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Lafayette Travel November Update

Ben Berthelot, President & CEO Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission, gives us an idea of what to expect with tourism this month. ...Read more

Ben Berthelot, President & CEO Lafayette Convention and Visitors Commission, gives us an idea of what to expect with tourism this month.

 
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Northeast Regional Library Survey

There has been a lot of momentum towards building the Northeast Regional Library and we’re asking the community to let us know what they’d love to see in the new library. So, ...Read more

There has been a lot of momentum towards building the Northeast Regional Library and we're asking the community to let us know what they'd love to see in the new library. So, we've created a community survey to ask the public for their feedback.  Pick up a printed copy at any library location or take the online survey (https://lafayettepubliclibrary.libwizard.com/f/nerl1). The survey will end on November 30, 2024.

 
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Giant Omelette Festival

40th Annual GIANT OMELETTE CELEBRATION NOVEMBER 2 & 3, 2024! The cooking of the 5,000 + Giant Omelette is on Sunday afternoon only. Schedule of events ...Read more

40th Annual GIANT OMELETTE CELEBRATION NOVEMBER 2 & 3, 2024! The cooking of the 5,000 + Giant Omelette is on Sunday afternoon only.

Schedule of events

 
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Toys for Tots 2024

For over 75 years, the United States Marine Corps Reserves Toys For Tots Foundation has been working to fulfill its annual mission to bring the Joy of Christmas to economically disadvantaged ...Read more

For over 75 years, the United States Marine Corps Reserves Toys For Tots Foundation has been working to fulfill its annual mission to bring the Joy of Christmas to economically disadvantaged children. Last year, we were able to distribute 2,833 toys to 1,605 children in St Landry, Acadia, and Evangeline Parishes alone- excluding Lafayette, St Martin, Iberia, and Vermillion Parishes. I want to stress to potential donors that they are helping give children more than just a toy, and they are giving a child the gift of inclusion. We are trying to build off the foundation laid by last year's campaign in the Tri-Parish area, as we are picking up more schools and towns that were previously underserved, due to deadlines and lack of public awareness. As rural Acadiana has become aware of the attention they are receiving now, the need has grown. We are hopeful that by continuing to disseminate information about our program we will ensure less children go without on Christmas morning.

We still need donations of new, unopened toys that can be dropped off at the sites listed in the link below, but are also open to monetary donations that can allow us to "shop" for toys locally and through wholesale distributors, allowing us to address shortages in certain age/gender groups.

Any business or organization can register to be an officially recognized drop-off site at the following link:

This year, due to the lack of volunteer personnel and logistical challenges faced last year, we will be unable to display online applications for families to request toys, but we will have paper applications available at several agencies working with us at the following locations listed at:

Additionally, we will start doing weekly local sponsor highlights on our Facebook page at:

For more information regarding the Lafayette territory, please visit:

 
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October Early Head Start Awareness Month

Annette Victor, Assistant Early Head Start Director, explained the importance of a child’s educational foundation. October is Early Head Start Awareness Month at the United Way of ...Read more

Annette Victor, Assistant Early Head Start Director, explained the importance of a child's educational foundation. October is Early Head Start Awareness Month at the United Way of Acadiana. 

 
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Step Aerobics & Body Sculpting

STEP AEROBICS & BODY SCULPTING Where: Comeaux Recreational Center                411 Bluebird Drive, Lafayette, La 70508 When:   Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 5:45 – 6:30 ...Read more

STEP AEROBICS & BODY SCULPTING

Where: Comeaux Recreational Center

               411 Bluebird Drive, Lafayette, La 70508

When:   Monday, Wednesday & Thursday 5:45 – 6:30 PM

               Schedule today for a FREE class!! Bring a Friend!!

Who:      Kim Warren/Instructor 337-371-6832

 
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Boo Bayou

Boo Bayou is back! Join us at Vermilionville for a fun fall festival for the family!There will be plenty to keep your squad busy including old-time games, face painting, and more! We`ll have a ...Read more

Boo Bayou is back! Join us at Vermilionville for a fun fall festival for the family!
There will be plenty to keep your squad busy including old-time games, face painting, and more! We`ll have a coloring station and trick-or-treating throughout our historic village.
We'll also be showing some great kid-friendly spooooky films in our Performance Center, where you can pick up a fresh bag of popcorn.
In our cooking school, kids can grab bags to decorate their own Halloween treats!
In the restaurant, we`ve got a spook-tacular menu lined up to match the spirit of the day. And of course, kids and adults alike are welcome to transform themselves into whomever they would like to be for the event. Make memories with your family and enjoy great photo opportunities at our Fall Photo Station (costumes are encouraged, not mandatory...but there might be an extra piece of candy in it for you!)
Admission is $5 for ages 2 and older. You do not want to miss one of the most exciting events of the year! For more information, please call 337-233-4077.

 
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Making Spirits Bright

It is time to Make Spirits Bright at LARC’s Acadian Village. Get a sneak peek at all the beautiful lights, sample coctails, music and enjoy a great meal by Chef Bonnie Breaux all while ...Read more

It is time to Make Spirits Bright at LARC's Acadian Village. Get a sneak peek at all the beautiful lights, sample coctails, music and enjoy a great meal by Chef Bonnie Breaux all while supporting LARC's mission. November 21st from 6:30-10 p.m.

 
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BBB Torch Awards

The Torch Awards recognizes businesses of all sizes that demonstrate the four C’s: the Character of the organization’s leadership; if and how authentic Culture is being fostered; the ...Read more

The Torch Awards recognizes businesses of all sizes that demonstrate the four C's: the Character of the organization's leadership; if and how authentic Culture is being fostered; the company's transparent relationship with its customers and the impact the organization is making in the local Community.

October 17, 2024

6 p.m.

Le Pavillon at Parc Lafayette

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Smart 911

Craig Stansbury discusses Smart911. This ap will allow residents in Lafayette Parish to securely share household details, medical information, and more with first responders when calling during an ...Read more

Craig Stansbury discusses Smart911.

This ap will allow residents in Lafayette Parish to securely share household details, medical information, and more with first responders when calling during an emergency.