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Wednesday, Apr 18, 2012
Sean Bruce
by: Cafe VermilionvilleCafe Vermilionville
6:00pm-9:00pm
Admission: $30
Cafe Vermilionville Spring 2012 Courtyard Concert Series
1 half-plate and your choice of 2 glasses of wine, 3 beers or 2 cocktails for $30.
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The Murder Room Dinner Theater
by: Cal EditorNick's on 2nd Street, 123 South Second St., Eunice
6:00pm
Admission: Free
Dinner theatre (with steak and trimmings) is scheduled at Nick's on Second St., with the performance immediately following. The play follows the dastardly plot of one money hungry gold digger, Mavis, who is suspected of killing her wealthy husband, Edgar. Individual tickets for the show will be on sale soon. Season tickets are currently on sale at David Ltd. Salon and Turning Point in Eunice, or by calling David at 546-0163 or Debi at 457-2156 to charge by phone. More information can be found on EPTs … [Event Website]Community Forum Series One: Issues and Aspirations
by: Cal EditorAcadiana Center for the Arts
12:00pm
Admission: Free
As part of the Lafayette Consolidated Government Comprehensive Plan development,
a series of public meetings called Community Forums will take place in locations across the parish over the next 18 months. These forums will allow everyone an opportunity to participate in the planning process. Individuals who would like to be added to the email list to receive notifications of public meetings and updates to the plan should send their name and preferred email address to lcp@sid&…
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Community Forum Series One: Issues and Aspirations
by: Cal EditorOssun Elementary
6:00pm
Admission: Free
As part of the Lafayette Consolidated Government Comprehensive Plan development, a series of public meetings called Community Forums will take place in locations across the parish over the next 18 months. These forums will allow everyone an opportunity to participate in the planning process. Individuals who would like to be added to the email list to receive notifications of public meetings and updates to the plan should send their name and preferred email address to lcp@sid&… [Event Website]My Lafayette Video Contest
by: Cal EditorLafayette and Acadiana
The Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission and AOC are teaming up to give all local filmmakers and videographers a chance to showcase the Hub City the way they see it with an online video contest called My Lafayette. First place will win a cash prize of $1,000. Second place will win $700, and third place will receive $300. For more information about My Lafayette,
contact AOC at (337) 232-4434 or info@aocinc.org.
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Dine for the Diner Benefit
by: Cal EditorVarious Acadiana Restaurants
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The community is encouraged to
eat out to end hunger by dining at the participating restaurants for breakfast, lunch, dinner and any other
time of the day. Dine for the Diner participating restaurants have agreed to donate 10% of their sales on
April 18th to St. Joseph Diner. For more information about this event or St. Joseph Diner, please
at 235-4972 extension 104.…
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Lafayette Comprehensive Plan Workshop Pre INNOV8 Preview Event
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts1:30 PM
Wednesday, April 18, 2012 from 12:00 AM to 2:30 PM. [Event Website]Build Lafayette's Future with Innovative Ideas
by: Innov8 Lafayette12:00pm
Lafayette Comprehensive Plan Workshop presented by Wallace, Roberts & Todd (WRT)will be held at Acadiana Center forthe Arts. This pre INNOV8 Preview Event will be on Wednesday, April 18 from 12:00 p.m. to2:00 p.m. Everyone is welcomed to come share ideas and take part in the future development of our community. Admissionis free. There will be a $5 box lunch available.…
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WBEC South's Annual Women's Business Expo
by: Cal EditorNew Orleans Mariott, New Orleans
1:30pm-3:30pm
The Womens Business Opportunity Expo links certified womens business enterprises with corporate purchasers, governmental agencies and other businesses for the purpose of creating and building strong relationships. The two-day event will include a matchmaker session, which includes short, face-to-face meetings between certified womens businesses and potential business partners.There will also be workshops, a luncheon and an awards presentation as well as a vendor marketplace. Lynn Tilton, founder and CEO of… [Event Website]DANCE @ the Center - BANDALOOP AcA DANCE RESIDENCY
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Monday, April 16, 2012 to Thursday, April 26, 2012.
[Event Website]
Trois La La - Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International
by: Cal EditorGallery 549, 549 Jefferson St., Lafayette
1:30pm-4:30pm
"Trois La La," Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International de Louisiane featuring paintings by Vergie Banks, silk compositions by Megan Barra and glassworks by Michelle Fontenot. For more information, call 337 236-6747.
Laurence Young Exhibit
by: Cal EditorRue du Pont Galerie, Breaux Bridge
The work of Massachusetts artist Laurence Young will be on display at the Rue Du Pont Galerie through May 31.
Young describes his work as a translation of the use of light on an object into color. His studio paintings employ a cold wax medium added to oil paint, which he stresses with heat thereby creating rich, complex, colored surfaces reflective of Provincetown, MA and its artistic history. For more information call 337-344-9207. …
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LSU vs. Lamar (Baseball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. (Alex Box Stadium)
6:30 PM
[Event Website]LSU vs. McNeese St. (Softball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. (Tiger Park)
6:00 PM
[Event Website][W] Baseball vs Northwestern State
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsMoore Field
6:00 PM
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Contact: Matt HebertGame NotesMIDWEEK #1Date: Tuesday, April 17Location: Natchitoches, La.Site: Brown-Stroud Field (1,200)Time: 6:30 p.mOpponent: Northwestern State (14-19)Radio: SportsRadio ESPN 1420 AM (KPEL)Internet Audio Feed: ESPN 1420-AM Live Stats/Video: www.NSUDemons.com STARTING PITCHERS RHP Austin Robichaux (UL) vs. RHP Jacob Roark (NSU) MIDWEEK #2 Date: Wednesday, April 18 Location: Lafayette, La. Site: M.L. "Tigue" Moore Field (3,755) Times: 6 p.m Opponent: Northwestern State (14-19) Radio: Sports…
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Conversation French
by: Cal EditorAlliance Franaise, 217 W. Main St.
6:00pm-8:00pm
Admission: $175
Alliance Franaise de Lafayette is offering Standard French for Beginners 101 taught by Agnes Capello. Cost is $175 plus membership fee. For more information call 261-1002 or email info@aflafayette.org. … [Event Website]S. Regional Baby Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
9:30 AM
Baby Time is designed to introducemothers, fathers, or caregivers and babiesages 9-18 months to nursery rhymes, songs,fingerplays, and early literacy information.To preregister or for info, call 988-3412. [Event Website]Spreadsheets Computer Class
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
9:30 AM
Electronic Resources Librarian Martin Cooperson will teach computer classes. Spreadsheets Meets for two 2-hour sessions.Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classesMaterial covered: This course will introduce students to spreadsheet terminology and concepts. Specifically, students will learn how to enter text and numbers, use mathematical functions and create formulas, and develop some basic charts.REGISTRATION FOR APRIL CLASSESWalk-in sign-up begins Monday, March 26, at9:00 am.; Telephone Sig… [Event Website]S. Regional Toddler Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
10:30 AM
Fifteen-minute story sessions geared to children 18-35 months.Adults must accompany toddlers. [Event Website]North Regional Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
10:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration required but groups need to call (337) 896-6323to insure available space. [Event Website]Spreadsheets Computer Class
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
1:00 PM
Electronic Resources Librarian Martin Cooperson will teach computer classes. Spreadsheets Meets for two 2-hour sessions.Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classesMaterial covered: This course will introduce students to spreadsheet terminology and concepts. Specifically, students will learn how to enter text and numbers, use mathematical functions and create formulas, and develop some basic charts.REGISTRATION FOR APRIL CLASSESWalk-in sign-up begins Monday, March 26, at9:00 am.; Telephone Sig… [Event Website]S. Regional Bedtime Stories
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
6:00 PM
This program is a nighttime version of Family Story Time.No preregistration required. Bedtime Stories: 6:00 pmThese story times will be in French ...March: 7, 21, April: 4, 18. [Event Website]The Station: ''Wasteland''
by: Cal EditorCite Des Arts
6:30pm
Admission: Free
The Station will be screening the Oscar-nominated documentary "Wasteland" about artist Vik Muiz and his time with Brazil's philosophic catadores who mint the trash heaps of Rio de Janeiro's Jardim Gramacho landfill looking for treasure. There will be a local business raffle and and special discount at Pamplona's Taps after the show. … [Event Website]Sierra Club Program
by: Cal EditorFirst United Methodist Church, 703 Lee Ave.
6:30pm
Admission: Free
Acadian Group of the Sierra Club hosts Robert Schmidt of Joule Energy, Inc to discuss the tremendous opportunities for solar power in Louisiana, and what all those mysterious solar panels are doing on top of Lamar billboards across the state. This educational event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Devin Martin at devin.martin@sierraclub.org or 985-209-5454.Lafayette's Comprehensive Plan Community Forum
by: Lafayette Consolidated GovtAcadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W Vermilion St
12 noon
Share your vision for Lafayette's future at one of the "Issues & Aspirations" Community Forums. Your community. Your future. Be Involved!Lafayette's Comprehensive Plan [Event Website]Lafayette's Comprehensive Plan Community Forum
by: Lafayette Consolidated GovtOssun Elementary, 400 Rue Scholastique
6 p.m.
Share your vision for Lafayette's future at one of the "Issues & Aspirations" Community Forums. Your community. Your future. Be Involved!Lafayette's Comprehensive Plan [Event Website]Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing
by: Cal EditorEvangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino
5:40pm
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ReUSEum Thumb Print Chicks
by: Children's MuseumFrom Tuesday, April 17, 2012 to Saturday, April 21, 2012. [Event Website]
Festival Int'l Quilt
by: Amy BonwellFront window of the Lafayette Public Library Jefferson St
Admission: none
A quilt made from FIL t-shirts is now on display at the Lafayette Public Library in the front window on Jefferson Street. Most of the t-shirt images represent FIL artists' - from the years 1989-2002, including Dennis Paul Williams, Francis Pavy, Elmore Morgan, Jr., Megan Barra, John Geldersma and David Butler. Lisa Bonwell created the quilt with T-Shirts from her own collection, with help from other family members who donated their favorites as well.LA Environmental Awareness Student Art Contest
by: Cal EditorSouthwest LA Center for Health Services
The Louisiana Environmental Education Commission and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries along with contest sponsor, Alcoa Foundation, announce the Tenth Environmental Awareness Art & Language Arts Contest. Louisiana students, ages 5-18, may enter their original work in the art category and/or the language arts category. The theme for the 2012 contest is "Louisiana Waters: Protect, Conserve, Enjoy!" This theme can be used to introduce water sustainability initiatives in classrooms, educ… [Event Website]Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, AOC Community Media team up for video contest
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Thursday, April 12, 2012 to Wednesday, May 09, 2012. [Event Website]
Entries Open For Gaines Literary Award
by: Cal EditorInformation on criteria and entrance forms for the award, which includes a $10,000 cash prize, is available online. The Ernest J. Gaines award is meant to inspire and recognize excellence among rising African-American writers and to honor Gaines as one of the nations most celebrated authors. … [Event Website]
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit
by: Cal EditorAcadian Cultural Center, 501 Fisher Road, Lafayette
Admission: Free
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit will be on view at the Acadian Culture Center through May 28. The exhibit is the latest documentary project of Southern Foodways Alliance. SFA's latest film To Live and Die in Avoyelles Parish, a celebration of the Louisiana boucherie tradition cochon de lait, will also be shown at the center on the half hour from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information call 232-0789 ext. 11. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Food Inventory Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Azalea Trail of New Iberia
by: LCVCDriving / Walking tour, New Iberia
All Day
Admission: No
Driving Tour to View Beautiful Azaleas in Bloom. Azalea Trail maps availble at Iberia Parish Tourist Information Center between 9 a.m.-5 p.m., M-F and 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. [Event Website]Creole Culture Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
The exhibit tells the story of Free People of Color, Creoles and slaves in the Attakaps region. Topics include slavery, code noir, education, religion, and civil rights.Earth Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
At the time the BVD was formed in the mid 1980s, the Bayou Vermilion was listed as one of the most polluted waterways in Louisiana. This exhibit will show how BVD's Bayou Operations works to keep the bayou clean and what you can do to help.Southern Open Artwork Delivery Deadline
by: Cal EditorAcA Main Gallery
Admission: $27/entry
The Acadiana Center for the Arts is gearing up for the 6th Annual Southern Open art competition- a juried exhibition featuring artists from Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.
The Southern Open is open to all visual artists over the age of 18. Entries can include painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, video/DVD and other multimedia / installations. Works that are original, completed within the past two years and not previously exhibited at the AcA will qualify for submission. No stude…
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UL Summer Basketball Camp Registration
by: Cal EditorBourgeois Hall
Admission: $120, $135, $150
The 2012 Ragin' Cajuns Men's Basketball Camps will be held from June 18-21 at Bourgeois Hall from 8 a.m. - noon. Camps are conducted by Ragin' Cajuns Coaches and Players and will feature individual skill instruction, 5 on 5 games, 3 on 3 games and daily contests. Camps are for ages 6-15. The early bird single rate is $120 if registered before May 1. Early bird 2 single rate is $135 if registered before June 1. Single rate is $150 if registered after June 1st. Family rate is $120 family discount with 3 or mo… [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Fees Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Names/Sign Information Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Bayou Boat Tours
by: Cal EditorVermilionville
10:30pm-12:00pm
Admission: $12, $10, $8
Weather and water height permitting. For tickets call (337) 233-4077. Admission $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 kids (4-18), under 4 free. [Event Website]Sugar, Slavery, and Statehood: Bicentennial Program
by: LCVCLa Maison Duchamp located at 201 S. Main St., P. O. Box 379, St. Martinville
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Admission: Free
May 1st-May 31st: Early Bayou Teche Maps and City History Exhibit. This exhibit is part of the city's Bicentennial program entitled "Sugar, Slavery, & Statehood". May 16th-June 30th: Becoming Louisiana: The Path to Statehood. This beautiful history exhibit is made of 10 panels designed by curator Herman Mhire and researched by Louisiana historian Charles Elliott. Exhibits located in the historic Maison Duchamp, 201 S. Main St. Open every Wednesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]Wildlife Hike
by: LCVC5400 Levee Rd., St. Martinville
5:30-6:30
Admission: $1/person
Take a hike out to the "slough lookout: for an evening visit. Enjoy the company of others while looking for birds and other wildlife.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Cyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Thursday, Apr 19, 2012
A Night of Classic Country
by: Cal EditorParc International, Downtown
5:30pm
Admission: $20
97.3 the Dawg and Hampton Toyota presents A
Night of Classic Country featuring the Roots & Boots tour with country legends
Sammy Kershaw, Joe Diffie and Aaron Tippin.Tickets for the show are $20 in advance and $25 at the gate and are available now at the
following locations: Cals Western Wear (4002 Johnston street, Lafayette), Simons
Supermarket (Highway 35 North, Kaplan), Boudin Shop & Chicken On The Bayou (I10
Henderson ExitExit 15), Avon by Christy (1004 Creswell Lane, Opelousas) and online
a…
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A Dream in Color
by: Cal EditorFeed & Seed, 106 N. Grant St., Lafayette
8:30pm
Admission: $20
A Dream in Color is a fashion event benefiting Hearts of Hope.
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Gulf States Camera Club Council Convention
by: Cal EditorRamada Conference Center, New Iberia
Admission: $50
The Lafayette Photographic Society will host this year's Gulf States Camera Club Council Convention titled "Mudbugs and Shutterbugs" from April 19-21.
[Event Website]
My Lafayette Video Contest
by: Cal EditorLafayette and Acadiana
The Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission and AOC are teaming up to give all local filmmakers and videographers a chance to showcase the Hub City the way they see it with an online video contest called My Lafayette. First place will win a cash prize of $1,000. Second place will win $700, and third place will receive $300. For more information about My Lafayette,
contact AOC at (337) 232-4434 or info@aocinc.org.
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Lighting 2 Workshop
by: Cal EditorAOC Community Media, 101 Jefferson St., Suite 100, Rosa Parks Transportation Center
6:30pm
Admission: $25, $40
This station combines several points of learning with the ultimate goal of understanding the basics of lighting. The station includes sections on three-point lighting, theory, perspective, light placement and using available resources. [Event Website]Reading by Willy Vlautin
by: Cal EditorErnest J. Gaines Center, Dupre Library, UL Campus
7:30pm
Admission: Free
The UL Creative Writing Program presents a reading and performance from novelist and musician Willy Vlautin at Ernest J. Gainces Center located on the third floor of the Dupre Library. For more information contact: Marthe Reed mreed@louisiana.edu or 482-5503 or Derek Mosley dmosely@louisiana.edu or 482-1848.IPL ''Magic's in the Bag'' Discussion
by: Cal EditorIberia Parish Library Parkview Branch, 500 Grand Pre Blvd, New Iberia
7:00pm
Admission: Free
Award winning journalist, Chere Coen, will be joining us at the Iberia Parish at the Parkview Library to discuss the history, culture and lure of gris gris bags, which can be found in her new book "Magics in the Bag." Make sure to explore the world of spells and potions with us. This event is open to all ages. To register, call the Main Library at 364.7150.Les Coudre Points Quilting Workshop
by: Cal EditorNUNU's, 1510 Hwy 93, Arnaudville
1:30pm
Admission: $40
Les Coudre Points quilting group invites devotees and novices of needlework to join in a weekly French-language quilting circle at NuNu Arts and Culture Collective. For more information on Les Coudre Points contact Loretta Bourque at 337-754-7115. [Event Website]Kayaking 101 - Basic Skills for Flatwater Kayaking
by: Cal EditorLake Martin
5:00pm
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]WBEC South's Annual Women's Business Expo
by: Cal EditorNew Orleans Mariott, New Orleans
1:30pm-3:30pm
The Womens Business Opportunity Expo links certified womens business enterprises with corporate purchasers, governmental agencies and other businesses for the purpose of creating and building strong relationships. The two-day event will include a matchmaker session, which includes short, face-to-face meetings between certified womens businesses and potential business partners.There will also be workshops, a luncheon and an awards presentation as well as a vendor marketplace. Lynn Tilton, founder and CEO of… [Event Website]The Murder Room
by: Cal EditorEunice Players Theater, 121 S. Second St., Eunice
7:00pm
The play follows the dastardly plot of one money hungry gold digger, Mavis, who is suspected of killing her wealthy husband, Edgar. Individual tickets for the show will be on sale soon. Season tickets are currently on sale at David Ltd. Salon and Turning Point in Eunice, or by calling David at 546-0163 or Debi at 457-2156 to charge by phone. More information can be found on EPTs Facebook page or at www.euniceplayers.blogspot.com. … [Event Website]DANCE @ the Center - BANDALOOP AcA DANCE RESIDENCY
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Monday, April 16, 2012 to Thursday, April 26, 2012.
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Trois La La - Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International
by: Cal EditorGallery 549, 549 Jefferson St., Lafayette
1:30pm-4:30pm
"Trois La La," Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International de Louisiane featuring paintings by Vergie Banks, silk compositions by Megan Barra and glassworks by Michelle Fontenot. For more information, call 337 236-6747.
Laurence Young Exhibit
by: Cal EditorRue du Pont Galerie, Breaux Bridge
The work of Massachusetts artist Laurence Young will be on display at the Rue Du Pont Galerie through May 31.
Young describes his work as a translation of the use of light on an object into color. His studio paintings employ a cold wax medium added to oil paint, which he stresses with heat thereby creating rich, complex, colored surfaces reflective of Provincetown, MA and its artistic history. For more information call 337-344-9207. …
[Event Website]
LSU vs. TBD (Men's Tennis)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Starkville, Miss. (Pitts Tennis Centre)
TBA
[Event Website][W] Men's Tennis vs Troy
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsDenton, Texas
12:00 AM
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2012 Sun Belt Conference Men's Tennis Championships BracketContact: Jeff Schneider LAFAYETTE, La. - With the 2012 regular season in the books, the 70th ranked Ragin’ Cajuns men’s tennis team is slated to head to the Waranch Tennis Complex in Denton, Texas for the 2012 Sun Belt Conference Tennis Championships. “We are looking forward to the challenge of competing for a conference championship,” head coach Mark Jeffrey said. “We are going to take it one match at a time. We h…
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[L] Women's Tennis vs South Alabama
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsDenton, Texas
12:00 AM
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2012 Sun Belt Conference Women's Tennis Championships BracketContact: Jeff Schneider LAFAYETTE, La. – Louisiana’s Ragin’ Cajuns women’s tennis team will face sixth seeded South Alabama in the first round of the Sun Belt Conference Tennis Championships at the Waranch Tennis Complex in Denton, Texas. “We are looking forward to the opportunity to compete for a conference championship,” head coach Greg Harkins said. “We are familiar with the teams as we have played …
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Intermediate Standard French with Louisiana Perspective 204
by: Cal EditorAlliance Franaise, 217 W. Main St.
6:00pm-8:00pm
Admission: $225
Alliance Franaise de Lafayette is offering Standard French for Beginners 101 taught by Jessica Cormier. Cost is $225 plus membership fee. For more information call 261-1002 or email info@aflafayette.org. … [Event Website]Youngsville Branch Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryYoungsville Branch
9:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration required but groups need to call [337]856-9385ahead to insure available space. [Event Website]Story Castle
by: Lafayette Public LibraryJefferson St Library at Children's Department
10:30 AM
Story Castle is for children 3 through 6 year olds and an accompanying adult. [Event Website]Milton Branch Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryMilton Branch
10:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration required but groups need to call (337)856-5261 to insure available space. [Event Website]South Regional Family Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
10:30 AM
Family Story Time includes storytelling, music, and educational activities for all ages. No preregistration required. [Event Website]Family Puppet Theater
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
4:00 PM
North Regional Library Puppeteers present ‘The Peddler.’ A craft follows the show. For details, call 896-6323.Thursday, April 19, 4:00 pmKaleidoscope RoomNorth Regional Library [Event Website]Spring No Snow Globe Craft
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
4:00 PM
Have you ever seen a ‘snowless’ snow globe? Well,you will if you are aged 5 - 12 and participate in thelibrary’s No Snow Globe craft session. Call 981-1028for details and to preregister. Preregistration beginson Monday, April 2.Thursday, April 19, 4:00 pmStory Time Room South Regional Library… [Event Website]
LOUISIANA: A History Film Series
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
6:00 PM
April 2012 marks the 200th anniversary of Louisianas statehood. TheLibrary will present a six-part documentary produced by LPB in honorof this milestone. Episodes last 60 - 75 minutes.This program is part of the Louisiana Bicentennial Program Series.March 29.... This Affair of Louisiana Highlights Louisianasgeography, especially the Mississippi River, as a defining element inour history. Explores LAs first residents, Native American tribes; LAs colonial period; and ends with Napoleons sale of LA to the U… [Event Website]Community Forum Series One: Issues and Aspirations
by: Cal EditorHoly Rosary Windolph Hall
6:00pm
Admission: Free
As part of the Lafayette Consolidated Government Comprehensive Plan development, a series of public meetings called Community Forums will take place in locations across the parish over the next 18 months. These forums will allow everyone an opportunity to participate in the planning process. Individuals who would like to be added to the email list to receive notifications of public meetings and updates to the plan should send their name and preferred email address to lcp@sid&… [Event Website]04/19/2012 - Ribbon Cutting: Wholesale Electric
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Upper Lafayette Crawfish Boil
by: Cal EditorTeurlings Catholic High School, 139 Teurlings Drive
6:00pm-8:00pm
Admission: $35, $20
ULEDFs fourth Annual Crawfish Boil will be held on Thursday, April 19, 2012 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Teurlings Catholic High School, 139 Teurlings Drive in Lafayette. Crawdaddys On-Site Catering will cater the crawfish and sides. Contact jan@upperlafayette.com with any questions.… [Event Website]Sounds on the Square presents Beau Young Band
by: LCVCMagdalen Square, Abbeville
5 p.m.-9 p.m.
Come experience this free, live music concert series with refreshments sold by the Allume Society.Lafayette's Comprehensive Plan Community Forum
by: Lafayette Consolidated GovtHoly Rosary Windolph Hall, 421-C Carmel Ave
6 p.m.
Share your vision for Lafayette's future at one of the "Issues & Aspirations" Community Forums. Your community. Your future. Be Involved!Lafayette's Comprehensive Plan [Event Website]Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing
by: Cal EditorEvangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino
5:40pm
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ReUSEum Thumb Print Chicks
by: Children's MuseumFrom Tuesday, April 17, 2012 to Saturday, April 21, 2012. [Event Website]
Festival Int'l Quilt
by: Amy BonwellFront window of the Lafayette Public Library Jefferson St
Admission: none
A quilt made from FIL t-shirts is now on display at the Lafayette Public Library in the front window on Jefferson Street. Most of the t-shirt images represent FIL artists' - from the years 1989-2002, including Dennis Paul Williams, Francis Pavy, Elmore Morgan, Jr., Megan Barra, John Geldersma and David Butler. Lisa Bonwell created the quilt with T-Shirts from her own collection, with help from other family members who donated their favorites as well.LA Environmental Awareness Student Art Contest
by: Cal EditorSouthwest LA Center for Health Services
The Louisiana Environmental Education Commission and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries along with contest sponsor, Alcoa Foundation, announce the Tenth Environmental Awareness Art & Language Arts Contest. Louisiana students, ages 5-18, may enter their original work in the art category and/or the language arts category. The theme for the 2012 contest is "Louisiana Waters: Protect, Conserve, Enjoy!" This theme can be used to introduce water sustainability initiatives in classrooms, educ… [Event Website]Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, AOC Community Media team up for video contest
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Thursday, April 12, 2012 to Wednesday, May 09, 2012. [Event Website]
Entries Open For Gaines Literary Award
by: Cal EditorInformation on criteria and entrance forms for the award, which includes a $10,000 cash prize, is available online. The Ernest J. Gaines award is meant to inspire and recognize excellence among rising African-American writers and to honor Gaines as one of the nations most celebrated authors. … [Event Website]
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit
by: Cal EditorAcadian Cultural Center, 501 Fisher Road, Lafayette
Admission: Free
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit will be on view at the Acadian Culture Center through May 28. The exhibit is the latest documentary project of Southern Foodways Alliance. SFA's latest film To Live and Die in Avoyelles Parish, a celebration of the Louisiana boucherie tradition cochon de lait, will also be shown at the center on the half hour from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information call 232-0789 ext. 11. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Food Inventory Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Azalea Trail of New Iberia
by: LCVCDriving / Walking tour, New Iberia
All Day
Admission: No
Driving Tour to View Beautiful Azaleas in Bloom. Azalea Trail maps availble at Iberia Parish Tourist Information Center between 9 a.m.-5 p.m., M-F and 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. [Event Website]Creole Culture Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
The exhibit tells the story of Free People of Color, Creoles and slaves in the Attakaps region. Topics include slavery, code noir, education, religion, and civil rights.Earth Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
At the time the BVD was formed in the mid 1980s, the Bayou Vermilion was listed as one of the most polluted waterways in Louisiana. This exhibit will show how BVD's Bayou Operations works to keep the bayou clean and what you can do to help.Southern Open Artwork Delivery Deadline
by: Cal EditorAcA Main Gallery
Admission: $27/entry
The Acadiana Center for the Arts is gearing up for the 6th Annual Southern Open art competition- a juried exhibition featuring artists from Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.
The Southern Open is open to all visual artists over the age of 18. Entries can include painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, video/DVD and other multimedia / installations. Works that are original, completed within the past two years and not previously exhibited at the AcA will qualify for submission. No stude…
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UL Summer Basketball Camp Registration
by: Cal EditorBourgeois Hall
Admission: $120, $135, $150
The 2012 Ragin' Cajuns Men's Basketball Camps will be held from June 18-21 at Bourgeois Hall from 8 a.m. - noon. Camps are conducted by Ragin' Cajuns Coaches and Players and will feature individual skill instruction, 5 on 5 games, 3 on 3 games and daily contests. Camps are for ages 6-15. The early bird single rate is $120 if registered before May 1. Early bird 2 single rate is $135 if registered before June 1. Single rate is $150 if registered after June 1st. Family rate is $120 family discount with 3 or mo… [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Fees Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Names/Sign Information Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Bayou Boat Tours
by: Cal EditorVermilionville
10:30pm-12:00pm
Admission: $12, $10, $8
Weather and water height permitting. For tickets call (337) 233-4077. Admission $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 kids (4-18), under 4 free. [Event Website]Sugar, Slavery, and Statehood: Bicentennial Program
by: LCVCLa Maison Duchamp located at 201 S. Main St., P. O. Box 379, St. Martinville
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Admission: Free
May 1st-May 31st: Early Bayou Teche Maps and City History Exhibit. This exhibit is part of the city's Bicentennial program entitled "Sugar, Slavery, & Statehood". May 16th-June 30th: Becoming Louisiana: The Path to Statehood. This beautiful history exhibit is made of 10 panels designed by curator Herman Mhire and researched by Louisiana historian Charles Elliott. Exhibits located in the historic Maison Duchamp, 201 S. Main St. Open every Wednesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]Wildlife Hike
by: LCVC5400 Levee Rd., St. Martinville
5:30-6:30
Admission: $1/person
Take a hike out to the "slough lookout: for an evening visit. Enjoy the company of others while looking for birds and other wildlife.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Cyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Friday, Apr 20, 2012
Bach Lunch - The Mercy Brothers
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited1:00 PM
Friday, April 20, 2012 from 11:15 AM to 1:00 PM.
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Gulf States Camera Club Council Convention
by: Cal EditorRamada Conference Center, New Iberia
Admission: $50
The Lafayette Photographic Society will host this year's Gulf States Camera Club Council Convention titled "Mudbugs and Shutterbugs" from April 19-21.
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My Lafayette Video Contest
by: Cal EditorLafayette and Acadiana
The Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission and AOC are teaming up to give all local filmmakers and videographers a chance to showcase the Hub City the way they see it with an online video contest called My Lafayette. First place will win a cash prize of $1,000. Second place will win $700, and third place will receive $300. For more information about My Lafayette,
contact AOC at (337) 232-4434 or info@aocinc.org.
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Downtown Alive! - Nik-L Beer
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedParc International, Downtown
8:00 PM
Friday, April 20, 2012 from 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
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Acadiana Players present
by: Cal EditorGrand Opera House of the South
6:00pm
Admission: $50
Special Dinner performance of the "The Kingfish," a one-man play loosely depicting the life and times of the late Huey P. Long.
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Wine & Dine Under the Stars
by: Cal EditorThe Gardens of Harold and Sarah Schoeffler, 3502 E. Simcoe St.
6:00pm-8:00pm
Admission: $75, $100
Join Harold and Sarah Schoeffler for a wine dinner and silent action to benefit Family Promis of Acadiana, a non-profit coalition helping families without homes to reach and sustain their independence. Reservations are necessary. Prices are $75 per person and $100 per couple and includes dinner and entry to all weekend events. For more information contact Sarah Schoeffler at 337-234-4042 or 337-288-0426 or email at cadistyle@aol.com.
Doc Marshalls CD Release Party
by: Cal EditorBlue Moon Salon
10:00pm
Admission: $10
Brooklyn, NY's the Doc Marshalls are celebrating the release of their new album, Look Out, Compadre, at the Blue Moon Saloon on Friday, April 20, 2012.
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Pre-Innov8 Week Open House
by: Cal EditorThe Switch, 100 Central St.
5:00pm
Admission: Free
The Opportunity Machine and the Acadiana Entrepreneur Group are joining forces to host a kick-off social for the 1st Annual Innov8 Week.
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Spoken Innovation Poetry Slam
by: Cal EditorRivals Sports Grill
7:00pm
Featuring local, regional and national poets performing original poetry. Slam Winner punches last spot to qualify for the Individual Semifinals during Festival International Week.Improv-a-Palooza
by: Cal EditorCite Des Arts
6:30pm
Admission: $5
The students of the Lafayette High School Talent Theatre program will present Improv-a-Palooza, an audience interactive improvisational performance. This family friendly, comedy in the tradition of Whose Line is it Anyway? is a student run production directed by Stephanie Bowen. For more information, please call (337) 291-1122.
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The Murder Room
by: Cal EditorEunice Players Theater, 121 S. Second St., Eunice
7:00pm
The play follows the dastardly plot of one money hungry gold digger, Mavis, who is suspected of killing her wealthy husband, Edgar. Individual tickets for the show will be on sale soon. Season tickets are currently on sale at David Ltd. Salon and Turning Point in Eunice, or by calling David at 546-0163 or Debi at 457-2156 to charge by phone. More information can be found on EPTs Facebook page or at www.euniceplayers.blogspot.com. … [Event Website]UL Senior Art Exhibition
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Twenty-five graduating seniors are participating in the exhibition, representing concentrations in Ceramics, Computer Animation, Graphic Design, Media, Metalwork and Jewelry, Painting, Photography, and Printmaking. The two-semester Senior Project course sequence is the capstone experience in the Visual Arts Department. For more information on the event please call 482-6056 or visit ularts.com. …
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DANCE @ the Center - BANDALOOP AcA DANCE RESIDENCY
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Monday, April 16, 2012 to Thursday, April 26, 2012.
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Trois La La - Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International
by: Cal EditorGallery 549, 549 Jefferson St., Lafayette
1:30pm-4:30pm
"Trois La La," Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International de Louisiane featuring paintings by Vergie Banks, silk compositions by Megan Barra and glassworks by Michelle Fontenot. For more information, call 337 236-6747.
Tony Cutrera's See What I See Exhibit
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
The Bayou Vermilion District is pleased to present a rotating year round exhibit in partnership with the Lafayette Art Association to be featured in Vermilionvilles restaurant La Cuisine de Maman.
The Lafayette Art Association (LAA) artists will outfit the restaurants dining and glass porch areas with various artwork mediums that will be available for viewing and purchase each week Tuesday Sunday from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. To view selections from the exhibit and for pricing information click here or call (337)…
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Laurence Young Exhibit
by: Cal EditorRue du Pont Galerie, Breaux Bridge
The work of Massachusetts artist Laurence Young will be on display at the Rue Du Pont Galerie through May 31.
Young describes his work as a translation of the use of light on an object into color. His studio paintings employ a cold wax medium added to oil paint, which he stresses with heat thereby creating rich, complex, colored surfaces reflective of Provincetown, MA and its artistic history. For more information call 337-344-9207. …
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LSU at SEC Championship (Day 1) (Women's Golf)
by: Louisiana State University SportsAway: Fayetteville, Ark. (Blessings GC)
8:00 AM
[Event Website]LSU vs. NCAA Championships (Prelims) (Gymnastics)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Duluth, Ga. (Gwinnett Center)
TBA
[Event Website]LSU vs. SEC Championships (Day 1) (Men's Golf)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: St. Simons Island, Ga. (Sea Island GC)
TBA
[Event Website]LSU at Kentucky (Baseball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsAway: Lexington, Ky. (Cliff Hagan Stadium)
TBA
[Event Website]LSU vs. Ole Miss (Softball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. (Tiger Park)
6:00 PM
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by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsMobile, Ala.
6:30 PM
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Contact: Matt HebertGame NotesTHE WEEKEND SERIESDates: Friday-Sunday, April 20-22, 2012Location: Mobile, Ala.Site: Stanky Field (3,775)Times: 6:30 p.m. (Fri) | 6:30 p.m. (Sat) | 1:00 p.m. (Sun)Opponent: South Alabama (14-23, 8-7 Sun Belt)Radio: Sports Radio ESPN 1420 AM (Friday) & News Talk 96.5 KPEL-FM (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)Television: None Internet Broadcast Links: ESPN 1420-AM and 96.5 KPEL-FMLive Stats/Video: www.RaginCajuns.comSTARTING PITCHERSFriday: RHP Jordan Nicholson (UL) vs. LHP Phillip …
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Track and Field at Southeastern Invite
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsHammond, La.
12:00 AM
Contact: Matt HebertLAFAYETTE – The Ragin’ Cajuns men’s and women’s track and field teams will split time between Hammond and Baton Rouge this weekend as the squads take part in meets hosted by Southeastern Louisiana and LSU. On Friday, April 20, the Cajuns take part in the first-ever Southeastern Lion Invitational at the new Southeastern Track Complex in Hammond. Events begin at 12:30 p.m. with the men's javelin. Following the women's shot put, opening ceremonies will be held at 1 p.m…
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Spring Concert
by: Chorale AcadienneFatima Church, Lafayette
7:30pm
Admission: $25/Adult, $20/Seniors,
Mass in C by BeethovenLPLF Awards Luncheon & Annual Meeting
by: Cal EditorCity Club at River Ranch
11:00am
Admission: $30
The Lafayette Public Library Foundation will hold its Awards Luncheon and Annual Meeting at the City Club at River Ranch. There will be a special screening of the 2012 Academy Award winning Best Animated Short Film "The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore: (MOONBOT Studios, Shreveport). For tickets, contact Pamela at 981-3425 or 278-7166.A Taste of Success
by: Cal EditorHeymann Performing Arts Center
6:30pm
Admission: $40
The ATC/SLCC Foundation will host the eighth annual A Taste of Success at the Heymann Performing Arts and Convention Center in Lafayette.
The evening will be filled with delicious food prepared by alumni of the ATC Lafayette Campus Culinary Arts & Occupations program.
Darla Montgomery of KLFY TV10 will be serving as Mistress of Ceremonies and there will be a
special appearance by Parkview Baptist High School Jump Rope Team, Hearts of Hope.
Musical entertainment will be provided by Bradley Venable and Kajun Kraze.
There will also be live and silent auctions featuring unique items designed and fabricated by ATC/SLCC students and instructors. Eric Robicheaux (Farm Bureau and ATC/SLCC Foundation Director), Live Auction Auctioneer.
Proceeds from the evening are dedicated to funding the greatest needs of the ATC/SLCC campuses.
For more information contact Kelli V. Horn (Public Relations/Financial Aid Officer) at 337-262-5962 ext. 118 or e-mail khorn@acadiana.edu.
Ticket reservations are $40 per person, Gold Sponsor seating is $1,000, Blue Level Patron seating is $750 (reserved seating for 8), and White Level Patron seating is $500 (reserved seating for 8).
AOC Volunteer Practice Session at DTA!
by: Cal EditorParc International
5:00pm
Admission: Free
AOC needs your help to capture incredible performances from locally renowned artists at this week's Downtown Alive. Regardless of your skill level, AOC will provide free, interactive training activities to help you get comfortable with the cameras. For more information email info@aocinc.org. …
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Taste of Success Banquet
by: Heymann CenterFrem F. Boustany Convention Center / Lafayette
06:30 PM
Acadiana Technical College will hold its annual Taste of Success Banquet at the Frem F. Boustany Convention Center. This fundraising event includes fine food prepared by ATC alumni as well as live music and live and silent auctions. Proceeds from this evening are didicated to funding the greatest needs of the ATCSLCC campuses.… [Event Website]
Third Annual Bayou Teche Wooden Boat Show
by: Cal EditorTeche Drive, Franklin
The Third Annual Bayou Teche Wooden Boat Show is quickly becoming the fastest growing venue for classic and antique wooden boats in the Southeast. This year more than 50 boats are slated for display on the scenic banks of Louisiana's historic Bayou Teche in Franklin.Southern Garden Tour
by: Cal EditorGardens of Harold & Sarah Schoeffler, 3502 E. Simcoe St.
Tour the colorful gardens of the Schoeffler family in a weekend full of activities benefitting Family Promise of Acadiana. For more information call 234-4042. [Event Website]Catfish Festival
by: Cal EditorWashington
Grammy winner Chubby Carrier, Geno Delafose, Keith Frank, Steve Riley, Krossfyre, Lil Kenny and the Heartbreakers and Richard LeBeouf are among the zydeco, Cajun and R&B bands performing at the Catfish Festival. The fest also includes carnival rides, a catfish cook-off and cultural presentations. For a full schedule of events, visit www.townofwashingtonla.org.… [Event Website]Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing
by: Cal EditorEvangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino
5:40pm
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ReUSEum Thumb Print Chicks
by: Children's MuseumFrom Tuesday, April 17, 2012 to Saturday, April 21, 2012. [Event Website]
Dewey Balfa Cajun and Creole Heritage Week
by: LCVCChicot State Park, Ville Platte
Activities throughout the week
Admission: Varies, depends on level
Week-long cultural immersion event with classes and workshops on Cajun and Creole music, culture, language, cuisine, taught by renowned Louisiana musicians and artists. [Event Website]Festival Int'l Quilt
by: Amy BonwellFront window of the Lafayette Public Library Jefferson St
Admission: none
A quilt made from FIL t-shirts is now on display at the Lafayette Public Library in the front window on Jefferson Street. Most of the t-shirt images represent FIL artists' - from the years 1989-2002, including Dennis Paul Williams, Francis Pavy, Elmore Morgan, Jr., Megan Barra, John Geldersma and David Butler. Lisa Bonwell created the quilt with T-Shirts from her own collection, with help from other family members who donated their favorites as well.LA Environmental Awareness Student Art Contest
by: Cal EditorSouthwest LA Center for Health Services
The Louisiana Environmental Education Commission and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries along with contest sponsor, Alcoa Foundation, announce the Tenth Environmental Awareness Art & Language Arts Contest. Louisiana students, ages 5-18, may enter their original work in the art category and/or the language arts category. The theme for the 2012 contest is "Louisiana Waters: Protect, Conserve, Enjoy!" This theme can be used to introduce water sustainability initiatives in classrooms, educ… [Event Website]Registration for Girl Scouts Day Camp
by: Cal EditorCamp provides exciting activities that may include arts and crafts, swimming, singing, canoeing, outdoors skills, and games. [Event Website]
Nominations for ACS Spirit of Hope Awards
by: Cal EditorAmerican Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society Spirit of Hope Award recognizes the talents and achievements of those in Acadiana who have distinguished themselves in the fight against cancer. The awards will be presented at American Cancer Societys Black and White Gala on Saturday, August 18, 2012. Nominations are due by Friday, May 4, 2012. To nominate an individual, please go to BlackAndWhiteGala.org and click on the "Spirit of Hope" tab. … [Event Website]Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, AOC Community Media team up for video contest
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Thursday, April 12, 2012 to Wednesday, May 09, 2012. [Event Website]
Entries Open For Gaines Literary Award
by: Cal EditorInformation on criteria and entrance forms for the award, which includes a $10,000 cash prize, is available online. The Ernest J. Gaines award is meant to inspire and recognize excellence among rising African-American writers and to honor Gaines as one of the nations most celebrated authors. … [Event Website]
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit
by: Cal EditorAcadian Cultural Center, 501 Fisher Road, Lafayette
Admission: Free
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit will be on view at the Acadian Culture Center through May 28. The exhibit is the latest documentary project of Southern Foodways Alliance. SFA's latest film To Live and Die in Avoyelles Parish, a celebration of the Louisiana boucherie tradition cochon de lait, will also be shown at the center on the half hour from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information call 232-0789 ext. 11. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Food Inventory Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Azalea Trail of New Iberia
by: LCVCDriving / Walking tour, New Iberia
All Day
Admission: No
Driving Tour to View Beautiful Azaleas in Bloom. Azalea Trail maps availble at Iberia Parish Tourist Information Center between 9 a.m.-5 p.m., M-F and 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. [Event Website]Creole Culture Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
The exhibit tells the story of Free People of Color, Creoles and slaves in the Attakaps region. Topics include slavery, code noir, education, religion, and civil rights.Earth Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
At the time the BVD was formed in the mid 1980s, the Bayou Vermilion was listed as one of the most polluted waterways in Louisiana. This exhibit will show how BVD's Bayou Operations works to keep the bayou clean and what you can do to help.Southern Open Artwork Delivery Deadline
by: Cal EditorAcA Main Gallery
Admission: $27/entry
The Acadiana Center for the Arts is gearing up for the 6th Annual Southern Open art competition- a juried exhibition featuring artists from Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.
The Southern Open is open to all visual artists over the age of 18. Entries can include painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, video/DVD and other multimedia / installations. Works that are original, completed within the past two years and not previously exhibited at the AcA will qualify for submission. No stude…
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UL Summer Basketball Camp Registration
by: Cal EditorBourgeois Hall
Admission: $120, $135, $150
The 2012 Ragin' Cajuns Men's Basketball Camps will be held from June 18-21 at Bourgeois Hall from 8 a.m. - noon. Camps are conducted by Ragin' Cajuns Coaches and Players and will feature individual skill instruction, 5 on 5 games, 3 on 3 games and daily contests. Camps are for ages 6-15. The early bird single rate is $120 if registered before May 1. Early bird 2 single rate is $135 if registered before June 1. Single rate is $150 if registered after June 1st. Family rate is $120 family discount with 3 or mo… [Event Website]Tony Cutera's See What I See Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Free
A native of Opelousas, Cutera made Lafayette his home after earning a BA degree in art at ULL (then SLI), and worked as the advertising/marketing director for Heymann's Department Store for over 50 years. Working in watercolors, oils and acrylics, his work is reflective of beautiful Louisiana, capturing the lush greenery and contrasts of the ever changing countryside. Visit our calendar of events at vermilionville.org for more info.Canstruction Lafayette - Team Fees Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Names/Sign Information Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Bayou Boat Tours
by: Cal EditorVermilionville
10:30pm-12:00pm
Admission: $12, $10, $8
Weather and water height permitting. For tickets call (337) 233-4077. Admission $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 kids (4-18), under 4 free. [Event Website]Tony Cuteras ''See What I See''
by: Cal EditorLa Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
The Bayou Vermilion District is pleased to present a rotating year round exhibit in partnership with the Lafayette Art Association to be featured in Vermilionvilles restaurant La Cuisine de Maman. The Lafayette Art Association (LAA) artists will outfit the restaurants dining and glass porch areas with various artwork mediums that will be available for viewing and purchase each week Tuesday Sunday from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. To view selections from the exhibit and for pricing information click here or call (337)… [Event Website]Sugar, Slavery, and Statehood: Bicentennial Program
by: LCVCLa Maison Duchamp located at 201 S. Main St., P. O. Box 379, St. Martinville
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Admission: Free
May 1st-May 31st: Early Bayou Teche Maps and City History Exhibit. This exhibit is part of the city's Bicentennial program entitled "Sugar, Slavery, & Statehood". May 16th-June 30th: Becoming Louisiana: The Path to Statehood. This beautiful history exhibit is made of 10 panels designed by curator Herman Mhire and researched by Louisiana historian Charles Elliott. Exhibits located in the historic Maison Duchamp, 201 S. Main St. Open every Wednesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]Wildlife Hike
by: LCVC5400 Levee Rd., St. Martinville
5:30-6:30
Admission: $1/person
Take a hike out to the "slough lookout: for an evening visit. Enjoy the company of others while looking for birds and other wildlife.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Cyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Saturday, Apr 21, 2012
Gulf States Camera Club Council Convention
by: Cal EditorRamada Conference Center, New Iberia
Admission: $50
The Lafayette Photographic Society will host this year's Gulf States Camera Club Council Convention titled "Mudbugs and Shutterbugs" from April 19-21.
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INNOV8
by: LEDA00:00 AM
Eight Days. Infinite Possibilities. Mark your calendar. Learn more on the website or follow on Facebook and Twitter @INNOV8LA.
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My Lafayette Video Contest
by: Cal EditorLafayette and Acadiana
The Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission and AOC are teaming up to give all local filmmakers and videographers a chance to showcase the Hub City the way they see it with an online video contest called My Lafayette. First place will win a cash prize of $1,000. Second place will win $700, and third place will receive $300. For more information about My Lafayette,
contact AOC at (337) 232-4434 or info@aocinc.org.
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International Record Store Day
by: Cal EditorBooth 500A, Lafayette Jockey Lot Flea Market 3011 N.W. Evangeline Throughway, I-49
Admission: Free
BOOTH 500A New & Used Vinyl Records Blues Cajun Classic Rock Metal Psych Reggae Jazz Zydeco Music Collectibles, Festival & Concert Posters VG+ thru NM gently used records and a diverse selection of factory sealed LPs I don't keep records at the flea market on a long term basis but haul in crates of LPs each day I set up. 3011 i49 #500a…
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The Ballet Academie presents The Stuff of Moons
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts10:00 PM
Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM.
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Model Kids Talent Search
by: Cal EditorCity Club at River Ranch
Admission: $25
AAF-Acadiana & Images Model & Talent Agency present Models Kids Search benefiting the Children's Shelter of Acadiana Youth, Inc. For ages 4-12, registration is at 9 a.m. and showcase is at 10:30 a.m. For ages 13-25, registration is 12:30 p.m. and showcase is at 2 p.m. Agents attending are Daniel Jackson of Public Model Group in Los Angeles, New York and Asia and Mike Beaty of MT Expo in Dallas. Agents are looking for singers, dancers, models, actors and actresses. Pleas bring a photo to attach to application. For more information, call Simone Foreman at 337-406-2219.Improv-a-Palooza
by: Cal EditorCite Des Arts
12:30pm
Admission: $5
The students of the Lafayette High School Talent Theatre program will present Improv-a-Palooza, an audience interactive improvisational performance. This family friendly, comical, Whose Line is it Anyway?-type show is a student run production directed by Stephanie B.Tickets will be $5 and available at the door. For more information, please call (337) 291-1122. … [Event Website]Hi Neighbor 3D Neighborhood
by: The Little Paintbrush ART studio for all ages104 Rena Drive
5:00pm-8:00pm
Admission: 35.00 Dinner Included
This workshop will be an oil-crayon, water color painting. The background will be trees that resemble the Truffula Trees from the amazing Dr. Seuss movie The Lorax. One collage paper house and one felt house. The kids will sew the edges of the felt house. YES... I said SEW!!
337-288-7266
info@thelittlepaintbrush.com…
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Jazz on the Plazz
by: Cal EditorHilliard Museum Plaza
7:00pm
Admission: $25/person, $200/table
The UL Lafayette Faculty Jazz Combo will present a concert benefiting the Chorale Acadienne and the Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum. The Jazz Combo will include Paul Morton, trumpet; Bob Luckey, saxophone; Jeff George, guitar; Garth Alper, keyboard; Troy Breaux, drums; and guest bassist Joe Butts. The concert will also feature a special appearance by guest vocalist Patsy Bienvenu. Tickets are $25 each or $200 for a reserved table seating of four. Admission includes cocktails and wine contributed by…
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Grand Slam Jambalaya Cookoff
by: Cal EditorLamson Park
10:30am
Admission: $50, $150
A group of UL seniors have been inspired by the Cajuns fantastic season, and wish to attract the community to the recently renovated Lamson Park. To this end, the group has organized an event dubbed the Grand Slam Jambalaya Cook-Off. Slated to take place Saturday, April 21, 2012 starting at 10:30 am in front of Lamson Park, the event will feature competitive teams fielded by local businesses and UL Softball fans. Entrants will spend the morning hours preparing their signature jambalayas for judging and…
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Asbury Plant Sale
by: Asbury Methodist ChurchAsbury Methodist Church
8:00am - 3:00pm
1,000 plants in over 40 different varieties. Some are more commonplace like Mexican petunias, agapanthus, and Louisiana Irises. But others, like Mardi Gras bromeliads, ground orchids, and giant salvias, are much more exotic and well worth seeing. So, on April 21 from 8 am to 3 pm, please drop in, buy a plant, and help them help a child in need.
Founded in 1968, The Nook is an Asbury United Methodist Church outreach effort to help those in the community who are less fortunate. It primarily provides clothing, shoes, and coats to children, with a special emphasis on school uniforms. The need is tremendous.
Improv-a-Palooza
by: Cal EditorCite Des Arts
6:30pm
Admission: $5
The students of the Lafayette High School Talent Theatre program will present Improv-a-Palooza, an audience interactive improvisational performance. This family friendly, comedy in the tradition of Whose Line is it Anyway? is a student run production directed by Stephanie Bowen. For more information, please call (337) 291-1122.
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The Murder Room
by: Cal EditorEunice Players Theater, 121 S. Second St., Eunice
7:00pm
The play follows the dastardly plot of one money hungry gold digger, Mavis, who is suspected of killing her wealthy husband, Edgar. Individual tickets for the show will be on sale soon. Season tickets are currently on sale at David Ltd. Salon and Turning Point in Eunice, or by calling David at 546-0163 or Debi at 457-2156 to charge by phone. More information can be found on EPTs Facebook page or at www.euniceplayers.blogspot.com. … [Event Website]UL Senior Art Exhibition
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Twenty-five graduating seniors are participating in the exhibition, representing concentrations in Ceramics, Computer Animation, Graphic Design, Media, Metalwork and Jewelry, Painting, Photography, and Printmaking. The two-semester Senior Project course sequence is the capstone experience in the Visual Arts Department. For more information on the event please call 482-6056 or visit ularts.com. …
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DANCE @ the Center - BANDALOOP AcA DANCE RESIDENCY
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Monday, April 16, 2012 to Thursday, April 26, 2012.
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Trois La La - Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International
by: Cal EditorGallery 549, 549 Jefferson St., Lafayette
1:30pm-4:30pm
"Trois La La," Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International de Louisiane featuring paintings by Vergie Banks, silk compositions by Megan Barra and glassworks by Michelle Fontenot. For more information, call 337 236-6747.
Tony Cutrera's See What I See Exhibit
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
The Bayou Vermilion District is pleased to present a rotating year round exhibit in partnership with the Lafayette Art Association to be featured in Vermilionvilles restaurant La Cuisine de Maman.
The Lafayette Art Association (LAA) artists will outfit the restaurants dining and glass porch areas with various artwork mediums that will be available for viewing and purchase each week Tuesday Sunday from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. To view selections from the exhibit and for pricing information click here or call (337)…
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Laurence Young Exhibit
by: Cal EditorRue du Pont Galerie, Breaux Bridge
The work of Massachusetts artist Laurence Young will be on display at the Rue Du Pont Galerie through May 31.
Young describes his work as a translation of the use of light on an object into color. His studio paintings employ a cold wax medium added to oil paint, which he stresses with heat thereby creating rich, complex, colored surfaces reflective of Provincetown, MA and its artistic history. For more information call 337-344-9207. …
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LSU at SEC Championship (Day 2) (Women's Golf)
by: Louisiana State University SportsAway: Fayetteville, Ark. (Blessings GC)
8:00 AM
[Event Website]LSU vs. NCAA Super Six Finals (Gymnastics)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Duluth, Ga. (Gwinnett Center)
TBA
[Event Website]LSU vs. SEC Championships (Day 2) (Men's Golf)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: St. Simons Island, Ga. (Sea Island GC)
TBA
[Event Website]LSU vs. LSU Alumni Gold (OUT) (Track and Field)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. (Bernie Moore Track Stadium)
TBA
[Event Website]LSU at Kentucky (Baseball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsAway: Lexington, Ky. (Cliff Hagan Stadium)
TBA
[Event Website]LSU vs. Ole Miss (Softball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. (Tiger Park)
6:00 PM
[Event Website]Bayou Bash
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, New Iberia
9 a.m.- 9 p.m.
Car show, food fest & fais-do-do to benefit non-profit organizations.Track and Field at LSU Alumni Gold
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsBaton Rouge, La.
12:00 AM
Contact: Matt HebertLAFAYETTE – The Ragin’ Cajuns men’s and women’s track and field teams will split time between Hammond and Baton Rouge this weekend as the squads take part in meets hosted by Southeastern Louisiana and LSU. On Friday, April 20, the Cajuns take part in the first-ever Southeastern Lion Invitational at the new Southeastern Track Complex in Hammond. Events begin at 12:30 p.m. with the men's javelin. Following the women's shot put, opening ceremonies will be held at 1 p.m…
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[W] Baseball at South Alabama*
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsMobile, Ala.
6:30 PM
Contact: Matt HebertGame NotesTHE WEEKEND SERIESDates: Friday-Sunday, April 20-22, 2012Location: Mobile, Ala.Site: Stanky Field (3,775)Times: 6:30 p.m. (Fri) | 6:30 p.m. (Sat) | 1:00 p.m. (Sun)Opponent: South Alabama (14-23, 8-7 Sun Belt)Radio: Sports Radio ESPN 1420 AM (Friday) & News Talk 96.5 KPEL-FM (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)Television: None Internet Broadcast Links: ESPN 1420-AM and 96.5 KPEL-FMLive Stats/Video: www.RaginCajuns.comSTARTING PITCHERSFriday: RHP Jordan Nicholson (UL) vs. LHP Phillip …
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[W] Softball vs Florida Atlantic*
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsLamson Park
1:00 PM
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Contact: Cory WeigelGame NotesDate: April 21-22Location: Lafayette, La.Site: Lamson ParkOpponent: Florida Atlantic (13-29, 3-10 SBC)Time: Saturday – 11:05 A.M. (DH) | Sunday – 1:05 P.M.TV: Saturday (DH) – Sun Belt Network (CST) and ESPN3.com (Game two tape delayed) Sunday – KLAF Local TelevisionRadio: ESPN 1420 (KPEL)Live Stats: www.ragincajuns.com TELEVISION NOTICEThe Ragin’ Cajuns return to action this weekend as they play host to FAU in a three game series. The two squads wil…
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Standard French for Beginners 101
by: Cal EditorAlliance Franaise, 217 W. Main St.
10:00am-12:00pm
Admission: $225
Alliance Franaise de Lafayette is offering Standard French for Beginners 101 taught by Cynthia Benoit from Canada. Cost is $225 plus membership fee and books. For more information call 261-1002 or email info@aflafayette.org. … [Event Website]Girl Scout Saturday: Caring is Sharing: Jewelry Making
by: Children's Museum12:00 PM
Admission: $12, $5,$3
Saturday, April 21, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. Girls will learn artisan hands skills and produce at least 2 finished projects. Artisan skills offered will rotate among jewelry making, ceramics, and printmaking. One of the finished projects will be donated to the CMA for sale in our annual silent auction as a fundraiser for the CMA.… [Event Website]Enchanting Tour Through Schoeffler Gardens
by: Cal EditorSchoeffler Gardens, 3502 E. Simcoe St.
9:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $15
Join Harold and Sarah Schoeffler for a tour through their southern garden. Event activities include coffee and tea in the Garden Room, music in the gazebo, art in the garden, bayou boat rides, master garden talks and answers and a presentation of "The Fairies." For more information contact Sarah Schoeffler at 337-234-4042 or 337-288-0426 or email at cadistyle@aol.com.Voices In Spring: Marthe Reed & Bonny McDonald
by: Cal EditorCarpe Diem! Gelato-Espresso Bar
7:00pm-8:30pm
Spend a spring evening experiencing poetry and performance arts while enjoying gelato, espresso, tea, and pastries when Carpe Diem! hosts Voices in Spring featuring poetry and performances from Louisiana poets Marthe Reed and Bonny McDonald. For more information contact Clare Marting at (337) 962-5886 or martin. clarel@gmail.com. … [Event Website]Bayou Teche Canoe Adventure
by: Cal EditorFairfax Foster Bailey Boat Landing, Franklin
8:30am
Admission: $15
The Friends of Bayou Teche National Wildlife Refuge are hosting a Canoe Adventure on Saturday, April 21 in conjunction with the Bayou Teche Bear Festival in Franklin. Tours are being offered at 8:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. and paddlers will meet at the Fairfax Foster Bailey Boat Landing in Franklin. A pre-registration fee of $15 per canoe is required to reserve a canoe and must be received by April 18. The limit is two adults and one child over age 6 per canoe. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Participa… [Event Website]New Childrens French Book Sale
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
9:00 AM
The community will have an opportunity to purchasenew French children’s books and some Putamayo CDs.Proceeds benefit the South Regional Library. The saleis sponsored by En Francais and the South RegionalLibrary.Saturday, April 21 9:00 am - 1:00 pmStory Time Room South Regional Library… [Event Website]Authors Alley Book Sale and Signing
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
10:00 AM
Authors’ Alley Book Sale and Signing Local authors aregathering on Saturday, April 21, from 10:00 am- 2:30 pm at the SouthRegional Library to sell and sign their books.Authors may request a space by calling 981-1028 by Saturday, March 24. [Event Website]Making Transitions for Parents and Teens
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
10:30 AM
SLCC Instructor Ericka Haynes, MBA, discusses common concerns and adjustment issues for parents and students going off tocollege. Other topics covered include financial aid, admission requirements, and FERPA(Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act). [Event Website]Story Time En Francais
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
11:00 AM
These Saturday Story Times will be in told in French. [Event Website]King Crawfish: Film Screening
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
1:00 PM
This program is part of the Louisiana Bicentennial Program Series.Watch the Cajun spirit being poured out on a communal table, even as the wild harvest is diminishing. At the 50-year old Breaux Bridge Crawfish Festival, we see everything Cajuns value take to the stage:their language, music, food, dance, and crawfish. Thousands of pounds of crawfish, most coming from their natural habitat, theAtchafalaya Basin, get served up at the festival. But in one small fishing community in the Basin, crawfishermen f… [Event Website]Early Louisiana Music and Dance
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
2:30 PM
Renaissance Cadienne, a Cajun FolkloricTroupe specializing in 18th and 19th centurymusic from France, Canada, and Louisiana, willdemonstrate French dances from deportationtime and will show how the music changedwhen it came to Louisiana. Their music paintsa vivid picture of the way the Louisiana Cajunslived 200 years ago. Audience participation isencouraged.Saturday, April 21, 2:30 - 3:30 pmSouth Regional Library Meeting RoomThis rogram is part of the Louisiana Bicentennial Program Series.… [Event Website]IPL Flower Power
by: Cal EditorIberia Parish Library Lydia Branch, 4800 Freyou Road, New Iberia
10:30am-2:30pm
Admission: Free
April showers bring May flowers, but consider yourself lucky. No rain is needed for these fun flowers. Drop in anytime between 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. to make a flower bouquet craft in honor of your mom for Mothers Day. This craft is open to all ages, but younger children may require more parental assistance. Call the Lydia Library at 364.7808 for more information.Friends of Music Jazz Guitar Competition
by: Cal EditorFletcher Hall Auditorium, UL Lafyette Campus
2:00pm
Admission: Free
the UL Lafayette School of Music performance competition series will feature the very first bi-annual Friends of Music Jazz Guitar Competition. Four finalist chosen from a preliminary competition will contend for prizes and recognition. The competition is co-sponsored by Lafayette Music Co., Inc. The event is free and open to the public. For more information call 482-5210.UL Jazz Guitar Competition
by: Cal EditorFletcher Hall Auditorium
2:00pm
Admission: Free
As part of the University of Louisiana at Lafayettes School of Music's performance competition series, the Friends of Music Jazz Guitar Competition will hold its inaugural competition event in the Fletcher Hall auditorium. The Friends of Music competition is co-sponsored by Lafayette Music Co., Inc. For more information call 482-5210Acadiana Roller Girls vs. Cajun Rollergirls
by: Cal EditorTop Shelf Sports, 1616 Youngsville Hwy, Youngsville
7:00pm
Admission: $10, $12
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Sierra Club: Indian Bayou Day Hike
by: Cal EditorTake I-10 to exit 121 (Butte LaRose). Travel 5.6 miles north to sixth parking lot on left.
1:00pm
Admission: Free
In honor of our founder John Muir's 174 birthday, we are hosting a day hike to the Indian Bayou Area. Bring good shoes, water, and bug spray. Contact Devin Martin at devin.martin@sierraclub.org or 985-209-5454.Cajun Jam
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd. Lafayette
1-3:30 p.m.
Admission: Free
Join Vermilionville for their weekly Cajun Jam led by some of the area's 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!Household Chemical Day
by: Lafayette Consolidated GovtUL Cajun Field
8 a.m. to 12 noon
Household Chemical Day is scheduled for April 21, 2012 from 8 a.m. to 12 noon at the UL Cajun Field Parking Lot. (Enter from W. Congress St. - Gate 4) Do your part to keep Lafayette Safe and Clean!Click here for more information. [Event Website]Annual Rabies Clinic
by: Lafayette Consolidated GovtLafayette
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
The 2012 Annual Rabies Clinic April 21, 2012 from 1:30 pm - 2:30pm. Locations: Prairie Elementary, Northside High, Immaculate Heart of Mary, Leo Judice Elementary, Judice Middle, and Duson City Hall. Cost per animal $7.00. Please come early and remember all pets must be properly contained. Click here for the application form and to read more.…
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ArtMania
by: Louisiana Metalsmiths AssociationOld Washington Schoolhouse Grounds, Old Washington
Admission: Free
Local & national artists will be offering original art for sale & demonstrations throughout the day. Artists have donated original pieces to be raffled to benefit St. Jude Childrens' Research Hospital. [Event Website]Mosaic Workshops at the Arts Co-op Gallery
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 21, 2012 to Sunday, April 22, 2012. [Event Website]
Third Annual Bayou Teche Wooden Boat Show
by: Cal EditorTeche Drive, Franklin
The Third Annual Bayou Teche Wooden Boat Show is quickly becoming the fastest growing venue for classic and antique wooden boats in the Southeast. This year more than 50 boats are slated for display on the scenic banks of Louisiana's historic Bayou Teche in Franklin.Southern Garden Tour
by: Cal EditorGardens of Harold & Sarah Schoeffler, 3502 E. Simcoe St.
Tour the colorful gardens of the Schoeffler family in a weekend full of activities benefitting Family Promise of Acadiana. For more information call 234-4042. [Event Website]Catfish Festival
by: Cal EditorWashington
Grammy winner Chubby Carrier, Geno Delafose, Keith Frank, Steve Riley, Krossfyre, Lil Kenny and the Heartbreakers and Richard LeBeouf are among the zydeco, Cajun and R&B bands performing at the Catfish Festival. The fest also includes carnival rides, a catfish cook-off and cultural presentations. For a full schedule of events, visit www.townofwashingtonla.org.… [Event Website]Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing
by: Cal EditorEvangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino
5:40pm
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ReUSEum Thumb Print Chicks
by: Children's MuseumFrom Tuesday, April 17, 2012 to Saturday, April 21, 2012. [Event Website]
Dewey Balfa Cajun and Creole Heritage Week
by: LCVCChicot State Park, Ville Platte
Activities throughout the week
Admission: Varies, depends on level
Week-long cultural immersion event with classes and workshops on Cajun and Creole music, culture, language, cuisine, taught by renowned Louisiana musicians and artists. [Event Website]Festival Int'l Quilt
by: Amy BonwellFront window of the Lafayette Public Library Jefferson St
Admission: none
A quilt made from FIL t-shirts is now on display at the Lafayette Public Library in the front window on Jefferson Street. Most of the t-shirt images represent FIL artists' - from the years 1989-2002, including Dennis Paul Williams, Francis Pavy, Elmore Morgan, Jr., Megan Barra, John Geldersma and David Butler. Lisa Bonwell created the quilt with T-Shirts from her own collection, with help from other family members who donated their favorites as well.LA Environmental Awareness Student Art Contest
by: Cal EditorSouthwest LA Center for Health Services
The Louisiana Environmental Education Commission and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries along with contest sponsor, Alcoa Foundation, announce the Tenth Environmental Awareness Art & Language Arts Contest. Louisiana students, ages 5-18, may enter their original work in the art category and/or the language arts category. The theme for the 2012 contest is "Louisiana Waters: Protect, Conserve, Enjoy!" This theme can be used to introduce water sustainability initiatives in classrooms, educ… [Event Website]Registration for Girl Scouts Day Camp
by: Cal EditorCamp provides exciting activities that may include arts and crafts, swimming, singing, canoeing, outdoors skills, and games. [Event Website]
Nominations for ACS Spirit of Hope Awards
by: Cal EditorAmerican Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society Spirit of Hope Award recognizes the talents and achievements of those in Acadiana who have distinguished themselves in the fight against cancer. The awards will be presented at American Cancer Societys Black and White Gala on Saturday, August 18, 2012. Nominations are due by Friday, May 4, 2012. To nominate an individual, please go to BlackAndWhiteGala.org and click on the "Spirit of Hope" tab. … [Event Website]Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, AOC Community Media team up for video contest
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Thursday, April 12, 2012 to Wednesday, May 09, 2012. [Event Website]
Entries Open For Gaines Literary Award
by: Cal EditorInformation on criteria and entrance forms for the award, which includes a $10,000 cash prize, is available online. The Ernest J. Gaines award is meant to inspire and recognize excellence among rising African-American writers and to honor Gaines as one of the nations most celebrated authors. … [Event Website]
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit
by: Cal EditorAcadian Cultural Center, 501 Fisher Road, Lafayette
Admission: Free
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit will be on view at the Acadian Culture Center through May 28. The exhibit is the latest documentary project of Southern Foodways Alliance. SFA's latest film To Live and Die in Avoyelles Parish, a celebration of the Louisiana boucherie tradition cochon de lait, will also be shown at the center on the half hour from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information call 232-0789 ext. 11. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Food Inventory Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Azalea Trail of New Iberia
by: LCVCDriving / Walking tour, New Iberia
All Day
Admission: No
Driving Tour to View Beautiful Azaleas in Bloom. Azalea Trail maps availble at Iberia Parish Tourist Information Center between 9 a.m.-5 p.m., M-F and 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. [Event Website]Creole Culture Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
The exhibit tells the story of Free People of Color, Creoles and slaves in the Attakaps region. Topics include slavery, code noir, education, religion, and civil rights.Earth Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
At the time the BVD was formed in the mid 1980s, the Bayou Vermilion was listed as one of the most polluted waterways in Louisiana. This exhibit will show how BVD's Bayou Operations works to keep the bayou clean and what you can do to help.Southern Open Artwork Delivery Deadline
by: Cal EditorAcA Main Gallery
Admission: $27/entry
The Acadiana Center for the Arts is gearing up for the 6th Annual Southern Open art competition- a juried exhibition featuring artists from Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.
The Southern Open is open to all visual artists over the age of 18. Entries can include painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, video/DVD and other multimedia / installations. Works that are original, completed within the past two years and not previously exhibited at the AcA will qualify for submission. No stude…
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UL Summer Basketball Camp Registration
by: Cal EditorBourgeois Hall
Admission: $120, $135, $150
The 2012 Ragin' Cajuns Men's Basketball Camps will be held from June 18-21 at Bourgeois Hall from 8 a.m. - noon. Camps are conducted by Ragin' Cajuns Coaches and Players and will feature individual skill instruction, 5 on 5 games, 3 on 3 games and daily contests. Camps are for ages 6-15. The early bird single rate is $120 if registered before May 1. Early bird 2 single rate is $135 if registered before June 1. Single rate is $150 if registered after June 1st. Family rate is $120 family discount with 3 or mo… [Event Website]Tony Cutera's See What I See Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Free
A native of Opelousas, Cutera made Lafayette his home after earning a BA degree in art at ULL (then SLI), and worked as the advertising/marketing director for Heymann's Department Store for over 50 years. Working in watercolors, oils and acrylics, his work is reflective of beautiful Louisiana, capturing the lush greenery and contrasts of the ever changing countryside. Visit our calendar of events at vermilionville.org for more info.Canstruction Lafayette - Team Fees Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Names/Sign Information Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Bayou Boat Tours
by: Cal EditorVermilionville
10:30pm-12:00pm
Admission: $12, $10, $8
Weather and water height permitting. For tickets call (337) 233-4077. Admission $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 kids (4-18), under 4 free. [Event Website]Tony Cuteras ''See What I See''
by: Cal EditorLa Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
The Bayou Vermilion District is pleased to present a rotating year round exhibit in partnership with the Lafayette Art Association to be featured in Vermilionvilles restaurant La Cuisine de Maman. The Lafayette Art Association (LAA) artists will outfit the restaurants dining and glass porch areas with various artwork mediums that will be available for viewing and purchase each week Tuesday Sunday from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. To view selections from the exhibit and for pricing information click here or call (337)… [Event Website]Sugar, Slavery, and Statehood: Bicentennial Program
by: LCVCLa Maison Duchamp located at 201 S. Main St., P. O. Box 379, St. Martinville
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Admission: Free
May 1st-May 31st: Early Bayou Teche Maps and City History Exhibit. This exhibit is part of the city's Bicentennial program entitled "Sugar, Slavery, & Statehood". May 16th-June 30th: Becoming Louisiana: The Path to Statehood. This beautiful history exhibit is made of 10 panels designed by curator Herman Mhire and researched by Louisiana historian Charles Elliott. Exhibits located in the historic Maison Duchamp, 201 S. Main St. Open every Wednesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]Wildlife Hike
by: LCVC5400 Levee Rd., St. Martinville
5:30-6:30
Admission: $1/person
Take a hike out to the "slough lookout: for an evening visit. Enjoy the company of others while looking for birds and other wildlife.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Cyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Sunday, Apr 22, 2012
INNOV8
by: LEDA00:00 AM
Eight Days. Infinite Possibilities. Mark your calendar. Learn more on the website or follow on Facebook and Twitter @INNOV8LA.
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My Lafayette Video Contest
by: Cal EditorLafayette and Acadiana
The Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission and AOC are teaming up to give all local filmmakers and videographers a chance to showcase the Hub City the way they see it with an online video contest called My Lafayette. First place will win a cash prize of $1,000. Second place will win $700, and third place will receive $300. For more information about My Lafayette,
contact AOC at (337) 232-4434 or info@aocinc.org.
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Great Bayou Teche Dog Paddle
by: Cal EditorParc des Ponts de Pont Breaux, Breaux Bridge
8:00am
The Great Bayou Teche Dog Paddle is an eight-mile leisure paddle down the Bayou Teche beginning
at Parc des Ponts de Pont Breaux in Breaux Bridge and ending at Cecile Rousseau Memorial Park in Parks.
Music will be provided in Parks from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. by All-O-Cajun DJ Services. Other vendors
will also be on hand to provide pet-related services, food and drink. This is an alcohol free event, great for
the whole family.
Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite four-legged friend (or stuffed…
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Save the Earth - Start with Our Coast
by: Innov8 Lafayette12:45pm
Earth Day Celebration at the U.S. Geological Survey National WetlandsResearch Center and NOAA Estuarine Habitat and Coastal Fisheries Center inthe University of Louisiana at Lafayette Research Park - INNOV8 launches withEarth Day Festivities on Sunday April 22, from 1:00pm to 5:00pm.…
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Coastal Wetlands, Protection and Restoration Act Exhibit
by: Innov8 Lafayette1:00pm
Learn more about coastal restoration with an exhibit on the Coastal Wetlands Planning, Protection and Restoration Act on Earth Day, April 22 from 1pm to 5pm at the USGS National Wetlands Research Center.For more information on Earth Day, click here.
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Explore the Basin with the Boy Scouts
by: Innov8 Lafayette1:00pm
Atchafalaya Wilderness Experience presentation by theEvangeline Area Council, Boy Scouts of America. Come learn aboutthe exciting conservation and recreation projects being created and implemented in the nation’s largest river swamp, the Atchafalaya Basin! Over the last two years, the Scouts from Acadiana have established themselves as the next stewards of this amazing wetland environment by partnering with local, state, and federal governments, private companies, organizations, and individuals to …
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Dana Landry Earth Day Fundraiser
by: Cal EditorMcGee's Landing, Henderson
4:00pm-8:00pm
Picking up from the Earth Day Celebration at Feed & Seed in Downtown Lafayette, join friends, family and fans of Dana Landry for this fundraiser held in her name to raise money for Basinkeeper.org in order to provide financial aid for volunteers to plant cypress and live oak trees in Lake Fausse Point State Park. … [Event Website]UL Senior Art Exhibition
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Twenty-five graduating seniors are participating in the exhibition, representing concentrations in Ceramics, Computer Animation, Graphic Design, Media, Metalwork and Jewelry, Painting, Photography, and Printmaking. The two-semester Senior Project course sequence is the capstone experience in the Visual Arts Department. For more information on the event please call 482-6056 or visit ularts.com. …
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DANCE @ the Center - BANDALOOP AcA DANCE RESIDENCY
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Monday, April 16, 2012 to Thursday, April 26, 2012.
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Trois La La - Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International
by: Cal EditorGallery 549, 549 Jefferson St., Lafayette
1:30pm-4:30pm
"Trois La La," Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International de Louisiane featuring paintings by Vergie Banks, silk compositions by Megan Barra and glassworks by Michelle Fontenot. For more information, call 337 236-6747.
Tony Cutrera's See What I See Exhibit
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
The Bayou Vermilion District is pleased to present a rotating year round exhibit in partnership with the Lafayette Art Association to be featured in Vermilionvilles restaurant La Cuisine de Maman.
The Lafayette Art Association (LAA) artists will outfit the restaurants dining and glass porch areas with various artwork mediums that will be available for viewing and purchase each week Tuesday Sunday from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. To view selections from the exhibit and for pricing information click here or call (337)…
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Laurence Young Exhibit
by: Cal EditorRue du Pont Galerie, Breaux Bridge
The work of Massachusetts artist Laurence Young will be on display at the Rue Du Pont Galerie through May 31.
Young describes his work as a translation of the use of light on an object into color. His studio paintings employ a cold wax medium added to oil paint, which he stresses with heat thereby creating rich, complex, colored surfaces reflective of Provincetown, MA and its artistic history. For more information call 337-344-9207. …
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LSU at SEC Championship (Day 3) (Women's Golf)
by: Louisiana State University SportsAway: Fayetteville, Ark. (Blessings GC)
8:00 AM
[Event Website]LSU vs. NCAA Event Finals (Gymnastics)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Duluth, Ga. (Gwinnett Center)
TBA
[Event Website]LSU vs. SEC Championships (Day 3) (Men's Golf)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: St. Simons Island, Ga. (Sea Island GC)
TBA
[Event Website]LSU at Kentucky (Baseball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsAway: Lexington, Ky. (Cliff Hagan Stadium)
TBA
[Event Website]LSU vs. Ole Miss (Softball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsHome: Baton Rouge, La. (Tiger Park)
1:00 PM
[Event Website][W] Softball vs Florida Atlantic*
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsLamson Park
1:00 PM
Contact: Cory WeigelGame NotesDate: April 21-22Location: Lafayette, La.Site: Lamson ParkOpponent: Florida Atlantic (13-29, 3-10 SBC)Time: Saturday – 11:05 A.M. (DH) | Sunday – 1:05 P.M.TV: Saturday (DH) – Sun Belt Network (CST) and ESPN3.com (Game two tape delayed) Sunday – KLAF Local TelevisionRadio: ESPN 1420 (KPEL)Live Stats: www.ragincajuns.com TELEVISION NOTICEThe Ragin’ Cajuns return to action this weekend as they play host to FAU in a three game series. The two squads wil…
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[L] Baseball at South Alabama*
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsMobile, Ala.
1:00 PM
Contact: Matt HebertGame NotesTHE WEEKEND SERIESDates: Friday-Sunday, April 20-22, 2012Location: Mobile, Ala.Site: Stanky Field (3,775)Times: 6:30 p.m. (Fri) | 6:30 p.m. (Sat) | 1:00 p.m. (Sun)Opponent: South Alabama (14-23, 8-7 Sun Belt)Radio: Sports Radio ESPN 1420 AM (Friday) & News Talk 96.5 KPEL-FM (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)Television: None Internet Broadcast Links: ESPN 1420-AM and 96.5 KPEL-FMLive Stats/Video: www.RaginCajuns.comSTARTING PITCHERSFriday: RHP Jordan Nicholson (UL) vs. LHP Phillip …
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Shadows-on-the-Teche Eat, Drink, Celebrate 2012
by: Cal EditorShadows-on-the-Teche 317 E. Main St., New Iberia.
11:00am-2:00pm
Admission: $50
Shadows yearly fundraising event will celebrate Louisiana's incredible cuisine in honor of the Bicentennial. The event includes beverages, entertainment and a silent auction. The event's activities include an exhibit created especially for guests and visits from some of Louisiana's historic characters. For reservations, call 369-6446. … [Event Website]Eat-Drink-Celebrate 2012
by: LCVCShadows-on-the-Teche, 317 E Main St, New Iberia
11a.m.-2 p.m.
Admission: Yes
Celebrate Louisiana's Bicentennial with a tasting event focusing on Louisiana's unique cuisine. Visit with some of Louisiana's historical figures. Includes food, beverages and entertainment.Leroy Thomas & Zydeco Road Runners
by: Bayou Vermilion DistrictVermilionville
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Admission: $5
[Event Website]Quiet Stroll Through the Gardens
by: Cal EditorSchoeffler Gardens, 3502 E. Simcoe St.
2:00pm-6:00pm
Join Harold and Sarah Schoeffler for a tour through their southern gardens. For more information contact Sarah Schoeffler at 337-234-4042 or 337-288-0426 or email at cadistyle@aol.com.Hebert Dancentre Dance Program
by: Heymann CenterHeymann Performing Arts Center / Lafayette
02:00 PM
Hebert Dancecentre will hold its Dance Program at the Heymann Performing Arts Center. [Event Website]25th Annual Avec Souci Garden Tour
by: Cal EditorVarious Lafayette Gardens
1:00pm-5:00pm
Admission: $15, $20
Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the tour, with proceeds benefiting numerous charities. Tickets may be purchased through any Avec Souci member, Albertson's on Johnston St., All Seasons Nursery and Landscape, The Gardenaire, Champagne's Market, The Garden Center, and Native Sun. For more information contact babsvwerner@aol.com.The Murder Room
by: Cal EditorEunice Players Theater, 121 S. Second St., Eunice
2:00pm
Admission: Free
The play follows the dastardly plot of one money hungry gold digger, Mavis, who is suspected of killing her wealthy husband, Edgar. Individual tickets for the show will be on sale soon. Season tickets are currently on sale at David Ltd. Salon and Turning Point in Eunice, or by calling David at 546-0163 or Debi at 457-2156 to charge by phone. More information can be found on EPTs Facebook page or at www.euniceplayers.blogspot.com. … [Event Website]Eat Drink Celebrate 2012
by: Cal EditorShadows-on-the-Teche 317 E. Main St., New Iberia.
11:00am-2:00pm
Admission: $50
Shadows-on-the-Teche volunteers are hosting a fundraiser to finance on-site educational programs and preservation projects. Eat Drink Celebrate will feature Louisianas unique cuisine prepared by both professional and amateur chefs. Celebrate Louisianas 200th year as a state with the taste of some of the states best traditional dishes. Expect visits by some of Louisianas historic figures and an exhibit about Louisiana cuisine created especially for guests. Tickets will be $50.00 per person and tables of ei… [Event Website]IPAL Auditions for ''Remember When Again''
by: Cal EditorEssanee Theater, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia
2:00pm-5:00pm
The Iberia Performing Arts League will be holding auditions for its original 60s musical "Remember When Again." The show will have a large cast, and parts are available for singers, dancers, and actors 15 and over. No previous experience is required. Twenty three sixties era songs will be used in the show. Contact the director at 364-1975 or email ipal@cox.net. … [Event Website]IPAL Auditions for ''Remember When Again''
by: Cal EditorEssanee Theater, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia
2:00pm-5:00pm
Admission: $40
The Iberia Performing Arts League will be holding auditions for its original 60s musical "Remember When Again." The show will have a large cast, and parts are available for singers, dancers, and actors 15 and over. No previous experience is required. Twenty three sixties era songs will be used in the show. Contact the director at 364-1975 or email ipal@cox.net. … [Event Website]Preview Exhibits on Coastal Sustainability
by: Innov8 Lafayette1:00pm
Preview exhibits from ULL’s Coastal Sustainability Studio (UL CSS) on Earth Day at USGS National Wetlands Research Center, which will emphasize how principles of landscape, ecosystem, and human dynamics can be incorporated into elements of systems design: pragmatic, trans-disciplinary techniques for reducing environmental vulnerability, enhancing ecosystem resilience, and promoting cultural sustainability.For more information on Earth Day, click here.…
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Learn About the Connection of Estuarine Dependent Species to Coastal Restoration
by: Innov8 Lafayette3:30pm
Get more in-depthinformation on NOAA’s coastal restoration efforts at a 3:30p.m. presentation during INNOV8'sEarth Day at USGS National Wetlands Research Center.In the presentation, “Louisiana’s Coastal Wetlands and Estuarine DependentSpecies,”EHCFC Facility Administrator, Dr. John Foret willexplain the ongoing coastal restoration efforts and how they relate toestuarine dependent fish and shellfish.For more information on Earth Day, click here.…
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Kinkaid Loop Trail Hiking Trip
by: Cal EditorPack & Paddle
8:00am
Admission: $40
Join us for a day hike through the Kinkaid Loop Trail. This relaxing 9 mile loop is longer than some of our hikes, but the easy terrain and the variety of scenery on the trail makes the miles pass quickly. Our route will take us along the hilly shore of Lake Kinkaid before intersecting with the Wild Azalea Trail for a short time. We'll loop back up through a mixed forest of Loblolly and Longleaf Pine, White Oak and Southern Magnolia. We'll pass lower lying areas containing Irises, Spider Lillies, Beech… [Event Website]Hear Louisiana's Master Plan for a Sustainable Coast
by: Innov8 Lafayette1:00pm
The state’s Coastal Protection and Restoration Authority (CPRA) willbe located in the Coastal Fisheries Center on Earth Day with presentations pertainingto our future living in a sustainable coastal delta. A groundbreakingplanning effort by the CPRA shows that while the future looks bleak,we have the opportunity to take bold action to save the coast and securesouth Louisiana’s future. The master plan is based on a two-year analysis involving some of thestate's best scientists and enginee…
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Join in the Anniversary Celebration
by: Innov8 Lafayette1:00pm
Learn How to Build a Better Community
by: Innov8 Lafayette1:00pm
View a preview of theCommunity Design Workshop presented by the University of Louisianaat Lafayette on Earth Day at USGS National Wetlands Research Center. ULL’s Community Design Workshop will show some of the ways to design good community andplanning principles by students in theSchool of Architecture.For more information on Earth Day, click here.…
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Preview Exhibits on Coastal Sustainability
by: Innov8 Lafayette1:00pm
A preview of exhibits from ULL’s Coastal Sustainability Studio (UL CSS), which will emphasize how principles of landscape, ecosystem, and human dynamics can be incorporated into elements of systems design: pragmatic, trans-disciplinary techniques for reducing environmental vulnerability, enhancing ecosystem resilience, and promoting cultural sustainability.…
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See the Home of the Future - Today
by: Innov8 Lafayette1:00pm
Earth Day at BeauSoleil Home tour on UL Main Campus. Housed atthe UL Lafayette Main Campus, the BeauSoleil Louisiana Solar Homeis a culturally relevant, technological hybrid that advances the traditional homebuilding in our region.For more information on Earth Day, click here.…
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View NOAA Boats & Fisheries Gear
by: Innov8 Lafayette1:00pm
Learn About the Connection of Estuarine Dependent Species to Coa
by: Innov8 Lafayette3:30pm
Get more in-depthinformation on NOAA’s coastal restoration efforts at a 3:30p.m. presentation during INNOV8'sEarth Day.In the presentation, “Louisiana’s Coastal Wetlands and Estuarine DependentSpecies,”EHCFC Facility Administrator, Dr. John Foret willexplain the ongoing coastal restoration efforts and how they relate toestuarine dependent fish and shellfish.…
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Bal du Dimanche
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
1-4 p.m.
Admission: $5 Admission Children 6
Dance the afternoon away with the area's finest musicians at Vermilionville's weekly Sunday Dance. Refreshments will be available for this smoke-free all ages show at Vermilionville's Performance Center. Visit our website at vermilionville.org for more info on the performers. Bal du dimanche is held every Sunday. $5 admission is for dance only and does not include entry to the park. See below for upcoming performers.ArtMania
by: Louisiana Metalsmiths AssociationOld Washington Schoolhouse Grounds, Old Washington
Admission: Free
Local & national artists will be offering original art for sale & demonstrations throughout the day. Artists have donated original pieces to be raffled to benefit St. Jude Childrens' Research Hospital. [Event Website]Mosaic Workshops at the Arts Co-op Gallery
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 21, 2012 to Sunday, April 22, 2012. [Event Website]
Third Annual Bayou Teche Wooden Boat Show
by: Cal EditorTeche Drive, Franklin
The Third Annual Bayou Teche Wooden Boat Show is quickly becoming the fastest growing venue for classic and antique wooden boats in the Southeast. This year more than 50 boats are slated for display on the scenic banks of Louisiana's historic Bayou Teche in Franklin.Southern Garden Tour
by: Cal EditorGardens of Harold & Sarah Schoeffler, 3502 E. Simcoe St.
Tour the colorful gardens of the Schoeffler family in a weekend full of activities benefitting Family Promise of Acadiana. For more information call 234-4042. [Event Website]Catfish Festival
by: Cal EditorWashington
Grammy winner Chubby Carrier, Geno Delafose, Keith Frank, Steve Riley, Krossfyre, Lil Kenny and the Heartbreakers and Richard LeBeouf are among the zydeco, Cajun and R&B bands performing at the Catfish Festival. The fest also includes carnival rides, a catfish cook-off and cultural presentations. For a full schedule of events, visit www.townofwashingtonla.org.… [Event Website]Dewey Balfa Cajun and Creole Heritage Week
by: LCVCChicot State Park, Ville Platte
Activities throughout the week
Admission: Varies, depends on level
Week-long cultural immersion event with classes and workshops on Cajun and Creole music, culture, language, cuisine, taught by renowned Louisiana musicians and artists. [Event Website]Festival Int'l Quilt
by: Amy BonwellFront window of the Lafayette Public Library Jefferson St
Admission: none
A quilt made from FIL t-shirts is now on display at the Lafayette Public Library in the front window on Jefferson Street. Most of the t-shirt images represent FIL artists' - from the years 1989-2002, including Dennis Paul Williams, Francis Pavy, Elmore Morgan, Jr., Megan Barra, John Geldersma and David Butler. Lisa Bonwell created the quilt with T-Shirts from her own collection, with help from other family members who donated their favorites as well.LA Environmental Awareness Student Art Contest
by: Cal EditorSouthwest LA Center for Health Services
The Louisiana Environmental Education Commission and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries along with contest sponsor, Alcoa Foundation, announce the Tenth Environmental Awareness Art & Language Arts Contest. Louisiana students, ages 5-18, may enter their original work in the art category and/or the language arts category. The theme for the 2012 contest is "Louisiana Waters: Protect, Conserve, Enjoy!" This theme can be used to introduce water sustainability initiatives in classrooms, educ… [Event Website]Registration for Girl Scouts Day Camp
by: Cal EditorCamp provides exciting activities that may include arts and crafts, swimming, singing, canoeing, outdoors skills, and games. [Event Website]
Nominations for ACS Spirit of Hope Awards
by: Cal EditorAmerican Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society Spirit of Hope Award recognizes the talents and achievements of those in Acadiana who have distinguished themselves in the fight against cancer. The awards will be presented at American Cancer Societys Black and White Gala on Saturday, August 18, 2012. Nominations are due by Friday, May 4, 2012. To nominate an individual, please go to BlackAndWhiteGala.org and click on the "Spirit of Hope" tab. … [Event Website]Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, AOC Community Media team up for video contest
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Thursday, April 12, 2012 to Wednesday, May 09, 2012. [Event Website]
Entries Open For Gaines Literary Award
by: Cal EditorInformation on criteria and entrance forms for the award, which includes a $10,000 cash prize, is available online. The Ernest J. Gaines award is meant to inspire and recognize excellence among rising African-American writers and to honor Gaines as one of the nations most celebrated authors. … [Event Website]
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit
by: Cal EditorAcadian Cultural Center, 501 Fisher Road, Lafayette
Admission: Free
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit will be on view at the Acadian Culture Center through May 28. The exhibit is the latest documentary project of Southern Foodways Alliance. SFA's latest film To Live and Die in Avoyelles Parish, a celebration of the Louisiana boucherie tradition cochon de lait, will also be shown at the center on the half hour from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information call 232-0789 ext. 11. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Food Inventory Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Azalea Trail of New Iberia
by: LCVCDriving / Walking tour, New Iberia
All Day
Admission: No
Driving Tour to View Beautiful Azaleas in Bloom. Azalea Trail maps availble at Iberia Parish Tourist Information Center between 9 a.m.-5 p.m., M-F and 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. [Event Website]Creole Culture Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
The exhibit tells the story of Free People of Color, Creoles and slaves in the Attakaps region. Topics include slavery, code noir, education, religion, and civil rights.Earth Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
At the time the BVD was formed in the mid 1980s, the Bayou Vermilion was listed as one of the most polluted waterways in Louisiana. This exhibit will show how BVD's Bayou Operations works to keep the bayou clean and what you can do to help.Southern Open Artwork Delivery Deadline
by: Cal EditorAcA Main Gallery
Admission: $27/entry
The Acadiana Center for the Arts is gearing up for the 6th Annual Southern Open art competition- a juried exhibition featuring artists from Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.
The Southern Open is open to all visual artists over the age of 18. Entries can include painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, video/DVD and other multimedia / installations. Works that are original, completed within the past two years and not previously exhibited at the AcA will qualify for submission. No stude…
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UL Summer Basketball Camp Registration
by: Cal EditorBourgeois Hall
Admission: $120, $135, $150
The 2012 Ragin' Cajuns Men's Basketball Camps will be held from June 18-21 at Bourgeois Hall from 8 a.m. - noon. Camps are conducted by Ragin' Cajuns Coaches and Players and will feature individual skill instruction, 5 on 5 games, 3 on 3 games and daily contests. Camps are for ages 6-15. The early bird single rate is $120 if registered before May 1. Early bird 2 single rate is $135 if registered before June 1. Single rate is $150 if registered after June 1st. Family rate is $120 family discount with 3 or mo… [Event Website]Tony Cutera's See What I See Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Free
A native of Opelousas, Cutera made Lafayette his home after earning a BA degree in art at ULL (then SLI), and worked as the advertising/marketing director for Heymann's Department Store for over 50 years. Working in watercolors, oils and acrylics, his work is reflective of beautiful Louisiana, capturing the lush greenery and contrasts of the ever changing countryside. Visit our calendar of events at vermilionville.org for more info.Canstruction Lafayette - Team Fees Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Names/Sign Information Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Bayou Boat Tours
by: Cal EditorVermilionville
10:30pm-12:00pm
Admission: $12, $10, $8
Weather and water height permitting. For tickets call (337) 233-4077. Admission $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 kids (4-18), under 4 free. [Event Website]Tony Cuteras ''See What I See''
by: Cal EditorLa Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
The Bayou Vermilion District is pleased to present a rotating year round exhibit in partnership with the Lafayette Art Association to be featured in Vermilionvilles restaurant La Cuisine de Maman. The Lafayette Art Association (LAA) artists will outfit the restaurants dining and glass porch areas with various artwork mediums that will be available for viewing and purchase each week Tuesday Sunday from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. To view selections from the exhibit and for pricing information click here or call (337)… [Event Website]Sugar, Slavery, and Statehood: Bicentennial Program
by: LCVCLa Maison Duchamp located at 201 S. Main St., P. O. Box 379, St. Martinville
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Admission: Free
May 1st-May 31st: Early Bayou Teche Maps and City History Exhibit. This exhibit is part of the city's Bicentennial program entitled "Sugar, Slavery, & Statehood". May 16th-June 30th: Becoming Louisiana: The Path to Statehood. This beautiful history exhibit is made of 10 panels designed by curator Herman Mhire and researched by Louisiana historian Charles Elliott. Exhibits located in the historic Maison Duchamp, 201 S. Main St. Open every Wednesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]Wildlife Hike
by: LCVC5400 Levee Rd., St. Martinville
5:30-6:30
Admission: $1/person
Take a hike out to the "slough lookout: for an evening visit. Enjoy the company of others while looking for birds and other wildlife.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Cyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Monday, Apr 23, 2012
Four Hands Piano Concert
by: Cal EditorDucrest-Gilfrey Auditorium in Angelle Hall, UL Campus
7:30pm
Admission: $10, $5
The University of Louisiana at Lafayette Concert Series will present world class pianists Chee-Hung Toh & Dennis Lee in a Solo and Four-Hands Piano Concert in Ducrest-Gilfry Auditorium in Angelle Hall. Toh and Lee will perform works by Clementi, Schubert, Liszt, Debussy, Ravel, and Moszkowski.
General admission is $10, students $5, and free to UL students, faculty and staff with UL ID. For more information, please call 482-6012.…
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INNOV8
by: LEDA00:00 AM
Eight Days. Infinite Possibilities. Mark your calendar. Learn more on the website or follow on Facebook and Twitter @INNOV8LA.
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My Lafayette Video Contest
by: Cal EditorLafayette and Acadiana
The Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission and AOC are teaming up to give all local filmmakers and videographers a chance to showcase the Hub City the way they see it with an online video contest called My Lafayette. First place will win a cash prize of $1,000. Second place will win $700, and third place will receive $300. For more information about My Lafayette,
contact AOC at (337) 232-4434 or info@aocinc.org.
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Career Fair - South Louisiana Community College and Acadiana Technical College
by: LEDA09:00 AM
All applications must be submitted on this form. Placement is subject to availability. Please submit this application via fax, 337-262-2101, or email, marie.robertson@southlouisiana.edu , by Wednesday, April 19, 2012 t o: Marie Robertson Please send any inquiries or questions via email or call 337-521-8933. Click Here to download registration form.…
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INNOV8 From Tee to Green
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts1:00 PM
Monday, April 23, 2012 from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM. [Event Website]Learn the Teaching Power of Bandwidth
by: Innov8 Lafayette7:30am
On April 23, LUS Fiber, theLafayette Parish School System and St. Thomas More Catholic High School willhold Fiber for Breakfast: Fueling Education, an exciting event that will showcaseways Lafayette schools are currently utilizing technology to provide newexperiences to elementary and high school students. The innovative examplespresented will highlight what is possible when a community has access to thistype of broadband infrastructure. Fiber for Breakfast: Fueling Education willbe held at the LITE Center located a…
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UL Senior Art Exhibition
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Twenty-five graduating seniors are participating in the exhibition, representing concentrations in Ceramics, Computer Animation, Graphic Design, Media, Metalwork and Jewelry, Painting, Photography, and Printmaking. The two-semester Senior Project course sequence is the capstone experience in the Visual Arts Department. For more information on the event please call 482-6056 or visit ularts.com. …
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DANCE @ the Center - BANDALOOP AcA DANCE RESIDENCY
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Monday, April 16, 2012 to Thursday, April 26, 2012.
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Trois La La - Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International
by: Cal EditorGallery 549, 549 Jefferson St., Lafayette
1:30pm-4:30pm
"Trois La La," Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International de Louisiane featuring paintings by Vergie Banks, silk compositions by Megan Barra and glassworks by Michelle Fontenot. For more information, call 337 236-6747.
Tony Cutrera's See What I See Exhibit
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
The Bayou Vermilion District is pleased to present a rotating year round exhibit in partnership with the Lafayette Art Association to be featured in Vermilionvilles restaurant La Cuisine de Maman.
The Lafayette Art Association (LAA) artists will outfit the restaurants dining and glass porch areas with various artwork mediums that will be available for viewing and purchase each week Tuesday Sunday from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. To view selections from the exhibit and for pricing information click here or call (337)…
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Laurence Young Exhibit
by: Cal EditorRue du Pont Galerie, Breaux Bridge
The work of Massachusetts artist Laurence Young will be on display at the Rue Du Pont Galerie through May 31.
Young describes his work as a translation of the use of light on an object into color. His studio paintings employ a cold wax medium added to oil paint, which he stresses with heat thereby creating rich, complex, colored surfaces reflective of Provincetown, MA and its artistic history. For more information call 337-344-9207. …
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Lafayette Photographic Society Meeting
by: Cal EditorRosa Parks Transportation Center, AOC Community Media Multi-Purpose Room
7:00pm-9:00pm
Admission: Free
To foster its artistic craft, the Lafayette Photographic Society offers the following: bi-monthly meetings at 7:00p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of the month; Educational programs and guest speakers typically at the 2nd Monday's meeting; Inter-club projected image and print competitions at the 4th Monday's meeting; Intra-club GSCCC projected image and print competitions; Group Photographic Excursions; Photographic Sessions (complete with models and displays); Participation in GSCCC and PSA Conferences… [Event Website]Standard French for Beginners 101
by: Cal EditorAlliance Franaise, 217 W. Main St.
6:00pm-8:00pm
Admission: $225
Alliance Franaise de Lafayette is offering Standard French for Beginners 101 taught by Cynthia Benoit from Canada. Cost is $225 plus membership fee and books. For more information call 261-1002 or email info@aflafayette.org. … [Event Website]Dazzling Louisiana Mobile Craft
by: Lafayette Public LibraryChenier Branch
Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It craft kit, whilesupplies last, during the week of April 23–27 at thefollowing library locations: Broussard, Butler, Duson,North Regional, Scott, and Chenier libraries.Celebrate Louisiana’s 200th anniversary of statehoodby making and decorating a mobile made from adrinking straw, yarn, and cardstock cutouts of a pelican,a crawfish, and an alligator.… [Event Website]Integrating Word and Excel Computer Classes
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
9:30 AM
Electronic Resources Librarian Martin Cooperson will teach computer classes. Meets once for a two-hour session.Prerequisite: Word Processing and SpreadsheetsMaterial covered: Learn how to integrate spreadsheets and charts into word processing documents. REGISTRATION FOR APRIL CLASSESWalk-in sign-up begins Monday, March 26, at9:00 am.; Telephone Sign-Up begins at 10:00 am.Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]Integrating Word and Excel Computer Classes
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
1:00 PM
Electronic Resources Librarian Martin Cooperson will teach computer classes. Meets once for a two-hour session.Prerequisite: Word Processing and SpreadsheetsMaterial covered: Learn how to integrate spreadsheets and charts into word processing documents. REGISTRATION FOR APRIL CLASSESWalk-in sign-up begins Monday, March 26, at9:00 am.; Telephone Sign-Up begins at 10:00 am.Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]Dazzling Louisiana Mobile Craft
by: Lafayette Public LibraryBroussard Branch
Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It craft kit, whilesupplies last, during the week of April 23–27 at thefollowing library locations: Broussard, Butler, Duson,North Regional, Scott, and Chenier libraries.Celebrate Louisiana’s 200th anniversary of statehoodby making and decorating a mobile made from adrinking straw, yarn, and cardstock cutouts of a pelican,a crawfish, and an alligator.… [Event Website]Dazzling Louisiana Mobile Craft
by: Lafayette Public LibraryButler Memorial Branch
Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It craft kit, whilesupplies last, during the week of April 23–27 at thefollowing library locations: Broussard, Butler, Duson,North Regional, Scott, and Chenier libraries.Celebrate Louisiana’s 200th anniversary of statehoodby making and decorating a mobile made from adrinking straw, yarn, and cardstock cutouts of a pelican,a crawfish, and an alligator.… [Event Website]Dazzling Louisiana Mobile Craft
by: Lafayette Public LibraryDuson Branch
Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It craft kit, whilesupplies last, during the week of April 23–27 at thefollowing library locations: Broussard, Butler, Duson,North Regional, Scott, and Chenier libraries.Celebrate Louisiana’s 200th anniversary of statehoodby making and decorating a mobile made from adrinking straw, yarn, and cardstock cutouts of a pelican,a crawfish, and an alligator.… [Event Website]Dazzling Louisiana Mobile Craft
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It craft kit, whilesupplies last, during the week of April 23–27 at thefollowing library locations: Broussard, Butler, Duson,North Regional, Scott, and Chenier libraries.Celebrate Louisiana’s 200th anniversary of statehoodby making and decorating a mobile made from adrinking straw, yarn, and cardstock cutouts of a pelican,a crawfish, and an alligator.… [Event Website]Dazzling Louisiana Mobile Craft
by: Lafayette Public LibraryScott Branch
Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It craft kit, whilesupplies last, during the week of April 23–27 at thefollowing library locations: Broussard, Butler, Duson,North Regional, Scott, and Chenier libraries.Celebrate Louisiana’s 200th anniversary of statehoodby making and decorating a mobile made from adrinking straw, yarn, and cardstock cutouts of a pelican,a crawfish, and an alligator.… [Event Website]IPAL Auditions for ''Remember When Again''
by: Cal EditorEssanee Theater, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia
5:30pm-7:00pm
Admission: $40
The Iberia Performing Arts League will be holding auditions for its original 60s musical "Remember When Again." The show will have a large cast, and parts are available for singers, dancers, and actors 15 and over. No previous experience is required. Twenty three sixties era songs will be used in the show. Contact the director at 364-1975 or email ipal@cox.net. … [Event Website]Eat Lunch and Eat the Competition - New Ideas to Launch Your Next Start-up
by: Innov8 Lafayette11:30am
LAUNCH HOUR at Acadiana Center for the Arts - a series of informative, one-hour, start-up, entreprenurial presentations by various companies.From Tee to Green with Tom Cox, CEO of Golfballs.com - an informative one-hour start-up, entrepreneurial presentation sponsored by Acadiana Entrepreneur Group on Monday, April 23, 11:30 1pm at Acadiana Center for the Arts. Tom will outline the behind-the-scenes, start-up story of golfballs.com including details of the opportunities and the obstacles every entrepreneur…
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Get Inspired by Local Entreprenuer
by: Innov8 Lafayette11:30am
From Tee to Green with Tom Cox,CEO of Golfballs.com - an informative one-hour start-up, entrepreneurial presentation onMonday, April 23, 11:30 1pm at Acadiana Center for the Arts.Tom will outline the behind-the-scenes, start-up story of golfballs.com including details of the opportunities and the obstacles every entrepreneur will face.…
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Alternative T-Shirt Design
by: Cal EditorIberia Parish LIbrary, St. Peter Street Branch 1111 W. St. Peter St., New Iberia
7:00pm
On Monday, April 23, please join the Iberia Parish Librarys very own Kristie Rose as she shows you the wonderful world of alternative t-shirt design. Bleach, tape, scissors, and markers are just a few of the tools youll use to make your very own wearable artwork! You are in good hands. With Kristies 10+ years of expertise in crafts and design, you will love your new creation. Its all happening at the St. Peter Library at 7:00 p.m. Make sure to register and reserve your spot today by calling the Main Lib… [Event Website]Qi Gong
by: Acadiana Yoga & Wellness911 Harding St. Lafayette, LA
Led by Brian Bernard Mondays 7:00-8:00pm April 23, 30 & May 7, 14, 2012 Learn the ancient Chinese art of Qi Gong from the lineage of Emei Mt. (pronounced Uh-may). Qi Qong / Chi Kung basically means "Energy cultivation done over time" this particular style of Qi Gong is called Wuji gong or Ling Wu Gong which means pure naturalness cultivation. It is a simple yet powerful form of therapeutic exercises which cultivates ones heart and mind as well as strengthens the circulation of Qi (chi, prana, or vi… [Event Website]Soirees du Cinema: Gainsbourg
by: Cal EditorFrench Press
6:30pm
Admission: Free
Gainsbourg: A Heroic Life(France, 2010, 130 mins) offers glimpse at the life of French singer Serge Gainsbourg, from growing up in 1940s Nazi-occupied Paris through his successful song-writing years in the 1960s to his death in 1991 at the age of 62. Musical performance by Philippe Billeaudeaux & Friends to follow screening.…
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[N] Golf at Sun Belt Championships
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsMuscle Shoals. Ala. (The Shoals)
12:00 AM
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Contact: Jeff Schneider MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala. – The Ragin’ Cajuns golf team is set to tee off in the first round of the 2012 Sun Belt Golf Championship on Monday at The Shoals Golf Course in Muscle Shoals, Ala. “The course here at The Shoals is in great condition,” head coach Theo Sliman said. “The guys will be challenged by the weather conditions. We have a long way to go before this 54-hole tournament is over so patience and determination will be important if we want to do wel…
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Dewey Balfa Cajun and Creole Heritage Week
by: LCVCChicot State Park, Ville Platte
Activities throughout the week
Admission: Varies, depends on level
Week-long cultural immersion event with classes and workshops on Cajun and Creole music, culture, language, cuisine, taught by renowned Louisiana musicians and artists. [Event Website]Festival Int'l Quilt
by: Amy BonwellFront window of the Lafayette Public Library Jefferson St
Admission: none
A quilt made from FIL t-shirts is now on display at the Lafayette Public Library in the front window on Jefferson Street. Most of the t-shirt images represent FIL artists' - from the years 1989-2002, including Dennis Paul Williams, Francis Pavy, Elmore Morgan, Jr., Megan Barra, John Geldersma and David Butler. Lisa Bonwell created the quilt with T-Shirts from her own collection, with help from other family members who donated their favorites as well.LA Environmental Awareness Student Art Contest
by: Cal EditorSouthwest LA Center for Health Services
The Louisiana Environmental Education Commission and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries along with contest sponsor, Alcoa Foundation, announce the Tenth Environmental Awareness Art & Language Arts Contest. Louisiana students, ages 5-18, may enter their original work in the art category and/or the language arts category. The theme for the 2012 contest is "Louisiana Waters: Protect, Conserve, Enjoy!" This theme can be used to introduce water sustainability initiatives in classrooms, educ… [Event Website]Registration for Girl Scouts Day Camp
by: Cal EditorCamp provides exciting activities that may include arts and crafts, swimming, singing, canoeing, outdoors skills, and games. [Event Website]
Nominations for ACS Spirit of Hope Awards
by: Cal EditorAmerican Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society Spirit of Hope Award recognizes the talents and achievements of those in Acadiana who have distinguished themselves in the fight against cancer. The awards will be presented at American Cancer Societys Black and White Gala on Saturday, August 18, 2012. Nominations are due by Friday, May 4, 2012. To nominate an individual, please go to BlackAndWhiteGala.org and click on the "Spirit of Hope" tab. … [Event Website]Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, AOC Community Media team up for video contest
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Thursday, April 12, 2012 to Wednesday, May 09, 2012. [Event Website]
Entries Open For Gaines Literary Award
by: Cal EditorInformation on criteria and entrance forms for the award, which includes a $10,000 cash prize, is available online. The Ernest J. Gaines award is meant to inspire and recognize excellence among rising African-American writers and to honor Gaines as one of the nations most celebrated authors. … [Event Website]
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit
by: Cal EditorAcadian Cultural Center, 501 Fisher Road, Lafayette
Admission: Free
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit will be on view at the Acadian Culture Center through May 28. The exhibit is the latest documentary project of Southern Foodways Alliance. SFA's latest film To Live and Die in Avoyelles Parish, a celebration of the Louisiana boucherie tradition cochon de lait, will also be shown at the center on the half hour from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information call 232-0789 ext. 11. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Food Inventory Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Azalea Trail of New Iberia
by: LCVCDriving / Walking tour, New Iberia
All Day
Admission: No
Driving Tour to View Beautiful Azaleas in Bloom. Azalea Trail maps availble at Iberia Parish Tourist Information Center between 9 a.m.-5 p.m., M-F and 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. [Event Website]Creole Culture Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
The exhibit tells the story of Free People of Color, Creoles and slaves in the Attakaps region. Topics include slavery, code noir, education, religion, and civil rights.Earth Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
At the time the BVD was formed in the mid 1980s, the Bayou Vermilion was listed as one of the most polluted waterways in Louisiana. This exhibit will show how BVD's Bayou Operations works to keep the bayou clean and what you can do to help.Southern Open Artwork Delivery Deadline
by: Cal EditorAcA Main Gallery
Admission: $27/entry
The Acadiana Center for the Arts is gearing up for the 6th Annual Southern Open art competition- a juried exhibition featuring artists from Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.
The Southern Open is open to all visual artists over the age of 18. Entries can include painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, video/DVD and other multimedia / installations. Works that are original, completed within the past two years and not previously exhibited at the AcA will qualify for submission. No stude…
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UL Summer Basketball Camp Registration
by: Cal EditorBourgeois Hall
Admission: $120, $135, $150
The 2012 Ragin' Cajuns Men's Basketball Camps will be held from June 18-21 at Bourgeois Hall from 8 a.m. - noon. Camps are conducted by Ragin' Cajuns Coaches and Players and will feature individual skill instruction, 5 on 5 games, 3 on 3 games and daily contests. Camps are for ages 6-15. The early bird single rate is $120 if registered before May 1. Early bird 2 single rate is $135 if registered before June 1. Single rate is $150 if registered after June 1st. Family rate is $120 family discount with 3 or mo… [Event Website]Tony Cutera's See What I See Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Free
A native of Opelousas, Cutera made Lafayette his home after earning a BA degree in art at ULL (then SLI), and worked as the advertising/marketing director for Heymann's Department Store for over 50 years. Working in watercolors, oils and acrylics, his work is reflective of beautiful Louisiana, capturing the lush greenery and contrasts of the ever changing countryside. Visit our calendar of events at vermilionville.org for more info.Canstruction Lafayette - Team Fees Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Names/Sign Information Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Bayou Boat Tours
by: Cal EditorVermilionville
10:30pm-12:00pm
Admission: $12, $10, $8
Weather and water height permitting. For tickets call (337) 233-4077. Admission $12 adults, $10 seniors, $8 kids (4-18), under 4 free. [Event Website]Tony Cuteras ''See What I See''
by: Cal EditorLa Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
The Bayou Vermilion District is pleased to present a rotating year round exhibit in partnership with the Lafayette Art Association to be featured in Vermilionvilles restaurant La Cuisine de Maman. The Lafayette Art Association (LAA) artists will outfit the restaurants dining and glass porch areas with various artwork mediums that will be available for viewing and purchase each week Tuesday Sunday from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. To view selections from the exhibit and for pricing information click here or call (337)… [Event Website]Sugar, Slavery, and Statehood: Bicentennial Program
by: LCVCLa Maison Duchamp located at 201 S. Main St., P. O. Box 379, St. Martinville
10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Admission: Free
May 1st-May 31st: Early Bayou Teche Maps and City History Exhibit. This exhibit is part of the city's Bicentennial program entitled "Sugar, Slavery, & Statehood". May 16th-June 30th: Becoming Louisiana: The Path to Statehood. This beautiful history exhibit is made of 10 panels designed by curator Herman Mhire and researched by Louisiana historian Charles Elliott. Exhibits located in the historic Maison Duchamp, 201 S. Main St. Open every Wednesday-Saturday from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [Event Website]LA Printers - Marais Press
by: LCVCHilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette
Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S
Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [Event Website]Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [Event Website]Wildlife Hike
by: LCVC5400 Levee Rd., St. Martinville
5:30-6:30
Admission: $1/person
Take a hike out to the "slough lookout: for an evening visit. Enjoy the company of others while looking for birds and other wildlife.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
6 a.m.-10 a.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Teche Area Farmer's Market
by: LCVCBouligny Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia
2-6 p.m.
Fresh locally grown produce, arts & crafts, jams & jellies, preserves, baked goods, yard art and much more.Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [Event Website]Scout Saturday
by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [Event Website]Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour
by: LCVC1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508
9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp
Bayou Cruise & Culture Tours. All in one cajun immersion Tour. All Day, Everything Included, One Price. Tour 2 Historical Museums, Luxury Bayou Cruise, Cajun Dance Lessons, Crawfish Peeling Lessons, Live Accordion Playing, Boudin and Beer On the Bayou. Visit a Swamp Habitat and see ALLIGATORS. Everything you could want in one package!!Cyber Camp
by: The Academy of Interactive EntertainmentThe LITE Center 537 Cajundome Blvd.
11:00am-5:00pm
Admission: $150
Are you in grades 9-12 and interested in video game programming? Come to the LITE Center and join the AIE Summer Cyber Camp. Here you can discover how games are designed, and how C# works. Classes are 30 hours long and run from 11 am - 5 pm all week, until the wrap-up pizza party on Friday. You can even earn .5 credits if your school has a Running Start program too! … [Event Website]12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast
by: The Kiwanis Club of AcadianaAcadian Village Pavilion
Admission: $5
The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana presents its 12th annual Zydeco Pancake Breakfast Saturday October 13th, 2012 from 8:00 am to 11:00am Acadian Village Pavilion Its that time of year again! The Kiwanis Club of Acadiana invites you to attend our biggest annual event and fundraiser the Zydeco Pancake Breakfast. Event tickets can be purchased for $5.00 each and a ticket entitles the bearer to receive All You Can Eat pancakes, sausage, coffee, milk, juice, soft drinks (drive through service is also available!!)… [Event Website]Direct Action Organizing Lunch session
by: Region 4 Cancer Control PartnershipUnited Blood Services Conference Center
10:45am-1:15pm
Admission: FREE
Policy tactic planning for tobacco-related chronic disease control in Acadiana. Lunch provided. RSVP required to cancercontrol4@gmail.com or 337.288.2225Annual Avec souci Garden Tour
by: Avec Souci5 Lafayette Gardens
5:00pm
Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day
The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]Film/TV & Music Meetup Group
by: Cal EditorLafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center
7:00pm
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]Euro-American Celebration
by: Alliance Française de Lafayette735 Jefferson, Le Centre International
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission: Free
A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]Tuesday, Apr 24, 2012
CampFiber for Creatives
by: Cal EditorAcadiana Center for the Arts
This unique gathering will explore how digital technologies will impact the present and future of creative industries. This day-long event will highlight specific technological practices, innovations, and trends that impact a wide array of creative professionals, making this an important event for graphic designers, musicians, videographers, actors, dancers, visual artists of all types, 3d modelers, game developers, and others.
For more information, call 337 769-4077 or email jackie@…
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INNOV8
by: LEDA00:00 AM
Eight Days. Infinite Possibilities. Mark your calendar. Learn more on the website or follow on Facebook and Twitter @INNOV8LA.
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My Lafayette Video Contest
by: Cal EditorLafayette and Acadiana
The Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission and AOC are teaming up to give all local filmmakers and videographers a chance to showcase the Hub City the way they see it with an online video contest called My Lafayette. First place will win a cash prize of $1,000. Second place will win $700, and third place will receive $300. For more information about My Lafayette,
contact AOC at (337) 232-4434 or info@aocinc.org.
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The Bully, The Bullied and Beyond
by: Cal EditorRiver Oaks, 520 E. Kaliste Saloom Road
4:00pm
Admission: $30, $15
Autism Society of Acadiana announces a day-long bullying prevention seminar featuring a presentation by Dr. Esther Williams. The presentation is a three-pronged approach to reducing the harmful effects of bullying in schools and other environments. Go online to register and for more information call the Autism Society Acadiana office at 337-235-4425 or email contact@acadianaautism.org.…
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INNOV8 Campfiber for Creatives
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts5:00 PM
Tuesday, April 24, 2012 from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. [Event Website]INNOV8 Film - The Passion Series
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts8:30 PM
Tuesday, April 24, 2012 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM. [Event Website]Explore Your Creative Potential With Digital Interactive
by: Innov8 Lafayette8:30am
Presented by Fiber Corps on Tuesday, April 24,2012 from 8:30am to 5:00pm at Acadiana Center for the Arts. Join creativeprofessionals, technologists, business and community leaders at this daylongexploration of what the future of our creative economy can look like. Hearpresentations and roundtables, and participate in a collaborative brainstormingsession. Doors open at 8:30am, the event starts at 9:00 and runs until 5:00pm. Food will be provided for breakfast and lunch with an after-party at the JeffersonSt …
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Business After Hours
by: Innov8 Lafayette5:00pm
Discover the Passion Inside Every Innovator
by: Innov8 Lafayette6:30pm
INNOV8 Film - The Passion Series - presented by Lafayette Entertainment Initiative (LEI) and Southern Screen Film Festival on Tuesday, April 24 at 6:30PM at Acadiana Center for the Arts. The Passion Series is a collection of short documentaries about local people and their unique passions. Through this exploration, you’ll discover why these people do what they do and what drives their spirit. The filmmakers, Brian C Miller Richard & Natalie Kingston have a shared passion for telling stories thro…
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Paint with a Festival Twist
by: Cal EditorJefferson Street Pub
7:00pm-10:00pm
Admission: $50
Lafayettes Painting with a Twist will host Paint with a Festival Twist, a benefit for Festival International. Painting With A Twist has teamed up with Festival International and Jefferson Street Pub to bring you a very special event - create your very own "Festival Painting". A burst of colorful mosaic, a touch of whimsy and iconic stencils of the Festival will bring you closer to creating your own masterpiece. The party takes place at Jefferson Street Pub and includes all painting supplies, all you ca…
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UL Senior Art Exhibition
by: Cal EditorPaul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum
Admission: Free
Twenty-five graduating seniors are participating in the exhibition, representing concentrations in Ceramics, Computer Animation, Graphic Design, Media, Metalwork and Jewelry, Painting, Photography, and Printmaking. The two-semester Senior Project course sequence is the capstone experience in the Visual Arts Department. For more information on the event please call 482-6056 or visit ularts.com. …
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DANCE @ the Center - BANDALOOP AcA DANCE RESIDENCY
by: Acadiana Center for the Arts8:00 - 8:00 CST
From Monday, April 16, 2012 to Thursday, April 26, 2012.
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Trois La La - Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International
by: Cal EditorGallery 549, 549 Jefferson St., Lafayette
1:30pm-4:30pm
"Trois La La," Les Artistes Officiel du Festival International de Louisiane featuring paintings by Vergie Banks, silk compositions by Megan Barra and glassworks by Michelle Fontenot. For more information, call 337 236-6747.
Tony Cutrera's See What I See Exhibit
by: Cal EditorVermilionville's La Cuisine de Maman
10:00am-4:00pm
The Bayou Vermilion District is pleased to present a rotating year round exhibit in partnership with the Lafayette Art Association to be featured in Vermilionvilles restaurant La Cuisine de Maman.
The Lafayette Art Association (LAA) artists will outfit the restaurants dining and glass porch areas with various artwork mediums that will be available for viewing and purchase each week Tuesday Sunday from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. To view selections from the exhibit and for pricing information click here or call (337)…
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Laurence Young Exhibit
by: Cal EditorRue du Pont Galerie, Breaux Bridge
The work of Massachusetts artist Laurence Young will be on display at the Rue Du Pont Galerie through May 31.
Young describes his work as a translation of the use of light on an object into color. His studio paintings employ a cold wax medium added to oil paint, which he stresses with heat thereby creating rich, complex, colored surfaces reflective of Provincetown, MA and its artistic history. For more information call 337-344-9207. …
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LSU at Florida (Softball)
by: Louisiana State University SportsAway: Gainesville, Fla. (Pressly Stadium)
4:00 PM
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by: Louisiana State University SportsAway: Gainesville, Fla. (Pressly Stadium)
6:30 PM
[Event Website]Standard French for Beginners French 102
by: Cal EditorAlliance Franaise, 217 W. Main St.
6:00pm-8:00pm
Admission: $225
Alliance Franaise de Lafayette is offering Standard French for Beginners 101 taught by Agnes Capello. Cost is $225 plus membership fee. For more information call 261-1002 or email info@aflafayette.org. … [Event Website]S. Regional Baby Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
9:30 AM
Baby Time is designed to introducemothers, fathers, or caregivers and babiesages 9-18 months to nursery rhymes, songs,fingerplays, and early literacy information.To preregister or for info, call 988-3412. [Event Website]Integrating Word and Excel Computer Classes
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
9:30 AM
Electronic Resources Librarian Martin Cooperson will teach computer classes. Prerequisite: Word Processing and SpreadsheetsMaterial covered: Learn how to integrate spreadsheets and charts into word processing documents. Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Monday,March 26, at 9:00 am. Call 896-6323 to register orfor more information.… [Event Website]Broussard Branch Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryBroussard Branch
10:00 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration is required but groups need to call(337) 837-3936 to insure available space. [Event Website]S. Regional Toddler Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
10:30 AM
Fifteen-minute story sessions geared to children 18-35 months.Adults must accompany toddlers. [Event Website]Dazzling Louisiana Mobile Craft
by: Lafayette Public LibraryMilton Branch
3:30 PM
Celebrate Louisiana’s 200th anniversary of statehoodby making and decorating a mobile made from adrinking straw, yarn, and cardstock cutouts of a pelican,a crawfish, and an alligator. Preregister your child bycalling the library location nearest you, beginningMonday, April 2.Youngsville Apr 11 3:30 856-9385Jefferson St. Apr 12 4:00 261-5779South Reg Apr 13 4:00 981-1028Milton Apr 24 3:30 856-5261Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It craft kit, whilesupplies last, during the week of April 23–2… [Event Website]Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
4:00 PM
For all agesSTORY TIME is a special time for families toenjoy stories together. Check out the variousprograms at the different library locations listedin this calendar. [Event Website]Audio Booth Workshop
by: Cal EditorAOC Community Media, 101 Jefferson St., Suite 100, Rosa Parks Transportation Center
6:30pm
Admission: $25, $40
Audio Booth. Tuesday, April 24. 6:30 p.m. Let AOC teach you all there is to know about how to record great audio, how to project your voice and how to save your files correctly. Also learn how to use Ustream and how to podcast. Computer Skills station is required. $25 for members. $40 for non-members.… [Event Website]04/24/2012 - Business After Hours - April 2012
by: Chamber of CommerceJoin us for the April Business After Hours at Lafayette Courtesy GMC Buick dealership on Johnston St. Delicious hors d'oeuvres provided by Tropical Smoothie Cafe, wine, beer and beverages will be served. Be the first to see the recently renovated, state of the art dealership along with the iNNOV8 technology like the 'Buick eAssist.' The 2012 Buick LaCrosse and Regal are the first vehicles available with this innovative technology which can improve fuel economy by an estimated 25%. La… [Event Website]
04/24/2012 - April Board of Directors meeting sponsored by Carrabba's Italian Grill!
by: Chamber of CommerceA special thank you to our sponsor, Carrabba's Italian Grill! [Event Website]
Soirees du Cinema: Water on the Road
by: Cal EditorFrench Press
6:30pm
Admission: Free
Festival International de Louisiane, the Center for Cultural and Eco-Tourism and the University of Louisiana present Soires du Cinema. Soires du Cinema is a films series which happens during Festival International de Louisiane at the French Press and Cit des Arts. Soires du Cinema is produced by the Center for Cultural and Eco-Tourism, UL-Lafayette for Festival International de Louisiane.… [Event Website]City-Parish Council-LPUA Meeting
by: Lafayette Consolidated GovtCity Hall
5:30 pm
Click here to view the City-Parish Council's agendas and minutes. [Event Website][N] Golf at Sun Belt Championships
by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - SportsMuscle Shoals. Ala. (The Shoals)
12:00 AM
Contact: Jeff Schneider MUSCLE SHOALS, Ala. – The Ragin’ Cajuns golf team is set to tee off in the first round of the 2012 Sun Belt Golf Championship on Monday at The Shoals Golf Course in Muscle Shoals, Ala. “The course here at The Shoals is in great condition,” head coach Theo Sliman said. “The guys will be challenged by the weather conditions. We have a long way to go before this 54-hole tournament is over so patience and determination will be important if we want to do wel…
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ReUSEum Light Switch Cover
by: Children's MuseumFrom Tuesday, April 24, 2012 to Saturday, April 28, 2012. [Event Website]
Dewey Balfa Cajun and Creole Heritage Week
by: LCVCChicot State Park, Ville Platte
Activities throughout the week
Admission: Varies, depends on level
Week-long cultural immersion event with classes and workshops on Cajun and Creole music, culture, language, cuisine, taught by renowned Louisiana musicians and artists. [Event Website]Festival Int'l Quilt
by: Amy BonwellFront window of the Lafayette Public Library Jefferson St
Admission: none
A quilt made from FIL t-shirts is now on display at the Lafayette Public Library in the front window on Jefferson Street. Most of the t-shirt images represent FIL artists' - from the years 1989-2002, including Dennis Paul Williams, Francis Pavy, Elmore Morgan, Jr., Megan Barra, John Geldersma and David Butler. Lisa Bonwell created the quilt with T-Shirts from her own collection, with help from other family members who donated their favorites as well.LA Environmental Awareness Student Art Contest
by: Cal EditorSouthwest LA Center for Health Services
The Louisiana Environmental Education Commission and the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries along with contest sponsor, Alcoa Foundation, announce the Tenth Environmental Awareness Art & Language Arts Contest. Louisiana students, ages 5-18, may enter their original work in the art category and/or the language arts category. The theme for the 2012 contest is "Louisiana Waters: Protect, Conserve, Enjoy!" This theme can be used to introduce water sustainability initiatives in classrooms, educ… [Event Website]Registration for Girl Scouts Day Camp
by: Cal EditorCamp provides exciting activities that may include arts and crafts, swimming, singing, canoeing, outdoors skills, and games. [Event Website]
Nominations for ACS Spirit of Hope Awards
by: Cal EditorAmerican Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society Spirit of Hope Award recognizes the talents and achievements of those in Acadiana who have distinguished themselves in the fight against cancer. The awards will be presented at American Cancer Societys Black and White Gala on Saturday, August 18, 2012. Nominations are due by Friday, May 4, 2012. To nominate an individual, please go to BlackAndWhiteGala.org and click on the "Spirit of Hope" tab. … [Event Website]Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission, AOC Community Media team up for video contest
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Thursday, April 12, 2012 to Wednesday, May 09, 2012. [Event Website]
Entries Open For Gaines Literary Award
by: Cal EditorInformation on criteria and entrance forms for the award, which includes a $10,000 cash prize, is available online. The Ernest J. Gaines award is meant to inspire and recognize excellence among rising African-American writers and to honor Gaines as one of the nations most celebrated authors. … [Event Website]
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit
by: Cal EditorAcadian Cultural Center, 501 Fisher Road, Lafayette
Admission: Free
Boudin: The Traveling Exhibit will be on view at the Acadian Culture Center through May 28. The exhibit is the latest documentary project of Southern Foodways Alliance. SFA's latest film To Live and Die in Avoyelles Parish, a celebration of the Louisiana boucherie tradition cochon de lait, will also be shown at the center on the half hour from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For more information call 232-0789 ext. 11. … [Event Website]Canstruction Lafayette - Team Food Inventory Deadline
by: Cal EditorLafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St.
Canstruction Lafayette invites teams of architects, engineers, designers, contractors, students, local businesses and organizations to create striking exhibits made entirely of cans of food, which will be put on public display and judged by a panel of jurors. For more information contact Second Harvest at (337) 408-2467. … [Event Website]Azalea Trail of New Iberia
by: LCVCDriving / Walking tour, New Iberia
All Day
Admission: No
Driving Tour to View Beautiful Azaleas in Bloom. Azalea Trail maps availble at Iberia Parish Tourist Information Center between 9 a.m.-5 p.m., M-F and 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m., Saturday. [Event Website]Creole Culture Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
The exhibit tells the story of Free People of Color, Creoles and slaves in the Attakaps region. Topics include slavery, code noir, education, religion, and civil rights.Earth Day Exhibit
by: LCVC300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette
10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Admission: Regular Admission
At the time the BVD was formed in the mid 1980s, the Bayou Vermilion was listed as one of the most polluted waterways in Louisiana. This exhibit will show how BVD's Bayou Operations works to keep the bayou clean and what you can do to help.Southern Open Artwork Delivery Deadline
by: Cal EditorAcA Main Gallery
Admission: $27/entry
The Acadiana Center for the Arts is gearing up for the 6th Annual Southern Open art competition- a juried exhibition featuring artists from Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and Florida.
The Southern Open is open to all visual artists over the age of 18. Entries can include painting, sculpture, drawing, photography, video/DVD and other multimedia / installations. Works that are original, completed within the past two years and not previously exhibited at the AcA will qualify for submission. No stude…
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