Month: December 2020

A Fabulous Rehab Downtown

We all know why HGTV’s House Hunters is so popular. Who doesn’t like to see inside other people’s houses to check out their color choices, furnishings and overall style? We’ve discovered that our downtown fans love seeing inside historic buildings even more. These are buildings that tell stories and have lived lives but have much […]

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One More Day to Score This Great Deal!

Until the crack of midnight on December 31, 2020, you can score one of the best downtown deals we have ever seen. When you join the ranks of the proud supporters of Robinson Film Center, you will be gifted with TWELVE amazing thank-you’s for use whenever you choose in 2021. It’s no secret that our […]

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Five Things to Buy Downtown!

Are you finished with your holiday shopping? If not, no fears! We have some great advice on easy, fun items from downtown retailers that won’t break the bank…AND you’ll be keeping important dollars local. Ready? Set? Let’s SHOP! The Agora Borealis, 421 Lake Street. Shop the Agora for a wide variety of Ben’s Body Basics, […]

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Santa, Baby- Virtually at C&C Merc and Lighting

Get your photo with ‘Virtual Santa’ this Saturday, Dec. 19, courtesy of  C&C Mercantile and Lighting and the Digital Media Institute. This is also the final Downtown Mini Market of 2020! From 10 am- 2 pm, come to 1110 Texas Avenue to shop the great gifts inside plus wares from: artists Linda Moss & J. […]

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Chase’s Brand New Gig

Goodbye to Covid, Hello to Fat’s Oyster House It’s been a rough 2020 for Chase Boytim, owner of Fatty Arbuckle’s Pub in the Red River District. He, like other bar owners in Louisiana, have had a grim time in this year of Covid. Some have hunkered down, some have decided to close up shop completely, […]

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The Lot Postpones Events For Now

It’s been a rollercoaster ride for Edgar and Deshea Guzman. The hard-working and creative duo are the reason the old Sportran bus terminal on Crockett Street is now something cool, fun, and funky. Unfortunately, Covid has affected us all and the Holiday at The Lot event planned for this weekend could not promise the level […]

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Holiday Art Deals at Bailey Gallery

It’s not often that you can get fine art at a discount, but Bailey Gallery wants you to end this worst of years with a smile. Between now and January 2, 2021, all the original paintings by artist Mike Torma will be 20% off. Additionally, other beautiful art by the likes of Christine Bailey & […]

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Sci-Port’s Downtown Deal

Shopping downtown’s small and local retail shops and eateries is always fun, but Sci-Port Discovery Center is throwing in another reason to spend your money locally. Until December 31, $10 spent at a downtown retailer, restaurant or attraction will get you $5 off a combination ticket to Sci-Port! The combination ticket includes admission to all […]

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Ogilvie-Wiener’s Victorian Christmas Tour

See the beautiful 1896 Ogilvie-Wiener Mansion at 728 Austen Place decked out for the holidays on two Victorian Christmas Tours Friday, Dec. 11, 6-8 pm and Saturday, Dec. 12, 6-8 pm. Tickets are a $10 donation per person, no reservations are needed,  you can purchase tickets at the door.  Every dollar made on the tour […]

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