Good morning, Lafayette.

Lafayette Parish is hosting several cleanup events as part of Love the Boot Week.

Residents can bring documents for secure shredding on April 5 at the Robicheaux Recreation Center and join debris drop-off, Trash Bash and beautification projects on April 12 at designated community sites.

Author Jordan LaHaye Fontenot released her debut book, Home of the Happy, on April 1, detailing her family’s secret history of kidnapping and murder on the bayou — her great-grandfather’s body was found on Jan.

16 in Bayou Nezpique. Her investigation questions the conviction of John Brady Balfa with legal proceedings and a hearing planned later this year.

Festival International de Louisiane — presented by LUS Fiber — is a free five-day event from April 23rd to 27th that will bring music, food and art from many countries.

Over 1,500 volunteers work to make the event happen, and locals can join a 5K run and buy local merchandise to help keep the festival free.

The 12th Annual Scott Boudin Festival in Scott will run this weekend with music, carnival rides and plenty of boudin provided by local vendors.

New security measures — including metal detectors, a clear bag policy and a required chaperone for anyone under 16 — will be in place to keep attendees safe.

Residents in Richard may soon see improved water service as Savoy-Swords Water System received over $900,000 from the state to build a new well and repair storage tanks and the water pressure system.

Brian Soileau said the second well will serve as a backup—ensuring reliable supply as the system meets the needs of its 2,400 customers.

The Acadian Home Builders Association is holding its 63rd annual Parade of Homes at 1-6 p.m. on two weekends, including April 12-13, to show more than 25 homes built by local builders.

The event gives residents a chance to tour homes with varied styles (from cozy starter homes to large estates) and see current design trends (in home building and interior décor).

Louisiana homeowners are in a legal fight over homes built with a bad ventilation system that allowed mold and leaks to develop in our high humidity; a judge recently denied D.R.

Horton’s effort to drop the case. A Youngsville couple’s lawsuit has kept the battle active in state & federal courts for three years and may grow into a class-action if more buyers join.

Today, the Louisiana Ragin' Cajuns softball team will host Louisiana Tech in a non-conference game at 6 p.m. at Yvette Girouard Field-Lamson Park (streamed live on ESPN Plus).

Rhythms on the River: Souled Out

5:30-8:30 p.m. — City Club at River Ranch — Free entry — Experience a vibrant outdoor concert series in the heart of Lafayette.

Scott Boudin Festival

6-11:30 p.m. — Scott Boudin Festival — Cost varies — Celebrate Cajun culture with delicious boudin from local vendors.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Blu Basil Asian Fusion — Cost information not provided — Enjoy an evening of original tunes from Lafayette's own singer-songwriter Alyse Young.

Acadiana Junior High & High School Rodeo

April 11-13 — Yambilee Ag Arena — $15/weekend pass, kids under 5 free — Celebrate youth rodeo talent and tradition in a vibrant community setting.

Cajun Jam

11 AM – 4 PM — Vermilionville Historic Village — Free entry — Enjoy vibrant Cajun music performed by local musicians in a festive setting.

Property Insurance: Will It Make or Break The Deal?

6-8 p.m. — Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux — Food and drinks required — Explore the impact of new insurance strategies on property deals with insights from industry experts.

Live Music with Alyse Young

6-10 p.m. — El Paso Mexican Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a night of original tunes and heartfelt melodies from Lafayette's talented singer-songwriter Alyse Young.

Paques in the Parc Celebration

12-7:30 p.m. — Vermilionville Performance Center — Admission required — Celebrate Paques with lively music from local bands and a festive atmosphere.

Festival International de Louisiane

Apr 22 - Apr 28 — Parc Sans Souci — Free entry — Celebrate South Louisiana's vibrant culture with music, food, and art at this international festival.

Cycle Zydeco: Louisiana's Cajun & Créole Cycling Festival

8 AM - 5 PM — Cycle Zydeco - Louisiana's Cajun & Créole Cycling Festival — Registration required — A four-day bike ride with breakfast rides, local dining, and zydeco dance lessons.