The Audubon Tennis Courts To Get a Makeover

 The Audubon Nature Institute and Tulane University will team up to renovate the Audubon Tennis Courts after coming up with a plan for close to two years. Another part of the deal is for Green Wave tennis teams to train and host their tournaments at the renovated courts. The Tulane tennis players will also move to the courts that are closer to the campus than City Park where they currently practice.

Tulane will pay for the renovations while Audubon will still operate and own the courts. There will be 12 new courts which include six hard courts and six clay courts. NCAA only allows college tournaments to be played on hard courts. There will also be new directional lights for night practices or matches, new restrooms, and new locker rooms.

“Partnering with Tulane would be beneficial for our avid tennis players as well as for Tulane tennis,” said Audubon Institute Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Kyle Burks. “We believe this type of agreement can serve as a model of how communities and universities can work together.”

“Our primary focus has always been to operate the Audubon tennis facility as a top-notch public amenity and the potential partnership with Tulane was developed with that as our top priority,” Burks said. “We believe this type of agreement can serve as a model of how communities and universities can work together.”

There are those that oppose the project. “This will reduce public access to clay courts,” said Sandy Rosenthal, a community activist, who plays on the Audubon courts five times a week. “It’s a loss to the community.”

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A New Home For Brown Butter Restaurant

 A local favorite is the pimento cheeseburgers, smoked brisket, and crab mac and cheese at the well-known Brown Butter Southern Kitchen + Bar.  The restaurant which is currently located in Mid-City will close its doors temporarily. They hope to reopen in a new location as their current location will become a medical facility according to the restaurant's landlord.

 

“Needless to say, our hearts were broken, and we weren’t left with enough time to facilitate a smooth transition to another location,” he wrote.

 

Brown Butter opened its doors in 2015 and savors local Southern flavors with a Louisiana twist.  In fact, owner Simon Beck and chef Dayne Womax called it the "Bible Belt cuisine."  The full-service bard and cocktail establishment was always busy, especially for brunch.

 

“This definitely isn’t a goodbye, we’ll see y’all down the line somewhere,” wrote co-owner Simon Beck in a message to customers.

 

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Ways To Landscape a Grassless Yard

 Not every yard has grass, in fact, some yards sans grass have great curb appeal. If you have a yard that doesn’t have grass, you can still use innovative landscaping ideas. Here are some of these landscaping ideas from professionals in the industry,

Implement Artificial Turf

Let’s face it, grass is a lot of upkeep and there can be many benefits of having a yard without grass. A great nice green alternative is artificial turf which can look and feel almost like natural grass. This is the perfect low-maintenance yard which is great for reducing water usage and is eco-friendly in many other ways. Synthetic grass is not only weep-proof but also doesn’t attract any pests.

Grow Moss

Moss is a very pretty source of greenery. It is a great groundcover that saves not only water but time and fertilizer as well. Grass can go dormant during the cooler season, however, moss will stay green all year long. Most grass will not grow in the shade but moss will grow in the shade, and will grow in poor soil conditions. There are tons of varieties of moss so you have many choices to pick from.

Consider Other Groundcovers

Moss is not your only option, as there are other groundcovers that can be good substitutes for a grass lawn. These include Creeping thyme, Chamomile flowers and clover lawns which can grow great in soil. Remember that there are both tall growing and low growing ground covers, so you will need to choose which is best for you. Other factors to consider are your soil conditions and the amount of sun, shade and rainfall.

Plant a Native Flower Bed

This is a perfect eco-friendly option for your landscaping needs. Not only will this take the place of green grass, but a native plant garden will also add color to the landscaping. A good tip is to plant perennial beds so they will come back each year.

Use Gravel, Mulch & Bark Chippings

This is the perfect option for those who do not have to upkeep growing plants. Gravel, mulch, or bark are the perfect alternatives to create a beautifully landscaped yard. Gravel helps with keeping pests away and can withstand harsh climates. There is very little upkeep with gravel yards. Another great organic option is rubber mulch. This is made from recycled tires and holds up over time. If you go for pine chippings, use pine cedar or black walnut.

Install a Water Feature Or Build a Firepit

Water features are relaxing to listen to and pleasing to the eye. These can include a pond or a water fountain to name a couple. They add style and personalization to a grassless yard. A fire pit is another nice way to decorate your yard without using grass. Combining a fire pit with outdoor furniture, or nice green plants can make a perfect outdoor living area.

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