Denham Springs, Walker, Watson, & YOU!

I started this newsletter because I wanted to know what was going on around town. Turns out a lot of you did too.

After 40-some issues, I know more about this place than I did in my first 13 years living here.

The guy behind Duke’s is one of the best oyster shuckers in the world. A priest used to ride into town once a month on a railroad chapel car. The chili cook-off is put on by Main Street volunteers. And heck, there’s actually a spring still here! Who woulda thunk?

There’s a lot going on around here if you know where to look.

So thank you to every business owner, church, library staffer, and volunteer who puts this stuff on. And thank you for reading and coming on this journey with me.

Tues 10/20, starts at 6pm

The Fallen Riders Foundation is collecting new, unwrapped toys for its Nite of Angels toy drive. There’s a bike show, face painting, and door prizes, and you get a free appetizer card for bringing a toy. Bike or no bike, everyone’s welcome.

Thurs 10/22, 6-7pm

Make the worst Halloween craft you can. The library brings the supplies, and the ugliest creation wins the Worst Artist Trophy. Ages 5-18.

Sat 10/24, 3-5pm

Every business in the shopping center on Hwy 16 is decorating and handing out candy, including Extreme Nutrition, T-Mobile, and Marble Slab. Free, and costumes encouraged.

Sat 10/24, 4-6pm

The ATA Lopez Foundation’s second annual trunk or treat. It’s free and set up to be sensory-friendly for kids and families of all abilities. Costumes encouraged.

Sat 10/24, 4:30-8:30pm

Marché in the Park’s Halloween market has trick-or-treating for the kids, 60+ vendors, food trucks, a petting zoo, face painting, and balloon rides.

Sun 10/25, 6-8pm

The 11th annual, with decorated trunks and tents, a kids’ costume contest, and a best trunk contest. Trick-or-treating is for ages 17 and under.

Wednesdays at 6:30pm

Line Dancing every Wednesday night starting at 6:30 pm in the Crown Room.

Multiple Events

I hate to group all these great events together like this, but there are too many to list out separately! They have a book club event almost every day of the week. Check out the link below to find the one for you:

Poker: Mondays at 6 & 8pm
Bingo: Thursdays at 6:30pm

First Friday of Every Month

Stroll the streets, sip something local, discover handcrafted treasures, and enjoy the vibe. It’s the perfect way to shake up your Friday night plans! So come on out and see what the local shops are up to.

Saturdays 8am-12pm

Every Saturday morning in Denham Springs at City Hall.
Check out the Facebook group

Every 4th Saturday 2-8pm

Guided hand building, ceramic painting, good company and a moment to create something unique with your own hands. Coffee, tea, water, and snacks available. 21+ can B.Y.O.B. (please enjoy responsibly). This is a drop-in event, so there's no need to book a specific time. Just come in when you're available!

3rd Sunday every month at 9am

Breakfast at the Way Church. Everyone is welcome, so this will be an awesome chance to invite your neighbors, friends, and family for a morning of good food and good fellowship followed by some good worship about a great God!

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Check the latest events below. Lots coming up this month!

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Bingo, Chess, & Smash Burgers: Tuesdays starting @ 5pm
Open Mic Night: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 6:30pm
Running Club: Thursdays @ 6pm
First Friday Fun
And more!

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Check the latest events below:

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I’ve moved the Brushfire Art classes to this section because there are so many going on that I feel like it deserves a permanent spot down here. Check out this week’s classes below:

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There are 30+ Girl Scout troops across our area, and several of them meet at Immaculate Conception. If you've got a girl K-12 who wants in, the link below has the join form.