BEGIN:VCALENDAR METHOD:PUBLISH PRODID:-//John Papaioannou/NONSGML Bennu 0.1//EN VERSION:2.0 BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CHILDREN IN THE MIDDLE DESCRIPTION:&ldquo\;CHILDREN IN THE MIDDLE&rdquo\; ~ Children&rsquo\;s Ver sion (ages 6 - 12 yrs) Mon. Jul. 23 &\; 30\; Aug. 20 &\; 27 &\; a gain Sep. 17 &\; 24\; 7:00-9:00pm A 2-part series for the children of p arents participating in\, or who have previously completed\, the &ldquo\;C hildren In The Middle&rdquo\; series. Children can receive help with issue s they may encounter as their parents divorce. Register by 1 pm on Friday prior to the first session. COST: $10/child (max $20/family). CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120917T190000 DTEND:20120924T210000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:4acf9fdf-9c60-4b0a-b2a8-83ace5b81d93 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Letters from Everett at St. John's DESCRIPTION:Come hear the stories\, music and concepts of New Orleans vete ran jazz bassist\, Everett Link. Everett is almost 70 years old and is sti ll active in the jazz scene. He has played along-side music legends like D uke Ellington\, Ronnie Kole\, Dukes of Dixieland and more! This event is F REE to the public and will be held on Saturday\, September 29th\, 7pm at S t. John's Coffeehouse on 535 East Boston Street in Historic Covington. Com e meet Everett\, learn more about the upcoming Letters from Everett jazz a lbum and find out how you can be part of this historical project via kicks tarter. Don't miss this amazing evening! CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120913T190000 DTEND:20120929T210000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:be757b8d-3698-4f0a-8bad-dbc15a5a0658 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:"The Nerd" DESCRIPTION:"\;The Nerd"\; is a romantic comedy directed by Larry Shue and Adrianne Poole CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120907T080000 DTEND:20120923T170000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:14bf0f28-6654-4232-bc2b-bb07dbf6d0af END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:A Year with Frog and Toad DESCRIPTION:Slidell Little Theatre Proudly Presents \n \n"\;A Year wit h Frog and Toad"\; \n \n \; \nGeneral Admission Tickes $10 \nSept. 15 \; \; 1pm &\; 4pm \nSept. 16 2pm \nSept. 21 7:30pm \n \ ;Sept. 22 1pm &\; 4pm \nSept. 23 2pm \nBased on the books by Arnold La bel \nBook and Lyrics By Willie Reale  \; \nMusic By Robert Reale \n& nbsp\; \n"\;A Year with Frog and Toad"\; presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International \n \; \n \nGeneral Admis sion Tickes $10 \nSept. 15 \; \; 1pm &\; 4pm \nSept. 16 2pm \nS ept. 21 7:30pm \n \;Sept. 22 1pm &\; 4pm \nSept. 23 2pm \nBased on the books by Arnold Label \nBook and Lyrics By Willie Reale  \; \nMu sic By Robert Reale \n \; \n"\;A Year with Frog and Toad"\; pr esented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International \n&nb sp\; CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120915T080000 DTEND:20120923T170000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:2d269160-3744-4cbe-85e2-2a06401c6641 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Sunset Sundays DESCRIPTION:Free concert featuring Wanda Rouzar at the Mandeville Trailhea d. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120923T080000 DTEND:20120923T170000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:f139d23e-24ae-425e-9fe6-690639d65a55 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Become a Guild Volunteer DESCRIPTION:Your time is needed. And your aunt&rsquo\;s\, dad&rsquo\;s or cousin&rsquo\;s time\, too. Anyone interested in making patients&rsquo\; e xperiences at St. Tammany Parish Hospital special is needed. The St. Tamma ny Hospital Guild provides volunteer hands and hearts to make a difference every day in the lives of our patients. When you\, your family\, friends or neighbors find themselves with the time to devote to volunteering\, thi nk of the Guild. To volunteer or to introduce your loved one to volunteeri ng\, please contact the STPH Volunteer Coordinator at 985-898-4008. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120502T080000 DTEND:20121231T163000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:023be120-36cc-433d-99d8-84513328eccf END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Artist of the Month Program DESCRIPTION:Free exhibits by local artists or groups in the lobby of Mande ville City Hall CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120806T090000 DTEND:20130329T163000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:1e09da51-8a23-4021-bc1a-a282485646f5 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NAMI St. Tammany Family to Family Education Program DESCRIPTION:NAMI St. Tammany is now accepting registration for the Family to Family Education Program. This FREE 12-week session is designed for any family member or caregiver who has a loved one living with mental illness . Topics addressed include biological processes\, treatment options\, navi gating the mental health care system and an in-depth review of the major m ental illnesses such as Depression\, Bipolar Disorder\, Schizophrenia and mental illness with substance use. Family members can gain valuable commun ication skills and an understanding of the lived experience of their loved one\, learning to cope more effectively. Sessions are led by trained and certified family members who have loved ones living with mental illness. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120904T183000 DTEND:20121120T210000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:b36ef9b2-66b1-4eb9-8d9f-f209259da828 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Choosing to Live Life Well: A CPA and Psychiatrist Share Their Sto ries of Struggle and Personal Change DESCRIPTION:Both speakers will share their stories of struggle and recover y in an effort to raise public awareness about mental illness\, reduce sti gma and promote mental health and well being. Clausen and Truehart have bo th experienced mental illness\, recovered and are willing to share their e xperience with other professionals. Clausen owns his own accounting firm i n Michigan and is in recovery from bipolar disorder. Truehart\, a psychiat rist in private practice on the Northshore\, has struggled with depression and anxiety. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120924T183000 DTEND:20120924T200000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:2001a396-25d6-4c45-915c-cdc0c79947ad END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CHILDREN IN THE MIDDLE: Co-Parenting Class DESCRIPTION:&ldquo\;CHILDREN IN THE MIDDLE&rdquo\; ~ Adult Session Mon. Ju l. 23 &\; 30\; Aug. 20 &\; 27\; &\; again Sep. 17 &\; 24\; 7:0 0-9:00pm ~ Scott Sirgo 2-part series for divorcing parents who want to kee p their children from becoming&hellip\;Children in the Middle. Learn metho ds and communication skills that help keep children out of the divorcing p arents&rsquo\; issues. Register no later than 1pm on the Friday prior to t he first session. Limited Space. COST: per series ~ $30/members\; $35/non- members\; $10 add&rsquo\;l per couple. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120917T190000 DTEND:20120924T210000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:5a7a6f77-ec0d-4c7c-bcc6-687bce746463 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:PLAY & LEARN DESCRIPTION:&ldquo\;PLAY &\; LEARN&rdquo\; (ages: 16 mos. - 4 years) Tu es. Jul. 3\, 24 &\; 31\; Aug. 14\, 21 &\; 28\; &\; again Sep. 11\ , 18 &\; 25\; 9:30-10:15am ~ Carmen Fouquet This educational program is designed for parents and their children to play and learn together! Learn about a variety of interesting topics through discussion\, music &\; m ovement\, hands on exploration\, arts &\; crafts\, and story time with a specific monthly theme. COST: per month ~ $15/child for members\; $24/ch ild for nonmembers. Class size is limited to 12 parent/child couples. Your payment in full reserves your place for these monthly sessions. Monthly T hemes: Jul. &ldquo\;Let&rsquo\;s Go Buggy&rdquo\;\; Aug. &ldquo\;Do the Zo o&rdquo\;\; Sep. &ldquo\;Circus Fun&rdquo\; An added bonus for our PLAY &a mp\; LEARN Interactive Group (preschool children). &ldquo\;FUN AND FIT&rdq uo\; encourages both parents and children to get up and move! We&rsquo\;ll have so much fun that we won&rsquo\;t even realize we&rsquo\;re exercisin g. We are all just a hop\, skip\, and a jump away from better health. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120911T093000 DTEND:20120925T101500 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:5af3377c-038f-4cf7-bc7f-f71e5a3234ec END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Circle of Security DESCRIPTION:10 Weeks of Safe Learning about the Struggles that We All Have in Relationships with Our Children. The Circle of Security can help paren ts find the key that unlocks the mystery to understanding difficult child behaviors\, giving parents renewed feelings of success and confidence. At each session you will have an opportunity to watch videos of other parents with their children in everyday life situations. Group discussions will f ollow\, and tips will be offered to improve your parenting skills. Partici pants &bull\;Women (mothers/caregivers) &bull\;Have children under age 6 w ho are Medicaid eligible &bull\;All sessions are FREE &bull\;Refreshments will be provided &bull\;Gas cards will be raffled at each session &bull\;E arn prizes for attending sessions Class size is limited to 12 participants . Child care will NOT be provided. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120724T130000 DTEND:20120925T143000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:4af79219-f279-43b8-8d80-0c6aa8b0435c END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NAMI St. Tammany Family to Family Education Program DESCRIPTION:NAMI St. Tammany is now accepting registration for the Family to Family Education Program. This FREE 12-week session is designed for any family member or caregiver who has a loved one living with mental illness . Topics addressed include biological processes\, treatment options\, navi gating the mental health care system and an in-depth review of the major m ental illnesses such as Depression\, Bipolar Disorder\, Schizophrenia and mental illness with substance use. Family members can gain valuable commun ication skills and an understanding of the lived experience of their loved one\, learning to cope more effectively. Sessions are led by trained and certified family members who have loved ones living with mental illness. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120904T183000 DTEND:20121120T210000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:79ef63d7-0135-4e3f-8afe-e1775a320f72 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Covington Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Wednesday Farmer&rsquo\;s Market \nBuy fresh\, locally-grown p roduce. Takes place every Wednesday\, rain or shine. \nCovington Trailhead \, 419 North New Hampshire Street \n10 a.m. &ndash\; 2 p.m. \nwww.covingto nfarmersmarket.org CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120128T100000 DTEND:20121228T140000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:87b78463-ea3f-4dd0-820a-a5bc12404737 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bereavement Counseling DESCRIPTION:Counseling for those who have suffered loss is now available a t Hospice of St. Tammany every Wednesday beginning at 10:00 a.m. in their office building located at 725 W 11th Avenue in Covington. This new progra m is designed to assist those who would prefer daytime sessions as they co nfront issues arising from extreme loss\, such as the death of a loved one . There is no cost or time commitment required\, just a willingness to ack nowledge the need for assistance. Hospice Chaplains Gerald Knighton and Lo uis Ogle will be conducting the weekly sessions. Walk-ins are welcome. For additional information\, please call the chaplain&rsquo\;s office at (985 ) 871-5746. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120711T100000 DTEND:20121219T100000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:2b54ada6-90a6-426c-a2cc-cc8a2ab0ee47 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Living Tobacco Free DESCRIPTION:This 9 week program runs each Wednesday\, 11:30 a.m. until 12: 30 p.m. at the Paul Cordes Outpatient Pavilion\, Hwy. 1085\, Covington\, L A. Open to employees\, family members\, and the community. Cost: Provided at no charge but registration is needed. Make a commitment to quit for goo d! A tobacco cessation support program in combination with other tobacco c essation aids\, has proved to be successful in helping people to kick the habit and stay tobacco-free. This class can provide the tools you need to become tobacco free. Lunch is provided at no cost to you. Call 985-898-446 8 for more information or to register. Additional tobacco cessation resour ces are also available via internet\, phone and group support/classes. Mad e possible through a generous donation from Gerry Reed in memory of Margie Reed. St. Tammany Parish Hospital and all it's locations are tobacco-free. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120801T113000 DTEND:20120926T113000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:f1a4a8d0-15b1-4a2f-b7fd-dcc10021e89f END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Alzheimer's Support Group DESCRIPTION:A family support group that meets on a monthly basis due to lo ved ones who suffer from dementia or Alzheimer's. Provides information to the caregiver and family members regarding Alzheimer's disease and the com munity resources available. With increased knowledge about what is happeni ng and why\, the ability of caregivers to care for the person increases\, and stress decreases. The loneliness and frustration a caregiver often fee ls are reduced in the non-judgmental company of others facing similar situ ations. Interaction among caregivers with similar concerns and experiences helps develop skills in stress management\; problem solving and home care techniques. Members of the support group find enduring help and friendshi p. Alzheimer's Support meets the last Wednesday of each month from noon to 1:30 pm at the Paul D. Cordes Outpatient Pavilion. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120330T120000 DTEND:20120926T133000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:02ae82b9-e13e-4af8-8e81-14c0593801ed END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Know Your Stats DESCRIPTION:Leading local urologist Sunil Purohit MD will head an informat ive and entertaining discussion about the vital importance of knowing your stats for Prostate Cancer Awareness. Prostate cancer is the most common n on-skin cancer affecting men in the United States\, but is most treatable when caught early. The American Urological Association recommends that men age 40 and older talk with their doctor about prostate cancer testing. Kn owing your score today could help save your life later. Please call to res erve your space. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120926T180000 DTEND:20120926T193000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:94eb0a74-fe1f-496f-95f5-51ba615d6857 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Digital Photography for Beginners DESCRIPTION:This one day class covers the basics of digital photography an d the differences between point and shoot vs. SLR. The course also covers equipment settings\, resolution\, zoom and white balance. Students will le arn print options\, digital settings\, loading images onto the computer an d uploading images to various web sites\, and will learn techniques such a s working with lighting\, natural posing and framing. Cost of the class is $95. Students can register online at www.selu.edu/es or by calling the St Tammany Center at 985-893-6251 for further information. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120926T180000 DTEND:20120926T200000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:a933ca02-923c-4fc9-8196-6bc67fdb27de END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Digital Photography for Beginners DESCRIPTION:This one day class covers the basics of digital photography an d the differences between point and shoot vs. SLR. The course also covers equipment settings\, resolution\, zoom and white balance. Students will le arn print options\, digital settings\, loading images onto the computer an d uploading images to various web sites\, and will learn techniques such a s working with lighting\, natural posing and framing. Cost of the class is $95. Students can register online at www.selu.edu/es or by calling the St Tammany Center at 985-893-6251 for further information. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120926T180000 DTEND:20120926T200000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:e65cc5c3-9a82-4fb5-965e-e130890f2803 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Board of Property Assessments Review Meeting DESCRIPTION:The St. Tammany Parish Council will convene a special meeting on Wednesday\, September 26\, 2012\, beginning at 6:00 p.m. to sit as Boar d of Property Assessments Review pursuant to state law. \; Appeal hear ings will begin the following week. \n \; \nAll St. Tammany Parish pro perty owners who disagree with the recent fair market value determination on their property made by the St. Tammany Parish Assessor for property tax purposes have the right to appeal the value determination to the Parish C ouncil as Board of Review. \n \; \nPersons wishing to appeal their pro perty assessments made by the Assessor to the Parish Council should comple te the Board of Review Appeal form available at the Assessor&rsquo\;s Offi ce\, the Parish Council&rsquo\;s Office\, or on the Parish Website at http ://www.stpgov.org/topics.php?id=2655 and mail\, fax\, or hand deliver it t o the Parish Council Office by September 27\, 2012. \n \; \nThe Parish Council Office will notify those who appeal of the hearing date set with the Board of Review. \; It is important that appellants bring with the m to the hearing documents supporting their claim of the proper fair marke t value of their property. \; Examples of this include a recent proper ty appraisal\, an opinion of value letter from a real estate professional\ , or the assessed value of a comparable property in the area of the proper ty being appealed. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120926T180000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:707f2590-ba07-41b6-aa69-913a63aa210e END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NAMI St. Tammany Connection Support Group DESCRIPTION:Free monthly Community Support Group for adults living with me ntal illness. Includes confidential\, structured sharing of experiences\, group discussions and supportive coping strategies. Meetings are held in t he Magnolia Room of Lakeview Regional Medical Center in Covington. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120425T183000 DTEND:20121219T200000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:6a9f33d7-b188-44f6-ad6e-e795d6935938 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Tai Chi: Healing in Motion DESCRIPTION:Tai Chi is meditation in motion based on martial arts movement s. Guided by Erlinda R. Nye\, yoga and Tai Chi instructor with extensive m artial arts background. Participants may start at any time. Target audienc e: 1. Focused on those with a cancer diagnosis and their caregivers 2. Ope n to other participants intersted in health and wellness 3. Open to health care professionals Weekly on Thursdays\, 9:00a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Cancer Re source Center Paul D. Cordes Outpatient Pavilion\, Covington\, LA 985-898- 4581 to register or for more information. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120503T090000 DTEND:20121227T100000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:3ab3aca2-f5f1-40f2-b321-14d9056cc9e8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:CUDDLE BUDDIES DESCRIPTION:&ldquo\;CUDDLE BUDDIES&rdquo\; (ages: 8 &ndash\; 15 months) Th urs. Jul. 5\, 19 &\; 26\; Aug. 16\, 23 &\; 30\; Sept. 13\, 20 &\; 27\; 10:30 -11:00am ~ Carmen Fouquet This monthly group is both a learnin g and support opportunity for parents and a &ldquo\;social&rdquo\; time fo r babies. Bring a friend and join us for songs\, stories and playtime. Cla ss size is limited to 12 parent/child couples. COST: per month ~ $6/member s\; $12/nonmembers. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120913T103000 DTEND:20120927T110000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:31703612-a6be-440c-b2cb-bf9a3352a4c8 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NEW BABY SUPPORT GROUP DESCRIPTION:(ages: Birth - 7 months) Every Thurs. (except holidays)\, 11:1 5am-Noon What a great opportunity to discuss child development and parenti ng tips with other parents\, as well as professionals. Breastfeeding mothe rs and their newborns are encouraged to attend our Breastfeeding Support G roup. FREE CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120105T111500 DTEND:20121227T111500 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:be8328c8-aaf1-4608-b983-388fc55ee881 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Nurturing Skills for Families DESCRIPTION:Thursdays: June 28-October 11 (a 16-week course) Nurturing Par enting is a proven program for parents and their children that is internat ionally recognized for enhancing self worth\, empathy\, discipline and emp owerment. Join the thousands of families worldwide who have experienced th e excitement of learning the philosophy and skills of Nurturing Parenting\ , having fun\, and growing closer as a family. This program is made possib le through a grant provided by the Harper Family Foundation and the Mitchi ner-Gettinger Family Foundation. Space limited\; register early. Call to r egister or for more information. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120628T180000 DTEND:20121011T200000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:a489c118-03c4-4ca7-a27f-f28ebde6cd76 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NAMI St. Tammany Peer to Peer Education Program DESCRIPTION:NAMI St. Tammany is now accepting registration for the Peer to Peer Education Program. This FREE 10-week session provides a safe\, confi dential setting where an individual can learn more about his or her mental illness. Using lectures\, group discussions and interactive exercises\, t he program can teach participants to maintain a solid recovery. Sessions a re led by trained and certified individuals who themselves are living in r ecovery with mental illness. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120913T183000 DTEND:20121115T200000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:ad4286af-9d21-45b4-af4c-ce63e38cfcac END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Women's Mental Health Series DESCRIPTION:Part 1: Childhood and Adolescence. This lecture will focus on mental health issues in children and adolescents including bullying\, peer pressure\, self-esteem and ADHD. Presented by: Candy Rosenblum\, LCSW\, J ewish Family Services and Dr. William Colomb\, Child Psychiatrist\, Mercy Family Center CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120927T183000 DTEND:20120927T200000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:24d581ea-6038-4c06-8c6b-bbd81a7f7c39 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Restorative Yoga in Cancer Care DESCRIPTION:These classes are facilitated by Wendy McKee\, RYT\, Certified Yoga Instructor and incorporate yoga techniques appropriate for anyone go ing through a cancer experience regardless of physical strength or abiliti es. Offered weekly\; participants may start at any time based on space and availability. There is no charge for classes\; registration and medical r elease required. Space limited\; register early by calling 504-975-4430. W eekly on Fridays - 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120406T100000 DTEND:20121228T110000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:dcdd9137-9942-4091-9717-7572fffa2ed4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Columbia Street Block Party DESCRIPTION:This event includes a classic car show and live music at vario us restaurants along Columbia Street. Takes place every last Friday of the month from March through October. \nwww.cityofcovingtonla.com CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120330T183000 DTEND:20121026T213000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:71819e26-d00b-4bf6-8660-08a299fbb091 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Covington Farmers Market DESCRIPTION:Saturday Farmer&rsquo\;s Market \nBuy fresh\, locally-grown pr oduce. Takes place every Saturday\, rain or shine. \n600 block of Columbia Street \n8 a.m. &ndash\; noon \nwww.covingtonfarmersmarket.org CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120204T080000 DTEND:20121229T080000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:5a70a2d8-9283-410a-b4ae-ef5a6093f1a4 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Mayor Freddy Drennan's Wild Game Cook-Off DESCRIPTION:The 9th Annual Wild Game\, BBQ and Seafood Cook-Off is hosted by Mayor Freddy Drennan. Teams compete for prizes in each category. All pr oceeds go to Community Christian Concern a non-profit organization in Slid ell. Silent auction\, live auction\, raffle prizes and live entertainment\ , coke and beer sold. Admission is $15.00 for adults children tickets are available. $50.00 will enter you team in the event and sponsor packages ar e available. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120929T110000 DTEND:20120929T150000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:88dc8ff6-7cda-423a-a2aa-a10788107c79 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:USING LAMAZE TECHNIQUES DESCRIPTION:&ldquo\;USING LAMAZE TECHNIQUES&rdquo\; (6-part series) Sat. J ul. 7 thru Aug. 18\; &\; Sep. 8 thru Oct. 20\; 4:00-7:00pm All aspects of the birthing process and methods of delivery will be discussed. Relaxat ion and pain-control techniques will be practiced weekly to help you throu gh the childbirth experience. COST: $50. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120908T160000 DTEND:20121020T190000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:ea286e3a-1316-4d57-a67b-beb1d21ab151 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:The City of Slidell's Bayou Jam Concert DESCRIPTION:Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and join us for this free concert with Redline in Heritage Park in Slidell. Free admission. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120930T173000 DTEND:20120930T193000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:2671da54-7fd4-4fd5-b653-30f3917c2f59 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Become a Guild Volunteer DESCRIPTION:Your time is needed. And your aunt&rsquo\;s\, dad&rsquo\;s or cousin&rsquo\;s time\, too. Anyone interested in making patients&rsquo\; e xperiences at St. Tammany Parish Hospital special is needed. The St. Tamma ny Hospital Guild provides volunteer hands and hearts to make a difference every day in the lives of our patients. When you\, your family\, friends or neighbors find themselves with the time to devote to volunteering\, thi nk of the Guild. To volunteer or to introduce your loved one to volunteeri ng\, please contact the STPH Volunteer Coordinator at 985-898-4008. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120502T080000 DTEND:20121231T163000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:5d7d560e-e6db-49d2-b222-293458d913c7 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Artist of the Month Program DESCRIPTION:Free exhibits by local artists or groups in the lobby of Mande ville City Hall CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120806T090000 DTEND:20130329T163000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:034d2683-9b95-470f-8bfd-db46b2794892 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:NAMI St. Tammany Family to Family Education Program DESCRIPTION:NAMI St. Tammany is now accepting registration for the Family to Family Education Program. This FREE 12-week session is designed for any family member or caregiver who has a loved one living with mental illness . Topics addressed include biological processes\, treatment options\, navi gating the mental health care system and an in-depth review of the major m ental illnesses such as Depression\, Bipolar Disorder\, Schizophrenia and mental illness with substance use. Family members can gain valuable commun ication skills and an understanding of the lived experience of their loved one\, learning to cope more effectively. Sessions are led by trained and certified family members who have loved ones living with mental illness. CLASS:PUBLIC DTSTART:20120904T183000 DTEND:20121120T210000 DTSTAMP:20130521T000000Z TRANSP:OPAQUE SEQUENCE:0 PRIORITY:5 UID:9af1e92b-32d6-4059-bb9e-e334a1246af8 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR