What’s Happening Around Central

CENTRAL — Events coming up in and around Central:

Saturday, June 16 • Book Signing • 1 to 3 p.m.

Central resident and local author Dennis J. Dufrene will hold a book signing at Books-A-Million, 2380 Towne Center.  The signing will be for his book entitled, “Civil War Baton Rouge, Port Hudson and Bayou Sara: Capturing the Mississippi.”

June 18 through 22 • Vacation Bible School • 9 a.m. to 12 noon

St. Alphonsus Catholic Church, 14040 Greenwell Springs Rd., will host “SonRise National Park” Vacation Bible School.  For children who have completed Pre-K through 6th grade at the end of 2011-2012 school year.  For information, call 261-4650 or visit www.st-alphonsus.net

Wednesday, June 20 • Civil War Medical Tools • 1 p.m.

Staff from Centenary Historic Site will discuss Civil War medical tools at the Central Branch Library, 11260 Joor Rd.  Presenters will bring a doctor’s surgical kit and explain what they were used for.  They will discuss different medicines and surgical procedures used at that time.  Registration is required.  For information or to register, call 262-2640.

Wednesday, June 20 • Charming Note Cards • 3 p.m.

Summer boredom got you blue?  Come and join us at the Greenwell Springs Road Library, 11300 Greenwell Springs Rd., where you will design your own charming note cards using decorative paper, ribbons, and charms.  A handmade note card always shows how much you care!  For information, call 274-4440.

Thursday, June 21 • Boy Scout Dinner • 6:30 p.m.

East Baton Rouge Mayor Pro-Tem Mike Walker will be the guest speaker at the 2nd Annual Pioneering the Future Boy Scout Benefit Dinner at Kristenwood Reception Hall on Greenwell Springs Road.  Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and program begins at 7 p.m.  Tickets are available online at www.bonemarketing.com, ABC Print Copy Scan, or Ross Tire.

Saturday, June 23 • Caring For Our Troops • 2 p.m.

Central Caring For Our Troops will be held at Extra Innings Sports Bar & Grill.  Proceeds going towards care packages for our troops.  Guest DJ’s playing Swamp Pop and variety of music.  Downfall in concert at 6:30 p.m.  There will be a rock climbing wall, inflatables, and face painting for kids and a jambalaya cook off.

Sunday, June 24 • Sunday Afternoon in Central • 1 to 5 p.m.

The tour will feature three gardens tended by Kim Bevil with Heavenly Gardens Landscaping.  The tour includes the gardens of Kim and Lamar Bevil, 5177 Roy Ave.; Ceily and Brad Burkett, 5121 Bayonne Dr.; and Janet Anderson, 13423 Palomino Dr.  Treat yourself to Sunday Brunch, dinner, or coffee and dessert before, during, or after the tour at Sweet Impressions Bakery and Café, 17661 Greenwell Springs Rd., open 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. for the tour.  In addition, make time to stop and pick fresh blueberries at the farm of Lacy and Randy LeBlanc, 24393 Greenwell Springs Rd., open 1 to 5 p.m.  Tickets are $20 and available at each garden the day of the tour, online at www.lsu.edu, call 767-6916, or email hilltop@tiers.lsu.edu.

June 24 through 29 • All About Kids Productions

All About Kids Productions is coming to Greenwell Springs Baptist Church, 19421 Greenwell Springs.  It is a high-energy, kid-oriented performing arts day camp.  Kids learn Biblical principles for life-choices through an exciting week in the arts!  For information or to register, visit www.lamplightartists.com.  Register by June 2 to get a $10 discount!

Tuesday, June 26 • 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.  Registration is required.  For information or to register, call 654-5263.

June 25 through 27 • Todd McClure Youth Football Camp • 6 to 8 p.m.

Central High School and Coach Sid Edwards will hold the 2nd Annual Todd McClure Youth Football Camp at Central High School practice field.  Camp is for ages 7 through incoming freshmen and the camp is free.  First 200 to register will receive a T-shirt.  Register at centralyouthfootball.net.

June 25 through 28 • Lady Wildcat Softball Camp • 9 to 11:30 a.m.

Central High School will host a Lady Wildcat Softball Camp at the high school.  The cost is $50.  Forms and information is available at the Central High office or call 261-3438.

Saturday, June 30 • PrimeTimers Dinner • 5:30 p.m.

The PrimeTimers of St. Alphonsus Catholic Church are sponsoring a dinner featuring Cajun comedian Kent Gonsoulin.  The buffet dinner and show will be held at Kristenwood on Greenwell Springs.  Tickets are $20 a person and are on sale at the church office.  This event is open to everyone.  Kent is one of the funniest Cajun comedians performing today.  His family oriented Cajun humor keeps audiences laughing across the south.

Saturday, June 30 • Red Stick Coin & Currency Club • 10 a.m. to 12 noon

The Red Stick Coin & Currency Club will have a meeting at the Central Library, 11260 Joor Rd.  For information, visit Facebook at Red Stick Coin Club or email RedStickCoinClub@hotmail.com.

Saturday, June 30 • Child Safety Seat Inspection • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Child Safety Seat Inspection will be held at the Central Fire Station, 11646 Sullivan Road.  Hosted by Central Fire Department, Louisiana State Police, and Lexlee’s Kids.

Sunday, July 1 • Celebration of Service • 10:30 a.m.

A Celebration of Service will be held at Life Church Central, 10523 Lovett Rd.  It will be a day of appreciation for our local heroes.  Any and all public service workers are invited to attend.  Lunch will be served as a special thank you.

July 9 through 13 • Vacation Bible School • 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Indian Mound Baptist Church, 16755 Liberty Road, will host “SonRise National Park” Vacation Bible School.  For ages 4 through 5th grade.  For information or to register, call 261-8271.