Small business workshop set
Small Business Administration representative Heidi Melancon will hold training on services they provide for new small business and anyone interested in starting a new business from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 21 in the Continuing Education Building (Room C-116 and C-205) ).
The workshop is organized through the Eunice Economic Development Council.
St Landry Homestead is sponsoring the working lunch for the event.
Anyone with questions or needing more information should contact James “Donnie” Fontenot at eunicecomputersolutions@gmail.com or call 858-200-5149.
CFMA offers scholarship
The CFMA (Cajun French Music Association) Acadiana Charter Chapter will award a $500 scholarship starting in the fall semester, $250 per semester.
Those interested, Applicants need to write a 500 word essay telling the chapter why they should be awarded the scholarship and what they know about the Cajun Culture, and why it is important to keep the present generation involved in the Cajun culture. A transcript of grades from last school attended and proof of enrollment for the semester needs to be included.
Deadline to apply is Sept. 4. All information can be mailed to CFMA, P.O. Box 1427, Eunice, LA 70535 or brought to Greg Brown or Beverly Vidrine.
Individuals already attending college are eligible and you do not have to be a recent high school graduate, and you do not have to be a CFMA member or relative.
Information, details, call: Greg Brown at 337-230-8121 or Beverly Vidrine at 337-457-4373.
VFW Post 8971 Vets Appreciation Fun Day
The VFW Post 8971 Veteran’s Appreciation Family Fun Day will be held from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday, Sept. 3, at the VFW Hall, across from Eunice High School.
There will be fun for the entire family. Bring your DD214 and family. There will be hot dogs, burgers, sno cones, ice cream, fun jumps an much more.
Information, call: 337-368-7792.
Survivorman event set Sept. 14 at ABC
Would your boys know how to get back to civilization if they became lost? They should never be in the wilderness without a buddy, someone to watch their back, hold the other end of the rope, to go for help. Acadian Baptist Center near Richard will present a two-day event, Survivorman, Sept. 14-15, for boys in first through sixth-grade grade and their dads.
The boys will participate in fast-paced, action-packed practical training on avoiding being lost, what to do when lost, and land navigation, as well as other fun activities.
Cost is $45 per person and includes meals and lodging.
For registration information: go to abccamp.com or call 337-457-9047.
LeDoux Library accepts donations
The LeDoux Library on LSUE campus is accepting and collecting book donations and plans are to have a used book sale in conjunction with The Experience Louisiana Festival in October.
Registration for CCD classes at St. Anthony
Registration for Catechism classes at St. Anthony Catholic Church is currently underway. Returning families may register by mail or in person.
All new families will need to register in person during business hours on Monday and Tuesdays.
For more details, information, call, 457-7505.
NAUW uniform drive set
The National Association of University Women, Eunice Branch, is sponsoring a uniform drive. The club members are currently reaching out to the public for donations.
For more information, details, drop off locations, call: Denise Antoine at 337-331-0441 or Ardessie Francois at 337-457-2957.
ELTL fall registration set
The Eunice Ladies Tennis League (ELTL) will hold fall registration beginning Monday and continues through Aug. 24.
Registration can be done at the Eunice City Mayor’s office, or by calling ELTL president Katharine Batiste at 512-658-7858.
The first tennis match will be Sept. 4 and all matches will conclude on Nov. 20. All games are played at 6 p.m. on Tuesdays.
Registration fees are $25 and includes an end of the season tennis banquet.
Anyone 18 years and older are welcomed to play.
For any additional questions or details, call Batiste at 512-658-7858.
Coushatta Casino entertainment set
The entertainment scheduled for Coushatta Casino Resort’s Mikko Live includes the following:
7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 16: Louisiana Express.
9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17: Allie Colleen.
9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 28: Ashton Dupre.
7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 23: Alfred Doucet Band.
9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 24: Blazin Kane.
9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25: Blazin Kane.
7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 30: G.G. Shinn & Louisiana Express.
St. Luke celebrates chorus night Aug. 25
The St. Luke Baptist Church in Vidrine will celebrate Inspirational Chorus 28th annual event beginning at 6 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 25. There will be male chorus, groups, choirs, soloist, and praise team performing.
The pastor of the church is Rev. Lloyd Antoine.
Information: call 337-363-2549 or 331-2370 or 363-4938 or 459-2964.
Annunciation Bazaar set Sept. 15 & 16
The Annunciation Church Bazaar will be held Saturday, Sept. 15 and Sunday, Sept. 16 at the church grounds, located at 4476 Duralde Hwy., Eunice.
There will be bingo and burgers for sale, after 4 p.m. Mass in the church hall, BBQ plate lunches, burgers, cold beverage, a sweet shop, live auction, raffle and much more for the entire family.
For more information, and details, call: Rebecca Cormier at 831-2559 or Monica Joubert at 580-3617.
Miss Eunice sponsors a camp Sept. 8
Miss Eunice Jenna Godeau will sponsor a camp No Child Left Behind at the Acadian Baptist Center from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 8.
There will be activities for children to interact with and they will have the possibility to do things that they never were involved in. Free lunch and a T-shirt will be provided. More information, details, call: (337) 384-8681 or jenna.godeau@yahoo.com
DAV volunteer drivers needed
The DAV (Disabled American Veterans) is in dire need of volunteer drivers to drive veterans from Eunice to Alexandria.
Those interested, and one does Not have to be a veteran, are asked to call Miguel Pousson at 337-396-6392 for more information and details.
Male Chorus Musical set Aug. 18
Greater True Light Baptist Church in Eunice invites the public to its 17th annual Male Chorus Musical at 6 p.m. Aug. 18.
During the church’s 8:30 a.m. service on Aug. 19, the 20th annual Brotherhood Men’s Day service will be recognized with a guest speaker Rev. Neil Citizen of Unity Family Worship Center of Eunice.
The public is invited. Information, call: 457-2679.
Rendez-Vous De Cajuns at Liberty
The Laissez Les Bons Temps Rouler Au Rendez-Vous De Cajuns is scheduled at the Liberty every from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Saturday with live entertainment.
The Liberty opens at 4 p.m. the show begins at 6 p.m.
For the month of August bands include:
Aug. 18: Troy LeJeune & Cajun Revue.
The Liberty performance admission is $5 at the door.
Benefit grants dreams to children
LAFAYETTE — Dreams Come True of Louisiana asks the public to join them at Acadiana Center for the Arts in Lafayette on Aug. 25 for the second annual Kids on the Katwalk sponsored by Giles Gives Back and 337 Media.
The nonprofit 501c3 organization grants dreams to Louisiana children with life threatening illnesses between the ages 3-18 years of age. Dreams Come True was established 36 years ago, and thanks to the many sponsors and volunteers, they’ve had the ability to make “dreams come true” for many terminally-ill children.
Dreams Kids will be model clothes from local boutiques as they strut the Katwalk for the annual fashion show. In addition to the show, there will also be live and silent auctions, cash bar by Ruffino’s on the River and music by child protégée, DJ Tutu. The event is from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., and tickets may be purchased for $40 a person or $75 per couple. Price includes hors d’oeuvres by Ruffino’s on the River and Another Broken Egg.
The organization is seeking donations of gift certificates or items from local businesses to include in the auction. There are also positions for local boutiques to dress the models for the fashion show, as well as sponsorship opportunities.
— Gold sponsorship is $2,000 and includes: Two tables of eight with a private server, and two bottles of wine.
— Silver sponsorship is $1,000 and includes: One table of eight and one bottle of wine.
— Bronze sponsorship is $500 and includes sponsor recognition.
For more information, contact Becky Prejean, executive director, at 225-614-8197 or email at beckydct@cox.net. Please visit the website at dctofla.com for a list of events to take place and donation/volunteer opportunities.
Concealed handgun classes offered
Non-profit classes for a concealed handgun permit are scheduled Aug. 18, Sept. 15, Oct. 13, Nov. 10, and Dec. 8, at the Masonic Lodge, 211 W. Park Ave., Eunice, according to an announcement from Maj. Eddie Thibodeaux of the St. Landry Parish Sheriff’s Office.
The courses include all the requirements needed for application to the state for a carrying a concealed handgun, but does not include the state fee.
The course cost $100 and a spouse may attend for another $80.
Classes start at 7:30 a.m. and include classroom instruction, applications, notary, fingerprints, firing range, a hot lunch, refreshments all day, and a certificate of completion as required by the state.
The course is taught by certified police instructors.
Participants should bring a photo identification, cash or check, handgun and a box of ammunition.
At this special price, space is limited call for reservations.
For more information or to register, contact the St. Landry Parish Sheriff Training Center at 337- 948-7599.
All proceeds are donated to local charities.
Farmers’ Market open Saturdays
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.
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.
Saturday programs at the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center
Saturday programs at the Prairie Acadian Cultural Center, 250 W. Park Ave., Eunice, are the Explore & Restore craft workshop for kids, from 10 a.m. to noon; Cajun Conversations meets 1 to 2:30 p.m. to learn and practice conversational Cajun French; Music and dancing kicks off at 2:45 p.m. and ends with the cooking demonstration and sampling at 4 p.m. Admission to the center and programs is free.
For more information, call 337-457-8499.
VFW bingo held Thursdays, Sundays
The VFW Post 8971 holds bingo for the public at 7 p.m. every Thursday and Sunday at the VFW Hall located on U.S. 190 East. All proceeds from Bingo games goes back to the community.
Evangeline Parish adult education classes
The Evangeline Parish adult education classes will be offered from 5 to 8 p.m. every Monday at the Basile police station.
Information, details: call adult education office at 363-3653.
Funeral honor guard for vets needs help
A foundation has been set for the St Landry Parish Veteran Funeral Honor Guard and now it needs donations to become a reality, according to Lincoln “Link” Savoie, coordinator.
Donations can be made to American Legion Post 514, In care of Veterans Funeral Honor Guard, P.O. Box 1145, Opelousas, LA, 70571.