Welcome to Macaroni KID New Iberia!
In May 2021, I officially became the Publisher for Macaroni KID New Iberia and began my journey working with the largest family-focused digital media and advertising company in the country. When I joined this amazing group of folks, it was one of the quirkiest and weirdest times that I have lived through thus far.
As we slowly began to come out of the isolation of 2020 and the pandemic that faced our world, many families were looking forward to being together again to celebrate at local events, festivals, and other community gatherings. It was a slow start but we were able to navigate our way through moving from solely virtual events and back into in-person happenings in New Iberia and throughout Acadiana.
What is Macaroni KID New Iberia?
I get asked this question, a lot!
We have many families in Acadiana that are already connected to the other area publishers for Macaroni KID in Lafayette and Acadia-St. Landry, yet there are still so many who are not quite sure who we are or what we do. Let me answer that question for you here!
Macaroni KID New Iberia offers the latest news on local activities and family-fun events, while supporting our local businesses and organizations. We are a community partner in the areas we publish in and are dedicated to keeping followers updated with current events, news, and other opportunities that your family may benefit from. We participate in local community events and enjoy facilitating activities for local children that allow them to be creative and have fun.
As the Publisher and Editor for Macaroni KID New Iberia, my goal is to be the top stop for all families in New Iberia, Abbeville, Franklin, Morgan City, Breaux Bridge, and St. Martinville to get information they can use every day. Our website features information like:
- Low cost or FREE family-friendly events
- Resources and other types of community support for local families
- Parenting tips and how-to insights from our wide community of Macaroni KID Publishers
- Collaborations with local organizations and area non-profits that can offer support for local families
- Ideas for at-home fun and learning with your children, like crafts and holidays celebrations
- Feature articles on diversity awareness and highlight ways to bring our community together
- Easy recipes to help busy families navigate their weekly schedules
- Community sponsorships with local businesses and organizations to help promote their products and services
and much, much more! As a homeschooling, work-from-home mom, I also plan on featuring content that spotlights what we do as a homeschooling family.
Our mail focus is to provide the insight, resources, and information for all families in Iberia, Vermilion, St. Martin, and St. Mary parishes. You can find a complete calendar of events on our website that shows upcoming events in New Iberia, Franklin, Morgan City, Abbeville, Breaux Bridge, and St. Martinville. You can also submit your own free or low-cost events directly on our site by heading here. (All submissions are reviewed by our team before adding them to the calendar.)
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Best of all: You can receive a FREE weekly newsletter delivered to your email inbox every Thursday full of local events and stories -- guaranteeing you won't ever miss a thing. Our subscribers get some of the best content first!
All you have to do is sign up here to start getting your free weekly calendar of events!
About the Publisher
As a mother of four, I was always on the lookout for family fun events, discounts, and deals that allowed me to enjoy time with all of my children who were of varying ages at the time. Finding Macaroni KID years ago allowed us to participate in activities that we could all enjoy. I am so honored to now be a part of that team that is here to assist our local families in doing the same.
Born and raised in New Orleans, Louisiana I made my way to the Acadiana area over 12 years ago and fell in love. I'm enamored with the New Iberia area and still wonder in the charm of this town as I discover new things about the area all the time. This community pulls together in tough times and enjoys celebrating all of the local cultures and heritages that make us who we are. It truly is a wonderful community to be a part of.
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About Macaroni KID
Macaroni KID New Iberia is part of a national organization that includes local publishers that provide content for more than 3,000,000 families in 4,000+ communities across the United States and Canada.
In 2020, Macaroni KID merged forces with CertifiKID, a nationally recognized website that offers discounts on kids' activities and family experiences. This merger allows Macaroni KID Publishers to provide not only the best local content, but also share the best deals on family-friendly attractions, events, and experiences. Who doesn't love discounts!
And our Macaroni KID family continued to grow in January of 2023 as CertifiKID, Macaroni KID's parent company, acquired Hulafrog. Hulafrog is similar to Macaroni KID in that it has long been a leading business in the local, parent-focused digital media and advertising space. This acquisition allows us to bring even more family-focused content under our umbrella of options for our followers and subscribers.
Ready to join our Macaroni KID family?
Here's what to do:
- Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter to be the first to know what's happening around
- Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and TikTok for the latest news and info on family fun
- Check the Macaroni KID New Iberia website for our list of free community guides
- Know others with kids who may be interested? Share Macaroni KID New Iberia with them to help us continue to grow!
Thank you for your support and for allowing me to be your guide to local events and resources for you and your family!
Wishing you peace, love, and macaroni,
Tracie Ysaguire
Publisher and Editor
Macaroni KID New Iberia
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