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Where to Find Your Perfect King Cake or Galette des rois in Louisiana January 15, 2026

In Louisiana, January 6th is more than a date on the calendar; it is a cultural threshold. Known as Epiphany, Twelfth Night, or Three Kings' Day, this date marks the official transition from the quiet reflection of Christmas to the vibrant, rhythmic energy of Carnival. For the Council for the Development of French in Louisiana (CODOFIL), this day represents a vital link to our Francophone heritage and a celebration of the "joie de vivre" that defines our state.

Twelfth Night in Louisiana: Epiphany traditions, Cake, and Mardi Gras January 6, 2026

In Louisiana, January 6th is more than a date on the calendar; it is a cultural threshold. Known as Epiphany, Twelfth Night, or Three Kings' Day, this date marks the official transition from the quiet reflection of Christmas to the vibrant, rhythmic energy of Carnival. For the Council for the Development of French in Louisiana (CODOFIL), this day represents a vital link to our Francophone heritage and a celebration of the "joie de vivre" that defines our state.

CODOFIL Tent at Festivals Acadiens et Créoles September 30, 2025

CODOFIL will be at Festivals Acadiens et Créoles in La Tente Louisianaise (#7 on the festival map) on Saturday October 11 and Sunday October 12, from 10:45 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. Come visit us and learn about our programs as well as those of our partners like the Louisiana Consortium of Immersion Schools, the Alliance Française,...

Louisiana French: Preserve & Evolve September 11, 2025

Louisiana French: Preserve & Evolve is a multi-lingual traveling exhibition organized by CODOFIL and supported by a 2024 LEH Rebirth Grant and the State of Louisiana. Louisiana French—and its sister language, Louisiana Creole/Kouri-Vini—have shaped our state immeasurably, but they are often misunderstood. This exhibition seeks to correct these misunderstandings, valorize local language, and highlight Louisiana’s...

Chez Nous Autres License Plate Supports French in Louisiana September 6, 2025

There are many ways to support French in Louisiana, through donations, volunteering your time, or speaking the language with your family. Thanks to a partnership with the state’s Office of Motor Vehicles (OMV), Louisianans can purchase a special license plate in French, the funds which directly support CODOFIL and its mission to promote the development...

Translation Project Brings French Menus to Louisiana Restaurants September 5, 2025

A part of the mission of advancing French in Louisiana is providing the language with spaces to thrive beyond education. One of the most obvious places to look is the economy. In 2023, CODOFIL launched an effort to increase the availability of French-language services by providing Lafayette Parish restaurants with written translations for their menus,...

Isabella Anderson who with two teachers after receiving the CODOFIL Award

Lafayette High Graduate Receives CODOFIL Award for Excellence in French September 5, 2025

Isabella Anderson, a senior at Lafayette High School, has been awarded the 2025 CODOFIL Award for Excellence in French. This honor highlights the strength of Louisiana French immersion programs and the growing role of Francophone culture in the state. Isabella began her French journey in kindergarten at Myrtle Place Elementary, continuing at Prairie Elementary, Paul...

Video Series “Paroles de la Louisiane” Explores Unique Facets of Louisiana French September 5, 2025

What makes Louisiana French stand out is its many particularities, which includes words borrowed from Indigenous groups and more archaic expressions that were long left behind in France. This makes the region’s French dialect unique in a world where the language is increasingly standardized. To better display the richness of Louisiana French, CODOFIL produced a...

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