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Don't miss it: The new year is off to a great start in Livingston Parish. We've celebrated Christmas, Mardi Gras and a little thing called the Super Bowl. Congratulations to the Who Dat Nation for a fantastic victory!
We're getting ready for a gorgeous Spring. Crawfish are in and more delicious than ever. If you haven't already, stop in one of our local restaurants to sample the goods. |
Talk about fun events - the 4th Annual Hog Roast is taking place this weekend, Feb 27, at the Black Lake Club. For location and times, click here.
Mark the date of the Springfield Living History & Civil War Re-enactment. The event, held March 12-14, includes period costumes, food, entertainment plus a variety of rich local history. It promises to be a fun time for all. |
A Country Western Dinner Theatre Extravaganza happens March 18. Produced by the Livingston Parish Children's Choir, the evening includes an old time Western play and great food.
We're so glad to be a part of the fun found in Livingston. Please let us know if we can assist you with your visits in any way!
For more information on events listed, click here. |
Music and Water
Livingston Parish has plenty of both. With over 400+ waterway miles, visitors will find numerous boat launches, fishing sites and water recreation.
Freshwater species include the largemouth bass, perch, crappie and specked trout, as well as crawfish and crabs. Don't miss the fishing seminars being held at Bass Pro in Denham Springs. You'll learn how to tie a lure, bait a hook and more.
The music scene in Livingston Parish is like the natural surroundings...comfortable and easy going.
A live music show is held the first and third Saturday of each month at the Old South Jamboree located in Walker.
Great local bands are found nearly every weekend at places like Tin Lizzy's Landing or Val's Marina. For more dining and music information, visit the Restaurants section of tourism web site.
Lock in Livingston Parish for fun on the water and fantastic tunes.
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We've been on the road promoting Livingston Parish. At the Louisiana Travel Promotion Association summit held in Monroe, we met with representatives of the travel industry, media and state legislative. Following this annual event, we attended the retirees convention in South Padre Island, TX.
No matter where we are, people love to talk about their experiences in Livingston Parish. Whether they've only passed through or have spent a couple weeks, positive comments abound. We love to hear such wonderful things about our home.
A couple of changes on our web site have been implemented. Monthly board meeting times have been posted on the Calendar. Feel free to attend if you are in the area. We are also now posting the minutes from each meeting on the "INFO" link.
If you're on Facebook, be sure to find and friend us. We're getting the word out that Livingston Parish is a great place to be!
Eric
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Living History: Springfield, LA is flooded with history. This month the area celebrates the Battle of Blood River on March 12-14 with a Living History & Civil War Re-enactment.
The final three years of the Civil War, Livingston Parish was the dividing line between the Confederates and Federals. The Federals were trying to take control of the Mississippi River and would conduct raids into the parish. Even though there were no major battles fought in Livingston, several skirmishers were fought within her borders.
One such incident occurred on Sunday, March 12, 1865. Under the protection of the Union soldiers and gunboats, two men named Goubernoter and Wells were selling contraband goods off of vessels situated near the mouth of the Tickfaw River. Confederate authorities decided to stop this illegal trading by sending a force from Mobile, AL, under the command of a Lt. McDermott.
The rest of this story and more can be heard in Springfield. Don't miss the fun! |
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FEBRUARY
27th: 4th Annual Hog Roast
Black Lake Club Bait & Tackel
Free Food Starts at 12:00 pm
For more information, call 225-695-6447
27th: Ladies Fishing Seminar - Want to learn tricks of the trade from other ladies? Bass Pro's Dara Smith and Cindy Breaux along with other of our lady fishing associates will join together to help you with everything from basic fishing rules to how to catch the big one. Those who attend this class will have the chance to win fishing gear. Come join us. This is a very exciting and fun class.
28th: Fly Fishing Seminar - The Ponchartrain Basin Flyfishing Club in Covington will be doing a workshop in Bass Pro's Fly tying department from noon to 4 pm. Come and learn how to make your own flies. See demonstrations and learn the latest tricks of this fun sport.
For more information on all
calendar events, click here:
www.visitlivingstonparish.com
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MARCH
6th: Denham Springs Antique Village 2nd annual Sidewalk Sale and Pioneer Day. Mattie Street will be closed to vehicular traffic and special artist will be set up from 10am to 3pm to demonstrate their skills. We are expecting an iron smith, quilters, soap makers, carvers, and lots more on that day!!!
12-14th:Living History & Civil War Re-enactment. For more information contact: Denise Martin at 985-974-8496
14th:Spring Turkey Hunt Class - BPS Hunting Pros will be teaching you the "Best of the Best" tricks of the Spring Turkey Hunt. This class will be held in Bass Pro's Conservation Room located on the second floor. Come learn with the best. Joining our Hunting Pros will be members of the Wild Turkey Federation. .
18-20th: Dinner Theatre - Livingston Parish Children's Choir presents a Country Western Dinner Theatre Extravaganza. Enjoy great food, awesome country music, and an old-time western play.
FARMER'S MARKETS:
Homegrown fruits and vegetables. Delicious homemade foods and crafts.
7 am to 12 noon Saturdays
New Covenant Church parking lot on Florida Blvd., Denham Springs AND in
Springfield, LA |
| DID YOU KNOW: Parish Trivia |
West Florida Revolt : Did you know there was a massive revolt right here in Livingston Parish? West Florida was a region on the north shore of the Gulf of Mexico, which underwent several boundary and sovereignty changes during its history.
Weary of territorial battles and government inaction, the people revolted. Overcoming the Spanish garrison at Baton Rouge, the Republic of West Florida came into power. The boundaries of the Republic included all territory south of the 31st parallet, west of the Perdido River, and east of the Mississippi River but north of Lake Pontrchartrian. The southern boundary was the Gulf of Mexico.
Despite its name, none of the present day Florida lay within its borders. The capital of the Republic of West Florida was St. Francisville. The Constitution of West Florida was based largely on the US Constitution and divided the government into three branches: executive, judicial, and legislative.
The first and only governor was Fulwar Skipwith, a former American diplomat who had helped negotiate the Louisiana Purchase.
The West Florida Republic only lasted 74 days. The portions of West Florida now loacted in Louisiana are known as the Florida Parishes. In 1993, the Louisiana State Legislature renamed Interstate 12, the full length of which is contained in the Floridat Parishes, as the "Republic of West Florida Parkway."
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