Calendar of Events

2011


July

  • 9 ~ Grand Coteau 101: Lessons in the Arts, Food and Living Well
    11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m:
    Martin Luther King Dr., Grand Coteau
    Come enjoy a full day of workshops, demonstrations and events throughout historic Grand Coteau on Saturday, July 9, 2011. Learn how to make wreaths for all seasons; see a demonstration on Indian block printing; learn to make scones or delicious appetizers, watch a quilt-maker at work, get your antiques appraised, discover the multitude of home uses for herbs or wander through a beautiful botanical garden. Demonstrations are offered by Grand Coteau citizens and shopkeepers who are eager to share their knowledge and skills—all within the charming downtown district of Grand Coteau. All ages welcome.

    11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
    “Show on the Road ANTIQUES”
    Location:
    Petite Rouge

    11:00 a.m.: to 11:30 p.m.
    The Many Uses of Herbs
    Location:
    Earth n Herbs
    Instructor: Diane Queen, herb specialist

    11:00 a.m.: to 11:30 p.m.
    How to Make Scones and Lemon Curd
    Location:
    The Kitchen Shop
    Instructor: Nancy Brewer

    11:30 p.m. to 12:00 p.m.
    Making Dragonflies from Found Materials
    Location:
    Casa Azul Gifts
    Instructor: Trish Ransom

    1:00 p.m.to 1:30 p.m.
    Wreath-Making For All Seasons
    Location:
    Days Gone By
    Instructor: Sue Colley

    1:00 p.m.to 1:30 p.m.
    Tips on Journaling
    Location:
    Casa Azul Gifts
    Instructor: Patrice Melnick

    1:30 p.m. to 2:00
    How to Make Sangria
    Location:
    The Kitchen Shop
    Instructor: Nancy Brewer

    2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
    Butterfly and Hummingbird Gardening
    Location:
    GrandCoteauGardens
    Instructor: Marianne Joye

    2:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
    Creole Heritage and Recipes
    Location:
    Casa Azul Gifts
    Instructor: Chef John LaFleur II

    2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
    Quilt Making Demonstration
    Location:
    Casa Azul Gifts
    Instructor: Gwen Miller

    2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
    Easy and Delicious Appetizers
    Location:
    Catahoula's
    Instructor: Chef Rachel Leckelt

    2:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
    Self-care Techniques for Wellness & Relaxation
    Location:
    Nine Cedars Health and Wellness.
    Instructor: Jennifer Melancon

    3:00 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
    Printing on Fabric with Indian Wood Blocks
    Location:
    Casa Azul Gifts
    Instructor: Patrice Melnick

    3:00 p.m.to 3:30 p.m.
    Wreath-Making For All Seasons
    Location:
    Days Gone By
    Instructor: Sue Colley

    3:30 p.m.to 4:00 p.m.
    The Many Uses of Herbs
    Location:
    Earth 'n' Herbs
    Instructor: Diane Queen, herb specialist

    Note: Many classes will have handouts available.
    If you miss a demonstration you wanted to attend, drop by the shop and pick up a free handout!

    NOTE: More classes are being added.

    For more information call 337-662-1032 or casa.azul.gc@gmail.com;


  • 28 ~ 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Ronnie Clifton (poetry) & Philip Gould & Fawn Larson (music) followed by Open Mic.
    Casa Azul - casa.azul.gc@gmail.com - (337) 662-1032 - 232 Martin Luther King Dr., Grand Coteau



    August

  • 25 ~ 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Jessica Bordelon & Alex Johnson followed by Open Mic.
    Casa Azul - casa.azul.gc@gmail.com - (337) 662-1032 - 232 Martin Luther King Dr., Grand Coteau



    September

  • 22 ~ 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Multilingual Open Mic
    Casa Azul - casa.azul.gc@gmail.com - (337) 662-1032 - 232 Martin Luther King Dr., Grand Coteau

  • 29 ~ 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Nicole Poree and Kristen Kordecky, followed by Open Mic.
    Casa Azul - casa.azul.gc@gmail.com - (337) 662-1032 - 232 Martin Luther King Dr., Grand Coteau



    October

  • 27 ~ 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Scéne Ouverte--Open Mic En Francais! Hosted by Mavis Fruge. Bring your French language poems, stories and songs to share!
    Casa Azul - casa.azul.gc@gmail.com - (337) 662-1032 - 232 Martin Luther King Dr., Grand Coteau



    November

  • 1 - 5 ~ The 4th Annual Festival of Words Featuring Darrell Bourque, Toi Derricotte, Barb Johnson and others.
    Casa Azul - casa.azul.gc@gmail.com - (337) 662-1032 - 232 Martin Luther King Dr., Grand Coteau



    December

  • 15 ~ 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.: Nellie Harrington (poetry) and Byron Knott (music), followed by Open Mic.
    Casa Azul - casa.azul.gc@gmail.com - (337) 662-1032 - 232 Martin Luther King Dr., Grand Coteau





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    ST LANDRY PARISH TOURIST COMMISSION
    P.O Box 1415 Opelousas, LA 70571-1415 1-877-948-8004
    e-mail - stlandry@cajuntravel.com


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