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JULY 2017 • ISSUE 7

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PUBLISHER

Brian Rushing

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LIBRARY

EDITORIAL Melissa Duet EDITOR

Jonah Giroir FEATURE WRITER

CREATIVE Hailey Boudreaux SENIOR DESIGNER

Danielle Harrelson GRAPHIC DESIGNER Paul Guidry GRAPHIC DESIGNER

PHOTOGRAPHY Erica Seely

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A WORK OF HEART Kassie Voisin gives back to the area with Kassie’s Canvas for Kids FIDDLER ON THE ROOF Le Petit Theatre de Terrebonne prepares to entertain

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AT THE LIBRARY Library Listings BOOK REVIEW While You Were Sleeping

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BY JONAH GIROIR PHOTOS BY ERICA SEELY

hen Kassie Voisin started her business three years ago, she had good intentions. The idea was to give back to the community she grew up in, and recently, she put those good intentions into action with Kassie’s Canvas for Kids. Since establishing the business, Kassie has made a name for herself in the area with some of her murals decorating the walls of Pinocchio’s Pizza Playhouse and Da Swamp, while others bring cheer to various schools. And even though these projects hold a special place in Kassie’s heart, putting smiles on the faces of local kids battling illnesses has always been a calling for her. “It was kind of one of those things where I wanted to start a painting business and I wanted to give back to Houma. Every time we’d see a flood happening or a child that was sick, I’d say in my head, ‘I want to paint their room,’” the artist says. “It was good intentions, but I wasn’t doing anything with it. I realized that good intentions weren’t going to get the job done.” After an initial Facebook post asking for nominations of deserving local children who might enjoy a free mural, Kassie was inundated with responses. It didn’t take long for the artist to find her way to the home of Solan Boudwin, a boy battling spinal muscular atrophy. “Through hard work and lots of training we had to learn

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how to properly care for my son because he was now a very special child,” Solan’s mother Christina recalls of her son’s diagnosis. “November 9, 2012 we were released to go home. December, before Christmas, we got some devastating results. My son Solan Boudwin was diagnosed at six months old with SMA type 1 (spinal muscular atrophy). I said to myself this wasn’t real.” With the help of local carpenters, electricians, and sponsors, Kassie was able to bring a little joy to Solan’s life and room by transforming it into a Super Mario themed land that looks like it came straight out of the video game. Take a peek inside the room and you’ll find mushrooms, bricks, stars, and even Mario and his pals Yoshi and Toad. In addition to Solan, Kassie has been able to reach five other children so far, with plans to reach many more. Once the community caught wind of the idea, Kassie had more support than she expected and now finds herself capable of much more than she had planned. “It ended up being this thing where it started out with one child we were going to reach this year and now we’re up to five that have been sponsored for room makeovers,” she says of the help. “It really started a ripple effect in Houma where people began to say, ‘I want a part of that. I want to be a part of this in any way that I can.’ It’s been awesome to see the community

step up to the plate.” Local hardware stores have joined in by donating all the paint supplies Kassie needs to decorate the rooms, carpenters lend their talents to create custom furniture and cabinets for each kid’s whirligigs and knick-knacks, and electricians install custom lighting. With all of this giving however, Kassie is receiving much more through her interactions with the kids. “You walk in to meet the kids, and you immediately want to cry because it’s just an unfair hand that they were dealt. And once you start working, you get joyful because you’re so excited to see their expressions. And then you’re sad when you leave them because you wish you could stay and hear more about them because they’re just so inspirational,” Kassie says. “They are the true definition of strength and hope. It taught me that joy does not come from circumstances because Lord knows if they can get through what they’ve been through, I can get through what comes my way.” The work done for Solan and the other kids so far is not only making waves in the local community. Ellen Degeneres recently had her manager call Kassie and with the continued growth of her team and the potential of reaching an even wider audience, Kassie is ready to see what’s in store. “I feel like we’re at the tip of the iceberg right now. I feel like we can’t even imagine how big this is going to get,” she says. “I definitely want this to get bigger than just me. I always tell people, ‘You can’t help everyone, but everyone can help someone.’ That’s one of my favorite quotes because if we all just help one person, you know many kids we can reach?”

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ARTS

BY BRIDGETTE AUTIN

t’s summertime, and at Le Petit Theatre de Terrebonne, that means that music is in the air! It is, after all, tradition. Just as it is tradition to do a summertime musical, tradition is the theme in their rendition of the classic “Fiddler on the Roof.” Set in Imperial Russia in 1905, with a focus on the Jewish religious traditions and customs, this richly cultural and well-known play holds an appeal that transcends any timeframe or ethnicity. Written in 1964 by Joseph Stein and featuring music and lyrics by Jerry Bock and Sheldon Harnick, “Fiddler on the Roof” is considered by many to be a timeless expression of the powerful influence of tradition on our lives. The highly acclaimed piece has won nine Tony Awards, including awards for Best Musical, Score, Book, Direction and Choreography. Including songs such as “Sunrise, Sunset”, “Do You Love Me?”, and its prologue, “Tradition”, this theatrical production is sure to arouse curiosities, tug at the heartstrings and elicit feelings of nostalgia. The story begins with Tevye (Larry Hyatt), the father of five daughters, illustrating the importance of tradition through song in the prologue, “Tradition.” Without it, he says, “Our lives would be as shaky as a ‘fiddler on the roof !’” Despite his resolve to continue the many traditions that are practiced in the Jewish culture, the ever-changing nature of the world has made its way into his home, and more specifically, into the hearts of his three oldest daughters, Tzeitel (Christina Samanie), Hodel (Kirsten Bazet), and Chava (Amber Gatlin). Deciding many things, such as what people eat and when, what they wear, or even who they marry, tradition is paramount in many cultures. But what happens when the times change? Sometimes, people change with it. Can Tevye accept the choices of his strong-willed daughters as they rebel to find their own way…and their own husbands? Can he change too? Or will he, himself, become the “fiddler on the roof”, unsteady in these turbulent times? To add to the pressure, the family must use the very tradition being resisted to remain strong when the Tsar decrees that the Jews be evicted from their village. This powerful testament to the challenges that come with accepting change reaches a wide audience, making for a great family presentation. This cast and chorus are led by a trio comprised of directors Stephanie Kenney-Gomez and Kim Champagne, and choreographer Wanda Dishman. With enthusiasm and delight evident in her voice, Stephanie sums up this presentation in one powerful word: “Iconic.” “It is such a pleasure to do something this unique, this intricate,” she says, remembering her first show, when she choreographed “Fiddler on the Roof” 44 years ago. “It’s so well-known and beloved to many people across all lines and ethnicities. It’s very exciting that I get to do it again.”

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HEAD TO LE PETIT THEATRE TO JOIN IN THE EXCITEMENT AND SEE HOW THE STORY OF “FIDDLER ON THE ROOF” UNFOLDS. PERFORMANCES ARE JULY 21-JULY 30. THE SHOW IS DARK ON JULY 24. DIRECTOR—STEPHANIE KENNEY-GOMEZ MUSICAL DIRECTOR— KIM CHAMPAGNE CHOREOGRAPHER—WANDA DISHMAN PRODUCERS— GEORGE BEAUDRY AND GAYLE WALTERS SET DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION-STEPHANIE KENNEY-GOMEZ AND ROB HAMILTON STAGE MANAGER—RHONDA LUSCO LIGHTS—ERIC LEBLANC COSTUMES---DONNA BENDA TEVYE--LARRY HYATT GOLDE—GINNY MEDINA-HAMILTON TZEITEL—CHRISTINA SAMANIE HODEL—KIRSTEN BAZET CHAVA—AMBER GATLIN YENTE—JEANNE SCOTT MOTEL—DAVEY LUSCO II PERCHICK—STEPHEN DONOVAN LAZOR WOLF—JON REEVES MORDCHA—HUNTER MATZKE RABBI—DEACON LEE CROCHET MENDEL—ANDRE BERGERON AVRAM—JONATHAN DUPRE

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tanding amid millions of volts of electric currents, being buried alive in a water-submerged tomb, encased in a block of ice, standing atop a pillar in Bryant Park for 35 hours…yet illusionist and endurance artist David Blaine has yet to conquer his greatest feat. He’s currently in the midst of it. David, who made a name for himself by sharing his bamboozling card tricks on TV screens across America beginning in the early ‘90s, has made his mark on the world of magic by tackling stunts that leave the average person perplexed and stunned. No tapping hats with sticks to make bunnies reappear or making people vanish – David aims to shock and awe through undergoing some of the most extreme challenges imaginable. His ability to push his body to the limits

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and his perplexing up-close tricks have stupefied the likes of Kanye West, Tom Brady, Katy Perry, as well as every sitting American president. He is now giving audiences across the country their own chance to get in on the action. On May 30, David launched his first live tour, a marathon 40-city journey combining one jaw-dropping stunt after another into one show. On July 16, Louisiana audiences get their chance to witness the magic for themselves when he takes the stage at the Saenger Theatre. “I’ve been doing magic on television for the last twenty years and the big plan has always been to do a live tour, but I needed all the pieces to be right. It took me this long to learn how to do all these things that together would make a show that was worth doing. Otherwise, my interest was not just putting together a bunch of illusions. I wanted to make a show that has me

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and the audience on the edge of their seats, feeling what’s going on and not trying to figure out how, but more just trying to be a part of what it is. It’s been a lifelong dream so it’s finally coming to fruition and I think it’s everything I hoped it would be plus more.” But combining all of these feats into a single sitting night after night hasn’t been easy for the 44-year-old. Having spent so much time reviewing the stunts of his past, David says it’s been particularly diﬃcult wrapping his mind around trying to tackle what has been incredibly taxing mentally and physically consistently over the course of two months. For him, it’s the ultimate challenge. “That’s what this tour kind of is,” David says. “It’s a bunch of things I don’t even know how they can be pulled off night after night and that’s part of the goal and the challenge…It’s the most diﬃcult but the most exciting endurance challenge of my entire career by far.” For those that dare step into the

insane, chaotic, and intriguing world of David Blaine, he promises they will not be disappointed. In fact, he says you never know what will happen. “This is a show where anything can happen and may happen,” he explains. “There’s a lot of variables…I’m not just walking through the motions of it. It’s an actual, physical challenge night after night.”

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A DAY OF PLAY BY DREW MILLER PHOTO COURTESY OF HOUMA-TERREBONNE CIVIC CENTER

he Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center will host its annual Summer Fun Kids Day from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 29. Entering its 18th year, Kids Day has been around since the opening of the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, earning its place as a mainstay for the venue. Over the years, the event has helped provide an affordable community event that allows families to make memories and capture the minds of young ones. Going into this year’s event, Scott Belanger, marketing and sales manager for the Houma-Terrebonne Civic Center, and his team are expecting nearly 3,000 people to entertain with inflatables, games, exhibits, and stage performances. The Houma Fire Department and Louisiana State Police will provide educational services in the “Safety Square” area. The organizations will bring equipment and vehicles that the

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children can have an up-close learning experience with. “They do a good job of interacting with the children and giving them valuable information,” Scott says of the organizations. This year, Kids Day will bring back Barn Hill Preserve and welcome a new big exhibitor, Houma’s Breakin’ The Code. Barn Hill Preserve will bring exotic animals that kids can interact with and learn about. Scott describes these animals as “not normal farm animals,” and adding that one year they even brought a kangaroo. Breakin’ The Code’s contribution to the festivities will be one of their intricate escape rooms where kids must work together to figure out clues as they try to break out. Engaging kids throughout the day is the backbone of the event, which is

where exhibitors like Barn Hill Preserve and Breakin’ The Code come in. “A big part of Kids Day is to bring in exhibitors,” Scott explains. “It is a day of entertainment for children, but also good for businesses to meet new customers.” At the exhibitor booths, different businesses and organizations will engage and share products with families, giving the event a marketplace atmosphere while also catering to the young ones’ interests. In addition to the exhibits, kids will be treated to a mixture of local youth talent: theater groups, musicians, dancers and entertainment performed by entertainers like magicians or puppeteers on the Synergy Bank Stage.

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LET’S GO TO THE MOVIES BY JONAH GIROIR PHOTOS VIA ROTTEN TOMATOES

uly brings about an interesting mix to the silver screen. Everyone’s favorite web-slinging superhero gets a reboot and a connection to the Marvel Cinematic Universe, apes ride horses into war with humans, a new Christopher Nolan directed film hits theaters, and another animated feature gives the kiddos something to enjoy. That seems like a fun group of movies, so let’s dive in and see what the month has to offer. The month kicks off with SpiderMan: Homecoming (July 7). With Tom Holland now portraying Peter Parker, the web-slinger made his first appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe with last year’s Captain America: Civil War. That was a strong showing for Tom Holland as he aims to fill in the boots once worn by Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield. Moving into his own film, we find Peter in

high school, reminiscing on his time involved with Iron Man, Captain America, and the rest of the Avengers. However, he’s young and not ready to take on all the responsibilities that come with being a superhero. The movie looks to be a coming of age story filled with laughter, adventure, and

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a lot of heart as Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) mentors Peter along the way. We will also be treated to the first appearance of Spider-Man villain, Vulture, played by Michael Keaton. As much as I love Spider-Man, it’s hard to overcome the level of excitement I have for the third installment in the recent Planet of the Apes series, War for the Planet of the Apes (July 14). It’s been really entertaining to watch the growth of Caesar (Andy Serkis) throughout this trilogy and see how he’s dealt with the pains of loss and betrayal from

the humans and his fellow apes. The crews behind these movies have done an outstanding job at humanizing the ape characters through motion capture and CGI, along with the acting performances from Serkis and the others. The previous two films, especially Dawn of the Planets of the Apes, did great jobs at inviting the audience into the world portrayed in the film and this one looks like it will continue to deliver. Early critic reviews have been nothing short of amazing, and that just continues to make me even more excited to see Caesar and his crew take on Woody Harrelson and the rest of the humans in a battle for survival. The third weekend of the month hits moviegoers with a triple threat of action, comedy, and a war film from a renowned director. Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets (July 21) is a sci-fi spectacle that follows Valerian (Dane DeHaan) and Laureline (Cara Delevigne) as they strive to maintain order throughout the universe. The duo visits Alpha, an ever-expanding metropolis comprised of thousands of different species from all corners of the universe. However, danger looms.

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Space travel, action, and a sprinkle of romance make this an intriguing movie. Girls Trip (July 21) is a star-filled comedy that follows four lifelong friends on a trip to New Orleans for the annual Essence Festival. With their sisterhood rekindled, the quartet find themselves embracing their wild sides and embarking on a journey filled with more than enough dancing, drinking, brawling, and romancing. Jada Pinkett Smith, Queen Latifah, Kate Walsh, Mike Colter, and Regina Hall lead the rest of the cast in this belly aching laughfest. Finally, Dunkirk (July 21) is the tenth film from renowned director Christopher Nolan. With a resume that includes The Dark Knight trilogy, Inception, The Prestige, and Interstellar, it’s safe to say that Nolan is pretty good at this directing thing. His latest film follows the stories of Allied soldiers from Belgium, the British Empire, Canada, and France as they are surrounded by the German army and evacuated during an intense battle in World War II. The talent in front of the screen is notable as well as Tom Hardy, Kenneth Branagh, Mark Rylance, and Harry Styles lend their capabilities to the film. Look for this to be an intense

film that captures the hectic moments the soldiers had to endure as they waited on an evacuation to bring them to safety. The month closes out with The Emoji Movie and Atomic Blonde (July 28). With The Emoji Movie, the audience enters into a never-beforeseen secret world inside smartphones where everyone’s favorite emojis live. In a world where each emoji has one facial expression, Gene stands out as he was born without a filter and is bursting with multiple expressions. He and his best friend, Hi-5, and Jailbreak set out on an adventure through the phone apps to help Gene become “normal” like the other emojis. However, their adventure becomes much bigger when a greater danger threatens the phone, leaving the three emojis to save their world. Atomic Blonde follows Agent Lorraine Broughton (Charlize Theron) on a near impossible mission to Berlin to deliver a priceless dossier out of the destabilized city. She partners with embedded station chief David Percival (James McAvoy) to help make it out of this game of spies alive.

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AT THE LIBRARY MINION JAR CRAFT

CAJUN PAINTING

All ages will create a minion jar craft from recycled baby jars. All supplies provided. Space is limited; registration is required.

Ages 9-12 celebrate Bastille Day with this unique mixed media seafood painting. Registration required.

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JULY 14, 2:30 P.M., BAYOU BLUE BRANCH

FRENCH STORY TIME

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Enjoy stories read by a group of bilingual French-English speaking educators and get acquainted with our local French culture.

Ages 8 and older are invited to a fashion design and runway workshop inspired by Project Runway. Participants will use traditional and recyclable materials to create fabulous fashions for the red carpet. “Heidi Klum, Tim Gunn, and Nina Garcia” impersonators will judge the final designs. Registration required.

JULY 10, 10:30 A.M., THIBODAUX BRANCH

GALAXY BOTTLE & ROCKETS Have out of this world space fun making your very own “galaxy” and rocket. This craft is for ages 5-11. Registration required. JULY 11, 5 P.M., CHOCTAW BRANCH

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LAFOURCHE PARISH 4TH OF JULY SALT PAINTING FIREWORKS Tweens and teens will make a salt painting from salt and water colors on canvas for the 4th of July. All supplies are provided. Space is limited; registration required. JULY 1, 2 P.M., THIBODAUX BRANCH

AFTERNOON YOGA This yoga class is centered around gentle, easygoing movements intended to exercise joints and maintain mobility. JULY 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, 2 P.M., LAROSE BRANCH

4TH OF JULY POPPERS CRAFT Children will create a confetti popper to celebrate the 4th of July with. JULY 3, 12 P.M., LAROSE BRANCH

BOOK EMOJI TRIVIA Kids ages 13-17 celebrate World Emoji Day with this game. Can you figure out the book title from a few emoji clues? Test your skills against other library users in a friendly game of trivia. JULY 17, 4 P.M., BAYOU BLUE BRANCH

HAMPSTEAD STAGE CO. PINOCCHIO Join the library for the Summer Reading Closing Program.

Celebrate the 4th of July by crafting your own decorative sparklers and fireworks! This craft is for ages 5-12. Registration required.

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In honor of National Watermelon Month, patrons can enjoy a slice of watermelon, while supplies last, while mingling with their friends.

Children will be able to make their own fireworks in a bottle just in time for the holiday. JULY 3, 2 P.M., RACELAND BRANCH

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All ages coloring books have grown in popularity because many find the activity to be soothing. The library will host an all-day coloring activity for all ages to relax and color. All supplies provided.

Seniors create a watermelon wreath using tulle and foam cut outs. Space is limited; registration required.

JULY 3, LIBRARY HOURS, THIBODAUX BRANCH

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Former STOMP percussionist Elizabeth Vidos, also known as “Lady Chops,” will provide entertainment as a one-woman drumming performance. No registration is necessary.

JULY 3, 11 A.M., CHOCTAW BRANCH

JULY 11, 10:30 A.M., SOUTH LAFOURCHE BRANCH

SPARKLERS AND FIREWORKS CRAFT

JULY 7, 14, 21, 28, 3 P.M., LAROSE BRANCH

What better day to celebrate National Picnic Month than July 4th? After the picnic fun, everyone will construct a Fourth of July fireworks masterpiece.

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BOHO LANTERNS PJ MASKS PARTY Children ages 3-10 will watch a PJ Masks movie and compete in a bowling activity. Children will receive a PJ Masks coloring book. Snacks provided. All supplies are provided. Space is limited; registration is required. JULY 14, 1 P.M., THIBODAUX BRANCH

Kids ages 12-17, try your hand at creating a bohemian themed glass lantern created from a basic mason jar. Registration required. JULY 24, 10:30 A.M., CHOCTAW BRANCH

OZOBOTS Learn hands-on about programming using OzoBot, the miniature smart robot. This activity is for ages 5-11. Registration required. JULY 25, 4 P.M., CHOCTAW BRANCH

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4TH OF JULY CRAFT Get in a patriotic mood with this 4th of July fireworks craft for kids. JULY 3, 2 P.M., GOLDEN MEADOW BRANCH

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SUMMER READING CLOSING PROGRAM Turn in Reading Logs by July 22 to see if you are a top reader this year. Join the library for a Summer Reading Closing Program for all ages. JULY 26, 10:30 A.M., THIBODAUX BRANCH JULY 26, 2 P.M., LOCKPORT BRANCH JULY 26, 10:30 A.M., RACELAND BRANCH

AUTHOR MEET & GREET

SUMMER READING STORYTIME &/OR CRAFT

TEEN BOOK DISCUSSION

Author Todd-Michael St. Pierre visits Thibodaux to present his Chicory and Roux books with his Creole and Cajun mouse puppets.

JULY 3, 10, 17, 24, 3 P.M., DULARGE BRANCH GRADE)

Teens who love to read can visit the library to discuss their favorite books. This month’s discussion is on “Panic” by Lauren Olivier.

JULY 27, 2 P.M., THIBODAUX BRANCH

JULY 5, 12, 19, 26, 11:30 A.M., DULAC BRANCH

JULY 8, 4 P.M., EAST HOUMA BRANCH

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YA CRAFT WORKSHOP

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Teens are invited to create a variety of crafts at this workshop for those in grades 7th-12th.

Educators are invited to discuss various Google Apps at this professional development workshop. Personal devices are welcome. For more information, call 985.876.7072.

Christine Russell with the Lafourche Parish District Attorney’s Office presents safety information about recognizing an avoiding online predators. This presentation is designed for parents and their tweens/teens. JULY 28, 11 A.M., THIBODAUX BRANCH

FAMILY MOVIE AFTERNOON Enjoy a family-friendly movie in a comfortable setting on the library’s projection screen. This month’s selection is “The Angry Birds Movie”. Refreshments are served.

JULY 11, 18, 25, 10 A.M., NORTH BRANCH (4TH-6TH

JULY 5, 12 P.M., BOURG BRANCH JULY 12, 12 P.M., BOURG BRANCH JULY 19, 12 P.M., BOURG BRANCH

SOUTHERN WRITERS’ WORKSHOP For the writer who has never written and for the writer who has, this evening invites everyone to join in friendly conversation, storytelling and more. Meet aspiring writers, find inspiration, and refine your craft at this adult workshop. JULY 5, 7 P.M., MAIN BRANCH

Adults are invited to relax in a social setting by enjoying a cup of tea and coloring. JULY 31, 11:30 A.M., RACELAND BRANCH

TERREBONNE PARISH

Test out your science skills and create something exciting at this recurring event. On July 6, participants create Diet Coke Geysers; On July 13, participants create slime; On July 20, participants create an Ivory Soap Cloud. JULY 6, 13, 20, 11:30 A.M., DULAC BRANCH

THE FIDDLESTITCHES

JULY 6, 2 P.M., MAIN BRANCH

This all-ages, all skill level group of crocheters, knitters and fiber artists is open to anyone interested in having a place to learn or work on projects. Some supplies are provided. This group is recommended for people in fourth grade and up.

JULY 6, 10 A.M., EAST HOUMA BRANCH

JULY 8, 11 A.M., MAIN BRANCH

JULY 29, 2 P.M., SOUTH LAFOURCHE BRANCH

COLORING & TEA

MAD SCIENCE THURSDAY

HARVEY RABBIT & FRIENDS Little ones can enjoy this performance by the lovable rabbit.

JULY 8, 2 P.M., EAST HOUMA BRANCH

ESCAPE THE LIBRARY Work as a team to solve clues and unlock the mystery before time runs out. This is for kids in fourth grade and up. Registration required. JULY 9, 3 P.M., MAIN BRANCH

PAPER CUP WIND CHIMES Create a unique wind chime from paper cups. This craft is for grades PreK – 4th grade. JULY 18, 2 P.M., CHAUVIN BRANCH

IMAGINATION STATION Spark your imagination, make new friends, and hear great stories. Join the library for an hour of imaginative fun. This program is targeted toward adults with special needs or learning disabilities. JULY 28, 10 A.M., MAIN BRANCH

FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BEACH READ BOOK SALE

SUMMER READING PROGRAM CLOSING PARTIES

Assorted fiction, nonfiction, DVDs, and VHS tapes are on sale for $2 a bag. Shoppers need only purchase a grocery bag and may fill it with as many books and tapes as they would like. Shoppers may purchase additional bags.

JULY 28, 3 P.M., EAST HOUMA BRANCH JULY 31, 6 P.M., NORTH BRANCH

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WHILE YOU WERE SLEEPING BY KATHRYN CROFT Review By Rob Jenkins, Reference Librarian Terrebonne Parish Library System

est-selling suspense author Kathryn Croft continues her string of psychological thrillers with her twisted fifth novel, “While You Were Sleeping”. Croft, a former secondary teacher, lives with her family in England, which is also the setting for her novel. “While You Were Sleeping” centers around Tara Logan, an artist in her late thirties. Tara lives a quiet suburban life with her husband Noah, their rebellious teenage daughter Rosie, and eleven-year-old well-adjusted son Spencer. Tara’s life crashes headlong into the abyss when she wakes in her neighbor’s bedroom to find him murdered, with no memory of how anything happened. Tara rationalizes that she did not kill her neighbor, but she waits in constant fear that the police will come for her. The cops, however, suspect that her

daughter committed the murder. Worse yet, she discovers her husband may be having an affair, and her seemingly perfect sister suffers constant abuse from her controlling boyfriend. Tara also begins to get dangerously close to the detective assigned to solve her neighbor’s murder. Tara struggles to discover the identity of the murderer while also trying desperately to keep her family together. “While You Were Sleeping” contains many twists and turns. Most of the characters seem to be hiding who they truly are. Everyone except for Spencer exhibits traits throughout the novel that convinces Tara, and the reader, that they may be unreliable, untrustworthy, and a possible suspect. At its core, the novel explores themes of trust, loyalty, and faithfulness in familial relationships, all set against the backdrop of a tangled murder mystery.

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HORIZON, THE ANGRY 88 July 7

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PLAZA FLASHBACK W/ DJ TRASHY (ROX) July 22

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JULY 1 RISE UP 5K People of all walks of life, ethnicities, religions, and lifestyles rise up together across the nation for the world’s largest virtual running/walking event. With a collective voice of footsteps, participants run in cadence for liberty, freedom and justice for all. All proceeds benefit Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc., Natural Resources Defense Council, The National Immigration Law Center, The Trevor Project, and The American Civil Liberties Union. 8 A.M., ANYWHERE HTTPS://LOCALRACES.COM/RISE-UP-5K/RISE-UP-5KHOUMA-LA

PACK THE BUS SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE Synergy Bank and United Way of South Louisiana team up for this third annual supply drive to benefit local children and schools. While all supply donations are appreciated, some of the most needed items are colors, pencils, color pencils, scissors, loose leaf paper, spiral notebooks, binders, glue, glue sticks, rulers, construction paper, pencil bags, and schoolbags. An updated list of donation sites and partners can be found at banksynergy.com or uwsla.com. THROUGH JULY 31

JULY 4

JULY 5

HEROES MONUMENT FESTIVAL

MADAGASCAR A MUSICAL ADVENTURE JR.

This day of patriotic fun includes music, food, drinks and a poker run. Those wishing to participate in the run may register beginning at 9 a.m. at the fairgrounds. Bikes leave at 10 a.m. An auction is held at 3 p.m. Proceeds benefit the construction of the Heroes’ Monument.

Students of the South Louisiana Center for the Arts perform this pint-sized version of the Dreamworks film. Cost to participate in camp is $325. Performances are July 21-23.

9 A.M., CHACKBAY FAIRGROUNDS, CHACKBAY

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JULY 2

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HOUMA-TERREBONNE COMMUNITY BAND’S PATRIOTIC CONCERT

This 19th annual July 4th event is a family-friendly way to celebrate the holiday. The park opens at noon and guests are invited to bring their picnic baskets, lawn chairs and bbq pits. Royal Flush provides live entertainment at 4 p.m. and at 7 p.m. There is also an opening ceremony at 5 p.m., a live auction at 5:30 p.m. and fireworks at 9 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public.

HOUMA INDEPENDENCE CELEBRATION Terrebonne Patriots, Inc. sponsors this annual Independence Day celebration to benefit to continuation of the event and the Wounded Veterans Fishing Rodeo. The event includes a performance by the Houma Community Band, food and craft booths, kid's activities, military equipment on display, a veterans program, a performance by Pepper Jelly, and fireworks. 3-10 P.M., HOUMA TERREBONNE CIVIC CENTER, HOUMA

Enjoy a variety of patriotic tunes at this annual concert to celebrate Independence Day. Admission is $5 for those 12 and older and free for those under 12. 3 P.M., HOUMA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, HOUMA

JULY 3 4TH OF JULY SOCIAL Enjoy hamburgers, hot dogs, chili, and BBQ beans at this social hosted by Terrebonne Council on Aging. The event includes dancing, desserts, and door prizes. Music is provided by Piece of Cake Bank. Admission is a donation of $2. 9 A.M–3 P.M., HOUMA MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM, HOUMA

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CAMP: THROUGH JULY 21, PERFORMANCES: JULY 21-22, 7 P.M.; JULY 23, 2 P.M., HOUMA MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM,

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12-9 P.M., PELTIER PARK

PARTY IN THE PARK Head the park to celebrate July 4th. The day includes live music from Driftwood and Groovy 7, bbq dinners from Tillman BBQ Team, fair hamburgers by X-Treme Sports, drinks and more. The night is capped off with fireworks over the Atchafalaya River. No ice chests allowed. 4-9:30 P.M., 512 FIRST ST., MORGAN CITY

JULY 7 GOLDEN MEADOW FOURCHON TARPON RODEO Cast a line at this annual fishing blowout. This family-friendly event features a weekend-long fishing rodeo and a King of the Catch cook off on July 7. Music kicks off July 7 with Clustafunk at 7 p.m., followed by Russ Cheramie on July 8 at 3 p.m. The rodeo’s poster artist Dirk Guidry will be on hand July 7-8 to sign posters. To fish the rodeo, cost is $35 for adults and $20 for children ages 12 and younger. Entries include a fishing towel, rodeo book, boiled shrimp dinner, and a chance to win more than $15,000 in awards and prizes. JULY 7: 12-11 P.M.; JULY 8: 1-9 P.M. (FISHING BEGINS AT SUNRISE), MORAN’S MARINA, FOURCHON FOURCHONTARPONRODEO.COM

JULY 9

JULY 12

JAZZ/SWING/BLUES/POP CONCERT

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7 P.M., SOUTHDOWN TRAIL SYSTEM AT VALHI BLVD.,

South Louisiana Community Orchestra hosts this summer concert featuring swing, jazz, blues and pop selections. This concert is conducted by Billy King. Piano accompanist is Sarah Todd. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children.

La Tea Da Party Palace hosts this one-day camp to enjoy dress up, dancing, snacks, crafts and edible art creations. This camp is for ages 3-9. Cost is $25. Space is limited; pre-registration required.

HOUMA

3 P.M., HARVEST CATHEDRAL, HOUMA

9 A.M.–12 P.M., LA TEA DA PARTY PALACE, THIBODAUX

The Two Chicks with Scissors Crafty Weekend is open to anyone who enjoys any type of crafting – scrapbooking, card making, quilting, sewing, crocheting, painting, etc. This is a small, no frills event that is simply 72 hours of non-stop crafting time with friends. Space is limited to 15 people. Cost of admission gets you a 6-foot table to work.

CONTACT: 985.446.7799, MARGOBATTAGLIA@BELL-

THROUGH JULY 16, WINGATE BY WYNDHAM, HOUMA

STRONG HEART TRAIL TROT Tackle this two-mile trail run/jog/walk while assisting a member of the community in need. At 4 ½ years old, Keith Pitre has been battling Acute Myeloid Leukemia. All proceeds from this race assist the Pitre family as they live in Memphis during Keith’s treatment and also aid in their upcoming trips to and from Tennessee.

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JULY 8 USAV GIRLS DOUBLES TOURNAMENT Digs junior beach tour is coming to Houma for the first time for a girls doubles tournament. Cost is $60 per team, ages 12s, 14s, 16s, and 18s. 8:15 A.M.-11 P.M., THE SANDBOX, HOUMA 504.255.4543

JULY 10 YES SOCCER CAMP This soccer camp, hosted by Youth Elite Soccer, features expert coaches teaching attendees the fundamentals of soccer. Campers receive a ball and dri-fit jersey. Shinguards and a water bottle are required. Cost is $120 for the week. This camp is for those ages 6-14. THROUGH JULY 14, 8:30–11:30 A.M., ST. JOSEPH ELEMEN-

BINGO NIGHT Easterseals Louisiana hosts bingo night every Saturday, beginning July 8. Helping people live better lives since 1951, funds collected by the organization go toward providing services to clients across Louisiana, including sending kids with special needs to camp and to fund autism initiatives. 6 P.M., CANAL BINGO, THIBODAUX

RUPAUL DRAG SHOW Enjoy a night of entertainment by Houma’s finest impersonators. Special guest Joslyn Fox from RuPaul’s Drag Race will be in attendance. Advanced table reservations are available. 8 P.M.-2 A.M., THE HIDEOUT NIGHT CLUB, HOUMA

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ISLAND PRINCESS CAMP

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BUSINESS PLANNING FOR ENTREPRENEURS

BAYOU BBQ BASH

This seminar is for aspiring entrepreneurs and new ventures. A business plan is more than a piece of paper. It is your roadmap to success. The plan forces you to consider your entire business at once and maintain consistency in planning an execution of your business model. The speaker for this seminar is LSBDC Business Consultant Jimmy Nguyen. Registration required.

Morgan City hosts the biggest barbecue bash around at this competition sanctioned by BCA. Team, Corporate and Local competitions, as well as the Cannata’s Kids Q competition, are held. There is a Meet the Cooks night on Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at Hampton Inn. Country music Showdown with KQKI with Low Down and Hal Bruni entertain on Friday, while Juz Cuz and South 70 kick things off on Saturday. There will also be arts and crafts books, food, and drinks. Winners are announced Saturday afternoon.

1–3 P.M., FLETCHER TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE,

THROUGH JULY 15, UNDER THE MORGAN CITY BRIDGE

HOUMA (ST. CHARLES CAMPUS)

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LSBDC.ORG

9 A.M.–12 P.M., LA TEA DA PARTY PALACE, THIBODAUX

WORDPRESS WEBSITE WORKSHOP

CONTACT: 985.446.7799, MARGOBATTAGLIA@BELL-

Bring your existing website, content, theme, and worries to work at a pace aligned with your level of WordPress experience. Attendees go home with their own subdomain that can easily be transferred to their own domain. Cost is $75.

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JULY 13

1:30-4:30 P.M., FLETCHER TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE, SCHRIEVER

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JULY 14 MUTZIE The comedian keeps the laughter going all night at this two-night stop at Fremin’s. Attendees may also make before or after the show dinner reservations. THROUGH JULY 15, 7 P.M. & 9 P.M. BOTH NIGHTS, FREMIN’S, THIBODAUX 985.449.0333

HAKUNA MA’VODKA Enjoy cocktails made with the signature alcohol. Sample a variety of flavored vodkas and great wines. 6 P.M., CANNATA’S, HOUMA (WEST PARK)

JULY 15 WHO LET THE DOGS OUT This annual fundraiser hosted by Hail Mary Rescue allows the local group to continue rescuing animals. Live music is by Tet Dur and there is fun for the whole family. 6-11 P.M., WARREN J. HARANG MUNICIPAL AUDITORIUM, THIBODAUX WWW.HAILMARYRESCUE.COM

TERREBONNE PARISH GOVERNMENT AUCTION This auction features surplus assets for Terrebonne Parish Government. It includes equipment, vehicles and much more. Preview Day is July 14 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. 10 A.M., 301 PLANT ROAD, HOUMA

JULY 17 RAPUNZEL’S EDIBLE ART CAMP La Tea Da Party Palace hosts this one-day camp to enjoy dress up, dancing, snacks, crafts and edible art creations. This camp is for ages 3-9. Cost is $25. Space is limited; pre-registration required. 9 A.M.-12 P.M., LA TEA DA PARTY PALACE, THIBODAUX 985.446.7799, MARGOBATTAGLIA@BELLSOUTH.NET

JULY 18 SOULFUL MARGINS

JULY 19

JULY 20

BELLE’S BOOKS CAMP

LADY’S COCO CLASSIC

Be a part of “reel women fishing for a cure” at this fishing classic to benefit Autism Speaks. The event features a fishing rodeo, raffle and a special awareness of autism in the community. Cost is $60 for women and $30 for little anglers.

9 A.M.-12 P.M., LA TEA DA PARTY PALACE, THIBODAUX

THROUGH JULY 22, 6 A.M.-7 P.M., HARBOR LIGHT MARINA,

985.446.7799, MARGOBATTAGLIA@BELLSOUTH.NET

CHAUVIN LADYSCOCOCLASSIC.COM, 985.962.4859

YESPLAY SOCCER CAMP Join Youth Elite Soccer for this week of soccer training. Campers receive a ball and dri-fit jersey. Shinguards and a water bottle are required. Camp for ages 3-4 is $45 and camp for ages 5-6 is $60. THROUGH JULY 21, 8:30 A.M.-9:30 A.M. (AGES 3-4) & 9:45 A.M.-11:15 A.M. (AGES 5-6), LAKES SOCCER COMPLEX, HOUMA YOUTHELITESOCCER.COM

JULY 21 PALM BAY WINES Join Cannata’s for this night of sampling eclectic wines from Palm Bay Imports. 6 P.M., CANNATA’S, HOUMA (WEST PARK)

JULY 22

Bible art is a new trend in the art world in which participants create works of art that correspond to pages of scripture. Participants are asked to bring a single column bible to create in or bring a journal with use of the bible for reference. This class is for beginners/beginner advanced. Participants must be 18+. Cost is $10.

JAM’N ON THE LAKE

10 A.M., GEAUX CREATE, LOCKPORT

8 A.M., POINTE A JOE, PIERRE PART

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Enjoy the weekend on Lake Verret at this annual event. The day includes music from Don Rich, Ryan Foret, LaRouge, and Waters Edge. Food is available for purchase, as well as an auction and spirit flag contest. This event raises money for the American Cancer Society.

JULY 26

JULY 29

SECURING BUSINESS FINANCING IN 5 STEPS

SUMMER FUN KIDS DAY

Identifying and securing the financing you need to grow your business can be a scary and difficult task when you don’t know what to do. In this seminar, you will learn to identify and assess the financial needs of your business, identify sources of capital, prepare the essential documents for a lender or investor and more. The speaker for this seminar is LSBDC Business Consultant Jimmy Nguyen. Registration required. 1-3 P.M., FLETCHER TECHNICAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE, HOUMA (ST. CHARLES CAMPUS) LSBDC.ORG

JULY 28 BEERTALK: KARLOS KNOTT This beer tasting series features brewmasters from local and national breweries. This week, sample great beers from Bayou Teche Brewing and talk beer with founder Karlos Knott. Wine also served. 6 P.M., CANNATA’S, HOUMA (WEST PARK)

Beat the heat at this annual indoor children’s festival. The day includes performances from local music, dance and theatre acts, a play zone where children can climb, bounce and jump in a giant indoor playground, a discovery den to explore interactive exhibits, and a marketplace with dozens of vendors. Admission is $5 for ages 2 and older and free for those who are younger. 10 A.M., HOUMA TERREBONNE CIVIC CENTER, HOUMA

DANCE-A-THON Join 409 Fitness Studio on National Dance Day for a dance-a-ton benefitting CASA of Lafourche. This event features Heather Benoit, Danielle Bolotte, Cassandra Delatte, and Emily Rini. Cost is $25 and includes a tank top if payment is submitted by July 13. Additional tanks will be available on the day of the event. 9 A.M.-11 P.M., 409 FITNESS STUDIO, THIBODAUX

PATRIOTIC KIDS COOKING CLASS Rouses Markets hosts a hands-on kid’s cooking class. Kids will make red, white, and blue popcorn balls and a patriotic build-your-own pasta salad. Children have the option to enjoy their creations or take it home. This class is for children ages 5-14. Cost is $12.69. Space is limited; registration required. 2-3:30 P.M., ROUSES MARKET (NORTH CANAL BOULEVARD), THIBODAUX

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