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Ponchatoula Pulse #1
A love letter to the people of Ponchatoula
This week in Ponchatoula
October 30, 2024
Welcome to Ponchatoula Pulse!
We’re here to bring you the heartbeat of Ponchatoula celebrating everything we love about our city. From local businesses and community events to everyday heroes and hidden gems, our newsletter is all about the people, passions, and personality that make Ponchatoula unique.
Why are we doing this? Well, because we believe there’s something special about living here, and it’s time we share it with everyone. Whether you’re a lifelong resident or a new face in town, we want to connect you with the stories, happenings, and local highlights that bring our community together. Bringing you closer to the heart and soul of Ponchatoula life!
📜 Fun Fact of the Week!
What’s in a name? Ponchatoula comes from the Choctaw words "pashi" (hair) and "itula" (to fall), probably referring to the Spanish moss hanging from our trees. Fancy, right?
🍓The Strawberry Scoop: What’s happening this week?🍓
The fall is jam-packed with activities, y'all! Get your pumpkin spice lattes ready:
Thursday | October 31st
Free Range Hippie - Ponchatoula Library
Trunk or Treat - Ponchatoula Jaycees
Trunk or Treat - Ponchatoula Lions Club
The Little Mermaid - Ponchatoula High School Drama Club
Friday | November 1st
Adoption Event - Kat Vet
Live After 5: Thomas Cain - Downtown Ponchatoula Revitalization Program
Toula Que & Fall Fest - Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Inc
Antique Trade Days - Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce
Saturday | November 2nd
Adoption Event - Kat Vet
Arts & Crafts - Ponchatoula Library
Toula Que & Fall Fest - Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Inc
Antique Trade Days - Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce
Joe & Mo Show - Ponchatoula Lions Club
The Little Mermaid - Ponchatoula High School Drama Club
Sunday | November 3rd
Drama Kings - Manila’s Cafe
Toula Que & Fall Fest - Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Inc
Antique Trade Days - Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce
The Little Mermaid - Ponchatoula High School Drama Club
Tuesday| November 5th
Bingo Night - Crescent Lounge
Live Music 🥁
Wednesday | October 30th
Ryan Purser - Roux & Brew
Thursday | October 31st
Pat Catania - Roux & Brew
Friday | November 1st
Trey Morgan - Roux & Brew
Chris Broussard - Roux & Brew
Blue Soul - Roux & Brew
Saturday | November 2nd
Drama Kings - Manila’s Cafe
Mia Dixon - Roux & Brew
Pat Catania - Roux & Brew
Lindsay Cardinale - Roux & Brew
Help us make sure we don’t miss anything! If you have an upcoming Ponchatoula event, let us know about it!
And that’s a wrap on Issue #1! Thanks for diving into the first-ever Ponchatoula Pulse with us—we hope you found a little spark, a lot of local charm, and some new reasons to love this town we call home. As we keep rolling events, and hometown highlights, remember: this is your Pulse too! Got a tip, a story, or just a thought to share? We’re all ears. Until next week, stay connected, stay curious, and let’s keep Ponchatoula thriving together!
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