Covington Art Market At The Trailhead (419 N. New Hampshire) It’s hot, but that’s o.k. because it’s summertime in Louisiana and everybody sweats. Bring
Month: July 2013
Covington Bicentennial Posters Going Quick!
The first 500 signed and numbered Covington Bicentennial commemorative posters by local artist Suzanne King are quickly disappearing. There are only 140 posters left!
August is National Water Quality Month: Quality of Water = Quality of Life
The phrase “water quality” refers to a set of standards used to assess the chemical, physical and biological characteristics of water in relation to
Bike & Brew Tour with Brooks’ Bike Shop: Tour Some of St. Tammany’s Favorite Pubs, On Bike!
Brooks’ Bike Shop is active in promoting and planning activities involving biking, and August is no different. This month, Pat is bringing back an
Raw Food Recipes and Having Fun with Living Beverages
Raw Food Recipes Inspired by: Nourished by Nanette at the Covington Farmers Market Raw-vacado Wraps Ingredients: 2 perfectly ripe avocados 3 tomatoes, diced spicy
Gulf Coast Bank’s Auctions in August: Charity Benefit Event
In the past 5 years, Gulf Coast Bank has raised over $400,000 for more than 350 local, state-wide and national charities and schools. Gulf
Exploring the British Empire at The English Tea Room – Next Port: India, August 22nd
The English Tea Room Presents Exploring the British Empire, a journey through countries colonized by the British crown. Last month’s trip to South Africa
3rd Annual West St. Tammany Exchange Club Ultimate Tailgate Party
The Exchange Club of West St. Tammany will host their third annual “Ultimate Tailgate Party” on Saturday, August 17, 2013 at the Tchefuncte Country
The World of Living Foods & Beverages: Our Place Studio’s Share the Health Series
by Susan Tarasova and Nanette Schoenewe A living beverage is one that has been produced in such a way that the healthy enzymatic activity
The Benefits of Breastfeeding: August is National Breastfeeding Month
During the first few weeks of life, an baby’s immune system is almost entirely dependent on the mother’s breast milk for immune protection from
Peridot: Birthstone of August
Peridot is a type of Olivine, a common mineral in mafic and ultramafic rocks. While Olivine is a generally abundant mineral, gem quality peridot
This Week at the Covington Farmers Market by Charlene LeJeune
Hi, friends and Happy Wednesday! I’m sure you’re all excited; after all it is Wednesday Market Day! Get your tasty buds ready for some incredibly
Friday Night Block Party In Downtown Covington
Classic cars, dining, shopping, and live music in Downtown Covington! Bring out the family for Downtown Covington’s monthly Friday Night Block Party. There’s plenty
Winos and Tacos Introduces New Lunch Hours
Winos and Tacos is open for lunch on Fridays from 11 am – 2 pm, and starting July 27th, they will open for lunch
The English Tea Room Celebrates the Prince’s Birth with a Royal Celebration
Join The English Tea Room as they celebrate the birth of Kate & William’s baby boy! Royal Celebrations all day Friday and Saturday, July 26
Opalescense Day Spa, A Fond Farewell
Opalescense Day Spa will be closing at the end of September. Sandra Thornhill, NP-C, thanks their loyal clients, and will continue to post her
The Wonderful Watermelon is in Season
Citrullus lanatus: A Summertime Favorite The watermelon is a vine like flowering plant originally from S. Africa (family Cucurbitaceae). It is related to the
Three Spectacular Watermelon Recipes
Watermelon Feta Bruschetta Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil (preferably extra-virgin) 2 cups diced watermelon 1 cup feta cheese, cut into fine diced cubes 2
Composting 101: A Few Tips on Making Your Own Soil Additive
Composting is the single most important supplement to add in your garden soil, and it’s free! A nutrient rich compost full of organic matter
“Plant Based Nutrition for Health, Beauty & Prevention” by Jodie Burke, Plant Based Nutrition Consultant
We are living in an exciting time–one in which there is an abundance of health and wellness information available to us, helping us take