And the winners are ........
The New Iberia Decorated Community announced the winners of the 2023 Best Christmas Decorations contest this week. We've got the map updated with all of this year's entries and the contest winners. Load the family up in the car, crank up the Christmas music, and take a drive to tour the holiday sights this season!
December holds more holidays than just Christmas. The Winter Solstice or Yule is celebrated today, December 21st, marking the shortest day and longest night and the official start of winter. Holidays like Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year's Eve are also celebrated this month. We have a great way to introduce your kids to the holiday of Kwanzaa with 5 Crafts To Celebrate Kwanzaa With Kids in our newsletter this week.
With the holidays officially here, the treats and goodies are in full swing at holiday parties. If you are looking for a low sugar option for your holiday table this year, try our Homemade Cranberry Sauce: Less Sugar, More Flavor recipe this week. Cranberry sauce is always one of my families favorites!
The kids are starting Christmas break and that may leave some parents scrambling for things to do. You can always check out our event calendar for local activities and events. We have plenty of craft ideas as well on our website! But if you are looking for more parenting tips on how to make the most of the holiday break, check out 8 Ways to Keep Kids Busy During Winter Break
And since it's almost time for the big guy in the red suit to make his appearance, make sure to get your personalized Santa letters before it's to late!
Now, here are our top recommendations for your family this week:
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1. Christmas Karaoke @ Chick-fil-A - New Iberia
Friday, December 22, 2023
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Bring the family for some local Christmas fun at Chick-fil-A in New Iberia for Karaoke night!
2. Free Pictures with Santa - Patterson
Friday, December 22, 2023
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Get in on the holiday fun with the Cocoa Christmas Family event for free Santa pictures, hot chocolate, snacks, a train ride and more.
3. The Spirit of Christmas Holiday Market at The Grub Lot - Erath
Saturday, December 23, 2023
10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Celebrate the holiday season at The Grub Lot in Erath. Shop with local vendors, enjoy live music, food trucks, games & face painting for the kids and more. There will also be a visit from Mr. and Mrs. Claus!
4. Christmas on the Lake Cajun Style - Lake End Park - Morgan City
Saturday, December 23, 2023
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Celebrate the holidays Cajun style at this free, family event this December! Christmas on the Lake Cajun Style is a Christmas bonfire event where families can enjoy viewing three preconstructed bonfires on the breakwater peninsula. Make sure to bring your chairs and blankets, snacks, and hot cocoa and light the way for Santa's sleigh in Cajun country.
5. Teen Cooking Charcuterie Board - St. Peter Branch - Iberia Parish Library
Wednesday, December 27, 2023
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Teens are invited to join Ms. Mandy from LSU Ag to make their own charcuterie boards. Must register for this event in advance.
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