St. Martin's Day celebrations begin at the eleventh minute of the eleventh hour of this eleventh day of the eleventh month (that is, at 11:11 am on November 11). In others, the festivities commence on St. Martin's Eve (that is, on November 10). Bonfires are built and children carry lanterns in the streets after dark, singing songs for which they are rewarded with candy. "Martinloben" is celebrated as a collective festival. Events include art exhibitions, wine tastings, and live music. “Martinigansl” (roasted goose) is the traditional dish of the season. In Austria St. Martin's Day is celebrated the same way as in Germany.The
St. Martin Parish, Louisiana families and 21.50% of the population were below the poverty line, including 27.70% of those under age 18 and 22.10% of those age 65 or over. Public schools in St. Martin Parish are operated by the St. Martin Parish School Board. T.M. Landry College Preparatory is a private school in Breaux Bridge. There are several historically significant locations listed on the National Register of Historic Places that includes Acadian House (St. Martinville, Louisiana), St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church, and the D. W. Voorhies House. Geology St. Martin Parish, Louisiana St. Martin Parish () is a parish located in the