Finally April is behind us, and hopefully all the rain it brought with it, and we now have a chance to enjoy spring and look forward to summer plans. Most of us with families will be looking to head out to whatever getaway we can manage, whether it’s camping, time…
If you’ve been looking for a great salon on the northshore, Lacey Steven’s salon is the perfect place to end your search. Located on Jefferson St. in downtown Covington, Lacey Steven’s is a conveniently located, full-service salon that can do anything from the traditional to the unique and unusual. ….
This post is brought to you by our new advertiser, Paul Caro Insurance. We’ve got a new business opening in Mandeville and I’m excited to tell you guys all about it. I know that you know how much I love to support local business and this is the very definition…
If you’ve hoped for a toy store in Mandeville, then you are going to be very excited because we’ve found out that Learning Express will be opening in Mandeville in early November! Learning Express stores pride themselves on providing a mix of fun and educational toys from a variety of…
I don’t think that “going local” is just a trend. Part of what we’re seeing here is people once again beginning to appreciate what it means to be a community. It’s about keeping alive those industries that are run by people who live among us. It’s about familiarity, the comforts…
Massage therapy is one of those things that can be easy to dismiss–it seems far too enjoyable to be a real medical treatment. After spending an afternoon with Linda Strickland of Aviva Massage, you just might change your mind. Linda is the perfect combination of professional and compassionate. It’s clear…
The Poboy Company may have opened it’s doors only a month ago, but it’s already building a reputation as one of the best lunch spots in Mandeville. Owner Chad Simon has been working in the restaurant business for twenty-two years, and has always dreamed of opening his own small sandwich…
Have you heard of Let’s pARTy NOLA? My friend’s sister, Melissa, is the founder of this adorable party company and she sent me a pile of samples in the mail so I could check out all of the great stuff she offers. She makes personalized coloring sheets for birthday parties,…
I was delighted when I discovered that Rhonda Valladares, author of the Lil Yat Adventure Books was Covington resident. I met Rhonda at Book Fest which was sponsored by Jefferson Parish Parent and her table was slammed all day long. Kids absolutely love Rhonda’s books and the Lil Yat crew….
Children’s author J. Steven Spires is also an elementary school teacher and resident of Slidell, Louisiana. He’ll also be participating in Book Fest with our sister site, Jefferson Parish Parent next weekend at Lakeside mall. We thought there was no time like the present to get to know this local…