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Arts & Culture

Saturday, May 11, 2013

Student Arts Expo

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

2-8 p.m.

Admission: Free and open to the pub

Student Arts Expo The Student Arts Expo is an annual event designed to increase public knowledge and appreciation of the arts by and for the youth of the community. The Student Arts Expo is a joint effort of the AcA and LPSS, with support from Downtown Lafayette and Lafayette Consolidated Government. These agencies are working together to pair businesses willing to offer a space with a school group seeking a host site for a visual arts exhibits.… [Event Website]

In His Grace

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

7:30pm

In His Grace, a two-act original musical comedy written by local playwrights; Jane Martin Billeaudeaux and John Verly Richard, with direction by Christy Leichty, program director for Cite Des Arts and musical direction by Glenn Hebert, promises to entertain and amuse. In His Grace, set in Louisiana, follows the antics of a preacher. He begins his adventure with his 2 crazy cousins and the best of intentions, but encounters 3 Temptresses along the way; Greed, Lust and Power. The music, diverse and en… [Event Website]

John Buck: C'est Magnifique

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

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

Student Arts Expo

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
Saturday, May 11, 2013 from to . [Event Website]

WBU Edible Plants with Charles Allen

by: Cal Editor

Wild Birds Unlimited, 137 Arnold Blvd.

9:00am

Admission: Free

Wild Birds Unlimited invites you to the Lafayette store for FREE informational sessions on upcoming events. The store is located at 137 Arnould Boulevard, Lafayette. For more information call 993-2473. [Event Website]

Second Saturday ArtWalk

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

09:00 PM

Saturday, May 11, 2013 from 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM. [Event Website]

The Big Easel

by: Cal Editor

Town Square in River Ranch

9:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

The Big Easel From 9 am-4 pm in Town Square at River Ranch, 63 artists from all over the South (plus a couple from Provincetown, MA) will be showing their paintings, photography, ceramics, sculpture, jewelry, and glassware. This is an incredible way to see art by so much talent in one place for one day only so don't miss it! Whether it is a Mother's Day gift that is needed or a small piece of art to add to your collection or a major statement piece for a large wall, you can find it at The BIg Easel! The committee and I juried extra hard this year. I hope that you will see that in the range of work and caliber of artists that are showing at The Big Easel this year. With face painting and a "balloon man" there for children...food available from Romacelli and City Club for lunch...entertainment by a trio from the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra and singer Aaron Paille....The Big Easel is a fun day for everyone!

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

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

True to Form

by: LCVC

Green Apple & Lafayette Visitors Center

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

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

Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Cathedral Center, 515 Cathedral St.

Admission: Free

In the Cathedral Center, the museum offers a glimpse into the church history of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, the mother church for the Diocese of Lafayette. Three hand-made reproductions of the previous churches of St. John are on display as well as many religious artifacts and garments. OF SPECIAL INTEREST: The Hanley-Gueno Presepio, A Baroque Italian Crche Nativity scene from the 18th Century. CURRENT RELIGIOUS ART EXHIBITS: May August 2013 Religious Art by Mrs. Christa Veg… [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

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

Film/TV & Music Meetup Group

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center

7:00pm

Admission: Free

The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]

Euro-American Celebration

by: Alliance Française de Lafayette

735 Jefferson, Le Centre International

5:00pm-7:00pm

Admission: Free

A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]

Arts & Culture

Sunday, May 12, 2013

Mother's Day Tea, and Figure Skating Exhibition

by: LCVC

3607 N.W. Evangeline Thrwy. Carencro, LA 70520

1:45-3:45

Admission: $20

Tea and deserts, Figure skating exhibition and show, public skating with mom's.

Contra & Square Dance

by: Cal Editor

NUNUs, 1510 Bayou Courtableau Hwy, Arnaudville

3:00pm-5:30pm

Admission: Free

Hello Wynce-please post our latest dance. thanks for your help in publicizing our dance. Come celebrate Mother's Day - bring your Mom to an afternoon dance !!!!! Contra & Square DANCE NUNU'S in Arnaudville, LA 1510 Bayou Courtableau Rd, Hwy 93 E Sunday, May 12th 3:00pm to 5:30pm Callers: Charlene Heaton, Kendall Rogers & Steve Bing Band: Eric Frey, Clelia Stefanini & Richard Burgess ) $5 Cover Sponsored by Louisiana Contras and Squares https://www.facebook.com/grou… [Event Website]

In His Grace

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

2:00pm

Admission: $30, $35

In His Grace, a two-act original musical comedy written by local playwrights; Jane Martin Billeaudeaux and John Verly Richard, with direction by Christy Leichty, program director for Cite Des Arts and musical direction by Glenn Hebert, promises to entertain and amuse. In His Grace, set in Louisiana, follows the antics of a preacher. He begins his adventure with his 2 crazy cousins and the best of intentions, but encounters 3 Temptresses along the way; Greed, Lust and Power. The music, diverse and en… [Event Website]

Brad Walker Jazz Quartet

by: Cal Editor

Cit des Arts, 109 Vine St.

7:00pm

Admission: $10

With a style befitting modern jazz, but evolving to incorporate elements of R&B, street music, and rock, saxophonist Brad Walker is taking hold of the New Orleans music scene. His collaborations with local heavy hitters Eric Lindell, Colin Lake, and Johnny Sketch and the Dirty Notes is proof of the effect he's had in the short time he's been in the Crescent City.… [Event Website]

ASO presents To Mothers With Love

by: Cal Editor

Cajundome

3:00pm

Admission: $35

Treat mom to the Symphonys Chamber Series performance dedicated to her on Mothers Day, Sunday May 12th at 3 p.m. This intimate performance of piano, violin, horn and poetry is not to be missed. Audience members will be treated to the beautiful artistry of Dustin Gledhill, winner of the International New Orleans Piano Competition, who is described as thoughtful yet passionate, stunning and riveting. The trio will be rounded out by our very own Lauren Baker, ASOs concert master and violinist extraordinair… [Event Website]

In His Grace

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

2:00pm

Admission:

In His Grace, a two-act original musical comedy written by local playwrights; Jane Martin Billeaudeaux and John Verly Richard, with direction by Christy Leichty, program director for Cite Des Arts and musical direction by Glenn Hebert, promises to entertain and amuse. In His Grace, set in Louisiana, follows the antics of a preacher. He begins his adventure with his 2 crazy cousins and the best of intentions, but encounters 3 Temptresses along the way; Greed, Lust and Power. The music, diverse and en… [Event Website]

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

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

True to Form

by: LCVC

Green Apple & Lafayette Visitors Center

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

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

Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Cathedral Center, 515 Cathedral St.

Admission: Free

In the Cathedral Center, the museum offers a glimpse into the church history of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, the mother church for the Diocese of Lafayette. Three hand-made reproductions of the previous churches of St. John are on display as well as many religious artifacts and garments. OF SPECIAL INTEREST: The Hanley-Gueno Presepio, A Baroque Italian Crche Nativity scene from the 18th Century. CURRENT RELIGIOUS ART EXHIBITS: May August 2013 Religious Art by Mrs. Christa Veg… [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

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

Film/TV & Music Meetup Group

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center

7:00pm

Admission: Free

The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]

Euro-American Celebration

by: Alliance Française de Lafayette

735 Jefferson, Le Centre International

5:00pm-7:00pm

Admission: Free

A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]

Arts & Culture

Monday, May 13, 2013

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

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

True to Form

by: LCVC

Green Apple & Lafayette Visitors Center

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

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

Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Cathedral Center, 515 Cathedral St.

Admission: Free

In the Cathedral Center, the museum offers a glimpse into the church history of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, the mother church for the Diocese of Lafayette. Three hand-made reproductions of the previous churches of St. John are on display as well as many religious artifacts and garments. OF SPECIAL INTEREST: The Hanley-Gueno Presepio, A Baroque Italian Crche Nativity scene from the 18th Century. CURRENT RELIGIOUS ART EXHIBITS: May August 2013 Religious Art by Mrs. Christa Veg… [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

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

Film/TV & Music Meetup Group

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center

7:00pm

Admission: Free

The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]

Euro-American Celebration

by: Alliance Française de Lafayette

735 Jefferson, Le Centre International

5:00pm-7:00pm

Admission: Free

A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]

Arts & Culture

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

The Backyard Series

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Road

6:30pm-8:30pm

Admission: Free

The Backyard Series Mays topic is Louisiana Baseball: From the Evangeline League to the Majors. The series is presented by the Center for Louisiana Studies and sponsored in part by Decentralized Arts Funding distributed by the Acadiana Center for the Arts and the Louisiana Division of the Arts in partnership with the Vermilionville Foundation. Free and open to all ages.… [Event Website]

Art for All Seasons

by: Cal Editor

2000 Kaliste Saloom Road

5:00pm

DSF Wealth Management's Art for All Seasons Spring 2013 Exhibit will feature Cellist Emma Guidry & St. Thomas More Art Students along with a wine and cheese reception from 5-7 p.m. [Event Website]

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

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

True to Form

by: LCVC

Green Apple & Lafayette Visitors Center

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

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

Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Cathedral Center, 515 Cathedral St.

Admission: Free

In the Cathedral Center, the museum offers a glimpse into the church history of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, the mother church for the Diocese of Lafayette. Three hand-made reproductions of the previous churches of St. John are on display as well as many religious artifacts and garments. OF SPECIAL INTEREST: The Hanley-Gueno Presepio, A Baroque Italian Crche Nativity scene from the 18th Century. CURRENT RELIGIOUS ART EXHIBITS: May August 2013 Religious Art by Mrs. Christa Veg… [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

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

Film/TV & Music Meetup Group

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center

7:00pm

Admission: Free

The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]

Euro-American Celebration

by: Alliance Française de Lafayette

735 Jefferson, Le Centre International

5:00pm-7:00pm

Admission: Free

A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]

Arts & Culture

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Stage Monkeys May Show

by: Cal Editor

Theatre 810, 810 Jefferson St.

7:30pm

Admission: $7, $5

The Stage Monkeys of Lafayette are gearing up for their May 2013 show where they will perform improvisational comedy that is heavily influenced from audience feedback. Tickets are $7 for general admission and $5 with a vaild UL student ID. For more information or to reserve tickets call Theatre 810 at 484-0172.… [Event Website]

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

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

True to Form

by: LCVC

Green Apple & Lafayette Visitors Center

Tu-F 12-5 p.m.

Admission: Free

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

Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Cathedral Center, 515 Cathedral St.

Admission: Free

In the Cathedral Center, the museum offers a glimpse into the church history of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, the mother church for the Diocese of Lafayette. Three hand-made reproductions of the previous churches of St. John are on display as well as many religious artifacts and garments. OF SPECIAL INTEREST: The Hanley-Gueno Presepio, A Baroque Italian Crche Nativity scene from the 18th Century. CURRENT RELIGIOUS ART EXHIBITS: May August 2013 Religious Art by Mrs. Christa Veg… [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

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

Film/TV & Music Meetup Group

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center

7:00pm

Admission: Free

The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]

Euro-American Celebration

by: Alliance Française de Lafayette

735 Jefferson, Le Centre International

5:00pm-7:00pm

Admission: Free

A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]

Arts & Culture

Thursday, May 16, 2013

ArtBeat

by: Shameka Taylor

Cit des Arts, 109 Vine St.

6:00pm

Admission: $3

ArtBeat A modern art showcase fundraiser and social mixer to benefit the Fashion Production Internship of Shameka Taylor. [Event Website]

Some Enchanted Evening: The Songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein

by: Cal Editor

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

7:00pm

Admission: $15, $10

Some Enchanted Evening: The Songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein The Acadia Players Present the musical revue, Some Enchanted Evening: The Songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein is a celebration of songs that have become a part of our lives. We sing them in the shower and we sing them to entertain and amuse. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. Tickets will be available at Cajun Country Rice, online at www.acadiaplayers.com or www.thegrandoperahouse.org. For more information regarding the performances please contact Logan Frederick 337-523-5007 or … [Event Website]

Final Event at Casa Azul: Customer Appreciation, Patrices Birthday Bash + Baton Rouge Slam Team Performance

by: Cal Editor

Casa Azul Gifts, 232 ML King Drive, Gran Coteau

7:00pm-9:00pm

Admission: Free

Join us for a grand celebration on Thursday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. Casa Azul Gifts in Grand Coteau. After almost eight years of unique gifts and literary programming, Casa Azul will close its doors at the end of the month, but will go out with a multi-part celebration: Customer Appreciation Party a reading by Patrice Melnick birthday party for Melnick a dynamic performance by the Baton Rouge Slam Team & Friendraiser Feel free to bring your own poems, songs or stories for the open mic. This free, community event is suitable for mature teens and adults. Casa Azul Gifts is located at 232 ML King Dr., Grand Coteau. This event is sponsored The Festival of Words Cultural Arts Collective. FMI: For more information call Patrice (337) 662-1032 or festivalwords@gmail.com. Casa Azul Gifts is located at 232 ML King Dr., Grand Coteau. In the months that follow, literary events will take place at the Thensted Center in Grand Coteau.

18 Victoria

by: Cal Editor

Theatre 810, 810 Jefferson St.

7:30pm

Admission: $10

In a trio of interlocking monologues, 18 VICTORIA tells the story of three siblings -- Ben, Catherine and Stephen -- who are struggling to piece together their broken family relationship in the wake of their fathers untimely death. But a larger crisis looms. 18 Victoria, an asteroid the size of a few city blocks, is on a trajectory to collide with Earth and will cause an extinction event on the scale of the one that killed the dinosaurs. 18 VICTORIA runs for three performances only on May 16-18, 2013 at T… [Event Website]

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

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

Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Cathedral Center, 515 Cathedral St.

Admission: Free

In the Cathedral Center, the museum offers a glimpse into the church history of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, the mother church for the Diocese of Lafayette. Three hand-made reproductions of the previous churches of St. John are on display as well as many religious artifacts and garments. OF SPECIAL INTEREST: The Hanley-Gueno Presepio, A Baroque Italian Crche Nativity scene from the 18th Century. CURRENT RELIGIOUS ART EXHIBITS: May August 2013 Religious Art by Mrs. Christa Veg… [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

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

Film/TV & Music Meetup Group

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center

7:00pm

Admission: Free

The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]

Euro-American Celebration

by: Alliance Française de Lafayette

735 Jefferson, Le Centre International

5:00pm-7:00pm

Admission: Free

A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]

Arts & Culture

Friday, May 17, 2013

Natural Expression Opening Reception

by: Cal Editor

The Fram Shop Gallery 912, 912 Coolidge Blvd.

6:30pm-8:30pm

Natural Expression Opening Reception Carmen Alvarez Thibodeaux attributes her initial love of photography to her father, Oscar M. Alvarez, MD, as they spent many hours photographing together, and also the admiration of Father Fred Weber's artistic talent with his camera. Originally from New Iberia, Carmen has always kept the natural beauty of Louisiana deep within her soul. She studied and received her bachelor's degree in Biology from St. Mary's Dominican College in New Orleans, while also focusing heavily on the Fine Arts and Photograph… [Event Website]

Some Enchanted Evening: The Songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein

by: Cal Editor

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

7:00pm

Admission: $15, $10

Some Enchanted Evening: The Songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein The Acadia Players Present the musical revue, Some Enchanted Evening: The Songs of Rodgers and Hammerstein is a celebration of songs that have become a part of our lives. We sing them in the shower and we sing them to entertain and amuse. Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. Tickets will be available at Cajun Country Rice, online at www.acadiaplayers.com or www.thegrandoperahouse.org. For more information regarding the performances please contact Logan Frederick 337-523-5007 or … [Event Website]

Dr. Gerd Wuestemann CD release recital

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

Acadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road

9:30 PM

Dr. Gerd Wuestemann  CD release recital Friday, May 17, 2013 from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. [Event Website]

NUNU Mother's Day Dance

by: Cal Editor

NUNUs, 1510 Bayou Courtableau Hwy, Arnaudville

3:00pm

Admission: $5

Contra and Squares welcomes all to NUNU Arts and Culture Collective for a 3 p.m., May 17, Mothers Day dance. Join the circle and be prepared to laugh out loud as we promenade and swing to the sound of Eric Frey, Clelia Stefanini & Richard Burgess. Callers are Charlene Heaton (contra) and Steve Bing (squares). There is a $5 suggested donation. NUNU Culinary Collective members will sell homemade plate suppers and non-alcoholic beverages. Dance concludes at 5:30 p.m. NUNU Arts and Culture Coll… [Event Website]

Resusitate Your Unfinished Works of Art workshop

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette Art Association & Gallery, 1008 East St Mary Blvd

9:00am-5:00pm

Admission:

Whether oil or acrylic is your preferred medium, Pat Bourque will help to, Resusitate Your Unfinished Works of Art, on Friday, May 17th, 9am to 5pm. Call the Lafayette Art Association for more information: 337-269-0363 or go online: www.lafayetteart.org [Event Website]

NUNU's Pot Luck Social

by: Cal Editor

NUNU Arts and Culture Collective 1510 Courtableau Road (LA 93), Arnaudville,

7:00pm

Admission: Free

Pot Luck social. Think Big House Party. Cost of admission, your "most favorite" dish for contribution to communal dinner. Non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase. Help us celebrate the birthday of Arnaudville Mardi Gras King, Bryon Boudreaux. See the work of students from Lycee de Beaumont, completed during Semaine Franaise d'Arnaudville. Music by The Pot Luck Band.

In His Grace

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

7:30pm

Admission: $30, $35

In His Grace, a two-act original musical comedy written by local playwrights; Jane Martin Billeaudeaux and John Verly Richard, with direction by Christy Leichty, program director for Cite Des Arts and musical direction by Glenn Hebert, promises to entertain and amuse. In His Grace, set in Louisiana, follows the antics of a preacher. He begins his adventure with his 2 crazy cousins and the best of intentions, but encounters 3 Temptresses along the way; Greed, Lust and Power. The music, diverse and en… [Event Website]

In His Grace

by: Cal Editor

Cite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.

7:30pm

Admission:

In His Grace, a two-act original musical comedy written by local playwrights; Jane Martin Billeaudeaux and John Verly Richard, with direction by Christy Leichty, program director for Cite Des Arts and musical direction by Glenn Hebert, promises to entertain and amuse. In His Grace, set in Louisiana, follows the antics of a preacher. He begins his adventure with his 2 crazy cousins and the best of intentions, but encounters 3 Temptresses along the way; Greed, Lust and Power. The music, diverse and en… [Event Website]

18 Victoria

by: Cal Editor

Theatre 810, 810 Jefferson St.

7:30pm

Admission: $10

In a trio of interlocking monologues, 18 VICTORIA tells the story of three siblings -- Ben, Catherine and Stephen -- who are struggling to piece together their broken family relationship in the wake of their fathers untimely death. But a larger crisis looms. 18 Victoria, an asteroid the size of a few city blocks, is on a trajectory to collide with Earth and will cause an extinction event on the scale of the one that killed the dinosaurs. 18 VICTORIA runs for three performances only on May 16-18, 2013 at T… [Event Website]

Stop and Enjoy the Flowers

by: Cal Editor

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

Admission: Free

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

Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Cathedral Center, 515 Cathedral St.

Admission: Free

In the Cathedral Center, the museum offers a glimpse into the church history of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, the mother church for the Diocese of Lafayette. Three hand-made reproductions of the previous churches of St. John are on display as well as many religious artifacts and garments. OF SPECIAL INTEREST: The Hanley-Gueno Presepio, A Baroque Italian Crche Nativity scene from the 18th Century. CURRENT RELIGIOUS ART EXHIBITS: May August 2013 Religious Art by Mrs. Christa Veg… [Event Website]

Summer Camps for Kids

by: LCVC

101 W. Vermilion St., Lafayette, LA 70501

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Varies between $135-$200

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

Film/TV & Music Meetup Group

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette South Regional Lib. Conf. Center

7:00pm

Admission: Free

The Lafayette Film/TV & Music Meetup group will meet on Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 at the South Regional Library, 6101 Johnston Street, Lafayette, LA at 7 PM. Gerd Wuestemann, Ex. Dir. ACA will present the 2013 program schedule for the Acadiana Center of the Arts. He will also review the Louisiana Crossroads program. Gerd is interested in discussing how ACA can work with our Meetup group in taking Acadiana to the next level in entertainment. Anyone with an interest is invited to attend.… [Event Website]

Euro-American Celebration

by: Alliance Française de Lafayette

735 Jefferson, Le Centre International

5:00pm-7:00pm

Admission: Free

A celebration of European-American Friendship and Cooperation with short presentations in the different European languages, parade of European flags, food and music presented by the Alliance Franaise de Lafayette and the Centre International de Lafayette. [Event Website]