Good morning, Lafayette.

Today, the Gethsemane Easter egg hunt hosted by the Children and Youth Department runs from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at 701 E Pinhook Rd—featuring free food, a gaming truck, a DJ, a petting zoo and a train ride.

The City Wide Easter egg hunt at PA Davis Park on 120 Dawn Street is set for April 19 with sessions from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. for toddlers and special needs individuals and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. for children ages 6 to 12.

Grayson Stepanek, director of marketing and communications for Goodwill Acadiana and a 20 Under 40 honoree, explained in a Q&A how emotional intelligence and being comfortable with discomfort fuel his professional growth—he also led the Greater Good Donation Drive that collected 3,252 pounds from over 20 student organizations. He said his Lafayette roots and strong community ties keep him motivated to make a lasting impact.

Parc International in downtown Lafayette is receiving a ($1.6 million) upgrade ahead of Festival International de Louisiane (April 23-27) as workers pressure wash and repaint the park while planning further renovations after the festival.

Today, designs for the Louisiana Music Museum at 121 W.

Vermilion St. are on display at the ACA during ArtWalk downtown as ACA director Sam Oliver explained. The project—led by Moliere Chappuis Architects—will add a new south side entrance and a dance hall–styled space, with groundbreaking set early next year and completion expected mid-2027.

Average crawfish prices now are $3.14 for live and $5.55 for boiled, and The Crawfish App co-founder Laney King said more retailers selling ahead of Easter mean buyers should reserve sacks soon—ensuring that competition drives the prices lower as the holiday approaches.

The Lafayette Parish School System named Brandon Bonner as the new principal of Charles Burke Elementary School on April 11; he brings over a decade of experience (including roles at Judice Middle School and Dr. Raphael A.

Baranco Elementary) and a strong record of leadership to his new position.

The Lafayette Parish School System announced that Mrs. Ginger Richard has been named Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction after 21 years of service in various educational roles—she will begin after Janine LaFleur retires in June.

She will work to support high-quality academic programs for every student.

The Mississippi River is rising to flood stage for the first time since 2019 as heavy rains in the Ohio Valley force flood-fight measures while 5th Louisiana Levee District President Reynold Minsky and his team monitor levees and keep gates open to prevent soil erosion and protect camps along the unprotected side. The river will reach flood stage today from the Arkansas line to Baton Rouge at the Natchez gauge—Vidalia officials have also set up temporary Hesco basket walls to secure the riverfront.

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.

Rigzone Oil & Gas Career Fair

9 AM – 1 PM — CAJUNDOME & Convention Center — Free entry — Explore job opportunities with top employers in the oil and gas industry.

Alyse Young Live Performance

6-10 p.m. — Sushi Mizu — Free entry — Experience the soulful tunes of Lafayette's own singer-songwriter, Alyse Young, in a relaxed sushi setting.

Festival International de Louisiane

April 26-27 — Parc International — Free admission — Experience a vibrant celebration of music, food, and culture in the heart of Lafayette.

Luke Winslow-King Concert

2:30-6:30 a.m. — Amtrak Station - LFT — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of slide guitar and traditional jazz from a celebrated artist.

The Greg Gordon Project Live

7 p.m. — Brass Room — Cost Info Unavailable — Experience an evening of rhythm & blues performed live from The Brass Room.