CHEFS GONE WILD

Take a walk on the wild side and enjoy a delicious meal along the way!

The Bayou Civic Club hosts its 21st annual Wild Game Supper Thursday, Feb. 22, featuring crowd favorites such as ostrich, duck, deer and wild boar. The supper usually hosts around 1200 hungry guests.

The 40-plus dishes will be prepared by some of the best professional and amateur chefs of the Bayou Region. Chefs may participate in the supper by invitation only. Diners will vote on their favorite dishes, in each of three categories: fin, fur or feather.

This year, supper will be introducing new dishes including a nutria stir-fry and a King Ring from the Gourmet Butcher Block in Gretna. The King Ring is a boudin-filled puff pastry topped with melted pepper jack cheese, bacon and crumbled smoked sausage.

Also new this year is the offering of the loyalty drink cup. For the cost of $50, you can refill your cup with your choice of drink all night long, alcohol included. There are also a few new souvenirs including a new umbrella and a long sleeve t-shirt.

Proceeds from the Wild Game Supper will go towards the Bayou Civic Club long-term endowment fund, which operates the Larose Regional Park. The Bayou Civic Club is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization. They receive no local or state funding for the programs the offer. The Larose Regional Park provides the Larose Region with youth sports, summer camps, and swim teams, among other things to the community.

Every year the Bayou Civic Club honors an individual who has contributed to the community and its culture with their Outdoor Icon Award. This year’s recipient is Mr. Sidney Triche, who is well known for his auctioneering skills.

Admissions for individuals is a $50 donation, and table reservations with servers are available starting at $750. All tickets must be purchased in advance.

For more information, call 985-693-7355.

ANOTHER DAY IN PARADISE FOR SYNERGY BANK

Synergy Bank took home the award for Best Decorated Booth and tied for Fan Favorite soup with their Cheeseburger Soup in Paradise at the SOUPER Bowl. This event raised money for the United Way of South Louisiana.

BIG BAYOU TRIVIA BASH

Come put your “sometimes somewhat useful knowledge” to the test at the Big Bayou Trivia Bash benefiting the College of Arts & Sciences at Nicholls State University. Teams of six can register for $30 per person. There will also be a silent auction and refreshments for sale. All proceeds will be dedicated to student excellence initiatives.

FEB. 24, 6-10 P.M.

NICHOLLS STATE STUDENT UNION, THIBODAUX

GEM-TRIM TRIVIA TOURNAMENT

Join in the 6th annual trivia tournament for Gem-Trim. All proceeds benefit their Relay for Life team. Cost is $150 for each team of six. Food and drink are available.

FEB. 24.6 P.M.

BAYOU BLUE RECREATION CENTER, HOUMA

ONE NITE ONLY

Feb. 24, 10 p.m.

Congo Lounge, Thibodaux

MOVE IT FOR MILLIE

Move it for Millie will be held to raise awareness of the rare genetic disorder Turner Syndrome. All proceeds will be donated to the Turner Syndrome Foundation in honor of Heather and Brad Benoit’s unborn daughter, Millie Raelynn Benoit, who lost her battle at 27 weeks gestation. The event will be held during National Turner Syndrome Awareness month, which is February. Move it for Millie will feature a fun run/1 mile walk at 7:30 A.M. with a 5K immediately following. The cost for the fun run is $20 and the cost for the 5K is $25.

FEB. 25, 7:30 A.M.

PELTIER PARK, THIBODAUX

CAJUN JAM

The Cajun Music Preservation Society returns to entertain with authentic Cajun tunes. The jam session is open to any musician that would like to sit in and play. The restaurant is family-friendly.

FEB. 28,6 P.M.

THE VENETIAN FOOD & SPIRITS

VELOCITY OF AUTUMN

“The Velocity of Autumn” swirls around Alexandra (Donna Benda), an 80-year-old artist in a showdown with her family over where she will spend her remaining years. But her children have their own secret weapon: estranged son Chris (Scott Courville), who returns after 20 years, crawls through Alexandra’s second-floor window and becomes the family’s unlikely mediator Enjoy this wickedly funny and wonderfully touching discovery of the fragility and ferocity of life. “The Velocity of Autumn” is a one act play that will last approximately 90 minutes.

MARCH 2-11

LE PETIT THEATRE DE TERREBONNE

EMPOWERING WOMEN

Join in this energetic, educational, and emPOWERing one-day retreat designed just for women. This holistic event promises to engage you physically, mentally, and spiritually through eight powerful sessions that will enable you to craft your future, build wealth and become healthier. The day will feature setting intentions, yoga & meditation, followed by effective communication styles, leading when you’re not in charge, minding your money, becoming a healthier you, and more, all ending with wonderful stretching and relaxation. Attire for the day is workout wear and sneakers. Lunch and snacks included.

MARCH 3, 9 A.M. – 3 P.M.

COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT HOUMA

CHEFS GONE WILDCHEFS GONE WILDCHEFS GONE WILDCHEFS GONE WILD