Thursday, June 1
Smooch-a-Pooch and Unleash the Possibilities at the Capitol: Companion Animal Alliance will be out on the Capitol steps at lunch time. Stop by for a midday pick-me-up and pledge your support for CAA’s Capital Campaign at CAABR.org. 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Kendra Gives Back Party: Kendra Scott in Perkins Rowe (10156 Perkins Rowe) is hosting a special event to benefit the Alzheimer’s Association. Enjoy sips and sweets as you shop for beautiful Kendra Scott jewelry; 20% of the proceeds will benefit the Louisiana Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association. 5-7 p.m.
Yoglates 2 South & Southern Craft have teamed up to bring you the opportunity to sweat and sip at 14141 Airline Highway. Get a free workout with Yoglates 2 South while you enjoy the refreshing tastes of Southern Craft brews. 6-7:30 p.m.
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Friday, June 2
Stories in Art: On the first Friday of every month, The LSU Museum of Art (100 Lafayette St, Fifth Floor) hosts a free program for kids ages 0-6 and their parents/caregivers. Enjoy “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” and the chance to make your own food-filled rain cloud. 10:30-11 a.m.
Game, Set, Dine! Adult Tennis Mixer: Head to BREC’s City-Brooks Community Park (1515 Dalrymple Drive) for a chance to win a gift certificates to The Overpass Merchant. The mixer consists of timed double match play, where partners will switch after each round. Tickets available here. Ages 18 and older. $15 per person. 6-8 p.m.
Make it a Movie Night: The Jungle Book: BREC’s Independence Park Theatre (7800 Independence Blvd.) is showing Disney’s The Jungle Book (2016 version) as part of its monthly free film series. The film screening is free for guests of all ages. Concessions will be available for purchase. No outside food or drinks allowed. 7-9:30 p.m.
Movies at Main: Zootopia: Nearby, East Baton Rouge Parish Library (7711 Goodwood Blvd.) is showing Zootopia in the plaza of the Main Library for free. Bring picnic blankets and lawn chairs to get comfy. 7-9 p.m.
Saturday, June 3
RocketKidz Rookie Triathlon: BREC’s Liberty Lagoon (111 Lobdell Ave.) will host the Rookie Triathlon for children ages 3-10. The event is designed to introduce children to the sport of triathlon and promote outdoor play. For more information, go to rocketkidz.org. 7-10 a.m.
Downtown Baton Rouge Arts Market: This open-air market is held on the first Saturday of each month, excluding January and April, in conjunction with BREADA’s weekly Red Stick Farmer’s Market (Fifth and Main streets). The Arts Market features pottery, cast and blown glass, jewelry, metal sculpture and more from local artisans. For more details, visit artsbr.org. 8 a.m.-noon.
TEDxLPLDenhamSpringsWalker: Livingston Parish Library (8101 Florida Blvd.) invites you to its first ever TEDx event, where you can hear talks from community leaders on a variety of topics under the “Build a Better Livingston” theme. Visit TED.com for a full list of speakers, tickets and additional info. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Chef John Folse Book Signing: Visit Barnes & Noble (2590 Citiplace Court) to get a personalized copy of Chef John Folse’s new book Can You Dig It? Louisiana’s Authoritative Collection of Vegetable Cookery. It’ll also make a great Father’s Day gift. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
CRBA’s 2017 Parade of Homes in Baton Rouge: For the weekends of June 3-4 and June 10-11, Capital Region Builders Association hosts its annual Parade of Homes. Tour and preview more than 35 Baton Rouge homes, where you’ll get to see innovative tech and inspiring designs. Check out the full list of houses included on the route. Free. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., every day.
Dino Day at LASM: The Louisiana Art & Science Museum (100 River Road South) hosts its second annual Dino Day with a variety of interactive activities, hands-on stations, knowledgeable guest presenters and a special planetarium show schedule. 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Peace Fest: The Red Stick Peacemakers originally moved this event from October after the flooding to better serve those affected. This Saturday, join them for a day of yoga, healing energy therapy, live art, live music and more. With activities for all ages, this free event is open to everyone. For more information, visit worldpeacedaybr.com. 300 S. River Road. 3-10 p.m.
Sunday, June 4
Free First Sundays: On the first Sunday of each month, the LSU Museum of Art, the Louisiana Art & Science Museum and the USS Kidd offer free admission for all. For more information, visit lasm.org, lsumoa.org and usskidd.com.
Fleauxt Fest: Fleauxt – Flotation & Dry Salt Therapy (8312 Jefferson Highway) hosts its first ever Fleauxt Fest. Enjoy Root Beer Fleauxts, food, desserts and mini massages at this free health and wellness event. For the full event schedule and more details, visit Fleauxt Fest’s Eventbrite page. 3-7 p.m.
Tuesday, June 6
Red Stick Area Kickball Summer 2017 Season: Every Tuesday night June 6-July 18, Red Stick Area Kickball (7122 Perkins Road) hosts its summer kickball tournament with playoffs held on Saturday, July 22. Sign up your own team or join another at brkickball.com/leagues. 6:20-10 p.m.
Wednesday, June 7
Creature Feature Summer Series: The Land Before Time: Visit the Manship Theatre at the Shaw Center for the Arts (100 Lafayette St.) as it kicks off its summer movie series with The Land Before Time. Arrive early for an animal encounter with BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo. 10 a.m.-noon.
Sundresses & Sandals End of School Party: The Melting Pot (5294 Corporate Blvd.) is hosting a special Girl’s Night Out this month. Invite your friends for a four-course fondue experience for only $19.95 per person. Select drinks will be $6 all night. What better way to celebrate the end of the school year? Wednesday, June 7-Thursday, June 8. 5-11 p.m.
Thursday, June 8
Young Professionals Networking Night at Tin Roof: Come out to Tin Roof Brewing Company (1624 Wyoming St.) and meet other Baton Rouge young professionals, hear about Club Blue and LSU Alumni Association’s young alumni initiatives. 5:30-7 p.m.
Happening all week
Take a bus tour with Red Stick Adventures: Play tourist once in a while, and go on a tour with Red Stick Adventures. City Tours visit sites like the State Capitol, the Louisiana State Museum, historic Baton Rouge neighborhoods and many more, and they run Tuesdays through Saturdays, and Mondays and Sundays by request. Offered daily, Swamp Tours consist of boat rides through Manchac Swamp. Plantation Tours explore the vast estates of River Road or St. Francisville and are also offered daily by reservation. Tours of the LSU Rural Life Museum are offered daily by reservation, as well. On Friday and Saturday nights only, the haunted plantation tours take you to the Myrtles Plantation in St. Francisville. For more information, visit redstickadventures.com.
On the Road: New Orleans
Saturday, June 3
Moonlight Paddle in Manchac Swamp: Enjoy an evening of paddling on Manchac Swamp. For more information and to make reservations, visit canoeandtrail.com. $40 per person. 5:45-9:45 p.m.
Crescent Connection Bridge Run: Start your summer with a run across the Crescent City Connection and a breathtaking view of the city’s skyline. Don’t miss the after-party when the race is over. Visit ccc10k.com for more information and the event’s full schedule. Registration is $35. 7-10 p.m.
Plessy Day Movie in the Garden: Eyes on the Prize: In honor of Plessy Day, Press Street Gardens (7 Press St.) is showing the PBS documentary series Eyes on the Prize, covering the early years of the civil rights movement. Complimentary snowballs will be available. Babies, dogs, blankets, chairs, snack and drinks are welcome. 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Sunday, June 4
NOLA Edge Film Festival Screening/Award Ceremony: Hosted by festival curator Natalie Phillips, the NOLA Edge Film Festival features short film and full-length selections and a brief award ceremony for filmmakers attending the festival. Visit ceffnetwork.org for more information. Zeitgeist Multi-Disciplinary Center (1618 Oretha C Haley Blvd.). 7:30-10:30 p.m.
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On the Road: Lafayette
Saturday, June 3
Motorfest @ Motorcity to benefit CFC International: This car show benefits CFC International, the leading international organization supporting those with Cardio-Facio-Cutaneous Syndrome and their families. Motor City (1111 N. University Ave.) will have food, shirts and more for purchase. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sunday, June 4
Susan G. Komen Mini-Triathlon: The Acadiana Affiliate of Susan G. Komen hosts a mini-triathlon at City Club at River Ranch (1100 Camelia Blvd.). Register or volunteer for the race. 8 a.m.-11 a.m.
Creole Culture Day: Vermillionville (300 Fisher Road) hosts this free event exploring how the Creole community came to be and maintains its heritage. Activities include crafts and games for children, boat tours, canoeing, live music, cooking demonstrations, dance lessons and more. 10 a.m.-5 p.m