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Father’s Day Gifts & Summer Essentials

Check out these local shop’s latest Father's Day and summer time items! Hilliard Art Museum 298 Girard Park Drive, Lafayette | 337-482-0811 | Hilliardmuseum.org The Cajun Man Enamel Pin Ruffino's On The River 921 Camellia Blvd, Lafayette | 337-706-7333 | Ruffinosrestaurant.com…

Opelousas Museum Accepted into National Museum Assessment Program

OPELOUSAS, La (press release) – The American Alliance of Museums (AAM), the only organization representing the entire scope of the museum community, recently selected a new cohort of museums to participate in its 2024 Museum Assessment Program, including The Opelousas…

Kyle Sherman

A graduate of LSU, Kyle Sherman of Brandt & Sherman, LLP, began his career working for Roy Black, a famous criminal defense lawyer in Miami. After moving back to Louisiana to do civil litigation, Sherman decided to begin training with…

Stacey Arceneaux

Out of a love for all things pretty, S Clare Design was born.  A full-service interior design firm passionate about creating beautiful and functional spaces, S Clare Design, combines the artistic vision of Stacey Arceneaux with decades of technical expertise…

Kalli Christ

Big Brothers Big Big Sisters creates and supports mentoring relationships between young people (Littles), ages six to young adulthood, and caring volunteer mentors (Bigs). Kalli Christ, the Chief Executive Officer, brings visionary leadership to the organization, providing oversight of the…

Dr. Adrienne Reviere Harst

The owner of Roots Pediatric Dentistry in Lafayette, Dr. Harst specializes in behavior guidance, care of the medically and developmentally compromised, hospital dentistry, and many more unique pediatric disciplines. As a passionate advocate for the health and development of children…

Dianna Rae & Ronni Rae

A Lafayette staple for nearly ten years, Dianna Rae of Dianna Rae Jewelry continues a family tradition of offering unique custom engagement rings, wedding bands and gemstone jewelry pieces with the utmost artistry. Focusing on one-of-a-kind items, either custom-designed or…

Aimia “Mimi” Doucet

Aimia Doucet, better known as “Mimi,” joined the Acadiana Team at GMFS in 2014, where she is now GMFS Acadiana Branch Manager, providing her special brand of expertise and hospitality in helping customers with new construction on their one-time close…

Moncus Park Announces Spring Schedule of Events

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – This spring, Moncus Park welcomes the community to a vibrant season filled with engaging events and activities designed to enhance our connection to nature, promote wellness, and foster unity among Acadiana residents. Collaborating with local…

Opelousas General Health System Announces New CEO

OPELOUSAS, La (press release) – Gina Bradley Tuttle, Chairman of the Opelousas General Health System Board of Trustees, is pleased to announce the appointment of Lance Armentor as the new President and Chief Executive Officer of OGHS effective Monday, April…

Downtown Alive! Presents its 2024 ‘First Friday’ Music Lineup

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Downtown Lafayette Unlimited (DLU) introduces “First Friday” Downtown Alive! for the 2024 calendar year presented by longstanding downtown supporter, Evangeline Maid. LVVRS will kick-off this year’s first Downtown Alive! on March 1st. Other notable performances…

Celebration of 1st Black Law Enforcement Officers Opelousas

OPELOUSAS, La (press release) – On Saturday, Feb 3, from 1 to 4 p.m., the Opelousas Museum the Opelousas Police Department present a celebration of the First Black Law Enforcement in Opelousas. In the mid-1950s, three courageous, black individuals joined…

Healing Traditions of South Louisiana Lecture

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – The Lafayette Museum - Historic Home and Gardens will host "Healing Traditions of South Louisiana Prayers, Plants and Poultices" lecture series on Jan. 14. The lecture will include guest speakers Mary Broussard Perrin and Beverly…

Broadway’s Jessie Mueller and Seth Rudetsky at Heymann Center

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – When Seth Rudetsky teams up with Jessie Mueller – star of the Broadway hits "Waitress" and "Beautiful the Musical" – magic happens in a non-stop, off-the-cuff night of show-stopping tunes and all around fun. Rudetsky,…

The Listening Room continues Jan. 7

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Acadiana Symphony Orchestra and Acadiana Center for the Arts are pleased to present the second concert of this season’s Listening Room Chamber Music Series, on Sunday, Jan. 7, at 2 p.m. at the AcA’s James…

Annual Noel Acadien au Village Through Dec. 23

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – LARC’s Acadian Village hosts its 23 night Christmas festival fundraiser annually in December to benefit LARC, a local 501c(3) non-profit organization benefiting persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Noel Acadien au Village features half-a-million lights,…

Youngsville On Ice Through Dec. 31

YOUNGSVILLE, La (press release) –The City of Youngsville proudly presents a Winter Wonderland Experience never seen in Lafayette Parish: Youngsville On Ice! Hosted by the City of Youngsville  through Dec. 31 at the Youngsville Sports Complex, located at 801 Savoy Rd.…

50th Annual Bayou Classic Road Show Rolls Into Lafayette

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – The highly anticipated 50th Annual Bayou Classic is upon us! In anticipation of the centennial year, organizers have developed the “Bayou Classic Road Show” to bring excitement across the State of Louisiana and several large…

30th Annual Tinsel & Treasures Holiday Market Tickets Available

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – Tickets for Acadiana’s largest holiday shopping market are on sale now! Junior League of Lafayette’s annual Tinsel & Treasures holiday market returns to the CAJUNDOME Convention Center Sept. 21-23. “Tinsel & Treasures is a one-stop…

Gulf Brew Partners with Ragin Cajun Athletics

LAFAYETTE, La (press relese) – Acadiana Center for the Arts hosts Gulf Brew, presented by Moss BMW, Louisiana’s oldest craft beer festival! Gulf Brew is an outdoor festival along the streets of Downtown Lafayette on Saturday, October 21, 2023, 1-5pm.…

The Dog Stop Hosts “Best in Barbie” Event

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – At The Dog Stop Lafayette, there will be a “Best in Barbie” photoshoot event. Owners are encouraged to bring their pups dressed in their best Barbie or Ken outfits. Photos will be taken and posted…

The 41st Annual Original Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Festival

OPELOUSAS, La (press release) – The 41st Original Southwest Louisiana Zydeco Festival is live! Organizers are preparing, trying to satisfy the demand for Creole Culture and Zydeco Music. Festival executive director Lena Charles says that locally and nationwide, music fans…

Downtown Alive! Presents its 2023 Fall Music Lineup

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – This fall, Downtown Lafayette Unlimited (DLU) wraps up its 40th year of Downtown Alive!, presented by a longstanding downtown business, Evangeline Maid. Promoting the city center’s food, music, culture, and commerce — DLU proudly kicks off…

Gulf Brew 2023 Oct. 21

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – This Fall, Gulf Brew transforms Downtown Lafayette into a beer-centric street festival with more than 200 different types of beer, crafts vendors hand selected by Louisiana Crafts Guild, and amazing entertainment across two stages, Gulf…

The Hilliard Art Museum Announces Fall 2023 Exhibitions and Programs

LAFAYETTE, La (press release) – The Hilliard Art Museum is proud to announce its captivating lineup of exhibitions that delve into the complexities of race, intergenerational loss and the power of art. From thought-provoking tapestries to innovative camera-less photography, these exhibitions…