Park, Walker. cityofwalkerla.com 4TH OF JULY (RED, WHITE & YOU) 11 a.m.–1 p.m. Join a community gath- ering honoring veterans with a Quilts of Valor pre- sentation, a flagpole ded- ication, and a fundraiser lunch. Blackwater United Methodist Church, Baker. blackwaterumc.org 4TH OF JULY EXTRAVAGANZA ~ 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Celebrate Independence Day with games, karaoke, crafts, exhibits, and free admission, plus a rare chance to view the orig- inal Louisiana Purchase document. Louisiana's Old State Capitol, Baton Rouge. louisianaold statecapitol.org AMERICA 250 CONCERT ~ Time TBA Celebrate Independence Day with a patriotic outdoor concert honoring America’s 250th anniversa- ry. Repentance Park, Baton Rouge. visitbatonrouge.com BATON ROUGE ARTS MARKET ~ 8 a.m.–noon Shop handmade goods, support local artists, and enjoy music at this monthly outdoor market. Fifth Street at Main Street Market, Baton Rouge. artsbr.org BATON ROUGE CONCERT BAND 4TH OF JULY CONCERT ~ 7–9 p.m. Experience a free, fami- ly-friendly outdoor concert featuring patriotic classics, marches, and American favorites performed by the Baton Rouge Concert Band. EBR Main Library at Goodwood, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com FIREWORKS ON THE RIVER ~ 6–8 p.m. Enjoy live music, family activities, refreshments, and a spectacular fireworks
display. Nall Park, Krotz Springs. cajuntravel.com JULY 4TH CELEBRATION AT THE MARKET AT THE OASIS ~ 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Celebrate Independence Day with over 30 local ar- tisans, chefs, and vendors, plus live music and shaded seating. The Market at the Oasis, Baton Rouge. bayouartisan.com LEBEAU ZYDECO FESTIVAL 9 a.m. Celebrate Louisiana’s zydeco heritage with a full day of live music, dancing, and family fun featuring performances by Geno Delafose, Rusty Metoyer, Step Rideau, and J-Paul. Lebeau, Louisiana. facebook.com/ lebeauzydecofestival RED, WHITE + ZOO 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Spot red, white, and blue animals; complete a scav- enger hunt; enjoy animal chats and enrichments; and cool off with a treat from the Kona Ice Truck. BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, Baton Rouge. brzoo.org RED STICK FARMERS MARKET ~ 8 a.m.–noon Shop locally grown pro- duce and goods at this pro- ducer-only open-air market supporting area farmers. Main Street Market, Baton Rouge. breada.org SATURDAY STORYTIME ~ 2 p.m. Enjoy a special storytime every Saturday. Barnes & Noble–Town Center at Cedar Lodge, Baton Rouge; Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge; and Juban Crossing, Denham Springs. bn.com STRONG & CALM WARRIOR YOGA ~ 8–9 a.m. Experience a free, begin- ner-friendly monthly class for veterans, military, first responders, and the public. USS KIDD Veterans Muse- um, Baton Rouge. usskidd.com
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TWILIGHT TOURS. See July 2.
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crowneplaza COOL CAREERS: ROBOT- ICS AND DRONES ~ 10–11 a.m. Teens and young adults can explore careers in robotics and drone tech- nology. EBR Main Library at Goodwood, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com KENILWORTH INDEPEN- DENCE PARADE ~ 6:30 p.m. Celebrate Independence Day with a community parade. Kenilworth Neigh- borhood, Baton Rouge. kenilworth neighborhood.com THE VICTORY BELLES 7:30–9:30 p.m. Enjoy a nostalgic evening of 1940s popular and patriotic music performed in rich three-part harmony by the acclaimed vocal trio The Victory Belles. Manship Theatre, Baton Rouge. manshiptheatre.org 4 Saturday INDEPENDENCE DAY 250TH CELEBRATION IN THE PARK ~ 2–9:45 p.m. Celebrate 250 years of independence with food trucks, live music, a vendor market, kids’ activities, contests, and a fireworks show. Sidney Hutchison
Explore the wonders of twilight as astronomers help visitors identify stars, planets, satellites, and other objects visible in the evening sky. BREC’s High- land Road Park Observato- ry, Baton Rouge. hrpo.lsu.edu THE PEACH TRUCK TOUR Times vary by location Get fresh, orchard-picked peaches delivered. Avail- able for purchase while supplies last. Mall of Louisi- ana (2–3:30 p.m.) and Stine Home and Yard (5–6:30 p.m.). thepeachtruck.com TWILIGHT TOURS 6–7:30 p.m. Take a twilight tram ride through the zoo, enjoy a narrated tour, meet an animal at the Wildlife Safari Theatre, and finish the eve- ning with a snack. BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, Baton Rouge. brzoo.org 3 Friday AMERICA’S 250TH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION Through July 4 Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with a two-day poolside party featuring live music, themed buffets, cocktails, and festive en- tertainment. Crowne Plaza Executive Center, Baton Rouge. ihg.com/
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FILM SCREENING: CAPTURING AMERICA: THE CAROL HIGHSMITH STORY ~ 5–7:30 p.m. Discover the life and work of renowned photogra- pher Carol Highsmith in this documentary chroni- cling her mission to docu- ment every corner of the United States. Louisiana's Old State Capitol, Baton Rouge. louisianaold statecapitol.org THE PEACH TRUCK TOUR 4:30–6 p.m. Get fresh, orchard-picked peaches delivered. Avail- able for purchase while supplies last. Tanger, Gonzales. thepeachtruck.com 2 Thursday
STORYTIME AT THE SWAMP 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Children ages two to five and their caregivers can enjoy themed storybooks, songs, rhymes, and an up- close encounter with an animal. BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center, Baton Rouge. brec.org THE EDGE OF NIGHT ~ 8–10 p.m.
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