Baton Rouge Concert Band
Dear Smiley: A former student of mine, a very bright young lady, Anita Mayeaux, came from a family of card sharks.
Our recent Yat pronunciation story (about our governor, "Oil Long"), triggered two more tales on this subject:
Puddle of Mudd, the alternative rockers who brought us No. 1 hits “Blurry,” “She Hates Me” and “Famous,” are set to play The Texas Club Friday, July 29.
A "Why we love our little children" story, from Keith Horcasitas, of Baton Rouge:
A dip in the pool, burgers and hot dogs on the grill, fireworks, ah, the fireworks. Any way you mark the Fourth of July in the Baton Rouge area, your celebration can start early and run right through Monday night.
What is more classic than grilling delicious burgers and hot dogs on the Fourth of July?
"Reading the Saturday story about fiber," says Peter Dassey, of Kenner, "reminded me of a neighborhood 'progressive' party my wife and I attended years ago.
Lawn maintenance hits its peak in summer. Besides the frequent mowing, watering is needed in dry spells, and pests like insects, diseases and weeds may require action.
It's 3 p.m. Friday afternoon. In Los Angeles, Ralyn Johnson has just completed rehearsals and wardrobe fittings for the day. Back in Louisiana, Virginia Crouse is catching up with friends and family and settling back into her dance teaching schedule.
Garden columnist Dan Gill answers readers' questions each week. To send a question, email Gill at gnogardening@agcenter.lsu.edu.
This confession from Judy Poteet, of Lafayette, caused me to chortle:
Oh, the family silver. It’s the stuff of legends, lore, lust and lawsuits. At least it used to be. Once a requisite on every bride’s registry, today, sterling flatware is a luxury few can afford, and many don’t even want. Buying silverware you hav…
What are signs of caregiver burnout?
Festival of Words hosts a literary reading and open mic at 7 p.m. Wednesday at Java Square, 103 W. Landry St., Opelousas.
The Galvez chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Attakapas Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution held the 63rd George Washington Ball on June 25. With the theme of “The Pledge of Allegiance,” the ball was to mark the cel…
From time to time, I am sent various translations of Scripture. One of the more recent ones is “The Holy Bible Feminine Translation Version,” published in 2021 by Mark 7 Publishing, JW Farquhar, ISBN 978-0-9796263-4-0. It is available to purchase …
Swimming remains one of my favorite activities. Just the smell of a pool makes me smile.
Dear Smiley: A few years ago my 6-year-old grandson was playing pitch-and-catch with me on the driveway.
First Baptist Church of Baker has made a tradition of hosting patriotic community choral programs in celebration of Independence Day, and this year is no different.
Just when you thought the heat was too sweltering for a festival in Louisiana, Baton Rouge Pride Fest takes things indoors Saturday.
Another in our series on youngsters dealing with adult language and adult topics:
Almost everybody he met at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette told him he should open a food truck or a restaurant sooner or later. The food he cooked was too delicious and well prepared to be kept within friends and family.
After attending several songwriters-in-the-round performances in Nashville, Tennessee, Charlston Bourgeois wished Baton Rouge had something similar.
Six years and many performances later, Lafayette-born singer-songwriter MacKenzie Bourg is still finding his way in the music business.
Romance is in the air at Opéra Louisiane.
Our series on New Orleans beer brought us this incident:
Louisiana has two contestants in the top 12 of this season's "So You Think You Can Dance," and almost had a third.
Before they're gone, we should pay homage to the homegrown tomato a few more times.
Dr. Karl Roider, LSU professor emeritus, will speak on the war in Ukraine at 2 p.m. Wednesday at the Main Library at Goodwood, 7711 Goodwood Blvd.
Due to COVID-19 issues, Swine Palace has canceled its Wednesday, Thursday and Friday performances of "Sweat."
Technically, summer begins Tuesday, but temperatures in Acadiana have already been flirting with 100 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a succession of heat advisories for this week, and it's only expected to worsen.
I'm a sucker for a good love story. Marion J. Denova tells one with a Louisiana flavor:
It's a win-win: Plant lovers and gardeners soak in a visual treat in the form of a lush garden and pond tour, while an area nonprofit benefits by an infusion of donations.
Gardening offers so many options to create relaxing green spaces. Whether you have a great deal of land to create sprawling gardens or you are working with a small patio, a well-thought-out design can help make useful and unique outdoor spaces.
What is the “transitioning phase” of caregiving?
Although native to eastern Asia, crape myrtles are indispensable in the Southern landscape. Its vibrantly colored flowers in shades of pink, purple, red and white from May to September virtually define the summer season here. The relatively small …
Technically, summer begins Tuesday, but temperatures in Acadiana have already been flirting with 100 degrees. The National Weather Service has issued a succession of heat advisories for this week, and it's only expected to worsen.
I'm a sucker for a good love story. Marion J. Denova tells one with a Louisiana flavor:
It's a win-win: Plant lovers and gardeners soak in a visual treat in the form of a lush garden and pond tour, while an area nonprofit benefits by an infusion of donations.
Gardening offers so many options to create relaxing green spaces. Whether you have a great deal of land to create sprawling gardens or you are working with a small patio, a well-thought-out design can help make useful and unique outdoor spaces.
What is the “transitioning phase” of caregiving?
Four widows are looking for love, or so they say.
Here's one of my favorite stories about the joy of making booze at home:
In the past few weeks, my father has been my family’s top priority. He’s sick. To see him weak and unable to do the things he’s taken for granted for nearly 81 years has been a shock to the system.
No Wi-Fi? Help is on the way.
Swine Palace will returns to the stage on Wednesday, June 22, after a two-year hiatus with a production of Lynn Nottage's Pulitzer Prize-winning drama, "Sweat," in the Studio Theater in the LSU Music and Dramatic Arts Building, Dalrymple Drive.
Swine Palace examines the American dream in 'Sweat,' its first live production after two-year hiatus
A carrot dangling on the horizon can be just enough to disrupt the contentment of everyday life.