Oak Street has changed amazingly since I last saw it, not long after Katrina. Previously the only reason I ventured down this street was to eat at Jacques-Imo’s, but now this area is alive with bustling shops and is great for an afternoon stroll.
There is a diverse group of shops along the street, just blocks from S. Carrollton Avenue. “More Fun Comics” is a classic comic shop, which has been open since 1990. They have a nice space, with a large selection of older comics easily accessible in the center aisle. More reading choices can be found at “Blue Cypress Books”, a used book store where you can trade-in your old books on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Keep an eye out for the super cute Bookstore Kitty (a.k.a. Kitty Meow)! Right across the street is the fabulous “Skip N’ Whistle”, a t-shirt store full of great New Orleans logos that really take me back, such as “K&B” and “Morgus the Magnificent”. They take custom orders and can screen the pictures on t-shirts, messenger bags, and a number of other items.
On your next free day I recommend taking a look at the new and improved Oak Street. Take the time to shop, eat, and just enjoy the ambiance. For a list of shops, see the Oak Street Association at http://oakstreetassociation.blogspot.com/2008/09/oak-street-businesses.html.
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