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International Astronomy Day – Highland Road Park Observatory

May 1, 2022 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Are your kids interested in anything and everything science? Bring them out to Highland Road Park Observatory for the worldwide celebration of all things astronomy, physics, aeronautics, and the American space program at International Astronomy Day on May 7th from 3-11 p.m. Every year since 2007, Highland Road Park Observatory has proudly taken part in International Astronomy Day, a celebration of all things related to astronomy, physics, aeronautics, and the American space program. Old favorites and new surprises will make this International Astronomy Day a day to remember. Our family has enjoyed this annual event for years, there’s always something new to see and learn! Be sure to bring cash for food and merchandise too!

 International Astronomy Day

Saturday, May 7th from 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm
Free admission. For all ages.
Binoculars recommended after 7:30 pm

International Astronomy Day Schedule

SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

3:00 pm to 5:00 pm = ROCKET RANGE: Estes Whirlybird [launch location to be announced]

HRPO personnel will take bids for the launch and ownership of an incredible Whirlybird. Maximum launch height, 198 meters. Launch at 5:05 pm. Bidder must be at least eighteen. Launcher must be at least eight.

3:00 pm to 5:15 pm = RENAISSANCE SUNDIAL [Back Viewing Pad]

We unveil an astounding object that is both scientific timekeeper and work of art—an amazing helical body that reflects a beam of sunlight onto the correct time notch. Feel free to return to it periodically and compare it with your “modern” timepiece. You’ll be surprised by its accuracy.

3:00 pm to 7:00 pm = CELESTIAL PERIPHERIALS [Canopies]

  • Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport = telling us that weight, drag, thrust and lift are what it’s all about.
  • Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center = showcasing “alien” plant species and the possibility of plants on other planets.
  • BREC Art Program = reminding us that artists are essential to promoting space exploration and the possible mysteries we may solve.
  • Civil Air Patrol = informing on the uses of aeronautics for search and rescue.
  • East Baton Rouge Mosquito Abatement = collaborating with us to keep the creepy-crawlies off during skygazing.
  • LIGO = blowing minds with their search for gravitational waves.
  • Louisiana Master Naturalists of Greater Baton Rouge = existing to “advancing awareness, understanding and stewardship of the natural environment.”

3:00 pm to 8:00 pm = BOOKMOBILE! [behind Canopies]

The East Baton Rouge Parish Library presents the fantastic books and other resources for amateur astronomers—and a treat or two for the kids.

3:15 pm to 5:15 pm = VIEWING: Sun☉ [Front Viewing Pad]

Our parent star (in the constellation Aries♈ at this time) is put into focus. For the past few months activity—sunspots and flares—has been increasing dramatically. Utilizing a solar telescope we’ll show you an amazing view of the Sun☉ in hydrogen-alpha light. Any sizable flares or prominences occurring at this time will be easily seen! Distance, ~151 million kilometers.

3:15 pm to 6:15 pm = THE MARS TRUCK [Near Canopies]

An Izuzu box van outfitted in the most awesome ways possible. The Louisiana Space Consortium and the Society of Physics Students will set up a rotation of scopes and demos for patrons.

3:15 pm to 7:15 pm = RIDING THE RADIO WAVES [under Radio Dish]

The Baton Rouge Amateur Radio Club will teach patrons to send their names in Morse Code, explain the household benefit of the Amateur Radio Service and invite them to study for the upcoming test and become Baton Rouge’s next “hams!”

3:30 pm to 6:30 pm = NANOTECHNOLOGY DEMONSTRATIONS [Canopies]

The Center for Computation and Technology (together with BR Bytes) present an eclectic array of family-aimed experiments and explanations showing the benefits of technology on the tiniest of scales.

3:45 pm to 6:45 pm = NACHREISEN [Next to Pavilion]

HEMA—Historic European Martial Arts—promotes as an exercise the defense mechanisms that were around centuries ago. These demonstrations will show moves from the 1400s and 1500s, the time of Kepler and Brahe. Follow all instructions from personnel. Do not cross safety barrier between public and demonstrators.

4:15 pm to 8:15 pm = TRAIN LIKE AN ASTRONAUT! [behind Pavilion]

Three separate stations allow kids and adults to get just a little taste of what may lie ahead if they are bold enough to apply for the Space Program!

4:30 pm to 8:30 pm = ADVENTURE QUEST [instructions and form at secret location to be revealed during event]

The frantic search game is always an IAD favorite. Gather the points to get the prizes—but should you redeem for small prizes as soon as possible, or get more points for higher level prizes? Will someone get the big prizes before you? There may be limited forms!

5:00 pm to 7:00 pm = ROCKET RANGE: Estes Wacky Wiggler [launch location to be announced]

HRPO personnel will take bids for the launch and ownership of a counterintuitive Wacky Wiggler. Maximum launch height, 244 meters. Launch at 7:05 pm. Bidder must be at least eighteen. Launcher must be at least eight.

*6:00 pm to 10:00 pm = VIEWING: Waxing Crescent Moon [Front Viewing Pad/ Back Viewing Pad]

During this time our closest celestial companion will have its apparent tone change from sky blue to grays and purples. It will be in Gemini♊. Personal binoculars recommended after 8:00 pm. Distance 398,000 kilometers.

7:00 pm to 9:00 pm = PHYSICAL SCIENCE DEMONSTRATIONS [Main Floor]

Over a half-dozen randomly-selected group from HRPO’s amazing collection of demos focusing on optics, chemical changes, sound and magnetism will be spread out like a buffet. (The demos are different every single month, so show up for ARRL Field Day on 25 June!)

7:45 pm to 8:15 pm = SEARCH: Crepuscular Rays [all outside locations]

Broken clouds, positioned correctly during sunset, can create a beautiful phenomenon of alternating rays of light and shadow. Could we be so lucky?

8:00 pm = APPEARANCE: Sirius [East Treeline]

The bright beacon of winter skies is saying goodbye. Which of us can see its fierce glow in the southwest first? Distance 8.6 light-years.

periodically from 8:00 pm to 10:00 pm = VIEWING: Lunar Landscape [Large Dome]

Compare what you’ve seen of our only satellite so far (in the scopes on the viewing pads) with the magnificent “in-flight” view of the terrain of the Moon—with all the craters big and small, flooded areas, bright spots and streaking rays.

8:15 pm = APPEARANCE: Arcturus [South of Front Viewing Pad]

The orange K-class giant jewel of Boötes rises in the east. Distance 37 light-years.

*8:15 pm to 8:30 pm = VISIBLE PASS: The X-37B [all outside locations]

It’s the latest in the famous NASA experimental plane series. We can see it? Yes, when it reflects enough sunlight down to our eyes, while simultaneously the sky is dark enough to provide contrast. Distance, an almost-able-to-touch 396 kilometers.

8:15 pm to 8:45 pm = TWILIGHT SKY TOUR [Back Viewing Pad]

The denizens of the mid-spring sky appeal to young and old, and you may learn more about them than you thought you could! (There also may be one or two extra visible passes!)

8:45 pm = APPEARANCE: Corvus the Crow [Front Viewing Pad]

The irregular box just west-southwest of Spica makes itself known. Patrons should just look in the direction of St. Gabriel!

*9:00 pm = APPEARANCE: The Big Dipper [Front and Back Viewing Pads]

The most famous asterism of the night sky—actually a section of Ursa Major—holds sway in the north-northeast. Can you separate Mizar and Alcor, or do you need to use a binocular?

9:15 pm = APPEARANCE: Leo♌ the Lion [all outside locations]

In a relaxing pose, eternally staring at Cancer♋, the King of the Zodiac observes us as we observe him.

*9:30 pm to 11:00 pm = VIEWING: The Beehive Cluster [Back Viewing Pad]

Telescope operators will show patrons a glittery jewel that reveals itself to be an open cluster of about 1000 stars of varied brightnesses and colors. Distance 577 light-years.

9:45 pm to 11:00 pm = METEOR HUNTING [south of Viewing Pads]

Laying on a tarp or lawn chair or sleeping bag brought from home, patrons will be encouraged to focus intently on the northeastern sky to spy any streaks zipping through the constellations. One major and one minor meteor shower are in progress right now, and a couple of fireballs have been seen locally in the past few weeks. You never know what you’ll catch happening if you keep looking up!

*9:55 pm to 10:05 pm = VISIBLE PASS: The Hubble Space Telescope [all outside locations]

Its days are numbered, but it still has a couple of years left for data gathering. We can see it? Yes, when it reflects enough sunlight down to our eyes, while simultaneously the sky is dark enough to provide contrast. Distance 908 kilometers.

10:00 pm to 10:30 pm = EVENING SKY TOUR [Back Viewing Pad]

Leo♌, Ursa Major, Coma Berenices and Virgo♍ are the cast of characters in an informative and fun recitation of stellar stories.

*sometime between 10:00 pm to 11:00 pm = VIEWING: Omega Centauri [location to be revealed]

The legendary globular cluster is notoriously elusive from this latitude. It is IAD tradition to attempt a spotting from a savvy vantage point on the grounds, looking through the gaps in the trees. Believe us, it’s worth it! Distance—hold on to your seat—a whopping 18,000 light years.

10:30 pm to 11:00 pm = LUNAR TOUR [Back Viewing Pad]

With magnifications of 10x to 50x, patrons will spy Craters Posidonius, Plinius, Theophilius, Cyrillus and Catharina.

All viewing is weather permitting.
Personal binoculars strongly recommended for (*) viewing events.

Free binocular checkout from HRPO front desk will be available at 7:30 pm, but there are a limited number. We strongly encourage visitors to bring binoculars.

Filed Under: Baton Rouge Resources, Family Friendly Baton Rouge Tagged With: Baton Rouge, Baton Rouge Events, Baton Rouge Family, Baton Rouge Parents, BREC, Highland Road Park Observatory, International Astronomy Day, To do

Kids Bowl Free in Louisiana

April 27, 2022 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Kids bowl free this summer in participating bowling centers across Louisiana, including Baton Rouge and Gonzales!

Select bowling centers around the country are participating in the first-ever Kids Bowl Free program. This program is designed by bowling centers to give back to the community and provide a safe, secure, and fun way for kids to spend time this summer.

Kids bowl free

Registered Kids Receive 2 FREE GAMES Of Bowling Each Day Of The KBF Program All Summer Long!

Children whose age does not exceed a limit by a participating bowling center are eligible to register for two free games each day of the KBF program, all summer long, courtesy of the participating bowling centers and the schools and organizations.

Kids Bowl Free Baton Rouge

Fun for Parents, too!

Strike up extra summer fun with the purchase of a family pass! You’ll have the option to purchase it upon registration completion for your children. You can buy a 2-person pass for $26.96 or a 4-person pass for $34.16 with the code WELCOME10 at checkout!

The 2022 KBF program registration is officially open!

Kids Bowl Free Baton Rouge

  • All Star Lanes-Baton Rouge

Kids Bowl Free Gonzales

  • Premier Lanes

More Kids Bowl Free Bowling Centers in Louisiana

Alexandria

  • 4 Seasons Bowl

Bossier City

  • Holiday Lanes

Hammond

  • Tangi Lanes

Harvey

  • Westside Lanes

Lake Charles

  • Petro Bowl

Monroe

  • Bayou Bowl

Shreveport

  • All Star Lanes
  • Holiday Lanes

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Mother’s Day Brunch Guide 2022 – Baton Rouge Family Fun

April 25, 2022 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Give mom a break this Mother’s Day — no cooking, no cleanup, and definitely no dishes — by taking her out to brunch, lunch, or dinner. When it comes to brunch, the Baton Rouge area has many delicious eateries to choose from.

Here are a few going above and beyond for Mother’s Day! If we missed a Mother’s Day Brunch spot, please email us so we can add them!

Baton Rouge Mother's Day Brunch Guide

Mother’s Day Brunch Guide

BRQ “Seafood and BBQ Mother’s Day Brunch
Celebrate Mom this Mother’s Day at BRQ! Enjoy all of your favorite brunch items or order from the regular menu.

 

Beausoleil Coastal Cuisine BrunchBeausoleil Coastal Cuisine
Beausoleil Coastal is a haven for making memories around our table with fresh seafood, constantly being re-inspired into new and original dishes to love. Reservations are available by calling 225 926-1172

 

CochaCocha
Fresh, seasonal, locally sourced cuisine with global flavors. Focusing on Fresh, Sustainable, Organic Foods all made from scratch. Vegetarian, Vegan and Gluten Free options available. Full bar. Parking Available. Beautiful Patio Seating. Reservations available by calling 225 615-8826

 

Mother's Day Brunch Guide 2019 - Baton Rouge MomsCrowne Plaza Executive Center Baton Rouge Mother’s Day Brunch
Seating’s on the hour 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
For Reservations Call (225) 925-2244
Visit www.crownebaton.com

 

 

Tallulah Crafted Food and Wine Bar
Join Tallilah for a Mother’s Day Buffet.
Reservations by calling 225.388.5710 or find them on Open Table. SUNDAY, MAY 8, 2022 AT 10 AM – 2 PM

 


The Gregory and WATERMARK Baton Rouge
Regular menu available with some mom favorite specials! Sunday at 10:00 AM – 2:30 PM
150 Third Street, Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70801
Reservations available by calling 225 408-1800

 

May be an image of 4 people, grass, tree and text that says 'Mother's Day Annual Buffét May 8, 2022 11am-3pm'Houmas House and Gardens
This Mother’s Day join Houmas House for their Annual Mother’s Day Buffet. Make reservations soon as seats are limited. See the menu here: https://houmashouse.com/upcoming-events/ Reservations are available by calling 225 473-9380

 

 

Mothers Day BrunchSullivan’s Steakhouse
Treat Mom and celebrate Mother’s Day with Sullivan’s. Join Sullivan’s on Sunday, May 9, they’ll be serving their full menu, so treat Mom to a meal she deserves.
Reservations available by calling 225 925-1161

Mother's Day Brunch

Zea Rotisserie & Bar
Now taking reservations for Mother’s Day at Zea. Reservations and family meal pre-orders now! Visit https://zearestaurants.com for more information.

 

Mother's Day Brunch Baton RougeStab’s Prime Steak and Seafood
Serving their regular Brunch Menu
Reservations available by calling 225 361-0797

 

 

Leola's Café & Coffee HouseLeola’s Café & Coffee House

Brunch, Live Music & AM Cocktails Leola’s Café & Coffee House! Mother’s Day Brunch Service is full menu service with fancy specials to take your Momma’s Brunch to the next level 🥂 Reservations available by calling 225 256-7052


The Bullfish Bar+Kitchen
❤️💕Mother’s Day Brunch💕 ❤️ Make your reservations now to celebrate mom! Inside or Outside seating. Reservations are available by calling 225-478-1690

 

Zorba’s Greek Bistro

Mother’s Day Brunch event on Sunday, May 9th from 11am-2pm. Reservations available by calling

225 444-5074

 


Odom’s Kitchen, LLC
Mother’s Day Brunch – Includes Bottomless Mimosas, Pre-Fixe Brunch, Drink Specials

 

 

MID TAP BR
Tap in for Mother’s Day Brunch on May 9th from 11am-3pm. 💛 *Reservations recommended. Call (225) 663-6800 to reserve your table!
💓 Mother’s Day Special: Chocolate waffle topped with strawberries and house-made whipped cream!
Monjunis Italian Cafe on Jefferson Hwy

OPEN MOTHER’S DAY! Make your reservations now. Brunch and full menu available.

(225) 231-1595

 

Jones Creek Cafe & Oyster Bar
Join Jones Creek Cafe & Oyster Bar for delicious Brunch items, Endless Champagne, and Bloody Mary’s.
Cafe, Oyster Bar, and Patio dining. Make your reservations now for a great Mothers Day 225 755-3550

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Blueberry picking near Baton Rouge and Beyond

April 20, 2022 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Blueberry picking can be a fun, delicious, and educational outing with kids. Nothing compares to picking one’s own food and seeing where our food comes from. In Louisiana, the picking season usually starts earlier than other parts of the country, and we’re blessed to have several options for Blueberry picking near Baton Rouge.

Where to pick Blueberries

We’ve listed Blueberry picking farms below; while some of these farms are not close, they are within an hour or two and would make a fun day trip with a new city to explore. Time to get some dirt on your hands and fresh fruit in your buckets!

Good to Know Before You Go: Please be sure to call the farm before heading out, so many variables can affect your outing. Berry ripening, Weather, Berry availability, etc.

What to Bring: Prepare for a trip to the farm like you would a day at the park. With very little shade in the berry patches, you’ll want to bring hats and sunscreen. Wear full feet covering shoes, no flip-flops or the sort; those pesky Louisiana ants will get you every time!

Bring baby wipes and a change of clothes for the littles; you never know what blueberry shenanigans the kids will get into.

Louisiana Blueberry picking

Blueberry picking near Baton Rouge and Beyond

 Berry picking in Baton RougePhoto Credit:  Patty Mcgrath @ Blueberry Ridge Orchard

Blueberry Ridge Orchard: The Season Opens Memorial Day, May 31st. Hours of operation are M-Sat- sunrise to sunset. Closed on Sundays. Please bring your own containers to take your berries home. The price for a u-pick is $1.50/lb.

WHERE: 2199 Holly Ridge Road, Jackson, Louisiana 70748.
More Info: Online | Facebook |225-603-2935 or leave a message at 225-629-5311.


Blue Harvest Farms: Blue Harvest Farms is the largest U-Pick Blueberry Farm in St. Tammany parish, located on the Covington/Bush border (Waldheim). Blue Harvest Farms will no longer be a public U-pick blueberry farm. They now operate a membership program.

They are still U-pick, and they still only grow blueberries, but because the fields have been downsized, they can no longer handle historical BHF crowds.

WHERE: 78495 HWY 21, Bush, LA 70431
More Info: Online | Facebook | blueharvestfarms@gmail.com


EquiTerra Farm: EquiTerra Farm is a certified organic horse-powered farm.  They provide organic blueberries, figs, blackberries, muscadines, and vegetables. They also have wonderful big brown free-range eggs and free-range broilers. Pick, weigh, and pay!

WHERE: 12798 Muse Lane, Clinton, LA 70722
More Info:  225-683-8406 | pldavidson@aol.com

Blueberry picking near Baton Rouge

Loblolly Ridge Farm:  Season opening TBA – Located in the northern section of Tangipahoa Parish, Amite, Louisiana. Loblolly Ridge Farm is a U-Pick Blueberry farm. The farm consists of 2 acres of blueberries (approximately 1200 bushes consisting of 6 varieties of hybrid blueberries).
Open Friday and Saturday Only 7:00am- 3:00pm. Berries are $10.00 per gallon cash only.

WHERE: 1000 Andrew Bankston Road, Amite, LA 70422
More Info: Online | (985) 748-6843


Shuqualak Farms: The Blueberry pickingseason  TBA

Upick Blueberries 3$ a pound
Quart kids take home bucket 6$
Pure Blueberry Juice 10$ a quart
Blueberry Concentrate 12$ a quart
Blueberry Popsicles 1$ each 10$ a dozen
Local Honey squeeze bear 5$ pint 9$
T-shirts 15$
Cash,Check,Paypal +50 cent no credit card

Shuqualak Farms is small and inviting, with six acres of blueberries and four acres of blackberries. Open from early June to mid-July, visitors are provided with a 5-quart bucket and strap for collecting their harvest. Berries are packaged in freezer-safe bags, and children are given 1-quart take-home buckets.

WHERE: 232 Shuqualak Farms Rd, Frierson, LA
More Info: Online | Facebook | (318) 797-8273


Sunhillow Berry Farm: Planning to open Memorial weekend. Locally owned and operated. This farm has been in operation since 1993. They operate on the “honor” system. Come on out and pick your own! Pick, weigh, and pay!

WHERE: 33510 Magee-Mahner Rd Pearl River, LA
More Info: Online | Facebook | (985) 867-9737

 Strawberry & Blueberry picking


After Berry picking – Caring for Berries

Store unwashed berries in containers or gallon-sized zip-top bags layered with paper towels. Refrigerated berries will last about two days, however, frozen blueberries can last from season to season or beyond. No need to wash berries for the freezer.

THEY MUST BE DRY BEFORE FREEZING; you can wash before use. Serve at room temperature after washing with a spray of cool water. Whole berries can be frozen in zip-top freezer bags for jams, smoothies, and homemade ice cream.

Get ready to jam.

Jams, jellies, cobblers, muffins – blueberries make any recipe more nutritious and delicious. Blueberries are fat-free, low in calories, and have fiber, vitamin C, and disease-fighting antioxidants.

Did you know?

Blueberries were originally planted as a replacement crop for tobacco. Today, they’re the No. 1 fruit produced in Georgia. Yep, they beat the peach with 18,328 acres producing 39 million pounds of blueberries valued at over $120 million.

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Strawberry picking near Baton Rouge & Beyond: U-Pick Guide

April 1, 2022 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Strawberry picking can be a fun, delicious, and educational outing with kids. Nothing compares to picking one’s own food and seeing where our food comes from. In Louisiana, the picking season usually starts earlier than in other parts of the country, and we’re blessed to have several options for berry picking near Baton Rouge.

We’ve listed several fruit picking farms below; while some of these Strawberry picking farms are not close, they are within an hour or two and would make a fun day trip with a new city to explore. Time to get some dirt on your hands and fresh fruit in your buckets!

Good to Know Before You Go: Please be sure to call the farm before heading out, so many variables can affect your outing. Berry ripening, Weather, Berry availability, etc.

What to Bring: Prepare for a trip to the farm like you would a day at the park. With very little shade in the berry patches, you’ll want to bring hats and sunscreen. Wear full feet covering shoes, no flip-flops or the sort; those pesky Louisiana ants will get you every time! Bring baby wipes and a change of clothes for the littles; you never know what blueberry shenanigans the kids will get into.

Landry-Poche’ Farms

Founded in 1926, the family-run Landry-Poche Farm in Holden is in the heart of Louisiana’s strawberry farming region of Tangipahoa and Livingston parishes.

Visiting  Landry-Poche’ farms is like taking a step back in time. There’s a fruit stand on site where you can buy bushels of strawberries already picked, or you can pay $12 a bucket and pick your own. There were rows and rows of strawberries to pick from, and it doesn’t take long to fill your bucket.

Strawberry & Blueberry picking

The farm also sells breads, jams, and fresh veggies. We munched on the yummy strawberries, and I made strawberry sangria with all the berries we had leftover. It was a great little getaway, and I totally suggest y’all going to check them out and support local farmers.

Strawberry & Blueberry picking

Family Fun Day at the Farm!

Don’t miss Family Fun Day at the Farm on April 23 and 24! Jump houses, face painting, craft table, photo booth by The Candid Camper, concession stand, picnic area, and playground. Pick your own strawberries -1# 8.00 or $13.00 gallon ( souvenir bucket included) Plus, all sorts of homemade jam and jelly, chocolate-covered strawberries, and homemade strawberry bread! No entry fee

Where: Landry-Poché Farm, 29955 Richardson Drive, Holden, LA 70744
When: Open 9-4 daily for ALREADY picked STRAWBERRIES
More info: http://www.landrypochefarm.com/


Mrs. Heather’s Strawberry Farm

Pick your very own farm-fresh strawberries! Collect and eat or take em’ home. Children actually walk through the Strawberry Patch and pick their own strawberries!

GENERAL ADMISSION

  • Kids (newborn & up): $8 per child CASH ONLY
  • Adults : $ 3
  • Birthday Parties: $110 (up to 10 children)
  • $8 (per child after that)

OTHER ACTIVITIES

  • Learn how a strawberry grows
  • Face and Hand Painting
  • Zipline
  • Tractor Races
  • Picnic Area
  • Bouncing Race Horse
  • Jumping Pillow

Where: 31458 LA Highway 43, Albany
When: Open every day until Mother’s Day, 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
More info: 567-3493


Blahut Strawberry Farm

Open: April through May,  Monday to Friday from 9 am until 12 pm. Directions: Blahut Farm is located off I-12; exit 32 (Albany-Springfield) three miles south of the interstate. Crops are usually available in April, May. Strawberries are placed in gallon, souvenir bucket while picking and will be taken home. Tickfaw State Park is only 5 minutes from Blahut Farm and is perfect for picnicking.

Where: 24980 Fayard Road, Springfield
When: TBA
More info: 294-5073


Daniel & Anna’s Orchard

Pick-your-own orchard with fruits grown throughout the year. Pick and purchase blueberries, peaches, kumquats, satsumas, persimmons, strawberries, and others. Selling pick-your-own strawberries by appointment ONLY. Please call (337) 380-3795 to make an appointment.  https://www.facebook.com/DanielAnnasOrchard/

Where: 5116 North Freetown Rd New Iberia, LA 70560
When: By Appointment Only
More info: (337) 380-3795

Blueberry picking near Baton Rouge & BeyondBlueberry picking

Check out our Blueberry Picking Guide for blueberry farms near Baton Rouge and beyond!

Blueberry picking near Baton Rouge and Beyond


After Berry picking – Caring for Berries

Store unwashed berries in containers or gallon-sized zip-top bags layered with paper towels. Refrigerated berries will last about two days. Frozen blueberries can last from season to season or beyond, do not wash berries for the freezer. THEY MUST BE DRY BEFORE FREEZING; you can wash before use. Serve at room temperature after washing with a spray of cool water. Whole berries can be frozen in zip-top freezer bags for jams, smoothies, and homemade ice cream. Add berries to cereal, smoothies, or snacks straight from the refrigerator or freezer. Berries are fat-free, low in calories, and have fiber, vitamin C, and disease-fighting antioxidants. We know you’ll enjoy blueberry picking near Baton Rouge & Beyond!

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Filed Under: Baton Rouge Resources, Family Friendly Baton Rouge, Food Tagged With: Baton Rouge Farm, Baton Rouge Upick, Blueberries, blueberry picking, pick your own

Glad Gardens – They build it, they deliver it, you grow it!

February 2, 2022 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

With Glad Gardens, you don’t have to spend time amending your hard clay soil or building your raised garden. Instead, Gald Gardens offer professional installation services to set up your garden box. Dirt is an essential aspect of successful growth. Glad Gardens uses rich compost garden soil to give your plants the best start with the nutrients they need!

Glad Gardens

I had my very own Glad Gardens box added to my yard last summer, and I can honestly say it was the best thing I did for myself and my yard! I’ve dreamed of having a flower and herb garden for years, but I have horrible hard clay soil. Glad Gardens turned my flower garden daydreaming into a reality. I don’t have the greenest thumb, but Glad Gardens has the best soil to make up for my inadequacies. I planted and watered, and everything in my box thrived.

Glad Gardens

They build it, they deliver it, you grow it!

Glad Gardens

What is a raised bed garden?

It’s an enclosed planting area on top of the ground that offers one huge benefit: You never have to deal with poor soil, because you control what goes in the bed. What’s more, because raised beds don’t require planting in rows, you’ll be able to fit more plants in than you would in a traditional garden of the same size — so you’ll eventually end up with a bigger harvest.

Garden Anywhere.

No yard? No problem! Glad Gardens are custom-built to fit your space. So even if you live in an apartment or only have a tiny patio, their gardens can produce plenty of flowers/vegetables!

Raised bed gardens allow you to grow anywhere—provided your chosen area gets at least eight to 10 hours of sun a day. It would help if you had that sunshine for the heat lovers, like tomatoes, melons, cucumbers, peppers, etc.

If you have hard-packed or clay soil, or an area where there are too many roots to dig – as I have, you can add a raised bed for easy, no fuss, gardening. If you have issues with drainage, you can add gravel to that space and then install a raised bed overtop.

Families benefit from gardening together.

  • Research shows that families who garden together enjoy better health and well-being: Children eat more vegetables.
  • Gardening provides stress relief, relaxation, and physical exercise.
  • Gardening together gives families a chance to spend quality time together outdoors.
  • Families form long-lasting bonds by working together for a common goal.

Glad Gardens Details

Glad Gardens was born in 2015 in Shreveport. After living in an apartment for a year, four physical therapy students decided to rent a house. Naturally, it was dubbed the “Glad Pad.” They built a raised garden and called it the “Glad Garden.” Thus, a business was born. Glad Gardens’ goal is to share the passion for gardening with the Baton Rouge community and surrounding areas by making it as easy as possible! They build the garden, supply the dirt, and bring it all to you, ready to plant. No assembly required! Get out of the house, off the computer, away from the TV, and into the garden!

Garden Size/Price: Each bed is 4ft x 8ft with Dirt/Delivery/Installation 399$

Facebook: www.facebook.com/gladgardensla

Contact: Stephen Mayronne (318) 450-0381

Family Friendly Mardi Gras

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Family Friendly Mardi Gras Guide – Baton Rouge and Beyond

January 5, 2022 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Contrary to popular belief, Mardi Gras can be a Family Friendly event, especially in Baton Rouge and surrounding areas. The festival seems like it was made for children, with creative floats, costumes and masks, bold colors, and joyous music. Not to mention, the beads, doubloons, and other treats thrown to the crowds from the floats are a child’s delight.

Mardi Gras returns in 2022 and we could not be more excited! Below you’ll find a round-up Family Friendly Mardi Gras resources: Schedules, recipes, crafts and more! Check back often as we update this page throughout the Mardi Gras season. 

Family Friendly Mardi Gras

Family Friendly Mardi Gras Parades

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Your guide to King Cakes in Baton Rouge & Beyond

 

Mardi Gras Activity Book – Free Printable Mardi Gras Activity Book

 

Top 5 Baton Rouge King Cakes -2022 coming soon!

Your guide to King Chakes in Baton Rouge

 

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Gluten-Free King Cake Recipe – Baton Rouge Family Fun

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Filed Under: Baton Rouge Resources, Mardi Gras Tagged With: Baton Rouge Mardi Gras, family friendly mardi gras, King Cake, Mardi Gras

2022 King Cake Guide – Baton Rouge and Beyond

January 1, 2022 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

King Cake truly is the demise of many New Year’s resolutions, but how can we resist this buttery danish pastry, sweetened with dusted sugar, icing, and a plethora of flavored fillings? Not us! Here’s a list of numerous places to get King Cakes in Baton Rouge and a plethora of flavors to choose from… traditional, cream cheese, chocolate, praline, strawberry, apple, raspberry to bacon, boudin, and maple! Below we’ve listed over 30 places to get your King Cake fix in Baton Rouge and beyond.

King Cakes in Baton Rouge

King Cakes in Baton Rouge and Beyond:

Alexander’s – 18111 Highland Market Drive – Phone: 615-7800

Ambrosia Bakery – 8546 Siegen Lane – Phone: 763-6489

Another Piece of Cake Bakery – 1001 Blanchard St Brusly, LA 70719

Baums – Florida Blvd Location 8046 Florida Blvd. Phone: 927-0760 – Perkins Road Location 10550 Perkins Rd. Phone: 767-4838

Brew Ha Ha – 711 Jefferson Hwy Suite 2-A – Phone: 923-1923

Cake Jewels – King Cake Balls – Phone: 337-0253

Calandro’s – Government Street: 383-7815 • Perkins Road: 767-6659

Claudus King Cake – Harahan, LA (504) 521-6683

Corritomata

Baton Rouge King Cake

Dawn’s Sweet Tooth – 13623 Hooper Rd Ste A Central, Louisiana (225) 261-0090

District Donuts – 7415 Corporate Blvd #900, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

Dong Phuong — These king cakes were so popular last year, you were lucky if you got your hands on one. 14207 Chef Menteur Hwy, New Orleans, LA 70129 504-254-1568

Eat Fit King Cake — Those looking to stick to their healthy new year’s resolutions will appreciate the Eat Fit King Cake, a mini 11-oz bundt-style king cake that’s gluten-free, grain-free, dairy-free, sugar-free, low-carb, and even Keto-approved. They can be found at Alexander’s Highland Market

Gambino’s– 8646 Goodwood Blvd – Phone: 928-7000

Gourmet Girls– 3025 Perkins Rd – Phone: 252-0999

Harvest – 12513 Highway 73 (3.55 mi) Geismar, Louisiana 70734 (225) 673-6504

Haydel’s Bakery – 4037 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans, LA 70121 (504) 837-0190

Hi Nabor Supermarket – Available at all three locations

Les Amis Bake Shoppe – 11826 Coursey Blvd – Phone: 293-8115

Maru Bread Company

Maxwell’s Market – Three Locations – (225) 766-9150

Navarre’s Famous King Cakes – 31545 Highway 22 Springfield, Louisiana (225) 294-3438

Oak Point Fresh Market – Watson and Central locations

King Cakes in Baton Rouge

The Poboy House 

Ralphs– 15013 Hwy 44 Gonzales – 622-4044 – 6431 Hwy 44 (Pelican Point) Gonzales – 473-1004

Randazzos– You can get your Baton Rouge Randazzo’s at Carnival Mart off Florida BLVD and at Capital City Crawfish! King Cakes in Baton Rouge

Rouses – Many locations (225) 448-0050

Shannon’s Sugah Shack – Visit Shannon’s Facebook page to order your King Cake! 

Strands Cafe– 226 LAUREL ST.- Phone: 344-5346

Sweetime Bakery – 13711 Coursey Blvd, Ste A Baton Rouge, LA 70817 – (225) 615-8005

Thee Heavenly Donut– 17732 Highland Rd – 753.7711 5830 –  S. Sherwood Forest Blvd. – 368.0090

Tredici Bakery – 5078 Capital Heights Ave Baton Rouge, LA 70806 – (225) 448-5216

Whole Foods Market – 7529 Corporate Blvd, Baton Rouge, LA 70809 – (225) 218-0452

These are not the only places to find King Cake in the Baton Rouge area but this is a great start! If we have missed one of your favorites, please let us know.

More posts you might find interesting:

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RACK – Random Acts of Christmas Kindness

December 1, 2021 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Tis’ the season to get into the holiday spirit! We are RACKing up Random Acts of Christmas Kindness this season, and we would love for you to join us! We are spreading the joy of the holidays by performing a Random Act of Christmas Kindness each day throughout December. It’s the perfect way to enjoy the true reason for the season… family, togetherness, community, and giving!

The best part of participating in even the smallest act of kindness and/or giving is that generosity and kindness are contagious!

Goodness spurs goodness: A single act can influence dozens more.

Please join us for our 8th Annual RACK! We are showering the Baton Rouge community with Christmas Kindness all month long!

RACK – Random Acts of Christmas Kindness

What is RACK, and how does it work?

 It’s a way to infuse holiday spirit in others by performing a Random Act of Christmas Kindness throughout December! Many do a RACK a day for 25 days leading up to Christmas, an advent of sorts. However, we are asking you to join us in doing what you can, when you can, however big, however small. Be creative and lead with your heart! Most importantly, get the whole family involved!

We have created printable RACK cards in different sizes; print and attach them to your RACK. Although there are many ways to offer a RACK, we have put together an extensive list of ideas and a calendar if you want to follow a list of acts.

RACK – Random Acts of Christmas Kindness Ideas:

  1. Rake the yard of a neighbor who can’t rake it themselves.
  2. Bless your garbage collectors with a treat or small gift card for lunch.
  3. Have your children make the mailman or lady a Thank You card or poster with treats taped to it.
  4. Tape coins on vending machines for snacks or sodas. The hospital would be an excellent place for this!
  5. Tape single dollars to items at the dollar store. (plus a dime for tax)
  6. RACK a Red Box by leaving a dollar or two and some popcorn or a candy cane.
  7. Donate items to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank
  8. Pack toiletry or snack bags for Volunteers of America Greater Baton Rouge homeless shelters.
  9. Donate a coat to Pat’s Coats for Kids.
  10. Bake treats and take them to the police station or fire station with thank you cards for their service.
  11. Take a break from texting and mail an actual handwritten letter or card to someone you love.
  12. Send letters or gifts to an assisted living home. Coordinate with your local nursing or retirement home first.
  13. Take Get Well balloons or flowers to the hospital and leave them with a nurse for someone who is alone.
  14. Fill a Good Samaritans Christmas Box
  15. Tape quarters to laundromat machines.
  16. Leave a basket of Christmas gifts on the doorstep of a family in need.
  17. Leave a $5 bill on the pump at a gas station.
  18. Bring treats to your local urgent care office on Christmas Eve.
  19. Cook a meal and deliver it to someone who could use a meal. Someone who is sick, a new family in the neighborhood or at church, a new mom.
  20. Take a person who’s working on Christmas Eve something special.
  21. Drop off books to give to patients at the OLOL Children’s Hospital.
  22. Drop off a coffee and a treat to a busy mom.
  23. Bring a gift to Santa.
  24. ‘Ding dong ditch’ your neighbors with fresh-baked goods.
  25. Before paying at the grocery store, buy a gift card, and then turn around and hand it to the person behind you or to the cashier.
  26. Leave an extra big tip at a restaurant.
  27. Donate to the local animal shelter. Contact a local animal shelter to find out what they need. (food, blankets, towels, and food bowls, etc.)
  28. Put something you no longer need on Craigslist’s FREE section.
  29. Fill purses you no longer use with toiletries and fun items for men and donate to your local women’s shelter.
  30. Foster a dog for the local animal shelter.

Rack Tag printables…

RACK CardsDownload Medium RACK Cards HERE.

RACK Christmas TagDownload Small RACK Cards HERE.

Small RACK CircleDownload XSmall Circle TACK Tags HERE

 A RACK Advent calendar can be found here.

 More cards and tags can be found here.

It’s our responsibility to discuss gratefulness, generosity, unselfishness and service not just during the holidays but year-round. We are our children’s greatest role models — we should start early to mold our children’s perspectives on the holiday season. May we create such treasured memories of family time and togetherness, and the joy of giving, that our children will hold on to these memories for a lifetime and pass them on to their children.

We wish each of you a blessed Christmas Season full of RACK!

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Filed Under: Baton Rouge Resources, Causes, Community Outreach, Family Friendly Baton Rouge, Louisiana, Social Good Tagged With: Baton Rouge volunteer, Christmas, RACK, Random Acts of Kindness

Copeland’s of New Orleans Family Thanksgiving Feast

November 12, 2021 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Thanksgiving is a time for families to gather, feast, and enjoy being together. Cheesecake Bistro wants to get you out of the kitchen to enjoy more well-deserved family time this year by offering Copeland’s of New Orleans special Thanksgiving Feast a la carte menu and the convenience of a complete Thanksgiving Feast Family Meal to-go. Copeland’s famous Cajun fried turkey is at the center of the Thanksgiving Feast Menu offerings coming to Cheesecake Bistro this year.

“As a local family company, Cheesecake Bistro understands that giving loved ones a way to get out of the kitchen to spend more precious moments together is priceless,” said Al Copeland, Jr.  “We hope that our Copeland’s Thanksgiving Feast Family Meal and individual holiday selections can create a holiday filled with delicious New Orleans classic holiday flavors and time to create new memories while enjoying family moments.”

“Every year our guests ask if they can order Copeland’s of New Orleans Thanksgiving Feast Menu items at Cheesecake Bistro and this year, we are excited to say yes.  Our guests can not only spend more time with their families, but they can now add Copeland’s made from scratch New Orleans holiday classics on to their tables,” said Brandon Creel, General Manager, Cheesecake Bistro.

Copeland’s of New Orleans Family Thanksgiving Feast & Meal To-Go

Copeland’s of New Orleans Thanksgiving Feast Menu items coming to Cheesecake Bistro this year are perfect for office celebrations, Friendsgiving, and family gatherings. Pick up pre-orders curbside and enjoy the Pilgrim Platter on Thanksgiving Day in our dining room or to-go.

The Thanksgiving Family Feast Meal ($129), which feeds 6 – 8 people, includes 4 lbs. of Cajun fried turkey breast, a quart of turkey gravy, one dozen buttermilk biscuits, a choice of two of the following sides: mashed sweet potatoes with pecan amaretto cream sauce, butter creamed potatoes, smothered ham and bacon green beans, Cajun corn maque choux, homemade cranberry compote, and cornbread.

All the items on the Thanksgiving Feast Family Meal can be ordered individually, in addition to Louisiana oyster dressing, plus a selection of Copeland’s soups, salads, entrees, sides, and desserts, including Copeland’s signature cheesecake with a variety of toppings, pumpkin bread pudding, and pumpkin pecan cheesecake (while supplies last).  Pre-orders begin on October 1st and will be ready for pick up between November 11th – 30th and require 48-hours advanced notice.  All meals include reheat instructions.

On Thanksgiving Day Cheesecake Bistro is offering Copeland’s of New Orleans Thanksgiving Pilgrim Platter which includes all the Feast offerings.  Adult platters ($18.99) and Children’s platters for ages 12 and under ($9.99), along with select Cheesecake Bistro’s menu items and our new apple caramel cobbler dessert, are available for pickup or dine-in between 11 am-5 pm. Thanksgiving Feast Menu, Thanksgiving Feast Family Meal, and select a la carte Cheesecake Bistro’s catering items are also available with a 48-hour pre-order for pickup between 8 am-4 pm on Thanksgiving Day.

All Thanksgiving offerings may be pre-ordered online at www.CopelandsFeast.com or by visiting our Baton Rouge Cheesecake Bistro location.

Disclosure: This is a “sponsored post.” The company that 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.

 

Filed Under: Baton Rouge Resources, Celebrate, Dinner Ideas, Food, Holidays Tagged With: Copeland’s of New Orleans, Family Thanksgiving Feast, Thanksgiving Meal To Go

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