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Louisiana's Sweet Picks
September 2013 Events
New Iberia * Avery Island * Jeanerette
Jefferson Island * Loreauville * Delcambre |
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Pass a sweet time at the Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival
on Sept. 25 - 29, 2013, in New Iberia. |
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NEW IBERIA, La. --- The Iberia Parish Convention and Visitors Bureau invites you to experience our famous attractions, world renowned cuisine, contagious music, sizzling events and people who never meet a stranger. Join us and savor the difference in Iberia Parish!
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Sept. 1 - 2, 2013 - Labor Day Fishing Rodeo - Fishermen compete in 15 different types of fish and win prizes in Runabout, Inside and Children's divisions. Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each division. The boat captain whose crew catches the most point fish over the weekend will also win an award. Every qualified registrant is eligible to participate in the grand prize drawing. Winners will receive trophies. Quintana Boat Launch, LA 319 and Beach Lane, Cypremort Point, 5 a.m. - 3 p.m., 337-364-7301. |
Sept. 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 2013 - Teche Area Farmers Market -
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., 337-369-2330, Facebook.com/TecheFarmersMarket |
Sept. 4, 11, 18, 25, 2013 - 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, 211 N. Main St., Loreauville, 2 - 6 p.m., 337-577-9160, Glcranch.com/Glc-Meat-Market, Facebook.com/pages/Gonsoulin-Land-and-Cattle/173448106037617 |
Sept. 5, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, 14, 15, 2013 - Iberia Performing Arts League presents "The Cemetery Club" - Live theatre production, concessions. Essanee Theater, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia, Thurs. through Sat. 7:30 - 9:30 p.m., Sun. 3 - 5 p.m., 337-364-6114, Iberiaperformingartsleague-com.doodlekit.com, Facebook.com/pages/Iberia-Performing-Arts-League/154935504620932 |
Sept. 11, 2013 - Patriotic Day Ceremony - A celebration honoring patriots who serve our country. Flag ceremony and harmony of patriotic music. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, 6 - 8 p.m., 337-344-9397. |
Sept. 13 - 14, 2013 - Lydia Cajun Food Fest - Friday night fais-do-do and Saturday survivor walk, poker run, all-day fais-do-do, food court with over 40 food vendors, crafts, carnival rides, face painting, fun for everyone. Weeks Park, 4412 Weeks Park Rd., Lydia, Fri. 5 - 11:30 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m. - 9 p.m., 337-367-1192, Lydiacancerassociation.org, Facebook.com/groups/137424802976 |
Sept. 19, 2013 - An Evening with Edwin Edwards - Fundraiser to fund Beneath the Balconies. General admission or reserved seating with backstage reception at 5:30 p.m., which will include wine and hors d'oeuvres. Sugar Cane Festival Building, 600 Parkview Dr., New Iberia, 7 p.m. To reserve tickets, call 337-658-9746 or 337-364-1603. |
Sept. 21, 2013 - Delcambre Seafood and 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. Delcambre Shrimp Festival grounds, 409 E. Main St., Delcambre, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., 800-884-6120 ext. 6, Delcambremarket.org, Facebook.com/DelcambreMarket |
Sept. 21, 2013 - Cajun French Music Festival - Les Cadiens du Teche (Cajun French Music Association) music festival. Cajun bands, dancing, food, refreshments, raffle, door prizes. Cyr Gates Community Center, 300 Parkview Drive, New Iberia, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m., 337-364-7975. |
Sept. 21, 2013 - POW-MIA Day Ceremony - A celebration honoring the sacrifice made by prisoners of war and soldiers who remain missing in action. Flag ceremony and harmony of patriotic music. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, 6 - 8 p.m., 337-344-9397. |
Sept. 25, 2013 - Dancehalls of South Louisiana - Documentary film on the Cajun and Creole dancehalls of the past and present to capture the essence of this unique staple of Louisiana culture. It is the most recent film by John Sharp, winner of the 2012 Louisiana Entertainment Filmmaker Award. Free event suitable for teenagers and adults. Jeanerette Sugar Museum, 500 E. Main St., Jeanerette, 6 - 8 p.m., 337-276-4408, Jeanerettemuseum.com, Facebook.com/pages/Jeanerette-Museum/426632330723884 |
Sept. 25 - 29, 2013 - Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival - Celebrate the Louisiana sugar cane industry with parades, pageantry, street fair, fais-do-do's, cooking and artistry competition, 4-H exhibit, and more. Various venues in New Iberia, 337-369-9323, Hisugar.org, Facebook.com/LouisianaSugarCaneFestival |
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For more information on parish events call the Iberia Parish Convention and Visitors Bureau at 337-365-1540 or visit www.iberiatravel.com
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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 located at 2513 Hwy. 14 in New Iberia.
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