🌱 LA Art Exhibition + Jorge Valdé​s, Netflix Star, Comes To LA

Happy Wednesday, neighbors! Here's everything you need to know going on locally today.

First, today's weather:

Plenty of sun. High: 58 Low: 36.

Here are the top 3 stories today in Baton Rouge:

1. Local art and science museum opened an exhibit focused on Louisiana art. The exhibit, called "Our Louisiana" features work from LA artists from the 19th Century through today. It will be open to the public on Saturday, Jan. 15. (BRProud.com)
2. A Netflix documentary star is traveling to Baton Rouge to tailor his wardrobe. Jorge Valdés was featured in Netflix's "Cocaine Cowboys: The Kings of Miami" documentary where he shared his story of being imprisoned for 10 years and becoming a changed man. Along with his story, his clothing sparked conversations amongst viewers, prompting him to share about his tailor on Instagram. (225 Baton Rouge)
3. Baton Rouge community activist Gary Chambers launched a campaign for U.S. Senate. He claimed it's time for a change in LA from someone who gets the challenges the people are facing on a daily basis. He noted that, if elected, he will prioritize economic aid, voting rights, and Medicare. (WAFB)

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Today in Baton Rouge:

• Teen Movie Night & Craft - Livingston Parish Library, Denham Springs-Walker Branch (5:00 PM)
• Beginners Sewing Class - Anna T. Jordan Community Park (5:00 PM)

From my notebook:

• Theatre Baton Rouge is excited about auditions for its April production of SWEET CHARITY! Auditions will take place from Saturday, Feb. 5 to Monday, Feb. 7. Full event details and requirements are in the event description. (Facebook)
• The 2022 Best of 225 Awards nominations are officially open! Please nominate Theatre Baton Rouge for Best Performing Arts Group. Nominations will run until Wednesday, Feb. 9, at 5 p.m. (Facebook)
• The Capital Area PAL Program will be hosting special holiday boxing camp Monday, Jan. 17 for youth ages 7-9 only. Register your son/daughter today; space is limited! (Facebook)

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Now you're in the loop and ready to head out the door on this Wednesday! I'll see you back in your inbox tomorrow morning with a new update.

— Kayla Harrison

About me: Kayla Harrison is a Writing Arts professor, as well as a freelance writer for content creation agency Lightning Media Partners. In her free time, you can find her listening to podcasts, writing poetry, and visiting local coffee shops.