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Grief Share Support Group
2026-03-09 - 2026-05-25 | New Life Church in Bastrop, 10091 Peach Orchard Road, Bastrop, LA, 71220, United States
You don’t have to navigate loss alone.
This is a faith-based support group designed to help people navigate the often unpredictable, emotional, and practical challenges following the death of a loved one. This grief share support group is facilitated by Theresa Kennedy.
Beginning March 9th, we will meet on Monday evenings from 6-8 p.m.
We hope to see you there!

Crowville Spring Fling
2026-03-28 10:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Crowville Community Center and Grounds, 157 Football Field Rd, Crowville, LA, 71230
Spring is in the air, and so is the fun—because the Crowville Spring Fling is back!
Get ready for bounce houses, games, arts and crafts, live music, and oh yeah—a PETTING ZOO! That’s right, cuddly critters, tasty treats, and nonstop fun, all waiting for YOU!
Saturday, March 28, from 10 to 4 at the Crowville Community Center.
And the best part? It’s completely FREE! Gates open at 9:45, so grab the family, bring your friends, and let’s fling into spring—see you there!

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

NLC Annual Egg Hunt
2026-03-28 13:00 - 16:00 | New Life Church in Bastrop, 10091 Peach Orchard Road, Bastrop, LA, 71220, United States
Egg Hunt * Face Painting * Snow Cones * and more!
Head over to New Life Church and join in on the fun! There will be Face painting, “Follow the Light” Skit (true meaning of Easter), Snow Cones, pictures with the Easter Bunny, & Egg Hunt. This event is FREE!
Ages: Pre K – 4th grade
We hope to see you there

Point Community Egg Hunt
2026-03-29 14:00 - 16:00 | Point Community Egg Hunt, 348 Guice Road, Downsville, LA, 71234, United States
3rd Annual Point Community Egg Hunt!
Four churches from surrounding areas have partnered with one another to bring a FREE, fun event to the local community. There will be games, a ‘Cool Bean’ food truck with lemonade and coffee, a Ward 5 Firetruck, a local ambulance and a police car for kids to checkout, a bubble booth, an inflatable jumper, face painting, volleyball, and of course an egg hunt!
We can’t wait to see you there!

Easter Eggstravaganza
2026-03-29 15:00 - 17:00 | Lakeshore Baptist Church, 308 Lakeshore Drive, Monroe, LA
Fun for the whole family!
There will be a FREE egg hunt for children in 6th grade and under, a hotdog meal for everyone, and photos with the Easter Bunny!
Come and join in the fun!

Wade Hammond in Concert
2026-03-29 18:00 - 19:00 | New Hope Baptist Church, 339 New Hope Road, Choudrant, LA, 71227, United States
Come join us for a night of worship with Wade Hammond!
This event is FREE, but a Love Offering will be taken.
We hope to see you there!

Judgement House
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-03 | Ouachita Baptist Church, 824 Highway 3033, West Monroe, LA, 71292, United States
Make Your Reservations Today!
This FREE live performance is presented in guided groups every 15 minutes. Attendees will journey through a dramatic portrayal of a family’s story and the impact of their life choices. As part of the experience, participants will walk through scenes representing heaven and hell, bringing the reality of eternal decisions to life in a powerful and thought-provoking way.
Please call 318-387-6372 to make your reservations today!
EVENT DETAILS:
Wednesday, April 1st from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 2nd from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Friday, April 3rd from 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Holy Week Worship Night
2026-04-01 18:00 - 19:00 | Mt Vernon Baptist Church, 215 Mount Vernon Church Rd, West Monroe, LA, 71292, United States
Celebrate Holy Week together!
We invite you to join us at Mt Vernon Baptist Church as we gather to celebrate Holy Week by worshiping. It will be a meaningful evening of worship through song and a devotional message. This special night is for all ages, and everyone is welcome.
We hope to see you there!

The Great Jesus Hunt
2026-04-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Oaks Church, 5800 Frontage Rd., Monroe, LA, 71201, United States
ON THE HUNT FOR JESUS!
We are excited to announce The Great Jesus Hunt! This is a FREE, fun, family-friendly event featuring:
• An interactive crime scene for kids that walks them through the story of the resurrection
• Touch-a-truck experience
• Inflatables and more activities for families

Easter EGGstravaganza
2026-04-04 10:00 - 14:00 | Louisiana Purchase Garden & Zoo, 1405 Bernstein Park Drive, Monroe, LA, 71202
Easter EGGstravaganza at Louisiana Purchase Gardens & Zoo!
This fun event is brought to you by Creed & Creed Injury Attorneys and the Louisiana Purchase Zoological Society. There will be an egg hunt with special prizes, food trucks, shopping, and of course, animals! We can’t wait for you to hop on out to the zoo for lots of fun!!!
EVENT DETAILS:
Adults $12, Kids $7, Seniors 65+ $10, Kids 2 & under get in FREE!
Easter Egg Hunt Times (Tentative):
0-2 year old: 11:00 a.m.
3-5 years old: 11:30 a.m.
6-8 years old: 12:00 p.m.
9-10 years old: 12:30 p.m.
Special needs hunts will be held in a separate area beginning at 11am.

Easter Eggstravaganza
2026-04-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Souls Harbor Pentecostal Church, 113 Slocum Rd, Calhoun, LA, 71225
EGG HUNT * FOOD * PETTING ZOO * AND MORE!
This is a fun, FREE event for the whole family! We will have free food, an egg hunt, a petting zoo, bounce houses, puppets, and games.
We hope to see you there!

Baked Potato Fundraiser
2026-04-14 11:00 - 13:00 | First Methodist Church Winnsboro, 1502 West St, Winnsboro, LA, 71295
ORDER YOUR PLATE TODAY!
The Winnsboro Lions Club is hosting their baked potato fundraiser. The plate includes a loaded baked potato, chili, & dessert.
To Order:
Call 318-435-8770 to order a plate. You can pickup your order at First Methodist Church Winnsboro. Delivery is available for 5 or more orders.

Dixie Diehards
2026-04-17 - 2026-05-09 | LA
DIXIE DIEHARDS BASEBALL LEAGUE . . . VOLUNTEER “BUDDIES” NEEDED
The Dixie Diehards, a baseball league for individuals living with special needs, spring game schedule is now available! They are in need of individuals who are willing to volunteer to help them during their games. The schedule is below and the number of volunteers needed as well.
If you are interested or know a business or youth group who would want to help, please contact Brooke (Executive Director of the Dixie Diehards) at 318.801.2260 or email dixiediehards@gmail.com.

Spring Clean Up
2026-04-18 10:00 | Town of Richwood Multi-Purpose Center, 2710 Martin Luther King Drive, Richwood, LA, 71202
WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!
In connection with Love the Boot week . . . we need your help on Saturday. Email Mrs. Charlotte Rainwater at Charlotte@townofrichwood.com to help or just show up!

Love the Boot Week
2026-04-20 - 2026-04-23 | West Monroe City Hall, 2305 N 7th Street, West Monroe, LA, 71291, United States
Let’s Keep the Boot Clean!
Love the Boot Week events kick off with “Leaders Against Litter” on Monday, April 20 at 10 a.m. at West Monroe City Hall. This event is a public rally where local leaders pledge to support cleanup and beautification efforts in Ouachita Parish. A brief cleanup will take place immediately following the program.
Multiple volunteer cleanups will take place in the City of West Monroe that week. These cleanups include:

Wednesday, April 21 – Commercial Park cleanup at 10 a.m. (meet at West Monroe Recycling Center)
Wednesday, April 22 – Highland Park cleanup at 4 p.m.
Wednesday, April 22 – Riverbend community cleanup at 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, April 23 – Restoration Park cleanup at 9 a.m.

Ouachita Riverfest
2026-04-24 - 2026-04-25 | Antique Alley, 698 Trenton St, West Monroe, LA, 71291
Join the community for Ouachita RiverFest 2026!
This free, family-friendly event features live music, food trucks, artisan vendors, and activities for all ages.
Friday, April 24th, festivities begin at 12 PM and include live entertainment, the Mrs. Roper Romp and parade, carnival rides, and an evening concert by Dwayne Dopsie & the Zydeco Hellraisers.
Saturday’s schedule runs from 10 AM to 9 PM with shopping, a car show, kids zone activities, live music, and more. The weekend wraps up with the popular Rubber Duck Drop at 5 PM on the Ouachita River.
Bring the whole family and enjoy a weekend of fun, food, and community in West Monroe!

Walk A Mile in OUR Shoes
2026-04-25 08:00 - 12:00 | Town of Richwood Multi-Purpose Center, 2710 Martin Luther King Drive, Richwood, LA, 71202
Come out an join us or this 4th annual event!
Support Lupus Awareness and enjoy the community as we run, walk, or ride for this great cause.

Livewell Delta
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00 | Mac’s Fresh Market, 1427 Winnsboro Road, Monroe, LA
COME SPEND THE MORNING WITH US!
FREE CANCER SCREENINGS for breast, colorectal, prostate and skin. Health vendors, food, door prizes and more!
Appointments encouraged, walk-ins welcome!
For more information, call (318) 414-9758 or visit: MARYBIRD.ORG/LIVEWELL

Biker Sunday
2026-04-26 10:30 | Cowboy Church at the OK Corral, 547 Cooney Bonnet Road, Eros, LA, 71238

Spring Ring
2026-04-26 15:00 | Cedar Crest Baptist Church, 3245 Arkansas Rd, West Monroe, LA, United States
Join us for our Free Concert for the Ouachita Ringers at Cedar Crest Baptist Church.

Charity Gayle
2026-04-29 19:00 - 21:30 | North Monroe Baptist Church, 210 Finks Hideaway Road, Monroe, LA, 71203
REJOICE: A Night of Worship w/ special guest, Ryan Kennedy
Join us for an unforgettable night of worship with Charity Gayle, one of the world’s leading worship artists. Celebrated for her anthems like “I Speak Jesus,” “Thank You Jesus for the Blood,” and “I Believe,” sung in churches around the globe, Charity has inspired millions with her music, amassing over half a billion streams worldwide. Charity, Ryan Kennedy, and her team will be leading a night of authentic worship that is not to be missed as they tour the country, leading songs from their newest album, REJOICE, and their breakthrough release, ENDLESS PRAISE.
SCHEDULE (subject to change):
5:00pm – VIP doors open
5:45pm – Early Entry doors open
6:00pm – General Admission doors open
7:00pm – Show begins
GET TICKETS HERE

Red, White, & Blue Airshow
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-03 | Monroe Airport, 5400 Operations Road, Monroe, 71212, United States
Get Your Tickets Today!
This is a three-day aviation experience honoring America’s hero with historic warbirds, military aircraft, and unforgettable aerial performances. Come celebrate America’s 250th anniversary with us!
EVENT DETAILS:
Gates open at 3 PM on May 1st and May 2ndand 11 AM on May 3rd.
Show starts approximately 60-120 minutes after gates open. All activities subject to change based on weather and other factors. Twilight show on May 1st & May 2nd onlyGeneral Admission Adult Tickets / $30
Youth tickets ages 4-16 / $15
Kids 3 and under are FREE
Military & FR tickets / $15 and include Active Duty, Veteran, First Responders. You will be required to show verification with a badge, Veteran ID Card, DD214, etc. Please bring a chair or blanket.

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Hope in the Park
2026-05-03 17:00 - 19:00 | Hope Park, 869 Good Hope Road, West Monroe, LA, 71291, United States
Come enjoy a night of fun!
A FREE community celebration with burgers, jumping inflatables, popcorn, snow cones, music, and prayer over our neighborhoods!
Please call 318-245-0902 for more information. We hope to see you there!

Broaden Horizon "Good Tired" 5K
2026-05-09 08:00 - 12:00 | Forsythe Park, 2300 Sycamore Street, Monroe, LA, 71201, United States
Registration is now open!
Broaden Horizons is partnering with Seventh Square Coffee & Fleet Feet to put on a 5K Fundraiser.
Come walk/run/crawl!

VBS 2026 - Rainforest Falls
2026-06-11 - 2026-06-14 | New Life Church in Bastrop, 10091 Peach Orchard Road, Bastrop, LA, 71220, United States
Get ready to trek into the wild!
Join us at New Life Church for a rainforest adventure through the Psalms with VBS 2026 RAINFOREST FALLS.
Your kids will explore the nature of God, discover His incredible creation, and grow closer to their loving Creator through high-energy games, catchy music, and hands-on discovery.
Ages: Kindergarten through Sixth grade are welcome!
More Details:
June 11th, Thursday: 6pm – 8:30pm
June 12th, Friday: 6pm -8:30pm
June 13th, Saturday: 8:30am – 11:30am
June 14th, Sunday: 10am – 12pm
Don’t let them miss the jungle fun!
