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SUMMARY:NSU Athletics Fall Kickoff Event
DESCRIPTION:Please swing by the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum for the NSU Athletics Fall Kickoff Event.  Meet the student-athletes\, snap a few pictures\, and get some NSU swag from 4:30-6:00pm. \nAt 6:00pm join us as several head NSU coaches discuss the upcoming season and progress taking place at NSU Athletics. \n\nChris Bertrand\, NSU Baseball\nJenny Fuller\, NSU Softball\nMike Heimerman\, NSU Track & Field\nRick Cabrera\, NSU Men’s Basketball\nAnna Nimz\, NSU Women’s Basketball\nBen Kaszeta\, NSU Volleyball\n\nThis event is free and open to the public. \nPlease visit our FLASH Facebook page or call (318) 357-2492 for more information.
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/nsu-athletics-fall-kickoff-event/
LOCATION:Louisiana Sports Hall Of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum\, 800 Front St.\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,NSULA Events,Sports
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SUMMARY:“Coach of a Lifetime: The Story of Lewis Cook Jr.\, Legendary High School Football Coach” book signing with Coach Lewis Cook and author Gaylon White
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame and Northwest Louisiana History Museum as legendary high school coach and 2018 Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame inductee Lewis Cook and author Gaylon H. White discuss their new book “COACH OF A LIFETIME: THE STORY OF LEWIS COOK JR.\, LEGENDARY HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL COACH”. \n\nYou would be hard pressed to find anyone who doesn’t think the world of Coach Cook\, head coach at Notre Dame High School in Acadia Parish since 1997. The title of the book\, Coach of a Lifetime\, comes from a Heisman-like trophy given to Coach Cook by Orlando Thomas\, an All-Pro safety for the Minnesota Vikings\, who played for Cook in both high school and college. “Thanks for your Support\, Love\, Honesty and Friendship\,” the statuette reads. \n\nBorn and raised in Rayne\, Louisiana\, Cook’s career has spanned a mere 30-mile stretch of Interstate 10 between Crowley and Lafayette\, but the number of lives he has touched is countless. The 2025 season will be his 52nd year in coaching\, 41st as a head coach at three high schools in Acadia Parish – Rayne\, Crowley\, and Notre Dame. Overall\, his teams have won 407 games and five state titles\, the first at Crowley in 1989 and the others at Notre Dame. \n\nGaylon White is the author of six books\, including Coach of a Lifetime – The Story of Lew-is Cook.\, Legendary High School Football Coach.  White previously wrote The Best Little Baseball Town in the World about the Crowley Millers and the Evangeline League; Left On Base in the Bush Leagues; Singles and Smiles; The Bilko Athletic Club; and Handsome Ransom Jackson: Accidental Big Leaguer. All were published by Rowman & Littlefield. The Los Angeles-born White graduated in 1967 from the University of Oklahoma with a bachelor’s degree in journalism-broadcasting.  He was a sportswriter for the Denver Post\, Arizona Republic\, and Oklahoma Journal before working in the corporate world for nearly 40 years. White and his wife\, Mary\, live in Kingsport\, Tennessee. \n\nFree and open to the public. \nPlease visit our FLASH Facebook page or call (318) 357-2492 for more information
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/coach-of-a-lifetime-the-story-of-lewis-cook-jr-legendary-high-school-football-coach-book-signing-with-coach-lewis-cook-and-author-gaylon-white-2/
LOCATION:Louisiana Sports Hall Of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum\, 800 Front St.\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly,General,Sports
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SUMMARY:NSU Homecoming Football Game
DESCRIPTION:NSU Demons take on Lamar
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/nsu-football-game-4/
LOCATION:Turpin Stadium\, 450 Caspari St.\, Natchitoches\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,NSULA Events,Sports
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SUMMARY:NSU Football Game
DESCRIPTION:NSU Demons take on Texas A&M- Commerce
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/nsu-football-game-3/
LOCATION:Turpin Stadium\, 450 Caspari St.\, Natchitoches\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,NSULA Events,Sports
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SUMMARY:NSU Football Game
DESCRIPTION:NSU Demons take on Weber State
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/nsu-football-game-2/
LOCATION:Turpin Stadium\, 450 Caspari St.\, Natchitoches\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,NSULA Events,Sports
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SUMMARY:NSU Football Game
DESCRIPTION:NSU Demons take on Prairie View
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/nsu-football-game/
LOCATION:Turpin Stadium\, 450 Caspari St.\, Natchitoches\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,NSULA Events,Sports
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Showtime : LSU'S Spectacular Pistol Pete
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/celebrating-showtime-lsus-spectacular-pistol-pete/
LOCATION:Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum\, 800 Front St.\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,General,Sports
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SUMMARY:Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Induction - June 22\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:Get tickets now and some fun\, rubbing elbows with your sports heroes at these fun\, Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame 2024 Induction events: \nLSHOF Junior Training Camp\n9 – 11 a.m. with check-in starting at 8:30 a.m.\nNSU Wellness\, Recreation\, & Activity Center (WRAC)\nFree clinic for ages 7-17 to participate in drills used by NFL & NBA pros. This is your shot to learn from the 2024 Inductees as well as the NSU football and basketball coaching staff and athletes. \nRound Table Luncheon presented by TAF\n12 – 1:30 p.m. | Riverside Reserve | Natchitoches\, LA\nExclusive event where guest will hear from the 2024 Induction Class in a relaxed Q&A session hosted by Fox Sports broadcaster Tim Brando \n2024 LSHOF Induction Ceremony\nNatchitoches Events Center\n750 2nd Street | Natchitoches\, LA \n5 p.m. – 6:45 Taste of Louisiana Reception at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Museum with passes hors d’oeuvres\, food stations with tasting size portions of cuisine from around the state and an open bar with complimentary beer\, wine\, soft drinks\, and water.\n6 p.m. – Doors open at Natchitoches Events Center\, Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Legends Red Carpet Arrival & cocktail hour.\n7 p.m. – Induction Ceremony begins with the Walk of Legends
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/louisiana-sports-hall-of-fame-induction-june-22-2024/
LOCATION:Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum\, 800 Front St.\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,General,Sports
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SUMMARY:Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Induction
DESCRIPTION:Get tickets now and some fun\, rubbing elbows with your sports heroes at these fun\, Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame 2024 Induction events: \nCelebrity Bowling Bash presented by BOM\n11:30 – 2:00 | Four Seasons Bowling Center | Alexandria\, La.\nIts a party with an open bar\, food\, music\, celebrities\, auction\, raffle and oh some bowling\nYou can register a bowling team\, participate as an individual bowler\, or attend as a non-bowler. \nRockin’ Riverfest presented by Rapides Regional\n6 – 10:30 p.m. | Free and Open to the public\nJoin us on the riverfront in downtown Historic Natchitoches for a free concert & an interactive kids’ zone\, and fireworks \nVIP Taste of Tailgating presented by Hancock Whitney\n7 – 10 p.m. | $100 Adult.; $50 Under 21\nThis exclusive event is the perfect opportunity to meet the 2024 Induction Class! \nThe event features 10 different food stations from local cuisine from all over the state of Louisiana\, complimentary wine & beer\, passed hor d’ oeuvres\, premium view of the band\, meet & greet with 2024 LSHOF Inductees\, fireworks show\, air-conditioned venue\, silent auction and much much more! \n 
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/louisiana-sports-hall-of-fame-induction/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Community,General,No Man's Land,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240620T170000
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SUMMARY:LSHOF Showtime: LSU's Spectacular Pistol Pete
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URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/lshof-showtime-lsus-spectacular-pistol-pete/
LOCATION:Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum\, 800 Front St.\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sports
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CREATED:20240126T053516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240530T011903Z
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SUMMARY:Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame Induction
DESCRIPTION:The public is invited to attend the opening reception\, from 5-7pm at the Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame.
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/louisiana-sports-hall-of-fame-induction-2/
LOCATION:Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame & Northwest Louisiana History Museum\, 800 Front St.\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,General,No Man's Land,Sports
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SUMMARY:Steel Magnolias Run
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URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/steel-magnolias-run/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Community,General,Outdoors,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240114T090000
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CREATED:20240126T053442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240131T092907Z
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SUMMARY:Fishing Course Series: Beginner Rainbow Trout
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/fishing-course-series-beginner-rainbow-trout/
LOCATION:Parc Natchitoches\, 4515 university Pkwy\, Natcitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,General,Outdoors,Sports
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DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231119T160000
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SUMMARY:Light the Way 5K
DESCRIPTION:Join the Natchitoches Area Chamber of Commerce for our annual Light the Way 5k. Lace up your running shoes as we get ready to come together for an evening of fun\, fitness\, and community spirit.  \nThe Light the Way 5k and Fun Run is back for year four! This night-time race is entirely lit with the famous Natchitoches Christmas lights and has become a favorite annual 5k of both locals and visitors. This year’s race will take place on the Sunday following Turn on the Holidays\, Sunday\, November 19th. See below for the full schedule of events. \nRunners of all ages and experience levels are encouraged to participate. Prizes will be awarded to winners in each age bracket as well as those with the best Christmas costume; so get creative and have FUN! Team themes will be considered. \nA portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the NSU Track and Field team and the Natchitoches Chamber Foundation. The Chamber’s foundation exists to transform our business community through education\, leadership development\, and workforce development based initiatives that drive progress in our community. The foundation supports important initiatives such as Leadership Natchitoches\, the A+ Coalition\, and the Natchitoches Young Professionals \nLearn more about the event and register your family to run at NatchitochesChamber.com/Run.  \n  \nRace Day Schedule: \n3:30 PM – 5:30 PM \nRegistration & Packet Pick Up:  \n5:15 PM \nWarm Up & Welcome \n5:30 PM \nFun Run Begins \n5:45 PM \n5K Begins] \n6:15 PM \nCool Down \n6:20 PM \nAwards Ceremony
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/light-the-way-5k/
LOCATION:LA
CATEGORIES:Annual,Community,Family Friendly,General,Outdoors,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231014T063000
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SUMMARY:Run for Burt 5k
DESCRIPTION:The Burt Clark Foundation’s RunForBurt 5K Run/Walk Fundraiser is in memory of Natchitoches native Burt Clark\, a devoted husband\, father\, grandfather\, brother\, friend and citizen. Burt was an avid runner and cyclist who tragically transitioned this life way too soon. Burt was committed to encouraging\, inspiring\, and motivating everyone he met to engage in a more active and healthier lifestyle anchored in fitness.  Burt didn’t just encourage others\, he led by example participating in numerous events annually\, including the Atlanta Peachtree Road Race\, Calloway Gardens Triathlon/Duathlon and Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Beta Lambda Lambda Chapter’s 5K/10K event.  Burt passionately believed everyone should “get up and move” regardless of age\, gender\, physical ability\, or socioeconomic standing.  \nThe Burt Clark Foundation will continue Burt’s passion for inspiring and motivating healthier lifestyle choices\, and through your generous donations and proceeds from BCF events will award two college scholarships annually to deserving high school seniors graduating from Burt’s high school alma mater Natchitoches Central High School or that will be attending Burt’s college alma mater Southern University and A&M College in Baton Rouge\, Louisiana. \nThis Annual RunForBurt 5K Run/Walk fundraiser event will take place at the Historical Downtown Natchitoches River Bank on Saturday October 14\, 2023. Both in-person and virtual participation opportunities will be available for all age groups\, including children\, youth and adults.  Please visit the RunForBurt5K website for detailed race day information. \nCheck in begins at 6:30 AM on Saturday Oct 14.All race day participants MUST check-in to pick up race packets and race bibs. \n ****You will not be able to participate in the race without checking in. \nVirtual participants WILL NOT need to check-in on race day.  You will receive your race packets via regular USPS mail prior to race day. \nOn Saturday\, October 14\, parking will be limited around the riverbank\, please plan accordingly.
URL:https://natchitoches.com/event/run-for-burt-5k/
LOCATION:Historical Downtown Natchitoches River Bank\, 626 Front Street\, Natchitoches\, LA\, 71457\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,General,Outdoors,Sports
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