A Gatsby Affair

by: Cal Editor

The Victorian, 302 E. Main St., Broussard

Admission: $100

PASA presents a night of razzle and dazzel with its A Gatsby Affair where recipients of PASA's 2013 Award of Excellence will be given. Coctail attire or 1920s costume is requested. There will be live entertainment from New Leviathan and Oriental Foxtrot Orchestra. … [Event Website]

Lafayette Friday Afternoon French Table

by: Cal Editor

Johnston Street Java, 3123 Johnston St

5:00pm

Admission: Free

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

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

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

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

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

La Maison Broussard: A Rededication & Celebration

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

10:00am-3:30pm

Admission: $10, $8, $6

The community is invited to join Vermilionville for a day of celebration on Saturday, May 11 from 10 am. 3:30 p.m. as we honor Joseph "Beausoleil" Broussard and his descendants with a rededication of the historic La Maison Broussard in conjunction with the Famille Beausoleil Association's annual reunion at Vermilionville. The celebration will begin at 10AM at the historic Amand Broussard house with introductions of representatives from Vermilionville, Beausoleil Association, Acadian Memorial, UL Lafayett… [Event Website]

Teche Area Farmers' Market

by: Cal Editor

Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia

2:30pm-6:00pm

Experience our harvest of delicious, locally grown produce and homemade products by area farmers, artists and crafters. Also included are handcrafted cypress yard objects, bread and fresh baked goods, ceramics, honey, jellies, jams, herbs, candies, wooden bowls and utensils, birdhouses, garden benches and much more. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, Tuesdays 2:30 - 6 p.m., Saturdays 7 - 11 a.m., 337-369-2330 or 337-380-0672.… [Event Website]

Teche Area Farmers' Market

by: Cal Editor

Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia

7:00am-11:00am

Experience our harvest of delicious, locally grown produce and homemade products by area farmers, artists and crafters. Also included are handcrafted cypress yard objects, bread and fresh baked goods, ceramics, honey, jellies, jams, herbs, candies, wooden bowls and utensils, birdhouses, garden benches and much more. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, Tuesdays 2:30 - 6 p.m., Saturdays 7 - 11 a.m., 337-369-2330 or 337-380-0672.… [Event Website]

2nd Saturday ArtWalk

by: Lafayette Public Library

Jefferson St Library

4:00 PM

Stop by our Jefferson Street Branch during ArtWalk to view our art display and enjoy some refreshments. This month's exhibition is "Friends in Art," an exhibition by five local artists. [Event Website]

Rayne Saturday Morning French Table

by: Cal Editor

Bernard-Bertrand House, 1023 The Boulevard, Rayne

9:00am

Admission: Free

The Rayne Saturday Morning French Table meet regularly at 9:00 AM at Bernard-Bertrand House located at 1023 The Boulevard, Rayne, LA 70578 The conversation is in Cajun, Creole, and Standard French at all skill levels. For additional information, contact Mike LeBlanc, Captain of the Friday Table, at 337-654-9467.

WBU Edible Plant Seminar

by: Cal Editor

Wild Birds Unlimited, 137 Arnould Blvd.

9:00am

Admission: $10

This is a hands on (actually mouth on and nose on) presentation with fresh and dried samples of edible and useful plants. A brief overview of each plant is presented and then participants are encouraged to graze on the salad plants. Freshly brewed teas from an assortment of dried plants such as New Jersey Tea leaves, blackberry leaves, persimmon leaves, and others will be prepared for sipping. Jars of dried leaves of red bay, mountain mint, and other spices will be available for all to smell. For mor… [Event Website]

Delcambre Seafood & Farmers Market

by: Cal Editor

Under the Oaks of the Shrimp Festival Grounds, 409 E. Main St., Delcambre

8:00am-1:00pm

Admission: Free

Delcambre is holding its grand opening of the Delcambre Seafood and Farmers Market. This is an important, local, community project that connects farmers and fishermen with consumers. The event will have more than 50 local vendors and fresh shrimp at the boat dock.… [Event Website]

Paint McComb-Veazey Wonderful presents Healthy Mothers Day Jam/Walk

by: Cal Editor

Henry Heymann Park, 1500 S. Orange St.

9:00am-2:00pm

Admission:

McComb- Veazey Neighbohood Coterie and Acadiana Breastfeeding Coalition will be kicking off their Healthy Mothers Day Jam/ Walk at Heymann Park, 1500 S. Orange St, Lafayette in McComb- Veazey to celebrate mothers and supporting healthy families and communities. The event will begin at 9 AM with a Healthy Mothers 1 mile Walk along with our Healthy Mothers Jam. Everyone from the community is welcome to participate.

Good Times on the Bayou

by: Cal Editor

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

10:30am-2:30pm

Located at the Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site from 10:30am and 2:30pm. Come down to the Acadian Farmstead and set a spell on the porch. Learn about life before electricity, air conditioning and television. A costumed guide will show guests through the farm of an early Acadian settler and explain the equipment and tools used in daily life. Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site located at 1200 N. Main Street, St. Martinville, LA 70582. For more information call 337-394-3754 or 1-888-677-2900.

French Roundtable Conversations Around the Coffee Pot

by: Cal Editor

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

8:30am

Located at the Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site from 8:30am to 9:30am. This is a great opportunity for Cajun French speakers to gather to converse in French and reconnect with their culture. Participants will also experience traditional Acadian activities. This months theme is Mothers Day/Quilting. Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site located at 1200 N. Main Street, St. Martinville, LA 70582. For more information call 337-394-3754 or 1-888-677-2900.

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

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

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

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

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

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

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

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

BASIC INTERNET: Free Computer Class

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

1:00 PM

Material covered: This class focuses on a conceptual understanding of the Internet and those components necessary to acquire connectivity. The class then deals with browser functions and the various techniques for finding information on the World Wide Web.Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Monday, April 29 at 9:00 AM. Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

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

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

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

Lafayette Comprehensive Plan Forum Series Three

by: Cal Editor

Rosa Parks Transportation Center, 101 Jefferson St.

4:00pm-8:00pm

Admission: Free

Its about community building community. Its about you, and your chance to help direct a long-range plan for Lafayettes future. For the first time in Lafayettes history, you have the opportunity to choose a scenario for how Lafayette should develop, and set the foundation for a Comprehensive Plan. Help envision Lafayette as a more competitive city that offers even greater opportunity and an amazing quality of life, for generations to come! Show up and help shape your Lafayette for tomorrow.… [Event Website]

Once Upon A Time Luncheon

by: Cal Editor

Cajundome Convention Center

11:30am-1:00pm

Admission: $35

The Women's Leadership Council of United Way of Acadiana is sponsoring a special fundraising luncheon to promote awareness of improving the living conditions of children across Acadiana. The WLC invests donations to increase early learning opportunities for children and other important issues affecting the quality of family life. The luncheon's guest speaker will be Janie Spaht Gill, Ph.D.… [Event Website]

Teche Area Farmers' Market

by: Cal Editor

Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia

2:30pm-6:00pm

Experience our harvest of delicious, locally grown produce and homemade products by area farmers, artists and crafters. Also included are handcrafted cypress yard objects, bread and fresh baked goods, ceramics, honey, jellies, jams, herbs, candies, wooden bowls and utensils, birdhouses, garden benches and much more. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, Tuesdays 2:30 - 6 p.m., Saturdays 7 - 11 a.m., 337-369-2330 or 337-380-0672.… [Event Website]

BASIC INTERNET: Free Computer Class

by: Lafayette Public Library

North Regional Library

9:30 AM

Material covered: This class focuses on a conceptual understanding of the Internet and those components necessary to acquire connectivity. The class then deals with browser functions and the various techniques for finding information on the World Wide Web.Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Monday, April 29 at 9:00 AM. Call 896-6323 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]

SRL Sci-Fi Fantasy Book Club

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:30 PM

Join us on the second Tuesday of each month at the South Regional Library for the Sci-Fi and Fantasy Book Club!March 12Mrs. God by Peter StraubApril 9Devil's Alphabet by Daryl GregoryMay 14Power Play by Ben Bova [Event Website]

Lafayette Tuesday Noon French Table

by: Cal Editor

Pamplonas Restaurant, 631 Jefferson St

12:00pm

Admission: Free

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

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Opelousas Farmers Market

by: LCVC

828 East Landry St., Opelousas

6:30 a.m.

Admission: Free

Discover bounties of homegrown fruits, vegetables, preserves and jellies and more. Arts and crafts are also available for purchase. [Event Website]

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

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

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

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

2013 LEDA Job Fair

by: Cal Editor

Cajundome Convention Center

9:00am-3:00pm

The Lafayette Economic Development Authority will hold its annual job fair, which is the largest job recruitment event in Acadiana, this Saturday at the Cajundome Convention Center. [Event Website]

Plan Lafayette

by: Cal Editor

Heymann Performing Arts Center, 1373 S. College Rd.

11:00am-3:00pm

Admission: Free

Its about community building community. Its about you, and your chance to help direct a long-range plan for Lafayettes future. For the first time in Lafayettes history, you have the opportunity to choose a scenario for how Lafayette should develop, and set the foundation for a Comprehensive Plan. Help envision Lafayette as a more competitive city that offers even greater opportunity and an amazing quality of life, for generations to come! Show up and help shape your Lafayette for tomorrow.… [Event Website]

Ride of Silence

by: Cal Editor

intersection of St. Landry and Dean Streets and end at Parc Sans Souci

7:00pm

Admission: Free

The Ride of Silence is a free ride that asks participants to ride no faster than 12 mph, wear helmets, have lights, follow the rules of the road, and remain silent during the ride. There are no sponsors and no registration fees. The ride aims to raise the awareness of motorists, police and city officials that cyclists have a legal right to the public roadways. For details on Louisiana State law relative to bicycles see http://www.lafayettela.gov/Traffic/bicyclesafety_statestatutes.asp The ride is also… [Event Website]

BASIC INTERNET: Free Computer Class

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

1:00 PM

Material covered: This class focuses on a conceptual understanding of the Internet and those components necessary to acquire connectivity. The class then deals with browser functions and the various techniques for finding information on the World Wide Web.Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Monday, April 29 at 9:00 AM. Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]

Community Legal Education Series

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:30 PM

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

Lafayette Wednesday Morning French Table

by: Cal Editor

Dwyer's Cafe, 323 Jefferson Street

7:00am

Admission: Free

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

Journaling through Grief Workshop

by: Cal Editor

St. Michael Parish Hall, 211 W. Hutchinson, Crowley

5:30pm-7:00pm

Admission: Free

Author, spiritual director, and long-time journalist, Joan Broussard will be speaking at Geesey Ferguson Funeral Home in Crowley on Wednesday April 17, at 5:30. She will share her personal experience of grieving the loss of her husband and parents and the merits of journaling our way through grief. oan presents from her own journaling and grief experience and her lively presentation includes experiential activities. Joan Broussard completed her studies in Spiritual Direction at the St. Charles Retreat Center, in the Diocese of Lake Charles and has been offering Spiritual Direction since 2007. She is the author of a several Catholic magazine articles as well as the newly released book on grief. Joan also published two CDs of the Rosary; one in Cajun French and English, as well as a CD of Reflections on Grief.

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Eunice Farmers Market

by: LCVC

Corner of 2nd Street and Park Street, Eunice

Wed. 1 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.

Admission: Free

Select from seasonal vegetables, fruits, jellies, sweet dough pies, breads and other locally made products. Arts and crafts may appear from time to time as vendors are available. [Event Website]

Opelousas Farmers Market

by: LCVC

828 East Landry St., Opelousas

6:30 a.m.

Admission: Free

Discover bounties of homegrown fruits, vegetables, preserves and jellies and more. Arts and crafts are also available for purchase. [Event Website]

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

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

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

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

''Birds of a Feather'' Fried Chicken Cook Off

by: Cal Editor

Saint Street Inn, 407 Brooke Ave.

7:00pm

Who wants some fried chicken? Everyone, that's who. But who's got the best fried chicken in town? And what qualities elevate one chicken over another? At the Saint Street Inn, we begin the quest to answer such profound questions with Lafayette's first fried chicken cookoff. We've gathered together some of the greatest fried chicken minds in all of the downtown/saint streets area - Kelsey Leger of The French Press, John Bienvenu and Alex Andrade of The Rusted Rooster, and Kris Allen of SSI - each of whom wi… [Event Website]

Boil and Oil Block Party

by: Cal Editor

Rooftop Burdin Riehl Parking Garage

6:00pm

Admission: $35, $280

The Oil Center's 3rd annual crawfish boil and block party returns to the top of the Burdin Reihl Parking Garage in the heart of the Oil Center. Tickets are $35 per person and $280 for a table of eight and includes crawfish with potatoes and corn with soft drinks, wine and beer. Proceeds benefit the Oil Center Association. For ticket info call 232-1267 or visit online. … [Event Website]

Cajun Country Cruise

by: Cal Editor

Musson Patout Automotive Group, 300 Hwy. 90 W Frontage Rd.

10:00am-9:00pm

Admission: Free

Classic and muscle cars will roll through Iberia Parish for the 5th annual Cruisin Cajun Country Cruise In to be held May 16 - 18, 2013. Participants will experience the area's hottest attractions, award-winning Main Street historic district, food and live music, while spectators will enjoy free car shows and entertainment.… [Event Website]

Stop and Paint the Flowers

by: LCVC

1008 East St. Mary Blvd. Lafayette, LA 70503

T-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

All Member ~ All Media exhibit of traditonal & contemporary florals

Les Courdre Points Quilting Circle

by: LCVC

NuNu's Arts & Culture Collective, 1510 Bayou Courtableau Rd. (Hwy. 93), Arnaudville

Admission: Free

Join the group of French speakers keen on quilting en francais to keep these two aspects of local culture alive and well. All skill levels welcome! [Event Website]

Eunice Farmers Market

by: LCVC

Corner of 2nd Street and Park Street, Eunice

Wed. 1 p.m.; Sat. 8 a.m.

Admission: Free

Select from seasonal vegetables, fruits, jellies, sweet dough pies, breads and other locally made products. Arts and crafts may appear from time to time as vendors are available. [Event Website]

Opelousas Farmers Market

by: LCVC

828 East Landry St., Opelousas

6:30 a.m.

Admission: Free

Discover bounties of homegrown fruits, vegetables, preserves and jellies and more. Arts and crafts are also available for purchase. [Event Website]

Cajun Cooking Show and Meal

by: LCVC

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

2 hours

Admission: $30 per person

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