Good morning, Monroe.

The West Monroe West Ouachita Chamber of Commerce is hosting Summer in the Park tomorrow from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Kiroli Park—where a foam party, music, bounce houses, food trucks and kids' activities are offered— with free admission until noon.

The City of Monroe will host the 2025 Housing Fair and Expo on May 31 at the Monroe Civic Center Abe Pierce Convention Center from 9 AM to 1 PM.

The free event offers housing workshops and a marketplace with experts and resources for homebuyers — with a chance to win a $1,000 down payment assistance voucher.

Downtown West Monroe hosts the free outdoor Ouachita Live concert series today from 7-9 p.m. at Alley Park at the corner of Trenton and Natchitoches Streets.

Blues award winner Selwyn Birchwood and special guest D.K. Harrell will perform—ORBS members are invited to a pre-show Meet and Greet at Flying Heart Brewing and Pub at 6 p.m.

ULM and Louisiana Tech received an A+ rating in elementary math teacher preparation by the National Council on Teacher Quality (only 8% of about 1,100 schools earned this honor) and officials said this rating confirms the strength of their teacher programs.

South College and Elm Street are closed to through traffic due to Atmos Energy repairing a gas line; the closure began on May 29 at 8:30 a.m. and remains in effect until today—weather permitting, with drivers advised to use detours on Powell Street, Darbonne Street or Louberta Street.

Monroe organizers of the Theresa Marsala Memorial Golf Classic need 20 more teams to join the tournament honoring former president Marsala—set for June 13 at 8 a.m. at Frenchman’s Bend Country Club—which will raise funds for Cancer Foundation League patient services.

The Theresa Marsala Memorial Golf Classic will raise funds to support the Cancer Foundation League’s patient services and programs — the event is planned to help cover the costs for cancer patients.

North Louisiana Quilters Guild Monthly Meeting

6:30-8:00 p.m. — 2407 Ferrand St, Monroe, LA — Free entry — Engage with fellow quilting enthusiasts during this monthly gathering.

Kitten Shower

10 AM – 4 PM — Ouachita Valley Branch Library — Free admission — Celebrate kittens with snuggles, refreshments, and educational demonstrations.

Pre-Father's Day Blues Show

6-11:59 p.m. — The Hub Event Venue — General Admission $33.85, VIP $81.88 — Experience vibrant blues music on the Creed & Creed Stage before Father's Day.

Open House at 116 Bordeaux Drive

7-9 p.m. — 116 Bordeaux Dr, West Monroe, LA — Free entry — Explore a charming home with spacious rooms and an inviting atmosphere, perfect for summer relaxation.

JSE Team Camp: High School Basketball Showcase

12-5 p.m. — West Monroe Sports & Events — Ticket fees apply — Showcase your basketball skills at Louisiana's only NCAA-approved event for high school teams.