August is quickly coming to an end and most families are getting settled into their back-to-school routines.
We are working on updating the event calendar for the 3rd quarter of 2024 as well! If you know of an event or have an event for families in New Iberia, Morgan City, Abbeville, St. Martinville, or Breaux Bridge that is free, low-cost, and family-friendly, you can submit it directly to our website. All events are reviewed for approval before being added.
With 2024 being such an important election year, we have a few tips and resources for parents who may get questions from their children about what it means to vote. Be sure to check out Empowering Our Future Leaders: Teaching Your Kids About Voting. This is definitely the year to take time out to talk to your children about the importance of voting.
And as parents are well aware, the cost of raising children seems to grow in expenses each year. But what are the costs of raising a family in Louisiana compared to other areas? Raising a Child in the USA: How Much Does It Cost In Your State gives you a breakdown of where each state ranks. I'd love to hear your thoughts!
With August being National Wellness Month, we have a few tips and tricks for parents who want to give their families healthier options. Here are 5 Sneaky Ways to Add Zucchini to Your Family's Meals.
And we also have a fun printable for the moms ... We Made It! A Fun First Day of School Sign for Relieved Moms! Summer memories may come and go but you'll want to treasure them forever. Savor the memories with this fun printable just for you!
Now, on to our weekly recommendations for your free or low-cost family fun this week from New Iberia to Morgan City:
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1. Homeschoolers on the Teche (HOTT) - Iberia Parish Homeschool 4H Informative Meeting
Friday
August 23, 2024
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
The Iberia Parish Homeschoolers on the Teche (HOTT) will hold an informative meeting for any homeschooled student in Iberia Parish who is interested in joining 4H this year. This meeting will cover both 4 H clubs, Elementary (4th-6th) and HOTT (7th-12th). All old, new, and interested students and parents are encouraged to attend.
Friday
August 23, 2024
6:30 pm - 11:59 pm
The Gueydan Duck Festival is back and kicking off for a weekend of fun and will run through to Sunday, August 25, 2024. The weekend will be filled with carnival rides, food, games, cook-offs, pageants and live music! Ride bracelets can be purchase for the carnival rides from 6pm to 10pm.
3. The Berry Queens Present: Beauties & Beauxs - Free Homecoming Shopping - New Iberia
Saturday
August 24, 2024
8:30 am - 11:00 am
The Berry Queens of New Iberia is ready to help local high students shop for homecoming! Students from Iberia Parish are invited to shop for FREE homecoming attire, including dresses, shoes, jewelry, suits, ties and other accessories at no cost.
4. 2024 St. Mary Parish Middle School Football Jamboree - Franklin
Saturday
August 24, 2024
9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Football season is here and our local middle and high schools are ready to play! Make plans to bring the family our to support teams in St. Mary Parish. The St. Mary Parish Middle School Football Jamboree will take place this weekend at Franklin Senior High at the J.C. Dry Stadium.
5. Open House Tour at Albania Mansion, Jeanerette
Sunday
August 25, 2024
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Enjoy a day along the banks of Bayou Teche in Jeanerette this August with a self-guided tour of the historic Albania Mansion. These tours will benefit the Jeanerette Creole Festival's goal to renew and restore the town of Jeanerette.
Looking for more family fun in and around New Iberia? |
Our event calendar covers family fun events and resources for all families in
New Iberia, Abbeville, Franklin, Morgan City, St. Martinville, and Breaux Bridge.
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