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International Astronomy Day – Highland Road Park Observatory

April 9, 2026

Are your kids curious about space, astronomy, and science? Bring them to Highland Road Park Observatory for a worldwide celebration of all things astronomy, physics, aeronautics, and the American space program at International Astronomy Day on April 25 from 3–11 p.m. Every year since 2007, Highland Road Park Observatory has celebrated International Astronomy Day with […]

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ZIPPITY ZOO FEST – What to Know Before You Go

March 23, 2026

Calling all Party Animals!! Join BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo as they celebrate their 56th birthday at Zippity Zoo Fest on March 28th & 29th! 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! ZIPPITY ZOO

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Rockin’ at the Swamp – BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

February 25, 2026

Are you fascinated by fossils, captivated by crystals, mad for minerals? Then visit Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center on March 7th for one rockin’ day of fun highlighting geology and earth science. Climb the rock wall, explore the Rockhound Market, paint your own pet rock, and much much more! Rockin’ at the Swamp has been a

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Brec’s Baton Rouge Zoolights – 2025

December 5, 2025

Join BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo for Baton Rouge Zoolights from November 28th through December 30th! Discover the magic of the season at Zoo Lights, presented by Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Hospital! This year, the lights are shining brighter than ever, creating an enchanting experience for the whole family. Again this year, the Zoo

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Swamp Haunted Hikes 2025 – BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center

September 2, 2025

Halloween events in Baton Rouge are officially underway, and one of our top picks is the Swamp Haunted Hikes at BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center! Our family had a blast last year, and it’s the perfect way to enjoy a night full of activities and not-so-spooky Halloween fun. Watch our short video from last year’s

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Barn Hill Preserve Pumpkin Patch: Know Before You Go

September 1, 2022

Fall is in the air, and if your family is ready for some Pumpkin Patch fun, the Barn Hill Preserve Pumpkin Patch / Prehistoric Pumpkin Patch is one you won’t want to miss. Barn Hill Preserve’s annual Pumpkin Patch has quickly become a fall family tradition. The addition of the “Prehistoric Dinasour Pumpkin Patch” makes it

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50 Need-to-Know Ingredient Substitutions

November 8, 2021

We’ve all been there! You’ve just returned from the grocery store, and you’re getting ready to make dinner, bake or whip something up on a whim, and you’re missing a crucial ingredient. But, of course, the last thing you want to do is go back to the grocery store for one item. Especially with the

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Chalk Your Walk Baton Rouge – Spread joy and kindness!

March 21, 2020

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

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Liberty Lagoon Swim Lessons – Beat the summer heat with BREC

May 5, 2019

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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Baton Rouge Summer Tennis lessons with BREC

May 1, 2019

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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Give Your Child A Zooper Birthday Party at Baton Rouge Zoo

April 15, 2019

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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BREC Canoe Camping

March 5, 2019

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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