BerryPatch Quilt and Art Expo

Saturday, October 3 | 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
154 W. Pine Street, Ponchatoula

Now in its 8th year, the Berry Patch Quilt and Art Expo is drawing thousands of visitors to see the spectacular display of 200 quilts hanging from storefronts and balconies in downtown Ponchatoula. This year’s expo will feature several indoor demos on quilt techniques, a Fat Quarter stroll, a quilt raffle, viewer’s choice awards, and children’s activities. The Community Center (300 N. 5th Street) will feature the Hoffman Challenge exhibit, a Merchants Mall, exhibits and demonstrations. Oral quilt appraisals will be available, so bring your antique quilt. Free parking and handicap accessible. For more information: 225-667-5634, www.berrypatchpreservation.org, or dmmollere@yahoo.com.

Tickets:

Free Admission

Hungarian Harvest Dance

Saturday, October 3 | 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm (doors open at 5:00 pm)
American Legion Hall, Hungarian Settlement

Enjoy the colorful pageantry of the traditional Hungarian Harvest Dance as members of the Livingston Parish community of Hungarian Settlement (Hwy. 43, near Springfield) celebrate their rich heritage. Festivities will begin at
6 pm and will include a wine auction, music from the Poo-Yai Band and dancing until 11 pm. Hungarian style food will be available throughout the evening. For more information, call Helen Kropog at 225-567-3598.

Tickets:

$12 Adult ($10 if purchased in advance)
$5 Children 8 -12
Free for children 7 and under