Natchitoches Parish Library Offers Free Halloween Costume Checkout Through Oct. 31
Natchitoches Parish Library
The Natchitoches Parish Library’s free Halloween costume checkout program continues through Saturday, Oct. 31, at its Main Branch in Natchitoches and Northeast Branch in Campti.
Adult patrons may check out up to two costumes using their library cards, with costumes due back six weeks after checkout. Costumes are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
The library also accepts donations of gently used costumes for future use. Donations during November and December may qualify for reductions in certain library fines through the annual Fine ForGIVING program.
Natchitoches Police Announce Halloween Trick-or-Treat Hours, Safety Reminders
Natchitoches Police Department
The Natchitoches Police Department reminds residents that neighborhood trick-or-treating will take place Saturday, Oct. 31, from 5 to 8 p.m.
Police encourage children to travel in groups or with adults, use sidewalks, cross streets carefully and visit only homes with porch lights illuminated. Parents should inspect all candy before allowing children to eat it.
Additional officers will patrol neighborhoods during Halloween activities.
Suspicious activity may be reported to Natchitoches Police at 318-352-8101 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 318-238-2388.
Natchitoches Parish Library to Offer Free Legal Advice – Today
Natchitoches Parish Library
The Natchitoches Parish Library will offer free legal assistance Tuesday, Oct. 27, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the third-floor meeting room of its Main Branch, 450 Second St.
Local attorney John Guillet will be available to answer residents’ legal questions as part of the statewide Lawyers in Libraries program.
The program is designed to help residents obtain information about legal concerns and identify resources available to them.
Natchitoches Community Care to Host Halloween Celebration Thursday
Natchitoches Community Care
Natchitoches Community Care will host its annual Trick or Treat celebration Thursday, Oct. 29, from 5 to 7 p.m. at 781 LA-494 in Natchitoches.
The free community event will feature indoor trick-or-treating, games, food and activities involving residents and local business partners.
Organizers are accepting donations of candy and treats in the facility’s lobby. Clubs and businesses interested in participating may contact Anda Andrews at 318-228-3341 or Justin Cruse at 318-352-8296.
Classic on the Cane Marching Festival Set for Saturday at NSU
Northwestern State University
Northwestern State University will host the 37th annual Classic on the Cane Marching Festival Saturday, Oct. 31, at Turpin Stadium in Natchitoches.
The competition will feature marching bands performing throughout the day, with activities scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
The festival brings together bands of various sizes and experience levels to perform in a competitive setting similar to state marching contests.
Spectators are welcome to attend and support participating student musicians. Concessions and souvenirs will be available.
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