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SUMMARY:Piney Hills Prescribed Burn Assoc. Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:If you own land\, love to hunt\, or just care about keeping our woods healthy\, here’s something you’ll want to check out.\nThe Piney Hills Prescribed Burn Association is holding its 6th Annual Membership Meeting Monday\, August 25th\, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office in Ruston. \nCome learn how neighbors are helping neighbors use prescribed fire to improve wildlife habitat\, strengthen forests\, and reduce wildfire risk. \nEveryone’s welcome! Membership is just $25 a year\, so bring exact cash or a check. \nWe’ll see you August 25th in Ruston!
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/piney-hills/
LOCATION:Lincoln Parish Sheriff’s Office\, 161 Road Camp Rd\, Ruston\, LA\, 71270
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Feature Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260822T100000
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SUMMARY:Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Free Block Party Fun for the Whole Family!\nThere will be free hamburgers\, hot dogs\, snow cones\, popcorn\, ice cream\, fresh cooked pork skins. There will also be blow up games like bouncers\, water slides and all kinds of games. \nEveryone is invited! We hope to see you there!
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/block-party/
LOCATION:Ouachita Baptist Church
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T100000
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UID:15529-1786788000-1786802400@887thecross.com
SUMMARY:Back 2 School Bonanza School Supply Giveaway
DESCRIPTION:Get Ready for the School Year at the Back 2 School Bonanza School Supply Giveaway!\nThis community event is designed to help prepare children for a successful school year by providing FREE school supplies (while supplies last)\, along with\, food\, prizes\, community resources\, and family-friendly activities. We are proud to partner with Omega Psi Phi Fraternity\, Inc. – Mu Tau Chapter and the Renaissance Movement Committee\, along with several outstanding sponsors and community partners who share our commitment to investing in the future of our youth. We encourage you to bring your family and friends! \nWe look forward to seeing you Saturday!
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/back-2-school-bonanza-school-supply-giveaway/
LOCATION:Macedonia Baptist Church Family Life Center\, 2600 Washington Street\, Monroe\, LA\, 71201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Back to School,Church Event,Community Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260809T180000
DTSTAMP:20260713T174741Z
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UID:15153-1786291200-1786298400@887thecross.com
SUMMARY:Marriage Night 2026
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open!\nWe’re excited to welcome special guest Ted Cunningham\, a nationally known pastor\, author\, and comedian. Ted brings practical biblical wisdom\, real-life encouragement\, and plenty of laughter to help couples grow closer to each other and closer to God. \nWhether you’ve been married six days or sixty years\, Marriage Night is an opportunity to invest in one of the most important relationships in your life. Come enjoy an evening designed to encourage\, equip\, and strengthen your marriage while having a great time together! \nThe health of your marriage impacts the health of your family\, and this is one investment you’ll be glad you made. Doors open at 3:30 and the event begins at 4:00 in the Worship Center. The entrance for Marriage Night will be our Lobby doors located on 3rd Street or 4th Street. \nTo register\, click the link provided under the website description.
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/marriage-night-2026/
LOCATION:First West – West Monroe Campus\, 500 Pine Street\, West Monroe\, LA\, 71291
CATEGORIES:Church Event,Feature Event,Marriage Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T200000
DTSTAMP:20260730T211542Z
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UID:15189-1786208400-1786219200@887thecross.com
SUMMARY:BE BOLD RALLY 2026
DESCRIPTION:Don’t just send your youth back to school – send them back BOLD!\nWe want them armed with UNSTOPPABLE FAITH.\nThis event is for all kids in the community and surrounding areas! Let’s make this school year legendary! \nNLC’s annual community-wide BE BOLD RALLY 2026 is back\, and we want you there! Going back to school can feel daunting\, but our youth don’t have to just fit in. We are gathering to empower tweens and teens to STAND UP\, STAND OUT\, and BE BOLD for JESUS! Let’s come together as a community to surround our next generation with support\, energy\, and prayer. \nHere’s what to expect: Ice Breakers / Games High energy worship Inspiring\, faith building message A chance to connect and make new friends before school starts. Bring your friends\, your youth groups\, and your neighbors. Let’s make this school year legendary! \nNo registration required.
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/be-bold-rally-2026/
LOCATION:New Life Church in Bastrop\, 10091 Peach Orchard Road\, Bastrop\, LA\, 71220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Youth Event
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SUMMARY:Consumed Back to School Bash
DESCRIPTION:Free Back-to-School Fun for the Whole Family!\nBonne Idee’s Assembly of God’s Young Adult Group is hosting a Consumed Back to School Bash for the students in the Morehouse Parish area. This is a free event and open to the public. Students will receive a free backpack with school supplies. There will be free food\, live music\, prize drawings\, and entertainment for students and parents. \nWe hope to see you there!
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/consumed-back-to-school-bash/
LOCATION:Morehouse Activity Center\, 9555 Marlatt St.\, Bastrop\, LA\, 71220
CATEGORIES:Back to School,Church Event,Community Event,Family Event
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SUMMARY:Back To School Bash hosted by CONSUMED Young Adults
DESCRIPTION:Join us in serving our local community with purpose!\nBonne Idee Assembly’s Young Adult Group\, CONSUMED\, will host a Back-to-School Bash for K-12 students throughout the Mer Rouge and Morehouse area. Students will have the opportunity to receive school supplies\, food\, and an interactive field day-all at no cost to them. Additionally\, students will be entered into a drawing to win prizes like bicycles and gift cards! \nWe anticipate nearly 500 students and their families will attend. This event aims to equip local children with school supplies for the upcoming school year and provide families with a relaxing afternoon of fellowship. The event is open to the public\, free\, and does not require registration. \nIf you’d like to contribute supplies to this great event\, please reach out to Leeann Robinson or Kaleb McLarrin at consumednxtgen@yahoo.com.
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/back-to-school-bash-hosted-by-consumed-young-adults/
LOCATION:Morehouse Activity Center\, 9555 Marlatt St.\, Bastrop\, LA\, 71220
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Family Event,Local Ministry
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260808T140000
DTSTAMP:20260727T161224Z
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UID:15249-1786183200-1786197600@887thecross.com
SUMMARY:Back to School Bash
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for a day of family fun at the Town of Richwood Back to School Bash!\nJoin the community for a free event featuring a backpack and school supply giveaway\, waterslides\, games\, prizes\, music\, vendors\, and more. \nBe sure to check out the Dunk-the-Mayor Scholarship Fundraiser\, where all proceeds will benefit the Town of Richwood’s “Dollars for Scholars” scholarship fund. Bring the whole family and help kick off the new school year with a day of fun and community fellowship.
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/back-to-school-bash/
LOCATION:Richwood Park\, 2917 Robinson Road\, Richwood\, LA\, 71202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Back to School,Community Event,Family Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T220000
DTSTAMP:20260729T014400Z
CREATED:20260706T170307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T014400Z
UID:15064-1786125600-1786140000@887thecross.com
SUMMARY:Duck Commander Drive-In Movie Night
DESCRIPTION:GET YOUR TICKETS (FREE)!\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Duck Commander for a family-friendly Drive-In Movie Night featuring The Blind on a giant outdoor screen!  Enjoy the movie from the comfort of your vehicle by tuning your car radio to the event audio or bring a lawn chair and watch under the stars. General Admission (Bring Your Own Lawn Chair) is FREE! Additional ticket options are available for purchase\, see more details below. To reserve your spot\, click the registration link provided under the website description. \nReservations are suggested as we believe this event will fill up quickly! \nRESERVE YOUR FREE TICKETS HERE\n\n\nSchedule: \n6:00 PM – Gates open & family activities begin \n6:00–8:00 PM – Explore the Duck Commander Store & Museum\, enjoy games\, food\, and activities \n7:00 – Pre-paid vehicles must be parked \n8:15 PM – The Blind begins at sunset \nBefore the movie\, enjoy: \n\nYard games\nDebbie’s Snowballs & Hogman Craft BBQ Truck\nShopping at the Duck Commander Store\nExplore the Duck Commander Museum\n\nAdmission Options: \nFREE – Lawn Chair Seating \nBring your own lawn chair or blanket. \nGeneral Admission Reserved Ticket Parking – $10 per vehicle – GOING FAST! \nReserve a parking space and watch from your vehicle. Must be parked by 7 PM. \nVIP Front Row Parking – $20 per vehicle SOLD OUT! \n\nReserved front row\, includes one popcorn and one drink.\nMust be parked by 7 PM.\n*Limited to only 10 front-row parking spots.\n\nVIP Picnic Table – $25 SOLD OUT! \n\nReserved picnic table seating (can hold up to 6 people).\nIncludes two large comfy chairs\, a bucket of popcorn\, and two drinks.\n*Limited to only 5 VIP picnic tables.\n\nCome hungry! We’ll have Hogman Craft BBQ Truck\, Debbie’s Snowballs\, and Concessions Available!
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/duck-commander-drive-in-movie-night/
LOCATION:Duck Commander\, 117 Kings Lane\, West Monroe\, 71292\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Event,Feature Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260807T130000
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UID:15377-1786100400-1786107600@887thecross.com
SUMMARY:Back to School Block Party
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Back-to-School Block Party 2026! \n\n\n2026 marks the 10th annual year of this wonderful event\, which provides health education resources and no-cost school supplies to our local students and their families. Last year’s block party was an incredible time\, welcoming over 500+ individuals in attendance featuring an out-of-this-world space theme!  This year\, we are looking to do it again with sunshine\, refreshing treats\, school supplies and plenty of family fun as we celebrate health\, wellness and success in the classroom. \nSponsorships\, vendor spaces\, volunteer opportunities\, and event t-shirts are now available. To learn more or get involved\, click the event link under the website description.
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/back-to-school-block-party/
LOCATION:Delhi Civic Center\, 231 Denver Street\, Delhi\, LA\, 71232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Back to School,Community Event,Education,Family Event,Feature Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260721T172959Z
CREATED:20260721T172959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260721T172959Z
UID:15237-1785283200-1785542399@887thecross.com
SUMMARY:VBS (evening) | Monroe
DESCRIPTION:Vacation Bible School will be held Wednesday\, July 29 through Friday\, July 31\, 2026\, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM \nChildren\, families\, and adults are invited to VBS at Lone Wa Worship Center! Join us for three evenings of Bible lessons\, worship\, games\, food\, and fun as we grow together in God’s Word. VBS is open to ages 4 through adult\, so bring the whole family—everyone is welcome! \n We hope you’ll make plans to join us!
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/vbs-evening-monroe/
LOCATION:Lone Wa Worship Center\, 3027 Breard Street\, Monroe\, LA\, 71203
CATEGORIES:Church Event,Family Event,Vacation Bible School
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260707
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260801
DTSTAMP:20260730T135732Z
CREATED:20260708T192000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T135732Z
UID:15115-1783382400-1785542399@887thecross.com
SUMMARY:School Supply Drive
DESCRIPTION:This drive begins Thursday\, July 7th\, 2026 and will conclude Friday\, July 31st\, 2026. You can drop off anytime between 8:00 am and 5:30 pm.\n\nLet’s come together to support local students and help them start the school year strong!\n\nWE ARE COLLECTING:\n* BACK PACKS\n* NOTEBOOKS\n* PENCILS AND PENS\n* CRAYONS AND MARKERS\n* FOLDERS\n* GLUE AND SCISSORS\n* AND MORE
URL:https://887thecross.com/event/school-supply-drive/
LOCATION:Revival Truck and Equipment Services\, 161 Sterling Avenue\, West Monroe\, 71292\, United States
CATEGORIES:Back to School
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