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Sunday, May 27, 2012

Benefit Show for Mickey

by: Cal Editor

Parc International, Downtown

5:00pm

Admission: $15 donation

Benefit Show for Mickey As the search for Mickey Shunick enters its second week friends, family and supporters are encouraged to gather at Parc International to show their solidarity in bringing the 22-year-old home with benefit concert featuring two of her favorite bands: GIVERS and Vagabond Swing. A $15 minimum donation is requested and all proceeds will go towards the tireless efforts of the unwavering volunteers determined to bring Mickey home. … [Event Website]

TRAIL Commuter Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Bicycle commuters will have the opportunity to win gift certificates and other prizes from local businesses. Become a friend of "TRAILs for LA" on Facebook and each weekday post a picture of you on your bike at work to become eligible for a drawing of the daily prizes. For more information email TRAILs4LA@yahoo.com.Part of Lafayette's Bike Month.

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge Signup at www.bikeleague.org to participate in a nationwide competition to win prizes just for riding your bike. Part of Lafayette's Bike Month activities. [Event Website]

ZooLive

by: LCVC

Zoo of Acadiana, Broussard

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

Admission: $2 per person in additio

New at the Zoo of Acadiana, ZooLive is an animal show in our new Zootorium. Fun, exciting and educational up close and personal with some wild friends. [Event Website]

Live Thoroughbred Horse Racing

by: LCVC

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, 2235 Creswell Lane Ext., Opelousas

Wed.-Sat. Post time 5:40 p.m.

Come out and enjoy this fast-paced competition in the 1st entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing and casino gaming. [Event Website]

Wildlife Hike

by: LCVC

5400 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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.

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 Lafayette Gardens

5:00pm

Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day

The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]

Community

Monday, May 28, 2012

TRAIL Commuter Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Bicycle commuters will have the opportunity to win gift certificates and other prizes from local businesses. Become a friend of "TRAILs for LA" on Facebook and each weekday post a picture of you on your bike at work to become eligible for a drawing of the daily prizes. For more information email TRAILs4LA@yahoo.com.Part of Lafayette's Bike Month.

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge Signup at www.bikeleague.org to participate in a nationwide competition to win prizes just for riding your bike. Part of Lafayette's Bike Month activities. [Event Website]

ZooLive

by: LCVC

Zoo of Acadiana, Broussard

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

Admission: $2 per person in additio

New at the Zoo of Acadiana, ZooLive is an animal show in our new Zootorium. Fun, exciting and educational up close and personal with some wild friends. [Event Website]

Live Thoroughbred Horse Racing

by: LCVC

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, 2235 Creswell Lane Ext., Opelousas

Wed.-Sat. Post time 5:40 p.m.

Come out and enjoy this fast-paced competition in the 1st entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing and casino gaming. [Event Website]

Wildlife Hike

by: LCVC

5400 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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.

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 Lafayette Gardens

5:00pm

Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day

The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]

Community

Tuesday, May 29, 2012

TRAIL Commuter Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Bicycle commuters will have the opportunity to win gift certificates and other prizes from local businesses. Become a friend of "TRAILs for LA" on Facebook and each weekday post a picture of you on your bike at work to become eligible for a drawing of the daily prizes. For more information email TRAILs4LA@yahoo.com.Part of Lafayette's Bike Month.

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge Signup at www.bikeleague.org to participate in a nationwide competition to win prizes just for riding your bike. Part of Lafayette's Bike Month activities. [Event Website]

ZooLive

by: LCVC

Zoo of Acadiana, Broussard

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

Admission: $2 per person in additio

New at the Zoo of Acadiana, ZooLive is an animal show in our new Zootorium. Fun, exciting and educational up close and personal with some wild friends. [Event Website]

Live Thoroughbred Horse Racing

by: LCVC

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, 2235 Creswell Lane Ext., Opelousas

Wed.-Sat. Post time 5:40 p.m.

Come out and enjoy this fast-paced competition in the 1st entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing and casino gaming. [Event Website]

Wildlife Hike

by: LCVC

5400 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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.

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 Lafayette Gardens

5:00pm

Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day

The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]

Community

Wednesday, May 30, 2012

TRAIL Commuter Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Bicycle commuters will have the opportunity to win gift certificates and other prizes from local businesses. Become a friend of "TRAILs for LA" on Facebook and each weekday post a picture of you on your bike at work to become eligible for a drawing of the daily prizes. For more information email TRAILs4LA@yahoo.com.Part of Lafayette's Bike Month.

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge Signup at www.bikeleague.org to participate in a nationwide competition to win prizes just for riding your bike. Part of Lafayette's Bike Month activities. [Event Website]

ZooLive

by: LCVC

Zoo of Acadiana, Broussard

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

Admission: $2 per person in additio

New at the Zoo of Acadiana, ZooLive is an animal show in our new Zootorium. Fun, exciting and educational up close and personal with some wild friends. [Event Website]

Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing

by: Cal Editor

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino

5:40pm

The 2012 Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing Season is fast approaching at the gate! Racing Wednesdays through Saturdays beginning at 5:40 p.m. nightly, the action kicks off April 18 and continues through September 8. [Event Website]

Live Thoroughbred Horse Racing

by: LCVC

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, 2235 Creswell Lane Ext., Opelousas

Wed.-Sat. Post time 5:40 p.m.

Come out and enjoy this fast-paced competition in the 1st entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing and casino gaming. [Event Website]

Wildlife Hike

by: LCVC

5400 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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.

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 Lafayette Gardens

5:00pm

Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day

The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]

Community

Thursday, May 31, 2012

(Stationary) Benefit Ride for Mickey Shunick

by: Cal Editor

Body Factory, Parc Lafayette

6:30pm-8:30pm

Admission: $5+ donation

(Stationary) Benefit Ride for Mickey Shunick Brettly Wilson will be holding a benefit ride, on stationary bikes, at the Body Factory in Parc Lafayette in order to raise more funds for the continuing search and investigation into the disappearance of 22-year-old UL student Mickey Shunick. [Event Website]

Dr. Jeffrey Geroge performs at LGMC

by: Cal Editor

Cancer Center of Acadiana, Burdin Riehl Center, 1211 Coolidge Blvd., Suite 100

9:15am

Dr. Jeffrey Geroge performs at LGMC Music as medicine will be the prescription when music professor Dr. Jeffrey L. George plays his guitar for patients and visitors at Lafayette General Medical Centers Cancer Center of Acadiana (CCA). George is a Professor of Guitar Studies in the School of Music and Performing Arts at the University of Louisiana at Lafayette. He plans to strum out an eclectic blend of styles including light contemporary, Latin American and jazz, all to provide a soothing atmosphere and cool ambiance. … [Event Website]

TRAIL Commuter Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Bicycle commuters will have the opportunity to win gift certificates and other prizes from local businesses. Become a friend of "TRAILs for LA" on Facebook and each weekday post a picture of you on your bike at work to become eligible for a drawing of the daily prizes. For more information email TRAILs4LA@yahoo.com.Part of Lafayette's Bike Month.

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge Signup at www.bikeleague.org to participate in a nationwide competition to win prizes just for riding your bike. Part of Lafayette's Bike Month activities. [Event Website]

ZooLive

by: LCVC

Zoo of Acadiana, Broussard

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

Admission: $2 per person in additio

New at the Zoo of Acadiana, ZooLive is an animal show in our new Zootorium. Fun, exciting and educational up close and personal with some wild friends. [Event Website]

Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing

by: Cal Editor

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino

5:40pm

The 2012 Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing Season is fast approaching at the gate! Racing Wednesdays through Saturdays beginning at 5:40 p.m. nightly, the action kicks off April 18 and continues through September 8. [Event Website]

Live Thoroughbred Horse Racing

by: LCVC

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, 2235 Creswell Lane Ext., Opelousas

Wed.-Sat. Post time 5:40 p.m.

Come out and enjoy this fast-paced competition in the 1st entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing and casino gaming. [Event Website]

Wildlife Hike

by: LCVC

5400 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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.

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 Lafayette Gardens

5:00pm

Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day

The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]

Community

Friday, Jun 1, 2012

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge Signup at www.bikeleague.org to participate in a nationwide competition to win prizes just for riding your bike. Part of Lafayette's Bike Month activities. [Event Website]

ZooLive

by: LCVC

Zoo of Acadiana, Broussard

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

Admission: $2 per person in additio

New at the Zoo of Acadiana, ZooLive is an animal show in our new Zootorium. Fun, exciting and educational up close and personal with some wild friends. [Event Website]

Dream Big: Read! - Kickoff Celebration

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

10:00 AM

Children, and their family members are invited to attend a wonderful Dream Big: Read! Celebration at the South Regional Library, located at 6101 Johnston St. Come join the 2012 Summer Reading Program, make creative crafts, and participate in other fun activities.For details call South Regional Library at 981-1028. Listed are our main events:Al Simmons-Musical Lunacy10:30 –11:30 amZoo-Zoom: The Little Traveling Zoo on Wheels11:30 am – 1:30 pmThe Northside High Drill SQUAD12:00 – 12:25 pmAl Simmons-… [Event Website]

Planning for Success workshop

by: Cal Editor

Buffet City, 120 Curran Lane

12:00pm

Dawn Foreman RD, LDN, AHFS will be the guest speaker at the Connections Womens Networking Group meeting on Friday, June 1, 2012 at 12:00 noon at Buffet City. She will share her passion for empowering people to take control of their lives and harness their inner power. Please join us for a wonderful networking experience! Networking begins at 11:30 a.m. For reservations, call 236-8252 by 12:00 noon on Thursday, May 31, 2012.

Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing

by: Cal Editor

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino

5:40pm

The 2012 Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing Season is fast approaching at the gate! Racing Wednesdays through Saturdays beginning at 5:40 p.m. nightly, the action kicks off April 18 and continues through September 8. [Event Website]

Live Thoroughbred Horse Racing

by: LCVC

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, 2235 Creswell Lane Ext., Opelousas

Wed.-Sat. Post time 5:40 p.m.

Come out and enjoy this fast-paced competition in the 1st entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing and casino gaming. [Event Website]

Wildlife Hike

by: LCVC

5400 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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.

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 Lafayette Gardens

5:00pm

Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day

The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]

Community

Saturday, Jun 2, 2012

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge Signup at www.bikeleague.org to participate in a nationwide competition to win prizes just for riding your bike. Part of Lafayette's Bike Month activities. [Event Website]

ZooLive

by: LCVC

Zoo of Acadiana, Broussard

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

Admission: $2 per person in additio

New at the Zoo of Acadiana, ZooLive is an animal show in our new Zootorium. Fun, exciting and educational up close and personal with some wild friends. [Event Website]

Daylily Festival and Garden Show

by: LCVC

Magdalen Square, Abbeville

8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Admission: Free

Plant booths, educational speakers, food and more!

Daylily Festival and Garden Show

by: LCVC

Magdalen Square, Abbeville

8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.

Admission: Free.

Plant booths, educational speakers, food and more. [Event Website]

Genealogy 101

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

9:30 AM

On the first Saturday of each month, the LafayetteGenealogical Society presents ‘Genealogy 101,’ aseries of presentations for the research novice andexpert alike. The group also holds monthly meetingson the third Tuesday of each month. Each meetingfeatures a guest speaker. Join us! Anyone interested ingenealogy may attend either event.… [Event Website]

Cookbook Swap

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

10:00 AM

Admit it— you have at least one cookbook you haven’t used in years. Bring it to the library, take home a cookbook you love, and leave yours to enrich someone else’s home. Everyone who brings a cookbook will be entered into a raffle for a new cookbook.South Regional Library - 981-1028… [Event Website]

Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing

by: Cal Editor

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino

5:40pm

The 2012 Evangeline Downs Thoroughbred Racing Season is fast approaching at the gate! Racing Wednesdays through Saturdays beginning at 5:40 p.m. nightly, the action kicks off April 18 and continues through September 8. [Event Website]

Live Thoroughbred Horse Racing

by: LCVC

Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, 2235 Creswell Lane Ext., Opelousas

Wed.-Sat. Post time 5:40 p.m.

Come out and enjoy this fast-paced competition in the 1st entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing and casino gaming. [Event Website]

Wildlife Hike

by: LCVC

5400 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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: LCVC

Bouligny 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.

Annual Avec souci Garden Tour

by: Avec Souci

5 Lafayette Gardens

5:00pm

Admission: $15 in advance, $20 day

The gardening season kicks off with the 25th annual Avec Souci Garden Tour on Sunday, April 22nd, 2012 from 1 5 pm. Lafayette Gardens featured on the tour are: Mrs. Robert Trahan - 333 Wentworth Boulevard; Ray Menard and Carlton Smith - 522 St. Thomas Street; Mary and Dennis Smith - 142 Heartwood Circle; Sally and John Block 929 Marilyn Drive; Renee and Herbert Schilling - 217 Parkview Drive. Admission to all five gardens requires a $15 ticket purchased in advance or $20 on day of the t… [Event Website]