TUESDAY, JUNE 9TH
8 am: Tuesday Morning Breakfast Group @ Holiday Inn-Downtown
Tommy Williams, Certified Financial Planner, the Williams Group, will be the guest speaker.
5 pm: First Time Homebuyer's Education Seminar @ WK Health System Career Institute
The Queensborough Neighborhood Association Inc. in collaboration with Louisiana Housing Finance Agency, presents a First Time Homebuyer's Education Seminar. Call to sign up. The Institute is located at 2401 Bessie St. Another seminar will be held on Thursday, June 11th. For more information, call (318) 635-8100, 549-1556ext 20
5:30 pm -- Investor Education Seminar @ Wachovia Securities
Don Huguley Jr. and Tommy Thigpen will hold a town hall style meeting titled "What should I do now?." This event is free. Wachovia is located at 8555 Fern Ave. in Shreveport.
6:20 pm -- YOUth Fit @ Stoner Marina Boat Launch
SPAR will be providing youth, ages 7-18, with skill and fitness instruction for successful Cross Country or long distance running. Registration is $20. Call (318) 869-5277 for more info.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10TH
10 am: Shots for Tots @ Lowe's (Bossier City)
Remember to bring your child's immunization records. This is FREE!
11 am: Itty Bitty Scientists: Feed the Birds
All Summer Long Fun, hands-on science for toddlers and their parents is back again this year. Join us and bring along a friend, too! Programs are FREE with admission. Learn about different kinds of birds, both big and small, where they live and what they eat. Then, make a snack for your feathered backyard friends to enjoy. Call (318) 424-3466 for more information.
11 am: HIV/AIDS Jazz Luncheon and Fashion Show
The Jazz Luncheon and Fashion Show will be an annual benefit hosted by Steeple Community. The purpose of this event is to raise money and awareness for HIV/AIDS and substance abuse in Shreveport, Bossier and the surrounding areas. These funds will assist in developing programs in our community to help raise awareness and to assist other nonprofit organizations to better be able to serve the communities in need, plus to develop a scholarship account benefiting high school graduates from Caddo, Bossier, Desoto and Webster Parish majoring in science-related fields. Call 318 686-2525 for more info or go to their official website. Tickets are $25 (buy tickets)
1 pm: Famers' 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 in Keithville.
6 pm: Vacation Bible School @ North Shreve Baptist Church
Bible stories, crafts, music, and snacks. Vacation Bible school is for children ages four through sixth grade. The church is located at 4930 Old Mooringsport Road
7 pm: Rhyme & Reason Revival Celebration @ Mansfield Baptist Church
Revival celebration. The church is located at 9965 Mansfield Road in Keithville, LA.
THURSDAY, JUNE 11TH
9:30 am - S.C.O.R.E. - Counselors to America's Small Business
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. in Shreveport. Call (318) 677-2536 for more information. This event will occur every Thursday through April 2nd.
12 pm: Zesty Summer Salads Cooking Demo @ WK Pierremont
Healthy and zesty salads to help cool you off during the hot summer days. This event will be held in the auditorium. Cost is $6, includes lunch. Reservations required. Call (318) 212-8225 to make your reservation or get more information.
5 pm: First Time Homebuyer's Education Seminar @ WK Health Systems Career Institute
The Queensborough Neighborhood Association Inc. in collaboration with Louisiana Housing Finance Agency, Call (318) 635-8100, 549-1556 ext 20 for more info.
5 pm: Last Appointment After Hours @ Horseshoe Casino
The Last Appointment After Hours networking business mixer on the rooftop. Presented by the Bossier Chamber of Commerce. Admission is $5, members; $10, future members.
6 pm: Horseshoe's Rooftop Party
Performing live will be Five Star Iris. Live entertainment, dancing, complimentary hors d'oeuvres and more overlooking the Red River. Guest can reserve an outdoor cabana. Admission is $10; $5, with Total Rewards Card.
6 pm: Hot Jazz on the Red Summer Concert Series @ Barnwell Memorial Garden & Art Center
June 11, Betsey Braud "The Jazz Nurse;" June 18, Buddy Flett & Friends; June 20, Brahma; June 25, Total Choice. Sponsored by Eldorado Resort Casino Shreveport and Friends of Barnwell. This event is FREE.
6 pm: 11th Annual Women's Conference Kickoff @ New Testament United Pentecostal Church
Guest speaker will be evangelist Stephanie Currie, of Macon, Georgia. Fri. and Sat. morning workshop speakers will be First Lady Karla Boyd, New Orleans; Firstly Kendra Boyd, New Orleans; Minister James and Barbara French, Dr. Veronical McEachin, Tanya Stewart-Norris, Ruth Samuels, Bianna Ellis, Pricilla Saxton and Rictoria Saxton, all of Shreveport. Friday night a banquet will be held at The Clarion Hotel, 1419 East 70th Street. Cost for the conference is $35, registration fee; $30, banquet tickets. Call (318) 636-6152 for more information.
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 St. in Shreveport. For more information, Call (318) 424-9297 or 759-6991.
8 pm: 'Tidewater' @ LSUS Bronson Hall/Black Box Theatre
A play by Sheri Bailey, "Tidewater" is the story of two small-town Virginia families who share almost seventy years of love, loss adn transcendence. Due to mature themes and languages, this production is recommended for those 13 and older. Tickets are $15, in advance; $18, at the door; $10, students, educators, seniors and military. This show runs through Thursday, June 18th.
FRIDAY, JUNE 12TH
10 am: Job Fair @ Remington College
Remington College and KTBS 3 has partnered together for a job fair, which is open to the public and will include up to 50 local employers. Remington College is located at 2106 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop in South Shreveport.
5 pm: Author! Author! Shreveport-Bossier Book Festival @ Municipal Auditorium
Promoting reading and literacy and also to raise funds for Friends of the Municipal Auditorium. June 12, "The Prologue" meet and mingle with the authors; June 13, book festival with 25 authors presenting their latest releases and will be available for sale, authors will discuss and signcopies of their books. Bookworms in the Ballroom with activities for children including a storying telling, crafts, and face painting. Cost is $20, meet & greet; $2, book festival; free, children 11 and younger. This event also runs on Saturday from 9 am to 7 pm.
SATURDAY, JUNE 13TH
7 am: Shreveport Farmers Market Opening Day @ Festival Plaza
The Shreveport Farmers' Market opens for the summer season with a performance by The Blanchard Jammers. The markets 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, salsas, 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 from June 16-July 28, from 3-6 p.m.
8 am: Cruisin' For Kids @ Water Town USA
Northwest Louisiana Car Club Council will present its 12th Annual Cruisin' For Kids Open Car Show, with all proceeds benefiting the Gingerbread House of NW Louisiana. Attendees will enjoy more than 100 vintage and new show automobiles and motorcycles. Admission is $20, advance registration; $25, at door to exhibit.
8:30 am: Shreveport Orchid Society 2009 Summer Workshop @ Barnwell Gardens
The Shreveport Orchid Society and Friends of the Barnwell Center will present a summer workshop "How to Grow Orchids." Fee is $20, includes a free plant.
9 am: Greenwood Farmers Market @ William Peters Town Park (Greenwood)
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. Lobo, a two-year old long horn steer, will be visiting June 6. This event is located off Hwy 80 in Greenwood.
9 am: 'Rolling on the Red' Chili Cook-Off @ Holiday Inn-Financial Plaza
Sponsored by the LA-CASI Louisianne Chili Pod, to benefit the Shreveport-Bossier Rescue Mission. There will be two divisions, CASI Open Chili, CASI rule apply, and a local Open Division, anything goes chili. Admission is $20, team registration; $3, tasting cups for the public; free, admission. For more info, call (318) 422-9860.
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. The event is free but there is a $50 adoption fee. This event is located at the PETCO on Youree Drive.
12 pm: Pet Savers Pet Adoptions @ Pet Savers Inc.
Dogs, puppies, cats, kittens. Open on holidays. The event is free but there is a $60 adoption fee (includes spay/neuter).
12 pm: Military Appreciation Day @ Yogie and Friends Exotic Cat Sanctuary
Honoring our military men and women, veterans and active duty, with refreshments and admission, military ID required. Admission is free, for active military, retirees, and reservists with military ID. Yogie and Friends is located in Frierson, LA.
4 pm: Shreveport NFL Celebrity Game @ Century Tel Center
This charity game will feature pro football players playing basketball! All proceeds will benefit Fire Battalion Chief Tommy Adams. Go HERE to get more information and to buy tickets! And there you'll also see who's playing in the game! Tickets are $15 general admission and $25 for VIP.
7 pm: Rock, Roll, and Remember Dance @ Riverview Hall
The March of Dimes North Louisiana Division will hold its annual dance, a premier fundraiser that benefits all babies. Music will be provided by Louisiana Outlaws. Includes a bourbon tasting, balloon drop, dance contests, food, cash bar, and silent auction. All proceeds will benefit the March of Dimes Foundation. General admission tickets are free with a donation to March of Dimes, and are available at the March of Dimes office, 1120 S. Pointe Parkway and at local Capital One Bank locations; $250-$1,000, sponsorship tables.
7 pm: Shreveport Aftershock v. The Dallas Diamonds
We play in the 51-team IWFL (Independent Women's Football League). Come out, have a fun family evening, and see what women's tackle football is all about! $8.00 adults, kids FREE. Check out their official website. And go buy tickets.
8:30 pm -- Movies & Moonbeams @ Mike Woods Park
The Robinson Film Center and Shreveport Parks and Recreation presents the outdoor screening of "Kung Fu Panda." The park is located at 2200 Dennis St. in Bossier City.
SUNDAY, JUNE 14TH
(no major events on this day)
MONDAY, JUNE 15TH
1 pm: 2009 Youth Football Camp @ Independence Stadium
Come join LSU Head Coach Les Miles for the 3rd Annual Youth Football Camp. The camp is open to students in the 4th-8th grades. Kids are invited to come work on Fundamentals, Technique and Skills needed to play the game of football. participants will receive individual instruction and will be broken into groups to work on specific position techniques and more. This event is FREE!!! Registration begins at Noon on the day of the camp. This event is sponsored by Caddo Public Schools and Word of Faith Church International. You can download a registration form at www.caddo.k12.la.us or www.ricklaytonministries.org.
7:05 pm -- Shreveport Captains vs. Pensacola Pelicans @ Fairgrounds Field
A minor league baseball game. Admission is $5. They will have a game every day this week.
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