Community Events Calendar – Baton Rouge Area
Friday, September 24
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“TONY”
- Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
- Location: Manship Theatre, 100 Lafayette St.
- Details: A biographical drama/comedy about Anthony Bourdain’s early career. Tickets: $12.50, with an option to donate to the Greater Baton Rouge Food Bank. More Info
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Evening Sky Viewing
- Time: 8:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
- Location: BREC Highland Road Park Observatory, 13800 Highland Road.
- Details: A viewing of the night sky for ages 6 and up. More Info
Saturday, September 25
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RED STICK FARMERS MARKET
- Time: 8 a.m. – noon
- Location: Fifth and Main streets, downtown.
- Details: Fresh produce, seafood, flowers, and more. More Info
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Paddle Away
- Time: 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
- Location: Highland Road Community Park Boat Launch, 14024 Highland Road.
- Details: A seven-mile kayaking trek for intermediate to experienced paddlers, ages 14+. Cost: $20. Register Here
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Dog Day at the Swamp
- Time: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
- Location: BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center, 10503 N. Oak Hills Parkway.
- Details: Pets welcome on trails; must be leashed and vaccinated. Regular admission applies. More Info
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Family-Hour Stargazing
- Time: 10 a.m.
- Location: Irene W. Pennington Planetarium at the Louisiana Art & Science Museum, 100 S. River Road.
- Details: Learn about stars and constellations. More Info
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Art Break
- Time: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m.
- Location: LSU Museum of Art, 100 Lafayette St.
- Details: Watercolor activity inspired by Purvis Young. Free. More Info
Sunday, September 26
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Tuesday, September 28
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Becoming Louisiana: The Jewish
- Time: Reception at 5:30 p.m.; Lecture at 6 p.m.
- Location: Louisiana State Archives, Essen Lane.
- Details: Lecture by Mike Rubin on Jewish immigration to Louisiana. Free. More Info
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Baton Rouge Chess Club
- Time: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
- Location: La Divina Italian Cafe, 3535 Perkins Road, Unit 360.
- Details: Open to all levels. Free.
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Trivia Night
- Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
- Location: Court to Table, 7477 Burbank Drive.
- Details: Sports trivia starts at 8 p.m. More Info
Thursday, September 30
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RED STICK FARMERS MARKET
- Time: 8 a.m. – noon
- Location: Pennington Biomedical Research Center, 6400 Perkins Road.
- Details: Farm-fresh goods. More Info
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EBR Master Gardeners: Seed Starting and Growing Herbs
- Time: 6:30 p.m.
- Location: Jones Creek Branch Library, 6222 Jones Creek Road.
- Details: Free workshop on growing plants from seeds. More Info
Ongoing Events:
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Ann Connelly Fine Art
- Location: 1670 Lobdell Ave.
- Hours: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wednesday-Saturday. Free. More Info
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Baton Rouge Gallery Center for Contemporary Art
- Location: 1515 Dalrymple Drive.
- Details: Exhibiting recent works by various artists. Open Noon-6 p.m. Tuesday-Sunday. More Info
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Old State Capitol
- Location: 100 North Blvd.
- Details: Various exhibits. 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday, free admission. More Info
Explore and enjoy these wonderful events in the Baton Rouge area!
