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Monday, Jan 30, 2012
A Tale of Two Mardi Gras
by: Cal EditorVermilionville Performance Center
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: Free
Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: $10, $6
Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. …
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Auditions for Cinderella
by: Cal EditorGrand Opera House of the South
6 p.m.
Auditions for The Acadia Players production of Rodgers & Hammersteins Cinderella will be held at The Grand Opera House of the South in Crowley,LA, January 29, 2012 from 1p.m. To 3:30p.m. and January 30 & 31, 2012 from 6 to 8:30 pm. Casting will include approximately 7 women, 4 men, 12 extras ages 12 and up and a Young Cinderella age 12 to 14. Children must be age 12 as of February 1, 2012. Those wishing to audition must arrive by 5:30 pm to complete the required paperwork and be prepared to take a headshot. Please come prepared with a song of choice acapella, with recording (karaoke) or sheet music 16 measures minimum.
Performances will be held at The Grand Opera House of the South June 14-17, 2012.
Rehearsal schedule will be given at auditions.
For audition and performance information, contact Logan Frederick 337-523-5007 or at lgfred2011@yahoo.com
LSU vs. Minnesota or San Diego (Men's Tennis)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Berkeley, Calif. (Hellman Tennis Complex)
TBA
[Event Website]Powerpoint:
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
1:00 PM
Meets once for a one-hour session.Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classesMaterial covered: Learn how to develop PowerPoint slide presentations using various backgrounds, charts, and text animations. Walk-in sign-up begins Tuesday, January 3, at9:00 am.; Telephone Sign-Up begins at 10:00 am.Call 981-1028 to register or for more information..… [Event Website]High Flying Mardi Gras Flag Craft
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
4:00 PM
Students ages 5 - 12 will create a colorful Mardi Grasflag with a shiny crown, feathers, and lots of sparklingsequins. Preregister your child by calling the librarylocation nearest you beginning Monday, January 9.Youngsville Jan 18 3:30 856-9385Milton Jan 19 3:30 856-5261Jefferson St. Jan 26 4:00 261-5779South Reg Jan 30 4:00 981-1028Take It and Make It Craft:Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It craft kit, whilesupplies last, during the week of January 23-27 at thefollowing library locati… [Event Website]Chenier Story Times
by: Lafayette Public LibraryChenier Branch
10:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration is required but groups need to call (337)291-2941 to insure available space. [Event Website]Powerpoint:
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
9:30 AM
Meets once for a one-hour session.Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classesMaterial covered: Learn how to develop PowerPoint slide presentations using various backgrounds, charts, and text animations. Walk-in sign-up begins Tuesday, January 3, at9:00 am.; Telephone Sign-Up begins at 10:00 am.Call 981-1028 to register or for more information..… [Event Website]High Flying Mardi Gras Flag Craft
by: Cal EditorSouth Regional Library
4:00pm
Students ages 512 will create a colorful Mardi Gras flag with a shiny crown, feathers, and lots of sparkling sequins. Preregister your child by calling the South Regional Library at 981-1028.01/30/2012 - Ribbon Cutting: Associated Design Group
by: Chamber of CommerceRibbon Cutting: Associated Design Group [Event Website]
UL Black History Month Kickoff with Ernest Gaines
by: Cal EditorUL Student Union Ballroom, UL Campus
6:00pm
Admission: Free
UL Lafayette will pay tribute to renowned author and UL Lafayette writer-in-residence emeritus Ernest Gaines during its seventh annual Black History kickoff celebration. Gains will hold a special question-and-answer session with guests. The event will also feature performances by actor Roger J. Timber who will portray Gaines as a young boy and as an adult as well as certain characters from two of Gaines books: The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pitmann and A Lesson Before Dying. … [Event Website]From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II
by: Cal EditorAcA Side Gallery
From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine: Part II focuses on the painting, sculpture and ceramic works in the collection of Burnell Lemoine. He began collecting works in the late 1960s while working as a middle school social studies and language arts teacher in Lafourche Parish public schools. Lemoine amassed more than 1200 individual works of art over the last 40 plus years of which more than 25 works are on display here. In his quest for discovering new works, he often became friendly with artists and the… [Event Website]Reflections by Wess Koon
by: Cal EditorAcA Vault Gallery
Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]Mardi Gras Exhibit
by: LCVC1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February.Celebrate Recovery Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-step program to help with the hurts, habits, and hang-ups of life. Celebrate Recovery has separate groups for men and women who are chemically dependent, as well as groups for those who are struggling with codependency. A group is also offered for women who have been impacted by abuse as adults or as children. Celebrate Recovery is an on-going weekly ministry and groups meet each Sunday at 4:45 p.m. … [Event Website]DivorceCare for Kids Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare for Kids helps children heal from the hurt caused by the separation or divorce of their parents. Designed for ages 5-12, each session combines games, story time, dvd dramas, group discussion, music, crafts, and more. Children are engaged and active while participating in a DivorceCare for Kids group. Children make friends with other kids who understand the things they are going through because of the divorce of their parents. This group will meet beginning January 22 each Sunday at 4:00 p.m. f… [Event Website]DivorceCare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare is for those who are going through the pain of a separation or divorce. The group is led by others who understand the feelings and emotions following a divorce, and who are able to offer encouragement. In DivorceCare people learn to deal with the past and look forward to rebuilding their lives. … [Event Website]GriefShare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
GriefShare is for those who are grieving the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend. In small group discussions participants interact with others who have experienced a recent loss, and learn from their experiences. Each session includes a video with dramatic reenactments about living with grief, real-life stories from people who have experienced losses, or encouragement from experts on grief recovery. … [Event Website]Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]
Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Vote Lafayette as The South's Tastiest Town
by: Cal EditorSouthern Living Magazine
Vote for Lafayette in Southern Living's The South's Tastiest Town Awards.
[Event Website]
Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries
by: LCVCLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.
Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C
This 7,000 square foot exhibit rethinks preconceptions about how dinosaurs lived and eventually died. Filled with full skeletal casts, interactives and a full-scale diarama, this exhibit will shed new light on prehistory as we know it. [Event Website]Uros House by Grimanesa Amoros
by: LCVCUniversity Art Museum, 710 E. St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette.
Tu-Th 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; F 9 a.m.-noon; Sa 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
This 12 foot sculpture is inspired by structures built by the Uros Indians in Peru in which the artist makes use of sculpture, video and lighting to create works that illuminate our notions of personal identity and community. [Event Website]Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing
by: Chorale AcadiennePetroleum Club,111 Heymann Blvd., Lafayette, LA
6:30pm
Admission: $75.00
Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing. Join us for a wonderful meal and beautiful music sung by Acadiana's own Chorale Acadienne. Musical selections will have you humming along and tapping your feet. Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Call 349-5342 or go to ca@choraleacadienne.comCyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Tuesday, Jan 31, 2012
A Tale of Two Mardi Gras
by: Cal EditorVermilionville Performance Center
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: Free
Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: $10, $6
Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. …
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Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
4:00 PM
For all agesSTORY TIME is a special time for families toenjoy stories together. Check out the variousprograms at the different library locations listedin this calendar. [Event Website]S. Regional Toddler Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
10:30 AM
Fifteen-minute story sessions geared to children 18-35 months.Adults must accompany toddlers. [Event Website]Broussard Branch Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryBroussard Branch
10:00 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration is required but groups need to call(337) 837-3936 to insure available space. [Event Website]S. Regional Baby Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
9:30 AM
Baby Time is designed to introducemothers, fathers, or caregivers and babiesages 9-18 months to nursery rhymes, songs,fingerplays, and early literacy information.To preregister or for info, call 988-3412. [Event Website]Auditions for Cinderella
by: Cal EditorGrand Opera House of the South
6:00pm
Auditions for The Acadia Players Production of Rodgers & Hammersteins Cinderella will be held at The Grand Opera House of the South in Crowley,LA, January 29, 2012 from 1p.m. To 3:30p.m. and January 30 & 31, 2012 from 6 to 8:30 pm. Casting will include approximately 7 women, 4 men, 12 extras ages 12 and up and a Young Cinderella age 12 to 14. Children must be age 12 as of February 1, 2012.
Those wishing to audition must arrive by 5:30 pm to complete the required paperwork and be prepared to take a headshot. Please come prepared with a song of choice acapella, with recording(karaoke), or sheet music 16 measures minimum.
Performances will be held at The Grand Opera House of the South June 14-17, 2012.
Rehearsal schedule will be given at auditions.
For audition and performance information, contact Logan Frederick 337-523-5007 or at lgfred2011@yahoo.com
UL School of Music presents Guest Artist Recitals
by: Cal EditorDucrest-Gilfry Auditorium at Angelle Hall, UL Campus
7:30pm
Admission: Free
The UL Lafayette School of Music and Performing Arts will present a guest artist recital by Carol Lines, soprano and Megan Reilly, pianist in the Ducrest-Gilfry Auditorium in Angelle Hall on the campus of the UL Lafayette campus. The performance is free to the public. Call 482-6012 for more information.
Imago Theater - ZOOZOO
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts7:00 PM - 10:00 PM CST
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012.
[Event Website]
ZooZoo, presented by Imago Theatre
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012. [Event Website]
AcA Presents Imago Theatres ZooZoo a Circus, a Zoo and a World
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012. [Event Website]
Louisiana Crossroads: Joel Savoy's Honky Tonk Merry-Go-Round
by: Cal EditorAcA James D. Moncus Theatre
7:30pm
Admission: $25, $20, $15
Louisiana and Texas are more than just neighbors with a shared border. In fact, down in south Louisiana and east Texas, the states have also shared, exchanged and even intertwined music and instruments for a sound all its own. Theres a history here and it will be presented come January in the next installment of Louisiana Crossroads with Joel Savoy's Honky Tonk Merry-Go-Round & Special Guests set for Jan. 31, 2013 through Feb. 1, in Lafayette.… [Event Website]AcA Presents Student Exhibitions in the ArtHouse/Circle Gallery
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, February 14, 2012. [Event Website]
From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II
by: Cal EditorAcA Side Gallery
From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine: Part II focuses on the painting, sculpture and ceramic works in the collection of Burnell Lemoine. He began collecting works in the late 1960s while working as a middle school social studies and language arts teacher in Lafourche Parish public schools. Lemoine amassed more than 1200 individual works of art over the last 40 plus years of which more than 25 works are on display here. In his quest for discovering new works, he often became friendly with artists and the… [Event Website]Reflections by Wess Koon
by: Cal EditorAcA Vault Gallery
Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]Mardi Gras Exhibit
by: LCVC1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February.Transitions Through the Grief of Losing a Child
by: Cal EditorHospice of Acadiana Conference Center
Beginning in January we will have a six-week support group for those grieving the loss of a child. A time to share with and learn from others will be provided. Topics Include: emotions of grief, self-care memories, finding support, creative coping, journeying on. The meetings be held in the Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center. Please call 337-232-1234 for details and to register.Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard
by: Acadiana Center for the ArtsFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]
Celebrate Recovery Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-step program to help with the hurts, habits, and hang-ups of life. Celebrate Recovery has separate groups for men and women who are chemically dependent, as well as groups for those who are struggling with codependency. A group is also offered for women who have been impacted by abuse as adults or as children. Celebrate Recovery is an on-going weekly ministry and groups meet each Sunday at 4:45 p.m. … [Event Website]DivorceCare for Kids Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare for Kids helps children heal from the hurt caused by the separation or divorce of their parents. Designed for ages 5-12, each session combines games, story time, dvd dramas, group discussion, music, crafts, and more. Children are engaged and active while participating in a DivorceCare for Kids group. Children make friends with other kids who understand the things they are going through because of the divorce of their parents. This group will meet beginning January 22 each Sunday at 4:00 p.m. f… [Event Website]DivorceCare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare is for those who are going through the pain of a separation or divorce. The group is led by others who understand the feelings and emotions following a divorce, and who are able to offer encouragement. In DivorceCare people learn to deal with the past and look forward to rebuilding their lives. … [Event Website]GriefShare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
GriefShare is for those who are grieving the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend. In small group discussions participants interact with others who have experienced a recent loss, and learn from their experiences. Each session includes a video with dramatic reenactments about living with grief, real-life stories from people who have experienced losses, or encouragement from experts on grief recovery. … [Event Website]Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Vote Lafayette as The South's Tastiest Town
by: Cal EditorSouthern Living Magazine
Vote for Lafayette in Southern Living's The South's Tastiest Town Awards.
[Event Website]
Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries
by: LCVCLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.
Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C
This 7,000 square foot exhibit rethinks preconceptions about how dinosaurs lived and eventually died. Filled with full skeletal casts, interactives and a full-scale diarama, this exhibit will shed new light on prehistory as we know it. [Event Website]Uros House by Grimanesa Amoros
by: LCVCUniversity Art Museum, 710 E. St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette.
Tu-Th 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; F 9 a.m.-noon; Sa 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
This 12 foot sculpture is inspired by structures built by the Uros Indians in Peru in which the artist makes use of sculpture, video and lighting to create works that illuminate our notions of personal identity and community. [Event Website]Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing
by: Chorale AcadiennePetroleum Club,111 Heymann Blvd., Lafayette, LA
6:30pm
Admission: $75.00
Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing. Join us for a wonderful meal and beautiful music sung by Acadiana's own Chorale Acadienne. Musical selections will have you humming along and tapping your feet. Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Call 349-5342 or go to ca@choraleacadienne.comCyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Wednesday, Feb 1, 2012
Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House
by: Cal EditorAlexander Mouton House
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]A Tale of Two Mardi Gras
by: Cal EditorVermilionville Performance Center
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: Free
Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: $10, $6
Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. …
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Regular Board Meeting
by: Lafayette Parish School System11:30 AM
02/01/12 5:30pm Regular Board Meeting The agenda for this meeting and minutes of previous meetings can be found at esb.lpssonline.com [Event Website]LEDA Networking Luncheon
by: LEDA11:30 AM
Are you looking for an inexpensive way to market your business and network with others? The LEDA Networking Luncheon offers you the chance to get your word out to over a hundred people, all for the cost of a buffet lunch ($15). Each month several guest speakers from local businesses get the chance to give a three-minute presentation to promote their products or services. We also pass around the “roaming mic," and everyone in the audience has the opportunity to stand up and tell us their name and the name… [Event Website]Going Gray and Looking Gorgeous
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
6:30 PM
Professional hair and personal stylist SusanPalumbo will help women transition the phaseof life when graying. She will address hairstyles that flatter face shapes, wardrobe colors,skin care, make-up, and psychological factors. She willhold three fun and informative sessions which requirepreregistration. Preregistered patrons attend all three sessions.You may preregister by phone, 981-1028, or online atlafayettepubliclibrary.org beginning Tuesday, January 3, at9:00 am. Dates: Wednesdays, January 18, 25, February 16… [Event Website]S. Regional Bedtime Stories
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
6:00 PM
This program is a nighttime version of Family Story Time.No preregistration required. Bedtime Stories: 6:00 pmThese other story times will be in French ...January: 18February: 1, and 15. [Event Website]NRL Teen Poetry Night
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
6:00 PM
For all young poets out there whowould like to speak their minds,this night is for you. Join the spokenword group, Project SOUND, for anight filled with reading, writing, andexpressing yourself through poetry.This poetry night is for ages 13–18.For more information, call the NorthRegional Library at 896-6323.… [Event Website]S. Regional Toddler Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
10:30 AM
Fifteen-minute story sessions geared to children 18-35 months.Adults must accompany toddlers. [Event Website]S. Regional Baby Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
9:30 AM
Baby Time is designed to introducemothers, fathers, or caregivers and babiesages 9-18 months to nursery rhymes, songs,fingerplays, and early literacy information.To preregister or for info, call 988-3412. [Event Website]Going Gray and Looking Gorgeous
by: Cal EditorSouth Regional Library Meeting Room
6:30pm-8:30pm
Professional hair and personal stylist Susan Palumbo will help women transition the phase of life when graying. She will address hair styles that flatter face shapes, wardrobe colors, skin care, make-up, and psychological factors. She will hold three fun and informative sessions which require preregistration. Preregistered patrons attend all three sessions. You may preregister by phone at 981-1028 or by going online.… [Event Website]"Cinderella" Open Audition
by: Cal EditorGrand Opera House of the South
6:00pm
Auditions for The Acadia Players Production of Rodgers & Hammersteins Cinderella will be held at The Grand Opera House of the South in Crowley,LA, January 29, 2012 from 1p.m. To 3:30p.m. and January 30 & 31, 2012 from 6 to 8:30 pm. Casting will include approximately 7 women, 4 men, 12 extras ages 12 and up and a Young Cinderella age 12 to 14. Children must be age 12 as of February 1, 2012.
Those wishing to audition must arrive by 5:30 pm to complete the required paperwork and be prepared to take a headshot. Please come prepared with a song of choice acapella, with recording(karaoke), or sheet music 16 measures minimum.
Performances will be held at The Grand Opera House of the South June 14-17, 2012.
Rehearsal schedule will be given at auditions.
For audition and performance information, contact Logan Frederick 337-523-5007 or at lgfred2011@yahoo.com
Business Opportunities in Thailand Luncheon
by: Cal EditorPetroleum Club, Oil Center
11:30am
Admission: $20
The New Orleans U.S. Export Assistance Center and Le Centre International de Lafayette, the international trade division of the Lafayette Consolidated Government, cordially invite you to a luncheon about trade opportunities in Thailand.Ms. Wanwemol Charukultharvash, Commercial Specialist at the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand, will discuss the Thai market and current opportunities for Louisiana companies as well as best methods for doing business in this vibrant economy. The U.S. Commercial Service in Thailand also has regional coverage for both Laos and Cambodia. There are a limited number of seats available, and advance registration is required for this event, along with a payment of $20 per person. For more information or directions to the venue, please contact: Delilah DeSouza, Senior International Trade Specialist, New Orleans U.S. Export Assistance Center, U.S. Commercial Service - Tel: 504-915-3301 / Delilah.desouza@trade.gov or Vanessa Paredes, International Business Specialist, Le Centre International de Lafayette, Tel: 337-291-5487 / vparedes@lafayettela.gov02/01/2012 - Ribbon Cutting: Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospit
by: Chamber of CommerceRibbon Cutting: Lafayette Surgical Specialty Hospital [Event Website]
Black Superheroes: An Exhibit of Comic Books
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
Library patrons will be able to view covers or interior artwork of selected comic books in order to gain an appreciation of these worksExhibit Dates: February 1-29 [Event Website]Filming of the movie "Middle Man"
by: Cal EditorEl Sid O's Zydeco & Blues Club, 1523 N. St. Antoine
7:00pm
Admission: Free
Visit El Sid O's and be a part of Dat Tim's comedy "Middle Man" for the filming of the club scene. For more information contact the Middle Man staff at 337-240-6072. [Event Website][L] Women's Basketball vs Denver
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsEarl K. Long Gym
7:00 PM
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gt;>>Louisiana and Denver will be going head-to-head for the 25th time in the history of the two programs Wednesday night in Denver.>>>The Pioneers won the previous game between the two schools 76-39 back on Feb 1. Denver had four players finish in double-figures, while the Cajuns had four players with six points.>>>The Cajuns were outrebound 44-29 in the last meeting and were held to 27 percent shooing in the contest.>>>Both teams come in seeking to snap their current losing steaks. Denver has dropped their last…
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Imago Theater - ZOOZOO
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts7:00 PM - 10:00 PM CST
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012.
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ZooZoo, presented by Imago Theatre
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012. [Event Website]
AcA Presents Imago Theatres ZooZoo a Circus, a Zoo and a World
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012. [Event Website]
Louisiana Crossroads: Joel Savoy's Honky Tonk Merry-Go-Round
by: Cal EditorAcA James D. Moncus Theatre
7:30pm
Admission: $25, $20, $15
Louisiana and Texas are more than just neighbors with a shared border. In fact, down in south Louisiana and east Texas, the states have also shared, exchanged and even intertwined music and instruments for a sound all its own. Theres a history here and it will be presented come January in the next installment of Louisiana Crossroads with Joel Savoy's Honky Tonk Merry-Go-Round & Special Guests set for Jan. 31, 2013 through Feb. 1, in Lafayette.… [Event Website]AcA Presents Student Exhibitions in the ArtHouse/Circle Gallery
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, February 14, 2012. [Event Website]
From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II
by: Cal EditorAcA Side Gallery
From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine: Part II focuses on the painting, sculpture and ceramic works in the collection of Burnell Lemoine. He began collecting works in the late 1960s while working as a middle school social studies and language arts teacher in Lafourche Parish public schools. Lemoine amassed more than 1200 individual works of art over the last 40 plus years of which more than 25 works are on display here. In his quest for discovering new works, he often became friendly with artists and the… [Event Website]Jeanerette Historic Preservation Foundation BBQ Fundraiser
by: Cal EditorJeanerette Chamber of Commerce office, 1503 Main St., Jeanerette
Admission: $8
The Jeanerette Historic Preservation Foundation is holding a barbecue chicken dinner fundraiser on Sunday, March 11. Dinner tickets are $8 each and include a half of barbecue chicken, rice dressing and beans. Tickets are available at the chamber office or the Ward Eight Recreation Center. The foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the cultural and architectural preservation of Jeanerette. For more information or tickets call 276-4293.Reflections by Wess Koon
by: Cal EditorAcA Vault Gallery
Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]Mardi Gras Exhibit
by: LCVC1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February.Four Artistic Visions exhibit
by: Cal EditorOpelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas
In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]Transitions Through the Grief of Losing a Child
by: Cal EditorHospice of Acadiana Conference Center
Beginning in January we will have a six-week support group for those grieving the loss of a child. A time to share with and learn from others will be provided. Topics Include: emotions of grief, self-care memories, finding support, creative coping, journeying on. The meetings be held in the Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center. Please call 337-232-1234 for details and to register.Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard
by: Acadiana Center for the ArtsFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]
Celebrate Recovery Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-step program to help with the hurts, habits, and hang-ups of life. Celebrate Recovery has separate groups for men and women who are chemically dependent, as well as groups for those who are struggling with codependency. A group is also offered for women who have been impacted by abuse as adults or as children. Celebrate Recovery is an on-going weekly ministry and groups meet each Sunday at 4:45 p.m. … [Event Website]DivorceCare for Kids Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare for Kids helps children heal from the hurt caused by the separation or divorce of their parents. Designed for ages 5-12, each session combines games, story time, dvd dramas, group discussion, music, crafts, and more. Children are engaged and active while participating in a DivorceCare for Kids group. Children make friends with other kids who understand the things they are going through because of the divorce of their parents. This group will meet beginning January 22 each Sunday at 4:00 p.m. f… [Event Website]DivorceCare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare is for those who are going through the pain of a separation or divorce. The group is led by others who understand the feelings and emotions following a divorce, and who are able to offer encouragement. In DivorceCare people learn to deal with the past and look forward to rebuilding their lives. … [Event Website]GriefShare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
GriefShare is for those who are grieving the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend. In small group discussions participants interact with others who have experienced a recent loss, and learn from their experiences. Each session includes a video with dramatic reenactments about living with grief, real-life stories from people who have experienced losses, or encouragement from experts on grief recovery. … [Event Website]Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries
by: LCVCLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.
Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C
This 7,000 square foot exhibit rethinks preconceptions about how dinosaurs lived and eventually died. Filled with full skeletal casts, interactives and a full-scale diarama, this exhibit will shed new light on prehistory as we know it. [Event Website]Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing
by: Chorale AcadiennePetroleum Club,111 Heymann Blvd., Lafayette, LA
6:30pm
Admission: $75.00
Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing. Join us for a wonderful meal and beautiful music sung by Acadiana's own Chorale Acadienne. Musical selections will have you humming along and tapping your feet. Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Call 349-5342 or go to ca@choraleacadienne.comCyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Thursday, Feb 2, 2012
Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House
by: Cal EditorAlexander Mouton House
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]A Tale of Two Mardi Gras
by: Cal EditorVermilionville Performance Center
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: Free
Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: $10, $6
Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. …
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Ballet Memphis
by: Performing Arts Society of AcadianaHeymann Performing Arts Center
7:30 pm
Admission: $40, $35, & $25 plus
Thu, Feb 2, 2012 7:30 pm Heymann Performing Arts Center Lafayette, LA:The prestigious Ford Foundation calls Ballet Memphis a must-see troupe and a national treasure of the cultural world. Against an eclectic musical backdrop of Roy Orbison, Mozart and Philip Glass, Ballet Memphis and its dozen dancers will perform S'Epanouir and In Dreams on PASA's main stage. Whether your taste is for the classic or the modern, the groundbreaking or the fairytale, the outstanding joys or the ones hidden in your heart, Bal…
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LSU vs. Florida (Women's Basketball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)
6:00 PM
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by: LCVCBoulingy Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
7:30 a.m.
Admission: Free
Pierre C. Shadeaux, our Cajun Ground Hog "No Wait He Is A Nutria!" will come out to tell Acadiana if winter will leave shortly or stick around for six more weeks. Shadeaux or no Shadeaux no one knows till Pierre C. lets us know what he sees when he ventures from his Cajun cottage after his first cup of coffee promptly at 7:30 a.m.LSU vs. Clemson (Men's Tennis)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. ('Dub' Robinson Stadium)
1:00 PM
[Event Website]Movie Night for Adults: Shaft
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
6:00 PM
In honor of Black History Month, and just in time for the Oscar season, the South Regional Library offers free showings of five films, spanning the 1960s to the present, that mark record achievements for African American actors and filmmakers.Thursday, February 2 at 6:00 pmShaft [1971, 100 minutes, Rated R]This classic crime thriller features Isaac HayesOscar-winning theme song, the first Original Songaward for a black composer.…
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Awesome African Masks Craft
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
4:00 PM
In honor of Black History Month, students,ages 5 - 12 years, will make an African-style mask and decorate it with yarn and beads. Preregistration begins Monday, January 23. To preregister, call the South Regional Library at 981-1028. At all of the other nine Lafayette Public Library locations, Take-It-and-Make-It craft kits will be distributed during the week of February 27 through March 2.… [Event Website]South Regional Family Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
10:30 AM
Family Story Time includes storytelling, music, and educational activities for all ages. No preregistration required. [Event Website]Milton Branch Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryMilton Branch
10:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration required but groups need to call (337)856-5261 to insure available space. [Event Website]Story Castle
by: Lafayette Public LibraryJefferson St Library at Children's Department
10:30 AM
Story Castle is for children 3 through 6 year olds and an accompanying adult. [Event Website]Youngsville Branch Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryYoungsville Branch
9:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration required but groups need to call [337]856-9385ahead to insure available space. [Event Website]02/02/2012 - Annual Banquet 2012
by: Chamber of Commerce2011 has been a great year for Lafayette. We'll celebrate our successes as both a Chamber of Commerce and a community at the Annual Banquet the evening of February 2, 2012, at the CAJUNDOME Convention Center. Joining us as we Celebrate Lafayette will be keynote speaker Gary Luquette, President of Chevron North America Exploration and Production Co. As noted by the 2012 Chamber Chairman, Jerry Greig, Mr. Luquette's attendance is a tribute to Chevron's commitment to our community. C… [Event Website]
Visual Presentation by Lynda Frese with poetry by Darrell Bourqu
by: Cal EditorCasa Azul Gifts, 232 ML King Drive, Grand Coteau
7:00pm-9:30pm
Admission: Free
CONTACT: Patrice Melnick, Casa Azul: (337) 662-1032 or festivalwords@gmail.com Casa Azul Gifts in Grand Coteau visual artist Lynda Frese will give a talk followed by a book signing for her new publication Pacha Mama: earth realm. The artist will share recent images from the Peruvian Amazon and other off-the-grid experiences that helped shape the environmental themes of her work. She will discuss the significance and process of using egg tempera paints, employed by Renaissance artists, to create jewel-like skins over her collaged photographs. The poet Darrell Bourque will read poetry from the book. For more information contact Patrice at (337) 662-1032 or festivalwords@gmail.com.Lourdes Health & Wellness Fair
by: Cal EditorComeaux Recreation Center - Magnolia Room Beaullieu Park, 411 W. Bluebird Drive
8:00am-11:00am
The fair, designed for those who are 65 and older, will offer free health and wellness screenings for cholesterol/blood pressure/stroke/Osteoporosis/kidney disease as well as health experts to discuss diabetes, fitness and nutrition. Overnight fasting is required for the cholesterol screening; mailed results will report total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, and glucose and will be administered while supplies last. Sponsored by Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center and Lafayette Parks & Recreation Department. For more information contact Meg Chase, Community Relations, Our Lady of Lourdes, 337-470-4109 or email Info@LourdesRMC.com.Wine Dinner at Bonnie Bell's Bistro
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedBonnie Bell's Bistro
9:00 PM
Thursday, February 02, 2012 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. [Event Website]IPL Hardware Hearts
by: Cal EditorIberia Parish Main Library, 445 E. Main St., New Iberia
6:30pm
Calling all teens for a different kind of valentine craft this Valentines Day. The Iberia Parish Library is hosting a Hardware Hearts workshop for all teens ages 12-17. These heart crafts will be constructed from nails, metal wire, and many other hardware items. This craft is not for the faint of heart! All you need to bring is a friend and your savvy craftsmanship. The workshop will be held at the Main Library on Thursday, February 2 at 6:30 p.m. You must register, so make sure to call the Main Library … [Event Website][W] Men's Basketball vs Denver
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsCajundome
7:05 PM
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gt;>> The Ragin’ Cajuns men’s basketball team begins the final month of the regular season on Thursday hosting Denver at the Cajundome. It’s a matchup pitting two teams at 6-3 in Sun Belt play seeking to move within one-half game of SBC West leader UALR.>>> The Ragin' Cajuns are coming off their first 2-0 week of the Sun Belt slate after a home win over North Texas (W, 64-62) on Wednesday and road win at La.-Monroe (W, 67-60) on Saturday.>>> With a win, UL would equal its season-best w…
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Tune & Jam with Mitch Reed & Steve Riley
by: Cal EditorThe Front Room, 1301 Ave. A, Scott
6:00pm-8:00pm
Admission: $15
Steve Riley and Mitch Reed team up to offer this unique Cajun music class. One song is taught with Steve instructing the accordion players and Mitch teaching the fiddlers. At the end of the lesson both classes get together to Jam on the new tune. This is a great way to learn about Cajun music in a fun and relaxed atmosphere from two of the best teachers playing in Acadiana today. For more information contact Mitch Reed at 337-258-2333. … [Event Website]Beginner Fiddle Class
by: Cal EditorThe Front Room, 1301 Ave. A, Scott
6:00pm-8:00pm
Admission: Free
This class is for fiddlers who can play a song or two and want to learn more tunes at a fun and relaxed pace. For more information or to enroll contact Mitch Reed at 337-258-2333. [Event Website]Fiddle for Kids
by: Cal EditorThe Front Room, 1301 Ave. A, Scott
5:00pm-5:45pm
Admission: $15
Kids with a variety of fiddling abilities learn to play new tunes while discovering diverse musical genres. For more information or to enroll contact Mitch Reed at 337-258-2333. [Event Website]Artworks in Writing
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited7:00 PM
Thursday, February 02, 2012 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. [Event Website]Once Upon A Mattress
by: Cal EditorLafayette High School Auditorium
7:00pm
Admission: $10
See Lafayette High School's 41st annual production of the Broadway musical "Once Upon a Mattress." For more information call 337-981-2935. [Event Website]AcA Presents Student Exhibitions in the ArtHouse/Circle Gallery
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, February 14, 2012. [Event Website]
From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II
by: Cal EditorAcA Side Gallery
From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine: Part II focuses on the painting, sculpture and ceramic works in the collection of Burnell Lemoine. He began collecting works in the late 1960s while working as a middle school social studies and language arts teacher in Lafourche Parish public schools. Lemoine amassed more than 1200 individual works of art over the last 40 plus years of which more than 25 works are on display here. In his quest for discovering new works, he often became friendly with artists and the… [Event Website]Jeanerette Historic Preservation Foundation BBQ Fundraiser
by: Cal EditorJeanerette Chamber of Commerce office, 1503 Main St., Jeanerette
Admission: $8
The Jeanerette Historic Preservation Foundation is holding a barbecue chicken dinner fundraiser on Sunday, March 11. Dinner tickets are $8 each and include a half of barbecue chicken, rice dressing and beans. Tickets are available at the chamber office or the Ward Eight Recreation Center. The foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the cultural and architectural preservation of Jeanerette. For more information or tickets call 276-4293.Reflections by Wess Koon
by: Cal EditorAcA Vault Gallery
Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]Mardi Gras Exhibit
by: LCVC1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February.Four Artistic Visions exhibit
by: Cal EditorOpelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas
In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]Transitions Through the Grief of Losing a Child
by: Cal EditorHospice of Acadiana Conference Center
Beginning in January we will have a six-week support group for those grieving the loss of a child. A time to share with and learn from others will be provided. Topics Include: emotions of grief, self-care memories, finding support, creative coping, journeying on. The meetings be held in the Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center. Please call 337-232-1234 for details and to register.Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard
by: Acadiana Center for the ArtsFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]
Celebrate Recovery Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-step program to help with the hurts, habits, and hang-ups of life. Celebrate Recovery has separate groups for men and women who are chemically dependent, as well as groups for those who are struggling with codependency. A group is also offered for women who have been impacted by abuse as adults or as children. Celebrate Recovery is an on-going weekly ministry and groups meet each Sunday at 4:45 p.m. … [Event Website]DivorceCare for Kids Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare for Kids helps children heal from the hurt caused by the separation or divorce of their parents. Designed for ages 5-12, each session combines games, story time, dvd dramas, group discussion, music, crafts, and more. Children are engaged and active while participating in a DivorceCare for Kids group. Children make friends with other kids who understand the things they are going through because of the divorce of their parents. This group will meet beginning January 22 each Sunday at 4:00 p.m. f… [Event Website]DivorceCare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare is for those who are going through the pain of a separation or divorce. The group is led by others who understand the feelings and emotions following a divorce, and who are able to offer encouragement. In DivorceCare people learn to deal with the past and look forward to rebuilding their lives. … [Event Website]GriefShare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
GriefShare is for those who are grieving the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend. In small group discussions participants interact with others who have experienced a recent loss, and learn from their experiences. Each session includes a video with dramatic reenactments about living with grief, real-life stories from people who have experienced losses, or encouragement from experts on grief recovery. … [Event Website]Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries
by: LCVCLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.
Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C
This 7,000 square foot exhibit rethinks preconceptions about how dinosaurs lived and eventually died. Filled with full skeletal casts, interactives and a full-scale diarama, this exhibit will shed new light on prehistory as we know it. [Event Website]Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing
by: Chorale AcadiennePetroleum Club,111 Heymann Blvd., Lafayette, LA
6:30pm
Admission: $75.00
Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing. Join us for a wonderful meal and beautiful music sung by Acadiana's own Chorale Acadienne. Musical selections will have you humming along and tapping your feet. Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Call 349-5342 or go to ca@choraleacadienne.comCyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Friday, Feb 3, 2012
Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House
by: Cal EditorAlexander Mouton House
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]A Tale of Two Mardi Gras
by: Cal EditorVermilionville Performance Center
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: Free
Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: $10, $6
Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. …
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Krewe of Andalusia Mardi Gras Parade
by: LCVCDowntown New Iberia
6:30 p.m.--till
Admission: No
Mardi Gras Parade, w/Marching Bands, Dance Groups, Mardi Gras Royalty.LSU vs. Kentucky (Gymnastics)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)
7:00 PM
[Event Website]LSU at New Balance Invitational (IN) (Day 1) (Track and Field)
by: Louisiana State University SportsAway: New York, N.Y. (New Balance Track & Field Center)
TBA
[Event Website]Krewe des Chiens - People Ball
by: LCVCAbacus, Lafayette
7 p.m.
Admission: $45 per person
[Event Website]Matt Maher in Concert
by: Heymann CenterHeymann Performing Arts Center / Lafayette
07:30 PM
Christian singer and songwriter Matt Maher will be in concert for one night only at the Heymann Performing Arts Center. Mr. Maher is well known for the songs he has written such as Alive Again, Your Grace is Enough and As it is in Heaven. Opening for Mr. Maher is Audrey Assad. Come out to the Heymann to see these amazing artists and hear their inspirational and uplifting music.… [Event Website]Powerpoint:
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
9:30 AM
Meets once for a one-hour session.Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classesMaterial covered: Learn how to develop PowerPoint slide presentations using various backgrounds, charts, and text animations. Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Tuesday,January 3, at 9:00 am. Call 896-6323 to register orfor more information.… [Event Website]
Connections Networking - A Conversion Experience
by: Cal EditorBuffet City, 120 Curran Lane
12:00pm
Arlene Hebert will be the guest speaker at the Connections Womens Networking Group meeting. She will share her conversion experience from a registered nurse to a very successful author of childrens books. Please join us for a wonderful networking experience. Networking begins at 11:30 a.m. For reservations, call 236-8252 by 12:00 noon on Thursday, February 2, 2012.02/03/2012 - Ribbon Cutting: CJM Investments - McDonalds
by: Chamber of CommerceRibbon Cutting: CJM Investments - McDonalds [Event Website]
Boys & Girls Club Running of the Ducks
by: Cal EditorThe Shed BBQ & Blues Joint, Scott
5:00pm-9:30pm
Join the Boys & Girls Club of Acadiana for fun, food and drinks. There will also be entertainment by Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band. For more information or call 268-9555 or email dardoin@bgcacadiana.com or ebrunson@bgcacadiana.com[N] Track and Field at Jeff Davis Bank Invite
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsLake Charles, La.
12:00 AM
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The Ragin’ Cajuns men’s and women’s track and field teams travel west on Interstate 10 on Friday to take part in their second meet of the 2012 season on the McNeese State campus in Lake Charles. Louisiana, which opened the season with the McNeese Cowboy Indoor on Jan. 13, is taking part in the Jeff Davis/McNeese II indoor track and field meet in the Ralph O. Ward Rec-Complex. The meet is scheduled to get underway at 1 p.m., with the start of field events. Running events begin at 4 p.m. w…
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02/03/2012 - Ground Breaking: Affiliated Center for the Blind -
by: Chamber of CommerceGround Breaking: Affiliated Center of the Blind - Daigle House [Event Website]
First Fridays with Lee Tedrow
by: Cal EditorSt. Landry Parish Visitor Information Center, Opelousas
11:00am-2:00pm
Wood artist Lee Tedrow kicks off the 2012 edition of First Fridays with a Little Lagniappe, the arts series from the St. Landry Parish Tourist Commission.Using reclaimed and recycled material, Tedrow is building wood benches that will be used in the Visitor Center. For more information on these programs, call the St. Landry Parish Tourist Commission at (337) 948-8004.… [Event Website]"Race" by David Mamet
by: Cal EditorCite Des Arts
7:30pm
Admission: $10
Loren Farmer and the Eavesdrop Theatre will produce the tense new drama by David Mamet called "Race" at Cit des Arts on February 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, & 12. Evening performances will be at 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinees will be at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Cit des Arts, 337-291-1122, go to www.citedesarts.org or purchase at the door. David Mamet tackles Americas most controversial topic in a provocative new tale of sex, guilt, and bold accusation. Two law… [Event Website]Once Upon A Mattress
by: Cal EditorLafayette High School Auditorium
7:00pm
Admission: $10
See Lafayette High School's 41st annual production of the Broadway musical "Once Upon a Mattress." For more information call 337-981-2935. [Event Website]AcA Presents Student Exhibitions in the ArtHouse/Circle Gallery
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, February 14, 2012. [Event Website]
From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II
by: Cal EditorAcA Side Gallery
From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine: Part II focuses on the painting, sculpture and ceramic works in the collection of Burnell Lemoine. He began collecting works in the late 1960s while working as a middle school social studies and language arts teacher in Lafourche Parish public schools. Lemoine amassed more than 1200 individual works of art over the last 40 plus years of which more than 25 works are on display here. In his quest for discovering new works, he often became friendly with artists and the… [Event Website]Jeanerette Historic Preservation Foundation BBQ Fundraiser
by: Cal EditorJeanerette Chamber of Commerce office, 1503 Main St., Jeanerette
Admission: $8
The Jeanerette Historic Preservation Foundation is holding a barbecue chicken dinner fundraiser on Sunday, March 11. Dinner tickets are $8 each and include a half of barbecue chicken, rice dressing and beans. Tickets are available at the chamber office or the Ward Eight Recreation Center. The foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the cultural and architectural preservation of Jeanerette. For more information or tickets call 276-4293.Reflections by Wess Koon
by: Cal EditorAcA Vault Gallery
Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]Mardi Gras Exhibit
by: LCVC1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February.Four Artistic Visions exhibit
by: Cal EditorOpelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas
In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]Transitions Through the Grief of Losing a Child
by: Cal EditorHospice of Acadiana Conference Center
Beginning in January we will have a six-week support group for those grieving the loss of a child. A time to share with and learn from others will be provided. Topics Include: emotions of grief, self-care memories, finding support, creative coping, journeying on. The meetings be held in the Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center. Please call 337-232-1234 for details and to register.Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard
by: Acadiana Center for the ArtsFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]
Celebrate Recovery Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-step program to help with the hurts, habits, and hang-ups of life. Celebrate Recovery has separate groups for men and women who are chemically dependent, as well as groups for those who are struggling with codependency. A group is also offered for women who have been impacted by abuse as adults or as children. Celebrate Recovery is an on-going weekly ministry and groups meet each Sunday at 4:45 p.m. … [Event Website]DivorceCare for Kids Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare for Kids helps children heal from the hurt caused by the separation or divorce of their parents. Designed for ages 5-12, each session combines games, story time, dvd dramas, group discussion, music, crafts, and more. Children are engaged and active while participating in a DivorceCare for Kids group. Children make friends with other kids who understand the things they are going through because of the divorce of their parents. This group will meet beginning January 22 each Sunday at 4:00 p.m. f… [Event Website]DivorceCare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare is for those who are going through the pain of a separation or divorce. The group is led by others who understand the feelings and emotions following a divorce, and who are able to offer encouragement. In DivorceCare people learn to deal with the past and look forward to rebuilding their lives. … [Event Website]GriefShare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
GriefShare is for those who are grieving the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend. In small group discussions participants interact with others who have experienced a recent loss, and learn from their experiences. Each session includes a video with dramatic reenactments about living with grief, real-life stories from people who have experienced losses, or encouragement from experts on grief recovery. … [Event Website]Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries
by: LCVCLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.
Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C
This 7,000 square foot exhibit rethinks preconceptions about how dinosaurs lived and eventually died. Filled with full skeletal casts, interactives and a full-scale diarama, this exhibit will shed new light on prehistory as we know it. [Event Website]Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing
by: Chorale AcadiennePetroleum Club,111 Heymann Blvd., Lafayette, LA
6:30pm
Admission: $75.00
Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing. Join us for a wonderful meal and beautiful music sung by Acadiana's own Chorale Acadienne. Musical selections will have you humming along and tapping your feet. Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Call 349-5342 or go to ca@choraleacadienne.comCyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Saturday, Feb 4, 2012
Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House
by: Cal EditorAlexander Mouton House
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]A Tale of Two Mardi Gras
by: Cal EditorVermilionville Performance Center
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: Free
Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: $10, $6
Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. …
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LSU vs. Arkansas (Men's Basketball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)
12:30 PM
[Event Website]LSU at New Balance Invitational (IN) (Day 2) (Track and Field)
by: Louisiana State University SportsAway: New York, N.Y. (New Balance Track & Field Center)
TBA
[Event Website]LSU at Michigan (Men's Tennis)
by: Louisiana State University SportsAway: Ann Arbor, Mich. (Varsity Tennis Courts)
5:00 PM
[Event Website]Voices In Winter Literary Readings
by: Cal EditorCarpe Diem! Gelato-Espresso Bar
7:00pm-8:30pm
Admission: Free
Join local author Patrice Melnick and poet Clare L. Martin for a special literary reading of their works hosted by Carpe Diem! Gelato-Espresso Bar. For more information, contact Clare Martin at 337-962-5886 or martin.clarel@gmail.com. … [Event Website]Cajun Prarie Mardi Gras Mask and Capuchon Workshop
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts1:00 PM
Saturday, February 04, 2012 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. [Event Website]Story Time En Francais
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
11:00 AM
These Saturday Story Times will be in told in French. [Event Website]MARDI GRAS MOSAICS
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
1:00 PM
Artist Michael Parrish will conduct a mosaic-makingclass for adults using Mardi Gras beads. All materialsare supplied. To participate, you must preregister.Preregistration begins on Monday, January 30. You maypreregister by phone or online at lafayettepubliclibrary.org.Parrish will be conducting these workshops at two librarylocations.Friday, February 10, 2:00 - 4:00 pmSouth Regional Library Meeting Room 981-1028Saturday, February 11, 1:00 - 3:00 pmNorth Regional Library Meeting Room 896-6323… [Event Website]Cajun Jam with John and Jane Vidrine
by: Bayou Vermilion DistrictVermilionville
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM
[Event Website]Wesley Fest
by: Cal EditorWesley United Campus Ministry, UL Campus
5:00pm-10:00pm
Wesley Fest will feature six bands from South Louisiana. The musical lineup includes: Joshua Lebreton (soft rock with blues influence, amazing guitar work and thought-provoking lyrics. Lafayette, LA) The Onlies (multi-instrumentalist folk duo from Lafayette, LA. Wesley Fest will be their CD release party.) Oh!Kelly (High energy pop rock. Lafayette, LA) Gossamer Chorus (folk duo from Alexandria, LA) The Blake Simon Trio (Singer-songwriter with bluegrass folk influence. Lafayette, LA) Aaron Johnston (Country folk with male and female vocals. Lafayette, LA) Proceeds will go towards a mission trip to Malawi to work in crisis nurseries. There is a suggested $5 donation to Wesley Fest. Food and drink will be available for purchase. The Wesley is located at 238 General Gardner Avenue, across from Martin Hall on the UL Lafayette campus. For more information please call 235-6073.Bonerama @ The Feed & Seed
by: HighSteppin ProductionsThe Feed & Seed
9:00pm
Admission: $15
Bonerama is not your traditional brass band; they take their rich brass sound headlong into the funk/rock genre. Playing live, the band is known for pairing their own funky, original compositions with ripping covers of artists such as Led Zeppelin, Black Sabbath, and Jimi Hendrix, to name a few. David Fricke of Rolling Stone describes them as "The Ultimate in Brass Balls." It's an experience you won't find anywhere else but The Feed & Seed on February 4th!… [Event Website]Kindaid Loop Trail Hike
by: Cal EditorPack & Paddle, 601 E. Pinhook Road, Lafayette
8:00am
Admission: $40
This relaxing 9 mile loop is longer than some of the other Pack & Paddle hikes, but the easy terrain and the variety of scenery on the trail makes the miles pass quickly. The route will take hikers along the hilly shore of Lake Kinkaid before intersecting with the Wild Azalea Trail for a short time. Hikers will then loop back up through a mixed forest of Loblolly and Longleaf Pine, White Oak and Southern Magnolia. They'll then pass lower lying areas containing Irises, Spider Lillies, Beech and Cypress. T… [Event Website]IPL Drop-In Craft
by: Cal EditorParkview Library, 500 Grand Pre Blvd, New Iberia
10:30am-2:30pm
Make sure to stop by and make a Valentines Day-inspired heart dog craft. This little pup will be your very own sweetheart. The craft is appropriate for all ages; however, younger children may require more assistance. For more information on this event, please call 364.7480. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Iberia Parish Library.… [Event Website][W] Men's Basketball at Troy (DH)
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsTroy, Ala.
7:30 PM
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gt;>> The Ragin’ Cajuns men’s basketball team takes a break from Sun Belt West division battles on Saturday with a contest against Troy at Sartain Hall in Troy, Ala. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.>>> The meeting with the Trojans marks the final Sun Belt East foe that UL faces in the 2011-12 regular season.>>> UL defeated Denver 72-71 in overtime on Thursday, picking up its third straight victory which equals the squad’s season-high win streak. The Cajuns have a chance to extend the win s…
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[L] Women's Basketball at Troy (DH)
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsTroy, Ala.
5:15 PM
![[L] Women's Basketball at Troy (DH)](http://www.ragincajuns.com/images/2012/1/27/rp_primary_IMG_7797.jpg)
gt;>>The Cajuns and Trojans will be going head-to-head for the ninth time in the history of the two programs on Saturday. The two squads will be seeking to snap their current losing skids and look to pick up their first SBC victory.>>>Louisiana fell in their last contest against Denver 76-39. It was the Cajuns 12th straight defeat and sixth straight home loss.>>>Troy lost at home to Florida International in their previous game, 65-41. Troy has now dropped 13 straight games.>>>The Ragin’ Cajuns were ou…
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Men's Tennis vs Texas-San Antonio
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsCajun Courts
12:00 PM
[Event Website][L] Women's Tennis at Mississippi State
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsStarkville, Miss.
2:00 PM
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"Race" by David Mamet
by: Cal EditorCite Des Arts
7:30pm
Admission: $10
Loren Farmer and the Eavesdrop Theatre will produce the tense new drama by David Mamet called "Race" at Cit des Arts on February 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, & 12. Evening performances will be at 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinees will be at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Cit des Arts, 337-291-1122, go to www.citedesarts.org or purchase at the door. David Mamet tackles Americas most controversial topic in a provocative new tale of sex, guilt, and bold accusation. Two law… [Event Website]Once Upon A Mattress
by: Cal EditorLafayette High School Auditorium
7:00pm
Admission: $10
See Lafayette High School's 41st annual production of the Broadway musical "Once Upon a Mattress." For more information call 337-981-2935. [Event Website]AcA Presents Student Exhibitions in the ArtHouse/Circle Gallery
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, February 14, 2012. [Event Website]
From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II
by: Cal EditorAcA Side Gallery
From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine: Part II focuses on the painting, sculpture and ceramic works in the collection of Burnell Lemoine. He began collecting works in the late 1960s while working as a middle school social studies and language arts teacher in Lafourche Parish public schools. Lemoine amassed more than 1200 individual works of art over the last 40 plus years of which more than 25 works are on display here. In his quest for discovering new works, he often became friendly with artists and the… [Event Website]Jeanerette Historic Preservation Foundation BBQ Fundraiser
by: Cal EditorJeanerette Chamber of Commerce office, 1503 Main St., Jeanerette
Admission: $8
The Jeanerette Historic Preservation Foundation is holding a barbecue chicken dinner fundraiser on Sunday, March 11. Dinner tickets are $8 each and include a half of barbecue chicken, rice dressing and beans. Tickets are available at the chamber office or the Ward Eight Recreation Center. The foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the cultural and architectural preservation of Jeanerette. For more information or tickets call 276-4293.Reflections by Wess Koon
by: Cal EditorAcA Vault Gallery
Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]Mardi Gras Exhibit
by: LCVC1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February.Four Artistic Visions exhibit
by: Cal EditorOpelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas
In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]Transitions Through the Grief of Losing a Child
by: Cal EditorHospice of Acadiana Conference Center
Beginning in January we will have a six-week support group for those grieving the loss of a child. A time to share with and learn from others will be provided. Topics Include: emotions of grief, self-care memories, finding support, creative coping, journeying on. The meetings be held in the Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center. Please call 337-232-1234 for details and to register.Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard
by: Acadiana Center for the ArtsFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]
Celebrate Recovery Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-step program to help with the hurts, habits, and hang-ups of life. Celebrate Recovery has separate groups for men and women who are chemically dependent, as well as groups for those who are struggling with codependency. A group is also offered for women who have been impacted by abuse as adults or as children. Celebrate Recovery is an on-going weekly ministry and groups meet each Sunday at 4:45 p.m. … [Event Website]DivorceCare for Kids Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare for Kids helps children heal from the hurt caused by the separation or divorce of their parents. Designed for ages 5-12, each session combines games, story time, dvd dramas, group discussion, music, crafts, and more. Children are engaged and active while participating in a DivorceCare for Kids group. Children make friends with other kids who understand the things they are going through because of the divorce of their parents. This group will meet beginning January 22 each Sunday at 4:00 p.m. f… [Event Website]DivorceCare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
DivorceCare is for those who are going through the pain of a separation or divorce. The group is led by others who understand the feelings and emotions following a divorce, and who are able to offer encouragement. In DivorceCare people learn to deal with the past and look forward to rebuilding their lives. … [Event Website]GriefShare Support Group
by: Cal EditorFirst Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette
4:00pm
GriefShare is for those who are grieving the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend. In small group discussions participants interact with others who have experienced a recent loss, and learn from their experiences. Each session includes a video with dramatic reenactments about living with grief, real-life stories from people who have experienced losses, or encouragement from experts on grief recovery. … [Event Website]Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries
by: LCVCLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.
Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C
This 7,000 square foot exhibit rethinks preconceptions about how dinosaurs lived and eventually died. Filled with full skeletal casts, interactives and a full-scale diarama, this exhibit will shed new light on prehistory as we know it. [Event Website]Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing
by: Chorale AcadiennePetroleum Club,111 Heymann Blvd., Lafayette, LA
6:30pm
Admission: $75.00
Chorale Presents...It's A Grand Night For Singing. Join us for a wonderful meal and beautiful music sung by Acadiana's own Chorale Acadienne. Musical selections will have you humming along and tapping your feet. Tickets need to be purchased in advance. Call 349-5342 or go to ca@choraleacadienne.comCyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Sunday, Feb 5, 2012
Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House
by: Cal EditorAlexander Mouton House
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or… [Event Website]A Tale of Two Mardi Gras
by: Cal EditorVermilionville Performance Center
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: Free
Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [Event Website]Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
Admission: $10, $6
Griechen's exhibit As I Was Strolling Along consists of two themes of digital photography printed on metallic paper. In the main dining area of La Cuisine de Maman is a local theme from Acadiana to include landscapes, wildlife, watercraft, architecture and scenes from Vermilionville. The Glass Porch dining area has a local floral theme. The exhibit can be viewed Tuesday - Sunday from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. …
[Event Website]
LSU vs. Kentucky (Women's Basketball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)
2:00 PM
[Event Website]LSU vs. Texas A&M (Women's Tennis)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. ('Dub' Robinson Stadium)
1:00 PM
[Event Website]LSU vs. Southern (Women's Tennis)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. ('Dub' Robinson Stadium)
6:00 PM
[Event Website]Courir de Mardi Gras
by: Bayou Vermilion DistrictVermilionville
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
February 5, 2012, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM - [Event Website]"Race" by David Mamet
by: Cal EditorCite Des Arts
2:00pm
Admission: $10
Loren Farmer and the Eavesdrop Theatre will produce the tense new drama by David Mamet called "Race" at Cit des Arts on February 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, & 12. Evening performances will be at 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinees will be at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Cit des Arts, 337-291-1122, go to www.citedesarts.org or purchase at the door. David Mamet tackles Americas most controversial topic in a provocative new tale of sex, guilt, and bold accusation. Two law… [Event Website]AcA Presents Student Exhibitions in the ArtHouse/Circle Gallery
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, February 14, 2012. [Event Website]
Jeanerette Historic Preservation Foundation BBQ Fundraiser
by: Cal EditorJeanerette Chamber of Commerce office, 1503 Main St., Jeanerette
Admission: $8
The Jeanerette Historic Preservation Foundation is holding a barbecue chicken dinner fundraiser on Sunday, March 11. Dinner tickets are $8 each and include a half of barbecue chicken, rice dressing and beans. Tickets are available at the chamber office or the Ward Eight Recreation Center. The foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to the cultural and architectural preservation of Jeanerette. For more information or tickets call 276-4293.Reflections by Wess Koon
by: Cal EditorAcA Vault Gallery
Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [Event Website]Mardi Gras Exhibit
by: LCVC1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors
In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February.Four Artistic Visions exhibit
by: Cal EditorOpelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas
In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [Event Website]Transitions Through the Grief of Losing a Child
by: Cal EditorHospice of Acadiana Conference Center
Beginning in January we will have a six-week support group for those grieving the loss of a child. A time to share with and learn from others will be provided. Topics Include: emotions of grief, self-care memories, finding support, creative coping, journeying on. The meetings be held in the Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center. Please call 337-232-1234 for details and to register.Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard
by: Acadiana Center for the ArtsFrom Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]