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STAFF President & CEO | MARGO DUBOS Publisher | JEANNE EXNICIOS FOSTER Administrative Director | MARK KARCHER

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TUE. JUNE 27 | Death metal architects Morbid Angel — hailing from the country’s blackest, most brutal pit of doom (Tampa) — wake from a six-year slumber with a tour to celebrate the band’s forthcoming album, due later this year. Suffocation, Revocation and Withered open at 7 p.m. at House of Blues.

Triassic Parq: The Musical

The 2017 Essence Festival brings big names to the Superdome June 29-July 2

THU.-SUN. JUNE 29-JULY 9 | A group of dinosaurs finds its world turned upside down when one of them spontaneously changes gender in the musical from See ’Em on Stage, which also produced Musical of the Living Dead and Terminator The Musical. For mature audiences. At 8 p.m. at the Valiant Theatre & Lounge.

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PERFORMING HER BIGGEST CONCERT YET in her new home, New Orleans

resident Solange is among the closing acts scheduled for the final night of Essence 2017, joining headliners Diana Ross, Chance the Rapper, Mary J. Blige and John Legend. Now making its 23rd entry, the festival has cemented itself as a celebratory weekend offering multiple forums for empowerment and reflection with free speeches and seminars in addition to performances by black artists inside the Superdome.

Solange’s critically acclaimed, Grammy Award-winning 2016 album A Seat at the Table is massive, her third full-length entry in a career spanning Motown-inspired dance pop and Blood Orange-produced R&B. A Seat at the Table, released on her New Orleansbased imprint Saint Records, examines blackness, prejudice and identity, burrowed deep into her unique vision of funk, soul and R&B, guided by narrator Master P. She performs at 7:30 p.m. July 2 on the main stage. Here are several other performance highlights.

Friday, June 29 Moses Sumney 7:20 p.m., Hot Right Now Superlounge The singer-songwriter dribbled out his space-age falsetto on singles like “Lonely World” before releasing 2016’s ethereal Lamentations, floating in the space between Kanye West’s auto-tune echoes and Radiohead’s cinematic tendencies.

Ro James 8:30 p.m., Now Playing Superlounge 2016’s between-the-sheets anthem “Permission” previewed Ro James’ follow-up full-length Eldorado, a breezy debut riding on spare trap beats and washed-out keyboards.

PJ Morton 8:35 p.m., Essence Superlounge

The New Orleans songwriter — a St. Augustine High School grad who later joined arena-pop band Maroon 5 — released his 2017 album Gumbo on his own Morton Records. The album’s funk guitar slaps, classic rhythm section, upbeat keyboard licks and Morton’s versatile voice spike his Stevie Wonder-inspired, pop-inflected R&B. (Morton also joined Wonder onstage at this year’s New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, comfortably slipping into a verse on “I Wish.”)

John Legend 9:20 p.m., Mainstage After advocating for prison sentencing reform in the Louisiana Legislature, the multiple Grammy Award-winning singer-songwriter returns to New Orleans for his first performance since the 2017 NBA All-Star Game halftime show and a showstopping Jazz Fest appearance in 2015.

Diana Ross 10:40 p.m., Mainstage The Motown legend — from Supreme to Presidential Medal of Freedom recipient — closes out the first night of Essence 2017.

Saturday, June 30 The Jones Girls feat. Shirley Jones 7:50 p.m., For the Love of R&B Superlounge Following the death of Brenda and Valorie Jones, Shirley Jones carries the torch for the ’80s R&B group, which landed hits like “Who Can I Run

SAT. JULY 1 | A not-so-reluctant elder statesman after 25 years of heart-burning Tex-Mex rock chronicling, Alejandro Escovedo returned from his longest hiatus in a decade with last year’s Burn Something Beautiful (Fantasy), a feisty collaboration with contemporaries The Minus 5 (Scott McCaughey and Peter Buck). Pat Puckett opens at 8 p.m. at Chickie Wah Wah.

Big Freedia with Tank & the Bangas and Alfred Banks

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Lizzo 8 p.m., Now Playing Superlounge “Good as Hell,” the irresistible 2016 anthem from singer and rapper Lizzo, glimpsed her genre-blending, body-positive and joke-filled debut EP Coconut Oil, on which she sings “I don’t need a crown to know that I’m a queen.”

Remy Ma 8:50 p.m., Essence Superlounge Likely known for her ongoing feuds with Foxy Brown and Nicki Minaj, Bronx rapper Remy Ma has appeared on classic tracks like “Ante Up” and “Lean Back,” a collaboration with Fat Joe that spans her Terror Squad beginnings with late MC Big Pun and 2016’s Grammy Award-nominated banger “All the Way Up.” Jhene Aiko 9:15 p.m., Now Playing Superlounge PAGE 51

SAT. JULY 1 | After leading an amateur “twerkout” for the unwashed masses at Bonnaroo, Big Freedia returns home to headline a bill with slightly better moves: the boundlessly energetic Tank & the Bangas, free-flow MC Alfred Banks and funk-inoculated ensemble CoolNasty. At 10 p.m. at Tipitina’s.

Patriotic Music Festival SUN. JULY 2 | Ellis Marsalis, Delfeayo Marsalis and the Uptown Jazz Orchestra, a U.S. Marine Corps concert band and Albinas Prizgintas perform at the Trinity Artist Series Independence Day event. At 3 p.m. at Trinity Episcopal Church.

Rick Ross MON. JULY 3 | American dreammaker Rick Ross — from correctional officer to rap kingpin and owner of multiple Wingstop locations — arrives just in time to celebrate America’s birthday. His 2017 album Rather You Than Me is boosted by singles “I Think She Like Me” and the Birdman-dissing “Idols Become Rivals.” At 8 p.m. at the Saenger Theatre.

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The size of the ‘dead zone’ along the Gulf Coast A HYPOXIC WATER MASS — one with extremely low oxygen levels suffocating sea life — forming on the Gulf of Mexico continental shelf is expected to grow to the size of Vermont this summer. The Gulf’s “dead zone” (pictured in red) is expected to cover 10,089 square miles of the continental shelf off the Louisiana and Texas coasts, among the largest dead zones measured in more than 30 years, according to three June and July forecasts from scientists and researchers working with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration.

Matt Rota, senior policy director with the Gulf Restoration Network, called the forecast a “wake-up call” but is discouraged by recent environmental decisions from President Donald Trump’s administration and how they could impact the Gulf Coast. “We should be strengthening efforts to reduce dead zone-causing nitrogen and phosphorus pollution ... not rolling back protections,” Rota said in a statement.

Effects of Tropical Storm Cindy and other storms might limit the size of the dead zone to 70 percent of its predicted area. —ALEX WOODWARD

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New Orleans Lympho-Maniac Cancer Fund

distributed $90,000 to East Jefferson General Hospital’s H. Ryan Aucoin Financial Assistance Program, LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans’ Genetic Testing Cancer Program and Ochsner Health System’s Adolescents & Young Adult Cancer program. The fund has raised more than $1 million since its inception.

Viventium, a New York-based software company, donated $10,000 to Second Harvest Food Bank June 18 and delivered $10,000 worth of items to the New Orleans Women and Children’s Shelter June 20. According to a release, the company donated to the local groups in lieu of paying for its booth displays at the Society for Human Resource Management conference this month.

Principled PAC

sponsored an attack ad focused on Georgia’s 6th District race that opens with gunshots and footage of U.S. Rep. Steve Scalise after he was shot at a baseball practice this month.

The ad (“Stop The Violent Left”) called on voters to “stop” Democrat Jon Ossoff and vote for Republican Karen Handel. Both candidates denounced the ad, though it was clear Handel’s campaign was its intended beneficiary.

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1. CONGRESSIONAL BLACK CAUCUS

REJECTS TRUMP’S REQUEST FOR MEETING

The Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), a group of 49 lawmakers led

by New Orleans U.S. Rep. Cedric Richmond, last week formally rejected a 12-day-old meeting request from President Donald Trump. A story in POLITICO cited unnamed sources saying, “Members are worried the request for a caucus-wide meeting would amount to little more than a photo op that the president could use to bolster his standing among African-Americans.”

In a three-page letter rebuffing Trump’s request, Richmond cited “actions that cause legitimate alarm among members of this caucus and the millions of Americans we represent,” including the administration’s positions on “the failed war on drugs,” mass incarceration and funding for historically black colleges and universities.

The CBC’s leadership met with Trump in the Oval Office in March (pictured). In his letter rejecting the request for another meeting, Richmond cited eight letters from the CBC to the administration that he said went unanswered since the March meeting. The letters included concerns about the ongoing municipal water crisis in Flint, Michigan; hate-crime legislation; and “your efforts to sabotage our nation’s health care system.”

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2. Quote of the week “You know, in life, if you only wait for that which is exactly what you wish to have, you end up living on an island by yourself. I always say the Democrats keep complaining about, ‘Oh, my gosh, it’s not an open process’; if two or three Democrats walked into [Republican Senate Majority Leader] Mitch McConnell’s room and said, ‘You have our vote for this,’ it would have an incredible impact. But if you just wait until, ‘Oh, we want an open process,’ then you never get that. So at some point, you’ve got to play with the cards dealt to you, and that’s true of almost everything in life.” — Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy, explaining to Vox.com why he wasn’t in favor of the Senate

health care bill being developed in secret, but emphasizing he wasn’t going to register a formal objection or threaten to withhold support over the matter.

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Senate health care plan unveiled; Louisiana leaders react With the release of a 142-page draft early June 22, the Senate finally revealed its plan that could make good on the long-term Republican promise to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The bill’s release offered the first opportunity for the public — and many senators — to view and critique the Senate’s plan, called the Better Care Reconciliation Act. Before its reveal, the bill already had come under fire for a

secretive drafting process featuring no public hearings and little debate on the Senate floor.

Within its text: higher premiums for older people, the elimination of the individual and employer mandates (you won’t have to carry insurance, and employers don’t have to provide it for you), a year-long freeze on Planned Parenthood funding, fewer subsidies to help people buy insurance and cuts to federal Medicaid dollars that support the working poor, 40 percent of American children and people with disabilities.

Throughout the state, a chorus of lawmakers, public health observers and activists have begun to speak out against this health care plan.

But the power lies with Louisiana Sens. Bill Cassidy and John Neely Kennedy, who now will turn their attentions to the legislation ahead of a potential vote next week.

A news release from Cassidy Thursday morning praised the bill for including aspects of his own Patient Freedom Act, including the elimination of the mandate for employers of a certain size to offer health insurance.

“I will study the bill to determine whether it fulfills President Trump’s campaign promises to lower premiums, maintain coverage and protect those with pre-existing conditions,” Cassidy vowed (pretty much the same thing he said on the Senate floor earlier this month). Kennedy also stuck to generalities. In social media posts, he said he’d look through the bill this weekend in hopes of “fix[ing] the unmitigated disaster that is Obamacare.” (He did tell The New York Times he was encouraged by the bill’s cuts to Medicaid funding.) He pledged to work through the holiday recess if necessary.

Gov. John Bel Edwards, who joined a bipartisan coalition of six governors in a letter calling for a more transparent writing process, said the bill “specifically disadvantages” Louisiana. “The working poor, disabled and elderly appear to shoulder the burden in this latest version of Congress’ health care rewrite. This is a step backwards for cost, coverage and care,” he said in a statement. “Most notably, [the bill] dismantles Medicaid and will leave the 428,000 working poor in Louisiana who are covered under the expansion with nowhere to turn.” (Edwards approved the ACA-connected Medicaid expansion in 2016.)

Mayor Mitch Landrieu echoed Edwards’ sentiment and said the secretive bill-writing process should “scare every American.” In a news release, he said 51,000 people in New Orleans, including parents and seniors, could be negatively impacted if the bill becomes law.

U.S. Rep. Cedric Richmond, D-New Orleans, who heads the Congressional Black Caucus, borrowed Trumpian language for his own statement.

“This bill is simply another bad deal for the American people,” he said. “It is bad for families, it is bad for seniors, and it is bad for our economy. We cannot afford this heartless health care plan that is even more malicious than the proposal that the President himself described as ‘mean.’”

4. Police monitor: NOPD ‘use of force’ increases

The rate of the New Orleans Police Department’s (NOPD) use of force against African-Americans is significantly higher in proportion to the city’s black population, according to the Independent Police Monitor’s (IPM) annual report released last week. The report noted that African-Americans comprise 83 percent of people involved in incidents where police used force — whereas blacks make up roughly 61 percent of the city’s population. Officials in NOPD and with the IPM said they aren’t prepared to draw a conclusion based on the data, despite the disproportionate statistics.

Use of police force overall is increasing, according to IPM data. NOPD used force 1,563 times in 2016, compared to 1,071 times in 2015.

The office’s 2016 reports are available at www.nolaipm.gov.

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Child care assistance?

Get on the waiting list Louisiana’s child care assistance program is opening a waiting list as the program braces for “overwhelming demand” with a limited budget. Eligible families must apply

by June 30 to secure a slot, according to an announcement from the state Department of Education.

On July 1, applicants will be added to a waiting list.

The federally funded Child Care Assistance program offers child care support for low-income parents who work or attend school. Recent eligibility changes reduced the required number of hours for job training, bumping the number of recipients to 18,000 as of last month. “If and when funding becomes available,” the program will contact those on the wait list, the announcement said.

After one year on the wait list, applicants will have to reapply. Wait-listed households will be given 30 days notice before the lists are purged.

The 2017 Kids Count report on child well-being placed Louisiana among the worst states in the U.S., with more than a quarter of Louisiana children living in poverty and more than 30 percent living

6. ‘Spare some change?’ officially legal in Slidell

A Slidell ordinance seeking to control panhandling in the city was ruled unconstitutional in U.S. District Court June 19 following a lawsuit brought by the ACLU of Louisiana on behalf of three panhandlers. U.S. District Court Judge Lance Africk ruled that the law — which would require panhandlers to acquire a permit from police and display it when panhandling — had violated the First Amendment rights of people asking for money.

“This decision affirms that even unpopular speech is protected under the [U.S.] Constitution,” said Marjorie Esman, executive director of the ACLU of Louisiana. “The City of Slidell may not ban messages it doesn’t like or punish people for asking for help. Instead it has an obligation to protect the rights of all people.”

Slidell adopted the ordinance in 2015 but amended it earlier this year after the ACLU filed the lawsuit in late 2016.

7. FEMA gets new head Many of President Donald Trump’s nominees to high-profile positions have been controversial, but not that of his pick to head the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). In April, Trump nominated Brock Long, the former director of the Alabama Emergency Management Agency, to be the new head of FEMA, and last week Long’s appointment was confirmed by the U.S. Senate in a 95-4 vote. (All four nays were cast by Democrats.)

Craig Fugate, the FEMA head who helped right the agency after the widely panned performance of Michael “Brownie” Brown, had praise for the selection, saying, “Brock brings both state and FEMA experience to the job. He knows the programs and challenges he faces.”

8. ‘Scalise Strong’ blood drive pays off

Local Democrats and Republicans alike turned out last week for a Metairie blood drive in honor of House Majority Whip Steve Scalise,

who was shot June 13 at a baseball practice in a Virginia suburb. Scalise remains hospitalized, but his condition continues to improve, according to doctors and visitors. “I didn’t vote for him, but this shouldn’t have happened to him,” one woman said as she left the one-day “Scalise Strong” blood drive hosted by the real estate firm of Engel & Volkers in Metairie.

“We have had several donors say they were Democrats,” said Joyce Delery, a co-owner of the firm.

Cathy Espenan, a real estate agent who organized the blood drive with The Blood Center of New Orleans, said. “This is not about politics. He was playing baseball, for God’s sake.”

Forty-eight pints of blood were collected in Metairie, and two blood drives were held in Washington D.C. last week in Scalise’s honor.

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Nonprofit news site Bayou Brief launches Last week saw the debut of The Bayou Brief (www.bayoubrief.com), a new Louisiana politics and culture website described by founder Lamar White Jr. as a “non-profit, progressively-minded, online-only, and free source for news and commentary about the people and the politics of Louisiana.” White, a native of central Louisiana, worked with Alexandria Mayor Jacques Roy and founded the politics website CenLamar.com. The Bayou Brief’s raft of original stories included one on New Orleans’ Confederate monument supporters (“Monumental Task Farce”) and another titled “Why Southern Democrats Struggle With the Politics of Abortion.”

10. City hurricane prep site includes — martini?

New Orleans largely was spared by Tropical Storm Cindy, which was downgraded to a tropical depression as it made landfall early June 22. The city was ready, however, with politicians and other officials holding two press conferences last week detailing preparation and warnings to residents.

The city’s official disaster website, NOLA Ready (www.nola.gov/ ready) also was prepared — with booze. Its hurricane preparedness checklist included stocking up on water, prepping windows and making sure residents had enough food on hand — but the “Food” recommendation was illustrated by an icon of a martini glass, causing merriment on social media. Though it may have accurately reflected locals’ favorite part of storm prep, the city website was later updated with a jug and bowl of food.

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in households that lack secure employment or have a high housing cost burden.

“Unfortunately, child care for working families remains a small priority in our state budget,” Louisiana Education Superintendent John White said in a statement. “As a result, families will now have to either not go to work or find a non-education setting for their children.”

Program information is available at www.louisianabelieves.com.

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COMMENTARY

‘Smart on crime’ a bipartisan success THE 2017 REGULAR LEGISLATIVE SESSION HAS BEEN WIDELY — AND RIGHTLY — CRITICIZED for its failure

to produce long-term fiscal reform.

Yet, despite lawmakers’ failure to work together on fiscal issues, they showed true bipartisanship in succeeding on another, equally important front: criminal justice reform. The long-term impact of that success cannot be overstated.

After decades of pretending to be “tough on crime,” lawmakers finally enacted policies that reflect what enlightened law enforcement leaders have known all along: We cannot jail our way to safety. Spurred by objective data from the Pew Charitable Trust, a yearlong study by the bipartisan Louisiana Justice Reinvestment Task Force, and critical support from conservative as well as progressive voices across the state, lawmakers passed a package of 10 bills that significantly overhaul Louisiana’s sentencing, probation, parole and re-entry laws.

The bills signed into law by Gov. John Bel Edwards, who also supported the reforms, focus on nonviolent offenders. Citizens should keep that in mind if (when) they hear demagogues harping that lawmakers who voted for the reforms were “soft on crime.” As conservative supporters noted from the beginning, the changes represent Louisiana getting “smart on crime.” Here’s why: • Louisiana spends nearly $700 million a year on prisons, yet our crime rate remains high — and one in three released inmates returns to jail within three years.

• Louisiana leads the nation in imprisonment, with a rate nearly double the national average.

• Louisiana sends a disproportionate number of people to prison for nonviolent offenses, feeding a cycle of recidivism.

Despite Louisiana’s “lock-’em-up” political culture, all 10 bills comprising the reform package passed with strong bipartisan majorities. The reforms are projected to reduce the state’s prison population by 10 percent and save $262 million over the next decade. By law, 70 percent of the savings — an estimated $184 million — must be reinvested in programs proven to reduce recidivism and support victims of crime. Equally important, by 2018 Louisiana will lose its longstanding title as the most carceral state in the country. Best of all, Louisiana’s new policies will reduce crime along with incarceration rates. All citizens will be safer.

Rookie state Rep. Joe Marino of Gretna emerged as the unlikely hero of criminal justice reform efforts. “Public safety is our main goal,” Marino says.

“We want prison rates to go down and the crime rate to go down.”

Many business, civic and political leaders played key roles in making the reforms happen, but the unlikeliest hero of this story is one of the Legislature’s newest members, state Rep. Joe Marino, an independent from Gretna. The 2017 session was Marino’s first after he won a special election last autumn to succeed former state Rep. Bryan Adams.

Marino, the Legislature’s only fulltime practicing criminal defense attorney, immediately got to work on the reform package and quickly proved his mettle. In fact, his knowledge of the issues was so thorough that veterans like Senate President John Alario and state Sen. Danny Martiny, who both authored key bills in the package, asked Marino to spearhead testimony when their bills were heard in committee. “Our goal wasn’t just to reduce the prison population,” Marino told Gambit after the bills became law. “Public safety is our main goal. We want prison rates to go down and the crime rate to go down.”

Passage of criminal justice reform showed what’s possible when lawmakers put partisan politics aside for the long-term good of the state. Indeed, bipartisanship is exactly what Louisiana will need if we’re ever to adopt genuine fiscal reform.

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A familiar but unique election scenario NO TWO ELECTIONS ARE ALIKE , but this year’s race for mayor of New Orleans reminds me (so far) of the 2002 mayor’s race. Ray Nagin won that contest, but don’t panic. I don’t see another Nagin in our future. What looks familiar is the slow pace at which the field is taking shape and the lack of a clear front-runner, at least at this stage.

Now consider this factoid: The last three mayors didn’t announce their candidacies until shortly before qualifying. That’s what leads some to whisper that we haven’t yet heard the name of the next mayor.

Of course, two of those three late-entry candidates were named Morial and Landrieu.

They didn’t need to start early.

The third was Nagin, and he won mainly because the eventual front-runner, then-state Sen. Paulette Irons, imploded in the final weeks.

I don’t see any of this year’s candidates imploding, but I do see other parallels between this year’s race and the one that gave us Nagin.

In both contests, a handful of qualified hopefuls declared their intentions, but none caught fire early. One difference is that this year none of the announced major candidates — former Judges Michael Bagneris and Desiree Charbonnet, and District B Councilwoman LaToya Cantrell — is a household name citywide.

Bagneris has by far the most and broadest experience, as did then-Councilman Jim Singleton in 2002. Like Singleton, Bagneris also is the oldest (at 67) of the candidates, and New Orleans has a long history of electing young mayors.

That could change, of course.

What also could change is the fact that New Orleans has a history of electing male mayors. Cantrell and Charbonnet hope to catch what many see as the next wave of city politics: a woman mayor.

Women have held a majority of the City Council seats for more than a decade, and women comprise more than 56 percent of the city’s electorate. Women also turn out to vote in larger proportions than men. If women decide it’s their turn, it’s their turn.

P H O T O B Y A L E X W O O D WA R D

Race is not an issue, but it’s always a factor, perhaps more so now in light of the Confederate monuments controversy. Will a major white candidate offer himself or herself for mayor? Local white businessman and monument supporter Frank Scurlock has announced his candidacy, but politically and financially he trails his African-American opponents.

Speculation abounds that another white businessman, Sidney Torres, is considering the race. Interestingly, Torres comes closest to being a household name in the city, but he has no political experience — other than, like Nagin in 2002, having had business dealings with City Hall.

Nagin didn’t get to be a household name until about five weeks before the 2002 primary, which proves that people pay more attention to who picks up their trash than who provides their cable service.

Meanwhile, state Rep. Walt Leger III assembled a campaign team months ago, then put them all “on hold.” If either or both Leger and Torres run, it would scramble things aplenty. Both need to decide soon — qualifying is just two weeks away (July 12-14).

With or without a last-minute, surprise candidate, it’s going to be an interesting — and unique — election.

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BLAKE PONTCHARTRAIN™ @GambitBlake | askblake@gambitweekly.com

Hey Blake, Your column June 20 mentioned the word “arpent” as a unit of measurement. What can you tell me about its history and use in this area?

Dear Reader, The arpent is a pre-metric French land measurement unit common in writings and maps of the city dating back to its earliest days as a French settlement. In his book Time and Place in New Orleans: Past Geographies in the Present Day, geographer Richard Campanella explains that an arpent is the “functional equivalent of the English acre, except that while an acre measures a superficial area, an arpent measures both lineally and superficially.”

By lineal measure, an arpent runs about 192 feet. By areal measure, a “superficial” or square arpent equals 0.84628 acres. The term is derived from the Latin arepennis, or “surface of a field.”

In many parts of the New World, not just Louisiana, the French government divided its lands according to the arpent system. As the city’s population grew, the so-called 40arpent land surveying system developed. In it, parallel lines from 2 to 8

lineal arpents apart were drawn 40 lineal arpents deep from both sides of the banks of the Mississippi River, with a canal often forming the back end of the property. This practice gave many landowners access to the valuable riverfront. The “40-arpent line” at the rear of many properties was used to divide land areas into long lots. This explains the odd directions and layout of some current city streets and neighborhoods.

With the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, American surveyors grappled with the French colonial systems that had been in place for nearly 100 years, but wisely left them in place. Campanella says Congress passed an act in 1807 “confirming most colonial-era land holdings, and a second act in 1811 authorizing surveyors to continue laying out long lots in areas of colonial settlement.”

In modern times in America, acres became the areal standard for land measurement.

The term arpent still is seen in a street name (Eighty Arpent Road in Marrero), as well as in the 40 Arpent Canal in St. Bernard Parish, part of the Florida Canal that stretches from New Orleans to Plaquemines and still is called by its previous name — 40 Arpent Canal — by some folks.

That historic waterway also inspired the name of a brewery, the 40 Arpent Brewing Company in Arabi.

BLAKEVIEW THIS WEEK MARKS THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF A LOCAL TRAGEDY that made

headlines around the world: a car crash that claimed the life of actress Jayne Mansfield.

On June 28, 1967, Mansfield appeared on the Mississippi Gulf Coast at Gus Stevens’ nightclub in Biloxi. After performing two shows, she and her entourage left Biloxi after midnight headed for New Orleans, where Mansfield, 34, was to be interviewed by Al Shea on WDSU-TV’s Midday show. As the car traveled on a foggy Highway 90 west of the Rigolets Bridge, it slammed into the back of a tractor-trailer. Three adults in the front seat were killed: Mansfield, attorney Sam Brody and driver Ronnie Harrison.

Mansfield’s three children (including actress Mariska Hargitay) were asleep in the back seat at the time and survived.

Actress Jayne Mansfield died in a car accident on Highway 90 near the Rigolets in 1967 on her way from Mississippi to New Orleans.

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WHAT’S IN STORE

Animal house

BY PAIGE RITA NULTY

THE PET CARE CENTER’S (citywide;

www.petcarecenterinc.com) main campus has been in business since 1958, originally functioning as a clinic for the racehorses at then-neighbor Jefferson Downs racetrack. Now, the main office of the hospital for small animals sits adjacent to Lafreniere Park in Metairie, and there are satellite locations scattered throughout the New Orleans area.

“We want to reach everyone in any way that we can, and help clients in different areas,” says general manager Brittany Sylvia. The Metairie hospital is the “mothership that started everything,” she says, but the other locations were built to specialize in treatments suited to the unique issues of each area.

“At the main hospital, we offer typical wellness treatments and preventive care,” she says.

“But if your pet is suffering from heartworms, for instance, two of our locations offer discounted heartworm treatment. … Certain locations offer low-cost spay and neuter because we try to think of how we can be the most helpful in that particular community.”

The Pet Care Center offers 24hour emergency veterinary services and luxury boarding condos. Every time a patient visits the clinic, the staff recognizes it is working with a beloved pet as well as a pet owner and considers the needs of both.

“I would bring my animal here without any (hesitation) ... because I know what goes on here and the standard that we hold ourselves to,” Sylvia says.

Dr. Amelie Lanaux checks out Butters, a patient at Metairie’s Pet Care Center.

PHOTO BY CHERYL GERBER

In the seven years Sylvia has managed the Pet Care Center, she has seen the rollout of 24-hour care and the expansion from one location to five. She also had an opportunity to care for a pet herself.

“I could not have a better memory than Sophie,” she says of the Doberman pinscher she adopted from a client who no longer could care for the dog, which since has died. “But that is what we do day in and day out. We constantly strive to provide the best for our clients and our patients.”

The Pet Center also works with local shelters such as the Jefferson SPCA and the Louisiana SPCA by accepting animals that have been rescued or surrendered after the animal shelters are closed.

“Trying to give the best to our clients while having the best patient care … that is absolutely what drives us every day to do what we do and become better,” Sylvia says.

From her office overlooking the boarding condos, Sylvia watches the visiting animals while she works.

“The satisfaction of being able to know that I’m running a business that is helping animals and providing the best service — that is in and of itself a paycheck,” she says.

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Where to Drink

BARS This Summer

BY ANDREA BLUMENSTEIN, WILL COVIELLO, FRANK ETHERIDGE, KATHERINE JOHNSON, JENNY PATTERSON, KAT STROMQUIST & ALEX WOODWARD | PHOTOS BY CHERYL GERBER

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ith new breweries, outdoor drinking spaces, original cocktail menus and new twists on classic drinks, there’s almost too much to choose from in New Orleans. Gambit’s list of 100 or so bars helps narrow the choices.

There are places to find the latest beers from local breweries, creative cocktail menus, to gather friends to watch sports, have a drink before dinner or imbibe till sunrise. For each bar, the guide offers a quick gloss on the vibe and a recommended drink. ENJOY!

NEW BARS

Grab a drink in one of these new spots.

BRATZ Y’ALL! BISTRO BAKERY & BIERGARTEN 617B Piety St., (504) 3013222; www.bratzyall.com The vibe: Grab a bratwurst

from the kitchen (formerly a bakery and a boxing club) and head out to long picnic tables on the beer garden-like patio cooled by nine churning fans.

What you’ll drink: The Berliner Weisse is a warm-weather favorite in owner Sven Vorkauf’s native Germany.

The Bywater spot offers an

exclusive Weisse beer mixed with a choice of raspberry- or Woodruff herb-flavored syrup.

There’s also house-made sangria available by the glass or pitcher.

NOSH

@noshnola 752 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 581-1103; www.noshneworleans.com The vibe: The overhauled

Tommy’s Wine Bar space still is an upscale lounge — with a long bar and tables — but with a seafood bar and menu of small plates and flatbreads.

What you’ll drink: Classic cocktails (Sazerac, French 75)

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POOR BOYS

@poorboysbar 1328 St. Bernard Ave., (504) 603-2522; www.facebook.com/poorboysbar

The vibe: The one-year-old Siberia

spinoff is the former’s younger, crustier, bouncier, weirder sibling.

The dive bar hosts dance parties, punk bands and whatever else fits under its A-framed ceiling.

What you’ll drink: Cocktail specials, PBR in cans, High Life in bottles.

SPOTTED CAT FOOD & SPIRITS

New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 371-5074; www.spottedcatfoodspirits.com The vibe: The offshoot of the

Frenchmen Street bar has a casual vibe, serves breakfast until 5 p.m. and features live local music.

What you’ll drink: Local craft beers, micheladas or cocktails such as the Louisiana lemonade with vodka, Triple Sec, sour mix and strawberry and basil.

OUTDOOR DRINKING

By sunlight or moonlight, enjoy the great outdoors.

BACCHANAL WINE

@Bacchanalwine 600 Poland Ave., (504) 9489111; www.bacchanalwine.com

The vibe: The Bywater wine shop

presents nightly live music in its spacious courtyard filled with torchlit tables. Patrons can get beer from a kiosk, cocktails from the upstairs bar and Mediterranean small plates from chef de cuisine J. Zink.

What you’ll drink: An expanded selection of red wines from the U.S. and Burgundy and wine flights are available this summer in the upstairs bar.

BAYOU BEER GARDEN

326 N. Jefferson Davis Parkway, (504) 302-9357; www.bayoubeergarden.com

The vibe: The courtyard has an

aura of perpetual happy hour as 20- and 30-something patrons fill the covered deck and terrace.

Lots of large-screen TVs showcase major sporting events, so patrons never miss a play. The courtyard connects with neighboring Bayou Wine Garden.

What you’ll drink: There are more than 60 beers, shandies and ciders.

Specials on buckets of domestic beers are an afternoon favorite.

THE COLUMNS HOTEL

3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 8999308; www.thecolumns.com The vibe: The 19th-century man-

sion-turned-hotel on the edge of the Garden District attracts a mix of locals, tourists and college kids, but the Old Fashioneds make up for the wait at the bar. A table on the front porch is an excellent perch for people-watching.

What you’ll drink: Classic cocktails and top shelf liquors.

THE COUNTRY CLUB

@countryclubnola 634 Louisa St., (504) 945-0742; www.thecountryclubneworleans.com The vibe: There’s plenty of places

to drink at the Bywater spot — front veranda, restaurant dining room, the bar or the expansive rear courtyard with a hot tub and pool (admission is half off Monday through Friday with food purchase).

What you’ll drink: A new cocktail menu features a revamped selection of tequilas, and the wine list grew from 20 to 150 offerings. The Effen cocktail (Effen cucumber gin, soda, lemonade) anchor the new additions.

N7

1117 Montegut St.; www.facebook.com/n7nola

The vibe: Hidden behind a non-

descript wooden fence (with “N7” stenciled in black spray paint), N7 has a speakeasy feel. Beyond the gate — in an attractively renovated former garage space — there are trestle tables on a covered patio and in nooks and corners of the cafe space.

What you’ll drink: Sake, liqueurbased cocktails like a Campari spritz and more than 100 European wines, aperitifs and digestifs.

PAT O’BRIEN’S

@PatOBriensBar 718 St. Peter St., (504) 5254823; www.patobriens.com

The vibe: The dimly lit piano bar

remains a favorite spot for escaping the hubbub of Bourbon Street, but the central flaming fountain draws many to find a table in main courtyard.

What you’ll drink: Signature Hurricane cocktails, mint juleps and an array of specialty cocktails.

THE RUSTY NAIL

@Rustynailnola 1102 Constance St., (504) 5255515; www.rustynailnola.com The vibe: The outdoor space is

sprawling enough to make patrons forget they’re in the Warehouse District. There are plenty of TVs and seating under a covered bar and at tables shaded by trees.

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Owner Sven Vorkauf raises a stein at Bratz Y’all!

THE TCHOUP YARD

405 Third St., (504) 8956747; www.tchoupyard.com

What you’ll drink: A refreshing double dryhopped Modillion.

The vibe: The yard features

a large, fully stocked outdoor bar, tented seating and pavilions for shelter during bad weather, making the “outdoor drinking” concept more appealing if the outdoors isn’t really your thing.

What you’ll drink: A dozen wines on tap, a handful of frozen drinks and a bevy of beers — available in frozen 18-ounce schooners.

BREWPUBS & TAPROOMS

Taprooms are brewing up some of the most intriguing new drink options.

WAYWARD OWL BREWING COMPANY

@WaywardOwlBeer 3940 Thalia St., (504) 827-1646; waywardowlbrewing.com

The vibe: Food pop-ups with

www.courtyardbrewing.com

The vibe: Strands of iri-

ABITA BREWING COMPANY

descent light bulbs hang above this hip hidden destination for fans of creative micro-brewing.

What you’ll drink: Try a house-brewed, barrel-aged stout.

The vibe: Abita Brewing

CRESCENT CITY BREWHOUSE

@TheAbitaBeer 166 Barber Road, Covington, (985) 893-3143; www.abita.com Company is the granddaddy of the local craft beer craze, and taproom visitors can taste flights of 4-ounce tasters of all the brews before hitting the courtyard and beer garden to enjoy food truck fare (Saturdays) or their own packed picnic.

What you’ll drink: Yearround favorites, seasonal brews, limited releases, root beer.

BRIEUX CARRE BREWING COMPANY

@BrieuxCarre 2115 Decatur St., (504) 304-4242; www.brieuxcarre.com

The vibe: This new brewery

fills a cozy nook just off Frenchmen Street and there’s more space in the back courtyard.

What you’ll drink: The lemon grass-infused Get Weird Wit It has 5.8 percent alcohol by volume and is the second-most sober selection.

Giddy up.

COURTYARD BREWERY

@CourtyardBrew 1020 Erato St.;

527 Decatur St., (504) 522-0571; www.crescentcitybrewhouse.com

The vibe: Large gleaming

kettles, an oyster bar and live music draw passersby off the streets to this longtime local brewpub and restuarant.

What you’ll drink: German-style beers, including a Weiss beer and Vienna-style Red Stallion.

GORDON BIERSCH

@GordonbierschNO 200 Poydras St., (504) 552-2739; www.gordonbiersch/com

The vibe: The national brew

chain is known for German-style beers, and this location has a beer garden on Fulton Street.

What you’ll drink: Try one of head brewer Nick Anzalone’s IPAs.

NOLA BREWING COMPANY

@NOLABrewing 3001 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 896-9996; www.nolabrewing.com The vibe: In eight years,

NOLA Brewing has grown to fill three warehouses, churn out dozens of beers and host festivals on its spot along the levee in Uptown.

There are taps on two floors, with outdoor seating upstairs and McClure’s Barbecue downstairs.

What you’ll drink: Seventh Ward Wheat is a summer staple. Or try one of the sour beers.

PARLEAUX BEER LAB @ParleauxBeerLab 634 Lesseps St., (504) 702-8433; www.parleauxbeerlab.com

The vibe: Beer aficionados

sit right next to the beer kettles at this new Bywater brewery built in a former garage, and there’s also seating in a courtyard. The taproom is low on frills, and the beer lineup is freewheeling.

What you’ll drink: Nitro dry-hopped Copper Ale flows nicely.

PORT ORLEANS BREWING

@portorleansbeer 4124 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 266-2332; www.portorleansbrewingco.com The vibe: A kid-friendly

tasting room (and restaurant) and dog-friendly patio show the good-neighbor approach taken by co-owner and New Orleans Saints tackle Zach Strief.

What you’ll drink: The main lineup of Riverfront Lager,

Storyville IPA and the Slack Water brown ale.

ROYAL BREWERY NEW ORLEANS

@royal_brewery 7366 Townsend Place, Building B, (504) 4158444; www.royalbrewerynola.com

The vibe: The newest en-

terprise in the local brewery scene, Royal Brewery serves craft beers for lakefront explorers Thursday through Sunday.

What you’ll drink: Now flowing: Culicidae Ale.

SECOND LINE BREWING

@SecondLineBrew 433 N. Bernadotte St., (504) 248-8979; secondlinebrewing.com The vibe: With expansive

space in the warehouse and outdoors, Second Line Brewing beckons neighborhood day drinkers and crowds of revelers.

What you’ll drink: Cease to Love bourbon barrel-aged stout in 22-ounce bombers in the beer garden.

URBAN SOUTH BREWERY

@UrbanSouthBeer 1645 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 267-4852; urbansouthbrewery.com The vibe: The brewery

converted an airy massive industrial space for familyfriendly gatherings around football, food trucks, crawfish boils and more.

inventive menus as creative as Wayward Owl’s brews draw patrons to the renovated old Gem Theater space.

What you’ll drink: Mango-passion fruit Hefeweizen brewed by the cask.

COCKTAIL BARS

Cocktails may evolve, but they never go out of style.

ARNAUD’S / FRENCH 75

@thefrench75 813 Bienville St., (504) 523-5433; www.arnaudsrestaurant. com/bars/french-75 The vibe: Chris Hannah

leads a team of white-coated bartenders in the swank, dimly-lit lounge adjoining the historic Arnaud’s Restaurant.

What you’ll drink: First-timers can’t pass up a French 75, the namesake cocktail, but try the refreshing Queen’s Park Swizzle.

BAR TONIQUE

820 N. Rampart St., (504) 324-6045; www.bartonique.com

The vibe: A U-shaped bar fills much of the space in this cozy cocktail lounge, and colorful signs list beers, premium spirits and classic cocktails (gimlet, corpse reviver, caipirinha). Patrons can page through an extensive cocktail menu, and many drinks feature housemade tinctures.

What you’ll drink: Try the daily cocktail special.

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has anchored the frozen drink selection for years, but summer options include the Push Pop (made with sweet satsuma liqueur) and Frojito (frozen mojito).

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focus on the drinks designed by award-winning mixologist Abigail Gullo.

What you’ll drink: Anything frozen, such as a Cajun Coquito.

The vibe: The French Quarter

CURE

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@latitude29_NOLA 321 N. Peters St., (504) 609-3811 oasis specializes in “lost” exotic drinks from Tiki’s heyday, recovered thanks to extensive research by proprietor and drinks authority Jeff “Beachbum” Berry.

What you’ll drink: Try classic Tiki cocktails such as a zombie or navy grog, or grab some pals and share a communal drink like the Snake versus Mongoose (recommended for four people).

BROUSSARD’S / EMPIRE BAR

819 Conti St., (504) 581-3866; www.broussards.com

The vibe: Grab a seat at the long

marble-top bar of this fine-dining establishment. Longtime bartender Paul Gustings has departed (to Tujague’s) but the drinks menu still features punches and classic drinks.

What you’ll drink: An English milk punch or a traditional New Orleans cocktail.

CAFE ADELAIDE & THE SWIZZLE STICK BAR

@CafeAdelaide 300 Poydras St., (504) 5953305; www.cafeadelaide.com

The vibe: The Swizzle Stick Bar at

Cafe Adelaide, named after one of the matriarchs of the Brennan dynasty, is housed in the Loews Hotel.

A giant block of ice is a focal point behind the bar and reminds patrons that the bar prides itself on a traditional approach to fine drinks.

What you’ll drink: The Adelaide Swizzle (spoiler alert: the “secret ingredient” is falernum syrup).

CANE & TABLE

@CaneandTable 1113 Decatur St., (504) 581-1112; www.caneandtablenola.com

The vibe: The team behind Uptown

craft cocktail pioneer Cure opened this (modestly) Caribbean-themed proto-Tiki drink enclave. There’s a map-sized menu of cocktails, and guests can enjoy them at the bar or in the back courtyard.

What you’ll drink: Order the Boss Colada (made with Baska Snaps, pineapple and lime) and see where the night takes you.

COMPERE LAPIN

@comperelapin Old No. 77 Hotel & Chandlery, 535 Tchoupitoulas St. (504) 599-2110; www.comperelapin.com The vibe: The apron-clad staff

behind the bar at Top Chef veteran Nina Compton’s Caribbean-inspired restaurant look like models, complete with great hair and intense stares. But forget the looks, and

@cureNOLA 4905 Freret St., (504) 3022357; www.curenola.com

The vibe: A generation of New

Orleanians discovered cocktails are cool at this stylish lounge, situated in a renovated firehouse (there also is patio seating).

What you’ll drink: The menu lists each signature drink’s creator. Sip on Nicholas Jarrett’s White Snake, a chilled riff on the classic stinger.

LOA

@IHHotel International House Hotel, 221 Camp St., (504) 553-9550; www.ihhotel.com/loa The vibe: Mixologist Alan Walter

presides over an elegant bar and lush lounge in the lobby of the International House Hotel. Some drinks are served with elaborate accoutrement or a story.

What you’ll drink: Wet your whistle with a Delilah, named after one of the Bible’s more seductive figures.

MARTINE’S LOUNGE

@MartinesLounge 2347 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 831-8637; www.facebook.com/martineslounge

The vibe: The still smoke-friendly

Old Metairie cocktail lounge is a former dive bar, and patrons can play darts and other games.

What you’ll drink: Fan favorites include a Dagger Old Fashioned or Voodoo Glitter, and there’s a menu of stuffed olives.

PALACE CAFE / BLACK DUCK BAR

@palacecafe 605 Canal St., (504) 523-1611; www.palacecafe.com The vibe: The headquarters of

the New Orleans Rum Society, the Black Duck Bar occupies the entire second floor of Palace Cafe. There are more than 100 rums, a rum cocktail list and a bar menu.

What you’ll drink: Rum drinks, of course, but Palace Cafe also serves a Mai Tai and a Nash Roberts (the house hurricane).

SOBOU

@SoBouNOLA W New Orleans French Quarter, 310 Chartres St., (504) 5524095; www.sobounola.com The vibe: While many Brennan

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garden or take a seat in the sleek bar space and explore the menu of original cocktails and twists on classics (A Sidecar Named Desire).

What you’ll drink: On a Sunday, marvel at burlesque performer Bella Blue while sipping on a Lady Ella, named after restaurateur Ella Brennan.

TWELVE MILE LIMIT @twelvemilelimit 500 S. Telemachus St., (504) 488-8114; www. facebook.com/twelve. mile.limit

The vibe: “Cocktail-dive”

is the term for this neighborhood spot founded by T. Cole Newton, a pioneer of the local craft cocktail scene.

The very casual bar hosts the Heatwave dance party, trivia games and politically active and sex-positive discussion forums.

What you’ll drink: If it’s your first visit, go for The Baudin (bourbon, honey, lemon). Brunch features $1 martinis.

HOTEL BARS

Check into these bars for a short stay.

ALTO

@aceneworleans Ace Hotel, 600 Carondelet St., (504) 900-1180; www.acehotel.com/neworleans/alto The vibe: Hipsters and a

young crowd convene at this Instagram-worthy rooftop bar, terrace and pool with panoramic views of New Orleans. Patrons who spend $20 at the bar get pool access. The bar closes at 9 p.m.

What you’ll drink: Frozen drinks, classic cocktails and an extensive rotating selection of draft beer.

BATCH BAR

@HyattCentricFQ Hyatt Centric New Orleans, 800 Iberville St., (504) 586-0800

The vibe: A chic, airy space

off the lobby features long wooden communal tables, industrial-style bar stools and leather booths. Windows facing the street look out onto the bustle of the French Quarter a half-block from Bourbon Street.

What you’ll drink: The cocktail list includes many barrel-infused liquors, includ-

ing pecan-infused bourbon and fig-infused rye whiskey.

CAROUSEL PIANO BAR AND LOUNGE

@hotelmonteleone Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 523-3341; www.hotelmonteleone. com/entertainment/carousel-bar The vibe: The main attrac-

tion in the historic hotel’s main bar is a 25-seat, bright, circus-themed rotating carousel bar that has been spinning for 65 years. The upscale lounge also hosts live music — generally jazz.

What you’ll drink: A Sazerac or any signature New Orleans cocktail.

CATAHOULA HOTEL

914 Union St., (504) 6032442; www.catahoulahotel.com The vibe: There’s a quaint

bar off the lobby of the boutique hotel and seating in a courtyard strung with lights — under the visage of a three-story wooden sculpture of a woman akin to the Birth of Venus.

What you’ll drink: Cocktails made with pisco (the clear, brandy-like Peruvian

spirit), such as a pisco sour or the pisco tonic, including Campari, Fever Tree tonic and grapefruit.

Hot Tin Rooftop Bar at the Ponchartrain Hotel offers views of New Orleans’ skyline.

HOT TIN ROOFTOP BAR

@Hottinbar, @ThePontchHotel Pontchartrain Hotel, 2031 St Charles Ave., (504) 323-1500; www.hottinbar.com

The vibe: This nighttime

hotspot offers an unbeatable open-air 270-degree view of downtown New Orleans, St. Charles Avenue and the Mississippi River Bridge.

Lounge on couches inside or perch on a stool on the terrace overlooking the city.

What you’ll drink:

Champagne and cocktails such as the Skyliner, featuring honeysuckle vodka, Campari, grapefruit and habanero bitters.

MAY BAILY’S PLACE @DauphineOrleans Dauphine Orleans, 415 Dauphine St., (504) 588-1314; www.dauphineorleans. com/nightlife

The vibe: Tourists and locals get a bit of history with their

drinks at this Victorian-style bar resembling a plush brothel. Portraits of prostitutes and madams of Storyville line the exposed brick walls. Don’t miss the skeleton of May Bailey sitting at the piano.

What you’ll drink: Pimm’s Cups or any classic New Orleans cocktail.

MOXY

210 O’Keefe Ave., (504) 525-6800

The vibe: Catering to a hip

younger crowd, you can’t miss the bright pink lighting and doors to the lobby bar, which offers drinks with conversation-starting names, tabletop Jenga and pink accent lighting.

What you’ll order: The “Relationship Status” is a margarita with habanero simple syrup. Cherry limeade on tap is used to make a boozy soda.

POLO LOUNGE

@windsorcourt Windsor Court, 300 Gravier St., (504) 522-1992; www.windsorcourthotel. com/polo-club-lounge The vibe: The Polo Club is

modeled after private clubs of England with rich furnishings, dark wood, intimate lighting, overstuffed leather chairs and sofas.

What you’ll drink: Upscale cocktails include a $25 specialty Sazerac, or choose from more than 600 wines.

VITASCOPE HALL

@HyattNewOrleans Hyatt New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., (504) 561-1234; www.neworleans.hyatt.regency. neworleans.com The vibe: The sleek modern

lounge and restaurant on the third floor of the hotel has a menu that stretches from

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(504) 525-5169; www. mollysatthemarket.net The vibe: A cadre of

long-serving bartenders helms the bar at this epicenter of lower Decatur life. The crowd includes a rotating cast of goths, off-duty waiters, dedicated drinkers and stray journalists; there’s also Indian food available at the kitchen nook in back.

What you’ll drink: Miller High Life, creamy frozen Irish coffee.

THE SAINT

@saintbar 961 St. Mary St., (504) 523-0050; www. thesaintneworleans.com The vibe: Even the black

wings and burgers to sushi.

What you’ll drink: Sazeracs, bloody marys and classic cocktails.

LATE-NIGHT BARS

You don’t have to go home while these places are open.

BUFFA’S BAR & RESTAURANT

@Buffasbar 1001 Esplanade Ave., (504) 949-0038; www.buffaslounge.com

The vibe: Though the front room at Buffa’s is tiny and well-worn, it’s a good place to have a quiet chat, es-

pecially on weeknights. A more spacious back room features regular live music by local musicians.

What you’ll drink: Domestic brews, cheap mimosas on weekends.

ERIN ROSE

811 Conti St., (504) 5223573; www.erinrosebar.com

The vibe: Just off Bourbon Street, a raucous crowd of regulars — mostly neighborhood and service-industry types — practically overflows out of the narrow bar. In back, Killer Poboys serves creative twists on classic sandwiches.

What you’ll drink: Guin-

ness and Harp on tap, frozen Irish coffee.

LOST LOVE LOUNGE

2529 Dauphine St., (504) 949-2009; www.lostlovelounge.com The vibe: This bar pulls off

a magic trick — it’s a trendy Marigny hangout that won’t make you feel old. There’s a long-running Tuesday-night comedy show, and the kitchen offers cheap Vietnamese food.

What you’ll drink: A Dark & Stormy or $2 Tecate on Tuesdays.

MOLLY’S AT THE MARKET

1107 Decatur St.,

walls seem to sweat at this after-hours hipster enclave, which plays up its idiosyncratic obsessions, such as weird ’70s movies on the overhead screens, heavy metal music and tiki drinks.

What you’ll drink: Something from the daily cocktails board or instantly regrettable shots.

SNAKE AND JAKE’S CHRISTMAS CLUB LOUNGE

@snakeandjakes 7612 Oak St., (504) 8612802; www.snakeandjakes.com The vibe: The all-night,

Christmas-light-festooned lounge seems to liven after 2 a.m. and is affectionately equated with bad decisions.

Drop by after a show at nearby Maple Leaf Bar and let it

be your last stop — even if you leave after sunrise.

What you’ll drink: For the love of God, at this hour you should switch to beer.

BOURBON STREET

The historic strip features all sorts of bars.

BOURBON HOUSE

@BourbonHouse 144 Bourbon St., (504) 522-0111; www.bourbonhouse.com The vibe: There’s ample

room for dining in Dickie Brennan’s refined eatery on the first block of Bourbon Street, but seats at the bar and raw seafood bar offer views out massive picture windows of the bustle on the street.

What you’ll drink: Choose from a wide selection of small-batch and aged bourbons and rye whiskies, local beers on draft and frozen bourbon milk punch.

BOURBON O

Omni Royal Orleans, 730 Bourbon St., (504) 571-4685; www.bourbono.com

The vibe: Bourbon O is

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LA CASITA TAQUERIA @eatlacasita 8400 Oak St. (504) 8269913; www.eatlacasita.com The vibe: The Carrollton

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neighborhood cantina features creative Mexican fare and margaritas and there is an expansive porch overlooking Oak Street.

What you’ll drink: A beer and shot combo featuring Tecate and El Zarco blanco silver tequila, or nonalcoholic house-made lemonade.

her spins on popular drinks, such as Moscow mule variations with rum, whiskey or gin.

COPPER MONKEY

@monkey_copper 725 Conti St., (504) 5270869; www.coppermonkeygrill.com The vibe: Tucked just off

Bourbon Street, Copper Monkey is a casual spot that serves hearty creative bar fare. It is popular with French Quarter service industry folks after the places they work close.

What you’ll drink: Hurricanes, bloody marys and regional craft beers from Abita Brewing Company and Parish Brewing Company.

MEME’S BAR & GRILL

@memeschalmette 712 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 6444992; www.memesbarandgrille.com The vibe: This fine-dining

extablishment is a go-to spot for Chalmette locals celebrating special occasions. The romantic but casual space features a dark stone bar overlooking the white-tablecloth dining room.

What you’ll drink: House specialty martinis.

LE BOOZE

Royal Sonesta, 300 Royal St., (504) 536-0300; www.sonesta.com/royalneworleans The vibe: The series of

French doors at Le Booze offer great views of a colorful block of Bourbon Street.

Grab a seat at the copper-top island bar and enjoy the crowd inside or outside.

What you’ll drink: Draft beer from regional brewers such as Abita Brewing Company, Bayou Teche Brewing and Urban South Brewery.

RED FISH GRILL

@RedFishGrill 115 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1200; www.redfishgrill.com

The vibe: Ralph Brennan’s

refined seafood house has a spacious combined bar and oyster bar, and the selections run against the current of the strip’s “Huge Ass Beers” and bucket cocktails.

What you’ll drink: Original cocktails such as the Red Fish Grill lemonade (vodka, lemonade, watermelon water, mint syrup) or the CAT 5 hurricane (Cruzan 151 and light rums, Flor de Cana gold rum, juices).

TROPICAL ISLE

435 Bourbon St., 600 Bourbon St., 610 Bour-

bon St., 721 Bourbon St., (504) 529-1702; www.tropicalisle.com

The vibe: Island hop through

this string of brightly colored, tropical-themed (there’s bamboo and palm leaf decor) bars where it’s spring break forever.

What you’ll drink: Dive into a Shark Attack cocktail or pull the pin on a signature neon green Hand Grenade (frozen or on the rocks) and blow caution to the wind.

RESTAURANT BARS

These eateries draw patrons with food and drinks.

BARU

@BaruBistroTapas 3700 Magazine St., (504) 895-2225; www.barutapas.com

The vibe: The funky Co-

lombian-inspired bistro feels intimate, though it has two floors and outdoor seating on the sidewalk and balcony.

Happy hour features a rotating $5 cocktail.

What you’ll drink: The Latin-Caribbean cuisine drives

the drink menu, which features the Mara Cuya (vodka, passion fruit and grated ginger) and a Paloma (mezcal, agave, freshsqueezed grapefruit, basil).

BASIN SEAFOOD & SPIRITS

@basinseafood 3222 Magazine St., (504) 302-7391; www. basinseafoodnola.com The vibe: A large, shiny

metal fish on the wall doesn’t let patrons forget they came here for seafood, but there’s also a long L-shaped bar and the ambience is casual and fun.

What you’ll drink: There’s an extensive craft cocktail menu that includes the Orchard St. Night Train (Plantation rum and house-made limoncello). Or down oysters with a local craft beer.

FREY SMOKED MEAT CO.

@freysmokedmeatco 4141 Bienville St., Suite 110, (504) 488-7427; www. freysmokedmeat.com The vibe: A modern, airy

barbecue joint in Mid-City draws locals to a wooden bar under several TVs for game

days. Patrons can choose from more than 45 beers, 50 whiskeys and cocktails such as Frey’s lemonade.

MERIL

Bourbon, scotch and whiskey (available in tasting flights), nonalcoholic over-thetop milkshakes.

The vibe: Emeril Lagasse’s

What you’ll drink:

EL GATO NEGRO

800 S. Peters St., (504) 309-8864; www.elgatonegro.com

The vibe: This Warehouse District cantina has a barroom where patrons can settle in and work their way through the long list of tequilas, mezcals and house margaritas.

What you’ll drink: Try a pineapple-cilantro or carrot-lime margarita.

KATIE’S RESTAURANT & BAR @KatiesInMidCity 3701 Iberville St., (504) 488-6582; www.katiesinmidcity.com The vibe: A Mid-City place

where everybody knows your name — long-time patrons’ names on small plaques are in front of bar stools.

What you’ll drink: Hap-

@merilnola 424 Girod St., (504) 5263745; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/meril fourth New Orleans restaurant draws a lively crowd to dine on globally inspired small plates, and there is a polished concrete U-shaped bar for socializing or waiting for a table.

What you’ll drink: The menu of original cocktails is all by the numbers — the No. 10 features vodka, beet juice and honey syrup.

NEW FEELINGS MARIGNY CAFE, BAR AND COURTYARD LOUNGE @feelingsmarigny 535 Franklin Ave., (504) 446-0040; www.feelingscafebar.com The vibe: Marigny locals

flock to the narrow bar and adjoining brick courtyard with a chaise lounge and bright orange rattan swings. A bygone Elvis bar theme was brought back during its reopening in spring 2016, but the decor and ambience is more funky than Graceland.

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What you’ll drink: House-made

fruit-infused vodkas, bottomless mimosas at brunch.

RALPH’S ON THE PARK @Ralphsonthepark 900 City Park Ave., (504) 488-1000; www.ralphsonthepark.com

The vibe: At happy hour, a coat-

and-tie crowd flocks to the modern barroom at Ralph Brennan’s fine-dining spot across from City Park.

What you’ll drink: Signature cocktails like an Old Fashioned, or wine by the glass from the extensive wine list.

RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE

The vibe: These sports bar restaurants keep it simple with nothing obstructing views of the many large flatscreen TVs — even guests at picnic tables outside the Uptown location can see the action through large picture windows.

What you’ll drink: Local craft beers from Abita, NOLA Brewing Company, Tin Roof Brewing Company and others; twists on classic cocktails, such as the Bayou bloody mary or the Drunken Palmer (Firefly Sweet Tea vodka and lemonade).

COOTER BROWN’S TAVERN @CooterBrowns504 509 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 866-9104; www.cooterbrowns.com The vibe: With its long rows of

tables, Cooter’s long had been a gathering spot for students from nearby universities and Riverbend neighbors to watch hometown The vibe: The original Ruth’s Chris teams from on the TVs that circle location in Mid-City attracted a the barroom. power-meeting crowd, and it seems What you’ll drink: A wide seleca similar vibe rules the bar at happy tion of craft beers on tap and in hour and at the steakhouse’s locabottles from regional (NOLA Brewtion at Harrah’s New Orleans. ing Company, Parish Brewing ComWhat you’ll drink: Classic cockpany, Bayou Teche Brewing), and tails with a New Orleans twist, American (New Belgium Brewing including the French Quarter 75 and Company, Lagunitas Brewing Comthe Gambler’s Old Fashioned, a nod pany, Evil Twin Brewing) breweries to Harrah’s. and from around the globe.

525 Fulton St., (504) 587-7099; www.ruthschris.com/restaurant-locations/new-orleans

THE STEAK KNIFE

@steakkniferestaurant 888 Harrison Ave., (504) 488-8981; www.steakkniferestaurant.com

FINN MCCOOL’S IRISH PUB @finnmccoolspub 3701 Banks St., (504) 4869080; www.finnmccools.com The vibe: This Irish pub is a Mid-

The vibe: A longtime upscale spot

for Lakeview locals and regulars who mingle at the long bar, especially on weekends. The bar opens an hour before dinner with a full menu service.

What you’ll drink: No-fuss cocktails, cognac and boozy dessert coffee drinks.

City hub for fans of European soccer leagues and international competitions, rugby and the Gaelic Games. There’s also local competition at Monday night trivia contests.

What you’ll drink: Guinness on draft, cocktails such as the Mother Ocean (rum, blue Curacao, pineapple juice).

TUJAGUE’S

SPORTSBEAT PUB & CAFE

@ tujagues_restaurant 823 Decatur St., (504) 5258676; tujaguesrestaurant.com

The vibe: Mixologist Paul Gustings

presides over the 160-year-old bar, serving Sazeracs and absinthe drips to a mix of French Quarter characters and tourists.

What you’ll drink: A Pimm’s Cup, grasshopper or French 75.

SPORTS BARS

These bars score with local sports fans.

BAYOU BURGER & SPORTS COMPANY

@bayouburger, @BBSCUptown 50s Bourbon St., (504) 5294256; 3226 Magazine St., (504) 224-6024; www.bayouburger.com

3330 Ridgelake Drive, Metairie, (504) 838-9563 The vibe: A casual spot for sports

fans to gather for big games or play darts or video poker, plus there’s a full menu of po-boys, burgers, steaks and daily specials.

What you’ll drink: Cold beer.

NEIGHBORHOOD BARS There’s a local treasure in every neighborhood.

BAR REDUX

@BarRedux 801 Poland Ave., (504) 5927083; www.barredux.com

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to funky live bands and DJs on the back patio.

What you’ll drink: Put some Red Bull in your booze, you’re going to be here late.

BOULIGNY TAVERN

3641 Magazine St., (504) 8911810; www.boulignytavern.com

The vibe: An elegant interior of dim

mounted lamps and leather-backed wooden benches make this a nice place to impress a date, while outdoor four-tops are fun for wine communion with friends.

What you’ll drink: Classic cocktails or wine by the glass. Cool down with a classy take on the daiquiri — just $5 during happy hour.

@MayorCapdeville 520 Capdeville St., (504) 3715161; www.capdevillenola.com The vibe: Whiskey and rock ’n’

roll inspire this Warehouse District gastropub, where suit-types sip martinis while bumping elbows with punk rockers slamming shots and controlling a stellar jukebox.

What you’ll drink: Capdeville’s quip “Soup of the Day: Whiskey” is no joke.

CELLO’S

3401 N. Hullen St., Metairie, (504) 456-5596; www.cellosrestaurant.com

The vibe: Young professionals and

extended families alike choose Cello’s welcoming space as the place for quick cocktails or large parties.

What you’ll drink: The bar has an eager-to-please, something-foreveryone selection.

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The vibe: A no-nonsense village

tavern in the true sense, this institution feels like an extended living room for close-knit Algiers Point neighbors hoisting pints and throwing darts.

What you’ll drink: Black and tans by day, single-malt Scotch by night.

DRY DOCK CAFE

133 Delaronde St., (504) 3618240; www.thedrydockcafe.com The vibe: A friendly port at the

foot of the ferry dock, the classic red-brick walls and old-school wooden brass-railed bar plays well as aday-drinking destination or chill burgers-and-beers spot.

What you’ll drink: Get lucky with Sex on the Levee (rum, passion fruit, club soda).

KINGPIN

1307 Lyons St., (504) 891-2373

The vibe: Though outwardly unassuming, Kingpin hits the spot as a casual neighborhood bar or latenight party spot, where locals play shuffleboard and other games.

What you’ll drink: Local brews, or whatever works best for shuffleboard competition.

What you’ll drink: The “Trust Me” option long has been a fixture on the tapas menu, and bartenders offer the same option with cocktails.

OSCAR’S LOUNGE & RESTAURANT

2027 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 831-9540; www.oscarsoldmetairie.com The vibe: Unassumingly sitting

in a row of Old Metairie storefronts, this casual bar has a a Marilyn Monroe hangup and keeps regulars coming back with burgers and good times.

What you’ll drink: Bartenders here know you, order the usual.

PAL’S LOUNGE

@PalsLounge 949 N. Rendon St. (504) 4887257; www.facebook.com/ palslounge

The vibe: See and be seen among

the convivial cast of neighborhood characters along the long, narrow entrance — or avoid eye contact while playing pinball or air-hockey, eating chili dogs or playing songs on the jukebox in the back.

What you’ll drink: PBR tall boys or the signature Gingerita.

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MARKEY’S BAR

5535 Magazine St., (504) 8993744; www.stjoesbar.com

The vibe: A 9th Ward landmark

by decorative Catholic imagery, and there’s a small outdoor bar in the small back courtyard.

What you’ll drink: Blueberry mojito.

@MarkeysBarNOLA 640 Louisa St., (504) 943-0785 www.facebook.com/markeysbarnola since an era when women weren’t allowed to patronize the establishment, Markey’s is home to colorful Bywater characters, neighborhood newcomers and sports fans from all around.

What you’ll drink: Jameson.

MID CITY YACHT CLUB

@mcycNOLA 440 S. St. Patrick St., (504) 483-2517; www.midcityyachtclub.com

The vibe: This welcoming corner

bar became an instant classic and just celebrated its 10th anniversary.

It’s known for pub grub, games and good times stretching from before noon to after midnight.

What you’ll drink: Choose from limited-run craft beers on tap.

MIMI’S IN THE MARIGNY

@MimisMarigny 2601 Royal St. (504) 872-9868; www.mimismarigny.com The vibe: Sophisticates pair wines with tapas as the setting sun turns the windows aglow. Grab a seat in the more relaxed upstairs lounge area, or belly up to the bar as action swirls around the pool table downstairs.

The vibe: The corner bar is marked

RIVERSHACK TAVERN

@TheRivershack 3449 River Road, Jefferson, (504) 834-4938; www.facebook.com/therivershacktavern The vibe: Delightfully sassy day

and night, Rivershack transforms from a beers-and-burgers afternoon hang into a foot-stomping roadhouse on weekend nights with high-energy local bands.

What you’ll drink: Ice-cold bottles of Budweiser.

RIVERSHACK TAVERN GRETNA

714 1st St., Gretna, (504) 3255530; www.facebook.com/ rivershackgretna

The vibe: Now two years old, this

bar put a funky face on vintage Gretna architecture to serve as a hip suburban niche eager for live music and wild nights on the West Bank.

What you’ll drink: Top off Sunday brunch with a white Russian.

SATURN BAR

3067 St. Claude Ave., (504) 949-7532; www.saturnbar.com

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SIDNEY’S SALOON

@SidneysSaloon 1200 St. Bernard Ave., (504) 2242672; www.sidneyssaloon.com

blues and swing music.

What you’ll drink: Craft beers

from Louisiana breweries and beyond and house cocktails such as the Bamboula punch.

BLUE NILE

@BlueNileLive 532 Frenchmen St., (504) 9482583; www.bluenilelive.com

a young, pierced and sexy set with live local music and ice cream and free comedy shows as lagniappe.

What you’ll drink: Big cups of stiff Jack and Coke.

The vibe: Downstairs at the two-story stronghold is bathed in blue light. Upstairs has a balcony view overlooking Frenchmen Street.

Catch reggae and dancehall, powerhouse funk, brass and jazz bands on both stages every night of the week.

What you’ll drink: Drink specials, beers on tap.

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The vibe: Patrons head to this ca-

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The vibe: The 7th Ward bar draws

@WitsInnNOLA 141 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1600; www.witsinn.com

sual Mid-City tavern after work and to watch sports. The kitchen serves a variety of gourment pizzas.

What you’ll drink: Abita beers, Mid-City Monsoon, Witmaker.

MUSIC SPOTS WITH BARS

Toast your favorite band from the bars at these clubs.

BAMBOULA’S

@Bamboulasnola 514 Frenchmen St., (504) 9448461; www.bamboulasnola.com The vibe: With its exposed brick

walls and tile floor, there’s charm in this music hall in the heart of the Frenchmen Street strip, and the music lineup is heavy on local jazz,

Paul Gustings serves a Sazerac at Tujague’s.

@circlebarnola 1032 St. Charles Ave., (504) 588-2616; www.circlebarneworleans.com

thread to the old Lee Circle as it becomes corporate beige, the intimate dive hosts garage rock, crate-digging DJs and folk singer-songwriters on a stageless space in front of a fireplace. Patrons also can hide in a booth and watch the streetcars.

What you’ll drink: PBR, liquor, beers on tap.

D.B.A.

@dbaneworleans 618 Frenchmen St., (504) 9423731; www.dbaneworleans.com The vibe: The cozy, dramatically

lit venue on the busy Frenchmen Street corridor offers a curiously diverse and long list of international and craft beers paired with a nightly lineup of mostly roots rock, blues, traditional jazz, brass bands and Cajun and zydeco music.

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vived changes in ownership and the neighborhood to remain a delightful dive for drunken banter and launching benders.

What you’ll drink: Hipster highballs, Miller High Life, Pabst Blue Ribbon.

What you’ll drink: Go low with frosty bottles of Miller High Life or reach high for drafts of Chimay’s Trappist “cinq cents” Tripel.

GASA GASA

@GasaGasaNOLA 4920 Freret St, (504) 338-3567; www.gasagasa.com The vibe: Intimate, art-covered

flypaper for avant-garde electronica, jazz experiments and the latest indie rock, electronic and post-punk bands you’ll hear about on year-end lists. Bathe in the youthful glow of the crowd between sets in a breezy courtyard where a food truck parks outside the gate. Happy hour starts at noon.

What you’ll drink: Red Stripe, PBR tall boys, craft beers on tap.

HOUSE OF BLUES

@HOBNOLA 225 Decatur St., (504) 3104999; www.houseofblues.com/ neworleans

The vibe: Even if you’re not there

for a performance in the main showroom, you can grab a drink inside the restaurant, but the tuckedaway Voodoo Garden courtyard combines the trademark HOB roadhouse feel with a bit of New Orleans mojo .

What you’ll drink: Beer, mojitos and specialty margaritas (watermelon and pineapple-chile).

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MAPLE LEAF BAR

@MapleLeafNOLA 8316 Oak St., (504) 8669359; www.mapleleafbar.com The vibe: Funky jazz dads

in sandals, neighborhood weirdos, fellow musicians and tourists fill the hot, sweaty dance floor for one of the city’s best weekly calendars of very local music. Yes, Rebirth Brass Band owns Tuesday nights here, but it’s also a second home to Joe Krown, George Porter Jr., Johnny Vidacovich, several dogs and boiled crawfish on many Fridays.

What you’ll drink: Liquor and local beer in plastic cups.

ONE EYED JACKS

@oejnola 615 Toulouse St., (504) 569-8361; www.oneeyedjacks.net The vibe: The French

Quarter’s stalwart glam rock ’n’ roll bar has a vaguely Twin Peaks-inspired interior complete with a shimmering red curtain, a glowing horseshoe bar in the center of the floor, and touring bands that wouldn’t be out of place in Twin Peaks’ closing credits.

What you’ll drink: Liquor, Miller High Life and PBR.

SIBERIA

@siberianNOLA 2227 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-8855; www.siberianola.com

The vibe: Black-metal hunt-

ing lodge meets Marigny late nightlife at a bar named after the last place you’d want to end up. Instead of desolation and death from exposure, there are pierogi. Weaving into a calendar of touring indie rock, punk and metal bands are local songwriters, comedians and burlesque performers. Shows start late, so grab Slavic-inspired food from Kukhnya in the back before a night under the bar’s funeral moon.

What you’ll drink: Nightly drink specials, beers on tap.

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The historic district has plenty of notable drinking establishments.

BACKSPACE BAR & KITCHEN @BackspaceNola 139 Chartres St., (504) 322-2245;

www.backspacenola.com

The vibe: Comfortable seats

and a food menu with some original items (one highlight: the roast beef and oyster sandwich) add to this literary-themed bar’s charms. A rowdier restaurant-industry crowd shows up after 10 p.m.

What you’ll drink: Moscow mules or Death in the Afternoon, a Prohibition-era cocktail featuring Champagne and absinthe.

HERMES BAR

@AntoinesNOLA 725 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines.com/ hermes-bar.html

The vibe: The bar formerly

was one of the dining rooms at 175-year-old Creole dining grande dame, Antoine’s Restaurant. Since its 2009 conversion, it provides cocktails and a short menu of Antoine’s specialties (including those famous souffle potatoes) in a less fussy setting.

What you’ll drink: Classic New Orleans cocktails, or something from the extensive wine list.

KERRY IRISH PUB 331 Decatur St., (504) 527-5954

The vibe: Patrons head to

this Irish pub to play pool and listen to nightly live music by musicians such as Lynn Drury, Kim Carson and Chip Wilson.

What you’ll drink: Irish whiskey, Guinness and Harp on tap.

NAPOLEON HOUSE

500 Chartres St., (504) 524-9752; www.napoleonhouse.com

The vibe: This bar’s rustic dining room gives way to one of the French Quarter’s more enchanting courtyards. Typical of a Ralph Brennan property, the menu is a mashup of well-executed New Orleans standards and bistro fare.

What you’ll drink: One of several house takes on a Pimm’s Cup (or try them all).

PIRATE’S ALLEY CAFE 622 Pirates Alley, (504) 524-9332; www.piratesalleycafe.com The vibe: Tucked on a side

street off Jackson Square, the bar has a slightly goofy high-seas theme and the feel of a hideaway in a high-traffic tourist area. It’s a good place to duck out of a storm for a drink — or several.

What you’ll drink: One of four types of absinthe.

TABLEAU

@TableauNOLA 616 St. Peter St., (504) 934-3463; www.tableaufrenchquarter.com

The vibe: A fraternal conjoined twin to Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre (attached at the lobby), Dickie Brennan’s three-story restaurant has bars on two levels, a wine room on top and a long balcony overlooking Jackson Square.

What you’ll drink: European wines on tap or the Black Creek Summer, a honeysuckle vodka cocktail.

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ANDREA’S RESTAURANT / CAPRI BLU

3100 19th St., Metairie (504) 834-8583; www. andreasrestaurant.com/ capri.html

The vibe: The addition of a flatscreen television throws a bit of a curve at the scene of chef Andrea Apuzzo’s venerable Italian dining establishment’s upscale piano bar, but piano music draws a crowd on weekends.

What to drink: Limoncello.

BAR FRANCES

4525 Freret St., (504) 3715043; www.barfrances.com The vibe: Mark Latter and P.J. Rosenberg opened the airy wine bar and bistro with outdoor seating on a raised section overlooking Freret Street.

What to drink: A tasting flight of rose or a cucumber spritz.

BAYOU WINE GARDEN @bayouwinegarden 315 N. Rendon St., (504) 826-2925; www.bayouwinegarden.com

The vibe: The indoor and

outdoor bars serve different selections of wine on tap, and the slate courtyard is open with neighboring Bayou Beer Garden. Patrons can build their own cheese and charcuterie plates from lists of cheeses and house-cured meats.

What you’ll drink: Wine by the glass.

THE DELACHAISE

3442 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-0858; www.thedelachaise.com

The vibe: The long, narrow

barroom gets a festive air from twinkling lights and the buzz of conversation. Grab a seat in the small fenced-in patio or at the front fishbowl windows for a view of St. Charles Avenue.

What to drink: An Austrian gruner veltliner

Urban South Brewery serves flagship and limitededition beers in its taproom.

or other wines by the glass or a beer from the wellcurated menu.

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@nolabubbles 1036 N. Rampart St., (504) 509-7644; www.nolabubbles.com

The vibe: The Champagne

bar’s interior features elegant French bistro-style chairs and a white bar top, and the weekend music sounds like a throwback ’90s playlist. The sparkling wine list ranges from inexpensive to extravagant.

What to drink: Half glasses, sparkling wine flights and bottlings not available elsewhere in the city, including Murgo Nerello Mascalese Brut from Sicily.

PATRICK’S BAR VIN @PatricksBarVin 730 Bienville St., (504) 200-3180; www. patricksbarvin.com

The vibe: Sommelier and

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Guests also can enjoy the courtyard with its Belgian Manneken Pis fountain.

What to drink: A varietal listed as “Patrick’s Best Kept Secret.”

PEARL WINE CO.

@PearlWineCo 3700 Orleans Ave., (504) 4836314; www.pearlwineco.com/ The vibe: The intimate bar is

connected to the wine and spirits store in the American Can Company building and is a gathering spot for locals near Bayou St. John and Mid-City.

What to drink: $5 wines by the glass on Wednesdays. Patrons can pick a bottle from the shop and pay a nominal corkage fee.

WINE INSTITUTE OF NEW ORLEANS OR W.I.N.O. @winoschool 610 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 324-8000; www.winoschool.com

The vibe: Old World meets new in

the wine shop with a high-tech, selfserve setup. Customers can read about different grapes and vintages and buy variable portions from an automated pouring system. There also are wine classes.

What to drink: An ounce or two of something high-end, such as a 1967 Remoissenet Chambolle Musigny.

BEER BARS

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ALINE STREET BEER GARDEN AT PRYTANIA HALL

1515 Aline St., (504) 89 1-5774; www.facebook.com/alinestreetbeergarden

The vibe: This colorful spot is dedicated to German beer (available in a stiefel, or glass boot), and there is seating at sidewalk tables and food from pop-ups.

What you’ll drink: Hard-to-find German beers.

ALE ON OAK

@AleonOak 8124 Oak St., (504) 324-6558; www.aleonoak.com The vibe: An attractive modern

design breaks with the laid-back student vibe of many spots on Oak Street, but there’s plenty of craft beers on offer and seating on the wooden deck shared with adjoining wine bar, Oak. What you’ll drink: Watermelon Gose, a sour beer from Terrapin Beer Co. in Athens, Georgia.

THE AVENUE PUB

@AvenuePubNola 1732 St. Charles Ave., (504) 5869243; www.theavenuepub.com

The vibe: Round-the-clock

hours aren’t always the sign of a business with carefully curated selections, but this two-story St. Charles Avenue bar is a wellspring of craft beers, especially from American regional breweries and Belgium imports.

What you’ll drink: Parish Brewing’s Envie 3.0 pale ale.

BLACK PENNY

@BlackPennyBar 700 N. Rampart St., (504) 304-4779

The vibe: This nicely restored historic spot on the edge of the French Quarter is a good place to explore the world of canned craft beers.

What you’ll drink: Craft beers or whiskey neat. Or both.

THE BULLDOG

@Bulldog_MidCity, @Bulldog_Uptown 3236 Magazine St., (504) 891-1516; 5135 Canal Blvd., (504) 488-4191; www.draftfreak.com

The vibe: Both Bulldogs have wide

selections of draft and bottled beers from around the globe, plus courtyard seating and a kitchen window serving pub fare.

What you’ll drink: Hammondbrewed Catahoula Common or The Kingfish, a minimum-hop cream ale from Mandeville’s Chafunkta Brewing Company.

DEUCE MCALLISTER’S OLE SAINT KITCHEN & TAP @olesaintnola 132 Royal St., (504) 309-4797; www.olesaint.com

The vibe: A wide selection of beers

on draft plus a slew of TVs tuned to big games make this a happy home for those bleeding black and gold in this venture involving former New Orleans Saints running back (and WWL Radio commentator) Deuce McAllister.

What you’ll drink: Easy-drinking light draft brews.

LAGER’S INTERNATIONAL ALE HOUSE

@Lagers_Metairie 3501 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 887-9923; www. lagersmetairie.draftfreak.com The vibe: This laid-back,

wood-paneled lodge on Metairie’s main drag offers more than 75 beers from around the world.

What you’ll drink: Flowering Citrus Ale.

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WHEN WE THINK OF WHAT CLASSIFIES AS CAJUN CUISINE , we often

think in terms of tradition: smoked andouille, catfish courtbouillon, boudin links, items smothered and stewed. Tradition and the idea of a cuisine’s authenticity don’t always leave much room for interpretation or tweaking.

That assumption is turned on its head at DTB (which stands for Down the Bayou), chef Carl Schaubhut’s new Cajun-inspired restaurant, where “down the bayou” serves as a loose roadmap for a modern kitchen with few restrictions.

Schaubhut and chef de cuisine Jacob Hammel approach dishes with creative whimsy. Modern techniques are met with an Acadian twist here and a hint of the bayou there.

Mushroom boudin balls taste and look so much like the real thing that it’s hard to believe they’re not packed with pork or organ bits. The vegetarian version is just as earthy and delicious, carrying subtle heat.

It is served with smoky mayonnaise and strips of vinegary pickled collard greens.

In a smart twist on the local dish, crab-boiled potato wedges taste as if they were dunked straight into a spicy Zatarain’s rub and get a cooling nudge from a creamy popcorn creme fraiche and pickled lemon.

A large portion of the menu falls into a shared appetizer section called “Sociables.” The restaurant features communal high tables and a bar that stretches throughout the space.

A charcuterie plate features spicy, creamy andouillle sausage pate, toasted French bread slices topped with black garlic, pickled quail eggs, Creole mustard, cucumber slices and radish spears.

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8201 Oak St., Suite 1, (504) 518-6889; www. dtbnola.com

Fried dollops of cornbread batter are served with plump nibs of goat cheese and ham hock marmalade.

Slivers of jalapeno add necessary crunch and pucker to the dish, which tastes like an odd yet successful festival food mashup.

The kitchen is skilled at delicately playing the nuances of sweet and savory against each other, and bursts of acid help balance some of the heft in fried items, of which there are many in the appetizer section. One of the best dishes, cornmeal gnocchi, is a rich, sweet, sour and spicy combination where hot sausage nibs and bits of bitter broccoli rabe are folded into pasta.

The cornmeal makes the gnocchi more chewy and substantial than versions made with potato. The dish is showered with sharp, nutty Pecorino Romano, which adds a layer of umami, while a burst of lime provides a bright finish.

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and a few dishes seemed rushed. A char-broiled oyster gratin was missing promised smokiness and needed seasoning. A hearty plate of short ribs that came perched on a bed of baked grits had dry meat.

A short selection of desserts includes an excellent banana toffee cake, where puddinglike hunks are surrounded by tiny torched meringues and sprinkled with a crumbly peanut topping.

Dining here is a fun break from tradition, and while the kitchen takes a liberal approach to interpreting dishes, the creative plates serve as a modern homage to Louisiana’s rich cuisine.

Email Helen Freund at helensfreund@gmail.com

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SMOKEHOUSE GRILL (200 Metairie Hammond Highway, 504-252-4797; www.smokehousegrillla.com), a new barbecue and grill restaurant, opened in late May on the edge of Bucktown.

Owners Brandon Herty Arnold and chef Joe Rouchon met while working at New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood Co. and decided to open their own restaurant.

An indoor smoker is used for meats on several barbecue plates — including brisket, chicken, St. Louis-style ribs and pulled pork — but there is more than smoked meats (as the giant “Not Just BBQ” sign on the building’s roof declares).

The all-American menu features classics such as spinach and artichoke dip, Cobb salad, burgers, a turkey club sandwich and several steaks. There also are Creole seafood dishes, such as a crab cake Napoleon layered with shrimp, fried green tomatoes and remoulade.

Barbecue shrimp are served over smoked Gouda grits. The menu also includes crawfish bread, fried oyster and shrimp baskets and blackened redfish topped with crawfish cream sauce.

Rouchon’s wife Mandy runs the pastry operation, and desserts include white chocolate bread pudding, a skillet chocolate chip cookie and a chocolate fudge caramel doberge cake.

The restaurant is finalizing cocktail and drink menus, and a brunch menu is in the works, Arnold says.

Smokehouse Grill is open 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday.

— HELEN FREUND

All in the family CARROLLTON MARKET AND JOSEPHINE ESTELLE have announced

specials for family-style meals this summer.

Uptown bistro Carrollton Market (8132 Hampson St., 504-252-9928; www.carrolltonmarket.com) is extending its weekend brunch service and adding a weekly family-style dinner event for summer.

Chef/owner Jason Goodenough and his team will serve a threecourse family-style dinner every Wednesday from June 28 through the end of July.

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Wednesday night,” Goodenough said in a prepared statement. “As a father of two young daughters, I know mealtime can be a hassle, but also valuable family time. We want to make that experience as enjoyable as possible.”

Menus will change weekly depending on what is in season, and the dinners ($30 for adults, $10 for kids) include an appetizer, entree, dessert and unlimited house lemonade. For $10, adults can get a bottomless glass of house wine.

The restaurant also is extending brunch hours to 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Thursday through Sunday.

Italian restaurant Josephine Estelle (Ace Hotel, 600 Carondelet St., 504-930-3070; www. josephineestelle.com) is offering a family-style special. The first Monday of every month, the restaurant serves an Italian family supper for $35 per person.

The menu changes monthly and sample dishes include squid with endive, peanut, mint salsa verde and leek vinaigrette; gnocchi a la Romana made with oxtail, short rib and gremolata; and tiramisu.

— HELEN FREUND

Summer B&B

MID-CITY’S BROWN BUTTER SOUTHERN KITCHEN & BAR (231 N.

Carrollton Ave., Suite C, 504-6093871; www.brownbutterrestaurant.com) has launched a burger and beer special. For $15, patrons can order the restaurant’s signature burger with pimiento cheese, roasted garlic aioli and pickled red onions or the brunch burger, topped with melted brie, bacon-onion jam, arugula and a fried egg, and any draught beer — and the restaurant will throw in a refill.

The special is available at the MidCity restaurant Tuesday through Friday. — HELEN FREUND

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Sterling Constant WAITER AS HE MARKS HIS 50TH YEAR working at An-

toine’s Restaurant, Sterling Constant is its longest-serving waiter. Constant began as a prep cook when he was 16. At 66, he’s the dean of the restaurant’s wait staff. He spoke with Gambit about his experiences at the restaurant.

What was it like working at Antoine’s in the 1970s?

CONSTANT: I started in the kitchen in 1967, and I was a prep cook before I started working the grill. My cousin was the chef at the time, and he got me into the kitchen. You’d have three different stocks on the stove: a fish stock, chicken stock and beef stock, so you could flavor the different dishes with whatever you needed.

I didn’t like cleaning up after people at night when they made a mess in the kitchen, so I came out (to the floor) and waited on the proprietor for a while. You had to do that for a while before they let you into the dining room.

I started as an apprentice. We used to have busboys in the back private dining rooms — that’s where I started.

When I started here, there weren’t any computers. We did everything by hand. It was all sight and memory — taking people’s orders and telling the kitchen — sometimes we didn’t even write it down.

It used to be the menu was all in French, so you had to perfectly explain everything to the guests — not too much for the locals — and break down what was in the dishes.

What changes have you observed over the years?

C: In the olden days, the waiters didn’t really help the young people. They’d show you, and then you’d have to learn by yourself.

Nowadays we come in and help the apprentices. We tell them what they need, what type of dishes and what kind of silverware you need for what. You used to have to work 10 years before you became a waiter. It took me about five years. Now, they make waiters a lot quicker.

Back then, there weren’t as many hotels in the area, or they were still

being built, and so there weren’t as many restaurants. We’d sometimes have lines out the door all the way to Royal Street. You could come to work at 5:30 and immediately turn the tables four or five times.

Some of the young people now don’t want to work as much. I work maybe 10 or 12 hours a day, and I’m cutting down to five days a week; I used to work six days a week, 14 hours a day. Years ago all the waiters worked 14 hours a day, but nowadays they’re happy with two or three days.

Nowadays, a lot more people ask for gluten-free (dishes), but at Antoine’s they have a lot of flour in the sauces if it has a butter-flour roux in it, so you have to explain to them what they can and can’t have. There are a lot more people with dietary restrictions.

What’s the key to great hospitality?

C: I learned how to read people throughout the years. You have to feel your customers out and let them get acquainted with you.

We don’t work stations here; we work from the front of the house to the back of the house, wherever the customer wants to sit. Around the holidays, everyone wants their own waiters — the (customers), they’re more like adopted family members. You know their ways and how they want it.

The main thing to remember during Mardi Gras — just give the people their drinks. If they’ve got their drinks, they’re all right. If they don’t, they start hollering at you. I know what they drink every year.

What I do with all of my customers now is just bring the Champagne and orange juice over to the table and make the mimosas myself. Then I don’t have to deal with fighting my way through all the people at the bar.

People always ask me, “Who was the most famous person you’ve ever served?” I tell them, “At the time, now, it’s always you.”

— HELEN FREUND

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for brewers and visitors alike. Some breweries have dozens of taps in their taprooms, offering greater variety than at many pubs.

Brewers also can serve limted-edition beers to gauge interest or experiment with different versions of a beer.

In Mississippi, these advantages are just becoming available. When a new law goes into effect July 1, breweries will be able to sell a small percentage of their beer on site, effectively making it easier to operate a taproom. Southern Prohibition Brewing (301 Mobile St., Hattiesburg, Miss.) will celebrate with a “We Can Sell You Beer Party” at its newly legal taproom, offering a variety of barrel-aged and specialty brews from noon to 10 p.m. Saturday.

In New Orleans, local taprooms currently are serving many smallbatch beers that can’t be found anywhere else: Urban South Brewery (1645 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-2674852; www.urbansouthbrewery. com) tapped three new beers recently: Mango IPA, Blackberry Tart and Cucumber Lime Gose.

Wayward Owl Brewing Company (3940 Thalia St., 504-827-1646; www.warwardowlbrewing.com) offers a barrel-aged version of The Grind, its oatmeal

coffee brown ale, as well as a session IPA, a double IPA and a saison named My Funky Family made with Brettanomyces yeast.

Courtyard Brewery (1020 Erato St.; www.courtyardbrewing.com) has a trio of intense IPAs on tap, each with a different hop profile. Preach! has Mosaic and Citra hops. Minimal Effort is made with Galaxy and Mosaic hops, and the newest beer, Pantopon Roze, has Citra and Nelson hops.

The Brewsiana Craft Beer and Music Festival is Aug. 19 at House of Blues. The event features more than 30 beers from more than 10 Louisiana brewers, live music and food. Visit www. houseofblues. com/neworleans for tickets and information.

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A POPULAR GRAPE FROM FRANCE’S RHONE REGION , grenache, was born in northern Spain, where it goes by its original name, garnacha. The grape is planted all over the world and is good as a stand-alone varietal and in blends. This El Terrano bottling is from Carinena, between Madrid and Barcelona. Its expression of garnacha is pure, with no hint of maritime influence. A combination of the regional growing conditions — mountains, temperature swings and dry cierzo winds — engage the aged vines to produce grapes for this impressive value-priced wine. The aromas and flavors of white pepper, strawberry, raspberry, black cherry and a hint of spice come to the forefront. Drink it with lamb, meatballs, beef stew, fowl, hard cheeses, pizza, burgers, eggplant and stuffed peppers. Buy it at: Whole Foods Markets.

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Tiki dinner 6:30 p.m. Tuesday cafe b, 2700 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 934-4700 www.cafeb.com The five-course dinner with tiki drink pairings features fried buster crabs with a sparkling rhum swizzle; shrimp and chicken yakamein with a Port Light; a bronzed Gulf fish, shrimp and water chestnut dumpling with a pina colada; sesame plum pork spare ribs with a Thibodaux Thai; and coconut mango ice cream pie with a zombie shooter. Tickets $65.

JUNE 28

Banks rum tasting 5 p.m.-7 p.m. Wednesday Palace Cafe, 605 Canal St., (504) 523-1661 www.palacecafe.com The tasting features Banks rums, including 5 Island Blend, a mix of 21 rums from six distilleries; 7 Golden Age, blended with 23 rums from seven distilleries; and aged Endeavor Limited Edition No. 1.

JULY 1

In the SoFAB Kitchen with Mignon Francois

FIVE IN 5

FIVE DISHES WITH CREOLE TOMATOES

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Congregation Coffee Roasters

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Dante’s Kitchen

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Muriel’s

240 Pelican Ave., (504) 265-0194 www.congregationcoffee.com Whole-wheat bread is topped with sliced Creole tomatoes and mayonnaise made with pickled mustard seeds, lemon zest, tarragon and Creole mustard.

736 Dante St., (504) 861-3121 www.danteskitchen.com Creole tomato salad features arugula and fresh herbs.

801 Chartres St., (504) 568-1885 www.muriels.com A special summer menu features a Creole tomato tart, Creole tomato and saffron bisque and a fried soft-shell crab with Creole tomato puttanesca.

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Press Street Station

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Willa Jean

5 Press St., (504) 249-5622 www.pressstreetstation.com The vegetable omelet includes roasted Creole tomatoes, roasted red peppers, mozzarella and Parmesan.

611 O’Keefe Ave., (504) 509-7334 www.willajean.com The spicy Creole tomato soup is served with pimiento cheese crostini.

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2 p.m.-3 p.m. Saturday Southern Food & Beverage Museum, 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-0405 www.natfab.org Former New Orleanian Mignon Francois is founder and owner of The Cupcake Collection in Nashville, Tennessee.

Francois presents a cooking demonstration, and samples are provided. Free with museum admission.

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Contact Will Coviello willc@gambitweekly.com 504.483.3106 | FAX: 866.473.7199

C O M P L E T E L I S T I N G S AT W W W. B E S T O F N E WO R L E A N S .C O M Out 2 Eat is an index of Gambit contract advertisers. Unless noted, addresses are for New Orleans. Dollar signs represent the average cost of a dinner entree: $ — under $10; $$ — $11 to $20; $$$ — $21 or more. To update information in the Out 2 Eat listings, email willc@gambitweekly.com, fax 483-3116 or call Will Coviello at 483-3106. Deadline is 10 a.m. Monday.

Tranditional Moroccan & Middle Eastern Restaurant

Daily Lunch Special Soup, Salad & Entree $13.00

Famous for our

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ervations. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Bayou Burger & Sports Company — 503 Bourbon St., (504) 529-4256; 3226 Magazine St., (504) 224-6024; www.bayouburger.com — No reservations. Bourbon Street: Lunch. dinner and late-night daily.

Magazine Street: lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Cafe Luna — 802 1/2 Nashville Ave., (504) 333-6833; www.facebook.com/ cafeluna504 — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

LA Smokehouse — 8300 Earhart Blvd., (504) 265-8905; www.lasmokehouse. com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

hand rolled Couscous & Lamb dishes

The Rivershack Tavern — 3449 River Road, (504) 834-4938; www.therivershacktavern.com — No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Caters For All Occasion s!

3030 Severn Ave Metairie 504.888.2209 casablancanola.com

Chartres House — 601 Chartres St., (504) 586-8393; www.chartreshouse. com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Treasure Island Buffet — 5050 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 443-8000; www. treasurechestcasino.com — No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

The Delachaise — 3442 St. Charles Ave., (504) 895-0858; www.thedelachaise.com — No reservations. Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

August Moon — 3635 Prytania St., (504) 899-5129; www.moonnola.com — Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Five Happiness — 3511 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 482-3935; www.fivehappiness. com — Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

katiesinmidcity.com

MON - THURS 11AM - 9PM•FRI & SAT 11AM - 10PM SUN BRUNCH 9AM - 3PM

Cafe NOMA — New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, (504) 482-1264; www.cafenoma.com — Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Fri. Credit cards. $

Ted’s Smokehouse BBQ — 3809 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 305-4393 — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

ASIAN

3701 IBERVILLE ST•504.488.6582

Cafe Maspero — 601 Decatur St., (504) 523-6520; www.cafemaspero.com — Reservations accepted for large parties.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

Mikimoto — 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 488-1881; www.mikimotosushi. com — Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily.

Delivery available. Credit cards. $$ Miyako Japanese Seafood & Steakhouse — 1403 St. Charles Ave., (504) 410-9997; www.japanesebistro.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ NOLA Super Buffet — 3900 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 360-2075 — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$ Rolls N Bowls — 605 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 309-0519; www.rollsnbowlsnola.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Tsunami — 601 Poydras St., Suite B., (504) 608-3474; www.servingsushi.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

CAFE Antoine’s Annex — 513 Royal St., (504) 525-8045; www.antoines.com — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Cafe Aquarius — 2101 Paris Road, Chalmette, (504) 510-3080 — No res-

Green to Go — 400 Poydras St., Suite 130; 2633 Napoleon Ave.; (504) 460-3160; www.greentogonola.com — No reservationas. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $ Lakeview Brew Coffee Cafe — 5606 Canal Blvd., (504) 483-7001 — No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $ New Feelings Cafe, Bar & Courtyard Lounge — 535 Franklin Ave., (504) 446-0040; www.feelingscafebar.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch Fri.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ NOLA Beans — 762 Harrison Ave., (504) 267-0783; www.nolabeans.com — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Pierre Maspero’s — 440 Chartres St., (504) 524-8990; www.originalpierremasperos.com — No reservations. Breakfast Fri.-Mon., lunch and dinner daily, latenight Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Spotted Cat Food & Spirits — New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 371-5074; www.spottedcatfoodspirits.com — Reservations recommended.

Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

COFFEE/DESSERT Angelo Brocato’s — 214 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1465; www.angelobrocatoicecream.com — No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Chez Pierre French Bakery & Cafe — 3208 Clearview Parkway, Metairie, (504) 467-3176; www.chezpierreneworleans. com — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

nola.com — No reservations. Lunch Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $$

Bayona — 430 Dauphine St., (504) 5254455; www.bayona.com — Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

DELI

Boulevard American Bistro — 4241 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 889-2301; www.boulevardbistro.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Brown Butter Southern Kitchen & Bar — 231 N. Carrollton Ave., Suite C, (504) 609-3871; www.brownbutterrestaurant. com — Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sat.Sun. Credit cards. $$ Chais Delachaise — 7708 Maple St., (504) 510-4509; www.chaisdelachaise. com — Reservations accepted. Lunch Sat.-Sun., early dinner Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Emeril’s Delmonico — 1300 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-4937; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/emerils-delmonico — Reservations recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Emeril’s Restaurant — 800 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 528-9393; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/emerils-new-orleans — Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Meril — 424 Girod St., (504) 526-3745; www.emerilsrestaurants.com/meril — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ NOLA Restaurant — 534 St. Louis St., (504) 522-6652; www.emerilsrestaurants. com/nola-restaurant — Reservations recommended. Lunch Thu.-Mon., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Rue 127 — 127 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 483-1571; www.rue127.com — Reservations recommended. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Suis Generis — 3219 Burgundy St., (504) 309-7850; www.suisgeneris.com — Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner Wed.-Sun., late-night Thu.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards accepted. $$

CREOLE Antoine’s Restaurant — 713 St. Louis St., (504) 581-4422; www.antoines.com — Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Mon-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Brennan’s New Orleans — 417 Royal St., (504) 525-9711; www.brennansneworleans.com — Reservations recommended.

Breakfast and lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ The Landing Restaurant — Crowne Plaza, 2829 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 467-5611; www.neworleansairporthotel. com — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Bagels & Bytes — 1001 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 831-7968; www.bagelsandbytes.com — No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and early dinner Mon.Sat. Credit cards. $ Breaux Mart — Citywide; www. breauxmart.com — No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Kosher Cajun New York Deli & Grocery — 3519 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-2010; www.koshercajun.com — No reservations. Lunch Sun.-Thu., dinner Mon.-Thu. Credit cards. $ Martin Wine Cellar — 714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie, (504) 896-7350; 2895 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, (985) 951-8081; 3827 Baronne St., (504) 899-7411; www.martinwine.com — No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, early dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Sammy’s Po-boys & Catering — 901 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-0916; Www.sammyspoboys.com — No reservations. Lunch Mon.-Sat., Dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Welty’s Deli — 336 Camp St., (504) 592-0223; www.weltysdeli.com — No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.Fri. Credit cards. $

INDIAN Nirvana Indian Cuisine — 4308 Magazine St., (504) 894-9797 — Reservations accepted for five or more. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine — 923-C Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-6859 — Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ Tandoori Chicken — 2916 Cleary Ave., Metairie, (504) 889-7880 — Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

ITALIAN Andrea’s Restaurant — 3100 N. 19th St., Metairie, (504) 834-8583; www. andreasrestaurant.com — Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Mosca’s — 4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, (504) 436-8950; www.moscasrestaurant. com — Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$$ Specialty Italian Bistro — 2330 Belle Chasse Hwy., Gretna, (504) 391-1090; www.specialtyitalianbistro.com — Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Vincent’s Italian Cuisine — 4411 Chastant St., Metairie, (504) 885-2984; 7839 St. Charles Ave., (504) 866-9313; www.vincentsitaliancuisine.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Palace Cafe — 605 Canal St., (504) 523-1661; www.palacecafe.com — Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$

LOUISIANA CONTEMPORARY

Roux on Orleans — Bourbon Orleans, 717 Orleans Ave., (504) 571-4604; www. bourbonorleans.com — Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

Bombay Club — Prince Conti Hotel, 830 Conti St., (504) 577-2237; www. bombayclubneworleans.com — Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Tableau — 616 St. Peter St., (504) 934-3463; www.tableaufrenchquarter. com — Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. $$$

Broussard’s — 819 Conti St., (504) 5813866; www.broussards.com — Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

Willie Mae’s Grocery & Deli — 7457 St. Charles Ave., (504) 417-5424; www.williemaesnola.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Capdeville — 520 Capdeville St., (504) 371-5161; www.capdevillenola. com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

Willie Mae’s Scotch House — 2401 St. Ann St., (504) 822-9503; www.williemaes-

Creole House Restaurant & Oyster Bar — 509 Canal St., (504) 323-2109; www.

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creolehouserestaurant.com — Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$ Criollo — Hotel Monteleone, 214 Royal St., (504) 681-4444; www.criollonola.com — Reservations recommended. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Dick & Jenny’s — 4501 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 894-9880; www.dickandjennys. com — Reservations recommended.

Dinner Wed.-Mon. Credit cards. $$$ Heritage Grill — 111 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 150, Metairie, (504) 9344900; www.heritagegrillmetairie.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$ Kingfish — 337 Chartres St., (504) 5985005; www.kingfishneworleans.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Le Bayou Restaurant — 208 Bourbon St., (504) 525-4755; www.lebayourestaurant. com — No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night Mon.-Sun. Credit cards. $

Dining casually in the French Quarter doesn’t get any finer.

OPEN EVERYDAY FROM 11AM-10PM

Ralph’s On The Park — 900 City Park Ave., (504) 488-1000; www.ralphsonthepark.com — Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ The Red Maple — 1036 Lafayette St., Gretna, (504) 367-0935; www.theredmaple.com — Reservations recommended.

Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ Restaurant R’evolution — 777 Bienville St., (504) 553-2277; www.revolutionnola. com — Reservations recommended.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

MIDDLE EASTERN Casablanca — 3030 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-2209; www.casablancanola.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner Sun.-Thu. Credit cards. $$ Jerusalem Cafe — 2132 Tulane Ave., (504) 509-7729; www.facebook.com/ cafehei — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ Pyramids Cafe — 3151 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602 — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MEXICAN El Gato Negro — 81 French Market Place, (504) 525-9752; 300 Harrison Ave., (504) 488-0107; 800 S. Peters St., (504) 309-8864; www.elgatonegronola.com — Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Juan’s Flying Burrito — 515 Baronne St., (504) 529-5825; 2018 Magazine St., (504) 486-9950; 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 569-0000; www.juansflyingburrito.com — Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ La Casita Taqueria — 8400 Oak St., (504) 826-9913; www.eatlacasita.com — Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

MUSIC AND FOOD The Columns — 3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-9308; www.thecolumns.com — Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, lunch Fri.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Thu., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Gazebo Cafe — 1018 Decatur St., (504) 525-8899; www.gazebocafenola.com — No reservations. Lunch and early dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ House of Blues — 225 Decatur St., 3104999; www.hob.com/neworleans — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

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July 22-23  Big Easy Rollergirls July 27  Yo Gotti & Meek Mill: Against All Odds Tour July 29  The Blind Sensation of Comedy with Blowfish Jacobs August 6  Bryson Tiller August 11  R. Kelly August 12  Big Easy Rollergirls August 23  Lost 80’s Live Tour September 26  Arcade Fire November 4-5  PAW Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure Step into Spotlights with us prior to the event and enjoy our exclusive lounge with private entry, complimentary premium bar and light hors d'oeurves. Tickets for Spotlights can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com or at the Box Office.

Tickets can be purchased at www.ticketmaster.com, Lakefront Arena Box Office, or charge by phone at 800-745-3000.

G’s Pizza — 4840 Bienville St., (504) 4836464; www.gspizzas.com — No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $

NEIGHBORHOOD

Louisiana Pizza Kitchen — 95 French Market Place, (504) 522-9500; www. lpkfrenchquarter.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

biscuits & buns on banks — 4337 Banks St., (504) 273-4600; www.biscuitsandbunsonbanks.com — Delivery available Tuesday to Friday. No reservations. Brunch and lunch daily. Credit cards. $$ Cafe B — 2700 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 934-4700; www.cafeb.com — Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Chef Ron’s Gumbo Stop — 2309 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 835-2022; www. gumbostop.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Joey K’s — 3001 Magazine St., (504) 8910997; www.joeyksrestaurant.com — Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Katie’s Restaurant — 3701 Iberville St., (504) 488-6582; www.katiesinmidcity.com — No reservations. Lunch daily, Dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ Koz’s — 515 Harrison Ave., (504) 484-0841; 6215 Wilson St., Harahan, (504) 737-3933; www.kozcooks.com — No reservations.

Hours vary by location. Credit cards. $ R&O’s Restaurant — 216 Metairie-Hammond Highway, Metairie, (504) 831-1248; www.rnosrestarurant.com — Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

PIZZA G’s Kitchen Spot — Balcony Bar, 3201 Magazine St., (504) 891-9226; www. gskitchenspot.com — No reservations.

Lunch Fri.-Sun., dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards.$

Marks Twain’s Pizza Landing — 2035 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-8032; www. marktwainpizza.com — No reservations.

Lunch Tue.-Sat., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ Mid City Pizza — 4400 Banks St., (504) 483-8609; www.midcitypizza.com — Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $ Slice Pizzeria — 1513 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-7437; 5538 Magazine St., (504) 897-4800; www.slicepizzeria.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $ Theo’s Neighborhood Pizza — 4218 Magazine St., (504) 894-8554; 4024 Canal St., (504) 302-1133; www.theospizza.com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $ Wit’s Inn — 141 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1600; www.witsinn.com — Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

SANDWICHES & PO-BOYS Killer Poboys — 219 Dauphine St., (504) 462-2731; 811 Conti St., (504) 252-6745; www.killerpoboys.com — No reservations.

Hours vary by location. Cash only at Conti Street location. $ Magazine Po-boy Shop — 2368

Magazine St., (504) 522-3107 — No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

Short Stop Po-Boys — 119 Transcontinental Drive, Metairie, (504) 885-4572; www. shortstoppoboysno.com — No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat., early dinner Mon.-Thu., dinner Fri.-Sat. Credit cards and checks. $

SEAFOOD Basin Seafood & Spirits — 3222 Magazine St., (504) 302-7391; www.basinseafoodnola. com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Bourbon House — 144 Bourbon St., (504) 522-0111; www.bourbonhouse.com — Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

OUT TO EAT Red Fish Grill — 115 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1200; www.redfishgrill.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ Restaurant des Familles — 7163 Barataria Blvd., Marrero, (504) 689-7834; www. desfamilles.com — Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ Royal House Oyster Bar — 441 Royal St., (504) 528-2601; www.royalhouserestaurant.com — No reservations. Breakfast Sat.-Sun., lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

STEAKHOUSE

Heads & Tails Seafood & Oyster Bar — 1820 Dickory Ave., Suite A, Harahan, (504) 533-9515; www.headsandtailsrestaurant. com — No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

Austin’s Seafood and Steakhouse — 5101 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-5533; www.austinsno.com — Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

Mr. Ed’s Oyster Bar & Fish House — 301 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 872-9975; 512 Bienville St., (504) 309-4848; 1327 St. Charles Ave., (504) 267-0169; 3117 21st Street, Metairie (504) 833-6310; www.mredsrestaurants.com — Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

Dickie Brennan’s Steakhouse — 716 Iberville St., (504) 522-2467; www. dickiebrennansrestaurant.com — Reservations recommended. Dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$$

Mr. Ed’s Seafood & Italian Restaurant — 910 West Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 463-3030; 1001 Live Oak St., Metairie, (504) 838-0022; www.mredsno.com — Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ Pier 424 Seafood Market — 424 Bourbon St., (504) 309-1574; www.pier424seafoodmarket.com — No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $$$

The Steak Knife Restaurant & Bar — 888 Harrison Ave., (504) 488-8981; www.steakkniferestaurant.com — Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

TAPAS/SPANISH Vega Tapas Cafe — 2051 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-2007; www.vegatapascafe.com — Reservations accepted.

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The Market Cafe — 1000 Decatur St., (504) 527-5000; www.marketcafenola.com — No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

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Mary J. Blige 10:15 p.m., Mainstage Inarguably titled the “queen of hiphop soul” with landmark albums What’s the 411? and My Life, the distinction undermines her success beyond the genre, with a career spanning 13 studio albums and acclaimed film and TV appearances.

Her latest album is 2017’s Strength of a Woman, on which she embraces a personal purging with her take on slow jams.

Sunday, July 1 Solange 7:30 p.m., Mainstage The New Orleans resident enlisted local musicians to join her live band following the release of A Seat at the Table, including Jeremy Phipps and Khris Royal appearing alongside the singer on her acclaimed Saturday Night Live performance.

Sir the Baptist 7:40 p.m., Hot Right Now Superlounge 2017’s Saint or Sinner immediately transports you to the here and now on church-like opener “Prayers on a Picket Sign”: “I hear Trump treating everyone like black folks / Welcome to the march, with police horses and gas smoke.” What follows are ecstatic hymns, gospel-sized rap and a preacher with a message of love in Sir the Baptist’s view of a damned world.

BJ the Chicago Kid 7:45 p.m., Essence Superlounge BJ the Chicago Kid’s meditative neosoul meets powerhouse MCs Chance the Rapper, Kendrick Lamar and Big K.R.I.T. on BJ’s 2016 major-label debut In My Mind.

Master P feat. Mystikal, Silkk and Mia X 9:30 p.m., Mainstage Master P presides over a No Limit Records reunion, bringing together some of the legendary label’s biggest names from its heyday.

Chance the Rapper 11:20 p.m., Mainstage After releasing one of the greatest rap albums of the decade, 2016’s jubilant Coloring Book, Chance the Rapper secured Best Rap Album at the 2017 Grammy Awards, the first self-released, streaming-only album ever to win a Grammy.

Essence conferences June 30-July 2 Ernest N. Morial Convention Center 10 a.m-6 p.m Friday-Sunday Free admission www.essence.com/festival/ experiences Essence hosts several celebrity guest speakers at its Path to Power conference, Essence Empowerment seminars and Beauty and Style expo.

All are free with online registration.

Here are a few schedule highlights.

Friday “Strength of a Woman”: Mary J Blige, Niecy Nash and others join a discussion moderated by Tamron Hall Empowerment Stage 4:25 p.m.-5:15 p.m.

Saturday Mayors Panel: Mitch Landrieu, Sharon Broome of Baton Rouge and Catherine E. Push of Baltimore speak Empowerment Stage 12:05 p.m.-12:35 p.m.

Michael Eric Dyson: Keynote address Empowerment Stage 1:40 p.m.-2 p.m.

Iyanla Vanzant: Keynote address Empowerment Stage 4:25 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

Saturday “Songversation”: India.Arie Empowerment Stage 11:35 p.m.-11:55 p.m.

Essence Festival Schedule Mercedes-Benz Superdome Friday, June 30 Mainstage 6:50 p.m. Rhonda Ross 7:40 p.m. Afrika Mamas 8 p.m. Junior 8:15 p.m. India.Arie 9:20 p.m. John Legend 10:40 p.m. Diana Ross

Essence Superlounge 7:30 p.m. Emily Estefan 8:35 p.m. PJ Morton 9:45 p.m. Doug E. Fresh For the Love of R&B Superlounge 7:30 p.m. Coline Creuzot 8:05 p.m. MC Lyte 9:10 p.m. Kelly Price

Saturday, July 1 Mainstage 6:50 p.m. Ari Lennox 7:30 p.m. Monica 8:20 p.m. Jazmine Sullivan 9:10 p.m. Jill Scott 10:15 p.m. Mary J. Blige 11:30 p.m. Chaka Khan Hot Right Now Superlounge 7:30 p.m. Miche’le 8:55 p.m. Teyana Taylor Now Playing Superlounge 8 p.m. Lizzo 9:15 p.m. Jhene Aiko Essence Superlounge 7:40 p.m. PJ 8:50 Remy Ma For the Love of R&B Superlounge 7:50 p.m. The Jones Girls featuring Shirley Jones 9 p.m. Lalah Hathaway

Sunday, July 2 Mainstage 6:50 p.m. Ithwasa Lekhansela 7:30 p.m. Solange 8:20 p.m. Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue 9:30 p.m. Master P featuring Mystikal, Silkk and Mia X 11:20 p.m. Chance the Rapper Hot Right Now Superlounge 7:40 p.m. Sir the Baptist 8:35 p.m. June’s Diary 9:45 p.m. Elle Varner Now Playing Superlounge 7:35 p.m. Mayah Dyson 8:20 p.m. Daley 9:25 p.m. Shaggy

Hot Right Now Superlounge 7:20 p.m. Moses Sumney 8:30 p.m. Gallant 9:45 p.m. Goldlink

Essence Superlounge 7:45 p.m. BJ the Chicago Kid 9 p.m. Xscape

Now Playing Superlounge 7:25 p.m. Yuna 8:30 p.m. Ro James 9:40 p.m. Heels Over Head 10:40 p.m. Afrosoul

For the Love of R&B Superlounge 7:30 p.m. Chloe X Halle 8:15 p.m. Tweet 9:40 p.m. Leela James

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The singer is among a new wave of contemporary R&B artists cutting through narcotic beats and hazy keyboard washes with nearwhispered, meandering vocal lines delivering vulnerable, melancholic takes on emotional crises. Aiko repeats the success of unavoidable megahits like “The Worst” on her latest single “Hello Ego.”

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TUESDAY 27 21st Amendment — 30 x 90 Blues Women, 7:30 Bamboula’s — Joe Goldberg Trio, 3; Dana & the Boneshakers, 6:30; Johnny J & the Hitmen, 10 Blue Nile — Marigny Street Brass, 9 BMC — Jersey Slim, 5; Dapper Dandies, 8 Bourbon O Bar — Marty Peters Jazz Band, 8 Cafe Negril — 4 Sidemen of the Apocalypse, 6 Check Point Charlie — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 7 Chickie Wah Wah — Chip Wilson, 5:30 Circle Bar — Carl LeBlanc, 6; Mikiko Matsumura, 9:30 Columns Hotel — John Rankin & Friends, 8 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 d.b.a. — DinosAurchestra, 7; Treme Brass Band, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Tom Hook & Wendell Brunious, 9 House of Blues (Restaurant & Bar) — Michael Liuzza, 6 Jazz National Historical Park — Richard “Piano” Scott, noon The Jazz Playhouse — Shannon Powell, 8 Kerry Irish Pub — Jason Bishop, 8:30 Little Gem Saloon — Charlie Miller, 7 Mag’s 940 — All-Star Covered Dish Country Jamboree, 9 The Maison — New Orleans Swinging Gypsies, 4; Gregory Agid Quartet, 6:30 Maple Leaf Bar — Rebirth Brass Band, 10:30 Old U.S. Mint — Down on Their Luck Orchestra, 2 Preservation Hall — Preservation AllStars feat. Charlie Gabriel, 8, 9 & 10 Prime Example Jazz Club — Sidemen+1, 8 & 10 Ray’s — Bobby Love & Friends, 7 RF’s Dining Music Cocktails — Vincent Marini, 4; Lucas Davenport, 7 Saenger Theatre — Boston, 8 Siberia — Blato Zlato, 9 SideBar — Skin & Bone feat. Simon Lott & Mark McGrain, 8:30 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Phil DeGruy, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat Food & Spirits — Dave Geare, 3; Geovane Santos, 6 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Andy Forest, 2; Meschiya Lake & the Little Big Horns, 6; Smoking Time Jazz Club, 10

WEDNESDAY 28 21st Amendment — Royal Street Windin’ Boys feat. Jenavieve Cook, 8

Bamboula’s — Bamboula’s Hot Trio feat. Giselle Anguizola, 2; Gentilly Stompers, 6:30 Banks Street Bar — Major Bacon, 10 Blue Nile — New Orleans Rhythm Devils, 8 Blue Nile Balcony Room — Wahala Boys, 11 BMC — Joy Owens Band, 5; Sierra Leone, 8; Jazmarae, 11 Bourbon O Bar — Shynola Jazz Band, 8 Cafe Negril — Maid of Orleans, 6; Another Day in Paradise, 9:30 Check Point Charlie — T-Bone Stone & the Happy Monsters, 7; Jones, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Lilli Lewis, 5:30; Tom McDermott & Friends, 8; The Mike Doussan Band, 10:30 Circle Bar — The Iguanas, 7; Phil the Tremolo King & the New Orleans Electric Ensemble, Of the Goldmine, 10 Columns Hotel — Andy Rogers, 8 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 5:30 d.b.a. — Tin Men, 7; Walter “Wolfman” Washington & the Roadmasters, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — The George French Trio, 9:30 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Reggae Night with DJ T-Roy, Bayou International Sound, 10 House of Blues (Restaurant & Bar) — Cary Hudson, 6 House of Blues (The Parish) — Jet Lounge, 11 The Jazz Playhouse — Glen David Andrews, 8 Kerry Irish Pub — Paintbox feat. Dave James & Tim Robertson, 8:30 Little Gem Saloon — Reid Poole Duo, 7 The Maison — New Orleans Jazz Vipers, 6:30 Maple Leaf Bar — Organized Crime, 10 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Jonathan Tankel, Michael Liuzza, 9 Preservation Hall — Preservation AllStars feat. Charlie Gabriel, 8, 9 & 10 Prime Example Jazz Club — Jesse McBride & the Next Generation, 8 & 10 Rare Form — Nervous Duane, 1; Matt Galloway, 9 RF’s Dining Music Cocktails — David Bach, 4; Tony Seville & the Cadillacs, 7 Siberia — Kill, Peucharist, Vile Descration, Abysmal Lord, 9 SideBar — Carl LeBlanc & Jonathan Freilich, 8:30 Spotted Cat Food & Spirits — Bart Ramsey, 3; Up Up We Go, 6 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Chris Christy’s Band, 2; Shotgun Jazz Band, 6; Antoine Diel & the Misfit Power, 10

MUSIC 21st Amendment — G & the Swinging Three, 5:30 Ace Hotel, 3 Keys — Soundbytes feat. PJ Morton, 9 Bamboula’s — Gentilly Stompers, 6:30; City of Trees, 10 Banks Street Bar — Push Push, Rathbone, Raspy, 8 Bar Mon Cher — Bats in the Belfry with DJ Mange, 9 Bar Redux — JD Hill & the Jammers, 8 The Bayou Bar — Philip Melancon, 8 Blue Nile — Micah McKee & Little Maker, 7; Bayou International Reggae Night feat.

Higher Heights and DJ T-Roy, 11 BMC — Mike Darby & House of Sheiks, 5; Maid of Orleans, 8; Groovement, 11 Bourbon O Bar — The Luneta Jazz Band, 8 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Gumbo Cabaret, 5; Doyle Cooper Trio, 8 Bullet’s Sports Bar — Kermit Ruffins, 6 Cafe Negril — Revival, 6; Soul Project, 9:30 Casa Borrega — Descarga Latina feat.

Fredy Omar, 7 Check Point Charlie — The King Snakes, 7; Soul Spider, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Phil DeGruy, 6; John “Papa” Gros Band, 8 Circle Bar — Natalie Mae & Gina Leslie, 7; Neat, Killer Dale, Rad Wagon, Feudal Blue, 9:30 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 5:30 d.b.a. — Little Freddie King, 10 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Jason Bishop’s American Jam, 7 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — The Jenna McSwain Trio, 9:30 Gasa Gasa — Jesse Tripp & the Nightbreed, Penguins with Knives, Hitchhiker, 9 Hi-Ho Lounge — Henry & the Invisibles, Noisewater, 9 House of Blues (Restaurant & Bar) — Jake Landry, 6 The Jazz Playhouse — Ashlin Parker Trio, 5; The James Rivers Movement, 8 Kerry Irish Pub — Chip Wilson, 8:30 Little Gem Saloon — Mason Ruffner Band, 7 The Maison — The Good for Nothin’ Band, 4; Dysfunktional Bone, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — The Trio feat. Johnny Vidacovich, 11 Marigny Brasserie & Bar — Jamey St. Pierre & Dave Freeson, 7 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Ferdinand, Jamie Bernstein, Dave Easley, 8 Ogden Museum of Southern Art — Andrew Duhon, 6 Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7:30 Old Point Bar — Gregg & James Martinez, 9 Pour House Saloon — Dave Ferrato, 8:30 Preservation Hall — Preservation Legacy Band feat. Gregg Stafford, 6 Prime Example Jazz Club — Ed Anderson Quintet, 8 & 10 Rare Form — Voodoo Wagon, 5 PAGE 54

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RF’s Dining Music Cocktails — Monty Banks, 5 Siberia — The Dwarves, Richie Ramone, The Pallbearers, Die Rotzz, 10 SideBar — Jonathan Freilich & Nobu Uzaki, 8:30 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Brent Rose Sextet, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat Food & Spirits — Davis Rogan, 3; Tom Witek Band, 6 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Sarah McCoy, 4; Miss Sophie Lee, 6; Jumbo Shrimp, 10 Treo — The St. Claude Serenaders, 6:30 Vaso — Bobby Love & Friends, 5 Vaughan’s Lounge — Corey Henry & the Treme Funktet, 10 Windsor Court Hotel (Cocktail Bar) — Sam Kuslan, 5

FRIDAY 30 21st Amendment — Shake It Break It Band, 2:30; Antoine Diel & the Misfit Power, 9:30 411 S. Rampart St. — Morton Records Day Party feat. Denisia, 3D Na’Tee, DJ G-Cue, 1 Ashe Power House — Maafa feat. La Mora, Oyu Oro, Bill Summers, Alexey Marti, 7 Bamboula’s — Chance Bushman’s Rhythm Stompers, 1; Smoky Greenwell, 5:30; Caesar Brothers, 10 Bar Redux — Matt Babineaux & the TBDs, 9 The Bayou Bar — Philip Melancon, 8 Blue Nile — Caesar Brothers Funk Box, 7; Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 11 Blue Nile Balcony Room — Kettle Black, 10; DJ Black Pearl, 1 a.m.

BMC — Terra Terra, 3; Soul Company, 8; Mainline, 11; Groovement, 1 a.m.

Bourbon O Bar — The Doyle Cooper Jazz Band, 8 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Jerry Jumonville, 6; Sherman Bernard & the Ole Man River Band, 9 Bullet’s Sports Bar — The Pinettes Brass Band, 6 Caddyshack Bar & Grill — Katie’s Jukebox, 8 Cafe Negril — Dana Abbott Band, 6:30; Higher Heights, 10 Casa Borrega — Javier Gutierrez & Josh Reppel, 7 Check Point Charlie — Domenic, 4; Captain Buckles, 7; Sweet Familiar, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Michael Pearce, 6; The Set Up Kings, 8; Black Lilies, 9 Circle Bar — Rik Slave’s Country Persuasion, 6; Alligator Chomp Chomp with DJs Pasta, Matty and Mitch, 9:30 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 9 d.b.a. — Tuba Skinny, 6; Walter “Wolfman” Washington & the Roadmasters, 10 DMac’s Bar & Grill — Dave Ferrato & Stan Cuquet, 8 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Tom Fitzpatrick & Turning Point, 10 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Loose Marbles, 7; The Tipping Point with DJ RQ Away, 10 Dragon’s Den (upstairs) — Buena Vista Social Latin Dance Party, 10

Gasa Gasa — Khris Royal & Dark Matter (Prince tribute), 10 Hi-Ho Lounge — Relapse: ’80s, ’90s, ’00s with DJ Matt Scott, 10 House of Blues (Restaurant & Bar) — Ron Hotstream, noon; Marcos & Crescent Citizen, 3 House of Blues (The Parish) — Summer League, 11:30 The Jazz Playhouse — Joe Krown, 4; The Nayo Jones Experience, 7 Kerry Irish Pub — Jason Bishop, 5; Hurricane Refugees, 9 Le Bon Temps Roule — Joe Krown, 7 Mahogany Jazz Hall — The Key Sound, 9 The Maison — Shotgun Jazz Band, 7 Maple Leaf Bar — Tab Benoit’s The Fuzz (The Police tribute), 11 Mercedes-Benz Superdome — Essence Music Festival feat. Diana Ross, John Legend, India.Arie, 7 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Daniel Black, Richard Bienvenu, Brian King, Will Hemmings, Russ Ross, 7 Oak — Jon Roniger, 9 Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7:30 Old Point Bar — Rick Trolsen, 5; Truman Holland & the Back Porch Review, 9:30 Preservation Hall — The Preservation Brass feat. Daniel “Weenie” Farrow, 7, 8 & 9 Rare Form — Nervous Duane, 2; Justin Donovan, 6 RF’s Dining Music Cocktails — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 6; James Martin Band, 9 Siberia — Shanook, Greenleaf, Chopslee, Pockets McCoy, Spookerino, Lucy, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ellis Marsalis Quartet, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat Food & Spirits — Monty Banks, 3; Russell Welch’s Mississippi Gipsy Jazz, 6 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Andy Forest, 2; Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, 6; Cottonmouth Kings, 10 Tipitina’s — Maggie Koerner, Travers Geoffray, Cha Wa, 10 Twist of Lime — Green Gasoline, Filth, Out of Reach, 10 Vaso — Bobby Love & Friends, 3 Windsor Court Hotel (Cocktail Bar) — Mark Monistere, 5

SATURDAY 1 21st Amendment — Big Joe Kennedy, 2:30; Juju Child, 6; The Ibervillianaires, 9:30 Bamboula’s — G & the Swinging Three, 2:30; Johnny Mastro, 7; City of Trees, 11:30 Bar Mon Cher — Barbarella Blue, 8:30 Bar Redux — De Lune Deluge, Ghost Coast, 9 The Bayou Bar — Philip Melancon, 8 Blue Nile — Washboard Chaz Blues Trio, 7; Soul Rebels, 10 Blue Nile Balcony Room — Ambush Reggae Band, 10; DJ Black Pearl, 1 a.m.

BMC — The Jazzmen, 3; Willie Lockett, 5; Sierra Leone Band, 8; Jason Neville Band, 11 Bourbon O Bar — Kala Bazaar Swing Society, 8 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Rebecca Zoe Leigh, 6; Gentilly Stompers, 9

MUSIC

Silencio performs the soundtracks of David Lynch

NOW THAT EVERYONE IS TWIN PEAKING again — thanks to Showtime’s blessed resurrection of the most bizarrely entrancing and hilariously subversive series ever to haunt • July 2 primetime network television — the • 9 p.m. Sunday cosmic connections between David Lynch’s so-odd-it’s-normal body of • One Eyed Jacks, 615 Toulouse St. work and this tribute performance of • (504) 569-8361 Angelo Badalamenti’s note-for-note soundtracks are ripe for syndication.

• www.oneeyedjacks.net The show time — 9 p.m. Sunday — should be familiar to fans. Named after the dreamt-up club in the film Mulholland Drive (which turned into a real one in Paris), the band — Silencio, a dreamt-up New York City act that turned into a real one in 2012, existing only to interpret and spinoff Lynch and Badalamenti’s auditory spells — will turn One Eyed Jacks into …

One-Eyed Jacks, the conspicuously blood-red, across-the-border bordello from Twin Peaks (zero set dressing required). The set list will feature a heavy dose of the molasses-drowned, inverted-sugar synth creepers “Twin Peaks Theme” and “Laura Palmer’s Theme” — flats have never sounded sharper — and perhaps also the sublimely Lynchian extremes Blue Velvet (rated a hard R for extreme sex and violence) and The Straight Story (an easy G for interstate road trip by tractor). (The score for 1984 atomic bomb Dune belongs largely to Toto, so cross your fingers there.) At the very least, Diane, let there be damn fine coffee and slices of cherry pie all around.

Bionica opens. Tickets $10 in advance, $12 day of show. — NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS

Cafe Negril — Jamie Lynn Vessels, 4; Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreepers, 7 Carver Theater — Essence of the Soul Fest feat. Casme, Earnest Pugh, Briana Babineaux, 2 Casa Borrega — Papo Guevara & Son Mandao, 7 Check Point Charlie — Blues Boy George, 7; The Ubaka Brothers, 11 Chickie Wah Wah — Alejandro Escovedo Band feat. Pat Puckett, 8 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 9 d.b.a. — DinosAurchestra, 7; Cyril Neville’s Swamp Funk, 11 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Tom Fitzpatrick & Turning Point, 10 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Kaya Nicole Band, 7 House of Blues — Grits & Biscuits, 10 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Granny’s 7th Boy (album release), 9 The Maison — Chance Bushman & the Ibervillianaires, 1; Smoking Time Jazz Club, 7 Maple Leaf Bar — Phil Breen’s Mutiny Squad, 11

Marigny Brasserie & Bar — The Key Sound, 4 Mercedes-Benz Superdome — Essence Music Festival feat. Mary J. Blige, Jill Scott, 7 Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7:30 Old Point Bar — Maid of Orleans, 9:30 Poor Boys — Technophobia, Caffetine, DJ Sea Wolff, Free-U, 9 Preservation Hall — Preservation All-Stars feat. Shannon Powell, 7, 8 & 9; Yung Vul, 11 Rare Form — Will Dickerson Band, 1; Justin Donovan, 6; Steve Mignano, 10 RF’s Dining Music Cocktails — Lucas Davenport, 6; Hyperphlyy, 10 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Karma, Donovan Keith & the Funky Feat, 8:30 Siberia — ANTiSEEN, Donkey Puncher, Liquor & Lies, 10 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Donald Harrison Jr. Quintet, 8 & 10 Southport Hall — Overtone, Cain Resurrection, Akadia, 8 Spotted Cat Food & Spirits — Up Up We Go, 6 The Spotted Cat Music Club — Monty Banks, noon; Panorama Jazz Band, 6 PAGE 56

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St. Tammany Parish Library, Folsom Branch — Bruce Daigrepont, 1 Three Muses — Chris Christy, 5; Antoine Diel, 6; Shotgun Jazz Band, 9 Tipitina’s — Big Freedia, Tank & the Bangas, Alfred Banks, CoolNasty, 10 Twist of Lime — Flesh Parade, The Void, Gristnam, Arbre Morte, 10 Windsor Court Hotel (Cocktail Bar) — Sam Kuslan, 5

SUNDAY 2 21st Amendment — Christopher Johnson Quartet, 8 Bamboula’s — Catie Rogers, 1; Messy Cookers, 5:30; Ed Wills & Blues 4 Sale, 9 Bar Redux — Alex Bosworth, Diako Diakoff, 9 Blue Nile — Mykia Jovan, 7; Street Legends Brass Band, 11 BMC — Bayou Wind, 3; Ruth Marie’s Jazz After Dark, 7; Mignano, 10 Bourbon O Bar — G & the Swinging Three, 8 Buffa’s Bar & Restaurant — Jasmine Bariste, 4; Steve Pistorius, Orange Kellin, James Evans, Benny Amon, 7 Bullet’s Sports Bar — Big Frank & Lil Frank, 6 Cafe Negril — Ecirb Muller’s Twisted Dixie, 6; John Lisi, 9:30 Chickie Wah Wah — Meschiya Lake & the Little Big Horns, 8 Circle Bar — Micah McKee & Friends, Blind Texas Marlin, 6; Country Night with DJ Pasta, 9:30 Crescent City Brewhouse — New Orleans Streetbeat, 6 d.b.a. — Palmetto Bug Stompers, 6 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Carl LeBlanc, 9 Dragon’s Den (downstairs) — Anuraag Pendyal, Dignity Reve, 7 Dragon’s Den (upstairs) — Church with Unicorn Fukr, 10 Hi-Ho Lounge — A. Levy & Friends, 10 House of Blues (Restaurant & Bar) — Jason Bishop, 6 Howlin’ Wolf — International Flag Party (Caribbean-African dance party), 11:30 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Grace Askew, 9 The Jazz Playhouse — Dwight Fitch, 8 The Jefferson Orleans North — Cindy Van Duyne, The Pat Barberot Orchestra, 7 The Maison — Higher Heights, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — Joe Krown Trio feat.

Walter “Wolfman” Washington, Russell Batiste Jr., 10 Mercedes-Benz Superdome — Essence Music Festival feat. Chance the Rapper, Master P, Mystikal, Solange, 7 Old Opera House — Chicken on the Bone, 7:30 Old Point Bar — Gregg & James Martinez, 3:30; Jean Marie Harris, 7 One Eyed Jacks — Silencio (David Lynch soundtracks tribute), Bionica, 8 Preservation Hall — Preservation AllStars feat. Wendell Brunious, 7, 8 & 9 RF’s Dining Music Cocktails — Will Kennedy, 4; Tony Seville & the Cadillacs, 7 Rock ’n’ Bowl — Bruce Daigrepont, 5:30 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Quiana Lynell, 8 & 10

The Spotted Cat Music Club — Kristina Morales & the Inner Wild, 6; Pat Casey & the New Sound, 10 Three Muses — Raphael et Pascal, 5; Linnzi Zaorski, 8 Trinity Episcopal Church — Patriotic Music Fest feat. Marine Corps Concert Band, Ellis Marsalis, Delfeayo Marsalis & Uptown Jazz Orchestra, 3

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OPENING THIS WEEKEND Baby Driver (R) — A getaway driver with an earbud addiction goes for one last score. Elmwood, West Bank, Broad, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place The Beguiled (R) — A clan of Civil War-era women seek revenge in Sofia Coppola’s latest. Prytania Despicable Me 3 (PG) — The franchise’s third installment features the voice of Trey Parker (South Park). Clearview, Elmwood, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Handsome Devil — At an Irish boarding school, a teen and his closeted roommate form an unlikely bond. Zeitgeist The House (R) — Saturday Night Live alums Will Ferrell and Amy Poehler run a speakeasy casino. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Slidell, Canal Place Radio Dreams — An Iranian radio manager in San Francisco tries to arrange a concert featuring Metallica and an Afghani rock band. Zeitgeist

NOW SHOWING 47 Meters Down (PG-13) — Sisters plunge into shark-infested waters. Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal All Eyez on Me (R) — Demetrius Shipp stars as (questionably?) dead rap icon Tupac Shakur. Elmwood, West Bank, Broad, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Band Aid — A tres hip couple starts a band to save their marriage. Broad Beatriz at Dinner (R) — A massage therapist (Salma Hayek) and a smug rich guy (John Lithgow) tangle at a dinner party. Elmwood, Canal Place The Book of Henry (PG-13) — The Atlantic: “A Frankenstein’s monster version of a feel-good classic.”

Elmwood, Canal Place The Boxtrolls (PG) — The cavern-dwelling boxtrolls and their human friends battle evil Ben Kingsley. Regal Captain Underpants: The First Epic Movie (PG) — “More powerful than boxer shorts,” they say. (So ... not that powerful?) Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal Cars 3 (G) — Pixar goes for the threequel, I guess. Elmwood, West Bank, Broad, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Prytania, Regal Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 (PG-13) — Tribune Media Company’s fatigued synopsis: “Based on the comic book.”

Elmwood, West Bank, Slidell Incredible Predators 3-D — Probably not as scary as watching the news, but

still some good bears and stuff. Entergy Giant Screen It Comes at Night (R) — During a plague, a secluded family contemplates the enemy within. Slidell Megan Leavey (PG-13) — A soldier and her dog save lives, woof.

Elmwood, Regal The Mummy (PG-13) — Tom Cruise and a mummy rise from the grave. Elmwood, West Bank, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Paris Can Wait (PG) — Diane Lane stars in the French-countryside romance, which celebrates the pleasures of the flesh. Elmwood, Canal Place Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales (PG-13) — All Johnny Depp knows how to do anymore, it seems.

Elmwood, West Bank, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Rio 2 (G) — A family of blue macaws tries to adjust to life in the Amazon. Regal Rough Night (R) — Some bachelorettes (woooo!) accidentally kill a male stripper. Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Transformers: The Last Knight (PG13) — God knows why, but Anthony Hopkins called director Michael Bay a “genius” and “savant” as they made this film. Clearview, Elmwood, West Bank, Chalmette, Kenner, Slidell, Regal, Canal Place Tubelight — The family drama is set in the hills of northern India. In Hindi with English subtitles. Elmwood Wonder Woman (PG-13) — An Amazon princess in a corset saves the world.

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Thursday. Elmwood Koneline: Our Land Beautiful — The documentary investigates changes to the Canadian wilderness, as told by First Nations people. 7 p.m. TuesdayThursday. Zeitgeist The Lego Batman Movie — Two powerful franchises join forces to fight crime. 8 p.m. Friday. Audubon Zoo PAGE 59

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REVIEW BRITISH WRITER-DIRECTOR EDGAR WRIGHT has built a successful career on reimagining familiar film genres. His “Cornetto Trilogy” brought fresh ideas and unexpected laughs to the zombie movie (Shaun of the Dead), the cop picture (Hot Fuzz) and the sci-fi epic (The World’s End). One key element shared by all these films is a well-chosen popular-music soundtrack that elevates Wright’s work above that of many of his genre-hopping peers.

None of those films set the stage for Wright’s innovative and entertaining Baby Driver. The story of a young getaway specialist trying to extricate himself from a life of crime, the film draws some inspiration from movies with classic car-chase sequences such as Bullitt and The French Connection. But Baby Driver quickly moves beyond its predecessors in hopes of pioneering a new way to integrate music and film on screen.

The film stars Ansel Elgort (The Fault in Our Stars) as Baby, a getaway driver so talented that he makes regular bank robberies in broad daylight seem like a good idea. Baby is beholden to crime boss Doc (Kevin Spacey) and says little while working with hardened criminals (Jamie Foxx and Mad Men’s Jon Hamm, among others). He suffers from tinnitus he acquired in a car wreck as a child, and he listens to music on stolen iPods and cellphones pretty much all the time to drown out the ringing in his ears. Baby’s private soundtrack also has become the fuel he needs to perform amazing stunts as a driver.

Armed with that simple premise, Wright developed techniques to make an action movie driven entirely by the songs he chose for the soundtrack. Every movement that occurs in a scene — from gunfights to windshield wipers on the getaway car to Baby’s stunt driving — is timed precisely to reflect the music currently playing in Baby’s ears, and ours. The actors wore earpieces and were required to perform in sync with each song as it played.

The hard part is making all this meticulous choreography seem subtle and natural, as Baby Driver is meant to be the antithesis of a Hollywood musical in which characters sing and dance to a score. The film’s opening sequence — a bank heist painstakingly choreographed and shot to the ups and downs of “Bellbottoms” by The Jon Spencer Blues Explosion — demonstrates the full potential of the director’s methods with positively thrilling results. If Wright had merely edited his scenes later to match the songs, the result would have been a pedestrian and completely unwatchable two-hour music video.

Baby Driver also wouldn’t have worked if Wright didn’t possess the knowledge and passion of a dedicated lifelong music fan. The soundtrack moves easily across the entire spectrum of popular music from the last 50 years or so, including Sam & Dave, Dave Brubeck, the Commodores, T. Rex, The Damned and Danger Mouse. It’s a pleasure to hear Wright pay no heed to what’s currently considered hip among music aficionados. This is a soundtrack for the ages.

For all its successes, Baby Driver also has significant flaws. Wright’s screenplay occasionally serves up tired crime-story cliches. Baby’s at-home dance moves sometimes recall Tom Cruise in Risky Business, which is off-putting enough to be risky indeed. Though Foxx makes a menacing bad guy, he delivers some stiff line readings that should have been reshot. And like most of Wright’s films, this one is a little too long and wears out its welcome. Brevity should be regarded as a close ally of the genre picture — even among those with something truly special to offer. — KEN KORMAN

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Live and Let Die — In the 1973 film set in New Orleans, James Bond battles a heroin kingpin. 10 a.m. Wednesday. Prytania Macbeth — The Verdi opera is based on Shakespeare’s tale of dark ambition.

7 p.m. Wednesday. Elmwood Raising Bertie — Three African-American boys come of age in North Carolina.

9 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday. Zeitgeist The Secret Life of Pets (PG) — Comic luminaries Louis C.K., Hannibal Buress, Kevin Hart and Jenny Slate provide voices for this animated animal adventure.

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7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Wednesday. Movie Tavern Northshore See Here Now: Menstrual Hygiene — The film highlights social issues surrounding menstruation, including the tampon tax and access to menstrual products for homeless people. 6 p.m. Thursday. Glitter Box (1109 Royal St.)

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HAPPENINGS Anton Haardt Gallery. 2858 Magazine Arts District Eye-Opener. Cafe Adelaide St., (504) 891-9080; www.antonart.com and Swizzle Stick Bar, Loews New Orleans — Selected folk art by Mose Tolliver, Hotel, 300 Poydras St., (504) 595-3305; Jim Sudduth, Howard Finster and www.cafeadelaide.com — Arts District others, ongoing. director Marcela Correa leads a guided Arthur Roger@434. 434 Julia St., walking tour of Julia Street galleries.

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Gallery Grand Opening. Pappion Artistry Gallery & Gift Shop, 528 Girod St., ManBeata Sasik Gallery. 541 Julia St., (504) deville — The gallery celebrates its open322-5055; www.beatasasik.com — New ing with sales and discounted artworks. work by Beata Sasik, ongoing.

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Berta’s and Mina’s Antiquities Gallery.

Julia Street art walk. New Orleans Arts 4138 Magazine St., (504) 895-6201 District, Galleries on Julia and Camp — Paintings by Mina Lanzas and Nilo streets and St. Charles Avenue — Galleries Lanzas, ongoing. in the Warehouse District host free openBoyd Satellite. 440 Julia St., (504) ings. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday.

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Live Painting. Marigny Brasserie & Bar, com — “Another Show,” group exhibi640 Frenchmen St., (504) 945-4475; tion of paintings by Blake Boyd, David www.marignybrasserie.com — Jeff Eddington, Pinkney Herbert and others, Morgan paints portraits and scenes from through Thursday. current events and popular culture.

Callan Contemporary. 518 Julia St., 6 p.m. Sunday.

(504) 525-0518; www.callancontemporary.com — “It Was Such a Beautiful Promise,” new work by Sibylle Peretti, OPENING through Friday.

Ariodante Gallery. 535 Julia St., (504) CANO Creative Space at Myrtle Banks 524-3233; www.ariodantegallery.com Building. 1307 Oretha Castle Haley — New works by David Lumpkin and Blvd. — New works by Keith Duncan, Jacques Soulas; jewelry by Gifthorst, Rethrough July. action Designs and Petite Sussie; opening Carol Robinson Gallery. 840 Napoleon reception 6 p.m. Saturday. New work by Ave., (504) 895-6130; www.carolrobinsonDan Spiller; jewelry by Marie McConnell; gallery.com — “Louisiana Wetlands,” new crafts by Renee Melito; all through Friday. work in oil by Dave Ivey, through Saturday.

Claire Elizabeth Gallery. 131 Decatur St., Creason’s Fine Art. 831 Chartres St., (843) 364-6196; www.claireelizabethgal(504) 304-4392; www.creasonsfineart. lery.com — “Art NO(w),” contemporary com — “Figures II: Jazz Portraits works by New Orleans-based artists; openon Strings,” marionettes by Harry ing reception 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday.

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Jonathan Ferrara Gallery. 400 Julia St., Ellen Macomber Fine Art & Textiles.

(504) 522-5471; www.jonathanferrara1720 St. Charles Ave., (504) 314-9414; gallery.com — “Interruption,” minimalist www.ellenmacomber.com — Exhibition mixed-media paintings and sculpture by gallery artists, ongoing.

by Sidonie Villere; “Salons,” watercolor The Exchange Center. 935 Gravier St., and lithography on paper by Nurhan (504) 523-1465; www.artscouncilofneGokturk; opening reception 6 p.m. to worleans.org — “What Is Love,” installa9 p.m. Saturday. tion by Angela Fama examining the idea of love, through July 7.

GALLERIES Frank Relle Photography. 910 Royal St., (504) 388-7601 — New selections A Gallery for Fine Photography. from “Until the Water,” “Nightscapes” 241 Chartres St., (504) 568-1313; and “Nightshade,” night photographs of www.agallery.com — “Richard Sexton: Louisiana by Frank Relle, ongoing.

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Gallery 600 Julia. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375; www.gallery600julia.com Angela King Gallery. 241 Royal St., — “Lowland Louisiana,” landscapes by (504) 524-8211; www.angelakinggallery.

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Gallery Arlo. 837 Chartres St., (504) 3300803 — “From Counter to Culture,” new Antenna Gallery. 3718 St. Claude Ave., work by Jacques Soulas, through Oct. 1.

(504) 298-3161; www.press-street.com/ antenna — “Convergence,” letterpress Gallery B. Fos. 3956 Magazine St., (504) and bookmaking arts by Sara White and 444-2967; www.beckyfos.com — PaintJessica Peterson, through July. ings by Becky Fos, ongoing.

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Isaac Delgado Fine Arts Gallery. Delgado Community College, 615 City Park Ave., (504) 361-6620; www.dcc.edu/departments/art-gallery — “Rebirth,” work about Hurricane Katrina by Antoine Prince Jr., through July 13.

LeMieux Galleries. 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988; www.lemieuxgalleries.com — “Face to Face,” group exhibition about portraiture and the experience of viewing art, through July 29.

M. Francis Gallery. 1228 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 931-1915; www.mfrancisgallery.com — Paintings by Myesha Francis, ongoing.

Martin Lawrence Gallery New Orleans.

433 Royal St., (504) 299-9055; www.martinlawrence.com — New work by Robert Deyber invoking cliches, euphemisms and idioms, through Friday.

Martin Welch Art Gallery. 223 Dauphine St., (504) 388-4240; www.martinwelchart. com — Paintings and mixed-media work

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Martine Chaisson Gallery. 727 Camp St., (504) 304-7942; www.martinechaissongallery.com — “Pop Up Show 2017,” new works by Kristina Knipe, Erica Lambertson, Maggie Lloyd, ongoing.

Michalopoulos Gallery. 617 Bienville St., (504) 558-0505; www.michalopoulos.com — Paintings by James Michalopoulos, ongoing.

M.S. Rau Antiques. 630 Royal St., (504) 523-5660; www.rauantiques.com — “The Georgian Collection,” British works from the era of King George, through Oct. 16.

New Orleans Art Center. 3330 St. Claude Ave., (707) 779-9317; www.theneworleansartcenter.com — “Between Piety and Desire,” new work by Piety Street artists, through Friday.

New Orleans Glassworks & Printmaking Studio. 727 Magazine St., (504) 529-7277; www.neworleansglassworks.com — Glass sculptures of water and Louisiana wildlife, through Saturday.

New Orleans Photo Alliance. 1111 St. Mary St., (504) 610-4899; www.neworleansphotoalliance.org — “RECOLLECTIONS: A Community Photography Project,” collaboration between NOPA and Kingsley House, through July 15.

Octavia Art Gallery. 454 Julia St., (504) 309-4249; www.octaviaartgallery. com — “Marfa Intrigue,” group exhibition of works in oil, acrylic and watercolor, through July 29.

Pamela Marquis Studio. 221 Dauphine St., (504) 615-1752; www.pamelamarquisstudio.com — New paintings by Pamela Marquis, ongoing.

RidgeWalker Glass Gallery. 2818 Rampart St., (504) 957-8075; www.ridgewalkerglass.com — Glass, metal sculpture and paintings by Teri Walker and Chad Ridgeway, ongoing.

Scene by Rhys Art Gallery. 708 Toulouse St., (504) 258-5842; www.scenebyrhys. com — Pen and ink drawings by Emilie Rhys, ongoing.

ShiNola Gallery. 1813 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., (504) 223-5732; www.facebook. com/shinolagallery — Exhibition by gallery artists, ongoing.

Soren Christensen Gallery. 400 Julia St., (504) 569-9501; www.sorengallery.

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The Spielman Gallery. 1332 Washington Ave., (504) 899-7670; www.davidspielman.com — Black-and-white photographs

by David Spielman cover travel, Hurricane Katrina and the Gulf South, ongoing.

Staple Goods. 1340 St. Roch Ave., (504) 908-7331; www.postmedium. org/staplegoods — “The Passenger,” urban landscapes by Kaori Maeyama, through Sunday.

Stella Jones Gallery. Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 132, (504) 568-9050; www.stellajonesgallery.com — “HERstory,” works celebrating the women of the African diaspora, through Friday.

Thomas Mann Gallery I/O. 1812 Magazine St., (504) 581-2113; www.thomasmann. com — “From Here ... to There,” metalsmithing and jewelry in conjunction with the Society of North American Goldsmiths, ongoing.

Vieux Carre Gallery. 507 St. Ann St., (504) 522-2900; www.vieuxcarregallery.com — New work by Sarah Stiehl, ongoing.

SPARE SPACES Ashe Cultural Arts Center. 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www. ashecac.org — “MAAFA: Roho ya Babu,” mixed-media works exploring infinity and the African diaspora, through Aug. 29.

Bar Redux. 801 Poland Ave., (504) 5927083; www.barredux.com — “Casualties of Precision,” new works by Huggington Behr, Carlos Mendieta, Lee Dotson and Nick Parnell, through July 27.

The Building 1427. 1427 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 352-9283; www. building1427.com — Work by New Orleans artists Daniel Jupiter, Mark Lacabe and Eric Alugas, ongoing.

Pirate’s Alley Cafe. 622 Pirate’s Alley, (504) 524-9332; www.piratesalleycafe. com — Paintings, prints and mixed-media works by Joe Bostick, Mario Ortiz, Chris Holcombe, Nathan Durapau, Ernest Brown, Emily Stieber, Jennifer Laffin, Brandon Felix and others, ongoing.

Slidell Library. 555 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 646-6470; www.sttammany.lib. la.us/slidell.html — “Building a Better World,” traveling exhibit about global warming, through Friday.

St. Louis Cathedral. Jackson Square, 615 Pere Antoine Alley, (504) 525-9585; www. stlouiscathedral.org — Artists including Ken Cook, Sher Stewart, Joan Bonner, Lee Tucker and Nathan Pitts display works in around Jackson Square, ongoing.

Treo. 3835 Tulane Ave., (504) 304-4878; www.treonola.com — “Self Absorbed,” group exhibition focused on self-portraiture, through Friday.

MUSEUMS The Historic New Orleans Collection.

533 Royal St., (504) 523-4662; www. hnoc.org — “A Most Significant Gift: The Laura Simon Nelson Collection,” more than 80 works from the Nelson Collection including Newcomb pottery, through Oct. 21, and more.

Louisiana Children’s Museum. 420 Julia St., (504) 523-1357; www.lcm.org — Historic French Quarter life and architecture

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DRIVING DOWN DESOLATE CITY STREETS ON A DARK NIGHT CAN BE A DREARY EXPERIENCE. But on misty, rain-cooled evenings there also are times when the reflections of random • Through July 2 city lights dancing off the walls of shadowy buildings can make those same • Staple Goods, 1340 St. Roch sights seem alive. The rhythmic flow of Ave., 504-908-7331; glistening city streets seen from a movwww.postmedium.com/ ing car can slip into an almost hypnotic realm reminiscent of dreamy ambistaplegoods ent music or lyrical modern jazz riffs.

Kaori Maeyama’s nocturnal cityscape paintings at Staple Goods look starkly abstract at first, but in works like Through a Glass Darkly (pictured), dusky forms and luminous highlights suggest office towers, overpasses and traffic rendered with a cinematic sense of motion. In some, the steel trusses of the Huey P. Long bridge are conveyed by luminous slashes in inky patinas that evoke the dense mists over the Mississippi River. Chocolate City pulsates with the gritty incandescence of a city alive with random mirth, pathos and chaos fused into a single, sprawling organism with a collective life of its own. Inspired by photos taken through car windows, Maeyama’s nocturnal cityscapes explore how external perceptions and our inner lives can influence each other. It’s the latest leg of a personal journey that began when she first arrived here from Fukuoka, Japan in 1994.

There are few shadows and fewer details left to the imagination in Leslie Friedman’s colorfully overt graphics shown recently at Good Children Gallery. Sometimes described as “purposefully crass and annoying,” her silkscreened nudes emerging from piles of diet soda cans and packets of Splenda are accompanied by a video loop of a masturbating woman. These works capture the nihilism of an age where addictive digital devices propagate titillation and rage even as actual physical addictions like opioids overwhelm an increasingly confounded public. — D. ERIC BOOKHARDT

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Louisiana State Museum Presbytere. 751 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm. crt.state.la.us — “Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond,” interactive displays and artifacts, ongoing, and more.

New Orleans Museum of Art. City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — “African Art: The Bequest from the Francoise Billion Richardson Charitable Trust,” more than 100 African sculptures, through Friday. “Pride of Place: The Making of Contemporary Art in New Orleans,” personal art collection of Arthur Roger, through Sept. 23, and more.

Newcomb Art Museum. Tulane University, Woldenberg Art Center, Newcomb Place, (504) 314-2406; www. newcombartmuseum.tulane.edu — “Be-

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Ogden Museum of Southern Art. 925 Camp St., (504) 539-9600; www.ogdenmuseum.org — “Waltzing the Muse,” James Michalopoulos retrospective, through July 16. “Profligate Beauty,” work inspired by the American South, through September. “Troubled Waters,” dye transfer color prints by photographer William Eggleston, through Oct. 26.

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Bats in His Belfry: Three Treatments for a Crusader Who’s Caped. The Theatre at St. Claude, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 638-6326; www.thetheatreatstclaude.com — Jim Fitzmorris’ play features creative takes on the Batman character. Admission is pay-what-you-will.

8 p.m. Tuesday.

Constellations. Outlaw Pizza Co., 814 S. Peters St. — Theatre Lab NOLA presents the play, which is a romance with ties to physics. Visit www.theatrelabnola.com for details. Tickets $10-$20. 7 p.m. Thursday.

Ice Scream Theater. Marigny Opera House, 725 St. Ferdinand St., (504) 948-9998; www.marignyoperahouse. org — Vinylux’s one-woman show is about drug addiction and has multimedia elements. Tickets $15, students $10. 8 p.m.

Friday-Saturday.

James and the Giant Peach. Tulane University, Rogers Memorial Chapel, 1229 Broadway St. — Tulane Summer Lyric Theatre presents the adaptation of the Roald Dahl children’s story. Visit www.summerlyric.tulane.edu for details.

Tickets $10-$15. 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Thursday-Saturday.

Lobby Hero. University of New Orleans, Lab Theatre, Performing Arts Center, 2000 Lakeshore Drive — Kenneth Lonergan’s play is about an underachieving security guard, a man caught up in a murder trial and two cops. Visit www.lobbyheronola.brownpapertickets.com for details.

Tickets $10-$20. 8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday.

Peter Pan: The New Musical. Cutting Edge Theater, 747 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 640-0333; www.cuttingedgetheater.com — The musical is adapted from J.M. Barrie’s children’s story. Tickets $13.50-$20. 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday.

Triassic Parq. Valiant Theatre & Lounge, 6621 St. Claude Ave. — See ’Em on Stage presents the musical, which spoofs Jurassic Park with a tale of female dinosaurs who spontaneously turn male.

Visit www.seosaproductioncompany. com for details. Tickets $25-$30. 8 p.m.

Thursday-Sunday.

BURLESQUE & VARIETY American Mess. Barcadia, 601 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 335-1740; www.barcadianeworleans.com — Katie East hosts local and touring comedians alongside burlesque performances. Free admission.

8:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Bayou Blues Burlesque. The AllWays Lounge & Theater, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge.net — There are burlesque performances at the weekly show. Tickets $10.

8 p.m. Friday.

Burgundy Burlesque. The Saint Hotel, Burgundy Bar, 931 Canal St., (504) 5225400; www.thesainthotelneworleans.com

— Trixie Minx leads a weekly burlesque performance featuring live jazz. Free admission; reserved table $10. 9 p.m. Friday.

Burlesque Ballroom. The Jazz Playhouse, 300 Bourbon St., (504) 553-2299; www. sonesta.com/jazzplayhouse — Trixie Minx and guests star in the late-night burlesque performance. 11 p.m. Friday.

Burlesque Bingo. Bar Mon Cher, 817 St. Louis St., (504) 644-4278; www. barmoncher.com — Lefty Lucy is the emcee at this bingo night with burlesque performances. 7 p.m. Monday.

Burlesque Boozy Brunch. SoBou, 310 Chartres St., (504) 552-4095; www. sobounola.com — A burlesque performance by Bella Blue and friends accompanies brunch service. 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday.

High Profile Drag. Hi-Ho Lounge, 2239 St. Claude Ave., (504) 945-4446; www.hiholounge.net — Several drag performers appear. Free admission. 10 p.m. Tuesday.

Nicole Lynn Foxx Variety Hour. The AllWays Lounge & Theater, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge.net — The drag performer hosts a weekly variety show. 9 p.m. Thursday.

Talk Nerdy to Me. Dragon’s Den (upstairs), 435 Esplanade Ave., (504) 9405546; www.dragonsdennola.com — The weekly sci-fi-themed revue features burlesque performers, comedians and sideshow acts. Tickets $10. 7 p.m. Saturday.

Whiskey & Rhinestones. Gravier Street Social, 523 Gravier St., (504) 941-7629; www.gravierstreetsocial.com — Bella Blue hosts a burlesque show. Visit www.thebellalounge.com for details. Tickets $10. 9 p.m. Thursday-Saturday.

COMEDY Bear with Me. Twelve Mile Limit, 500 S. Telemachus St., (504) 488-8114; www. facebook.com/twelvemilelimit — Julie Mitchell and Laura Sanders host an openmic comedy show. Sign-up at 8:30 p.m., show at 9 p.m. Monday.

Brown Improv. Waloo’s, 1300 N. Causeway Blvd., Metairie, (504) 834-6474; www.facebook.com/pages/thenewwaloos — New Orleans’ longest-running comedy group performs. 8 p.m. Tuesday.

Chris & Tami. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www. newmovementtheater.com — Chris Trew and Tami Nelson perform improv weekly.

9:30 p.m. Wednesday.

Close Me Out. Hi-Ho Lounge, 2239 St. Claude Ave., (504) 945-4446; www.hiholounge.net — Local storytellers recount inebriated adventures. Andrew Healan hosts. 8 p.m. Saturday.

Comedy Beast. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 901 S. Peters St., (504) 529-5844; www.thehowlinwolf.com — Massive Fraud presents stand-up comedy. 8:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Comedy Catastrophe. Lost Love Lounge, 2529 Dauphine St., (504) 949-

2009; www.lostlovelounge.com — Cassidy Henehan hosts a stand-up show.

10 p.m. Tuesday.

Comedy F—k Yeah. Dragon’s Den (upstairs), 435 Esplanade Ave., (504) 940-5546; www.dragonsdennola.com — Vincent Zambon and Mary-Devon Dupuy host a stand-up show featuring the Black Girl Giggles comedy collective.

8:30 p.m. Friday.

Comedy Gold. House of Blues, Voodoo Garden, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www.houseofblues.com — Leon Blanda hosts a stand-up showcase of local and traveling comics. 7 p.m. Wednesday.

Comedy Gumbeaux. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 901 S. Peters St., (504) 529-5844; www. thehowlinwolf.com — The Black Girl Giggles comedy collective appears at the open-mic stand-up show. Frederick “RedBean” Plunkett hosts. 8 p.m. Thursday.

Comic Strip. Siberia, 2227 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-8855; www.siberianola. com — Chris Lane hosts the stand-up comedy open mic with burlesque interludes. 9:30 p.m. Monday.

Crescent Fresh. Dragon’s Den (upstairs), 435 Esplanade Ave., (504) 940-5546; www.dragonsdennola.com — Ted Orphan and Geoffrey Gauchet host the stand-up comedy open mic. 8 p.m. Thursday.

Crush Sketch Comedy. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 3028264; www.newmovementtheater.com — Chris Trew directs the collaborative show featuring elements of sketch and improv comedy. 9:30 p.m. Thursday.

Dean’s List. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater.com — Kaitlin Marone, Margee Green and Cyrus Cooper perform improv. 8 p.m. Wednesday.

The Franchise. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater.com — The New Movement’s improv troupes perform. 9 p.m. Friday.

Go Ahead. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www. newmovementtheater.com — Kaitlin Marone and Shawn Dugas host a short lineup of alternative stand-up comics.

7:30 p.m. Saturday.

Hot Sauce. Voodoo Lounge, 718 N. Rampart St., (504) 304-1568 — Vincent Zambon and Leon Blanda host a stand-up comedy showcase. 8 p.m. Thursday.

I’m Listening. Voodoo Lounge, 718 N. Rampart St., (504) 304-1568 — Andrew Healan and Isaac Kozell offer armchair analysis of a rotating cast of comics.

9 p.m. Friday.

Introducing Chris Trew. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater. com — At this live-taping, the comedian records material for his debut album.

10:30 p.m. Friday.

Knockout. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www. newmovementtheater.com — Two comedy acts compete to win an audience vote.

9:30 p.m. Monday.

Local Uproar. The AllWays Lounge & Theater, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge.net — Paul Oswell and Benjamin Hoffman host the Black Girl Giggles comedy collective. There’s free food and ice cream. 8 p.m. Saturday.

The Megaphone Show. The New Movement, 2706 St. Claude Ave., (504) 302-8264; www.newmovementtheater.

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THE 1980S BROADWAY THEATER COMMUNITY, known all too well by award-winning playwright Terrence McNally, came to life on the stage of Le Petit Theatre du Vieux Carre recently in It’s Only a Play, presented in conjunction with The NOLA Project. (McNally updated the work in 2014 so celebrity names, cultural references and personalities seem contemporary.) A show business parody, the cast is a collection of dramatic egotists gathering for an opening night gala at the producer’s home. As the playwright, the producer, the director, an actress, a friend, a drama critic and a coat check person anxiously await New York newspaper reviews, their personal PHOTO BY JOHN BARROIS eccentricities are in plain sight.

McNally’s insider one-liners are uproariously funny, and the comedians perform their roles with gusto, evidently because the conversations are so familiar. The comedic talents of Ricky Graham and Sean Patterson are complemented by Leslie Castay and NOLA Project ensemble members who display a flair for farce.

McNally arrived in Manhattan a starry-eyed young man much like the character Gus P. Head (Alex Ates), who accepts a one-night job catering to the whims of the theater set. Head was hired to take coats and mix drinks but continually tries to turn his temporary assignment into an impromptu audition. In the producer’s bedroom, he meets James Wicker (Graham), best friend of the playwright, Peter Austin (Patterson). Wicker refused the leading role after reading the flawed script, and after seeing the premiere, he believes The Golden Egg might receive a “death blow.”

In a lengthy, name-dropping phone conversation with his agent in California, Wicker disparages the production’s acting, direction, scenery, costumes and script while telling his friend he loves the show. Austin is convinced the play is a huge hit and compares himself to Arthur Miller, Tennessee Williams and Eugene O’Neill. The female lead, Virginia Noyes (Castay), fields repeated phone calls from her California parole officer while snorting coke and chugging Champagne to celebrate her return to the bright lights. Noyes’ electronic-monitoring ankle bracelet fell off during a scene, forcing her to ad lib. Grabbing the phone from Wicker, she says: “I’m back on Broadway, feeling fabulous and you can all go fuck yourself.” The genial producer, Julia Budder (Cecile Monteyne), is a rich dilettante who mangles every famous theater quote, eliciting audience guffaws.

The only critical success goes to the Goth-like director Frank Finger (Keith Claverie), who moves around, crouching under a black shroud, presumably to escape notice. With an uninterrupted string of Broadway hits, he neurotically longs for failure.

Claverie excels in the role of a petulant genius — with just a touch of kleptomania.

The highlight of the show was James Bartelle as effete reviewer and wannabe playwright Ira Drew, trying hard to fit into the clique.

It’s Only A Play was just that — effervescent, fun and pure entertainment.

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com — Improv comics take inspiration from a local celebrity’s true story.

10:30 p.m. Saturday.

Night Church. Sidney’s Saloon, 1200 St. Bernard Ave., (504) 947-2379; www. sidneyssaloon.com — Benjamin Hoffman and Paul Oswell host a standup show, and there’s free ice cream.

8:30 p.m. Thursday.

NOLA Comedy Hour. Hi-Ho Lounge, 2239 St. Claude Ave., (504) 945-4446; www.hiholounge.net — Duncan Pace hosts an open mic. Sign-up at 7:30 p.m., show at 8 p.m. Sunday.

Permanent Damage. Bullet’s Sports Bar, 2441 A.P. Tureaud Ave., (504) 6694464 — Tony Frederick, Corey Mack and B-Dub host the weekly stand-up show.

8 p.m. Saturday.

The Spontaneous Show. Bar Redux, 801 Poland Ave., (504) 592-7083; www.barredux.com — Young Funny comedians host

the comedy show and open mic. Sign-up 7:30 p.m., show 8 p.m. Tuesday.

Think You’re Funny? Carrollton Station Bar and Music Club, 8140 Willow St., (504) 865-9190; www.carrolltonstation. com — Brothers Cassidy and Mickey Henehan host an open mic. Sign-up at 8 p.m., show 9 p.m. Wednesday.

Why So Serious? Lucky’s, 1625 St. Charles Ave., (504) 523-6538 — The Black Girl Giggles comedy collective performs. 10 p.m. Wednesday.

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INDEPENDENCE DAY America: The Party. Rusty Nail, 1100 Constance St., (504) 525-5515; www. therustynail.biz — Where Y’acht performs at the annual party, and DJs play bounce music. Hot dogs are served. Admission $10. 2 p.m. Tuesday.

Feed the Multitudes. Victory Fellowship, 5708 Airline Drive, Metairie, (504) 7335005 — The community party features free food, manicures and shoes, and there’s live entertainment. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday.

Go 4th on the River. Wyndham Riverfront New Orleans, 701 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 524-8200 — The Independence Day celebration includes a fireboat spouting red, white and blue water and dueling fireworks barges on the Mississippi River, accompanied by patriotic music.

Fireworks begin at 9 p.m. Free admission.

6 p.m. Tuesday.

Happy 3rd of July. Goldring-Woldenberg Great Lawn, City Park, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 482-4888; www.neworleanscitypark.com — City Park celebrates Independence Day with live music from the Marine Corps Band, fireworks and concessions. Bring chairs and blankets. Free admission. 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday.

Light Up the Lake. Mandeville Lakefront Harbor, Lakeshore Drive, Mandeville — The City of Mandeville celebrates Independence Day with live music located between Coffee and Carroll streets and fireworks over the lake after sunset. Food and drinks are available for purchase. 3 p.m. Saturday.

Mandeville Independence Day Parade.

Mandeville Lakefront, corner of Lakeshore

Go 4th on the River features fireworks at 9 p.m.

Drive and Coffee Street, Mandeville — The inaugural parade is followed by a picnic. 2 p.m. Tuesday.

Slidell Heritage Festival. Heritage Park, 1701 Bayou Lane, Slidell, (985) 646-4371 — American Idol winner Caleb Johnson performs at the family-friendly Independence Day concert and festival. There’s food, pony rides, inflatables and arts and crafts vendors. Tickets $10, kids free. 4 p.m. Saturday.

Sparks in the Park. Bogue Falaya Park, Covington, (985) 892-1811 — The City of Covington celebrates Independence Day with a fireworks display. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday.

St. Bernard Salutes America. Frederick J. Sigur Civic Center, 8245 W. Judge Perez Drive, Chalmette, (504) 278-4242; www. sigurcenter.com — The family-friendly Independence Day celebration features face painting, a magic show and musical performances. A fireworks display begins at 9:15 p.m. 4:30 p.m. Tuesday.

Truck Pool July 4th Party. Sidney’s Saloon, 1200 St. Bernard Ave., (504) 947-2379; www.sidneyssaloon.com — There’s a “truck pool” at the bar’s Independence Day party, and tacos are served. 3 p.m. Tuesday.

Uncle Sam Jam. Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, (504) 838-4389; www.lafrenierepark.org — Jefferson Parish celebrates Independence Day with a concert featuring Christian Serpas & Ghost Town, Ryan Boudreaux, Mixed Nuts, Marc Broussard and The Drifters.

Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Free admission. 4:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Monday.

TUESDAY 27 Bicycling the Back Trails. Northlake Nature Center, 23135 Highway 190, Mandeville, (985) 626-1238; www.northlakenature.org — Bike Path owner David Moeller leads a guided tour of the nature center’s back trails. Helmets required; mountain bike recommended. Email rue@ northlakenature.org to register (required).

Admission $5. 6 p.m.

BingOh!. Bar Redux, 801 Poland Ave., (504) 592-7083; www.barredux.com — The adult bingo night has a “sexy circus” theme. Costumes encouraged. Registration $5. 8 p.m.

Geography Bee. Vaughan’s Lounge, 4229 Dauphine St., (504) 947-5562 — New Orleans Public Library presents an adults-only geography bee. There are several prizes. 7 p.m.

Prom Night. Erin Rose, 811 Conti St., (504) 522-3573; www.erinrosebar.com — There’s dancing and punch at the “Dungeons and Drag Queens”-themed adult prom night. Prom king and queen are announced at midnight. Costumes encouraged. Free admission. 8 p.m. to midnight.

Sierra Club Meeting. Rosa F. Keller Library and Community Center, 4300 S. Broad St., (504) 596-2675; www. nolalibrary.org — Guest speaker Guy Hall speaks on “The Future of Electric Vehicles” at the joint meeting of the New Orleans Sierra Club and EV-LA.org. 6 p.m.

Young Professionals Night. Dave & Buster’s, 1200 Poydras St., Suite 601, (504) 226-3300; www.daveandbusters.com — New Orleans Chamber and Young Leadership Council host a networking night for young professionals. Bring business cards. Visit www.neworleanschamber.org to register. Free admission. 5:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 28 African American Lady Chef Awards.

Southern Food & Beverage Foundation, 1504 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-0405; www.natfab.org — The Southern Food & Beverage Museum, the Rellativity Group and ONYXchannel. com present the awards ceremony with cooking demonstrations and tastings.

Tickets $30-$40. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Building a Better District D. Norman Mayer Branch Library, 3001 Gentilly Blvd., (504) 596-3100; www.neworleanspubliclibrary.org — District D councilmember Jared Brossett hosts the discussion about the New Orleans City Council’s work. Citizens discuss progress in the district. 6 p.m.

Common Praxis. Second Vine Wine, 1027 Touro St., (504) 304-4453; www. secondvinewine.com — Professionals of color meet for an informal happy hour. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Drawing Night. Rouler, 601 Baronne St., (504) 327-7655; www.roulercycling.com — At the drawing night, an athletic model poses with and without a bicycle. (There’s no nudity.) Refreshments are drinks are available for purchase; bring your own art supplies. Free admission. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Independence and Transportation Training. Lafreniere Park, 3000 Downs Blvd., Metairie, (504) 838-4389; www. lafrenierepark.org — Families Helping Families of Jefferson holds a transportation training for youth and young adults with disabilities. Call (504) 888-9111 for details. Noon.

Let’s Fight Gerrymandering Happy Hour.

Urban South Brewery, 1645 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 267-4852; www.urbansouthbrewery.com — Citizens discuss redistricting reform for Louisiana. Beer and food from a food truck are available for purchase. Contact fairdistrictslouisiana@ gmail.com for details. Free admission. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Po-boys & Pies Pop-Up. The Tigermen Den, 3113 Royal St.; www.facebook.com/ tigermenden — The Sundays food pop-up group offers pies and po-boys for sale.

Visit www.facebook.com/sundaypies for details. 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sippin’ in the Courtyard. Hotel Maison Dupuy, 1001 Toulouse St., (504) 5868000; www.maisondupuy.com/fqbistro. html — The courtyard cocktail party benefits Dress for Success New Orleans.

Free admission. 5 p.m.

Soap-Making Basics. Central City Library, Mahalia Jackson Center, 2405 Jackson Ave., Building C, Room 235, (504) 5963110; www.nolalibrary.org — Kristen Kline of New Orleans Lip and Soap demonstrates how to make cold-process and glycerin soaps. Attendees must be at least 13 years old and should wear closedtoe shoes, long-sleeved shirts and pants or a long skirt. 5:30 p.m.

THURSDAY 29 Community Dance & Drum Workshop.

Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www. ashecac.org — Danys “La Mora” Perez Prades and Oyu Oro Experimental Dance Ensemble from Santiago de Cuba host the drumming and dance workshop. Free admission. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Essentials. Ace Hotel, 600 Carondelet St., (504) 900-1180; www.acehotel.com/neworleans — Several days of programming at the hotel over Essence Festival weekend include a pop-up shop of sustainable merchandise by New Orleans-based artists, an exhibition of Jamaican dancehall signs, a fashion show, a men’s barbershop talk and more. Visit www.acehotel.com/ neworleans for details. Thursday-Sunday.

Handle with Care: Protecting Your Personal History in a Storm-Prone City.

Norman Mayer Branch Library, 3001 Gentilly Blvd., (504) 596-3100; www. neworleanspubliclibrary.org — The New Orleans Preservation Collaborative presents a seminar with preservation experts on safely storing important photographs, papers and objects in the event of a flood.

6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Letters Read: Hermann & Grima Family Letters. Hermann-Grima House, 820 St. Louis St., (504) 525-5661; www.hgghh.org — At the event, performers interpret personal letters written by the Hermann and Grima family from 1830 to 1865. Tickets $10, seniors $7. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Our Neighborhoods Part II. Propeller Incubator, 4035 Washington Ave., (504) 564-7816; www.gopropeller.org — Propeller and the Broadmoor Improvement Association present a panel discussion on the history of housing and inequality in New Orleans neighborhoods. Food and beer are served. 5:30 to 7 p.m.

Pecha Kucha Night. Peter Mayer, 318 Camp St., (504) 581-7191; www.petermayer.com — The Japanese-style pecha kucha presentation’s theme is “progress.” Visit www.pechakucha.org for details. 7 p.m.

Snowball Happy Hour. InterContinental

FRIDAY 30 Essence Music Festival. Citywide — The festival’s daytime lineup features speakers such as congresswoman Maxine Waters, the Reverend Al Sharpton, journalist April Ryan and others at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center (900 Convention Center Blvd.). At night, there are concerts at the Superdome (1500 Poydras St.) featuring high-profile acts including Diana Ross, John Legend, Mary J. Blige and Chance the Rapper, followed by unofficial afterparties at various venues. Visit www.essence.com for details.

Tickets vary. Friday-Sunday.

SATURDAY 1 Covington Art Market. Covington Trailhead, 419 N. Hampshire St., Covington — The market features a variety of work from local and regional artists, including jewelry, crafts, photography, paintings and more. Visit www.sttammanyartassociation.org for details. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday.

Garden Workshops. Hollygrove Market & Farm, 8301 Olive St., (504) 483-7037; www.hollygrovemarket.com — Workshops discuss organic pest control.

Suggested donation $10-$15. 1 p.m.

The Glo Up. 14 Parishes, 1638 Clio St., (504) 814-1490; www.14parishes.com — Black Men With Beards presents the party for guests ages 25 years and older.

All-white attire required. Tickets $20$35.11 p.m.

Maafa. Congo Square, Louis Armstrong Park, North Rampart and St. Ann streets — Ashe Cultural Arts Center commemorates the Middle Passage and the tragedy of slavery. There’s a procession through Treme to the Tomb of the Unknown Slave.

White attire recommended. 7 a.m.

Spirits of Congo Square. Jazz National Historical Park, 916 N. Peters St., (504) 589-4841; www.nps.gov/jazz — Master percussionist Luther Gray presents an African drumming and dance demonstration that honors early gatherings of black New Orleanians in Congo Square. Free admission. 2 p.m. to 3 p.m.

MONDAY 3 Irwin Royes. East New Orleans Regional Library, 5641 Read Blvd., (504) 596-2646; www.nolalibrary.org — The “world’s smallest magician” presents a magic show for kids. Free admission. 11 a.m.

FARMERS MARKETS Covington Farmers Market. Covington Trailhead, 419 N. Hampshire St., Covington — The Northshore market offers local produce, meat, seafood, breads, prepared foods, plants and music. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday.

Crescent City Farmers Market. Citywide — The market offers fresh produce, prepared foods, flowers and plants at locations citywide, including Tulane University Square (200 Broadway St.) 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday; French Market 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday; the American Can Apartments (3700 Orleans Ave.) 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday and in the CBD (at 750 Carondelet St.) 8 a.m. to noon Saturday.

CRISP Farms Market. CRISP Farms Market, 1330 France St.; www.facebook. com/crispfarms — The urban farm offers greens, produce, herbs and seedlings. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday.

French Market. French Market, corner of Gov. Nicholls Street and French Market Place, (504) 522-2621; www.frenchmarket.org — The historic French Quarter market offers local produce, seafood, herbs, baked goods, coffee and prepared foods. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday.

German Coast Farmers Market. Ormond Plantation, 13786 River Road, Destrehan — The market features vegetables, fruits, flowers and other items. Visit www.germancoastfarmersmarket.org for details. 8 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Gretna Farmers Market. Gretna Farmers Market, Huey P. Long Avenue between Third and Fourth streets, Gretna, (504) 361-1822 — The weekly rain-or-shine market features more than 25 vendors offering fruits, vegetables, meats, prepared foods, baked goods, honey and flowers.

8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday.

Grow Dat Farm Stand. Grow Dat Youth Farm, New Orleans City Park, 150 Zachary Taylor Drive, (504) 377-8395; www. growdatyouthfarm.org — Grow Dat Youth Farm sells its produce. 9 a.m. to noon Saturday.

Hollygrove Market. Hollygrove Market & Farm, 8301 Olive St., (504) 483-7037

— The urban farm operates a daily fresh market. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.

ReFresh Project Community Garden Farmers Market. ReFresh Project, 300 N. Broad St.; www.broadcommunityconnections.org — The weekly Monday market offers local produce, homemade kimchi, cocoa-fruit leather, pesto and salad dressing. 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Monday.

Rivertown Farmers Market. Rivertown, 400 block of Williams Boulevard, Kenner, (504) 468-7231; www.kenner. la.us — The market features fruits, vegetables, dairy products, preserves and cooking demonstrations. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Saturday.

Sankofa Mobile Market. Lower 9th Ward Community Center, 5234 N. Claiborne Ave. — The Sankofa market truck offers seasonal produce from the Sankofa Garden. 11 a.m. to noon Tuesday. The truck also stops at 6322 St. Claude Ave. 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Sunday.

Vietnamese Farmers Market. Vietnamese Farmers Market, 14401 Alcee Fortier Blvd.

— Fresh produce, baked goods and live poultry are available at this early morning market. 5 a.m. Saturday.

Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market.

Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market, Sala Avenue at Fourth Street, Westwego, (504) 341-9083; www.cityofwestwego. com/content/westwego-farmers-market — The monthly West Bank market offers produce, eggs, pickles, baked goods, art, live music and pony rides. 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Saturday.

WORDS Courtney Sloan & J.P. Sloan. Garden District Book Shop, The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., (504) 895-2266; www.gardendistrictbookshop.com — The authors discuss and sign Of Scions and Men and The Curse Mandate (Dark Choir #3). 6 p.m. Tuesday.

Frank Lavin. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., (504) 899-7323; www.octaviabooks. com — The author discusses and signs Home Front to Battlefront: An Ohio Teenager in World War II. 6 p.m. Tuesday.

He also appears at National World War II Museum, U.S. Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center (945 Magazine St.) at 5 p.m. Wednesday.

Mary Emma Dutreix Pierson. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson. lib.la.us — The poet reads from New Orleans: City of My Heart. 7 p.m. Tuesday.

EVENTS SHOT Book Signing and Discussion. Treo, 3835 Tulane Ave., (504) 304-4878; www. treonola.com — Author Kathy Shorr of SHOT: 101 Survivors of Gun Violence in America leads a panel discussion of gun violence. 7 p.m. Thursday.

Sydney Bellard. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib. la.us — The author discusses A Cajun in France: Journeys to Assimilation.

7 p.m. Wednesday.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED American Cancer Society. The society seeks volunteers for upcoming events and to facilitate patient service programs. Visit www.cancer.org or call (504) 219-2200.

Arc of Greater New Orleans. The organization for people with intellectual disabilities seeks donations of Mardi Gras beads, volunteers to help sort beads and volunteers for Arc farm duties.

Visit www.arcgno.org for details and drop-off locations.

Bayou Rebirth Wetlands Education.

Bayou Rebirth seeks volunteers for wetlands planting projects, nursery maintenance and other duties. Visit www. bayourebirth.org.

CASA New Orleans. The organization seeks volunteer court-appointed special advocates to represent abused and neglected children in New Orleans. The time commitment is a minimum of 10 hours per month. No special skills are required; training and support are provided. Call (504) 522-1962 or email info@ casaneworleans.org.

The Creativity Collective. The organization seeks artists, entrepreneurs, parents and teens to help with upcoming projects and events, including maintaining a creative resource directory and organizing charity bar crawls. Visit www.creativitycollective.com or call (916) 206-1659.

Crescent City Farmers Market. CCFM and MarketUmbrella.org seek volunteers to field shoppers’ questions, assist seniors, help with children’s activities and more.

Call (504) 495-1459 or email latifia@ marketumbrella.org.

Dress for Success New Orleans. The program for women entering the workplace seeks volunteers to manage inventory, help clients and share their expertise.

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Each One Save One. Greater New Orleans’ largest one-on-one mentoring program seeks volunteer mentors. Visit www. eachonesaveone.org.

Edible Schoolyard. Edible Schoolyard seeks community volunteers and interns to assist in kitchen and garden classes and to help in school gardens. Visit www.esynola.org/get-involved or email amelia@ esynola.org.

First Tee of Greater New Orleans. The organization seeks volunteers to serve as mentors and coaches to kids and teens through its golf program. Visit www. thefirstteenola.org.

Golden Opportunity Adult Literacy Program. GOAL seeks volunteers to conduct courses for reading comprehension, GED preparation and English language learning. Call (504) 373-4496.

Greater New Orleans Fair Housing Action Center. The center seeks part-time civil rights investigators with excellent writing skills, reliable transportation and no criminal convictions to help expose housing discrimination in the New Orleans metro area. Call (504) 717-4257 or email mmorgan@gnofairhousing.org.

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HandsOn New Orleans. The volunteer center for the New Orleans area invites prospective volunteers to learn about the opportunities available and how to be a good volunteer. Call (504) 304-2275, email volunteer@handsonneworleans.org or visit www.handsonneworleans.org.

Hospice Volunteers. Harmony Hospice seeks volunteers to offer companionship to patients through reading, playing cards and other activities. Call Carla Fisher at (504) 832-8111.

Jackson Barracks Museum Volunteers.

The museum seeks volunteers to work one day a week for the Louisiana National Guard Museum. Volunteers prepare military aircraft, vehicles and equipment for display. Call David at (504) 837-0175 or email daveharrell@yahoo.com.

Lakeview Civic Improvement Association. The association’s green space committee needs volunteers to pick up trash or trim trees for the adopt-a-block program. Sign up with Russ Barranco at (504) 482-9598 or rpbarranco@cox.net.

Louisiana SPCA. The LA/SPCA seeks volunteers to work with the animals and help with special events, education and more. Volunteers must be at least 12 years old and complete an orientation to work directly with animals. Visit www.la-spca. org/volunteer.

Lowernine.org. Lowernine.org seeks volunteers to help renovate homes in the Lower 9th Ward. Visit www.lowernine.org or email lauren@lowernine.org.

National World War II Museum. The museum accepts applications for volunteers to greet visitors and familiarize them with its galleries and artifacts. Call (504) 5276012, ext. 243, or email katherine.alpert@ nationalww2museum.org.

New Canal Lighthouse Museum. The Lake

Pontchartrain Basin Foundation seeks volunteer docents. Visit www.saveourlake. org or call (504) 836-2238.

New Orleans Airlift: The Music Box Village. Volunteers are needed for education workshops, events and general duties.

Visit www.neworleansairlift.org.

NOLA for Life Mentors. The city initiative’s partner organizations seek adults to mentor boys ages 15 to 18 who are at risk for violence. Visit www.nolaforlife.org/ give/mentor.

NOLA Tree Project. The forestry organization seeks volunteers to adopt and trim trees around the city. Visit www.nolatreeproject.org.

NOLA Wise. The partnership of Global Green, the City of New Orleans and the Department of Energy helps homeowners make their homes more energy efficient.

It seeks volunteers, who must attend a 30-minute orientation. Email mrowand@ globalgreen.org.

Parkway Partners. The green space and community garden organization seeks volunteers for building, gardening and other projects. Email info@parkwaypartnersnola.org, call (504) 620-2224 or visit www.parkwaypartnersnola.org.

Refugee mentors. Catholic Charities of New Orleans’ Refugee Service Program seeks volunteers, especially those with Arabic, Burmese and Spanish language skills, to help newly arrived refugees learn about everyday life in America.

Senior companions. The New Orleans Council on Aging seeks volunteers to assist seniors with personal and daily tasks so they can live independently. Visit www. nocoa.org or call (504) 821-4121.

SpayMart. The humane society seeks volunteers for fundraising, grant writing, data input, adoptions, animal care and more.

Visit www.spaymart.org, email info@ spaymart.org or call (504) 454-8200.

St. Thomas Hospitality House. The Catholic charity seeks individuals and groups of volunteers to serve people experiencing homelessness. Contact Daniel Thelen at nolacw@gmail.com or (517) 290-8533.

Start the Adventure in Reading. The STAIR program holds regular two-hour training sessions for volunteers, who work one-on-one with public school students to develop reading and language skills.

Call (504) 899-0820, email elizabeth@ stairnola.org or visit www.stairnola.org.

Teen Life Counts. The Jewish Family Service program seeks volunteers to teach suicide prevention to middle school and high school students. Call (504) 831-8475.

Veterans Housing Outreach Ministries.

The charity seeks volunteers to help disabled, wounded and senior veterans with food and clothing distribution, home improvements and beautification, social media and web design. Call (504) 340-3429 or visit www.veteranshousingoutreach.webs.com.

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