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LIFESTYLE & LEISURE

New Year, New Look—New You Marta Bragg, The Villa ....................................................... 18

Mardi Gras on the Northshore Indulges the Imagination ...................................................8

HEALTH & FITNESS

In Sickness............................................................................. 12

Extra Pounds During Pregnancy......................................7

In Tune With Nature........................................................... 24

Nurturing and Inspiring Children of all Ages........... 10

To The Heart’s Delight ...................................................... 25

What’s All the Buzz About Neurofeedback? ............. 11

Book Review: Unsinkable ................................................. 26

“I Love You Honey—Get Some Help!”......................... 12

COMMUNITY

New Technology for Early Cavity Detection ............. 13

Hats Off 2012 ..........................................................................3

Patient Involvement in Treatment Choices .............. 15

Behind the Scenes ................................................................6

Amblyopia—The Path to Correction........................... 28

Charter HERO ..........................................................................7

BEAUTY & STYLE

Hats Off Luncheon Speaker—Susan Spicer ............. 17

Dark Circles Nevermore! .................................................. 15

Northshore’s Best Nominating Ballot.......................... 27

Valentine’s Day Gift Guide............................................... 20

Around Town........................................................................ 29

True Love Never Forgets .................................................. 21

St. Tammany West Chamber Membership Awards .. 29

Metal Mania: Fashion Editor’s Picks ............................. 22

February Events Calendar ............................................... 32

Shopping Scene.................................................................. 26

Time to Let the Good Times Roll .................................. 34

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Come to the Mardi Gras!.................................................. 34

Powers of Attorney ............................................................ 16 What can Impact Retirement Goals?........................... 28

Fun-filled Evening Helps to Promote Ponchatoula ....................................................... 34

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THERE IS SO much speculation about the heart—both the concrete, and the abstract.

The heart holds so much power. It is literally the machine that keeps blood flowing through our bodies, but is also the garden from which all of our wants, fears, needs, dreams and desires spring. It is the place where we are most honest with ourselves.

February thrusts the heart into the spotlight, but we rely on the desires of our heart to take us through each day. We follow our hearts desires, put our hearts into it, and give from our hearts every day—many times a day. It is what makes us who we are. It is where we see things most clearly.

Our Enterprising Woman this month has My next adventure involves poured her heart and soul into her local something shiny... boutique for over a decade. We introduce the keynote speaker for our upcoming Hats Off Luncheon, Chef Susan Spicer. Renowned for her many culinary ventures, she will join Colors represented on this proof are an approximation of actual printed material. ad may of not be used without permission from G&A Publishing. Failure to acknowledge or return this proof will not alter contract obligations. us as we honor the EnterprisingThis Women 2011 and open our hearts to support our benefactor this year, Homeless Outreach for the Youth in St. Tammany (HOYST). And if you wish to express which local businesses hold a place in your heart, Northshore’s Best voting is open!

No matter how you spend these 29 days of February, remember to care for your beating heart with healthy choices, and trust your heart to lead you through each day. Here is hoping you have many experiences which warm your heart, tug at your heartstrings, and make your heart overflow.

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WITH THE OFFICIAL TWELFTH NIGHT kickoff of the Mardi Gras season behind us, the atmosphere on the Northshore is ringing with revelry as Krewes wrap up final preparations for upcoming festivities. Celebrations grace every possible navigational avenue, from the waterways to main thoroughfares, so every taste should be satiated this Mardi Gras season.

The creative fountain will overflow as it does every year with themes like Eve Goes South of the Border, and Games That Titans Play, and Orpheus’ Silver Lining. Slidell’s Krewe of Dionysus will salute the military this year, while the Krewe of Lyra celebrates the Age of Aquarius. Two boat parades will grace the waterways as the Krewe of Bilge kicks off Northshore parades on February 4 at the Marina Café in Slidell. Bilge would like everyone to be aware that the route has reversed from 2011, so please visit their website

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TOP RIGHT: Krewe of Tchefuncte boat parade, Mardi Gras 2010. BOTTOM RIGHT: Krewe of Eve riders enjoy the revelry in 2011. BOTTOM LEFT: Orpheus royalty interacts with the crowd during Mardi Gras 2011. kreweofbilge.com for details. Madisonville’s own Krewe of Tchefuncte will cruise the Tchefuncte River on February 12.

As the Original Krewe of Orpheus celebrates its silver anniversary, they will mark the 25-year milestone with a celebration and tribute to the original roots of Mardi Gras, the Brazilian, Carnivale. Instead of their traditional ball, Orpheus will host their own Carnivale. Darius Shad, head of information technology for Orpheus, says this year will mark the first time ever any krewe has paid tribute to the Brazilian roots of Mardi Gras.

“We want to celebrate the origin of Mardi Gras, its roots. The Carnivale was around long before we ever began our celebrations here in this region,” he notes.

As always, Mardi Gras will hold in store sights, sounds and sensations which are a feast for the senses. We hope you enjoy every moment.

Before you pack up and stake out your spot, remember to prepare in advance so that you and your family enjoy the sights, sounds and the party. Here are a few tips to help you prepare to hit the parade routes.

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Most people, at one time or another, walk around with aches and pains. If your spouse is like most folks, they probably have an ache somewhere, but are too busy to do anything about it. Why not make Valentine’s Day the occasion when you insist that they see someone for their problem?

A great way to do this is to take it upon yourself to make the arrangements for them to see a doctor or physical therapist. This says a couple of things. It says, “I notice that you’re having pain and it matters to me.” It also says, “You matter so much to me that I am going to make sure you get the care you need.”

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This isn’t just a thoughtful act, it is smart too. Do you know that if someone has had a significant joint or muscle problem for more than a few weeks, the chances of it improving on its own become increasingly slim? In fact, if left untreated, the problem generally has a greater chance of getting worse, and eventually imposing significant lifestyle limits on the person in pain. So get some help for your spouse and for yourself. Schedule their appointment with your chosen health professional. It is the loving thing to do.

Physical Therapist Matt Slimming has been practicing on the Northshore for 17 years and owns STAR Physical Therapy and STAR Fitness Center with facilities in Covington, Folsom and Slidell. He can be reached at 985-893-2845 or www.StarFitnessCenter.com.

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VALENTINE’S DAY brings cards, chocolates, flowers—dinners for two. The companionable, robust health of love is the inspiration for poetry and song. Couples shine during this time. Valentine’s Day is their day!

So much so, that those without partners shun restaurants and steel themselves from flower deliveries swishing past.

Not so often noted however, are couples’ occasions of illness. Recently, my daughter Katie and son-in-law, Mark, went through such a time. Katie had a biopsy and subsequent bad report. For me, time changed.

There was the time before the report, then the time after. How would Mark, kind and confident before, manage this news? We waited together for Katie to get through surgery.

Mark was attentive, calm and steady. Katie received a good pathology report from followup surgery, and I started breathing again.

Katie’s sickness came all of a sudden. She decided one day to have her moles checked.

Five moles were removed; one was a malignant melanoma. Her doctor explained that the cancer was on her, not in her. She didn’t look ill. Like I overheard one of her friends say to her at the gym, “You look great.” To which, Katie replied with a laugh, “I know.

Everything is great, except the cancer!”

Since then, I’ve had my moles checked and two removed; Mark had three removed.

We are telling EVERYBODY; get your moles checked by someone who knows what he is looking at. Her excellent physician saved Katie’s life. He said, with his gregarious smile, “All in a day’s work.” That day’s work saved my child’s life, and Mark’s Valentine.

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It is with great pleasure that we announce beloved New Orleans Chef, author and entrepreneur, Susan Spicer as our keynote speaker for Sophisticated Woman’s annual Hats Off Luncheon on Friday March 23. Enjoy her keynote address followed by a brief question and answer session.

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HER EBULLIENCE IS OVERFLOWING and her thoughtfulness, unmatched. Marta Bragg, wife, mother, grandmother and owner and operator of The Villa, was raised in the South, and her convivial, yet spirited manner reflects that. As she enters into the beginning of her second decade at The Villa, she does so in the spirit of renewal. “You have to embrace the New Year. And I like change, I think change is good,” she says. “The changes in the store reflect the changes I have embraced this year. I have picked up some new lines and I have decided to try some new things,” she notes. “It was never my intention to do shoes, but I stumbled upon a designer right here in Louisiana—Dee Keller. She is based in Baton Rouge, but travels to Italy where she hand selects the leather and has the shoes made exclusively for her line. They complement everything I have in the store.”

The Villa is warm and welcoming, featuring women’s clothing and accessories comprised of styles that range from trendy to classical and personal gifts that range from luxurious to whimsical. Authentic, personal customer service has been a priority since the day she opened her doors. “We have so much fun here while we work,” she says. “I really cannot handle going into a place where people are unhappy. We want people to come here as they are and know that we are anxious to help them find the right item. There is never any pressure—we simply want them to look and feel great in whatever they choose.”

The Villa is warm and welcoming, featuring women’s clothing and accessories comprised of styles that range from trendy to classical and personal gifts that range from luxurious to whimsical.

As a rule, she loves helping people, period. She relishes creating handmade treasures for customers and friends and entertaining at every opportunity. As a grandmother to three under the age of six, she has found what she describes as “pure joy and pure love” in this new role. She spends every ounce of free time available with her grandchildren. With a mother and father who modeled a life of down-to-Earth kindness and service, Marta has found she enjoys much of the same. “My parents were great people,” she notes. “They always had a house full. They were always helping people with little acts of kindness—loving people. I hope that I have passed on to my children that same sense of compassion.” The absolute love of her life however, is her husband of over two decades, Billy. “He is here for me—whatever I need him to do,” she says. “He is my sounding board when it comes to the business and he keeps me in check. He is a wonderful father to our daughters, Nichole and Elizabeth.”

As she embraces the inevitable changes that come over time, Marta encourages other women to do the same. “It does not take a whole new wardrobe to breathe life into your look. It can be something as simple as a few new accessories or a new pair of shoes,” she says. Some things however, will always remain the same. “To me, The Villa has always been about genuine, personal service for every person who walks through the door,” she says. “This is something that will never change.”

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Marta considers herself the personal stylist of many women over the years, often placing them in clothes they may be timid about picking for themselves. “People sometimes become so accustomed to seeing themselves in certain styles, they are reluctant to venture out of that comfort zone,” she says. “So often I will choose an item for someone, and they will tell me they could never wear that style. I usually insist they try it on, and they absolutely shine. I love helping people in that way.”

With clothing lines like Laundry, BCBG, Cynthia Steffe, Yoana Baraschi and Michael Stars, coupled with complimentary alterations, The Villa is overflowing with choices to outfit every woman no matter their size, stature or budget. She scrupulously selects every piece in her jewelry selection, in which she carries a variety of items tailored to the tastes and resources of her clients. “We have recently started carrying pieces that feature vintage religious medals. We carry an exclusive line of wrap watches and bracelets by La Mer.” Some of her favorite jewelry artists include, Susan Shaw, Avindy, J. Lauren and Grace George. The vast selection of gift items such as locally crafted Beatriz Ball Fine Metalware, make The Villa the go-to spot for hostess, bridal party, wedding and personal gifts. Marta is currently in the process of creating a wedding registry. “We are quite frequently the personal shopper for wedding guests, especially when they live out of town,” she notes. “Brides will mention our selection, guests call us, and we take it from there with personal, professional service.”

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5| Turn up the heat with this four-strand metallic cuff with sterling silver clasp and Swarovski crystals by Heet. Customize your design only at Fleurt, $250, 985-809-8844.

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13 & 15| Matte silver dainty chain, big fashion statement. Wear several at a time. Paisley, $16 each, 985-727-7880.

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14| Sweet and delicate rose brass and sterling silver necklace. Mira Mia Silver Shop, $50, 985-893-6556.

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She has a host of workers who have jobs to do each day. They come into our gardens to help— each in a different way.

Don’t ever kill a honey bee, they are important in the gardening plan. They pollinate the flowers of fruits and vegetables in our land.

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When you study, learn and understand Nature’s helping way. Your work will become an easy task and a tribute to your day.

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If a plant becomes sickly, check soil, aerate it and look for mites, aphids or overwatering.

Evacuate it immediately for inspection and cure. Happy thoughts of spring, new designs in the garden, appreciating and working with Mother Nature will always live uppermost in the heart of a person loving and understanding gardening. Happy year ahead!

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RETIREMENT IS A TIME that many look forward to for years. Many of us are taking the right steps—gauging our risk tolerance, investing early, dollar cost averaging, diversifying and rebalancing assets, and focusing on the long term.

During retirement our earned income stops and many of our preretirement expenses continue. When retirement finally arrives, the hope is we’ll have sufficient income from our savings and investments to meet our expenses and realize our desired lifestyle.

Many people spend a lot of time preparing to achieve that goal, but most do not realize that the time spent preparing for a disability should not be any different.

Working interdependently, retirement and disability income planning may help to replace a portion of lost earned income. You may think the two scenarios are much different, but from a cash flow standpoint, they are almost the same. If you become disabled, two things will happen: your earned income will stop, but many of your pre-disability expenses will continue—just like in retirement.

Your monthly household expenses such as rent/mortgage, property taxes, etcetera, during retirement are almost identical to what your monthly household expenses would be during a disability.

If sufficient income during retirement is a primary goal, then sufficient income during a disability is equally as important. If you had to draw from your savings and retirement assets during a disability, how long would those assets last?

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4| North Oaks Medical Center in Hammond 2| Abita Springs Elementary kindergarten students welcomed Ethan Huo as the hospital’s first baby of in Mrs. Sessions, Ms. Zweifel and Mrs. Patton’s classes 2012. The baby boy was born to parents Huoxian Ni celebrated “Christmas Around the World.” Students and William Huo of Hammond at 12:32 a.m. on studied Christmas traditions from the United States, Jan. 1. Dr. Deborah L. Shuman of Magnolia Obstetrics Japan, and Mexico. Pictured are: Ms. Zweifel, Alyssa & Gynecology Clinic delivered Baby Ethan, who Fourtunia, Charlie Verret, Reed Bond and Haylie weighed 8 lbs., 10 oz. and was 20 ¾ inches long.

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the Small Business Advisory Council, helped the decorations committee for Raffle and chaired the most successful Cultural Economy Luncheon to date.

Cynthia Thompson of Merrill Lynch served as Membership Vice-Chair, is active on our Finance Committee, and led the membership team to recruit 65 new members, setting a new benchmark of 1,100 members.

The award for Board Member of the Year went to Scott Delacroix of Adams and Reese, who epitomizes all three “W’s”—Wisdom, Wealth and Worker. He organized a Covington Mayoral forum, a Mandeville business forum, Assessor’s forum and regular visits by elected officials to our Governmental Affairs Committee meetings. An attorney by trade, he knows the ins-and-outs of politics and government, and drafted several resolutions in regards to Medicaid cuts, zoning regulations and constitutional amendments.

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THE MISSION OF ANY CHAMBER is to engage and involve the membership for the benefit of the greater good. It is through active members that our goals and programs are accomplished, so we recently recognized five Members of the Year and the Board Member of the Year.

Kyle Beerbohm of P.J. Demarie & Associates, is active with the Northshore Rising Professionals, he was top producer in the membership drive, and attends approximately 70 percent of all Chamber events.

Melissa Hodgson and James Person are both dynamic and dedicated employees of one of our long term investors, St. Tammany Parish Hospital. Melissa served as Communications Vice-Chair and assisted with our accreditation application. James was a key player in strengthening our voice of business and presence at the state capitol, serving as Chairman of the Northshore Legislative Alliance.

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1| Two St. Scholastica Academy students received awards in the competition division of the Three Rivers Art Festival. Sydney Fortune won First Place in the 11th grade division and Mary Grace Moran received Honorable Mention for 10th grade.

The festival displayed student art from all over the area along with over 200 artists from more than 20 states.

2| 175 St. Scholastica Academy students displayed their art at the St. Tammany Art Association’s Fall for Art Festival held in downtown Covington. SSA students Kayla St. Blanc, Madeline Kliebert, Emily Rooney and Lexi Wilson.

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3| Patty Beal of Closetopia presented a Holiday Season Fashion Workshop at the December monthly luncheon sponsored by the Professional Women of St. Tammany at Beau Chêne Country Club on December 13th. Members of the organization served as models for the event.

4| Pat Brister was sworn into office on January 9, on the steps of the St. Tammany Parish Courthouse. Following the inauguration, a public reception was held at the Greater Covington Center in downtown Covington.

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every wednesday Bereavement Counseling. 10 a.m., Hospice of St. Tammany, 725 W 11th Ave., Covington, 985-871-5976, www.stph.org.

February 4

Hammond Cutups Wood Carving. 1–3 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 2200 Rue Denise St., Hammond, 985-340-0080, www.hammondcutups.com.

February 4

Folsom Village Market. 8 a.m.–1 p.m., 82378 June St., Folsom, 985-796-5607.

St. Thomas Aquinas High School 25th Anniversary Celebration. Mass at 5 p.m. in the Gym, Reception to follow, 14520 Voss Dr., Hammond, 985-542-7662, www.stafalcons.org.

February Registration for Krewe of tchefuncte Boat Parade.

Registration fee $100 per boat, call 985-845-1672 or email Mike at ktullier@charter.net, parade is February 12.

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Murder in Three Courses: A three-part exploration of the crime fiction genre with host, local journalist and television producer, Terri Landry. 6–7:30 p.m., Covington Branch Library, 985-893-6280, www.sttammany.lib.la.us.

Bridge House/Grace House 3rd annual Recycled Fashion Show. Doors open at 7:30 p.m., Show at 8 p.m., Southport Hall, 200 Monticello Ave., New Orleans, 504-522-4475, www.bridgehouse.org.

February 1 Hammond Chamber of Commerce’s Ham’nd Eggs.

7:30–9 a.m., Hammond Air Center, 1101 Judge Leon Ford Rd., 985-345-4457, www.hammondchamber.org.

February 1–10 The City of Slidell’s Mixed Media 2012 Juried Exhibition. Wed.–Fri. 12–4 p.m. Sat. 9 a.m.–12 p.m., gallery is located inside City Hall in Olde Town Slidell, free admission 985-646-4375.

February 1–28 New Artist Exhibition at Oak Street Gallery.

8 a.m.–5 p.m., The Oak Street Gallery, 111 N. Oak St., Hammond, 985-345-0251, www.theoakstreetgallery.com.

February 2 East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours. 5–7 p.m., Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, 372 Voters Rd., Slidell, 985-643-5678, www.estchamber.com.

February 3 Mike Vaughn Ministries Concert with special guests, The Crusaders. 6 p.m., Good News Fellowship Church, 13101 Hwy 442, Tickfaw, 985-974-0507, www.mvmgoodnews.com.

February 3 First annual dentistry From the Heart, a day of free dental care for those struggling to afford it.

Registration 7a.m., patients will be seen on a firstcome, first-serve basis from 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Grand Family Dentistry, 2083 3rd Street Mandeville, 985-624-8602, www.mandevillefamilydentist.com.

February 3 annual Go red for women luncheon and Casting Call. 10–11:30 a.m., heart-healthy luncheon and casting call for local female heart disease survivors to tell their stories for a chance to become a national spokesperson for the cause, Hilton Riverside, New Orleans, 504-830-2300, www.heart.org/neworleansgored.

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February 4 St. Tammany Art Association’s 2012 Geaux Arts Ball. 7–11 p.m., The Art House, 320 N. Columbia St., Covington, 985-892-8650, www.sttammanyartassociation.org.

Resume Building and Beyond presented by the St. Tammany Parish Library, in partnership with the Louisiana State Library. 9 a.m.–5p.m., Covington Branch Library, 888-487-2700, www.lajacc.org/training/available.php.

February 3–5 The Importance of Being Earnest, a Trivial Comedy for Serious People. Fri–Sat. 8 p.m., Sun. 2 p.m., Slidell Little Theatre, 2024 Nellie Dr., Slidell, 985-641-0324, www.slidelllittletheatre.org.

Horse-To-Human Relations Showdeo. Gates open at 3 p.m., Sweetwater Campground & Riding Stables, 57056 N. Cooper Rd., Loranger, 985-878-6868, www.sweetwater-campground.com.

February 4 Traditional Japanese Folk Dancing Lessons instructed by Mrs. Sugai Barker. 3–4:30 p.m., Slidell Branch Library, 555 Robert Blvd., 985-646-6470.

February 4 & 10 Mask Making Workshop with the Octavians.

10 a.m.–2 p.m., 985-634-8122, www.theoctavians.com.

February 4–25 Camellia City Market. 8 a.m.–12 p.m., City parking lot at Robert and Front St., Slidell, 985-259-3599, www.camelliacitymarket.org.

February 5 Sweetwater Sam’s Super Bowl Party! Sweetwater Campground & Riding Stables, 57056 N. Cooper Rd., Loranger, 985-878-6868, www.sweetwater-campground.com.

February 8 Mandeville-Covington Christian Women’s Connection’s “Love is in the Air,” Dynamic and Inspirational Women’s Networking Event/ Luncheon. 11 a.m.–2 p.m., Benedict’s Plantation, 1144 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, 985-674-5093.

February 8, 15, 29 Painting From Life: Oil Painting Workshop.

9:30 a.m.–12 p.m., February 8, 15, 29, March 7, 14, 21, The Art House, 320 N. Columbia St., Covington, call 985-892-8650 for fee schedules, www.sttammanyartassociation.org.

February 9 Hammond Chamber of Commerce Leads for Lunch.

12–1 p.m., Hampton Inn, 401 Westin Oaks Dr., 985-345-4457, www.hammondchamber.org.

February 9 St. Tammany Photographic Society Meeting.

7 p.m., The Art House, 320 N. Columbia St., 985-892-8650, www.stphotosociety.org.

February 10 February Fun Fever in Downtown Ponchatoula.

5 p.m., Chesterton Square, 985-974-7674, www.ponchatoulachamber.com.

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Hairspray. 7:30 p.m., Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Hammond, 985-543-4366, www.columbiatheatre.org.

St. Tammany Hospital Guild Jewelry sale. 7 a.m.–3 p.m., in the Tyler St. hallway of St. Tammany Parish Hospital, 12025 Tyler St. , Covington, 985-898-4000.

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Louisiana Children’s Discovery Center 18 Parish Regional Spelling Bee. 2 p.m., SLU Student Union Theater, Hammond, 985-340-9150, www.spellingbee.com.

SSA Alumnae Association Mardi Gras Mambo for the Krewe of olympia Parade.

4-9 p.m., 122 South Massachusetts St., Covington, SSA Campus, 985-892-2540, ext. 140 or mpiazza@ssacad.com.

Hammond Art Guild Golden Jubilee Open Show.

Hammond Regional Art Center, 217 E. Thomas, Hammond, 985-229-4156, www.hamartguild.com.

February 18 Amite Community Market. 8 a.m.–2 p.m., Catha Park Corner of Hwy. 16 and 51, 985-748-5537, www.amitechamber.org.

February 22 Opera on Tap. 7–8:30 p.m., Abita Brew Pub, 72011 Holly St., Abita Springs, 504-529-3000, www.neworleansopera.org.

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February 16 Basic Accounting Concepts presented by the St. Tammany Parish Library, in partnership with the Louisiana State Library.

9 a.m.–5 p.m., Slidell Branch Meeting Room, 555 Robert Blvd., 888-487-2700, www.lajacc.org/training/available.php.

February 11 Madisonville Art Market. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., along Water Street in Madisonville, 985-624-7216.

February 11 Reimers Variety Music Show. 6:30–9 p.m., Reimers Auditorium, 305 E. Charles St., Hammond, 985-974-1100.

Hammond Chamber of Commerce February General Meeting Sponsored by: Speciality LTCH Hospital of Hammond. 11:30–1 p.m., Twelve Oaks Dining HallSoutheastern’s Louisiana University Campus, 985-345-4457, www.hammondchamber.org.

February 24–25 Hansel and Gretel and the Big Woods. Fri. 7 p.m., Sat. 2 p.m., 7 p.m., The Swan, 70326 Hwy. 59, Abita Springs, 985-590-3645, www.dramaandmusic.com.

February 24–25 God of Carnage. Fri–Sat, 8 p.m., Cutting Edge Theater, 747 Robert Blvd., Slidell, 985-649-3727, www.cuttingedgetheater.com.

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February 25 The National Players Tour 63: John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men. 7:30 p.m, 220 E. Thomas St., Hammond, 985-543-4366, www.columbiatheatre.org.

February 25 3rd Annual Northshore Gumbo presented by Slidell Little Theatre and the National Association of Women in Construction. 11 a.m.–3 p.m., City of Slidell Administration Building, 2055 2nd St., Slidell, 985-960-1177.

February 26 Mystic Krewe of Mardi Paws, dog parade. 2 p.m., Mandeville Lakefront, 985-892-0600, www.mardipaws.com.

February 26 Camellia Garden Stroll. 1–4 p.m., LSU Ag Center’s Hammond Research Station, 21549 Old Covington Hwy., 985-748-9381, www.lsuagcenter.com.

February 28 National Pancake Day at IHOP. Enjoy a free short stack of Buttermilk pancakes, in return for the free pancakes, guests are asked to consider leaving a donation for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals© and other designated local charities. Covington, Hammond, Slidell ,7 a.m.–10 p.m., www.ihoppancakeday.com.

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And the Ball and All. 6 p.m., Fuhrmann Auditorium at the Greater Covington Center, 317 N. Jefferson St., Covington, 504-250-5537.

February 14 Ochsner Northshore Golden Opportunity Program dine around. 11 a.m., meet at Zea Restaurant, 110 Lake Drive , Covington, 985-875-2799 to RSVP.

February 15 St. Tammany West Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours. 5–7 p.m., Zen-Noh Grain Corporation, 1127 E. Hwy. 190 Service Rd., Covington, 985-892-3216, www.sttammanychamber.org.

Hammond Chamber of Commerce After Hours at First Guaranty Bank. 5–7 p.m., 400 E. Thomas St., 985-345-4457, www.hammondchamber.org.

February 16 Annual Women of Infinite Possibilities Lunch.

11 a.m.–1 p.m., Christwood Retirement Center, 100 Christwood Blvd., Covington, www.womenofwip.org.

February 24 The City of Slidell’s Amy Guidry: Hyperreality.

Opening reception, 7–9 p.m., normal exhibit hours, Wed.–Fri. 12–4 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–12 p.m., gallery is located inside City Hall in Olde Town Slidell, 985-646-4375.

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Time to let the Good Times Roll

WRITTEN BY FREDDY DRENNAN,

I INVITE YOU AND YOUR FAMILY and friends to come experience Mardi Gras in Slidell. Grab your folding chairs, ice chests and king cakes and head on out to the parade route to enjoy the many parades that roll through Slidell.

I am proud that many families choose to celebrate Mardi Gras here in Slidell. I ask that everyone be respectful and help us maintain a fun, family-friendly environment. Please remember that city ordinances prohibit the presence of animals along the parade route. The use of Silly String, streamers, fireworks and

other explosive devices are also restricted. It is important that we all work together to have a fun and safe carnival season.

Keep Slidell Beautiful is looking for volunteers to help clean up after the parades. If you or your family, church group, civic group or school group would like to volunteer, please visit Keep Slidell Beautiful’s website at www.keepslidellbeautiful.org for a list of volunteer times and locations.

Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler!

MAYOR OF SLIDELL

Come to the Mardi Gras!

WRITTEN BY DONALD VILLERE, MAYOR OF MANDEVILLE

WE’RE READY TO ROLL FOR MARDI GRAS! The Krewe of Eve will parade on February 10th, and Orpheus and Lyra on February 17th, both at 7:00 p.m. Parade routes can be found on our website, www.cityofmandeville.com.

Please remember to keep the entire family safe. Glass is banned from the parade routes. Ladders, scaffolding and platforms of any type must be placed at a distance, and must not be fastened together with other ladders and platforms. Our alcohol free zone returns on West Causeway Approach between the Woodstone and Weldon Park subdivisions.

Animals are encouraged to rest up and prepare for the Mystic Krewe of Mardi Paws. This year it will be held on Sunday, February 26 at 2 p.m. and the theme is “Mardi Paws goes BARK IN TIME!” There are many ways to explore this year’s theme, just un-leash your imagination to showcase anything retro to celebrate your favorite decade.

Remember to keep our streets clean and litter-free.

We are participating in the Cleanest City Contest, a state program sponsored by the Louisiana Garden Club Federation and the judging is at the end of March. We are asking all of our residents to spruce up and help our city shine.

Construction has begun on the Westside pedestrian/ bike path connection that begins at West Causeway Approach. As part of Mandeville’s Master Bicycle and Pedestrian Pathways project, this pedestrian/bike path connection will link existing sidewalks along West Causeway Approach to sidewalks at Monroe Street. Work shall consist of an approximately 10 foot wide, 5,000 foot long path including an approximately 200 foot bridge crossing over Bayou Chinchuba.

Mandeville is a great place to live, work and play. Let’s keep it that way!

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WRITTEN BY LIZ ANDERSON PONCHATOULA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

OFTEN, WHEN TRAVELING the highways of our great nation, a roadside billboard catches my eye and takes me to towns, stores and restaurants I never would have encountered otherwise. The Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce has effectively spent over $20,000 annually on billboards with the goal of drawing travelers off the interstate to shop in America’s Antique City, to purchase strawberries, and to dine and do business with our many friendly retailers and businesses. The Tangipahoa Tourist Commission and the City of Ponchatoula contribute to purchasing billboard space.

February Fun Fever, to be held this year on the evening of February 10, is the Chamber’s primary fundraiser specifically dedicated to fill in the balance of

monies for this cause. Past participants declare it’s an annual event they would not miss, with both silent and live auctions, a holey board tournament, music and plentiful food and spirits, all for $20 a ticket. This year’s theme is “Hobos and Hillbillies” promising a fun-filled evening of overalls, straw hats and corncob pipes!

Of course, if you are unable to purchase tickets or come to the event, the Chamber is welcoming donations of objects de arte and other items, services and activities to be sold at auction. For more information on donating or attending February Fun Fever, please call the Chamber office at 985-386-2536. Come on, y’all! Put on your hobo and hillbilly apparel and join the fun!

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