Don’t forget about the Gatsby Dog Second Line Parade in Algiers Point! The fun starts this evening at 5:30 at the Algiers Ferry Landing, with a doggie and owner costumed second line parade through the Point. A benefit for the Louisiana SPCA, there will be food, music, kids activities and more.
West Bank Theatre 
Joey & Mary’s Irish Italian Wedding continues its run at the Teatro Wego Dinner Theatre. Audience participation is encouraged during this comedic wedding and reception with a whole cast of characters. Shows at 7:30 pm on Friday and Saturday and a matinee performance on Sunday at 2:00 pm. Visit the Jefferson Performing Arts site for more information and tickets.
Gretna Farmer’s Market
Rain or shine, you can always count on the farmer’s market for your fresh, locally grown produce every Saturday from 8:30-12:30. Under the covered market on Huey P. Long Avenue, between 3rd and 4th Streets.
Saturday Crafts at the West Bank Regional Library
Looking for something to keep the kids busy? Visit the West Bank Regional Library on Manhattan Blvd. in Harvey for the weekly kids craft activities – every Saturday morning at 10:30 in the Children’s Wing of the library.
Make-A-Wish Foundation Benefit 
Sunday at noon at the Impression Nightclub and Cafe in Gretna. Sponsored by the Westbank Social and Marching Club and the Sassy Katz Social and Marching Club, the Make-A-Wish Foundation benefit will have music, karaoke, a water slide and kiddie pool, dunking for apples, drawings, raffles, auctions and more. Head on out and help support these West Bank non-profits as they attempt to help others.
Mid-May Meatball Madness
I have to give credit to St. Martha’s Church for coming up with such a catchy theme for their spaghetti dinner this Sunday. Starting at 10:30 am, dinners will be for sale at 2555 Apollo Drive in Harvey. Adult plates are $8 and children plates are only $5.
Upcoming Events:
Plaquemines Parish Heritage and Seafood Festival, May 23rd and 24th at the Medal of Honor Park on Barriere Road in Belle Chasse. Live music, carnival rides, helicopter rides and more. Visit the fair’s website for more information.
Make it a great West Bank weekend!
