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Bust a Move During This Adult Hip-Hop Dance Class on Wednesday Image
Bust a Move During This Adult Hip-Hop Dance...
Established in 1973, The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge endeavors to promote cultural growth, economic development, and educational enhancement through the arts in the 11-parish region that it serves. This summer, the Council continues this mission with adult hip-hop classes held throughout...
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Show This Hot Dog-Eating Contest Who Is Boss During an Independence Day Celebration Image
Show This Hot Dog-Eating Contest Who Is Boss...
The USS KIDD has hosted an annual 4th of July celebration in the downtown Baton Rouge area for over two decades. In that time, it has developed into an incredible family event that celebrates our nation’s freedom. Now, see what the buzz is about when you participate in USS KIDD’s 4th...
Yom Kippur
Yom Kippur, also known in English as the Day of Atonement, is the most solemn and important of the Jewish holidays. Its central themes are atonement and repentance. Jewish people have traditionally observed this holiday with a 24-hour period of fasting and intensive prayer. Total abstention from food and drink usually begins 30 minutes before sundown and ends after nightfall the following day. Although the fast is required for all healthy adults, it is waived in the case of certain medical conditions. Virtually all Jewish holidays involve a ritual feast, but since Yom Kippur involves...