Shreveport-Bossier Convention & Tourist Bureau
629 Spring St.
Shreveport, LA 71101
(888) 45-VISIT
shreveport-bossier.org
Shreveport-Bossier
”The Nutcracker” Civic Performance, Nov. 7
Civic Performances Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet will present a FREE civic performance of excerpts from its holiday classic, “The Nutcracker.”
This delightful “sneak peek” at the full-length production features members of SMB’s Junior and Senior Company in full costume, as well as a reading of the classic “Nutcracker” story. Come and join SMB for this wonderful family event!
Dates and Times: Monday, November 7, 7:00pm Shreve Memorial Library, Broadmoor Branch 1212 Captain Shreve Drive Shreveport, LA 71105 318-869-0120
”The Nutcracker” Civic Performance, Nov. 14
Civic Performances Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet will present a FREE civic performance of excerpts from its holiday classic, “The Nutcracker.”
This delightful “sneak peek” at the full-length production features members of SMB’s Junior and Senior Company in full costume, as well as a reading of the classic “Nutcracker” story. Come and join SMB for this wonderful family event!
Dates and Times: Monday, November 14, 6:00pm Asbury United Methodist Church 3200 Airline Drive Bossier City, LA 71111 318-746-5349 *This performance is organized in conjunction with the Volunteers of America LightHouse program in Bossier City
Les Boutiques de Noël
Wednesday, November 16 through Saturday, November 19 @ Bossier Civic Center,
presented by Shreveport-Bossier Opera Guild — The 37th Annual One Stop, Holiday, Shopping Extravaganza sponsored by The Shreveport-Bossier Opera Guild. This arts and crafts show features a variety of items for holiday gifts and decorations. Wednesday 16th is the preview party. Thursday and Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday, 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Christmas Tree Lighting Event
The Louisiana Boardwalk in Bossier is getting into the holiday spirit. Lighting Shreveport / Bossier’s largest Christmas tree. We’ve been told the big guy, Santa Claus himself, will take a break from their holiday rush at the North Pole to make an appearance. So kids you can get a jump-start on giving him your wish lists.
Deck the Stacks Christmas Craft Day
Join us for a “Deck the Stacks” Christmas Craft Workshop.
Paula Prieshoff will show participants how to make adorable shelf-sitters using clay pots as well as paper bag ornaments. All craft supplies will be provided; just bring your holiday spirit and imagination. Items made during the workshop can be used as part of our branch Christmas display in December.
Please call and reserve a spot for this workshop so that we can determine the amount of supplies needed. Contact the Information Desk at 687-6824.
Holiday Day Camps
School’s out, Sci-Port’s IN! November 21 – 23, December 19 – 23 & 27 – 30 and January 2 – 4 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Parents, Sci-Port Holiday Day Camps can give you just the break you need to finish your cooking, shopping and prepping so that you can relax and enjoy the season with your family!
Kids, tired of just sitting around the house while your parents get ready for the holidays? Tell them about Sci-Port Holiday Day Camps. They’re educational… and fun!
Sci-Port’s Holiday Day Camps are themed and designed to accommodate specific grade groups, as follows: K – 1st, 2nd – 3rd and 4th – 5th grades. Each camper must be currently enrolled in the corresponding grade groups listed above for the 2011-12 school year. Themes vary day to day from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. daily. Each day camp includes a mid-morning and afternoon snack, all materials and supplies needed for the session, a 30-minute supervised lunch provided by Counter Culture @ Sci-Port and an IMAX film admission. Each Day Camp
Costs: Members $40; Non-Members $45 Extended Care Options (Must be arranged at time of booking.): Morning Care (8 – 9 a.m.): $6 per day Afternoon Care (4 – 5 p.m.): $6 per day Morning and Afternoon Care (8 – 9 a.m. & 4 – 5 p.m.): $12 per day Drop off is located inside the Center in the Swepco Demonstration Theater. Pick-up will be available curbside or inside the building in the Anderson Family Foucault Pendulum area. Pre-registration is required. Call (318) 424-8660 to reserve your spot today! Extended care must be arranged at time of booking.
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Holiday Day Camp Themes: November 21 – 23
Monday, November 21: Storm Spotters Ever wonder how a tornado works? Discover the complexities of air, create your very own tornado and learn how to collect the data that helps predict the weather.
Tuesday, November 22: Can You Dig It? Calling all geologists in training! Create edible rocks
Annual Mistletoe & More Show
147 booths filled with unique one-of-a-kind items, holiday decor, jewelry, tasty treats, gifts for all ages, and much more! Complete all of your holiday shopping in less than one roof. This is an event you do not want to miss. Families come together to do their traditional holiday shopping.
Admission: $4, Children 10 years and under are free. Friday and Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. 318-564-9489.
28th Annual Christmas in Roseland
FRIDAYS, SATURDAY, SUNDAYS ONLY: November 25- December 18, 2011 from 5:30
p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Last car admitted at 9:30 p.m.
Kicking off Thanksgiving weekend, the Gardens of the American Rose Center are transformed into a whimsical winter wonderland featuring more than a million twinkling lights, dozens of lighted displays, giant Christmas Cards to the Community created by area school children, Santa’s Candy Shop and much more. This multi-weekend event features nightly entertainment, photos with Santa, rides on the Roseland Express train, a model train display and tons of fun for the whole family!
ADMISSION
Individual admission is $5 per person or $20 per carload. Ages 2 and younger are free.
Group Rates
- $35 per minibus (Up to 25 people)
- $75 per charter bus, please call 318-938-5402 to make a reservation
PHOTOS WITH SANTA
Photos with Santa are $10 each. No personal photography allowed. Santa is located in the Administration Building. Tickets may be purchased online or in the Gift Shop.
ROSELAND EXPRESS TRAIN
Roseland Express tickets are $5. Tickets may be purchased online or in the Gift Shop.
AMERICAN ROSE CENTER GIFT SHOP
Visit our gift shop and do some Christmas shopping. It’s the perfect place to pick up stocking stuffers or gifts for your loved ones.
City of Bossier City and Bossier Parish Community College Annual Christmas Show
Wednesday, November 30 through Thursday, December 1 @ Bossier Civic Center,
presented by Bossier Parish Community College — The Annual Christmas Show
presented for the City of Bossier by the Bossier Parish Community College.
318-678-6328.
24th Annual Greening of the Museum
The 24th Annual Greening of Louisiana State Exhibit Museum will take place on Thursday, December 1st, 2011.
After a fun filled morning of SOX performances, making ornaments and prizes for the 24 3rd grade classes that have designed and decorated a holiday tree on this year’s theme of “Home Grown – Louisiana Artists”.
The trees will be on display until the end of December.
Christmas Free Gift Wrapping for Senior Citizens
Free Christmas gift wrapping for Senior Citizens 50 and Up
Country Christmas Festival
Celebrate the Christmas season with a full day of activities that culminates with a parade. 100 Front Street, PO Box 31, Vivian.
Always held first Saturday in December.
1st Saturday Tour: Christmas Tour
Our Christmas Tour explores works with a Christmas or winter theme, accompanied by inspirational stories of the season.
Ho Ho Christmas O
Saturday, December 3 @ Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park — The Ark-La-Tex Orienteering Society presents orienteering challenges throughout Walter B. Jacobs Memorial Nature Park. Registration is required. For information, visit the ALTOS website.
Christmas on Caddo Fireworks Festival
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Fireworks festival on Caddo Lake. Concession booths open at 3:00 p.m., fireworks at 6:30 p.m. at Earl G. Williamson Park in Oil City.
Holiday Laser Light Show
A laser light show set to holiday songs, complete with falling snow.
The show runs every Twenty minutes from 5p.m. to 8p.m..
“The Nutcracker” 2011
“The Nutcracker” Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet presents its annual holiday classic, “The Nutcracker,” on December 3rd and 4th, 2011 at Shreveport’s Riverview Theater.
The production features professional guest artists from the Houston Ballet, the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra conducted by Kermit Poling, and more than 100 local dancers. Tickets are $10-35. Contact SMB at 318-221-8500 or visit www.shreveportmetroballet.org for more information.
Riverview Theater 600 Clyde Fant Parkway Tickets go on sale November 1. Show times: Saturday, December 3rd, 7:30pm Sunday, December 4th, 3:00pm
Casting Crowns with Sanctus Real
ON SALE NOW World Vision Presents
Casting Crowns Come to the Well Tour
Featuring Sanctus Real, The Afters, and Introducing Lindsay McCaul
Sugar Plum Fairy Luncheon
Join Shreveport Metropolitan Ballet for the traditional Sugar Plum Fairy Luncheon prior to the Sunday, December 4th matinee performance of “The Nutcracker.”
This delightful event will be held at the R.S. Barnwell Garden and Art Center, located conveniently across the street from Riverview Theater.
Tickets are $10 for children 12 and under and $15 for adults. Costumed “Nutcracker” characters arrive at 12:45pm for photographs and autographs, and lunch will be served at 1:15pm.
Visit www.shreveportmetroballet.org for reservations, or call SMB at 318-221-8500. Tickets for the Sugar Plum Fairy Luncheon will go on sale to the general public on November 1.
Christmas Programs for Pre-Schoolers
Christmas Programs at Wallette with
Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus:
December 6 – 9 The Cajun Gingerbread Boy
December 13-16 T’was the Night before Christmas read by Santa Claus treats for all Children
December 20-23 Winter is here
December 27 -30 A Fun New Year
How to Make a Christmas Tutu
Make all of her Christmas wishes come true with a holiday tutu!
Learn how to construct the perfect tutu for holiday pictures, parties, and even Christmas day! Supply approx. $25.00
Christmas Sing-Along
Join us at Hamilton/South Caddo on December 10th from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. for a Christmas Sing-Along. Hosted by our own, very talented, Kelly Igo Beavers and Tiffany Snyder, everyone is invited to get into the Christmas Spirit as together we sing many popular Christmas songs. This event is open to everyone. Bring your whole family for this fun, uplifting event. Light refreshments will be served.
Celebrate Highland 2011: A Holiday Home Tour
Revel in the holiday spirit with Celebrate Highland: A Holiday Home Tour, December 10-11, 2011, in Shreveport’s Highland neighborhood. The festive event will kick off with a candlelight tour on Saturday, December 10 from 5pm-9pm. The tour will begin at the Meadows Museum, located at 2911 Centenary Blvd, and will feature complimentary wine and cheese, musical entertainment, and mini-bus transportation to the tour homes. Sunday’s afternoon tour will be from 1pm-5pm and will begin at C & C Electric and Lighting, located at 2430 Line Ave. The tour will feature complimentary coffee, refreshments, live holiday music, and trolley transportation to the tour homes. Visit the event website for a full list of homes on the tour this year. Tickets are $20 per day and will be sold at the starting point of each tour (the Meadows on Saturday and C & C Electric on Sunday). Two-day package deals are available for a money-saving $35. Advance tickets will be $15 a day for HRA members who have paid their dues in 2011. Celebrate Highland is presented by the Highland Restoration Association, ISA/Stewart Insurance Associates, Inc., Robin Ramsey, Realtor, and the Shreveport-Bossier Convention and Tourist Bureau. For more information, contact HRA at 318-221-7629 or highland_restoration@hotmail.com.
Benton Christmas on the Square Festival and Parade
Free admission and free parking and shuttle service available at the Benton Parish Courthouse.
The Town of Benton’s 12th Annual Christmas Celebration will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday at Heritage Village Square in Benton, LA.
A full day of family fun is planned with dash around the square 5k run; large children’s area with inflatables, face painting, arts, crafts and games; live entertainment; cookie and candy contest; art contest; pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus; Santa’s little red wagon parade; arts, crafts and gift vendors; food court; special guests, “Swamp People” Junior and Willie Edwards; and the only Christmas parade in Bossier Parish.
Autographs and pictures with Junior and Willie, 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Christmas parade rolls at 3 p.m.
For vendor, contest and parade forms visit our website at www.bentonchristmasonthesquare.com.
Festival Info. 318-746-7557, Parade Info. 318-230-6956.
Holiday On Broadway
An unforgettable evening of music guaranteed to put you in a festive mood – this show includes music from around the world in a celebration of Christmas, Hannukah and Kwanzaa. Featured selections include hits from Broadway and film as well as our hilarious fractured carols. Songs include We Need a Little Christmas, Feliz Navidad, White Christmas, Wassail, Jingle Bel Rock, S’vivon, Channukah, You’re a Mean One, Mr. Grinch! The Twelve Days of Christmas, and many more. The perfect evening to get into the spirit of Christmas!
Christmas for the Critters
Celebrate the season of giving by making festive treats for wildlife.
There is no cost to visit the park or to attend this program.
Cirque Du Soleil – Dralion
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Dralion is a touring production by the Canadian entertainment Cirque du Soleil.
The show combines elements of traditional Chinese circus with Western contemporary circus, complementing the “East-meets-West” theme implied in the title is a portmanteau of “dragon” (representing the East) and “lion” (representing the West).
Holiday Pops with Twyla
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Celebrate the holidays in style with the amazing soprano Twyla Robinson, the SSO and the Holiday Pops Children’s Chorus.
A memorable and fun evening filled with seasonal favorites, our toe-tapping Holiday Pops concert will put you in a festive mood!
A Festival of Lessons and Carols at St Mark’s Cathedral
A Christmas Service of Music and Readings based on the annual Christmas Eve service sung by King’s College, Cambridge, England. St. Mark’s intergenerational choir offers special Choral Music for the season as well as congregation carols for all.
Advocare V100 Independence Bowl
The college football bowl game, feature teams from ACC and Mountain West Conferences.
Pep Rally at noon on the Fairground. Game time 4:00p.m.