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Seven Things to Do This Week ................ 5 The 19 Fund, Greek Festival, Asian Heritage Festival and more

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News ...................................................................... 7 The Mother’s Day shootings: how the week played out................................................................ 7 Deborah Cotton: an appreciation ................... 9 Bouquets + Brickbats ................................... 7 Heroes and zeroes C’est What?........................................................ 7 Gambit’s Web poll Commentary ....................................................12 Bringing the good good Blake Pontchartrain..................................... 13 The young Louis Armstrong

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Greek Festival New Orleans Fri.-Sun. May 24-26 | The 40th annual Greek Festival features traditional Greek music, dance, food, pastries, ouzo and more. There are games, canoeing on Bayou St. John and kids activities as well.

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Asian Heritage Festival Sat. May 25 | The Asian Pacific American Society celebrates with music and dance performances from India, Japan, China, Thailand, South Korea, Vietnam, Indonesia and the Philippines. There also are food and crafts. Free with regular admission to the Audubon Zoo. PAGE 51.

Dirty Bourbon River Show album release Sat. May 25 | The Dirty Bourbon River Show mixes gypsy jazz, funky brass and rock into its repertoire. The group releases its seventh studio album, Volume Four, at Blue Nile. PAGE 41.

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Sunday bloody Sunday The shooting of 19 people at a Mother’s Day second line shocks — and galvanizes — crime-hardened New Orleans.

heroes + zeroes William Joyce and Joe Bluhm,

author and illustrator, respectively, of the children’s book The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore, received a 2013 Christopher Award. The duo will receive the honor at an event in New York City May 23. The Christopher nonprofit organization, founded in 1945, recognizes creative works that “affirm the highest values of the human spirit.”

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punter for the New Orleans Saints, is a participant in the inaugural PurpleStride New Orleans event, which features a 5-kilometer run and walk to raise awareness of pancreatic cancer, the fourth deadliest cancer in the U.S. The event is May 19 in City Park, and more details can be found at www.purplestride.org.

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search for Scott and any accomplices Brother Al Mims Jr. at a post-shooting to the shooting. rally in the 7th Ward On May 15, Big 7 organizers announced its Mother’s Day second line May 14, showing a painting he made will be restaged June 1 — and will try about street violence. to engage a broader audience.

PHOTO BY ALEX WOODWARD Big 7 President Edward Buckner told Gambit the social aid and pleasure club’s June 1 second line is not only a chance to “re-do” the Mother’s Day event, but to stage a march and take a stand against violence.

“We’re hoping to really push out that we don’t just want the march against violence to happen here in New Orleans,” he said.

“We want this to happen on YouTube, Facebook, all over the country, on June 1, symbolically.”

At the May 14 rally, Buckner handed the microphone to 11-yearold Jason Foucher, who had run from the sound of gunshots at the parade.

“It sounded like a big ol’ explosion,” he said. “At least my family was safe. At least nobody got killed. ... I was the first one to run.”

“He wasn’t scared,” said his mother, Monique Foucher. “We asked God to protect us and put a shield around us.” page 8

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figure in a white T-shirt lifts a gun from his hip and steps from a sidewalk into the street. He raises the gun and fires into a crowd of 200 people. The crowd parts in all directions. The figure runs away.

Frames from surveillance footage show the panic that interrupted The Original Big 7 Social Aid and Pleasure Club’s annual Mother’s Day second line, during which a gunman, alleged to be 19-year-old Akein Scott, sprayed bullets from a 9 mm handgun into a crowd of hundreds. Nineteen people were shot and another was injured in a fall while fleeing the gunfire.

Victims were rushed to three area hospitals, including LSU Interim University Hospital, where doctors treated 11 people — three of whom were sent to the hospital’s intensive care unit and remain in critical condition. Two 10-year-old children were wounded when bullets grazed them.

By sunset on May 13, less than 48 hours after the shooting and just a few hours after crime scene investigators cleared the area, 200 people once again gathered at the intersection of North Villere and Frenchmen streets, the 7th Ward corner where the shooting happened.

A few mayoral aides moved a microphone from the sidewalk and into Frenchmen Street. A 10-person-deep crowd of news camera operators, social aid and pleasure club members, local politicians, families and neighbors surrounded Mayor Mitch Landrieu as he rolled up his sleeves and approached the mic.

The crowd hushed.

“Everybody on this street knows that what happened yesterday has nothing to do with the cultural beauty of New Orleans,” he said. “It happened during a sacred event. … We all came out here to reclaim this spot and to say what happened yesterday does not reflect who the people of New Orleans are or what we’re about.”

Landrieu echoed New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) Superintendent Ronal Serpas, who addressed the media outside NOPD headquarters on May 13 and said the shooting should not impact second-line culture.

“There is no question that second lines are a culturally important factor and fact of life in the city of New Orleans,” he said. “This we believe had nothing to do with the second line, except it occurred near where the second line was happening.”

Social aid and pleasure clubs made clear there wasn’t a question they would second line again. “It’s something that’s got to go on,” said Dismas Johnson, business manager of the Original Big 7.

A few hours later, NOPD announced Scott was the suspect.

Fifth District Detectives Robert Hurst and Rayell Johnson, with supervisors Lt. Chris Hart and Sgt. Gary Lacabe under 5th District Commander Christopher Goodly, were assigned the

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NOPD procedure for second-line coverage calls for an equal number of officers working around the neighborhood as there are officers working the parade. social aid and pleasure clubs pay for a police detail, which typically includes 10 to 12 officers for a large parade, and NOPD matches those officers on the streets.

“There’s an agreement between the city of New Orleans and the second lines … that determines how many officers the clubs will have to pay for on their own,” serpas told Gambit. “we have virtually matched the number of people who are being paid for by the club with our onduty resources to make sure there are officers present.” in the event of an emergency, serpas said officers’ priorities are twofold: provide aid to injured people and set up

“the unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof in furtherance of political or social objectives.” “we’re believing our suspects are local, live here, aren’t politically affiliated, aren’t radicals or anything like that, and they’re not foreign individuals or nationals. For the FBi, that’s what we mean by terrorism,” Dave Riker, supervisory special agent of the violent Crime Division for the New Orleans field office of the FBi, told Gambit. “You can say this is definitely urban terrorism, it’s urban terror. … But from the FBi standpoint and for what we deal with on a national level, it’s not what we consider terrorism per se.”

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“At the end of the day, our first responsibility is to do anything we can to protect life,” serpas said at the May 13 news conference. “Obviously with that many people getting hurt and falling down, our officers were making sure that they were taking care of that first.”

Meanwhile, headlines questioned whether the shooting should be considered terrorism and, if so, whether it should receive the sort of attention paid to terrorist acts like the Boston Marathon bombings.

Hours after the shooting, FBi New Orleans spokeswoman Mary Beth Romig told the Associated Press that as far as federal investigators knew, the shooting was not an act of terrorism. “it’s strictly an act of street violence,” Romig said.

The mayor disagreed. On May 14, Landrieu told wwL-Tv’s sally-Ann Roberts he considered the shooting to be an act of terrorism. “i’ve talked about whether people are terrorized by activities,” he said. “People use that term in a dramatic way, like it has to be somebody from outside threatening us on the inside. But the truth of the matter is, every day in neighborhoods across the city — this city and other cities — you have families that are afraid of going outside.”

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NOPD Chief Ronal Serpas (left) and Crimestoppers’ Darlene Cusanza brief the city on progress in the case.

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By noon May 13, Crimestoppers had received nearly 30 tips related to the shooting. “Any information is helping,” executive Director Darlene Cusanza said. “we’re just going to urge everyone else to take the time, think about what you saw, and make that phone call.”

City officials also encouraged people to call. “You have to see and say,” New Orleans City Council President Jackie Clarkson said at the news conference May 13. “That is critically important.” serpas demanded the suspects turn themselves in to police. “i can assure whoever did this, we know a lot more about you than you think we do,” he said. “My recommendation is to collect yourself and turn yourself into the nearest police facility, DA’s office or anywhere you may want.”

At a news conference outside Orleans Parish Criminal Court May 14, Landrieu blasted criminal court judges for allowing scott an opportunity to get back on the street; the teenager was released on bail last month following page 11

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As “Big Red Cotton,” she wrote about a variety of topics in post-Katrina New Orleans: the death of famed chef Austin Leslie; the eternal divide between native and non-native New Orleanians; the stories of the people of the 9th Ward; “The Welcome Arrival of Zoloft and the National Guard”; her search for the perfect “big black man named James” (“a tall black bear with a big belly who loves him a thick yella girl, the kind that would inspire Jill Scott to write a third album”); and her growing disillusionment with then-Mayor Ray Nagin.

“I’d love nothing more than to be wrong about Mayor Nagin’s ability to lead us out of darkness,” Cotton wrote.

“But you know — especially the ladies — how you feel something deep inside that you don’t want to be true, so you say to yourself, ‘Maybe I’m wrong. … ’ But later on, when the shiznit hits the fan, you realize how foolish it was to doubt what your wisdom and intuition told you.”

Cotton eventually expanded “Notes From New Orleans” into a web feature on NOLA.com. In 2009, Cotton approached Gambit about becoming a contributor to the paper. Actually, we had been pursuing her for a while, page 11

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eborah Cotton, a tireless chronicler of the New Orleans brass band and second-line community and a Gambit contributor, was among the 19 people shot when a gunman opened fire on revelers at the Original Big 7 Social Aid & Pleasure Club’s annual Mother’s Day second line. As we went to press May 17, Cotton was recovering at Interim LSU Public Hospital.

Cotton, 48, was raised in Texas and Oklahoma. She majored in AfricanAmerican studies at San Francisco State University before moving to Los Angeles. After 15 years of visiting New Orleans, she moved to the city in 2005 shortly before Hurricane Katrina and the federal levee failures.

After an evacuation to Houston by cab (“Taking a cab from New Orleans to Houston is certainly an original, if not inexpensive way to escape Armageddon,” she wrote breezily), Cotton returned to her adopted city with a mission to chronicle some of New Orleans’ most important but underreported traditions: second lines, brass bands, social aid and pleasure clubs, Mardi Gras Indians and the rich culture of her new neighborhood, Treme. Cotton blogged, photographed and filmed the events, eventually publishing a 2007 book titled Notes From New Orleans. Its subtitle — “Spicy, colorful tales of

Deborah Cotton at Kermit Ruffins’ Speakeasy in Treme last year, addressing a meeting of New Orleans musicians.

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a March arrest, when he was charged with possession of heroin, possession of stolen firearms and resisting an officer, according to Orleans Parish Criminal Court records. scott was released on $15,000 bond April 29. “i think it was a mistake,” Landrieu said, adding that he repeatedly has asked judges to set bail no lower than $30,000 for gun charges. “Unfortunately, some judges in this building have ignored that request.”

Around 10 p.m. May 15, NOPD and the U.s. Marshals’ Fugitive Task Force found scott in the 7500 block of Kingsport Boulevard in Little woods, a neighborhood in eastern New Orleans. He was processed at Orleans Parish Prison at 3 a.m. and booked with 20 counts of attempted second-degree murder.

Noon, May 16: Two swAT cars blocked one side of the intersection at North villere and Frenchmen streets. Dozens of law enforcement officers and officials, including serpas and Orleans Parish sheriff Marlin Gusman, shook hands before standing alongside Landrieu at a podium set up at the intersection. “we all came back here to make it clear that the culture of death and violence of death in New Orleans is unnatural, it’s unacceptable and the people of New Orleans have had enough,” Landrieu said.

That morning, Orleans Parish Magistrate Judge Gerard Hansen set scott’s bail at $10 million — $500,000 for each

count of attempted second-degree murder. (Coincidentally, scott already was scheduled to appear in court May 16 for drug and gun charges.) Law enforcement officials also announced the arrest of scott’s brother, 24-year-old shawn scott, who also was charged with 20 counts of attempted second-degree murder. serpas also announced the arrests of Justin Alexander, 19; Brandy George, 28; Bionca Hickerson, 22; and Nekia Youngblood, 32, who allegedly helped hide Akein scott. All have been charged with accessory after the fact to attempted second-degree murder and obstruction of justice for harboring a fugitive.

“Harboring known criminals is a serious offense,” Landrieu said. “These individuals will pay a price. They will pay because the people of this city have said enough is enough and we will not tolerate it.” in 2007, shawn scott pleaded guilty to possession of cocaine and heroin and was sentenced to five years probation. in 2008, he pleaded guilty to possession with intent to distribute heroin and was out on parole until December 2015. “shawn has a lengthy record and has demonstrated his contempt for New Orleans,” serpas said.

Landrieu and serpas noted that the way NOPD and federal agencies pursue violent criminals — coupled with the success of Crimestoppers’ anonymous tips — has changed “the rules of the game on the streets.”

“The message to these gang mem-

bers: You can’t scare nobody anymore.

And you have no idea who calls us now,” serpas said. “when we say to you, ‘we know about you more than you think,’ it’s the truth.” NOPD is “working to build a case around” shawn, serpas said.

He also said he believes the brothers “worked in concert.” “we absolutely see some connectivity between the brothers and other crimes we’ll be able to talk about in the coming weeks,” he said, adding that the brothers led a “criminal lifestyle by choice.” serpas said it’s likely the brothers are involved in gang activity with the Frenchmen and Derbigny Boys, “which have unfortunately been here since many of us were young officers,” he said. “it’s generational. ... Not far from here we know there are men who are a part of three, four generations of criminal behavior who choose to do that.”

“Murder and violence continues to hold us back,” Landrieu said. “There’s too much death and violence in the streets of New Orleans. Though we are not all at fault, every one of us that stands here today, the people in the city of New Orleans, the people in the state and the people of America, are in fact responsible for finding an answer to this problem that has been with us too long.

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New Orleans people, traditions, events you always wanted to know about —and the mainstream media doesn’t cover.” when violence erupted near a second line in 2010, and some were calling for the tradition to be shut down, Cotton wrote an essay for Gambit calling out the media, pointing out the good that social aid and pleasure clubs do in troubled neighborhoods — and noting pointedly that no one blames Mardi Gras krewes for trouble that breaks out along Uptown parade routes. writing on the website Humid City (www.humidcity.com) last week, the local blogger known as Liprap said, “New Orleans may not have been perfect, and it may have lashed out at her, but it has sustained her all these years. she’s believed in it for so long, worked so hard for it, that i couldn’t help but think that one of the greatest tributes to her toils was [New Orleans Police Chief] Ronal serpas making the point that the second line was not to blame for the shootings — and most everyone agreeing with that assessment.”

The last words of Notes From New Orleans ring as true as they did when she wrote them six years ago: “Yes, New Orleans is raggedy, disorganized and unprofessional. But it’s also the most humble, fun-loving, humanistic community left in the United States. In June 2005, I left the urban warfare loop and let the rat race go on with one less rat.

“I’ve chosen instead to grab a daiquiri on those rough days and revel in the grace of strangers in the city we all call home.”

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fascinated by her commentaries on subjects ranging from Michelle Obama’s evolving fashion style (“The Gays Got to Her”) to Nagin’s public demeanor (“signs Your Mayor Might Be a Psychopath”). And for the last four years, Cotton has written about second lines and brass bands for Gambit’s Blog of New Orleans, posting YouTube videos of parades, performances, street celebrations and whatever strikes her fancy.

Last september, as musicians and club owners organized at Kermit Ruffins’ speakeasy bar in her Treme neighborhood to decide what to do about a citywide crackdown on music club permitting, Cotton emerged as a leader to come up with solutions. she also worked with brass bands and second-line groups on matters large and small.

“How the f—k do i do a parade without Big Red?” Dismas Johnson, the manager of the Original Big 7, told Gambit last week. “it’s not the same. How am i supposed to do a parade without Big Red? she’s always asking us how we pick clothes, how we pick the band.”

But the shadow of New Orleans violence was never far from Cotton’s mind. The deaths of Hot 8 Brass Band snare drummer Dinerral shavers in 2006 and TBC Brass Band saxophonist Brandon Franklin in 2010 hit her hard — as did the murder of 2-year-old Ja’shawn Powell, who was killed by his father in 2009. in 2011, when community organizer Rafael Delgadillo was shot, she helped publicize RAFApalooza, a benefit for him.

All this took a toll. Cotton wrote openly about her depression and grief, seeking solace from clergy, psychologists and antidepressants. she developed an ulcer and was hospitalized more than once. But she has never stopped writing about the city she loves. earlier this year, she launched NewOrleansGoodGood.com, which she called “an online arts and entertainment magazine that introduces readers to those only-in-

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hen a shooter in a foreign land targets patrons of a cafe, or a car bomb goes off at an American marathon, we call it terrorism.

When a young man shoots indiscriminately into a crowd of people for no political or religious purpose, we just call that life in New Orleans. Once again, we say it has to change, yet once again it happens — as it did last week when a gunman opened fire on hundreds of people celebrating Mother’s Day at a second line in the 7th Ward (see Alex Woodward’s story, p. 7).

The news shocked even violenceweary New Orleanians and made headlines worldwide. Nineteen people were wounded by the gunfire — including Gambit correspondent Deborah “Big Red” Cotton (see story, p. 9) — and a 20th person was injured in the melee.

As a writer, Cotton has chronicled and championed second lines, brass bands, social aid and pleasure clubs and Mardi Gras Indians. She also has been a forceful voice against violence, challenging us all to examine its root causes if we intend to fix it. Most recently, she launched a website called NewOrleansGoodGood. com, dedicated to shining a light on some of the underreported “good good” things about our city.

In that spirit, let’s take a look at some of the “good good” that’s happened since last Sunday: • As of press time, no one injured in the attack had died. That’s a miracle in itself.

• Mayor Mitch Landrieu, New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) Chief Ronal Serpas and other law enforcement agencies moved quickly to find the alleged shooter and possible accomplices.

• On Tuesday, two days after the shooting, NOPD identified 19-year-old suspect Akein Scott, who was apprehended Wednesday night in eastern New Orleans. On Thursday, Serpas announced the arrest of Scott’s brother, 24-year-old Shawn Scott, and four others who allegedly hid or otherwise abetted Akein after the shootings.

The Scott brothers were booked with 20 counts each of attempted second-degree murder. Magistrate Gerald Hansen set a $10 million bail for the younger Scott ($500,000 for each count), but another judge ordered him held on no bail for at least several days on an unrelated charge.

For a citizenry fed up with inexplicably low bail amounts, this news was as important as the arrests themselves.

• Citizens did their part. NOPD officials praised the community for tips that cops received from the public and through Crimestoppers, saying they helped locate the alleged shooter.

• Those in the parade demonstrated what it means when New Orleans says “Won’t bow — don’t know how.” The TBC

Brass Band (which lost its instruments in the melee) was back performing in the 7th Ward three nights later. And the Original Big 7 Social Aid and Pleasure Club, which has staged its Mother’s Day parade for years, announced a “re-do” on June 1. The club also will collect funds for the victims, but it’s not the only organization helping out.

• The New Orleans Musicians’ Clinic will hold a blood drive in response to the shootings this Wednesday (May 22) from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Frenchmen Street Art Market (617 Frenchmen St.). There will be live music and many of the businesses on the street will be open. If you want to help, please email the clinic at office@nomaf.org with your full name, address, phone number and preferred donation time.

Let’s take a look at some of the ‘good good’ that’s happened since last Sunday.

• On Thursday (May 23) at 7 p.m., Gambit’s nonprofit arm, the Foundation for Entertainment, Development and Education, will team with the Tipitina’s Foundation for a benefit concert at Tipitina’s (501 Napoleon Ave.). Co-chairing the event are musicians Fats Domino and Donald Harrison Jr. and actor Wendell Pierce, and the lineup of performers includes the Hot 8 Brass Band, Bonerama, the Stooges Brass Band, the Revivalists, the New Orleans Suspects and Donald Harrison and the Congo Square Nation.

All concert proceeds will go to “The 19 Fund,” which will benefit the victims of the shootings and future victims in metro New Orleans. The United Way of Southeast Louisiana will be the fiscal agent for The 19 Fund, and Silence is Violence will be the fund’s administrator. Tickets to the benefit cost $40 and are available at www.tipitinas.com. You also can help by texting a donation to United Way. Details are available on Gambit’s website, www.bestofneworleans.com.

• A fund has been set up to aid Deborah Cotton (http://www.gofundme. com/2xmcaw). Register for updates on her condition and ways you can help at www.neworleansgoodgood.com — and keep her, as well as everything else that is “good good” about New Orleans, in your minds and in your hearts.

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The building where Armstrong learned to play the cornet doesn’t exist anymore; it was located on City Park Avenue.

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Despite discussions with the Recovery School District and the Orleans Parish School Board, nothing has been settled.

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The Milne Boys Home opened in 1933, housing orphans and troubled children until it closed in 1986. Over the next two decades, it was used sporadically as a center for after-school and summer

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was arrested for celebrating The foundation that leases the Milne Boys too enthusiastically by firing a Home to the city wants the property, pistol into the air on the streets which has been boarded up since 2005, of Storyville, New Orleans’ to be used as a charter school. No plans red-light district at the time. The for its future have been announced. judge sent him to the Colored PHOTO By KANDACE POWER GRAvES Waifs’ Home, where he stayed until 1914.

Peter Davis, the bandmaster at the waif’s home, gave Armstrong a cornet, programs and eventually fell into disrepair. and the first song the musician learned It never reopened after Hurricane Katrina was “Home, Sweet Home.” The waifs’ in 2005. home was the most stable environment of When the Milne home was founded, it Armstrong’s youth, and years later he said was segregated by race. Two of everythat when it came time for him to leave, he thing were built: the main building has was sorry to go. He credited his time in two identical wings, and there are smaller the home with turning around his life. matching buildings to each side of the In 1932, the Colored Waifs’ Home main mansion. The home was built by merged with Milne Boys Home, and a the city to honor Alexander Milne, a New new campus was built as a residential Orleans philanthropist who came to New facility for troubled and needy boys. From Orleans from Scotland in 1776 to engage the beginning, it was under the jurisdicin the hardware and brick manufacturing tion of the City of New Orleans and the business. When he died in 1838 at the Milne Trust, a private foundation. age of 96, he left large legacies to various In May 2012, FEMA announced it would provide $1.5 million (on top of $5.6 charities in the city.

The Milne Boys Home is eligible for million in state and city funds) to repair the listing on the National Register of Historic long-neglected Milne Boys Home. Monty Burlingame, president of the Milne Trust, Places because it is a good example of Classical Revival institutional architecture which owns the property and leases it to the city, said the repair money only solves — and for its role in the city’s social history.

Seven extant buildings — a caretaker’s half the problem. The buildings will be cottage, laundry building, chapel, adminisstabilized, but he says millions more will tration complex or the main building, north be needed before the structures can be and south cottages and a gymnasium — returned to permanent use. appear viable for renovation.

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ith less than three weeks remaining in the legislative session, Gov. Bobby Jindal continues to drain money from higher education. few probably realize exactly how much higher ed has lost under Jindal.

Jindal’s administration has cut funding to local campuses by more than $111 million since 2008, according to data sets released by the Board of regents. on average, he has cut the budgets of metro New orleans’ public universities and community colleges more than 47 percent.

The situation is worse in Baton rouge, where lSU has sustained $125 million in cuts over the past five years, with more reductions pending. lSU Interim President William Jenkins describes the situation as severe. “I want to tell you something that I think is startling,” Jenkins says of the $109 million budgeted for the fiscal year that begins July 1. “It looks like next year, the state appropriations at lSU … will in fact be less than the unfunded mandates that we get from the state.”

The Baton rouge campus must get creative, from opening the largest Barnes and Noble bookstore on any campus in america to funding parking improvements with donations. “We have to use the private sector,” Jenkins says. “There’s not a question about that. We have to provide additional scholarships. We have to become more effective. But try as we may on this slope that we’re on, the downward slide that we’re on, it’s going to be very hard to make up that difference.” locally, the differences are stacking up.

Consider the following: • lSU Health Sciences Center in New orleans: $117.9 million was budgeted in 2008; for 2013-14, the proposed figure is $70.7 million — a decrease of $47.2 million (40 percent) over the past five years.

• Southern University at New orleans: $15.6 million was budgeted in 2008; the proposed budget has $5.9 million — a decrease of $9.6 million (61 percent).

• University of New orleans: $70.8 million was budgeted in 2008; the proposed budget has $30.1 million — a decrease of $40.6 million, or 57 percent.

• delgado Community College: $41.6 million was budgeted five years ago; the proposed budget has $27.9 million — a difference of $13.7 million, or 32 percent.

If you consider these cuts a funding crisis for higher education, you’re not hearing Jindal or most legislators talk about it. over the past five years, state general funding for higher education has declined by more than $1.2 billion. other challenges are being ignored as well. for example, the ToPS scholarship program will cost the state $220

million next fiscal year. To cover that sum, the administration is pulling money from a tobacco settlement account, making the state’s general fund contribution the smallest ever.

Commissioner of Higher Education Jim Purcell says if the program isn’t scaled back, costs will soon jump to $340 million a year. “right now just letting it go on and on and on will definitely be the golden egg that hatches and eats all that’s left out there,” he said. deep cuts mean fewer employees.

In 2008 there were 41,101 employees staffing louisiana’s public colleges and universities. Today there are 37,575.

Tenure-track professors are leaving in droves, and student-teacher ratios have shot up. Mandated costs have risen nearly 26 percent. overall, louisiana now has its lowest level of state investment in higher education since the 1950s.

The story, sadly enough, is far from over.

Jindal began the budget process this year

Public colleges and universities — even with tuition hikes — have not been able to keep pace with Jindal’s cuts. by cobbling together one-time funds to prop up higher education, which of course is a recurring expense. The state constitution prohibits using one-time funds for recurring expenses, but governors and legislators typically ignore that prohibition. The House version of the budget has replaced most one-time money with spending cuts, targeted tax break reductions and a proposed amnesty program for late taxpayers.

It’s unknown what the Senate will do with the budget, although senators generally side with Jindal, who seems intent on making public colleges and universities rely more and more on private funds.

Many would agree that higher-ed tuitions have been too low, but public colleges and universities — even with tuition hikes — have not been able to keep pace with Jindal’s cuts. It has made their collective future look more and more like their distant (and dismal) past.

— Jeremy Alford is a freelance journalist in Baton Rouge. Contact him at jeremy@ jeremyalford.com. Follow him on Twitter: @alfordwrites.

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How we heal he Mother’s Day shooting on Frenchmen Street and its aftermath last week had an eerie familiarity to it. I didn’t recognize it at first, but by week’s end it occurred to me that the collective trauma felt across the city — and the passion that moved so many to respond to the tragedy with such generosity — was a bit like Hurricane Katrina.

At first, all we felt was the trauma.

Words fail to describe the shock, the numbness that follows news of young men spraying a crowd of several hundred people attending a peaceful, joyful second line with seemingly random gunfire, hitting at least 19 and causing at least one more to suffer injuries in the ensuing panic.

Not again. Not this many.

Why? Why Then came the predictable assessment of responsibility — the blame game. After Katrina it was easy: the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers designed and built defective levees and

In the short run, the sad answer is we can’t. The collective failures mentioned above are very real, in varying degrees. The best we can do right now is give our police and prosecutors the resources they need to arrest the guilty parties and lock them up.

In the long run, we must address our collective failures with sound policies, prudent allocation of scarce resources and patience.

That’s a tall order.

We also have to resolve not to give up hope. That, too, evokes Katrina.

Our collective resolve is being tested once again. We must respond with faith, hope, love — and resilience.

Many already are doing that by coming together to help the shooting victims. If we cannot prevent the violence, at least in the short run, we can at least offer hope and help to its victims. In some cases, friends of individuals shot on May 12 are raising money to help their loved ones recover. On a larger scale, the

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In the case of the May 12 shootings, I say “predictable” because the culprits are all the usual suspects: the public school system (which actually has improved significantly since Katrina, but apparently not in time to change the lives of the 19- and 24-year-old suspects); the welfare state; lenient judges who somehow should have foreseen that Akein Scott and his brother Shawn would someday (allegedly) commit this horrific act; the city’s “culture of violence”; illegal drugs and turf wars; a general lack of individual responsibility; guns (either too many or not enough) … yadda, yadda, yadda.

Let’s be clear: Responsibility rests squarely with the shooters. They made a decision to do what they did, and they must suffer the consequences of that decision.

The much tougher question is how can we prevent this from happening again?

United Way and Silence Is Violence have created The 19 Fund to help all victims of the May 12 shooting — and all future victims of violence in metro New Orleans.

“The 19 victims from the May 12 shooting, and the two other New Orleanians shot elsewhere in the city that same day, need our support,” reads a statement from Silence Is Violence. “However they came to that tragic moment, supporting those victims is the compassionate thing to do.

Supporting victims, not ignoring them, also ensures that they will come away from their tragedies more likely to become part of a solution, less likely to despair, disengage and thereby fuel the cycle. Each time a New Orleanian becomes a victim of violence, let us make this same decision: to support them and summon them to the cause of peace.”

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For years it remained a fairly small circuit of individuals including Chris McMillian, a veteran bartender who works at the new restaurant Kingfish; Lu Brow at the Swizzle Stick Bar, which opened in 2004 in conjunction with the Brennan restaurant family’s Cafe Adelaide; Chris Hannah at Arnaud’s, who transformed the venerable Creole restaurant’s French 75 bar into an anchor of the early craft cocktail movement;

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It may have been lighthearted, but the gathering was also a testament to the serious cocktail scene burgeoning in New Orleans. Far from the powdered mix punches and enormous plastic gocups long affiliated with New Orleans drinks, in this new scene cocktails are afforded culinary attention, and the bartenders preparing them have formed an extraordinarily tight-knit league of fellow practitioners.

“New Orleans has always had cocktail history, but in a really short time New Orleans has become a world-class city for craft cocktails,” says Jeff “Beachbum” Berry, who writes about drinks and travels the world giving cocktail presentations.

He moved to New Orleans in 2012 and plans to open a tiki bar here by the end of the year.

“There is some heavy talent in this town, but they’re doing the cocktail thing in a different way, a New Orleans way,” Berry says.

Outwardly, the signs of the cocktail trend in New Orleans resemble what’s happening in other cities, with new cocktail-themed bars opening and cocktail lists proliferating at restaurants. But many of the people working in the business say there’s a culture building alongside the rapidly growing scene, and that it stems from particular local conditions.

Some are practical, like the annual Tales of the Cocktail festival and conference, which brings the cocktail world to New Orleans each July, or the Museum of the American Cocktail, which opened its permanent home here in 2008 and hosts events throughout the year. New Orleans history plays a role, since many now-classic cocktails originated here. There’s also a tie to the city’s unique character.

“It’s more than the recipes, it’s more than the ingredients. It’s something richer and something deeper,” says Dale DeGroff, a drinks consultant who is widely credited with leading the cocktail revival as a bartender at New York’s famed Rainbow Room beginning in the 1980s. “It’s just the whole package. New Orleans is hospitality, sophistication, style, married to a naughty, childlike enthusiasm, and when you put that in the context of cocktails, you can see why they’re so big here now.”

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and Alan Walter, who first introduced his complex, often botanically driven drinks at the restaurant Iris and is now creative director for the CBD bar Loa. More craft cocktail destination bars began to emerge, like Bar Tonique in the French Quarter and Cure on Freret Street. Ann Tuennerman, founder of Tales of the Cocktail, says these forerunners helped legitimize the craft cocktail approach in New Orleans.

“People started realizing that the bar can’t be taken for granted,” Tuennerman says. “Not everybody has to be making their own bitters, but the idea of quality and craft is drilling down and spreading out.”

Neal Bodenheimer, who opened Cure with his business partners in

2009, says craft cocktails – with their specialty ingredients, longer prep time and typically higher prices — weren’t immediately embraced by everyone.

“For the first year after we opened, I wondered if craft cocktails would really catch on here,” he says. “A lot of people just thought it was precious. And, let’s face it, sometimes some of it is a little precious. But once we got our bar-side manner right, bringing in more of that New Orleans hospitality and customer focus, more people got to see that it’s really about pride in craftsmanship and that they get something better as a result.”

Bodenheimer and his partners expanded in 2011 with Bellocq on Lee Circle; in June they plan to convert the

Janet and Avery Glasser relocated their artisan bitters and spirits company Bittermens to New Orleans earlier this year after outgrowing their original production facility in Brooklyn, N.Y.

In some ways the recent rise of craft cocktails in New Orleans mirrors trends in the culinary world. The fresh

and handmade approaches hold sway and, like their chef counterparts, the professional horizons for bartenders have soared as their work gets more attention and acclaim.

Even in the 1990s, McMillian remembers, introducing higher quality (and pricier) ingredients for the classic cocktails he wanted to serve led to battles with management wherever he worked. Now he describes a relationship of “true collaboration” with the owners of Kingfish, who prominently feature his name on the restaurant’s website.

Known as a font of cocktail history, McMillian fields interviews from around the world, and his presentations have taken him from the Smithsonian in

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former French Quarter bar Pravda (which they now operate as a long-term pop-up bar Perestroika at Pravda) into Cane & Table, a bar focused on rum drinks. Bodenheimer, who grew up in New Orleans and learned about craft cocktails while working in New York restaurants, believes the cocktail boom here is part of the city’s overall reboot since Hurricane Katrina.

“People are moving here in a way I’ve never seen before,” he says, “and in the cocktail world they’re moving here because there’s opportunity in their field and because there’s history here.”

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Tiffany Soles is president of the local chapter of the U.S. Bartenders Guild and pours at Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse.

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“It’s just like in restaurants now, you have so many ways of expressing yourself at the bar,” he says. “The opportunity for growth and travel and learning is endless now. But we couldn’t do all of this if we were just making gin and tonics all the time.”

Bartenders say Tales of the Cocktail has been instrumental in recasting the image of New Orleans drinks, developing local talent and inspiring more people in the industry to move to New Orleans.

“You know the way some people come for Jazz Fest and never leave?

That’s what happens to bartenders at Tales,” Berry says.

It was a basic introductory seminar to bartending at the event in 2006 that led Tiffany Soles away from a hotel sales job and into the career path that put her behind the bar at Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse. She liked the way craft cocktails combined technical precision with creative interpretation, and she liked the social atmosphere of a bar. Soles joined the U.S. Bartenders Guild, and today she’s the local chapter’s president. Initially the openness of the guild’s members took her by surprise. page 26

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refer customers and savvy visitors to favorite peers around town.

Kimberly Patton-Bragg, who leads the bar at the Lee Circle restaurant Tivoli & Lee, says this is “like having a bartending library in everyone’s brains that we can access.” But the close alliance among New Orleans bartenders also may belie a little defensiveness.

“We’ve been beat up a bit with all the talk about how ... the real cocktail culture is in New York or San Francisco,” Patton-Bragg says. “So, if anything, we are protective of each other more than competitive against each other. We know we represent New Orleans.”

Everyone in the business has heard the knocks on New Orleans cocktails, says Steve Yamada, another bartender at Tivoli & Lee. “It goes like, ‘The drinks are too sweet, oh, the water quality isn’t good enough, you can just tell by the ice,’ stuff like that,” he says dismissively.

Just last month a New York Times travel feature named San Francisco as “New York’s only real rival for American cocktail supremacy.” But Loa’s Walter says the cocktail culture in New Orleans is unique because it has more to do with local significance than national superlatives.

“The culture isn’t special here because we have the most edgy cocktails or micro-distillers or the most cocktail bars,” he says. “We’re outdone on sheer numbers alone by other cities. But it’s because we’re closer to the reason why people drink cocktails and celebrate and commune in the first place.”

Skilled bartenders can make upscale drinks anywhere, but here, he says, “it’s backed up by a culture that espouses what spirits are for: toasting to the essence of things. To be at their best, cocktails call for an occasion, and we are nothing if not a rosary of occasions.”

Could the nascent New Orleans cocktail culture change? Berry says it’s possible that as cocktails gain a larger profile here, “opportunistic people” could jump in the game, motivated more by a glitzy scene than a dedication to craft. But, he says, the city “has a way of weeding that out.”

“This is a hard place to live,” Berry says. “You have hurricanes and power failures and all this Third World infrastructure we have to deal with all the time. So the people who don’t really love it and love the people are probably not going to last very long, because if you’re just after the money, you can probably do better in other markets.”

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“You go to their networking events and people really are networking,” she says. “I remember in the sales world, if you had any edge at all you kept that to yourself.

But with us, if you’re looking to improve a drink that has you stumped, 30 people will tell you their suggestions and experiences.”

Anderson Stockdale says that spirit helped her find her way quickly in the cocktail scene after moving to New Orleans from Seattle in 2010.

“I feel like this community scooped me up,” she says.

Stockdale initially worked at a coffee house, but once she expressed an interest in learning cocktails, people were effusive with advice on everything from books to seminars to job openings. She now holds shifts at different bars (Bellocq, the Mid-City backstreet bar 12 Mile Limit and the late-night, hard-rocking watering hole the Saint) to get a variety of work experiences.

This mobility in and around the New Orleans cocktail circuit is common, and it’s another dynamic behind its tight-knit nature.

“I’ve gotten every job here from recommendations from other people, bartenders who are willing to help you out and bar owners who encourage you to try new styles,” she says. “I think in other cities people are just a lot more competitive and protective of what they know in this business, whereas here everyone really does help each other out.”

The idea of community and collaboration in the New Orleans cocktail world extends beyond bartenders. In fact, it helped convince Janet and Avery Glasser to relocate their artisan bitters and spirits company Bittermens to New Orleans earlier this year after outgrowing their original production facility in Brooklyn, N.Y. The husband-and-wife team ship their handmade products worldwide, so they wanted to be near a port. Less practical considerations sealed the deal for their move, however.

“We both felt like as soon as we came here, we were invited in,” Avery Glasser says. “Every time we’re out for dinner or for drinks, we bump into people from the industry. That’s good not just for business opportunities but to feel, at the end of the day, like you’re part of a community.”

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There are seven employees, most of whom are veterinary technicians. Uptown Veterinary Hospital offers a full line of services including wellness exams, skin care, flea control, spaying and neutering services — all at prices are competitive, Miller says.

One of the more common treatments Miller performs is teeth cleaning because many pets have dental disease and their owners are unaware. Pets are under general anesthesia, monitored by Miller while a technician scales and polishes each tooth. Pets recover in the hospital and generally return home that evening.

It’s a simple and painless procedure that can be cost-effective in the long run.

“Treat your pet like your child,” Miller says, advising pet owners to take their animals to the vet after observing initial symptoms.

Though most of her patients are dogs and cats, Miller treats most four-legged animals, including an occasional ferret and other pocket pets. Miller, who owns one dog and two cats, enjoys seeing her patients outside of the hospital too.

“I see them in the grocery store, I see them everywhere,” she says. “Reaching out to your clients as friends — the connection is important.”

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t Uptown Veterinary Hospital (731 Nashville Ave., 504-8974973; www.uptownvetnola.com), it’s not uncommon for dogs to come to their appointments wearing tutus and other frilly frocks, even when it’s not Carnival season. Dr. Jessica Miller, a veterinarian and owner of the clinic, wouldn’t have it any other way.

“My Louisiana clients have a lot more flair,” says Miller, who practiced in Washington, D.C. for four years before moving back to her home state and becoming the owner of Animal Care Center in 2006, and then opening in Uptown Nov. 1, 2012.

The Uptown building, which used to house Audubon Veterinary Hospital, is a cozy Victorian-style house around the corner from Whole Foods Market and several boutiques and eateries.

When the decades-old Audubon Veterinary Clinic closed last spring, Miller seized the opportunity to be part of an “intimate neighborhood” closer to her Uptown clients, who’d drive to Metairie for their appointments at Animal Care Center. Miller renovated the waiting room/ reception area and the two exam rooms.

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The new bar serves tiki drinks made with regional liquors like tequilas, mezcal, pisco and cachaca, in addition to more traditional rum recipes, and the kitchen serves small plates blending Peruvian, Polynesian, Mexican and Central American flavors. Sample dishes include sweet corn tamale cakes with salsa verde; Mexican crema picante and avocado; tostones with pork and habanero mango jelly; braised oxtail with red wine and cinnamon gravy; Brazilianstyle chocolates called brigadeiros; and rumaki, a Polynesian restaurant standard of water chestnuts and chicken livers wrapped in bacon.

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’ve heard New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival food booths described as offering curious visitors a crash course in New Orleans cooking. This year I learned what an effective refresher they can be for locals as well. It was trout Baquet, served on a paper plate outdoors in a light drizzle, that reminded me I was long overdue for another visit to its natural habitat, Li’l Dizzy’s Cafe in Treme.

The fish is pan-fried with a peppery, garlicky seasoning blend sealed into its crust, and it’s topped by a nearly-equal amount of crabmeat sautéed with onions, parsley and more garlic until it’s more like a buttery hash than a sauce. With a lemon wedge squeeze, and maybe some sides of white beans and mac and cheese, it’s a straightforward Creole dish that has a lot to say.

That’s the story all over Li’l Dizzy’s. This is an easygoing, somewhat disheveled neighborhood cafe where stacks of soda cases share floor space with a salad bar. Many meals come straight from the buffet (served at lunch and Sunday brunch) and most of the dishes are drawn from a long family legacy of Creole soul cooking.

It goes back to Eddie’s, which proprietor Wayne Baquet’s father opened in 1966. Despite an obscure address on a 7th Ward back street, it drew national attention before closing in 1994. Baquet has operated a number of restaurants since, all more or less based on the family cookbook, and he opened Li’l Dizzy’s in 2004. A second Li’l Dizzy’s in the CBD has since closed, but in Treme, service recently expanded to add early dinner (until 8 p.m. and BYOB).

The place is busiest at lunch, when cops, women in business suits and guys in Birkenstocks all take turns along a buffet that has crab cakes one day, stuffed peppers the next and fried chicken at all times.

A buffet may not seem like the place to find legendary food, but that’s where Li’l Dizzy’s keeps its superlative gumbo, which is crowded with seafood and meat and defined by a thin, dark, intense roux imbued with bits of everything. Hot sausage is made with a family recipe that goes way back. Dense, brick-red and assertively spicy, these beef and pork links are plated with red beans and stacked inside sturdy po-boy loaves where their juice melds with the mayo.

If the notion of a Creole breakfast brings to mind a big brunch, weekday mornings at Li’l Dizzy’s show other possibilities. Fried catfish is just as natural beside scrambled eggs as bacon and the standout is the seafood omelet po-boy, with crabmeat packed around the edges and yellow American cheese oozing from every inch.

The a la carte menus are short, and sometimes I wish there were more choices. But the overall lineup at Li’l Dizzy’s reflects a long distillation of New Orleans eating.

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interview Tiki Tolteca has a limited and somewhat loose schedule, opening at 5 p.m.

Tuesdays and Thursdays, as well as occasional Fridays.

On June 11, Tiki Tolteca hosts a benefit event for the New Orleans-based Museum of the American Cocktail featuring the history of the mai tai and samples of that tiki standard.

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A number of restaurants have expanded service recently, adding new options of note around town.

In the French Quarter, Kingfish (337 Chartres St., 504-598-5005; www.kingfishneworleans.com) now serves lunch.

Kingfish debuted about a month ago with chef Greg Sonnier of pre-Katrina’s Gabrielle fame running the kitchen. Like the dinner menu, lunch features an offbeat take on Louisiana flavors. There’s smoked rabbit gumbo, duck hash, pork and grits stew, a Buffalo burger and “boudinandouille,” which is a link of the chef’s andouille stuffed with boudin, wrapped with puff pastry and served with greens. Lunch is served daily and most daytime entrees are between $12 and $14.

The restaurant also is finishing construction of Counter by Kingfish, a casual carry-out and service-counter spinoff that looks like it will be for Kingfish what the Link Restaurant Group’s Butcher (930 Tchoupitoulas St., 504-588-7675; www.cochonbutcher.com) is to Cochon.

Located next door and sharing a kitchen, Counter by Kingfish will offer sandwiches, salads and butcher-case specialties. Sonnier expects it to open in June.

The long-running Uptown bistro La Crepe Nanou (1410 Robert St., 504899-2670; www.lacrepenanou.com) introduced a Sunday brunch service earlier this spring. Served from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., brunch borrows a lot from the dinner menu and ably demonstrates the crossover appeal of Nutella crepes, big brothy bowls of mussels and frites and salade Nicoise, to say nothing of cocktails and aperitifs. There are omelets and, in addition to the classic French croque madame and croque monsieur sandwiches, there’s a vegetarian croque avocat with mashed avocado.

Another new brunch option is available at Tivoli & Lee (926 St. Charles Ave., 504-962-0909; www.tivoliandlee.com).

This modern Southern bistro opened earlier this year with Patois alum chef Mike Nirenberg at the helm and a menu full of regional flavors. Sunday brunch features dishes like chicken-fried steak, lump crab Benedict and a miniature version of chicken and waffles. While the restaurant is noted for its craft cocktails, patrons can try their own skills during brunch at the build-your-own Bloody Mary bar.

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What’s it like preparing food for this festival?

Zissis: It’s something that brings in the whole community. The Greek community is small here, but it’s very old and we’re very proud of it. We start in January with workshops twice a week. Maybe 30 to 50 people will come out each time to make pastries, make our dips, hand roll our dolmades (stuffed grape leaves). We get people outside the Greek community, too, who want to help. It’s very social. You walk in and you see all of your friends, like an extension of your family, and that goes every week until the festival.

Rotisserie lamb is a centerpiece of the festival. Why is it such a big deal?

Z: It’s the very traditional way we do it. Back in Greece, every family would have lamb on a spit for any celebration. It’s like crawfish boils over here, that’s how common it is. For the festival, we get whole spring lambs, we cut them ourselves and marinate them overnight. More people are eating lamb now, but this is different. People think about eating lamb chops with mint jelly, like they’re in England. Do not even suggest that to a Greek person.

That would be like putting mint jelly on a beignet.

For people visiting for the first time, what’s some inside scoop?

Z: Get a bottle of wine and take it to the edge of the bayou. You have some Greek wine, the water flowing by, at night maybe the stars are out, you can feel like you’re on a Greek island. Where else can you do that? — IAN MCNULTY

address on Metairie Road. Construction is underway for Cocina Mizado (5080 Pontchartrain Blvd., phone n.a.), which will occupy the same site that was a Semolina location for many years. Cocina Mizado is expected to open in late September.

“We’ll be doing Latin American, but definitely not Tex-Mex,” says Greg Reggio, one of the partners in Cocina Mizado. “Don’t expect combo platters and chips and salsa that hit the table as soon as you walk in. We have enough of those around town.”

Instead, Reggio says, the menu will draw broadly from Mexican, Caribbean and Central American traditions and give them modern twists, while working in contemporary Peruvian flavors, which already pack a lot of their own fusion factors between Asian, Andean and Spanish influences.

“Peruvian is really hot right now, and we’re excited by all the potential that gives us,” Reggio says. “We’ll be taking the base of what these cuisines are about, and presenting them to people in a fun, hip setting.”

Reggio says prices will be roughly on par with the company’s Zea menus, and specialty drinks will be part of the program. Cocina Mizado will have a large

bar that will connect with an outdoor patio space shaded by mature oaks already on the site.

Don’t go looking for “mizado” in a Spanish-to-English dictionary. It’s a portmaneau of two Spanish words, combining mirador (viewpoint) and cruzado (to cross). Reggio says this represents the restaurant’s view on Latin cuisines and also its location near the crossroads between New Orleans and Metairie. The potential for future expansion of the concept also guided the name choice.

“We wanted a name we could trademark for a restaurant we think could grow,” Reggio says.

The restaurant will be roughly the same size as the Semolina store it replaces — about 5,000 square feet. Though the building appears tall in renderings, and includes a 40-foot tower, the restaurant space will all be on one floor.

Cocina Mizado is a project of Taste Buds Management, the restaurant development and consulting firm Reggio runs with partners Hans Limburg and Gary Darling. The three men created the Semolina restaurant concept in 1991 and Zea in 1997. The Semolina location at the Metairie Road site was destroyed by fire in 2006.

FIVE in FIVE SOuth AmErIcAN rEStAurANtS Baru 3700 Magazine St., (504) 895-2225 www.barutapas.com Coastal Colombian small plates feature lots of seafood.

Churra’s Brazilian Grill 3712 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 467-9595 A self-serve, pay-by-weight churrascaria.

La Boca 857 Fulton St., (504) 525-8205 www.labocasteaks.com This Argentine steakhouse serves unconventional cuts of beef.

Las Carnitas 2721 Roosevelt Blvd., Kenner, (504) 469-1028 Big Chilean flavors stand out in a tiny strip mall cafe.

Mais Arepas 1200 Carondelet St., (504) 523-6247 www.facebook.com/maisarepas The menu is built around Colombia’s griddled corn cakes.

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Royal Street Stroll On Thursday, the Royal Street Stroll matches vintners with art and antique galleries on Royal Street.

Patrons can browse the galleries and sample wines. There also are musicians and food vendors on the street, including both local restaurants and food trucks. Spread along the stretch will be Washboard Chaz, Leroy Jones, Robin Barnes and other performers. Participating restaurants include GW Fins, Antoine’s Restaurant, Bourbon House, Kingfish and others. Food trucks Frencheeze, La Cocinita and Foodie Call will park on the 800 block of Royal Street and Ms. Linda the Ya-ka-mein Lady will serve food as well. Tickets are $89 in advance, $109 at the event.

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im Hanni is a trained chef and Master of Wine, a certification of expertise in wine and spirits knowledge. He’s also a maverick in his approach to tasting wines, questioning the premise of objective standards in scoring systems for wines. In his book Why You Like the Wines You Like he breaks down an approach that is more like a personality assessment. Hanni embraces the subjectivity of taste and has his own system of tasting profiles.

He notes that experts often disagree about wines, and that has as much to do with their own physiology as the characteristics of the wine.

Why did you write this book?

Hanni: I wrote this book to disrupt the status quo. It is intended to empower wine consumers by providing a new understanding of personal wine preferences and insights into the preferences of others.

Should I pay attention to critics?

If so, which ones?

H: There are so many critics out there, I recommend that wine consumers who want some guidance find a critic who seems to parallel their — the consumer’s — likes and dislikes.

How do the new fundamentals in your book define a wine’s balance?

H: Balance is the subjective interrelationship between sweetness, acidity, alcohol, tannins or bitterness and intensity that provides the overall flavor profile of a wine. Good balance is determined by personal preferences and expectations.

How can I determine what kind of taster I am?

H: Sweet tasters are the most physiologically sensitive group. This group wants sweet to mask bitterness and alcohol. They add a lot of cream and

sugar to their coffee, if they even drink coffee. They use a lot of salt in food, again to overwhelm bitterness. They love sweet wines that are low in alcohol, even with steak.

Hypersensitive tasters are the largest segment of the population. They live in a sensory cacophony, are often artistic, love fragrances and strong flavors, may be prone to attention deficit disorder and are sensitive to bitter flavors and an abundance of alcohol in beverages.

Sensitive tasters go with flow. They like coffee with moderate amounts of cream and sugar, but will take the coffee black if those additives are not available.

They are compliant to a wide range of sensations but seek balance among all components. They also appreciate complex wines and consider this an important attribute. This group is the most adventurous of the tasting groups.

Tolerant tasters: This group does not understand what all the fuss is about.

They like things bigger, faster, stronger.

Bottom-line oriented, tolerant tasters like big red wines, as well as Scotch, cigars and cognac. They are oblivious to high levels of tannin and alcohol.

If you are interested to learn what kind of a wine taster you are, take the short, free self-assessment at www.myvinotype.com.

How does one learn how to match wine and food?

H: These are highly personal decisions.

Smell and taste are completely separate and independent sensations. We perceive flavor, both taste and smell, simultaneously using other sensations that influence our perceptions — memories define what we can and cannot identify.

Personal experiences, even emotions, contribute to the identification process. The mind uses sensory prompts, especially smells, to create an expectation for the experience to come. What you perceive is personal and cannot be replicated by another person.

The aromatics of wine often remind us of foods such as fruits, herbs, spices and butter. You can create a great match by including ingredients in a dish that echo — and therefore emphasize — the aromas and flavors in wine.

Given all that, you can appreciate why the best food and wine pairings have to be based on what the diner likes, maybe not some lofty opinion handed down from a third party.

Why do I like the wines I like?

H: Why you like what you like is determined by the coalescence of immediate sensations, pre-programmed intuitive responses to sensory stimuli and memories from our life experiences, all coming together in our brain.

In the broad picture, everyone is an individual with their own tastes. We all go about the business of tasting the same way, with the overall impressions coming mainly from our sense of smell.

That is followed by the limited sense of taste we individually possess in varying levels of strength.

Strongly coupled with the actual act of tasting are other factors, such as what kind of a mood are we in, what types of surroundings are we in and who are we with.

At a fun social surrounding, we may find a wine we are just crazy about, and a few days later at a tense business dinner try it again and wonder, “What was I thinking?”

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Umami taste is a savory quality and is mainly associated with Asian cuisines. Western palates struggle with this concept because we are not taught to recognize it.

Think of an uncooked mushroom.

Bite it. Now microwave the mushroom.

It becomes softer, more approachable and more giving in flavors. The nonumami-glutamic acid is converted into glutamate, a more savory compound, and one we can actually taste.

Many foods that are high in umami characteristics, such as cooked asparagus and tomatoes, become better matches with wine after the addition of salt and lemon.

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The Marlborough region on the tip of New Zealand’s south island possesses ideal conditions for sauvignon blanc.

Ocean breezes and mineral-rich soils give this wine its distinctive expression.

It is aged in barrels and undergoes malolactic fermentation. The wine is pleasing by itself, but when paired with food, its citrus and passion fruit flavors and herbaceous notes blossom. Drink it with shrimp remoulade, crab ravigote, raw oysters, artichoke and asparagus.

Buy it at: Pearl Wine Co. Drink it at: Antoine’s Restaurant.

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Some frivolous wine names seem designed to mask otherwise unappealing wines, but that is not the case with this bottling. Winemaker Tuck Beckstoffer blends grenache grapes from two vineyards, one in cool Mendocino and the other in warmer Paso Robles. This copper-colored wine opens up with melon flavor and granite notes. The bouquet offers lemon curd, orange peel and flowers. Cold fermentation and the saignee method of exposing the wine to grape skins give the wine intense flavor but a low alcohol content. It has a bone-dry flavor profile and a clean, balanced finish. Drink it with egg salad sandwiches, fried chicken, barbecue and seafood. Buy it at: Swirl Wine Bar & Market and Whole Foods Market in Metairie.

2011 Marques de Caceres Deusa Nai Albarino RIAS BAIXAS, SPAIN $15-$16 RETAIL

There’s a hint of the sea on the nose of this albarino from Rias Baixas in northwestern Spain. Citrus notes combine elegantly with stone fruit character, and there are notes of orange, apricot, peach, green apple and tropical fruit. A strong chill doesn’t numb its flavor, and it has a bracing acid finish. Albarino is made to be enjoyed young, when the fruit is at its freshest. Buy it at: Martin Wine Cellar, Dorignac’s. Drink it at: Vega Tapas Cafe, Rue 127, Cafe Minh and Oak.

Some German wines pair well with New Orleans’ spicy, heavy and rich cuisine, and this authentic riesling, which is dry, not sweet is one. Schloss Vollrads has been making wine for more than 800 years. The bouquet offers aromas of green apple, tropical fruits, peach and mango. On the palate, taste a faint hint of sugar and a prevalent acidity. Drink it with boiled seafood and Asian, Cajun and Mexican cuisines. Buy it at: Pearl Wine Co., Hopper’s Carte des Vins and Dorignac’s. Drink it at: Restaurant August, Root, Bourbon House, Red Maple, Lakeside Seafood and Hilton New Orleans Riverside.

2012 Feudi di San Gregorio Ros’Aura Rosato CAMPANIA, ITALY $14-$15 RETAIL

This Italian wine is powerful yet graceful. The aglianico grape is mostly identified with big, bold red wines, but this is a more elegant expression. Although the Campania region in Southern Italy is not known for producing subtle wines, this is a classic rose. The deep pink wine has a bit of carbon dioxide, which the Italians refer to as frizzante.

It is very dry but the bouquet includes aromas of cranberry, pomegranate and herbs. Its minerality leaves the senses clean and satisfied. Drink it with pasta, charcuterie plates, pizza, meatballs, cannelloni and bruschetta. Buy it at: Swirl Wine Bar & Market and Faubourg Wines. Drink it at: Iris, Borgne, Ancora Pizzeria, a Mano, Charcoal’s Gourmet Burger Bar, Renaissance New Orleans Pere Marquette and Ristorante del Porto.

2011 Harlaftis Estate White ATTICA, GREECE $13-$15 RETAIL

Harlaftis presents the proper Greek expression of savatiano, the most widely planted white wine grape in Greece.

The region has been cultivated for grape growing for centuries, but this wine is produced with thoroughly modern processes, including trellising

techniques. Vinification is done entirely in stainless steel, and the wine never touches wood. It exudes strong aromas of peach, pear and honeysuckle. On the palate, it offers a unique flavor not found in other white varietals. Drink it with dolmas, phyllo cheese triangles, spinach pie, smoked salmon, feta and leek pitas and other light fare. Buy it at: Faubourg Wines and Rouses in Uptown. Drink it at: Schiro’s Cafe and Bar.

2012 Domaine de Triennes Rose PROVENCE, FRANCE $16 RETAIL

Triennes was founded in 1989 and named for the ancient Roman festival held every three years to honor Bacchus. This wine is a blend of primarily cinsaut with grenache and merlot. On the palate, taste strawberry and bits of peach and watermelon. It is punctuated with strong acidity on the finish. Drink it with sushi, boiled crabs, fried soft-shell crabs, red beans and sausage, grilled vegetables and soft cheeses. Buy it at: Martin Wine Cellars in Uptown and Metairie.

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2010 Tangent Sauvignon Blanc EDNA VALLEY, CALIFORNIA $13 RETAIL

2010 BlackSmith Chardonnay COLUMBIA VALLEY, WASHINGTON

This new label from Forgeron Cellars is a chardonnay-heavy blend of semillon, grenache blanc, orange muscat, Marsanne and viognier. In the glass, sense aromas of crisp pear, flowers and lemon basil. On the palate, taste pineapple, papaya, green apple and a bready character, indicating time spent aging on the lees. Drink it with chicken salad, roasted pork loin, grilled white fish and pasta bordelaise. Buy it at: Swirl Wine Bar & Market.

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lmost everyone loves Champagne and the excitement of popping a cork. But Champagne can be costly. Fortunately, there are many good Champagne alternatives. To be labeled Champagne, the wine must come from the region of Champagne, but sparkling wines are produced in other regions of France as well as Italy, Spain, the U.S., South Africa and myriad other places.

They have different names and characters, and many cost less than $30.

When comparing labels, note that some identify the grapes used and the method to make the sparkling wine.

Methode traditionelle (formerly methode champenoise) means there is a second fermentation in the bottle, which gives the wine its bubbles.

There also are terms to identify the amount of sugar in the final iteration of Champagne or sparkling wine. Extra brut, sometimes called brut naturale, means little to no sugar was added during the final step of creating the wine, the dosage.

Brut is the most popular sugar level. Extra dry has a higher amount of sugar and is sweeter. Sec contains more sugar than extra dry, and the next level is demi-sec, the next sugar level up. And douze is a sweet wine.

Cremant wines are governed by laws that regulate the process and time of storage, but they are made with the methode traditionelle vinification standards, just like Champagne. Usually, cremants are wines from well-known and established wineries within a region, so consumers can purchase a trusted label even though they are not familiar with the bottling.

Cremants are made in many regions, including Alsace, Loire, Bordeaux, Burgundy and Jura. Prevalent Champagne grapes are pinot noir, Chardonnay and pinot meuniere. Other grapes used to make sparkling wines include riesling, pinot blanc, chenin blanc, cabernet Franc and gamay.

Here are locally available cremants.

• Pierre Sparr Cremant d’Alsace Brut Reserve. This sparkler is a blend of 80 percent pinot blanc and 20 percent pinot auxerrois. It offers strong lemon notes and has a solid acid backbone. Find it at Dorignac’s, The Wine Seller, Iris and Schiro’s Cafe and Bar. • Calixte Cremant d’Alsace Brut.

gogne. Jean-Charles Boisset is heir to the legendary Boisset wine empire of Vougeot, and his sparkling wines are designated by numerals. This wine comes from the Cote d’Or in Burgundy, and it features golden tones and inviting citrus flavors. It is a good match for cheese and charcuterie boards. Drink it at Patrick’s Bar Vin. • Charles Duret Cremant de Bourgogne Rose. Vincent Sauvestre, a fourth-generation Burgundian whose winemaking family is well-established in Meursault, began this project in 2003. It’s a blend of 30 percent Chardonnay and 70 percent pinot noir. Yeasts and a nutty component accent its flavor and it has a balanced, creamy finish. Find it at Martinique Bistro, SoBou, Poeyfarre Market, La Petite Grocery and R’evolution.

• Langlois Cremant de Loire Brut Rose. Made in the Loire, this sparkler is all cabernet Franc, and it offers delicate flavors of raspberry and strawberry with nutty, yeasty notes. Find it at Dorignac’s, Boucherie, Emeril’s Delmonico, Emeril’s Restaurant and Dijon.

Cava

Spanish sparkling wine made with methode traditionelle is called cava.

When a Spanish sparkling wine is made in the charmat method, it is called vinos espumosos. Almost all cavas are produced in the Penedes area within the Catalonia region, southwest of Barcelona, using macabeo, parellada and xarel-lo grapes.

• Anna de Codorniu Brut and Brut Rose. This winemaking house was founded in 1551, and in 1872, Josep Raventos invented the Spanish sparkling wine cava. Now 25 years on the market, Anna de Codorniu Brut has flavors of apple and pear. Excellent yeast aromas translate to a creamy palate feel. Buy it at Dorignac’s.

Metodo Classico, Italy

Italy produces large quantities of sparkling wine known as Prosecco, created in the namesake region from the namesake grape. But other places like the region of Trentino, in the northeast, follow different production methods.

Cantine Ferrari produces an array of Italian sparkling wine styles, and the Ferrari Brut is at the head of the pack.

The first vintage was released in 1902 after Giulio Ferrari introduced the winemaking process he had learned in Epernay, France — in the Champagne region.

It is made with Chardonnay grapes. The winery also makes a lovely rose from a blend of pinot noir and Chardonnay.

Find Ferrari Brut at Swirl Wine Bar & Market, Maximo’s, the Ritz-Carlton and Ceasar’s Restaurant.

Sparkling Wine

The New World labels bubbly wines as sparkling wine. Those wines created in the classic style are designated methode traditionelle.

• Selby Sonoma County Sparkling

Carnival – Susie Selby is a fan of New Orleans and Carnival, hence the name for her first sparkling wine. Buy it at Dorignac’s and Elio’s Wine Warehouse.

• Domaine Carneros Vintage Sparkling Wine. This outpost of the renowned Champagne house Taittinger dates all of its sparkling wines with the year of the harvest. Located in the cooler, southern areas of Napa and Sonoma counties, the ideal growing conditions for pinot noir and Chardonnay are on full display in the glass: balance, creaminess and flavors of lemon, pear, apple and berry fruit. Domaine Carneros Rose is equally impressive. Find both wines at some Rouses, Matassa’s Market, Schiro’s Bar and Cafe, The Wine Seller, Vieux Carre Wine & Spirits, Dorignac’s, Swirl Wine Bar & Market, Lakeview Grocery, Langenstein’s in Metairie, Roberts Fresh Market, Martin Wine Cellar and Acquistapace’s Covington Supermarket.

• Scharffenberger Brut Rose Excellence. Founded in 1981, this winery is considered one the premier wine operations in the U.S. Brut Rose Excellence is a salmon-hued blend of 54 percent pinot noir and 46 percent Chardonnay. On the palate, raspberry jam flavor gives way to strawberries and cream. Buy it at Martin Wine Cellar and Dorignac’s.

• Mirabelle Brut. From the famous Schramsberg winery, founded in 1862, this popular multi-vintage wine is made from fruit grown in northern California’s Anderson Valley, Carneros and the Sonoma and Marin coastal areas. The wine contains up to 20 percent of aged base-wine lots and is aged for two years at the winery. It’s a blend of pinot noir and Chardonnay. Find it at Dorignac’s, Rouses in Uptown and Acqistapace’s Covington Supermarket.

• Roederer Estate Multi-Vintage Brut. This American extension of the classic Champagne house in France places its sparkling wine in barrels to punctuate the pretty fruit with a bit of oak. This blend of Anderson Valley pinot noir and Chardonnay is further blended from the results of several harvests. Buy it at Martin Wine Cellar, Dorignac’s and most Rouses.

• J Cuvee 20 and J Brut Rose. These bottlings get beautiful bubbles from grapes grown in the cool climate of Russian River Valley vineyards, and the wines have great style and finesse. Find them at Dorignac’s, Elio’s Wine Warehouse, Vieux Carre Wine & Spirits, most Rouses, Lakeview Grocery, Hopper’s Carte des Vins, The Wine Seller, Martin Wine Cellar, Breaux Mart, W.I.N.O., Robert Fresh Market, Langenstein’s, Prytania Liquor Store, Saia’s Super Market and Acquistapace’s Covington Supermarket.

• Graham Beck Brut NV. South African wineries create sparkling wines with the same methods used in Champagne, and they call the technique “cap classique.” Graham Beck produces this brut with pinot noir and Chardonnay grapes, but the two varietals are fermented separately, blended with reserve wines and then rest on the yeast for up to 18 months.

This yields lime aromas and flavors and a creamy texture. But it at Rouses in Uptown and Dorignac’s.

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A consistent medal winner, this wine is named for Pope Callistus, who was born in Burgundy and served as Archbishop of Vienne. It’s a blend of pinot gris, Chardonnay, pinot blanc and pinot auxerrois.

The wine exudes heavy yeast and floral notes in the bouquet and a fresh effervescence and long finish. Find it at Swirl Wine Bar & Market.

• JCB No. 21 Cremant de Bour-

• Marcel Martin Cremant de Loire.

This bottling is one of the estate’s best and is labeled a “tete du cuvee.” It’s a blend of 70 percent chenin blanc, 20 percent Chardonnay and 10 percent cabernet Franc. It has a lovely effervescence, crisp acidity and complex flavors. Buy it at Dorignac’s and Swirl Wine Bar & Market.

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Serve liquor on this Gulf Coast map tray and display it on the wall when it’s not in service, $155 at Gentry.

Put a natural twist on opening wine bottles with this root corkscrew, $64 at Caravan.

Don’t fear, this lovely emergency kit is here, to erase your red wine smear. It contains two purse-sized bottles that can take care of an unexpected spill away from home, $10.50 at Gentry.

These king and queen goblets have us royally flushed, $65 at Mignon Faget (The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., 504524-2973; 3801 Magazine St., 504-8912005; Lakeside Shopping Center, 3301 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 504835-2244; www.mignonfaget.com).

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With pizza, keep it simple with a mediumbodied red like a chianti, she says. For Mariza’s salumi pizza, which features housecured meats, she recommends “a nice, brusque, fruity lambrusco — either chilled or at room temperature — such as our Rosenere Lambrusco from Emilia-Romagna.”

For chicken cacciatore lovers, Casebonne suggests an Italian sangiovese or montepulciano or a fullboded chardonnay.

For a dish like lamb osso buco, Casebonne says, “I love merlot or zinfandel with lamb, or an Italian red would work perfectly, too.”

With Mariza’s lamb belly dishes or lamb meatballs served with a poached duck egg, Casebonne points to Fratelli Revello Dolcetto d’Alba.

For the braised lamb belly with polenta and tomato, she offers Livio Felluga Vertigo Merlot, a cabernet sauvignon blend from Italy’s delle Venezie, available by the bottle or glass.

Casebonne says several of Mariza’s hearty dishes call for big reds. Short ribs rigatoni with wild mushrooms and olive mascarpone goes with Saggi’s sangiovese, cabernet and syrah blend from Washington state’s Columbia Valley.

In revisiting her Italian experiences, Casebonne recalls a cheese plate that when paired with a nutty Recioto di Soave Classico was a complete knockout.

Mariza offers daily cheese plates as well as daily house-cured charcuterie plates.

“Our house-cured meats are constantly changing,” she says. “I would choose to pair a nebbiolo such as the Damilano or

At Annunciation, A.J. McAlear pairs wines with contemporary Creole dishes.

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palate it just kind of cleansed everything.”

He says that sparkling wines can pair well with just about anyting, including salty meats, potato chips and cheeses.

McAlear recommended a good sparkling wine with one of the area’s favorite dishes, fried chicken bonne femme with raw garlic. “There’s lots of strong flavors, but it really works on so many levels. A taste of the fried chicken, then a sip of the Champagne. Those beautiful bubbles really refresh your palate,” he says.

Manning prepares a variation on chicken bonne femme by crisping the chicken in a pan and then roasting it in the oven with the garlic, and serving it over brabant potatoes, mushrooms and lardons with Marsala-based chicken stock reduction.

With Annunciation’s version, McAlear suggests a Spanish white wine from Priorat, Cellar Cal Pia Mas D’en Compte, or a French Bourgogne blanc, Domaine Maroslavac-Leger Puligny Montrachet.

He’s also fond of the Bussola Ca’ del Laito Valpolicella Ripasso Superiore with the dish.

Looking at some other Louisiana specialties, McAlear recommends pairing an off-dry Riesling Kabinett with crawfish or shrimp etouffee. “The wine’s good acidity marries with the richness of the dish,” he says.

At the restaurant, McAlear chooses a white Italian Masseria li Veli Verdeca from San Marco to serve with etouffee.

He even has recommendations for the most common lunchtime staples, like red beans and rice with sausage. McAlear says roses such as Cabernet d’Anjou or a southern Rhone rose are a perfect match. He also likes pairing either a valpolicella or pinot noir.

With chicken or duck and andouille gumbo, McAlear likes a Priorat red because the wine is big enough to stand up to the dish, he says. “Rhone reds also pair well with game birds, and I can see a Gigondas or another southern Rhone with the dish, perhaps from Rasteau or the new Vinsobres AOC.” Thinking of what to serve with shrimp remoulade, McAlear noted that the vinegar base makes for a more difficult pairing, and he suggests a light, clean Vouvray chenin blanc or a gruner veltliner, albarino or muscadet.

With turtle soup, the sherry presents yet another issue, but McAlear again suggests reaching for an Austrian gruner veltliner, a dry riesling or even a chablis.

“I also like the idea of a light red — a cru Beaujolais, a Fleurie or Moulin-a-Vent would pair well,” he says. “The crus are not super fruity and have more depth and character than the village-level wines,” McAlear adds.

A popular appetizer at Annunciation is Manning’s fried oysters topped with sauteed spinach and melted brie. McAlear pairs it with Eidosela Albarino from Rias Baixas or Marcel Deiss vin d’Alsace.

Oysters Rockefeller is another dish combining oysters and a rich topping.

“With the traditional Oysters Rock, I would go with a muscadet from the Loire Valley,” McAlear says. “It’s a good bet because the herbsaint in the spinach mixture makes it hard to find a good match.”

With fried trout and other local fish, especially when topped with crabmeat or meuniere, McAlear recommends any white Burgundy or a well-balanced chardonnay, preferably one without too much oak influence.

“A viognier would be a good choice as well,’ he says.

For Annunciation’s crusty fried, wild Des Allemands catfish, McAlear’s choice is clear, “Champagne! The Henriot Brut Souverain, Moet & Chandon Grand Vintage or Barnaut Grand Cru Brut Rose would suit the dish just fine,” he says.

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hef Ian Schnoebelen and wife Laurie Casebonne own Iris in the French Quarter and Mariza in Bywater. He presides over the kitchens and she serves as general manager, wine buyer and sommelier for both restaurants.

They decided to open Mariza on a return flight from a vacation in Italy. Casebonne recalls one of their most memorable meals was a whole fish they devoured in Venice that was paired with a refreshing white wine, “A Gavi, I think,” Casebonne says. “It was such a delicious pairing. The dish provided the inspiration for the ‘whole fish of the day’ on Mariza’s menu.”

Mariza opened in January in a stylish space in the National Rice Mill Lofts and features a wide selection of Italianinfluenced dishes. Casebonne familiarized herself with Italian wines and tasted hundreds of them to create Mariza’s 50-bottle list.

Gambit asked Cassebonne and Annunciation’s A.J. McAlear to share their recommendations for pairing wine with popular local dishes as well as dishes at their restaurants.

Casebonne has many suggestions for pairing Italian wines with common Italian dishes. For something like eggplant parmigiana, she suggests a light Italian red with a touch of sweetness like an amarone or ripasso, or a dry rose from southwestern France such as Domaine de Nizas.

For hearty pasta dishes like lasagna, “Just about any Italian red would make a good companion: chianti, sangiovese, barbera, Barbaresco and montepulciano,” Casebonne says.

At Mariza, Schnoebelen prepares vegetarian lasagna with vegetables from a farmers market and roasted garlic Italian cream. For this version, Casebonne recommends a light Italian red such as Tenuta di Arceno Chianti Classico or a white wine such as Domine de la Croix Senaillet Chardonnay from Saint-Veran in Bourgogne.

For another local favorite, veal scallopine, a light Italian red like Barbera d’Asti would make a good companion, she says.

A dish with earthy flavors, like mushroom risotto calls for an earthy pinot noir, Casebonne says.

even a crisp, light, slightly fruity glass of prosecco such as our Terriero Brut.”

At the Warehouse District restaurant Annunciation, McAlear serves as general manager, wine buyer and sommelier.

Annunciation features contemporary Creole cooking by chef Steve Manning, who served as executive chef at Clancy’s for years.

Asked about a memorable wine and food pairing, he recalled a Champagne experience.

“Although I can’t recall every detail, I do remember that the wine was a 1985 Champagne Pol Roger Cuvee Sir Winston Churchill,” he says. “And, I was eating fried chicken.

“It was so amazing,” he says. “The crispy skin and the fatty, succulent meat of the chicken were the perfect opposites in texture but a great combination. Then I’d take a sip of this extraordinary Champagne and as the bubbles burst on the

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reece is one of the oldest wine-producing regions on Earth, and grapes have been cultivated throughout the mainland and its many islands for more than 6,000 years. But its wines are relatively new to many American wine drinkers.

American wine shops and restaurant wine lists have long been packed with wines from California and Old World producers in France and Italy. It’s only in the last two decades that they’ve expanded to include broader selections from other wine regions, including both ancient and newly developing areas.

People with adventurous palates have ever more regions, varietals and wines to explore, including Greek wines, increasingly popular Portuguese exports and new wines from countries like Chile that already have a foothold in the American market.

Much has changed since Americanmade wines first gained international acclaim in the mid-1970s. American wine palates matured and the U.S. became the world’s largest wine-consuming nation. Interest in new flavors and styles was aided by advancements in shipping and storage that have made it easier to import wines from far-flung producers.

Overshadowed by its neighboring wine-producing heavyweights, Portugal is best known for its blended wines, which match well with a variety of foods.

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increase familiarity with its indigenous grape varieties.

Portugal has great soils, plenty of sunlight, excellent climate and a well-established system to make aged, sweet-but-structured ports. The grapes used to make port also were used to make Portugal’s finest red wines, which only recently have begun to rival highquality reds from other regions.

The grape touriga nacional is different than touriga Francesa, although they likely are related and both are used in port and blended to make velvety, flavorful red wines.

Touriga nacional has claimed a distinguished place in the production of red wines. This aromatic grape provides wines that are laden with black fruit flavors, but yields are low. Vineyards are primarily located in the Douro, where ports are made, and the Dao, northwest of Lisbon. In Greece, grape growers have to cope with incredible heat spikes and arid spells.

Sometimes, winemakers minimize the grape’s rougher qualities by using it to make rose — softening the tannins found on the skins but taking full advantage of the sugars in the fruit.

A recent tasting of 2012 Avidagos Rose from the Douro showed a subtle,

A Chilean vineyard produces grapes at a high altitude, hemmed in by Volcano Aconcagua in the background.

dry, pale-hued wine with minerality that equaled roses from France’s Provence.

Made from traditional grapes — touriga national, tinta Roriz and tinta barroca — the wine is good alone or with food.

The primary grape used in Greek white wines is assyrtiko, which has a flavor profile often compared to German Riesling. Assyrtiko has a strong backbone of acid as it matures, and with the maritime influences of its home on Santorini, it is a good white wine to pair with fresh seafood and game.

Agiorghitiko, translated as St. George’s grape, is Greece’s premier red wine varietal. It has been used to produce soft, velvety red wines that are full of body and flavor, and it has some aging potential — about five years depending on the vintage and acidity, which this vine has trouble producing.

The other red grape of note is xinomavro, which translates to “sour black,” and it grows best in valleys surrounded by mountains — some of the most picturesque vineyards in Greece. Most Greek red wines are blends, because vintners attempt to raise acid levels and reduce troublesome tannins.

Like neighboring Argentina, Chile has made a splash on the American wine scene. The nation has produced delicious, well-priced, approachable wines marked by fine aromatics.

Chile’s main red grape, carmenere, however, has been the source of some

confusion. In the early 1980s, the Chilean wine industry undertook a major push to produce and export more wine.

There were already ample established vineyards, so they were ahead of the game. Wine production facilities and practices were improved, including installation of irrigation systems and full arrays of modern, stainless steel vinifying equipment. Chile was on its way to sending quality wine products to the world.

Many vines were identified as merlot, and the wines were well-received, winning awards at wine competitions. But the vines were not merlot; they were carmenere, a French blending grape from Bordeaux.

Chilean carmenere came from vines that were never attacked by phylloxera, a root louse that caused extensive damage to French vineyards. Every vine in France was replanted following a series of phylloxera attacks. Chile never suffered an infestation because of its mountain barriers and proximity to the coast.

Chile’s carmenere exhibits merlotlike qualities of deep red color, spice and red and black fruit flavors, a long smooth finish and excellent acidity.

Although carmenere is capable of producing a stand-alone bottling, the varietal truly sings in blends with cabernet sauvignon, merlot and syrah. It joins Chile’s sauvignon blancs and pinot noirs in hitting high notes and gaining international attention for quality.

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sHaMrOCK Bar & grIll — 4133 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 301-0938 — Shamrock serves an Angus rib-eye steak with a side item, burgers, shrimp or roast beef po-boys, grilled chicken, spinach and artichoke dip and more. No reservations.

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BaR & GRILL BaYOu Beer garden — 326 N. Jefferson Davis Pwky., (504) 302-9357 — Head to Bayou Beer Garden for a 10-oz.

Bayou burger served on a sesame bun. Disco fries are french fries topped with cheese and debris gravy. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner, late-night Fri.Sat. Credit cards. $ dOWn THe HaTCH — 1921 Sophie Wright Place, (504) 5220909; www.downthehatchnola. com — The Texan burger features an Angus beef patty topped with grilled onions, smoked bacon, cheddar and a fried egg. Delivery available. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $

BaRBeCUe BOO KOO BBQ — 3701 Banks St., (504) 202-4741; www. bookoobbq.com — The Cajun banh mi fills a Vietnamese roll with hogshead cheese, smoked pulled pork, boudin, fresh jalapeno, cilantro, cucumber, carrot, pickled radish and sriracha sweet chile aioli. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., latenight Fri.-Sat. Cash only. $ HICKOrY PrIMe BBQ — 6001 France Road, (757) 2778507; www.hickoryprimebbq. com — Proprietors Billy Rhodes and Karen Martin have won several barbecue competitions.

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sauCY’s — 4200 Magazine St., (504) 301-2755; www. saucysnola.com — Saucy’s serves slow-smoked St. Louis-style pork ribs, pulled pork, brisket, smoked sausage and grilled chicken. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

THe rIVersHaCK TaVern — 3449 River Road, (504) 834-4938; www.therivershacktavern.com — This bar and music spot offers a menu of burgers, sandwiches and changing lunch

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Breads On OaK — 8640 Oak St., Suite A, (504) 324-8271; www. breadsonoak.com — The bakery offers a range of breads, muffins, pastries and sweets. No reservations. Breakfast Thu.-Sun., lunch Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $ CaFe FrereT — 7329 Freret St., (504) 861-7890; www.cafefreret. com — Signature sandwiches include the Chef’s Voodoo Burger, muffuletta and Cuban po-boy. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Fri.-Wed., dinner Mon.-Wed., Fri.Sat. Credit cards. $$ CaFe nOMa — New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, (504) 482-1264; www.cafenoma.com — The cafe serves roasted Gulf shrimp and vegetable salad dressed with Parmesan-white balsamic vinaigrette. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Tue.-Sun., dinner Fri. Credit cards. $ laKeVIeW BreW COFFee CaFe — 5606 Canal Blvd., (504) 483-7001 — This casual cafe offers gourmet coffees, pastries and desserts baked in house, specialty sandwiches and salads. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $

CHINeSe FIVe HaPPIness — 3511 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 482-3935 — The large menu at Five Happiness offers a range of dishes from wonton soup to sizzling seafood combinations served on a hot plate to sizzling GoBa to lo mein dishes. Delivery available. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ Jung’s gOlden dragOn — 3009 Magazine St., (504) 8918280; www.jungsgoldendragon2. com — Grand Marnier shrimp are lightly battered and served with Grand Marnier sauce, broccoli and pecans. Reservations accepted.

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angelO BrOCaTO’s — 214 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1465; www.angelobrocatoicecream.com — This sweet shop and serves its own gelato, spumoni, Italian ice, cannolis, fig cookies and other treats.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ PInKBerrY — Citywide; www. pinkberry.com — Pinkberry offers frozen yogurt with an array of wet and dry topping choices, fresh fruit parfaits and green tea smoothies.

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CONteMPORaRY BaYOna — 430 Dauphine St., (504) 525-4455; www.bayona. com — House favorites include sauteed Pacific salmon with choucroute and Gewurztraminer sauce.

Reservations recommended. Lunch Wed.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ OaK — 8118 Oak St., (504) 3021485; www.oaknola.com — This wine bar offers small plates and live musical entertainment. No reservations. Dinner and late-night Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ One resTauranT & lOunge — 8132 Hampson St., (504) 301-9061; www.one-sl. com — Chef Scott Snodgrass prepares refined dishes like char-grilled oysters topped with Roquefort cheese and a red wine vinaigrette.

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Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ rOuX On Orleans — Bourbon Orleans, 717 Orleans Ave., (504) 571-4604; www.bourbonorleans. com — This restaurant offers contemporary Creole dishes including barbecue shrimp, redfish couvillion, gumbo and more. Reservations accepted. Breakfast daily, dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ saInTs & sInners — 627 Bourbon St., (504) 528-9307; www.saintsandsinnersnola.com — Styled to reflect era of Storyville, the restaurant serves Creole and Cajun dishes, raw oysters, seafood, steaks, po-boys, burgers and more.

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O’HenrY’s FOOd & sPIrITs — 634 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 866-9741; 8859 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Kenner, (504) 461-9840; www.ohenrys.com — Complimentary peanuts are the calling card of these casual, family friendly restaurants that serve burgers, steaks, ribs, pasta, fried seafood, salads and more.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

lunch and dinner daily, late-night Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

anTOIne’s anneX — 513 Royal St., (504) 525-8045; www.antoines.com — The Annex is a coffee shop serving pastries, sandwiches, soups, salads and gelato. No reservations. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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OuT to EAT mardigraszone.com — The 24-hour grocery store has a deli and woodburning pizza oven. No reservations. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $ MARTIN WINE CELLAR — 714 Elmeer Ave., Metairie , (504) 896-7350; www.martinwine.com — The Reuben combines corned beef, melted Swiss, sauerkraut and Russian dressing on rye bread.

The Sena salad features chicken, golden raisins, blue cheese, toasted pecans and pepper jelly vinaigrette over field greens. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Fri., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ QUARTER MASTER DELI — 1100 Bourbon St., (504) 529-1416; www.quartermasterdeli. com — Slow-cooked pork ribs are coated in house barbecue sauce and served with two sides. No reservations. 24 hours daily. Cash only. $ QWIK CHEK DELI & CATERING — 2018 Clearview Pkwy., Metairie, (504) 456-6362 — The hamburger po-boy can be dressed with lettuce, mayo and tomato on French bread. Shrimp Italiano features shrimp tossed with cream sauce and pasta. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $

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FLAMING TORCH — 737 Octavia St., (504) 895-0900; www. flamingtorchnola.com — The menu includes pan-seared Maine diver scallops with chimichurri sauce and smoked bacon and corn hash.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

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MARTINIQUE BISTRO — 5908 Magazine St., (504) 891-8495; www.martiniquebistro.com — This French bistro has both a cozy dining room and a pretty courtyard.

Reservations recommended.

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

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BREAUX MART — 315 E. Judge Perez, Chalmette, (504) 2620750; 605 Lapalco Blvd., Gretna, 433-0333; 2904 Severn Ave., Metairie, (504) 885-5565; 9647 Jefferson Hwy., River Ridge, (504) 737-8146; www.breauxmart.com — Breaux Mart prides itself on its “Deli to Geaux” as well as weekday specials. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

INDIAN JULIE’S LITTLE INDIA KITCHEN AT SCHIRO’S — 2483 Royal St., (504) 944-6666; www.schiroscafe.com — The cafe offers homemade Indian dishes prepared with freshly ground herbs and spices.

Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $

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NIRVANA INDIAN CUISINE — 4308 Magazine St., (504) 8949797 — Serving mostly northern Indian cuisine, the restaurant’s menu ranges from chicken to vegetable dishes. Reservations accepted for five or more. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ TAJ MAHAL INDIAN CUISINE — 923-C Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-6859 — The traditional

menu features lamb, chicken and seafood served in a variety of ways. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

ITALIAN ANDREA’S RESTAURANT — 3100 N. 19th St., Metairie, (504) 834-8583; www.andreasrestaurant.com — Chef/owner Andrea Apuzzo’s specialties include speckled trout royale topped with lump crabmeat and lemon-cream sauce. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$ CAFE GIOVANNI — 117 Decatur St., (504) 529-2154; www.cafegiovanni.com — Shrimp Dukie features Louisiana shrimp and a duck breast marinated in Cajun spices served with tassomushroom sauce. Belli Baci is the restaurant’s cocktail lounge.

Reservations accepted. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ MAXIMO’S ITALIAN GRILL — 1117 Decatur St., (504) 586-8883; www.maximosgrill. com — Osso buco is a braised veal shank served with garlic, thyme and white wine demiglace, herb-roasted Parmesan potatoes and grilled asparagus.

Reservations recommended.

Dinner daily, lunch Wed.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ MOSCA’S — 4137 Hwy. 90 W., Westwego, (504) 436-8950; www.moscasrestaurant.com — Popular dishes include shrimp Mosca, chicken a la grande and baked oysters Mosca, made with breadcrumps and Italian seasonings. Reservations accepted. Dinner Tue.-Sat. Cash only. $$$ RED GRAVY — 125 Camp St., (504) 561-8844; www. redgravycafe.com — At lunch, try handmade meatballs, lasagna and other Italian specialties, panini, wraps, soups and salads.

Reservations accepted. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Thu.-Fri., brunch Sat.-Sun. Credit cards. $ VINCENT’S ITALIAN CUISINE — 4411 Chastant St., Metairie, (504) 885-2984; 7839 St. Charles Ave., (504) 866-9313; www.vincentsitaliancuisine. com — Bracialoni is baked veal stuffed with artichoke hearts, bacon, garlic and Parmesan cheese and topped with red sauce. Reservations accepted.

Chastant Street: lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat. St. Charles Avenue: lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$

JAPANESE CHIBA — 8312 Oak St., (504) 826-9119; www.chiba-nola. com — The satsuma strawberry roll bundles scallop, yellowtail, strawberry, mango, jalapeno, wasabi tobiko and tempura flakes and is topped with spicy sauce and satsuma ponzu.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Thu.-Sat., dinner Mon.Sat., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ KAKKOII JAPANESE BISTREAUX — 7537 Maple St., (504) 570-6440; www. kakkoii-nola.com — Kakkoii offers traditional sushi, sashimi and Japanese cuisine as well as dishes with modern and local

twists. Reservations accepted.

Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner Tue.Sun., late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ KYOTO — 4920 Prytania St., (504) 891-3644 — Kyoto’s sushi chefs prepare rolls, sashimi and salads. “Box” sushi is a favorite, with more than 25 rolls. Reservations recommended for parties of six or more. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ MIKIMOTO — 3301 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 488-1881; www.mikimotosushi.com — The South Carrollton roll includes tuna tataki, avocado and snow crab. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Delivery available.

Credit cards. $$ MIYAKO JAPANESE SEAFOOD & STEAKHOUSE — 1403 St. Charles Ave., (504) 410-9997; www.japanesebistro. com — Miyako offers a full range of Japanese cuisine, with specialties from the sushi or hibachi menus, chicken, beef or seafood teriyaki, and tempura. Reservations accepted. Lunch Sun.-Fri., dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ ORIGAMI — 5130 Freret St., (504) 899-6532 — The long list of special rolls includes the Big Easy, which combines tuna, salmon, white fish, snow crab, asparagus and crunchy bits in soy paper with eel sauce on top.

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

Lunch Fri., dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ YUKI IZAKAYA — 525 Frenchmen St., (504) 943-1122; www. facebook.com/yukiizakaya — This Japanese tavern combines a selection of small plates, sake, shochu, live music and Japanese kitsch. Dishes include curries, housemade ramen soups, fried chicken and other specialties.

Reservations accepted. Dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $

LATIN AMERICAN LA MACARENA PUPSERIA AND LATIN CAFE — 8120 Hampson St., (504) 862-5252; www.pupsasneworleans.com — This cafe serves Latin and Caribbean dishes, tapas and appetizers like guacamole and chips. Spanish garlic shrimp is served with refried black beans, saffron rice and tropical salad.

Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily, brunch Sat.Mon. Cash only. $$

LOUISIANA CONTEMPORARY 7 ON FULTON — 700 Fulton St., (504) 525-7555; www.7onfulton.com — New Orleans barbecue shrimp features a peppery butter sauce made with blonde ale. Oven-roasted lobster tail is topped with Louisiana crawfish and corn cream

OuT to EAT sauce and comes with fingerling potatoes and asparagus. Reservations accepted. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ HERITAGE GRILL — 111 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Suite 150, Metairie, (504) 934-4900; www. heritagegrillmetairie.com — This power lunch spot offers dishes like duck and wild mushroom spring rolls with mirin-soy dipping sauce and pan-fried crab cakes with corn maque choux and sugar snap peas. Reservations accepted. Lunch Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$ MANNING’S — 519 Fulton St., (504) 593-8118; www.harrahsneworleans.com — Named for former New Orleans Saints quarterback Archie Manning, this restaurant’s game plan sticks to Louisiana flavors. A cast iron skillet-fried filet is served with two-potato hash, fried onions and Southern Comfort pan sauce. The fish and chips feature black drum crusted in Zapp’s Crawtator crumbs served with Crystal beurre blanc. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$ RALPH’S ON THE PARK — 900 City Park Ave., (504) 488-1000; www.ralphsonthepark.com — Popular dishes include turtle soup finished with sherry, grilled lamb spare ribs and barbecue Gulf shrimp. Tuna two ways includes tuna tartare, seared pepper tuna, avocado and wasabi cream. Reservations recommended. Lunch Tue.-Fri., dinner daily, brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$$

TOMAS BISTRO — 755 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 5270942 — Tomas serves dishes like semi-boneless Louisiana quail stuffed with applewood-smoked bacon dirty popcorn rice, Swiss chard and Madeira sauce. The duck cassoulet combines duck confit and Creole Country andouille in a white bean casserole.

No reservations. Dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$ TOMMY’S WINE BAR — 752 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 5254790 — Tommy’s Wine Bar offers cheese and charcuterie plates as well as a menu of appetizers and salads from the neighboring kitchen of Tommy’s Cuisine. No reservations. Lite dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$ ZACHARY’S RESTAuRANT — 902 Coffee St., Mandeville, (985) 626-7008 — Chef Zachary Watters prepares dishes like redfish Zachary, crabmeat au gratin and Gulf seafood specials.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Wed.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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BABYLON CAFE — 7724 Maple St., (504) 314-0010; www. babyloncafe.biz —The Babylon platter includes stuffed grape leaves, hummus, kibbeh, rice and one choice of meat: lamb, chicken or beef kebabs, chicken or beef shawarma, gyro or kufta.

Chicken shawarma salad is a salad topped with olives, feta and chicken breast cooked on a rotisserie. Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ PYRAMIDS CAFE — 3151 Calhoun St., (504) 861-9602 — Diners will find Mediterranean cuisine featuring such favorites as sharwarma prepared on a rotisserie. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MEXICAN & SOUTHWESTERN JuAN’S FLYING BuRRITO — 2018 Magazine St., (504) 569-0000; 4724 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-9950; www. juansflyingburrito.com — Mardi Gras Indian tacos are stuffed with roasted corn, pinto beans, grilled summer squash, Jack cheese and spicy slaw. Red chile chicken and goat cheese quesadilla features grilled Creole chicken breast, salsa fresca, chile-lime adobo sauce, and Jack, cheddar and goat cheeses pressed in a flour tortilla. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ LuCY’S RETIRED SuRFERS’ BAR & RESTAuRANT — 701 Tchoupitoulas St., (504) 5238995; www.lucysretiredsurders. com — This surf shack serves California-Mexican cuisine and the bar has a menu of tropical cocktails. Todo Santos fish tacos feature grilled or fried mahi mahi in corn or flour tortillas topped with shredded cabbage and shrimp sauce, and are served with rice and beans. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily, late night Thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ SANTA FE — 3201 Esplanade Ave., (504) 948-0077 — This casual cafe serves creative takes on Southwestern cuisine. Bolinos de Bacalau are Portuguesestyle fish cakes made with dried, salted codfish, mashed potatoes, cilantro, lemon juice, green onions and egg and served with smoked paprika aioli. Outdoor seating is available. Reservations recommended. Lunch and dinner Tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $$ TIJuANA’S MEXICAN BAR & GRILL — 533 Toulouse St., (504) 227-3808; www. tijuanasmexicanbargrillnola. com — This eatery serves nachos, flautas, quesadillas, burritos, enchiladas, tacos, fajitas, ropa vieja and more. Fritanga features traditional carne asada with gallo pinto, fried pork, cabbage salad, fried plantains and fried cheese.

Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$

MUSIC AND FOOD BOMBAY CLuB — 830 Conti St., (504) 586-0972; www. thebombayclub.com — Mull the

menu at this French Quarter hideaway while sipping a well made martini. The duck duet pairs confit leg with pepperseared breast with black currant reduction. Reservations recommended. Dinner daily, late-night Fri.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$ THE COLuMNS — 3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-9308; www.thecolumns. com — There’s live music in the Victorian Lounge at the Columns. The menu offers such Creole favorites as gumbo and crab cakes and there are cheese plates as well. Reservations accepted.

Breakfast daily, lunch Fri.-Sat., dinner Mon.-Thu., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ GAZEBO CAFE — 1018 Decatur St., (504) 525-8899; www.gazebocafenola.com — The Gazebo features a mix of Cajun and Creole dishes and ice cream daquiris. The New Orleans sampler rounds up jambalaya, red beans and rice and gumbo. Other options include salads, seafood po-boys and burgers. No reservations.

Lunch and early dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$ HOuSE OF BLuES — 225 Decatur St., 310-4999; www. hob.com/neworleans — Try the pan-seared Voodoo Shrimp with rosemary cornbread. The buffet-style gospel brunch features local and regional groups. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ LITTLE GEM SALOON — 445 S. Rampart St., (504) 267-4863; www.littlegemsaloon.com — Little Gem offers Creole dining and live jazz.

Chef Robert Bruce prepares dishes including Two Run Farms oxtail stew, Creole crab cakes with caper-lemon beurre blanc and fish amandine.

Reservations recommended.

Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ THE MARKET CAFE — 1000 Decatur St., (504) 527-5000; www.marketcafenola.com — Dine indoors or out on seafood either fried for platters or poboys or highlighted in dishes such as crawfish pie, crawfish etouffee or shrimp Creole.

Sandwich options include muffulettas, Philly steaks on po-boy bread and gyros in pita bread. No reservations.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ SIBERIA — 2227 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-8855; www. siberianola.com — The Russki Reuben features corned beef, Swiss cheese, kapusta (spicy cabbage) and Russian dressing on grilled rye bread. Potato and cheese pierogies are served with fried onions and sour cream. No reservations.

Dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $. $

NEIGHBORHOOD ARTZ BAGELZ — 3138 Magzine St., (504) 309-7557; www.artzbagelz.com — Artz bakes its bagels in house and options include onion, garlic, honey whole wheat, cinnamonraisin, salt and others. Get one with a schmear or as a sand-

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RESTAuRANT R’EvOLuTION — 777 Bienville St., (504) 5532277; www.revolutionnola.com — Chefs John Folse and Rick Tramanto present a creative take on Creole dishes as well as offering caviar tastings, house-made salumi, pasta dishes and more.

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

Decatur St., (504) 587-3756 — Tomato Buffala features baked tomatoes and mozzarella topped with basil and olive oil.

Reservations accepted. Lunch, dinner and late-night daily. Credit cards. $$

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out to eat CAFE B — 2700 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 934-4700; www. cafeb.com — this cafe serves an elevated take on the dishes commonly found in neighborhood restaurants. Grilled redfish is served with confit of wild mushrooms, spaghetti squash, charred Vidalia onion and aged balsamic vinegar. Reservations recommended. Lunch Mon.-Fri., dinner Mon.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$ KATIE’S RESTAURANT — 3701 Iberville St., (504) 4886582; www.katiesinmidcity.com — Favorites at this Mid-City restaurant include the Cajun Cuban with roasted pork, grilled ham, cheese and pickles pressed on buttered bread. the Boudreaux pizza is topped with cochon de lait, spinach, red onions, roasted garlic, scallions and olive oil. there also are salads, burgers and Italian dishes. Reservations accepted. Lunch daily, Dinner tue.-Sat., brunch Sun. Credit cards. $$

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DON FORTUNATO’S PIZZERIA — 3517 20th St., Metairie, (504) 302-2674 — the Sicilian pizza is topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, prosciutto, roasted red peppers and kalamata olives. the chicken portobello calzone is filled with grilled chicken breast, tomato sauce, mozzarella, ricotta, portobello mushrooms and sun-dried tomato mayo. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

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MARKS TWAIN’S PIZZA LANDING — 2035 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-8032; www.marktwainspizza.com — Disembark at Mark twain’s for salads, po-boys and pies like the Italian pizza with salami, tomato, artichoke, sausage and basil. No reservations. Lunch tue.-Sat., dinner tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ NEW YORK PIZZA — 4418 Magazine St., (504) 891-2376; www.newyorkpizzanola.com — Choose from pizza by the slice or whole pie, calzones, pasta, sandwiches, salads and more. the Big Apple pie is loaded with pepperoni, Canadian bacon,

onions, mushrooms, black olives, green peppers, Italian sausage and minced garlic and anchovies and jalapenos are optional. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ THEO’S NEIGHBORHOOD PIZZA — 4218 Magazine St., (504) 894-8554; 4024 Canal St., (504) 302-1133; www. theospizza.com — there is a wide variety of specialty pies or build your own from the selection of more than two-dozen toppings.

Also serving salads and sandwiches. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ WIT’S INN — 141 N. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-1600 — this MidCity bar and restaurant features pizzas, calzones, toasted subs, salads and appetizers for snacking. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $

SaNDWICHeS & PO-BOYS BEAR’S POBOYS AT GENNAROS — 3206 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 833-9226 — the roast beef po-boy features beef slow-cooked in house, sliced thin, soaked in gravy and dressed with lettuce, tomato, pickles and mayo on toasted Leidenheimer bread. the 10-ounce Bear burger is topped with roast beef debris, Swiss cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles and mayo on a toasted brioche seeded bun and served with fries or loaded potato salad. No reservations. Lunch daily, dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ DRESS IT — 535 Gravier St., (504) 571-7561 — Get gourmet burgers and sandwiches dressed to order. original topping choices include everything from sprouts to black bean and corn salsa to peanut butter. For dessert, try a chocolate chip cookie served with ice cream and chocolate sauce. Reservations accepted for large parties. Breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ JUGHEAD’S CHEESESTEAKS — 801 Poland Ave., (504) 3045411; www.jugheadsneworleans. com — Jughead’s specializes in cheese steaks on toasted Dong Phuong bread. the regular cheese steak features thin-sliced rib-eye, sauteed mushrooms, onions, peppers and garlic and melted provolone and mozzarella. No reservations. Breakfast,

lunch, dinner and late-night daily.

Credit cards. $ KILLER POBOYS — 811 Conti St., (504) 252-6745; www. killerpoboys.com — At the back of Erin Rose, Killer Poboys offers a short and constantly changing menu of po-boys. the Dark and Stormy features pork shoulder slowly braised with ginger and old New orleans Spiced Rum and is dressed with house-made garlic mayo and lime cabbage.

No reservations. Lunch and dinner Wed.-Sun. Cash only. $ MAGAZINE PO-BOY SHOP — 2368 Magazine St., (504) 5223107 — Choose from a long list of po-boys filled with everything from fried seafood to corned beef to hot sausage to veal. there are breakfast burritos in the morning and daily lunch specials. No reservations. Breakfast and lunch Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ MAHONY’S PO-BOY SHOP — 3454 Magazine St., (504) 8993374; www.mahonyspoboys.com — Mahoney’s serves traditional favorites and original po-boys like the Peacemaker, which is filled with fried oysters, bacon and cheddar cheese. there are daily lunch specials as well. No reservations. Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $ PARRAN’S PO-BOYS — 3939 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 885-3416; www. parranspoboy.com — Parran’s offers a long list of po-boys plus muffulettas, club sandwiches, pizzas, burgers, salads, fried seafood plates and Creole-Italian entrees. the veal supreme poboy features a cutlet topped with Swiss cheese and brown gravy.

No reservations. Lunch Mon.Sat., dinner thu.-Sat. Credit cards. $ SLICE — 1513 St. Charles Ave., 525-7437; 5538 Magazine St., (504) 897-4800; www.slicepizzeria.com — Slice is known for pizza on thin crusts made from 100 percent wheat flour. other options include the barbecue shrimp po-boy made with Abita Amber and the shrimp Portofino, a pasta dish with white garlic cream sauce, shrimp and broccoli. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $ THE STORE — 814 Gravier St., (504) 322-2446; www.thestoreneworleans.com — the Store serves sandwiches, salads and hot plates, and there is a taco bar

where patrons can choose their own toppings. Red beans and rice comes with grilled andouille and a corn bread muffin. No reservations. Lunch and early dinner Mon.-Fri. Credit cards. $$

SeaFOOD ACME OYSTER HOUSE — 724 Iberville St., (504) 522-5973; 1202 N. Hwy. 190, Covington, (985) 246-6155; 3000 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 309-4056; www.acmeoyster.com — the original Acme oyster House in the French Quarter has served raw oysters for more than a century. the full menu includes char-grilled oysters, many cooked seafood dishes and New orleans staples. the Peace Maker po-boy combines fried shrimp and oysters and is dressed with tabascoinfused mayo. No reservations.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ GALLEY SEAFOOD RESTAURANT — 2535 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 832-0955 — Galley serves Creole and Italian dishes. Blackened redfish is served with shrimp and lump crabmeat sauce, vegetables and new potatoes. Galley’s popular soft-shell crab po-boy is the same one served at the New orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Lunch and dinner tue.Sat. Credit cards. $$ GRAND ISLE — 575 Convention Center Blvd., (504) 5208530; www.grandislerestaurant. com — the Isle sampler, available as a half or full dozen, is a combination of three varieties of stuffed oysters: tasso, Havarti and jalapeno; house-made bacon, white cheddar and carmelized onions; and olive oil, lemon zest and garlic. the baked Gulf fish is topped with compound chili butter and served with local seasonal vegetables and herb-roasted potatoes. Reservations accepted.

Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ MR. ED’S SEAFOOD & ITALIAN RESTAURANT. — 910 West Esplanade Ave., Kenner, (504) 463-3030; 1001 Live Oak St., Metairie, (504) 838-0022; www.mredsno.com — the menu includes seafood, Italian dishes,

fried chicken, po-boys, salads and daily specials. Eggplant casserole is stuffed with shrimp and crabmeat and served with potatoes and salad.

Lunch and dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$ NEW ORLEANS HAMBURGER & SEAFOOD CO. — citywide; www. nohsc.com — Menus vary by location but generally include burgers, salads, po-boys, fried seafood and New orleans favorites. the thin fried catfish platter comes with wedge-cut garlic-herb fries, hush puppies and Mardi Gras coleslaw. No reservations. Lunch and dinner daily. Credit cards. $$ RED FISH GRILL — 115 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1200; www.redfishgrill.com — Seafood favorites include hickory-grilled redfish, pecan-crusted catfish, alligator sausage and seafood gumbo. Barbecue oysters are flash fried, tossed in Crystal barbecue sauce and served with blue cheese dressing. Reservations accepted. Lunch and dinner daily.

Credit cards. $$

SOUL FOOD BIG MOMMA’S CHICKEN AND WAFFLES — 5741 Crowder Blvd., (504) 241-2548; www. bigmommaschickenandwaffles. com — Big Momma’s serves hearty combinations like the six-piece which includes a waffle and six fried wings served crispy or dipped in sauce.

Breakfast is served all day. All items are cooked to order. No reservations.

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

SteaKHOUSe AUSTIN’S SEAFOOD AND STEAKHOUSE — 5101 West Esplanade Ave., Metairie, (504) 888-5533; www.austinsno.com — Austin’s serves prime steaks, chops and seafood. Veal Austin features paneed veal topped with Swiss chard, bacon, mushrooms, asparagus, crabmeat and brabant potatoes on the side. Reservations recommended. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$$

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Earl's mother, Marian Hardwick, would like to thank all of Earl's friends "from the bottom of her heart for all the love they gave to Earl".

Thank you for the benefit concert, the care, the visits, the calls, the condolences.

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I used to be jealous when Earl said that New Orleans was his home and his friends there were his family, but now I understand.

A memorial will be held at the Soul Bar in Augusta GA 5/22/13 and he will be honored at the annual Atlanta Bubbapalooza festival held at the Star Bar 5/24-25/13.

recommended. Dinner daily. Credit cards. $$$

taPaS/SPaNISH MIMI’S IN THE MARIGNY — 2601 Royal St., (504) 872-9868 — the decadant Mushroom Manchego toast is a favorite here. or enjoy hot and cold tapas dishes ranging from grilled marinated artichokes to calamari.

Reservations accepted for large parties. Dinner and late-night tue.-Sun. Credit cards. $ VEGA TAPAS CAFE — 2051 Metairie Road, Metairie, (504) 836-2007; www.vegatapascafe.com — Paella de la Vega combines shrimp, mussels, chorizo, calamari, scallops, chicken and vegetables in saffron rice. Pollo en papel features chicken, mushrooms, leeks and feta in phyllo pastry. Reservations accepted. Dinner Mon.-Sat. Credit cards. $$

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ploded,” Peterson says with a laugh. “She was my favorite character on the show. … Everybody loved (Burke) and her silly character.”

Graham wanted to do Julia’s rants, and Roberson wanted to be Charlene (“She’s not that bright, so she has all the best lines,” Robeson says).

Designing Women, which aired from 1986 to 1993, featured four women running an interior design firm in Atlanta, and it modeled a sort of genteel but strong-willed Southern feminism, best exemplified

by Julia’s rants. She was a forceful businesswoman surrounded by her sister Suzanne, the former beauty queen, and office manager Charlene and Mary Jo. Unlike The Golden Girls, which was a stream of one-liners, Designing Women was character-driven and often dipped into social issues, but Graham and company are focusing on humorous elements.

“It’s Julia’s rants,” Graham says. “Her sister Charlene’s stupidity and her outfits. Mary Jo’s social barnstorming and her outfits. Suzanne’s self-centeredness, her two-dimensionality and her outfits.”

To put together the parody, they collected scripts from the early years of the show and did some field research. Some French Quarter bars run clips from the show in between music videos.

“Some bars play disco videos,” Graham says.

“And then a clip of Julia will come on and everyone in the bar will rant along with her.”

They noted some of the more popular rants, and then they focused on the final element: 1980s outfits.

“Every thrift store we went to had episode after episode of Designing Women clothes,” Graham says. “We could have costumed the entire series. … We went on a Tuesday — OK, great, no one will be there — we went to the Salvation Army on Jefferson Highway, and there was a half-price sale. So it was packed with New Orleans women of every

social strata, and here are these guys. Some people Redesigning Women reimagines completely ignored us. And Designing Women in drag. some people were giving us the stink eye, because Redesigning Women either it was inappropriate mAy 8 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; or we were taking the outfits they wanted.”

6 p.m. Sun. THRU They’re running RedeMid-City Theatre, junE signing Women just before 3540 Toulouse St., other projects start. Graham (504) 488-1460; www.will star in Monty Python’s midcitytheatre.com Spamalot at Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts in June. Varla will preview a new show May 29 at Cafe Istanbul before performing it in Provincetown, Mass., later this summer. Based on fairy tales, it’s tentatively titled Twice Upon a Mattress, or When Will My Prince Come.

Is the group planning another parody of an allwoman show?

“I don’t know,” Roberson says. “Maybe Sex and the City.”

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hen the TV sitcom Designing Women debuted in 1986, it found its signature device in just the second episode: A rant by the character Julia Sugarbaker — now immortalized on YouTube under the title “The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia.”

In the episode about beauty pageants, Julia (Dixie Carter) doesn’t like the way a pageant organizer belittles her sister Suzanne (Delta Burke). She corners the woman and launches into an epic tirade, unaware Suzanne overhears most of it.

“You probably didn’t know that Suzanne was the only contestant in Georgia pageant history to sweep every category except congeniality,” Julia begins. “That is not something women in my family aspire to anyway.”

As her tone sharpens and she backs the woman into a corner, Julia continues with a heroic account of her sister’s talents.

“She didn’t just twirl a baton; that baton was on fire. When she threw that baton into the air, it flew farther, faster, higher than any baton had flown before, hitting a transformer and showering the darkened arena with sparks. And when it did finally come down, my sister caught that baton and 12,000 people jumped to their feet for 16-and-one-half minutes of thunderous ovation as flames lit her tearstained face. … And that was the night the lights went out in Georgia.”

It’s a monologue Ricky Graham revives in the sendup Redesigning Women, opening at Mid-City Theatre May 23 and starring Graham as Julia, Varla Jean Merman (aka Jeffery Roberson) as the naïve Charlene Stillfield, Brian Peterson as the rich and self-centered Suzanne (played by Delta Burke in the original), and Jack Long as the down-to-earth divorcee Mary Jo Shively.

“The beauty pageant episode just goes on and on,” Roberson says. “There’s a beautiful scene where Suzanne realizes that’s all she was. She was put on Earth to be a beauty pageant queen.

There’s no other reason. In the episode, they never say, ‘No, you have other talents.’ They just say, ‘Yup, that was it.’”

Graham says the impetus to do Redesigning Women came at the end of a run of a parody of The Golden Girls, starring several of the same players. Graham thought Peterson would be perfect as Burke.

“If you had asked my 16-year-old self if I would grow up to play (Burke), my head would have ex-

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THURSday 23 AllWays Lounge — speakeasy serenaders, 10 Armstrong Park — the Hot 8 brass band, 5; Donald Harrison & Congo square nation, 6:30 Banks Street Bar — blue trees, 9

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Buffa’s Lounge — Cody blaine, 7

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

Banks Street Bar — masta blasta, 9 Blue Nile — bodhi 3, 10 Bombay Club — monty banks, 6 Chickie Wah Wah — Johnny sansone & John fohl, 8 Circle Bar — pure X, 10 Columns Hotel — John rankin, 8 d.b.a. — the treme brass band, 9 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — tom Hook & wendell brunious, 9:30 Funky Pirate — blues masters feat. big al Carson, 8:30

Little Gem Saloon — Charlie miller & John gillis, 5; the Cosimo effect feat. brint anderson & Jimmy mesa, 9 The Maison — gregory agid, 6; magnitude, 9 Maple Leaf Bar — rebirth brass band, 10:30 Old Point Bar — ian Cunningham, 8 Old U.S. Mint — navy band Jazz Combo, 3 Preservation Hall — preservation Hall-stars feat. shannon powell, 8

Chickie Wah Wah — meschiya lake & tom mcDermott, 8 Circle Bar — retox, tinsel teeth, ghost police, 10 Columns Hotel — andy rogers, 8 d.b.a. — tin men, 7; walter “wolfman” washington & the roadmasters, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Jenna mcswain, 9:30 Funky Pirate — blues masters feat. big al Carson, 8:30 House of Blues — Domenic, 6 Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse — Kipori woods, 5 Lafayette Square — wednesday at the square feat. trombone shorty & orleans avenue, westbank mike, 5 Little Gem Saloon — bruce “sunpie” barnes & marc stone, 5 The Maison — shotgun Jazz band, 6 Maple Leaf Bar — the Quickening, 10:30 Old U.S. Mint — tom mcDermott, 12

Siberia — nick Jaina, alex mcmurray & luke allen, little maker, 9

Palm Court Jazz Cafe — lars edegran & palm Court Jazz band, 8

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — stanton moore, James singleton & David torka, 8 & 10

Preservation Hall — preservation Hall Jazz band feat. mark braud, 8

Spotted Cat — andy J. forest, 4; meschiya lake & the little big Horns, 6

WedneSday 22 AllWays Lounge — sweet Crude, 10 Banks Street Bar — major bacon, 10 Bombay Club — monty banks, 6

Rock ’N’ Bowl — swing-aroux, 8:30 Siberia — John paul Keith, lonely lonely Knights, 7 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Uptown Jazz orchestra feat. terrance taplin, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — ben polcer, 4; orleans 6, 6; st. louis slim & the frenchmen street Jug band, 10

The Blue Note — bella nola, 9 Bombay Club — tony seville, 7 Buffa’s Lounge — aurora nealand & tom mcDermott, 8

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Cafe Istanbul — michaela Harrison, 7 Carousel Piano Bar & Lounge — george french Quartet, 8:30 Chickie Wah Wah — seth walker, 8 Circle Bar — stoop Kids, 10 Columns Hotel — Kristina morales, 8 Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 5:30 d.b.a. — andrew Duhon, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — pugsley buzzard, 9:30 Freret Street Publiq House — brass-a-Holics, 9:30 Funky Pirate — blues masters feat. big al Carson, 8:30 Hey! Cafe — moths, texas instruments, Vibe ruiner, 8 House of Blues — my graveyard Jaw, 6; Yngwie malmsteen, 8 House of Blues (Parish) — Virginmarys, robet fortune, new rebel family, 8 Lafreniere Park — mojeaux, 6:30 Little Gem Saloon — lucas Davenport & alexandra scott, 5 The Maison — erin Demastes, 5; barry stephenson’s pocket, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — the trio, 10:30 Mojitos Rum Bar & Grill — 30x90 blues women, 9:30 Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — sean renner, 9 Oak — meghan stewart, 9 Ogden Museum of Southern Art — seth walker, 6 Old Point Bar — Upstarts, 6; Chapel blues, 9 Old U.S. Mint — matt Hampsey & bruce barnes, 3 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Duke Heiger & Crescent City Joymakers, 8 Rivershack Tavern — second Hand story, 7 Rock ’N’ Bowl — Curley taylor, 8:30

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Carousel Piano Bar & Lounge — smoking time Jazz Club feat. Chance bushman, 8:30

Karaoke w/ DJ Bobby Blaze 9pm

The Saint Hotel, Burgundy Bar — the Yat pack, 9 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro

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New Orleans Best Every Night!

— Birdfoot Chamber Music Festival presents “Night train,” 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy, 4; Miss Sophie Lee, 6 St. Roch Tavern — JD Hill & the Jammers, 8:30 Tipitina’s — the 19 Fund Benefit feat. Donald Harrison Jr. & the Congo Square Nation, Hot 8 Brass Band, Bonerama, Stooges Brass Band & others, 7:30 Vaughan’s — Kermit Ruffins & the Barbecue Swingers, 8:30

FrIday 24 8 Block Kitchen & Bar — Anais St. John, 9 AllWays Lounge — Raya Brass Band, 10 Andrea’s Capri Blu Lounge — Phil Melancon, 8 Bayou Beer Garden — Brother tyrone, 8:30 Blue Nile — Psychic Soul Connection, 9

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Cafe Negril — El DeOrazio, 7 Chickie Wah Wah — Wheel House, 5:30; Paul Sanchez, 8 Circle Bar — Norbert Slama, 6; Ola Podrida, Dave Fera, 10 Columns Hotel — ted Long, 6

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Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 9 d.b.a. — Linnzi Zaorski, 6; Hill Country Picnic feat. Kenny Brown, Alvin Youngblood Hart & Cary Hudson, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Eric traub trio, 10 Fulton on Tap — Hillbilly Hotel, 11 Funky Pirate — Blues Masters feat. Big Al Carson, 8:30 Green Room — Vagabond Swing, Rotten Cores, 9:30 Hangar 13 — Firebug, Strange Roux, 10 House of Blues — Kelly Love Jones, 8:30; the Dirtiest Players, tyler Kinchen & the Right Pieces, Strange Roux, 9 Howlin’ Wolf — Rebirth Brass Band 30th anniversary feat. DJ Soul Sister & others, 10 Howlin’ Wolf Den — Baby Bee, Ponderosa, 10 JuJu Bag Cafe and Barber Salon — Les Getrex ’n’ Creole Cookin’, 8 Kerry Irish Pub — Patrick Cooper, 5 Le Bon Temps Roule — tom Worrell, 7

Little Gem Saloon — Micah McKee & Little Maker, 5; Seva Venet & the Storyville String Band, 9

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Carrollton Station — Paul Sanchez’s Out of the Mouth, 8

The Maison — Emily Estrella & the Faux Barrio Billionaires, 7; Gene’s Music Machine, 10; Lagniappe Brass Band, midnight

Checkpoint Charlie — Rotten Cores, Unnaturals, Aden Paul, 10

Maple Leaf Bar — Pilaseca, 10:30

Circle Bar — the tix, L.F. Knighton, Habitat, 10

Neutral Ground Coffeehouse — Richrd Bienvenu, Sydney Beaumont, Gina Forsyth, 8 Oak — Billy Iuso, 9 Old Point Bar — Rick trolsen, 5; Josh Garrett & the Bottom Line, 9:30 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Lucien Barbarin & Palm Court Jazz Band, 8 Rivershack Tavern — Big Al & the Heavyweights, 10 Rivertown Heritage Park — Music in the Park feat. Groovy 7, 6:30 Rock ’N’ Blues Cafe — Gal Holiday & the Honky tonk Revue, 10 Rock ’N’ Bowl — Clockwork Elvis, 9:30 The Saint Hotel, Burgundy Bar — Jayna Morgan & the Sazerac Sunrise Jazz Band, 9 Siberia — Kristin Diable, Julia Haltihgan, Kendra Morris, 6 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Ellis Marsalis Quartet, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Cottonmouth Kings, 10 Therapy Wine Lounge — Blair Dottin-Haley, Sybil Shanell, 8 Tipitina’s — !!!, Shockwave Riderz, 10 Warehouse Grille — Wes Raymond & the Soul Factory, 6 Windsor Court Hotel (Cocktail Bar) — Shannon Powell trio, 5

SatUrday 25 3 Ring Circus’ The Big Top — Secret Walls, 8 8 Block Kitchen & Bar — Anais St. John, 9 AllWays Lounge — Daniel Amedee, 10 Andrea’s Capri Blu Lounge — Phil Melancon, 8 Banks Street Bar — Dream: Honoring & Performing the Music of the Mahavishnu Orchestra, 10 Bayou Beer Garden — Pete Bradish Band, 8:30 Bombay Club — Don Vappie, 9:30 Buffa’s Lounge — Royal Rounders, 8 Cafe Negril — Jamey St. Pierre & the Honeycreep-

Chickie Wah Wah — Jonathan Boogie Long, 9

Davenport Lounge — Jeremy Davenport, 9 d.b.a. — New Orleans Jazz Vipers, 7; Special Men, 11 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — Basin Quintet, 10 Fulton on Tap — the Midas Project, 11 Funky Pirate — Blues Masters feat. Big Al Carson, 8:30 Green Room — Zombie Legion, Dread, Gristnam, 9 Hangar 13 — J. Hornay, Sky Writer, MENlone, 10 House of Blues — Ken Swartz, 10 Howlin’ Wolf — Rebirth Brass Band 30th anniversary feat. Jermaine Quiz & others, 10 Little Gem Saloon — David & Roselyn, 4:30; Benny turner & the Real Blues, 9; Delfeayo Marsalis & the Uptown Jazz Orchestra (upstairs), 9 The Maison — Ramblin’ Letters, 4; Smoking time Jazz Club, 7; Jesse Smith Project, 10; Street Legends Brass Band, midnight Maple Leaf Bar — Alvin Youngblood Hart’s Muscle theory, 10:30 Melius Bar & Grill — Christian Serpas & Ghost town, 8 Oak — Bruce “Sunpie” Barnes, 9 Old Point Bar — Eudora Evans, 9:30 One Eyed Jacks — the Dillinger Escape Plan, the Faceless, Royal thunder, 9 Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Lionel Ferbos & Palm Court Jazz Band, 8 Pearl — Scott Sanders Quartet feat. Olivier Bou, 8 Ritz-Carlton — Catherine Anderson, 1 Rivershack Tavern — Freddy Hutton, Out to Lunch, 10 Rock ’N’ Bowl — Mo’ Jelly, David Ferrato & tchoupazine, 9:30 The Saint Hotel, Burgundy Bar — Glen David Andrews, 9 Siberia — Alex McMurray, 6; Laundry Room Squelchers, One Man Machine, tony Skratchere, MC trach and others, 8 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro —

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The Music Tapes

In winter 2011, to celebrate their first new music in three years, Julian Koster, Robbie Cucchiaro and friends staged the Lullaby Tour, a three-month special delivery of The Music Tapes’ Purim’s Shadows EP to more than 200 homes across the country, from Mountain Home, Ark., to the band’s own home base in Athens, Ga. It was a customized vehicle for the enchanting, personal Purim, the 17 minutes of which were less an album than a long-form status update for the former Elephant 6 recording savant and wayward satellite: The record’s fourth track, “4 (Jeff, Jill, and Julian Serenade Rudy on the Beach at Nantasket),” is 27 field-captured seconds of Koster, Jill Carnes and Neutral Milk Hotelier Jeff Mangum doing just that, while its belted-banjo closer “Nantasket” — the Tapes’ best composition to date — could have been plucked from In the Aeroplane Over the Sea’s overgrown, evergreen tree. Koster’s bowed saw lent that 1998 classic much of its unearthly quiver, so it’s only natural that the recently resurfaced Mangum haunts the Tapes’ 2012 audio curio Mary’s Voice (Merge), both literally (his liner-note contributions include turntable manipulation and “chair”) and otherwise (“Takeshi and Elijah” shores up “Nantasket” with a dusty-room ode seemingly sung directly to Mangum). For this outsized diorama, Koster and company have staged a new spectacular: The Traveling Imaginary, an actual Big Top rife with storytelling, audience participation and odd toys both old (vintage wire recorders and ribbon mikes, mournful euphoniums and pump organs) and new (Static the Singing Television and a Shaquille O’Neal-sized metronome). Let the games begin. Tickets $12. — NOAH BONAPARTE PAIS

Tipitina’s — Kirk Joseph’s Backyard Groove, 10 Tommy’s Wine Bar — Julio & Caesar, 10

SUNDay 26 Banks Street Bar — NOLA County, 3; Ron Hotstream & the F-Holes, 8 Bayou Beer Garden — Mike Kerwin & Friends, 5 Bombay Club — Tony Seville, 7 Buffa’s Lounge — Some Like It Hot!, 11 a.m.

Circle Bar — Micah McKee & Little Maker, 6 Columns Hotel — Chip Wilson, 11 a.m.

Howlin’ Wolf Den — Hot 8 Brass Band, 10 Kerry Irish Pub — Patrick Cooper, 8 The Maison — Dave Easley, 5; Brad Walker, 7; Ashton Hines & the Big Easy Brawlers, 10 Maple Leaf Bar — Joe Krown Trio feat. Walter “Wolfman” Washington & Russell Batiste, 10:30

Three Muses — Raphael & Norbert, 5:30 Tipitina’s — Bruce Daigrepont’s Cajun Fais Do Do, 5 Warehouse Grille — N’awlins Johnnys, 4

MoNDay 27 Banks Street Bar — South Jones, 9

Old Point Bar — The Brent Walsh Trio feat. Romy Kaye, 3:30

BJ’s Lounge — King James & the Special Men, 10

Palm Court Jazz Cafe — Lucien Barbarin & Palm Court Jazz Band, 8

BMC — Lil’ Red & Big Bad, 6

Ritz-Carlton — Armand St. Martin, 10:30 a.m.; Catherine Anderson, 2

d.b.a. — Palmetto Bug Stompers, 6; Myshkin’s Ruby Warblers, 10

Roosevelt Hotel (Blue Room) — James Rivers Movement, 11 a.m.

Funky Pirate — Blues Masters feat. Big Al Carson, 8:30

Siberia — James Tristan Redding Jayson Wayne Knox, 7

Green Room — Dirk Billie Band, 7; Dirt Cotton, 11

Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Betty Shirley Quartet, 8 & 10

House of Blues — Brint Anderson, 1; Brandi Carlile, Jamestown Revival, 8

New Sounds, 10

Spotted Cat — Rights of Swing, 3; Pat Casey & the

Bombay Club — Monty Banks, 6 Circle Bar — Missy Meatlocker, 6 Columns Hotel — David Doucet, 8 d.b.a. — Glen David Andrews, 10 Dos Jefes Uptown Cigar Bar — John Fohl, 9:30 The Maison — Chicken & Waffles, 5; Aurora Nealand & the Royal Roses, 7; Gene’s Music Machine, 10

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Maple Leaf Bar — Johnny Sketch & the Dirty Notes, 10:30 Old Point Bar — Brent Walsh Trio feat. Romy Kaye, 7 Preservation Hall — Preservation Hall Living Legends feat. Maynard Chatters, 8 Snug Harbor Jazz Bistro — Charmaine Neville, 8 & 10 Spotted Cat — Sarah McCoy & the Oopsie Daisies, 4; Dominick Grillo & the Frenchmen Street All-Stars, 6

ClaSSICal/ CoNCERtS Academy of Our Lady — 537 Avenue D, Marrero, (504) 341-6217 — Sat: Jefferson Chorale presents “Night and Day,” 7:30 Second Baptist Church — 4218 Laurel St., (504) 891-8338 — SaturdaySunday: GospelFest feat.

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Lore holds on to her ingrained hatred of Jews even when surrounded by the murder, sexual assault, squalor and starvation caused by antisemitism. But you can’t help being sympathetic to all the kids’ plight, especially given the innocence of the younger siblings. Australian co-writer and director Cate Shortland shot her story largely in extreme close-up, reveling in visual detail to enhance the intimacy of the story. She uses a German-language version of her script for its inherent authenticity. Surprisingly, these choices never seem arty or gimmicky. Lore may wind up in a different place than she started, but there’s no escaping the identity thrust upon people by their heritage. — KEN KORMAN

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THE BIG WEDDING (R) — Robert De Niro, Katherine Heigl and Diane Keaton star in the comedy about a divorced couple that fakes being married when their family unites for a wedding. AMC Palace 10, Grand, Hollywood 14

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THE COMPANY YOU KEEP (R) — Robert Redford stars in the film based on the book fictionalizing the later lives of members of 1960s and ’70s radical revolutionary group Weather Underground. AMC Palace 20 THE CROODS (PG) — A prehistoric family is taken off guard by the arrival of a more evolved caveman in the animated film.

AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Grand, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14 THE GREAT GATSBY (PG-13) — Baz Luhrmann’s colorful interpretation of the F. Scott Fitzgerald novel is in 3-D and features a contemporary soundtrack. AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Canal Place, Chalmette Movies, Grand, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14, Prytania HURRICANE ON THE BAYOU (NR) — The film tells the story of Hurricane Katrina and the impact that Louisiana’s disappearing wetlands has on hurricane protection.

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Entergy IMAX LORE (NR) — After World War II, the daughter of an SS officer leads her siblings on a cross-country journey that challenges her beliefs and prejudices. Chalmette Movies MUD (PG-13) — A pair of Arkansas boys help a fugitive (Matthew McConaughey) reconnect with his love (Reese Witherspoon). AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 20, Canal Place, Grand OBLIVION (PG-13) — Working on Earth after a devastating alien war, Tom Cruise plays a security repairman whose life is changed by the arrival of a strange woman. AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Grand, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14 OZ THE GREAT AND POWERFUL (PG) — The fantasy film follows the transformation of a small-time magician (James Franco) into the powerful Wizard of Oz. AMC Palace 20 PAIN & GAIN (R) — Michael Bay’s action-comedy follows bodybuilders who get caught up in a crime ring. AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Chalmette Movies, Grand, Hollywood 9, Hollywood 14 PEEPLES (PG-13) — A regular Joe (Craig Robinson) is a fish out of water while on vacation with the preppy family of his girlfriend (Kerry Washington). AMC Palace 10, AMC Palace 12, AMC Palace 16, AMC Palace 20, Canal Place, Chalmette Movies, Grand, Hol-

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oPENiNg FRiDAY EPIC (NR) — A headstrong teenager is transported to a mythic realm in the animated adventure featuring the voices of Amanda Seyfried, Beyonce Knowles, Colin Farrell and others.

FAST & FURIOUS 6 (PG-13) — The latest in the franchise finds its characters scattered across the globe following a successful heist.

THE HANGOVER PART III (PG-13) — Following their disaterous Bangkok trip, the gang from the last two films are leading happy lives at home — until one of them (Zach Galifianakis) has a personal crisis.

SPEciAl ScREENiNgS 100 BLOODY ACRES (NR) — Brothers make a living turning dead car crash victims into fertilizer in the Australian horror-comedy. Tickets $8-$10. 7:30 p.m. Monday, Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center, 1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 827-5858; www.zeitgeistinc.net 3 GEEZERS! (NR) — An actor spending time in a retirement home to research a role becomes the subject of residents’ elaborate pranks. Tickets $8.50 adults, $6.50 children and seniors. 7 p.m. Wednesday, Chalmette Movies, 8700 W. Judge Perez Drive, (504) 304-9992 BLUE VELVET (R) — In the David Lynch film, a college student explores the seedy underbelly of his hometown after finding a severed human ear.

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St., (504) 891-2787; www. theprytania.com CALLE 54 (G) — The 2000 documentary features Latin jazz artists. The screening is part of DJ Soul Sister’s Musically Speaking series. Free admission. 7 p.m. Tuesday, Antenna Gallery, 3718 St. Claude Ave., (504) 298-3161; www.pressstreet.com I KILLED MY MOTHER (NR) — The Canadian film focuses on the contemptuous relationship between a teen boy and his mother. Tickets $7 general admission, $6 students and seniors, $5 members. 7:30 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday, 9:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday, Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center, 1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 827-5858; www. zeitgeistinc.net IMITATION OF LIFE (NR) — The 1959 film stars Lana Turner and John Gavin and features a cameo by gospel singer Mahalia Jackson. Tickets $5.75. 10 a.m. Wednesday, Prytania Theatre, 5339 Prytania St., (504) 891-2787; www. theprytania.com

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MAY The alienated teenage protagonist of the 7:30 p.m. Tue.-Thu.; award-winning French-Canadian film I Killed THRu 9:30 p.m. Fri.-Sun. My Mother doesn’t actually do the evil deed of the title — it’s not that kind of movie — but MAY Zeitgeist Multi-Disciyou might not entirely blame him if he did. plinary Arts Center, Hubert (Xavier Dolan) and his annoying 1618 Oretha Castle mom Chantale (Anne Dorval) fight like starHaley Blvd. crossed lovers, but their vivid love-hate relationship feels all too familiar to many of us who barely (504) 352-1150 survived adolescence. Complicating matters is www.zeitgeistinc.net Hubert’s status as a gay teen, which is only an issue because he hasn’t managed to communicate this simple fact to his mother despite all their endless chatter. Both writer/director and star of his own debut as a filmmaker, then-19-year-old Dolan (the film was made in 2009 but held from widespread distribution by a protracted legal battle) has called the film autobiographical, and it has the low-budget, handmade feel to match that pedigree. The pace is slower than it should be, but Dolan’s movie manages to walk a fine line between Woody Allen-style black comedy and more conventional comingof-age domestic dramas. — KEN KORMAN

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MOVIES IN THE PARK — The event screens familyfriendly movies on a 25-foot outdoor screen. This week’s film is Grease. Free admission.

There is a classic car show by the Crescent City Cruisers before the screening at 6 p.m., screening at 8 p.m. Saturday, Rivertown Heritage Park, 2020 Fourth St., Kenner, (504) 4687211; www.kenner.la.us THE MUPPET MOVIE (G) — The 1979 live-action film features the Muppets gang trying to find success in Hollywood.

There are kids activities starting at 9:30 a.m., screening at 10 a.m. $5.75. Friday-Saturday, Prytania Theatre, 5339

Prytania St., (504) 891-2787; www.theprytania.com NORTH BY NORTHWEST (NR) — Cary Grant plays a New York advertising executive who is mistaken for a government agent by foreign spies in Alfred Hitchcock’s 1959 film. Tickets $5.75. 10 a.m. Sunday and May 29, Prytania Theatre, 5339 Prytania St., (504) 891-2787; www. theprytania.com RAMMSTEIN: LIVE AUS BERLIN (NR) — The film captures a 1998 outdoor performance by the metal band. Free admission. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Deutsches Haus, 1023 Ridgewood St., Metairie, 522-8014; www. deutscheshaus.org SKETCHY CHARACTERS — The sketch comedy troupe presents its films Sketchtown and Bourbon Whiz. Visit www. sketchycharacters.net for details. Tickets $5. 7:30pm Friday, One Eyed Jacks, 615 Toulouse St., (504) 5698361; www.oneeyedjacks.net

UPSTREAM COLOR (NR) — In Shane Carruth’s thriller, a woman is drugged and abducted by a small-time thief and she learns she is part of a complex conspiracy affecting other victims. Tickets $8.50 general admission, $6.50 New Orleans Film Society members. 7:30 p.m. MondayTuesday, Chalmette Movies, 8700 W. Judge Perez Drive, (504) 304-9992 AMC Palace 10 (Hammond), (888) 262-4386; AMC Palace 12 (Clearview), (888) 262-4386; AMC Palace 16 (Westbank), (888) 262-4386; AMC Palace 20 (Elmwood), (888) 262-4386; Canal Place, (504) 363-1117; Chalmette Movies, (504) 304-9992; Entergy IMAX, 581-IMAX; Grand (Slidell), (985) 641-1889; Hollywood 9 (Kenner), (504) 464-0990; Hollywood 14 (Covington), (985) 893-3044; Kenner MegaDome, (504) 468-7231; Prytania, (504) 8912787; Solomon Victory Theater, National World War II Museum, (504) 527-6012

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LET MY PEOPLE GO! (NR) — A French-Jewish gay mailman living in Finland returns to his zany family in Paris after a series of quarrels with his boyfriend. Tickets $7 general admission, $6 students and seniors, $5 members. 7:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday and May 28-30, 9:30 p.m. Monday, Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Arts Center, 1618 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 8275858; www.zeitgeistinc.net

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ANTENNA GALLERY. 3718 St. Claude Ave., (504) 298-3161; www. press-street.com — “My Mom Thinks My Work Has Really Improved Too,” an exhibition illustrating connections between childhood and adulthood in art, through June 2.

ARIODANTE GALLERY. 535 Julia St., (504) 524-3233 — Works by Teri Brasher, jewelry by Eric Silva, crafts by Dawn Chatoney and works by Tanya Dischler, through May. ARTHUR ROGER GALLERY. 432 Julia St., (504) 522-1999; www.arthurrogergallery.com — “Blame it on Vegas: Collecting Meta-Modern,” mixed-media works by Stephen Paul Day; paintings by Robert Gordy; both through Saturday.

BARRISTER’S GALLERY. 2331 St. Claude Ave., (504) 5252767; www.barristersgallery.com — “LaPopSexTVArtShow,” works by Beau Tardy, Mara Marich, LJ Gorry, Sebastien Birchler and Cyr Boitard, through June 1.

BENEITO’S ART. 3618 Magazine St., (504) 8919170; www.bernardbeneito. com — Oil paintings by Beneito Bernard, ongoing.

BOYD | SATELLITE. 440 Julia St., (504) 5812440; www.boydsatellitegallery.com — “Zombie Katrina, Part Two: The Paintings,” works by Blake Boyd, through Saturday.

CALLAN CONTEMPORARY. 518 Julia St., (504) 525-0518; www.callancontemporary.com — “Systems,” mixed media by James Kennedy, through Saturday.

CAROL ROBINSON GALLERY. 840 Napoleon Ave., (504) 895-6130; www.carolrobinsongallery. com — “Coming Into View,” paintings by Michael Chambers, through May 28.

COLE PRATT GALLERY. 3800 Magazine St., (504) 891-6789; www.coleprattgallery.com — “Out of My Mind,” works by Carolyn Evans, through Saturday.

D.O.C.S. 709 Camp St., (504) 524-3936; www. docsgallery.com — “Exploring the Abstract,” paintings

by Roberto Ortiz, through May 30.

DU MOIS GALLERY. 4921 Freret St., (504) 8186032; www.dumoisgallery. com — “Intorsion,” works by Chad Harris and John Norris, through June 15.

THE FOUNDATION GALLERY. 608 Julia St., (504) 568-0955; www. foundationgallerynola.com — Works by Zhang Chongguang, through July 6.

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Endless Line and Self Portrait

Big time celebrities in cities like New York sometimes get big heads. It is a common human trait to try to find meaning in fame and fortune, but wisdom is a very different experience. Longtime New York art star Pat Steir turns the fame game on its head in her Self Portrait expo.

Self-portraiture is nothing new, but Steir’s version comprises THRU Endless Line and Self eyes, ears, noses and features that JUNE Portrait: Site-specific bear no resemblance to her actual installations by Pat Steir appearance. Drawn directly on the Tulane University gallery walls like precise Renaissance sketches, they seem to be trying to Newcomb Art Gallery tell us something, but what? Steir adheres (504) 865-5328 to the Buddhist view that what we think of as our “self,” or ego, is a concept that www.newcombartis a fundamentally illusory mind game. In gallery.tulane.edu this view, our sense of self is a product of our common DNA filtered through differing circumstances and degrees of awareness — so identifying with fellow humans is not only compassionate but can facilitate a saner, happier and more meaningful life in a conflicted world where all things are impermanent except for the ongoing present moment and, ultimately, the universe itself.

Asian sages discovered the time-space continuum eons before Albert Einstein, and in Steir’s Endless Line (pictured) it appears as a continuous drippy tracery meandering around the room like a river. Painted white, it glows blue in the gallery’s cobalt light and recalls Steir’s “waterfall” canvases of drips orchestrated into magical cascades with overtones of Zen and Jackson Pollock. Endless Line is painted directly on the walls and will be painted over when the show closes. This parallels the meticulous sand mandalas created by the Tibetan Buddhist monks who appeared with the Dalai Lama last week. After days of work, the sand mandala was swept up and thrown into the river. In this view, the act of creation is an ongoing exercise in the art of life, and all that really matters is the — hopefully enlightened — awareness we bring to it. — D. ERIC BOOKHARDT

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THE GARDEN DISTRICT GALLERY. 1332 Washington Ave., (504) 891-3032; www.gardendistrictgallery. com — Louisiana Watercolor Society annual exhibit, through May 28.

GOOD CHILDREN GALLERY. 4037 St. Claude Ave., (504) 616-7427; www. goodchildrengallery.com — “Hell’s Bells / Sulfur / Honey,” photographs by Sophie T. Lvoff, through June 2.

JEAN BRAGG GALLERY OF SOUTHERN ART. 600 Julia St., (504) 895-7375; www.jeanbragg.com — “Earth, Sea & Sky: Paintings of the Gulf Coast,” works by Christopher Inglis Stebly, Melissa Smith and Susie Ranager, through May. JONATHAN FERRARA GALLERY. 400A Julia St., (504) 522-5471; www.jonathanferraragallery.com — “O Bury Me Not,” mixed-media collage and drawings by Michael Pajon, through May 28.

LEMIEUX GALLERIES. 332 Julia St., (504) 522-5988; www.lemieuxgalleries.com — “Submerged,” works by Kathryn Hunter; “Water Garden,” wall sculpture by Emily Wilson, through Saturday.

(504) 316-3474; www. themayspace.com — “Green Waves,” moving image installation by Nicolas Sassoon, through May.

LIVE ART STUDIO. 4207 Dumaine St., (504) 484-7245 — “Southern Fried Fractals,” paintings by Chris Clark; “Light & Atmosphere,” paintings by Sean Friloux; “Random Shots from My Camera,” photographs by Eliot Kamenitz; all through May.

NEW ORLEANS GLASSWORKS & PRINTMAKING STUDIO. 727 Magazine St., (504) 529-7277; www.neworleansglassworks.com — “Celebrations,” glass sculpture by Jonathan Christie, etchings

by John Furchess and copper enameled jewelry by Cathy DeYoung, through May.

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

PARSE GALLERY. 134 Carondelet St.; www.parsegallery.com — “Swells for the Night Season,” multimedia works by Jane Cassidy, through June 14.

MARTINE CHAISSON GALLERY. 727 Camp St., (504) 304-7942; www. martinechaissongallery.com — “Memory Logos,” paintings and drawings by Jack Niven, through Monday.

POET’S GALLERY. 3113 Magazine St., (504) 899-4100 — “Mississippi Mermaids,” works by Sean Yseult, through May.

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RHINO CONTEMPORARY CRAFTS GALLERY. The Shops at Canal Place, 333 Canal St., second floor, (504) 523-7945; www.rhino-

art LIStINGS crafts.com — Works by Lauren thomas, Sabine Chadborn, Vitrice McMurry, Andrew Jackson Pollack and others, ongoing.

SCOTT EDWARDS PHOTOGRAPHY GALLERY. 2109 Decatur St., (504) 610-0581 — “We Saw the Music,” photographs by Baron Wolman and Bob Compton, through June 1.

SECOND STORY GALLERY. New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave., (504) 710-4506; www.thesecondstorygallery. com — “Lite Bright: Experiments of Form and Light,” works by Bonita Day and Madeleine Faust, through May. SOREN CHRISTENSEN GALLERY. 400 Julia St., (504) 569-9501; www.sorengallery.com — “Kingdom,” mixed-media paintings by KOLLABS, through May 28.

SQUARE 459. 625 Hagan Ave., (504) 810-9218 — “Po-boy New Orleans,” photographs by Chris Sullivan, through Monday.

STAPLE GOODS. 1340 St. Roch Ave., (504) 908-7331; www.postmedium.org/staplegoods — “the Rams,” painting and sculpture by Abdi Farah, through June 2.

THOMAS MANN GALLERY I/O. 1812 Magazine St., (504) 581-2113; www.thomasmann.com — “Expressions of Scale: Big and Little Ideas in Metal,” works by thomas Mann and BRM Design, through June 6.

TULANE UNIVERSITY, NEWCOMB ART GALLERY. Woldenberg Art Center, (504) 314-2406; www. newcombartgallery.tulane. edu — “Endless Line” and “Self Portrait,” site-specific wall-drawing installation by Pat Steir, through June 16.

UNO-ST. CLAUDE GALLERY. 2429 St. Claude Ave. — Visual Arts League juried exhibition, through June 1.

SParE SPaCES FAIR GRINDS COFFEEHOUSE. 3133 Ponce de Leon St., (504) 913-9073; www.fairgrinds.com — “Sip of Life” photographs by Gitesh Gupta, through May. HEY! CAFE. 4332 Magazine St., (504) 891-8682; www. heycafe.biz — Paintings by Mario Ortiz, ongoing.

LA DIVINA GELATERIA. 621 St. Peter St., (504) 302-2692;

Call for artiStS ALL HAIL OUR SACRED DRUNKEN WOOKIEE: A CHEWBACCHUS ART SHOW. 3 Ring Circus’ The Big Top, 1638 Clio St., (504) 569-2700; www.3rcp.com — the Intergalactic Krewe of Chewbacchus seeks works in all mediums that celebrate fandom (sci-fi, fantasy, horror, comics, gaming, etc.) for an upcoming exhibition at the Big top. Email chewbacchusartshow@gmail.com for details. Submissions deadline is June 14.

MANDEVILLE’S MARIGNY OCTOBERFEAST. the City of Mandeville seeks a poster and logo design for the festival. Email acasborne@ cityofmandeville.com for details. Submissions deadline is Monday.

NO DEAD ARTISTS NATIONAL JURIED EXHIBITION OF CONTEMPORARY ART. Jonathan Ferrara Gallery, 400A Julia St., (504) 522-5471; www.jonathanferraragallery.com — Artists can apply to be included in the annual juried exhibition at Jonathan Ferrara Gallery. One artist from the September exhibition will win a solo show at the gallery. Visit the website for details. Submissions deadline is June 15.

muSEumS AMISTAD RESEARCH CENTER. 6823 St. Charles Ave., (504) 862-3222 — “Am I Not a Brother, Am I Not a Sister?: An Exhibition Commemorating the Emancipation Proclamation,” through June 28.

CONTEMPORARY ARTS CENTER. 900 Camp St., (504) 528-3800; www.cacno. org — “A thousand threads,” works by Luba Zygarewicz, through June 2. “Brilliant Disguise: Masks and Other transformations,” an exhibit curated

by Miranda Lash; “Beyond Beasts: the Art of Court 13”; “I’m Not Lost, Just Undiscovered,” works by New Orleans teenagers curated by the CAC teen Board; both through June 16. “After You’ve Been Burned by Hot Soup You Blow in Your Yogurt,” site-specific installation by Margot Herster, through Aug. 18.

HISTORIC NEW ORLEANS COLLECTION. 533 Royal St., (504) 523-4662; www.hnoc.org — “Seeking the Unknown: Natural History Observations in Louisiana, 1698–1840,” through June 2.

LONGUE VUE HOUSE AND GARDENS. 7 Bamboo Road, (504) 488-5488; www. longuevue.com — “A Year and One Day,” sculpture by Andy Behrle, through Dec. 20.

LOUISIANA STATE MUSEUM PRESBYTERE. 751 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www.lsm.crt.state.la.us — “they Call Me Baby Doll: A Carnival tradition,” an exhibit about the Baby Dolls, the AfricanAmerican women’s Carnival groups, through January 2014.

“It’s Carnival time in Louisiana,” Carnival artifacts, costumes, jewelry and other items; “Living with Hurricanes: Katrina and Beyond”; both ongoing.

MADAME JOHN’S LEGACY. 632 Dumaine St., (504) 568-6968; www. crt.state.la.us — “the Palm, the Pine and the Cypress: Newcomb College Pottery of New Orleans,” ongoing.

NEW ORLEANS MUSEUM OF ART. City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — “Portrait of Faith: John Paul II in Life and Art,” through June 16. “Inventing the Modern World: Decorative Arts at the World’s Fairs, 1851-1939,” through Aug. 4. “Forever,” mural by Odili Donald Odita, through Oct. 7.

OGDEN MUSEUM OF SOUTHERN ART. 925 Camp St., (504) 539-9600; www.ogdenmuseum.org — “What Becomes a Legend Most?: the Blackglama Photographs from the Collection of Peter Rogers,” through June. “to Paint and Pray: the Art and Life of William R. Hollingsworth Jr.”; “Eudora Welty: Photographs from the 1930s and ’40s,” through July 14. “When You’re Lost, Everything’s a Sign: Selftaught Art from the House of Blues,” through July 21. Works

by Walter Inglis Anderson from the museum’s permanent collection; an exhibition of southern regionalists from the museum’s permanent collection; both ongoing.

SOUTHEASTERN ARCHITECTURAL ARCHIVE. Tulane University, Jones Hall, 6801 Freret St., (504) 865-5699; seaa. tulane.edu — “the Dome,” an exhibition anticipating the 40th anniversary of the Superdome, through Nov. 1.

SOUTHERN FOOD & BEVERAGE MUSEUM. Riverwalk Marketplace, 1 Poydras St., Suite 169, (504) 569-0405; www.southernfood.org — “Lena Richard: Pioneer in Food tV,” an exhibit curated by Ashley Young; “then and Now: the Story of Coffee”; both ongoing.

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STELLA JONES GALLERY. Place St. Charles, 201 St. Charles Ave., Suite 132, (504) 568-9050; www.stellajonesgallery.com — “Modernist: A Look Back,” paintings by Richard Dempsey, through May.

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THEATER THE ADVENTURES OF BUTT BOY AND TIGGER. Elm Theatre, 220 Julia St., (504) 218-0055; www. elmtheatre.org — Steven Dawson’s comedy follows two boys who meet online and embark on a raunchy ride through the world of Internet chatting. Tickets $15.

8 p.m. Thursday-Saturday through June 8.

CLYBOURNE PARK. Shadowbox Theatre, 2400 St. Claude Ave., (504) 2988676; www.theshadowboxtheatre.com — Cripple Creek Theatre Company presents the regional premiere of Bruce Norris’ exploration of past and present race relations and middle class hypocrisies in America. Visit www. cripplecreekplayers.org for details. Tickets $15. 8 p.m. Friday-Sunday through June 23.

FULLY COMMITTED. Castle Theatre, 501 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 287-4707 — Kyle Daigrepont plays 40 characters in the play, which follows an out-of-work actor who mans the reservations line at a popular Manhattan restaurant. Tickets $20. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday.

GYPSY. Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, 325 Minor St., Kenner, (504) 461-9475; www. rivertowntheaters.com — Gary Rucker directs the musical about burlesque dancer Gypsy Rose Lee and her eccentric stage mother. Tickets $35 general admission, $33 seniors, $30 students and military. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 p.m.

Sunday.

CRIMES AGAINST NATURE: A LOVE STORY. AllWays Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave., (504) 218-5778; www.theallwayslounge.com — Featuring music by Ratty Scurvics, the play follows two cousins who hit the road and end up in New Orleans after getting caught in the act together. Tickets $10 Monday performances, $15 all other performances. 8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, through June 3.

MUCH ADO ABOUT NOTHING. Sydney and Walda Besthoff Sculpture Garden, New Orleans Museum of Art, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, City Park, (504) 658-4100; www.noma.org — The NOLA Project sets the Shakespeare comedy in the American South at the turn of the 20th century in this outdoor production.

Visit www.nolaproject. com for details. Tickets $12 general admission, $7 NOMA members, university students and children ages 7-17 on Wednesdays; $18 general admission, $10 NOMA members, university students and children ages 7-17 all other performances.

7 p.m. Wednesday-Friday and Sunday.

DRIVING MISS DAISY. North Star Theatre, 347 Girod St., Mandeville, (985) 626-1500; www.

NEXT TO NORMAL. Contemporary Arts Center, 900 Camp St., (504) 528-3800; www.cacno.

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org — Leslie Castay stars in the Tony Award- and Pulitzer Prize-winning rock musical about a suburban mother’s fight with mental illness and her family’s attempts to hold everything together. Visit www.southernrep.com for details. Tickets $20-$35.

7:30 p.m. Thursday-Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday,

through June 9.

OTHER PLACES. Dryades Theater, 1232 Oretha C. Haley Blvd. — Four Humours Theater presents Harold Pinter’s collection of bleak, darkly comic one-acts.

Call (504) 948-4167 or email fourhumourstheater@ gmail.com for reservations.

Tickets $12 at the door, $10

students and seniors. 8 p.m.

Thursday-Saturday.

RE-DESIGNING WOMEN. Mid-City Theatre, 3540 Toulouse St., (504) 488-1460; www.midcitytheatre.com — Varla Jean Merman, Ricky Graham, Brian Peterson and Jack Long star in the send-up of Designing Women, where the TV series’ characters are

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CHAPTER TWO. Playmakers Theater, 19106 Playmakers Road (off Lee Road), Covington, (985) 893-1671; www.playmakersinc.com — Neil Simon’s semi-autobiographical play follows a writer and a soap opera actress after the death of a spouse and a divorce, respectively, as they consider dating again. Tickets $15 general admission, $10 students.

8 p.m. Friday-Saturday, 2 pm. Sunday.

northstartheatre.com — Janet Shea stars in the Pulitzer Prize-winning play that follows the unlikely relationship between an elderly Southern woman and her driver. Tickets $30 general admission, $27 seniors, $20 students and $15 children 12 and under.

7:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday, through June 3.

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Gypsy is based on the memoirs of burlesque star Gypsy Rose Lee, but the show is centered on Rose — her fiercely stubborn stage mother who’s been portrayed by powerhouses including Bette Midler, Bernadette Peters and Patti LuPone in film and stage versions. Unfortunately Lisa Picone, the Rose in Theater 13’s production of the musical at Rivertown Theaters for the Performing Arts, was battling a sinus infection during opening weekend’s Sunday matinee (as evidenced by coughs between Gypsy lines and coming from THRU backstage), and it hin8 p.m. Fri.-Sat.; 2 p.m. Sun. MAY dered her performance.

Rivertown Theaters But talented supporting cast members brought for the Performing Arts energy to the faithful rendi325 Minor St., Kenner tion of the classic musical.

The story begins as Rose (504) 461-9475 tries to sell a vaudeville act www.rivertowntheaters.com featuring her young daughters, the doll-like Baby June (Savannah Fouchi) and her shy sister Louise (Tess Fouchi), who often fades into the background while her sister squeals, kicks and does splits in the spotlight. As teens, the girls are sick of peddling the same act — a gangling Louise (Elyse McDaniel) is still timid and relegated to roles like a farm cow or Uncle Sam; June, now called Dainty June (Courtney Kattengell), yearns to ditch the hair ribbons and pink dresses for a serious acting career. A highlight of the show is when the sisters duet on a pitch-perfect rendition of “If Mama Was Married,” where Kattengell’s bright, urgent tone pairs well with McDaniel’s warm voice, which was revealed earlier in “Little Lamb.”

The girls’ agent, and Rose’s sort-of love interest, Herbie (Joel Rainey) is a reliable counterpart to Rose, who relentlessly pursues her daughters’ — or really, her own — dreams despite glaring setbacks. Picone brings a hypnotic quality to her character’s more delusional moments, especially during the first act’s pivotal climax.

The once-shy Louise eventually finds success as a burlesque performer after an initiation by a trio of dancers (Katie Lynn Cotaya, Shelley Rucker and Janie Heck) who assure her that burlesque is just stripping with a gimmick.

Heck, especially, has a brassy voice that stands out even in small roles.

McDaniel, who brought a doe-eyed nervousness to the shyer version of Louise, effectively transforms the character into an elegant performer who finally stands up to her mother.

The show lacked Rose’s terrifying determination in classics like “Some People,” “Everything’s Coming Up Roses” and “Rose’s Turn” — where her arc’s sad catharsis is realized — because of Picone’s illness. But, perhaps borrowing from Rose’s doggedness, Picone nonetheless powered through a challenging role and show. — LAUREN LABORDE

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TROOP GLAMOUR GIRLS. Cutting Edge Theater, 747 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 2900760; www.cuttingedgeproductions.org — Jenny Gesvantner wrote and directs the musical about an Upper East Side housewife who takes over her daughter’s Campfire Girl troop following a divorce. tickets $20.

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BURLESQUE BALLROOM. Irvin Mayfield’s Jazz Playhouse, Royal Sonesta Hotel, 300 Bourbon St., (504) 553-2299; www. sonesta.com — trixie Minx stars in the weekly burlesque show featuring the music of Romy Kaye and the Brent Walsh Jazz trio. Call (504) 553-2331 for details. 11:50 p.m. Friday.

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THE GOODNIGHT SHOW. Cafe Istanbul, New Orleans Healing Center, 2372 St. Claude Ave.; www.neworleanshealingcenter.org — John Calhoun hosts the late-night talk show-style event that features comedy sketches, a house band and interviews with prominent locals. this week’s show features Kid Chef Eliana, the tBC Brass Band and comedian Wild Bill Dykes. tickets $10. 8 p.m.

Wednesday.

RAY NAGIN: THE GOING AWAY PARTY. Columns Hotel, 3811 St. Charles Ave., (504) 899-9308; www.thecolumns. com — Comedian Chris Champagne and singer Philip Melancon present the musical satire aimed at the former mayor. Call (504) 330-9117 for reservations. tickets $15. 8 p.m. Sunday.

DANCE KATHY GAMBLE CLASSICAL BALLET. Loyola University New Orleans, Louis J. Roussel

Performance Hall, 6363 St. Charles Ave., (504) 865-2074; www.montage.loyno.edu — the spring recital celebrates the company’s 50th anniversary.

Free admission. 2 p.m. Sunday.

CALL FOR tHEAtER NEW ORLEANS BURLESQUE FESTIVAL. the fifth annual festival, held Sept. 1921, accepts applications from performers including striptease dancers (male and female), singers, emcees, magicians, contortionists, aerialists, duos, troupes, novelty and variety acts. Visit www.neworleansburlesquefest.com for details.

Application deadline is Sunday.

COmEDY ALLSTAR COMEDY REVUE. House of Blues Voodoo Garden, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www.houseofblues. com — Leon Blanda hosts the stand-up comedy show with special guests and a band. Free admission. 8 p.m. thursday.

BIG EASY COMEDY FESTIVAL. UNO Lakefront Arena, 6801 Franklin Ave., (504) 280-7171; www.arena.uno.edu — Sheryl Underwood, Earthquake, Arnez J, Mark Curry and Damon Williams perform. Visit www.bigeasycomedyfestival. com for details. tickets $45$55. 8 p.m. Saturday.

BROWN. Castle Theatre, 501 Williams Blvd., Kenner, (504) 287-4707 — the improv comedy troupe performs. tickets $10.

10:30 p.m. Saturday.

C-4 COMEDY NIGHT. Eiffel Society, 2040 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-2951; www. eiffelsociety.com — Corey Mack hosts the stand-up comedy showcase. Visit www.c4comedy1.eventbrite.com for details.

Admission free in advance, $5 at the door. 8 p.m. Wednesday.

COMEDY BEAST. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 828 S. Peters St., (504) 522-9653; www. thehowlinwolf.com — the New Movement presents a stand-up comedy showcase. Free admission. 8:30 p.m. tuesday.

COMEDY CATASTROPHE. Lost Love Lounge, 2529 Dauphine St., (504) 944-0099; www.lostlovelounge.com — Cassidy Henehan hosts the weekly comedy showcase. Free admission. 9 p.m. tuesday.

COMEDY GUMBEAUX. Howlin’ Wolf Den, 828 S. Peters St., (504) 522-9653; www. thehowlinwolf.com — Local comedians perform, and amateurs take the stage in the open-mic portion. 8 p.m. thursday. COMEDY NIGHt. Grit’s Bar, 530 Lyons St., (504) 899-9211 — Vincent Zambon hosts the free stand-up comedy showcase. 9 p.m. thursday.

COMEDY SPORTZ. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 231-7011; www. nolacomedy.com — the theater hosts an all-ages improv comedy show. tickets $10. 7 p.m.

Saturday.

DREAM FANTASY CASTLE PRESENTS THE BAT. The New Movement, 1919 Burgundy St.; www.newmovementtheater.com — the troupe performs improv in the dark. tickets $5. 9 p.m. Saturday.

THE FRANCHISE. The New Movement, 1919 Burgundy St.; www.newmovementtheater. com — the showcase rotates tNM house improv troupes, including Claws with Fangs, Stupid time Machine, Super Computer, Chris and tami and the Language. tickets $5.

10:30 p.m. Friday.

GIVE ’EM THE LIGHT OPENMIC COMEDY SHOW. House of Blues, 225 Decatur St., (504) 310-4999; www.houseofblues.com — Leon Blanda hosts the showcase. Sign-up 7:30 p.m., show 8 p.m. tuesday.

ICE COLD COMEDY NIGHT. Siberia, 2227 St. Claude Ave., (504) 265-8855 — the comedy show features stand-up, an open mic and free ice cream.

Free admission. 9 p.m. Monday.

LAUGH & SIP. Therapy Wine Lounge, 3001 Tulane Ave., (504) 784-0054; www.therapynola.com — Mark Caesar and DJ Cousin Cav host the weekly showcase of local comedians.

Call (504) 606-6408 for details. tickets $7. 8 p.m. thursday.

LIGHTS UP. The New Movement, 1919 Burgundy St.; www. newmovementtheater.com — the theater showcases new improv troupes. tickets $5. 9 p.m. thursday.

THE MEGAPHONE SHOW. The New Movement, 1919 Burgundy St.; www.newmovementtheater.com — Each show features a guest sharing favorite true stories, the details of which inspire improv comedy. tickets $8. 10:30 p.m. Saturday.

RUCKER PARK. The New Movement, 1919 Burgundy St.; www.newmovementtheater.com — Alumni and students perform in the improv show. tickets $5.

9 p.m. Friday.

SATURDAY NIGHT LAUGH TRACK. La Nuit Comedy Theater, 5039 Freret St., (504) 2317011; www.nolacomedy.com — the theater hosts a stand-up comedy showcase. tickets $5.

11 p.m. Saturday.

THINK YOU’RE FUNNY? COMEDY SHOWCASE. Carrollton Station, 8140 Willow St., (504) 865-9190; www. carrolltonstation.com — the weekly open-mic comedy showcase is open to all comics. Sign-up 8 p.m., show 9 p.m. Wednesday.

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FAMILY SATURDAY 25 JUMPIN’ INTO SUMMER. Covington Trailhead, 419 N. Hampshire St., Covington — The event features a petting zoo, face painting and other activities. Free admission.

10 a.m. to noon. Saturday.

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CRESCENT CITY FARMERS MARKET. Tulane University Square, 200 Broadway St. — The weekly market features fresh produce, kettle corn, Green Plate specials and flowers. Visit www. crescentcityfarmersmarket.org for details. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

DEPRESSION & BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE. TulaneLakeside Hospital, 4700 South I-10 Service Road West, Metairie — Karen Fuqua, founder of Fuqua Consulting, is the speaker at the meeting. The group meets in the hospital’s cafeteria. Call (504) 286-1916 or visit www. dbsaneworleans.org for details. 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

ORLEANS AUDUBON SOCIETY & CRESCENT BIRD CLUB BANQUET. Five Happiness Imperial Room, 3511 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 486-0820; www.fivehappiness.com — The event includes a bar, buffet and presentation

WEDNESDAY 22 COVINGTON FARMERS MARKET. Covington City Hall, 609 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 892-1873 — The market

offers fresh locally produced foods every week. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday.

THE LENS SPRING ENVIRONMENTAL SALON.

Loyola University, Communications/Music Complex, 6363 St. Charles Ave.; www.loyno.edu — Lens reporter Bob Marshall moderates the discussion about Louisiana’s coast. Call (504)258-1624 or email amueller@thelensnola. org for details. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday.

LOUISIANA WETLANDS ACTION PROGRAM WORKSHOP. St.

Charles Parish West Regional Library, 105 Lakewood Drive, (985) 785-8471; www.myscpl. org — The group hosts an interactive workshop on blue carbon, a way for landowners to finance wetland restoration. It will also include a brief session on other new restoration technologies being tested in the region. Noon to 4 p.m. Wednesday.

NEW ORLEANS WINE & FOOD EXPERIENCE.

Various locations, visit website for details — The 21st annual event includes wine dinners at more than 30 restaurants, tasting events, the Royal Street Stroll through the French Quarter, seminars, grand tastings featuring more than 75 restaurants and 1,000 wines

In response to the shooting at the Mothers’ Day second line, Gambit’s Foundation for Entertainment, Development and Education, the Tipitina’s Foundation, United Way of Southeast Louisiana and Silence is Violence formed the 19 Fund to assist the victims. Deborah “Big Red” Cotton, who covers second lines and brass bands for Gambit, was among those The 19 Fund benefit injured. The benefit features MAY 7 p.m. Thursday music by Donald Harrison Jr. (pictured) leading the Congo Tipitina’s, 501 Napoleon Square Nation Mardi Gras Ave., (504) 895-8477; Indians, Hot 8 Brass Band, www.bestofneworleans.com Stooges Brass Band, Bonerama or www.tipitinas.com and others. The event is hosted by honorary co-chairs Fats Domino, Wendell Pierce and Harrison. All ticket and drink sales go to the fund, which will be administered by the United Way at no cost. Funds will be used to help the victims heal physically, emotionally and financially. Silence is Violence will coordinate victim services. Abita Brewing Company and Glazers also are event sponsors. Tickets $40.

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Tuesday-Saturday.

RISE. Private residence, call for details — Artist Inc.’s fundraiser includes hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, theater and music performances, a swimming pool, a raffle and auction.

Call (504) 943-6565 or visit www.artistinc.org for details. Admission $35 Art Klub members, $45 nonmembers, $80 per couple. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Wednesday.

WEDNESDAY AT THE SQUARE. Lafayette

Square, 601 S. Maestri Place; www.lafayettesquare.org — The Young Leadership Council hosts weekly spring concerts featuring live music, food and drink vendors and more. Free admission. Visit www. wednesdayatthesquare. com for details. 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

WESTWEGO FARMERS & FISHERIES MARKET.

Westwego Farmers & Fisheries Market, Sala Avenue at Fourth Street, Westwego — The market offers organic produce, baked goods, jewelry, art, live music and pony rides.

8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday.

THURSDAY 23 THE 19 FUND BENEFIT.

Tipitina’s, 501 Napoleon Ave., (504) 895-8477; www.tipitinas.com — Hot

8 Brass Band, Stooges Brass Band and Donald Harrison and the Congo Square Nation play the benefit for victims of the May 12 second line shooting. Admission $40.

7 p.m.

COASTAL CONVERSATIONS SERIES. Louisiana

State Museum Presbytere, 751 Chartres St., (504) 568-6968; www. lsm.crt.state.la.us — A panel discusses coastal restoration efforts in the Gulf Coast and the implementation of the Coastal Master Plan.

Free admission. 6 p.m.

MARKETPLACE AT ARMSTRONG PARK.

Armstrong Park, North Rampart and St. Ann streets — The weekly market features fresh produce, baked goods, Louisiana seafood, handmade beauty products, art, crafts and entertainment. Visit www.icdnola. org for details. 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.

PROPELLER GALA.

Propeller Social Innovation Incubator, 4035 Washington Ave., (504) 564-7816; www. gopropeller.org — The gala celebrates the graduation of the 2012-2013 class of Social Venture Accelerator Fellows and the grand

opening of the Propeller Incubator. The event features food, beer and wine, live entertainment and a silent auction. Admission $35 in advance, $40 at the door. 6 p.m.

RENOVATOR’S HAPPY HOUR. The event features

a tour of a 1890s Garden District home (1140 Jackson Ave.) that is currently being renovated. Admission free for Preservation Resource Center members, $10 nonmembers.

5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.

STEP BY STEP: THE JOURNEY WITH ALZHEIMER’S EDUCATION SERIES. Vista Shores As-

sisted Living and Memory Care, 5958 St. Bernard Avenue, (504) 2883737 — The Alzheimer’s Association and the New Orleans Regional Advisory Council host the series that includes information for caregivers and family members on the basics of Alzheimer’s disease. Free admisison.

Call (800) 272-3900 or visit www.alz.org/louisiana for details. 6 p.m.

THURSDAYS AT TWILIGHT. Pavilion of the Two

Sisters, City Park, 1 Palm Drive, (504) 482-4888 — A different musician performs every week at the event that includes food, mint juleps, wine, beer and soft drinks. Admission $10, $3 children

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BIRDFOOT CHAMBER MUSIC FESTIVAL. Various locations, visit website for details — This international music festival presents live chamber music performed in intimate venues by internationally renowned musicians as well as upcoming young talent. Visit www.birdfootcmf.org for details.

Tuesday-Friday.

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Call (985) 863-8516 or visit www.jjaudubon.net for details. Admission $28. 6:30 p.m.

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ages 5-12. 6 p.m.

TULANE FAMILY BUSINESS CENTER FORUM. Tulane Uni-

versity, Lavin-Bernick Center, Kendall Cram Lecture Hall — Sherif A. Ebrahim, president & CEO of the Strategic Management Group and Managing Partner of SMG Capital, presents “Uncovering Delicate Matters That Can Break A Successful Family Business.” 8 a.m to noon.

FRIDAY 24 CITY PUTT GRAND OPENING. City Putt, 8 Victory Drive, (504) 482-4888; www.neworleanscitypark.com — The miniature

golf course opens its doors, and the first 150 patrons get refreshments and a chance to win prizes. 10:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

FRIDAY NIGHTS AT NOMA.

New Orleans Museum of Art, City Park, 1 Collins Diboll Circle, (504) 658-4100; www. noma.org — The museum’s weekly event features music, performances, lectures, film screenings, family-friendly activities and more. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Fridays.

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ORLEANS. Greek Orthodox

Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, 1200 Robert E. Lee Blvd., (504) 957-7201 — It’s the 40th anniversary of this showcase of Greek food, music and culture. There’s a traditional Greek dinner or a variety of a la carte choices, children’s activities and traditional Greek dancers and music. Visit www.gfno.com for details. Admission $5, children under 12 free. 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Saturday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sunday.

NATIONAL DANCE WEEKEND.

Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., (504) 5611234; www.neworleans.hyatt. com — “Steppin” groups from Chicago, Orlando, Miami, Dallas and New Orleans are at the event that features a meet-and-greet, a brunch and dancing. Visit www.neworleanssteppers.com for details.

Admission $35 per day, $99 weekend pass. FridaySunday.

NEW ORLEANS HOME + GARDEN SHOW. Ernest N. Morial

Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd. — There are seminars on subjects such as renovation, restoration and

entertaining, and some activities involve local designers and celebrities. Decorating is covered with furniture, art and interior design products and tips, and there will be exhibits and information about fashion, lifestyle and landscaping. Visit www.neworleanshomeshows. com/homeanddesignshow for details. Admission $9, $5 with military ID, free for children 11 and younger. Noon to 8 p.m.

Friday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m to 5 p.m Sunday.

RAW: NOLA PRESENTS EXPRESSIONS. Eiffel Society,

2040 St. Charles Ave., (504) 525-2951; www.eiffelsociety. com — The event features 20 local, emerging artists in an interdisciplinary showcase that includes a pop-up art gallery, music performances, fashion shows, performing arts, a DJ and more. Visit www. rawartists.org/neworleans for details. Admission $10. 7 p.m.

USED BOOK SALE. St. Tammany Parish Library, Slidell Branch, 555 Robert Blvd., Slidell, (985) 893-6280; www. stpl.us — The sale features used books, magazines and more. Email fsl70458@yahoo. com for details. Members

The 10th anniversary Saints and Sinners literary festival features Dorothy Allison (pictured; Bastard Out of Carolina, Cavedweller), Bernard Cooper (The Bill From My Father: A Memoir), Justin Torres (We the Animals), Ayana Mathis (The Twelve Tribes of Hattie), Summer Wood (Raising Wrecker), Andrew Holleran (Grief: A Novel) and many others. The festival was founded by members of the LGBT community to encourage writers to address issues related to HIV/ AIDS, and it has grown into an all-encompassing literary conference. The event MAY Saints and Sinners features readings, master classes and workshops on everything from fiction, Various locations; THrU poetry, working with personal narrawww.sasfest.org tives and various genre niches — from mystery novels to poetry publications for the bear community — to getting published and other topics. There also are walking tours, parties and other events. Visit the website for schedule and details. — WILL COVIELLO

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SATURDAY 25 ARTS MARKET OF NEW ORLEANS. Palmer Park, South Claiborne and Carrollton avenues, (504) 523-1465 —

the Arts Council of New Orleans’ market features local and handmade goods, food, children’s activities and live music. Visit www.artscouncilofneworleans.org for details. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

ASIAN HERITAGE FESTIVAL.

Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St., (504) 581-4629; www.auduboninstitute.org — the Asian Pacific American Society and the zoo present a festival celebrating the culture of Asia with traditional song and dance as well as arts and crafts and more from countries such as China, Japan, thailand, Vietnam, India, taiwan and the Philippines. Admission (festival included in regular zoo admission) $17.50 adults, $13 seniors 65 and older, $12 children ages 2-12, free for Audubon Institute members. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

CRESCENT CITY FARMERS MARKET. Magazine Street

Market, Magazine and Girod streets, (504) 861-5898; www.marketumbrella.org — the weekly market features fresh produce, flowers and food. 8 a.m. to noon.

NEIGHBORHOOD PET ADOPTION & BAKE SALE.

Clearview Shopping Center, 4436 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 8850202 — LA/SPCA counselors and volunteers facilitate pet adoptions. Call (504) 368-5191 or visit www.laspca.org for details. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

RENAISSANCE MARKETPLACE OF EASTERN NEW ORLEANS. Renaissance

Marketplace, 5700 Read Blvd. — the market offers cuisine from area restaurants, shopping, arts and crafts, children’s activities and more. 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

SANKOFA FARMERS MARKET. ARISE Academy,

3819 St. Claude Ave. — the weekly market offers locally grown fruits and vegetables, fresh eggs and other goods.

Call (504) 872-9214 or visit www.sankofanola.org for details. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

ST. BERNARD SEAFOOD & FARMERS MARKET. Aycock Barn, 409 Aycock St., Arabi — the market showcases fresh seafood, local produce, jams and preserves, baked goods, crafts, live entertainment, children’s activities and more. Call (504) 355-4442 or visit www. visitstbernard.com for details.

8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

for the two-day event. the May 26 event is at 12 Mile Limit (500 S. telemachus St.) and the May 27 event is at Juan’s Flying Burrito (4724 S. Carrollton Ave.). Visit www. myhousenola.com for details.

2 p.m. to 7 p.m. SundayMonday.

SUNDAY 26

501 Napoleon Ave., (504) 895-8477; www.tipitinas. com — Children of all ages can play with and learn from musicians. the free workshop features the Johnny Vidacovich trio. Free admission. 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

CAROL’S TEA-RIFFIC PARTY ON THE BOULEVARD. Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., (504) 569-9070; www.ashecac.org —

the event features teas and sweets from throughout the African Diaspora. Admission $25. 3 p.m.

HIBISCUS SHOW & SALE.

Ursuline Academy, 2635 State St., 861-9150 — the New Orleans chapter of the American Hibiscus Society hosts the sale. Call (504) 289-2324 for details.

People can submit flowers for judging from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. the sale and exhibition is 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

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MONDAY 27 MEMORIAL DAY ACTIVITIES. National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., (504) 527-6012; www.nationalww2museum.org — Events

include performances by the Marine Corp Band at 10:00 a.m., the Victory Belles at 2:30 p.m. and observance of a moment of silence at 3 p.m. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

SPORTS ZEPHYRS. Zephyr Field, 6000 Airline Drive, Metairie, (504)

the Omaha Storm Chasers 6 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday and 11:30 a.m. Monday.

WORDS BILL LOEHFELM. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., (504) 899-7323 — the author reads from and signs The Devil in Her Way. 6 p.m. tuesday.

CATHERINE CAMPANELLA. Chateau Drugs, 3544 W. Esplanade Ave., (504) 889-2300; www.chateaudrugsrx.com — the author signs Legendary Locals of Metairie. 3 p.m.

Wednesday.

CHARLES FINCH. Maple Street Book Shop, 7523 Maple St., (504) 866-4916; www.maplestreetbookshop.com — the author signs A Death in the Small Hours. 6 p.m. thursday.

CLADIA GRAY. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., (504) 899-7323 — the author signs Spellcaster. 6 p.m. thursday.

ED BRANLEY. East Bank Regional Library, 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, (504) 838-1190 — the author discusses and signs Legendary Locals of New Orleans. 7 p.m. tuesday.

FAIR GRINDS POETRY EVENT. Fair Grinds Coffeehouse, 3133 Ponce de Leon St., (504) 913-9073; www. fairgrinds.com — Jenna Mae hosts poets and spoken-word performers on the second, fourth and fifth Sunday of each month. 8 p.m.

LOCAL WRITERS’ GROUP. Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 3721 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, (504) 455-5135 — the weekly group discusses and critiques fellow members’ writing. All genres welcome.

7:30 p.m. Monday.

THE WELL: A WOMEN’S POETRY CIRCLE. St. Anna’s Episcopal Church, 1313 Esplanade Ave., (504) 947-2121; www. stannanola.org — the group for writers of all levels meets at 2 p.m. Mondays. Call 655-5489 or email fleurdeholly@gmail. com for details.

CALL FOR WRITERS GRAND CIRCUS PUBLISHING. The group accepts submissions from New Orleansbased writers for a short story collection about alcohol. Email info@grandcircuspublishing. com for details. Submissions deadline is June 1.

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Real nice 2 bedroom, carport, wd hookups. Section 8 OK. $900/month. Call Eddie (504) 481-1204

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Dear New Orleans Job Guru, “I am graduating in a couple of weeks with a B.S. in Business Administration, and I have some interviews lined up. I keep hearing that they will hit me with trick questions, and it’s making me really nervous. Can you tell me what those questions would be?”

— Clay T., Covington, LA

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In past columns, I’ve discussed interview preparation, arriving 15 minutes early, dressing appropriately, making eye contact, researching the company you are targeting, and bringing a portfolio (brag book) that highlights your background. In the case of a new grad like you, a portfolio could include copies of certificates, diplomas, transcripts, awards, letters of reference, writing samples from articles you’ve written, print-outs of research papers, social media blogs, and any articles with positive mentions about you. I have also pointed out that it is critical to prepare index cards with several success stories (Challenge-Action-Result) and memorize them for your interview.

According to a survey by Business News Daily, the #1 negative thing a candidate can do in an interview is to say, “I’m nervous.” Another survey of 500 hiring managers by the workforce solutions firm Adecco USA found that interviewers reject 26% of applicants for fidgeting. They also mentioned texting during the interview (does anybody really do this?) and avoiding eye contact as major disqualifiers.

Psychologists peg nervousness and fidgeting in job interviews to the “fight or flight” response. Dr. Tamar Chansky, author of Freeing Yourself from Anxiety likens the high stakes job interview process to being under threat from a tiger attack. Your body responds by creating “… reactions which would make sense if there really were a tiger there.” According to Forbes magazine’s article, “14 Tips for Staying Calm During a Job Interview” by Jacquelyn Smith lists Preparation, Planning, Pre-Interview Rehearsal, and Positive Attitude as your best allies in preventing nervousness.

Here are some trick question areas and suggestions on how to handle them: • State your weakness or Give examples of areas in which you’ve failed, or any other negativetoned questions - Practice looking a bit bewildered as if you really have no idea, then proceed with a prepared example or area in which you fell a bit short, learned some lessons, and went on to succeed in similar future situations.

• Explain spreadsheets (or whatever) in three sentences to your 8-year old nephew. This question comes up often in today’s interviews, generally focusing on an aspect of the job you would be doing, if hired. This is where your company research and homework pays off. Prepare 3-sentence descriptions of each aspect of the job.

• Why should we hire you? or Tell us about yourself? After you have reviewed the job description

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

Send your questions to New Orleans Job Guru at: grant@resupro.com or 504-891-7222

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JOB GURU

ANNOUNCEMENTS

NOTICE IS GIVEN that the Executrix of this succession has petitioned this Court for authority to sell immovable property belonging to the succession of the deceased at private sale in accordance with the provisions of Article 3281 of the Code of Civil Procedure for One Hundred Forty-Five Thousand and No/100 ($145,000.00) Dollars cash, with the succession to pay all encumbrances, pro rata taxes, and pay for all proper certificates, and revenue stamps. The immovable property proposed to be sold at private sale is described as follows: A CERTAIN PORTION OF GROUND, together with all of the buildings and improvements thereon and all of the servitudes, rights, ways, privileges, prescriptions, advantages and appurtenances thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated, lying and being in the City of Gretna, Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in that part thereof known as GARDEN PARK SUBDIVISION EXTENSION NO. 3, being a resubdivision of portions of Lots 10 and 11 on Farm Block 7 in Section “B”, Oakdale Subdivision, approved by the Mayor and Board of Aldermen of the City of Gretna by Ordinance No. 1187, dated March 4, 1963, registered in COB 568, folio 285, and according thereto said Lot is designated as LOT FOURTEEN (14) in SQUARE NO. 35, which said Square is bounded

by Gretna Boulevard, Broadway Drive, Whitney Avenue and adjoining property, and said lot measures as follows: LOT FOURTEEN (14) measures sixty-three (63’) feet front on Broadway Drive, same width in the rear, by a depth between equal and parallel lines of one hundred (100’) feet.

Improvements thereon bear the Municipal No. 208 Broadway Drive, Gretna, Louisiana.

Being the same property acquired by Fae Estave Milan by virtue of a Judgment of Possession dated January 19, 2005 in the Succession of Julius Joseph Milan, No. 615-996, 24th Judicial District Court, Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, registered in COB 3138, folio 704.

Any heir or creditor who opposes the proposed sale must file his opposition within seven (7) days from the day on which the last publication of this notice appears.

By Order of the Court, Joann Gasper, Deputy Clerk April 19, 2013 Attorney: Robert W. Grant Address: 238 Huey P Long Ave. P.O. Box 484 Gretna, LA 70054 Telephone: (504) 368-7888 Gambit: 4/30/13 & 5/21/3

NOTICE TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE STATE OF LOUISIANA PARISH OF JEFFERSON WHEREAS the duly named and qualified administrator, Richard J. Desroche, has filed a Petition to the Court for authority to sell at private sale the hereinafter described property, to wit: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all of the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, advantages and appurtenances thereunto belonging or in anywise appertaining, situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of Louisiana, in that part known as HIGHWAY PARK SUBDIVISION, in Square 532 thereof, bounded by Maine Avenue (also known as Apple Street), First Street (also known as Toledano Avenue), Maryland Avenue (also known as Walnut Street) and West Metairie Avenue (also known as Kopfler Avenue), which said lot is designated as Lot “C” on a survey by Adloe Orr, Jr. & Associates, Consulting Engineers, dated July 19, 1954, a print whereof is annexed to an act recorded at COB 363 folio 218, and according to a survey, said Lot “C” commences at a distance of 100 feet from the corner of Maine Avenue and First Street, and measures thence 50 feet front on Maine Avenue, the same in width, and front on a 15 foot alley, in the rear, by a depth of 115 feet between equal and parallel lines, and is composed of portions of original Lots 5 and 6.

The improvements thereon originally bore the No. 1914 Maine Avenue.

The improvements now bear the Municipal No. 1005 Maine Avenue, Kenner, Louisiana 70062.

Being a part of the same property acquired by Northside Homes, Inc., from Taylor Land Company, Inc., and Irwin Land Company, Inc. by act before A. Melville Wolfson, Notary Public, on October 17, 1952, registered in COB 328, folio 48, and by act of correction before A. Melville Wolfson, Notary Public, on June 1, 1953, registered in COB 341, folio 697.

And being the same property acquired

by Eddie Joseph Desroche from Northside Homes, Inc., by act done before Louis G. Dutel, Jr., N.P. dated September 17, 1954, registered at COB 365, folio 218, on September 22, 1954, Jefferson Parish, La. And also being the same property acquired by Josephine Graham Desroche from the Succession of Eddie J. Desroche, 24th Judicial District Court for the Parish of Jefferson, No. 676398, Judgement rendered on August 10, 2009, and recorded at Instrument No. 11318598 COB 3312, Folio 868, Jefferson Parish, La. And also being the same property wherein a 1st and 2nd Adjustable Rate Mortgage were signed by Josephine Graham Desroche, acts done before David W. Birdsong, N.P. both acts dated March 28, 2008, recorded at MOB 4367, page 234 and MOB 4367, page 235, respectfully, Jefferson Parish, La. For the total gross sale price of $84,000.00 cash. The property will be sold pursuant to those terms and conditions as more fully set forth in the said agreement to buy/sell attached to the Petition For Authority To Sell Immovable Property At Private Sale filed this proceeding.

CLASSIFIEDS NOTICE is herby given to all parties whom it may concern, including the heirs and/or creditors of the decedent herein, be ordered to make any opposition which they have or may have to such application, at any time, prior to the issuance of the order of judgment authorizing, approving and homologating the application; and that such order or judgment may be issued after the expiration of seven (7) days from the date of the last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law.

By Order of the Court, Jon A. Gegenheimer Clerk of Court Attorney: Warren P. Villemarette Address: 3201 Danny Park, Ste. 107 Metairie, LA 70002 Telephone: (504) 454-1005 Gambit: 4/30/13 & 5/21/13

24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF JEFFERSON STATE OF LOUISIANA NO.: 713-796 DIV. B

SUCCESSION OF SHIRLEY ALBRIGHT PAVUR NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to the creditors of this Succession and to all other persons herein interested to show cause within seven (7) days from this notification (if any they have or can) why the First Tableau of Distribution presented by the Executor of this Succession should not be approved and homologated and the funds distributed in accordance therewith.

By Order of the Court, Kim Garland, Clerk Attorney: Patrick K. Reso Address: P.O. Drawer 699 Hammond, LA 70404 Telephone: (985) 542-8500 Gambit: 5/21/13

24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF JEFFERSON SUCCESSION OF GLORIA MONIE, WIDOW OF MICHAEL E. POWER Notice is given the executor of this succession has petitioned this Court for authority to sell immovable property belonging to the deceased at private sale in accordance with the provisions of Article 3281 of the Code of Civil Procedure for two hundred and forty thousand ($240,000.00) Dollars cash with the succession to pay all encumbrances, pro rata taxes and pay for all proper certificates. The immovable property proposed to be sold at private sale is described as follows: A certain Lot, piece, or portion of ground, with all the buildings and improvements thereon, all rights, ways etc. situated in the Parish of Jefferson, State of LA, in Sq. 3, Cherokee Courts Subdivision, said square is bounded

by Florence Court, Thoreau Street, Wagner Drive and Lucy Court, Gail Court, Manugo Road and the easterly line of the subdivision and the said lot is designated Lot #1, forms the corner of Thoreau Street and Florence Court and measures fifty five (55’) feet front on Thoreau Street, sixty eight and forty one-hundreds (68.40’) feet in width in the rear, with a depth on the Lucy Court side of one hundred (100’) feet and on the opposite side line a first depth and frontage on Florence Court of fifty (50’) feet and a second depth and frontage on Florence Court of fifty two and thirty six one-hundredths feet (52.36’) along a curve. The improvements bear municipal no. 10100 Florence Court.

By Order of the Court, May 10, 2013 Lisa M. Cheramie Deputy Clerk Attorney: Joseph A. Barreca Address: 774 Crystal Street New Orleans, LA 70124 Telephone: (504) 283-5397 Gambit: 5/21/13 & 6/11/13 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of a lost mail note payable to Anthony Smith Financial, Inc. dated December 31, 2012 in the amount of $1,118.91 and signed by a S. Harris; please contact Jules Fontana, Attorney @ 504-581-9545.

“Anyone knowing the whereabouts of any owners or members of the St. Michael Missionary Baptist Church located at 4723 Wilson, New Orleans, Louisiana, please contact Attorney Deborah L. Wilson, 808 Moss Street, New Orleans, LA, 70119; (504) 4884493 or dlwilson7973@bellsouth.net.”

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Barry J. Weatherspoon, please contact Keith A. Doley, atty,1554 N. Broad, New Orleans, La 70119, 504-9437071.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Bernadine M. Jenkins please contact Mark D. Spears, Jr., Attorney, 1804 Barataria Blvd., Suite A, Marrero, Louisiana 70072 or 504-258-2878.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Charles A. Ferguson, formerly of Harvey, LA, contact Carl J. Selenberg, Attorney at Law, 504-835-1053 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Danoda R. Knockum, please contact Ralph Bickham, Attorney at Law, 1515 Poydras Street, 23rd Floor, Suite 2355 New Orleans, Lousiana 70112 or call 504-584-5730.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Dimitra Alnetta Johnson, contact Atty Serena C Vaughan at 504-352-9582 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Elmore Arnold Gibson, Sr, or his heirs, please contact Norlisha Parker Burke, atty, 504-444-1943.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Jerome Volk and Barbara Volk Hornstein, please contact Keith A. Doley, atty, 1554 N. Broad, New Orleans, La 70119, 504-943-7071.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Leah Robinson, Lorraine Connolly, and/or Lucille Henry please contact attorney John Mason at (504) 723-5997 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Mary Brooks Richard, please contact Keith A. Doley, atty, 1554 N. Broad, New Orleans, La 70119, 504-9437071.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Robert R. Roth, Sr. please contact Mark D. Spears, Jr., Attorney, 1804 Barataria Blvd., Suite A, Marrero, Louisiana 70072 or 504-258-2878.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Rosary Ann Chetta, please contact Keith A. Doley, atty, 1554 N. Broad, New Orleans, La 70119, 504-9437071.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Salvador Delcid, contact Atty Serena C Vaughan at 504-352-9582 Anyone knowing the whereabouts of The Heyward Gibbes Hill Trust, Lindsay Turpin Hill, Sr., Arthur M. Hill, and the Heirs and Legatees of Heyward Gibbes Hill (also known as Hayward G. Hill), please contact Attorney Clay Monroe at (225) 222-4725.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Tony A. Brual, please contact Keith A. Doley, atty, 1554 N. Broad, New Orleans, La 70119, 504-943-7071.

CIVIL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF ORLEANS STATE OF LOUISIANA NO.: 08-1050 DIV. H

SUCCESSION OF LUCILLE DUMINY BAQUET NOTICE TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY Notice is given that the Executor of this Succession, Charles R. Baquet III, has petitioned this Court for authority to sell the immovable property described herein below belonging to the decedent at private sale in accordance with the provisions of La. C.C.P. Article 3281 for the price and sum of One hundred forty nine thousand and No/100 Dollars (149,000.00) cash, “as is,” subject to the terms and conditions as contained in the Agreement to Sell attached to the Petition filed in these proceedings.

The immovable property proposed to be sold at private sale is described as follows: A CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all rights, ways, privileges, servitudes, and advantages thereunto belonging, or in any wise appertaining, situated in the Second District of this City, in Square 287, bounded by Governor Nicholls, Ursuline, Galvez, and Miro Streets, and measures about forty five feet front on Galvez Street, by 148 feet, 6 inches more or less in depth, 6 inches on either side of which is an oblique line, and about 52 feet in width in the rear. Said property is also described on a sketch of survey of Gilbert & Kelly, Surveyors, October 30, 1935, and designated as Lot No. 9 and commencing 98 feet, 10 inches from the corner of Governor Nicholls Street, measuring 44 feet, 6 inches and 2 lines front on North Galvez Street, by 148 feet, 6 inches in depth on the side line nearest Ursuline Avenue, 51 feet, 4 inches and 6 lines in width on the rear line and 72 feet, 7 inches and 2 lines on the first depth from North Galvez Street, then widening on an oblique line towards Governor Nicholls Street 9 feet, 7 inches and 4 lines, and thence a second depth on the side towards Governor Nicholls Street of 70 feet, 1 inch and 4 lines. A certain triangular portion of ground, which adjoins the above described property, measuring on an extension of the rear line of the aforedescribed lot and lying on the Governor Nicholls Street side, the said triangle lying measuring 21 feet, 5 inches and thence on an oblique line on the Governor Nicholls Street side 81 feet, 11 inches 5 lines and measures 79 feet and 1 inch and 4 lines on the line adjoining the aforesaid lot No. 9.

Being the same property acquired in the name of Mrs. Sadie Miller Brauner from Miss Henrietta E. Miller, by act before John T. Charbonnet, Notary public, dated August 25, 1936, registered in C.O.B. 491, folio 181. The vendor herein acquired from Mrs. Sadie Miller Brauner by counter letter dated August 25, 1936, registered in C.O.B. 499 folio 189 and further acquired from Mrs. Sadie Miller Brauner (Griswold) and the minor, Clarence J. Brauner, Jr. by an act passed and registered in C.O.B. 569, folio 12.

Any legatee, heir or creditor who opposes the proposed sale must file any opposition which they have or may have to such application, at any time, prior to the issuance of the order or Judgment authorizing, approving and homologating, such Petition and such Order or Judgment may be issued after the expiration of seven (7) days from the date the last publication of such Notice appears, all in accordance with law.

By Order of the Court, Attorney: Clifton M. Davis III,

Bar Number 24069 Address: 303 S. Broad Street New Orleans, LA 70119 Telephone: 504-210-4988 Gambit: 5/14/13 & 5/21/13

CIVIL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF ORLEANS STATE OF LOUISIANA NO.: 2012-10668 DIV. A

SUCCESIONS OF ROSALIE S. KUGLER, WIFE OF/AND EDWARD C. MENDEL, SR. NOTICE TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE Whereas the Administrator of the above estate has made application to the Court for the sale at private sale of the immovable herein described property, to wit: Improvements bearing Municipal No. 3048-3050 Fortin Street, New Orleans, Louisiana, Lot U, Square 1556, Third District of City of New Orleans UPON THE FOLLOWING TERMS & CONDITIONS, TO WIT: ONE HUNDRED FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLARS ($150,000.00) less the usual and customary expenses of the sale, all as per the agreement to buy and sell. Notice is hereby given to all parties whom it may concern, including the heirs and creditors of the decedents herein, and of this estate, be ordered to make any opposition which they have or may have to such application, at any time, prior to the issuance of the order of judgment authorizing, approving and homologating such application and that such order or judgment may be issued after the expiration of ten (10) days from the date of the last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law.

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, Attorney: John A.E. Davidson Address: 2901 Independence Street, Suite 201 Metairie, LA 70006 Telephone: (504) 836-5973 Gambit: 5/21/13

CIVIL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF ORLEANS STATE OF LOUISIANA NO.: 2011-10164 DIV. E SUCCESSION OF JAMES W. MOUTON NOTICE OF FILING TABLEAU OF DISTRIBUTION Notice is hereby given to the creditors of this estate and all other persons herein interested to show cause within seven (7) days from the publication of this notice, if any they have or can, why the Tableau of Distribution filed

by FRANCIS MATHURIN POCHE,’ Testamentary Executor, should not be approved and homologated and the funds distributed in accordance therewith.

Dale N. Atkins, Clerk of Court Orleans Parish Attorney: Robert L. Raymond Address: P.O. Box 340 Destrehan, LA 70047 Gambit: 5/21/13

CIVIL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF ORLEANS STATE OF LOUISIANA NO. 13-4480 DIV. D SUCCESSION OF GERALDINE BARRETT WIFE OF/AND

THOMAS J. BARRETT, JR.

Telephone: (504) 838-9090

NOTICE TO SELL IMMOVABLE PROPERTY AT PRIVATE SALE

Gambit: 5/21/13

Whereas the administrator of the above Estates, has made application to the Court for the sale at private sale of decednts’ immovable property situated in the Parish of Orleans, State of Louisiana, bearing Municipal Number 10337 Chevy Chase, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70127, and more particularly described as follows: ONE CERTAIN LOT OF GROUND, together with all the buildings and improvements thereon, and all the rights, ways, privileges, servitudes and appurtenances thereunto belonging or in any wise appertaining, situated to the PARISH OF ORLEANS, STATE OF LOUISIANA, in the Third District of this City, in Lake Forest subdivision No. 8, in square No. 4, bounded by Chevy Chase Drive, Hanover Road, Deerfield Drive, and Restgate Road, designated as Lot. No. 18 on a survey by Universal Engineers, Inc., dated January 16, 1973, a copy of which is attached to the “Sale of Property by Lake Forest Builders, Inc. to Security Homestead Association, Filed on October 12, 1973 in the Custodian of Notarial Records Parish of Orleans, Instrument No. 109652”, and according thereto, said Lot commences 60 feet front on Chevy Chase Drive, same in width in the rear, by depth of 110 feet between equal and parallel lines.

UPON THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS: $20,000 Purchaser to pay all closing costs.

Notice is hereby given to all parties whom it may concern, including the heirs and creditors of the decedent herein, and of this estate, be ordered to make any opposition which they have or may have to such application, at any time, prior to the issuance of the order or judgment authorizing, approving and homlogating such application and that such order or judgment may be issued after the expiration of seven (7) days from the date of the last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law.

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, Attorney: Paul C. Fleming, Jr., Bar No. 23076 Address: P.O. Box 491 Metairie, LA 70004 Telephone: (504 888-3394 Gambit: 5/21/13 & 6/11/13

24TH JUDICIAL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF ORLEANS STATE OF LOUISIANA NO.: 719-926 DIV. A SUCCESSION OF JOYCE S. STEADMAN NOTICE BY PUBLICATION OF APPLICATION TO PAY ALLOWANCE WHEREAS, the succession representative of this Succession has made an application to the Honorable Court for authority to pay an interim allowance to heirs of this succession, which allowance is within the amount that will eventually be due to said heirs.

NOTICE is hereby given that an order granting such authority may be issued after expiration of ten (10) days from the date of this publication, and that an opposition may be filed at any time prior to issuance of the order.

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, Giselle LeGlue Clerk Attorney: Elizabeth Hammant Bar #18247 Address: 3000 W. Esplanade Ave. Ste 200 Metairie, LA 70002

CIVIL DISTRICT COURT FOR THE PARISH OF ORLEANS STATE OF LOUISIANA NO. 2013-3636 DIV. I

SUCCESSION OF STEWART HUEY EAMES, SR.

Whereas the Administratrix, of the above Estate, has made application to the Court for the sale, at private sale, of the immovable property hereinafter described, to-wit: THAT CERTAIN PIECE OR PORTION OF GROUND, situated in the THIRD DISTRICT of the City of New Orleans, State of Louisiana, situated in that part thereof known as LAKE BULLARD SUBDIVISION, PHASE 1, designated as LOT 23, in SQUARE C, and is bounded by WINROCK, DRIVE, BULLARD AVENUE, WAVERLY DRIVE, LAKE and STILLWATER DRIVE, Lot 23 begins 186.37 feet from the corner of Bullard Avenue and Winrock Drive and measures 60.66 feet front on Winrock Drive, a first width in the rear of 17.16 feet and a second width in the rear of 37.49 feet. Lot 23 has a first depth of 115.36 feet on the side line nearer Bullard Avenue and a second depth of 24.59 feet and a depth of 125.15 on the opposite side line.

The improvements thereon bear the Municipal Number 11292 Winrock Drive, New Orleans, Louisiana 70128.

UPON THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS, TO-WIT: TWO HUNDRED THOUSAND AND NO/100 ($200,000.00) DOLLARS, upon the following conditions, to-wit: all cash at the act of sale, less usual vendors’ costs and fees as provided in the Agreement to Sell, with this succession to receive the net proceeds.

Notice is hereby given to all parties whom it may concern, including the heirs and creditors of the decedent herein, and of this estate, be ordered to make any opposition which they have or may have to such application, at any time, prior to the issuance of the order or judgment authorizing, approving and homologating such application and that such order or judgment may be issued after the expiration of seven (7) days, from the date of the last publication of such notice, all in accordance with law.

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, DALE N. ATKINS, Clerk Attorney: William P. Curry, Jr. Address: 8020 Crowder Blvd.

New Orleans, LA 70127 Telephone: (504) 242-7882 Gambit: 4/30/13 & 5/21/13 LOST PROMISSORY NOTE: Anyone knowing the whereabouts or having possession of one (1) certain promissory note executed by Brenda Jones Jackson, dated November 29, 2004 in the principal sum of 111,549.00 please contact Kimberly Calais at P.O. Box 80459 Baton Rouge, LA 70898 or at 225-216-1099. Gambit: 5/21/13, 5/28/13 & 6/4/13.

Pursuant to the requirements of La. R.S. 47:6007 (D) (2) (e), Chemical Mind Production, LLC has completed principle photography on the feature film titled “2 Bedroom 1 Bath”. Any creditor will need to file a claim by June 15, 2013. All claims should be sent to: Chemical Mind Production, LLC, 102 Cambridge Drive, Belle Chasse, LA or via fax at (504) 524-2969. Please note that the outstanding obligations are not waived should a creditor fail to file by the specified date.

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STATE OF LOUISIANA NO. 629-016 DIV. E

Any heir or creditor who opposes the proposed sale must file his opposition within seven (7) days from the day on which the last publication of this notice appears.

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CLASSIFIEDS LEGAL NOTICE

PROPOSAL NUMBER 13-001 THE JEFFERSON PARISH CLERK OF COURT’S OFFICE WILL RECEIVE SEALED BIDS UNTIL THURSDAY, JUNE 10, 2013 AT 10:30 A.M. AT WHICH TIME BIDS WILL BE OPENED AND PUBLICLY READ AT THE JEFFERSON PARISH CLERK OF COURT’S OFFICE, 200 DERBIGNY STREET, GENERAL GOVERNMENT BUILDING, SUITE 5600, GRETNA, LOUISIANA FOR A FISCAL AGENT FOR THE PERIOD BEGINNING ON OR ABOUT JULY 1, 2013 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2015.

TO BE A QUALIFIED BIDDER, THE BANK MUST OPERATE WITHIN JEFFERSON, PARISH, LOUISIANA AND MUST HAVE A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK CHARTER. THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF THE PROPOSED FISCAL AGENCY CONTRACT ARE THAT THE FISCAL AGENT SHALL PERFORM ALL DUTIES AND DISCHARGE ALL OBILIGATIONS IMPOSED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF LOUISIANA UPON FISCAL AGENTS AND SHALL RENDER THE FOLLOWING SERVICES TO THE JEFFERSON PARISH CLERK OF COURT’S OFFICE : COLLATERALIZE ALL TIME AND DEMAND DEPOSITS 100% WITH GOVERNMENT SECURITIES. THE BANK WILL PROVIDE CHECKS FOR ALL ACCOUNTS AT NO COST TO CLERK OF COURT’S OFFICE. ALL BANK STATEMENTS WILL BE CUT-OFF ON THE LAST DAY OF THE MONTH FOR ALL ACCOUNTS. STATEMENTS MUST LIST EACH CHECK CLEARING IN CHECK NUMBER ORDER. IMAGES OF CANCELLED CHECKS MUST BE RETURNED ON COMPACT DISK WITH STATEMENT. ALL ACCOUNTS MUST BE ACCESSIBLE THROUGH THE INTERNET FOR PURPOSES OF TRANSFERS AND VIEWING.

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THE BANK WILL PROVIDE EQUIPMENT FOR PROCESSING OF CREDIT CARD CHARGES.

THE JEFFERSON PARISH CLERK OF COURT’S OFFICE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO ACCEPT OR REJECT ANY OR ALL BIDS. JON A. GEGENHEIMER CLERK OF COURT JEFFERSON PARISH GAMBIT: 5/21/13, 5/28/13 and 6/4/13 Louis H. Gomez, or anyone knowing the whereabouts of Louis H. Gomez, his heirs, or assigns or legatees, or successors in interest, please contact Atty., Bonita Y.Watson, 1100 Poydras St., Ste. #2900-129, NOLA, 504.708.3975. www.thewatsonfirm.com (504) 7083975.

Anyone knowing the whereabouts of Opal Fields & Darren Harrison, please contact Keith A. Doley, atty, 1554 N. Broad, New Olrleans, La 70119, 504943-7071.

NOTICE

Massage therapists are required to be licensed with the State of Louisiana and must include the license number in their ads.

MERCHANDISE ART/POSTERS SAILBOATS ON CANVAS In Pastel with Hanger.

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MIND, BODY, SPIRIT HEALTH/FITNESS Change Your Consciousness Change Your Life

A day of workshops Presented by Eckankar, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Saturday, June 22, 2013 New Orleans Healing Center (second floor) 2372 St. Claude Avenue Call 504-362-5492 for detailed information

LICENSED MASSAGE BYWATER BODYWORKS

THE BANK WILL PROVIDE PROCEDURES TO ALLOW INTERNET COMMERCE FOR ONLINE CHARGES (PAYPAL).

Swedish, deep tissue, therapeutic.

Flex appts, in/out calls, OHP/student discounts, gift cert. $65/hr, $75/ 1 1/2hr. LA Lic# 1763 Mark. 259-7278

THE BANK WILL SUBMIT INFORMATION REGARDING OTHER SERVICES AVAILABLE AND THEIR COST. THE BANK WILL INDICATE THE AVAILABILITY OF CONTRACT EXTENSIONS UNDER THE SAME TERMS.

Swedish, Relaxing Massage.

Hours 9am-6pm, M-F. Sat 10-1pm $70. LA Lic #1910.

Sandra, 504-393-0123.

THE BANK WILL SUBMIT COMPETITIVE BIDS FOR THE INTEREST RATE TO BE PAID ON ALL DEPOSITS. THE INTEREST RATE ON REGISTRY FUNDS IS TO BE FIXED FOR TWO YEARS.

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Flexible hours, in- and out-calls avail. $65 one-hr in-call, discounts avail.

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Cuisinart Ice Cream/Yogurt Maker, never used! Sells new $59.99, sell for $40.00.; Chef’s Choice Diamond Hone Knife Sharpener, like new! Sells for $40.94, sell for $25.00; George Forman Lean Mean Fat-Reducing Grilling Machine, like new! Sells for $78.00, sell for $45.00; OXO Salad Spinner, large, like new! Sells for $30.79, sell for $15.00; White Carrara Marble 12” Lazy Susan, excellent condition! Sells for $69.99, sell for $40.00; Cabela’s Table Top Stainless Steel Grill, 222 sq inch cooking area, hardly used, perfect condition! Sells for $129.99, sell for $80.00 (Includes three 1-lb. propane fuel cylinders, FREE); Glazed Clay Roaster, 12” x 8” x 4”, never used! Sells new $40.00, sell for $25.00; Stainless Steel Rostfrei Inox 7 piece assorted kitchen tools, never used! Sells for $100.00 plus, sell for $45.00. (includes ss wall hanger FREE); Small Glazed Clay Pot Baker/Roaster with chicken decor on top, 6” x 4.5” x 3” d, never used!

Sells new for $30.00, sell for $18.00.

Please call Northshore 985-8097777, leave message with your phone number.

Fox - rescued from hoarder

Fox was rescued as part of a cruelty case at the home of a hoarder, living in a room with 100 other cats. He is quite a character with a confident, perky personality and he rarely meets a stranger he doesn’t adore. Fox is funny, playful, extremely laid back, and quite handsome too!

Please give him a chance!

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Weekly Tails

Sesame iis a 6-month-old, neutered, Chihuahua/French Bulldog mix. Go, go, go and go some more, is Sesame’s mantra.

He never seems to stop and is the goofiest, wiggly, kissy little fellow you’ll ever meet. To meet Sesame or any of the other wonderful pets at the LA/SPCA, come to 1700 Mardi Gras Blvd. (Algiers), 10-4, Mon.-Sat. & 12-4 Sun. or call 368-5191.

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