“Spotlight” column for July 23, 2012
‘Cuts for Kids’
Get spiffed up for the start of school.
WHAT: Remington College’s Baton Rouge campus is providing two weeks of complimentary haircuts for children ages 17 and younger.
WHEN: 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. weekdays through Aug. 3.
WHERE: Remington College - Baton Rouge campus, 4520 Sherwood Forest Blvd., Unit 001.
INFORMATION: (225) 291-4660.
DETAILS: Appointments can be scheduled. Walk-ins are also welcome. Haircuts will be done by instructors and students in the cosmetology program. Adults who bring a child in for the event can get 50 percent off select services themselves.
Meet Big Baby
Give a helping hand to the Glen “Big Baby” Davis Foundation.
WHAT: The fundraiser gives participants a chance to meet the Orlando Magic and former LSU basketball player.
WHEN: 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Friday.
WHERE: Shaw Center for the Arts, 100 Lafayette St., second-floor lobby.
INFORMATION: http://www.manshiptheatre.org.
DETAILS: There will be door prizes, complimentary food and a chance to play Davis in a game of “NCAA Football 13.” Tickets are $20 with the proceeds benefiting Davis’ foundation that raises awareness of children’s literacy and demonstrates the positive impact that reading has on youth and the community.
‘Cruisin’ for a Cure’
Enjoy yourself and help out the American Cancer Society.
WHAT: Syngenta will host the open car/truck/bike show.
WHEN: Saturday.
WHERE: Syngenta’s Pavilion, Highway 75 in St. Gabriel.
INFORMATION: (225) 642-1177 or (225) 317-0390.
DETAILS: Registration is $25 and will be from 9 a.m. until noon with awards at 3 p.m. In addition to the show, there will be door prizes, a 50/50 drawing, silent and live auctions, food and drinks, and music.
Mike’s birthday
Pick up a brush and celebrate.
WHAT: A painting party celebrating Mike VI’s 7th birthday.
WHEN: 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday.
WHERE: Corks ’n Canvas, Jefferson Highway.
ADMISSION: $40 per person, includes canvas and paints, prizes, birthday treats and wine.
INFORMATION: http://www.corksncanvas.com/batonrouge or (225) 578-9826.
DETAILS: Participants will paint the eye of the tiger at the event that’s sponsored by the LSU School of Veterinary Medicine’s volunteer league, Pearls & Tiger Paws. Space is limited.