Inside Scoop
September/October 2007

September 2007

1 Hands Around the Dome Ceremony. The African-American Leadership Project’s 2nd anniversary observance of the Katrina disaster. La. Superdome, New Orleans. 1-4pm. Free. Mtangulizi Sanyika. (713) 376-3364.

1 Loco Palooza ‘07 Music Fest. Music, games, drinks, food and crafts. 138 NE Central Ave., Amite. 10am-12am. Waylon Givens, 969-8631. www.locojava.com.

1-2 Tangipahoa African-American Heritage Festival. African-American Heritage Museum, 1600 Phoenix Sq., Hammond. 1pm-12am. George Perkins, 345-9134. www.africanamericanheritagemuseum.com.

1-8 “Where are they now?” Former students who have gone into arts careers. Slidell Cultural Center, 1827 Front St. 9am-4pm. Free. 646-4375. www.slidell.la.us.

1-9 Rodgers and Hammerstein’s “Cinderella.” Slidell Little Theater, 2024 Nellie Drive, Slidell. Call for times and reservations, 641-0324. www.slidell-slt.org.

1-22 Good Grape Hunting. Minacapelli’s Dinner Playhouse. 1540 Lindberg Dr., Slidell. 781-6565. www.minacapellis.com.

1-22 Vaudechamp in New Orleans: A French Portraitist and His Contemporaries. The Historic New Orleans Collection, Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres St. Tue–Sat, 9:30am-4:30pm. (504) 598-7171. www.hnoc.org.

1-29 Covington Farmers Market. Vegetables, fruit, dairy, poultry, seafood, beef, wines, herbs, honey, baked goods, prepared foods, plants, homemade soups, dog biscuits, music and more. 609 N. Columbia St., Covington. Wed, 12-4pm; Sat, 9am-1pm. Free. 867-3652.

1-29 Mandeville Trailhead Community Market. Vegetables, fruit, seafood, wines, herbs, honey, baked goods, plants, artisans, bike rentals and more. 675 Lafitte St., Mandeville. Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Free. 624-3147.

1-30 Mandeville City Hall Artist of the Month. Instructor Katherine Maier and the Young Energetic Seniors (YES). 3101 E. Causeway Approach, Mandeville. Mon-Fri, 9-4:30pm. Free. 626-3144.

1-30 Varnado Store Museum. A glimpse of the past. Exhibits change monthly. 936 Pearl St., Franklinton. Sat, 10am-4pm; Sun, 1-4pm; Friday by appointment. 795-0680. varnadostoremuseum.org.

4-Oct. 9 Intermediate Oils with Carol Hallock. Slidell Art League, 1827 Front St., Slidell. Class meets every Tuesday for 6 weeks. $150 members/$175 non-members. Laurie Manley, 847-9458. www.SlidellArtLeague.info.

4-Nov. 30 Bitty Theater. St. Tammany Art Association offers an introduction to theater for kids ages 5-7. STAA, 320 N. Columbia St., Covington. Thursdays, 4-4:30pm. $120, STAA members; $130, non-members. 892-8650. www.sttammanyart.org.

4-Nov. 30 Covington Children’s Chorus. St. Tammany Art Association offers dynamic performance instruction in singing and choreography for kids in grades 3-12. STAA, 320 N. Columbia St., Covington. $180, STAA members; $200, non-members. For dates and times, call 892-8650 or visit www.sttammanyart.org.

5-Oct. 10 “The Creole Identity and Experience in Louisiana Literature and History.” A six-week series of readings and discussions about the literary and historical significance of Louisiana’s Creole population. Covington Branch, St. Tammany Parish Library. Wednesdays, 6:30-8:30pm. 310 W. 21st St., Covington. 893-6280, ext 10.

5, 12 Tammany Twirlers Square & Round Dance Club Open House. 35386 Home Estate Dr., Slidell. Call for times, 285-4111.

6 Business After Hours. East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce. Slidell Bicycle, 3991 Pontchartrain Dr., Slidell. 5-7pm. 643-5678. www.slidellchamber.com.

6 Mega Marketplace. St. Tammany West Chamber. Greater Covington Center, 317 N. Jefferson St., Covington. 8-9:30am. $10. RSVP required, first 25 reservations only. 892-3216, ext. 2. www.sttammanychamber.org.

7 OLL Christian Singles Pot Luck Dinner. Bring a covered dish! OLL cafeteria, 316 LaFitte St., Mandeville. 7-9pm. Linda. 630-2719. www.ollsingles.com.

7-March 2008 Louisiana: Where Land Meets Water. Presented by The Historic New Orleans Collection and New Orleans Museum of Art. NOMA, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, City Park. Wed-Sun, 10am-4:30pm. (504) 658-4100.

8 Charcoals Workshop. Slidell Art League, 1827 Front St., Slidell. $150, SAL members; $175, non-members. Laurie Manley. 847-9458. www.SlidellArtLeague.info.

8 Folsom Hummingbird/Butterfly Festival. Hummingbird banding and programs; butterfly release at noon. Jambalaya and drinks for sale as well as hummingbird and butterfly plants. Mizell Farms, 83211 Highway 25, Folsom. 5am-5pm. 796-9309. www.mizellfarms.com.

8 Hadden Hall Senior Citizen’s Dance. 106 S. Jachnke, Madisonville. 7:30-10:30pm. $5. Laura Hebert, 892-1671 or 373-1314.

8 Jazz’n the Vines. Featuring Tim Laughlin. Bring your flashlight, umbrella, lawn chair and picnic dinner. 81250 Hwy 1082, Bush. $10. 6:30-9pm. 892-9742. www.pontchartrainvineyards.com.

8 Junior League of Greater Covington’s 30th Anniversary Celebration Luncheon. Guests welcome. Benedict’s Restaurant, Mandeville. 11:30am. $28. For more information, call Blanche McCloskey at 630-2145 or 796-3037.

8 Stop, Drop, Rock N Roll Festival. Sponsored by the Covington Fire Department. Live music, children’s activity area, local food and drink vendors and a Chili Cook-Off. Bogue Falaya Park, Covington. Advance tickets $8 adults, $5 children (4 & under free); at gate $10 adults, $6 children. 898-4725.

8-Oct. 6 Brunner Gallery exhibit opening: Dennis Johnson. 215 N. Columbia St., Covington. Reception and artist’s commentary Sept. 8, 6-8pm. Exhibit open Wed-Sat, 10am-5pm. 893-0444. www.brunnergallery.com.

8-Oct. 6 Fort Isabel Gallery exhibit opening. Wes Koon, “Reflections and Refractions;” Carol Hallock, “People of the Quarter.” Opening reception Sept. 8, 6-9pm. 502 Columbia St., Covington. Call for exhibit hours, 892-1841.

9 Bayou Jam Concert Series. Patriot’s Day Ceremony and a Military Band. Sponsored by the City of Slidell. Heritage Park. Free. 5:30-7:30pm. 646-4375. www.slidell.la.us.

10 Slidell Art League Monthly Meeting. Slidell Art League, 1827 Front St., Slidell. Free. 847-9458. www.SlidellArtLeague.info.

10-16 Wolfe Lumber $50,000 Men’s Challenger. Men’s ATP professional tennis event. Oak Knoll Country Club, Hammond. 10am-7pm. Abrie Du Plooy, 634-6229. www.futuretennis.com.

11 Net Connect. St. Tammany West Chamber. 610 Hollycrest Blvd., Covington. 8-9am. Free. Chamber members only. Free. RSVP required, first 25 reservations only. 892-3216, ext. 2. www.sttammanychamber.org.

11-Oct. 30 Bless You Boys. Play by Mandeville writer Tom Hassinger. Le Chat Noir, 715 St. Charles Ave., New Orleans. Tuesdays, 8pm. $20. (504) 581-5812.

12 East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce Second Wednesday Luncheon. Guest speaker Terry Maddox. The Gallery, 137 Taos St., Slidell. 11:30am. $20 members, $30 non-members. 643-5678. www.slidellchamber.com.

12 Mandeville/Covington Christian Women’s Connection Luncheon. Benedict’s, Mandeville. 11:30am-1pm. $15. 626-4585.

12 Patriotic Concert. Featuring speaker and recording artist Nikki Jatindranath. Benedict’s Plantation Restaurant, Mandeville. 11:30am-1pm. $15.

13-15 Project Red Light Fashion Event. Benefiting Beth Crutcher Giacone in her fight against ALS. “Beth’s Boutique” presale Thursday, including live fashion show, auction, cocktails, food and music, 5-9pm; Beth’s Boutique opens to the public Fri-Sat, 10am-5pm. Benedict’s Plantation, 1144 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville. Presale event tickets, $50; boutique, free. Tara Dragon, 778-3151.

14 Business Roundtable. Sponsored by the St. Tammany West Chamber. Forum for nonprofit professionals. Free. RSVP required, 892-3216, ext. 2. www.sttammanychamber.org.

14-16 Louisiana Paddlefest. Fontainebleau State Park, Mandeville. 577-9342. www.bayouhaystackers.com.

14-30 The Fantasticks. Playmakers, Inc. Covington. Call for show times, ticket prices and reservations, 893-1671.

14-Oct. 19 “Temptations.” Slidell Art League’s themed membership show. 1827 Front St., Slidell. Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat, 10am-2pm. Free. 847-9458. www.SlidellArtLeague.info.

15 Annual Alligator Day. Fun, food, entertainment, live band and tours available. Kliebert’s Turtle & Alligator Tours, Hammond. Tours begin at 11am. Free admission; tours, $6/adults, $3/children. Jennifer Kliebert, 345-3617. www.klieberttours.com.

15 Cruise-In Ponchatoula. Open cruise to all special-interest vehicles with oldies music and door prizes. Sponsored by the Northshore Mustang Club and Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce. Downtown Ponchatoula. 5-9pm. Free. Jerry Bryant, 386-8673. www.northshoremustangclub.com, www.ponchatoulachamber.com.

15 Tour de Tangipahoa. Leisurely-paced bicycle ride through Tangipahoa Parish on 32-mile or 60-mile treks. SLU University Center, Hammond. 6am. $35, includes t-shirt, drinks, meal. Judy Couvillion, 345-8127. kiwanis.i-55.com.

16 Bayou Jam Concert Series. Featuring The Blue Meanies. Sponsored by the City of Slidell. Heritage Park. Free. 5:30-7:30pm. 646-4375. www.slidell.la.us.

18 Election Persepective by Jeff Crouere. East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce special luncheon. Trinity’s Banquet & Reception Hall, 1000 Caruso Blvd., Ste. 201, Slidell. 11:15am. $25 members, $35 non-members. 643-5678. www.slidellchamber.com.

19 Business After Hours. St. Tammany West Chamber. Donahue Favret, 3030 E. Causeway App., Mandeville. 5:30-7:30pm. $5/members, $10/ non-members. 892-3216. www.sttammanychamber.org.

20 Jumpstart’s “Read for the Record.” Hosted by the Junior League of Greater Covington and St. Tammany Parish. New Orleans Saints Head Coach Sean Peyton will serve as Honorary Chairperson, WWL TV’s Doug Mouton will serve as Master of Ceremonies and guest celebrity readers will be at the event throughout the day. The event will celebrate the potential of every child by inviting adults across America to read “The Story of Ferdinand” with young children and help set a world record. Koop Drive in Mandeville, at the future site of the Children’s Museum of Southeast Louisiana. Free. Jane Dunn, 624-8081 or Lisa Gros, 951-7020. www.jlgc.net.

22 Antique Appraisal Fair. Appraisers offer estimated values on your merchandise. Ponchatoula Country Market, 10 E. Pine St. 9am-3pm. $5 for 1 item or $10 for three. (800) 617-4502. www.ponchatoulachamber.com.

22 Jazz’n the Vines. Orquesta Milango. Bring your flashlight, umbrella, lawn chair and picnic dinner. 81250 Hwy 1082, Bush. $10. 6:30-9pm. 892-9742. www.pontchartrainvineyards.com.

22 OLL Christian Singles Sock Hop Dance. Live music by Harvey Jesus & Fire. Door prizes, 50/50 drawings. 3090 E. Causeway Appr. 8pm-12am. $20. Claudette, 626-7930. www.ollsingles.com.

26 St. Tammany West Chamber Luncheon. Beau Chêne Country Club, Mandeville. Featuring Jennifer Marusek and Maura Donahue. Registration 11:30am, program 12-1pm. $25/members, $30/non-members. 892-3216, ext. 2. www.sttammanychamber.org.

27 Cocktail party. Arabella Fine Gifts & Home Décor welcomes Ann Morhauser of Annieglass. 3902 Hwy 22, Mandeville. 5-8pm. 727-9787.

28 Love in the Garden. New Orleans Museum of Art Bestoff Sculpture Garden. City Park, 1 Collins C. Diboll Circle, New Orleans. Patron party, 7-8pm; garden party, 8-11pm. Patron tickets, $85 members/$100 nonmembers. Garden party tickets $50/$60 nonmembers. (504) 658-4121.

29 Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. American Cancer Society kicks off its 9th annual walk at Audubon Park, Shelter # 10, New Orleans. (504) 833-4024. www.cancer.org.

30 Bayou Jam Concert Series. Featuring Mario Sperandeo & Audio Beach. Sponsored by the City of Slidell. Heritage Park. Free. 5:30-7:30pm. 646-4375. www.slidell.la.us.

30 Fanfare Opening. Fanfare returns to Cate Square, where Hammond’s Downtown Development District will throw a gala community picnic to dedicate the refurbished park with an old-fashioned theme and plenty of family-style entertainment. Cate Square, Hammond. 2-4pm. 542-3471. www.hammond.org/ddd.

October 2007

1-31 Fanfare. Month-long celebration of the arts, humanities and sciences. Southeastern Louisiana University Campus and Columbia Theatre, Hammond and other venues throughout the area. Box office, 543-4371. www.columbiatheatre.org.

1-31 Mandeville City Hall Artist of the Month. Instructor Charles Flattmann and the Community Senior Artists. 3101 E. Causeway Approach. Mon-Fri, 9-4:30pm. Free. 626-3144.

3-7 Tangipahoa Parish Fair. Family oriented fair with midway, 4H & school exhibits, food booths, game booths, live entertainment and parade Friday. Tangipahoa Parish Fairgrounds, Amite. 10am-11pm. Amite Chamber of Commerce, 748-5537. www.tangifair.org.

3-31 Covington Farmers Market. Vegetables, fruit, dairy, poultry, seafood, beef, wines, herbs, honey, baked goods, prepared foods, plants, homemade soups, dog biscuits, music and more. 609 N. Columbia St., Covington. Wed, 12-4pm; Sat, 9am-1pm. Free. 867-3652.

5 East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Tournament. Call for details, 643-5678. www.slidellchamber.com.

5-6 Ponchatoula Oktoberfest & Fall Music Fest. Food booths, vendors and children’s activities. Benefits Child Advocacy Services. Kiwanis Park, Ponchatoula. Fri, 6-10pm; Sat, 10am-10pm. (800) 617-4502. www.ponchatoulachamber.com.

5-7 5th Annual Ozone Film Festival. Film screenings, workshops, OFF Art Crawl and live music. 893-2050. www.ozonefilmfest.com.

6-27 Mandeville Trailhead Community Market. Vegetables, fruit, seafood, wines, herbs, honey, baked goods, plants, artisans, bike rentals and more. 675 Lafitte St., Mandeville. Saturdays, 9am-1pm. Free. 624-3147.

6-28 Varnado Store Museum. A glimpse of the past. Exhibits change monthly. 936 Pearl St., Franklinton. Sat, 10am-4pm; Sun, 1-4pm; Friday by appointment. 795-0680. varnadostoremuseum.org.

8-12 Health and Fitness Week at Franco’s Athletic Club in Mandeville. Free lectures, classes, healthy cooking demos, seniors and kids events. Special Wellness Expo October 10. Sponsored by Louisiana Medical Center and Heart Hospital, Dr. Kelly Burkenstock, Merrill Lynch, Humana and Associated Hearing Inc. Shea Garrison, 792-0259. www.myfrancos.com.

9 President’s Roundtable. Perspectives on the upcoming elections. Sponsored by the West St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce. Courtyard by Marriott, Covington. Registration, 7:30am; program following, 8-9am. Chamber members only. $15. 892-3216, ext. 2. www.sttammanychamber.org.

10 East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce Second Wednesday Luncheon. WorkWise, Slidell. Call for details. 643-5678. www.slidellchamber.com.

10 Mandeville/Covington Christian Women’s Connection Fantastic Fall Fantasy. Benefit for Stonecroft International Ministries featuring silent auction, speaker Dianna Hansen-Doying. Benedict’s Plantation Restaurant, Mandeville. $15. 626-4585.

12 Business Roundtable. For professionals in the culinary and restaurant fields to discuss challenges, opportunities and brainstorm ideas regarding business growth and sustainability. St. Tammany West Chamber office, 610 Hollycrest Blvd., Covington. 8-9am. Free. RSVP required, 892-3216, ext. 2. www.sttammanychamber.org.

12-28 Arthur Miller’s “The Crucible.” Slidell Little Theater. 2024 Nellie Drive. Fri-Sat, 8-10pm; Sun, 2-4pm. Call for reservations, 641-0324. www.slidell-slt.org.

12-Nov. 17 “I Love You, You’re Perfect, Now Change.” Minacapelli’s Dinner Playhouse. 1540 Lindberg Dr., Slidell. 781-6565. www.minacapellis.com.

13 Berry Patch Quilt and Art Expo. An outdoor quilt show, indoor exhibits of antique and fragile quilts, lectures, demonstrations, antique shopping and dining. Outdoor events free; Community Center has small admission fee. Downtown Ponchatoula. 386-7600. www.berrypatchpreservation.org,
dorisread@i-55.com

13 Fall for Art 2007. Coordinated gallery openings, live music, art demonstrations, shopping, and fine dining. Sponsored by the St. Tammany Art Association. Downtown Covington. Free. 892-8650. www.sttammanyart.org.

13 Fort Isabel October Opening. Includes a member show reception in conjunction with the “Fall for Art” celebration. 502 Columbia St., Covington. 892-1841.

13 Hadden Hall Senior Citizen’s Dance. 106 S. Jachnke, Madisonville. 7:30-10:30pm. $5. Laura Hebert, 892-1671 or 373-1314.

13 Jazz’n the Vines. Featuring the Pfister Sisters. Bring your flashlight, umbrella, lawn chair and picnic dinner. 81250 Hwy 1082, Bush. $10. 6:30-9pm. 892-9742. www.pontchartrainvineyards.com.

13-14 Art exhibit: Jane Wood Halmark. International watercolor winner and exhibitor. Smoky Creek Plantation, Bogalusa. 2-6pm. Free. 735-5661.

13, 20 Pumpkin Festival at Red Bluff Farm. A day of family fun at the farm. 15110 Hwy. 1078, Folsom. 9am-4pm. $7/adults, $4/children 12 and under. 796-0452. www.redblufffarm.com.

14 Bayou Jam Concert Series. Featuring Soul Vaxxination. Sponsored by the City of Slidell. Heritage Park. 5:30-7:30pm. Free. 646-4375. www.slidell.la.us.

14 Bridal Extravaganza. Abita Quail Farm. 23185 Hwy 435, Abita Springs. $10/$15 at the door. (504) 525-2743. www.weddingsmagazines.com.

17-20 Washington Parish Free Fair. The second oldest Parish Fair in Louisiana, featuring rodeo, music, activities. Washington Parish Fairgrounds, Franklinton. www.freefair.com.

17-31 Just Picture It. Exhibition of new works by renowned artists Hemmerling, Melancon and Middaugh. 2180 N. Causeway Blvd., Mandeville. Reception Oct. 18, 6-9pm. Call for gallery hours, 624-6620. www.just-picture-it.net.

18 Bon Appétit. Amite Chamber of Commerce’s food tasting festival featuring selections from area restaurants and caterers, music and door prizes. Amite Community Center. 7-9pm. 748-5537. www.amitechamberofcommerce.org.

20 Cruise-In Ponchatoula. Open cruise to all special-interest vehicles with oldies music and door prizes. Northshore Mustang Club and Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce. Downtown Ponchatoula. 5-9pm. Free. Jerry Bryant, 386-8673. www.northshoremustangclub.com.

20-21 2007 Wild & Wooly Alpaca Expo. Fendlason Community Center, 13296 Hwy 40, Folsom. 9:30am-4:30pm. Free. www.wildwoolyalpaca.info.

20-21 Old Farmer’s Day. Reenactment of the way our forefathers lived, worked and played. Todd Brunett Dairy Farm, Loranger. 9am-4pm. Gerald Brunett, 878-2360. www.oldfarmersday.com.

21 St. Paul’s Jazz N Roll. Live music, dancing, cuisine by various northshore restaurants. St. Paul’s School, Covington. 4-10pm. $60. Karen Whiteside, 892-3200, ext. 1270. www.stpauls.com.

23-Apr. 20 2008 Birds of a Feather: Generations of Louisiana Decoy Carvers. The Historic New Orleans Collection, Williams Research Center, 410 Chartres St., New Orleans. Tue-Sat, 9:30am-4:30pm. 598-7171. www.hnoc.org.

25 East St. Tammany Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours. Hosted by Whitney Bank, Slidell. Call for details. 643-5678. www.slidellchamber.com.

26 OLL Christian Singles Pot Luck Dinner. Bring a covered dish! OLL cafeteria, 316 Lafitte St., Mandeville. 7-9pm. Linda, 630-2719. www.ollsingles.com.

26 St. Tammany West Chamber Jam Session. Learn about chamber committees, events, public policy activities and how to get the most benefit from chamber membership. St. Tammany West Chamber office, 610 Hollycrest Blvd., Covington. 8-9am. Free. RSVP required, 892-3216, ext. 2. www.sttammanychamber.org.

26-27 Sweet Home Folklife Days Festival. African ancestry celebrated with exciting gospel music, artifacts displayed in museum, storytelling and more. Sweet Home Baptist Church Museum, Sweet Home Road, Kentwood. 9am-4:30pm. Fochia Wilson, 229-5016.

26-28 Boo at the Zoo. Annual extravaganza features games, trick-or-treating and more. Audubon Zoo, 6500 Magazine St., New Orleans. Tickets: 5-9:30pm, $15; 7-9:30pm, $13. www.auduboninstitute.org.

26-28 Smithsonian’s CultureFest Louisiana. Celebrate culture Louisiana style, right in the heart of the Big Easy. Downtown New Orleans. Various times and events. (800) 830-8084. www.smithsonian.com/culturefest.

27 Banner Ford Car and Truck Show. Live music, prizes, free food and drinks. Banner Ford, 1943 N. Causeway, Mandeville. 8am-5pm. Free to the public; exhibitors $25 registration fee in advance, $30 day of show. 386-8673.

27 Jazz’n the Vines. Featuring Theresa Andersson. Bring your flashlight, umbrella, lawn chair and picnic dinner. 81250 Hwy 1082, Bush. $10. 6:30-9pm. 892-9742. www.pontchartrainvineyards.com.

27 Deo Gratias 2007. Benefit party for the seminary of St. Joseph Abbey. Raffle, silent auction and dancing. $75, sponsorships available. 867-2242. vcrouere@sjasc.edu.

27 Fraternal Order of Police Chili Cook-Off. Downtown Hammond. 11am-6pm. Lt. Vicki Corkern, 542-3513.

27 Lions/LSU Regional Low Vision Center First Annual Fundraising Gala. Honorary chairperson Angela Hill, music by Benny Grunch, ’57 T-Bird raffle (57 tickets only, $1000 each), silent auction. $100. 646-4431.

27 OLL Christian Singles Halloween Dance—costume or not. Music by DJ Ron Harris, door prizes, 50/50 drawings, food, drinks, BYOB. 8pm-12am. $10. Claudette, 626-7930. www.ollsingles.com.

27 Monster Mash. The Parenting Center of St. Tammany Parish Hospital presents the 19th annual fun fall family festival. Bogue Falaya Park, Covington. 10am-4:30pm. Advanced admission, $3; at the gate, $6, $15 for activities wristband. 898-4435.

27-28 Olde Towne Slidell Antique Street Fair. Family fun with approximately 100 booths featuring antique furniture, jewelry, depression glassware, crafts and food booths. 10am-5pm. Free. 641-6316.

27-31 Spirit of Halloween. The Global Wildlife Center staff will be dressed in “kid-friendly” costumes the whole week of Halloween. Global Wildlife Center, Folsom. 796-3585. www.globalwildlife.com.

28 11th Annual Harvest Cup Polo Classic. Polo match, fabulous array of food and beverages, live entertainment, live and silent auctions, raffle. Proceeds benefit the Junior League of Greater Covington. Folsom Equestrian Center. 12-4pm. $75. 892-5258.

31 St. Tammany West Chamber Luncheon. Tchefuncte Country Club, Covington. Registration 11:30am, program 12-1pm. $25/members, $30/non-members. 892-3216, ext. 2. www.sttammanychamber.org.