TUESDAY, JANUARY 13th
8 am: Tuesday Morning Breakfast Group @ Holiday Inn-Downtown Shreveport
Sherri Smith-Cheek, State Senator, District 38, Louisiana State Legislature, will be the guest speaker. Call (318) 221-2344 or 222-7797 for more information.
9:30 am -- Concerned Citizens Coalition Precinct 38 Neighborhood Association Crime Prevention and Safety Workshop @ Hollywood/Union Ave. Library
Topics to be discussed will be identity theft, ATM safety, Latch Key Kids, Dumpster Diving, women hand gun classes, citizens police academy, auxiliary police, Neighborhood Watch, home safety tips, what to do when stopped by the police, SOS Bracelets, mail fraud, schemes & scams, home burglary prevention tips, auto theft, travel safety and internet safety. Workshop will be conducted by Shreveport Police Department COP/NAT Officers. The library is located at 2105 Hollywood Ave. Call (318) 865-2667 for more information.
12 pm: Healthy Eye Care @ Willis-Knighton Pierremont
An informal seminar about caring for your eyes. Presented by Ashley Wheat-Sipes, MD, Ophthalmology. Cost: $6, includes lunch. Reservations required, space limited. Call (318) 212-8225 to RSVP or for more information.
7 pm: Poet's Night Out - A Night of verse and versatility! @ E&S Metro Hall
Open mic, spoken word, music, artist vending, art work, featuring Poet, Black Syxx with talents including Brother Baruti, Southern Poet, Joanna Ballard, and Poetic Justice. Refreshments will served. Presented by iNception Inc. The Hall is located at 3515 Jewella Ave. Cost is FREE. Call (318) 332-5252 for more information.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14th
(no major events)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 15th
7 pm: Poetic Paradise - Poetry at Its Finest @ H&H Lounge
Singers, dancers, comedians, and artists will compete, $25 prize goes to top poem. Hosted by Shreveport's Poetic Justice. The Lounge is located at 717 Hope Street. Call (318) 221-3199 or (318) 424-9297 for more information. This event is free.
8 pm: Expressions After Dark Remix Edition -An Nspired Grown and Sexy Affair @ JOSH Lounge
Open mic featuring local talent. Women must be 23 years of age and men must be 25 years of age. Artist registration begins at 7:30 p.m. $5 admission. Call (318) 681-9960 or (318) 828-3050 for more information.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16th (Schools Closed)
6 pm: Krewe of Justinian Grand Bal XV @ DiamondJacks Casino
The theme for this black tie event is "The Lion King." Entertainment provided by the Windstorm, there will be a silent auction, cash bar, complimentary cocktails, and a breakfast at 10:30 p.m. Tickets:$70. Call (318) 869-0304 or 222-3643 for more information.
7 pm: Mary Poppins @ The Robinson Film Center
The Robinson Film Center will host a special weekend engagement of the supercalifragilistic family musical MARY POPPINS, January 16-19. Tickets are $5.75-$8.75. Call (318) 424-9090 to order or go to www.robinsonfilmcenter.org. The Robinson Film Center is located in downtown Shreveport at 617 Texas Street.
7 pm: The Obama Victory Gala @ Frank Anthony Community Activity Center
The fellowship will commence at 7 p.m. with Champagne, dinner at 7:30 p.m., a champagne toast will kick off the dance. The group CHANGE will perform an array of diverse including Old School and R&B. The Activity Center is located at 301 West Church St. in Springhill. Tickets are $25. Call (318) 578-1127 for more information.
8 pm: Monster Nation Monster Trucks @ CenturyTel Center
Five monster trucks will compete in racing and freestyle on an oval track. The monster truck line-up includes Equalizer, Sudden Impact, Hot Tamale, Barbarian and AMSOIL'S Shock Therapy. Tickets: $13.-25-$26.75. Call (318) 741-9700 for more info. This show also runs on Saturday night.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17th
9:30 am -- 'Eat Well and Be Fabulous' Seminar and Book Release Party @ Fitness Lady
Shelly Marie Redmond, in conjunction with Fitness Lady, will host and educational seminar and book release event, "Eat Well and Be Fabulous: A Guide for the Modern Day Woman." This event is FREE. Fitness Lady is located at 1700 Old Minden Road, Suite 180 (in Bossier City). Call (318) 747-1897 for more information.
11 am: Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana Pet Adoptions @ PETCO
Dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. every Saturday excluding the fifth Sat. $50, adoption fee. Call (318) 219-7387 for more info.
7 pm: Fashion Swap/Girls Night Out @ T-Shemise Showroom/Studio
Swap your gently used clothing for new to you fabulous fashion finds. Enjoy fashion, music, hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, makeup bar, fashion stylist to help with selections and more!!! Designer Tiffany S. Walker will show you how to maximize your wardrobe by mix and matching fashion basics. Just bring clothing that you do not want anymore for new to you chic clothing. We can even alter your clothing for a perfect fit. Admission is $10 in advance $15 at the door- that's right a new wardrobe for only $10! T-Shemise is located at 1545 Line Avenue (Suite 209) in Mid City Plaza. For more information, call (318) 675-1122.
7:30 pm -- 'Menopause' The Musical @ the Strand Theatre
A 90 minute production which includes 25 re-lyricized tunes from the '60s and '70s and culminates with a salute to women who are experiencing The Change. Tickets are $45; $40; $35. Call (318) 226-8555 for more information.
9 pm: Ice-Breaker (Networking Mixer for Greeks & Young Professionals) @ Adam’s Lounge in Bossier City
Bring out the business cards b/c We calling out the GREEKS, Non-Greeks, and all Movers and Shakers of the ARK-LA-TEX for a night of Sophistication!! Doors open at 9pm. Greek Discount until 11 pm. Dress Code is Grown, Sexy & Mature.
DJ Marle-Mar will be on the 1s and 2s playing your favorite R&B, Hip Hop, Old Skool, & Reggae. Call 422-5322 for more info or directions.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 18th
11:30 am -- Krewe of Barkus and Meoux Jazz Brunch @ Barksdale Club
music provided by the Bill Bush Combo, buffet, complimentary mimosas and silent auction. Attire is cocktail. Theme is "Be Mine Fur Forever." Tickets: $35, in advance; $40, at the door. Call (318) 752-2287 for more information.
MONDAY, JANUARY 19th (MLK DAY/Schools closed!)
8 am: Krewe of Harambee 'Hope & Dreams' Breakfast @ University Club
Guest speaker will be The Rev. Maurice White, two high school seniors will be awarded scholorships from the Krewe of Harambee Sally Singleton Scholarship Fund. Scholarship recipients are chosen based upon criteria and an essay entitled "How I Made It against All Odds." Tickets are $10. The University Club is located at 401 Market Street. Call (318) 572-6337 or 470-9843 for more information.
2 pm: Krewe of Harambee Annual Martin Luther King Day Parade in Downtown Shreveport
The Krewe of Harambee will hold its fourth annual Martin Luther King Day Parade, celebrating the new President Elect Barack Obama, beginning in front of Pete Harris Cafe'. Special guest performers will be local personalities, civic and social organizations, and several area high school marching bands and drill teams. Parade line-up will begin at noon in front of the Municipal Auditorium.
8 am: Tuesday Morning Breakfast Group @ Holiday Inn-Downtown Shreveport
Sherri Smith-Cheek, State Senator, District 38, Louisiana State Legislature, will be the guest speaker. Call (318) 221-2344 or 222-7797 for more information.
9:30 am -- Concerned Citizens Coalition Precinct 38 Neighborhood Association Crime Prevention and Safety Workshop @ Hollywood/Union Ave. Library
Topics to be discussed will be identity theft, ATM safety, Latch Key Kids, Dumpster Diving, women hand gun classes, citizens police academy, auxiliary police, Neighborhood Watch, home safety tips, what to do when stopped by the police, SOS Bracelets, mail fraud, schemes & scams, home burglary prevention tips, auto theft, travel safety and internet safety. Workshop will be conducted by Shreveport Police Department COP/NAT Officers. The library is located at 2105 Hollywood Ave. Call (318) 865-2667 for more information.
12 pm: Healthy Eye Care @ Willis-Knighton Pierremont
An informal seminar about caring for your eyes. Presented by Ashley Wheat-Sipes, MD, Ophthalmology. Cost: $6, includes lunch. Reservations required, space limited. Call (318) 212-8225 to RSVP or for more information.
7 pm: Poet's Night Out - A Night of verse and versatility! @ E&S Metro Hall
Open mic, spoken word, music, artist vending, art work, featuring Poet, Black Syxx with talents including Brother Baruti, Southern Poet, Joanna Ballard, and Poetic Justice. Refreshments will served. Presented by iNception Inc. The Hall is located at 3515 Jewella Ave. Cost is FREE. Call (318) 332-5252 for more information.
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14th
(no major events)
THURSDAY, JANUARY 15th
7 pm: Poetic Paradise - Poetry at Its Finest @ H&H Lounge
Singers, dancers, comedians, and artists will compete, $25 prize goes to top poem. Hosted by Shreveport's Poetic Justice. The Lounge is located at 717 Hope Street. Call (318) 221-3199 or (318) 424-9297 for more information. This event is free.
8 pm: Expressions After Dark Remix Edition -An Nspired Grown and Sexy Affair @ JOSH Lounge
Open mic featuring local talent. Women must be 23 years of age and men must be 25 years of age. Artist registration begins at 7:30 p.m. $5 admission. Call (318) 681-9960 or (318) 828-3050 for more information.
FRIDAY, JANUARY 16th (Schools Closed)
6 pm: Krewe of Justinian Grand Bal XV @ DiamondJacks Casino
The theme for this black tie event is "The Lion King." Entertainment provided by the Windstorm, there will be a silent auction, cash bar, complimentary cocktails, and a breakfast at 10:30 p.m. Tickets:$70. Call (318) 869-0304 or 222-3643 for more information.
7 pm: Mary Poppins @ The Robinson Film Center
The Robinson Film Center will host a special weekend engagement of the supercalifragilistic family musical MARY POPPINS, January 16-19. Tickets are $5.75-$8.75. Call (318) 424-9090 to order or go to www.robinsonfilmcenter.org. The Robinson Film Center is located in downtown Shreveport at 617 Texas Street.
7 pm: The Obama Victory Gala @ Frank Anthony Community Activity Center
The fellowship will commence at 7 p.m. with Champagne, dinner at 7:30 p.m., a champagne toast will kick off the dance. The group CHANGE will perform an array of diverse including Old School and R&B. The Activity Center is located at 301 West Church St. in Springhill. Tickets are $25. Call (318) 578-1127 for more information.
8 pm: Monster Nation Monster Trucks @ CenturyTel Center
Five monster trucks will compete in racing and freestyle on an oval track. The monster truck line-up includes Equalizer, Sudden Impact, Hot Tamale, Barbarian and AMSOIL'S Shock Therapy. Tickets: $13.-25-$26.75. Call (318) 741-9700 for more info. This show also runs on Saturday night.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 17th
9:30 am -- 'Eat Well and Be Fabulous' Seminar and Book Release Party @ Fitness Lady
Shelly Marie Redmond, in conjunction with Fitness Lady, will host and educational seminar and book release event, "Eat Well and Be Fabulous: A Guide for the Modern Day Woman." This event is FREE. Fitness Lady is located at 1700 Old Minden Road, Suite 180 (in Bossier City). Call (318) 747-1897 for more information.
11 am: Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana Pet Adoptions @ PETCO
Dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. every Saturday excluding the fifth Sat. $50, adoption fee. Call (318) 219-7387 for more info.
7 pm: Fashion Swap/Girls Night Out @ T-Shemise Showroom/Studio
Swap your gently used clothing for new to you fabulous fashion finds. Enjoy fashion, music, hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, makeup bar, fashion stylist to help with selections and more!!! Designer Tiffany S. Walker will show you how to maximize your wardrobe by mix and matching fashion basics. Just bring clothing that you do not want anymore for new to you chic clothing. We can even alter your clothing for a perfect fit. Admission is $10 in advance $15 at the door- that's right a new wardrobe for only $10! T-Shemise is located at 1545 Line Avenue (Suite 209) in Mid City Plaza. For more information, call (318) 675-1122.
7:30 pm -- 'Menopause' The Musical @ the Strand Theatre
A 90 minute production which includes 25 re-lyricized tunes from the '60s and '70s and culminates with a salute to women who are experiencing The Change. Tickets are $45; $40; $35. Call (318) 226-8555 for more information.
9 pm: Ice-Breaker (Networking Mixer for Greeks & Young Professionals) @ Adam’s Lounge in Bossier City
Bring out the business cards b/c We calling out the GREEKS, Non-Greeks, and all Movers and Shakers of the ARK-LA-TEX for a night of Sophistication!! Doors open at 9pm. Greek Discount until 11 pm. Dress Code is Grown, Sexy & Mature.
DJ Marle-Mar will be on the 1s and 2s playing your favorite R&B, Hip Hop, Old Skool, & Reggae. Call 422-5322 for more info or directions.
SUNDAY, JANUARY 18th
11:30 am -- Krewe of Barkus and Meoux Jazz Brunch @ Barksdale Club
music provided by the Bill Bush Combo, buffet, complimentary mimosas and silent auction. Attire is cocktail. Theme is "Be Mine Fur Forever." Tickets: $35, in advance; $40, at the door. Call (318) 752-2287 for more information.
MONDAY, JANUARY 19th (MLK DAY/Schools closed!)
8 am: Krewe of Harambee 'Hope & Dreams' Breakfast @ University Club
Guest speaker will be The Rev. Maurice White, two high school seniors will be awarded scholorships from the Krewe of Harambee Sally Singleton Scholarship Fund. Scholarship recipients are chosen based upon criteria and an essay entitled "How I Made It against All Odds." Tickets are $10. The University Club is located at 401 Market Street. Call (318) 572-6337 or 470-9843 for more information.
2 pm: Krewe of Harambee Annual Martin Luther King Day Parade in Downtown Shreveport
The Krewe of Harambee will hold its fourth annual Martin Luther King Day Parade, celebrating the new President Elect Barack Obama, beginning in front of Pete Harris Cafe'. Special guest performers will be local personalities, civic and social organizations, and several area high school marching bands and drill teams. Parade line-up will begin at noon in front of the Municipal Auditorium.
