Goings On

CHRISTMAS AT OAKLAWN MANOR –

through Jan. 6

The manor is decorated in the Christmas spirit. Admission is $15 per person, $10 for students.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday. 3296 Oaklawn Drive, Franklin. (337) 828-0434.

TWELFTH NIGHT RENDEZVOUS –

Jan. 6 FREE

The annual adults-only, general-admission event celebrates the dawn of king-cake season and the lead-up to Mardi Gras. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar and a disc jockey’s music are among the offerings. All local Mardi Gras crews are invited, and all royalty are recognized.

6 p.m. to midnight. Plantation Inn, 1381 W. Tunnel Blvd., Houma. (985) 868-0500.

SWAP MEET –

Jan. 11

Brittany’s Project, which aims to construct a recreational facility for people with disabilities, hosts the meet on a 25-acre plot. Featured are a car corral, tractors, hunting and fishing gear, crafts, jewelry and various “knick knacks.” Admission is $10.

8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 2817 La. Highway 87 at La. Highway 323, Franklin. (337) 371-7912.

KREWE OF MARDI GRAS’ CHILI COOKOFF –

Jan. 11

The 15th annual cook-off sponsored by the Krewe of Mardi Gras doles out $2,000 to the top-four cooks. The entry fee to compete is $50. No Way Out perform from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with a live auction and disc jockey following. General admission is $10.

9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Terrebonne Livestock and Agricultural Building, 221 Moffet Road. (985) 804-4203.

SPENCER BOHREN IN CONCERT –

Jan. 11

Musician and storyteller Spencer Bohren returns to the Bayou Playhouse for a concert. Tickets are $25.

7:30 p.m. Bayou Playhouse, 101 Main St., Lockport.

www.bayouplayhouse.com.

DANCE NIGHT –

Jan. 11

The Stardust Jazz band performs, under the theme “Puttin’ on the Ritz,” in the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center Development Corporation production. The event heralds the music of the ‘30s and ‘40s, and attendees are encouraged to break out the vintage clothing and accessories. Light hors d’oeuvres are offered, and there’s a cash bar.

6:30-9:30 p.m. Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, 346 Civic Center Blvd. (985) 850-4657.

CHILDREN’S ART CLASSES –

Jan. 11, 18 and 25 FREE

Terrebonne Parish children are invited to participate in free art classes presented by the Terrebonne Fine Arts Guild over three sessions this month. Each child receives one two-hour class in various media. Prior registration is required.

Downtown Art Gallery 630, 630 Belanger St., Houma.

(985) 360-9055 or (985) 876-7831.

BAYOUKIDZ WINTER WORKSHOP –

Jan. 11, 18 and Feb. 1

The wretched witch has erased all the color from “Once-Upon-A-Time Land,” so various characters from familiar fairy tales form a coalition to find a solution. Workshops at the Bayou Playhouse are open to children of all ages, with rehearsal and performance dates scheduled for February. Directing is Alaine’ Claire Gauthreaux, dance/acting teacher at Mary’s School of Dance and talented teacher for the Terrebonne Parish School System. Registration is $125.

1-4 p.m. Bayou Playhouse, 101 Main St., Lockport.

www.bayouplayhouse.com/bayoukidz.

RIDE OUT OBESITY –

Jan. 18

The spin-a-thon fundraiser benefits Stamp Out Obesity, featuring four sessions of one-hour spinning, four instructors and music. Admission is $10.

9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Renaissance Family Fitness, 106

Southdown Blvd., Houma. (985) 872-2582.

KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FAIS DO-DO –

Jan. 18

Join the Fourth-Degree Knights of Columbus in Dulac for French, country and Cajun music and dancing. Duet Brothers perform. The smoke- and alcohol-free event includes a $7 meal of ground-meat spaghetti, rice and salad. Door prizes are given and 50-50 tickets cost $1 each. $2 entry fee. Doors open at 4 p.m.

6-9 p.m., Knights of Columbus Home, 5396 Shrimpers Row, Dulac. (985) 851-4519.

FEAR NO EVIL BULL RIDING CHALLENGE –

Jan. 18

The 13th-annual bull riding challenge returns with $3,000 added to the prize pool and a 2014 buckle awarded to the champion. Professionals and amateurs are invited to compete. A party is held the night before at Hooters. Tickets range from $17 to $31.62.

7:30 p.m. Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, 346 Civic Center Blvd.

(985) 850-4657.

FILM SCREENING –

Jan. 24 FREE

The International Film Club at Nicholls State University screens the 2012 film “The Quartet,” a British comedy-drama directed by Dustin Hoffman.

6:30 p.m. Peltier Auditorium, Nicholls State University.

www.nicholls.edu.

SOUTHERN LOUISIANA BOAT, SPORT AND RV SHOW –

Jan. 24-26

More than 150 brands of boats and RVs are exhibited, as are jet skis and other related products. The world’s largest mobile aquarium returns, and a 1923 Model T Dream Camper is also slated for exhibition. Martin from A&E’s “Duck Dynasty” appears from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sunday. Admission is $8 for adults and free for children 15 and younger.

Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, 346 Civic Center Blvd. (985) 850-4657 or www.southernlouisianaboatrvshow.com.

UNMASKING THEIR POTENTIAL –

Jan. 25

The Louisiana Center for Dyslexia and Related Learning Disorders presents Dr. Susan Hall as its keynote speaker for the annual conference, aimed at parents, teachers, guidance counselors and anyone with a drive to change lives of students with dyslexia.

8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Bollinger Memorial Student Union, Nicholls State University. (985) 448-4214.

SOUPer BOWL FOR UNITED WAY –

Jan. 25

A soup and gumbo cook-off is waged between local vendors, as judged by community members. Children’s entertainment, including bounce houses, is provided. Admission is $5.

11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Courtyard by Marriott, 142 Library Drive, Houma.

(985) 879-2461.

CHILI COOK-OFF –

Jan. 25

Roughly 23 participants serve up their brands of traditional and nontraditional chili for the general public in downtown Houma, with proceeds earmarked for beautification projects downtown. Autumn High perform alongside Billy Stark. Admission is $5.

Noon to 6 p.m. Courthouse Square, downtown Houma. (985) 873-6408.

RODEO –

Jan. 25

Bull riding, barrel racing and more are on tap at the Terrebonne Livestock Association’s first rodeo in its winter series. Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for children 12 and younger.

7 p.m. Houma Air Base Arena, 221 Moffet Road. (985) 804-7932.

Have an event in January? Send the details – what, when, where and contact information – to editor@gumboguide.com.

Martin, a regular on A&E’s hit show, the north Louisiana-set “Duck Dynasty,” makes an appearance Jan. 26 at the annualSouthern Louisiana Boat, Sport and RV Show held at the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center. Martin is scheduled to meet with fans from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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