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January Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine! – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com January (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - Free Gospel Concert! - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church, January 1: Take it to the Tracks January 8: Hammond Chamber of Commerce Installation & Awards Banquet January 9: Once a month special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown January 16: Electroluminescent crayon-like creatures light up the night in this heart-rending tale of Darwin, a wild and primitive creature who is brought to life by a scientist with magical powers - Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Downtown Hammond, La – 7:30 pm – Columbia Theatre Box Office 985.543.4371 – www.columbiatheatre.org January 23: Enjoy lunch, play bingo, silent auctions and much more! - Twelve Oaks – 11am – 2pm – Kathy Pittman 985.549.2150 – www.selu.edu/alumni January 25 – February 12: Penny Power – Tangipahoa Parish Schools Children in Tangipahoa Parish Schools help collect money for TARC – Tangipahoa Parish Schools – Dawn Sinagra 985.345.8811 – www.tarc-hammond.com January 28 – 30: Tennis Clinic Instructions for all ages with world renown pro – Dr. Louie Cap – Oak Knoll Country Club, 45246 Country Dr., Hammond, La 70401 – Abrie du Plooy 985.634.6229 – www.furturetennis.com January 30: Amanda Shaw New Orleans-based singer, songwriter, fiddler and actress Amanda Shaw - Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Downtown Hammond, La – 7:30 pm - Columbia Theatre Box Office 985.543.4371 – www.columbiatheatre.org January 30-31: Citywide Inventory Looking for a bargain? Then come to Americas Antique City Clearance Sale -Downtown Ponchatoula, LA 10am- 5pm - 800. 617.4502 - www.ponchatoulachamber.com January 31: Kickin It for Kids Spirit Championships Charity Cheer and Dance Competition! – Southeastern Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine! – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com February (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - February: First Friday of the Month Gospel Concert Free Gospel Concert! - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church, February 1-28: Art Exhibition Michael Ledet (acrylic paintings) Acrylic on paper and canvas paintings - The Oak Street Gallery, Hammond, LA - 8 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday – Pat Macaluso 985.345.0251 – www.theoakstreetgallery.com February 4: Raggs Live Dance Party A musical revue for preschoolers based on the popular PBS show “Raggs” – Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Downtown Hammond – 7 pm – Columbia Theatre Box Office 985.543.4371 – www.columbiatheatre.org February 5: February Fun Fever Community event with items to bid on, silent and live auction! Food/Drinks. – Chesterton Square – Doors open at 5 pm, live auction at 6:30 pm – Tess Beckler 985.386.7600 – www.ponchatoulachamber.com February 5: Take it to the Tracks February 6: Annual Krewe of Omega Ball Fabulous formal ball introducing King & Queen Omega XXIV, Ronnie & Cathryn Rossie. Omega members and guest enjoy a band, buffet and entertainment by Lieutenants and Board Members – St. Joseph Reception Center, Ponchatoula, La – 8 pm – 12 am – Joyce Smith 985.345.3442 – www.kreweofomega.org February 12: Krewe of Omega Twenty Fourth Annual Parade Enjoy the splendor of a royal king and queen along with professional floats and costumes designed in New Orleans and brought to Hammond – Hammond Parade Route – 6:30 pm – Joyce Smith 985.345.3442 – www.kreweofomega.org February 12: Sweetheart’s Night Do somethinDowntown February 13: 2010 Buckle- Series Youth Rodeo Youth Rodeo presented by February 13: Once a month special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown February 26 – 28: Scout & Volunteer – Rake & Bake Weekend Clean Up Special -$35.00 Sites – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com February 26: Pictures at an Exhibition, led by LPO Music Director Carols Miguel Prieto, centers on a theme of art inspiring music and features what is considered to be “one of the greatest works of western music.” – Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Downtown Hammond - 7:30pm - Columbia Theatre Box Office 985.543.4371 – www.columbiatheatre.org March March: La Carretta & Adobe Cantina & Salsa Calendar Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine! – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com March (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - March (First Friday): First Friday of the Month Gospel Concert Free Gospel Concert! - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church, March (Second Saturday): Reimer's Musical Theater Musical variety show featuring country, gospel, 50's, bluegrass, blues, Dixieland and more - Reimer's Theater, Hammond, LA – 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm – Jake Drude 985.345.3752 or 985.345.0374 – www.freewebs.com/reimersmusicaltheater/index.htm March TBA: Options Spring Plant An assortment of plants that have been grown & cared for by people with disabilities will be available for sale. – 9am – 2pm – Laurie Falcon 985-345-6269 x129 – www.options4u.org March 1-6: Ladies’ Top 28 Tournament The official March 5: Take it to the Tracks Free outdoor festival – Antique & Collectible vendors, arts & crafts, food, Children’s activities, fun for the entire family. – Downtown Ponchatoula, La – 9 am – 5 pm – 800.617.4502 – www.ponchatoulachamber.com March 5 - 7: Cochon De Lait Don’t let a good time pass you by grab your dancing shoes and get ready to do the Fais-Do-Do! – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com March 6 - 7: Model Train Show March 7: Cabaret “Cabaret” – an exciting, imaginative musical and winner of 12 Tony Awards including Best Musical! - Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Downtown Hammond, La – 7pm – Columbia Theatre Box Office 985.543.4571 – www.columbiatheatre.org March 10 – 11: Radiothon Community helps raise money for TARC. – Tangi 96.5 Radio Station – Dawn Sinagra 985.345.8811 – www.tarc-hammond.com March 12 – 14: Authentic Sicilian food, carnival rides, poker run, arts & crafts, St. Joseph Altar, March 12 – 14: Two-Fer Weekend March 13: Once a month special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown March 14: Italian foods are offered on an altar each year to March 14: Chefs Evening Southeastern Louisiana University’s annual “dinner party for a good cause” featuring culinary offerings and libations form area restaurants, bars, grills and wholesalers, along with a raffle and silent auction benefitting the academic programs at Southeastern. – March 15: The Velveteen Rabbit Margery Williams’ classic tale of friendship and the passing of time comes to life on stage as part of Columbia Theatre’s “Pajamas and Play” series. – Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Downtown Hammond – 7 pm – Columbia Theatre Box Office 985.543.4371 – www.columbiatheatre.org March 18: Ain’t Got Long to Stay Here A one-man play based on the life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., written by and starring Barry Scott. – Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Downtown Hammond – 7:30 pm – Columbia Theatre Box Office 985.543.4371 – www.columbiatheatre.org March 19-21: Annual Spring Fair with fun for the whole family featuring great March 19 – 21: Cindy Bear’s Birthday Cindy Bear has her sweet heart set on saving you money this weekend, $35 campsites & 35% off cabins. – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com March 19 – 21: Amite Oyster Festival Three days of music, food, carnival rides, arts, crafts and more. – Tangipahoa Parish Fairgrounds – Fri 3-11 pm, Sat 10-11 pm, Sun 12-5 pm – 800-617-4501 – www.amiteoysterfestival.org March 19 – 21: The Pied Piper Come enjoy the magic of live theatre when The Octavians perform this Robert Browning tale about the value of telling the truth. Fun for the Whole Family! Tickets $10 - St. Albert the Great auditorium, Hammond, LA - Friday & Saturday 7 pm & Sunday 2 pm - Kimberly Sanders 985.748.7187 - www.theoctavians.com March 20: Rock ‘N Roar Activities, food, fun and festivities for all ages. – March 20 - 21: Strawberry Cup Tournament – Girls Girls Soccer Tournament Jamboree U10 – U14 Div1 & Recreation – Hoover Soccer Complex – 8-4pm – Stephanie Gatlin 985.542.5457 – www.stysa-la.com March 21: The parade will begin from the Church parking lot and going on through the streets of March 22 – 28: Women’s $25,000 Tennis Pro Classic World ranked pros compete for WTA points. Public welcomed! – Oak Knoll Country Club, 45246 Country Club Dr, Hammond, La – Abrie du Plooy 985.634.6229 – www.futuretennis.com March 25-27: 3 Days of Activities to include: Bike games, guided and self-guided tours, entertainment and more! – Southeastern March 26 – 28: Customer Appreciation Weekend Customer Appreciation Weekend!! $35 campsites + 35% off cabins – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com March 26 – 28: The Pied Piper Come enjoy the magic of live theatre when The Octavians perform this Robert Browning tale about the value of telling the truth. Fun for the Whole Family! Tickets $10 - St. Albert the Great auditorium, Hammond, LA - Friday & Saturday 7 pm & Sunday 2 pm - Kimberly Sanders 985.748.7187 - www.theoctavians.com March 26 – 27: Smokin’ Blues & BBQ Challenge More than 50 KCBS teams from around the March 27: 2010 Sweet Tea Challenge – “The Road to Sweetness” 4th Annual Sweet Tea Challenge held in conjunction with the Smokin’ Blues & BBQ Challenge in downtown March 28: Bring your Picnic Baskets and your Dancing Shoes! - Cate Square Park, Downtown Hammond, LA – 3 pm – 6 pm - April April: La Carretta & Adobe Cantina & Salsa Calendar Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine! – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com April (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - April: First Friday of the Month Gospel Concert Gospel Concert - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church, April (Second Saturday): Reimer's Musical Theater Musical variety show featuring country, gospel, 50's, bluegrass, blues, Dixieland and more - Reimer's Theater, Hammond, LA – 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm – Jake Drude 985.345.3752 or 985.345.0374 – www.freewebs.com/reimersmusicaltheater/index.htm Annual Fundraising event to help raise money for people with disabilities. - Mary Pirosko 985.345.6269 x140 – www.options4u.org April 1 – 30: Art Exhibition: Sculpture by Patrick Ricard Patrick Ricard utilizes combinations of domestic & exotic hardwoods with metal and other materials to create sculptural pieces with an architectural presence. Reception to meet the artist April 2, 6-8pm. – The Oak Street Gallery, 111 N Oak St, Hammond, La – Gallery Hours: 8 – 5 M – F, by appt Sat – Pat Macaluso 985.345.0251 – www.theoakstreetgallery.com April 1 – 4: Yogi’s Easter Celebration Easter Celebration – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com April 2: Take it to the Tracks April 3: Easter Bonnet Stroll Please join us for a morning of this Easter season. – April 3: 2010 Buckle-Series Youth Rodeo Youth Rodeo presented by April 3: 22nd Annual Community Motors Free Car Show Goody bags & dash plaques to first 100 registered, door prizes and refreshments. Vehicles must be 25 years or older. Peoples choice trophies in original & modified. – Community Motors – 9 am – 4 pm – Vicky Fannaly 985.386.3714 April 4: The Disposable Heroes Run In April of 2010 Marine Sgt. Brad McKee will push his body to its limits by running a 100 mile ultra-marathon to not only raise money and awareness for the Wounded Warrior Project, but to encourage people to appreciate the freedom they exercise everyday. Come out to April 9 – 11: Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Louisiana’s Largest Free Festival – Memorial Park & N 6th Street – Friday 4 pm – 10 pm, Saturday 8 am – until, Sunday 10 am – 6 pm – 800-917-7045 – www.lastrawberryfestival.com April 4 – 11: Yogi’s Strawberry Festival Celebration Everything Strawberry! – Yogi Bear Campground – Friday 5pm – Sunday Noon – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com April 10: Once a month special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown April 10 – 11: Strawberry Cup Tournament –Boys Boys Soccer Tournament Jamboree, U10 – U14 DVI 1 & Recreation. – Hoover Soccer Complex – 8 am – 4 pm – Stephanie Smith 985.542.4357 – www.stysa-la.com April 14: Senior Celebration: Health and Consumer Fair Resource Fair providing valuable information of agencies and businesses that assist elderly individuals and their families in maintaining independence and living at home as long as possible. – Florida Parishes Arena, Amite, La – 9 am – 1 pm – Debi Fleming 985.748.7486 – www.fparena.com April 16: Mama’s Night Out Finalists in Nick at Nite’s “Search for the Funniest Mom in April 16: 1st Annual Art in April Downtown April 16 – 18: Yogi’s Spring Horseshoe Tourney & Jambalaya Cook-Off! Win a trophy for the best Jambalaya dish at the cook-off, then gallop on over to the Yogi Dome to get down and boogie! – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com April 17: The Italian Festival Spaghetti Cook-off Any new teams are welcomed to enter our Cook-off if you think you have what it takes, either way come try some good-old Italian spaghetti – Tickfaw, LA – 8 am – 1 pm – Connie Bates 985.878.2365 – www.theitalianfestivalorg.com April 17: “Casino Royale” Richard Murphy Hospice Gala Live music, food from more than thirty caterers and restaurants, libations, a live and silent auction and a car raffle – Chesterton Square, Ponchatoula, La – 7 am – 12 pm – Patricia Westmoreland 985.386.0400 April 22 – 25: Two-State Rodders Car Show Cars & Trucks pre 1975 compete for over 300 awards - Fun – Food - Fellowshipping with some of the finest folks on Earth. – Quality Inn/Motel 6 – 10 am – 10 pm – Randy Wilson 601.684.2609 April 23 – 25: Yogi’s Don’t forget to bring your dancing shoes! – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com April 23 – 25: North Oaks Health System Junior Tennis Tournament Junior Tennis Tournament for ages 7-18 can enter to play. – Oak Knoll Country Club, 45246 Country Club Dr, Hammond, La – Abrie du Plooy 985.634.6229 – www.futuretennis.com April 23 – 25: Annual Crawfish Boil Boys from down the bayou boil’em like they should! – Hidden Oaks Family Campground – Nita Vedros 985.345.9244 April 23 – 25: The Italian Festival Great authentic Italian food, parade, rides, live entertainment, art & crafts and so much more! – 14418 Market St, Tickfaw, La – Friday 6 pm – 12am, Saturday 10 am – 12 pm, Sunday 10am – 6 pm – Phillip Macaluso 985.687.4966 – www.theitalianfestivalorg.com April 24 – 25: Festival at the Crossroads Multicultural heritage and gospel celebration featuring live music, food, rides and fun for the entire family. – New Jerusalem at the Crossroads, 44145 S. Baptist Rd, Hammond, La – Saturday 10 am – 6 pm, Sunday 12 pm – 6 pm – Nakkisha Claiborne 985.635.7045 April 24: Great Strides Great Strides is a fun, family-oriented event where walkers gather together to celebrate their fundraising accomplishments from the prior months and enjoy free food from local restaurants and entertainment. – North Oak Park, Hammond, La – Check-in 9 am, Walk 10 am – Jenny Davis 504.455.5194 – www.off.org/great_strides April 25: Bring your Picnic Baskets and your Dancing Shoes! - Cate Square Park, Downtown Hammond, LA – 3 pm – 6 pm - Ladies golf tournament to benefit local breast cancer treatment center. Participate in the event or be a sponsor - Oak Knoll Country Club, Hammond, LA - 9 am - Josie Ann Barnes 985.320.1329 or 985.429.9443 – www.oakknollcountryclub.com April 29: April 30 – May 2: Yogi’s Cinco de Mayo Chili Cook-off & Flea Market Cinco de Mayo Chili Cook-off & Flea Market! – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com April 30: The Fab Four With uncanny, note-for-note live renditions of Beatles’ songs. The Fab Four is elevated far above every other Beatles Tribute. – Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Downtown Hammond – 7:30pm – Columbia Theatre Box Office 985.453.4571 – www.columbiatheatre.org April 31: May Weekend Gospel Festival Three days of singing, preaching & youth activities. – Friday 7 pm, Saturday 12 pm, Sunday 5 pm – Zina Renee Washington 985.634.4580 May May: La Carretta & Adobe Cantina & Salsa Calendar Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine! – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com May (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - May: First Friday of the Month Gospel Concert Gospel Concert - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church,
Musical variety show featuring country, gospel, 50's, bluegrass, blues, Dixieland and more - Reimer's Theater, Hammond, LA – 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm – Jake Drude 985.345.3752 or 985.345.0374 – www.freewebs.com/reimersmusicaltheater/index.htm May 1: Ice Cream Social PCOC Partnered with United Way Tangipahoa Parish 3rd Graders United Way & PCOC have ice-cream for Parish 3rd graders & families, friends, community. – Commuter parking lot by Locomotive Engine, Ponchatoula, LA – 11 am – 1:30 pm – Dr. Karen L. Carter/Jamene Dahmer 985.386.2536 May 5: Cinco De Mayo Celebrate Mexican Independence Day with live music, street party Fiesta! – Hammond & Amite, LA – 4pm – 10pm – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.carretaresturant.com May 7: Take it to the Tracks
May 7 - 8: Strawberry Jam n’ Toast to the Arts 10th Annual “little Jazzy Fest on the Northshore” featuring musicians & performing groups – Downtown Hammond, LA – Friday 6 pm to 10 pm and Saturday 10 am to 8 pm – Ruth Rolling 985.974.0630 – www.strawberryjam.org May 7 - 9: Yogi’s Mother’s Day Celebration Mother’s Day Celebration – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com May 8: The Italian Festival Pageant Contestants ages 6 months – 23 years. 6 months – 17 years $50.00 entry fee. 18 years – 23 years $65.00 entry fee must be resident of Tangipahoa Parish – Our Lady of Pompeii Hall, May 8: Options Mother’s Day Plant An assortment of plants that have been grown & cared for by people with disabilities will be available for sale. – 9am – 2pm – Laurie Falcon 985-345-6269 x129 – www.options4u.org May 8: Once a month this is a very special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown May 14 - 16: Get Ready to Celebrate 35 years at Yogi Bear Campground Get ready to celebrate 35 years: 35% off throughout the park. – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com May 15: New Horizons Youth Service Bureau - BIKE-A-THON 2010 Only by invitation, ranked junior and tournament players only! – Oak Knoll Country Club, 45246 Country Club Dr, Hammond, La – Abrie du Plooy 985.634.6229 – www.futuretennis.com May 21: Boys II Men Hailed by the Recording Industry Association as the most commercially successful R&B group of all time, Boys II Men returns to center stage with their new album, “Motown: A Journey Through Hitsville USA.” – Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Downtown Hammond – 7:30 pm – Columbia Theatre Box Office 985.543.4371 – www.columbiatheatre.org May 21 – 23: Yogi’s 35th Anniversary Celebration 35th Anniversary Celebration: $35 campsites & 35% off cabins. – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com May 21 – 23: Hundreds of athletes from across the state will compete in various sporting competitions. – Southeastern May 23: Bring your Picnic Baskets and your Dancing Shoes! - Cate Square Park, Downtown Hammond, LA – 3 pm – 6 pm - May 28 – 31: Yogi’s Memorial Day Weekend! Golf cart poker run, make festive crafts, and listen to great live music! – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com May 29: 2010 Buckle-Series Youth Rodeo Youth Rodeo presented by
May 29: 11th Louisiana Music at its best. – Hidden Oaks Campground – 11 am – 11 pm – Nita Vedros 985.345.9244 June June: La Carretta & Adobe Cantina & Salsa Calendar Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine! – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com June (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - June: First Friday of the Month Gospel Concert Gospel Concert - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church,
June Musical variety show featuring country, gospel, 50's, bluegrass, blues, Dixieland and more - Reimer's Theater, Hammond, LA – 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm – Jake Drude 985.345.3752 or 985.345.0374 – www.freewebs.com/reimersmusicaltheater/index.htm
June: Summer Tennis Camp June 1 – 30: Art Exhibition: Frankie DeMelo, acrylic painting Beautiful June 4: Chillin with the Chamber $10, 000 Raffle. – June 4: Take it to the Tracks June 4 – 6: School’s Out & It’s Yogi’s Birthday! Sing Happy Birthday our favorite smarter than average bear, at his surprise party. – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com June 4 – 6: Boudreau Clotile Jambalaya / Pastalaya Cook Off Jambalaya/Pastalaya/Dessert Cook Off, CASH Prizes Awarded. – Hidden Oaks Campground – all day June 5th – Nita Vedros 985.345.9244 June 5: Restless Heart With four gold albums and six number one hits – including “I’ll Still Be Loving You” and “When She Cries” – Restless Heart brings its five-part harmony to Columbia Theatre to thrill longtime fans and create new ones! – Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts, 220 E. Thomas St., Downtown Hammond – 7 pm – Columbia Theatre Box Office 985.543.4371 – www.columbiatheatre.org June 11 – 13: Mardi Gras in June! Throw me something mister; join us as we celebrate Mardi Gras Yogi Bear style! – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com June 12: Once a month special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown June 15: Summer Series/ Brown Bag Lunch Speaker Meeting International speaker during lunch meeting. – June 18 – 20: Father’s Day Celebration! Activities for dad throughout the weekend! – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com June 25 – 27: Red, White & Blue & Family Wet-N-Wild Tourney Join us in this patriotic weekend of family fun & games! – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com June 26: 3rd Annual Ponchatoula Caribbean Reggae Festival Live Reggae music, R & B gospel music, food and crafts booths. (Booth spaces available) - July July: La Carretta & Adobe Cantina & Salsa Calendar Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine. – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com July (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - July: First Friday of the Month Gospel Concert Gospel Concert - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church,
July Musical variety show featuring country, gospel, 50's, bluegrass, blues, Dixieland and more - Reimer's Theater, Hammond, LA – 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm – Jake Drude 985.345.3752 or 985.345.0374 – www.freewebs.com/reimersmusicaltheater/index.htm
July: Summer Tennis Camp Summer Tennis Camp for children 4 – 18 – Oak Knoll Country Club, 45246 Country Club Dr, Hammond, La – Abrie du Plooy 985.634.6229 – www.futuretennis.com July: Ponchatoula Area Recreation District #1 10th Annual Firework Show Ponchatoula Area Recreation District #1 10th Annual Firework Show. – July 2: Take it to the Tracks July 2 – 5: Fourth of July Celebration! Join us in this patriotic weekend of fun and games! – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com July 3: Cowboy Christmas Bull Riding presented by Sweetwater Campground & Riding Stables’ Cowboy Christmas Bull Riding presented by July 3 – 4:Blessed Mother Feast 83rd Annual Blessed Mother Feast includes spiritual activities & family fun. – Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Church – Sat 4:45pm and Sun 3pm – Joann Bonura 985.345.8957 – www.ourladyofpompeii.net July 9 – 11: Boo Boo’s Birthday & Block Party Blast! Gather up your camping crew as we give everyone’s favorite little pal “Boo Boo” a surprise Birthday Party Blast! – Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com July 10: Once a month special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown July 10 – 11: Christmas in July Clearance sales you don’t want to miss! - Downtown Ponchatoula – 10 am – 5 pm – 800.617.4502 – www.ponchatoulachamber.com July 16 – 18: Wet – N – Wild Super Soaker Weekend! Come join us in our super soaker weekend extravaganza! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com July 20: Summer Series/ Brown Bag Lunch Speaker Meeting International speaker during lunch meeting!. - July 23 – 25: Yogi’s Christmas in July Santa is coming to Yogi Bear Campground! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com July 24: Southern Rock Weekend Bringing Back the Good Old Days. - Hidden Oaks Family Campground – Nita Vedros 985.345.9244 July 30 – August 1: Beach Party at Cindy’s Hawaiian Luau! A beach party you don’t want to miss! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com August August: La Carretta & Adobe Cantina & Salsa Calendar Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine. – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com August (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - August: First Friday of the Month Gospel Concert Gospel Concert - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church, Musical variety show featuring country, gospel, 50's, bluegrass, blues, Dixieland and more - Reimer's Theater, Hammond, LA – 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm – Jake Drude 985.345.3752 or 985.345.0374 – www.freewebs.com/reimersmusicaltheater/index.htm August: Summer Tennis Camp Summer Tennis Camp for children 4 – 18 – Oak Knoll Country Club, 45246 Country Club Dr, Hammond, La – Abrie du Plooy 985.634.6229 – www.futuretennis.com August 1 – 30: Art Exhibition: Nancy Stutes, oil and pastels Nancy Stutes is an award winning contemporary realist painter specializing in pastels & oils. Her realistic impressions capture the spirit & beauty of nature and home life. Opening reception 8/20 “Hot August Night” – The Oak Street Gallery, August 6 – 8: Great American Picnic Join us for a grand pic-a-nic! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com August 13 – 15: 13th Annual Acadian Reunion & Cajun Cook-off 13th Annual Acadian Reunion & Cajun Cook-off! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com August 14: Once a month special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown August 14: “Black Tie Affair” Social event to bring different ethnic groups together. – August 17: Ponchatoula Business Expo 60+ businesses display including restaurants. – Chesterton Square, Ponchatoula, La – 6 – 9pm – 985.386.2536 – www.ponchatoulachamber.com August 20 – 22: Super Soaker Weekend – Reloaded! Join us for a Super Soaker Weekend – Reloaded! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com August 20: 15th Annual Hot August Night Annual event featuring wine tasting, Art exhibits, live music, great shopping and eating in some of the finest restaurants in the region - Downtown Hammond – 6pm – 10pm – Terry Lynn Smith 985.542.3471 – www.hammond.org/ddd August 24: Summer Series/ Brown Bag Lunch Speaker Meeting International speaker during lunch meeting. - August 27 – 29: September September: La Carretta & Adobe Cantina & Salsa Calendar Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine. – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com September (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - September: First Friday of the Month Gospel Concert Gospel Concert - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church, Musical variety show featuring country, gospel, 50's, bluegrass, blues, Dixieland and more - Reimer's Theater, Hammond, LA – 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm – Jake Drude 985.345.3752 or 985.345.0374 – www.freewebs.com/reimersmusicaltheater/index.htm September TBA: Celebrating Honey Month 40+ honeys from around the world; recipes and more! - Ponchatoula, La – 800.617.4502 - 11 am – 4 pm 800.617.4502 -www.ponchatoulacountrymarket.org September TBA :Arabian Nights Theater Show Equine show featuring talented horse handlers, trained horses, special effects, and featuring The Black Stallion – Walter Farley’s equine star in film and print. – Florida Parish Arena, Amite – Time TBA – 985.748.5914 – www.fparena.com September 3 – 6: Labor Day Celebration Labor Day Celebration - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com September 4: 2010 Buckle-Series Youth Rodeo Youth Rodeo presented by September 10 – 12: Yogi’s Horseshoe Invitational! Join us in Yogi’s Horseshoe Invitational - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com September 10 - 11: Fraternal Order of Police Chili Cook-Off & Car Show Come out to downtown September 11: Once a month special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown September 17 – 19: Yogi’s $35.00 Voucher Weekend Save! Save! Save! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com
September 18: Leisurely paced ride through Tangipahoa Parish – SLU campus (between September 24 – 26: Jam Rock X! Join us to rock it out! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com September 25: Strawberry Jam Film Festival 3rd Annual film festival features independent films competing for awards – Hammond, LA – 10 am to 8 pm – Ruth Rolling 985.974.0630 – www.strawberryjam.org
September 26: Bring your Picnic Baskets and your Dancing Shoes! - Cate Square Park, Downtown Hammond, LA – 3 pm – 6 pm - September 29 – October 3: Tangipahoa Parish Fair Family oriented fair featuring school exhibits, art & craft vendors, food vendors, live entertainment and carnival rides- Tangipahoa Fair Grounds, Amite, La – 800.542.7520
October October: La Carretta & Adobe Cantina & Salsa Calendar Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine. – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com October (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - October: First Friday of the Month Gospel Concert Gospel Concert - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church, Musical variety show featuring country, gospel, 50's, bluegrass, blues, Dixieland and more - Reimer's Theater, Hammond, LA – 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm – Jake Drude 985.345.3752 or 985.345.0374 – www.freewebs.com/reimersmusicaltheater/index.htm October TBA: Sweet Home Folklife Days African ancestry celebrated with exciting gospel music; artifacts displayed in museum; a walk through the Nature Trail; a view of Amtrak Railroad tracks; storytelling; demonstrations; crafts; home cooked food & beverages. - October 1 – 3: Yogi’s Purple & Gold Tailgate Party! Purple & Gold Tailgate Party! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com October 1 – 3: Fall Festival Chili Cook off 7 cash prizes. - Hidden Oaks Family Campground – Nita Vedros 985.345.9244 October 1 – 31: Great Pumpkin Patch Pumpkin Sales – Hay Rides – Haunted Maze – Good Family Fun – 19354 Rolling Pines Dr, Amite, La 70422 – Tues – Sat 8am – 6pm, Sun 10 am – 5 pm, Closed Mon. – Ernest Bertucci 985.517.1690 October 2 – 3: Bike MS Louisiana Two days, 150 miles, closer to a cure. – Southeastern October 8 – 10: Pumpkin Patch & Kiddie Carnival! Pumkin Patch & Kiddie Carnival - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com October 9: Once a month this is a very special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown October 14: Bon Appétit Food Festival A major fundraiser for the Chamber. It features good food, drink, music & door prizes. – October 15 - 17: Yogi’s Warlock Weekend! Warlock Weekend has a Haunted Maze and trick or treating. - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com October 16: 2010 Buckle-Series Youth Rodeo Youth Rodeo presented by
Professionals and locals compete for over $5,000 in prizes. – Downtown Ponchatoula – 11 am – 6 pm –– 800.617.4502 - www.ponchatoulachamber.com October 16 – 17: Old Farmers Day & Horse & Mule Pulling Contest A reenactment of the methods our fore fathers used to live, work, and enjoy life. – 2.25 miles north of Loranger – Sat. & Sun. 9am – 4pm, Horse pull Sun. @ 1 – 3pm – Barbara or Gerald Brunett 985.878.2360 – www.oldfarmersday.com October 22 – 24: Witching Weekend! Witching Weekend has a Haunted Maze and trick or treating. - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com October 23: Southeastern Tailgating, activities, band, football game, parade – October 24: Bring your Picnic Baskets and your Dancing Shoes! - Cate Square Park, Downtown Hammond, LA – 3 pm – 6 pm - October 28 – 31: Heritage Festival Festival, Booths, Food, Arts & Crafts – Zemurray Park, Hammond, LA – 28th & 29th 5pm – 11pm, 30th & 31st 1pm - 11pm – George Perkins – 800.542.7520 - www.africanamericanheritagemuseum.com October 29 – 31: Halloween Weekend! Halloween Weekend has a Haunted Maze and trick or treating. - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com October 29 – 31: Junior Tennis Tournament ages 7-18 can enter to play. - Oak Knoll Country Club, 45246 Country Club Dr, Hammond, La – Abrie du Plooy 985.634.6229 – www.futuretennis.com October 30: Options Fall Plant An assortment of plants that have been grown & cared for by people with disabilities will be available for sale. – 9am – 2pm – Laurie Falcon 985-345-6269 x129 – www.options4u.org October 30: 4th Annual Dutch Downtown November: La Carretta & Adobe Cantina & Salsa Calendar Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine. – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com November (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - November: First Friday of the Month Gospel Concert Gospel Concert - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church, Musical variety show featuring country, gospel, 50's, bluegrass, blues, Dixieland and more - Reimer's Theater, Hammond, LA – 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm – Jake Drude 985.345.3752 or 985.345.0374 – www.freewebs.com/reimersmusicaltheater/index.htm November TBA: Theta XI 2nd Annual “Scramble for TARC” Golf Tournament “Scramble for TARC” Golf Tournament. – Carter Plantation – Dawn Sinagra 985.345.8811 – www.tarc-hammond.com November 1 – 30: Art Exhibition: Michael Ethridge, Acrylic Painting Artist and musician, Michael Ethridge creates beautiful abstract expressionist landscapes. Feelings, ideas, and the human spirit are depicted with great freedom. Opening reception Nov 19, 5-10pm, “Starry November Night” – The Oak Street Gallery, 111 N Oak St, Hammond, La – Gallery Hours: 8 – 5 M – F, by appt Sat – Pat Macaluso 985.345.0251 – www.theoakstreetgallery.com November 5 – 7: Ranger’s Birthday & Scout Weekend! Ranger’s Birthday & Scout Weekend! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com November 5-7: Ponchatoula Antique Trade Days & Craft Fair Free outdoor festival – Antique & Collectible vendors, arts & crafts, food, Children’s activities, fun for the entire family. – Downtown Ponchatoula, La – 9 am – 5 pm – 800.617.4502 – www.ponchatoulachamber.com November 6: Community Day – 15 Mile Yard Sale 15 miles of yard sales – Husser Fire Dept., Churches, Shiloh Homemakers and individuals.– Hwy 16 E of Amite, HWY 445 Husser, Friendship Church Road, HWY 10 at Wilmer – 7am – 2pm – Carol Ann Cleveland 985.748.7813 November 6: Swamp Pop Music at its best! – 11am – 11pm – Hidden Oaks Family Campground – Nita Vedros 985.345.9244 November 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 26, 27, 28: A Fun and Exciting visit to the Renaissance featuring Live Jousting, Birds of Prey, 7 Stages, 100 Merchants and 100+ Entertainers. – November 12 – 14: Two-Fer Weekend! Two-Fer Weekend means two cabins or campsites fro the price of one. - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com November 13: Once a month special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown New Year’s in November! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com November 19: 6th Annual Starry November Night Holiday music will fill the air, shops will offer refreshments and Santa will be on hand to listen the children's Holiday Wish List -Downtown Hammond – 5pm – 10pm – Terry Lynn Smith 985.542.3471 – www.hammond.org/ddd November 20 – 21: Annual Civil War Re-enactment – November 24 – 28: Yogi’s Thanksgiving & Christmas Celebration & Anniversary Party Finale! Thanksgiving & Christmas Celebration & Anniversary Party Finale! - Yogi Bear Campground – Ms. Chris Welter 985.542.1507 – www.jellystonela.com November 27: 2010 Buckle-Series Youth Rodeo Youth Rodeo presented by November 27: 37th Annual Christmas Open House Open to the Public. “Thank you” to our customers. Food, hourly door prizes. – Ponchatoula Country Market – 10am – 5pm – Jeanne B. Zaleski 985.687.4090 – www.ponchatoulacountrymarket.org November 28: Bring your Picnic Baskets and your Dancing Shoes! - Cate Square Park, Downtown Hammond, LA – 3 pm – 6 pm -
December: La Carretta & Adobe Cantina & Salsa Calendar Live music and the best authentic Mexican cuisine. – Hammond & Amite, LA – Saul Rubio 985.350.9966 – www.lacarretaresturant.com December (Every Wednesday): Woodcarving is what we are all about - December: First Friday of the Month Gospel Concert Gospel Concert - Mike Vaughn Ministries/Good News Fellowship Church, Musical variety show featuring country, gospel, 50's, bluegrass, blues, Dixieland and more - Reimer's Theater, Hammond, LA – 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm – Jake Drude 985.345.3752 or 985.345.0374 – www.freewebs.com/reimersmusicaltheater/index.htm December 1-4: Christmas in the Pines Featuring Blue Grass "picking" and singing and Southern Gospel singing - Apostolic Campground, 55305 Cooksey Lane, Independence, LA - Pop Cooksey 985.878.3772 December 3: Christmas Lighting The city lights up all the Christmas lights. Businesses hold open house. – Downtown Ponchatoula – 6pm – 800.617.4502 – www.ponchatoulachamber.com December 4, 5, 11, 12: A Fun and Exciting visit to the Renaissance featuring Live Jousting, Birds of Prey, 7 Stages, 100 Merchants and 100+ Entertainers. – December 4: Downtown December 7: Amite Christmas Parade Amite’s Annual nighttime Christmas parade to celebrate the season. – Downtown Amite – 6pm – Amite Chamber 985.748.5537 – www.amitechamberofcommerce.org December 10 – 11: The Nutcracker by Hammond Ballet Company The Nutcracker, a holiday tradition, is presented by Hammond Ballet Company featuring local dancers and guest artists from professional companies. – The Columbia Theatre for the Performing Arts – 7pm – Linda Ross 985.345.2509 – www.hammondballet.com December 11: Ponchatoula Christmas Parade Annual Christmas Parade – Downtown Ponchatoula – 2pm – James Lirette Jr. 985.386.6123 – www.ponchatoulachamber.com December 11: Once a month special place to shop for unique items! - Downtown
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