Thursday, August 27, 2009

Happenings

Farmer’s Market

Michelle Roth had some beautiful flower bouquets last week at the market.  There are still loads of fresh vegetables, local honey, and fresh baked goods.  The Farmer’s Market is open on Thursdays from noon until 5 pm at the Old 4-H Barn on Wilcox Street.

 

Live Music at The Mag

This Friday is our favorite local band, The Delta Drifters.

 

The Duel at High Noon

Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site presents this program that will discuss the history of dueling, exploring some of the most well-known duels and duelists in history.  Additionally, there will be demonstrations of the different types of duels of the past, as well as a discussion of the rules that governed such contests.   It all happens on Saturday, August 29 at noon, of course, on the grounds near the main parking area.  For more information, call 635-3110.

 

The Cotton Experience

Throughout the months of September and October at Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site, visitors are welcome to pluck bolls of cotton from the plants and remove the seeds from the bolls.  Once the cotton is picked and deseeded, visitors are asked to drop the cotton in an authentic “cotton bag.”  This will be offered daily from 10 am until 4 pm.  For more information call 888-376-1867 toll free or 635-3110 locally.

 

Ecosystem of Audubon State Historic Site

This one-hour program on Saturday, September 5 at 10 am, focuses on one of the many ecosystems found at Audubon SHS.  Guests are invited to explore the nature around the park, and learn about how the different habitats and creatures interact with each other.  An admission fee is charged. For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

Tree Identification Walk

Also on Saturday, September 5, beginning at 11 am, 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. An admission fee is charged. For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

Guided Nature Hike

It’s a busy day on Saturday, September 5 out at Audubon Sate Historic Site.  At 1pm and again at 3pm there will be a short hiking tour of the park.  The hike features 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.  An admission fee is charged. For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

Plants and Animals of Oakley

Rounding out the nature programs on Saturday, September 5, this one is at 2 pm and 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.

 

Did You Know?

Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site continues its living history series with a program scheduled for Saturday, September 5.  During the nineteenth century there were many practices that were a way of life for the people of past eras.  Some of these practices will be explored over the next months in Rosedown’s “Did You Know” program.  The third in this series of programs will focus on What People Wore.    Join Interpretive Ranger Sasha Traña as she discusses the history of American clothing from the Colonial era through the early twentieth century.  Also discussed will be the way clothing has changed and evolved throughout time.  Traña will be presenting her demonstration between 11 am and 2 pm in the Conference Room of the Rosedown Gift Shop.  Additional “Did You Know” programs will be offered on the first Saturday through October.  The final program, “Did You Know: 19th Century Schooling,” is scheduled for Saturday, October 3.  For more information call 888-376-1867 toll free or 635-3110 locally.

 

Garden Talk

Nature weekend at Audubon State Historic Site continues on Sunday, September 6.  At 10:30 am the interpretive staff presents Garden Talk which introduces the different plants found in the gardens of Audubon SHS.  The talk will cover 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

This hour long program is held at Audubon SHS’s original slave cabins and allows guests to have a better understanding about what life was like for slaves on a plantation.  This program is scheduled for noon on Sunday, September 6, and will cover family life and customs as well as discuss 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

Also on Sunday, September 6, at 1:30 pm, this program 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 the historical tours at Audubon State Historic Site on Sunday, September 6, his hour long program begins at 3 pm and 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.  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

Audubon State Historic Site will feature a cooking demonstration on the open hearth on Saturday, September 12 from 10 am until 4 pm.  Visitors will see the different methods used to prepare and cook foods in the 1800s and will also learn 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.

 

Old West Florida

As we prepare to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of West Florida, the folks out at Audubon State Historic Site feature this program which explores the unique and rich history of the Felicianas, from Spanish Colony to early statehood.  It happens on Sunday, September 13 from noon until 4 pm.  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.

 

What Is Social Marketing and Why Do I Need It?

Social Marketing is the current buzz word, from teens to retirees, but it seems easier said than done. On Wednesday, September 16 at 10 am, the experts from The Graham Group will begin to answer our questions about these inexpensive, yet valuable, marketing tools for our businesses.  Please RSVP your attendance by calling me at 635-4224 or e-mail Kitty@StFrancisville.us   We’ll need to know how many are interested so that we can secure a site that will accommodate all of us.  Bring your laptops if you have them!  The Graham Group is a full-service marketing and advertising firm based in Lafayette and Baton Rouge, and their very knowledgeable staff will share with us the how-to’s of this new form of marketing and why it’s worth it.  From Facebook to Twitter and everything in between, this workshop will give us the low down on what’s up.  Hope you can join us.

 

Book Amnesty Month

September is Book Amnesty Month at West Feliciana Parish Library.  This means those books and DVDs you were afraid to return are fine-free.  That’s right—all overdue fines will be forgiven the month of September.  But there is a catch - each person is invited to donate a canned good at the library for the local food bank.  The library is open 9 am until 7pm, Monday through Thursday, 9 am until 6 pm on Friday, and 9 am until 1 pm on Saturday.  Please call (225) 635-3364 for any further information.

 

Quilt Raffle for Food Pantry

Come by the West Feliciana Historical Society Museum on Ferdinand Street to check out the beautiful quilt that will be raffled off to benefit the West Feliciana Food Pantry.  The quilt was made by the ladies of the “Feliciana Stitchers Quilt Guild” of St. Francisville as part of the 2008 Quilt Challenge which involved making a quilt using black and white fabric plus one other color.  Each participating member made an extra block, and the resulting quilt was pieced together from those blocks.  Tickets are $1 each or 7 for $5 and can be purchased from any member of the Feliciana Stitchers, the Historical Society, the Bank of St. Francisville or any of the following:  Hilda Crangle, Jane Dietrich, Charlotte McNamara or Bettye Martin.  The raffle will take place on October 24 at 11:30 am during the Friends of the Library Annual Book Sale at the St. Francisville Town Hall.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

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Farmer’s Market

Unbelievably fresh and delicious produce and baked goods – and fresh cut flowers, too – are at the market every Thursday from noon until 5 pm. Last week I purchased tomatoes, yellow squash, lettuce, corn on the cob, potatoes, bell peppers, heirloom red okra, garlic and spaghetti squash. Yum!

White Linen Night

This Saturday night, the St. Francisville Main Street is again bringing to life White Linen Night from 5pm until 9pm. Merchants along the trolley line will have red hot specials for customers, and local restaurants are offering tastes from their menus to entice you to dinner after the fun is over. Music will be performed throughout the route. So much is being planned, and here is a preview:

GDH Day Spa on Jackson Street is offering jewelry by EveAnna Gomez and music by Alaina Richard from 5 pm to 7 pm.

Miles Blair Salon on Commerce Street will feature Bayou Moon Candles and jewelry by Sherry Kohlett.

Hillcrest Gardens & Interiors will offer samplings of Sin in a Tin, a demonstration of Lampe Berger, and refreshments by Sonny’s Pizza.

Avondale Antiques on Commerce Street will host Anne Hornsbeck and her watercolor paintings, feature pottery by Craig Roth, and offer tastes from the Oxbow Restaurant.

Trends Salon on Commerce Street will have displays by artists Lisa Horn, Lyn Lokey, Janet Ballard, Martha Singer, and Rae Lynne Thomas, photography by Kellie Douglas, jewelry by Molly Porter, and will feature Allana.Laine Vintage Clothing and Accessories. Desserts will be supplied by SugarPlum Bake Shop.

The Wine Parlor at the St. Francisville Inn on Commerce Street will display photography by Jill Janss and Patrick Walsh, a book signing by Anne Butler to feature her works: Spirit of St. Francisville with photographer Darrell Chitty; Comprehensive Guide to Louisiana Swamp Tours (new); Pelican Guide to the Plantation Homes of Louisiana (new edition); Audubon Plantation Country Cookbook; Bayou Plantation Country Cookbook; Acadian Plantation Country Cookbook; and Weep For the Living. Karla Dietz will show Sipalda Designs, and music will be The Fugitive Poets from 7:30 pm to 9 pm.

*Shoppers can redeem their receipts to receive a Shop St. Francisville tote bag at The Wine Parlor.

Backwoods Gallery in their new location on Ferdinand Street will highlight hanging art by Joe Savell, Dahn Savell, Frances Durham, Krista Roche and Murrell Butler. Refreshments will be offered by Magnolia Café.

Destinee’s Clay Pot next to Town Hall on Ferdinand Street will have a book signing by Violet Pate, author of Aunt Shug’s Favorite Plantation Recipes Cookbook.

Toni L. Ladnier, CPA, and R. Ladnier, Jr. Photography on Ferdinand Street will feature artist in residence, Andy Ladnier, photographer. Guest artists include Joseph “Bear” Patric, illustrations, and Regina Meadows Rifkin, paintings. Refreshments will be presented by Heirloom Cuisine, and there will be a drawing for a portrait sitting.

The Mosspickers will play from 6 pm until 7:30 pm in the parking lot between the Ladniers and Miller on Main.

Miller on Main and The Massage Clinic on Ferdinand Street will feature pottery by Michael Miller and Miller on Main will provide refreshments.

St. Francisville Arts and Antiques on Ferdinand Street will have refreshments by Wing It Grill. Artists in residence are Toni Stearns, Anne Mills, Joe Lackie, Yolanda D’Aquilla, Pat Tennyson, Mary Joe Brittingham, Mary Lesh, Faye & Teddy Millingham, Bobby Weber, Randy Dorgan, Suzanne Hall, Suzanne Holland, Sue Donnelly, Penny Nichols, Toni McVea, Sherry Kohlert, Marilyn Thornton, Jerri Ramsay, Dorothy Decker, Roy & LaDonna Landry, Candy Couhig and Carolyn Mathis.

Belle Glen Traditions on Ferdinand Street will feature a book signing by Robert Moreland, Ph.D., author of Eternal Not Immortal and Postcards from Baghdad. Toms Shoes will be introduced, and refreshments will be offered by Confections by Michelle.

The West Feliciana Parish Library on Ferdinand Street will show stained glass by Marjorie Blake. Music will be performed by Ben Bell and the Bedlam Triflers from 7 pm until 8:30 pm.

The Shanty Too on Ferdinand Street will feature music by Lyn Brossett at 5 pm, refreshments by Eight Sisters Soul Food, and displays from the Angola Museum.

West Feliciana Historical Society Museum on Ferdinand Street will host a book signing by Jamie S. Achee, author of Granny’s Gifts: An Inheritance of Character. Carin Carlson will display her paintings, and Que Pasa will offer refreshments.

*Shoppers can redeem their receipts to receive a Shop St. Francisville tote bag at the museum.

Garden Symposium Park on the corner of Ferdinand and Royal Streets will be the site of music by Kim Smith Live with Cheney Hotard and Jason Smith from 5 pm until 6:30 pm.

Harrington Gallery on Royal Street will feature art by Herschel Harrington, refreshments by Heirloom Cuisine and music by Kevin Johnson from 7 pm until 8:30 pm.

Grandmother’s Buttons on Royals Street will be introducing the new Fall Line of 2009. Audubon Café will serve refreshments, and Nancy Roppolo will play music from 5:30 pm until 7 pm.

Bohemianville Antiques, located in the old site of Backwoods Gallery on Commerce Street, will host artist in residence C.C. Lockwood and guest artist Donna Kilbourne. Music by The Laughing Lizards will be from 5 pm until 6:30 pm.

BirdMan Coffee & Books on Commerce Street will show off the works of artists in residence George Ufford, mobiles; Doris & Joe Abadie, birdhouses; Roland Barber, hand-carved songbirds; and Hollywood Vintage, gift baskets. Outside will be booths of The Arts Market Artists.

Sage Hill Antiques & Gifts on Commerce Street will feature their artists in residence Wendell Dietz, furniture; Laura McClendon, jewelry and art; and Sennod, jewelry. Refreshments will be served up by Heirloom Cuisine while music by Local Traffic will be performed from 7:15 pm until 9 pm.

Music at The Mag

Friday, August 21 – Feliciana Band; Saturday, August 22 – Emily Branton will perform after White Linen Night; Friday, August 28 – Delta Drifters

A Day at Locust Grove

Explore the unique and rich history of the Locust Grove Cemetery, from the history of the family members buried there, including General Eleazar Wheelock Ripley and Sarah Knox Taylor Davis, to methods of grave preservation, and cemetery folklore. Join interpretive staff on Saturday, August 22, at Locust Grove State Historic Site from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

The Duel at High Noon

Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site presents this program that will discuss the history of dueling, exploring some of the most well-known duels and duelists in history. Additionally, there will be demonstrations of the different types of duels of the past, as well as a discussion of the rules that governed such contests. It all happens on Saturday, August 29 at noon, of course, on the grounds near the main parking area. For more information, call 635-3110.

Thursday, August 13, 2009

Happenings

Farmers Market

Even with fewer farmers selling their produce, there are still a lot of great fruits and vegetables to buy at the Farmers Market.  Go by on Thursdays, from noon until 5 pm at the old 4-H barn on Wilcox Street.

 

You ART What You Eat

This interesting program features artist, educator and co-founder of the New Orleans Contemporary Arts Center, Clifton Webb.  It happens at The Magnolia Café on Thursday, August 13 at 7 pm.  Three courses of delicious cuisine will be served while you learn about the creative process and artistic vision of Clifton Webb.  And all this culture for only $39!  (Price includes dinner and music.  Tax, tips and adult beverages are extra.)  Seating is limited so make your reservation today by emailing: Michael@culturecandy.org.  

 

Third Weekend Events

The Arts Market is still going strong every third Saturday right outside the BirdMan Coffee & Books Shop.  They have been there all through the summer heat, and if you haven’t visited yet, please go by and show your support of these creative people.

Avondale Antiques is open this third weekend from Friday through Sunday.  They are located in The Quarters on Commerce Street.

 

Live Music at The Mag

Friday, August 14 – Sign; Saturday, August 15 – Kim Smith; Friday, August 21 – Feliciana Band; Friday, August 28 – Delta Drifters

 

Perfect Weather for Ice Cream

Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site continues its “Lost Arts” programs with Ice Cream Making this Saturday, August 15 from 11 am until 3pm.   Yummy!  For more information, call 635-3110.

 

A Day at Locust Grove

Explore the unique and rich history of the Locust Grove Cemetery, from the history of the family members buried there, including General Eleazar Wheelock Ripley and Sarah Knox Taylor Davis, to methods of grave preservation, and cemetery folklore.  Join interpretive staff on Saturday, August 22, at Locust Grove State Historic Site from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.  For more information call Audubon State Historic Site at 1-888-677-2838 or 225-635-3739.

 

White Linen Night

On Saturday, August 22 beginning at 5 pm, shop, eat and unwind with music, art and refreshments.  The St. Francisville Downtown Merchants will again host White Linen Night and each of the participating shops will be open until 9 pm, while participating restaurants will offer a taste from their menus.   Music will be playing up and down Ferdinand Street while artists demonstrate their talents.  There will be book signings and much more!  For more information, visit www.stfrancisvillefestivals.com.

 

The Duel at High Noon

Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site presents this program that will discuss the history of dueling, exploring some of the most well-known duels and duelists in history.  Additionally, there will be demonstrations of the different types of duels of the past, as well as a discussion of the rules that governed such contests.   It all happens on Saturday, August 29 at noon, of course, on the grounds near the main parking area.  For more information, call 635-3110.

 

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

Happenings

Farmer’s Market

Even though some vegetables aren’t available anymore, there are still lots to choose from at the Farmer’s Market.  Go by on Thursdays from noon until 5 pm at the old 4-H barn on Wilcox Street.

 

Live Music at The Mag

Friday, August 7 – United We Stand; Friday, August 14 – Sign; Friday, August 21 – Feliciana Band; Friday, August 28 – Delta Drifters

 

Your Local Library

Just a reminder that our local library not only has books but much, much more.  Computers are available for your guests to check their e-mail while they are on the road or to research those long lost relatives.  If you haven’t met our new librarian yet, stop by and say hello to Ben Bell.  He’s very enthusiastic about making our library even better, and his staff is ready to help with your requests as best they can.

 

Open Hearth Cooking

A cooking demonstration on the open hearth at Audubon State Historic Site is set for Saturday, August 8 from 10 am until 4 pm.  See the different methods used to prepare and cook foods in the 1800’s, and learn the different types of foods which would have been served to the Big House during this time period.  For more information, call 635-3739.

 

Old West Florida

As we prepare to celebrate in 2010 the Bicentennial of the Republic of West Florida, the folks at Audubon State Historic Site offer this program which explores the unique and rich history of the Felicianas, from Spanish colony to early statehood.  Scheduled for Sunday, August 9 from noon until 4 pm, activities may include black powder weapons demonstrations, costume talks, period crafts, and more.  For more information, call 635-3739.

 

We All Scream for Ice Cream!

Rosedown Plantation State Historic Site continues its “Lost Arts” programs with Ice Cream Making on Saturday, August 15 from 11 am until 3pm.   Yummy!  For more information, call 635-3110.

 

White Linen Night

On Saturday, August 22 beginning at 5 pm, shop, eat and unwind with music, art and refreshments.  The St. Francisville Downtown Merchants will again host White Linen Night and each of the participating shops will be open until 9 pm, while participating restaurants will offer a taste from their menus.   Music will be playing up and down Ferdinand Street while artists demonstrate their talents.  For more information, visit www.stfrancisvillefestivals.com.