Gumbo - September 2016

SEPTEMBER 2016 • ISSUE 9

CONTENT

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BEHIND THE POSTER Poster artist Barbara Webb BEST OF THE BAYOU SCHEDULE

ARTS

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PUBLISHER

Brian Rushing EDITORIAL Melissa Duet EDITOR

Mary Downer Ditch MANAGING EDITOR Allison Fail INTERN

CREATIVE Mariella Brochard CREATIVE DIRECTOR Rachel Lambert GRAPHIC DESIGNER Taylor Pellegrin GRAPHIC DESIGNER

A LOVE STORY FOR THE AGES The Sound of Music ART AFTER DARK Downtown Houma’s annual art walk

PHOTOGRAPHY Channing Candies

STAFF WRITERS Casey Gisclair, Jonah Giroir

ADVERTISING Deanne Ratliff SALES MANAGER Harold Cancienne, Linda Dupre,

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LISTINGS

Jamie Mazerac, Martha Naquin, Linda Pontiff, Elizabeth Porche, Rusty Talbot

OFFICE MANAGER Ashley Thibodeaux

CIRCULATION MANAGER Michelle Ortego

CUSTOMER SERVICE Brandy O’Banion, Michelle Ortego

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TAKE 5 D’lynn Boudreaux

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MUSIC Concert listings LAGNIAPPE Event listings WHAT’S STIRRIN’ #geauxgumbo

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Jessica Gifford

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LADIES NIGHT OUT Community supports Mary Bird Perkins TGMC Cancer Center

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MUSIC BEST OF THE BAYOU FESTIVAL:

BY JONAH GIROIR

ith the 2016 Best of the Bayou Festival right around the corner, the official artwork for its fifth annual festival poster has been chosen after a three-month long contest open to all artists in the area. The artist tasked with depicting this year's event?

Barbara Webb of nearby Bell River.

Showcasing the Cajun way of life and heritage is an important aspect in the majority of Barbara’s paintings, and this year’s festival poster is no

different. That influence can be seen in the painting’s mouthwatering seafood boil, towering cypress trees, swamp wildlife, zydeco instruments, and the picturesque bayou.

The beginning of Barbara’s artistic interest came in the early ‘80s when her sister-in-law showed an interest in painting. The two went to a few classes together to learn about impressionist painting. However, aside from her sister-in-law and her older sister, paint-

ing doesn’t necessarily run in Barbara’s family.

In the beginning of her art journey, Barbara’s work focused mainly on working with oils. However, she had to put the paint brush and oils aside once her children started getting involved with extracurricular activities and school. This break lasted for nearly 30 years, but after taking an acrylics class a few years back, Barbara made her way back to her beloved hobby.

Being from Bell River, Barbara is about an hour removed from the Houma area, so her participation may come as a surprise. However, she does have some Houma ties that brought her to painting for the upcoming festival.

“I have a cousin who lives in Houma that told me about the festival. She knows that I paint and told me about it last year, but it was too late for me to enter,” she remembers. “This year, she told me again early enough for me to enter...the communities are so close together and we do all our shopping in the Houma/Thibodaux area. I’m still Cajun and they’re all Cajuns, so it’s not that far apart.”

This year’s Best of the Bayou Festival will be a first for Barbara, but she is really looking forward to the experience. The festival will also provide another first for her as she will be do-ing her first arts and crafts booth.

“I’m very interested in it and I’m excited about the whole process. I’m looking forward to showing everybody my paintings and hoping that they enjoy it,” she says.

Barbara’s prize for winning the Best of the Bayou poster contest was $250 and seeing her artwork reprinted as the festival’s official poster. If you want to take a peek at the piece, the artist will be on-hand to sign purchased posters and meet with attendees at her arts and crafts booth, which will be open throughout the duration of the festival.

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THE CREOLE STRING BEANS

MUSIC

COLIN LAKE

Seattle native Colin Lake met his future wife seven years ago while visiting New Orleans and was hit with a desire to be in the city. The musician moved to New Orleans less than a year later and found a place to truly let his passion for roots music grow and blossom. His powerful vocal style and technique on the guitar lend heavily toward a blues influence, but his song crafting helps set him apart in the genre.

The Creole String Beans - Rick Olivier (guitar/vocals), Rob Savoy (bass/vocals), Bryan Barry (drums/vocals), Brian Rini (piano/organ/vocals), and The Terrytown Horns Derek Huston (baritone sax) and Travis Blotsky (tenor sax) - is a classic New Orleans party band whose set list features the likes of Fats Domino and Duke Ellington.

From dive bars to stages at New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival, the Creole String Beans’ high energy is bound to get any crowd movin’ and groovin’.

PAUL THORN

Growing up the son of a preacher, Paul Thorn learned to sing a mix of country and rhythm and blues through the different cultures present at his father’s church. His performances were confined to the church pews until sixth grade when he performed “Three Times a Lady” by Lionel Ritchie.

At 17, Paul met friend and mentor Billy Maddox, a songwriter, and hasn’t looked back since.

RODDIE ROMERO AND THE HUB CITY ALL-STARS

Roddie Romero and his band, The Hub City All-Stars, Best of the Bayou returnees, are at the forefront of bringing the traditional Cajun sound to a new audience.

The members, who hail from Lafayette, New Iberia, and more notably, Bayou Blue, join forces to create a sound that’s one part homage and one part completely unique.

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BABY BEE

Brothers Joe and Dave Stark, and new addition, Jory Cordy, are icons at Best of the Bayou, bringing the hometown crowd each and every time they play. The group dropped its latest single, “The Daddy”, in February, and has since taken their one-ofa-kind sound across the country on their recently wrapped World Turr.

JOSH GARRETT

The Houma transplant picked up his dad’s guitar at just 12 years old and just like that, a musician was born. Josh’s blues-tinged guitar riffs are compelling and familiar, bringing new life to traditional Cajun sounds.

AYO

A rather new collaboration between five south Louisiana music vets, this band brings rock to the masses. Drawing influences from bands like Muse and Rush, this band is sure to bring a little edge to the festival lineup.

MIA BORDERS

Mia is a familiar face to the Best of the Bayou stage and for good reason. Her rich, soulful vocals bring the Big Easy feel wherever she performs. Since entering the music scene in 2006, the New Orleans musician has released original music every year since, with a new album in the works.

CAJUN MUSIC PRESERVATION SOCIETY

The Cajun Music Preservation Society set out to do exactly what their name describes: promote, preserve, and enhance awareness and appreciation of traditional Cajun music within the region.

The society was established in March 2014, and regularly hosts open Cajun jam sessions. Since its inception, the opento-the-public events have featured more than 55 musicians adding their own unique flavor to the homegrown genre.

WAYNE TOUPS

TERRANCE SIMIEN AND THE ZYDECO EXPERIENCE

You are hard pressed to find someone in Louisiana who hasn’t heard the name Wayne Toups. The Father of Zydecajun takes the stage as one of this year’s headliners to bring his signature blend of Cajun, zydeco, R&B and southern rock to the people of Terrebonne Parish.

The two-time Grammy winner brings his Zydeco roots music to the stage during a performance with his band the Zydeco Experience and as part of his children’s program, Creole for Kidz. Having toured professionally since the age of 18, Terrance is truly at home on stage and that shines through in every performance.

THE REVIVALISTS

Last year’s Best of the Bayou performance was so well received that the New Orleans rock band returns for another memorable performance. Sandwiched between their 16-date Strangers in the Bright Lights tour, the root-driven group brings their captivating sound to the bayou, entertaining crowds as the headliner Saturday night with a mix of original music from their four studio albums.

THE HURRICANE LEVEE BAND

Just as the name implies, this local group doesn’t back down. The Hurricane Levee Band makes it their mission to keep the classic sound cultivated along the bayous of south Louisiana alive by playing songs the band grew up with, thereby bringing the sound to new audiences at every stop.

THE VETTES

This family band has been criss-crossing the country since 2005, bringing their version of alternative dance music to listening ears. But these guys aren’t bringing the stereotypical coordinated family routine to the stage. The Vettes know how to bring the party.

BRASS-A-HOLICS

This band’s unique blend of go-go funk and New Orleans brass has taken the world by storm in the ten years since the band’s inception. Composed of core brass elements – trumpet, trombone, saxophone – with a full drum set, percussion, keyboard, bass, and electric guitar, the band’s set list is sure to appeal to everyone as it contains original music and hit pop songs that lend itself to improvisations.

BANDIT

The five-man band, comprised of Blayne Bergeron, Kevin Forshag, Gregg Graffagnino, Kevin Martin, and Jim Trant, brings an eclectic mix of classic rock, oldies, Motown, swamp pop and more to their hometown fans.

The band was formed in the 1970s when lead singer Blayne Bergeron was just 15 years old, however, they took an extended hiatus in 1982 when the members all started college. Twenty-eight years later, the band is back together, and the rest is history.

THE BAND COURTBOUILLON

If you miss Wayne Toups’ headlining performance, you can catch him again as part of this trio. A joint effort for Wayne, Steve Riley, and Wilson Savoy, the group gives a nod to the music of their past while bringing in a mix of instruments to create toe-tappin’ music that has even scored the band a GRAMMY.

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ARTS

Love Story Ages A

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BY MELISSA DUET

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early 60 years after “The Sound of Music” premiered on Broadway, the beloved musical returns to the stage in a whole new way to captivate the hearts of faithful fans and a new generation.

When the show premieres at the Saenger Theatre later this month, among the brilliant cast will be Terri Hansen, a veteran of the musical theatre world set to take on the role of Elsa Schraeder, the sophisticated would-be fiancee’ of Captain von Trapp.

But don’t expect a glorified version of the film adaption starring Julie Andrews, Terri says. Expect something even better.

“When people come and see our show, people say they feel like they’re seeing ‘The Sound of Music’ for the first time,” the actress and songstress, explains.

“Of course the basic structure is there.

We have the wonderful songs like “Do Re Mi” and “Climb Every Mountain” and of course the children are the stars of the show….I call it reality musical theatre and the way [producer] Jack O’Brien constructed this amazing show really leans on that.”

Though becoming a chef was her original plan, Terri found her way to the stage thanks to her high school teachers. With a push to pursue theatre

in college, Terri earned a scholarship and eventually a degree from Florida State University. In 22 years, Terri has received critical acclaim in both opera and on broadway, performing in shows like “The Music Man”, “Camelot” and “Show Boat”, while also performing with the National Symphony, Russian Philharmonic and more.

For her, taking on the role of Elsa is familiar territory. She’s played the role twice before and says she is thrilled to have the opportunity to shed new light on a character audiences “love to hate.”

“Elsa is definitely a unique role…

You have to think this is 1938. These are all characters that really existed and the real life Elsa Schraeder was a woman, Yvonne, who was the cousin of Captain von Trapp’s departed wife. In the true story, she is with the Captain for many, many years and they did not wed. She helped with the children and was his companion, but she was the one who left him…In the musical theatre version, Elsa is a very independent woman. The Nazis are on the doorstep of Austria and she’s a single woman.

She sees the Captain as a pragmatic choice under the circumstances. It’s a choice made out of survival. It really has nothing to do with Maria. I love that Jack O’Brien lets me play her that

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way…I get a lot of women who meet me after the show and say, ‘Elsa is the only one I could relate to because she’s professional, she’s independent.’ She is also fun and has a real fashion sense, which I appreciate.”

In this role, Terri also gets the chance to introduce audiences to some of the pieces of the story that didn’t make it to the film adaption.

“The stage production is very different from the film in that there are musical numbers that were not included in the Academy award winning film,” she says. “Both of those songs happen to be songs that I sing with my cohort, Max [Detweiller, the family’s musical direc-

tor, played by Merwin Foard]. They’re very important and interesting songs that audiences will enjoy hearing. They are quite plot-driven so it will be interesting for them to hear and see that.”

What might be most captivating of all, however, is the unique point of view this production of “The Sound of Music” takes that Terri says is quite impactful for audiences to experience.

The underlying story of love and struggle are brought to the forefront, an aspect that is in large part why the tale and its many adaptations has become a timeless classic.

“This is a lovestory, not only the love story between the Captain and Maria, but the love story between the children and Maria, which, to me, is almost the greater story,” Terri explains. “It’s also the story between a widower and his children…Jack has really leaned on the fact that all of these love stories are all occurring under the umbrella and in the midst of an imminent threat and a very unsafe environment in which everyone has to make a determination of how they are going to get out. This resonates right from the start of the show.”

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Art After Dark

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BY MARY DOWNER DITCH

eautiful sights and sounds will fill the streets of Downtown Houma on Sept. 10 as artists converge on the historic area for Art After Dark. This event is an annual showcase of local artists, featuring everything from painted masterpieces and ceramics, to live music and woodcarvings. The evening event, which began in 2000, draws crowds each year to participate in this one-of-a-kind walking art tour of Downtown Houma.

In anticipation of this year’s event, get to know three of the artists set to display their work at one of 33 downtown locations participating:

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Earl Williams 7873 MAIN STREET:

Skylar Davis

Bank of Houma BLDg.

Skylar has been studying art at Brushworks Art and Music Academy since she was 5 years old.

Now 18, she is continually improving her skills and loves what she does. Skylar does a little bit of everything, but mostly focuses on using Copic markers, graphite, watercolor and charcoal.

7833 MAIN STREET:

Ashley Lasseigne

ALSO EXHIBITING AT EARL WILLIAMS: MARIAN DUPLANTIS. ART BY EARL THERIOT AND SAM RICHARDSON CAN BE VIEWED IN THE STORE WINDOWS.

As a child, Ashley had a ton of energy and never enough time to expend it. She was always discovering different mediums of art, constantly allowing her imagination to thrive. As an adult, Ashley studied four years of fine arts and decided to start a decorative painting business in 2003. Her past projects include creating murals, coming up with unique wall treatments and distressing woodwork. Ashley has since found her niche’ in creating and producing wallpaper and fabric from her artwork and illustrations.

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Natalie Haydel

Natalie began exploring art through lessons at age 8 and continued through high school. While in college, she began to explore abstract painting. Through prayer and divine intervention, she is guided to create paintings with deeper meaning. Natalie now paints full-time, creating commissioned works based on her client’s stories and experiences.

ALSO EXHIBITING AT URBAN LOFT: NADJAH BERGERON, ELI GOMEZ & RÉ HOWSE

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TAKE 5: D’LYNN BOUDREAUX

Cut Off Youth Center 50th Annual Hurricane Festival

BY JONAH GIROIR

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the weekend of Sept. 23-25, the community of Cut Off is set to gather together to pass a good time and celebrate 50 years of their beloved festival, the Cut Off Youth Center Hurricane Festival. The annual event features all the makings of a classic bayou festival, complete with live music, arts and crafts booths, carnival rides and of course, the delicious Cajun food. The money raised from this

festival goes right back to the place that hosts it all, the Cut Off Youth Center, which serves as the major meeting place for many community activities.

In anticipation of this year’s festivities, Gumbo caught up with Cut Off Youth Center Director D’Lynn Boudreaux to find out how festival organizers are preparing for the 50th anniversary celebration.

HOW HAS THE CYOC HURRICANE FESTIVAL GROWN OVER 50 YEARS?

WHO OR WHAT WOULD YOU CREDIT FOR THE EVENT’S SURVIVAL?

We implemented craft booths about 4 years ago and the rides have gotten better over the years.

Our volunteers work tirelessly the week of and leading up to the fair. The ladies that peel the shrimp for weeks on end and our guys that clean the fish and set up the booths are the backbone of this festival.

DO YOU HAVE ANYTHING NEW PLANNED FOR THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY FESTIVAL? We don’t really have anything new planned, but we’re going to have a big birthday cake for everybody.

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WHAT WOULD YOU SAY TO ENCOURAGE THOSE WHO MAY NOT HAVE ATTENDED THE FESTIVAL BEFORE TO COME OUT ON SEPT. 23-25?

It’s free parking and free admission.

You get the best music around and we still have the same great food. You’re not going to find box jambalaya here; everything is made with fresh ingredients. It’s the best seafood around.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE PART OF THE FESTIVAL?

My favorite part is seeing the joy of families together. We live busy lives, so we don’t get the chance to sit down and talk with our neighbors. The weekend of the fair brings family and friends all together.

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Ladies NIGHT OUT

BY MELISSA DUET & JONAH GIROIR PHOTOS BY CHANNING CANDIES

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It’s

been 10 years since the first Ladies Night Out, once a small, womens-only gathering to support cancer services provided by Terrebonne General Medical Center, was held. Since then, the event has blossomed into one of the biggest events to happen annually in Terrebonne Parish, all in an effort to bring the community together for a cause that touches nearly everyone in one way or another.

This year’s fundraising gala, held Sept. 15 to support Mary Bird Perkins TGMC Cancer Center, features aspects attendees have come to enjoy each year including delicious food, Forks and Corks, (a raffle featuring wines and delicious meals at local restaurants), and the 365 Giving Wall, (a creative way to donate that allows participants to select a day special to give back to the cancer center). In addition, Celebration Bell, a new addition, is rung during the evening as a way to signify hope and pay homage to the bell patients hear when they finish treatment.

“I believe the event has grown so much because it touches home,” Mary Bird Perkins TGMC Cancer Center Director Melanie Guilbeaux says. “It gives the community and the local businesses and everybody who supports the cancer center another way to support their loved ones, their family members, their

communities, in such a special and moving way…I am in awe of the support this community provides for this cancer center and when I walk into that room and there’s over 1,000 women and over 100 volunteers there making that night special and all about our patients and our survivors, you get choked up and teary eyed.”

Houma natives Sylvia Masters and Jadyn Robicheaux are also set to speak during the event as honored guests. Sylvia has spent countless hours at Mary Bird Perkins TGMC Cancer Center volunteering while also staying by the side of her father, who received treatment at the center, and Jadyn is currently battling Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia.

In addition, the pinnacle of the evening for many is a cancer survivors fashion show. This year’s show features 24 Mary Bird Perkins TGMC Cancer Center patients taking to the stage in a walk of celebration and hope. This, and the many other parts of the evening, Melanie says, is a joy to watch.

“It’s really a special thing to highlight those survivors and say to them, ‘This night is all about you. We care about you, we thank you for letting us take care of you.’,” Melanie says. “It’s just a way for us to honor them. They’re all heroes to us.”

LADIES NIGHT OUT IS HELD SEPT. 15 AT THE HOUMA-TERREBONNE CIVIC CENTER. FOR TICKETS, VISIT MBPTGMC.ORG/LNO.

TIFFANY ADAMS EVENT CHAIR

As the wife of TGMC Vice Chief of Medical Staff Dr. Ben Adams and a member of TGMC’s Medical Auxiliary, Tiffany Adams sees first hand the affect fundraising events like Ladies Night Out can have on the hospital’s care for the community.

As the daughter of a breast cancer survivor, that passion for such events is even greater.

“Cancer unfortunately affects a lot of people,” she says. “My mother is a breast cancer survivor and we have had friends that have come through Mary Bird Perkins TGMC Cancer Center and have gotten phenomenal care. It was a no-brainer for me to get involved.”

As the event chair, Tiffany’s main goals are to make sure Ladies Night Out attendees have a great evening. That means establishing committees, securing invitations, programs and more, and establishing waiters and bartenders for the evening, all of which are donors and physicians.

Having attended the last few years and now having an integral part in it, Tiffany loves seeing the event evolve and grow. More men are starting to show up, six of which will be part of this year’s fashion show, and the outpouring of support for local cancer service is nothing short of amazing, she says.

“It supports our people in this area…It’s going to be a special evening and a great time.”

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MARK STEVENSON CANCER SURVIVOR

Mark Stevenson remembers vividly the incident that led to his cancer diagnosis in 2013.

He was unloading Christmas decorations, missed the bottom step of the attic stairs, and slammed his arm against the wall. That night, he noticed a bulge on the underside of his arm and before long, he had an answer to the pain he had been experiencing: Hodgkin’s Lymphoma.

On Dec. 26 of the year, Mark received his first treatment at Mary Bird Perkins TGMC Cancer Center. The build up to that day, he says, wasn’t easy.

“That was not a very good Christmas,” he remembers. “…That night, I cried myself to sleep. My wife was pregnant with our second child and it was just everything in your mind goes through your head. I didn’t know what was going to happen. Were we going to beat it?

Were we not going to beat it? Was it going to spread? Where were our lives going?”

Ultimately, Mark made the decision that he was going to be “the happy guy.” With a positive outlook on his circumstance, he smiled and greeted everyone, becoming a light for all those he encountered during his treatments.

That spirit brought him through chemotherapy and radiation, and today, Mark, a Houma Fire Department Fireman and the Voice of the South Terrebonne High School football team, is cancer-free.

As one of six men to participate in this year’s Ladies Night Out fashion show, Mark says he’s excited to share his story and be part of the fundraising effort. It’s a journey come full circle for the man who lives passionately in all aspects of life.

“I am super excited. I’m excited now to have a lot more guys to get involved in it…My best friend [Tony Pellegrin, who participated last year] said he had a fantastic time, so I’m pumped.”

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AT THE LIBRARY BANNED BOOKS WEEK ACTIVITIES

Enjoy a screening of “To Kill a Mockingbird.”

Enter a Banned Books Week poster in this contest.

SEPT. 29, 4:30 P.M., SOUTH LAFOURCHE BRANCH

MONDAYS-FRIDAYS, 3:30 -7 P.M., LOCKPORT BRANCH

Teens may choose a book cover of his or her choice and paint it onto canvas using tissue paper.

Take the Banned Books Reading Challenge to see how many you can complete in one month.

SEPT. 29, 4:30 P.M., RACELAND BRANCH

THROUGHOUT SEPTEMBER, LOCKPORT BRANCH

Get caught reading banned books by taking a mugshot at the library.

In this activity for all ages, participants create colorful works of art inspired by “The Giver” by Lois Lowry. Registration required.

THROUGHOUT SEPTEMBER, LOCKPORT BRANCH

SEPT. 30, 3:30 P.M., BAYOU BLUE BRANCH

Those ages 11-17 may enjoy mini-lessons in traditional drawing styles featuring banned books themes. Registration required.

SEPT. 21, 4 P.M., LOCKPORT BRANCH

LAFOURCHE PARISH AFTER SCHOOL MUNCH BUNCH This new monthly program teaches kids how to make tasty after-school snacks. This month kids make mini cheese pizza snacks to celebrate National Cheese Pizza Day. SEPT. 1, 4 P.M., LOCKPORT BRANCH

STAR SPANGLED SLIME In honor of Labor Day, children ages 8-12 are invited to make slime with American stars. Sign up at the library.

SEPT. 7, 3:30 P.M., BAYOU BLUE BRANCH

SUICIDE PREVENTION SEMINAR Jaret Hubbell hosts this seminar for Suicide Prevention Month to talk about depression, suicide, and preventative actions that can be taken toward self-help and talking to someone with depression. The seminar is free and open to the public.

SEPT. 7, 6 P.M., THIBODAUX BRANCH

9/11 PATRIOTS DAY DOCUMENTARY In remembrance of the 15th anniversary of Sept.

11, adults can watch a documentary about the day in history. Refreshments are served.

SEPT. 9, 1 P.M., THIBODAUX BRANCH

SUN CATCHERS Adults, brighten your day by creating sun catchers to hang outside.

SEPT. 12, 2 P.M., RACELAND BRANCH

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CELEBRATE WITH WONKA: ROALD DAHL 100TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Join the celebration of Roald Dahl’s 100th Birthday by watching the original Warner Bros. film, “Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory”. Enjoy the movie and munch on themed Willy Wonka snacks. Sign up at the library.

SEPT. 13, 4 P.M., LOCKPORT BRANCH

MOSAIC ART In commemoration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, participants may create beautiful mosaic picture frames using recyclable materials.

Sign up at the library.

Those ages 11-17 may create banned books stickers. Registration required.

SEPT. 22, 4 P.M., LOCKPORT BRANCH

Take a look at the remains of an old banned book in a jar. Those that name it correctly are entered into a prize drawing. The drawing takes place at 3 p.m. Sept. 30.

SEPT. 25-SEPT. 30, LIBRARY HOURS, GOLDEN MEADOW BRANCH

Using pages from banned books, adults can create images on old wine bottles. Registration required.

SEPT. 26, 11 A.M., LOCKPORT BRANCH

SEPT. 20, 1:30 P.M., BAYOU BLUE BRANCH

Gather with other readers to discuss your favorite banned books. Refreshments served.

YOUNG PAINTERS’ SOCIETY

SEPT. 26, 2 P.M., RACELAND BRANCH

This new monthly workshop teaches different painting techniques and methods. This month, participants create a jellyfish painting using salt, glue, and watercolors. Space is limited. Register at the library.

Teens may create a minimalist piece of art with your favorite banned book theme. Registration required.

SEPT. 20, 4 P.M., LOCKPORT BRANCH

ICE CREAM CONE DAY Enjoy an ice cream cone, while supplies last.

SEPT. 22, 5 P.M., GOLDEN MEADOW BRANCH

CHALKBOARD DOOR HANGERS Children ages 5-12 personalize a door hanger for their bedroom door. Sign up at the library.

SEPT. 27, 4:30 P.M., CHOCTAW BRANCH

LEAF WREATH CRAFT

SEPT. 27, 4:30 P.M., BAYOU BLUE BRANCH

Take booth-style photos with your favorite banned book.

SEPT. 28, 10 A.M.-5 P.M., CHOCTAW BRANCH

DIY banned books coffee mug by dot-stenciling.

Registration required.

SEPT. 29, 1 P.M., LOCKPORT BRANCH

Adults may create a customized banned books tote bag. Registration required.

SEPT. 29, 1:30 P.M., BAYOU BLUE BRANCH

Participants construct a Fall leaf wreath to celebrate the season.

Enjoy “Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone” during this banned book movie viewing.

SEPT. 27, 4:30 P.M. GHEENS BRANCH

SEPT. 29, 4 P.M., GHEENS BRANCH

TERREBONNE COMIC CON Check out this super time for all comic book fans. Costumes, comic book swap, gaming, comic book jeopardy, manga drawing sessions, story times, and more are sure to make this a thrilling experience for everyone.

SEPT. 18, 2 P.M., MAIN LIBRARY

EMOJI MASON JARS Decorate mason jars with your favorite emojis.

SEPT. 21, 4 P.M., BOURG BRANCH

TERREBONNE PARISH ECHO: THE TEEN VOICES OF THE TERREBONNE PARISH LIBRARY SYSTEM This young adult group meets to discuss teen programming, suggest improvements to the teen collection and services offered to teens, and participate in community outreach. ECHO also plans and hosts social events for teens. For more information, email kcallais@mytpl.org or candrepont@mytpl.org SEPT. 1, 15, 6:30 P.M., MAIN LIBRARY

TEEN WRITERS GROUP Bring something you’ve written to share with the group or bring your best ideas to brainstorm with others. This group is for those ages 13 and older.

SEPT. 2, 4 P.M., NORTH BRANCH

MOBOROBO This is a Robots on the Go! Lab for 4th-6th graders. Learn how to build robots, complete robotics challenges and more with Cubelets robots. Registration required.

SEPT. 21 & 28, 4 P.M., MAIN LIBRARY

MOTHER-DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB Every month, moms and daughters read a selected book together and join others for a discussion. This month’s book is “When the Butterflies Came” by Kimberly Griffiths. Themed snacks are provided and registration is requested. This club is recommended for girls in grades 4-7 and their mothers.

SEPT. 22, 6 P.M., NORTH BRANCH

SUPER SCIENCE SATURDAY Kids are invited to visit the library for a morning filled with cool hands-on science experiments.

SEPT. 24, 10 A.M., EAST HOUMA BRANCH

GENEALOGY SATURDAY Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced researcher, you’ll be shown how to access the library’s genealogy databases, microfilms, and collection of books.

BANNED BOOKS WEEK The First Amendment Film Festival is held featuring “Goodnight and Good Luck.”

SEPT. 26, 6 P.M., NORTH BRANCH

SEPT. 3, 3 P.M., MAIN LIBRARY

ANYTHING GOES CRAFTS Adults may bring anything to work on from sewing, knitting, crochet, to painting and enjoy a cup of coffee and some social time.

Enjoy a story time and craft featuring The Lorax, banned in 1989 because it was believed to portray logging in poor light.

SEPT. 28, 1 P.M., DULAC BRANCH

FRIDAYS, 10 A.M., DULARGE BRANCH

Celebrate Harry Potter with a variety of crafts and games.

OIL PAINTING

SEPT. 28, 4 P.M., CHAUVIN BRANCH

Learn the delicate craft of oil painting with Gail Lecompte. Registration required; class size limited to 20. Paintings take the full month.

The First Amendment Film Festival is held featuring “Fahrenheit 451”.

TUESDAYS, 10 A.M., DULARGE BRANCH

FAMILY CRAFT Create bird feeders while enjoying time with the family. The craft is designed for those ages 8-10.

SEPT. 28, 6 P.M., NORTH BRANCH

The First Amendment Film Festival is held featuring “Cinema Paradiso”.

SEPT. 29, 6 P.M., NORTH BRANCH

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MASTER OF CEREMONIES

MADDEN NFL 17 BETTER THAN BEFORE… AND THAT’S SAYING A LOT

BY JOEL GREY

BY CASEY GISCLAIR

BY CATHERINE BASCLE, LAFOURCHE PARISH PUBLIC LIBRARY

E

ven if you don’t know the name Joel Grey, you probably have an image of him in your head.

He was the first person to play the role of the Emcee in “Cabaret” on Broadway, a role which he reprised when the musical was adapted into a film. The role, however, was neither the beginning nor the end of his career.

In his memoir, “Master of Ceremonies”, Grey tells of his history with the world of theatre, from acting in children’s shows at the age of 9, to Vaudeville with his father’s company as a teenager, to nightclub acts that paid the bills while he worked to make his break on Broadway and in Hollywood.

The memoir is also the story of Grey coming to terms with his sexuality. He writes freely of his

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relationships with both men and women, his marriage to his wife, and accepting himself as a gay man after their divorce. In today’s world of ever-increasing acceptance and equality, there are times one can almost forget how deep homophobia ran in the twentieth century, and Grey’s account of his dealings with it is sobering to read. Grey details his personal history in a manner that shows the markings of his regular visits with therapists throughout his life, admitting his shortcomings and trying to explain them without justifying them.

“Master of Ceremonies” is a wonderful blend of the histories of both show business and the LGBTQ community, is told with amazing class and in a highly readable style.

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As

a child, I had four major holidays that I’d actively celebrate – Christmas, Easter, my birthday, and the day Madden came out in stores.

The Madden series is like the Coca-Cola of video games. Literally every, single person knows what it is, and pretty much everyone who’s an active gamer has played at least one version of the franchise.

Now that I’m older and have actual responsibility, I can’t celebrate my personal Madden holiday as aggressively as I used to. But that didn’t stop me from buying a copy of the game a mere day after it came out in stores.

After putting it in and giving it a whirl, I can conclude what sports fans will be happy to hear. This game is really stinkin’ good.

The Madden franchise has taken a bit of a step back in recent years – mostly since Playstation 4 took hold. The game struggled to find its way on the new

console, and the gameplay just … umm … sucked!

But engineers and organizers heard those gripes and fixed the lion’s share of gamers’ gripes, making this arguably the best Madden since the Golden Age of the series in the mid-2000s.

The realism is on-point. It’s fluid and it’s what the game has been lacking.

It’s awesome seeing Adrian Peterson barrel through defenders to fight for extra yardage. But it’s even more awesome that only the top NFL players have that ability – a detail the game had been lacking.

For the nerd in me, I love franchise mode, and, as always, Madden hits the mark, putting gamers in a world where they can create their own team and shape their own rosters.

I could go on and on, but I’m about out of space.

Madden is back, my friends and this year, it’s worth the hype.

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THE DISH

TACO TUESDAY

It’s

the most anticipated night of the week. Taco Tuesday is here but you’re not in the mood for just any ol’ taco. In fact, you’re eager to sink your teeth into something unique…perhaps, not at a Mexican restaurant at all.

Check out Gumbo’s five picks for out-of-the-box, crazy good tacos sure to satisfy when the mid-week craving comes calling.

Taco Pizza

Soft Tacos

5804 WEST MAIN STREET, HOUMA, 985.876.0818

1400 WEST TUNNEL BLVD., HOUMA, 985.873.8740; 1130 HWY. 1, THIBODAUX, 985.492.1324

WEST MAIN PIZZA AND SPAGHETTI HOUSE

Searching for that classic taco flavor but not stuffed inside a tortilla? West Main Pizza serves it up in the way they do best…on a pizza. This pie comes loaded with beef or pork, and dressed high with lettuce, diced tomatoes, and cheddar cheese.

Tacos Vera Cruz MORGAN’S RESTAURANT

520 RODERICK ST., MORGAN CITY (INSIDE THE CLARION HOTEL), 985.354.4030

Morgan’s is doing tacos the traditional way but on another level. These double decker crunchy concoctions are stuffed with seafood instead of meat, in this case shrimp or fish, grilled or fried.

Morgan’s then layers black beans, the restaurant’s top-secret special slaw, and homemade mango Pico de Gallo for a sweet note which complements the seafood perfectly.

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ALUMNI GRILL

The Alumni Grill might be best known for their burgers of the month, but a fan favorite on their menu is the tacos.

The soft tacos are filled with your choice of smoked pork, steak or shrimp, then overflow with slaw, corn salsa and Pepper Jack cheese.

Shrimp Tacos

Baja Fish or Shrimp Tacos

8013 MAIN ST., HOUMA, 985.223.7540

1023 SIXTH STREET, MORGAN CITY, 985.384.6188

DOMINIQUE’S BISTRO

Dominique’s Bistro does cafe’ selections with precision and these tacos are among the best options on the menu.

Gulf shrimp are packed into a tortilla, which is then loaded with delicious avocado, tomato, a cabbage blend, and a cilantro creme sauce. If you’re looking for a more refreshing take on the traditional fare, hands down, this is your new favorite lunchtime meal.

THE ORIGINAL CASTALANO’S

If you find yourself in St. Mary Parish and hungry for tacos, The Original Castalano’s is serving up this filling and fresh alternative to the classic meal.

Delicately seasoned grilled strips of Tilapia or grilled shrimp lay the foundation for a healthy dose of cheddar jack cheese, Pico de Gallo, avocado, cabbage and chipotle sauce, perfect for taco lovers who crave a little heat.

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LISTINGS

MUSIC Daiquris & Company 7550 HIGHWAY 182 E, MORGAN CITY SOULED OUT REUNION SHOW

Sept. 3, 9 p.m.

Beck’s

4293 Highway 1, Raceland CASIE & JONNY

Sept. 2, 9 p.m.

SOUTHPAW

Sept. 16, 9 p.m.

Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival MORGAN CITY CLIFF HILLEBRAN & THE ANYTIME BAND

Sept. 2, 5 p.m.

THE KYLE WILSON BAND

Sept. 2, 7 p.m.

ZOSO

Sept. 2, 9 p.m.

GENO DELAFOSE

Sept. 3, 1:30 p.m.

La Casa Del Sol

Texas Club

141 WESTOVER DRIVE, THIBODAUX

456 N. DONMOOR AVE., BATON ROUGE

SOUTHPAW

CHASE BRYANT

Sept. 30, 9 p.m. – 1 a.m.

Sept. 2, 7:30 p.m.

Houma’s Downtown Live After 5

JOE NICHOLS W/ CODY JOHNSON

Sept. 9, 9 p.m.

TRACY LAWRENCE

Sept. 23, 9 p.m.

DOWNTOWN HOUMA COURTHOUSE SQUARE

GLOWRAGE

BLUE EYED SOUL

Sept. 30, 9 p.m.

Sept. 30, 5:30 p.m.

Saenger Theatre

FLOOD THE LOVE RELIEF JAM (HEATH LEDET BAND, VELVET SKY, SOUTHPAW, NONC NU AND DA WILD MATOUS, THE RENDITIONS)

THE BEAU YOUNG BAND

Sept. 3, 4 p.m.

The Olde Icehouse

Sept. 18, 12 p.m.

CATEGORY 6

700 SAINT PATRICK ST., THIBODAUX

STURGILL SIMPSON

2 SHOTS TIL SUNDAY

Sept. 3, 6:30 p.m.

KERRY THIBODAUX

Sept. 9, 8 p.m.

Sept. 23, 9 p.m.

COWBOY MOUTH

Sept. 9, 8 p.m.

BECK

STEVE JUNOT

Sept. 3, 9 p.m.

TBA BAND

Sept. 15, 8 p.m.

Sept. 30, 9 p.m.

CHUBBY CARRIER

Sept. 17, 9 p.m.

Vino! Piano Bar

SOUTH 70 BAND

Sept. 4, 2 p.m.

656 CORPORATE DRIVE, HOUMA LINE DANCING

Sept. 6, 13, 20, 27, 7 p.m.

DJ NIGHT

Sept. 7, 14, 21, 28 JAM NIGHT W/ DARREN

Sept. 8, 15, 22, 29 BAYOUSIDE SWINGERS

Sept. 9 NATURAL SATISFACTION

Sept. 10 SWAMP POP

Sept. 11, 18, 25; 3 p.m.

Sept. 4, 4:30 p.m.

TODD O’NEILL

Sept. 4, 7 p.m.

MOJEAUX

Sept. 4, 9:30 p.m.

THE JUS CUZ BAND

Sept. 5, 11 a.m.

THE PONTCHARTRAIN WRECKS

Sept. 5, 1:30 p.m.

THE ROSS GRISHAM BAND

Sept. 5, 4 p.m.

DON RICH

Sept. 5, 6:30 p.m.

Cypress Bayou Casino

1111 CANAL ST., NEW ORLEANS

Orpehum Theatre 129 ROOSEVELT WAY, NEW ORLEANS

832 MARTIN LUTHER KING ROAD,

KRAFTWERK

CHARENTON

Sept. 9, 8:30 p.m.

STEVE SMITH (MR. LESTER’S)

FLUME

Sept. 2, 3, 23, 24, 30; 6 p.m.

Sept. 14, 9 p.m.

REUBEN RIVERA (BOCAT’S)

SYMPHONIE FANTASTIQUE

Sept. 2, 30; 7 p.m.; Sept. 3, 8 p.m.

Sept. 15, 17; 7:30 p.m.

WAYNE TOUPS (ROX)

TCHAIKOVSKY VIOLIN CONCERTO

Sept. 3, 10 p.m.

Sept. 23, 7:30 p.m.

KC AND THE SUNSHINE BAND (THE PAVILION)

JAMES BLAKE

Sept. 4, 8 p.m.

Sept. 27, 9 p.m.

JAMES DERING (MR. LESTER’S)

TICK TOCK GOES THE BACH

Sept. 9, 10; 6 p.m.

Sept. 29, 7:30 p.m.

EUGENE BOTTS (MR. LESTER’S)

CHARLIE PUTH

Sept. 16, 17; 6 p.m.

Sept. 30, 7:30 p.m.

Sept. 16

The Music Cove

CORY LANDRY (BOCAT’S)

EPIC

227 HOWARD AVE., HOUMA

Sept. 16, 7 p.m.; Sept. 17, 8 p.m.

Sept. 17

TOMMY G AND STORMY WEATHER

CHEE-WEEZ (ROX)

ZACH DUFRENE

Sept. 10, 9 p.m.

Sept. 17, 10 p.m.

Bold Sphere Music at Champions Square

KIP SONNIER

LASALLE STREET, NEW ORLEANS

Sept. 23, 7 p.m.; Sept. 24, 8 p.m.

WNOE BIRTHDAY BASH: BRANTLEY GILBERT

JOHNNY CHAUVIN (ROX)

Sept. 8, 7 p.m.

Sept. 24

ALABAMA SHAKES

JOSH GARRETT

Sept. 23, 30 BANDIT

Sept. 24

The Boxer & The Barrel 7817 MAIN ST., HOUMA AWOE, JIG THE ALIEN, BREAKTIME FOR FRANCIS, COLORS OF CLOSURE

Sept. 10, 10 p.m.

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Sept. 22, 7:30 p.m.

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LAGNIAPPE Thurs., Sept. 1

Thursday, Sept. 8

LOUISIANA SHRIMP & PETROLEUM FESTIVAL

SANCTUS: IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA

Known for its diverse music and a host of other events and food, the Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival returns for four days of family, friends and fun. Highlights include a 5K on Saturday, live music throughout the weekend, and a street parade and fireworks on Sunday.

MORGAN CITY SHRIMPANDPETROLEUM.ORG

Friday, Sept. 2 GRAND ISLE ORIGINAL REDFISH RODEO The Grand Isle Redfish Rodeo, a non-profit fishing rodeo, supports the community of Grand Isle and fosters fishing for all ages.

THROUGH SEPT. 4, BRIDGE SIDE MARINA, GRAND ISLE 985.787.2418

TRISTAN LORD’S MINIONS EXTRAVAGANZA This fundraiser is held to benefit Tristan Lord, diagnosed with chromosomal translocation at birth. The weekend’s events include a softball tournament, music, 5K race, kickball tournament, horseshoe tournament, Kids Korner, and a jambalaya cook-off. Friday’s events begin at 6 p.m., Saturday’s events begin at 8 a.m. and Sunday’s events begin at 11 a.m.

THROUGH SEPT. 4 , BAYOU BLUE RECREATION CENTER FACEBOOK.COM/EVENTS/525115381031915

Sunday, Sept. 4 BLESSING OF THE FLEET

Come learn and pray with some of the Spiritual Masters of the Church. The night begins with a 30-40 minute presentation, followed by 30 minutes of Eucharistic Adoration.

CATHEDRAL OF ST. FRANCIS DESALES CHURCH, HOUMA, 7 P.M.

Friday, Sept. 9 LIFT UP AUTISM 2016 Three years ago, Josh Everett, TrainHeroic, and more than 350 boxers in the fitness community, gather to support the autism community in a worldwide workout event called Lift Up Luke.

The event sought support for early diagnosis and treatment whilst raising funds for Autism Tree Project Foundation in San Diego. This year, the goal is to connect 1,000 gyms and 10,000 athletes by having participants take part in specific workouts. Cost is $35 with a shirt or a donation of any amount is asked for those that do not want a shirt.

MOMENTUM GYM, THIBODAUX, 6 P.M. EVENTBRITE.COM

HIP HOP YOGA NIGHT Join guest teacher Andie Chiasson-Kearney for this music-driven upbeat yoga class.

ROOT2RISE, HOUMA, 6 P.M. HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ EVENTS/1075063702542769/

Saturday, Sept. 10

Sunday morning of the Louisiana Shrimp & Petroleum Festival kicks off with the Blessing of the Fleet. At 10 a.m., following mass in Lawrence Park, decorated shrimp boats, pleasure craft, offshore supply boats, and other offshore industry boats parade down the Atchafalaya River after receiving a blessing for a safe and bountiful season.

BLESSED BY DOWNS BUDDY WALK

MORGAN CITY

PELTIER PARK, THIBODAUX, 8 A.M.

SHRIMPANDPETROLEUM.ORG

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Since 2011, Blessed by Downs, a Thibodaux-based group which supports those with Down Syndrome, has hosted a local Buddy Walk to raise money to support those with the disease. On-site registration begins at 8 a.m.; cost is $25 for the 1K Buddy Walk and $40 for the 5K. Post-race activities to follow.

BLESSEDBYDOWNS.ORG

ART AFTER DARK Local artists gather downtown for this annual event, hosted by The Terrebonne Fine Arts Guild. Attendees are invited to walk the downtown streets and see art at 32 locations.

DOWNTOWN HOUMA, 6:30 – 9:30 P.M.

CAJUN TOWN SHOWDOWN Cajun Town Showdown is a new custom car, truck, and bike show in south Louisiana. The event hands out awards such as Best Muscle Car, Best Classic Truck, Best Interior, and Longest Distance Traveled. Day-of registration is $25 for cars and $15 for bikes. Spectator cost is free.

4876 HIGHWAY ONE, RACELAND, 8 A.M. – 4 P.M. 504.920.7611, CAJUNTOWNSHOWDOWN@YAHOO.COM

Sunday, Sept. 11 NWA-ELITE CHAMPIONSHIP WRESTLING PRESENTS NEVER SURRENDER Catch the battle for general manager of NWAElite, the NWA World Heavyweight Championship, World Junior Heavyweight Championship and more at this event hosted by NWA-Elite Championship. There is also a blindfold match and the return of Ryan Oshun. Tickets are $12 for ringside reserved seating or $15 at the door.

EAST PARK RECREATION CENTER, HOUMA, 5 P.M. ELITECHAMPIONSHIPWRESTLING.COM

SUMMON THE HEROES CONCERT South Louisiana Community Orchestra invites music lovers to enjoy Summon the Heroes, a concert in honor of those that lost their lives, were injured or impacted on Sept. 11, 2001.

Scott “Gunny” Pierce, former Marine Gunnery Sergeant and U.S. Marine & Bugle Corps member, serves as conductor. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 years old and younger, and free for military personnel and first-responders dressed in uniform.

REGIONAL MILITARY MUSEUM, HOUMA, 3 P.M.

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LAGNIAPPE

FIGHTING FOR FUNK YARD SALE This huge multi-family yard sale aims to raise money for the medical expenses of Monique McKemie Funk, who is currently battling brain cancer for the second time.

HOUMA-TERREBONNE CIVIC CENTER, 7 A.M. – 1P.M. HTTPS://WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/ EVENTS/317946838592817/

Thursday, Sept. 15

FIVE BAYOUS FISHING RODEO

CATHEDRAL OF ST. FRANCIS DESALES CHURCH, HOUMA,

The Five Bayous Fishing Rodeo is a fundraiser to benefit the Dulac Community Center. The light, saltwater fall fishing rodeo promotes the rich and beautiful bayous of Bayou Dularge/ Theriot, Bayou Grand Caillou/Dulac, Bayou Petit Caillou/Chauvin, Bayou Terrebonne/Montegut, and Bayou Pointe-Aux-Chenes. Cast payout is $2,175. Registration fee is $20. Scales open at 12 p.m. and close at 5 p.m.

7 P.M.

HOUMA AIRBASE RODEO ARENA, HOUMA, 12 P.M. – 5 P.M.

SANCTUS: TERESA OF AVILA Come learn and pray with some of the Spiritual Masters of the Church. The night begins with a 30-40 minute presentation, followed by 30 minutes of Eucharistic Adoration.

985.563.7483, INFO@DULACCOMMUNITYCENTER.ORG

Friday, Sept. 16 BEAUTY AND BRAIDS SOCIAL Root2Rise hosts a social featuring demos, door prizes, and free samples. Come out and learn some new braiding techniques and get introduced to healthy beauty products.

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BUCK$ AND BUCKLE$ Terrebonne Livestock and Agricultural Fair Association hosts Buck$ and Buckle$, a Western rodeo featuring everything from bronc riding to barrel racing. Sheep riding begins at 6:30 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m.

HOUMA AIRBASE RODEO ARENA, 7 P.M.

ROOT2RISE, HOUMA, 6 P.M. – 8 P.M.

985.804.7932, TERREBONNE-LIVESTOCK.ORG

Saturday, Sept. 17

Thursday, Sept. 22

THE FALL BY-YOU JUNK SALE

SANCTUS: THE CLOUD OF UNKNOWING

Clean the garage, go through your closets, and spruce up the house at this fall junk sale.

For information on selling your things, call 985.851.1020.

Come learn and pray with some of the Spiritual Masters of the Church. The night begins with a 30-40 minute presentation, followed by 30 minutes of Eucharistic Adoration.

HOUMA TERREBONNE CIVIC CENTER, HOUMA,

CATHEDRAL OF ST. FRANCIS DESALES CHURCH, HOUMA,

7 A.M. – 1 P.M.

7 P.M.

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LAGNIAPPE Thursday, Sept. 29 HELLO HEALTH SEMINAR: MORE THAN JUST PAP SMEARS AND MAMMOGRAMS

Saturday, Sept. 24 HEALTH FAIR Medical personnel are on hand for this opportunity to get an update on your personal health.

Registration required.

OCHSNER ST. ANNE, RACELAND, 8 A.M.–12 P.M.

Hello Health is a healthcare seminar series for the community that discusses important health topics and current medical trends. Dr. Natasha Goss will be leading this seminar, discussing topics and trends related to pap smears and mammograms. Registration required.

OCHSNER ST. ANNE, RACELAND, 12 P.M. 985.537.8350

Through Oct. 21 RON BROOKS BLOOD DRIVE

SOUTHERN SHOOTING CENTER, THIBODAUX, 9 A.M.

This 10th annual blood drive challenges LSU fans to give the gift of life by donating blood to the Terrebonne General Medical Center Blood Donor Center. Ron Brooks, an avid Ole Miss fan, founded the drive as a challenge to the team’s opponent, LSU, to bring awareness to the importance of blood donation. Each donor receives a commemorative t-shirt and is entered to win a trip for two to New York including airfare, a football signed by the Manning family, or a football signed by Les Miles. First time donors are also entered to win a Kindle. Winners are announced on Oct. 21, the last day of the drive.

WWW.KREWEOFCHRONOS.COM

985.873.4616

985.537.8350

KREWE OF CHRONOS CLAY SHOOT This second annual event benefits Upside Downs, a non-profit organization dedicated to serving those with Down Syndrome. There are two flights in the morning, with awards, prizes, food, and drinks at Mudbug Brewery, LLC afterward. Cost is $500 for adult teams and $400 youth teams; cost includes a t-shirt, food and drinks.

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WHAT’S STIRRIN’ E

ach month our staff will select the best #GeauxGumbo hashtags on Instagram or Facebook that showcase what’s happening in and around our communities. Are you out and about?

Are you cheering at the soccer fields with the kids or hanging at the festivals with your bestie? Tag us @GUMBOGUIDE or #GEAUXGUMBO for a chance to have your image featured in a future issue of Gumbo.

@CentralLafourche

Hank Holland presents CLHS Principal Jarod Martin with a special piece created for the school’s anniversary celebrations.

@H3Studios

Dancers and their families and friends cast a line to support the Houma dance studio.

H3 STUDIOS FISHING RODEO

CENTRAL LAFOURCHE HIGH SCHOOL 50 YEAR

@jaofhouma

Dancing with the Stars competition winners John Poiencot & Desiree Landry!

JUNIOR AUXILIARY OF HOUMA’S MOONLIGHT MASQUERADE

ANNIVERSARY

@jaofhouma

@OperationFullPantry

JUNIOR AUXILIARY OF HOUMA’S MOONLIGHT

Volunteers gather to collect donations to support those affected by the recent flooding.

MASQUERADE

OPERATION FULL PANTRY FLOOD RELIEF POP-UP

Past and present members of Junior Auxiliary of Houma gather for a worthy cause.

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