For Immediate Release

NOTE: Events are ongoing as of email release date. Please check our web calendar for up to date changes.

April 20 - May 7 - Emily Burns: Life After War Exhibit - Emily Burns' Life After War stone lithography is on exhibit at the gallery. Paul Schexnayder Studio + Gallery, 335 W. Saint Peter St., New Iberia, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., (337) 364-2645, Facebook

May 2 - African American Civil War Veterans in Iberia Parish - The Iberia African American Historical Society and the University of Louisiana at Lafayette will present this free African American history seminar in person or via Zoom. Shadows-on-the-Teche Visitors Center, 320 E. Main St., New Iberia, 5:30-6:30 p.m., (337) 369-6446, Website, Facebook

May 3 - National Garden Meditation Day - Find your Zen amongst Jungle Gardens' giant oaks at this yoga and meditation class. Bring a yoga mat, water bottle and dress in comfortable active wear. $15 admission. Michelle White will lead the class through a 30 minute, beginner-friendly yoga flow. These exercises are non-intensive and can be practiced through gentle and moderate movement. Natalie Disch will lead the class through a 20 minute meditation. This will include the use of sound bowls (singing instruments that clear the mind and aid in healing). During this time, students will lie in a comfortable position, meditating and enjoying the peaceful sounds surrounding them. Jungle Gardens, 6164 Avery Island Rd., New Iberia, 5:30-6:30 p.m., 337-369-6243, Website, Facebook

May 3, 7, 10, 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, 31 - Teche Area Farmers Market - Experience a harvest of delicious homegrown produce and homemade products by area farmers, artists and crafters. Also included are handmade cypress yard objects, homemade bread and fresh baked goods, ceramics, honey, jellies, jams, herbs, candies, handcrafted wooden bowls and utensils, birdhouses, garden benches and much more. The market is held every Saturday morning from 7-11 a.m. and Tuesday afternoon from 2-6 p.m. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, (337) 369-2330, Website, Facebook

May 4, 11, 18, 25 - GLC Farmers Market - Every Wednesday. 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, 6110 Loreauville Rd., New Iberia, 2-6 p.m., (337) 577-9160, Website, Facebook

May 5, 12, 19, 26 - Bayou Teche French Table - Every Thursday. Celebrate our Cajun culture and improve your French speaking skills regardless of your level of French. Additionally, enjoy conversations with francophones and francophiles who visit New Iberia from all over the world as well as students in the French Immersion setting at North Lewis Elementary. Vive le français! McDonald's, 1501 Center St., New Iberia, 8:30-9:30 a.m., (337) 519-7942.

May 7 - Bayou Side Run - 5K or 1 mile walk/fun run in downtown New Iberia to raise mental health awareness and funds for the Iberia Mental Health Initiative. Admission. Bouligny Plaza, 128 W. Main St., New Iberia, 8-11 a.m., (832) 316-3267, Website, Facebook

May 7 - Delcambre Seafood & Farmers Market - First Saturday of the month from February to December except July. 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. Bayou Carlin Cove Boat Landing and Pavilion, 605 S. Railroad St. (Hwy. 330), Delcambre, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. (800) 884-6120 ext. 6, Website, Facebook

May 12 - 14 - Cruisin Cajun Country Cruise In - Cruise around Cajun Country with other car enthusiasts for fun, food, music and friendship, while spectators enjoy free car shows and entertainment. There will be tours, demonstrations and of course food. Admission for cruisers. Ramada Conference Center, 2915 Hwy. 14, New Iberia, 6 a.m.-9 p.m., (337) 277-7220, Website, Facebook

May 14 - Chitimacha Canoe, Kayak and SUP Race - A 10-mile race for kayaks, canoes, pirogues, and SUP's from Jeanerette to Charenton through the parishes of Iberia and St. Mary. The race begins in Jeanerette City Park and ends on the Chitimacha Reservation. Many classes of paddle craft. Everyone is welcome. Admission. Jeanerette City Park, 1603 Tarleton St., Jeanerette, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., (630) 605-0671, Website, Facebook

May 18 - Les Cadiens du Teche Cajun Dance - Every third Wednesday of the month. Les Cadiens du Teche (Cajun French Music Association) dance to Cajun music with a meal, door prizes, cake walk, 50/50 and camaraderie, at their monthly public meeting. Admission. La Louisiane Banquet Hall, 5509 Hwy. 14, New Iberia, 7-9:30 p.m., (337) 258-1876, Facebook

May 21 - Spring Trash Bash - Help The TECHE Project clean up the bayou by kayak, boat or land. Jeanerette City Park, 1580 Tarleton St., Jeanerette, 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., (337) 277-4645, Website, Facebook

May 21 - Flea Market at Ramada - Join Blessing New Iberia for a free outdoor flea market. It is $25 to sell your crafts, treats and yard sale items but free to visit and shop. Ramada Conference Center, 2915 Hwy. 14, New Iberia, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., (337) 241-4103, Facebook

May 21 - Loyalty & Armed Forces Day Ceremony - A celebration of our armed forces for keeping us safe at home and abroad with flag ceremony and harmony of patriotic music. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, 6-8 p.m., (337) 367-0308.

May 21 - IPAL Presents, "Broadway Backwards on the Bayou" - Iberia Performing Arts League's fundraiser will see men sing classic Broadway show tunes originally written for women and vice versa. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased online or at the ticket office the night of the performance. Proceeds from the fundraiser will be earmarked for sound and lighting upgrades. Essanee Theatre, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia, 7:30-9:30 p.m., (337) 364-6114, Website, Facebook

May 27 - 29 - Ranch Sorting - Ranch Sorting is an event that pits a team of two riders on horseback against the clock. Teamwork is the key with both riders working in harmony to cut out the correct cattle and drive them to the pen while keeping the wrong numbered cattle back. Free for spectators. SugArena at Acadiana Fairgrounds, 713 N.W. Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, Fri. 8-11:30 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m.- until, (337) 281-3920, Website, Facebook

May 27 - June 5 - IPAL Presents, "The Odd Couple" - Live theatre production, concessions. Admission. Essanee Theatre, 126 Iberia St., New Iberia, Thurs.-Sat. 7:30-10 p.m., Sun. 2-5 p.m., (337) 364-6114, Website, Facebook

May 28 - Beats on the Bayou - Gordon Bradberry Band - Live concert under Isle of Iberia's pavilion. Come out, meet friends, listen to live music and dance the evening away. Tickets are $10 and admission is open to the public. If you are staying at the Isle entertainment is included. Isle of Iberia RV Resort, 911 N.W. Bypass (Hwy. 3212), New Iberia, 6-9 p.m., (337) 256-8681, Website, Facebook

May 30 - Memorial Day Ceremony - A celebration commemorating all of our fallen soldiers with flag ceremony, 21 gun salute and harmony of patriotic music. Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia, 6-8 p.m., (337) 367-0308.