fgazette.com Community news site for Union Parish Louisiana
Calendar of Events
M Mon
T Tue
W Wed
T Thu
F Fri
S Sat
S Sun
2 events,
Thomas Nursery – Renovation Reveal
Thomas Nursery – Renovation Reveal
Jason & Paula Thomas, owners of Thomas Nursery, 9695 Hwy 15, Farmerville, LA will be conducting their Renovation Reveal, Ribbon Cutting and Open House from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm on June 30 2023. Paula Thomas says "Come join us Friday, June 30th from 11AM-3PM for our renovation reveal! We will have food, refreshments with …
1 event,
Fireworks Over Lake D’Arbonne
Fireworks Over Lake D’Arbonne
Ready for a night to remember? The Union Parish Chamber of Commerce is gearing up for our annual fireworks display over Lake D'arbonne, with Ludwig Marine stepping in as our title sponsor in addition to our Golden and Silver Sponsors! Set the date - July 1st. When the clock strikes 9 PM, the sky will …
1 event,
2 events,
Don’t forget It’s a Girl Thing, Making Proud Choices
Don’t forget It’s a Girl Thing, Making Proud Choices
Don't forget It's a Girl Thing, Making Proud Choices monthly meeting today at 5pm at the Union Museum of History and Art. 211 N Main Street, Farmerville. No se olviden …
2 events,
Farmerville Town Council Meets
Farmerville Town Council Meets
The Town Council of Farmerville holds its monthly meeting in the Old Town Hall building at 407 S Main St, in Farmerville. See the meeting agenda here.
UPSB Monthly Meeting
UPSB Monthly Meeting
The Union Parish School Board holds its monthly meeting at the School Board office at 1206 Marion Hwy, in Farmerville. See the meeting agenda here.
4 events,
Bernice Town Council Meeting
Bernice Town Council Meeting
The Bernice Town Council holds its monthly meeting at 403 4th Street in Bernice. See the agenda here.
Youth Sketching Class
Youth Sketching Class
A sketching class for youth ages 12-18 will be taught by award-winning local artist David Taylor. Call the museum at 318.982.8020 or email unionmuseum@gmail.com to sign up for the class.
Lake Commission SPECIAL MEETING
Lake Commission SPECIAL MEETING
A Special Meeting has been called by the Bayou D'Arbonne Lake Watershed District Board of Commissioners - aka the D'Arbonne Lake Commission - for Tuesday, July 11, at 6:30 pm in the Courthouse Annex in Farmerville. View the meeting agenda here.
1 event,
DART CCRT meets in Bernice
DART CCRT meets in Bernice
Union Parish's Domestic Abuse Resistance Team, D.A.R.T., will hold its monthly Coordinated Community Response Team (CCRT) meeting Wednesday in the Bernice Town Hall. Call Jackie Hall, DART Advocate, at 318-368-6191 for more information.
1 event,
Youth Sketching Class
Youth Sketching Class
A sketching class for youth ages 12-18 will be taught by award-winning local artist David Taylor. Call the museum at 318.982.8020 or visit unionmuseum@gmail.com to sign up for the class.
1 event,
DART CCRT meets in Marion
DART CCRT meets in Marion
Union Parish's Domestic Abuse Resistance Team, D.A.R.T., will hold its monthly Coordinated Community Response Team (CCRT) meeting Wednesday in the Marion Fire Station. Call Jackie Hall, DART Advocate, at 318-368-6191 for more information.
2 events,
ACT registration deadline is Aug. 4
ACT registration deadline is Aug. 4
Those wishing to take the ACT on Sept. 9 must register by Aug. 4 to avoid a $36 late registration fee and to ensure they receive a copy of their test answers after the taking the test. Visit act.org for complete list of test dates, deadlines and fees for the coming school year.
DART CCRT meets in Farmerville
DART CCRT meets in Farmerville
Union Parish’s Domestic Abuse Resistance Team, D.A.R.T., will hold its monthly Coordinated Community Response Team (CCRT) meeting Thursday, July 20, at the Farmerville Recreation Center. Call Jackie Hall, DART Advocate, at 318-368-6191 for more information.
4 events,
Window Decorating Contest
The 60th Annual Louisiana Watermelon Festival Window Decorating Contest will be judged Friday, July 21, 2023. Those wishing to compete should contact the Jaycee Hall to register prior to July 21.
UP Community Outreach team meeting
UP Community Outreach team meeting
The UP Community Outreach team will hold its monthly meeting July 21 at the Old Town Hall in Farmerville. Contact Jiame Brown by email at JBrown@childr558.onmicrosoft.com or by phone at 318-278-5541 for more information.
Watermelon Festival Pageants Deadline
Watermelon Festival Pageants Deadline
The deadline to enter all Louisiana Watermelon Festival pageants is 5 pm, July 21. The Baby, Tiny, Little, Petite and Junior Miss pageants will be held Thursday, July 27th at 6 pm and the Teen and Miss pageants will be held Sunday, July 29th at 7 pm. Applications must be completed online at http://www.louisianawatermelonfestival.org/pageant.html
Watermelon Festival Photo Contest Deadline
Watermelon Festival Photo Contest Deadline
July 21 is the last day to enter the 60th Annual Watermelon Festival Photo Contest. - Contest open to photos of children 0-4 years-old, twins and pets. - 8x10 photo unframed photos must be dropped off Jaycee Hall by 5 p.m. July 21 deadline - $10 to enter - Applications can be found at www.louisianawatermelonfestival.org
2 events,
UCA Work Day
UCA Work Day
Union Christian Academy parents, staff, and students are asked to help UCA prepare for the coming school year by participating in the UCA Work Day July 22. Volunteers should sign up using this Google form so we know who is coming and can better plan the day: https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSdydsG7W1Ymjg.../viewform Lunch will be provided. Volunteers are needed …
Telling His Story: POW #1000
Telling His Story: POW #1000
Author Janis Pardue Hill, daughter of WWII death camp survivor and Union Parish native J.C. Pardue, will share her father’s story in a special presentation on Saturday, July 22, in the Union Museum of History and Art. Dr. Hill compiled Pardue’s memoirs into a compelling book, "Telling His Story: POW #1000", published in December. The …
1 event,
60th Annual Louisiana Watermelon Festival
The 60th Annual Louisiana Watermelon Festival runs July 27-29. The festival is organized by the Farmerville Jaycees. See the festival's full schedule of events below.
2 events,
International Tasting Tour Sponsorship Deadline
July 31 is the deadline to become a sponsor for the Union Museum of History and Art's annual International Tasting Tour, scheduled for Sept. 21. Those interested in sponsoring or participating in the event should email unionmuseum@gmail.com, cwade@uniongen.org or call the museum at 318-982-8020.
Run for the Diamonds entry deadline
Run for the Diamonds entry deadline
July 31 is the deadline for the D'Arbonne Ranger Riders' Run for the Diamonds Shootout entries to be paid in full. Mailed entries must be postmarked by Aug. 7 for the early draw, although the deadline for online entries in Aug. 27 for the early draw. See the attached flyer or call/text 318-243-5726 for more …