Celebrate a Louisiana sculpture artist this week
The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge will unveil “Honoring Our Own: Dr. Charles Smith” on Tuesday, Oct. 24, at the Shell Gallery at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center. The exhibit features the works of Charles Smith, a Hammond-based figural sculpture artist whose work reflects the African American experience.
This thought-provoking exhibit, which runs through Dec. 31, is a tribute to African Americans who have made significant cultural contributions to the nation. Smith’s art, created from castoff objects of everyday life, conveys poignant expressions, from rage to joy, with a mission to address historical injustices, promote social justice and denounce racism. The Arts Council will also honor Smith with an opening reception on Thursday, Oct. 26, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., where attendees can meet the artist behind the evocative works.
The Shell Gallery at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center is located at 233 Saint Ferdinand St. Find more information here.
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Learn about Spanish Town’s history on Tuesday
Head to Capitol Park Museum this Tuesday, Oct. 24, for a special lecture on one of Baton Rouge’s oldest neighborhoods.
In “Latin American Independence – The Spanish Town Story” historian Robert “Bob” Freeland delves into the rich history of Baton Rouge’s Spanish Town and its broader, global importance. Freeland, who serves as the coordinator of the Louisiana State Museum Spanish Heritage Field Trip Program, will share expert insights on how Spanish Town and Louisiana as a whole played a role in the complex tapestry of the Americas’ quest for sovereignty.
The free lecture will take place from 6-7:30 p.m. Capitol Park Museum is located at 660 N. Fourth St. Find info here.
Enjoy a spooky night under candlelight on Tuesday and Wednesday
Experience a spine-tingling evening as the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra presents a “Nightmare on Ferdinand Street–A Concert with Candles,” this Tuesday and Wednesday, Oct. 24–25.
Hosted in the intimate John and Virginia Noland Black Box Studio at the Cary Saurage Community Arts Center, this haunting event brings the spirit of Halloween as a BRSO string quartet performs iconic spooky tunes by candlelight. Delight in chilling melodies from classic films like The Addams Family, Halloween, Psycho and Beetlejuice, among others. This is a limited-seating event. Please note that concerts last approximately 60 minutes, and there will be no late seating, so arrive early to get into the Halloween spirit.
The music starts at 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 24 and 9:30 p.m. on Oct. 25. The Cary Saurage Community Arts Center is located at 233 Saint Ferdinand St. Purchase tickets here.
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Kick off the Baton Rouge Zydeco’s inaugural season on the ice Thursday
Get ready for a high-energy showdown as the Baton Rouge Zydeco faces off against the Columbus River Dragons in its first regular-season ice hockey game, this Thursday, Oct. 26, at 7:30 p.m. Don’t miss the chance to witness the clash of these two teams on the ice, as they battle it out for victory in Baton Rouge.
Next, the Zydeco will also take on the River Dragons on Friday, Oct. 28, at 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 29, at 7 p.m. to round out opening weekend.
The games will take place at the Raising Cane’s River Center located at 275 S. River Road. Find more information and tickets here.