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Tootie Returns to Abby Singer’s Bistro

Two big things have happened recently at Robinson Film Center/Abby Singer’s Bistro downtown. The first is that there was a little fire Saturday night that created some excitement in the kitchen. The bigger excitement was that created in the restaurant and among her legion of fans when it was announced Chef Tootie ‘Ernestine’ Morrison was […]

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Music Prize LIVE Summer Series Kickoff

      Got plans Thursday night? Even if you do, kick them to the curb and come to the Louisiana Music Prize LIVE Summer Music Series kickoff concert- 4 bands in a brand new music venue for the low price of $5 (if you buy the tickets now)! The special concert features Nashville’s *repeat […]

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Rental Bikes, Water Taxi Downtown?

It seems like ideas whose times have come, but more data is always better, and that’s where you come in. The Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau is trying to gauge the desire for- and ultimately usefulness of- a Bike Sharing program and a Water Taxi service. Bike Sharing has taken off across the country (and world) […]

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Father’s Day Fun Downtown

Looking for fun on Father’s Day? Abby Singer’s Bistro at Robinson Film Center is doing a Dad’s Day Brunch with all the stuff Dad likes (bologna? beer?) The brunch runs from 10:30 am until 2 p.m. on Sunday and costs $22 per adult and $12 for those 12 and under. Call 318-459-4125 for reservations. Afterwards, […]

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Creating a New Standard Downtown

The Standard at 509 Market is open for business and a few days ago, we took a look through the property, which started life as the Commercial National Bank. You can tell that it was really something to see, because it still is. The cool factor starts in the lobby which features inlaid marble tile […]

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A Night of Intrigue at Sci-Port

What is more intriguing than science? Sci-Port is offering about 70 patrons the opportunity to experience A Night of Intrigue on Saturday, June 15 at 6 p.m. Come dressed for cocktails and enjoy an evening of drinks and appetizers, mingling and mystery! The event will feature: 6 pm- Meet and Mingle 6:20- Intro and Explanation […]

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Historic Tax Credits Q & A Live Stream

  Historic Commercial Tax Credits are available to many owners of historic buildings in the Downtown Development District. These credits, both state and federal, can go a long way in helping offset the costs of rehab and improvements; in fact, up to 40% of all ‘qualified’ costs of your project can be returned to you […]

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Not Your Mother’s Quilts at ARTSTATION

When a lot of people think of quilts, they thing of the tattered cover that Grandma made, traditional patterns like ‘Log Cabin’ or ‘The Diamond in the Square.’ The newest show by the Art Quilt Group of the Red River Quilters at Central ARTSTATION, 801 Crockett, shows quilting isn’t just for grandma anymore!     […]

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Hilton Hotel Starts Monthly Artist Series

Downtown’s elegant Hilton Hotel is launching into art in a big way with monthly artist receptions starting Friday, June 7, 5:30- 7 p.m. First to grace the walls is abstract artist Celia Carr. Experience her vibrant works while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and refreshments at the Market 104 Bar. Self-parking will be complimentary, valet is $5. […]

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