April, April, where did you go? Yes, folks, we are already entering the last week of April and I know we are all feeling that itch to get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather in New Iberia.
Even though we have had some serious downpours this month, there is still nothing like getting up early on a rainy morning when everyone else is still asleep and enjoying the first cup of coffee. Looks like the forecast for Friday morning will allow many of us to do just that!
We did our bi-weekly crafting segment this week with News 15 and had plenty of giggles behind the scenes. We did three simple Earth Day projects that you can do at home. Check out our post here! Of course, we always do these crafts with the kids in mind, as we want to keep things simple, inexpensive, and easy for all children. To make your own butterflies, grasshoppers, and bird feeders, be sure to get all the detail in our Earth Day Crafts article this week.
We are all about Earth Day this week and know that many of you will be out and about around New Iberia this weekend. But if you want to keep it simple, just get out in nature! Here are 5 Creative Ways to Explore Nature with Your Kids.
April is also recognized as National Autism Awareness Month. Recognizing autism and being able to talk openly about it brings awareness and honestly that is the first step. Although we may not fully understand how to communicate with those on the autism spectrum, we must continue to educate ourselves. This week we have an article we would like to highlight, Tips for Autism Acceptance from a Paraprofessional. She gives great insight into autism acceptance and lists some amazing facts!
Not only do we have a summer camp giveaway happening right now (you have until May 11, 2023, to enter), but we also have a discount for Camp Invention for those who have children that may be interested in a STEM summer camp. I checked on the locations finder and we have several around Louisiana, including Youngsville and Metairie. Check it out!
Now, on to our recommendations for your family fun this week:
| Downtown New Iberia will be busy this weekend! Be sure to come down to Main Street and check out all the New Iberia Spanish Festival has to offer!  Image from New Iberia Spanish Festival 2023 |
1. Everything But Paperbacks Book Sale - Iberia Parish Library
Friday, April 21, 4:00 pm to 7:00pm
Saturday, April 22, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Sunday, April 23, 1:30 pm to 4:00 pm
Be sure to support the Iberia Parish Library and the Friends of the Library at the book sale this weekend at the Main Library! Everything but paperbacks for sale. Sunday all items will be half off.
2. El Festival Español de Nueva Iberia
Friday, April 21 through Sunday, April 23
Downtown New Iberia
Be sure to join in on all the fun this April in downtown New Iberia to celebrate our Spanish heritage! The festival will feature a parade, car show, live music, dancing and arts and crafts, and carnival rides and more. This is truly an event for the entire family and all of Iberia Parish to celebrate!
3. Earth Day at Vermilionville
Saturday, April 22, 2023
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Celebrate this Earth Day at Vermilionville with a festival for all things earth! Plenty to do for the entire family including children's activities, crafts, recycling, a seed exchange with the seed library, live music, and more. Regular park admission fees apply.
4. 6th Annual Lawrence Park Porchfest - Morgan City
Saturday, April 22, 2023
11:00 am - 10:00 pm
Enjoy this one of a kind festival with live performances happening all day from porch to porch! Music starts at 11:00 am.
Food and drinks will be for sale, as well as fun jumps and face painting for the kids.
5. Anything Over Rice Cook-Off and Boat Sale Extravaganza - New Iberia
Saturday, April 22, 2023
Event Opens at 8:00 am
Join in on the fun at Mike's Marine and Storage! Enjoy live music by Jamie Bergeron, kid's entertainment, snowballs, door prizes, and sales on new and used boats. Food sampling and live music will start at 12 Noon.
Looking for more fun in and around New Iberia?
Our event calendar covers family fun events for all families in
New Iberia, Abbeville, Franklin, Morgan City and Breaux Bridge!
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