Istrouma Journal

POLITICS WITH A PUNCH — A Fun Night at Dearman’s coming up Thursday, June 11 — A humorous look at politics in the Capital City and Louisiana. Featuring Woody Jenkins, Jay Dardenne, Roy Fletcher, Jeff Crouere, Rep. Kathy Edmonston, former Metro Councilman Darrell Glasper, and comedian Tee Ray Bergeron. Doors open at 6 p.m. and the show starts at 7 p.m. Discount if you register online, or you’re welcome to show up at the door! Buy tickets online by clicking here: https://www.crouere.net/politics-with-a-punch.
For information, call 504-669-6076.

LEARN ABOUT BRAF-PROPOSED CHANGES TO CITY PARK, BROOKS PARK, AND CITY PARK GOLF COURSE — The Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge Parish invites you to learn more about plans for the City Park area at the Chamber EBR meeting at 12 noon on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Speakers will include:
• Architect Coleman Brown
• Peter Davis and Stan Spring of Friends of City Park
• Brittany Marshall of the Old South Baton Rouge Development Group

The meeting will be held at Café Americain, 7521 Jefferson Highway, Baton Rouge. Lunch is $25 payable to the restaurant. Lunch is complimentary for working media.

The Chamber of Commerce of East Baton Rouge Parish is dedicated to the free enterprise system, limited government, limited taxation, safe streets and neighborhoods, and traditional family values.

Chamber EBR chairman is Cecil Cavanaugh, and president is Woody Jenkins. For further information, send a message to [email protected]

Attached for publication is a flyer with information on the Louisiana Master Gardeners' presentation, Plant Propagation for the Home Gardener, taking place on Saturday, May 16, from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. at Burden Museum and Gardens in Baton Rouge. The event is free and open to the public, but registration is required. Registrants may scan the QR code on the flyer to register, or by using the link, https://ebrmg.wildapricot.org/event-6683068

Free Community Yard Sale at Bethany Church - All Are Welcome Residents of the City of Central and surrounding communities are invited to a FREE Community Yard Sale hosted by Bethany Church on Saturday, May 23 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM. This community-focused event is designed to serve local families by providing essential items at no cost. No registration is required. Attendees are encouraged to just show up and take what they need-everything is completely free and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Items available include (but are not limited to): Clothing • Toys Furniture • Shoes • Tools • Home Decor • Kitchen Appliances

Everything must go! In addition to free items, complimentary food will be provided, creating a welcoming environment for individuals and families. "This event is about meeting needs and showing love to our community in a practical way," organizers shared. "We encourage everyone to come out and bring a friend." The event will take place at: Bethany Church 13855 Plank Rd Baker, LA 70714

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Event: Free Yard Sale Join us for a Free Yard Sale on May 23rd from 9 AM to 12 PM at our Baker Campus. We're serving our community by hosting a Free Yard Sale to support and uplift individuals and families in our community. Take what you need, share with a friend.