Food and Fun

'Introduction to Yoga for Women' at Zachary library

By East Baton Rouge Parish Library
Women can come to the Zachary Branch, 1900 Church Street, on Thursday, June 20, at 10:30 a.m. for a demonstration of yoga exercises and a discussion of the benefits surrounding these relaxing movements.

Netflix to debut original 'Shrek' series as part of DreamWorks deal

By Julianne Pepitone - CNN
Shrek is coming to the small screen, as part of a deal Netflix struck with DreamWorks Animation on Monday.

Miss Louisiana finishes in top 10 of Miss USA pageant; first time since 1996

By Samantha Morgan
She didn’t take home top prize, but she represented Louisiana well Sunday in Las Vegas. Kristen Girault, former New Orleans Saintssation, is the first top 10 finalist for the state since 1996.

Dancing for a Cause 2013 line-up announced, raises funds for ARC of East Ascension

By ARC of East Ascension
Dancing for a Cause is back for 2013 with a line-up of celebrity dancers already in rehearsals.

Saenger Theatre to reopen this fall

By Saengar Theater
After more than eight years, the historic Saenger Theatre will proudly reopen its doors this fall with a grand opening celebration, featuring a lineup of performances commemorating the city’s love for live entertainment of all kinds.

BREC hosts 'Father’s Day on the Fairway'

By BREC
Join BREC for a Father’s Day event for the whole family today from 6:00 -10:00 p.m., as BREC hosts Father’s Day on the Fairway at Historic City Park Golf Course, located on 1515 Dalrymple Dr.

Councilwoman to host Juneteenth celebration

By Councilwoman C. Denise Marcell
Councilwoman C. Denise Marcelle, Dr. Martin L. King, Jr. Community Center and BREC are sponsoring a Juneteenth Celebration today. The gathering will be held at Gus Young Park, located at 4200 Gus Young Avenue.

Mayor Holden declares June 15 'Pride Day' in Baton Rouge

By Mayor's Office
Baton Rouge Mayor-President Kip Holden once again this year signed a proclamation for Pride Day in the city-parish – declaring June 15, 2013, as Baton Rouge Pride Fest/GLBT Pride Day.

Documentary capturing impact of music in prison to be screened at BRCC

By BRCC
Music's value and impact on the prison community are revealed in the documentary film "Songs of Souls," that will be screened at Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC) on Thursday, June 13, at 6:00 p.m.

RESCHEDULED: Father's Day Blues Extravaganza moved to July

By Media Relations
The Father’s Day Blues Extravaganza starring Maze Featuring Frankie Beverly originally scheduled for June 14 at the Baton Rouge River Center has been rescheduled to July 12 at 8:00 p.m. at the same location.  

Luther Kent records LPB 'You Are My Sunshine' special in Donaldsonville

By Michael Tortorich - The Creole
LPB was working out of the KKAY radio station in Donaldsonville on Tuesday, June 11 for a special about the song “You Are My Sunshine.”

Walls Project celebrates completion of first Mid City mural with public celebration

By Samantha Morgan
The arts district of Baton Rouge will celebrate the completion of a new public mural with a free celebration on Thursday, thanks to the efforts of the Walls Project.

Mumford and Sons cancel sold out New Orleans show due to medical emergency

By Samantha Morgan
Louisiana fans of Mumford and Sons will not get the chance to see the band perform in New Orleans. That’s because the band cancelled the show due to a medical emergency.

Two new summer community art programs begin at LSU Museum of Art

By LSU Media Relations
This summer, the LSU Museum of Art, located in the Shaw Center for the Arts at 100 Lafayette Street in downtown Baton Rouge, will offer two new community arts programs aimed at teaching children in the community the value of the arts.

'Party for the Coast' takes place June 13; benefits Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana

By Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana
The Coalition to Restore Coastal Louisiana (CRCL) will celebrate its 25th anniversary with “Party for the Coast,” a special event highlighting Louisiana culture, food and fun, at Generations Hall in New Orleans on Thursday, June 13,