WEEKLY EVENTS: June 23rd - 29th
TUESDAY, JUNE 23RD
7 am: Shreveport Farmers Market @ Festival Plaza
The Shreveport Farmers' Market will offer locally-grown vegetables and fruits, locally-raised meats, fresh gulf shrimp, Longhorn beef, chickens, eggs, artisan sausage, freshly-roasted coffee, canned fruits and vegetables, jams and jellies, salsa's, granola, baked goods, soups, dips, herbs and herbal products, live plants, Louisiana wines, an array of other foods and crafts, and live music performances. The Tuesday afternoon markets will take place through July 28, from 3-6 p.m.
8 am: Tuesday Morning Breakfast Group @ Holiday Inn Downtown Shreveport
Bill Minix, Administrator, Linear Leadership Academy, will be the guest speaker. Call (318) 221-2344 or 222-7797 for more information.
10:30 -- Silver Screening: Rebel Without A Cause @ The Robinson Film Center
A special senior citizens' event featuring a matinee screening of the classic James Dean film and a seated luncheon. Cost: $5.75, film only; $14, film and lunch. Call (318) 459-4122 for more information.
5 pm: First Time Homebuyer's Education Seminar @ The Housing Authority of Bossier
The Queensborough Neighborhood Association Inc. in collaboration with Louisiana Housing Finance Agency, presents a First Time Homebuyer's Education Seminar. Call (318) 635-8100, 549-1556, ext20. Bossier’s Housing Authority is located at 79 Grace Lane in Bossier.
6 pm: Caring For Your Baby @ WK Pierremont
This class is a guide to your personal journey of caring for your newborn. Presented by Donna Yates, RN, Prenatal Instructor. Cost is $20, includes meal and materials. Reservations requried, space limited. Call (318) 212-8225 for more information.
6 pm: Community Input Meeting @ Municipal Auditorium
Community Input Meetings for the I-49 Inner City Connector Feasibility Study will provide the opportunity for residents to closely participate in the process of planning the roadway and will solicit their opinion of corridor options. The study focuses on the Allendale, Ledbetter Heights and downtown Shreveport areas for a possible Inner City Connector to connect the current I-49 with the future I-49 North corridor.
8 pm: Summer Band Concert Series @ Hargrove Amphitheatre
Centenary College's Big Jazz Band led by Bill Causey Jr. will perform live in concert. This event is free.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24TH
12 pm: Community Input Meeting @ artspace in the westedge
Community Input Meetings for the I-49 Inner City Connector Feasibility Study will provide the opportunity for residents to closely participate in the process of planning the roadway and will solicit their opinion of corridor options. The study focuses on the Allendale, Ledbetter Heights and downtown Shreveport areas for a possible Inner City Connector to connect the current I-49 with the future I-49 North corridor. Artspace is located at 710 Texas St.
12 pm: I've Just Been Diagnosed with Cancer @ WK Cancer Center
Workshop that provides cancer patients and their family with information about the Willis-Knighton Cancer Center, including treatment options and its numerous resources. Newly diagnosed patients will hear from other patients as well as healthcare professionals. Lunch will be provided. The event will be held inside the 4th floor Education Center. Costs nothing, but reservations required. Call (318) 212-8225 to make a reservation.
3 pm: Youth Model Camp 2009 @ Airport Park Rec Center
SPAR and Total Package Management LLC offers a youth model camp for pre-teen and teenage girls, ages 12 to 18. Camps will be held at Airport Park Community Center on Mondays, David Raines Community Center on Wednesdays, and Bill Cockrell Community Center on Fridays. Cost: $10, registration fee; $10, class session fee per class. Call (318) 294-7930 or 6174-8316 for more info.
7:30 pm -- Salsa Lessons @ Rockin Rodeo
Salsa lessons every Wed. RR is located at 1003 Gould Drive in Bossier City. Call (318) 742-7888 for more info.
THURSDAY, JUNE 25TH
9:30 am -- S.C.O.R.E. - Counselors to America's Small Business @ Shreveport Chamber of Commerce
Provides confidential business counseling sessions with S.C.O.R.E. volunteer counselors. Make appointments prior to the each meeting session. The GSCC is located at 400 Edwards St. This event is free. For more info, call (318) 677-2536.
12 pm: Swift Foundation 2009 Celebrity Weekend KickOff @ Louisiana Boardwalk
Stromile Swift and the Swift Foundation will present a Celebrity Weekend raising awareness for individuals struggling with kidney-related issues. Events include: June 25, noon, Louisiana Boardwalk, Biz Camp Autograph Signing; 6 p.m., Southern Hills Recreation Center, Marathon for Mary; June 26, Horseshoe Casino Riverdome, 8:30 p.m., Meet & Greet with Windstorm; June 27, Funny Bone Bowling Alley, noon, Stro Show Bowling Challenge; 9 p.m., Encore Nightlife, Black and Red Affair; June 28, 3 p.m., Southern Hills Recreation Center, Swift Community Family Fun Day. // Costs: $10, registration fee for the Marathon for Mary; $10, meet & greet; $$100, three-person team for bowling challenge; $20, Black & Red Affair; free, autograph signing and family fun day. For more info, call (318) 208-3788 or 422-4963.
6 pm: Grandparents Class @ WK Pierremont
Class that provides grandparents with updated information on newborn care, safety in the home and emergency procedures. Presented by Donna Yates, RN, CBC, prenatal instructor. This event will be held in the 2nd floor conference room. It is free, but reservations are required. Call (318) 212-8225 to reserve your seat.
6 pm: Community Input Meeting @ SUSLA
Community Input Meetings for the I-49 Inner City Connector Feasibility Study will provide the opportunity for residents to closely participate in the process of planning the roadway and will solicit their opinion of corridor options. The study focuses on the Allendale, Ledbetter Heights and downtown Shreveport areas for a possible Inner City Connector to connect the current I-49 with the future I-49 North corridor.
6 pm: Hot Jazz on the Red Summer Concert Series @ Barnwell Garden & Art Center
June 25, Total Choice. Sponsored by Eldorado Resort Casino Shreveport and Friends of Barnwell. Call (318) 673-7703 for more info.
7:30 pm -- “Purple Rain” Poetry Event @ H&H Performing Arts Center
S.P.E.A.K Ent. brings you the "Purple Rain" June 25th. Doors open @ 6:30, show starts @ 7:30. Moody Black from S. Carolina will be featured artist that night. Poets, singers, dancers, lyricists, comedians, bands, all welcome. COME HAVE A GOOD TIME!!
FRIDAY, JUNE 26TH
11 am: artspace & me @ artspace
Monthly program aimed for three to five year olds and their parents, which will feature hands-on art activities, a story, and a children's "Picasso Plate" lunch. Artspace is located at 710 Texas St. in downtown Shreveport. Cost is $12 per child.
4 pm: Fourth Friday Astronomy @ Sci-Port
Every Fourth Friday of the Month: Is everyone watching you? Does your temperature read -455 F? You might have the Space Bug! Sci-Port has the cure: a monthly dosage of astronomy programs. Sci-Port celebrates The International Year of Astronomy every fourth Friday of the month with programs at 4 p.m. for the general public. Go to www.sciport.org for more information.
7 pm: 'Wet' The Pool Party @ DiamondJacks Casino
DJ, dancing, bikini contest with prizes and more. Cost: $10; $5, discount with Rewards Club card.
7:05 pm -- Shreveport Captains vs. Pensacola Pelicans @ Fair Grounds Field
A minor league baseball game. Admission is $5. Games continues on Saturday and Sunday.
9 pm: Totally Exclusive Event @ GiGi’s Club New York
Join VIP Enterprises on Friday, June 26 at Club New York for the Ultimate Summer Affair - "TOTALLY EXCLUSIVE"!!! Elegance and sophistication is the basic premise for all events - playing all your favorite R&B, Hip-Hop & Neo Soul. Club New York is located inside GiGi’s Martini Room. Tickets for the event are $10. Call 318-771-2634 or go to totallyexclusive.eventbrite.com to buy tickets
10 pm: Friday Night Freak-Out presents “Blue Velvet” @ The Robinson Film Center
The Robinson Film Center presents a theatrical screening of David Lynch's classic film "Blue Velvet," starring Dennis Hopper. Presented form 35mm film.
SATURDAY, JUNE 27TH
7 am: Sewers / Crafters Sale @ Christ United Methodist Church
Everything for sewing including crafts, remnants and bolts, miscellaneous, notions, fabrics, lace and trims, and quilting. All proceeds will benefit the senior programs of Caddo Council on Aging. The church is located at 1204 Crabapple Drive in Shreveport.
8 am: Greenwood Farmers Market
Vendors will have available for sale fresh produce, eggs, honey, meat pies, tamales, jams and jellies, natural granola, bird houses, fresh plants, dog and cat treats, pickled vegetables, natural skin care products, monogrammed baby clothes, grass fed bed, cookies, breads, brownies, wood items and more. Call (318) 938-7261 for more info.
10 am: Bossier Animal Control's Adoption Days @ PetSmart (Bossier City)
Dogs and cats, including puppies and kittens, will be available for adoption. $55-$85, adoption fees. Cash only. Call 318) 741-8499 for more information.
11 am: Humane Society of Northwest Louisiana Pet Adoptions
Dogs, cats, puppies and kittens. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. every Saturday excluding the fifth Sat. Free; $50, adoption fee.
12 pm: La State Exhibit Museum Family Fun Day @ LA State Exhibit Museum
Come and Enjoy a FREE day of fun with your family! Experience Multiple Hands-On activities and Fun Demonstrations. View the movie "Night at the Museum" in our museum Auditorium and Explore our Exhibits and Gardens. Activities Include: Blacksmithing Demonstrations, Hands On Garden Activities with Master Gardeners, 19th Century Children's Toys, And Much More! Again, this event is FREE.
3 pm: The Public Enemy @ The Robinson Film Center
A two-day special engagement of the classic James Cagney film presented from a rare 35mm film print. Tickets are $5.75-$8.75.
5 pm: Krewe of Highland 2010 'Blue Hawaii' Coronation Party @ Columbia Café
Hors d'oeuvres, cash bar, and live entertainment by Buddy Flett and Friends. Theme announcement and coronation at 6 p.m. Attire is island wear. This event is free but donations are accepted. Columbia Café is located on the corner of Kings Hwy and Creswell Ave.
5 pm: Salsa Lessons @ SandysDance Center
Salsa lessons at 5-6 p.m. for beginners and 6-7 p.m. for intermediate. All levels welcome. Sandys is located at 111 Dalton St., Suite 400. Cost is $7, per lesson. Call (318) 465-4534 for more information.
6 pm: 10th Annual Gentlemen's Cooking Classic @ Harrah’s LA Downs
The 10th Annual Gentlemen's Cooking Classic is an event that showcases exquisite dishes prepared and served by area politicians, civic and community leaders. The events' purpose is to raise money for scholarships for Shreveport/Bossier students attending Southern University at Shreveport
9 pm: Saturday Launch Party @ Horseshoe Casino
The world's sexiest deejay and 50th Anniversary Playmate of the Year, Colleen Shannon. The Riverdome will be transformed into the Playboy Mansion for the night. Cost is $10. Call (318) 741-7800 to reserve seating.
9:30 pm -- Salsa Lessons @ Nicky’s Mexican Restaurant
Salsa lessons every Sat. night. Dancing will begin at 11:30 p.m. Nicky’s is located in the Red River District. Downtown Shreveport, LA
10 pm: Sophisticated Saturday @ Adam’s Lounge
CrowdPleaser Entertainment presents Sophistication for the Grown n Sexy. DJ Marle-Mar will be on the 1’s and 2’s. For more information call 422-5322.
SUNDAY, JUNE 28TH
1 pm: Farmers' Market in Keithville @ Flashback Casino
Fresh produce and hand made crafts. Farmers' Market is held every Sun. from 1-7 p.m., and every Wed. from 3-7 p.m., through Sept. 2. The casino is located at 8311 Springridge-Texas Line Road
1 pm: Krewe of Elders Fish Fry & Party @ American Legion Hall
Fish with all the trimmings, cash bar, door prizes, raffle, and music provided by Dean & Dexter Band. Cost is $15. The American Legion is located at 5315 S. Lakeshore Drive.
MONDAY, JUNE 29TH
7:05 pm -- Shreveport-Bossier Captains vs. Fort Worth Cats @ Fair Grounds Field
A minor league baseball game. Cost is $5.
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