Families Helping Families of Greater Baton Rouge hosts its annual fami- ly-friendly community event featuring races, vendors, music, activities, and sensory-friendly spaces to promote autism awareness, acceptance, and inclusion while supporting local families. Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton
dinosaur, and high-octane family fun. Raising Cane’s River Center Arena, Baton Rouge. raisingcanes rivercenter.com
INTERNATIONAL ASTRONOMY DAY 3–11 p.m.
The region’s premier IAD event returns, featuring amateur radio, gems and minerals, Earth science, STEM exhibits, non-visi- ble light investigations, deep-sky and lunar tours, solar viewing, a chemistry demonstration, and the Renaissance Sundial. BREC’s HIghland Road Park Observatory, Baton Rouge. brec.org KITE FEST LOUISIANE’ 11 a.m.–dusk The annual fest fills the skies with colorful kites and offers family-friendly fun including kite-making workshops, kids’ activities, Louisiana food booths, live music, indoor flying demonstrations, fireworks, and a spectacular night- time kite flight. West Baton Rouge Soccer Complex, Port Allen. westbatonrouge.net/
Rouge. fhfgbr.org BASF’S KIDS’ LAB 11 a.m.–3:45 p.m.
HOT WHEELS MONSTER TRUCKS LIVE GLOW-N-FIRE. See April 25.
Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on work- shops for young scientists ages 6-12 and their accom- panying adults. Louisiana Art & Science Museum, Baton Rouge. lasm.org BLUE RUN 5K RACE & 1-MILE FUN RUN 8 a.m. The run will feature a one- mile fun run/walk and 5K race, along with education, outreach, and advocacy. City Hall, Gonzales. childadv.net CAPITAL AREA HEART WALK 8 a.m. The Capital Area Heart Walk brings the com- munity together to raise awareness, fund lifesaving research, and support CPR education while promot- ing heart health and hope for every heartbeat. Blue Roots, Baton Rouge. capitalareaheartwalk.org Learn about the stars and constellations in the local nighttime sky. Louisiana Art & Science Museum, Baton Rouge. lasm.org HOT WHEELS MONSTER TRUCKS LIVE GLOW-N-FIRE 12:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. This tour brings FAMILY-HOUR STARGAZING 10–11 a.m. fan-favorite trucks like Mega Wrex, Tiger Shark, Bigfoot®, and the all-new Rhinomite to life, featuring jaw-dropping FMX stunts, a fire-breathing robot
Rouge. tiger10k.com
locations, Lafayette. festivalinternational.org
Through April 16 Taste great cooking, ride carnival rides, dance to live music, play bingo, and shop at St. Therese’s Boutique. Little Flower Auditorium, Arnaudville.
20 Monday LOUISIANA MENTAL HEALTH CONFERENCE Through April 21 This nonprofit boutique event offers thought-pro- voking training and insights from leading clini- cians who are advancing the field of mental health. Hilton Baton Rouge Capitol
23 Thursday NATIONAL TAKE OUR DAUGHTERS AND SONS TO WORK DAY BASH THE TRASH 9 a.m.–noon Celebrate Love the Boot Week by cleaning up the park and waterway to pre- vent pollution from mov- ing downstream. Gloves and all necessary tools will be provided. BREC’s Bayou Manchac Park, Baton Rouge. brec.org RED STICK FARMERS MARKET 8 a.m.–noon Shop all things local. Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton Rouge. breada.org ROCK N ROWE 6–9 p.m. Enjoy performances by Travis Matte & The King- pins. Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge. perkinsrowe.com SUNSET PADDLE 6:30–8 p.m. Make unforgettable mem- ories paddling into the sunset. Single and tandem kayaks available for all skill levels. BREC’s Milford Wampold Memorial Park, Baton Rouge. brec.org
(337) 754-5912 MOVIE IN THE PARK: ZOOTOPIA 2 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Enjoy family-friendly films under the stars at different neighborhood parks! Bring your blankets and lawn chairs for a free, fun eve- ning of movies, snacks, and community. Movie begins at 6 p.m. BREC’s Nairn Drive Park, Baton Rouge. brec.org NATURE NIGHT HIKE + CAMPFIRE 7–9 p.m. Explore local night- time ecology and meet nocturnal animals on a blacked-out night hike led by Conservation staff, complete with campfire time and s’mores. BREC’s Frenchtown Conservation Area, Greenwell Springs. brec.org THE ITALIAN FESTIVAL Through April 26 Enjoy delicious Italian food, live music, and carnival rides. Next to City Hall, Tickfaw. theitalianfestivalorg.com 25 Saturday ACTIVE FOR AUTISM 5K RUN/WALK & FUN FEST 8 a.m.–noon
Center, Baton Rouge. louisianamentalhealth conference.com
21 Tuesday
kite-fest-louisiane POINTE COUPEE AUTISM WALK & 5K 8 a.m.
MRS. DOUBTFIRE (TOURING) 7:30 p.m.
Run, walk, and advocate together. 1400 Major Park- way, New Roads. pcaca.net RED STICK FARMERS MARKET 8 a.m.–noon Shop all things local. 501 Main Street, Baton Rouge. breada.org ROCKING ON THE RIVER 5–8 p.m. Enjoy live music, give- aways, food & craft ven- dors, and fun for the whole family. North Boulevard Town Square Plaza, Baton Rouge. rockingonthe riverinfo@gmail.com RUN FOR HER VOICE 9 a.m.–noon This 5K honors the leg- acy of Melinda Herbert Gardner while raising awareness for domestic violence and supporting
Experience this heart- warming and hilarious
adaptation of the beloved film about a devoted dad willing to do anything for his kids. Raising Cane’s River Center Theater, Baton Rouge. raisingcanes rivercenter.com 22 Wednesday NATIONAL EARTH DAY NATIONAL JELLY BEAN DAY FESTIVAL INTERNATION- AL DE LOUISIANE Through April 26 Experience a five-day cul- tural celebration, featuring music from around the world, gourmet food, and handcrafted art. Various
24 Friday NATIONAL ARBOR DAY
ARNAUDVILLE ÉTOUFFÉE FESTIVAL
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