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Upcoming Events

August Reflections in the Garden

08/03/2026 12:00 PM • Ione Burden Conference Center (4560 Essen Ln)
September Reflections in the Garden

09/14/2026 12:00 PM • Ione Burden Conference Center (4560 Essen Ln)
October Reflections in the Garden

10/05/2026 12:00 PM • Ione Burden Conference Center (4560 Essen Ln)
November Reflections in the Garden

11/02/2026 12:00 PM • Ione Burden Conference Center (4560 Essen Ln)

St. Nicholas Icon Painting Workshop

Our staff of volunteers is pleased to offer an icon of the beloved St. Nicholas led by trained Iconographers. The workshop schedule is August 16 -21, 2026. Sunday, August 16 hours are from 1-3 pm; Monday–Friday from 8 am–5 pm. Completed and varnished paintings may be picked up on Saturday, August 22 from 9–10 am.

Location: Ione Burden Conference Center

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4560 Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA. 70809 (225) 763-3990
Email us at fobgburden@gmail.com