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Torch Awards for Ethics Finalists

Better Business Bureau Serving Acadiana recognizes businesses that are committed to exceptional ethical standards for business practices and is proud to announce the 2024 finalists for its Torch ...Read more

Better Business Bureau Serving Acadiana recognizes businesses that are committed to exceptional ethical standards for business practices and is proud to announce the 2024 finalists for its Torch Awards for Ethics.

The annual Torch Awards for Ethics bring attention to the practices that these businesses employ to become deeply rooted and valuable business leaders among customers and our community.

In celebrating these businesses and community servants that maintain high standards, the winners of each of the four (4) esteemed awards will be presented during the BBB Torch Awards for Ethics Program at 6:00p on October 17, 2024 at Le Pavillon in Parc Lafayette.  The event is open to the publictickets are $75 and include event entry, a vast buffet, open cocktail bar, and entertainment. They can be purchased at bbb.org/acadiana.

 
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Tinsel & Treasures This Week

2024 Tinsel & Treasures Holiday Market September 26-28, 2024 CAJUNDOME Convention Center. >>>EVENT TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW!<<< ...Read more

2024 Tinsel & Treasures Holiday Market

September 26-28, 2024

CAJUNDOME Convention Center.

>>>EVENT TICKETS AVAILABLE NOW!<<<

 
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“Roaring 20’s: An American in Paris Maureen’s Dream Fund Soirée”

Dress in your 1920’s best and join us for “Roaring 20’s:  An American in Paris Maureen’s Dream Fund Soirée” to raise funds for Maureen’s Dream Fund.  The Soirée will be held on ...Read more

Dress in your 1920’s best and join us for “Roaring 20’s:  An American in Paris Maureen’s Dream Fund Soirée” to raise funds for Maureen’s Dream Fund.  The Soirée will be held on Thursday, September 26, at The John Nickerson House at 310 N. Sterling Street from 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Tickets are $75 per person, and 1920’s costumes are encouraged.  Music will be provided by the Dave Mouton Experience, there will be delicious food and a silent auction.  If you can’t attend, but want to donate, please do so at www.citedesarts.org  Please purchase your tickets for the soirée at:

https://www.citedesarts.org/events/roaring-20s-an-american-in-paris-maureens-dream-fund-soiree

 
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232-HELP’s Diamond Gala & Storm Resources

Wondering what to wear to our Diamond Gala on October 9th, think of timeless Hollywood – gilded glamour and silver screen dreams. This red carpet event is helping to support one of ...Read more

Wondering what to wear to our Diamond Gala on October 9th, think of timeless Hollywood - gilded glamour and silver screen dreams. This red carpet event is helping to support one of Acadiana's original nonprofits and you can be there to share in the celebration!

 

 

 
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Cooking for a Cause Anything Over Rice Cookoff

Join us for a day of cooking, fun, and a great community cause!!!We’ll have live music by Jamie Bergeron and the Kickin’ Cajuns & Matt Castille, local vendors, kids’ ...Read more

Join us for a day of cooking, fun, and a great community cause!!!
We'll have live music by Jamie Bergeron and the Kickin' Cajuns & Matt Castille, local vendors, kids' activities and plenty of delicious food. All proceeds will go towards supporting LARC.

 
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United in Health Breakfast

United in Health Breakfast October 16, 2024 | Le Pavillon at Parc Lafayette | 7:30 – 9:00 am United Way of Acadiana’s United in Health Breakfast is an important opportunity for our ...Read more

United in Health Breakfast

October 16, 2024 | Le Pavillon at Parc Lafayette | 7:30 – 9:00 am

United Way of Acadiana’s United in Health Breakfast is an important opportunity for our community to come together in recognition of the need for broad participation to improve public health outcomes and build a healthier Acadiana for all. 

Registration

 
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Bayou Vermilion Festival & Boat Parade

Let the good times flow during the Bayou Vermilion Boat Parade, Saturday, September 28. This annual celebration of the Bayou Vermilion begins at Vermilionville and continues downriver for about ten ...Read more

Let the good times flow during the Bayou Vermilion Boat Parade, Saturday, September 28. This annual celebration of the Bayou Vermilion begins at Vermilionville and continues downriver for about ten miles to Southside Park!

This year’s parade sets sail at 11:30 a.m. from Vermilionville with a celebratory toast by this year’s Grand Marshal, Jenee Dansdil, President of the Bayou Vermilion Preservation Association! The parade, serenaded by the New Natives Brass Band, proceeds 10.6 miles downriver to BVD’s Southside Park. If you prefer a shorter journey, you can join the parade beginning at Camellia Boulevard canoe and kayak launch and end at Southside Park, which is 5.0 miles. At the end of the

parade at Southside Park, the party begins! There’ll be food and beverages, beer from the Vermilionville Brewhouse, games and live music by Ask for Ashley. There will also be contests with prizes awarded for Best Costume, Best Decorated Vessel, and Best Decorated House.

Event schedule and registration information as well as vessel rental information can be found on our Facebook pages or on our website, BayouVermilionDistrict.org.

 
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2nd Annual Victory for Veterans Anything Over Rice Cook-off

The Table Salt Foundation will be coordinating The Victory Cook-off on October 19, 2024 at Cajun Harley Davidson from 10am-2pm and we promise it will be delicious! The Table Salt Foundation also ...Read more

The Table Salt Foundation will be coordinating The Victory Cook-off on October 19, 2024 at Cajun Harley Davidson from 10am-2pm and we promise it will be delicious!

The Table Salt Foundation also offers scholarships to Veterans and other vulnerable groups to get the help that they need in counseling or coaching, to attend Growth Challenge intensives and TKT's Life Coaching Program.

You are invited to pull up your chair at our Table!

 
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Foster the Love Louisiana Chili & Cornhole Competition

Join Foster the Love at Girard Park for a day full of talent and skill at our Chili Cook-Off & Cornhole Competition.  Louisiana loves a good time, and you are sure to have just that while ...Read more

Join Foster the Love at Girard Park for a day full of talent and skill at our Chili Cook-Off & Cornhole Competition.  Louisiana loves a good time, and you are sure to have just that while hanging out with family and friends, listening to good music, watching some intense competition, and filling your belly with some of the top chili around.  All proceeds from

this family friendly event provides resources for children in the Acadiana area foster care system.

 
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20th Acadiana DSAA Buddy Walk

2024 Buddy Walk® Registration is OPEN!!Register now: www.DSAABuddyWalk.comRegistration is $20.00 per person to walk and includes a t-shirt and access to all the food, fun and ...Read more

2024 Buddy Walk® Registration is OPEN!!
Register now: www.DSAABuddyWalk.com
Registration is $20.00 per person to walk and includes a t-shirt and access to all the food, fun and entertainment!
Pre-registration is open until noon October 16 , 2024.