West Bank Weekend Events: August 1-3, 2008

Friday

Algiers night at Zephyrs Baseball.  OK, so it’s not just Algiers night, it’s also Fireworks Friday and Jefferson Parish night.  But I happen to know a busload of Algierines that are heading over to the stadium to spend a lazy Friday evening cheering on our local boys.  Can you think of a better way to start the weekend?  Visit the Zephyrs website for ticket information.

Saturday

The Jefferson Parish Summer Reading Party will be held Saturday from 2:30 to 6 pm at Skate Country on Terry Parkway in Terrytown.  Admission is free and you can rent skates or bring your own to celebrate the end of the summer.  I wonder who has bragging rights for the most books read?

Algiers Goes Back 2 School  Free school supplies will be given away (while supplies last) to all students accompanied by an adult.  The party includes music, games, drinks and fun activities from noon to 2 pm at the Algiers Regional Library, 3014 Holiday Drive.  The giveaway is hosted by the Algiers Women of Action.

Another school supply giveaway will be held by the Mason Pride of Marrero Lodge 291 and the Eastern Stars Daughters of Marrero 41 on Saturday from 11 am - 2 pm at 1429 Mansfield Avenue in Marrero.  In addition to the generous giveaway of school supplies, there will also be refreshments served.

Sunday

St. Julian Eymard Catholic Church in Algiers will celebrate its final Mass before the closure of the church this Sunday at 10am.  Past and present students, teachers, pastors and priests are invited to attend.  St. Julian parishioners are becoming part of the Holy Name of Mary family in Algiers Point.

Upcoming Events

Wednesdays on the Point continues this week at the Gulf Pizza in Algiers Point from 5:30 to 7 pm.  Free music will be provided by David & Roselyn and food and drinks will be available for purchase.  Come out and support your local West Bank businesses!

Fall Soccer  Have you seen the signs around Algiers?  Fall soccer registration is underway at Plantation Athletic Club (PAC).  For information or to register online, visit www.pacsports.org.

Make it a great West Bank weekend!