Upcoming Special Events & Activities

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August 20, 2026

Thursdays in the Park | Skip Jones and The Spirit of New Orleans

Join us for the fun Piano BoogieWoogie sounds of Skip Jones and The Spirit of New Orleans!

Annual BBQ for 55+, September 9 at 4 PM. Main dish provided; attendees bring a side. Free at James D. Lockard Shelter.

September 9, 2026

55+ BBQ

It’s that time of year. Burgers and hotdogs prepared for you with love by our staff! We provide the main course, and you bring the sides. Plan on your…

September 13, 2026

Parking Lot Sale

Our Community Parking Lot Market is a vibrant gathering place where neighbors come together to shop, and connect. Featuring handcrafted goods, unique…

September 19, 2026

Golden Connections

Friendship or romance? The choice is yours! Meet new people in a fun, low-pressure setting.

Join the Fall Family Festival on October 4th from 1-4 PM at Emerald Park, hosted by River Road Park & Recreation District!

October 4, 2026

Fall Family Festival | 2026

Fall Family Fest 2026 | Sunday, October 4th, 1-4pm | Emerald Park, 1400 Lake Drive

October 8, 2026

Wild Mushroom Identification

Love wild mushrooms but hesitant to forage? Learn safe ID and consumption with Cascade Mycological Society. Explore habitats, avoid dangers, and find…

Join the Puzzled jigsaw competition on October 25, 1-4 PM! $20/team, $10/individual. Bring a puzzle for the exchange table!

October 25, 2026

Puzzled - A puzzle competition

Puzzled is a fast-paced, fun-filled puzzle-building competition designed for puzzle enthusiasts of all skill levels. This timed event will challenge…

November 10, 2026

Blood Drive

Pre-register. Join us today and save a life!

November 15, 2026

2nd Annual Book Fair

Author spots now OPEN! In collaboration with Emerald Literary Guild, we will provide an atmosphere filled with excitement as people exchange book…

December 5, 2026

Holiday Bazaar

Swing by to do some holiday shopping! This event is always a fun one! Local artists are selling beautiful pieces, made just for you!

December 12, 2026

Holiday Concert

Get ready to embrace the holiday spirit! We’ll kick things off with a delightful spread of treats and finger foods, followed by a festive musical…

December 12, 2026

Breakfast with Santa

Food, fun, and friends! It’s time for the community to come together and celebrate because it’s a wonderful life! Come see Santa, enjoy holiday music…

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