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SUMMARY:Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an evening of great food\, live music\, and community vibes Bites & Beats in beautiful Miller Quarters Park! \nLive music performed by Therah Nemen! \nThis event is open to the public and perfect for all ages. Bring your lawn chairs\, your appetite\, and your people\, and let’s enjoy another season of Bites & Beats!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/bites-and-beats-6/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260612
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
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SUMMARY:Grilling on Main 2026
DESCRIPTION:Grilling on Main is a high-energy\, non-sanctioned BBQ competition where pitmasters go head-to-head cooking brisket\, ribs\, and chicken\, with meats provided to competitor\, while also creating a signature dish for the People’s Choice category. Teams will fire up their smokers on-site and compete for cash prizes\, awards\, and the coveted Grand Champion belt.\n\nDate: Friday\, June 12- Saturday June 13th (competition weekend)\n\nPublic Samples for People’s Choice will take place on Saturday\, June 13th from 11am-1pm. Get a chance to sample all of the cook team’s dishes for just $10.\n\nCompetition Categories & Payouts-\n\nGrand Champion$4\,000 Prize & Championship Belt\n\nChicken1st Place – $500 & Award2nd Place – $2503rd Place – $125\n\nRibs1st Place – $500 & Award2nd Place – $2503rd Place – $125\n\nBrisket1st Place – $5002nd Place – $2503rd Place – $125\n\nPeople’s Choice1st Place – $1\,0002nd Place – $5003rd Place – $250\n\n-This is a non-sanctioned BBQ competition.-Teams may begin setup at 7:00 AM on Friday\, June 12th.-Competition spaces are first come\, first served and assigned upon arrival by event staff.-Water and limited electricity will be available on-site.-RV electric hookups are not available.-A mandatory competitor meeting will take place on Friday\, June 12 at 5:30 PM. At least one team member must attend to compete.Competition meats will be inspected and distributed during the meeting.-Teams must compete in all three provided meat categories and the People’s Choice category.-All meats and dishes must be prepared and smoked on location.-Any heat source is allowed.-Garnish is not allowed in competition boxes.-Turn-in times must be followed exactly. No grace period will be allowed.-People’s Choice dishes must be meat-based and prepared on-site.-Teams must prepare approximately 1000 samples for the People’s Choice category.\n\nBBQ Team Registration:https://app.seemylegacy.com/…/2484/campaign/8502/overview\n\nFor more BBQ Competition info contact:DJ Thomas318-553-1783
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/grilling-on-main-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T080000
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SUMMARY:Run Minden on Main
DESCRIPTION:A community patriotic-themed 5K race designed to bring residents together\, promote downtown engagement\, and raise funds for the Main Street program during the biggest weekend of the summer. \nFor more information: https://runsignup.com/Race/LA/Shreveport/RunMindenOnMain
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/run-minden-on-main/
LOCATION:Downtown Minden\, LA\, Main Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260613T130000
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SUMMARY:Miss Minden St. Jude Pageant
DESCRIPTION:This pageant will be for girls ages 3-13 to raise money for Minden St. Jude. Please click Google Form to get your daughter registered. Cost for entry is $50. Once you are signed up the registration forms will be emailed to you.\nhttps://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSd6X1BrKDQ…/viewform…
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/miss-minden-st-jude-pageant/
LOCATION:LA
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260627
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SUMMARY:eARTh Camp 2026
DESCRIPTION:June 22- June 26 (9AM-12PM) Age:6-9 Art Instructor—Jennifer Heard\n\nJune 22 -June 26 (1PM-3PM) Age:10-16 Art Instructor—Jennifer Heard\n\n(For more info\, call Tammy Eaton at 318-268-6535 or e-mail:culturalcrossroadsofminden@gmail)\n\nIt’s another exciting summer of art for kids ages 6-16. They will enjoy a variety of art projects designed to inspire and motivate each young artist’s creative spirit.\n\nMs. Heard will direct your child’s experience through this intense week-long schedule of art projects. And The Farm’s beautiful setting is the perfect spot for this incredible week of the arts.\n\nCost: $125. includes supplies\, daily snacks\, and an Earth Camp T-shirt.\nEarth Camp will be held in the “Art Studio at The Farm” located on the corner of Talton and East Union in Minden.\n\nRegistration is limited to the first 20 for each session.To register online visit: https://www.culturalcrossroadsofminden.org/earth-camp-2026
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/earth-camp-2026/
LOCATION:The Farm of Cultural Crossroads\, 419 East Union\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
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SUMMARY:Daddies With Angels Cookout
DESCRIPTION:The Daddies With Angels Cookout is a family-friendly gathering created to honor fathers who have experienced pregnancy or infant loss. This event offers a relaxed outdoor setting for connection\, conversation\, and community.\n\nFood will be provided and distributed while supplies last. This is a clean\, family-centered event focused on unity and support.\n\nHelpful Info:• Family-friendly• Bring your own lawn or folding chairs• Free Event\n\n Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSfYNS76R9l…/viewform…\nNEW DEADLINE TO REGISTER: JUNE 12TH!!\n SUPPORT OUR EVENTS\n\nInterested in donating\, sponsoring\, or volunteering?\n Message us on Facebook heartsandhalosorg@gmail.com
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/daddies-with-angels-cookout/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an evening of great food\, live music\, and community vibes Bites & Beats in beautiful Miller Quarters Park! \nLive music by DJ Milford Parker! \nThis event is open to the public and perfect for all ages. Bring your lawn chairs\, your appetite\, and your people\, and let’s enjoy another season of Bites & Beats!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/bites-and-beats-7/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260730
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260802
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SUMMARY:Miss Louisiana Volunteer 2027 - Official State Pageant
DESCRIPTION:Come experience the crowning of our next Miss and Teen Louisiana Volunteer\, who will go on to represent our state at Miss Volunteer America and Miss Teen Volunteer America.\n\nEnjoy a night of pageant competition\, special performances\, and a spotlight moment for our Magnolia Princesses.\n\n Tickets will be available in June.
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/miss-louisiana-volunteer-2027-official-state-pageant/
LOCATION:Minden Civic Center\, 520 Broadway\, Minden\, 71055\, United States
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SUMMARY:Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an evening of great food\, live music\, and community vibes Bites & Beats in beautiful Miller Quarters Park! \nLive music by John Gill! \nThis event is open to the public and perfect for all ages. Bring your lawn chairs\, your appetite\, and your people\, and let’s enjoy another season of Bites & Beats!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/bites-and-beats-8/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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SUMMARY:Bites and Beats
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for an evening of great food\, live music\, and community vibes Bites & Beats in beautiful Miller Quarters Park! \nLive music by Beaux Atkins! \nThis event is open to the public and perfect for all ages. Bring your lawn chairs\, your appetite\, and your people\, and let’s enjoy another season of Bites & Beats!
URL:https://greatermindenchamber.com/event/bites-and-beats-9/
LOCATION:Miller Quarters Park\, 198 Gleason Street\, Minden\, LA\, 71055\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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