Le Pavillon private event venue. Summer officially ends in the Northern Hemisphere on August 31st. There are plenty of places to visit and things to do in the Lafayette area that will help you get the most out of these last few summer days.

Museums are a wonderful way to spend an afternoon or day. Learning about an area’s history opens a window to appreciating the culture, heritage, and background of your neighbors and surroundings.

Five museums that are worth visiting in the area are:
Children’s Museum of Acadiana, 201 E. Congress Street, Lafayette, La.
Full of interactive exhibits that allow kids (and their supervising adults) a way to gain practical knowledge about a wide variety of subject matters.

Lafayette Science Museum, 433 Jefferson Street, Lafayette, La.
Displays that include hands-on experiences in marine biology, paleontology and geology make for hours of family fun. A planetarium transports you to the galaxies.

The African American Museum, 121 New Market Street, St. Martinville, La.
Regional stories, artifacts, and artwork make up the displays at this near Lafayette space.

Paul and Lulu Hilliard University Art Museum, 710 E. St. Mary Boulevard, Lafayette, La.
This University of Louisiana campus museum houses rotating exhibitions in three main galleries. Displays change with the semesters so there is almost always something new to see. Currently on exhibition is Salvador Dali’s STAIRWAY TO HEAVEN Jun 08, 2018 — Jan 18, 2019.

Shadows on the Teche, 317 E. Main Street, New Iberia, La.
The classification of this location is as a historic house and garden. Each room of this Bayou Teche gem will transport you back in time. Located in picturesque New Iberia, it is worth the quick drive to explore this stately home and lush vegetation.

Rather spend time outdoors than inside a building? The Lafayette, Louisiana area offers much by way of outdoor recreation. A few places to visit:

Thomas Park Recreation Center, 300 Geraldine Drive, Lafayette, La.
A recreational sports lovers outdoors paradise! Jogging paths, tennis courts (lit at night) basketball courts, and a playground make this an excellent location for all kinds of sports lovers. Ask about lessons.

Acadiana Park Nature Station, 1205 E. Alexander Street, Lafayette, La.
150 acres with environmental education offerings. Take a guided nature hike. Nearby campgrounds if you wish to spend the night.

Heymann Park, 1500 S. Orange Street, Lafayette, La.
A traditional park with play equipment, tennis and basketball courts, baseball fields, and jogging trail.
Lafayette is a great city to explore and like any great city, there are marvelous attractions to visit. A few locals attractions are:
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Vermilionville Historic Village, 300 Fisher Road, Lafayette, La.
Cajun and Creole restored historic structures populate this folklife park. Cultures represented and celebrated here include Acadian, Creole, and Native American.

Acadian Cultural Center, 501 Fisher Road, Lafayette, La.
Free attraction with artifacts, educational film, and a gift shop allows exploration of the area’s rich history.
Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, 515 Cathedral Street, Lafayette, La.
This example of Romanesque Revival architecture is the mother church for the Catholic Diocese of Lafayette. Sitting on 7 acres since 1916 you can enjoy the peace and quiet of the stained-glass filled structure.

As summer 2018 winds down, you may be looking ahead and planning your fall or winter events. If a wedding, corporate gathering, or special event are in your future, please visit Le Pavilion. This reception and private event venue is located in Parc Lafayette and offers luxurious surroundings that will impress even the most discriminating guest.

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​June seems to be a month filled with weddings. You will likely find yourself at a wedding venue sometime within the first 30 days of the summer season. How did this tradition come about? Historians offer a few of the reasons that June became a popular wedding month.

Who wouldn’t want a marriage protected by the force of a goddess? Juno, the goddess that the month of June derives its name from, is the goddess that was/is the protector of women. Her powers were particularly strong and effective when it came to protecting fertility and love.

It is said that love leads to marriage which then leads to a baby carriage. Centuries ago marriage nearly always led to child bearing. Due to this expectation of women, most married in the month of June (Juno) to honor this extraordinary goddess to have their love and reproductive efforts protected by her ultimate force.

Another motive historians found was that weddings held in June correlated with preferred birth dates. Most brides were expectant mothers within the first month of their nuptials.  If you become pregnant in June or July that means your baby would be born between February and April.

Babies that are born in the Spring time of year, or planting time of year, didn’t interfere with harvest time in the late summer and early fall.  The women were able to help on the farm bringing with the crops if they had a child in the Spring.

Another prominent reason that couples opted to marry in June is because it was annual bath time.  You read that right. In the 14th century people bathed annually. Once a year you had your bath, or the first of a few baths, in June when the weather was once again warm.

The tradition of having bridal showers and flowers stems from the practice of having an annual bath time.  Flowers were first used to decorate and for the bridal party to carry or wear to mask the aromas of taking a bath just once a year.

Bridal showers, somewhat self-explanatory, it was a gift to bathe before the nuptials. Showering the couple with needed things became synonymous with the actual cleansing ritual of soaping up under running water.

Fast forward to the time where we bathe regularly, sometimes multiple times a day, and June is still a popular month for weddings.  In fact, there are still more June brides than in any other month.

The popularity of June nuptials was represented in movies like June Bride and in the song by the same name in the musical Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.  If a movie and song weren’t enough to continue to influence brides in choosing a June date for their wedding, there are a few common-sense reasons in modern times.

Modern reasons that many couples opt to hold their ceremony in June include school schedules, the warm weather, and the month of June is the only summer month that doesn’t have a major holiday.
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No matter the month you plan to wed, put Le Pavilion on your wedding venue list.  With a stunning outdoor Colonnade and three exquisite ballrooms, you are sure to find the reception space of your dreams  Visit their website for more information on the opulent wedding and reception halls to host your special day.

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​If your thoughts involve selecting a private event venue in Lafayette, there are three things you should consider to guarantee success.  Those three things are location, atmosphere, and value.
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Whether planning a once in a lifetime wedding experience, yearly corporate event, or hosting a party to celebrate someone or something, here is how Le Pavillon honors the important roles of location, atmosphere, and value:
Location, location, location.  Tripling that word for effect became popular years ago because where something is located says so much.  Guests of any event want a place that they can access with ease, has adequate attended parking, and is centrally positioned to major roadways, attractions, and businesses.

Le Pavillon is located in the heart of Acadiana in Parc Lafayette on Kaliste Saloom Road.  The Hilton Home 2 Suites is next door.  Eateries, shopping, and access to the Interstate are all within minutes of this venue.  Parking is abundant, well-lit, and valet service can be procured for any type event.  Have guests that will be utilizing air travel to your event?  The regional airport is about a 15-minute drive from this beautiful facility.

Geographically speaking the surroundings of Le Pavillon surpass the mark.  Aesthetically speaking you want your surroundings to be breath taking.

Venue atmosphere will aid in creating the mood you want for your private event.  The grand French architectural lines, lush foliage, and antique décor that lends itself to old world opulence will appeal to all five senses.

Three exquisite event rooms are at the ready to be adorned to your specifications.  Whether your party is an intimate affair for a small group or your corporate event will host hundreds, this venue can accommodate.

Adding to the atmosphere of your event is the dedicated staff that will serve your guests.  Kindness, professionalism, and attention to detail are characteristics of the service that the Le Pavillon staff takes pride in providing.

A list of preferred vendors, award winning photographers, caterers, and planners can be arranged to make your event memorable. Le Pavillon is a venue adaptable to any theme or event.

Value can be used to define importance or monetary worth.  The question, “What’s the value to you?”, should be asked when deciding on your private event venue. When considering that question, think about the lasting impression your attendees will have with the entire experience in mind?

Your guests will feel so very special attending an event at Le Pavillon.  Lasting impressions are made at this premier facility.

To explore the location, atmosphere, and value of holding your private event at Le Pavillon arrange a tour of the grounds by calling 337-371-1076.

Hours of operation are Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m., Friday 8 a.m. until noon, and Saturday and Sunday are by appointment.

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​Year-end holidays bring much opportunity to appreciate and celebrate the people you work alongside daily.  These are the people who you see day in and day out at the office or the ones who you cross paths within your daily duties. These are the people who make things happen in your place of business or service organization. Wouldn’t you like to show them how much you appreciate their hard work and dedication with a tailored to their uniqueness party or celebration at an event venue that is versed in offering the finest in hospitality, food, drink, and surroundings?

You can do just that right now.  It is not too late to book your Thanksgiving, Christmas, and/or New Year’s celebration at Le Pavilion.

End of year holidays offers the perfect opportunity to welcome your staff and/or customers to an event themed around the national days of celebration that are quickly approaching.  Fall’s biggest holiday is Thanksgiving. Wouldn’t it be awesome to offer thanks and appreciation for a job well done throughout the year with a special lunch or dinner?

The first Thanksgiving did just that when a diverse group that worked together to survive gave thanks for the abundance that was to be theirs due to their relationship.  Your group can do a similar thing gathered around tables where a celebratory meal can be held to mark the many successes experienced in the past year and the ones that are yet to come.

Christmas, Hanukah, and Kwanzaa celebrate community with customs that involve giving.  Your business holiday celebration or party could be based on giving as well.  Organize a charity event where employees can give back to the community where they live, work, and play.

Prefer to share a gift with your customers and employees, do so at a meet and greet with cookies and cocoa where people can come and go as it is convenient for them.  Holding something at a special location with beautiful surroundings will be a gift in itself when you utilize the best event venue.

New Year’s is a great holiday to say goodbye to the successes of last year and hello to the various opportunities in the new one.  It is also an opportunity to host a party for your employee’s hard work.

Regardless of the type of end-of-year holiday event you would like to host, Le Pavilion as one of Lafayette Louisiana’s premier reception venues is ready to help you. The incredible staff is ready to throw a festive celebration in surroundings fit for any size and holiday party.

Whether you would like to host an exquisite sit-down dinner with a string ensemble playing softly in the background, a casual buffet with a comedian or motivational speaker or an assortment of appetizers with an open bar and a band or DJ that gets everyone on the dance floor, Le Pavilion has the roster of vendors for you. Already know who you want to cater your event and have a favorite band on hold for your special party and just need the right place to hold the festivities? This event venue can accommodate in that way as well.

You owe it to yourself and to your guests to find out how Le Pavilion can tailor an event celebrating the end of year holidays for you. You’ll be thankful you explored this event venue and staff that lives to give you the best.

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​Bridal magazines and jewelry companies say that 40 percent of all proposals of marriage occur in the month of February.  These proposals are centered around the celebration of St. Valentine whose Feast Day is February 14th.  This day of love usually includes flowers, candy, and a special meal.  When you add a proposal to the mix, the festivities also include a ring.

The engagement ring traces back to the 1400s. Archeological digs have revealed women, and occasionally men, wore special rings to signify they were promised or engaged to someone.  In the United States, jewelers experienced an upswing in the sale of diamond engagement rings right as the Depression was ending. The increasing sales were credited to the advertising campaign of the DeBeers jewelry company who made a diamond engagement ring de rigueur for couples.

Engagement rings range from the traditional to custom one-of-a-kind pieces that reflect the tastes and personalities of the couple.  The traditional diamond engagement ring is a band of platinum, gold, or silver with a single stone, in a prong setting, in the center of the band.  Popular diamond shapes are the round, square, pear, marquise, heart, rectangular, and oval. Cushion is the same as square and emerald, princess, and radiant are all cuts of the rectangular shape.

The shape is the appearance of the stone.  The cut of the diamond is the way that it reflects light.  This reflection is what makes the diamond sparkle.  Certain shapes can be cut to allow greater reflection than others. These cuts obtain names of their own.

Pure diamonds are perfectly colorless and transparent. When grading a diamond, you will hear about clarity or how transparent or pure the stone appears.  While the clear diamond is the most popular engagement ring stone choice, many betrothed sport colored diamonds on their ring finger.

Yellow diamonds, brown or chocolate diamonds, black diamonds, pink diamonds, and blue diamonds have all set fashions trends in the past 50 years.  Color is many times made a popular choice when a celebrity or fashionista betrothed gifts them with a colored diamond.  In the last decade, canary yellow diamonds were on the hand of Jennifer Lopez, Carrie Underwood, Nicki Minaj, and Heidi Klum.

Diamonds are not the only popular stone in engagement rings.  By far, one of the most famous engagement rings in the world is a blue sapphire surrounded by diamonds.  That ring was the one selected by a nineteen-year-old Lady Diana Spencer when Prince Charles asked her to marry him in the early ’80s.  The ring presently is worn by Her Royal Highness the Duchess of Cambridge since it was Prince Williams choice to present to her when she was asked to marry him.

Iconic engagement rings, in addition to Princess Diana’s heirloom ring that Duchess Kate wears, is the emerald and diamond ring of Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy, the emerald cut, platinum set, 18 karats on Beyoncé’s ring finger, and Lady Gaga’s heart shaped diamond presented on Valentine’s Day a few years ago.

Regardless of the day, type of stone, or if the ring is an heirloom or not, your engagement ring is special to you.  Once engaged, you want your wedding venue to be just as outstandingly special. Le Pavilion in Parc Lafayette invites you to consult with them and their many experts to plan your perfect day.

In addition to being an exquisite wedding venue, Le Pavilion can host your special events like rehearsal dinners, engagement teas, and private parties.  Come tour this engaging space today as a wedding and reception venue.

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The New Year brings plenty of occasions for special hairstyles in Louisiana with Mardi Gras balls and parties.  Our everyday hairstyles are important too.  Great looking hair can be yours when you allow yourself to experience a new hairstyle that is on-trend for 2019 whether it’s your new everyday look or a special look for turning heads when you arrive at your Mardi Gras event venue.
Hair trends for women are all about movement.  Whether the length is long, medium or short, movement and texture play large roles in fashionable, trending hairstyles for women.  Some of the best looks are:

Choppy—think defined pieces all over your head.  Blunt pieces help produce the choppy look.

Piecey—almost the same as choppy but not as defined.  Blended pieces create the look that flows together rather than laying roughly against each other.

Feathering—the popular 70’s icon looks returns.  Feathering, especially around the face, creates an eye-enhancing effect that softens features as well.

Layered—whether defined or subtle, layered hair is the way to go.  Layers help grow out many styles and allows for maximum movement.

Waves—think soft curls brushed out just leaving a hint of movement.  Beachy hair looks remain popular.  Imagine the wave hair gets naturally when allowed to dry in salt air at the beach.  That’s the kind of waves that are on trend for the new year.

Textured—think polished bed head.  When you wake up with pillow pressed movement into your hair, imagine being able to neaten that look for all day:  that’s the kind of texture that will be a popular look.

Movement is important is special occasion hairdos too.  Whether wedding day hair for the bride, attendant, or flower girl or special occasion hairdos for a Mardi Gras Ball attendee or court member, there are three big looks for 2019.

Half and Half—this updo has some of hair up and some of the hair down.  Loose buns with escaped pieces look right as do random strands pinned up for a controlled, messy look.

Accessorized—headbands, jewels, ribbon sashes, barrettes…the accessory doesn’t matter as long as the hair is adorned.  Simple is more on trend than elaborate so when selecting an accessory for your special occasion, keep the less is more rule front of mind.

Braids—as an accent or the focal point of your hairdo, braids are a great look.  Loosely braided hair allows for movement and polish at the same time.  Even short hair looks great with a tiny side braid or a headband made from braided hair adds a special touch.  Braids with ribbons woven with the hair uses two on-trend looks at one time.

While women’s hairstyles are all about movement, trends in men’s hairstyles were more about control.  Some on trend 2019 styles for men’s hair includes:

Crew cuts—not just for the military bound any longer.  Super short crew cuts are the ultimate masculine look right now.

Pompadour—if a short cut isn’t for you, keep your hair longer and style it into a pompadour.  Short on the sides with longer hair on top is the signature pompadour look.

Hard side part—make a dramatic statement with a hard side part that fades into a combover if you want some longer hair.  If you keep your hair short and neat, the hard side part is a trendy retro look for men.

Slicked back—another popular look is slicked back with gel.  This look is particularly on trend with a full beard.

Beard or Shaven—both on trend.  A rule of thumb with 2019 hair?  The shorter the hair the fuller the beard.

Whether opting for one of these trends for your everyday look or for special occasions, like a wedding or Mardi Gras ball, you’ll look picture perfect wherever you go!

Le Pavilion is the on-trend private event venue for 2019. Tour this special event facility today and reserve this incredible venue for the special occasions in your life.

Are you celebrating New Year’s Eve with a party this year? We curated a few festive ideas to help decorate your party venue in Lafayette Louisiana. Whether you are hosting an elegant soiree or a casual get together, your event can benefit from one or more of the glitzy ideas below.

1. Party Table – Get inspired by a mirrored disco ball centerpiece, clock collection and candles (many of which you can find at the Dollar Store). This elegant table will be sure to wow your party guests!
2. Mini Bow Ties (DIY style) – Try adorable bow ties with adhesive color gemstone buttons to dress up champagne glasses. The color can identify to whom the flute belongs on New Year’s Eve. 
3. Elegant Table Scapes – While white, silver and gray tend to be the color scheme for New Year’s Eve, you could pull in any trio of colors using Christmas tree décor. Light or dark, consider layering in party hats and horns for the count down. Silver or Gold tinsel ribbon tied around cocktail napkins add a festive touch and sprinkle the extra tinsel around the tables for a glitter effect when the lights dim. 
4. Black & Gold – This color duo brings elegance and drama to any table. Adorn your chairs like a gift-wrapped present — wrap chairs with iridescent fabric for that extra wow factor.
5. Festive Themed Party Table – Add stylish leopard plates either on top or bottom of a solid color appetizer or dinner plate. Consider an elegant clock-face runner adorned with pearl throws as party favors. Clear glass votives with vintage glass ornaments will add sparkle.
6. Glam & Glitz – Try do-it-yourself gold leaf chargers and sprinkled gold confetti around the table.
7. Elegant Clock Plates (DIY) – Find a clock face or faces to print. Use clear glass dinner plates and place the cutout of clock faces between a gold, silver or black charger and the transparent glass plate. 
8. Table Centerpiece(s) – Decorative plates featuring a mix of silver, black, white, clear or gold décor create a festive, eye-catching focal point.
9. Glass Bottles – Transform an array of old glass bottles into a simple centerpiece. You will need gold, silver, white and black spray paint. Use four glass bottles and four large numbers to add the new calendar year (one number on each bottle, or all four numbers on one bottle leaving the others simple painted in your color scheme of choice. Spray each bottle a different color, using a complementary color for the numbers. You can use a stencil for the numbers or you can free-hand paint them. 
10. New Year Wall Décor – Ring in the New Year with a festive wall for photo ops. Consider a printable banner with the New Year or eclectic rosette fans either wall mounted or hanging, include tassels or streamers for filler. Any elegant color trio will work for this masterful photo backdrop. 

The following are excellent suggestions for color combos that create real impact regardless of a dark or light theme:

• Spring Mix Jumbo Party Confetti Coins (pink, blush, and gold)
• Mini Gold Foil and Grey Appetizer Party Plates
• Metallic Mix Jumbo Party Confetti Tissue (gold, black and silver)
• Gold Strokes Black Cocktail Napkins
• An assortment of cupcake or dessert toppers – with the words Cheers, Yay, Celebrate, and Let’s Party to place randomly throughout the dessert trays.
• Gold, Black, Silver, Grey, or Blush colored foil paper fans.
• Hurricane candle holders – for floating votive or pillar candles.

When you are planning a New Year’s Eve Event that requires a large elegantly-appointed private event space in Lafayette Louisiana, consider Le Pavillon at Parc Lafayette. ​

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