My Lafayette Video Contest

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette and Acadiana

The Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission and AOC are teaming up to give all local filmmakers and videographers a chance to showcase the Hub City the way they see it with an online video contest called My Lafayette. First place will win a cash prize of $1,000. Second place will win $700, and third place will receive $300. For more information about My Lafayette, contact AOC at (337) 232-4434 or info@aocinc.org. … [Event Website]

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

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]

SciFi/Fantasy Book Club

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:30 PM

The South Regional Library hosts a SciFi/Fantasy Book Club on the second Tuesday at 6:30.The books that will be discussed are as follows:Mar 13...Ready Player One byErnest ClineApr 10...Fevre Dream by George R. R. MartinMay 8...Hunger Games by Suzanne C… [Event Website]

AOC Animation Booth: Basics

by: Cal Editor

AOC Community Media, 101 Jefferson St., Suite 100, Rosa Parks Transportation Center

6:30pm

Admission: $25, $40

This class will introduce you to the different types animation in the industry today. You will learn the origins of animation and how the history of animation changed the way we see and approach moving images. Finally, you'll learn how to set up AOC's animation booth to capture your animations.… [Event Website]

Mother's Day Makeover Contest

by: Cal Editor

New Salon Rouge, 103 S. Michaud Road, Carencro

[Event Website]

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]

My Lafayette Video Contest

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette and Acadiana

The Lafayette Convention & Visitors Commission and AOC are teaming up to give all local filmmakers and videographers a chance to showcase the Hub City the way they see it with an online video contest called My Lafayette. First place will win a cash prize of $1,000. Second place will win $700, and third place will receive $300. For more information about My Lafayette, contact AOC at (337) 232-4434 or info@aocinc.org. … [Event Website]

Annual Downtown Garage Top Crawfish Boil

by: Cal Editor

Top of Parc Auto du Centreville

6:00pm

Admission: $40, $300

[Event Website]

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

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]

BASIC COMPUTING - FREE COMPUTER CLASSES

by: Lafayette Public Library

South 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. REGISTRATION FOR MAY CLASSESWalk-in sign-up begins Monday, April 30, at 9:00 am.;Telephone Sign-Up begins at 10:00 am.:981-1028.… [Event Website]

BASIC COMPUTING - FREE COMPUTER CLASSES

by: Lafayette Public Library

South 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. REGISTRATION FOR MAY CLASSESWalk-in sign-up begins Monday, April 30, at 9:00 am.;Telephone Sign-Up begins at 10:00 am.:981-1028.… [Event Website]

District 5 public forum with Dr. Pat Cooper

by: Cal Editor

Scott Middle School Gym, 116 Marie St., Scott

6:30pm

Kermit J. Bouillion, District 5 School Board Member, invites the public to attend a public forum in the City of Scott to hear Lafayette Parish School System Superintendent Dr. Pat Cooper present his educational plan "100% In100% Out." A Q & A for parents and community members will follow. For more information contact Melva G. Perry at 521-7014 or email mperry@lpssonline.com.

District 5 public forum with Dr. Pat Cooper

by: Cal Editor

Scott Middle School Gym, 116 Marie St., Scott

6:30pm

Admission: $35

Kermit J. Bouillion, District 5 School Board Member, invites the public to attend a public forum in the City of Scott to hear Lafayette Parish School System Superintendent Dr. Pat Cooper present his educational plan "100% In100% Out." A Q & A for parents and community members will follow. For more information contact Melva G. Perry at 521-7014 or email mperry@lpssonline.com. … [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]

Mother's Day Makeover Contest

by: Cal Editor

New Salon Rouge, 103 S. Michaud Road, Carencro

[Event Website]

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]

Oral History with Ms. Etha Simien Amling and Poetry with Latasha Weatherspoon

by: Cal Editor

Casa Azul Gifts, 232 ML King Drive, Grand Coteau

7:00pm

Admission: Free

Casa Azul Gifts in Grand Coteau hosts an oral history session with Ms. Etha Simien Amling and poetry performance by Latasha Weatherspoon. An open mic will follow. Contact Patrice Melnick, Casa Azul: (337) 662-1032 or festivalwords@gmail.com for more information. … [Event Website]

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

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]

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]

Mother's Day Makeover Contest

by: Cal Editor

New Salon Rouge, 103 S. Michaud Road, Carencro

[Event Website]

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]

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

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]

Sheriff Neustrom Charity Golf Tournament

by: Cal Editor

Wetlands Golf Course

8:00am-1:00pm

Admission: $150

The annual Sheriff Neustrom Charity Golf Tournament will be held at Wetlands Golf Course Friday, May 11. Interested players and teams can choose to play either in the afternoon or morning with shotgun starts at both 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Individual and team positions are available for a $150 per person donation, which includes golf cart rental, food and drinks. Four player scramble teams are also available. For more information or to reserve a group or individual tee time , call Keith Sibille at 337.236.3999 or pick-up an entry form at your local pro shop.

Bike Corral at Downtown Alive!

by: Cal Editor

Parc San Souci

5:30pm-8:30pm

Admission: Free

T.R.A.I.L. and Bike Lafayette will provide free "valet parking" for cyclists at Downtown Alive. The purpose of bike corrals is to facilitate biking and create a community space for bicycle enthusiasts at Downtown Alive. Show your bike corral claim ticket at Viva La Waffle and get $1 off any sandwich. For more informaton, email Tony@BikeLafayette.org… [Event Website]

National Tourism Day

by: Cal Editor

St. Landry Parish Visitor Information Center, Opelousas

11:00am-3:00pm

Representatives from local attractions will celebrate National Tourism Day from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Friday, May 11 at the St. Landry Parish Visitor Information, I-49 exit 23, just north of Opelousas. The event is part of National Travel and Tourism Week, an annual, travel promotion event that's been in existence since 1984. Participants in Friday's event include the Opelousas Museum and Interpretive Center, Louisiana Orphan Train Museum, Jean Lafitte National Historical Park and Preserve's Prairie A… [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]

Mother's Day Makeover Contest

by: Cal Editor

New Salon Rouge, 103 S. Michaud Road, Carencro

[Event Website]

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]

Movies in the Parc: Grease

by: Cal Editor

Parc International, Downtown

6:30pm

Admission: $2

Gates open at 6:30 p.m., and admission is $2 and free for children 5 and under. Parking is available at Parc-Auto du Centreville at Polk and Vermilion Streets. Concessions are available on site. [Event Website]

Ride for Rox

by: Cal Editor

Acadiana Park, 1205 E. Alexander St.

9:30am

Admission: $30

Ride for Rox is in memory of Roxanne Richard who was killed while riding her bicycle last October. The 50 mile ride starts at 8:00 AM and the 25 mile ride starts at 9:30 AM. Both rides begin and end at Acadiana Park (1205 E. Alexander St., Lafayette). Pre-register at www.active.com or on day of ride starting at 7 AM. Registration fee is $30 and includes rest stops with snacks and drinks, maps, road markings, t-shirts and lunch. Proceeds will benefit ongoing efforts to promote safe cycling in Acadiana. For more in… [Event Website]

Lemonade Day

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette, South Louisiana

Admission: Free

Lemonade Day is a fun and experiential learning program where communities across the nation unite to teach youth how to start, own and operate their own business through a lemonade stand. Literally, thousands of children open their stand for business with support from their community. The foremost objective of Lemonade Day is to empower youth to take ownership of their lives and become productive members of society the business leaders, social advocates, volunteers, and forward-thinking citizens of tomo… [Event Website]

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

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]

Oil Centers Open Air Antique & Arts Market

by: Cal Editor

LGMC Medical Plaza 427 Heymann Blvd across from Champagnes Supermarket.

8:00am-12:00pm

Admission: Free

The Open Air Market showcases local antique dealers and artisans. Admission is free, so come, browse and enjoy this unique shopping experience exclusive to the Oil Center. We encourage you to visit the Hub City Farmers Market which takes place every Saturday morning also located in the LGMC Medical Plaza and support our local growers. If you are an antique dealer or local artist interested in participating in this event, please call the Oil Center at 337-232-1267 or email us at info@oilcenter.com.

Le Brunch en Blanc

by: Cal Editor

Parc International, Downtown

9:00am-12:00pm

Admission: $35

Come to Parc International for an elegant brunch with live music, art auction and a raffle. All white dress is requested. First course includes cream cheese stuffed crepes topped with apple raisin glaze. The main course will have Redfish Hash (grilled redfish served on a bed of diced golden potatoes topped with a poached egg and covered in hollandaise sauce) Drinks available are coffee, water, tea, orange juice, Mimosa and Bloody Mary. Proceeds benefit Louisiana Lunch Money emergency fund to ensure every chi… [Event Website]

19th Annual NALC Food Drive

by: Cal Editor

Acadiana

Admission: Free

Gather canned goods and leave a bag near your mailbox Saturday, May 12th, and help feed families in Acadiana. As part of the 19th Annual National Association of Letter Carrier's Food Drive, your postman will pick-up any nonperishable food items left at the mailbox and make the first-class delivery to local food banks. The National Food Drive is Americas largest anti-hunger food drive. For more information contact Keler Williams at 337-706-1234.

The Gary Granger Project benefit show

by: Cal Editor

Cite des Arts

7:00pm

Admission: $20 for 10 swings

The Gary Granger Project will be playing a special performance to help raise funds for remodeling costs for Cite des Arts. The performance will mix original music with jazz standards and smooth jazz. [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]

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]

Mother's Day at Charley G's

by: Cal Editor

Charley G's Restaurant, 3809 Ambassador Caffery Parkway

10:30am-1:30pm

[Event Website]

Get Up & Ride National Bike Challenge

by: Cal Editor

Lafayette

Admission: Free

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]

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]

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

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]

2012 Bandit Run

by: Cal Editor

Prejean's Restaurant

6:00pm

The sixth annual Bandit Run, by Restore a Muscle Car, will celebrate the 35th anniversary of the release of the movie "Smokey and the Bandit." The roadshow will make a stop in Lafayette Monday, May 14 at 6 p.m. for dinner and a car show at Prejean's Rest… [Event Website]

BASIC INTERNET-FREE COMPUTER CLASSES

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

1:00 PM

Material covered: This class focuses on a conceptual understanding of the Internet and those components necessary to acquire connectivity. The class then deals with browser functions and the various techniques for finding information on the World Wide Web. REGISTRATION FOR MAY CLASSESWalk-in sign-up begins Monday, April 30, at 9:00 am.;Telephone Sign-Up begins at 10:00 am.Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]

BASIC INTERNET-FREE COMPUTER CLASSES

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

9:30 AM

Material covered: This class focuses on a conceptual understanding of the Internet and those components necessary to acquire connectivity. The class then deals with browser functions and the various techniques for finding information on the World Wide Web. REGISTRATION FOR MAY CLASSESWalk-in sign-up begins Monday, April 30, at 9:00 am.;Telephone Sign-Up begins at 10:00 am.Call 981-1028 to register or for more information.… [Event Website]

GRATUITO DE MICROSOFT OFFICE WORD 2007 CLASE EN ESPANOL

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:00 PM

GRATUITO DE MICROSOFT OFFICE WORD 2007 CLASE EN ESPANOLLa clase es una de una hora y media, dos sesiones dedas impartido por Frida Flix para los adultos.14 de mayo y 166:00 - 7:30 pmLlame al 981-1028 para registrarse.Laboratorio de TecnologiaLa Biblioteca Regional del Sur… [Event Website]

Ride of Silence

by: Cal Editor

Parc San Souci

6:00pm

Admission: Free

Cyclists will take to the roads in a silent procession to honor cyclists who have been killed or injured while cycling on public roadways. Although cyclists have a legal right to share the road with motorists, the motoring public often isn't aware of these rights, and sometimes not aware of the cyclists themselves. The ride is free and we ask cyclists to ride no faster than 12 mph, wear helmets, follow the rules of the road and remain silent during the ride. Cyclist will meet at Parc San Souci in downtown… [Event Website]

LINC Comprehensive Plan Meeting In A Box

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

6:00pm

Lafayette Consolidated Government invites the community to embark on a comprehensive planning process that acts as a "guidebook" for the growth, development and redevelopment of the City of Lafayette and the unincorporated areas of the Parish of Lafayette. LCG wants to know issues and aspirations of members of this community and advocates for the preservation, sustainability and the improvement of French Louisiana's culture, language, and heritage. For more information contact Vermilionville by calling (337) 233-4077.

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]