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Love, Love Me Brew! A Tribute to the Beatles!
04/30/2022
06:00 PM
In celebration of the 60th Anniversary of The Beatles' first single "Love Me Do" some of the best musicians in North Louisiana will gather at Flying Tiger to perform an amazing tribute show! Josh Madden has assembled incredible list of artists to bring you the very best of the Fab Four. The $20 cover all goes to the artists! There will be a food truck serving up some deviousness as well! Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged! Money can't buy you love, but it can buy a ticket to this show and Heroic Beer!
Live Music & Concerts
Flying Tiger Brewery | 506 N 2nd St Monroe, LA 71201
04/30/2022
06:00 PM
In celebration of the 60th Anniversary of The Beatles' first single "Love Me Do" some of the best musicians in North Louisiana will gather at Flying Tiger to perform an amazing tribute show! Josh Madden has assembled incredible list of artists to bring you the very best of the Fab Four. The $20 cover all goes to the artists! There will be a food truck serving up some deviousness as well! Lawn chairs and blankets are encouraged! Money can't buy you love, but it can buy a ticket to this show and Heroic Beer!
Live Music & Concerts
Flying Tiger Brewery | 506 N 2nd St Monroe, LA 71201
Claws for a Cause
04/30/2022
11:00 AM
Don't miss out on Dead Reckoning String Band playing, Spinner Entertainment's circus acts, and face painting with LA LunaChicks. The 318 Swampers will be out being Swampy. There will even be a petting zoo.Tickets will be $50 per person and includes 3lb crawfish with potatoes, corn and free beer. Children’s tickets $10. 25% of the profits go to MedCamps. They’re trying trying to revamp their pool house and are raising the funds for that project. So come out and support!
Live Music & Concerts
Krewe de Riviere Den | 2519 S Grand St Monroe, LA 71202
04/30/2022
11:00 AM
Don't miss out on Dead Reckoning String Band playing, Spinner Entertainment's circus acts, and face painting with LA LunaChicks. The 318 Swampers will be out being Swampy. There will even be a petting zoo.Tickets will be $50 per person and includes 3lb crawfish with potatoes, corn and free beer. Children’s tickets $10. 25% of the profits go to MedCamps. They’re trying trying to revamp their pool house and are raising the funds for that project. So come out and support!
Live Music & Concerts
Krewe de Riviere Den | 2519 S Grand St Monroe, LA 71202
Claws for a Cause
04/30/2022
11:00 AM
Don't miss out on Dead Reckoning String Band playing, Spinner Entertainment's circus acts, and face painting with LA LunaChicks. The 318 Swampers will be out being Swampy. There will even be a petting zoo.Tickets will be $50 per person and includes 3lb crawfish with potatoes, corn and free beer. Children’s tickets $10. 25% of the profits go to MedCamps. They’re trying to revamp their pool house and are raising the funds for that project. So come out and support!
Live Music & Concerts
Krewe de Riviere Den | 2519 S Grand St Monroe, LA 71202
04/30/2022
11:00 AM
Don't miss out on Dead Reckoning String Band playing, Spinner Entertainment's circus acts, and face painting with LA LunaChicks. The 318 Swampers will be out being Swampy. There will even be a petting zoo.Tickets will be $50 per person and includes 3lb crawfish with potatoes, corn and free beer. Children’s tickets $10. 25% of the profits go to MedCamps. They’re trying to revamp their pool house and are raising the funds for that project. So come out and support!
Live Music & Concerts
Krewe de Riviere Den | 2519 S Grand St Monroe, LA 71202
Ouachita Live
04/29/2022
06:00 PM
The authentic sounds of Hill Country Blues will fill the streets of downtown West Monroe on Friday, April 29 when Kent Burnside will take the stage at our outdoor concert series, Ouachita Live! Free and open to all / from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Live Music & Concerts
Alley Park | 250 Trenton St West Monroe, LA 71291
04/29/2022
06:00 PM
The authentic sounds of Hill Country Blues will fill the streets of downtown West Monroe on Friday, April 29 when Kent Burnside will take the stage at our outdoor concert series, Ouachita Live! Free and open to all / from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Live Music & Concerts
Alley Park | 250 Trenton St West Monroe, LA 71291
'You give hope.' International musicians grateful to be back in Lafayette for Festival International
04/29/2022
04:29 PM
Performers took to the stage this week, marking the first live performances for Festival International de Louisiane since 2019. COVID-19 restrictions over the past two years have affected all live performances, but when a festival involves international travel, it becomes…
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04/29/2022
04:29 PM
Performers took to the stage this week, marking the first live performances for Festival International de Louisiane since 2019. COVID-19 restrictions over the past two years have affected all live performances, but when a festival involves international travel, it becomes…
Heading to Festival International this evening? Here is the Friday music lineup
04/29/2022
02:26 PM
It's Friday, Festival International is in town and there's not a cloud in the forecast today. If you're thinking about taking advantage of those three circumstances, here's the music lineup awaiting you in downtown Lafayette tonight:
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04/29/2022
02:26 PM
It's Friday, Festival International is in town and there's not a cloud in the forecast today. If you're thinking about taking advantage of those three circumstances, here's the music lineup awaiting you in downtown Lafayette tonight:
Garth Brooks: The 5 things we betcha didn't know
04/28/2022
07:45 PM
Die-hard Garth Brooks fans, we're not talking to you. You've probably heard all this before. But for those who'll be experiencing G. Brooks in concert for the first time this weekend in Baton Rouge, here are some surprising tidbits we've…
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04/28/2022
07:45 PM
Die-hard Garth Brooks fans, we're not talking to you. You've probably heard all this before. But for those who'll be experiencing G. Brooks in concert for the first time this weekend in Baton Rouge, here are some surprising tidbits we've…
'Benjamin Franklin' has lessons for Louisiana
04/28/2022
04:00 PM
If you didn’t catch “Benjamin Franklin” when it premiered on public television last month, put it on your watchlist. There are many reasons to recommend this new Ken Burns documentary about America’s most approachable Founding Father, now available for free…
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04/28/2022
04:00 PM
If you didn’t catch “Benjamin Franklin” when it premiered on public television last month, put it on your watchlist. There are many reasons to recommend this new Ken Burns documentary about America’s most approachable Founding Father, now available for free…
'So much skin I had to shed': Maggie Rose at Chelsea's Live and Saenger Theatre in NOLA
04/27/2022
05:10 PM
Though she’s not a country singer, Maggie Rose has performed on the Grand Ole Opry stage more than 80 times — and she’ll be in Baton Rouge Wednesday night at Chelsea's Live and opening at the Saenger Theatre in New…
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04/27/2022
05:10 PM
Though she’s not a country singer, Maggie Rose has performed on the Grand Ole Opry stage more than 80 times — and she’ll be in Baton Rouge Wednesday night at Chelsea's Live and opening at the Saenger Theatre in New…
Brown Bag Concert Series: Alice Prophit + Rita Spillers
04/27/2022
12:00 PM
Celebrate this season of rebirth with friends, food, and fun! Join us every Wednesday in April for the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council’s noontime outdoor Brown Bag Concerts Series. Come on down to the lush green Palace Park at 220 DeSiard Street (beside the old Palace Dept. Store location), the venue for 2022’s first Brown Bag Series (public parking at 4th and DeSiard). In case of rain, the event will move indoors to the old Palace Dept. store, next door to the park. Bring your lunch or just grab a $5 box lunch on site from Newk’s Eatery including their famous tea. Mulhearn’s will again provide free cookies to make the events extra sweet! Water and lemonade will also be available. Picnic blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged! Performances are FREE, thanks to sponsors Mulhearn’s, Newk’s Eatery, The Palace, Paramount Healthcare Consultants and the City of Monroe.
Live Music & Concerts
The Palace | 220 Desiard St Monroe, LA 71201
04/27/2022
12:00 PM
Celebrate this season of rebirth with friends, food, and fun! Join us every Wednesday in April for the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council’s noontime outdoor Brown Bag Concerts Series. Come on down to the lush green Palace Park at 220 DeSiard Street (beside the old Palace Dept. Store location), the venue for 2022’s first Brown Bag Series (public parking at 4th and DeSiard). In case of rain, the event will move indoors to the old Palace Dept. store, next door to the park. Bring your lunch or just grab a $5 box lunch on site from Newk’s Eatery including their famous tea. Mulhearn’s will again provide free cookies to make the events extra sweet! Water and lemonade will also be available. Picnic blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged! Performances are FREE, thanks to sponsors Mulhearn’s, Newk’s Eatery, The Palace, Paramount Healthcare Consultants and the City of Monroe.
Live Music & Concerts
The Palace | 220 Desiard St Monroe, LA 71201
Local chefs recommend the 7 things to keep in your freezer to become a better cook
04/26/2022
12:45 PM
We asked a variety of professional chefs and accomplished cooks what they recommend that home cooks keep on hand and in the freezer. In their answers, there is some overlap in two areas — meat and stock, but they also…
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04/26/2022
12:45 PM
We asked a variety of professional chefs and accomplished cooks what they recommend that home cooks keep on hand and in the freezer. In their answers, there is some overlap in two areas — meat and stock, but they also…
Community: United Way names Brotherhood Sisterhood honorees
04/23/2022
06:00 AM
Capital Area United Way’s Brotherhood Sisterhood Committee announced that Coletta Barrett and Marvin Borgmeyer will be honored as recipients of the 2022 Brotherhood Sisterhood awards. The Brotherhood Sisterhood Committee also selected a recipient for its Pass the Torch Award, U.S.…
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04/23/2022
06:00 AM
Capital Area United Way’s Brotherhood Sisterhood Committee announced that Coletta Barrett and Marvin Borgmeyer will be honored as recipients of the 2022 Brotherhood Sisterhood awards. The Brotherhood Sisterhood Committee also selected a recipient for its Pass the Torch Award, U.S.…
Queen Anne’s Revenge Dueling Pianos
04/22/2022
08:00 PM
Queen Anne's Revenge is making their way back to West Monroe for another round of a live dueling piano show! Featuring the talents of Charlie Askew, Justin Wayne Elkins, Ben Hubbard, and Adam Biscuit Houser
Live Music & Concerts
Flying Heart Brewing & Pub | 204 Commerce St West Monroe, LA 71291
04/22/2022
08:00 PM
Queen Anne's Revenge is making their way back to West Monroe for another round of a live dueling piano show! Featuring the talents of Charlie Askew, Justin Wayne Elkins, Ben Hubbard, and Adam Biscuit Houser
Live Music & Concerts
Flying Heart Brewing & Pub | 204 Commerce St West Monroe, LA 71291
Kayak Clean Up to be held Saturday to remove trash from LSU lakes
04/22/2022
06:01 PM
The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine’s Sustainability and Climate Awareness Committee is hosting the LSU Lakes Kayak Clean Up from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Volunteers from LSU Vet Med will go out on the LSU lakes in kayaks to…
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04/22/2022
06:01 PM
The LSU School of Veterinary Medicine’s Sustainability and Climate Awareness Committee is hosting the LSU Lakes Kayak Clean Up from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday. Volunteers from LSU Vet Med will go out on the LSU lakes in kayaks to…
Remembering the wonders of Leo's, Cortana Mall and a light blue prom dress
04/22/2022
03:45 PM
This week, as we’ve marked one month of living in Baton Rouge, I’ve thought a lot about the first time I came to Louisiana’s Capital City. In the spring of my junior year in high school, my church youth group…
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04/22/2022
03:45 PM
This week, as we’ve marked one month of living in Baton Rouge, I’ve thought a lot about the first time I came to Louisiana’s Capital City. In the spring of my junior year in high school, my church youth group…
'This river is something else': American Queen brings tourists to Baton Rouge on the river
04/21/2022
10:15 AM
Nearly 420 feet of history made its way to Baton Rouge on April 15 on the American Queen, the largest steamboat ever built. The stop was one of many this year for American Queen Voyages in Baton Rouge.
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04/21/2022
10:15 AM
Nearly 420 feet of history made its way to Baton Rouge on April 15 on the American Queen, the largest steamboat ever built. The stop was one of many this year for American Queen Voyages in Baton Rouge.
Capital Area United Way to fund up to $500,000 through in grants: Applications open
04/20/2022
09:00 PM
Capital Area United Way (CAUW) released its Basic Needs Request for Proposals (RFP) for its Basic Needs grants, with funding beginning July 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2023. The full RFP can be viewed online at www.cauw.org/funding-opportunities.
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04/20/2022
09:00 PM
Capital Area United Way (CAUW) released its Basic Needs Request for Proposals (RFP) for its Basic Needs grants, with funding beginning July 1, 2022, and ending June 30, 2023. The full RFP can be viewed online at www.cauw.org/funding-opportunities.
I Eat La.: Soup's on this spring; pair it with sweet potato rolls
04/20/2022
03:00 PM
If you’ve read this column past springs and summers, you’ve likely seen my complaints about the heat and humidity. About this time every year, my husband gets giddy over the hot sun beaming down, and I retreat indoors to cozy…
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04/20/2022
03:00 PM
If you’ve read this column past springs and summers, you’ve likely seen my complaints about the heat and humidity. About this time every year, my husband gets giddy over the hot sun beaming down, and I retreat indoors to cozy…
Brown Bag Concert Series: Bethany Raybourn
04/20/2022
12:00 PM
Celebrate this season of rebirth with friends, food, and fun! Join us every Wednesday in April for the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council’s noontime outdoor Brown Bag Concerts Series. Come on down to the lush green Palace Park at 220 DeSiard Street (beside the old Palace Dept. Store location), the venue for 2022’s first Brown Bag Series (public parking at 4th and DeSiard). In case of rain, the event will move indoors to the old Palace Dept. store, next door to the park. Bring your lunch or just grab a $5 box lunch on site from Newk’s Eatery including their famous tea. Mulhearn’s will again provide free cookies to make the events extra sweet! Water and lemonade will also be available. Picnic blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged! Performances are FREE, thanks to sponsors Mulhearn’s, Newk’s Eatery, The Palace, Paramount Healthcare Consultants and the City of Monroe.
Live Music & Concerts
The Palace | 220 Desiard St Monroe, LA 71201
04/20/2022
12:00 PM
Celebrate this season of rebirth with friends, food, and fun! Join us every Wednesday in April for the Northeast Louisiana Arts Council’s noontime outdoor Brown Bag Concerts Series. Come on down to the lush green Palace Park at 220 DeSiard Street (beside the old Palace Dept. Store location), the venue for 2022’s first Brown Bag Series (public parking at 4th and DeSiard). In case of rain, the event will move indoors to the old Palace Dept. store, next door to the park. Bring your lunch or just grab a $5 box lunch on site from Newk’s Eatery including their famous tea. Mulhearn’s will again provide free cookies to make the events extra sweet! Water and lemonade will also be available. Picnic blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged! Performances are FREE, thanks to sponsors Mulhearn’s, Newk’s Eatery, The Palace, Paramount Healthcare Consultants and the City of Monroe.
Live Music & Concerts
The Palace | 220 Desiard St Monroe, LA 71201
Got hungry caterpillars, but no milkweed? Here's what to do when they run out of leaves.
04/19/2022
10:30 PM
If you're a part of the "pollination frenzy," as described by Heather Kirk-Ballard, you may be observing the results of monarch butterfly caterpillars being, to quote Eric Carle, "very hungry" and eating all the milkweed you've so kindly planted for…
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04/19/2022
10:30 PM
If you're a part of the "pollination frenzy," as described by Heather Kirk-Ballard, you may be observing the results of monarch butterfly caterpillars being, to quote Eric Carle, "very hungry" and eating all the milkweed you've so kindly planted for…
Baton Rouge farmer's market adds new day, hours: See times and vendors here
04/18/2022
08:45 PM
The benefits of eating more fresh locally grown fruit and vegetables are about as certain as life can get. Making those vegetables more accessible is a part of BREADA's mission — which is why Tuesday, April 19 will be its…
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04/18/2022
08:45 PM
The benefits of eating more fresh locally grown fruit and vegetables are about as certain as life can get. Making those vegetables more accessible is a part of BREADA's mission — which is why Tuesday, April 19 will be its…
LSU Garden News: Lilies a symbol of springtime beauty
04/18/2022
03:00 PM
Spring brings many beautiful flowers, but none more beautiful than the lily. Readily found this time of year and often used for celebrations and decorating in the spring, lilies are important to many cultures and mentioned often in literature. Just…
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04/18/2022
03:00 PM
Spring brings many beautiful flowers, but none more beautiful than the lily. Readily found this time of year and often used for celebrations and decorating in the spring, lilies are important to many cultures and mentioned often in literature. Just…
Landry Vineyards Concert — Buddy Terzia & Friends
04/16/2022
04:00 PM
Come celebrate an afternoon of fun with your family and community while listening to local music, eating local foods and drinking Landry Vineyards wine!
Live Music & Concerts
Landry Vineyards | 5699 New Natchitoches Rd West Monroe, LA 71292
04/16/2022
04:00 PM
Come celebrate an afternoon of fun with your family and community while listening to local music, eating local foods and drinking Landry Vineyards wine!
Live Music & Concerts
Landry Vineyards | 5699 New Natchitoches Rd West Monroe, LA 71292
'Like stepping back into all the good things': Solomon Episcopal Retreat Center offers peace
04/15/2022
02:15 PM
Tucked away in the piney woods of Louisiana is a 207-acre retreat that is gaining popularity in this post-shutdown life. The Solomon Episcopal Conference Center in Tangipahoa Parish offers peace and tranquillity, but is just a short drive from home.
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04/15/2022
02:15 PM
Tucked away in the piney woods of Louisiana is a 207-acre retreat that is gaining popularity in this post-shutdown life. The Solomon Episcopal Conference Center in Tangipahoa Parish offers peace and tranquillity, but is just a short drive from home.
Ukrainians in BR decorate Easter eggs, reflect on war and home: 'We want to show our culture'
04/14/2022
12:45 PM
Editor’s note: Jan Risher had the idea to speak with local Ukrainians about Easter eggs and decorations because she remembered the spring she spent there and the tender care every household she visited spent in preparing the Easter decorations, with…
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04/14/2022
12:45 PM
Editor’s note: Jan Risher had the idea to speak with local Ukrainians about Easter eggs and decorations because she remembered the spring she spent there and the tender care every household she visited spent in preparing the Easter decorations, with…
Bark in the Dark celebrates its comeback to benefit Acadiana’s furry friends
04/14/2022
02:19 AM
Acadiana Animal Aid celebrated the return of its annual fundraiser, Bark in the Dark, Thursday, April 7 at the Cajundome Convention Center. As event chairs Sandy and Bob Giles put it, the night packed three years’ worth of fun into…
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04/14/2022
02:19 AM
Acadiana Animal Aid celebrated the return of its annual fundraiser, Bark in the Dark, Thursday, April 7 at the Cajundome Convention Center. As event chairs Sandy and Bob Giles put it, the night packed three years’ worth of fun into…
