It’s Thursday, and time to plan your West Bank weekend. I love spring in New Orleans – there are so many fun events to attend that it’s hard to make a choice. Here are a few you might be interested in going to:
Another Crawfish Boil!
The Friends of the Algiers Courthouse is holding a crawfish boil on Saturday from 5-8 pm in Algiers Point at 225 Morgan Street. The annual fundraiser helps to pay for repairs to the historic courthouse (built in 1896) and will feature music from Sheena and the Swamp Dogs and catering by Johnny’s Seafood. Tickets are $20 and must be purchased in advance. Call Irene Burrus at 392-1449 for tickets.
Comedy Ball
The annual gala for the West Bank ARC will be held on Saturday from 7-11 pm at the KC Hall in Gretna. Featuring standup comedy, food, drinks, a silent auction and a terrific parade of prizes. Please call 361-1121 for more information and tickets and help support this Gretna non-profit that assists individuals with disabilities become contributing members of their community.
Christ the King School Fair – Naturally N’Awlins Allstars
Don’t you just love all of the spring school fairs? Head on out to Terrytown any day this weekend for the Christ the King fair. There will be food, games, a silent auction and live bands each day.
Friday fair hours are 6-11 pm – Five Finger Discount performs at 7 pm
Saturday fair hours are 11 am -11 pm – Bag of Donuts performs at 7 pm
Sunday fair hours are 11:30 am -7 pm – Foret Tradition performs at 3 pm
Gretna Farmer’s Market
Saturday, from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm under the Market on Huey P. Long Avenue, between 3rd and 4th Street. Crafts, art, music and lots of locally grown produce.
West Bank Cancer Relay for Life
Taking place at the Gretna Market on Saturday from 2 pm til midnight, come out and support the teams participating in the annual Relay for Life to benefit the American Cancer Society. There will be a Survivor’s Tent, games, prizes and live music. Come have a late lunch or dinner at one of the restaurants near the market and cheer on both the walkers and survivors. I have to get a plug in here for my favorite West Bank band, Chicken on the Bone, who will be playing from 10 pm to midnight to close out the event!
Aurora Tennis & Swim Club Open House
Saturday, between 4-7 pm, pop in and check out Aurora Tennis & Swim Club. There are currently openings for both summer and year round members in this family friendly community club. With 3 swimming pools (main, adult and kiddie pools), a playground, 11 lighted tennis courts, an exercise room and a bar, there is something for everyone at Aurora. 5244 General Meyer Avenue in Algiers.
Make it a great West Bank Weekend!
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