Bingo, gumbo and giving back: Three Avoyelles fundraisers to mark on your calendar

Avoyelles residents can support local organizations at an Open Hands fundraiser in Bordelonville and two bingo nights in Bunkie this November.

Open Hands fundraiser: Nov. 7 in Bordelonville

Open Hands Sharing God’s Love, a Christian nonprofit dedicated to helping Avoyelles Parish residents facing hardships beyond their control, will hold its annual fundraiser Saturday, Nov. 7, at the Bordelonville Fire Department.

The event will take place from 9:30 a.m. until noon at 4465 Hwy. 451 in Bordelonville, with a live auction beginning at 10 a.m.

The family-friendly fundraiser will feature hamburgers and fries, fried fish, homemade cakes, live and silent auctions, a rummage sale table, children's activities and face painting.

The organization works to provide assistance to individuals and families throughout Avoyelles Parish who are experiencing difficult circumstances. The annual event is its only fundraiser of the year, making community participation and support especially important to its mission.

Organizers encourage residents to bring their families, enjoy a morning of food and activities, and help support the nonprofit's continued efforts to serve neighbors in need.

For more information about Open Hands Sharing God's Love or the upcoming fundraiser, call 318-729-3951 or visit openhandsla.org.

St. Anthony School Bingo and Gumbo Night: Nov. 13

St. Anthony School in Bunkie will host its Bingo and Gumbo Night on Friday, Nov. 13, with doors opening at 5:30 p.m.

The event will be held at the school, 116 S. Knoll Ave. Bingo cards are $10 each, and cash prizes will be awarded. A blackout jackpot is planned at the end of the night.

Gumbo, beer, snacks and other refreshments will be available. Outside food and drinks are not permitted.

Organizers are also accepting donations for the event. Anyone interested in donating may contact Jessica Earles at 318-481-3288.

Bunkie High Beta Club Bingo Night: Nov. 14

The Bunkie High School Beta Club will host its Bingo Night Saturday, Nov. 14, at the Bunkie High School gym. Doors will open at 5 p.m., with bingo beginning at 6 p.m.

Bunkie High School is located at 435 Evergreen St. in Bunkie. For more information, call 318-346-6216.

From the November 4, 2026, edition of The Avoyelles Journal.