What’s Happening Around Central

CENTRAL — Events coming up in and around Central:

Saturday, August 20

Central Area Horse Show

4 p.m.

The Central Area Horse Show, sponsored by the Deep South Stock Horse Show Association, will be held at the Shady Park Arena on Greenwell Springs Road.  Judged and timed events in four age groups.  Beginners welcome.  For info, www.dsshsa.org.

Saturday, August 27

Library Book Sale

9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The East Baton Rouge Parish Library will hold a Library Book Sale at Recycled Reads, 13505 Hooper.

Saturday, August 27

Free SAT Practice Test

9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Teens in grades 9-12 are invited to take a free SAT Practice Test at the Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd.  A scores-back and review session will be held Thursday, Sept. 1 at 6:30 p.m.  For information or to register, call 231-3770.

Saturday, August 27

What Does the Public Library Have to Offer Home-Schooling Parents?

10 a.m.

Staff from Children’s Services and Teen Services will show parents what the East Baton Rouge Parish Library has to offer parents who home-school their children — collection, databases, websites, and more.  The meeting will be at the Main Library, 7711 Goodwood Blvd.  Registration is required.  For information or to register, call 231-3760.

Saturday, August 27

Cub Scout Kick-Off

12 noon to 3 p.m.

Pack 125 would like to invite all 1st through 5th grade boys of Central to the 5th Annual Kick-Off at the St. Alphonsus Family Center.  If you are interested in Cub Scouts, come join in an afternoon of fun and getting to know members of Pack 125.

Saturday, August 27

Scout Day in Central

2 to 5 p.m.

Scout Day in Central will be held at Cornerstone Church, 9611 Blackwater Road.  Enjoy demonstrations, displays, and activities coordinated by District Boy Scout Troops and Cub Scout Packs.  For information, call Rhonda Smith at 926-2697 or visit www.bonemarketing.com/scoutday.

Sunday, August 28

Art Closing Reception

2 to 3 p.m.

The Art League of Central cordially invites the public to an art exhibit entitled “In the Footsteps of the Masters.”  The exhibit is now through Aug. 31 at the Central Library, 11260 Joor Road.  A Closing Reception will be held Sunday, Aug. 28 at the library.

Wednesday, August 37

Pack 125 Parent’s Night • 7 p.m.

Pack 125 would like to invite parents who are interested in the Cub Scout Program to come to Parent’s Night at St. Alphonsus in the St. Francis Room.  Come meet pack leaders and learn about the scouting program.  Open to all boys in grades 1st through 5th.

Monday, August 22

$10,000 Wildcat Backer Raffle

The Wildcat Backers will be selling tickets on Monday, Aug. 22 for a drawing held at the last home game, Friday, Oct. 14.  The Wildcat Backers meet the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the high school cafeteria.  The Backers support the athletic endeavors of all Central High students and sponsor activities such as the Fall and Spring Sports Ceremonies, Meet the Wildcats, and maintaining the sports facilities.  Membership choices are regular membership $50 or Century Club $150.  Century Club membership provides two season passes to all sporting events home games excluding playoffs.  To become a Wildcat Backer, contact president Gerry Edgens at 937-7632, secretary Lisa Metcalfe at 939-7454, vice president Henry Goudeau at 202-6122, or treasurer at 335-2465.

Thursday, September 8

Chamber Members Dinner

5:30 p.m.

The City of Central Chamber of Commerce will hold its September Members Dinner at Kristenwood Reception Center, 14025 Greenwell Springs Road.  Leo Honeycutt, author of “Edwin Edwards: Governor of Louisiana, An Authorized Biography,” will be the guest speaker.  Doors will open at 5:30 p.m. for networking and dinner will be served at 6 p.m.  Cost is $12 at the door.

Saturday, September 17

Fishing Tournament

Safe Daylight to 3 p.m.

The Rotary Club of Central is hosting a Fishing Tournament to benefit the Central Community Assistance Foundation.  The CCAF helps students and their families suffering economic hardship.  The fishing tournament will be held at False River Public Landing in New Roads To donate auction items, door prizes, or money, please contact Kenny Wall at 405-0428, Jennifer Hinton at 937-3553, Doug Blacklock at 938-3574 or Deana Blacklock at 261-4858.

Saturday, September 17

Central Area Horse Show

4 p.m.

The Central Area Horse Show, sponsored by the Deep South Stock Horse Show Association, will be held at the Shady Park Arena on Greenwell Springs Road.  Judged and timed events in four age groups.  Beginners welcome.  For info, www.dsshsa.org.

Monday, September 19

Meet the Candidates Forum

6 p.m.

The Republican Women of Central will sponsor a Meet the Candidates Forum at Pit Crew BBQ, 9718 Shady Bluff on the corner of Hooper Road.  Doors open at 6 p.m.  Forum and meeting starts at 6:30 p.m.  The Forum will feature all qualified Republican candidates running for statewide and parish elections being held on Saturday, Oct. 22.  RSVP via email to RepublicanWomenofCentral@yahoo.com.  $15 per person includes meeting, barbecue buffet, soft drinks, and door prizes.  For information on events or membership, visit www.lfrw.org/republicanwomenofcentral.

Sunday, October 9

St. Alphonsus Hall of Fame

10 a.m.

St. Alphonsus Hall of Fame 2011 recipients will be inducted at 10 a.m. Mass.  Now is the time to nominate someone you believe has given of their time, talent, and energy to the betterment of St. Alphonsus Parish.  Deadline for nominations is Friday, Aug. 19.  Nomination forms can be picked up in the church office or visit www.stalphonsusbr.org.

Saturday, October 15

Alzheimer’s A Walk/Run to Remember

8 a.m.

The Alzheimer’s Services of the Capital Area will hold it’s annual A Walk/Run to Remember on the LSU Campus on the “Old Front Nine”, off Nicholson Ext. across from Patrick F. Taylor Hall, formerly called CEBA Building.  Registration and Memory Market Exhibitors begin at 8 a.m., race begins at 9 a.m., and walk begins at 9:10 a.m.  For information, visit www.BRhope.com or call 334-7494.