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October 7, 2014
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October 7, 2014TODAY
TERREBONNE PARISH COLLEGE & CAREER FAIR: 5-7 p.m.; Meet representatives from businesses and higher eduation programs who will provide information on admission, curriculum and career opportunities. Free and open to high school students.; Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, 346 Civic Center Blvd., Houma. 985-872-3277.
LEGO STAR WARS MARATHON: 6-7:30 p.m.; Featuring Lego Star Wars: The Yoda Chronicles and The Empire Strikes Out; North Library, Small Meeting Room, 4130 West Park Ave., Houma.
PUMPKIN PATCH: First United Methodist Church of Houma will operate its annual pumpkin patch Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sundays noon-6 p.m.; First United Methodist Church of Houma, La. Highway 311, Houma.
STORYTIME WITH NSU FOOTBALL PLAYERS: 10:30-11:30 a.m.; Nicholls State University football players will read a story to children of all ages and participate in craft time.; Thibodaux Main Library, 705 West 5th St.
GREG & LIZZY CONCERT: 7 p.m.; Mandeville-based Christian musicians Lizzy and Greg Boudreaux will perform at this special event.; St. Thomas Aquinas Church, 204 Madewood Place, Thibodaux.
THURSDAY
SCOTT SILVERII BOOK SIGNING: 5:30-8 p.m.; Thibodaux Police Chief and Author Scott Silverii, along with authors Liliana Hart and June Shaw, will be on hand to sign copies of their books. Open to the public.; Freminís Restaurant, 402 West 3rd Street, Thibodaux.
FRIDAY
RIGHT TO LIFE 5K/WALK: Show your support for a pro-life Louisiana at this race benefiting Terrebonne-Lafourche Right to Life. Race-day registration is $15 and $5 for the kids fun run. The fun run begins at 8 a.m., followed by the 5K at 8:30 a.m. Registration forms available at splitsecondllc.com.; Broadmoor Park, K Street, Houma.
– WHY DONíT WE JUST DANCE BEER TASTING PARTY: 7:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.; Enjoy beer tastings, free country dance lessons and exhibitions from studio dancers. Beer, snack and set up provided. $30 per person.; Studio 371, 371 School Street, Houma. 985-852-9211 or 985-853-0030.
– STAR WARS READS DAY: 12 p.m. – 4 p.m.; Join library staff and participants for a day of games, treats, prizes and Star Wars themed swag. Dress in your Jedi finest.; North Library, Large Meeting Room, 4130 West Park Avenue, Houma.
– ROSARY MARCH FOR LIFE: 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.; The Heart of Jesus Dominican Laity Chapter in Lockport will sponsor this 5K with proceeds benefitting the Dominican Laity and Crossroads Pregnancy Resource Center. Registration is $25. Applications and waiver forms available by emailing heartofjesus2009@gmail.com; Holy Savior Church parking lot, 612 Main Street, Lockport.
– WATER QUALITY AND WATERSHED WORKSHOP: 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.; Lafourche Parish teachers are invited to particpate in this workshop hosted by LUMCON, Coast Waters Consortium and the National Park Service at Jean Lafitte Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center. Participants will learn the techniques of Bayouside Classroom. Lunch is provided. Jean Lafitte Wetlands Acadian Cultural Center, 314 St. Mary Street, Thibodaux. 985-851-2860.
– PUBLIC SQUARE ROSARY CRUSADE: 12 p.m.; Join this display of public prayer coordinated nationally by Tradition, Family and Property and its America Needs Fatima Campaign. For more information, call 985-868-8784 or 985-868-1505. Town Hall, 805 Barrow Street, Houma.
SUNDAY
– LIVING WORD CHURCH FAMILY FUN DAY: 12 p.m.; Bring the whole family for this day of fun with food trucks, a kid zone, family games, music and more.; Living Word Church, 1916 Highway 311, Schriever.
– DOG DAY AFTERNOON: 9 a.m.; Bring your furry companion and join HOPE for Animals for a day of play with an amateur dog contest at 1 p.m., a blessing of animals, food, live music, face painting and a visit from Sparky the Fire Dog. HOPE dogs longing for a forever home will also be at the event.; Peltier Park, 151 Peltier Park Drive, Thibodaux.
MONDAY
– BEFORE THE MOVIE BOOK CLUB: 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.; Join this discuss featuring young adult novels being adapted into movies. ëThe Forest of Hands and Teethí by Carrie Allen will be discussed today.; North Library, Craft Room, 4130 West Park Avenue, Houma.
– ALTERED BOOK CRAFT: 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m., 4 p.m. – 5 p.m.; Learn how to make a personalized book using recycled books. Morning session is for adults and afternoon session is for teens. Registration required.; Raceland Library, 177 Recreation Drive, Raceland.
– BOOK TO MOVIE FEST: 12 p.m. – 3 p.m.; This double feature will include the Hunger Games films. Snacks will be served.; Thibodaux Main Library, 705 West 5th Street, Thibodaux.
TUESDAY
– DUCT TAPE DAY: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.; Duct tape crafting stations will be available for those wanting to create fun and useful items with duct tape.; Thibodaux Main Library, 705 West 5th Street, Thibodaux.
– NATIONAL DESSERT DAY SOCIAL: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.; Enjoy yummy dessert and conversation.; Choctaw Library, 1887 Choctaw Road, Thibodaux.
– WOMAN OF GOD GATHERING: 6 p.m.; Women 18 and older are invited to this evening of discussion and quiet time with the Lord.; Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux Pastoral Center, 2779 Highway 311, Houma.