Baton Rouge Parents Magazine–June 2026

story followed by a flow- er-themed art project us- ing paint and paper tulips. Ages 6–11. Carver Branch Library, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com 12 Friday NATIONAL MOVIE NIGHT AMERICAN STEM: A QUARTER-MILLENNIAL CELEBRATION 5:45–9:45 p.m. Explore the future of Amer- ican innovation during this community discussion series examining STEM achievements from 2026– 2076. Ages 12 and older. BREC’s Highland Road Park Observatory, Baton Rouge. brec.org GOALS & SLICES AT CPK: USA VS PARAGUAY 8–10 p.m. NATIONAL PEANUT BUTTER COOKIE DAY

11 a.m.–3:45 p.m. Explore the science of chemistry during these 45-minute hands-on workshops for young scien- tists ages 6–12 and their ac- companying adults. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.org BATON ROUGE FATHER’S DAY CRAFT & VENDOR MARKET 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Shop local vendors, hand- made goods, and Father’s Day gifts during this family-friendly weekend market featuring unique finds for every kind of dad. Tanger Outlets, Gonzales. hometown vendormarket.com BILINGUAL STORYTIME / HORA DE CUENTOS BILINGÜES 4–4:30 p.m. Families can enjoy stories and songs in English and Spanish together; Spanish fluency is not required. River Center Branch Library, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com CAJUN CREOLE ADULT LEARNING CLASS #4 9 a.m.–noon

RED, WHITE & BOOM – AMERICA 250 CELEBRATION. See June 27.

eventbrite.com READ AND CREATE 11 a.m.–noon Children ages three to

NATIONAL CANCER SURVIVOR’S DAY

Baton Rouge. brzoo.org 8 Monday NATIONAL BEST FRIENDS DAY 9 Tuesday NATIONAL DONALD DUCK DAY 10 Wednesday BATON ROUGE ZOO WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON DISCOUNT 2–4 p.m. Visit the zoo every Wednesday afternoon for discounted admission of $3 plus tax per person. BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, Baton Rouge. brzoo.org 11 Thursday JUNETEENTH MOVIE SHOWING: HARRIET (PG-13) 1:30–4 p.m. Celebrate Juneteenth with a screening of Harriet in the library meeting room. Delmont Gardens Branch Library, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com LOUISIANA BISTRO – LEISURE CLASS 5–8 p.m. Join a hands-on culinary

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 FIRST FREE SUNDAYS 1–4 p.m. Enjoy free highlight tours plus traditional crafts, informative lectures, and family activities during this monthly community event. Magnolia Mound Museum + Historic Site, Baton Rouge. brec.org FLAVORS OF LOUISIANA 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Celebrate Louisiana’s food, music, and culture with an “Anything Over Rice” cook- off, live entertainment, a vendor marketplace, and family-friendly activities. Capitol Park Museum, Baton Rouge. capitolparkfriends.org FREE FIRST SUNDAYS 1–5 p.m. Enjoy free admission, fami- ly activities, live music, and more on the first Sunday of the month. LSU Museum of Art, Baton Rouge. lsumoa.org GUEST APPRECIATION WEEKEND 9:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Celebrate Guest Appreci- ation Weekend with buy one admission, get one free pricing for visitors of all ages. Last entry is at 4 p.m. BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo,

eight and their accompa- nying adults are invited to join the museum guide-led storytime and art activity. LASM, Baton Rouge. lasm.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

Watch the U.S. match in a lively game-night

atmosphere with live com- mentary from Baton Rouge Soccer Club, giveaways, drink specials, and more. California Pizza Kitchen, Baton Rouge. perkinsrowe.com LOUISIANA SUMMER ARTS & VENDOR FESTIVAL Through June 14 Shop handmade crafts, fashion, jewelry, home décor and food from local vendors in a lively, family-friendly festival atmosphere. Lamar Dixon Expo Center, Gonzales. lamardixon expocenter.com 13 Saturday

Participate in an adult culinary learning class focused on Cajun and

Creole cooking techniques and traditions. Louisiana Culinary Institute, Baton Rouge. lci.edu DONALDSONVILLE’S 31ST ANNUAL JUNE- TEENTH MUSIC FESTIVAL 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Celebrate Juneteenth with live South Louisiana music, local food vendors, cultural history, and family-friend- ly activities honoring freedom and community. Louisiana Square, Donald- sonville. eventbrite.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 FLAG DAY CELEBRATION 10 a.m. FAMILY-HOUR STARGAZING 10–11 a.m.

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 THE DINNER DETECTIVE 6–9 p.m. Tackle a challenging crime while feasting on a deli- cious dinner. Crowne Plaza Executive Center, Baton Rouge. thedinnerdetective.com 7 Sunday

AAFCC PRESENTS: FLAVOR FEST 4–7 p.m.

leisure class focused on cooking skills and

Celebrate all things food at this community festival featuring local chefs, food lovers, and plenty of delicious bites and good vibes. West Baton Rouge Community Center, Port Allen. eventbrite.com BASF’S KIDS’ LAB

techniques in a relaxed, ed- ucational setting. Louisiana Culinary Institute, Baton Rouge. lci.edu TULIPS AND SPRINKLES 2:30–3:30 p.m. Children can enjoy a

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