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Children’s Museum, 420 Julia St., 523-1357; www.lcm.org — The museum hosts special Tuesday and Thursday activities for children ages 3-under and their parents or caregivers. Admission $8, free for members. 10:30 a.m.
Thursday 18 ART ACTIVITIES DURING AFTER HOURS. Ogden Museum of
Southern Art, 925 Camp St., 539-9600; www.ogdenmuseum.org — The Ogden offers art activities for kids during its weekly After Hours concerts. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
PAWS & CLAWS. Fairview-
Riverside State Park, 119 Fairview Drive, Madisonville — The interactive program designed for preschoolers teaches children about animals commonly found in the park with a focus on characteristics that enable survival. 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.
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CECILIA DARTEZ . Le Jouet, 1700
Airline Drive, Metairie, 8370533; www.lejouet.com — The author of the Jenny Giraffe series reads from her books and leads a second line through the store. 1 p.m. KIDS CRAFTING NATURE . Bayou
Segnette State Park, 7777 Westbank Expwy., Westwego — Children of all ages are invited to join the park staff in learning a new nature topic each month, and participants get to create and take home a craft based on the topic. 10 a.m.
OGDEN FAMILY FAIR . Ogden
Museum of Southern Art, 925 Camp St., 539-9600; www. ogdenmuseum.org — The museum’s take on a Southern country fair features arts and crafts, games and perfor-
mances by New Orleans Suzuki Forum, Calliope Puppets, the Preservation Hall Jr. Brass Band and more. Free admission. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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RADIO WORKSHOP. National
World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., 527-6012; www. nationalww2museum.org — Children ages 8 to 12 learn to make radio sound effects, listen to old-time radio shows and famous WWII-era radio broadcasts, and then create an original radio story. Preregistration is required. Call 528-1944 ext. 229 or email lauren.handley@nationalww2museum.org for details. 10 to 11:30 a.m.
EVENTS Tuesday 16 CASA NEW ORLEANS VOLUNTEER ORIENTATION . CASA New
Orleans, 1340 Poydras St., Suite 2120, 522-1962; www.casaneworleans.org — The organization hosts an orientation for those interested in volunteering as court-appointed special advocates. Call 522-1962 ext. 213 or email info@casaneworleans. org for details. 6:30 p.m.
COMMUNITY PROJECT PARTNERSHIP WORKSHOP.
Junior League New Orleans, 4319 Carondelet St., 891-5845; www.jlno.org — The Junior League of New Orleans hosts workshop for nonprofits interested in partnering with the organization. Visit www.jlno. org for details. 9 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. CRESCENT CITY FARMERS MARKET. TULANE UNIVERSITY SQUARE, 200 Broadway St. —
The weekly market features fresh produce, kettle corn, Green Plate specials and flowers. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. DEALING WITH LOSS. West Jefferson Behavioral Medicine Center, 229 Bellemeade Blvd., Gretna, 391-2440 — The center offers a weekly support group. Call Doreen Fowler for details. 6 p.m. DEPRESSION AND BIPOLAR SUPPORT ALLIANCE. Tulane-
Lakeside Hospital, 4700 S. I-10 Service Road West, Metairie — The peer support group meets the first and third Tuesdays of every month. Visit www. dbsaneworleans.org for details. 7:30 p.m. FEASTING FOR FREEDOM. New Orleans restaurants donate a portion of their revenue on this day to the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation of Louisiana. Visit www.laaclu. org for the list of participating restaurants. STAGE DOOR IDOL: FINALS.
Stage Door Canteen at The National World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., 528-1944; www.stagedoorcanteen.org — Contestants perform World War II-era hits for a
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The Noisician Coalition is known for at least two unique features: electronic music generated by instruments mounted with modified bullhorns and its red-andblack bohemian biker-gang/clown-posse look. The Noisicians will shed their signature garb at the Underpants Party and Fundraiser. The pants-optional event will raise money to build new instruments, repair old ones and promote battery recycling. Coalition members typically build their own instruments. Ashley Shabankereh plays a “Shabonkahonk,” a euphonium topped with a megaphone. “This is free-form music,” she says. “I’m happy to have a change from a classical form of music.” Members use everything from bullhorns and assorted electronic parts to trash cans, bottles and hubcaps. One member created “The Pacified Amplifier” — actually an amplified pacifier — for a baby girl. The fundraiser features performances by the Noisician Coalition, Kali, Natasha Fiore, Matt Thomas (The Human Blockhead) and ActionActionReaction. There is a “Pants Off Dance Off,” a silent auction and a raffle for prizes which include three-course meals cooked in the winner’s home, a cocktail party for 15 hosted by a professional mixologist, photographs and kung fu classes. Admission is $5 and includes your first raffle ticket. — Lora Ghawally
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Noisician Coalition Underpants Party 10:30 p.m. Friday AllWays Lounge, 2240 St. Claude Ave., 2185778; www.theallways.com
panel of celebrity judges in the singing competition. Call 5281944 ext. 267 for details. Free admission. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. WEDNESDAY 17 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. FRENCH MARKET FARMERS MARKET. French Market, French
Market Place, between Decatur and N. Peters streets, 522-2621; www.frenchmarket.org — The weekly market offers seasonal produce, seafood, prepared foods, smoothies and more. 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. GREAT DECISIONS: REBUILDING HAITI . Latter Memorial Library,
5120 St. Charles Ave., 596-2625; www.nutrias.org — The World Affairs Council of New Orleans’ discussion series features Laila Hlass, staff attorney at Loyola University New Orleans College of Law’s immigration clinic. Call 280-5591 or director@wacno.
org for details. Free admission. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP. East
Jefferson General Hospital, 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, 454-4000; www.ejgh.org — The American Cancer Society sponsors a group for people who have experienced the death of a loved one. Call 4565000 for details. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
INFANCY TO INDEPENDENCE .
St. Matthew/Central United Church of Christ, 1333 S. Carrollton Ave., 861-8196; www.stmatthew-nola.org — The parent-child education and support group uses enriching activities in music, art and play. Visit www.infancytoindependence.org for details. 9:30 a.m. to noon Wednesday-Thursday.
LGBT YOUNG ADULT PEER SUPPORT GROUP. LGBT
Community Center of New Orleans, 2114 Decatur St., www. lgbtccno.org — The group supports 18- to 24-year-olds dealing with the struggles of coming out, sexuality, family and relationships. 7 p.m. LUNCHBOX LECTURE . National
World War II Museum, 945 Magazine St., 527-6012; www. nationalww2museum.org — The semi-monthly lecture series focuses on an array of World War II-related topics. Call 528-1944 ext. 229 for details. Noon. NONPAC MEETING . Seventh
District Station, 10555 Lake Forest Blvd. — The New Orleans Neighborhood Policing Anti-Crime Council holds its monthly meeting. 7 p.m.
WEDNESDAY NIGHTS AT JW MARRIOTT. JW Marriott New
Orleans, 614 Canal St., Suite 4, 525-6500; www.marriott.com — The hotel showcases local music and art with spirit tastings and hors d’oeuvres. 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
WESTWEGO FARMERS & FISHERIES MARKET. 484 Sala
Ave., Sala Avenue at Fourth Street, Westwego — The market offers organic produce, baked goods, jewelry, art and more, with live music and pony rides. 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday.
WOMEN & WINE ON WEDNESDAYS. Santa Fe Tapas,
1327 St. Charles Ave., 504-3049915 — The women’s networking and social event features wine specials. Visit www.womenwinewednesday.com for details. 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. YOUTH IMPACT CONFERENCE . Little Zion Baptist Church, 4821 Earhart Blvd., 371-5520 — The conference for youth, parents and educators includes activities and guest speakers meant to help motivate young people to overcome challenges. 6:30 p.m. Wednesday-Friday.
Thursday 18 50 HAIRCUTS IN 50 STATES IN 50 DAYS TOUR . Kenneth’s Studio
for Hair, 2100 St. Charles Ave., 528-8585; www.kennethsstudio.com — Hairstylist Patrick Lomantini provides haircuts for a minimum donation of $20 to raise money for the LA/SPCA. Appointments are encouraged. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.
BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUP. St. Tammany Hospital’s
Parenting Center, 1505 N. Florida St. Suite B, Covington, (985) 898-4435; www.stph. org — A certified lactation consultant answers questions related to breastfeeding in the monthly group. Noon to 1 p.m. CELEBRATE RECOVERY. Victory
Fellowship Church, 5708 Airline Drive, Metairie — The group addresses addictions and other emotional issues through a spiritual perspective. Call 7335005 for details. 6:30 p.m.
CHANGES. Hey! Cafe, 4332
Magazine St., 891-8682 — The weekly meetings teach focusing, a method of directing attention outside one’s body to affect change. Call 232-9787 for details. 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
EPILEPSY & SEIZURE EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT GROUP.
East Jefferson General Hospital, 4200 Houma Blvd., Metairie, 454-4000; www.ejgh.org — The Epilepsy Foundation of Louisiana holds a monthly support group for adults who have or are impacted by epilepsy or seizure disorders. The group meets in the Foundation Board Room. Call (800) 960-0587 or email kelly@epilepsylouisiana. org for details. 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. FRESH MARKET. Circle Food Store, 1522 St. Bernard Ave. — The Downtown Neighborhood Market Consortium market features fresh produce, dairy, seafood, baked goods and more. EBT and WIC accepted. 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. LIFE HURTS, GOD HEALS. Victory Fellowship Church, 5708 Airline Drive, Metairie — The support group focuses on teens and young adults with addictions, hang ups and emotional pain. Call 733-5005 for details. 7 p.m. THE RAP GAME . Mimi’s in the Marigny, 2601 Royal St., 8729868; www.myspace.com/ mimisinthemarigny — Michael Patrick Welch, Gambit contributor and teacher of a class where students learn to create and record original songs, and MC Intelligence host a class/competition for non professional adult rappers. Call 756-2147 for details. 10 p.m. to 1 a.m. RED HAT SOCIETY CONVENTION . Hilton New Orleans Riverside, 2 Poydras St., 561-0500; www. hilton.com — The national women’s social organization hosts its annual convention featuring live entertainment, a parade, a “pajama breakfast” and an expo hall with vendors selling fascinators, hats and other accessories. Email Emily@ redhatsociety.com or visit www.redhatsociety.com for details. Thursday-Saturday. SISTAHS MAKING A CHANGE . Ashe Cultural Arts Center, 1712 Oretha Castle Haley Blvd., 569-9070; www.ashecac.org — The group offers lessons in African dance and more, along with nutrition, health and wellness seminars. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday and Monday. A TOAST TO LITERACY WINE & FOOD TASTING . Vom Fass, 5725
Magazine St., 302-1455; www. vomfassusa.com — The store selling vinegars, oils, select wines, spirits and liqueurs hosts an event to benefit the Literacy Alliance of Greater New Orleans. Call 864-7012 or email literacygno@gmail.com for details. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Friday 19 ADULT CHILDREN OF ALCOHOLIC/DYSFUNCTIONAL FAMILIES. Fair Grinds
Coffeehouse, 3133 Ponce de Leon Ave., 913-9073; www. fairgrinds.com — The weekly
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ALICE IN WONDERLAND TEA . Windsor Court Hotel, 300 Gravier St., 522-1922; www. windsorcourthotel.com — The hotel hosts traditional tea services with an Alice in Wonderland theme. Children are encouraged to dress as their favorite characters. Reservations are recommended. Call 596-4773 or visit www. grillroomneworleans.com/lesalon for details. 11 a.m., 2 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.
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