What a week this has been! Our winner of the Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood Live: King for a Day was selected for the family 4-pack of tickets. Congrats to our winner Lacie D.! I hope you and your family enjoy the show!
We also moved into some beautiful spring-like weather this week in New Iberia and I am all for it. This is my favorite time of year as I truly enjoy the local festivals, Easter events, and live music that fills our calendar for the next few months. I will be digging in over the next week to get all the details added to our event calendar just for you.
Speaking of local events, our community has some wonderful folks and I love seeing the fundraisers and other community events that are held in New Iberia and the surrounding areas. Remember you can always submit your free or low-cost event directly to our calendar for review. Please share this with others you know!
This week, I am sharing one of my favorite things that our family does during Lent. We started creating a swear jar several years back and it's something I look forward to sharing with my kids. Find out how to make your swear jar this Lent with your family.
Did you know that we have an extra day this month? Leap Day is happening on February 29 and we have all the details about this holiday from one of our Macaroni KID publishers to explain what this day is all about.
I did the crafting segment this week with Alex Worstell on Good Day Acadiana and we brought our favorite fairy tales to life. Find out how you can celebrate National Tell a Fairy Tale Day on February 26 with your kids. This is a great craft to do anytime of year with little learners or younger children who are learning how to read.
We also have a few articles for your favorite foodie this week! (I too am a foodie so I am happy to share these with you.) Check out these easy fish tacos during Lent with your family or if you want a night off in the kitchen, check out the 2024 Fish Fry Friday Guide for the details on which local churches and organizations are offering meals for purchase. It's been updated since the release last week.
We are not only bringing fairy tales to life this week but we are also bringing our favorite books to the table while celebrating Read Across America Day on March 2. Find out how to make simple recipes from Page to Plate: Book-Inspired Eats for Read Across America Day. Your kids will love the creativity of these easy recipes!
Now, on to our recommendations this week:
Our 2024 Fish Fry Guide is out and updated! Take a night off in the kitchen, and support a local church or organization this Lent.  Image via Sonda Stefan | Canva |
1. Cracklin Cooking Demonstration - Palmetto Island State Park
Saturday, February 24, 2024
8:00 am
Join the Latanier Cookers at Palmetto Island State Park in Abbeville for the Cracklin Cooking Demonstration. There will be several demonstrations by local cooks during the day. Enjoy live music and samples during the event. No charge for tasting, but donations are welcomed. Regular park admission fees apply.
2. Party in the Park - Lake End Campground - Morgan City
Saturday, February 24, 2024
12:00 pm
Enjoy a day of fun at Lake End Campground under the camper pavilion at the Party in the Park in Morgan City. Enjoy live music, auction/raffle, jambalya cook-off, local craft vendors, food booths, dog parade and costume contest, and more. The event will kick off at 12:00 noon and run until! The event is open to the public.
3. Kelly's Annual Chili Cook-Off for Autism - Sug Arena - New Iberia
Sunday, February 25, 2024
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Kelly's Annual Chili Cook-Off is back this year at Sug Arena in New Iberia raising funds for Autism. The event will have something for everyone! Enjoy the good, play in the cornhole tournament, silent auction, raffle and fun jumps for the kids.
4. Books Along the Teche Literary Festival Kick-Off Party - New Iberia
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Books Along the Teche Literary Festival is almost here and the community is gathering to celebrate! Join the fun at this all ages event at the Main Library in New Iberia.
5. Black History Month Celebration - Jeanerette
Thursday, February 29, 2024
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The community is invited to Jeanerette this February to celebrate Black History Month at the King Joseph Center.
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