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Ponchatoula is a great  place to live and work.  Our local public schools as well as our parachial school continue to achieve high academic scores and a strong sense of pride in their community.  Churches and faith based organizations abound with an opportunity to get involved.  In fact, there are many ways to volunteer and become involved in your community.  Business leaders are encouraged to join the Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce and work together with other businesses to maintain and grow a sound economy for our area.  The Ponchatoula Area Recreation Department has a sixty-acre park offering baseball, football, soccer and softball for children beginning at age five. It also includes a walking trail and catch and release pond.  We have parks and playgrounds conveniently located around the downtown, while just a short drive away is Global Wildlife Center and Tickfaw State Park.

Visit our member directory for a complete list of chamber members and all the wonderful shopping, browsing and eateries in Ponchatoula.  Stop by the Collinswood Museum for a tour and a history lesson on our community.

Community Events

March, 2010 Events

Saturday the 13th: Jambalaya Cook Off/ Jaycees 8:00AM @ Memorial Park For more info or entry form call 985-969-2821 • Learn more about "Jambalaya Cook Off/ Jaycees" here.

Saturday the 13th: Strawberry Day in the Park 8:00AM @ Memorial Park Dessert Cookoff and Holey Board Tournament. Call 985-351-3684 Queen Theresa is organizing a 1 mile fun run and jump rope and hoola hoop contests too. • Learn more about "Strawberry Day in the Park" here.

Saturday the 13th: St. Patrick's Day Parade 10:30AM @ Whitney Bank to Rockefeller's Annual St. Patrick's Day parade • Learn more about "St. Patrick's Day Parade" here.

Sunday the 14th: St. Joseph Altar 11:30AM @ St. Joseph School Gym • Visit the Official Website St. Joseph Altar sponsored by St. Joseph Church. Feeding of the Saints at 11:30 then the public is invited to eat. 10 a.m. begins Rosary Procession from the School Gym to the Church. • Learn more about "St. Joseph Altar" here.

Thursday the 18th: Texas Hold em Tournament 6:00PM @ Ponchatoula Lions Club Texas Hold em Tournament sponsored by the Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce, Thursday, March, 18, 2010. 6:00PM @ Ponchatoula Lions Club. Must be 21 or older to participate. For more info or to purchase tickets contact the Chamber Business Office @ 985-386-2536. • Learn more about "Texas Hold em Tournament" here.

Friday the 19th: St. Joseph Spring Fair 5:00PM @ 175 N. 8th St. Ponchatoula • Visit the Official Website St. Joseph Annual Spring Fair with rides, food, amusements, bands and more • Learn more about "St. Joseph Spring Fair" here.

Saturday the 20th: Classic & Hot Rod Car, Truck and Bike Show 8:00AM @ Ponchatoula Lions Club 2nd annual Classic and Hot Rod car truck and Bike Show. Registration begins 8 a.m. till 10 a.m. • Learn more about "Classic & Hot Rod Car, Truck and Bike Show" here.

Thursday the 25th: Chamber After Hours 5:30PM @ Packing Shed, Memorial Park March 25th 5:30 hosted by the Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Board. Join us for new after hours incentives for business! Don't miss your chance for FREE ADVERTISING for a month! • Learn more about "Chamber After Hours" here.

Saturday the 27th: PHS Football Booster Club Dance 8:00PM @ Le Fleur de Lis Dance to music by the Dominos all to benefit the PHS Football Team. $20.00 per person admission, Cash Bar, Bring your own snacks. Call Brenda @985-320-3663 • Learn more about "PHS Football Booster Club Dance" here.

April, 2010 Events

Friday the 9th: Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Inc 4:00PM @ Ponchatoula • Visit the Official Website For more information visit www.laststrawberryfest.com or Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival, Inc P O Box 446 Ponchatoula, LA 70454 (800) 917-7045 • Learn more about "Ponchatoula Strawberry Festival Inc" here.

Tuesday the 13th: Lunch & Learn 11:45AM @ O' Donnel's Restarant April 13th, 11:45 till 1:00 p.m. O'Donnels' Restarant William Joubert, Director of the SLU Economic and Business Development, will discuss the support available to Chamber Members. Also, information topics will be discussed. • Learn more about "Lunch & Learn" here.

May, 2010 Events

June, 2010 Events

Saturday the 5th: Citywide Yard Sale 8:00AM @ Ponchatoula Citywide Yard Sale! Come find some great treasures. Have items to sell? Contact the Chamber office to find out how to get your name on the Official Map. 985-386-2536 • Learn more about "Citywide Yard Sale" here.

July, 2010 Events

Saturday the 17th: Christmas In July 10:00AM @ Historic Downtown Ponchatoula Come celebrate. Ponchatoulas Historic District will be all decked out in red, white and blue. July 17th and 18th. Come spend an afternoon enjoying Historic Downtown Ponchatoula. Visit Ole Hardhide and shop early for Christmas. For more information call 1-800-617-4502. • Learn more about "Christmas In July" here.

August, 2010 Events

Tuesday the 17th: Business Expo 6:00PM @ Chesterton Square The Ponchatoula Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the thirteenth annual Ponchatoula Business Expo. A great opportunity for all interested in our community and its growth. For more info contact the Business Office at 985-386-2536 or email chamber@ponchatoulachamber.com or call 985-386-2536. • Learn more about "Business Expo" here.

September, 2010 Events

Saturday the 4th: Labor Day Getaway 10:00AM @ Downtown Ponchatoula • Visit the Official Website Getaway for the day or the weekend for to historic downtown Ponchatoula enjoy a day of visiting our Antique & Collectible Shops, Art Galleries, Specialty Shops and dine in one of our wonderful restaurants. Located at the crossroasds of I-12 and I-10 just 45 minutes from New Orleans and Baton Rouge. • Learn more about "Labor Day Getaway" here.

October, 2010 Events

Saturday the 16th: Ponchatoula Party in the Pits 11:00AM @ Downtown Ponchatoula Party in the Pits October 16, 2010, 11 a.m till 6 p.m. We are closing down the streets and opening up the town for BBQ. Over 35 teams compete for cash prizes. Food and drinks for sale, live music. Thanks to last year's Corporate Sponsors Whitney Bank, PON Food Corporation, Kajun 107.1, The Daily Star and Star Equipment. • Learn more about "Ponchatoula Party in the Pits" here.

December, 2010 Events

Friday the 3rd: Downtown Christmas Lighting 6:00PM @ Downtown Ponchatoula December 3, 2010, is Ponchatoulas Christmas Lights Celebration. Come see the lights, carolers and a special visitor from the North Pole. Beginning at 6:00PM. Shops open late! • Learn more about "Downtown Christmas Lighting" here.

Saturday the 11th: Christmas Parade 5:00PM @ Downtown Ponchatoula Ponchatoula Christmas Parade Happy Holidays!! Visit downtown and enjoy the lights and beauty of the Christmas Season! Your local businesses will appreciate you! • Learn more about "Christmas Parade" here.