New Orleans is home to numerous events, including the New Orleans Book Festival, Mardi Gras Indians, and a special election. The New Orleans Entrepreneur Week Summit will conclude Friday at Loyola. St. Patrick's Day festivities will begin with block parties and parades in the Irish Channel and Old Metairie. The Banana Ball league's unique blend of humor, dance and athleticism has made it a worldwide hit. R&B group B2K celebrates its 25th anniversary with the Boys 4 Life Tour at the Smoothie King Center. The 18th annual Big Easy Blues Fest is Saturday night at UNO Lakefront Arena. The Oscars will be shown on Sunday night.