Conventions, Fairs and Festivals, Travel

On the Road with Penny at CyPhaCon

 We took a trip to Lake Charles for the 8th annual CyPhaCon in Lake Charles, Louisiana! The convention focuses on Anime, gaming and sci-fi. We had interviews with a fan group that created a Star Wars fan movie, an anime cover band, authors  and the organizers of several other Louisiana cons.There was even a disabled vet that creates one …


On the Road with Penny at the Cajun Heritage Festival

We stopped in at the Cajun Heritage Festival in Port Arthur April 7th. The dance floor was full and the crawfish were plentiful. There was plenty of other Cajun cuisine too. We dined on pork jambalaya! The annual event is hosted by the Southeast Texas Arts Council, with support from Cajun Sounds Internet Radio, Texas Commission on the Arts, Foundation …

On the Road with Penny checking out South Texas State Fair

We payed a visit to the South Texas State Fair this week. The YMBL event is celebrating its 75th year! You still have time to check out this 10 day event until Easter Sunday. Check the YMBL website for information on discount days and schedules. The fair offers carnival food, rides, live music, vendors, exhibits and even a rodeo! We …