Christmas-at-Couret-in-Lafayette-LACelebrate the Christmas spirit with Service Chevrolet Cadillac at Couret Farms! Mark your calendar for December 15th for the very special Christmas at Couret event! 

This event is full of fun for everyone of all ages. You’ll be able to enjoy delicious local Italian-Mediterranean cuisine from Romacelli Bistro e Vino  on site throughout the event, and local pop-up shops will also be there so you can knock out some of your Christmas shopping.

It wouldn’t be complete without live music – and the special music guest will be Ray Boudreaux! As one of the most popular musicians in the state, you’re sure to have a blast. But that’s still not all! Saint Nick himself will be making an appearance, so be sure to bring your kids for pictures with Santa! There will also be other fun kids’ activities throughout the night to keep them entertained.

Christmas at Couret occurs on December 15th from 6:00-9:00PM at Couret Farms in Lafayette, LA. Christmas at Couret is also a FREE event, so everyone can join in on the fun! No outside food or drinks are allowed, but you’re welcome to bring blankets and lawn chairs for seating during the event. Grab your family and friends and head to Couret Farms for an unforgettable holiday event – we hope to see you out there!

Childrens-Museum-Exterior-Lafayette-LAAlthough there are plenty of local places where you can take your kids, sometimes it’s hard to find spots for them to both learn and be entertained. Luckily for parents in and around Lafayette, Louisiana, there are some great places around for kids to both have the time of their lives and also learn valuable lessons regarding the things that surround them.

Zoosiana Zoo of Acadiana

Opened in the early ’90s as a small menagerie, Zoosiana has kept growing along with the entire community around it and it is now an accredited zoological park. It now hosts over 750 animals from more than 130 species, each getting special attention from the excellent staff of 25 people. From jungle rooms to petting and feeding areas where the kids can interact with the animals, every attraction and every animal on display here will stay in your kids’ minds for a long time.

Not only is this zoo a great place for kids to see and touch various species of animals, but it’s also a great place for them to learn about conservation and taking care of our environment.

Children’s Museum of Acadiana

Another place where kids can learn while having fun is the Children’s Museum. It covers a wide range of subjects and activities for kids up to 12 years old, helping their families and teachers enhance the kids’ imagination. Most exhibits are interactive and the children can see first-hand how it feels to be a doctor or an engineer.  It’s also a great testament of how close the local community is, having been built and constantly renovated with the help of donations by local businesses.

The Rok Haus

Kids need to learn, but they also need to use up their vast amounts of energy. Few things are more demanding than rock climbing and this indoor center is ready to welcome people of all ages. Equipment can be rented on-site so you don’t need to bring anything special, while classes are available to teach kids the proper ways to climb.

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Display-Case-at-Lafayette-Science-MuseumThere are plenty of places for arts and culture lovers throughout the entire country, but what makes Louisiana unique is the deep influences of Cajun culture. The French-speaking Acadian refugees were exiled from their homes in what is now Nova Scotia and settled along the bayous and swamps of Louisiana, taking their skills and traditions with them. Here are some places and events in and around Lafayette, LA where locals and visitors can enjoy the best of Cajun arts and culture.

Acadiana Center for the Arts

Having been around since 1975, the Center for the Arts is on a continuous mission to promote art and culture throughout the area. From music shows to theater performances, workshops, or large galleries that resemble those of a museum, plus many more activities, this is truly a hotspot for cultural events in Lafayette. They also work with local educational facilities and they estimate that around 18,600 students and 950 educators benefit from their programs that include art in education practices.

Lafayette Science Museum

Lovers of science, history, and technology will find plenty of interesting things here, throughout the many exhibitions, interactive experiences and films, planetarium shows, and other programs. It’s located in a building that has received many awards for its use of interior space and has plenty to offer its visitors, no matter their age. Parts of the museum can be used for school tours, special shows, or parties, so everyone can make the most out of this educational experience.

Cajun Boudin Trail

A huge part of Cajun culture is its cuisine and the Cajun Boudin Trail is the perfect place to discover Louisiana’s delicious boudin specialties. Award-winning cooks will delight you with dishes such as special boudin sausages and cheese balls, pork chop sandwiches, smoked meats, chili dogs, beef jerky, and many more.

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2019-Cadillac-XT4-Interior-BlackCadillac is one of the oldest automobile brands in the world and has always been the symbol of American luxury cars. Over the years they have managed to keep up with the times while maintaining their high standards and that has kept them successful even in the modern era of crossover multipurpose vehicles. A perfect example of that is the 2019 Cadillac XT4 Crossover.

Trim Levels

The 2019 XT4 Crossover is available in three trim levels: Luxury, Premium Luxury, and Sport. As the name would suggest, the Luxury trim is true to the brand’s reputation and offers plenty of premium features such as 18-inch wheels, LED headlights, or keyless entry and ignition. Higher trims bring even more high-end options like a massage function on the front seats, leather upholstery, plus extra safety features.

Engine and Performance

All trim levels for the 2019 Cadillac XT4 Crossover are powered by a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine capable of producing 237 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. This engine is very efficient, particularly with the help of the innovative Active Fuel Management system and the nine-speed automatic transmission. The car’s excellent overall performance is delivered not only by its powerful and flexible engine and transmission but also with the help of an electronically powered braking system and a dual-clutch all-wheel drive.

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2019-Chevy-Corvette-Stingray-Black-Available-in-Lafayette-LAWhen the first Chevrolet Corvette rolled off the production line in 1953, driving took on a whole new meaning. With its distinctive body style and legendary performance, the Chevrolet Corvette remains an American icon. Today’s Corvettes have only come further, continuing traditions of performance and style. The hardest part of shopping for one of these beauties is deciding which one is best for you! Keep reading to see if the 2019 Corvette Stingray or Coupe is your perfect match.

The Corvette Stingray and Coupe both offer a 6.2-liter V-8 aluminum engine, a 7-speed manual or 8-speed paddle shift automatic transmission, built-in 4-G Wi-Fi and an 8-inch LCD screen with 3 customizable displays for feedback on G-force, tire temperature, and more. Each comes in 9 exterior and 3 interior seat color options. Fill either vehicle with sound from a 9-speaker Bose Sound System. But that’s where the parallels part ways.

Chevrolet Corvette Stingray

The 460 horsepower Stingray blows solid white lines to reach 60 mph in 3.7 seconds. Its flat-bottomed steering wheel comes in either leather or sueded micro-fiber, and is a driver-oriented feature, allowing extra space when entering or exiting the cockpit. Featuring personalized lightweight carbon-fiber trim, once you slip into its bucket seats, you’ll sense its capabilities. Drive Mode Selector lets you choose how you ride with 12 performance variables depending on conditions. Option packages include Weather, Eco, Tour, Sport, and Track. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto keep you connected to the outside world.

Available features for the Corvette Stingray include a Performance package featuring Brembo brake rotors and a dry-sump oil system which keeps oil pressure consistent and constant. The Performance Data Recorder allows video logs and playback to analyze your driving, or if you loaned it out, analyze that driver too. Magnetic Selective Ride Control, a damping system that reads road conditions and adjusts every 15 milliseconds, is designed for comfort and performance. The standard display adds a feature to project data on your windshield in the line of sight, with three different views depending on the data that most interests you.

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State-Fair-Of-Louisiana-Shreveport-LAFall is the perfect time to enjoy a variety of festivals in the South. The temperatures have cooled down, but it is still an excellent time to get outdoors and relax. Here is a guide for planning an itinerary that keeps the entire family entertained throughout October and November. Remember to pace yourself and leave plenty of time to enjoy the delicious food that awaits you.

State Fair of Louisiana

Take a trip to Shreveport, LA and enjoy a day full of family fun, food, and local culture at the State Fair of Louisiana! The State Fair runs from October 25th through November 11th this year, and features a sea lion show, a four-acre zoo, live music, a rodeo, and Louisiana’s largest display of carnival rides!

Whether you’re looking for some delicious unique fair food or fall thrills on fair rides, the State Fair has something for everyone! Proudly running annually since 1906, the State Fair of Louisiana proves it provides incredible hometown fun year after year, so mark your calendar and get your friends and family to come along!

Blackpot Festival

Wrap up the month of October by celebrating three of Louisiana’s favorite things — food, culture, and music at the Blackpot Festival. Make your way over to the Vermilionville Historic Village where you’ll find plenty of hotels (and even the airport) within walking distance. However, you do not have to leave the grounds at the end of the night, as overnight camping is allowed.

Create family memories and meet new friends while enjoying a weekend of music. RV and tent camping is allowed at the festival. However, cars are not permitted in the camping area. Pack your favorite campfire foods and a 5-gallon bucket if you are staying over. Campfires are allowed in raised fire pits, but water must accompany them.

Beyond camping, there is enough music and food to fill the weekend. A wide variety of bands spread out over three stages to provide entertainment. The annual cook-off takes place Saturday afternoon and includes categories like gumbo, gravy, jambalaya, and desert.

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2019-Chevrolet-Trax-BlueCompact sports utility vehicles have been growing in popularity in the past few years, and the 2019 Chevrolet Trax is a prime example of why. With its great combination of uses, work capabilities, and sleek look, the Chevy Trax has much to offer you.

Comfortable Interior

Compact SUV’s have been moving away from merely being the utility vehicle of years past and have transitioned into the dual luxury/utility vehicles we have today, as seen with the 2019 Chevy Trax. Chrome accents on the instrument panels and premium stitching accents give the interior a high-end visual appeal. The front bucket seats ensure a comfortable ride, whether it’s to work, out for errands, or for a long weekend. There are 40.8 inches of front leg room, so there are no cramped legs in this spacious front cabin area.

With the Chevrolet Infotainment 3 system that has a 7-inch color touch screen and Bluetooth audio streaming capabilities for compatible phones, you’ll be able to keep yourself entertained for hours playing your own playlists during your drive.

Cargo Space

The 2019 Chevrolet Trax has enough space to seat you and your passengers comfortably until you reach your destination, but don’t let the compact body fool you. It’s bigger inside than it appears from the outside. It has a maximum of 48.4 cubic feet of cargo storage space in the rear to hold all of your luggage for whatever trips you may be taking, and the flat-folding front passenger seat back gives you even more space to transport objects that are up to 8 feet long.

In addition to the interior cargo capacity, roof-mounted side rails come standard. The optional roof rack cross rails further increase your cargo utility and give you even more flexibility for storage.

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2019-Cadillac-CTS-Lafayette-LAThe 2019 Cadillac CTS offers a driving experience unlike any other. Edgy and powerful with lavish style, this is a vehicle to invoke pride of ownership. Whether driving for business, travel, or pleasure, the luxurious sedan aims for comfort, convenience, and innovation. We spend a lot of time in our cars, and with five trims to choose from, the features in the CTS make your home-away-from-home experience a truly exciting adventure. Read on to learn more about this superior sedan.

  1. Performance

Starting with the standard powerful 2.0-liter turbo engine, and boasting 268 horsepower and 295 pound-feet of torque, the 2019 Cadillac CTS gives you truly effective influence on the road. For increased performance, you can choose the available 3.6-liter V-6 engine that produces an impressive 335 horsepower and 285 pound-feet of torque or the twin-turbo V-6 that churns out an awe-inspiring 420 horsepower and 430 pound-feet of torque.

Just some of the features that make the CTS’s drivability stand out include 50/50 weight distribution for easier vehicle handling, performance front brakes for stopping on a dime, and the ability to choose driver modes for calibrated steering and suspension.

  1. Safety

The 2019 Cadillac CTS has a wide range of safety features, including a standard rearview camera and parking sensors. There is an array of options to further increase safety behind the wheel, such as active lane control, blind-spot monitors, automatic braking, and forward-collision warnings. Whether you’re driving through city streets or on open highways, you will feel confident about navigating this powerful vehicle on any terrain.

  1. Technology

Advanced technological and safety features include a rear-camera mirror that provides a wider field of view and a full-color head-up display. Standard on the CTS is speed-sensitive volume, which reacts to road noise and raises and lowers the volume accordingly to prevent you from fiddling with audio controls and keep your attention focused on the road.

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Violin-Orchestra-InstrumentCome Enjoy the best view in Lafayette, LA at the 2018 Symphony In The Sky event! Service Chevrolet Cadillac is excited to be a sponsor for this wonderful local event and we hope you’ll join us out there! Haven’t heard of Symphony In The Sky before? This annual event benefits the Acadiana Symphony Orchestra and Conservatory of Music!  

Attending this event means you’ll get to enjoy a wonderful night of live music, complimentary wine and beer while enjoying the beautiful views of Lafayette from atop the Vermillion St Parking Garage! The Acadiana Symphony Orchestra musicians will join with top local vocal artists to put on an incredible show. The 2018 guest vocalists for this event are Jared Price of Souled Outt, Julie Williams, and Ray Boudreaux from The Voice!

On top of that, this year’s theme is Michael Jackson – so the ASO will perform of his greatest hits and more! Tickets for Symphony In The Sky are limited and will sell out quick- so be sure to get your tickets before they’re gone. Join Service Chevrolet and the ASO for a exciting night full of great local music, food and views!

 

Tickets

  • Solo Ticket: $100
  • Duet Tickets: $150


When

Wed, October 3, 2018

5:30 PM – 9:30 PM CDT

 

Location

Top of The Downtown Parking Garage

121 E Vermilion St

Lafayette, LA 70503

 

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2018-Chevy-Traverse-RedThe 2018 Chevrolet Traverse is built with exceptional durability and adventure in mind, which makes it the perfect off-roading vehicle. Here is some more info on some of the superb off-roading features that the 2018 Traverse has on offer.

Power

Powered with a 3.6-liter V-6 engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission, the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse can handle your off-roading adventure. With a maximum towing capacity of up to 5,000 lbs, you will be able to bring along your favorite recreational camper or boat. You can also swap between four separate drive modes for maximum control, including front-wheel-drive, 4×4/snow, off-road, or tow/haul mode.

Exterior Accessories

Even the exterior of the 2018 Chevrolet Traverse is designed for off-roading, as it screams masculinity and capability. It is large enough to handle the toughest of terrains and includes many features to smooth out the ride, such as the upgraded suspension and torque controlling system, the available Intellibeam headlights, and 20-inch aluminum wheels, which all add utility and comfort.

Interior Amenities

Although the 2018 Chevrolet is a tough car made for rough terrain, the interior is spacious and comfortable. A maximum of 98.2 cubic feet of storage means that you can cart along as much luggage as you might need for your off-roading trip, while second-row sliding seats make load in and load out easier than ever. Additional storage compartments throughout the interior give you even more secure storage space. For some scenic enjoyment, a dual panoramic power sunroof will give you impressive views of the sky above.

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