JULY-AUGUST-SEPTEMBER 2010
ONGOING EVENTS

Every Mon.–Group Fiddle Lessons with Mitch Reed & Al Berard. Arnaudville. Tom’s Fiddle & Bow, 204 Fuselier Rd, Class Fee, please call (337) 754-5528.
Every Tues-Sat–Eunice Depot Museum. Eunice. 220 S. CC Duson St. Now includes Cajun Mardi Gras Exhibit. Also, learn about the history of Eunice. 9AM-5PM. Free. (337) 457-6540.
Tues., Thurs. & Sat.–Farmer’s Market. Opelousas. 828 E. Landry St. (Pavilion by Mikey’s Doughnuts). Garden veggies, fruits, jellies & more! Tues, Thurs & Sat 7-11 AM. Sponsored by St. Landry Farmer’s Assn. 337-948-0561.
Every Tues. – Joe Hall Accordion Class. Arnaudville. NuNu’s Marketplace, 1013 Neblett (Hwy. 31). 4 classes for $45, Pre-registration required, Contact Patrice Melnick (337)662-1032, http://frederickarts.homestead.com.
Last Wed. of Each Month – Opelousas - La Table Francaise. (Jul. 28, Aug. 25, Sept.29)….. 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. Le Vieux Village, 828 East Landry, Opelousas, LA (Whiteville School House located in Le Vieux Village) Grab a cup of coffee and share conversation and fun with other French speakers. Opelousas. 337-948-5227.
Wed. & Sat. – Farmer’s Market, Eunice. Corner of 2nd St. & Park St. Garden veggies, fruits, jellies & more! Wed. 3pm – until, Sat. 10am-until (337) 457-7389.
Every Fri-Sun-The Sunset Market & Auction House. Sunset. 151 B. Leo Richard Road. Garden vegetables & home-made products. Vendor space still available! Fri 1-6PM, Sat 8-4PM, Sun 12-4PM. 337-212-2091.
Every Fri-Sun-The Town of Washington-Antique shops including the Old Schoolhouse Antique Mall open throughout the city. For additional information www.townofwashingtonla.org or (337) 826-3627, (337) 826-3626.
Every Sat-Savoy Music Jam Session. Eunice. 4413 Hwy. 190 E. 9AM-12PM. Free. Bring your instrument.
(337) 457-9563.
Every Sat-The Jean Lafitte Prairie Acadian Culture Center. Eunice. 250 West Park Ave. Music Program at 3pm and Cooking Demonstration at 4pm. (337) 457-8499.
First Sat. of Month (Jul. 3, Aug. 7, Sept. 4) -Celtic Circuit Music Series. Arnaudville. NuNu’s Marketplace, 1013 Neblett (Hwy. 31). Family event, featuring cultural presentations from across the globe. (337) 754-9898, http://frederickarts.homestead.com.
Last Sat. of the Month (Jul. 31, Aug. 28, Sept. 25) - La Table Francaise Chez NuNu. Arnaudville. 1013 Neblett St. La Table Française de Chez NuNu sponsored by Frederick l'Ecole des Arts held at NuNu’s Marketplace. Join us for petit déjeuner on the last Saturday of every month from 9:00 a.m. to Noon. Free and open to the public. Call Project Director, Mavis Arnaud Frugé should you have any questions at 337 754-7724 or 337 298-7998.
First Sun. of the Month (Aug. 1, Sept. 5)-Jam Session at Tom’s Fiddles. Arnaudville. 204 Fuselier Rd. 1-3PM. An organic jam that provides a platform for musical artists. Food & iced tea served by donation. (337) 754-5528.
Every Sun.-The Brown Bag Art Club. Arnaudville. NuNu’s Marketplace, 1013 Neblett (Hwy. 31). Art workshop for kids 2-4PM. $8/child-supplies & snack. Sponsored by Frederick l’Ecole des Arts. Call ahead. (337) 523-5832.
Third Sun. of the Month (Jul. 18, Aug. 15, Sept. 19)-Gospel Supper at NuNu’s. Arnaudville. NuNu’s Marketplace, 1013 Neblett (Hwy. 31). Music & Dinner. Come together for a music and culinary inspiration for all ages. Live Gospel music from 4:00pm – 6:00pm; Dinner from 4:00pm – 8:00pm; Admission $12 includes dinner andmusic; children 12 & under-$6 (337) 754-7400, http://frederickarts.homestead.com.
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Wed., Thurs., Fri. & Sat. (thru Sept. 6)–LiveThoroughbred Horse Racing @ Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino. Opelousas. 2235 Creswell Lane Ext. Enjoy this fast-paced show of 10 races/night in the 1st entertainment complex in America designed to combine horse racing & casino gaming. Post time 5:40 PM. (337) 594-3000.
July 1 - July 31 – Art Exhibit by Adrian Fulton. Opelousas. Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St. Painter, Adrian Fulton is currently a featured artist with the Fiddle Mania outdoor art exhibit in downtown Opelousas on the Parish Courthouse Square. Also at the museum: learn about the history & culture of the Opelousas area from prehistoric times to the present. Main Exhibit Room, Civil War Room, The Geraldine Smith Welch Doll Collection, LA Video Collection Library & the SW LA Zydeco Music Festival Archives. Mon-Fri 9AM-5PM; Sat 10AM-3PM. (337) 948-2589.
July 1-Sept. 30– Railroad Exhibit. Eunice. Eunice Depot Museum, 220 S. CC Duson St. Includes advertising memorabilia from the various railways that have crisscrossed the nation as well as the local area. The Eunice Depot Museum’s own memorabilia is included. Permanent Exhibit of the Courir de Mard Gras. Tues–Sat 9 AM-5 PM. Free. (337) 457-6540
July 2 & 3-Sweet Corn Classic Shoot at Long River Lodge. Melville. The inaugural 12 guage & 20 guage combined championship. $12,500 purse guaranteed. Events begin on Friday at 10am. That evening enjoy an all you can eat Cajun boil, 5 Stand Games under the Lights and entertainment. Saturday events begin at 9am. Entry Fees. (337)623-4395.
July 2-Old Fashioned Fais-do-do Barn Dance with T-Salé. Eunice. Lakeview RV Park. 1717 Veteran Memorial Hwy.Come join the crew from Lakeview for an old fashioned Fais do-do in the barn. Doors open at 7:00. Music starts at 8:00pm. Must be 18 to enter. Admission fee. www.lvpark.com. (337) 457-2881.
July 3–The 20th Annual Lebeau Zydeco Festival. Lebeau. Immaculate Conception Church Grounds, Hwy. 71 S., ½ mile from Stelly’s Truckstop. There will be food, including BBQ, boudin & pork backbone dinners & drinks sold. Live musical entertainment featuring Leon Chavis & The Zydeco Flames; Lil’ Nathan & The Zydeco Big Timers, Geno Delafose & French Rockin’ Boogie, Step Rideau & The Zydeco Outlaws and Chris Ardoin & Nu Step! 11AM-until. Adults $15; Children under 12-$5. No ice chests/glass permitted. (337) 623-5909/4362.
July 3-Old Fashioned Fais-do-do Barn Dance with Horace Trahan & the New Ossun Express. Eunice. Lakeview RV Park. 1717 Veteran Memorial Hwy.Come join the crew from Lakeview for an old fashioned Fais do-do in the barn. Doors open at 7:00. Music starts at 8:00pm. Must be 18 to enter. Admission fee. www.lvpark.com. (337) 457-2881.
July 3-Elvis Tribute. Opelousas. Evangeline Downs Event Center 2235 Creswell Lane Ext.John Ieyoub Impersonates the King and Performs all of his greatest hits live with your favorite live Band LA EXPRESS.. 8pm. 337-594-3000.
July 3-July 31 (Sat.) -“Rendez-Vous des Cajuns” Live Radio and TV Show. Eunice. Liberty Theater, 200 W. Park Ave. Cajun & Zydeco bands perform live in a Cajun-style “Grand Ole Opry” show from 6-7:30 PM.
July 3-Horace Trahan & the New Ossun Express; July 10-Chris Miller & Bayou Roots; Felton Lejeune July 17 – Feufoller; Murray Conque – Cajun Humorist; July 24 – James Dupre – Eunice native and country & western recording artist. CD Release It’s All Happening; July 31-Jackie Callier, Ivy Dugas & Cajun Cousins. Adults $5, under 12 $3. (337) 457-7389 or www.eunice-la.com.
July 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31–Live Music at the Courtyard at Nick’s. Eunice. 123 S. 2nd St. Admission Fee (337) 457-4921
July 4–Fireworks on the Prairie. Eunice. Eunice Recreation Complex, 461 Sittig St. Bring your lawn chairs & celebrate Independence Day! Spectacular fireworks display begins at 9 PM. Free admission (337) 457-7389.
July 4–Fireworks on the River. Krotz Springs. Nall Park, 562 Front St. Come out & enjoy this Independence Day with DJ and fireworks display at dusk. Music starts at 6:30pm. (337) 566-2322.
July 4-“Bring On the Noise” Summer Music Series. Opelousas. Opelousas North City Park, 111 North Market St. This series brings family oriented fun and music to the City of Opelousas. Free to the public. 2:30pm to 6:30pm. Contact: (337) 945-4304 or (650) 380-7133 July 8- Literary Reading and Open Mic with Karen Evans and Jim Pharis at Casa Azul. Grand Coteau. Casa Azul, 232 M.L.K. Dr. Join Casa Azul for this reading, followed by Open Mic, where participants can read poetry, play music, tell stories or show off any other talent. Karen Evans of Krotz Springs, has been writing poems and songs since she was a child. She recently publishes a collection of childhood stories. Jim Pharis began playing guitar at age 12. His musical wanderings have taken him from cinderblock, tin-roofed Louisiana roadhouses to venues such as the Continental Club and Antoines in Austin, Tx.7pm. Free admission & black beans and rice are served also! (337) 662-1032 or casa.azul.gc@gmail.com. July 8-Staying Healthy With the Seasons Class. Grand Coteau. Earth-N-Herbs. 284 M.L. King Dr. We must learn to flow as nature does, through the seasons. The challenge of summer is to slow down the momentum, to fully experience the richness of this season. Learn what foods, exercise, rituals & luxuries you can incorporate into this season to nourish your mind, body, & spirit. Summer Fee: $20.Call 337-662-4022 to register. July 15, 16, 18 & 20-23–The Eunice Players Theatre presents, Humpty Dumpty is Missing or The Mysterious Case of the Fallen Egg. Eunice. Eunice Little Theatre S. 2nd St. Children’s Performance, perfect for families. Directed by Debi L. Crawford and Van Reed. All Seats $10. (337) 546-0163 www.euniceplayers.blogspot.com. July 8 & 9– 20th Anniversary Summer Concert presented by Eunice Community Concert Band & Choir. Eunice. Liberty Theatre, 200 W. Park Ave.”Thanks for the Memories!” A summer concert for the entire family.7PM. Adults $5,Children under 12-$2. (337) 457-1776 www.eccbc.org. July 8-11, 15-18 & 22-25– The Opelousas Little Theatre presents Into the Woods. Opelousas. Delta Grand Theatre, 120 North Market St.. Performances at 7PM ; July 11, 18, & 25 at 2pm. This play combines popular fairy tales. Great entertainment for the entire family! Admission $10/person-sold at door or at Sebastien-Dupre Fine Jewelry, (337) 948-4367. July 10-HOTTEST Yard Sale Ever! Grand Coteau & Sunset Community Yard Sale. Come experience Grand Coteau and Sunset’s unique shops, antiques & clothing at a discount! 7AM-2PM. (337) 662-3500/ (337) 662-4002.
July 11-“Bring On the Noise” Summer Music Series. Opelousas. Opelousas North City Park, 111 North Market St. This series brings family oriented fun and music to the City of Opelousas. Free to the public. 2:30pm to 6:30pm. Contact: (337) 945-4304 or (650) 380-7133
July 12–Opelousas-Eunice Public Library Performing Arts Series presents “Doug Berky Theatre.” Eunice & Opelousas. Mime, Music & Masks. 10 AM-Liberty Theater, 200 W. Park Ave, Eunice and 2 PM-South Park Teen Ctr,
1524 S. Market St., Opelousas. Free. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. (337) 948-3693/457-7120.
July 13- Screening of Independent Film I Always Do My Collars First at Casa Azul. Grand Coteau. Casa Azul, 232 M.L.K. Dr. Join filmmaker and folklorist, Conni Castille for a showing of her documentary that follows four dynamic Cajun women in French Louisiana as they go about their daily lives in demonstrating how the simple ritual of ironing weaves its way throughout the fabric of family life and their sense of identity.7pm. Free admission. (337) 662-1032 or casa.azul.gc@gmail.com.
July 15–Opelousas-Eunice Public Library Performing Arts Series presents “Kuniko Yamamoto.” Eunice & Opelousas. Japanese Storyteller. 10 AM-Liberty Theater, 200 W. Park Ave, Eunice and 2 PM-South Park Teen Ctr,
1524 S. Market St., Opelousas. Free. Children under 10 should be accompanied by an adult. (337) 948-3693/457-7120.
July 18-“Bring On the Noise” Summer Music Series. Opelousas. Opelousas North City Park, 111 North Market St. This series brings family oriented fun and music to the City of Opelousas. Free to the public. 2:30pm to 6:30pm. Contact: (337) 945-4304 or (650) 380-7133
July 19-23 Summer Culture Fun Days. Eunice. Prairie Acadian Cultural Center, 250 W. Park Ave. For children ages 9 & 10. Includes presentations, programs, storytelling, displays and hands-on activities showcasing the diverse cultural influences on the Prairie Acadian folk life & environmental transitions. Free Registration-limited to 20 children! 8:30AM-12PM. (337) 457-8499.
July 25-Le Souper Français. Arnaudville. NuNu’s Marketplace, 1013 Neblett (Hwy. 31). French dinner with Music by Joe Hall. Music 4pm–6pm; Dinner 4pm–8pm, http://frederickarts.homestead.com. (337) 754-7500.
July 26 -30 Word-Up! Youth Writing Camp. Eunice. LSUE, 2048 Johnson Highway. An Exciting week of poetry and fun! This is your opportunity to not only hone your writing skills, but to participate in intense, innovative writing activities that involve nature, music and film. Open to students in grades 4 through 12. 9am – 12:00 noon. Class fee: $89.00. Contact: (337) 550-1390.
July 31-Lorrie Morgan & Pam Tillis. Opelousas. An acoustic evening with two legendary country singer/songwriters - Lorrie Morgan & Pam Tillis. Together they have achieved 28 top ten hits, 5 female vocalist of the year awards, and 14 million albums sold. This is sure to be an evening you won't soon forget. Evangeline Downs Event Center 2235 Creswell Lane Extension. 8pm. 337-594-3000.
Aug. 1 - 1-Sept. 30 – Art Exhibit by Linda Meaux. Opelousas. Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main. Meaux, a native of Opelousas, is a member of the Lafayette Art Association and is currently a featured artist with the Fiddle Mania outdoor art exhibit in downtown Opelousas on the Parish Courthouse Square. Also at the museum: learn about the history & culture of the Opelousas area from prehistoric times to the present. Main Exhibit Room, Civil War Room, The Geraldine Smith Welch Doll Collection, LA Video Collection Library & the SW LA Zydeco Music Festival Archives. Mon-
Fri 9AM-5PM; Sat 10AM-3PM. (337) 948-2589. Aug. 6-Zydeco Media Event Kick-off for the Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Festival-Opelousas. St. Landry Parish Courthouse Square. Open to the Public. Official Proclamation and Ribbon Cutting opening Zydeco Season 2010. Live Zydeco band, creole food and Zydeco Festival Cultural Heritage. Contact (337) 942-2392. Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28 -“Rendez-Vous des Cajuns” Live Radio and TV Show. Eunice. Liberty Theater, 200 W. Park Ave. Cajun & Zydeco bands perform live in a Cajun-style “Grand Ole Opry” show show from 6-7:30 PM. Aug. 7- Bands TBA; Aug. 14-Bands TBA; Aug. 21-Calico & the Off-Brand Band; 2nd Band TBA; Aug. 28 – John Trahan & Acadiana; 2nd Band TBA. Adults $5, under 12 $3. (337) 457-7389 or www.eunice-la.com. Aug. 7, 14, 21, 28– Live Music at the Courtyard at Nick’s. Eunice. 123 S. 2nd St. Admission Fee (337) 457-4921. Aug.7-The 5th Annual Zydeco King & Queen Ball. Opelousas. North Park Teen Center, 1524 S. Market St. King & Queen Ball, Gala Contest Event. Live music.. 9 PM-until. $10 admission. (337) 942-2392. Aug. 11-Cooking with Herbs Classs. Grand Coteau. Earth-N-Herbs. 284 M.L. King Dr. Herbs are a healthy way of adding flavor to food without using a lot of salt or sugar. Learn which part of the herb to use, how to use them fresh & dried, how to store your cooking herbs and how to make rubs, vinegars, blends & much more. You can also add tonic herbs to your soups & stews for an added kick in vitamins & minerals. FEE: $20. Call 337-662-4022 to register. Aug. 14-Swamp Pop Event. Opelousas. Evangeline Downs Event Center 2235 Creswell Lane Ext. 7pm. 337-594-3000. Aug. 14- Bayou Bucks Benefit Shoot. Opelousas. 4 Seasons Archery Range located 2 miles north of Opelousas on Evansdale St. A benefit archery tournament for wounded warriors and kids of the same. Registration begins @ 8am Admission Fee. Contact Dane St. Cyr @ 337-344-0469 or www.fourseasonsarchery.com. Aug. 21-20th Annual Fun Run. Opelousas. South Park. Zydeco Family Fun Day in the park with music, food and awards for participation in the 5K (Official Registered Track) or 1 Mile (Walk or Run). Contact (337) 942-2392. Aug. 28–Cajun Prairie Habitat Society Meeting. Eunice. Prairie Restoration Site, Corner of Magnolia & Martin Luther King. For additional information www.cajunprairie.org or (337) 531-7535, (337)328-2252. Aug. 28-Registered Shoot at Long River Lodge. Melville. 497 Cannatella Road. (337)623-4395. Aug.29-Yam City Triathlon. Opelousas. Come have a “yam” good time! START TIME: 7:30a.m. Louisiana Family Fitness Center, 336 Heather Dr., LA DISTANCES: Swim 150 meters, Bike 14 miles, Run 2 miles USAT Sanctioned Event. Entry Fees. This race is being produced to benefit Boy Scout Troops 144 and 165 of Opelousas, Contact (337) 942-8565. Aug. 29-Le Souper Français. Arnaudville. NuNu’s Marketplace, 1013 Neblett (Hwy. 31). French dinner with music. Music (Band TBA) 4pm–6pm; Dinner 4pm–8pm, http://frederickarts.homestead.com. (337) 754-7500. Sept. 2–Zydeco Festival Parade Lines & Jam Session. Opelousas. S Park (S. Market St.) & Slim’s Y Ki-Ki, Hwy. 182 N. Join the kick-off parade at 5PM at S. Park & then head over to Slim’s for a jam session, kicking off the Zydeco Festival weekend! 8PM-Until. Free admission. (337) 232-7672/www.zydeco.org. Sept. 3–Zydeco Festival Kick-off Dance. Opelousas. Slim’s Y Ki-Ki, Hwy. 182 N. Continue your Zydeco Fest weekend with live music! Music 10PM-Until. Admission Fee. (337) 232-7672/www.zydeco.org. Sept. 4–Zydeco Breakfast. Opelousas. Courthouse Square, 118 S. Court St. Start your day with a great Zyedco-themed breakfast, then go to the Zydeco Festival! 8-10:30AM. Live music! Free. Sponsored by City of Opelousas. (337) 232-7672. Sept. 4–The 28th Annual Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Festival. Plaisance. Zydeco Festival Grounds, 457 Zydeco Rd off of Hwy. 167 N. This years theme invites all “Levez la Poussiere. Venez Danser Le Zydeco á Plaisance.” 15 non-stop hours of live, spicy music, culture, food & craft demonstrations. Adults $10, Children under 10-$2; Gate opens at 7AM; Heritage Stage at 9AM and Main Stage-10:30AM-1AM. (337) 232-7672/www.zydeco.org. Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25 -“Rendez-Vous des Cajuns” Live Radio and TV Show. Eunice. Liberty Theater, 200 W. Park Ave. Cajun & Zydeco bands perform live in a Cajun-style “Grand Ole Opry” show from 6-7:30 PM. Bands TBA. Adults $5, under 12 $3. (337) 457-7389 or www.eunice-la.com. Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25–Live Music at the Courtyard. Eunice. 123 S. 2nd St. Admission $5. (337) 457-4921. Sept. 5-Joe Diffie. Opelousas. Evangeline Downs Event Center 2235 Creswell Lane Ext. 8pm. 337-594-3000. Sept. 6, 13, 20 & 27–Jam Session @ Tom’s Fiddles. Arnaudville. 204 Fuselier Rd. Event held 1-3PM every Sun. An "organic" jam that provides a platform for musical artists. Food & iced tea served by donation. (337) 754-5528. Sept. 11-13-Good Ol Boyz Trailride. Branch. Mires Ranch. Join in the fun. (337) 254-6472. Sept. 13-Zydeco Celebrity Golf Classic. Opelousas. Indian Hills Country Club, 1141 E. Prudhomme St. The tournament hosts Four Person Team Scramble. Contact (337) 232-7672. Sept. 14- Washington Garden Club Meeting. Washington., 308 N. Church St. For further infomation, contact washingtongardenclub@yahoo.com or call President, Lindy Taylor at 337-826-6518. Sept. 17- Opelousas Music & Market (Band TBA). Opelousas. Farmer’s Market, Vine & Landry St. The City of Opelousas presents their Spring Music & Market Series. Live music 6-8:30 PM. Free. No ice chests please. (337) 948-6263 or www.cityofopelousas.com. Sept. 24- Opelousas Music & Market (Band TBA). Opelousas. Farmer’s Market, Vine & Landry St. The City of Opelousas presents their Spring Music & Market Series. Live music 6-8:30 PM. Free. No ice chests please. (337) 948-6263 or www.cityofopelousas.com. Sept. 25-Registered Shoot at Long River Lodge. Melville. 497 Cannatella Road. (337)623-4395. Sept. 26-Le Souper Français. Arnaudville. NuNu’s Marketplace, 1013 Neblett (Hwy. 31). French dinner with music. Music (Band TBA) 4pm–6pm; Dinner 4pm–8pm, http://frederickarts.homestead.com. (337) 754-7500. Sept. 25-The 17th Annual National Public Lands Day. Krotz Springs. Indian Bayou Parking Area, 667 W. Atchafalaya Levee Rd., approx. 11 miles South of town on LA 105. Local volunteers are given the opportunity to help remove trash & minor vegetation clearing, as well as view scenic areas of hardwood forests & cypress swamps. 7AM-4PM. (337) 585-0853.


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