tutorials, receive prompts for inspiration, and share poems with one another. EBR Main Library on Goodwood, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com
a variety of art materials. knockknockmuseum.org RED STICK FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.–noon Shop all things local. Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton Rouge. breada.org SIGNING TOGETHER: AN INTRODUCTION TO ASL 6 p.m. Learn to communicate with the basic signs of American Sign Language from a native speaker. EBR Main Li- brary on Goodwood, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com
5 Monday NATIONAL BIRD DAY
6 Tuesday NATIONAL CUDDLE UP DAY
7 Wednesday
POETRY SLAM 7 p.m.
Krewe de Zoo. See January 2.
9 Friday
krewe” and express their affection for the zoo’s remarkable animals. BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo, Baker. brec.org
Baton Rouge; and Juban Crossing, Denham Springs. bn.com
1 Thursday NEW YEAR’S DAY
This event invites poets, writers, and storytellers from all backgrounds to share their voice in a sup- portive and creative space. Cary Saurage Community Arts Center, Baton Rouge. 225theatrecollective.com POETRY WRITING WORKSHOP Noon Watch poetry writing tutorials, receive prompts for inspiration, and share poems with one another. EBR Main Library on Goodwood, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com SENIOR CREATIVE WELLNESS PROGRAM 10 a.m. This is a weekly daytime arts and wellness class designed to support the emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of older adults. Cary Saurage Com- munity Arts Center, Baton Rouge. artsbr.org STORYTIME 10 a.m. Enjoy a story at the park. BREC’s Jefferson Highway Park, Baton Rouge. brec.org
FROZEN JR. THE MUSICAL 7 p.m. Performances presented by First Step Stage Theater. Mid City Civic Theatre, Baton Rouge. ticketleap. events/events/ firststepstagetheater GENEALOGY BROWN BAG LUNCH: GUEST SPEAKER CHAD L. LEBLANC Noon Guest speaker Chad L. LeBlanc, a Louisiana author, genealogist and historian, discusses the Canary Is- landers who came to south Louisiana in the late 18th century, describing the cir- cumstances that led them to migrate here, where they settled, and how they assimilated into the more predominant French population. Bring your own lunch. EBR Main Library on Goodwood, Baton Rouge. ebrpl.com LOUISIANA FUR AND WILDLIFE FESTIVAL Through January 10 The festival will feature a carnival, craft and food booths, live entertainment, 5K and one-mile fun walk, oyster races, oyster shuck- ing competitions, parade, and gumbo cook-off. Festi- val Fair Grounds, Cameron. lafurandwildlifefestival.net
STRONG & CALM WARRIOR YOGA 9 a.m.
ALLSTATE SUGAR BOWL 7 p.m. Watch the football playoff quarterfinal. Caesars Superdome, New Orleans. allstatesugarbowl.org RED STICK FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.–noon Shop all things local. Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Baton Rouge. breada.org
Enjoy a yoga session. USS KIDD Veterans Museum, Baton Rouge. usskidd.com THE DINNER DETECTIVE 6–9 p.m. Tackle a challenging crime while feasting on a fantastic dinner. Crowne Plaza Executive Center, Baton Rouge. thedinnerdetective.com
3 Saturday
BATON ROUGE ZYDECO VS. ATHENS ROCK LOBSTERS 7:05 p.m.
Enjoy a night of hockey in Baton Rouge. Raising Cane’s River Center Arena, Baton Rouge. raisingcanes rivercenter.com DOG MAN (2025) 3 p.m. In this film, Dog Man must stop feline supervillain Petey the Cat from cloning himself and going on a crime spree. Manship Theatre, Baton Rouge. manshiptheatre.org MAHJ PLAY DAY 9:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Enjoy open-play mahjong, meet new friends (or bring your mahj crew!), and savor a delicious included break- fast with Knock Knock Children’s Museum. Court to Table, Baton Rouge. knockknockmuseum.org
2 Friday
4 Sunday
BATON ROUGE ZYDECO VS. ATHENS ROCK LOBSTERS 7:05 p.m.
CHILDREN’S STORYTIME 2 p.m.
Read specially-curated children’s picture books each week. Barnes & Noble–Perkins Rowe, Baton Rouge. bn.com FIRST FREE SUNDAYS: CHRISTMASTIME IN EARLY LOUISIANA 1 p.m. This free event includes highlight tours of the historic house, walking tours of the grounds, and a talk about past holiday traditions in Louisiana. BREC’s Magnolia Mound, Baton Rouge. brec.org POETRY WRITING WORKSHOP 3:30 p.m. Watch poetry writing
Enjoy a night of hockey in Baton Rouge. Raising Cane’s River Center Arena, Baton Rouge. raisingcanes
rivercenter.com KID’S NIGHT: PENGUIN CRAFT 3–7 p.m.
Build and decorate a pen- guin thermometer while watching Happy Feet. Salt Pepper Oak, Baton Rouge. facebook.com/ saltpepperoak KREWE DE ZOO Through February 17 Celebrate Mardi Gras with a wild twist. Now in its second year, this campaign invites guests to “join the
8 Thursday
SATURDAY STORYTIME 2 p.m.
ARTY PARTY 4–6 p.m.
Enjoy a special storytime every Saturday. Barnes & Noble–Town Center at Cedar Lodge, Baton Rouge; Perkins Rowe,
Led by experienced artists, children will use their imag- ination as they participate in hands-on projects using
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