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Saturday, Jan 28, 2012

LSU vs. Tulane (W, Day 2) (Swimming and Diving)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home: Houston, Texas (CRWC Natatorium)

11:00 AM

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LSU vs. Kentucky (Men's Basketball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home: Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)

3:00 PM

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LSU vs. Rice (W, Day 2) (Swimming and Diving)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home: Houston, Texas (CRWC Natatorium)

11:00 AM

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LSU at Houston (W, Day 2) (Swimming and Diving)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away: Houston, Texas (CRWC Natatorium)

11:00 AM

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LSU at Razorback Invitational (IN) (Day 2) (Track and Field)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away: Fayetteville, Ark. (Randall Tyson Track Center)

TBA

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LSU at Georgia (Gymnastics)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away: Athens, Ga. (Stegeman Coliseum)

3:00 PM

[more]

AcA Presents Film @ the Center: Cinema on the Bayou

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

8:00 PM

Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM. [more]

R.V. and The Blue Knights Band

by: Terry's Backstage Bar

6769 Johnston St Lafayette La

Releasing the new CD

Bayou Teche Farmers Market

by: Cal Editor

Old Pecan House, at the intersection of N. New Market and Hamilton, along the banks of Bayou Teche, St. Martinville

8:00am-12:00pm

Admission: Free

Free open-air market held inside a historical 1930s era pecan warehouse along the banks of Bayou Teche. Open from 8 a.m. - 12 noon. Those wishing to sell either produce, or arts and crafts are encouraged to RSVP St. Martinville City Hall at (337) 394-223… [more]

Vigilantes on the Bayou

by: Cal Editor

Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site

11:00am

Admission: Free

The program will depict a violent era in the history of South Louisiana. Two encampments will be setup, one camp to portray the vigilantes and one group at the farmstead to portray the anti-vigilantes. Encampments will have various military and civilian activities going on through out the day including cooking and the firing of black powder weapons. Two encounters between the vigilantes and the inhabitants of the Farmstead will take place at 11:00 a.m. and at 2:00 p.m. The movie Belizaire, which also focuses on this topic and was filmed in part at the site, will be shown. Tours of the Museum, Farmstead and Maison Olivier will also be given. For more information, contact Longfellow Evangeline State Historic Site at (337) 394-3754, or by email at Longfellow@crt.state.la.us

Canoe Paddle

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville

8:30am-11:30am

Admission: $5

The community is invited to take a canoe trip on the Bayou Vermilion. $5 insurance fee to American Canoe Association for a canoe or bring your own canoe or kayak and paddle for free. Canoe trips are held every second and last Saturday of the month. Please RSVP in advance by emailing Margot Addison or calling (337) 233-4077 x 205. … [more]

Treasure Buddies Pre-Screening Party!

by: Children's Museum

5:00 PM

Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. [more]

Cajun Jam with Hadley Castille and Sara Jade

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

1:00 PM - 3:30 PM

[more]

Canoe Paddle

by: LCVC

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette

8:30-11:30 a.m.

Admission: $5 insurance fee to Amer

The community is invited to take a canoe trip on the Bayou Vermilion. Canoe trips are held every second and last Saturday of the month. Please RSVP in advance by emailing Margot Addison or calling (337) 233-4077 x 205.

6th Annual Gumbo Cook-Off

by: Cal Editor

Frank's Downtown, 603 E. Landry St., Opelousas

8:00am

The Sixth Annual Gumbo Cook-Off will benefit the medical costs for a local six-year-old patient and includes music, an auction, fun jump and more. Call (337) 407-2288 for more information. [more]

Rig Riders of Acadiana Registration Drive

by: Cal Editor

Cajun Harley-Davidson, 724 I - 10 S. Frontage Road, Scott

9:00am-2:00pm

The Rig Riders of Acadiana, a motorcycle club made up of people who work in the oil field and ride, will hold their registration drive at Cajun Harley-Davidson, Scott. A complimentary meal will be served. The club was founded to provide a venue for people in the energy industry to meet, interface, exchange information such as job leads and primarily ride and have fun. Any make and model motorcycle is welcome.… [more]

"Par for the Corpse" Murder Mystery Dinner

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

10:00 PM

Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 6:30 PM to 10:00 PM. [more]

Screening of Disney's Treasure Buddies

by: Cal Editor

Children's Museum of Acadiana

10:00am-1:30pm

Admission: $5

An Indiana-Jones style treasure hunt with Americas favorite pups is awaiting the children of Acadiana on January 28th at the Children's Museum of Acadiana. Screen Disneys most action-packed, treasure-filled movie yet, partake in related activities, and enter to win a DVD/Blu-Ray combo pack before the official release. Children adore the Buddies, and parents appreciate the lessons in teamwork, friendship, and problem-solving Watch the movie trailer at lafayettela.macaronikid.com. … [more]

CYT presents Willy Wonka

by: Cal Editor

Angelle Auditorium, 601 E. St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

3:00pm

Admission: $12/Online, $14/Door

Roald Dahls timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to life in this stage adaptation of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, which features the songs from the classic family film Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory. … [more]

CYT presents Willy Wonka

by: Cal Editor

Angelle Auditorium, 601 E. St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

7:00pm

Admission: $12/Online, $14/Door

Rendez-vous des Cajuns Cajun with Low Maintenance & MC Murray Co

by: Cal Editor

Liberty Theater 200 W. Park Ave., Eunice

6:00pm

Admission: $5

The "Rendez-vous des Cajuns" show is performed live every Saturday night at the historic Liberty Theater in downtown Eunice, LA. Best described as the "Cajun Grand Old Opry" the family-friendly show features an emcee who hosts the show in Cajun French and a dance floor where people can dance to the music of Cajun bands performing live in the restored 1924 vaudeville house. For more information call (Monday thru Friday) 337-457-7389. … [more]

Rendez-vous des Cajuns Cajun with Low Maintenance & MC Murray Co

by: Cal Editor

Liberty Theater 200 W. Park Ave., Eunice

6:00pm

Admission: $5

Emerging Leaders Summit

by: Cal Editor

UL Student Union Ballroom, UL Campus

9:30am-2:25pm

UL Lafayette freshmen and sophomores will be participating in an Emerging Leaders Summit on Saturday. The mission is to empower students to discover their unique leadership potential and provide education on the necessary skills and traits of a quality leader. The event is being hosted by the Student Leadership Council. For more information, contact the Office of Student Life at 482-6272.

How to Use a Telescope for Astronomy

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

8:15 PM

Saturday, January 28, 2012 from 2:00 PM to 8:15 PM. [more]

Men's Basketball at La.-Monroe (DH)

by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Sports

Monroe, La.

4:00 PM

gt;>> The Ragin’ Cajuns men’s basketball team closes out the month of January traveling to Monroe to face La.-Monroe on Saturday at Fant-Ewing Coliseum. The Cajuns and Warhawks are scheduled to tip at 4 p.m. or 30 minutes following the women’s game.>>> Wednesday’s contest with North Texas marked the midway point of the Sun Belt schedule for Louisiana. Starting at La.-Monroe on Saturday, the Cajuns have just eight league games remaining.>>> UL has an opportunity to move its overall recor… [more]

Women's Basketball at La.-Monroe (DH)

by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Sports

Monroe, La.

2:00 PM

gt;>>The Cajuns and Warhawks will be going head-to-head for the 43rd time in the history of the two basketball programs.>>>The Cajuns have an opportunity to break out of their scoring woes against La-Monroe. ULM ranks last in the conference in scoring defense allowing 67.3 points per game.>>>The Cajuns and Warhawks are second and third in steals per game in the Sun Belt. UL is averaging 9.0 while ULM is recording 8.8 steals per contest.>>>Louisiana fell in their last contest against North Texas 66-45, and ha… [more]

Women's Tennis at UAB/Samford

by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Sports

Birmingham, Ala.

2:00 PM

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Track and Field at Arkansas State Invitational

by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Sports

Jonesboro, Ark.

12:00 PM

Track and Field at Arkansas State Invitational

The Ragin’ Cajuns men’s and women’s track and field teams will compete at a facility familiar to head coach Lon Badeaux this weekend as they both participate in the Arkansas State Invitational being held at the Convocation Center in Jonesboro, Ark. The event is scheduled for Friday-Saturday, Jan. 27-28. Action begins at the Convocation Center Friday at Noon with the first events in the men’s and women’s multis. For Badeaux, it’s his first visit to Jonesboro as the Ragin&rsqu… [more]

4th Annual Global Game Jam

by: Cal Editor

LITE Center

5:00pm

Hosted by the Academy of Interactive Entertainment. The Global Game Jam, an International Game Developers Association event, allows interested developers across the globe to form groups and create complete, playable games over the course of one weekend. GGJ brings together students, hobbyists and professionals to create a game that fits the years theme. The theme in 2011 was "Extinction." Register online at GlobalGameJam.org. Register at the local Game Jam site by contacting Madeleine Erhardt at M&… [more]

7th Cinema On The Bayou Film Festival

by: Rebecca Hudsmith

101 Duclos St., Lafayette, Louisiana

Admission: None

Now in its 7th year, Cinema On The Bayou Film Festival brings to Lafayette a wide variety of independent films and filmmakers from across the United States, Canada and France. In addition to film screenings and filmmaker Q&A's, the Festival presents panel discussions on topics relevant to film, filmmaking and Cajun and Creole cultures, as well as daily social gatherings with plenty of food, drink, music and conversation.… [more]

7th Cinema on the Bayou Film Festival

by: LCVC

Acadiana Center for the Arts, LITE, Pack and Paddle, Lafayette Parish Library, Lafayette

Wed.-Fri. evenings; All day Sat. & Sun.

Annual five-day film festival at which a wide variety of independent films will be screened with filmmakers in attendance from across the United States and Canada. [more]

From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II

by: Cal Editor

AcA Side Gallery

From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine: Part II focuses on the painting, sculpture and ceramic works in the collection of Burnell Lemoine. He began collecting works in the late 1960s while working as a middle school social studies and language arts teacher in Lafourche Parish public schools. Lemoine amassed more than 1200 individual works of art over the last 40 plus years of which more than 25 works are on display here. In his quest for discovering new works, he often became friendly with artists and the… [more]

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Reflections consists of a number of intricate glass pieces made of multiple laminations, hand beveled and polished. The highly polished surfaces and laminations create a multitude of reflections and refractions that draw the viewer into each piece to explore it from within. The exhibition will run through March 3rd.… [more]

Mardi Gras Exhibit

by: LCVC

1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors

In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February.

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Learn about the vastly different, but equally meaningful ways Mardi Gras is celebrated in the city and the county. Enjoy looking the beautiful and elaborate city costumes and fun and festive country Mardi Gras outfits. Regular admission. Membership honored. … [more]

AcA Presents Creativity @ the Center: Mixed Media Drawing Course

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 24, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [more]

Celebrate Recovery Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

Celebrate Recovery is a Christ-centered 12-step program to help with the hurts, habits, and hang-ups of life. Celebrate Recovery has separate groups for men and women who are chemically dependent, as well as groups for those who are struggling with codependency. A group is also offered for women who have been impacted by abuse as adults or as children. Celebrate Recovery is an on-going weekly ministry and groups meet each Sunday at 4:45 p.m. … [more]

DivorceCare for Kids Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare for Kids helps children heal from the hurt caused by the separation or divorce of their parents. Designed for ages 5-12, each session combines games, story time, dvd dramas, group discussion, music, crafts, and more. Children are engaged and active while participating in a DivorceCare for Kids group. Children make friends with other kids who understand the things they are going through because of the divorce of their parents. This group will meet beginning January 22 each Sunday at 4:00 p.m. f… [more]

DivorceCare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare is for those who are going through the pain of a separation or divorce. The group is led by others who understand the feelings and emotions following a divorce, and who are able to offer encouragement. In DivorceCare people learn to deal with the past and look forward to rebuilding their lives. … [more]

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare is for those who are grieving the death of a spouse, child, family member or friend. In small group discussions participants interact with others who have experienced a recent loss, and learn from their experiences. Each session includes a video with dramatic reenactments about living with grief, real-life stories from people who have experienced losses, or encouragement from experts on grief recovery. … [more]

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

Kerry Griechen's As I Was Strolling Along Exhibit

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

January 13, 2012 - April 13, 2012, Starts: 10:00 AM, Ends: 4:00 PM - [more]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Marais Press is the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Established in 1991 with funding from the University of Louisiana Alumni Association, Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. Each year, the Press invites prominent local, regional, national, and international printmakers and arts to the University to collaborate with students in the printmaking and visual arts programs. As the only program in the state of Louisiana to actively research … [more]

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Prints from the permanent collection of UL's Marais Press, the only university-housed printmaking press in Louisiana. Marais Press is an edition-producing press housed in the Department of Visual Arts. [more]

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

An engaging storyteller both visually and aurally, New Orleans artist George Schmidt brings to life myths, tales, and scandals from Louisiana history in his provocative paintings, prints, and drawings. [more]

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[more]

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.

Vote Lafayette as The South's Tastiest Town

by: Cal Editor

Southern Living Magazine

Vote Lafayette as The South's Tastiest Town

Vote for Lafayette in Southern Living's The South's Tastiest Town Awards. [more]

Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries

by: LCVC

Lafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.

Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C

This 7,000 square foot exhibit rethinks preconceptions about how dinosaurs lived and eventually died. Filled with full skeletal casts, interactives and a full-scale diarama, this exhibit will shed new light on prehistory as we know it. [more]

Uros House by Grimanesa Amoros

by: LCVC

University Art Museum, 710 E. St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette.

Tu-Th 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; F 9 a.m.-noon; Sa 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

This 12 foot sculpture is inspired by structures built by the Uros Indians in Peru in which the artist makes use of sculpture, video and lighting to create works that illuminate our notions of personal identity and community. [more]

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Elemore Morgan, Jr. (1931 2008) was a renowned artist in Louisiana. Known primarily as a landscape painter, Morgan was also a beloved and influential teacher. As a member of the University of Louisiana (known then as the University of Southwest Louisiana) Art Department for over thirty years, Morgans influence as a mentor was profound. The University Art Museum will honor the artist and teacher with an exhibition of works by artists who credit Morgan as their artistic mentor. These artists tell the story… [more]

Scout Saturday

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

8:00 - 8:00 CST

From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [more]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 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!!

Sunday, Jan 29, 2012

LSU at Vanderbilt (Women's Basketball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away: Nashville, Tenn. (Memorial Gym)

2:00 PM

[more]

Cinderella Open Audition

by: Cal Editor

Grand Opera House of the South

1 p.m.

Auditions for The Acadia Players Production of Rodgers & Hammersteins Cinderella will be held at The Grand Opera House of the South in Crowley,LA, January 29, 2012 from 1p.m. To 3:30p.m. and January 30 & 31, 2012 from 6 to 8:30 pm. Casting will include approximately 7 women, 4 men, 12 extras ages 12 and up and a Young Cinderella age 12 to 14. Children must be age 12 as of February 1, 2012. Those wishing to audition must arrive by 5:30 pm to complete the required paperwork and be prepared to take a headshot. Please come prepared with a song of choice acapella, with recording(karaoke), or sheet music 16 measures minimum. Performances will be held at The Grand Opera House of the South June 14-17, 2012. Rehearsal schedule will be given at auditions. For audition and performance information, contact Logan Frederick 337-523-5007 or at lgfred2011@yahoo.com

LSU at California (Men's Tennis)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away: Berkeley, Calif. (Hellman Tennis Complex)

12:00 PM

[more]

AcA Presents Film @ the Center: Cinema on the Bayou

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

6:00 PM

Sunday, January 29, 2012 from 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. [more]

Leroy Thomas & Zydeco Road Runners

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

January 29, 2012, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Bal du dimanche Leroy Thomas & Zydeco Road Runners [more]

Bla du dimanche with Leroy Thomas & Zydeco Road Runners

by: LCVC

Vermilionville, 300 Fisher Rd., Lafayette

1-4 p.m.

Admission: $5 admission. Does not i

Dance the afternoon away with Leroy Thomas & Zydeco Road Runners at Vermilionville's weekly Sunday Dance. Refreshments will be available for this smoke-free all ages show at Vermilionville's Performance Center.

Cinema on the Bayou

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
Sunday, January 29, 2012. [more]

Epiphany Day School Open House - Campus Tours

by: Cal Editor

Epiphany Day School 120 Jefferson St., New Iberia

2:00pm-4:00pm

Campus Tours Back to School. Welcome at 2:15 p.m. and tours begin at 2:30 p.m. Tour groups rotate through a class schedule including specialists/enrichments. Total tour time - 70 minutes [more]

CYT presents Willy Wonka

by: Cal Editor

Angelle Auditorium, 601 E. St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

3:00pm

Admission: $12/Online, $14/Door

Martin Luther King , Jr. Commemorative March

by: Cal Editor

Notre Dame Catholic Church, located at 201 Gary St., St. Martinville

Due to unforeseen circumstances, this years Martin Luther King, Jr. commemorative march has been rescheduled for Sunday, January 29. The march will gather at Notre Dame Catholic Church, located at 201 Gary St. The march will conclude at the JCEP gymnasium, located at 1120 S. Martin Luther King Jr Drive. For more information, contact Notre Dame Catholic Church at (337) 394-3084.… [more]

Music of Acadiana presents Steve Riley & David Greely

by: Cal Editor

Nunus in Arnaudville, 1510 Hwy 93, Arnaudville

2:00pm

Join Steve Riley and David Greely for an intimate afternoon of Cajun French music and stories from their more than 20 years of musical collaboration and friendship. [more]

Women's Tennis at UAB/Samford

by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Sports

Birmingham, Ala.

8:30 AM

[more]

4th Annual Global Game Jam

by: Cal Editor

LITE Center

5:00pm

7th Cinema On The Bayou Film Festival

by: Rebecca Hudsmith

101 Duclos St., Lafayette, Louisiana

Admission: None

7th Cinema on the Bayou Film Festival

by: LCVC

Acadiana Center for the Arts, LITE, Pack and Paddle, Lafayette Parish Library, Lafayette

Wed.-Fri. evenings; All day Sat. & Sun.

Annual five-day film festival at which a wide variety of independent films will be screened with filmmakers in attendance from across the United States and Canada. [more]

From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II

by: Cal Editor

AcA Side Gallery

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Mardi Gras Exhibit

by: LCVC

1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

AcA Presents Creativity @ the Center: Mixed Media Drawing Course

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 24, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [more]

Celebrate Recovery Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare for Kids Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

Kerry Griechen's As I Was Strolling Along Exhibit

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

January 13, 2012 - April 13, 2012, Starts: 10:00 AM, Ends: 4:00 PM - [more]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[more]

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.

Vote Lafayette as The South's Tastiest Town

by: Cal Editor

Southern Living Magazine

Vote for Lafayette in Southern Living's The South's Tastiest Town Awards. [more]

Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries

by: LCVC

Lafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.

Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C

Uros House by Grimanesa Amoros

by: LCVC

University Art Museum, 710 E. St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette.

Tu-Th 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; F 9 a.m.-noon; Sa 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Scout Saturday

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

8:00 - 8:00 CST

From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [more]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp

Monday, Jan 30, 2012

Auditions for Cinderella

by: Cal Editor

Grand Opera House of the South

6 p.m.

LSU vs. Minnesota or San Diego (Men's Tennis)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home: Berkeley, Calif. (Hellman Tennis Complex)

TBA

[more]

Powerpoint:

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

1:00 PM

Meets once for a one-hour session.Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classesMaterial covered: Learn how to develop PowerPoint slide presentations using various backgrounds, charts, and text animations. Walk-in sign-up begins Tuesday, January 3, at9:00 am.; Telephone Sign-Up begins at 10:00 am.Call 981-1028 to register or for more information..… [more]

High Flying Mardi Gras Flag Craft

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

4:00 PM

Students ages 5 - 12 will create a colorful Mardi Grasflag with a shiny crown, feathers, and lots of sparklingsequins. Preregister your child by calling the librarylocation nearest you beginning Monday, January 9.Youngsville Jan 18 3:30 856-9385Milton Jan 19 3:30 856-5261Jefferson St. Jan 26 4:00 261-5779South Reg Jan 30 4:00 981-1028Take It and Make It Craft:Kids can pick up a Take It and Make It craft kit, whilesupplies last, during the week of January 23-27 at thefollowing library locati… [more]

Chenier Story Times

by: Lafayette Public Library

Chenier Branch

10:30 AM

Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration is required but groups need to call (337)291-2941 to insure available space. [more]

Powerpoint:

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

9:30 AM

High Flying Mardi Gras Flag Craft

by: Cal Editor

South Regional Library

4:00pm

Students ages 512 will create a colorful Mardi Gras flag with a shiny crown, feathers, and lots of sparkling sequins. Preregister your child by calling the South Regional Library at 981-1028.

UL Black History Month Kickoff with Ernest Gaines

by: Cal Editor

UL Student Union Ballroom, UL Campus

6:00pm

Admission: Free

UL Lafayette will pay tribute to renowned author and UL Lafayette writer-in-residence emeritus Ernest Gaines during its seventh annual Black History kickoff celebration. Gains will hold a special question-and-answer session with guests. The event will also feature performances by actor Roger J. Timber who will portray Gaines as a young boy and as an adult as well as certain characters from two of Gaines books: The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pitmann and A Lesson Before Dying. … [more]

From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II

by: Cal Editor

AcA Side Gallery

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Mardi Gras Exhibit

by: LCVC

1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

AcA Presents Creativity @ the Center: Mixed Media Drawing Course

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 24, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [more]

Celebrate Recovery Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare for Kids Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

Kerry Griechen's As I Was Strolling Along Exhibit

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

January 13, 2012 - April 13, 2012, Starts: 10:00 AM, Ends: 4:00 PM - [more]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[more]

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.

Vote Lafayette as The South's Tastiest Town

by: Cal Editor

Southern Living Magazine

Vote for Lafayette in Southern Living's The South's Tastiest Town Awards. [more]

Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries

by: LCVC

Lafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.

Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C

Uros House by Grimanesa Amoros

by: LCVC

University Art Museum, 710 E. St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette.

Tu-Th 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; F 9 a.m.-noon; Sa 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Scout Saturday

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

8:00 - 8:00 CST

From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [more]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp

Tuesday, Jan 31, 2012

Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

4:00 PM

For all agesSTORY TIME is a special time for families toenjoy stories together. Check out the variousprograms at the different library locations listedin this calendar. [more]

S. Regional Toddler Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

10:30 AM

Fifteen-minute story sessions geared to children 18-35 months.Adults must accompany toddlers. [more]

Broussard Branch Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

Broussard Branch

10:00 AM

Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration is required but groups need to call(337) 837-3936 to insure available space. [more]

S. Regional Baby Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

9:30 AM

Baby Time is designed to introducemothers, fathers, or caregivers and babiesages 9-18 months to nursery rhymes, songs,fingerplays, and early literacy information.To preregister or for info, call 988-3412. [more]

"Cinderella" Open Audition

by: Cal Editor

Grand Opera House of the South

6:00pm

UL School of Music presents Guest Artist Recitals

by: Cal Editor

Ducrest-Gilfry Auditorium at Angelle Hall, UL Campus

7:30pm

Admission: Free

The UL Lafayette School of Music and Performing Arts will present a guest artist recital by Carol Lines, soprano and Megan Reilly, pianist in the Ducrest-Gilfry Auditorium in Angelle Hall on the campus of the UL Lafayette campus. The performance is free to the public. Call 482-6012 for more information.

South Louisiana International Trade Initiative

by: LEDA

11:00 AM

South Louisiana International Trade Initiative

[more]

Imago Theater - ZOOZOO

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM CST

From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012. [more]

ZooZoo, presented by Imago Theatre

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012. [more]

AcA Presents Imago Theatres ZooZoo a Circus, a Zoo and a World

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012. [more]

AcA Presents Student Exhibitions in the ArtHouse/Circle Gallery

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, February 14, 2012. [more]

From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II

by: Cal Editor

AcA Side Gallery

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Mardi Gras Exhibit

by: LCVC

1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Transitions Through the Grief of Losing a Child

by: Cal Editor

Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center

Beginning in January we will have a six-week support group for those grieving the loss of a child. A time to share with and learn from others will be provided. Topics Include: emotions of grief, self-care memories, finding support, creative coping, journeying on. The meetings be held in the Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center. Please call 337-232-1234 for details and to register.

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [more]

AcA Presents Creativity @ the Center: Mixed Media Drawing Course

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 24, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [more]

Celebrate Recovery Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare for Kids Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

Kerry Griechen's As I Was Strolling Along Exhibit

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

January 13, 2012 - April 13, 2012, Starts: 10:00 AM, Ends: 4:00 PM - [more]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[more]

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.

Vote Lafayette as The South's Tastiest Town

by: Cal Editor

Southern Living Magazine

Vote for Lafayette in Southern Living's The South's Tastiest Town Awards. [more]

Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries

by: LCVC

Lafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.

Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C

Uros House by Grimanesa Amoros

by: LCVC

University Art Museum, 710 E. St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette.

Tu-Th 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; F 9 a.m.-noon; Sa 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Scout Saturday

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

8:00 - 8:00 CST

From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [more]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp

Wednesday, Feb 1, 2012

Regular Board Meeting

by: Lafayette Parish School System

11:30 AM

02/01/12 5:30pm Regular Board Meeting The agenda for this meeting and minutes of previous meetings can be found at esb.lpssonline.com [more]

LEDA Networking Luncheon

by: LEDA

11:30 AM

Are you looking for an inexpensive way to market your business and network with others? The LEDA Networking Luncheon offers you the chance to get your word out to over a hundred people, all for the cost of a buffet lunch ($15). Each month several guest speakers from local businesses get the chance to give a three-minute presentation to promote their products or services. We also pass around the “roaming mic," and everyone in the audience has the opportunity to stand up and tell us their name and the name… [more]

Going Gray and Looking Gorgeous

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:30 PM

Professional hair and personal stylist SusanPalumbo will help women transition the phaseof life when graying. She will address hairstyles that flatter face shapes, wardrobe colors,skin care, make-up, and psychological factors. She willhold three fun and informative sessions which requirepreregistration. Preregistered patrons attend all three sessions.You may preregister by phone, 981-1028, or online atlafayettepubliclibrary.org beginning Tuesday, January 3, at9:00 am. Dates: Wednesdays, January 18, 25, February 16… [more]

S. Regional Bedtime Stories

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:00 PM

This program is a nighttime version of Family Story Time.No preregistration required. Bedtime Stories: 6:00 pmThese other story times will be in French ...January: 18February: 1, and 15. [more]

NRL Teen Poetry Night

by: Lafayette Public Library

North Regional Library

6:00 PM

For all young poets out there whowould like to speak their minds,this night is for you. Join the spokenword group, Project SOUND, for anight filled with reading, writing, andexpressing yourself through poetry.This poetry night is for ages 13–18.For more information, call the NorthRegional Library at 896-6323.… [more]

S. Regional Toddler Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

10:30 AM

Fifteen-minute story sessions geared to children 18-35 months.Adults must accompany toddlers. [more]

S. Regional Baby Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

9:30 AM

Going Gray and Looking Gorgeous

by: Cal Editor

South Regional Library Meeting Room

6:30pm-8:30pm

Professional hair and personal stylist Susan Palumbo will help women transition the phase of life when graying. She will address hair styles that flatter face shapes, wardrobe colors, skin care, make-up, and psychological factors. She will hold three fun and informative sessions which require preregistration. Preregistered patrons attend all three sessions. You may preregister by phone at 981-1028 or by going online.… [more]

"Cinderella" Open Audition

by: Cal Editor

Grand Opera House of the South

6:00pm

Business Opportunities in Thailand Luncheon

by: Cal Editor

Petroleum Club, Oil Center

11:30am

Admission: $20

The New Orleans U.S. Export Assistance Center and Le Centre International de Lafayette, the international trade division of the Lafayette Consolidated Government, cordially invite you to a luncheon about trade opportunities in Thailand.Ms. Wanwemol Charukultharvash, Commercial Specialist at the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand, will discuss the Thai market and current opportunities for Louisiana companies as well as best methods for doing business in this vibrant economy. The U.S. Commercial Service in Thailand also has regional coverage for both Laos and Cambodia. There are a limited number of seats available, and advance registration is required for this event, along with a payment of $20 per person. For more information or directions to the venue, please contact: Delilah DeSouza, Senior International Trade Specialist, New Orleans U.S. Export Assistance Center, U.S. Commercial Service - Tel: 504-915-3301 / Delilah.desouza@trade.gov or Vanessa Paredes, International Business Specialist, Le Centre International de Lafayette, Tel: 337-291-5487 / vparedes@lafayettela.gov

Black Superheroes: An Exhibit of Comic Books

by: Lafayette Public Library

North Regional Library

Library patrons will be able to view covers or interior artwork of selected comic books in order to gain an appreciation of these worksExhibit Dates: February 1-29 [more]

Filming of the movie "Middle Man"

by: Cal Editor

El Sid O's Zydeco & Blues Club, 1523 N. St. Antoine

7:00pm

Admission: Free

Visit El Sid O's and be a part of Dat Tim's comedy "Middle Man" for the filming of the club scene. For more information contact the Middle Man staff at 337-240-6072. [more]

Women's Basketball vs Denver

by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Sports

Earl K. Long Gym

7:00 PM

[more]

Doing Business in Thailand

by: LEDA

11:30 AM

[more]

Mardi Gras exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Alexander Mouton House

In addition to the beautiful Mardi Gras room which is available year round, The Alexandre Mouton House (Lafayette Museum) is hosting a collection of stunning costumes and other Mardi Gras memorabilia. The collection is on loan from past royalty and members of various Mardi Gras Krewes. The exhibit will run throughout February. The museum is located in downtown Lafayette at 1122 Lafayette Street, and is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. For more information on the exhibit, or to book group tours or private parties, please call 234-2208.

Mardi Gras Regalia on Display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, February 01, 2012 to Wednesday, February 29, 2012. [more]

Imago Theater - ZOOZOO

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts

7:00 PM - 10:00 PM CST

From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012. [more]

ZooZoo, presented by Imago Theatre

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012. [more]

AcA Presents Imago Theatres ZooZoo a Circus, a Zoo and a World

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Wednesday, February 01, 2012. [more]

AcA Presents Student Exhibitions in the ArtHouse/Circle Gallery

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, February 14, 2012. [more]

From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II

by: Cal Editor

AcA Side Gallery

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Mardi Gras Exhibit

by: LCVC

1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas

In recognition of Black History Month, the Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center will feature an exhibit by Four Artistic Visions: Darlene A. Moore, Randell Henry, Ronald B. Kennedy, and Ella Guillory. The exhibit is scheduled from February 1st through March 31, 2012.… [more]

Transitions Through the Grief of Losing a Child

by: Cal Editor

Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [more]

AcA Presents Creativity @ the Center: Mixed Media Drawing Course

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 24, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [more]

Celebrate Recovery Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare for Kids Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

Kerry Griechen's As I Was Strolling Along Exhibit

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

January 13, 2012 - April 13, 2012, Starts: 10:00 AM, Ends: 4:00 PM - [more]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[more]

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.

Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries

by: LCVC

Lafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.

Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Scout Saturday

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

8:00 - 8:00 CST

From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [more]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp

Thursday, Feb 2, 2012

Ballet Memphis

by: Performing Arts Society of Acadiana

Heymann Performing Arts Center

7:30 pm

Admission: $40, $35, & $25 plus

Thu, Feb 2, 2012 7:30 pm Heymann Performing Arts Center Lafayette, LA:The prestigious Ford Foundation calls Ballet Memphis a must-see troupe and a national treasure of the cultural world. Against an eclectic musical backdrop of Roy Orbison, Mozart and Philip Glass, Ballet Memphis and its dozen dancers will perform S'Epanouir and In Dreams on PASA's main stage. Whether your taste is for the classic or the modern, the groundbreaking or the fairytale, the outstanding joys or the ones hidden in your heart, Bal… [more]

LSU vs. Florida (Women's Basketball)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home: Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)

6:00 PM

[more]

Cajun Ground Hog Day

by: LCVC

Boulingy Plaza, 102 W Main St, New Iberia

7:30 a.m.

Admission: Free

Pierre C. Shadeaux, our Cajun Ground Hog "No Wait He Is A Nutria!" will come out to tell Acadiana if winter will leave shortly or stick around for six more weeks. Shadeaux or no Shadeaux no one knows till Pierre C. lets us know what he sees when he ventures from his Cajun cottage after his first cup of coffee promptly at 7:30 a.m.

LSU vs. Clemson (Men's Tennis)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home: Baton Rouge, La. ('Dub' Robinson Stadium)

1:00 PM

[more]

Movie Night for Adults: Shaft

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

6:00 PM

In honor of Black History Month, and just in time for the Oscar season, the South Regional Library offers free showings of five films, spanning the 1960s to the present, that mark record achievements for African American actors and filmmakers.Thursday, February 2 at 6:00 pmShaft [1971, 100 minutes, Rated R]This classic crime thriller features Isaac HayesOscar-winning theme song, the first Original Songaward for a black composer.… [more]

Awesome African Masks Craft

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

4:00 PM

In honor of Black History Month, students,ages 5 - 12 years, will make an African-style mask and decorate it with yarn and beads. Preregistration begins Monday, January 23. To preregister, call the South Regional Library at 981-1028. At all of the other nine Lafayette Public Library locations, Take-It-and-Make-It craft kits will be distributed during the week of February 27 through March 2.… [more]

South Regional Family Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

South Regional Library

10:30 AM

Family Story Time includes storytelling, music, and educational activities for all ages. No preregistration required. [more]

Milton Branch Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

Milton Branch

10:30 AM

Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration required but groups need to call (337)856-5261 to insure available space. [more]

Story Castle

by: Lafayette Public Library

Jefferson St Library at Children's Department

10:30 AM

Story Castle is for children 3 through 6 year olds and an accompanying adult. [more]

Youngsville Branch Story Time

by: Lafayette Public Library

Youngsville Branch

9:30 AM

Story times for ages 3-6 are offered at several Branches. No preregistration required but groups need to call [337]856-9385ahead to insure available space. [more]

02/02/2012 - Annual Banquet 2012

by: Chamber of Commerce
2011 has been a great year for Lafayette. We'll celebrate our successes as both a Chamber of Commerce and a community at the Annual Banquet the evening of February 2, 2012, at the CAJUNDOME Convention Center. Joining us as we Celebrate Lafayette will be keynote speaker Gary Luquette, President of Chevron North America Exploration and Production Co. As noted by the 2012 Chamber Chairman, Jerry Greig, Mr. Luquette's attendance is a tribute to Chevron's commitment to our community. C… [more]

Visual Presentation by Lynda Frese with poetry by Darrell Bourqu

by: Cal Editor

Casa Azul Gifts, 232 ML King Drive, Grand Coteau

7:00pm-9:30pm

Admission: Free

CONTACT: Patrice Melnick, Casa Azul: (337) 662-1032 or festivalwords@gmail.com Casa Azul Gifts in Grand Coteau visual artist Lynda Frese will give a talk followed by a book signing for her new publication Pacha Mama: earth realm. The artist will share recent images from the Peruvian Amazon and other off-the-grid experiences that helped shape the environmental themes of her work. She will discuss the significance and process of using egg tempera paints, employed by Renaissance artists, to create jewel-like skins over her collaged photographs. The poet Darrell Bourque will read poetry from the book. For more information contact Patrice at (337) 662-1032 or festivalwords@gmail.com.

Lourdes Health & Wellness Fair

by: Cal Editor

Comeaux Recreation Center - Magnolia Room Beaullieu Park, 411 W. Bluebird Drive

8:00am-11:00am

The fair, designed for those who are 65 and older, will offer free health and wellness screenings for cholesterol/blood pressure/stroke/Osteoporosis/kidney disease as well as health experts to discuss diabetes, fitness and nutrition. Overnight fasting is required for the cholesterol screening; mailed results will report total cholesterol, HDL, LDL, Triglycerides, and glucose and will be administered while supplies last. Sponsored by Our Lady of Lourdes Regional Medical Center and Lafayette Parks & Recreation Department. For more information contact Meg Chase, Community Relations, Our Lady of Lourdes, 337-470-4109 or email Info@LourdesRMC.com.

Wine Dinner at Bonnie Bell's Bistro

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

Bonnie Bell's Bistro

9:00 PM

Thursday, February 02, 2012 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM. [more]

IPL Hardware Hearts

by: Cal Editor

Iberia Parish Main Library, 445 E. Main St., New Iberia

6:30pm

Calling all teens for a different kind of valentine craft this Valentines Day. The Iberia Parish Library is hosting a Hardware Hearts workshop for all teens ages 12-17. These heart crafts will be constructed from nails, metal wire, and many other hardware items. This craft is not for the faint of heart! All you need to bring is a friend and your savvy craftsmanship. The workshop will be held at the Main Library on Thursday, February 2 at 6:30 p.m. You must register, so make sure to call the Main Library … [more]

Men's Basketball vs Denver

by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Sports

Cajundome

7:05 PM

[more]

Tune & Jam with Mitch Reed & Steve Riley

by: Cal Editor

The Front Room, 1301 Ave. A, Scott

6:00pm-8:00pm

Admission: $15

Steve Riley and Mitch Reed team up to offer this unique Cajun music class. One song is taught with Steve instructing the accordion players and Mitch teaching the fiddlers. At the end of the lesson both classes get together to Jam on the new tune. This is a great way to learn about Cajun music in a fun and relaxed atmosphere from two of the best teachers playing in Acadiana today. For more information contact Mitch Reed at 337-258-2333. … [more]

Fiddle for Kids

by: Cal Editor

The Front Room, 1301 Ave. A, Scott

5:00pm-5:45pm

Admission: $15

Kids with a variety of fiddling abilities learn to play new tunes while discovering diverse musical genres. For more information or to enroll contact Mitch Reed at 337-258-2333. [more]

Mardi Gras exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Alexander Mouton House

Mardi Gras Regalia on Display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, February 01, 2012 to Wednesday, February 29, 2012. [more]

AcA Presents Student Exhibitions in the ArtHouse/Circle Gallery

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, February 14, 2012. [more]

From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II

by: Cal Editor

AcA Side Gallery

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Mardi Gras Exhibit

by: LCVC

1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas

Transitions Through the Grief of Losing a Child

by: Cal Editor

Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [more]

AcA Presents Creativity @ the Center: Mixed Media Drawing Course

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 24, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [more]

Celebrate Recovery Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare for Kids Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

Kerry Griechen's As I Was Strolling Along Exhibit

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

January 13, 2012 - April 13, 2012, Starts: 10:00 AM, Ends: 4:00 PM - [more]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[more]

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.

Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries

by: LCVC

Lafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.

Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Scout Saturday

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

8:00 - 8:00 CST

From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [more]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp

Friday, Feb 3, 2012

LSU vs. Kentucky (Gymnastics)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Home: Baton Rouge, La. (Maravich Center)

7:00 PM

[more]

LSU at New Balance Invitational (IN) (Day 1) (Track and Field)

by: Louisiana State University Sports

Away: New York, N.Y. (New Balance Track & Field Center)

TBA

[more]

Krewe des Chiens - People Ball

by: LCVC

Abacus, Lafayette

7 p.m.

Admission: $45 per person

[more]

Matt Maher in Concert

by: Heymann Center

Heymann Performing Arts Center / Lafayette

07:30 PM

Christian singer and songwriter Matt Maher will be in concert for one night only at the Heymann Performing Arts Center. Mr. Maher is well known for the songs he has written such as Alive Again, Your Grace is Enough and As it is in Heaven. Opening for Mr. Maher is Audrey Assad. Come out to the Heymann to see these amazing artists and hear their inspirational and uplifting music.… [more]

Powerpoint:

by: Lafayette Public Library

North Regional Library

9:30 AM

Meets once for a one-hour session.Prerequisite: Introduction to Computing Using Windows classesMaterial covered: Learn how to develop PowerPoint slide presentations using various backgrounds, charts, and text animations. Walk-in and telephone sign-up begins Tuesday,January 3, at 9:00 am. Call 896-6323 to register orfor more information.… [more]

Hamilton Loomis DVD Release Party

by: Cal Editor

Blue Moon Saloon

[more]

Connections Networking - A Conversion Experience

by: Cal Editor

Buffet City, 120 Curran Lane

12:00pm

Arlene Hebert will be the guest speaker at the Connections Womens Networking Group meeting. She will share her conversion experience from a registered nurse to a very successful author of childrens books. Please join us for a wonderful networking experience. Networking begins at 11:30 a.m. For reservations, call 236-8252 by 12:00 noon on Thursday, February 2, 2012.

Boys & Girls Club Running of the Ducks

by: Cal Editor

The Shed BBQ & Blues Joint, Scott

5:00pm-9:30pm

Join the Boys & Girls Club of Acadiana for fun, food and drinks. There will also be entertainment by Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Band. For more information or call 268-9555 or email dardoin@bgcacadiana.com or ebrunson@bgcacadiana.com

Track and Field at Jeff Davis Bank Invite

by: University of Louisiana at Lafayette - Sports

Lake Charles, La.

12:00 AM

[more]

"Race" by David Mamet

by: Cal Editor

Cite Des Arts

7:30pm

Admission: $10

Loren Farmer and the Eavesdrop Theatre will produce the tense new drama by David Mamet called "Race" at Cit des Arts on February 3, 4, 5, 10, 11, & 12. Evening performances will be at 7:30 p.m., Sunday matinees will be at 2 p.m. Tickets are $10. For more information or to purchase tickets, call Cit des Arts, 337-291-1122, go to www.citedesarts.org or purchase at the door. David Mamet tackles Americas most controversial topic in a provocative new tale of sex, guilt, and bold accusation. Two law… [more]

Mardi Gras exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Alexander Mouton House

Mardi Gras Regalia on Display at the Alexandre Mouton House

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Wednesday, February 01, 2012 to Wednesday, February 29, 2012. [more]

AcA Presents Student Exhibitions in the ArtHouse/Circle Gallery

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, February 14, 2012. [more]

From the Collection of Burnell Lemoine II

by: Cal Editor

AcA Side Gallery

Reflections by Wess Koon

by: Cal Editor

AcA Vault Gallery

Mardi Gras Exhibit

by: LCVC

1122 Lafayette St., Lafayette

10 a.m.-4 p.m.

Admission: $4 Admission; $3 Seniors

A Tale of Two Mardi Gras

by: Cal Editor

Vermilionville Performance Center

10:00am-4:00pm

Admission: Free

Four Artistic Visions exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Opelousas Museum & Interpretive Center, 315 N. Main St., Opelousas

Transitions Through the Grief of Losing a Child

by: Cal Editor

Hospice of Acadiana Conference Center

Mixed Media Drawing Course Led by Erin Broussard

by: Acadiana Center for the Arts
From Tuesday, January 31, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [more]

AcA Presents Creativity @ the Center: Mixed Media Drawing Course

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited
From Tuesday, January 24, 2012 to Tuesday, March 20, 2012. [more]

Celebrate Recovery Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare for Kids Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

DivorceCare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

GriefShare Support Group

by: Cal Editor

First Baptist Church, 1100 Lee Ave., Lafayette

4:00pm

Kerry Griechen's As I Was Strolling Along Exhibit

by: Bayou Vermilion District

Vermilionville

10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

January 13, 2012 - April 13, 2012, Starts: 10:00 AM, Ends: 4:00 PM - [more]

Marais Press: Collaborative Explorations 1992-2009

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

LA Printers - Marais Press

by: LCVC

Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 East St. Mary Blvd., Lafayette

Tues.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Fri. 9 a.m.-noon, Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $4, S

Satire, Scandal, and Spectacle: The Art of George Schmidt

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Louisiana Collection Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Hilliard University Art Museum

[more]

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.

Dinosaurs: Ancient Fossils, New Discoveries

by: LCVC

Lafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson St., Lafayette.

Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m.

Admission: Adults $5, Seniors $3, C

Morgan as Mentor: 1965-1998 Exhibit

by: Cal Editor

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum

Admission: Free

Scout Saturday

by: Downtown Lafayette Unlimited

8:00 - 8:00 CST

From Saturday, October 08, 2011 to Saturday, October 13, 2012. [more]

Bayou Cruise & Culture Tour

by: LCVC

1905 Verot School Rd., Lafayette, LA 70508

9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Admission: Deluxe Tour $130 for 2pp

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