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![Sick 11-Year-Old Organizes Massive Hospital Christmas Toy Drive](http://townsquare.media/site/341/files/2014/12/Casey.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Sick 11-Year-Old Organizes Massive Hospital Christmas Toy Drive
Now, this is what the Christmas season is all about.
![How Are Candy Canes Made? Funny You Should Ask](http://townsquare.media/site/341/files/2014/12/Cane.jpg?w=980&q=75)
How Are Candy Canes Made? Funny You Should Ask
Forget about watching elves make toys this Christmas. Why not watch how some beloved holiday treats are made?
![Amazing Secret Santa Gifts Under $20 Will Make You a Holiday Hero](http://townsquare.media/site/341/files/2014/12/Secret.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Amazing Secret Santa Gifts Under $20 Will Make You a Holiday Hero
So, you barely know Larry from accounting, but you drew his name for your office's secret Santa. What do you do? Let us help.
![Iberia Deputies Make Christmas Brighter For Needy Family](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/12/Deputies-and-family-IPSO-photo.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Iberia Deputies Make Christmas Brighter For Needy Family
They were able to deliver toys, clothes and other needed items to the family living in temporary housing.
![Pillow Fights With Santa Claus Bring Joy to the World](http://townsquare.media/site/341/files/2014/12/Santa2.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Pillow Fights With Santa Claus Bring Joy to the World
If you think Santa preps for his big day by sitting around the mall letting kids hop on his lap telling him what they want, think again. It turns out he needs to blow off some steam just like the rest of us.
![Unusual Christmas Dinners Around the World Are a Shock to the Taste Buds](http://townsquare.media/site/341/files/2014/12/Dinner.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Unusual Christmas Dinners Around the World Are a Shock to the Taste Buds
Ham may be the gold standard for Christmas dinner in the States, but step outside the border and you're bound to find a whole other kind of meal for the big day.
![Watch the Most Absolutely Perfect Way to Wrap a Gift](http://townsquare.media/site/341/files/2014/12/Present.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Watch the Most Absolutely Perfect Way to Wrap a Gift
If there's one thing harder than finding the perfect holiday gift, it's wrapping the perfect holiday gift once you do manage to find it.
![Police Stop Drivers — To Give Them Surprise Christmas Presents](http://townsquare.media/site/341/files/2014/12/Police.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Police Stop Drivers — To Give Them Surprise Christmas Presents
Cops behaving badly has been a hot-button issue this year, between high-profile cases in Ferguson and New York City, but don't forget there are officers who do plenty of good.
![Veterans Needed To Participate In Sonic Christmas Parade](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2012/12/Sonic-4.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Veterans Needed To Participate In Sonic Christmas Parade
The Sonic Christmas Parade will roll through Downtown Lafayette this Sunday, and all veterans from every branch of the military are urged to march (or ride) in the parade.
![All Gave Some, Some Gave All](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2014/05/Youngsville-6-e1400864426618.jpg?w=980&q=75)
All Gave Some, Some Gave All
This weekend we observe Memorial Day, a day to reflect upon those souls that were lost defending our country.
![Lafayette Concert Band Memorial Day Concert](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2014/05/182297022.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette Concert Band Memorial Day Concert
The Lafayette Concert Band will pay tribute to those who have served our country, and who died fighting for our freedom, on Sunday, May 25th, at a Memorial Day Concert.
![Lafayette Area Restaurants Open on Mother's Day](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2014/05/RS3525_87778447-scr.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Lafayette Area Restaurants Open on Mother's Day
Mother's Day is Sunday, May 11, 2014. Don't let Mom do the cooking on her day! Treat her to breakfast in bed or take her out for a hot meal that somebody else prepared and cleaned up after! These Lafayette area restaurants will be open on Mother's Day, 2014...
![Family Easter Event at Vermilionville Saturday](http://townsquare.media/site/33/files/2014/03/97918440.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Family Easter Event at Vermilionville Saturday
This Saturday, March 29, Vermilionville will host an Easter celebration for the whole family, which includes a prettiest egg contest, pâquer tournament and a Cajun jam!
![Is This the Funniest King Cake Fail Ever?](http://townsquare.media/site/182/files/2014/02/king-cake.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Is This the Funniest King Cake Fail Ever?
There's a plethora of king cake flavors -- blueberry, lemon, strawberry and chocolate, to name a few. But one store has accidentally invented a brand new one.
![Arc Of Acadiana Mardi Gras Bead Drive](http://townsquare.media/site/29/files/2013/01/mardi-gras.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Arc Of Acadiana Mardi Gras Bead Drive
After you catch all those Mardi Gras beads, what are you going to do with them? DONATE THEM!! Arc of Acadiana is having a Mardi Gras Bead Drive...
![Vermilionville To Host Courir de Mardi Gras](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/02/courir-de-mardi-gras-vermilionville1-630x417.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Vermilionville To Host Courir de Mardi Gras
Country Mardi Gras is coming to the city with the arrival of the Courir de Mardi Gras at Vermilionville Feb. 16.
![Chef Pat Mould Talks King Cakes–News Junkies Cafe](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/02/Meches-King-Cake-Facebook.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Chef Pat Mould Talks King Cakes–News Junkies Cafe
It's that time of year again when Mardi Gras lovers can take part in one of the best parts of the season: king cake.
![A Mardi Gras Ball For Everyone, Plus Additional Smaller Tables Available!](http://townsquare.media/site/36/files/2014/02/district-red-hot-ball.jpg?w=980&q=75)
A Mardi Gras Ball For Everyone, Plus Additional Smaller Tables Available!
Get your tickets now because they are selling quickly.
![Become Royalty With The Red Hot Mardi Gras Ball Costume Contest!](http://townsquare.media/site/34/files/2014/01/Fotor0131111449.jpg?w=980&q=75)
Become Royalty With The Red Hot Mardi Gras Ball Costume Contest!
Have you ever dreamed of being royal? Enter the Red Hot Mardi Gras Ball Costume contest for a chance to be royalty.
![Waitress Receives Massive Tip After Returning Lost Money to Wrong Guy](http://townsquare.media/site/341/files/2013/12/Samantha-Knight-waitress.png?w=980&q=75)
Waitress Receives Massive Tip After Returning Lost Money to Wrong Guy
The giving spirit is strong this time of year.