Happenings Nov. 4, 2009

Farmer’s Market
Michelle Roth called last Friday to say that the Farmer’s Market has closed shop for the year.  The recent heavy rains have played havoc with the crops so they decided to close until the Spring.  Thanks to all who supported our local farmers, and especially to the farmers for all their hard labors to provide us with quality produce grown locally.

Live Music at The Mag
Friday night at The Magnolia Café means live music on the porch.  This Friday, November 6 – Emily Branton; next Friday, November 13 – Copas Trio.  Music begins around 7 pm.

The Beast Master
The West Feliciana Parish Parks & Recreation Department is hosting the inaugural Beast Master, a mountain bike race on Saturday, November 7.  This time trial format race takes place on the challenging Beast trail located at the WFP Sports Park.  Race registration starts at 7 am with the Beginner Event starting at 9 am.  Remaining racers start at 10:15 am and thereafter.  Entry fee is $10, and there will be prizes, T-shirts and free food and drink for riders.  Visit www.tunicatrails.org or email info@tunicatrails.org for more information or to volunteer to help.

Community Treasure Sale Day
This Saturday, November 7 from 8 am until, the Downtown Merchants and the International club are hosting a Clean Out Your Closet and Storeroom Sale Day.  Visit sale locations at The BirdMan Coffee & Books, Sage Hill Gifts, St. Francisville Inn, Hillcrest, Belle Glen Traditions, the Historical Society Museum, Grandmother’s Buttons and The Shadetree Inn.  It’s another great way to get your holiday shopping started!  For set up information, call Laurie Walsh at St. Francisville Main Street, 635-3873.

Outdoors at Audubon State Historic Site
Saturday, November 7, and the interpretive staff at Audubon State Historic Site has a full day of outdoor programs scheduled.
Here’s the list:
Ecosystem of Audubon State Historic Site at 10am:  This one-hour program will focus on one of the many ecosystems found at ASHS. Guests are invited to explore the nature around the park, and learn about how the different habitats and creatures interact with each other.
Tree Identification Walk at 11am:  This program focuses on a more specific aspect of nature, and allows guests to Audubon SHS the chance to learn about the forest that surrounds them.  The identification walk covers the park and discusses many of the important and significant trees found here.
Guided Nature Hike at 1:00 pm and again at 3:00pm:  A short hiking tour of Audubon SHS.  The hike focuses on the naturally forested area surrounding the plantation home as well as the original paths, which John James Audubon would have used during his stay at Oakley in 1821.  The program allows guests a chance to observe the natural beauty, which surrounds the home. 
Plants and Animals of Oakley at 2pm:  This program invites guests to interact with the animal and plant life surrounding Audubon SHS.  There will be hands on animal demonstrations as well as introductions to the plants that one should be most aware of when hiking the grounds at Audubon SHS. An admission fee is charged. For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

Old West Florida at Audubon SHS                
In preparation for the Bicentennial of the Republic of West Florida to be celebrated in 2010, the folks at Audubon State Historic Site offer this program.  On Sunday, November 8 from Noon until 4pm, the interpretive staff invites the visitor to explore the unique and rich history of the Felicianas, from Spanish Colony to early statehood.  Activities may include black powder weapons demonstrations, costume talks, period crafts, and more.  An admission fee is charged.  For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

Monday Night Feasts!
The Carriage House Restaurant at The Myrtles Plantation is now offering All You Can Eat Fried Catfish and All You Can Eat Fried Jumbo Shrimp on Monday nights only. Monday Night Football will be on the big screen!  For more information, contact them at 635-6278.

Open Hearth Cooking
The staff at Audubon State Historic Site will be cooking up something special on Saturday, November 14.  Between 10 am and 4 pm, the staff will present a cooking demonstration on the open hearth, and guests will see the different methods used to prepare and cook foods in the 1800s.  Guests will also witness the different types of foods which would have been served to the Big House during this time period.  An admission fee is charged. For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

Football at Georges
Jeff at Georges of the Felicianas invites you to the sports bar on the side of the restaurant where you can eat, drink, and watch the LSU and undefeated Saints!  Georges is located across from the Post Office on Commerce Street.  Their phone number is 635-4711.

Happenings

Grandmother’s Buttons

Everyone is invited to Grandmother's Buttons annual Champagne Holiday Open House this Thursday, November 5, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. The store will be closed during regular business hours that day as they "deck the halls," opening at 5:30 with champagne, a table of holiday treats, a coffee bar, door prizes and special sales. A great way to shop early for the best selection, and have fun at the same time!  Grandmother’s Buttons is located on Royal Street in the Historic District of St. Francisville.

 

Farmer’s Market

Michelle Roth called last Friday to say that the Farmer’s Market has closed shop for the year.  The recent heavy rains have played havoc with the crops so they decided to close until the Spring.  Thanks to all who supported our local farmers, and especially to the farmers for all their hard labors to provide us with quality produce grown locally.

 

pARTy in the Ville

This Thursday, November 5 at 7 pm, the girls have put together another painting party at Sage Hill Gifts & Antiques.  This week’s artist is Nancy Smitherman from Baton Rouge.  (To see some of her work, visit http://www.artbynancysmitherman.com.)  You bring the cocktails, and the appetizers, paint supplies, and fun are supplied! The artist gives step-by-step instructions so you can paint your own piece of art to take home. The cost is only $35 so make your reservation by calling 635-6596.

 

Live Music at The Mag

Friday night at The Magnolia Café means live music on the porch.  This Friday, November 6 – Emily Branton; next Friday, November 13 – Copas Trio.  Music begins around 7 pm.

 

The Beast Master

The West Feliciana Parish Parks & Recreation Department is hosting the inaugural Beast Master, a mountain bike race on Saturday, November 7.  This time trial format race takes place on the challenging Beast trail located at the WFP Sports Park.  Race registration starts at 7 am with the Beginner Event starting at 9 am.  Remaining racers start at 10:15 am and thereafter.  Entry fee is $10, and there will be prizes, T-shirts and free food and drink for riders.  Visit www.tunicatrails.org or email info@tunicatrails.org for more information or to volunteer to help.

 

Community Treasure Sale Day

This Saturday, November 7 from 8 am until, the Downtown Merchants and the International club are hosting a Clean Out Your Closet and Storeroom Sale Day.  Visit sale locations at The BirdMan Coffee & Books, Sage Hill Gifts, St. Francisville Inn, Hillcrest, Belle Glen Traditions, the Historical Society Museum, Grandmother’s Buttons and The Shadetree Inn.  It’s another great way to get your holiday shopping started!  For set up information, call Laurie Walsh at St. Francisville Main Street, 635-3873.

 

Outdoors at Audubon State Historic Site

Saturday, November 7, and the interpretive staff at Audubon State Historic Site has a full day of outdoor programs scheduled.  Here’s the list:

Ecosystem of Audubon State Historic Site at 10am:  This one-hour program will focus on one of the many ecosystems found at ASHS. Guests are invited to explore the nature around the park, and learn about how the different habitats and creatures interact with each other.

Tree Identification Walk at 11am:  This program focuses on a more specific aspect of nature, and allows guests to Audubon SHS the chance to learn about the forest that surrounds them.  The identification walk covers the park and discusses many of the important and significant trees found here.

Guided Nature Hike at 1:00 pm and again at 3:00pm:  A short hiking tour of Audubon SHS.  The hike focuses on the naturally forested area surrounding the plantation home as well as the original paths, which John James Audubon would have used during his stay at Oakley in 1821.  The program allows guests a chance to observe the natural beauty, which surrounds the home. 

Plants and Animals of Oakley at 2pm:  This program invites guests to interact with the animal and plant life surrounding Audubon SHS.  There will be hands on animal demonstrations as well as introductions to the plants that one should be most aware of when hiking the grounds at Audubon SHS. An admission fee is charged. For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

Old West Florida at Audubon SHS                

In preparation for the Bicentennial of the Republic of West Florida to be celebrated in 2010, the folks at Audubon State Historic Site offer this program.  On Sunday, November 8 from Noon until 4pm, the interpretive staff invites the visitor to explore the unique and rich history of the Felicianas, from Spanish Colony to early statehood.  Activities may include black powder weapons demonstrations, costume talks, period crafts, and more.  An admission fee is charged.  For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

Monday Night Feasts!

The Carriage House Restaurant at The Myrtles Plantation is now offering All You Can Eat Fried Catfish and All You Can Eat Fried Jumbo Shrimp on Monday nights only. Monday Night Football will be on the big screen!  For more information, contact them at 635-6278.

 

Open Hearth Cooking

The staff at Audubon State Historic Site will be cooking up something special on Saturday, November 14.  Between 10 am and 4 pm, the staff will present a cooking demonstration on the open hearth, and guests will see the different methods used to prepare and cook foods in the 1800s.  Guests will also witness the different types of foods which would have been served to the Big House during this time period.  An admission fee is charged. For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

Football at Georges

Jeff at Georges of the Felicianas invites you to the sports bar on the side of the restaurant where you can eat, drink, and watch the LSU and undefeated Saints!  Georges is located across from the Post Office on Commerce Street.  Their phone number is 635-4711.

 

Library Tour of Homes Cancelled

The Friends of the Library’s annual Christmas Tour of Homes, initially set for Sunday, December 6, has been cancelled for this year.   If you would like to join the Friends of the Library, please contact the West Feliciana Parish Library at 635-3364  or any Friends member.

 

FW: Happenings

Haunted Hayrides!

Located on Highway 965 just two miles off of Highway 61, The Pumpkin Patch will offer 25 – 35 minutes rides from 7:30 pm until 10:30 pm from October 29 through October 31.  The cost is $7 per person.  You can also pick up a pumpkin or two for your jack-o-lantern!  For more information, call 245-1307 or 978-2342.

 

Farmer’s Market

For those of you thinking ahead to a Thanksgiving feast, check out the Farmer’s Market on Thursday from noon until 5 pm at the Old 4-H Barn on Wilcox Street.

 

Halloween Carnival and Trunk or Treat

St. Francisville United Methodist Church on Royal Street/Fidelity Street presents the Halloween Carnival, hosted by PAX youth and assisted by the church family, on Thursday, October 29^th from 6 to 8 pm.  A long-standing tradition of St. Francisville United Methodist Church, they invite all ages to join them for fun, food, and fellowship among the pumpkins, candy and costume clad.   This year’s celebration will include “Trunk or Treat”, a time for members of the congregation to park their trucks or cars along Fidelity Street and distribute candy and other prizes as part of the evening’s activities.   On the church grounds, there will be the 14 games, including 5 new games, along with the traditional favorites.  Games will be set-up on both playgrounds and include a variety of “skills” for a variety of ages.  Under the carport, near the Robb House, will be the Cake Walk.   Inside the Fellowship Hall will be four different activities. At the west entrance you can add a Halloween “design” to your costume through the talents of our face painters.  In the center of the room share your vocal talents through Karaoke, complete with mic, stage, and lights. To top the activities off, there will be an area for you to have your pictures taken with a harvest background.  At the east end enjoy grilled hotdogs with chili, chips, a drink, and yummy homemade goodies.

 

Live Music at The Mag

Every Friday night The Magnolia Café features live music on the porch.  This Friday, October 30 is our favorite local band, The Delta Drifters.  The line-up for November is:  November 6 – Emily Branton; November 13 – Copas Trio; November 20 – United We Jam; November 27 – Delta Drifters.

 

 All Hallows Eve

Visitors are invited to Audubon State Historic Site on Friday, October 30, to discover Halloween traditions of the 1800s during the program All Hallows Eve.  Between 6:30 and 8:30 p.m., there will be an interactive program held throughout the grounds of Oakley illustrating Halloween practices of the 1800s in America.  Included will be the origins of pumpkin carving and tales of mystery, apple bobbing, an old fashioned maze, plus games and treats for the whole family to enjoy.  There is a  $2 admission to the program.  Children (12 and under) and senior citizens (62 and older) are admitted free.  For more information, call 1-888-677-2838 toll free or 635-3739 in the St. Francisville area.

 

Halloween Extravaganza at The Myrtles 

For a real Halloween treat, take a guided tour through “One of America’s Most Haunted Homes,” The Myrtles Plantation, circa 1796.  It’s a Halloween Experience like no other!  Tours will be ongoing from 6 until 10 p.m. on Friday, October 30th and Saturday, October 31st.   Admission is $10 per person, and tickets will be sold at the door.  Food and beverages by The Carriage House Restaurant will be available throughout the weekend event for indoor dining, or choose from hamburgers, BBQ chicken, pizza and concessions in The Courtyard.  For additional information, call 800-809-0565 or email chloe@myrtlesplantation.com.

 

Halloween at Rosedown

On Saturday, October 31, Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site features Funeral Re-enactment and Ghost Stories with the funeral at 4 pm, and Soul Stories at 5:30 pm.  The Rosedown Main House will be in mourning as Rosedown Interpretive Staff re-enacts the funeral service for a member of the historic Turnbull-Bowman family.  Throughout the day, the house will be decorated according to 19th century mourning customs and re-enactors will be dressed in 19th century-style mourning costumes.  The funeral service will be held at 4 pm inside the main house.  Following the funeral, costumed Rosedown Interpretive Staff will portray the spirits of various Turnbull-Bowman family members who have returned to the main house from their graves.  The “spirits” will talk about their lives and share reminiscences from their pasts.  Admission charged.  For more information, call 635-3110.

 

Garden Talk

On Sunday November 1 at 10:30am, Audubon State Historic Site offers this program which introduces the different plants found in the gardens of Audubon SHS.  The talk covers the history and origin of the plants as well as their uses both modern and historic. An admission fee is charged.  For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

Life in a Slave Cabin

Also on Sunday, November 1, this hour long program is held at Audubon State Historic Site's original slave cabins and allows guests to have a better understanding about what life was like for slaves on a plantation.  This program starts at noon and covers family life and customs as well as discussing housing accommodations, rations, etc.  An admission fee is charged. For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

 Cooking in Slave Cabin Row

This program is set for Sunday, November 1 at 1:30pm, and invites guests to Audubon SHS to observe the types of cooking used by slaves for themselves. The program will discuss not only what slaves ate and how they cooked it, but also the differences between their meals and that of the owner of the plantation.  An admission fee is charged.  For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

Plantation Crafts

Continuing with the slave experience at Audubon State Historic Site, this hour long program invites the guests to observe one of the many period handcrafts, which would have been done by a slave on a plantation.  These crafts would be some of the same skills from which the plantation itself would have been built.  It begins at 3 pm on Sunday, November 1.  An admission fee is charged.  For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

Open Auditions

The St. Francisville Transitory Theatre will be holding open auditions for A St. Francisville Christmas Carol, its adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic.  Actors of all ages – no experience necessary – are needed, as well as musicians, costume designer and coordinator, scenic painter and anyone else who wants to help.  Auditions are Tuesday, November 3 at 6 pm at the Old Presbyterian Church behind Grandmother’s Buttons.  For more information call 721-2124 or visit www.sftheatre.wordpress.com.

 

Community Treasure Sale Day

The Downtown Merchants and the St. Francisville Youth Groups are hosting a “Clean Out Your Closet and Store Room” sale day on Saturday, November 7 from 8 am until at Parker Park.  For set up information, call Laurie Walsh with St. Francisville Main Street at 635-3873.

 

Beast Master Mountain Bike Race

The West Feliciana Parish Parks & Recreation Department is hosting the inaugural Beast Master, a mountain bike race on Saturday, November 7.  This time trial format race takes place on the challenging Beast trail located at the WFP Sports Park.  Race registration starts at 7 am with the Beginner Event starting at 9 am.  Remaining racers start at 10:15 am and thereafter.  Entry fee is $10, and there will be prizes, T-shirts and free food and drink for riders.  Visit www.tunicatrails.org or email info@tunicatrails.org for more information or to volunteer to help.

 

Outdoors at Audubon State Historic Site

Saturday, November 7, and the interpretive staff at Audubon State Historic Site has a full day of outdoor programs scheduled.  Here’s the list:

Ecosystem of Audubon State Historic Site at 10am:  This one-hour program will focus on one of the many ecosystems found at ASHS. Guests are invited to explore the nature around the park, and learn about how the different habitats and creatures interact with each other.

Tree Identification Walk at 11am:  This program focuses on a more specific aspect of nature, and allows guests to Audubon SHS the chance to learn about the forest that surrounds them.  The identification walk covers the park and discusses many of the important and significant trees found here.

Guided Nature Hike at 1:00 pm and again at 3:00pm:  A short hiking tour of Audubon SHS.  The hike focuses on the naturally forested area surrounding the plantation home as well as the original paths, which John James Audubon would have used during his stay at Oakley in 1821.  The program allows guests a chance to observe the natural beauty, which surrounds the home. 

Plants and Animals of Oakley at 2pm:  This program invites guests to interact with the animal and plant life surrounding Audubon SHS.  There will be hands on animal demonstrations as well as introductions to the plants that one should be most aware of when hiking the grounds at Audubon SHS. An admission fee is charged. For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

Old West Florida at Audubon SHS                

On Sunday, November 8 from Noon until 4pm, this program invites the visitor to explore the unique and rich history of the Felicianas, from Spanish Colony to early statehood.  Activities may include black powder weapons demonstrations, costume talks, period crafts, and more.  An admission fee is charged.  For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

Open Hearth Cooking

The folks at Audubon State Historic Site will be cooking up something special on Saturday, November 14.  Between 10 am and 4 pm, the staff will present a cooking demonstration on the open hearth, and guests will see the different methods used to prepare and cook foods in the 1800s.  Guests will also witness the different types of foods which would have been served to the Big House during this time period.  An admission fee is charged. For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.