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.

