hrpo.lsu.edu SATURDAY STORYTIME ~ 2 p.m.
TWILIGHT TOURS 6–7:30 p.m.
ily activities. C.E. “Rusty” Williams Airport, Grand Cane. facebook.com/ balloonsoverdesoto BASF’S KIDS’ LAB 1:30–3:45 p.m. Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on work- shops for young scientists ages 6–12 and their ac- companying adults. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org CHILDREN’S STORYTIME ~ 2 p.m. Read specially-curated chil- dren’s picture books each week. Barnes & Noble–Per- kins Rowe, Baton Rouge. bn.com SENSORY SECOND SUNDAY 3–5 p.m. During these hours, light- ing is dimmed, music is low, and designated quiet areas are available. Guests can also access fidget toys, noise-reducing head- phones, and accessible art supplies. In addition, the planetarium will offer captioned shows. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org 13 Monday NATIONALS BEANS ‘N’ FRANKS DAY 14 Tuesday COW APPRECIATION DAY
Baton Rouge. lsuagcenter.com/burden CHRISTMAS IN JULY MARKET ~ 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Start your holiday shop- ping early with 40+ local vendors offering hand- made gifts, food, drinks, and live music. Bayou Artisan Oasis on Coursey, Baton Rouge. bayouartisan.com Learn about the stars and constellations in the local nighttime sky during the interactive presentation, then sit back for a featured show for all ages. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org LEVITT AMP BATON ROUGE 2026 ~ 3 p.m. FAMILY-HOUR STARGAZING 10–11 a.m. Enjoy an afternoon of live music, local vendors, and community fun at this free outdoor concert series cel- ebrating the spirit of North Baton Rouge. Scotlandville Plaza, Baton Rouge. levitt.org RED STICK FARMERS MARKET ~ 8 a.m.–noon Shop locally grown produce and goods at this producer-only open-air market. Main Street Mar- ket, Baton Rouge. breada.org ROCKETCHIX 7 a.m. Take part in a female-fo- cused sprint triathlon or duathlon featuring swim, bike, and run courses designed for all experience levels, promoting fitness and community empower- ment. Pointe-Marie, Baton Rouge. facebook.com/ rocketchix PLUS NIGHT ~ 7–10 p.m. Enjoy an evening of sky viewing, science demon- strations, guided sky tours, telescope observations, birth-star discoveries, and a marshmallow roast. BREC’s Highland Road Park Obser- vatory, Baton Rouge.
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Take a tram ride through the zoo, enjoy a narrated tour, meet an animal, and finish the evening with a snack. BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, Baton Rouge. brzoo.org 22 Wednesday MAKING AND TINKERING WITH STEM: TEACHER WORKSHOP 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. A full-day professional development workshop focused on hands-on STEM making and tinkering strategies. Knock Knock Children’s Museum, Baton Rouge. knockknock museum.org 23 Thursday
STORYTIME AT THE SWAMP 10:30–11:30 a.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 19 Sunday NATIONAL ICE CREAM DAY BRIT FLOYD: THE MOON, THE WALL AND BEYOND 7:30 p.m. Experience a spectacular tribute to Pink Floyd fea- turing a full performance of The Dark Side of the Moon alongside highlights from The Wall and other fan favorites. Baton Rouge River Center Theater, Baton Rouge. raisingcanesriver center.com CHILDREN’S STORYTIME ~ 2 p.m. Read specially-curated chil- dren’s picture books each week. Barnes & Noble–Per- kins Rowe, Baton Rouge. bn.com ROCKETKIDZ TRIATHLON 7:30 a.m. A youth-friendly triathlon event encouraging kids to swim, bike, and run in a fun, supportive environ- ment designed to promote fitness, confidence, and ac- tive lifestyles. Pointe-Marie, Baton Rouge. rocketkidz.com 20 Monday SUMMER RESTAURANT WEEK Through July 26 Enjoy special three-course menus at more than 40 Baton Rouge restaurants, featuring some of the city’s top dining spots with limited-time pricing. Baton Rouge. eatbr.com 21 Tuesday
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 TWILIGHT TOURS 6–7:30 p.m. Take a tram ride through the zoo, enjoy a narrated tour, meet an animal, and finish the evening with a snack. BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, Baton Rouge. brzoo.org 17 Friday RIDE – BATON ROUGE 10 YEAR HONOR RIDE 7 a.m. First responders complete a 90-mile cycling tribute ride from Slidell to Baton Rouge to honor officers killed in the 2016 ambush. Baton Rouge Police Department, Baton Rouge. gulfcoastbrother hoodride.com THE ADDAMS FAMILY – THE MUSICAL Through August 2 A darkly comedic musical about Wednesday Addams and her “normal” boyfriend, as both families collide during a chaotic dinner GULF COAST BROTHERHOOD that tests secrets, love, and tradition. Sullivan Theater, Baton Rouge. sullivantheater.com 18 Saturday NATIONAL HOT DOG DAY BIRDING AT BURDEN 7–9 a.m. Join a guided birdwatch- ing excursion through the trails at Burden and spot a variety of resident and migratory birds while learning from local birding experts. LSU AgCenter Botanic Gardens at Burden,
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 educational animal. BREC’s Bluebonnet Swamp Nature Center, Baton Rouge. brec.org TWILIGHT TOURS 6–7:30 p.m. Take a tram ride through the zoo, enjoy a narrated tour, meet an animal, and finish the evening with a snack. BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, Baton Rouge. brzoo.org 24 Friday NATIONAL AMELIA EARHART DAY 25 Saturday
TWILIGHT TOURS 6–7:30 p.m.
Take a tram ride through the zoo, enjoy a narrated tour, meet an animal, and finish the evening with a snack. BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, Baton Rouge. brzoo.org 15 Wednesday
SIP & SHOP ~ 5–8 p.m. Stroll through Perkins
BASF’S KIDS’ LAB 11 a.m.–3:45 p.m.
Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on work- shops for young scientists ages 6–12 and their ac- companying adults. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org CHRISTMAS
Rowe while enjoying spe- cial sips, exclusive promo- tions, in-store activations, and a chance to win a $500 shopping spree. Perkins
Rowe, Baton Rouge. perkinsrowe.com
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