What’s Happening Around Central

CENTRAL — Events coming up in and around Central:

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.

Monday, July 2 • Teen Memory Boxes • 2:30 p.m.

Teens will paint and decorate a recycled wooden cigar box to create a personalized keepsake to store their summer memories at the Greenwell Springs Library, 11300 Greenwell Springs Rd.  Call 274-4440.

Thursday, July 5 • Hula Hoop Tournament • 2:30 p.m.

Teens can come to the Greenwell Springs Library, 11300 Greenwell Springs, to compete in a hula hoop tournament.  Small prizes will be awarded!  For information or to register, call 274-4470.

July 6 and 7 • Youth Ministry Garage Sale • 7 a.m. to 2 p.m.

St. Alphonsus Youth Ministry will hold their annual garage sale in the St. Alphonsus Family Center.  Great finds at great prices.  If you have items that you would like to donate to the sale, drop off items at the Family Center before Friday, July 6 or call 261-4644 for information.  No clothes please.  Come help support our youth.

Sunday, July 8 • Watermelon Festival • 5 to 7 p.m.

First Baptist Church, Central, 9676 Sullivan Rd., will host a Watermelon Festival at the church.  There will be games, free watermelon, and snacks.  Everyone is invited to come and enjoy the fun, fellowship, and food.

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.

Tuesday, July 17 • Lunch and Learn • 12 noon to 1 p.m.

Selective Hearing is hosting a free Lunch and Learn at Lane Regional Medical Center.  Join licensed audiologist Dr. J.J. Martinez for an educational seminar on tinnitus, ringing in your ears, and a revolutionary device to help you find relief.  Space is limited and reservations are required.  Reserve your seat today!  Call 243-6129.

Tuesday, July 17 • Crocheting with Plarn • 2 p.m.

If you know how to crochet, but want to do something different, join us at the Zachary Library, 1900 Church St., to learn how to make and crochet with “plarn!”  You’ll learn how to make the plarn out of ordinary plastic grocery bags, and learn how to crochet them into a fun bag for summer or a cool candy dish!  Registration is required.  Call 231-3770.

Monday, July 23 • No-Sew Bandana Bags • 2:30 p.m.

Don’t know how to sew but would like to have an awesomely cool bag to carry this summer?  Come to the Greenwell Springs Library, 11300 Greenwell Springs, to make a bag with bandanas that have the coolest designs, including multi-colored bandanas with owls and bandanas with peace signs.