Social Northshore | April 2023

SOCIAL NORTHSHORE

[COVINGTON, LA] - Gulf States Real Estate and Construction Services announces a new major redevelopment project in Covington, Louisiana. The Project will bring Urban Air Adventure Park and Goldfish Swim School to St. Tammany Parish. These new Family-Focused Venues will be located at 50 Park Place Drive in Covington, Louisiana, next to Home Depot, previously occupied by Rouses Food Store. Mike Saucier, President of Gulf States, and other partners will fully renovate the property for America’s #1 Family Entertainment and Swim School Venues. “We are very excited to secure these two great attractions for the Northshore, said Saucier.” Our Company has been focused on attracting quality family entertainment and children’s activities to the area for quite some time now to enhance the quality of life on the Northshore and provide activities that help build stronger family and corporate units.”

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FROM THE EDITOR

As we welcome the arrival of spring, I am filled with a sense of renewal and optimism. The longer days, warmer weather, and blooming flowers are a reminder that there is always a new chapter waiting to unfold. As we move forward, let us embrace this season of growth and change.

This issue features an article on the new construction of Frank Stuart and Vince Liuzza’s lakefront home, which combines modern aesthetics with a Southern feel. Additionally, we showcase the Brickhouse family of nine, and highlight community leader Kelly LaRocca, who has made an impact as Director of the St. Tammany Parish Library since 2019. Last but certainly not least, The Blue Room at the Roosevelt wedding of Demi and Tommy is both stunning and sophisticated.

We are delighted to continue providing a platform for highlighting business leaders, community events, and local charities. Thank you for allowing us to be a valuable resource. Stay tuned for our upcoming Real Estate Issue next month.

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Bert Burr Expressions Photography

Wedding by Emily Songer Photography

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Kids join the fight

and Children’s Hospital New Orleans reimagine the child healthcare experience with first of its kind ‘Walker’s Imaginarium’, a 12,000 sq. ft center that will bring play, learning and fun to children receiving care in the hospital, in loving memory of Walker Beery.

With a shared vision to build a healthier future for children, the two organizations are teaming up to raise funds for the $10M project which will be located on the main campus of Children’s Hospital New Orleans.

Imagine a place where kids can discover, learn, play and just be kids - in a hospital. Children’s Hospital New Orleans and Kids Join the Fight did. The two organizations have announced plans to build a visionary, 12,000 square foot enrichment center located on the hospital’s main campus.

The center is named ‘Walker’s Imaginarium’ in memory of Walker Beery, the brave boy who launched Kids Join The Fight before he passed away following a courageous fight against pediatric brain cancer last September.

Thanks to Walker’s vision to make a difference for other children like him and the generosity of friends and supporters, this inspired project will provide a therapeutic space for patients and families to thrive, find joy, and enjoy time together while in the hospital.

“Being in a hospital setting can be scary for any child,” said John R. Nickens IV, President and Chief Executive Officer at Children’s Hospital New Orleans. “We believe that children learn and heal through play, and we must meet them where they are. This project does just that – delivering a playful and energizing environment that will create more positive healthcare experiences. That’s what our partnership with Kids Join The Fight is all about.”

In addition to offering an innovative environment for kids receiving care in the hospital, Walker’s Imaginarium also provides opportunities to invite the community in, creating a unique opportunity where sick and well children can safely interact, engage, and support one another through empathy and

encouragement, including siblings, families, friends, visiting groups and the community.

As Louisiana’s premier children’s hospital, Children’s Hospital New Orleans has delivered expert healthcare

for children across Louisiana and the Gulf South for more than 65 years. With a recently completed $300 million transformation of its main campus in New Orleans, Children’s Hospital provides the highest level of pediatric care in the state, backed by more than 600 pediatric-trained providers, and partnerships with LSU Health New Orleans and Tulane University School of Medicine. Children’s Hospital also operates ambulatory clinics across Louisiana and the Gulf South including 12 primary care clinics and nine specialty clinics from Lake Charles to Bay St. Louis, Mississippi.

Learn more about Walker’s Imaginarium and giving opportunities at

“We believe that children learn and heal through play, and we must meet them where they are. This project does just that – delivering a playful and energizing environment that will create more positive healthcare experiences.”

Our 400+ pediatric specialists are here for your little one.

Since 1955, Children’s Hospital New Orleans has provided extraordinary care for children and families across Louisiana, including on the Northshore. With our all new, expanded pediatrics, specialty care and outpatient therapy location in Covington, choosing specialized care for your little one close to home has never been easier! To schedule an appointment today call 504.896.2888.

Schedule today on the Northshore. chnola.org/northshore

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Camp present a creative arts and experience camp for ages 2-12

Session dates:

June 5-16 (ages 2-9)

June 19-30 (ages 2-12)

July 10-21 (ages 2-9)

THE BOOK LOVER

BY LIESEL SCHMIDT

Since moving to the Northshore, a few years before Hurricane Katrina had her way with the Louisiana coast, Kelly LaRocca has carved out a career in the St. Tammany Parish library system, working her way up through the annals—first, as a reference librarian before becoming branch manager, assistant director and then stepping into the role of interim director in 2018. In 2019, she was permanently selected to the position of director.

What that role of “director” brings to her daily responsibilities varies, but LaRocca has 150 library employees spread across 12 locations under her charge. “I work with the board in developing and maintaining policies, work with the staff on procedures that put those policies into action, and am directly responsible for the budget and finances of the library,” she says. “Over the last two years, I have also been heading up our strategic planning process. Although there are certainly cycles to the year, each day is very different.”

With reference work strong in her background, the position as reference librarian she initially took with St. Tammany was a natural fit—and over the past two years, she has shown that natural acumen in her role as director. A passionate advocate for literacy, LaRocca’s love for the library is one born of the understanding for what the institution means for the community. “The best thing about the public library is the number of lives we touch and the needs we are able to meet,” she says. “The smile on someone's face when you can connect them with what they are looking for and the wonder on the faces of little ones during story time is magical. There is always something for all ages going on at the library.

“Libraries are community centers providing opportunities for learning and self-discovery,” LaRocca continues. “Any given day, we help students of all ages with research, help someone find that next great read, provide a connection for a senior who joins a book club, assist job seekers with their resume or a new skill, and provide tools to help new parents learn the skills they can use to get their little one ready to explore their world through books and literacy. We have computer classes, crafting classes, story times, book clubs, gardening presentations, car repair manuals, genealogy tools, computers with high-speed internet and a full range of software,

quiet places for study, community meeting rooms, and resources and books on every topic you can imagine. We also have professional and well-trained staff to help you explore all the library has to offer. I have always liked to think about the public library as a ‘bootstrap university.’ If you want to learn something or try something new, we offer the tools and assistance to make it happen.”

Since becoming director, LaRocca has overseen a number of projects and changes to the St. Tammany library system, including the renovation of the Covington Library and entering the planning stages of Slidell Library's renovation. “I've also worked with staff to streamline and automate administrative functions that the public doesn't see, like payroll and procurement,” she says. “In addition, I have worked tirelessly on strategic planning with a concerted effort to include staff and community input. As we complete this planning process this spring, I hope that people will start to see the services and programs they asked for, such as more outreach and technology offerings.”

As a leader, LaRocca is naturally faced with challenges—the greatest of which is public awareness of the library’s importance—even in times when people have information at their fingertips on their phones. “It’s hard to express to someone who hasn't visited the library recently how vital the library is to our community and everything that we provide to our patrons,” she says. “Last year, we had 541,040 visits to the library with 967,327 items checked out. The library is well-used, and getting that message out is crucial. It is also a challenge to provide a library for people with a variety of backgrounds and perspectives—but a library should serve the entire community. As we look ahead to the future, we will be relying on all of the community input we received during our strategic planning process to make decisions about services, collections, and programs.”

LaRocca lives in Mandeville with her husband Joe, their two children, and the family cocker spaniel, Sandy. Naturally, she is an avid reader and is partial to science fiction novels and movies. “Cooking is a favorite pastime, so I make great use of the library's extensive and comprehensive cookbook collection,” she notes. She also enjoys taking long walks with Sandy and spending time outside in the garden.

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“because it really begins with you” -MR

The Golden Gala was the theme of the annual event hosted by Northlake Christian school. Attendees wore their best 1920’s attire to celebrate the night. This event was held at the Fleur de Lis Center and filled with a silent and live auction, as well as a live performance from Five Finger Discount.

Melissa Krone, Glenn Martin, and Jenni Vega

Lara Lewis, Heather Avery, and M’liss Hogan

Jason and Staci Coffey

Dan and Jill McNeil

Greg and Mary Beth Farnet

Carlie VanderVelde, Madeleine Lewis, Jessica Hornsby, and Monique Gioe

Lindsey and Nick Donovan

Stefanie and Derek Kitterlin

Matt Sherwood, Heather Sherwood, Katie Jones, and Brent Jones

Aimee and Richard Mize

Photos by Katie Ulmer

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Stephanie Gaspard, Margie Cheek, Elizabeth Ostadal, and Madeleine Lewis

Rachel Silvestri, Lifang Li, Gail Silvestri, and Jim Silvestri

Marllie Addison, Ashley Burks, Savannah Martinez, and Kasidy Grogan

JC Avila, Sol Avila, Ana Gonzalez-Hernandez, and Ramon Gonzalez-Hernandez

Gabriel and Jordyn Baldo Macie and Hunter Allen Emily Bottner, Becky Sider, and Haley Sandino

Kristi Perritt, Michael Perritt, Kyle Harris, and Nicole Harris

Jessica Kirby, Mark Kirby, Andrea Haney, and Derek Haney

Reggie Vega, Jenni Vega, Tammy Mele’, and Mallery Mele’

Tanya Wasson, Ryan Wasson, Matt McCune, and Jessica McCune

Mandy Fraher and Dana Hines Jennifer and Chris Bowman Rachel and Jeff Ireland

SUPER MOM Danielle Brickhouse

By Liesel Schmidt

When Danielle Brickhouse started with Netchex nine years ago, she was still in college and was really just beginning her career path. After working her way through the company, she’s now a Payroll Implementation Manager for the company that has poured time into her and supported her journey to motherhood.

Married to a man who grew up with foster siblings, Brickhouse’s desire to adopt was matched by his, and the couple began fostering early in their marriage. “When we got married, Matthew’s son, Miles, became my amazing bonus son,” she says. “Still, we knew we wanted more kids—but having our own biological children was not a ‘must have’ for us. One day, the conversation just came up naturally and we were instantly on the same page. A few short weeks later, we signed up for foster classes and immediately knew we wanted to make an impact on our community by fostering. We went in with the mindset of hoping to make a difference in a child’s life but were also open to adoption if the opportunity presented itself.

“Fast forward to many foster placements and successful reunifications later, we wound up adopting our five sweet kids from foster care,” Brickhouse continues. “We adopted William (10), Harlowe (4), and a sibling set of three this past April: Isabella (8), Michael (7), and Luna (6), all through foster care. When we started our foster care journey, I don’t think we necessarily pictured ourselves with such a big family but at this point I am not sure we know how to function any other way! Then, just as Matthew and I were getting comfortable with our current routines and celebrating finally being out of the diaper stage, we got the biggest shock and found out we were pregnant!”

After welcoming a baby boy in February, the family grew to nine. As crazy as it can be, Brickhouse is determined to show her kids an example of work and life balance. “I genuinely love being a working mom,” she says. “I appreciate my kids more because of my job and my job more because of my kids. I want to be a model to them, especially my girls, and show them that it is possible to balance a career and motherhood if that is something they want. You can absolutely have your king cake and eat it, too.

“I hope that me being a working mom also encourages my kids to always have some level of independence,” she goes on. “However, I want them to equally understand that independence does not mean you are not part of a team. I want our children to recognize that I can earn my own income and stand on my own two feet but happily choose to work side-by-side with their dad, as a team, to create the incredible life we have. I also want our children to have every opportunity possible, to try new things that interest them, fail or succeed, and then have the opportunity to try the next thing on their list. I’m thankful to be able to work to provide this type of life for them and for a flexible job that allows me to show up for them when they need me.”

At 31, Brickhouse may still be young, but the experience she’s gained in motherhood is something that feeds into all aspects of her life and how she approaches it. “Becoming a mom, you learn a lot,” she says. “Becoming a foster parent, you learn even more. You learn about yourself, raising babies, guiding kids and teenagers, navigating the broken system, drugs, trauma, court, balancing appointments, therapy—all of it. In the beginning, it’s hard to figure out, but somehow you make it happen. I gained not only confidence, but—more importantly— a backbone, and that new-found certainty has crept into every corner of my life in the best way possible. Learning how to stand up and fight for my kids literally changed the trajectory of their lives. Having that self-assurance has changed how I tackle my job and how I manage my staff. It has given me a level of patience, understanding, and will power that otherwise would have most likely taken many more years of life and work experience to gain. For that, I could not be prouder.”

Most of all, Brickhouse is proud of the family that she has helped build. “Every time my kids think of me, I want them to feel an overwhelming sense of love,” she says. “I want our kids to know how treasured, wanted and extremely valued they are. I never want them to hesitate to run to me as their safe place, and I want them to know with absolute confidence that I would move heaven and earth for each of them. The kids have taught us to soak up every single moment, and that is something that we will always hold onto.”

“I genuinely love being a working mom. I appreciate my kids more because of my job and my job more because of my kids.”

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We created our Dental Savings Plan because we believe that everyone should have access to this quality care. Consistent dental visits not only provide your child optimal oral care but are the best way to keep dental treatment costs down. It is also a great alternative for children that do not have dental insurance or that have recently lost their dental coverage.

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“We love working with the team at Social Northshore. They make the process so easy for us, and truly care about our success!”

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St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce

SWINGING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS

Swinging for Scholarships is a way for St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce to commit to the growth of business and keeping local talent in the community. This event uses proceeds from the tournament to provide three (3) $1,000 scholarships to local students who plan to attend a Louisiana college, university or community college.

Tori Colombo, Mayor Greg Cromer, and Jennifer Ricks

Jack Legnon and Rick Legnon

Andrew Richardson and Eric Weller

Shawn Torres and EJ Wells

Connie Ernst, Elizabeth Garland, Miranda Cirtwell, and David Landry

Ceaser Munoz and Brian Cook

Clark Sanchez and Scott Banker

Richard Wolcott and Glenn Weller

Chris Sale, Ciarra Bell, Emerson Baty, and Megan Daniels

Photos by Katie Ulmer

Miranda Cirtwell, Eva Mogabgab Snapp, and Elizabeth Garland Tanmay Mathur and James Buras

Grant Baker, Todd Glass, Ryan Jaeger, and Eric Pohlmann

Richard Wolcott, Glenn Weller, Eric Weller, and Andrew Richardson

Will Tolar and Chris Tusa

Bobby Hamilton and Stephen Scullin

Steve Golden and David Burch

Roy Oalmann and Bhavin Chauhan

Michael Ferrer, Cody Bruhl, and Andrew Mendheim

Brian Oatsvall, Joe Ditommaso, Marcus Speed, and JB Blackledge

Keith Ladner, Cooper Ladner, Mark Berry, and Peyton Licciardi

Jason Reibert, Matt Saucier, Mike Saucier, and Chad Catalano

Brad Achord, Arnold Molano, George Kellett, and Jimmy Comeaux

Michelle Krebs, Leah Long, and Noble-Bates Young

Rich Chase, Gordon Illing, and David Pisarich

COURTESY OF BAYOU BELLE and SIPSavory

STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE CRUMBLE BARS

Growing up in Ponchatoula, Louisiana, we always looked forward to strawberry season! Many of my family members were strawberry farmers, and although that time has passed, it is still as special to us as it has ever been. Our berries are said to be the best, and I hope that you will one day be able to enjoy them.

Last year, I made these strawberry shortcake crumble bars, and they were a total hit. Bring them to work, for the kid’s class treats, or just simply enjoy them at home.

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter

1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon firmly packed light brown sugar

1 large egg at room temperature

1 tsp salt

2 tsp vanilla extract

1 tsp lemon juice (for cream cheese mixture)

1 tsp lemon zest (for cream cheese mixture)

8 ounces softened cream cheese

1 cup plus ¼ cup confectioners’ sugar

1 cup heavy whipping cream

1 cup chopped strawberries

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat oven to 350

Line a 13x9 baking pan with parchment paper

Using a stand mixer with a paddle, beat the butter and brown sugar on low/medium

Mix until creamy, about 4 minutes

Scrape the sides of your bowl

Add the egg, beating until just combined

Add flour, salt, vanilla until your dough forms

Add about ¾ of the dough to your pan, and press it down

Bake for about 15 minutes until it is a light golden brown

Allow it to cool in pan (Completely!)

Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper

Add the rest of your dough while crumbling, onto the cookie sheet

Cook for about 8-10 minutes, until nice and golden

Allow it to cool and set aside

In a clean bowl of a stand mixer, still using the paddle attachment, add the cream cheese

Beat it on medium high until nice and smooth

Reduce it to low and slowly add your confectioners sugar (about ¼ cup at a time)

Add lemon juice and lemon zest

Transfer to a bowl and set aside

In a clean bowl of a stand mixer, this time using a whisk attachment

Beat heavy cream on medium high until stiff peaks form

Fold heavy cream mixture into the cream cheese mixture carefully

Fold in chopped strawberries

Spread into cooled pan on top of the crust

Spread evenly

Add the shortbread crumbles on top of cream cheese mixture

Refrigerate overnight (or at least 2 hours), uncovered

When completely cooled, you can carefully pick it up by the parchment paper and cut into servings

Optional:

Make it cute:

• Add freeze dried strawberries

• Add sprinkles

• Cut into cute shapes or triangles

The Northshore’s longest running, high profile charity event was held at Bogue Falaya Park and supporters showed up despite the cold temperatures. Chef Soirée is the annual fundraising gala for the St. Tammany Youth Service Bureau, which provides advocacy for at-risk youth and their families. Dozens of local restaurants featured tasting-size portions of delicious food and beverages as well as live music on two stages.

Patricia Lopez and Agustin Cayere-Lopez

Andree Bahan and Don Trexler

Kelly Wheeler and Emily Ceravolo

Jasmine Aria and Victoria Garcia

Maria Hebrock and Jon Walkenford

Amelia, Macy and Alison Larrieu

Ron Smith, Gina Smith, and Delany Jack

Photos by Katie Ulmer

Nathan Hoffman, Erica Spindler, Michelle Vo, and Nick Hoffman

Ashleigh Madden, Paul Madden, Alex Connelly, Jeremiah Cornwell, and Alicia Cornwell

Erin Wilson, Gus Wilson, Gary Wilson, and Marja Wilson

LaTonya Foster, Marnisha Sandifer, Yolanda Turner, and Battina Williams

Pam Derbins, Ashley O’Donley, and Beau Briner

Martha Gonzalez and Cleveland Wester Cindy Lamantoa and Jessica Ricaud

To be effective in their work, OneWayLove works with counselors on the East and West sides of St. Tammany Parish. These counselors share the needs of children and youth, and the organization provides for those needs. “Last year, we gave $13,000 in gift cards so the kids can purchase clothes, food, and other life necessities,” says Manint. “We also ordered 50 laptop computers, and we pay for their driving schools in addition to repairing donated cars, which we then gift to the teens. One young girl is now at Loyola because of the car we gave her, while another young man went to Delta College because of the car we gave him. We give them cell phones, and therapy if needed—just whatever is needed to help them cross the finish line in life.”

While the exact number of kids they help varies from year to year, Manint estimates that roughly 100 are helped annually by OneWayLove. “Since we founded OneWayLove in 2014, I can’t even begin to count how many kids we’ve helped in total,” she says.

Clearly, the work that they do is incredibly necessary—but unfortunately, it’s also something that not every community has. “It would be great if every community, everywhere, could have an organization like OneWayLove, because there are always children that have parents who are addicted or have broken lives spiraling out of control, and these kids become abandoned and need a home and someone to love them,” Manint says. “Our desire is to stop the cycle of brokenness and to help these children see the potential within themselves. That is the only way we are ever going to make a difference in their lives, long term.”

FINDS A WAY LOVE

By Liesel Schmidt

Anyone who has stayed awake into the wee hours of the morning, mindlessly staring at the TV as they wait for sleep to come, has seen their fair share of those commercials—the ones with the abused and abandoned animals, hopelessly gazing into the camera as Sarah McLachlan sing hauntingly in the background. Hearts break over those poor, helpless animals, and their cause is one that people pour thousands of dollars into addressing.

But what of the children?

Who makes the commercials that shine a light on the millions of children and youth who are left to fend for themselves, either on the streets or finding shelter with a friend—or, in the worst cases, with someone who places them in even greater danger? Seeing the plight of these young ones, OneWayLove was created in 2014 by sisters Rosemary Manint and Sandra Douglas. “We were raised in a home of sexual abuse, so we know what it feels like to walk with your head down and to feel unworthy, and we needed desperately to give our pain a purpose,” says Manint.

“What we do is very important because we help a child that has been abandoned by their parents due to drug abuse or prison, while some parents have died, and these children become couch surfers,” she continues. “They have no one in their corner. We let them know that they are seen, heard, and cared for. This can change the trajectory of a child’s life, because they can count on us when there is no one else in their corner to help them. They feel loved and taken care of.”

OneWayLove is a 501(c) 3 nonprofit, depending greatly on the generosity of the community in furthering their cause through individual and corporate donations. They also hold an annual fundraiser every March at the Slidell auditorium.

As challenging as running a non-profit can be, Manint and Douglas are constantly given affirmation that what they do is needed, through the stories of the kids who come to them. “Hearing the stories of these children and trying to put our heads on a pillow at night, knowing what they are going through is very difficult,” says Manint. “But we see the other side of their story, and that is our greatest accomplishment—seeing a child rise above their circumstances. When we meet them, their heads are down in shame or hopelessness. But after we’ve spent time with them, they are smiling and know that we are only a text away. One young girl’s stepmother tried to drown her in a bathtub, and now she is an artist who sells her drawings all over the world. Another young girl wants to begin a nonprofit and help others like we have helped her.

We stay connected long after they have graduated. We get invited to their baby showers and weddings. It warms our hearts, and our greatest reward is seeing these kids succeed in life.

“We feel like our community has changed for the better when the physical needs of a child have been met,” Manint continues. “It changes them. These kids are our future. They’re right here in our backyard, so we’re hoping to create a better community with kids that know they are loved and cared for.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND DONATION OPPORTUNITIES, VISIT ONEWAYLOVE.ORG.

SAINTPAUL’S SummerCamps

THEATER CAMP

Ages 9 - 13 Boys and Girls | Fee $375 (includes t-shirt); June 5-16, 9AM - 1PM Finding Nemo, Jr. performance June 17.

For more information, contact Gordon Carmadelle at g.carmadelle@stpauls.com (985)892-3200 x1991

STEM CAMP

Entering Grades 4th - 6th Boys and Girls | Fee: $200 (includes t-shirt and snacks)

June 5-9, 9AM-12PM

For more information, contact Tammy Freeman t.freeman@stpauls.com (985)778-9166

SPORTS CAMPS

Boys Ages 8-14 | Fee $240 (includes t-shirt); 9AM-3PM

Basketball: June 5-9

Football: June 12-16

Baseball: June 19-23

Golf: June 26-30

Soccer: June 26-30

Strength: June 26-30

Speed, Agility, Strength: July 10-14

Wrestling: July 17-21

Lacrosse: July 17-21

Rugby: July 17-21

SPECIALTY SPORTS CAMPS

Football - Offensive/Defensive Line: June 8-10

Boys Ages 8-14 | Fee $220

Football - Evaluation Camp: July 13 (4pm - 7pm)

Boys Ages 8-14 | Fee $40

Contact: sportscamps@stpauls.com or (985)778-9166

2023 REGISTRATION FOR ALL SAINT PAUL’S SUMMER CAMPS:

www.stpauls.com/student-life/summer-camp

FUNDRAISER

Mike and Cathy Saucier donated their home as the venue for WYES PBS’s Northshore awareness gathering in preparation for a larger fundraiser to be announced later this year. Felix Oyster Bar and Acquistapace’s, along with Mike’s brother Bubba cooking up the Jambalaya, graciously donated the food & beverages for all in attendance to this St Patrick’s Day themed extravaganza.

Cathy Saucier, Mike Saucier, Ann Ollendike, and Bill Ollendike

Wayne and Stephanie Songy

Glenn and Angie Daughdrill

Vicky Bayley, Janice and Dr. Joe Bullock

Emile Barre’, Ann Barre’, Maria Dum, and Mike Dum

Ricky and Jan Windhorst

Craig McMillin and Joni Soboloff

Parish President Mike Cooper, Hyatt Hood, Lori Murphy, and Rick Murphy

David Landry and Marion Schroder

Photos by Katie Ulmer

Dominic Massa, Doug Brennecke, Christy Verges, Vicky Bailey, and Robin Cooper

Chad Roberts, Rick Dennie, Tess Dennie, David Boudreaux, and Paul LeBlanc

Matt Guidry, Anne Barre’, Emile Barre’, Elizabeth Lee, and Guy Winstead

Jessica Brewster, Leigh Anne Wall, Paula Meiners, and Shelley Winstead

Robin Ascani and Lauren Wicker Aislinn Hinyup, Kerri Blanche, and Jim Tapley Cathy Saucier, Matt Saucier, and Lindsey Saucier

Billy Treadway, Frances Treadway, Karen Leunissen, and Marc Leunissen

Robin Cooper, Allen Churchill, and Kelli Churchill

Phil Riddlebarger, Leigh Anne Wall, Brett Petry, and Michael Blache

Dunbar Healy, Liz Healy, Lori Murphy, and Jane Slatten

Stephanie Songy, Allan Beaucoudray, and Katie Beaucoudray

Becky Toups and Gigi Savona

Karen Morgan and David Kelly

LEADING FEMALE PLASTIC SURGEON IN MANDEVILLE, LA

Dr. Michele Cooper

What Patients Are Saying

“…She was there for me every step of the way…”

When I went to Dr. Cooper, I was very nervous and afraid. I mean elective surgery is a big step. Not only did she make me feel at ease, I felt she was sincere. She didn’t make me feel as though I really needed the surgery. If anything, I walked out of there with more self confidence and that was before I actually had the surgery. She was there for me every step of the way, before and after. I have received so many compliments from the work she did. I have and will continue to recommend her to everyone.

“…Very comforting…”

I have been loving my new look ever since my surgery about 4 years ago. I enjoyed meeting Dr. Cooper and found her very comforting. She was able to give me the natural look I was going for!

“…Meticulous in every detail…”

Dr. Cooper and her staff are meticulous in every detail both medically and aesthetically. Most impeccable taste is also displayed throughout her Mandeville office building, adorned with marvelous furnishings and gallery art work.

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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

WALK -INCLINIC

Members gathered to celebrate the partnering of Our Lady of the Lake Physician’s Group and Money Hill to bring a new walk-in clinic to the area. This innovative new ambulatory clinic will offer traditional primary care as well as walk-in access to families across the Waldheim-Bush community. The clinic is scheduled to open in early 2023.

Photos by Kha Tran

Kia Hill, Corey Cotton, and Jessica Dill Justin Greenleaf and Patrick Descant

Ellie Merrill and Lori Hunter

Melissa Poirier and Heather Berkett

Kelly Nastasi, Robert Bobby, and Amelia Massle

Mark and Debra Beverly

Chris Mire and Katherine Riecke

Wendy Jarred, Janelle Stephens, and Maddie Gjenero

Mimi Dossett, Ellie Schroder, Scott Boudreaux, and Erin Patterson

Promoting Health and Wellness

Our goal is to help you feel beautiful inside and out

Why Restore Health and Wellness

• We are a telemedicine only weight loss/ wellness clinic.

• We offer medically managed weight loss , peptide therapy, and Lipo injections to improve your overall health and subjective well-being.

• We look forward to helping you reach, not only weight loss goals, but a healthier you.

• We will medically manage you through your weight loss journey and help you make long term changes to help you keep the weight off.

Our Mission

We aim to improve, change and sustain the overall physical health of our patients, and provide exceptional medical care through a personalized program based on a specific patient needs to achieve an overall improvement in health and well-being.

Jessica L. Bosch MSN, MBA, ANP-C Alison L. Thornhill DNP, APRN, FNP-C

The Christ Episcopal School Parent Association (CESPA) held their Art at the Park Opening Night Party at Maison Lafitte in Mandeville. Hosted by CESPA, the school’s largest event, Art at the Park, brings in significant funding that supports educational enhancements. The Opening Night Party is an adultonly cocktail party for sponsors, parents, and CES faculty and staff that takes place the night prior to the actual Art at the Park “day fair”.

Tara Guilbault and Charles Guilbault

Colby Crawford and Jennifer Crawford

Gretchen and Edward Dauterive

Paul and Laura Harrison

Aliska and Todd Fuller

Joe Seremet, Alisha Seremet, Danielle Hufft, and Jeff Hufft

Adam and Gretchen Thomas

Taylor and Brook Samuel

Elke and Myles Digby

Elise and Mark Nicaud

Photos by Kha Tran

CHRIST EPISCOPAL SCHOOL

Claudia Miccio and Stephanie Fabra

Nick Selby and Julia Selby

Jim Heurtin, Molly Heurtin, and John Morvant

Angie Bernard and Matt Bernard

Laura and Joseph Leonards

Shelley and Tyson Rogers

Ly Morvant and Matthew Morvant

Sherie Malta and Jennifer Spiak

Bryce McGovern and Katelin McGovern

ALIA BERGERON, REBECCA ROSENBOOM, AND CHRISTINA FONTENOT

WE ARE NOT JUST AHEAD OF THE CURVE - WE ARE DEFINING IT.

Justine Andersen, Cindy Dean, Alexis Shih, and Lowell Shih

Cayman Sinclair, Sara Sinclair, Maxwell Agnew, and Lauren Agnew

Amy Donald and Father Seth Donald Christopher and Caren Frater

ONE HOUSE,two homes

Looking at the white sided façade of the four-level home built on the lakefront in Old Mandeville by Frank Stuart and Vince Liuzza, one would be hard-pressed to identify this as anything other than a beautifully designed home, unified in its aesthetic and offering of a nod to traditional Southern architecture while maintaining modern appeal. But a closer examination would reveal that its interior spaces are not those of one home—but two.

Story: Liesel Schmidt

Photos: Eugenia Lubrano-Gangi of NOLA RE Marketing

We decided to build what appears to be one house but is actually two separate residences,” says Liuzza, owner of Liuzza Realty Group, and co-owner of Southern Window Accents with Stuart. “I would describe the architectural style as Southern transitional—this aesthetic typically includes features such as large front porches, tall ceilings, columns, and symmetrical facades, all of which are traditional Southern elements. At the same time, it also incorporates modern elements such as clean lines, minimalist design, and contemporary materials like glass and metal. The result is a unique blend of traditional Southern charm and modern sophistication.”

Partnering with Lauren Yarbrough of Livio Designs was the best decision we made.

After securing the homesite in January of 2021, Stuart and Liuzza hired Livio Designs to be the lead design team of the project. The firm worked closely with Stuart for 18 months to choose every color and finish of the exterior—from the porches and paint to the pool and rooftop deck—as well as the interior of Stuart/Liuzza residence on the second floor. “There are numerous elements that immediately grab your attention when first laying eyes on this charming property,” says Stuart. “It could be the wrought iron fence that serves as an entryway from the lakefront, the majestic oak tree located in the front yard, or the impressive grand staircase leading to our own front door.”

Comprised of four distinctively unique levels, the home features common areas on the ground floor including carport parking, an outdoor entertaining and kitchen area, interior lobby/stairs/elevator and a beautifully designed pool; Stuart and Liuzza’s personal residence on the second floor; the residence of Laura and Mike Massey on the third floor; and a 1200 square foot rooftop deck—the highest point on Lakeshore Drive. “We partnered with our long-time friends and fellow (former) residents of The Sanctuary, Laura and Mike Massey to build this home,” Liuzza explains of the home, which broke ground in October of 2021 and was completed in March of 2023.

PROJECT PARTNERS:

Livio Designs

Biggs Construction

H. Biggs Interiors

V Home & Interiors

Liuzza Realty Group

Southern Window Accents

Triton Stone Group

Laville Cabinets

Bounds Elevator

B&S Appliance

Top Notch Customs

Audio & Video

Closets by Design

Hestia Linens

Matouk Facets

Bevolo Grass Inc.

Sharp Consulting Group

A Plus Marble & Granite Designs

The Olde Mill

Tammany Supply

Northlake Glass

See-Hear Productions

KVS Architecture

Resource Bank

GENEROUS SPONSORS:

Paretti Family of Dealerships

Westco Motors

Pardos Restaurant

Snacx

Randi Barrett of Cross Country Mortgage

Crescent Title

David Harouni Gallery

Saladino Gallery

Each residence boasts a large front porch overlooking Lake Pontchartrain and two back screened porches. The Massey residence was designed and furnished by Holly Biggs Interiors, while the Stuart/ Liuzza residence was designed by Livio Designs and furnished by both Livio Designs and V Home & Interiors. The window treatments and patio shades for both residences were provided by locally owned Southern Window Accents. After completion of the home, Stuart and Liuzza tapped into their 20 year relationship with the ladies of the Junior League of Greater Covington by partnering with them to host two weekends of events and open houses that raised $30,000 for the organization.

Direct FROM THE GROWERto You

The idea for Garden Spot of Mandeville began decades ago when Judy King started growing ferns in greenhouses on her property, in Bush, Louisiana. Ferns take a while to grow to a size in which they are sellable and so Tommy, King’s husband, started growing vegetables to sell since they are faster and smaller. It was at this time he realized the potential of growing annuals and perennials and selling them to friends.

Word began to spread and people from all over started coming to the greenhouses in search of beautiful plants. They eventually had the idea to open The Garden Spot of Franklinton, an outdoor store created to sell locally grown, quality plants. The store became very popular, enticing people from all over and so the King’s decided to open a store in Mandeville to reach a larger audience.

Thus Garden Spot of Mandeville was born and today both locations are run by Tommy and Judy’s daughter, Sandy, and her husband Tony. Just as they started, annuals and perennials are still grown at the local greenhouses and both locations continue to serve their communities well with high quality, locally grown plant materials and expert customer service.

Garden Spot of Mandeville is a family-owned retail garden center, offering customers a wide selection of high-quality products. Our annuals and perennials are grown at our nursery located in Bush, Louisiana, and our shrubs and trees are sourced from local nurseries so you can rest assured that your plants are coming directly from the grower to you.

GET LUCKY GOLF TOURNAMENT

Participants gathered on the greens FORE a purpose, supporting the establishment of a Pediatric Center of Excellence at St. Tammany Health System. Their 12th annual tournament featured excellent food and beverage on the course and a fully-catered golfer after party with premium bar. All proceeds benefit the St. Tammany Hospital Foundation.

Tyler McGee, Brandon Eberts, and William Simpson

Paul Myers, Eric Suhre, and Jim Lee

Jan Budenz and Sherry Grady

Zach Wilson and Lincoln Dutruch

Jen Saint and Karen Haile

Jennifer Corcoran, Mariah Wallace, Nicole Suhre, and Melanie Rudolph

Kasey Jones and Kenny Guerin

Joe St. Philip and Kent Amacker

Chris Lambert, Sandy Morgan, and Danny Mollere

Ben Biller and Crystal Domreis

Photos by Katie Ulmer

Sherrill Pearson, Juliana Purcello, Chris Murray, and Bob Grear

Lori Cage, Emily Revere, Suzanne Richoux, and Tory Mansfield

Scott Westbrook, Cas Fitzpatrick, Matt Berger, and Ben Hamway

Tim Lentz and Alex Lentz

Patrick Gibbs and Kathleen Thomas

Paul Triche and Brad Fremen

Cherie Saucier and Mary Ellender

Aaron Baker, Scott Escarra, Greg Lucia, and Tyler Escarra

Scott Simon, Chad Poole, Rande Hoffman, and Chris Hedrick

Biz Frazier, Bobby Nelsen, Tammy Nelsen, and John Nelsen

Amy Brown, Mindy Bailey, and Katie Leonhard

Valerie Muntzner, Kelly Parker, Regina Green, and Amy Gowland

Ben Biller, Scott Nichols, Rhett Helmstetter, and John Girault

Rosanna Mays, Stacy Foster, and Melanie Rudolph

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Annual

DOWNTOWN COVINGTON

St. Patrick’s Day PARADE

Photos by Leslie Bear

So many Covington Residences came out to celebrate their Irish Heritage- and some just pretended for the day- for the Annual Covington St. Patrick’s day parade. Green could be seen for blocks in all sorts of forms. The green drinks were flowing, the Bag pipes were playing and an all-around great time was happening!

Kelsey Andre, John Pecoraro, and Madelyn Vydra Riley DePhillips, Lorelei Hill, Katie Hill, Maisie Hill, and Emma Carroll

Jenna and Mia Bush

Michele and Christopher Savoy

Rory, Tez, and Sayra Falghou

Tim McGuyrt, Patrick Bostic, Troy Cooper Sr., Troy Cooper Jr., Emily Richards, Natalie Bostic, and Heather McGuyrt.

Jennifer Dephillips and Alicia Pecoraro

Todd and Katy Nichoalds

Rocky, Zoe, and Brandi Jenkins

Patrick Marler, Isabella Rose Mingo, and Jesse Mingo

Krista Chatellier, Kent Chatellier, Brandon Brener, and Grey Moore

Janna and Elizabeth Duncan

Madelyn Dyess, Mark Dyess, Bridget Dyess, and Ashley Carrier

Jim Landversicht, Yvonne McGaha, Mona Fenasci, and Tim Fenasci

Suzie and Jordan Johnson

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COLETTE MARTIN

Colette Martin is an impressionistic textural artist based in Covington, Louisiana. She paints mostly with acrylics and uses any materials she can find to create depth through texture. Martin’s artwork is primarily inspired by her natural surroundings in her beloved home state of Louisiana. Oysters, Cypress-filled marshes, magnolias and native wildlife are just some of the common themes found in her work. Martin’s paintings can be found in a local boutique, Cameo on the Northshore in Old Mandeville and She also loves to create custom pieces of art, bringing clients’ personal visions to life in her own unique style. Martin was a licensed RN for two decades. She left her nursing career in 2022 to paint full-time and homeschool her two young children.

Tangipahoa Professional Women’s Organization and Southeastern Louisiana University’s Auxiliary Services hosted a fantastic business event for women on the move. Women Mean Business 2023 provided high impact strategies to survive and thrive individually and professionally. Attendees were treated to inspiring discussions, a local vendor showcase, networking opportunities, and walked away feeling empowered about their paths ahead.

Jennifer Jeansonne, Caroline Carruth, Audrey Gitz DeAgano, and Dawn Cazedessus

Photos by Trish Trahan

Alex Baham, Jordyn Harwell, and Jessica Hebert Danyelle Sanders, Colette Sanders, and Evelyn Jones

Madeline Mayfield and Brittani Davis

Hannah Moran and Katie Maples

Katie Jensen and Lindsay Tarpley Stogner

Claudia Reed Patterson and Emmalean Williams

Claire Neal and Caitlyn Mayer

Jessica Greenwood, Jazzmin Coates, and Lisa N. Hughes

Melissa Baham and Dalia Guevara

DEMI TOMMY and

Despite meeting in college, Demi

and Tommy Brocato didn’t go on their first date until the summer after they graduated in 2018. Over hot dogs and conversation at Dat Dog on Freret Street in New Orleans, the two realized they had a real connection—one that required more time to explore.

Story by Liesel Schmidt // Photos by Emily Songer

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Two and a half years later, Tommy took that connection to a more permanent place. “He totally surprised me,” says Demi of the day in late March of 2021 that changed their future. “We had dinner plans at one of our favorite places to eat, Mr. B’s, but at the last minute, Tommy said we were going down the street to the Cabildo first. We went to the top of the Cabildo, to the balcony that overlooks Jackson Square, and Tommy proposed. Our families were down in Jackson Square and saw it all, but I didn’t notice them until after Tommy proposed and I looked out and saw our families—and all of the people in Jackson Square—cheering! We went to dinner at Mr. B’s with our families to celebrate afterwards.”

Celebration came again on October 15, 2022, when Demi walked down the aisle at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church in New Orleans to meet Tommy at the altar. Wearing a Justin Alexander strapless ball gown and a cathedral length veil by Sara Gabriel Designs, custom made with the lace and pearl beading from her mother’s wedding gown, Demi exchanged vows with Tommy as 180 of their loved ones stood in witness. “We chose Holy Name of Jesus because my grandparents met on campus while they were attending Loyola, and it’s where Demi went to college,” says Tommy.

“The priest who married us, Father Gregory Waldrop, was one of my professors at Loyola, which was really special,” Demi adds.

Having been pronounced married, the newlyweds joined their guests for a reception in The Blue Room at The Roosevelt. Enjoying an array of food that included hors d’oeuvres of blackened shrimp ravigote, goat cheese stuffed dates with candied walnuts, crab cakes, goat cheese stuffed artichoke hearts and alligator fritters, followed by a cheese and charcuterie board, pasta, shrimp and grits, and stuffed-to-order roast beef pistolettes, the Brocatos and their guests fêted their newly joined lives—with the addition of a few special touches that made the occasion even more unique.

“We commissioned a custom painting by Casey Langteau Art, which she titled ‘A Dream Day on the Avenue,’” says Demi. “She’s a New Orleans artist whose work I’ve admired for years. We put the painting on our wedding registry as an option for guests to contribute to, and we had the painting displayed at our reception for guests to see!

The piece features all of our special places: the Cabildo, where Tommy proposed, Holy Name of Jesus where we were married, and The Roosevelt where we held the reception,” says Demi.

“These three locations are in very different locations in real life, but we created this dream street of sorts that contained the locations side-by-side, with a classic St. Charles streetcar featuring their wedding date as the streetcar number,” Langteau explains.

The couple also commissioned a custom crest as part of their invitational suite from their stationer, Amber LeBlanc, that included Holy Name of Jesus and The Roosevelt with their initials.

After toasting with champagne flutes from their engagement day engraved with their engagement date, Demi and Tommy cut into their bridal cake, a three-tiered confection with two layers of almond crumb with raspberry buttercream and one layer of chocolate crumb with salted caramel buttercream, covered in white fondant with blue and gold floral accents. In honor of Tommy’s time running track for LSU in college, the groom’s cake was red velvet and LSU Track & Field-themed.

Finishing off with a late-night bite of beignets, those gathered sent the newlyweds off with a second line parade through lobby of The Roosevelt. After honeymooning in St. John, USVI, the Brocatos are back home in Houston, Texas, looking forward to adding more to their “dream street” of places with special meaning in their life together

DRESS: Olivier Couture Bridal Boutique – Mandeville

VEIL: Sara Gabriel Designs

STATIONERY: Amber LeBlanc Studio

FLORIST:

Herbivore Floral Designs – Elmwood

COORDINATION: Three Little Words – New Orleans

PHOTOGRAPHER: Emily Songer Photography – New Orleans

VIDEO: Tone Weddings – New Orleans

BAND: MoJEAUX – New Orleans

HAIR: Rachel Barbin Hair + Makeup – Metarie

MAKEUP:

Meghan Fisse – New Orleans

SOUTHERN HOTEL SIP & SHOP

PHOTOGRAPHY BY TRISH TRAHAN

FEATURE Teacher feature

Ms. Erin POTTS

HOLY GHOST CATHOLIC SCHOOL

14 YEARS • CURRENTLY TEACHING PK-3

Who, specifically, in your life influenced your decision to become a teacher?

I can’t say there has been a specific teacher that influenced me to become a teacher. I believe my desire to become a teacher came more from enjoying working with young children. Their innocence, love of life and desire to learn new things brings me joy.

What is your biggest challenge as a teacher?

My biggest challenge as a teacher is in getting to know each of my students as an individual. Doing so allows me to help them learn and be the best they can be.

What do you feel is the biggest reward?

My biggest reward is watching my students enjoy learning as well as watching them grow up through their years at Holy Ghost. It brings me great joy to see their eyes light up when they feel successful. Whether it is mastering skills being taught or watching them enjoy their day.

How do you make learning fun for your students?

I make learning fun for my students by using a variety of manipulatives, games, letter puppets and songs. Learning, especially at a young age, should be fun and enjoyable.

If you could leave your students with one message, what would it be?

If I could leave my students with one message it would be to know that they are loved and can do anything they set their minds to.

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Showcase Home

The Junior League of Covington held a party at this years’ Showcase Home on Lakeshore Drive. From the state-of-art technology to the 360-degree rooftop views of the Mandeville Lakefront, party goers enjoyed the evening while helping to benefit all the charitable work the Junior League does on the NorthShore each year.

Angelle Albright, Brenda Romair, and Kristen O’keefe

Frank Stuart and Vince Liuzza

Darnell and Rawlin Carter

Lauren Yarbrough and Sierra Davis

Cheryl Bush and Angela Owen

Liesha Foster, Tina Deckwa, Joy Scott, and Lori Jean Campbell

Phoebe Whealdon and Jacob Sharp

Kayla Tolar and Sarah Khalili

Erica Stone, Becca Tierney, and Rachel Rebouche

Adam Stahura and Christian Galvin

Photos by Katie Ulmer

Tracy Womack, Kimberly LaNasa, and Heather Braiwick

Patsy Yates and Vail Manfre

Richard James, Linda James, Susan Ameen, and Ken Bowers

Susan Kagan, Randi Barrett, and Louise Brady

Kevin and Beryl Morgan

Lindsay VanAs and Chad Fazzio

Craig and Joy Scott

Alexandra and Jonathon Morgan

Sharon Latino, Melissa Mullis, and Courtney Jenkins

Rachael Stewart, Lindsay Wipperling, Mikel Burns, and Leigh Harrison

Carla Kelly, Sharon Latino, Melissa Mullis, Erin Patterson, and Lisa Martinez

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