Good morning, Baton Rouge.

Pet Supplies Plus on Millerville Road hosted a pet adoption event on Friday from 6-8 p.m.—attendees looked for their furever friend.

Baton Rouge firefighters controlled a vacant home blaze on St. Gerard Avenue in the Brookstown area on September 26—taking 13 minutes to contain the fire and estimating damage at $500 while investigators looked into its cause, with no injuries reported.

City Slice Pints + Pizza reopened in an upgraded location on Nicholson Drive near LSU's North Gates after its six-year run on Chimes Street closed, and GM Matt Dispenza said the new spot offers expanded parking and dining along with a fresh menu featuring brick oven pizzas and new wing sauces. The restaurant will reach full capacity in October and host weekend college football games on its 20 TVs—drawing local fans with adjusted drink prices.

Southern University Ag Center is hosting the third annual Calf Roping on the Bluff event on Sept.

28 at Maurice A. Edmond Arena along Scenic Highway. The event starts at 10 a.m. and features various calf roping styles — vendors will also be on hand with tickets costing $10 for adults and $5 for kids.

Knock Knock Children's Museum is hosting Storybook Soiree for families with interactive storytimes and activities + Christina Melton said the museum is set to open its doors and inspire a love of reading.

A ceremony will be held Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. at 2040 S.

Acadian Thruway to celebrate the $34.4 million expansion of the Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts. The 80,000-square-foot facility—completed this summer—now serves over 600 students with a state-of-the-art black box theater, expanded arts facilities and modern classrooms.

Mayor Dustin Yates of St. George plans to build new sports and event spaces for family gatherings and tournaments — his plan is meant to boost local recreation and create more opportunities for residents in East Baton Rouge Parish.

East Baton Rouge Parish voters begin early voting Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. for the Oct.

11 election, where they will choose new judges for City Court and the 19th Judicial District Court and vote on three funding propositions for neighborhood fees — including tax renewals for Downtown Development and crime prevention — while Ascension and Livingston parishes hold separate local votes.

LSU offers nutritional counseling at the Student Health Center on Infirmary Lane to help students meet health goals and manage dietary challenges—registered dietitian Emily Caire said each plan is tailored to a student’s individual needs, and students are encouraged to use the LSU Food Pantry for additional support on weekdays.

Organizers will host Serve for St. Jude Pickleball Social on Oct.

4 at Court to Table on Burbank Drive from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.—the fundraiser supports cancer research and treatment at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, with Assurance Financial sponsoring the event.

BATON ROUGE residents should prepare for a moderate flu season expected to start in October and peak between December and February; health officials advise everyone six months and older to get the trivalent flu shot as soon as it is available—Dr. Sarah Nosal from the American Academy of Family Physicians said vaccination can help reduce severe illness and hospitalizations.

The Southern University Human Jukebox and the Jackson State Sonic Boom faced off in the Boombox Classic Battle of the Bands contest on Friday before their teams met in Saturday's game.

Last night, under the bright lights of Mumford Stadium, Southern's Human Jukebox went head-to-head with JSU's Sonic Boom in a battle of brass and brilliance.

LSU pitcher Zac Cowen stays focused in the bullpen as he works hard to sharpen his skills for upcoming games—his extra practice and determination help him prepare for tougher matchups.

Unknown Mortal Orchestra Concert

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Tickets available — Experience the unique sound of Unknown Mortal Orchestra live in Baton Rouge.

Ruthie Foster Performance

7:30-9 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the soulful sounds of Ruthie Foster, influenced by her gospel roots and vibrant musical journey.

Bachtoberfest

Evening — EBRPL - Main Library — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a cozy outdoor concert featuring beer, brats, and Bach melodies.

Fall Fest 2025

9 AM - 2 PM — Baton Roots Community Farm — Free entry — Experience hands-on urban farming and seasonal arts while connecting with the community this fall.

Tito Puente Jr. Orchestra Performance

7:30-9:00 p.m. — Manship Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant sounds of Red Hot Latin Jazz from the son of the legendary Tito Puente.

Dominick Michael with Southland Band

9 PM - 1 AM — Texas Club — Ticketed event — Enjoy live music from Dominick Michael and his band in a vibrant atmosphere.

27th Annual Scrabble Challenge

Join us at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, October 16th, for an evening of fun as L'Auberge Casino & Hotel hosts our annual Scrabble Challenge. The event includes 3 rounds of 'just for fun' team Scrabble play, a silent auction, wine cork pull, 50/50 cash split raffle, with buffet and beverages.

Boo at the Zoo

All day — BREC's Baton Rouge Zoo — Check for ticket details — Experience festive photo opportunities and princess character meet and greets amidst Halloween-themed displays.

The Addams Family Musical

7:30-9:00 p.m. — River Center Theatre for Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a devilishly delightful musical comedy featuring everyone's favorite creepy, kooky family.

Zoso: The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience

8-11 p.m. — Chelsea's Live — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the iconic sounds of Led Zeppelin with a tribute experience marking their 30th anniversary.