Baton Rouge families, the Louisiana Children’s Museum opens to the public August 31st and you should start planning your day trip now! We recently had the opportunity to attend a media preview of the LCM, it wasn’t yet complete, yet we felt like we were walking through the most magical of places. It’s going to […]
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Living in a community means that you come to know and support those in business in your town. In an effort to bring attention to the businesses right here in Baton Rouge, we have started a monthly Local Business Spotlight. It is our hope that you will not only come back to see who gets
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Beat the summer heat and help your children stay safe with LIBERTY LAGOON SWIM LESSONS offered by BREC. Recent news stories of children and even adults drowning this summer have highlighted and reminded us of the importance of water safety. It only takes minutes for a child to slip into a dangerous situation. Louisiana has
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While tennis might not be as popular as sports like baseball or football, it remains a great option for young athletes. As a parent trying to decide which sports will benefit your children the most, be sure to consider tennis as an option. Enrolling your child in tennis will not only expose them to a great
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This year our boys took a sudden interest in horses and learning to ride. It might have something to do with LSU linebacker Devin White and his seven horses, including Daisy Mae. 😉 We’ve decided to try horseback riding as a family with BREC’s Guided Trail Rides. BREC’s Farr Park Equestrian Center is one of
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Are you looking to give back to our community? BREC needs volunteers to fulfill their mission of providing park and recreational opportunities for all residents of East Baton Rouge Parish. With a range of facilities and programs, from Volunteer Tree Planting to clean-up and events, BREC has a volunteer opportunity for everyone. Check out this
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A Zooper Birthday Party at the Baton Rouge Zoo is one they’ll never forget! Each party includes a ton of fun for the kids & adults and includes ALL DAY ZOO ACCESS! Be sure to check out the new animal encounter options. Baton Rouge Zoo takes care of all of the details so you can
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It’s a party!! BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo is celebrating 49 wild years – complete with a birthday cake and fun for the whole family! Join the celebration at Zippity Zoo Fest, BREC’s annual spring festival, and birthday celebration! Families can enjoy a Children’s Village, Entertainment Stage, EdZoocation Station, Face Painting, Birthday Cake, Keeper Chats, and Special
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Join BREC’s Outdoor Adventure crew for some BREC Canoe Camping and pack up your canoe and set out on your next adventure at Chicot State Park. Participants will ride out to Chicot State Park, where they will unload BREC canoes, and paddle out on the water. Adventurers will camp out on the lake and, that
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Tired of the same old birthday party ideas? If you have a little Picasso who really loves to get their hands working on some kind of art project, a craft party may be the perfect way to celebrate your budding artist’s birthday. We’re sharing a unique and affordable kids party idea at BREC that will be sure to keep
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Have you heard the news? For the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line will sail from the Port of New Orleans starting in 2020. I have sailed on all four Disney Cruise ships with my family and with Disney Social Media Moms and it is truly something magical that can’t be put into words. We
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Elijah Evans, a then 15-year-old young man from LaFayette, Louisiana, defied every one of the many myths of adoption and foster care. Like most children, he entered foster care through no fault of his own. Tragically, he suffered abuse at the hands of the very person who was supposed to love and protect him, his
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