Weekend Events! What's happening Downtown this weekend? Check out our Weekend Events list to keep tabs on what's hot downtown each week! For more info, visit our site at the link below! http://downtownbatonrouge.org/ Download a copy of our updated Merchant Listing

		Plan for the July 4th Weekend! Independence Day is right around the corner and now is the time to make plans to attend the USS KIDD's 4th of July Spectacular! The USS KIDD's 4th of July Spectacular, presented by Doug Olinde LLC, is the place to be as friends and families gather to commemorate our nation's independence while enjoying ice cold drinks, delicious food and a variety of musical performances, VIP viewing of the "Fireworks on the Mississippi" presented by WBRZ! Be sure to make reservations at one of our downtown hotels and restaurants! Saturday, July 4th 305 S. River Road

		Ann Vidrine Cajun Fiddler at the River Center Library Don't miss third-generation Cajun fiddler, Ann Vidrine, and The Cajun Experience lecture and performance. Watch a demonstration of how to make an old-fashioned fiddle bow. Learn some everyday Cajun French words, explore Louisiana's State Symbols and hear some authentic Cajun fiddling! Ages 5 to 11! Thursday, June 25th, 10AM 120 St. Louis Street

		Long Summer Nights: Junior Brown Come out to the Manship Theatre to see the American Original, Junior Brown. Tickets are on sale now for this cant miss show! Prior to the show, there will be a solo concert by Ben Bell & The Stardust Boys in the Jones Walker Foyer. The Manship Theatre Bar will be open at this time for a pre-show cocktail. Thursday, June 25th, 7:30PM 100 Lafayette Street

		Wine Walk Wednesdays Wine Walk Wednesday is a open group of wine lovers coming together in Downtown Baton Rouge every Wednesday. In order to participate for the wine walk you will need to pay $10, then receive your wine bracelet and a wine card for the list of venues and the number of tasting. Must be 21 years of age. Tweet @winewalker1. Wednesday, June 24th, 5:30PM North Boulevard Town Square

		Matherne's Market Specials Matherne's Market Weekly Specials! Click the link to view the flyer! Monday - Saturday, 7AM- 9PM Sunday, 8AM - 8PM 440 Third Street

		USS Kidd Mini Field Days A special one-day weekend work day where people from the local area can come aboard and assist in the preservation of this National Historic Landmark. No prior military experience is needed. Bring a small tool kit, a brown bag lunch, and a lot of energy and enthusiasm! For more information or to sign up, call 225-342-1942, x. 14, or email TNessmith@usskidd.com. Saturday, June 27th, 9AM 305 S. River Road

		Summer Party at the Roux House Thursday night Kick Off to Summer Party at The Roux House will be having a Piano Bar from 8pm-12am. Enjoy free Hurricanes, Domestics, and Boudin Balls from 8pm-9pm. Thursday, June 25th, 8PM 143 Third Street

		Where's Huey? Winner will receive two nights at Hotel Indigo, including breakfast & parking, and dinner for two at Stroubes. Every Monday we will post a picture of Huey, our hotel pup, at a downtown Baton Rouge landmark, along with a trivia question about that location. The first person to comment with the correct answer will be entered to win. The winner will be chosen at random from the six people entered. Must be redeemed before 12/31/15. Blackout dates do apply. Limit one winning entry per contestant. Wednesday, June 17, 5:30PM 100 North Boulevard

		Creating Fun with Chemistry @ LASM Oil and Water do mix in this experiment! Understand the key role emulsifiers play in a popular body product. Apply this knowledge while mixing up your very own hand lotion that is yours to keep. Each participant will also receive a cool backpack with surprises inside! Saturday, June 28th, 11AM, 1PM, & 3PM Sunday, June 29th, 1:30PM & 3PM 100 River Road South

		Corn & Squash-Tastic at the Market Celebrate summertime's sweet corn and multiple squash varieties at the Red Stick Farmers Market this Saturday. You'll find the popular yellow crookneck squash variety, as well as zucchini, golden squash, patty pan squash, and butternut squash. During the Fresh from the Market cooking demonstration, chef Derrick Beverly with the Louisiana Culinary Institute will offer recipe ideas for using summer's bountiful squash and corn harvest. The Fresh from the Market cooking demonstration begins at 10AM inside the North entrance to Main Street Market. Every Saturday, 8AM-Noon Corner of 5th and Main Streets