Cadien Toujours

Cadien Toujours An organization committed to the preservation, advancement and education of the Cajun French culture. Take a look around!

Growing up Cajun is about as lucky as lucky gets. As young boys we can remember our fathers and grandfathers sharing stories and teaching us as much as they could about our heritage. The women in our family taught us how to make a good gravy - or at least made us smart enough to find a woman who could. We learned to work hard, we learned to live off the land and we learned a few Cajun French words

while listening to conversations we probably shouldn't have listened to. Countless weddings and a fais do do here and there taught us how to two step, waltz and jitter bug with the best of them. We were so proud to be Cajun and we still are today. It has been said by many that we are members of a dying breed. As hospitable, boisterous and lively as we are - we are few and far between. While our area is undoubtedly rich with culture and tradition, small pieces of our heritage are slipping away as time goes on. Bits and pieces are surviving but things are not the way they used to be. The world is changing and there is no doubt about that. However, there is no reason our roots be damaged. There was once a time where our ancestors were driven from their homes and suppressed, yet they were tremendously resilient. We are inspired by their will to carry on proudly and feel as though to allow our culture to die out would be a dishonor to their courage. Through our three impact areas - preservation, advancement and education - we look forward to growing a generation of youth who are as proud of their Cajun culture as we are.

Be sure to save the date for the 2026 Cadien Toujours Boucherie in your calendar. We hope you are looking forward to it ...
07/16/2025

Be sure to save the date for the 2026 Cadien Toujours Boucherie in your calendar. We hope you are looking forward to it as much as we are.

Be on the lookout as we release more details including our awesome band lineup in the near future. šŸ˜¬šŸ·šŸŽ»šŸŽµ

New tradition! šŸ’œšŸ’ššŸ’›We're so excited to invite our tiny Mardi Gras to join us for the run in the barn. We will run through...
02/21/2025

New tradition! šŸ’œšŸ’ššŸ’›

We're so excited to invite our tiny Mardi Gras to join us for the run in the barn. We will run through the barn (1174 Lafosse Rd., Mermentau Cove) between 4:30 PM and 5:00 PM.

- Children ages 4 and older
- Full traditional costume and mask

We're looking forward to this new tradition and hope you'll join us.

We will have the heaters going and will be covered in the barn. Join us for this family friendly event with live music, gumbo, and dancing! $5 entry fee, ages 16 and under are FREE, soda and water are free of charge and beer will be $2. It's going to be a great evening! Don't miss out.

**REMINDER, RUNNERS MEEING TONIGHT**The last Courir de Mardi Gras de L’Anse runners meeting tonight at 7pm. You must att...
02/20/2025

**REMINDER, RUNNERS MEEING TONIGHT**

The last Courir de Mardi Gras de L’Anse runners meeting tonight at 7pm. You must attend a meeting if you plan on running. 1174 Lafosse Rd Morse, LA 70559

***Last chance to make a meeting***The last Courir de Mardi Gras de L’Anse runners meeting tomorrow night at 7pm. You mu...
02/19/2025

***Last chance to make a meeting***

The last Courir de Mardi Gras de L’Anse runners meeting tomorrow night at 7pm. You must attend a meeting if you plan on running. 1174 Lafosse Rd Morse, LA 70559

**REMINDER, RUNNERS MEETING TONIGHT**Courir de Mardi Gras de L’Anse runners meeting tonight at 7pm. You must attend a me...
02/13/2025

**REMINDER, RUNNERS MEETING TONIGHT**

Courir de Mardi Gras de L’Anse runners meeting tonight at 7pm. You must attend a meeting if you plan on running. 1174 Lafosse Rd Morse, LA 70559

Courir de Mardi Gras de L’Anse runners meeting tomorrow tonight at 7pm. You must attend a meeting if you plan on running...
02/12/2025

Courir de Mardi Gras de L’Anse runners meeting tomorrow tonight at 7pm. You must attend a meeting if you plan on running. 1174 Lafosse Rd Morse, LA 70559

**REMINDER, RUNNERS MEEING TONIGHT**Courir de Mardi Gras de L’Anse runners meeting tonight at 7pm. You must attend a mee...
02/06/2025

**REMINDER, RUNNERS MEEING TONIGHT**

Courir de Mardi Gras de L’Anse runners meeting tonight at 7pm. You must attend a meeting if you plan on running. 1174 Lafosse Rd Morse, LA 70559

Meetings start this Thursday. Please share and help us spread the word and plan to join us if you want to run. All runne...
02/02/2025

Meetings start this Thursday. Please share and help us spread the word and plan to join us if you want to run.

All runners MUST attend at least one meeting, no exceptions.

All meetings will begin at 7:00 PM. Meetings will be held in the barn located behind the Henry's home at 1174 Lafosse Road Morse, LA 70559.

Rules & Regulations:
1. Tradition dictates that only men take part in the role of runners and in required Mardi Gras run meetings. (All are welcome to the fais do-do).

2. Participants are required to be of age 15 or older and wearing traditional costumes. Masks are not to be removed at stops. Note: Runners age 17 and under will need a sponsor - a friend or family member age 18 or older who is also a runner in the Courir de Mardi Gras de L'anse.

3. Runners are required to attend at least one meeting and become knowledgable on both the Cajun french prayers and chant to be recited on the run.

4. Disobeying captains, co-captains, or law enforcement officers will result in being ejected from the run.

5. No BEADS, GLASS containers, or WEAPONS are allowed on the run.

6. No profane words or actions (cursing, urinating in public, etc.) will be tolerated.

7. Fighting will result in being ejected from the run.

8. Anyone found to be overly intoxicated will be either removed from the run or contained.

These rules are not only for the safety of all involved, but to uphold the traditions that we love so much. Our goal is to provide the best experience for everyone - runners, homeowners, and spectators.

As a reminder, we have a partnership with Les Malfacteurs in Church Point that allows those that have attended their meetings to run our run and vice versa.

Our Mardi Gras runners meeting will be take place on February 6th, 13th, & 20th. If you plan to run please review the rules below and plan to attend at least one meeting.

All runners MUST attend at least one meeting, no exceptions.

All meetings will begin at 7:00 PM. Meetings will be held in the barn located behind the Henry's home at 1174 Lafosse Road Morse, LA 70559.

Rules & Regulations:
1. Tradition dictates that only men take part in the role of runners and in required Mardi Gras run meetings. (All are welcome to the fais do-do).

2. Participants are required to be of age 15 or older and wearing traditional costumes. Masks are not to be removed at stops. Note: Runners age 17 and under will need a sponsor - a friend or family member age 18 or older who is also a runner in the Courir de Mardi Gras de L'anse.

3. Runners are required to attend at least one meeting and become knowledgable on both the Cajun french prayers and chant to be recited on the run.

4. Disobeying captains, co-captains, or law enforcement officers will result in being ejected from the run.

5. No BEADS, GLASS containers, or WEAPONS are allowed on the run.

6. No profane words or actions (cursing, urinating in public, etc.) will be tolerated.

7. Fighting will result in being ejected from the run.

8. Anyone found to be overly intoxicated will be either removed from the run or contained.

These rules are not only for the safety of all involved, but to uphold the traditions that we love so much. Our goal is to provide the best experience for everyone - runners, homeowners, and spectators.

As a reminder, we have a partnership with Les Malfacteurs in Church Point that allows those that have attended their meetings to run our run and vice versa.

Get your shirt orders in asap. Cadien Toujours 2025 Mardi Gras t-shirts are open for orders!We'd like to thank the talen...
01/31/2025

Get your shirt orders in asap.

Cadien Toujours 2025 Mardi Gras t-shirts are open for orders!

We'd like to thank the talented Natasha Blair Smith for creating our design again this year.

These will be available in both youth and adult sizes and in both short and long sleeve. Orders are due by Saturday February 1st. A few extras will be sold on day of the Mardi Gras run on first come, first served basis. We are offering pick up options at Rice City Designs and a shipping option this year for shirts.
Click the link below for orders—>

https://shop.ricecitydesigns.com/collections/mermentau-cove-mardi-gras/products/mermentau-mardi-gras-long-sleeve-tee

Cadien Toujours 2025 Mardi Gras t-shirts are open for orders!We'd like to thank the talented Natasha Blair Smith for cre...
01/22/2025

Cadien Toujours 2025 Mardi Gras t-shirts are open for orders!

We'd like to thank the talented Natasha Blair Smith for creating our design again this year.

These will be available in both youth and adult sizes and in both short and long sleeve. Orders are due by Saturday February 1st. A few extras will be sold on day of the Mardi Gras run on first come, first served basis. We are offering pick up options at Rice City Designs and a shipping option this year for shirts.
Click the link below for orders—>

https://shop.ricecitydesigns.com/collections/mermentau-cove-mardi-gras/products/mermentau-mardi-gras-long-sleeve-tee

Our Mardi Gras runners meeting will be take place on February 6th, 13th, & 20th. If you plan to run please review the ru...
01/15/2025

Our Mardi Gras runners meeting will be take place on February 6th, 13th, & 20th. If you plan to run please review the rules below and plan to attend at least one meeting.

All runners MUST attend at least one meeting, no exceptions.

All meetings will begin at 7:00 PM. Meetings will be held in the barn located behind the Henry's home at 1174 Lafosse Road Morse, LA 70559.

Rules & Regulations:
1. Tradition dictates that only men take part in the role of runners and in required Mardi Gras run meetings. (All are welcome to the fais do-do).

2. Participants are required to be of age 15 or older and wearing traditional costumes. Masks are not to be removed at stops. Note: Runners age 17 and under will need a sponsor - a friend or family member age 18 or older who is also a runner in the Courir de Mardi Gras de L'anse.

3. Runners are required to attend at least one meeting and become knowledgable on both the Cajun french prayers and chant to be recited on the run.

4. Disobeying captains, co-captains, or law enforcement officers will result in being ejected from the run.

5. No BEADS, GLASS containers, or WEAPONS are allowed on the run.

6. No profane words or actions (cursing, urinating in public, etc.) will be tolerated.

7. Fighting will result in being ejected from the run.

8. Anyone found to be overly intoxicated will be either removed from the run or contained.

These rules are not only for the safety of all involved, but to uphold the traditions that we love so much. Our goal is to provide the best experience for everyone - runners, homeowners, and spectators.

As a reminder, we have a partnership with Les Malfacteurs in Church Point that allows those that have attended their meetings to run our run and vice versa.

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Mermentau, LA

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