Many of my buyers when considering a home in Destrehan often ask about youth recreation. The Destrehan Booster Club is a strong force in providing year round activities for the children of St. Charles Parish. Currently DBC is offering open registration for Baseball and Softball. The Baseball  season is very exciting, game filled activity all season long. Some travel is involved  but only locally here in the St. Charles Parish. Having such a club is great for community value. Have any questions please feel free to email. www.destreahanboosterclub.com 02/24/2010

Baseball/Softball: Registration has been extended until Friday, February 26, 2010, so if you have not registered, it is not too late to do so. Please fill out a registration form that you can print from our website and turn it in to the Recreation Department, a board member, or our P.O. Box. on or before Friday, February 26, 2010. Coaching - If you would like to coach an age group for the 2010 Baseball/Softball Season, please go to our website at www.destrehanboosterclub.com and fill out the coaches commitment form and either send it in, or email it to sadams@shergarner.com. Please remember that all coaches, assistant coaches, and any parent/volunteer that will be on the field with children are required to have a background check on file with the Destrehan Booster Club every year. So i... 02/24/2010

Located just 10 minutes west of the New Orleans International Airport in Kenner,is the parish of St. Charles. Destrehan a key community on the East Bank of St. Charles Parish; homes range in price from 150k and up. A good time to be had by all is the Annual Alligator Festival. The festival will be held on the Westbank under the bridge in Luling. Proceeds from the festival benefit many local causes. College scholarships are afforded to graduating seniors from Hahnville and Destrehan High School from the proceeds of the festival. Alligator FestivalSept 24-27 2009St. Charles Parish Westbank Bridge Park 09/24/2009

267 Villere Dr. Today is day 6 on my personal home listing. Well it appears that both the appraisal and home inspection are done. We are awaiting the final reports. I feel so far so good and nothing major to report.  The under contract status came just two days into the listing. Not to mention the multiple offer scenario. Home in Destrehan LA seem to be in demand. Possible reasons: Low Crime rate Country Club life style Great Public Schools Appx 45 mins to downtown New Orleans Biggest reason to a fast sell without giving away your property is listing with an agent who knows your area and price the property to sell.   02/12/2009

It's getting to be that Time of Year   I am starting to see to see the signs of Fall and the upcoming holiday season. If you go to Home Depot, Sams or Wal-Mart just take a look around. In addition, I am seeing more homes decorated in Destrehan LA for Holloween. Close to Destrehan there is a pumpkin patch farm. For years my kid's schools have made the annual field trip to Montz Pumpkin Farm and Hayride. Located at 17834 River Road, phone 985.652.3672. Some tips for your Pumpkin lasting thru out the season. •1.     Try to pick off the vine •2.     Find a Pumpkin with as few as possible soft spots which will help with rot and mold •3.     Carving pick a large Pumpkin •4.     Don't carry your Pumpkin by the stem •5.     For Pumpkin Pie chose a small one •6.     Keep the Pumpkin in an undist... 09/30/2008

This video was produce by our local parish government. My home is in this video. Here a great example of a community blog. The St. Charles Parish Government, in my opinion is the most progressive government in the Greater New Orleans. Before Hurricane Gustav the parish would post local information and events using www.youtube.com. Just today the video posted help calm my wife nerves on the condition of our home. I have just started to post using video and can see the advantage. Keep checking back for future updates with the use of video. 09/02/2008

Ormond Civic AssociationDestrehan, LAOrmond Estates   All civic associations are important to the local community. First of all they are the watch dogs for your community. An active association will help keep property value where they belong. Secondly, they assist with many local issues. Finally, they assist in keeping an area looking upscale. Belonging to your local civic organization is very important. The civic organization we belong to is Ormond Civic Association.  A quick visit to their website and you will see all the important issues this organization is working to improve on. The very first thing as you enter Ormond Estate Subdivision is the landscape neutral ground. The OCA pays and maintain the two entrance and planters on the bouvarld.  The grass cutting and additional landsc... 08/13/2008

St. Charles Parish Library It has been some time since I visited a public library. One recent visit and a first to the St. Charles Parish Library surprise me with their offerings. The parish public library offers a large amount of upcoming events to include a movie night for teens and a Wii competition. In addition to a large amount of computers for public use there is a wireless zone. The wireless zone is for those who bring their own computer for connection to the internet.  Click on St. Charles Parish Library to visit their website. To cap off this exciting library experience they offer a large amount of current books to check out. 08/11/2008

FOOTBALL & CHEERLEADING in Destrehan LA The Destrehan Booster Club is currently holding fall 2008 registration for Football and Cheerleading. The season begins in August. The cost for football is $55.00. The cost for cheerleading is $10 plus uniforms and pom-poms. Registration Dates: FOOTBALL, CHEERLEADING NOW For more information visit the Destrehan Booster Club web site: www.destrehanboosterclub.com 07/22/2008

The Destrehan Booster Club, it's Board of Directors and the entire community thank you for your continued support of youth recreation. DESTREHAN BOOSTER CLUB Post Office Box 933 Destrehan, La. 70047-0933 www.destrehanboosterclub.com Newsletter -July 1, 2008 Vol. 25 Organized for the purpose of aiding, encouraging and supporting recreation in St. Charles Parish. Championship Teams: Congratulations to Val Gubert and his 9/10 year old boys' baseball team for being this year St. Charles Parish Champions. The team consists of the following players: Eli Brooks, Jason Norris, Adam Gonzales, Louis Kieffer, Val Gubert, Neil Fontenot, Bailey Nuss, Gavin Parks, John Barrow, Banks Sanders and Austin Seeman. Assistant C oaches: Pete Nuss and Neil Fontenot Congratulations to Jeff Deering and his 11/1... 07/04/2008

New Page 2 <!-- p {margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:10.0pt; margin-left:0in; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; } p.MsoNormal {mso-style-parent:""; margin-top:0in; margin-right:0in; margin-bottom:10.0pt; margin-left:0in; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; } table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-parent:""; font-size:11.0pt; font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"; } --> Big Easy Real Estate Notes by Frank Rubi www.7824.com   Market Report for Ormond Estates Destrehan, LA.       ACTIVES SOLD PENDING       45 37 13   This report is inclusive of the marketing period beginning 2/1/2008. These properties include all size and price range. The average price for a 3 bedroom was 200,141. The average price for a 4 bedroom 283,000. Using the 37 closed p... 07/01/2008

Big Easy Real Estate Notes by Frank Rubi504.319.9696   When  looking for a homes for sale in Destrehan consider Ormond Estates. The homes are price right and the community is great. One of the great feature of Ormond is the Ormond Country Club. The club's membership is friendly and the cost is well in line with other country clubs. One of the upcoming events is the three day golf clinic. Ormond Country Club 10 VILLERE DR DESTREHAN, LA 70047 (985) 764-6868 www.ormondcc.com    Weekly News   July Junior Clinics             The golf staff will be offering multiple three day golf clinics during the month of July.  Enclosed is a list of the clinics offered, dates, times, and list of the instruction that will take place during the clinic.  If your child would like to attend more than one of th... 06/25/2008

Where to Eat in Destrehan LA. Chef Edsby Frank Rubi504.319.9696www.7824.com While I was previewing homes for sale in Destrehan, LA. I decide to stop and have dinner at  Chef Eds. I had the shrimp platter. It was extremely good. The price was reasonable. The service was friendly as most places in Destrehan are. Visit there web site for a visit with their menu.  Pick up the phone and call me at 504.319.9696 or email us at frank@frankrubi.com. www.activerain.com/frankrubi    http://www.localism.com/  Louisiana, Destrehan, or Kenner, then browse in City, about, events, listings, and more. In addition visit my websites: http://www.frankrubi.com/   Frank Rubi, e-PRO, MBA, REALTOR® 06/24/2008

What would Happen to Your Property Value if Your local Country Club and Golf Course was to Close?Destrehan, LA. by Frank Rubiwww.7824.com If you're in the market for country club living and looking for Homes for Sale, ask if the seller belongs to their local country club. Property owners seem to always want to mention the view of the course when selling their home. My take on this matter is if you want to continue improving property value and increase your sale ability of the property considered joining your local club. Secondly, my thought is what would happen to your property value if apartments were located behind you instead of your club's golf course that you do not belong to. There are examples which are well documented where the country's club land is in great demand. Ormond Coun... 05/15/2008

The Destrehan Booster Club, it's Board of Directors and the entire community thank you for your continued support of youth recreation.DESTREHAN BOOSTER CLUBPost Office Box 933Destrehan, La. 70047-0933www.destrehanboosterclub.comNewsletter - April 15, 2008Vol. 19Organized for the purpose of aiding, encouraging and supporting recreation in St. Charles Parish.New Board Member:Please welcome our newest board member, Duane Dufrene. Congratulations!Coaches' Meetings Set:• DBC will host their annual coaches meeting on Sunday, April 20 at 6:00 pm at the FireStation on Ormond Blvd. This meeting is mandatory for all head coaches and assistantcoaches. Uniforms, Jamboree T-shirts, Jamboree Schedules and important new policychange for all coaches.Baseball/Softball Jamboree:Date set is Thursday, Apri... 04/21/2008

Ormond Country ClubDESTREHAN, LA 70047(985) 764-6868http://www.ormondcc.com/    Tee times have changed, shotgun start at 11:00 am22nd Annual OMGA Irish-Italian Golf TournamentApril 5th 2008$100 per golferFour players per team (Shamble/ Net best ball)Sign up today in the Pro Shop or call us at (985) 764-2257  Any single looking for a team for the Irish- Italian can call the pro shop. We will pair you with a team.  *Our Friday afternoon 9 hole scramble has been moved to 5:00 pm due to an outside event.  Please contact the golf shop to reserve your spot.   Course Closings for AprilApril 4th          Course closed after 12:00 PM  8:00 AM shot gun for members and guestsApril 5th          Course closed all dayApril 11th        Course closed all dayApril 21st        Course closed till 3:00 PM ... 04/02/2008

Ormond Country ClubDestrehan, LA Club Offering for Summer 2008  2008 Summer Camp  Monday May 26th - Friday August 8th9:00 AM - 4:00 PM$110.00 per week for Members$130.00 per week for Non-MembersAges 5 - 11 years old Activities will include:Baseball, Tennis, Golf, Soccer, Basketball, Swimming, Slides, Bounce House, Movies, and Down Time We are now accepting application. We will require a $50.00 deposit per child with your application. For additional information, please call Lydia or Penny in the office Monday - Friday 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM at 985 764-6868.After care will be available upon request! OCC would like to welcome Karly Jaynes as our new Banquet Director!You can contact Karly at (985) 764-6868 Ext.13Or at events@occ.nocoxmail.com Restaurant HoursLunch: Tuesday- Friday 11AM- 2 PMDin... 03/28/2008

Evaluation Schedule for girls' softball and National League EvaluationsLocation: ORMOND FIELD 7/8 boys and 7/8 girls  - Saturday, March 8, 9:00 am - 11:00 am 9/10 boys and 9/10 girls - Saturday, March 8. 11:00 am - 12:30 pm11/12 boys and 11/12 girls - Saturday, March 8, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm13/14 boys and 13/14 girls - Saturday, March 8, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm If you have questions about the National League or softball please contact the Booster Club. Go to the Destrehan Booster website.    02/28/2008

St. Charles Parish Franchise Baseball Evaluation The American league will hold it franchise baseball evaluation will be held as follows:EVALUATION DATES for the AMERICAN LEAGUE (9-10 YR OLDS)  TUE. MARCH 4TH 5:30 @ EAST BANK BRIDGE PARK(13-14 YR OLDS)  WED. MARCH 5TH 5:30 @ WEST BANK BRIDGE PARK(11-12 YR OLDS)  THUR. MARCH 6TH 5:30 @ WEST BANK BRIDGE PARK Any questions about the American League, please contact THE RECREATION DEPARTMENT @ 985-783-5090   02/28/2008

Ormond Country Club Wednesday and Thursday Night Buffets Destrehan, LA Wednesday and Thursday Night Buffets! Buffet Nights ** WEDNESDAY 2-20-08 MEXICAN NIGHT TACO BARCHICKEN QUESADILLAS, TAMALE CASSEROLE W/CHEESE, BEEF FAJAITAS, CHIPS AND SALSA, REFRIED BEANS, SPANISH RICE, FLAN Adult $12.95 + tax Children $6.00 + tax ** THURSDAY 2-21-08 SEAFOOD NIGHT FRIED SHRIMP HUSH PUPPIES, CORN ON THE COBB, BAKED STUFFED CATFISH, JAMBALAYA, FRENCH FRIES, APPLE COBBLER Adult $14.95 + tax Children $6.50 + tax Friday Nights Catfish Lent Special this Friday! Dine in (all you can eat adults) $9.95+tax Children $5.95 + tax & Children under 6 eat free! Fried Catfish, Cole slaw, French Fries, And Hush Puppies Take out order adults $7.95 + Tax Children $5.95 + tax Lent is here and every Friday night will be... 02/19/2008