WEDNESDAY, MAY 14, 2025

LOUISIANA LEGISLATORS & STAFF RECEPTION

Pentagon Barracks

Baton Rouge, LA

5:30-7:30 PM (or based on adjournment)

Food and drinks will be provided. Please come and go as you are available. Hosted by the Council Of State Governments Southern Office and the hosts of The 79th Southern Legislative Conference (SLC) in Birmingham, AL.

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THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2025

SALUTE TO COMMUNITY HEROES BREAKFAST

Margaritaville Resort Casino

777 Margaritaville Way

Bossier City, LA 71111

8:00 AM

Doors open at 7:30 AM

Presented by Willis Knighton Health. Keynote speaker is Justice McCallum, Louisiana Supreme Court. This event recognizes individuals from multiple sectors, including manufacturing, healthcare, technology, first responders, military and educators, who have gone above and beyond the call of duty.

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THURSDAY, MAY 15, 2025

50+ NSU REUNION LUNCHEON

Northwestern Student Union

Lucile M. Hendrick Room (1st Floor)

Natchitoches, LA  71457

12:00-2:00 PM

Celebration for NSU alumni who graduated 50 years ago or more. Ticketed event. (I am attending with Robert.)

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​THURSDAY-SATURDAY, MAY 16-18, 2025

TOLEDO BEND BIG BASS SPLASH

Cypress Bend Park

3462 Cypress Bend Dr.

Many, LA  71449

6:00 AM on May 16 until 2:00 PM on Many 18.

$550,000 guaranteed in cash and prizes. $250,950 in hourly payouts with 15 places paid each hour of the day.

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SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025

LSMSA COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES

Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts

715 University Parkway

Natchitoches, LA 71457

2:00 PM

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SATURDAY, MAY 17, 2025

3RD ANNUAL CITY OF LIGHTS CRAWFISH COOK-OFF

Natchitoches Fairgrounds

450 Fairgrounds Rd.

Natchitoches, LA  71457

11:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Hosted by the Natchitoches Parish Fair & Rodeo

Contact Lynn (318) 332-0419

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SAVE THE DATE:

TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2025

WEST BATON ROUGE PARISH DAY

Louisiana State Capitol

900 N. Third St. 

Baton Rouge, LA

Details to be announced. 

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TUESDAY, MAY 20, 2025

LEGISLATIVE AVIATION RECEPTION

Pentagon Barracks Courtyard

Baton Rouge, LA

Immediately following adjournment.

Hosted by Louisiana Airport Managers and Associates (LAMA).

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WEDNESDAY, MAY 21, 2025

TOAST FOR THE COAST

Sidecar Patio & Oyster Bar

1114 Constance St.

New Orleans, LA  70130

7:00-9:00 PM

Live music by Dave Jordan, Oysters by La Belle Oysters, Vodka cocktails by Half Shell Oyster, Local cuisine from Sidecar Patio & Oyster Bar. Tickets are $50 and include 2 drink tickets, food, and evening events. 

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THURSDAY, MAY 22, 2025

ALLEGIANT NASHVILLE NON-STOP FLIGHTS LAUNCH

Shreveport Regional Airport

5103 Hollywood Ave.

Shreveport, LA  71109

9:45-10:45 AM

Pre-security waiting area, Second Level

Proceed through standard TSA screening to Gate 7.

Flight arrives at 10:30 AM; Nashville-themed refreshments served.

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SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2025

SIP & STROLL SPRING FLING

B Well Nutrition

226 Depot St. 

Robeline, LA  71469

8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Vendors Market, Contact Nicole Birdwell (318) 426-3063

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SATURDAY, MAY 24, 2025

RELAX ON THE RIVER

Oakland Plantation

4380 Hwy. 119

Natchez, LA  71456

9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Historic Games and Park Exploration. Hosted by the Cane River Creole National Historic Park and Cane River National Heritage Area.

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​TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2025

LOUISIANA COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS BREAKFAST

Louisiana Primary Care Association (LPCA)

“Breakfast with Legislators”

Capitol Park Museum

660 N. 4th St.

Baton Rouge, LA  70802

8:00 AM

In celebration of LPCA’s Community Health Center Legislative Day

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THURSDAY, JUNE 5, 2025

ARTPORT OPENING NIGHT EVENT

Shreveport Regional Airport

5103 Hollywood Ave.

Shreveport, LA  71109

5:30-9:30 PM

The nation's largest rotating art show at an airport, which is back after a 10-year hiatus. The event is Free, open to the public. Historically more than 1,000 people attend the open night events. More than 80 pieces of art, including canvas paintings, sculptures, murals, and digital art from local and regional artists will be on display on both levels of the airport. Live entertainment will be provided by Windstorm. Food and drinks will be available. 

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MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2025

LSMSA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING

Board Room

High School Building

715 University Pkwy.

Natchitoches, LA  71457

1:00 PM

(Senator Seabaugh confirmed this addition to his calendar on 10/1/24)

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SATURDAY, JUNE 21, 2025

JUNETEENTH FREEDOM DAY PARADE & FESTIVAL

Festival Square (across from City Hall)

965 E. San Antonio Ave.

Many, LA  71449

5:00 PM - Parade

6:00 - 9:00 PM - Festival

Food, Music, Dance

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THURSDAY-SATURDAY, JUNE 26-28, 2025

LOUISIANA SPORTS HALL OF FAME INDUCTION WEEKEND

LA Sports Hall of Fame Museum

800 Front St.

Natchitoches, LA  71457

June 26 - 5:00-7:00 PM Welcome Reception

June 27 - 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM Celebrity Bowling Bash (Alexandria)

June 27 - 6:00-10:30 PM Rockin' River Fest (Riverbank)

June 27 - 7:00-10:00 PM VIP Taste of Tailgating (Riverbank)

June 28 - 9:00-11:00 AM LSHOF Junior Training Camp

June 28 - 12:00-1:30 PM Round Table Luncheon (Riverside Reserve Venue)

June 28 - 5:00-6:45 PM Reception (Sports Museum)

June 28 - 7:00 PM Induction Ceremony (Events Center)

Tickets and information available for each event at https://e.givesmart.com/events/Flw/

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SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2025

3RD ANNUAL ZYDECO FOOD TRUCK FESTIVAL

Natchitoches Fairgrounds

Fairground Rd.

Natchitoches, LA  71457

12:00 PM - 12:00 AM

Well-known and local Zydeco musicians and bands with food trucks from across the sate, children's activities, arts, crafts, more. 

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