Non Verbal Communication Device for Drivers (NVCD)

The "Turn Signal"

In automobiles, located on the left-hand side of the steering column, is a lever. When pushed downward, this lever activates exterior lights on the left side of the car that "blink."

These flashing lights tell other drivers, pedestrians and cyclists the driver's intention to turn left or to change into the left lane.

Conversely, pushing the lever upward activates the blinking lights on the exterior of the right side of the vehicle. This indicates the driver's intention to turn right or to change into the right lane. This innovation is a wonderful way to non-verbally communicate with other drivers one's intentions to turn or to change lanes. It does not require an app.

Kudos to those drivers who are aware of this feature and use it.

Stopping at at traffic signal "over" the white line is hazardous. It dangerously cuts the turning radius for other cars as well as blocks safe passage for crossing pedestrians.

"Slow Traffic Keep Right" does not mean cars traveling the speed limit should remain in the left lane if in fact they are still the slower traffic. I'm talking to you random causeway driver.

Fools of Misrule Twelfth Night

Saturday, January 7th, 6:00pm

Witnessing the absence of proper Twelfth Night merrymaking on the Northshore, the St. John Fools of Misrule was formed to announce the arrival of the Carnival season to St. Tammany Parish. The Fools of Misrule integrated into its name homage to the historic St. John District of old Covington (1813) where the group was founded and annually conducts its bawdy procession.

The Feast of Fools March begins at the Columbia Street Taproom at 6:00pm, dancing down Lockwood Street the entirety of one block to the Covington Trailhead. Here, the 2023 Lord of Fools shall be selected by lucky draw of the bean (in a piece of King Cake).

Much revelry is had.

Are You Smarter Than Your 8th Grade Nun?

That Kookie Nun is Back!

Thursday, January 19th,

Fuhrmann Auditorium, 7:00pm

OnStage in Covington is a cultural series of 4 to 5 performances each year. Our Cultural Arts and Events Department brings in talent from across the United States … tribute acts such as John Denver, Hank Williams, Neil Diamond, Motown and Patsy Kline. World class magicians as well as The Four Tenors and the Celtic Angels from Dublin.

In past years Vicki Quade has delighted Covington audiences with Late Nite Catechism (which she co-wrote) and Christmas Bingo: It's a Ho-Ho-Holy Night. Test your Catholic bona-fides against a ruler-wielding, no-nonsense nonsensical nun.

Only $20.00 at Bontemps.tix ... and you don't have to leave the island : )

Patrick Motel

Gibson Street

The Patrick Motel was built in 1895 on Gibson Street (prior to the construction of the railroad track). Pictured below, it is the two story white building behind the trees. Originally called the Commercial Hotel, it was built by Mr. and Mrs. Domergue. Mr. Domergue had previously served as a steward on the New Camellia schooner that traversed Lake Ponchartrain.

Years later, the building would become home to Hebert's Cleaners. The first floor collapsed during the tornado of November, 1997.

It was reported that the people inside on the first floor were saved from being crushed by the second floor when a refrigerator held up the second story, giving them enough space to escape.

There's so much more ...

The story of the building was wonderfully chronicled by local legend Carol Jahncke through her use of personification of downtown buildings. Read "Houses that Talk" and more at Ron Barthet's Tammany Family Blog.

A T-shirt depicting the Nov. 21, 1997 Covington tornado was produced by Artmasters Inc. screen printers and was distributed by the "Have a Heart Through Art" Foundation to help raise money for the storm victims. From left are Ron Barthet, artist, Denise Gutnisky, foundation head and Susan White of Artmasters.

Congratulations to Ron for being honored by Parish President Mike Cooper and the St. Tammany Parish Commission on Cultural Affairs with the

Lifetime Achievement Award!

Ron Barthet's Tammany Family Blog

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