community
CRAYOLA KICKS OFF CREATIVITY WEEK 2026
Crayola is celebrating the fifth anniversary of Creativity Week, a free, weeklong program that inspires millions of kids to explore how creativity fuels learning. From January 26–February 1, 2026, classrooms and families can join in with daily themed activities designed to spark imagination through art, science, storytelling, and more. This year’s theme, “Color Inspires Creativity,” features appearances from stars like Questlove, the Property Brothers, and NASA astronauts. With free videos, downloadable resources, and fun creative challenges, it’s an easy and engaging way to make learning more colorful. Participants are encouraged to dive in, share their creations, and celebrate the joy of imagination. ■ crayola.com/creativityweek
Photo by Peter Augustin
Photo by freepik.com
LOUISIANA LEADS NATION IN CHILD POVERTY
POETRY OUT LOUD RETURNS TO BATON ROUGE
A new study from the Annie E. Casey Foundation shows that Louisiana has the nation’s highest child poverty rate, tied with Washington, D.C., at 19 percent from 2022–24. Rising costs and the expiration of public assistance programs, including pandemic-era aid, have contributed to this increase, affecting roughly 200,000 children in the state. Data also show that Southeastern states have the highest child poverty rates nationwide. Programs like SNAP have been crucial in helping families, while access to quality jobs and affordable essentials such as housing, health care, and child care remain key to reducing child poverty. Experts say that sustained investment in social support programs and economic opportunities will be essential to improving outcomes for Louisiana’s children. ■ aecf.org
Poetry lovers, rejoice! Poetry Out Loud—the national high school poetry recitation competition—returns to Baton Rouge this February. Hosted at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center on Thursday, February 5, the event invites students from across a 10-parish region to take the stage and bring poetry to life. Developed by the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation, this free program helps teens build confidence, improve public speaking, and discover the power of words. Students, educators, and volunteers can learn more or register to participate online. ■ artsbr.org/poetry-out-loud
DEATH VALLEY LIVE BRINGS ENTERTAINMENT TO TIGER STADIUM
LSU Athletics is teaming up with community partners to launch Death Valley Live, a new series of world-class events coming to Tiger Stadium starting in 2026. Known for its electric football Saturdays, the 101-year-old stadium will soon host live concerts and special events throughout the year, creating unforgettable experiences for families, fans, and visitors. The initiative aims to boost Baton Rouge’s economy while bringing the community together in a fun, family-friendly setting. Parents can look forward to more reasons to visit campus with their kids and share the excitement of Tiger Stadium beyond game day. ■ lsusports.net/deathvalleylive
8 JANUARY 2026 | BRPARENTS.COM
Made with FlippingBook Ebook Creator