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November On the Cover:

Three Rivers Art Festival Pull-Out Guide Senior Living ..........................................8 Setting the Table for Thanksgiving .....20 Sneak Peek at the History & Holly Home Tour .................27

ENTERPRISING WOMAN Billie R. Comeaux, American Factory Direct ................... 22 Senior Living ..........................................................................8 Christwood Retirement Community ....................................8 Live Oak Village of Slidell—Welcome Home .....................9 Summerfield of Hammond— A New Season of Living, A New Season of Life ............ 11

BEAUTY & LIFESTYLE Gardening—The Seasons of Life ........................................19 Sneak Peek at the History & Holly Home Tour .............. 27 Fashion Picks—Vibrant Velvet ............................................ 30 Dr. Mary Speed—Integrity ................................................ 37

COMMUNITY Behind the Scenes ................................................................4 Editor’s Note .........................................................................5

Dr. David Tran—Elderly Well-Being ...................................12

Shen Yun—Reviving 5,000 Years of Civilization ................6

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Gallinghouse Marketing + Creative— Setting Goals and Making Plans ......................................17

Dr. Robert Benson—Male Breast Reduction .....................16

FOOD & ENTERTAINING A Night with Gauguin—Foodies and Friends ...................14 Setting the Table ................................................................ 20 Seven Simple Strategies for Family Meal Planning— Joy Feldman, NC, JD ..........................................................33

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Holiday Marketplace ........................................................ 34 Kids Being Kids .................................................................. 36 Notes & Notables ............................................................. 37 November Events .............................................................. 38 Sophisticated Social .......................................................... 40

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with our Enterprising Woman Billie Comeaux

BILLIE COMEAUX is constantly on the move and her dog Gigi, the American Factory Direct Mascot, is never far behind! We caught up with Billie during the cover photo shoot and asked her a few questions that most people don’t know about her.

Publisher Joanne Gallinghouse Editor-In-Chief Anna LeDonne Sales Manager Lorie Hollis Art Director Dianne Waller Graphic Designer Nick Salvetti Senior Account Executive Gwen Anderson Account Executives Corrinn Fisher and Emily Baker Distribution/Circulation Manager Katherine Nelson Contributing Writers Maria D’Antonio, Lisa Lyons, Joy Feldman, Jan Robert, Mary Speed, Sharon L. Thomas and Jill Willie Contributing Photographers Amy Alberda-Acosta, Timothy Dunford, Michelle Preau, Nick Salvetti, and Steve Randon Production Gallinghouse Marketing + Creative

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NOVEMBER IS ONE

of my favorite months of the year. For one, the weather has started getting cooler and even in Louisiana we are seeing some signs of fall. While football isn’t really my thing, I do love football season, tailgating and eating while pretending to care about football. Fall wardrobes are my favorite— cozy sweaters, warm boots and knit scarves with the occasional pair of shorts for those weird 90 degree fall days. Louisiana always keeps you guessing. It’s also the perfect time of the year for events and wedding festivities! This year I am truly honored to be the “maid of honor” in two of my best friends’ weddings. I use the term maid of honor in quotation marks because technically, since I am married, my title should be “matron of honor”. However, I fully reject that term and how old it makes me feel. My friend Bridget’s upcoming wedding will take place at the end of November—the same weekend as my two-year anniversary! I am looking forward to making a mini staycation out of it and celebrating two wonderful events in one. We are featuring some wonderful fall events this month including recaps of our favorite fall fundraisers as well as a sneak peek at the History & Holly Home Tour. We’re also highlighting ways to set your table for Thanksgiving and even have a few tips on how to keep your kids occupied on Thanksgiving Day. See, I told you I love November!

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R E V I V I N G 5 , 0 0 0 Y E A R S O F C I V I L I Z AT I O N FOR 5,000 YEARS, divine culture flourished in the land of China. Humanity’s treasure was nearly lost, but through breathtaking music and dance, Shen Yun is bringing back this glorious culture. Through the universal language of music and dance, Shen Yun weaves a wondrous tapestry of heavenly realms, ancient legends and modern heroic tales, taking you on a journey through 5,000 years of Chinese culture. Its stunning beauty and tremendous energy leave audiences uplifted and inspired. A Shen Yun performance features the world’s foremost classically trained dancers, a unique orchestra blending East and West and dazzling animated backdrops—together creating one spectacular performance.

More Than an Art—A Way of Being SHEN YUN PERFORMERS are selected from among the top classical artists in the world. Every year, they come from all corners of the globe to an idyllic campus in upstate New York. This is where the mastery of their craft takes shape into a new production. And this is where a most magical revival of true Chinese culture begins. The people of China have long held that their magnificent culture was a gift from the heavens. Art was primarily a means to explore the connection between humankind and the higher universe. Artists cultivated virtue because they felt that to create art worthy of the divine, there must first be inner beauty and purity. Shen Yun follows in these ancient traditions. Shen Yun artists believe that just mastering the surface of the art is not enough, as it is the heart of the artist that the audience feels. So they take the wisdom and values of traditional Chinese culture as part of their lives. These inspire them to nurture goodness in themselves on their path to artistic perfection. That is the culture of Shen Yun.

LEFT: The erhu has a history of over 4,000 years. Although it has only two strings, it can express a wide range of emotions and is said to most resemble the human voice.

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Asia have made Shen Yun an international phenomenon. In just a few short years, Shen Yun has expanded from a single dance company to four dance companies with full orchestras that tour the globe simultaneously. Last year there were over 400 shows all over the world. Shen Yun cannot be seen in China today, where traditional culture has been nearly lost. Yet Shen Yun—a non-profit organization—has become an international phenomenon, bringing the wonders of ancient Chinese culture to millions across the globe. Shen Yun will be performing at the Mahalia Jackson Theater in New Orleans January 20-21. For more information, call 1-888-974-3698 Or, visit ShenYun.com/New-Orleans.

TOP: Shen Yun’s unique East-West orchestra accompanies every performance. ABOVE: Dancers perform “Ancient Elegance,” an episode from the Shen Yun 2013 show.

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CLASSICAL CHINESE DANCE is one way in which 5,000 years of Chinese culture has been passed down and retained. It is a dance form built on profound traditional aesthetics. In its early days, it was conveyed primarily among the people, in the imperial courts and through ancient plays. Over thousands of years, this art was continually organized and refined, with it eventually developing into the vast, systematic and distinctly Chinese dance form that we know today. Classical Chinese dance has its own set of training methods in basic skills and has strict training in both physical expression and specific postures. It also involves learning combinations of leaps, turns, flips, spins, and other aerial and tumbling techniques. It is an extensive and independent system of dance. Within Classical Chinese dance lie China’s deep cultural traditions, allowing its movements to be richly expressive, such that the personalities and feelings of characters can be portrayed with unparalleled clarity. It is therefore capable of depicting scenes from any time period, whether ancient or modern, Eastern or Western, in a strikingly vivid way.

Two Great Classical Music Traditions—One Glorious Sound MUSIC HAS HAD mystical powers throughout Chinese history. The Yellow Emperor used it to defeat his greatest enemy. Confucius claimed it could help govern a country. The ancient Chinese believed it even had the power to heal. Music is such a big part of every Shen Yun performance—from the live orchestra that accompanies each dance to the vocal and instrumental solos on stage. Shen Yun’s orchestra is incredibly unique, harmoniously blending the grandeur of a Western orchestra with the distinct beauty of ancient Chinese instruments. The result is a gorgeous and vivid sound with great emotional range—perfect for bringing to life the soul of an ancient civilization.

An International Sensation MILLIONS OF PEOPLE have seen Shen Yun. Standing ovations at the world’s top venues, royalty attending in Europe, sold-out shows throughout North America and packed houses across

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Senior Living ON THE N ORTHSHORE

The Northshore is home to a thriving senior community. Not only are the health care communities and senior care facilities top notch, but the activities available in the area are ideal for older citizens looking to enjoy their retirement. As the senior population increases, more and more facilities are catering to their ever-growing needs. On the following pages, you will hear from a few senior living communities aimed specifically at transitioning aging seniors from independent to assisted living, as well as from doctors and an attorney with advice for those of you entering your golden years.

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CHRISTWOOD THERE IS ONLY ONE

Senior living community on the Northshore that offers independent living, assisted living and skilled nursing all on one campus, and that’s Christwood, the Northshore’s premier retirement community. Begun by Christ Episcopal Church twenty years ago in Covington, Christwood is a nondenominational, not for profit continuing care retirement community, also known as a Life Plan Community. Residents of Christwood imagine new possibilities as they change their address but not their lifestyle! Situated on a 117-acre campus, Christwood has added new features to meet the needs of current and future residents including a 23,000-squarefoot health and wellness center featuring an indoor saltwater heated pool and Lotus Spa. The Atrium apartment building has at its center an established gallery with bi-monthly exhibits and the popular Atrium Café. A new cognitive care memory center “Longleaf at Christwood” with 28 private suites is under construction and will be opening in early 2017. In addition to the assurance of health care, Christwood offers even more value by providing convenient services – housekeeping

and flat laundry service, interior and exterior maintenance of your apartment or cottage, chauffeured transportation and fine dining – to make life as carefree as possible and allow you to live life “your way”. Add to that outdoor gardening areas, nature trail, fishing pond, woodworking shop, convenience store and a dog park. What better place to spend retirement years living a full active lifestyle while knowing your healthcare needs will be met. Christwood has a strong legacy of supporting the local arts and providing philanthropic opportunities through the Christwood Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that supports Christwood and its expanding services. Since the first residents entered in 1996, Christwood has seen many changes and the community is looking forward and evolving to meet the expectations of current and future residents. Just imagine the possibilities! Christwood Retirement Community is located at 100 Christwood Blvd. in Covington. For more information, call 985-898-0515 or visit their website at christwoodrc.com.

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Live Oak Village of Slidell Welcome Home WRITTEN BY MARIA D’ANTONIO PHOTOS BY NICK SALVETTI

WHEN YOU WALK INTO

Live Oak Village in Slidell, you’re not walking into an average senior living community, you’re coming home. Live Oak Village offers residence for seniors of all needs from independent living to memory care, which provides specialized care for those with Alzheimer’s and dementia. To ensure their needs are met, Live Oak Village completes an assessment before move in day and every thirty days thereafter. Six nurses along with a devoted staff help keep the seniors healthy and comfortable. “They’re living life and enjoying it.,” said Senior Solution Director Kristy LeBlanc. “That’s what it’s about.” A typical day at Live Oak Village begins with breakfast at 7:30 a.m. for memory care residents and 8 a.m. for the assisted living residents. After breakfast, the seniors stay busy with a variety of activities from friendly chats outside on the patio about current events to Church services to arts and crafts. All residents enjoy scenic drives to get snowballs or to tour the city. The assisted living seniors love to go out to local restaurants, the casino or even on picnics. “They love their Bingo,” commented Kristy. Both the Memory Care residents and the assisted living residents enjoy the specialized bingo cards with large font and poker chips as markers. However, Live Oak Village wouldn’t be home without family, so the community hosts a plethora of activities to engage the seniors’ family members. Family get-togethers can be

as simple as buffets in the dining room or as fun and exciting as tailgates and holiday parties. Favorites include trick-or-treat with the children as they go up to the residents’ porches for candy before being entertained by a magic show, and Mardi Gras when they put on their own parade. “I don’t know who’s enjoying it more, the staff or the residents,” remarked Kristy. What really helps make this senior community feel like family, aside from the caring staff, is the size of Live Oak Village. There are only fifty apartments, keeping the community small and personable. “We’re small and we like it that way, because we get to know our residents and their families,” she explained. A recent renovation shifted several rooms from memory care to assisted living, making the current room count thirty rooms for Assisted Living and twenty for Memory Care. With three resident assistants working with twenty Memory Care residents, it is easier for the seniors to get the care and attention they deserve. This place is more than another senior living community, it’s family. “If you walk through here,” commented Kristy, “you would fall in love with it instantly.” Live Oak Village Assisted Living and Memory Care is located in Slidell at 2200 Gause Blvd. East. For more information, you can call 985-781-4545 or visit their website at liveoakslidell.com.

TOP LEFT: Kristy LeBlanc Senior Solutions Director pictured at Live Oak Village

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A New Season of Living, A NE W SE ASON OF LIFE

PHOTO BY NICK SALVETTI

WRITTEN BY SHARON L. THOMAS

and other surrounding parishes will now have a new choice for senior living, as Summerfield Senior Living of Hammond opens its premier 89,000-square-foot community this fall. Carved from ten beautiful acres nestled within the heart of Hammond, Summerfield will offer its residents lifestyle choices within a neighborhood-like setting. The elegance of the new “55 and older” senior living community will feature 91 apartment suites; 66 will be designated for Independent and Assisted Living, and 25 for Memory Care residents. Though the state-of-the-art facility began construction in 2015, a Hammond development has been on the radar since 2012. Developer spokesperson, Ronald Duhe, stated, “I think Hammond is a quintessential American town with a great vibe and we look forward to becoming an active part of the community.” Summerfield of Hammond will be the third senior living community operated by Marquis Senior Management; a Louisiana owned management company. Summerfield’s goal is to ensure their residents will have every opportunity to enjoy life. With 24-hour staffing, residents can feel free to leave the cooking, cleaning, yard work and responsibilities of home maintenance to the caring staff of Summerfield. The amenity-rich community boasts multiple spacious floor plans including studio, one and twobedroom apartments with granite top kitchenettes, walk-in showers and crown molding. The landscaped grounds feature gazebos, porches, patios and fountains with inviting courtyards—creating a vacation-like experience in their own backyard. In addition to private apartment suites, scheduled transportation for medical visits, shopping and enjoyable outings will be at the residents’ fingertips. Other resort-style amenities consist of five separate seating areas and sun rooms, three laundry quarters, two gracious community dining rooms, a quaint chapel and multi-purpose room, activity room and barber/beauty salon. Nothing brings a community together better than delicious food, laughter and fellowship with neighbors. For that reason, Summerfield is dedicated to providing delicious home-cooked cuisine prepared and served restaurant-style with a variety of options and accommodations for special dietary requirements. As each resident becomes a part of the community, Summerfield begins a life enrichment program starting with a social history survey asking specific questions to learn more about the resident. Summerfield uses this survey to gauge resident interests from all walks of life—from

teachers, to CEOs, homemakers and military veterans—Summerfield aims to cherish fond memories and create ongoing opportunities to develop these interests. Each month brings new and exciting events to Summerfield’s social calendar. In addition to routine exercise classes and outings, residents will enjoy a variety of programs including annual balls, luaus, educational and social seminars, volunteer opportunities and craft workshops. When the need arises, Summerfield can easily transition residents from Independent Living to Assisted Living Care. This lifestyle choice allows each resident to maintain their dignity, independence and continue the activities of daily life. Discreet support is available 24-hours a day from a well-trained, caring staff assisting residents’ day-to-day personal care needs. For those living with Alzheimer’s, dementia and other forms of memory loss, a dedicated Memory Care wing has been created to provide a safe, comfortable and secure environment with around the clock nursing care. Summerfield’s memory care team is trained to value each resident and to recognize their different likes, dislikes, and needs. Summerfield knows that memory loss affects everyone differently therefore, they engage their residents on an individual basis in an effort to provide the best possible results. Summerfield of Hammond will be celebrating their Grand Opening this fall. To learn more about life at Summerfield, stop by for a personal tour; call 985-345-6300 or log on to LifeatSummerfield.com for more information.

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One of the major stressors facing retirement, usually around this period of elderhood, especially for hard-working individuals working long hours for years, is the realization that you will be facing your spouse daily (if you’re married) and tolerance of your partner will be a challenge. For those who are not married, life being alone without work distractions is another challenge. Good luck to all of you in your endeavor to your next stage of life. Be joyful and thankful with what you have while moving ahead.

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For those with chronic illness entering your elder years, in addition to the above steps, it is wise to stay active if practical and take medications as directed by your physicians. And yes, keep your appointments with your doctors.

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LONGEVITY OF LIFE. It is important to stay healthy by following the simple rules of life, so to speak. If you are already healthy entering your (chronologically) elderly period, i.e. older than 65 years of age, it is wise to keep your mental and physical well-being going in the right direction by applying the following Final simple steps: • Remain active through physical and mental exercises. • Institute proper nutritional intake. • Keep your life stress free if possible. • Avoid trauma such as falls and accidents. • Minimize incidence of infection by staying up-to-date on your immunizations and maintaining proper sleep patterns. • Minimize drug side effects if you are taking any. For those with chronic illness entering your elder years, in addition to the above steps, it is wise to stay active if practical and take medications as directed by your physicians. And yes, keep your appointments with your doctors.

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Part A can include a hospital stay or hospice the best choice when poach it gently in the barely simmering you originally enrolled but that may no longer be shrimp creole, or bouillabaisse, you must have care. Part B covers your doctor visits and outpatient care or medical the case. It is important that you know all the particulars of your plan broth. When fish is tender and flaky, the a rich and flavorful fish stock. This means that equipment. Part C is Medicare Advantage, which is run by Medicare- before you lock yourself in for another year. bouillabaisse is ready to serve. While the fish you must gather fish heads and bones to get approved private insurance companies and coordinates Parts A (except is cooking or before you put seafood into the the rich gelatinous stock needed to make a hospice care) and B, and often Part D as well. Part D is optional and “Costs, coverage, and providers change so it is hot broth, make the rouille. perfect soupe de poisson. helps pay for prescription medications, and is also run by private insur- important to review your present coverage each ance companies. Be aware that if you don’t apply for Part D as soon year SAUCE ROUILLE—A H O to T Pbe E P Psure E R that plan is still the best for you.” IasNyou’re GRED IENTS O R have FISH T Oa Clate-enrollment K: eligible youF may to S pay penalty later. A N D G A R L I C S A U C E 1 onion, quartered We highly recommend that you review the information sent to you INGREDIENTS: 2-3 leeks, theand white and pale greensoparts, Costs, coverage, providers change it is important to review your by your plan provider with a knowledgeable professional in this area. 2 garlic cloves, peeled sliced coverage and rinsed to remove sand present each year to be sure that plan is still the best for you. While our firm doesn’t provide this service, call or email us and we will 1 roasted red pepper carrots cut into large chunks At2-3 some point, you may wish to make changes to the various aspects of be happy to refer you to a reputable colleague in this area. 1 dried red pepper, rehydrated until soft 1 rib of celerycoverage. sliced your Medicare Many people are unaware that you must do so 1-2-inch slice stale French bread soaked in 5 sprigs parsley andElection fresh thyme only duringofthe Annual Period (AEP), which occurs each year, Ronda fish stock and then squeezed dry M. Gabb is a member of the American Academy of Estate Planning 2 bay leaves7 through December 15. In most circumstances, from October changes Attorneys, the National Academy of Elder Law Attorneys and is a Board Certified 2 tablespoons olive oil to 2your Medicare cloves garlic health or prescription drug coverage is only allowed Salt this and period pepperwill Estate Planning and Administration Specialist certified by the Louisiana during time any changes 4 fish,this using theframe, heads,and tails and bones made during ½ cup hot fish stock Board of Legal Specialization. Her office is located at 40 Louis Prima Drive in become effective on the following January 1.

INGREDIENTS FOR FISH SOUP: 3-4 types firm, white fish, approx. ½ pound per person (Try to get at least 3- 4 different kinds of firm, white, very fresh fish. I like to use redfish or snapper, grouper, drum, etc. I do not use trout or catfish and never salmon.)

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DIRECTIONS: Place garlic, roasted pepper, small hot pepper and bread in food processor and blend with fish stock until thick and smooth. Gradually drizzle in olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve in a wide soup bowl with a toasted round of French bread that has been grilled or baked and brushed with olive oil. Pass the rouille in a separate bowl for guests to stir liberally into their soup. Look for more of my recipes for the perfect alfresco fall dinner at SophisticatedWoman.com/ foodies-friends.

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DIRECTIONS FOR FISH STOCK: Place the fish heads and tails or bones in a large stock pot. Add all other ingredients above. Salt and pepper. Cover with water and simmer for 45 minutes. Strain the broth and discard fish bones and vegetables.

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EVERY YEAR my neighbors and I host an alfresco dining experience. There’s something special about sharing food with friends under a canopy of live oaks in the crisp evening air. How calming it is to drop out of the weekly rat race and succumb to the pace of the weekend and the quiet, gentle flow of the river. We choose what we hope is a perfect fall evening and begin the planning process. This always requires several meetings, sipping wine and munching on cheese and crackers, as we dig for hours through our favorite cookbooks and imagine how to present the colors, textures and flavors of the Louisiana fall bounty. My neighbor Marian designed the menu for the theme of this year’s neighborhood dinner—“Night with Gauguin”. This year, my neighbor Marian designed the themed menu for the “Night with Gauguin” neighborhood dinner. Paul Gauguin, a postimpressionist painter, was born and lived in Paris, but also spent many years in Tahiti. We designed the menu to capture his bold experimental colors while fusing the style and tastes of France and Tahiti. Voila, le menu!

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Saisonnier (duck terrine and terrine or pâté of vegetables with crusty homemade French bread) Bouillabaisse Marseillaise (a saffron flavored fish soup in the style of Provence) Salade d’Orange Sanguine/Olives, Oignons, Feta, Menthe (Blood orange salad with olives, red onions, feta and mint) Gateau au Rhum Tahitienne/Sorbet au Ananas- Noix de Coco (Rum Cake with pineapple and coconut sorbet) This is a true collective cooking effort from the best of our neighborhood chefs or brigade de cuisine. The neighborhood brigade consists of a bread maker, the boulanger; dessert maker, patissier; a mixologist, of course, and a charcutier to make the pâté and terrine. I will be making the fish soup so I guess I could be called the poissonnier (fish cook) and the potager (soup cook). The team is complete, now all we need are some enthusiastic fellow gourmands to enjoy the fruits of our labors of love. That should not be difficult to find!

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POISSON THE FRENCH CL AIM THAT IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO PRODUCE A TRUE BOUILL ABAISSE IF YOU DO NOT LIVE IN SOUTHERN FRANCE. THERE ARE CERTAIN FISH, PARTICUL ARLY R ASCASSE, THAT ARE REQUIRED. SO CALL IT FISH SOUP, SOUPE DE POISSON, OR CALL IT BOUILL ABAISSE. This is an authentic fish soup in the style of Provence made even better with local Louisiana seafood. Serve with garlicky fiery sauce rouille and crusty French bread or croutes and your favorite wine from Provence. A great soup is only as good as the stock that you make. For the fish stock: as in any great soup, shrimp creole, or bouillabaisse, you must have a rich and flavorful fish stock. This means that you must gather fish heads and bones to get the rich gelatinous stock needed to make a perfect soupe de poisson. INGREDIENTS FOR FISH STOCK: 1 onion, quartered 2-3 leeks, the white and pale green parts, sliced and rinsed to remove sand 2-3 carrots cut into large chunks 1 rib of celery sliced 5 sprigs of parsley and fresh thyme 2 bay leaves 2 cloves garlic 4 fish, using the heads, tails and bones DIRECTIONS FOR FISH STOCK: Place the fish heads and tails or bones in a large stock pot. Add all other ingredients above. Salt and pepper. Cover with water and simmer for 45 minutes. Strain the broth and discard fish bones and vegetables. INGREDIENTS FOR FISH SOUP: 3-4 types firm, white fish, approx. ½ pound per person (Try to get at least 3- 4 different kinds of firm, white, very fresh fish. I like to use redfish or snapper, grouper, drum, etc. I do not use trout or catfish and never salmon.)

Shellfish (I like to also use shellfish such as shrimp, mussels and if you are feeling very extravagant, lobster tails which can be cut into small pieces. Some people like to add crabs too. Be creative!) 1 cup fresh seeded and chopped tomatoes 5-6 new potatoes cubed ½ teaspoon pulverized saffron DIRECTIONS FOR FISH SOUP: Return strained broth to large but shallow pot and bring to a gentle boil. Add tomatoes, potatoes and saffron. Continue to simmer until potatoes are tender. Then add mussels, shrimp, lobster and crabs if you are using these. Add all seafood that takes a little longer to cook first then add fish last and poach it gently in the barely simmering broth. When fish is tender and flaky, the bouillabaisse is ready to serve. While the fish is cooking or before you put seafood into the hot broth, make the rouille.

SAUCE ROUILLE—A HOT PEPPER AND GARLIC SAUCE INGREDIENTS: 2 garlic cloves, peeled 1 roasted red pepper 1 dried red pepper, rehydrated until soft 1-2-inch slice stale French bread soaked in fish stock and then squeezed dry 2 tablespoons olive oil Salt and pepper ½ cup hot fish stock DIRECTIONS: Place garlic, roasted pepper, small hot pepper and bread in food processor and blend with fish stock until thick and smooth. Gradually drizzle in olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste. Serve in a wide soup bowl with a toasted round of French bread that has been grilled or baked and brushed with olive oil. Pass the rouille in a separate bowl for guests to stir liberally into their soup. Look for more of my recipes for the perfect alfresco fall dinner at SophisticatedWoman.com/ foodies-friends.

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Exfoliate, Exfoliate, Exfoliate! The most important thing you can do for your tan, is to properly prep your skin. To achieve the best results, be sure to follow the processing times and aftercare instructions from your provider. We always make sure to provide our guests with instructions in writing, just so there is no misunderstanding. Also, if you are scheduling your tan for a special event or vacation, we always recommend sampling your tan ahead of time. You want to be sure the tan achieves the result you were going for.

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a country lane on a glorious fall day reminds us how fortunate we are to experience all the seasons. Everyone has a favorite season of the year and a different reason for preferring that season! Life is made up of seasons, too. Just as we are now watching fall slip away and getting ready to experience winter, there are many around us starting to experience the “winter” of their life. Nature reminds us that seasons differ from year to year. One year it may be extremely cold and rainy, while the next year it may be slightly cool and dry. Life is very similar—one person may start their “winter” cloaked in limitations, while another enters theirs clucking like a spring chicken! Whatever the case may be, finding a spot in your life for these “winter” souls can be a very enriching activity. Winter in nature is usually labeled with a monthly name—December, January or February. In life, we label our “winters”— seniors! Now, being one myself, I can assure you there are positives and negatives to be found in this season! Love the discounts; hate the aches, pains and the realization I can’t lift all of my potted plants any longer. I get tired before I am finished raking all the leaves and I surely can’t bag them now. I love that I have more time to spend outdoors and maybe even time to plant a winter vegetable garden. I hate that I don’t have the stamina to do it myself! Lifting 25-pound bags is not an easy task, nor is bending over.

There are many opportunities to prepare for the winter that is right around the corner—especially in the garden. Raised beds are a great way to keep gardening available. If you are a “summer” or “fall” person, someone you know would love a little help putting these in.

One year it may be extremely cold and rainy, while the next year it may be slightly cool and dry. Long-handled garden tools make great presents for your “winter” gardening friends. Stools, benches and level paths also make the “winter” gardener’s life a bit easier. Gardening can be the impetus that carries winter into spring. A garden provides exercise, fresh air, a place to be needed and the reward of watching hard work turn into fulfillment. If you are falling into the “winter” of your life, you still have time to prepare for that first frost! Don’t be afraid to ask for a little help or company in the garden. Those of you lucky enough to have some “winter” friends, find a way to let nature show you just how nurturing gardening through the seasons can be! Email your gardening questions and comments to Lisa at shakeslyons@aol.com.

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a dining table piled high with turkey, stuffing, ham, mashed potatoes and various cheesy casseroles is part of what makes Thanksgiving our favorite holiday. Part of its charm comes from giving thanks for this year’s blessings and spending time with family and friends. And finally— there is a formality about Thanksgiving that makes it extra special. Picture your family dressed in their finest fall outfits (even if it is 90 degrees in Louisiana) and congregating around a perfectly appointed table in anticipation of a wonderful meal. This year, impress your dinner guests with a table setting fit for the pilgrims themselves. Touches of orange with natural pumpkins and gourds set a decidedly fall scene. You can even write the names of your guests on the side of mini pumpkins in a gold sharpie or paint pen for a unique place card. Table runners are a beautiful way to add whimsy to a traditional table. For this table, we used layered marble and paisley paper table runners—perfect for easy cleanup. All items in this scene available from Niche Modern Home, 985-624-4045.

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ENTERPRISING WOMAN Standing the Test of Time WRITTEN BY JILL WILLIE PHOTOS BY STEVE RANDON

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THE VALUE OF FURNITURE lies in its ability to stand the test of time. It needs to hold up to decades of wear and tear yet retain its beauty and usefulness. For Billie Comeaux, the qualities that make a great piece of furniture are also the same qualities that have made American Factory Direct Furniture a success for the last 20 years. Beginning her career as designer and draftsman, Billie often says that when she married into the Comeaux family, she married into the furniture business. In the greater New Orleans area, the name Comeaux has become virtually synonymous with furniture. The family started in the furniture business in 1935 and in 1996 Billie and her husband Robert began their independent venture, American Factory Direct, on Hwy. 59 in Mandeville. As Billie and Robert celebrate the business’s 20-year milestone, they do so with the third generation of the Comeaux family, David as COO and Grace as CFO. They’ve expanded from their modest original 10,000-square-foot showroom to 40,000-square-feet of space on that site, as well as two additional locations in Long Beach, MS and Baton Rouge. There is also a Distribution and Clearance Center just off I-12 in Covington. “Family is at the heart of our business,” Billie said. “Our children spent many of their formative years at the store. It’s a large part of who they are as well. American Factory Direct is more than just our family—it’s our employees, our vendors and our customers. We have held special celebrations for each of these groups in recognition of our 20th anniversary because they’ve helped us become who we are. The Lord has put them in our path for a reason, and for that we are thankful.” Billie vividly remembers an incident early on when the Lord put a particular vendor in her path. It was the banker who finally approved the SBA loan to open American Factory Direct Furniture Outlets. Robert and Billie had been rejected numerous times for financing, in part because of the unfamiliarity with the concept of ‘factory direct’

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BELOW: A rendering of the 40,000-square-foot-ﬂagship showroom, joining the distribution and clearance center in 2017 for an American Factory Direct campus off of I-12 in Covington.

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Original location 10,000 sq/ft opens on Highway 59 in Mandeville.

30,000 sq/ft showroom and warehouse addition.

80,000 sq/ft Distribution center opens off I-12 in Covington.

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furniture. One banker, however, had just bought his own dining room set from a factory direct company in another state. “Having such a bad experience, when we presented our business concept ‘factory direct pricing with local service’ he approved our loan,” explained Billie. “We have been blessed throughout our journey. There were times when things may not have worked out like we originally planned, but looking back, I can see the barriers that we thought were blocking our way were actually guiding us along the right path,” Billie said. The company’s growth has been deliberate and strategic. The decision to open the distribution center was a key factor in American Factory Direct’s ability to expand and succeed in other markets. “We have evolved from a BELOW: Robert Comeaux’s dad opened the original family business in 1935 with the ﬁrst small appliance store. BELOW RIGHT: This “True Vintage” bedroom set, designed by Hooker, is an example of the timeless designs available at American Factory Direct. Every piece has a unique story.

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‘mom and pop’ to a three store operation, giving us the buying power to compete with big-box national competitors. Being privately and locally owned is a competitive advantage, enabling us to buy the local styles and trends that appeal to our Louisiana roots.” She continued, “Having the additional warehouse space also allowed us to open a clearance center. We can offer further discounted prices on pieces that might not be moving quickly in our showrooms. This is a wonderful opportunity for customers looking for high quality furniture at an even lower price point.” Continuing their legacy of strategic growth, American Factory Direct plans to expand their distribution center into an American Factory Direct campus with the opening of a flagship showroom on the site of the I-12 property in the near future. The recent enhancement to American Factory Direct’s Design Center is another example of the company’s commitment to addressing the needs of its customers. Three interior designers are available to assist those who are interested in creating an entire new look and environment with their furniture. Complimentary in-store appointments are included as part of the Design Center’s services. As CEO and Corporate Designer, “My goal is to be educated not only in the newest styles and designs in furniture but to enhance our showrooms and also build internal systems. Floor design and marketing is also a large part of my daily schedule.” The dynamic that Billie shares with Robert is a balance of her eye for design and his ability to secure the best pricing for their clients. In fact, the couple is the epitome of American Factory Direct’s philosophy, all about Price… all about Design. David and Grace have contributed to this successful balance. Their other son, Robbie Comeaux is an Executive Pastor for Worship at North Phoenix Baptist Church Sophisticated Woman | November 2016 23

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“I like to incorporate timeless designs. Each piece has a unique story.” and Adjunct Professor of Theology at Grand Canyon University. “We know that change is an important part of our success. You have to be able to adapt to change in order to thrive. Whether it’s adjusting to a volatile economy, implementing innovative computer systems or carrying different styles, American Factory Direct is constantly evolving.” In response to the trend toward an eclectic mix of industrial metals and wood, American Factory Direct will introduce its newest collection in the next few months. “I like to incorporate timeless designs. Each piece has a unique story,” says Billie. The Urban Vintage line will be featured at the Hwy. 59 location. Inspired by bohemian and urban influences and French Farmhouse design, the line will add to the style choices and bring more options to customers. Just like a quality piece of furniture, American Factory Direct has stood the test of time. From their backgrounds in furniture sales and design to their forward thinking business acumen, the Comeaux family has a strong history of service, a solid foundation for excellence and an even American Factory Direct Furniture is located at 68490 Hwy. 59 in Mandeville with additional locations in Long Beach, Baton Rouge and I-12 in Covington. For more information call 985-871-0300 or visit afd-furniture.com. TOP LEFT: Siblings Grace Comeaux Piro, CFO and David Comeaux, COO both work for the family business. RIGHT: Billie and Robert Comeaux pictured with Gigi, the store’s mascot. BELOW: The entire Comeaux family pictured at their annual gathering.

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LIKE ANY CITY founded over two centuries ago, the city of Covington boasts a rich sense of history. The Covington Heritage Foundation (CHF) was established during the city’s bicentennial year to preserve and celebrate this unique history. “With the help of the Board and our many volunteers, we’ve accomplished the goal of creating activities that celebrate our great city’s culture and heritage,” says CHF president Sharon Nunez. One of the most anticipated events of the year is CHF’s annual History and Holly Home Tour. This year’s event is scheduled for Sunday, December 11 and will follow the theme, “Then and Now” with seven homes, some dating back to the turn of the century and some that have been built in historic Covington within the last ten years. We were excited to have the opportunity to visit two of the homes on the tour and bring you a sneak peek at the December event. The Couvillon home, located on S. Vermont Street in the Spring district of Covington, was built in 1906 by the Smith family and acquired by Alice and Robert Couvillon in 1981. Alice and Robert adore their front porch and can be seen enjoying “porch time” daily. “When we bought the house, the owners, the Bonnettes, told us that we would love the porch, and they were so right. Sometimes we think that we only needed to buy a porch! The porch has seen babies, birthdays, holidays, friends, boyfriends, weddings and now grandbabies,” says Alice. The Couvillons opened up the home’s living and dining area by tearing down a wall that used to contain a small office area. In keeping with the historic nature of the house, the Couvillon home is filled with sentimental antiques and heirloom family photos. “Most of the furniture was inherited,” explains Alice, “The cane rocker and sofa belonged to my grandparents. I was rocked in that chair as a baby. The courting chair is from Robert’s home. There is a photo going up the stairs of Rob and his brother and sister sitting on the chair when they were children.”

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The home of Jan and Gayden Robert sits a few blocks from the Couvillon home on New Hampshire Street in the midst of historic downtown Covington, just one block from restaurants, shopping, art galleries and even closer to the concerts at the landing and festivals in the park. When the opportunity arose for the pair to renovate this craftsman bungalow and downsize from the home where they raised their two children, they didn’t hesitate. Over the course of 16 months, they opened walls and added a bit of square footage to the small home. They “took” one of the home’s three bedrooms for the living area, and then added another bedroom to the second story. Post-renovation, the living area spans the width of the house in front and then extends into a dining area and kitchen, leaving plenty of room for entertaining. While the columns and covered porch look original to the 1920s home, they were actually added seamlessly during the renovation.

A wood-burning fireplace was constructed to bring warmth and a new focal point in the welcoming living area, and craftsman-style details like tapered columns separating the dining room and kitchen were also added. Original hardwood floors flow throughout the living and dining areas to the well-loved kitchen. Jan is responsible for Sophisticated Woman’s “Foodies and Friends” blog, which focuses on recipes and enjoying food with friends, so you can imagine that the kitchen is as much the heart of this home as the porch is for the Couvillons. According to the Covington Heritage Foundation, The History & Holly Home Tour is a seven-tenths of mile walk near Bogue Falaya Park and Christ Episcopal Church in the divisions of St. John and Spring. Two trams will be available for those who wish to use them. Tickets may be purchased in advance at local stores including The Jefferson House, Hebert’s Cleaners, the Southern Hotel and Braswell Drugs. The event will take place on December 11 from 3 to 7 p.m. Day of event tickets will also be available.

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Lush velvet fabrics in rich, vibrant hues are stealing the scene this fall. Historically associated with nobility, this fall trend’s distinctive look and feel will upgrade any ensemble.

Velvet dress in deep berry with twist front and drop sleeves paired with Vince Camuto gold cage heels, perfect for a night on the town.

Dress $44, rhinestone choker $16, Columbia Street Mercantile, 985-809-1789. Heels $98, Shoefﬂé, 985-898-6465.

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fashion FAR LEFT: Choose a lively tone of blue velvet in this wedding-festivity worthy dress and style minimally.

Dress $49, Columbia Street Mercantile, 985-809-1789. Shoes $69, Shoefﬂé, 985-898-6465. Earrings, Anna Liv Design. Madison Crossbody bag, Gigi New York. NEAR LEFT: Double up on velvet with these sassy scalloped velvet shorts, an embellished silver velvet top and black cage heels.

Top $44, Simply Chic Boutique, 985-778-2010. Shorts $49, Michele Boutique, 985-951-2101. Shoes $39, Shoefﬂé, 985-898-6465.

BELOW: This black velvet jumpsuit with a plunging neckline is a show stopping look paired with a layered gold necklace and textured gold clutch.

Jumpsuit $69, Michele Boutique, 985-951-2101. Necklace $24, Columbia Street Mercantile, 985-809-1789. Clutch $69, Shoefﬂé, 985-898-6465.

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fashion Olive velvet tank with scalloped leather shorts, leather wrap necklace and olive Franco Sarto booties.

Tank $39, wrap necklace $12, shorts $58, Columbia Street Mercantile, 985-809-1690. Shoes $139, Shoefﬂé, 985-898-6465. Mirrored Sunglasses $18, Michele Boutique, 985-951-2101. Jenni Saddle Bag, Gigi New York. Earrings $40, Simply Southern.

Platinum velvet tank with a bomber jacket, grey moto-jeggings and Dr. Scholl’s snake print sneakers.

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this upcoming holiday season. This porcelain piece embodies the Japanese art of folding squares of paper into representational shapes. Gild Home Décor, 3441 E. Causeway Approach, Suite C, Mandeville, 985-629-4002.

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home for the holidays. These New Orleans Streets Glasses, set of 4 including Royal, Bourbon, Decatur and Chartres, will make a perfect gift for any native to the area. Niche Modern Home, 1901 Hwy. 190, Mandeville, 985-624-4045, nichemodernhome.biz.

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and ready in all of fall’s cozy prints and colors. Open Sundays after Thanksgiving. Basics Underneath Fine Lingerie, 1281 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, 985-727-9521, 5513 Magazine Street, New Orleans, 504-894-1000.

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are the perfect way to start the fall season and are great with jeans or leggings. Go celebrate The Villa’s 15th year in business. The Villa. 1281 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, 985-626-9797, thevilla-mandeville.com.

. THE TEMPLETON SILVER PACIFIER CLIP is a great gift for stylish, on-the-go

moms! This 2-in-1 gift easily converts to an heirloom bracelet and works with all pacifiers. Made from sterling silver. Ellie’s Boutique, 1901 Highway 190, Mandeville, 985-626-3099.

. THE MERSEA TRAVEL WRAP is 100 percent linen, feather-light and gorgeous. This perfect southern gift comes in coral, grey, white and azure in a convenient zippered travel pillow pouch. Chaleureux, 120 West Pine St., Ponchatoula, 985-486-0065.

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Mandeville Elementary School second graders Ross Harper, Maria Ascani and Luke Bennett showed their support for the annual St. Tammany Parish Black & Gold Day.

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Ella Petitto will be featured on the Food Network’s hit series Chopped Junior on an episode set to air November 8 at 7 P.M. Ella is the second student from Culinary Kids to be featured on the show and was selected to compete in the national television series.

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Ms. Helmstetter’s Kindergarten class from Madisonville Elementary School learned about sorting by color and shape in math. Pictured are Gemma Simms, Zachary Baham, Jagger Martinez and Luke Foret.

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Students at Bayou Lacombe Middle School participated in Literacy Characters Night and dressed as their favorite book characters. Pictured are Issac B. and his little sister with Chris C.

Congratulations to Archbishop Hannan High School 2015-2016 second semester principal honor roll recipients, Peyton Balisteri & Anna Helton.

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Serve kid friendly foods! If your child is picky, create a few fun Thanksgiving themed treats to accompany the rest of the meal. PB&J cut into turkey shapes with a cookie cutter are cute, tasty and festive.

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Covington’s WHARTON CHAPTER OF THE DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION hosted their annual Constitution Lunch at Benedict’s Plantation. Wharton Chapter ofﬁcers Charlotte Nagy, Anne Raposo and Emily Smith pictured with guest speaker, District Attorney Warren Montgomery.

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without incident have integrity. We can trust that we will safely get to the other side because the bridge is not going to collapse. Strong minds are like that. We can experience challenges and winds of change and unlike edifices of concrete, endure. Every four years we are invited to vote in a presidential election and every effort is made to sway our votes. I encourage you vote with integrity, gather what truth exists about the candidates and make the best decision for you. Remember that when the votes are tallied, only one candidate is selected. At the end of the day, we are likely neighbors to people who voted for the opponent. Then I hope we will recall that we are one nation, under God, after all. Abraham Lincoln wrote, “A house divided against itself cannot stand.” I’ve heard anxious talk from patients and business clients about moving away, getting away and basically running away. As I recall, when things get tough, Americans don’t run; they stand and look around to shore up the strength of their homes and communities. That is what has made America great and in faith will do so this time. The Pilgrims didn’t run away from Great Britain. They moved to a new country full of hope, dreams, unprecedented hardships and great prosperity. That willingness to band together for the good of all is the foundation of the USA. Personal integrity multiplied by millions will restore families, communities and this nation. Let’s recall that it is not in mere leaders but “In God We Trust.” See you at the polls. God bless the USA.

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Legacy Luncheon to celebrate their past, present and future. Pictured are principals Bill Brugmann, Roxanne Lagarde, Laura Norsworthy and Mitch Stubbs from left to right in the order they served.

The Humane Society of Louisiana presented the “HERO OF THE FLOOD AWARD” to Dr. Ashley Geoghegan of VetNaturally and Dr. Liza Ledet of Mandeville Animal Hospital. The award honored their work in assisting and aiding animals in need during the August 2016 Flood.

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Every Monday

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. Story Time for Toddlers. Arts & Crafts, Singing, Dancing and Characters, 10 a.m., reservation required, X Fusion Family Arena, 1455 N. Collins Blvd., Covington, 985-273-1385, xfusioninfo@gmail.com.

Every 2nd & 4th Monday

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.

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

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.–Noon, 1808 Front St., Slidell, camelliacitymarket.org. Mandeville Trailhead Community Market. 9 a.m.–1 p.m., Mandeville Trailhead Cultural Interpretive Center, 985-624-3147, mandevillemarket@gmail.com.

Every 2nd Saturday Madisonville Art Market. 10 a.m.–4 p.m., Water St., Madisonville, 985-643-5340, madisonvilleartmarket.com.

Every Sunday

Abita Springs Farmers Market. Noon–4 p.m., Abita Trailhead, 985-807-4447, mrnmedic@gmail.com.

Oct.-Nov. 26

Reginald Pollack and the Dance of Death: Selections from the New Orleans Museum of Art. Exhibit on display, St. Tammany Art Association, 320 N. Columbia St., Covington, 985-892-8650, sttammanyartassociation.org.

4th Annual Men Who Cook! beneﬁtting Hope House, 4−7 p.m., tickets at the door: $75 or $125 per couple, on top of the Justice Center Parking Garage, Covington, cachopehouse.org.

Saints, Spirits and Sangria, 6 p.m., An evening with author Deborah Burst, Covington Heritage Foundation members only event (non-members may join online or at the event), 600 block of N. Columbia Street across from the old Covington cemetery, covingtonheritagefoundation.com.

One Direction Healthcare Grand Opening, 3:30–4:30 p.m., 550 Brownswitch Road, Slidell.

Open House for Prospective Students. 6−8 p.m., St. Scholastica Academy, 122 S. Massachusetts St., Covington, 985-892-2540.

Dew Drop Jazz Hall Fall Concert Series featuring Jojji Wight and New Orleans Family Band. 6:30−9 p.m., $10 admission, Dew Drop Jazz and Social Hall, 430 Lamarque St., Mandeville, 985-624-9604, dewdropjazzhall.com.

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5th Annual Pontchartrain Film Festival, Admission: $5, Friday: 7–9 p.m., Saturday: 9 a.m.-9 p.m., Mandeville Trailhead, 504-475-0257, pontchartrainﬁlmfestival.com.

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Ponchatoula Antique Trade Days & Arts-Craft Fair. 9 a.m.−5 p.m., Historic Downtown Ponchatoula, Judy Berner, 985-351-4029, ponchatoulachamber.com.

The Junior League of Greater Covington’s 20th Annual Harvest Cup Polo Classic presented by Techcrane. 11 a.m., Summergrove Farms, 16191 Hwy. 40, Folsom, harvestcuppolo.com.

St. Anselm will host its 11th Annual Golf Classic. The cost is $125 per golfer or $500 per foursome, proceeds will beneﬁt future building projects at St. Anselm, for more information call 985-845-7342.

Covington Art Market presented by St. Tammany Art Association. 9 a.m.−1 p.m., Covington Trailhead, 419 N. New Hampshire St., Covington, 985-892-8650, sttammanyartassociation.org.

5−6, 12−13, 19, 25−27

Louisiana Renaissance Festival. 9:45 a.m.−5 p.m., 46468 River Rd., Hammond, 985-429-9992, larf.org.

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Wine and Dine with Hospice. 6:30−9:30 p.m., price is $75, Benedict’s Plantation, 1144 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville, 985- 643-5470.

Happy Thanksgiving!

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6th Annual Mistletoe Market, Thursday: 5−9 p.m., Friday: 10 a.m.−4 p.m., Christ Episcopal School, 80 Christwood Blvd., Covington, 985-871-9902, facebook.com/CESMistletoeMarket.

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12th Annual Starry November Night. 6−10 p.m., Downtown Hammond, Downtown Development District, 985-277-5681, dddhammond.com.

11−12, 18−19

Ticket to Ride: An Evening with Karen Carpenter. 8−10 p.m., Price: $22.50 - $30, Cutting Edge Theater at Attractions Salon, 767 Robert Blvd., Slidell, 985-649-3727.

Northshore Cajun Dancers presents Nouveaux Cajun Express. 8−10:30 p.m., members $8, non-members $10, Abita Springs Townhall, 22161 Level St., Abita Springs, northshorecajundancers.com.

Jolly Jingles Market presented by Junior Auxiliary of Hammond. 9 a.m.−4 p.m., Pennington Student Activity Center, Southeastern Louisiana University Campus, 1350 N. General Pershing, Hammond, jaofhammond.com/jajollyjingles.

Nov. 25−Dec. 11 12−13

Covington Three Rivers Art Festival. The 20th Annual festival features tent after colorful tent along the streets of historic downtown Covington. 10 a.m.−5 p.m., 200−800 blocks of Columbia St., Covington, 985-327-9797, info@threeriversartfestival.com, threeriversartfestival.com.

Starry November Night kicks off of the downtown holiday shopping season. 6–10 p.m., historic downtown Hammond, dddhammond.com, 985-277-5681.

Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra presents The Planets. 7:30 p.m., First Baptist Church, 16333 LA1085, Covington, lpomusic.com.

Dew Drop Jazz Hall Fall Concert Series featuring Tom McDermott & Meschiya Lake Duet followed by Meschiya Lake & Little Big Horns. 5:30−9 p.m., $10 admission, Dew Drop Jazz and Social Hall, 430 Lamarque St., Mandeville, 985-624-9604, dewdropjazzhall.com.

Over the River and Through the Woods. 8–10:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, 2–5 p.m. Sundays, adult $16, youth $8, Slidell Little Theatre, 2024 Nellie Dr., Slidell, 985-641-0324.

Nov. 25−Dec. 24

Christmas in the Country. Time varies; most shops open 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday - Saturday, some Sundays. Restaurant and nightclub hours vary, free, throughout historic downtown Covington, 985-892-1873.

Jazz’n the Vines Fall Concert Series “Holiday’n the Vines” featuring Christian Serpas and Ghostown, 12:30-3 p.m., admission $10, children 17 and under: free, 81250 Old Military Road, Bush, 985-892-9742, pontchartrainvineyards.com.

43rd Annual Country Market Christmas Open House. 10 a.m.−4:30 p.m., 10 E Pine St., Ponchatoula, Billie Jo Lard, 985-386-2536, ponchatoulacountrymarket.org.

Nov. 18−Dec. 23

“Stop the Madness!” presented by the East St. Tammany Coalition. Opening reception 5−7 p.m., regular hours Wednesday−Friday Noon−4 p.m., free, Slidell Cultural Center, 2055 Second St., Slidell, 985-646-4375, myslidell.com.

Jazz ‘N Roll. 7−11 p.m., St. Paul’s School, 917 S. Jahncke Ave, Covington.

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The 7th annual Kickin’ Parkinson’s fundraiser in support of Team Fox raised $381,700 this year bringing their three-year total to over $1 million raised for Parkinson’s. The event, hosted at Stone Creek Club and Spa featured food from local restaurants, a silent auction and music from The Molly Ringwalds.

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KELLY KICKING CANCER Kelly Kicking Cancer celebrated their 2nd annual gala, An Evening in the Vineyard at the Castine Center in Mandeville. The fundraiser is ongoing, but exceeded their goal of $25,000. All funds raised are donated for research to eradicate brain cancer.

WALK TO END ALZHEIMER’S The Northshore’s 2016 Walk to End Alzheimer’s raised over $70,000 for the Alzheimer’s Association with the help of their teams, walkers, donors and sponsors. The walk took place in Fontainebleau State Park.

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BRACTOBERFEST The fourth annual BRActoberfest event was held at the Barley Oak in Mandeville and raised over $8,000 for the American Cancer Society. Sophisticated Woman sponsored two bras. A Michael Jackson themed bra was modeled by Chris Dalton of Frazier Insurance and a Pizza themed bra was modeled by chef Gavin Jobe of Meribo. The male models had a wonderful time and the bras were auctioned at top dollar for a great cause!

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