The Heritage Festival - March 28-30, 2013
Merryville, Louisiana
The last weekend of March the No Man's Land Gang along with other notorious wild west legends will be taking over the town Merryville!! Whether you are looking for some family fun, want to sit and visit with old friends while listening to some great music or you explore the history of Merryville, we are just a two-step away! The Merryville Historical Society and Museum sponsors our annual Heritage Festival as a celebration of the unique heritage of the “No Man’s Land” and America with skits, entertainment, demonstrations and attractions reminiscent of the 1800's and early 1900's. We have approximately 3,000 visitors each year. We are a family oriented festival that welcomes you and your family! For more information you can call 337-396-3467 or 337-401-9015.
Free admission to all active uniformed military! We appreciate all our U.S. Military Men and Women, past and present, for their sacrifices, dedication, and service to our country!! Thank you!!
Free admission to all active uniformed military! We appreciate all our U.S. Military Men and Women, past and present, for their sacrifices, dedication, and service to our country!! Thank you!!
Thursday, March 28th - 5:00 pm until 10:00 pm
Admission is Free
Friday, March 29th - 9:00 am until 11:00 pm
5 & Under - Free 6-12 years $2.00 Over 12 years $4.00
The Parade will be Saturday at 10:00 a.m in Downtown Merryville
Saturday, March 30th - 10:00 am until 11:00 pm
5 & Under - Free 6-12 years $3.00 Over 12 years $6.00
Admission is Free
Friday, March 29th - 9:00 am until 11:00 pm
5 & Under - Free 6-12 years $2.00 Over 12 years $4.00
The Parade will be Saturday at 10:00 a.m in Downtown Merryville
Saturday, March 30th - 10:00 am until 11:00 pm
5 & Under - Free 6-12 years $3.00 Over 12 years $6.00
Bernie Alan Band
Saturday - March 30th _ 9:00 pm
Bernie Alan was born in Lake Charles, LA, a crossroads for zydeco, blues, swamp pop and country music. "I grew up listening to all types of music - Cajun, Zydeco, country, reggae, R&B and southern rock. I try to put a little bit of the best of all this musis into the songs I write." This mixture gives Bernie a special ability to identify and connect with his audience. Bernie has played in Branson, Missouri at the Cedric Benoit Mardi Gras Festival, the Gumbo Festival in Ville Platte, the Jim Bowie Festival in Vidalia, the Pecan Festival and Mudfest in Colfax, and the Rice Festival in Katy, Texas with Wayne Toups and Zydecajan. Bernie is a frequent headliner at Coushatta Casino Resort in Kinder, Delta Downs Racetrack in Vinton, and numerous clubs throughout Louisiana and Texas. In April 2007, Bernie released his first alubum as a solo artist. The album "As I Ride" features all orginial songs written by Bernie Alan, Danny White, Burton Gaar and George Hollinshead, all established songwriters with credits on County, Blues, Cajun and Zydeco albums. For more information on Bernie you can visit his facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/berniealanband.
Saturday - March 30th _ 9:00 pm
Bernie Alan was born in Lake Charles, LA, a crossroads for zydeco, blues, swamp pop and country music. "I grew up listening to all types of music - Cajun, Zydeco, country, reggae, R&B and southern rock. I try to put a little bit of the best of all this musis into the songs I write." This mixture gives Bernie a special ability to identify and connect with his audience. Bernie has played in Branson, Missouri at the Cedric Benoit Mardi Gras Festival, the Gumbo Festival in Ville Platte, the Jim Bowie Festival in Vidalia, the Pecan Festival and Mudfest in Colfax, and the Rice Festival in Katy, Texas with Wayne Toups and Zydecajan. Bernie is a frequent headliner at Coushatta Casino Resort in Kinder, Delta Downs Racetrack in Vinton, and numerous clubs throughout Louisiana and Texas. In April 2007, Bernie released his first alubum as a solo artist. The album "As I Ride" features all orginial songs written by Bernie Alan, Danny White, Burton Gaar and George Hollinshead, all established songwriters with credits on County, Blues, Cajun and Zydeco albums. For more information on Bernie you can visit his facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/#!/berniealanband.
Friday - March 29th at 9:00 pm
Come out Friday night and listen to Zydecane! Timmy Dugas and Giles Sonnier are the vocal with Timmy on the drums and Giles on guitar. Alistair White thumps on the bass, Garrett Judice is a treat to watch on accrdion, as well as Zack Faulk on saxaphone along with Ivy Dugas. This band brings the party and you wont sit down all night!
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Bayou Boogie - Saturday - 6:30 pm
Bayou Boogie is a Shreveport (LA.) based variety band specializing in a wide variety of great music, including authentic Zydeco and Cajun music. From great classic Rock, Blues, Soul, and Country tunes to Swamp Rock/Pop and Louisiana Zydeco/Cajun, Bayou Boogie is the premier 4 piece band in the entire Ark-La-Tex area. Formed in mid-2011, the band is made up of former 'Red River Playboys' bandmembers Pat Mason and Gary Paul Bertrand who added long time friend Jim Cross on drums and Bassist Ben Abshire. Jesse Carmichael - 1863
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Louisiana Kids, Inc.
The Louisiana Kids will be permorning all day on Saturday, March 30! Louisiana Kids, Inc. is a non-profit volunteer organization showcasing the God given talents of Children in the Performing Art's from three years of age to senior in High School. The group of talented entertainers have performed many venues across the country including cruise ships and theaters in Branson, MO. They have been seen on Talented Kids Across America on the Maury Povich Show as well as performed in many nursing homes and senior living centers across the great state of Louisiana. From black tie events to state fairs and festivals, Louisiana Kids makes the heart-to-heart connection with families of all ages. Their program is designed to build self esteem and character in children while using the performing arts as our vehicle in a drug free family environment. The entire organization is composed of unselfish volunteers who share the same passion, focus and vision for these exceptional entertainers. No one receives a salary for their time and effors assisting with the Louisiana Kids, Inc. For more information on Louisiana Kids, Inc., please visit their website at http://www.louisianakids.us/index.html
Evans High School 4-H Woodsmen Skills Team
The Evans High School 4-H Woodsman Skills team has demonstrations scheduled for the Merryville Heritage Festival in cross-cut sawing and log rolling! Individual event demonstrations will be bow sawing, pulpwood throwing, and match splitting. The EHS 4-H team will use safety equipment, saw chaps and gloves, as required for youth sawing events. Not only does this event teach our teens about the old time forestry skills, it also enables youth to learn about the many careers involved in Forestry as many from the industry help train or sponsor the teams. Many from the industry also sponsor our state teams and judge the parish event. Evans High School 4-H Club was awarded the Vernon Parish 4-H Championship Trophy at the West Louisiana Forestry Festival in Leesville on October 2, 2012. Evans 4-H Sponsors: Leanne M. Jeane and Kathy Bass. Assisting EHS sponsors: Stephanie Robison and Preston Broxson. Mr. Keith Hawkins, LSU Ag. Center, will provide forestry information to spectators, on the behalf of our club.
Heritage Festival Parade
The Heritage Festival Parade will be Saturday, March 30th at 10:00 a.m. Our parade will start at the corner of Bryan and Hennigan Street, going east on Hennigan, then turning south on Highway 110 and ending at Merryville High School. Opening Ceremonies for The Heritage Festival will follow the parade. Anyone interested in participating in our parade can contact Beth at 337-825-4804.
Cook Off Contest
When: March 30th
Where: Heritage Festival Grounds
Time: Registration will be 9:00 am - 5:00 pm on Friday, March 29th
Cooking can begin at 9:00 am on Saturday, March 30th
Fees: $40.00 Before March 29th $50.00 on March 30th
Food: Cooks Choice! Must be prepared on site and taste good!
Prizes: Prize Money Based on Number of Entries - 1st Place - 50% 2nd Place -35% 3rd Place - 15%
People’s Choice - 50% of Tickets Sold Best Decorated Spot - Trophy
Where: Heritage Festival Grounds
Time: Registration will be 9:00 am - 5:00 pm on Friday, March 29th
Cooking can begin at 9:00 am on Saturday, March 30th
Fees: $40.00 Before March 29th $50.00 on March 30th
Food: Cooks Choice! Must be prepared on site and taste good!
Prizes: Prize Money Based on Number of Entries - 1st Place - 50% 2nd Place -35% 3rd Place - 15%
People’s Choice - 50% of Tickets Sold Best Decorated Spot - Trophy
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Camo Queen Pageant
March 29-30, 2013 at the Merryville Museum Stage - Registration 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 am Pageant Begins
Cost: $25.00 Entry Fee ~ Due by March 21, 2013 - $20.00 each for 2 or more sibblings
Age Groups: 0 - 1 years Tiny Miss Camo Queen 2 - 4 years Little Miss Camo Queen
5 - 7 years Petite Miss Camo Queen 8 - 10 years Junior Miss Camo Queen
11 - 13 years Miss Camo Queen 14 - 18 years Camo Queen
Attire: One Camo Active Wear and One Dress of Choice
For more information or to apply you can download the application and rules below or call Stephanie at 713-305-7875.
Cost: $25.00 Entry Fee ~ Due by March 21, 2013 - $20.00 each for 2 or more sibblings
Age Groups: 0 - 1 years Tiny Miss Camo Queen 2 - 4 years Little Miss Camo Queen
5 - 7 years Petite Miss Camo Queen 8 - 10 years Junior Miss Camo Queen
11 - 13 years Miss Camo Queen 14 - 18 years Camo Queen
Attire: One Camo Active Wear and One Dress of Choice
For more information or to apply you can download the application and rules below or call Stephanie at 713-305-7875.
| pageant_rules.pdf |
Washer Board Tournament
Saturday, March 30th - 11:30 am
Registration will be all day March 29th inside the museum or call 337-401-9015 to pre-register.
Entry Fee: $20.00 per team.
Prizes will be determined by number of entries:
First Place: 50% Second Place: 35% Third Place: 15%
Registration will be all day March 29th inside the museum or call 337-401-9015 to pre-register.
Entry Fee: $20.00 per team.
Prizes will be determined by number of entries:
First Place: 50% Second Place: 35% Third Place: 15%
| washer_tournament_rules.pdf |
Poster Contest
Students at Merryville High School may participate in a Poster Contest for The Heritage Festival coming up the last weekend in March. There will be no theme. Students should draw their view of our areas rich heritage. The winner of each age group will have their poster displayed inside the museum for a year and will be used as inspiration for future media and publications.
| poster_contest_rules.pdf |
