La Picasse, the Acadian Culture Center, is located in Petit de Grat and houses the Nova Scotian Acadian Federation, College L'Acadie, a theatre, retail outlets, and a library. French is still the principal language spoken here. Acadian traditions are celebrated annually at the "Festival Acadian de Petit de Grat" in August, with a lively and colorful program of activities for all ages. Many Acadian meals are available, arts and crafts displays, local talent at the many dances and an old-time...