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EPT presents ‘Red, White & Tuna’
Eunice Player’s Theatre will present “Red, White and Tuna” beginning Thursday.
The presentation, by Jaston Williams, Joe Sears, and Ed Howard will be Thursday, Friday, Saturday, July 30, and Aug. 2, a dinner theater will be offered; Aug. 4, Aug. 5 and Aug. 6.
The play is directed by Ching Wasmuth and will star Dr. Kevin Miller and Van Reed.
Evening performances begin at 7 p.m., and Sunday performances begin at 2 p.m.
Call for reservations: 337-376-6610 or 866-856 3653.

Unity Family offers Children’s Ministry
The Unity Family Worship Center located at 1220 E. Maple, in Eunice will offer Children’s Ministry every Wednesday from 10 a.m. until noon. until school starts.
It’s a free event and gives children the opportunity to study God’s word. Lunch is provided. The children’s study is designed for children ages 4-12.
Information, details: call Tiefernie Citizen at 466-6091 or Mary Citizen at 550-5846.

CFMA scholarship to be awarded
The CFMA (Cajun French Music Association) Acadiana Charter Chapter will award a $500 scholarship beginning in the fall semester ($250 per semester). Applicants need to write a 500-word essay telling why they should be awarded a scholarship and what they know about the Cajun Culture, and why it is important to keep the present generation involved in the culture.
A transcript of grades from last school attended and proof of enrollment for the fall semester is required.
Deadline to apply is Aug. 7. More Information can be mailed to CFMA, P.O. Box 1427, Eunice, LA 70535 or brought to monthly meeting on Aug. 7 at the Northwest Center in Eunice.
Information, and more details, call Greg Brown at 337-230-8121 or Beverly Vidrine at 337-457-4373.

Southern Styles & Cuts free haircuts
The Southern Styles & Cuts, at 554 Aymond St. in Eunice, will have free haircuts for kids on Monday, Aug. 7 from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m.

Coushatta Casino entertainment set
Paula All, entertainment coordinator with Coushatta Casino Resort post June and July Mikko Live entertainment schedule:
Thursday: Bernie Alan, from 7 to 11 p.m.
Friday: Troy Laz Band, from 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.
Saturday: Troy Laz Band, from 9 p.m. to 2:30 a.m.

Eunice Farmers’ Market open
The Eunice Farmers’ Market is meeting on South 2nd Street from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. For more information, call Sanford Wood at 337-457-0607.

Boy Scout Troop 425 recruitment drive
The Boy Scout Troop 425 is conducting a recruiting drive for boys interested in joining Scouting.
The age group being targeted for recruitment are boys aged 11 through 13. Boy Scout Troop 425 is based in Eunice and is sponsored by VFW Post 8971, also in Eunice.
Information, details: contact Scoutmaster Randy Leger at 337-288-9601or 337-457-9053 and leave a message if no answer.

Rendez-Vous De Cajuns at Liberty
The Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler Au Rendez-Vous De Cajuns is scheduled at the Liberty every Saturday from 6 p.m. until 7:30 p.m. with live entertainment.
The Liberty opens at 4 p.m. the show begins at 6 p.m.
Admission is $5 for general admission.
For the month of August the bands will include:
Aug. 5: Ronnie Matthews & Throwdown
Aug. 12: Terry & The Zydeco Bad Boys
Aug. 19: Jay Cormier & Cajun Born
Aug. 26: Yvette Landry & Richard Comeaux.

Greater True Light Chorus Aug. 19
The Greater True Light Baptist Church in Eunnice will celebrate its 16th year Annual Male Chorus Musical on Saturday, Aug. 19 at 6 p.m.
On Sunday, Aug. 20 at 8:30 a.m. service the church will have its 19th annual Brotherhood Men’s Day Service.
The public is invited. The church is located at 341 Anne Street in Eunice.

Free child car seat installation
Free installation of child car safety seats is being offered from 4 to 6 p.m. every Monday at Word Ministries, 1960 W. Laurel Ave., Eunice.
The seats will be installed by a nationally certified technicians.