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OCTOBER 2003

1-5 St. Tammany Parish Fair. Rodeo, livestock shows, exhibits, carnival rides, live entertainment. Fairgrounds, N. Columbia St., Covington. Wed, 4pm-12am; Thurs-Sat, 9-12am; Sun, 9am-5pm. $1. 892-8421.

1-5 Tangipahoa Parish Fair. N. 2nd St., Amite. Parade, Fri, 10am. 748-5537.

1-29 Covington Farmers Market. Vegetables, fruit, seafood, wines, herbs, honey, baked goods, plants, artisans, entertainment and more. 609 N. Columbia St., Covington. Wed, 12-4pm; Sat, 9am-1pm. Bo Gallup, 892-1873.

1-31 Fall for Art. Group exhibition in conjunction with the Fall for Art Coordinated Gallery Openings in downtown Covington. Fort Isabel Gallery, 401 N. Columbia St., Covington. Wed-Sat, 10am-4pm. Reception October 18, 6-10pm. Wes Koon, 892-1841.

1-31 FANFARE 2003. Southeastern Louisiana University’s October festival of the arts celebrating the arts, humanities and sciences. The festival’s 18th season will host an exciting variety of events from theater and dance productions to nationally and internationally renowned musicians, lecturers and other artists and performers. Event information at www.selu.edu/fanfare, or 543-4366.

1-31 Mandeville City Hall Art Exhibit. Arts program featuring a particular artist or group on a monthly basis. October artist to be announced. Mandeville City Hall, 3101 E. Causeway Approach. Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm. Free. Interested artists or groups, please call Mandeville City Hall. Nancy Clark, 626-3144.

1-31 Victorian Mourning Customs. Included in Otis House tour; learn about the elaborate 19th century customs for honoring the deceased. Fairview-Riverside State Park, Madisonville. 9am-5pm. 792-4652.

2 Archaeology for Students. In conjunction with Louisiana Archaeology Week, school groups are invited to learn how the past is revealed through archaeology. Fairview-Riverside State Park, Madisonville. 9:30am-3:30pm. 792-4652.

3 Live music by the Funky Beans. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

3-24 Marvels of the Marsh. Examine the bio-diversity of marsh plants and animals. Fontainebleau State Park, Mandeville. Fri, 5pm. 624-4442.

3-31 Hickory MAiZE. 6.5-acre cornfield with many twists and turns cut to form a life-size labyrinth. During day, takes a minimum of 45 minutes; at night, longer-so bring a flashlight. Corn cannons shoot corn at targets 200+ feet away. 36524 Ed Yates Rd., Hickory. Fri, 5-9pm; Sat, 10am-9pm; Sun, 3-8pm. Ages 12 and up, $6.75; 6-11, $4.75; 5 and under, free. Marie Dufour, 863-9168.

3-31 Scream Factory Haunted House. Celebrating its second year of fright, the 5,000-sq. ft. haunted house attraction comes complete with a mad scientist laboratory, lost underground mines and caves, treasure vault, maze and much more. 319 Lockwood, Covington. Fri-Sun, Dusk until. 727-3442.

4 All about Birds. Birding hike with ranger along the Tchefuncte River. Fairview-Riverside State Park, Otis House, Madisonville. 8-9:30am. 792-4652.

4 The Art of Shopping in Style. 6 miles of shopping and restaurants on Magazine Street in New Orleans. Special event features sales at 20-75% off, live music and refreshments. 6-9pm. Free. Patsy Perry, 504-894-8540.

4 Genealogy Lecture. Anthony Margavio, professor of sociology at the University of New Orleans, will discuss the lives and culture of Italian immigrants to Louisiana. St. Tammany Parish Library-Covington Branch, 310 W. 21ST Ave. 1-3pm. Free. Linda Brown-Kubisch, 893-6280.

4 Live music by Four Unplugged. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

4-25 Haik Park Fall Concert Series. 305 N. Columbia St., Covington. Sat, 4-6pm. Free. Bo Gallup, 892-1873.

4-25 Mandeville Trailhead Community Market. Vegetables, honey, baked goods, plants, herbs, artisans and more. 675 Lafitte St., Mandeville. Sat, 9am-1pm. Denise Gutnisky, 624-3147.

4-25 Trace Community Market. Arts and crafts in Pocket Park. E. Gibson St., Covington. Sat, 9am-1pm. Sheryl Landry, 898-0686.

5 Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West fall fundraiser featuring brunch and bowl, music and live auction. Tiffany Lanes, Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 11:30am-2:30pm. $35. 893-3172.

6 FANFARE 2003. Common Ground, a troupe of Irish step dancers, tap dancers and cloggers. Columbia Theatre, 220 E. Thomas St., Hammond. 7:30pm. Ticket information, 543-4371; www.selu.edu/fanfare.

6-11 Fink Memorial Watercolor Art Exhibit. St. Tammany Art Association, 317 N. Columbia St., Covington. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm; Sat, 12-4pm. Free. Bo Gallup, 892-8650.

9 12th Annual Bon Appetit Food Festival. Live entertainment and great food from area restaurants and caterers. Amite Community Center, corner of Chestnut and S.W. Central. 7-9pm. $20. 748-5537.

9 FANFARE 2003. Wyatt Earp. One-man theatrical show performed by a descendant of the man himself, who also shares his name. Vonnie Borden Theatre, Southeastern Louisiana University, Hammond. 7:30pm. Ticket information, 543-4366; www.selu.edu/fanfare.

10 Live music by Bottoms Up. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

10-11 Native American Festival. Focus on St. Tammany’s Native American Heritage and its influences on Louisiana’s history, cuisine, music and culture. Tammany Trace Trailhead, Koop Dr., Mandeville. 892-0520.

10-12 Arts Evening. Slidell. Full weekend of visual arts, performing arts, dance, music, antique shopping, fine and casual dining and more. “That’s Entertainment” performed in Heritage Park, Fri, 8pm. Live music, art exhibitions in Olde Towne, Sat, 5-11pm. After the shops close, Griffith Park will be transformed into an outdoor dinner dance club from 9-11pm. Weekend finale in Heritage Park with a Bayou Jam concert by Witness, Sun, 6-8pm. Free admission to all events. Kelli Gustafson, 646-4375.

11 Abita Springs Water Festival. Parade, 10am, followed by live entertainment, pony rides, crafts booths. Abita Springs Tourist Park. 11am-4pm. Free. 892-0711.

11 Covington Autumn Concert. Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. Host, Kiwanis Club of Greater Covington. Greater Covington Center, 317 N. Jefferson St. 8pm. Ticket information, John Calico, 809-1865.

11 Jazz’n the Vines. Outdoor concert series. Bring a blanket, chairs, flashlight and picnic fare. Music by Tony Green. Pontchartrain Vineyards, 81250 Hwy. 1082, Bush. 6:30-9pm. $8.50. Susan Seago, 892-9742.

11 Live music by Nobody. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

11 U.S. Amateur Ballroom Dance. Lessons, exhibition and social dancing. Senior Center, 610 Cousin St., Slidell. 7-10:30pm.Live music: adult member, $8; adult non-member, $10. Recorded music: adult member, $5; adult non-member, $8. Sylvia Dahm, 641-6979.

11-31 Lin Emery Kinetic Sculpture Exhibition. Slidell Cultural Center, 444 Erlanger St. Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat, 10am-2pm. Free. 646-4375.

12 Bayou Jam Fall Concert. Music by Witness. Heritage Park, Slidell. 6-8pm. Free. Kelli Gustafson, 646-4375.

13 Torneo Italiano. 5th Annual Columbus Day Charitable Golf Tournament sponsored by the American Society of Italian Heritage. Tchefuncte Country Club, Covington. 9am, registration/continental breakfast; 10:30am, shotgun start; 4pm, 19th hole party featuring Italian buffet and music by the Italian All Star Jazz Band. Charles Lipari, 893-3619.

14 FANFARE 2003. Grammy Award winner Kathy Mattea. Columbia Theatre, 220 E. Thomas St., Hammond. 7:30pm. Ticket information, 543-4371; www.selu.edu/fanfare.

14 Genealogy Open House. Genealogical displays and staff demonstration on how to access genealogical databases. St. Tammany Parish Library-Covington Branch, 310 W. 21st Ave. 5:30-7pm. Free. Linda Brown-Kubisch, 893-6280.

16 FANFARE 2003. The Phoenix Boys Choir. Columbia Theatre, 220 E. Thomas St., Hammond. 7:30pm. Ticket information, 543-4366; www.selu.edu/fanfare.

17 Live music by Molly Ringwalds. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

17 Sunset at the Landing Concert Series. Outdoor musical performances on Columbia St. at the Bogue Falaya River in Covington. Bring chairs, food, etc. Music TBA. 6-8pm. Free. Bo Gallup, 892-1873.

17 The Best of the Old World Wine Tasting Dinner. Four courses, six wines and a guest speaker. Hugh’s Wine Cellar, 4250 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 7pm. $45. Reservations, 626-0066.

17 USABDA AARP Dance. Ballroom dance at the Slidell Senior Center, 610 Cousin St. 7-10:30pm. $5. Sylvia Dahm, 641-6979.

17-19 Festival of the Lake. Live music, gourmet cuisine, game booths, children’s art tent, bingo, craft show and more. Our Lady of the Lake Parish, 312 Lafitte St., Mandeville. Fri, 5-11pm; Sat, 11am-11pm; Sun, 11am-7pm. Free. 626-5671.

17-19 Oktoberfest. Traditional German cuisine, music and the best of imported German beers. Le Fleur de Lis Event Complex, Ponchatoula. Fri, 5:30-11pm; Sat, 12-11pm; Sun, 11am-6pm. Adults, $7; children 12 and under, $2. (800) 542-7520.

17-31 Prelude to a Kiss. Slidell Little Theatre, 2024 Nellie Dr. Fri-Sat, 8pm; Sun, 2pm. Adults, $12; 18 and under, $5. 641-0324.

18 Abita Springs All Town Market. Vegetables, plants, baked goods, crafts and more. Hwy. 36. 10am-4pm. Free. Diane Trail, 867-3323.

18 Abita Springs Opry. Louisiana roots music performed in an acoustic setting in the Abita Springs Town Hall, 22161 Level St. 7-9pm; doors open at 5:30pm. Adults, $7; seniors 50 and older, $5; 12 and under, free. 892-0711.

18 8th Annual Classic Car Show. Amite City Ford, Hwy. 16 at Hwy. 55, Amite. 8am-2pm. Donna McCandless, (800) 259-9026.

18 Fais Do Do. Hospice of St. Tammany annual fundraiser featuring fun, food, games, door prizes and live entertainment. Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum, 133 Mabel St., Madisonville. 5-8pm. $100 donation. Connie Hulsey, 892-0739.

18 Fall for Art Coordinated Gallery Openings. Stroll the sidewalks, peruse galleries and shops, enjoy live entertainment in historic downtown Covington. 6-10pm. Free. 892-8650.

18 Live music by Five Finger Discount. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

18 Wild Things 2003. Wildlife festival featuring canoe tours, games, prizes, live entertainment, wildlife exhibits and art contest. Big Branch Marsh National Wildlife Refuge, 61389 Hwy. 434, Lacombe. 10am-5pm. Free. 882-2000.

18 Wonders of the Wetlands. Learn about Lake Pontchartrain and the surrounding wetlands. Fontainebleau State Park, Mandeville. 5pm. 624-4442.

18-19 Northshore Reptile Show. Non-venomous captive-bred reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates. Crazy Carl’s Fireworks, 54367 Howze Beach Rd., Slidell. 9am-6pm. $3. Rusty Stringer, 643-9603.

18-19 30th Annual Old Farmers Day. Re-enactment of the way our forefathers lived, worked and played. Todd Brunett Farm, 2.25 mi. north of Loranger. 10am-4pm. Adults, $8; seniors, $5; children under 6, free. Gerald Brunett, 878-2360.

18-31 Heavy Metal II. Group exhibition in conjunction with Fall for Art Coordinated Gallery Openings. St. Tammany Art Association, 317 N. Columbia St., Covington. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm; Sat, 12-4pm. Opening reception, October 18, 6-8pm. Free. 892-8650.

19 Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra. Wine-tasting, dining on gourmet picnic baskets. Music by two string quartets from the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra and the Symphony members of the Greater New Orleans Youth Orchestra. Bring blankets or chairs. Pontchartrain Vineyards, 81250 Hwy. 1082, Bush. 5-8pm. $30; a portion of the ticket price benefits GNOYO. 845-8038.

19 St. Paul’s Jazz ‘n Roll. Annual school fundraiser features silent and live auction, door prize, dancing and great food from more than 40 restaurants. Music by Four Unplugged. St. Paul’s campus, 917 S. Jahncke Ave., Covington. 4-10pm. $50. 892-3200 ext. 223.

19 Salute to the Music of Frank Sinatra. Nelson Riddle Orchestra with special guest, Harry Connick, Sr. Greater Covington Center, 317 N. Columbia St. 2pm and 4:30pm. General admission, $20; reserved $30. 867-1206.

19 Third Sunday Concert Series. Pianist Michael Gurt. Wine and cheese reception follows concert. Christ Episcopal Church, 120 S. New Hampshire St., Covington. 5pm. Free. 892-3177.

21 The Phenomenal Woman. Seminar sponsored by the Business and Professional Women of West St. Tammany. Abita Quail Farm. 8am-5pm. $45. Diana Davis, 892-6271.

23 Business Woman of the Year Banquet. Presented by the Business and Professional Women of West St. Tammany. Vintage Court, Covington. $30. Pemmie Shesby, 727-3228.

24 Art & All That Jazz. In conjunction with FANFARE 2003. Enjoy the stroll, the stores and the eateries-and art created by regional artists of all kinds. Free Southeastern Wind Symphony concert at Columbia Theatre. Historic downtown Hammond. 5-9pm. 543-3219.

24 Covington’s Brown Bag Concert. Haik Park, 305 N. Columbia St. 12-1:30pm. Free. 892-1873.

24 Trick or Treat for Sunshine House. Annual East St. Tammany Mental Health Association (ESTMHA) patron party at the home of Bill and Suzanne Krieger. Information: Carolyn Baringer, 774-1984.

24-26 Hammond Fest. Arts and music festival featuring Bag of Donuts, Hip Boot Joe, Irma Thomas, Soul Revival, Black and Blues Band, Christian Serpas and Ghost Town. Zemurray Park, N. Oak St., Hammond. Fri, free admission. Sat, $5; Sun, $5. Call 345-4457 for entertainment schedule.

25 Folsom Open Air Market. Local farmers, nurseries, antiques, crafts and garage sale items. 82337 June St. (corner of Hwy. 40 East). 9am-2pm. Free. Clythia Anderson, 796-9448.

25 Howl-O-Ween. All-day event in historic downtown Hammond. 543-3219.

25 Jazz’n the Vines. Outdoor concert series. Bring a blanket, chairs, flashlight and picnic fare. Music by Red Stick Ramblers. Pontchartrain Vineyards, 81250 Hwy. 1082, Bush. 6:30-9pm. $8.50. Susan Seago, 892-9742.

25 Northshore Cajun Dance. Live Cajun music and dancing; workshop at 7pm. Town Hall, 22161 Level St., Abita Springs. 7-11pm. Non-members, $8; members, $6. Pat Baudier, 882-3848.

25-26 14th Annual Madisonville Wooden Boat Festival. More than 100 classic wooden boats on display, marine auctions, lectures, exhibits, artists’ market, dinghy workshop, live entertainment and outstanding Louisiana cuisine. Water St. along the Tchefuncte River. 10am-6pm. $8; seniors 65 and older, $5. Lake Pontchartrain Basin Maritime Museum, 845-9200.

25-26 Slidell Fall Antique District Street Fair. Hundreds of antique dealers and great food throughout the streets of Olde Towne. 10am-6pm. Jeanette Paschke, 641-6727.

26 Bayou Jam Fall Concert. Bring chairs and ice chests for a relaxing evening. Music by Curt Hopkins and Irie Vibrations. Heritage Park, Slidell. 6-8pm. Free. Kelli Gustafson, 646-4375.

26 Halloween Haunted Trail. Explore the park trail on foot-but watch out for some of the other “seasonal” visitors! Fontainebleau State Park, Mandeville. 6pm. 624-4442.

27-31 Spirit of Halloween at Global Wildlife Center. Fall is a great time to see antlers clashing as animals compete for dominance of the herd! From October 27-31, the entire staff will be dressed in children-friendly Halloween costumes. The excitement culminates on November 2 with Pumpkin Day when the animals will be fed hundreds of pumpkins as a special Halloween treat. Global Wildlife Center, Hwy. 40 East, Folsom. Call for tour availability. Call for tour availability. Christina Cooper, 624-WILD; www.globalwildlife.com.

28 FANFARE 2003. New York City-based Aquila Theatre Company performs “Othello.” Columbia Theatre, 220 E. Thomas St., Hammond. 7:30pm. Ticket information, 543-4366; www.selu.edu/fanfare.

30 Halloween Hayride and Haunts. Hayride through the park to discover traditional Halloween customs. Children’s activities near Otis House include apple bobbing, pumpkin painting, and storytelling. Fairview-Riverside State Park, Madisonville. 5:30-8:00pm. 792-4652.

31 Columbia Street Block Party. Music, family fun and antique cars. Historic downtown Covington. 6:30-9:30pm. Free. 892-1873.

31 Covington’s Brown Bag Concert. Haik Park, 305 N. Columbia St. 12-1:30pm. Free. 892-1873.

31 Live music by Hip Boot Joe. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

NOVEMBER 2003

1 An Affair to Remember. Junior Auxiliary of Slidell’s 33rd annual charity gala and silent auction benefiting the auxiliary’s many service projects provided throughout the community. Trinity’s Banquet and Reception Hall, 1000 Caruso Blvd., Slidell. 8pm. Susan Carter, 726-9298; www.jaofslidellla.org.

1 Le Toussaints Les Lumieres due Mort. As evening settles along Bayou Lacombe, thousands of candles line the freshly whitewashed and flower-decorated graves in the Creole family cemeteries. The village priest blesses the people and prays for the souls of the departed on All Saints Day. Lacombe Heritage Center, 29069 Clesi St. Tom Aicklen, 882-7218.

1 Live music by Big Wheel. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

1 Prelude to a Kiss. Slidell Little Theatre, 2024 Nellie Dr. 8pm. Adults, $12; 18 and under, $5. 641-0324.

1 Whisperings: A Covington Cemetery Living History Tour. Re-enactors will portray a character from their family or from the community who is buried in the historic Covington Cemetery #1. St. Tammany Parish Library-Covington Branch, 310 W. 21st Ave. 6-8pm. Free. Linda Brown-Kubisch, 893-6280.

1-15 Lin Emery Kinetic Sculpture Exhibition. Slidell Cultural Center, 444 Erlanger St. Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm; Sat, 10am-2pm. Free. 646-4375.

1-29 Covington Farmers Market. Vegetables, fruit, seafood, wines, herbs, honey, baked goods, plants, artisans, entertainment and more. 609 N. Columbia St., Covington. Wed, 12-4pm; Sat, 9am-1pm. Bo Gallup, 892-1873.

1-29 Heavy Metal II. Group exhibition in conjunction with Fall for Art Coordinated Gallery Openings. St. Tammany Art Association, 317 N. Columbia St., Covington. Mon-Fri, 10am-4pm; Sat, 12-4pm. Free. 892-8650.

1-29 Mandeville Trailhead Community Market. Vegetables, honey, baked goods, plants, herbs, artisans and more. 675 Lafitte St., Mandeville. Sat, 9am-1pm. Denise Gutnisky, 624-3147.

1-29 Trace Community Market. Arts and crafts in Pocket Park. E. Gibson St., Covington. Sat, 9am-1pm. Sheryl Landry, 898-0686.

1-30 Hickory MaiZE. 6.5-acre cornfield with many twists and turns cut to form a life-size labyrinth. During day, takes a minimum of 45 minutes; at night, longer-so bring a flashlight. Corn cannons shoot corn at targets 200+ feet away. 36524 Ed Yates Rd., Hickory. Fri, 5-9pm; Sat, 10am-9pm; Sun, 3-8pm. Ages 12 and up, $6.75; 6-11, $4.75; 5 and under, free. Marie Dufour, 863-9168.

1-30 Louisiana Renaissance Festival. Jousting tournaments, falconry, master craftsmen, live entertainment, exotic food. Hwy. 1064, one mile north of Hwy. 190 E. Sat-Sun, 10am-5pm. Adults, $10; children, $6.50. Rick Hight, 429-9992.

2 Junior League of Greater Covington’s 8th Annual Harvest Cup Polo Classic. Polo match, silent and live auction, Parade of Breeds, putting contest, raffle and more. John Melton’s Folsom Equestrian Center, 16191 Hwy. 40, Folsom. $75. 12-4pm. Debby McDonald, 845-3403. www.jlgc.net.

2 Pumpkin Day at Global Wildlife Center. Visitors will see the animals being fed hundreds of pumpkins as a special Halloween treat. Global Wildlife Center, Hwy. 40 East, Folsom. Call for tour availability. Christina Cooper, 624-WILD; www.globalwildlife.com.

3-28 Mandeville City Hall Art Exhibit. Arts program featuring a particular artist or group on a monthly basis. October artist to be announced. Mandeville City Hall, 3101 E. Causeway Approach. Mon-Fri, 9am-4pm. Free. Interested artists or groups, please call Mandeville City Hall. Nancy Clark, 626-3144.

5-29 All Small II. Group exhibition of fine art and fine crafts, featuring pieces limited to a maximum of 8 inches for any dimension. Fort Isabel Gallery, 401 N. Columbia St., Covington. Wed-Sat, 10am-4pm. Free. Wes Koon, 892-1841.

7 Live music by Juke Box Zero’s. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

7-8 Gulf Coast Barbeque Cook-Off & Festival. 4th annual festival features food, fun, live entertainment and competitions. Proceeds benefit Louisiana Lions Eye Foundation and Louisiana Children’s Camp. Slidell Bantum Baseball Association fields off Terrace Rd., Slidell. 10am-6pm. $4. Jon Stevenson, 641-6430.

7-8 St. Luke Courtyard Craft Fair. St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church, 919 Cross Gates Blvd., Slidell. Fri, 9am-5pm; Sat, 9am-4pm. Free. Pat Carriere, 641-6429.

7-14 Covington’s Brown Bag Concert. Haik Park, 305 N. Columbia St. Fri, 12-1:30pm. Free. 892-1873.

8 Bayou Jam Fall Concert. Bring chairs and ice chests for a relaxing afternoon. Music by 5th Alabama Infantry Regiment Band. Heritage Park, Slidell. 3-5pm. Free. Kelli Gustafson, 646-4375.

8 Coordinated Gallery Openings. Galleries throughout downtown Covington preview featured artwork. Historic downtown Covington. 6-9pm. Free. 892-8650.

8 Live music by Stormy. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

8 Northshore Cajun Dance. Live Cajun music and dancing; workshop at 7pm. Town Hall, 22161 Level St., Abita Springs. 7-11pm. Non-members, $8; members, $6. Pat Baudier, 882-3848.

8 U.S. Amateur Ballroom Dance. Lessons, exhibition and social dancing. Senior Center, 610 Cousin St., Slidell. 7-10:30pm.Live music: adult member, $8; adult non-member, $10. Recorded music: adult member, $5; adult non-member, $8. Sylvia Dahm, 641-6979.

8 Walk America 2003. March of Dimes walk-a-thon encourages individuals and companies to participate. Mandeville Trailhead, 675 Lafitte St. 8am registration; 9am walk; 10:30am post-walk celebration. Elizabeth Sewell, 504-522-0865.

10 Italian Coffee & Fashion Show. Sponsored by the American Society of Italian Heritage. Tchefuncte Country Club, Covington. 10am. $20. Reservations: Sandra Juneau, 845-2388.

14 Casa Gala 2003. Dance, dinner, live and silent auction. Le Fleur de Lis, 111 N. 6th St., Ponchatoula. 7pm. $65, single; $125, couple. All proceeds benefit abused and neglected children in eight parishes. Mary Pirosko, 902-9583.

14 Live music by Soul Revival. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

14-29 Louisiana Purchase Bicentennial 2003. Exhibition by Brunner Gallery artists. 215 N. Columbia St., Covington. Tues-Sat, 10am-5pm. Free. Robin Hamaker, 893-0444.

15 Abita Springs All Town Market. Vegetables, plants, baked goods, crafts and more. Hwy. 36. 10am-4pm. Free. Diane Trail, 867-3323.

15 Abita Springs Opry. Louisiana roots music performed in an acoustic setting in the Abita Springs Town Hall, 22161 Level St. 7-9pm; doors open at 5:30pm. Adults, $7; seniors 50 and older, $5; 12 and under, free. 892-0711.

15 Live music by Bag of Donuts. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

15-16 Covington Three Rivers Art Festival. 7th annual juried arts event features 150 artists and craftsmen from across the United States. Columbia St., downtown Covington. 10am-5pm. Free. Maria Burkhardt, 871-4141.

16 Third Sunday Concert Series. Loyola Opera Workshop. Wine and cheese reception follows concert. Christ Episcopal Church, 120 S. New Hampshire St., Covington. 5pm. Free. 892-3177.

20 17th Annual Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Tasting Dinner. Four courses, six wines and a guest speaker. Hugh’s Wine Cellar, 4250 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 7pm. $35. Reservations, 626-0066.

20 Tangipahoa Film Fest. Hammond Regional Arts Center, 217 E. Thomas St., Hammond. 7pm. Joseph France, 542-7113.

21 Live music by Four Unplugged. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

21 USABDA AARP Dance. Ballroom dance at the Slidell Senior Center, 610 Cousin St. 7-10:30pm. $5. Sylvia Dahm, 641-6979.

22 Folsom Open Air Market. Local farmers, nurseries, antiques, crafts and garage sale items. 82337 June St. (corner of Hwy. 40 East). 9am-2pm. Free. Clythia Anderson, 796-9448.

22 Live music by Chee Weez. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

22-23 Open House. Saint Joseph Abbey Gift Shop, River Road, Covington. 12-5pm. 867-2227.

28 Live music by Five Finger Discount. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

28-30 Christmas in the Country. Unique holiday shopping experience with special sales, free gifts, entertainment and refreshments. Historic downtown Covington. Pam Keller, 892-1873.

29 Christmas Under the Oaks. Annual Lighting of the Oaks in downtown Covington under the oaks on the corner of Boston St. and N. New Hampshire St. at dusk. Holiday entertainment begins at 4pm. Free. Pam Keller, 892-1873.

29 Live music by Molly Ringwalds. Wall Street, 4240 Hwy. 22, Mandeville. 674-7911.

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