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listingsedit@gambitweekly.com or fax to 483-3116.) family wednesday 19 Summer Storytime. Octavia Books, 513 Octavia St., 899-7323;
www.octaviabooks.com Ñ Courtney Eiswirth reads stories for all ages every Wednesday through July. 10:30 a.m. ThursDAY 20 MAGIC NIGHT WITH DR. MAGIC . CarretaÕs Grill, 2320 Veterans Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 837-6696 Ñ The childrenÕs magician performs tableside magic. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Folk dancing. Starlight Ballroom, 5050 W. Esplanade Ave., Metairie, 467-5090; www.folkdancers.net/ccid Ñ Crescent City International Dancers teach folk dances from around the world for all levels: beginners 7:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m., advanced students and requests until 10 p.m. First visit free; $6 per couple, $4 per person. 7:30 p.m. SaturDAY 22 KidsÕ Fishing clinic. Fairview-Riverside State Park, pavilion near the Otis House Museum, Madisonville, (985) 792-4652 or (888) 677-3247 Ñ The park hosts a hands-on kidsÕ fishing clinic for kids ages 8-up. A parent or guardian must accompany the child. All supplies included. Pre-registration required. Free with park admission ($1 per person). 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. sunday 23 kidsÕ Soccer class. Decatur and Spain streets Ñ Free weekly soccer classes in the Marigny for kids, followed by a game with kids, teenagers and parents. Live music provided. 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
events Tuesday 18 Disaster outreach conference for business. Gallier Hall, 545 St. Charles Ave., 589-6730; www.gsa.gov Ñ The U.S. General Services Administration and FEMA host a conference for small and local businesses about how to conduct business with the federal government during and after a disaster. Free; call to register. 8:30 a.m. to noon.
Kiwanis Luncheon meeting. Steak and Ale Restaurant, 3870 Veteran Memorial Blvd., Metairie, 457-4551 or 464-4000 Ñ The Kiwanis Club of Moisant invites all prospective and former members to discuss membership and the goals of the organization in helping children. Noon to 1 p.m.
Modern Dance class. New Orleans Dance Academy, 5956 Magazine St., 899-3780 Ñ Dancer and choreographer Lula Elzy teaches weekly Horton-based modern dance classes. Call for details. 6 p.m. Tuesday and 10 a.m. Thursday.
Organ & Labyrinth Meditation Hour. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., 522-0276; www.trinityc.net Ñ Albinas Prizgintas leads an hour of organ music and quiet meditation every Tuesday. 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Bipolar/Depression support. Tulane-Lakeside Hospital, Urgent Care entrance, 4700 I-10 Service Road, Metairie; www.dbsaneworleans.org Ñ The Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance holds a free bimonthly support group. Free. 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday 19 Yogamotion dance class. Max Fitness, 4953 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, 231-8616 Ñ Kathy Koehl teaches a weekly yogamotion dance class. Reservations required. Fee is $15 per class. 9:30 a.m.
Tales of the cocktail. Hotel Monteleone (214 Royal St., 800-535-9595)& various locations, (800) 299-0404; www.talesofthecocktail.com Ñ The New Orleans Culinary and Cultural Preservation Society holds the annual five-day event featuring seminars, book signings and discussions, cooking and mixing demonstrations, parties, dinners and more. Visit Web site for complete schedule and prices. 2 p.m. Wednesday (opening toast at Carousel Bar) through 10 p.m. Sunday (Bartenders Bash at House of Blues).
Anxiety & Stress talk. Behavioral Medicine Center, 229 Bellemeade Blvd., Gretna, 391-2440 Ñ The West Jefferson Medical Center holds an informational seminar about how to recognize the symptoms of anxiety and stress, and when to seek help. Free; call to register. 3:30 p.m.
Beginner kung fu & Tai Chi. Shaolin-Do Kung Fu & Tai Chi, 4210 St. Claude Ave., 944-1880; www.nolashaolin.com Ñ Kung Fu classes emphasize fitness, personal challenge and self-defense. Tai Chi classes emphasize relaxation, meditation, balance and focus. First class is free, enrollment is $89/month. 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. Monday and Wednesday, noon to 1:30 p.m. Saturday (Kung Fu), 7:35 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday and Wednesday (Tai Chi).
Tribal bellydance classes. Tapas Yoga and Movement Studio, 4413 Chastant St., Metairie, 256-5255; www.tapasyoga.net Ñ Shannon Wolfe teaches fundamental techniques of tribal-style bellydance (Wednesday) and a lighthearted introduction to the style (Friday). Open to all levels. $12 per class. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, 7 p.m. Friday. Thursday 20 yoga For seniors. Tapas Yoga and Movement Studio, 4413 Chastant St., Metairie, 256-5255; www.tapasyoga.net Ñ Tracey Watts leads a yoga class designed for seniors. Wear loose clothing. Admission $5. 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.
Jack Reznicki Photography seminar. The Darkroom, 1927 Sophie B. Wright Place, 522-3211; www.asmpno.org Ñ The American Society of Media Photographers hosts the commercial digital photographer and president of the Professional Photographers of America for an instructional seminar. Tickets $15 nonmembers, $10 members, $5 students. 6 p.m. refreshments, 6:30 seminar.
Twilight garden concert series. City Park, New Orleans Botanical Garden, Pavilion of the Two Sisters, 483-9386; www.neworleanscitypark.com Ñ John Reeks, Jesse Reeks and Stephanie Thomas perform. Tickets $6 general admission, $2 kids ages 5-12, free admission 5-under. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., through Aug. 31. Friday 21 wEEKEND BAZAAR . Bazaar, 805 St. Ferdinand St., 309-2288 Ñ The shop and gallery hosts a weekly outdoor sale of handmade creations by local artists. 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday.
New Orleans zephyrs. Zephyr Field, 6000 Airline Drive, Metairie, 734-5155; www.zephyrsbaseball.com Ñ The Zephyrs play Albuquerque. Bag of Donuts perform after SaturdayÕs game. Tickets start at $7. 7 p.m. Friday, 6 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, 7 p.m. Monday, July 24.
Uptown Chess club. PuccinoÕs Coffee Shop, 3128 Magazine St., 905-2971 Ñ The Uptown Chess Club resumes its weekly games. All are welcome. 7:30 p.m.
Argentine Tango Dance. Argentine Tango Club, 5956 Magazine St., 887-3095 Ñ Call Maria for class information; open tango dance every Friday. Tickets $5. 9 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Movie night at Bacchanal. Bacchanal, 600 Poland Ave., 948-9111 Ñ Enjoy a film, order some wine and munch on Chef PeteÕs cuisine in BacchanalÕs backyard every Friday (weather permitting). Free admission. 9 p.m.
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Magazine street Farmers market. Magazine and Girod streets; www.marketumbrella.org Ñ Crescent City Farmers Market holds its weekly Saturday market. Fresh produce, flowers and food available. 8 a.m. to noon.
Gretna Farmers market. Huey P. Long Avenue, between Third and Fourth streets, Gretna, 362-8661 Ñ The weekly rain-or-shine Gretna Farmers Market features more than 30 vendors offering a wide range of fruits and vegetables, meats and flowers. Free admission. 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Hurricane-preparation clinic. Pontchartrain Center, 4545 Williams Blvd., Kenner, 465-9985 Ñ A free two-day hurricane preparation and repair clinic is available for Louisiana residents. 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sunday.
Louisiana Reptile & exotic expo. Alario Center, 2000 Segnette Blvd., Bayou Segnette Complex, Westwego, 349-5525 or (919)495-3233; www.gilaproductions.com Ñ Gila Productions holds a show featuring reptiles, exotic animals, cages, food and supplies for sale, live shows and seminars. Tickets $8, $14 for two-day pass. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.
PTSD-relief seminar. Whole Foods Market, 3420 Veterans Memorial Blvd., 888-8225 Ñ Dr. Henri Roca leads ÒReleasing Post-Traumatic Stress Holistically.Ó Space is limited; register at the Customer Service counter. Free admission. 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
JazzÕn the Vines. Pontchartrain Vineyards, 81250 Hwy. 1082 (Old Military Road), Bush, (985) 892-9742; www.pontchartrainvineyards.com Ñ Pontchartrain Vineyards presents a concert with Wardell Williams Blues Show Band. Bring picnic fare, blankets and chairs. No pets or outside wine, beer or liquor. Tickets $10. 6:30 p.m.
Ballroom dance event. GallowayÕs Studio of Dance, 3191 Terrace Ave., Slidell, (985) 781-8595; ggn@bellsouth.net Ñ SlidellÕs chapter of USA Dance, Inc. holds a public dance promoting ballroom and other styles of dance for all ages, which includes a group dance lesson. Soft drinks and freshments provided. Call Glenda for details and directions. Admission $8 nonmembers, $5 members. 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday 23 trinity artist series. Trinity Episcopal Church, 1329 Jackson Ave., 522-0276; www.trinityc.net Ñ Trinity Artist Series presents a concert with the Richard Scott Trio. Free admission. 5 p.m.
Volleyball league. University of New Orleans, UNO Lakefront Arena, 834-2134 Ñ Contact David to join a weekly co-ed volleyball league. Matches are played year-round on three courts. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Monday 24 Iyengar Yoga CLasses. Anne Burr Dance Studio, 1128 Dublin St., second floor, 862-5568 Ñ Iyengar yoga is a form that emphasizes strength, stamina, flexibility and balance. The studio offers beginner classes on Friday nights and advanced classes on Monday nights; $12 for single class. Monday advanced class, 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m., Friday beginner class, 5:30 p.m. to 6:45 p.m.
International piano competition. Loyola University, Roussel Hall, 899-4826; www.mascno.org Ñ The Musical Arts Society of New Orleans hosts a piano competition for the twelve finalists. Tickets $15-$30. 7 p.m. Monday, July 24-Friday, July 28, 8 p.m. Saturday, July 29, 2 p.m. Sunday, July 30.
call for donations
instruments needed. Performing Arts Society of Acadiana, P.O. Box 52979, Lafayette, LA, 70505, (337) 237-2787; www.pasa-online.org Ñ The Performing Arts Society of Acadiana seeks donations of instruments Ñ clarinets, horns, saxophones, flutes, trumpets, drums and more Ñ for students whose families cannot afford band instruments. Call to schedule a donation.
call for volunteers
American Cancer Society. 2605 River Road, 833-4024 or (800) ACS-2345; www.cancer.org Ñ The American Cancer Society needs volunteers to participate in its upcoming events and facilitate patient-service programs offered in the area. Opportunities are available with Making Strides Against Breast Cancer, Hope Lodge, Man to Man, I Can Cope, Relay For Life and more. Call for more information.
Louisiana ChildrenÕs Museum volunteer Workshop. Louisiana ChildrenÕs Museum, 420 Julia St., 856-0725 ext. 215; volunteers@lcm.org Ñ The museum holds a volunteer training session for people ages 16-up interested in working in the museum with kids and families, serving as docents, behind-the-scenes maintanence and more. Contact Trish Potter, volunteer coordinator. 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Thursday
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Algiers Regional Branch. 3014 Holiday Drive; www.nutrias.org Ñ New Orleans Public Library offers all local schools donated books to replenish their libraries. School representatives are invited to contact Geraldine Harris at 596-2601.
Dream new Orleans. 311 Decatur St., first floor, 982-0922; www.thesoulofno.com Ñ The New Orleans Renaissance Society presents a weekly open-mic Spoken Soul Session featuring poetry, jazz, hip-hop and soul. Admission $7 general, $5 students w/ college ID. 8 p.m. to midnight Thursday.
EAST BANK REGIONAL LIBRARY. 4747 W. Napoleon Ave., Metairie, 838-1190; www.jefferson.lib.la.us Ñ The Great Books Club discusses ShakespeareÕs A Midsummer NightÕs Dream. 7 p.m. Thursday
faulkner house books. 624 PirateÕs Alley, 5 86-1609; faulkhouse@aol.com Ñ The PirateÕs Alley Faulkner Society presents an evening with author Gay Talese. He will discuss and sign his new memoir, A WriterÕs Life. Free; RSVP is requested by email. 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Tuesday.
GARDEN DISTRICT BOOK SHOP. The Rink, 2727 Prytania St., 895-2266 Ñ Will Clarke reads from and signs The Worthy: A GhostÕs Story. 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday.
GOLD MINE SALOON. 701 Dauphine St., 586-0745; www.17poets.com Ñ The 17 Poets weekly series presents featured poet Moose Jackson. Open mic to follow. Poets, writers, storytellers, dancers, musicians, puppeteers and vocalists welcome. Hosted by Dave Brinks. Free admission. 8 p.m. Thursday.
LATTER LIBRARY. Carriage House (behind library), 5120 St. Charles Ave., 596-2625; www.nutria.org Ñ Friends of New Orleans Public Library holds its semi-weekly book sale. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday and Saturday.
MAPLE Leaf Bar. 8316 Maple St., 866-9359 Ñ The weekly reading series presents featured writers, followed by an open mic. Free admission. 3 p.m. Sunday.
Neutral Ground coffeehouse. 5110 Danneel St., 891-3381 Ñ Weekly Tao poetry reading. 9 p.m. Wednesday.
OCTAVIA BOOKS. 513 Octavia St., 899-7323; www.octaviabooks.com Ñ Ronnie Virgets reads from and signs Lost Bread. 6 p.m. Tuesday; Ronlyn Domingue reads from and signs The Mercy of Thin Air. 6 p.m. Thursday.
call for writers
Natchez Poetry Contest. Attn: Judy Wiggins, Humanities Coordinator, 11 Co-Lin Circle, Copiah-Lincoln Community College, Natchez Campus, Natchez, MS, 39120 Ñ The Natchez Poetry Contest invites writers to submit original poems on any subject, but no longer than 40 lines per poem; there is no limit on number of poems. Winning entries will be compensated and published in an anthology. Visit www.colin.edu/calendar.htm for guidelines and to download an entry form for each poem submitted. Entry fee is $7 per poem; make payable to A&S Poetry. Postmark deadline is July 31. (The deadline for all listings information submissions is noon Monday . Listings are edited for space; please visit www.bestofneworleans.com for complete listings.)
