Last week I went to the Giant Omelette Festival in Abbeville for the first time and I must say really enjoyed it!
We went Sunday afternoon to watch the chefs prepare the 5,000+ eggs and fixings into one huge meal. The setup around downtown Abbeville was superb as we strolled along Magdalen Square shopping with the vendors, enjoyed the live music from Geno Delafose & French Rockin' Boogie, and chatted with other festival goers who make this event an annual family tradition. I will definitely be back for this one!
@mackidnewiberia What a wonderful experience this weekend in #Abbeville at the Giant Omelette festival!Over 5000 eggs and fixings are cooked into a huge omelette and shared! 🍳🥚🍳#mackidnewiberia #vermillion #louisiana #acadiana #cajuncountry #findyourfamilyfun ♬ Oldies rock and roll in 50s(911699) - Canal Records JP
We are celebrating Veterans Day next Monday and there are several events and celebrations happening in New Iberia, St. Martinville, Morgan City, and around Acadiana for families to enjoy and pay their respects for those who have served. Check out Celebrate Veterans Day this November in and around New Iberia for details on events and discounts. Make sure to share this with a veteran you know.
We have a fun craft this week that I remember making as a child all the time. It's an easy, free printable that just takes a few steps to make. We called them fortune tellers and Macaroni KID has put a gratitude spin on them to encourage kids to show appreciation, even for the little things in life. Download yours here!
This week are are spotlighting our winner from the National Boss Day contest held last month, Kayla and All Creatures Veterinary Hospital in New Iberia. Find out their business, available services for your pets, and the specials for November and December.
November is recognized as National Adoption Month and we have the personal story of one family's journey with adoption. Read all about their story, get tips on the adoption process, how to use positive language about adoptions, and other resources.
And for all the pumpkin lovers, we have several great recipes to try this holiday season in Make the Most of Pumpkin Season with these Family Favorite Recipes. I can't make up my mind between the mini pumpkin pies or the pumpkin chili. I guess I will have to try both and let you know!
Now, on to more of our weekly recommendations for your free or low-cost family fun this week from New Iberia to Morgan City:
Thanks to All Creatures Veterinary Hospital for being the sponsor of the week! Get the details on Top-Notch Care for Pets Big and Small Available in New Iberia!  Image Credit: All Creatures Veterinary Hospital |
Please note: Events may be cancelled due to inclement weather or other unexpected issues after the publication of this article.
Please be sure to follow up with the original event or host for details or questions about any events listed.
1. If Headstones Could Talk - Living History Cemetery Tour - Abbeville
Friday
November 8, 2024
5:00 pm
Take a guided, living history tour at the annual If Headstones Could Talk in Abbeville and listen as "residents" recount stories of what life was like in Abbeville at the turn of the 20th century. Tours will depart every 30 minutes from The Depot at Magdalen Square.
2. All Ages-Yay for National Louisiana Day: Gumbo Cooking Contest - Berwick Branch - St. Mary Parish Library
Saturday
November 9, 2024
10:00 am - 12:15 pm
The Berwick Branch of the St. Mary Parish Library is celebrating National Louisiana Day on this November. The community is invited to the Gumbo Cook-Off, inviting patrons to bring their best Gumbo, with rice provided. Entries start arriving at 10:00 am and tasting begins at 10:30 am. Judging ends at noon.
3. New Iberia Holiday Vendor and Craft Show - City Park - New Iberia
Saturday
November 9, 2024
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
The annual New Iberia Holiday Vendor and Craft Show is back this year in City Park. Shop, browse, and mingle with the community during the event featuring 65 vendors! There will be great food trucks, a milkshake bar, pictures with the Grinch, meet and greet with princesses, and face painting. Macaroni KID New Iberia will be there with free crafts for the kids! Make sure to stop by and say Hi!
4. The Atchafalaya Basin Festival - Henderson
Saturday
November 9, 2024
11:00 am - 11:00 pm
The Atchafalaya Basin Festival is back with a day of family fun events and activities this November in St. Martin Parish! Enjoy cooking contests in several categories, a car show, arts and crafts vendors, a kid's zone and plenty of amazing Cajun music. There will also be live and silent auctions and food and drinks for purchase. Camper spots are available for purchase at the park as well.
5. Iberia Veterans Association Veterans Day Tribute - New Iberia
Monday, November 11, 2024
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The Iberia Veterans Association will be having their Veterans Day tribute and celebration at the Steamboat Pavilion in Bouligny Plaza. The Iberia Jazz Band will begin performing at 5:00 pm with the ceremony starting at 6:00 pm.
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