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Dear Les Miles

September 25, 2016 by Guest Contributor

Dear Les Miles,

Can I call you Les? We have spent 12 years together, so I am just going to call you Les.

When I was 21 years old and enjoyed the tailgate culture of LSU more than one probably should, I knew nothing of football. Yet I would walk miles from my boyfriend’s fraternity house to tailgate after tailgate. I hydrated only with whiskey and beer. By the time the game came on I was the boisterous girl you either loved or hated. I never really paid much attention to the man calling the plays. I grew up, much to the relief of my mom. As I grew into the resemblance of an adult, I paid more attention to the game and less to the pre-game. At the helm of the game was you, a man named Les Miles. 

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It was 2005 when you stepped up to the plate, Katrina had just passed through our coast. You came in, and we wanted greatness. We had gotten a taste of the crystal ball that is the NCAA championship, and we wanted more. We needed a win. You gave us a 11-2 season, and a Peach Bowl victory your first year. 

You were a different kind of coach. Just when I thought you were going to let us down, you’d call a play that had us yelling at our screens. Sometimes in anger, sometimes in excitement, but always disbelief. “Why would he call that? HOW DID IT WORK?!” I loved you for this. I felt like your Mad Hatter side was my spirit animal. I longed to be the girl that could upset the dichotomy of this world like you upset the dichotomy of college football. 

You ate a blade of grass. You clapped like my toddler when she sees Elmo. You were our coach. You were our Mad Hatter. You led the LSU Tigers to a 2007 National Championship three short seasons after you arrived, and then you stuck around. Tiger fans were in love. Were you who we had been waiting for?

LSU Tigers head coach Les Miles holds back his team before kickoff of a game

LSU Tigers head coach Les Miles holds back his team before kickoff of a game.

I’ve grown to be a mom since I watched you eat your first blade of grass in Death Valley. For the past 12 years I imagine you’d be the kind of guy I’d want to invite to family dinner. I imagine you’d laugh loudly with us and discuss boudin and smoking pork with the men. I imagine your wife would sit down with us as the kids escaped to the backyard. You like beer right? If not my husband has Swamp Pop in the fridge. None the less, I have always and will always be fond of you. I have always imagined you a good man. That sentiment was supported when I met my husband.

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My husband has told me the story of how you looked at him when he was flying you back and forth to Oklahoma and Baton Rouge and said, “I have kids at home, just get me home safe.”

As the college kid, that’s not something I could have appreciated, but as the mom writing this letter to you, I love you for it. 

It’s easy to forget at the end of a tough loss, you’re just a man, a husband, a dad. So I write this letter as a parent myself and as a born and raised Louisianan. 

Thank you for being kind. 

Thank you for 114 Tiger wins. 

Thank you for a national title. 

Thank you for a 13-0 regular season. 

Thank you for 5 top ten finishes. 

Thank you for humbleness and class. A rarity in athletics. 

Thank you for being unapologetically yourself. 

Thank you for embracing Baton Rouge and making it home. 

Thank you for 12 amazingly fun years as the Mad Hatter. Your unpredictability is my favorite quality in you. 

Les, you showed Death Valley what it means to Love Purple and Live Gold on and off the football field. 

I don’t know where your adventures will take you after this, but if they ever need a pause, our home is open. We will cook some food for the family. We will even garnish your plate with a little blade of grass.

Sincerely,

Whitney 

Filed Under: Louisiana, This Week in BR Tagged With: Les Miles, LSU, LSU Football

East Baton Rouge Parish Library Free Events For Children and Teens

August 26, 2016 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

We have heard from many parents that kids and teens are getting restless from being out of school for so long. We also know that having projects to do and feeling a sense of normalcy in the midst of the recovery process is beneficial for kids. Thanks to the East Baton Rouge Parish Library, there are plenty of programs and activities to keep your young ones busy during the flood cleanup until school re-opens September 6.

The Library’s online Digital Library also is available 24 / 7 online (www.ebrpl.com/DigitalLibrary) or you can call for help at (225) 231-3750 or text a librarian a question at (225) 361-8476. At the Digital Library, patrons have access to downloadable e-books, music, e-magazines, e-audiobooks, streaming music and video, online classes, language learning, educational and other games, as well as databases containing resources and information on every topic may be accessed remotely by any East Baton Rouge Parish Library patron. All you need is your Library card, and it’s free.

East Baton Rouge Parish Library

There’s always fun to be had at with the East Baton Rouge Parish Library

Here’s some events for children and teens happening at 13 of our 14 branch Libraries at this time (Greenwell Springs Road Regional Branch Library remains closed). Dates and times may be subject to change due to limited hours of operation, and many activities require *registration, so it’s best to call the hosting branch Library to confirm the program’s still occurring and if registration is required. Visit www.ebrpl.com for phone numbers and branch addresses.

East Baton Rouge Parish Library Events For Children and Teens

Movie Days
Main Library at Goodwood

Movies will be shown 10 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. each day until school begins, except Sundays.

*Build a Nest Story/Craft

Baker Branch Library, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, August 27

Join us in the Baker Children’s Room for the Build a Nest STEM Story/Craft. Children can listen to Mama Built a Little Nest by Jennifer Ward, engage in discussion questions, and build their own bird nest to take home. Ages 6-11. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult. Space is limited, so register early.

*Game Day

Jones Creek Regional Branch Library, 2:30 p.m. Saturday, August 27

Come play games with us! Children are invited to join us for a variety of gaming opportunities, including favorites such as Connect Four, Jumbling Towers, Uno, cards and puzzles, and Kinect games on the Xbox 360 including special headsets for gaming headset reviews. Ages 6-11. Registration is required.

Arduino/Robotics Club

Main Library at Goodwood, 2:30 p.m. Saturday, August 27

Learn about programming and robotics using Arduino kits. You can make LED displays, fun gadgets, robots, wearable lights and more!

*Butterfly Story/Craft

Pride-Chaneyville Branch Library, 2:30 p.m. Saturday, August 27

Listen to the book From Caterpillar to Butterfly by Deborah Heiligman then create a colorful summer caterpillar craft! For ages 4-8. Please register.

*Teddy Bear Story/Craft

Fairwood Branch Library, 3 p.m. Saturday, August 27

Bring your favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal to the library for a fun storytime featuring the classic story The Three Bears. After the storytime, children will make a cute dress-a-bear paper craft. For ages 3-6. Space is limited, so please register.

Story Lab for Fall Writing Studio

Main Library at Goodwood, 3 p.m. Sunday, August 28

Open to middle and high School Students. To register, send an email at newsouthstorylab@gmail.com.

Documentary and Independent Film Group: I Am Ali

Delmont Gardens Branch Library, 2 p.m. Tuesday, August 30

Watch the film I am Ali.

*Snap Circuits

Zachary Branch Library, 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 30

Use your genius brain to create various snap circuits after listening to a chapter from the non-fiction book Before the World was Ready: Stories of Daring Genius in Science by Claire Eamer. Ages 8-11. Limited to 8 participants. Please register.

Rainbow Loom Madness

Eden Park Branch Library, 3 p.m. Wednesday, August 31

Make keychains, decorations, accessories and more with brightly-colored rubber bands. Learn new patterns, teach other teens your best designs and have fun!

*Pre-school Storytime

Carver Branch Library, 10:30 a.m. Thursday, September 1

For children 3-5 years old. Sessions last approximately 30 minutes. Call to register, (225) 389-7460.

*Pete the Cat Story/Craft

Delmont Gardens Branch Library, 4 p.m. Thursday, September 1
We’ll read Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons by Eric Litwin and make a Pete the Cat figure craft using paper towels. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult or mature adolescent. Limited to 10 children, ages 6-8. Registration required.

*Tech Time at the Library

Bluebonnet Regional Branch Library, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, September 1

Learn who discovered electricity and make projects using the Library’s new Snap Circuit Kits. Ages 8 to 11. Registration is required as space is limited. Call (225) 763-2260 for more information.

Ukulele for Beginners

Eden Park Branch Library, 4:30 p.m. Thursday, September 1

Come learn to play the ukulele, the Hawaiian guitar with a unique sound! Two experienced instructors will guide the new learner in picking out some popular tunes. Beginners and experienced players are welcome. Ukuleles are provided but you can bring your own. Space is limited. Registration encouraged but not required. Sign up at the reference desk to reserve your place.

*Grandma’s House Story/Craft

Bluebonnet Regional Branch Library, 10:30 a.m. Saturday, September 3

In celebration of Grandparent’s Day, listen to Grandma’s House by Alice Melvin and make a popsicle stick house frame craft. Ages 5 to 8. Registration is required.

Robot Story/Craft

Fairwood Branch Library, 2 p.m. Saturday, September 3

Listen to scenes from Frank Einstein and the Antimotor Motor by Jon Scieszka. In the story, Frank invents two robots full of personality! You’ll then get to create your own robot with Legos. For children ages 8-11. Registration is required. Registration begins August 7.

Ladybug Story/Craft

Central Branch Library, 2:30 p.m. Saturday, September 3

Do you love ladybugs? Join us as we listen to a cute story about a ladybug who wants to go places, but never learned to fly in Isobel Finn’s book, The Very Lazy Ladybug. After the story, We’ll make twirling ladybug crafts out of paper and yarn! please register. Ages 3 to 6.

Anime Matinee

Main Library at Goodwood, 2:30 p.m. Saturday, September 3

Teens are invited to enjoy an afternoon of Anime movies and Ramen noodles.

Story Lab for Fall Writing Studio

Main Library at Goodwood, 3 p.m. Sunday, September 4

Open to middle and high School Students. To register, send an email at newsouthstorylab@gmail.com.

For more information, call (225) 231-3710 or visit us online at www.ebrpl.com.

Filed Under: Baton Rouge Resources, Community Outreach, Education, Entertainment, Events, Family Friendly Baton Rouge, Moms, This Week in BR Tagged With: Baton Rouge Events, Baton Rouge Moms, East Baton Rouge Parish Library, East Baton Rouge Parish Schools, EBR Library Events, Events for kids, events for teens

Baton Rouge 4th of July Celebrations Guide – Fireworks, Parades & More

June 30, 2014 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Check out our 2022 Fourth of July Guide HERE!

Baton Rouge Family Fun will always bring you the best in Family Friendly events in and around the Baton Rouge area, we have gathered the latest list of Family Friendly events for 4th of July festivities…

Family Friendly Baton Rouge 4th of July

Baton Rouge 4th of July

 

July 3rd Fireworks on the River celebration

July 3rd

Baton Rouge

Farm to Fourth Market –  8am – Noon. Local farmers and food artisans will be sampling their favorite Fourth of July foods at the Breada Farmers Markets on Thursday, July 3rd! Taste our smoked brisket sandwiches, marinated and grilled veggies, fresh salads made with local dressings, and find everything you need for your Fourth of July celebration! #eatlocal #farmtofourth

Kenilworth Independence Day Parade – “Learning to Love Liberty” – On this 70th anniversary of D-Day, come celebrate our nation’s birthday at the parade and join us for one of Baton Rouge’s premier Independence Day events! The parade features military and civic groups, bagpipers, antique cars, buggies, elected officials, horse groups, and more!!  Swing by Kenilworth Science & Technology School for the start of the parade. Enjoy the music of the Jemini Venture bluegrass band. Come visit with the animal adoption agencies who will be there. The Baton Rouge Sheriff Department wil be on the school grounds taking identification fingerprints for kids. Thursday, July 3, 2014 6:30 pm

Donaldsonville

Fireworks on the River – The annual July 3rd Fireworks on the River celebration will be held Thursday from 5-11 p.m. in Donaldsonville. The only public fireworks event in Ascension Parish, the show will be along the Mississippi River levee and Crescent Park. For details, call (225) 323-2555

4th of July Downtown Baton Rouge

July 4th

Baton Rouge

Downtown Development District Events:

8 a.m. – BASF Freedom Mile

Join BASF and Club South Runners for a one-mile race through downtown Baton Rouge. Race begins on River Road near the USS Kidd. A series of one-mile races and a half-mile Parent/Child Run. Transportation provided to start area. Watermelon, fruit, Coca Cola products and Mockler Beerages afterwards. 1st race to start at 7:30 a.m. with other events to follow every 20 minutes. For more information visit www.rrca.org or 927-9200, www.clubsouthrunners.net

11 a.m. – 4 p.m. USS KIDD Freedon Festival – FREE

They will have games, an inflatable 7 Element Obstacle course, a toddler bounce house, face painters, a balloonist, plate lunches for sale benefiting the KIDD, sno-balls, gelato, and much more!

Museum and Levee green North of Museum: Walk the decks of one of America’s most outstanding historic vessels, the USS KIDD (DD-661), and explore the Veteran’s Memorial Museum and learn of the sacrifices made by our nation’s veterans to insure the freedoms we celebrate on the 4th. The USS KIDD will be open for touring until 3 p.m. with patriotic music broadcast. For more information call 342-1942 or visit www.usskidd.com No ice chests, barbecue pits, tents or pets allowed.

9 p.m. Fireworks On The Mississippi – This year’s fireworks display can be viewed from either side of the Mississippi River, either in Downtown Baton Rouge or in Port Allen. WBRZ would like to encourage the public to join us in our annual tradition of honoring our troops and our great nation. NOTE: No ice chests, BBQ pits, tents or pets allowed. Tours of the USS KIDD Veterans Memorial will be available, at the regular admission price, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the 4th of July.

North Bouleard Town Square : “Patriots on the Beacon”

Honoring our Patriots on the North Boulevard Town Square beacon with over 100 photos of men and women who are serving or have served in the military. Patriotic music and movies will also play throughout the day and night in the Square.

BATON ROUGE CONCERT BAND “INDEPENDENCE DAY CONCERT: 7:30 p.m. – All are welcome to hear BRCB at their annual Independence Day concert. Bring friends and family to enjoy great music and watch the fireworks display. Steps of the State Capitol. For more information visit www.batonrougeconcertband.org

6 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Hot-air balloons to light up the evening skies.

West Baton Rouge Parish

4th Fest – The best view anywhere in the Baton Rouge area for 4th of July fireworks on the Mississippi River. Held July 4th in downtown Port Allen at the Riverfront on the Mississippi River Levee. The fun starts annually at 4:00 pm and ends at 10:30 pm. Free to the public and includes face painting, magicians, clowns and space walks for the children. Beverage & food vendors line the levee for all to enjoy. Live entertainment with several local bands allow the crowds plenty of dance music to enjoy before and after the spectacular fireworks show on the river. Click on file below for more information.

4th Fest Flyer

Clinton

RED WHITE AND BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL: The opening ceremonies will begin Friday, July 4 at 12:00 in front of the Town Hall.  There will be various activities to include wild game cook off, gospel singers, choirs, soloists, liturgical dancers, inflatables, face painting, vendors, fresh blueberries, games, bands.  The fireworks presentation will take place on Friday night behind Lawyers Row.

Everyone is cordially invited to come out and celebrate with the Town of Clinton as we embark on this momentous family oriented festival. (225) 683-5531.

Walker

Old Fashioned Family Day Celebration: 9:00am to 9:00pm Sidney Hutchinson Park. Come Join the FUN, FOOD, & FESTIVITIES! FREE ADMISSION, FREE EVENTS, FREE RIDES!

Schedule of Events
9:00 a.m. 16u Girls Fast Pitch Round Robin
12:00 noon Food, Rides, Inflatables, Water Slides, Snowballs, and more!
3:00 p.m. Join the Events: (Medals Awarded to Ages 6-12)
Old Fashion Races; Home Run Derby; Baseball Speed Throw
Other Events: Volleyball; Horseshoes; Tug of War; Sack Races; Wheel Barrow Races; 3-Legged Race

5:00 p.m. Dedication Ceremony
6:00 p.m. Walker Parks ‘Challenger Division’ Game
7:30 p.m. DJ Entertainment
9:00 p.m./Dark FIREWORKS!!!

Don’t forget your lawn chairs, blankets, sunscreen and bug spray!!!
No alcohol is permitted in the park. Details at http://www.walker.la.us/.

Iberville Parish

14th Annual July 4th Hometown Celebration  7/04/2014, 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Plaquemine Lock SHS will be open for tours and demonstrations, free admission.  Friends of the Lock will be sponsoring putt-putt boat rides beginning at noon.  The Iberville Museum will also open at noon and admission is free. 3:00-9:00 p.m.  Mouth watering food will be served from the Waterfront Park (please no ice chest, pets or tents).  3:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. Veterans Boat Parade – theme decorated boats are welcome.  6:00 p.m. Dancin’ on the boardwalk until the Firework Display at 9:00 p.m.! Phone: 225-687-3116 Website: www.plaquemine.org

Pointe Coupee Parish

Old River Landing Fireworks 9:00 PM – 10:00 PM Jul 4, 2014 at Old River Landing, Batchelor Louisiana, 70715. For More Information Contact: (225) 492-3474 www.oldriverlanding.com .

West Feliciana Parish

Red, White, Blue Festival July 4-5: Clinton Lion’s Club patriotic Red, White and Blue Festival will be held in the historic town of Clinton for a two-day celebration on Friday and Saturday, July 4 and 5.

The patriotic family-friendly event will be held at the American Legion Hall Fairgrounds.

A musical tribute to veterans and active military members, a patriotic fireworks program, golf cart parade, pony rides, two-day softball tournament, Eddie Hopper Greased Watermelon Relay Race, BBQ cooking contest, blueberry cooking contest, pancake breakfast, classic car and truck show, craft booths, Laser Tag, 5-K Run-Walk and live blue grass, country, gospel and rock ‘n’ roll music will entertain attendees of the festival.

Bring your lawn chairs and tents. All military and veterans are special guests and are particularly invited.

No coolers, food or drinks will be allowed in the parks as local restaurants and vendors will be selling food.

JULY 5TH

Baton Rouge

STAR SPANGLED SATURDAY: 8 a.m. to noon, Red Stick Farmers Market, Fifth and Main streets. 
Red Stick Farmers Market will celebrate the 4th of July with locally grown produce, live music and plenty of red, white and blue. Local musician John Gray will open the Market with a special rendition of the Star Spangled Banner and continue with other patriotic tunes throughout the morning with his jazz trio. Shoppers can find fresh items for holiday barbeques including sweet corn, squash varieties, sausage, shrimp, watermelons, cantaloupes, peaches and blueberries. Student chefs from the Louisiana Culinary Institute will join host chef Celeste Gill during the Fresh from the Market cooking demonstration with suggestions for patriotic picnic fare utilizing fresh produce from the Red Stick Farmers Market.

Pointe Coupee Parish

False River Annual Boat Parade Will Be Held On July 5, 2014 beginning at 1:00 p.m. This year’s boat parade will sail through New Roads on July 5 instead of on the Fourth of July. The date change allows the city to host the boat parade in conjunction with its annual River Rhythms Fest at Morrison Parkway. For More Information Contact: (225) 638-5360

St. Mary Parish

Rock the 5th – Morgan City’s Independence Day Celebration. Takes place Saturday, July 5 from 4 p.m. until 9:30 p.m. at Lawrence Park and the Riverfront.  4 to 5:30 p.m. — Hal Bruni Band 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. — Band Camp 9 p.m. – – Fireworks over a Atchafalaya River Food and drinks will be accessible for purchase.

Happy Fourth of July! We hope you have a fun, safe and beautiful holiday weekend!

Filed Under: Baton Rouge Resources, Celebrate, Entertainment, Events, Family Friendly Baton Rouge, Holidays, Local Business Spotlight, Louisiana, This Week in BR Tagged With: 2014 holiday events, baton rouge family friendly events, baton rouge july 4 2014, independence day events baton rouge louisiana, july 4th events in baton rouge

LIL’ YAT’S ADVENTURE BOOKS {Giveaway}

June 2, 2014 by Tiany Davis

It’s no secret that Baton Rouge Moms loves to support local small businesses. We also support literacy with our Books for Baton Rouge holiday book drive. So we are especially thrilled to be able to share a wonderful book series with you, created by New Orleans book author  Rhonda Valladares.  Rhonda is the author of LIL’ YAT’S ADVENTURE BOOKS, a children’s book series consisting of (8) fun filled adventures set in New Orleans and the surrounding areas. She has also published five matching coloring books and sells original hand paintings signed by the illustrator that reflect scenes from the adventure books and a t-shirt line (NOLA WE ALL DAT). Lil’ Yat’s “plush dolls” of all four characters will be making their debut in the coming weeks too!

Lilyats

LIL’ YAT’S ADVENTURE BOOKS are written by Rhonda Johnson Valladares and illustrated by Kurt Johnson, this eight-book series details the city where this brother and sister duo grew up. As kids, they enjoyed the many trips to Audubon and City Park with such attractions as Monkey Hill, the Zoo and Storyland. The characters of LIL’ YAT’S ADVENTURE BOOKS, Lil’ Yat the shrimp, Yatty Boy the frog, Drexel the alligator and Yatty Girl the Pelican, take children on adventures that can only be had in Louisiana.

LIL’ YAT’S ADVENTURE BOOKS is coming to Baton Rouge

Bring your children out to meet Rhonda Valladares and Lil’ Yat’s Adventure characters! This will be a fun costume character, author reading, signing event!

BARNES & NOBLE (CitiPlace Location)
Friday, June 6, 2014
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
*Book signing, Reading & take pictures with Costume Characters (Lil’ Yat, crawfish & Drexel, the alligator)

BARNES & NOBLE (Perkins Rowe Location)
Saturday, July 12, 2014
*time to be announced
*Book signing, Reading & take pictures with Costume Characters (Lil’ Yat, crawfish & Drexel, the alligator)

 

LIL’ YAT’S ADVENTURE BOOKS Giveaway

Get your summer reading started off right! Rhonda Valladares is very generously giving TWO Baton Rouge moms a set of 4 LIL’ YAT’S ADVENTURE BOOKS along with a LIL’ YAT’S coloring book.  The only required entry for this giveaway is to answer the below question in the comments, use the Rafflecopter to enter and complete extra entries for a better chance of winning.

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Which LIL’ YAT’S ADVENTURE BOOK would you most like to read with your child?

Stay connected and follow Lil’ Yat’s Adventure Books on Twitter and Instagram. We hope to see you at Barnes & Noble!

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.

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Guide to Memorial Day happenings around Baton Rouge

May 26, 2014 by Tiany Davis

Memorial Day generally marks the beginning of summer. Many of you have plans to go swimming, enjoy a crawfish boil or cookout with family and friends. If you have yet to plan anything special for today, we have put together a list of  Memorial Day happenings.

Memorial Day Baton Rouge

We wish you a Happy Memorial Day! We remember and honor the brave men and women that have sacrificed so much to preserve and protect our freedoms. Thank you to those that have served and continue to serve, we appreciate you!

Guide to Memorial Day happenings around Baton Rouge

  • USS Kidd – Veterans and community members are invited to a Memorial Day Remembrance Ceremony being sponsored by the USS KIDD Veterans Memorial on May 26. The ceremony will be held in the Louisiana Memorial Plaza, located at 305 South River Road, at 1 p.m. on Monday, May 26th. This event is free and open to the public. 342-1942, www.usskidd.com Free of charge.
  • Baton Rouge Concert Band Memorial Day Concert: Monday, May 26 7:00p, Louisiana State CapitolThe Baton Rouge Concert Band will playing at the State Capitol steps on Memorial Day, May 26 at 7:00pm. Free of charge.
  • Ascension Veterans Memorial Park Committee will host a Memorial Day observance at Veterans Park, Gonzales, LA at 11 a.m. Hundreds will gather around the Park Amphitheater to remember those soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice for their country so that we may continue to live our lives in freedom. The Veterans of Foreign Wars Ladies Auxiliary will serve refreshments and pass out Buddy Poppies to observers. A multi high school choir will lend their voices in song. Local JROTC organizations will be standing sentinel throughout the park. Local Chapter Rolling Thunder motorcycle riders will stand guard over a coffin symbolizing the fallen soldiers for the duration of program. The Veterans Park is located at 612 S. Irma Blvd in Gonzales (next to Ascension Parish Library).

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Outlying Area:

  • MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY: 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Bouligny Plaza, 102 W. Main St., New Iberia. Flag ceremony, 21 gun salute and patriotic music. Free. (337) 344-9397. 
  • MEMORIAL DAY AT PARAGON: 10 a.m., Avoyelles Veterans Monument, La. 1, Marksville. The ceremony will include a 21 gun salute performed by the Avoyelles Parish Honor Guard. A reception will follow. All veterans and active military personnel can enjoy a free buffet on Memorial Day.

 

The following will be closed:

  • All city-parish, state and federal offices
  • Post Offices and most banks
  • Public Libraries
  • Public Schools and Public Universities
  • CATS buses will run on Saturday schedule

Tomorrow we will bring you some neat summer learning activities for the kiddos! Be sure to subscribe to Baton Rouge Moms to get our posts in your inbox! {Sign up via the subscribe box in the right sidebar}

Happy Memorial Day!

Resources: http://theadvocate.com

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This Week’s Baton Rouge Events

October 27, 2013 by Tiany Davis

Where did October go? It’s hard to believe we are rolling into November this week. The temperatures are finally cooling down and the weather has been so pleasant, I hope it continues. The month of November will be a busy one for events in Baton Rouge, we hope to launch a new interactive Calendar of Events this week. We’ll let you know when it’s up!

Please feel free to contact Baton Rouge Moms via email or leave us a comment below if you have an event you would like us to share.. Info@BatonRougeMoms.com

CLICK ON IMAGE TO SEE IN LARGER VIEW

 

ON GOING FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER

Mrs. Heathers Pumpkin Patch – Open through November 4th –  Hours of Operation:9 am – 5 pm weekdays 10 am – 5 pm weekends

Cajun Country Corn Maze- 40833 Highway 16 Amite, Louisiana 70422  Now – November 24th. Friday 5-11pm Saturday 5 to 11pm

Maggie at My Baton Rouge Mommy has a full list of local pumpkin patches open here.

 

THIS WEEK IN BATON ROUGE

Monday

  • Bass Pro Shop It’s the Great Pumpkin Event – (see above flyer for full details and times)
  • Greater Baton Rouge State Fair
  • 2013 Castle Creepfest – Monday, October 28, 2013 – Old State Capital – This year’s Halloween event is presented in partnership with ExxonMobil.  ExxonMobil will be providing many exciting kid friendly activities such as: face painting, magic shows, mad scientist demonstrations and games.  Guests are encouraged to dress in costume and bring a trick or treat costume.  Food will be available for purchase.  Admission is $5 per child and tickets can be purchased at the door.

 

Tuesday

  • LSU Tiger Marching Band to Host Annual Tigerama Event Oct. 29 at Pete Maravich Assembly Center – 9:30am and 7:00pm The LSU Tiger Marching Band, Golden Girls and Colorguard have entertained millions of LSU fans as they perform before, during and after football games at Tiger Stadium, as well as other special events locally, nationally and abroad.
  • Greater Baton Rouge State Fair
  • Bass Pro Shop It’s the Great Pumpkin Event – (see above flyer for full details and times)

 

Wednesday

  • Redstick Mobile Farmer’s Market – The Redstick Farmer’s Market is mobilizing! Come to the Scotlandville Branch Library to enjoy that same freshness you’ve come to count on. Scotlandville Branch Library 9:00 am to 11:00 am
  • Bass Pro Shop It’s the Great Pumpkin Event – (see above flyer for full details and times)
  • Greater Baton Rouge State Fair

 

Thursday

  • Red Stick Farmers Market – Come by and pick up some locally grown treats Thursday morning at the infamous Red Stick Farmer’s Market! Pennington Biomedical Research Center – 8:00 pm to 12:00 pm
  • Greater Baton Rouge State Fair
  • Bass Pro Shop It’s the Great Pumpkin Event – (see above flyer for full details and times)
  • Trunk of Treats – Children will collect safe, tasty Halloween treats from the trunks of vehicles while participating in a variety of exciting carnival games and activities. – Anna T. Jordan Community Park, 1750 Stilt St., called Trunk of Treats on Oct. 31 from 6-9 p.m
  • BREC-A-BOO Halloween events, participants will have loads of frightening fun at BREC parks. The excitement consists of carnival games, costume contests, inflatables and more. Each event runs from 6-8 p.m. at Gus Young Park, 4200 Gus Young Ave. This event is sponsored by the Martin Luther King Center, Councilwoman C. Denise Marcelle and Capitol City Family Health –WIC and Metro Health.
  • Chick-fil-A at College Drive – Family Night 5:30-7:30
  • Rock N Rowe Featuring After 8 – 6pm -9pm – Perkins Rowe
     – Perkins Rowe really comes alive on Rock N Rowe Thursdays. Justin Adams Band, one of Baton Rouge’s most entertaining bands will play an exciting live show  in Town Square Park. Start your weekend early with shopping, dining and a little rocking at Perkins Rowe.

 

Friday

  •  Live after Five in Downtown Baton Rouge– David St. Romain » (High Energy Soul/Country) – The Capital City’s premier FREE live, outdoor, music entertainment. Hosted by the Downtown Business Association, it takes place every spring and fall with a various genres of music. The concert series is held every year to entice people to visit and journey through downtown Baton Rouge. Visitors then have the opportunity to visit with the local merchants and their businesses in a fun and relaxed atmosphere.
  • Bass Pro Shop It’s the Great Pumpkin Event – (see above flyer for full details and times)
  • Cajun Country Corn Maze- 40833 Highway 16 Amite, Louisiana 70422  Now – November 24th. Friday 5-11pm Saturday 5 to 11pm
  • Baton Rouge Corn Maze – Six to midnight – Located in Port Allen on Highway 190w (Airline Hwy)  9 miles west of the old Mississippi River bridge.  Click here for details!

 

Louisiana Book Festival

Saturday

  • 10th Annual Louisiana Book Festival – Saturday, Nov. 2, 2013 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Festivities will take place at the State Library of Louisiana, Louisiana State Capitol, Capitol Park Museum, Capitol Park Welcome Center and nearby locations.
  • Red Stick Farmers Market  – 8am – 12pm – 501 Main Street Baton Rouge, LA  The Red Stick Farmers Market is a producer only market with over 50 vendors that has been in operation for nearly ten years. Open on Saturday mornings from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm in conjunction with The Main Street Market which is a six day a week public marketplace located on the first floor of the Galvez Garage in downtown Baton Rouge.
  • Bass Pro Shop It’s the Great Pumpkin Event – (see above flyer for full details and times)
  • CORN MAZE SATURDAYS AT BURDEN – 4pm to 7pm – LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens at Burden Center – Bigger and better, more twists and turns, this Corn Maze ROCKS! http://www.LSUAgCenter.com/Burden
  • Cajun Country Corn Maze- 40833 Highway 16 Amite, Louisiana 70422  Now – November 24th. Friday 5-11pm Saturday 5 to 11pm
  • Baton Rouge Corn Maze – Noon to midnight – Located in Port Allen on Highway 190w (Airline Hwy)  9 miles west of the old Mississippi River bridge.  Click here for details!
  • Renaissance Baton Rouge Kids Culinary Class in Baton Rouge on Nov 2, 2013 2:00 PM
  • Science at the South Pole – Fri, Nov 1, 2013: 7:30pm – 8:30pm – Highland Road Park Observatory
  • Evening Sky Viewing – Fri, Nov 1, 2013: 8:30pm – 10:00pm Highland Road Park Observatory

Sunday

  • Sunday in the Park –  North Boulevard Town Square –   Sundays in October & November at Live Oak Plaza in North Boulevard’s Town Square from 2-5 PM and enjoy FREE live music under the oaks.For more information click HERE 
  • BASF Kids’ Lab  7:00p Louisiana Art & Science Museum  Hands-on workshops for children age 6-12 and parents or caregivers. Held on the second and fourth Saturdays and Sundays of every month. Saturdays: 10:15 a.m., noon and 2 p.m. Sundays: 1:30 p.m
  •  Bass Pro Shop It’s the Great Pumpkin Event – (see above flyer for full details and times)
     
     

    It’s beautiful living in Baton Rouge!

 

We hope you have a great week! Meet us back here tomorrow for Manger Monday!

 

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Welcome to Baton Rouge Moms!

October 1, 2013 by Baton Rouge Family Fun

Hello Baton Rouge Moms!

It’s BRM launch day!!! If you have yet to do so, please take a moment to meet the ladies behind the blog, on our contributors page. Tiffany, Maggie and I are local bloggers that have been supporting moms online for many years. We are thrilled to be joining forces to put our collective talents to work for moms in the Baton Rouge area.

The idea for this community blog was sparked a little over 10 years ago. Yes, I am a procrastinator, it took 10 years for my plans to come to fruition. I wanted to launch a site that would not only support moms in the Baton Rouge area, but make life easier with tips, recipes, reviews and local news. Moms are busy, we need the gifts of knowledge and encouragement without having to dig for them.

My hope is that Baton Rouge Moms will fill a need in the community. Through daily topic posts, mom events and a strong social media presence, we will make it easy for you to find the information you’re looking for while staying connected to moms in BTR.

Here is a taste of what you can look forward to at Baton Rouge Moms.

We have listed some of this weeks BRMB launch giveaways too!

BRMB Daily Blog Topics 

 

Sunday – This Week in BR

Each Sunday we will post a list of events happening in the Baton Rouge area for that week. A one stop resource for you to find all of the weeks events at a glance. Be sure to check out our Kids Eat Free listing as well as our calendar of events (coming soon).

 


Manger Monday:

Every Monday we will bring you Manger (Manger is the French verb “to eat”.) Mondays. We will share kitchen help in the form of menu plan tips, healthy 30 minute meals, recipes, quick fix snacks, smoothie recipes, green shakes, holiday treats and more. We will also share reviews, specials and giveaways from some of our local restaurants.  Our very own Holly Clegg will also join us on BRM with her fabulous recipes and giveaways.


GIVEAWAY –
We will be giving away 3 of Holly Cleggs cookbooks, stay tuned for reviews and recipes from these cookbooks… KITCHEN 101, Too Hot in the Kitchen, and Gulf Coast Favorites:Easy Southern and Louisiana Recipes

Holly Clegg


Tech Tuesday:

Technology is defined as the application of scientific knowledge to the practical aims of human life. Every Tuesday we will bring you the latest and greatest in gadgets, apps and online resources for your family. The folks at Cox Communications – “your friend in the digital age”, will share their tips on technology too!

GIVEAWAY – Power up on the go! The HALO Pocket Power Charger is a super-popular, supercharged electronics accessory that provides peace of mind away from home. Charge up any phone, tablet or camera with this super charger, a great gadget for busy moms! Of course this giveaway will include the PURPLE charger, perfect to whip out on LSU game days!  ($40 Value)

 Halo Phone Charger

 


Wellness Wednesday:

Our days are filled with requests, deadlines and never-ending demands, leaving us tired and rarely taking proper care of ourselves. We can’t take care of our families if we are not taking care of ourselves. On Wellness Wednesday’s, we will share health and beauty tips and feature local Doctors who will guest post throughout the year and share their expertise on BRM.

GIVEAWAY – One lucky Baton Rouge Mom is going to win this Wellness Gift Basket? Filled to the brim with all of the things that will help mom relax and rejuvenate!

Gift Basket for Mom

 


Thrifty Thursday Tips

On Thursday we will share money saving ideas as well as local deals, sales, promotions and thrift store happenings.

One of our partners, Chick-fil-A at College Drive, is one place to get a great deal on Kids night! Eat a delicious, nutritious meal and enjoy FREE events for the kiddos! This Thursday, Chick-fil-A at College Drive will host BRFD Fire Safety Night & Parachute Drop, be sure to RSVP here. .

Have you ever seen a flying cow before? Stop by for this very special Kid’s Night with the Baton Rouge Fire Department. Learn about fire safety, tour the fire truck, check out the fire fighter gear and catch your very own cow which will be dropped from the fire truck ladder. See you there 5:30-7:30pm ***Parachute drop begins at 6:30pm

GIVEAWAY – Chick-fil-A at College Drive is giving away 2 Adult Meals and two Kids Meals to be redeemed at the College Drive location.

Chick-fil-A Kids Night 

 

 


Fun & Fancy Free Friday

It’s FRIDAY Fun Day and we will be sharing fun things to do in the Baton Rouge area along with freebies, and fun posts for mom.

Speaking of fun, have you had a chance to visit Quarters off Sherwood Forest? Quarters is the only venue for endless family entertainment, including a state of the art video gaming floor with consoles and computers with the really good gaming keyboards and other hardware, 10 lane boutique bowling alley, 2-story 8,000 sq.ft. laser tag arena and a Full Service Restaurant. One lucky family in the Baton Rouge area will get to experience the fun first hand!

GIVEAWAY– Family Access Pass…A family of four will get 1.5 hour of Bowling, 1 Large Pizza & Fountain Drinks, and  $5 Winners Cards {$70 Value} Visit Quarters online to learn more at http://www.quartersbr.com/

 Quarters Baton Rouge

 


Sisterhood Saturday

We are all navigating this crazy, amazing, beautiful thing called motherhood together. The key word being “Together”. We hope to bring moms in the Baton Rouge area together for support, encouragement and a real sense of community.

The sense of community is a feeling members have of belonging, a feeling that members matter to one another and the group” (McMillan and Chavis, 1986).

Sisterhood Saturday will be a day where we share the real side of motherhood through our own stories,  parenting and home keeping tips. We hope you will share your Supermom moments, your struggles, your knowledge and support with us too.

Baton Rouge Moms Blog

We will also share ways that we as a community of moms can work together to help make BTR the best it can be through social good efforts and volunteer opportunities.

GIVEAWAY –  LALove Necklace in Purple, Mint, or Pink – Silver or Gold Chain. We love this necklace from Hey Penelope Design, the perfect Logo jewelry for Baton Rouge Moms Blog!

HeyPenelopeDesign

 

7 days of of all things Baton Rouge, Family, Fun and most importantly #BRMOMS!

To enter to win the above giveaways,  please follow the instructions in our Giveaway widget below… Number one on the widget is the only mandatory entry for our giveaway (leave us a comment and tell us what you hope to gain out of Baton Rouge Moms) All additional entries are extra and will give you additional entries into our giveaway. Giveaway ends Oct. 7th, winners will be listed and emailed on Oct. 8th.

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Maggie, Tiffany and I are excited about the future of Baton Rouge Moms, we hope you are too!  As always, if you have any questions, suggestions or if you would like to work with us, please shoot us an email at info@BatonRougeMomsBlog.com

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