Ponchatoula Pulse, May 21st

This week in Ponchatoula

Last week, we were all over the place—in the best way. We stitched, we stretched, we got a little artsy, and we even cast some lines at the Youth Fishing Rodeo. From soccer tryouts to Berries & Business, Ponchatoula stayed busy, balanced, and very on brand.

Now this week? We're rolling right into summer mode. Sports tryouts are in full swing, the paint and wine are flowing, and Memorial Day weekend is peeking around the corner. Whether you're in it for bugs, board games, or a night of family fun, there’s plenty to keep your calendar colorful.

🍓The Strawberry Scoop: What’s happening this week?🍓

Wednesday | May 21st

• What’s Your Stitch? Knitting and Crochet - Ponchatoula Library

• Toddler Time - PARD

• Cornhole Baseball - PARD

• Open Play Pickleball - PARD

• Volleyball, Boys Soccer, 9th Grade Football & Basketball Tryouts - PHS

• Bingo - Ponchatoula Lions Club

Thursday | May 22nd

• Zumba - PARD

• Volleyball, Girls Soccer Tryouts - PHS

• Interesting Insects - Free Range Hippie / Twin Steeples

• Family Night - Ponchatoula Roller Rink

Friday | May 23rd

• Open Play Pickleball - PARD

• Paint & Play Art Class - Free Range Hippie / Twin Steeples

• Italian Wine Tasting - Crescent Lounge

• Sketch and Board Game Day - Free Range Hippie / Twin Steeples

Saturday | May 24th

• Creative Minds - Twin Steeples

• Memorial Day Weekend - Fireside RV Resort

Sunday | May 25th

• Open Play Pickleball - PARD

• Open Play Volleyball - PARD

Monday| May 26th

• Chair Yoga - PARD

• Karaoke - The Hitch

• Dart Tournament - The Hitch

Tuesday | May 27th

• Line Dancing - PARD

• Zumba - PARD

• Teen Time - Ponchatoula Library

• Kids Basketball Camp - PHS

• Skate Lessons - Ponchatoula Roller Rink

• Darts Tournament - The Hitch

Upcoming Events
(Events that require advanced planning and/or purchases)

May Community Events - North Oaks Health System

Navigating Senior Care Services - Ponchatoula Library

May 28, 2025

Spirit & Cocktail Tasting - Roux & Brew / Sugarfield Cider, Wine and Spirits

May 28, 2025

Open Mic - Twin Steeples

May 29, 2025

Speed & Agility Camp - PARD

May 31, 2025

Strawberry Queen Mandatory Meeting - Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival

May 31, 2025

Sip & Paint - Mandy Mae Fine Art

May 31, 2025

Free Physical Day - Ponchatoula High School

June 6, 2025

Live After 5 - Thomas Cain / Downtown Ponchatoula Revitalization Program

June 6, 2025

Basketball Camp - PARD

June 7, 14, & 28, 2025

Golf Scramble - PHS Football

June 7, 2025

Grand Opening - Chiefs Pub on Pine

June 7 & 8, 2025

Summer Camp - Swamplight Theatre / Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce

June 9, 2025

Chamber After Hours - Swamplight Theatre / Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce

June 12, 2025

Live Music 🥁 

Wednesday | May 21st

• Lake Ragan - Roux & Brew

Thursday | May 22nd

• 3rd Street Band - Roux & Brew

• TJ Barends - La Carreta

Friday | May 23rd

• Christian Serpas - Roux & Brew

• Sylas Faust - La Carreta

Saturday | May 24th

• Lake Ragan - La Carreta

• Lance Villafarra - Roux & Brew

• Pat Catania - Roux & Brew

• Slow Repeat - Roux & Brew

Tuesday | May 27th

• Chris Broussard - Roux & Brew

Help us make sure we don’t miss anything! If you have an upcoming Ponchatoula event, let us know about it!

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