peters St., (504) 529-5844; www. thehowlinwolf.com — The New Movement presents a stand-up comedy showcase. 8:30 p.m. Tuesday. Comedy Catastrophe. Lost Love Lounge, 2529 Dauphine St., (504) 9492009; www.lostlovelounge. com — Cassidy Henehan

Friday Night Laughs. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www. nolacomedy.com — Jackie Jenkins Jr. hosts an open mic. 11 p.m. Friday. Give ’Em the Light Open-Mic Comedy Show. House of Blues, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www.houseofblues.com — Leon Blanda hosts the open mic. 8 p.m. Tuesday. Johnny Rock. C. Beever’s Bar of Music, 2507 N. Woodlawn Ave., Metairie, (504) 887-9401; www.facebook. com/TheNewCBeevers — Comedian Johnny Rock hosts an open-mic comedy night. 8 p.m. Tuesday. Laf-A-Lot. Occasions Entertainment Hall, 7122 Downman Road, (504) 314-6050 — Blowfish hosts Southern comics at a weekly dinner open mic. 7 p.m. Wednesday. Laugh & Sip. The Wine Bistro, 1011 Gravier St., (504) 606-6408; www.facebook. com/thewinebistrono — Mark Caesar and DJ Cousin Cav host the weekly showcase of local comedians. 8 p.m. Thursday. Local Uproar. AllWays Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 758-5590; www. theallwayslounge.com — Tory Gordon and Paul Oswell host an open-mic night. 7 p.m. Saturday. The Magna Carta Show. Playhouse Nola, 3214 Burgundy St. — William Benner, David Kendall, Nathan Sutter, Brian Tarney and Thomas Fewer star in a weekly improv and sketch comedy show. 8:30 p.m. Saturday. The Megaphone Show. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater.com — Improv comics take inspiration from a local celebrity’s true story at this weekly show. 10:30 p.m. Saturday. A Night of Comedy. Tacos & Beer, 1622 St. Charles Ave., (504) 304-8722 — Corey Mack hosts two stand-up

Gone With the Breaking Wind: Varla Jean Merman (pictured), Ricky Graham, Brooklyn Shaffer, Sean Patterson, Jefferson Turner and Brian Johnston present a parody of the classic film at Mid-City Theatre (Dec. 31-Jan. 18).

showcases. 8 p.m. & 10 p.m. Saturday. NOLA Comedy Hour. Hi-Ho Lounge, 2239 St. Claude Ave., (504) 945-4446; www. hiholounge.net — Andrew Polk hosts the series, which features a booked showcase and open mic. 9 p.m. Sunday. Rude. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater.com — Colleen Allerton and Lauren LaBorde perform sketch comedy at the monthly show. 9 p.m. Saturday. Sketchy Characters. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www. sketchycharacters.net — The troupe performs sketch comedy. 9:30 p.m. Saturday. Think You’re Funny? Carrollton Station Bar and Music Club, 8140 Willow St., (504) 865-9190; www. carrolltonstation.com — The weekly open-mic comedy showcase is open to all comics. 9 p.m. Wednesday.

AUDITIONS 30 by Ninety Theatre. 880 Lafayette St., Man-

deville — The theatre company holds auditions for its February-March 2015 production of Qui Nguyen’s She Kills Monsters from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Jan. 11. Email 30byninety@gmail. com or by call (844) 8433090 for information. Cripple Creek Theater Company. Akili Academy, 3811 N. Galvez St., (504) 355-4172; www.cripplecreekplayers.org — The theater company hosts auditions for its fall 2015 production of Marc Blitzstein’s The Cradle Will Rock from noon to 6 p.m. on Jan. 3, 4, 10 and 11. Visit the website for more information; contact Andrew Vaught at vaught@ cripplecreekplayers.org to schedule an audition. Playmakers Theater. 1916 Playmakers Road (off Lee Road), Covington, (985) 893-1671; www. playmakersinc.com — The theater holds auditions for its March 2015 production of Joe Orton’s Loot from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Jan. 7 and Jan. 8. Visit the website for details.

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Sunday School. The BEATnik, 1638 Clio St., (504) 648-7998; www.facebook. com/beatnikbookingnola — The burlesque and variety show features the Rev. Spooky LeStrange & Her Billion Dollar Baby Dolls. 9 p.m. Sunday.

Comedy Gumbeaux. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 907 S. Peters St., (504) 529-5844; www. thehowlinwolf.com — Local comedians perform. An open mic follows. 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. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday.

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TUESDAY 30 Celebration in the Oaks. New Orleans City Park, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 488-2896; www.celebrationintheoaks. com — The festival of lights draws 165,000 people to City Park for light displays, dancers, a carousel and a train ride. Admission $8. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday.

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WEDNESDAY 31 Big Night New Orleans. Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., (504) 561-1234; www.neworleans.hyatt. com — The New Year’s Eve celebration features food, drink, the 610 Stompers, Bad Girls of Burlesque and music

by Cowboy Mouth, Glen David Andrews, Royal Teeth and more. Tickets $130. 9 p.m. to 1:30 a.m. Breakfast of Champions and Back Trails Hike. Northlake Nature Center, 23135 Highway 190, Mandeville, (985) 626-1238; www. northlakenature.org — Participants take a moderately challenging hike, then enjoy coffee and a light breakfast. Non-members $5. 8 a.m. New Year’s Eve Kids’ Countdown. Louisiana Children’s Museum, 420 Julia St., (504) 523-1357; www. lcm.org — Families make noisemaker crafts, enjoy music by Red Hot Brass Band and count down to noon with The Count from Sesame Street. Tickets $10. 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Studio 504. House of Blues, 225 Decatur St., (504) 3104999; www.houseofblues. com — The New Year’s Eve event features music by Derrick Freeman and DJ Jermaine Quiz. Tickets start at $37. 9 p.m. White Glove Wednesdays. National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., (504) 527-6012; www. nationalww2museum.org — Curator Eric Rivets gives visitors a chance to wear original military uniforms and equipment. 9 a.m. Zoo Year’s Eve. Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St., (504) 581-4629; www.auduboninstitute.org — Families count down to noon at a kids’ New Year’s Eve celebration featuring games and music. Free with regular zoo admission. 10:30 a.m.

THURSDAY 1 America’s State Parks First Day Hike. Bayou Segnette State Park, 7777 Westbank Expressway, Westwego, (504) 736-7140; www.

Bridge lessons. Wes Busby Bridge Center, 2709 Edenborn Ave., Metairie, (504) 889-0869 — Beginners and novices take free bridge lessons. 9 a.m. Ice Man Dip & Dash. Bosco’s Italian Cafe, 2040 Hwy. 59, suite D, (985) 624-5066; www. boscositalian.com — Competitors participate in an four-mile run and a 130-yard cold-water swim at this all-weather event. Required donation $35, benefitting the Donnie Jarrell Foundation for ALS. 11 a.m. Sistahs Making a Change. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www. ashecac.org — Women of all experience levels dance, talk and dine together at this health-centered event. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. World War II Discussion Group. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www. jefferson.lib.la.us — Historian Brian Altobello hosts a monthly group for history buffs. 7 p.m.

FRIDAY 2 Friday Nights at NOMA. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — The weekly event includes an art activity, live music, a film and a food demonstration. 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Krewe of Freret Masquerade Ball. Bamboula’s, 514 Frenchmen St., (504) 944-8461; www. bamboulasnola.com — The krewe’s black-tie ball features the Hot 8 Brass Band and DJ Jermaine Quiz; proceeds sponsor float riders from boys’ charity Son of a Saint. Tickets $100. Parents Night Out. Bethel Baptist Church, 201 Filmore Ave., (504) 486-4679 — Parents get some free time while kids enjoy games, crafts, movies and snacks. Call pastor Wayne Adams at (985) 981-1144 or Associate Pastor Roger Hurd at (985) 400-3149 for details. 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Storywalk. Northlake Nature Center, 23135 Highway 190, Mandeville, (985) 626-1238; www.northlakenature.org — Participants take a strollerand wheelchair-accessible trail walk with an interactive reading of Mo Willems’ chil-

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SATURDAY 3 Covington Art Market. Covington Trailhead, 419 N. Hampshire St., Covington; www.sttammanyartassociation.org for details — The market features a variety of work from local and regional artists, including jewelry, crafts, photography, paintings and more. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Jazz Yoga. Jazz National Historical Park, 916 N. Peters St., (504) 589-4841 — Susan Landry leads a free class featuring meditational jazz piano. 10 a.m. Nature Crafts. Bayou Segnette State Park, 7777 Westbank Expressway, Westwego, (504) 736-7140; www.bayousegnettestatepark.com — Families learn about the natural world while making crafts. 1 p.m.

Swap Meet NOLA. Swap Meet NOLA, 3525 Bienville St., (504) 813-5370; www. swapmeetnola.com — The event includes a farmers market, flea market and art market. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Traditional Japanese Folk Dancing Lessons. St. Tammany Parish Library, Slidell Branch, 555 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 646-6470; www.stpl.us — Sugai Barker instructs participants in kabuki, bon odori, nihon buyo and noh mai styles of dance. Free. Register online or call the Slidell Branch. 3 p.m.

MONDAY 5 The Artist’s Way seminar. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www. jefferson.lib.la.us — Participants complete creativity exercises and discuss Julia Cameron’s Walking In This World, the sequel to The Artist’s Way. 7 p.m. Dat Truck Mondays. Dat Dog, 5030 Freret St., (504) 899-6883; www.myhousenola.com — Dat Dog and My House NOLA present a gathering of food trucks, with drink specials and live music. 4:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tai Chi/Chi Kung. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www. noma.org — Terry Rappold leads the class in the museum’s art galleries. Call (504) 456-5000 for details. Non-members $5. 6 p.m.

SPORTS Pelicans. Smoothie King Center, 1501 Girod St., (504) 587-3663; www.nba. com/pelicans — The New Orleans Pelicans play the Phoenix Suns at 7 p.m. Tuesday, the Houston Rockets at 7 p.m. Friday and the Washington Wizards at 7 p.m. Monday. Sugar Bowl. Mercedes-Benz Superdome, 1500 Poydras St., (504) 587-3663; www.allstatesugarbowl.org — The University of Alabama Crimson Tide faces the Ohio State University Buckeyes. 7:30 p.m. Thursday.

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Covington Farmers Market. www.covingtonfarmersmarket.org — The Northshore market offers local produce, meat, seafood, breads, prepared foods, plants and live music twice a week: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday at Covington Trailhead, 419 N. Hampshire St., Covington; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at Covington City Hall, 609 N. Columbia St., Covington.

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Yoga/Pilates. Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, City Park, (504) 456-5000; www.noma.org — The museum hosts classes in the sculpture garden. Non-members $5. 8 a.m.

farmersmarket.org — The market offers produce, meat, seafood, dairy, flowers and prepared food at four weekly events. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday at Tulane University Square, 200 Broadway St.; 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesday at the French Market, corner of Gov. Nicholls Street and French Market Place; 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday at American Can Apartments, 3700 Orleans Ave.; 8 a.m. to noon Saturday at Magazine Street Market, corner of Magazine and Girod streets. CRISP Farms Market. CRISP Farms Market, 1330 France St.; www. facebook.com/CRISPfarms — The urban farm offers greens, produce, herbs and seedlings. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday. German Coast Farmers Market. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Road, Destrehan; www.germancoastfarmersmarket. org — The market features vegetables, fruits, flowers and other items. 8 a.m. to noon Saturday. Gretna Farmers Market. Huey P. Long Avenue at Second Street, Gretna; www.gretnafarmersmarket.com — The weekly rain-or-shine market features more than 30 vendors offering fruits, vegetables, meats and flowers. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday. Hollygrove Market. Hollygrove Market & Farm, 8301 Olive St., (504) 4837037; www.hollygrovemarket.com — The urban farm operates a fresh market that’s open daily. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday. Old Algiers Harvest Fresh Market. Old Algiers Harvest Fresh Market, 922 Teche St., Algiers, (504) 362-0708; www.oldalgiersharvestfreshmarket.com — Produce and seafood are available for purchase. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday. Rivertown Farmers Market. 400 block of Williams Boulevard, Kenner, (504) 468-7231; www.kenner.la.us — The market features fruits, vegetables, dairy products, homemade jams and jellies and cooking demonstrations. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday. Sankofa Mobile Market. www.sankofanola.org —

The Sankofa market truck offers seasonal produce from the Sankofa Garden at several weekly stops. 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday at the Lower 9th Ward Community Center, 5234 N. Claiborne Ave.; 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Sunday at New Israel Baptist Church, 6322 St. Claude Ave. St. Bernard Seafood & Farmers Market. Aycock Barn, 409 Aycock St., Arabi, (504) 355-4442; www. fb.com/StBMarket — The market offers seafood, produce, preserves, baked goods, crafts, live entertainment and children’s activities. 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday. Vietnamese Farmers Market. 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd. — Fresh produce, baked goods and live poultry are available at this early market catering to New Orleans East’s Vietnamese population. 5 a.m. Saturday. Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market. Sala Avenue at Fourth Street, Westwego; www. cityofwestwego.com/ farmers_market.asp — The monthly West Bank market offers produce, eggs, pickles, baked goods, art, live music and pony rides. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED American Cancer Society. The society seeks volunteers for upcoming events and to facilitate patient service programs. Visit www.cancer.org or call (504) 219-2200. Another Life Foundation. The foundation seeks volunteers recovering from mental illness to help mentor others battling depression and suicidal behaviors. Training is provided. Contact Stephanie Green at (888) 543-3480, email anotherlifefoundation@hotmail.com or visit www.anotherlifefoundation.org. Arbor Day Volunteers. Northlake Nature Center, 23135 Highway 190, Mandeville, (985) 626-1238; www.northlakenature. org — The nature preserve seeks volunteer groups to help plant and reforest on Jan. 31 and Feb. 7, 2015. Call (985) 626-1238 or email rue@northlakenature.org. Battle of New Orleans Bicentennial. Chalmette

Battlefield of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 8606 W. St. Bernard Hwy., Chalmette, (504) 689-3690, ext. 10; www.nps.gov/jela — Jean Lafitte National Historic Park seeks volunteers to work as greeters, demonstrators, visitor center assistants and clean up crews at the bicentennial celebration. Visit the website or call for details. Bayou Rebirth Wetlands Education. Bayou Rebirth seeks volunteers for wetlands planting projects, nursery maintenance and other duties. Visit www. bayourebirth.org. CASA New Orleans. The organization seeks volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates to represent abused and neglected children in New Orleans. The time commitment is a minimum of 10 hours per month. No special skills are required; training and support are provided. Call (504) 522-1962 or email info@casaneworleans.org. The Creativity Collective. The organization seeks artists, entrepreneurs, parents and teens to help with upcoming projects and events, including maintaining a creative resource directory and organizing charity bar crawls. Visit www.creativitycollective.com or call (916) 206-1659. Crescent City Farmers Market. CCFM and marketumbrella.org seek volunteers to field shoppers’ questions, assist seniors, help with children’s activities and more. Call (504) 495-1459 or email latifia@ marketumbrella.org. Dress for Success New Orleans. The program for women entering the workplace seeks volunteers to help clients, manage inventory and share their expertise. Call (504) 891-4337 or email neworleans@dressforsuccess.org. Each One Save One. Greater New Orleans’ largest one-on-one mentoring program seeks volunteer mentors. Visit www.eachonesaveone. org. ongoing. Edgar Degas Foundation. The nonprofit seeks volunteers to contribute to foundation development. Call (504) 821-5009 or email info@degashouse.com. PAGE 46

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P.3+ BAMBOULA/NOLA roundtable. Old U.S. Mint, 400 Esplanade Ave., (504) 568-6993; www.crt.state. la.us/museum/properties/ usmint — Sound artist Philippe Landry and a team from Tulane’s Howard-Tilton Memorial Library discuss the influence of orientalism, tourism and academia on New Orleans music and tradition. 2 p.m.

Gov. Nicholls Street and French Market Place, (504) 522-2621; www. frenchmarket.org — Local chefs cook their signature dishes. 2 p.m.

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Girls on the Run. Girls on the Run seeks running partners, assistant coaches, committee members and race day volunteers. Email info@gotrnola. org or visit www.gotrnola. org. ongoing. Greater New Orleans Fair Housing Action Center. The center seeks part-time civil rights investigators with excellent writing skills, reliable transportation and no criminal convictions to help expose housing discrimination in the New Orleans metro area. Call (504) 717-4257 or email mmorgan@gnofairhousing.org. Green Light New Orleans. The group seeks volunteers to help install free energy-efficient lightbulbs in homes. Visit www. greenlightneworleans. org, call (504) 324-2429 or email green@greenlightneworleans.org. HandsOn New Orleans. The volunteer center for the New Orleans area invites prospective volunteers to learn about the opportunities available and how to be a good volunteer. Call (504) 304-2275, email volunteer@handsonneworleans.org or visit www. handsonneworleans.org. Hospice Volunteers. Harmony Hospice seeks volunteers to offer companionship to patients through reading, playing cards and other activities. Call Carla Fisher at (504) 832-8111. Jackson Barracks Museum Volunteers. The museum seeks volunteers to work one day a week for the Louisiana National Guard Museum. Volunteers prepare military aircraft, vehicles and equipment for display. Call David at (504) 837-0175 or email daveharrell@yahoo.com. Lakeview Civic Improvement Association. The association’s green space committee needs volunteers to pick up trash or trim trees for the adopta-block program. Sign up with Russ Barranco at (504) 482-9598 or rpbarranco@cox.net. Louisiana SPCA. The LA/ SPCA seeks volunteers to work with the animals and help with special events, education and more. Volunteers must be at least 12 years old and complete an orientation to work directly with

animals. Visit www.la-spca. org/volunteer. Lowernine.org. Lowernine.org seeks volunteers to help renovate homes in the Lower 9th Ward. Visit www.lowernine. org or email lauren@ lowernine.org. Meal Delivery Volunteers. The Jefferson Council on Aging seeks volunteers to deliver meals to homebound adults. Gas and mileage expenses are reimbursed. Call Gail at (504) 888-5880. National World War II Museum. The museum accepts applications for volunteers to greet visitors from around the world and familiarize them with its galleries and artifacts. Call (504) 527-6012, ext. 243, or email katherine.alpert@ nationalww2museum.org. NOLA Wise. The partnership of Global Green, the City of New Orleans and the Department of Energy helps homeowners make their homes more energy efficient. It seeks volunteers, who must attend a 30-minute orientation. Email mrowand@globalgreen.org. Parkway Partners. The greenspace and community garden organization seeks volunteers for building, gardening and other projects. Email info@parkwaypartnersnola.org, call (504) 620-2224 or visit www. parkwaypartnersnola.org. Senior Companion Volunteers. The New Orleans Council on Aging seeks volunteers to assist with personal and daily tasks to help seniors live independently. Visit www.nocoa.org or call (504) 821-4121. St. Thomas Hospitality House. The Catholic charity seeks individuals and groups of volunteers to serve people experiencing homelessness. Contact Daniel Thelen at nolacw@ gmail.com or (517) 290-8533. Start the Adventure in Reading. The STAIR program holds regular training sessions for volunteers who work oneon-one with public school students to build reading and language skills. The next tutor training runs from Jan. 8 to Jan. 20, 2015. Call (504) 899-0820, email elizabeth@stairnola.org or visit www.stairnola.org.

Teen Suicide Prevention. The program seeks volunteers to help teach middle- and upper-school New Orleans students. Call (504) 831-8475. Veterans Housing Outreach Ministries. The charity seeks volunteers to help disabled, wounded and senior veterans with food and clothing distribution, home improvement, beautification, social media and web design. Call (504) 340-3429 or visit www.veteranshousingoutreach.webs.com.

CALL FOR WRITERS Scriptapalooza. The national screenplay competition seeks submissions. Visit www.scriptapalooza. com for details and application. Deadline Jan. 6.

REQUEST FOR APPLICATIONS Call for Makers. The New Orleans Mini Maker Faire seeks makers, artists, performers and crafters for the March 7, 2015 event at Tulane University. Visit www.nolamakerfaire.com/ callformakers for an application. Deadline Feb. 1, 2015. New Orleans Fashion Week. Organizers are accepting applications from designers for New Orleans Fashion Week, March 21 to 28, 2015. Deadline for the Top Design Competition is Saturday; deadline for the Featured Designer is Jan. 15, 2015. Visit www.fashionweeknola.com for details. PA Boot Camp. New Orleans Video Access Center seeks residents of Orleans and Jefferson parishes to participate in a free, twoday training workshop for film production assistants. Visit www.novacvideo.org for information and application. Deadline Jan. 8, 2015. Startup St. Bernard. The Meraux Foundation offers cash and business services worth $110,000 to a new business located in St. Bernard Parish. Visit www. startupstbernard.com to submit a business plan. Deadline Jan. 31, 2015. Swap Meet NOLA. Swap Meet NOLA, 3525 Bienville St., (504) 813-5370; www. swapmeetnola.com — Artists, farmers, bakers and flea market vendors are invited to set up booths at recurring swap meets.

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LEGAL NOTICES CIVIL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF ORLEANS STATE OF LOUISIANA

NO.2012-7403 DIV. A-15 SUCCESSION OF LEROY CANCIENNE NOTICE TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE WHEREAS , the administrator of the above Succession has made application to the Court, as it pertains to the decedent’s one-seventh (1/7) interest, for the sale of the immovable property situated in the Parish of Orleans, State of Louisiana, bearing municipal number 1327 Elizardi Blvd., and more particularly described as follows: FIVE CERTAIN PIECES 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 ORLEANS, STATE OF LOUISIANA, in the FIFTH DISTRICT this CITY, PACE PARK SUBDIVISION, in SQUARE NO. 5 bounded by Elizardi Boulevard, Socrates and Lamarque Streets and Pace Boulevard; said LOTS are designated by the NOS. 16, 17, 18, 19 AND 20 of SQUARE NO. 5 and measures each 25 feet front on Elizardi Boulevard by a depth of 120 feet between equal and parallel lines, all according to a plan of R. B. Benso, Civil Engineer, dated June 10, 1909. The improvements thereon bear the Municipal Number 1327 Elizardi Blvd., New Orleans, LA 70114. UPON THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS: $30,000.00 all cash for the transfer of full ownership interest in the property (not solely decedent’s one-seventh interest) – Notice is hereby given to all parties whom it may concern, including the heirs and creditors of the decedent herein, and of this estate, 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 such application and that such order or judgment may be issued after the expiration of seven (7) days, from the date of the last publication of such notice all in accordance with law. BY ORDER OF THE COURT Attorney: Joaquin Shepherd Address: 4051 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Ste. 228 Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone: (504) 920-9050 Gambit: 12/30/14 and 1/20/15 Mid City Pizza, LLC d/b/a Mid City Pizza is applying to the Office of Alcohol & Tobacco Control of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high and low alcohol content at retail in the City and Parish of New Orleans at the following address: 4400 Banks Street, New Orleans, LA 70119 Mid City Pizza, LLC, Mid City Pizza Member: Guy R. Owens. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of the heirs of ELAINE JENSEN KOREN please contact Justin A. Reese Atty, 2216 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130, (504) 525-1500. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Theresa Lee Sanders, please contact Attorney Dennis Moore at (504)302-7324 BENJAMIN THOMPSON or anyone knowing his whereabouts, contact Loyola Law Clinic (504) 861-5599.

NOTICE NINTH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT STATE OF LOUISIANA PARISH OF RAPIDES CIVIL SUIT NO. 249,042 G INTERDICTION OF DEBBIE LOUISE METREJEAN BRUMFIELD NOTICE IS GIVEN that James R. Metrejean, Jr., the Court appointed Curator for the Interdict Debbie Louise Metrejean Brumfield, is applying for authority to sell at private sale, on terms of SEVENTY THOUSAND DOLLARS AND 00/100 ($70,000.00), less usual and necessary expenses of closing attributable to seller, including the proportionate share of marketing commission, the immovable properties owned in part by the estate of Debbie Louise Metrejean Brumfield, described below: A certain portion of ground, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon and all of the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes and advantages thereunto, belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, on Grand Isle in SQUARE H of Ocean Beach Subdivision bounded by Lafourche Road West, Rose Thorne and Catherine Streets, designated by the No. 3 and on a survey drawn by Gilbert & Kelly, Surveryors, dated October 10, 1991, and according to which said plan said lot measures as follows: fifty (50’) feet front on Catherine Street by a depth of one hundred eighteen (118’) feet between equal and parallel lines. Being the same property acquired by Lisa Ann Guidry Baudoin and Nolan Anthony Baudoin, Jr., from Larry Donald Page, Jr., by Act of Cash Sale dated June 30, 2004, and recorded with the Jefferson Parish Clerk of Court in COB 3127, Folio 912, Entry No. 10443276. The municipal address of the property described hereinabove is Catherine Street, Grand Isle, LA 70358. An Order authorizing him to do so may be issued after seven days from the date of second publication of this Notice. An opposition to the application may be filed at any time prior to the issuance of such an Order. By Order of the Court, CLERK OF COURT NOTICE TO FATHER BY PUBLICATION LEGAL NOTICE IN THE MATTER OF THE PATERNITY OF A.R. to H.S., f/k/a H.R. and John Doe, described as a Caucasian male. You have been identified as the biological father or possible biological father of a caucasian male child whom the biological mother currently intends to place for adoption. The placement is expected to occur on or about March 1, 2015. A.R. was conceived on or about July 15, 2004 in New Orleans, Louisiana and was born on April 19, 2005 in Gretna, Louisiana. If you are the biological father, you have the right to: 1) deny paternity; 2) waive any parental rights you may have; 3) relinquish and consent to adoption; 4) file a Notice of Objection to Adoption and Intent to Obtain Custody pursuant to Nebraska Revised Statute section 43-104.02 or; 5) object to the adoption in a proceeding before any Nebraska court which has adjudicated you to be the biological father of the child prior to your receipt of notice. In order to deny paternity, waive your parental rights, relinquish and consent to the adoption or receive additional information to determine whether you are the father of A.R., you must contact the undersigned attorney. If you wish to object to the adoption and seek custody of the child you must seek legal counsel from your own attorney immediately. BY: J. D. Sabott, #25419 SHAMBERG, WOLF, McDERMOTT & DEPUÉ PO Box 460 Grand Island, NE 68801 308/384-1635 308/384-1759 (fax)

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NO.682-786 DIVISION “F” SUCCESSION OF ARJIE EMILE GASPARD, JR NOTICE TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE The Co-Executors of the Estate of Arjie Emile Gaspard, Jr. files this Notice to Sell Immovable Property At Private Sale. The Co-Executors of the Estate of Arjie Emile Gaspard, Jr. have made application to the Court for the sale at private sale of the immovable property located on Pailet Avenue. The immovable property is described as follows: THAT PORTION OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon and all the rights, ways, means, privileges, servitudes, advantages and appurtenances, thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in the subdivision known as Harvey Canal Subdivision, all as shown on a map annexed to an act before Lester Pailet, N.P., dated December 20, 1993, made by Elbert G. Sandoz, C.E., and Surveyor, dated September 19, 1927, and which map was finally revised by J.H. Payne, Jefferson Parish Engineer, on April 24, 1933, and filed for record with the Clerk of Court for the Parish of Jefferson, Louisiana, and which squares of ground in accordance with said map bear the numbers and have the boundaries as follows, to-wit: SQUARE 67, consisting of LOTS 10 to 20, both inclusive, bounded by Pailet Avenue, Joseph Street, Harland Company Property (formerly Odom Tract) and the South line of LOT 9, SQUARE 67. And according to the survey made by Dufrene Surveying & Engineering, Inc., dated April 17, 1998, said property is bounded by the East line of Subdivision, Joseph Street, Pailet Avenue and Bathia Street (side).

Encroachments: (1)Fence misalignment as shown on survey made by Dufrene Surveying and Engineering, Inc. dated April 17, 1998; and (2)Five foot (5’) encroachment of ditch on the Pailet Avenue side of Lots 19 and 20 and part of Lot 18, Square 67, as shown on survey made by Dufrene Surveying and Engineering, Inc. dated April 17, 1998. on the following terms and conditions, to-wit: $100,000.000 paid by Charles Lewis on the terms and conditions set forth in the Agreement to Purchase or Sell. 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 they may have to such application and 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 at the expiration of 7 days from the date of the last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law. Thereby order of the Court, December 23, 2014. Lisa M. Cheramie, Clerk Attorney: Gary J. Giepert Address: 4603 S. Carrollton Ave. New Orleans, Louisiana 70119 Telephone: 504-523-0700 Gambit: 12/30/14 and 1/20/15

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NUMBER: 742-463 CIVIL DOCKET DIVISION “D”

NO. 745-281 DIVISION “E”

STATE OF LOUISIANA

SUCCESSION OF FAY ANN VECA MEYER NOTICE IS GIVEN that LISA MEYER MARTIN and CYNTHIA MEYER REYNOLDS, duly qualified Executrixes of the Succession of FAY ANN VECA MEYER have filed a Petition for Authority to Sell at Private Sale, the immovable property described as follows: A CERTAIN PIECE OR PORTION OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all of the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, appurtenances and advantages, thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in that part thereof known as BRIDGEDALE SUBDIVISION, SECTION “C” in SQUARE NO. 112 bounded by Green Avenue, Perkins Street, Clearview Parkway and Shaw Street, designated as LOT NUMBER THIRTY NINE (39) on a survey made by Henry C. Eustis, Surveyor, dated July 24, 1976, a copy of which is annexed to an act dated September 1, 1976, and according to which, said lot commences at a distance of one hundred and eighty feet from the corner of Green Avenue and Perkins Street and measures thence fifty feet front on Green Avenue, has width in the rear of fifty one and one one-hundredths feet, by a depth on the side line nearer to Perkins Street of one hundred and forty eight and forty eight one hundredths feet, by a depth on the other side line of one hundred and forty eight and forty five one-hundredths feet. And more fully described on the survey made by Mandle Surveying, Inc., dated November 19, 1996. Improvements thereon bear Municipal Number 1012 Green Ave. Being the same property acquired by Fay Ann Veca Meyer wife of/and Oscar A. Meyer, Sr., by act dated February 16, 1998, registered in COB 2981, folio 904 and further acquired by Fay Ann Veca Meyer, by Judgment of Possession rendered in the Succession of Oscar A. Meyer, Sr., 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, Case No. 573-326, registered in COB 3062, folio 942, in Jefferson Parish, Louisiana. under the terms and conditions provided in the agreement to purchase, filed into the record of 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 7 days, from the date of last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law. This notice was requested by attorney RICHARD B. LEVIN and was issued by the Clerk of Court on the 3rd day of December, 2014. Clerk of Court Jon Gegenheimer A. Powell Deputy Clerk of Court Attorney: RICHARD B. LEVIN Address: 716 N. Causeway Blvd. Metairie, La 70001 Phone: 504.828.5844 Gambit: 12/9/2014 and 12/30/2014 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of any heirs of Evelyn Winona Leonard, please contact Atty. E. Appleberry, 405 Gretna Blvd., Ste: 104, Gretna, LA 70053; 504-362-7800.

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SUCCESSIONS OF ILSE JOSTA ORMEL AND JEFFREY DEAN MULTI ORMEL ADVERTISEMENT FOR HEIRS AND CREDITORS Now comes Wendy O. Soniat duFossat, duly appointed Independent Administratrix for the Successions of Ilse Josta Ormel and Jeffrey Dean Multi Ormel, who requests that the Clerk of Court for the 24th Judicial District Court for the Parish of Jefferson cause the following advertisement to be published in the proper venue for the posting of legal notices: “Wendy O. Soniat duFossat, appointed Independent Administratrix of the Successions of Ilse Josta Ormel and Jeffrey Dean Multi Ormel. Any and all heirs and creditors please contact Atty P. Clayton Belancio, at 5222 Laurel St., N.O., 70115 (504)905-8711.” Marilyn Guidry Deputy Clerk Attonrey: P. Clayton Belancio Address: 5222 Laurel Street New Orleans, Louisiana 70115 Telephone: 504-905-8711 Gambit: 12/30/14

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NO. 734991 DIVISION “I” SUCCESSION OF JUANITA DEGEORGE LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that Denise DeGeorge Alvarez and Sheryl DeGeorge Molter, the co-administratrixes of the Succession of Juanita DeGeorge have petitioned this Court for authority to modify the mortgage of immovable property held in the successions in accordance with the provisions of Article 3198 of the Code of Civil Procedure, to increase the term of the mortgage from ten years to thirteen years and the maximum mortgage amount from $47,000.00 to $69,000.00. The property subject to the mortgage modification is identified under residential address of 1018 Marais Street, New Orleans, Louisiana 70116, being more particularly described as in the 2nd District of New Orleans, SQ 146, Lot C of the Parish of Orleans, Louisiana acquired per Act of Sale, dated August 24, 1984 under Notarial Archive No. 569165, Orleans Parish. Terms of the proposed mortgage modification agreement have been outlined in the Petition for Modification of Mortgage. Notice is hereby given that any interested party, including any heir or creditor of the successions who may oppose the proposed mortgage notification, must file any opposition within seven (7) days from the date on which the publication of this notice appears. After seven (7) days from the date of this publication, the Court may authorize the Notification of the Mortgage on the terms and conditions stated herein. Clerk of Court 24th Judicial District Court Attorney: Neal J. Favret Bar No. 24412 Address: 701 Poydras St. Suite 4700 New Orleans, LA 70139 Telephone: 504-528-3001 Email: njf@jyplawfirm.com Gambit: 12/30/14

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Improvements thereon bear the Municipal No. 1200 Silver Lilly Lane, Marrero, Louisiana. An order authorizing Administratrix to do so may be issued after ten (10 days from the date of the first and only publication of this notice. An opposition to the application may be filed at any time prior to the issuance of such an order.

STATE OF LOUISIANA

NO. 745-315 DIVISION “M” SUCCESSION OF JAMES BATISTE, JR. and RUSSELL BATIESTE, SR.

By Order of the Court, Joann Gasper

NOTICE OF SMALL SUCCESSION NOTICE IS GIVEN that Luester Batiste Blair, Administratrix of the Succession of James Batiste, Jr. and Russell Batieste, Sr., is applying for any order authorizing, empowering and ratifying her actions to sell at private sale, on terms of TWELVE THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED AND 10/100 ($2,500.00) DOLLARS all cash, the immovable property owned by the Succession of James Batiste, Jr. and Russell Batieste, Sr., described below: A COMBINED, UNDIVIDED ONEFOURTH (1/4) INTEREST IN AND TO THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PROPERTY, TO-WIT: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, appurtenances and advantages thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in that part thereof known as Townsite Number Four (4) of AMES FARM SUBDIVISION, which said lot is designated by the NUMBER EIGHTY (80) and measures fifty (50’) feet front on roadway known as Silver Lilly Road, same width in the rear separating it from Walter Cohen Subdivision by a depth of one hundred forty-five and 27/100 (145.27’) feet on the line separating it from Lot Number Seventy-Nine (79) and a depth of one hundred forty-five feet and 79/100 (145.79’) feet on the line separating it from Lot Number Eighty-One (81), all between equal and parallel lines. And in accordance with survey by Alvin E. Hotard, C.E., dated October 26, 1970, said lot has the foregoing dimensions and said square is bounded by SILVER LILLY LANE, MENEFEE (25 ACRE) ROAD, Walter Cohen Subdivision and WESTBANK EXPRESSWAY. Said LOT EIGHTY (80) commences 950 feet from the corner of Silver Lilly Lane and Menefee (25 Acre) Road.

Attorney: Brent J. Laliberte Address: 1820 Belle Chasse Highway Suite 205 Gretna, Louisiana 70056 Telephone: 504-393-0315 Gambit: 12/30/14 Wynvina Four, Inc, dba Chef Menteur Shell, is applying to the Office of Alcohol & Tobacco Control of the State of Louisiana for a permit to sell beverages of high and low alcohol content at retail in the Parish of Orleans at the following address: 9232 Chef Menteur Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70127. Members: Dan Nguyen Phone: 504241-1808. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of a lost promissory note payable to Springleaf Financial Services of Louisiana, Inc. dated November 21, 2013 in the amount of $1,765.83 and signed by a E. Bourgeois please contact Jules Fontana, Attorney @ 504-581-9545. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of BARBARA GARRETT please contact Justin A. Reese Atty, 2216 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130, (504) 525-1500. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Debra P. Bradley and/or Kevin Bradley please contact attorney William Boyles at 504-232-2940. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Glenda/Glinda Caston L/K/A 4030 South Post Oak Ave, New Orleans, La, call P. Hamilton, 504-940-1883. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Revia Theresa Rosales a/k/a Revia T. Rosales a/k/a Revia Rosales please contact the Law Offices of Rudy Gorrell (504) 553-9588 1215 Prytania St., Ste. 223, New Orleans, LA 70130.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Gloria Anderson Thomas, please contact Attorney Louis DiRosa, Jr., at 504-615-7340. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of heirs of JAMES SIMMONS please contact J. Benjamin Avin Atty, 2216 Magazine St., New Orleans, LA 70130, (504) 525-1500. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Karen Marie Allen, please contact Attorney Dennis W. Moore at (504)3027324 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Keith J. Burd a/k/a Keith Burd please contact the Law Offices of Rudy Gorrell (504) 553-9588 1215 Prytania St., Ste. 223, New Orleans, LA 70130. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Lois Tumblin a/k/a Lois Tumblin Fox please contact the Law Offices of Rudy Gorrell (504) 553-9588 1215 Prytania St., Ste. 223, New Orleans, LA 70130 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Marlene S. Robinson, please contact Atty. S. Kirk at (504) 581-9322. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Randall J. Pannell and Lori Bevrotte Pannell please contact Lakeisha Jefferson, atty at 225-302-3209. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Robert Andrew Schiff a/k/a Robert A. Schiff a/k/a Robert Schiff please contact Ammon L. Miller, Jr. at (504) 525-5671. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Rodney C. Cordova, contact Atty. James Carter (504) 324-4400. Anyone knowing the whereabouts of SHAWN ELLIOT BOZEMAN, please contact Carolyn B. Hennesy at 504581-9322.

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Todd Taylor, Realtor, 504 232-0362 8001 Panola St On the Street Car Line! $1,950 Luxury Rental ENTIRE TOP FLOOR of Beautiful Duplex, 1600 Sq Feet! Plenty of space for everyone! One block to the historic Street Car, restaurants and parks. Lovely renovated home with gleaming wood floors, charming balcony for entertaining, LARGE rooms, INSIDE LAUNDRY. All appliances included. Plenty of parking and quiet neighborhood. Adorable Kitchen has new GRANITE Counter and new appliances. Washer and Dryer Inside Unit. Small dog ok.

Specializing in luxury, historic and investment real estate.

504.722.7640 • TriciaKing.com

3527 Ridgelake Dr., Metairie.

RE/MAX & NOMAR Award Winning Agent toddtaylorrealtor@yahoo.com • www.toddtaylorrealestate.com RE/MAX Real Estate Partners (504) 888-9900 Each office individually owned and operated

I want to thank all of my clients, 2014 and before, for 10 great years in real estate. When I made the decision to start this business, I was “in it to win it”, but I never bargained for the Michelle’s, Corey’s, Lucy G.’s, Casheka’s, Daphine’s, Tiffany’s, and the myriad wonderful clients and friends I have made as a result. The repeat business, the referrals, and the lessons learned have really been great, and have helped ME grow, in the business and as a person. And, my goodness, all of the babies… about 30 – 40 since October 2012. I started 12/1/04, wrote my first offer for Colette’s client, Shawn, around 12/20/04, and with it went my jitters about how real estate was or would be done. I have met four of the greatest men to grace my life in this business, Thomas Johnson, Jim Miller, and Harvey Timberlake, rest their souls; and Edmond Lewis. I often tell stories about them, as MEN. I have many trusted Realtor colleagues who have advised, guided, and laughed at and with me along the way (Glenn A., Steph W., Tracy K., Andrea C., Colleen L., Brett R., Sandy W., and Tom F., to name a few). I tell my daughter that I learn something new from every deal…that is true. I look forward to making new friends, working hard for my clients and their business, and growing, even more, with and through ALL of your grace. Have a wonderful NEW YEAR!!!! AND, thank you for helping me through my first 10. Peace.

Office Space Metairie Luxury Great Location Approx 1,350 usable sq.ft. 2nd floor of 2 story office building. Parking, efficiency kitchen, storage room, mens and womens restrooms, reception area, conference rooms, private office.

Available immediately. 1 year lease $1,700/mo. (504) 957-2360. NORTHSHORE FOR SALE 2 TO 4 ACRE LOTS

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Ideally located 10 min. north of I-12 Goodbee Exit 57

Offering Personalized Real Estate Services Since 2003

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504-524-JUDY (5839)

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1900 - 1906 St. Ann Street 4,000 Sq Ft $175,000 FOR LEASE French Country Brick Home 50275 Huckleberry Lane, Folsom, LA

Four bedrooms, three baths, jacuzzi & full shower, porches, 2 car garage, workshop. Six acre landscaped lot. Located 10 min. north of I12 Goodbee/Madisonville Exit 57

$1950. per month 985.796.9130 lapolofarms.com

Development opportunity in historic Treme. Property consists of 2 buildings, one corner building and one Creole Cottage double with large garage extending from N Roman side. Close to the French Quarter, Lafitte Greenway, new biomedical complex, Interstate, CBD. Zoned B-1 commercial, corner building was a bar for many years with apartment above. Possible use of state & federal historic restoration tax credits- exciting possibilities await!

www.JudyFisher.net

985.796.9130

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RETAIL FOR LEASE 3200 Severn

933 Behrman Hwy

9511 Chef Menteur Hwy

JENNIFER LANASA-EVANS ASSOCIATE BROKER

Across from Lakeside Mall

End Cap Closed Restaurant

Upscale Retail Strip

Approx 2200 sq ft 1-1/2 story $20/sq ft NNN

3450 sq ft $15/sq ft NNN 1000-1150 sq ft $15/sq ft NNN

10 spaces avail from 1042-9118 sq ft $14/sq ft Modified Gross

4641 FAIRFIELD ST • METAIRIE, LA 70006 • 504 207 7575

Jennifer@lanasa.com Cell (504) 250-9930 www.lanasa.com

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1 BEDROOM APT

Utilities paid. $900 per month + dep. No pets. Call 504-782-3133

High end 1-4BR. Near ferry, clean, many x-tras, hrdwd flrs, cen a/h, no dogs, no sec 8, some O/S prkng $750-$1200/mo. 504-362-7487

RICKY LEMANN

LAKEFRONT

504-460-6340 504-861-0100

CITY PARK/BAYOU ST. JOHN

Keller Williams Realty New Orleans Top Producer 2013

NEAR CITY PARK - DESAIX

Single house, c-a/h, 2br, 1ba, w/d hkps, lrg fncd yd, pets ok. $1100/mo. Avail Jan 1, 2015. 504-952-5102.

Keller Williams Gulf States 3rd Place Top Producer 2013

ESPLANADE RIDGE

2BR, 2BA w/ appls, beautiful courtyard setting w/swimming pool, quiet neighborhood. $900/mo. 504756-7347

LRG 2 BR, 1.5 BA

CBD CBD OFFICE SPACE

Furnished Office Space in CBD available with all ammenities. Lease by the office $500 per month per office. If interested please email to ssa@ ocblaw.com

Recently remodeled, kit, c-a/h, hi ceils, hdwd/crpt flrs, fncd bkyd. w/d hookups, off st pkg. $1150/mo. 1563 N. Galvez. Call 1-888-239-6566 or mballier@yahoo.com

Fully Furn’d studio/effy/secure bldg/ gtd pkg/pool/gym/wifi/laundry/3 mo. min. No pets. Avail Dec. 12. Call 504442-0573 or 985-871-4324.

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3723 NASHVILLE

CBD

3br, lr, dr, kit, 2ba, wd flr, c-a/h, upper duplex, yd, off st prkg. No pets. $1650 • (504) 432-7955 or (504) 277-1588

PRIME CBD OFFICE SPACE

Renovated professional office building in the CBD. Space from 4,000 sq. ft. to individual offices. Perfect for small businesses, remote office location, individuals, or office storage. Competitive prices. Can email pictures. 612 Gravier St. Appointment only. Call (504) 5255553 or cgreen@barrylawco.com

COMMERCIAL RENTALS 2 ROOM OFFICE $875/MO

JEFFERSON 2537 RIVER ROAD

Between Labarre & Rio Vista. 2BR, 1.5 Townhome, $885 water included, w&d hkups, fridge & stove. No pets, NO smoking. B>Great landlord for great tenants! 504-887-1814

OLD METAIRIE OLD METAIRIE 1&2 BDRM. APTS SPARKLING POOL & BIKE PATH

New granite in kit & bath. 12 x 24ft lr, King Master w/wall of closets. Furn Kit. Laundry on premises. Offst pkg. NO PETS. O/A, $724-$848/mo. 504236-5776.

2565 WISTERIA

1BR, furn kitchen, hdwd floors, o/s pkng. $400/mo + $500 security. 504715-1662. Email 1rentball@gmail.com

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UPTOWN/ GARDEN DISTRICT

1/2 BLOCK TO MAGAZINE

ROOMS BY WEEK. Private bath. All utilities included. $175/week. 2 BR avail. Call (504) 202-0381 or (504) 738-2492.

3723 NASHVILLE AVE.

3BR, lr, dr, kit, 2ba, wd flr, c-a/h. Upper duplex, yd, off st prkg. No pets. $1650/mo. (504) 432-7955 or (504) 277-1588

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316 St. Joseph Street • New Orleans, LA.

2000sf of showroom and office space. Newly refurbished. Hot Warehouse Dist. Location close to Conv. Ctr. Potential for 2nd flr. Studio/Apt., 1.5 baths, storefront.

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WATERFRONT LUXURY CONDO

3 BR/3.5 BA, w/50’ covered slip. 2 car garage, covered decks & porch, master suite, large kit, wet bar, wood floors, peaceful setting. Water, garbage & grasscutting incl. 7 miles to the French Quarter & 6 mi to I-10 $1,800/mo (504) 914-6185

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(504) 975-9763

7211 Broad Place • $499,000

5349 Prytania St. • $759,000

24/7 online resident

services Beautiful new renovation of 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath. NO FLOOD with low flood insurance rates. Viking stove, marble baths, great open entertaining area, huge front porch, master suite with walk-in closet and sitting room. French Bath fixtures in mint move-in condition. Owner/Agent.

Five (5) bedroom home just off Jefferson Ave on Prytania. Awaits your persoanl touches. Large front porch, double parlours, renovated kitchen, high ceilings, wood floors. Best price in this great uptown neighborhood.

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

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Easy Parking! Only one vacancy. Avail now. Desks, file cabinets incl 2273 Barataria Blvd, Marrero. Call cell, 781-608-6115

Each office independently owned and operated.

UPTOWN/GARDEN DISTRICT 1205 ST CHARLES/$1095

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ALGIERS POINT HISTORIC ALGIERS POINT

1/2 Dble in quiet, safe neighborhood. 2Br/1Ba furn kit w/all appliances, w/d, cent air & heat, sec. alarm, ceil fans, Ceramic tile, carpet. Garage. Water Paid. $1250/mo. 1 Year Lse. Call 504-400-9345.

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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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Location! Location! Location! Wonderful condo in the Lower Garden District. Renovated in 2010 w/ new kitchen, bath and beautiful wood flooring. Fitness Room & beautiful courtyard with hot tub. Secured off-street parking. Live & play on the parade route & streetcar line. Walk to some of New Orleans’ finest restaurants, easy access to the Interstate. Condo fee includes electricity!

THANKS TO ALL MY CLIENTS FOR A GREAT 2014! 4717 S Liberty ...................... $895,000.00 4124 Laurel .......................... $650,000.00 1307-11 Jefferson ................ $599,000.00 728 Fourth St ....................... $448,000.00 150 Lakewood Estates ......... $367,000.00 1218 Joliet ............................$299,000.00 3025 Laurel .......................... $265,000.00 1540 Orpheum ..................... $248,900.00 621 Betz ............................... $199,500.00 4361 Murano ........................ $195,000.00 711 Arnold ........................... $189,000.00 621 Betz ............................... $187,500.00 1917-19 Pauger ................... $185,000.00 2819 Baronne ....................... $175,000.00 1517-19 N Dorgenois ........... $155,000.00 1525 Clio #5 ......................... $149,000.00 3626 First St ......................... $149,000.00

1525 Clio #3 ......................... $139,000.00 1208 Pauline ........................ $125,000.00 1216-18 Gallier .................... $120,000.00 933-35 N Claiborne ............. $110,000.00 729 Gladstone ...................... $109,000.00 4517 Thalia ............................ $89,900.00 3158-60 N Villere ................... $79,000.00 4214-16 S Johnson ................ $75,000.00 1829-31 Touro ........................ $75,000.00 1626-28 Touro ....................... $62,000.00 2013-15 Foucher ................... $59,900.00 3445 Magnolia ....................... $50,000.00 1735 Hermosa ....................... $45,000.00 1201 Bartholomew ................ $33,000.00 1760 Pratt .............................. $27,000.00 2807-09 Daneel ..................... $24,000.00 196 Lakeview Dr #A ................ $6,732.00 ABR, CRS, GRI, SFR, SRS

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PET ADOPTIONS ENERGETIC

Montana is a playful, energetic black and white boy with lots of LOVE! Contact SpayMart 504-454-8200; adopt@spaymart.org

LAID BACK KITTY

Romulus is a wonderful loving and completely laid back kitty. He is a gorgeous fluffy orange boy looking for a family to love. Meet him at our Thirft Store or contact SpayMart 504-454-8200; adopt@spaymart.org

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CLEANING/JANITORIAL PAT’S HOUSEKEEPING

Professional • Dependable • 15+ Yrs Exp • References • Wkly, Bi-Wkly or Monthly. Free Est. Call Pat: (504) 228-5688 or (504) 464-7627.

Prima is a petite, quiet, blonde sweetie with crystal blue eyes. She gets along well with other cats but she can be a little shy at times. She has been at the shelter for a while and is ready to find a family of her own. Please contact us for more information: 504-454-8200; adopt@spaymart.org

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ARIA Kennel #A24472118

Aria is a 4-year-old, spayed, Lemon Beagle with a smile a mile wide and a super-powerful nose. Aria tends to get nervous around children, so would do best in an adult-only home. Aria will require TLC during her complimentary heartworm treatment. To meet Aria or any of the other wonderful pets at the LA/SPCA, come to 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. (Algiers), 10-4, Mon.-Sat. & 12-4 Sun. or call 368-5191. Cassidy is an 8-month-old, spayed, DSH with Tortie markings, bright white whiskers and a sparkling personality. She’s one of six cats that was abandoned by their owner, so she and her friends are looking for new homes to call their own. To meet Cassidy or any of the other wonderful pets at the LA/SPCA, come to 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. (Algiers), 10-4, Mon.-Sat. & 12-4 Sun. or call 368-5191.

CASSIDY Kennel #A24485128

To look for a lost pet come to the Louisiana SPCA, 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. (Algiers), Mon-Sat. 9-5, Sun. 12-5 or call 368-5191 or visit www.la-spca.org

LAWN/LANDSCAPE TREES CUT CHEAP!

& Stump Grinding & Cheap Trash Hauling. Call (504) 292-0724.

PAINTING/PAPER HANGING HELM PAINT & DECORATING

We carry Aura Exterior Paint. The finest exterior paint ever made with a LIFETIME WARRANTY. Come see us at any of our locations; Earhart Blvd., Magazine Street, Metairie, Hammond or Mandeville or call us at (504) 861-8179. www.helmpaint.com

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