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30 Years of Sophisticated Woman Magazine .............19 Northshore’s Top Dentists ......................9 Summer in the South— White Linen Outfit Ideas ......................25

ENTERPRISING WOMAN Chelsea Segura— The Little Gym of the Northshore ..................................... 22

TOP DENTISTS Camellia City Family Dentistry— 65 Years of Quality Care .....................................................9 Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence— Giving Hope for Oral Health .............................................10 Nathan Brown, M.D., DMD— Not Just Taking Out a Tooth ...............................................12

HEALTH & FITNESS FITCAMP Training Studios — A Practical Approach to Achieving the Best You................6 Dr. Robert Benson— Beach Bummers ................................................................... 11 Dr. David Tran— What Can Exercise Do for You? ....................................... 24

LEGAL & FINANCE Ronda M. Gabb— Immediate Access to Decedent’s Assets ............................31

BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE Gardening— Summer’s Heat Can Be Inspirational.................................14 Foodies and Friends—Stirred Not Shaken: The Louisiana Craft Cocktail ..............................................16 Recipes— Blueberry Basil Vodka Martini ...........................................17 Old Fashioned Louisiana Style ..........................................17 Dr. Mary W. Speed— Memories of Writing for SW .............................................18 Fashion Editor’s Picks— Summer in the South .......................................................... 25

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Book Review— Yellow Crocus................................................................... 30 Home Feature— French Connection ...........................................................32

COMMUNITY Associate Publisher’s Note ...................................................5 Notes & Notables ...............................................................13 30 Years of Sophisticated Woman Magazine ..........19 Kids Being Kids ....................................................................28 Sophisticated Social ........................................................... 36 Shopping Scene ................................................................. 37 August Events ...................................................................... 40 30 Things We Love About the Northshore ...................... 42

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Behind the Scenes with Chelsea Segura:

We met up with Chelsea at About Face of Mandeville as she prepped for her photo shoot with the help of Natalie Cogan and Heather Arthur. As Natalie applied her make up, we got the chance to know a different side of Chelsea.

SW: What does your usual day consist of ? CS: A nice long walk in the morning with my dog,

Bourré, before work. Then, I head to work where I teach classes all morning. After lunch, I head home to do behind the scenes work for The Little Gym. I usually wrap it up with some house chores and another long walk with Mr. B before dinner! I love to go to bed early!

Publisher Joanne Gallinghouse Associate Publisher Sarah Cottrell Editor Anna LeDonne Art Director Dianne Waller Graphic Designer/Staff Photographer Claire Thomas Senior Account Executive Gwen Anderson Account Executives Anna LeDonne and Lisa Jones Fashion Editor Patty Beal Distribution/Circulation Manager Katherine Nelson Intern Nick Salvetti Contributing Writers Maria D’Antonio, Lisa Ribbeck Lyons, Jo Ripoll, Jan Robert, Dr. Mary Speed and Jill Willie Contributing Photographers Timothy Dunford, Zoe Levert and Steve Randon Production Gallinghouse Marketing + Creative

SW: Of what accomplishment are you most proud? CS: Being asked to serve on the Big Hearts Board at The Little Gym International to raise money for Serious Fun Children’s Network!

For more fun behind the scenes photos and interview answers, visit our website, SophisticatedWoman.com.

SW: If you were stranded on a desert island and could only take three things, what three things would you take with you? CS: A yacht, my boyfriend, Tren (to drive the boat, duh) and sunscreen!

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sary, 30 years! I am so proud to be a part of the story. The magazine has continued to expand and change to reflect the evolution of the area. We are always listening to what our readers are looking for and have added more fashion, with clothes chosen from locally owned stores by our fashion editor Patty Beal. We feature our very popular home tour each month to take our readers into homes on the Northshore and our resident foodie blogger, Jan Robert has brought Sophisticated Woman’s website into the future of online magazine publication. To see more about our 30 year journey please go to page 19. It was a fun walk down memory lane for us all and we hope you enjoying seeing some of our milestones. As we enter our fourth decade of publishing, we are excited to launch our newest publication, Sophisticated Wedding Magazine; this annual publication will coincide with our Sophisticated Weddings Bridal Show to be held at the Southern Hotel on September 27. For more information about becoming a vendor at the show or to buy tickets, call our office at 985-893-7350. In closing, I would like to thank Joanne Gallinghouse for giving me this wonderful opportunity and believing in me when I told her that, “I was her girl” to run her publishing company. Also thank you to the great team that I get to work with every day. Looking forward to many more years to come!

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FITCAMP

Training Studios A Practical Approach to Achieving the Best You WRITTEN BY ANNA LEDONNE

AS A SINGLE mother of three and owner of an expanding business, Ingrid Rinck knows what it feels like to put your own health last on the list of a long line of priorities. “Making time to wash your hair or shave your legs can be a struggle, not to mention making time to actually go to the gym or prepare a healthy meal,” Ingrid says. This is what originally inspired the idea behind FITCAMP, a place where women would want to go at the end of the day for an upbeat calorie-burning workout and a sense of camaraderie. Over the past five years, this idea has blossomed into a successful business, trumpeted by its many happy clients. For example, Lauren Davis, a mother of two under the age of three, wondered if she’d ever be able to get out of her post-baby weight loss plateau, “FITCAMP was my answer. The location, affordability and creative variety of classes was an immediate fit for me. I am down 30 pounds in five months and never looking back!” she said. Six-week programs, no contracts and effective, original choreographed workouts like Glow in the Dark Hip Hop and Party Step keep people motivated, having fun and losing weight. However, even with over 17 years of personal training experience, Ingrid is not impervious to the health obstacles that women face on a daily basis. Between the success and growth of her business and the birth of her third child, Ingrid’s weight had climbed to over 200 pounds and she found herself making the same excuses she tells her clients not to use. “I finally decided to use the tools at my disposal and make a change. It’s like I always tell my clients, you need to be emotionally and mentally ready to do something about it.” Embracing this mindset, Ingrid has subsequently lost over 120 pounds in eight months. “It’s wonderful to be able to physically embody your philosophy and show people, it really does work! It can be done if you want to.” One major hurdle women face when trying to lose weight is what they’re eating and the time to make it. “You have to take in fewer calories than you are burning in order to lose weight.

It’s that simple,” Ingrid explains, “A calorie restricted program for weight loss allows the body to burn calories from your fat storage. But it is often difficult to prepare meals for the week when you don’t know what to cook or you don’t have time to do it.” Another seemingly simple problem has inspired another solution—Sensible Portions meals. Sensible Portions meals are all portioned at 1000 calories (or 1300 calories for men), the ideal calorie count for weight loss. Each week the meals are different, but you will receive three meals per day for five days, and the kicker is—it’s only $80 per week. That’s probably less than the money you would spend buying all of the food at the grocery. Dina Carbello lost four pounds in her first three days on the meal plan, “I was on another much more expensive meal plan and lost no weight, I am so grateful Ingrid offers an affordable meal plan that actually works.”

These simple, non-gourmet meals are designed by a master trainer with years of nutritional experience and picked up on Sundays at one of three convenient locations in Mandeville, Metairie or Baton Rouge. Ingrid revealed, “The meal plans used to be ‘our little secret’ at FITCAMP and only available to my clients. But I want to make weight loss easy and affordable for everyone, so you don’t have

to be a member to try Sensible Portions.” Ingrid personally speaks with every single person before they begin her workout program or meal plan. In fact, the protocol to begin her meal plan is simply to text her cell phone, “I’m ready” which will put you on the top of her list to call, answer any questions you might have and set you up for your meals. It’s this personal attention to detail that sets Ingrid and her trainers apart from the rest. All trainers at FITCAMP were once clients, at one-time struggling and ultimately coming to optimum fitness. These trainers, like Ingrid, are inspired by their own journey to bring others to their weight-loss goals. With so many people seeing quick and lasting results, FITCAMP has piqued the interest of neighboring communities. “We want to empower everyone to take control of their health, which is why we are bringing FITCAMP

to Metairie, Baton Rouge and Covington.” The Metairie location is set to open August 10 with Baton Rouge following September 29 and a Covington location November 9. “Sometimes when you put your family and work first, you put your self last,” Ingrid says. That’s why FITCAMP and Sensible Portions’ primary goal is to motivate you to prioritize your health. “When you start seeing results and feeling better about yourself, there is no limit to what you can achieve. As a single mom and entrepreneur, the odds were stacked against me, but if I can do it, so can you.” FITCAMP Training Studios is located at 105 Campbell Avenue, Ste. 3 in Mandeville with Metairie, Baton Rouge and Covington locations opening soon. Call 985-290-9757 (Ingrid’s cell) for more information, or visit them on facebook at facebook.com/fitcampbodies.

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Sex Offender Mapping See a map of all registered sex offenders in your neighborhood.

Visit www.stpso.com and click on the sex offenders link at the top of the page.

Domestic Violence Assistance Our full-time domestic violence investigator personally follows up with every victim, working closely with Safe Harbor to ensure victims get the help they need.

If you or someone you know is a victim of domestic violence, do not remain silent. Call Detective Chad Risey, 985-726-7849.

Our Lady Beware class offers training in situational awareness, danger avoidance strategies and practical application of defensive tactics. National and local crime statistics along with Louisiana laws pertaining to selfdefense and firearms ownership are presented by certified instructors. In-depth discussions occur during all phases of the class. Participants will experience live action scenarios and undergo firearms familiarization. The class is open to St. Tammany residents 18 years of age and older, (14 years of age and older with accompanying parent). Each class meets for a total of three sessions (two Saturdays and a Monday evening) with one of the Saturday sessions being an optional live fire at the STPSO Firing Range. A firearm is NOT REQUIRED to attend, but if you own a handgun, we encourage you to bring it so STPSO staff may inspect them and provide you with safety and usage tips.

To register, call our Training Division, 985-863-6500.

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NORTHSHORE’S TOP DENTISTS

Camellia City Family Dentistry

ABOVE: Pam Biggs, Dr. Stephen Tomaszewski, Sue Brandt and Jennifer Charbonnet are dedicated to the care and comfort of their patients at Camellia City Family Dentistry.

65 YEARS OF QUALITY CARE WRITTEN BY ANNA LEDONNE PHOTOS BY NICK SALVETTI

DR. STEPHEN TOMASZEWSKI’S

patients at Camellia City Family Dentistry in Slidell have come to expect a high level of excellence over the past 65 years. Continuing the tradition of providing quality care in a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere, Dr. Steve and his staff focus on continued education, top-level care and lasting relationships with their patients and the community. In fact, many of their patients return across generations with entire families receiving dental care from Camellia City Family Dentistry. “Our team has experience and commitment that makes us unique—year after year, patients in our practice see the same faces and enjoy a consistent, high level of professionalism and service,” says Dr. Steve. Camellia City truly is a family practice. After working for a number of years with his father Dr. James Tomaszewski, Dr. Steve assumed sole operation of the practice in 2010. As only the third dentist at the practice in over 65 years, he followed in the footsteps of his mentors and continues an approach of providing quality care in a comfortable environment. “Our team focuses on our patients to provide them with the best dental care and follow up to ensure

they are completely satisfied with the services they received,” Pam Biggs, a hygienist in the practice for over 22 years, explains. The dedication of long-term employees, like Pam, is essential to building lasting relationships with their patients. A native of Slidell, Dr. Steve knew from a young age he was interested in the dental field. He graduated from LSU School of Dentistry in 2004 and began his career serving his country in the U.S. Navy. Stationed in Okinawa, Japan, Dr. Steve completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD). “The experience allowed me to gain more perspective into general dentistry, the comprehensive care model and a broad range of experience in forms of treatment,” Dr. Steve recalled. He was later deployed to Pakistan in a humanitarian mission and then stationed in Florida before returning to Louisiana and Camellia City in 2007. Presently, he is a member of multiple continuing education groups including The Lake Pontchartrain Study Club and the Slidell Spear Study Club. In addition, he is a part-time associate clinical professor at the LSU School of Dentistry, where his father also teaches

full-time. “It is important to stay current with all forms of technology as well as new ideas, and teaching is a gateway to that,” Dr. Steve explains. Between these three activities, he stays current seeing experts, exchanging knowledge and analyzing case studies on a monthly basis. Whether providing dental care for children or adults, cosmetic care or complex treatment, Dr. Steve uses innovative materials and techniques making Camellia City Family Dentistry more efficient, comfortable and accurate while being less invasive. Camellia City Family Dentistry is located at 1275 7th Street in Slidell. For more information, you can call 985-641-4444 or visit their website, ccfdentistry.com.

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Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence

Giving Hope for Oral Health WRITTEN BY ANNA LEDONNE

OVER THE PAST 20 years, Dr. Charles A. Schof of the Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence has been a part of the evolution of the dental field and one of the most exciting changes he has seen in his career is the affordability and availability of dental implants. For many people with serious dental problems, a chance at optimum oral health can feel hopeless. Dr. Schof gives patients with otherwise bleak outlooks a chance at a healthy smile through dental implants. “It is wonderful that we now have affordable options to treat patients with severely broken down dentitions,” Dr. Schof explained, “Dental implants have opened the doors for a number of problems involving broken down dentition.” Sara Jo Dorland, a dental assistant and office manager, has had problems with her teeth since her early twenties. A combination of hasty tooth removal and hereditary bone loss left the dentists she worked for in Denver and Grand Rapids perplexed. “I was told I had the bone of an 80-year-old woman and there was nothing that could be done,” Sara Jo explained, “There were so many quick fixes that didn’t work. I had a bridge on my top teeth that would 10 Sophisticated Woman | August 2015

break once a year and a partial denture that would move around.” It was not until January 2014 when she consulted with Dr. Schof, that Sara Jo knew she had any other options. “I was always embarrassed to go to the dentist. He and his staff took the time to go over all of the options with me. When Dr. Schof told me he could replace all of my teeth with dental implants, I was nervous and excited. This was the first time anyone had given me hope!” Cristi Hymel also came to see Dr. Schof feeling discouraged. “I had been with another dentist for over 30 years. When he retired, he recommended I go to his own dentist, Dr. Schof. I was having problems with a loose crown and upper plate, which both needed drastic replacement. I was unsure about dental implants because I didn’t have the faintest idea as to what it involved, but Dr. Schof spent a lot of time on the details—I decided to do something permanent rather than temporary before it became a serious health problem.” “Dental implants have become the gold standard for tooth replacement,” says Dr. Schof. With dental implant success at 98.5 percent

at 10 years, this far outperforms any other options. Both Cristi and Sara Jo reported the same feelings of renewed self-confidence and improved comfort and ability to eat following their decision to receive dental implants. “I can’t recommend Dr. Schof and his staff highly enough!” raves Cristi, “They were constantly checking in and calling on weekends to see how I was doing, and my results are beautiful, they speak for themselves.” Sara Jo just recently finished her final procedure for tooth replacement, “It’s only been a week so far, but already it has given me my life back. I’m not embarrassed to smile any more, I can eat anything I want. My dental implants feel better than my real teeth ever did. It took eight years to find someone I trusted but it’s been the best decision I ever made.” Dr. Charles A. Schof is a member of the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, The American Dental Assoc. and has received Mastership Status from the Academy of General Dentistry. Mandeville Center for Dental Excellence, 240 Dalwill Dr., Mandeville, 985-626-4401 or visit charlesschof.com.

health Beach Bummers ONCE, A LAWYER came into my office with an unusual problem—a perfectly circular ring of dark pigment on his abdomen. He’d recently spent a week vacationing in the Caribbean. I asked (rhetorically), “Did you, by chance, drink any margaritas?” Believe it or not, he had! The dark circle was pigmentation caused by a reaction between the tropical sun and lime juice which had dripped down the side of the glass while resting on his abdomen, forming a perfect ring. Here are a few suggestions for other, more serious and painful conditions encountered at the beach: Jellyfish stings result from tiny pods of poison within their tentacles, which attach to the skin. Remove the tentacles by scraping with a credit card or similar sharp edge, then bathe in salt water and/or apply vinegar or baking soda made into paste with saltwater or seawater. Do not rub the site or use fresh water as it activates the poison. Sting ray wounds are also common and result usually from stepping on a ray buried in the sand. The intense pain can be remedied by flushing with hot water, whether from a tap or from the out-flowing “pisser” on an outboard motor, after which medical attention should be sought.

One of the most notorious coastal water maladies is a bacterium called vibrio vulnificus. One of the most notorious coastal water maladies is a bacterium called vibrio vulnificus. It is contracted through a break in the skin, such as a laceration or puncture wound, and quickly causes a red, hot, painful, blistering rash. If a victim has a compromised immune system, such as a chemotherapy patient, this can be fatal; so an open skin wound should mean no surf until the wound heals!

Dr. Robert Benson is a board-certified dermatologist and experienced cosmetic surgeon with dermatology offices in Ponchatoula (985-370-7546) and Covington (985-898-7999). QnA Cosmetic Surgery (985-370-1QnA) provides advanced laser and cosmetic treatments performed by Dr. Benson. Call or visit BensonDerm.com.

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Nathan Brown,

MD, DMD

Not Just Taking Out a Tooth WRITTEN BY MARIA D’ANTONIO PHOTO BY NICK SALVETTI

A ROUTINE TOOTH REMOVAL

requires careful attention to detail and fine technique. Steps must be taken to ensure the patient has a comfortable recovery and that the surrounding teeth and bone will not be adversely affected. This is why Dr. Nathan Brown approaches each procedure, no matter how “routine” or simple, with utmost care. Dr. Brown credits his attentiveness to the finer details learned during his years at dental school that followed his career in medical school. “It’s one of the things dentists are good at,” he said, “They worry about the fine details.” However, it’s not only his precision that makes him stand out among other surgeons; rather, it’s how he melds his experiences from both medicine and dentistry. It’s his medical training that has taught him the values of thoroughness and looking at the whole patient, from head to toe. If a patient arrives complaining of a toothache or a cyst in their jaw, Dr. Brown explores all possible outcomes, not just the most likely diagnosis. “I don’t just focus on that problem and move on,” he commented, “I always evaluate the whole patient, and look for everything else that it could potentially be.” “I’m a hybrid of the two,” said Dr. Brown of his expertise. “I’m a medical doctor who bridges into dentistry. I’m a dentist who bridges into medicine.” Despite having the latest technology in both of his offices at Northlake Oral & Facial Surgery, including the most up-do-date anesthesia monitors, CT Scanners, the latest dental implant technology such as titanium tooth roots and proteins that grow bone, the real credit is due to his excellence as an oral surgeon. “The technology is only as good as the practitioner,” he said. “The technology does not make the doctor; the doctor makes the technology.” Training in both medical and dental fields, followed by a four year residency in oral surgery, as well as experience, has honed his skills and helped him stand out as an oral surgeon and utilize the newest technology in its most efficient manner. The most important and most inspiring part of his career is his patients. It’s why Dr. Brown

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“I’m a medical doctor who bridges into dentistry. I’m a dentist who bridges into medicine.” spends the time explaining each procedure to alleviate their anxiety and remains available to them twenty-four seven. Each patient gets his cell phone number so they can call after hours with questions or concerns. “The goal is that every single patient is taken care of. I spend a lot of time with my patients,” he stated. He has achieved that goal. From surgeries so complex that they require an entire day to complete, to surgeries so routine they seem mundane to the general

populace, Dr. Brown is sure to use his skills to ensure the best experience and care of the patient. “Surgical skill is not just knowing the steps of how to perform a procedure,” he said. “It’s knowing how to avoid injury and optimize outcomes; these are the fine points.” Northlake Oral & Facial Surgery’s Mandeville office, 4600 Highway 22, Suite 4, can be contacted at 985-624-8877. The Slidell location, 1271 Seventh Street, can be reached at 985-643-1010. For more information visit northlakeofs.com.

Local moms held a stroller walk meet up to celebrate the first Northshore American Heart Association designated walking path, located at Lakeview Regional Medical Center. The path is free and open to the public.

Now That’s a Fish

Area Groundbreaking Parish President Pat Brister joined in the DOTD groundbreaking ceremonies for I–10 repairs project in Slidell.

St. Tammany Parish invites residents to mark the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina on Saturday, August 29, 2015 at 7:30 P.M. in Olde Town Slidell for +10 — A Decade of Resiliency. The event, which will follow the City of Slidell’s 7 P.M. Katrina Ceremony at the Slidell Municipal Auditorium, will applaud the grace and strength of purpose of our residents in the aftermath of the storm.

The East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce held its Jazzin’ Up the Chamber fundraiser at the Northshore Harbor Center in Slidell. Pictured are the Chamber’s staff front row: CEO Dawn Sharpe-Brackett, JoBeth Kavanaugh, Jamie Dakin; back row: Anita Bruno, Ann Boswer and Laura Colvin BELOW: Bill Davis,winner of the $10,000 raffle.

When Ponchatoula resident Peter Cazeaux went fishing at the St. Tammany Fishing Pier, he never expected to pull in a 30-pound Bull Drum!

Digging in the Dirt Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West and St. Tammany Master Gardeners joined in a morning of family volunteering to help start gardens at four homes in Mandeville.

Professional Women of St. Tammany Installed 2015-2016 board members: Rachal Kane, Treasurer; Sharon Bilbe, Secretary; Sheila Gunderson, President; Aimee Dodds, VP of Membership; Stephanie Miller Murphy, VP of Programs; Jill Stoltz, President Elect. Sophisticated Woman | August 2015 13

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Gardening Summer’s Heat Can Be Inspirational WRITTEN BY LISA RIBBECK LYONS

Our Mission: To Promote, Restore & Maintain Mental Health & Wellness Jefferson Oaks Behavioral Health has been a leader in the field of mental health care and substance abuse in Louisiana since our opening in 2004. Since our inception one decade ago, our mission of health, hope and healing has guided us in providing quality and comprehensive individualized mental health care to each of our patients. Our goal is to provide our patients with the proper structure and tools necessary for stabilization and continued personal growth. PROGRAMS & TREATMENT • Partial Hospitalization Program • Intensive Outpatient Program • Psychosocial Assessments • Addiction Services & Interventions

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AUGUST HAS ARRIVED and guess what?! We are halfway through the summer heat! August is really a month the reluctant gardener hates to be in the yard. Hot, humid and buggy— hopefully you have kept up with your chores and can now just enjoy the blooms and watch the sprinkler spew rainbow droplets on your thirsty lawn and garden. Why not take a day trip with the family or a friend to a beautiful garden you do not have to maintain? There are so many in our area and what a perfect way to gather ideas for your own summer garden in 2016! Let’s talk about a few places that are sure to provide a fun, relaxing day for you. New Orleans Botanical Garden—located in City Park on the Southshore, the Botanical Garden is full of beauty and plants. You will see thousands of plants from all over the world, live oaks, water features and even an indoor solarium. When you tire of all the garden has to offer, stroll over to the lagoon for a boat ride or get a cool drink at Morning Call. The Garden is open 10 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Tuesday–Sunday, but closed on Monday.

Longue Vue House and Gardens—also in New Orleans, off Metairie Road, this landmark home will truly amaze you. The gardens were started in 1935, but the home was not completed until 1942. Renowned landscaper, Ellen Shipman, worked on that garden until her death in 1950. Edith and Edgar Stern, owners of the home, made a lifetime commitment to making their home a place of beauty inside and out and sharing their love of Nature with their community. Opened in 1998, the Discovery Garden is a place of education for children and adults as well. Hours are Sunday 1–5 p.m. and Monday–Saturday 10 a.m.–5 p.m.

Houmas House Plantation and Gardens— Stunning gardens abound here year round. Wonderful examples of Louisiana plant life, as well as exotic plants, will be sure to inspire you with ideas for your own backyard. Sit under the oaks or stroll around many beautiful water features. Don’t miss out on the plantation and a cool drink from the restaurant. About an hour and 15 minute drive away, but well worth it. Open 7 days a week, 9–7 p.m. What are you waiting for? Plan that day trip and get inspired and ready for fall. Don’t forget to take some pictures of the things that appeal to you most. You will return home with ideas and insight into how to make your own garden even more special. Email your gardening questions and comments to Lisa at shakeslyons@aol.com.

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Stirred Not Shaken: The Louisiana Craft Cocktail WRITTEN BY JAN ROBERT

ALTHOUGH I WAS pretty lousy at chemistry, I always wanted a chemistry set. You remember what I am talking about. Those really cool kits that came neatly packaged with the beakers and test tubes and little glass pipettes and a microscope. Even the words associated with chemistry had sex appeal: osmosis and diffusion, solvents and solutes, acids, bases and combustion. I always imagined myself precipitating a chemical reaction dressed in a white lab coat standing over a Bunsen burner with some concoction bubbling and hissing wildly as I stirred and chanted some voodoo prayer. Never did get that chemistry set. 16 Sophisticated Woman | August 2015

But now, I have discovered that I can practice chemistry with my friends in my own kitchen. And we can consume our concoctions. And not die. In fact, we may even feel better. I am referring to the craft cocktail, brewery and distillery movement that has swept across the country in recent years and has a strong presence on the Northshore in our local bars and restaurants. Craft brew houses are prolific. The Barley Oak and Old Rail Brewing in Mandeville, the granddaddy of them all, Abita Brewery, and the Covington Brewhouse have earned local and national recognition. Louisiana entrepreneurs at New Orleans Rum, Bayou Rum and

Rougaroux are true locavores and use only Louisiana grown sugar cane and other local products to distill and age their premium small batch rums. And, how many American cities have their own signature cocktail? New Orleans has the Sazerac, which has remained unchanged since 1874 and holds the distinct honor of being declared the official cocktail of the city. The entire process of creating the perfect Louisiana summer cocktail enraptures me. From making the oversized ice cubes, to the preparation of infused fruit syrups, muddled herbs and shrubs, to the mixing of other local ingredients resulting in the beguiling summer cocktail. I love the blackberry basil infused vodka cocktail at Lola in Covington. Using local seasonal blueberries and homegrown basil, I have concocted a knock off basil blueberry infused drink that will satisfy your thirst on a hot summer night. Meet the Blueberry-Basil Vodka Martini. Last week I discovered a locally made syrup from Louisiana sugar cane by Cocktail and Sons. I purchased the “Spiced Demarara” which is perfect for my Rye based Old Fashioned. Complex syrup for simple drinks. Stir and do not shake! Looking for more cool summer drink recipes? Check our website for more of my favorites at SophisticatedWoman.com Foodies and Friends. Don’t forget to send us your favorite summer drink recipe, too!

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a cocktail shaker and a muddler to make this drink. Ingredients: 2 handfuls of fresh Louisiana blueberries 6–8 basil leaves 1–2 teaspoons of lime juice 1 teaspoon simple syrup (can omit if you prefer) 2 ounces vodka 1 ounce St. Germain Splash of club soda or sparkling water Directions: Place blueberries, basil leaves, lime juice, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker. Muddle all ingredients well. Add vodka and St. Germain. Then add a little ice to chill the ingredients. Cover cocktail shaker, shake well then pour through a strainer into a martini glass. Garnish with basil leaves and a couple of fresh blueberries. Cheers!

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Memories of Writing for SW JUNE 2002 was the first month my advice column was published in Sophisticated Woman Magazine. I was so pleased to see my words in print that I drove around to distribution sights and picked up copies of the magazine. I didn’t want to take all the copies from any one site, so I kept driving. I tried to casually work the column into conversations. “Like you were a teenager once, right. You might like to see this column that I wrote...”

I have supplied a column for every publication since June 2002. I loved that June column about adolescents, their physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual needs. I have supplied a column for every publication since June 2002. The issue we all missed was the Katrina aftermath issue of September 2005. My October 2005 column was about the exercise of our faith, so tested in the days getting past the storm. I have the same excitement today that I had at the beginning about writing the column. I love people telling me that something that I have written has had a positive impact and they shared the column with others. They used to clip and mail but now usually email or share on Facebook. I am delighted to play a part in the SW history. My hat is off to you, Joanne Gallinghouse!. Much love,

Mary Speed

30 Years of Sophisticated Woman Magazine In celebration of our 30th anniversary, we want to take you on a trip down memory lane. Join us as we commemorate three decades of publication with a look back at the local businesses, Enterprising Women, magazine re-designs, fashion fads and long-time contributors that have made Sophisticated Woman Magazine your local lifestyle publication for the past 30 years!

Sophisticated Shopper is started by Barbara Brocato and Dave Howell. Originally begins as a mailer for a more upscale or “sophisticated” version of the penny shopper. Covers are a throwback to Victorian times made from two-tone woodcuts.

One advertising gimmick features ads with paper doll clothing, illustrated by Barbara. Kids can cut out the clothes and pick the dolls (and matching clothing) up at the store.

Barbara illustrates everything by hand from ads to editorial.

Sophisticated Shopper is bought by Joanne Gallinghouse. “When we acquired Sophisticated Shopper, it was just that—a shopper. We set out to evolve the shopper into what it has become today—a premiere magazine still geared primarily to women who, as we all know, continue to be influential in making purchase decisions on everything from autos to health care for themselves and their families.”

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Our advertisers show off the latest fashion looks.

A Building of Our Own: G&A Publishing moves out of the Holiday Square Business complex and into a brand new building with a bit more room for expansion, built by Joanneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Father, Edward Jemison, in the middle of Covington on 21st Avenue.

Who will be Enterprising Woman of the Year?

Our First Re-Design:

Sophisticated Shopper becomes Sophisticated Shopping.

Complete with a logo change and updated, more modern covers.

Bridal Styles for the new millenium.

Cell Phones were all the rage, as demonstrated by our Enterprising Women Jodi Bridges and Melissa Herberger of Bridgecom.

Sophisticated Woman asks its

readers to vote for the most-deserving Enterprising Woman to be announced at the Chamber luncheon.

1995 1996 1996 1999 2000 2001 2002 Our First Enterprising Women, Ann Jemison and Angele Darling of Coffee Rani, grace the cover of the newly minted Sophisticated Woman Magazine in the

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8th Annual Health & Fitness Issue! Keys to Achieving Your Wellness Goals Fashion on the Go Studio to Street Style Outdoor Living A Mandeville Retreat

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First Northshore’s Best is published.

Sophisticated Woman asks its

Hurricane Katrina hits the Gulf Coast. Sophisticated Woman misses publication for the only month in our history in September, 2015. Joanne Gallinghouse recalls, “The September issue was finished and at the printer, but there was no way to mail it or get it out to the public. We lost that issue completely and went forward with an October issue. It was important to address the loss and rebirth our area was experiencing and to get our advertisers in front of their audience to let people know they were back and open for business as soon as possible.”

Sophisticated Woman gets a

more modern look and switches to a smaller magazine layout.

Another Re-Design, Sophisticated Woman joins the

social media revolution.

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Inaugural Hats Off Luncheon celebrates the Enterprising Woman of the Year.

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C helsea Segura ENTERPRISING WOMAN Flip, Flip Hooray! Teaching Life Lessons through Gymnastics WRITTEN BY JILL WILLIE PHOTOS BY STEVE RANDON

WHEN CHELSEA SEGURA

walked into The Little Gym in Baton Rouge during her sophomore year of college, she was looking for a part-time job. Never in her wildest dreams did she think she would find her career. Yet, the concept and teaching philosophy was such a natural fit for this kinesiology major that she actually began the paperwork to open a Lafayette franchise two months before graduation. Immediately after she received her degree, Chelsea jumped right into the role of business owner; and she hasn’t looked back since. In fact, she opened her second gym earlier this year in Covington. Just as it was with the gym in Lafayette, timing and circumstances aligned perfectly to make the decision to expand to Covington an easy one. “My parents, who have partnered with me in the gyms, are actively involved in the Lafayette location. We have a great staff in place there, so I knew it would be in good hands,” she explained. “We decided to open our second location on the Northshore because we knew the concept would compliment the family-friendly nature of the area.” Chelsea actually scouted locations for the gym at the same time she searched for a place to live. “I knew I needed to be in close proximity to the Covington gym in order to give it the time and attention it deserved. I wasn’t going to open if I couldn’t be here and be fully committed. She continued, “I am at a place in my life where I can give my blood, sweat and tears to this expansion.” While the location has been open less than a year, Chelsea said parents are coming from as far away as Slidell to take part in The Little Gym’s programming. The Little Gym concept was founded in 1976 by Robin Wes. An innovative educator, musician and kinesiologist, he wanted to create a place for children to explore their physical development, while growing socially, emotionally and intellectually. The Little Gym offers themed, age-appropriate learning units for children ages four months to 12 years. The curriculum leads to a natural progression of skills, with each lesson building from the previous week. As Chelsea explained, The Little Gym teaches gymnastics skills in a non-competitive environment. While classes are

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“We teach skills and development techniques to build Olympic-sized confidence,” she said.

ABOVE: The Little Gym’s Skill Thrill Camp kids having a ball. BELOW: Chelsea pictured (center) with her dedicated staff. Top Row: Denise Bilbe, Heather Modicut and Sarah Mulé. Bottom Row: Isabelle Pellegrini and Adriann Modicut. Not pictured: Devin Brown. taught under USA Gymnastics guidelines, the focus is on the spirit to achieve rather than the pressure to win. “We teach skills and development techniques to build Olympic-sized confidence,” she said. Over the course of the last 35 years, The Little Gym has expanded its programming to include karate, sports skills and dance—tap, ballet, creative movement and hip hop. Chelsea said she expects to begin offering these classes at the Northshore location early next year. The Little Gym also offers several activities that not only help children, but parents as well. Parent-Child Classes (up to age three) are available to help develop critical social and developmental skills while fostering the bonds between parent and child. Turnkey birthday party packages allow parents to relax and focus their attention on their child and their guests. With a 10:1 ratio of children to staff during a party and an exclusive partnership with Lego and Duplo, there is no shortage of fun. “Through the years, we’ve had families hold their child’s first birthday party with us, and parties every year thereafter,” Chelsea said. “It is rewarding to have families place so much trust in us.” One Friday each month, The Little Gym also offers Parent Survival Night from 6–9 p.m. “Bathroom independent children, three to 12 years-old, are engaged in activities and games in a safe, controlled environment while parents can receive a muchneeded time out,” she said. Together with her beloved Shih Tzu, Bourré, Chelsea said she is settling in to life on the Northshore. In addition to childhood and college friends who live in the area, she has forged friendships with many of the moms whose children attend The Little Gym. With dining out, attending sports events and watching movies as some of her favorite pastimes, the area is as perfect a fit for her on a personal level as The Little Gym has been for her on a professional one.

“The Little Gym corporation has been amazing. It is not only a company that provides support, training and structure based on 35 years of experience. It’s also a company that believes in giving back,” Chelsea said. Through its Big Heart philanthropy, the Little Gym supports the SeriousFun Children’s Network, a global community of camps and programs that serve children coping with serious illnesses and their families. “Being able to accommodate special needs children goes a long way to empowering them. We want all of our children to feel special, not different,” she explained. One of the most rewarding parts of Chelsea’s career is one that she could not have foreseen when she started as a part-time gymnastics teacher at the Little Gym in Baton Rouge. With two of her own franchises, Chelsea now has the ability to offer employment and career opportunities to young people who are just like she was seven years ago. Chelsea is living proof that through hard work and genuine compassion, people can achieve their dreams at any age. The Little Gym is located at 51 Park Place Drive off of Highway 190 in Covington. For more information call 985-871-8989 or visit TLGtheNorthshoreLA.com.

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health What Can Exercise Do for You? AS WE ALL KNOW, exercise can be beneficial when it is done regularly and the right way. Its benefits include weight loss by burning calories, lowering blood pressure, and controlling blood sugar. It can also lower stress, help with depression, keep bones strong, and decrease cardiovascular risk for stroke & heart attack. There are three main types of exercise: 1. Aerobic: raises one’s heart rate and thus burns calories. (e.g. walking, running, sprinting) 2. Resistance training: helps strengthen muscles. (e.g. weight lifting) 3. Stretching: Helps your muscles and joints move more easily.

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However, besides providing benefits to you, exercise can be harmful when you’re not doing it right, either by being unfamiliar with the exercise program you’re doing or being careless with the way you approach exercise. Being prepared before each exercise regimen is important; examples include stretching before and after to prevent muscle/joint injury and staying well hydrated to prevent dehydration. Some of the common harmful effects of exercise, to name a few, include bodily injury, popping a hernia, or acute rhabdomyolysis and renal failure (especially seen in those individuals who use anabolic steroids or muscle building supplements and are not well-hydrated). Furthermore, exercise can cause a heart attack, especially if you have an underlying coronary artery disease and have been sedentary too long. If you have any further questions about this topic, please contact your Primary Care Physician. I recommend having an exercise stress test before starting your exercise regimen for those with heart disease. Source: Up To Date

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Yes, you can mix white with white. It’s all about the accessories! Peek-a-boo blouse $34. Columbia Street Mercantile. Pleated shorts $32. Columbia Street Mercantile. Silver artisan necklace, cuff and earrings $29–$48. Shoefflé. White platform wedges $89. Shoefflé. Model: Brianna Dobson Photos by: Zoe Levert

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Cool and casual elegance! Crochet trimmed open cardigan $42. Gracieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Boutique and Salon. Bralette camisole $24. Columbia Street Mercantile. Cuffed, cropped jeans $93. Gracieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Boutique & Salon. Vintage Chanel pieces on modern necklace $295. Brenchley.

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Kitchen scientists Sophie and Connor Landry discover the fun of dry ice and homemade bubbles at Culinary Kids this summer.

Water Wonders Camp took a fieldtrip to the Sunset Pointe Pier in Mandeville to teach the kids the importance of protecting our water and natural resources. Pictured: Hayden Jones fishing off the pier.

North Oaks Sports Medicine team and North Oaks Physician Group orthopaedic surgeons have named its 2014-15 Student Athletes of the Year.

St. Thomas’ Athlete of the Year Hunter Stanley, Jr. (center) with North Oaks Sports Medicine Athletic Trainer Vanessa Taromina, St. Thomas Head Baseball Coach Barrett Morgan and Sports Medicine Supervisor Jeff Schmidt.

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lifestyle One Person Can Change Your Life WRITTEN BY JO RIPOLL

YELLOW CROCUSES are the first sign of spring. They are small flowers that can induce great change, and in this novel, the tradition of searching for them makes the greatest of differences. Set in Virginia in the decades before the Civil War, Yellow Crocus by Laila Ibrahim tells the true story of Lisbeth and Mattie. Lisbeth Wainwright is the privileged daughter of a Virginia plantation owner, and Mattie is a black slave on that plantation, who is chosen to become Lisbeth’s wet nurse. Ripped from her own three-month son in the early hours of the morning, Mattie is brought to the big house and given this milky white little girl to care for. And care for her she did. The bond between Mattie and Lisbeth grew with every passing day. As Lisbeth grew, she loved Mattie with all her heart and came to know Mattie’s family as well as her own. She even teaches Mattie’s little boy to read and write. As a child, she had no idea what that could do for her slaves in the changing times of abolitionists. Even after Mattie is ripped away from her, that bond remains with Lisbeth throughout her life, forcing her to view things differently than the rest of her world. The question is, will she take steps to change her lifestyle or bite her tongue to remain a proper southern lady? The touching story of these two women show how one person has the potential to change the course of your entire existence.

legal Immediate Access to Decedent’s Assets SOMETIMES IT IS NECESSARY

Written by Ronda M. Gabb

to access a decedent’s assets rather quickly in order to pay funeral costs and other important immediate expenses. However, in many cases we find that the decedent’s accounts have already been frozen when the institution is made aware of the decedent’s death. Depending on certain circumstances, there may be a quick and easy solution to accessing some of these monies. If the decedent did not have a Will (this means the decedent died “intestate”) and leaves a surviving spouse and/or heirs (usually children), they may access up to $5,000 from the financial institution by providing them with an affidavit stating the aforementioned facts. Most banks already have these affidavits available for you if you inquire. Even if the decedent had a Last Will (e.g. was not “intestate”), and leaves only a surviving spouse, then a bank may pay to the surviving spouse up to $10,000 without needing any court proceedings. The surviving spouse must submit an affidavit (again, most banks have these readily available) stating that the total funds withdrawn using this procedure have not exceeded $10,000. The surviving spouse (or children if no surviving spouse) may also receive all of a decedent’s last wages,

sick leave, unpaid leave, and/or any other benefits due the decedent from their employer, regardless of value. The employer will require the surviving spouse (or children, if no spouse) to request the payment in a writing which shall be witnessed by two people stating the facts similar to the affidavits above. Many employers will have these forms available that have already been drafted by their legal teams. If a decedent’s gross estate is valued at $75,000 or less, and they have died intestate, then there is no judicial procedure needed to transfer title to the rest of the decedent’s assets. Please see my recent June 2015 article regarding “Affidavits of Small Succession” for a more detailed discussion. In most situations, an attorney is eventually needed to transfer a decedent’s assets to their loved ones through a formal “Succession” procedure approved by the court, but the above can be extraordinarily helpful in those circumstances where these assets are needed immediately. Ronda M. Gabb & Associates LLC, “A Louisiana Estate Planning & Elder Law Practice.” She is a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning Attorneys, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and is a Board Certified Estate Planning and Administration Specialist certified by the Louisiana Board of Legal Specialization. Her office is located at 40 Louis Prima Drive in Covington. Call 985-892-0942 or visit her on the web at www.RondaMGabb.com.

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French Connection WHEN ANDREA AND JAMISON Bagwell purchased their home on the sixth hole of Tchefuncta Country Club, they wanted the interior to be just as stunning as the surrounding landscape. Andrea has always been a Francophile and collector of antiques, so Anne Hammett and Cindy St. Romain, the designers at St. Romain Interiors were a natural fit to decorate a home for the family of four. The home strikes the perfect cord of traditional and modern with furniture sourced through St. Romain Interiors and some of the homeowners’ own collection of antiques. “When we bought the house, there were a lot of different colors on the walls and it wasn’t very well defined, so

Cindy and Anne came in and unified the entire space,” says Andrea. The travertine floors are accented by a custom paint color, similar to Sherwin William’s Ivory Lace. “Once we came in and ‘neutralized’ the area, it was easy to design for the Bagwell’s modern French style,” says Anne. The living room is bright and open, anchored by a view of the golf course, framed by silk taffeta custom drapes in a shade of butter cream. Beneath the window, a French antique settee upholstered in burlap is accented with an antique Rebecca Vizard embroidered pillow. A new gilded, glass coffee table sits atop a sisal rug and brings a bit of modernity into the mostly

old world room. The sofa and chairs are both custom slip covered in Belgian linen. The sofa is appointed with custom pillows and flanked by antique brass pharmacy lamps to lend a bit of added character. “We love using antiques in our designs because each piece has a unique story and history behind it,” adds Cindy. These types of timeless pieces, like the antique chest and gold gilt French bergere chairs in the living room entryway, transform and define the space. Solid crystal balustrade lamps adorn the chest along with an antique French architectural element. Andrea actually created the arrangement of shadowboxed black coral herself, creating an interesting design feature. Sophisticated Woman | August 2015 33

Breakfast Room: “We wanted the breakfast room to be the room we use on a daily basis. Even when we have guests over, we rarely use the dining room. This is where we spend the majority of our time,” says Andrea. The antique Belgian farm table is the focal point of this space, enhanced by eighteenth century candlesticks and a Swedish dough bowl filled with aromatic lemons. Surrounded by Louis XVI hat back chairs with original paint and upholstered in Belgian linen, the room easily transitions from a casual breakfast for their two children, Harrison and Hudsyn, to an elegant dinner for eight.

Vignette: Surprises abound in every corner of the Bagwell household. This little French, eighteenth century walnut table is appointed with a beautiful Venetian tray, hand blown glasses and lamp sourced from St. Romain Interiors. A French artist’s work hangs beneath an antique starburst mirror creating a perfect hallway vignette. “Cindy and Anne took the antiques we already had and complimented them with more antiques and modern pieces, creating a timeless look we will be able to keep forever, even if it’s in a different home,” explains Andrea.

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Mantle: The painted pine mantle stands as the focal point of the living area, opposite the window. A grand Louis Philippe mirror adds depth to the room set off by a French antique marble statue. Cindy sums up the design of the house, remarking, “Andrea loves French antiques, which add interest and history to a room. Mixing these pieces with contemporary designs in a neutral palette creates a clean, inviting space with an Old World feel.”

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A beautiful summer moon helped light the night at this year’s Sweet Soirée at Stone Creek Club & Spa. The fundraiser, which is held annually by ACCESS, helps provide financial grants and other services to LOCAL children with disabilities and their families.

1 | Aaron Karlin, Willie Paretti, Mike Rase and Stacy Paretti Rase.

2 | Guests enjoyed dancing with The Mardi Gras Indians. 3 | Sean and Mary Solomon, Aaron Karlin, Mindy Dugas and Charles Fradella. 4 | Jeanette and Joe Landers and Sonja Newman. 5 | Steve Jacobs, Kim Melvin and Aaron Karlin. 6 | The ACCESS Board, Kim Melvin, Kevin Samrow, Cheri Karlin, Aaron Karlin, Nicole Gonzales, Sonja Newman, Melissa Funk, Lea Anne Krieger, Jim Silvestri, Lynda Bradley and Larry Conner.

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WE CATER TO SAVERS!

Shopping Scene July 31– August 2 Shoefflé’s 10 Year Anniversary Event. Friday: daiquiris, keg and birthday cake. Saturday and Sunday: daily promotions and giveaways, 228 N. Columbia Street, Covington.

August 1 Mandeville Party Company Their new location is 2200 N. Causeway Blvd., MandevilleDecember

August 3 – 9 Gild Home Décor is hosting a Boatman Geller personalized stationery trunk show, 3441 E. Causeway Approach, Suite C, Mandeville.

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August 8 Signing and Reading of What the Sleepy Animals Do at the Audubon Zoo by author Ryan Murphy, 10 A.M.– Noon, Book signing at 11 A.M. Olive Patch, 222 N. Columbia Street, Covington.

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3 Congratulations to all of the members of the 2014 -15 Graduating Class of Leadership St. Tammany Vincent Cangiamilla III, Frank Carmeli, Christopher Christopher, Amy Cuevas, Joy Derise, Ken Dhir, Megan Ferran, Barry French, Dee Halphen, Teresa Krutzfeldt Paul Leblanc, Chad Marshall, Patrick McMath, Blake Mendheim, Mike Mire, Jenny Mutter, Gretchen Ockman, Melissa Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Malley, Patti Oppenheim, Laurie Pennison Dawn Powell, DeShea Richardson, Carolyn Ridge, Brian Sorrells, Susan Strain Eddie Swan, Vince Talazac, Bob Thomas, Terri Turner-Marse, Elizabeth Van Sant, Donald Villere and Jennifer White.

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2 Nola Southern Grill hosted the Emerging Young Professionals’ (EYP) After Hour Social last month. The event was sponsored by First Castle Federal Credit Union.

After Hours Social

1 | Host/owner of NOLA Southern Grill, Louis Ochoa pictured with EYP Board Members, Melissa Mitrik, Renee Warner (NOLA), Jamie Dakin and Kristen Stanley 2 | Dawn Riveria (sponsor) and Casey Addison 3 | Gerald Hebert and Mike Vignes 4 | Jamie Seals and Linda Larkin (EYP Mentor and Board Liaison)

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Jarvis–Bolyard Wedding ON APRIL 6, 2013 at half past six in the evening, Stephanie Jamie Jarvis married David Neil Bolyard, Junior. Stephanie is the daughter of Tom and Bridget Jarvis of Mandeville and David is the son of David Bolyard, Julie Beth Bolyard, Pat Ross and Bill Ross. The ceremony took place on the dock of the Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum and was performed by the Reverend Gene Finnell of Munhullen United Methodist Church, a lifelong friend of both families. As guests arrived, they were offered a celebratory cocktail of “Ponchatoula Strawberry Sangria” while they waited for the ceremony to begin. The groom and groomsmen arrived by boat dressed in khaki suits with handmade fishing flies as boutonnieres. The

bridesmaids wore navy blue dupioni silk dresses in different styles. Stephanie’s stunning wedding gown was an ivory mermaid style dress, also of dupioni silk designed by Lea Anne Belter. The bride and bridesmaids’ dresses all came from Olivier Couture. After the ceremony, the guests and bridal party settled into the reception on the patio in front of the museum. They enjoyed food catered by The Lakehouse, Chef Stefani Sollberger and music provided by the band, At Fault. The entire event was styled by the Girls in Black with flowers by Kim Starr Wise. At the end of the reception, the bride and groom departed by boat amid an aisle of lit sparklers and fireworks over the Tchefuncta River.

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August 4

Weekly Square Dance with the Ozone Squares Square Dance Club. 8–10 P.M., Bogue Falaya Hall, 317 Jefferson Ave., Covington, 985-626-5407, ozonesquares.com.

Summer Series Brown Bag Luncheon. Noon, Rotary Hut, Memorial Park, Ponchatoula, lunch and beverage provided by the Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce, reservations requested, 985-386-2536.

Every 2nd & 4th Monday

August 8−9

St. Tammany Outreach for the Prevention of Suicide SOS Survivors of Suicide Support Group meetings. 6:30–8 P.M., First Baptist Church, 1895 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, 985-237-5506, stops-la.org.

Slidell 2015 Looking Glass Show & Sale. Saturday 10 A.M.−5 P.M.; Sunday 11 A.M.−3 P.M., featuring antique and collectible glassware, china, pottery and kitchen items, admission is $5 (good both days), Northshore Harbor Center, 100 Harbor Center Blvd., Slidell, for more info, contact Fred & Pam Meyer at 972-672-6213, meyershows.com, meyerlookingglass@hotmail.com.

Every Wednesday Covington Farmers Market. 10 A.M.–2 P.M., Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire St., covingtonfarmersmarket.org.

Every 3rd Thursday Women of Infinite Possibilities presents Self Defense and Gun Safety. 10 A.M.−Noon, Grace Disciple Church, 975 US-190 Service Rd., Covington, 985-867-5234, womenofwip.org.

Every Saturday

• Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly and one time jobs • Specialty cleaning services • Teams available Monday - Friday • Move-ins and move-outs • Supplies and equipment provided • Residential/Commercial • Available for serving parties, banquets and weddings

Covington Farmers Market. 8 A.M.–Noon, 609 N. Columbia St. or side lawn of the Covington Police Dept., covingtonfarmersmarket.org. Hammond Farmers Market. 8 A.M.–Noon, corner of W. Thomas St. and S.W. Railroad Ave., downtown Hammond, 985-277-5680, dddhammond.com. Camellia City Market. 8 A.M.–1 P.M., City parking lot at the corner of Robert and Front Streets in Olde Towne Slidell, camelliacitymarket.org. Mandeville Trailhead Community Market. 9 A.M.–1 P.M., Mandeville Trailhead Cultural Interpretive Center, 985-624-3147, mandevillemarket@gmail.com.

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Every Sunday Abita Springs Farmers Market. Noon–4 P.M., Abita Trailhead, 985-807-4447, mrnmedic@gmail.com.

August 1−2 Hit It! 55 years of Pop Music. 7 P.M., Center of Performing Arts, 201 N. Columbia St., Covington, 985-727-4638.

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Madisonville Art Market. 10 A.M.–4 P.M., Water St., Madisonville, 985-643-5340, madisonvilleartmarket.com.

East St. Tammany Red Beans ‘N Rice Cook-Off. 11 A.M.−2 P.M., $8, all you can eat red beans and rice and dessert to benefit St. Tammany Suicide Prevention and Crisis Response, Slidell City Auditorium, 2056 Second St., Slidell, 985-778-0815, unitedwaysela.org.

August 10 Voice St. Tammany Vocal Competition. 7 P.M., Center of Performing Arts, 201 N. Columbia St., Covington, 985-727-4638.

August 11 Business & Professional Expo. 5−8 P.M., tickets are $5 per person, Chesterton Square, Ponchatoula, 985-386-2536, chamber@ponchatoulachamber.com.

August 14 Friday Night Music Club featuring The Charmaine Neville Band. 8 P.M., Center of Performing Arts, 201 N. Columbia St., Covington, 985-727-4638.

August 14−September 11 Artist of the Year presented by Slidell Art League. Opening reception 7−9 P.M., regular hours Wednesday−Friday: Noon−4 P.M., Slidell Cultural Center, 2055 Second St., Slidell, 985-646-4375, myslidell.com.

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August 28

White Linen Night. Art, food, drinks and late night shopping, Columbia St. and Lee Lane, historic downtown Covington, 985-809-3029, covla.com.

Columbia Street Block Party and Classic Car Show. 6:30–9:30 P.M., downtown Covington, 985-892-1873, covla.com.

August 18 Alzheimer’s and Dementia Support Session: Every third Tuesday of the month. 12:30 P.M., Beau Provence Memory Care Assisted Living, 100 Beau West Drive, Mandeville, 985-664-9782.

August 20 Benefits of Home Gala benefiting Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. 6:30−9 P.M., Franco’s Health Club, 100 Bon Temps Roulé, Mandeville, tickets are $150 per person, marybird.org/benefitsofhome, llandry@marybird.com, 985-276-6845.

August 21 Sunset at the Landing Concert Series. 6−9 P.M., free, Columbia St. Landing, 100 N. Columbia St., Covington, 985-892-1873, sunsetatthelanding.org.

August 22 The Exchange Club of West St. Tammany is holding the 5th Annual Ultimate Tailgate Party. 7−11 P.M., Tchefuncta Country Club, 2 Pinecrest Dr., Covington, for tickets and sponsorships got to ultimatetailgateparty.org, 985-624-4951.

August 28−30 5 Lesbians Eating Quiche. 7 P.M., Center of Performing Arts, 201 N. Columbia St., Covington, 985-727-4638.

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