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Since 1959, Circle Bowl has been racking 'em up for several generations of bowling lovers. Find your place on one of the 32 lanes and go for as many strikes as you can while the kids enjoy some time in "Action Alley," a dizzying game room that features the latest games and interactive fun. Circle Bowling is the perfect place to practice on your game by yourself or bring the whole family. Also, it's a great place for birthday parties, special events and fund raisers. Other great amenities include a big snack bar, Galactic Bowling, a Pro Shop and open play pricing.

The Louisiana Art and Science Museum explores some of nature's most dramatic wonders both from the inside and the outside. On the inside, you can enjoy a vast array of interactive exhibits as well as see movies about volcanoes, among others. Aside from the galleries inside, peer at the galaxy outside in the Rene W. Pennington Planetarium located within the museum. Don't forget to stop by the gift shop to select an item or two that will remind you of your adventurous day at the Louisiana Art and Science Museum. It's the ultimate art attraction in Baton Rouge.

For anyone who has lamented the fact that art and dance have been under fire because of school budget cuts, the presence of Of Moving Colors Productions must be a source of comfort and reassurance. The entity is committed to creating and presenting excellent performances and community-based dance experiences that inspire, educate and stimulate. They also incorporate poetry, music, literature and visual arts to complement their stage presentations. They dance at various community events as well as put on dance camps and other events that allow future dancers a chance to familiarize themselves with the history and origins of their chosen art.