Majoria Drugs celebrates 50 years Jasmine Rice Thai Cuisine in gretna Night Out Against Crime

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1 Volume 9, Issue 10 October 2018 wbbeacon.com October 12-14, 2018 Majoria Drugs celebrates 50 years Jasmine Rice Thai Cuisine in gretna Night Out Against Crime Proudly Highlighting the News of West Jefferson, Algiers and Plaquemines

2 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8 4:00-7:00 PM 5501 WESTBANK EXPRESSWAY MARRERO, LA Academy of Our Lady does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin in the administration of all its policies. WOMBLE JUVENILE COURT JUDGE Prepared and Independent. Already Serving. Early Voting: October Election Day: November jen4judge@gmail.com P. O. Box 1908 Metairie, Louisiana Paid for by the Committee to Elect Jennifer Womble. PROUDLY ENDORSED BY 2 >> OCTOBER 2018 >> wbbeacon.com

3 september >> contents departments 4 things 6 HOME to do October at Jean Lafitte & GARDEN Knowing fertilizers and soil testing is important 9 COMMUNITY Bean Bag Baseball Energy Saver: Setting Your Thermostat for Comfort and S avings Turkey Frying Safety Tips for the upcoming holidays Family Housing Opens at Children s Hospital Tailgate Social 2018 Gretna Heritage Festival Wrap Up Molaison sworn in as Judge on Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal October 2018 VOLUME 9, ISSUE 10 PUBLISHER The West Bank Beacon 18 BUSINESS The Bright Light Social Hour, Kristin Diable and Aaron Benjamin to Headline 2nd Annual LiveWell Fest STAFF WRITERS Troy Broussard CONTRIBUTING WRITERS David Heitmeier Allen Owings Marielle Songy graphic/web designer Jeanne Valois Staff Photographer King Joe 2018 The West Bank Beacon, LLC All rights reserved. P.O. Box 454 Gretna, LA features 8 Jasmine Rice Thai Cuisine opens in Gretna westbankbeacon@yahoo.com or visit wbbeacon.com 4 Majoria Drugs celebrates 50 years in business 12 Night Out Against Crime Send Letters to the Editor to beaconeditor@yahoo.com wbbeacon.com << OCTOBER 2018 << 3

4 >> feature Majoria Drugs celebrates 50 years in business by Marielle Songy In 1968, Anthony Tony Majoria left his job as a pharmacist and general manager of Fasullo Drugs, a small local pharmacy chain, to open the first Majoria Drugs in Metairie on Veterans Boulevard. Now the location of The Cat Hospital of Metairie, that first store was a little over 1000 square feet but with the support of his customers, Tony had the start he needed to open what would eventually become five pharmacy locations serving customers across the New Orleans metro area on both sides of the Mississippi River. The last store Tony opened was the original Westbank location on Barataria Boulevard in Marrero. Living nearby, he wanted a store that he could walk to. Today the founding ownership of Majoria Drugs- now headed by Rhett Majoria, Steve Sandoz, and Mike LaCombe- operate Westbank locations in Marrero and Terrytown. Majoria Drugs main focus is family and they treat every customer like a member of their own family. Customer service is key and they know that their customers come back to Majoria Drugs again and again because of the personalized experience they get there. Majoria Drugs has a Happy or Not customer experience terminal in each store to get valuable customer feedback on their service experience. They were interviewed in 2017, by Swedish company Happy or Not, because they were their highest ranking pharmacy customer in North America and Europe for customer service scores. All store owners get these customer response reports daily, and they take action when needed. Last year, Majoria Drugs received over 50,000 customer responses and had a 97% customer approval rating while the average independent pharmacy rating is 94.5%. After Hurricane Katrina, providing necessary service to their customers was the only thing on the minds of Rhett Majoria and Steve Sandoz. They got back into town the morning after Katrina and they were able to reopen the Marrero location, on generator power, only a week after Hurricane Katrina. Both the employees and customers welcomed back this shred of normalcy during an otherwise hectic time. Due to heavy damage, the Terrytown store was forced to operate their pharmacy out of a trailer, for 1.5 years, while the main store was being completely renovated. Majoria Drugs is proud to be an active part of the community. They are happy to support local charities and causes, and they are proud to boast more than 60 employees and a low turnover rate. Many of the current employees have family that have worked at Majoria Drugs for generations. They are an integral part of the Westbank community, driving support of local business and keeping our community healthy. Local businesses provide our children a great place 4 >> OCTOBER 2018 >> wbbeacon.com

5 feature << to work and learn, while supporting diverse shopping choices. Tax revenues go back into our community rather than be sent out of state, all an important part to continuing to grow our Westbank neighborhoods. In honor of the 50th anniversary, Majoria Drugs will offer ongoing in store specials as well as a weekly Facebook giveaway of gift cards, products and more! Majoria Drugs thank you to our many valued customers: During this 50th anniversary, we reflect with humble gratitude and give you thanks for the trust and support you have given us. Thank you for making our jobs and lives more fulfilling, and letting us do what we love doing. We truly consider it a privilege to be of service to our customers and a part of our Westbank community. Majoria Drugs locations: 888 Terry Parkway Terrytown LA, (504) Barataria Blvd. Marrero LA, (504) Majoria Drugs can also be found online at and on October at JEan Lafitte Battle of New Orleans Talk Discover 1815 s Battle of New Orleans with a ranger talk 10:45 a.m. and 2:45 p.m. daily. No talk Monday, October 8; battlefield visitor center closed for Columbus Day holiday. Free. Chalmette Battlefield of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 8606 West St. Bernard Highway, Chalmette or Alive Join the Baratarian cannon crew for artillery demonstrations and discussions of gunnery skills and strategies during the Battle of New Orleans era. 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m., Sunday, October 28. Free. Chalmette Battlefield of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 8606 West St. Bernard Highway, Chalmette or Walk the Wetlands Explore Louisiana swamp and marsh on a ranger-guided walk 10:00 a.m. Wednesday-Sunday. Free. Barataria Preserve of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd. in Marrero (near Crown Point) ext 10 or jela. Swamp Science Fest Learn from a frog, check waterway health, track bird migrations, and enjoy hands-on activities, walks, and talks with local nature and science organizations. 11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m., Saturday, October 20. Free. Barataria Preserve of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd. in Marrero (near Crown Point) ext 10 or Creatures of the Night Bat Program Get to know Barataria s bats with research Dr. Craig Hood of Loyola University. Talk by Dr. Hood (children s bat craft available during talk) followed by bat-spotting with special bat detection equipment. Free but space limited so call for required reservations. Barataria Preserve of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 6588 Barataria Blvd. in Marrero (near Crown Point) ext 10 or Ranger Talk Discover New Orleans history and culture with a ranger talk in the visitor center courtyard. 9:30 a.m. Tuesday-Saturday. Free. French Quarter Visitor Center of Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve, 419 Decatur Street, New Orleans ext 221 or wbbeacon.com << OCTOBER 2018 << 5

6 >> home & garden Knowing fertilizers and soil testing is important by Dan Gill, LSU AgCenter Horticulturist A common misconception is that the type of fertilizer you choose to use is based strictly on the type of plant you are growing. In other words, each type of plant has its own specially formulated fertilizer, and that s what should be used. However, this is not the case. Surprised? Well, to see why this is wrong it s important to look at what fertilizers are and why we use them. Plants need certain mineral elements they absorb from the soil to be healthy. These essential elements include nitrogen, phosphorous, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, iron, boron, chlorine, molybdenum, zinc, copper and manganese. All the plants you grow use the same essential elements. If any of these are in short supply, the health or performance of the plant will be affected to some degree the more serious the deficiency, the more obvious the symptoms. These essential elements are not food. They are not what plants eat, and they are not at all equivalent to the food we feed ourselves or our pets. Plants make their own food from air and water through photosynthesis. It is impossible for you to literally feed the plants in your landscape. A better analogy would be to compare plant fertilizers to mineral supplements that humans take, such as calcium, iron or potassium. I don t think anyone would consider that pill you take in the morning your food supply for the day. But you need the minerals to be healthy. Samples of soil 6 inches deep from several locations in a garden or lawn can be tested to provide information on soil ph and fertility. Test results come with recommendations based on the type of plants you intend to grow. LSU AgCenter file photo by Tom Koske A fertilizer is simply something we add to a plant s environment that provides one or more essential element. The role of fertilizers is to supplement the mineral nutrients that are already present and available to a plant. If a plant is already getting enough of an essential element from its environment, adding more of that nutrient will not benefit the plant in the least. A fertilizer will only help a plant if it provides a nutrient that is in such short supply that the health or performance of a plant is affected. Because all the plants you grow use the same essential elements, the idea that each type of plant, such as roses, tomatoes, lawn grasses, flowers and fruit trees, require a separate and different fertilizer is simply not accurate. The idea that you need different fertilizers for your plants the way you need different foods for your pets is simply wrong. That being said, the type of plant can influence what fertilizer we purchase and how we use it. A fertilizer for acid-loving plants, for instance, would be appropriate for plants that like acid soil, like azaleas, gardenias and blueberries. Also, some plants require higher nutrient levels to do their best and are fertilized at higher rates or more frequently than those that require lower nutrient levels. While the fertilizer we choose can be influenced by what plants we are growing, it is governed primarily by nutrient levels in the soil. Choosing a fertilizer for your landscape does not depend so much on what you are growing it is determined primarily by which nutrients are in short supply in the soil and need to be supplemented and which don t. Fertilizers come in a variety of analyses. Choose the one that s right for the plants and time of year. Photo by Dan Gill/ LSU AgCenter Soil Testing You cannot simply look at the soil and know what the nutrient levels are. The key to proper fertilizing whether you use commercial or organic fertilizers is a soil test. You can get your soil tested through the LSU AgCenter Soil Testing and Plant Analysis Laboratory in Baton Rouge. A soil sample should be submitted for testing from each unique area of your landscape, especially if the soils may be different due to past treatment or location. For instance, one sample could be submitted from your front lawn area and another from a flower bed in the front yard because the soils would have been treated differently over the 6 >> OCTOBER 2018 >> wbbeacon.com

7 years. A vegetable garden will require a separate test from other areas. Small boxes and forms to submit samples are available at your parish LSU AgCenter office and at many local nurseries. Go to the Soil Testing Laboratory website to find where soil test boxes are available in your area. Once you are ready to submit your samples, you can mail them directly to the lab in Baton Rouge. The test results you receive will tell you the texture of your soil. You will also learn the ph of your soil, which reveals how acid or alkaline it is. A ph of 7 is neutral. Lower numbers indicate an acid soil condition while higher numbers mean the soil is alkaline. Generally, a ph from 5.5 to 7.5 is acceptable for most plants. If necessary, the ph of the soil can be adjusted higher by the addition of lime or lowered by the addition of sulfur. 20% 20% OFF off for all services when you spend $40.00 and up with this coupon The fertility of the soil is indicated in the test results by the levels of phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, copper, sulfur and zinc. The levels are shown in parts per million and are interpreted for you as very low, low, medium, high or very high. Ideally, the levels should be medium to very high. Fertilizer recommendations you receive with the test results are based on these levels. The amount of fertilizer needed and the number of applications in a season are influenced by the type of plants you indicated you are growing or intend to grow where the soil sample was taken. Monday - Friday: 7:30am - 5:30pm Saturday: 8:00am - 2:30pm Soil testing can be done anytime of the year, but fall is an excellent time. When you get your tests back and see the nutrient levels of your soil, you will be better informed when the spring fertilizer season arrives next year. Getting your soil tested helps you choose fertilizers that emphasize the nutrients in short supply and deemphasize the nutrients already at appropriate levels. wbbeacon.com << OCTOBER 2018 << 7

8 >> feature Jasmine Rice Thai Cuisine opens in Gretna by Marielle Songy The Westbank is lucky when it comes to restaurants, especially restaurants that feature delicious foods of other nations. We have a generous selection of Vietnamese, Chinese, and Japanese cuisine all over our little metropolis. The newest addition to the Westbank food scene is a Thai restaurant, Jasmine Rice Thai Cuisine, located at 2112 Belle Chasse Hwy in Gretna. Here you will find a delicious selection of tasty Thai food that is sure to satisfy any craving. It was so good that I had to stop myself from eating it all in one sitting and I will definitely be ordering this again. I didn t partake in dessert, but they have mango sticky rice, which is a favorite, so I ll be sure to leave room for that next time. Jasmine Thai Cuisine is open Monday through Saturday 11:00 am to 9:00 pm. They can be reached at I stopped in here recently for lunch and, although the restaurant is small, it s beautifully decorated and very welcoming. I was greeted by the owner and I was excited to look over the menu and see what they had to offer. For such a small place, the menu is big and you re going to find a lot of Thai favorites here. Some stand outs were the Tom Yum soup which is spicy shrimp, lemongrass, hot and sour soup with fresh mushrooms, tomatoes, and cilantro. They also offer combination soup and wonton soup. Also on the menu is noodle favorites such as pad thai, drunken noodle, and chow mein and they also have vegetarian options. Jasmine Rice Thai also offers a variety of rice dishes as well as a selection of stir fry and curries. When I was here I got an order of the fresh spring rolls and for my entrée I got an order of the pineapple fried rice which is fried rice with shrimp, chicken, pineapple cashew nuts, onion and scallions and flavored with curry powder. The spring rolls were an excellent start to the meal and I found them very light and fresh. Their fresh spring rolls come filled with lettuce, carrots and vermicelli noodles and they are served with peanut sauce, making for a perfect light appetizer. The pineapple fried rice was a generous portion and it came out steaming hot, which was a delight. The dish was delicious and packed with flavor. I loved how the pineapple provided a tart sweetness to an otherwise savory meal. The rice was perfectly seasoned and I loved the chicken and the shrimp and what it added to the dish. 8 >> OCTOBER 2018 >> wbbeacon.com

9 community << The Harvey Golden Age members participated in ten teams in the Bean Bag Baseball Intramural event through out the season. Members participating: Sitting Left: Bonnie Perrin, Marie Trosclair (most valuable player) Geraldine Palisi (captain), June Olano, June Marchese Standing Left: Dolores Jeandron, Janel Clement, Barbara Hoffman, Elda Olsen wbbeacon.com << OCTOBER 2018 << 9

10 >> community Energy Saver: Setting Your Thermostat for Comfort and Savings You can save money on your heating and cooling bills by simply resetting your thermostat when you are asleep or away from home. You can do this automatically without sacrificing comfort by installing an automatic setback or programmable thermostat. Using a programmable thermostat, you can adjust the times you turn on the heating or air-conditioning according to a pre-set schedule. Programmable thermostats can store and repeat multiple daily settings (six or more temperature settings a day) that you can manually override without affecting the rest of the daily or weekly program. 10 >> OCTOBER 2018 >> wbbeacon.com Thermostat Operation You can save as much as 10% a year on heating and cooling by simply turning your thermostat back 7-10 F for 8 hours a day from its normal setting. The percentage of savings from setback is greater for buildings in milder climates than for those in more severe climates. You can easily save energy in the winter by setting the thermostat to 68 F while you re awake and setting it lower while you re asleep or away from home. In the summer, you can follow the same strategy with central air conditioning by keeping your house warmer than normal when you are away, and setting the thermostat to 78 F (26 C) only when you are at home and need cooling. Set your thermostat at as high a temperature as comfortably possible and ensure humidity control if needed. The smaller the difference between the indoor and outdoor temperatures, the lower your overall cooling bill will be. Although thermostats can be adjusted manually, programmable thermostats will avoid any discomfort by returning temperatures to normal before you wake or return home. Avoid setting your thermostat at a colder setting than normal when you turn on your air conditioner. It will not cool your home any faster and could result in excessive cooling and, therefore, unnecessary expense. A common misconception associated with thermostats is that a furnace works harder than normal to warm the space back to a comfortable temperature after the thermostat has been set back, resulting in little or no savings. In fact, as soon as your house drops below its normal temperature, it will lose energy to the surrounding environment more slowly. The lower the interior temperature, the slower the heat loss. So the longer your house remains at the lower temperature, the more energy you save, because your house has lost less energy than it would have at the higher temperature. The same concept applies to raising your thermostat setting in the summer -- a higher interior temperature will slow the flow of heat into your house, saving energy on air conditioning. Check out our home heating infographic to learn more about how heating systems and thermostats interact. Limitations for Homes With Heat Pumps, Electric Resistance Heating, Steam Heat, and Radiant Floor Heating Programmable thermostats are generally not recommended for heat pumps. In its cooling mode, a heat pump operates like an air conditioner, so turning up the thermostat (either manually or with a programmable thermostat) will save energy and money. But when a heat pump is in its heating mode, setting back its thermostat can cause the unit to operate inefficiently, thereby canceling out any savings achieved by lowering the temperature setting. Maintaining a moderate setting is the most cost-effective practice. Recently, however, some companies have begun selling specially designed programmable thermostats for heat pumps, which make setting back the thermostat cost-effective. These thermostats typically use special algorithms to minimize the use of backup electric resistance heat systems. Electric resistance systems, such as electric baseboard heating, require thermostats capable of directly controlling 120-volt or 240- volt circuits. Only a few companies manufacture line-voltage programmable thermostats. The slow response time -- up to several hours -- of steam heating and radiant floor heating systems leads some people to suggest that setback is inappropriate for these systems. However, some manufacturers now offer thermostats that track the performance of your heating system to determine when to turn it on in order to achieve comfortable temperatures at your programmed time. Alternately, a normal programmable thermostat can be set to begin its cool down well before you leave or go to bed and return to its regular temperature two or three hours before you wake up or return home. This may require some guesswork at first, but with a little trial and error you can still save energy while maintaining a comfortable home.

11 community << Choosing and Programming a Programmable Thermostat Most programmable thermostats are either digital, electromechanical, or some mixture of the two. Digital thermostats offer the most features in terms of multiple setback settings, overrides, and adjustments for daylight savings time, but may be difficult for some people to program. Electromechanical systems often involve pegs or sliding bars and are relatively simple to program. When programming your thermostat, consider when you normally go to sleep and wake up. If you prefer to sleep at a cooler temperature during the winter, you might want to start the temperature setback a bit ahead of the time you actually go to bed. Also consider the schedules of everyone in the household. If there is a time during the day when the house is unoccupied for four hours or more, it makes sense to adjust the temperature during those periods. Other Considerations The location of your thermostat can affect its performance and efficiency. Read the manufacturer s installation instructions to prevent ghost readings or unnecessary furnace or air conditioner cycling. To operate properly, a thermostat must be on an interior wall away from direct sunlight, drafts, doorways, skylights, and windows. It should be located where natural room air currents warm air rising, cool air sinking occur. Furniture will block natural air movement, so do not place pieces in front of or below your thermostat. Also make sure your thermostat is conveniently located for programming. Rebates and Tax Credits Federal tax credits for heating and cooling systems expired at the end of If you made these improvements in 2015 or 2016, file form 5695 with your taxes to claim the credit. Learn more about the tax credits and find state or local incentives. This information is prepared by the US Department of Entergy and brought to you courtesy of Quality Comfort Systems. Give Quality Comfort Systems a call today to install a programmable thermostat in your home. wbbeacon.com << OCTOBER 2018 << 11

12 >> feature Night Out Against Crime October 16, 2018 We invite you and your community to join over 38 million neighbors across 16,000 Communities in celebration of the 35th annual National Night Out. Our sponsors, National Association of Town Watch (NATW) which introduced the program known as National Night Out (NNO) and the National Neighborhood Watch have partnered with local communities and law enforcement to promote crime prevention in various neighborhoods. To learn more about the history of National Night Out visit natw.org. Purpose Criminals do not like to venture into neighborhoods where many eyes are on watch, looking for anything or anyone out of the ordinary. One of the greatest aids JPSO has is calls from neighbors who see something on their block that raise their suspicion. We hope that you will make a commitment to contribute and continue to make Jefferson Parish neighborhoods safe. Participate in National Night Out Against Crime and meet your neighbors and the officers who patrol your neighborhood. Let s all work together to keep Jefferson one of the safest communities in the nation. Night Out Against Crime events are hosted with assistance from Crimestoppers GNO Inc. To obtain more information about events in your subdivision or area visit: >> OCTOBER 2018 >> wbbeacon.com

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14 >> community Family Housing Opens at Children s Hospital Hogs for the Cause enables families to stay near their child receiving treatment Children s Hospital s Hogs House will open next week with fanfare and fun all in the name of helping families of children receiving medical treatment far from home. Hogs for the Cause, a 501(c)(3) organization pledged $2.1M to renovate a 1920s townhouse on the former military hospital campus so families from other parts of the state seeking care for their children at Children s Hospital, can stay close. Hogs for the Cause teams and supporters will join in celebrating with a dedication and open house on Thursday, Sept. 27 from 5:30 7:30 p.m. Being able to make a huge difference for so many families has been the engine that makes us raise even more money each year, said Becker Hall, founder and CEO of Hogs for the Cause. We started Hogs for the Cause to help one family, but now our donations will be a home away from home for so many more. The Hogs House will serve as on-campus housing for families from outside the New Orleans region who have a child receiving ongoing treatment at Children s Hospital. By providing a place to stay for families who need it, when they need it, the Hogs House will be an extension of the healing environment, said John R. Nickens, IV, president and CEO of Children s Hospital. It will be a place of rest and respite for families whose children are fighting critical illnesses. The house includes 13 family suites with private bathrooms, common areas with two family lounges, kitchen spaces, and a laundry room. For more information, visit our website at About Children s Hospital: Children s Hospital is a 224-bed, notfor-profit medical center offering the most advanced pediatric care for children from birth to 21 years. With more than 40 pediatric specialties and nearly 400 physicians, it is the only full-service hospital exclusively for children in Louisiana and the Gulf South. For more information about Children s Hospital, visit About Hogs for the Cause: Hogs for the Cause is the premier funding source for pediatric brain cancer outreach services in the U.S. We have given 600 grants over 10 years. We are partnered with several hospitals to reach these families, including Children s Hospital in New Orleans, Ochsner Hospital for Children, Duke Children s Hospital, Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Children s Hospital, Children s Healthcare of Atlanta at Scottish Rite, and Children s Hospital of San Antonio. Visit for more. 14 >> OCTOBER 2018 >> wbbeacon.com

15 community << Turkey Frying Safety Tips for the upcoming holidays As we prepare for the approaching holiday season, we are providing safety tips from the National Fire Protection Association courtesy of all of our Volunteer Fire Departments that serve our communities across the West Bank. Turkey fryers NFPA discourages the use of outdoor gas-fueled turkey fryers that immerse the turkey in hot oil. NFPA continues to believe that turkey fryers that use cooking oil, as currently designed, are not suitable for safe use by even a well-informed and careful consumer. These turkey fryers use a substantial quantity of cooking oil at high temperatures and units currently available for home use pose a significant danger that hot oil will be released at some point during the cooking process. In addition, the burners that heat the oil can ignite spilled oil. The use of turkey fryers by consumers can lead to devastating burns, other injuries, and the destruction of property. NFPA urges those who prefer fried turkey to seek out professional establishments, such as grocery stores, specialty food retailers, and restaurants, for the preparation of the dish, or consider a new type of oil-less turkey fryer. For more information on cooking safety tips please visit the website at: NEIGHBORHOOD BAR RESTAURANT CATERING 435 HUEY P. LONG AVE IN GRETNA (504) I GATTUSOS.NET wbbeacon.com << OCTOBER 2018 << 15

16 2018 Gretna Heritage Festival Wrap Up Despite uncooperative weather the show must go on. Here are a few highlights of the 2018 Gretna Heritage Festival: 16 >> OCTOBER 2018 >> wbbeacon.com

17 Judge John Molaison was recently sworn in as the newest judge on the Louisiana Fifth Circuit Court of Appeal. From 2007 to 2018, Judge Molaison served Division E on the 24th Judicial District State Court serving residents of Jefferson Parish. From 2011 to 2018, Judge Molaison was the Chief Judge of the 24th JDC. Judge Molaison received his undergraduate degree from Loyola New Orleans in 1983 and his J.D. from Loyola University New Orleans College of Law in He spent many of his early years as a respected prosecutor in the Jefferson Parish District Attorney s Office and one of the top administrators in the DA s office before being elected to the bench. Congratulations to Appeals Court Judge John Molaison and his family on his new position. The Harvey Golden Age members recently attended the Tailgate Social given by the Terrytown Golden Agers at the Pard Playground in Marrero, LA. wbbeacon.com << OCTOBER 2018 << 17

18 >> business The Bright Light Social Hour, Kristin Diable and Aaron Benjamin to Headline 2nd Annual LiveWell Fest The Jefferson Chamber has announced the lineup for its 2nd Annual LiveWell Fest, a free health & wellness festival on Sunday, October 21 in Lafreniere Park Headlining the Fest is The Bright Light Social Hour, an American psychedelic rock band from Austin, Texas. Local artists Kristin Diable and Aaron Benjamin will also be performing, with an emphasis on rock-n-roll. The three acts will perform on the stage of the Al Copeland Concert Meadow in Lafreniere Park. LiveWell Fest is held from 10 AM to 4 PM following the Jefferson Chamber s Tour de Jefferson bike ride. In addition to live music, guests are invited to stop by for food & drink, healthy products, massages, workout classes and more! The Fest is free and open to the public. Prior to the LiveWell Fest, a Fun Run & Walk will be held along the 2-mile scenic trail of Lafreniere Park. The Fun Run & Walk is free, and all ages are welcome. Participants are encouraged to sign up in advance on tourdejefferson.org. The goal of this family-friendly biking adventure and festival is to continually enhance the awareness of quality-of-life amenities, recreational venues, and the Bicycle Master Plan in Jefferson Parish. Proceeds from the event support the business organization s efforts in public policy advocacy and quality of life initiatives. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the American Heart Association. More information on Tour de Jefferson and LiveWell Fest can be found at 18 >> OCTOBER 2018 >> wbbeacon.com

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