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LSUE OLLI upcoming events
The group will have the French table at 9 a.m. Friday in the Community Ed Building, Room 117.
The topic for Friday is clothes washing
The events are free and encouraged to bring a friend.

Town hall meeting on energy
The Alliance for Affordable Energy has scheduled a town hall meeting in Lafayette to educate the public on statewide energy issues such as: changes in solar energy laws; Louisiana Public Service Commission’s recent activity and how it effects other agenda items; and energy efficiency programs.
The town hall is scheduled from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Clifton Cheneir Center Public Library, 220 West Willow St., Buildling C, Lafayette,
For more information, contact Joelle Polisky at 615-516-0358 or visit all4energy.org/.

Auditions tonight for Eunice Players’ Theatre upcoming play
The Eunice Players’ Theatre is seeking three men and seven women for its upcoming spring performance of “Play On” by Rick Abbott. Age range is 16 to 50-60ish.
Auditions are Today at 6:30 p.m. at the Eunice Players’ Theatre at 121 Second Street in downtown Eunice. No experience is required to audition for this comedy under the direction of Jimmy Broussard and Annette Harrington. If you would like to work backstage, come to the auditions to volunteer.
Information: call 337-288-1733.

Coushatta Casino entertainment line-up for February
Paula All, Entertainment Coordinator at Coushatta Casino Resort, releases entertainment line up for February:
Thursday, Feb, 23: Todd O’Neil
Sunday, Feb. 26: Jamie Bergeron & The Kickin’ Cajuns
Monday, Feb. 27: Leroy Thomas & The Zydeco Roadrunner
Tuesday, Feb. 28: Bernie Alan.

Eunice Players’ season tickets now available
The Eunice Players’ Theatre is now selling season tickets for the 2017 season.
A season ticket is $30 and allows the holder to see all three shows for the price of two. Season ticket holders are also given the privilege of making a reservation for a seat for a given night and given voting privileges for the Irving Awards as well as a ticket to attend the awards event.
Patrons may have one’s name or business name on the back of the show programs and will receive four tickets for $100. An Angel will receive 6 tickets for $150 and will also have his or her name or business name on the back of every program.
Season tickets are available from any board member or at David’s Hair Ltd. on Second Street in Eunice.

Annual COA Mardi Gras Dance set Feb. 27
The St. Landry Council on Aging will have its annual Mardi Gras celebration Feb. 27 at the Northwest Community Center from 1- to 3 p.m. with live music from Big J. and the Zydeco Dog Pound.
Admission fee is $2 per person over 60. Anyone under 60 is required to pay $6.
There will be contest with judges on hand for The Best Dancing Male and Female, the Most Traditional Costume, and King and Queen.
Gumbo will be sold at $5 per bowl and refreshments will be served.

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. Laure Ave., Eunice.
The seats will be installed by a nationally certified technicians.

Cooks needed for Tasters Choice
Cooks are needed for the Eunice Community Health Center’s seventh annual Tasters Choice scheduled Feb. 22.
The event is a fundraiser for the Eunice Community Health Center, which provides free health care to people who work, but are unable to pay for their care.
If interested, call Yancy Fontenot at 337-457-1205 or Kitty Cormier at 337- 945-3744.

Parade of Paws set for Feb. 25
There will be a Parade of Paws at 3 p.m. Feb. 25 on South 2nd Street nearby Four Southern Girls store.
The Mardi Gras dog parade is for all canines and their owners. Required Mardi Gras costumes for canines are asked, with owners having the option to dress in Mardi Gras attire.
For all details, information: call Jerica Guillory at 337-580-4100.

Lenten Day of Reflection set March 4
There will be a Lenten Day of Reflection retreat at the St. Pius Elementary School in the Msgr. Richard Mouton auditorium in Lafayette on March 4 from 8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
Speakers will be Bishop J. Douglas Deshotel, Drs. Sarah Brabant, and Pat Low.
Cost is $25 in advance or $30 at the door, with a light breakfast and lunch provided.
Registration forms can be located at www.AcadianaTheresians.com, or mail checks to: Live Oak District Theresians, 110 Wicklowe, Lafayette, LA 70503.

Mardi Gras Masks Murder Mystery set March 11
On March 4 a Governor’s Mardi Gras Ball in Louisiana turns into a a mystery as Opelousas Little Theatre presents “Mardi Gras Masks Murder Mystery Dinner” at the Delta Grand Theatre located at 120 South Market Street in downtown Opelousas.
Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with dinner and theatre beginning at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets are $25 at can be purchased at Sebastian Dupre’ Fine Jewelry in Opelousas, (337-948-4367) and can also be charged and waiting for you at the doors.
Seating is limited. Tickets purchased at the door will be $35 each.
Proceeds from the event go towards supporting local art programs and projects. Information: contact Dana Reed, 337-351-2591.

Usher’s Appreciation set March 11
The Greater True Light Baptist Church in Eunice will have its 10th annual Usher’s Appreciation Fellowship program and Usher’s mini-workshop on Saturday, March 11 with a program starting at 10 a.m.
Invitation goes out to all ushers from surrounding area churches to fellowship. Guest speakers will be Lillian Parker and Catherine Soulaire, officer of Port Arthur Texas City wide union usher.
There will also be an annual Usher’s Appreciation day and march on Sunday, March 12 during the 8:30 a.m. service.

ABC Men’s Retreat set for Feb. 24-25
The Acadian Baptist Center near Richard will host a Men’s Retreat on Feb. 24-25.
The speaker will be Dr. Gevan Spinney. Dr. Spinney is the pastor of First Baptist Church of Haughton, and isserving as the president of the Louisiana Baptist Convention.
Music will be provided by Chad Boudreaux of First Baptist Church of Crowley.
Cost for this event is $55, including meals and lodging; $35 for commuters, including meals.
Information, details: contact ABC at 337-457-9047 or abccamp.com or facebook.com/ABCCamp.

St. Thomas More KC Chili Supper sale
The St. Thomas More K.C. will have a Chili Supper fundraiser on March 11 from 5 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at the St. Thomas More social hall.
Tickets are $5 each.
Take out will be done (bring your own pots or bowls) or dine in.

KPC Ladies Aux. Fish fry set March 1
The KPC Ladies Auxiliary Court 92 of St. Mathilda Catholic Church will have its Fish Fry sale on March 1 at Bishop Ceaser Center.
Pickup is from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. A donation of $8 will be accepted.
Information: call 337-305-0876, or 546-6384 or St. Mathilda rectory at 457-3286.