Community Calendar

Strauss Theatre Center and The City of Monroe invite you to attend our America 250 Birthday Commemorative Event! A Celebration of Freedom includes music from 1776, Hamilton, Big River, The Louisiana Purchase, and more!

This program is made possible with help from our sponsors: America 250, Louisiana America 250, Louisiana Department of Culture, Recreation & Tourism, Mennon Campbell Campaign, Sen Jay Marx, Misti Cordell for Congress

Discover the untold stories of the visionary artist, Don Cincone, in “Time Was Not My Burden: The Artist Memoir” and immerse yourself in his extraordinary life. Read about his triumphs and tears as he becomes the gentleman artist God desires. Hear him-as well as others-read their favorite passages that bring his characters to life. Bring your own book or buy one there and he’ll sign it for YOU!
Paperback books are available on AMAZON.com for $49.95 as well as Kindle for $9.99. No purchase necessary. Come enjoy his truly remarkable wit!
Please use #doncincone on any photos so we can enjoy them, too, if posted on social media.😂

The FoBB Fall Celebration is Friends of Black Bayou’s annual gift to the community, with free nature-oriented activities for all ages. From food trucks to free kayaking to kids’ games to guided nature walks to a photography contest and more, there’s something for everyone!

Features live music, traditional folk crafts demonstrations, dance, arts for kids, re-enactors, food vendors, and a pie-eating contest. Free admission. Family-friendly.