Trade up and give back at Ele Shoes & Accessories (3316 Magazine St., 309-8674). Through August 15, receive 20 percent off any shoe when you bring in a new or gently worn pair of shoes to benefit Soles4Souls, an international charity that provides free footwear to people in desperate need, including victims of disasters (such as Hurricane Katrina), people living in abject poverty (such as refugee camps in Uganda) and people in need of a fresh start (such as women escaping domestic violence situations who need professional shoes for interviews). For more information, visit www.soles4souls.org or www.katrinashoes.org.

Help support the Preservation Resource Center of New OrleansÕ rebuilding efforts when you visit Cottage Living magazineÕs newly opened idea home located at 4505 Camp St. The new modular home was designed to blend seamlessly into the neighborhood and will be open to the public for tours through Sept. 3. Tour hours are Thursday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. Tickets are $10 at the door (cash or check). For more information, visit www.prcno.org.

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