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Sunday, Mar 17, 2013

Shamrock Swap

by: Cal Editor

Saint Street Inn, 407 Brooke Ave.

4:00pm-8:00pm

Admission: Free

Shamrock Swap St. Patty's Day meets vinyl swap meets happy hour at the Saint Street Inn. Andre' spinning his favorite records on the porch. You'll also find St. Patty's drink specials and bar snacks and hopefully, your very own vinyl pot of gold! [Event Website]

International Pentanque Adult Tournament

by: Cal Editor

Girard Park

9:30am-6:30pm

Admission: $15, $12

International Pentanque Adult Tournament Trophies and obut merchandise will be rewarded to winners of the 2013 International Pentanque Tournament. For more information call 654.9467. [Event Website]

Shotgun X

by: Cal Editor

Theatre 810, 810 Jefferson St.

3:00pm

Admission: $10

Shotgun X Acting Unlimited is proud to announce its upcoming productions of Louisiana Writer of the Year John Biguenet's SHOTGUN. Set four months after the arrival of Hurricane Katrina and the collapse of levees in New Orleans, a white man and his teenaged son rent half of a shotgun duplex from an African-American woman. Everyone is trying to cope with their losses from the hurricane (individual, familial and city-wide), including the woman's father, displaced by the devastating flooding, and an old boyfriend. E… [Event Website]

Harvey

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

7:30pm

Admission: $10

Harvey The Tea-Sippers, a local theatre troupe, will perform Harvey by Mary Chase on March and 15, 16 and 17 March 22, 23, and 24, 2013 at 7:30 on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:00 on Sundays at Cite Des Arts in downtown Lafayette. Tickets are available for $10 in advance at citedesarts.org or at the door. Harvey, a play by Mary Chase, follows the life of Elwood P. Dowd, a charming man who keeps company with a six foot tall, invisible rabbit named Harvey. For more information on the performances or The Tea-Sip… [Event Website]

John Buck: C'est Magnifique

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

John Buck: C'est Magnifique John Buck: Cest Magnifique will showcase the unique work and skill of internationally renowned sculptor, woodcarver, and printmaker, John Buck. The artist creates intricately carved woodblocks, which he uses to make prints by hand rubbing rather than through mechanical processing. This labor-intensive technique produces prints that are high in quality and limited in edition. Additionally, Buck carves and assembles elaborate sculptures consisting of unexpected combinations of objects. These sculptures vary i… [Event Website]

LSU at (Baseball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away:

TBA

LSU vs. (Women's Tennis)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

TBA

LSU vs. (Softball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

TBA

LSU vs. (Men's Tennis)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

3:00 PM

FBL GriefShare

by: Cal Editor

First Babtist Church, 1100 Lee Ave.

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]

FBL DivorceCare

by: Cal Editor

First Babtist Church, 1100 Lee Ave.

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]

Bal du Dimanche with Wallice Trahan & Rice & Gravy

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

1:00pm-4:00pm

Admission: $5

Dance the afternoon away with Wallice Trahan & Rice & Gravy at Vermilionville's weekly Sunday Dance. Refreshments will be available for this smoke-free all ages show at Vermilionville's Performance Center. Visit the calendar of events at vermilionville.org for more information. Bal du dimanche is held every Sunday. $5 admission is for dance only and does not include entry to the park.… [Event Website]

Quilts: What Would You Like to Know?

by: Lafayette Public Library

Jefferson St Library at Alexandre Mouton House

1:00 PM

The Alexandre Mouton House/Lafayette Museum and the Lafayette Public Library System are proud to present the following program.In honor of National Quilting Day (March 16) and Women’s History Month, the Quilters’ Guild Acadienne will showcase several quilts and talk about the history, types, care and preservation of quilts. Free admission.Saturday, March 16 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (display quilts only)Sunday, March 17 1:00-4:00 pm (speakers begin at 2 pm )Alexandre Mouton House/Lafayette Museum, … [Event Website]

Classical Guitarist Peter Fletcher

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

2:30 PM

Sunday, March 17 2:30 PMSouth Regional Library Auditorium (981-1028)Classical guitarist Peter Fletcher will appear in Lafayette as part of a nationwide tour of the Phillip Truckenbrod Concert Artists, which will culminate with an appearance at Carnegie Hall in New York in April. His 70-minute program (plus intermission) will include music ranging from Bach to The Deer Hunter soundtrack. Fletcher will remain after the performance to meet the audience.… [Event Website]

Man of La Mancha

by: Cal Editor

Essanee Theatre, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia

3:00pm

Admission: $15, $20

Man of La Mancha, the award wining musical will be presented by the Iberia Performing Arts League March 8-24 at the Essanee Theater in New Iberia.. Thursday, Friday, Saturday performances are at 7:30 and Sunday Matinees at 3:00. Tickets $15 ($20 at door). Iberia Performing Arts League, 126 Iberia Street, New Iberia. Call 364-6114 or e-mail ipal@cox.net for information. Rating PG. … [Event Website]

The Glass Mendacity

by: Cal Editor

Eunice Players Theatre, 121 E. Second St., Eunice

2:00pm

As the Eunice Players Theatre opens its 44th season, Jody L. Powell brings to the stage The Glass Mendacity, written by Maureen Morley and Tom Willmorth. The two-act comedy is a spoof of Tennessee Williams most famous plays, "The Glass Menagerie", "A Streetcar Named Desire", and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." Evening performances will be held March 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23 at 7:00 p.m. A matinee will be held Sunday, March 17 at 2:00 p.m. Dinner theatre (with steak and trimmings) is scheduled for Wednesday, March 20… [Event Website]

John Biguenet's SHOTGUN presented by AUI/Theatre 810

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
Sunday, March 17, 2013 from 03:00 PM to . [Event Website]

LSM "Sid the Science Kid" Premiere

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.

1:00pm-2:30pm

LSM LPB will hold two special premiere showings of "Sid the Science Kid - The Movie!" at the Lafayette Science Museum on Sunday, March 17 at 1:00pm and 2:30pm. The auditorium holds 100 and its expected that there will be a full house for both showings. It'll be a red carpet event! Every child will have the chance to try out a Sid experiment - and we'll have Sid goodies for kids to take home! Kids who come dressed like Sid get a special prize! We hope you will come have scientific fun with LPB and Lafayette … [Event Website]

EggstravaganZoo

by: LCVC

5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: $9.25 Non-Member Adult,

Celebrate Easter at the Zoo! Candy stations, games with prizes, continuous Easter egg hunt, egg dyeing, live entertainment, vendor booths, train rides and so much more...Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sun. 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

National Quilting Day

by: Cal Editor

The Lafayette Museum/Alexandre Mouton House, 1122 Lafayette St.

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

This event will feature more than 50 quilts and quilted items in a variety of quilting genres and various periods of traditional quilt designs.

The Diary of Anne Frank

by: Cal Editor

The Grand Opera House of the South, Crowley

7:00pm

During the Nazi occupation of the Netherlands, Anne Frank received a diary as one of her presents on her 13th birthday. She began to write in it on June 14, 1942, two days later, and twenty two days before going into hiding with her father Otto, mother Edith, older sister Margot, and another family, Hermann van Pels, his wife Auguste, and their teenage son Peter. The group went into hiding in the sealed-off upper rooms of the annex of her father's office building in Amsterdam. … [Event Website]

Intro to Monotype printing

by: Cal Editor

Freetown Studios, 21 E. Convent St

6:00pm-9:00pm

Admission: $75

All Freetown Studios March classes are $75 and include materials. For more information call 337-501-0368. [Event Website]

Liberty Tax Free Tax Preperation

by: Cal Editor

Any Acadiana Liberty Tax Office

Admission: Free

Liberty Tax is giving away tax preparation services to those who so selflessly serve, protect, educate, and assist local communities and the Liberty offices that operate within them. For first-time customers, starting February 18, Liberty Tax kicks off a month and a half of Appreciation Weeks to thank these invaluable individuals. From March 11th March 17th Liberty Tax will offer free tax preparations to all the nurses, doctors, therapists, and all hospital staff, just stop by during Hospital Appreciat… [Event Website]

Harvey presented by Tea-Sippers at Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Friday, March 15, 2013 to Sunday, March 24, 2013. [Event Website]

Kidz Kabaret

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, February 27, 2013 to Friday, March 22, 2013. [Event Website]

Alternative Meets Mainstream

by: LCVC

Lafayette Art Gallery

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Acrylic paintings by popular artist Hope Hebert. Green Apple West. [Event Website]

Arc of Acadiana Mardi Gras Bead Drive

by: Cal Editor

Jefferson Street Pub, 500 Jefferson Street

Admission: Various Lafayette auto d

The Arc of Acadiana and the Lafayette Auto Dealer Association are proud to announce this year's upcoming Mardi Gras Bead Drive to help the developmentally and intellectually disabled in the community. Each year, these organizations team up to provide employment opportunities for Arc's clients. This year's Bead Drive is scheduled to run from February 6 through March 20. The community is encouraged to participate by dropping off leftover Mardi Gras beads at any of the following LADA dealerships: Service Chevrolet Cadillac; Giles Nissan, Volvo, Subaru; Acadiana Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Mazda; Sterling KIA, Hyundai, Suzuki; Southwest Volkswagen; Moss Motors Honda, BMW, Mercedes-Benz; Courtesy Buick, GMC; Hampton Toyota, Mitsubishi; and Hub City Ford.

Freeze Frame XXVII Photo Competition

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Art Association & Gallery, 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd.

12:00pm-5:00pm

Admission: Free

Freeze Frame XXVII - 27th - Annual Regional Photographic Competition is on exhibit through March 10th, hosted by Lafayette Art Association & Gallery. Over 40 photographers are participants in 8 categories with jurying, judging and ribbon awards in each category. LAA is located in The Heart of the Oil Center at 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd. Hours: Noon - 5pm, Tuesday thru Friday. Call 269-0363 or go online for more information: www.lafayetteart.org. Also on exhibit is: Art Rules the Day, Oils by Pat Bourqu… [Event Website]

Boys and Girls Club ''It Just Takes One'' Campaign

by: Cal Editor

Boys and Girls Clubs of Acadiana

Admission: Free

Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana have kicked off its annual It Just Takes One campaign which will run March 1 thru April 30. The campaign will raise funds for the Clubs after-school programs and services for youth, ages 6-18, living in Lafayette, Iberia, St. Landry, and Vermilion. This campaign seeks donations primarily from individuals. To make a donation or to volunteer, contact the Boys & Girls Club office at 337-268-9555 or visit the Web site at www.bgcacadiana.com.… [Event Website]

Black History 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 Alicia Johnson. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1 - March 31, 2013. A preview reception for the exhibit is scheduled for Thursday, February 7, 2013 from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Johnson is a native of Opelousas. She currently resides in New Orleans, LA. Johnson obtained a Bachelors of Art with a concentration in painting from McNeese State University. She is in the process of receiving her Masters of… [Event Website]

Art of the Moment

by: LCVC

Poupart's Bistro, Gordon Square, Lafayette

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Debbie Berkheiser. [Event Website]

ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium

by: LCVC

5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518

11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.

Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a

Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.

Jazz at the Center Season Lineup- ACA

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Friday, October 05, 2012 to Friday, May 03, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

2nd Saturday ArtWalk

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Downtown Lafayette

From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

FEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.

The Modern Universe

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]

The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 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!!

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 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 Editor

Lafayette 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 Lafayette

735 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]

Monday, Mar 18, 2013

John Buck: C'est Magnifique

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

John Buck: C'est Magnifique John Buck: Cest Magnifique will showcase the unique work and skill of internationally renowned sculptor, woodcarver, and printmaker, John Buck. The artist creates intricately carved woodblocks, which he uses to make prints by hand rubbing rather than through mechanical processing. This labor-intensive technique produces prints that are high in quality and limited in edition. Additionally, Buck carves and assembles elaborate sculptures consisting of unexpected combinations of objects. These sculptures vary i… [Event Website]

Chess Club for Tweens

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:00 PM

Ages 8–12. This program provides basic instruction to kids who know little or nothing about the game and wish to learn. This program will also provide an environment for tweens to play chess with others who know how to play. Space is limited and preregistration is required. Call the South Regional Library once preregistration begins.South Regional Library 981-1028Monday, March 186:00-8:00 pmPreregistration begins March 11.Monday, April 156:00-8:00 pmPreregistration begins April 8.Monday, May 206:00-8:00 pmPrer… [Event Website]

Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

Chenier Branch

10:00 AM

Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]

SPREADSHEETS CLASS: Free Computer Class

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

1:00 PM

Electronic Resources Librarian Martin Cooperson will teach computer classes. Spreadsheets Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classes Material covered: This course will introduce students to spreadsheet terminology and concepts. Specifically, students will learn how to enter text and numbers, use mathematical functions and create formulas, and develop some basic charts. Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Monday, February 25 at 9:00 AM. Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]

Funny Bunny Craft

by: Lafayette Public Library

North Regional Library

Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It kit for the FunnyBunny Craft, while supplies last, during the week of March18-22 at the following library locations: Broussard, Butler,Chenier, Duson, North Regional and Scott libraries. [Event Website]

Funny Bunny Craft

by: Lafayette Public Library

Scott Branch

Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It kit for the FunnyBunny Craft, while supplies last, during the week of March18-22 at the following library locations: Broussard, Butler,Chenier, Duson, North Regional and Scott libraries. [Event Website]

Funny Bunny Craft

by: Lafayette Public Library

Butler Memorial Branch

Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It kit for the FunnyBunny Craft, while supplies last, during the week of March18-22 at the following library locations: Broussard, Butler,Chenier, Duson, North Regional and Scott libraries. [Event Website]

Funny Bunny Craft

by: Lafayette Public Library

Chenier Branch

Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It kit for the FunnyBunny Craft, while supplies last, during the week of March18-22 at the following library locations: Broussard, Butler,Chenier, Duson, North Regional and Scott libraries. [Event Website]

Funny Bunny Craft

by: Lafayette Public Library

Broussard Branch

Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It kit for the FunnyBunny Craft, while supplies last, during the week of March18-22 at the following library locations: Broussard, Butler,Chenier, Duson, North Regional and Scott libraries. [Event Website]

Auditions for ''Deathtrap''

by: Cal Editor

Cite Des Arts

6:30pm

Admission: Free

Auditions are being held for Ira Levin's "Deathtrap: A Thriller in Two Acts." Director Cooper Helm and producer Scott Gremillion are looking for three men and two women and will consist of cold readings from the script. If you have any questions, please email Scott Gremillion at sufficious@yahoo.com

Funny Bunny Craft

by: Lafayette Public Library

Duson Branch

Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It kit for the FunnyBunny Craft, while supplies last, during the week of March18-22 at the following library locations: Broussard, Butler,Chenier, Duson, North Regional and Scott libraries. [Event Website]

Liberty Tax Free Tax Preperation

by: Cal Editor

Any Acadiana Liberty Tax Office

Admission: Free

Liberty Tax is giving away tax preparation services to those who so selflessly serve, protect, educate, and assist local communities and the Liberty offices that operate within them. For first-time customers, starting February 18, Liberty Tax kicks off a month and a half of Appreciation Weeks to thank these invaluable individuals. From March 18th March 24th the Healthy Living Appreciation Week will offer gym staff members, personal trainers, dieticians, and recreational centers staff the opportunity to… [Event Website]

Lafayette Film/TV & Music Group Meetup

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street

7:00pm

The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet, Tuesday, March 18, 2013 at 7 PM, Lafayette South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA. Featured speaker will be Harold Clark, nationally recognized wardrobe specialist and image consultant. Mr. Clark has been featured in Essence Magazine for his classical designs that make dreams come true. Anyone interested in the entertainment industry is encouraged to attend.

New Volunteer Training

by: CASA of SoLA

1819 W. Pinhook Rd, Suite 101, Lafayette, LA 70508

5:30pm-8:30pm

Admission: Free

Court Appointed Special Advocates are community volunteers from all walks of life who stand up for foster children, advocating for their best interest insuring that all of their needs are being met. CASA of SoLA serves Acadia, Lafayette and Vermilion Parishes. Everything our volunteers need to know, they learn during training. … [Event Website]

Intro to Monotype printing

by: Cal Editor

Freetown Studios, 21 E. Convent St

6:00pm-9:00pm

Admission: $75

All Freetown Studios March classes are $75 and include materials. For more information call 337-501-0368. [Event Website]

Coteau Librarys Lucky Drop-In Craft

by: Cal Editor

Iberia Parish Coteau Library, 6308 Coteau Park Road, New Iberia

1:30pm-5:30pm

Admission: Free

Is your child feeling lucky this month? Make sure to take them to the Coteau Library starting on Monday, March 18 through Friday, March 22 from 1:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. They will have a chance to make their very own Lucky Leprechaun magnet! This craft is for all ages. However, younger children may require more parental assistance. For more information, please call the Coteau Library at 364.7430. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Iberia Parish Library.… [Event Website]

Harvey presented by Tea-Sippers at Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Friday, March 15, 2013 to Sunday, March 24, 2013. [Event Website]

Kidz Kabaret

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, February 27, 2013 to Friday, March 22, 2013. [Event Website]

Alternative Meets Mainstream

by: LCVC

Lafayette Art Gallery

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Acrylic paintings by popular artist Hope Hebert. Green Apple West. [Event Website]

Arc of Acadiana Mardi Gras Bead Drive

by: Cal Editor

Jefferson Street Pub, 500 Jefferson Street

Admission: Various Lafayette auto d

The Arc of Acadiana and the Lafayette Auto Dealer Association are proud to announce this year's upcoming Mardi Gras Bead Drive to help the developmentally and intellectually disabled in the community. Each year, these organizations team up to provide employment opportunities for Arc's clients. This year's Bead Drive is scheduled to run from February 6 through March 20. The community is encouraged to participate by dropping off leftover Mardi Gras beads at any of the following LADA dealerships: Service Chevrolet Cadillac; Giles Nissan, Volvo, Subaru; Acadiana Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Mazda; Sterling KIA, Hyundai, Suzuki; Southwest Volkswagen; Moss Motors Honda, BMW, Mercedes-Benz; Courtesy Buick, GMC; Hampton Toyota, Mitsubishi; and Hub City Ford.

Freeze Frame XXVII Photo Competition

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Art Association & Gallery, 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd.

12:00pm-5:00pm

Admission: Free

Freeze Frame XXVII - 27th - Annual Regional Photographic Competition is on exhibit through March 10th, hosted by Lafayette Art Association & Gallery. Over 40 photographers are participants in 8 categories with jurying, judging and ribbon awards in each category. LAA is located in The Heart of the Oil Center at 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd. Hours: Noon - 5pm, Tuesday thru Friday. Call 269-0363 or go online for more information: www.lafayetteart.org. Also on exhibit is: Art Rules the Day, Oils by Pat Bourqu… [Event Website]

Boys and Girls Club ''It Just Takes One'' Campaign

by: Cal Editor

Boys and Girls Clubs of Acadiana

Admission: Free

Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana have kicked off its annual It Just Takes One campaign which will run March 1 thru April 30. The campaign will raise funds for the Clubs after-school programs and services for youth, ages 6-18, living in Lafayette, Iberia, St. Landry, and Vermilion. This campaign seeks donations primarily from individuals. To make a donation or to volunteer, contact the Boys & Girls Club office at 337-268-9555 or visit the Web site at www.bgcacadiana.com.… [Event Website]

Black History 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 Alicia Johnson. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1 - March 31, 2013. A preview reception for the exhibit is scheduled for Thursday, February 7, 2013 from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Johnson is a native of Opelousas. She currently resides in New Orleans, LA. Johnson obtained a Bachelors of Art with a concentration in painting from McNeese State University. She is in the process of receiving her Masters of… [Event Website]

Art of the Moment

by: LCVC

Poupart's Bistro, Gordon Square, Lafayette

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Debbie Berkheiser. [Event Website]

ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium

by: LCVC

5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518

11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.

Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a

Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.

Jazz at the Center Season Lineup- ACA

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Friday, October 05, 2012 to Friday, May 03, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

2nd Saturday ArtWalk

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Downtown Lafayette

From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

FEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.

The Modern Universe

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]

The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 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!!

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 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 Editor

Lafayette 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 Lafayette

735 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, Mar 19, 2013

Tarzan: Lord of the Louisiana Jungle

by: Cal Editor

Casa Azul Gifts, 232 ML King Drive, Gran Coteau

7:00pm

Admission: Free

Tarzan: Lord of the Louisiana Jungle Casa Azul will be screening the documentary "Tarzan: Lord of the Louisiana Jungle" from Al Bohl and directed by Alison Bohl Dehart, which is centered around the original 1918 film "Tarzan of the Apes" filmed near Morgan City. Director Alison Bohl Dehart will be on hand for a Q & A after the screening. For more information call 337-662-1032. … [Event Website]

ULEDF March Meeting

by: Cal Editor

Petroleum Club, Oil Center

11:30am-1:00pm

Admission: $35, $250

ULEDF March Meeting Please join us Tuesday, March 19, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Petroleum Club, for our next Upper Lafayette meeting. We are so thrilled to have the opportunity to honor Paul Hilliard, President of Badger Oil Corporation, as our 2013 Philanthropist of the Year! Don Briggs, President of the Louisiana Oil & Gas Association, will be our moderator for the event. Register online or contact jennifer@upperlafay … [Event Website]

John Buck: C'est Magnifique

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

John Buck: C'est Magnifique John Buck: Cest Magnifique will showcase the unique work and skill of internationally renowned sculptor, woodcarver, and printmaker, John Buck. The artist creates intricately carved woodblocks, which he uses to make prints by hand rubbing rather than through mechanical processing. This labor-intensive technique produces prints that are high in quality and limited in edition. Additionally, Buck carves and assembles elaborate sculptures consisting of unexpected combinations of objects. These sculptures vary i… [Event Website]

LSU vs. (Men's Basketball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

TBA

LSU vs. (Softball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

5:00 PM

LSU vs. (Softball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

7:00 PM

Bike Month Proclamation

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Consolidated Government auditorium, 705 W. University Ave.

5:00pm

Admission: Free

City-Parish President Joey Durel will proclaim April as Bike Month, April 8-12 as Bike to Work Week, and April 12 as Bike to Work Day. A public presentation of the proclamation is set for 5:30 p.m. in the Lafayette Consolidated Government Council audito… [Event Website]

A Moving Tale Presentation of Elephant and Dog

by: Lafayette Public Library

North Regional Library

4:00 PM

Ages 3–12 years. Children have the opportunity to express themselves through stories and yoga movements in this interactive storytelling adventure. Hear the tale of how an unlikely pair becomes fast friends and awaken to the possibility of becoming a storyteller yourself. The participants will also complete an art project as part of the fun. Preregistration is required. Participants can preregister online atLafayettePublicLibrary.org or by calling the library.North Regional (896-6323) Tuesday, Mar… [Event Website]

SRL Sleuths Mystery Book Club

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:30 PM

Join us at the South Regional Library on the third Tuesday at 6:30 PM for the SRL Sleuths Mystery Book Club!March 19Aqua Altaby Donna LeonApril 16The Coroner’s Lunchby Colin CotterillMay 21Shinjuby Laura Joh Rowland [Event Website]

Baby Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

South 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. [Event Website]

SPREADSHEETS CLASS: Free Computer Class

by: Lafayette Public Library

North Regional Library

9:30 AM

Electronic Resources Librarian Martin Cooperson will teach computer classes. Spreadsheets Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classes Material covered: This course will introduce students to spreadsheet terminology and concepts. Specifically, students will learn how to enter text and numbers, use mathematical functions and create formulas, and develop some basic charts. Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Monday, February 25 at 9:00 AM. Call 856-6323 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]

Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

Broussard Branch

10:00 AM

Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]

Toddler Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

10:30 AM

Toddler Time: Fifteen-minute story sessions geared to children 18-35 months. Adults must accompany toddlers. [Event Website]

ULEDF March Meeting

by: Cal Editor

Petroleum Club, Oil Center

11:30am-1:00pm

Admission: $35, $250

Please join us Tuesday, March 19, 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Petroleum Club, for our next Upper Lafayette meeting. We are so thrilled to have the opportunity to honor Paul Hilliard, President of Badger Oil Corporation, as our 2013 Philanthropist of the Year! Don Briggs, President of the Louisiana Oil & Gas Association, will be our moderator for the event. Register online or contact jennifer@upperlafay … [Event Website]

New Volunteer Training

by: CASA of SoLA

1819 W. Pinhook Rd, Suite 101, Lafayette, LA 70508

5:30pm-8:30pm

Admission: Free

Court Appointed Special Advocates are community volunteers from all walks of life who stand up for foster children, advocating for their best interest insuring that all of their needs are being met. CASA of SoLA serves Acadia, Lafayette and Vermilion Parishes. Everything our volunteers need to know, they learn during training. … [Event Website]

Lafayette Tuesday Noon French Table

by: Cal Editor

Pamplona's Restaurant, 631 Jefferson St.

12:00pm

Admission: $20

The Lafayette Tuesday Noon French Table meets regularly at 12:00 PM each week at Pamplonas Restaurant, 631 Jefferson Street Lafayette, LA 70501

Lafayette Film/TV & Music Group Meetup

by: Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup Group

South Regional Lib. 6101 Johnston St.. Lafayette, LA

Admission: Free

The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet, Tuesday, March 19, 2013 at 7 PM, Lafayette South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA. Featured speaker will be Harold Clark, nationally recognized wardrobe specialist and image consultant. Mr. Clark has been featured in Essence Magazine for his classical designs that make dreams come true. Anyone interested in the entertainment industry is encouraged to attend.

Acadiana Republican Women Meeting

by: Cal Editor

River Oaks Napoleon Room, 520 East Kaliste Saloom Road

11:00am-1:00pm

Admission: $20

Louisiana Lieutenant Governor, Jay Dardenne, will be the speaker at the ARW Monthly Luncheon Meeting; Tuesday, March 19, 2013 @ River Oaks Center in the Napoleon room. Free Meeting starts @ 11AM until 1Pm. Buffet Lunch is Optional @ $20.00. The Public is invited to all ARW Luncheon Meetings.

IPL Facebook 101

by: Cal Editor

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

2:30pm-6:30pm

Admission: Free

The Iberia Parish Library invites all adults to check-in at the Library on Tuesday, March 19 to participate in the Facebook 101 workshop at the Main Library. Adults will learn how to connect with friends and family, check and receive messages, post to their wall, customize their privacy settings and MUCH more. Two classes are scheduled, one at 2:30 p.m. and another at 6:30 p.m. Its all free of charge, and computers are provided. All that is required is an active E-mail address and password. Make sure to c… [Event Website]

St. Josephs Altar

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

Originally an Italian Catholic tradition, St. Josephs Altar made its way into local Cajun and Creole churches after WWI and WWII. The tradition is still practiced to this day where churches will erect an altar in honor of St. Joseph. Learn about the first altar erected in the town square of Sicily several centuries ago as well as what the items on present day altars represent. Visitors will leave with a small bag of treats complete with a lucky fava bean.… [Event Website]

Intro to Monotype printing

by: Cal Editor

Freetown Studios, 21 E. Convent St

6:00pm-9:00pm

Admission: $75

All Freetown Studios March classes are $75 and include materials. For more information call 337-501-0368. [Event Website]

Coteau Librarys Lucky Drop-In Craft

by: Cal Editor

Iberia Parish Coteau Library, 6308 Coteau Park Road, New Iberia

1:30pm-5:30pm

Admission: Free

Is your child feeling lucky this month? Make sure to take them to the Coteau Library starting on Monday, March 18 through Friday, March 22 from 1:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. They will have a chance to make their very own Lucky Leprechaun magnet! This craft is for all ages. However, younger children may require more parental assistance. For more information, please call the Coteau Library at 364.7430. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Iberia Parish Library.… [Event Website]

Harvey presented by Tea-Sippers at Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Friday, March 15, 2013 to Sunday, March 24, 2013. [Event Website]

Kidz Kabaret

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, February 27, 2013 to Friday, March 22, 2013. [Event Website]

Alternative Meets Mainstream

by: LCVC

Lafayette Art Gallery

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Acrylic paintings by popular artist Hope Hebert. Green Apple West. [Event Website]

Arc of Acadiana Mardi Gras Bead Drive

by: Cal Editor

Jefferson Street Pub, 500 Jefferson Street

Admission: Various Lafayette auto d

The Arc of Acadiana and the Lafayette Auto Dealer Association are proud to announce this year's upcoming Mardi Gras Bead Drive to help the developmentally and intellectually disabled in the community. Each year, these organizations team up to provide employment opportunities for Arc's clients. This year's Bead Drive is scheduled to run from February 6 through March 20. The community is encouraged to participate by dropping off leftover Mardi Gras beads at any of the following LADA dealerships: Service Chevrolet Cadillac; Giles Nissan, Volvo, Subaru; Acadiana Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Mazda; Sterling KIA, Hyundai, Suzuki; Southwest Volkswagen; Moss Motors Honda, BMW, Mercedes-Benz; Courtesy Buick, GMC; Hampton Toyota, Mitsubishi; and Hub City Ford.

Freeze Frame XXVII Photo Competition

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Art Association & Gallery, 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd.

12:00pm-5:00pm

Admission: Free

Freeze Frame XXVII - 27th - Annual Regional Photographic Competition is on exhibit through March 10th, hosted by Lafayette Art Association & Gallery. Over 40 photographers are participants in 8 categories with jurying, judging and ribbon awards in each category. LAA is located in The Heart of the Oil Center at 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd. Hours: Noon - 5pm, Tuesday thru Friday. Call 269-0363 or go online for more information: www.lafayetteart.org. Also on exhibit is: Art Rules the Day, Oils by Pat Bourqu… [Event Website]

Boys and Girls Club ''It Just Takes One'' Campaign

by: Cal Editor

Boys and Girls Clubs of Acadiana

Admission: Free

Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana have kicked off its annual It Just Takes One campaign which will run March 1 thru April 30. The campaign will raise funds for the Clubs after-school programs and services for youth, ages 6-18, living in Lafayette, Iberia, St. Landry, and Vermilion. This campaign seeks donations primarily from individuals. To make a donation or to volunteer, contact the Boys & Girls Club office at 337-268-9555 or visit the Web site at www.bgcacadiana.com.… [Event Website]

Black History 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 Alicia Johnson. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1 - March 31, 2013. A preview reception for the exhibit is scheduled for Thursday, February 7, 2013 from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Johnson is a native of Opelousas. She currently resides in New Orleans, LA. Johnson obtained a Bachelors of Art with a concentration in painting from McNeese State University. She is in the process of receiving her Masters of… [Event Website]

Art of the Moment

by: LCVC

Poupart's Bistro, Gordon Square, Lafayette

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Debbie Berkheiser. [Event Website]

True to Form

by: LCVC

Green Apple & Lafayette Visitors Center

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Kerry Griechen & clay by Bruce Gauthier. [Event Website]

ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium

by: LCVC

5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518

11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.

Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a

Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.

Jazz at the Center Season Lineup- ACA

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Friday, October 05, 2012 to Friday, May 03, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

2nd Saturday ArtWalk

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Downtown Lafayette

From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

FEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.

The Modern Universe

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]

The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 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!!

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 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 Editor

Lafayette 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 Lafayette

735 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, Mar 20, 2013

John Buck: C'est Magnifique

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

John Buck: C'est Magnifique John Buck: Cest Magnifique will showcase the unique work and skill of internationally renowned sculptor, woodcarver, and printmaker, John Buck. The artist creates intricately carved woodblocks, which he uses to make prints by hand rubbing rather than through mechanical processing. This labor-intensive technique produces prints that are high in quality and limited in edition. Additionally, Buck carves and assembles elaborate sculptures consisting of unexpected combinations of objects. These sculptures vary i… [Event Website]

LSU vs. (Baseball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

6:30 PM

Religious Icon Art Exhibit

by: Cathedral of St. John Museum & Gift Shop

515 Cathedral St., Lafayette, LA 70501

Religious Icon Art Exhibit by Christine Daunis [Event Website]

FBL The Wounded Heart

by: Cal Editor

First Babtist Church, 1100 Lee Ave.

6:00pm

The Wounded Heart is for adult women who are victims of childhood sexual abuse. This group will go step-by-step through the process of change: facing the truth about past and present experiences and feelings; wrestling with God, other people, and self; and understanding the goals and fears that determine how to relate to others. Based on the book by Dr. Dan Allender, the goal is hope and healing for survivors. … [Event Website]

The Friends of the Humanities hosts New Orleans Fiction and Film Classes

by: Cal Editor

Griffin Hall Rm 321, UL Lafayette Campus

6:30pm-8:30pm

Admission: $75, $100

The Friends of the Humanities invite all to attend a "Books and Films" course highlighting New Orleans, taught by Dr. Mary Ann Wilson, professor of English at UL Lafayette. The five class course will meet Wednesday evenings beginning Feb. 20th through March 20th from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. in room 321 in Griffin Hall on the UL Lafayette Campus. The cost is $75 for Friends of the Humanities members and $100 for others. Those interested are invited to contact Dr. Mary Ann Wilson at 337-298-0406 or email: … [Event Website]

Regular Board Meeting

by: Lafayette Parish School System

12:30 PM

03/20/13 5:30pm Regular Board Meeting View agenda for this meeting. Minutes of previous meetings can be found at esb.lpssonline.com [Event Website]

IPL VITA Volunteer Tax Services

by: Cal Editor

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

9:00am-2:00pm

Admission: Free

Tax season is here, and the Iberia Parish Library will be hosting the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) services. This is your opportunity to get your simple tax forms processed professionally for FREE at the Main Library. The service is offered on a first- come first-served basis; however appointments will be made upon arrival to cut down on wait times. VITA will be at the Main Library starting Saturday, February 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and continuing every Wednesday and Saturday after … [Event Website]

Cajun Dancing Classes at Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

7:30 PM

Wednesday, March 20, 2013 from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. [Event Website]

Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

North Regional Library

10:30 AM

Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]

Toddler Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

10:30 AM

Toddler Time: Fifteen-minute story sessions geared to children 18-35 months. Adults must accompany toddlers. [Event Website]

Baby Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

South 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. [Event Website]

Story Castle

by: Lafayette Public Library

Jefferson St Library

10:30 AM

STORY CASTLE Begin your child’s literacyeducation early with a star-studded lineup ofstorytelling, music, fingerplays, and othereducational activities. Day care centers must call 261-5779in advance. For children ages 3-6. [Event Website]

SPREADSHEETS CLASS: Free Computer Class

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

1:00 PM

Electronic Resources Librarian Martin Cooperson will teach computer classes. Spreadsheets Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classes Material covered: This course will introduce students to spreadsheet terminology and concepts. Specifically, students will learn how to enter text and numbers, use mathematical functions and create formulas, and develop some basic charts. Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Monday, February 25 at 9:00 AM. Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]

Buying and Keeping a Home

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:00 PM

Presented in Partnership with the Lafayette Consolidated Governments Neighborhood Counseling Services. All programs will take place at the South Regional Library, located at 6101 Johnston Street. For more information, contact 981-1028.Mortgage Foreclosures(with Attorney Greg Landry)Tuesday, March 126:00-8:00 pmCant pay your mortgage? Learn the foreclosure process and options for keeping your home.Home Buying ForumWednesday, March 206:00-8:00 pmConsidering home ownership? Get answers to your questions about the… [Event Website]

Bedtime Stories

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:00 PM

Bedtime Stories: Held on designated Wednesdays at 6:00 pm at the South Regional Library. This program is a night-time version of Family Story Time. No preregistration required. On March 13 and April 10, stories will be told in French. [Event Website]

Cajun Dancing Lessons

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

6:00pm

Admission: $60

Learning the traditional Cajun waltz, 2-step, jig, ever changing jitterbug and the many turns and embellishments that dance instructor Barbara Broussard incorporates is proven to be nothing but fun. However, there is one thing that must be understood. When you think about Cajun dance, you must think: Mlange, French for mixture. Cajun dance is a mixture of many standards and personal styles from many parts of Cajun Country and other parts of the world. It is a dance that has the ability to transform ones s… [Event Website]

The Glass Mendacity

by: Cal Editor

Eunice Players Theatre, 121 E. Second St., Eunice

6:00pm

As the Eunice Players Theatre opens its 44th season, Jody L. Powell brings to the stage The Glass Mendacity, written by Maureen Morley and Tom Willmorth. The two-act comedy is a spoof of Tennessee Williams most famous plays, "The Glass Menagerie", "A Streetcar Named Desire", and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." Evening performances will be held March 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23 at 7:00 p.m. A matinee will be held Sunday, March 17 at 2:00 p.m. Dinner theatre (with steak and trimmings) is scheduled for Wednesday, March 20… [Event Website]

Charley G's March Wine Dinner

by: Cal Editor

Charley G's, 3809 Ambassador Caffery Parkway

7:00pm

Admission: $125

Charley G's next wine dinner will be on Wednesday March 20, 2013 at 7:00pm. They will be featuring wines from Hahn Winery and a winemaker will be joining them for the evening. More info on Hahn Winery can be found at www.hahnwinery.com The 5 course paired wine dinner is $125.00 per person, tax & gratuity included. Tables available by reservation only by calling 337-981-0108.… [Event Website]

Lafayette Wednesday Morning French Table

by: Cal Editor

Dwyer's Cafe, 323 Jefferson Street

7:00am

Admission: $20

The Lafayette Wednesday Morning French Table meets regularly at 7:00 AM each week at Dwyer's Cafe, 323 Jefferson Street, Lafayette, LA 70501.

Acadiana Republican Women Meeting

by: Cal Editor

River Oaks Napoleon Room, 520 East Kaliste Saloom Road

11:00am

Admission: $20

Louisiana Lieutenant Governor, Jay Dardenne, will be the speaker at the ARW Monthly Luncheon Meeting; Tuesday, March 20, 2013 @ River Oaks Center in the Napoleon room. Free Meeting starts @ 11AM until 1Pm. Buffet Lunch is Optional @ $20.00. The Public is invited to all ARW Luncheon Meetings

LAcadie, lAcadie?!?

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

6:30pm

Admission: Free

CODOFIL will show the 1971 documentary, LAcadie, lAcadie?!? at Cit des Arts to be followed by an open discussion on franco-responsabilit, linguistic rights and French-language activism with key actors of the local Francophone movement. Filmed in Moncton, New Brunswick in the late 1960s, LAcadie, lAcadie?!? follows a group of student protestors who fight for language equality in their community, of which the population is 40 percent French-speaking, but suffers nonetheless from linguistic prejudice and g… [Event Website]

CODOFIL French Film Screening at Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

09:30 PM

Wednesday, March 20, 2013 from 06:30 PM to 09:30 PM. [Event Website]

IPL Jeanerette Drop-In Easter Egg Craft

by: Cal Editor

Iberia Parish Jeanerette Branch, 411 Kentucky St., Jeanerette

3:00pm-5:00pm

Admission: Free

Make sure to hop into the Jeanerette Library with your little one to give them the chance to decorate their very own Easter Egg on Wednesday, March 20. Drop in anytime between 3:00-5:00 p.m. All ages are welcome. Call 276.4014 for more info. Sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Iberia Parish Library.… [Event Website]

IND Lecture Series: Politics in Louisiana 2013

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Hilton

12:00pm

Admission: $40, $350

The political landscape in Louisiana is never boring but 2013 could be a banner year for headlines. From a hot legislative agenda that includes major tax reform and more in the upcoming session to the U.S. Senate race this fall and Governor Jindals plans beyond, there has never been greater interest in Louisiana politics, its politicians and the potential impact they could have, not only within the state but across the entire nation. For ticket info, contact Robin Hebert by phone at 337.769.8603 or emai… [Event Website]

Special Board Meeting

by: Lafayette Parish School System

11:00 AM

03/20/13 4:00pm Special Board Meeting View agenda for this meeting. Minutes of previous meetings can be found at esb.lpssonline.com [Event Website]

Board Workshop

by: Lafayette Parish School System

11:30 AM

03/20/13 4:30pm Board Workshop View agenda for this meeting. Minutes of previous meetings can be found at esb.lpssonline.com [Event Website]

La Journe International de la Francophonie

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

6:30pm

Admission: Free

CODOFIL is celebrating the grand convocation of all of the French Tables in Louisiana. The evening will include a showing of sequences from the 1971 documentary LAcadie, lAcadie?!? (on the student protests for linguistic rights in Moncton, New Brunswick in the late 1960s) followed by a discussion on franco-responsabilit and activism with key actors from todays Francophone movement in Louisiana. Refreshments will be served and we will also be giving away 5 vintage-style, limited edition CODOFIL t-shirts. … [Event Website]

St. Josephs Altar

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

Originally an Italian Catholic tradition, St. Josephs Altar made its way into local Cajun and Creole churches after WWI and WWII. The tradition is still practiced to this day where churches will erect an altar in honor of St. Joseph. Learn about the first altar erected in the town square of Sicily several centuries ago as well as what the items on present day altars represent. Visitors will leave with a small bag of treats complete with a lucky fava bean.… [Event Website]

ART presents Chelsea Marcantel's "A Place To Land"

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, March 20, 2013 to Sunday, March 24, 2013. [Event Website]

Coteau Librarys Lucky Drop-In Craft

by: Cal Editor

Iberia Parish Coteau Library, 6308 Coteau Park Road, New Iberia

1:30pm-5:30pm

Admission: Free

Is your child feeling lucky this month? Make sure to take them to the Coteau Library starting on Monday, March 18 through Friday, March 22 from 1:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. They will have a chance to make their very own Lucky Leprechaun magnet! This craft is for all ages. However, younger children may require more parental assistance. For more information, please call the Coteau Library at 364.7430. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Iberia Parish Library.… [Event Website]

Harvey presented by Tea-Sippers at Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Friday, March 15, 2013 to Sunday, March 24, 2013. [Event Website]

Kidz Kabaret

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, February 27, 2013 to Friday, March 22, 2013. [Event Website]

Alternative Meets Mainstream

by: LCVC

Lafayette Art Gallery

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Acrylic paintings by popular artist Hope Hebert. Green Apple West. [Event Website]

Arc of Acadiana Mardi Gras Bead Drive

by: Cal Editor

Jefferson Street Pub, 500 Jefferson Street

Admission: Various Lafayette auto d

The Arc of Acadiana and the Lafayette Auto Dealer Association are proud to announce this year's upcoming Mardi Gras Bead Drive to help the developmentally and intellectually disabled in the community. Each year, these organizations team up to provide employment opportunities for Arc's clients. This year's Bead Drive is scheduled to run from February 6 through March 20. The community is encouraged to participate by dropping off leftover Mardi Gras beads at any of the following LADA dealerships: Service Chevrolet Cadillac; Giles Nissan, Volvo, Subaru; Acadiana Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Mazda; Sterling KIA, Hyundai, Suzuki; Southwest Volkswagen; Moss Motors Honda, BMW, Mercedes-Benz; Courtesy Buick, GMC; Hampton Toyota, Mitsubishi; and Hub City Ford.

Freeze Frame XXVII Photo Competition

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Art Association & Gallery, 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd.

12:00pm-5:00pm

Admission: Free

Freeze Frame XXVII - 27th - Annual Regional Photographic Competition is on exhibit through March 10th, hosted by Lafayette Art Association & Gallery. Over 40 photographers are participants in 8 categories with jurying, judging and ribbon awards in each category. LAA is located in The Heart of the Oil Center at 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd. Hours: Noon - 5pm, Tuesday thru Friday. Call 269-0363 or go online for more information: www.lafayetteart.org. Also on exhibit is: Art Rules the Day, Oils by Pat Bourqu… [Event Website]

Boys and Girls Club ''It Just Takes One'' Campaign

by: Cal Editor

Boys and Girls Clubs of Acadiana

Admission: Free

Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana have kicked off its annual It Just Takes One campaign which will run March 1 thru April 30. The campaign will raise funds for the Clubs after-school programs and services for youth, ages 6-18, living in Lafayette, Iberia, St. Landry, and Vermilion. This campaign seeks donations primarily from individuals. To make a donation or to volunteer, contact the Boys & Girls Club office at 337-268-9555 or visit the Web site at www.bgcacadiana.com.… [Event Website]

Black History 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 Alicia Johnson. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1 - March 31, 2013. A preview reception for the exhibit is scheduled for Thursday, February 7, 2013 from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Johnson is a native of Opelousas. She currently resides in New Orleans, LA. Johnson obtained a Bachelors of Art with a concentration in painting from McNeese State University. She is in the process of receiving her Masters of… [Event Website]

Art of the Moment

by: LCVC

Poupart's Bistro, Gordon Square, Lafayette

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Debbie Berkheiser. [Event Website]

True to Form

by: LCVC

Green Apple & Lafayette Visitors Center

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Kerry Griechen & clay by Bruce Gauthier. [Event Website]

ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium

by: LCVC

5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518

11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.

Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a

Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.

Jazz at the Center Season Lineup- ACA

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Friday, October 05, 2012 to Friday, May 03, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

2nd Saturday ArtWalk

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Downtown Lafayette

From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

FEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.

The Modern Universe

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]

The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 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!!

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 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 Editor

Lafayette 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 Lafayette

735 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, Mar 21, 2013

Death Takes a Holiday

by: Cal Editor

Burke-Hawthrone Hall, UL Campus

7:30pm

Admission: $15

Death Takes a Holiday The UL Lafayette Opera Theatre is thrilled to be presenting Maury Yestons new musical, Death Takes a Holiday this spring in Burke-Hawthorne Hall. The musical runs on March 21, 22 and 23 at 7:30PM and March 24 at 3PM. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at pfar.louisiana.edu . Tickets are $15 for individuals and $5 for people under 18. They are also free for UL Lafayette students, faculty and staff. … [Event Website]

Cane Fire Film Series presents ''Wagner and Me''

by: Cal Editor

Blanco Theatre at the LITE Center, 527 Cajundome Blvd.

7:30pm

Admission: $40

Cane Fire Film Series presents ''Wagner and Me'' The Cane Fire Film Series presents WAGNER AND ME featuring a German buffet and beer-tasting dinner to benefit PASA. Tickets are available by calling PASA at 337-237-2787 or Cane Fire Film Series (337) 356-5153. Tickets can also be purchased through CFFS paypal account - canefirefilmseries@att.net - tickets are $40 and include the whole evening in the LITE Center lobby.… [Event Website]

John Buck: C'est Magnifique

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

John Buck: C'est Magnifique John Buck: Cest Magnifique will showcase the unique work and skill of internationally renowned sculptor, woodcarver, and printmaker, John Buck. The artist creates intricately carved woodblocks, which he uses to make prints by hand rubbing rather than through mechanical processing. This labor-intensive technique produces prints that are high in quality and limited in edition. Additionally, Buck carves and assembles elaborate sculptures consisting of unexpected combinations of objects. These sculptures vary i… [Event Website]

LSU vs. (Men's Basketball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

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LSU at (Swimming and Diving)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

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War on the Teche

by: Cal Editor

Jeanerette Bicentenial Park and Museum, 500 E. Main St., Jeanerette

6:00pm

Admission: Free

Well known historian, Roger Busbice, will lead a talk on local Civil War battles at 6 p.m. on Thursday, March 21 at the Jeanerette Bicentennial Park and Museum located at 500 East Main St., Jeanerette. Busbice was Chief Historian for Louisiana's Old State Capitol and he was a longtime adjunct instructor of history for Nicholls State University and for the LSU Lagniappe Program. This program is suitable for teenagers and adults and is held free of charge. For more information, contact the museum at 337-2… [Event Website]

30th Anniversary Speakers Series: Spirituality at the End of Life with Rev. Scott Bullock

by: Hospice of Acadiana, Inc.

Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center, 2600 Johnston St. Lafayette, LA

12:00pm

Admission: None

Join Hospice of Acadiana in welcoming Rev. Scott Bullock, of the First Methodist Church of New Iberia in examining the aspects of Spirituality at the End of Life. Rev. Bullock will explore the truths and myths around this sacred event. Registration is required contact: Ann or Tammy at 337.232.1234 … [Event Website]

Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

Youngsville Branch

9:30 AM

Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]

Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

Duson Branch

10:00 AM

Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]

Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

Milton Branch

10:30 AM

Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]

Family Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

10:30 AM

Family Story Time includes storytelling, music, and educational activities for all ages. No preregistration required. [Event Website]

Popcorn Theater

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

4:00 PM

Ages 5–12 years. Enjoy a great movie with free popcorn and drinks!Thursday, March 21 4:00 PMHere Comes the Boom(2012) 105 min Rated PGA high school biology teacher takes up mixed-martial arts fighting in an effort to raise money to save extra-curricular activities from being axed at his school.Thursday, April 25 4:00 PMWreck-It Ralph(2012) 108 min Rated PGA video game villain wants to be a hero and sets out to fulfill his dream, but his quest brings havoc to the arcade where he lives.… [Event Website]

Founding the Sisters of Our Lady of Lourdes

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

7:00 PM

In observance of Women’s History Month, Lisa Marie Brown will discuss her book Posing as Nuns, Passing for White: The Gouley Sisters, which follows the story of four sisters who founded one of the first congregation of nuns for women of color.Thursday, March 217:00-8:00 pmSouth Regional Library (981-1028)… [Event Website]

Verbatim Verboten

by: Cal Editor

The Feed & Seed, 106 N. Grant Street

7:00pm

Admission: $5

Verbatim Verboten, created in Chicago over 10 years ago, is an ever-changing revue of brief, staged transcripts. This is an evening of word-for-word performances of noted and notorious folk (also some 'civilians') saying things they never intended the public to hear: surveillance tapes, wiretapped conversations, forgotten live mics, on-camera diatribes, released emails, private correspondence, 911 calls, and the like.… [Event Website]

New Volunteer Training

by: CASA of SoLA

1819 W. Pinhook Rd, Suite 101, Lafayette, LA 70508

5:30pm-8:30pm

Admission: Free

Court Appointed Special Advocates are community volunteers from all walks of life who stand up for foster children, advocating for their best interest insuring that all of their needs are being met. CASA of SoLA serves Acadia, Lafayette and Vermilion Parishes. Everything our volunteers need to know, they learn during training. … [Event Website]

A Day in the Life

by: Cal Editor

Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site, 1200 N. Main St., St. Martinville

Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site. Walk through Maison Olivier and learn about life on a sugar plantation in the 1800s. Continue to the Farmstead and compare plantation life to the life of an Acadian yeoman farmer. Staff will dress in historic costumes. Students will be able to try out chores, toys and games from the period. 1200 N. Main St., St. Martinville. For more information, please call 337-394-3754.… [Event Website]

Lyceum: The Flexible Self

by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette

UL's Moody Hall Rm 103

6:30pm

Admission: free

Dr. Louise McHugh, a prominent researcher in her field of study from University College Dublin in Ireland, will be giving a talk on the self and perspective taking from a functional contextual paradigm. [Event Website]

AOC Festival International volunteer training

by: Cal Editor

AOC Community Media Television Studio Multi-Purpose Room, Rosa Parks Transportation Center, Suite 100

6:30pm

Admission: $25-$35

Join AOC for its mandatory volunteer training session for this year's Festival International. Volunteers must be current AOC members. Annual memberships range from $25-$35. Individuals can join AOC or renew their memberships at www.aocinc.org. [Event Website]

Tsering Phunstok lecture

by: Cal Editor

Coffee Depot, 902 St. Mary St., Scott

7:00pm

Admission: Free

The venerable Tsering Phunstok is visiting and will share about compassion, patience and forgiveness. His presentation will be at the Coffee Depot at 7pm in Scott. The event is free but donations are welcome. He will be doing a smoke ritual in my back yard in Scott at 3 PM. All are w He will also be seeing individuals for personal direction Call Becca Begnaud for more info or to schedule an appt @ (337) 230-8615.

St. Josephs Altar

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

Originally an Italian Catholic tradition, St. Josephs Altar made its way into local Cajun and Creole churches after WWI and WWII. The tradition is still practiced to this day where churches will erect an altar in honor of St. Joseph. Learn about the first altar erected in the town square of Sicily several centuries ago as well as what the items on present day altars represent. Visitors will leave with a small bag of treats complete with a lucky fava bean.… [Event Website]

Man of La Mancha

by: Cal Editor

Essanee Theatre, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia

7:30pm

Admission: $15, $20

Man of La Mancha, the award wining musical will be presented by the Iberia Performing Arts League March 8-24 at the Essanee Theater in New Iberia.. Thursday, Friday, Saturday performances are at 7:30 and Sunday Matinees at 3:00. Tickets $15 ($20 at door). Iberia Performing Arts League, 126 Iberia Street, New Iberia. Call 364-6114 or e-mail ipal@cox.net for information. Rating PG. … [Event Website]

The Glass Mendacity

by: Cal Editor

Eunice Players Theatre, 121 E. Second St., Eunice

6:00pm

As the Eunice Players Theatre opens its 44th season, Jody L. Powell brings to the stage The Glass Mendacity, written by Maureen Morley and Tom Willmorth. The two-act comedy is a spoof of Tennessee Williams most famous plays, "The Glass Menagerie", "A Streetcar Named Desire", and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." Evening performances will be held March 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23 at 7:00 p.m. A matinee will be held Sunday, March 17 at 2:00 p.m. Dinner theatre (with steak and trimmings) is scheduled for Wednesday, March 20… [Event Website]

The Miracle Worker

by: Cal Editor

Delta Grand, 120 N. Market Street Opelousas

7:00pm

Opelousas Little Theatre announces the opening of its spring production, "The Miracle Worker" directed by Dana Reed. This three act story brings heart and hope to a heartless situation of a child losing her sight, hearing and never learning to speak until a new young teacher comes with her own tragic childhood memories and determination to correct and teach what she can. Playing Helen Keller is Emma LeDoux, Annie Sullivan is played by Angie Benoit McBride, Captain and Kate Keller are Mike Lain and Erika… [Event Website]

Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy

by: LCVC

444 Cajundome Blvd., Lafayette, LA 70506

Check website for times.

Admission: Rinkside - $40, VIP - $3

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of your favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

ART presents Chelsea Marcantel's "A Place To Land"

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, March 20, 2013 to Sunday, March 24, 2013. [Event Website]

Coteau Librarys Lucky Drop-In Craft

by: Cal Editor

Iberia Parish Coteau Library, 6308 Coteau Park Road, New Iberia

1:30pm-5:30pm

Admission: Free

Is your child feeling lucky this month? Make sure to take them to the Coteau Library starting on Monday, March 18 through Friday, March 22 from 1:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. They will have a chance to make their very own Lucky Leprechaun magnet! This craft is for all ages. However, younger children may require more parental assistance. For more information, please call the Coteau Library at 364.7430. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Iberia Parish Library.… [Event Website]

Harvey presented by Tea-Sippers at Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Friday, March 15, 2013 to Sunday, March 24, 2013. [Event Website]

Kidz Kabaret

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, February 27, 2013 to Friday, March 22, 2013. [Event Website]

Alternative Meets Mainstream

by: LCVC

Lafayette Art Gallery

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Acrylic paintings by popular artist Hope Hebert. Green Apple West. [Event Website]

Freeze Frame XXVII Photo Competition

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Art Association & Gallery, 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd.

12:00pm-5:00pm

Admission: Free

Freeze Frame XXVII - 27th - Annual Regional Photographic Competition is on exhibit through March 10th, hosted by Lafayette Art Association & Gallery. Over 40 photographers are participants in 8 categories with jurying, judging and ribbon awards in each category. LAA is located in The Heart of the Oil Center at 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd. Hours: Noon - 5pm, Tuesday thru Friday. Call 269-0363 or go online for more information: www.lafayetteart.org. Also on exhibit is: Art Rules the Day, Oils by Pat Bourqu… [Event Website]

Boys and Girls Club ''It Just Takes One'' Campaign

by: Cal Editor

Boys and Girls Clubs of Acadiana

Admission: Free

Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana have kicked off its annual It Just Takes One campaign which will run March 1 thru April 30. The campaign will raise funds for the Clubs after-school programs and services for youth, ages 6-18, living in Lafayette, Iberia, St. Landry, and Vermilion. This campaign seeks donations primarily from individuals. To make a donation or to volunteer, contact the Boys & Girls Club office at 337-268-9555 or visit the Web site at www.bgcacadiana.com.… [Event Website]

Black History 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 Alicia Johnson. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1 - March 31, 2013. A preview reception for the exhibit is scheduled for Thursday, February 7, 2013 from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Johnson is a native of Opelousas. She currently resides in New Orleans, LA. Johnson obtained a Bachelors of Art with a concentration in painting from McNeese State University. She is in the process of receiving her Masters of… [Event Website]

Art of the Moment

by: LCVC

Poupart's Bistro, Gordon Square, Lafayette

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Debbie Berkheiser. [Event Website]

True to Form

by: LCVC

Green Apple & Lafayette Visitors Center

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Kerry Griechen & clay by Bruce Gauthier. [Event Website]

ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium

by: LCVC

5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518

11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.

Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a

Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.

Jazz at the Center Season Lineup- ACA

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Friday, October 05, 2012 to Friday, May 03, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

2nd Saturday ArtWalk

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Downtown Lafayette

From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

FEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.

The Modern Universe

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]

The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 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!!

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 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 Editor

Lafayette 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 Lafayette

735 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, Mar 22, 2013

Death Takes a Holiday

by: Cal Editor

Burke-Hawthrone Hall, UL Campus

7:30pm

Admission: $15

Death Takes a Holiday The UL Lafayette Opera Theatre is thrilled to be presenting Maury Yestons new musical, Death Takes a Holiday this spring in Burke-Hawthorne Hall. The musical runs on March 21, 22 and 23 at 7:30PM and March 24 at 3PM. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at pfar.louisiana.edu . Tickets are $15 for individuals and $5 for people under 18. They are also free for UL Lafayette students, faculty and staff. … [Event Website]

DTA! with Creole String Beans

by: Cal Editor

Parc Sans Souci, Downtown Lafayette

6:00pm-8:30pm

Admission: Free

DTA! with Creole String Beans Straight from GRAMMY consideration in 2012, the Creole String Beans are coming back to DTA! The classic New Orleans Party Band with Lafayette flavor brings exceptional taste in song selection and a repertoire that ranges far and wide from Fats Domino and Bobby Charles to Duke Ellington and NRBQ, the 'Beans are able to take their devoted dance fans to dangerous altitudes of twistin'n'shoutin' ecstasy with high energy and melodic finesse. Called "the best tasting band in New Orleans" by Chef John Besh, Th… [Event Website]

Jazz @ the Center: Terence Blanchard Quintet

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

9:30 PM

Jazz @ the Center: Terence Blanchard Quintet Friday, March 22, 2013 from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. [Event Website]

John Buck: C'est Magnifique

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

John Buck: C'est Magnifique John Buck: Cest Magnifique will showcase the unique work and skill of internationally renowned sculptor, woodcarver, and printmaker, John Buck. The artist creates intricately carved woodblocks, which he uses to make prints by hand rubbing rather than through mechanical processing. This labor-intensive technique produces prints that are high in quality and limited in edition. Additionally, Buck carves and assembles elaborate sculptures consisting of unexpected combinations of objects. These sculptures vary i… [Event Website]

LSU at (Women's Tennis)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away:

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LSU vs. (Men's Tennis)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

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LSU vs. (Softball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

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LSU vs. (Baseball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

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LSU at (Swimming and Diving)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away:

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LSU vs. (Track and Field)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

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LSU vs. (Women's Golf)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

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Terence Blanchard Quintet at ACA

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

10:00 PM

Friday, March 22, 2013 from 7:30 PM to 10:00 PM. [Event Website]

Natural Easter Egg Dyeing

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

10:00am-4:00pm

Easter comes in the spring, when the earth renews itself after a long, cold winter. And while Easter is identified with spring and rebirth, it is the egg that has come to signify the season, and the Easter holiday itself. Learn about the tradition behind Easter egg dyeing as well as natural dyeing techniques that were used before modern day food coloring was around. … [Event Website]

Claws for a Cause

by: LARC's Acadian Village

LARC's Acadian Village

5:00pm-8:00pm

Admission: $15.00, 3 pounds of craw

Claws for a Cause is a crawfish boil fundraiser which will feature hot boiled crawfish, live music by La Recolte, Cajun dancing, kids entertainment and more. Orders of 3lbs. of crawfish and two potatoes will be served for only $15.00. Fried fish, beer, and other beverages will be available for purchase at the event.… [Event Website]

Jazz at the Center: Terence Blanchard Quintet

by: LCVC

AcA, 101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette

7:30-9:30 p.m.

Admission: Tier 1 $40 VIP Table sea

With the great Louis Armstrong for inspiration, it's no surprise that New Orleans has produced the two greatest Jazz trumpeters of this era. Terence Blanchard is also one of the most prolific musicians in the world. His discography spans more than 30 albums, while his 25+ soundtracks have been nominated for both Golden Globe and Emmy awards. A two-time Grammy winner and five-time nominee, Blanchard and his fantastic band are frequent guests at major Jazz Festivals around the world. This is a show fo… [Event Website]

Bach Lunch

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

01:00 PM

Friday, March 22, 2013 from 11:15 AM to 01:00 PM. [Event Website]

Jazz @ the Center: Terence Blanchard Quintet

by: Cal Editor

AcA James Moncus Theatre

7:30pm

The AcA presents the latest installment of its Jazz @ the Center Series featuring the Terence Blanchard Quintet [Event Website]

Lafayette Friday Afternoon French Table

by: Cal Editor

Johnston Street Java, 3123 Johnston St

5:00pm

Admission: Free

The Lafayette Friday Afternoon French Table meets regularly at 5:00 PM each week at Johnston Street Java, 3123 Johnston St., Lafayette, LA 70503.

Creole Sting Beans at Downtown Alive!

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
Friday, March 22, 2013 from 05:30 PM to . [Event Website]

Claws for Cause

by: Cal Editor

Acadian Village, 200 Greenleaf Drive

5:00pm-8:00pm

Admission: $15

LARCs Acadian Village will host the 4th annual Claws for a Cause fundraiser on March 22, 2013 to benefit persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Claws for a Cause is a crawfish boil fundraiser which will feature hot boiled crawfish, live music by La Rcolte, Cajun dancing, kids entertainment and more. Orders of 3lbs. of crawfish and two potatoes will be served for only $15.00. Fried fish dinners, beer, and other beverages will also be available for purchase at the event. All proceeds w… [Event Website]

Stand Up Paddleboarding 101

by: Cal Editor

Sugar Mill Pond, Youngsville

5:15pm

Admission: $45

Join us to catch the new wave of paddling that's sweeping the country. Stand up paddle boarding (SUP), or in the Hawaiian language Hoe he'e nalu, is an emerging global sport with a Hawaiian heritage. The sport gives the paddler a higher viewpoint, a strong 'core' workout and a fun new way to explore our waterways. SUP'ing is perfect for not only exploring, but also cruising, working out, fishing and distance paddling. Our clinic will begin with a dry-land overview of equipment, launching, transition to st… [Event Website]

Jazz @ the Center

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

09:00 PM

Friday, March 22, 2013 from 07:30 PM to 09:00 PM. [Event Website]

IMAN! France's World Renowned Mime/Clown Performs in New Breaux Bridge Theater!

by: Your Name or Company

Glass Room Theater on the Bayou, Breaux Bridge

8:00pm

Admission: $15 to $100 per person

[Description] Put this Link in your status to SHARE this event: https://www.facebook.com/events/274739675992269/ PRESS RELEASE: Thursday, February 28, 2013, 3:00pm INFO/MEDIA CONTACT: 337-366-1692 France's World Renowned Mime/Juggler/EuroClown - Iman Lizarazu - delivers Inaugural Performance in New Breaux Bridge Performing Arts Venue! Friday, March 22, 2013, 6:45pm VIP Event, 8:00pm Performance Glass Room Theater on The Bayou 100 Berard St., Breaux Bridge, LA, 70517, 337-442-6630 Summary: Breaux … [Event Website]

Board Executive Committee

by: Lafayette Parish School System

5:30 AM

03/22/13 10:30am Board Executive Committee View agenda for this meeting. Minutes of previous meetings can be found at esb.lpssonline.com [Event Website]

Plein Air Workshop

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Art Association, 1008 East St. Mary Boulevard, Lafayette

Admission: $230, $260

This is a plein air workshop in oils featuring the talented teaching professional from New Hampshire, Stapleton Kearns. Stapleton Kearns is a professional landscape painter who will fill your workshop experience with valuable techniques, ideas, and methods based on a classical impressionist approach. The 3-day workshop will be conducted on privately owned land in Cankton, LA which is approximately a 20 minute drive from downtown Lafayette. There is a cabin on the property with bathroom and kitchen facilities. The 3-day workshop will be March 22, 23 and 24, 2013. The workshop fees are $330 for members and $360 for non-members. A $100 deposit will secure your spot for this 3 day workshop, and all fees must be paid by March 1, 2013. Materials list available upon registration or send request to: mtrandol@gmail.com.

Man of La Mancha

by: Cal Editor

Essanee Theatre, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia

7:30pm

Admission: $15, $20

Man of La Mancha, the award wining musical will be presented by the Iberia Performing Arts League March 8-24 at the Essanee Theater in New Iberia.. Thursday, Friday, Saturday performances are at 7:30 and Sunday Matinees at 3:00. Tickets $15 ($20 at door). Iberia Performing Arts League, 126 Iberia Street, New Iberia. Call 364-6114 or e-mail ipal@cox.net for information. Rating PG. … [Event Website]

The Glass Mendacity

by: Cal Editor

Eunice Players Theatre, 121 E. Second St., Eunice

6:00pm

As the Eunice Players Theatre opens its 44th season, Jody L. Powell brings to the stage The Glass Mendacity, written by Maureen Morley and Tom Willmorth. The two-act comedy is a spoof of Tennessee Williams most famous plays, "The Glass Menagerie", "A Streetcar Named Desire", and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." Evening performances will be held March 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23 at 7:00 p.m. A matinee will be held Sunday, March 17 at 2:00 p.m. Dinner theatre (with steak and trimmings) is scheduled for Wednesday, March 20… [Event Website]

Harvey

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

7:30pm

Admission: $10

Harvey The Tea-Sippers, a local theatre troupe, will perform Harvey by Mary Chase on March and 15, 16 and 17 March 22, 23, and 24, 2013 at 7:30 on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:00 on Sundays at Cite Des Arts in downtown Lafayette. Tickets are available for $10 in advance at citedesarts.org or at the door. Harvey, a play by Mary Chase, follows the life of Elwood P. Dowd, a charming man who keeps company with a six foot tall, invisible rabbit named Harvey. For more information on the performances or The Tea-Sip… [Event Website]

The Miracle Worker

by: Cal Editor

Delta Grand, 120 N. Market Street Opelousas

7:00pm

Opelousas Little Theatre announces the opening of its spring production, "The Miracle Worker" directed by Dana Reed. This three act story brings heart and hope to a heartless situation of a child losing her sight, hearing and never learning to speak until a new young teacher comes with her own tragic childhood memories and determination to correct and teach what she can. Playing Helen Keller is Emma LeDoux, Annie Sullivan is played by Angie Benoit McBride, Captain and Kate Keller are Mike Lain and Erika… [Event Website]

Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy

by: LCVC

444 Cajundome Blvd., Lafayette, LA 70506

Check website for times.

Admission: Rinkside - $40, VIP - $3

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of your favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

ART presents Chelsea Marcantel's "A Place To Land"

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, March 20, 2013 to Sunday, March 24, 2013. [Event Website]

Coteau Librarys Lucky Drop-In Craft

by: Cal Editor

Iberia Parish Coteau Library, 6308 Coteau Park Road, New Iberia

1:30pm-5:30pm

Admission: Free

Is your child feeling lucky this month? Make sure to take them to the Coteau Library starting on Monday, March 18 through Friday, March 22 from 1:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m. They will have a chance to make their very own Lucky Leprechaun magnet! This craft is for all ages. However, younger children may require more parental assistance. For more information, please call the Coteau Library at 364.7430. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Library and the Iberia Parish Library.… [Event Website]

Harvey presented by Tea-Sippers at Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Friday, March 15, 2013 to Sunday, March 24, 2013. [Event Website]

Kidz Kabaret

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, February 27, 2013 to Friday, March 22, 2013. [Event Website]

Alternative Meets Mainstream

by: LCVC

Lafayette Art Gallery

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Acrylic paintings by popular artist Hope Hebert. Green Apple West. [Event Website]

Freeze Frame XXVII Photo Competition

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Art Association & Gallery, 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd.

12:00pm-5:00pm

Admission: Free

Freeze Frame XXVII - 27th - Annual Regional Photographic Competition is on exhibit through March 10th, hosted by Lafayette Art Association & Gallery. Over 40 photographers are participants in 8 categories with jurying, judging and ribbon awards in each category. LAA is located in The Heart of the Oil Center at 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd. Hours: Noon - 5pm, Tuesday thru Friday. Call 269-0363 or go online for more information: www.lafayetteart.org. Also on exhibit is: Art Rules the Day, Oils by Pat Bourqu… [Event Website]

Boys and Girls Club ''It Just Takes One'' Campaign

by: Cal Editor

Boys and Girls Clubs of Acadiana

Admission: Free

Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana have kicked off its annual It Just Takes One campaign which will run March 1 thru April 30. The campaign will raise funds for the Clubs after-school programs and services for youth, ages 6-18, living in Lafayette, Iberia, St. Landry, and Vermilion. This campaign seeks donations primarily from individuals. To make a donation or to volunteer, contact the Boys & Girls Club office at 337-268-9555 or visit the Web site at www.bgcacadiana.com.… [Event Website]

Black History 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 Alicia Johnson. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1 - March 31, 2013. A preview reception for the exhibit is scheduled for Thursday, February 7, 2013 from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Johnson is a native of Opelousas. She currently resides in New Orleans, LA. Johnson obtained a Bachelors of Art with a concentration in painting from McNeese State University. She is in the process of receiving her Masters of… [Event Website]

Art of the Moment

by: LCVC

Poupart's Bistro, Gordon Square, Lafayette

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Debbie Berkheiser. [Event Website]

True to Form

by: LCVC

Green Apple & Lafayette Visitors Center

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Kerry Griechen & clay by Bruce Gauthier. [Event Website]

ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium

by: LCVC

5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518

11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.

Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a

Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.

Jazz at the Center Season Lineup- ACA

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Friday, October 05, 2012 to Friday, May 03, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

2nd Saturday ArtWalk

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Downtown Lafayette

From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

FEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.

The Modern Universe

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]

The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 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!!

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 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 Editor

Lafayette 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 Lafayette

735 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, Mar 23, 2013

Death Takes a Holiday

by: Cal Editor

Burke-Hawthrone Hall, UL Campus

7:30pm

Admission: $15

Death Takes a Holiday The UL Lafayette Opera Theatre is thrilled to be presenting Maury Yestons new musical, Death Takes a Holiday this spring in Burke-Hawthorne Hall. The musical runs on March 21, 22 and 23 at 7:30PM and March 24 at 3PM. Tickets are available at the door or in advance at pfar.louisiana.edu . Tickets are $15 for individuals and $5 for people under 18. They are also free for UL Lafayette students, faculty and staff. … [Event Website]

Ride for Rox

by: Cal Editor

Noble Plastics, 318 Burleigh Lane, Grand Coteau

5:00pm

Admission: $35

Ride for Rox The Ride for Rox is an annual cycling event in memory of Roxanne Richard who was killed while riding her bicycle on the I-49 access road near Grand Coteau in October 2011. The event includes short (15 mile), medium (30 mile) and long (60 mile) distance routes with staggered start times. All rides begin and end at Noble Plastics (318 Burleigh Lane) in Grand Coteau. Registration is required. $35 fee includes rest stops with snacks and drinks, maps, road markings, t-shirts and lunch. Register at www.active.com … [Event Website]

7th Annual Walk for Hope and Family Fun Day

by: Cal Editor

Parc International, Downtown Lafayette

8:00am-12:00pm

Admission: $20

7th Annual Walk for Hope and Family Fun Day The 2013 Walk for Hope and Family Fun Day will begin with a 1-mile walk through downtown Lafayette followed by great family fun in Parc International. Lots of food, snacks, and soft drinks will be available. There will be lots of children's activities: small building kits, fun jumps, Mitch the Magician with MLRMagic.com, face painting, and a gaming trailer with indoor and outdoor video games and MORE! Music will be provided by Domingues Disc Jockey Service. Food and activities are included in the cost of … [Event Website]

Coppelia

by: Heymann Center

Heymann Performing Arts Center / Lafayette

07:00 PM

Admission: $40, $35, $30, $20

Coppelia Lafayette Ballet Theatre and principal guest dancers from the Houston Ballet present the humorous, full length classical ballet Coppelia. Considered to be the happiest ballet on earth, audiences will smile and laugh as Swanhilda impersonates Coppelia, a doll invented by the mad scientist, Dr. Coppelius, to win back the love of her fiance Franz. You don't want to miss this delightful story!… [Event Website]

Rob Rue's Comedy Hypnosis Show

by: Cal Editor

Rice Theatre, 424 N. Parkerson Ave., Crowley

8:00pm

Admission: $15

Rob Rue's Comedy Hypnosis Show A hilarious (clean!) stage show where audience members are part of the fun. See hypnosis unleash people's hidden Entertainer. Benefitting Angels 4 Paws, a non-profit dog rescue saving dogs from death row. [Event Website]

Riot at the ARG Corral

by: Cal Editor

Top Shelf Sports, 1616 Youngsville Hwy

6:00pm

Admission: $12, 410

Riot at the ARG Corral The Acadiana Roller Girls do battle with the Cajun Rollergirls for bragging rights as Cajun Country's Top Roller Derby Team. [Event Website]

Electronics Recycling at Cajun Harley Davidson

by: Cal Editor

Cajun Harley Davidson, 724 I-10 Frontage Ave., Scott

10:00am-2:00pm

Admission: Free

The Cajun Harley Davidson H.O.G. Chapter along with RCA and 5R Processors, Ltd. (WI) are teaming up together to help Scott, LA and the surrounding communities properly dispose of their household electronics equipment at no cost. 5R will be set up at Cajun Harley Davidson, 724 I-10 Frontage Avenue, on Saturday, March 23 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm where they will be accepting any old or obsolete electronics equipment. We will be accepting most consumer electronics and home office equipment including: compute… [Event Website]

Helicopter Egg Drop

by: Cal Editor

Comeaux High School, 100 W Bluebird Drive

11:00am

Admission: Free

Helicopter Egg Drop On March 23rd eggs will fall from the sky at Comeaux High School as Nouvelle Church hosts the 2nd annual Helicopter Easter Egg Drop. A helicopter will drop eggs onto the fields and children will have the opportunity to hunt 15,000 plastic Easter eggs on the soccer fields. This free event will begin at 11 am with registration and the egg drops will begin at 12:15 pm. Children will be split by age onto four separate fields. Once the eggs are on the field, children, age two through 5th grade, will be … [Event Website]

March Piastres en Masse

by: Cal Editor

Philippe's Wine Cellar, 3809 Ambassador Caffery

10:00am-2:00pm

Admission: Free

March Piastres en Masse FrancoJeunes invites you to come parlez franais and spend at least ten dollars at Marchs Piastres en Masse. This months lucky Franco-responsible business is Philippes Wine Cellar, located at 3809 Ambassador Caffery (near the intersection of Robley). For more information, visit http://www.facebook.com/fjlouisiane or e-mail francojeunes@gmail.com.… [Event Website]

John Buck: C'est Magnifique

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

John Buck: C'est Magnifique John Buck: Cest Magnifique will showcase the unique work and skill of internationally renowned sculptor, woodcarver, and printmaker, John Buck. The artist creates intricately carved woodblocks, which he uses to make prints by hand rubbing rather than through mechanical processing. This labor-intensive technique produces prints that are high in quality and limited in edition. Additionally, Buck carves and assembles elaborate sculptures consisting of unexpected combinations of objects. These sculptures vary i… [Event Website]

LSU vs. (Baseball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

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LSU vs. (Gymnastics)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

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LSU vs. (Softball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

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LSU at (Swimming and Diving)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

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LSU vs. (Track and Field)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

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LSU vs. (Women's Golf)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

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Acadiana Dragon Boat Festival

by: LCVC

Bouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia

7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Boat registration $2200.

Traditional dragon boats holding 20 rowers and one drummer will race down the Bayou Teche. Food, beverages, etc will be available and music through the day.

IPL VITA Volunteer Tax Services

by: Cal Editor

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

9:00am-2:00pm

Admission: Free

Tax season is here, and the Iberia Parish Library will be hosting the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) services. This is your opportunity to get your simple tax forms processed professionally for FREE at the Main Library. The service is offered on a first- come first-served basis; however appointments will be made upon arrival to cut down on wait times. VITA will be at the Main Library starting Saturday, February 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and continuing every Wednesday and Saturday after … [Event Website]

IPL VITA Volunteer Tax Services

by: Cal Editor

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

9:00am-2:00pm

Admission: Free

Tax season is here, and the Iberia Parish Library will be hosting the IRS Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) services. This is your opportunity to get your simple tax forms processed professionally for FREE at the Main Library. The service is offered on a first- come first-served basis; however appointments will be made upon arrival to cut down on wait times. VITA will be at the Main Library starting Saturday, February 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and continuing every Wednesday and Saturday after … [Event Website]

Cajun Jam

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

1:00pm-3:30pm

Join Vermilionville for their weekly Cajun Jam led by some of the areas finest musicians. The free jam is held in the Performance Center of Vermilionville and is open to all skill levels-beginner to professional. Free admission is for jam only and does not include entry to the park. For more info on the jam host visit the events calendar at vermilionville.org. Special thanks to the Cajun French Music Association for sponsoring our weekly jams!… [Event Website]

Easter Celebration

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

11:00am-3:30pm

Admission: $6, $4

Get into the holiday spirit early with an Easter celebration for the whole family at our historic village. There will be plenty to keep the kids busy including a hands on family cooking class (must register in advance), natural egg dyeing workshop where kids dye their own egg and enter it in our prettiest egg contest followed by a pquer tournament all the while listening to music from our weekly Cajun Jam. Admission is $6 for adults, $4 for students (3-18) and 3 & under enter free.… [Event Website]

Piano Bar and Show Tune Sing Along Night

by: Cal Editor

Clementine's, 113 E. Main St., New Iberia

9:00pm

Admission: $15

New Iberia, LA, Saturday, March 23, 2013 Chay Guillory and Phanat Xanamane are proud to announce a Show Tune sing along at Clementine's Downtown on March 23rd, 2013. The event will host an open-mic setup along with a live piano player, for people to sing their favorite Broadway hits! People are encouraged to come and sing, or just enjoy the show. The event is being hosted and sponsored by Envision da Berry. Chay Guillory is new to helping Envision da Berry, and is a music education major and accomplish… [Event Website]

Saturday Story Time en Francais

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

1:00 PM

Join us at the South Regional Library for two special Saturday Story Times in French.March 23 and April 2011:00 amStory Time Room [Event Website]

Urban Self-Reliance Series

by: Lafayette Public Library

North Regional Library

10:30 AM

Get practical, the Acadiana way! Sustain your household by consuming less and saving more. In our Urban Self-Reliance series, featuring speakers from the Lafayette Parish Master Gardeners, you’ll learn how to help your garden grow and so much more. All programs will take place at the North Regional Library in Carencro. Saturday, March 23 10:30 AMSustainable Living (Speaker: Marcus Descant) Learn how to combine economy with ecology, create edible landscaping and forage locally for better living.Sat… [Event Website]

St. Jo's 5k Jog

by: Cal Editor

Parish LIfe Center, Hwy 92 in Milton

9:00am

Admission: $25

The race will begin and end at the Parish Life Center. There will be a one mile fun run for all ages at 9:00am, followed by a 5k at 9:30am. All runners, joggers, walkers, and strollers are welcomed. Afterwards, you will be able to enjoy a delicious bowl of jambalaya, beverages, tons of door prizes, and lots of music. … [Event Website]

St. Jo's 5k Jog

by: Cal Editor

Parish LIfe Center, Hwy 92 in Milton

9:00am

Admission: $25

The race will begin and end at the Parish Life Center. There will be a one mile fun run for all ages at 9:00am, followed by a 5k at 9:30am. All runners, joggers, walkers, and strollers are welcomed. Afterwards, you will be able to enjoy a delicious bowl of jambalaya, beverages, tons of door prizes, and lots of music. … [Event Website]

Junior League of Lafayette 55 Anniversary Project

by: Cal Editor

Mouton Park Playground, 803 Center St.

3:00pm-5:00pm

Admission: Free

The Junior League of Lafayette is hosting a Free Community Celebration in honor of its 55th Anniversary. The League will celebrate the construction of a new playground with free food, prizes, and kid-friendly activities. This event is free and open to the public. The celebration begins at 3 pm on Saturday, March 23 at Mouton Park - 803 Center St. in Lafayette -near Teurlings high school.… [Event Website]

2013 Model Kids Talent SearchEvent to Benefit the Acadiana Autism Society

by: Cal Editor

River Dance, 129 River Ranch Blvd, Lafayette

8:30am

Admission: $25

The Acadiana Chapter of the American Advertising Federation and Images Model and Talent Agency will present the Model Kids Talent Search Saturday, March 23 at River Dance in Lafayette. Professional talent agents will scout up-and-coming singers, dancers, models, actors and actresses ages 4 to 25 years. In addition to exposure to these agents, two participants will be selected to win a trip to the Dallas Model and Talent Expo in June. Registration fees for the talent search are $25, and a portion of the events proceeds will benefit the Autism Society of Acadiana. Agents attending will be Mike Beaty, founder and president of Model and Talent Expo in Dallas, Texas; Daniel Jackson with Public Model Group in Los Angeles, Asia and Paris, France; and Fuji Ruiz with Trump Models in New York. Prospective models and talent may register the day of the event at River Dance Centre, 129 River Ranch Blvd, Lafayette, La. 70508. Registration for children ages 4 to 12 begins at 8:30 a.m. and registration for the adult group, ages 13 to 25, begins at 11 a.m. All registrants should bring a photo to attach to their applications. Inquiries about the event may be directed to Simone Foreman, owner of Images Model & Talent agency in Lafayette, at 337-406-2219 or via email at imagesmodeling@gmail.com.

LEF Vintage Vegas ReProm

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Hilton Ballroom

8:00pm-12:00am

Admission: $100

ReProm is LEFs signature fundraising event, inviting its guests to relive and recreate their high school prom. The 2013 Vintage Vegas ReProm will take place on March 23, 2013 from 8pm-12am at the Hilton Ballroom in Lafayette. Open seating tickets are $100 per person (21 and older) and include presentation of the prom court, fabulous food, open bar and live entertainment. Reserved tables of 8 are also available. You dont want to miss this event! Its sure to be an ace in the hole!… [Event Website]

Carencro Area Youth Sports, Inc.

by: Cal Editor

CAYSI Equipment Shed

2:00pm-5:00pm

Admission: $75, $65

Carencro Area Youth Sports Inc. At CAYSI equipment shed March 2nd,9th,16th and 23rd 2pm to 5pm Baseball Coordinator: Susan Alfred288-8300 Softball Coordinator: Linda Picard.849-6260 $75 First child, $65 each additional child. Website: www.caysi.org/… [Event Website]

New Volunteer Training

by: CASA of SoLA

1819 W. Pinhook Rd, Suite 101, Lafayette, LA 70508

9:00am-3:00pm

Admission: Free

Court Appointed Special Advocates are community volunteers from all walks of life who stand up for foster children, advocating for their best interest insuring that all of their needs are being met. CASA of SoLA serves Acadia, Lafayette and Vermilion Parishes. Everything our volunteers need to know, they learn during training. … [Event Website]

Healing House's Family Adventure Day

by: Cal Editor

Downtown Lafayette

10:00am-3:00pm

The AcA and Healing House team up to bring Family Adventure day to downtown Lafayette. [Event Website]

Alligator Craft for Kids

by: Cal Editor

Lake Fausse Pointe State Park, 5400 Levee Road, St. Martinville

11:00am

Lake Fausse Pointe State Park. 11 am. Following an educational presentation about our state reptile, children ages 5 and up will make a clothespin alligator to take home. 5400 Levee Road, St. Martinville, Louisiana 70582 For more information, please call 337-229-4764 or 888-677-7200 For more information, please call 337-229-4764 or 888-677-7200.… [Event Website]

Healing House - Family Adventure Day

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

03:00 PM

Saturday, March 23, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 03:00 PM. [Event Website]

March Country Madness Country Music Festival

by: Cal Editor

Paragon Casino Resort, Marksville

2:00pm-9:00pm

Admission: $35, $15, $50

Paragon Casino Resort is excited to announce the ultimate all day, indoor March Country Madness Music Festival. An awesome line-up of country music artists are set to take the stage on Saturday, March 23, with shows at 2pm, 7pm and 9pm. Mari Showroom tickets are $35 and Ballroom and Pelican Stage tickets are $15. A limited amount of all-access tickets are available for $50. Tickets are on sale now. Country music fans can enjoy hits by some of their favorite country stars. At 2pm in the Mari Showroom, Ty H… [Event Website]

Hub City Farmer's Market

by: Cal Editor

Oil Center

8:00am-12:00pm

Admission: Free

The Hub City Farmers Market is held every Saturday in the Oil Center located Every Saturday in the Oil Center at the grant mollet parking lot across the street from Champagnes. [Event Website]

Skyliners Big Band

by: Cal Editor

Petroleum Club, 111 Heymann Blvd., Oil Center

7:30pm-11:00pm

Admission: $15

Jump into Spring with the Skyliners Big Band featuring Billie Castle and Ron Gomez on Saturday March 23rd. Lafayette's own 20-piece jazz orchestra has been blowing the little town blues away since 1950. All are welcome at the Petroleum Club, 111 Heymann Blvd. in the Oil Center; 7:30-11:00 p.m. $15 per person at the door or get your season tickets for all six dances. Future dances will be on May 25, July 27, Sept. 28, and Nov. 30. For more information call 337-234-2133 or email the band at skylinersbigband@gmail.com.

Envision da Berry presents Showtunes Sing-Along

by: Cal Editor

Clementine's, 113 E. Main St., New Iberia

9:00pm-11:00pm

Admission: Free

Envision da Berry will present a Showtunes Sing-along evening, hosted at Clementines restaurant, downtown on March 23, 2013, and featuring pianist, Shane Courville. Guests will be encouraged to participate in this celebration of Broadway theatre by requesting and singing their favorite song(s) of choice. The entry is free and all proceeds collected throughout the evening will support Envision da Berrys ongoing community support projects.… [Event Website]

MOJO ROCKS for Hope to Benefit Autism Acadiana!

by: MOJO & The Bayou Gypsies

8:00pm

[Event Website]

Festival Eggstrordinaire

by: Cal Editor

ASO Conservatory, 412 Travist St., Oil Center

10:00am-2:00pm

Festival Eggstrordinaire The annual Acadiana Symphony Orchestra Festival Eggstrordinaire features an easter egg hunt, fun jumps, petting zoo, door prizes and more. [Event Website]

Crowley Clean-Up day

by: Cal Editor

Wells Fargo Building, 10 N. Parkerson Ave., Crowley

9:00am-12:00pm

Volunteers will meet at Wells Fargo Building at 9:00a.m. on the morning of March 23rd to receive road assignments and the proper supplies. Upon completion, lunch will be provided for all volunteers at the Wells Fargo Building. Judges will be riding through the City on Tuesday, March 26th judging our city. Individual citizens, clubs, organizations, churches, and businesses are being asked to work together on this annual city-wide effort. If we all pitch in and make our respective areas look their bes… [Event Website]

Federation des Jeunes Francophones de la Louisiane

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

9:00am-7:00pm

Admission: $20

This Saturday, March 23rd, a group of young people aged between 13-18 from across the state of Louisiana will be meeting for the very first general assembly of the newly formed Fdration des jeunes francophones de la Louisiane. The event will take place at Cit des Arts, where the participants will be offered workshops in theatre, French songwriting, Cajun dance and youth activism by local young francophone professionals. An election will also be held in order to establish the Federations first youth advis… [Event Website]

Julie Gribble

by: Cal Editor

Delta Grand, 120 N. Market Street Opelousas

7:00pm

Admission: $10

Julie Gribble Come out and enjoy listening to live music by Nashville Recording Artist Julie Gribble with special guests Sarah Jayde and Blake Castille. [Event Website]

Off The Wall Fest

by: Cal Editor

Parc Sans Souci, Downtown Lafayette

1:00pm

Admission: Free

Off The Wall Fest features food trucks and performances from Adrian Lancon, The Conrads, Sour Sedans, Destination Sanity and more. Ice chests are welcome.

Plein Air Workshop

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Art Association, 1008 East St. Mary Boulevard, Lafayette

Admission: $230, $260

This is a plein air workshop in oils featuring the talented teaching professional from New Hampshire, Stapleton Kearns. Stapleton Kearns is a professional landscape painter who will fill your workshop experience with valuable techniques, ideas, and methods based on a classical impressionist approach. The 3-day workshop will be conducted on privately owned land in Cankton, LA which is approximately a 20 minute drive from downtown Lafayette. There is a cabin on the property with bathroom and kitchen facilities. The 3-day workshop will be March 22, 23 and 24, 2013. The workshop fees are $330 for members and $360 for non-members. A $100 deposit will secure your spot for this 3 day workshop, and all fees must be paid by March 1, 2013. Materials list available upon registration or send request to: mtrandol@gmail.com.

Man of La Mancha

by: Cal Editor

Essanee Theatre, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia

7:30pm

Admission: $15, $20

Man of La Mancha, the award wining musical will be presented by the Iberia Performing Arts League March 8-24 at the Essanee Theater in New Iberia.. Thursday, Friday, Saturday performances are at 7:30 and Sunday Matinees at 3:00. Tickets $15 ($20 at door). Iberia Performing Arts League, 126 Iberia Street, New Iberia. Call 364-6114 or e-mail ipal@cox.net for information. Rating PG. … [Event Website]

The Glass Mendacity

by: Cal Editor

Eunice Players Theatre, 121 E. Second St., Eunice

6:00pm

As the Eunice Players Theatre opens its 44th season, Jody L. Powell brings to the stage The Glass Mendacity, written by Maureen Morley and Tom Willmorth. The two-act comedy is a spoof of Tennessee Williams most famous plays, "The Glass Menagerie", "A Streetcar Named Desire", and "Cat on a Hot Tin Roof." Evening performances will be held March 14, 15, 21, 22, and 23 at 7:00 p.m. A matinee will be held Sunday, March 17 at 2:00 p.m. Dinner theatre (with steak and trimmings) is scheduled for Wednesday, March 20… [Event Website]

Harvey

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

7:30pm

Admission: $10

Harvey The Tea-Sippers, a local theatre troupe, will perform Harvey by Mary Chase on March and 15, 16 and 17 March 22, 23, and 24, 2013 at 7:30 on Fridays and Saturdays and 2:00 on Sundays at Cite Des Arts in downtown Lafayette. Tickets are available for $10 in advance at citedesarts.org or at the door. Harvey, a play by Mary Chase, follows the life of Elwood P. Dowd, a charming man who keeps company with a six foot tall, invisible rabbit named Harvey. For more information on the performances or The Tea-Sip… [Event Website]

The Miracle Worker

by: Cal Editor

Delta Grand, 120 N. Market Street Opelousas

7:00pm

Opelousas Little Theatre announces the opening of its spring production, "The Miracle Worker" directed by Dana Reed. This three act story brings heart and hope to a heartless situation of a child losing her sight, hearing and never learning to speak until a new young teacher comes with her own tragic childhood memories and determination to correct and teach what she can. Playing Helen Keller is Emma LeDoux, Annie Sullivan is played by Angie Benoit McBride, Captain and Kate Keller are Mike Lain and Erika… [Event Website]

Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy

by: LCVC

444 Cajundome Blvd., Lafayette, LA 70506

Check website for times.

Admission: Rinkside - $40, VIP - $3

Come experience a magical Disney fantasy on ice! Rev up for non-stop fun with four of your favorite Disney stories at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy. Thrill to high-speed stunts as Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars race across the ice. Dive into The Little Mermaid's enchanting undersea kingdom and enter the mystical world of Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies as they reveal the magic that lies within! The toys are back in town with heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! From wheels to waves, playtime to pixie dust, your family's favorite Disney moments come to life at Disney On Ice presents Worlds of Fantasy with dazzling skating, special effects and beloved characters certain to create a lifetime of memories.

ART presents Chelsea Marcantel's "A Place To Land"

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, March 20, 2013 to Sunday, March 24, 2013. [Event Website]

Harvey presented by Tea-Sippers at Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Friday, March 15, 2013 to Sunday, March 24, 2013. [Event Website]

Alternative Meets Mainstream

by: LCVC

Lafayette Art Gallery

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Acrylic paintings by popular artist Hope Hebert. Green Apple West. [Event Website]

Freeze Frame XXVII Photo Competition

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Art Association & Gallery, 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd.

12:00pm-5:00pm

Admission: Free

Freeze Frame XXVII - 27th - Annual Regional Photographic Competition is on exhibit through March 10th, hosted by Lafayette Art Association & Gallery. Over 40 photographers are participants in 8 categories with jurying, judging and ribbon awards in each category. LAA is located in The Heart of the Oil Center at 1008 E. St. Mary Blvd. Hours: Noon - 5pm, Tuesday thru Friday. Call 269-0363 or go online for more information: www.lafayetteart.org. Also on exhibit is: Art Rules the Day, Oils by Pat Bourqu… [Event Website]

Boys and Girls Club ''It Just Takes One'' Campaign

by: Cal Editor

Boys and Girls Clubs of Acadiana

Admission: Free

Boys & Girls Clubs of Acadiana have kicked off its annual It Just Takes One campaign which will run March 1 thru April 30. The campaign will raise funds for the Clubs after-school programs and services for youth, ages 6-18, living in Lafayette, Iberia, St. Landry, and Vermilion. This campaign seeks donations primarily from individuals. To make a donation or to volunteer, contact the Boys & Girls Club office at 337-268-9555 or visit the Web site at www.bgcacadiana.com.… [Event Website]

Black History 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 Alicia Johnson. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1 - March 31, 2013. A preview reception for the exhibit is scheduled for Thursday, February 7, 2013 from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Johnson is a native of Opelousas. She currently resides in New Orleans, LA. Johnson obtained a Bachelors of Art with a concentration in painting from McNeese State University. She is in the process of receiving her Masters of… [Event Website]

Art of the Moment

by: LCVC

Poupart's Bistro, Gordon Square, Lafayette

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Debbie Berkheiser. [Event Website]

True to Form

by: LCVC

Green Apple & Lafayette Visitors Center

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

Photography by Kerry Griechen & clay by Bruce Gauthier. [Event Website]

ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium

by: LCVC

5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518

11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.

Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a

Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.

Jazz at the Center Season Lineup- ACA

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Friday, October 05, 2012 to Friday, May 03, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]

2nd Saturday ArtWalk

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Downtown Lafayette

From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

FEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.

The Modern Universe

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]

The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 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!!

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 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 Editor

Lafayette 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 Lafayette

735 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]