The Covington Farmers Market will not have a Wednesday Market December 26 & January 2 due to the holidays. The Saturday markets will still
Month: December 2012
A Holiday Message From Mayor Mike Cooper
As we draw near to the end of 2012 and join in celebration with family and friends this holiday season, we frequently take the
Covington’s the Place to Be This New Years
Wino’s & Tacos Grand Opening The long awaited Winos and Tacos grand opening is here! Starting with a special Grand Opening menu of contemporary
The Most Familiar Song – to which nobody knows the words
“Auld Lang Syne” became an instant New Years standard when Guy Lombardo and his Royal Canadians played it New Years Eve of 1929, broadcasting
New Years Traditions Around the World
The Oldest Continually Celebrated Holiday News Year’s celebrations have a long history of rich tradition in almost every culture. It is dated back to
Hoppin’ John
Hoppin’ John is a traditional Southern United States New Year’s day dish that is thought to bring good luck in the new year. Ingredients:
Baby New Year – A Controversial Tradition
The tradition of using a baby to personify the rebirth of a new year actually came from the Greeks, around 600 BC. Many cities
Why Fireworks?
Fireworks date back to 7th century China, where they originated. China remains the largest producer and exporter of fireworks in the world. They hold
Feeding the Needy
This program provides a complete Christmas meal for families in the Covington area and throughout St. Tammany Parish who are in need. Volunteers from
Last Minute Gift Ideas
Rosemary’s Closet Rosemary’s Closet has vintage clothing for both men and women looking for a retro image. You’ll also find vinyl records and other
Cabbage Salad & Bok Choy Soup
Farmers Market Recipe Fresh recipes inspired by ingredients found at the Covington Farmers Market Ingredients: half a head purple cabbage half a head white
Making Your Own Recycled Snowflakes
Here in Louisiana we don’t get much in the way of snow, except a few pleasant surprises here and there. Lucky for us, we’re
Reindeer/Caribou
In the Pleistocene Epoch, Reindeer herds were found as far south as Tennessee. Their numbers have fluctuated historically, but many herds are in decline
Farmers Market Recipe: Roasted Radish
Recipes inspired by ingredients found at the Covington Farmers Market. Ingredients: 1 bundle of radishes, halved 1 large carrot, cubed 2 yellow potato, cubed
Foods Your Dog Should Avoid
Common Table Foods with Toxic Effects Avocado – contains a chemical called persin, which is nontoxic to humans who are not allergic to it,
Playmakers to Open a Holiday Show
Playmakers presents a family holiday show, “A Covington Native in King Arthur’s Court,” written and directed by Frank Levy. The play merges the true
Christmas at COPA
For a nice holiday Sunday evening with the family, visit the Center Of Performing Arts in the St. Tammany Homestead Building for Christmas at
Shop Local This Holiday Season
Covington has many new businesses open for the Holiday shopping season. Be aware that roadwork is ongoing, but it is progressing quickly, and the
Raffle for Playhouse to Raise Funds for Boys & Girls Club
The 2012 Highland Homes Christmas Playhouse Raffle benefiting the Boys and Girls Club in Covington is underway. Tickets are only $5 each and 100%