The Voice of West Feliciana Parish

What's going on?

We have some bits and pieces of "what's going on" and we think its pretty important!

We see progress on Highway 61! From Thompson Creek Bridge to Star Hill, Denton James is pouring concrete! It's not finished so don't get too excited but we see progress! Don't forget the other side still has to be done but it is finally coming together.

We would like to send our warmest "Congratulations" to Ellen Kennon. Ellen was one of 3 Best Color Consultants that were interviewed by House Beautiful magazine- September issue. Pick up a copy of the magazine and see what the 'experts' say!

Last but not least- here is the update on the Chamber of Commerce Scholarship Recipients and the colleges they have enrolled in-

Cody Brumfield- LA Tech
Chrystal Lachney- Nicholls State
Jakob Martin- LSU
Kayla Odom- LSU
Sarah Pate- Rhodes College, Memphis TN
Mallory Richard- LSU
Thomas Willis- Southern University

The Chamber wishes these and all students continuing their education the best of luck!

School is getting ready to start and we remind those traveling on the roads to please watch for students and buses and school zones!

"pARTy in the Ville" Final Class

The final class date is August 6, 2009 and the guest artist is Donna Kilbourne. The price per session is $35 per person, which includes all art supplies and appetizers. You bring your own beverage of choice.

The session will begin at 7pm at Sage Hill Gifts on Commerce Street in St. Francisville, she will be open for late night shopping on this date also.

Seating is limited and reservations are required. Please make a reservation by email to partyintheville@gmail.com or call 225-635-6596 or 225-721-1331.

White Linen Night

Mark your calendars now for White Linen Night in St. Francisville! On Saturday, August 22rd beginning at 5pm, another spectacular annual event that everyone raved about is returning!

White Linen Night will "showcase a sampling of just about everything in St. Francisville". From gourmet cuisine, antiques, artists, craftspersons, demonstrations, exhibitsd, shopping and especially live music will fill the evening with that 'southern charm' that only St. Francisville has with trolley transportation.

Visit www.stfrancisvillefestivals.com for more information and SAVE THE DATE!

Job Fair Scheduled
The Baton Rouge Career Solutions Center is having a veterans and general public "Job Fair" on Thursday, September 3, 2009. It will be held at the Baton Rouge Crowne Plaza Hotel (formerly the Holiday Inn Executive Center) at 4728 Constitution Ave in Baton Rouge from 9AM until 1PM.

From 9AM until 11AM is reserved for veterans and from 11AM until 1PM for the general public. For further information, please contact Bob Hartman at 225-922-1320 or email at rhartman@lwc.la.gov

Farmer's Market Still Open

Just a reminder that the "Farmer's Market" is still open on Thursdays from noon until 5Pm. There are not as many farmers but the gardens that are still producing are still selling! Go by tomorrow and support our local farmers!!

Feliciana Chapter of Osher Lifelong Learning Meeting

Osher Lifelong Learning Meeting

The Feliciana Chapter of Osher Lifelong Learning at LSU will hold their 2009 Annual Meeting and Reception on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at the First Baptist Church in St. Francisville from 10AM until Noon.

The guest speaker will be David Floyd. His topic will be Feliciana Landscapes and Gardens.

What is OLLI? Their mission is to foster accessible lifelong learning and individual growth for mature learners ages 50 and over.

For more information on the event or the organization, please contact Jane Dietrich at 225-634-3560.

State Licensing Available

State licensing for those selling tobacco products or selling or serving alcohol can now attend classes in St. Francisville each month.

The cost for the classes are $35 per person. You must present a valid ID. The classes will be held at 5681 Commerce Street in St. Francisville on the second Wednesday of the month beginning August 12, 2009.

For more information, please call Mr. Joey McNabb at 985-517-1755.

Calling All New Folks!

Relocation Packets Available

If you know of anyone who is moving to St. Francisville, they can call the Chamber office at 635-6717 and request a re-location packet. Information about the parish and parish facilities along with phone numbers they will need and some brochures from Chamber businesses and maps of the town and parish are enclosed in the packets.

Contact Information
Linda Osterberger; Executive Secretary
phone: 635-6717