Baton Rouge Louisiana is planning for the future this week.  The Center for Planning Excellence, a group based in Baton Rouge, is holding its Smart Growth Summit today and tomorrow.  This is the group’s 5th annual event.  The Smart Growth Summit focuses on the future and focuses on smart planning and design for the state of Louisiana.

The people who attend the Smart Growth Summit, held at the Shaw Center in Baton Rouge LA include architects, planners, civic-minded groups and associations, politicians and more.  The speakers and discussions are meant to promote great ideas and keep the wellness of the state of Louisiana in the forefront.  Topics that will be covered include disaster response, green building, waterfront development and transportation to name a few.

Click here to learn more about the Smart Growth Summit.

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If you are a fan of the ballet do not miss “Dancin’ In The Streets” this weekend in Baton Rouge LA.  “Dancin’ In The Streets” is the Baton Rouge Ballet’s biggest fundraiser of the year and offers a fun time for all who attend.  Imagine having the opportunity to share the dance floor with some of the finest dancers from Baton Rouge.

“Dancin’ In The Streets” takes place this Saturday, August 21st, from 7:00 to 10:00 p.m. at the Perkins Rowe Great Hall.  Food will be supplied by Perkins Rowe and other local restaurants and the music will be performed by the band Phat Hat.  Tickets are $25 in advance or $35 at the door.  Click here to visit the Baton Rouge Ballet’s website for more information or to purchase tickets.

Baton Rouge is a city full of southern charm and grace and the opportunity to dance with professional ballet dancers is one not to be missed!

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The Passionate Poetry Pajama Party is a wonderful literary event happening in Baton Rouge this Saturday.  The annual event is being held at Avoyelles, 333 Third Street in Downtown Baton Rouge.  Celebrating the art of the spoken word, the poetry event is a fundraiser for a group of Baton Rouge poets who are headed to a national poetry contest.  The local group of poets is known as the Baton Rouge Poetry Alliance.

The Baton Rouge Poetry Alliance is dedicated to spreading the art of poetry throughout Baton Rouge.  Monthly readings, contests, and workshops inspire members and influence audiences.

Baton Rouge is a Louisiana city alive with art.  Take advantage of the opportunity to hear a little poetry and head downtown on Saturday night.    The event starts at 10:00 p.m. and tickets cost $10.

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There is a lot of music this weekend in Baton Rouge, as the Bayou Country Superfest takes place today and tomorrow at LSU’s Tiger Stadium.  The festival has an amazing lineup as well, including country music superstars Keith Urban, Taylor Swift, Kenny Chesney and Brooks & Dunn.  Produced by the same man who created Jazz Fest, the Bayou Country Superfest is expected to have the same draw for country music fans, becoming a renowned, annual event for Baton Rouge LA.

If you are a country music fan you will not be disappointed this weekend in Baton Rouge.  The festival will take place from 4:00 to 10:30 p.m. on both Saturday and Sunday (May 29 and 30).  Before the event there will be tailgating and free live music outside the stadium on both days.  Click here to visit the event website and learn more information.

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The city of Baton Rouge LA will celebrate the parish of East Baton Rouge’s 200th birthday throughout the summer.  A roster of celebratory events has been posted and the Louisiana capitol will honor EBR with outdoor concerts, a huge birthday cake, free admission to various venues and acknowledgment during the annual Pennington Balloon Classic.

The various parishes around Baton Rouge have their own histories.  East Baton Rouge was created in 1810 after the city’s independence from Spain.  There is no doubt that people from Louisiana know how to celebrate and the bicentennial celebration of East Baton Rouge will be a fun time to say the least.

Click here to see an article about the bicentennial celebration, as well as a full run down of events.

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This Sunday in Baton Rouge bicyclists can get out and pedal in the annual Baton Rouge Bike Club Century.  Four routes make up the Baton Rouge Bike Club Century, the shortest ride being a 21 mile family route, the longest being a 100 mile route.  All of the routes start and end at the West Feliciana Sports Park which is just north of St. Francisville.  The riders who are biking the 100 mile route will take off the earliest, at 7:30 a.m.  The 50 and 61 mile riders will depart at 8:00 a.m. and the Family route riders will start pedaling at 9:00 a.m.

Memorial Day weekend is a great time to get out and enjoy Baton Rouge and the Baton Rouge Bike Club Century allows all ability levels to experience the area on bicycles, a fun and healthy way to travel.  Whether you are a serious competitor or a novice get out on your bike this Sunday in Baton Rouge LA.

Click here for more information on the Baton Rouge Bike Club.Baton Rouge Bikers Get Out This Sunday.

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If you will be in Baton Rouge LA this week don’t miss a local production of Just Dance!  This special dance production is directed by Debbie Allen, a renowned director and choreographer.  70 dancers from the Baton Rouge area will dance in Just Dance!  The shows will take place from May 20-23, this Thursday through Sunday, with shows taking place at the Manship Theatre at 7:00 p.m. each night, with the addition of a 3:00 p.m. show on Saturday and Sunday.

The arts are alive in Baton Rouge and Just Dance! is special because it showcases the talent of local dancers and includes different styles like tap, ballet, hip-hop and gymnastics.  If you like dance and you are in Baton Rouge this is a show not to be missed.
Click here to visit the Manship Theatre website for show and ticket information.

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Everyone can enjoy music and movies in Baton Rouge LA.  The last Saturday of every month (May through October), beginning on May 29, Movies & Music on the Lawn will take place at the Baton Rouge Gallery.  The theme this year is dayDREAMS & nightSCREAMS.  On May 29th the movie will be the 1914 version of Cinderella.  This is a silent film that will be accompanied by live musicians playing along with the film.

Baton Rouge LA has a wonderful art scene for its residents to enjoy.  From museum exhibits to theater, there is always something to enjoy.  The Baton Rouge Gallery is one art museum in Louisiana’s capitol city that showcases a variety of exhibits and talent.

Click here to view the lineup for Music and Movies in Baton Rouge Louisiana.

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The Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra is playing the Beatles tomorrow night, Saturday May 1st.  This evening under the stars offers the best of what Spring evenings have to offer in Baton Rouge LA and its surrounding areas.  The concert will be taking place at Hemingbough in St. Francisville.  The BRSO will promote its beautiful music on stage while surrounded by the beauty of lush landscaping that permeates Hemingbough.

Attendees are invited to bring their own food or enjoy the food available at the venue.  The outdoor pops concerts are treasured by those in the Baton Rouge area.  Listening to music outdoors is a favorite pastime for residents of Baton Rouge, a city which takes full advantage of the arts, continuously hosting fabulous events throughout the year.

Click here to visit the website for the Baton Rouge Symphony Orchestra.

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Don’t miss the big birthday celebration in Baton Rouge LA this weekend for the Old State Capitol.  The Old State Capitol is turning 160 years old and the birthday celebration will take place on Friday, April 30, from 4:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.  Music, cupcakes and balloons will be in abundance and all ages are welcome to enjoy this Baton Rouge event.

The Old State Capitol is a fabulous older building in Baton Rouge.  The former capitol building has been preserved and is used as a museum showcasing Louisiana’s history and politics.  A cornerstone of Baton Rouge, the regal architecture of the Old State Capitol overlooks the Mississippi River and offers a wonderful place to learn more about the State of Louisiana and the capitol city itself.

For more information about the birthday celebration call 225-342-0500.

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