What’s Happening: Candidates Forum Monday at 6 p.m.

CENTRAL — Events coming up in and around Central:

Monday, September 19 • Meet the Candidates • 6 p.m.

The Republican Women of Central will sponsor a Meet the Candidates Forum at Pit Crew BBQ, 9718 Shady Bluff on the corner of Hooper Road.  Doors open at 6 p.m.  Forum and meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.  The Forum will feature all qualified Republican candidates running for statewide and parish elections.  Cost is $15 per person.  For information on events or membership, visit www.lfrw.org/republicanwomenofcentral.

September 16 through 18 • September 23 through 25 • September 30 through October 2

Please join Grace United Pentecostal Church for “A Miracle for You” Crusade with guest speaker Evangelist Jerry Holland.  Times for these three dynamic weekends are Friday and Saturday services start at 7 p.m., Sunday School starts at 10 a.m., and preaching with Bro. Holland starts at 11 a.m.

Saturday, September 17 • Practice ACT/SAT Test

Central High School will have a free practice ACT and/or SAT test.  There is only room for 75 students.  So space is limited.  Sign up in the counseling office.  For information, contact Maureen Lobrano, CHS counselor at 261-3438 or 261-3045.

Saturday, September 17 • Equi-Trek Competitive Trail Ride

Please join us at Frazier’s Homestead, 13133 Brown Road, for a competitive trail ride.  Awards and prizes for 1st through 6th place.  The ride will be a casual five to six mile trail ride with six judged obstacles through lovely wooded areas and mixed terrain.  For registration or information, visit www.equi-trek.org or call 937-7808.  Pro, advanced, novice, junior, peewee, trail-in-hand, and companion divisions.

Saturday, September 17 • Fishing Tournament • Safe Daylight to 3 p.m.

The Rotary Club of Central is hosting a Fishing Tournament to benefit the Central Community Assistance Foundation.  The CCAF helps students and their families suffering economic hardship.  The fishing tournament will be held at False River Public Landing in New Roads. For information, contact Kenny Wall at 405-0428, Jennifer Hinton at 937-3553, or Doug Blacklock at 938-3574.

Saturday, September 17 • Central Area Horse Show • 4 p.m.

The Central Area Horse Show, sponsored by the Deep South Stock Horse Show Association, will be held at the Shady Park Arena on Greenwell Springs Road.  Judged and timed events in four age groups.  Beginners welcome.  For info, www.dsshsa.org.

Thursday, September 22 • “Catholics and the Bible” • 7 p.m.

Join Deacon Ronnie Hebert of St. Alphonsus Church and Deacon Ricky Patterson of St. Louis King of France Church as they give a presentation on the Holy Bible at St. Alphonsus Church.  For information, contact Ola Johnson and 261-4644.

Thursday, September 22 • CHS PTO Meeting

The first PTO meeting of the year will be held at CHS auditorium.  Theresa Hay from the Board of Regents office will speak on the new graduation requirements that will affect all 9th and 10th graders.  Plan to attend.

Thursday, September 22 • Open House • 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Lane Regional Medical and Cardiovascular Institute of the South are proud to announce the fifth anniversary of the Lane Cardiovascular Center.  An Open House will be held at the CIS Zachary clinic, 6550 Main St., Ste. 1000.  Hors d’oeuvres and drinks will be served.  For information about CIS, call 1-800-425-2565 or visit www.cardio.com.

Thursday, September 29 • Prostate Cancer Screening • 6 p.m.

Lane Regional Medical Center and urologist Dr. Robert Grissom will host a free prostate cancer screening.  Appointments are required and space is limited.  Call 654-5263 to schedule your appointment today.

Saturday, October 1 • Pride of Louisiana Pageant

The Pride of Louisiana Pageant is open to babies to 21 years.  Don’t miss this!  Beautiful crowns and custom sashes.  For information, go to www.prideoflouisiana.webs.com or contact Kellie Alford at cheerbooster.com.

Sunday, October 2 • Bethany Baptist of Baywood Homecoming

The church family would like to invite everyone to join in Homecoming Services at Bethany Baptist of Baywood.  Bible Study and Sunday School starts at 9:30 a.m., church services at 10:30 a.m., and dinner on the grounds to follow.  For information, call 719-1253.

Friday, October 7 • CHS Hall of Fame

This year’s Central High Hall of Fame Inductees will be the 1922, 1993, and 1995 State Championship Baseball Teams.  The teams were coached by Randy Blanchard, a current member of the Hall of Fame.  A reception for the inductees will be at the Central Middle cafeteria at 5:30 p.m. prior to the Central vs. Zachary game.  The new inductees will be honored at halftime.  Players of these teams should email Sid Edwards at eedwards@centralcss.org.

Sunday, October 9 • St. Alphonsus Hall of Fame • 10 a.m.

St. Alphonsus Hall of Fame 2011 recipients will be inducted at 10 a.m. Mass.  Now is the time to nominate someone you believe has given of their time, talent, and energy to the betterment of St. Alphonsus Parish.  Deadline for nominations is Friday, Aug. 19.  Nomination forms can be picked up in the church office or visit www.stalphonsusbr.org.

Saturday, October 15 • Alzheimer’s A Walk/Run to Remember • 8 a.m.

The Alzheimer’s Services of the Capital Area will hold it’s annual A Walk/Run to Remember on the LSU Campus on the “Old Front Nine”, off Nicholson Ext. across from Patrick F. Taylor Hall, formerly called CEBA Building.  Registration and Memory Market Exhibitors begin at 8 a.m., race begins at 9 a.m., and walk begins at 9:10 a.m.  For information, visit www.BRhope.com or call 334-7494.

Saturday, October 15 • Rosary Rally • 12 noon

The Annual Public Square Rosary Rally will be held at the corner of Hooper and Sullivan roads and at the corner of Hooper and Greenwell Springs roads.

Thursday, October 20 • A Night on the Bayou • 5:30 p.m.

The City of Central Chamber of Commerce will present “A Night on the Bayou” featuring Troy Landry of “Swamp People.”  The event will be at the Central High Gym, 10200 East Brookside.  General admission is $35 per person.  Catering by Kristenwood Catering.  For information, call 261-5818.

Saturday, October 22 • Central Area Horse Show • 10 a.m.

The Central Area Horse Show, sponsored by the Deep South Stock Horse Show Association, will be held at the Shady Park Arena on Greenwell Springs Road.  Judged and timed events in four age groups.  Beginners welcome.  For info, www.dsshsa.org.

Saturday, October 29 • Annual Dinner/Raffle and Live Auction • 7 p.m.

Central Private Parents’ Club will hold its’ Annual Dinner/Raffle and Live Auction in the high school gym.  Tickets are now on sale!  There will be a live auction following dinner.  Remember there are only 300 tickets available!  For information or to make a donation, call 261-3313.

 

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