News notes

OLLI at LSU Eunice AARP Smart Drivers
The Cajun Prairie Chapter of OLLI is presenting an AARP Smart Drivers Course.
The course will be held on the LSUE campus in the Continuing Education Bldg. room 117 from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Tuesday.
Refresh your defensive driving skills, review traffic laws and rules of the road using proven safety strategies as well as have the opportunity to perhaps receive a multi-year discount on your insurance. No test to pass.
Cost of the class is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members.
OLLI members will also receive a $5 discount.
Class size is limited. Call to register with Deola at 580-3655 or Thanda at 550-1390.

FBC Chataignier presents Musical
The church choir of First Baptist Church in Chataignier will present an Easter Musical “The Mercy Tree” on March 27 at 10 a.m.
The public is invited to attend.

BBQ hamburgers EHS seniors - April 6
Eunice High seniors Adam Elkins, Shelbie Cormier and Jessica Hernandez will sponsor a BBQ Hamburger sale for their senior project in order to raise funds for Louisiana Lion’s Camp for Crippled Children.
The fundraiser will be held on April 6 from 5 until 7 p.m. in front of Eunice High School. Hamburgers will sold at 7 each and it will include chips and a drink.
For tickets and information call: 337) 305-0640 or (337) 384-6575.

ECCHC host Oldies dance on April 2
The Eunice Community Health Center will host an Oldies But Goodies dance from 6 to 10 p.m. April 2 at VFW Post 8971 in Eunice.
Mark Leleux and Chanky-Chank will play at the event. Admission is $5 or a monetary donation. Proceeds will benefit the center.
Beverages and beer will be sold at the dance.

OLLI at LSU Eunice host history buff
On April 7 inside the Continuing Education Building Room 117, the Cajun Prairie Chapter of OLLI at LSUE will welcome history buff John Reed of Eunice.
Reed will give a talk on Civil War battles that were fought around south Louisiana, beginning at 2 p.m.
Coffee will be served. Feel free to invite a friend.
This event is free.

Country Club host card party &luncheon
The Eunice Country Club will host a luncheon and card party on April 13.
Groups who wish to play bridge, bouree’, poker or other games, are asked to call to make their reservation.
Information, reservation: call, Dixie Saucier at 457-5173.

OLLI at LSU Eunice host April 28 event
The OLLI at LSU Eunice will have a carpool to Point Blue to visit the old bouseage (spelling- mud and moss filled house) home which belongs to Mr. J. D. Soileau.
The group will meet at 9 a.m. at the Continuing Ed Building, Room 117 and carpool to the home and have lunch and dine at a nearby restaurant.
The event is free. Have money for your lunch.

VFW bingo held Thursdays, Sundays
The VFW Post 8971 holds bingo for the public at 7 p.m. every Thursday and Sunday at the VFW Hall located on U.S. 190 East. All proceeds from Bingo games goes back to the community.

Evangeline Parish adult education classes
The Evangeline Parish adult education classes will be offered from 5 to 8 p.m. every Monday at the Basile police station.
Information, details: call adult education office at 363-3653.

Create Art at Art House - Saturdays
The Eunice Community Art House is open from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays for anyone wanting to come in and work with their own materials.
The event is free and open to the public.
Information: call 466-7114.