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CAJUN COMEDY RELIEF: ON THE ROAD – Aug. 3
Steve Shaw is joined by comedy quartet Louisiana Purchase, impersonator Sam Joubert and Coullon Duhon for the family-friendly show. The Cajun-themed event also features music. Tickets cost $20.
7 p.m. Houma Municipal Auditorium, 880 Verret St. (985) 227-9042 or mybisco@yahoo.com
TERREBONNE SPORTSMAN LEAGUE 61st ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL FISHING RODEO – Aug. 3-5
The event features freshwater, offshore, shoreline, saltwater, fly-fishing and scuba divisions.
East Park Recreation, 8533 Park Ave., Houma. (985) 601-4110.
HOOK ON AND HOOK UP WITH CLEOPATRA ANNUAL FISHING RODEO – Aug. 3-5
Coco Marina, 106 Pier 56, Chauvin. (985) 876-5394.
THE MUTZIE SHOW – Aug. 3-4
Mutzie, twice named “New Orleans Entertainer of the Year,” brings his act to Thibodaux for a two-day stop. The comedian has appeared on national television more than 100 times and won the “Funniest Person in Louisiana Contest” three times.The shows begin at 7 and 9 p.m. each night, and the bar opens at 6 p.m. Tickets cost $15
Fremin’s, 402 W. Third St., Thibodaux. (985) 449-0333 or www.fremins.net.
BIG DADDY MEMORIAL RODEO – Aug. 4
Bridge Side Marina, 1618 La. Highway 1, Grand Isle. (985) 787-2419.
LIL WRANGLERS YOUTH RODEO – Aug. 4 FREE
Cowboys and cowgirls aged 3 to 15 participate in 12 different events, including stick pony races, steer riding, chute dogging, barrel racing and pole bending. There is neither an admission fee nor an entry fee.
7 p.m. Raceland Arena, 101 Senior Citizen Drive. (985) 637-3478.
POKER WITH A PURPOSE – Aug. 4
The Schriever Lion’s Club hosts a Texas Hold ‘em poker tournament from 6 p.m. to midnight. The initial buy-in costs $50 and optional re-buys and add-ons cost $50 each. Eighty percent of the initial buy-in pot will be paid out. Space is limited to the first 100 players, but spectators are welcome and concessions are sold. Must be 21 to enter. Doors open at 4 p.m.
Schriever Lions Club, 1559 Main St., Schriever. (985) 447-6962.
2012 BAYOU AREA TELETHON FOR CEREBRAL PALSY – Aug. 4-5 FREE
The annual telethon benefiting cerebral palsy is broadcast live on Charter Communications channel 18 and Comcast channel 190. The event is free to the public, and prospective volunteers can get involved by calling (800) 375-8275. To make a pledge, call (985) 868-0200 during the broadcast.
4 to 10 p.m. on Saturday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, 346 Civic Center Blvd., Houma.
HORSE SHOW – Aug. 5 FREE
The Terrebonne Livestock Association hosts judged and speed events. Concessions are sold.
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Houma Air Base Arena, 121 Moffet Road. (985) 804-7932.
ART AUCTION – Aug. 5
Originals and prints of artwork by notable artists including Salvador Dali, Walt Disney, Pablo Picasso and LeRoy Neiman and several others are auctioned to benefit the Louisiana Center for Dyslexia and Related Learning Disorders, headquartered at Nicholls State University. Local artists’ work is also displayed. Cash, check and all major credit cards are accepted. Admission is $20, and people who reserve tickets early are eligible for a prize drawing.
7 p.m. Houma Municipal Auditorium, 800 Verret St. (985) 448-4214.
INDOOR GARAGE SALE – Aug. 6-8
The Larose Regional Park and Civic Center hosts “the largest indoor garage sale on Bayou Lafourche.” Thousands of items, including clothes, housewares, books, furniture and toys, are available in the air-conditioned civic center. Donations are still being accepted. The sale runs from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Aug. 6-7 and from 8 a.m. to noon Aug. 8.
Larose Civic Center, 307 E. Fifth St. (985) 693-7355.
D. JEANSONNE INVITATIONAL BOONDOGGLE RODEO – Aug. 9-11
Bridge Side Marina, 1618 La. Highway 1, Grand Isle. (985) 787-2419.
ANNUAL HERCULES FISHING RODEO – Aug. 10-12
Houma Air Base Arena, 121 Moffet Road. (985) 637-0156.
ANGLER’S ADDICTION FISHING TOURNAMENT – Aug. 11
Registration costs $100 per boat. Adult divisions include speckled trout and redfish, and the children’s division is open to croakers.
5 a.m. to 4 p.m. Quintana Landing, La. Highway 319, Cypremort Point. (337) 380-5411.
ROLLER DERBY – Aug.11
The Cajun Rollergirls jockey for position to defend their 3-1 record against Northshore’s Lethal Ladies during their first home match this year. ($10)
7 to 9 p.m. Harang Auditorium, 310 N. Canal Blvd., Thibodaux. (985) 446-7260 or www.ticketmaster.com.
THE ALAN KELLY DOWNTOWN CRITERIUM BIKE RACES – Aug. 12
First-timers, juniors, women and experts race bicycles in one of seven divisions in the event hosted by Bayou Country Cyclists. Prizes include cash and awards, depending on the division. The entry fee is $35, and all races start from The Foundry on the Bayou parking lot.
7:30 a.m. to 12:05 p.m. The Foundry, 715 W. First St., Thibodaux. www.bccbike.org.
SUGASHEAUX – Aug. 12 FREE
Watch the litany of rodeo competition that includes showmanship, horsemanship, western riding, reining, calf roping barrel events and stake races, plus more. Youth classes are $6 and adult classes are $8.
9 a.m. SugArena, 713 La. Highway 3212, New Iberia. (337) 365-7539.
BOOGIE ON THE BAYOU – Aug. 17 FREE
Boogie on the Bayou, downtown Thibodaux’s foray into live music presentation, debuts with John Daigle followed by Snapper and the Fishsticks. Downtown establishments sell beverages. Lawn chairs are welcome, but outside refreshments aren’t.
5:30 to 9 p.m. Downtown Thibodaux. (985) 413-9886.
BACK TO SCHOOL TAILGATE PARTY – Aug. 17
Children in fifth to eighth grade are invited to participate in the event, which includes games, music and food. Students are asked to wear their favorite team’s colors to the football-themed party. The New Orleans Saints’ preseason game against the Jacksonville Jaguars is broadcast on the big screen. ($5)
6:30 to 10 p.m. Larose Civic Center, 307 E. Fifth St., Larose. (985) 693-7355.
ANN CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT – Aug. 18
The format is three-man scramble. Registration costs $450 per team and includes an entry gift. The event also includes a closest-to-the-pin challenge. The tournament benefits the American Nystagmus Network.
7:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. shotgun starts. Atchafalaya Golf Course at Idlewild, Patterson. (985) 312-8181.
CENTER STAGE SINGING COMPETITION – Aug. 18
A new singing champion is crowned at the sixth rendition of Houma’s popular singing competition. Twenty-one hopefuls take the stage to compete for the prize, which includes the opportunity to record a two-track CD. Special guests include aerolist Leah Kohn, comedian Steve Shaw and 2011 Center Stage winner Cameron Richard. Admission costs $8 for children aged 2 to 12 and $15 for people 13 and older. Doors open at 4 p.m.
5 p.m. Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, 346 Civic Center Blvd. (985) 790-3900.
PROMENADE d’ART de FRANKLIN – Aug. 18 FREE
The City of Franklin Main Street Program hosts the third annual Promenade d’art de Franklin, or the Franklin Art Walk. Local and regional artists submit their original works for competition in the following mediums: drawing, basketry, painting, pottery, recycled art, handmade accessories, mixed media, photography, sculpture and fiber arts. Merchants host art venues along the sidewalks of Main Street. Attendees and artists are asked to wear white linen or white cotton.
6 to 9 p.m. Main Street, Downtown Franklin. (337) 828-6345.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FAIS DO-DO – Aug. 18
Join the Fourth-Degree Knights of Columbus in Dulac for French, country and Cajun music and dancing. Cajun Sunrise performs. The smoke- and alcohol-free event includes a $5 meal of red beans, rice, sausage, salad, bread, dessert and one drink. Door prizes are given, and 50-50 tickets cost $1 each. $2 entry fee. Doors open at 4 p.m.
6 to 9 p.m., Knights of Columbus Home, 5396 Shrimpers Row, Dulac. (985) 851-4519.
RIDE THE BULL: EXTREME KAYAK FISHING RODEO – Aug. 19
Pre-registration costs $50 and includes a shirt. Registration at the tournament costs $60, and T-shirts cost $20.
7:15 a.m. Bridge Side Marina, 1618 La. Highway 1, Grand Isle. (985) 787-2419 or www.calmwatercharters.net/ridethebull.
THIBODAUX SIDEWALK SALE – Aug. 25
Downtown Thibodaux retailers and businesses participate in a one-day event brimming with bargains.
Downtown Thibodaux. (985) 413-9886.
HORSESHOE PITCHING TOURNAMENT – Aug. 25
The Bayou Horseshoe Pitchers Association hosts its fall tournament benefiting the Muscular Dystrophy Association. The tournament, a 40-shoe cancellation format handicapped by a player’s ringer percentage, is open to all BHPA sanctioned players. Entry fee is $20.
9 a.m. Kemper Williams Park, 264 Cotton Road, Patterson. (985) 385-3858.
ROLLER DERBY – Aug. 25
The Cajun Rollergirls combat the Spindletop Roller Girls during their first of two matches at the Houma rink this season.
11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aggies Skate Connection, 10592 E. Main St., Houma. (985) 223-2500 or www.cajunrollergirls.com
LOUISIANA SHRIMP & PETROLEUM FESTIVAL QUEEN & MAIDS PAGEANT – Aug. 25
The annual event crowns the king, queen and maids of this year’s Shrimp and Petroleum Festival. Adult admission is $7, and children’s tickets cost $5.
7 p.m. Morgan City Municipal Auditorium,705 Myrtle St. (985) 380-4639.
2012 LOWER LAFOURCHE TELETHON FOR CEREBRAL PALSY – Aug. 25-26 FREE
The annual telethon benefiting cerebral palsy is broadcast live on Vision Communications channel 5. The event is free to the public, and prospective volunteers can get involved by calling (800) 375-8275. To make a pledge, call (985) 868-0200 during the broadcast.
Noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday and noon to 6 p.m. on Sunday. Cut Off Youth Center, 205 W. 79th St., Cut Off. (985) 632-3991.
PARK IDOL – Aug. 26
The Larose Regional Park and Civic Center hosts the seventh-annual Park Idol. Loosely based on the Fox hit television show American Idol, the competition is open to participants 8 years old and older. Competitors are divided into three age groups (8-12; 13-17; 18 and older), and auditions begin at 10 a.m. The first round follows at 1 p.m. and the final round begins at 3 p.m. It costs $1 to audition and $3 to view the afternoon session. The audience has a vote for the People’s Choice Award.
Larose Civic Center, 307 E. Fifth St., Larose. (985) 693-7355.
SHRIMP AND PETROLEUM FESTIVAL – Aug. 30 – Sept. 3 FREE
Louisiana’s oldest state-chartered harvest festival, an homage to the offshore industries that power Morgan City, returns for its 77th year. It features live music, more than 100 crafts vendors, children’s events, a car show and a 5k run.
Downtown Morgan City. (800) 256-2931 or www.shrimp-petrofest.org
DOWNTOWN LIVE AFTER 5 – Aug. 31 FREE
Overtime takes the stage at 7 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs.
5 to 10 p.m., Houma Courthouse, 7856 Main St. www.houmamainstreet.org or (985) 873-4608.
GRAND ISLE REDFISH RODEO – Aug. 31 – Sept. 2
Bridge Side Marina, 1618 La. Highway 1, Grand Isle. (985) 787-2419.
ROCKIN BOOGIE BLUES – Aug. 31 – Sept. 9
Lorna and Bernadette present “Rockin’ Boogie Blues,” a dinner and show at the Courtyard Marriott. The evening shows (Aug. 31, Sept. 1,6,7 and 8) begin with dinner at 7 p.m. and a show at 8 p.m. Matinees (Sept. 2 and 9) begin with lunch at 1 p.m. and the show at 2 p.m. Tickets cost $60.
Courtyard Marriott, 142 Library Blvd., Houma. (985) 227-7574.
LABOR DAY FISHING RODEO – Sept. 1 – Sept. 3
Nearly 30 eligible fish are spread out across three divisions, which determine the registration cost: Inside is $10, runabout is $15 and offshore is $25. Children 14 and younger can participate in the kids’ division for $2. Fishing begins at daybreak on Saturday, and the scales close at 1 p.m. on Labor Day.
Quintana Landing, La. Highway 319, Cypremort Point. (337) 364-7301.
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Houma native Steve Shaw brings his family-friendly show to the Municipal Auditorium.
The Cajun Rollergirls are scheduled to host their first two local matches of the season. They play Northshore’s Lethal Ladies at 7 p.m. on Aug 11 at Harang Auditorium and contest an exhibition against Spindletop Roller Girls at 11 a.m. Aug. 25 at Aggies Skate Connection.
