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Acadiana Lifestyle has a five- parish coverage area and has been celebrating the people, places, events, art, food and music of Acadiana for 30 plus years.

07/18/2025

Toast of the Town // Brain Freeze
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When the summer heat settles in across South Louisiana, there’s nothing quite like a frozen drink to take the edge off. While we’ll always love a classic drive-thru daiquiri, these cool concoctions come from local spots where you can sip alongside a great meal—or grab one to go. From bold flavor combos to refreshing twists on the classics, these frozen cocktails are as creative as they are cooling. Here’s where to chill out in style this summer.

07/14/2025

Open Mic Night // 🎤
“It doesn’t matter if it’s a little open mic or a longer feature set, I still get nervous.”
Comedian Lester Hebert says the key to open mic success is showing up consistently, writing your own material, and learning from both wins and bombs. He advises first-timers to practice out loud, time their sets, and never run the light. Watching the crowd before your turn can help you adjust your set, and nerves are totally normal—just find your own pre-show ritual. Most importantly, respect the space, support other performers, and treat every mic as a chance to get better.

07/11/2025

On Trend // Seeing Stars
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In honor of this year’s Stars of Style honorees, we’re celebrating all things star-studded. From sparkling accessories to celestial prints, these local finds bring the dazzle. After all, there’s a little room for stardom in everyone’s closet.

07/08/2025

Artist Profile // Phyllis Lear
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Phyllis Lear is a mixed-media artist who transforms traditional quilting yo-yos into intricate fine art, using her background in painting, textiles, and multiple master’s degrees to push creative boundaries. Inspired by family traditions and personal experiences, Lear’s work addresses themes from nature to political and social issues, with series like “Dementia” drawing on poignant real-life stories. Her art has been exhibited nationally, and she continues to innovate with pieces such as “Cosmic Womb” and “Washed Away,” reflecting her feminist views and global concerns. Currently, Lear teaches art and is featured in a group exhibition at the Acadiana Center for the Arts, showcasing a deeply personal piece that honors her grandmother.

07/07/2025

Letter from the Editor //

07/04/2025

Here’s to the land of the free because of the brave. ❤️🤍💙

Have a safe and fun Fourth of July! 🇺🇸

07/02/2025

Stars of Style // Vote til July 19th
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Make plans now to attend the 2025 Stars of Style Gala on July 19 at the Cyr Gates Community Center in New Iberia, the premier fundraising event of the Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival’s 82nd year. This exciting evening will feature 21 honorees—10 women, 11 men, including married couples and farmer father/daughter duos—competing for the coveted Top of the Crop title, with every $1 vote supporting festival fundraising efforts. Enjoy cocktails, entertainment, auctions, and dancing, and don’t forget to cast your vote at https://app.osmosvote.com/event/2YOLS1 by the end of the program!

07/01/2025

July Issue // ☀️
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Meet and vote on your favorite Stars of Style. Plus, learn tips and tricks for your first open mic night and join Mahjong mania! All this and more in the July issue!

06/27/2025

Greaux Like a Local

🌱 Want to make a real difference for the planet—right in your own backyard? The Acadiana Native Plant Project is helping locals “greaux native” by growing and sharing plants that support pollinators, restore habitats, and reconnect us to Louisiana’s natural roots. From their Arnaudville greenhouse to “Yard to Habitat” workshops, they’re educating, planting, and transforming landscapes one garden at a time. As ANPP’s Heather Warner-Finley says, “We’re not just about pretty flowers—we’re about purpose.” 💚

06/26/2025

Personality Profile // Valerie Woerner
“God has changed my heart from being ambitious and a perfectionist to being comfortable with a slower pace.”

🙏 In a noisy world, Valerie Woerner found clarity through prayer—and turned that into a decade-long mission with Val Marie Paper, helping thousands strengthen their spiritual lives through beautifully designed prayer journals. What began as a personal tool to manage anxiety during pregnancy blossomed into a thriving business, with nearly 100,000 journals sold and six books published. After stepping back in 2023, she passed the torch to focus on homeschooling, supporting her pastor husband, and writing her heartfelt Substack, Asking Questions. “I’m not holding it all together anymore,” she says. “I’m walking with God—one step at a time.” ✨

06/25/2025

Women Making a Difference // Sarah Clement
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Sarah Clement, Chief Administrative Officer at Catholic Charities of Acadiana, has dedicated her career to serving marginalized communities, inspired by a childhood love of saints and a life-changing mission trip to Mexico. Since joining Catholic Charities in 2012, she’s led with compassion and vision, recently focusing on securing affordable housing for clients. With a law degree and multiple certifications, she brings both heart and strategic expertise to the organization. “The work here is a calling,” she says, “a never-ending mission to serve with excellence.”

06/20/2025

Women Making a Difference // Reecie Gilmore
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After losing her two-year-old son Clinton to drowning in 2008, Reecie Gilmore turned her grief into purpose by founding RescYOU Group, a nonprofit that supports families grieving the loss of children ages 1–18. Based in Acadiana, the organization provides counseling, sibling support, and funeral assistance, reaching over 2,000 families since 2021. Gilmore’s mission is to help parents find a place where grief and joy can coexist. “It’s not time that heals,” she says, “it’s what we do with our time.”

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