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10/10/2026

10/09/2026

Drink These Teas to Age Better

10/06/2026

Instead of leaving our neighbors to survive brutal Minnesota winters on the streets, Minneapolis funded a groundbreaking solution.

An old warehouse was transformed into Avivo Village—a revolutionary indoor community of 100 private tiny homes.

This is far more than an emergency shelter. It is a secure sanctuary where residents instantly access life-changing support under one single roof.

By combining stable housing with mental health care, addiction recovery, career counseling, and direct pathways to permanent homes, the nonprofit Avivo is doing what once seemed impossible.Supported by a powerful coalition of public and private funding, this village has already helped hundreds of people transition off the streets, proving that with dignity, resources, and safety, people can successfully rebuild their lives.

10/05/2026

🌿 Which Foods Support Which Part of Your Body? 🌿
Your liver, kidneys, and lungs already do the "cleansing" for you. What you eat can support them with the nutrients they use every day. Here's a simple guide:
🍋 Lemon: vitamin C for general liver and immune support
🥬 Spinach: iron and folate for healthy blood
🥒 Cucumber: hydrating, which helps your kidneys
🧄 Garlic: traditionally enjoyed for heart and circulation health
🥕 Carrots: beta-carotene for eye health
🥦 Broccoli: antioxidants for lung and cell health
🍎 Apple: fiber for digestion
🌽 Corn: fiber for a healthy gut
🍇 Grapes: polyphenols for heart health
🍵 Green tea: antioxidants for your cells
🥭 Mango: vitamins A and C for skin
🍌 Banana: gentle on the stomach
🥥 Coconut water: hydration and electrolytes
🍅 Tomato: lycopene, studied for prostate health
🥔 Potato: a source of potassium and carbs for energy
🍓 Strawberry: vitamin C for gums and oral health
✨ The takeaway: no single food "detoxes" your body. A colorful, varied diet, plenty of water, and good habits are what support it.
For educational purposes only. Not medical advice. Speak with a healthcare professional about your health needs.
Spices & Herbs / Rooted in Nature, Backed by Wisdom 🍄‍🟫

09/25/2026

Are you excited about tomorrow’s vendors at the Lafayette Farmers Market? We are 🙌

70° and a Saturday at the Market? Say less. 🍂🧺
 
The Market Oaks + Doerle Pavilion are calling tomorrow morning from 8AM–12PM. Come see who’s setting up, find a few new favorites and enjoy one of those Lafayette mornings we’ve been waiting for. Cajun Jam kicks off at 9AM. 🎻
 
See you at the Market!
 
📌  Moncus Park
📅  Every Saturday | 8AM-12PM | Rain or shine 
 

09/17/2026

There’s still plenty happening in Acadiana this September! 🍂🎶

Here’s your look at what’s happening September 16–30, with festivals, live music, markets, community events, UL athletics and plenty of ways to get out and enjoy Acadiana.

A few highlights coming up:

🍲 Lydia Cajun Food Fest
🛍️ Tinsel & Treasures
🌾 Louisiana Sugar Cane Festival
🎶 Downtown Rising
🎭 Jersey Boys
🎵 Branford Marsalis & Dianne Reeves
🦟 Louisiana Mosquito Festival
🪽 Parks Family Fest – Wings and a Prayer at Cecile Poche Park
🥕 Farmers markets throughout Acadiana
🎶 Cajun music, community concerts & more!

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Find even more local events at www.townplanner.com

09/09/2026

Stress is a normal response that helps the body respond to challenges, but prolonged or excessive stress can affect multiple aspects of health. 🧠 During stressful situations, the body releases hormones that increase alertness and prepare you to respond, while chronic stress can keep these systems activated for longer than necessary. ⚠️

This may contribute to sleep difficulties, muscle tension, headaches, digestive symptoms, irritability, and difficulty concentrating in some people. 😴 Long-term stress is also associated with cardiovascular and mental-health risks, although it is rarely the sole cause of a specific disease. ❤️ Managing stress does not mean eliminating every stressful situation; instead, it involves developing healthy ways to respond and recover. 🌿

Regular physical activity, adequate sleep, social connection, relaxation techniques, time outdoors, and enjoyable activities can all support wellbeing. 🚶 If stress feels overwhelming or begins interfering significantly with work, relationships, sleep, or daily functioning, professional support can be valuable. 🩺 Persistent physical symptoms should also be assessed rather than automatically attributed to stress. 🔎

Taking short breaks, practicing slow breathing, organizing responsibilities, and setting realistic boundaries can provide practical ways to manage everyday pressure. 🧘 Your mental wellbeing and physical health are connected, so caring for both is an important part of a sustainable healthy lifestyle. ❤️

09/07/2026

It’s time for another Look Ahead to the Weekend!

Acadiana has a little bit of everything happening September 12–13! Start Saturday with one of our local farmers markets, take part in the Dance Away 5K, browse the Lafayette Coin Show, enjoy CFMA Cajun Jam, Art Walk, Fit Fête Fusion, or Movies at Moncus.

🎶 Music fans can catch Little Big Town in Youngsville, while football fans have LSU vs. LA Tech and Louisiana Football @ USC to look forward to! 🏈

On Sunday, celebrate Grandparents Day, check out Visite de Broussard or the Community Harvest Market, and enjoy an Acadiana Sunday tradition with Le Bal du Dimanche. ❤️

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🌐 Find even more events happening around Acadiana at www.townplanner.com

09/07/2026