Hello friends, and Happy Wednesday! Vacations are wonderful but it’s great to get back into a routine again. I feel so out of touch having
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Covington Bicentennial Blend: Tea of the Week at The English Tea Room
A glorious blend of peach, apple, blueberry rooibos and hibiscus iced tea to celebrate our city’s bicentennial! The Tea Room will be closed for
Southwestern Bean Burgers for Grilling
Ah, summer. The time of year to sit out on the patio and break out the grill. We all have our techniques for marinating,
Quick Tips for Computer Users From Monica Gallardo at Our Place Studio
The common office posture is seated and huddled, shoulders tense, chest collapsed, spine hunched over a computer. Chest openers help us reverse that posture.
This Week at the Farmers Market by Charlene LeJeune
Hello friends, and Happy 3rd of July! I hope you’re planning a wonderful celebration! Be sure to stop by for a great lunch. You’ll want
Bicentennial Block Party This Friday! 6:30 – 9:30 in Downtown Covington June 28th
This month’s Block Party is the last Friday before the big Bicentennial celebration on the fourth of July, so that makes it a Bicentennial
Two Fresh and Cool Summer Dishes
Cold Watermelon Soup A cool, spicy soup that is sure to be a conversation starter! Ingredients: 8 cups cubed seeded watermelon 1 apple, diced
Downtown Covington Sidewalk Sale: Take a Stroll Through Downtown Covington Saturday
The City of Covington is promoting a sidewalk sale for all businesses in Historic Downtown Covington. After the Bicentennial parade take a stroll through
Exploring the British Empire at The English Tea Room: First Port South Africa
Join The English Tea Room for this summer series of monthly journeys to different countries that were once part of the British Empire. In
Trunk Show at Eyewear Society
You are invited to a Trunk Show on June 21st from 1 pm – 6 pm! It’s going to be a fun, flip flop,
“Flying Saucer” Patty Pan Squash Recipe from Slice of Heaven Farm
Slice of Heaven Farm is growing these for the first time this year and they are so wonderful. They taste similar to other patty
This Week at the Farmers Market by Charlene LeJeune
Hi, friends! I know your tastebuds are throbbing as you think about what you’ll find at the market this week. Take a deep breath,
Father’s Day 2013: Celebrating Fathers on Sunday, June 16th
Father’s Day is this Sunday, June 16, the day where we honor dear old dad. Take him out fishing, fire up the grill and
June Events at The English Tea Room
In Honor of Dad on Father’s Day Our fathers are a key part of our lives. Bring the entire family and join us as
Bicycle Fest Pre-Party at Brooks’ Bike Shop
The Annual Bicycle Festival is this Saturday in Abita Springs, and Brooks’ Bike Shop is hosting a pre-party Friday, June 14th from 5:00 pm
Curried Squash Soup
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds of zucchini and/or yellow squash, peeled and chopped 1/2 large onion, thinly sliced 1 chopped celery rib 3 peeled and
Restored Art at History Antiques & Interiors: Katrina Rescue Paintings “Dogs”
History Antiques on Columbia Street has a unique Katrina rescue story. The two paintings above are oil on canvas, painted by Marie Therese de Jaham
Opening Reception at Three Rivers Gallery: Presenting the Works of Mickey Asche
Saturday June 15th through Saturday July 20th, 2013, well-known local artist Mickey Asche’s exhibit of works will be on display in the Main Gallery
Jazz’n the Vines: The Pfister Sisters at Pontchartrain Vineyards
Don’t miss this weekend’s Jazz’n the Vines featuring New Orleans favorite, the Pfister Sisters. They will be bringing their big smiles and, more important,
Winos and Tacos – Eat Local Challenge
Winos and Tacos is proud to serve locally grown proteins, produce and wine. If you are taking part in the “Eat Local Challenge”, you