Welcome back to another issue of The Denham Springs Local.
Got a pretty slow week with Labor Day coming up and that storm brewing in the gulf.
Looks like we might get a little break from the heat this week. I’m sure it has to do with that tropical storm coming in, though.
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SHOUTOUT OF THE WEEK
The one building that didn't flood
They broke ground last week on a $2.4 million addition to the STEM & Robotics Center at Denham Springs High.
It sits on what used to be Southside Elementary. The 2016 flood wrecked most of it and it got torn down. But one piece made it. A new cafeteria and classroom building that had opened just days before the water came.
They kept it and it became the core of the STEM Center when it opened in 2019.
Now there are 850 kids in there doing engineering, robotics, and video production. The new addition brings three more classrooms plus a process technology program lined up with what the plants around here are actually hiring for. (As a mechanical engineer myself, this is huge. I didn’t have any classes in high school or even college that prepared me for plant projects.)
The superintendent pointed out they broke ground almost exactly on the anniversary of the flood.
Ten years later and one of the better things we've got came out of the worst week this town ever had.
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THIS WEEK
The Scoop on the Mayoral Candidates @ Mustard Seed Creamery
Tues 9/1, meet & greet at 5:30pm, debate at 6pm
All three candidates for mayor of Denham Springs in one room. John Cavalier, Jim Gilbert, and Ben Harris. McHugh David from the Livingston Parish News moderates, and the questions come from residents who submitted them ahead of time. Jambalaya for sale, with half the proceeds going to support victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. Voter registration info will be there too.
First Friday Fun in Downtown Denham
Fri 9/4
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!
The Girl Scouts are doing an outdoor movie night downtown that same evening.
ONGOING
Line Dancing @ Big Mike’s
Wednesdays at 6:30pm
Line Dancing every Wednesday night starting at 6:30 pm in the Crown Room.
Book Clubs @ Cavalier House Books
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:
First Friday Fun in Downtown Denham
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.
Four Seasons Farmers Market
Saturdays 8am-12pm
Every Saturday morning in Denham Springs at City Hall.
Check out the Facebook group
Clay, Coffee, & Camaraderie: Men’s Monthly Meetup Series @ Potter’s Path
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!
The Way Community Breakfast @ The Way Church
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!
Arts Council Events
(Too many to list!)
Check the latest events below. Lots coming up this month!
Le Chien Events
(Too many to list!)
Bingo & Smash Burgers: Tuesdays @ 6:30pm
Open Mic Night: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays @ 6:30pm
Running Club: Thursdays @ 6pm
First Friday Fun
And more!
Brushfire Art Studio Classes
(Too many to list!)
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:
Anything we missed?
Hit reply and let us know about your upcoming events and we’ll be sure to mention them!
Until next week,
Taylor
The Denham Springs Local
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