Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander 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 Editor

Vermilionville 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 Editor

Vermilionville'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]

Mardi Gras CLOSED

by: Heymann Center

Heymann Performing Arts Center / Lafayette

08:00 AM

The Heymann Performing Arts Center's Business amp Ticket Offices will be closed today in observance of this holiday. We will reopen Wednesday February 22. [Event Website]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA 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]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas 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]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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: LCVC

Hilliard 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 Editor

Paul 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]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander 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 Editor

Vermilionville 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 Editor

Vermilionville'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]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA 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]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas 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]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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: LCVC

Hilliard 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 Editor

Paul 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]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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]

Classic guitarist Isaac Bustos concert

by: Cal Editor

Burke-Hawthrorn Theater

7:30pm

Classic guitarist, Isaac Bustos will be giving a free concert on the UL CFor more information on this concert please call the UL Lafayette School of Music at 482-6012ampus. For more information on this concert please call the UL Lafayette School of Music at 482-6012.… [Event Website]

Open Mic en Franais at Casa Azul

by: Cal Editor

Casa Azul Gifts, 232 ML King Drive, Grand Coteau

7:00pm-9:30pm

Admission: Free

Join us for une scne ouverte, also known as an Open Mic. We invite participants to share poems, stories, songs and other forms of creative expression, in Frenchor you are welcome to just listen and enjoy. Works can be borrowed or original. This free, community event is appropriate for all ages and is sponsored by The Festival of Words, Frederick LEcole Des Arts and the Thensted Center. Contact Patrice at (337) 662-1032 or festivalwords… [Event Website]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander 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 Editor

Vermilionville 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 Editor

Vermilionville'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]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA 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]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas 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]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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: LCVC

Hilliard 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 Editor

Paul 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]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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]

AUI presents PG-50

by: Cal Editor

Theatre 810, downtown Lafayette

7:30pm

Admission: $10

Acting Unlimited, Inc. presents "PG-50," a performance of three original and locally-written one-act shows centered around the comedic happenings of those over the hill at 50. For more information, call 484-0172. [Event Website]

Deep South Festival Reading Series

by: Cal Editor

HL Griffin Room 315, UL Campus

7:30pm

Admission: Free

UL's Creative Writing Program and English Department will hold a free public reading by Canadian writers Rob McLennan and Stephen Brockwell. For more information call 482-5503.

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander 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 Editor

Vermilionville 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 Editor

Vermilionville'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]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA 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]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas 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]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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: LCVC

Hilliard 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 Editor

Paul 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]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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]

AUI presents PG-50

by: Cal Editor

Theatre 810, downtown Lafayette

7:30pm

Admission: $10

Acting Unlimited, Inc. presents "PG-50," a performance of three original and locally-written one-act shows centered around the comedic happenings of those over the hill at 50. For more information, call 484-0172. [Event Website]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander 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 Editor

Vermilionville 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 Editor

Vermilionville'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]

The Met in HD: Verdi's Ernani Live

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

12:00 PM - 3:30 PM CST

Saturday, February 25, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 3:30 PM. [Event Website]

AcA presents: Lt. Governor's Music Gala - Celebrating Louisiana's GRAMMY Winners and Nominees

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

10:00 PM

Wednesday, September 05, 2012 from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. [Event Website]

Cajun Jam with Jesse Lege & Al Berard

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

[Event Website]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA 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]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas 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]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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: LCVC

Hilliard 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 Editor

Paul 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]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander 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 Editor

Vermilionville 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 Editor

Vermilionville'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]

Briggs Brown & Bayou Cajuns

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

February 26, 2012, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Bal du dimanche with Briggs Brown & Bayou Cajuns [Event Website]

AUI presents "PG-50"

by: Cal Editor

Theatre 810, downtown Lafayette

2:00pm

Admission: $10

Acting Unlimited, Inc. presents "PG-50," a performance of three original and locally-written one-act shows centered around the comedic happenings of those over the hill at 50. For more information, call 484-0172. [Event Website]

Wild as the Wind Dance Concert

by: Cal Editor

Historic Rice Theater, 425 N. Parkerson Ave., Crowley

3:00pm

Admission: $10, $15

Synergy Dance Productions presents Wild As The Wind, a contemporary dance concert at the Historic Rice Theater in Crowley. Advance tickets are $10 and $15 the day of the show. Children ages 12 and under are $5. For ticket information, call Dollie Monroe at (504) 239-0126.

Larry Begnaud on Heart Intelligence

by: Cal Editor

Becca Begnaud's, 1109 Old Spanish Trail, Scott

2:00pm-4:00pm

Admission: $10, $15

[Event Website]

Rev. Steve J. Crump Lecture

by: Cal Editor

Cite Des Arts

10:30am

The Rev. Dr. Steve J. Crump, minister at the Unitarian Church of Baton Rouge, will be the guest speaker at the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Lafayette service. Rev. Crump will speak on "Youre a Una-What?!: A Real Conversation about the Unitarian Universalist Religious Movement." For more information on the Unitarian Universalist Fellowship of Lafayette and the visit by Rev. Dr. Steve Crump, call Cher Coen at 984-0754 or email chere.coen@lusfiber.net.

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas 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]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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: LCVC

Hilliard 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 Editor

Paul 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]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[Event Website]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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]

How to Become a Ragin' Cajun

by: Cal Editor

Iberia Parish Main Library, 445 E. Main St., New Iberia

6:30pm

Admission: Free

The Iberia Parish Library will be offering an opportunity to meet a UL recruiter. There will be a lecture at the Main Library for high school students or anyone who is interested in starting their own college journey. Here, the recruiter will give you the tips and tools for becoming a university student, discuss different financial aid programs, deadline requirements, and also answer any questions that you may have about this exciting but sometimes overwhelming experience. Register by calling 364-7024. T… [Event Website]

Mardi Gras Regalia on display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Cal Editor

Alexander 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]

Kerry Griechen Exhibit: As I Was Strolling

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville'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]

Auditions for "The Murder Room"

by: Cal Editor

121 S. Second St., Eunice

6:00pm

Director Jody L. Powell needs 3 adult men and 3 adult women, ages 20s to 50s to fill the cast of Eunice Players' Theatre's "The Murder Room." More people are needed to assist with set decoration, backstage duties, costuming, etc. The play is a two-act mystery farce by Jack Sharkey, with rehearsals throughout March and production scheduled for mid-April. Auditions are open to everyone who wants to get involved with their local community theatre. FMI, or to schedule an audition time, call Jody at 337-580-1787.

Southern Open 2012 Entry Deadline

by: Cal Editor

AcA Main Gallery

Admission: $27/entry

The Acadiana Center for the Arts is gearing up for the 6th Annual Southern Open art competition- a juried exhibition featuring artists from Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida. The Southern Open is open to all visual artists over the age of 18. Entries can include painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, video/DVD and other multimedia / installations. Works that are original, completed within the past two years and not previously exhibited at the AcA will qualify for submission. No stude… [Event Website]

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas 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]

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [Event Website]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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: LCVC

Hilliard 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 Editor

Paul 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]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

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Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul 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]