What’s Happening Around Central

CENTRAL — Events coming up in and around Central:

Saturday, October 13 • Romney/Walker Sign Waving • 9 a.m. to 12 noon

Help elect Mitt Romney as President and Mike Walker as Mayor-President this Saturday.  Come to Republican Parish Headquarters at 7047 Jefferson Hwy., Suite B, and volunteer to help out.  It will be fun and will help inform voters that Early Voting starts Oct. 23.

October 16 through 19 • Central High Book Fair

Central High School’s annual Book Fair will be held Tuesday through Friday.  This is a great opportunity to Christmas shop!  The community is invited.  Parent volunteers are needed.  For information, call 261-3634 or email lsmith@centralcss.org or pbordelon@centralcss.org.

Tuesday, October 16 • Central Biddy Basketball Meeting • 6 p.m.

Central Biddy Basketball, a youth basketball league for boys ages 6-13, will have their first coaches meeting in the Central High School gym.  Current coaches as well as anyone interested in coaching are invited to attend.  For information, email Tommy Abbott at tdabbott@bellsouth.net.

Tuesday, October 16 • Central Community Alliance Meeting • 7 p.m.

The Central Community Alliance (CCA) will host their quarterly meeting of the Central Homeowners Association at the DEMCO community room, 16261 Wax Road.  Moderator will be David Barrow, chief administrative officer for the City of Central.  All homeowners and members of home-owner associations are invited to attend.  topics will include neighborhood activities, crime, and building permit updates.  The public is welcome.

Wednesday, October 17 • Meet the Candidates Forum • 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The East Baton Rouge Parish Republican Women are hosting a “Meet the Candidates Forum” at Drusilla Seafood.  Candidates on-hand will be City Court Judges and Metro Council.  The meeting is open to the public.  Cost is $25.

Wednesday, October 17 • Republican Women of Central • 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Sen. Bodi White will discuss the election ballot for Nov. 6.  For information, call Debbie Dougherty at 571-4252.

Thursday, October 18 • Central High Hall of Fame

Ronnie Devall will be inducted into the Central High School Hall of Fame at half-time of the game against Denham Springs.  Game time is 7 p.m.  There will be a reception in the cafeteria of the new school complex prior to the game at 5:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 20 • Community History Festival • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The 4th annual Community History Festival will be held at the Pride-Chaneyville Library, 13600 Pride-Port Hudson Road.  The Louisiana Country Store is the theme of this year’s festival.  By popular demand an “Old-Fashioned Cake Walk” will be held.  Children will enjoy a special appearance by Smokey the Bear from the Louisiana Office of Forestry and “the Little Red Hen” puppet performance.  For information, call 658-1540.

Saturday, October 20 Pumpkin Patch Car Show • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Exhibitor spaces are available for the third annual Pumpkin Patch Car Show at Blackwater United Methodist Church, 10000 Blackwater Rd.  Open reservation ($20) will begin at 8 a.m. the day of the show.  For information, contact Ben Browning at 261-2546, John Dixon at 261-7557, or Blackwater United Methodist at 261-4646.

Sunday, October 21 • Homecoming Services • 10:15 a.m.

Sandy Creek Baptist Church, 22834 Liberty Road, will have Homecoming Services.  Music will be led by Bro. Jeff Manchester and guest speaker will be Bro. Jack Varnado.  Dinner on the grounds will follow.  Please come and join in for this time of worship, fellowship, and praise.  Bible study will begin at 9 a.m.

Thursday, October 25 • “Ask the Doctor” • 12 noon

Dr. Joseph Nesheiwat with Zachary Rheumatology will discuss the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis and how to differentiate between them during the “Ask the Doctor” Lunch and Learn session in the staff development classroom at Lane Regional Medical Center.  Advance reservations are required by call 654-5263.  The session is free and includes a light lunch.

Thursday, October 25 • 2002 State Champs Honored

Redemptorist High School will honor the 2002 State Championship football team at its game against the Dunham School.  A gathering will take place in the St. Gerard cafeteria at 5 p.m. Game time is 7 p.m. All who played for Coach Sid Edwards are invited to attend.

October 26, 27, and 31 • Blood Creek Manor Haunted House

Blood Creek Manor Haunted House, 6010 Wet Creek Ave, Greenwell Springs, will be open to the public on Friday, Oct. 26 and Saturday, Oct. 27, 7 to 10 p.m. and Halloween night, Oct. 31, 7 to 9 p.m.  There will be a Trick or Treat hayride and fun small child activities on Halloween night, 6 to 8 p.m.  Cost: $5 minimum donation.  A portion will be donated to Lawson Hebert and his family.  Non perishable food items will also be collected for the Central City Food Bank.

Saturday, October 27 • Benefit Golf Tournament • 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

A four-man Scramble Golf Tournament will be held at Fennwood Country Club, 6003 Fennwood Dr., Zachary, for Michael “Keith” Crochet.  Cost is $400 per team; $450 Gold Sponsor team and an ad at hole; $100 Silver Sponsor ad at hole; $20 per person for hole in one.  Auction and raffle.  For information, contact Brenda Yarbrough at 954-0865 or Yogi Doyle at 933-6794.

Saturday, October 27 • Pumpkin Patch Craft Show • 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Pumpkin Patch Craft Show will be held at Blackwater United Methodist Church, 10000 Blackwater Rd.  Booth rental is still available, with indoor booths and electricity available.  For information, contact Jo Anne Lewis at 261-4646 or Joanne@blackwaterumc.org.

Saturday, October 27 • Istrouma Class of ’77 Reunion • 7 to 11 p.m.

The Istrouma High Class of ’77 proudly presents Rock-n-Reunion, a gathering for all 70’s grads at Reflections, 9230 Cortana Place.  Tickets are $75.  Ticket includes unlimited buffet, beer, wine, and frozen drinks. Cash bar and security will be provided.  Music provided by Riptide.  Contact Debbie Armoney at dbueche12@yahoo.com or 261-6790.

October 29 and 30 • Central Private Biddy Ball Camp • 3:30 to 5:30 p.m.

Central Private will hold a Biddy Ball Mini-Camp at the Central Private Gym.  Players will receive coaching from Henry Gantz and players from both district championship boys and girls teams.  Cost is $40.  For information, email hhgantz@gmail.com.

Tuesday, October 30 • Prenatal Class • 6:30 p.m.

Lane Regional Medical Center will offer a free prenatal class in the staff development classroom.  “The Pregnancy Workshop” is an overview of what to expect for the soon-to-be mom.  Partners are encouraged to attend. Child care is not provided.  For information or to register, call 654-5263.

Wednesday, October 31 • AARP Safety Course • 8:30 a.m.

The AARP Driver Safety Course will be held at Lane Regional Medical Center.  This classroom refresher course for drivers age 50 and older will help you learn the effects of aging on driving and how to adjust and remain safe on today’s roads.  Most auto insurance companies provide a multiyear discount to course graduates.  Class size is limited and registration is required.  For information or to register, call 654-5263.

Wednesday, October 31 • Sandy Creek Fall Festival • 6 to 8 p.m.

Sandy Creek Baptist Church, 22834 Liberty Road will have a Fall Festival.  Everyone is invited for fun, games, candy, prizes, food, and drink.

Wednesday, October 31 • Galilee Fall Festival • 6 to 8 p.m.

Galilee Baptist Church, 11050 Greenwell Springs-Port Hudson Road, will have a Family Fall Festival.  Come for a night of fun with carnival games, inflatables, and even a dunking booth.  The whole family can enjoy a bowl of jambalaya and candy of course.  Come and sign up for a chance to win a 40” flat screen TV, Wii bundle with four games and extra controller, a $200 Bass Pro gift card, a Ricoh color copier, or many other great door prizes.  For information, call 654-5633.

Wednesday, October 31 • KidZone Karnival Fall Festival • 6 to 8 p.m.

Victory Harvest Church, 3953 North Flannery Road, invites you and your family to join us for exciting games, candy, prizes, food, and fun!  KidZone Karnival Fest Fall Festival is a safe alternative to Halloween for your children.  There will be a Fire Safe House, candy cannon, giant slide, hay ride, Patches the Dog, obstacle course, and much more.

Sunday, November 11 • Veterans Mass • 10 a.m.

St. Alphonsus Liguori Catholic Church, 14040 Greenwell Springs Road, will celebrate a Veterans Mass honoring Veterans of all branches of the U.S. military.  The event is open to the public and will include special recognition of attending Veterans from each military branch.  Guest speaker will be Brig. Gen. Richard W. Averitt, retired.  St. Alphonsus will be collecting small size toiletries for the Blue Star Mothers of LA to send to U.S. soldiers overseas.  These items can be bought to all the masses on the weekend of Nov. 10 and 11 or dropped off at the church office during business hours.  For information, call 261-4650.

Tuesday, November 13 • Victory Harvest Church MOPS • 9:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Victory Harvest Church MOPS will meet on the second Tuesday of each month at Victory Harvest Church, 3953 N. Flannery Road.  Limited childcare is available.  Moms should email Barbara Womack at vhcmops@cox.net or call 275-5255 to check availability.  Mothers who are pregnant with their first child or have a preschooler K-5 or younger are invited to join the group.