One of Downtown Shreveport’s iconic art pieces was seriously damaged in a single car crash on Monday, June 8. The remaining Quilt Kiosk (there were originally two of them on opposite corners) was hit by a driver travelling in the 500 block of Texas Street. The driver was not seriously injured, but according to Shreveport […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
In a popular 1970s ballad, Jim Croce sang about memories, of time kept in a bottle. The owners of downtown Shreveport’s iconic Logan Mansion want to encourage people to do the same thing- to save their COVID-19 history for a future generation. In 1999, right on the cusp of Y2K, Logan Mansion co-owner Lisa Brutto […]
Don’t know about you, but looking forward to a little reveling in October! The 45th annual Red River Revel is scheduled for Oct. 3-11; returning with all the fun, food, art, music and children’s activities we’ve come to know and love. The Revel is currently taking applications for artists for half-week or entire week set-ups. […]
Bring your lawn chair and sunscreen and join friends at the historic Logan Mansion for a Porch Party featuring The Jimmy Wooten Band. The fun is planned for Saturday, May 23 from 11 am – 2 pm. Tickets are just $5, and for an extra $5, you can order a meal of burger, fries and […]
It’s going to be different this year, but it’s still important to remember Mom on her special day this weekend. Yes, Mother’s Day is Sunday, May 10 and we’ve got some great ideas on ways to celebrate things right! First, this delicious offer from Ernest’s Orleans Restaurant that you can order at 318-226-1325. Next, this […]
Most weeks our 5 Things To Do Downtown list is filled with performances by a variety of talented local singers, comedians, artists, dancers and more. These folks now cannot ply their trade, but there is still a way to enjoy & support their work! Many are setting up live streaming and sales of their work […]
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