Baton Rouge Family Fun

The premiere digital resource for families in Baton Rouge & Beyond

You are here: Home / Archives for Uncategorized

Free Online Tutoring – East Baton Rouge Library

by

Parenting 101: Always know where the remote is, and always have a backup plan for homework help. While I can’t assist with the remote, I’ve discovered the latter with free online tutoring and resources at the East Baton Rouge Parish Library. Kids, say goodbye to dragging Mom and Dad through algebra or the War of 1812!

Free Online Tutoring

Free Online Tutoring & Resources

No matter your age, your library has the resources to help you succeed in school. Whether you need help with math homework, an English paper, or preparing for a test, your library card is all you need! Kids, teens, and college students can take advantage of online tutoring, scholarly databases, a vast print and digital collection, and more! Online tutoring, through Homework Louisiana, connects you to a live tutor any day from 2 p.m. – midnight with instruction in all school subjects, including ACT and PSAT prep. Visit www.ebrpl.com/homeworkhelp to get started! 

Teens

For even more resources, check out the Teen Homework Help Infoguide and the full Digital Library.

Kids

For even more resources, check out the Kids’ Homework Help page and the full Digital Library.

College

For even more resources, check out the full Digital Library.

In the parenting realm, this might be the equivalent of finding an extra pack of wipes at the bottom of your bag during a diaper emergency. Who knew the local library was the unsung hero of homework help? Now, if only they could help locate that elusive remote…

 

 

The Hope Shop Expands and Opens New Location on Government St

by

The Hope Shop, operated by Hands Producing Hope, is thrilled to announce the opening of its new location on Government Street, marking an exciting chapter of growth and expansion. The move brings an expanded retail space, doubling the store’s capacity to showcase an even broader range of fair trade and handmade items that empower communities and support sustainable practices.

Formerly nestled behind Circa 1857, The Hope Shop’s new address is now 3115 Government Street, conveniently located beside DIY Disco and adjacent to Elsies Plate and Pie. This strategic positioning ensures that The Hope Shop remains a focal point of the thriving Baton Rouge community, offering patrons easy access to its unique collection of impactful products.

The Hope Shop

As the sole fair trade store in Baton Rouge, The Hope Shop takes immense pride in its commitment to supporting ethical and sustainable craftsmanship from its local and global partners. Shoppers can explore an extensive array of goods, including curated home decor, exquisite jewelry, luxurious bath and body products, eco-friendly paper goods, charming children’s items, and stylish apparel. Every purchase at The Hope Shop has a positive impact, as customers contribute to the betterment of artisans’ lives and the environment.

“We are thrilled to unveil our new location on Government Street, which not only allows us to double our retail space but also strengthens our connection to the Baton Rouge community,” said Rebecca Gardner, Founder of The Hope Shop and Hands Producing Hope. “With an enriched collection of fair trade and sustainable products, we are excited to continue our mission of uplifting artisans and promoting ethical consumer choices.”

The Hope Shop Expands and Opens New Location on Government St

The Hope Shop’s grand opening celebration is scheduled for Saturday, August 19, from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The event promises an immersive shopping experience, exclusive promotions, product samples, giveaways, and an opportunity for patrons to engage with the passionate team behind the store’s success. Following the grand opening, regular store hours will be Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Sunday, 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

The Hope Shop

This expansion represents The Hope Shop’s unwavering dedication to supporting artisans around the world and offering Baton Rouge residents a meaningful and uplifting shopping experience. As the store embarks on this new journey, it invites the community to join in the celebration and explore the beauty of fair trade and sustainable living.

🤝 Fair Trade
🌳 Sustainable
♻️ Zero Waste
✅ Ethical
👚 Second Hand

For more information about The Hope Shop and its offerings, please visit www.handsproducinghope.org or contact rebecca@handsproducinghope.org.

About The Hope Shop:

The Hope Shop, operated by local nonprofit Hands Producing Hope, is Baton Rouge’s premier fair trade store, committed to empowering artisans and promoting sustainable living. Many goods in the shop are crafted by the women in Hands Producing Hope’s programs (located in Baton Rouge, Costa Rica, and Rwanda) and all the other brands they carry follow fair trade principles and many are sustainably made as well. With an expanded retail space on Government Street, The Hope Shop offers an exquisite collection of fair trade and handmade items, spanning home decor, jewelry, bath and body goods, paper goods, children’s items, and apparel. Every purchase at The Hope Shop makes a positive difference by supporting artisans and fostering a more ethical and sustainable world. Customers can also shop all their goods online at handsproducinghope.org.

Baton Rouge Splash Pad Parks & Pools

by

As the sweltering summer heat approaches, Baton Rouge families are on the lookout for ways to beat the heat and keep their children entertained. Look no further! Baton Rouge Splash Pad Parks & Pools provide the perfect respite from the scorching sun. Whether you’re seeking a refreshing splash pad for little ones or a fun-filled pool adventure for the whole family, this guide will help you discover the best places to stay cool and have a blast this summer.

Good to Know Before You Go: Please be sure to call before heading out; times change, parks close, so many variables can affect your outing.

Baton Rouge Splash Pad Parks & Pools

Image Credit: BREC Parks

Baton Rouge Splash Pads & Water Parks

Cool off from the heat at one of BREC’s splash pads. BREC splash pads are interactive water play areas with no standing water. Anyone can activate the water spray features by simply pushing the activator button located within the splash pad. This will engage the water system and which will run for approximately 12 minutes and turn off. Pushing the button will activate the system again.

Liberty Lagoon

Liberty Lagoon
111 Lobdell Ave
Baton Rouge, LA 70806
(225)-923-3202
Liberty Lagoon promotes a safe family-oriented atmosphere. All groups must have at least one (1) adult for every six (6) children under the age of 12 years old.
The facility will be cleared the last 15 minutes of each session. Make sure to check out their new hours and park rules before getting to the park! Tickets can be purchased at LibertyLagoon.com

 

Highland Road Community Park


14024 Highland Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70810
144.04 Acres – This park is located in the southeastern part of East Baton Rouge Parish. Highland Road Community Park serves a larger geographic area than a neighborhood park and is designed to engage the entire family for a whole day. Higher levels of maintenance, security, and recreational opportunities are offered at community parks. It is very popular because of all the features the park has to offer and for the scenic landscape.

 

Greenwood Community Park

13350 Hwy, 19
Baker, LA 70714
At BREC’s Greenwood Community Park, you can not only enjoy a splash pad, includes a golf course, a community playground, tennis courts, Raising Cane’s Dog Park and ExxonMobil Cypress Bayou Lake Trail. You can also fish, kayak or canoe in the 18-acre lake at the park.

 

City-Brooks Community Park

1515 Dalrymple Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
154.53 Acres – This park is located in the southwestern part of East Baton Rouge Parish by LSU. City-Brooks Community Park serves a larger geographic area than a neighborhood park and is designed to engage the entire family for a whole day, includes a splash pad.  City-Brooks Community Park splash pad can be activated with a green push button on the three foot brown pole next to the spray feature area at the edge of the brick near the landscaping.

 

Forest Community Park

13900 South Harrell’s Ferry Road
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
BREC’s Forest Community Park’s splash pad can be operated from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. all summer long. Be sure to also enjoy Forest Community Park’s trails, playground, Raising Cane’s Dog Park and bank fishing. Forest CommunityPark splash pad can be activated with a green push button on the three-foot light blue pole located in the splash pad spray area.

 

Jackson Community Park


12250 Sullivan Road
Central, LA 70818
This park is located in Central, on Sullivan Road between Hooper Road and Joor Road.

 

North Sherwood Forest Community Park


3140 N. Sherwood Forest Drive
Baton Rouge, LA 70814
This park is located in the northern part of East Baton Rouge Parish before you reach the City of Central. North Sherwood Forest Community Park serves a larger geographic area than a neighborhood park and is designed to engage the entire family for a whole day.

 

Zachary Community Park


20055 Old Scenic Hwy
Zachary, LA 70791

BREC Pools

City-Brooks and Anna T. Jordan Community Pools open Tuesday-Sunday
All guests 18 years of age and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18 who must remain inside the facility during the time of use.

Brooks Pool – This park is located in the southwestern part of East Baton Rouge Parish by LSU. City-Brooks Community Park serves a larger geographic area than a neighborhood park and is designed to engage the entire family for a whole day. Higher levels of maintenance, security, and recreational opportunities are offered at community parks, the best part is that they use Professional locksmith to secure their facilities.

Anna T. Jordan  Pool – Anna T. Jordan Community Park serves a larger geographic area than a neighborhood park and is designed to engage the entire family for a whole day. Higher levels of maintenance, security, and recreational opportunities are offered at community parks.

Splash Pad Rules

Parents – Do Not Leave Your Children Unsupervised While Visiting Splash Pads!

  • Violation of these rules can result in temporary or permanent suspension of splash pad use.
  • Please vacate the area when conditions call for thunder or lightning.
  • The splash pad may be closed at any time due to routine maintenance.
  • All persons using the splash pad do so at their own risk.
  • Adult supervision is strongly recommended.
  • No running, horseplay or reckless behavior.
  • BREC is not responsible for lost or stolen items.
  • Do not drink the splash pad water.
  • Footwear is recommended.
  • Swim suits and/or appropriate attire must be worn at all times.
  • Do not use the splash pad if you are sick or have cuts or other skin irritations.
  • Regular diapers are not allowed in the water. Toddlers must wear swim diapers with plastic/rubber diaper covers.
  • The splash pad is for recreation purposes, not for bathing. No soap, detergents, or shampoos allowed.
  • Do not climb, hang, or swing on any of the splash pad equipment.
  • Wheeled vehicles are not allowed, except for strollers, wheelchairs/walkers.
  • No skateboards, roller blades, bicycles, or scooters.
  • Pool toys, oats, and other athletic equipment are not allowed in the splash pad area.
  • No food or drink of any kind is allowed in the splash pad area.
  • No glass containers or breakable objects.
  • No animals allowed, except for service animals.
  • All persons must shower before entering the splash pad.

Blue Bayou Water Park

Blue Bayou Water Park will be begin opening for the 2023 Season on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. They will be open daily from 11:00 until 6:00 p.m. through August 8, 2023. They will then open on Saturdays and Sundays only, through and including Labor Day. Please note: Some attractions may be modified, limited in capacity, and subject to availability.

Water Fun Beyond Baton Rouge

New Orleans
Make a trip to NOLA for the Audubon Zoo in New Orleans! Their Cool Zoo is a splash park with jumping water spouts, an alligator water slide and even water-spitting snakes. Parents don’t have to worry about little ones getting in the way of the older kids, as there is a separate area designated for toddlers.

State parks also offer opportunities for water fun. The water playgrounds at Tickfaw State Parkin Livingston and Fontainebleau State Park in Mandeville are close enough for a day trip or a great weekend trip and worth the drive. 19 of Louisiana’s 22 state parks offer opportunities for water recreation, from pools and beaches to water parks and splash pads.

 Swim in sandy-banked shallow clear rivers at Land-O-Pines Campground. You can also enjoy their pools and water slides along with many other activities.

Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark

You might want to head up to Shreveport for a weekend of fun and visit Splash Kingdom Family Waterpark (formerly Water Town USA) reopened in 2010 with new owners and renovated attractions. This 20-acre waterpark has wave pool, lazy river, kiddie pool and more than a dozen water slides. The park also has a large picnic area and catering for groups.

White Sands Lake Day Beach in Enon, LA {1 hour 30 minutes from Baton Rouge}

White Sands Lake Day Beach is a family-oriented, recreational facility offering a full day of FUN in the SUN in the cool, clear, spring-fed lake that contains a water park complete with inflatable water slides, trampolines, the blob bag, teeter-totters, floating mats, and more! White Sands Lake is located in Enon, LA, which is just north of Folsom in Washington Parish.  (See directions page for location map). Enjoy the sandy, white beach playing volleyball or just relax under one of our shaded cabanas.  All cabanas include a BBQ grill, or you are welcome to bring your own shade and grill. White Sands Lake is also a great place to have a birthday party, family reunion, church or youth group gathering, etc.  (See party package page).

Oak Grove Community Park – Prairieville
Located at Hwy 42 and Hwy 73in Prairieville, this splash park offers visitors a chance to enjoy splash fountains and a recreational park and playground with Beach Volleyball.

Jambalaya Park – Gonzales

  • Max # of patrons inside the facility at any time will be 50 persons.
  • All children under 15 years old must be accompanied by a parent/guardian who is at least 18 years old.

Denham Springs North ParK Aqua Pards – Denham Springs
The largest of the parks in the Denham park system with over 110 acres and is the site for athletic programs operated by the parks department. The park’s multi-purpose Fitness & Aquatics Facility has a fitness center, indoor swimming pool and the Aqua Pards splash park.

Audubon Cool Zoo New Orleans 
Open Weekends

The wet and wild, kid-friendly fun starts with a 750-foot lazy river and continues with a huge alligator water slide, spider monkey soakers, water-spitting snakes, and more splash-worthy activities. Best of all, it’s right beside the animals inside Audubon Zoo.

Image Credit: Audubon Zoo

Northshore Splash Pads

Abita Springs Park Splash Pad
22161 Level St.
Abita Town Hall
Abita Springs, LA 70420
Tel: (985) 892-0711
Located inside Abita Park at the Abita Trailhead, just west of the historic pavilion and museum, this popular splash pad is a short walk from Abita Brew Pub and the Abita River. Dozens of water jets spray at varying heights and intervals for children (and grown-ups too!) to play under. Shade areas and benches surround the popular play spot.

Bogue Chitto State Park
17049 State Park Blvd,
Franklinton, LA,
(985) 839-5707

Enjoy the splash pad, tubing, hiking, and picnicking. Day use is open from 8 AM until sunset.
Admission to the park is $3 per person.
3 and under get in free.
62 and older get in free.

Fontainebleau State Park
62883 Highway 1089, Mandeville
Louisiana State Parks’ water playgrounds operate Tuesdays through Sundays from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.; the facilities will be closed on Mondays for cleaning and maintenance. Please contact the park directly, to confirm that the playground is open or for additional information. Admission is $3/person

White Sands Lake
52129 Sandstone Blvd, Franklinton
White Sands Lake Day Beach is a family-oriented, recreational facility offering a full day of FUN in the SUN in the cool, clear, spring-fed lake that contains an aqua park complete with inflatable water slides, trampolines, the blob bag, floating mats, and more!     We are located outside of Franklinton, LA in Enon, LA – which is just north of Folsom in Washington Parish.

AQUA PARK – The aqua park is located just off the shore of the beach and includes water toys for all ages, including water slides, trampolines, teeter-totters, aqua mats, and more!

Admission:
Children 3-11 – $12
12 and Up – $18

Baton Rouge is teeming with opportunities for families to beat the heat and have a memorable summer. From the exhilarating water slides of Liberty Lagoon and Blue Bayou Water Park to the serene Cohn Arboretum Splash Pad and the family-friendly pools at BREC Parks, there’s a water-filled adventure for everyone.

So grab your swimsuits, slather on the sunscreen, and dive into the joy and excitement these splash pads and pools offer. Make this summer a cool and unforgettable one for your Baton Rouge family!

Wild Wine Walk – BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo

by

The Baton Rouge Zoo’s Wine Walk is back, and it’s the perfect date night or Moms Night Out with friends.

Friends of the Baton Rouge Zoo is hosting Wild Wine Walk🍷 on April 21st. Guests (21+) are invited to stroll through the zoo for an early evening of wine tasting, sample small bites from local eateries, live music & much more. Their VIP experience will include an hour early access to the event, VIP Hours 4pm – 7:30pm, includes a commemorative wine tumbler and other offerings to come. This event promises to be a WILDLY good time!

 

WILD WINE WALK

WHEN: APRIL 21, 2023
4 PM to 7:30 PM – VIP
5 PM to 7:30 PM – GENERAL ADMISSION

WHERE: BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo

TICKETS:

  • General Admission Tickets are $50
  • VIP Tickets are $75

Tickets are now available:🍷www.wildwinewalk.org🍷

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.

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend {March 31- April 2 }

by

The Family Friendly Baton Rouge weekend guide is a round-up of all the best events happening this weekend and things to do near you. No shortage of things to do in Baton Rouge with your family!

Events are subject to change, be sure to check events are as scheduled before heading out. 

Things To Do in Baton Rouge  This Weekend

Continuous Egg Hunt: Forest
Saturday, April 1st,  1 PM – 3 PM
BREC’s Independence Community Park

Things to Do in Baton Rouge this Weekend

Question – What do you get when you combine kids, eggs, prizes, and fun? You get BREC’s Continuous Egg Hunt! BREC invites you to join them for this family-fun event – games, face painting, bounce houses, arts & crafts, petting zoo, and a special appearance from – just you wait and see!

 

ZIPPITY ZOO FEST 
Saturday, April 1 and Sunday April 2 9:30 AM – 5 PM
BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo

Calling all Party Animals!! 🦒🦓🐏 🐅🐆 Join BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo as they celebrate their 53rd birthday at Zippity Zoo Fest on April 1st and 2nd! 

The whole family will enjoy our Annual spring festival complete with a live entertainment, edzoocation station, children’s village, animal enrichments, special character visits, free birthday cake and much more!

 

Easter Bunny at the Rowe
Saturday, April 1st,  8 AM & 12 PM
Red Stick Farmers Market 5th and Main St.

Hippity Hop on over to Perkins Rowe on April 1 to see the Easter Bunny!
Breakfast with the Bunny at CPK:
9am-11am
Breakfast pizzas are $15 and kids under 3 eat free!
***Reservations are required! Call CPK to reserve your spot today! 225-766-3840
Selfies with the Bunny:
11:30am-1:30pm
Take a selfie with the bunny in front of the fountain! In the event of rain, the bunny will move to the covered area in front of Cinemark.
*Selfies are free of charge!

 

Flower Fest 
Saturday APR 1 AT 10 AM – Sunday APR 2 AT 4 PM
Pointe-Marie

Who’s ready for a two-day family-friendly festival?? The Flower Fest kicks off this weekend and celebrates the talent and ingenuity of Floral Artists through this collaborative event bringing together florists in a spirit of camaraderie, fellowship, and culture. All profits of the festival benefit St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
WHEN: SATURDAY & SUNDAY 10AM-4PM�
WHERE: POINTE-MARIE �
14200 River Road
Baton Rouge LA 70820
This year’s festival will include the following:
🌸Floral Artists Market with over 25 vendors
🍱Numerous Food Trucks
📸More floral photo ops & backdrops
🦄Festival Hair and Floral Temporary Tattoos and more!
🧺Picnic blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged as this festival is held outdoors on a beautiful ample lawn.
*Kids under 3 get in free.

 

2nd Annual Edible Book Festival
SATURDAY AT 2 PM
Main Library at Goodwood

The Edible Book Festival is an international celebration of books, food, and bad puns, held on or around April Fools’ Day each year. Participants are invited to choose a book and create an edible representation of its title or wordplay on its title. Join us as we gather at the Main Library at Goodwood on Saturday, April 1 at 2 p.m. to view the bookish fare concocted to amuse, amaze, or, yes, even disgust onlookers and fellow participants. Vote for your favorites in categories such as Best in Show, Wittiest Wordplay, Least Appetizing and more! Winners will be announced at 4 p.m. and prizes will be awarded!
To submit an entry, just bring your punny, edible creation to the Library at 1 p.m. to be displayed!

 

The Hope Shop – Raising Little World Changers

by

How giving gifts from The Hope Shop can spark compassion and empathy in your little ones:

Have you shopped at The Hope Shop yet? If not, it’s the perfect place to stop and get your last-minute Christmas gifts for little ones! The Hope Shop is a storefront for the non-profit, Hands Producing Hope, and is filled to the brim with goods from across the globe. Each item in The Hope Shop does good for people groups around the world with fair trade and ethically made items.

We can’t get enough of the Children’s items in this shop! There are unique gift items for all ages.

For infants, The Hope Shop has handmade baby beanies and macrame teethers that were made here in Baton Rouge by local refugee women. These items bring on an even better meaning to shopping local!

The Minilingo Card Game is a fun way to start teaching children Spanish! The colorful cards have pictures that will help children learn different words in Spanish through games like bingo, memory, snap and more!

For the little ones that love to carry around dolls or stuffed animals, the Delilah the Deer stuffed animal or the Rocket + Astronaut Pillow is a perfect gift!

All of these items and more can be found at The Hope Shop which is located in the Circa 1857 parking lot at 1857 Government St. You can also shop online (with local pickup as an option) at www.handsproducinghope.org!

Our Vision

Our vision is to see all people (regardless of gender, ethnicity, or geographical location) be afforded opportunities to have dignified and respectable work, to provide for their families and flourish in their communities. We want to see a universal growth in an understanding of the impact an individual can make with their time, resources, and talents.

Red Stick Farmers Market – National Farmers Market Week

by

If you enjoy shopping for fresh produce and other foods at local farmers markets, you know there is lots to love about them. Along with connecting Baton Rouge families with fresh, flavorful, and sustainably grown produce and handcrafted foods, the Red Stick Farmers Market is also where small farmers and local food makers can directly meet the people who help sustain their livelihoods. More than just a marketplace, the farmers market nourishes all of us in so many ways, as a place to build community and share food knowledge, culture, and values.

National Farmers Market Week (Aug. 7-13) is a great opportunity to show the nation how much value markets bring to their communities.

Red Stick Farmers Market

Red Stick Farmers Market

The Red Stick Farmers Market offers over 20 farmers’ booths specializing in seasonal fruits and vegetables… strawberries, tomatoes, squash, mushrooms, microgreens, and more. You can also find locally gown flowers, succulents, and bedding plants, as well as sweet potato pies and local raw honey.

Countless local farmers, crafters, and artisans have gotten their start at the Red Stick Farmers Farmers Market, testing their dreams and ideas with customers who like to support local small businesses. Vendors gain confidence and success with sales but they also get opportunities to build relationships with customers and receive valuable feedback.

Join the Farmers Market this Saturday, August 6th for a kick-off to National Farmers Market Week.

Enjoy all that the Market has to offer:
Free “I 🧡 FARMERS MARKETS” temporary tattoos.
John Gray Jazz Trio
Sprouts Activities
Veggie Photo Prop
Market Token Raffle
Greaux the Good Fans
The Arts Market

Red Stick Sprouts

The Red Stick Farmers Market encourages children between the ages of 2-12 to get involved with Red Stick Sprouts, a year-round local food education, and incentive program. Children who sign up for “Sprouts” receive $2 in market tokens with each visit and can spend them at any of the Red Stick Farmers Market locations. In addition to the tokens, there are weekly recipes featuring seasonal, local ingredients and an activity sheet such as a coloring page for the kids to take home. Once monthly, the downtown market hosts a “Sprouts Saturday” event featuring a local food activity. Parents can sign their children up for the ‘kids club’ at any Farmers Market location.

Baton Rouge Arts Market

The Baton Rouge Arts Market will be setup alongside the Red Stick Farmers Market.

Enjoy shopping for a plethora of goods from local artists. It’s a great way to start your Saturday,

The markets will be from 8 a.m. until noon. There is no admission fee. Both markets are at the corner of Fifth and Main streets downtown, outside Main Street Market.

RED STICK FARMERS MARKET HOURS

An outside, producer-only market, featuring locally grown fresh produce.Thursdays8 am – 12 pmPennington Biomedical Saturdays8 am – 12 pmMain Street Market

 

MAIN STREET MARKET HOURS

Downtown Baton Rouge’s public marketplace featuring breakfast, lunch, and local shopping.Monday – Friday7 am – 2 pmSaturdays7 am – 12 pmMain Street Market

Farmers Market Benefits5 Benefits of Shopping at the Red Stick Farmers Market:

  • Markets offer a place to connect with neighbors, meet local farmers, support local small businesses, and provide nutritious food to neighborhoods in need.
  • The concept underlying farmers’ markets is to get customers in touch with those who produce their food. In a highly processed world where much of our food is grown outside of our own country, that’s an admirable goal we should all aim to achieve.
  • Access to fresh, locally grown foods may be one of the greatest benefits of shopping at the farmer’s market. Farmers’ markets have fruits and vegetables at the peak of the growing season. This means produce is at its freshest and tastes the best.
  • Buying local keeps our dollars circulating in our community and ensures that farming and local food production will remain viable in our area. What can be better than forming a relationship with those that grow your food, you can ask questions, and know exactly where your food is coming from and how it’s grown.
  • Farmers’ markets are kid-friendly. Let your kids pick out something new to try. Then, let them help prepare a meal or choose a snack based on what caught their eye.
  • And a 6th… Red Stick SPROUTS!!

Red Stick Farmer farmers market includes not only farmers but local producers of food, products, arts, and crafts. Customers will find in-season farm-fresh fruits and vegetables, baked goods, meats, locally produced salad dressings, hummus, sauces, artisan cheeses, fresh breads, honey, jams, handmade soaps, candles, and more.

Farmers Market Scavenger Hunt Printable

Vintage Backyard Market Food Festival Flyer

Father’s Day Giveaway 2022

by

Happy Father’s Day!! This Father’s Day Giveaway is dedicated to all the hard-working dads and father figures that daily nurture, educate, support, and unconditionally love their families. We appreciate all that you do for your children, who are the future of our communities!

Father's Day Giveaway

We’ve partnered with Merry Market for the Ultimate Louisiana Dad giveaway!! Merry Market is gifting one lucky dad a beautiful Custom Heavy Duty Portable Metal Fire Pit!! A $500 value!! Help dad up his backyard game with a heavy-duty portable customizable fire pit. Personalize it with dads favorite hobby or add your family name or the name of your camp! 

Merry Market kicks off its inaugural year this November 12th & 13th at Lamar for an Ultimate Family Fun Shopping Show. With family-friendly shopping, a Kid’s Corner, and Mimosas in the Morning – a VIP shopping experience – Merry Market will surely prove to be a wonderful shopping experience for the whole family! Tickets are on sale NOW and Vendors are being accepted!

Father’s Day Giveaway 2022

Father's Day Giveaway

You can enter this giveaway on Facebook and Instagram and on our Rafflecopter giveaway widget below for extra entries! USA only. The contest ends Thursday, June 23rd at 9 pm! We will choose one random winner and announce and contact the winner Thursday night!

a Rafflecopter giveaway
Please read our Contest Rules!

Capital City Fair – Thrillville

by

If you’re looking for things to do with kids in Baton Rouge, this is a fun one! The sights, smells, and sounds of the carnival are headed to Baton Rouge! Thrillville presents the Capital City Fair located at the Memorial Stadium in Baton Rouge from March 31 – April 10. See below for details on a Family Four Pack Giveaway!!

Capital City Fair

Enjoy nostalgic favorite Carnival Rides – over 30 amusement rides like the Ferris wheel and Carousel, plus adrenaline-pumping THRILL rides and of course fair food!

Popcorn, Cotton candy, Pizza, Corn Dogs, Funnel Cakes, and all the fair treats and delicacies we all love!

Capital City Fair

ENTERTAINMENT FREE WITH THE PURCHASE OF ADMISSION – this fair will feature world-class entertainment including the Sea Lion Splash, Aquatic Acrobatics, and the Dominguez Circus.

Capital City Fair

WHERE: BREC Memorial Stadium 1750 Foss St, Baton Rouge, LA 70802
WHEN: March 31 – April 10, 2022
HOURS: 5 PM open Monday – Friday 1 PM open Saturday & Sunday
ADMISSION: $10 per person
Ages 5 & Under – Free Admission Ages 65 & Older – Free Admission

Capital City Fair

SPECIAL FAIR DAYS

MOMMY MONDAY
Buy 1 Child Armband, Parent gets one FREE!

$2 TUESDAY
Rides are only $2 each!

BOGO WEDNESDAY
Buy 1 Get 1 FREE Unlimited Ride Armbands

THRIFTY THURSDAY
Unlimited Ride Armbands are only $25

UNLIMITED RIDE ARMBAND PRICING
Monday – Friday Armbands – $30
Saturday & Sunday Armbands – $35
*Individual ride credits will be available for purchase on-site

Complete Fair details, schedules, and advanced ticket sales can be found online at: theThrillville.com/BatonRouge

Enter for a chance to win a Family Four Pack on our Facebook and Instagram pages!!

Geaux Fish Catfish Rodeo

by

Grab your fishing pole and head out with the family to GEAUX Fish! BREC’s Geaux Fish Catfish Rodeo is an excellent opportunity to introduce new anglers to the sport of fishing or for the old veteran to test their skills.

Geaux Fish Catfish Rodeo

They will be stocking the pond with adult channel catfish to ensure you have plenty to catch and prizes galore. Don’t miss this chance to bring home channel catfish for dinner and spend the day outside with the family. This event is weather-dependent. Early registration is encouraged to guarantee a spot.

Geaux Fish Catfish Rodeo

Date: March 5
Time: 7:30 a.m. – noon
Location: Howell Community Park

Prizes will be awarded based on age group, number of fish caught, and size of fish. Open to all ages and skill levels.

Fishing equipment is not provided. Participants are encouraged to bring their rod and reel, bait, and an ice chest to easily store and transport their fish.

Participants 16 and older are required by state law to have a Basic Fishing License to fish recreationally in Louisiana waters., which can be purchased at the Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries.

For More Information: 225-218-4979
conservation@brec.org

Family Friendly Mardi Gras