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Brec’s Baton Rouge Zoolights Making Spirits Bright

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Join BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo for Zoolights (November 29rd through December 30th)! Baton Rouge Zoolights festive mile-long trail through the Zoo in the evening boasts more than 50 illuminated sculptures of animals and traditional holiday displays for the whole family to enjoy. 

Baton Rouge Zoolights

This year, the Zoo is partnering with The Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank to bring more impact & excitement to Zoolights. Every guest presenting non-perishable food items (minimum of one per person) during the hours of Zoolights, will receive a 50% discount from the regular admission price. Regular admission prices are: $5 for adults/teens; $4 for senior citizens; $3 for children (2-12 years old) and $3 for Friends of the Zoo members. These amounts will be cut in half when a non-perishable food item is presented at the time of entry & all food donations will go directly to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank. Learn more at www.brzoo.org. 

Baton Rouge Zoo


 

Baton Rouge Zoolights

Friday, November 29, 2019 – Monday, December 30, 2019

Admissions gates open 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Zoo grounds close at 9 p.m.

Admission:
Adults/Teens: $5
Seniors: $4
Ages 2-12: $3
Friends of the Zoo Members: $3 per person

Baton Rouge Zoolights displays will include the following:

BREC Baton Rouge Zoolights

ILLUMINATED SCULPTURES: Visitors will find illuminated sculptures representing animals and traditional symbols of the holidays.

GIANT SPECTACULARS: Larger-than-life displays capture the imagination of children of all ages. These displays may include: Flamingos, Giraffes, Lions, Tigers, Gorillas, Rhinos, Elephants, Alligators, Giant Santa, Giant Snowmen, Holiday Trains, Santa in Sleigh pulled by Giant Reindeer and Toy Soldiers. Displays can be up to 30 ft. tall!

ANIMATED SPECTACULARS: Animated displays add additional entertainment value to our event. The use of high-wattage, computer-controlled displays will provide exciting animation to displays.

VISITOR AMENITIES: During each evening, the Safari Post Gift Shop and Flamingo Café will remain open & feature special holiday treats and gift options.

 

Kids Eat Free Halloween Edition – Baton Rouge & Beyond

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Trick-or-treaters can get a lot more than free candy this Halloween. A Halloween costume is also the ticket to a smorgasbord of free and cheap meal deals and goodies for kids of all ages at many locations in Baton Rouge and beyond! Plus, who has time to cook dinner on Halloween night??? Below you’ll find our list of Kids Eat Free or discounted offers as well as deals on Halloween in Baton Rouge.  As always, we do recommend calling to confirm before you head out to the restaurant of your choice.

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Kids Eat Free Halloween Edition

Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill 

Applebee’s is offering a Kids Eat Free special on Halloween. Families who dine-in at their local Applebee’s restaurant Oct. 31 will receive two free kids’ meals with the purchase of each adult entrée. The offer is good for children 12 and younger. They can choose entrees off of the Applebee’s Kids’ Menu, including a side dish, and juice, milk or chocolate milk. Check with your closest location.

Chipotle

From 3 p.m. to close Halloween, it’s Boorito time. Go to any participating Chipotle in costume and get a burrito, bowl, salad or order of tacos for $4.  Visit www.chipotle.com to find a location near you.

McAlister’s Deli

Kids 12 and younger in costume get a free meal with the purchase of an adult meal. Up to two kids meals with the purchase of an adult entrée. A list of participating locations is posted on McAlister’s Facebook events page.

International House of Pancakes

Through Nov. 3 from 4 to 10 p.m. daily, kids 12 and under get a free kids meal entrée with each purchase of an adult entrée.  Visit http://www.ihop.com for a location near you.

Sonic 

Corn dog lovers can enjoy 50-cent dogs-on-a-stick all day on Halloween, Oct. 31. Visit www.sonic.com to find a location near you.

Joe’s Crab Shack

Get a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult entrée on Halloween with a coupon posted at www.joescrabshack.com/halloween.

Whole Foods Market

Through Nov. 5, Prime members get 50% off all frozen pizzas.

Chuck E. Cheese

Kids get 50 free tickets when they stop in wearing their Halloween costumes and play All You Can Play.  Learn more at www.chuckecheese.com.

Main Event Entertainment

 Trick-or-treating throughout the center and a FREE $10 video gameplay for each guest dressed in costume.

 

Kids Eat Free in Baton Rouge at These Locations on Thursday 

We always recommend calling the location to confirm!! 

Piccadilly

Children 12 and under eat for $1.99 11am to 4pm

View our full Kids Eat Free in Baton Rouge guide here!

BATON ROUGE TRICK-OR-TREATING TIMES | TRUNK-OR-TREAT

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Baton Rouge has many Halloween events for family-friendly fun leading up to the big night.  Oct. 31st is just around the corner. One thing parents need to be aware of, especially parents who are new to Baton Rouge or new to having kids trick-or-treating, is that most areas have specific trick-or-treat hours.  And in many communities, they only get two “official” hours to trick or treat. 

Aside from the Baton Rouge area annual neighborhood trick-or-treating fun, there are many other trick-or-treat events happening around town. To help you make the most of this spooktacular season, we’ve provided a roundup of family-friendly Halloween events! We also have a Kids Eat Free on Halloween list here.

Enjoy this Halloween with your family and friends, Baton Rouge!

While every effort has been made to ensure this information is accurate, we encourage you to verify that all details are correct and have not changed. If you have information on a Trunk-or-Treat that we missed, please let us know!

Baton Rouge LawyerBaton Rouge Moms will always bring you the best in Family Friendly events in Baton Rouge and beyond. We have gathered the latest list of Family Friendly events for fall festivities, thanks to our sponsor, Smith Shanklin Sosa!

 

BATON ROUGE HALLOWEEN TRICK-OR-TREAT HOURS

{TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE}

 East Baton Rouge Parish — 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 31
 West Baton Rouge Parish — 5:50 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 31 
 Ascension Parish — 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 31
 Livingston Parish — 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.  Oct. 31
 Pointe Coupee Parish — 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Oct. 31

Baton Rouge Trunk or Treat & Fall Festivals 

Spook N Rowe

WHEN: Oct 25, 6 – 8 PM
WHERE: Perkins Rowe

Join Perkins Rowe at the third annual Spook N Rowe – a family-friendly Halloween event the whole family can enjoy! There will be tons of tricks as well as sweet treats throughout the evening. Families are encouraged to dress up in their favorite costumes to enjoy a safe environment of trick-or-treating down the Rowe! They will have music, children’s arts and crafts with Baton Rouge Moms, face painting, and more! We will also be joined by Petite Princess Company for a princess meet and greet with Descendant’s characters! The LSU Gymnastics team will also be back to join in on the fun! 

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Boo at the Zoo

WHEN: Oct. 26th & 27th 
WHERE: Baton Rouge Zoo

The Zoo invites participants to Boo at the Zoo, a merry-not-scary trick-or-treating extravaganza. Participants are encouraged to wear their best costumes and visit over 21 treat stations throughout the Zoo. Family-friendly activities and experiences during the Halloween season can be hard to find, but we can assure you that a day at Boo at the Zoo will feature fun, education, and plenty of treats! 

Halloween events near me

BREC-A-Boo: Forest

WHEN: Oct. 26th, 10am & 6pm
WHERE: BREC’s Forest Community Park

Children’s Village:
Something’s brewing at BREC! Fall Festival is almost here. Get your children’s costumes ready and yours if you dare. There will be a children’s village for ages 10 and under to experience fall-themed carnival games, character visits, arts, and crafts, as well as music in the park.
Ages: 10 & under

Haunted Hike:
For those who dare, come travel with BREC through the history of Forest Community Park through a guided hike, which will begin at dusk. Together we will unveil what this park is really made of and what creatures have lived and do live all around. If under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult to visit the haunted hike (Recommended for ages 10 and older). Be sure to disguise yourself in your best costume and at 7 p.m. we will gather to see you can impress the judges the best.

Starts at Dusk (last ticket is given out at 10 p.m.)
Ages: 11+
$5 per person

BREC Halloween Events BREC A Boo

Baton Rouge Haunted HikesSwamp Haunted Hikes

WHEN: Oct. 25th 6-8pm
WHERE: BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

Bluebonnet Swamp’s Haunted Hikes are designed especially for children, but all ages enjoy the spooktacular excitement of these Halloween-themed evenings. Event admission is through the education building where crafts and storytelling are just around the corner. Venture outside to find a way through
the Haunted Maze to get to the carnival games for more fun and prizes. Be on the lookout for our silly-swampy costumed characters as they have some great treasures to share! Inside the nature center the kooky-spooky adventures continue with the Animal Morgue, Wings of Hope Wildlife Sanctuary in the Bat Cave, the Creepy Cavern, and face-painting. Don’t be afraid of the dark! At night, head into the woods to get some treats and learn about snakes, insects, rats, and other “creepy critters” at educational stations along the Haunted Hike trail. No scare tactics are used during this program as we strive to create cheerful-not-fearful experiences for our younger participants. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Costumes are welcome and flashlights are recommended. Food vendors will be on site during the event. Join us for a howling good time! $6 per person

Forest Community Dog Park Trick-or-Treat

WHEN: Oct 25, 6 – 9 PM
WHERE: Forest Community Dog Park

Bring the dog and the entire family to this dog-friendly Trick or Treat event. Local pet organizations will be in attendance distributing valuable information, candy for the kiddos and treats for the dogs. Dress up your dog for the Best Costume Contest as well!

Baton Rouge Trick or Treat

Halloween Night Out (Sensory-Friendly)

WHEN: Oct. 25th – 5pm & 6:30pm
WHERE: LSU Student Union – 310 LSU Student Union

Join us for sensory-friendly trick-or-treating, Halloween crafts, and Fall activities.
Elementary Children: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Teens & Young Adults: 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM
REGISTER >>> https://conta.cc/2o0UiU4

Sensory Friendly Halloween Baton Rouge

St. Andrew’s UMC Fall Festival & Trunk or Treat

WHEN: Oct. 27, 4 PM – 6 PM
WHERE: St. Andrew’s UMC Baton Rouge 17510 Monitor Ave

This Fall Festival is sure to be fun for all ages. This event is from 4:00-6:00 PM and includes inflatables, pony rides, a petting zoo, cake walk, live music, and trunk or treat. Trunk or treat will be held from 4:00-4:30 PM. If you are interested in decorating a trunk for trunk or treat please contact the church office.

Trunk or Treat Baton Rouge

 Renew Church and Florida Boulevard Baptist Church Trunk-or-Treat 

WHEN: October 31, 6 – 8 PM
WHERE: Renew Church – Baton Rouge

This event is 100% free of cost and family-friendly. Trunk or Treat is an event where families come with their kids, dressed in their costumes, to a safe and loving environment where kids get candy, play games, eat snacks, and have fun! We encourage everyone to come on out and invite your friends and family!

Trunk-or-Treat Baton Rouge

St. Luke’s Spooktacular & Trunk-or-Treat

WHEN: Oct 27, 3:30 PM – 6 PM
WHERE: St. Luke’s Episcopal Church BR 8833 Goodwood Blvd

Gather your family and friends, dress in favorite costumes, and come out to St. Luke’s for family fun! Our annual fall festival expands this year with the welcome addition of visual and performing arts from our school community! The festivities will begin in Witter Hall at 3:30 pm with the Spooktacular Concert & Art Show, featuring band, choir, and art students from our school. The fun continues with carnival games and trunk-or-treat in the church parking lot from 4 pm until 6 pm. Free and open to all!

Old South Baton Rouge Trunk Or Treat Fest

WHEN: Oct. 31, 5 – 8 PM
WHERE: The Dean Malik Center 1132 Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive

To provide a safe and fun environment for kids and families Old South Baton Rouge Economic Redevelopment Group will be hosting “Trunk-or-Treat” Fest on Thursday, October 31st from 5pm – 8pm at The Dean Malik Center (Old American Legion Post) 1132 Eddie Robinson Sr. Drive. Kids and adults alike are encouraged to dress up and get into the spirit of things as they visit decorated car trunks and candy stations where community participants will be passing out treats. Best kid costumes, grown-up costumes, and car trunk will be awarded. Come out and enjoy music, snacks, and refreshments. The public is invited and admission is free.
Neighbors and businesses are welcome to participate and all donations are welcomed. For questions or to Sign up or please call or text 225-910-2029.

BOOth Fest at The Way Church

WHEN: Oct. 25, 6 – 8 PM
WHERE: The Way Church of Denham Springs

A family fun evening on Friday, October 25th at The Way Church of Denham Springs!
Doors open at 6:00pm with multiple booths, lots of candy, a photo opportunity, and food.
We encourage you to wear family-friendly costumes!

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First United Methodist Church of Gonzales Trunk-or-Treat

WHEN: Oct. 27, 4– 6 PM
WHERE: First United Methodist Church of Gonzales 224 W Constitution St, Gonzales, Louisiana 70737

Join First United Methodist Church of Gonzales October 27th from 4pm-6pm for an eventing of FREE fun, food, and fellowship!

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Charles R. Kelly Community Center Trunk-Or-Treat

WHEN: Oct. 26, 5 – 7 PM
WHERE: The Charles R. Kelly Community Center 3535 Riley St, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70805

Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with games, activities, decorated trunks, food, candy and much more!!!

Baton Rouge Trick or Treat Trunk or Treat

Lighthouse Church-Zachary Trunk or Treat

WHEN: Oct. 31st, 6 – 8 PM
WHERE: Lighthouse Church-Zachary 3844 Noble St Zachary LA 225-301-1677 Hosted
Trunk or Treat is a Free Family event at Lighthouse Church on Oct 31st, 6 pm to 8 pm. Candy, Free Food, Inflatables, and Much More. 

Baton Rouge Trunk or Treat

Ascension Baptist Church Trunk-or-Treat

WHEN: Oct. 31, 6 – 8 PM
WHERE: Ascension Baptist Church 

This is a FREE and SAFE alternative to Halloween for the community in our church parking lot. Decorated trunks, games, candy, prizes and chili. This event is for the entire family so don’t miss out on the fun!

Zoar Baptist Church Annual Fall Festival

WHEN: Oct. 31, 6 – 8 PM
WHERE: Zoar Baptist Church

Join the fun at Zoar Baptist Church for our Annual Fall Festival! It is a fun Halloween alternative! GAMES, INFLATABLES, TRUNK OR TREAT, & FOOD! Hosted by Zoar Baptist Church in Central.

Baton Rouge Trick or Treat

Tanger Outlet Trick-or-Treating

WHEN: Oct. 31, 6 PM – 8 PM
WHERE: Tanger Outlet Gonzales

Calling all ghouls and goblins – join us for Tanger Trick-or-Treating! Come decked out in your favorite Halloween attire, to enjoy:
– FREE candy or treat from participating retailers
– DJ dance-alongs
– Register to win a $100 Tanger Gift Card
– The first 100 children to check in at Shopper Services, Suite 299, next to J. Crew receive a FREE serving of GELATO from City Gelato.

Gonzales Trick or Treat

Looking for more? Check out our list of Pumpkin Patches and Corn Mazes!

BREC Trick and Treat Howl-o-ween Costume Pawty

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UPDATE: This event has been moved to the recreation center Kathy Drive Park due to expected weather conditions. 

Bring the dog and the entire family to this dog-friendly BREC Trick or Treat event. Local pet organizations will be in attendance distributing valuable information, candy for the kiddos and treats for the dogs. Dress up your dog for the Best Costume Contest as well! The contest will promptly begin at 7 p.m.! 

BREC Trick or Treat

BREC Trick-or-Treat Dog Pawty

WHERE: Recreation center Kathy Drive Park due to expected weather conditions. 1801 Kathy Drive, Baton Rouge, LA 70816

WHEN: Friday, October 25th 6pm – 9pm The contest will promptly begin at 7 p.m.

Swamp Haunted Hikes – BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

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The Baton Rouge Holloween events haves started and Swamp Haunted Hikes at BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center is one of our favorites! Our kids had a great time last year, it’s an evening chock-full of activities and not-so-scary Halloween fun! Check out our short video from last year below! 

 Swamp Haunted Hikes – BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

Baton Rouge Haunted HikesBluebonnet Swamp’s Haunted Hikes are designed especially for children, but all ages enjoy the spooktacular excitement of these Halloween-themed evenings. Event admission is through the education building where crafts and storytelling are just around the corner. Venture outside to find a way through the Haunted Maze to get to the carnival games for more fun and prizes. Be on the lookout for our silly-swampy costumed characters as they have some great treasures to share! Inside the nature center, the kooky-spooky adventures continue with the Animal Morgue, Wings of Hope Wildlife Sanctuary in the Bat Cave, the Creepy Cavern, and face-painting. 
Swamp Haunted Hikes
Costumed characters lurk throughout the site ready to share “kooky treasures” with all the attending little witches, fairies, hobgoblins, and heroes. Don’t be afraid of the dark! At night, head into the woods to get some treats and learn about snakes, insects, rats, and other “creepy critters” at educational stations along the Haunted Hike Trail. No scare tactics are used during this program as we strive to create cheerful-not-fearful experiences for our younger participants. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Costumes are welcome and flashlights are recommended. Food vendors will be on-site during the event. Join us for a howling good time!

WHERE: BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center
WHEN: Oct. 11 + 18 + 25 – Doors open at 6 p.m., trail opens at dark.
COST: $6 per person 

We hope to see you there!

 
Disclosure: This is a “sponsored post.” The company who sponsored it compensated BRM via a cash payment, gift, or giveaway. Opinions expressed herein are that of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of the sponsor. 

 

Bargain Boutique Overstock Baton Rouge – Children’s Boutique Clothing

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Bargain Boutique Overstock Baton Rouge is extremely excited to announce the Baton Rouge Liquidation sale on October 9 & 10 at The Crown Plaza! Bargain Boutique Overstock has acquired children’s “boutique” style clothing inventory and will be offering thousands of items at unbelievable prices. Shop thousands of children’s “boutique” style clothing, shoes, and accessories! Wholesale & discounted pricing will be given to the general public.

Baton Rouge Bargain Boutique Overstock

Bargain Boutique Overstock Baton Rouge

WHERE: The Crown Plaza 4728 Constitution Ave, Baton Rouge, LA 70808
WHEN: Wednesday, October 9- 9 am- 10 am 
VIP shopping 10 am-7:00 pm open to the public
Thursday, October 10- 9am – 4pm open to the public

**Strollers are permitted each day AFTER 1 pm only**

**GIVEAWAY**

Baton Rouge Bargain Boutique Overstock

We’ve partnered with Bargain Boutique Overstock to host a giveaway for a $150 shopping credit + VIP entry (able to shop 1 hr before opening to the general public) Enter to win on Facebook and Instagram! 

Baton Rouge Bargain Boutique Overstock

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BREC Fall Tennis – Kids, Juniors & Homeschool Programs

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While tennis might not be as popular as sports like baseball or football, it remains a great option for young athletes. As a parent trying to decide which sports will benefit your children the most, be sure to consider tennis as an option. Enrolling your child in tennis will not only expose them to a great sport now but could also lead to a lifelong passion for this popular game. BREC Fall Tennis lessons are the perfect way to introduce your child to the sport that many call the sport of a lifetime! Be sure to check out our Top 10 Developmental Benefits of BREC Tennis For Kids! 

BREC Fall Tennis

BREC Fall Tennis

BREC’s Tennis Department manages five major tennis centers, each housing its own pro shop that offers tennis resale merchandise, equipment rentals, refreshments and a full staff that manages court reservations and fees. The five major tennis centers provide a number of programs to the community, including tennis instruction, school athletic programs, youth, and adult league play and tournaments. Facilities are available for rental to organizations for tournaments, workshops, and high school league practice. There are also 85 neighborhood tennis courts located at recreation centers throughout East Baton Rouge Parish where patrons can play tennis at no charge.

BREC Fall Tenis

BREC Fall Tennis

After School Jr. Tennis Program

(Ages 8-16) A four-week program for beginners to introduce and reinforce fundamental tennis techniques. Every Monday and Wednesday, Oct. 16-Nov. 11, from 4-5 p.m. $40 per person for one day per week; $65 per person for two days per week. Registration Deadline: Friday, Oct. 11. Instructor: Jeremiah Casson.

Pee Wee Tennis Program

(Ages 3-6) A six-week program that introduces the game of tennis to younger children. Help your child develop motor skills, hand-eye coordination, overall athleticism, and fundamental tennis strokes. Fun is guaranteed! Thursdays, Oct. 24-Dec. 5 (no class Nov. 28), from 1:30-2:15 p.m. $50 per person. Registration Deadline: Friday, Oct. 18. Instructor: Jeremiah Casson.

Home-School Tennis Program

(Ages 6-17) A six-week program designed especially for home-schooled children. Participants will learn about the game of tennis in a fun learning environment. Program includes drills, games, and tennis knowledge. Thursdays, Oct. 24-Dec. 5 (no class Nov. 28), from 1:30-3 p.m. $60 per person. Registration Deadline: Friday, Oct. 18. Instructor: Ray Anders.

Junior Programming

All levels is provided by tennis pro, Chase LeBlanc, during October. For more information, contact Chase LeBlanc at 225-337-2575 or chaseman1984@gmail.com.

FREE ONE YEAR JUNIOR MEMBERSHIP FOR KIDS 10 AND UNDER
Kids 10 and under, new to the USTA, can receive a free one-year junior membership – a $20 value!
Must use source code FYFE for this offer.  Offer expires December 31, 2019.
Click here for registration form.

Disclosure: This is a “sponsored post.” The company who sponsored it compensated BRM via a cash payment, gift, or giveaway. Opinions expressed herein are that of the author and are not indicative of the opinions or positions of the sponsor. 

 

Fall Fun with Art programs at BREC: Eek A Boo & Holiday Camp

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BREC Art provides a wide range of programs for the youngest artists to grow their skills and make the most of their interests. Artistic exploration is among the best ways for kids to build confidence in expressing themselves, learn to solve problems and think critically. BREC provides a comfortable place where the next great artist can begin to unleash their creative energy. Let your little ones enjoy some fall Fun with the following Art programs at BREC: 

Fall Fun with Art programs at BREC

BREC Fall Art

Little Picassos

An introduction to the fun aspects of art. Young artists will experience their first encounters with art – using paint, oil pastels, watercolor and mixed media.

WHEN: Sept. 4 + 11 + 18 + 25
WHERE: Highland Road Community Park
AGES: 5-7
Cost – $30

Eek A Boo

In this holiday workshop we will create a BOOTIFUL 3-dimensional house! Participants will learn the basics of collage and simple construction and will leave with a piece of art that will celebrate family Halloweens for years to come!

WHEN: Saturday, Oct 26, 2019 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM
WHERE: Milton J. Womack Park
AGES: 8-12
COST: $15 / $10 each for two+ registered at the same time

Clay Creations

A basic hand-building class for beginners. Artist Terry Kennedy will introduce basic clay hand-building techniques and students will create several finished fired pieces over the four class periods.

WHEN: Oct. 1 + 8 + 15 + 22
WHERE: Webb Park
AGES: 15+
COST:  $100

Beginning Watercolor

In this two-hour class participants will learn the basics of watercolor painting. Topics of investigation include color hues and intensities, graded washes and types of brush strokes. The end result will be a graceful and smooth composition.

WHEN: Saturday, Oct 12, 2019 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
WHERE: Milton J. Womack
AGES: 15+
COST: $60

WINTER HOLIDAY ART CAMP

Enjoy a flurry of cool art projects as we investigate the elements and principles of art.
Dec. 26 + 27 / Jan. 2 + 3
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ages: 7-11
$96 EBR Parish resident / $115 out-of-parish residents.

 

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BREC’s Extreme Sports Park – BMX Clinics for all levels!

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Did you know BREC’s Extreme Sports Park offers BMX Clinics? As a mom of four boys, we were thrilled to learn about these clinics at Perkins Road Community Park. BMX Skatepark and Dirt Track clinics are designed to help improve BMX bike riding control, skill, and technique for beginners who have no to minimal riding experience to intermediate riders who have already established the basics of bike control and are looking to make it to the next level.

BREC BMX Clinics

BMX Beginner Skatepark Clinic

BMX Skatepark and Dirt Track clinics are designed to help improve BMX bike riding control, skill, and technique for beginners who have no to minimal riding experience to intermediate riders who have already established the basics of bike control and are looking to make it to the next level.

WHEN: September 14 & October 12
WHERE: Perkins Road Community Park
COST: $20 per clinic

BMX Intermediate Skatepark Clinic

BMX Skatepark and Dirt Track clinics are designed to help improve BMX bike riding control, skill, and technique for beginners who have no to minimal riding experience to intermediate riders who have already established the basics of bike control and are looking to make it to the next level.

WHEN:  Saturday, Sep 21 & October 19th
WHERE: Perkins Road Community Park
COST: $20 per clinic

BMX Beginner Dirt Track Clinic

BMX Skatepark and Dirt Track clinics are designed to help improve BMX bike riding control, skill, and technique for beginners who have no to minimal riding experience to intermediate riders who have already established the basics of bike control and are looking to make it to the next level.

WHEN: September 28 & October 26
WHERE: Perkins Road Community Park
COST: $20 per clinic

For More Information
225-766-9039
xsports@brec.org

BMX Intermediate Dirt Track Clinic

BMX Skatepark and Dirt Track clinics are designed to help improve BMX bike riding control, skill, and technique for beginners who have no to minimal riding experience to intermediate riders who have already established the basics of bike control and are looking to make it to the next level.

WHEN: September 7, October 5, November 2
WHERE: Perkins Road Community Park
COST: $20 per clinic

For More Information

225-766-9039
xsports@brec.org

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Six Reasons to Visit the Louisiana Children’s Museum in City Park

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Baton Rouge families, the Louisiana Children’s Museum opens to the public August 31st and you should start planning your day trip now! We recently had the opportunity to attend a media preview of the LCM, it wasn’t yet complete, yet we felt like we were walking through the most magical of places. It’s going to be something special for Louisiana families, a tactile experience that will delight young and old alike. Every section of the LCM is created to stimulate imagination, creativity and critical thinking in children and families through many inventive and engaging experiences, most importantly PLAY! Every decision made throughout the museum was intricately thought out to help elevate the capacity of our little ones. 

Julia Bland, CEO of Louisiana Children’s Museum, spoke beautifully on the importance of childhood, she encouraged us to enjoy and celebrate children where they are and to not make the mistake of wishing away seasons of childhood. The museum has been structured to support parents in their efforts to embrace each stage of development while focusing on literacy, environmental education, health and wellness, STEM, arts, and our rich Louisiana culture. 

Why the relocation? The new location allows the museum to better meet the needs of the community as well as improve geographic access and connect children to nature. The attention to detail outside is just as significant as the inside. The Louisiana Children’s Museum will include five new exhibit galleries indoors as well as a literacy center, a parent/teacher resource center, an edible garden, a sensory garden, and full-service café. There are a plethora of reasons to make the day trip to New Orleans to visit the LCM, here are just 6 reasons to start planning your family day trip…

Six Reasons to Visit the Louisiana Children’s Museum

Talk and Play Center

The Talk and Play center is a family-centered space that encourages families to make joyous connections  – connections of children to parents, to grandparents, to life long learning, to growing cycles – the continuums, connections, circles, and cycles that we see in so many parts of our lives.

Play With Me Exhibit

Created for children under the age of four, this ground-floor gallery is designed to provide easy access for parents of young children with strollers. Little ones can explore and play while resources are available to support parents in their journey as children’s first teachers. The Play With Me exhibit includes a fun one of a kind Sensory Lagoon, much like a tiny Lilly Pad water bed for children play on and experience. Play With Me also includes a Cypress Tree Book Nook, Peek-a-Boo Puppet Theater, Early Literacy Sensory Wall and a Discovery Zone. 

Louisiana Children’s Museum

Follow That Food 

Follow That Food will be one of the largest galleries. It will take children on a playful Louisiana Growing & Gathering food journey that starts in the fields and coastal waters, passes through the busy Ports & Cargo with stops at the Food & You Market, Creole Kitchen, café and finally, makes its way to the family table. 

Louisiana Children’s Museum

Dig into Nature

Overlooking the lagoon on the ground floor, this gallery is where children will discover the abundance of natural resources unique to Louisiana and the Gulf Coast Region. Through this tactile and textural set of experiences, visitors will explore the relationships between the diverse resources, ecosystems, plants and animals who live here. The “caring” and “sharing” stations will allow children to bring their own outdoor treasures to examine under massive microscopes and projector. The exhibit also includes Exploration & Innovation, Sedimentation Table, Storytelling Nest, Cajun Pirogue and an amazing Promise Tree Portal.

Louisiana Children’s Museum

Make Your Mark

Entering the second floor, Make Your Mark celebrates New Orleans’ rich art and its architectural, musical, historical and cultural heritage. When children understand and embrace their heritage it invites children to discover how to make their mark with their own original creations.  This is exhibit includes Studio in the Park, Jammin’ House, Jackson Square, NOLA Urban Design Studio, Build Big Dreams, Book Nook & Light Tables and more! 

Louisiana Children’s Museum

Move With the River

Move with the River will immerse children in an action-packed wet world of fun where they will begin to explore the story of the Mighty Mississippi River. Families will follow the journey of Louisiana’s most abundant resource, water! 

Acorn Café 

We’re not done yet, a huge BONUS to your visit to the Louisiana Children’s Museum is the family-friendly Acorn Café! Acorn a Dickie Brennan & Co. Cafe at the new Louisiana Children’s Museum in City Park is the icing on a day of fun exploration. Guests can enjoy a meal indoors or outdoors on the LCM balcony overlooking the lagoon, oaks, and wildlife. The menu is sourced around high quality, local food at an affordable price. The majority of children menu items are $6, and adult entrees range from $6 to $11. Have a little one with a food allergy? No worries! Acorn will be peanut-free and will offer many gluten-free options, including a gluten-free dough for pizzas. Come early or stay late, Acorn will open daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. with French Truck coffee and pastries served for a morning starter or an afternoon pick me up.

Louisiana Children’s Museum

We can’t wait for you all to visit. The new Louisiana Children’s Museum is breathtaking, but don’t take our word for it, make it a family day trip and plan to visit the new museum in City Park which will open on August 31st. 

Learn more about the museum, prices, birthdays and more on the LCM website at LCM.org.

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