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What Now Magazine August 2013 Issue published by Fathom Media and distributed throughout Terrebonne and Lafourche parishes in South Louisiana.TRANSCRIPT
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Culinary Showcase
DR.STEPHEN HULBERTW H A T N O W
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WHAT NOW?AUGUST 2013
FROM OUR DESK
FIND MORE AT
www.WHATNOWMAG.com/whatnowmag @whatnowmag
40ON THE COVER:DR. STEPHEN HULBERT, PRESIDENT OF NICHOLLS STATE UNIVERISTYPHOTO BY: BRIAN WAITZ
And The Heat Goes OnLETTER FROM THE EDITOR6
FLASHBACKYour submitted photos from last monthA LOOK AT EVENTS FROM JULY9
WHAT TO DOPirates of the Gulf Fishing RodeoPARTY LIKE A PIRATE14
Charlene Richard’s Cajun AltarCAJUN SAINT18
Nicholls State President says GoodbyeDR. STEPHEN HULBERT: WHAT NOW30
A Taste of Food and CultureCULINARY SHOWCASE36
Two Industries, One EventSHRIMP AND PETROLEUM FESTIVAL40
WHERE TO GO
August 1 - August 4WEEK 1 EVENTS22
August 5 - August 11WEEK 2 EVENTS24
August 12 - August 18WEEK 3 EVENTS26
August 19 - August 31WEEK 4 EVENTS28
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AUGUST 2013
OUR DESK TO YOURSA Letter From Our Editor, Ben Jones Jr
AND THE HEAT GOES ON Hopefully you have enjoyed the past five issues ofWhat Now Magazine. We are very excited for this issue, being that it is our sixth issue since the beginning of Fathom Media and What Now Magazine. We hope you have been informed on local events and happenings and have experienced new adventures through our publication. We will continue to improve What Now based on our loyal readers suggestions. This magazine is FOR you and ABOUT you. South Louisiana is your home, and we want you to know what’s at your back door each month. We are especially excited about our August issue front cover story on Dr. Stephen Hulbert, Nicholls State University’s outgoing president. Dr. Hulbert has been a tremendous supporter (and reader) of What Now Magazine, and we were glad to have attended Nicholls during his presidency. With so much going on in Lafourche, Terrebonne, and the surrounding areas, don’t forget to send us your events so that we can sharethemwithourreaders.Overthepastfivemonths,wehaveseen“WhatNowers”ofallagesattendlocaleventsthattheyfound through reviewing our calendar section of the magazine and reading our special event stories each month. Also, no matter what the event or occasion, email your pictures from things you do and places you visit in August to [email protected]. We are more than happy to feature recitals, birthdays, weddings, concerts, and anything you can think of. Who wouldn’t want to be featured in a magazine? We hope you are enjoying What Now Magazine and all that it has to offer the area. We look forward to continuing our mission of promoting local events and happenings as well as things to do. What now? Never be bored again.
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Photo by: Brian Waitz
WHAT DO YOU KNOW
Educate Yourself on BP ClaimsUP IN YA BUSINESS43
Photo Collage FrameFYI, YOU CAN DIY44
Back to School, Back to HealthSPREAD THE HEALTH45
A Lighter Look at SportsFOUL BALLS46
Eggplant Casserole & Mac-N-CheeseMMM’ MMM’ GOOD48
You’re Worth ItYOUR LIFE, YOUR STYLE49
WHAT NOW?
50FLASHFORWARDPlan now for these events in SeptemberA LOOK AT UPCOMING EVENTS54
Things to Do at HomeSTAYING IN50
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FLASHBACKWHATNOW
M A G A Z I N E
AUGUST 2013
PUBLISHERS/EDITORS: Ben Jones Jr Cody J Blanchard
ADVISOR: Nicki Boudreaux
CONTRIBUTING EDITORS: Ginger Gaubert Kelly Granier
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: Kassie Barrancotto Stuart Percle Celeste Roberts CONTRIBUTING COLUMNISTS: Susan Arcement Chris Breaux Kelly Granier Lee LeBoeuf Kate Theriot Katherine Toups
MARKETING AMBASSADORS: Hannah-Marie Avants Jordan Reed
EVENTS CORRESPONDENT: Hannah Kidder
PHOTOGRAPHY: Brian Waitz
OPERATIONS: Trey Cheramie
A publication of Fathom Media, LLC
Copyright © 2013 by Fathom Media, LLC. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is strictly prohibited.
Business Address:Fathom Media, LLC303 St. Louis StreetSuite 2Thibodaux, LA 70301
What Now Magazine cannot be responsible for the return of unsolicited material such as manuscripts or photographs, with or without the inclusion of a stamped, self-addressed envelope.
Information in this publication is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the accuracy and completeness of the information cannot be guaranteed.
The opinions expressed in What Now Magazine are those of the authors and do not necessarily represent the opinions of Fathom Media, our employees or any of our advertisers.
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FLASHBACK
JULY 2013a review of
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1 What Now staff members Cody Blanchard (left), Hannah-Marie Avants (center) and Ben Jones Jr. (right) posed during Bar Roussell’s two year anniversary party in Houma.
BAR ROUSSELL CELEBRATES TWO
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2 Children all smiles while attending a week-long summer camp at the Bayou Country Children’s Museum in Thibodaux.
SUMMER CAMP FUN
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Jennifer Armand with Earl Eues during the Business After Hours at Cypress Columns hosted by the Houma-Terrebonne Chamber of Commerce.
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
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Campers of Camp Bayou Pride posed at the Run for Fun in memory of Mrs. Lou Estay.
CAMP BAYOU PRIDE
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Treater put on a performance during the Manning Passing Academy camp held at Nicholls State University.
WHAT A TREAT
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Willie and Rayna Rollins take a picture with their kids, Morgan and Grayson, before the Color The Island 5K in Grand Isle.
BEFORE
3 A group of children posed for a quick photo during a camp at the Bayou Country Children’s Museum in Thibodaux.
GET YOUR CAMP ON
SHARE YOUR PHOTOSFROM AUGUST EVENTSWITH US! [email protected] annual Fourth of July firework
show was held in Peltier Park in Thibodaux to celebrate the holiday.
FIREWORK SHOW
Senator Norby Chabert posed on the What Now red carpet during the two year anniversary disco-themed party at Bar Roussell in Houma.
70S DISCO PARTYWillie and Rayna Rollins, along with their kids, Morgan and Grayson, looked colorful after participating in the Color The Island 5K in Grand Isle.
AND AFTER
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11 Fireworks shot into the air after a fireworkshowputoninPeltierParkinThibodaux for Fourth of July festivities.
THIBODAUX FIREWORKS
12 A group of ladies posed for a red carpet photo at Bar Roussell’s two year anniversary party in Houma.
STRIKE A POSE
13 A group gathers in front of the start line to begin the Color The Island 5K on the beach in Grand Isle.
COLOR THE ISLAND 5K
14 Team and board members of TGMC and Mary Bird Perkins along with Loney Grabert and Mukul Verma cut the ribbon to unveil the Early Bird II.
FIGHTING CANCER
15 The two year anniversary of Bar Roussell was a success with a 70s themed night full of great tunes and decorations.
CAUGHT IN THE CROWD
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SHARE YOUR PHOTOSFROM AUGUST EVENTS
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WPCan’t get enough of shark week? What about pirate
adventures? Put on your pirate gear, grab your tackle box,
andheaddowntoMoran’sMarinainFourchonthefirstweekend
in August to the Blake Terry (BT) Memorial Foundation’s 2nd
Annual“PiratesoftheGulf”FishingRodeo.
The BT Memorial Foundation is a non-profit organizationthat was formed as a search, rescue, and recovery support
foundationfordiverslikeBlakeTerry−whowaslostintheGulfof
Mexico, August 13, 2011. With the increase of popularity locally
forsportssuchasdivingandspear-fishing,therehasbeenan
increase in fatalities and missing cases. The Pirates of the Gulf
Fishing Rodeo supports these efforts.
An excerpt from the BT Memorial
FoundationWebsite explains, “Trying to
rescue and recover Blake, we learned that the
Coast Guard only performs surface searches,
not dives. The USCG
Command Center
out of New Orleans STORY BY: KASSIE BARRANCOTTO PHOTOS: SUBMITTED
artyirate
like a
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FAIRS & FESTIVALS
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kept us informed as to what they were doing at all times;
however, because of the support from the different divers and
business owners who cared for and knew Blake, we were able
to have an unlimited amount of divers, numerous boats, and
an ROV. All were donated in hopes of rescuing or recovering
Blake. Although we knew that the depth of water made recovery
unlikely, the dive teams did not give up until we, as a family, told
them to stop. We knew they had exhausted all efforts in trying
tofindhim.ThroughtheBTMemorialFoundation,ourgoalisto
draw awareness to families and friends on what to do and how
totakeactionifnecessary.”
“Spearfishing was Blake’s true passion,” explained AllenGautreaux, a friend of BT. “He fished as many rodeos as
he could but was disappointed that no one ever had a shark
fishing rodeo…he, along with other friends and fishermen in
the Fourchon area, had every intention on putting on their own
rodeo where the grand prize would be for the biggest shark
caught. This is why we named the biggest shark caught in this
rodeo the Captain BT award. That is what ismost significant
aboutthisrodeo.”
Fishing Categories include Inshore, Offshore, Blue Water,
Tag and Release, Spearfishing Division, Special Categories
including BT’s Biggest Shark Award, BT’s Most Barracuda Award,
BT’sMostHardheadCatfishAward,andBT’sCaptainAward,as
well as a Children’s Division.
Inadditiontothevariousfishingcategories,event-goerscan
look forward to an all-around great time. There will be delicious
food, live music, door prizes, spacewalks, a dunk tank, crab
race, and a live auction. On Saturday evening, there will be the
notorious pirate costume contest, which is judged by audience
applause. Events start on Thursday, August 1, at 6 PM with the
captain’s welcome and carry on through Sunday, August 4,
where the Sunday memorial boat ride starts at 1 PM.
The boat ride begins at Moran’s Marina. All are welcome to
join the family and friends of Blake, but you must furnish your
own boat.
“In our first year (2012),we far exceededour expectationswith donations being brought in and people in attendance.
People and donations poured in from five states wide, every
state that touches the Gulf, which says a lot about the person
BlakewasandtheimpacthehadtotheGulfCoastCommunity,“
saidGautreaux.“ThesayingthatwecarryforthewayBlakelived
his life is to ‘work like a captain, party like a pirate.’ And this
rodeodepictseveryaspectofthatlifestyle.”WN
AUGUST 1-4MORAN’S MARINA | GOLDEN MEADOW
PIRATES OF THE GULF FISHING RODEO
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Matthew19:14--Jesussaid,“Letthelittle
children come to me, and do not hinder them,
for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as
these.”
Do you believe in miracles? In southern Louisiana, many
people do; some can even tell you that they have witnessed
such blessings firsthand: infertility banished,marriages saved,
and diseases cured.
The power of prayer and faith is extraordinary, and many
residents in South Louisiana turn their sorrows to Charlene
Richard,their“littleCajunsaint.”
Charlene Marie Richard was born on January 13, 1947, to
Joseph Elvin and Mary Alice Richard of Richard, LA, which is
close to Lafayette. She was the second oldest of ten children.
People who knew her didn’t see anything remarkable about her:
she was a smart girl who attended Mass and prayed her rosary.
She played outside with her friends and siblings, and she helped
around her home with the chores.
She had a deep admiration for and devotion to St. Theresa of
Lisieux, and she asked her mother how she could become a saint
like her, to which her mother replied that praying for sinners was
the best way.STORY BY: CELESTE ROBERTS
PHOTOS: SUBMITTED
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RELIGIOUS In the summer of 1959, Charlene became sick and went to
Our Lady of Lourdes hospital in Lafayette. She was diagnosed
with acute lymphatic leukemia and endured intense pain. The
hospital’s chaplain was the newly ordained Father Joseph
Brennan, and he visited her often. Charlene’s parents asked
Father Brennan to explain to their daughter that she was dying,
andwhenhetoldherthatshewouldnotsurvive,shereplied,“I
knowthat,Father.”
Father Brennan suggested that she could offer her pain and
suffering to God for other people, a type of penance or devotion
meant to help others who are enduring hardships. Charlene
happily obliged until her death on August 11, 1959.
“She was a faith-filled little girl,” Father Brennan said. “I
see Charlene as a witness for people of all ages to the power
of resignation and acceptance of God’s will. She wasn’t any
different in any way, except that when the crisis came into her
life,sheaccepteditwithfaith,trust,andlove.”
Charlene Richard’s tomb is in St. Edward Catholic Church’s
cemetery in Richard, LA. It is not uncommon to find people
kneeling before her grave, their hands clasped in prayer. A black
bowlfilledwithstonesliesatthefootofhertomb;thestones
serve as paperweights for the written petitions people have
placed in the bowl.
The meek and devoted twelve-year-old girl seems to respond
to the prayers of those who ask for her intercession. Nicole
Price of Morgan City was diagnosed with neuroblastoma, and,
according to her grandmother, Charlene’s intercession saved
her life. Father Brennan claimed that not all of her miracles are
physical:“Alotofpeoplewerecuredandhealedingrace.They
got jobs, their marriages were saved, and they had things put
back together in their lives. Those are the kind that don’t show
uponX-rays.”
Charlene’s story has helped to inspire thousands of people
to pray for her intercession in their times of need, and several
devoteesarerealizingthesignificanceoftheirCajunheritage.
In celebration and honor of the Cajun people, St. John the
Evangelist Catholic Church on St. Mary Street in Thibodaux will
have a Cajun altar on Sunday, August 11, the anniversary of
Charlene’s passing.
Father Mike Bergeron, the church’s priest, explains, “I’ve
been doing the St. Joseph altar for years, but it’s all about
Italian heritage. What about a Cajun altar to honor our heritage?
People are coming from Richard, LA, to honor Charlene as well.
Everybody knows about her—three books are out about her,
too.”
ThealtarwillbefilledwithCajunfood:jambalaya,gumbo,
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rice dressing, pralines, and much more. Father Mike has collected
and assembled a Cajun village, and people are bringing their
carved wooden toys and items to display. Charles Duet, Jr. and
David Duet, Sr. of The Duet Bros. Band, Vernon Rodrigue, and
Leo Landry will be playing music in the annex all morning while
people enjoy the event.
The Mass times are 8:00am and 11:00am. Father Roch Naquin
will say the Mass in French, and Father Mike will give the homily,
which will be about Cajun people, in English.
“Cajuns aren’t about cayenne pepper and gumbo. They’re
about being Catholic, honoring the Blessed Mother, and
beingdevotedtothefamily,”Fr.Mikeexplains.“Peopledon’t
understand Cajun values, and they become a caricature of our
heritage.”
Around 1:00pm, the altar’s food will be served for attendants
to enjoy. The day will celebrate fellowship and the beauty and
mystery of the Catholic faith, leaving all who enjoy it with a
stronger sense of their past and their culture. WN
For more information on the Cajun history, check out Fr. Mike’s
Website, www.fathermike.info. If you would like to know more
aboutthisspecialMass,contactthechurchofficeat985-447-3995.
AUGUST 11CAJUN ALTAR
ST. JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCHTHIBODAUX
“- FATHER JOSEPH BRENNAN
“ ... Those are the
kind that don’t show
up on X-rays...
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WEEK ONE CALENDAR
LOCATION: MORAN’S MARINA - FOURCHON
PIRATES OF THE GULF FISHING RODEO
THURS 1 - SUN 4
TIME: 7:30 PM
LOCATION: HARANG AUDITORIUM - THIBODAUX
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LOCATION: HOUMA-TERREBONNE CIVIC CENTER
CEREBRAL PALSY TELETHON
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LOCATION: EAST PARK RECREATION CENTER - HOUMA
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WEEK TWO CALENDAR
TIME: 6:00 PM
LOCATION: CONGO LOUNGE
COST: NO COVER
DON RICHTIME: 8:00 AM - NOON
LOCATION: POWELL AUDITORIUM - NICHOLLS STATE UNIVERSITY
COST: $50
HUMAN RESOURCES 101
WED 7 TUES 6
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COST: $5
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BOOK LOVERS DAY ENCOURAGES YOU TO FIND A PLACE IN THE SHADE TO RELAX WITH A GOOD BOOK.
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KREWE OF HERCULES FISHING RODEO
FRI 9 - SUN 11
TIME: 1:00 PM
LOCATION: ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH - THIBODAUX
CAUN ALTAR
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WEEK THREE CALENDAR
TIME: 10:00 PM
LOCATION: CONGO LOUNGE
COST: NO COVER
LEON BARRILLEAUXTIME: 9:00 PM
LOCATION: VINO BAR - HOUMA
COST: $5
STEVE JUNOT
WED 14 TUES 13
Q: WHAT DO YOU CALL A DEER WITH NO EYES?
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COST: NO COST FOR VIEWING
CALMWATER FILM FESTIVAL
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CULINARY SHOWCASE
THURS 15
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TIME: ALL DAY
LOCATION: BRIDGE SIDE MARINA - GRAND ISLE
COST: [$50] ADULTS [$45] 17 AND YOUNGER
RIDE THE BULL KAYAK FISHING RODEO
SAT 17 SUN 18
TIME: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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FRI 16
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RUN 4 THE HEALTH OF IT
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WEEK FOUR CALENDAR
1. SPEND SOME TIME WITH SENIOR CITIZENS
2. SHOW YOUR APPRECIATION
3. DO VOLUNTEER WORK IN SUPPORT OF THE ELDERLY
NATL. SENIOR CITIZENS DAY
TIME: 6:30 PM
LOCATION: ST. THOMAS AQUINAS CATHOLIC CHURCH - NICHOLLS CAMPUS
CATHOLICISM TEACHING SERIES
WED 21 WED 21
THURS 2- SUN 5LOCATION: PIAZZA BAR HOUMA
CRUSH
SAT 24
TIME: [FRIDAY] REGISTRATION 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
LOCATION: BRIDGE SIDE MARINA - GRAND ISLE
COST: $30 - $250 [PRICE DEPENDS ON PROGRAM AND MEMBERSHIP]
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VELVET SKY BAND
TIME: 5:30 PM
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AN EVENING OF ART AND WINE
THURS 22 FRI 23
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SAT 24
TIME: 4:00 PM [DOORS AT 3:00 PM]
LOCATION: HOUMA - TERREBONNE CIVIC CENTER
COST: FREE TO VIEW
CENTER STAGE SINGING COMPETITION
SAT 24
FRI 30
TIME: 5:00 PM
LOCATION: DOWNTOWN HOUMA - COURTHOUSE SQUARE
COST: FREE
LIVE AFTER 5TIME: ALL DAY
LOCATION: DOWNTOWN THIBODAUX
DOWNTOWN SIDEWALK SALE
FRI 30 - SAT 31
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STORY BY: CELESTE ROBERTSPHOTOS: BRIAN WAITZ
“Retirefromwork,butnotfromlife.”M.K.Soni
For the last decade, Nicholls State University’s students, faculty, staff, and community
have noticed a chipper pug trotting along walkways, his tail wagging with delight
and his eyes inviting any passers-by to scratch his head. If someone decides to bend
downandpethim,heorsheusuallysays,“YoumustbeMax.”Whenthestrangerlooks
upatthepug’smalecompanion,thenextstatementisusually,“Andyoumustbethe
president.”
Dr. Stephen T. Hulbert says that his beloved Max is more well-known than he is.
“Iwouldsaythateightypercentofstudentsdon’tevenknowwhothepresident[of
NichollsStateUniversity]is,”hequips.“EveryoneknowswhoMaxis,though.That’show
they identify me. He’s even on the cover of The Colonel, Nicholls’ alumni magazine.
Tenyearshere,andwhogetsthepicture?WhatamI,leftovermashedpotatoes?”
DR.STEPHEN HULBERTW H A T N O W
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“ “You all thought I
came here for the
presidency. I love
oysters...- STEVE HULBERT
ALL ABOUT THE OYSTERS
Since July 1, 2003, Dr. Hulbert has served as the university’s
fourth president after leading the University of Montana-
Western as chancellor from 1999 to 2003. Before that, he had
several roles in higher education, from commissioner of higher
educationandchiefexecutiveofficertotheRhodeIslandBoard
of Governors of Higher Education to his earlier days as the
director of placement, student activities, and housing at Western
NewEnglandCollegeinSpringfield,Massachusetts.
OriginallyfromBoston(“IwonderedhowsouthernLouisiana
wouldfeelabouta‘Yankee’downthere,”hejokes),Dr.Hulbert
married his wife, Rebecca, who is from Arizona, and together
they have one son, Scott Wesley, a practicing attorney in Phoenix.
When asked what he plans to do after leaving Thibodaux and
heading back to Prescott, Arizona, Dr. Hulbert happily states,
“I’mgoingtospendtimewithhim, [hiswife],Kate,and [their
child],RowanJamesHulbert.”
So, what drew a northern boy down to the bayou country?
“Theoysters,”Dr.Hulbertimmediatelyreplies.“Youallthought
I came here for the presidency. I love oysters any way, whether
they’re raw, fried, charbroiled, in gumbo. Any way at all. They
helpedmeputonmorethantwentypounds.”Dr.Hulbert
had visited New Orleans previously a few times; when he
decidedtomakeThibodauxhishome,hevieweditas“an
excitingopportunity.”
“Iwonderedaboutthepeople,”hesays.“Isoonfound
them to be warm, welcoming, and passionate about
their lifestyle. The people here are so kind and gracious.
I’ve enjoyed holidays with friends here, like Mardi Gras,
Thanksgiving, and Christmas. I can’t think of a better place
for[Beckyandme]tospendourfinaldecadeofourcareer
thaninthebayouregion.”
UNIVERSITY LIFE
After experiencing the classroom life of teaching seventh
and eighth graders, Dr. Hulbert realized he’d prefer higher
education. Since his time down here, he has had little free
time to leave Nicholls’ campus. “I have mixed emotions
aboutretiring,”headmits,“butnowIwillhavetimetodo
the things I didn’t have time to do. I was on the university
calendar twenty-four/seven. I met with rotary clubs,
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FROM THE COVER
SET SAILSTEVE & BECKY HULBERT TO DEPART NICHOLLS
AUGUST 1, 2013
chambers, student council…never adullmoment.Goingout
and about is infrequent; we usually had lunch and dinner on
campus due to events. Becky and I liked to go to local restaurants
likeFremin’sandFlanagan’soccasionallywithfriends,though.”
Fortunately for Dr. and Mrs. Hulbert, the “southern
hospitality” greeted them immediately upon their arrival.
Thanks to the friendliness of the locals, the two have created
memories and enjoyed favorite festivities. “For years, we
attended Thibodeauxville, Mardi Gras with friends, and the
Fourth of July activities. That’s the advantage of a small town—
you’reacquaintedwithsomanypeople.“
Dr. Hulbert chuckles and recalls his Mardi Gras experiences.
“BeckyandIhaveriddeninEndymionfourorfivetimesonthe
Zapp’spurplefireengine,tossingZapp’schips.Myfavoriteflavor
is jalapeno, by the way. Now, here in Thibodaux, more than one
friendridingonafloathastriedtoknockmeoverwithabagof
beads.Ilearnedtohidewhentheirfloatswerecoming.”
As for the university itself, Nicholls has made remarkable
progress in the ten years that Dr. Hulbert has led it: higher
graduation rates, more academic programs, selective admissions
. . . the list goes on. However, the president’s opinion of the state
government’s hindrances to higher education is clear: “Baton
Rouge is not my favorite place. I think Louisiana deserves better.
The lawmakers don’t stop to think how their decisions will affect
the people at the university. That is a lack of leadership. Regional
areasneedtostandup;otherwise,wewillcontinuetosuffer.”
Thanks to the faculty, staff, and the university’s spirit, though,
Nichollshasflourished.“Nichollsgetsitsjobdoneonthebacks
oftheemployees,”Dr.Hulbertsays.
Despite the tiring requirements and responsibilities that
accompany the role of the president of a university, Dr. Hulbert
hasfoundjoyandpeaceinlivingoncampus(literally!).“There
isalwayssomethinggoingon,”heexplains.“Afootballgame,a
baseball game, a track meet, a play, a concert. After walking out
of a boring meeting, I could go outside and watch the students
interact with one another and engage them in conversation.
Becky and I always had something fun to look forward to just
outsideofourdoor.”
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FROM THE COVER “IsayInevergraduatedfromcollege,”headds.“I’vebeen
part of universities for thirty-two years. [Becky and I] still feel
youngbecausethefacesareyoung.”
Hobbiesaredifficulttocomeby.“Forhobbies,youhaveto
be flexible,” he says. “Amongmine, I read and study about
Abraham Lincoln. I collect books and memorabilia about him.
WhenIwasfifteen,myfatherandIvisitedanoldcolonialhome
in Cape Cod that was being auctioned off. There was a framed
picture of Abe Lincoln, and my dad bid on it for $15. We got it
and had it reframed. When we looked at the picture outside of
the frame, we found Lincoln’s signature on a corner. It’s really his,
too.”Whytheinterestinthenation’s16thpresident?“Hewas
justanextraordinaryindividual.HewasalsoourfirstCommander
inChief.”
Dr. Hulbert is also an avid collector of campaign items,
especially buttons, and he and his wife enjoy cooking together.
There is also, of course, plenty of time spent with Max.
ARIZONA-BOUND
Afterbeingaself-proclaimed“career-longadministrator,”Dr.
Stephen Hulbert is packing his belongings with his sights set on
Arizonaandhisfamilythere.“It’stimeforustofullyenjoyour
family time,” he says. “It’s like thatwith prettymuch anyone.
Whatdopeoplelookforwardtointheirfreetime?Theirfamily.”
He and Mrs. Hulbert are no strangers to the world of travel;
theyhaveenjoyedseventeeninternationalcruises.“Weprefer
cruises. We’ve seen much of the world. St. Petersburg in Russia,
Denmark, Sweden, Turkey, Greece, Italy, France, Spain. Now
that we’ll be retired, we look forward to exploring the Native
American culture around Arizona and the Southwest. I might go
back to golf, too. Becky and I love to golf. I do hope to continue
to serve in interim positions, temporary positions. Organizations
provide access for three to nine months taking the place of
someoneatauniversity.”
Since 2003, Dr. Hulbert has seen Nicholls’ mascot change;
he has literally weathered storms, such as Hurricanes Katrina,
Rita, Gustav, and Isaac; he has fought to preserve the quality
of education despite budget cuts; and he has established roots
that will be hard to remove in August.
“Becky and I will cry when leaving,” he sighs. “It will be
painful.Wehavehadsuchgreatexperienceshere.”
As for the students, most will not remember Dr. Hulbert’s face
or even what his role entailed. While walking along the sidewalk,
though, some may remember seeing Max walking with a man
who loved the university and the people who welcomed him to
Bayou Country. WN
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For only $25, aspiring food connoisseurs will have the opportunity to
sample the area’s top cuisine provided by twenty local restaurants and
enjoy beverages from a cash bar. For no additional cost, guests will be able
to taste signature dishes from each of the twenty neighboring establishments
and satisfy their thirst with water, tea, and Community Coffee.
Entertaining and informative, in-depth cooking demonstrations from four
experienced chefs employed by nearby restaurants will give insight to the
guests as to how these delectable dishes are prepared. Mirrors will hang
above the cooking stations to provide an accessible environment for the
spectators. This allows the audience to not only enjoy the skill and precision
of these local chefs, but to learn some helpful tips and return the world-class
recipes of the four exhibitioners back to their respective kitchens.
Proceeds will go to the Bayou Chapter of the Louisiana Restaurant
Association. They are hosting an annual fundraiser to raise money for
ProStart, an education foundation, as well as advocate to both federal and
state legislatures that there is a need for additional funding in various areas.
ItisbeneficialforlocalrestaurantstobepartoftheLRA,andasaresultthey
helped raise $51,000 that will be given to twenty-four students in the ProStart
program to pursue higher culinary education. Currently, ProStart is active
in forty-two schools statewide, reaching nearly 1,300 students throughout
Louisiana.
AWARENESS & FUNDRAISING
STORY BY: STUART PERCLEPHOTOS: SUBMITTED
showcaseCulinaryIngredients• Apairofdresspantswithacrisp,ironedshirt
• Askirtwithafashionableblouseordress
• Asplashofcologne/perfume
• Polishedshoesorapairofchicheels
• Anemptystomach
• Thewillingnesstohaveanunforgettabletimeatwhatiscertaintobeone
of the area’s best events this year
• A$25tickettotheBayouChapterCulinaryShowcaseonAugust15,from
6 to 9 p.m.
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Chef Randy Cheramie will emcee the live exhibition; the
demonstration lineup is as follows: Roy Guilbeaux of La Casa
Del Sol, Derrick Smith of Grady V’s, Minh Le of Spahrs, and Kevin
Templet of Flanagan’s/Fremin’s. Each chef will be preparing a
culturallytraditionaldishoftheirchoicewithauniqueflair.
Instructions: eat, drink, bid, be happy.
For those bargaining enthusiasts, there will be both a silent
and live auction. The silent auction will feature nearly two-dozen
alluring items, and the live auction has a comparable amount,
with one item that Chef Randy Barrios, current president of the
Bayou Chapter of the Louisiana Restaurant Association, praises.
“One item in particular that I am excited about has been
graciously provided by Restaurant R’evolution,” Barrios said.
“Theyaregivingusadinnerforfourtoauctionoff,whichbymy
estimation,couldbeappraisedata$500value.”
The notable Restaurant R’evolution in New Orleans was
cooked up by the famous tandem of chefs John Folse and Rick
Tramonto. The duo is an unlikely pair, considering Tramonto is
AUGUST 15LRA CULINARY SHOWCASE
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a Yankee from upstate New York and the well-known Folse is a
local Cajun-cuisine cooking legend who has a school with his
namesake and a successful food packaging company.
Anotherrafflewillbeheldattheshowcase,onethatwould
inebriate any alcohol patron with a mere thought. An expected
crowd pleaser, this draw has been referred to by Barrios as a
“stock-your-bar” raffle. It will furnish the winner’s residence
with various liquors and wines, ice chests, and other necessary
accessories for a successful bar.
In past years, the Bayou Chapter has held golf tournaments as
their annual fundraiser with minimal success. A lack of community
involvement played a large role in not succeeding, which led to
the supplementing of a culinary showcase instead.
“Thisisthefirstyearwearedoingaculinaryshowcasebecause
inthepast,wehaveheldgolftournaments,”Barriossaid.“We
startedthinking,‘Therearefifteenofushere,butonlytwoplay
golf.’ We were going out there to raise money while drinking
beerandsweating,sowefigured,‘Whydon’twedowhatwedo
best?’ This led us to put together the Bayou Chapter Culinary
Showcase. We know people in this area love food, love a party,
andlovetowatchchefsdemonstratetheircookingtalents.”
An event of this magnitude and complexity is bound to
succeed while facilitating an environment that is fun for the
community and delicious for our taste buds, despite the damage
it might do to our waist lines. According to Barrios, tables at the
showcase have been highly coveted, and available tables are
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running low.
“ThereweretwolargeVIPtablesaswellassixteenothertables
thathaveallbeensold,”Barriossaid.“Soatthemoment,we
alreadyhavearound150peoplecoming.Withthehelpofflyers,
posters, and word of mouth, we are hoping to get as many
guests as possible. Tickets will be sold the night of the event at
the door. 400 tickets were printed, so if we get 350 people at
theevent,wewillbeveryexcited.Idefinitelythinkthatnumber
isachievable.”
Results:
• Anoverwhelmingamountofdelicious,savoryfood
• Afabulousopportunitytowingreatprizes
• ValuableknowledgeonthefinerpointsofCajuncooking
• Aneveningoffunandmemoriesthatwillendurethetestof
time
Financially,attendingtheshowcasecanbemorecostefficient
than taking your better half to eat at a restaurant. When you take
into account the money you will spend for appetizers, entrees,
desserts, and gratuity, a similar hole will burn into your wallet if
you do not pay the $25 ticket for entrance into the showcase.
According to Barrios, the package offered by the showcase is
not only more enjoyable, but more pleasing to the palate.
“This event offers its guests delicious food from a variety
of twenty local restaurants, cooking recipes from the
demonstrations, the opportunity to look at some outstanding
auction items with the possibility of purchasing one at a very
reasonableprice,”Barriossaid.“Ittakesyououtofyourhouse
for a wonderful evening of fun. Rather than sit in a restaurant of
forty people, you can spend the same money to join 400 other
food-lovingpatronsinanightyouwon’tforget.”
With ingredients such as copious amounts of free food,
several enticing components, and a ticket, the Bayou Chapter
Culinary Showcase promises to make an evening spent with
the greatest chefs and culinary geniuses in the tri-parish area a
fabulous recipe for success. WN
“ “This event offers its guests delicious food from a variety of twenty local restaurants
- CHEF RANDY BARRIOS
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STORY BY: KASSIE BARRANCOTTO PHOTOS BY: SUBMITTED
&Shrimp
petroleumFe
stival
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Make your way down to Morgan City for the annual Shrimp
and Petroleum Festival! For seventy-eight years, Morgan
City has been celebrating the industries that allow the city
to thrive with the annual Shrimp and Petroleum Festival. The
celebration that centers on the communities began in 1936
when the placid port of Morgan City and Berwick received the
first boatload of jumbo shrimp, fresh from the deepest Gulf
waters ever fished by a small boat. The festival became the
Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival in 1967, when the oil
industrywasfirmlyimplantedintothelocaleconomy.
“ShrimpandPetroleum?” you say?Quite a combination—
and quite a festival.
“Eachyear thegoalof the festival is tohonor theseafood
and petroleum industries which are the backbone of the area’s
economicdevelopment,”saidLeeDaigle,executivedirectorof
theShrimpandPetroleumFestival.“Thefestivalalsoemphasizes
the unique way in which these two seemingly different industries
work hand-in-hand culturally and environmentally in our area. It
is designed in such a way that people from all socioeconomic
backgroundscanenjoyandparticipateinfestivalevents.”
The festival events are held within the beautiful downtown
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FAIRS & FESTIVALS
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historic district of Morgan City. They are free to the public and
continue forfivedayswhenthecitycomesalivewithculinary,
musical, and cultural treasures. Each year the festival attracts
tens of thousands of guests. Will you be there this year?
The schedule of events is Thursday through Friday, August 29
and 30, from 5 PM until 11 PM. The fun continues Saturday and
Sunday, August 31 and September 1, from 9 AM till 12 PM. The
festival wraps up on Labor Day, Monday, September 2, with a
jammed-packed day starting at 9 AM and ending at 9 PM.
Children can come out and enjoy the Children’s Village, where
they can participate in a magical hands-on adventure land with
fieldevents,races,storytelling,andawalkingparade.Thereare
no costs associated with participation in these events. A carnival,
aspectacularfireworksdisplay,andbothwaterandstreetparades
are enjoyed by thousands of children and adults alike.
If you are looking for musical entertainment, the line-up for
the festival has something for everybody. The bands include
Crossroads, Cayenne, Bag of Donuts, Blue Eyed Soul Revue,
Voodoo Bayou, Six Gun Rail, Driftwood, 90 Degrees West,
Supercharger, Mojeaux, Louisiana Roadhouse, Déjà vu, South
70, Chubby Carrier, and Amanda Shaw. Bands from Louisiana,
bands from local areas, and bands of national acclaim are
enjoyed beneath the ancient oaks in picturesque Lawrence Park
forallfivedays. Inaddition,FellowshipofLoveGospelStage
offers a platform for churches to showcase their talent, along
with premiere visiting gospel entertainers.
Approximately 200 artists will be set up at the festival grounds
to show and sell their creations. Other events held during
the festival weekend include a bass tournament, horse shoe
tournament, rodeo, swim meet, 5k run, softball tournament,
art show and sale, and a car show. Visitors can even tour an
authentic offshore drilling platform. Traditional events of the
festival include the nondenominational church service held in
Lawrence Park, the historic Blessing of the Fleet, and the water
parade, which includes petroleum, seafood, and pleasure craft
participating.
Come out Labor Day weekend and participate in the state’s
oldest chartered harvest festival. See y’all there! WN
AUG 29 - SEPT 278TH ANNUAL SHRIMP & PETROLEUM FESTIVAL
MORGAN CITY, LA
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UP IN YA BUSINESSEDUCATE YOURSELF ON BP CLAIMS
On April 20, 2010, an explosion on the BP-licensed Deepwater Horizon drilling rig in the Gulf of Mexico killed eleven men, and millions of gallons of oil gushed towards the Louisiana Coastline. Since that devastating day, the economy of the Gulf Coast has suffered tremendous damage and still faces economic uncertainty.
Consequently, in May 2012, BP and the Plaintiff Steering Committee (PSC) signed a comprehensive Settlement Agreement intended to resolve thousands of civil claims. The Settlement Agreement is one of the largest and most sophisticated class action settlements of all time. The Settlement Agreement alone is over 1,000 pages. It created a new claims process by which individuals and businesses of virtually all types can make claims for economic losses. Pursuant to the Settlement Agreement, an uncapped fund was created, and BP has agreed to compensate all qualifying claims. Therefore, if an eligiblebusinessfromLouisianaqualifiesunderthetermsoftheSettlement Agreement, it will be compensated without taking available monetary compensation from another claimant.
On June 4, 2012, the Deepwater Horizon Economic Claims Center (DHECC) became the only claims processing avenue for residents and businesses in the Gulf Coast. The Settlement Agreement allows individuals, businesses, and property owners fromLouisiana,Mississippi,Alabama,Florida,andTexastofileclaims with the DHECC for economic losses, whether directly or indirectly related to the BP tragedy. Individuals, businesses, andpropertyownersmayfileclaimsintwelveuniquecategoriesof recovery under the Settlement Program.
What Now?
ThedeadlinetofileaclaimintheSettlementProgramisApril22,2014. Therefore, an individual or business owner that possibly sufferedfinanciallyaftertheBPoilspillstillhasanopportunitytofindoutwhetherheorshecanrecovercompensationfromthe BP Settlement. The determination of BP to help boost the economy in the Gulf Coast through the DHECC is commendable; however, local residentsmust takeaction tofindoutwhetherthey may recover under the Settlement Program.
In order for your business to file a claim in the SettlementProgram, you must provide the following:
1. Monthly Income Statements (Profit & Loss) for 2009-2011(2007 & 2008 are optional)
2. Federal Tax Returns for 2009-2011 (2007 & 2008 are optional)
3. Monthly State Sales & Used Tax Returns (if applicable to your business)
In order for an individual to file a claim in the SettlementProgram, he or she must provide the following:
1. W-2’s for 2009-2010 (2007 & 2008 are optional)
2. Paystubs, Payroll Records, or Bank Statements for 2009-2010 (2007 & 2008 are optional)
Types of Qualifying Businesses:
Hotels,Construction,RetailShops,Non-ProfitOrganizations,Restaurants/Bars,PhysicianCenters/Offices,Agriculture,GasStations, Car Dealerships, Equipment Rental/Sales
Almost all businesses in Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama WN
COLUMNIST chris breaux
“LOCAL RESIDENTS MUST TAKE ACTION TO FIND OUT WHETHER
THEY MAY RECOVER”
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While I was scrolling through my favorite blogs the other morning, searching for my daily inspiration, I came across a beautiful frame filledwithsmallpicturesattachedwithclothespinsrunningalongwires. I couldn’t wait to bring the image to life, but nowhere on thevastworld-widewebcouldIfinddirections!Afterveryfewtrials and errors, I was able to reproduce something very similar, and now you can, too, with the steps below!
Materials: A large frame Spray paint color of choice Thin wire Wire cutters Staple gun Ruler and pencil Small clothespins 12 printed pictures (4x6)
Step 1: Get a 16x20 frame without backing or glass. I found a vintage-looking white frame from a local craft store with a 50% off discount. Although leaving the frame white would have been fine,Idecidedtoaddapopofcolorbyspraypaintingitavibrantturquoise. Let the paint dry for at least two hours.
Step 2: Using wire cutters, cut three strips of wire long enough to reach from one end of the frame to the other. From the top of the inside of the frame, measure one inch, and mark with a pencil on both vertical sides. Place two more markings down thesidesoftheframeeveryfiveinches.Runthestripsofwireacross the width of the frame and align with the pencil markings. Secure the wire with a staple gun, making sure the wire is pulled straight and tight.
Step 3: Cut pictures down to 4x4 inches and hang from the wire using the miniature clothespins. I liked the look of the tan clothespins, but they could also be painted the same color as the frame. If you would like to display more than twelve pictures in the frame, the pictures could be cut down smaller, and the distance between the wires can be shortened to allow for another row.
Step 4:Hang your creation on the wall! My frame came with the necessary attachments, but if yours doesn’t, you will need to purchase a frame hanging kit.
Haveaprojectthatyouwouldliketoseeinafuture“FYI,youcanDIY”column?Pleasee-mailsuggestionsto [email protected]! WN
FYI, YOU CAN DIYPHOTO COLLAGE FRAME
COLUMNIST kelly granier
“I COULDN’T WAIT TO BRING THE IMAGE TO LIFE”
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SPREAD THE HEALTH
“BacktoSchool”isintheair,andwiththatcomesroutinesandschedules. This is the perfect time for you and your family to get on a consistent exercise routine and a healthy eating plan! See the tips below on ways to stay motivated through the busy school months!
• Scheduleaworkoutintoyourdayasthoughitwereanimportant meeting with yourself. Think about when you will work out the day before and stick to that schedule. No excuses!
• Use apps such as Myfitnesspal and Lose It on yoursmart phones to track your calorie intake and your exercise. Knowing how many calories you eat on a daily basis may shock you.
• Setgoals!Signupfora5Kandcommittothetrainingschedule, or set a number of pounds that you want to lose in a certain amount of time.
• If you are having trouble staying on track, set ONEgoal and go from there. For example, set a goal to walk for at least 15 minutes, three days a week.
• Thinkof all thegreatbenefits that youwillget fromexercise: weight loss, more energy, clearer skin, better sleep, cancer and disease prevention, and many more!
• Think“fun”and“variety.”Ifthetreadmillboresyoutodeath,don’tuseit.Lookforfitnessclassesinyourareatochange things up, or purchase some new exercise DVDs.
• Reachouttoothersforsupport!Ifyoutellyourfriendsand family about your goals, you will be more likely to reach them. So spill it!
• Findareliableworkoutpartner.Doingthiswillincreaseyour chances of staying on track tremendously.
Staying on a consistent workout schedule can be tough, and eating healthy can be as well. Below are some snack ideas for you to try with the kids and even for yourself. Healthy eating and activity can boost a child’s brain power and increase their clarity in the classroom. Try the snacks below to increase you and your children’s nutrition!
• For a fun snack, try fruit and cheese kabobs. Putsliced fruit with low fat cheese on a stick and enjoy!
• Wholegrainminiwaffleswithnaturalpeanutbutterand raisins are a great source of protein and grains.
• Plain yogurt is very nutritious. Add fresh fruit,granola, and cinnamon to make it taste delicious.
• Onehardboiledeggandahandfulofgrapesareagreatfillingsnack!
• Wholegrainpitachipsandhummus–muchhealthierthan potato chips.
• Smoothie–madeathome!Besuretousefruitthathas no added sugars. You can also add honey to make it taste sweeter.
• Makeitfunandhavethekidsmaketheirownsnackmix. Include popcorn, nuts, dried fruit, whole grain cereal, and pretzels. WN
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FOUL BALLSA LIGHTER LOOK AT SPORTS
Although football is a nationwide sport and people everywhere enjoy it, many people south of the Mason-Dixon Line live and breathe football. For these people there are two seasons: football season and not football season. You won’t see them at a basketball game—they’ll more likely be shining their stainless steel Kenmore gas grill preparing for their second favorite sport, tailgating. So, no matter who your favorite team is or what day of the week they play on, here are the essentials for throwing a bad-ass tailgating party.
Food: Depending on how fancy you are, tailgating food can be simple or incredibly complex. Staples include hamburgers, hot-dogs, jambalaya, fried anything, among others. However, you’re really only limited by your imagination. I would suggest bacon-wrapped anything and deep fried to crispy deliciousness. (The writer of this article is not liable for any cardiovascular-related injuries sustained in enjoyment of deep-fried bacon covered hotdogs or the like.)
Drinks: Though your mom may say that you don’t need alcohol to have fun, drinking a few (too many) beers gets the people going. So, pick out a case or two of your favorite brew, but make sure you get cans because we all know how intimidating those campus police are. Also, make sure to pack some water because you should drink a little, especially in the early part of the season, to offset dehydration.
Games:Whilesittingaroundstuffinghotdogsinyourfaceandchasing it with a Natty Light can be fun, playing games while simultaneouslydrinkingandstuffingyourfaceismorefun.Beerpong seems to be the game of choice for most, but there’s also ladder golf, corn-hole, and everyone’s favorite, throw-the-Frisbee-to-knock-the-can-off-the-PVC-pipe (naming rights still up for grabs).
Television: While successful tailgates do not require TV, it may add to the allure of your party, especially if there’s a big game that weekend that lots of people will watch. So, sneak into your buddy’s house while he’s still asleep from drinking himself stupid Fridaynight,“borrow”his60-inchflat-screen,andprepare toplease the masses.
Music: Thismaybethemostimportantitemonthelist(definitelyin the top two). If there’s no music, all you’ll hear is silence and people chewing. It’s best to include a variety of genres, artists, and songs because, you know, diversity.
Territory: It’s important to get a good spot of green grass to party on. The proximity to a bathroom and the availability of shade (see next item) are important. The best way to insure you
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get the best spot is to go out the night before and stake out some turf (or send proxies in your place).
Shade: This is important in the beginning of the season when it’s still 110 degrees in South Louisiana, and people need to escape the harmful rays of the sun. This can be accomplished by getting a great spot or bringing artificial sources of shade. Mostimportant is keeping people and an ice chest full of delicious beer away from the harmful rays of the sun.
This list is not all-inclusive—so be creative, have some fun, and Geaux [insert team here]! WN
COLUMNIST lee lebouef
“HERE ARE THE ESSENTIALS FOR THROWING A BAD-ASS
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MMM’ MMM’ GOODEGGPLANT CASEROLE & MAC-N-CHEESE
I love that Rouse’s offers locally-grown produce by our neighboring farmers. When I walked into the Epicurean Market and saw all those beautiful purple eggplants, it gave me a craving for an eggplant casserole.
Casseroles are great for busy moms. You can prepare them ahead of time and just pop them in the oven on those busy school nights. These recipes for mac and cheese and eggplant casseroles both can be made days ahead. They both go in the oven at the same time and come out hot and ready to serve in twenty minutes.
AddafreshsaladandoneofRouse’sflavorfulartisanbreadsto complete the meal.
Eggplant Casserole
Combine all ingredients, except breadcrumbs, in a pot and cook down for about 1/2 hour, covered, stirring occasionally. Uncover and cook out liquid, about 15-20 minutes. Put in casserole dish and bake at 350°F until top is lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
Mac and Cheese
Heat oven to 350°F. Boil 2 cups macaroni in salted water. Drain and set aside. Melt 3 tablespoons butter in medium saucepan on medium heat. Whisk in flour; cook 2 minutes, stirringconstantly. Gradually stir in milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir 3 to 5 minutes or until thickened. Add Velveeta; cook 3 minutes or until melted, stirring frequently. Stir in macaroni.Spoon into 2-quart casserole sprayed with cooking spray; sprinkle with cheddar. Bake 20 minutes. WN
COLUMNIST susan arcement
“...AND COME OUT HOT AND READY TO SERVE IN
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1 lb. lean ground beef1 onion, chopped1/2 bell pepper, chopped1 rib celery, chopped
1 eggplant cut in small cubes2 cloves garlic, mincedSalt and pepper to tasteBreadcrumbs
3 tablespoons butter¼cupflour1 cup milk½ lb. (8 oz.) Velveeta, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 cups elbow macaroni½ cup shredded cheddar cheese
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The sky is a little dull; it looks like rain. There is a dreary feeling in the air. I’m so tired I can’t see straight, and I need to get home to do another day’s work. Oh, how I wish I could just run away and rest while!
I’m sorry to say we all have many days where our thoughts run to this conversation, and we can’t run away from life—there are too many people depending on us. However, we can take a break, and a short quality break can refuel our energy sources as well as a month vacation. So, where can you go for that break? Here ismylistofthetopfiveplacesIvisitwhenIneedtimealoneortime to refuel.
# 5 – The Labyrinth at Lumen Christi Retreat Center.
The Labyrinth is a meditation in mind, body, and soul. Walk into the labyrinth, releasing the worries and stresses of the day (Purgation), and as you enter the center, enter the presence of the Divine (Illumination). Allow yourself to stay there a while, just being in the Presence. As you begin to walk out, you’ll feel a sense of renewal, and the energy in your body will return as well as a renewal of the Soul (Union). The Labyrinth is nestled in a setting of pure serenity among the cypress trees, the oaks, and the ponds of Lumen Christi Retreat Center grounds.
Lumen Christi is located on Hwy 311 in Schriever, LA. Everyone is welcome; however, if you see the “Do Not Enter” signs,please respect the privacy of those on retreat. The grounds are not open to the public during retreats. The Labyrinth is located on the backside of themain retreat building – Pere’MenardBuilding. For more information on the labyrinth and its history, go to www.gracecathedral.org/visit/labyrinth/.
# 4 – Houma’s Downtown Marina
Houma’s Downtown Marina is located “Entre deux ponts”(between the two bridges) at the intersection of Bayou Terrebonne and the Intracoastal Canal. There is a walking track and a park area spanning both sides of the bayou under the bridges. At the end of the park, you can sit and watch the boats and barges passing in the Intracoastal Waterway. If you’re lucky, you may even see a paddleboat passing through and hear the calliope.
# 3 – Jean Lafitte National Historic Park and Preserve
The park is located on Hwy 1 in Thibodaux along Bayou Lafourche and is open every day of the week to the public. Typically, it’s a quiet walk along the bayou under the cypress trees and crepe
myrtles. There’s a boardwalk and decking along the bank with benches to sit on and watch the ducks. It’s a quiet place to relax on your lunch hour, after work, or on the weekends.
# 2 – Grand Isle Beach
Have you been lately? The town of Grand Isle has taken great pride in rebuilding and keeping the beaches clean. In my opinion it rivals those in Florida for two reasons: it’s a shorter drive, and there are not as many people. Even in the height of summer,youcanfindaquietspotalongthebeachesofGrandIsle to sit and enjoy the beauty of our Creator; my favorite time to visit is during the winter. Take a drive and discover one of Louisiana’s treasures, refueling with a walk on the beach.
# 1 – Brownell Memorial Park and Carillon Tower
This is by far my favorite spot and is one of our area’s unknown treasures where all of the beauty of our region comes together in one package. This memorial park has been compared by sometoan“outdoorChurch,”and Iwouldagree.Theparkis located along Hwy 70 in Morgan City, LA, and is the legacy and gift of the Brownell family by Mrs. Claire Horatio Brownell. “Itwasherwishthattheparkbeanondenominationalsettingretaining its wild atmosphere, where a person might retreat tocommunewithGod.”NeedIsaymore?TheCarillontowerbells chime every 15 minutes and lend beautiful music to the beauty of nature.
The park is open Wednesday (10-4), Thursday through Sunday (9-4), and is closed on Monday, Tuesday, and holidays. For more information, you can call 985-384-2283.
Take time to refuel—you’re worth it! WN
YOUR LIFE, YOUR STYLEYOU’RE WORTH IT
COLUMNIST kate theriot
“A SHORT QUALITY BREAK CAN REFUEL OUR ENERGY
SOURCES AS WELL AS A MONTH VACATION”
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[S T A Y I N G I NWith many events and happenings going on, sometimes it’s nice to just stay in for the night. Whether you want to cuddle up with your loved one, enjoy some family bonding, or have the gang over, here are a couple favorites of the month for a night at home! [
BOARD GAMELet’s take it back to a classic board game: Risk. Widely accepted asthefirstmainstreamwargame,playersaregivenarmyunitsto place onto the map of the world. When it’s your turn, you use your units to attack other players’ positions in an attempt to conquer the world. Combat is a simple dice-rolling affair that calls for luck, and reinforcements are given to players who collect sets of cards. This is the only instance What Now Magazine supports war between friends.
MUSICHall of Fame is the upcoming second studio album by American rapper Big Sean. The album is scheduled to be released on August 27, 2013. Big Sean has said Hall of Fame will be a far more inspirational and a more conceptually-driven project than his debut album. He intends to teach and make a lasting impact on people’s lives with this album. The hip-hop album will include skitstogiveita“classicfeel.”KanyeWest,Nas,Tyga,Common,Kid Cudi, Lil Wayne, Juicy J and 2 Chainz, among others, are confirmedtomakeappearancesasfeaturedartists.
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SNACKFunfetti Cake Batter Pieces: 5 cups Chex cereal, 10 oz vanilla flavoredAlmondBark, 1 1/2 cups Funfetti cakemix, 1/2 cuppowdered sugar, and 1 teaspoon vegetable shortening. Melt the Almond Bark according to the package directions, adding vegetable shortening to thin it. Pour the cereal into a large bowl and drizzle the melted Almond Bark over the cereal. Mix it gently with a large spoon or spatula. Dump the cake mix and powdered sugar onto the cereal and mix them gently with a large spoon until all the cereal is evenly coated.
BOOKOn August 5, check out James Patterson’s newest book, Mistress. Ben isn’t like most people. Unable to control his racing thoughts, he’s a man consumed by his obsessions: movies, motorcycles, presidential trivia, and Diana Hotchkiss, a beautiful woman Ben knows he can never have. When Diana is found dead outside her apartment, Ben’s infatuation drives himonahunttofindoutwhathappenedtotheloveofhislife. In his most heart-pumping thriller yet, James Patterson plunges us into the depths of a mind tortured by paranoia and obsession on an action-packed chase through a world of danger and deceit.
MOVIEOlympus Has Fallen is an action-thriller being released to DVD on August 13. When the White House (Secret Service Code: “Olympus”) is captured by a terrorist mastermind and thePresident is kidnapped, disgraced former Presidential guard MikeBanning (GerardButler)findshimself trappedwithin thebuilding. As the national security team scrambles to respond, they are forced to rely on Banning’s inside knowledge to help retake the White House, save the President, and avert an even bigger disaster. Plus, it has Morgan Freeman, so you know it’ll be good.
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