Martin Baptist Church invites the community to a special worship service Sun June 28, at 11am, featuring guest Olivia Lane. Lane is a gospel music artist and host on The Message, SiriusXM Channel 65. Church members and visitors alike are encouraged to attend this special service for a morning of worship, music, and fellowship. Organizers invite everyone to make plans to join them for this inspiring event.

New Life Church will host a Kids & Youth Night on July 1 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at New Life Church, located at 5047 Duke Avenue in Hall Summit. The event is open to children and youth ages 4 years old through 12th grade and will feature fellowship, Bible lessons, activities, and opportunities for spiritual growth. At the same time, adults are invited to attend a Bible study led by Bro. Collin in the sanctuary. Families are encouraged to attend together and bring friends for an evening of faith, learning, and fellowship.

LifeShare Blood Center’s annual United We Give community blood drive is taking place July 1-3. Summer blood donations drop by nearly 20%, yet the need for blood remains constant. Through United We Give, LifeShare invites the community to come together and help ensure local patients have the lifesaving blood products they need. Donors who give during the campaign will receive a limited-edition Red, White, & YOU t-shirt and a $25 gift card. The promotion is available at all LifeShare donor centers and mobile drives, excluding Baton Rouge.

Riverdale Academy cheerleaders are offering parents a chance to enjoy a night out while supporting the school’s cheer program. Parents Night Out events will be held July 11, September 12, and October 3 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Children in sixth grade and younger are invited to attend for $25 per child, with food provided. Each event will feature a fun theme, including board games, science challenges, arts and crafts, and a movie night. Proceeds will benefit the Riverdale Academy Cheerleader Fundraiser.

Martin Baptist Church will host its 5th Annual Basketball Camp July 12-14 for students who have completed Pre-K4 through 7th grade. The camp will be held each evening from 5:30 to 7:30pm, with drop-off beginning at 5:15pm. Participants will have the opportunity to develop basketball fundamentals, build teamwork skills, and enjoy a positive environment. Free snacks and drinks will be provided each day. All children must have a completed waiver on file to attend. For additional information, contact Dan Dupree at (318) 464-5303.

Area educators are invited to take advantage of a special Teacher Resource Day at Mansfield State Historic Site on July 22 at 10am. The program is designed to help teachers discover ways to incorporate local history, social studies, and science resources into their classrooms. Participants will learn about available educational materials, lesson opportunities, tours, and hands-on activities that can enhance student learning. Admission fees will be waived for teachers who present a current school identification badge. Organizers encourage educators to attend and explore resources that can bring classroom lessons to life while connecting students to local history and science.