| May 24th, 2010 (Mon) -- Jul 30th, 2010 (Fri) | 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM |
| NSU Art Exhibit NSU student Josh Stelly presents his multifaceted art show, One Love. The title "One Love" refers to one love of design - furniture, clothing and sculpture. The exhibit, which utilizes the first and second floor galleries and atrium, showcases Stelly's elegant and dramatic creations in paper, plastic, paint, fabric, furnishings and jewelry. Stelly, a native of Arnaudville, is mostly self-taught and credits his desire to do his own research and understand how things are consructed. The exhibit is hled in Orville Hanchey Gallery. Gallery hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. For more information call (318) 357-5476. |
| Jun 2nd, 2010 (Wed) -- Jul 29th, 2010 (Thu) |
| Summer Reading Program Kids up to age 12 are invited to come the the Natchitoches Parish Library, 450 Second Street, to participate in the "Make a Splah - Read" Louisiana Summer Reading Program, a weekly program that includes entertainment by professional performers, books and prizes. Registration for the program will begin June 1 and continue throughout the month. Performances will be held every Wednesday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and every Thursday at 10 a.m. For more information call (318) 357-3280 or visit www.youseemore.com/natchitoches. |
| Jul 1st, 2010 (Thu) | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Teen Reading Program Pre-teens and teens ages 11-17 are invited to come to the Natchitoches Parish Library to Make Waves at the Library's official Louisiana Teen Reading Program. Programs and activities include making your own slime, creating and racing mini sail boats, making and decorating water bracelets, sun visors and beach bags and much more. For more information call (318) 357-3280 or visit www.youseemore.com/natchitoches. The Library is located at 450 Second Street. |
| Jul 1st, 2010 (Thu) | 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy live entertainment by Hardrick Rivers at the Pioneer Restaurant & Pub, 812 Washington Street. Call (318) 352-4884 for more information. |
| Jul 2nd, 2010 (Fri) -- Jul 31st, 2010 (Sat) |
| Native American Art Exhibit In keeping with the ongoing Visiting Artist program, the Natchitoches Art Guild will be exhibiting art and artifacts of Native Americans of North America during the month of July. The exhibition will include items on loan from private collections as well as works for sale by a number of artists who represent the historical significance of the cultural contributions of Native Americans.. A special reception will be held on Friday, July 16 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Art Guild. The Art Guild is located at 584 Front Street and is open Monday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. For more information call (318) 352-1626 or visit http://www.natchitochesartguild.org/. |
| Jul 2nd, 2010 (Fri) -- Jul 4th, 2010 (Sun) |
| LNC Reunion 2010 This annual three-school reunion will be held at the Ben Johnson Auditorium on Martin Luther King Street. Attendees of this reunion come from all oer the U.S. and some foreign countries. Approximately 500-600 people are expected to attend. For more information contact LNC Reunion Chairperson Lillie Martin at (318) 357-1447. |
| Jul 2nd, 2010 (Fri) | 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy the sounds of DJ Doc Coutee at JJ's Bar and Lounge, 9503 Highway 1 in Natchez, LA. For more information call (318) 352-8757. |
| Jul 3rd, 2010 (Sat) | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Cane River Green Market Natchitoches' only farmers market selling everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to handmade crafts. Events and promotions for this event include demonstrations, special programming and live music. For more information contact Leslie Smith at (318) 352-2746 or (866) 941-MAIN. Cane River Green Market's website can also be accessed http://www.canerivergreenmarket.com/. |
| Jul 4th, 2010 (Sun) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy the sounds of the Lukejazz Duo at the Landing Restaurant, 530 Front Street. |
| Jul 4th, 2010 (Sun) | 2:00 PM |
| 4th of July Concert The stage has been set for a huge patriotic celebration this July 4th at Rebel State Historic Site. The amphitheatre will be filled with the sounds of patriotic music peformed by Karen and Zach Powell of Pleasant Hill, LA as well as country and gospel music by the Jodonna Hardy Band and other area musicians. There is no charge for admission into the amphitheatre. Consessions will be provided. Bring your lawn chairs, coolers and sunscreen. The Park is located at 1260 Hwy. 1221 in Marthaville. For more information call (888) 677-3600 or (318) 472-6255. |
| Jul 4th, 2010 (Sun) | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Celebration on the Cane Red, White and Blue! Show your patriotism in downtown Natchitoches. Enjoy live entertainment from Hardrick Rivers and Rivers Revue followed by a fireworks show. For more information call (866) 941-6246. |
| Jul 7th, 2010 (Wed) -- Jul 10th, 2010 (Sat) | 1:00 PM |
| Northwestern Summer Children's Theatre The Northwestern Summer Children's Theatre presents the children's play "Mother Goose Mysteries" at Theatre West. This play was written by James Daab. Tickets are $4.00 and group rates are available for 10+. For more information or reservations call (318) 357-4483. |
| Jul 7th, 2010 (Wed) | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Live Entertainment The Landing Restaurant, 530 Front Street, presents live entertainment every Wednesday evening. Music provided by Steve Wells and Friends. |
| Jul 8th, 2010 (Thu) | 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM |
| Teen Reading Program Pre-teens and teens ages 11-17 are invited to come to the Natchitoches Parish Library to Make Waves at the Library's official Louisiana Teen Reading Program. Programs and activities include making your own slime, creating and racing mini sail boats, making and decorating water bracelets, sun visors and beach bags and much more. For more information call (318) 357-3280 or visit www.youseemore.com/natchitoches. The Library is located at 450 Second Street. |
| Jul 8th, 2010 (Thu) | 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy live entertainment by Hardrick Rivers at the Pioneer Restaurant & Pub, 812 Washington Street. Call (318) 352-4884 for more information. |
| Jul 9th, 2010 (Fri) | 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy the sounds of DJ Doc Coutee at JJ's Bar and Lounge, 9503 Highway 1 in Natchez, LA. For more information call (318) 352-8757. |
| Jul 10th, 2010 (Sat) | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Cane River Green Market Natchitoches' only farmers market selling everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to handmade crafts. Events and promotions for this event include demonstrations, special programming and live music. For more information contact Leslie Smith at (318) 352-2746 or (866) 941-MAIN. Cane River Green Market's website can also be accessed http://www.canerivergreenmarket.com/. |
| Jul 10th, 2010 (Sat) | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Rumble on the Frontier Fort St. Jean Baptiste State Historic Site will host "Rumble on the Frontier." Visitors will be introduced to 18th Century French arms and artilery through a variety of discussions and demonstrations culminating in the firing of the Fort's 4-pound garrison gun. This event will take place weather permitting. The gun will be fired at 9:30, 11:30, 1:30 and 3:30. Admission to the Fort is $4 for ages 13-61. The Fort is located at 155 rue Jefferson. For more information call (888) 677-7853 or (318) 357-3101. |
| Jul 11th, 2010 (Sun) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy the sounds of the Lukejazz Duo at the Landing Restaurant, 530 Front Street. |
| Jul 14th, 2010 (Wed) -- Jul 17th, 2010 (Sat) | 1:00 PM |
| Northwestern Summer Children's Theatre The Northwestern Summer Children's Theatre presents the children's play "Mother Goose Mysteries" at Theatre West. This play was written by James Daab. Tickets are $4.00 and group rates are available for 10+. For more information or reservations call (318) 357-4483. |
| Jul 14th, 2010 (Wed) | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Live Entertainment The Landing Restaurant, 530 Front Street, presents live entertainment every Wednesday evening. Music provided by Steve Wells and Friends. |
| Jul 15th, 2010 (Thu) | 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy live entertainment by Hardrick Rivers at the Pioneer Restaurant & Pub, 812 Washington Street. Call (318) 352-4884 for more information. |
| Jul 16th, 2010 (Fri) -- Jul 17th, 2010 (Sat) |
| Natchitoches/NSU Folk Festival Annual Folk Festival in air-conditioned Prather Coliseum on the campus of NSU. This year's theme for the Festival is "Traditional Remedies: Folklife During Times of Adversity". Showcasing food, arts and crafts, musical entertainment, dance lessons, demonstrations and more to celebrate folk life in Louisiana. Also includes the Louisiana State Fiddle Championships. Weekend advance admission $11. All day on Saturday $8/evening only $5. Children ages 12 and under get in free with an accompanying adult. For more information, call (318) 357-4332 or visit online at www.nsula.edu/folklife. Festival hours: Friday - 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. / Saturday - 8:00 a.m. to 10:45 p.m. |
| Jul 16th, 2010 (Fri) | 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy the sounds of DJ Doc Coutee at JJ's Bar and Lounge, 9503 Highway 1 in Natchez, LA. For more information call (318) 352-8757. |
| Jul 17th, 2010 (Sat) -- Aug 20th, 2010 (Fri) |
| Triumph Over Tragedy Exhibit The Orville J. Hanchey Gallery at NSU in conjunction with the Natchitoches-NSU Folk Festival will exhibit Triumph Over Tragedy, the Shreveport Regional Arts Council/Eye-20 Creative Corridor commemoration of the people, places and events of the Great Depression/New Deal Era in North Louisiana. This photographic exhibition recognizes and remembers the struggles, sacrifices and successes of those who lived during this time of tragedy, tenacity and triumph. This exhibit perfectly complements the theme of this year's Folk Festival. The exhibit will be open July 17 from 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Regular hours are Monday-Thursday from 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m and Fridays 8 a.m.-12 p.m. For more information visit http://eye20creativecorridor.com/. |
| Jul 17th, 2010 (Sat) | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Cane River Green Market Natchitoches' only farmers market selling everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to handmade crafts. Events and promotions for this event include demonstrations, special programming and live music. For more information contact Leslie Smith at (318) 352-2746 or (866) 941-MAIN. Cane River Green Market's website can also be accessed http://www.canerivergreenmarket.com/. |
| Jul 18th, 2010 (Sun) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy the sounds of the Lukejazz Duo at the Landing Restaurant, 530 Front Street. |
| Jul 21st, 2010 (Wed) | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Live Entertainment The Landing Restaurant, 530 Front Street, presents live entertainment every Wednesday evening. Music provided by Steve Wells and Friends. |
| Jul 22nd, 2010 (Thu) -- Jul 24th, 2010 (Sat) | 6:00 PM |
| Northwestern Summer Dinner Theatre The Northwestern Summer Dinner Theatre will present the mystery "Marriage Can Be Murder" at A.A. Fredericks Auditorium. "Marriage Can Be Murder" is a murder mystery that takes place at the wedding and reception of Lisa and Michael. Everything of course goes awry as wedding bliss turns to murder. Tickets are $25, which includes the meal and the show. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner begins at 6 p.m. Reservations are required. For more information or to make reservations call (318) 357-4483. |
| Jul 22nd, 2010 (Thu) | 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy live entertainment by Hardrick Rivers at the Pioneer Restaurant & Pub, 812 Washington Street. Call (318) 352-4884 for more information. |
| Jul 23rd, 2010 (Fri) | 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy the sounds of DJ Doc Coutee at JJ's Bar and Lounge, 9503 Highway 1 in Natchez, LA. For more information call (318) 352-8757. |
| Jul 24th, 2010 (Sat) | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Cane River Green Market Natchitoches' only farmers market selling everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to handmade crafts. Events and promotions for this event include demonstrations, special programming and live music. For more information contact Leslie Smith at (318) 352-2746 or (866) 941-MAIN. Cane River Green Market's website can also be accessed http://www.canerivergreenmarket.com/. |
| Jul 24th, 2010 (Sat) | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
| Christmas in July For those of you who already have holiday shopping on the mind, Christmas in July is a must see. Spend the day browsing through christmas ornaments, table tops and more at Maison Louisiane Bed & Breakfast. Enjoy live entrtainment while you feast on a traditional Creole meal. Attendees will also have the chance to draw for discounts up to 30% off thier total sale price. Admission is free. Held at 332 rue Jefferson. For more information contact Janet Colson at (318) 357-6685 or Tracy Colson at (318) 652-1007. |
| Jul 25th, 2010 (Sun) | 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy the sounds of the Lukejazz Duo at the Landing Restaurant, 530 Front Street. |
| Jul 28th, 2010 (Wed) | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Live Entertainment The Landing Restaurant, 530 Front Street, presents live entertainment every Wednesday evening. Music provided by Steve Wells and Friends. |
| Jul 29th, 2010 (Thu) -- Jul 31st, 2010 (Sat) | 6:00 PM |
| Northwestern Summer Dinner Theatre The Northwestern Summer Dinner Theatre will present the mystery "Marriage Can Be Murder" at A.A. Fredericks Auditorium. "Marriage Can Be Murder" is a murder mystery that takes place at the wedding and reception of Lisa and Michael. Everything of course goes awry as wedding bliss turns to murder. Tickets are $25, which includes the meal and the show. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and dinner begins at 6 p.m. Reservations are required. For more information or to make reservations call (318) 357-4483. |
| Jul 29th, 2010 (Thu) | 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy live entertainment by Hardrick Rivers at the Pioneer Restaurant & Pub, 812 Washington Street. Call (318) 352-4884 for more information. |
| Jul 30th, 2010 (Fri) | 9:00 PM - 2:00 AM |
| Live Entertainment Enjoy the sounds of DJ Doc Coutee at JJ's Bar and Lounge, 9503 Highway 1 in Natchez, LA. For more information call (318) 352-8757. |
| Jul 31st, 2010 (Sat) | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Cane River Green Market Natchitoches' only farmers market selling everything from fresh fruits and vegetables to handmade crafts. Events and promotions for this event include demonstrations, special programming and live music. For more information contact Leslie Smith at (318) 352-2746 or (866) 941-MAIN. Cane River Green Market's website can also be accessed http://www.canerivergreenmarket.com/. |
| Jul 31st, 2010 (Sat) | 10:00 AM |
| Did Your Grandma Lye? The staff at Fort St. Jean Baptiste will demonstrate old-time soap making. Following the soap making demonstration, the staff will do laundry 18th centry style. This event will take place weather permitting. The Fort is located at 155 rue Jefferson and is open daily from 9 am. to 5 p.m. Admission is $4 for ages 13-61. For more call (888) 677-7853 or (318) 357-3101. |