Community Calendar
Calendar Guidelines
Items for Community Calendar must be submitted in writing during regular weekday business hours at least two weeks prior to the day of the event. We will make every effort to run the item twice before the event, though it should be noted all events run in the order of their posted dates and only as space allows. Events more than two weeks away may not run until closer to the event. Each event should feature no more than two contact phone numbers. Community Calendar is offered as a public service bulletin for community and non-profit events. Send entries to jdnnews@bellsouth.net. To publicize your event in a specific way on certain days, call 824-3011 to speak to an advertising representative.
September 11
OLI Parent Night
OLI will hold their annual Elementary Parent Night on Thursday, Sept. 11 from 6-7 p.m. Parents are encouraged to attend this to learn about school and classroom procedures. Adult friends and family are invited if they are interested in learning more about OLI. For more information, call 824-1743.
September 12-13
Angel Food Ministries
Angel Food Ministries is now taking orders for their September food boxes at Jennings Church of Christ, 1812 North Cutting Avenue. Final order dates are Sept. 12 from noon to 7 p.m. and Sept. 13 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, call the church at 824-2527 or John Prather at 368-7909.
September 13
Second Saturday Flea Market
The Second Saturday Flea Market will be held from 7 a.m.-until at the Louisiana Oil and Gas Park on Saturday, Sept. 13. Gates open to vendors at 6 a.m. to allow them time to set up. Vendors are required to pay a $5 booth fee upon entering the park. Gates open to shoppers at 7 a.m. There is a $1 admission fee per vehicle for shoppers. For more information, call 368-6399.
Roanoke High School Alumni
The Roanoke High School Alumni group is planning a reunion for anyone that graduated from Roanoke High School and for anyone that ever attended Roanoke High School which closed in 1966. The reunion will be at the Welsh Fire Hut, located at the John Blank Park on Saturday, September 13. Registration will begin at 10 a.m. with a noon meal to be served at 11:30 a.m. Please contact Betty Loewer at 753-2404 for further information.
Dinner Dance
The Gator Backers PTC of Egan Elementary will hold the Dinner Dance on Saturday, Sept. 13 at the South Crowley KC Hall. A meal will be served from 6:30-8 p.m. and music will run from 8 p.m. until midnight, courtesy of DJ Todd Ortego. The cost is $20 per person. For more information or tickets, call Egan Elementary at 783-4148.
September 14
KC Youth Soccer Challenge
All boys and girls ages 10-14 are invited to participate in the local level of competition for the 2008 KC Council 2012 Youth Soccer Challenge. The competition will be held Sunday, Sept. 14 at 3 p.m. at Our Lady Immaculate Elementary School soccer field in Jennings. In the event of inclement weather, a rain date is set for Sunday, Sept. 21 at the same location and starting time. Participants are required to furnish proof of age and written parental consent. For entry forms or additional information, contact Joel Richert at 824-2708, Daniel Stretcher at 824-0110 or Glenn McFarlain at 824-5556.
September 18
Pachyderm Club Meeting
The Jeff Davis Parish Pachyderm Club will hold its meeting on Thursday, Sept. 18 at Shoney’s Restaurant in Jennings from noon to 1 p.m. The guest speaker will be Pat Taylor, a representative from MADD. The public is invited to attend.
September 19-20
Barbecue Festival
The Jeff Davis Parish Economic Development and Tourist commissions are holding “Roastin’ with Rosie Barbecue Festival” on Sept. 19-20 in the Grand Marais Courtyard and pavilion. A barbecue cook-off will be held for cash and trophy prizes. Fun jumps, slides, climbing walls, great food, and beverages will also be available.
September 20-21
Oil and Gas Festival
The Evangeline Oil and Gas Festival will be held Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 20-21, on the grounds of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Evangeline. Everyone is invited to enjoy live bands, auctions, bingo, and children’s games. Bring a lawn chair for a great family weekend of Cajun music, food, and fun! St. Joseph’s is located just north of Jennings on La. 100, one mile from La. 97. For more information, call Ronnie Fruge at 523-5655 or Ben Monic at 824-1199.
St. John Bazaar
St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church in Mermentau will host the annual Fall Bazaar beginning with a chicken and sausage gumbo on Saturday, Sept. 20 from 4-8 p.m. for $5 a bowl. Jambalaya will be served on Sunday, Sept. 21 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at $6 a plate. Other activities include a silent auction, raffles, green house, grabbags, outside games, a sweet shop, concessions and bingo with a spirited live auction in between.
September 20
St. Francis Skeet Shoot
St. Francis School in Iota will host their fifth annual Skeet Shoot Tournament on Saturday, Sept. 20. This event will be held at the Cajun Elite Shooting Club in Evangeline and will be NSCA-sanctioned. The top shooter will receive a shotgun. Other awards will be given. This shoot will be a fun-filled event with complimentary food and drinks for all participants. To register or for more information, call the school at 779-2527 or visit the school’s website at www.stfranciswolves.com.
Rice Run
The Louisiana 5-K Rice Run/Walk will be held Saturday, Sept. 20 starting at 8 a.m. in Founders’ Park in downtown Jennings. The event is open to runners, joggers and walkers. Pre-register by Sept. 15 to guarantee a T-shirt on race day. Out of town participants will have shirts mailed to them if not picked up on race day. Registration is $15 before Sept. 16 and then $20 up until the day of the race. Registration will be held starting at 7:30 a.m. Tractor medals will be awarded to the top two male and female finishers in various age divisions from age 15 to over 60. For more information, call Mindy Hetzel at 734-2166.
October 2
Pachyderm Club Meeting
The Jeff Davis Parish Pachyderm Club will hold its meeting on Thursday, Oct. 2 at Shoney’s Restaurant in Jennings from noon to 1 p.m. The guest speaker will be Larry Miller. He will speak on the latest statistics concerning our dependency on oil and gasoline energy. The public is invited to attend.
October 7
Alzheimer’s Support Group
The Alzheimer’s Support Group will meet on the first Tuesday of every other month at 1 p.m. at the Jeff Davis Parish Council on Aging. Come for education, support and help in dealing with Alzheimer’s. For more information call 984-4884 or 824-5504.
October 9
FYI Class
TheJeff Davis Parish Library will hold its next FYI Class on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 5:30 p.m. Learn some basic sign language with veteran sign language therapist Carla Villamarette. For more information, call 824-1210.
October 11
Second Saturday Flea Market
The Second Saturday Flea Market will be held from 7 a.m.-until at the Louisiana Oil and Gas Park on Saturday, Oct. 11. Gates open to vendors at 6 a.m. to allow them time to set up. Vendors are required to pay a $5 booth fee upon entering the park. Gates open to shoppers at 7 a.m. There is a $1 admission fee per vehicle for shoppers. For more information, call 368-6399.
November 4
Alzheimer’s Support Group
The Alzheimer’s Support Group will meet on the first Tuesday of every other month at 1 p.m. at the Jeff Davis Parish Council on Aging. Come for education, support and help in dealing with Alzheimer’s. For more information call 984-4884 or 824-5504.
November 6
FYI Class
TheJeff Davis Parish Library will hold its next FYI Class on Thursday, Nov. 6 at 5:30 p.m. Come create holiday jewelry to cherish with local jewelry maker, Diane Smith. Get ideas to take home to create more with family and friends. A materials fee of $10 will be charged. For more information, call 824-1210.
November 8
Second Saturday Flea Market
The Second Saturday Flea Market will be held from 7 a.m.-until at the Louisiana Oil and Gas Park on Saturday, Nov. 8. Gates open to vendors at 6 a.m. to allow them time to set up. Vendors are required to pay a $5 booth fee upon entering the park. Gates open to shoppers at 7 a.m. There is a $1 admission fee per vehicle for shoppers. For more information, call 368-6399.
December 2
Alzheimer’s Support Group
The Alzheimer’s Support Group will meet on the first Tuesday of every other month at 1 p.m. at the Jeff Davis Parish Council on Aging. Come for education, support and help in dealing with Alzheimer’s. For more information call 984-4884 or 824-5504.
December 11
FYI Class
TheJeff Davis Parish Library will hold its next FYI Class on Thursday, Dec. 11 at 5:30 p.m. Business owner Gary Davis will share practical tips to help secure your home and deter trespassers. For more information, call 824-1210.
December 13
Second Saturday Flea Market
The Second Saturday Flea Market will be held from 7 a.m.-until at the Louisiana Oil and Gas Park on Saturday, Dec. 13. Gates open to vendors at 6 a.m. to allow them time to set up. Vendors are required to pay a $5 booth fee upon entering the park. Gates open to shoppers at 7 a.m. There is a $1 admission fee per vehicle for shoppers. For more information, call 368-6399.
