We are so excited to be back in your inbox on this very special Leap Day! Leap Day only comes around every four years so I have seen a lot of posts about doing something a little crazy to celebrate. However, it's a Thursday for us this year and that means I am glued to the computer making sure our event calendar and local family content is updated for the spring season.
But I am excited to announce something a little crazy this week ...
We have again partnered with one of our fabulous sponsors, Louisiana Spirits, for another giveaway for our subscribers! Tomorrow we officially move into March and that means that Cajun Country Para-Con is only a few weeks away. We are excited to announce a giveaway for two general admission passes to the first-ever event of its kind in Iberia Parish! We wanted our Macaroni KID New Iberia subscribers to know about it first! The giveaway opens to the public tomorrow evening. Read all about what you need to do to enter and share this with everyone you know!
With March already upon us, that means another month of holidays, events, and celebrations to acknowledge. Read all about the 10 March Holidays, Events, and Observances Not To Miss this month.
Friday, March 1st is also the National Day of Unplugging. While it may be hard for you to completely disconnect and unplug from the internet due to work or school obligations, it is definitely a great idea to make it a point to spend less time on your devices. Get some tips and ideas from 10 Ways to Get Away From Those Screens For National Unplugging Day. If you plan a game night for National Unplugging Day, why not try these Delicious and Kid-Friendly: 5 Quesadilla Combinations They'll Love with your family.
Another great way to unplug is to read a book or two with kids. It is important to include books featuring characters with developmental disabilities on your reading list for kids. Since March is also Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, we wanted to highlight a few amazing books featuring main characters with developmental disabilities that you can share with your children.
And with this last day of February ending the celebrations of Black History Month, we have an amazing article to share from one of our national publishers about the importance of historic black colleges. There are 107 accredited HBCUs across the U.S., each with its own unique strengths and contributions. This article explores the significance of HBCUs and why they continue to play a vital role in shaping the future of countless students.
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. Nite Bicycle Fun Ride - Patterson
Friday, March 1, 2024
6:00 pm
Grab the family and make plans for the Nite Bicycle Fun Ride in Patterson! The 3-Mile Glow Ride will take place at Morey Park and attendees will enjoy coffee, cocoa, and beignets during the event.
2. Shadows on the Teche Arts and Craft Fair - New Iberia
Saturday, March 2, 2024
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Walk the gardens and the grounds around this historic location while shopping with local vendors selling one of kind handcrafted items, browse the artwork available from local artists, and the selection of other treats and goodies. Food and beverages will be available for sale. Raffle tickets will be sold with all prizes donated by vendors.
3. March into Health - Health and Wellness Event - Abbeville
Saturday, March 2, 2024
9:00 am
Join the community at Magdalen Square for the March into Health & Wellness event. Get tips and resources to make your health a priority this Spring with from local organizations and free health screenings.
4. Delcambre Seafood and Farmer's Market - Bayou Carlin Cove - Delcambre
Saturday,
March 2, 2024
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
It's the first market of 2024 for the Delcambre Seafood and Farmer's Market. Enjoy shopping with local vendors, live music, and this market will celebrate the upcoming Easter season with a visit from the Easter Bunny, including a scavenger hunt and Easter egg hunt.
5. Louisiana Retro Con Spring 2024 - Morgan City
Saturday, March 2, 2024
Sunday, March 3, 2024
Make plans to have a full day of fun at the biggest video game convention in Louisiana! Enjoy the chance to meet other video gamers, play games in the free arcade with access to hundreds of retro video games, enter the cosplay contest, meet celebs from television and movies, shop with vendors and browse available collections, check out retro toy and comic book vendors and much more. Food and refreshments will be available for purchase. Kids 12 and under are free with adult pass.
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