Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
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🏘️ Community
On November 27, Love of People hosted its 12th Annual Community Thanksgiving with a Get One, Give One meal program at sites in Lafayette, New Iberia, and Opelousas.
In Lafayette, the Christian Resource Center held a free Thanksgiving dinner at 315 Johnston Street starting at 10 a.m.—and St. Joseph's Diner served meals to those experiencing hunger while accepting donations.
📰 Lifestyle
Several Christmas tree lots and farms have opened in Lafayette, offering pre-cut trees and choose-and-cut experiences with Fraser Fir, Leyland Cypress and Virginia Pine for families.
Residents can visit sites like Pollard’s Riversbend Farm - found at multiple locations - or choose a classic outing at Grant Christmas Tree Farm & Syrup Mill and Steele's Christmas Tree Farm.
🏈 Sports
LSU football will travel to No. 8 Oklahoma on Saturday, November 29 as the Tigers build on a two-game win streak while backup quarterback Michael Van Buren steps in for injured starter Garrett Nussmeier.
Key defender A.J. Haulcy — who leads in tackles — will be crucial as Oklahoma, led by quarterback John Mateer, aims to extend its winning record.
🎉 Lafayette Events
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Acadiana Giants Bowling Practice
9:00-10:30 a.m. — Premier's Acadiana Lanes — Free entry — Practice your strikes alongside the Acadiana Giants in support of Special Olympics Louisiana.
Postmodern Jukebox Performance
7:30-9 p.m. — Heymann Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience the sensational sounds of Postmodern Jukebox's new-millennium Roaring 20s celebration.
Festival of Lights
5:30-9 p.m. — Ochsner Parking Garage — Ticketed event — Celebrate the holidays with lights, food, music, and family fun activities.
The Gospel According to Scrooge
December 5-8 — 1100 Lee Ave, Lafayette, LA — Free entry — Experience a musical retelling of a classic Christmas tale with a message of transformation and grace.
Locally Filmed Christmas Movie Showing
5-9 p.m. — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Ticket price applies — Enjoy heartwarming local Christmas films and a Q&A with cast and crew.
George Porter Jr. Performance
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary bassist and funk pioneer perform classic grooves from his illustrious career.
Breakfast with Santa 2025
9 a.m. — Dave and Buster's Lafayette — $10+ — Celebrate the holiday season with Santa over a festive breakfast and exclusive arcade fun for the whole family.
Cajun Christmas Ballet
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Acadiana Center for the Arts — Family-friendly — Experience a Cajun-inspired ballet that celebrates Christmas through the adventures of Marie in the bayou.
Marc Broussard Concert
8:30 PM – 12:00 AM — Rock'n'Bowl® de Lafayette — $25 cover charge — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring Marc Broussard and special guest Mike Broussard.
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