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MARCH

30 by Ninety presents “A Few Good Men”

March 9-24, Fridays and Saturdays, 8 p.m.; and Sundays, 2:30 p.m.

Aaron Sorkin’s groundbreaking debut tells the story of a group of military lawyers assigned to defend two Marines in Guantanamo Bay. During the course of the trial, they uncover a high-level conspiracy designed to eliminate weaker soldiers in the name of patriotism. Tickets Adult$22; Senior/Military $20; Student (13+) $17, and $14 for age 12 and under.

880 Lafayette St., Mandeville, (844)843-3090, 30byninety.com

Playmakers Theater presents “Murder at Weatherfield”

March 9-24, Saturdays, 7 p.m.; and Sundays, 2 p.m.

Playmakers Theater of Covington presents the Louisiana premiere of “Murder at Weatherfield”, written and directed by Joe Starzyk. Murder at Weatherfield is a farcical who-done-it which particularly spoofs the style of Agatha Christie. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for students.

19106 Playmakers Rd., Covington, (985) 893-1671, bontempstix.com/ organizations/playmakers-theater-ofcovington.

Slidell St. Patrick’s Day Parade

Sunday, March 10, 1 p.m.

Olde Towne parade, which has been rolling nearly every year since 1974 on the second Sunday in March, features 50+ floats, walking groups, bikes, horses, cars, trucks, dance groups and school bands, and anything else one can push, pull or drag, with throws to include beads and stuffed animals, as well as everything to make a traditional Irish stew.

Starts and ends at Slidell City Hall, Slidell, (985) 641-1105, facebook.com/ OldeTowneSlidell.

St. Patrick’s Day Concert with Four Unplugged

Thursday, March 14, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Bring blankets, chairs or dancing shoes for a free, family-friendly evening around the Trailhead stage, and don’t forget to wear your green! After the concert, explore Downtown Covington after the show. Free off-street parking and public parking ox lots.

419 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, (985) 892-1873, covla.com.

Sunset at the Landing Concert

Friday, March 15, 6-9 p.m.

Bring family, friends and picnics to downtown Covington for Sunset at the Landing, a concert series featuring regional and touring artists performing jazz, bluegrass, folk, blues and more. These are free, outdoor performances and all are encouraged to bring refreshments and chairs or blankets for lawn seating.

100 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 892-1873, sunsetatthelanding.org

Covington St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Celebration

Saturday, March 16, 12-5 p.m.

In addition to its traditional march of CCC members passing out paper flowers in exchange for a kiss and other Irish throws, parade-goers will see bagpipers, dance groups and wolfhounds, and other marching groups. Some restaurants and businesses will host watch parties during and after the parade. The block party taking place at parade end will have lots of free, family fun to keep the celebration going, including bagpipers and live music. The event is free, and there will be food and drinks available for purchase.

Corner of New Hampshire and Rutland Streets, Covington, (985) 892-1873, covingtoncelticclub.com

Chef Soirée

Sunday, March 17, 5-9 p.m.

Bogue Falaya Park in Covington will be transformed into an elegant venue for the Northshore’s premier fundraising event for the Youth Service Bureau. The 40th annual Chef Soirée, presented by Chevron, features tasting-size portions of delicious food and beverages from dozens of Northshore restaurants and food and beverage purveyors, as well as live music on two stages. A highlight of the evening is the drawing of the winning raffle ticket: a new car! Raffle tickets are $25 each. Admission is $145 per person in advance or at the gate.

213 Park Dr., Covington, (985) 893-2570, chefsoiree.com

Mandeville Live! Free Friday Concert Series

Friday, March 22 & April 5, 12, 26; 6:30 p.m.

Grab your blankets and chairs and come to the Mandeville Trailhead for the spring 2024 series, Mandeville Live! Free Fridays concerts. Food trucks and drink concessions available, no outside food or beverages allowed.

675 Lafitte St., Mandeville, (985) 624-3147, cityofmandeville.org

British Motoring Festival

Saturday, March 23, 9 a.m.

The British Motoring Club of New Orleans presents its 32nd annual British Motoring Festival. The show will display a wide assortment of classic and modern British sports cars, saloons (enclosed cars), and motorcycles. The British Motoring Club celebrates the ownership, driving, preservation and interest in British cars and motorcycles.

Covington Trailhead and the Firehouse Events Center, 419 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, (985) 264-3448, bmcno.org

Pelican Park’s Twilight Eggstravaganza

Saturday, March 23, 6 p.m.

Get your baskets and flashlights ready, Pelican Park will be hosting its sixth annual Twilight Eggstravaganza Egg Hunt for children ages 1-12 years. In addition to four fabulous age-specific Easter Egg hunts, you and your child will enjoy a variety of activities and games. Participants should register early to secure their spot because space is limited.

63350 Pelican Dr., Mandeville, www.pelicanpark.com

Rockin’ the Rails Concert

Thursday, March 28 and April 4, 11, 18, 25; 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Bring blankets, fest chairs and dancing shoes to the Covington Trailhead for the Spring 2024 Rockin’ the Rails concert series. The first concert of the season is held in Rev. Peter Atkins Park, 701 N. Tyler St., and all subsequent concerts are held at Covington Trailhead. Performances will include: March 28: Omari Neville (at Rev. Peter Atkins Park); April 4: Wayne Toups; April 11: Molly Hatcher & The Honky Tonk Angels; April 18: The Jump Hounds; and April 25: Bottoms Up. Food or drink sales also may be available; if not, guests may bring ice chests/picnics/ adult beverages if they wish.

419 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, (985) 892-1873, http://www.covla.com

Columbia Street Block Party

Friday, March 29, 6-9 p.m.

This free family event features classic car enthusiasts displaying their “pride and joy” over four blocks in Covington’s historic St. John District. Check out local shops and restaurants, and live and DJ music in many of the downtown entertainment venues.

200-500 Blocks of Columbia St., Covington, (985) 892-1873, covla.com

Covington Easter Eggstravaganza

Saturday, March 30, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Bring your little ones for some Easter fun to the City of Covington’s annual spring kids’ event at the Covington Trailhead. The event includes Easter-themed arts and crafts for kids, a petting zoo and Easter egg hunt. The Kiwanis Club will have a youth health fair and more.

419 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, (985) 892-1873, covla.com

Olde Towne Slidell Spring Street Fair

March 30-31, 10 a.m.-5 p.m

Celebrating its 43rd year in 2024, the Slidell Spring Street Fair is an annual, twoday family event held on the last weekend in March in and around Griffith Park and ranging over six blocks of the Olde Towne area of Slidell. The festival features over 200 booths of antiques, collectibles, arts and crafts, and antique shops, plus great food and live music on three stages.

Slidell, (985) 265-4551, slidellstreetfair.com

Abita Springs Whole Town Garage Sale

Saturday, March 30, 8 a.m.

If you enjoy garage sales and flea markets, and the ambiance of a small town celebration, don’t miss one of Louisiana’s largest “garage sale” events, Abita Springs’ Whole Town Garage Sale. Hundreds of people in the Abita Springs area all have their garage on the same day, and people from all over the region come to find great deals and a good time.

Vendors set up around the town and at Town Hall, and residents participate with individual private sales at their homes throughout town that day. The event is rain or shine.

Abita Springs, (985) 871-5327, trailheadmuseum.org/whole-towngarage-sale

The Lobby Lounge @ The Harbor Center: Paul Childers

Tuesday, April 2, 7-9 p.m.

Join your friends at The Harbor Center in Slidell for the next “Up Close and Musical” concert at The Lobby Lounge, featuring Paul Childers. The concert series features nationally touring acts throughout the year, focusing on artists from the worlds of indie rock, folk, country, jazz, blues and more. Performances are acoustic or lightly amplified, in a Bohemian-style, smokefree, 124-seat venue. Tickets are $20-$100.

100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell, (985) 781-3650, eventbrite.com/e/paulchilders-live-at-the-lobby-loungetickets-742543506617

Covington Heritage Foundation’s Farm to Table

Saturday, April 6

The Covington Heritage Foundation presents Farm to Table, a special dining event. The Covington Heritage Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to preserve the city’s culture, character and community. The festival is coordinated with the support of the City’s Department of Cultural Arts and Events.

Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, (985) 892-1873, covingtonheritagefoundation.com

HERPS Reptile & Exotic Pet Show

April 6-7

Buy or browse thousands of reptiles, amphibians, inverts, feeders, supplies and more in this two-day event. Check out the educational section for a hands-on experience with some of the most exotic reptiles and animals on the planet. One day pass: $10 for adults, $5 for children 5-12,

Children 4 and under FREE. Two day pass: $15 for adults, $8 for children 5-12, Children 4 and under FREE.

100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell, (214) 7088305, herpshow.net

Jazz’n the Vines Concert: Amanda Shaw

Saturday, April 6, 6:30-9p.m.

Jazz’n the Vines concerts at Wild Bush Farm & Vineyard are back for spring 2024! A springtime tradition at the winery, The Northshore’s own Amanda Shaw returns with her exceptional fiddle playing and upbeat personality that are sure to have everyone smiling and tapping their feet, making for a great night. Tickets are $12 per person. Children are welcome, and free under 12. Pontchartrain Vineyards wines are available for tasting and purchase, and local food trucks will be serving up some good eats. Picnic baskets are welcome, though no outside alcohol permitted. Bring your fest chairs, blankets and battery powered candles, but no bonfires, pets, sky lanterns or canopies.

81250 Old Military Rd., Bush, (985) 8929742, wildbushfarmandvineyard.com

GSQA Quilt Show

April 12-13, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

The Gulf States Quilting Associating presents the 20th Quilt Show at The Harbor Center.

The event begins with three days of quilt judging followed by the public showing. There will be over 300 judged quilts on display with ribbons and prizes awarded. The Merchants Mall will include vendors from all over the US, including scissor sharpening, sewing thread, fabric, woven baskets and more. Shop the Quilter’s Craft Boutique with handmade creations by GSQA members.

Adult admission is $12 for one day and $15 for two day pass; children under 12 is $5. 100 Harbor Center, Blvd., Slidell, GSQAQuiltShow2024@gmail.com, gulfstatesquilting.org/quilt-show

Abita Springs En Plein Air Exhibition 2024

April 12-14

Abita Springs En Plein Air Exhibition, featuring 75-90 paintings of Louisiana landscapes made by artists on location (“in the open air”) during the current year. Admission is free. An opening reception will be held in the museum from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, where free food, wine and Abita Beer will be served. The show and sale continues Saturday and Sunday; collectors are encouraged to attend the opening, as this is when most paintings are sold.

Abita Springs Trailhead Museum, 22044 Main St., Abita Springs, (985) 400-5393, trailheadmuseum.org/en-plein-air

Spring for Art

Saturday, April 13, 6-9 p.m.

The St. Tammany Art Association and Covington businesses present Spring for Art 2024, is a free festival celebrating music, art and performing arts held in the streets of the city’s historic downtown district. Enjoy the live music, art in a variety of media, student art show, performances, dining and shopping at participating locations.

320 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 892-8650, sttammany.art

Crawfish Cookin’ for a Cause

Saturday, April 13, 11 a.m.-5p.m.

Revel in the sunshine and breezes of the Mandeville lakefront at Crawfish Cookin’ for a Cause, the 14th annual fundraising event by the Northshore Community Foundation for local charities. Enjoy loads of tasty crawfish and all the fixin’s as boiling teams compete for bragging rights, as judged by local celebrities, peers, and you! Admission is $40 in advance, $45$50 at the gate for ages 13 and up, free for kids 12 and under. At last year’s event, boiling teams made a record-breaking 7,000 pounds of crawfish, all consumed before 3 p.m., so be sure to arrive on time!

1545 Lakeshore Dr., Mandeville, (985) 8938757, classy.org/event/crawfish-cookinfor-a-cause/e554778/register/new/ select-tickets

20th Annual Girls Health Day

Saturday, April 13, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Lakeview Hospital, in collaboration with the Junior League of Greater Covington will host the 20th Annual Girls Health Day. The event is designed for girls ages 8-14 and their mothers or guardians. This years fair aims to educate girls and mothers or guardians on topics related to health and social issue, with relevant talks and demonstrations on internet safety, hazards of vaping and tobacco use, safe dating, social media education, mental illness, puberty and changes to expect, sexual health, and healthy eating, along with ongoing fitness demonstrations. Participants can take advantage of free health screenings, including visions, and scoliosis screenings, BMI measurements and dental hygiene. They can also be a "Doctor for the Day" by experiencing a simulated surgery activity using the Da Vinci Robot. Door prizes and giveaways will be available to all attendees. talks and demonstrations to explore their overall health and mental well-being. Registration fee is $5. Reservations are required for this event.

95 Judge Tanner Blvd., Covington, (985) 867-3900, jlgc.net.

Bhakti Farms Yoga Fest

April 19-21

The three-day festival welcomes entertainers, talented local food and beverage vendors, healing arts services and yoga classes with music and live art performances. Retail vendors will sell their holistic remedies. There’s planned activities for kids include crafts, music and a scavenger hunt. The festival kicks off Friday with yoga classes and live music in the afternoon, and Saturday is the biggest day, offering 10+ yoga classes, lectures, cold plunge, kettle bell workouts, and music and live art performances. Primitive and RV camping is available from Friday at 12 p.m. until 4 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $10-$250.

79468 Keating Rd., Covington, (985) 7186262, Bhaktifarms.com

Northshore Garden & Plant Show

April 19-20, 9a.m.-3p.m.

The Northshore Garden & Plant Show presented by the St. Tammany Master Gardeners Association will be held at the St. Tammany Parish Fairgrounds in Covington. You will find plant material, outdoor furniture, and garden art as well as vendors specializing in roses, native plants, day lilies, vegetables, shrubs and trees. There will be educational speakers, children’s activities, and food concessions. An expert will be on hand to answer questions.

Admission is $5.00 for adults and free for children under 18. For information, contact the LSU AgCenter office in Covington.

1304 N. Columbia St., Covington, (985) 875-2635, stpmga@gmail.com, stmastergardener.org

Covington Antiques & Uniques Festival

April 20-21, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Covington Heritage Foundation will host the 9th annual Covington Antiques and Uniques Festival at and around the Covington Trailhead. The two-day, juried, free event will showcase more than 50 vendors displaying an eclectic mix of antique furnishings, period collectibles, architectural salvage, silversmithing and vintage-inspired fine arts and crafts, as well as food and live music throughout the weekend. The Covington Heritage Foundation is a 501(c) (3) organization whose mission is to preserve the city’s culture, character and community. Founded in 2015, the festival is coordinated with the support of the City’s Department of Cultural Arts and Events. Free

419 N. New Hampshire Street, Covington, (985) 892-1873, sbonnett@covla.com, covingtonheritagefoundation. com

St. Tammany Collectors Con

April 20, 10:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m.; April 21, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The St. Tammany Collectors Convention invites you to join your fellow comics and gaming aficionados, cosplayers, artists, and fans at Mandeville’s Castine Center at Pelican Park. The event is open to the public. St. Tammany Collectors Con is the only event of its kind on the Northshore. You’ll find over 150 tables and booths consisting of toys, comics, books, video games, nerd merch, fanfare, cosplay, special guests, and more. Plus, costume contests for all ages with prizes. Adults $8 in advance, $10 at the door; Children 12 & under, free. VIP available on a limited basis.

63350 Pelican Drive, Mandeville, sttammanycollectorscon@ gmail.com, StTammanyCollectorsCon. com

Maritime Music & Art Festival

April 20, 10 a.m. –10 p.m.

Maritime Museum Louisiana presents the 3rd annual Maritime Music & Art Festival, an event to benefit the museum at Madisonville Ball Park. The festival features booths by artists from across the region, food trucks and live music all day. Lawn chairs and blankets welcome, but please, no ice chests, outside food, no glass, and no pets. The event benefits Maritime Museum Louisiana, formerly known as the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum, whose mission is to bring Louisiana’s maritime history to life. Located on the banks of the scenic Tchefuncte River in Madisonville, Maritime Museum Louisiana takes you on a historic journey through Louisiana’s unique maritime history through interpretive programs, exhibits and publications. For more information, contact Memory Green at the museum. Admission is $20 for ages 13 and up, free for ages 12 and under.

1007 Pine St., Madisonville, (985) 845-9200, info@ maritimemuseumlouisiana.org, maritimemuseumlouisiana.org/ music-and-art-festival

Folsom Scenic Rivers Art Festival

April 21, 3-7 p.m.

The Giddy Up Folsom and Far Horizons Art Gallery presents the 4th Annual Scenic Rivers Art Festival. It’s a day filled with live music, local food, artisan booths and an open gallery exhibit by local artists. Free

82286 LA-25, Folsom, (985) 705-1091, giddyupfolsom@gmail.com, giddyupgrounds.com.