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Thursday, Apr 11, 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]

Kayaking 101 - Basic Skills for Flatwater Kayaking

by: Cal Editor

Lake Martin

4:45pm

Admission: $40

In this on-water seminar, you'll learn everything you need to know to learn how to paddle a flatwater kayak efficiently. We'll cover all the basics including terminology, the best ways to enter and exit a kayak as well as all the basic strokes. Our goal is for you to be able to easily paddle your kayak in a straight line, turn quickly in both directions and to do it with techniques that will minimize effort on your arms. Our backdrop will be the beautiful Lake Martin. This clinic includes boats, paddles, … [Event Website]

04/11/2013 - Public Policy Division

by: Chamber of Commerce
[Event Website]

Flower Seed Pockets

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

4:00 PM

Ages 5-12 yearsKids will make seed pockets from burlap, soil and seed packets to plant when they get home. This craft will provide children with an outsideactivity that keeps giving through the spring with a burst of color from the planted wildflower. Preregister online at LafayettePublicLibrary.org or by calling 981-1028 starting Monday, March 25.Thursday, April 11 4:00 pmSouth Regional LibraryStory Time Room 981-1028… [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]

BASIC COMPUTING: Free Computer Class

by: Lafayette Public Library

Milton Branch

10:30 AM

No prerequisite.Material covered: Basic computer components and architecture; use of the mouse and keyboard; instruction on working with windows, toolbar, and command menus; running multiple Windows applications; and more. Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Monday, March 25 at 9:00 AM. Call 856-5261 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]

Flying Litterbug Craft

by: Lafayette Public Library

Youngsville Branch

3:30 PM

Ages 5-12 yearsCelebrate Earth Day (April 22) with a cool Litter Bug that ‘flies’ when you blow into a straw! Preregistration is required for this craft. Call the library location nearest you beginning Monday, April 1 to preregister.Milton (856-5261)Tues., April 93:30 pm Youngsville (856-9385)Thurs., April 11 3:30 pm Jefferson St. (261-5779)Thurs., April 18 4:00 pm South Regional (981-1028)Thurs., April 18 4:00 pm … [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]

Business After Hours - Crowley Town Club

by: Cal Editor

Crowley Town Club, 625 Crowley-Rayne Highway, Crowley

5:00pm-7:00pm

Admission: Free

The office is closed. Now it's time to just mix, mingle and enjoy some cocktails & appetizers with new and old friends. [Event Website]

Louisiana Crossroads Presents: Zachary Richard

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

7:30-10 p.m.

Admission: $40/$35/$30

There are few shows in the season that we anticipate as eagerly as this one: Zachary Richard - Cajun bard, poet, rocker and activist - returns to Acadiana with a brand-new recording of original material in his first full appearance at AcA. Backed by an incredible band, Zachary is back with a collection of poetic ballads, fierce two-steps and inspirational songwriting, all woven together by his vocal mastery and great presence. Long the beacon of all things Acadian, Zachary's mastery will shine in the sonically pure environs of the Moncus.

Zachary Richard US release of Le Fou

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

Zachary Richard  US release of Le Fou From Thursday, April 11, 2013 to Friday, April 12, 2013. [Event Website]

Lafayette Art Association & Gallery Annual Fundraiser

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

The Lafayette Art Association & Gallery is holding their Annual Fundraiser April 2nd thru April 12th - the Spring Art Auction, that encompasses all media: Photography, Jewelry, Pottery, Textiles, Glass & Wood Sculptures, and much more. Opening bids begin April 2nd at 1:00pm, and the Closing Bid Open House will be on Friday, April 12th, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. This is your chance to buy original local artwork for a fraction of its value. Your donations allow our non-profit organization to promo… [Event Website]

Intro to Safe Cycling

by: Laura Phillips, LCG

Comeaux Recreation Center, Cypress Room, 411 W. Bluebird Dr, Lafayette, 70508

6:30am-7:30pm

Admission: Free

For new and returning cyclists. Review the basics including how to pick the right bike, sharing the road, and route planning. In celebration of Bike Month, Eagle Wheel School of Cycling and Lafayette Consolidated Government offer this free course to the public. Email: lphillips@lafayettela.gov.… [Event Website]

Red Planet Mars @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, April 28, 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]

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

Stop & Enjoy the Flowers, is an all media exhibit of traditional & contemporary florals on exhibit at The Lafayette Art Association & Gallery from April 2nd to May 21st. Lafayette Art Association & Gallery 1008 East St. Mary Blvd., in The Heart of the Oil Center - The Center of it All! Look for the 7 foot paint brush! Call 269-0363 or log on at www.lafayetteart.org.… [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]

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]

Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

Registration is open! AcA's Creativity @ the Center summer art camps offer creative, challenging and meaningful hands-on experiences for children. The limited group size provides opportunities for up-close and personal attention for each camper. We believe in an approach to teaching and learning that employs stimulating ideas like selfinquiry and self-expression. Although the activities are learning based, they are also designed for lots of summer fun!

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!!

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, Apr 12, 2013

DTA! with Dege Legg & Black Bayou Construckt

by: Cal Editor

Parc Sans Souci, Downtown Lafayette

6:00pm-8:30pm

Admission: Free

DTA! with Dege Legg & Black Bayou Construckt "Brother Dege, Dege Legg is one of the best kept secrets in the Deep South. Well make thatwas one of the best-kept secrets! Leggs song, "Too Old to Die Young was hand-selected by Quentin Tarantino to appear in the soundtrack of Django Unchained. He is a musician, writer, workingman and heir to a long line of unusual characters born and raised in the south. His music is full of raging, dirt-earth pounding slabs of swamp heat, haunted redemption, and bell tower experimentation. Dege has pushed slide, resonators, a… [Event Website]

Prom Night Makeover

by: Cal Editor

Remington College-Lafayette Campus, 303 Rue Louis XIV

Admission: Free

Prom Night Makeover Remington College-Lafayette Campus is again offering complimentary student salon services for local high school students headed to prom. The event is called Prom Night Makeover and the goal is to help students look and feel their best at the big dance - all at no cost. Appointments are recommended and can be made by calling 337-984-9490. … [Event Website]

Relay for Life

by: Cal Editor

UL Camus Quad

6:00pm-6:00am

Admission:

Relay for Life he upcoming Relay For Life of the University of Louisiana, taking place Friday, April 12, will give the campus community the opportunity to fight back against cancer and help the American Cancer Society create a world with more birthdays. Participation in Relay For Life is part of the universitys partnership with the American Cancer Societys Colleges Against Cancer initiative. This partnership allows the campus to concentrate on four strategic directions: advocacy, cancer education, Relay For Life an… [Event Website]

Southern Garden Festival

by: Cal Editor

Gardens of Harold and Sarah Schoeffler, 205 E. Simcoe St.

Admission: $75, $100

Southern Garden Festival The annual spring fundraiser will feature dinner, musical performances and silent auctions all while touring some of Lafayette's most incredible gardens. For more information call 337-233-3477. [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. (Men's Tennis)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

TBA

LSU at (Softball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away:

TBA

LSU at (Women's Tennis)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away:

TBA

LSU vs. (Men's Tennis)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

6:00 PM

Bach Lunch

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

01:00 PM

Friday, April 12, 2013 from 11:15 AM to 01:00 PM. [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]

Acrylic Painting Workshop

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

10:00 AM

Becoming an artist is just a brush stroke away! Local art teacher Pat Rogers will introduce adults to acrylics in this imaginative workshopwhere you can create your own fleur de lis masterpiece! Preregistration starts March 26. Preregister at your library location or online atLafayettePublicLibrary.org.Friday, April 1210 am - 12 pmSouth Regional (981-1028)… [Event Website]

The Rainbow Fish

by: Cal Editor

Grand Opera House of the South, 505 Parkerson Ave., Crowley

7:00pm

Admission: $15, $10

Give Your Kids a Break from Testing and let them "Swim Away" for 1-Hour with "The Rainbow FIsh" sponsored by Ted and Judy Carmichael & Family [Event Website]

Zachary Richard US release of Le Fou

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

Zachary Richard  US release of Le Fou From Thursday, April 11, 2013 to Friday, April 12, 2013. [Event Website]

Southern Garden Festival

by: LCVC

3502 E. Simcoe St., Lafayette (near Oakbourne Country Club)

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: $15

A fundraiser for Family Promise of Acadiana. Includes a variety of activities, musical entertainment, artists exhibitions and demonstrations, bayou boat tours, Master Gardener presentations, garden tours, and more.

Cajun Hot Sauce Festival

by: Cal Editor

SugArena, 713 NW Bypass, New Iberia

The Cajun Hot Sauce Festival is this weekend, April 12-14, with music, food and fun for the whole family at SugArena, 713 NW Bypass, New Iberia. For more information, visit www.sugarena.com and Facebook.com/CajunHotSauceFest or call 337-365-7539. [Event Website]

Lafayette Art Association & Gallery Annual Fundraiser

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

The Lafayette Art Association & Gallery is holding their Annual Fundraiser April 2nd thru April 12th - the Spring Art Auction, that encompasses all media: Photography, Jewelry, Pottery, Textiles, Glass & Wood Sculptures, and much more. Opening bids begin April 2nd at 1:00pm, and the Closing Bid Open House will be on Friday, April 12th, from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. This is your chance to buy original local artwork for a fraction of its value. Your donations allow our non-profit organization to promo… [Event Website]

Intro to Safe Cycling

by: Laura Phillips, LCG

Comeaux Recreation Center, Cypress Room, 411 W. Bluebird Dr, Lafayette, 70508

6:30am-7:30pm

Admission: Free

For new and returning cyclists. Review the basics including how to pick the right bike, sharing the road, and route planning. In celebration of Bike Month, Eagle Wheel School of Cycling and Lafayette Consolidated Government offer this free course to the public. Email: lphillips@lafayettela.gov.… [Event Website]

Red Planet Mars @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, April 28, 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]

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

Stop & Enjoy the Flowers, is an all media exhibit of traditional & contemporary florals on exhibit at The Lafayette Art Association & Gallery from April 2nd to May 21st. Lafayette Art Association & Gallery 1008 East St. Mary Blvd., in The Heart of the Oil Center - The Center of it All! Look for the 7 foot paint brush! Call 269-0363 or log on at www.lafayetteart.org.… [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]

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]

Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

Registration is open! AcA's Creativity @ the Center summer art camps offer creative, challenging and meaningful hands-on experiences for children. The limited group size provides opportunities for up-close and personal attention for each camper. We believe in an approach to teaching and learning that employs stimulating ideas like selfinquiry and self-expression. Although the activities are learning based, they are also designed for lots of summer fun!

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!!

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, Apr 13, 2013

Cane Fire Film Series presents ''Ferlinghetti''

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

7:00pm

Admission: Free

Cane Fire Film Series presents ''Ferlinghetti'' For April, Cane Fire Film Series will be screening "Ferlinghetti: A Rebirth of Wonder'' for the festival of words. There will also be beat poetry readings prior to the screening at 8pm. [Event Website]

PLAYday 2013

by: Cal Editor

Women's & Children's Hospital

10:00am-2:00pm

Admission: Free

PLAYday 2013 Set for 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, April 13 on the grounds of the Kids Specialty Center, located on the Women's & Children's Hospital campus, 4600 Ambassador Caffery Parkway, PLAYday 2013 will feature a Kids ER Teddy Bear Clinic, football toss, fun jumps, a rock wall, carnival-style games, an obstacle course, exercise demonstrations and much more. And the best part: There is no cost to attend. The event is open to the public. Families, especially those with children in grades Pre-K to 5, are encouraged … [Event Website]

VIPink

by: Cal Editor

Cypress Bayou Casino, 832 Martin Luther King Road, Charenton

6:00pm

Admission: $100, $1000

VIPink Cypress Bayou Casino and Hotel, a presenting sponsor of Race for the Cure, will host VIPink, a gala event to celebrate the success and fundraising efforts of Race for the Cure participants, Saturday, April 13, in Baldwin, LA. VIPink will be the pinkest party in town including a cocktail hour, dinner, and music. Dress attire for the event is Pink Tie optional. Race for the Cure participants automatically earn 1 ticket for every $100 raised (up to 10 tickets). Tickets are also available for purchase by the g… [Event Website]

Prom Night Makeover

by: Cal Editor

Remington College-Lafayette Campus, 303 Rue Louis XIV

Admission: Free

Prom Night Makeover Remington College-Lafayette Campus is again offering complimentary student salon services for local high school students headed to prom. The event is called Prom Night Makeover and the goal is to help students look and feel their best at the big dance - all at no cost. Appointments are recommended and can be made by calling 337-984-9490. … [Event Website]

Relay for Life

by: Cal Editor

UL Camus Quad

6:00pm-6:00am

Admission:

Relay for Life he upcoming Relay For Life of the University of Louisiana, taking place Friday, April 12, will give the campus community the opportunity to fight back against cancer and help the American Cancer Society create a world with more birthdays. Participation in Relay For Life is part of the universitys partnership with the American Cancer Societys Colleges Against Cancer initiative. This partnership allows the campus to concentrate on four strategic directions: advocacy, cancer education, Relay For Life an… [Event Website]

Southern Garden Festival

by: Cal Editor

Gardens of Harold and Sarah Schoeffler, 205 E. Simcoe St.

Admission: $75, $100

Southern Garden Festival The annual spring fundraiser will feature dinner, musical performances and silent auctions all while touring some of Lafayette's most incredible gardens. For more information call 337-233-3477. [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 (Softball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away:

TBA

LSU at (Baseball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away:

TBA

Cub Scout Saturday: Webelos Artist Badge

by: Children's Museum

Children's Museum of Acadiana

12:00 PM

Admission: $12, $5, $3

Cub Scout Saturday: Webelos Artist Badge Saturday, April 13, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Paint, draw & create. Webelos will explore the basics of art & design while using different media to create their own works of art. [Event Website]

LSU vs. (Track and Field)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

TBA

LSU vs. (Men's Tennis)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home:

5:00 PM

Traffic Safety 101 part 2

by: Cal Editor

Rosa Parks Transportation Center Rm 116, 101 Jefferson St.

12:30pm

Admission: Free

League of American Bicyclists-Certified Coach Chris Daigle will teach the 3-part course. Classes will be held at the Lafayette Consolidate Governments Rosa Parks Transportation Center, Room 116. Registration fees apply. To register, contact Chris Daigle at EagleWheel@hotmail.com or call 337-837-8034.… [Event Website]

Second Saturday ArtWalk

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

08:00 PM

Saturday, April 13, 2013 from 06:00 PM to 08:00 PM. [Event Website]

CASA Family Fun Day

by: CASA of SoLA

Parc Sans Souci

1:00pm-4:00pm

Admission: Free

A FREE Family Fun Day in Honor of Child Abuse Prevention Month. We will be showcasing the talents of children in our community through performing arts. There will be FREE food, snow cones, fun jump, games for young children, Video Game Truck for older children, face painting, magician, and balloon artist!… [Event Website]

Cajun Jam

by: Cal Editor

Bayou Vermilion

1:00pm-3:30pm

Admission: Free

oin 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]

Canoe Paddle

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

8:30am-11:30am

Admission: $5

The community is invited to take a canoe trip on the Bayou Vermilion. $5 insurance fee to American Canoe Association for a canoe or bring your own canoe or kayak and paddle for free. Canoe trips are held every second and last Saturday of the month weather and river conditions permitting. Please RSVP in advance by emailing rec&ed@bayouvermiliondistrict.org or calling (337… [Event Website]

Sporting Clay Shoot-Out

by: Cal Editor

Wilderness Gun Club, 7 Teurlings Drive

8:00am-4:00pm

Admission: $20

The Patrick Williamson Memorial Foundation, LLC will hold the third annual Sporting Clay Shoot-Out on April 13, 2013 at the Wilderness Gun Club in Lafayette, LA. The third annual Sporting Clay Shoot-Out is an all-day event, including a 17-station shooting area, a live band, various food, merchandise, door prizes and raffle items. This years raffle items featuring an array of hunting trips to various locations, including dove hunting in Argentina. For shooters, there are three flight times. The morning flights will begin at 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., and the afternoon flight will begin at 2:00 p.m. An award ceremony, including recognition of best team score, best male/female score and best youth score, begins at 4:00 p.m. In addition to shooters, individuals are welcome to attend the fundraiser, either as spectators or as volunteers. The cost for spectators is $20/person and includes lunch. Volunteers may register for the part or all of the day. Volunteers receive a t-shirt in addition to lunch.

Wild Nezpique Paddle Trip

by: Cal Editor

Pack & Paddle, 601 E. Pinhook Road

7:00am

Admission: $40

Pronounced "neh-PEE-kay", translated to "tattooed nose bayou", this beautiful bayou flows through lands populated in the past by the Attakapas indian tribe. The Nezpique is in the Jennings area. This paddle will cover a leisurely 6-7 miles through cypress, tupelo and oak trees - leaving time for birding and animal observation. We call it the "Wild" Nezpique due to the lack of human settlement along the river. After the paddle, you'll be treated to a delicious lunch prepared by Hub City Diner. Call 337 23… [Event Website]

Group Kayak Fishing Trip to Pointe Aux Chenes, LA - Free Trip!

by: Cal Editor

Albertson's, Broussard

4:30am

Admission: Free

This free trip is intended to give a great fishing opportunity for those who have their own kayak and want to discover a new place to fish with others who have been there before. Members of the Lafayette Kayak Fishing Club will be along on the trip to help out if you need it. We'll meet at 4am at Alberstons in Broussard. From there, we'll carpool to the Pointe Aux Chenes marina south of Houma. This area is the perfect kayak fishing destination featuring shallow marshes with sight fishing for reds, deeper … [Event Website]

SRL: Teen Advisory Board

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

10:00 AM

Saturday, March 9 2:003:30 PMSaturday, April 13 10:0011:30 AMSouth Regional LibraryWe're looking for teens to be a part of our Teen Advisory Board. The goal is to give teens a voice in the planning of our programs, book selections and other resources that would be appealing to this age group. Preregister online.… [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]

Kappa Delta Pi Saturday Story Times

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

11:00 AM

Kappa Delta Pi honor society will have special Saturday story times at the South Regional Library.April 13 & 2711:00 amSouth Regional Library Story Time Room [Event Website]

SRL Get Your Game On @ Your Library!

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

1:00 PM

Wednesday, March 27 1:00–2:30 pmSouth Regional Library; preregister online beginning March 8, 2013Saturday, April 13 1:00–2:30 pmSouth Regional Library Teens, get your game on at your library! Show how you can brawl with the best of them in a Super Smash Bros. Brawl tournament. Preregister online at LPLTeen.net beginning Monday, March 11.… [Event Website]

Lego Club

by: Lafayette Public Library

North Regional Library

2:00 PM

Ages 7 and upChildren will build projects based on a theme. The program begins with sample Lego models and books based on the theme. Building sessions are opened to ages 7 and up, and children must be accompanied by an adult.Preregistration is required, and can be done by calling the North Regional Library once preregistration begins.North Regional Library 896-6323Saturday, March 162:00-3:00 pmPreregistration begins March 9.Saturday, April 132:00-3:00 pmPreregistration begins April 6.… [Event Website]

2nd Saturday ArtWalk

by: Lafayette Public Library

Jefferson St Library

6:00 PM

Stop by our Jefferson Street Branch during ArtWalk to view our art display and enjoy some refreshments. This month's exhibit is "Not for the Faint of Art," watercolors by Carolyn Carlon. [Event Website]

CUPS Crawfish Boil Fundraiser

by: Cal Editor

St. Barnabas Church, 400 Cameillia Blvd.

11:00am-1:00pm

Admission: Free

The CUPS Crawfish Boil Fundraiser will be held on Saturday, April 13, from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. There will be 3 lbs. of crawfish for $15 and drive thru pickup will be available. For tickets call 234-4848.

IPL Stuffed Animal Storytime & Sleepover

by: Cal Editor

Iberia Parish Parkview Library, 500 Grand Pre Blvd., New Iberia

10:00am

Admission: Free

Calling all storytime friends! Do you have a favorite stuffed animal? Join us at the Main Librarys Saturday, April 13th storytime starting at 10:00 a.m. to enjoy stories and more with your special stuffed friend. After storytime you can leave your stuffed buddy behind to join for a fun sleepover at the library with Ms. Sarah. Make sure to watch our Facebook page for pictures from the sleepover. You might just see your silly pal in action having fun!! Then on Sunday, April 14 starting at 1:30 p.m., pass b… [Event Website]

IPL Stuffed Animal Storytime & Sleepover

by: Cal Editor

Iberia Parish Parkview Library, 500 Grand Pre Blvd., New Iberia

10:00am

Admission: Free

Calling all storytime friends! Do you have a favorite stuffed animal? Join us at the Main Librarys Saturday, April 13th storytime starting at 10:00 a.m. to enjoy stories and more with your special stuffed friend. After storytime you can leave your stuffed buddy behind to join for a fun sleepover at the library with Ms. Sarah. Make sure to watch our Facebook page for pictures from the sleepover. You might just see your silly pal in action having fun!! Then on Sunday, April 14 starting at 1:30 p.m., pass b… [Event Website]

2nd Annual City of Lafayette Benefit Poetry Slam Off

by: Cal Editor

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

2:00pm-5:00pm

Admission: Free

The 2013 Lafayette Poetry Slam Team will take on the 2013 Louisiana All Star Poetry Slam Team. For more information email spokeninnovationpoets@gmail.com.

Festival of Words Fundraiser at Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

10:00 PM

Saturday, April 13, 2013 from 07:00 PM to 10:00 PM. [Event Website]

Rendez-vous des Cajuns: Harry and Lisa Trahan Family Band

by: Cal Editor

Liberty Theater, 200 W. Park Ave., Eunice

6:00pm

Admission: $5

The weekly "Rendez-vous des Cajuns" Music Show presents a live performance by the HARRY AND LISA TRAHAN FAMILY BAND. The "Rendez-vous des Cajuns" show is performed live every Saturday night at the historic Liberty Theater in downtown Eunice, LA. Best described as the "Cajun Grand Old Opry" the family-friendly show features an emcee who hosts the show in Cajun French and a dance floor where people can dance to the music of Cajun bands performing live in the restored 1924 vaudeville house. For more information … [Event Website]

McComb- Veazey Heritage Sign Dedication

by: Cal Editor

Immaculate Heart of Mary, 818 12th St

12:00pm

Admission: Free

Neighborhood residents will host a ribbon cutting event for its first Neighborhood Heritage Sign in McComb- Veazey. The event will begin at 12 PM at Immaculate Heart of Mary near the intersection of 12th and Surrey St. City Councilmen and Representatives will be present along with the McComb- Veazey Neighborhood Coterie Chair Mrs. Virginia Jones. This is a Neighborhood family event featuring a wholesome and secure environment.

2nd Saturday ArtWalk

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

09:00 PM

Saturday, April 13, 2013 from 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM. [Event Website]

Nathan Efau @ Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

07:30 PM

Saturday, April 13, 2013 from 05:00 PM to 07:30 PM. [Event Website]

Imagine Downtown Lafayette

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

06:00 PM

Saturday, April 13, 2013 from 04:00 PM to 06:00 PM. [Event Website]

ArtWalk: Nathan Efau Art Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

5:00pm-7:00pm

Admission: Free

UL Art Student Nathan Efau will be showcasing his latest art exhibit at Cit des Arts for the April ArtWalk [Event Website]

Cloudheavy presents The Horsemen CD Release Party

by: Cal Editor

Acadiana Center for the Arts and Parc Sans Souci, Downtown Lafayette

4:00pm-6:00pm

Admission: Free

Opening night for the [Imagine Downtown] Lafayette Open Ideas Exhibition at the Acadiana Center for the Arts is April 13, 2013, 4-6pm. The exhibition will feature winning entries from a global open ideas competition that generated more than 50 international submissions envisioning the future of Lafayettes downtown area. Participants chose from among six sites in downtown Lafayette and proposed specific design solutions for each. The designers were challenged to imagine ways to invigorate Lafayettes urban core while uniting surrounding neighborhoods. For more information on the [Imagine Downtown] Lafayette competition, visit www.creativeactionacadiana.org and www.facebook.com/ImagineDowntownLafayette.… [Event Website]

CASA Family Fun Day

by: Cal Editor

Parc Sans Souci, Downtown Lafayette

1:00pm-4:00pm

Admission: $10

"I Am for the Child, Celebrating Hope" is the theme of CASA of South Louisiana's 1st Annual Family Fun Day this Saturday, April 13 at Parc Sans Souci. Set for 1-4 p.m., the free event will highlight community performances, including L.J. Alleman Middle School Strings, local R&B artist Jru-Starz, Acadiana Christian Dancers, The Music Box, and L.J. Alleman Sign Language. Also on tap are Kona-Ice, games for all ages (including Games2You video games), face painting, a balloon artist, a magician, a fun jump,… [Event Website]

Southern Garden Festival

by: LCVC

3502 E. Simcoe St., Lafayette (near Oakbourne Country Club)

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: $15

A fundraiser for Family Promise of Acadiana. Includes a variety of activities, musical entertainment, artists exhibitions and demonstrations, bayou boat tours, Master Gardener presentations, garden tours, and more.

Cajun Hot Sauce Festival

by: Cal Editor

SugArena, 713 NW Bypass, New Iberia

The Cajun Hot Sauce Festival is this weekend, April 12-14, with music, food and fun for the whole family at SugArena, 713 NW Bypass, New Iberia. For more information, visit www.sugarena.com and Facebook.com/CajunHotSauceFest or call 337-365-7539. [Event Website]

Intro to Safe Cycling

by: Laura Phillips, LCG

Comeaux Recreation Center, Cypress Room, 411 W. Bluebird Dr, Lafayette, 70508

6:30am-7:30pm

Admission: Free

For new and returning cyclists. Review the basics including how to pick the right bike, sharing the road, and route planning. In celebration of Bike Month, Eagle Wheel School of Cycling and Lafayette Consolidated Government offer this free course to the public. Email: lphillips@lafayettela.gov.… [Event Website]

Red Planet Mars @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, April 28, 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]

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

Stop & Enjoy the Flowers, is an all media exhibit of traditional & contemporary florals on exhibit at The Lafayette Art Association & Gallery from April 2nd to May 21st. Lafayette Art Association & Gallery 1008 East St. Mary Blvd., in The Heart of the Oil Center - The Center of it All! Look for the 7 foot paint brush! Call 269-0363 or log on at www.lafayetteart.org.… [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]

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]

Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

Registration is open! AcA's Creativity @ the Center summer art camps offer creative, challenging and meaningful hands-on experiences for children. The limited group size provides opportunities for up-close and personal attention for each camper. We believe in an approach to teaching and learning that employs stimulating ideas like selfinquiry and self-expression. Although the activities are learning based, they are also designed for lots of summer fun!

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!!

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]

Sunday, Apr 14, 2013

Earth Day

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: $5, $3

Earth Day Join the Bayou Vermilion District as they help inspire awareness and appreciation for the Earth's natural environment. The BVD will have various community organizations and businesses on hand for green demonstrations, presentations, exhibits and tours, kids crafts, fact scavenger hunt, cooking demonstrations and food for purchase. Live music will be provided in the Performance Center from 1 4 p.m. by the Lee Benoit & Bayou Stompers. Admission to the festival is $5 for adults, $3 for children and child… [Event Website]

Southern Garden Festival

by: Cal Editor

Gardens of Harold and Sarah Schoeffler, 205 E. Simcoe St.

Admission: $75, $100

Southern Garden Festival The annual spring fundraiser will feature dinner, musical performances and silent auctions all while touring some of Lafayette's most incredible gardens. For more information call 337-233-3477. [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:

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LSU at (Softball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away:

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Spring and Music Is In The Air

by: Cal Editor

Acadian Village, 200 Greenleaf Dr

5:00pm

Admission: $10

Spend a Sunday afternoon with the Lafayette Concert Band in the historic outdoor setting of Acadian Village. The Village offers visitors an authentic vision of Acadian society in South Louisiana during the 19th century that you can enjoy while listening to great music. $10 Admission. 337-989-1279

Bal du Dimanche with Lee Benoit & Bayou Stompers

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

1:00pm-4:00pm

Admission: $5

Dance the afternoon away with Leroy Thomas & Zydeco Road Runners 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]

Lake Martin Migratory Bird Hike

by: Cal Editor

Pack & Paddle, 601 E. Pinhook Road

7:00am

Admission: $35

See the Lake Martin/Cypress Island Preserve in a whole new way on this unique hike. Lake Martin contains some of the country's most productive wildlife habitat. This day hike will take advantage of the spring migration as you discover indigenous and migratory wading and song birds by both visual and auditory signs. We'll meet at Pack & Paddle, then head to Lake Martin where we'll take the Nature Conservancy trails that explore the edges of Lake Martin and the Cypress Island preserve. This is the perfect … [Event Website]

Shadows Spring Brunch

by: Cal Editor

Shadows-on-the-Teche, 317 E. Main St., New Iberia

11:00am-2:00pm

Admission: $60

The Shadows-on-the-Teche Spring Brunch will take place in the Shadows gardens on Sunday April 14 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Join Shadows-on-the-Teche for a delicious taste of fine Louisiana cuisine prepared by thier friends at Des Amis Dining and Catering, including BBQ Shrimp & Grits, Bananas Foster Pain Perdue, Pepperjack Chicken and their signature White Chocolate Bread Pudding. Sip Bloody Marys and Mimosas while listening to the sounds of the Bunk Johnson Brazz Band who will pay a mixture of g… [Event Website]

Sewell Family Fun Day

by: Gina Prince

New Iberia Veterans Memorial Building

10:30am-2:30pm

Admission: $5

Fundraiser for the Sewell Family of New Iberia to help defray medical costs. Sunday, April 14th 2013 New Iberia Veterans Memorial Building in City Park 500 Marie Street 10:30 am 2:30 pm Drinks, food & fun for the entire family! Silent auction! $2 beer! Musical entertainment by Taking Back Yesterday Kids entertainment by Mitch the Magician. Also face painting, fun jump & many other activities! Purchase $8 Jambalaya tickets in advance. Pick up dinner 10:30am-1:30pm See the "Team Stacy" page on… [Event Website]

Contra & Square Dance

by: Cal Editor

NUNUs, 1510 Bayou Courtableau Hwy, Arnaudville

3:00pm-5:30pm

Admission: $5

Callers for this week's Contra & Square Dance at NUNU'S in Arnaudville will be Steve Bing & Kendall Rogers with live music from Anya and Richard Burgess & Hogie Siebert. Sponsored by Louisiana Contras and Squares. Beginners welcome; all dances are called, no partner necessary. Gumbo, water, and soft drinks will be on sale. … [Event Website]

Village Concert

by: Cal Editor

Acadian Village, 200 Greenleaf Drive

5:00pm

Admission: $10

Village Concert The Lafayette Concert Band presents its annual "Village Concert" on Sunday, April 14 at 5:00pm on the grounds of historic Acadian Village. The LCB is joined this year by the Bayou Community Band from Houma. LCB Conductor Gerald Guilbeaux urges guests to bring their own lawn chairs or blankets and even a picnic basket to enjoy the concert by both bands. Season ticket holders are admitted with their tickets and general admission tickets may be purchased at the door for $10.… [Event Website]

Southern Garden Festival

by: LCVC

3502 E. Simcoe St., Lafayette (near Oakbourne Country Club)

9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: $15

A fundraiser for Family Promise of Acadiana. Includes a variety of activities, musical entertainment, artists exhibitions and demonstrations, bayou boat tours, Master Gardener presentations, garden tours, and more.

Cajun Hot Sauce Festival

by: Cal Editor

SugArena, 713 NW Bypass, New Iberia

The Cajun Hot Sauce Festival is this weekend, April 12-14, with music, food and fun for the whole family at SugArena, 713 NW Bypass, New Iberia. For more information, visit www.sugarena.com and Facebook.com/CajunHotSauceFest or call 337-365-7539. [Event Website]

Intro to Safe Cycling

by: Laura Phillips, LCG

Comeaux Recreation Center, Cypress Room, 411 W. Bluebird Dr, Lafayette, 70508

6:30am-7:30pm

Admission: Free

For new and returning cyclists. Review the basics including how to pick the right bike, sharing the road, and route planning. In celebration of Bike Month, Eagle Wheel School of Cycling and Lafayette Consolidated Government offer this free course to the public. Email: lphillips@lafayettela.gov.… [Event Website]

Red Planet Mars @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, April 28, 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]

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

Stop & Enjoy the Flowers, is an all media exhibit of traditional & contemporary florals on exhibit at The Lafayette Art Association & Gallery from April 2nd to May 21st. Lafayette Art Association & Gallery 1008 East St. Mary Blvd., in The Heart of the Oil Center - The Center of it All! Look for the 7 foot paint brush! Call 269-0363 or log on at www.lafayetteart.org.… [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]

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]

Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

Registration is open! AcA's Creativity @ the Center summer art camps offer creative, challenging and meaningful hands-on experiences for children. The limited group size provides opportunities for up-close and personal attention for each camper. We believe in an approach to teaching and learning that employs stimulating ideas like selfinquiry and self-expression. Although the activities are learning based, they are also designed for lots of summer fun!

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!!

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, Apr 15, 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]

Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

Chenier Branch

10:00 AM

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

WORD PROCESSING: Free Computer Class

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

1:00 PM

Electronic Resources Librarian Martin Cooperson will teach Word Processing classes. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classes. Material covered: The composition and editing of documents; basic page formatting; converting documents created in different applications; creating headers, footers, footnotes, etc.; utilizing views and styles, spelling and grammar checking and more.Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Monday, April 1 at 9:00 AM. Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]

SRL: Teen Paint Workshop

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

4:00 PM

Monday, April 154:00–6:00 pmSouth Regional LibraryPreregister online beginning March 21, 2013Come and create a masterpiece of your own design! Acrylic paints will be applied to canvas board using stencils or freehand designs. Wear old clothes or bring an old T-shirt to protect your clothes. Preregister beginning April 1.… [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]

An Evening of Traditional Music and Dance of Brittany

by: Cal Editor

Angelle Hall, Room 158, 601 East Saint Mary Boulevard

7:30pm

Admission: Free

The Dr. Tommy Comeaux Endowed Chair in Traditional Music is pleased to present its artists in residence for the Spring 2013 semester at UL Lafayette, the faculty and students of the University of Rennes 2 in Brittany, France. During their concert at Angelle Hall on Monday April 15, the visiting French group will perform music drawn directly from or inspired by Breton traditional music, including songs in the Breton language and also the Gallo dialect of French, Celtic jazz, and traditional dance music.

An Evening of Traditional Music and Dance of Brittany

by: Cal Editor

Angelle Hall, Ducrest-Gilfry Auditorium 601 East Saint Mary Blvd.

5:00pm

Admission: Free

The Dr. Tommy Comeaux Endowed Chair in Traditional Music is pleased to present its artists in residence for the Spring 2013 semester at UL Lafayette, the faculty and students of the University of Rennes 2 in Brittany, France. During their concert at Angelle Hall on Monday April 15, the visiting French group will perform music drawn directly from or inspired by Breton traditional music, including songs in the Breton language and also the Gallo dialect of French, Celtic jazz, and traditional dance music.… [Event Website]

Intro to Safe Cycling

by: Laura Phillips, LCG

Comeaux Recreation Center, Cypress Room, 411 W. Bluebird Dr, Lafayette, 70508

6:30am-7:30pm

Admission: Free

For new and returning cyclists. Review the basics including how to pick the right bike, sharing the road, and route planning. In celebration of Bike Month, Eagle Wheel School of Cycling and Lafayette Consolidated Government offer this free course to the public. Email: lphillips@lafayettela.gov.… [Event Website]

Red Planet Mars @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, April 28, 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]

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

Stop & Enjoy the Flowers, is an all media exhibit of traditional & contemporary florals on exhibit at The Lafayette Art Association & Gallery from April 2nd to May 21st. Lafayette Art Association & Gallery 1008 East St. Mary Blvd., in The Heart of the Oil Center - The Center of it All! Look for the 7 foot paint brush! Call 269-0363 or log on at www.lafayetteart.org.… [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]

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]

Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Economic Development Authority, 211 E. Devalcourt St.

 Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions Southern Screen is now accepting submissions from southern filmmakers for the upcoming film festival that is scheduled for November 14-17 this year. Please submit if you are a southern filmmaker or if you have a film about the south. Film submissions will be accepted for all types of films including student film, short film, documentaries, features, animation and music videos. Interested filmmakers can download a submission form by visiting the submissions page of SouthernScreen.org. The submission for… [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

Registration is open! AcA's Creativity @ the Center summer art camps offer creative, challenging and meaningful hands-on experiences for children. The limited group size provides opportunities for up-close and personal attention for each camper. We believe in an approach to teaching and learning that employs stimulating ideas like selfinquiry and self-expression. Although the activities are learning based, they are also designed for lots of summer fun!

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!!

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, Apr 16, 2013

Improv Show

by: Cult Of the Stage Monkey

ULL/ Computer Science Building/Oliver Hall

7:00pm

Admission: FREE

Improv Show Come join us for some free improv. Cult of the Stage Monkey is Lafayette's premier improvisational troupe. Not sure of what improvisational theatre is? Its basically a movie, where all the lines, all of the plot, and all the acting is made up on the spot. Based off of you the audience's suggestions! Don't forget to check out our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/cultofthestagemonkey . We can't wait to see you there!… [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]

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, April 16, 2013 at 7 PM, Lafayette South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA. Featured speakers will be Patrice Melnick and Olan Thibodeaux who will discuss the Small-Time Cinema, Casa Azul and the Festival of Words, all located in Grand Coteau, LA. Discover these local treasures in our backyard. Anyone interested in encouraged to attend.

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 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]

WORD PROCESSING: Free Computer Class

by: Lafayette Public Library

Milton Branch

10:30 AM

Electronic Resources Librarian Martin Cooperson will teach Word Processing classes. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classes. Material covered: The composition and editing of documents; basic page formatting; converting documents created in different applications; creating headers, footers, footnotes, etc.; utilizing views and styles, spelling and grammar checking and more.Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Monday, March 25 at 9:00 AM. Call 856-5261 to register or for more information… [Event Website]

The More the Merrier Puppet Show

by: Lafayette Public Library

North Regional Library

4:00 PM

All AgesJoin us for a puppet show designed for family entertainment. A puppet craft will follow the show.North Regional Tuesday, April 16 4:00 pm South Regional Tuesday, April 23 4:00 pm [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]

ARW Monthly Luncheon

by: Cal Editor

River Oaks Napoleon Room, 520 East Kaliste Saloom Road

11:00am

Admission: Free

There will be three speakers explaining Obamacare Health plan at the Acadiana Republican Women Monthly Luncheon Meeting on Tuesday, April 16, 2013. Free Meeting starts @ 11AM until 1Pm. Buffet Lunch is Optional @ $18.00 with reservations, $20.00 at the door.The Public is invited to all ARW Luncheon Meetings.… [Event Website]

Intro to Safe Cycling

by: Laura Phillips, LCG

Comeaux Recreation Center, Cypress Room, 411 W. Bluebird Dr, Lafayette, 70508

6:30am-7:30pm

Admission: Free

For new and returning cyclists. Review the basics including how to pick the right bike, sharing the road, and route planning. In celebration of Bike Month, Eagle Wheel School of Cycling and Lafayette Consolidated Government offer this free course to the public. Email: lphillips@lafayettela.gov.… [Event Website]

Red Planet Mars @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, April 28, 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]

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

Stop & Enjoy the Flowers, is an all media exhibit of traditional & contemporary florals on exhibit at The Lafayette Art Association & Gallery from April 2nd to May 21st. Lafayette Art Association & Gallery 1008 East St. Mary Blvd., in The Heart of the Oil Center - The Center of it All! Look for the 7 foot paint brush! Call 269-0363 or log on at www.lafayetteart.org.… [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]

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]

Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Economic Development Authority, 211 E. Devalcourt St.

 Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions Southern Screen is now accepting submissions from southern filmmakers for the upcoming film festival that is scheduled for November 14-17 this year. Please submit if you are a southern filmmaker or if you have a film about the south. Film submissions will be accepted for all types of films including student film, short film, documentaries, features, animation and music videos. Interested filmmakers can download a submission form by visiting the submissions page of SouthernScreen.org. The submission for… [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

Registration is open! AcA's Creativity @ the Center summer art camps offer creative, challenging and meaningful hands-on experiences for children. The limited group size provides opportunities for up-close and personal attention for each camper. We believe in an approach to teaching and learning that employs stimulating ideas like selfinquiry and self-expression. Although the activities are learning based, they are also designed for lots of summer fun!

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!!

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, Apr 17, 2013

Tipitina's Co-op benefit concert

by: Cal Editor

The Feed & Seed, 106 N. Grant Street

7:00pm

Admission: $5, $3

Tipitina's Co-op benefit concert ULL's Music Business Department is teaming up with The Feed and Seed to present an event and student-led concert to benefit the Tipitinas Music Office Co-Op Lafayette on April 17, 2013 at The Feed and Seed. Doors open at 7PM, with bands beginning at 8PM and lasting until 12AM. Event attendees will enjoy a night filled with ULL Music students and bands composed of students. Admission is $5, or $3 with a valid ULL student ID. The all of the door profit for the show will benefit the Tipitinas Music Office Co-Op Lafayette. A representative from the Co-op will be available to answer questions about the resources available to Co-Op members. The event will feature performances by DJ Alpha Dog, DJ Kaveman, Logan Soileau, Foxfire,Brother Jac, Paper Chain People, and Nights & Nights.

Stage Monkeys April Show

by: Cal Editor

Theatre 810, 810 Jefferson St.

7:30pm

Admission: $7, $5

Stage Monkeys April Show The Stage Monkeys of Lafayette are gearing up for their April show, which is a celebration of the troupe's one year anniversary. The cast members will perform their favorite improvised games and mark a successful year of audience building and sold out theaters. … [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

Home:

6:30 PM

LSU at (Softball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away:

6:00 PM

Traffic and Transportation Mixer

by: Cal Editor

Blue Moon Saloon

6:00pm

Admission: Free

Have an interest in public policy as it relates to bicycle travel in Lafayette? Well, heres your chance to meet local traffic and transportation planners and engineers. Find out who they are, what they do, and where to go when you have questions, ideas or issues related to bicycle transportation locally. Meet up at Blue Moon Saloon at 6 pm for informal conversation. This event is free and open to the public.… [Event Website]

Cajun Dancing Classes at Cite des Arts

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

07:30 PM

Wednesday, April 17, 2013 from 06:00 PM to 07:30 PM. [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]

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]

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]

WORD PROCESSING: Free Computer Class

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

1:00 PM

Electronic Resources Librarian Martin Cooperson will teach Word Processing classes. Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classes. Material covered: The composition and editing of documents; basic page formatting; converting documents created in different applications; creating headers, footers, footnotes, etc.; utilizing views and styles, spelling and grammar checking and more.Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Monday, April 1 at 9:00 AM. Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [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]

Community Legal Education Series

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:30 PM

Local attorney Greg Landry with non-profit law firm Acadiana Legal Service Corporation will speak on the following topics.South Regional LibraryWednesday, March 13 6:30-7:30 pmWills and EstatesGet answers to important questions like, ‘Do I need a will?’ and ‘Who inherits my property when I die?’Wednesday, April 17 6:30-7:30 pmConsumer LawThis session will present a broad overview of the laws on consumer loans, bankruptcy, debt collection and defective merchandise.Wednesday, May 15 6:30-7:30… [Event Website]

The Stage Monkey of Lafayette Improv Theatre

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

09:30 PM

Wednesday, April 17, 2013 from 07:30 PM to 09:30 PM. [Event Website]

The Labyrinth as a Tool for Healing Grief

by: Hospice of Acadiana

Hospice Of Acadiana's Conference Center

6:00pm

Admission: Free

Learn how the Labyrinth can be a means of healing and transformation. Presented by Aimee Dominque, SW, LCSW, certified Labyrinth facilitator. Pre-registration required. Contact us at 337-232-1234!

Scandals 2nd Anniverary

by: Scandals

Scandals Nite Club

8:00pm

Admission: $5

Wednesday April 17th we're throwing a birthday party and we want YOU to come celebrate with us!! Featuring the TODD O'NEILL Band!!! Drink specials, give aways, and the best place to dance... $5 cover [Event Website]

International Marketing Workshop

by: Cal Editor

Le Center International, Corner of Jefferson Street and Lee Avenue, Downtown Lafayette

1:00pm

Admission: Free

afayette area companies interested in selling agricultural and food products overseas are invited to meet with Jerry Hingle, Director of Southern United States Trade Association (SUSTA), on Wednesday, April 17, 2013, from 1:00pm 2:00pm at Le centre International in downtown Lafayette, 735 Jefferson Street. For more information, please contact Philippe Gustin at Le Centre International: 337- 291 5474 or pgustin@lafayettela.gov

Grief Presentation at Geesey Ferguson

by: Cal Editor

Geesy Ferguson, 313 N. Ave. F., Crowley

5:30pm

Admission: Free

Author, spiritual director, and long-time journalist, Joan Broussard will be speaking at Geesey Ferguson Funeral Home in Crowley on Wednesday April 17, at 5:30. She will share her personal experience of grieving the loss of her husband and parents and the merits of journaling our way through grief.

Board Workshop

by: Lafayette Parish School System

11:00 AM

04/17/13 4:00pm Board Workshop View agenda for this meeting. Minutes of previous meetings can be found at esb.lpssonline.com [Event Website]

Regular Board Meeting

by: Lafayette Parish School System

12:30 PM

04/17/13 5:30pm Regular Board Meeting View agenda for this meeting. Minutes of previous meetings can be found at esb.lpssonline.com [Event Website]

Intro to Safe Cycling

by: Laura Phillips, LCG

Comeaux Recreation Center, Cypress Room, 411 W. Bluebird Dr, Lafayette, 70508

6:30am-7:30pm

Admission: Free

For new and returning cyclists. Review the basics including how to pick the right bike, sharing the road, and route planning. In celebration of Bike Month, Eagle Wheel School of Cycling and Lafayette Consolidated Government offer this free course to the public. Email: lphillips@lafayettela.gov.… [Event Website]

Red Planet Mars @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, April 28, 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]

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

Stop & Enjoy the Flowers, is an all media exhibit of traditional & contemporary florals on exhibit at The Lafayette Art Association & Gallery from April 2nd to May 21st. Lafayette Art Association & Gallery 1008 East St. Mary Blvd., in The Heart of the Oil Center - The Center of it All! Look for the 7 foot paint brush! Call 269-0363 or log on at www.lafayetteart.org.… [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]

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]

Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]

The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]

Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Economic Development Authority, 211 E. Devalcourt St.

 Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions Southern Screen is now accepting submissions from southern filmmakers for the upcoming film festival that is scheduled for November 14-17 this year. Please submit if you are a southern filmmaker or if you have a film about the south. Film submissions will be accepted for all types of films including student film, short film, documentaries, features, animation and music videos. Interested filmmakers can download a submission form by visiting the submissions page of SouthernScreen.org. The submission for… [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

Registration is open! AcA's Creativity @ the Center summer art camps offer creative, challenging and meaningful hands-on experiences for children. The limited group size provides opportunities for up-close and personal attention for each camper. We believe in an approach to teaching and learning that employs stimulating ideas like selfinquiry and self-expression. Although the activities are learning based, they are also designed for lots of summer fun!

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!!

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]