Free The Forest! Volunteer Project

Help us free Forest Community Park of an invasive species! We need your help to make a dent in the plant ardisia crenata or Christmas berry, that is taking over the forest floor. We will be pulling the plant by hand to see how much we can get rid of in one day. This volunteer effort will be followed by professional treatments. All supplies provided. Nov. 5 / 9 a.m.-noon Register at volunteer.brec.org

Ages: 10+

Reauxller Jam

Celebrate Roller Skate month with us at the Skatepark. Come join us for music, fun, and some good old-fashioned roller skating. We will have skating demonstrations from various skaters as well as instructions on how to get involved in this ever-growing sport!

Ages: 5+

First Free Sundays

Free walking tours will be offered on the first Sunday of each month. MAGNOLIA MOUND Jan. 2 + Feb. 6 + March 6 + April 3 + May 1 Tour times: 1 p.m. + 2 p.m. + 3 p.m.

Women's Self-Defense Seminar

In this free beginner-friendly seminar open to all women, participants will learn situational readiness and practice basic self-defense maneuvers. Led by a 7th-degree Black Belt Master Instructor, this program will empower participants to leverage their individual strength in response to threats of bodily harm.

Ages: 16+

Cardio at the Pavilion

Join BREC on the Geaux for active, physical movement in cardio exercise at the pavilion on Mondays. The program promotes health, wellness, and physical activity. Exercise genres will vary from week to week.

Swamp Haunted Hikes

Bluebonnet Swamp’s Haunted Hikes are designed especially for younger children. This program is an alternative to the commercial haunted houses, which are geared more for teenagers and adults. Participants learn about snakes, insects, rats, and other “creepy critters” as they stop at educational stations along the trail. Track down costumed characters to receive “treasures” then trek through the Swamp Graveyard to our Education Building for Carnival Games and Spooky Storytime. No scare tactics are used during this program, and participants are welcome to come in costume if they choose. All participants should bring a flashlight, because this program runs at night. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Join us at Haunted Hikes this year for tons of fun!

Farr Park Equestrian Center's Student Horse Show

Come watch our lesson students enjoy a day at a horse show, demonstrating all they’ve learned, and gaining experience in the show ring in a welcoming and encouraging environment. Open to the public for viewing, this is a great opportunity to let your future young rider see what our park has to offer!

Magnolia Mound Creole Mourning Customs

Special tours will highlight the rituals and customs associated with death in early 19th-Century Louisiana. The historic house will be decorated as it was customary for funerals. This will be a non-scary educational experience that focuses on the difficulties of life in the 19th Century.

Magnolia Mound Creole Mourning Customs

Special tours will highlight the rituals and customs associated with death in early 19th-Century Louisiana. The historic house will be decorated as it was customary for funerals. This will be a non-scary educational experience that focuses on the difficulties of life in the 19th Century.

Magnolia Mound Creole Mourning Customs

Special tours will highlight the rituals and customs associated with death in early 19th-Century Louisiana. The historic house will be decorated as it was customary for funerals. This will be a non-scary educational experience that focuses on the difficulties of life in the 19th Century.