According to a Duke University study, population health scientists have described Alzheimer's disease as both decreasing and increasing in prevalence.
Sunday, November 11, 2018
Don Garland’s Friday story about a Volkswagen "stuffing" contest causing a back seat fire reminded "Nathan from Prairieville" of this near-tragedy:
Situated in one of the best locations in the city, the home at 1156 Westmoreland Drive is a charming offering with original materials and lots of character. Built circa 1940s, the home has an inviting warmth that makes you want to take your shoes …
Saturday, November 10, 2018
LAFAYETTE — If you’re a veteran in the movies and you need legal help, you get Tom Cruise in "A Few Good Men." In real life, you could get an attorney like Greg Saloom, who’s actually seen a courtroom.
Here's what's happening this week in the area arts and cultural scene:
Ed Cullen, whose “Attic Salt” column was a popular Sunday Advocate feature until he retired in 2013, wrote memorably about all the seasons, but he seemed to like autumn best of all.
Saturday, November 10, 2018
Baton Rouge
Southeastern Louisiana University’s Department of Music and Performing Arts will present Bella Voce in a choral performance at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 14 at St. Joseph Abbey, 75376 River Road in Covington.
The 20th century Cold War era was particularly worrisome for youngsters. I recall we school-age kids were taught to "duck and cover" under our desks in case of nuclear attack. At home, parents invested in portable Civil Defense transistor radios a…
Saturday, November 10, 2018
Women & politics
“It’s All American” is the theme for the Baton Rouge Music Club’s recital on Nov. 13 at Woman’s Clubhouse, 259 T.J. Jemison Blvd. The program begins at 10:30 a.m. with coffee served at 9:45 a.m. Advance tickets for the 2019 Music Club Scholarship …
Friday, November 09, 2018
“I accidentally wrote this book on hope,” best-selling author Anne Lamott told the audience.
Friday, November 09, 2018
Deadline for religion bulletins is noon Monday. Email religion@theadvocate.com.
Like the bottomless trunk totted by "magizoologist" Newt Scamander, "Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald" is a mixed bag of wonders.
No, "The Girl in the Spider's Web" isn't a Spider-Man spinoff about a young woman ensnarled by Peter Parker. But you'd be forgiven for thinking the latest, revamped iteration of Stieg Larsson's thrillers has some superhero DNA.
Friday, November 09, 2018
Dear Smiley: Many years ago I accompanied my good friend and boat builder, Tony Dugas, on a second trip to Guatemala to assist in a contract negotiation with its navy.
Honda is diving headlong into the electrified vehicle industry. The 2019 Insight is the company’s fifth electrified vehicle to be introduced in the past year, joining the Clarity series and the Accord Hybrid. The new Insight isn’t the first to bea…
The Human Jukebox is heading to the Rose Parade. Southern University announced on its social media pages Friday that the marching band and the Fabulous Dancing Dolls have been selected to participate in the 2020 Tournament of Roses Parade.
Thursday, November 08, 2018
It remains to be seen whether the city of St. George will be created in East Baton Rouge Parish. But three days a week during the school year, a new municipality arises in Mid City — even though it only lasts for an hour each time.
She liked it just the way it was. He wanted "to do a project."
A friend once told me her goal was to incorporate something she grew in her garden into every meal she ate. I liked her concept, but my vegetable garden is far too small to eat something at every meal, so I aim to eat each day.
After Russ Wise told of the "stuffing" craze of years past, when youngsters would see how many could fit in a phone booth (remember those?) or a Volkswagen, Don Garland had this memory:
BAND NAME OF THE WEEK: Florida Street Blowhards
Jason Andreasen isn't talking.
For the past decade, Clive Owen has tested my patience.
Grab a black turtleneck because you’re about to enter the danger zone.
Cory Henry had been hailed as one of the finest organ players of his generation. He won Grammys playing the Hammond B3 with an acclaimed jazz and funk ensemble and then went solo.
On its second album, Brother’s Bear has created an honest work of art any fan of folk is sure to appreciate. Acoustic melodies, vocal harmonies and thoughtful lyrics abound on “Walking Each Other Home,” the latest project by the Baton Rouge quartet.
On stage, Smokehouse Porter sings in low, sandpapery tones. “Oh, well, I’m the king — I’m king of the gutbucket blues,” Smokehouse intones over a slow, swampy groove, while Mamie Porter, his wife, coos liquid-soul backup.
Curbside's second anniversary celebration continues through Saturday in quintessential Curbside fashion — with adventurous, it-looks-different-but-trust-us burger specials. The restaurant (4158 Government St.) is collaborating with other Baton Rou…
Brett Favre and Lindsay Lohan could tell you that not all comebacks are successful. But sometimes, when they are, they can surpass the original attempt. Marcello’s Baton Rouge is back in its old haunt after a short hiatus and is now busy reminding…
Wednesday, November 07, 2018
Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve were slow at Commander’s Palace when she was a kid, said Ti Martin, co-proprietor of the restaurant in New Orleans' Garden District.
Mirliton, Shrimp and Tasso Casserole
“Authentic Italian Desserts: 75 Traditional Favorites Made Easy” by Rosemary Molloy, Page Street Publishing, 192 pages, paperback, $21.99
Tiramisù alla Cioccolato (Chocolate Tiramisu)
Perry Snyder, of Baton Rouge, says, "Two years ago on election day, my wife, Cindy, was on grandmother duty.
The Passion Worship Nights event featuring Passion, Louie Giglio and Travis Greene that had been scheduled for Friday, Nov. 9, has been canceled, according to a news release.
Lance Hughes got his love of sports from his dad. Not only did Samuel Hughes give him pointers, but he and his wife, Yvonne, never missed a game, from when Lance was 8 until he finished playing football at Southern University.
Tuesday, November 06, 2018
Rain Scott-Catoire's hero in middle and high school wasn't the pop star of the moment.
Occasionally I am called upon to judge various local competitions. That’s what had me out at ExxonMobil on the morning of Oct. 26 — jambalaya. Lots of jambalaya.
A World War II veteran in a bridge-building outfit once told me about being trained to move floating pontoon sections. The first lesson involved learning to use the oars while the pontoon was still on dry ground.
Mention of hearing problems brought this from A. Braud, of Gonzales:
Volvo has unveiled the 2019 XC40, a smooth-riding compact crossover aimed squarely at buyers who may or may not have heard of a band called “The Beatles.”
Ironically, country singer/actor/producer John Schneider was eliminated from ABC's "Dancing with the Stars" on country-western night.
Monday, November 05, 2018
John Alleyne looks at their hair first.
Opelousas singer-songwriter Kylie Frey will compete on USA Network's new music showcase series "Real Country" debuting at 9 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 13.
