XO shows Baton Rouge What A Night Club Is.

Your eyes aren't deceiving you...This place is located right here in Baton Rouge

Dance Floor. Check.

Plenty of seating for more of your "chill" folks. Check. 

Outdoor patio bigger than most bars you went to this past weekend. Check.

Two bars so you won't lose your buzz waiting for your next drink. Check.

Friendly staff that isn't texting while you are waving your twenty fiercely. And check.

I know I have blogged about XO recently, but that should tell you how impressed I am with this new joint. I think this is exactly what Baton Rouge Nightlife needed. An actual Night Club. Whether you like to run out on the dance floor as soon as your song comes on, or you prefer to sip on your vodka-sodas with your friends in a swanky-er atmosphere, XO is your stop. Every room provides a different atmosphere. And HELLO! Real VIP Sections. Like legitimate, velvet-roped-off, no-unwanted-drunkies-stumbling-in, VIP sections. Don't believe it? Well come join me August 9th for the Grand Opening. Oh and while you are there, check out Lil' Jon (Yes the "WHAT?! OK! Lil Jon). He will be on the stage you see pictured above. Go to XO-BR.com to purchase your tickets in advance. But if you are reading this on August 9th at 8:30 am, no worries. Tickets will be sold at the door as well. Tell them I sent ya!  

Art Melt is an Event for All.

Dancing, Local Art, Baton Rouge Culture..It was all there

Children dancing, Local Artist mingling with the viewers, cocktails, and...wait for it...Food Trucks. This event made my heart melt. I got to GeauxOut, GeauxEat, and GeauxShop. It was great to see a big crowd, and an intrigued crowd. It is refreshing to see how many talented artists live right here in your own back yard. Did you miss it this year? Don't kick yourself in the butt yet. This is an every year event, so make sure to attend in 2015. It will be here before you know it. But let the pictures speak for themselves on how fun this event is for the whole family...after all, that's what art is about right?

Art Melt this Saturday from 5-10 p.m.

Art Melt in Capitol Park Museum Saturday, July 19th 5-10p.m.

Call me a snob. Seriously...I don't mind. But I love ART. You know why I love Art?? Because there is no right and wrong in Art! Except for not buying local. Local Art is the BEST Art. Have your friends over for wine and cheese and watch them gaze over your art wall. They will immediately go straight to your local piece and go, "Savannah, darling, where did you get this piece. It's just GORG."

Ok, ok. I'm going off there, but local artists ARE also local businesses. Buying local art is just like supporting your favorite mom and pop restaurant here in BR. So show up. Walk around. And check out some of the very talented artists that live right here in your backyard. Private Viewing is Friday, July 18th at 7p.m. The event is Saturday Night July 19th from 5 p.m.-10p.m. See you there! 

For more information, go to www.artmelt.org. 

You Haven't Shopped Yet!

Until you have been to Circa 1857 located on Government Street. 

I was introduced to this place on their annual Hot Art, Cold Nights event and immediately fell in love. My Partner in Crime Holly and I stumbled upon this gorgeous Antique Mall while running errands today. She could not believe this piece of heaven existed, and she never knew about it. Equipped with local artist, gift shops, decor, and even an adorable cafe that STILL smelled delicious hours after closing the kitchen...We could not stop looking. Door after door, shop after shop, there was more than enough to explore. This gem also holds multiple events throughout the year to support local artist and sponsored by Mid City Merchants. Events such as "A Mid City Night's Dream", White Light Night, and my personal favorite... "Cold Nights, Hot Art". With locals, wine, refreshments, and the eccentric friendly shop/cafe owners...you will catch me at every event held here. #GeauxShop and tell them I sent ya!

BatonRougeGeaux and How it Works

Baton Rouge is an everything kind of city. No matter what your forte is, the Red Stick City will accommodate it. Whether you enjoy going out every night, spend most of your time in the gym, love trying new foods, or just want to entertain your three children with hours of fun...This place has it all. And I'm here to help you find it. So let's geaux and get out.

If you have a favorite Baton Rouge business (restaurant, bar club, gym, shops, anything!), post a picture on any of your social media sites and #BRGeaux. 

1. If you are out on the town-#GeauxOut

2. If you are eating at a great restaurant- #GeauxEat

3. If you are out shopping-#GeauxShop

4. If you are enjoying something with your family-#GeauxFamily

5. If you are getting your sweat on at your favorite workout place or gym-#GeauxWorkOut

Any who knows?? I may just use the picture you posted for my next post. Most likely..I will!