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Book Talk and Signing, “Historic Tales of Acadiana”

Vermilionville

Book Talk and Signing Vermilionville is hosting author William Thibodeaux this Saturday, March 27th at 10am to speak about his book, "Historic Tales of Acadiana." This presentation is free and open to the public. William J. Thibodeaux is a native of Rayne, Louisiana. He attended Rayne High School and joined the U.S. Navy in 1967 at eighteen. Mr. Thibodeaux served on a World War II Fletcher Class destroyer—the USS O'Bannon DD-450 in the West Pacific. After his military obligation, William took a job with Southern Pacific Railroad in 1970 as a track laborer. He has held several supervisory positions, mostly roadmaster, on the Schriever District and—after the merger—at Union Pacific Railroad's Livonia Service Unit. He retired from the railroad after more than forty years of service. Mr. Thibodeaux currently resides in Lafayette with the love of his life - his wife, Judy and their dog, Baby Bear.

Fais Do-Do with Cycle Zydeco! with Geno Delafose and the French Rockin’ Boogie

Vermilionville

Geno Delafose is playing at Vermilionville as a part of T.R.A.I.L.'s Cycle Zydeco experience on Saturday, April 10th, 2021.  Come enjoy dinner from La Cuisine de Maman and music from Geno Delafose & the French Rockin’ Boogie. 6:30pm to 9pm. Hosted at beautiful historic Vermilionville in Lafayette, LA.  INCLUDES: 2 drink tickets, Fried Catfish, tossed salad, buttered pasta & Peach Cobbler* (Please let us know if you have special dietary needs).  Cash bar. Fundraiser for T.R.A.I.L.  Tickets not available for purchase at the door.  To purchase tickets to this event, please visit this link:  https://www.cyclezydeco.org/cycle-zydeco-store/geno.   Cycle Zydeco is a four-day casual touring ride in South Louisiana. The ride takes place every year during the week after Easter. The festivities include great food, live music, and the finest flat roads Louisiana has to offer. Cycle Zydeco is a festival on wheels. Experience mouthwatering Cajun cuisine and live performances by the best bands in Louisiana. The ride includes tours of many attractions and options for camping or staying in hotels. Immerse yourself in Acadiana: the birthplace of Zydeco, home to both Cajuns and Créoles alike, and one of the most unique cultures in the United States. Saturday, April 10, 2021 – Cycle Zydeco […]

$30

Cycle Zydeco

Cycle Zydeco is a four-day casual touring ride in South Louisiana. The ride takes place every year during the week after Easter. The festivities include great food, live music, and the finest flat roads Louisiana has to offer. Cycle Zydeco is a festival on wheels. Experience mouthwatering Cajun cuisine and live performances by the best bands in Louisiana. The ride includes tours of many attractions and options for camping or staying in hotels. Immerse yourself in Acadiana: the birthplace of Zydeco, home to both Cajuns and Créoles alike, and one of the most unique cultures in the United States. Sunday, April 11, 2021 – Cycle Zydeco Itinerary – available at this link:  https://www.cyclezydeco.org/20210411. Cycle Zydeco is organized by TRAIL.  For more information about TRAIL, please visit this link:  https://www.latrail.org

Derby on the Bayou – 147th Kentucky Derby Viewing Party

Vermilionville

Come and be a part of the "Greatest Two Minutes in Sports" at Vermilionville! Wear your very best hat, grab a Mint Julep, and relax to watch the race! The event will kick-off at 3:00pm, and your $15 will get you access to the event, hord'eurves, one drink ticket, and a chance to win some fun raffle prizes - nevermind watching the race live on the big screen! We'll be having contests for the "Best Hat" & "Best Outfit," so feel free to come in your 'Derby-finest! On your mark... Get set.... and Go! (to Vermilionville for the best Derby on the Bayou that you can find anywhere!) For more information, and to get your ticket to the races, visit this link:  https://form.jotform.com/210914517979062  

$15

Creole Culture Day Celebration

Vermilionville

The public can enjoy a FREE TWO-DAY FESTIVAL at Vermilionville for the 19th annual Creole Culture Celebration on Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6 from 10AM-5PM.  Live music with Cedric Watson & Bijou Creole on Saturday and Corey Ledet on Sunday; cooking demonstrations; juré performances; storytelling; Creole language panel discussions; kids’ crafts; art, museum, and photography exhibits; Zydeco dance lessons; genealogy experts; traiteur garden tours; documentaries; The Knights of Peter Claver; and much more! Food and beverage will be available for purchase.  Admission is free.  For more information call 337-233-4077 or visit the Vermilionville Facebook page. Every year, Vermilionville celebrates the cultures of Acadiana that contributed so much to our unique folklife. Come back to Vermilionville in June for the return of our Creole Culture Day event!  On this day we recognize and honor our region’s Creole heritage. So much of our food, traditions, and music comes to our region from the Creole culture, and on this day we both demonstrate and celebrate its many contributions to our contemporary folklife. With our partners at Creole Inc, and support from the Louisiana Endowment for the Humanities, Lafayette Consolidated Government, the Bayou Vermilion District, and the Vermilionville Living History Museum Foundation, […]

Free

Les Vues Free Film Series: From Seed to Seed

Vermilionville

Join us for our Les Vues Film Series held on the last Monday of each month starting at 6:30pm.  Curated by filmmakers and enthusiasts statewide, the films range from documentaries to features focusing on various aspects of culture.  Following the screenings, the guest curator conducts an open discussion with the audience. Les Vues is a FREE event but a suggested donation of $5 is appreciated to help with screening costs. @Vermilionville #LesVues On Monday, June 28 we will screen the documentary, From Seed to Seed.  Through a group of Canadian organic farmers—both large-scale and small-scale—we experience a full growing season with all of its rewards as well as the challenges of a changing climate.  When Terry and Monique left the opera to pursue their true passion—ecological, small-scale farming—their story of community and resilience took center stage. FROM SEED TO SEED follows their young family and a diverse group of farmers in Southern Manitoba, for a season of challenges and rewards.  Scientists are working with these farmers using a blend of ancient traditions and cutting edge science to develop improved methods for growing food ecologically and in a changing climate.  This hopeful story provides a Canadian perspective on a global social movement that regenerates […]

Dance All Day! Vermilionville’s Live Music and Brunch!

Vermilionville

Come out to Vermilionville on July 10th, and be prepared to dance all day! Vermilionville is brining back hosting its Bal du Dimanche EVERY Sunday, and what better way to celebrate than to invite everyone to dance all day at Vermilionville on the SATURDAY before! We kick things off with Leroy Thomas & The Zydeco Roadrunners at 10:00 a.m. and then High Performance at 1:00 p.m.! If you're looking for brunch, we've got chicken and waffles included in your ticket!  And with our bar open at 10:00 a.m., you can be sure that our team will have Mimosas and Bloody Marys at the ready to meet all your brunch needs! So, if you've been looking for just that right moment to knock the dust off of those dances shoes, well tie your laces tight, and get over to Vermilionville on July 10th at 10 a.m.! Visit this link to purchase tickets online:  http://form.jotform.com/62215213712948.

A Celebration of French Language and Culture in Louisiana!

Vermilionville

Come out to Vermilionville for a Celebration of French Language and Culture in Louisiana! On Saturday, September 4th, we'll be hosting music, speakers, panelists, community organizations, local beer crafters, French-style rum from Wildcat Brothers, and more!  We'll also have pentanque, great drinks, great conversations en français and the Vermilionville Jambalya Cookoff! ***** Venez à Vermilionville pour une célébration de la langue et de la culture françaises en Louisiane! Le samedi 4 septembre, on va avoir de la musique, des conférenciers, des panélistes, des organismes communautaires, des artisans de bière locaux, du rhum à la française des Wildcat Brothers (Les Frères Pichou) et plus encore!  On aura aussi de la pétanque, de bons cocktails, de bonnes conversations en français et le concours de Jambalaya Vermilionville!e!   Event Schedule: 8:00:  Day opens to cook-off contestants and other presenting organizations. 8:30:  Cook-off begins 10:00:  Day opens for all guests 10:45:  Jambalaya Cooking ends - tastings begin! 11:00:  Canoe races begin! 11:00:  Jambalaya Pickup for judging 11:00:  Econ and Culture Panel Discussion 12:00:  Cook-off winners announced 12:15:  The coronation of the Mayor of Vermilionville 12:30:  Louisiana French Oral Histories: témoignages du passé, tremplins vers l'avenir 1:30:  Live Music - The BeauSoleil Trio 2:00:  Writers […]