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Thursday, May 30, 2013
Cajun Heartland State Fair
by: Cal EditorCajundome
5:00pm-11:00pm
Admission: $25
The Cajun Heartland State Fair is an eleven day state fair produced by North American Midway Entertainment and the CAJUNDOME staff offering an exciting entertainment line-up and discount ride offerings that attract over 175,000.
The 25th Annual Cajun Heartland State Fair scheduled May 23 - June 2, 2013 will provide the best in family entertainment for children of all ages. North American Midway Entertainment will have numerous super rides such as the giant Ferris wheel, Crazy Mouse and the Mega Drop! Games, f…
[Event Website]
Iberia Performing Arts League Presents, "See How They Run"
by: LCVCEssanee Theatre, 126 Iberia St, New Iberia
7:30 p.m., Thurs-Sat; 3 p.m. Sun matinee
Admission: Yes
Live theatre productionHow to Manage Your Online Reputation:Reputation Management
by: Cal EditorLITE Center, 537 Cajundome Blvd., Ste. 211
3:30pm-4:30pm
Admission: $35, $60, $75
For many businesses the web experience, social media like Facebook, Twitter and customer reviews are a big mystery! The Better Business Bureau of Acadiana is here to assist. They are offering a three-part social media learning series titled, How to Manage Your Online reputation for businesses in Acadiana. The three sessions, titled Knowing the Landscape of Social Media, Where is Your Online Presence, and Reputation Management, will be held May 2, 16 and 30, respectively, at Louisiana Immersive Technolo… [Event Website]05/30/2013 - Ribbon Cutting: Lafayette Schools Credit Union
by: Chamber of CommerceRibbon Cutting: Lafayette Schools Federal Credit Union [Event Website]
Survival Bracelets with Skip
by: Cal EditorSugar Mill Pond, 101 Waterview Road, Youngsville
6:00pm
Admission: $10
For this special knot class, Skip, will show you how to make a paracord survival bracelet - this will be a hands on course with lots of time to practice. We will provide the materials and instruction so that you can make and take home your very own survival bracelet.… [Event Website]Survival Bracelets with Skip
by: Cal EditorPack & Paddle, 601 E. Pinhook Road
6:00pm
Admission: $10
For this special knot class, Skip, will show you how to make a paracord survival bracelet - this will be a hands on course with lots of time to practice. We will provide the materials and instruction so that you can make and take home your very own survival bracelet.… [Event Website]Drawing Essentials
by: Cal EditorLafayette Art Association & Gallery, 1008 East St Mary Blvd
5:00pm-7:00pm
Admission:
The former director of ULs art museum, Bryan LaFaye, will help those wanting to learn, Drawing Essentials. This workshop will be held on 3 consecutive Thursdays, May 23rd thru June 6th from 5 to 7pm. Call the Lafayette Art Association for more information: 337-269-0363 or go online: www.lafayetteart.org.… [Event Website]Acadiana Cane Cutters Baseball
by: LCVCFabacher Field, 221 La Neuville Rd., Youngsville
7 p.m.
Admission: See website for ticket p
The Acadiana Cane Cutters of the Texas Collegiate League are a collegiate summer baseball team based in Lafayette. [Event Website]The Viatones @ Saint Street Inn
by: Cal EditorSaint Street Inn, 407 Brooke Ave.
7:00pm
Admission: Free
Enjoy delicious delicacies and sweet tones via the Viatones at Saint Street Inn Thursday, May 30. Fine diving at its finest.
[Event Website]
Quilters Guild Acadienne
by: Cal EditorNorthwood Methodist Church, 4530 Moss St.
9:30am-6:00pm
Admission: Free
The Quilters Guild Acadienne meets May 30, 2013, Northwood Methodist Church, at 9:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Speaker, Stacy Michell, Shades Textiles, Atlanta will make a presentation and then hold workshops on May 31 and June 1 featuring Hawaiian style dyed fabrics. Workshop space is available to public. For more information call Jonelle at 337-981-1209. … [Event Website]Drawing Essentials
by: LCVC1008 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette, LA 70503
5-7p.m.
Admission: Members: $105; Non-membe
Bryan LaFaye is the former ULL art museum director & will teach drawing essentials. The classes are held on 3 consecutive Thursday's.IPL ''See How They Run''
by: Cal EditorEssanee Theater, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia
7:30pm
Admission: $10
Iberia Performing Arts League will present See How They Run by Philip King as its season finale of the 2012-13 season. An adult British farce, the showopens at IPALs ESSANEE Theater in New Iberia on Thursday, May 30, 2013 and plays for two weekends, closing on Sunday, June 9, 2013. Curtain is at 7:30 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and 3:00 PM on Sunday afternoons. Tickets are $10 and may be obtained at Delaunes Pharmacy, Pauls Flowers, Accentrics on Main Street or by calling the theater at 364-6114 and leaving a name and phone number. For questions or additional information contact Vincent P. Barras at 519-0865, call the theater at 364-6114, or e-mailipal@cox.net.Intermediate Cajun Dance Class @ Cite des Arts
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Wednesday, May 29, 2013 to Wednesday, June 26, 2013. [Event Website]
Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions
by: Cal EditorLafayette Economic Development Authority, 211 E. Devalcourt St.
Southern Screen is now accepting submissions from southern filmmakers for the upcoming film festival that is scheduled for November 14-17 this year. Please submit if you are a southern filmmaker or if you have a film about the south. Film submissions will be accepted for all types of films including student film, short film, documentaries, features, animation and music videos.
Interested filmmakers can download a submission form by visiting the submissions page of SouthernScreen.org. The submission for…
[Event Website]
Summer Camps for Kids
by: LCVC101 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!Les Courdre Points Quilting Circle
by: LCVCNuNu'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]Cajun Jam Sessions
by: LCVCSavoy Music Center, 4413 Hwy. 190, Eunice
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Admission: Free
Pure enjoyment of Cajun music with the Savoy family. Participate with your own instrument, watch or supply some boudin and craklins. Join in the fun! [Event Website]Eunice Farmers Market
by: LCVCCorner 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]GLC Farmers Market
by: LCVCGLC Meat Market, 211 North Main Street, Loreauville, LA 70552
1:30--5:30 p.m.
Admission: No
Local farmers selling produce, plants, honey, homemade pies or any item grown locally. Grass-fed beef, pork and lamb are also available at the meat market during this time.Opelousas Farmers Market
by: LCVC828 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]ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium
by: LCVC5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a
Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]
Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedAcadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]2nd Saturday ArtWalk
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedDowntown Lafayette
From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]Cajun Cooking Show and Meal
by: LCVCFEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583
2 hours
Admission: $30 per person
Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.The Modern Universe
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]
The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [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!!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, May 31, 2013
Cajun Heartland State Fair
by: Cal EditorCajundome
5:00pm-11:00pm
Admission: $25
The Cajun Heartland State Fair is an eleven day state fair produced by North American Midway Entertainment and the CAJUNDOME staff offering an exciting entertainment line-up and discount ride offerings that attract over 175,000.
The 25th Annual Cajun Heartland State Fair scheduled May 23 - June 2, 2013 will provide the best in family entertainment for children of all ages. North American Midway Entertainment will have numerous super rides such as the giant Ferris wheel, Crazy Mouse and the Mega Drop! Games, f…
[Event Website]
Generationals with LillyBrave at Downtown Alive!
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFriday, May 31, 2013 from 05:30 PM to . [Event Website]
Lafayette Friday Afternoon French Table
by: Cal EditorJohnston 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.Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
10:00 AM
Encourage your child to Dig Into Reading this summer with the Lafayette Public Library’s Summer Reading Program. Children (and adults and teens, too*) can win prizes for reading and enjoy a full lineup of free entertaining and educational activities. Register online at LafayettePublicLibrary.org or at any of our branch libraries starting May 20.SUMMER KICKOFF CELEBRATIONFriday, May 31 10:00 am – 3:00 pmSouth Regional LibraryInternationally known for her spicy style, Johnette Downing’s mo… [Event Website]IPL ''See How They Run''
by: Cal EditorEssanee Theater, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia
7:30pm
Admission: $10
Iberia Performing Arts League will present See How They Run by Philip King as its season finale of the 2012-13 season. An adult British farce, the showopens at IPALs ESSANEE Theater in New Iberia on Thursday, May 30, 2013 and plays for two weekends, closing on Sunday, June 9, 2013. Curtain is at 7:30 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and 3:00 PM on Sunday afternoons. Tickets are $10 and may be obtained at Delaunes Pharmacy, Pauls Flowers, Accentrics on Main Street or by calling the theater at 364-6114 and leaving a name and phone number. For questions or additional information contact Vincent P. Barras at 519-0865, call the theater at 364-6114, or e-mailipal@cox.net.Intermediate Cajun Dance Class @ Cite des Arts
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Wednesday, May 29, 2013 to Wednesday, June 26, 2013. [Event Website]
Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions
by: Cal EditorLafayette Economic Development Authority, 211 E. Devalcourt St.
Southern Screen is now accepting submissions from southern filmmakers for the upcoming film festival that is scheduled for November 14-17 this year. Please submit if you are a southern filmmaker or if you have a film about the south. Film submissions will be accepted for all types of films including student film, short film, documentaries, features, animation and music videos.
Interested filmmakers can download a submission form by visiting the submissions page of SouthernScreen.org. The submission for…
[Event Website]
Summer Camps for Kids
by: LCVC101 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!Les Courdre Points Quilting Circle
by: LCVCNuNu'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]Cajun Jam Sessions
by: LCVCSavoy Music Center, 4413 Hwy. 190, Eunice
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Admission: Free
Pure enjoyment of Cajun music with the Savoy family. Participate with your own instrument, watch or supply some boudin and craklins. Join in the fun! [Event Website]Eunice Farmers Market
by: LCVCCorner 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]GLC Farmers Market
by: LCVCGLC Meat Market, 211 North Main Street, Loreauville, LA 70552
1:30--5:30 p.m.
Admission: No
Local farmers selling produce, plants, honey, homemade pies or any item grown locally. Grass-fed beef, pork and lamb are also available at the meat market during this time.Opelousas Farmers Market
by: LCVC828 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]ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium
by: LCVC5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a
Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]
Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedAcadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]2nd Saturday ArtWalk
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedDowntown Lafayette
From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]Cajun Cooking Show and Meal
by: LCVCFEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583
2 hours
Admission: $30 per person
Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.The Modern Universe
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]
The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [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!!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, Jun 1, 2013
Cajun Heartland State Fair
by: Cal EditorCajundome
5:00pm-11:00pm
Admission: $25
The Cajun Heartland State Fair is an eleven day state fair produced by North American Midway Entertainment and the CAJUNDOME staff offering an exciting entertainment line-up and discount ride offerings that attract over 175,000.
The 25th Annual Cajun Heartland State Fair scheduled May 23 - June 2, 2013 will provide the best in family entertainment for children of all ages. North American Midway Entertainment will have numerous super rides such as the giant Ferris wheel, Crazy Mouse and the Mega Drop! Games, f…
[Event Website]
Mommy and Me classes
by: Play and Learn with me811 Alberstons parkway
Admission: 165
Summer session begins June 1st. Registration fee is $40 per family. 12 week session is $165. Each class is a fun and exciting educationally based environment for you and your child. Playing and learning teaches children how to interact with other children. It also helps them in developing socially and increases their motor skills. Preschool components are incorporated into each class. Your little ones will get to "explore" several different learning stations at their own pace.Family Fun Day
by: LCVCTown Hall, 224 East Railroad Avenue, Palmetto
8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Join in on the fun! There will be plenty of food, music and other fun activities for the whole family. Enter in the raffle drawing for your chance to win great prizes. Vendor booths are available.Cajun Jam
by: Cal EditorVermilionville, 300 Fisher Road
1:00pm-3:30pm
Admission: Free
Join Vermilionville for their weekly Cajun Jam led by some of the areas finest musicians. The free jam is held in the Performance Center of Vermilionville and is open to all skill levels-beginner to professional. Free admission is for jam only and does not include entry to the park. For more info on the jam host visit the events calendar at vermilionville.org. Special thanks to the Cajun French Music Association for sponsoring our weekly jams!… [Event Website]Edible Plant Walk with Dr. Allen
by: Cal EditorPack & Paddle, 601 E. Pinhook Road
6:45am
Admission: $45
This is your chance to walk around with the author of Edible Plants of the Gulf South (Dr. Charles M. Allen) and see and learn edible plants firsthand. The walk will be leisurely and about a total of one mile all on trails. When we return to the house, tables full of plants will also be spread out for you to look at, learn about, taste test, etc. There will also be tea tasting with at least eight different homemade wild collected plant teas for you to sip including blackberry tip, New Jersey, red cl… [Event Website]Faith House Garage Sale
by: Faith HouseCajun Field- Lafayette, La
Admission: $0
Faith House is hosting a community wide garage sale to be held June 1, 2013 at Cajun Field from 6:00 am to 1:00 pm. Simply load up your car with any items to sell, come to Cajun Field and rent one parking spot for $20.00 or 2 parking spots for $35. Concessions will be sold.For more information call Faith House at 337-267-9422.… [Event Website]Movies in the Parc - Despicable Me
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedSaturday, June 01, 2013 from 06:00 PM to . [Event Website]
Free Cancer Screening
by: Cal EditorLafayette Community Health Care Center, 1317 Jefferson St
9:00am-11:45am
Admission: Free
The Lafayette Community Health Care Center is holding a free skin cancer screening in June, which is open to all on a first come-first serve bases. RSVP to acadianaskin@gmail.com by May 30 to attend.
Let's Help The Animal
by: Cal Editor113 Rue Fontaine
10:00am-12:00pm
Admission: Free
Lafayette Animal Aid invites you to a fun morning of children's activities, being able to get your dog micro-chipped for $25, and learning ways that you can support a wonderful "no-kill" shelter that belongs to our community.
[Event Website]
Frog Capital Classic Car and Hot Rod Show
by: Cal EditorRayne Frog Festival Pavilion, Rayne
Admission: $25
The Rayne Frog Association presents the Frog Capital Classic Car and Hot Rod Show, June 1st and 2nd, 2013 at the Rayne Frog Festival pavilion. Awards will be given for Best of Show, Best Engine, Best Interior, Best Paint, Mayors Choice, Sponsors Choice, and Top 50. $25 admission entry per car and FREE entry for spectators. This family friendly event includes music, concessions, fun-jumps, and face painting. Camp sites are also available for the weekend for only $20 per night. All proceeds from the event will benefit Healing House; Hope for Grieving Children and over 130 local Acadiana children that have experienced the death of their parent or sibling. Healing House; Hope for Grieving Children provides an atmosphere that allows children ages 4 to 18 to express their grief through interactive play, expressive art work and discussion groups with peers experiencing the same trauma. All services provided by the Healing House are free of charge and run by volunteers. To register for the Car Show or for more information, call 337-334-3585.IBEX @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, June 01, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
IPL ''See How They Run''
by: Cal EditorEssanee Theater, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia
7:30pm
Admission: $10
Iberia Performing Arts League will present See How They Run by Philip King as its season finale of the 2012-13 season. An adult British farce, the showopens at IPALs ESSANEE Theater in New Iberia on Thursday, May 30, 2013 and plays for two weekends, closing on Sunday, June 9, 2013. Curtain is at 7:30 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and 3:00 PM on Sunday afternoons. Tickets are $10 and may be obtained at Delaunes Pharmacy, Pauls Flowers, Accentrics on Main Street or by calling the theater at 364-6114 and leaving a name and phone number. For questions or additional information contact Vincent P. Barras at 519-0865, call the theater at 364-6114, or e-mailipal@cox.net.Intermediate Cajun Dance Class @ Cite des Arts
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Wednesday, May 29, 2013 to Wednesday, June 26, 2013. [Event Website]
The New Art of the Loom: International Contemporary Tapestries
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
The Hilliard University Art Museum is pleased to announce its featured summer exhibit The New Art of the Loom: International Contemporary Tapestries. The exhibit is curated by Dirk Holger of the Aubusson Tapestry School. Holger was the last assistant to Jean Lurat. The New Art of the Loom reveals the woven dreams of artists from 18 countries who combine the ancient craft of weaving with artistic expressions of today, resulting in a display of visually captivating and thought-provoking murals. The exhibi… [Event Website]Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Folk Art from the Permanent Collection
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
Common to most artists whose work is labeled Folk Art, is a lack of academic instruction in visual art and art history, a tendency to use found objects, a drive and intent to create objects for personal pleasure rather than marketability and a process tied to personal satisfaction rather than tradition or technical knowledge. This exhibition will highlight the many diverse objects and artists in UAMs collection which collectively fall under the rubric of Folk Art.… [Event Website]Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions
by: Cal EditorLafayette Economic Development Authority, 211 E. Devalcourt St.
Southern Screen is now accepting submissions from southern filmmakers for the upcoming film festival that is scheduled for November 14-17 this year. Please submit if you are a southern filmmaker or if you have a film about the south. Film submissions will be accepted for all types of films including student film, short film, documentaries, features, animation and music videos.
Interested filmmakers can download a submission form by visiting the submissions page of SouthernScreen.org. The submission for…
[Event Website]
Summer Camps for Kids
by: LCVC101 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!Gumbo: Connecting Community & Collections
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
The exhibition will engage people from all walks of life in Acadiana in the process of selecting artwork from the Hilliards permanent collection. Individuals will be selected from the university and the community and asked to select a particular object from the collection. They will also be asked to express in a written statement why they are interested in their selection.… [Event Website]Les Courdre Points Quilting Circle
by: LCVCNuNu'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]Cajun Jam Sessions
by: LCVCSavoy Music Center, 4413 Hwy. 190, Eunice
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Admission: Free
Pure enjoyment of Cajun music with the Savoy family. Participate with your own instrument, watch or supply some boudin and craklins. Join in the fun! [Event Website]Eunice Farmers Market
by: LCVCCorner 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]GLC Farmers Market
by: LCVCGLC Meat Market, 211 North Main Street, Loreauville, LA 70552
1:30--5:30 p.m.
Admission: No
Local farmers selling produce, plants, honey, homemade pies or any item grown locally. Grass-fed beef, pork and lamb are also available at the meat market during this time.Opelousas Farmers Market
by: LCVC828 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]ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium
by: LCVC5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a
Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]
Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedAcadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]2nd Saturday ArtWalk
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedDowntown Lafayette
From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]Cajun Cooking Show and Meal
by: LCVCFEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583
2 hours
Admission: $30 per person
Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.The Modern Universe
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]
The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [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!!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, Jun 2, 2013
Cajun Heartland State Fair
by: Cal EditorCajundome
5:00pm-11:00pm
Admission: $25
The Cajun Heartland State Fair is an eleven day state fair produced by North American Midway Entertainment and the CAJUNDOME staff offering an exciting entertainment line-up and discount ride offerings that attract over 175,000.
The 25th Annual Cajun Heartland State Fair scheduled May 23 - June 2, 2013 will provide the best in family entertainment for children of all ages. North American Midway Entertainment will have numerous super rides such as the giant Ferris wheel, Crazy Mouse and the Mega Drop! Games, f…
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Cajun Jam
by: Cal EditorVermilionville, 300 Fisher Road
1:00pm-4:00pm
Admission: $5
Dance the afternoon away with Goldman Thibodeaux & The Lawtell Playboys at Vermilionville's weekly Sunday Dance. Refreshments will be available for this smoke-free all ages show at Vermilionville's Performance Center. Visit the calendar of events at vermilionville.org for more information. Bal du dimanche is held every Sunday. $5 admission is for dance only and does not include entry to the park.… [Event Website]Bal du Dimanche with Goldman Thibodeaux & The Lawtell Playboys
by: Cal EditorVermilionville, 300 Fisher Road
1:00pm-4:00pm
Admission: $5
Dance the afternoon away with Goldman Thibodeaux & The Lawtell Playboys at Vermilionville's weekly Sunday Dance. Refreshments will be available for this smoke-free all ages show at Vermilionville's Performance Center. Visit the calendar of events at vermilionville.org for more information. Bal du dimanche is held every Sunday. $5 admission is for dance only and does not include entry to the park.… [Event Website]IPAL ''See How They Run''
by: Cal EditorEssanee Theater, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia
3:00pm
Admission: $10
Iberia Performing Arts League will present See How They Run by Philip King as its season finale of the 2012-13 season. An adult British farce, the showopens at IPALs ESSANEE Theater in New Iberia on Thursday, May 30, 2013 and plays for two weekends, closing on Sunday, June 9, 2013. Curtain is at 7:30 on Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings and 3:00 PM on Sunday afternoons. Tickets are $10 and may be obtained at Delaunes Pharmacy, Pauls Flowers, Accentrics on Main Street or by calling the theater at 364-6114 and leaving a name and phone number. For questions or additional information contact Vincent P. Barras at 519-0865, call the theater at 364-6114, or e-mailipal@cox.net.Frog Capital Classic Car and Hot Rod Show
by: Cal EditorRayne Frog Festival Pavilion, Rayne
Admission: $25
The Rayne Frog Association presents the Frog Capital Classic Car and Hot Rod Show, June 1st and 2nd, 2013 at the Rayne Frog Festival pavilion. Awards will be given for Best of Show, Best Engine, Best Interior, Best Paint, Mayors Choice, Sponsors Choice, and Top 50. $25 admission entry per car and FREE entry for spectators. This family friendly event includes music, concessions, fun-jumps, and face painting. Camp sites are also available for the weekend for only $20 per night. All proceeds from the event will benefit Healing House; Hope for Grieving Children and over 130 local Acadiana children that have experienced the death of their parent or sibling. Healing House; Hope for Grieving Children provides an atmosphere that allows children ages 4 to 18 to express their grief through interactive play, expressive art work and discussion groups with peers experiencing the same trauma. All services provided by the Healing House are free of charge and run by volunteers. To register for the Car Show or for more information, call 337-334-3585.IBEX @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, June 01, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
Intermediate Cajun Dance Class @ Cite des Arts
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Wednesday, May 29, 2013 to Wednesday, June 26, 2013. [Event Website]
The New Art of the Loom: International Contemporary Tapestries
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
The Hilliard University Art Museum is pleased to announce its featured summer exhibit The New Art of the Loom: International Contemporary Tapestries. The exhibit is curated by Dirk Holger of the Aubusson Tapestry School. Holger was the last assistant to Jean Lurat. The New Art of the Loom reveals the woven dreams of artists from 18 countries who combine the ancient craft of weaving with artistic expressions of today, resulting in a display of visually captivating and thought-provoking murals. The exhibi… [Event Website]Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Folk Art from the Permanent Collection
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
Common to most artists whose work is labeled Folk Art, is a lack of academic instruction in visual art and art history, a tendency to use found objects, a drive and intent to create objects for personal pleasure rather than marketability and a process tied to personal satisfaction rather than tradition or technical knowledge. This exhibition will highlight the many diverse objects and artists in UAMs collection which collectively fall under the rubric of Folk Art.… [Event Website]Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions
by: Cal EditorLafayette Economic Development Authority, 211 E. Devalcourt St.
Southern Screen is now accepting submissions from southern filmmakers for the upcoming film festival that is scheduled for November 14-17 this year. Please submit if you are a southern filmmaker or if you have a film about the south. Film submissions will be accepted for all types of films including student film, short film, documentaries, features, animation and music videos.
Interested filmmakers can download a submission form by visiting the submissions page of SouthernScreen.org. The submission for…
[Event Website]
Summer Camps for Kids
by: LCVC101 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!Gumbo: Connecting Community & Collections
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
The exhibition will engage people from all walks of life in Acadiana in the process of selecting artwork from the Hilliards permanent collection. Individuals will be selected from the university and the community and asked to select a particular object from the collection. They will also be asked to express in a written statement why they are interested in their selection.… [Event Website]Les Courdre Points Quilting Circle
by: LCVCNuNu'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]Cajun Jam Sessions
by: LCVCSavoy Music Center, 4413 Hwy. 190, Eunice
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Admission: Free
Pure enjoyment of Cajun music with the Savoy family. Participate with your own instrument, watch or supply some boudin and craklins. Join in the fun! [Event Website]Eunice Farmers Market
by: LCVCCorner 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]GLC Farmers Market
by: LCVCGLC Meat Market, 211 North Main Street, Loreauville, LA 70552
1:30--5:30 p.m.
Admission: No
Local farmers selling produce, plants, honey, homemade pies or any item grown locally. Grass-fed beef, pork and lamb are also available at the meat market during this time.Opelousas Farmers Market
by: LCVC828 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]ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium
by: LCVC5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a
Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]
Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedAcadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]2nd Saturday ArtWalk
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedDowntown Lafayette
From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]Cajun Cooking Show and Meal
by: LCVCFEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583
2 hours
Admission: $30 per person
Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.The Modern Universe
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]
The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [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!!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, Jun 3, 2013
New Volunteer Training
by: CASA of SoLA1819 W. Pinhook Rd, Suite 101, Lafayette, LA 70508
5:30pm-8:30pm
Admission: Free
Court Appointed Special Advocates are community volunteers from all walks of life who stand up for foster children, advocating for their best interest insuring that all of their needs are being met. CASA of SoLA serves Acadia, Lafayette and Vermilion Parishes. Everything our volunteers need to know, they learn during training. … [Event Website]Duson Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryDuson Branch
9:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]Scott Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryScott Branch
11:00 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]BASIC COMPUTING: Free Computer Class
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
1:00 PM
No prerequisite.Material covered: Basic computer components and architecture; use of the mouse and keyboard; instruction on working with windows, toolbar, and command menus; running multiple Windows applications; and more. Sign-up begins Tuesday, May 28 at 9:00 AM. Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]Popcorn Theater
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
2:00 PM
Monday, June 3 2:00-4:00 pmCity of Ember(2008) 90 min Rated PGFor generations, the City of Ember flourished, until its powerful generator started failing.Monday, June 24 2:00-4:00 pmAntz(1998) 83 min Rated PGA rather neurotic ant tries to break from his totalitarian society while trying to win the affection of a princess.Monday, July 1 2:00-4:00 pmDespicable Me(2010) 95 min Rated PGA criminal mastermind uses three orphans as pawns for a grand scheme, then finds their love is changing him for the better.Monday, July… [Event Website]Family Movie Matinees
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
2:30 PM
For all ages! Join us at the North Regional Library for Family Movie Matinees! Monday, June 3 2:30 pmAntz(1998) 83 min Rated PGA rather neurotic ant tries to break from his totalitariansociety while trying to win the affection of a princess.Monday, June 10 2:30 pmThe Land Before Time(1988) 73 min Rated GAn enchanting animated family adventure that follows thejourney of five young dinosaurs and their quest to reach‘The Great Valley.’Monday, June 17 2:30 pmJames and the Giant Peach(1996) 80 min … [Event Website]Faith House Summer Program
by: Cal EditorGatti's Pizza, 1325 Heather Drive, Opelousas
9:00am-12:00pm
Admission: $5
Faith House presents A FREE, three-day program for teen girls to hang out, play games and win prizes while learning about healthy and abusive relationships. Financial assistance with lunch is available upon request. Call Meagan or Angelle to register at … [Event Website]Faith House Summer Program
by: Cal EditorGatti's Pizza, 4533 Johnston Street, Suite A
9:00am-12:00pm
Admission: $5
Faith House presents A FREE, three-day program for teen girls to hang out, play games and win prizes while learning about healthy and abusive relationships. Financial assistance with lunch is available upon request. Call Meagan or Angelle to register at … [Event Website]Fine Arts Summer Camp
by: Cal EditorCite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.
8:30am-3:00pm
Admission: $225
This summer Mr. Jason will offer a 1 week Fine Arts Summer Camp at Cite Des Arts the first week of June 3rd -7th (ages 5 and up). This Camp will provide children with fun, engaging, music-centered curriculum. Daily campers will be given individual and group instruction in dance, piano, voice, improvisation, storytelling, visual arts and guitar. Each day a special guest, who is a professional musician will give a performance, and then answer questions from the students. Total Cos… [Event Website]Blue Ribbon Summer Camp
by: Cal EditorSacred Heart Grand Coteau, 1821 Academy Rd, Grand Coteau
9:00am-3:00pm
The 31st annual Blue Ribbon Camp at Schools of the Sacred Heart Grand Coteau welcomes boys and girls ages pre-school (4 and 5 years old) to 8th grade to enjoy this fun and enriching summer camp experience. Blue Ribbon Camp will take place during four sessions in June 2013 from 9 am to 3 pm: June 3-7, June 10-14, June 17-21, and June 24-28. Spots in these four one-week sessions are still open and promise campers a positive, happy, active time with exciting activities like basketball, canoeing, horseback and o… [Event Website]World Premieres: A New Play Workshop
by: Cal EditorTheatre 810, 810 Jefferson St.
1:00pm-3:00pm
Admission: $100
Everyone has a story to tell! World Premieres will help your child take that story from the page to stage. During the two-week workshop, your child will create an original piece for theater. They will use the basics of writing to share their ideas in a short play. After the workshop, professional actors will bring their stories to life on stage. World Premieres allows students to explore new ideas, express themselves, and see their ideas performed in front of an audience. This workshop will enhance literacy… [Event Website]Body, Voice, and Imagination: The Essential Actor's Tools
by: Cal EditorTheatre 810, 810 Jefferson St.
3:30pm-5:00pm
Admission: $100
Why sit on the couch watching the tube all summer when you can get up, get out, and create your own drama?! Through movement and character development, you will acquire the skills to hold your own on stage. Students will perform a monologue and learn how to create believable relationships on stage. Whether youre a novice actor or you play with the professionals, this workshop is for you. Its open to ages 8-18 and will be taught by Sarah Gauthier and Katie Slattery Lamson, both local performers and teach… [Event Website]IBEX @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, June 01, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
Intermediate Cajun Dance Class @ Cite des Arts
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Wednesday, May 29, 2013 to Wednesday, June 26, 2013. [Event Website]
The New Art of the Loom: International Contemporary Tapestries
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
The Hilliard University Art Museum is pleased to announce its featured summer exhibit The New Art of the Loom: International Contemporary Tapestries. The exhibit is curated by Dirk Holger of the Aubusson Tapestry School. Holger was the last assistant to Jean Lurat. The New Art of the Loom reveals the woven dreams of artists from 18 countries who combine the ancient craft of weaving with artistic expressions of today, resulting in a display of visually captivating and thought-provoking murals. The exhibi… [Event Website]Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Folk Art from the Permanent Collection
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
Common to most artists whose work is labeled Folk Art, is a lack of academic instruction in visual art and art history, a tendency to use found objects, a drive and intent to create objects for personal pleasure rather than marketability and a process tied to personal satisfaction rather than tradition or technical knowledge. This exhibition will highlight the many diverse objects and artists in UAMs collection which collectively fall under the rubric of Folk Art.… [Event Website]Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions
by: Cal EditorLafayette Economic Development Authority, 211 E. Devalcourt St.
Southern Screen is now accepting submissions from southern filmmakers for the upcoming film festival that is scheduled for November 14-17 this year. Please submit if you are a southern filmmaker or if you have a film about the south. Film submissions will be accepted for all types of films including student film, short film, documentaries, features, animation and music videos.
Interested filmmakers can download a submission form by visiting the submissions page of SouthernScreen.org. The submission for…
[Event Website]
Summer Camps for Kids
by: LCVC101 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!Gumbo: Connecting Community & Collections
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
The exhibition will engage people from all walks of life in Acadiana in the process of selecting artwork from the Hilliards permanent collection. Individuals will be selected from the university and the community and asked to select a particular object from the collection. They will also be asked to express in a written statement why they are interested in their selection.… [Event Website]Les Courdre Points Quilting Circle
by: LCVCNuNu'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]Cajun Jam Sessions
by: LCVCSavoy Music Center, 4413 Hwy. 190, Eunice
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Admission: Free
Pure enjoyment of Cajun music with the Savoy family. Participate with your own instrument, watch or supply some boudin and craklins. Join in the fun! [Event Website]Eunice Farmers Market
by: LCVCCorner 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]GLC Farmers Market
by: LCVCGLC Meat Market, 211 North Main Street, Loreauville, LA 70552
1:30--5:30 p.m.
Admission: No
Local farmers selling produce, plants, honey, homemade pies or any item grown locally. Grass-fed beef, pork and lamb are also available at the meat market during this time.Opelousas Farmers Market
by: LCVC828 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]ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium
by: LCVC5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a
Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]
Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedAcadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]2nd Saturday ArtWalk
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedDowntown Lafayette
From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]Cajun Cooking Show and Meal
by: LCVCFEZZO'S RESTAURANT, Exit #97 - Scott Frontage Road, 70583
2 hours
Admission: $30 per person
Cajun Cooking Show and Meal. Groups of 25 or more. Reservations Only.The Modern Universe
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Sunday, June 03, 2012 to Monday, June 03, 2013. [Event Website]
The Modern Universe @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Sunday, April 01, 2012 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [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!!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, Jun 4, 2013
Family Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
9:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]BASIC COMPUTING: Free Computer Class
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
9:30 AM
No prerequisite.Material covered: Basic computer components and architecture; use of the mouse and keyboard; instruction on working with windows, toolbar, and command menus; running multiple Windows applications; and more. Online, walk-in, and telephone sign-up begins Monday, May 20 at 9:00 AM. Call 896-6323 for more information.… [Event Website]Broussard Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryBroussard Branch
10:00 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]Story Castle
by: Lafayette Public LibraryJefferson St Library
10:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]Family Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
10:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]Story Castle
by: Lafayette Public LibraryJefferson St Library
2:00 PM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]Moving Tale Presentation: The Peddler and the Impossible Dream
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
2:00 PM
This interactive storytelling adventure reminds you to believe in your dreams and know that ‘Nothing is Impossible!’ Kids will decorate a treasure chest to take home. Registration is required. Participants can register online or by calling the library.North Regional Tuesday, June 4 2:00 pm 896-6323Registration begins Tuesday, May 21.… [Event Website]Faith House Summer Program
by: Cal EditorGatti's Pizza, 1325 Heather Drive, Opelousas
9:00am-12:00pm
Admission: $5
Faith House presents A FREE, three-day program for teen girls to hang out, play games and win prizes while learning about healthy and abusive relationships. Financial assistance with lunch is available upon request. Call Meagan or Angelle to register at … [Event Website]Faith House Summer Program
by: Cal EditorGatti's Pizza, 4533 Johnston Street, Suite A
9:00am-12:00pm
Admission: $5
Faith House presents A FREE, three-day program for teen girls to hang out, play games and win prizes while learning about healthy and abusive relationships. Financial assistance with lunch is available upon request. Call Meagan or Angelle to register at … [Event Website]Fine Arts Summer Camp
by: Cal EditorCite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.
8:30am-3:00pm
Admission: $225
This summer Mr. Jason will offer a 1 week Fine Arts Summer Camp at Cite Des Arts the first week of June 3rd -7th (ages 5 and up). This Camp will provide children with fun, engaging, music-centered curriculum. Daily campers will be given individual and group instruction in dance, piano, voice, improvisation, storytelling, visual arts and guitar. Each day a special guest, who is a professional musician will give a performance, and then answer questions from the students. Total Cos… [Event Website]Blue Ribbon Summer Camp
by: Cal EditorSacred Heart Grand Coteau, 1821 Academy Rd, Grand Coteau
9:00am-3:00pm
The 31st annual Blue Ribbon Camp at Schools of the Sacred Heart Grand Coteau welcomes boys and girls ages pre-school (4 and 5 years old) to 8th grade to enjoy this fun and enriching summer camp experience. Blue Ribbon Camp will take place during four sessions in June 2013 from 9 am to 3 pm: June 3-7, June 10-14, June 17-21, and June 24-28. Spots in these four one-week sessions are still open and promise campers a positive, happy, active time with exciting activities like basketball, canoeing, horseback and o… [Event Website]World Premieres: A New Play Workshop
by: Cal EditorTheatre 810, 810 Jefferson St.
1:00pm-3:00pm
Admission: $100
Everyone has a story to tell! World Premieres will help your child take that story from the page to stage. During the two-week workshop, your child will create an original piece for theater. They will use the basics of writing to share their ideas in a short play. After the workshop, professional actors will bring their stories to life on stage. World Premieres allows students to explore new ideas, express themselves, and see their ideas performed in front of an audience. This workshop will enhance literacy… [Event Website]Body, Voice, and Imagination: The Essential Actor's Tools
by: Cal EditorTheatre 810, 810 Jefferson St.
3:30pm-5:00pm
Admission: $100
Why sit on the couch watching the tube all summer when you can get up, get out, and create your own drama?! Through movement and character development, you will acquire the skills to hold your own on stage. Students will perform a monologue and learn how to create believable relationships on stage. Whether youre a novice actor or you play with the professionals, this workshop is for you. Its open to ages 8-18 and will be taught by Sarah Gauthier and Katie Slattery Lamson, both local performers and teach… [Event Website]Space Flight for Kids @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, June 04, 2013 to Tuesday, June 25, 2013. [Event Website]
IBEX @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, June 01, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
Intermediate Cajun Dance Class @ Cite des Arts
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Wednesday, May 29, 2013 to Wednesday, June 26, 2013. [Event Website]
The New Art of the Loom: International Contemporary Tapestries
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
The Hilliard University Art Museum is pleased to announce its featured summer exhibit The New Art of the Loom: International Contemporary Tapestries. The exhibit is curated by Dirk Holger of the Aubusson Tapestry School. Holger was the last assistant to Jean Lurat. The New Art of the Loom reveals the woven dreams of artists from 18 countries who combine the ancient craft of weaving with artistic expressions of today, resulting in a display of visually captivating and thought-provoking murals. The exhibi… [Event Website]Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Folk Art from the Permanent Collection
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
Common to most artists whose work is labeled Folk Art, is a lack of academic instruction in visual art and art history, a tendency to use found objects, a drive and intent to create objects for personal pleasure rather than marketability and a process tied to personal satisfaction rather than tradition or technical knowledge. This exhibition will highlight the many diverse objects and artists in UAMs collection which collectively fall under the rubric of Folk Art.… [Event Website]Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions
by: Cal EditorLafayette Economic Development Authority, 211 E. Devalcourt St.
Southern Screen is now accepting submissions from southern filmmakers for the upcoming film festival that is scheduled for November 14-17 this year. Please submit if you are a southern filmmaker or if you have a film about the south. Film submissions will be accepted for all types of films including student film, short film, documentaries, features, animation and music videos.
Interested filmmakers can download a submission form by visiting the submissions page of SouthernScreen.org. The submission for…
[Event Website]
Summer Camps for Kids
by: LCVC101 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!Gumbo: Connecting Community & Collections
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
The exhibition will engage people from all walks of life in Acadiana in the process of selecting artwork from the Hilliards permanent collection. Individuals will be selected from the university and the community and asked to select a particular object from the collection. They will also be asked to express in a written statement why they are interested in their selection.… [Event Website]Les Courdre Points Quilting Circle
by: LCVCNuNu'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]Cajun Jam Sessions
by: LCVCSavoy Music Center, 4413 Hwy. 190, Eunice
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Admission: Free
Pure enjoyment of Cajun music with the Savoy family. Participate with your own instrument, watch or supply some boudin and craklins. Join in the fun! [Event Website]Eunice Farmers Market
by: LCVCCorner 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]GLC Farmers Market
by: LCVCGLC Meat Market, 211 North Main Street, Loreauville, LA 70552
1:30--5:30 p.m.
Admission: No
Local farmers selling produce, plants, honey, homemade pies or any item grown locally. Grass-fed beef, pork and lamb are also available at the meat market during this time.Opelousas Farmers Market
by: LCVC828 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]ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium
by: LCVC5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a
Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]
Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedAcadiana Center for the Arts, 101 W. Vermilion Road
From Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]2nd Saturday ArtWalk
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedDowntown Lafayette
From Saturday, January 12, 2013 to Saturday, January 11, 2014. [Event Website]Cajun Cooking Show and Meal
by: LCVCFEZZO'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.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!!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]Wednesday, Jun 5, 2013
New Volunteer Training
by: CASA of SoLA1819 W. Pinhook Rd, Suite 101, Lafayette, LA 70508
5:30pm-8:30pm
Admission: Free
Court Appointed Special Advocates are community volunteers from all walks of life who stand up for foster children, advocating for their best interest insuring that all of their needs are being met. CASA of SoLA serves Acadia, Lafayette and Vermilion Parishes. Everything our volunteers need to know, they learn during training. … [Event Website]Family Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
9:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]North Regional Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
10:00 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]Story Castle
by: Lafayette Public LibraryJefferson St Library
10:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]Family Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
10:30 AM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]BASIC COMPUTING: Free Computer Class
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
1:00 PM
No prerequisite.Material covered: Basic computer components and architecture; use of the mouse and keyboard; instruction on working with windows, toolbar, and command menus; running multiple Windows applications; and more. Sign-up begins Tuesday, May 28 at 9:00 AM. Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]History & Conservation of New Orlean's St. Louis Cemeteries
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
1:00 PM
Daniel Hammer from the Williams Research Center in New Orleans will discuss the history and architecture of the Big Easy’s oldest and most iconic cemeteries, which date back as early as 1788. These important monuments to New Orleans’ history and culture are threatened, due to exposure, vandalism and overuse. This talk will touch on the conservation of these cemeteries and the outlook for their future.Saturday, June 5 1:00-2:00 pmSouth Regional Library Auditorium 981-1028… [Event Website]Story Castle
by: Lafayette Public LibraryJefferson St Library
2:00 PM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]North Regional Story Time
by: Lafayette Public LibraryNorth Regional Library
2:00 PM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]Bedtime Stories
by: Lafayette Public LibrarySouth Regional Library
6:00 PM
Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. [Event Website]Hands-On Kayak Fishing Class - Saltwater Edition
by: Cal EditorPack & Paddle, 601 E. Pinhook Road
6:00pm
Admission: $95
This on-the-water seminar will give you a real world introduction to the exciting sport of Kayak Fishing. We'll begin with launching basics such as where to store gear, tackle, ice chests and rods in your kayak. We'll ready our rods for fishing by covering basic tackle, lures and their presentation that you will learn to use once on the water. We'll cover different kayak hull designs and layouts. The last thing we'll do is to cover how to come up with a game plan for an area considering the prevailing wea… [Event Website]Faith House Summer Program
by: Cal EditorGatti's Pizza, 1325 Heather Drive, Opelousas
9:00am-12:00pm
Admission: $5
Faith House presents A FREE, three-day program for teen girls to hang out, play games and win prizes while learning about healthy and abusive relationships. Financial assistance with lunch is available upon request. Call Meagan or Angelle to register at … [Event Website]Faith House Summer Program
by: Cal EditorGatti's Pizza, 4533 Johnston Street, Suite A
9:00am-12:00pm
Admission: $5
Faith House presents A FREE, three-day program for teen girls to hang out, play games and win prizes while learning about healthy and abusive relationships. Financial assistance with lunch is available upon request. Call Meagan or Angelle to register at … [Event Website]Fine Arts Summer Camp
by: Cal EditorCite' des Arts, 109 Vine St.
8:30am-3:00pm
Admission: $225
This summer Mr. Jason will offer a 1 week Fine Arts Summer Camp at Cite Des Arts the first week of June 3rd -7th (ages 5 and up). This Camp will provide children with fun, engaging, music-centered curriculum. Daily campers will be given individual and group instruction in dance, piano, voice, improvisation, storytelling, visual arts and guitar. Each day a special guest, who is a professional musician will give a performance, and then answer questions from the students. Total Cos… [Event Website]Blue Ribbon Summer Camp
by: Cal EditorSacred Heart Grand Coteau, 1821 Academy Rd, Grand Coteau
9:00am-3:00pm
The 31st annual Blue Ribbon Camp at Schools of the Sacred Heart Grand Coteau welcomes boys and girls ages pre-school (4 and 5 years old) to 8th grade to enjoy this fun and enriching summer camp experience. Blue Ribbon Camp will take place during four sessions in June 2013 from 9 am to 3 pm: June 3-7, June 10-14, June 17-21, and June 24-28. Spots in these four one-week sessions are still open and promise campers a positive, happy, active time with exciting activities like basketball, canoeing, horseback and o… [Event Website]World Premieres: A New Play Workshop
by: Cal EditorTheatre 810, 810 Jefferson St.
1:00pm-3:00pm
Admission: $100
Everyone has a story to tell! World Premieres will help your child take that story from the page to stage. During the two-week workshop, your child will create an original piece for theater. They will use the basics of writing to share their ideas in a short play. After the workshop, professional actors will bring their stories to life on stage. World Premieres allows students to explore new ideas, express themselves, and see their ideas performed in front of an audience. This workshop will enhance literacy… [Event Website]Body, Voice, and Imagination: The Essential Actor's Tools
by: Cal EditorTheatre 810, 810 Jefferson St.
3:30pm-5:00pm
Admission: $100
Why sit on the couch watching the tube all summer when you can get up, get out, and create your own drama?! Through movement and character development, you will acquire the skills to hold your own on stage. Students will perform a monologue and learn how to create believable relationships on stage. Whether youre a novice actor or you play with the professionals, this workshop is for you. Its open to ages 8-18 and will be taught by Sarah Gauthier and Katie Slattery Lamson, both local performers and teach… [Event Website]Space Flight for Kids @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, June 04, 2013 to Tuesday, June 25, 2013. [Event Website]
Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Wednesday, June 05, 2013 to Wednesday, June 26, 2013. [Event Website]
IBEX @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, June 01, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
Intermediate Cajun Dance Class @ Cite des Arts
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Wednesday, May 29, 2013 to Wednesday, June 26, 2013. [Event Website]
The New Art of the Loom: International Contemporary Tapestries
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
The Hilliard University Art Museum is pleased to announce its featured summer exhibit The New Art of the Loom: International Contemporary Tapestries. The exhibit is curated by Dirk Holger of the Aubusson Tapestry School. Holger was the last assistant to Jean Lurat. The New Art of the Loom reveals the woven dreams of artists from 18 countries who combine the ancient craft of weaving with artistic expressions of today, resulting in a display of visually captivating and thought-provoking murals. The exhibi… [Event Website]Lunchtime Sidewalk Astronomy @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Wednesday, June 05, 2013 to Wednesday, August 28, 2013. [Event Website]
Larry Cat in Space @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Folk Art from the Permanent Collection
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
Common to most artists whose work is labeled Folk Art, is a lack of academic instruction in visual art and art history, a tendency to use found objects, a drive and intent to create objects for personal pleasure rather than marketability and a process tied to personal satisfaction rather than tradition or technical knowledge. This exhibition will highlight the many diverse objects and artists in UAMs collection which collectively fall under the rubric of Folk Art.… [Event Website]Dawn of the Space Age @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Saturday, April 06, 2013 to Sunday, June 30, 2013. [Event Website]
The Sky Tonight @ Lafayette Science Museum Planetarium
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Tuesday, April 02, 2013 to Saturday, June 29, 2013. [Event Website]
Southern Screen Now Accepting Film Submissions
by: Cal EditorLafayette Economic Development Authority, 211 E. Devalcourt St.
Southern Screen is now accepting submissions from southern filmmakers for the upcoming film festival that is scheduled for November 14-17 this year. Please submit if you are a southern filmmaker or if you have a film about the south. Film submissions will be accepted for all types of films including student film, short film, documentaries, features, animation and music videos.
Interested filmmakers can download a submission form by visiting the submissions page of SouthernScreen.org. The submission for…
[Event Website]
Summer Camps for Kids
by: LCVC101 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!Gumbo: Connecting Community & Collections
by: Cal EditorHilliard University Art Museum, UL Campus
Admission: Free
The exhibition will engage people from all walks of life in Acadiana in the process of selecting artwork from the Hilliards permanent collection. Individuals will be selected from the university and the community and asked to select a particular object from the collection. They will also be asked to express in a written statement why they are interested in their selection.… [Event Website]Les Courdre Points Quilting Circle
by: LCVCNuNu'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]Cajun Jam Sessions
by: LCVCSavoy Music Center, 4413 Hwy. 190, Eunice
9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Admission: Free
Pure enjoyment of Cajun music with the Savoy family. Participate with your own instrument, watch or supply some boudin and craklins. Join in the fun! [Event Website]Eunice Farmers Market
by: LCVCCorner 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]GLC Farmers Market
by: LCVCGLC Meat Market, 211 North Main Street, Loreauville, LA 70552
1:30--5:30 p.m.
Admission: No
Local farmers selling produce, plants, honey, homemade pies or any item grown locally. Grass-fed beef, pork and lamb are also available at the meat market during this time.Opelousas Farmers Market
by: LCVC828 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]ZooLive Animal Show in the Zootorium
by: LCVC5601 US Hwy. 90 East, Broussard, LA 70518
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Admission: $2 per person (ages 3 &a
Enjoy our fantastic ZooLive show in our Zootorium. See up close animals from around the world and learn interesting and fun facts about them. Weekends only. Open weekdays during March, April and May.Acting Up (in Acadiana) Acting Classes
by: Downtown Lafayette UnlimitedFrom Monday, September 10, 2012 to Saturday, August 10, 2013. [Event Website]