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SUMMARY:Night at the Museum with Mark Chreene and Jake Chapman
DESCRIPTION:Join us Monday\, October 9th for our final Night at the Museum of 2023\, “For the Love of the Tide” with Mark Chreene and Jake Chapman. Be sure to check out their new podcast “First & Tide Rewind.” \nEvents are held in the Media Room at the Dorcheat Historical Association Museum located at 116 Pearl Street in Minden. Doors will open at 5:30 pm. The program will begin at 6:00 pm. Seating is limited. Admission is free and potluck desserts and snacks are welcome. \nFor more information contact the museum at 318-377-3002. You can visit the museum during our regular hours\, Tuesday – Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm (closed for lunch 1:00 – 2:00). Admission to the museum is free. Donations are always appreciated.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/night-at-the-museum-with-mark-chreene-and-jake-chapman/
LOCATION:Dorcheat Historical Museum\, 116 Pearl St.\, Minden\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231014T160000
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SUMMARY:5th Annual Minden Maker’s Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Fall as we host our 5th annual Minden Maker’s Fair Saturday\, October 14th at The Farm of Cultural Crossroads (419 East Union) in Minden\, LA. \nWhen you attend Minden Maker’s Fair you’ll find artisans selling their handmade goods\, culinary artists with plenty of treats to take home\, & food vendors! \nDemonstrations:\nPottery with Mandie Ebarb\nGlass Blowing with Ivy Woods\nLSU AgCenter Webster Parish\nTurnUp Dance Fitness Workshop\nFree Make & Take Art provided by Webster Parish Libraries. \nFree:\nFree Face Painting\nFree Balloon Art\n(By LAFF-CO Home of Jelly the Clown)\nFree Henna Tattoos\n(By CreateItHannah)\nOn display: Art at the Farm Student Works Gallery \nTo apply as a vendor\, volunteer\, or demonstrator use this link:\nwww.mindenmakersfair.com/vendorregistration \nSponsors make it possible for us to provide all the free elements of the event! \nCorporate Sponsors\nCatherine C. Hunt of LaState Realty\nSpeer Roofing & Construction\, LLC \nFriends of The Farm\nB1 Bank \nSupporting Sponsor:\nBobbies Hobbies \nFunded in part by Webster Parish Tourism \nHOME
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/5th-annual-minden-makers-fair/
LOCATION:The Farm of Cultural Crossroads\, 419 East Union\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cultural Crossroads":MAILTO:culturalcrossroadsofminden@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231028T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T135834Z
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SUMMARY:Minden Parks and Recreation Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Minden Parks and Recreation Fall Festival is for everyone in Minden\, Webster Parish\, and surrounding areas. The event is FREE for everyone! The Minden REC will have food vendors\, jump houses\, games\, and a haunted house inside the gym building. We will have a costume contest for ages 5-12.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/minden-parks-and-recreation-fall-festival-3/
LOCATION:Minden\, LA\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231125T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231125T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T175709Z
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SUMMARY:SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY-MINDEN
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the neighborhood. \nGet up\, get out\, get together and shop local in historical Minden\, LA. on Small Business Saturday. Join our local merchants for a day of fun celebrating our Small Businesses. \nShop Small Saturday is a great day to do a little Christmas shopping\, have lunch\, and enjoy the season. This event is held in conjunction with American Express Small Business Saturday and is a great way to show your support for small businesses. \nParticipating Businesses\nACE Hardware\nBellavana Coffee Truck\nBOBBIES HOBBIES\nDorcheat Historical Museum\nFishy Stitches & Gifts\nFlipFlop Resale\nGeaux Fresh\nGrays Jewelry\nHeavenly Treasures\nIt’s Sew Monica\nJ&K Trading Cards & Collectibles\nKim’s Attic\nLaKait Boutique\nMercy’s Closet\nMerle Norman’s\nMinden Coin & Collectibles\nMomma’s Little Corner\nParish Design Co.\nPossibilities Antiques and Collectibles\nRed Blooms\nShake Those Pounds\nSay Baby\nThe parTEA Room-Breakfast with Santa Claus\nTG’s Garden & Gifts\nTre’sors D’Anton\nUnder Dawgs Sports Grill Kick-Off Brunch\nXpressions Hair Design \nSmall Business Saturday\, November 25\nThere will be open houses\, side walk sales\, crossover discounts\, in store specials along with in store drawings entries with purchase.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/small-business-saturday-minden-3/
LOCATION:Minden Louisiana\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Shop Small-Minden":MAILTO:shopsmallminden@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240914T160000
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CREATED:20240909T163235Z
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SUMMARY:Cruisin' & Groovin' Downtown Minden
DESCRIPTION:16th Annual Car and Bike Show in Downtown Minden Saturday\, September 14th! There will be live entertainment\, contests\, and great food! \nAll proceeds will be donated to the American Cancer Society\, St. Jude\, UCAP\, Pink Ribbon\, and Sickle Cell. \nJudging starts at 11am. Trophies presented at 2pm. \nJoin us for a great day in Downtown Minden!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/cruisin-groovin-downtown-minden/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vintage Car Club of Minden":MAILTO:vintageminden@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240929T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20240917T162149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T162149Z
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SUMMARY:Fall Fest
DESCRIPTION:5th Sunday Fall Fest at Living Word Minden! \nSunday\, September 29th from 5-7pm \nThere will be bounce houses\, axe throwing\, soccer darts\, ninja wall\, and more!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/fall-fest/
LOCATION:Living Word Minden\, 440 Highway 531\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241001T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20240926T153152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T153538Z
UID:14926-1727802000-1727805600@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Webster Parish Fair Parade
DESCRIPTION:Webster Parish Fair Parade in Downtown Minden starting at 5pm. \n  \nJoin us after the parade for the Poultry and Rabbit show starting at 6pm at the Fairgrounds. \n(No Rides until Wednesday) \n  \nFor more information about the parade\, contact Alvin Maynor at 318-268-0954
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/webster-parish-fair-parade/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T210000
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CREATED:20240926T154022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T154022Z
UID:14933-1727892000-1727902800@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Webster Parish Fair
DESCRIPTION:Rides start at 6pm! It is “Armband Nite”. \n4-H Wine Showmanship then Swine Weight Classes starting at 6pm in the livestock area. \n  \nGATE ENTRANCE FEE: $2.00 (The gate entrance fee will be $2.00 the rest of the week)
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/webster-parish-fair-2/
LOCATION:Minden Fairgrounds\, 800 Goodwill St\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20240926T182405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T182405Z
UID:14939-1727978400-1727989200@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Webster Parish Fair
DESCRIPTION:6pm: Rides Start – “Armband Nite” \n6pm: 4H Goat\, Beef\, Lamb Showmanship \n7pm: Dairy and Doug Sale Showmanship \n  \nGate Entrance: $2.00
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/webster-parish-fair-3/
LOCATION:Minden Fairgrounds\, 800 Goodwill St\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241004T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241004T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20240926T182526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T182526Z
UID:14941-1728064800-1728075600@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Webster Parish Fair
DESCRIPTION:11:30 a.m. – Buyers’ Luncheon \n1 p.m. – Livestock Auction (4-H Show Barn) \n6 p.m. – Rides Start \n  \nGate Entrance: $2.00
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/webster-parish-fair-4/
LOCATION:Minden Fairgrounds\, 800 Goodwill St\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20240926T182632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240926T182639Z
UID:14943-1728133200-1728147600@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Webster Parish Fair
DESCRIPTION:1 p.m. – Fair Gates Open \n1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Kids’ Day \n2 p.m. Pizza Eating Contest\, Sponsored by Johnny’s Pizza \n  \nGate Entrance: $2.00
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/webster-parish-fair-5/
LOCATION:Minden Fairgrounds\, 800 Goodwill St\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T220000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20240930T155900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T155937Z
UID:14969-1728745200-1728770400@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Minden Oktoberfest 2024
DESCRIPTION:Round Table Presents Minden Oktoberfest 2024! \nFree admission\, cornhole tournament\, live music\, food\, and more! Come on down to Downtown Minden Saturday\, October 12th from 3pm-10pm!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/minden-oktoberfest-2024/
LOCATION:Down Town Minden Main St.\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241015T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20241008T174429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T174429Z
UID:15033-1729015200-1729022400@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:National Night Out at Hillside Apartments
DESCRIPTION:Hillside Apartments is hosting a Truck or Treat for National Night Out on Tuesday\, October 15th from 6pm to 8pm. \nContact Hillside Apartments for any questions at 318-377-5550.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/national-night-out-at-hillside-apartments/
LOCATION:Hillside Apartments\, 400 Hillside Lane\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20241008T143650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241008T143650Z
UID:15028-1729620000-1729627200@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Autumn Leaves & Bingo Breeze
DESCRIPTION:Meadowview Health & Rehab Center is hosting Autumn Leaves & Bingo Breeze on Tuesday\, October 22nd from 6pm-8pm. \nEvent Details: \n\nFree for ALL ages\nALL ages welcome\nGreat Prizes & Refreshments\nTour “The Meadows” Meadowview’s new Memory Care Wing\n\nContact Toquella Gooding at 318-771-4331 for any questions.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/autumn-leaves-bingo-breeze/
LOCATION:Meadowview Health & Rehab Center\, 400 Meadowview Dr\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241026T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20241024T194829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T194829Z
UID:15144-1729965600-1729976400@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Fall Festival
DESCRIPTION:Minden Rec Center is hosting their Fall Festival Saturday\, October 26th from 6pm to 9pm. \nJump houses\, games\, trunk or treat\, costume contest\, and lots of family fun! Haunted House entry is $1 per person. Parking and admission are FREE!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/fall-festival-4/
LOCATION:Minden Recreation Center\, 1001 Recreation Dr\, Minen\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241028T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241028T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20241011T193757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T193757Z
UID:15069-1730134800-1730142000@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Webster Parish Library - Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:Webster Parish Libraries is hosting their annual Trunk or Treat on Monday\, October 28th from 5pm to 7pm! \nEvent includes Trunk or Treat\, Library Fun House\, Trunk Contest\, Performances and Spectacles\, Food Vendors\, and more! The event is free to attend. \nFor more information\, please visit Webster Parish Libraries website or call at 318-371-3080.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/webster-parish-library-trunk-or-treat/
LOCATION:Webster Parish Library\, 521 East & West Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241207T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20241204T174809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241204T174809Z
UID:15566-1733594400-1733598000@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Sing! Christmas
DESCRIPTION:First Minden Worship presents Sing Christmas! \nExperience Christmas at First Minden! \n 
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/sing-christmas/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 301 Pennsylvania Ave\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250327T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20250324T190839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T190839Z
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SUMMARY:You're Being Scammed - Panel
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this event and the valuable information our panelists will be sharing about scams\, fraud\, and how to prevent becoming the next victim. Dinner is provided for FREE. FREE to attend! \nAn RSVP is REQUIRED: Call 318-377-0523 to reserve your spot!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/youre-being-scammed-panel/
LOCATION:Minden Civic Center\, 520 Broadway\, Minden\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20250324T191859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T191859Z
UID:16980-1743701400-1743705000@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Faith & Security: Protecting the Flock
DESCRIPTION:The City of Minden\, in collaboration with Chief Jared McIver\, District Attorney Schuyler Marvin\, and Mayor Nick Cox is hosting Faith & Security: Protecting the Flock. The purpose of this course is to ensure the safety and well-being of our community. It is FREE to attend. RSVP to jmciver@mindenusa.com or mayor@mindenusa.com.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/faith-security-protecting-the-flock/
LOCATION:Minden Civic Center\, 520 Broadway\, Minden\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20250218T194803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T195515Z
UID:16564-1744452000-1744480800@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Scottish Tartan Festival
DESCRIPTION:Kilt up and join us for a day full of Scottish culture\, music and games! Hear the skirl of the bagpipes as you explore your heritage at the clan tents. Enjoy traditional and modern Celtic music with bands Emerald Accent\, Cleghorn\, Mandolin State\, harpist Miriam Bennett and special guests\, Grammy Award winning musicians\, The Cox Family! Marvel at the quick feet of the Thistle Dancers & Pipers and the agility of the Jackson Irish Dancers as they perform Highland dance and jigs. Experience the fluid fusion of belly dance and rhythm from The Gems accompanied by the drumming of Logjam. Learn about history through the exhibits of our artisans and craftsmen. Cheer on your favorite champion at the Highland Games competition or enter your furry friend in the Dog Show. Come see which contestant can “down a pound” of haggis in the “Haggis-Eating Contest” while you enjoy Scottish foods\, as well as traditional festival foods. Feel free to dance around the Maypole\, and shop till you drop with our Celtic vendors. It’s sure to be one giant Ceilidh (that’s Scottish for party)! \nTickets available online at our website or at the gate on festival day. $15 for adults ages 12 and up; $5 for ages 6 – 11; Free entry ages five and under.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/scottish-tartan-festival-3/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250412T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250324T195114Z
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SUMMARY:Easter Eggstravaganza
DESCRIPTION:North Acres Baptist Church is hosting their Easter Eggstravaganza on Saturday\, April 12th from 11:30am to 1:30pm. 🐰
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/easter-eggstravaganza-2/
LOCATION:North Acres Baptist Church\, 1852 Lewisville Rd\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250509T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20250411T160731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T160731Z
UID:17257-1746784800-1746799200@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Open House & Community Day at Regions Bank
DESCRIPTION:Regions Bank invites you to take a break from your day to enjoy local food trucks\, community organizations\, and a chance to win a Regions bike! \n📅Friday\, May 9th \n⌚10am – 2pm \n📍Regions Bank
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/open-house-community-day-at-regions-bank/
LOCATION:Regions Bank\, 200 Homer Road\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250613T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250614T180000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20250516T192353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T192353Z
UID:17785-1749801600-1749924000@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Grilling on Main 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Downtown Minden for Grilling on Main on June 13 & 14\, 2025 for family fun\, great BBQ\, live music by Flight Delay\, local food vendors and more! Patrons bring $5 to sample each team’s barbecue! Big ticket raffles on-site by Traeger and other vendors!\n\nEvent Schedule:\nFriday June 13\, 2025:Competitor Setup: 5am-6pmCheck in: 8am-6pmLittle Grillers: 6pmCompetitors Meeting/Meat Handout: 7pmLive Music: 7pm-9pmCornhole: 7:30pmLittle Grillers Awards: 8pmFireworks: 9pm\n\nSaturday June 14\, 2025:Judges Meeting: 10amPeople’s Choice: 11am-2pmChicken Turn-in: 11amRibs Turn-in: 1pmBrisket Turn-in: 3pmAwards: 5pm\n\n\n\nThis is a non-sanctioned BBQ competition with categories of: brisket\, chicken\, & ribs (meat is provided) with an open dish people’s choice category (team provided). All competitors must compete in people’s choice and all three meats. Team check in and meat handoff will be at The Venue on Pearl\, located at 110 Pearl Street\, Minden\, LA 71055. All meat/dishes must be prepared/smoked on location. Any heat source is allowed. Meats must be turned in provided trays. No garnish allowed.\n\nGrand Champion: $4\,000 & awardPeople’s Choice Champion: $1\,000 & award\nRibs1st- $500 & award2nd- $2503rd- $125\nBrisket1st- $500 & award2nd- $2503rd- $125\nChicken1st- $500 & award2nd- $2503rd- $125\n\nTeam Registration:https://www.mainstreetminden.com/grilling-on-main\n\nLittle Grillers Registration:https://www.mainstreetminden.com/…/milk-dip-cup-92wf6…\n\nFor sponsor information email or text:hatcher.shawn@hotmail.com318-272-0175\n\nFor any additional competition questions email or text:dj@porkandforkbbq.com318-553-1783
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/grilling-on-main-2025/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250703T210000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
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UID:18108-1751562000-1751576400@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:🦆7th Annual Duck Derby Extravaganza🦆
DESCRIPTION:7th Annual Duck Derby Extravaganza📅 Thursday\, July 3rd\, 2025🕔 Festivities begin at 5:00 PM📍 Downtown Minden🎉 Presented by The Mosaic Company \nThe Greater Minden Chamber’s Duck Derby Extravaganza is back—and it’s bigger than ever! Don’t miss this family-friendly evening packed with fun\, including: \n🦆 Duck Derby • 🎈 Children’s Parade • 🎶 Live Music🍔 Food • 🛍️ Local Vendors • 🏆 Contests • 🎇 Fireworks \n💵 Cash Prizes:🥇 1st Place – $1000🥈 2nd Place – $500🥉 3rd Place – $250 \n🎟 Get your racing ducks today!1 Duck – $5 | Quack Pack (5) – $20Quacker’s Dozen (12) – $50 | Flock of Ducks (25) – $100👉 Purchase Tickets Here \n📲 Follow the Event on Facebook🔗 Learn more at: greatermindenchamber.com/duckderby
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/%f0%9f%a6%867th-annual-duck-derby-extravaganza%f0%9f%a6%86/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20250709T191431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T191431Z
UID:18892-1752773400-1752780600@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the July “Bites & Beats” live music & food truck series. This month will feature an array of food trucks and The Lovers Band.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/bites-and-beats/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250821T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20250812T155836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T155836Z
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SUMMARY:August Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Miller Quarters Park for the August Bites & Beats with the Justin Sanders Band! This Shreveport-based group blends traditional country\, red dirt\, and southern rock into a fresh\, high-energy sound you won’t want to miss. \nWe invite you every third Thursday of the Month for “Bites & Beats” live music & food truck series at Miller Quarters Park in downtown Minden\, LA.Music line-up:August- Justin Sanders BandSeptember- Beaux Atkins BandOctober- Haley Brooke
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/august-bites-and-beats/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20250911T143112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T143112Z
UID:20151-1759276800-1759622399@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Webster Parish Fair
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday\, Sept. 30 \n5 p.m. Fair Parade downtown Minden \n5 p.m. Livestock weigh-in \n6 p.m. Poultry and Rabbit Show \nNO RIDES UNTIL WEDNESDAY \n\nWednesday\, Oct. 1 \n6 p.m. Rides start. Armband Nite\, Gate entrance fee: $2/rest of week \n6 p.m. 4-H Swine Showmanship then Swine Weight Classes (Livestock Arena) \n\nThursday. Oct. 2 \n9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Senior Citizens Day\, Minden Civic Center \n6 p.m. Rides start. Armband Nite. \n6 p.m. 4-H Goat\, Lamb\, Beef Showmanship \n7 p.m. 4-H Dairy and Doug Sale Showmanship. \n\nFriday\, Oct. 3 \n11:30 a.m. Buyers’ Luncheon \n1 p.m. Livestock Auction (4-H Show Barn) \n6 p.m. Rides Start. \n\nSaturday\, Oct. 4 \n1 p.m. Fair Gates Open \n1 p.m. until 5 p.m. Kids Day! \n2 p.m. Pizza Eating Contest sponsored by Johnny’s Pizza.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/webster-parish-fair-6/
LOCATION:Webster Parish Fairgrounds\, 800 Goodwill Rd.\, Minden\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251016T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20250930T204833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T204833Z
UID:20414-1760635800-1760646600@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the last “Bites & Beats” live music & food truck series of the season at Miller Quarters Park in downtown Minden\, LA.Music line-up:October- Therah Newman
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/bites-and-beats-3/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20250923T194557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T194557Z
UID:20321-1761240600-1761247800@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Hogwarts Trunk or Treat: Part 2
DESCRIPTION:✨ Hogwarts Trunk or Treat: Part 2! ✨ \nThe magic returns on October 23rd from 5:30pm-7:30pm at the Minden Library! Enjoy Trunk or Treat Lane\, a reimagined Hogwarts adventure\, and new surprises for the whole family. Don’t miss this enchanting night! \n👉 Details & sign-ups: websterparishlibrary.org
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/hogwarts-trunk-or-treat-part-2/
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251025T223000
DTSTAMP:20260406T061210
CREATED:20250717T195627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T154514Z
UID:19096-1761406200-1761431400@greatermindenchamber.com
SUMMARY:Witches Ride of Minden 2025
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/witches-ride-of-minden-2025/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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