| Upcoming @ Hodges Gardens State Park Mansfield State Historic Site Rebel State Historic Site | ||
| PLEASE NOTE: While we strive for accuracy in this calendar, your use of it is conditioned upon it being here for informational purposes and us not assuming any liability for any eooros in the calendar. You accept the calendar "as is" if you use it. -Thank you. | ||
| Sundays | Natchitoches | Live Entertainment, The Landing Restaurant, 530 Front Street, 11a.m.-2p.m. Enjoy the sounds of the Lukejazz Duo. (318) 352-1579 |
| Mondays | Zwolle | Bingo at St. Joseph's Catholic Hall on W. Hammond St. Early game starts at 6 p.m. Regular game starts at 7:00 p.m. (318) 645-6098 |
| Tuesdays | Toledo Bend | Bingo at D.A.V. building on Hwy. 191 . Early game starts at 6:30 p.m. Regular game starts at 7:00 p.m. (318) 256-6057 |
| Wednesdays | Zwolle | Bingo at Zwolle V.F.W. building on Hwy. 171 north. Early game starts at 6:30pm. Regular game starts at 7:00pm. 318/645-9716 |
| Wednesdays | Natchitoches | Live Entertainment, The Landing Restaurant, 530 Front Street, 7-10pm. Music provided by Steve Wells and Friends. 318/352-1579 |
| Thursdays | Toledo Bend | Coffee Club, Sabine Council on Aging Toledo Center, Hwy 191 - 1/2 mile north of Toledo Town, 10 - 11 a.m. (318) 256-0059. |
| Thursdays | Natchitoches | Live Entertainment, The Pioneer Restaurant & Pub, 812 Washington St, 9 p.m.-12 a.m. Music provided by Hardrick Rivers (318) 352-4884 |
| Fridays | Hemphill, TX | Bingo ax Hemphill V.F.W. building on Hwy. 184 West. Early game starts at 6:30pm. Regular game starts at 7:00pm. (409) 787-39l3 |
| Saturdays | Broaddus, TX | East Texas Jamboree "Branson in Broaddus Catfish Junction Theatre. Hwy 147 Broaddus, TX, Matinee 1:00pm, Showtime - 8pm. Admission; Adults - $8, Children $4, Group Rates ( 10 or more) Meal & show for $15, Ron Perrier 930/635-1686 |
| Saturdays | Anacoco | Bald Eagle's Nest Hike, South Toledo Bend State Park, 888/398-4770 or 337/286-9075 |
| Saturdays | Natchitoches | Natchitoches only Farmer's Market, downtown, 8am-12pm. 318/352-3823 |
| Every Day | Florien | Hodges Gardens State Park, over 700 acres of wild & cultivated beauty. Located 14 miles south of Many on Hwy. 171. $5.00 - adults. $4.00- seniors, FREE for children 3 yrs & under. (800) 354-3523 or (318) 586-4020 |
| Every Day | Marthaville | The Listening Library, Rebel State Historic Site, 9am-5pm. (888) 677-3600 or (318) 472-6255 locally. (a collection of book, films, and musical recordings that tell the story of Country music. Visitors can listen to country recordings and access information about the roots of country music from Rebel's Listening Library. Also, any donations to our collection are gladly welcomed.) |
| Every Day | Marthaville | Musical Petting Zoo, Rebel State Historic Site, 9am -5pm. 888-677-3600 or 318-472-6255 locally. |
| Feb 1-29 | Marthaville | 12th Annual Quilt Display, Rebel State Historic Site, 9am -5pm. 888-677-3600 or 318-472-6255 locally. |
| Feb 1-29 | Natchitoches | Notables in Time, Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site, 9am-5pm. 888/677-7853 or 318/357-3101 |
| Feb 2 | Toledo Bend | Lake Association Meeting, San Miguel Park Enclosed Pavilion, 381 San Miguel Rd., 7pm. 318/256-0967 |
| Feb. 4 | Logansport | Krewe of Aquarius Parade, 6pm. 318-697-4303 |
| Feb. 4 | Mansfield | 8th Texas Cavalry Encampment, Mansfield State Historic Site, 10am-4pm. 888-677-6267 or 318-872-1474 |
| Feb 10 | Noble | Hot Wells Volunteer Fire Department, 3840 Wrights Landing Road, Monthly meetings and Bingo, 6:30pm. Please bring a gift and potluck dish and come enjoy the fun.Contact Sonia E. Bergeron, Secretary/Treasurer at 318-567-9199. |
| Feb 11 | Many | Open Hearth Cooking Demonstration, Fort Jesup State Historic Site, 10am-3pm. 888-677-5378 or 318-256-4117 |
| Feb 11 | Shreveport | Krewe of Centaur Parade, Shreveport Riverfront, 4:30pm. 318/929-1159 www.kreweofcentaur.org |
| Feb 14 | Toledo Bend | Wildflower Club meeting, 10am. Linda Boren 318-256-3451 |
| Feb 18 | Anacoco | Batting at South Toledo Bend, South Toledo Bend State Park, 1pm. 888-398-4770 or 337-286-9075 |
| Feb 18 | Mansfield | Lost and Found, Mansfield State Historic Site, 3pm. 888-677-6267 or 318-872-1474 |
| Feb 18 | Natchitoches | Krewe of Wag-uns Parade, Historic District, 2pm. Arlene Mayeaux 318-352-5834 or Lanie Adkins 318-352-6894. |
| Feb 18 | Natchitoches | Krewe of Dionysus Mardi Gras Parade, Historic District, 5:30pm. Free Admission. 800/259-1714 |
| Feb 18 | Shreveport | Krewe of Gemini Parade, Shreveport Riverfront, 4pm. 318/429-0568 www.kreweofgemini.com |
| Feb 18-23 | Florien | Camelia Walk, Hodges Gardens State Park, 10 am. 800-354-3523 or 318-586-4020 |
| Feb 19 | Alexandria | AMGA 19th Annual Krewe Parade, Texas Ave to Alexandria Mall, 2pm. 318-473-9501 www.alexmardigras.com |
| Feb 19 | Shreveport | Krewe of Highland Mardi Gras Parade, 2pm. 318/560-7171 www.kreweofhighland.org |
| Feb 24 | Many | Ark-La Music Show - A Tribute to Legends, Sabine Theater, 7:30pm. Rodney Hopkins 318-256-5735 |
| Feb 25 | Anacoco | Scavenger Hunt, South Toledo Bend State Park, 10am. 888-398-4770 or 337-286-9075 |
| Feb 25 | Florien | Winter Nature Walk, Hodges Gardens State Park, 10am. 800/354-3523 or 318/586-4020 locally. |
| Feb 25 | Many | Woven Basket Making, Fort Jesup State Historic Site, 10am. 888-677-5378 or 318-256-4117 |
| Feb 25 | Toledo Bend |
Tournament: Bass N Bucks, Cypress Bend Park, David Concienne 409-727-8941 or Susie Anthony 800/259-5253. |
Upcoming @ Hodges Gardens State Park |
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| Feb 18, 23, 25 | Camellia Walks 10AM - The camellia walks showcase all of the beautiful camellia trees that arch the walkways through the main garden. | |
| Mar 3 - 10 | Wild Azalea Hike daily - 10AM - The Wild Azalea Hiking Trail flourishes in March and early April. The Flowering Dogwoods and Fringe Trees intertwine with the azaleas. | |
| Mar 3 | Spring Volunteer Days - 8:00 AM - Bring your gloves and your passion and pick your favorite area to help. Whether it’s in one of the gardens or on the trails, there are plenty of choices and chores to be done. All help is greatly appreciated to help us prepare for a new season. This is a great opportunity for scouts, schools and service organizations to earn community service credits or for garden lovers to help maintain the quality of the gardens. | |
| Mar 3 | Stargazing - 9:00 PM - Meet Park Ranger Barbara Savell at the Red Barn for a night of gazing at the stars. With the New Moon, this location offers darkness that is ideal for using the large Orion telescope. | |
| Mar 10 | Moonlight Garden Tour - 9:00 PM - Meet us at the gift shop for a tour of the gardens by the light of the full moon. | |
| Mar 12 - 16 | Wild Azalea Hike daily - 10AM - The Wild Azalea Hiking Trail flourishes in March and early April. The Flowering Dogwoods and Fringe Trees intertwine with the azaleas. | |
| Mar 17 | Painting in the Park - 9AM-12PM and 1PM-4PM -
(Other dates and times are available upon request!)
Join Lori Hopkins for this new program designed to inspire. You will be shown step-by-step how to paint a picture. The gardens will be inspirational with their beauty and color. There are different locations that can capture the tranquility of the gardens but Look-Out-Tower is the prime spot for garden atmosphere. With or without artistic ability, you will paint your own masterpiece! Limited painting supplies will be available (such as colors). (Feel free to bring your own paint and materials if desired) Easels, canvases, paint brushes, and paints will be provided. |
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| Mar 19 - 24 | Wild Azalea Hike daily - 10AM - The Wild Azalea Hiking Trail flourishes in March and early April. The Flowering Dogwoods and Fringe Trees intertwine with the azaleas. | |
| Mar 24 | Star Party 6PM -12AM - Hosted by the Baton Rouge Astronomical Society, the Star Party has become an annual event that brings hundreds to the park to view the night sky through powerful telescopes. The group moved their annual party to Hodges in 2009. They are inviting the public to join them on Saturday night, March 24th. We will meet at the greenhouse parking lot at 6PM. Participants should wear comfortable shoes for the half mile hike to the viewing field. Only flashlights with red beams are allowed, no white lights, especially from cell phones. This is a fun family event! | |
| Mar 26 - 30 | Camellia Walk - 10AM and Edible Flowers - 1PM daily - In the mornings, walk the main gardens and admire the camellias that are over 50 years old and/or join us in the afternoon for an Edible Flower Tour (Herb Garden). Learn to spice up your salads and entrees with color and zest! | |
| Mar 31 | Spring Fling Festival 10AM-4PM - The fun-filled day among the dogwoods and azaleas will begin with a 5K run and the "Loop Run", for those brave enough to attempt the 5-mile loop around the park. Louisiana artists will showcase their works throughout the gardens and provide guests with an opportunity to view and purchase fine art, as well as to meet and talk to the artists. Custom and antique cars also will be on display and the audience will have the opportunity to vote for their favorite car. Vendors will be set up to provide food and refreshments and live music will fill the gardens. | |
| Apr 2 - 6 | Wild Azalea Hike 10AM daily - The Wild Azalea Hiking Trail flourishes in March and early April. The Flowering Dogwoods and Fringe Trees intertwine with the azaleas. | |
| Apr 7 | Herb Garden Planting - 9:30AM - Learn what to plant for your herb garden. Find out which herbs have the most versatility and flavor. | |
| Apr 7 | Easter Activities - 1PM - An afternoon of family fun! The annual Duck Races at the high waterfall kick off the activities. The plastic ducks start at the top of the waterfall and make their way down the stream to the finish line. Bring your Easter Basket for the egg hunt. The Easter Bunny will be making a special appearance again this year! | |
| Apr 8 | Sunrise Easter Service - 6AM - This is the ultimate Easter Sunrise Service presented by the Centenary College Choir and joined by surrounding church and community choirs. As the sun peaks over the lake, the angelic sounds of the choir fill the park. The gates will close promptly at 5:45AM so that the service is not interrupted. Please arrive early! | |
| Apr 14 | Painting in the Park - 9AM-12PM and 1PM-4PM - Join Lori Hopkins for step-by-step painting. This is a new program designed to inspire. The gardens will be inspirational with their beauty and color. There are different locations that can capture the tranquility of the gardens but Look-Out-Tower is the prime spot for garden atmosphere. With or without artistic ability, you will paint your own masterpiece! Limited painting supplies will be available (such as colors). (Feel free to bring your own paint and materials if desired) Easels, canvases, paint brushes, and paints will be provided. | |
| Apr 17 | Vintage Chevrolet Club - 10AM - We are proud to welcome the Vintage Chevrolet Club. These cars have been restored and their owners are proud to show them off. They are going to be in the park between 10AM and Noon. Come visit with the owners and enjoy the gardens. | |
| Apr 21 | Stargazing - 10PM - Meet Park Ranger Barbara Savell at the Red Barn for a night of gazing at the stars. With the new moon, this location offers darkness that is ideal for using the large Orion telescope. | |
| Apr 21 - 22 | Kite Flying - 1PM - Bring your kite and join us at the airstrip to celebrate National Kite Month! We’ll fill the sky with color. | |
| Apr 16 - 20 | 10AM - Daily Garden Tours | |
| Apr 23 - 27 | 10AM - Come stroll with us through the 50 year old gardens and learn about its rich history. April is one of the best months to visit as the Spring colors light up the "Garden in the Forest". | |
Upcoming @ Mansfield State Historic SiteCall for more info on any of these events: (318) 872-1474 or (888) 677-6267 |
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| Feb 18 | Children’s Games of the Civil War: Presentation at 2 p.m. Come out and see the various games and toys played by children of the mid-19th century. | |
| Feb 25 | 8th Texas Cavalry Encampment: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. A period Civil War cavalry encampment, complete with authentically uniformed soldiers and their horses will be featured | |
| Mar 3 | Nature’s Helping Hand: Presentation at 2 p.m. Explore how the natural environment was used by soldiers and civilians alike during the trying times of the Civil War. | |
| Mar 17 | Children’s Games of the Civil War: Presentation at 2 p.m. Come out and see the various games and toys played by children of the mid-19th century. | |
Upcoming @ Rebel State Historic SiteCall for more info on any of these events: (318) 472-6255 or (888) 677-3600 |
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| Feb 1-29, 2012 | The 12th Annual Quilt Display - , 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | |
| Feb 25, 2012 | The 12th Annual Quilting Demonstration Day - at 10 a.m. - noon | |
| Mar 10, 2012 | Ringtail Classic Bench Show and Coon Hunt - at 5 p.m. | |
| Apr 8, 2012 | Easter Sonrise Service - beginning at 6:30 a.m. | |
| Apr 28, 2012 | Civil War Dance and Concert - beginning at 6 p.m. | |
| May 12, 2012 | Classic Car / Tractor / Motorcycle Show - beginning at 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. | |
| May 28, 2012 | Memorial Day Ceremony - beginning at 2:00 p.m. - 3 p.m. | |
| June 2, 2012 | Rebel SHS Harmonica Contest -beginning at 7:00 p.m. | |
| June 23, 24, 2012 | Amateur Radio Field Day - beginning at 2 p.m. | |