WATER TOWER: ART PROJECT

by | September 9, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE, Arts, COMMUNITY, CULTURE | 0 Comments

In mid-2023, the mayor’s office suggested elevating some of Shreveport's water towers when the First lady of Shreveport, Mrs. Elizabeth Arceneaux, recommended a contest involving artists with a connection to Shreveport. The Shreveport Regional Arts Council (SRAC) was...
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The Absurdity of Facebook: A Critical Look at Our Digital Obsession

by | August 23, 2024 | CULTURE | 0 Comments

By Seva May In an era where digital communication has become ubiquitous, Facebook is an emblem of our collective obsession with social media. Launched in 2004, it has evolved from a mere social networking platform to an omnipresent entity that influences personal...
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BOOK REVIEW: 100 THINGS TO DO IN SHREVEPORT-BOSSIER

by | August 20, 2024 | 2024, CULTURE, Good to Know | 0 Comments

You can live in a place for a lifetime and still never scratch the surface of a city. Having resources like the book, "100 Things to Do in Shreveport-Bossier Louisiana Before You Die" by Monica Dollar Champagne, is a great gift for the local or the newcomer. If you...
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ART & CULTURE: A Passion for Acting, Theatre, and Teaching

by | August 20, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE, Arts, CULTURE | 0 Comments

Acting and the theater have long captivated audiences and artists alike, offering a unique avenue for self-expression, creativity, and emotional connection. The world of acting is not just about playing a role on stage; it involves a deep exploration of human emotions...
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Anniversary Gifts

by | July 30, 2024 | 2024, COMMUNITY, CULTURE, LIVING, WEDDINGS | 0 Comments

Every year has a traditional gift and flowers, colors, and gemstones that correspond to the specific celebration. These longstanding traditions have a history extending back to the medieval period and were considered agents of good fortune and prosperity in marriage....
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Your Fairytale Begins Here

by | July 9, 2024 | 2024, CULTURE, WEDDINGS, Women | 0 Comments

A Comprehensive Guide for a Stress-Free and Spectacular DayPlanning a wedding can be a daunting task, filled with endless decisions and details to consider. From setting a budget to choosing vendors and designing the perfect look, every aspect of the planning process...
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FONDREN’S CLASSIC CARS & GUITARS

by | June 26, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE, EVENTS, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Craig Fondren of Fondren's Classic Cars & Guitars has loved classic cars since he was 13 years old.What started as a simple question to his dad awakened a passion he never let go of. "We had an old broken-down Lincoln in our backyard, so I asked my dad about...
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Top Ten Shreveport Murals

by | June 14, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE, Arts, COMMUNITY, CULTURE, PEOPLE & PLACES | 0 Comments

Today I am rating my top 10 favorite murals in Shreveport and Bossier. There is no rhyme or reason to the individual rankings or why some are on the list when there are so many others. It’s just fun to notice the unique color of our city and to celebrate the joy they...
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Love Shreveport

by | June 12, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE, COMMUNITY, CULTURE | 0 Comments

By now, you have probably noticed that Mayor Tom Arceneaux displays prominently and frequently a lapel button that says, “I Love Shreveport” with a heart. Locals are picking it up and running with it...without being asked. Mayor Arceneaux’s wife, First Lady Elizabeth...
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The Strand Theatre: Celebrating a Century as a Shreveport Staple

by | June 7, 2024 | 2024, ART & CULTURE, COMMUNITY, CULTURE | 0 Comments

Theater brings people together. Where else can you sit in a dark room with a bunch of strangers and all dream about the same thing? Movies are great, too, but there is something about live theater that hits differently. There is more connection, no false moments. It’s...
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