Sophisticated Woman Magazine - September 2019

Enterprising Woman Tracy Gold

Tranchina & Mansfield, LLC

Northshore Attorneys • Mentionable: Mike Cooper • September Fashion Details

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On the Cover: Enterprising Woman Tracy Gold, Tranchina & Mansfield, LLC............... 22 Northshore Attorneys Business Profiles....................................................... 7 MENtionable: Mike Cooper Deep Roots. Familiar Routes................................... 26 September Fashion Focus on the Details................................................ 16

SEPTEMBER2019 ENTERPRISING WOMAN

HOME & GARDEN

Behind the Scenes

Gardening

Tracy Gold, Tranchina & Mansfield, LLC

Gardening

Our Enterprising Woman Cover Shoot................... 5

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Family Rules.............................................................. 22

NORTHSHORE ATTORNEYS

Why Not Plant An Herb Garden?........................... 28 Why Not Plant An Herb Garden?........................... 28 On the Flipside

Sophisticated Homes Real Estate

Kasi Brannan............................................................. 7 Sheila M. O'Connor.................................................. 8 Michelle Demarest Sunseri...................................... 9 Brian L. Glorioso...................................................... 10

MENTIONABLE Mike Cooper

Deep Roots. Familiar Routes.................................. 26

LEGAL Christie Tournet

Estate Planning for Second Marriages................. 11

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HEALTH Chantal Causin, DDS Dental Implants....................................................... 14

Recipe Gameday Meatball Sliders.................................... 30 September Cocktails

Who Dat Say Dey Gonna' Drink Dat Drink?......... 31

Jason Guillot, MD Hair Restoration Treatment Options..................... 24 Dr. Lisa Maria Pate

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COMMUNITY

Preventing Pregnancy Loss.................................... 25

Publisher’s Note........................................................ 6

Suicide Awareness

Northshore Humane Society................................. 29

Coping With Suicide Survivor's Grief................... 32

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CUISINE & COCKTAILS

FASHION, ART & LIFESTYLE September Fashion

Focus on the Details................................................ 16

Slidell Area Scholarship Recipients..................... 33 Sophisticated Social............................................... 34 Ribbon Cuttings...................................................... 35 September Calendar.............................................. 36

Sophisticated Woman Magazine

By Women. For Women.

Inspiring Women.

Publisher Lorie Hollis Art Director Pam Hendrix Associate Editor Jan Windhorst Production Coordinator Suzanne Lucido Administrative Manager Emily Warder Fashion Stylist Kylen Alleman Sales Manager Stephanie Norman

Behind the Scenes

Enterprising Woman | Tracy Gold

We met with our September 2019 Enterprising Woman Tracy Gold at Air Salon & Blow Dry Bar in Covington where she prepared for her photo shoot by having her hair styled by Danielle Todd and makeup done by Eva Royer. Tracy's photo shoot was at Del Port Ristorante in downtown Covington and at the Tammany Business Center in Covington.

Account Executives Ashley Connolly, Barbara Doyle Amy Green and Suzanne Lucido Contributing Writers Alexandra Coogan, Kathleen Guidry, Pat Mashburn and Jan Windhorst Contributing Photographers Callen Kates, Michelle Preau and Steve Randon Production Gallinghouse Marketing + Creative Distribution Manager Anthony Figaro Cover Photography: Steve Randon Photography, SteveRandon.com Hair: Danielle Todd | Makeup: Eva Royer Air Salon & Blow Dry Bar in Covington

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publisher's note

Change of Seasons Brings New Beginnings THE CHANGE OF seasons brings endings that usher in new beginnings, and I have bittersweet feelings as this summer comes to an end. My daughter, Brooklie, spent her mid-year break with us here at the magazine as an intern. And while the team and I will miss her, she is off to a fresh new

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adventure in Ruston as she starts her second year at Louisiana Tech pursuing a degree in marketing.

In this issue, you’ll get to know this month’s Enterprising Woman, Tracy Gold of Tranchina and Mansfield Law Firm. Ms. Gold’s personal and professional life is centered around family, and we were delighted to learn about her husband and three sons along with her career in family law, which allows her to passionately advocate for children.

On page 26, our MENtionable Mike Cooper takes us on a journey through his family’s involvement in Northshore history, his two terms as Covington mayor and his plans to run for Parish President.

Another exciting beginning is the launch of our new publication Sophisticated Homes. Over the years, we’ve showcased some of the most beautiful houses

Northshore Attorneys

across the Northshore and shared the stories of the families that have lovingly transformed them into homes. I’ve been approached by many agents asking me to share the stories of their clients’ homes, so we created this new platform. I know that we can showcase our Northshore lifestyle and homes unlike anyone else. Along with bringing the Sophisticated style to the homes we feature, we’ll get to know the hard-working agents who help everyone from firsttime home-buyers to families who are ready for their forever, luxury dream home and everything in between. I truly believe that our readers deserve the best, and we aim to give them just that.

ttorneys act as our advocates, advisors and counselors to help serve our best interests in legal matters. From family law to estate planning to business development, the Northshore offers an abundance of talented attorneys who stand ready to help when you need advice.

In our special section this month, we’ve included profiles of attorneys who can help manage all types of legal situations. In the following pages, you’ll discover who to call in times of uncertainty or when you need to plan for the future.

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Kasi Brannan

KASI BRANNAN - ATTORNEY AT LAW, LLC

• Kasi Brannan, Attorney At Law-23 years • Graduate of Loyola University College of Law • Certified Family Law Mediator • Certified Collaborative Law Practitioner • Member of the Louisiana State Bar Association and the 22nd JDC Bar Association

AT A GLANCE • Person Most Admired: Jane Addams • Favorite Part of Your Job: The opportunities I have to use my skills and experience in areas outside of the courtroom • Favorite Movie: My Cousin Vinny • Favorite Quote: “If you tell the truth, you don’t have to remember anything.”

—Mark Twain

I HAVE BEEN practicing primarily family law in St. Tammany Parish and Washington

Parish for more than 23 years and have been a sole practitioner for most of my legal career. My firm handles litigation in cases of divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, community property division, protective orders, disavowal claims, intrafamily adoption and other family law issues.

Though the majority of my time is focused on litigation, I also offer mediation services, and I hope to see continued growth in the number of mediation cases handled by my firm.

For the past seven years, I have also enjoyed teaching the eight-week, high conflict, co-parenting course that many parents in litigation are court-ordered to attend. Notary services are also available by appointment or drop-in during regular business hours.

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Sheila M. O'Connor O'CONNOR LAW FIRM

• Owner, O'Connor Law Firm • Graduate of Northwestern State University of Louisiana and Loyola University College of Law • Certified Master Life Coach • Animal activist/rescuer • Enjoys acting, traveling and snow skiing • Born and raised in New York

AT A GLANCE • Person Most Admired: My mother for her work ethic, zest for life, and love and dedication to her family • Favorite Part of Your Job: Helping people resolve their legal problems, especially those involving children • Favorite Book: Everything Happens for a Reason by Kate Bower • Favorite Quote: “Life isn’t about finding yourself, it’s about creating yourself.”

—George Bernard Shaw

I HAVE BEEN practicing law for about 26 years. O’Connor Law Firm was established

in Covington in 1998 and continues to thrive. The primary legal genre practiced by our law firm is domestic/family law, which encompasses issues dealing with divorce, property, custody, visitation, monetary and support issues, and any other family law matters.

I am a member of the Louisiana State Bar Association and the St. Tammany Bar Association.

I am a recipient of the Who’s Who, Top Lawyers of Louisiana Client Satisfaction Award and voted one of the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys Top Lawyers in Louisiana. I am a former Court Appointed Special Advocate and former Special Assistant District Attorney of St. Tammany Parish and a former High Conflict Parenting Course instructor.

Our firm currently has five employees, all of whom have been with us for many years.

We provide a casual, calm and inviting office atmosphere for our clients and prospective clients. Family law matters usually create strong, emotional responses by the parties. We are dedicated to the aggressive protection of your legal rights; however, it is our goal to help diffuse the stress in order to acheive the best outcome. O’Connor Law Firm offers free consultations, and we invite anyone who may need information or guidance to come in and meet with our staff.

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O'CONNOR LAW FIRM O’Connor Law Firm is located at 302 W. 26th Ave. in Covington For more information, please call 985-867-1575, visit oconnor-law-firm.net or look for @oconnorlawfirmla on Facebook.

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Michelle Demarest Sunseri NICAUD & SUNSERI LAW FIRM

• Attorney, Nicaud & Sunseri Law Firm • Graduate of Louisiana State University and Loyola University College of Law • Member of the Louisiana State Bar Association and the 22nd JDC Bar Association • Civil Law Mediator focusing on family law issues • Born in Georgia; raised in New Orleans

AT A GLANCE • Person Most Admired: My father, Attorney J. Paul Demarest who taught me the most important aspects of the practice of law • Favorite Part of Your Job: Those days when I know I did the best with the talents I was given • Recent Book: That Month in Tuscany

by Inglath Cooper • Favorite Quote: “Believe and act as if it is impossible to fail.”—Charles Kettering

THE PRACTICE OF Michelle Demarest Sunseri and her husband J. Douglas Sunseri

focuses on the challenges encompassed in the family/estate law arena including the unique legal challenges of Baby Boomers. This generation has matured, resulting in profound changes in the economy, housing and healthcare. Also, many are parents of blended families. Decisions to be addressed in a comprehensive estate plan include: allocation to spouse and children—yours, mine and ours, administration of assets to the minor children or grandchildren through trusts including special needs trust, designation of beneficiaries of life insurance policies, IRAs and/or annuities, usufructs in favor of a spouse, powers of attorney and living wills or medical directives.

The couple’s extensive courtroom experience is beneficial for litigating contested probate and trust issues. Also, estate and probate matters are often discussed on their Sunday morning radio show on WWL 870AM/105.3FM. Nicaud and Sunseri Law Firm has been providing legal services to businesses and individuals on the Northshore and Southshore for more than 28 years. The firm's areas of practice include: family law, estate/probate, corporate mediation and disaster law.

The offices of Nicaud and Sunseri Law Firm, LLC are located at 7020 Highway 190 West, Suite A in Covington (985-624-9697), and 3000 18th St. in Metairie (504-837-1304).

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Brian L. Glorioso

TONRY, BRINSON & GLORIOSO, LLC

• Partner, Tonry, Brinson & Glorioso, LLC • Partner, Patriot Title, LLC • Graduate of University of New Orleans and Loyola Law School New Orleans • Fellowship, Loyola Institute of Politics • 19 Years Practicing Law

AT A GLANCE • Person Most Admired: Ronald Reagan • Favorite Part of Your Job: Helping people in need • Most Recent Book Read: The Sun Also Rises

by Ernest Hemingway • Favorite Quote: “There are no constraints on the human mind, no walls around the human spirit, no barriers to our progress except those we ourselves erect.”

—Ronald Reagan

IN 2006, BRIAN GLORIOSO, along with Richard Tonry and Raymond Brinson, founded

the law firm of Tonry, Brinson and Glorioso in Slidell. He also joined Mr. Brinson and Mr. Tonry as a partner in Patriot Title, LLC and became a licensed title insurance producer. Since 2006, Glorioso's practice has focused on a variety of legal matters including real estate, business development, estate planning, successions and complex litigation. Glorioso has helped numerous local businesses in their formation and development of their business models. In 2011, Glorioso represented a Slidell resident, Ms. Julie Demahy, in a case which was taken all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court. The Court issued a landmark ruling on the rights of individuals to seek redress from generic drug manufacturers. Currently, Glorioso is counsel for the St. Tammany Parish Coroner's Office in the National Prescription Opiate Litigation case.

Tonry, Brinson & Glorioso offers the highest degree of service and dedication to clients’ needs. They create dynamic working relationships, combining personal service with proven ability and resources to resolve complicated legal issues. They focus on timely and effective communication for their clients throughout Louisiana. Patriot Title and Tonry, Brinson and Glorioso are also invested in their community and have sponsored numerous charitable events and organizations in Slidell.

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Brian Glorioso, Esq. is a partner in Tonry, Brinson & Glorioso, LLC. They are located at 245 Pontchartrain Drive in Slidell.

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For example, spouses may bring their own separate property into the marriage. As time passes, spouses may also accumulate community property together. First, the spouses should understand that inheritance outcomes, under Louisiana default law, differ for each type of property. Then, spouses should determine if they have different plans for their different types of property. If so, the Last Will should be drafted to provide clear instructions to carry out The Testator’s wishes.

Children of prior marriages should be taken into consideration along with any children of the second marriage. Sometimes, spouses may structure their Last Will and Testament in one fashion and their non-probate assets and beneficiary designations in another. Non-probate assets like life insurance and retirement accounts may contain beneficiary designations different from the beneficiaries named under a Will so that the Testator can adequately address concerns for each set of children, including the extent of support each child may require.

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Options to replace a missing tooth are dental implants, fixed or cemented bridges, or removable partial dentures. Of the three, only dental implants function most like your natural tooth and root. A dental implant cannot decay, and studies have shown that they have a 95-98% success rate. They are minimally invasive, and in most cases, cause very little to no post-operative pain. Removing insurance from the equation, a single dental implant is approximately the same cost as a fixed 3-unit bridge that replaces a single tooth. Dental insurance may provide a discount on one procedure or the other depending on your policy. Long-term, bridges may actually be more expensive. They can be difficult to clean and according to the American Dental Association, may need to be replaced every 10 years on average due to decay, fracture, or the necessity of root canal treatment. Sometimes when a bridge fails, other teeth are affected, which may lead to additional tooth loss and more extensive treatment.

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Television newswoman Nancy Parker died when the stunt plane she was reporting from crashed near Lakefront Airport. Nancy was a storyteller, a wife, a mother and a passionate advocate for the "Big Easy." Nancy put her heart and soul into everything she did. With laughter and love, honesty

and compassion—she conveyed the story like few others could.

Nancy's love of journalism began at an early age in her hometown of Opelika, Alabama. While still in high school, she had a job anchoring the evening drive news at a local radio station, WJHO. The ambitious 17-year-old spent many long days balancing homework with evening radio shifts, working towards transforming the small glass booth into a larger window of opportunity. She went on to anchor at several stations before making New Orleans' FOX 8 her long-time home in 1996. The respected reporter's career spanned 30 years culminating in a 22-year tenure at FOX 8 where she earned five Emmy Awards.

Her career highlights were impressive to say the least. From covering Pope Paul II’s visit to Saint Louis to a one-on-one interview with George W. Bush on the Katrina Recovery, Nancy always brought kindness, integrity and enthusiasm to every story she crafted.

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TRACY GOLD

Family Rules WRITTEN BY JAN WINDHORST PHOTOS BY STEVE RANDON

WHEN SITTING DOWN

to interview Tracy

Gold regarding her career as a family lawyer, the first thing she wants to talk about are her three

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wonderful sons and loving husband of 25 years, David. Although she adds a little about herself, including her recent battle with breast cancer, family is certainly at the center of her personal and professional life, which Ms. Gold traces back to her childhood in Scarsdale, New York.

Ms. Gold says her father, Larry Suslow, was her first mentor and introduced her to life as an attorney. He and her mother, Kiki, fostered a deep love of the values that shaped her all-important relationships. “My childhood was idyllic,” she

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recalls fondly. “My parents shared a happy fifty-year marriage. I grew up with an older brother (from her mother’s first marriage), a sister, six cats and two dogs. We were fortunate to enjoy family vacations, Broadway shows and concerts, but nevertheless, my parents instilled a strong work ethic. My first job in high school was at my father’s law firm.”

Ms. Gold was introduced to New Orleans when her brother attended Tulane, and she fell in love with the city. She too attended Tulane and studied psychology and sociology before going back to New York to attend Brooklyn Law School. After graduation, the avid crime-novel reader honed her legal skills as an ADA in the Kings County District Attorney’s office. “It’s not like on TV,” explains Ms. Gold. “I worked with the police, interviewing witnesses and criminals during 24-hour ride alongs and had daily contact with juries and judges. The experience was invaluable and taught me to think on my toes. But after several years, the cases were emotionally draining because I became attached to the victims of violent crimes and their families.”

After five years with the DA, Ms. Gold returned to New Orleans with her husband to start a family in a city more relaxed than New York. “That was 23 years ago and we’ve made a great life here with our three children, family and friends.” Ms. Gold focuses solely on family law and has been with Tranchina & Mansfield Law Firm for over 10 years. She credits Frank Tranchina with being a great mentor and proponent of work/life balance. “I call myself a ‘Mommy Lawyer’ because I structured my schedule around attending school events and activities. I still have the New 22 Sophisticated Woman | September 2019

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Yorker in me though, and can be tough when a client needs me to be—especially when it comes to the welfare of a child in a custody case.” She believes that her childhood as part of a blended family, her education in psychology and years of professional experience allow her the perspective to help clients become healthier parents and navigate through the tough times. “My husband, David, was the child of a painful, ugly divorce and I don’t want that for anybody. I always strive to protect children in the divorce process. To me, being a good family lawyer means always being available to listen and give guidance.”

Ms. Gold wanted to recreate the lifestyle in which she was raised. She and David found the right feel in St. Tammany Parish. “I love the wholesome environment, getting to know so many people in the community, and the wonderful schools our children attended, Kehoe France and St. Paul’s.” Ms. Gold eagerly elaborates on her crowning achievement and the center of their family—her three sons. “We are blessed that our kids are self-driven, well-adjusted, respectful, and happy. They have always supported each other and I am proud to say they’re great friends. David and I raised them with love, support, and structure, but with the freedom to explore and be their best selves.”

Her oldest, Max, is 22 and recently graduated summa cuml aude from Washington and Lee University.

He was a Johnson Scholar at college and St. Paul’s valedictorian. Ms. Gold is thrilled that he has returned to New Orleans to work as a software engineer. Jackson is 18 and also excels in academics. He was St. Paul’s salutatorian and earned both a perfect 36 on the ACT and a National Merit Scholarship.

Jackson was also a starting defender on the St. Paul’s state championship lacrosse team. He will attend the University of Alabama Honors College to study computer science. At 14, her youngest son Sam has faced more adversity than his brothers. At eight years old, he was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease.

Ms. Gold says he has a great attitude and doesn’t let it hold him back. He also has been recognized for academic excellence by St. Paul’s and carries on the tradition of lacrosse.

Ms. Gold says she most values loyalty, compassion, integrity, and empathy in her law practice and taught those values to her boys early on. “We also stressed being kind, patient, and generous with others. Both Max and Jackson were the President of Habitat for Humanity at St. Paul’s, and our family is a proud supporter of the Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation. We take part in the annual walk as Team Gold and Sam was even the 2018 pediatric hero. Just as I was raised, we had dinner together every night when they were younger. Now that they are older and busy with careers, college, and lacrosse, when we are able to sit down for a family meal or simple movie night, I couldn’t be happier.”

Tracy Gold is an attorney at the law office of Tranchina & Mansfield, LLC. Their offices are located at 321 E. Kirkland Street in Covington. For more information, call 985-892-1313 or visit tranchinaandmansfield.com.

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health

Hair Restoration Treatment Options WRITTEN BY JASON GUILLOT , MD

STATE-OF-THE-ART TECHNIQUES IN facial plastic surgery for aesthetics can enhance and enrich people’s lives like never before.

Advances in surgical and non-surgical treatments provide many options for patients to reach their desired goals.

To many, a full head of hair represents attractiveness and desirability both personally and professionally. Treatment options for hair loss have come a long way since the unsightly plug methods of the past. New advances can help you achieve natural looking results using either of the two well respected hair restoration techniques.

One is the traditional "strip" harvesting method and the other is the newer, automated Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE) with the NeoGraft instrument. The benefits of the NeoGraft procedure include no scalpel incision, no sutures or staples, no linear scar, and a quicker recovery time. Regardless of the chosen surgical technique, surgical hair restoration can produce natural hair lines with top quality, long lasting results.

In addition to surgical hair restoration techniques, there are a variety of procedures for patients with hair growth goals. Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) treatments, microneedling, and photo light therapy can be done in the office with little to no downtime. These methods can be used in conjunction with the surgical treatments or as standalone procedures for promoting hair growth.

If you are considering any hair restoration or hair growth treatments, consult with a physician specializing in these techniques before scheduling any procedure. Discuss your needs and goals to ensure the appropriate treatment plan is in place to best meet your expectations for hair restoration and to make sure your experience will be discrete and comfortable.

Dr. Jason Guillot is a Board Certified Physian and founder of SLENT. SLENT is located at 1420 North Causeway Boulevard in Mandeville.

Call 985-327-5905 or visit southlouisianamd.com.

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Preventing Pregnancy Loss WRITTEN BY DR. LISA MARIE PATE

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Dr. Lisa Marie Pate is a Naturopathic Physician who utilizes the healing power of nature to maintain and restore health in her clients.Pate Wellness Center is located at 109 Innwood Drive, Suite B in Covington. Call 985893-9019, email wellness@ drlisamariepate.com or visit patewellnesscenter.com.

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Mike Cooper

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mentionable

Deep Roots­. Familiar Routes.

WRITTEN BY JAN WINDHORST PHOTOS BY CALLEN KATES

A YOUNG BOY bikes through streets heavily lined with pine trees and dotted with houses. As he pedals from his Tyler Street home to his grandparents’ door near St. Paul’s, little does he know that 50 years later he will still be rooted near the alley under his wheels. Today, inside Mike Cooper’s Covington home with wife Catherine, the walls hold books, old pictures and historic maps that illustrate his journey to arrive right back where he started. “Technically, in 1953, the closest hospital was in Bogalusa, but I think it’s fair to say I was born and raised here,” laughs the former two-term mayor of Covington. “I was baptized at St. Peter Church and attended St. Peter School, Covington Jr. High and St. Paul’s. The big landmarks then were the new St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Badeaux’s Drive-In, and the new St. Tammany Parish Courthouse on Boston Street, dedicated in 1960.” The colorful history lesson continues, “The Southern Hotel building housed Tugy’s Bar and a café, Claiborne Hill had a Dairy Queen, and there were full-service gas stations downtown. One summer, I worked for City Drug Store making deliveries on my trusty bike. It was the typical small town of its day. Did you know my dad was mayor back then?”

In fact, Cooper’s family goes back for generations in Covington and Madisonville. In the early 1900s, Captain Victor LeBlanc operated freight boats between New Orleans and the Northshore, and Ernest Cooper worked at the Mackie Pine Oil Plant in Covington. Fast forward to 1967 when Mike’s father Ernest took office as mayor of Covington serving for 24 years. “It was my first taste of politics and it was pretty neat. We delivered signs and knocked on doors,” says Cooper, recalling his excitement as a 13-year-old participant. “The Saints held their first training camp at St. Paul’s that year. Since Dad was mayor, I got to ride in the Police Chief’s car that met the players’ bus at the Causeway. We escorted them in and got to watch practice. I grew up seeing my dad as an integral part of the community and I wanted to do the same.”

High school brought another mentor. “I greatly admired Coach Gene Bennett. For junior year basketball tryouts, I was still recovering from a serious car accident, and I could see his apprehension when I showed up. I told him, ‘Don’t worry Coach, I’m not here to try out. I want to be your team manager.’ He taught me that I didn’t need to make the score, but as manager, I facilitated the win by organizing and planning for the team. I’ve taken that lesson into every leadership role I’ve ever had.”

In 1977, after putting himself through college and earning a degree in City and Regional Planning, Cooper landed a job in the St. Tammany Parish Planning Department. The Covington City Council later appointed him to their Planning and Zoning Commission on which he served for 10 years. When the mayor’s seat opened in 2011, Cooper says he was called to run, “It’s in my blood. I won in the primary and was re-elected in 2015 with no opposition. I was fortunate to work with a great city council to provide amenities and services for our citizens. And, as I learned in high school, teamwork is invaluable, so I appointed qualified, dedicated people to lead our departments.” Cooper cites a comprehensive road program and improvements to drainage, parks and playgrounds as a few of his proudest accomplishments. “I also wanted informal interaction with citizens, so I introduced Coffee with Mayor Cooper. We met quarterly and I’d give updates and answer questions. It was great to communicate with residents and business owners in that casual setting.” Covington’s bicentennial in 2013 was also meaningful to the descendant of past city leaders. “It was moving to share my family's legacy during that celebration. It really brought the community together.”

As Cooper reflects, his wife, Catherine, returns from delivering signs for his upcoming campaign for Parish President. She confirms a meeting for him as she cheerfully whisks through the room. Of his future Cooper says, “My education, experience and desire to serve has culminated in this next step for me. Catherine is a great supporter. We’ll be married 11 years this month. She’s contributed greatly to my success and is invaluable on the campaign trail.” Also, always faithfully by his side sits Button, who Catherine and Mike rescued from Animal Services in 2010. Aside from family time, the Coopers focus on worthwhile community causes. “Much of my spare time is spent at charity events, and when I’m home, I enjoy grilling for family and friends. And I still love riding my bike around the neighborhood.”

An accomplished man pedals along his childhood route, now bustling with activity but still lined with trees and the familiar feeling of home. For generations, his family has shared a deep-rooted dedication to shaping the future of a growing and prosperous St. Tammany while maintaining its character—a legacy he is proud to carry forward.

This is a paid political advertorial. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the candidate and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Sophisticated Woman Magazine and/or G & A Publishing, Inc. Sophisticated Woman | September 2019 27

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Why Not Plant An Herb Garden?

WRITTEN BY KATHLEEN GUIDRY, ST. TAMMANY PARISH MASTER GARDENER

HAVE YOU EVER considered growing an herb garden? This might be the year to start one... yes, even in the fall. The aromas of different herbs are wonderful. You could grow enough to make a few special tea bags, experiment with the wonderful essential oil trend that is gaining popularity or enjoy new herbs and spices in cooking and baking. The soft, fleshy green parts of the plant are considered the herbs and the other parts (the stems and seeds, etc.) are the spices.

The months between September and February are considered the cool season for herbs and most can even tolerate the freezes we get down here in the deep south. Lemon balm can thrive the entire year or for many years as can chives, rosemary and oregano. In fact, perennial herbs like these are usually planted in the fall to give them a chance to get good and strong before the stifling days of our summers.

Rather than attempting to grow plants from seeds on your first try, buy a few starter plants from your favorite garden store. Pick out a few that you really like to smell. You will find that herbs aren’t too fussy about where you plant them, and most can even survive through the care of novice gardeners. You can get planting tips from the LSU AgCenter website at www.lsuagcenter.com. When you feel the urge to start picking a few to use, try to make your cut close to a leaf intersection to ensure rapid regrowth.

If the idea of a separate garden seems overwhelming to you, grow a few in pots and place around your existing garden. Next year you will likely feel the urge to expand and possibly create a new garden that is solely dedicated to herbs.

Happy Gardening!

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community

HELP MAKE ST. TAMMANY EVEN BETTER. A Night To Remember

Join the support for smoke-free bars and gaming venues to keep our community thriving.

WRITTEN BY ALEXANDRA COOGAN, NORTHSHORE HUMANE SOCIETY

ARE YOU AN

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party for you! Northshore Humane Society will host its annual Unleashed! Rescue Me Gala on Saturday, September 28th from 7:00 pm to 11:00 pm at Pontchartrain Yacht Club on Mandeville’s beautiful lakefront.

Last year, this event exceeded expectations and raised over $100,000! Event proceeds are critical to funding NHS. The 2019 Unleashed! Rescue Me Gala offers an action-packed evening. Pardo’s American Bistro, Louisiana Seafood, Green Fork, Forks & Corks, The Lakehouse and Maison Lafitte will craft cocktails and cuisine as the sun sets on the Mandeville lakefront. Fox8 news reporter, Rob Krieger, will join us to emcee as guests dance the night away to the sounds of Crescent City Soul.

Proceeds from ticket sales, sponsorships, silent and live auctions, wine collectors’ cork pull and more will fund the Northshore Humane Society's life-saving programs.

Individual tickets are $85 in advance or $150 for a couple’s ticket. However, the best way to enjoy this fun-filled evening is with reserved seating at your own table. To purchase tickets or see information on sponsorships, visit Eventbrite.com.

Northshore Humane Society is one of Louisiana’s largest non-profit, no-kill animal welfare organizations. Since 1953, the Northshore Humane Society has been serving the unwanted, neglected, abandoned, and abused animals of the

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Gulf Coast Region. NHS is an independent, nongovernmental facility that relies on donations from the community in order to offer foster and adoption services and veterinary care.

For more information, email acoogan@nshumane.org or visit northshorehumane.org.

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1 pound ground chuck

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2 eggs, beaten

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1 cup Italian style panko bread crumbs

crumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic and parsley

¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped

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1 tablespoon parsley flakes

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over medium-high heat. Add meatballs and cook

4 cups marinara sauce

two minutes on each side or until golden brown.

12 mini hamburger buns

3. Pour marinara sauce over meatballs. Heat until

12 slices mozzarella cheese

boiling and reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered

Bib lettuce

for 30 minutes until meatballs are thoroughly cooked.

4. On each toasted bun bottom, place bib lettuce, one

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meatball and one slice mozzarella cheese. Cover with toasted bun tops.

cuisine & cocktails

Who Dat Say Dey Gonna' Drink Dat Drink?

AND JUST LIKE that, another football season is upon us. Get yourself ready for the big win with these no-nonense Who Dat concoctions! Snuggle up to the bigscreen and get ready for the big screams as you make the most of your Sundays and Mondays...and even Thursdays. Yeah you right!

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1½ ounces light rum ¾ ounces Benedictine liqueur ½ ounce fresh lime juice ¾ ounce ginger liqueur 1 teaspoon truffle honey Honey drizzle

2 ounces vodka ½ ounce simple syrup ½ ounce coffee liqueur 1 ounce freshly brewed espresso 3 coffee beans for garnish

Combine rum, Benedictine liqueur, lime juice, ginger liqueur and honey in the bottom of a shaker and stir until honey dissolves. Add ice and shake well.

Strain into ice-filled rocks glass. Drizzle a little honey on the top.

Mix vodka, simple syrup, coffee liqueur, and brewed espresso in a shaker filled with ice. Shake for 15 seconds. Strain into a chilled coupe glass. Garnish with 3 coffee beans.

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Pigskin For The Win

2 ounces gin 1 ounce fresh-squeezed lemon juice 2 teaspoons simple syrup ½ ounce crème de mure Fresh blackberries for garnish

2 ounces vodka 4 ounces tomato juice ½ tablespoon lemon juice ½ teaspoon horseradish ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1 strip cooked bacon and lemon wedge for garnish

Add the gin, lemon juice and simple syrup into a shaker with ice and shake.

Fine-strain into an old fashioned glass over crushed ice. Lace over top with the crème de mure. Garnish with fresh blackberries.

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add all ingredients. Shake for 20-30 seconds until chilled. Pour mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice. Garnish with a strip of bacon and a lemon wedge.

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health

Coping With Suicide Survivor's Grief WRITTEN BY PAT MASHBURN

THE STATISTICS ARE staggering. 122 people die by suicide each day in the United States, or just over 44,530 each year. On average, anywhere from 8 to 10 people are affected by each suicide, and we call them survivors. That’s 968 new survivors a day and 353,320 a year.

We hear a lot following a suicide, including a proliferation of information on warning signs and awareness, but little or nothing about the person left behind. The moment a person becomes a survivor, their past, present, and future are compressed into a single moment in time which will define much of the rest of their life to come.

Any coping skills a person possessed up to that point usually can’t hold up to this extreme stress, and putting the pieces back together is often a moment to moment struggle before it can become addressed day by day.

There are many myths and misconceptions about those who grieve such a loss, and survivors just want to be understood. But, how does one explain what is seemingly incomprehensible? What makes suicide grief different from other types of grief and why is it so hard for survivors to talk about it?

Healing is a process and this profound loss calls for the help of professionals and fellow survivors including counselors, support groups and those willing to share their training and experiences through their advice and the story of their personal journeys. I encourage suicide survivors to seek all means available to help them heal. Your pain matters. Your experience matters. Your healing matters. No one can take that away from you.

Pat Mashburn is the author of "Just Breathe— Surviving a Loss to Suicide” and served as a volunteer crisis responder with law enforcement and the St. Tammany Parish Coroner’s Office for five years.

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community

Keesler Federal Credit Union Sponsors Slidell Area Scholarships WRITTEN BY JAN WINDHORST

FIVE SLIDELL AREA high school students were awarded scholarships at the East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce's Education Luncheon. The luncheon and the scholarships were sponsored by Keesler Federal Credit Union which the chamber considers a true community partner that serves many local nonprofits.

Chamber CEO Don Shea says, “We are very grateful to Keesler Federal Credit Union for sponsoring the luncheon and the scholarships, and for their support of our education committee.� The Chamber's Education Committee consists of local school board members, the teacher's union president, high school and college educators and administrators, a Junior Achievement representative and local businesspeople. Their mission is to help Chamber members connect with the students and school administrations by partnering them with mentors such as Junior Achievement leaders who focus on Financial Literacy Programs, the Jobs for Americas Graduates, school-to-work programs, and career placement services at local junior colleges and universities.

The following local high school students were awarded $1,000 scholarships to assist with college expenses: Destiny Dominique graduated from Salmen High School with a 3.64 GPA and numerous academic accomplishments. She is AutoCAD and CPR certified, and lettered in cross country, soccer, and tennis. She is also a member of the National Honor Society and has been on numerous mission trips. Destiny plans on majoring in Industrial Technology at Southeastern Louisiana University.

Madeline Musselman graduated from Northshore High School with a 4.0 GPA and a 34 ACT score. She was in Beta Club, Governor of Student Ambassadors, National Honor Society, co-founder and historian of Bring Color to Life Club, Leader of St. Margret Mary Church Retreat Team, and Habitat for Humanity Club.

Madeline plans to attend the University of Southern Mississippi and study Kinesiology.

During his time at Slidell High, Carson Canulette was President of the Interact Club, Captain of the Swim Team, Treasurer of the National Honor Society, and a founding member of Superintendent Trey Folse's Student Advisory Panel. Carson attended the International Rotary Convention and as swim team captain, Carson lettered for four years and broke three SHS team records. Carson was honored as a valedictorian and Slidell High School's Student of the Year for his extracurricular achievements and stellar 4.0 GPA. Carson plans to attend Washington and Lee University in Virginia and double major in Economics and Engineering.

Maggie Mae Bennett graduated from Pearl River High with a 4.3 GPA. She participated in Beta Club, National Honor Society, Thespians, Mu Alpha Theta, and Student Council. Maggie volunteered and interned at both Slidell Memorial and Ochsner and earned her CNA (certified nurse assistant) certification during her last semester in high school. She is currently working at Trinity Neurologic Rehabilitation Center and plans on attending the University of Southern Mississippi to study nursing.

At Pope John Paul II, Victoria Calamari was a member of National Honor Society, Liturgy Team, served as a Eucharistic Minister, and was Vice-President of the Sanctity of Life Club. Victoria also played on the tennis team and served as captain her senior year. She worked at St. Margaret Mary aftercare and now works at Our Lady of Lourdes Summer Camp. She will major in Elementary Education at the University of Southern Mississippi.

Congratulations to each of these outstanding young individuals for a job well done!

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S O P H I S T I C AT E D

S O C I A L

community

St. Tammany Corporation and Tri-Parish Works Announce Partnership The entities will coordinate efforts to provide sharing of key staff to build more capacity for both agencies allowing for expanded services and resources to the business community. Top: Jennifer Barnett, Dakotah Eason, Todd Whalley; Bottom: Alan Thriffiley, Melissa Kirsch, Chris Masingill, and Bill Davis.

St. Tammany West Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours Hancock Whitney Bank generously sponsored the June Business After Hours at Don’s Seafood. Left to right: Tom Murray, Eric Graffeo, Lesley Burke, David Boudreaux, Christine Tadlock, Rosetta Dufrene, Susan Zoble, Phylis Julian, and Kristen O’Keefe.

Donahue Named Lakeview Regional Chairman John L. Donahue III has been named the new chairman of the board of trustees of Lakeview Regional Medical Center, a campus of Tulane Medical Center. He will also serve as a member of the Tulane University Healthcare System Governing Board that directs Tulane Medical Center.

Donahue takes over after the recent passing of longtime chairwoman Willie Paretti.

W.A.T.C.H. Kickoff Brings Women Together Allyson Sanderson hosted the Women Accepting The Challenge of Housing (W.A.T.C.H.) Kickoff to promote Women Build 2019 Fueled by Chevron. Women Build actively addresses the problem of children living in poverty by building safe, affordable homes. Top: Paula Davis-Co-chair, Ellie Merrick-Co-chair, Daina Short, Jean Hunn, Amanda Phillips. Bottom: Bobbie Miles, Jodi Canadas, Vonda Downing, and Allyson Sanderson.

"It's a Wrap" Legislative Wrap-Up Luncheon Tchefuncta Country Club was the setting for the St. Tammany West Chamber of Commerce's Legislative Wrap-Up Luncheon. From left to right: Shannon Capouch, Randy Benefield, Ryan Cotton, Megan East and Terry Looney.

St. Paul's School Welcomes New Faculty St. Paul's School welcomed nine new faculty members for 2019-20.

Pictured standing: Jonathan Eubanks, Religion; Catherine Tonry, Religion; Kitty Pellissier, Math; Ashley Guillot, Language; and Tammy Petit, Science.

Seated: Ricky Zimmer, Core Pack; Michael Stant, Health & P. E. and Social Studies; Ken Sears III, Health & P. E.; and Gene Lipps, Science.

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St. Tammany Parish Hospital | Ochsner Hospital for Children 1202 S. Tyler Street in Covington

Leblanc Pediatrics 319 S. Tyler Street in Covington

Arcosa Marine 150 Highway 21 in Madisonville

Flagstar 102 Fontainbleau Drive, Bldg. D-2 in Mandeville

C U T T I N G S

Methodist Foster Care 102 Highland Park Plaza in Covington

R I B B O N

Greenleaf Lawson Architects 404 E. Gibson Street in Covington

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community

SEPTEMBER CALENDAR 5

safeTALK-Suicide Alertness for Everyone. St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Suicide, 9 am–Noon, $35, 2.5 general CEUsNASW-La Chapter, 985-237-5506, Register online, stops-la.com.

7

Covington Art Market. 9 am–1 pm, Free, Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, 985-892-8650, sttammany.art.

Nutcracker Auditions. 2–4 pm, $50, Ballet Apetrei, 829 Asbury Dr., Male/female dancers ages 6+, 985-624-3622, BalletApetrei.net.

13

Northlake Newcomers Club Annual Membership Breakfast.

10 am, Free, Benedict’s Plantation, 1144 N Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, northlakenewcomers.com.

13-14

Honey Island Swamp Fest. 5-11 pm Friday, 10 am–11 pm Saturday, Free, KBR Lake, 39576 Pump Slough Rd., Pearl River, 985-863-2771, facebook.com/honeyislandswampfest/.

14

Superhero Fun Run/Walk Benefiting Hope for Hemophilia.

7:30 am-Registration, 8 am-5K Run, 9 am-1Mile Walk/Fun Run, $25-Adult, $15-Child, Terrabella Village, 111 TerraBella Blvd, Covington, 888-529-8023, superherohope.com.

Hoops for Kids 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament. 9 am–3:30 pm, $20-team of 4, Reverend Peter Atkins Park, 701 N. Tyler St. at W. 28th Ave., Covington, 985-327-7634, bgcsela.org/hoops.

Ponchatoula Art and Wine Stroll. 5–8 pm, Free, Downtown Ponchatoula, 985-386-2536, ponchatoulachamber.com.

Second Saturday Art Walk. 6–9 pm, Free, Historic St. John District, Downtown Covington, 985-892-1873, covla.com.

Dew Drop Jazz Hall Concert. 6:30-9 pm, $10-adults, Free-students/kids, 430 Lamarque St., Mandeville, 985-624-9604, dewdropjazzhall.com.

Northshore Cajun Dance at Abita Town Hall ft. Lee Benoit.

7 pm-Free dance lessons, 8 pm-Live music, $10, Abita Town Hall, 22161 Level St., Abita Springs, 504-583-8603, northshorecajundancers.com.

15

Third Sunday Concert Series. 5 pm, Free, Cedric Bridges & Lindsey Ware perform Cole Porter, Christ Episcopal Church, 120 S. New Hampshire St., Covington, 985-892-3177.

19-21

Scrap Dat! Scrapbooking Weekend. 8:00 pm–11:59 pm, Price varies-see website, Castine Center, 63350 Pelican Blvd., Mandeville, 985-898-2251, scrapdatproductions.com.

20

Sunset at the Landing Concert. 6–9 pm, Free, Columbia Street Landing on the Bogue Falaya River, 100 N. Columbia St., Covington, 985-892-1873, sunsetatthelanding.org.

20-22

St. Tammany Crab Festival. 5–11:30 pm Friday, 11am-11pm Saturday & Sunday, $40-3 Day Pass, $20-1 Day Pass, $25-At Gate, Free-Kids 12 & under, Heritage Park, 1701 Bayou Lane, Slidell, 985-768-6969, sttammanycrabfestival.com.

21

Beach Sweep at Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge.

9 am–12 pm, Free, Registration required, Meet at Lake Rd. parking lot, Lacombe, 985-882-2015, fws.gov/refuge/big_branch_marsh.

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Standing Events EVERY 2ND & 4TH MONDAY SOS Survivors of Suicide Support Group. 6:30–8 pm, First Baptist Church, 1895 Highway 190, Mandeville, 985-237-5506, stops-la.com.

EVERY LAST MONDAY St. Tammany Democrats—DPEC, 6:45–8:30 pm, 21490 Koop Dr., Mandeville.

EVERY TUESDAY, THURSDAY & SATURDAY Northshore Table Tennis Club, 6:30–9:30 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30–8:30 pm on Saturdays, 22519 Highway 36, Abita Springs.

EVERY WEDNESDAY Covington Farmers Market. 10 am–2 pm, Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire St., covingtonfarmersmarket.org.

EVERY 3RD TUESDAY LIFE Lab Lecture Series, presented by Avanti Senior Living. 6 pm, free, 2234 Watercross Parkway, Covington, avanti-sl.com/events.

EVERY 1ST THURSDAY Mandeville Republican Women's Club, 11:30 am, Beau Chene Country Club, 602 N. Beau Chene Dr., Mandeville, 504-782-2920.

EVERY 3RD THURSDAY Women of Infinite Possibilities. 10 am–noon, St. Anthony’s Gardens, 601 Holy Trinity Dr., Covington, 985-867-5234, womenofwip.org.

EVERY THURSDAY & SATURDAY Lafitte Street Market. 4–8 pm on Thursdays; 9 am–1 pm on Saturdays, 698 Lafitte St., Mandeville.

EVERY FRIDAY “Legacies for All” Estate Planning. 9 am–3 p.m. $500 per basic estate plan that includes a will, power of attorney and living will, Christie Tournet & Associates, 1795 W. Causeway Approach, Suite 103A, Mandeville, 985-951-2177.

Free Wine Tastings at Martin Wine Cellar.

4:30–6:30 pm 2895 Highway 190, Mandeville, 985- 951-8081.

EVERY SATURDAY Covington Farmers Market. 8 am–noon, 609 N. Columbia St. on side lawn of the Covington Police Department, covingtonfarmersmarket.org.

Hammond Farmers Market. 8 am–noon, corner of W. Thomas St. and S.W. Railroad Ave., downtown Hammond, 985-277-5680, dddhammond.com.

Camellia City Market. 8 am–noon., 1808 Front St., Slidell, 985-640-7112, camelliacitymarket.org.

Mandeville Trailhead Community Market. 9 am–1 pm, Mandeville Trailhead Cultural Interpretive Center, 985-624-3147, mandevilletrailheadmarket.com.

Pearl River’s Honey Island Art and Farmers Market. 10 am–2 pm, 64378 Highway 41, Pearl River, 985-807-4447.

Covington Brewhouse Tours.

11:30 am and 12:30 pm, free, 226 E. Lockwood St., Covington.

EVERY SUNDAY Abita Springs Art & Farmers Market. Noon–4 pm, Abita Trailhead, 985-892-0711 ext. 7, market@abitaspringsla.gov.

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Bogue Falaya River Sweep with KCB. 9 am–12 pm, Free, Bogue Falaya Wayside Park and Pavilion, 213 Park Dr., Covington, 985-867-3652, keepcovingtonbeautiful.org.

Pearl River Clean Sweep and Wildlife Festival.

9 am–3 pm, Free, Honey Island Fish House, 65583 Pump Slough Rd., Pearl River, 985-290-0002, pearlriverkeeper.com.

Work/Play Day at Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge. 9 am–1 pm, Free, Registration required, Bayou Lacombe Center at Big Branch Marsh NWR, 61389 Hwy. 434, Lacombe, 985-882-2015, fws.gov/refuge/Big_Branch_Marsh/Annual_Events.html.

Troubadours Saturday Matinee. 10 am–12 pm, Free, Lafitte Street Station Market, 698 Lafitte St., Mandeville, facebook.com/TroubadoursSongwriterNight/.

A Night with Aaron Foret. 6 pm, $12+tax-Adults, $8+tax-Kids, Land-O-Pines Family Campground, 17145 Million Dollar Rd., Covington, 985-892-6023, camplop.com.

Abita Opry Concert. 6 pm–Front Porch Performance, 7 pm-Concert, $20-reserved seating (limited tickets at door), Abita Springs Town Hall, 22161 Level Street, Abita Springs, 504-214-7777, abitaopry.org.

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A Taste of Olde Towne. Times/prices vary, Events for ages 21+, Olde Town Slidell area restaurants and venues, Slidell, 504-439-2543, atasteofthetown.net.

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Up Close & Musical at the Lobby Lounge: Katie Boeck.

7-9 pm, $16-$100, Northshore Harbor Center, 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell, 985-781-3650, harborcenter.org.

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St. Tammany Master Gardener Fall Seminar.

8 am–2:30 pm, $45, Lunch included, Church of the King, 22205 Little Creek Rd., (I-12 at Hwy. 59), Mandeville, 504-491-7367, stmastergardener.org.

Columbia Street Block Party. 6:30–9:30 pm, Free, Downtown Covington, 200-500 Block of Columbia St., Covington, 985-892-1873, covla.com.

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One Step at a Time 5K. St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Suicide, 8 am, $25-Adult, $10-Kids 16 & under, Abita Springs Trailhead, 985-237-5506, getmeregistered.com/stops.

Chief Fandal & Freddy Drennan’s Wild Game, Seafood & BBQ Cook-Off. 11 am–4 pm, $15-adults, $5-Kids 7-12, Free-Under 7, Fritchie Park, 901 Howze Beach Rd., Slidell, 985-646-0357, cccslidell.org.

Louisiana Food Truck Festival. 11 am–4 pm, Free, Northshore Harbor Center, 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell, 985-781-3650, harborcenter.org.

Dew Drop Jazz Hall Concert. 6:30–9 pm, $10-adults, Free-students & kids, 430 Lamarque Street, Mandeville, 985-624-9604, dewdropjazzhall.com.

Jazz’n the Vines Concert. 6:30–9 pm (Gates open at 5), $10-adults, Kids under 17-Free, Pontchartrain Vineyards, 81250 Old Military Rd. (Hwy. 1082), Bush, 985-892-9742, pontchartrainvineyards.com.

Unleashed! Rescue Me Gala-Northshore Humane Society. 7–11 pm, $85, Couples-$150, Pontchartrain Yacht Club, 140 Jackson Ave., Mandeville, 985-892-7387, northshorehumane.org.

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