The Baton Rouge Blues Festival offers something for everyone with children’s events, great music to enjoy and of course the food our city is known for. Plenty of events have led up to the big day and tomorrow is the actual festival which runs from 11 am until 8 pm, a great day for Blues lovers as well as those who rarely listen to this genre.
Baton Rouge Blues Festival Offers Something for Everyone
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Renovated Park Will Add to Downtown Baton Rouge Experience
A recently renovated park will add to the Downtown Baton Rouge experience. Repentance Park just experienced nearly $4 million worth of upgrades and people are liking what they see. Tuesday was the official unveiling which showed off water fountains and open space which will be used for concerts and general enjoyment. Repentance Park is located … Continue reading Renovated Park Will Add to Downtown Baton Rouge Experience
New Technology Center Will Bring Jobs to Baton Rouge
A new technology center will bring jobs to Baton Rouge. IBM has announced plans to build a new technology center downtown which is expected to bring 800 jobs to our city. This is great news and a true testament to Baton Rouge when you consider the many cities around the nation this technology titan had … Continue reading New Technology Center Will Bring Jobs to Baton Rouge
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Baton Rouge Benefitting from Young Entrepreneurs
Baton Rouge is currently benefiting from young entrepreneurs. The Louisiana capital city has proven its strength in attracting new business and diversifying its economy. Many new businesses have sprung up in Baton Rouge and the younger generation is making its mark. The Census Bureau has noted large growth in the mid twenties to mid thirties … Continue reading Baton Rouge Benefitting from Young Entrepreneurs
Baton Rouge Photo Contest Revolves Around Zoo
Baton Rouge photo contest revolves around the zoo. BREC’s Baton Rouge zoo photo contest is open to novices and experts alike, not to mention all ages, a great opportunity for anyone who loves taking pictures and loves exotic animals. The contest is on, so dust off your lens and get out to the Baton Rouge … Continue reading Baton Rouge Photo Contest Revolves Around Zoo
Baton Rouge Schools Improve
Baton Rouge schools improve. The results are in and all of the schools districts in the greater Baton Rouge area showed improvement this past year. While there is still plenty of work to be done the news is positive and indicates a great deal of hard work to implement changes and improve education for our … Continue reading Baton Rouge Schools Improve
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Retail Sales Ended 2012 Up in Baton Rouge
Retail sales ended 2012 up in Baton Rouge. The increase in sales tax collections in the East Baton Rouge Parish demonstrates an improving economy as well as positive news for the greater Baton Rouge area. The year ended with spending up just under 7% for the year, a nice improvement compared with a year ago. … Continue reading Retail Sales Ended 2012 Up in Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Holds On to History
Baton Rouge holds on to history. Recently BREC was able to secure funding to break ground on a new visitor center at Magnolia Mound, a plantation that is more than 220 years old and a treasured spot in the Baton Rouge area. The area represents a piece of the past for all to enjoy. Magnolia … Continue reading Baton Rouge Holds On to History
Farr Park Offers Fantastic Equestrian Opportunities in Baton Rouge LA
Farr Park offers fantastic equestrian opportunities in Baton Rouge LA. The Farr Park Equestrian Center is managed by BREC, the recreation and park management commission for the parish of East Baton Rouge. The equestrian facility encompasses 290 acres and offers an indoor riding arena, an outdoor riding arena, a cross country course, more than 250 … Continue reading Farr Park Offers Fantastic Equestrian Opportunities in Baton Rouge LA
Contemporary Art on Display in Baton Rouge LA
Contemporary art is on display in Baton Rouge LA. The Surreal Salon is an exhibit on display at the Baton Rouge Gallery that features pop art from around the US. The exhibit opened on January 2nd and will be open through the 31st. This is a fun, inspiring and unique show for all to enjoy. … Continue reading Contemporary Art on Display in Baton Rouge LA
