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TUE. OCT. 23 | Blues and folk troubadour Spencer Bohren has a new album, “Makin’ It Home to You,” much of it featuring The Whippersnappers, a band that includes his son Andre Bohren, who produced the project. At 8 p.m. and 10 p.m. Tuesday at Snug Harbor.

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Kero Kero Bonito WED. OCT. 24 | Lead singer Sarah Bonito grew up in Japan and gives the London-born spacey electropop outfit an Asian or J-pop avatar. Its second album “Time ‘n’ Place” was released Oct. 1. Tanukichan opens at Hi-Ho Lounge.

“A Tuba to Cuba” profiles a Preservation Hall Jazz Band trip to Cuba

BY WILL COVIELLO IMPROVISATION MAY SEEM MORE THE TOOL of jazz musicians than filmmak-

ers, but director T.G. Herrington set up some spontaneous interactions for the documentary “A Tuba to Cuba,” about the Preservation Hall Jazz Band’s December 2015 trip to Cuba (which inspired the Latin rhythms on its 2017 album “So It Is”).

The band members had taken a long bus ride to the city of Santiago on the southern end of the island, where Herrington had arranged a meeting with a parading group focused on conga music.

The film captures the moment as the New Orleanians arrive with their horns in hand and the conga group members, wearing bright white and blue striped shirts, hold various percussion instruments. The result is a sort of international second line to blaring horns and Afro-Cuban beats.

“We tried to create situations where things weren’t planned but we knew there was a good chance of magic happening,” says Herrington, who has visited Cuba many times and was familiar with its musical and regional diversity. “We kept translators at a minimum on purpose. The purpose of the film is going further than language. It unfolds on screen.

You put a camera in a room with two people who you have a good idea they’re going to connect somehow, that spark’s going to happen. … It happened again and again.”

Most of “A Tuba to Cuba” was filmed in three weeks in Cuba, with some pre-trip filming in New Orleans.

Though it invokes the historic and musical links between New Orleans and Cuba, it’s not heavy on names, dates and historical exposition. It tells the story of the band’s trip through filmed concerts and arranged meetings and collaborations. The film premiered in March at South

By Southwest in Austin, Texas, and it’s the closing night film at the New Orleans Film Festival on Oct. 25. It’s also running at other festivals this fall, and a theatrical release is expected in February 2019.

The film is visually stunning, capturing colorful details in the streets of Havana including Spanish colonial architectural details, vintage cars, people socializing on the streets and more.

Cameras survey the countryside as the band boards a yellow school bus and journeys to Santiago. Herrington and music photographer Danny Clinch both ran camera crews.

The band also visits Cienfuegos, which was founded by people who left Louisiana following the Louisiana Purchase, preferring to live in a colony linked to Spain instead of the U.S. territory.

The film captures many connections, including a sort of duet between Preservation Hall member Charlie Gabriel on clarinet and a Cuban tap dancer. The band visits descendants of the renowned percussionist Tata Guines, who performed with musicians including Dizzy Gillespie while living in New York. Other connections go beyond music.

The film is framed by Preservation Hall artistic director Ben Jaffe talking about his father Allan Jaffe, who along with wife Sandra, founded Preservation Hall in 1961. Ben says his father always wanted to make the journey to Cuba.

The film makes excellent use of archival footage, much of it belonging to Preservation Hall, including a clip of Louis Armstrong lavishing praise on its early musicians. The film notes that the hall was founded during segregation, and that it was a place where mixed-race audiences could listen to music together. There isn’t enough time to get into a full history of Preservation Hall, but given the attention paid to its early years, it

Maxwell WED. OCT. 24 | The soul and R&B artist’s “50 Intimate Nights” tour arrives with stripped-down single “We Never Saw It Coming,” his first piece of new music since his acclaimed 2016 album “blackSUMMERS’night.” The artist also plans a 20th anniversary release of his 1998 album “Embrya.” At 8 p.m. at the Saenger Theatre.

The Lemon Twigs “A Tuba to Cuba” explores links between New Orleans and Cuba.

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only mentions a few of the musicians who performed at the hall and comprised the band that toured in its first decades. Win Butler and Regine Chassagne of Arcade Fire get more time on screen than innumerable Preservation Hall band members.

Preservation Hall band members find pictures of past versions of the band at Casa de Jazz, a Cuban social club devoted to jazz. While the film documents the musical links between New Orleans and Cuba, it’s also a good introduction to the Cuban traditions long inaccessible to American music fans.

FRI. OCT. 26 | Sibling duo Brian and Michael D’Addario’s 2016 debut, the psychedelic pop trip “Do Hollywood,” was recorded and released while they were teenagers. Now only one-half teen, the band follows with 2018 standout “Go To School,” which doubles as a rock opera (about a monkey).

Jungle Green opens at 10 p.m. One Eyed Jacks.

Mannie Fresh and Big K.R.I.T. FRI. OCT. 26 | The ninth annual Ballers Ball features “King of the South” and Meridian, Mississippi’s preeminent MC Justin Scott, whose massive 2017 double LP “4eva Is a Mighty Long Time” spans Southern sounds from Stankonia to bounce, with Mannie Fresh — who co-headlines here — behind the boards. At 11 p.m. at Maison.

Aziz Ansari FRI. OCT. 26 | After releasing a 2015 book about dating in the age of smartphones and social media, Aziz Ansari had his own run-in with accusations of sexual abuse earlier this year.

He’s ventured back onstage with his “Working Out New Material” tour, at which smartphones are banned. At 7 p.m. at Mahalia Jackson Theater for the Performing Arts.

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donated $200,000 to create relief accounts for those affected by Hurricane Michael, which made landfall on the Florida Panhandle Oct. 11. The bank also is waiving ATM fees in the affected areas for its clients and allowing non-customers to use its ATMs without a service charge.

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cooked dinner for about 700 first responders, including some from the Louisiana Urban Search & Rescue Task Force, who were helping people in the areas devastated by Hurricane Michael. Lagasse was working with chef Jose Andres’ World Central Kitchen, which mobilized in Puerto Rico last year to help people affected by Hurricane Maria.

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who created a boxed set of mysteries titled “Summer Snoops and Cozy Crimes: 12 Mysteries for the Dog Days of Summer” presented a check for $3,000 to the Jefferson Parish Animal Shelter (JPAS). Colleen Mooney, who runs a breed rescue in New Orleans and is one of the authors, selected JPAS as one of two animal welfare shelter recipients from sales of the set. The other is in Washington, D.C.

The out-of-court settlement included no admission of guilt by Schedler is on the hook for an additional $18,245. The litigation, which was filed in February, was settled Oct. 9.

BIKE REGISTRATION IN NEW ORLEANS NOW OPTIONAL Registering your bike with the city no longer is mandatory, following the New Orleans City Council’s amendment of the rule that had spotty enforcement, if any — or resulted in massive fines disproportionate to the cost of the sticker. Last week’s measure came from District C Councilmember Kristin Gisleson Palmer, who said that while the ordinance’s intent was good, it was “unworkable and penalties for being unregistered are currently unproportionate.”

The move changes private, personal-use bike registration from mandatory to voluntary. Bikes used by bike rental companies still must be registered with the city. That part of the change takes effect immediately.

Starting in 2019, bike registration will move from the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) to the Department of Safety & Permits, and the registration fee will go from $3 to $5.

The measure also allows the city to set up mobile bike registration stations. In a statement, Palmer encouraged people to register in case their bikes are stolen.

According to NOPD records provided to Gambit, the city collected nearly $14,000 in fines and fees for riders’ failure to register their bikes and from registrations over the last few years. That includes $4,665 this year as of August 2018, as well as $5,850 in 2017 and $3,408 in 2016.

The change followed reports of a bicyclist who faced a nearly $1,000 ticket, which included a fine of more than $150 for not registering his bike — once again spotlighting a 30-year-old, often-complicated registration requirement for bicycles.

The former law required people with bikes valued at more than $100 or with wheels larger than 20 inches in diameter to register their information with the NOPD and pay a $3 fee. Bikes worth less than $100 can have the fee waived. Registration is available at bike shops for new purchases, or at NOPD district stations, which require a form and notarized affidavit proving ownership of the bike.

In 2010, the City Council considered raising registration fees to $15, but the measure was tabled.

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Early voting underway Early voting begins this week for the Nov. 6 election. Registered voters can cast their ballots at early-voting polling stations from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Oct. 23-30 (no voting on Sun. Oct. 28). Runoffs for the primary, if necessary, will be held Saturday, Dec. 8.

On the statewide ballot, voters will choose a new Secretary of State (among the most contested with nine candidates) and decide the fate of six constitutional amendments.

Residents in each parish also will decide whether to allow fantasy sports betting.

All six Louisiana members of the U.S. House face opposition. Each race has a strong incumbent and neither of our U.S. Senators is up for reelection this year, which explains why the ballot hasn’t captured the attention of Louisianans as it has in other states where contests are closer.

New Orleanians will elect clerks for Civil District Court and First District Court, while voters in Jefferson Parish will elect school board members and decide the fate of several ballot propositions.

For Gambit’s recommendations in these races, see our Commentary and sample ballot on p. 10.

Hampton Inn in the Marigny moves forward Developers and neighborhood groups say they’ve agreed on plans for a Hampton Inn hotel on Elysian Fields Avenue in Faubourg Marigny, a project that has been in development for years but has been held up in design and review committees more than a dozen times. The New Orleans City Planning Commission (CPC) will hold another hearing on the project within the next several weeks.

In June, the CPC approved the hotel’s request for a conditional use to permit the four-story, 119-room “Hampton Inn Marigny,” seemingly sealing the deal for the vacant building at 501 Elysian Fields Ave., a block from the Mississippi River. But in July, the Historic District Landmarks Commission’s Architectural Review Committee deferred its approval, pending additional review of several designs (including balconies, railings, windows and signage), and stalling the project after its 11th trip to that committee.

That stall bought time for developers and neighborhood groups — which opposed the final plans submitted to the CPC this summer — to come up with a compromise.

Because that pushed it past its deadline for New Orleans City Council approval, the City Council voted

Oct. 18 for another CPC hearing.

Faubourg Marigny Improvement Association President Allen Johnson says the group has supported the project after developers first approached it in 2016, but “we wanted a quality building.” Developers are now working with TrapolinPeer architects.

“This property has been out of use and an eyesore and a nuisance for quite some time,” Johnson told the City Council Oct. 18.

It’s the second national chain to announce interest in opening a location on Elysian Fields Avenue, which traditionally has been a place for local businesses. A Starbucks is set to open on the corner of Elysian Fields and N. Rampart Street early next year.

Cantrell, Council part way on tax that will head to voters in spring 2019 The New Orleans City Council voted unanimously last week to place a tax to fund senior services before the voters, despite opposition from Mayor LaToya Cantrell. The approval sets up an unprecedented situation, with a tax going before the voters that does not have the backing of both the mayor and City Council.

The measure, proposed by Councilmembers Jason Williams and Jared Brossett, will allow voters to decide next March whether to impose a 2-mill tax to provide programs for seniors. The more than $6 million raised through the tax is expected to be dedicated to the New Orleans Council on Aging, a non-profit that provides services for the elderly in the city.

Council motions to put taxes on the ballot are not subject to a veto by the mayor.

“There are senior citizens in our great city who go to bed hungry because of lack of resources, and we can do something about that,” Williams said before the vote.

But Cantrell said in a letter she sent to the City Council the night before the vote that the proposal does not take other city needs into account and would add to problems with diverting revenue to outside entities.

In the letter, Cantrell argues the city should take a more “holistic and collaborative” approach to new taxes.

“New Orleans must protect and improve the services for our seniors and funding elderly services should be discussed in conjunction with other city needs, like early childhood education and mental health,” Cantrell wrote. “In the spirit of collaboration, we should work together to develop a proposal that addresses all of our community’s needs collectively.”

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‘Take Back the Night’ at Loyola University this week Loyola University New Orleans will hold its 27th “Take Back the Night” march and vigil Oct. 24 outside its main campus on St. Charles Avenue.

The event is designed to spotlight rape and sexual violence and to offer support for survivors.

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Students light candles during the 2017 Take Back the Night, a vigil and march to show support for victims of sexual and gender-based violence at Loyola University in New Orleans.

This year’s vigil will be led by Tania Tetlow, the first woman university president of Loyola since its 1912 founding and a legal expert on sexual assault issues. The keynote speaker is Loyola student Stephanie Boyd, who cofounded the website Stop Sexual Assault with Lynette Boyd, her mother.

The vigil and march are public events, but there also will be a private “Speak Out” event at which sexual assault survivors will share their stories.

Loyola is partnering with Dillard, Tulane and Xavier universities, as well as the University of New Orleans and the University of Holy Cross.

The vigil and march begin at 5:45 p.m. outside the campus’ Marquette Building.

‘Ban the Box’ gets unanimous support at Council The New Orleans City Council last week unanimously passed an ordinance that prevents city contractors from asking about potential hires’ criminal history on their job applications, a measure that extends an existing City Hall policy to people who want to work under employers with city contracts, cooperative endeavor grants or grant funding.

Councilmembers and proponents argue that applicants should be considered for employment on the merits of their skill and experience, rather than being automatically removed as a candidate because of their criminal history. (The measure does not prevent employers from performing background checks.)

The council also effectively denied a change that was proposed by Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s administration, which added wording calling for contractors’ “substantial” compliance with the measure. Earlier this month, the City Council asked the administration to come back with a draft that removes the word, which councilmembers argued could end up creating loopholes for noncompliance. The version that passed Oct. 18 removes the “substantial” wording. “‘Substantial’ compliance is not sufficient,” said District C Councilmember Kristin Gisleson Palmer, who authored the measure.

The administration also reworked its enforcement timeline; Cantrell’s administration initially called for a start date of April 1, but the City Council argued that would essentially be a six-month lapse. They arrived at a March 1 compromise.

The group Step Up Louisiana has pushed lawmakers at the state and local levels to introduce similar “ban the box” measures, part of a three-point plan that also includes equal pay enforcement and a $15 minimum wage.

In 2014, city officials approved a policy that “bans the box” for unclassified positions at the city level, but it wasn’t uniform among contractors or employers receiving city funds.

In a statement, Palmer said she has been reminded by formerly incarcerated people and their families that “for far too long our criminal justice system has placed its priorities in punishment and not rehabilitation.”

“Ex-offenders should not serve a life sentence after serving time in prison,” she said. “This new policy allows them a chance to be considered for employment based on their qualifications and experience related to the position they’re applying for and not their past.”

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Cantrell also took issue with plans discussed by the council to dedicate the money the tax would raise to the New Orleans Council on Aging.

“Providing additional resources to an organization that the city does not directly control limits the input and direction that the city can provide in order to ensure accountability and effectiveness for our residents,” she wrote.

Councilmembers have said the tax is needed to increase the services the Council on Aging can provide, including the Meals on Wheels program.

Cantrell’s administration previously has said the council should look for more money for seniors in its budget, rather than proposing a new tax, but did not go into details on the reasons for the mayor’s opposition. — JEFF ADELSON | THE NEW ORLEANS ADVOCATE

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COMMENTARY

Our endorsements in the Nov. 6 elections THE NOV. 6 MIDTERM ELECTIONS are not hotly contested in Louisiana, at least not at the federal level. However, the ballot contains a number of important races for state and local offices as well as seven statewide propositions. Early voting begins Tuesday, Oct. 23 and continues through Oct. 30.

Last week, we recommended voting for all six proposed state constitutional amendments and for a parish-by-parish initiative to allow fantasy sports wagering. Below are our endorsements in selected elections for local, state and federal offices. We do not endorse in judicial races.

For Secretary of State:

Julie Stokes

State Rep. Julie Stokes, R-Metairie, is an easy choice in this special election, which was called when former Secretary of State Tom Schedler resigned amid a sexual harassment scandal. Early in her legislative career, Stokes established herself as a thoughtful, independent conservative who consistently put the interests of her district and the state above partisan machinations. A business owner and CPA, Stokes also is one of the Legislature’s few authorities on the state budget — and a leading voice for fiscal reform. Her skills and experience as a CPA will be an asset to her because the Secretary of State, as Louisiana’s chief elections officer, must ensure that voters’ information is protected, voting machines are tested and secured, and votes are counted timely and accurately.

Most importantly, Stokes’ reputation for independence and fairness sets her apart in these times of political partisanship and polarization. Louisiana needs more elected officials like Julie Stokes, and we hope voters will elevate her to this important statewide position.

For Congress:

Steve Scalise, Cedric Richmond

U.S. Reps. Steve Scalise and Cedric Richmond defy the conventional norm in Washington. They belong to opposing political parties and disagree on most national issues, but they have a personal friendship and a deep mutual respect that allows them to put differences aside for their constituents across southeast Louisiana. Scalise, a Republican, represents the arch-conservative 1st District; Richmond, a Democrat, represents the mostly liberal 2nd District.

In recent years, they have teamed up to provide millions of dollars in funding for improved flood protection and disaster relief, coastal restoration, and extension of the National Flood Insurance Program. Both men are now part of their respective parties’ leadership — Scalise as House Majority Whip and Richmond as chair of the Congressional Black

Caucus. No matter which party carries the day Nov. 6, southeast Louisiana will be well positioned.

Richmond’s views align with ours on national issues such as health care, immigration and tax reform, but we acknowledge that Scalise’s views reflect those of most voters in his district, which voted overwhelmingly for President Donald Trump in 2016. We also recognize that his position as majority whip makes him an official cheerleader for the GOP. That said, we wish he would challenge the President on issues like tariffs, which are harmful to Louisiana’s economy, when the President lies, uses inflammatory rhetoric that divides Americans and diminishes respect for the presidency, which is often.

For Clerk, Civil District Court:

Jared Brossett

Locally, the special election for clerk of Civil District Court in New Orleans may be the most hotly contested race on the ballot. Two candidates hope to succeed longtime clerk Dale Atkins, who was elected to the state Fourth Circuit Court of Appeal last March. While both Interim Clerk Chelsey Richard Napoleon and District D City Councilman Jared Brossett present solid credentials, we give the nod to Brossett, who we feel will bring needed changes to an office that has lagged behind other clerks’ offices in southeast Louisiana in terms of electronic filing and retrieval of important legal documents.

Brossett has a solid record of constituent service and working with others in the public arena as a state legislator and City Council member, and his commitment to make the office more accessible to attorneys and average citizens alike is genuine. Brossett’s experience as a lawmaker and council member also should enable him to get needed additional resources for the office and its staff.

For Clerk, First City Court:

Austin Badon

The special election for Clerk of First City Court pits Interim Clerk Timothy David Ray against former state Rep. Austin Badon. While we endorsed Ray for City Council last year, we think Badon is the better choice for this position. Badon was a voice for reform in the Legislature, and we believe he will reform and improve the First City Court Clerk’s office as well. As a lawmaker, Badon understood the importance of working with other officials to get things done. The clerk likewise must work with First City Court judges to balance the office’s budget while providing important services to citizens, most of whom go to First City Court without legal representation. We believe Badon is best suited to that task.

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Austin Badon Constitutional Amendment No. 1 Bar felons from public office:

Yes Constitutional Amendment No. 2 Repeal non-unanimous juries:

Yes Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Donations among local governments:

Yes Constitutional Amendment No. 4 Protect Transpotation Trust Fund:

Yes Constitutional Amendment No. 5 Tax Exemption, property in trust:

Yes Constitutional Amendment No. 6 Phase in large assessment hikes:

Yes Parish-by-Parish proposition Allows fantasy sports wagering:

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The GEICO caveman and Attorney General Jeff Landry: One of them is a highly sentient — and sensitive — fellow.

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GEICO “caveman” commercials — the ones with the tag line, “So easy a caveman could do it”? If there were a legal equivalent of the insurer’s iconic slogan, it would probably be, “So obvious Jeff Landry can see it.”

In the GEICO commercials, modern-day cavemen take offense at the notion that they can’t handle difficult tasks or comprehend complex problems. In a series of ads, they are shown to be highly sentient — and sensitive — fellows.

Can’t quite say the same for state Attorney General Landry, who took almost a year to conclude the obvious: Mayor LaToya Cantrell’s use of a city-issued credit card as a member of the New Orleans City Council, while imprudent, was not a violation of state law.

The widespread perception that he’s no legal scholar may not matter to Landry, who chases headlines instinctively and uncontrollably, much like hounds chase cars and bay at the moon. He can’t help himself. If it means stepping on someone else in the process, well, that’s just Jeff being Jeff.

To be fair, Landry didn’t initiate the investigation into Cantrell’s credit card spending. The case was tossed into his lap by New Orleans District Attorney Leon Cannizzaro, who received an anonymous “complaint” from someone in the campaign of Cantrell’s runoff opponent during last year’s mayoral election.

Landry couldn’t stop Cannizzaro from tossing the hot potato his way, but he easily could have recognized it for the political canard that it was.

The fact that Cannizzaro recused himself and his office from the matter did not obscure the fact that the DA had already endorsed Cantrell’s

runoff foe, former Municipal Court Judge Desiree Charbonnet. Cannizzaro’s (and Team Charbonnet’s) refusal to identify the complainant made the “complaint” an even more transparent political gimmick.

Don’t get me wrong: Cantrell and other council members were far too free, and not nearly accountable enough, in their use of city credit cards. But their actions fell far short of criminality, as an independent review by state Legislative Auditor Daryl Purpera concluded last month.

Instead of waiting for Purpera’s report, Landry bounded headlong into a sensationalized investigation and wasted innumerable hours of state attorneys’ time seeking personal financial and credit card records from Cantrell, who won the election despite Landry and Cannizzaro’s posturing. Landry also wasted judicial time at Criminal District Court, where motions and counter-motions were filed in the case.

No matter. The headlines were awesome.

Perhaps the greatest harm was done to New Orleans citizens, whose newly elected mayor and her transition team were constantly distracted

by Landry’s grandstanding during the months leading up to her inauguration. In fact, many citizens wondered how long Cantrell might serve in office because of the “criminal investigation” hanging over her head.

The right thing to do from the getgo would have been for Landry to defer to the Auditor, wait quietly for his report, and then make a decision.

Given the choice between doing what’s right and doing what grabs cheap headlines, it’s obvious what Landry will always do — so obvious that Landry himself can see it.

BLAKE PONTCHARTRAIN™ Hey Blake, Your column last week (Oct. 16) about Fats Domino’s fried chicken restaurant brought back hazy memories of bars owned by two other local icons: sportscasters Hap Glaudi and Buddy Diliberto.

What were their names?

Dear reader,

Lloyd “Hap” Glaudi and Bernard “Buddy D” Diliberto were sportscasting legends in New Orleans, both finding fame in newspapers, television and radio. They also were local characters — always opinionated, sometimes over the top, but certainly beloved, especially for their authentic New Orleans accents.

Glaudi went to work for The New Orleans Item three days after graduating from Jesuit High School in 1936. He spent 25 years as a sports columnist and editor before becoming sports director at WWL-TV in 1958. In 1978, he moved to WWL radio and became a popular talk show host. After Glaudi’s death in 1989, Diliberto, also a Jesuit graduate, took over his radio job, capping a career that included more than a decade at The Times-Picayune and 25 years as sports director and anchor at WVUETV and WDSU-TV. While a master of the written word, Buddy D. was known for a speech impediment and a penchant for malapropisms, both of which made him an unlikely broadcasting star. He died in 2005.

In Novemer 1973, Glaudi and business partner Larry Dallas opened a nightclub and restaurant called Instant Replay. Located near Poydras and S. Rampart streets, it featured

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“music and a fine bar,” according to a February 1974 New Orleans StatesItem review by Richard Collin. He called the roast beef po-boy “one of the very best in town” and singled out the red beans and rice as a favorite.

Diliberto opened his nightclub, originally called Sportscene, in 1976. Located at 4619 Quincy St. in Metairie, the place later was named Buddy D’s. In 1980, a bartender at the club, Bobby LeCompte, encouraged Diliberto to wear a brown paper bag over his head during a TV sportscast to show his disgust with the New Orleans Saints. National news outlets published and broadcast photos of Diliberto and fans who called themselves “bagheads” and “Aints.”

They would become an unfortunate reminder of that year’s 1-15 record.

BLAKEVIEW THIS YEAR MARKS THE 175TH ANNIVERSARY of the arrival in New Orleans of the Redemptorists, a Catholic religious order founded in 1732 as the Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer.

While visiting New Orleans on a fundraising trip, German Redemptorist Father Peter Chakert was asked by Bishop Antoine Blanc to stay and minister to Catholics in what was then the city of Lafayette (now the Lower Garden District and Irish Channel). Establishing their order here in 1843, the Redemptorist priests built schools, orphanages and churches, including St. Mary’s Assumption (opened in 1858 to serve the German population); St. Alphonsus, which was located across the street and served the Irish; and Notre Dame de Bon Secours, which ministered to the French.

In 1866, Father Francis Xavier Seelos was named pastor of St. Mary’s Assumption and ministered to local victims of yellow fever, which claimed his life the following year. Beatified by Pope John Paul II in 2000 for what believers called miraculous healing, Blessed Father Seelos is now a candidate for sainthood. His remains are enshrined at St. Mary’s Assumption, which is a national historic landmark.

Redemptorist High School was a coed institution located in the Irish Channel for more than 40 years before it moved to Gentilly in 1980 and became Redeemer-Seton High School. It closed after Hurricane Katrina, and its former campus now is the new home of the all-boys Holy Cross School.

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“They’re going to be roosting throughout the day, so as soon as it starts getting dark and bugs are starting to fly, that’s when you’ll see those guys taking off and start to have dinner,” she says.

Bats also act as pollinators, just as bees do, with dozens of fruit and plant species relying on bats to pollinate their flowers.

“Bats are another cool part of that world, that mutual relationship with animals and plants,” Chambers says.

“They’re such amazing animals and they get such a bad rap. Who doesn’t love an underdog story?”

Leading up to Halloween, Audubon hosts several bat-related events as part of a national campaign to raise awareness of bats and conservation efforts. Bats’ biggest threat locally is urbanization, including loss of trees and increasing light pollution.

On Oct. 25, Audubon hosts a fundraiser and presentation from bat expert Craig Hood to benefit Bat Conservation International, and on Oct. 27, the Audubon Nature Center hosts Bat Fest, a day of bat-focused activities — visitors can learn to make backyard “bat boxes” and which plants benefit bats. There’s also a bat hike at dusk.

On Oct. 27-28, the zoo hosts events at its Bat House in the Jaguar Jungle from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “[Halloween] is the only time of year we really see bats, and they’re all spooky with red eyes and giant and terrifying,” Chambers says. “We’re trying to reclaim that image, saying, ‘We’re all paying attention to bats, so let’s pay attention to the good that they do.’ ” It’s also an opportunity to dispel some common bat myths: No, they’re probably not going to give you rabies (if a bat has rabies, it will most likely get sick and die), and no, they won’t fly into your hair.

“If they can judge well enough to catch a mosquito out of midair,” Chambers says, “I promise they know where your hair is.”

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HEY COME OUT AT NIGHT WITH A TASTE FOR BLOOD. OR BUGS. Mostly fruit. And they’re soft and cute and saving us millions of dollars in pest control costs.

There are roughly 1,000 bat species around the world. Louisiana is home to a dozen of them, from Mexican free-tailed bats to two species of mouse-eared bats to the kinds of bats that appear in the New Orleans area: evening bats, brown bats and hoary bats.

At Audubon Zoo, a 42-foot-long flyway houses 200 Seba’s short-tailed fruit bats, which roost in the dark and hang from netting when they’re not flying around grabbing bits of fruit from fruit skewers they get in the afternoon. (In the morning, they get a mash of fruits and vegetables with supplements.)

“They really like bananas,” says Audubon zookeeper Malinda Chambers. “They don’t like strawberries, which was a surprise. They can carry a lot more than their body weight — they’re about 2 ounces, but I’ve seen them fly across carrying a banana. … I had one riding on my headlamp the other day. It was kind of annoying but kind of cute.”

Then there are the zoo’s vampire bats, which feed on cow’s blood served in petri dishes.

Most bat species are fruit bats. If they’re not hibernating, others follow migratory insect populations, relying on echolocation as a sonar system to scan for prey.

In Louisiana, bats typically feed on a diet of mosquitoes, flies, beetles and moths, which can wreak havoc on crops without bats’ healthy appetites; Chambers estimates that bug-eating bats save farmers roughly $20 million a year in pest control.

Around New Orleans, you can find them “all over,” inside Spanish moss or behind tree bark and in attic spaces and other “dark little places,” Chambers says. Evening bats typically are only 7 to 15 grams, tiny enough to squeeze into the slimmest of spaces.

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and over time that will become less and less essential to every performance,” says producer Jay Pennington. “This almost kind of ignores the look of the town itself and goes in the direction of experience in the space.”

The 30-minute performance will “consider all the senses,” Rodriguez says. Visitors also can participate in the VIP experience, which promises a longer “transformative” journey; participants must sign a waiver. (“I don’t want my friends to do it,” Rodriguez says.)

“There will be some smell,” he says.

“It’s getting peoples’ bodies engaged in the worlds we’re creating in order to present these ideas, so they can hopefully have a conversation later. And it’s a really fun and interesting way to trigger different things in people, to have them sit with the underlying themes.”

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“WEAR COMFORTABLE SHOES” IS ONE OF THE FEW RULES THE ARTISTS BEHIND THE MUSIC BOX VILLAGE is willing to give away before its “haunted house” opens. It’s also not really a haunted house. It’s an immersive, high-concept theatrical performance, one that relies on the Village’s use of experiential art to host a PG-13 exploration into terrifying realities — water scarcity, environmental collapse, housing crises, real estate vampirism — that exchanges the jump scares of a haunted house with a luxury condo “open house” to glimpse a near-future dystopia.

For the first-ever “haunted house” at the Music Box, producer Leah Hennessy said New Orleans Airlift approached the space asking, “How do we make Halloween really scary this year?”

Artist and filmmaker Yamil Rodriguez pitched the idea for “Promised Estates” with an intention to subvert the space, which typically revolves around a handful of “musical houses,” a village-like arrangement of architectural installations that double as shack-sized musical instruments. The venue — now

entering its third fall season — hosts site-specific music performances and collaborations that often rely on the “instruments,” with the crowd immersed in the spaces.

“Promised Estates,” however, “will be nothing like coming to a Music Box show,” Hennessy says. “The musical houses themselves factor in as environmental sound, but not as a key player or focus in what we’re doing.”

Rodriguez recently helped produce a series of immersive, small-group performances based around the short film “Check Your Surroundings for Safety,” shot entirely from a car’s rearview backup camera. For the performances, audience members were split up to follow characters in the film, as if they watched it in real-time, with each storyline pulling at the threads of a psychological thriller.

“People are hungry to be involved and feel things,” Rodriguez says. “There are so many things between us as humans — screens, cars. The audiences I’ve had have really wanted to feel like they’re in it, in the world, because we’re so out of it.”

“Promised Estates” plays within the “negative space” of the village rather than the familiar shapes of its houses.

Now that the Music Box is anchored to its Bywater hideaway, Airlift is considering how to push the limits of the space with each performance.

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The following is far from an exhaustive list of all the paranormal activities coming up over Halloween weekend. Most of it is for adults and older children only. (Sorry, trunk-or-treaters.) And, of course, there’s always the mammoth impromptu weekend party all over the French Quarter — a neighborhood which can be scary in all the right and wrong ways any night of the year. Happy masking.

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Scout Island’s Scream Park features this horrifying figure in the Devil’s Swamp area.

SCOUT ISLAND SCREAM PARK New Orleans’ newest haunted attraction is a major production set on an island in New Orleans City Park, and features three spooky attractions, three “fright zones,” carnival rides, a hay maze, food, music and more.

There’s also a “scare-free” area for families with small children, featuring a hayride, hay maze, bounce house and pumpkin decorating. Anyone under 16 must be accompanied by an adult; IDs will be checked at the gate.

Admission and hours vary. Entrance at Marconi and Harrison avenues; www.scoutislandscreampark.com THE MORTUARY The haunted house on Canal Street — built as a private home in 1872 and once a working funeral home — is in its 12th year of providing Halloween frights, chills and scares right next to a cemetery, which out-oftowners may assume is part of the decor. General admission $30; VIP and “fast passes” available. Admission and hours vary. 4800 Canal St., www.themortuary.net.

NEW ORLEANS NIGHTMARE Is there a scarier place in Louisiana than under the Huey P. Long Bridge? Nightmares come to life in this spook house, with mini escape games and major attractions like Museum Macabre, Cursed Voodoo and Laughterhouse (yes, not Slaughterhouse) 3-D. Admission and hours vary; 319 Butterworth St., Jefferson. www.neworleansnightmare.com.

BERNIE BAXTER’S TRAVELING SIDESHOW Now in its 13th year, this annual haunted house on the Westbank is in a small residential neighborhood and prides itself on its homemade scares. The 2018 edition features a tour of the offices of a Dr. Tisdale, a “psychiatrist who earned his fame by helping his patients confront their fears but earned his infamy when the horror got a bit too real.” Free.

Open 7 p.m.-10 p.m. Fri. Oct. 26, and Sat. Oct. 27. 44 Vivian Court, www.berniebaxter.com.

FRI. OCT. 26 THE LAZARUS BALL The annual fundraiser for Project Lazarus has an open bar, food, music and a silent auction. Black tie preferred; save your wickedly clever costume for another night. $75. 7:30-10:30 p.m. Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., www.togetherwenola.com

19 WES CRAVEN DOUBLE FEATURE The Broad Theater presents two 1970s stomach-churning shockers by the horror maestro: “Last House on the Left” and “The Hills Have Eyes.” BYOB (bring your own barf bag). 7:30 p.m. $10 each film, $15 for the double feature. The Broad Theater, 636 N. Broad St., www.thebroadtheater.com.

BREWS & BOOS Unlimited beer and unlimited amusement park rides are among the attractions at this 21-and-over party in New Orleans City Park’s Carousel Gardens, along with performances by the 610 Stompers, Rolling Elvi, NOLA Bombshells and a DJ. Secret judges will roam the crowd for costume contest judging. $30-$60. 10:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m. the next morning. New Orleans City Park Carousel Gardens & Storyland, www.neworleanscitypark. com/events/brews-and-boos

show 11 p.m.-’til. Mardi Gras World, 1380 Port of New Orleans Place, www.wintercircleproductions.com.

‘SIDESHOW’ Halloween New Orleans presents a costumes-mandatory evening of sideshow freaks, geeks and everything in between at the Contemporary Arts Center, with dancing, a costume contest and an open bar.

The LGBT-friendly event will feature sets by DJ Drew G and Australian DJ Kitty Glitter. $90. 10 p.m.-3 a.m. Sunday. Contemporary Arts Center, 900 Camp St., www.togetherwenola.com.

SAT. OCT. 27 HALLOWBEAN The Krewe of Red Beans throws a fundraiser for the krewe, with a costume contest (DIY costumes encouraged) and music by Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys, Bon Bon Vivant and the Iceman Special. The crew also will unveil a 1969 Cadillac hearse covered in red beans. 8 p.m.-midnight. Urban South Brewery, 1645 Tchoupitoulas St., www.redbeansparade.com.

ENDLESS NIGHT: NEW ORLEANS VAMPIRE BALL 2018 The annual event for “dark royalty” is described as “a Venetian masquerade meets a vampire court, with the elegance of a burlesque cabaret and the energy of a rock concert.” The strict dress code emphasizes the baroque, Edwardian and “formal vampire” looks — streetwear and superhero costumes specifically not welcome.

Ticket prices vary. 9 p.m.-4 a.m. Sunday. House of Blues, 225 Decatur St., www.endlessnight.com

HELL’S GALA If your taste in psychotronic sounds tends toward electronica and bass, Hell’s Gala inside Mardi Gras World will have you covered, with DJs that include ILLENIUM, Chris Lake, Jantsen and many others.

Gala-goers have a wide choice of ticket packages, from general admission to private tables with bottle service. Doors 10 p.m.,

Janet Leigh as Marion Crane in Alfred Hitchcock’s 1960 classic thriller ‘Psycho.’ (Associated Press file photo)

SUN. OCT. 28 “PSYCHO” An Arizona secretary goes on the lam with a bunch of cash stolen from her employer, planning to meet up with her boyfriend in California, but she stops to take a refreshing shower first. That was her second mistake.

Janet Leigh and Anthony Perkins star in the classic film. $6. 10 a.m. The Prytania Theatre, 5339 Prytania St., www.theprytania.com.

FUNHOUSE ON THE PIER The Halloween-themed Sunday tea dance starts at 1 p.m. in Crescent Park, with music by DJ Dan Slater, games, food trucks and open bar.

At 6 p.m., the party will get mobile and become a second line, marching through the Faubourg Marigny and the French Quarter to the corner of St. Ann and Bourbon streets. $75. 1 p.m.-6 p.m. Sunday. www.togetherwenola.com.

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California when asked whether he remembers performing at the first-ever Voodoo Festival in New Orleans in 1999.

“I don’t really remember anything from that year,” he tells Gambit. “It’s all kind of a blur. I remember being really overwhelmed.”

That’s understandable, considering the festival gig followed the release of the mammoth 1997 self-titled debut album from his band Third Eye Blind, which spawned several ubiquitous singles and rocketed Third Eye Blind into the books as the exceptional late-’90s “alt-rock” band, propelled by hits “Semi-Charmed Life,” “Jumper,” “How’s It Going To Be” and “Graduate.”

“The first year, everything was more than I could handle,” Jenkins says. “But I lived!”

When Voodoo debuted at Tad Gormley Stadium in City Park, it was among the last of the decade’s “alternative rock” festivals, a much smaller one-day event than the three-day, megabranded weekend festival today. Its inaugural lineup included Moby, Wyclef Jean and Third Eye Blind.

Twenty years later, the band returns to New Orleans to headline Voodoo’s 20th anniversary. (“We’ll be there with bells on,” Jenkins says.)

Third Eye Blind was one of the last “big” bands to break out of San Francisco, where the band crammed into an apartment in the lower Haight-Ashbury district before its mainstream break.

“None of us had jobs to speak of,” Jenkins says. “I did this and that. We were able to press the kind of things we wanted to do on our own terms.”

Jenkins, who still lives in San Francisco, has watched the Bay Area’s dynamic shift from conservative culture clashes with bohemian

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heartache — and wrapping up the disaffected ’90s zeitgeist with earnest pleas to snap out of it.

Third Eye Blind followed its debut with 1999’s “Blue,” after which the band would see several lineup changes and release a handful of albums with Jenkins at the helm.

Over the last two decades, his songs and sensitivity have wrestled in the domain of what are now today’s culture of toxic masculinity, mental health issues and sexual PHOTO BY harassment; Jenkins he PATRICK says MELON doesn’t write songs about politics but politics inform his songwriting.

“All of those issues were the #MeToo issues now. It all PHOTO BY DANNY NOLAN comes from being written in the same perspective,” he says. “I only write about things that provoke me enclaves to its current Silicon Valley absorption, and make a dent on me in some emotional way. while residents are squeezed out of an increasThose come from the landscape of friction and ingly unaffordable, gentrified city that’s “always friends and relationships and trying to find a way been a place for weirdos,” he says, as much as to live with a sense of alive-ness and connection it has had a sense of westward expansion and dignity and redemption, in this life, and with and possibility. all the passions from which we eke a living. But “Now I have friends who are 25, 29, 30 years sometimes it’s also the landscape of something old, and they’re all living five or six to an apartso appaling.” ment, but they’re all living to make rent,” Jenkins Earlier this year, the band released its “Thanks says. ”That changes the culture of the city in a for Everything” EP of cover songs, from songs very negative way. I worry about my city, but by fellow Bay Area band Happy Diving and I’m also a loyal dog. I’m SFO to the bone and I’m Washington’s Chastity Belt to Santigold and Tim going to live and die there.”

Buckley. Jenkins is working on new songs, but The band’s Elektra debut broke out of the politics, media and the cultural divide are “showdecade’s quiet-loud guitar-rock dynamic with ing up in places,” a bit of “Pete Seeger, Fugazi, giant, clean and wide-open chords and Jenkins’ straight-down-the-pipe” songwriting, he says. breathless, nasal vocals, wringing melodies out “We’ve always been punk rock in a certain way,” of vulnerable storytelling and intense narratives Jenkins says. “We’ve always been, ‘Go ahead, — a generation of fans in karaoke bars still are huck it out there and let the consequences scream-singing along to songs about suicide, be damned.’ ” drug use, misogyny, depression and immense

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ALBERT HAMMOND JR.

MUMFORD & SONS

ALBERT HAMMOND JR. FOREVER WILL BE KNOWN AS the guitarist of The

MUMFORD & SONS ROSE to the top of the neo-folk-rock

Strokes, but don’t expect “Is This It?” played back-to-front with “Last Nite” as the encore during his solo performances. You’re more likely to see Hammond dust off a Guided by Voices cover than any of his early 2000s hits these days.

Voodoo Fest fans can at least rest assured that Hammond’s now fouralbum solo discography does share some DNA with his other band. Hammond’s intricate yet catchy guitar lines continue to drive most songs, and his vocal work even at times echoes the familiar lo-fi distortion effect popularized by bandmate Julian Casablancas (yes, that’s current bandmate; Casablancas recently told Australian press that 2019 is on the Strokes’ radar).

But Hammond’s latest album — “Francis Trouble,” released in March — probably makes the starkest distinction between his projects. While The Strokes represented rebellion and sang about last calls and long nights turned into days, Hammond’s latest stands as his most personal work to date. The title explicitly refers to the twin brother the guitarist almost had.

Hammond only recently learned (at age 36) that brother Francis had been stillborn, with only his fingernail found among Albert’s placenta. But these songs push further. In the liner notes, Hammond also dedicated the album to psychotherapist Andrew Park, who the musician credits with helping him get his life back on track (Hammond had a drug problem in the early days of The Strokes, but currently is sober). Park died in 2016, and through the creation

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of this album the songwriter wanted to continue the self-exploration his therapist encouraged.

Single “Far Away Truths” sounds like a zippy punk tune but deals with relationships fading before one realizes they’ve changed. “Set to Attack” has Beatles-ish melodic melancholy accompanying Strokes-effect vocals, and its message seems darker than the sounds indicate. The results may be Hammond’s best work to date, making this the best time to catch him in years.

— NATHAN MATTISE

food chain with a string of singles in the late 2000s, but it was the band’s live performance at the 2011 Grammy awards alongside Bob Dylan and The Avett Brothers that solidified its popularity in the U.S. Just two years later, the British group won Album of The Year at the Grammys for its second recording, “Babel,” while debut album “Sigh No More” went on to sell more than 4 million copies. Even people who don’t know the band likely can hum along to the singles “Little Lion Man” or “I Will Wait.”

Mumford & Sons combined the multi-instrumental talents of lead singer Marcus Mumford, Ben Lovett, Winston Marshall and Ted Dwane in a banjo-driven sound and a loosely defined old-timey aesthetic that reinterpreted the sounds of the American past. The band thus falls in a long line of British musical reinvention of Americana, repackaging our sounds and selling them back to us in a more sanitized form. Along the way, the band found rapt audiences in listeners longing for a more “authentic” present.

The band rode the rails of its aesthetics until the wheels came off, and by 2015 audience interest flagged. Mumford & Sons responded by redirecting itself to a more alt-rock sound, and this is where we find it today, using its truly ample multi-instrumentalist talents to perform banjoless stadium tracks with slick delivery. Mumford released the single “Guiding Light” ahead of November release “Delta.”

Its Voodoo Fest set will show whether the band continues to explore new ground, but it’s sure to mix in some hits as well. — HOLLY HOBBS

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WHITE REAPER

BY RAPHAEL HELFAND WHITE REAPER IS GROWING UP — musically, at

least. Frontman and guitarist Tony Esposito says the freewheeling lifestyle of a touring band has kept the group spiritually young. Its sound, however, grew considerably between the band’s DIY debut, “White Reaper Does It Again” (2015), and its sophomore effort, “The World’s Best American Band,” released in April. “The World’s Best American Band” embraces the blown-out theatrics of ’70s glam rock, trading in muddy garage jams for crisp, catchy stadium anthems.

“It was less us deciding to replicate a certain era and more that we just had gotten better at our instruments and wanted to write more complex parts for ourselves,” Esposito says of the band’s growth between albums. “It wasn’t like we sat down and went, ‘Let’s be a ’70s band.’ It was like ‘Oh, I’m better at guitar now, ‘I’m better at drums now.’ We’re better songwriters now.

We just pushed ourselves in terms of writing the songs.”

White Reaper hails from Louisville, Kentucky, a town better known for bluegrass and baseball bats than hard rock. “You don’t need to go through Kentucky to get to anywhere else, really,” Esposito says. “You can go to Cincinnati or Indianapolis or Nashville other ways, so not a lot of people end up passing through. But if you spend some time there, it’s plain to see there’s stuff happening. When we grew up, there was a pretty rich, all-ages DIY scene. We had a great stage at a place called Skull Alley. It was where we met pretty much all the friends we still hang out with today.”

Early on, the band bonded over a mutual love of punk rock. “The Ramones and the Misfits, the early Dischord [Records] stuff like Void and Minor Threat and Faith,” Esposito says. “That’s what we were listening to when we first got into high school. Whoever could find the coolest, fastest punk song won over everybody else for that week.”

Today, White Reaper is more likely to garner a comparison to KISS or Cheap Trick than to the

Dead Boys or The Damned, but it has retained the punk energy of its early years. But it often is playing to new audiences. “At the start of this tour, we did a couple shows with Billy Idol and now we’re touring with The Struts, and they seem to draw an older crowd that’s a little less energetic than the kids we’re used to playing to, so we’ve had to make a few adjustments,” Esposito says.

Playing with older, more established acts has taught the members of White Reaper the importance of professionalism and perseverance as they fight through the doldrums and temptations of the road. “Sometimes, there’s long

drives and some bullshit you’ve got to deal with, but at the end of the day, you gotta play a show,” Esposito says. “You gotta get up there and get it done.”

White Reaper has been touring intermittently for the past 18 months, but the group has spent some time relaxing at home and getting started on its third album.

“We’ve gotten better through touring and listening to more music and maturing,” Esposito says. “We’re ready to make a bunch of good songs. That’s the focus. We never try to emulate one certain thing. We just want to make a good record.”

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JANELLE MONAE

LIZZO IT TOOK RADIOACTIVE LEVELS OF POSITIVITY to blast something like “Good As

Hell” into the world in 2016, and again to double down with that year’s “Coconut Oil,” Lizzo’s major label debut EP, made seemingly for soundtracking confident hair flips. The Minneapolis hip-hop and R&B artist finds a reason to celebrate even in her low points, whether that’s losing a phone at the club (at least her “hair ain’t a don’t, it’s a do” on “Phone”) or working through a rough patch with a partner (“We got different stories, we under one roof / So when it spring a leak, we both got work to do” on the title track). This year, she appears on “Karaoke” from Big Freedia’s EP “3rd Ward Bounce” to out-Freedia the Queen Diva when it comes to belting out selflove koans.

— ALEX WOODWARD

JANELLE MONÁE HAS PLENTY TO KEEP HER BUSY. The award-win-

ning singer-rapper-songwriter, actress, model, activist and label executive is touring behind her third LP, “Dirty Computer,” after five years spent pursuing her other interests. In an interview with Rolling Stone published the day before “Dirty Computer” was released in April, Monáe came out as pansexual. While that might not have been the year’s most shocking headline, it was an important milestone in Monáe’s personal and artistic development. For the past decade, she’s remained masked as the cyborg persona she adopted on her first two records, “The Arch-Android” (2010) and “The Electric Lady” (2013). The sci-fi imagery made for some interesting album artwork, but it always felt gimmicky on wax. Through those years, Monáe’s best songs were ones like “PrimeTime,” on which she abandoned the robot shtick and sang from the heart. “Being a queer black woman in America, someone who has been in relationships with both men and women, I consider myself to be a freeass motherf—ker,” she told Rolling Stone. Free is exactly how she sounds on “Dirty Computer,” untethered by sexual taboos or album concepts. Each track is its own entity, but played in sequence, they become a long-form ode to personal, sexual and political liberation.

Monáe’s live shows always have been powerful spectacles, but on this tour, she’s stepped up her game. At Austin City Limits earlier this month, her set featured multiple costume changes, a troupe of highly choreographed dancers, a live band featuring more than one keytar and background visuals that managed to mesmerize in the middle of the afternoon. At 32, Monáe has entered a new chapter of empowerment. Watching it unfold onstage should be an uplifting experience.

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BIG THIEF ON 2017’S “CAPACITY” (SADDLE CREEK), BIG THIEF’S SECOND FULL-LENGTH ALBUM, the band’s affectP H OTO B Y B Y S H E R V I N L A I N E Z ing, spare songs tremble under the tension built with its minimal rock ’n’ roll palette and powerfully vulnerable storytelling.

There’s a haunting quality to the recordings, as if they’ve been alone for years and dusted off only when they’re most needed. The album, which landed on several year-end Best Of lists, appropriately was recorded during a snowstorm in upstate New York, with carefully placed, reverb-dense, treble-rich riffs, an occasional percussive boom, and intimate fingerpickings acting as kindling to warm the bones of each song, leaving plenty of space in which to feel the cold.

Adrianne Lenker’s spidery vocals barely breach a whisper, singing first-person narratives about second-hand tales to invisible listeners, or replaying the past and its consequences in her head out loud. “Capacity” could easily fit alongside Bruce Springsteen’s “Nebraska” in a folk song pantheon, but Lenker’s nakedly personal songwriting transforms Big Thief into a much heavier vessel to carry her soul.

A brief crash of slide guitars and drums opens room for a groove on “Shark Smile,” in which Lenker tells us the fates of lovers in a car crash. On “Mythological Beauty,” Lenker holds a conversation with her mother, revisiting her childhood through the lens of young parents. “You’re all caught up inside,” she repeats in its fade-out coda, sung as herself and as her mother. “But you know the way.” — ALEX WOODWARD

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TY DOLLA $IGN LOS ANGELES-BORN TYRONE WILLIAM GRIFFIN JR., BETTER KNOWN AS TY DOLLA $IGN ,

is the son of Tyrone Griffin, a later member of the funk band Lakeside, whose R&B hit “Fantastic Voyage” climbed the charts in 1980. Ty’s upbringing, surrounded by the instruments and funk and R&B stars of the era, shaped his aspiration to become an entertainer himself. But it was in singing that

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Ty found his first and strongest foothold in the industry, appearing on YG’s massive pop-sing-song rap hit, “Toot It and Boot It.” Ty set out to change the trajectory of the sound of the 2010s and succeeded. From 2014 on, he became widely known for his constant presence as an R&B-singing featured artist on other musicians’ singles across an array of genres, including 2 Chainz’s “Lil Baby,” Nick Jonas’ “Bacon,” Wizkid’s “One For Me” and more. Alongside his feature work, his mixtape releases have been consistent and interesting. His “Beach House” EP spawned one of his biggest hits to date (“Or Nah”) and also included the insanely catchy single “Paranoid.” While his first solo album, “Free TC,” failed to gain a foothold with audiences, his 2017 solo album “Beach House 3” (Atlantic Records) delivered a string of hits including “Love U Better,” “So Am I” and “Pineapple,” the latter of which featured, among other things, Gucci Mane and a dancing pineapple. “Beach House 3” also included a long list of heavy hitters such as Pharrell Williams, Lil Wayne, Wiz Khalifa and Damian Marley, with production by Mike Will Made It and long-time collaborator DJ Mustard, among others. One thing that distinguishes Ty Dolla $ign from many in his generation is his deep and abiding love for R&B and R&B history. — HOLLY HOBBS

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CHILDISH GAMBINO THIS SHOW ALMOST DIDN’T MAKE IT.

(Maybe it won’t.) After a foot injury on his current “This Is America” tour, Donald Glover — aka Childish Gambino, his shapeshifting musical alter ego — cut a gig short, then announced the remainder of the tour would be postponed, briefly leaving fans hanging PHOTO BY I B R A A K E on the “which ones” and “until when” parts until the following day. He canceled his appearance at Austin City Limits and moved the rest of the dates to December. But right in the middle of his schedule, untouched, was his Voodoo Fest show, which will continue as planned.

Voodoo without Childish Gambino would’ve been a huge blow to both the festival (he’s arguably the biggest draw of the weekend) and to his fans. Glover said he anticipates this tour will be his last, as Childish at least. The tour follows a triumphant streak of career-best work from the artist, who followed his versatile, well-received hip-hop albums “Camp” and “Because the Internet” with psychedelic neo-soul and captivating R&B on 2016’s “Awaken, My Love!,” making the case for Donald Glover as a chameleon-like renaissance man, from silk-lined instant-classic “Redbone” to his masterful showrunning of the genre-evasive TV series “Atlanta.”

In 2018, he released “This Is America,” a zeitgeist-capturing trap and R&B single complete with an arresting one-take music video, pulling together vignettes inspired by police killings of unarmed black men, Jim Crow, the 2015 Charleston, South Carolina church shooting and a host of modern American violence into a “mother!”-esque reflection of ourselves. His antidote followed in a pack of summertime singles (appropriately titled “Summer Pack”), with gorgeous, humid earworms “Feels Like Summer” and “Summertime” — deceptively simple songs that confound anyone looking for a definitive version of Glover, or Childish, and reflecting instead an artist that’s keeping us looking to the future. We just hope he can make it there too. — ALEX WOODWARD

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THE SUFFERS THE SUFFERS MAKE COMFORT MUSIC FOR TROUBLED TIMES. The Hous-

ton soul project pared down its membership from 10 to eight between its self-titled 2016 debut and its sophomore record, “Everything Here,” released in July, but the change is not apparent in its sound. Rather, “Everything Here” feels like a natural progression in The Suffers’ growth.

Kam Franklin, fearless frontwoman of the otherwise all-male group, has a tremendous voice, but what sets The Suffers apart is the way her voice interacts with the rich textures created by the band. As diverse and multicultural as their hometown, The Suffers’ instrumentals are less canvases for Franklin than multidimensional interfaces. Franklin navigates these sonic landscapes by cleverly riding along with the groove and at times jumping out of it. Her lyrics are largely romantic, and most tracks on “Everything Here” focus on stages of relationships. “The One About Sace” is about flirtation. “I Think I Love You” takes on infatuation.

“Sure to Remain” describes the security of a powerful bond. “What You Said” unpacks the loaded statements that can weigh down communication. The only clear breakup anthems on the album are the title track, on which Franklin bemoans a house in ruin after a partner’s departure — over a deceptively laid-back reggae groove — and album closer “Won’t Be Here Tomorrow,” on which she urges her lover to let her know what went wrong, sung over a slow gospel waltz. “You Only Call,” is the album’s only other sad song, outlining an exploitative relationship in its concise, repeated refrain “You only call when you need something.” “Everything Here” ends on a low note, but it’s rife with soaring highs. “All I Want To Do” emphasizes agency and self-actualization. And “Mammas,” prefaced by testimonials from band members’ real-life moms, celebrates motherhood. The Suffers’ soulful textures help it all go down easy, a sonic salve for suffering souls worldwide. — RAPHAEL HELFAND

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21 SAVAGE WHILE HE MIGHT BE BEST KNOWN FOR all the “M”s in his “Bank Ac-

count,” one of the most interesting aspects of rapper 21 Savage is his maturation into a serious young adult and musician in the midst of the trap music era. His music is dark, moody and unapologetic while simultaneously being catchy, memorable and unique. His delivery is emotionally emotionless, matched by producer Metro Boomin’s sparse and haunting flute or piano riffs. Born Shayaa Bin Abraham-Joseph in Domenica and raised in Atlanta by an Ifa-practicing Caribbean mother, 21’s upbringing was a complex and difficult one, marked by a permanent expulsion from school for gun possession, time in youth detention centers, criminal activity and tragedy. On his 21st birthday, he was shot six times while next to one of his best friends, who died in the incident.

Savage then made a slow turn away from the streets and toward the studio, quickly finding a musical friend and collaborator in producer Metro Boomin. Savage’s first mixtape, 2015’s “The Slaughter Tape,” resulted from the meet-up, and two more releases followed prior to 2016’s “Savage Mode” EP, which was produced in full by Metro. From there, Savage’s career quickly gained momentum. XXL named him to its “Freshman Class” of 2016, and he appeared on the cover of FADER. His single “X” featured Future and became Savage’s first platinum record. Savage signed to Epic Records and released two studio albums, “Issa Album” and “Without Warning.” 2017 would be 21’s biggest year yet — with the success of “Bank Account” alongside a feature on Post Malone’s “Rockstar” and the constantly-played-on-radio “Rick Flair Drip” with Migos’ Offset. He arrives at Voodoo with a new album, “Octember,” on its way. — HOLLY HOBBS

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ROCK THAT LEANS MORE “CLASSIC” AS OPPOSED TO “COLLEGE RADIO”

has been undergoing a comeback in recent years, notably led by bands including Tame Impala and Greta Van Fleet. And New York trio Sunflower Bean has done as much as anyone to revitalize spacey, glam, hard rock. Through two albums, the group has built a sound seemingly tailor-made for Voodoo Fest: big, echoey soundscapes that simultaneously embrace psychedelic rock and dreamy electronic music.

If that seems hard to decipher, Sunflower Bean’s complex music has proved difficult to fit neatly into one genre box. Guitarist Nick Kivlen and bassist Julia Cumming often trade vocals (hers an airy soprano, his a Lou Reed-esque speaking baritone), and the song styles vary track to track and not just album to album. One may be driven by low-register guitar riffs and heavy drums (“Human For”) while another could be the type of catchy light harmonious stuff that soundtracks a car commercial (“Easier Said”). That range has led the band to cross paths with all sorts of acts since the members connected in college. Sunflower Bean has opened for the likes of Interpol and The Pixies, and the group got into the studio more recently with Unknown Mortal Orchestra.

Sunflower Bean’s latest album — “Twentytwo in Blue,” released in March —continues this sonic exploration while the band works to find its voice. Musically, these songs garnered comparisons to Fleetwood Mac and Joan Jett, but Sunflower Bean’s focus feels much more contemporary. “Crisis Fest” deals with the seemingly never-ending supply of bad and urgent news (“In 2017, we know reality’s one big sick show,” Cumming wails). Tracks like “Burn It” similarly reveal a band dealing with uncertainty and trying to figure out how to act on all that angst.

Fortunately for Voodoo fans, all that self-exploration tends to yield loud, energetic, engaging live shows. Sunflower Bean well could be a headliner in waiting. — NATHAN MATTISE

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get out of bed early with the arrival of French Toast (1035 Decatur St., 504-300-5518; www.toastneworleans.com), which opened Oct. 16.

The restaurant is the third in Cara and Evan Benson’s Toast family.

It joins the flagship Toast (5433 Laurel St., 504-267-3260) in Uptown and a Gentilly location (1845 Gentilly Blvd., 504-351-3664) that opened in fall 2016. The couple also runs the French-inspired breakfast and lunch cafe Tartine (7217 Perrier St., 504-866-4860; www.tartineneworleans.com).

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Gris Gris serves updated south Louisiana cooking in the Lower Garden District

BY H E L E N F RE U N D @helenfreund SOME DINERS MIGHT HAVE MEMORIES

of the lavish, multi-course extravaganzas served at Square Root, the tasting menu-only restaurant that for several years occupied the corner building at 1800 Magazine St. Gris Gris, a very different type of restaurant, opened in the space in early summer, and now there isn’t a foam, a gel or liquid nitrogen-subjected ingredient in sight.

Instead, chef and owner Eric Cook has delved into the culinary archive of Louisiana and New Orleans, imparting creative twists and turns that local diners know very well. Many diners already may know Cook, as the chef’s resume includes Brennan’s, Commander’s Palace and most recently, Tommy’s Cuisine. Those unfamiliar with Cook can get to know him quickly by pulling up a chair at the downstairs “Chef’s Table,” a large bar anchoring the two-story space where Cook and his team hold court.

Fried oysters are the focus in a playful take on the BLT with planks of smoked pork belly and a juicy tomato jelly that carries a peppery kick. A daily gumbo plays it closer to home cooking and arrives the color of milk chocolate, bobbing with tender chicken and smoked sausage, and carrying a mild heat that builds slowly and lingers with each bite.

Pork belly slow-braised in Barq’s root beer and served with a jalapeno demi-glace arrives with scored caramel-colored skin that gives way to deeply smoky and fatty layers of pork. The dish is plated atop a crim-

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son wedge of compressed watermelon that lends an acidic counter to the heavier elements on the plate.

A gussied-up version of chicken gizzard grillades is cooked sous vide for 24 hours, leaving the gizzards almost silky, without any of the characteristic gamey or iron notes diners might expect. They are served on a crispy grit cake draped in an umami-rich brown gravy thick with caramelized onions. It may not be the most visually appealing of dishes, but it is one of the most comforting.

Regional mainstays like shrimp and grits get dialed up a few notches with the addition of cherry tomatoes, which impart welcome acidity.

Thick coins of sausage lend a smoky hint, and the stone-ground grits are creamy and almost puddinglike — a decadent canvas for a revamped classic that hits all the right notes.

Seared duck breast is perfectly cooked and served fanned out above a mound of roasted sweet potato

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chicken gizzard grillades, shrimp and grits

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Chef/owner Eric Cook serves a dish at the bar at Gris Gris.

and pecan souffle. On one visit, the duck had lacquered, perfectly crispy skin with a Steen’s sugarcane molassas jus and was tender and flavorful, but the souffle was too sweet and seemed at odds with the otherwise well-balanced dish.

Whether dining downstairs, where the kitchen theater unfolds, or the buzzing upstairs bar and wraparound balcony, the essence of this restaurant lies in its social and familial atmosphere. Dining at Gris Gris feels most appropriate for a night when it’s home cooking you want, but in the company of others.

Email Helen Freund at helensfreund@gmail.com

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sweet potato and pecan casserole

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French Toast is now open in the French Quarter at 1035 Decatur St.

includes savory and sweet crepes (bacon, onion and cheese; Gruyere and herbs; banana and Nutella; and lemon curd and cream), omelets and toasts. For larger entrees, there are breakfast sandwiches, hanger steak and eggs, a croque madame and catfish served with grits, eggs and tarragon aioli.

In a nod to the restaurant’s namesake, there also is a selection of French toast variations, including a classic version topped with berries, powdered sugar and maple syrup. Coconut cream-stuffed French toast is served with bruleed pineapple, candied macadamia nuts, lemon curd and maple syrup.

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French Toast is open 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. — HELEN FREUND

Dr. feed good THE GOLDRING CENTER of Culinary Medicine’s (www.culinarymedicine. org) Celebrity Chef Dinner Series kicks off at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 10 with food by Cam Boudreaux, chef and owner of Killer Poboys. The series of dinners raises funds to support free community and nutritional courses offered at the center.

Part of Tulane University, the project is located inside the ReFresh Project Shopping Center (300 N. Broad St.) adjacent to Whole Foods Market. It has a kitchen classroom and event space for training and workshops for medical students to learn about culinary medicine. The center also offers continuing education courses for healthcare and food service industry workers.

The program launched in 2012 and was designed to teach medical students about food and nutrition

Last call ABIGAIL GULLO, the award-winning head bartender at Warehouse District hotspot Compere Lapin (Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery, 535 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-599-2119; www.comperelapin.com) will leave the restaurant in November.

A spokesperson for the restaurant confirmed the news Oct. 19

Bartender Abigail Gullo will depart New Orleans and Warehouse District restaurant Compere Lapin next month.

and said Gullo will move to Seattle in November to pursue new opportunities. Current Compere Lapin bartender Denzel Brown will take over as head bartender Gullo began working at Nina Compton’s acclaimed restaurant in 2015, when then head bartender Ricky Gomez tapped her to help design its beverage program.

Gullo, a native of Hyde Park, New York, worked in theater before landing a position at Brooklyn’s Fort Defiance. She moved to New Orleans in 2012 and became the head bartender at SoBou before moving to Compere Lapin.

— HELEN FREUND C O N T R I B U T E D P H OTO B Y T H E G O L D R I N G CE N T ER

A four-part chef dining series starting Nov. 10 supports The Goldring Center for Culinary Medicine.

so that they could better assist patients with food decisions and meal planning.

The dinner series lineup includes Michael Wilson (Domenica, Pizza Domenica and Shaya) on Dec. 8, Martha Wiggins (formerly of Sylvain) on Jan. 26, 2019, and Jeff Matia (Royal Sonesta) on April 6, 2019. Each multi-course dinner includes wine pairings and costs $200. A subscription to the series costs $700. Tickets are available on the center’s website.

— HELEN FREUND

Rouse’s kitchen DAVID ROUSE WILL TAKE OVER as

chef de cuisine at Herbsaint (701 St. Charles Ave., 504-524-4114; www.herbsaint.com), Donald Link’s flagship restaurant in the Warehouse District.

James Beard Award-winning chef Rebecca Wilcomb is departing Herbsaint to open the Italian restaurant Gianna, of which she will be executive chef and a co-owner.

Rouse is a native of South Louisiana and graduated from the Louisiana Culinary Institute. He has worked at August, La Provence, Root, and Chicago restaurants Sepia and RIA. Since 2016, he has been the sous chef and butcher at Cochon, working alongside Link and Stephen Stryjewski.

— HELEN FREUND

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Brett Thorne TACO MAKER 3701 IBERVILLE ST•504.488.6582

FORMER TEXAN BRETT THORNE spent time in

Austin and San Antonio developing a love for their breakfast taco scenes, and in June he decided to start his own business. Through BB’s Breakfast Tacos (www. facebook.com/bbstacos), Thorne delivers his food to coffee shops and cafes across the city. Taco lovers can find them most mornings at Hey! Cafe, Solo Espresso, Mammoth Espresso, Pulp & Grind, Coffee Science, Orange Couch and The Rook Cafe. Thorne spoke to Gambit about the taco business.

Why did you start a taco business?

Thorne: I moved to New Orleans a year ago. I grew up in San Antonio, Texas, and for about 10 years before I moved to New Orleans I lived in Austin. That’s the breakfast taco mecca of the world. They’re just everywhere there. I think it’s mostly that there’s a strong Hispanic influence — the closer you get to the border [the more] you’re going to find that. But it’s kind of a mystery to me still that it’s not a bigger thing here. Who doesn’t love breakfast tacos?

When I was in college, it was a social thing: having people over and cooking up some breakfast tacos. When I moved here — and my girlfriend also moved here — we were always looking for breakfast tacos. We found some great street tacos, but we couldn’t find anything like in Austin. We joked that it could be a good business opportunity.

Tom (Oliver) from Coffee Science was my first customer, and within two weeks he tripled his order, so I figured we might be on to something. (I make) sausage, egg and cheese (tacos); bacon, egg and cheese; a chorizo, potato, egg and cheese; and sweet potato, black bean and green bell pepper.

Now that I’ve started doing this, I’ve been talking to a lot of people and hearing about other places.

There’s a place called La Macarena (Pupuseria & Latin Cafe) and they do some breakfast tacos that are

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How much has the business grown?

T: I started working out of Stepping Stone Kitchen, which is awesome. I deliver a few times a week to each shop — usually between 6 a.m. and 7:30 to 8 a.m., when [the tacos are] at their freshest.

I think (I make) about 600 a week. A couple of shops just upped their orders. For the last couple of months, it’s been between 450 and 550, on average. I would love to find a local bakery that has the scale to make 600 to 700 tortillas a week — the fresher and more local the better.

The tortilla can make or break the taco.

I’m content with it right now. It didn’t start as a joke, but it also didn’t start as a thing that I thought would take off the way it has. I think for now, because I’m in school, I’m probably good to keep it the way it is. It’s going well so far and I’d like to keep growing it.

Are there any other Tex-Mex dishes you miss?

T: From San Antonio, yes. There was a restaurant where my family would eat [while I was] growing up called Los Barrios. The cheese enchiladas there were just mind-blowing. It was the best Tex-Mex I ever had.

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BYWATER Jack Dempsey’s Restaurant — 738 Poland Ave., (504) 943-9914; Www.jackdempseys. net — The Jack Dempsey platter for two features gumbo, shrimp, catfish, crab balls, redfish, crawfish pies and two sides.

Reservations accepted for large parties. L Tue-Fri, D Wed-Sat. $$ Suis Generis — 3219 Burgundy St., (504) 309-7850; www.suisgeneris.com — The constantly changing menu features dishes such as pan-fried Gulf flounder with kumquat-ginger sauce, crispy Brussels sprouts and sticky rice. Reservations accepted for large parties. D Wed-Sun, late Wed-Sun, brunch Sat-Sun. $$

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FAUBOURG MARIGNY Kebab — 2315 St. Claude Ave., (504) 3834328; www.kebabnola.com — The falafel sandwich comes with pickled beetsm cucumbers, arugula, spinach, red onions, hummus and Spanish garlic sauce. Delivery available. No reservations. L and D Wed-Mon, late Fri-Sat. $ Mardi Gras Zone — 2706 Royal., (504) 947-8787 — The grocery and deli serves wood-oven baked pizza, po-boys, sides such as macaroni and cheese and vegan and vegetarian dishes. No reservations.

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Public Service Restaurant — NOPSI Hotel, 311 Baronne St., (504) 962-6527; www. publicservicenola.com — Jumbo Louisiana shrimp are served with whole roasted garlic and crab boil nage. Reservations recommended. B & D daily, L Mon-Fri, brunch Sat-Sun. $$

Antoine’s Annex — 513 Royal St., (504) 525-8045; www.antoines.com — 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. B, L, D daily. $

CARROLLTON/UNIVERSITY NEIGHBORHOODS

Antoine’s Restaurant — 713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines.com — The city’s oldest restaurant’s signature dishes include oysters Rockefeller, crawfish Cardinal and baked Alaska. Reservations recommended. L, D Mon-Sat, brunch Sun. $$$

Chais Delachaise — 7708 Maple St., (504) 510-4509; www.chaisdelachaise.com — The eclectic menu includes bouillabaisse, grilled Caribbean lobster, jerk shrimp and more. Reservations accepted. L Sat-Sun, D daily, late Fri-Sat. $$ Mikimoto — 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 488-1881; www.mikimotosushi.com — The South Carrollton roll includes tuna tataki, avocado and snow crab. Delivery available. Reservations accepted for large parties. L Sun-Fri, D daily. $$ Pyramids Cafe — 3151 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602 — Diners will find Mediterranean cuisine such as shawarma cooked on a rotisserie. No reservations. L, D daily. $$ Riccobono’s Panola Street Cafe — 7801 Panola St., (504) 314-1810; www.panolastreetcafe.com — A Sausalito omelet includes sautéed spinach, mushrooms, oysters, green onions, garlic and mozzarella cheese. No reservations. B and L daily. $ Vincent’s Italian Cuisine — 7839 St. Charles Ave., (504) 866-9313; www.vincentsitaliancuisine.com — See Metairie section for restaurant description.

CITYWIDE Breaux Mart — Citywide; www.breauxmart. com — Breaux Mart’s deli section features changing daily dishes such as red beans and rice or baked catfish. No reservations.

L, D daily. $ La Carreta — Citywide; www.carretarestaurant.com — Barbacoa tacos are corn tortillas filled with Mexican-style barbecued beef, red onions and cilantro and served with rice and beans. Reservations

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. Reservations accepted.

B, L. D daily, brunch Sun. $$$ Brennan’s New Orleans — 417 Royal St., (504) 525-9711; www.brennansneworleans. com — Eggs Sardou features poached eggs over crispy artichokes with Parmesan creamed spinach and choron sauce.

Reservations recommended. B, L Tue-Sat, D Tue-Sun. $$$ Copper Monkey Bar & Grill — 725 Conti St., (504) 527-0869; www.coppermonkeygrill.com — The Copper Club wrap features turkey, honey ham, cheddar and Swiss cheeses, bacon, avocado and mayonnaise in a flout tortilla. No reservations.

L, D and late daily. $$ Criollo — Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 681-4444; www.criollonola.com — The shrimp, blue crab and avocado appetizer features chilled shrimp, crab, guacamole and spicy tomato coulis. Reservations recommended. B, L, D daily. $$ Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse — 716 Iberville St., (504) 522-2467; www.dickiebrennansrestaurant.com — The house filet mignon is served atop creamed spinach with fried oysters and Pontalba potatoes.

Reservations recommended. D daily. $$$ El Gato Negro — 81 French Market Place, (504) 525-9752; www.elgatonegronola. com — Ceviche Cabo San Lucas features

yellowfin tuna, avocados, tomatoes, onion, jalapenos, cilantro, lime and sea salt. No reservations. L, D daily. $$ Gazebo Cafe — 1018 Decatur St., (504) 5258899; www.gazebocafenola.com — The New Orleans sampler rounds up jambalaya, red beans and rice and gumbo. Other options include salads, seafood po-boys and burgers. No reservations. L, early D daily. $$ Green Goddess — 307 Exchange Place, (504) 301-3347; www.greengoddessrestaurant.com — Swedish meatloaf is made with Two Run Farms grass-fed beef and served with lingonberrry pepper jelly, creamed mushroom potatoes and Creole kale. No reservations. L, D Wed-Sun. $$ House of Blues — 225 Decatur St., 3104999; www.hob.com/neworleans — Panseared jumbo shrimp top a grit cake and are served with chipotle-garlic cream sauce and tomatoes. Reservations accepted. L, D Mon-Sat., brunch Sun. $$ Killer Poboys — 219 Dauphine St., (504) 462-2731; 811 Conti St., (504) 252-6745; www.killerpoboys.com — The Dark and Stormy features pork shoulder slowly braised with ginger and Old New Orleans Spiced Rum and is dressed with housemade garlic mayo and lime cabbage. No reservations. Hours vary by location. Cash only at Conti Street location. $ Louisiana Pizza Kitchen — 95 French Market Place, (504) 522-9500; www.lpkfrenchquarter.com — Jumbo Gulf shrimp are sauteed with sherry, tomatoes, white wine, basil, garlic and butter and served over angel hair pasta. Reservations accepted.

L, D daily. $$ The Market Cafe — 1000 Decatur St., (504) 527-5000; www.marketcafenola.com — Dine indoors or out on seafood either fried for platters or po-boys or highlighted in dishes such as crawfish pie, crawfish etouffee or shrimp Creole. No reservations. B, L, D daily. $$ NOLA Restaurant — 534 St. Louis St., (504) 522-6652; www.emerilsrestaurants. com/nola-restaurant — A 14-ounce grilled Niman Ranch pork chop is served with brown sugar-glazed sweet potatoes, toasted pecans and a caramelized onion reduction sauce. Reservations recommended. L Thu-Mon, D daily. $$$ 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 beurre blanc. Reservations recommended.

B, L, D daily, brunch Sat-Sun. $$$ Red Fish Grill — 115 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1200; www.redfishgrill.com — Seafood favorites include hickory-grilled redfish, pecan-crusted catfish, alligator sausage and seafood gumbo. Reservations accepted. L, D daily. $$$ Restaurant R’evolution — 777 Bienville St., (504) 553-2277; www.revolutionnola.com — Chefs John Folse and Rick Tramanto present a creative take on Creole dishes as well as offering caviar tastings, housemade salumi, pasta dishes and more.

Reservations recommended. D daily. $$$ Roux on Orleans — Bourbon Orleans, 717 Orleans Ave., (504) 571-4604; www. bourbonorleans.com — This restaurantoffers contemporary Creole dishes including barbecue shrimp, redfish courtbouillon, gumbo and catfish and shrimp dishes. Reservations accepted. B daily, D Tue-Sun. $$ Salon Restaurant by Sucre — 622 Conti St., (504) 267-7098; www.restaurantsalon.com — Croque Benedict features a soft-boiled egg, Raclette cheese, Mornay sauce and Crystal hollandaise over applewood-smoked ham, poached chicken or heirloom tomatoes and a chive biscuit. Reservations accepted. brunch and early D Thu-Mon. $$ Tableau — 616 St. Peter St., (504) 9343463; www.tableaufrenchquarter.com — Tableau’s contemporary Creole cuisine includes marinated crab claws in white

truffle vinaigrette and pan-roasted redfish Bienville with frisee, fingerling potato salad and blue crab butter sauce. Reservations accepted. B, L, D daily, brunch Sat-Sun. $$$

HARAHAN/JEFFERSON/ RIVER RIDGE Heads & Tails Seafood & Oyster Bar — 1820 Dickory Ave., Suite A, Harahan, (504) 533-9515; www.headsandtailsrestaurant. com — Blackened or sauteed redfish Pontchartrain is served with crabmeat, mashed potatoes and lemon beurre blanc. No reservations. L, D Mon-Sat, brunch Sun. $$ 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.

L, D daily. $ Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 1212 S. Clearview Parkway, Elmwood, (504) 7333803; 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. No reservations. L, D daily. $

KENNER The Landing Restaurant — Crowne Plaza, 2829 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 4675611; www.neworleansairporthotel.com — The Landing serves Cajun and Creole dishes with many seafood options. No reservations. B, L, D daily. $$ Ted’s Smokehouse BBQ — 3809 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 305-4393 — Ted’s special combination includes choices of three meats (sliced brisket, pulled pork, sausage, pork ribs) and two sides (baked beans, corn, coleslaw, potato salad). No reservations. L, D daily. $$

LAKEVIEW El Gato Negro — 300 Harrison Ave., (504) 488-0107; www.elgatonegronola. com — See French Quarter section for restaurant description.

Lakeview Brew Coffee Cafe — 5606 Canal Blvd., (504) 483-7001 — Tuna salad or chicken salad avocado melts are topped with melted Monterey Jack and shredded Parmesan cheeses. No reservations. B, L daily, D Mon-Sat, brunch Sat-Sun. $ NOLA Beans — 762 Harrison Ave., (504) 267-0783; www.nolabeans.com — The organic Argonne turkey sandwich features organic avocado, tomatoes, sprouts and Havarti cheese on choice of bread. No reservations. B, L, early D daily. $$ Sala Restaurant & Bar — 124 Lake Marina Ave., (504) 513-2670; www.salanola. com — Broiled Gulf fish is served with beurre blanc, grilled asparagus and new potatoes. Reservations accepted. L and D Tue-Sun, brunch Sat-Sun, late Thu-Sat. $$

METAIRIE 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. Reservations recommended. L, D daily, brunch Sun. $$$ Banh Mi Boys — 5001 Airline Drive, Suite B, Metairie, (504) 510-5360; www.bmbmetairie.com — The BMB combination banh mi features Vietnamese-style ham, pork belly, pork meatballs, pork pate and headcheese on a baguette. Delivery available.

No reservations. L and D Mon-Sat. $ 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. L Mon-Fri, D Mon-Sat, brunch Sun. $$

Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop — 2309 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-2022; www. gumbostop.com — Stuffed gumbo features a hand-battered and fried catfish fillet atop chicken, sausage, shrimp and crabmeat gumbo. No reservations. L, D Mon-Sat. $$ Kosher Cajun New York Deli & Grocery — 3519 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 8882010; www.koshercajun.com — This New York-style deli specializes in sandwiches, including corned beef and pastrami that come from the Bronx. No reservations. L Sun-Thu, D Mon-Thu. $ Marks Twain’s Pizza Landing — 2035 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-8032; www.marktwainpizza.com — Disembark at Mark Twain’s for salads, po-boys and pies like the Italian pizza with salami, tomato, artichoke, sausage and basil. No reservations. L Tue-Sat, D Tue-Sun. $ Martin Wine Cellar — 714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie, (504) 896-7350; www.martinwine.com — The wine emporium’s dinner menu includes pork rib chops served with house-made boudin stuffing, Tabasco pepper jelly demi-glaze and smothered greens. No reservations. B, L daily, early dinner Mon-Sat, brunch Sun. $$ R&O’s Restaurant — 216 Metairie-Hammond Highway, Metairie, (504) 831-1248; www.rnosrestarurant.com — The roast beef po-boy is dressed with cheese and brown or red gravy and served on a toasted sesame loaf. No reservations. L, D daily. $$

OUT TO EAT MID-CITY/TREME 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. L, D Tue-Sun. $ Brown Butter Southern Kitchen & Bar — 231 N. Carrollton Ave., Suite C, (504) 609-3871; www.brownbutterrestaurant.com — Smoked brisket is served with smoked apple barbecue sauce, Alabama white barbecue sauce, smoked heirloom beans and vinegar slaw. Reservations accepted.

L Tue-Fri, D Tue-Sat, brunch Sat-Sun. $$ Cafe NOMA — New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, (504) 4821264; www.cafenoma.com — A pair of roasted golden beet sliders is topped with herb goat cheese, arugula and citrus marmalade on multi-grain bread. Reservations accepted for large parties. L Tue-Sun, D Fri. $ Cafe Navarre — 800 Navarre Ave., (504) 483-8828; www.cafenavarre.com — Capricciosa pizza topped with pepperoni, prosciutto, tomatoes, mushrooms, artichoke, olives, oregano, garlic and basil. No reservations. B, L and D Mon-Fri, brunch Sat-Sun. $ Cupcake Fairies — 2511 Bayou Road, (504) 333-9356; www.cupcakefairies.com — The sweet shop serves lunch as well as creative cupcakes, mini-pies, pastries, frappes, coffee and tea. B and L Tue-Sat. $

Riccobono’s Peppermill — 3524 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 455-2226; www.riccobonospeppermill.com — Veal Josephine is sauteed veal topped with lump crabmeat and shrimp and served with brabant potatoes. Reservations accepted. B and L daily, D Wed-Sun. $$

Five Happiness — 3511 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 482-3935; www.fivehappiness.com — 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 available. Reservations accepted. L, D daily. $$

Rolls N Bowls — 605 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 309-0519; www.rollsnbowlsnola.com — Banh mi include roasted pork dressed with carrots, cucumber, jalapenos and cilantro on French bread. No reservations. L, D Mon-Sat. $

Fullblast Brunch — 139 S. Cortez St., (504) 302-2800 — Pan-seared crab cakes feature Gulf crabmeat and are served over angel hair pasta with citrus aioli and vegetables.

No reservations. Brunch Thu-Mon. $$

Sammy’s Po-boys & Catering — 901 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-0916; www.sammyspoboys.com — The Flickaletta is the muffuletta made with ham, salami, Swiss cheese and olive salad on French bread. No reservations. L MonSat, D daily. $ Short Stop Po-Boys — 119 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-4572; www. shortstoppoboysno.com — Popular po-boy options include fried shrimp or fried oysters and roast beef, featuring beef slow cooked in its own jus. No reservations. B, L, D Mon-Sat. $ Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine — 923-C Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-6859 — The traditional menu features lamb, chicken and seafood served in a variety of ways, including curries and tandoori. Reservations recommended. L, D Tue-Sun. $$ Tandoori Chicken — 2916 Cleary Ave., Metairie, (504) 889-7880 — The menu features tandoori dishes with chicken, lamb, fish or shrimp; mild and spicy curries and spicy hot vindaloo dishes; and vegetarian dishes including palak paneer (spinach and cheese) and bhindi masala with okra.

No reservations. L, D Mon-Sat. $$ Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 2125 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 510-4282; www.theospizza.com — See Harahan/Jefferson section for restaurant description.

Vincent’s Italian Cuisine — 4411 Chastant St., Metairie, (504) 885-2984; www.vincentsitaliancuisine.com — Corn and crab bisque is served in a toasted bread cup. Reservations accepted. L Tue-Fri, D Mon-Sat. $$

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G’s Pizza — 4840 Bienville St., (504) 4836464; www.gspizzas.com — The NOLA Green Roots pie features house-made sauce, mozzarella, black olives, mushrooms, onions, organic spinach, bell peppers, roasted red peppers, artichokes and roasted garlic. No reservations. L, D, late daily. $ Katie’s Restaurant — 3701 Iberville St., (504) 488-6582; www.katiesinmidcity. com — The Boudreaux pizza is topped with cochon de lait, spinach, red onions, roasted garlic, scallions and olive oil. No reservations. L daily, D Mon-Sat, brunch Sun. $$ Juan’s Flying Burrito — 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 569-0000; www.juansflyingburrito.com — Juan’s serves tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, salads and more.

Roasted pork tacos are topped with spicy slaw. No reservations. L, D daily. $ Namese — 4077 Tulane Ave., (504) 4838899; www.namese.net — Shaken pho features bone marrow broth, flat noodles and a choice of protein (filet mignon, short rib, brisket, seafood, chicken, tofu) stir-fried with onions, garlic and bone marrow oil.

Reservations accepted. L, D Mon-Sat. $$ Ralph’s on the Park — 900 City Park Ave., (504) 488-1000; www.ralphsonthepark. com — Popular dishes include turtle soup finished with sherry, grilled lamb spare ribs and barbecue Gulf shrimp. Reservations recommended. L Tue-Fri, D daily, brunch Sun. $$$ Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 4024 Canal St., (504) 302-1133; www.theospizza. com — See Harahan/Jefferson section for restaurant description.

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Green beans come with rice and gravy. No reservations. L Mon-Sat. $$

Wit’s Inn ­­— 141 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1600; www.witsinn.com — ­ The neighborhood bar and restaurant offers a menu of pizza, calzones, salads, sandwiches, chicken wings and bar noshing items.

Reservations accepted for large parties. L, D, late daily. $

NORTHSHORE Martin Wine Cellar — 2895 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 951-8081; www.martinwine.com — See Metairie section for restaurant description.

UPTOWN Apolline — 4729 Magazine St., (504) 894-8881; www.apollinerestaurant.com — Stuffed quail is served with cornbread dressing, haricots verts, cherry tomatoes and rum-honey glaze. Reservations accepted. brunch, D Tue-Sun. $$$ The Columns — 3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-9308; www.thecolumns.com — The menu offers Creole favorites such as gumbo and crab cakes. Reservations accepted. B daily, L Fri-Sat, D Mon-Thu, brunch Sun. $$ The Delachaise — 3442 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-0858; www.thedelachaise.com — The bar offers wines by the glass and full restaurant menu including mussels steamed with Thai chili and lime leaf. No reservations. L Fri-Sun, D and late daily. $$ Dick & Jenny’s — 4501 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 894-9880; www.dickandjennys. com — Braised Niman Ranch pork cheeks are served with sauteed Southern greens, grit cakes, sweet potatoes and country gravy. Reservations recommended. D Wed-Sun. $$$ Emeril’s Delmonico — 1300 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-4937; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/emerils-delmonico — Paneed veal bordelaise is served with linguine, jumbo lump crabmeat, artichoke, mushrooms and charred tomatoes. Reservations recommended. D daily. $$$ G’s Kitchen Spot — Balcony Bar, 3201 Magazine St., (504) 891-9226; www.gskitchenspot.com­ — Brick-oven Margherita pizza includes mozzarella, basil and housemade garlic-butter sauce. No reservations.

L Fri-Sun, D, late daily. $ 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. L, D Mon-Sat. $$

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Juan’s Flying Burrito — 2018 Magazine St., (504) 486-9950; 5538 Magazine St., (504) 897-4800; www.juansflyingburrito. com — See Mid-City section for restaurant description.

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Le’s Baguette Banh Mi Cafe — 4607 Dryades St., (504) 895-2620; www.facebook. com/lesbaguettenola — A lemon grass pork banh mi is topped with cucumber, pickled carrots, daikon radish, cilantro, jalapenos and Sriracha aioli. No reservations. B Sat-Sun, L and D daily. $ Martin Wine Cellar — 3827 Baronne St., (504) 899-7411; www.martinwine.com — See Metairie section for restaurant description.

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. L Sun-Fri, D daily. $$

Nirvana Indian Cuisine — 4308 Magazine St., (504) 894-9797 — Serving mostly northern Indian cuisine, the restaurant’s menu ranges from chicken to vegetable dishes. Reservations accepted for five or more. L, D Tue-Sun. $$ Piccola Gelateria — 4525 Freret St., (504) 493-5999; www.piccolagelateria.com — The cafe offers 18 rotating flavors of smallbatch Italian-style gelatos and sorbettos.

No reservations. L, D Tue-Sun. $ Slice Pizzeria — 1513 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-7437; www.slicepizzeria.com — The Sportsman’s Paradise pie is topped with Gulf shrimp, andouille, corn, diced tomatoes and caramelized onions. Full bar. No reservations. L, D daily. $ Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 4218 Magazine St., (504) 894-8554; www.theospizza. com — See Harahan/Jefferson section for restaurant description.

Tito’s Ceviche & Pisco — 5015 Magazine St., (504) 267-7612; www.titoscevichepisco.com­ — Daily ceviche selections feature seafood such as tuna, snapper or other Gulf fish.

Reservations accepted. D Mon-Sat. $$

WAREHOUSE DISTRICT El Gato Negro — 800 S. Peters St., (504) 309-8864; www.elgatonegronola. com — See French Quarter section for restaurant description.

Emeril’s Restaurant — 800 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 528-9393; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/emerils-new-orleans — Cast-iron baked escargot are served with angel hair pasta tossed with garlic-chili oil, bottarga fish roe and Parmesan. Reservations recommended. L Mon-Fri, D daily. $$$ Juan’s Flying Burrito — 515 Baronne St., (504) 529-5825; www.juansflyingburrito.com — See Mid-City section for restaurant description.

Meril — 424 Girod St., (504) 526-3745; www. emerilsrestaurants.com/meril — Emeril Lagasse’s newest restaurant offers an array of internationally inspired dishes. Sofrito-marinated turkey necks are tossed in Crystal hot sauce. Reservations accepted. L, D daily. $$ Vyoone’s Restaurant — 412 Girod St., (504) 518-6007; www.vyoone.com — Coq au vin is boneless chicken cooked with red wine and root vegetables. Reservations accepted. L Tue-Fri, D Tue-Sat, brunch Sat-Sun. $$$

WEST BANK Mosca’s — 4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, (504) 436-8950; www.moscasrestaurant. com — Popular dishes include shrimp Mosca, chicken a la grande and baked oysters Mosca, made with breadcrumps and Italian seasonings. Reservations accepted.

D Tue-Sat. Cash only. $$$ Restaurant des Familles — 7163 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, (504) 689-7834; www. desfamilles.com — The menu of Cajun and Creole favorites includes gumbo, turtle soup, seafood platters and New Orleans barbecue shrimp, as well as salads, pasta and more. Reservations recommended. L, D daily, brunch Sun. $$$ Specialty Italian Bistro — 2330 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, (504) 391-1090; www. specialtyitalianbistro.com — Chicken piccata is a paneed chicken breast topped with lemon-caper piccata sauce served with angel hair pasta, salad and garlic cheese bread. No reservations. L, D daily. $$ Tavolino Pizza & Lounge — 141 Delaronde St., (504) 605-3365; www.facebook.com/ tavolinolounge — Ping olives are fried Castelvetrano olives stuffed with beef and pork or Gorgonzola cheese. Reservations accepted for large parties. D daily, brunch Sun. $$

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TUESDAY 23 BMC — Dapper Dandies, 8; Ryan Hall, 11 Bamboula’s — Christopher John Jazz, 12; Damn Gina, 3; G-Volt & the Hurts, 6:30 Bombay Club — Matt Lemmler, 8 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Tom Worrell, 7 Cafe Negril — 4 Sidemen of the Apocalypse, 6; John Lisi & Delta Funk, 10 Checkpoint Charlie’s — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 8 Chickie Wah Wah — Chip Wilson, 5:30; Justin Molaison, 6; Sarah Quintana, John Sansone, 8 Circle Bar — Brett Weller, 7; The Nunnery, 9:30 Columns Hotel — John Rankin, 8 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious, 9 Dragon’s Den — All-Star Covered-Dish Country Jamboree, 9 House of Blues (Foundation Room) — Shawan Rice, Brittany Purdy, Danielle Ryce, 7 House of Blues — Michael Liuzza, 6 The Jazz Playhouse — Ron Jones & The Big Easy Horns, 8:30 Kerry Irish Pub — Jason Bishop, 8:30 Old U.S. Mint — Down on Their Luck Orchestra, 2 Poor Boys — Cold Medicine, Agonal Breath, Privacy Report, Death Stair, 9 Ralph’s on the Park — Joe Krown, 5 Rock ‘n’ Bowl — Latin Night, 7 Saenger Theater — Alice in Chains, 8 Siberia Lounge — Piano Night — Josh Wexler, 9 SideBar — Dougie-Doo feat. Doug Garrison, Doug Belote, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Spencer Bohren & The Whippersnappers album release, 8 & 10 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Andy Forest, 2; The Little Big Horns, 6; Smokin’ Time Jazz Club, 10 The Starlight — Ryan Hanseler, 7; Asher Danziger, 10 Three Muses — Salvatore Deloso, 5; Mia Borders, 8

WEDNESDAY 24 BMC — LC Smoove, 8; Sandra Love & The Reason, 11; The Tempted, 12 Bamboula’s — Eight Dice Cloth Jazz Trio, 12; Bamboulas Hot Jazz Trio, 3; Mem Shannon Blues, 6:30; John Lisi Band, 10 Bombay Club — John Royen, 8 Cafe Negril — Maid of Orleans, 6; Another Day in Paradise, 10 Checkpoint Charlie’s — T Bone Stone and Happy Monsters, 8 Chickie Wah Wah — Mark Carroll & Friends, 6; Ted Hekko and The Thousandaires, 8

Circle Bar — The Iguanas, 7; Beyond the Darkness, 10 Columns Hotel — Andy Rogers, 8 The Cove at University of New Orleans — Danilo Perez, Jazz at the Sandbar Series, 7 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Carl Leblanc, 9:30 Hi-Ho Lounge — Kero Kero Bonito, 8 House of Blues (Foundation Room) — Michael Liuzza, 6 House of Blues (The Parish) — Jet Lounge, Curren$y, 11 House of Blues — Cary Hudson, 6 The Jazz Playhouse — Lena Prima & Band, 8:30 Kerry Irish Pub — Patrick Cooper, 8:30 Marigny Brasserie & Bar — Grayson Brockamp & the New Orleans Wildlife Band, 7 New Orleans Botanical Garden — Javier Guitierrez Duo, Evenings With Enrique Concert Series, 5 One Eyed Jacks — Too Many Zooz, Pug in a Tub Tour, 9; Vixens & Vinyl, 10 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Lars Edegran, Topsy Chapman, Palm Court Jazz Band, 7 Ralph’s on the Park — Joe Krown, 5 Rock ‘n’ Bowl — G & The NO Swingin’ Gypsies, 7:45 Saenger Theater — Maxwell — 50 Intimate Nights Live, 8 Santos Bar — Comeback Kid, Fat Stupid Ugly People, 9 SideBar — Aurora Nealand & James Singleton, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Uptown Jazz Orchestra, 8 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Chris Christy, 2; Shotgun Jazz Band, 6; Antoine Diel & The New Orleans Misfit Power, 10 Three Muses — Leslie Martin, 5; Leo Forde, 8

Upcoming concerts »» KASBO AND VANCOUVER SLEEP CLINIC, Oct. 31, REPUBLIC »» SEVEN KINGDOMS AND DIRE PERIL, Nov. 20, SOUTHPORT MUSIC HALL »» ANDREW COMBS AND THE KERNAL, Dec. 12, GASA GASA »» ALABAMA, Feb. 15, 2019, SMOOTHIE KING CENTER »» DURAN DURAN, Feb. 19, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» BLACKBERRY SMOKE, Feb. 21, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» GUCCI MANE, Feb. 22, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» CYPRESS HILL WITH HOLLYWOOD UNDEAD, Feb. 25, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» WILLIE NELSON AND FAMILY, Feb. 27, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» DROPKICK MURPHYS, March 1, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» STEEL PANTHER, March 4, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» THE AVETT BROTHERS, March 15-16, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» NOTHING MORE AND OF MICE AND MEN, March 19, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» JASON ISBELL AND THE 400 UNIT, March 29, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» STS9, April 5-6, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» CHEVELLE, April 19, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» THE DISCO BISCUITS, April 26-27, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS »» GARBAGE, May 10, 2019, THE FILLMORE AT HARRAH’S NEW ORLEANS

THURSDAY 25 BMC — Ainsley Matich & Broken Blues, 5; Andre Lovett Band, 8 Bamboula’s — Eh La Bas Ensemble Jazz, 12; Marty Peters & the Party Meters Jazz, 6:30; Ron Hacker & The Hacksaws, 10 Bar Redux — JD Hill & The Jammers, 9 Bombay Club — Kris Tokarski with Tim Laughlin, 8 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Gumbo Cabaret, 5; Tom McDermott and Aurora Nealand, 8 Bullet’s Sports Bar — Kermit Ruffins, 6 Cafe Negril — Claude Bryant & The Allstars, 6; Sierra Green & The Soul Machine, 10 Checkpoint Charlie’s — Slow Coyote, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Phil DeGruy, 6; Grayson Capps & Dylan LeBlanc, 8

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Gasa Gasa — Cloud Nothings and Tiger Hatchery, 8 House of Blues — Mike Shinoda, Don Broco, 7; Mike Shinoda, 10 The Jazz Playhouse — Brass-A-Holics with Tonya Boyd-Cannon, 8:30 Lafreniere Park — Crescent City Soul, 6:30 Le Bon Temps Roule — The Soul Rebels, 11 New Orleans Botanical Garden — Gal Holiday and the Honky Tonk Revue, 6 Old Point Bar — Born Toulouse, 8 One Eyed Jacks — Oh Sees with Prettiest Eyes and Spellling, 9; Fast Times, 10 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Leory Jones & Katja Toivola with Crescent City Joymakers, 7 Portside Lounge — The Dirty Rain Revelers album release party, 9 Ralph’s on the Park — Joe Krown, 5 Rock ‘n’ Bowl — Terry and the Zydeco Bad Boys, 8:30 Santos Bar — Casual Burn, Primpce, Alpha Sardine, US Nero, 9 Saturn Bar — Alex McMurray and His Band, 8 Siberia Lounge — Eastern Bloc Party with Balkanique, 9 SideBar — Mike Dillon & James Singleton, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Danilo Perez with guests, 8 & 10 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Up Up We Go!, 2; Miss Sophie Lee, 6; Jumbo Shrimp, 10 The Starlight — Oscar Rossignoli Piano Happy Hour, 5; Amanda Walker & Friends, 8; The Living Street, 11 Three Muses — Tom McDermott, 5; Arsene DeLay, 8 Tipitina’s — Here Come the Mummies, 9 The Willow — Rebirth Brass Band, 9

FRIDAY 26 Andrea’s Restaurant (Capri Blu Piano Bar) — Butch Caire, 8 BMC — Creole Funk, 12 Bamboula’s — Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers, 1;Ms. Silky Sol, 10; Ben Fox, 11 Bar Redux — Caitlin Jemma Band, Asher Danziger, 9 Bombay Club — Riverside Jazz Collective, 8:30 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Dayna Kurtz, 5; Dr. Sick and the late Greats, 9 Bullet’s Sports Bar — The Pinettes Brass Band, 9 Cafe Negril — Shawn Williams, 4; Dana Abbott, 7; Higher Heights, 10 Casa Borrega — Javier Gutierrez & Vivaz Trio, 7 Checkpoint Charlie’s — Alabama Slim Blues Revue, 8 Chickie Wah Wah — Michael Pearce, 6; South Austin Moonlights, 8 Circle Bar — Natalie Mae, 7;Alex McMurray & His Band, The Geraniums, 9 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Sunpie & The Louisiana Sunspots, 10 Gasa Gasa — Sofi Tukker, 11 House of Blues (Foundation Room) — Jake Landry & The Right Lane Bandits, 7 House of Blues (The Parish) — Dirtwire, 11:30 House of Blues — Dick Deluxe, 12; Cap-

tain Buckles Band, 3:30; Jason Bishop, 7; Third Eye Blind, 10 The Jazz Playhouse — Cyril Neville, 7:30 Joy Theater — Kayzo with GG Magree, CRWNS, 11 Kerry Irish Pub — Patrick Cooper, 5 Le Bon Temps Roule — Joe Krown, 7 Maison — Baller’s Ball feat. Mannie Fresh and Big KRIT, 10 New Orleans Jazz Museum — Christian Bold, 2 Oak — Dapper Dandies, 9 Old Point Bar —Rick Trolsen, 5; Gal Holiday, 9:30 One Eyed Jacks — The Lemon Twigs with Jungle Green, 9 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Kevin Louis, Palm Court Jazz Band, 7 RF’s Dining Music Cocktails — James Martin Band, 7 Rock ‘n’ Bowl — The Boogie Men, 9:30 Saenger Theater — Lauren Daigle and AHI, 7:30 Santos Bar — Swingin’ Utters, Gallows Bound, 9 Siberia Lounge — Zach Bryson plus guests, 8; SideBar — Ashlae Blume, Susan Miller Boldissar & Tristan Gianola, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ellis Marsalis Quartet, 8 Southport Hall — The Entourage, 5th Ward Weebie, 9 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Andy Forest, 2; Dr. Brice Miller & BukuNOLA, 10 St. Tammany Parish Library Lacombe Branch — Bon Bon Vivant, 6 The Standard — Philip Melancon, 8 The Starlight — Carol Deminksi Trio, 7; Lost then Found Our House, 12 Three Muses — Matt Johnson, 5:30; Doro Wat, 9 Tipitina’s — The Polish Ambassador & The Diplomatic Sandal, Mikey Pauker, 11 Twist of Lime — Nomad, Chemical City Rebels, Pale Shelter, 9

SATURDAY 27 Andrea’s Restaurant (Capri Blu Piano Bar) — Bobby Ohler, 6:30 BMC — Kenny Triche Band, 12; Willie Lockett & Blues Krewe, 6; Fleurtations, 9; JAM Brass Band, 11:59 Bamboula’s — G & The Swinging Gypsies, 2:30; Johnny Mastro, 7; Crawdaddy T’s Cajun Zydeco Review, 11:30 Bar Redux — Ghoull’s Night Out — Spooky Vinyl, 10 Bombay Club — Todd Duke, 8:30 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Marc Stone, 6 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Marina Orchestra, 9 Cafe Negril — Joy Clark, 4; John Lisi & Delta Funk, 7; Dana Abbott, 10 Casa Borrega — Trio Borocato, 7 Checkpoint Charlie’s — Ron Hotstream and Mid City Drifters, 8; Rotten Cores, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Honey Island Swamp Band, 9 d.b.a. — The Soul Rebels, 11 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — The Joe Krown Trio, 10 The Jazz Playhouse — Chucky C & Clearly Blue, 8 Joy Theater — DJ Soul Sister’s Emerald City Ball, costume party inspired by

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PREVIEW Sexy Dex and the Fresh EP release

BY ALEX WOODWARD NEW ORLEANS FUTUREFUNK outfit Sexy Dex and the Fresh last left us smoldering in the purple fumes of its 2016 spaceship “Plus 1 Edition,” a decadent distortion of lo-fi funk and R&B filtered through VHS test patterns. The band followed with its increasingly explosive live sound and look — leather and mesh, pleather and pink neon, gold chains and Dexter Gilmore’s writhing guitar riffs competing with Benjamin Buchbinder’s acid-laced synthesizers — tightening the band’s cosmic sounds far beyond the realms of south Louisiana’s outer rim.

The band presents five new songs on 2018 EP “Don’t Play My B Sides,” bursting with bigger and brighter production, singed by cathode ray tube television static and polluted with internet ephemera, a live funk rendering of vaporwave visions and ’90s teen dreams. All that is on display in the accompanying music videos for each track, a series of colorful DIY nosedives blurred by smoke machines and arcade-cabinet video quality.

Still at the helm is singer and guitarist Gilmore, whose Prince-influenced delirium — an undeniable force on stage — infects the frantic single “Play me Birdie” and addictive, squiggly-bass-driven dance machine “These Young Charms,” brightened up with vocalist ecstatic harmonies from Gabrielle Washington. The band also dials in washed-out post-punk and shoegaze (“!Wait!”), huffing the fumes of its hypnagogic pop and rocketing into the unknown.

Tickets $10. Video Age and DJ Heelturn open at 9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 28 at Gasa Gasa., 4920 Freret St., (504) 338-3567; www.gasagasa.com.

“The Wiz,” 10 Oak — Tom Leggett, 9 Old Point Bar — 1% Nation, 9:30 One Eyed Jacks — Lost Bayou Ramblers with GIVERS, 9 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Will Smith, Palm Court Jazz Band, 7 Poor Boys — DooDoo Fest — The Pallbearers, Cauche Mar, Nosferat II, AR-15, F*ckin’ Bastard, 4; ANXIETY Haunted House After-Party with Taylor Alexander, Ghoulaide, Edgeslayer, Uhuru Verse, Accidental Report, 10

Rock ‘n’ Bowl — AsheSon, 9:30 Siberia Lounge — Alex, 6; Julie Odell, Matron, Treadles, Primpce, 10 SideBar — Martin Krushe & Ashlae Blume, 7; Comsby feat. Chris Combs, Josh Raymer & more, 9 Sidney’s Saloon — HEATWAVE! (dance party), 10 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Larry Sieberth Quintet with Yolanda Robinson, 8 & 10 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Jazz Band Ballers, 2; Panorama Jazz Band,

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BMC — Short Street, 12; Moments of Truth, 10 Bamboula’s — NOLA Ragweeds, 2; Carl LeBlanc, 6:30; Ed Wills Blues 4 Sale, 10; Gina & Lindsay, 11 Bar Redux — Frankie Boots, Joshua James Jackson, 9 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Some Like It Hot, 11; Madeline Ford Trio, 4; Steve Pistorius Quartet, 7 Cafe Negril — Ecirb Muller’s Twisted Dixie, 6; Vegas Cola, 10 Circle Bar — Dick Deluxe, 5; Micah & Marlin, 7; The Wizard, 9:30 d.b.a. — The Palmetto Bug Stompers, 7 House of Blues — Jason Bishop, 6 The Jazz Playhouse — Germaine Bazzle, 8 Maison Dupuy Hotel — Alex Owen and The Messy Cookers, 11; Shannon Powell & His New Orleans Jazz All Stars, 4 Old Point Bar — Anais St. John, 3:30; Romy Kaye and the Mercy Buckets, 7 One Eyed Jacks — MC Chris is Dead Tour, 9 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Mark Braud and Sunday Night Swingers, 7 Poor Boys — L’Eggos and Wave Halloween Party with DJ Q, Lord Chilla, 9 Ralph’s on the Park — Joe Krown, 11 Santos Bar — Wingtips, Provoker, Cervix Couch, DJ Grant Mayland, 8 Siberia Lounge — People Museum, Toonce, 8 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Dana Abbott, 2; Robin Barnes, The FiayaBirds, 6; Pat Casey & The New Sound, 10 The Starlight — Combsy, 7; Gabrielle Cavassa Jazz Jam, 10 Three Muses — Raphael et Pascal, 5; Clementines, 8

MONDAY 29 BMC — Lil Red & Big Bad, 7; Paggy Prine & Southern Soul, 10 Bamboula’s — St. Louis Slim Blues Band, 12; Bann-Bua’s Hot Jazz 4, 3; G & The Swinging Gypsies, 6:30; John Lisi Band, 10 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — A2D2 feat.

Arsene DeLay & Antoine Diel, 6 Cafe Negril — Noggin, 6; Soul Project NOLA, 10 Chickie Wah Wah — Jamey St. Pierre, 6; Papa Mali, 8 Circle Bar — Dem Roach Boyz, 7; Gene Black & Friends, 9:30 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — John Fohl, 9 House of Blues — Sean Riley, 6 One Eyed Jacks — Blind Texas Marlin, 10 Poor Boys — Orphanage DJs Spooky Halloween Party, 10

Rock ‘n’ Bowl — West Coast Swing Party, 7 Santos Bar — Marshall Fuzz, 9 SideBar — Instant Opus Improvised Music, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Charmaine Neville Band, 8 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Royal Street Winding Boys, 2; Dominick Grillo & The Frenchmen Streest All-Stars, 6; Jazz Vipers, 10 The Starlight — Brad Webb’s Modern Jazz Mondays, 5; Free Jambalaya Jam feat. Joshua Benitez Band, 8 Three Muses — Gal Holiday, 8

CLASSICAL/CONCERTS Albinas Prizgintas. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave. — The organist’s Organ & Labyrinth performance includes selections from baroque to vintage rock, played by candlelight. www.albinas.org. Free admission. 6 p.m. Tuesday.

Crescent City Chamber Music Festival. — Five free public concerts and 20 outreach concerts are part of the seven-day music festival in a variety of performance venues, ranging from churches to breweries, with local and visiting musicians. www.crescentcitychambermusicfestival.com.

Through Sunday.

Music at Midday. Tulane University, Rogers Memorial Chapel, 1229 Broadway St. — The noon performance features Kimberly Patterson on cello and Paul Sutton on guitar. Free admission.

Noon Wednesday.

Sunset Symphony. Mandeville Lakefront, corner of Lakeshore Drive and Coffee Street~ — David Torns leads the LPO in a spooktacular concert on the lakefront, preceded by the Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra at 4 p.m., under the direction of Jean Montès.

Costumes encouraged.

5 p.m. Saturday.

“Rossini and Brahms.” UNO Performing Arts Center, 2000 Lakeshore Drive — The New Orleans Civic Symphony Orchestra performs Brahms and Rossini, with Charles Taylor conducting. The New Orleans Concert Band performs John Williams, Percy Fletcher and Wallingford Riegger. (504) 554-3748.

2 p.m. Sunday.

Fall Concert. UNO Performing Arts Center, 2000 Lakeshore Drive~ — The New Orleans Concert Band performs.

3 p.m. Sunday.

Trinity Artist Series. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave. — Xavier University Opera Workshop presents “La Femme Fatale,” scenes featuring strong women throughout the history of opera, with works by Handel, SaintsSaëns, Bizet and Roger Dickerson of New Orleans. www.albinas.org. Free admission. 5 p.m. Sunday.

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EVENTS Tuesday, Oct. 23.................... 45 Wednesday, Oct. 24............. 45 Thursday, Oct. 25.................. 45 Friday, Oct. 26....................... 45 Saturday, Oct. 27.................. 45 Sunday, Oct. 28..................... 47 Monday, Oct. 29.................... 47

BOOKS................................... 47 FILM Openings................................. 48 Now showing ......................... 48 Sepcial showings................... 48

ON STAGE............................ 49 ART Openings................................. 49

TUESDAY 23 Barred From Books. Old Point Bar, 545 Patterson St., Algiers — Celebrate Banned Books with a beverage and readings from the books. Readers welcome. www.nolalibrary.org. 6:30 p.m.

New Orleans Film Festival. — More than 200 features, documentaries, short and experimental films are screened at various locations. www.neworleansfilmsociety. org. Through Thursday.

WEDNESDAY 24 Sippin’ in the Courtyard. Maison Dupuy Hotel, 1001 Toulouse St. — Amanda Ducorbier sings at the benefit for the Breast Center Education Fund established by Ochsner Goes Pink. www.maisondupuy.com. 5 p.m.

THURSDAY 25 Camp Soulgrow New Orleans Halloween/ Pumpkin Decorating. Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center, 4300 S. Broad St. — Decorate a jack o’lantern at the event for kids ages 7 and up. Signup at www.campsoulgrow.org. Free admission. 4 p.m.

Holocaust Studies Symposium. National World War II Museum, BB’s Stage Door Canteen, 945 Magazine St. — Samuel D. Kassow, author of “Who Will Write Our History? Rediscovering a Hidden Archive from the Warsaw Ghetto,” will speak on “A Historian in the Ghetto: Emanuel Ringelblum and his Secret Archive.” Daniel Greene will moderate the panel presentation, which includes Sarah Cramsey of Tulane University and Barbara Kirshenblatt-Gimblett. RSVP. www.nationalww2museum.org. 10 a.m.

The Mortuary Haunted Mansion. Mortuary Haunted House, 4800 Canal St. — The fright factory marks a dozen years as a den of horror with self-guided tours of the for-

mer mortuary. www.themortuary.net. $30$125. 7 p.m., also Friday through Monday.

SBP Culinary Classic. Sterling Hall, 3700 Jean Lafitte Parkway — ArcGNO St. Bernard is the beneficiary of the event with food from local restaurants, beverages and entertainment. www.arcgno.org $50-$60. 6 p.m.

Scout Island Scream Park. Scouts Island, City Park, 1 Palm Drive — The newest addition to the Crescent City fright portfolio, the park features three attractions, three fright zones, carnival rides and a scarefree zone for kids. www.scoutislandscreampark.com. $15-$79. 6 p.m., also Friday through Monday.

Used Book Sale Fundraiser. University of New Orleans, Earl K. Long Library — The benefit for Friends of the University of New Orleans Library feaures thousands of books. $5 admission for first two hours Thursday. www.libguides.uno.edu/ friends/friends Free admission. 10 a.m, also Friday through Saturday.

Xavier’s “Vision 20/20”. Xavier University Convocation Center Annex, 7800 Washington Ave. — Pres. Reynold Verret presents information about the university and the future, and there is a reception hosted by the New Orleans Chamber, the New Orleans Regional Black Chamber of Commerce and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. www.xula.edu. 6 p.m.

FRIDAY 26 Boo at the Zoo. Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St. — The Halloween event for children ages 12 and younger features trick-or-treat houses, a ghost train, a haunted house, entertainment and more.

Admission $20, free for children under 12 months. 5 p.m, also Saturday and Sunday.

Columbia Street Block Party. North Columbia Street, North Columbia Street — There are classic cars and music and costumes are welcome at the block party. 6:30 p.m.

Creatures of the Night program. Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd., Marrero — Get to know Barataria’s bats with research Craig Hood of Loyola University, followed by bat-spotting with detection equipment.

There is a children’s bat craft available during talk. Reservations required.(504) 689-3690 ext. 10. www.nps.gov/jela. 6 p.m.

Friday Nights at NOMA. New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle — Weekly after-hours parties at the museum feature lectures, music performances, film screenings and more.

Free with museum admission. www. noma.org. 5 p.m.

“Murder in the Stacks”. St. Tammany Parish Public Library, Mandeville Branch, 844 Girod St., Mandeville — Help solve the murder with author Erica Spindler on hand for help. Props and costumes encouraged, a light dinner is provided. Registration required. (985) 626-4293. www.sttammanylibrary.org. Free admission. 6 p.m. Friday.

Park-A-Boo. Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie — Kenner North Kiwanis present the annual Halloween festival for

kids with a boo house, trick or treat street, contests, activities and food for purchase.

Admission $6-$8. www.park-a-boo.com. 5 p.m., also Saturday and Sunday.

Vampire Lestate Ball. New Orleans Board of Trade, 316 Board of Trade Place — Anne Rice’s Vampire Lestat Fan Club celebrates its 30th fete and the city’s 300th anniversary with a masquerade ball, contests, food and drink and entertainment. www.arvlfc. com. $130. 8 p.m.

Voodoo Music + Arts Experience. City Park Festival Grounds, 1701 Wisner Blvd.

— This three-day festival brings Mumford & Sons, Marilyn Manson, Ty Dolla Sign and others to City Park. There also are interactive large-scale art installations, a marketplace and food. www.voodoofestival.com. Tickets $75-$155. noon, also Saturday and Sunday

SATURDAY 27 The 100 Renaissance Gala. The Jung Hotel & Residences, 1500 Canal St. — The 100 Black Men of Metro New Orleans host the gala and awards celebration. Cocktail attire. www.100blackmennola.org. 7 p.m.

The Bash. Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave — The Southern University at New Orleans gala raises funds for scholarships. There’s dinner, an open bar and entertainment. www.suno.edu 7 p.m.

Bat Festival. Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, 11000 Lake Forest Blvd. — Learn about the winged creatures and enjoy crafts, face painting, gardening for bats, food vendors and more. www.audubonnatureinstitute.org. Free admission. 10 a.m.

Boo Dat!: A Spooktacular Saturday. The Outlet Collection at Riverwalk, 500 Port of New Orleans Place — This family-friendly event includes costumes, face painting, treat decorating, a coloring station, trickor-treating and more. www.riverwalkneworleans.com. Free admission. noon.

Boo Fest. Lakeview Regional Medical Center, 95 E. Judge Tanner Drive — This fundraiser for ACCESS features arts and crafts, a pumpkin patch, characters, a food court, a chili challenge, costume contest and special events and areas for children with special needs. www.accesslouisiana.org.

Admission $2. 9 a.m.

Crawloween. Audubon Butterfly Garden and Insectarium, 423 Canal St. — Learn about myths behind scary critters, go trick-or-treating, Halloween-themed cookies, pumpkin exhibits and more. Discounts for costumed guests. www.audubonnatureinstitute.org. 10 a.m. Also on Sunday.

Deo Gratias Gala. St. Joseph’s Seminary College, 75376 River Road, Covington — The annual benefit for the college includes vespers, food by Chef John Folse and a silent auction and a raffle. (985) 867-2284. www.sjasc.edu. $100. 6 p.m.

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BY D. Eric Bookhardt WHAT IF YOU CAME HOME ONE DAY and everything was not exactly as you left it? Small but pervasive changes can become disturbing when discovered. Josephine Sacabo has lived in the French Quarter since the 1970s, but lately when she returned from stays at her retreat home in San Miguel de Allende, Mexico, she was jarred by the graffiti she encountered on her daily walks from her French Quarter home to her Faubourg Marigny studio. Specifically, she was struck by graffiti tags that seemed far more misogynistic than anything she encountered in San Miguel.

As an artist who spent much of her life exploring the poetics of the feminine with the French Quar“Bigotry” by Josephine Sacabo. ter as a backdrop, the messaging of the graffiti struck her as a personal affront. She decided to transform what she saw into something new: a body of work that involved the direct confrontation of her feminine poetics with the graffiti she found so disorienting.

Although this “Tagged” series at A Gallery for Fine Photography reflects one artist’s experience, it also serves to remind us how artists historically have responded to disorienting times by producing profoundly psychological work ranging from Hieronymus Bosch’s disturbing 15th-century allegories to Banksy’s “Girl With Balloon” canvas that self-shredded upon being sold at auction Oct. 5. Here, one of Sacabo’s pensive, poetic nudes appears with the word “Lewd” in wide graffiti lettering, and another ethereal nude appears with a message “Real Ho Git Down On Da Flo Like A Batch...” scrawled across her delicate skin. “Sulk,” a visual tossed salad of a woman’s face and hands assailed by assertive words and graphics recalls classical German expressionism, but “Bigotry” (pictured), completes the transformation of Sacabo’s original vision into a new, street noise-inflected hybrid, a visual vortex that comments on the graffiti commentary in a quirky gesture of aesthetic role reversal. Through Jan. 12, 2019. A Gallery for Fine Photography, 241 Chartres St., (504) 568-1313; www.agallery.com.

more. RSVP. www.lakeviewcivic.org. Free admission. 11 a.m.

Fall Fest. St. Paul’s Episcopal School & Church, 6249 Canal Blvd. — This autumn event includes a petting zoo, inflatables, music, games, a pumpkin decorating contest and activities. www.stpauls-lakeview.org. $10-$12. 11 a.m.

Hallow”Bean” Party. Urban South Brewery, 1645 Tchoupitoulas St. — The Krewe of Red Beans (and “Dead Beans”), Camellia Brand Beans, Breaux Mart and Urban South Brewery hold a costume party with live music. Plus, the krewe unveils the 1969 Cadillac hearse that will be decorated with beans this season. 8 p.m.

Howl-O-Weenie Pet Fest. Shrine on Airline, 6000 Airline Drive, Metairie — Metairie Humane Shelter’s pets and pals costume

contest features raffles, food and treats, trickor-treating and a parade at 4 p.m. Costume entry fee is $5. www.facebook.com/metairiehumaneshelter. Free admission. 11 a.m.

New Orleans Witches Ball. The Elms Mansion, 3029 St. Charles Ave. — Courting the Dark — Fae of the Samhain Gloaming is a night of revelry, music, dance and ritual with masquerades, food, drink, contest and prizes. www.neworleanswitchesball.com. $175. 8 p.m.

Night bat walk. Audubon Louisiana Nature Center, 11000 Lake Forest Blvd. — Join Craig S. Hood of Loyola University guides a tour of the center’s trails looking and listening for bats. Reservations required. www.audubonnatureinstitute.org. $5-$7. 7 p.m.

Northshore Cajun Dance. Abita Springs

Town Hall, 22161 Level St., Abita Springs — The public dance features the Lee Benoit Cajun Band. Dance class at 7 p.m. (985) 276-0517. $8-$10. 8 p.m.

Oktoberfest. Trinity Lutheran Church, 620 Eliza St. — Trinity Lutheran Church celebrates the seasonal festival with German food, beer, wine and live music. (504) 3680411. Noon, also Sunday.

“On the Heals of Hope Cancer Awareness” Champagne Brunch. Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave. — This benefit

by Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority has music, Champagne, food and a survivors and patients’ stroll, with proceeds going to the Breast Center at St. Thomas Community Health Center. $65. 11 a.m.

Overnight Critter Cinema. Louisiana SPCA, 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. — Pizza, pajamas, puppies, pillows and a G-rated movie (with popcorn) are part of this sleepover for kids ages 5-10. Registration required. (504) 3685191, ext. 207. www.la-spca.org/crittercinema. $75. 6 p.m.

Shivers at Canal Place. The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St. — The shopping plaza hosts trick-or-treating at participating stores, a costume contest at 1 p.m., crafts, face painting and balloon sculptures. www. canaplacestyle.com. 11 a.m.

Slidell Fall Street Fair. First, Second, and Erlanger streets, Slidell — Booths offering antiques, collectibles, vintage items and more line the streets of Olde Towne Slidell.

There’s also live music and food vendors.

Free admission. 10 a.m., also Sunday.

Trunk or Treat. Atonement Lutheran Church, Atonement Worship Center, 6500 Riverside Drive, Metairie — Treats are in the trunk at this evening Halloween event. www. alcs.org. Free admission. 6 p.m.

Trunk or Treat. First Baptist Church of Covington, 16333 Highway 1085, Covington — Family fun is the treat at this event with games, inflatables and more. www.fbccov.org. 2 p.m.

Trunk or Treat. St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School, 4119 St. Elizabeth Drive — The Home and School Association sponsors this parking lot activity for Halloween. Call (504) 812-6786 or (504) 460-3832. Admission $2. 7:15 p.m.

SUNDAY 28 1815 Alive. Chalmette Battlefield of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 8606 W. St. Bernard Highway, Chalmette — Join the cannon crew for artillery demonstra-

tions and discussions of gunnery skills and strategies during the Battle of New Orleans era. www.nps.gov/jela. Free admission. 9 a.m.

Stained Glass Art in Sacred Places Tour.

Preservation Resource Center, 3819, 923 Tchoupitoulas St. — This tricentennial tour features St. Louis Cathedral, Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine and St. Augustine Catholic Church. Reception to follow. Tickets $20/$16 for PRC members. Seating is limited. Tickets are available at (504) 581-7032. www.prcno. org. 2 p.m.

MONDAY 29 “The Cat and the Canary” Murder Mystery Party. National World War II Museum, BB’s Stage Door Canteen, 945 Magazine St. — A happy hour, murder mystery party and the screening of the classic Bob Hope and Paulette Goddard horror comedy film set in Louisiana. Registration required. (504) 5281944, ext. 484. www.nationalww2museum. org. Tickets $10. 5 p.m.

New Canal Haunted Lighthouse. 8001 Lakeshore Drive — This family-friendly evening has a spiderweb maze, games, storytelling, arts and crafts, music and candy. www.saveourlake.org/haunted. Tickets $5. 4 p.m.

Whispers From Heaven: A Mediumship Gallery. Unity Church of Metairie, 3303 Richland Ave. Suite 2A, Metairie — Mediums discuss their work and try to commune with the spirit world. Tickets $20. 7 p.m.

BOOKS Anne Boyd Rioux. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave. — The author discusses her latest book “Meg, Jo Beth Amy — The Story of Little Women and Why It Still Matters.” www.jplibrary.net. Free admission.

7 p.m. Tuesday.

Brian Kilmeade. Jewish Community Center, 5342 St. Charles Ave. — The author discusses his book “Andrew Jackson and The Miracle of New Orleans — The Battle That Shaped America’s Destiny” with Ronald Drez. Tickets are required. www.octaviabooks.com. $20.53. 1 p.m. Sunday.

Jon Padgett. Latter Library, 5120 St. Charles Ave. — The author offers nightmarish readings for the season, including works from his short horror collection “The Secret of Ventriloquism.” www.nolalibrary.org.

7 p.m. Saturday.

Marita Woywod Crandle. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 1601 Westbank Expressway,

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Michael Allen Zell. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St. — The author discusses “City Krystal Soulman,” the latest in his series of novels featuring criminologist Bobby Delery. www.gardendistrictbookshop.com. 6 p.m. Tuesday.

He’s at the Alvar Library (913 Alvar St.) at 6 p.m. Thursday. www.nolalibrary.org.

Poppy Tooker. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St. — The author discusses and signs “Pascal’s Manale Cookbook — a Family Tradition,” and the restaurant provides samples. www.gardenistrictbookshop.com. 6 p.m. Thursday.

Rien Fertel. Church of Yoga, 1480 N. Rocheblave St. — The author discusses “The Drive-By Truckers’ Southern Rock Opera,” focused on two bands, the fictional Betamax Guillotine and the Southern rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd. www.gardendistrictbookshop.com. 6 p.m. Saturday.

Seven Local Authors. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave. — Six children’s authors and one nonfiction author discuss their works, including Yvonne Spear Perret, Erin Rovin, Michael Hewes, Sarah Hewes, Cornell P. Landry, Alexis Braud, Johnette Downing and John Magill. www.jplibrary.net. Free admission.

7 p.m. Thursday.

Sybil Haydel Morial. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St. — The author and former first lady of New Orleans discusses her book, “Witness to Change — From Jim Crow to Political Empowerment.” www.octaviabooks.com. 6 p.m. Tuesday.

Tyler Bridges. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St. — The journalist and author discusses his “The Rise and Fall of David Duke.” www.octaviabooks.com. 6 p.m. Thursday.

FILM OPENINGS “Bayou Caviar” (R) — Cuba Gooding Jr. stars, co-writes and directs this drama about a former boxing champ who gets into trouble with Russian mobsters. Chalmette Movies.

“Bisbee ’17” (PG) — The documentary focuses on the deportation of 1,200 immigrant miners at an old mining town on the Arizona-Mexico border. Directed by Robert Greene. Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center.

“Caniba” — This documentary chronicles a Japanese man who engaged in cannibalism and used the incident to inspire crime novels and other work. Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center.

“Free Solo” (PG-13) — Alex Honnold climbs Yosemite’s 3,000-foot-high El Capitan Wall in this documentary. The Broad Theater.

“Hunter Killer” (R) — Gerard Butler teams with U.S. Navy Seals to rescue the Russian president in this action-thriller. Gary Oldman co-stars. AMC Dine-In Clearview Palace 12, AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16, The Grand 16 Slidell, Regal Grand Esplanade 14 & GPX. “Indivisible” (PG-13) — A new faith-based drama focuses on the tested marriage of an Army chaplain and his wife. AMC Elmwood Palace 20, Chalmette Movies, The Grand 16

Slidell, Regal Covington Stadium 14.

“Johnny English Strikes Again” (PG) — Rowan Atkinson returns as the hapless spy who comes out of retirement to confront a mastermind hacker. Olga Kurylenko and Emma Thompson co-star. AMC Elmwood Palace 20.

“Mid90s” (R) — Jonah Hill writes and directs this coming-of-age drama about a kid who makes new friends at a skate shop in Los Angeles. AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16, Cinebarre Canal Place 9.

NOW SHOWING “Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween” (PG) — Jack Black returns as R.L. Stine in this movie based on the author’s popular young adult horror series. AMC Elmwood Palace 20.

“Science Fair” (PG) — The documentary follows nine high school students from across the globe who are competing to win the international science fair. The Broad Theater.

SPECIAL SHOWINGS “Casper” (PG) — The friendly ghost comes alive in this 1995 family-friendly movie starring Bill Pullman and Christina Ricci. Noon Saturday at The Grand 16 Slidell; 10 a.m.

Saturday at Movie Tavern Northshore.

“Ghostbusters (1984)” (PG) — A trio of former parapsychology professors begin hunting ghosts in this comedy from director Ivan Reitman. Dan Aykroyd and Bill Murray star. 10 a.m. Saturday and 10 p.m.

Sunday at Prytania Theatre.

“The Hills Have Eyes” (R) — Wes Craven wrote and directed this 1977 horror film about a family whose car breaks down in an area inhabited by violent mutants. 9:30 p.m.

Friday and Saturday at The Broad Theater.

“Hocus Pocus” (PG) — A curious youngster awakens a trio of diabolical witches in this 1993 Disney comedy. Bette Midler stars. AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16.

“The Last House on the Left” (R) — Teenage girls are kidnapped by a gang of convicts in this 1972 horror flick from writer/ director Wes Craven. 7:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday at The Broad Theater.

“National Theatre Live: Frankenstein” — Danny Boyle (“Trainspotting”) directs this adaptation of Mary Shelley’s novel. Benedict Cumberbatch and Jonny Lee Miller star. 7 p.m. Monday at AMC Elmwood Palace 20, Cinebarre Canal Place 9, Regal Covington Stadium 14.

“Never Heard” (PG-13) — David Banner and Robin Givens star in this drama about a man incarcerated for a crime he didn’t commit. 7 p.m. Thursday at AMC Elmwood Palace 20, The Grand 16 Slidell.

“The Nightmare Before Christmas” (PG) — The king of “Halloween Town” discovers a town that celebrates Christmas in this animated fantasy directed by Henry Selick and Tim Burton. Regal Covington Stadium 14.

“Psycho” (R) — Alfred Hitchcock directs this 1960 thriller about a woman who checks into a remote hotel run by a young man who is dominated by his mother. Anthony Perkins and Janet Leigh star. 10 a.m. Sunday and Wednesday at Prytania Theatre.

“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” (R) — A couple’s car breaks down and they seek help at the bizarre home of Dr.

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ON STAGE “A Doll’s House, Part 2”. Southern Rep Theatre, 2545 Bayou Road — The company presents the comedy about a woman who returns to the house she left 15 years before and deals with regret, recrimination and reconciliation. www.southernrep.com.

Tickets $25-$40. 7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday “Dames at Sea”. National World War II Museum, BB’s Stage Door Canteen, 945 Magazine St. — The tap dancing spectacular is based on the Busby Berkeley-style 1930s musicals about a chorus girl who arrives in New York City and steps into a role on Broadway to become a star.

Dinner and brunch combinations available. www.nationalww2museum.org. Tickets $29.89-$64.99. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 11 a.m. Sunday.

“Homecoming Project: Bell School”.

Bell Artspace Campus, 2100 Ursulines Ave. — Artists Sunni Patterson, Frederick Hollywood Delahoussaye, Kesha McKey, Catherine Caldwell, Jeremy Guyton and free feral explore the significance of the former school through dance, spoken word, music and digital media, part of the community-based, storytelling performance series. RSVP requested. Bringing chairs is recommended. www.bellhomecoming.splashthat.com. Free admission.

7 p.m. Friday “Peter Pan”. Jefferson Performing Arts Center, 6400 Airline Drive, Metairie — Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents the timeless musical about Peter, Tinkerbell, Wendy, Capt. Hook and Neverland, with the memorable tunes “I’m Flying,” “I Won’t Grow Up” and “I’ve Got to Crow.” www.jpas.org. Tickets $20-$60. 7:30 p.m.

Friday-Saturday.

“Promised Estates”. Music Box Village, 4557 N. Rampart St. — For Halloween, Music Box Village stages a five-act immersive theatrical experience, drawing on haunted houses and modern real estate acquisition.

Guests sign up for a tour of Promised Estates. www.musicboxvillage.com Tickets $15-$45. 6 p.m. Thursday-Sunday “Shear Madness”. Westwego Performing Arts Theatre, 177 Sala Avenue, Westwego — JPAS presents an evening of improvisation and mystery in a hair salon where a murder is committed, the audience spots clues and participates in the action. jpas. org Tickets $35. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday “The Best of Sinatra”. National World War II Museum, BB’s Stage Door Canteen, 945 Magazine St. — Spencer Racca portrays Frank Sinatra in this performance. Tickets $39.99. 11:45 a.m. Wednesday “The Pillowman”. Lusher Charter School, Lusher-Fortier Campus, 5624 Freret St. — The NOLA Project presents Martin McDonagh’s dark comedy about a writer in an unnamed totalitarian state being interrogated about his short stories and their similarities to a series of murders.

(504) 302-9117. www.nolaproject.com.

Tickets $20-$38. 8 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday “The Rocky Horror Show LIVE!”. 30 by 90 Theatre, 880 Lafayette St., Mandeville — With a jump to the left, 30 by Ninety mounts the stage version of the classic midnight movie about a sweet transvestite from Transylvania. www.30byninety.com.

Tickets $21-$29. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2:30 p.m. Sunday.

“The Seafarer”. Playmakers, Inc., 19106 Playmakers Road — This dark comedy looks at a a pair of brothers and a poker game with a mysterious guest. (985) 6346732. www.playmakersinc.com. Tickets $20. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday Stories Without Words. — The Radical Buffoons presents a new experimental work blending theater and dance in collaboration, conceived, directed and choreographed by Jon Greene and Jarrell Hamilton. www.radicalbuffoons.com. Tickets $15-$25. 8 p.m. Friday-Monday.

“The Subletter’s Omen”. The Baqdoor, 1240 Montegut St. — The immersive theatrical experience features two roommates looking for a third, who brings horror, fantasy and more to the multi-room adventure. Tickets $20. 8:30 p.m. Thursday-Friday, Monday.

“Wilder, Wilder, Wilder”. NOCCA Riverfront Lupin Hall, 2800 Chartres St. — The school’s drama department stages three of Thorton Wilder’s one-act plays. www. nocca.com. Tickets $15. 7 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday, Friday.

ART OPENINGS Martin Lawrence Gallery New Orleans, 433 Royal St. — Modern Masters, a special presentation of art by 20th century masters including Picasso, Chagall, Miro and Dali, celebrating the spirit and genius; opening reception, 6 p.m. Saturday.

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Tim Curry and Susan Sarandon star. 10 p.m. Friday, Saturday and Wednesday at AMC Elmwood Palace 20; 11:59 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 10 p.m. and 11:59 p.m.

Wednesday at Prytania Theatre.

“Russ Taff: I Still Believe” (PG) — The documentary chronicles the rise of Grammy-winning Christian singer Russ Taff and his battle with alcoholism. 7 p.m. Tuesday at AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16, Cinebarre Canal Place 9, Regal Covington Stadium 14.

“Shaun of the Dead” (R) — Simon Pegg stars in this 2004 horror-comedy about a man who tries to reconcile his relationship with his mother and ex-girlfriend while battling zombies. 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday at Movie Tavern Northshore.

“The Shining” (R) — Jack Nicholson stars in director Stanley Kubrick’s adaptation of Stephen King’s best-selling novel about a family isolated in a haunted hotel. 12:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday at The Grand 16 Slidell; 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. Sunday and Wednesday Movie Tavern Northshore.

“Spirited Away” (PG) — A young girl wanders into a world ruled by spirits and witches in this 2001 animated fantasy from writer/ director Hayao Miyazaki. 12:55 p.m. Sunday, and 7 p.m. Monday and Tuesday at AMC Elmwood Palace 20, AMC Westbank Palace 16, Cinebarre Canal Place 9, The Grand 16 Slidell, Regal Covington Stadium 14.

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Beautiful & Stately home on one of New Orleans’ most sought after streets. Perfect for a family &/or entertaining!

Wonderfully appointed chef’s kitchen w/finest appliances, beautiful granite & Wood-Mode cabinetry. Oversized master suite w/ incredible, air conditioned, cedar closet. Sits on a large corner lot w/ a wraparound pool & 2 car garage.

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CLASSIC DOUBLE ON A QUIET BLOCK IN LAKEVIEW. Renovated double. Well maintained. Great for Owner/Occupant plus additional rental income. 2 BRs in each unit.

Hardwood Floors, Immaculate, Modern Kitchens and Baths, Double Parlor. Front Porch, Nice Backyard with Shed on each side.

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She is an energetic dog who is already house-trained and crate-trained, and knows several commands including “sit” thanks to her foster parents!

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Ash is a 2-month-old neutered gray DSH kitten. He is a sweet little fella who loves toy mice, playing with other kittens, chasing feathered toys and cuddling up to people!

To meet these 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., call 368-5191 or visit www.la-spca.org

3021 ANNUNCIATION ST.

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Ground floor 1 bedroom, 1 bath fully furnished and turnkey at the ever popular Cotton Mill. Pool, patio & gym in one of the best warehouse district addresses. $319,000.

Upgraded Irish Channel cottage with 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths & a large office loft. High Ceilings, wood floors and a cute rear yard in an excellent Irish Channel location. $439,000

Two (2) separate renovated cottages on a large 48 x 127 Lot in an excellent Marigny location. Main house is a 2 bedroom camelback and 2nd cottage is a 2 bedroom rental. Off street parking for several cars and room for a pool in the rear. $845,000

Licensed by the Louisiana Real Estate Commission for more than 35 years with offices in New Orleans, LA 70130

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(New Orleans, LA) Assist in 1st level support of analytic IT apps, provide documentation, training, BI Report Devel, assist with quality assurance, testing for upgrades, BI solutions, & continual maintenance. BS Comp Science, Engring or related; 2 yrs’ IT exp, incl some solid exp in: Power BI development; Cognos Bi; SAP BW/BI; ODS; EDW; data warehousing with ETL functions; SQL; user training; preparation of documentation; gathering requirements from client; user acceptance testing; gathering feedback from users. CV & cvr ltr: Genean Mathieu, Tulane University, 300 Gibson Hall, 6823 St. Charles Avenue, New Orleans, LA 70118 within 30 days & refer to Job #18185 to be considered. TU is an EEO/AAE employer.

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RESIDENTIAL RENTALS

2401 Prytania - 3bd/3ba .................... $3700 1140 Decatur #3 - 1bd/1ba ................. $2300 4220 Jena - 1bd/1ba ........................... $1475 406 Andry 3bd/3ba ................................. $1250 1922 St. Philip 2bd/1ba ....................... $1170 1125 Kerlerec (Lwr) .... $850/$900 Unfurn/Furn

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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, NOTICE: 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.

REAL ESTATE FOR RENT COMMERCIAL/METAIRIE FOR LEASE METAIRIE

4634 W. Esplanade Ave. 1,800 SQ. FT. $1,800/month + deposit.

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Renov 1/2 dbl, 1bdrm 1ba, hdwd flrs, w/d, refrig, stove, ceil fans, water pd. $850/mo + dep. Call 504-899-5544.

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LIVE IN HEART OF UPTOWN Spacious home on Camp near Jefferson Ave., 3bdrm/2ba. Great neighborhood, $2500/mo. Call Emilie Reilly with Gardner Realtors 504-232-4279.

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