Our Place Studio * Downtown Covington

There's fun and magic to be found at your local libraries this summer! And you can catch Liz sharing her Tales With a Twist: Stories That Move! interactive storytimes & some aerial fun at libraries throughout St. Tammany and also in St. Bernard and Avoyelles Parishes. Move and play with your kids and support one of our community's greatest resources: our public libraries! xo

SUMMER READING PROGRAM SHOWS & CLASSES, 2026

This is my favorite photo taken by one of my very favorite librarians, Ms. Janet Perez of St. Bernard Parish Library. And it's always the perfect one to share for Summer Reading Program Performance announcements. So, here we go!

You can find me in the following locations, sharing Tales With a Twist: Stories That Move! and flying lessons on the Aerial Rig!

St. Tammany Parish Library * Tales With a Twist: Stories That Move!
June 9: Abita Springs 10:30 am & Mandeville, 2:30 pm
June 10: Covington, 2:30 pm
June 11: Folsom, 10:30 am & Madisonville, 2:30 pm
June 30: Pearl River, 10:30 am & S. Slidell, 2:30 pm

St. Bernard Parish Library: Aerial for Tweens & Teens!
Main Branch: 11:30 am & 1:45 pm

Avoyelles Parish Library:Tales With a Twist AND Aerial!
July 7: Bunkie, 10 am, Tales With a Twist
July 10: Marksville, 10 am, Aerial & 1pm Tale With a Twist

Come join the fun! Support your local libraries - they are the best places in the whole wide world! xoxo

Wednesday Wisdom from Jack LaLanne

“The only way to hurt your body is not to use it.”

Your body was designed to move.

Every walk, workout, stretch, and healthy choice helps keep you strong, capable, and independent.

Motion is medicine. Inactivity is the real enemy.

No matter your age, use your body and it will serve you well for years to come.

Some post-show shots from last night. I asked the girls to choose their favorite poses so I could get their pictures. Impossible to do when I'm running the show, lol. A fantastic night as always, so much fun and everybody was just spectacular! Or as we might say in 80"s speak , totally awesome!💙💗💚💛⭐️

Happy Mother's Day from The Heirloom Gardener - John Forti!
"What was your mother's favorite plant? My mothers was the peace rose. My Italian grandmother loved red roses, basil and peonies. My Irish grandmother loved bittersweet and lily of the valley. My neighbor mother loved dahlia, and my Japanese host mother loved camellia and cherry blossoms. The first herb I remember my mother using was bay. Just as my grandmother before her, she made it into a soothing tea.
What is the first plant your mothers taught you about?
Do you grow any of the plants that were passed down through the generations of women in your family & what plants or gardening skills have you shared with the next generation?
Happy Mother's Day to all of my earth mother friends!"
"Memories of Granny's Hands" - Jill Pritchett

And today's dress rehearsal is a wrap! This year's totally awesome Kids Aerial spring showcase, "Back to the 80s!" , is ready to roll tomorrow evening. As always it's been hard work and a blast all at the same time. What worthwhile endeavor is ever any different?! Xo

And finally, artist spotlight #3 for tonight's Spring for Art street fest: Liz Bragdon, Beeswax & Bone: Handmade Journals, Soulful Trinkets, Chapbooks ✨🦋✨
We hope you'll drop by tonight as you're out enjoying the sights and sounds of one of our favorite downtown Covington events! Xo
Big appreciation shout out to St. Tammany Art Association for always supporting local artists!

Second artist spotlight for Spring for Art: Lacey James Killiam of Lacey James Designs🌸
"I love making beautiful jewelry you will love wearing." Lacey

Stop by and check out Lacey's work here at the studio tomorrow, 6-9 pm! xo