West Bank Weekend Events: February 29-March 1, 2008

The weather forecast for the weekend is sunny with temperatures in the low 70s, perfect for some outdoor activities on the West Bank.  If you are not out on the golf course or picnicking at the park, here are some other West Bank events you might enjoy.

Gretna BMX Raceway

A recent addition to fun things to do on the West Bank, the Gretna BMX track is  now open on Saturdays, with registrations from 10 am to 2 pm and races starting at 2:30 pm.  Staffed completely by parent volunteers, the motto of the BMX track is “Nobody Sits the Bench”.  Races are held each Saturday for all entrants, from beginners to more experienced riders, with race results posted online each week.  My 12 year old has been begging to go here, so we have it penciled in on the schedule for this weekend!

West Bank Theatre

The Jefferson Performing Arts Society presents Flanagan’s Wake at the Teatro Wego! Dinner Theatre, starting Friday, February 22nd.  The hilarious, interactive show will run through March 16th, will performances on Fridays and  Saturdays at 7:30 pm and a matinee show on Sundays at 2:00 pm.  A buffet is available before each show.  For reservations or more information, visit the Jefferson Performing Arts Society website.

I’ve got tickets for Saturday night to attend The Great American Trailer Park musical as it continues its run at the Westwego Performing Arts Theatre through March 9th.  Shows will be held every Friday and Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday matinees will be performed at 2:00 pm.  Buffets are available before each show.  For reservations or more information visit the Jefferson Performing Arts Society website.  I’ll be sure to give a review before next week’s final performances!

Gretna Farmer’s Market 

Rain or shine, the Farmer’s Market is always the best place on the West Bank to get your fresh produce along with other locally prepared items.  Huey P. Long and 4th Street, under the Gretna Market.  8:30 am - 12 noon

Lenten Fish Fries on the West Bank

One of the great things about the Lenten season is that I know I don’t have to cook on Friday nights.  Get the family together and head out to one of the many locations holding a fish fry this week:

St. Anthony School  900 Franklin Ave.  Gretna, LA.  The St. Anthony Dad’s Club is sponsoring dinners of fried or broiled fish, fried shrimp, gumbo and more.  Eat in or take available, along with soft drinks and desserts.  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Christ the King School  535 Deerfield Ave.  Gretna, LA.  The Knights of  Columbus is hosting this weeks dinner offering fried fish, corn and crawfish soup, combo plates, drinks, desserts and more.  5:30 pm - 7:30 pm.

St. Andrew the Apostle  3101 Eton Street  Algiers, LA.  The Knights of Columbus sponsors the dinner, serving fried fish, gumbo, dessert, and more.  5:30 pm - 8:30 pm in the St. Andrew cafeteria.

The Knights of Columbus is also sponsoring a fry at the KC Hall in Algiers Point, 342 Olivier Street, behind Holy Name of Mary Church, 6-8 pm.  Fried catfish plus lots of sides like cole slaw, potato salad, hush puppies and more.

The Knights of Columbus Council 6357 of Belle Chasse will hold a fish fry at 9016 Highway 23 (Belle Chasse Hwy) from 5:30 pm - 8:00 pm.  Plates and poboys are available and all proceeds help support local charities.

Are you the next American Idol?

J&K Bar and Grill will have karaoke, hosted by A Sound Above starting at 8:00 pm Friday night.  Get there early for dinner and have some of those yummy crawfish they’ll be boiling.  3700 General Meyer Avenue in Algiers.

Pet Adoptions

February is National Responsible Pet Owner’s Month.  Before you comb through the classifieds in search of a new, cuddly friend, have you considered checking out the Louisiana SPCA in Algiers to adopt a pet that needs a family?  Visit them at 701 Thayer Street in Algiers.

Make it a great West Bank weekend!