Candle Lighting Ceremony in remembrance of lost children, Sunday, December 14 at 6:30 p.m. at St. Martinville Christian Fellowship, 104 S. Main Street, St. Martinville. Everyone welcome to share experiences, prayers, pictures, poems for deceased children. Refreshments, free event. For more information, contact Cindy at 337-380-3997 or Chris at 337-394-9164.
Christmas Art Walk in Breaux Bridge, Saturday, Dec. 13, 3 p.m. - 8 p.m. Arts, crafts, music, food. East Bridge St., Breaux Bridge.
A Cajun and Creole Christmas in the Ville St. Martinville Christmas Parade, Sunday, Dec. 14, 2 p.m. All invited to participate with floats, cars, business vehicles, bands, etc. Awards will be given for floats in the clubs, business and family categories. For more information, contact George Choplin at 337552-5090. St. Martin Parish AARP #4460 December 11, 6 p.m., Magnolia Park Recreation Center in St. Martinville. Anyone 50 years or older is welcome to join. Meals are provided by the meeting sponsor.
St. Martinville Christian Fellowship will host Christmas Carols: Community Christmas Music Celebration on Tuesday December 16, 6 p.m. at 104 S. Main Street.
ST MARTIN PARISH LIBRARY Food for Fines Drive- Overdue fines may be waived with each food donation! During November and December, St. Martin Parish Library will accept canned, boxed, and packaged food donations to support local food pantries. For each item donated, $1 in overdue fines may be waived—up to $10 per library card holder during the Food for Fines Drive. Bring your donations to any library branch.
ST. MARTINVILLE Instructor Lead Yoga on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m.
Poke! Poke! Poke! Poking the Bear! (teenadults, limit 10) Mon., Dec. 15, 3 p.m. The art of needle felting Book Club (adult, no limit) Thurs., Dec. 18, 3 p.m. Now reading: “Perennials” by Julie Cantrell
BREAUX BRIDGE Instructor Lead Yoga Tuesdays & Thursdays, 2 p.m.
Instructor Lead ZUMBA (adult) Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.
Stitch & Chat Sewing Club (teen-adult) Wed., Dec. 10, 12 p.m.
BINGO Night! (general, limit 45) Mon., Dec.
15, 6 p.m.
Snap, Pop, Line Dance! (general, limit 30) Tues., Dec 16, 6 p.m.
Book Club (adult, no limit) Wed., Dec. 17, 3 p.m. Now Reading: “Christmas Jars” by Jason F. Wright CECILIA STEM Playground (youth) Wednesdays, 4 p.m. Encourage socialization while developing basic problem solving and critical thinking skills.
Instructor Lead Yoga (adult, limit 10) Mondays and Wednesdays, 2 p.m.
Stitch & Chat Sewing Club (teen-adult) Wed., Dec. 17, 11 a.m.
BINGO! (general, limit 30) Wed., Dec. 10, 6 p.m.
Sparkle and Finish Your Diamond Art!
(teen, limit 15) Thurs., Dec. 11 at 2 p.m. & 6 p.m. (teen, limit 10) Sat., Dec. 13 10 a.m.
Traditional Storytime (early childhood, no limit) Tues., Dec. 16, 10 a.m.
Paint Your Holiday Joy! (general, limit 10) Tues., Dec. 16, 5:30 p.m.
Book Club
(adult, no limit) Thurs., Dec. 18, 12 p.m. Now reading: “The Bonesetter’s Daughter” by Amy Tan.
PARKS Book Club (adult, no limit) Tues., Dec. 16, 3 p.m. Now reading: “Perennials” by Julie Cantrell Wrap, Decorate, and Delight with Mini Bead Wreaths! (early childhood- youth, limit 15) Thurs., Dec. 18, 3:30 p.m.
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Join Cub Scout Pack 301 or Boy Scout Troop 174. Cub Scouts for boys and girls in Kindergarten thru 5th grade; Boy Scouts for boys 11-17 years old. Contact Bianca Bonin at 337-654-- 7336.
The Arc of St. Martin, 405 N. Main, St. Martinville and Main St., Breaux Bridge open Mon. – Fri. 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. – 12 noon. Accepting donations.
Arnaudville French Table meets on the last Saturday of every month at 9:30 a.m., at the NuNu’s Art Gallery, 1510 Courtableau Hwy. Free event, open to the public. For additional info 337580-5536.
St. Teresa Center for the Works of Mercy in St. Martinville is currently in need of canned goods. Any product donation can be dropped off Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. - 12 noon. 600 South Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, 337-242-2174.
God’s Pantry of Love is in need of non-perishable items to restock its food pantry. Henderson Bible Church, Lisa Trautwein, 915-4120758.
The St. Bernard/St. Francis Food Pantry, 701 W. Bridge, Breaux Bridge is open Tuesdays from 8:30-10:30 a.m. Call 337-314-9494 to inquire, make an appointment, or to volunteer.
Honor Guard services available for deceased military funerals. Must provide DD214 to funeral home. Contact Tom Goscienski at 337-2584462 or John Dupre 318-272-0262.
Longfellow-EvangeliState Historic Site French Table every Wednesday 10-11 am.Conversation, practice and activities for speakers of Cajun, Creole and international French, from beginners to native speaker. Admission is free. 1200 North Main St. (337) 394-3754 [email protected]
Louisiana French: Preserve & Evolve:
An exhibit by CODOFIL now through January 12. Louisiana’s French and Creole/ Kouri-Vini languages have shaped our state immeasurably yet are often misunderstood. Get the facts about these languages, their place in the greater French-speaking world, and the efforts made by inspiring individuals to reclaim their heritage languages.
December 8 thru 21, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. - Visit the Olivier Plantation Home circa 1815 and see lovely natural Christmas greenery and decorations from materials of the period. Scents of orange and clove add a festive aroma. On a guided tour, learn how the holiday was celebrated by in the mid 1800’s. Guided tours are available hourly Tuesday through Saturday from 10 am to 3 pm (no tour at noon).
Traditional Acadian and Creole Singing Party - Saturday December 20, 2:00 to 3:30 p.m. Advent singalong featuring hymns, ballads and carols as well as fun and festive ditties in French and Creole. Traditional refreshments and playparty games for all ages along with activities and old-fashioned toys for the kids!
