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Updated   *CURRENT EVENTS*   August 15, 2004
  • Lamar Dixon Expo Center
  • Oct. 23-24, Overcome Agility Dog Trails, Arena B
    • Oct. 27-30, Dixie Jubilee Horse Show, Arena D
    Oct. 28, Ducks Unlimited Banquet, Trade Mart.
    .Oct. 30-31, BR Kennel Club Dog Show, 4-H Building
    • Mothers Against Crack Cocaine, Inc.
    Mothers Against Crack Cocaine, Inc. MACC-ON-TRACC will hold their monthly meeting 10/26/04 at 7:30 p.m.
    St. John's Church,Hwy. 73, Prairieville, Education Center.
    MACC has extended an invitation to Mental Health and Substance Abuse for their September meeting. They have confirmed they will attend to address the group. We feel this is of importance in our fight against drug trafficing and crack cocaine addiction. We ask that you join us in our efforts to eliminate drug traffic in our community to ensure a safer , drug free environment for our younger children growing up!
    If you would like to join us in our fight contact:
    Rhonda at 225-673-8754 or E-Mail maccontracc@cox.net
    Ann at 225-202-2403 or E-Mail ascensionmacc@cox.net
    or Bonnie at 225-647-2799 or E-Mail boniemaccontracc@aol.com
    • Tee Joe Gonzales Museum
    School has started, teachers are encouraged to call 647-9552 to schedule a tour for the upcoming school year.
    Tours are free. Hours: Monday-Thursday, 10 a.m.-noon and 1 p.m.-5 p.m. or by appointment.
    Closed all major holidays. Come experience a step back in time and learn the history of Gonzales.
    •Go! 2004
    Women in Action Fall Conference Oct. 23, 2004 from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. at the Gonzales Civic Center, 219 S. Irma Blvd., Gonzales. Dr. Claudette Aubert will be the speaker. Cost is $20. For more info, (225) 265-2322.
    • Prairieville Broncos

    The Prairieville Bronco Youth Football Team is now having an open registration for the upcoming football season. Please contact 673-2976 for more information.
    •Duplessis Primary Fall Fest
    The Duplessis Primary PTO will host a Fall Fest/Shopping Extravaganza on Nov. 13th, from 9-4 pm. We are looking for venders with crafts or goods and have booths available.
    For more information please call Linda Soileau @673-2181, Dawn Meliet @ 673-2217, or April Nickens @ 673-3128.
    • Volunteer Ascension "Evening of Luxury"
    Mark your calendars for November 9, 2004, 7:00 p.m. at the Carriage house in Gonzales. There will be fine wines, a silent auction, diamonds, art, luxury automobiles, cigars, and chocolate flowing from a fountain! Please call the office at 644-1655 for further details.
    • VFW Halloween Party
    VFW Post $3693 & Auxiliary #3693 will have their annual children's Halloween Party on Sun., Oct. 24 at 2 p.m. The ages are 0-12 for the (1) Most Original, (2) Prettiest and (3) Scariest. See you there!
    •Computer Monitors Needed
    Gonzales AARP-TAX Aid program needs 4 working computer monitors. If you have up-graded your computer monitor and a have a monitor you are not using, and want to donate it for volunteers in this program, contact Warren Croom, 225-622-4704. The AARP Foundation is a 501(c)(3) so any donations to the AARP may qualify for a tax deduction.
    •Brown Bag-Jambalaya Park
    Help celebrate the fall season in a beautiful park around the fountain and outdoor theatre on Friday, Oct. 22, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Music will be provided by the East Ascension Band at 12 noon. Bring your own food and drink.
    •Booths Available
    Coeur du Bayou will hold Christmas Arts & Crafts Bazaar Sun., Nov. 28, 10am-3:30pm at St. Judes Church Hall, Hwy. 1, Belle Rose. Booths are available. Cost of a 10x10 inside or outside is $30. If interested call Yvette at (985) 369-7700 or (985) 369-3554.
    •Book Signing @Book Fair
    Jill Pascoe, author of new book, "Louisiana's Haunted Plantations," will be signing books at the St. Amant School's Book Fair Oct. 26 in school library 2:45-7pm. It will feature books for purchase for ages kindergarten thru adult, and children can pose for photos with Allie the Alligator. For more info call Jodie Signorelli @ 622-2574 or Selina Fontenot @ 621-2576.
    •The Annual St. Jude Fish Fry & Auction
    The Annual St. Jude Fish Fry & Auction will be held Thurs., Nov. 11 at Bayview Tavern from 5 p.m. till. Auction, raffle and more. Fish boxes $5 per plate. Come see your old friends and meet new ones while benefiting the Children of St. Jude's Children Research Hospital. For more info call Bayview at 698-3147.
    • Financial Aid Seminar
    St. Amant High School is hosting a Financial Aid Seminar for students grades 9-11 and parents on Tues., Nov. 9, at 7pm in the school commons area. Speaker from LA Office of Student Financial Assistance (LOSFA) will provide valuable info on the Tuition Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) and other financial aid. On Jan. 13, '05, there will be a separate Financial Aid Seminar for seniors.
    • Volunteer Ascension
    "Make A Difference Day" in Ascension Parish October 23rd marks the 14th "Make A difference Day", a national day of volunteering cosponsored by USA Weekend Magazine and the Points of Light Foundation & Volunteer Center National Network. You or your organization can register your project(s) through Volunteer Ascension. Corporate Sponsor is Shell Chemical Company.
    • Ascension Singers
    The group will be at Azalea Estates Thurs., Oct. 28, 9:30am and Gonzales Sr. Center at 11am. On Fri., Oct. 29 at D'ville House, 9:15am; the Donaldsonville Sr. Center, 10:30am. Public is invited. Program is supported by funds from LA State Arts Council and the LA Division of the Arts and the Arts Council of Greater BR thru the Decentralized Arts Fund Program.
    •Basic Beginning Drawing
    Artist Diana Knapp, Oct. 5, 12, 19, 26, Nov. 2 & 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Painting artists can benefit from this technique. 12 hrs. of instruction: $40/RRAA members and $45/non-members. All classes held at St. James Lutheran Church, 1415 E. Hwy. 30. Call 647-8634 for info. Register at RRAA Gallery in The Cajun Village.
    •Chamber Discount Card
    The Ascension Chamber 2004 Discount Card is now on sale! The card consists of percentage discounts to free and complimentary products and services from
    over 50 businesses in Ascension Parish. Cards can be purchased at the Chamber office for only $5 per card. Special discounts available for those
    who purchase 26 cards or more. For more info, call the Chamber at 647-7487 or email
    abourque@ascensionchamber.com.
  • American Legion Bingo
    Bingo at the American Legion Post at 421 East City Park Street in Gonzales, behind the old swimming pool, every Wednesday. Doors open 6pm, bingo starts 7:30pm. There's smoking & non-smoking section, cash bar. Children are welcome when with a parent. Everyone must have at least a $5 book. Please join us for an enjoyable night out, with the kids.
    • Bus Tour - Oct. 11-15
    5-day bus tour thru Louisiana country side via Lafayette, across the Texas border thru Houston and San Antonio, TX. Hotel across from the Alamo, walking distance to Riverwalk, explore the Missions, shop at Mexican Market, visit New Brandfels, TX, Laredo, TX; cross the Mexican-USA border into Nuevo Laredo for Mexican shopping. Tour package includes bus/hotel/10 meals/tour guides.
    For info and a free itinerary, call Wilma Taylor at 225-675-5287.
    • American Legion Bingo
    Bingo at the American Legion Post every Wednesday evening. We are located at 421 E. City Park St. in Gonzales, behind the old swimming pool. Doors open 6:30pm, bingo starts 7:30pm. There’s smoking & non-smoking section and cash bar. Children are welcome when with a parent. Everyone must have at least a $5 book. Please join us for an enjoyable night out, with the kids.
    •The Great Griffin Run
    Dutchtown High School Cross Country Team's 1st Great Griffin Run will be Nov. 6th, a 5k & 1 mile run. Jambalaya ($2), music, awards and door prizes. Reg. forms may be picked up at DHS office or at TigerPages.com under "Tiger Bites." Free t-shirt for those registered by Fri., Oct. 29. Age group awards will be 3 deep in the following: 10-under, 11-12, 13-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 and over. For more info call 225-6218250.
  • Halloween Party
    Knights of Columbus Council 6389 will hold their annual Halloween Party & Costume Contest Oct. 28, 6:30pm, KC Hall, 43472 Black Bayou Rd. in St. Amant. Costume Contest for 4 age groups 0-2,3-5, 6-8, 9-12. Trophies will be awarded for Scariest, Cutest Most Original, 1 Overall winner will be selected. There will be games with prizes, treat bags and refreshments.
  • Ascension Parish Pageants
    "Little Miss/Master Ascension Parish & Little Miss & Master Christmas, Sat., Dec. 4 in Gonzales. Earn a free entry by selling 25 sponsor tickets. John Robert Powers School award of $1,000 scholarship to 1 person in each age division. You don't have to win. The International Beauty Team "I Wanna Look Like Miss America" Model Search. 10 age groups including boys and women. For a form call and leave your address 225-268-4225 or email missann0966@aol.com.
  • Council on Aging
    Mon., Oct. 25, Bingo & Crafts 9:30 and PACE Exercise 11:15. Tues., Oct. 26, Bingo & Crafts 9:30 and Recipe & Coupon Exchange Club and Bridge Lessons 1:00. Wed., Oct. 27, Annual Meeting and Line Dancing 1:00. Thurs., Oct. 28, Bingo & Crafts 9:30, Birthday Celebration featuring the Ascension Singers and PACE Exercise 11:15. Fri., Oct. 29, Annual Halloween Party, Costume Contest and entertainment by Cliff Nickens, starting at 9:30 a.m. Lunch served daily.
    • Power Wheelchairs
    The Senior Wheels USA Program makes available Power Wheelchairs to senior citizens and permanently disabled at no cost to the recipient, if they qualify. Call 1-800-246-6010 to see if you qualify.
    • Fall Fest
    The Duplessis Primary PTO will host a Fall Fest/Shopping Extravaganza on Nov. 13th, from 9-4 pm.
    We are looking for venders with crafts or goods and have booths available.
    For more information please call:
    Linda Soileau @673-2181
    Dawn Meliet @ 673-2217
    or April Nickens @ 673-3128.
    Tau Kappa Omega Raffle
    Tau Kappa Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. will be raffling the chance to win a flat screen TV or other monetary prizes on Oct. 25. Three prizes will be drawn and tickets are $2. To purchase tickets call 225-268-8750 or 225-802-4678.
    REUNIONS

    •. Falcon Family Reunion
    All Falcons and Falcon descendants are cordially invited to attend a family reunion on Sun., Nov. 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Chackbay Firemen's Fairgrounds near Thibodaux. For details call Anna at 985-448-1078. Hope to see you there!
    • Class of EAHS 1994
    EA Class of 94. Our 10 year reunion planning.
    Please send us your current mailing address and,(if you have one) ,your E-mail address.
    Send to;
    J. Babin
    46025 Hwy 22
    St Amant, La. 70774
    E-Mail to: mcashat@wildcatgolfclub.com
    or jace.babin@cox.net
    • Richardson Reunion

    Joseph Hardy Richardson family reunion is Sun., Oct. 31 at the Head Equestrian Center, 18850 Old Perkins Rd., located off Highland Rd. Gather at 12:30 p.m., Jambalaya at 2 p.m. Bring your favorite dish, family genealogy and family photos. Those who plan to attend, contact Charles Borskey at 225-675-5516 or by email at richardson reunion04@yahoo.com.
    • 1992 St. Amant Graduates

    Friends, family and graduates. We are looking for current address information for all 1992 STA graduates. Please send this information to Heather C. Daniel at 14351 Parkmeadow, Prairieville, LA 70769; or if you have any questions call Jennifer (Landry) Board at 644-7812, Heather (Clouatre) Daniel at 673-5431, Jennifer (Delaune) Spillman at 622-4990, or Tommy Bonaventure at 754-7485.
    • STA Class of 1988

    We are in the process of planning our 15 year reunion. If you interested in joining the reunion committee please call Jill Humphrey Rumfellow at 715-2852 or Camile Trabeau at 675-6718.
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    COMMUNITY INFORMATION
    •La Leche Leagues Monthly Meeting
    The La Lache will hold their monthly meeting on the second Thursday of every month at the Lamar Dixon Expo Center's YMCA Building
    Month of May's topic is "The Advantages of Breast Feeding".
    For more information or personal help
    Contact;
    Lisa at 675-8759 or Melissa at 675-5513
    • West Ascension Food Distribution

    Application for the Quarterly Food Distributions are being taken at the Parish Presidents Office in Donaldsonville, located at 114 Nicholls St.
    For more info please Call: Heather Clifton at (225) 473-1231
    •Jambalaya Park Pool OPEN
    The YMCA @ Lamar Dixon Expo Center is pleased to announce that the Jambalaya Park Swimming Pool is now open.
    The YMCA and The City of Gonzales have many options for you and your Family to enjoy the Pool.
    Call 644-9622 for more info or simply go by the Pool. We have the plan for you.
    The YMCA
    We Are Building
  • strong Kids
  • strong Families
  • strong Communities
    • Ascension Battered Women
    The Ascension Battered Women’s Program is proud to announce that we have moved. We are now in a larger office in the heart of Gonzales. We also opened our first outreach office in Donaldsonville on Wednesdays afternoons. As always we offer free individual, or group counseling.
    For directions to either office please call 644-4916 or 1-800-541-9706.
    The Capital Area Battered Women's Program offers
    "FREE AND CONFIDENTIAL"
  • counseling
  • support groups
  • court advocacy
  • 24 hour Emergency Shelter and Assistance
    We help find Safe Havens for victims of Domestic Abuse
    • Out of the Darkness
    Support Group for parents that have children with Bipolar or other mental illnesses. The group will meet at the Ascension Parish Library in Gonzales. If you or someone you know may be interested, call Stephanie for details at 675-6703.
    • Energy Assistance
    Need help on your light bill or gas bill? Gonzales 644-8532, Donaldsonville 473-8361. If you have not applied for LIHEAP assistance in 2001 contact your Quad Area office for details. Bring your proof of gross monthly income for the prior month, bring your highest utility bill within the last five months, and bring the social security numbers for all household members. Office hours are M-F 8 till 4:30 and Saturday 9-12 through December 15, 2001. Remember - You cannot apply if you have applied within the last 12 months.
    • A.P.A.W.S. Adoption Days
    A.P.A.W.S. Adoption Days has moved to the new PetsMart off Siegen Lane in Baton Rouge. Adoption Days are held each Saturday from 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM and Sunday from 11:30 AM - 4:00 PM. Volunteers are needed to assist with the animals during these hours. For more information, or to offer help out with Adoption Days, please call A.P.A.W.S. at 225-677-9292.
    • Albuterol Products Available
    The In Home Rx Program makes available breathing medications and Nebulizers to patients who may have Asthma, Emphysema or Copd at no cost to the recipient, if they quality. The products are provided to those who are troubled with severe breathing conditions, and who meet the additional guidelines of the program. No deposit is required and you never have to wait in line at the Pharmacy. For more information, call 1-800-344-5764.
    • Woodmen of the World
    The Woodmen of the World have meetings every third Wednesday of the month at Shoney’s Restaurant on Hwy. 30 in Gonzales at 7 p.m.
    • Alzheimer Support Group
    Meetings are held on the first Thursday of each month at 10 a.m. at St. Elizabeth Hospital Cafeteria, 1125 W. Hwy. 30. Contact Kathy Coco 1-800-947-2228 for more information.
    • Mentors Needed
    Volunteer Ascension’s Mentoring Ascension Program is seeking caring adults to be partnered with children in need. Change the life of a child today - call Julie Blouin, Program Coordinator at 644-7655 for more information.
    •Pet Lover’s Alert!
    Is your dog a superstar? Would you like to show your dog off while providing enjoyment to someone who could use a smile? Think about signing up your dog and becoming a Trinity Hospice Pet Therapy volunteer for area nursing homes and special events. Call 1-800-449-1312 for more information.
    • Volunteer Agencies Wanted
    Local not for profit agencies seeking volunteers and volunteers looking for rewarding summer volunteer opportunities are encouraged to contact Alicé Bourque, Executive Director of Volunteer Ascension. After speaking with Bourque, agencies and individuals will be asked to fill out a registration form and return the info so that volunteers can be matched with agencies in need of assitance. Call 644-7655 for more information.
    • Bipolar Support Group
    Bipolar support group to meet the 3rd Wednesday of each month at
    The Gonzales Branch Library at 6:30 PM for parents with Bipolar Children.
    contact: Stephanie Leblanc At 910-0063
    • Power Wheelchairs Available>
    State Medical makes available power (electric) wheelchairs to senior citizens and permanently disabled of any age people, usually at no out-of-pocket expense if they qualify. No deposit is required. Call 1-800-340-8524 or visit website www.statemedical.com for more info.
    • LA Dept of Social Services Ongoing Foster/Adoptive Home Recruitment
    The Office of Community Services provides an ongoing recruitment campaign in search of new foster and adoptive homes. This is accomplished by differant methods including presentations, speeches and various advertising strategies.

    There are no fees involved. However, once a person decides to move forward in the application process there are requirements that must be met.

    Please call Darcie Moore at 225-622-0704 or email darciesnotes@yahoo.com for more information.

    • C.O.A. Needs Drivers
    The Ascension Council on Aging is in immediate need of meal delivery and back up drivers. Good job for retired person. Must have clean driving record, experience driving vans, chauffeurs license and be drug and alcohol free. Apply at 536 Irma Blvd. in Gonzales.
    • Alpha Learning Systems Alcohol Awareness Classes
    < Alcohol Awareness Classes are held at Mandarin Seafood (Mongolian Bar-B-Q) 6989 Florida Blvd. (corner Donmoor & Florida),every Thursday at 7:00pm and every Sunday at 5:00pm.

    As a state approved provider for the Responsible Vendor's Program. We teach the Alcohol Awareness Classes as mandated by the State of Louisiana. State law provides that all persons, but not limited to selling, serving, and handling alcohol attend these classes and obtain a State Permit. Participants must have a valid ID, Driver's License, Military ID, or Passport. There is a $25.00 fee for this required course. Permits are issued on site for those who qualify and pass the required exam.

    For more info:
    Marc Namias
    225-926-4524
    Or E-mail us at: sri682home.com

    • Toughlove Support Group
    Are you arguing with your spouse over the behavior of your child? Is the tension between you growing while your child’s behavior remains the same? Is your child dividing your family? You may need to attend a Toughlove meeting. A Toughlove Parents Support Group meets every Monday night at 7 p.m. at Meadows Chapel United Methodist Church. Come join us at the corner of LA Hwy 73 and U.S. 61. Phone 926-7544.
    • Kountry Kickers
    Are you tired of Tuesday night T.V.? The Kountry Kickers cordially invite you to join them in fun, food and fellowship of Square Dancing any Tuesday night from 7:30 - 9:30 at Berthelot's Hall, 45102 Stringer Bridge Road, St. Amant. For more information, call Ben and Diane Duke at 622-5638, Purvis and Nora Hebert at 673-6432, or Lynda and James Lambert at 647-6296. If you have never tried it, lessons will be starting soon. Try us...You'll love us!!!
    • Need a High School Diploma?
    To find out how you can earn a High School Diploma, call 621-2650 or 621-2631 or come by the Gonzales Adult Education & GED Testing Center at 611 North Burnside Ave in Gonzales.

    Register anytime
    Monday - Thursday 8:15 AM - 4:00 PM
    Monday & Tuesday evenings 5:00 PM-9:00 PM
    Anyone 16 years old or older who is not enrolled in regular school may come to the classes.

    • Victim Impact Pane
    MADD (Mothers Against Drunk Drivers) seeks injured victims and family members of victims killed in drunk driving crashes to serve as volunteer speakers at MADD’s Victim Impact Panel in Baton Rouge, Denham Springs, and Gonzales. Person interested are asked to call Kristina Guy at the state office (225) 926-0804/1-800-992-6233.l