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2018 Spring Events
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Jeff Davis Parish
for
March - April - May
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**UPDATE*
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STARTING JAN.31, 2018, THE NEW GATOR CHATEAU PROJECT BEGINS! WE WILL BE BUILDING A NEW FACILITY. WE HAVE BROUGHT IN A TEMPORARY BUILDING TO HOUSE THE BABIES RIGHT NEXT DOOR, SO WE ARE STILL OPEN!
**NOTICE**
THE PUBLIC RESTROOMS ARE CURRENTLY CLOSED IN THE FRONT OF THE PARK. THE PUBLIC RESTROOMS ON THE NORTH SIDE OF THE POND ARE OPEN!
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Hold a baby gator! Visit our facility at the I-10 Oil & Gas Park in Jennings, LA (Exit 64). Can accommodate group tours (please call in advance).
A free attraction!
Hours are Monday-Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
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March, April & May 2018!
Learn everything about Louisiana's favorite food. Crawfish farm tours in Jeff Davis Parish will run seasonally from March-May. Experience the habitat, harvest, distribution, and consumption of Louisiana's #1 crustacean. Tour starts pond side on a working crawfish farm, then on to I-10 Crawfish Exchange, and finishes up at the Gator Chateau. A tour for all ages. Perfect for school groups.
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Call the JDP Tourist Commission to book your tour today! 337-821-5521. Reservations are required.
Tours available for groups of 10 or more.
Call the office to see if a scheduled group is going on your date,
you may join an existing group.
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C
on
tact the Jennings Festival Association for more info at: (337) 821-5531
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March 2018
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- ABOB’s Movie Night - At the Strand -
Hairspray
sponsored by Salon Couture and More - 6:00 p.m. Tickets $3 - 12 and under FREE
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- CHIP’S Youth Production
Room Service
by Allen Boretz & John Murray 7:00 p.m. At the Strand
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- CHIP’S Youth Production
Room Service
by Allen Boretz & John Murray 2:00 p.m. At the Strand
23-24
- HLE Radio
4TH Reunion
- At the Strand
April 2018
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Turn It Up Tuesdays
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Jamie Bergeron
- Founders Park - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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- ABOB’s Movie Night - At the Strand -
Twister
sponsored by Linda McNeilly - 6:00 p.m. Tickets $3 - 12 and under FREE
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Turn It Up Tuesdays
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Coby Latiolas and Ambush
- Founders Park - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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- Bon Ami Tours presents Direct for Branson!
Wade Landry
with
Swamp Pop Express
from Lafayette 3:00 p.m.
Tickets $25 call 824-7075
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Turn It Up Tuesdays
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Mike Heinen & Ronnie Collins
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Founders Park - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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Turn It Up Tuesdays
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Bluesiana Red
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Founders Park - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
May 2018
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Turn It Up Tuesdays
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Leroy Thomas
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Founders Park - 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
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- ABOB’s Movie Night - At the Strand -
American Graffiti
Ed Jones-Shawn Sabelhaus - 6:00 p.m. Tickets $3 - 12 and under FREE
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- Tickets go on sale for
Girls of the Garden Club
Tickets $12 & $10 for 60 and up and 12 and under. At the Strand 5 to 7 p.m. 821-5509
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432 N. Main Street
Jennings, LA 70546
(337) 821-5509
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The Strand is also home to ABOB, "A Block off Broadway" Theatre Group. Performance and show schedule listed with movies.
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March 2018
3
- ABOB’s Movie Night - At the Strand -
Hairspray
sponsored by Salon Couture and More - 6:00 p.m. Tickets $3 - 12 and under FREE
13
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14
- CHIP’S Youth Production
Room Service
by Allen Boretz & John Murray 7:00 p.m. At the Strand
15
- CHIP’S Youth Production
Room Service
by Allen Boretz & John Murray 2:00 p.m. At the Strand
23-24
- HLE Radio
4TH Reunion
- At the Strand
April 2018
7
- ABOB’s Movie Night - At the Strand -
Twister
sponsored by Linda McNeilly - 6:00 p.m. Tickets $3 - 12 and under FREE
15
- Bon Ami Tours presents Direct for Branson!
Wade Landry
with
Swamp Pop Express
from Lafayette 3:00 p.m.
Tickets $25 call 824-7075
May 2018
5
- ABOB’s Movie Night - At the Strand -
American Graffiti
Ed Jones-Shawn Sabelhaus - 6:00 p.m. Tickets $3 - 12 and under FREE
29
- Tickets go on sale for
Girls of the Garden Club
Tickets
$12 & $10 for 60 and up and 12 and under.
At the Strand 5 to 7 p.m. 821-5509
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154 North Main Street
Jennings, LA 70546
Phone: (337) 824-0114
Hours: Mon-Sat 10-4
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This museum is housed in the historic City Hall building. It features works from the permanent collection on display
for the first time,
as well as familiar favorites.
Also has exhibits by local artists.
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Now taking appointments for school tours!
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Zigler Spring 2018 Events:
Now through April 16th
- Exhibit of William Kalwick and Lejos Marcos
April 13th
- Meet and Greet Reception with Artist Dennis Perrin
April 26th
- Annual "Fine Wine and Dine" Fundraiser Dinner Event
May and June
- Artwork of Ronnie Collins on exhibit
For more info or tickets to these events, please contact the Museum
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Le Bal Cadien
..not 'A' Cajun Dance... THE Cajun Dance!
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Live Cajun French Music and Dance presented by Cajun Music Radio, in association with Friends Supporting Friends.
Friends Supporting Friends Event Center
(Old VFW)
1603 US-90W, Jennings, LA
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SWLa Acoustic Cajun Music Jam
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Green's Cafe
603 State St
Jennings, Louisiana
10:00am-1:00pm, Every other Saturday
Bring your instruments and join in the Cajun Music Jam. All levels and ages are welcome! Anyone welcome to play or just jam to the Cajun sounds of local musicians. Free event.
Spring Dates:
- March 10th, 24th
- April 7th, 21st
- May 5th, 19th
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Come 'Rock the Dock' with live local artists at the Regatta!
508 Hawkeye Avenue
Lake Arthur, LA
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Live music at the
Regatta LA Seafood & Steakhouse Restaurant
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March 3rd
- LA Recolte
March 10th
- AJ and the BadCats
March 17th
- Karmic Souls
March 24th
- Mr. Matt Castille
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- Elton - Coushatta Farmers' Market, Corner of Hwy 190 and Pine Street. , First Saturday of every month from 7:30am-12:00pm. MARCH 3RD, APRIL 7TH, MAY 5TH. For more info, call (337) 584-1545
- Jennings - Main Street Farmers' Market, Founders Park. Saturday's from 7:00am-10:00am
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202 E. South Street
Welsh, LA 70591
(337) 734-3811
This Small town's best kept secret. Celebrating over 100 years in the life of a small Louisiana town. Features agriculture exhibits, school day exhibits, military exhibits, and much more.
Admission is free, donations are accepted.
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Welsh Museum Spring Events
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Friends of the Welsh Museum
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TASTE THE SPIRIT OF LOUISIANA
Bayou
®
Rum is distilled from locally grown sugarcane in southern Louisiana, USA. Our signature “sugarhouse” recipe uses a blend of 100% natural, unrefined Louisiana sugarcane and molasses. Every batch of Bayou Rum is copper
pot-distilled and bottled by hand.
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Free tours and tasting bar!
20909 South I-10 Frontage Road
Lacassine, LA (337) 588-5800
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NEW Hours:
10a-2p, Tuesday & Wednesday
10a-4p, Thursday & Friday
10a-3p, Saturday
Closed Sunday & Monday
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311 North Main Street
Jennings, LA
(337) 821-5532
A General Merchandise store from the 1900's! Doors closed in 1949, leaving authentic and interesting merchandise. Now a museum with treasures galore! Located in Historic Downtown Jennings.
Also, visit the "Old Magnolia" gift shop located in the Tupper Museum! One of a kind gifts, vintage toys, Louisiana Souvenirs, retro candy and art work by local artists! Hours are the same as the Tupper Museum.
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Drive the newest State Scenic Byway, the Flyway Byway! Get off the interstate and experience the authentic back roads of our Parish. A 55 mile driving loop, and also 80 miles of 'blueways'. Perfect for birders and nature lovers! Great for canoe/kayak enthusiasts, foodies, and nature lovers!
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