SECTIONS:Defender PicksSamediMay 25th
1200 Robert E. Lee Blvd (11:00 AM- 11:00 PM) The Holy Trinity Cathedral is inviting Grecophiles of all ages out to Bayou St. John for goat burgers, traditional music and dancing, and regional libations
New Orleans Food and Wine Expo Grand Tastings The Convention Center (2:00PM- 5:00 PM) An experience for both foodies and wine connoisseurs, with live music by The Nigel Hall Band
Tigers, Bananas, Bears... Oh Yeah! Michalopoulos Studio (2:00PM and 8:00 PM) An interactive and sparkling performance presented by Nari Tomassetti
Zephyr Field (4:00PM and 6:00 PM) New Orleans baseball against the Omaha Storm Chasers
Gerken Bike’s 5 Year Anniversary Party Gerken Bike’s Back Yard (7:00 PM) Drinks! Snacks! Thanks! And music by Raya Brass Band and others
Birdfoot Festival’s Final Gala Concert Tulane University’s Dixon Hall (8:00 PM) The final evening of a chamber music festival that has something for classical aficionados and dilettantes alike
Shadowbox Theatre (8:00 PM) Straightforward conversational drama explores one area's gentrification through 50 years
Howlin’ Wolf (9:00 PM) A funky two night celebration of the band’s 30th anniversary
Hustle Saturdays with DJ Soul Sister Hi- Ho Lounge (11:00 PM) Weekly dance party with the Queen of Soul DimancheMay 26th1200 Robert E. Lee Blvd (11:00 AM- 9:00 PM) The Holy Trinity Cathedral is inviting Grecophiles of all ages out to Bayou St. John for goat burgers, traditional music and dancing, and regional libations
Zephyr Field (2:00 PM) New Orleans baseball against the Omaha Storm Chasers
NOMA’s Besthoff Sculpture Garden (5:00 PM) The NOLA Project presents this festive comedy that pits two of Shakespeare's most beloved characters in a war of words and wits
Tigers, Bananas, Bears... Oh Yeah! Art Klub, 513 Elysian Fields Ave (8:00 PM) An interactive and sparkling performance presented by Nari Tomassetti
Shadowbox Theatre (8:00 PM) Straightforward conversational drama explores one area's gentrification through 50 years
Hot 8 Brass Band Howlin’ Wolf Den (10:00PM) Weekly gig from some of the city’s best in brass
Joe Krown feat. Russell Batiste and Walter "Wolfman" Washington Maple Leaf (10:30PM) Weekly gig on Oak with Krown on the organ, Washington firing up the guitar strings, and Batiste on the drums. LundiMay 27thZephyr Field (1:00 PM) New Orleans baseball against the Omaha Storm Chasers
The Healing Center (7:00 PM) The French Alliance’s Cine-Club screens a French romantic film with English Subtitles
Hi-Ho Lounge (8:00 PM) King James & the Special Men Charmaine Neville Band New Orleans Jazz Vipers Johnny Sketch and the Dirty Notes |
Learning to Live TogetherAge of Van: The Revivalists' Rob Ingraham Talks Co-Habitation in this Week's Column Rob Ingraham of the Revivalists discusses the downsides of living in close quarters. The saxophonist dispels myths of overnight success, stressing the highs and lows of living together along the way. Inside the IbervilleOp-Ed: One Resident's Relocation Story With its demolition fast approaching, opinion columnist Annika Mengisen talks to residents of the Iberville Housing Development about eviction and redevelopment. Fam FestJazz Fest Parent Tips: Keep Moving, Break 'Em In Early A year after defending the tents in his first Jazzfest as a new dad, Brad Rhines returns to the Fair Grounds for more adventures in parenting. Principals, Not PrinciplesAge of Van: The Revivalists' Rob Ingraham Gives Readers Some Bandmate Background The Revivalists' saxaphonist, Rob Ingraham, gives readers and fans a bandmate breakdown in this week's column. Read on to find out who plays what, where everyone is from, even their astrological signs. JazzFest Fashion Don'tsA Primer for Fess Dress Every year during JazzFest, the Fair Grounds turns into a whirling kinescope of sundresses, fedoras, decorated parasols, and kitschy printed button downs. Gazing upon the pastiche on display in the Acura Stage field for the first time, newbies may think that when it comes to fashion, this is an anything goes event. Age of VanRevivalists' Rob Ingraham Introduces Weekly Music Column The local music scene is no stranger to NoDef's front page. The latest addition is a column from local musician of The Revivalists, Rob Ingraham, and it's swapping out gushing reviews for real talk from on the road. In the following inaugural piece, Ingraham introduces himself, his writing, and clears up some stereotypes about life on tour. Quality of Life Requires Compromise: Letter Recent controversy over noise and operating limits placed on St. Roch Tavern and other music venues have forced New Orleanians to wrestle with the true meaning of the term "Quality of Life." In a letter written to NoDef this week Sue Mobley breaks down the issue: Fowl Play: Reader Challenges Chicken Killer to Revenge Wrestling (Letter) NoDef reader Zachary George recently lost his six pet chickens, and evidence surrounding their deaths leads him to believe they were murdered. The Ninth Ward resident wants to duke it out with their human assassin, and he sent us a letter (and photos) challenging the person he believes attacked his feathered friends. Bird killer, George wants to know if you’re too chicken to own up to what you did. Click through to read: Op-Ed: BNA Responds to Neighbors' Markey Park Complaints The Bywater Neighborhood Association Board responded to an op-ed written by a Bywater resident last week that argued nearby residents were left out of the planning process for renovations at Markey Park. According to BNA, the space was never sanctioned for off-leash dog use. Click through to read the full response: Op-Ed: Bywater Residents Left Out of Markey Park Plans by Randi Kaufman I’m a regular user of Mickey Markey Park, and have been bringing my dogs to the park daily since 2002. I remember when it was a bunch of overgrown weeds, and the broken down playground equipment was littered with used syringes and condoms. 
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