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TLC for your P-E-T “Fur babies.” It’s a relatively newly coined term, which reflects the deepening affection we humans have for our pets. Not content to just “own” animals, we’ve now elevated them to actual family member status, and we’re dedicated to keeping them both healthy and happy. Check out these two -- soon to be three -Tangi facilities that can help achieve this by providing basic care, as well as going the extra mile with services that pamper your beloved pet.

HICKORY SMALL ANIMAL HOSPITAL

www.hickorysmallanimal.com 40008 Hickory Lane, Ponchatoula, (225) 294-3993 This full service veterinary hospital is currently located in Ponchatoula, and they are about to add a second location in Independence. Hickory Small Animal Hospital provides compassionate, innovative veterinary medical care, including surgery, vaccines, diagnostics, and dentistry. They also offer boarding, bathing, and grooming, plus holiday pet photo sessions for Easter, Halloween, and Christmas.

DOG GONE RIGHT DOG DAY CARE, TRAINING & GROOMING

www.doggoneright.net 20484 Highway 190, Hammond, (504) 376-4035

In addition to offering day care services with plenty of play time, this facility, which is touted as the only one on the Northshore to use force-free training techniques, also offers day training and group training classes, which include K-9 nose work, manners classes, and puppy socials.

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Composting for the Garden: Easy as 1-2-3 Composting is the process of collecting organic waste, storing it, allowing it to decompose, then recycling it as soil fertilizer. It’s a dirty job, but worth it because...

• It’s free fertilizer • Takes the place of unnatural chemicals

• Reduces the amount of waste in landfills • Produces healthier plants with fewer pests

Step 1:

Get a container. You can simply repurpose a plastic container, bucket or an empty coffee can.

Lids maintain the right moisture levels, but also to keep pests out and stink in.

Step 2:

Collect materials like paper goods, yard clippings, and food items, such as eggshells, coffee grounds, tea leaves, fruit and vegetable peels. (No meat or fish -- imagine the smell and flies!)

Step 3:

Promote decomposition. Without moisture, the decaying process will be delayed -- too much of it, and you’ll wind up with a slimy mess.

Add diverse new materials to the mix, and stir/turn it every few days.

The process could take anywhere from a few months to a year, so be patient. You’ll know it’s ready when your compost looks and smells like very dark, rich soil. Yes, it’s a dirty job, but your garden -- and the earth -- will thank you! For a more detailed account of this process, please visit the blog post on our website at www.Tangi.HooKnows.com.

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HEALTHY

Shape Up for Summer Did you completely abandon that New Year’s resolution to get in shape? Are you freaking out because it’s now bathing suit season? Well, you’re certainly not alone or without options.

We’ve pulled together a list of some local fitness centers that offer a wide range of services that address all your exercise and nutritional needs to start working on that beach bod!

NORTH CYPRESS FITNESS CENTER (HAMMOND)

www.northcypress.com (985) 542-3121 This facility fosters an inclusive environment by offering health, fitness, and fun for all age groups. Highlights include a lounge area, an event and party room, an indoor basketball/ volleyball court, expanded free weight room and resistance training areas, a cinema style spin studio with over 70 bikes, new tennis courts, a water park, and one of the largest group exercise studios in the state.

Group classes include yoga, Zumba, water aerobics, spin classes, Barre, cardio, step, plus classes for kids and seniors.

PONCHATOULA FITNESS CENTER

www.ponchatoulafitness.com (985) 386-8507 Established in 1980, this 9,000-square-foot, familyoriented fitness facility is designed to serve everyone from young adolescents to senior citizens. They offer weight training, cardio training and equipment, recumbent bicycles and life-cycles, personal trainers, vitamin supplements, smoothies, work-out gear, salon services, and childcare. Classes include power pump, spin, step & tone, Zumba, stretch & tone, circuit training, boot camp, and senior classes.

SPOGA FITNESS CENTER (HAMMOND)

Spogafitnesscenter.com (985) 345-2453 Spoga offers an array of group fitness classes, from beginner level up to most advanced, such as indoor cycling, Body Flow (a mix of yoga, Tai Chi and pilates), Blended Barre, and high intensity interval training. Other programs include child care, youth fitness, personal training, fitness analysis, and body fat testing.

A highlight of their nutrition and weight loss program is The Amazing Power of Food, a 5-week, one-on-one coaching session.

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CELEBRATING

Pamper Mom with a Spa Day Mother’s Day is May 14, and we’re going to let you in on a little secret. The vast majority of moms are so caught up in raising kids, running the household, and worrying about everyone else’s well-being (and many are trying to earn a paycheck, on top of everything else) that they just don’t get around to pampering themselves. Flowers and brunch are certainly a lovely way to celebrate Mother’s Day, but why not treat her to a little R&R this year? A gift card to a local full-service spa is like a magical passport to help her escape the daily grind.

The beauty of this gift is, you can choose whatever price point you can handle, and mom can choose whatever service strikes her fancy.

Here are two of Hammond’s most fabulous, full-service establishments to get you started.

Jeanne Maureen’s European Spa and Salon jeannemaureens.com 405 W Minnesota Park; (985) 345-7000 To create a relaxing ambience, this place provides therapeutic aromas and soothing music, along with a team of massage therapists, estheticians, nail technicians, and cosmetologists to provide a full menu of services.

The spa offers an enormous variety of massages, facials, nail services, waxing, and body treatments, while the salon not only can do all sorts of haircuts, styling, and color, but also specialty hair, makeup, eyelash, and eyebrow treatments.

Paris Parker Salon & Spa parisparker.com 100 E. Thomas Street; (985) 345-7754 This luxurious spa and salon has nine locations around South Louisiana, but it was actually founded right here in Hammond. Their mantra is “be your best self, live your best life®”, and they strive to help their clients achieve this through their impressive menu of services. There are lots of cool and exotic options for facials, massages, and body treatments. For hair, they offer cuts, styles, extensions, color, and texture/treatments, plus waxing and services for lashes, brows, and nails.

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5 Summer Safety Tips As you are well aware, summer is almost here! While, of course, that means tons of fun -- it also means shifting gears to protect yourself and your family against possible seasonal hazards. The team of healthcare providers at Total Family Medical in Robert offers up these five tips to help ensure a fun and safe summer:

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HEAT

Try to avoid midday heat, make sure everyone is drinking plenty of water, and never leave anyone, especially children or the elderly, in a closed car, even for a few minutes.

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WATER

Never allow children near water unattended, and watch them constantly. A child can drown in a mere six inches of water. And always wear life jackets while boating.

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SUNBURN

Be sure to reapply sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher every hour, and after swimming or excessive sweating. Sunburns not only hurt, but they raise your risk of skin cancer.

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MOSQUITOES

Mosquito bites are certainly annoying, but they can also transmit illnesses. Drain standing water around your yard, and be sure to wear insect repellant or long sleeves/pants (if you can handle it) especially at dusk and dawn, when they’re most active.

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POISON IVY

Remember the old adage: “Leaves of three, let it be.” But if you come into contact with poison ivy, avoid touching your face and eyes, be sure to wash thoroughly, and don’t scratch. Seek medical attention in cases of severe reactions.

Even if you’re well-prepared, mishaps happen, right? When you need non-life-threatening medical attention, or if you’re looking to establish an ongoing relationship with a primary care facility, call or visit Total Family Medical at 22601 Hwy 190 E. in Robert. Located on the corner of Highways 190 and 445, across the street from the Robert Supermarket, they are mere minutes from both Hammond and Covington.

Their dynamic team of healthcare providers is always ready to provide excellent care for the whole family, handling everything from primary care and urgent care to women’s health and mental health. They’re currently accepting new patients, and all major insurances, private pay, and Medicaid plans are welcome.

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins are very welcome. The facility is open weekdays from 8:30am-5pm, with convenient Saturday hours from 9am-1pm.

For more information about their staff, list of services, insurance, and any other details, call 985.542.2466 or visit their website at www.totalfamilymedical.com.

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In Search of the Perfect Patio When you think of May, you think of Cinco de Mayo, Mother’s Day, and the coming of summer. These are three excellent reasons to find the perfect patio to celebrate each one of these occasions! Many of Tangipahoa Parish’s fine establishments have patios to satisfy your al fresco needs, and we’ve pulled together a list of some of our favorites.

HAMMOND

PONCHATOULA

Jacmel Inn www.jacmelinn.com 903 E. Morris Avenue (985) 542-0043

Mi Patio Mexican Restaurant 120 N. Baronne Street (985) 370-0006

La Carreta carretarestaurant.com/hammond 108 NW. Railroad Avenue (985) 419-9990 Adobe Restaurant Cantina & Salsa carretarestaurant.com/adobe 1905 W. Thomas Street (985) 419-0027 Cate Street Seafood Station catestreet308.com 308 S. Cate Street (985) 340-3891 Brady’s www.bradysdowntown.com 110 SW Railroad Avenue (985) 542-6333 Mariners Inn themarinersinn.com 117 W. Thomas Street (985) 345-9854

AMITE The Boston Restaurant bostonofamite.com 100 NE. Central Avenue (985) 748-5555

WATERMELON MARGARITA RECIPE

If you prefer a DIY celebration in the comfort of your own home, may we suggest a watermelon margarita? Pick up the popular seasonal fruit at any market or roadside stand to elevate an otherwise standard cocktail by adding freshness and a lovely pink hue.

Ingredients: 2 cups watermelon cubes 1/2 cup sugar 1/4 cup fresh lime juice 1/2 cup water 3/4 cup white or silver tequila 3 wide strips of orange zest Lime wedges Directions Bring sugar, water, and orange zest to a boil in a small saucepan.

Reduce to a simmer and cook until sugar dissolves. Let syrup cool in a bowl. In a blender, puree watermelon cubes until smooth, then strain into a pitcher, yielding about 1 cup of juice.

Stir in syrup, lime juice, and tequila. Dip rims of your glasses in lime juice, then coarse salt to coat. Fill glasses with ice, add margarita mixture, and garnish with lime wedges.

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TOP 5 EVENTS May 5

CINCO DE MAYO CELEBRATION

La Carreta Hammond is hosting its annual “Fiesta Grande” celebrating Mexico’s heritage. They’ll have a full afternoon and evening of live music beginning at 1pm, and of course their full festive food and drink menus.

108 NW Railroad Avenue, 985-370-0930 www.carretarestaurant.com

May 13

GNAR FEST

Gnarly Barley Brewery in Hammond is celebrating their third anniversary from 12pm – 7pm with music, food, and the unveiling of a brand new flagship beer.

1709 Corbin Road, 985-318-0723 gnarlybeer.com

May 18

DOWNTOWN TIL SUNDOWN

This brand new event, happening every third Thursday starting today, encourages visitors to sip, shop, stroll, and get serenaded on the streets of Historic Downtown Hammond. Participating retail stores will remain open until 9pm with exclusive sales, and restaurants will offer food and drink specials.

985-277-5681 dddhammond.com

May 20

3RD ANNUAL RIFF RIDGEL CRAWFISH COOK-OFF

Held on the Tickfaw Festival Grounds from 11am-4pm, this charitable event features all-you-can eat crawfish, a full schedule of live music, and a kids’ tent. Proceeds go to support to families and individuals in the local community that have been affected by a catastrophic accident or illness.

50081 Highway 51, 985-320-4879 riffridgelcrawfishcookoff.com

May 26-27

SWAMP POP MUSIC FESTIVAL

Hidden Oaks Family Campground in Hammond is hosting this hootenanny, featuring food, craft vendors, and live music from Aaron Foret Band, Ross Grisham, Ryan Foret & Foret Tradition, La Rouge, and Natural Satisfaction.

Friday 7-11pm, Saturday 11am-11pm.

21544 Hwy 190E. 985-345-9244, www.hiddenoaksfamilycampground.com

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AT THE MOVIES

Summer is fast approaching, and that means movies galore! The selection can be daunting, so we’ve provided you with previews of some of this month’s biggest blockbusters. Which ones will you go see?

MAY 5 GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY, VOLUME 2

Sylvester Stallone joins Chris Pratt and the rest of the crew in this long-awaited sequel.

Set to the soundtrack of “Awesome Mixtape #2,” the team’s adventures carry on as they unravel the mystery of Peter Quill’s true parentage.

(PG-13)

MAY 12 KING ARTHUR: THE LEGEND OF THE SWORD

Charlie Hunnam stars as Arthur, who is forced to acknowledge his true legacy to reclaim his birthright.

(PG-13)

SNATCHED

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Goldie Hawn and Amy Schumer star as a polar opposite motherdaughter team who have to resolve their differences if they hope to survive a wild jungle adventure.

(R)

MAY 19 ALIEN: COVENANT

In the sixth installment, a crew aboard a spaceship encounters hostile aliens starring Michael Fassbender and James Franco.

(R)

DIARY OF A WIMPY KID: THE LONG HAUL

The wildly popular kids’ book series is back in theaters for the fourth time. In this installment, the Heffley family’s hijinks go mobile when their summer road trip goes terribly, hilariously wrong.

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MAY 26 PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: DEAD MEN TELL NO TALES

This much-anticipated fifth movie in the Pirates series finds Johnny Depp’s Jack Sparrow facing his old nemesis, the evil Captain Salazar (Javier Bardem).

(PG-13)

BAYWATCH

The old 90s slow-motionrunning-on-the-beach TV show makes the leap to the big screen, with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Zac Efron.

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Cinco de Mayo: What’s the Purpose Behind the Party?

Quite literally, Cinco de Mayo means the fifth of May in Spanish, but contrary to popular belief, it’s not Mexico’s Independence Day. In fact, it’s a relatively minor holiday in its country of origin, commemorating the Mexican army’s victory over France in 1862 at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. Yet, somehow, the United States wound up turning it into a wildly popular celebration of Mexican culture and heritage.

Wouldn’t it make more sense for us to celebrate Mexico’s heritage on their Independence Day? Maybe, but that would fall on the very unfestive date of September 16th, and would be called “Dieciseis de Septiembre.” Doesn’t exactly roll off the tongue, does it?

Many cities and towns all around the country hold parades, mariachi music performances, and street festivals on this date, but we can at least depend on Hammond’s La Carreta to host a local fiesta! While the indoor bar and dining areas are very cool, this happening hacienda’s outdoor space is definitely the place to be. Quaintly nestled in the historic downtown area, La Carreta’s patio adds a funky ambience to an otherwise traditional-looking area. In addition to its sidewalk seating, the patio has more seating mixed in with groovy sculptures, lighted trees and landscaping, and babbling water features.

The menu includes all your favorite Mexican dishes and drinks, plus creative cocktails and margaritas spiced up with jalapeno, cilantro, and other festive flavors. They also host live music and food/drink specials throughout the week, and a “Fiesta Grande” event every Cinco de Mayo, complete with live bands, a great menu, and a party atmosphere.

For more information be sure to visit them at carretarestaurant.com/hammond or call (985) 419-9990.

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