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Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Discover handmade treasures and enjoy live music at the 8th annual Bossier City Makers Fair
BOSSIER CITY, La. (KTAL/KMSS) — ArkLaTex's biggest collection of artists and handmade items returns for the 8th annual Bossier City Makers Fair. The fair will feature over 140 handmade makers, artists, homemade entrepreneurs, crafters, food trucks, kids' activities, live music, face painting, and more. Jazz Fest on the Red is coming to Shreveport, here's what you need to know 'The event features artisans selling everything from canvas and multimedia art, stained glass, canning, jewelry, knitting, fruits and veggies, salsa, upcycled furniture, artisan soap, pies and cookies, signs, candles, pottery, pizza, southern cuisine, tacos, gator bites, tamales, leather goods, wreaths, textiles, home décor, clothing, knives, ceramics, homemade artisan food, baked goods, honey, and more,' the BCMF said in a Facebook post. The fair will be held on Saturday, March 22 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at the Louisiana Boardwalk, 540 Boardwalk Blvd, Bossier City. Admission and parking are free and open to the public. For more information, join the Bossier City Makers Fair's Facebook event or visit Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Riverview Park's Jazz Fest on the Red: What you need to know
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – Shreveport's Riverview Park will come alive as Jazz Fest on the Red celebrates the rich musical heritage of the region. Journey through campus art with Centenary's Art Stroll 'We want the energy, the rhythm, the soul of jazz to echo through the streets, honoring the past, present, and future of the ArkLaTex's jazz legacy,' said Jazz Fest on the Red co-founder Charity Moran. 'This festival isn't just an event—it's a movement. It's about keeping jazz alive, celebrating our culture, and making sure the next generation has a stage to shine on.' Jazz Fest on the Red will be held on Saturday, April 12 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at Riverview Park, 601 Clyde Fant Pkwy in Shreveport. For more updates and to purchase tickets, visit their Facebook page or Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
21-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jazz Fest on the Red to debut April 12
SHREVEPORT, La. (KTAL/KMSS) – The inaugural 'Jazz Fest on the Red' will make its debut on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at Riverview Park. The festival will feature an abundance of live music and regional cuisine from homegrown jazz musicians and food vendors. There will also be artisan marketplaces that showcase unique creations from local artists as well as family-friendly activities for all ages. Celebrate local students at Bossier's i3 Art Expo Proceeds from the festival will directly fund scholarships for area high school jazz band students to provide them with the proper instruments and education. 'Jazz Fest on the Red is more than just a festival – it's a movement to celebrate Shreveport's jazz legacy while nurturing the next generation of artists,' said Managing Partner Charity Moran. 'By bringing world-class jazz to our city and directly supporting young musicians, we're creating a lasting impact on both our cultural landscape and the future of jazz.' Jazz Fest on the Red will be held from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. at Riverview Park, 601-699 Clyde Fant Memorial Parkway in Shreveport. Tickets are now available online and include general admission starting at $40 and VIP packages starting at $100. For more information, please visit their website or contact Charity Moran. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
