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Macaroni KID New Iberia Recommends: 5 Things To Do This Week!

Get the scoop on local resources and events happening this week from New Iberia to Morgan City

By Tracie Ysaguire, Publisher for Macaroni KID New Iberia November 15, 2024

Last week I spent the day at the New Iberia Holiday Vendor and Craft event in City Park doing easy crafts with the kids. We made ornaments using markers, paint, and egg cartons. It's always such a fun time crafting and helping the children in New Iberia create memories. I look forward to participating in both the holiday and spring vendor event that is held each year in New Iberia.  Thanks to all those who stopped by to say Hi and craft with us. 

Speaking of crafts, I have one of my favorites from Good Day Acadiana last year that we did with Alex Worstell. We made these Thankful Turkeys, a very easy craft that kids of all ages will love to make. It adds a personal touch to your holiday table and allows the kids to help decorate for the Thanksgiving holiday. Find out how to make yours.

If you are looking for a few recipe ideas for your Thanksgiving table that can cut back on some of the carbs, try these fake-out party potatoes. They are delicious and will fit in with any holiday meal. Let us know if you give it a try.

With the full swing of the holiday season already upon us, many families look for a way to give back to their community. More importantly, it is a time to embrace teaching by example and showing our children how to practice gratitude and service. Check out these ideas on how to volunteer as a family this holiday season. 

We still have our gratitude printable available for our families but this week we also have another way to add magic to your holiday tradition with a free Personalized Elf Letter. Make sure to grab yours free elf letter for the kids soon! I know there are a few elves about to hit the shelves in the coming weeks. 

And of course tis the season for deliveries... right? Well, why not say thank you to the neighborhood delivery crew with this easy treat basket. It will be the perfect pick-me-up they need to keep going to make their deliveries around town. 

Now, on to more of our weekly recommendations for your free or low-cost family fun this week from New Iberia to Morgan City:



Join in for the annual Pancake Supper this Thursday, November 21, 2024 at the Cyr Gate Community Center in City Park. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door the day of the event. 
Image Credit: Kiwanis Club of New Iberia 


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. Lydia Cancer Association: Cajun Food Fest - Weeks Park - New Iberia

Friday, November 15, 2024, 5:00 pm - 11:00 pm and Saturday, November 16, 2024, 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

The Lydia Cancer Association Cajun Food Fest has been rescheduled to take place this November! Enjoy two days of live music, fun, and food! 


2. Holiday Shopping on Da Bayou - Downtown New Iberia

Saturday
November 16, 2024
9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Enjoy a day in downtown New Iberia this holiday season at Shopping on Da Bayou this November! The event will offer shopping, live music, pics with Santa, food trucks, face painting and more.


3. Abbeville Farmer's & Artisan's Monthly Market - Downtown Abbeville

Saturday
November 16, 2024
8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Downtown Abbeville is the place to be every third Saturday of the month for the Abbeville Farmer's and Artisan's Monthly Market. Enjoy seasonal items, crafts, one of kind items, fresh foods, baked goods, live music and more.


4. Tunes on the Teche - Fall Series - Breaux Bridge 

Saturday
November 16, 2024
5:30 pm

The Tunes on the Teche Fall Series is ready to jam with you at Parc des Pont in Breaux Bridge. Grab the family or some friends, bring your dancing shoes and lawn chairs for a fun evening with the community. 


5. Vermilion Library Foundation - Fall Book and Bake Sale - Abbeville Branch

Monday, November 18, 2024, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Friday, November 22, 2024, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 

Come out and support the Vermilion Library Foundation at the Fall Book and Bake Sale happening this November at the Abbeville Branch of the Vermilion Parish Library. The event begins on Monday, November 18, 2024 and will run through Friday, November 22, 2024.

  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. 

If you head out to any of these events, please tell them 

you heard it on Macaroni KID New Iberia!


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