Community Calendar

The Biedenharn Museum and Gardens hosts Pet Photos with Santa! This is the time pets are permitted for photos with Santa at the Biedenharn. The following guidelines are established for the safety of Santa, our guests, you, and your pets: -All pets must be under the control of their owners. -No pets are allowed to roam freely. -All dogs must be on non-retractable leashes. -It is highly recommended that Cats, rabbits, etc. be in crates or cages. -All pet owners must use the Forsythe Street entrance gate and follow directional signs. -After your pet is photographed, you may enjoy the garden and conservatory. However, no pets are allowed in the museum buildings. -Poop collection bags will be available. If your pet has to use the bathroom, you are responsible for picking up the mess -Animals that appear out of control or present a nuisance to guests or other pets will be asked to leave

Judge Reginald P. Cogsworth, a curmudgeon who hates sweets, is judging a charity bakeoff, albeit grudgingly. Countless entries have been whittled down to three: an apple crisp submitted by, Lucy "Scooter" Bright, owner of a nail salon; a Depression-era style cake by Edna Mae Carter, the local librarian; and a delectable pecan pie created by Margaret Mason, a local society lady. In the middle of tasting all the goodies, the judge falls dead, and it's up to Ms. Peabody, the head of contest, and the audience to determine the murderer.

The Monroe Symphony Orchestra is joined by the Monroe Symphony Youth Orchestra for a performance of favorite holiday classics.

Northminster Choir with special guest soloists and chamber orchestra. Dr. Deborah Chandler, conductor -Free event

Runners choose between a 10K, 5K, or 1-mile Fun Run for a fun-filled event for the whole family. Proceeds go to benefit local Scouting programs in Northeast and Central Louisiana. Participants are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy.

The Coca-Cola Christmas Truck makes a stop in Monroe at the Biedenharn. This free event includes the Christmas truck, the opportunity to take photos with Santa, food trucks, the Coca-Cola Polar Bear, the Biedenharn Christmas Train and more!