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(Information on this page was obtained from the "Shreveport-Bossier convention &
tourist bureau")
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Curious-Mysterious-Strange Secrets of the Sideshow
Friday, June 27, 2008 -
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Artspace at the West Edge, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. Come explore the
secret world of the circus in this curious-mysterious-strange exhibition.
June 27-Aug. 30. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 318-673-6500/6535. info@shrevearts.org.
www.shrevearts.org
William Dunlap: Hypothetical
Realism
Sunday, June 29, 2008 -
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Louisiana State Exhibit Museum, 3015 Greenwood Rd., Shreveport. William
Dunlap, a nationally recognized artist, will exhibit surreal and humorous
interpretations of the American landscape in paintings, sculptures,
constructions, and mixed media installations. June 29-Aug. 31. Mon.-Fri.,
9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 12 p.m.-4 p.m. Free. 318-632-2020.
deann.driver@sos.louisiana.gov.
www.sos.louisiana.gov/museums
Shreveport Farmer's Market
Tuesday, July 01, 2008 -
Saturday, August 30, 2008
Festival Plaza, 101 Crockett St., Shreveport. Visit an outdoor market
filled with fresh vegetables, fruits and crafts of all kinds. Continuing
through Aug. 30. Open from 7 a.m. to noon on Saturdays. The 4-7 p.m.,
"happy hour" market every Tuesday features a cash bar and musical
entertainment. Free. 318-455-5788.
"TNT" - Thursday Night Trolley
Tours
Thursday, August 21, 2008
Artspace at the West Edge, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. An "explosion" of
culture! Come and discover the Downtown Arts District. Enjoy a narrated
tour, live music, and art. Third Thursday of each month. 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m.
Free. 318-673-6500/6535. bonne@shrevearts.org.
www.shrevearts.org
James Burton Guitar Festival
Friday, August 22, 2008 -
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Municipal Auditorium, 705 Elvis Presley Ave., Shreveport. Enjoy three days
of music magic featuring the hottest guitar pickers in the world. This
non-profit festival is sponsored by the James Burton Foundation and
teaches music to children and young adults. Aug. 22-24. Prices will be
different for individual events. 318-424-5000. info@jamesburtonmusic.com.
www.jamesburtonmusic.com
American Idols Live! Tour 2008
Tuesday, August 26, 2008
CenturyTel Center, 2000 CenturyTel Center Dr., Bossier City. The Pop Tarts
sponsored tour will start in the Western part of the United States and
move towards the East, stopping for 49 different performances along the
way. August 26, 7 p.m. $39.50-68.50. Tickets go on sale May 17. They may
be purchased at the CenturyTel Box Office or charge by phone at
318-741-9700.
www.centurytelcenter.com
Angels presented by The Strand
Theatre
Friday, August 29, 2008 -
Saturday, September 13, 2008
The Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Opening the 2008-09
season, Angels, the new Broadway Musical will premiere at The Strand
Theatre before heading to Broadway. Aug. 29 - Sept. 13. Watch the Strand
website and the local media for updates on ticket prices, show times, etc.
318-226-1481.
www.thestrandtheatre.com
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Angels presented by The Strand
Theatre
Friday, August 29, 2008 -
Saturday, September 13, 2008
The Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Opening the 2008-09
season, Angels, the new Broadway Musical will premiere at The Strand
Theatre before heading to Broadway. Aug. 29 - Sept. 13. Watch the Strand
website and the local media for updates on ticket prices, show times, etc.
318-226-1481.
www.thestrandtheatre.com
Paws and Reflect: Art of
Canines
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
- Sunday, November 30, 2008
R. W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Av., Shreveport. An appealing
exhibit of some 50 paintings and 15 sculptures by leading artists from
around the world who specialize in canine subjects. Sept. 2-Nov. 30.
Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; weekends 1-5 p.m. Free. 318-865-4201. jb@rwnaf.org.
www.rwnaf.org
Greater Tuna presented by
Shreveport Little Theatre
Friday, September 05, 2008 -
Sunday, September 07, 2008
Woman's Department Club Auditorium, corner of Line Ave. & Margaret Pl.,
Shreveport. This comedy features two actors creating the entire population
of Tuna, twenty characters, in a tour de farce of quick-change artistry.
Sept. 5,6,12,13, at 8 p.m.; Sept. 7,14, at 2 p.m. $15, $13 seniors,
students & active military. 318-424-4439.
www.shreveportlittletheatre.org
Gun & Knife Show
Saturday, September 06, 2008
- Sunday, September 07, 2008
Bossier Civic Center, 620 Benton Rd., Bossier City. Buy, sell, trade or
just look. Ammo, coins, swords, antique arms, guns and knives will be on
display. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat. and Sun. $5 donation, children 6-12 $1 with
adult only. 318-949-3506 or 318-949-3126.
www.bossiercity.org
Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet
presents "Ballet Under the Stars"
Saturday, September 06, 2008
Upper Festival Plaza, 101 Crockett St., Shreveport. Our gift to you! Come
and enjoy an evening of dance in a casual, relaxed atmosphere featuring
your local dancers from a variety of venues. Young ballerina's will have
the opportunity to go on stage during intermission to participate in a
ballet class! Sept. 6, 7:30 p.m. Free. 318-866-9916.
www.shreveportmetroballet.org
The Grego-Roman Tour
Saturday, September 06, 2008
R. W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. Explore the
classical influence of ancient Greece and the Roman Empire on works and
artists in the Gallery, and unravel the history depicted in the
Tapestries. Sept. 6, 2 p.m. in Lobby. Free. 318-865-4201.
www.rwnaf.org
Ark-La-Tex Gun Collectors
Association Gun Show
Saturday, September 06, 2008
- Sunday, September 07, 2008
Bossier Civic Center, 620 Benton Rd., Bossier City. Come visit the
"original" Ark-La-Tex Gun Collectors Association Gun and Knife Show. Sept.
6-7, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $5 donation adults. 318-949-3126. jharward@hotmail.com.
www.bossiercity.org
Red River Balloonfest & Sky
Parade
Friday, September 12, 2008 -
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Louisiana Boardwalk, 390 Plaza Loop, Bossier City. People of all ages will
be entertained at this event. There will be live entertainment, tethered
balloon rides, hot air balloon glows, classic car show, radio control
planes, professional kite flying demo, children's playground, air show,
crafters & commercial booths. Sept. 12 - 14. Friday, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m.;
Sat., 3 p.m. - 10 p.m. Balloons will fly in 7 a.m. - 9 a.m. Sat., and
through Sunday. Free attendance and parking. 318-925-2307.
www.louisianaboardwalk.com
Greater Tuna presented by
Shreveport Little Theatre
Friday, September 12, 2008 -
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Woman's Department Club Auditorium, corner of Line Ave. & Margaret Pl.,
Shreveport. This comedy features two actors creating the entire population
of Tuna, twenty characters, in a tour de farce of quick-change artistry.
Sept. 5,6,12,13, at 8 p.m.; Sept. 7,14, at 2 p.m. $15, $13 seniors,
students & active military. 318-424-4439.
www.shreveportlittletheatre.org
Chimpanzee Discovery Days
Saturday, September 13, 2008
Chimp Haven, Eddie D. Jones Nature Park, 13600 Chimpanzee Pl., Keithville.
Discovery days will include special themes, family fun, educational
opportunities and information on chimps. It will be open from 9 a.m. until
noon the second Saturday of the following months: March through June and
Sept. through Nov. Free and open to the public. Donations welcome. Ct.
318-925-9525.
www.chimphaven.org
Artistic Legacy of Clyde
Connell
Thursday, September 18, 2008
- Saturday, October 25, 2008
Artspace at the West Edge, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. The exhibition
explores the work of Clyde Connell and the impact on both family and
friends. Sept. 18-Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 318-675-6500/6535. info@shrevearts.org.
www.shrevearts.org
"TNT" - Thursday Night Trolley
Tours
Thursday, September 18, 2008
Artspace at the West Edge, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. An "explosion" of
culture! Come and discover the Downtown Arts District. Enjoy a narrated
tour, live music, and art. Third Thursday of each month. 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m.
Free. 318-673-6500/6535. bonne@shrevearts.org.
www.shrevearts.org
Pioneer Heritage Festival
Friday, September 19, 2008 -
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Town Square, 9359 Greenwood Rd., Greenwood. Enjoy the festivities of the
pioneer days which include arts, crafts, concessions, games,
entertainment, parade, and contests. Sept. 19-20. 318-938-7261.
Goad Custom Coatings "Twin
City Bomber Bash"
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Roadway Inn, 3033 Hilton Dr., Bossier City. Pre 1969 Traditional Hot Rods,
Kustoms, Lead Sleds, Choppers and Bobbers. The Miss Bomber Bash
Alternative Pagent will follow the Car Show. Not your typical pagent
pinups - gothic, tattooed, and pierced ladies, this is your event. Kustom
made trophies and 2007 Bomber Bash covered in Rebel Rodz magazine. Sept.
20, 1 p.m.-7 p.m. Pagent, 8 p.m. till ???. Cars, bikes pre-registration
$20; day of show $25. Admission free. 318-470-4605 or 318-560-5712.
goadcustomcoatings@yahoo.com.
www.myspace.com/bomberbash
Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet
presents "The Dallas Black Dance Theatre "
Saturday, September 20, 2008
The Strand Theatre, 619 Louisiana Ave., Shreveport. Enjoy modern and
contemporary dance at its highest level with this culturally diverse
group. Sept. 20, 7:30 p.m. $10, $15, $25. Visit www.thestrandtheatre.com
or call 318-226-1481 or 318-866-9916.
www.shreveportmetroballet.org
Boomtown Days Festival
Friday, September 26, 2008 -
Saturday, September 27, 2008
Rodessa, La., Main St. On Sept. 26, there will be gospel music beginning
at 6 p.m. followed by a live band and street dance. The festival will
follow on Sept. 27, with arts and crafts, food booths, and a parade
celebrating Rodessa's past as an oil industry in Louisiana. 318-223-4211.
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Paws and Reflect: Art of
Canines
Tuesday, September 02, 2008
- Sunday, November 30, 2008
R. W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Av., Shreveport. An appealing
exhibit of some 50 paintings and 15 sculptures by leading artists from
around the world who specialize in canine subjects. Sept. 2-Nov. 30.
Tues.-Fri., 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; weekends 1-5 p.m. Free. 318-865-4201. jb@rwnaf.org.
www.rwnaf.org
Artistic Legacy of Clyde
Connell
Thursday, September 18, 2008
- Saturday, October 25, 2008
Artspace at the West Edge, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. The exhibition
explores the work of Clyde Connell and the impact on both family and
friends. Sept. 18-Oct. 25, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. 318-675-6500/6535. info@shrevearts.org.
www.shrevearts.org
Red River Quilters Annual
Quilt Show
Friday, October 03, 2008 -
Sunday, October 05, 2008
Shreveport RiverView Hall, 600 Clyde Fant Pkwy., Shreveport. Featured is
Gayle Wallace of Taylor, La., a small quilt silent auction, a display of
quilts, merchant mall, demonstrations and door prizes. Also displayed is a
national traveling collection of 52 wall quilts created by caregivers and
families affected by Alzheimer's. Oct. 3-5. Friday, $5, seniors, $4, Sat.
& Sun. included with Red River Revel ticket. Show hours: Fri. 10-6 p.m.;
Sat. 11-6p.m.; Sun., 11-4 p.m. 318-425-2003. carolyn_hunter@bellsouth.net.
www.redriverquilters.com
Red River Revel Arts Festival
Saturday, October 04, 2008 -
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Festival Plaza, I-20 exit 19A, 101 Crockett St., Shreveport. Hundreds of
the country's top artists, craftsmen, entertainers, and culinary masters
come together for this annual festival of the arts. There is a remarkable
variety of food and activities for children. Oct. 4 - Oct. 11, Fri. &
Sat., 11 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun.-Thu., 11 a.m.-9 p.m. 318-424-4000.
www.ci.shreveport.la.us/dept/spar/CityFacilities/FestivalPlaza.htm
Halloween Tour
Saturday, October 04, 2008
R. W. Norton Art Gallery, 4747 Creswell Ave., Shreveport. The literature
based Halloween Tour continues in its tradition of terrorizing and
horrifying the souls brave enough to explore the darker side of the
Gallery's collection. Oct. 4, 2 p.m. in Lobby. Free. 318-865-4201.
www.rwnaf.org
Mooringsport Fall Festival
Friday, October 10, 2008 -
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Downtown Mooringsport on beautiful Caddo Lake, Mooringsport. Something for
everyone - children's parade (dressed up pets, costumes, decorated
wheels), gumbo supper, karaoke contest, gospel music, live entertainment,
Elvis impersonator, live band, food, crafts, treasure hunt, raffle and
parade. Oct. 10, 5 p.m. 'til Sat., 9 a.m. Free. 318-934-2587 or
318-294-2907. terrik555@aol.com.
Gaither Homecoming
Friday, October 10, 2008
CenturyTel Center, 2000 CenturyTel Center Dr., Bossier City. The "Lovin'
Life Tour 2008" line-up includes Jeff & Sheri Easter, Gaither Vocal Band,
TaRanda Greene and Ernie Haase & Signature Sound plus many more. Oct. 10,
7 p.m. $41.25, $31.25. Charge by phone at 318-741-9700, in person at the
CenturyTel Center Box Office or any Ticketmaster outlet. 318-747-2501.
Chimpanzee Discovery Days
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Chimp Haven, Eddie D. Jones Nature Park, 13600 Chimpanzee Pl., Keithville.
Discovery days will include special themes, family fun, educational
opportunities and information on chimps. It will be open from 9 a.m. until
noon the second Saturday of the following months: March through June and
Sept. through Nov. Free and open to the public. Donations welcome. Ct.
318-925-9525.
www.chimphaven.org
Bee Gum Festival
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Stonewall Community Park, 5208 Hwy. 3276, Stonewall-Frierson Rd.,
Stonewall. Enjoy family fun, games and entertainment along with good food
and shopping. Oct. 11. Festival is free. The VFW Pancake Breakfast will
begin at 6 a.m. 318-469-8498.
Pioneer Heritage Day, LSU
Shreveport
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Louisiana State University, One University Pl., Shreveport. Enjoy a trip
back to the past. Featured is the Caspiana and Thrasher Plantation Homes,
Webb & Webb Commissary, Caspiano Doctor's Office, Blacksmith Shop,
Detached Kitchen, and Riverfront Mission Chapel. Demonstrations and
historians on site. Oct. 11, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free. 318-797-5332.
www.lsus.edu
"TNT" - Thursday Night Trolley
Tours
Thursday, October 16, 2008
Artspace at the West Edge, 710 Texas St., Shreveport. An "explosion" of
culture! Come and discover the Downtown Arts District. Enjoy a narrated
tour, live music, and art. Third Thursday of each month. 4:30 p.m.-8 p.m.
Free. 318-673-6500/6535. bonne@shrevearts.org.
www.shrevearts.org
Red River Rounders 34th Annual
Halloween Ball
Friday, October 17, 2008 -
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Bossier Civic Center, 620 Benton Rd., Bossier City. Round dance festival
weekend includes two dance halls with intermediate to high level dancing.
Join in the fun with no competition. Spectators welcome! Oct. 17, 7-10:30
p.m.; Oct. 18, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., 1-3 p.m., 8 p.m.-12 a.m. Spectators free.
Dancers $95 per couple. 318-938-7639. dorisgp@bellsouth.net.
www.geocities.com/red-river-rounders
Jeff Dunham, Spark of Insanity
Sunday, October 19, 2008
CenturyTel Center, 2000 CenturyTel Center Dr., Bossier City. With two
Amazon.com #1 selling DVD's, two record-setting Comedy Central specials, a
sold-out national tour, and you-tube hits in the multi-millions, Jeff
Dunham is a pop culture phenomenon! Oct. 19, 7 p.m. $41.25. Tickets may be
purchased at the CenturyTel Center Box Office or Ticket Masters at
318-741-9700. www.jeffdunhan.com.
www.centurytelcenter.com
State Fair of Louisiana
Thursday, October 23, 2008 -
Sunday, November 09, 2008
Louisiana State Fairgrounds, 3701 Hudson Ave., Shreveport. The State Fair
is the official State Fair for Louisiana attracting over 350,000 guests.
It is host to the largest livestock show and carnival in the state. Oct.
23-Nov. 9. Wed., Thurs., & Sun., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-11
p.m. Closed Mon. & Tues. $8. Discount tickets available at Brookshires and
Super One Foods. 318-635-1361. info@statefairoflouisiana.com.
www.statefairoflouisiana.com
Artscare
Friday, October 24, 2008
Artspace at the West Edge, 710 Texas St. Art Space's "spooktacular" annual
fundraising event. Oct. 24. Call 318-673-6500/6535 for further information
or visit info@shrevearts.org.
www.shrevearts.org
Pumpkin Shine on Line
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Betty Virginia Park, 3901 Fairfield, Shreveport. Come see the pumpkin
patch and join in the festivities. Oct. 29, rain date Oct. 30. Free.
318-868-8773.
A Tuna Christmas presented by
Shreveport Little Theatre
Friday, October 31, 2008 -
Sunday, November 02, 2008
Woman's Department Club Auditorium, corner of Line Ave. & Margaret Pl.,
Shreveport. It's Christmas in the third smallest town in Texas. Radio
station OKKK news personalities report on various Yuletide activities.
Oct. 31, Nov. 1,7,8, at 8 p.m.; Nov. 2,9, at 2 p.m. $15, $13 seniors,
students & active military. 318-424-4439.
www.shreveportlittletheatre.org
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