PLACE TO BE THIS WEEK: NolaVie Parade Party

Those who are parched from the arduous elbow-lifting calisthentics involved in bead retreival can rest weary muscles and quench their thirst at NolaVie’s very first launch event: a PARADE PARTY with FREE BEER (we ask only that you sign up for the NolaVie newsletter). We have several kegs of Nola Brewing’s 7th Street Wheat beer, a light-bodied ale with a slight citrus taste and a hint of spicy herb, on tap. Come gather, mingle and meet NolaVie people on Saturday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Bridge Lounge, 1201 Magazine St. The NolaVie Parade Party is a great place to hang out after the Pontchartrain Parade (starts at 2 p.m.) or before Sparta (starts at 6 p.m.).