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Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 11:52 AM

YaYa’s Boutique welcomes Bet Rho members

Tanya Kidder of Ya Ya’s Boutique was the guest speaker for the Beta Rho chapter meeting held on March 9 when she presented a program on Creative Expression: Communication, fine arts, crafts and forms of expression. Program chair for the evening was Shirley Fuselier.

Kidder welcomed members to her eclectic business which she opened in 2025 and shares her vast collection with young and old alike making this a unique shopping experience.

Members were led on a tour and perused selective items from furniture, clothing, jewelry, framed art, holiday decorations, purses, antique dolls, collector items, antiques, China, decoupage, tea cups, tea pots and candles a shopper’s delight for everyone.

Everyone enjoyed coffee, tea and delicious pastries at the end of the program. A special treat after finding that special something shopper’s are looking for. Members agreed Ya Ya’s has something for everyone right here on Main Street in St. Martinville.

At the conclusion of the presentation President Lynnie Bienvenu conducted the business meeting calling on committee chair to report on activities to be held in the coming months.

Program chair Bobbie Theriot announced the next meeting will be held on March 23. Maria Foti Matis will present a program on “How well do you know your city” as members will tour Villa Evangeline Air B&B.

Adopted Family chair Shirley Fuselier announced the chapter continues to support a local family monthly.

Founder’s Day chair Arleen Oubre announced the annual event will be held on April 27.

Members present for the meeting were President Lynnie Bienvenu, Shirley Fuselier, , Arleen Oubre and Bobbie Theriot.

Participants at the March 11 meeting of the St. Martinville French Table, discussed a dance card from 1898 recently shared to social media by Shelli Helms. The card belonged to Iphis Fournet of St. Martinville and lists dances and partners from the ball. Ranger Jolene shared history and how-to videos for some of the lesser-known dances, including lances, polka and mazurka. Participants then shared how dancing changed from their parents’ generation to their own. The Table meets every Wednesday from 10 to 11 am at Longfellow-Evangeline State Historic Site and welcomes all speakers of French or Creole, from beginners to native speakers. (Submitted)

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