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Press Release
April 4, 2017
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For Immediate Release
Contact:
Brittany Racca
(337) 365-1540
(888) 942-3742
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May 1 - 4,
2017
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Southern Regional Mine Rescue Competition
- Metal/nonmetal mine rescue competition, 12-14 teams of 10, with Mine Safety and Health Administration judges. Free to the public. SugArena @ Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 N.W. Bypass (Hwy 3212), New Iberia, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m., (337) 867-2114,
SugArena.com
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Facebook.com/AcadianaFairgrounds
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May 1 - 5,
2017
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Dave Robicheaux's "Southern Life" Exhibit
- L'Acadian Art Guild, in conjunction with the Dave Robicheaux's Hometown Literary Festival, will present "Southern Life," which brings to life depictions of the south, its people, culture and heritage. Iberia Parish Library's Main Branch, 445 E. Main St., New Iberia, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., (337) 364-7024,
IberiaLibrary.org
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Facebook.com/IberiaLibrary
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May 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30,
2017
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Teche Area Farmers Market
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Experience our harvest of delicious, locally grown produce and homemade products by area farmers, artists and crafters. Also included are handcrafted cypress yard objects, bread and fresh baked goods, ceramics, honey, jellies, jams, herbs, candies, wooden bowls and utensils, birdhouses, garden benches and much more. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, Tues. 2:30 - 6 p.m., Sat. 7 - 11 a.m.,
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May 3,
2017
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Our Local Playground Talk
- John Flores will give a lecture entitled "Our Local Playground" at the opening of his Art of Nature photography exhibit. Flores will discuss the subjects of the exhibit and places in Louisiana that present the best opportunities for wildlife viewing. An artist meet and greet will follow the talk. Seating may be limited and taken on a first come, first serve basis. Jeanerette Museum, 500 Main St., Jeanerette, 6 - 7:30 p.m., (337) 276-4408,
JeaneretteMuseum.com
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Facebook.com/Jeanerette-Museum
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May 3 - 26,
2017
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Art of Nature
Exhibit
- Exhibit featuring the work of award winning photographer John Flores and developed by the Friends of Bayou Teche National Wildlife Refuge. Jeanerette Museum, 500 Main St., Jeanerette, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., (337) 276-4408,
JeaneretteMuseum.com
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Facebook.com/Jeanerette-Museum
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May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31,
2017
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GLC
Farmers Market
- Local farmers selling produce, plants, honey, homemade pies and other items grown locally. Grass-fed beef, pork and lamb are also available at the meat market during this time. GLC Meat Market, 6110 Loreauville Rd., New Iberia, 2 - 6 p.m., (337) 577-9160, GlcRanch.com/Glc-Meat-Market, Facebook.com/pages/Gonsoulin-Land-and-Cattle
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May 5,
2017
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Movies in the Park
- Come watch "Zootopia" for Movies in the Park. Concessions sold. No ice chests. Bring blankets and chairs. Kids zumba at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts at sunset. Steamboat Pavilion, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, 7:30 - 9 p.m.,
IberiaOnTap.com
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Facebook.com/IberiaOnTap
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May 5, 12, 19, 26, 2017 - Jeanerette Weekly Market
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Every Friday. Locally-grown vegetables, canned items, jewelry and other homemade items. Jeanerette Chamber of Commerce Grounds, 1440 Main St., Jeanerette, 3 - 6 p.m., (337) 339-3383,
Facebook.com/JeaneretteChamberofCommerce
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May 6,
2017
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Delcambre Seafood & Farmers Market
- Enjoy what's fresh for the season from area farms and local waters, along with tasting opportunities and recipes, live music, kids' activities and other special events. Bayou Carlin Cove Boat Landing & Pavilion, 605 S. Railroad St., Delcambre, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., (800) 884-6120 ext. 7, DelcambreMarket.org, Facebook.com/DelcambreMarket
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May 6, 2017 -
New Iberia Vendor and Craft Event - Craft and vendor fair with prizes, vendor giveaways, food & sweets, kids activities and entertainment. Cyr Gates Community Center, New Iberia City Park, 300 Parkview Dr., New Iberia, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m., (337) 577-2117,
Facebook.com/NewIberiaVendorEvent
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May 6,
2017
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Cecil Hymel Memorial Golf Tournament
- Join the Cecil Hymel Foundation for its 4th annual golf tournament benefiting Alzheimer's Association. Event includes prizes, a three person scramble and 1-iron contest. Shotgun start at 1 p.m. Free practive round and Calcutta with food and drinks on May 5. Squirrel Run Golf Course, 500 Darby Ln., New Iberia, 11 a.m., (337) 354-6553.
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May 12 - 14,
2017
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Isle of Iberia RV Resort's Mothers Day Celebration
- Mother's Day weekend celebration. Live entertainment with special guest performance on May 13. Isle of Iberia RV Resort, 713 N.W. Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, all day events, (337) 365-6197,
IsleOfIberia.com,
Facebook.com/IsleOfIberia
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May 13, 2017 -
Jeanerette Monthly Market - Locally-grown foods and handmade items. Held the second Saturday of every month. Jeanerette Chamber of Commerce Grounds, 1440 Main St., Jeanerette, 8 a.m. - noon, (337) 339-338
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Facebook.com/JeaneretteChamberOfCommerce
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May 18 - 20,
2017
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Cruisin Cajun Country Cruise In
- Held annually the third weekend of May (Thurs-Sat). Classic and muscle cars cruise into the hot side of Louisiana's Cajun Country to experience the area's hottest attractions, award-winning Main Street historic district, food and live music, while spectators enjoy free car shows and entertainment. Super 8 Hotel of New Iberia, 2714 Hwy. 14, New Iberia, 7 a.m. - 11 p.m., (337) 316-0932, CruisinCajunCountry.com, Facebook.com/CruisinCajunCountry
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May 20, 2017 -
Chitimacha Race for Tour du Teche - One of Tour du Teche's newest races, the Chitimacha Race is a 20 mile trek on Bayou Teche for kayaks, canoes, pirogues, and SUP's from New Iberia to Charenton through the parishes of Iberia and St. Mary. The race begins in beautiful New Iberia City Park and ends on the Chitimacha Reservation. The voyageur race starts at 9 a.m. and Pro Race division at 11 a.m. New Iberia City Park Boat Launch, 300 Parkview Dr., New Iberia, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., (337) 394-6232,
TourDuTeche.com,
Facebook.com/Groups/191193804017
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May 20,
2017
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Loyalty & Armed Forces Day Ceremony
- A celebration of our armed forces for keeping us safe at home and abroad with flag ceremony and harmony of patriotic music. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, 6 - 8 p.m., (337) 344-9397.
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May 26 - 28, 2017 -
Isle of Iberia RV Resort's Memorial Day Zydeco Weekend -
Memorial Day celebration with Zydeco music including live entertainment by Jamie Bergeron, water games, activities and a DJ. Isle of Iberia RV Resort, 713 N.W. Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, all day, (337) 365-6197,
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May 27,
2017
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Delcambre Boat Poker Run
- Poker run in boats with pre-determined stops where cards are to be drawn. Live music and barbecue cookoff. Bayou Carlin Cove Boat Launch & Pavilion, 605 S. Railroad, Delcambre, 9 a.m. - 8 p.m., (337) 658-2422,
Facebook.com/DelcambreBoatParade
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May 27, 2017 -
Showtunes Sing-Along -
Showtunes Sing-Along invites everyone to participate in belting their favorite musicals in a piano lounge-style setting on the last Saturday of each month. Bayou Chateau, 107 Burke. St., New Iberia, 7 - 11 p.m., (337) 378-9469, DaBerry.org, Facebook.com/EnvisionDaBerry
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May 29, 2017 -
Memorial Day Ceremony -
A celebration commemorating all of our fallen soldiers with flag ceremony, 21 gun salute and harmony of patriotic music. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, 6 - 8 p.m., (337) 344-9397.
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The Iberia Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau is the official parish marketing agency promoting New Iberia, Avery Island, Jefferson Island, Jeanerette, Loreauville and Delcambre as a destination. Marketing programs target leisure travelers, business travelers, media, entertainment industry, and the travel trade including group tour planners, meeting planners, sports planners and special event planners. The bureau operates a parish welcome center in New Iberia.
For more information on parish events and tourism assets, call the bureau at 337-365-1540 or visit
IberiaTravel.com
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Iberia Parish Convention & Visitors Bureau
2513 Hwy 14 | New Iberia, LA | 70560
(337) 365-1540 | (888) 942-3742
www.IberiaTravel.com
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