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Ice Skating on the River – Raising Cane’s River Center

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The Raising Cane’s River Center will once again magically transform into a “Winter Wonderland” just in time for you to create your holiday memories. Ice Skating on the River is an annual holiday tradition that will be open through January 3rd.

Ice Skating on the River

Ice Skating on the River has been a Baton Rouge tradition for many years. It is a great way for families to have fun and celebrate the joys of the holiday season while creating wonderful winter memories,” said Les Crooks, Regional General Manager of Raising Cane’s River Center for ASM Global.

A fun-filled holiday event for all ages, there will be 75-minute sessions nearly every day now through January 3, 2020. Tickets are on sale now for $12-$14 per person with special group packages for parties over ten people. What better way to celebrate the holiday season than with Ice Skating?

Ice Skating on the River

Ice Skating on the River

Session times this week:

Monday Dec. 7: 6pm, 8pm
Tuesday Dec. 8: 6pm, 8pm
Wednesday Dec. 9: 6pm, 8pm
Thursday Dec. 10: 6pm, 8pm
Friday Dec. 11: 6pm, 8pm
Saturday Dec. 12: 10am, 12pm, 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, 8pm
Sunday Dec. 13: 2pm, 4pm, 6pm, 8pm

Purchase a skating session and create winter memories that will last a lifetime. Due to COVID restrictions, the number of skaters allowed per session has been reduced, so you are encouraged to buy your tickets in advance. Tickets are on sale now online at www.Ticketmaster.com, and charge by phone at-1-800-745- 3000. For more information, please contact the Raising Cane’s River Center at 225-389-3030.

GIVEAWAY

Baton Rouge Family Fun has partnered with Raising Cane’s River Center  to host a giveaway for TWO Family Four Packs! Two lucky families will win a Family Four Pack of tickets! Simply enter via our Rafflecopter Giveaway widget below with more entry options on our Facebook and Instagram pages!

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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. 

Brec’s Baton Rouge Zoolights – Making Spirits Bright

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Join BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo for Zoolights (Friday, November 27 – Wednesday, December 30)! 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. 

Zoo Lights


 

Baton Rouge Zoolights

Closed Christmas Eve & Christmas Day

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​

Prices will be reduced by 50% when guests present non-perishable food items to be donated to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank. 

ZOOLIGHTS IS:

  • A mile-long trail through the Zoo
  • More than 50 illuminated display sculptures of animals and traditional holiday displays
  • A festive family activity, adding to the quality of life for residents throughout the region.

Baton Rouge Zoolights displays will include the following:

BREC Baton Rouge Zoolights

LIGHTED DISPLAYS WILL INCLUDE THE FOLLOWING:

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: Safari Photo Booth Seasonal Specials from the Flamingo Cafe Safari Post Gift Shop

Family Friendly Halloween Drive-In Movies – Lamar Dixon Expo Center

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Starting next week, Lamar-Dixon Expo Center will host Movies on the Mississippi with a fun lineup of Family Friendly Halloween Drive-In Movies, your favorite Halloween flicks plus treats!! 🎃 👻

Drive-in movie theaters, an entertainment staple from the late 1950s to the early ’80s, are exactly what they sound like: a large outdoor screen visible from the comfort of your own car, using a radio frequency or external speaker to hear the audio. Now they’re being resurrected as a way to have an in-person viewing experience while adhering to social-distancing guidelines.

Family Friendly Halloween Drive-In Movies

Lamar-Dixon Expo Center has taken the cinematic experience to an entirely new level. From childhood nostalgia and classic films to recent releases, Live stream tailgating events, live music, and much more. 

Movies on the Mississippi will have classic snacks & drinks at concessions: popcorn, soft drinks, bottled water, snack packs, candy plus food trucks. They respectfully ask that you do not bring in any outside food or drinks in order to help support local Food Trucks and vendors that have been greatly affected by events being canceled due to COVID. 

Family Friendly Halloween Events

Family Friendly Halloween Drive-In Movies Lineup:

  • Hocus Pocus – 10/21 & 10/30- Showtime: 7:15 pm
  • Hotel Transylvania – 10/21 – Showtime: 7:15 pm
  • Casper – 10/22 – Showtime: 7:15 pm
  • Nightmare Before Christmas – 10/22 – Showtime: 7:15 pm
  • Ghostbusters – 10/23 – Showtime: 7:15 pm
  • Frankenweenie – 10/23 – Showtime: 7:15 pm
  • The Addams Family – 10/28 – Showtime: 7:15 pm
  • Beetlejuice – 10/29 – Showtime: 7:15 pm
  • Ghostbusters – 10/29 – Showtime: 9:45 pm
  • Hotel Transylvania 2 – 10/30 – Showtime: 7:15 pm

There are also a few thrillers, concerts and Live stream tailgating scheduled. See the full schedule of events on the Movies on the Mississippi website. 

Drive-In Movies Details:

  • All tickets must be purchased online. You can purchase your tickets here. 

  • Parking spaces are allocated upon arrival.

  • Check for scheduling and availability.

  • Check out the FAQ page for more information.

  • We encourage you to enjoy the show from the comfort of your car, or within the allotted space.

  • Social distancing must be practiced at all times when in the proximity of people outside of your party.

WHAT: Movies on the Mississippi – Drive-In Movies 

WHEN: Starting October 21st

WHERE:
Lamar Dixon Expo Center
9039 S St Landry Ave
Gonzales, LA 70737

TICKETS: https://www.moviesonthems.com/lamardixon

Be sure to visit our Full Fall Guide here for more family-friendly fun! 

 

Boo at the Zoo – Halloween Fun at BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo

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Calling all ghosts, goblins, little ghouls and boys…  on October 17th, 18th, 24th, and 25th, BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo is thrilled to be able to host their most popular family event of the year – Boo at the Zoo! This year’s event will be a little bit different than in the past. For safety purposes, pre-prepared treat bags will be available for children to pick-up upon exiting the Zoo. They are still encouraging creative & fun costumes for all guests to create a merry-not-scary experience!

There will be traditional fall-themed photo opportunities & they’ll be providing fun and festive enrichments to their animal friends during the day. While this year’s event will be a little different, it promises to keep this family tradition special for all ages! 

Boo at the Zoo

This year at Boo at the Zoo

Regular Zoo admission applies and admission is free for Friends of the Zoo Members. Admission gates open 9:30am – 4:00pm. Grounds close at 5 pm.

Due to COVID-19 Safeguards, we will be pre-packaging treat bags for all children ages 12 and under to collect upon exiting their adventure at the Zoo.

We encourage costumes, as always, and protective face masks for guests.

While this year’s event will be a little bit different, we promise to keep this family tradition special.

There will be traditional photo ops throughout the Zoo with Fall and Halloween themed structures.

As well, we will be providing fun and festive enrichments to our animal friends throughout the day.

It’s sure to be a good time for all ages! 

Upcoming Dates:

Saturday, October 17, 2020
Sunday, October 18, 2020
Saturday, October 24, 2020
Sunday, October 25, 2020

Boo at the Zoo

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How old do you have to be to trick-or-treat?

A: Treats are for children under the age of 12.

Q: Is parking free?

A: Parking is free, but the parking lot often fills up for Boo at the Zoo. Deputies will assist in directing traffic but please “bear” with them. Cars will be permitted to enter as soon as spots become available. It’s best to get there early!

Q: Is your event scary?

A: Boo at the Zoo is a merry, not scary Halloween event. The Hay Maze & other attractions are not scary and are suitable for young children.

Q: Can we bring our own snacks and beverages?

A: Outside snacks and beverages are not allowed inside the Zoo, but feel free to enjoy your Zoo favorites at the Flamingo Cafe, or try out the Food Court with everything from quesadillas and fried pickles to funnel cakes and smoothies! 

You won’t want to miss this day of family fun! 

Boo at the Zoo

Learn more at the BREC Baton Rouge Zoo website and follow the Baton Rouge Zoo Facebook page for updates! 

Disclosure: This is a “sponsored post.” The company who sponsored it compensated BRFF 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. 

2020 Baton Rouge Pumpkin Patch & Corn Maze Guide

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While this year may look different, there is still much to look forward to… we get a taste of cooler days, pumpkins, cute costumes, and a few fun events. We have compiled our list of fun fall pumpkin patch & corn mazes! Don’t miss our favorite spots around the Red Stick to find your perfect pumpkin, create some fall family memories, and take a hayride or two. As with previous years, we have included events and activities taking place in Baton Rouge and beyond. 

While every effort has been made to ensure this information is accurate, we encourage you to contact the patch directly to verify that all details are correct and have not changed. If you have information on a Pumpkin Patch or corn maze that we missed, please let us know!

Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze Guide

AgCenter Botanic Gardens Corn Maze

Corn Maze at Burden

Corn Maze Saturday

The LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens Corn Maze is a family-friendly day of fall fun with numerous farm-related activities. Join the crazy mazy fun every Saturday in October with hayrides, zip lining, face painting, Bayou Goula’s Petting Zoo, pumpkin decorating, and more! Enjoy hamburgers, food from local vendors, and corn inspired snacks like corndogs and popcorn.

October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, 2020 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 

Tickets for this year’s Corn Maze must be purchased in advance for scheduled 2- hour time experiences here at BonTemps Tix!

Ticket Times:
Morning: 10 a.m. – noon
Midday: 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Afternoon: 3 – 5 p.m. 

This year’s theme is “Harvest Some Happiness”.

The LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens Corn Maze is a family-friendly day of fall fun with numerous farm-related activities in a safe, socially distanced environment.
Enjoy some crazy, mazy family fun as you find your way through the maze. The fun continues every Saturday in October. Admission is $15 per person and, free for children 3 and younger. Corn Maze is Baton Rouge’s most aMAZEing event! Become a member! Family members receive 4 tickets to Corn Maze for free!

Due to COVID-19 and state mandate, masks must be worn in any area where social distancing is not possible. Children under the age of 8 are exempt. 

Activities will include:

  • Corn Maze
  • Sunflower Fields 
  • Pumpkin Patch 
  • Petting Farm 
  • Hayride
  • Satsuma picking
  • Hay Mountain
  • Rock Rascal Treasure Hunt 
  • Take home crafts
  • Picnic Area with local food vendors

Click here for full details! 

WHEN: October 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31, 2020 | 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. 
WHERE: Burden Museum & Gardens 4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA 70809

baton rouge pumpkin patch

Jefferson United Methodist Church Pumpkin Patch

Family fun in a safe environment All proceeds support area Missions.

PATCH OPENS! WED 10/7

WEEKDAYS 11AM TO 6pm | SATURDAYS 9AM TO 6pm | SUNDAYS 12PM TO 6PM

The Pumpkin Patch is the largest mission project at JUMC. All net proceeds are distributed to local missions, plus help fund our youth mission trip. Last year they were able to donate thousands of dollars – all because of the volunteers willing to work the patch. Plus, with the Kick-Off event, new people can experience JUMC.

WHEN: Starts 10/7
WHERE: 10328 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge, LA 70809 

Ascension Parish

Baton Rouge Pumpkin Patch

NewSong Church Pumpkin Patch & Fall Festival

The NewSong Church pumpkin patch at the corner of Old Perkins and Bluff Road in Prairieville will be open starting Monday, October 5th through October 31st.  
Hours are 2pm – 6pm Monday – Friday, 10am – 6pm on Saturdays, and 12pm – 6pm on Sundays.

Baton Rouge Pumpkin Patch

 Pumpkins of all shapes and sizes, as well as various types of gourds from the Navajo Indians in Northern New Mexico will be available for purchase. 

NewSong will also host a FREE Fall Festival on Saturday, October 17th from 4pm – 6:30pm. 

Fall Fest

WHEN: October – Hours are 2 pm – 6 pm Monday – Friday, 10 am – 6 pm on Saturdays, and 12 pm – 6 pm on Sundays.
WHERE: 18465 Old Perkins Rd, Prairieville, LA 70769 Phone: 225-313-6736

Livingston Parish

Mrs. Heather's Pumpkin Patch

Mrs. Heather’s Pumpkin and Strawberry Patch

See our full review of Mrs. Heather’s Pumpkin Patch and what to expect in 2020. 

Pick a Pumpkin from the field – Activities include: zipline, Jumping Pillow, Tunnel Slide, Face Painting, Duck Racing, Pedal Tractors, See Cotton, Growing, Hay Maze Milk a Cow Roll Down the Hill Catch Mrs. Heather telling how pumpkins grow Merry go round Play Horse Shoes Nature Trail Lots of places to take pictures Weigh & Measure your pumpkin, Bring a Picnic Lunch, Paint a pumpkin (weekends only) 

WHEN: Sep. 26th through Nov. 8th – Daily 9:00am – 5:00pm
WHERE: 31458 La 43 Hwy, Albany, LA 70711. Phone: 225-567-3493
ADMISSION: Kids (newborn & up): $8 per child Adults: Free

Faith Crossing UMC Pumpkin Patch – Closed this year due to COVID. 

Closed this year due to COVID. 

 

East Feliciana Parish

Barn Hill Preserve Pumpkin Patch 

Barn Hill Preserve pumpkin patch

Barn Hill Preserve’s pumpkin patch will be going on every weekend in October! Guests will participate in fun Fall related activities and get to experience the beauty of the preserve. They will have activities ranging from animal shows, hayrides, and mini animal encounters to picking pumpkins out of the patch. 

WHEN: Starting the first week in October – Saturday’s & Sunday’s 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Barn Hill Preserve 11342 LA-955, Ethel, LA 70730 – 225-286-3003
ADMISSION: $15 per person at the door. 

Tangipahoa Parish

Liuzza Land Pumpkin Patch Corn Maze

Liuzza Land Pumpkin Patch  – Closed this year due to COVID. 

Corn Maze & Pumpkin Patch – The maize if full of scarecrows, dead ends, and bridges to excite you as you make your way through! Each scarecrow holds a hole puncher of a different shape which you will use to punch your card to help guide you in the right direction.  Pick pumpkins right off the vine or choose a pre-picked one from our pumpkin patch. One pie pumpkin is included with every admission. Activities include: Pumpkin Tattoos & Painting, Tunnel Slides, Swings, Diggers & A Jumping Pillow, Goat Feeding, Pony Rides, Petting Zoo, Pioneer Playhouse, Horse Drawn Wagon Rides. 

WHEN: Closed this year due to COVID. 
Where: 56188 Holden Cir Amite, Louisiana 70422

St. Helena Parish

Cajun Country Corn

Cajun Country Corn has been farming food and fiber for over 30 years. They started their corn maze in 2000 and have been doing it ever since. In addition to the regular maze, they open up a portion of the maze on Friday and Saturday nights for haunting. Other spooky attractions include the haunted trail, board maze, and zombie paintball. You can also enjoy the pumpkin blaster, corn cannon, and other farm attractions while you are there. Pine Grove, LA – 7 Acres
Haunted Nights in October
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Cajun Country Corn Maze

WHEN: ​Open OCTOBER 10th- NOVEMBER 29th | Friday 5pm – 9pm, Saturday 9am – 9pm, Sunday 11am – 6pm
WHERE: The corn maze is located in Pine Grove, LA on  Hwy 16. The maze is located 1 mile east  of 42360 (Napa Auto) in Pine Grove, and five miles west of 35999 (Bear Creek Western Store) in Montpelier, LA 
ADMISSION: Click here for full details on packages and pricing

Cajun Country Corn

Baton Rouge Family Fun will always bring you the best in Family Friendly events in Baton Rouge and beyond. This post will be updated as new events are listed, check back for more Baton Rouge Family Fun!

 

Visit our Family Friendly Baton Rouge Fall Events for a full list of fall fun in Baton Rouge and beyond. 

 

Virtual Fourth of July Concerts, Fireworks, and Events

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This Independence Day is different from any we’ve ever seen. Most cities have canceled the traditional fireworks and celebrations but all is not lost!  Many events have moved online to offer free virtual events for all to enjoy. We have put together a list of virtual Fourth of July concerts, fireworks, and events taking place across the country to be enjoyed from the comfort of your home. 

Virtual Fourth of July Concerts, Fireworks, and Events

FIREWORKS ON THE MISSISSIPPI EXTRAVAGANZA (VIRTUAL)

Virtual Fourth of July

Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge & WBRZ Channel 2‘s
FIREWORKS ON THE MISSISSIPPI EXTRAVAGANZA (VIRTUAL)
Performances & Fireworks 9:00 PM -11:00 PM
You can view on Channel 2 WBRZ, wbrz.com and Facebook!
Ebb & Flow is partnering with local artists Esco, Parish County Line, and Michael Foster Band and news outlet, WBRZ Channel 2, to bring you fireworks and music! We wish we could enjoy our usual celebration at the USS KIDD altogether, but we are bringing you the next best thing from the comfort of your own home!

PBS‘s A Capitol Fourth 2020

Live on Saturday, July 4, 8:00 p.m. ET/PT.
In celebration of America’s 244th birthday, join John Stamos, Vanessa Williams, and a star-studded lineup for the 40th-anniversary presentation of A Capitol Fourth! #July4thPBS

Washington National Cathedral July 4 Online Concert: We The People

Saturday, July 4, 11:00 am
https://cathedral.org/july4/
Washington National Cathedral for an online Independence Day concert to celebrate the enduring values that make America strong, resilient and compassionate.

This year’s online concert features the United States Marine Orchestra, gospel artist Michael W. Smith, opera sensation Denyce Graves, former Senator Elizabeth Dole and so much more.

July 4th: A Tribute to the American Spirit Concert (LiveStream)

The United States Air Force Band, Washington Performing Arts, and National Harbor have partnered together with special guest artists Joshua Bell, Soloman Howard, and Larisa Martínez- Soprano to present a special online event, streamed live at 4:00 p.m. on July 4th. Hosted by DC’s own Aaron Gilchrist, morning anchor at NBC Washington, “A Tribute to the American Spirit” will highlight the resilience of all Americans, honor our veterans, and celebrate Independence Day with some patriotic favorites. The live stream can be viewed at: nationalharbor.com/july4

July 4th with the National Archives

Virtual Fourth of July

Saturday, July 4th, 11:00 am – 4:00 pm
https://www.archivesjuly4.org/
Join the National Archives for its first-ever virtual July 4th celebration! The Archives knows how to celebrate the founding of the United States with a reading ceremony of the Declaration of Independence. This year, tune in online for educational activities and the annual program broadcast!

Live from Music Hall: A Virtual July 4th Concert

Virtual Fourth of July

Gather the family for a free virtual July 4 concert—live from Music Hall. JMR and the Pops will perform on stage at Music Hall while you and your family enjoy from home. Hear your favorite patriotic and Americana tunes as special guests join the Pops for a tribute to our nation’s history. “Stars and Stripes Forever” becomes a virtual visual extravaganza to cap off the program.
View on website: https://www.cincinnatisymphony.org/…/virtual-july-4-celebr…/

A Boston Pops Salute to Our Heroes

Virtual Fourth of July

The 2020 Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular broadcast, under the direction of Keith Lockhart, presents A Boston Pops Salute to Our Heroes. The broadcast on July 4 at 8pm will feature both new content and highlights from beloved performers from the past three years including:

*Broadway legend Brian Stokes Mitchell
*Amanda Mena, America’s Got Talent semi-finalist from Lynn, MA
*American folk-rock singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge
*Amanda Gorman, first-ever Youth Poet Laureate of the United States
*Broadway star Leslie Odom Jr.
*Grammy Award-winning artist Rhiannon Giddens, lead singer, violinist, banjo player, and a founding member of the acclaimed country, blues, and old-time music band the Carolina Chocolate Drops
*Rita Moreno, iconic singer/actor/dancer
*Great American folk singer-songwriter, Arlo Guthrie and The Texas Tenors
*The incomparable Queen Latifah, American rapper, singer, songwriter, actress, and producer
*Pop sensation Andy Grammer
*The The United States Army Field Band and Soldiers’ Chorus
*Middlesex County Volunteers Fifes & Drums
Visit https://bostonpopsjuly4th.org for the latest details.

 

Rainy Day Activities For Kids – Parent Sanity Savers!

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With the never-ending rain and kids being home, we have put together 20 rainy day activities for kids that will help you pass the time with the kids, indoors…

20 Rainy Day Activities For Kids:

  1. Get out the crafts – Let the kids use their imaginations and create some Mother’s Day masterpieces.
  2. Make a fort in the living room out of blankets.
  3. Play Restaurant – Let the kids help in the kitchen for a day – bake cookies, make lunch and dinner together, and have them “critique” meals.
  4. Write letters to friends and family or fill out a year’s worth of birthday cards.
  5. Have a fashion show or photoshoot or better yet, make a photo booth and take lots of funny pictures. Making photo props can be fun and allow the creative juices to flow!
  6. Read books, Make a book or flipbook – You can rent books online or via the Library & Amazon! 
  7. Put on a puppet show – During Hurricane Katrina, we had our boys put on a play with puppets, or paper dolls. They drew the characters, cut them out, glued them to cardboard and glued a stick on the backside,  fixed a stage out of a large shipping box, wrote a script and put on a play. This entertained them for hours!
  8. Make paper airplanes and have a flying contest.
  9. Cleaning party – Crank up the radio and have a dance party while cleaning the house.
  10. Zoom Playdate –  Catch up with friends and family you haven’t seen in a while. 20 Rainy Day Activities For Kids
  11. Donate – Go through your home with the kids and find items {clothes, toys, appliances} to donate.
  12. Camp out– Create an indoor camp with tents and use the microwave to make s’mores.
  13. Bowling – Create your own bowling game with items around the house. 
  14. Try to make Origami – this site has tons of great ideas.
  15. Go to the movies at home –  pop some popcorn and catch up on movies you have yet to see or revisit an old favorite.
  16. Puzzles, board games, Freeze Dance and Charades are always a must on a snow day…try to change things up or make up your own games. Use this Charades generator to get ideas.
  17. Have a beach party – indoors! Get creative with crafts, treats, and a beach-themed movie!
  18. Paint Rocks of Kindness and leave around Baton Rouge once the rain stops. 😉
  19. Go through old photos – this always offers plenty of entertainment.
  20. Blow up some balloons –  toss ’em in the air, and don’t let them touch the ground, or grab some paddles or kitchen spoons for balloon tennis.

We would love to hear your ideas for indoor activities, please share them with us on Facebook!

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Chalk Your Walk Baton Rouge – Spread joy and kindness!

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 Social distancing hasn’t stopped the community from coming together to beautify the outdoors — at least at a distance from each other. Last week we kicked off the Louisiana Boot Trail and we loved seeing your beautiful Louisiana Boots on display in neighborhoods around the Baton Rouge area! We also had many of you tag us in your Chalk Walk photos and we fell in love with the idea to #ChalkYourWalk! The perfect way to spread more joy and kindness! Many of us are looking for something to do that’s safe and gets us out of the house during this time of pandemic restrictions. Chalk Your Walk Baton Rouge is pretty simple. Go outside with some chalk and write an uplifting message or drawing on your driveway, fence or sidewalks. We’ve partnered with the Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge to encourage families to get out and #ChalkYourWalkBR! 

Chalk Your Walk Baton Rouge

Haylie Smith, a Baton Rouge mom of three sent us this great idea for a fabulous chalk project using tape to share with you all! and her family was not the only ones with this fabulous idea! She 

Chalk Your Walk Baton Rouge

I’m a mom of 3 trying to find things to do around the house just like everyone else during this self-quarantine. I asked my husband to put tape around the fence so the kids could color it in since he’s the creative one. He took it to another level by adding our last name since this is week has brought us closer together. All you need it tape and side walk chalk for this time consuming art project. Loclon, Ally & Annie Jane are proud of their work. – Haylie Nola Smith

Haylie’s family was one of many that enjoyed some family time making joy-filled masterpieces with chalk and tape this weekend! Carly Peterson’s family had the same idea and decorated their driveway along with encouraging notes on the sidewalk. If this doesnt put a smile on your face, we don’t know what will! 

Chalk Your Walk Baton Rouge

Chalk Your Walk Baton Rouge

Chalk Your Walk Baton Rouge

We invite you and your family to draw inspiring art and/or write encouraging messages on a nearby sidewalk or your driveway. Or, put a surprise message or drawing on the sidewalk of a neighbor or friend . Then take a walk, go for a bike ride, or even take a drive to check out the art around your neighborhood.

Take a pic of the art and post it in our event on Facebook, or send it to us. Don’t forget to use the hashtag #ChalkYourWalkBR and tag us @batonrougefamilyfun on Instagram! We will give Baton Rouge Family Fun shirts and Tote Bags to a few lucky winners each week.

Ready, get set, chalk away!

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Family Night at the Museum – 12 Famous Museums With Virtual Tours

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We know the Governor’s announcement that all public schools will be closing through April 13th has left us all with lots of questions. Unexpectedly staying home can have some complications beyond having enough food and supplies. Many are wondering what they are going to do with the kids for the next month. There is a plethora of resources for our families to learn and enjoy the extra time we will have together. How about Family Night at the Museum??? According to Fast Company, Google Arts & Culture teamed up with over 500 museums and galleries around the world to bring anyone and everyone virtual tours and online exhibits of some of the most famous museums around the world. 

Now, families can “go to the museum” and never have to leave the couch.

Google Arts & Culture’s collection includes the British Museum in London, the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, the Guggenheim in New York City, and literally hundreds of more places where you can gain knowledge about art, history, and science. This collection is especially good for students who are looking for ways to stay on top of their studies while schools are closed.

Family Night at the Museum - 12 Famous Museums With Virtual Tours Family Night at the Museum – 12 Famous Museums With Virtual Tours

British Museum, London

This iconic museum located in the heart of London allows virtual visitors to tour the Great Court and discover the ancient Rosetta Stone and Egyptian mummies. You can also find hundreds of artifacts on the museum’s virtual tour.

Guggenheim Museum, New York

Google’s Street View feature lets visitors tour the Guggenheim’s famous spiral staircase without ever leaving home. From there, you can discover incredible works of art from the Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, Modern and Contemporary eras.

National Gallery of Art, Washington, D.C.

This famous American art museum features two online exhibits through Google. The first is an exhibit of American fashion from 1740 to 1895, including many renderings of clothes from the colonial and Revolutionary eras. The second is a collection of works from Dutch Baroque painter Johannes Vermeer.

Musée d’Orsay, Paris

You can virtually walk through this popular gallery that houses dozens of famous works from French artists who worked and lived between 1848 and 1914. Get a peek at artworks from Monet, Cézanne, and Gauguin, among others.

National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul

One of Korea’s popular museums can be accessed from anywhere around the world. Google’s virtual tour takes you through six floors of Contemporary art from Korea and all over the globe.

Family Night at the Museum - 12 Famous Museums With Virtual Tours

Pergamon Museum, Berlin

As one of Germany’s largest museums, Pergamon has a lot to offer – even if you can’t physically be there. This historical museum is home to plenty of ancient artifacts including the Ishtar Gate of Babylon and, of course, the Pergamon Altar.

Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam

Explore the masterworks from the Dutch Golden Age, including works from Vermeer and Rembrandt. Google offers a Street View tour of this iconic museum, so you can feel as if you’re actually wandering its halls.

Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam

Anyone who is a fan of this tragic, ingenious painter can see his works up close (or, almost up close) by virtually visiting this museum – the largest collection of artworks by Vincent van Gogh, including over 200 paintings, 500 drawings, and over 750 personal letters.

The J. Paul Getty Museum, Los Angeles

European artworks from as far back as the 8th Century can be found in this California art museum. Take a Street View tour to discover a huge collection of paintings, drawings, sculptures, manuscripts, and photographs.

Uffizi Gallery, Florence

This less well-known gallery houses the art collection of one of Florence, Italy’s most famous families, the de’Medicis. The building was designed by Giorgio Vasari in 1560 specifically for Cosimo I de’Medici, but anyone can wander its halls from anywhere in the world.

MASP, São Paulo

The Museu de Arte de São Paulo is a non-profit and Brazil’s first modern museum. Artworks placed on clear perspex frames make it seem like the artwork is hovering in midair. Take a virtual tour to experience the wondrous display for yourself.

National Museum of Anthropology, Mexico City

Built in 1964, this museum is dedicated to the archaeology and history of Mexico’s pre-Hispanic heritage. There are 23 exhibit rooms filled with ancient artifacts, including some from the Mayan civilization.

Sadly, not all popular art museums and galleries could be included on Google Arts & Culture’s collection, but some museums are taking it upon themselves to offer online visits. According to Fast Company, the Louvre also offers virtual tours on its website.

To see more of Google Arts & Culture’s collection of museums, visit the collection’s website. There are thousands of museum Street Views on Google as well. Google Arts & Culture also has an online experience for exploring famous historic and cultural heritage sites.

This article originally appeared on TravelandLeisure.com.

Operation Imagination: NEW Indoor Play Area in Baton Rouge

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Something NEW and EXCITING has opened up for families in Baton Rouge! If you’ve been wishing for another indoor play option for your littles, you’ll want to visit Operation Imagination, an intimate 2,000 square foot imaginative indoor play area where children can explore, learn and have fun through pretend-play! We’ve partnered with Operation Imagination to host a giveaway, be sure to enter below!! 

Operation Imagination

Operation Imagination is a unique and imaginative play experience designed for young children. The play stations have been well planned with great attention to detail to stimulate children’s minds through exploration and pretend play. Unlike other local facilities, Operation Imagination doesn’t just focus on active play but use pretend-play to engage the mind. The elements/activities are structured for preschool-age children to learn gross motor skills and build confidence as they interact in this “town within a town” with settings such as a grocery store, a theater, a camping area, home, education station, a mail stop, construction area, streets, an airplane to fly and more!

Operation Imagination

 

Pretend play is the acting out of stories that involve multiple perspectives and the playful manipulation of ideas and emotions; an important part of thinking and brain development. Our focus is for those 6 months to 7 years old looking for a play space to put their imagination to the test. 

Operation Imagination

There are endless options for pretend play inside of the magical walls of Operation Imagination. If you’re searching for a new birthday venue for your little one, you can book parties too! You can also reserve a time for larger groups of field trips. Have questions about Operation Imagination, no worries, they have answers on their FAQ page here!

Events

Operation Imagination also holds events and craft times – the next event is coming up in December. Wear your Christmas PJs and join Operation Imagination for milk & cookies, letters to Santa, elf hats and Playtime and a special Elf guest all the way from the North Pole! Register here!! 

Operation Imagination

 

WHERE:
4606 Jones Creek Rd, 100
Baton Rouge, LA 70817, US

HOURS: 
Monday Closed
Tuesday 9:30am – 4:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am – 4:30pm
Thursday 9:30am – 4:30pm
Friday 9:30am – 4:30pm
Saturday 9:00am – 1:00pm
Sunday Closed

PRICE: 
Children under 1 (utilizing the play space) – $4
Children over 1 – $7
Adults – Free

GIVEAWAY

We stopped by Operation Imagination and we were blown away by this locally mom-owned play area, it was evident that it was created with much thought and love. Don’t miss out on this gem, your little ones will LOVE it! We’ve partnered with Operation Imagination for a fabulous GIVEAWAY too! Operation Imagination wanted to bless one mama with a 10 Visit Punch Card – valued at $70! 

 

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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.