Month: May 2020

Five Things to Do Downtown

Join us for a first post- COVID art exhibit, say hello to the ‘new’ Red River Brewpub and prepare for a second wave of homegrown goodness. You’ll be happy to know that the pandemic hasn’t shut down summer camp OR the rampant creativity of local young people at Film Prize Jr. The temps are toasty […]

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Spring Street Closure Update

  UPDATE Thursday, June 4:– Work has started on the Spring Street overpass bridge into downtown Shreveport. The contract states that the work should be completed in 70 working days, so expect the bridge to be out until at least August, barring significant weather delays. The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development announced that the […]

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Welcome, Seedlinks Behavior Management!

Chances are good you won’t recognize the old Pump Masters building at 1533 Marshall Street. The building, which sat vacant for nearly ten years, was recently purchased by Seedlinks Behavior Management to become the home office for their team of doctors, nurses and clinicians. The business offers family stability classes, mental health treatments, and crisis […]

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Visit the Open Safe SBC Website

Area healthcare experts joined government and business leaders from both sides of the Red River to announce the launching of Open Safe SBC, a campaign to encourage businesses and the public to collaborate to safely re-open local businesses. The campaign encourages businesses to adopt healthcare-driven guidelines and recommendations for employee protection, facility sanitation and customer […]

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Re-opening, Outdoor Dining & Occupancy

Restaurants in the city of Shreveport that wish to create outside dining during COVID-19 restrictions can now do so thanks to an expedited procedure approved by the Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC). The one-page document should be filled out and sent in prior to placing tables, chairs and other items outside. FINAL MPC Restaurant Re-Opening Permit […]

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Shreve Towne Studio Book Nook Opens

They say timing is everything and just days before the Governor’s Stay at Home order, Shreve Towne Studio 512 owner Tracey Prator opened a business she had been dreaming about for years. Ten weeks later, Tracey’s Book Nook is reopening, and we couldn’t be happier. Blame Meg Ryan. In the 1998 romantic comedy blockbuster movie […]

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Summer Camps Registering Now!

Artspace and the Shreveport Aquarium are registering children right NOW for Summer Camps. Starting June 2, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays artspace at 708 Texas St. will be hosting ArtBreak Summer Camp Days.  Parents will have a place to bring kids from 10:00am – 12:00pm (2 hours) for 2 ArtBreak Make-and-Take STEAM art activities led by […]

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Drive-In Downtown: Enjoy the New Normal!

It’s nostalgia mixed with the new digital age at its best in downtown Shreveport Friday, May 29- Sunday, May 31. Join us at the New Normal Drive-In for one (or more) of six fan-favorite flicks plus interactive activities to play from inside your car – and it’s safe and family-friendly.  Get your ticket here! *Due […]

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