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Friends and family of the late Hannah “Didi” Cassidy gathered at the Zigler Art Museum in Jennings to honor her legacy and lifelong commitment to the arts. With her four children present, ZAM Board President Celia Joe Black dedicated the painting, “In the Highlands” to Didi. The painting, by MacNeil MacLeay, was created in 1845. “It is just a joy to have so many people here tonight to honor Mrs. Hannah ‘Didi’ Cassidy,” she said. “Everyone here, of course, knew her and loved her.” The president spoke about Didi’s willingness to immerse herself in the community. “Mrs. Didi was involved in so many organizations in our parish and our city,” she said. “Every single one of them was blessed to have her as a part of their organization, but we have been blessed for decades. This lady was a dear friend and a wonderful supporter.”

The children at Legacy Christian Academy experienced real Cajun culture during Louisiana Heritage Day. Throughout the week, they learned many different facts about Louisiana. They put their knowledge to good use on Heritage Day, and participated in various Cajun traditions. Students enjoyed passing around the alligator head and listening to music played by LCA students.

The Genealogical Society of Jennings is inviting the public to a free event from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 10 at First Baptist Church of Jennings Family Life Center, located at 1001 North Cary Ave. in Jennings.

WELSH — Mayor Karl Arceneaux recently announced the project to create a community splash pad is on schedule and work crews are making good progress.

Jaxon Cormier, 1, was the center of attention at Jeff Davis Parish Library during Bring Your Child to the Library Day. He enjoyed playing with the magna-tiles along with the other children. His eyes lit up when it came time for his favorite part — knocking them down.